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Patent GB-2221535-A (GB)
Title: Multi-functional clinical instrument
Inventor: LIMITED PORT-E-CHEE PERFORMANC
IPC: G01B3/16
Filed: 1989-07-18
Abstract: The present invention aims to provide a clinical instrument which avoids the need for hospital doctors to carry numerous pieces of separate equipment. A tape measure is accommodated in a boss 101 which serves as the head of a reflex hammer whose shaft is formed by two limbs, one 103 fixed to the boss and one 105 pivotable which also act as the limbs for an angle rule and vernier callipers. Additional parts comprise pivotable fingers 121, 123 for the vernier calliper, a linear rule 125 and needles 216. The lock mechanism for the tape has confronting surfaces biased to hold the tape with press action to release. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2239303-A (GB)
Title: Drive coupling
Inventor: WATTS GEOFFREY
IPC: G03G21/18
Filed: 1989-12-22
Abstract: A replaceable xerographic cassette is coupled to a rotatable driving shaft in a copying machine by a rotary drive coupling member (1) in which a splined drive shaft of the cassette engages as the latter is inserted into the machine. To accommodate angular misalignment of the shafts, the coupling member is of two-part form and the two parts (5, 6) can rotate relative to one another as the shaft is being inserted, to take up any misalignment that may exist. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2229109-A (GB)
Title: Filter
Inventor: SMITH ALAN JAMES
IPC: B01D35/10
Filed: 1990-02-13
Abstract: A filter for removing solids from sewage, after aerobic treatment, comprises a tank containing an array of cylindrical filter brushes, through which the sewage flows from inlet 3 to outlet 4. In Fig. 1 the brushes extend horizontally across the top of the tank, with their bristles intermeshed. In Fig. 2 the brushes hang vertically in the tank from cross bars. In Fig. 3 the tank is divided by a plate with depending sleeves each containing one fitter brush. Each brush comprises a steel core with bristles of metal or natural or synthetic fibre. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2243868-A (GB)
Title: Portable security container
Inventor: BOWLES MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: B65F1/16
Filed: 1990-05-09
Abstract: A portable security container 1 is provided with a lockable hinged lid 2 and wheels 5, located at the bottom rear corners of the container 1. The lid 2 has an aperture 6 which is provided with means to prevent the withdrawal of the container contents through the aperture. Such a container is suitable for the secure disposal of documents. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2235055-A (GB)
Title: Indicating apparatus in finder of camera
Inventor: SOSHI ISAO
IPC: G03B17/20
Filed: 1990-07-13
Abstract: An indicating apparatus in a finder of a camera in which an incorporated strobe and an external strobe which is detachably attached to the camera can be simultaneously used, including a first indicator 24 which indicates information of the incorporated strobe and a second indicator 25 which indicates information of the external strobe. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2240521-A (GB)
Title: Tyre tread pattern
Inventor: KUHR WOLFGANG
IPC: B60C11/11
Filed: 1991-01-09
Abstract: In a radial pneumatic tyre whose height-width ratio is H/B</=0.6, pattern elements 2, 3 are disposed in a V-shape and extend from the tyre central area to the tyre shoulder and are separated by oblique grooves 5, 6 which are connected to a peripheral groove 4 in the tyre central area, the pattern elements 2, 3 each consist of:   a) a central portion 13 disposed at an angle  alpha  of 5 DEG  to 30 DEG  to the equatorial plane x-x, b) a shorter initial portion 12, located in the central area and extending parallel to the equatorial plane x - x, and c) a terminal portion 15, located in the shoulder area, bifurcated in form, and located at an angle  beta  of 60 DEG  to 90 DEG  to the equatorial plane adjacent pattern elements 2, 3 being connected together by a pattern web or bridge 17, located in the groove base at a height greater than the groove depth, and that the pattern elements 2, 3 of the halves of the tread surface are offset relative to one another in the peripheral direction.   <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2253164-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to electrostatic coating of substrates of medicinalproducts
Inventor: STANIFORTH JOHN NICHOLAS
IPC: A61K9/28
Filed: 1991-02-22
Abstract: A method of coating substrates of medicinal products with a dry powder includes the following steps: feeding the medicinal substrates onto a conveying means (1); supplying the dry powder to a region (5) through which the substrates are to be conveyed; conveying the medicinal substrates on the conveying means (1) through the region (5) with the conveying means and/or the substrates maintained at a different electric potential from the dry powder, whereby the dry powder is attracted to the exposed surfaces of the substrates but is unable to reach the coated surfaces of the substrates in contact with the conveying means, and treating the dry powder coatings to convert the powder into a fused film secured to the substrates.
Patent GB-2244129-A (GB)
Title: Warning light
Inventor: HAMAR LASZLO
IPC: B60Q1/14
Filed: 1991-04-16
Abstract: A warning light arrangement preferably for a motor vehicle including a light sensitive sensor 12, switching means 16 and a lighting array 20, 22 which may be provided by a vehicles existing lights, for example, side lights, or brake lights. When the sensor is acted on by the lights of an oncoming vehicle the switching means causes the light array to be illuminated thereby indicating the presence of the vehicle carrying the sensor. A timing mechanism (not shown) may be included to deactivate the light array after a predetermined time period has elapsed from activation. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2247672-A (GB)
Title: Container or pouch filling method and apparatus
Inventor: DENIS JEAN MARIE
IPC: B29C65/08
Filed: 1991-08-13
Abstract: A nozzle 20 is provided for filling containers, such as as pouches with detergent, bleach, fabric softener or lotion, which eliminates splashing and dripping. The nozzle 10 consists of a elongated tubular member 14 which receives liquid through a channel 12 of a conduit 11, at least one screen 22 being fitted at the outlet end to induce laminar flow. In the region of the screen a suction means 20, for removing excess liquid, is provided. in addition the nozzle is raised by either hydraulic or pneumatic means 40 or mechanical means (43, 44, fig 2) in order that the nozzle can be kept at a set level above the liquid during filling to reduce splashing. The flow of liquid can be enabled or disabled by use of a valve 26 which is preferably electromechanically controlled but may be mechanically controlled. In the electromechanically controlled system the valve is opened and closed by use of a magnetic field produced by a coil 25 and magnet 27 in the valve stem guide 26. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2257538-A (GB)
Title: Air conditioning control.
Inventor: YOSHIDA SATORU
IPC: F24F11/02
Filed: 1992-06-05
Abstract: In an air conditioning system comprising indoor and outdoor units 22, 23 which operate according to the same program, the operating program is stored in the outdoor unit 22 and downloaded to the indoor units 23 upon power up of the system. Alternatively the program can be downloaded to the outdoor and indoor units from a central control unit (61, Fig 6). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2257067-A (GB)
Title: Wire end processing apparatus
Inventor: VERRALL ROBERT BRUCE
IPC: H01R43/048
Filed: 1992-08-18
Abstract: As shown in Figures 2A and 3, a wire end processing apparatus comprises a wire gripper unit (10) having wire gripper jaws (22) which can be moved between a fully open position, a fully closed position, and a partially open position for receiving a wire (W), an end portion of which is to be processed. A wire processing unit (12) is aligned with the wire gripper unit (10) for receiving and processing the end portion of the wire (W) when it has been inserted between the wire gripper jaws (22). A laser emitter (184) and a laser sensor (186) are provided for generating and sensing, respectively a laser beam (L) extending through the wire processing unit (12). The gripper jaws (22) close fully when the end of the wire (W) interrupts the laser beam (L). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2259603-A (GB)
Title: Diode pumped solid-state laser
Inventor: ISHIMORI AKIRA
IPC: H01S3/109
Filed: 1992-09-04
Abstract: A diode pumped solid-state laser (LD directly coupled solid-state laser) comprises a laser medium 3 that has a laser emitting end face 33 with Brewster angle. Accordingly, this diode pumped solid-state laser can produce linearly polarized light. The laser also has a higher harmonics generator and an output mirror (partial reflection mirror) which reflects only a fundamental laser beam wave and transmits higher harmonics. Moreover, there is provided a fixing member assembly capable of easy and exact setting up such a directly coupled solid-state laser. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2270785-A (GB)
Title: Security enclosure manufacture.
Inventor: MACPHERSON HUGH
IPC: G08B13/22
Filed: 1992-09-22
Abstract: A security enclosure (20) includes an inner enclosure designed by a first electrically insulating sheet (60) carrying a layer (56) of electrically responsive material on an outer side, the sheet (60) being folded and having edges (100) in overlapping relation and adhered to one another to define the inner enclosure. A detector (80) is provided for detecting separation of the electrically responsive material (56) from the sheet (60) and is located inside the inner enclosure. An outer enclosure is defined by a second electrically insulating sheet (44) wrapped about and adhered to the inner enclosure and also having edges in overlapping relation.
Patent GB-2260787-A (GB)
Title: Cooling air stator to rotor flow inducer in gas turbine engines
Inventor: THOMAS JR THEODORE TRAYLOR
IPC: F02C9/18
Filed: 1992-10-08
Abstract: The preferred embodiment provides a cooling air flow transfer apparatus 12, between a stationary compressor and turbine rotor, having an inducer 44 which includes cooling air flow holes or passages 77 that are acutely angled in a tangential manner to the plane of the rotor. The passages 77 include a flow accelerating section 94, a cylindrical section 98 leading to a downstream flared outlet in the form of an open channel 100, 110 that has a back wall 120 with a portion that curves to be parallel to the exit plane of the inducer at the channel's end 130. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2261187-A (GB)
Title: Method of making a molded applique product
Inventor: ROSICA GEORGE B
IPC: B29C65/16
Filed: 1992-11-05
Abstract: In a method of making a molded applique product a printed applique substrate 20 is formed into a three dimensional shape and placed into a mold 30 whereupon a molten resin is injected into the mold cavity space located behind the formed substrate. The molten resin is introduced through a plurality of ports (41-43) each of which introduces the molten material into only a limited area of the mold. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2259416-A (GB)
Title: Switched lampholder
Inventor: STEWART ALEXANDER
IPC: H01H9/18
Filed: 1992-11-09
Abstract: A switched lampholder comprising a generally tubular housing, a socket (11) at one end of the housing for holding an electric lamp, two contacts (17) in the socket for providing electric current to the electric lamp and a switch means (16) within the housing for making and breaking the supply of electric current ot the contacts, in which the switch means is activated by axial movement relative to the housing and axially slidable relative thereto, the sleeve (20) rests on the switch actuator (19) which is connected to the switch means via a rod or puley (35). Internal illumination (24) within the lampholder can be provided.
Patent GB-2267573-A (GB)
Title: Capacitive probe for gauging
Inventor: JOSTLEIN HANS
IPC: G01B7/28
Filed: 1993-05-25
Abstract: A non-contact, omni-directional capacitive probe for use in dimensional gauging includes an electrically conductive spherical sensing tip (15) that forms a capacitor with a workpiece, the capacitance of the capacitor being indicative of the distance between the spherical sensing tip (15) and the workpiece. The tip 15 may be mounted on, and insulated from, one end of a hollow, conductive stalk 35 by a collar 30. A wire 40 coaxially disposed in the stalk 35 and electrically connected to the tip 15. First and second A.C. voltages, generally equal in phase and magnitude are generated between the tip 15 and the workpiece and the stalk 35 and the workpiece, respectively, to reduce stray capacitance effects. The spherical tip 15 may have an insulative centre portion and conductive outer shell. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2278603-A (GB)
Title: Spray drying
Inventor: CHASE JULIAN EDWARD
IPC: B01D1/18
Filed: 1993-06-01
Abstract: A process for preparing a particulate, flowable, glucose product comprises spray drying at 1 glucose syrup together with recycled dry powdered glucose to form a particulate material, which particulate material is passed into a first retention zone 8 for a first crystallization period, then into a drying zone 9 and subsequently into a rotating drum 10 for a further evaporation and crystallization period, the resulting product being milled and sifted at 11 to produce a final glucose product 13 together with dry powdered glucose 14 which is recycled to be spray drier 1. Such a process results in the production of a high quality, free-flowing, dried glucose product of uniform consistency. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2280323-A (GB)
Title: Voltage controlled oscillator
Inventor: BARCLAY MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: H03B1/00
Filed: 1993-06-02
Abstract: A voltage controlled oscillator includes an oscillator transistor Q1B the base of which is RF live so as to destabilize the transistor such that it oscillates. The oscillator transmitter emitter is connected to a tank circuit, which stores RF energy at the desired frequency, based on the tuning voltage, to set the oscillator frequency. The inherent collector-base junction capacitance serves to provide voltage variable capacitance resulting in the generation of a carrier signal. The oscillator transistor Q1B and an amplifier transistor Q1A are connected in cascode configuration. The amplifier transistor amplifies the modulation signal input at its base and presents a modulated signal output on its collector. Whereby the need for a varactor external to the tank circuit is alleviated and the modulation signal is amplified and modulated on the carrier signal by the amplifier transistor in a manner which effectively isolates the transmission signal from the oscillator transistor and tank circuit. FETs may be used in place of bipolar transistors. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2280664-A (GB)
Title: Portable vehicle lifting device
Inventor: BALL SIMON ALASTIAR
IPC: B66F5/04
Filed: 1993-08-06
Abstract: A portable vehicle lifting device has two lifting features, a parallel lifting system [17] and an integral hoist [13] both operated by a single hydraulic unit [14] which is detachable. The parallel system comprises of a central link [15] operated by the hydraulic unit [14] and stabilising links [16] which maintains the lifting frame [17] parallel to the ground at all times as shown in figure 2. The lifting frame [17] supports wheel ramps [20] on which the wheels of the vehicle being raised are supported. The parallel lifting system also incorporates a safety catch [22] to prevent the system from lowering due to a hydraulic failure. The integral hoist [13] is adjustable in reach with a safety hook mounted at its extremity for lifting heavy object this is operated by the hydraulic unit [14] which is interchangeable between the two lifting features. The portable vehicle lifting device can be folded down for transport and storage purposes with the hydraulic unit detached from the device. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2282072-A (GB)
Title: Golf practice aid
Inventor: BROOK GEOFFREY
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 1993-09-23
Abstract: A golf practice aid comprises panels 1, 5, 8 slidable by means of tubular ends on rods 2 in the direction of the arrows. The corners are secured to the ground by pegs and cords 3. Lines 9 are provided for stance alignment and a pocket 6 for instructions is provided. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2284919-A (GB)
Title: Electronic parking meter
Inventor: RAMCHANDANI RAMCHAND TIKAMDAS
IPC: G07B15/02
Filed: 1993-12-15
Abstract: An electronic parking meter has means for storing purchased credits, means for deducting credits at a current metering rate when a vehicle is parked, and means for adjusting the rate of metering according to predetermined conditions (eg time of day). The credits are purchased from either one or two prepaid cards inserted into slots (10, 12), each containing a certain number of parking units which are electronically reduced by the device for as long as the car is parked. When one card runs out units are deducted from the other card. A display (4, 24) indicates to the user and warden what parking unit rate is being used to ensure that it is appropriate for the parking area. Other information is displayed such as an indication of how much longer the cards will have units to allow parking. Means may be provided to disable the meter on detection of vehicle movement. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2273533-A (GB)
Title: Pumping cassette with integral manifold
Inventor: DODGE LARRY HARDY
IPC: A61M5/142
Filed: 1993-12-15
Abstract: An integral disposable manifold and pump cassette (10), through which fluid is selectively pumped from a plurality of inlet tubes (28) to an outlet tube (30). First and second sheets (12 and 14) of flexible plastics material are sealed together to form between them a plurality of inlet channels (16), a main flow channel (18) and a flange (34) surrounding the inlet channels (16) and a main flow channel (18). The inlet channels (16) are sealingly connected in fluid communication with the inlet tubes (28), and the main flow channel (18) connects the inlet channels (16) in fluid communication with the outlet tube (30). The inlet channels (16) can be individually pinched closed to prevent fluid passage therethrough. The flange (34) facilitates the insertion and removable of the disposable manifold and pump cassette (10) to and from an infusion pump. The sheets (12 and 14) may be heat sealed together. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2279286-A (GB)
Title: Manufacture of novelty confectionery item
Inventor: ROFER KLAUS
IPC: A23G1/21
Filed: 1994-03-30
Abstract: A method of manufacturing a novelty confectionery item which comprises the steps of: providing a capsule-forming mould of at least two segments (7, 9) and a relief figure-forming mould (11) dimensioned to fit within the capsule-forming mould to enable a relief figure to be formed within the capsule-forming mould; mounting said relief figure forming mould to a segment of said capsule-forming mould; filling the segments of the capsule-forming mould with a castable liquid confectionery material; and casting the material to thereby form a capsule moulding of said at least two segments, one segment of which has the relief figure formed projecting therefrom and the one or more other cooperating segment of the capsule moulding providing a cavity within which the relief figure may be accommodated. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2277762-A (GB)
Title: Wellbore shock absorber
Inventor: EDWARDS A GLEN
IPC: E21B43/119
Filed: 1994-05-05
Abstract: A shock absorber 40, adapted to be disposed above a perforating gun in a tool string disposed in a wellbore, includes a crushable element 40.11 disposed between an inner and outer housing, a frangible breakup element 40.6, and a detonating cord 40.1 disposed within the frangible breakup element 40.6 and connected to the perforating gun. In operation, a detonation wave propagates within the detonating cord 40.1 on its way toward the perforating gun. However, before the detonation wave reaches the perforating gun, the detonation wave propagates through the frangible breakup element 40.6. In response to the passage of the detonation wave through the frangible breakup element 40.6, the frangible element shatters into a multitude of pieces. Before the frangible element shatters, the frangible element absolutely prevents any shock from being absorbed by the shock absorber of the present invention. As a result, preloading effects are avoided. However, after the frangible element shatters, the shock absorber of the present invention is ready to absorb the shock resultant from the detonation of the perforating gun. After the frangible element shatters, in response to the detonation wave passing therethrough, the inner and outer housings move in opposite directions relative to one another in response to a received shock and the crushable element 40.11 begins to permanently deform. An upward or a downward shock may be absorbed by the shock absorber, but only after the frangible breakup element shatters in response to the detonation wave in a detonating cord passing therethrough. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2278743-A (GB)
Title: Chip fuse
Inventor: ARIKAWA HIROO
IPC: H01H85/02
Filed: 1994-05-19
Abstract: A chip fuse includes a hollow insulating body (1), a fusible element (4) extending along a hole (3), the respective ends thereof engaged with the end portions of the body, and two terminals (6) fitted onto the end portions of the body, each terminal including a projection (8) for fixing the terminal to the end portion of the body. The body (1) may include two grooves (5) into which respective projections are fitted. The projections may be formed by cut-outs or by end portions of the terminals. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2295664-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for explosive ordnance disposal
Inventor: ALFORD SIDNEY CHRISTOPHER
IPC: F42B1/032
Filed: 1994-12-03
Abstract: An explosive assembly comprises a liner of combustible material eg. magnesium, of concave-convex cross-section (preferably generally L-shaped section) with a layer of explosive material secured to the convex surface of the liner. Use as a cutting charge for example to destroy munitions by cutting through the case and igniting the contents. The magnesium may be located on the back of a copper liner. Other suitable combustible materials includes Ti, Zr, Hf, Ce, La, Nd and Fe and alloys containing these metals. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2285289-A (GB)
Title: Sliding bearing member
Inventor: TANAKA TADASHI
IPC: B23K1/20
Filed: 1994-12-14
Abstract: A multi-layer sliding bearing member includes a back metal (1), a brazing material (2) bonded to the back metal, a diffusion mixture layer (3) bonded to the brazing material, and a Cu-Zn-based alloy layer (4) bonded to the diffusion mixture layer (3). The diffusion mixture layer is a layer in which not less than 10wt.% Ni, components of the Cu-Zn-based alloy and components of the brazing material are mixed with one another. The diffusion mixture layer has a thickness of 5-300  mu m. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2289267-A (GB)
Title: Unwinding coiled metal strip
Inventor: TASAKI MASAHARU
IPC: B21C47/22
Filed: 1995-05-02
Abstract: A method of unwinding a coiled strip from a coil or coils of a metal strip horizontally placed on a turntable, is characterized by disposing a feed roller 9 between the coil 8 and a machining facility and a contact type dancer roller 13 between the feed roller 9 and the coil 8; detecting variation in tension acting on the strip based on displacement of the contact type dancer roller to control the rotational speed of the turntable so that the tension of the strip at the position where the tension is detected falls within a predetermined range; and disposing a non-contact sensor 10 between the feed roller and the machining facility to detect displacement of the strip at the position of the non-contact sensor and to control the rotational speed of the feed roller so that the strip is fed into the machining facility at a constant velocity. <IMAGE>