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Patent GB-2535208-A (GB)
Title: Multilayer masking tape
Inventor: DEREK ERIC PRINCE
IPC: B05D1/32
Filed: 2015-02-13
Abstract: A multilayer masking tape comprising a first layer separably adhered to a second layer, further comprising a release region between the layers to aid separation of the second layer from the first layer. The corresponding edges of the first and second layers may align with one another to provide a masking edge. The first layer may be set-back relative to the second layer. Preferably the first and second layers are of constant width along the length of the multilayer masking tape. Preferably the release region is positioned away from the edges of the first and or second layers. The release region may comprise a portion of the adhesive surface of the second layer that has reduced adhesiveness, a release coating or release sheet between the first and second layers or a portion of the adhesive surface of the second layer that has no adhesive. Preferably the first and/or second layers comprise a built in region of weakness in order to aid the separation of the layers. Also disclosed is a method of manufacturing a multilayer masking tape and a method of masking off part of a substrate.
Patent GB-2529947-A (GB)
Title: Inhibiting salting out of diutan or scleroglucan in well treatment
Inventor: SALGAONKAR LALIT PANDURANG
IPC: C09K8/90
Filed: 2014-03-25
Abstract: A fluid viscosified with diutan or scleroglucan is provided for use in a well, the fluid including: (i) water; (ii) one or more salts selected from the group consisting of alkali metal halide salts, alkaline earth metal halide salts, and any combination thereof; (iii) a viscosifier selected from the group consisting of diutan, a diutan derivative, scleroglucan, a scleroglucan derivative, and any combination thereof; and (iv) a delayed-release source of a weak acid; wherein the initial pH of the fluid is at least 6. In addition, a method of treating a portion of a well includes the steps of: (A) forming such a fluid; and (B) introducing the fluid into the portion of the well. The fluid has rheological properties that can be adapted, for example, to well treatments such as gravel packing at higher temperature and in higher density brines while avoiding salting out of the viscosifier.
Patent GB-2530949-A (GB)
Title: Bacterial vaccine
Inventor: LARA JORGE GARCIA
IPC: C07K14/315
Filed: 2013-04-09
Abstract: An immunogenic composition is disclosed, preferably in the form of a vaccine comprising a gel-type or aluminium-based adjuvant for use in the treatment of a microbial infection. The composition comprises at least one of SEQ ID NO:142 or 143 (GCP full length and extracellular domains) and at least one of SEQ ID NO:156 or 157 (DIV1B full length and extracellular domains) or modified polypeptides having at least 80% sequence identity to the full lengths of these sequences. Preferably, the composition is used to treat Streptococcus infections such as Streptococcus group A, group B, pneumonia or pyogenes.
Patent GB-2548116-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle body
Inventor: FRIEDRICH HEIN
IPC: B62D65/02
Filed: 2016-03-08
Abstract: Two outer skin parts 1, 2 of a vehicle body border one another at a joint. The first outer skin part 1 comprises an apron 10 which engages in the interior of the vehicle body and overlaps with the second outer skin part 2. A screen 20 ispushed in in engagement with a guiding contour 11 of the apron 10 running in the direction of the joint from an end of the joint between the apron 10 and the second outer skin part 2.
Patent GB-2548834-A (GB)
Title: Ion manipulation device for guiding or confining ions in an ion processing apparatus
Inventor: MATTHEW CLIVE GILL
IPC: H01J49/42
Filed: 2016-03-29
Abstract: An ion manipulation device for guiding or confining ions in an ion processing apparatus. The device has a first circuit board 1a, wherein at least one first electrode 5a for manipulating the path of ions is mounted on a mounting surface of the first circuit board 1a. A second circuit board 1b is provided, wherein at least one second electrode 5b for manipulating the path of ions is mounted on a mounting surface of the second circuit board 1b. At least one bridging electrode 2 for manipulating the path of ions is provided, wherein the at least one bridging electrode 2 is mounted to both the mounting surface of the first circuit board 1a and the mounting surface of the second circuit board 1b. The bridging electrode 2 is configured to hold the first circuit board and the second circuit board apart from each other in a fixed spatial relationship in which the mounting surface of the second circuit board faces 1b towards the mounting surface of the first circuit board 1a.
Patent GB-2549502-A (GB)
Title: Slide fastener
Inventor: ANDREW JAMES GOODWIN
IPC: A44B19/24
Filed: 2016-04-19
Abstract: A slide fastener chain is provided which curves out of plane in its natural state, when first and second stringers (12a, 12b, fig.15) are interdigitated. The first and second stringers each comprising a tape having a row of coupling elements (68, 70, fig.8) mounted on a longitudinal edge thereof. The tape of each of the first and second stringers is generally planar when the coupling elements of the first stringer are not interdigitated with the coupling elements of the second stringer. The head (54b, fig.8a) and neck (56b, fig.8a) portions of the coupling elements of the first and second stringers are shaped such that, when coupling elements of the first stringer are interdigitated with coupling elements of the second stringer, the longitudinal edge of the second stringer in the region of said at least one of the coupling elements of the first stringer, and of first and second adjacent coupling elements forms a curve having a centre of curvature (CC) which lies beneath the plane of the tape of the second stringer.
Patent GB-2550205-A (GB)
Title: Cricothyrotomy introducer tool
Inventor: RICHARD VANNER
IPC: A61M16/04
Filed: 2016-05-13
Abstract: A cricothyrotomy introducer tool 1 comprising a guide member 2 and a location member 3, in which said guide member 2 comprises a longitudinal axis A-A and a guide surface 4 for defining a path through the skin of a patient into the trachea, in which said location member 3 comprises a locating surface 8 lateral to said longitudinal axis for contacting the skin of the patient to delimit the extent said guide member 2 penetrates said trachea, and in which said location member 3 is movable between a first position in which said locating surface 8 is spaced from a first end 9 of said guide member by a first distance, and a second position in which said locating surface 8 is spaced from said first end 9 by a second distance. The guide member 2 may be locked in position by a pin 34 penetrating aperture 29.
Patent GB-2544151-A (GB)
Title: Parameter measurement refinement in oil exploration operations
Inventor: CHRISTINA VASQUEZ
IPC: G06Q50/02
Filed: 2014-04-09
Abstract: In some embodiments, an apparatus and a system, as well as a method and an article, may operate to access a workflow database, the workflow database including operations data describing workflow operations for performing an oil recovery process and the workflow database having result data indicating a result of the oil recovery process; to generate a list that includes a plurality of parameters related to the workflow operations; to determine predicted impacts, on the result, of changing values for the plurality of parameters; to select a parameter of the plurality of parameters that has a largest predicted impact on the result relative to the predicted impacts of non-selected ones of the plurality of parameters, to provide a selected parameter; and to provide a recommendation for refinement of measurement data related to the selected parameter. Additional apparatus, systems, and methods are disclosed.
Patent GB-2556029-A (GB)
Title: Ostomy bag flange
Inventor: BARRIE MILLS
IPC: A61F5/445
Filed: 2016-09-26
Abstract: A flange 1 for a stomal appliance, such as an ostomy bag, comprises an annular disk 2 arranged to surround a stomal opening, having a radially inner edge 3 and a radially outer edge 4; The flange 1 has a concave body facing surface and a convex surface for attachment to a pouch; The flange 1 is particularly suited to a user having a hernia.
Patent GB-2544616-A (GB)
Title: Downhole tool
Inventor: JAMIE OAG
IPC: E21B29/02
Filed: 2015-11-18
Abstract: A tool for manipulating material in a downhole environment, such as casing 12 or production tubing comprises a confined propellant source 26 and an ignition mechanism for igniting the propellant source. Upon ignition of the propellant source 26, the propellant deflagrates thereby creating at least one stream of combustion products 44. Confinement of the propellant source 26 is such that the stream(s) of combustion products 44 is/are directed towards the material to be manipulated. A modifying agent 28 may combine with the stream of combustion products 44 to manipulate the material.
Patent GB-2541334-A (GB)
Title: Cascaded ionizing radiation converter and apparatus for diagnostic imaging in real time
Inventor: ADAM JANUSZKO
IPC: G02F1/13
Filed: 2015-05-25
Abstract: The object of the present invention is an cascaded ionizing radiation converter, comprising the first conversion stage, transforming ionizing radiation into non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation, the second conversion stage transforming non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation into an electrical charge, and the third conversion stage transforming the generated electric charge into the change of potential controlling the liquid crystal cell, wherein the first conversion stage is a radioluminescent layer, preferably Lu2O3:Eu layer, the second conversion stage is a photoconductive material layer, preferably amorphous selenium or poly (3-hexylthiophene ) layer, and the non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation emission spectrum of the first conversion stage corresponds with the non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation absorption spectrum of the second conversion stage; And an imaging diagnostic apparatus using cascaded ionizing radiation converter.
Patent GB-2557607-A (GB)
Title: Multi purpose washing machine bag
Inventor: ANDRE RENE-GORDON
IPC: D06F95/00
Filed: 2016-12-10
Abstract: A washing machine bag (1, figure 1) comprising a flexible container body (2) at least partly formed from fabric, the container body configured to hold a pair of shoes and having an opening 3 configured to allow shoes to be placed in or removed from the container; an integral drawstring 4 configured to close the opening, and; at least one pocket 5 having a pocket opening formed on the exterior surface of the container body, the at least one pocket configured to receive and hold at least a portion of the drawstring when the bag is closed in use. Other embodiments define a washing machine bag formed from a porous fabric, a washing machine bag with padding 9, preferably foam in an egg box configuration, to prevent damage to the washing machine drum in use, and a washing machine bag with an integral internal bag to hold the shoes in use, preferably with a divider (8, figure 3).
Patent GB-2560017-A (GB)
Title: Powertrain mount system
Inventor: MATT SYKES
IPC: F16F15/03
Filed: 2017-02-27
Abstract: The power train mount system 103 includes: an active magnetic bearing and a controller 115. The bearing supports at least a portion of the powertrain relative to the body of a vehicle 125. The controller is configured to determine an operational state of at least one of the power train and the vehicle. Also claimed is a powertrain mount comprising two brackets1 105, 107 with an electromagnet 111configured to support the brackets relative to each other. The operational states measured can be the power output, when the vehicle is performing a manoeuvre, wherein in response to the states the stiffness of the bearing is adjusted.
Patent GB-2551422-A (GB)
Title: Compressor geometry control
Inventor: MARTIN K YATES
IPC: F04D29/56
Filed: 2017-04-11
Abstract: A system for controlling the geometry of a variable geometry compressor (13, 14, fig 1) of a gas turbine engine (10) includes a mechanical linkage 210 operable to vary the compressor geometry (for example, a unison ring that varies the angle of vanes). The linkage is operated by a first actuator 204 powered by a pressurised supply of an incompressible fluid, such as fuel, and a second actuator 214 powered by a pressurised supply of a compressible fluid, such as air. The first and second actuators act in combination on the linkage so that a first actuator force exerted by the first actuator sums with a second actuator force exerted by the second actuator on the mechanical linkage. A controller may control the second actuator so that the second actuator force is less than a threshold actuator force required to vary the compressor geometry. The magnitude of the first actuator force may be less than the second actuator force.
Patent GB-2561590-A (GB)
Title: A photonic device
Inventor: ROBERT JAMES YOUNG
IPC: H01L33/06
Filed: 2017-04-19
Abstract: A single-photon light source 2 comprises a photonic crystal structure the lattice of which extends in at least two dimensions and includes a line defect defining an optical waveguide 13. A quantum dot light emitter 12 is arranged within the photonic crystal to emit single photons. The single-photon light source may be used as part of a quantum key distribution transmitter. An electronically controlled polarization rotating waveplate comprising a birefringent material may be provided within the waveguide (fig 10) and a Bragg mirror output coupler redirects photons to an integrated single-photon avalanche photodiode detector as part of a quantum key distribution receiver. The photonic crystal lattice may comprise epitaxially grown and patterned III-V semiconductor material such as GaAs grown on a group IV semiconductor substrate such as silicon.
Patent GB-2564375-A (GB)
Title: Aircraft propulsion system, method of manufacture and use thereof
Inventor: JAMES JOSEPH ROTHERHAM
IPC: B64C39/00
Filed: 2017-05-17
Abstract: An aircraft propulsion system 2 comprises one or more ducts 8 formed or defined by two or more substantially parallel wall members 6. At least one flapping or waving wing member 4 is at least partially located or positioned substantially within said one or more duct means. Flapping or waving motion of the at least one wing member 4 generates thrust by creating an airflow from inlets 10, of the ducts, towards nozzles 12.
Patent GB-2547864-A (GB)
Title: A floating support structure for a wind turbine and method for installing same
Inventor: RODGER TAYLOR
IPC: F03D13/40
Filed: 2015-11-20
Abstract: A floating support structure (10) for a wind turbine (70) and a method of installing a floating wind turbine (70) is disclosed. The structure comprises a base member (12) having an inner wall (14) and an outer wall (16) and a first space (18) defined between the inner (14) and outer (16) walls. A support member (20) has a first end (22) housed within the base member (12) so as to define a second space (24) between the base member (12) and the support member(20), and a second end (23) to which the turbine (70) is mountable. The support member (20) is longitudinally movable relative to the base member(12). There are first (26) and second (28) flow control devices for respectively controlling the introduction and withdrawal of liquid to and from the first (18) and second (24) spaces. A floatation device (30) is attached to the support member (20) such that the support member (20) will move longitudinally relative to the base member (12) when liquid is introduced or withdrawn from the second space (24) by the second flow control device(28). The base (12) and support (20) members are towed to a desired location to be installed and liquid is introduced to the second space (24) via the second flow control device (28) such that the support member (20) will rise relative to the base member (12) to an extended position.
Patent GB-2564710-A (GB)
Title: Measuring density of a powder bed and detecting a defect in an additively manufactured article
Inventor: BEN IAN FERRAR
IPC: G01N9/02
Filed: 2017-07-21
Abstract: A method of measuring the density of a powder bed 14 formed by an additive manufacturing machine during a build operation. The machine is caused to build one or more capsules 10 encapsulating powder. The internal volume of the capsule and mass of the encapsulated powder are determined thereby to determine the density of the powder bed. The internal volume of the capsule may be determined by pycnometry, by measuring the external volume of the capsule, opening and emptying the capsule then determining the volume of the parts of the opened capsule. Where the external volume of the capsule cannot be determined by pyncometry or the measured volume is significantly less than an expected value this is indicative of a defect in the capsule. The/or each capsule may have one or more sidewalls which diverge from each other as they rise from a base and subsequently converge towards one another towards a top. The machine may be caused to build one or more articles concurrently with building the/or each capsule. Thus the/or each capsule can yield density data specific to an article or article produced by the machine, rather than just giving a general indication of machine performance. A line of weakness may be formed in the/or each capsule at which the capsule will preferentially break when subjected to a force. The/or each capsule may comprise a part shaped to be received by or connect to a tool or apparatus thereby to facilitate removing the capsule from a build plate and/or opening the capsule to release encapsulated powder.
Patent GB-2550525-A (GB)
Title: Forming of battery components
Inventor: MARK ORMEROD
IPC: B22D25/04
Filed: 2015-03-13
Abstract: A cast on strap machine with a molten metal delivery apparatus 5, a battery plate positioning device 70 and a mould body 50, 52 comprising a plurality of mould cavities 51, 52 for forming battery components, and a mould loading apparatus (100, fig 6) which may comprise a cradle (110, fig 6) for supporting the mould, arranged to move the mould between an in use configuration and a configuration in which the mould is external to the case on strap machine to allow access to the mould, e.g. with an elevator (120, fig 6) to raise/lower the mould. A lateral positioning member (130, fig 6) which may comprise a fixed support frame and slidable frame, may be arranged to move the mould between an internal position in alignment with the in-use configuration to an external position. An ejection device (140, fig 6) may be included for removing the mould in the in-use position from the cradle. Details of clamps, tabs, straps, and lug arrangements and a lead delivery apparatus for a cast on strap machine are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2555001-A (GB)
Title: Waterwheel
Inventor: GERALD COYLE
IPC: F03B7/00
Filed: 2017-09-21
Abstract: A waterwheel assembly for a river or similar body of flowing water includes a waterwheel mounted on a support structure 20, and one or more buoyant members 37, 38 which support part of the weight of the waterwheel so that it can move up and down with any change to the river level. The support structure is secured on land by the river or body of water by means of one or more cantilevered beams. The waterwheel may have an axle secured between two vertical posts by means of slidable bearings that permit the waterwheel to move up and down. The waterwheel may drive a generator on land by a flexible or articulated shaft 63. A walkway 56 may be provided around the waterwheel for access. Lifting gear 59, 66, 67 may be provided to raise the waterwheel for maintenance or during unsuitable conditions.
Patent GB-2570098-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to organic material
Inventor: GEORGE ANDREW GARDNER
IPC: A47B81/00
Filed: 2017-11-01
Abstract: The workframe 10 has a ceiling member 12, two frameworks 20 and a storage element. The frameworks 20 are skeletal and formed of multiple structural members which define apertures 61-66, 82 for the storage element 71-73, 84. The frameworks 20 may be at the front and rear or be corner-wall engaging. A cross-framework 26 may connect the frameworks 20. The frameworks 20 may have an outer structure 54 of upper and lower rails 22, 24 with two outer structural members 44, and possibly multiple inner structural members 42, 45-47. A structural member may be formed of wood, angled, orthogonal, rectilinear, curvilinear, or formed into trees. Structural members may meet in nodes 38. The apertures may be V-shaped 61, 62, rectangular 82 or angled 63-66. Also provided is a kit of parts for assembling the workframe. The skeletal framework allows for a lighter kitchen unit with free access to the wall.
Patent GB-2556519-A (GB)
Title: Auto white balance using infrared and/or ultraviolet signals
Inventor: SZEPO ROBERT HUNG
IPC: H04N9/73
Filed: 2016-10-12
Abstract: According to an aspect, a device includes a camera configured to obtain an image, an electromagnetic radiation sensor configured to produce at least one of ultra-violet (UV) light data and infrared (IR) light data associated with the image, a sensor processor configured to detect an illuminant type probability from probability data using at least one of the UV light data and the IR light data, where the illuminant type probability indicates a level of confidence that a light source associated with the image is a particular illuminant type, and an auto-white balance unit configured to adjust auto-white balance with the illuminant type probability.
Patent GB-2571551-A (GB)
Title: System and method for detecting arc faults
Inventor: DAVID ALAN ELLIOTT
IPC: H02H3/28
Filed: 2018-03-01
Abstract: System and method for detecting arc faults 42, 44 includes receiving, by a controller 46, a first sensed power characteristic (for example voltage or current) from a first power characteristic sensor 52 at an output of an upstream electrical component 32, receiving, by the controller module 46, a second sensed power characteristic from the second power characteristic sensor 54 at an input of a downstream electrical component 20, the input and output connected by a conductor 38, determining, by the controller module 46, a difference between the first and second sensed power characteristics, comparing this with a stored threshold value which is modified by a calibration factor that includes at least one of a temperature factor, current factor or timing factor, and providing indication of an arc fault 42, 44 at the conductor. The current and temperature factors of the conductor 38 may be measured or estimated.
Patent GB-2562863-A (GB)
Title: Child tray assembly and multi-function high chair
Inventor: JERRY INGRAHAM
IPC: A47D15/00
Filed: 2018-03-27
Abstract: The child tray has a slidable tray 131 suitable to be slidably disposed on a child seat as permitted by a first actuator 1312. A second tray 132 is detachably connected to the slidable tray 131 and has a second actuator 1322 to drive operation of the first actuator 1312. The first actuator 1312 may drive a disengagement to allow the slidable tray 131 to move relative to the child seat. The slidable tray 131 may be connected to the child seat by a sliding track 1315. The first and second actuators 1312, 1322 may be located on a front side of the trays 131, 132. The second actuator 1322 may be biased away from the first actuator 1312. The child seat may be a high chair. Also provided is a child tray having a support suitable to be slidably disposed on a child seat. A tray is detachbly connected to the support and has a sliding latch that is able to connect to a leg. A small table may be formed when the tray is removed from the support and has the leg attached.