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Patent GB-2261747-A (GB)
Title: Programmable video recorder and method of operation
Inventor: SHIM SOON SUN
IPC: G11B15/02
Filed: 1992-10-14
Abstract: A programmable video recorder may be programmed according to any one of a plurality of regimes. A memory (40) stores data representing the last used regime and when it is desired to program the video recorder, the user is automatically presented with the last used regime. The video recorder also includes clock means and, if during programming the video recorder determines that the clock has not been set with the current time, a clock setting routine is automatically entered. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2272164-A (GB)
Title: Game apparatus for playing word games
Inventor: CRISCUOLO JOSEPH MICHAEL PAUL
IPC: A63F3/04
Filed: 1992-11-02
Abstract: Game apparatus comprising a plurality of letter playing pieces (2) which each bear a letter; and a plurality of playing cards (4) which each bear an anagram on one side (6), the answer to the anagram on the other side (8), and a number which gives the number of points to be awarded to players for getting the answer to the anagram correct and which increases in value in dependence upon the length of the answer to the anagram. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2262529-A (GB)
Title: A method for inhibiting hydrolysis of polyacrylamide
Inventor: TACKETT JR JAMES E
IPC: C08F8/12
Filed: 1993-01-18
Abstract: Aqueous solutions of partially hydrolyzed polyacrylamide are storable by adjusting and maintaining solution pH from about 3.5 to about 6.8 prior to storage. Storage at a pH above 6.8 or below 3.5 results in hydrolysis. The desired solution pH is achieved by addition of appropriate mineral acids or bases or by the addition of buffer systems with pKa values of about 3.5 to about 6.8.
Patent GB-2264456-A (GB)
Title: Applying protective self-adhesive film
Inventor: MATSUI KOMAHARU
IPC: B26F1/38
Filed: 1993-02-23
Abstract: A protective self-adhesive film is applied onto a coat-finished product having an object (2) unnecessary to be protected by the protective self-adhesive film, by (1) applying a self-adhesive film (3) having a perforation onto the coating of the coat- finished product so that an area occupied by the object (2) may be positioned within the perforation, then applying a protective self-adhesive film (4), and removing an unnecessary portion of the protective self-adhesive film over the perforation; or (2) applying the protective self-adhesive film onto the object (13) and a coating (12) of the coat-finished product, cutting out such an unnecessary portion of the protective self-adhesive film (14) as positioned over the area occupied by the object by use of a cylindrical cutting device comprising a ring-shaped cutter blade (16) and a cylindrical pressing means (15), to press and adhere the remaining portion of the protective self-adhesive film around the onto the coating of the coat-finished product, and removing the cut unnecessary portion of the protective self-adhesive film by suction (18). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2271014-A (GB)
Title: Tape drive machine with tape cartridge magazine
Inventor: ELLIOTT ROBERT VERNON
IPC: G11B15/68
Filed: 1993-06-30
Abstract: A tape drive in which a selected tape cartridge (24) is transferred from a carousel (10) or linear magazine (52) to a tape deck 48 by a pivoting carriage 36. The carriage 36 pivots through 90 DEG  and displaces the cartridge (24) from the carousel (10) to a position in which it is aligned with the drive hub 50. The cartridges (24) are stored with their longer sides vertical in order to reduce the dimensions of the carousel (10). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2281027-A (GB)
Title: Steam cooker
Inventor: SU HUI HSIUNG
IPC: A47J27/04
Filed: 1993-08-19
Abstract: An auto-water-feeding steam cooker comprises, a chamber 1, a reservoir 2 disposed below the chamber communicating with the chamber, and being provided with a float controlled valve 21 for auto-feeding fresh water to the reservoir 2, a water-storage space 31 behind the chamber 1, communicating with an outlet pipe 23 from the float controlled valve 21 which pipe 23 passes below the reservoir and above a gas burner 5, the space 31 having an opening 36 whereby water may overflow from space 31 to reservoir 2 via a passage 35, a combustion products passage 32 having two discharge ports 33, and two further combustion products discharge passages 34 provided outside the chamber 1 at each lateral side thereof which together with the passage 32 form a waste gas discharge and heat recovery system of the cooker which prevents steam condensing at the top of the chamber 1. The chamber 1 may house a rack of perforate trays. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2273489-A (GB)
Title: Feeding sheets from a printing machine to a stack
Inventor: SCHMID GOTTHARD
IPC: B65H29/04
Filed: 1993-12-01
Abstract: From a printing machine 10, a sheet 8 is seized at its leading edge by grippers 5 running on endless chains 1 and is floatingly conveyed over a sheet-wide field of air outlets provided in air boxes 7, 7a, 7b and deposited on a stack 11 after having been turned. In order to adapt to the properties of the sheet to be printed, air outlets having different shapes and different directions of air escape are available and may be supplied with blowing air which may be regulated differently according to the specific requirements of the sheet. Interchangeable air boxes may be provided. The air boxes may be transparent. Suction at 16 may pull the trailing sheet end against a guide 6. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2287907-A (GB)
Title: Computer printer
Inventor: CHIU SHUN PUI
IPC: B41J3/36
Filed: 1994-03-29
Abstract: A printer (10) for use with a computer or the like, comprising a body (11), a printing mechanism housed within the body (11), and a leg (12) detachably or movably connected to the body (11) and arranged to stand the body in a stable operating position on a surface. The leg (12) is hollow and houses therein battery cells (22) or a radio control receiver circuit. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2290196-A (GB)
Title: Reducing access time in trunking radio systems
Inventor: RAMON EYTAN
IPC: H04W84/08
Filed: 1994-06-11
Abstract: A calling unit verifies that a target unit is available by using the control channel and not the voice channel. The calling unit transmits (over the control channel) a paging command including the ID of a target unit selected from an ID list of a talk group. The target unit receives the paging command via a central unit, compares the ID therein with its own ID, transmits (over the control channel) an acknowledge signal to the calling unit via the central unit, and transmits (over the control channel) a group call request signal to the central unit in response to operation of its PTT switch. The central unit then transmits a group call channel grant command over the control channel, in response to which the calling unit switches to receive on an assigned voice channel and the target unit switches to transmit on an assigned voice channel. The target unit generates a page alert signal such as a bleep, ringing tone or flashing LED. If the target unit PTT switch is not then operated within a preset time, the alert signal is stopped but a visual signal continues to be given to indicate that someone has called. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2279483-A (GB)
Title: Internally illuminated signs
Inventor: SIMMONS KENNETH ROBERT
IPC: G09F13/04
Filed: 1991-12-12
Abstract: An internally illuminated sign, such as a road sign has a face member 2 showing information which the sign displays, a body portion 3 supporting the face member, a mounting member 4 adapted to mount the sign on a support post 5 and a light unit housed in the sign. The sign includes light screens 42, over the light emitting means of the light unit to ensure more even illumination of the face member, by substantially reducing the light passing towards the face member, while allowing it to pass in a transverse direction. The light screen may be in the form of a slotted member. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2285401-A (GB)
Title: Golf ball with coating of paint including filler
Inventor: HORIUCHI KUNIYASU
IPC: A63B37/00
Filed: 1994-12-23
Abstract: A coated golf ball having a constant film thickness at the edge part of the surface dimples is obtained by coating with a urethane paint and/or epoxy paint containing silica, clay and/or calcium carbonate in an amount of 0.1 to 3% by weight based on 100 parts by weight of the paint resin solid content. The silica filler may be silicic anhydride or hydrous silicic acid. The clay filler may be bentonite, montmorillonite or colloidal alumina. The filler may be subjected to a surface treatment using silane coupling agent, silicone oil, fatty acid, organic salt, and/or ammonium salt.
Patent GB-2297990-A (GB)
Title: A barrier
Inventor: WITHERS PAUL ROBERT PRIOR
IPC: E01F13/04
Filed: 1995-02-16
Abstract: A barrier for installation in a chamber comprises an impact member 1 movable between a stowed position and a blocking position; and sleeve means 3 is provided to mount the member on a guide rod 4 and thereby limit lateral movement of the member in the chamber. The sleeve means is formed by L-shaped guide members 7. Further means in the form of an apertured plate 8 is provided to limit lateral movement of the impact member. Hydraulic or pneumatic jacks are used to move the impact member between its' end positions, there being limit switches to control the movement and to ensure that the impact member is not tilted.
Patent GB-2289678-A (GB)
Title: Cell support structures
Inventor: FULLER JESS PAUL
IPC: C12N11/02
Filed: 1993-12-23
Abstract: A cell support structure (10) for immobilizing biological cells, comprising silicone foam rubber. The structure (10) may be of any suitable form, for instance granular, sheet, bead, tube, chip, strand, pad or block. The structure (10) may be of any on its surfaces, thereby immobilizing them but leaving them free to partake in desired reactions, for instance the production of biological compounds and fermentation reactions. The physical properties of the support structure (10), such as porosity and density are engineered to suit particular applications. Moreover, agents may be provided on the surface of the structure (10) to interact with the cells and other ingredients involved in the reaction. Once the reactions are complete, the structures (10), to which the cells are generally still attached, are filtered or otherwise separated from the reaction mixture. The desired product is then separated from the reaction mixture. The support structure (10) can then be cleaned of cells if desired and sterilised for re-use techniques such as autoclaving, without substantial deterioration of the structures (10).
Patent GB-2290027-A (GB)
Title: Desensitising oral composition
Inventor: GAFFAR ABDUL
IPC: A61K8/24
Filed: 1992-10-16
Abstract: Dentifrice compositions contain the potassium salt of a synthetic anionic polymer polycarboxylate in combination with a potassium pain inhibiting salt, e.g. nitrate, citrate or oxalate and a polyphosphate. Subsequent penetration of pain causing materials, e.g. sugars, to the tooth pulp and neurons is closed off by the action of the polymer without prevention of the passage of pain inhibiting potassium salt thereto.
Patent GB-2304947-A (GB)
Title: Electrically programmable memory, method of programming and method of reading
Inventor: BIRNIE ANDREW
IPC: G11C16/02
Filed: 1995-08-31
Abstract: An electrically programmable memory comprising: a floating gate FET cell 20 having: a drain electrode, and a source electrode; means for applying to the drain electrode a first voltage (V pp ) for a programming time (T p ); means for applying to the source electrode a second voltage (V ML ) for the programming time, the second voltage being variable between more than two levels so as to determine the quantity of charge induced on the floating gate and thereby to determine the multi-level value programmed into the cell substantially independently of the programming time. According to a further aspect a multi-level value programmed into the cell is sensed by placing an iteratively or dynamically varying voltage on the source electrode, and current flow in the cell is sensed to determine the voltage on the floating gate.
Patent GB-2305941-A (GB)
Title: Discharge printing paste based on thiourea dioxide, aliphatic amine and soluble metal salt and use thereof in textile printing
Inventor: RATTEE IAN DURHAM
IPC: D06P1/645
Filed: 1995-10-03
Abstract: By using printing pastes containing thiourea dioxide together with ammonia/aliphatic amine and a soluble metal salt, fabric discharge printing processes may be developed which have the advantage of decorating fabric webs, garments or garment panels effectively, even in dry heat conditions, whilst avoiding contamination of such fabrics with undesirable residues, particularly formaldehyde. A process of decorating dyed fabric comprises the steps of: applying such a printing paste to desired image areas to form a design on the fabric (the thiourea dioxide in the printing paste being capable of reacting with the dye in the fabric at least substantially to destroy its colour and subjecting the applied paste to a treatment for fixing the design in the fabric, such as dry heating or steam treatment. Such printing pastes are also claimed per se.
Patent GB-2300021-A (GB)
Title: Positioning a frame during construction of a concrete wall
Inventor: LEE WEN-YUAN
IPC: E04G15/02
Filed: 1995-12-11
Abstract: A positioning device for positioning a frame (1) between two parallel form panels (2, 3) of a wall form assembly when pouring concrete includes a positioning plate (4) and two seal strips (5). The positioning plate (4) is adapted to be fastened to one of the panels (2, 3) and has a planar positioning surface which abuts against the frame (1) and which is adapted to be perpendicular to the panel (2, 3). The seal strips (5) are adapted to be located on two sides of the frame (1) between the panels (2, 3) such that each of the strips (5) is positioned between the frame (1) and one of the panels (2, 3). A liquid-tight seal is established between the frame (1) and the panels (2, 3). Assembly of the frame (1) and the seal strips (5) defines between the panels (2, 3) a concrete pouring space (23) and a non-pouring space (24) which are located on two sides of the assembly. The positioning plate (4) is located in the non-pouring space (24). The frame (1) is positioned between the positioning plate (4) and the concrete pouring space (23).
Patent GB-2310567-A (GB)
Title: Radiotelephone with user selectable default modes
Inventor: VANTTILA JAAKKO
IPC: H04W88/02
Filed: 1996-02-23
Abstract: The radiotelephone has soft keys 14,15 and various functions associated with them. The function associated with a key 14, 15 in a particular mode is displayed adjacent the respective key on display 5. The telephone has means whereby the user can define the default mode functions. The radiotelephone enters the default mode, for example, on powering up, completion of a call or the exiting of a mode of operation.
Patent GB-2313539-A (GB)
Title: A table with a base in the form of a puzzle
Inventor: SIMPSON PAUL THOMAS
IPC: A63F3/00
Filed: 1996-04-29
Abstract: The base of a table is made in the form of a jigsaw puzzle from a number of solid blocks which interlock to form a castle. The base supports a removable glass top which may have a chess board engraved in it.
Patent GB-2304545-A (GB)
Title: Valved article for dispensing drink
Inventor: HABERMAN MANDY NICOLA
IPC: B65D5/72
Filed: 1996-05-30
Abstract: An article, through or from which liquid is consumed, comprises a valve 2 consisting of a resiliently flexible membrane 7, the membrane being bowed, at rest, away from the liquid outlet ie. the opposite way from the direction through which liquid flows in use of the article. Preferably, for as long as suction is applied to the article, the slit(s) are opened and the membrane is caused to invert thus bowing outwards ie. in the direction of flow. The membrane may have one or more slits 8 or pierce-holes at its centre but preferably has two cross-cut slits, the slit(s) permitting the introduction of a straw. The article may be a drinks container or a lid for such a container, the valve being in the top of the container or in a mouthpiece for the container or lid. Alternatively the article may be a straw with the valve at one end or the valve may be incorporated into the top of a carton.
Patent GB-2315405-A (GB)
Title: Pc workstation
Inventor: WOOD STEPHEN JOHN
IPC: A47B21/00
Filed: 1996-07-24
Abstract: Shelves for a PC are wall mounted to optimise limited work space and can be mounted over a desk to free up much needed desk space otherwise taken up with the components of a PC system. The shelves 1 accommodate the computer housing, printer and disks while the VDU and keyboard remain on top of the desk, and with more space available allows the keyboard and VDU to be positioned ergonomically, thus helping to prevent back and neck injuries caused by cumulative stresses from poor postures. Most PC systems require additional power points so these are provided as an integral part of the workstation within the fourway power point 2. The light fitting 3 allows for additional directional illumination over the work area and eliminates the need for a desktop lamp, again conserving desktop space.
Patent GB-2317912-A (GB)
Title: Loading bay safety gate
Inventor: WAIGHT CHRISTOPHER ANDREW
IPC: E06B11/00
Filed: 1996-10-03
Abstract: A loading bay safety structure (1), comprises a fence (2) for obstructing loading of the bay (3), the fence (2) being mounted in a pivotable manner so that it may be pivoted about an axis (13) into and out of positions whereby loading of the bay (3) is prevented or, alternatively, permitted. Handles (22) are provided for manual manipulation of the fence (2). The bay (3) has a floor (5) comprising a wooden platform. The fence (2) has a substantially U-shaped plan form and comprises front and side (8) frame structures with bracing (11). The sides of the fence are demountably attachable to the front of the fence, e.g. by bolts. The front is covered with metallic mesh (12).
Patent GB-2317864-A (GB)
Title: Bonnet lock immobiliser
Inventor: CARTWRIGHT JONATHAN
IPC: B60R25/04
Filed: 1996-10-05
Abstract: A bonnet lock immobiliser comprises a release cable 1 which is cut and the two ends inserted into the connectors 2 and secured. Electromagnets 3A,3B move a swinging arm between a position in which the connectors 2 engage to operate the cable and a position in which the connectors are not engaged, so that the bonnet lock cannot be released.
Patent GB-2318593-A (GB)
Title: Roof batten spacer
Inventor: MARTIN DAVID FREDERICK
IPC: E04D12/00
Filed: 1996-10-24
Abstract: A roof batten spacer (1) comprises a material that does not rot and through which a nail can be readily driven. In plan view it's dimensions will approximate to the width of a rafter and it's shape may be a small square, circle, triangle, rectangle, trapezium or parallelagram with an upstanding part or parts about one end only and is all relatively thin in section. The upstand part or parts (2) serve to easily locate and hold the main body (1) of the roof batten spacer in the ideal position under the batten and directly over the rafter (which is below the roof underlay) to facilitate nailing through the roof batten, the roof batten spacer, the roof underlay and into the rafter using one nail. Once fixed , the main body of the roof batten spacer seperates the normal wood batten from the roof underlay below by the thickness of the roof batten spacer beneath the batten.
Patent GB-2309623-A (GB)
Title: Structures for use in reinforcing earthworks
Inventor: KNIGHT AUSTIN
IPC: E02D17/20
Filed: 1996-11-07
Abstract: A flexible structure for reinforcing earthworks comprises a porous membrane with grass rooted therein and may also include a layer of fertile material below the membrane. The membrane may be formed of a fibrous synthetic material such as polypropylene. The flexible structure may overlay or underlay a perforate wall of a rigid container filled with a fertile material. The containers may be used to provide support for vegetation over the surface of steeply inclined earthworks.
Patent GB-2319996-A (GB)
Title: Flexible toboggan
Inventor: KNIGHT DAVID HERBERT
IPC: B62B15/00
Filed: 1996-12-09
Abstract: A toboggan 2 having a shoe-like shape is formed from flexible plastics or textile material and comprises a heel portion 6 upon which a person may sit and a toe portion 4 for accommodating the legs of said person; the underside of the toboggan has a smooth surface and the material is sufficiently flexible to allow the toboggan to be folded or rolled into a more compact form. The toboggan may be formed from a larger bottom sheet 10 and a shorter top sheet 12, the two sheets being fastened together by RF welding, adhesive or stitching. The material may be reinforced. Handgrips 16 and/or attachment means for a towing line or handle may be provided.
Patent GB-2320660-A (GB)
Title: Processing data transmitted and received over a wireless link connecting a central terminal and a subscriber terminal of a wireless telecommunication system
Inventor: LYSEJKO MARTIN
IPC: H04J11/00
Filed: 1996-12-20
Abstract: A controller comprises an orthogonal code generator 112 for providing an orthogonal code from a set of 'm' orthogonal codes used to create 'm' orthogonal channels within a single frequency channel, a first encoder 116 for combining a data item with said orthogonal code, an overlay code generator 113 for providing an overlay code from a set of 'n' overlay codes which are orthogonal to each other, and a second encoder 111 arranged to apply the overlay code to said data item, whereby 'n' data items pertaining to different wireless links may be transmitted simultaneously within the same orthogonal channel. The invention also provides a reception controller and method for processing data items transmitted and received over a wireless link.
Patent GB-2321842-A (GB)
Title: A zipperless wetsuit
Inventor: WHITAKER NIGEL
IPC: B63C11/04
Filed: 1997-02-10
Abstract: A zipperless wetsuit comprises a main body part (2) with an internal upper body part (3) of sufficiently stretchable material to allow the wearer to enter the suit through the neck opening and front (5) and rear (8) bib portions attached to the main body part each having a collar (10) to provide a seal round the neck. After entering the suit through the neck opening the wearer pulls the collar of the front bib over his head and it is held against the rear of the upper body part by complementary fastening means. Then the wearer pulls the collar (10) of the rear bib over his had and secures it on the front bib by complementary fastening means.
Patent GB-2323036-A (GB)
Title: Prosthetic implant and gripping tool joined by a cable
Inventor: TUKE MICHAEL ANTONY
IPC: A61F2/46
Filed: 1997-03-14
Abstract: A prosthetic implant 4 comprising a main body 5 having a first surface for presentation to a receptive bone surface or into a bone cavity and a second surface for receipt of an articulating joint, and means on the implant adapted for attachment of a cable. A tool for gripping the implant is also provided, comprising an elongate body 2 with a first surface 3 bearing directly on the implant or onto a liner 6 covering the second surface of the implant. Cable 7 secures the liner 6 to acetabular cup 5 by means of lugs 8 on the cup and holes 9 through the liner.
Patent GB-2312087-A (GB)
Title: Actuators
Inventor: BREITBACH ELMAR
IPC: H01L41/09
Filed: 1997-04-08
Abstract: An actuator comprises at least one actuating element consisting of a material 3,4 which may be piezoelectric, magnetostrictive or a shape memory material, and which is arranged on a deformable planiform carrier 5 . At least a part of each carrier is curved to describe an arc of at least 180{, and the actuator arrangement is mirror-symmetrical about its central plane. In a practical embodiment (Fig.7, not shown), an array of actuators are arranged along an aircraft wing and can be used to produce "bumps" in the surface of the wing.