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Patent GB-2420718-A (GB)
Title: A vial attachment to prevent needlesticks
Inventor: MEITTUNEN ERIC
IPC: A61J1/00
Filed: 2005-11-01
Abstract: A shield 1 for attachment to a receptacle 12 with a piercable membrane, the shield 1 having a circular orifice 3 for attachment to the receptacle 12 and an appropriate size and shape to protect the users hands whilst withdrawing liquid medicament. Preferably the shield 1 is circular and made of plastic with smooth upper and lower surfaces. The shield 1 may have a raised edge 5 and a central hole with sloping sides 4. Serrated teeth 9 with hooked ends 10may be provided to facilitate attachment to the receptacle. The shield 1 may protect a user's hands whilst withdrawing medicament from a vial 12 of varying sizes using a syringe. The sloping sides 4 of the central hole may guide the needle towards the piercable membrane 13 and the raised edge 5 of the shield may prevent the needle sliding off the edge.
Patent GB-2418447-A (GB)
Title: Cover element for an illuminating device
Inventor: GRICE PAUL
IPC: E01F9/615
Filed: 2003-12-12
Abstract: The cover element, primarily for use with Belisha beacons and other similar street lighting used at pedestrian crossings etc., is designed to be mounted on a post 1 by mounting elements and comprises a hollow body adapted to enclose the illuminating device and to receive a support element, the hollow body being secured at a first position 56 to the mounting means and at at least one other axially spaced position 57. Preferably the post forms the support element and the cover element preferably has two diametrically opposed apertures 52, the first aperture being adapted to receive the post and the second aperture being adapted to receive a securing element to secure the post and cover element together. The cover element may comprise two sections that can be secured together around at least part of the post and which may be secured together using flanges that extend from the rims of the cover sections. The cover sections may be hinged together and may include seals to prevent the ingress of water or dirt. The cover may include a gallery, that includes a seal, upon which the cover element is secured. The illuminating device may be a lamp or LED's which may be mounted to the post, within the cover element or to the spine of a modular post. The cover elements may comprise hollow, substantially hermetically sealed sections 54,54' within this the illuminating device(s) are contained. The support element may comprise a stem that is attached to the post and extends through the hollow body of the cover element and which receives a fixing element at its other end that passes though the hollow body to secure it to the stem.
Patent GB-2418259-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in touch technology
Inventor: BINSTEAD RONALD PETER
IPC: G06F3/033
Filed: 2004-06-14
Abstract: A touchpad comprising a supporting medium (3) supporting a plurality of spaced apart conductors (2) in which there is no electrical contact between the conductors, each conductor being sensitive to the proximity of a finger (1) to vary the capacitance of said conductor (2) to detect the presence of said finger (1) positioned close to that conductor, the touchpad further comprising a means (4) to concentrate electric field between conductors (2) towards the plane of the supporting medium (3).
Patent GB-2435490-A (GB)
Title: Water outlet temperature controller
Inventor: ATURELIYA SENAKE
IPC: E03B7/04
Filed: 2006-02-28
Abstract: A device that ensures that water immediately emerging from an outlet, such as a bath/sink tap or shower head, is within a predefined temperature range. The device may incorporate a valve (Fig 1) that diverts water outside a predetermined temperature range away from a water outlet and only allows water that falls within the predetermined temperature range to emerge from the outlet 9. The water may be diverted to a collection reservoir such as a toilet cistern (10), or diverted back to the hot water supply via additional pipes to create a continuous flow between the supply and the outlet, to ensure the water temperature does not change from its supply temperature. The valve may be actuated by a bimetallic strip. Alternatively the device may by located close to the outlet and either heat or cool the water to a predefined temperature range. The device may also include water temperature and water flow rate sensors, and a proximity sensor.
Patent GB-2424827-A (GB)
Title: Movable vehicle head restraint for improved rear vision
Inventor: YETUKURI NAGARJUN
IPC: B60N2/48
Filed: 2006-03-28
Abstract: A vehicle seat assembly 14,16 that is disposable in a vehicle rearward of a front seat 12 includes a seat bottom 18, a seat back 20 attached to the seat bottom 18, and a head restraint 21,22 attached to the seat back 20 and having a head restraint body 23 that is moveable from a raised position to a lowered position. The seat assembly 14,16 further includes an actuator or lever 40 associated with the head restraint 21,22 for enabling movement of the head restraint body 23 from the raised position to the lowered position. The actuator 40 is located proximate a front portion 42 of the seat bottom 18 such that the actuator 40 is accessible by an occupant of the front seat 12 when the seat assembly 14,16 is installed in the vehicle. The actuator is positioned so that it is accessible to the driver or occupant of the front seat to allow the head restraint to be released or lowered to give an improved rearward vision.
Patent GB-2425201-A (GB)
Title: Memory device and method using positive gate stress to recover overerased cell
Inventor: HAMILTON DARLENE
IPC: G11C16/34
Filed: 2004-09-16
Abstract: A method of erasing a flash electrically erasable read only memory (EEPROM) device composed of a plurality of memory cells (10) includes pre-programming (100) the plurality of memory cells (10), applying an erase pulse (110) to the plurality of memory cells (10) followed by an erase verification (120). The erase verification (120) is followed by soft programming (135) any memory cells having a threshold voltage below a predetermined minimum level (VTMIN) and applying a positive gate stress (130) to the plurality of memory cells (10). The erase method prevents overerasing and provides a tightened threshold voltage distribution.
Patent GB-2430360-A (GB)
Title: An animal cushion
Inventor: DYSON EDWARD MICHAEL REED
IPC: A01K1/035
Filed: 2006-06-07
Abstract: An animal cushion, mat, pillow or mattress (10) includes a hook or a sleeve (18) into which a coat hanger (H) can be placed from which it can hang for display. Alternatively, an eyelet or other means of hanging may be provided. In a preferred form the cushion has a gusset wall (16) for improving the distribution of filler material.
Patent GB-2436524-A (GB)
Title: Topical composition comprising an extract of the butterbur plant
Inventor: BENNETT MITSUKO
IPC: A61P17/02
Filed: 2006-07-04
Abstract: A topical composition comprising extracts from butterbur (Japanese fuki plant) in the form of a cream, for use in the treatment of cuts, burns, mild sunburn, itchiness, muscle pain and rheumatoid arthritis. The latter may be treated upon application of the said cream over a period of 4 to 6 months.
Patent GB-2434161-A (GB)
Title: Force Transfer Assemblies
Inventor: RAWDON BLAINE K
IPC: F16G11/00
Filed: 2007-01-11
Abstract: Force transfer assemblies for transferring forces from tensionable members 260,270,280 such as cables, belts or straps to receiving structures 210 may include nested thimbles 220, 250 that transfer respective forces from respective tensionable members. Receiving structures may include a cylindrical member 210 within a channel 222 of a thimble. Outer thimble 250 may transfer force from outer tensioned member 280 to a receiving structure without causing compression of inner tensioned member/s 260,270. Outer thimble 250 (520, Figure 11) may transfer forces by way of the inner thimble 220 or (as in Fig 11) to a boss (534) of the receiving structure. Forces from tensioned members may be distributed along a cylindrical member by a thimble having a convex bearing surface (624, Fig 12) and a converging guide (632) may be provided. Alternatively spaced thimbles 720, 721 may be disposed along cylindrical member 710 so that the tensionable members 741,742 are guided towards each other. The cylindrical member and receiving channel may be polygonal. The assemblies may be used on aircraft, boats, cranes, winches and bridges.
Patent GB-2445739-A (GB)
Title: Polymeric laminates containing heat seals
Inventor: BARLOW DAVID
IPC: B32B7/02
Filed: 2007-01-16
Abstract: A laminate comprises a first thermoplastic polymer layer 3 with a first melt flow index adjacent a thermoplastic polymer second layer 4 with a second melt flow index, the first and second layers comprising the same thermoplastic polymer and the first melt flow index being lower than the second melt flow index. The first and second layers may be part of coextruded films 1 and 2. The first layer may be bonded to the second layer by means of heat and pressure. The thermoplastic layers may be polyethylene or polypropylene. An ink pattern 7 may be formed on the first layer. The ink may be conductive and form an electrode. The laminate may be present in a microfluidic device.
Patent GB-2434318-A (GB)
Title: Device for massaging feet and calves
Inventor: YU CHUN-CHIEH
IPC: A61H15/00
Filed: 2007-01-17
Abstract: Amassage device includes a frame 10 including a top board 11, a support post 12, transverse plate 62; a drive unit 20 including a rod interconnected a motor driven flywheel 22; a feet massage unit 30 including a forward brace plate 311 releasably secured to an upper portion of the arm; and a calf massage unit 40 mounted on the board 11. The plate 62 is adjustable so that the users leg is positioned in an optimum massaging position.
Patent GB-2436073-A (GB)
Title: Modular football training kit
Inventor: COLEMAN JAMES
IPC: A63B63/00
Filed: 2007-03-13
Abstract: A modular kit for use in football training comprises a number of parts that may be assembled into a number of different apparatus including a goal 42. The kit may be assembled and disassembled at any particular location, thereby making it portable. The kit provides elements allowing different apparatus to be assembled for the development and assessment of different football skills. As well as a goal the kit may be assembled into a target apparatus (see figure 4) or a rebound net (see figure 6). Also disclosed is an apparatus for practicing dribbling in football (see figure 8) and a system of assessing the ability of football players.
Patent GB-2438697-A (GB)
Title: A cross-over of conductive interconnects and a method of crossing conductive interconnects
Inventor: RUDIN JOHN CHRISTOPHER
IPC: H05K3/46
Filed: 2004-07-09
Abstract: A cross-over 140 of first 142 and second 144 conductive means, comprising: first conductive means 142; second conductive means 144 comprising: a first electro-deposited metal portion 110a separate from the first conductive means 142; a second electro-deposited metal portion 110b separate from the first conductive means 142 and the first metal portion 110a; and a third electro-deposited metal portion 124 interconnecting the first and second metal portions 110 without any intermediate conductive material between the third metal portion 124 and either of the first 110a and second 110b metal portions; and first insulating means 122 for insulating the first conductive means from the second conductive means wherein the first insulating means directly contacts the third electro-deposited metal portion 124.
Patent GB-2448878-A (GB)
Title: Tool for mounting a blind
Inventor: WILSON NEIL
IPC: E06B9/266
Filed: 2007-04-30
Abstract: A tool for mounting a blind at a glazed aperture is disclosed, the blind including a head assembly 24, the glazed aperture comprising a frame 10, a glazing pane 20a and a flexible or resilient bead 22 which bears against the glazing pane. The system comprises first and second mounting or supporting components each including a base portion 46 which rests against the pane, a post portion 48 configured to extend orthogonally to the pane, and a bracket portion 28, 30 having at least one laterally extending planar finger 36 configured to slide between the bead and the pane. First and second connecting components 62, 64 are configured to attach the blind head assembly to the respective post formations. The tool 100 comprising a body portion 102 and a cavity 118A configured to receive therein the post portion 48 of said supporting device such that the laterally projecting portion of the supporting device projects from the body portion of the tool, whereby the supporting device can be urged by use of the tool to move in a direction effective to insert said laterally projecting portion between the glass pane and the bead.
Patent GB-2440217-A (GB)
Title: Lubricant compositions
Inventor: SHEETS ROGER M
IPC: C10M101/00
Filed: 2007-06-14
Abstract: A lubricant composition comprising a phosphorus-containing compound and a base oil comprising less than about 3% by weight of tetracycloparaffins is disclosed. The aim is reduced thin-film friction and improved fuel economy. The phosphorus-containing compound may be e.g. amyl acid phosphate, neopentyl glycol phosphite or a salt thereof, or a phosphonate. A dispersant may also be present, e.g. a succinimide, a borated succinimide, a Mannich dispersant, a functionalized olefin copolymer or a poly(meth)acrylate copolymer. A friction modifier may also be present.
Patent GB-2450352-A (GB)
Title: Wire rope vehicle restraining fence
Inventor: DARLINGTON IAN
IPC: E01F15/06
Filed: 2007-06-20
Abstract: A vehicle restraining fence 100 for a building is configured for restraining vehicles incident in a direction substantially transverse thereto. The fence is particularly suitable for use as a perimeter vehicle restraining fence for a car park. The fence comprises an impact wire rope 110 positioned between anchorages on the building such as to transmit energy thereto in the event of a vehicle impacting the fence. The fence further comprises one or more posts (132, Fig 5) located along the length of the fence and coupled to the impact wire rope. The one or more posts are deflectable in the event of an impact so as to absorb impact energy. The fence further comprises a fence section 120 and upper and lower supports 114, 118 for supporting the fence section about the impact wire rope. A car park using the vehicle restraining fence is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2439890-A (GB)
Title: Lithium manganese compounds and methods of making the same
Inventor: GAO YUAN
IPC: H01M4/50
Filed: 2006-06-29
Abstract: Electrode materials such as LixMnO2 where 0.2 < x   &  2 compounds for use with rechargeable lithium ion batteries can be formed by mixing LiMn2O4 compounds or manganese dioxide compounds with lithium metal or stabilized and non-stabilized lithium metal powders.
Patent GB-2442146-A (GB)
Title: Cyclic pitch control for a helicopter, in particular a toy helicopter.
Inventor: ROSTYNE ALEXANDER JOZEF MAGDAL
IPC: A63H27/133
Filed: 2007-05-10
Abstract: A helicopter, in particular a toy helicopter, includes a system to effect cyclic pitch control and thereby control the horizontal movement of the helicopter. The rotor blades are driven by a rotor shaft 108 and which is hinge mounted on this rotor shaft, such that the angle between the plane of rotation of the main rotor and the rotor shaft may vary. An actuator 206 is provided which acts on a swash plate type control ring 204 that is connected to the rotor blades to vary their pitch. Thus by changing the angle of incidence of at least one blade of the rotor cyclically along at least part of a 360-degree rotation path around the rotor shaft, a variation in a lift force of the blade along at least part of the rotations path is created. This causes the main rotor to tilt and the body to be urged in a relatively horizontal direction from a relative position of rest. The actuator is preferably arranged so that it is not permanently linked to the control ring, and in this way the rotor stabilizes itself more easily when not under the influence of the actuator. More than one actuator may be provided around the control ring. The helicopter may be a toy remote controlled helicopter.
Patent GB-2457274-A (GB)
Title: Window stay with device causing arm to move against a bias into an open position
Inventor: BABER MURRAY JAMES
IPC: E05C17/24
Filed: 2008-02-08
Abstract: A window stay 1 comprises a first arm receiving body 2 and a second arm receiving body 3 said first body and second body each being operatively linked by opposing end portions of an arm 4. The arm is moveable between a first position and a second position, whereby in the first position the arm is operatively linked to both bodies and in the second position the arm is only operatively linked to one body. The window stay is provided with a device, such as a slidable button 10, causing the arm to move against a bias, such as a spring 11, into the second position. One end of the arm may slide in a guide 7 or may comprise a pair of wheels running in a channel. The arm 4 may be provided with a cover (figure 5, 16) that rotates about a longitudinal axis of the arm to prevent the arm against sawing. Unintentional movement of the arm may be prevented by a stop member such as a removable cap for the button 10.
Patent GB-2457542-A (GB)
Title: A reel assembly
Inventor: NORRIS CHARLES STUART
IPC: A01K89/016
Filed: 2008-02-19
Abstract: A reel assembly for a fishing rod comprising a support (10, fig 1) adapted to be mounted to a fishing rod, a spool (50, fig 1) for carrying a fishing line and adapted to be rotatably mounted to said support, ratchet means 58, 20, 21 for providing resistance to rotation of said spool relative to said support and disengaging means 30 for disengaging said ratchet means to allow free rotation of said spool relative to said support. The ratchet means provides greater resistance to rotation of said spool in a first sense relative to said support than in a second sense, opposite to said first sense. The ratchet means comprises a ratchet wheel and pawl. Two pawls may be provided to allow the reel to easily alternate between left and right handed usage. A reel carrier is also provided, which cooperates with a removable spool to form a reel assembly as described.
Patent GB-2445902-A (GB)
Title: Light source for fluorescence diagnosis and photodynamic therapy
Inventor: KANG UK
IPC: A61B5/103
Filed: 2006-12-05
Abstract: Disclosed herein is a light source device for fluorescence diagnosis and photodynamic therapy comprising: a plurality of light source means having a wavelength range different from each other and providing selected light; a light path coupling means coupling light emitted from the light source means to the incident direction of a light guide; a filtering means selectively transmitting the emitted light based on the wavelength; and a switching device that is directed to an opening/ closing means, established at a long distance to be controlled by a remote control device and selecting the kinds of light sources of the light source means to change the modes of the light. Accordingly, the device simplifies the configuration by excluding elements causing errors in the process of fluorescence diagnosis in the diagnostic region. Moreover, the light source device for fluorescence diagnosis and photodynamic therapy couples the light emitted from a combined light source to provide a sufficient light strength in the visible light region, thus improving the illumination quality to increase the accuracy of the diagnosis and further improving the therapeutic efficiency.
Patent GB-2460432-A (GB)
Title: Adhesive Trap Device
Inventor: CASAGRANDE ENZO DOMENICO
IPC: A01M1/14
Filed: 2008-05-29
Abstract: A trap device 1 for insects, in particularly cockroaches. The trap comprises an adhesive layer (3, fig 2) carried on a substrate 2a and a separator structure (4, fig 2) having spaced proud standing portions 5, 6, standing proud with respect to the adhesive layer. The proud standing portions of the separator structure are typically distributed across the adhesive layer to ensure that an overlaying layer is held away from contact with adhesive layer over substantially the entire adhesive layer. The proud standing portions allow a cover to be positioned over the separator structure which consequently does not stick to the adhesive layer and allows a closed trap to be formed. The trap may further comprise a pest attractant. The trap may form part of a series of traps.
Patent GB-2451380-A (GB)
Title: Collapsible container with bail arm support facilitating stacking
Inventor: APPS WILLIAM P
IPC: B65D6/18
Filed: 2006-10-31
Abstract: A collapsible container 10 includes a plurality of walls 14, 18 collapsible onto the base 12. At least one wall 18 has a support 20 pivotably mounted to an upper end portion thereof. The support 20 is pivotable between a support position where it is partially supported on an adjacent wall 14 and a retracted position. In the retracted position, the wall 18 can be pivoted downward onto the base 12, with a portion 21 of the support 20 passing through a channel 24 formed on the interior of the adjacent wall 14. As the wall 18 is pivoted to the upright position, the support 20 is automatically deployed into the support position by its engagement with the channel 24. The support 20 permits stacking of like containers 10.
Patent GB-2466000-A (GB)
Title: Shift fork with two part slider arm which prevents vibrations
Inventor: KIRCHNER ECKHARD
IPC: F16H63/32
Filed: 2008-12-05
Abstract: A shift fork for a vehicle gearbox comprises a slider body 5 having a guide surface for linearly displaceable contact with a rail member 3, a sleeve-engaging projection 6 and a slider arm 8 extending between the slider body 5 and an engagement contour 9 in the direction of displacement defined by the guide surface. The slider arm 8 comprises first and second elements or parts 10, 11 which are joined together by a rigid connection such as spot welding or gluing. Second part 11 of the arm 8 is fixed to the slider body 5 the first part 10 comprises the engagement contour 9. A plane of contact (24, fig 5) between the two elements 10, 11 extends in the direction of displacement. A method of assembling the shift fork with the gearbox comprises providing second part 11 with a projection 17 that engages with a slot 20 in the first part 10 so that parts 10, 11 are relatively moveable. A length of the parts 10, 11 is adjusted and a pin (19) inserted in any suitable pair of holes 18 after which the two parts 10, 11 may be connected by, for example, spot welding and the shift fork installed in the gearbox.