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Patent GB-2380042-A (GB)
Title: A cheque processor
Inventor: YOUNG ALEX
IPC: G07D11/00
Filed: 2002-02-01
Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus for processing of cheques and includes a closed casing (1) having an opening defining a feed path (5) for the insertion of a cheque, and a scanner (3) eg optical and/or magnetic for receiving a cheque fed into the casing (1) and recording data representing information on the face of the cheque. The apparatus includes a cancellation device (4) to cancel the cheque concurrently with the scanning and a communications device (2,9) for transmitting recorded data to a remote location. The invention is intended for distribution to end users, the drawees of cheques, or as a component part of an automatic teller machine, such that a bank can trust that a digital cheque received from the apparatus via a communications network is as secure against being fraudulently deposited as if the cheque had been physically delivered in the conventional manner. Preferably, means of verifying operation of the cancelling means is provided eg checking the capacitance between a perforating roller 4 and a plate 8. Preferably a tamper preventing security device 10 is proved which ensures eg that a cryptographic module 18 has its memory erased if the casing is removed by unauthorised personnel. The device 10 can be pressure operated on removal of the secured casing and eg allow UV light onto an EPROM 18. Alternatively, a pressure sensitive switch can cut the battery power to dynamic ram to loose the memory. The cancellation can be by puncturing, embossing, watermarking, shredding, cutting, scorching, printing, etc.
Patent GB-2370019-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle provided with connecting apparatus
Inventor: HYDE NEIL ANTHONY
IPC: B60D1/00
Filed: 2000-08-01
Abstract: A powered vehicle includes a connection apparatus (10) for connecting the vehicle to a transportation device. The connection apparatus (10) includes a pair of arms (12) for engaging in a recess of a dolly and a catch member (52) for engaging behind a substantially horizontal bar of a roll cage. The connection apparatus (10) allows the powered vehicle to be connected to either a roll cage or a dolly and is thus of particular use in supermarkets or warehouses.
Patent GB-2376142-A (GB)
Title: Multiplexing compressed optical data pulses
Inventor: MANSBRIDGE JOHN
IPC: H04B10/50
Filed: 2002-02-26
Abstract: A data compression device comprises at least two pulse generating devices (212, 222); a delay element (211, 221), modulating means (214, 224) and pulse compression element (215, 225) associated with each pulse generating device; and control means (240); whereby each modulated, compressed, pulse is time multiplexed onto an optical fibre. The compression may be applied in the time domain or the spatial domain.
Patent GB-2386738-A (GB)
Title: Playing and changeover of fast and slow access media
Inventor: SLATER ALASTAIR MICHAEL
IPC: H04N7/173
Filed: 2002-03-18
Abstract: A rich media product output arrangement 2 comprises a control processor 4, a fast access memory reader 7, a tape drive 9, an array of data files which are readable by the fast access memory reader and an array of tapes 8 which are readable by the tape drive. When a request is received for a rich media product to be played, the control processor locates a corresponding fast access data file, said data file comprising an initial portion of a rich media product, the data file is then read by the fast access memory reader and is transmitted to an output port of the arrangement, the control processor further causes an appropriate tape comprising data which is representative of a subsequent portion of the media product and causes said tape to be loaded into the tape drive, the control processor then being operative to synchronise the output from the fast access memory reader with the output from the tape drive and to switch the output from the fast access memory reader to the tape drive. The rich media product may be a video.
Patent GB-2374621-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and methods for isolating a sand screen assembly and testing the seal within a wellbore
Inventor: PABST JAMES E
IPC: E21B47/10
Filed: 2002-04-10
Abstract: An isolation apparatus (and method of use) which comprises a sand screen assembly 28 and a tubular string (22, fig. 2) disposed in a wellbore, an isolation assembly 56 movable within the sand screen assembly between an open configuration and a closed configuration, where when the isolation assembly is in the closed configuration fluid communication through the sand screen assembly is prevented. Further a test assembly attached to the tubular string which is capable of being positioned in an open and a closed configuration, where when the test assembly is in the open configuration hydraulic communication between the interior of the isolation assembly and the annulus between the tubular string and the wellbore above the test assembly is achieved. Further disclosed are a method of gravel packing, isolating and testing a sand screen completion in a single trip which comprises placing an isolation pipe in sealing contact with a sand screen assembly and a method of completing a well by isolating a sand screen assembly and testing the hydraulic seal of the isolation.
Patent GB-2379345-A (GB)
Title: A power module with several power devices controlled through a single galvanically isolated control channel
Inventor: WINKENS BERND
IPC: H02M1/08
Filed: 2002-07-10
Abstract: A power module for providing electrical power to a load 5 comprises a power unit 2 for supplying power, a control unit 3, and an interface unit 4 for transmitting control signals from the control unit to the power unit while maintaining electrical isolation between the units 2 and 3. The interface unit comprises a serial interface device 42, which may be a transformer, an opto-coupler, an optical fibre, or a radio channel, for serially transmitting control signals for at least two power switching devices 21. The control signals may be sent in digital form, for example in PWM format. It is cheaper to use a single interface channel than use a separate channel for each device (figure 1). Power modules may be used to supply electrical power to loads such as welding apparatus, switchgear, or motors. The power unit 2 may send status information to the control unit 3 through the serial channel 42.
Patent GB-2380838-A (GB)
Title: System and method for graceful shutdown of a processor card in a server system
Inventor: BRESNIKER KIRK
IPC: G06F1/26
Filed: 2002-07-30
Abstract: A server card comprises a processor 604, a memory 600, a power control line 620 and a graceful shutdown circuit 616. In use the processor is configured to provide a graceful shutdown signal to the shutdown circuit. The shutdown circuit is configured, in turn, to allow a graceful shutdown of the card when the power control line indicates that a power down is required and the shutdown signal has been received from the card processor. Preferably the shutdown circuit is also configured to allow an immediate shutdown if indication is received on the power line and no shutdown signal has been received from the card processor. The method allows power to be maintained to the card whilst the operating system held in memory is shutdown. In one embodiment the circuit comprises a switch 722 which when closed indicates the card is to be powered up. The card may also be logically connected to a server management card which controls the power state of the server card. The card may also comprise a register for holding the status of the power control line or if a shutdown is requested.
Patent GB-2379174-A (GB)
Title: Mixing liquids under pressure
Inventor: PALMER MICHAEL ROBERT NEEDHAM
IPC: B01F5/04
Filed: 2001-06-08
Abstract: A paint mixing apparatus comprises a flexible paint bottle (8) held within an air pocket (11) in an air-tight container (6) into which water can be pumped from a pump (9) via a S-port 2-way valve (e). In one condition of the valve, water from a holding tank (20) is pumped into the container (6) and the pressurised paint mixes with a separate flow of water at a junction (P) immediately upstream of a spray head (12). In the other condition of the valve, the water is pumped in the reverse direction.
Patent GB-2397586-A (GB)
Title: A support device for a post
Inventor: SWAIN MARK JEREMY
IPC: E04H12/22
Filed: 2003-01-23
Abstract: A support device <B>10</B> for a post <B>40</B> comprises an outer sleeve <B>20</B> and an inner sleeve <B>30</B> for receiving the post, the inner sleeve slidable within the outer sleeve. The inner sleeve, which may be tapered and generally u-shaped may have a resilient member that releases the post when removed from the outer sleeve. The outer sleeve can include means for insertion into the ground (<B>50</B>, not shown) and may comprise a tubular member and drainage hole <B>26</B>.
Patent GB-2400084-A (GB)
Title: Bicycle hub assembly
Inventor: THORPE RICHARD
IPC: B62M1/36
Filed: 2003-03-31
Abstract: The assembly includes planetary gearbox with an outer casing (19) on which the rear wheel (3) is mounted on a single rear arm (13) positioned to one side of the wheel. The outer casing (19) has an external surface intermediate its ends to mount a bearing (27) mounted to a transverse tubular part (29) of the rear arm (13). A chain sprocket (16) is mounted on a spindle (18) fixedly mounted in an opening of the rear arm (13) and is coupled via planetary gearing to the outer casing (19). The rear wheel (3) of the bicycle may be detachably mounted to the outer casing (19). Alternatively, the outer casing may comprise integral flanges (20, 21) to which spokes (22) of a conventional bicycle wheel structure may be attached.
Patent GB-2390240-A (GB)
Title: Antenna ground arrangement for dual-band cellular phone
Inventor: UEDA HIDEKI
IPC: H04B1/38
Filed: 2003-05-12
Abstract: A cellular phone 30, which may be hinged (33, fig.4), includes an antenna 36, and an antenna matching circuit 38 and a high frequency circuit 39 arranged on a first printed substrate 37a. The phone 30 may include a second printed substrate 37b. The phone 30 may operate in multiple frequency bands, for example, in the 800 MHz band and in the 2 GHz band. In order that the antenna should have an acceptable radiation pattern in both bands, the antenna matching circuit 38 requires a ground area of different extent for each band. The phone 30 includes switches 40 and 41 which allow the substrates 37a and 37b to be connected to each other either directly, or via inductors 42, 43. The substrates are directly connected when the phone 30 operates in the lower frequency band. Then phone then has a ground length L2. When the phone 30 operates in the higher frequency band, the switches 40 and 41 connect the substrates to each other via inductors to introduce an impedance between the substrates. The phone then has a ground length L1. The switched ground length avoids nulls in the radiation pattern of the antenna 36. The invention may also be applied to phones with other body shapes (figs. 1,8) and the phone body may be selectively connected to the printed substrate in order to vary the ground length.
Patent GB-2405250-A (GB)
Title: A side air-bag with side crash sensor arrangement
Inventor: PRETOT STEPHANE
IPC: B60R21/231
Filed: 2003-08-19
Abstract: A side air-bag (4) is provided to be inflated in the event that a side impact should occur in a motor vehicle. The air-bag is to protect an occupant of the vehicle. The air-bag (4) has a controllable deployment characteristic. A central processing unit (6) provides signals to control deployment of the air-bag. The processing unit (6) is associated with a side crash sensor arrangement (9,10) to provide one or more signals to the processor unit indicative of parameters of a side crash or anticipated side crash. The air-bag can thus be deployed in an appropriate manner depending upon the nature of the side crash.
Patent GB-2393541-A (GB)
Title: Method for management of synonymic searching
Inventor: SIMSKE STEVEN J
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2003-09-12
Abstract: A system and method for computerized searching for desired information from a corpus 325 of information are provided. In one embodiment, a query 321 for desired information is received by a synonymic search application. Also received is input tuning the amount of synonymic broadening to be applied to the received query for constructing a synonymic search query 324 to be utilized for searching for the desired information. In another embodiment, a synonymic search application performs a synonymic search query 324 for desired information from a corpus 325 of information, wherein the synonymic search query comprises a plurality of queries 323 that are synonymous in meaning. Identification of resulting documents responsive to each of the plurality of queries is received, and such received documents are ranked based at least in part on a weighting assigned to each of the plurality of queries.
Patent GB-2409617-A (GB)
Title: Multiplying data for static MIMO/MISO channels by time varying function to improve reception
Inventor: SANDELL MAGNUS
IPC: H04J13/00
Filed: 2003-12-23
Abstract: A channel scrambler (214) for use in a transmitter (201) employing a plurality of transmit antennas (206,207) comprises at least two signal inputs for inputting a signal and a processor for applying a time-varying scrambling matrix to each input signal to produce a scrambled signal. An output stage is provided for outputting each scrambled signal to an antenna. The scrambling matrix is preferably different for each symbol period of a channel block. The time scrambling matrix may be a rotation matrix. The system improves reception in systems where the channel characteristics do not vary with time by introducing time diversity. The system is particularly applicable to indoor applications such as wireless LAN (WLAN). The system simulates fading variation.
Patent GB-2395326-A (GB)
Title: Error detection/correction code which detects and corrects component failure and which provides single bit error correction subsequent to component failure
Inventor: CYPHER ROBERT E
IPC: G11C29/42
Filed: 2003-05-01
Abstract: A memory controller comprises a check bit encoder circuit and a check/correct circuit. The check bit encoder circuit is coupled to receive a data block to be written to a memory comprising a plurality of memory devices, and is configured to encode the data block with a plurality of check bits to generate an encoded data block. The plurality of check bits are defined to provide at least: (i) detection and correction of a failure of one of the plurality of memory devices; and (ii) detection and correction of a single bit error in the encoded data block following detection of the failure of one of the plurality of memory devices. The check/correct circuit is coupled to receive the encoded data block from the memory and is configured to decode the encoded data block and perform at least the detection of (i) and (ii) on the encoded data block.
Patent GB-2412038-A (GB)
Title: Packet construction for communications across multiple access networks such as wireless local area networks
Inventor: MCNAMARA DARREN PHILLIP
IPC: H04L1/00
Filed: 2004-03-10
Abstract: The present invention relates to packet construction or format for communications across multiple access networks such as wireless local area networks (WLAN). The present invention provides a device for use in a wireless network and comprising means for generating a packet comprising a first portion having a destination address and preferably a network duration identifier for a recipient device in the network, and a second portion; and means for transmitting the first portion at a predetermined coding and/or modulation rate, and means for transmitting the second portion at a higher coding and/or modulation rate.
Patent GB-2399770-A (GB)
Title: Swing having rotatable handles
Inventor: GREGER JEFF G
IPC: A47D13/02
Filed: 2004-03-26
Abstract: A child swing 1 includes a swing frame 10 and at least one swing handle 60;260 rotationally coupled to the swing frame 10 such that the swing handle may rotate about a handle rotational axis between at least two positions. The number of swing handles may be two, where each of the swing handles has a hand grip portion. The at least two positions may include a first carrying position and a second storage position, the first position being substantially rotated about 180{ relative to the second position. The swing frame 10 may include first and second legs 12,14;312, each of the first and second legs including a length adjustment mechanism that allows the respective leg to be adjustable in length. The swing may be folded when not in use (figures 8-11).
Patent GB-2396150-A (GB)
Title: Sand hopper
Inventor: HANNAFORD CLIVE
IPC: B61K11/00
Filed: 2002-11-26
Abstract: Hoppers are used on trains to store sand, the sand being dispensed onto the line if there is too little adhesion between the wheel and the rail. A filling device for a sand hopper includes a mounting means (12) for fixing to a port in the base of the sand hopper. Two ducts (23, 24) extend through the mounting means so as to project into the sand hopper, the ducts having openings (30) within the hopper and remote from the mounting means that face in different directions, and the ducts terminate at respective ports (27, 28) outside the mounting means. The mounting means may define a flow chamber (12) through which sand may flow from the hopper to a sand dispensing device.
Patent GB-2414479-A (GB)
Title: Reactive cyclodextrins derivatised with proteins
Inventor: BARNES ALUN ROBERT
IPC: C07K17/10
Filed: 2004-05-27
Abstract: A protein-cyclodextrin derivative obtained by the reaction of a reactive cyclodextrin with a protein is claimed. Preferably the protein is a hydrolysed protein, more preferably a vegetable protein from potato, wheat or soya. The reactive cyclodextrin has an organofunctional group such as a chloro-triazinyl, epoxide, acyl halide, sulphonyl halide, anhydride or aldehyde group. Uses of the protein-cyclodextrin derivative in cosmetic preparations, for hair care, skin care, fragrance retention, malodour control are claimed. The invention includes protein-cyclodextrin derivatives having the general formula (III) <EMI ID=1.1 HE=107 WI=133 LX=464 LY=1165 TI=CF> <PC>wherein: <EMI ID=1.2 HE=34 WI=47 LX=938 LY=2411 TI=CF> <PC>and R<1>-NH is the residue of a hydrolysed protein.
Patent GB-2404660-A (GB)
Title: Human monoclonal antibodies which bind c-Met
Inventor: MICHAUD NEIL R
IPC: A61K39/395
Filed: 2004-08-04
Abstract: A human monoclonal antibody, or an antigen binding portion of such an antibody, that specifically binds to c-Met- the hepatocyte growth factor (HGF) receptor. The antibodies may be able to inhibit c-Met and may be used to make pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of hyperproliferative disorders eg cancer, alternatively they may activate c-Met and be used in medicaments for promoting tissue regeneration and wound healing. The antibodies may have a selectivity for c-Met that is at least 100 times greater than their selectivity for the IGF I receptor and bind human c-Met in the presence of human HGF. The examples describe four different antibodies whose light and heavy chain amino acid sequences, and those of the nucleic acids encoding them, have been determined. Vectors and host cells comprising the nucleic acids of the invention are described.
Patent GB-2417338-A (GB)
Title: Controlling distribution of information in a mobile telecommunications network
Inventor: BRICK PATRICK
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2004-08-06
Abstract: A seller mobile terminal 1 wishes to sell an item of merchandise or service, for example a property. Brief details of this property are stored on directory server 19. Buyer mobile terminal 11, after authentication with the mobile telecommunications network 3 in the conventional manner using its SIM 15, is able to browse details of the seller mobile terminal 1 property and other properties on the directory server 19. Buyer mobile terminal may select one or more properties of interest and may receive a mobile terminal identifier of the seller mobile terminal from the directory server (via link C). This identifier can then be used to initiate a direct (peer-2-peer) communication session (link D) between the buyer mobile terminal 11 and the seller mobile terminal 1, during which more details of the property can be provided to the buyer mobile terminal 11. These details may be pre-stored in the seller mobile terminal 1, which can be automatically provided by an asynchronous communication session. Alternatively, an interactive communication session between the buyer mobile terminal 11 and the seller mobile terminal 1 may be initiated, during which, for example, the user of the buyer mobile terminal directs user of the seller mobile terminal to take the video images of areas of the property of particular interest for transmission during that communication session to the buyer mobile terminal 11. Optionally property data downloaded to buyer mobile terminal 11 may be onwardly transmitted to other buyer mobile terminal 13, subject to the control of the seller mobile terminal 1 by digital rights management.
Patent GB-2406366-A (GB)
Title: Tube connector
Inventor: HIGGS PHILIP MAURICE
IPC: F16B7/04
Filed: 2004-08-26
Abstract: A connector 10 for connecting two tubular members comprises two connector pieces 11, 12; each connector piece comprising a body portion 13 located between two insert portions 14. In use, the connector pieces are aligned with each other and the insert portion inserted into the end of each of the tubular members to be connected. A grub screw is passed through a threaded bore 23 provided in one of the body portions, and tightened to bear firmly against a depression 24 in the opposite body member; thereby urging the connector pieces apart. At least one insert portion is provided with a groove 20 extending parallel with the length of the connector, the groove being dimensioned to be sufficiently large to accommodate a weld seam of a tube such that the connector can be used to connect seamed tubes.
Patent GB-2418168-A (GB)
Title: Scissors and comb
Inventor: DARABI-FORD AKBAR
IPC: A45D24/06
Filed: 2004-09-17
Abstract: The pair of scissors 20 has a comb 34, 44 projecting outwardly from the non-cutting edge 36 of at least one blade 24, 28. The scissors may be thinning scissors. The comb teeth 40, 46 may pivot 48 into a stowage position. The comb 34, 44 may be permanently fixed to the blade 24, 28 or removable.
Patent GB-2422139-A (GB)
Title: Camera crane with a telescopic jib or arm and a moving counterweight in which the jib is extended and the counterweight moved by a belt drive
Inventor: ADAMIEC PETER
IPC: B66C23/76
Filed: 2004-12-10
Abstract: Disclosed is a crane with a telescopic jib, boom or arm for mounting a camera or other such tool. The jib is mounted on a stand with the telescopic arm extending in one direction and a counterweight 6 means extending in the opposite direction. The counterweight moves relative to the arm as the arm is extended to maintain the balance of the crane. The counterweight and the arm are moved by a belt drive 10. The telescopic arm may have several sections 4 each driven by an auxiliary belt. The belts may be grooved and be continuous belts driven by cogs 11, 12. The counterweight may comprise an adjustable weight supporting carriage. The arm by made from aluminium. Each belt and section of the arm may be contained in an housing 1.