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Patent GB-2425016-A (GB)
Title: Indicating device and method using triboelectric properties
Inventor: SNELLING JAMES PETER
IPC: G07D7/02
Filed: 2005-02-04
Abstract: An electrostatic charge indicating device comprises a plurality of conductive particles of predetermined dimensions suspended in substantially fixed positions, and in intimate contact with, a material (3) which exhibits a triboelectric property to define a triboelectric indicator. Electrostatic charge built up on the material with the triboelectric property will discharge through the conductive particles in response to a suitable action, the discharge generating a RF signal which can be detected.
Patent GB-2423118-A (GB)
Title: Valve system for four-stroke engines
Inventor: DABORN JOHN
IPC: F01L5/04
Filed: 2005-02-15
Abstract: A four-stroke diesel or petrol engine has two conventional exhaust valves 17 and two control pistons 1 driven by cams and rocker arms to open and close the inlet ports 2. The inlet control pistons 1 are flush with the cylinder head at TDC. A locking system is provided to keep the control pistons 1 down during the compression and power strokes. The locking system comprises a rotatable castellated locking ring 14 cooperating with a castellated area 12 of each piston 1. Each locking ring 14 is cam-driven through the distance of just one castellation to lock or unlock each piston. Inlet valve area and inlet valve opening and closing speeds are increased and a higher angle of valve overlap can be achieved.
Patent GB-2425338-A (GB)
Title: Connection member
Inventor: HUSSEIN AAMIR
IPC: F16L37/24
Filed: 2005-04-23
Abstract: A connection member 10 adapted to be connectable at one end to a conduit and releasably connectable at its other end to an end fitting 30 with an actuator member 39, the connection member 10 including a housing 11 and a valve 17 having a valve member 18. The valve member 18 is biased to a closed position by a spring 19, and is moveable to an open position by the actuator member 39, when the connection member 10 is connected to the end fitting 30, such that fluid can pass through the connection member 10. A part 27 (see fig. 3) of the connection member 10 has a lower melting point than the housing 11, such that when the lower melting point part 27 softens, the spring 19 effects relative movement between the connection member 10 and the end fitting 30, thus closing the valve 17. The lower melting point port is preferably solder.
Patent GB-2413687-A (GB)
Title: Tape guide system
Inventor: MONK RUSSELL IAN
IPC: G11B15/61
Filed: 2005-05-03
Abstract: A tape guide system for supporting magnetic tape about a rotary scan drum of a data transfer apparatus. The tape guide system comprises a tape guide 210 connected to an arm 220. The tape guide has a deployed position in which a supporting surface of the tape guide of the tape guide supports the magnetic tape and a non-deployed position in which the supporting surface is spaced from and non-aligned with a surface of the tape to be supported. The arm is arranged to be driven about an axis 232 of rotation towards the deployed position, the axis of rotation of the arm being inclined such that, in the deployed position at least part of the supporting surface of the tape guide is substantially aligned with the surface of the tape to be supported. The system allows the use of different tape widths having different tape cartridge heights.
Patent GB-2427060-A (GB)
Title: A bowl with a numerical indicator
Inventor: DACK MICHELLE
IPC: G09F23/00
Filed: 2005-06-09
Abstract: A bowl 1, for use in the art of hair styling, includes a rotatable number device 3 affixed to the lip 2 of the bowl. The bowl may then be identified by a numerical sequence which matches the code of a particular hair styling product which is contained within the bowl. The device may be used in connection with products such as hair colour dyes.
Patent GB-2419951-A (GB)
Title: Measuring the position of passively aligned optical components
Inventor: TRAN UT
IPC: H01S5/0238
Filed: 2004-06-23
Abstract: Optical components may be precisely positioned in three dimensions with respect to one another. A bonder which has the ability to precisely position the components in two dimensions can be utilized. The components may be equipped with contacts (20a - d) at different heights so that as the components come together in a third dimension, their relative positions can be sensed. This information may be fed back to the bonder to control the precise alignment in the third dimension.
Patent GB-2432027-A (GB)
Title: Wireless fault monitoring system for a mobility aid
Inventor: HALL DAVID
IPC: A61G5/06
Filed: 2005-10-21
Abstract: If a mobility aid develops a problem, the person controlling the aid may be unable to move or request assistance or call for help. Furthermore, even if someone was alerted to their predicament, that person may not be able to identify and thus rectify the problem expediently without expert assistance. A system (10) for monitoring for a fault in a mobility aid (12 fig 2 not shown) includes a fault detector for detecting a fault in the mobility aid. The system also includes a signal generator (14) for generating a signal representative of the fault is also provided. A wireless transmitter (16) for transmitting fault signal, and a wireless receiver (18) for receiving the fault signal are also provided. The receiver is also operable for causing an alert to be sent to an operator that the mobility aid (12 fig 2) requires attention.
Patent GB-2433834-A (GB)
Title: Closed loop cooling/heating system using Peltier element for garment with self-closing couplings
Inventor: MONK PAUL CHRISTOPHER
IPC: H01L35/30
Filed: 2005-12-30
Abstract: A garment for a motorcycle rider is actively heated or cooled using a closed loop pumped fluid circuit comprising a garment 9 having fluid ducts 12, a fluid reservoir 14, a pump 16, and a heat exchanger assembly comprising fluid heat block 7, Peltier thermo-electric element 1, heat skin 8 and fan 17. The reservoir, pump and heat exchanger are preferably mounted on and powered by a motor cycle with an umbilical tubing 13 connecting to the rider's garment via self-sealing couplings 10, 11. The cooling fluid is preferably water. The system can be driven to actively cool or heat the rider's garment depending on the polarity of the Peltier element current. The garment may be an under-vest or jacket. Electronic temperature control of the heat exchanger and Peltier element may be provided.
Patent GB-2418380-A (GB)
Title: Oil-Resistant Sheet Material
Inventor: AKIYAMA KOUSUKE
IPC: D21H19/14
Filed: 2004-08-10
Abstract: An oil-resistant sheet material which has low resistance to gas permeation and excellent oil resistance and is suitable especially for use as a packaging material for foods containing an edible oil. The oil-resistant sheet material is obtained by forming at least one coating layer from a material comprising a hydrophobized starch and a crosslinking agent on at least one side of a base in an amount of 0.5 to 20 g/m<2>. By incorporating a fatty acid and/or polyvinyl alcohol into this coating layer, oil resistance is improved. A coating layer comprising a fatty acid as the main component or a coating layer comprising polyvinyl alcohol as the main component may be formed on that coating layer. Thus, a coating layer composed of at least two layers may be formed.
Patent GB-2437956-A (GB)
Title: Production of hydrogen peroxide
Inventor: BROWN NATHAN CHARLES
IPC: A47L15/46
Filed: 2006-04-11
Abstract: An electrolytic cell 1 is arranged to generate hydrogen peroxide and includes a reservoir 12 for storing hydrogen peroxide generated by the cell. A controller 19 is arranged to activate the cell and introduce stored hydrogen peroxide from the reservoir to the cell. This permits the concentrating a store of hydrogen peroxide to be refreshed as required, by introduction the stored hydrogen peroxide as the electrolyte in the cell. This counteracts the natural decay of the stored hydrogen peroxide. The pH of the hydrogen peroxide is controlled so that it is below a predetermined value. It has been found that hydrogen peroxide having a low pH, close to neutral decays much slower than hydrogen peroxide having a more strongly alkaline pH. The hydrogen peroxide so produced may be used in an automatic dishwasher.
Patent GB-2437272-A (GB)
Title: Carrier tube for rolled documents
Inventor: ISHOLA ANTHONY ADESOLA
IPC: A45C11/26
Filed: 2006-04-20
Abstract: The invention is a carrier or storage tube for rolled documents. Its essential principle is to make carrying rolled documents easier, safer and more practicable. It features a hinged design and opens up revealing holding bar (e) that would slide over sheath (d). This bar would feature curved ends and would serve to hold a rolled document firmly in place. The interior would also feature facilities (f) that can hold stationery items such as pencils or rulers. It also has a carrying strap.
Patent GB-2424323-A (GB)
Title: Isolating short circuits
Inventor: VENERUSO ANTHONY FRANK
IPC: H02H3/16
Filed: 2004-11-12
Abstract: Downhole or well Electrical devices D1, D2 can be selectively isolated from each other by blowing appropriate fuse F1, F2. Upon blowing one of the fuses F1, F2 functionality of the other device D1, D2 is restored. Devices D1, D2 may be hydraulically isolated from each other by seals. Electrical isolation of device D1,D2 may be achieved by applying a reverse polarity current to blow the fuse from source 127, by a switch 129, and the reverse polarity current may be prevented from damaging another device by such as reverse polarity protection diodes 150A, 150B. Lines 140A, 140B and 140C may connect power source 125 with devices D1, D2 via a connector 130 which may house the fuses and comprise a tubular casement. Devices D1, D2 may comprise devices such as pressure, flow or pH measuring apparatus or fluid control valves.
Patent GB-2440119-A (GB)
Title: Skin Pricking Device
Inventor: NICHOLLS CLIVE
IPC: A61B5/151
Filed: 2006-07-18
Abstract: A skin pricking device 10 comprises a housing 12, 14 and a lancet 26 disposed within the housing 12, 14, a firing mechanism for causing a tip of a needle 30 of the lancet 26 to be driven through an opening 18 and pierce a membrane 25 between the opening 18 and the needle 30. Housing 12, 14 may comprise of first 12, and second 14 housing portions telescopically moveable to each other. Lancet 26 and firing mechanism may be disposed in the first housing 12. The firing mechanism may comprise of a preloaded helical spring biasing means 38 coupled to an inner surface of the first housing 12 and also retracts the needle 30 after use. The lancet 26 may be retained in the first housing 12 in an armed position by a retaining means 32 comprising inward extending projections 36 overlapping a surface of a body 28 of the lancet 26. Lancet retaining means 32 also comprises angled tips 42 that contact with teeth 44 having angled surfaces 46 that cut through the membrane 25 and permit the lancet retaining means 32 to be laterally displaced and release the needle 30. One or more flanges 21 - 24 on the housings 12, 14 may be provided and engage with each other prior to and after actuation of the device.
Patent GB-2440133-A (GB)
Title: A de-icing heated leading edge component of an aircraft
Inventor: BARDWELL ANTHONY EDWARD
IPC: B64D15/12
Filed: 2006-07-18
Abstract: A de-icing heated leading edge component of an aircraft includes an outer skin 24, a supporting rib 52 for the outer skin 24, and a cavity 60 located substantially in-between the outer skin 24 and the rib 52 for receiving a heater, e.g. heater mats (40, fig 4), which may be attached to an elongate flexible portion. The rib 52 has walls 54 which form the cavity 60 and is attached to the outer skin 24 on either side of the cavity 60 by the walls 54 or by flanges 58 attached to the walls 54. The heater may be attached to the flanges 58. Cavity 60 may be triangular, semi-circular or square in cross-section. An independent claim embraces a method of manufacturing a leading edge component with a heater. There is also an embodiment which encompasses a method of maintaining the leading edge wherein a replacement heater is inserted in one end of the cavity 60 and is moved along the length of the cavity 60 until it is in place.
Patent GB-2429345-A (GB)
Title: Motor incorporating an inductance of a regulator circuit
Inventor: BROWN FRED A
IPC: H02P7/00
Filed: 2006-08-09
Abstract: A DC electric motor is described, suitable for a fan and capable of operation over a wide range of supply voltage. Within the motor is an inductor winding (26) forming part of a switching DC-DC regulator which allows the motor to operate from e.g. 12 to 72 volts DC. The inductor is described as being wound about an interpole (28) of the stator, in the sense of a region of the stator that does not constitute a pole (22) of the stator. Regulator operating frequencies of 100 - 300 kHZ are indicated and, due to this frequency, any field induced in the stator does not affect the motor magnetics.
Patent GB-2430903-A (GB)
Title: Cutting tool with combined hood adjustment handle and water spraying device
Inventor: SIEWERS KNUT
IPC: B28D7/02
Filed: 2006-09-29
Abstract: Apparatus which comprises a cutting tool 7 (in particular an abrasive cutting-off disc), a protective hood 8 which partly covers the cutting tool 7 and combined adjusting handle and water spraying device 6 arranged on the outside of the protective hood 6. The handle 6 is U-shaped, with water being fed into the middle part thereof and from there into its ends where nozzles (27 and 31, Figs. 2, 3, 5 and 6) direct water through the hood 8 and onto the cutting tool 7. The position of the protective hood 6 is adjustable relative to the cutting tool 7 by moving the handle 6. Dust and chips created during cutting are bound by water sprayed onto the cutting tool 6 from the water spraying device.
Patent GB-2443831-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable composite resin connector for joining sheet material
Inventor: CUMMING COLIN NAPIER
IPC: B29C65/70
Filed: 2006-11-15
Abstract: This invention relates to an adjustable composite connector (1) for joining sheet members (2) at a range of angles. The composite connector (1) is fabricated from semi-rigid thin sheet material which is used to connect adjacent sheet members (2) and is then made rigid by acting as a mould to receive resin (7) which once set forms a rigid connection.
Patent GB-2443822-A (GB)
Title: Lightweight exterior panel structure
Inventor: BUTCHER IAN
IPC: E04H17/16
Filed: 2006-11-20
Abstract: The invention relates to a lightweight exterior panel structure, designed to give the appearance of a wall, and comprises a concealed support system. The structure preferably consists of a framework in wood, plastic or metal, and supporting sheets of wood, metal or plastic. The structure incorporates one or more recesses for the support system, which may be a pole mounted vertically or horizontally, and onto which the panels can be placed. Where a single support pole is used to support the panel, the panel may rotate about the pole, such that the panel may act as a gate or a door. The structure may also contain one or more curved sections. Later embodiments relate to the inclusion of lighting, seating, plant material and or a water feature.
Patent GB-2446571-A (GB)
Title: Table for supporting a piece of apparatus on a body
Inventor: FOWLER JAMES STUART
IPC: A47B23/00
Filed: 2007-02-19
Abstract: A table comprising: a top member 2 with a top surface 3; an auxiliary member 4 attached to the top surface 3 by spacer bars 5; at least one adjustable strap 6 for attaching to and supporting the table directly on the body of an operator. The table also has: at least one cut out area 10; high friction material and/or pads on the lower surface 7.
Patent GB-2436375-A (GB)
Title: Bias Correcting Phase Compensation Rate Limiter for Aircraft Control
Inventor: MILLER DAVID G
IPC: G05B13/02
Filed: 2007-03-23
Abstract: Preferably in a flight control system has a bias correcting phase compensating rate limiter 302 to control movement of a device 306 such as an actuator. The bias correcting phase compensating rate limiter includes a switching arrangement 338 adapted to reverse a polarity of an error signal in response to a set of predetermined conditions 340 that include a commanded rate of movement 304of the device exceeding a rate limit capability of the device; a time rate of change   W  U of an input signal to the rate limiter being opposite in polarity to a difference   W  Y between the input signal to the rate limiter and an output signal from the rate limiter, which may be determined in a module 346; and a time rate of change of the input signal to the rate limiter being opposite in polarity to a difference   W  X between the output signal Y' from the rate limiter and a signal corresponding to a pre-specified neutral or trim position UTRIM of the device. P.
Patent GB-2435432-A (GB)
Title: Electronic trumps game device
Inventor: SPITTLE MARK CHARLES
IPC: H04M1/72427
Filed: 2007-05-11
Abstract: An electronic device acquires at least one unique data item, preferably from a keypad, memory card or SIM card, biometric scanner, microphone, camera, time or date information, location data or a dynamic call or message log. The device derives from the or each data item at least one attribute of a respective character in a game and can compare the respective attributes of two or more characters to determine a winner. Preferably the characters each have more than one attribute and the game players may chose one of a character's attributes to compare. Two electronic devices may be connected to exchange character attribute defining data, preferably via a wireless connection such as infra red, radio frequency or a telecommunications network, perhaps using SMS, MMS or email messages. The winner of the comparison may keep the loser's character, as in a conventional game of "trumps". A graphic, image or picture of the character may be displayed. The character may have relative attributes relating to the physical attributes of a fighting character.
Patent GB-2435330-A (GB)
Title: Impedance measurement system with incorporated internal measurement drift compensation networks
Inventor: JONES DAVID
IPC: G01R27/02
Filed: 2006-09-07
Abstract: The present technology provides an Impedance Measurement System (ZMS) for measuring the complex impedance of each well of a single well or multiwell microtiter plate utilizing a novel combination of parallel impedance measurement channels, multiplexing, and reference impedance networks, allowing internal correction of impedance measurement drift, maximized measurement accuracy, and minimized system size.
Patent GB-2449873-A (GB)
Title: Hybrid vehicle drive system with engine preheating
Inventor: HOFFMANN LARS
IPC: F02N19/04
Filed: 2007-06-05
Abstract: A hybrid drive system (1, 10 see figs 1,2) for a vehicle comprises a traction battery 4, an internal combustion engine 2 and an electric drive (3 see figs 1,2). The internal combustion engine 2 and the electric drive (3) provide propulsion drives and are configured to be operatively and selectively coupled to a transmission (7 see figs 1,2). The internal combustion engine 2 comprises heating means (6 see figs 1,2) for pre-heating a selected portion of the internal combustion engine 2. The traction battery 4 is coupled to the heating means (6) and configured so as to be able to provide electric power to the heating means (6) whilst the propulsion drives are switched off. A control unit 15 may supply current to at least one resistive heating element 11-14 whilst the engine 2 is not propelling the vehicle. Thus, heating may be provided to the cylinder head 28, fuel intake line 22, air intake system 17 or a cooling jacket 23 for a cylinder 5. Preheating may reduce exhaust emissions on starting the engine 2.
Patent GB-2454024-A (GB)
Title: Wind powered reciprocating device with passive blade angle control
Inventor: DUNN PETER JOHN
IPC: F03D5/06
Filed: 2007-10-23
Abstract: A wind powered generating device 1 has a one piece symmetrical aerofoil 2, which is driven by the wind in a reciprocating motion. The foil 2 is pivoted at mid chord and has end stops 3 to limit the pitch angle (angle of attack). A piston and cylinder arrangement 7 is used to reverse the pitch at each end of the stroke, and also serves to damp the reversing movement. The end stops 3 can be adjusted by actuators 8 according to the operating conditions. The device may be pivotally mounted so that it automatically turns into the wind, and may be installed on a floating platform
Patent GB-2458629-A (GB)
Title: Interactive toy with movement sensor
Inventor: ROTHSCHILD OMRI
IPC: A63H3/28
Filed: 2008-01-29
Abstract: An interactive toy (1) comprises a body (2); a movement sensor (16) having an output; an electronic memory (14) having a plurality of stored sounds; a sound generator (18); and a processor (12). The processor (12) receives the sensor output and controls the sound generator (18) to issue a sound selected by the processor (12) from the sounds stored by the memory (14). The sound is preferably an audible instruction which has an expected sensor output associated with it. The processor (12) compares the received sensor output with the expected sensor output in order to play a "Simple Simon" or instruction-following game. Then the processor (12) controls the sound generator (18) to play a further sound selected from the memory (14) by the processor. The selection of the further sound varies in dependence on whether the received sensor output matches the expected sensor output.
Patent GB-2446295-A (GB)
Title: Control device which allows shift based on driver intention level
Inventor: IDO DAISUKE
IPC: F16H61/02
Filed: 2008-01-31
Abstract: A control device 14 for controlling an automatic transmission 5 includes a shift request detection means 17 for detecting a shift request from one of the forward or reverse gear to the other, an operating condition acquisition means, e.g. accelerator sensor 22 or brake force sensor 18 for acquiring an operating condition relating to a length or period of a shift from one of the forward or reverse gear to the other. The device 14 also comprises a running condition acquisition means for acquiring a running condition from a vehicle speed sensor 24 and a shift determination means. The shift determining means determines whether to permit a gear shift based on the operating condition, the running condition when a shift request is detected and driver intention level. The control device 14 controls the transmission 5 to perform a gear shift from one of the forward or reverse gear to the other when the shift determination means determines a gear shift is permissible. If the gear shift is not permissible a warning may be provided by a buzzer 20 and/or vibration element. The control device 14 protects the transmission 5 and the intention of the driver can be reflected.