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Patent GB-2403391-A (GB)
Title: Quick coupler assembly with exchangeable hooks.
Inventor: WOOD ROBERT LEE
IPC: A01B59/06
Filed: 2004-03-09
Abstract: An implement quick coupling mechanism for a work vehicle includes a frame (10 figure 1) having a cross member (12 figure 1) and left and right side members (16,14 figure 1) projecting from the cross member. The cross member and side members have mounting parts (18, 20 figure 1) which permit different implement coupling parts to be mounted thereon. A first set of hook members 81 having a first type of dimensional characteristics may be mounted on the frame to form a first category of coupling mechanism. A second set of coupling members (91 figure 4) having a second type of dimensional characteristics may be mounted on the frame to form a second category of coupling mechanism.
Patent GB-2412048-A (GB)
Title: Viewing an image larger than the display device
Inventor: RANPURA JITENDRA JAYANTILAL
IPC: G06F3/033
Filed: 2004-03-09
Abstract: A invention for moving a page that is too large to fit all at once on a display screen, so revealing parts of the page in a smooth transition depending on the input to the input device which instructs the direction the page on the display screen is to be moved, thereby revealing more of the page in one direction and hiding previously visible parts of the page in the opposite direction. Also a pointer, with all standard facilities of a standard pointer on a standard computer controlled by a standard mouse, can be used to move the page on the display screen in the same method, the pointer has the facility to be made visible or invisible on the screen.
Patent GB-2412741-A (GB)
Title: Electromagnetic data processing
Inventor: ROESTEN TAGE
IPC: G01V3/12
Filed: 2004-04-03
Abstract: A method and apparatus for determining the source radiation pattern of at least one source of electromagnetic radiation is provided. The method comprises the steps of at at least one sensor, measuring the electric and magnetic fields (30) due to the at least one source; formulating a surface integral over the measured data, the measured data weighted by a Green's function (31) and its spatial derivatives (32), and evaluating the surface integral (33) at at least one location to determine the source radiation pattern at that location due to the at least one source. The radiation source is used in seabed logging for location of hydrocarbon layers.
Patent GB-2401580-A (GB)
Title: A frame for displaying a flexible sheet of material
Inventor: ACTON DAVID
IPC: B44D3/18
Filed: 2004-04-28
Abstract: A frame for displaying a flexible sheet of material comprises a first support member 1 for fixing to a support surface (25, figure 2), and a securing member for engagement with this member. One of the members defines at least one recess 12 and the other member defines at least one engaging portion 20 which is complementary to the recess. A sheet 17 placed on the first member is at least in part forced into the recess when the engaging portion 20 is matingly engaged in the recess. The engaging portion, when engaged in a recess, extends through the major plane of the sheet. The frame enables a sheet of material to be conveniently displayed in an aesthetically attractive manner. The engaging portion may be a cord (30, figure 5). The sheet may be a tapestry, photograph, painting or poster.
Patent GB-2406238-A (GB)
Title: subsea packet based communications link
Inventor: DEANS GREGOR E
IPC: E21B47/12
Filed: 2004-05-14
Abstract: A subsea communications module includes an interface to communicate with a surface facility over a communications link using a packet-based protocol. The communications link can be implemented with a fiber optic line, wire-based line, and/or other types of communications lines. Also disclosed is selecting one of a plurality of optical modems, selecting one of a plurality of communication rates, and the use of retro-reflection optical modulators.
Patent GB-2414438-A (GB)
Title: Eye level reading rulers
Inventor: HEXT ROBERT WILLIAM
IPC: G09B17/02
Filed: 2004-05-25
Abstract: A problem arises with reading text and other representations on white backgrounds in that the text or representation can appear to float making it difficult to read particularly for people suffering from dyslexia etc. Tinted transparencies (A,B) are used to limit the effects of glare on the viewed text and by providing an opaque centre (D) to a reading aid it is possible to create transparent strips (A,B) of different width dependent upon a user's preference or particular requirements. To facilitate spatial reference for a user in a viewed area opaque markers are provided in a transparent strip (A,B). Normally this opaque marker is an opaque line (C) along or associated with an edge of a transparent strip.
Patent GB-2404425-A (GB)
Title: A sealing arrangement for sealing between a stator and a rotor.
Inventor: BEICHL STEFAN
IPC: F16J15/32
Filed: 2004-07-09
Abstract: A sealing arrangement 10 for a non-hermetic seal between a stator 11 and a rotor 12 comprises a brush seal 16 having several bristles 17 which are wound around a core element 18 and fixed to the core element 18 by a clamping element 19. At least a section of the brush seal 16 is positioned in a receiving space 22 which is bounded by a supporting element 20 and a covering element 21. The supporting element 20 and the covering element 21 together with the brush seal 16 are guided by at least one locating element 25 in at least one recess 26 in an axially running groove or hole, of the stator 11. In addition to being guided by the locating elements 25, the components are also fixed to the stator 11 by a mounting element 27.
Patent GB-2418678-A (GB)
Title: Brick guide and mortar spacer
Inventor: CUNNINGHAM BRIAN PATRICK
IPC: E04G21/18
Filed: 2004-09-29
Abstract: A combined brick guide and mortar spacer <B>1</B> comprises an elongate body portion <B>3</B> which in use spans a course of bricks and comprising a base portion <B>5</B> and front <B>9</B> and rear <B>11</B> brick supports. The base portion <B>5</B> has a plurality of through holes <B>7</B> accounting for more than 50% of the area of the base <B>5</B>. The brick supports <B>9</B>, <B>11</B> each have a brick receiving portion <B>15</B>, <B>21</B> which is above and spaced from the base in use. The front <B>9</B> and rear <B>11</B> brick supports define a mortar receiving recess between them. The combined guide and spacer <B>1</B> may be constructed from pliable material so as to be collapsible under the weight of a brick <B>23</B>. Weakened sections may be provided at intervals along the length of the combined guide and spacer <B>1</B> to facilitate cutting or breaking the spacer at those sections.
Patent GB-2404404-A (GB)
Title: Compositions and methods for sealing formations
Inventor: BROOKEY TOMMY F
IPC: E21B21/00
Filed: 2003-04-30
Abstract: The present invention generally relates to compositions of matter and methods of using those compositions. More particularly, and as part of one of the preferred embodiments, the present invention relates to compositions and methods of use of fluids useful for sealing formation fractures and/or inhibiting downhole fluid loss. The present invention is useful as a pill or series of pills that can be formulated and spotted to a particular formation zone.
Patent GB-2405338-A (GB)
Title: Method of prophylaxis of infection
Inventor: RAWLIN GRANT THOMAS
IPC: A61P11/00
Filed: 2003-05-21
Abstract: The invention provides a method for prophylaxis of infection of the respiratory tract of a subject by pathogenic airborne bacteria the method comprising administering to the subject by inhalation binding proteins directed against the bacteria. The invention further provides compositions and an inhaler product for use in the treatment method.
Patent GB-2408693-A (GB)
Title: Swim fins
Inventor: MUN SANG-HYUB
IPC: B63C9/01
Filed: 2003-07-22
Abstract: Disclosed herein are swim fins having a length corresponding to about one and half times of a shoe length thereof. The swim fin comprises a silicone rubber shoe (1) and a hooked short plastic fin panel (2), which are formed by compression molding. In order to prevent a flow of water passing over the swim fin from being rapidly dispersed laterally, the fin panel (2) of the swim fin is bent downwardly by an angle of 45{ to form a hooked end portion. The hooked end portion of the fin panel (2) is blocked at both sides thereof, and formed with an air/water circulation slot (7) at the respective blocked sides. Such a swim fin can increase a transmission effect of kicking motion energy when it draws water and push the drawn water backward. Especially, the swim fin generates a buoyancy propulsive force during butterfly stroke, thereby enabling the swimmer's body to easily rise to the water's surface.
Patent GB-2414191-A (GB)
Title: Lightweight golf balls
Inventor: CAVALLARO CHRISTOPHER
IPC: C08L75/04
Filed: 2005-04-22
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a golf ball with a core and a cover layer surrounding the core. The golf ball has a weight between about 1.45 ounces (41g) and about 1.57 ounces (44.5g) and the core has a diameter of greater than about 1.58 inches (40.1mm). Thus, forming a lightweight golf ball with an oversize core. In a ball with a thermoplastic cover, the core preferably has a diameter of greater than 1.61 inches (41mm). In a ball with a thermoset cover, the core preferably has a diameter of greater than 1.58 inches (40.1mm). This golf ball is specifically designed to optimize its play characteristics for low swing speed players. The golf ball may further include an intermediate layer disposed between the core and the cover.
Patent GB-2415664-A (GB)
Title: Paint box comprising paint sealed with a sheet
Inventor: KIRKWOOD HUGH
IPC: B44D3/12
Filed: 2005-06-03
Abstract: Painting apparatus providing a portable art studio, comprising: a container for containing painting materials; the painting materials comprising paint sealed within a sheet; eg made of flexible plastic or grease proof paper. The sheet providing a surface area for the mixing of paints; and wherein once the paint is finished or requires renewing, the sheet along with used paint may be removed from the container and replaced within a new sheet containing new paint. The painting apparatus also comprises paint thinner stored in a sponge.
Patent GB-2416159-A (GB)
Title: Sink side touchless foam dispenser
Inventor: OPHARDT HEINER
IPC: A47K5/14
Filed: 2005-06-14
Abstract: A soap dispenser, preferably a sink side counter mounted dispenser, to dispense foamed liquid soap by mixing in an outlet of a soap spout 16 liquid soap and air preferably provided from a liquid soap pump and an air pump 25 located remote from the faucet. A plurality of foam dispensers may be provided comprising a single liquid reservoir and a liquid distributor manifold. The dispenser may be activated by a touchless sensor 60.
Patent GB-2429185-A (GB)
Title: Saw blade
Inventor: STAITE PAUL
IPC: B23D61/12
Filed: 2005-08-18
Abstract: The blade 1 includes a leading cutting side 2 and a trailing side 3. The trailing side includes a first rear corner 4 and a second rear corner 5. First and second cutting profiles 6 and 7 are formed on the rear corners. A flat bearing surface 8 may be formed on the trailing side between the two cutting profiles. Cutting teeth 9 do not extend beyond the plane of the trailing side or beyond the plane of a right 10 or left 11 side of the blade. The first and second cutting profiles may be formed at 45 degrees to the trailing side. The blade may be used in a jigsaw provided with a guide means for the bearing surface 8.
Patent GB-2416597-A (GB)
Title: Method of manufacturing domain inverted crystal
Inventor: KOTO MASAHIRO
IPC: G02F1/37
Filed: 2004-03-12
Abstract: A first electrode is in partial contact with a region (2) to be domain-inverted on one side of a non-linear optical crystal substrate (1), and a second electrode is in contact with the other side of the substrate. Between the two electrodes a domain inversion voltage is applied. The first electrode is so formed that a contact region (3) of the substrate in contact with the first electrode meets specific conditions. By applying the domain inversion voltage, the region to be domain-inverted is domain inverted wholly or partly. The conditions are that each contact region (3) has a shape of a dot so that the contact regions (3) may exist independently in the regions (2) to be domain inverted and that each dot contact region has an area of 0.00785 žm<2> to 7850 žm<2> and a shape that can be included in a circle of 100 žm in diameter. In this way a high-quality domain inverted crystal is easily produced.
Patent GB-2431308-A (GB)
Title: 3D manual segmentation by placement of constraint points
Inventor: ERIKSSON ANDREAS LARS GUNNAR
IPC: G06T5/00
Filed: 2005-10-13
Abstract: A method of defining a volume is described, comprising the steps of displaying for a user at least one cross-section through a region containing the volume, accepting from the user details of a plurality of edge points 40,44,48, each defining a limit to the volume, selecting a three dimensional surface that includes the edge points and displaying the intersection of that surface with the displayed cross-section, accepting from the user details of a further edge point 52 (fig 10); and selecting a further three dimensional surface that includes the edge points and the further edge point, and displaying the intersection of the further surface with the displayed cross-section. By revising the displayed surface interactively as the user adds points, the user can easily see the surface that is being created and the areas where the surface does not correlate with the underlying image. Suitable functions for the surface include radial basis functions of the type <EMI ID=2.1 HE=13 WI=52 LX=867 LY=1504 TI=MF> <PC>```where   D  (r), r>0 is the basis function, p is a polynomial of low degree, N is the number of constraint points, and    Ò    is the Euclidean norm. The basis function   D  (r) can be a function such as r, r<2> log r, r<3> or r<4> log r. To solve the function, a surface constraint point xi is treated as specifying that f(xi) = 0 and inside constraint point xi specify that f(xi) = 1. The application also relates to a method of defining a volume by way of such a formula. It is preferred that the computed surface is exported to a treatment planning system so that it can be used for effective treatment of the tumour represented by the surface.
Patent GB-2433034-A (GB)
Title: Centrifugal massage device
Inventor: MILLAR ANDREW WILLIAM
IPC: A61H23/04
Filed: 2005-12-09
Abstract: A massage device which delivers waves of localised pressure pulses in a centrifugal pattern away from an injury or in any suitable pattern. The device comprises a flexible support pad containing a plurality of pressure chambers 4 arranged in sets radiating outwards from a central chamber and fastening means 3. Each set is connected to a duct 1 permitting inflation by pressurised fluid or gas via a pump and control unit. Preferably the device is provided in different shapes and sizes. The temperature of the fluid or gas may be varied or alternatively temperature controlled air may be delivered to the surface of the skin via ducts. The support pad may include a splint and the pressure chambers 4 may be individually controlled instead of linked in sets. The device may be used to massage a localised area following a soft tissue injury in a person with a healthy circulation.
Patent GB-2434971-A (GB)
Title: Squeegee device
Inventor: YOUNG RONALD ALEXANDER
IPC: A47L13/11
Filed: 2006-02-14
Abstract: A manual squeegee device 10 comprises a support element 12, first and second elongate blade holders 14, 16 which are provided on or supported by the support element 12 in, preferably parallel, spaced relationship, first and second non-absorbent flexible elongate blades 18, 20 which are held by the first and second blade holders 14, 16, respectively, and which project therefrom so that projecting edges 29 of the first and second blades 18, 20 lie in or substantially in a common plane, and a pivotable, typically universal, coupling 22 having one end on the support element 12 and an opposite end engaged or engagable with a handle 32. The first and second blades 18, 20 contact a floor surface 36 simultaneously, thus stabilising the squeegee device 10, and the universal coupling 22 allows unrestricted freedom of movement without causing the squeegee device 10 to lift or tilt away from the floor surface 36. Consequently, the squeegee device 10 can effectively move residual liquid on a floor. A method which uses the squeegee device 10 is also provided.
Patent GB-2426557-A (GB)
Title: Pump for non-refillable fluid dispenser
Inventor: OPHARDT HEINER
IPC: B05B11/00
Filed: 2006-05-18
Abstract: A pump 10 for dispensing a fluid, e.g. soap, from a container (26, figure 1) comprises a piston 68 having a portion 72 which can be severed to disable the pump 10. The pump may have two coaxial chambers 30, 40, the outer one 40 having a larger diameter than the inner one 30. In this case the inner and outer piston portions are frangibly connected 71, and a retaining feature 38 is provided so that, once inserted, the inner piston portion is retained in the inner chamber, and if the piston 64 is withdrawn, the inner portion 72 will separate. Alternatively there may be only one chamber 40 which includes a one way valve (104, figure 9). A retaining feature (38, figure 9) is provided so that a portion of the piston will be severed if the piston is withdrawn, thus disabling the pump.
Patent GB-2424298-A (GB)
Title: System and method for architecture verification
Inventor: LAVELLE EVAN MACKENZIE
IPC: G01R31/3183
Filed: 2004-12-02
Abstract: A Verification environment, comprising a testbench and a test harness, which is used to automatically verify the operation of a processor device as described by a hardware description language (HDL) against the desired operation as specified by the instruction set architecture (ISA). Also described is a method of generating test instructions for use in such a system, in which the verification environment selects an instruction from the processor specification in accordance with one or more first constraints, then configures and encodes this instruction in accordance with one or more second constraints.
Patent GB-2432031-A (GB)
Title: Cash transfer from one mobile phone to another with access to cash instantly.
Inventor: WIJETUNGE HAROLD PRIANNE ANURA
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2006-07-21
Abstract: The person making the Cash transfer (Sender) will purchase a Mobile Cash Electronic Voucher From Merchant outlet containing 8-16 digit PIN (Personal Identification Number) and value of Cash purchased for transfer. (Step 1) The Sender through Mobile Phone will call a pre-designated phone number accessing the "MOBILE CAS11" ("MC") Server. Sender follows voice prompts from Server to activate transfer (Step 2 and 3). On activation "MC" Server will communicate by short text message ("SMS") with Receivers Mobile Phone and forward a Reference for cash transaction (Step 4). Sender will communicate with Receiver by "SMS" and verbally conveying information for withdrawal of Cash. (Steps). Receiver goes to pre-designated Merchant Premises enters information into POS machine and on approval by "MC" server, collects cash and signs Receipt acknowledging payment. (Step 6).
Patent GB-2429506-A (GB)
Title: Pig detection using optical means
Inventor: EVETT ALAN
IPC: F16L55/48
Filed: 2006-08-22
Abstract: A pipeline system comprises a pipeline 104 and a pig 204, 210, the presence of which in the pipeline is detected optically. In one embodiment, the pipeline is simply provided with an inspection port (130, figure 1A) for optically viewing the pig in the pipeline. In another embodiment (as shown) the pig may have a luminescent marker 206 acting as a source of light radiation which is sensed through a window 130 by a detector 202 mounted outside the pipeline system. In further embodiments, a white light/laser source (302, figure 3A; 402, figure 3B) may be used for irradiating the pig, together with an optical detector (202, figure 3A; 406, figure 3B) for detecting a response from the pig. Various optical light sources may be employed, including visible light, infra-red, ultra-violet or X-ray radiation. The system may be used to detect when the pig has arrived in a pig trap 200, for example at the end of the pipeline.
Patent GB-2441555-A (GB)
Title: Methods And Systems For Logistics Health Status Reasoner
Inventor: WALLACE JEREMY R
IPC: G08C17/02
Filed: 2006-09-06
Abstract: This application is directed to methods, computer program products, and systems for processing equipment status messages and similar information. In one embodiment, status messages originating from a plurality of pieces of equipment are input and compared to user determined thresholds, and indicators are output reflecting the comparison. The indicators may includes fuel level information, operational capability and maintenance health. A computer program product includes computer readable media for inputting a plurality of the equipment status messages, comparing the equipment status messages with user determined thresholds, and generating a plurality of indicators to display equipment status. A system for viewing the health status of aircraft includes sensors to transmit health status messages, a network arranged for transmitting the messages, a processor arranged to compare health status data with user determined thresholds, and a display to output a health status indicators.
Patent GB-2428121-A (GB)
Title: Semiconductor device and semiconductor device control method
Inventor: KIDO KAZUNARI
IPC: G11C5/00
Filed: 2004-05-12
Abstract: A semiconductor device includes: a memory cell array having a memory cell for storing data and managed for each sector, a memory for storing information deciding the start state; a latch circuit for latching the start information in accordance with the information stored in the memory; and a circuit for making the latch circuit latch the start information state when inputting a predetermined command after the start. Since the latch circuit latches the start information in accordance with the memory storage state when inputting a predetermined command after a start, it is possible to surely read out information from the memory and surely set the information in the latch circuit.
Patent GB-2432499-A (GB)
Title: Image generation of objects distant from and near to a virtual camera
Inventor: IMAGIRE TAKASHI
IPC: A63F13/52
Filed: 2006-11-21
Abstract: An image generation system including a vertex processing section and a pixel processing section. When subjecting an object which is distant from a virtual camera to predetermined processing which is implemented by a first processing and a second processing, the vertex processing section performs the first processing with a processing load lower than a processing load of the second processing, and the pixel processing section performs the second processing. When subjecting an object which is close to the virtual camera to the predetermined processing which is implemented by a third processing and a fourth processing, the vertex processing section performs the third processing with a processing load higher than a processing load of the fourth processing, and the pixel processing section performs the fourth processing.