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Patent GB-2183920-A (GB)
Title: Electromagnetic door seal
Inventor: FRIESE BERNHARD HUGO
IPC: H05K9/00
Filed: 1985-11-27
Abstract: A first L-shaped contact member 16 is connected to the door frame and a second such member 16 is connected to the door. A pair of primary contacts comprises a spring contact 20 having a resiliently displaceable portion 27 supported at both ends, and an end face 25a of the first contact member. As the door is closed the end face 25a approaches the displaceable portion 27 in a substantially perpendicular direction to make sealing contact. The seal includes a pair of secondary contacts comprising a spring contact 24 having a resiliently displaceable portion 27, and an end face 18a of the second contact member, the sealing contacts serving to screen the primary contacts from a screened area. The contact pressure can be varied by adjustment of the second contact member 16. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2186484-A (GB)
Title: Skin cream preparation
Inventor: BROWN CONSTANCE JEAN
IPC: A61K8/92
Filed: 1986-02-07
Abstract: A cream preparation for application to the skin comprises a goat or ewe cream, glycerine (glycerol), white paraffin and the volatile oil of one or more of a group of plants including rose, coconut and rosemary and plant blossom including apple and orange, mixed in such proportions as to provide a substance of creamy consistency. Optionally active ingredients such as comfrey or celandine may be present and the cream then becomes useful in treating skin allergies and complaints.
Patent GB-2174557-A (GB)
Title: Electrical plug disabler
Inventor: WILSON ROBERT BROOKS
IPC: H01R13/60
Filed: 1986-03-24
Abstract: A fitment for the purpose of preventing at least one of the terminals or pins, of an electrical plug from complete or partial, insertion into a receivable electrical socket, whereby any electrical appliance, to which the plug is connected, will be rendered unconnectible with an electrical current, delivered by that socket.
Patent GB-2190701-A (GB)
Title: Stay arm
Inventor: HARDAKER DAVID CHARLES
IPC: E05C17/18
Filed: 1986-04-22
Abstract: This invention relates to a locking device for securing windows. The locking device 10 includes a casement stay arm which comprises an outer body 12 and an inner slider 14 housed in said outer body. The outer body is provided with a series of holes and the inner slider is provided with a series of corresponding elongated slots. The inner slider is spring biassed with respect to the outer body and is able to be moved longitudinally thereof to bring the holes and slots into and out of register so as to engage a peg 34 fixed to the window frame. The peg is provided with a notch 38 therein with which a slot of the inner slider engages thereby locking the openable portion of the window frame in the desired position. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2184940-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to luggage cases
Inventor: JENKS KENNETH WILLIAM
IPC: A45C7/00
Filed: 1986-12-31
Abstract: A collapsible luggage case of rectangular box form has a lid (2) and a body (1) having top and bottom wall panels (19 and 3) of soft sheet material. The body also has a circumferential wall (4) of sheet material. Stiffening means applied to the body comprises a rectangular stiffening frame around the mouth (5) of the body, a parallel stiffening frame (8) peripherally of the bottom panel, corner stiffeners (14) removably located in pockets (13) provided around the front two corners of the circumferential wall, and a back stiffener (15) releasably located along the back portion of the circumferential wall. The case may be collapsed to bring the top and bottom panels close together by removing the corner stiffeners from their pockets and releasing the back stiffener from its operative position. The lid may also have a stiffening frame. Preferably the frames are of wire and are contained in piping (6, 9). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2197806-A (GB)
Title: Automatic apparatus for the production of stationary contacts for electromagnetic relays
Inventor: GIORDANINO PIERO
IPC: H01H11/04
Filed: 1987-03-11
Abstract: A strip (12), on which a succession of contacts (1) has been made by prepunching, is conveyed to a first operating unit (10) for checking the presence of the strip. A second operating unit (16) feeds contact points (5) from a container along a guide to a third operating unit (18) which picks them up by a pivoting arm and places them in holes (4) provided on the contacts (1). A fourth operating unit (20) with upper and lower dies rivets the contact points (5) to the strip (12) and a fifth operating unit (24) advances the strip (12) by predetermined steps. A sixth operating unit (26) checks the presence of the contact points (5) on the contact (1) and a seventh operating unit (28) has upper and lower dies to bend contact pins (3) arranged at one end of the contact (1). The described apparatus is particularly useful for high speed production of stationary contacts. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2194444-A (GB)
Title: Vibrating massage device
Inventor: FURGUSON DAVID HENRY
IPC: A61H23/04
Filed: 1987-05-21
Abstract: A portable vibratory massage device comprises a rigid sheet (1) to which is connected an electric motor (2). Vibrations are produced by an eccentric weight (3) connected to a shaft (5) of the motor (2). To enhance the vibratory action the sheet (1) overlays a cushioned resilient pad (4). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2196703-A (GB)
Title: A support element for a vehicle wheel
Inventor: COLANZI FRANCO
IPC: F16C19/34
Filed: 1987-09-30
Abstract: There is described a support element for a vehicle wheel, particularly adapted to be used in a suspension for connection of the wheel to the strut thereof; the support element is substantially constituted by a bearing the respective inner and outer rings of which are both provided with respective facing radially outer flanges by means of which they are connectable on one side to the wheel and on the opposite side to the suspension strut, and the rolling bodies of which are constituted by conical rollers disposed adjacent one another to form a single ring with their axes alternately disposed at 90 DEG  to one another.
Patent GB-2197420-A (GB)
Title: Pipe repair collar
Inventor: BASSETT DAVID EDGE
IPC: F16L55/17
Filed: 1987-11-11
Abstract: A pipe repair collar has semi-cylindrical shells (12) bolted together round a fractured pipe or pipe ends (23A, 23B) of different diameter, and split gland rings (22) urging gland packings (18) into rebates, each of which has a first cylindrical portion (30), a frustoconical portion (31), a second cylindrical portion (32), and an annular shoulder (33), whereby the gland packings (18) can take up positions suitable for sealing on pipe portions (23A, 23B) within the range of diameters that can be accommodated, the second cylindrical portion (32) and the annular shoulder (33) in each rebate ensuring that the gland packings are not dislodged into the interior of the collar. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2206222-A (GB)
Title: Controlling cooking time
Inventor: HAWLEY ARTHUR DEREK
IPC: F24C3/12
Filed: 1988-04-08
Abstract: In a cooking oven 1 in which the output of a food probe 2 inserted in a food item 3 is compared with a preset temperature to determine when the food item is cooked, there is provided means such as a microprocessor 7 to predict the time at which the food will be cooked. Repeated measurements are made of the food probe temperature to estimate when the pre-set temperature will be reached. This information is used to control the cooking means 5 to finish the cooking at a preset end time programmed in by the user. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2220139-A (GB)
Title: Mounting pictures to produce a domed surface
Inventor: TILLEY COLIN BARRY
IPC: G03C11/14
Filed: 1988-07-02
Abstract: A picture such as a photographic print is formed to a concave/convex configuration for aesthetic reasons by fixing the flat print to a flat sheet or mount with an interposed adhesive, the assembly then being press formed between heated matched dies to provide the curvature. The heating prevents unsatisfactory results due to air bubbles. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2212876-A (GB)
Title: Tensioning device
Inventor: THOMPSON EDWARD
IPC: B60P7/08
Filed: 1988-11-24
Abstract: A tensioning device for use in cargo handling and transportation comprises a pair of pulleys (14, 16) adapted to be connected in line with cargo retaining means. The pulleys (12, 14) are connected by a run of webbing (20). A ratchet (24) is located at one of the pulleys (12) in the webbing run. Operation of the ratchet (24) draws the webbing (20) therethrough thus drawing the pulleys (12, 14) closer together and applying a tension to the cargo retaining means. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2215612-A (GB)
Title: Safety cover for syringe needle
Inventor: ANTHONY NORELLI ROBERT
IPC: A61M5/34
Filed: 1989-02-08
Abstract: A syringe needle safety cover includes a pair of jaw members pivotally mounted in diametric sides of a syringe barrel to move between a closed position, wherein the jaws are longitudinally abutting, and an open position. A groove in each jaw cooperates to form a tubular aperture between the jaws into which the needle is encased. In one embodiment, the jaws are attached to a barrel of a syringe. In a second embodiment, the jaws are attached to an adapter which fits between a conventional syringe and a conventional needle. In a third embodiment, the jaws are attached to the base of a needle, and may be connected to any conventional syringe. The jaws are provided with locking clips which lock the jaws together around the needle. Another embodiment of the invention provides a fluid-tight safety cover by the insertion of a split gasket-type seal, one portion of the gasket being attached to each jaw. The gasket material is compressible, such that it will surround a portion of the needle and seal fluids into the tubular aperture. A mechanical actuator may be provided for any one of the embodiments of the invention, and includes a pair of lever arms which are connected at one end to each jaw and at the other end to an actuator bar. The actuator bar is thumb-actuated, and moves along the syringe barrel, causing the jaws to open, or close, depending upon the direction of movement of the actuator bar.
Patent GB-2219370-A (GB)
Title: Readily disconnectible pipe coupling
Inventor: RUSSELL ALISTAIR
IPC: F16L55/10
Filed: 1989-06-02
Abstract: The invention relates to a quick-release coupling for use to reduce spillage where pipes are to be disconnected without first being drained. The coupling comprises two members (2, 34) each defining a through-flow passage for liquid when coupled and closing the passage simultaneously in each member by means of a valve head portion (22, 58) seating against a valve seat portion (26, 60 respectively). The valve head portion (22) in the first coupling member (2) is spring-biased into its closed position and held open by the projection of the opened valve head portion (58) from the second coupling member (34) into the bore of the first coupling member (2). Relative movement between the two members (2, 34) causes a cam arrangement (52, 54) to operate to withdraw the valve head (58) into its closed condition within the second coupling member (34) so that the first valve head (22) returns to its closed condition under the influence of the spring (24). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2221053-A (GB)
Title: Spatial light modulators
Inventor: MIDWINTER JOHN EDWIN
IPC: G02F1/017
Filed: 1989-06-02
Abstract: An optically addressable spatial light modulator comprises an electrically conducting dielectric mirror 3 with a phototransistor array 1 at one face and a semiconductor light modulator 2 at the other face. The light modulator may be a quantum well structure or a bulk semiconductor Franz-Keldysh modulator. The spatial light modulator is preferably formed of layers of gallium arsenide and gallium aluminium arsenide. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2223322-A (GB)
Title: "Automatic exposure operating apparatus for a camera"
Inventor: AKIMOTO KAZUO
IPC: G03B7/10
Filed: 1989-08-17
Abstract: An automatic focus/exposure operation apparatus for a camera comprising a control circuit (23); a motor (21) driven by the control circuit (23); a drive member (6) driven by the motor (21); lens focussing means (not shown) and blade opening and closing means (6b, 6c, 7a, 7b, 9a, 10a) movement of each of which is effected, directly or indirectly by the drive member (6); means (7, 17) for holding the lens focussing means at the end of a focussing operation; means (25) for determining whether there is an error in the position at which the lens focussing means is so held; and means (27, 28) for moving the drive member (6) so as to correct any such error. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2230671-A (GB)
Title: Modulation of adjacent channels
Inventor: THOMAS NEIL EDWIN
IPC: H03C3/00
Filed: 1989-10-20
Abstract: Apparatus for synthesising a composite signal 53 which has spaced first and second frequency channels of which each has an independently predetermined power, the power of the first channel being substantially below that of the second, and each channel being frequency modulated by an independent signal, the apparatus comprising an arrangement 51 responsive to the independent signals and to representations of the said powers and to the channel spacing to generate a composite modulation signal, and a single, high purity radio frequency source 52 connected for modulation by the output of the composite modulation signal-generator 51 to produce the composite signal 53. The composite modulation signal e.g. F.M. signal may be obtained in an analogue manner, in digital arrangements including ROM look-up table or a digital signal processor. The composite modulated signal may be used for testing adjacent channel rejection of radio receivers. Frequency spacing and relative power of the two channels may be controlled by inputs at 54. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2238120-A (GB)
Title: Corrosion monitoring using a piezo-electric crystal on a solid probe
Inventor: KEIGHLEY D M
IPC: G01N29/07
Filed: 1989-10-21
Abstract: An on-line corrosion monitoring apparatus comprises a thickness measuring probe having a piezo-electric crystal 7 bonded to a stainless steel stud 4. The stud 4 is threaded or grooved, 5 to reduce noise and it can have a slot 6 to produce a first echo signal. The stud is welded to equipment 3 under test and the crystal is connected via a cable 9 to a monitoring device. A second echo signal is produced by reflection from an inner surface 10 of the equipment 3 and corrosion on the surface 10 is detected by changes in the time interval between first and second echo signals. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2225642-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to testing materials subject to thermal radiation
Inventor: PATERSON JOHN RICHARD
IPC: C21D1/34
Filed: 1989-12-01
Abstract: The burning behaviour of material (4) subjected to incident thermal radiation is investigated by locating the material at one of the focal points of an elliptical reflector (2) and subjecting it to radiation (3) reflected from a source (1) located at the other focal point. The environment surrounding the material is controlled and the changes occurring when the material is irradiated are observed and/or measured. The entire apparatus may be provided with a glass cover 8, or the test material 4 alone may be provided with a glass cover 10. Pipes 9 or 11 allow the atmosphere surrounding material 4 to be controlled. The material 4 may be subjected to pulses of radiation and the loss in weight of the material may be measured. Wind effects the effect of particles impinging on the material 4 and the effect of other substances located adjacent the material may be investigated. Breakdown gases may be analysed and the reaction kinetics measured. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-899638-A (GB)
Abstract: 899,638. Electrolytic capacitors. STANDARD TELEPHONES & CABLES Ltd. Jan. 13, 1961 [Jan. 16, 1960], No. 1556/61. Class 37. A tantalum capacitor is made by insulating a sintered block of tantalum 1 in the region of an attached anode lead-out wire 2 with silicone rubber 8 to prevent the local adsorption of a manganese nitrate solution into which the assembly is dipped. The mixed manganese oxides and hydroxides produced by treatment with ammonia gas are then heated in the presence of oxygen to 150‹ to 250‹ C. to produce a semiconductor layer of manganese dioxide 5 without deleteriously affecting the rubber insulation. A graphite layer 6 is sprayed with metal 7, which forms the cathode. Specification 899,637 is referred to.
Patent GB-2240601-A (GB)
Title: Band gun
Inventor: SHIAU HUEY-WEN
IPC: B25B25/00
Filed: 1990-02-06
Abstract: A band gun comprises, in the channel at the front of the gun casing, a slide block 4 in which a blade 7 is located, a rod 44 extending rearwardly from the block normally pivoting a toothed trigger member 35, against a spring 34, out of engagement with the serrated underside of the surplus band 101. Actuation of the handle 31 causes ratchet-type feed of the band rearwards by the member 35, a toothed member 8 preventing its return, until the band is taut about the wires 9 and the band head 10 abuts the slide block 4. Further triggering action causes the head to push the block rearwards, raising a ball 72 from a seat 111 in the casing which moves the blade 7 through a cutting stroke. Springs 71, 6 return the parts on final release of the trigger. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2250122-A (GB)
Title: Rotary displays
Inventor: BUTLER EDWARD MAURICE PEARCE
IPC: G09F15/00
Filed: 1990-10-01
Abstract: A rotary display has a plurality of parallel vanes of triangular cross-section which are synchronously driven in a step-wise manner to provide three display surfaces. At least one vane 10 is provided on at least one of its individual faces 12 with means for receiving and displaying lettering or other display indicia. To this end the vane face is formed by opposed longitudinally-extending guide slots 20, 22 which are formed by lugs 21, 23 at the corners of the vane. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2240565-A (GB)
Title: Support for a cutting bit
Inventor: O'NEILL MICHAEL L
IPC: E21C35/19
Filed: 1990-12-20
Abstract: A support for a cutting bit (12) having an extended shank (24) is provided on a rotatable cutting drum and includes a bit holder (18) having an upper body portion (40) and a shank portion (42), and a generally rectangular mounting base (20) having rear (80), side (74, 75) and front (73) members. The upper body of the bit holder includes a bore (60) for receiving the cutting bit shank and upper rear abutment surfaces (56) perpendicular to the bit axis. The shank of the bit holder has a lower rear abutment surface (53) having horizontal and vertical areas and a threaded bore (66) which extends into the shank intermediate the upper (56) and lower (53) abutment surfaces. The roar portion of the mounting base includes upper abutment surfaces (82, 83) perpendicular to the bit axis and a lower abutment surface (74a, 75a) having horizontal and vertical areas. A draw bolt (94) passes through the rear portion of the mounting base and serves to draw the upper and lower abutment surfaces of the bit holder and mounting base, respectively, into engagement. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2239254-A (GB)
Title: Disazo pigment prepared in new modified form
Inventor: GOLDMANN JURGEN
IPC: C09B67/10
Filed: 1990-12-20
Abstract: The disazo pigment of formula I   <IMAGE> is prepared in a new modified form having the following CIELAB values:     L* = 82.55   a* = 11.53   b* = 90.49   C* = 91.22 and   H* = 82.74. by 2:1 coupling of diazotised dimethyl 2-aminoterephthalate with a suspension of 1,4-bis(acetoacetylamino)benzene obtained by precipitating an alkaline solution thereof, e.g. by addition of acid; whereafter the pigment is preferably heated with an organic solvent (e.g. DMF) at 80-150 DEG C for 1-5 hours. The modified form of (I) has a greener nuance, improved heat and light stability, and better dispersibility in polyolefins. It may be applied to various polymeric materials.
Patent GB-2241912-A (GB)
Title: Pressure-operated power wrench
Inventor: BEUKE KARL
IPC: B25B21/00
Filed: 1991-01-14
Abstract: The wrench has an annular member 14 rotatably supported within a head-piece 10. Member 14 is rotated by a ratchet lever 18 which is actuated by a hydraulic piston 40 which has a first piston face 45 and a second piston face 47 arranged coaxially thereto. When the load is small, only the first piston face 45 is pressurized. When this pressure exceeds a limit value, a back-check valve 57 is opened whereby the second piston face 47 is also pressurized. In alternative embodiments a two-part piston arrangement is used, and both parts are pressurised during operation but one part is prevented from moving unless a limit pressure is exceeded. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2241416-A (GB)
Title: Automatic change of character size to suit display resolution
Inventor: TAKEBE HIDEHARU
IPC: G09G5/26
Filed: 1991-01-24
Abstract: In a text display system the number of lines in the display device is sensed and the size of character used to form a page of text is selected 7 such that a page of text entirely fills the display area. In this way application programs are easily portable between systems having displays of different resolutions. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2241763-A (GB)
Title: Chain belt for scraper chain conveyor
Inventor: BRAUN GERT
IPC: B65G19/24
Filed: 1991-01-29
Abstract: A chain belt (1) for scraper chain conveyors of the type consisting of a round link chain having vertical links (2), horizontal links (3) and scrapers (4) attached to selected horizontal links (3) at prescribed spacings, with scraper noses (5) on the scrapers (4) engaging in the associated horizontal links (3), characterized in that the outer radius (r) of the end loops (7) of the vertical links (2) is reduced by a prescribed amount, relative to the internal radius (R) of arcuate or cap-shaped recesses (8) in the scraper noses (5). This provides a certain clearance for movement, which ensures unconstrained movement of the scrapers (4) round sprockets and more particularly into the upper-run guides (10) of the scraper chain conveyor. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2250947-A (GB)
Title: Stone cutting and polishing machine
Inventor: MARTOS MARIA DOLORES MARIN
IPC: B28D1/04
Filed: 1991-03-18
Abstract: A stone cutting and polishing machine has a frame 1 provided with legs 2 supporting a platform 3 hinged on a longitudinal axis 4 to move between a near-vertical position for the reception of the stone and a horizontal operating position. Longitudinal guides 10 along the edge of the bed 3 allow a bridge 11 to move under the drive of a motor 12. A head moves transversely across the bridge 11 and carries a cutting head 22 and polishing head 23 which can be caused to approach the stone on the bed by means of hydraulic cylinders and the cutting head can be turned between a longitudinal and a transverse position under the control of a pneumatic cylinder 26. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2244312-A (GB)
Title: Turbocharging assembly with controllable air-charge compressors for an internal-combustion engine
Inventor: SUDMANNS HANS
IPC: F02B37/013
Filed: 1991-05-23
Abstract: Air-change compressors (16, 17) are in permanent driving connection with an exhaust-driven turbine (15) which cannot be cut out during operating periods of the internal-combustion engine. The control of the operating condition (no-load delivery or delivery operation) of each air-charge compressor (16, 17) is effected by a change-over device (20) controlling the pressure connection. To improve the efficiency of the turbocharging assembly (12) the power absorption of whichever air-charge compressor (16, 17) has just been adjusted to no-load delivery is minimised by controlling the fluid mass throughput of (for example) "recirculated" air or turbine exhaust gas (eg. Figs. 3, 4) through that compressor. Devices (29, 30) of the compressors (16, 17) enable the direction of air flow to the rotors to be controlled to impart one of counter-swirl, no-swirl or co-swirl to the air entering the rotor. <IMAGE>