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Patent GB-2544130-A (GB)
Title: Optoelectronic switch
Inventor: ANDREW GEORGE RICKMAN
IPC: H04Q11/00
Filed: 2016-06-28
Abstract: An optoelectronic switch module architecture for increased scalability of optical switches. An optoelectronic switch module (1) comprising: a client portion (C1) for connection to an input device or an output device, and first and second fabric portions (F1) for communicating with other switch modules (2) and for processing signals. The first fabric portion has a transmission side, having: an input for receiving an electronic signal either from an output of the second fabric portion or from an input device via the client portion; conversion means for converting the electronic signal into a plurality of optical signals; and a multiplexer (MUX1) for converting the plurality of optical signals into a multiplexed fabric output signal for transmission to an active switch (4). The first fabric portion also has a receiving side, having: a demultiplexer (DEMUX1) for receiving a multiplexed fabric input signal and separating it into a plurality of optical signals; conversion means for converting this plurality of optical signals into an electronic signal; and an output for sending this electronic signal either to a transmission side input of the second fabric portion or to an output device via the client portion.
Patent GB-2537551-A (GB)
Title: Dispenser for flexible tubing
Inventor: Mariona Galan Bertran
IPC: A47K11/02
Filed: 2014-11-28
Abstract: Herein is described a dispenser of flexible tubing, for fitting to a waste disposal apparatus. The dispenser may include a compacted flexible tubing in the form of a ring; the ring typically having an aperture extending therethrough. The dispenser may comprise a flexible outer web and/or the flexible tubing, in uncompacted form, may have first and second ends, wherein, in use, the flexible tubing can be dispensed from the dispenser, such that the first end can be passed through the aperture, and the dispenser is adapted to prevent the second end of the tubing passing through the aperture of the tubing.
Patent GB-2544626-A (GB)
Title: Metal object production
Inventor: MARK ALFRED POTTER
IPC: C22F1/057
Filed: 2016-10-05
Abstract: A method of forming a metal object from a sheet of metal by reversion heat treating the sheet, flattening the heat treated sheet for example by rolling or stretching and performing a metalworking process on the flattened sheet, e.g. it is laser cut, punched, folded, embossed, coined, joined and/or deburred and/or has holes, threaded holes, stiffeners, flanges or alignment features formed on the sheet. The object can then be age hardened. The method can be performed on aluminium-copper alloys with reversion heat treatment being performed at a temperature in the range 170-190 0C for less than 20 minutes, followed by water-based quenching. The method is used to make aircraft parts. Instead of reversion heat treating, the sheet can be solution heat treated and quenched. Processing aluminium-lithium, 2xxx, 6xxx and 7xxx series aluminium alloys, stainless steel and titanium is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2544874-A (GB)
Title: Medico-surgical tube assemblies and dressings
Inventor: CHRISTOPHER STRATTON TURNBULL
IPC: A61M16/04
Filed: 2016-10-14
Abstract: A dressing 40 suitable for a tracheostomy tube (Fig. 1, 1) has a central opening 42 and a slit 43 extending from the opening to the edge 44 of the dressing. Two stiff elongate extensions 45 project from the dressing on either side of the slit. The extensions can be pushed/threaded under a sutured flange 25 of the tube so that the projecting ends can be pulled to draw the main part of the dressing under the flange. Perforations 47 in the dressing enable the extensions to be torn off the main portion of the dressing.
Patent GB-2558201-A (GB)
Title: Suppresive fire whistling bullet
Inventor: DERMOT ROONEY
IPC: F42B30/02
Filed: 2016-11-18
Abstract: A bullet suitable for military small arm that emits a whistling sound whilst in flight, the sound enhances the bullets suppressive effect on enemy soldiers. The bullet may have a single cup or dent drilled or cast into the side of a standard bullet. Optionally the bullet may have two or three dents to reduce the chance of uneven drag influencing the bullets flight path (fig 2). Alternatively the bullet may have a hole that passes straight through the bullet (fig 3). In a further embodiment the bullet has a hole drilled through the length of the bullet, with a sabot-like plug in the tail to prevent propellant passing through on firing, wherein the cap will detach during flight. A form of reed in the aperture may be used to generate sound.
Patent GB-2557659-A (GB)
Title: Wastegate actuator assembly
Inventor: YVAN BOURQUI
IPC: F16K31/53
Filed: 2016-12-14
Abstract: A wastegate actuator assembly 10 for controlling a wastegate in a turbocharged engine system comprising an electric motor 12, a control valve, and a drive transmission train 16 which connects the motors output shaft 14 to the valve. The transmission train comprises non-circular gears which provide variable ratios. A further aspect of the invention provides a compound gear 18, consisting of a spur gear 22 attached to one of the arcuate gears 24. In this case the output gear 20 is non-circular. The non-circular gears may have a spiral pitch. A wastegate unit, turbocharged engine system and methods of controlling a wastegate in a turbocharged engine system are also provided. The methods disclose transmission arrangements that allow the motor to apply a high gear ratio, and high torque at the output, during closure and a low ratio, and torque, during opening. This provides a valve with a fast response during long strokes and regulations phases whilst providing a high holding torque when the valve is closed using a small current draw.
Patent GB-2546899-A (GB)
Title: Improvements to load detecting and/or indicating apparatus
Inventor: PAUL ANDREW HORSFALL
IPC: G01G19/04
Filed: 2017-01-31
Abstract: A load sensor apparatus for rail vehicles comprises a load detecting assembly (having a sensor such as a load cell) which is located adjacent to a rail and has a contact surface for bearing the weight of the wheel of the rail vehicle. The load detecting assembly is attached to a body and suspended with locating pins (58) which may be threaded and include a stop to prevent overloading of the assembly. The load sensor is optionally removable to allow calibration and standardised testing. The body and contact surface may also include ramps (52, 38, 40, 54) to guide the wheels onto the assembly. In a further embodiment the apparatus includes a second load sensing assembly positioned adjacent to a second rail, where a support frame connects the two assemblies, and the body includes recesses for reducing the weight of the assembly. In yet a further embodiment, a data processing module is positioned between the two rails and may include solar power, heating means, wireless communication and a means for reading or detecting tags for the identification of rail vehicles.
Patent GB-2561348-A (GB)
Title: Process for converting invertebrates into feedstock
Inventor: MIHA PIPAN
IPC: A23K10/12
Filed: 2017-04-07
Abstract: A process for converting invertebrates into a feedstock include steps of separating solid and liquid invertebrate components, creating a growth medium comprising at least part of at least one of the invertebrate components, subjecting the growth medium to microbial fermentation, and terminating or inhibiting microbial fermentation. Preferably the process further includes separating the liquid invertebrate component into lipid and non-lipid fractions, and the growth medium comprises at least one of the solid invertebrate component and the non-lipid invertebrate fraction. The microbial fermentation may be carried out using one or more members of the bacteria, fungi and archea kingdoms, preferably one or more members of the Lactobacilliales, Bacilliales, Bifidobacteriales, Saccharomycetales or Eurotiales orders. The fermentation may be a one-stage process (see figure 1), or a two-stage process in which a first stage uses a growth medium comprising solid invertebrate component and non-lipid liquid fraction, and a second stage uses a growth medium comprising the non-lipid fraction. The invertebrates may be larvae, prepupae or pupae, and may be members of the Ectodysozoa or Lophotrochozoa superphyla. The invertebrates are preferably Hermetia illucens. A composition obtained via the process, and a composition comprising defined percentages of components derived from invertebrates, are also claimed.
Patent GB-2562464-A (GB)
Title: Easy open closure
Inventor: JASON HALL
IPC: B65D17/40
Filed: 2017-05-02
Abstract: A metal closure for the seaming onto the end of a container comprises a center panel 202 with a circumferential score 203 and a tab 205 fixed to the panel by a rivet 206, the tab has a heel radially inside and a nose portion 207 radially outside the rivet. The nose portion is adjacent the inner edge of the score. Two raised, elongate beads 208 are formed in the panel with ends terminating beneath the tab radially between the rivet and the score to allow the tab to pivot about the beads. The beads may be parallel to the score and may terminate under the tab at an angular distance of between 5 and 15 degrees, and the beads may extend between 25 and 35 degrees, from a line extending from the center of the panel to the center of the rivet. The closure may have a circumferential strengthening bead 209 adjacent and parallel to the score. The raised beads may terminate radially between the rivet and the strengthening bead. The panel may include terracing features 210 and the closure may have a circumferential countersink and chuck wall 212 radially outside the score.
Patent GB-2562311-A (GB)
Title: Ink composition for inkjet printing
Inventor: ANDREW KYRIACOU
IPC: C09D11/30
Filed: 2017-05-12
Abstract: An ink composition contains volatile organic solvent(s), colorant(s), and at least 1.5 wt.% binder resin comprising polymer(s) and a metal crosslinker, wherein the polymer(s) have coordinating groups for crosslinking with the metal crosslinker. The coordinating group content constitutes 1.7-28 wt.% of the binder resin. The coordinating groups may be carboxyl, amino, or especially hydroxyl. The binder resin may be cellulosic, acrylic, vinyl, polyamide, polyester, or polyurethane. Preferably, the binder resin is cellulose acetate butyrate and has a molecular weight of 1500-50000. The metal crosslinker may be present in an amount of 0.1-5 wt.% and is typically a titanium or zirconium species, such as titanium acetylacetonate, titanium butylphosphate, titanium triethanolamine, titanium lactate, zirconium diethylcitrate, zirconium acetate, or particularly zirconium propionate. The composition may further comprise a maleic-modified rosin resin and 0.1-10 wt.% carboxyl resin, such as a styrene maleic anhydride-based (SMA) polymer. A printing method and printed deposit are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2563083-A (GB)
Title: Rear attendant standing platform for a manual or self propelled wheelchair adapted with a battery powered propulsion system
Inventor: ROY COOPER
IPC: A61G5/10
Filed: 2017-06-03
Abstract: A platform fitted to the rear of a wheelchair comprises a platform 3 attached to the wheelchair by two metal tubes 4, 5. Three or more wheels are fitted to the underside of the platform, while the upper surface is non-slip. The tubes have pivot points (2, 6, fig 10) which allow the platform to be folded up to rest on top of the battery 1 or against the back of the wheelchair. The metal tubes are fitted into tubes (3, 4, fig 10) attached to the frame of the wheelchair, with a length adjustment point. The platform may be removed from the chair by sliding the tubes 4.5 out of the length adjustment tubes.
Patent GB-2557385-A (GB)
Title: Hair-conditioning agent and method for oxidative hair dyeing with improved brightening performance
Inventor: Sylvia Kerl
IPC: A61Q5/10
Filed: 2017-07-19
Abstract: A colouring agent for keratin fibres, in particular human hair, comprising at least one compound selected from oxidation dye precursors and direct dyes, 0.1-5% of at least one dicarboxylic acid having 2 to 10 carbon atoms and/or a salt thereof, at least one keratin hydrolysate having an average molecular weight in the range 2000 to 7000 Daltons, 20-95% water and 0-0.1% of peroxide compounds. The dicarboxylic acid is preferably selected from succinic acid, malic acid, and mixtures thereof. The colouring agent may additional comprise at least one amino acid selected from arginine, lysine and histidine. A method for oxidative dyeing of keratin fibres comprising the steps of providing a composition (A) comprising the composition defined for the colouring agent and providing a composition (B) comprising at least one peroxide compound, mixing (A) and (B), applying the mixture to the keratin fibres and rinsing after an exposure time of 0.1 to 60 minutes. Composition (B) preferably contains water and has a pH value in the range of 2.5 to 6.5.
Patent GB-2565279-A (GB)
Title: Image processor and method for image processing
Inventor: Ersin Hasan Kurnaz
IPC: G06T1/20
Filed: 2017-08-01
Abstract: An image processor comprises an input (301), first image processor (202), second image processor (203) with an output (304), and third image processor (205) also with an output (305). The input receives image data from an imager (e.g. CCD or CMOS camera). The first processor receives the input data and processes it to generate first processed image data (302). The second image processor (203) receives the first processed data and generates an image for display. The second image processor comprises a renderer (204) for rendering the first processed image data to generate second, displayed, processed image data. The second processor may perform spatial noise reduction, sharpening and tone mapping. The third image processor also receives the first processed data and analyses it. The second processor output may be optimized for viewing by a human, e.g. on a display screen, while the third processor output may be optimized for computer vision, e.g. edge or object detection. Having a single input (source) avoids duplicated hardware, e.g. two cameras and two first (initial) processors. The second processor may receive further image data to be combined with its output. The processor may be used in a vehicle.
Patent GB-2566026-A (GB)
Title: Cooling system monitoring
Inventor: STUART REDSHAW
IPC: H05K7/20
Filed: 2017-08-30
Abstract: A monitoring system of an air cooling system is able to provide alert warnings in the event of abnormal operation, and is suitable for use in a computer data center. A cooling system being monitored comprising one or more air handling units (AHU) 104a, b, such as CRAC units, providing air flow cooling to a plurality of racks 101 of computer equipment, which maybe in rows 102 separated by aisles, each rack may be next to air vents 105. An alternate arrangement of racks and AHUs is shown in figure 7. Each rack (101) has a display module (see figures 2 to 4) for indicating an inlet air temperature of the rack and an alert message (figure 4) from the monitor system. The monitor system multiple sensors measuring: air flow temperature provided to each rack; The air pressure, temperature and relative humidity difference across the air handling units and an electrical power consumption the air handling units. The monitor system updates a computer model of the cooling system with the sensor measurements and for each rack : if a level or a rate of change of the inlet air temperature is outside of a pre-set range for the rack, an alert message is sent to that rack’s display module indicating a likely cause of a problem (fig 4) based on the computer model.
Patent GB-2553975-A (GB)
Title: Device and method for controlled dispensing
Inventor: JOHN A DUVAL
IPC: A47B88/994
Filed: 2016-03-16
Abstract: Devices and methods for controlled dispensation are described herein where such an assembly may generally comprise an index plate having one or more protrusions extending from a surface of the plate, a first actuator configured to translate the plate in a first direction, and a second actuator configured to translate the plate in a second direction different from the first direction. The one or more protrusions may define one or more rows which are arranged upon the plate in a collinear arrangement and may further define one or more columns which are arranged upon the plate at an angle relative to a proximal or distal edge of the plate such that each protrusion is off-set relative to an adjacent protrusion along the column.
Patent GB-2568708-A (GB)
Title: A load floor system for a vehicle
Inventor: PHILIP IAN JAMIESON
IPC: B62D25/20
Filed: 2017-11-24
Abstract: A load floor system for a vehicle has a load floor 30 and a support 25, typically in the form of an expanded polypropylene block, having an attachment 100 which may comprise a shaft (101, Figure 22). Load floor 30 has an engagement member 50, for example a hook, which pivotally engages attachment 100 by pivoting about it between an engaged condition, in which engagement member 50 engages attachment 100, and a released condition in which engagement member 50 is disengaged from attachment arrangement 100. Attachment 100 has a stop member 105 which engagement member 50 abuts when engaged to restrict movement of load floor 30 from the attachment 100. Movement between the engaged and released positions may involve the load floor being pivoted through an angle of at least 45 degrees.
Patent GB-2571381-A (GB)
Title: Leg assembly methods and systems
Inventor: MICHAEL COLSTON
IPC: A47J37/07
Filed: 2017-12-19
Abstract: The present disclosure provides systems and methods for assembling a device while maintaining the aesthetic appearance and structural integrity of a visible surface of the device. In one or more implementations of the invention, a system includes a first assembly piece with an assembly region that comprises an opening defined by first and second connecting elements. The system further includes a second assembly piece and a fastening assembly, where a portion of the second assembly piece is shaped to fit within the assembly region opening and the fastening assembly spans the first and second connecting elements to secure the first assembly piece to the second assembly piece, and tightening of the fastening assembly causes the second connecting element to deform, pressing a surface of the second assembly piece against an adjacent surface of the first connecting element and retaining a substantially even visible surface of the device.
Patent GB-2568379-A (GB)
Title: Technology for assessing and presenting field device commissioning information associated with a process plant
Inventor: MARCOS A V PELUSO
IPC: G05B19/418
Filed: 2018-09-24
Abstract: A method 500 of accessing commissioning data associated with a set of devices in a process plant comprises obtaining, at a computing device for each of the set of devices, commissioning status data (such as the current configuration) for the respective device 510; accessing a set of defined commissioning parameters (such as a desired configuration) respectively associated with the set of devices 515; determining, by the computing device for each of the set of devices, a difference between the respective commissioning status data and the respective defined commissioning parameter 520; and causing a user interface to indicate the set of differences between the set of commissioning status data and the set of defined commissioning parameters 525. The method may be preceded by a user request for commissioning status data via a user interface 505, and may enable a user to input an update to the commissioning status data for at least one of the process control devices 530. The user interface may indicate (such as by grouping) which of the devices conform to the commissioning parameters, and which do not conform to the commissioning parameters (i.e. those devices which exhibit a difference).
Patent GB-2568606-A (GB)
Title: Adjusting method of display parameter and liquid crystal display system
Inventor: Shen-Sian Syu
IPC: G09G3/36
Filed: 2014-11-25
Abstract: A liquid crystal display (LCD) system is provided in which automatic adjustment of a display parameter for the LCD panel can be achieved. This is achieved by obtaining a first luminance value and a second luminance value when the LCD panel is displaying a minimum grayscale image and a maximum grayscale image respectively. Based on the first luminance value, the second luminance value and a standard Gamma curve of the LCD panel, target luminance value conforming to the standard Gamma curve and corresponding to each grayscale are obtained. Then, based on the target luminance value of each grayscale and a relationship between grayscale voltage and luminance, a target grayscale voltage of each grayscale is obtained. A grayscale voltage of each grayscale is adjusted to be the target grayscale voltage of the grayscale to thereby achieve Gamma adjustment. Further adjustment is made to a flicker value of the LCD panel by adjusting the voltage of the panel in a pre-set range and obtaining flicker values whilst the voltage is being adjusted and deriving an optimal adjustment voltage.
Patent GB-2573637-A (GB)
Title: Underwater laser light source
Inventor: Ryosuke Nishi
IPC: H01S5/022
Filed: 2019-03-21
Abstract: An underwater laser source is used in water and comprises a water pressure-resistant cylinder A having a light emission window 4, and the water pressure-resistant cylinder A comprises a plurality of semiconductor lasers 11a-11f, and converging lens 13 that converges each laser light from the plurality of semiconductor lasers 11a-11f, and emits converged each laser light to the light emission window 4.
Patent GB-2582622-A (GB)
Title: Cooling apparatus and method of cooling
Inventor: HUSSAM JOUHARA
IPC: F24F5/00
Filed: 2019-03-28
Abstract: A cooling apparatus comprises a fan 200 producing a stream of air, a spray header 207 generating a curtain of water 205 through which the air passes, a reservoir 209 collecting the water, and a hydrophilic membrane 214 transferring water into the air stream that has passed through the curtain of water. The reservoir may be a plastics vessel having a sloped bottom, it collects waters from the curtain of water and may provide water to wet the membrane that has one end located in the water in the reservoir. The water in the reservoir may also be supplied from a supply line 215. Also claimed is a method of cooling and a cooling apparatus having an evaporator (water curtain and membrane) for cooling an air stream and having a heat pipe (212, fig 4) transferring heat from a room (226) to be cooled to the air stream leaving the evaporator. The cooling apparatus may be used with a conventional air conditioning system, two reservoirs may be used with one collecting the water (tap water, well water or brackish) from the water curtain and the other providing water (deionised) from a separate source for wetting the membrane.
Patent GB-2584273-A (GB)
Title: Power and lighting mechanism
Inventor: CHIH FENG HO
IPC: H02J50/12
Filed: 2019-05-20
Abstract: A power and lighting mechanism includes a receptacle 10 having an input terminal 12 and one or more output terminals 14, a light element 22, a battery 20 disposed in the receptacle and connected to the output terminal and the input terminal of the receptacle, a housing 30 engaged into the receptacle and extendible out of the receptacle at an outer working position, and one or more electric charging and storing members disposed in the housing and electrically connected to the battery, The housing includes a key 31 engaged with a track 15 of the receptacle and engageable with a seat of the receptacle for supporting the housing out of the receptacle at an outer working position. The housing may include a handle 33 for being held by a user. The receptacle 10 may include an AC/DC converter connected to the battery and input terminal. A wireless charging mechanism 50 may be connected to the battery.