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Patent GB-2529618-A (GB)
Title: Powering submersed electrical devices
Inventor: AUSTIN JAMES LEONARD
IPC: H05K7/20
Filed: 2014-08-05
Abstract: An electrical device having at least one external, electrical power connector that is of platinum or plated with platinum is submersed in water 41. The water has an electrical conductivity of 5 x 10Â­Â­Â­-3 S/m or less. The water may serve as a coolant for the device and may be contained in a tank 4. The electrical device may be a computing device comprising a plurality of watertight, interengaging, modular computing units. Each of the computing units may have a housing, a data processor within the housing and at least one external electrical power connector connected to the data processor and provided on the housing. Each housing may present a plurality of facets, with external electrical power connectors arranged on different facets of the housing for the transfer of electrical power with adjacent modular computing units. Each of the computing units may interengage to form 3D clusters defining passages, or holes, 14a to allow for the flow of the water 41 as coolant.
Patent GB-2519405-A (GB)
Title: Refrigerant management in HVAC systems
Inventor: HARTFIELD JON PHILLIP
IPC: F28F13/18
Filed: 2012-09-26
Abstract: A method of refrigerant management in an evaporator of a HVAC chiller comprises causing refrigerant 14 to enter a volume present inside a shell 12 of an evaporator 10, and wetting outer surfaces of tubes 16 in a tube bundle with the refrigerant. The step of wetting comprises attaining a mist or spray flow of a refrigerant mixture through the interstitial volume of the shell including between outer surfaces of the tubes of the tube bundle. Spray flow is where droplets of liquid are carried up through the tube bundle to wet the tubes and where gas flow entrains the liquid droplets. The step of attaining a spray flow of the refrigerant comprises maintaining a target interstitial velocity of refrigerant flow suitable to attain the spray flow of refrigerant above a threshold interstitial velocity that does not attain the spray flow of refrigerant; and evaporating refrigerant inside the shell by way of heat transfer with a process fluid travelling through the tubes of the tube bundle and releasing evaporated refrigerant from the shell. Interstitial velocity is the velocity of the refrigerant between the tubes.
Patent GB-2521892-A (GB)
Title: Puzzle pet toy and treat dispenser
Inventor: CHRISTIANSON TRISTAN MICHAEL
IPC: A01K15/02
Filed: 2014-09-19
Abstract: A puzzle pet toy and treat dispenser comprises a motor assembly 500 having a power source (502, figure 15), at least one motor (503, figure 16), a printed circuit board, a power switch, an LED indicator and timing settings, a drive train, a clutch (505) and a driveshaft (508), an inner chamber 300 comprising a plurality of vertical walls (304, figure 6) dividing the inner chamber into separate containers each having a tangential wall having an opening (303), a drum aperture 400 comprising a vertical wall of substantially cylindrical shape having an opening (403, figure 11) and a base having a drive shaft aperture and a plurality of actuators on the external surface of the base, a lid 200 comprising a plurality of dividers (202, figure 4) on its internal surface aligned in use with the vertical walls of the inner chamber, a housing 101, 102 having a receptacle at its base for receiving the motor assembly and comprising at least one opening 103 to allow treats to be dispensed and external chamber formed by the internal surface of the housing and the external surface of the drum aperture. Also disclosed is a method of use.
Patent GB-2531803-A (GB)
Title: Digital accessory interface
Inventor: WILLEM ZWART
IPC: H04L5/18
Filed: 2014-10-31
Abstract: A method for transferring data between devices over a half-duplex wired communications link comprises, in each of a plurality of frames, transferring a synchronization data pattern in a first direction, transferring first payload data in the first direction, transferring second payload data in a second direction opposite to the first direction, and transferring control data. The format of the frame is such that, irrespective of whether the control data is transferred in the first direction or in the second direction, there is only one pair of reversals of a direction of data transfer in each frame. By thus constraining the order of the sync symbols, control symbols and payload data up and down, a single symbol slot may be adequate to accommodate a maximum transmission delay between devices and back again so that overhead or dead time can be avoided when changing transmission direction.
Patent GB-2527625-A (GB)
Title: Composition
Inventor: CONSTANTINE MARK
IPC: A61Q19/10
Filed: 2015-02-04
Abstract: A solid cosmetic product comprising (i) an inner non effervescent material comprising at least a colouring and a solid carrier material, wherein the solid carrier material is a powder, wherein the non-effervescent material does not effervesce on contact with water; (ii) an outer effervescent material, wherein the effervescent material is capable of effervescence on contact with water, wherein the outer effervescent material envelops the inner non-effervescent material. Also disclosed is a method for the preparation of such solid compositions.
Patent GB-2539003-A (GB)
Title: A method and apparatus for managing connections in a communication network
Inventor: PATRICK MCGLEENON
IPC: H04L45/74
Filed: 2015-06-03
Abstract: A method for transmitting higher layer 7 messages such as HTTP and FTP protocols, over a lower layer 4 TCP protocol is disclosed. Packets may be transmitted from a client device 2 to an intermediate node 6 before being transmitted to a server 10, for example. The reverse is also possible. TCP sockets associated with ports at the client device and server represent communications endpoints. TCP breaks up higher layer (HTTP) messages into packets or segments that are transmitted and re-assembled when received. The application uses an HTTP proxy server 12 to revalue packet header values on the basis of prior header values. A third and fourth endpoint are associated with the server. This maintains the semantics of end to end connection such as sequence and acknowledgement numbers.
Patent GB-2540152-A (GB)
Title: A method, an apparatus and a computer program code for data pressing
Inventor: LIXIN FAN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2015-07-07
Abstract: A method comprising receiving a user input, the user input comprising at least a location on a space and a radius; determining a level of detail for the space by means of the radius; executing a nearest neighbour search for the location by determining a Hamming distance having a pre-determined value, which Hamming distance is determined between Gray codes relating to the location and the radius; providing results of the nearest neighbour search for the user.
Patent GB-2538111-A (GB)
Title: Line control device and line control method
Inventor: TAKUMI FUSHIKI
IPC: B61L27/00
Filed: 2014-02-28
Abstract: The present invention addresses the problem of deciding a line control order while taking into consideration the state of on-site equipment such as a switch stand. To solve this problem, the line control device is characterized in being provided with: a storage unit for storing train diagram information including information about train diagrams and delay times, train detail information indicating the line on which each of the trains is to advance, train line information indicating the predicted times when the trains will enter predetermined lines, and line switch stand information correlating the control states of each of the lines and the state of the switch stand at that time; and a calculation processor for executing a process for determining the predicted times when the trains will enter the predetermined lines and storing the times in the train line information, a process for determining the state of the switch stand when a preceding train enters a predetermined line and finding whether or not there is another train line conflicting with the state of the switch stand at that time, and a process for determining a standby time caused by the conflict and calculating a diagram delay time when there is another conflicting train.
Patent GB-2530408-A (GB)
Title: Thermostatic cartridge for controlling hot and cold fluids to be mixed
Inventor: DRABER MATTHIEU
IPC: G05D23/13
Filed: 2014-03-06
Abstract: This cartridge comprises a base (10), a fixed insert (20), a temperature control spool (30) for controlling the temperature of the mixture of hot and cold fluids, and a thermostatic element that moves the spool along an axis. The base delimits both an outlet opening (16) for the mixture, an inlet opening (14) for the cold fluid that supplies, via a first distribution channel (F4) for distributing the cold fluid around the spool, a passage (F3) delimited axially between the spool and the base, and an inlet opening (15) for the hot fluid that supplies, via a second distribution channel (C4) for distributing the hot fluid around the spool, a passage (C3) delimited axially between the spool and the insert. In order for the base to be simple and economical to produce, while promoting the flow of high fluid flow rates through same, the invention proposes closing, axially towards the outlet opening, the first distribution channel by means of the spool and the second distribution channel by means of the insert.
Patent GB-2525571-A (GB)
Title: Systems and methods for radio frequency identification device management
Inventor: JONES NICHOLAUS A
IPC: G06Q10/08
Filed: 2014-03-13
Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to inventory and radio frequency identification (RFID) device management. As described herein, RFID tags and readers can be utilized to implement one or more processes for identifying misplaced or orphaned products, configuring mode of integration used the RFID readers, determining a location of the RFID readers, or any combination thereof.
Patent GB-2544110-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for treating fabric
Inventor: DAVID MACFARLANE
IPC: F26B13/00
Filed: 2015-11-06
Abstract: A drying station for fabric comprising an infrared emitter 50 moveable in a predetermined way in order to span and successively dry a width of fabric. Preferably, the emitter can be directed away from the fabric, in a direction collinear to the drying motion, to avoid scorching. A treatment station 40 comprising a moveable nozzle to span and successively impregnate fabric with a treatment chemical. Preferably, the chemical penetration distance is controlled and lies between 10% and 90% of the thickness of the fabric. Preferably, a plurality of nozzles spray a different chemical. Preferably, a cleaning station 20 operates continuously to remove debris and a dancing roller 20 makes fabric movement intermittent, and is treated and dried in a cyclical stationary state. Preferably, each station is aligned and automatically receives fabric. Preferably, inkjet printing occurs after drying. Preferably, drying and treatment zones can lie outside edges of fabric. Preferably, fabric is unsupported in spraying zone.
Patent GB-2546469-A (GB)
Title: Support apparatus and method for human or animal extremity
Inventor: ALISON LOUISE JERRARD
IPC: A61D3/00
Filed: 2015-11-18
Abstract: The support apparatus for supporting a human or animal extremity, such as a hand or foot, includes a surface 12 for supporting the extremity, and a holder 14 to accommodate a bottle or container of treatment fluid, such as nail polish or varnish. The support apparatus may be used in pedicures and may be wedge shaped. The holder 14 and surface 12 may be integral. The holder 14 may be in the form of a recess in the support apparatus with an opening at the side of the surface 12. A channel 16 for holding spilt fluid may be provided, potentially near the holder 14 and possibly extending around part or all of the surface 12. The support apparatus may have an adjustable or conformable gripper (20, figure 2) to grip the bottle or container, which may be removable from the holder 14. Also disclosed is a method of using the support apparatus.
Patent GB-2540484-A (GB)
Title: Oxidation catalyst for a compression ignition engine
Inventor: ANDREW FRANCIS CHIFFEY
IPC: B01J23/63
Filed: 2014-05-16
Abstract: An oxidation catalyst for treating an exhaust gas from a compression ignition engine is disclosed. The catalyst consists of a substrate, a first washcoat region with palladium (Pd) and a first support material containing cerium oxide, and a second washcoat region comprising platinum (Pt) and a second support material. The second washcoat region may also contain palladium, where the mass of Pt may be greater than the mass of Pd. The second support material may comprise a refractory metal oxide such as alumina, silica, titania, zirconia, ceria or mixed or composite oxides. The second washcoat region may be disposed on the substrate, downstream of the first washcoat region. Alternatively the first washcoat later may be disposed or supported on the second washcoat layer. The first washcoat region palladium content may be less than 2% by weight, and preferably between 0.25 and 1.9 %. In the second washcoat region the platinum may br between 0.2 to 15 % by weight. Further aspects include an exhaust system, a vehicle comprising a compression ignition engine, a method of modulating the content of NOx and use of the oxidation catalysts.
Patent GB-2554890-A (GB)
Title: A seal assembly
Inventor: RODNEY COPLESTONE
IPC: F16L27/12
Filed: 2016-10-12
Abstract: A seal assembly 100 has a connector body 102 with first and second sections 172, 174 movable relative to one another. These sections each have an open end configured for receiving the free end of a pipe, each configured for sealing engagement their respective pipe. The seal assembly is movable between a first condition, in which the second section assumes a retracted position relative to the first section, and a second condition in which the second section assumes an extended position. A seal member is provides a seal between the first section and the second sections in both conditions. First and second adaptors 115 may be provided, each for association with a respective one of said sections of the connector body and configured for securing at the free end of a respective pipe. First and second mechanical interlock arrangements 104 may be provided, each for association with a respective one of said first and second adaptors, and each configured for driving the respective adaptor in the direction of the connector body. The adaptors may each have first 116 and second rings 118 with complementary tapers which drive the first ring radially into an outer surface of the pipe.
Patent GB-2544885-A (GB)
Title: Communication system and method
Inventor: DAVID SOPPELSA
IPC: G06T11/60
Filed: 2016-10-31
Abstract: A messaging system comprises a plurality of devices wherein a sending user device is arranged to transmit an image to one or more receiving user devices, wherein the image 100 comprises at least a part of the head of the sender extracted from a background. The system provides for something between a text message exchange and a video call. The message sender typically uses a camera in a device such as a smart phone, to capture a short video of themselves speaking. The cut-out head can appear on a recipient's desktop, conveniently as part of a messaging screen. Alternatively the recipient can open the rear-facing camera of their phone so that the head appears to float in their environment 112. Independent claims are also included for: determining the perimeter of a face or head; determining a user reaction; judging a user interaction to a first portion of content before deciding whether to play a second portion; generating a background mask, ascribing first and second alpha values and pairing frames.
Patent GB-2555833-A (GB)
Title: A tool and method for forming a composite component
Inventor: SCOTT BARBER
IPC: B29C70/42
Filed: 2016-11-11
Abstract: A tool 2 for forming a composite component having a main body 28, an integral flange 16, 18 and a transition region 30 there between, the tool 2 comprising: a body portion 32 having a lay-up surface; a flange-forming element 40 which is moveable relative the body portion 32 from a lay-up configuration to a forming configuration, the flange-forming element 40 having a lay-up surface (54, fig 3) and a flange forming surface (62, fig 3); and a transition element 52 extending from the body portion 32 to the flange-forming element 40 to provide a continuous lay-up surface when the flange forming element 40 is in the lay-up configuration; wherein the tool 2 is configured so that relative movement of the flange-forming element 40 to the forming configuration causes the transition element 52 to deform to define a transition region profile; and wherein when a pre-form 66 for the component is received over the continuous lay-up surface, movement of the flange forming element 40 to the forming configuration causes deformation of the pre-form 66 to form the integral flange and the transition region having the transition region profile. The transition element may be mounted to the body portion in a mounting recess, preferably it covers a cavity defined between the body portion and the flange forming element in the lay-up configuration. Preferably, the transition element is flexible at a forming temperature and substantially rigid at room temperature. There is also provided a corresponding method for manufacturing the component using the tool.
Patent GB-2554105-A (GB)
Title: An interdental brush with a protective tip
Inventor: RUSSEL KALBFELD
IPC: A61C15/00
Filed: 2016-05-12
Abstract: The present invention relates to an interdental brush (21) comprising: a spine of twisted wire (23); bristles (24) projecting from the spine of the twisted wire; a protective tip (10) at the end of the twisted wire above the said bristles characterized 5 in that the protective tip comprises a ductile cover (11) enveloping the end of the twisted wire, molded and attached to the end of the wire and centered around the end of the wire; the said ductile cover having a plurality of protrusions (12) is dome shaped at the closed end (14) and chamfer shaped at the bristle end (16).
Patent GB-2548671-A (GB)
Title: Magneto-rheological elastomer composition, method for producing same, and vibration absorbing device including same
Inventor: SHINGO KOBAYASHI
IPC: F16F9/53
Filed: 2017-01-06
Abstract: A magneto-rheological elastomer composition 10 includes a matrix resin 12 and a magnetic powder 11. The magnetic powder is contained in an amount of 30 to 70% by volume based on 100% by volume of the composition. The magneto-rheological elastomer composition has an Asker C hardness of 5 to 60 as determined by the Standard SRIS0101 of the Society of Rubber Science and Technology, Japan. The composition of the elastomer may comprise carbonyl iron powder and powders of iron based alloys. The average particle size of the magnetic powder is preferably 2 to 500 pm, and the matrix resin is preferably an organopolysiloxane. The storage modulus of the magneto-rheological elastomer composition preferably changes by five times or more upon application of a magnetic force with a magnetic flux density of 200 mT. Thus, the present invention provides a magneto-rheological elastomer composition that greatly changes its storage modulus upon application of magnetism, a method for producing the same, and a vibration absorbing device including the same.
Patent GB-2561199-A (GB)
Title: Method
Inventor: ALEXANDER JOHN TOPPING
IPC: C08J7/048
Filed: 2017-04-04
Abstract: A method of producing an optically transparent film comprising the steps of: providing a ceramic material transparent to light having a wavelength of from 380nm to 1000nm; and using electromagnetic (EM) radiation to adhere together at least some of the components of the ceramic material, wherein the electromagnetic radiation has a wavelength shorter than 450nm (for example gamma rays, X-rays or UV light). The EM radiation may be pulsed. The ceramic material may be deposited on a substrate. The transparent film may form part of an optoelectronic device comprising a series of grooves, wherein each groove has a first face coated with a conductor material, a second face coated with a semiconductor material and a cavity partially filled with a further semiconductor material.
Patent GB-2563195-A (GB)
Title: A showering device
Inventor: TREY KHAN
IPC: A47K10/48
Filed: 2017-04-20
Abstract: A showering device 100 comprises an enclosure 1, a water supply, an electrical connection and electrical air movement apparatus to direct air from outside the enclosure to inside the enclosure. The air movement apparatus preferably comprises a plurality of internal vents 3 which may be articulated in different directions. The showering device may comprise a hand dryer 6 located upon an external surface of the enclosure. Preferably, the electrical connection enables at least one light source and an audio playback apparatus 16 (Fig 2). A touchscreen control panel 55 (Fig 2) may be provided.
Patent GB-2552419-A (GB)
Title: Process control communication between a portable field maintenance tool and a process control instrument
Inventor: Todd M Toepke
IPC: G05B19/418
Filed: 2017-06-26
Abstract: Field maintenance tools 700a-700c can be coupled to an asset management system 902 via a wired or wireless link. The field maintenance tools 700a-700c communicate to a tool server 910 where messages sent from the tools 700a-700c to the asset management system 902 are encoded in the protocol of the destination device and wrapped in a protocol of the asset management system 902. The wrapped message incudes a header which specifies the destination of the recipient field device and communication protocol of the field device. The asset management system 902 unwraps or decodes the message from mobile devices 700a-700c and sends the message to the corresponding field device 904,924 in the communication protocol of the recipient field device. Field devices 924 can be connected to a client station 920 which can be a work station connected to the asset management system 902. Tools 700a-700c are interfaced with field devices 904,924 via dynamic link library or DLL 916. An operator of portable devices 700a-700c can configure, diagnose, calibrate or commission field devices 904,924.
Patent GB-2565329-A (GB)
Title: Physically unclonable function device, method and apparatus
Inventor: ROBERT JAMES YOUNG
IPC: H04L9/32
Filed: 2017-08-10
Abstract: A physically unclonable function (PUF) device 1 capable of exhibiting a unique quantum mechanical effect as a result of quantum mechanical confinement exhibited by the device 1. The device 1 comprises a group IV semiconductor heterostructure. The group IV semiconductor heterostructure may comprise a Silicon/Germanium quantum dot or quantum ring. The device 1 may comprise a group IV semiconductor resonant tunnelling diode (RTD). The device may comprise of nanostructure 6 between two tunneling barriers 4 which produces said quantum mechanical confinement.
Patent GB-2566309-A (GB)
Title: A method for the manufacture of a MEMS device
Inventor: BRUCE SCOTT
IPC: B41J2/16
Filed: 2017-09-08
Abstract: A method for the manufacture of a microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) device comprises: forming a bonding material layer102 on a surface of a first component 100; patterning the bonding material layer 102 and the first component 100 and bonding a second component 114 to the patterned bonding material layer 112’ and first component 100. Wherein forming the bonding material layer 102 comprises partially curing a curable material on a surface of the first component 100 at a first temperature and bonding of the second 114 and first 100 components is carried out at a second temperature that is higher than the first temperature. The patterning is preferably formed by anisotropic etching using a mask.