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Patent GB-2362206-A (GB)
Title: Polarising light from vehicle headlamps
Inventor: ALDERSEY-WILLIAMS JOHN
IPC: F21S8/10
Filed: 2000-05-12
Abstract: A system for reducing glare from vehicle headlamps comprises polarising the light emanating from said headlamps. Preferably the system further comprises viewing means which do not pass light polarised by said polarising means. Advantageously, the polarising means is a filter. Conveniently, the polarising means comprises a film or coating applied to the headlamp, or a lens attached to the headlamp. Advantageously, the viewing means is a filter. Suitably, the viewing means comprises a film or coating applied to the windscreen and/or rear-view mirrors. Alternatively the viewing means comprises polarising spectacles worn by the driver.
Patent GB-2357661-A (GB)
Title: Telecommunications network
Inventor: MEE JEROME
IPC: H04Q3/00
Filed: 2000-05-12
Abstract: A network management system 1, for example for use in a telecommunications network 7, comprises a performance management tool 3 for carrying out a plurality of performance measurements 5 relating to physical or logical components of the network 7. A fault management tool 9 provides fault reports 11 relating to faults detected in the network 7. A configuration management tool 13 controls the configuration of the network 7, and provides configuration reports 15 on changes to the network configuration. A performance management controller 17 comprises a control unit 25, a list of performance measurement groups 19, a list of logical/physical components in the network 21 and a list of predefined time schedules 23. Upon receiving network configuration information 11, 15 from either the fault management tool 9 or configuration management tool 15, the control unit 25 determines whether any network performance measurements need to be changed, and if so, automatically changes them accordingly. In this way, the system is able to adaptively change the performance measurements in response to actual changes in network configuration, thereby ensuring that the most appropriate measurements are carried out.
Patent GB-2348012-A (GB)
Title: Testing and calibration of electromagnetic flowmeters
Inventor: FRANKLIN BRYAN RAYMOND
IPC: G01F1/58
Filed: 1997-01-17
Abstract: An electromagnetic flowmeter is tested and calibrated in situ by applying to a component thereof (e.g. an energising coil 12 or sensor electrode 16) an AC test signal of a frequency equal to that of a drive signal applied to the coil during normal operation, the test signal producing a response characteristic of an impedance of the component, and measuring the response by means of the sensor electrodes and transmitter 18. The ohmic resistance and the inductance of the coil and the eddy current resistance of the flowmeter may also be measured. Calibration accuracy of the flowmeter may also be assessed by comparison of the measured values with stored values. Testing may be effected by portable field equipment or by a built-in test equipment (BITE) facility with the flowmeter transmitter.
Patent GB-2364017-A (GB)
Title: Laminar material suitable for use in the manufacture of shoes
Inventor: ARNOLD BRIAN
IPC: A43B13/12
Filed: 2000-06-27
Abstract: A laminar material suitable for use in the manufacture of shoes comprises an extruded thermoplastic sheet core (10) having on at least one side a first fabric layer (12) wherein the melting point of the fibre layer is similar (i.e < 70{C difference) to the melting point of the thermoplastic sheet core, and the thermoplastic sheet core comprises (1) recycled scrap laminar material comprising an extruded thermoplastic material having on at least one side a second fibre layer, wherein the melting points of the extruded thermoplastic material and the second fibre layer are similar to the melting point of the first fibre layer or (2) virgin extrudable thermoplastic material having a melting point similar to the melting point of the first fibre layer or (3) a mixture of both of these materials (1) and (2). The fibre fabric layer, the virgin extruded thermoplastic material and/or the thermoplastic material of the scrap laminar material may be polypropylene. Alternatively the thermoplastic sheet core may comprise polypropylene whereas the fibre fabric layer may comprise a polyester spun bonded fabric or a bicomponent spun bonded fabric consisting of polypropylene and polyolefin bonding agent.
Patent GB-2366608-A (GB)
Title: Pedal support arrangements
Inventor: COSPIN SYLVAIN
IPC: B60K23/00
Filed: 2000-09-07
Abstract: An anti-vibration pedal support arrangement for a vehicle, comprises a pedal platform (4) for supporting a pedal and fixing means (6,8,10,12) for securing the platform (4) to the body (2) of the vehicle. The fixing means (6,8,10,12) normally prevents direct undamped contact between the body (2) and the platform (4) and incorporates resilient material (20) for flexing in response to vibration of the body. The arrangement includes a layer of resilient isolating material (14) between the platform (4) and the body (2), and the platform (4) moves into solid contact with the body (2), due to tubular part (30), in response to excessive force applied to a pedal.
Patent GB-2355206-A (GB)
Title: Cricket training apparatus
Inventor: BARKER GEORGE GRAHAM
IPC: A63B69/00
Filed: 2000-09-12
Abstract: A cricket training apparatus for use principally by batsman and comprising one or more elongate marker strips 10 adapted to be laid on a ground or floor surface such that a ball 12 on a stand 14 may be placed at one end of the or each strip 10 and a target board 13 may be placed at the other. The apparatus is lightweight, portable and compact whereby batting practice may be carried out using the apparatus in any location, indoors or out, day or night. Several marker strips 10 may be connected together in linear alignment or angular disposition (see figure 3) and a target mat or board 20 may be provided for attachment to a remote end of the or each marker strip. The board 20 may include a plurality of dots (21, figure 2) over which may be placed one or more skittles or targets to which the batsman may aim.
Patent GB-2370603-A (GB)
Title: A concrete shuttering platform and support beam
Inventor: BETHUNE MAAN
IPC: E04G11/38
Filed: 2000-10-07
Abstract: A concrete shuttering platform and beam, comprising a top platform fig. 3 in the form of a slab which acts as a carrier for reinforcement e.g concrete when poured and a connecting part fig. 4 adapted for insertion, e.g by sliding, into a supporting beam fig. 2. The connecting part is mechanically attached to, or adhered to, or moulded into the base of the platform along its length. The supporting beam fig. 2 has a suitably shaped profile at the top which encapsulates the connecting part fig. 4, it also has barb strips (4 fig. 2) which engage with barb strips (5 in fig. 4) of the connecting part fig. 4. The supporting beam base is attached to main beams by nuts and bolts which slide between the 'L' shapes (12 fig. 2) of the base profile. The platform fig. 3 has machined ends for connecting to adjacent panels (13 and 14 fig. 3B). The concrete shuttering platform and beam are made from a polymer base compound e.g high, medium or low density polyethylene or polypropylene reinforced with organic and non-organic silicate fibres.
Patent GB-2370169-A (GB)
Title: Radio transmitter circuits
Inventor: NIELSEN PER ASBECK
IPC: H04L27/36
Filed: 2000-12-15
Abstract: A method for transforming digital amplitude as well as phase or frequency modulation information into analog signals for controlling analog amplifier circuitry, comprises: <UL ST="-"> <LI>providing first and second digital signals I',Q' representing phase angle; <LI>converting said signals into analog signals 3,4; <LI>mixing said analog signals with oscillator signals 6,7 to obtain an analog, modulated signal P; <LI>providing a third digital signal A corresponding to amplitude; <LI>converting this signal into an analog signal 5; and <LI>feeding the analog, modulated signal P and the analog amplitude signal to analog amplifier circuitry 2. </UL>
Patent GB-2360400-A (GB)
Title: Connector with offset terminals
Inventor: YU-RU LIN
IPC: H01R12/71
Filed: 2001-02-16
Abstract: A connector includes a casing (1, 1a), an insulator (2, 2a), and at least one terminal (3, 3a). The casing may include two mounting legs (14, 14') extending from a rear thereof. The terminal (3, 3a) is mounted within the insulator (2, 2a) and the insulator is mounted within the casing (1, 1a). The terminal has a step (32, 34) at the rear end (28, 35) thereof which is adapted for positioning on a circuit board to which the connector is to be installed. In addition, the terminal may have a flat surface which facilitates positioning of the terminal on the circuit board.
Patent GB-2357779-A (GB)
Title: Process for the production of improved boron coatings onto graphite and article obtained in this process
Inventor: SUPLINSKAS RAYMOND J
IPC: C04B35/52
Filed: 1999-08-24
Abstract: Improved articles of manufacture are disclosed, together with methods for preparing such articles, whereby the surface of a graphite or comparable substrate is first densified with carbon to reduce surface porosity while still retaining sufficient surface texture to enhance the adherence of a subsequently applied boron coating.
Patent GB-2357625-A (GB)
Title: An erectable display
Inventor: GUTHRIE RAYMOND
IPC: G09F15/00
Filed: 1999-08-31
Abstract: An erectable display (10) includes a plurality of elongate members (11a), (11b) arranged in two parallel sets (12, 13) and that one set (12) lies in front of the other set (13) and connecting elements (14) connecting respective adjacent pairs of members (11a) or (11b) in the two sets (12, 13). The connecting members (14) and (15) are connected to their respective elongate members by pivots (16a, 16b) or (17) respectively. The display can be expanded and contracted in two dimensions in the action of connecting (14) and (15).
Patent GB-2357994-A (GB)
Title: Continuous image transfer belt and variable image size offset printing system
Inventor: DZIERZYNSKI EDWARD P
IPC: B41F30/06
Filed: 1999-09-16
Abstract: A continuous image transfer belt (12) which is useable in a variable image size offset press system (10) and which is adapted to permit the press to print a variety of different sized printed matter is provided. The image transfer belt includes at least one base ply (46), at least one layer of a compressible material (44) over the base ply, and a surface ply (40) over the layer of compressible material. Preferably, the belt is continuous. The belt is used in an offset printing system having the capability to print variable-sized images. The system includes a source of ink (16); at least one plate cylinder (P) and at least one blanket cylinder (B). The system is characterized in that a replaceable sleeve (21) for the plate cylinder is provided with a printing plate (20) which is adapted to receive ink from the ink source. The image transfer belt is positioned to contact the printing plate in a nip formed between the plate and blanket cylinders. An image transfer belt tensioning system (22, 24, 26) is provided to register the image tranfer belt to the blanket cylinder position in the area of desired image transfer; and an image belt cleaning station (30) is adapted to remove residual ink from the surface of the belt.
Patent GB-2375063-A (GB)
Title: Machining a workpiece with an abrasive blast
Inventor: TURPIN MARK CHRISTOPHER
IPC: C25B9/19
Filed: 2001-05-03
Abstract: An apertured mask is placed on or adjacent a workpiece and abrasive particles having a range of sizes are directed against the mask, wherein some of the particles are unable to enter some of the mask apertures. Preferably coarser abrasive particles are directed at an angle and finer abrasive particles are directed perpendicularly against the mask, with the particles being directed either successively or simultaneously. Suitable apparatus comprises one or more blast guns each comprising two or more inlets (603 and 604, Fig. 15) supplying coarse and fine particles, an air classifier for separating used abrasive and means for burning off carbon. Also, a method of machining undercut channels 4 in a workpiece 2 by angling the direction of abrasive blast material relative to the workpiece 2. Undercut channels can also be made using a laser or forming channels followed by rolling. The undercut parts of adjacent channels can be merged (Fig. 6). For machining flow field patterns in graphite, carbon-carbon composite or graphite-resin composite fuel cell plates.
Patent GB-2362581-A (GB)
Title: Low spin golf ball comprising a mantle having a hollow interior
Inventor: NESBITT DENNIS R
IPC: A63B37/08
Filed: 2000-02-11
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a golf ball (100, 200) comprising a soft core (30, 40) and a hard cover (10) such that the golf ball (100, 200), when struck such as in play, exhibits a reduced spin rate. The cover (10) may include a single cover layer (10) or multiple cover layers (10, 20). In a particularly preferred aspect, the golf ball (100, 200) comprises a mantle (30, 40) or inner layer (30, 40) that defines a hollow interior. The hollow metal mantle (30, 40) along with one or more resilient outer core layers (20, 30) constitutes the soft core (30, 40). The golf ball (100, 200) of the present invention may also utilize an enlarged diameter which serves to further reduce spin rate. The resulting golf ball exhibits properties of reduced spin without sacrificing durability and resilience.
Patent GB-2379243-A (GB)
Title: Electric lock
Inventor: HUANG TSUN THIN
IPC: E05B15/10
Filed: 2001-09-04
Abstract: An electric lock that includes a tongue piece operating mechanism (4), which includes a latch (44), that passes through an inverse U-shaped frame, a tongue piece (43) and a follower member (45). A first spring is provided on the inverse U-shaped frame to bias the latch (44), and a second spring being provided to bias the follower member (45). A pivotally mounted actuated rod (41) that extends around to the opposite side of the tongue piece operating mechanism (4) is provided to unlock the lock by being pivoted by a driven rod (71) that is actuatable by an electromagnetic coil (72). The driven rod (71) being actuatable by a direct current to produce sufficient torque to pivot the actuated rod (41). Also provided is a detention arm (42) that is pivotally mounted at one end that includes a recessed breach for cooperation with one side of the inverse U-shaped frame and the second end being arranged to retain the actuated rod (41). Further provided may be an insertion slit (74) for inserting a circuit board (75) and a battery compartment (76) to provide a battery to drive the electromagnetic coil (72). Finally, the electric lock may contain a read in head (77) at a proper position for reading information stored in a coded chip provided with the key.
Patent GB-2368566-A (GB)
Title: Aircraft engine thrust reverser
Inventor: HATRICK MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: F02K1/72
Filed: 2001-10-02
Abstract: A thrust reverser 30, comprising a flow redirecting structure 33 displaceable between an operative and inoperative position by a moveable cowl portion 35, includes a redirecting wall portion 41, and a cavity 40, where gaseous fluid is turned to produce reverse thrust. In the operative position an opening 37 is provided across which a cantilevered cascade assembly 34 extends, and a control slot being defined between the cascade and a leading edge of the portion 35. In the inoperative position, assembly 34 is mounted within the cavity 40 and flow into a box structure (51, fig 5) urges structure 33 towards the inoperative position. A leakage slot (48, fig 4) is defined between the redirecting wall portion 41 and an adjacent duct wall.
Patent GB-2385255-A (GB)
Title: A disposable bib
Inventor: BYNOE CHARLENE LEONE
IPC: A41B13/10
Filed: 2001-12-12
Abstract: A bib comprises a bib face 2 formed from a base layer 4 of liquid impermeable material, a front layer 5 of liquid permeable material, and an absorbent layer 6 between the case and front layer. A preferably U-shaped collar 3, preferably with arms 7a, 7b, is provided to secure the bib face 2 to the neck of a wearer. Collar 3 may include an elasticated band 9 to seal against the neck of a wearer. The bib may be secured to the wearer by self adhesive or velcro (RTM) ties that may be secured around the neck of the wearer or to the wearers clothes.
Patent GB-2368258-A (GB)
Title: Process and material for the inhibition of gas formation in fish ensilage
Inventor: HAGEN HARALD IDAR
IPC: A23K3/03
Filed: 2000-07-21
Abstract: A process and a material for inhibition of gas formation in fish ensilage are described. A preferred embodiment of the process relates to addition of sodium benzoate, and a preferred material according to the invention is a fish ensilage fluid comprising sodium benzoate.
Patent GB-2386122-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to packaging
Inventor: DASCHNER NATASHA
IPC: C11D3/39
Filed: 2002-03-06
Abstract: Use of a material with an oxygen transfer rate of more than 10 cm<SP>3</SP>/m<SP>2</SP>/bar/24h, preferably more than 50 cm<SP>3</SP>/m<SP>2</SP>/bar/24h, and most preferably more than 100 cm<SP>3</SP>/m<SP>2</SP>/bar/24h, measured at 23{C and 0 % Equilibrium Relative Humidity, for packaging at least one detergent composition and/or additive comprising at least one oxygen releasing compound for use with a device for dispensing and/or dosing said detergent composition and/or additive into an automatic dishwashing machine over a plurality of washing cycles, package made of such material and product packaged in such a package.
Patent GB-2386576-A (GB)
Title: Deforming a component with a die tool
Inventor: ADCOCK NEIL WALTER
IPC: F16H57/039
Filed: 2002-03-06
Abstract: Two east components 10 & 20 are brought into abutment with each other whilst aligning with each other a first aperture 23 & 25 in each component. A die tool 53 is inserted through the aligned first apertures, pressure is applied on external surfaces of the components thereby deforming the components and forcing the components against the inserted die tool. The pressure is stopped and the die tool then withdrawn. The components also comprise second 21 & 22 and third apertures which are brought into alignment when the components are brought into abutment and through which second 62 and third die tools are inserted. The interior surfaces of these apertures are also forced into contact wit respective die tools when the pressure is applied. After die forming at least one of the apertures is burnished by forcing a ball (81, fig. 13) through said aperture. The components may be used to make a gearbox casing. A similar method can also be employed when joining components which have not been cast.
Patent GB-2377267-A (GB)
Title: Dual snap action for valves
Inventor: RUSSELL LARRY RAYNER
IPC: E21B21/10
Filed: 2001-04-02
Abstract: An actuating means for a valve (30) that is both opened and closed with a snap-action. The bidirectional, bi-stable snap acting valve (30) has adjustable resistive forces governing the snap action of the valve (30). The bi-stable snap action mechanism (25) can be incorporated into the operation of the valving element (30) or the valving actuators (12).
Patent GB-2386935-A (GB)
Title: Ducting with sound absorbing properties
Inventor: GIBSON DIANE
IPC: F16L11/115
Filed: 2003-02-24
Abstract: Sound attenuating ducting has an inner, helical wire 1 supporting an inner and outer layer 2 and 7 formed by strips 3 and 8 of a foamed thermoplastic rubber material. Axial and helical reinforcing yarns 5 and 6 extend along the ducting between the layers 2 and 7. The two strips 3 and 8 are applied from extruders, the extrusion rate of the inner strip being set to be less than that of the outer strip so that the inner strip is stretched to produce a more porous structure than in the outer strip. In this way, the inner layer 2 is efficient in absorbing orifice noise within the ducting and the outer layer 7 contains radiated noise.
Patent GB-2383637-A (GB)
Title: Seismic source sensor
Inventor: BREMNER DOUGLAS L
IPC: G01V1/04
Filed: 2001-08-22
Abstract: A system for detecting source acoustic energy in seismic operations. The system is operable on land and in marine applications. On land, a piezo-electric film is positioned between a vibrator or other source baseplate and the soil. Compression of the piezoelectric film generates an electrical signal proportional to the total ground force, including force due to flexural or resonance of source components, exerted by the seismic source. In marine applications, a source displaces water to produce a pressure pulse in the water, and a piezoelectric film detects the resulting pressure pulse and the flexural movement of the source to produce an electrical signal proportional to the movement of the active component.
Patent GB-2383905-A (GB)
Title: Control device for starters of combustion engines
Inventor: BOEGNER KARLHEINZ
IPC: H01H47/08
Filed: 2001-07-09
Abstract: A control device for starters of combustion engines is provided with an engagement and holding winding W for the starter pinion and the main switching bridge 4 of the starter, terminals 1, 2 for supplying current to the motor winding M of the starter, a frame or ground terminal 5, an operating voltage terminal 3, a standard switching transistor T1 controlled by a electronic starting control device, connected as a switching element connected between the engagement and holding winding W and the frame terminal 5, and a main switching device formed by a starting switching transistor T2 connected between the operating voltage terminal 3 and the engagement and holding winding W and controlled by the electronic starting device via a charge pump.
Patent GB-2400791-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable table affixed to vehicle steering wheel or vehicle seat
Inventor: BIGG NIGEL JAMES
IPC: B60N3/00
Filed: 2003-04-24
Abstract: A multi-purpose table has a support structure (<B>2</B>) connected to a pivotable table board (<B>1</B>) that can be used for eating, writing or portable computing. The support structure (<B>2</B>) attaches to a vehicle steering wheel or seat using attachment devices (<B>4</B> or <B>6</B>) respectively. The table board (<B>1</B>) has a support device (<B>3</B>) located on its underside that abuts against the support structure(<B>2</B>) when the table is in use. The support device (<B>3</B>) is adjustable (<B>32, 33</B>) to enable angle alterations of the table board (<B>1</B>). Fastening devices (<B>14</B>) hold the table in a folded-up position when not in use. The table board may be provided with recesses for holding articles such as cups.
Patent GB-2393851-A (GB)
Title: Integrated circuits protected against reverse engineering and method for fabricating the same using an apparent metal contact line terminating on field oxide
Inventor: CHOW LAP-WAI
IPC: H01L21/8238
Filed: 2002-01-03
Abstract: Semiconducting devices, including integrated circuits, protected from reverse engineering comprising metal traces leading to field oxide. Metallization usually leads to the gate, source or drain areas of the circuit, but not to the insulating field oxide, thus misleading a reverse engineer. A method for fabricating such devices.
Patent GB-2395606-A (GB)
Title: Eddy current brake with conductive layer between stator and rotor
Inventor: STEVENSON RANDY C
IPC: H02K15/00
Filed: 2003-08-08
Abstract: Electromagnetic retarder brake systems, and methods for their use, are provided utilizing a specified thickness of conductive layer 150 between a rotor 106 and the stator 104. The specified thickness of the conductive layer 150 is determined to obtain a certain desired torque at a certain desired low rotational frequency. The conductive layer is preferably of copper and nickel and is between .25 mm and 2 mm thick. It is preferably brazed to a generally cylindrical inner surface of the rotor.