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Patent GB-2400539-A (GB)
Title: Dish for use by a child
Inventor: FLETCHER-PRICE IAN
IPC: A47G19/02
Filed: 2003-04-16
Abstract: A dish having a food receptacle portion A and a secondary compartment B, the secondary compartment B being situated, in use, below the food receptacle portion A and being bounded by the base of the dish, wall surfaces extending from the base and a removable cover 4, the cover being configured to substantially completely enclose the secondary compartment B whilst simultaneously providing a base for the main food receptacle portion B. In use a treat is provided in the secondary compartment B and a nutritious meal in the food receptacle portion A whereby a child is motivated to eat the nutritious meal in order to gain access to the treat enclosed in the secondary compartment B. The cover 4 engages on an upstanding rim 10 around the secondary compartment B via a sealing gasket 6 and can be removed by pulling its finger grip 4a.
Patent GB-2404021-A (GB)
Title: Emissions meter in a tamper-proof housing
Inventor: HIRST DAVID
IPC: G01N1/26
Filed: 2003-07-17
Abstract: An apparatus for measuring emissions. The apparatus comprises means for obtaining a sample flow, which is a controlled proportion of the total emissions to be measured, and means for accumulating the sample flow in a tamper-proof container (or containers). The tamper-proof container comprises known chemical reagents with which the accumulated samples react to provide a measure of one or more selected components within said sample. The tamper-proof container may comprise an inlet port that is adapted to be sealed when said container is disconnected from receiving emissions and may further be adapted to be connected to an external device and to communicate with the external device to provide information about the emission measures. In addition to this, the tamper-proof container may also be removable, transportable and adapted to be connected to an external device under authorised conditions only, thereby providing a system for secure measurement and recordal of emissions.
Patent GB-2392791-A (GB)
Title: Throttle miswire detection
Inventor: PURSIFULL ROSS DYKSTRA
IPC: F02D11/10
Filed: 2003-07-23
Abstract: The present invention relates to motor vehicle electronic throttle control, and more particularly, to a system for detecting miswires that may adversely affect the performance of the electronic throttle. In detecting miswires, the PCM sets the throttle plate to a default position in which a default position value is measured by the position sensors. The PCM then sets the throttle plate to a closed position in which a closed position value is measured by the position sensors. After recording the measurements, the PCM computes a negative slope sensor difference and a positive slope sensor difference. The PCM calculates a slope ratio consisting of the positive slope sensor difference divided by the negative slope sensor difference. If the slope values or slope ratio are not within prescribed limits, then the PCM deactivates the throttle actuator. Also, if either of the positive or negative slope differences has an incorrect polarity, the PCM deactivates the throttle actuator
Patent GB-2395014-A (GB)
Title: Solid state NMR method
Inventor: SAALWACHTER KAY
IPC: G01R33/46
Filed: 2003-07-24
Abstract: A solid state nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) method for investigating a sample material, which contains protons H and also spin-1/2 hetero nuclei X, wherein the sample material is rotated at the magic angle, comprises the following steps: <SL> <LI>a) increasing the equilibrium polarization of X; <LI>b) eliminating (2) proton magnetization; <LI>c) transferring polarization from X to H; <LI>d) recording the proton signals (8) under a condition of line narrowing; </SL> is characterized in that polarization is transferred from X to H in step c) with a radio frequency (RF) pulse sequence which effects transfer between X and the closest protons H utilizing the dipole coupling constants DXH, and variation of a parameter which is associated with the transfer process determines the dipole coupling constant DXH to permit precise determination of the binding separation X-H, even when the concentration of X is small compared to H.
Patent GB-2390311-A (GB)
Title: Free wheel clutch mechanism for bicycle drive train
Inventor: WARNER PATRICK
IPC: F16D7/02
Filed: 2002-03-07
Abstract: An exercise bicycle including a frame having a seat and handlebars, a high-inertia flywheel (378) having a hub (364) at a center of rotation, the flywheel being rotatably supported on the frame at the hub, and a drive train including a drive sprocket, a crank arm attached to and extending from the drive sprocket, and a pedal attached to the crank arm, the drive train being rotatably supported by the frame. The drive train also includes a slave sprocket (370) fixed to the flywheel at the hub, with the drive and slave sprockets connected in a direct-drive relationship, the drive train driveable in a forward and rearward directions to cause the flywheel to rotate. A clutch mechanism (360) is positioned in engagement with the slave sprocket and the hub to create a frictional engagement between the sprocket and the hub, and to establish a break-free force threshold. When the drive train is actuated in the forward direction, the slave sprocket and the hub move together, and when the drive train is actuated in the rearward direction under the influence of a force greater than the break-free force threshold, the clutch mechanism slips between the slave sprocket and the hub, allowing the slave sprocket and the flywheel to move independently of one another. The clutch mechanism including a spring tensioner (368) whereby the break-free force may be adjusted.
Patent GB-2390412-A (GB)
Title: Elevator noise and vibration isolation system
Inventor: ALVES GOLDINO SOUSA
IPC: B66B7/06
Filed: 2002-10-07
Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, an elevator noise and vibration isolation system is provided. The system includes an elevator component, a second component, and at least one vibration isolator (10) being positioned between the elevator component and the second component. Each vibration isolator (10) has a plurality of layers (22, 24) with at least one layer (22) being a hard layer and a second layer (24) being a soft layer. The system may be used to isolate noise and vibration. Components which may have at least one vibration isolator include a slide guide, a roller guide, the cab steadying system, the rope hitch system, and the sheaves.
Patent GB-2398291-A (GB)
Title: Drinks dispensing apparatus and valves
Inventor: KEANE AIDAN
IPC: B67D3/00
Filed: 2004-02-13
Abstract: A drinks dispensing apparatus, comprising a reservoir portion 1 arranged to contain a beverage and a dispensing portion 2 arranged to controllably dispense the beverage, in which the reservoir portion 1 is separable from the dispensing portion 2. A reservoir valve having first 5 and second 4 separable portions forms the communication through which beverage passes from the reservoir 1 to the dispensing portion 2 and which is arranged to shut on separation of the reservoir portion 1 and the dispensing portion 2.
Patent GB-2412062-A (GB)
Title: Mattress with enhanced heat dissipation properties
Inventor: OWEN PHILIP
IPC: A47C27/14
Filed: 2004-03-19
Abstract: A mattress, comprising: a resilient body having at least one upper surface portion for supporting a person (such as a small child or baby); and a plurality of surface channels disposed in the or each upper surface portion and extending parallel thereto. The upper surface portions (for example three, including separate surface portions for supporting the head and the body) are inclined relative to the horizontal (or preferably, suitably anatomically sloped). The surface channels have a component of direction in the direction of rising slope. In consequence, warm air that has been heated by contact with the person's body, in order to rise, passes along the surface channel and out to the surrounding atmosphere. Thus, heat is dissipated away from the person's body and helps to prevent overheating.
Patent GB-2412503-A (GB)
Title: Computer dock
Inventor: ABRAM RICHARD ANTHONY
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2004-03-23
Abstract: A computer docking apparatus 10 for use with a portable computer (not shown), particularly in vehicles, comprising a cradle member suitable for receiving a portable computer and a closure 12; an electrical connector assembly 18 that operably makes power and/or data-transfer connections to the computer; the connector assembly 18 being attached to the a base 20 the position of which may be changed such that the computer may be inserted into or removed from the cradle when the closure member is in the a first position. Moving the base 20 from this first position to a second position causes the electrical connector assembly 18 to engage the computer to allow power and/or data-transfer connections between the docking apparatus and the computer. The cradle 12 may have internal guides 26 and pivot downwards to cause connection.
Patent GB-2415893-A (GB)
Title: A refillable toothbrush
IPC: A46B11/02
Filed: 2004-07-10
Abstract: A refillable toothbrush includes a detachable handle 1 which screws onto a hollow upper portion 2. This upper portion accommodates a replaceable toothpaste container which is made of a compressible plastic material. The upper portion of the toothbrush has an open side which allows the user to apply direct pressure to the toothpaste container. Such pressure causes toothpaste to flow through the neck 5 to the toothbrush head 6 where toothpaste is released through head holes 8 at the base of the bristle tufts 9. The toothbrush head may have a cover which is designed to seal the holes in the head thus preventing the drying of the toothpaste.
Patent GB-2404063-A (GB)
Title: Device for generating function of approximate n-th degree and temperature compensation quartz oscillation circuit
Inventor: KAWASAKI TAKAKO
IPC: H03B5/04
Filed: 2003-08-27
Abstract: A circuit for generating a component of n-th degree includes: six differential amplifiers (15A to 15F) having a pair of input terminals supplied with a common linear input signal and a constant level signal of a predetermined level, outputting a reversed or non-reversed signal to the linear input signal, and having a limiter function to limit the output signal to a predetermined maximum value and a minimum value; a constant level signal generation circuit for supplying the constant level signal to each of the six differential amplifiers; a current mirror circuit (14) for controlling current flowing in the differential amplifiers (15A to 15F); and addition resistors (16A, 16B) for adding the output current of the differential amplifiers (15A to 15F). By increasing the flowing current by the sixth differential amplifier (15F) so as to increase the resistance value, it is possible to obtain a highly accurate output current of a component of a 5-th degree function having more precipitous inclination with respect to the input signal.
Patent GB-2407321-A (GB)
Title: Preparation and standardization of immunomodulatory peptide-linked glucans with verifiable oral absorbability from coriolus versicolor
Inventor: CHOW ALBERT H L
IPC: A61P17/02
Filed: 2003-05-22
Abstract: This invention provides compositions and methods for stimulating the immune system. Such methods include administering an extract, purified peptide-linked glucan or active component thereof from Coriolus Versicolor. The methods are particularly useful for prophylactic and therapeutic treatment of secondary immunodeficiency, wherein the immunodeficiency is the result of an infection, a malignant neoplastic disease, an autoimmune disease, a protein losing state, an immunosuppressive treatment, surgery or anesthesia.
Patent GB-2422021-A (GB)
Title: Gires-Tournois etalons and dispersion compensators
Inventor: SHU XUEWEN
IPC: G02F1/125
Filed: 2005-01-05
Abstract: A Gires-Tournois etalon (GTE) 10 comprising an optical fibre 12 in which a primary chirped fibre Bragg grating (FBG) 16 is provided, an RF signal generator 20, a piezoelectric transducer 22, and a glass horn 24, for coupling an acoustic wave (26) into the fibre 12. The acoustic wave 26 causes a periodic compression within the fibre 12, which induces a low frequency periodic refractive index modulation within the grating section 14 of the fibre 12. This causes two side frequency components to be generated for each high-frequency component of the FBG 16. Two secondary gratings are thus excited, having the same spectral bandwidth as the FBG 16, but a lower reflectivity and different central wavelengths. The free spectral range of the GTE 10 can be adjusted by varying the frequency of the acoustic wave 26. The reflectivity of the excited secondary gratings can be adjusted by adjusting the amplitude of the acoustic wave 26.
Patent GB-2413701-A (GB)
Title: Semiconductor light-emitting device and video display adopting it
Inventor: YAMASAKI FUTOSHI
IPC: F21V5/00
Filed: 2005-03-30
Abstract: An LED technology is adapted to a video display in order to ensure high image quality. A semiconductor light-emitting device 1 having a flip-chip structure is adopted as a light source. Polarized light of white light or of each of red, green, and blue light waves, of which one polarized light component is convened to become consistent with the other component, is radiated from the light source. In the semiconductor light-emitting device, a light transmissive substrate or a quarter-wave phase difference plate 1c that turns the direction of polarization, and a reflective sheet polarizer 1d that reflects one of P-polarized light and S-polarized light and transmits the other polarized light are disposed on the light-emitting side of an LED chip light emitter formed on a reflecting electrode 1b. The direction of polarization of polarized light reflected from the reflective sheet polarizer or reflecting electrode is turned by the substrate or quarter-wave phase difference plate so that it will be aligned with the direction of polarization of the other polarized light. The resultant polarized light is transmitted by the reflective sheet polarizer and then radiated from the semiconductor lightemitting device.
Patent GB-2413013-A (GB)
Title: Co-located folding Vertical monopole antenna and circular polarised satellite antenna for man-pack use
Inventor: REGALA FLORENIO PINILI
IPC: H01Q5/00
Filed: 2005-04-06
Abstract: A dual-band, dual-polarization LOS/SATCOM antenna is disclosed having a plurality of omni-directional elements 203 surrounding a directional element 204. When the antenna is in an omni-directional radiating mode (Fig. 2), the directional element is disconnected from the circuit and only the omni-directional elements radiate. The directional element has radiators 205 at one end. When the antenna is in a directional mode (Fig. 4), the omni-directional elements 203 fold out to be perpendicular to the transmission axis and serve as reflectors for the driving radiators 205, which also fold to be perpendicular to the transmission axis. The radiators 205 and elements 203 are adjustable in length to provide added gain. The omni-directional elements comprise vertical monopoles. The directional element comprises crossed orthogonal dipole elements arranged to have circular polarisation.
Patent GB-2428794-A (GB)
Title: Two part microwell plate and method of fabricating same
Inventor: COULLING JEFFREY LEONARD
IPC: B01L3/00
Filed: 2005-08-02
Abstract: A multiwell plate assembly comprising:- <SL> <LI>(i) a plurality of wells for holding chemical reactants; <LI>(ii) a substantially planar plate top portion connecting said wells in an ordered array, said planar plate top portion comprising a top surface, a bottom surface and a perimeter; <LI>(iii) a substantially rigid frame portion for holding said plate top portion, said frame portion comprising an inner surface, an outer surface, a top surface and a bottom surface; <LI>(iv) securing means adapted to secure the planar plate top portion to the frame portion. The securing means may comprise lugs and slots to provide an irreversible snap-fit connection. </SL>
Patent GB-2414561-A (GB)
Title: Fault tracking apparatus
Inventor: MAWDSLEY DAVID
IPC: G01R1/04
Filed: 2004-03-15
Abstract: An apparatus for monitoring, displaying and recording a plurality of test points simultaneously over time is disclosed. Displays are provided for evaluating the state of the test point during test and/or during future playback whether onsite or elsewhere.
Patent GB-2415928-A (GB)
Title: Rotation unit for torque tong comprising a rotational part with teeth
Inventor: SLETTEDAL PER
IPC: E21B19/16
Filed: 2004-02-26
Abstract: A rotation unit for a torque tong for making and/or breaking threaded connections between pipes and/or spinning pipes during screwing and/or unscrewing of pipes, primarily pipes used in petroleum production. The unit comprises a fixed part (41) and a rotary part (40) arranged to grip a pipe (70) to be rotated. The rotary part (40) comprises at least one movable gripping jaw (1, 2, 3) arranged to be moved into engagement with the pipe. The rotary part (40) comprises toothing (43) arranged to engage at least one chain (46, 47), which chain is operatively connected to an actuator (51) in order to move the chain and so impart rotary movement to the rotary part (40).
Patent GB-2431085-A (GB)
Title: Modular rodent habitat with parts connected by magnets
Inventor: BRADY DAVID PETER
IPC: A01K1/00
Filed: 2005-09-23
Abstract: A modular habitat for pet rodents comprises a plurality of hollow, clear or coloured plastic tubes 1 which are joined together by means of magnets 3. Each tube comprises two half sectional parts which are connected together by magnets to form a single tube. The arrangement of magnetic connectors produces natural ventilation along the junction 2 of the two half-sectional parts. A tube may have ends 4 which are angled with respect to each other to enable changes in direction to be introduced into the structure.
Patent GB-2431293-A (GB)
Title: Cladding for a perpendicular polarised antenna
Inventor: CHRIST JOCHEN
IPC: H01Q1/42
Filed: 2005-10-14
Abstract: A antenna cladding 2 comprises at least one plate 3a-d in which a first section has a cross-section which fits a logarithmic spiral shape 4a, 4c in a first direction and a second section which has a cross-section which fits a logarithmic spiral shape 4b, 4d in a second direction which is substantially perpendicular to the said first direction. The said spirals may have a common vortex. The logarithmic spirals may be the same shape following certain mathematical equations which may involve the square root of the dielectric constant of the plate material. A pair of plates may be used and joined along sections in planes which are perpendicular to one another and in which both planes pass through a common vortex where the antenna may be located. The above cladding may provide very low degrees of reflection for a dual-polarised microwave antenna polarised in mutually perpendicular planes. It may further provide compact cladding which may protect more than one antenna.
Patent GB-2432747-A (GB)
Title: Concentrator for unused subscriber lines comprising crossover switching matrix and two distribution switching matrices
Inventor: GOETZER MARTIN
IPC: H04Q3/00
Filed: 2005-11-25
Abstract: A device (1200) for concentration of unused subscriber lines in a telecommunications or data network comprising a first distribution switching matrix (104) connected to a crossover switching matrix (108) and a second distribution switching matrix (106) connected to said crossover matrix (108). The crossover matrix (108) is adapted to be connected to a subscriber distribution cable (1212, 1214). Crossover switching elements for switching of connections within said crossover matrix (108) and distribution switching elements for switching of connections within said distribution matrices (104, 106) are controlled from a remote location. The first distribution matrix (104) and the second distribution matrix (106) are adapted to be connected to a main cable and/or to a node for providing a plurality of telecommunications or data services (1208, 1210). Alternatively some of the distribution matrix outputs may be connected to the distribution cable.
Patent GB-2421687-A (GB)
Title: Medical device comprising flax seeds
Inventor: JAMES TEIFION EMLYN
IPC: A61F9/04
Filed: 2005-12-06
Abstract: A medical device 2 contains linum usitatissimum (flax) seeds in a flexible receptacle thereof. The device may be microwaved to heat the flax seeds and the device then placed on a patients face over his/her eyes to treat common eye conditions. Alternatively, the device may be cooled to treat other conditions.
Patent GB-2433375-A (GB)
Title: Caller ID in an internet protocol (IP) based communications network
Inventor: MORGAN PAUL
IPC: H04M1/57
Filed: 2005-12-13
Abstract: The present invention provides for a method of sender identification in an IP-based communications system, and including step of distributing a sender identifier by way of a data bearer employed within the system. The sender identifier in the present invention performs a similar function to Caller Identification (CLID) in traditional circuit switched telecommunication systems. The sender Identifier may be an image, a sound or a video for example, and is associated with an Internet Protocol (IP) identifier of the user.
Patent GB-2433569-A (GB)
Title: Ceramic tube
Inventor: EDWARDS JAMES IAN
IPC: F16L9/14
Filed: 2005-12-23
Abstract: A ceramic tubular body 22 is provided with a ceramic core 12 over which is wrapped a strengthening outer casing 26 formed from a helically wound material which may be self overlapping and/or wound under tension and has a greater yield strength than that of the ceramic core 12. The ceramic may be reinforced by the use of microspheres added to the ceramic mixture. In operation, the ceramic, when subjected to an internal pressure, will be supported by the stronger outer casing and strains at the same rate thereas. In such an arrangement the ceramic is able to operate at internal pressures that might otherwise case tensile cracking thereof and subsequent failure.
Patent GB-2419279-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum cleaner with pivotal arms on suction nozzle
Inventor: MORGAN JEFFREY A
IPC: A47L9/02
Filed: 2002-09-02
Abstract: A floor cleaning device comprises a base portion 916 for movement along a surface, a handle pivotally connected to the base portion, a suction nozzle 918 connected to the base portion and movable between a first position away from the surface and a second position close to the surface, a pair of arms 928, 930 attached to the suction nozzle and extending rearwardly from the suction nozzle, the arms being pivotally connected to the base portion, and a recovery container removably mounted on the handle in fluid communication with the suction nozzle for holding dirt transported by the nozzle. A brush assembly 926 may be placed adjacent the nozzle. A liquid distribution system may also be provided. A squeegee may be connected to the nozzle.
Patent GB-2421351-A (GB)
Title: Organic fuel cells and fuel cell conducting sheets
Inventor: MASEL RICHARD I
IPC: H01M8/04
Filed: 2004-09-09
Abstract: A passive direct organic fuel cell includes an organic fuel solution and is operative to produce at least 15 mW/CM<2> when operating at room temperature. In additional aspects of the invention, fuel cells can include a gas remover configured to promote circulation of an organic fuel solution when gas passes through the solution, a modified carbon cloth, one or more sealants, and a replaceable fuel cartridge.