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Patent GB-2410100-A (GB)
Title: Option contract
Inventor: THOMAS BRUCE BRADFORD SCOTT
IPC: G06Q40/06
Filed: 2004-10-05
Abstract: The invention comprises an option contract (e.g. futures, derivatives) that is constructed so that said contract's value is determined by a methodology that uses an option pricing model. The pricing model may be selected from one of the following models: a Black and Scholes, Whaley, Binomial Lattice, Trinomial Trees, and Merton's Jump Diffusion. The contract may derive its value from any type of real or personal property. The contract may be used to compensate managers and other employees of a business. In an alternative embodiment the contract is traded on an exchange. The incorporation of a specific methodology into an option contract makes option valuation more understandable, more certain, and less costly. The invention can be used to create more precise hedges.
Patent GB-2421018-A (GB)
Title: Stairlift with longitudinal drive element
Inventor: SZENTISTVANY ANDREAS CSABA
IPC: B66B9/08
Filed: 2004-10-09
Abstract: Stairlift drive element in which the drive includes a displaceable longitudinal transmission section or driving element which is maintained in contact with a length of the stairlift rail. The transmission section is preferably included in a looped belt or chain. This form of drive avoids the high point loading of conventional stairlift drive systems.
Patent GB-2409350-A (GB)
Title: An ion generating device
Inventor: SANTHOUSE DANIEL
IPC: A45D2/00
Filed: 2003-05-29
Abstract: There is provided a device for hair care having a housing with at least one aperture, one or more ion generators for selectively generating concentrations of ions having different combinations of intensity and polarity, and one or more ion emitters for selectively emitting concentrations of ions having different combinations of intensity and polarity. The device can be any device or combination of such devices, suitable for use with hair and for to optimize the known beneficial effects of ionization to hair of the user.
Patent GB-2425128-A (GB)
Title: Granular detergent and process of making granular detergent
Inventor: CHAMBERS JOHN GEORGE
IPC: C11D17/06
Filed: 2005-04-11
Abstract: A process for drying a surfactant to form a granule having 50 to 90 wt% non soap anionic surfactant and 5 to 25% hydrated inorganic hydratable salts, comprises <SL> <LI>(i) mixing an aqueous surfactant blend (I) containing from 20 to 50 wt% water and one or more inorganic hydratable salts (II) to form a mixture having a maximum viscosity of 100 Pa.s, at a shear rate of 20 s<-1> and a temperature of 80{C, where the ratio of I:II is greater than 1:1 and less than 10:1, <LI>(ii) drying the mixture by applying heat to produce an intermediate material with a total water content of 4 to 15 wt%. <LI>(iii) processing this intermediate material to form a free flowing granular detergent component. </SL> Use of the inorganic hydratable salt reduces the heat needed for the drying step. Also disclosed is a free flowing granular detergent material.
Patent GB-2424376-A (GB)
Title: A hanger for balloons
Inventor: TAYLOR PHILIP JOHN
IPC: A63H27/10
Filed: 2005-04-21
Abstract: A hanger for balloons comprises a sheet 1 with holes 5 into which a knotted balloon may be secured. The devices may be connected together, enabling a larger formation of balloons to be created. A sticky tab 8 or a hole 7 may be included to allow the structure to be fixed to a surface or object.
Patent GB-2414481-A (GB)
Title: Method of coating with lead-free electrodeposition coating composition and coated article
Inventor: MORISITA HIROYUKI
IPC: C25D13/10
Filed: 2004-03-03
Abstract: The present invention relates to a cationic electrodeposition coating composition substantially free of lead compounds, and more specifically to a method of coating an alloyed hot-dip galvanized steel plate with the composition and a coated article obtained by the method having edge portions and general surfaces excellent in corrosion resistance. The invention provides a method of coating an alloyed hotdip galvanized steel plate with a lead-free cationic electrodeposition coating composition containing a rust preventive pigment to form an electrodeposition coating film excellent in corrosion resistance, and a coated article obtained by the electrodeposition.
Patent GB-2431105-A (GB)
Title: Cannabinoids for the treatment of pulmonary disorders
Inventor: GUY GEOFFREY
IPC: A61K31/05
Filed: 2005-10-12
Abstract: A combination of cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in a ratio ranging between 10:1 and 1:10, preferably 1:1, for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and associated breathlessness and anxiety is described. Preferably the medicaments are cannabis plant extracts that contain both CBD and THC.
Patent GB-2419873-A (GB)
Title: Container
Inventor: WOOD NICHOLAS
IPC: B65D5/06
Filed: 2004-06-30
Abstract: A container comprising a base (5) a plurality of side walls (4, 6) each having an upper wall (8, 10) attached thereto, and sealing means (12) attached to a first peripheral (17) margin of a first upper wall (8), which sealing means (12) is adapted to be folded over a second peripheral margin (16) of a second upper wall (8), thereby sealing the second peripheral margin (16) substantially between the sealing means (12) and the first peripheral margin (17).
Patent GB-2435481-A (GB)
Title: Structural load-bearing dual layer solid timber floor
Inventor: HARVEY PETER ROBERT
IPC: E04B5/43
Filed: 2006-02-27
Abstract: A solid timber structural floor, comprising timber planks laid in two layers 1 and 3, the planks being parallel to each other within each layers and between the layers, wherein one layer is offset 5 from the other in a horizontal direction. The two layers being fixed so that they function as a single unit. Fixings 8 are preferably located so as to prevent mid-depth shearing. The fixings are preferably spaced from each other more closely at the ends that the centre of the floor, reflecting the pattern of mid-depth shearing load. The floor may rest on structural edge members 2. The floor is sound insulating and prevents the transmission of smoke or other gases. In use, joists and additional insulation are unnecessary resulting in an ultra-thin floor.
Patent GB-2432146-A (GB)
Title: Tape measure having an electronic circuit providing an audible output.
Inventor: FRYETT DAVID HENRY
IPC: G01B3/10
Filed: 2006-03-10
Abstract: A tape measure comprises a retractable measuring blade and an electronic circuit providing an audible output. The audible output may be from a radio and/or digital audio player and be emitted by a loudspeaker 3 trough holes in the casing 9 of the tape measure, which may be manufactured from plastic, rubber or metal. The retractable measuring blade may function as an antenna. The electronic circuit may be powered by any or all of a battery 2, a dynamo or solar power. The tape measure may be provided with an LCD screen to display audio data and may have a slot to receive digital memory cards. In use, the tape measure frees the user from having to carry a separate audio device.
Patent GB-2433172-A (GB)
Title: Modular surveillance system
Inventor: JONES THEODORE L
IPC: H04N7/18
Filed: 2006-12-05
Abstract: A modular surveillance camera kit includes a group of camera heads each having a respective set of performance characteristics and common electrical and mechanical connectors. A group of system controllers each has a respective set of performance characteristics and common electrical and mechanical connectors. A group of communications modules each has a respective set of performance characteristics and common electrical and mechanical connectors. Each of the communications modules is coupled to a system interface. A surveillance camera system may be assembled in a selected one of a plurality of possible combinations by selecting one of the group of camera heads, one of the group of system controllers and one of the group of communications modules such that the selected system controller electrically and mechanically interconnects the selected camera head and the selected communications module.
Patent GB-2460386-A (GB)
Title: Single use cover for a vibration pad
Inventor: ELLIN PHILIP JAMES
IPC: A61B19/02
Filed: 2007-05-03
Abstract: A cover 150 for a vibratory pad (10, figure 1) comprises a pocket or pouch 158 faced with dressing fabric material and sized to accommodate a vibration pad, a closure 154e to retain the cover on the pad and one or more straps 146,148 integral with the cover suitable for connecting it (and a pad retained therein) to the limb of a patient. The strap has a connector 176 that is capable of being secured so as to pressure the pad against the limb and such that the connection cannot be unmade without disabling the connector against making subsequent connections. Thus the cover can only be used once. The connector is preferably adhesive and may be double sided tape. Preferably the strap or pad is weaker than the adhesive bond such that the cover can be removed by tearing them. Alternatively, the straps may be cut.
Patent GB-2438971-A (GB)
Title: Projectile launching game with moveable target
Inventor: BLAGG BENJAMIN J
IPC: A63F9/02
Filed: 2007-06-07
Abstract: A game apparatus comprises moveable target assembly 1010, projectiles 1018 for launching at the target, and projectile launchers 1020. The target assembly comprises base 1012, support element 1014 able to move relative to the base, and target elements 1016 movably attached to the support element. In an embodiment the support element comprises upstanding rod 1014 rotatable about its axis relative to base 1012 under the control of a drive assembly (fig. 23), the drive assembly being activated by movement of support element 1014 towards base 1012 and configured to rotate the support element for a period of time. When the period of time elapses, support element 1014 is moved away from base 1012 and the drive assembly is deactivated. During rotation of support element 1014, target elements 1016 may pivot around attachment points (440, fig. 5) in order to flap upwardly and downwardly. The launchers may comprise biased levers (see figures 33 and 34), and the projectiles may be configured to engage with the target, e.g. via hooks. In a preferred embodiment the target assembly is in the form of a palm tree with the projectiles being in the form of frogs (see fig. 1).
Patent GB-2452269-A (GB)
Title: Lift Shaft Work Platform
Inventor: SHAW Derek
IPC: B66B7/00
Filed: 2007-08-29
Abstract: A work platform for suspending in a lift shaft comprises a platform (12 fig 2) suitable for projecting into a lift shaft and a structure 30a, 30b upwardly extending in use from the platform (12 fig 2) for supporting a ladder 31 or an elevated platform 32 within the lift shaft. The structure may be a removable tower 30a, 30b and may include outwardly extending arms 39, 40 at an upper region to stabilize the tower against the interior of the lift shaft, the arms 39, 40 may extend telescopically to contact the interior of the lift shaft. The platform (12 fig 2) may be pivoted on a base (11 fig 2) between vertical and horizontal positions and may include a handrail 29 upon which the structure 30a, 30b is supported. The base (11 fig 4) may be L-shaped and may engage with the lip of an entrance to a lift shaft. The platform may also include a frame (14 to 20 fig 2) engageable with an outer face of a wall surrounding the entrance to a lift shaft.
Patent GB-2442608-A (GB)
Title: Cable pulling device
Inventor: WRIGHT SHARON
IPC: H02G1/08
Filed: 2007-10-05
Abstract: A device 10 for installing an elongate conducting member, e.g. an electrical cable, through a partition such as a wall, the device 10 having an end cap 12 to receive the end of the elongate conducting member, a retrieving portion 14 attached to the end cap 12 via a coupling means, e.g. a magnet, and attachment means 42 to attach the elongate conducting member to the end cap 12, e.g. via a screw thread, wherein the attachment means 42 is integral with the end cap 12 and engages with the outer surface of the elongate conducting member. The device 10 may have a handle to allow the elongate conducting member to be pulled.
Patent GB-2442852-A (GB)
Title: Stress measurement method and apparatus
Inventor: NAKA NOBUYUKI
IPC: G01J3/44
Filed: 2007-10-07
Abstract: A stress measurement method and apparatus 1 for measuring stress of a test object, such as a semiconductor substrate, comprises a correlation data production section 411 that analyses a correlation between reference stress related data obtained from a Raman spectrum L of an entire predetermined area W1 of a reference specimen W and local stress data obtained based on a local stress which applies at each of multiple points WSn (see e.g. figure 5) which are sub-areas of the predetermined area W1, a correlation data storage section 41 which stores data indicating the correlation, a data obtaining section 42 that obtains measurement stress related data from a Raman spectrum L of an entire measurement area W1', corresponding to the predetermined area W1, of a measurement specimen W', and a calculation section 43 that calculates local stress data in sub-areas of the measurement area W1' based on the correlation data and the measurement stress related data.
Patent GB-2455091-A (GB)
Title: Liquid capture apparatus and failure detection system for an air conditioning unit
Inventor: BROOKS JOHN ANTHONY
IPC: F24F13/22
Filed: 2007-11-28
Abstract: A liquid capture apparatus for an air conditioning unit comprises a liquid collector 400 and a detection part disposed below the air conditioning unit, the liquid collector 400 being arranged to receive falling liquid when the air conditioning unit is in use, and the detection part having a sensor 502 for detecting the presence of the liquid. The detection part may comprise of a reservoir 406 having a base 500 in which the sensor 502 may be located and an outlet communicating to an outlet conduit 412 for the liquid which may removed via a pump (142, fig 1) or gravity. The liquid collector 400 may comprise of a sloping and tapered surface 404 that may overhang 414 the reservoir 406. The sensor 502 may be a moisture sensor and may comprise of a first and second electrode coupled to a sensing circuit. The apparatus may be wired or wirelessly coupled to an alert unit (144) that may give out an audible and/or visual alarm to indicate that moisture is detected or a malfunctioning operational status of the air conditioning unit. The malfunctioning may be recorded by a current or power sensor, or a thermal sensor adjacent a compressor.
Patent GB-2445676-A (GB)
Title: Fixing System
Inventor: BRUTON ALAN
IPC: F16B5/00
Filed: 2008-01-10
Abstract: A fixing system comprises male and female portions 22, 24 which engage each other with a ratchet so that a panel can be retained in a frame by the ratchet. A release mechanism is provided whereby the ratchet can be released from one side.
Patent GB-2456837-A (GB)
Title: Electromagnetic machines having air gap windings formed of laminated conductors
Inventor: DENNE PHILLIP RAYMOND MICHAEL
IPC: H02K3/47
Filed: 2008-02-06
Abstract: A rotary electromagnetic machine comprises relatively moving first and second part. The first part consisting of permanent magnets 1 surrounded by angled pole pieces 2 formed into an arc about a rotor support 5 and the second part comprising a conductor assembly 10 located in the air gap between the pole means and a back iron 11, the assembly being formed as regular conductive path patterns 6 within at least one apertured lamina of conductive material having no substrate which is then formed into a cylinder (fig 8). Patterns may be superimposed to form a winding structure which may comprise a three winding. The back iron may comprise a cylinder or a continuously wound wire or thin steel sheet to which the conductors are bonded, casting resin being introduced between backing iron and a casing 12 to provide thermal conduction. Electromagnets may be used instead of permanent magnets or alternatively the rotor may be an induction rotor having conductive laminations or an eddy current rotor. A superconducting coating may be present on the conductors or the conductors may comprise superconducting material.
Patent GB-2445494-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic service module
Inventor: ROSE KENRIC B
IPC: B60K6/12
Filed: 2005-03-08
Abstract: A service module 44 for a hydraulic fluid system e.g. for regenerative vehicle drive system,, which includes a hydraulic fluid reservoir comprises an outer casing 46 defining an enclosure including an air chamber 54 in fluid communication with ambient air. The service module houses one or more fluid pressure accumulators 48 within the enclosure and a heat exchanger 64 plus motor driven fans 66, 69 is provided for cooling the hydraulic fluid. A valve manifold 74 having a solenoid operated valve connects at least the accumulator and the reservoir under the control of an electronic control unit 80 that receives signals from accumulator pressure sensors 90.
Patent GB-2459502-A (GB)
Title: An integrated end piece for an MRI magnet vacuum container
Inventor: FEUVRE MARK JAMES LE
IPC: F17C13/00
Filed: 2008-04-25
Abstract: An end piece for an MRI magnet vacuum container comprises a thin metal plate 42 for welding to the inner 14 and outer 12 cylinders of the vacuum container, a decorative GRP shell 44 and a solid foam filling 46 bonded to the GRP shell and the metal plate to form an integrated end piece. The integrated structure permits the decorative shell 44 and the metal plate 42 to be made thinner so that the overall magnet length is reduced. The end piece may be made less massive while retaining stiffness. The foam layer may comprise regions of high-density foam and regions of low-density foam. The foam may be cut and shaped before bonding, or expanding foam may be used. The reduced thickness of the metal plate lessens eddy currents induced by the gradient fields and so reduces noise.
Patent GB-2459928-A (GB)
Title: Mixing chamber and screw conveyor for preparing mortar
Inventor: MCALINDEN CONOR
IPC: B28C5/26
Filed: 2008-05-14
Abstract: A mixing apparatus 10 for preparing mortar consists of a screw conveyor 20 for conveying dry material, such as a mixture of sand and cement, from a storage vessel 2 to a mixing chamber 30. The mixing chamber 30 has an inlet end 35, adapted to receive dry material from an outlet end of the screw conveyor 20, an outlet end 36 for dispensing wet mortar, and a water feed 39 intermediate the inlet 35 and outlet 36 ends for delivering a metered flow or quantity of water into the mixing chamber 30. Mixing means 40 is provided within the mixing chamber 30 for mixing the dry material and water and for controlling the passage of material from the inlet 35 to said outlet 36 end of the mixing chamber 30. The outlet end of the screw conveyor 20 is located above said inlet end 35 of the mixing chamber so that dry material falls from the outlet end of the screw conveyor 20 into the mixing chamber 30 under gravity. The arrangement ensures separation is maintained between the dry material in the screw conveyor 20 and the wet material in the mixing chamber 30. Also described is a mixing apparatus in which the flow rate of dry material through the screw conveyor and the flow rate of wet material through the mixing chamber can be controlled independently. Preferably the mixing means 40 is a rotatable agitator. A steeply inclined delivery pipe (50) may connect the screw conveyor 20 and the mixing chamber 30. A method of preparing mortar using such apparatus is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2460853-A (GB)
Title: Padlock adaptor device
Inventor: WOLLACOTT MARTIN
IPC: E05B63/00
Filed: 2008-06-11
Abstract: A padlock adapter device 40 for fitment to a pre existing key barrel bore, the bore having an axis and having at least one recess or slot extending parallel to the axis along a portion of the depth of the bore. The device 40 comprises a first portion 44 to be received in the bore and be axially fixed in relation thereto and a second portion 46 that is axially slidable in relation to the first portion 44 between a first position and a second position. Wherein in the first position (Figure 5B) the first and second portions are rotatable with respect to the bore and in the second position (Figure 5D) rotation of the first 44 and second portions 46 with respect to the bore is restricted, and wherein, in the second position at least one of the portions is engagable by a padlock 42 or the like to substantially prevent the second returning to the first position. The first portion 44 may be biased into the first position by a spring 78.
Patent GB-2449396-A (GB)
Title: Electric conductor with part removed armour to expose a section of metallic sheath and inductor around exposed part
Inventor: MCGHEE STEPHEN
IPC: H02G15/068
Filed: 2005-04-28
Abstract: A signal repeater on an electrical cable comprising a current carrying core, a metallic sheath arranged around the core and armour around the metallic sheath, wherein the armour is removed over a length of cable to expose a section of the metallic sheath. A central part of the exposed section of metallic sheath is removed to expose a length of the core and to leave two lengths of sheath projecting from the armour. Respective inductors are arranged on the projecting lengths of the sheath and respective earth paths run from respective end regions of the projecting lengths of sheath back under the inductors to an external earth path extending between both ends of the repeater, the earth paths being insulated from the respective lengths of sheath between the end region of the lengths of sheath and their connection to the external earth path.
Patent GB-2463492-A (GB)
Title: Vibrating a decomposable substance into alkali earth silicate fibres
Inventor: JAMES BRIAN
IPC: C03C25/1025
Filed: 2008-09-15
Abstract: A process for the production of a fire insulation material, the process comprising the steps of vibration of a decomposable substance into alkali earth silicate fibres to form the insulation material; a fire insulation material obtainable by the above process, suitably in the form of a matt; a fire insulation material comprising alkali earth silicate fibres and a decomposable substance. Preferably, the alkali earth silicate fibres are selected from calcium silicate, magnesium silicate calcium magnesium silicate fibres. The decomposable substance is preferably selected from aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide. The fibres may be preformed into a mat and the fire insulation product may be flexible and capable of being folded or rolled. One or more sides of the fire insulation product may be coated with aluminium foil.
Patent GB-2461360-A (GB)
Title: Sacrificial anode system
Inventor: DAVISON NIGEL
IPC: C23F13/16
Filed: 2009-03-09
Abstract: The use of a discrete sacrificial anode 4, backfill 3, tape 5 and an adhesive, to protect steel 8 in concrete 2 is described. The backfill 3 is preferably placed in a shallow cavity in the concrete surface 2 and the sacrificial anode 4 is inserted into the backfill 3. The cavity is covered with a tape 5 that extends over the adjacent concrete surfaces on opposite sides of the sacrificial anode 4 and backfill 3 and the tape 5 is attached to the concrete surface 2 with the adhesive. The tape 5 and the adhesive holds the anode 4 in place and prevents a weathering environment from damaging the backfill 3. A temporary impressed current may also be passed through the steel 8 via a titanium wire 9. A water repellent primer may also be used in conjunction with the adhesive.