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Patent GB-2398011-A (GB)
Title: Alignment device for use in orthapaedic surgery
Inventor: WOZENCROFT ROBERT MICHAEL
IPC: A61B17/15
Filed: 2003-02-04
Abstract: An alignment device for use in the course of orthopaedic surgery on a patient knee, comprising an elongate first member for attachment to a lower leg or a patient below the knee, an elongate second member pivotally attached adjacent the first elongate member allowing pivotal movement in an anterior-posterior plane, further having locking means for locking the elongate second member at an angle relative to the first elongate member. Also disclosed are a tibia area guide, a surgical tool for implantation of a knee prosthesis, a tibial area guide insertion tool, a femur jig having a medial fin for receipt in an anterior-posterior slot cut in the femur, a femur jig having a slot for receiving a saw blade, a femur jig insertion tool, a femoral implant insertion tool, a tibial implant insertion tool and a method of surgery.
Patent GB-2399775-A (GB)
Title: Preparation of a zeolite molecular sieve.
Inventor: JASRA RAKSH VIR
IPC: C01B39/02
Filed: 2003-03-28
Abstract: A method for the preparation of a molecular sieve comprises activating a commercially available zeolite, cooling the activated zeolite in a desiccator, treating the cooled zeolite with tetra-alkyl ortho-silicate dissolved in a dry solvent, recovering the solvent, drying the treated zeolite, heating the dried zeolite, cooling the heated zeolite, activating the cooled zeolite and then measuring the adsorption of oxygen, nitrogen and argon by the zeolite. The solvent may comprise toluene, benzene, xylene, cyclohexane or the like. The zeolite molecular sieve is particularly suited to the separation of oxygen, nitrogen and argon from a mixture.
Patent GB-2403607-A (GB)
Title: Electrical T connector
Inventor: HOOPER KEVIN
IPC: H01R4/18
Filed: 2003-07-02
Abstract: An electrical T connector has a plastic insulating cover and inlet holes 1 where three wires can be inserted. The wires are crimped in place at sites 2 on the metal inner section to connect the three wires. The connector can be used in a vehicle.
Patent GB-2406240-A (GB)
Title: Baby monitoring system
Inventor: LEITCH PHILLIP
IPC: H04M11/04
Filed: 2003-09-04
Abstract: A transmitting unit 10 for a baby alarm system comprises means 30 for detecting sound in a local environment in which a child or baby is located, means 20,40 for determining whether a detected sound is significant, means 90 for storing two telephone numbers, and means 20,50 operable, in response to a significant sound, to automatically dial one of the numbers to instigate a telecommunications session with a remote receiver unit via a telecommunications network. If a call cannot be instigated with a first of the two telephone numbers, the system attempts to contact the second number. The user may set threshold levels for the volume and/or duration of sound which instigates dialling of the number(s). Dialling may also be triggered in response to additional sensors monitoring smoke, temperature and orientation of the child or baby. The transmitting unit may be connected to the telecommunications network via a PSTN connection or via a mobile telephone, in which case it may either be interfaced with the mobile telephone or may be integrated into a mobile telephone. In the mobile phone arrangement, discontinuous transmission mode (DTX) may be used to switch off radio transmission between speech pauses.
Patent GB-2406638-A (GB)
Title: Interferometric measurement apparatus and method
Inventor: AALDERS MAURICE CHRISTIAN GERA
IPC: A61B5/00
Filed: 2003-10-01
Abstract: The concentration of a chromophore corresponding to a physiological parameter of a new born baby is determined using an interferometric spectrometer. Parameters of interest include bilirubin, glucose and blood oxygen levels. A low-coherence light source is coupled to a beam splitter which delivers some light to the subject and some light to a reference arrangement. The returned light from each is recombined and delivered to a photodiode. The light received at the photodiode is spectrally analysed by a computer. A first spectrum is calculated from a signal received when the reference arrangement provides a first path length, the path length is then changed and a second spectrum is calculated. The variation of the spectrum at certain wavelengths is used to calculate the concentration of certain chromophores associated with that wavelength.
Patent GB-2398078-A (GB)
Title: Solvent
Inventor: MCCARTNEY DAVID
IPC: C11D3/20
Filed: 2003-11-12
Abstract: A solvent, effective for cleaning paintbrushes, and for cleaning off inks and markers, comprises a solution in water of a non-caustic alkali, a blend of ionic and non-ionic surfactants and a blend of water compatible organic solvents. The alkali may be an alkanolamine. The ionic surfactant may be a betaine. The nonionic surfactant may be an alkoxylated alcohol. The solvents may be a mixture of terpene and glycol ether.
Patent GB-2397758-A (GB)
Title: Portable expandable table with folding telescopic legs
Inventor: BUTTS JR KENNETH E
IPC: A47B3/091
Filed: 2003-12-19
Abstract: A portable expandable project plan table includes a table top 22 that is pivotally connected to a frame 24 having a generally truncated right triangular prism shape. The table top is hinged to permit access to storage for drafting tools and papers within the frame and may be locked to prevent movement when the table is transported. The legs 30 of the table pivot between vertical for use and horizontal for transporting, and are designed to overlap in the folded position in a compact arrangement. Each leg is independently height adjustable, e.g. telescopic to permit, the table to be made level on uneven surfaces, and wheel 54 on each leg facilitate movement of the table in the open-for-use position. The table is constructed of durable materials to permit use out of doors or in adverse conditions. The table has an extra table top which is detachably coupled to the frame of the table (fig. 5).
Patent GB-2398000-A (GB)
Title: Device for locking the inclination of a seat back
Inventor: COSTAGLIA MASSIMO
IPC: A47C1/032
Filed: 2003-12-30
Abstract: A locking device for use with an office chair having a tilting seat 3 and a reclining seat back 4 coupled for movement via a compression spring arrangement 6, comprises: a rod 7 arranged coaxially with the compression spring 6 and which is pivotally fixed to the seat back 4 and slideably received by a support structure for the seat 3; and a manually operated pin 10 mounted to the support structure for the seat and which is arranged perpendicularly to the rod 7 such that it may selectively engage one of a number of holes 72 situated along the rod to lock the position of the rod relative to the support structure, thereby adjusting the inclination of the seat back 4 relative to the seat 3. The pin 10 is moved by a cable operated lever [80, Figure 1]. The cable [14, Figure 1] is preferably moved by a button. Also disclosed is an office chair provided with the locking device.
Patent GB-2412192-A (GB)
Title: Function calling mechanism
Inventor: BUTCHER DAVID JOHN
IPC: G06F9/318
Filed: 2004-03-18
Abstract: A data processing system 2 is provided which includes an instruction decoder 18 responsive to a handler branch instruction HLB, HBLP which includes an index value field to calculate a handler pointer in dependence upon a handler base address HBA and the index value field and then to branch to that handler pointer position. A handler program 24, 26 at the branch target is then executed following which a return is made to an address following the handler branch instruction using a link address value stored when the handler branch instruction was executed.
Patent GB-2412561-A (GB)
Title: Preparation of meat patties
Inventor: MCDONNELL DECLAN ARTHUR
IPC: A23L13/40
Filed: 2004-03-30
Abstract: A process for preparing meat patties comprises the steps of delivering blocks of meat products at a temperature of approximately -4{C along a conveyor; coarse grinding the block of meat product to a size of from 25 to 30mm; mincing the ground pieces of meat to a size of from 5 to 6mm; and blending the minced meat with added ingredients such as spices and flavouring. The blended minced meat is conveyed to a former in which rows of minced meat patties are formed such that the patties in each row are staggered across the width of a former lead-out conveyor. The formed patties are led through a freezer to freeze the patties to a pattie temperature of about -18{C. The frozen patties are stacked; and the stacks of patties are packaged.
Patent GB-2406406-A (GB)
Title: Storage system and storage controller
Inventor: TAMURA KEISHI
IPC: G06F12/08
Filed: 2004-04-15
Abstract: The invention consists of a storage system constructed by connecting 1<st> and 2<nd> storage controllers. The 1<st> controller has at least 1 logic unit accessed by a host device, and at least 1 intermediate memory hierarchies arranged to connect the logic unit(s) to at least 1 memory device, and at least one of the intermediate memory hierarchies is connected to a memory device in the 2<nd> storage system. There are further claims relating to the method of obtaining path information for the route to the 2<nd> storage system, and mapping it to the internal memory hierarchy. Also, the system verifies that a plurality of alternate paths to the 2<nd> storage system do, in fact, reach the 2<nd> storage system. This is achieved by first reading data from the plurality of paths, writing back alternate data, and then rereading from the paths. If the data read back from a path is the alternate data, then it is confirmed that that path leads to the 2<nd> storage system.
Patent GB-2413792-A (GB)
Title: Drink container with angled valve member
Inventor: CHENG HUEI-FEN
IPC: B65D47/00
Filed: 2004-05-07
Abstract: A drink container includes a container 1, a lid 3 joined to an upper opening of the container, and a drip prevention element 2; the lid has a sucking portion 31 for allowing a person to suck on to draw out drink contents of the container with the mouth; the lid is formed with a passage 35 for allowing drink contents of the container to pass through; the drip prevention element 2 is arranged in the passage of the lid to block the passage when there is no external sucking force exerted on the sucking portion, and which can bend to effect opening of the passage when there is external sucking force exerted on the sucking portion; thus, liquid contents can't drip through the lid in case the drink container falls over. The valve member 21 is arranged at an angle to the lid passage so that suction causes it to bend away therefrom allowing flow therethrough. When the suction is released, the valve member returns and low pressure in the container causes the valve member to bend the other way allowing fluid to return to the container.
Patent GB-2397041-A (GB)
Title: Automated machine control gap for conical fluid dynamic bearing ECM grooving
Inventor: COCHRAN DUSTIN A
IPC: B23H3/10
Filed: 2002-11-07
Abstract: In one aspect of the invention, the gap defined between the electrode and the workpiece is automatically adjusted in response to the pressure of the inflow of the electrolyte. Apparatus for ECM grooving of a workpiece is provided comprising a weighted or biased electrode (416) which is mounted to automatically adjust the gap (420) between the electrode and the workpiece (400) in response to the pressure of the electrolyte inflow, with current flow rate being held constant. The female portion of a dual cone or single cone work piece is supported on a frame or platen, with the cone opening facing an axis which we shall designate the Z-axis. A slide electrode assembly (416) is provided, preferably working along an axis which coincides with the central axis for the conical workpiece. The electrode assembly comprises a static element which supports the dynamic elements of the electrode assembly, and a dynamic element which comprises a electrode weighted or biased by a known mass and movable along the Z-axis. The electrode includes, on a face (418) which will be aligned across a machining gap (420) from the workpiece (428) a pattern of grooves which are to be defined on the workpiece; The pattern comprises conductive elements so that the necessary current flow between the workpiece and the electrode can be established. As the electrolyte is pumped into or through the machining gap between the workpiece and the dynamic electrode at a constant static pressure, the dynamic electrode reacts to the pressure by moving toward or away from the workpiece to establish a certain gap width to create the necessary groove depth and definition. The force acting on the electrode slide assembly (416) is the primary controlling factor for establishing the machining gap as the electrode and dynamic support move in response to the constant static pressure of pumped electrolyte.
Patent GB-2397770-A (GB)
Title: Disposable absorbent article
Inventor: KIMBERLY-CLARK WORLDWIDE INC
IPC: A61F13/42
Filed: 2002-06-27
Abstract: A disposable absorbent article for personal wear has a generally liquid permeable liner adapted for contiguity with the wearer's skin, and an outer cover. An absorbent body lies between the liner and the outer cover for absorbing liquid body waste. A surge layer lies between the liner and the absorbent body for receiving liquid body waste penetrating the liner and for subsequently releasing liquid body waste to the absorbent body. The surge layer has an inner surface, an outer surface generally facing the absorbent body and an opening extending from its inner surface toward its outer surface. A flow control layer between the liner and the absorbent body at least retards the flow of liquid body waste from the surge layer opening to the absorbent body to facilitate a prolonged feeling of wetness against the wearer's skin upon the release of liquid body waste into said article.
Patent GB-2405189-A (GB)
Title: Liquid dispensing valve
Inventor: LEVEY KENNETH R
IPC: F16K31/60
Filed: 2004-06-03
Abstract: A liquid dispensing valve (10) has a valve stem (16) including a head (42) operable in an outlet (24) for opening and closing the valve (10). A resilient bulb (60) connected to the stem (16) functions as a spring for operation of the valve. A lever (18) is used to depress the bulb (60) and move the valve stem (16). The valve stem is shaped to define a flow channel through the valve (10) which consolidates the liquid stream leaving the valve (10). Preferably the valve includes a lip (28) through which the defined liquid stream leaves the valve (10).
Patent GB-2398162-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for gaming using symbols movable in the plane of a display
Inventor: MCCLINTIC MONICA
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2002-12-03
Abstract: Methods of playing games of chance and gaming devices employing a plurality of symbol carriers, each symbol carrier bearing substantially continuously visible symbols. At least one symbol carried by each of the plurality of symbol carriers may be indicated at the end of a play sequence as a chosen symbol, by way of at least one individualized indicator. A combination of chosen symbols is randomly generated during play, and movement of the symbol carriers, indicators or both, as well as the results of play, are displayed on a video display or otherwise communicated to the player. Symbol carriers may perceptibly rotate about one or more points, translate, or otherwise move as part of the simulation. Further, a player may optionally configure parameters of the game such as symbol order, symbol carrier order, speed, rotation direction, colors, or other characteristics, as well as pay line configurations, prior to initiation of a play sequence.
Patent GB-2415578-A (GB)
Title: Restricting virus access to a network
Inventor: GRIFFIN JONATHAN
IPC: H04L12/26
Filed: 2004-06-23
Abstract: A method of restricting data communication to a network, the network is a plurality of data processors and a network communication element arranged to receive data communications originating outside the network, the method monitors data communication originating from outside the network and received at the network communication element and identifying the intended recipient data processor within the network of the received data communications; and determining if the identified intended recipient data processor has a corresponding entry on a record of network data processors and if not, adding a corresponding entry to the first record of network data processors and adding a corresponding entry to a second record of network data processors. The recipient data processor is identified by the address and port number. The time of receipt of communication is recorded. The record is removed after a given period. An alarm is initiated when the record number exeeds a given number. The alarm can notify a user and block communication.
Patent GB-2401765-A (GB)
Title: A method and system for controlling potentially harmful signals in a signal arranged to convey speech
Inventor: FISHER MICHAEL JOHN AMIEL
IPC: G10L25/78
Filed: 2003-03-13
Abstract: A method and system for controlling potentially harmful signals in a signal arranged to convey speech is described. The method includes the steps of establishing characteristics of the signal when it is conveying speech; monitoring the signal; and controlling the signal relative to the established characteristics.
Patent GB-2411215-A (GB)
Title: A control system allows a clutch to slip when a sudden braking event occurs
Inventor: TOBLER WILLIAM E
IPC: G06F19/00
Filed: 2005-01-19
Abstract: A control system, eg in a hybrid vehicle, limits reactive torque by slipping a clutch 72 between a powertrain 74 and vehicle wheels 68. The reactive torque is generated by a sudden stop or other sudden braking event, eg when an ABS system is actuated, and results in rapid changes in driveline inertia. A clutch pressure adjuster 114 is controlled by a system controller 76 which receives signals from various sensors 78-112 and alters the level at which the clutch 72 begins to slip so that the clutch 72 may respond to different vehicle events or operating conditions. In another embodiment the clutch 72 may have a preset value at which the clutch 72 slips when the reactive torque reaches the preset value, hence the clutch 72 is directly actuated and the system does not require the clutch pressure adjuster etc.
Patent GB-2418364-A (GB)
Title: Disposable medical skin electrode with multiple connection points
Inventor: LESOURD BONNIE BRINY
IPC: A61B5/296
Filed: 2005-09-21
Abstract: A disposable bio-medical electrode 10 suitable for application to a patient's skin for measuring bio-potentials for ECG, EEG and EMG use. The electrode has a triangular configuration resulting in multiple apex potions. The electrode has a multilayer substrate comprising an insulating layer 16 and conducting layer 14, with a conducting adhesive layer 12 to the conductive layer and facing the skin of a patient. The adhesive layer is shaped to reveal portions of the substrate at each apex to provide potential contact points (see fig 2 also) so that a connector 28 can attach a lead 26.
Patent GB-2418413-A (GB)
Title: Securing goods on pallets
Inventor: NEELD JONATHAN PETER
IPC: B65D19/38
Filed: 2005-09-22
Abstract: Preferably, the barrier comprises a floor and side walls which can be folded flat and the apparatus also comprises a roof 16 also with walls which can be folded flat. Preferably, the barrier has one or more pockets for the insertion of protective inserts. The inserts can be thermal insulation eg plastic bubble material laminated to a metallised film, cold gel packs, cushioning, X-ray or electromagnetic shielding, etc. Preferably the barrier is waterproof and flame retardant.
Patent GB-2431239-A (GB)
Title: A stoma bag including means for sensing when the bag has been filled
Inventor: HARRIS PAUL
IPC: G01F23/26
Filed: 2005-10-11
Abstract: A bag (e.g. a stoma bag) 1 comprising a means 10 for sensing movement of the opposing walls of the bag away from each other when the bag 1 has been filled to a predetermined height or volume. The sensing means 10 comprises a plurality of contacts 12 in the form of conductive strips which extend along part of the length of the bag 1. The conducting strips 12 are located on opposing portions of the inner walls of the bag 1 to detect when those opposing portions move away from each other.
Patent GB-2416654-A (GB)
Title: Control means for heat load in x-ray scanning apparatus
Inventor: MORTON EDWARD JAMES
IPC: G03B42/02
Filed: 2004-04-23
Abstract: An X-ray scanning apparatus comprises a number of multi-focus X-ray tubes (25) spaced around an axis X and arranged to emit X-rays through an object on the axis which are detected by sensors (52). Each tube (25) can emit X-rays from a plurality of source positions. In each scanning cycle, in which each of the source positions in each of the tubes is used once, the ordering of the positions used is arranged so as to minimize the thermal load on the tubes (25). This is achieved by ensuring that each source position is non-adjacent to the previously active one and the next active one.
Patent GB-2434280-A (GB)
Title: Local wireless transmission of AV signals
Inventor: CHANG AN-SHENG
IPC: H04N5/00
Filed: 2006-04-24
Abstract: A remote controller includes a first video/audio (AV) trans-receiving device and a second video/audio trans-receiving device. Wherein, the first AV trans-receiving device receives and packs a control command signal to be transmitted in wireless communication. The second AV trans-receiving device is coupled to a cable and communicated with the first AV trans-receiving device through the wireless communication. The second AV trans-receiving device receives a wireless control packet containing a control command signal. In addition, the second AV trans-receiving device selects the channel corresponding to an input-channel signal according to the control command signal, packs the channel that is selected by the user, and transmits it to the first AV trans-receiving device in the wireless communication. Finally, the first AV trans-receiving device receives a wireless AV packet that contains the selected channel to generate an output AV signal. This allows AV signals to be transmitted to multiple televisions throughout a home, without requiring additional cabling.
Patent GB-2438469-A (GB)
Title: An accessory tray for use with a scaffold system
Inventor: ATKINS JOSEPH BERNARD
IPC: E04G5/00
Filed: 2006-05-26
Abstract: An accessory tray, for use in connection with a scaffold tower, comprising a base 1 and four sides 2. One side 2e, referred to as the back, is extended upward and curved at a point 3 to form an engaging means for a horizontal scaffold pole or rail. The tray also has a bracket 4 for engaging with a vertical scaffold pole offering the tray support and stability. The tray may also be compartmented to form a storage section 5 to accept tools and accessories.
Patent GB-2438892-A (GB)
Title: Microengineered vacuum interface for an electrospray ionization system
Inventor: SYMS RICHARD
IPC: H01J3/18
Filed: 2006-06-08
Abstract: A planar component for interfacing an atmospheric pressure electrospray ionizer 507 to a vacuum system such as a mass spectrometer 502 is described. The component combines electrostatic optics with an internal chamber that can be filled with a gas at a prescribed pressure and is fabricated by lithography, etching and bonding of silicon. Separately patterned and etched semi-conductor layers are arranged in a stack, the orifices defined in each line-up to provide a channel through the component.