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Patent GB-2277317-A (GB)
Title: "A test apparatus for a vehicle fuel dispensing system"
Inventor: BERGIN DENIS
IPC: B67D7/04
Filed: 1993-04-20
Abstract: A test apparatus for the control electronics or pump head of a fuel dispensing system has four pump-head-testing stations 3, 4, 5 and 6 connected to a central controller 7. The central controller 7 simulates digital input signals to a pump head according to instructions received from an operator interface 12 at each test station. Electro-mechanical output circuits are used for provision of low frequency digital signals, whereas electronic circuits are used for provision of high frequency signals. Output signals from the pump head under test 42 are transmitted to an AC monitor device 15 which not only indicates the outputs which are transmitted from the pump head but also powers a load which simulates the output characteristics of the fuel dispensing system. Thus, the apparatus simulates the mechanical parts of a fuel dispensing system so that the pump head may be tested in a complete and thorough manner and with a maximum of versatility. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2274758-A (GB)
Title: Telephone systems and method of operation
Inventor: PINARD DEBORAH L
IPC: H04M3/42
Filed: 1993-08-12
Abstract: A method of establishing a telephone communication link from a calling line to one of plural peripheral devices associated with a single telephone number in a central office telephone switching system or PBX is comprised of storing in a memory a first table of directory numbers and equipment identifiers associated with each directory number, storing in a memory a second table of references to physical peripheral devices associated with each equipment identifier, receiving a request for service to a particular directory number, accessing the first table using the particular directory number and obtaining references to all equipment identifiers associated therewith, accessing the second table using the particular equipment identifiers associated with the particular directory number and identifying the particular physical peripheral devices associated with the particular identifiers, ringing all of the particular physical peripheral devices, detecting one of the particular physical devices going off-hook, ceasing ringing of all the particular peripheral devices, and establishing a communication link only to the one physical device. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2270958-A (GB)
Title: Power transmitting assembly
Inventor: WEILANT DAVID R
IPC: F16H48/30
Filed: 1993-09-09
Abstract: A locking hub assembly (18) for operatively engaging and disengaging a power driven axle (26) to a wheel includes a first rotatable assembly (16, 40, 42) in communication with the wheel, a second rotatable assembly (66) in communication with the power driven axle (26) having an axially movable rotating member (68), means (98, 102) for moving the rotating member and a nonrotatable electromagnetic means (122, 166) fixed for nonrotation about the axle (26) for activating the moving means (98, 102). The rotating member (68) is moved between a first position, wherein the first rotatable assembly (16, 40, 42) operatively engages the second rotatable assembly (66), and a second position, wherein the first rotatable assembly (16,40, 42) is disengaged from the second rotatable assembly (66). A bevel gear differential (FIGS 20 or 24) has an electromagnetically actuated lock that selectively locks an axle shaft to a differential case so that the differential case and axle shafts rotate in unison. The electromagnetically actuated lock may be engaged and disengaged manually or automatically in response to wheel slip. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2282234-A (GB)
Title: Protective eye glasses
Inventor: TASOU TASOS
IPC: G02C7/16
Filed: 1993-09-24
Abstract: Each eye piece 3 includes a cover formed of pivoted thin shutter blades 6 which open and close like an iris diaphragm. The assembly may be entirely of metal with the shutter blades of perforated metal sheet or translucent plastics material. This allows a sturdy construction where the degree of eye protection can be adjusted by the wearer. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2284407-A (GB)
Title: Spacer means for positioning between articles
Inventor: FLEUREN NORBERT
IPC: B65D5/496
Filed: 1993-12-01
Abstract: Spacer means for positioning between articles 1, 2, 3 such as containers comprises at least one spacer portion 4 which in use extends in an upstanding position in a substantially meander-like configuration as viewed in plan between the articles which are arranged in a row. The spacer portion 4 can be formed by a process wherein a straight portion is introduced between two rows of articles 1, 2, 3, with the articles of one row being in displace relationship with the articles of the other row. The two rows of articles are then moved together so as to constitute a common row, thereby deforming the straight portion into a portion of meander-like configuration extending between the articles for holding them in position. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2276314-A (GB)
Title: Foldable and collapsible stand for a musical instrument
Inventor: ANSELL ROY MAURICE
IPC: G10G5/00
Filed: 1994-01-10
Abstract: An instrument stand of the type used by musicians comprises a base member 4 having horizontal feet 6 and two legs 8 interconnected at their upper ends by a hinge 10. Guide members 12 are provided on the legs adjacent the hinge, and a vertical column 22 comprising two rods 24 is slideably located within the guide members, such that the stand by erected or collapsed rapidly by sliding the column within the guide members, and folding the legs together. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2288048-A (GB)
Title: Intergrated circuit
Inventor: YEH TSUEI-CHI
IPC: G11C7/24
Filed: 1994-03-29
Abstract: An integrated circuit (1) destroys itself by a voltage signal generated therein when a predetermined condition is met. The integrated circuit comprises a transistor (11) and a fuse-type switch device (13). The transistor (11) has a control terminal (110) coupled to a first reference voltage (V1) initially to enable the integrated circuit. The fuse-type switch device (13), in response to a voltage signal, couples the control terminal to a second reference (V2) thereby disabling the function of the integrated circuit permanently.   <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2277269-A (GB)
Title: Replaceable cardiac pacemaker or defibrillator
Inventor: SPACEY DEBRA
IPC: A61N1/375
Filed: 1994-04-19
Abstract: A pacemaker 22 is provided with a header block 24 which has a socket 26 into which are built electrical connections 38, 40 to which the pacing lead 6 connects. The header block has at the opposite end of the socket 26 a supplementary access port 28 which allows insertion of a stylet in order to allow continuous connection of the heart to a pacemaker whilst the implanted pacemaker 22 is replaced. This is achieved by the use of a bifurcated, or double, lead connected to an external pacemaker. The access port 28 comprises a silicone rubber plug 30 which excludes body fluids from the socket and pacing lead. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2278405-A (GB)
Title: Circulation pump for high purity gases at high pressures
Inventor: WALKER IAN ROSS
IPC: F04B49/06
Filed: 1994-05-24
Abstract: A magnetically-driven clearance-sealed piston pump for pumping high purity gases at high pressures comprises a piston 11 having a permanent magnetic member 13 and a cylinder 2 of non-ferromagnetic material in which the piston reciprocates. The cylinder wall and piston 11 are preferably composed of metal having hexagonal close packed structure at least at the surface the coefficient of friction of said metal being less than 0.9 in air, inert gas, or ultrahigh vacuum. The metal may be alloy having the composition: 9-11% Ni, 19-21% Cr, 14-16% W, 0-3% Fe, 0.05-0.15% C, 0-1% Si, 1-2% Mn, 0-0.03% P, 0-0.03% S, and balance Co. The cylinder wall may have at least one pressure-equalising groove 17. Movement of the member 13 is controlled and monitored by subtracting a signal representing the variable magnetic field produced by solenoid 21 from a signal representing the total magnetic field produced by solenoid 21 and member 13 to produce a signal dependent only on the position of the member 13 and controlling the variable magnetic field according to this signal. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2279324-A (GB)
Title: Pallet locator for fork lift
Inventor: BRIDGE STEPHEN JOHN
IPC: B66F9/18
Filed: 1994-06-02
Abstract: A safety device for preventing excessive movement of a load supported by a fork-lift truck, comprises a spring-operated linkage system 14 movable between inoperative and operative positions figs 4 and 5 respectively. The linkage system includes an operating lever 24 which is connected to a latch 21 by a link 25. A spring 26 acts on the latch 21 so as to continually bias the linkage system to the inoperative position (fig 4). When the lifting apparatus is supporting a load 4, the linkage system is moved to the operative position (fig 5) by engagement of the operating lever 24 with the load 4. In this position the latch 21 prevents excessive movement of the load. The safety device may be positioned between two load-supporting prongs on the lifting apparatus, the prongs being insertable into guides provided on the load. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2292728-A (GB)
Title: Plant container and plant labelling
Inventor: MOORE JOHN MAURICE
IPC: G09F3/12
Filed: 1994-09-02
Abstract: A labelling system for plant containers includes a label 20 having an information area 21 and two spaced legs 22 each having a neck region 23 adjacent the area 21. The container 10 has a flange 12 in two corner regions of which are formed slots 17 and 18 respectively, the slots lying at about 120 DEG  to each other. As the legs 22 of a label are pressed in the slots 17 and 18, the label deforms to some extent, but then springs back as the neck regions 23 locate in the slots. The label 20 is thus held securely to the container. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2283126-A (GB)
Title: A gain controllable optical amplifier
Inventor: SHIMIZU KATSUHIRO
IPC: H04B10/564
Filed: 1994-09-22
Abstract: A gain controllable optical amplifier comprises a rare earth doped fiber 3 which amplifies an input signal 1 by means of a pump source 8, a compensation-signal source 11 which injects a compensation-signal propagating Co- or contra-directionally with respect to the input signal into the optical fiber, a gain detector 23 which measures a spontaneous emission light of the pump source at an input side of the optical fiber and a compensation-signal source controller 12a which controls the output of the compensation-signal source based on output of the gain detector. A coupler and a wavelength selective reflector (4a and 13, fig. 5) which reflects light of the same wavelength as the compensation-signal, may be provided at the input side of the optical fiber. Configurations are also described which involve use of a monitor signal generator/modulator or of control of the wavelength of the compensation signal so that it always differs from that of the input signal. The amplifier may be used in a LAN or distribution system. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2282518-A (GB)
Title: Animal scaring device
Inventor: MURPHY ALBERT
IPC: A01M29/06
Filed: 1994-10-06
Abstract: Animal deterrent apparatus in the form of an imitation bird of prey. One or more parts of the bird are periodically movable to imitate a live bird. Means are also provided within the bird to emit a noise such as an attack screech during movement of the bird.
Patent GB-2285897-A (GB)
Title: Screen-based telephone set
Inventor: PEZZULLO WILLIAM V
IPC: H04M1/2747
Filed: 1994-12-20
Abstract: An interactive subscriber telephone terminal, comprising: a display screen 19; a plurality of temporarily definable response/data entry keys 18; and local control means 17 for selectively causing the display screen 19 and/or the response/data entry keys 18 to be controlled by one of: remote signals transmitted to the terminal from a telephone switching office, and the local control means. The method of operating this microprocessor controlled telephone set, which incorporates a user-data memory, comprises the steps of: accessing the user data memory by defining a set of utility functions in a physical access module; translating a logical access request originated by a user of the telephone set to a corresponding utility function; and generating a logical access request in response to activation of a function-key. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2287945-A (GB)
Title: 1:2-Metal Complex Dyes
Inventor: BARRA JORDI BERENGUER
IPC: D06P1/10
Filed: 1995-03-27
Abstract: The invention provides a 1:2-metal complex in which at least one of the complexants is a polyazocompound of formula   <IMAGE>  wherein -A1-(CO)p-OH signifies the radical of a diazo     compound of formula H2N-A-(CO)p-OH,          in which the substituent -(CO)p-OH is in ortho-position to the diazotizable aminogroup -NH2, -A- is the ortho-bivalent radical                and p signifies 0 or 1,          or a modified derivative thereof,     -X-  signifies an aromatic bivalent radical,     -B1 signifies the radical of a coupling component HB, or     a modified derivative thereof,     m signifies 0 or 1,     n    signifies 0, 1 or 2 and M  signifies hydrogen or a cation, with the proviso that m + n = 1 or 2, or a mixture of such complexes and to the use thereof as dyestuffs, in particular for the dyeing of a substrate dyeable with anionic dyes, especially of leather or pelts.
Patent GB-2299553-A (GB)
Title: Disposable tyre cover
Inventor: GRIFFIN DOMINIC
IPC: B05B15/04
Filed: 1995-04-04
Abstract: A disposable tyre cover for use in masking vehicle tyres during spray painting of the wheel rims has two holes with elasticated edges 2, 3 so that the cover may be pulled over a tyre on a wheel. In a second embodiment (Fig 4) the tyre cover is of a "dog kennel" shape in a lay-flat form on a tear-off roll, its two holes not being elasticated. The cover can be pulled over a wheel and its edges sealed with adhesive tape.
Patent GB-2290895-A (GB)
Title: Shift register with comparator
Inventor: DEAS ALEXANDER ROGER
IPC: G11C29/00
Filed: 1995-04-10
Abstract: A storage register for use with a circuit for intercepting and replacing faulty cells where the storage register comprises a shift register with a latch structure to enable it to store data and present it to a comparator circuit. The shift register comprising a first stage and a second stage inverter circuit such that on application of the hold controlling signal the integrity of the data at the output of the second stage inverter is retained. An output transistor stage is controlled by the ADDR data bit and its complement ADDR and functions as the comparator and is equivalent to an Exclusive OR function. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2291528-A (GB)
Title: Display system with data compression
Inventor: MITAL AMIT
IPC: G09G5/399
Filed: 1995-06-16
Abstract: A display system for a portable computer having a liquid crystal display in which visual information is stored in a frame buffer 24, compressed and stored in its compressed form in a compressed data buffer 52 and then directed to the display. The system also includes and a data decompressor 30. Data is compressed by a microprocessor during idle times and decompressed on the fly. Such a system reduces power consumption. Data compression is achieved by run length encoding where a repeating character sequence is reduced to a single character plus an associated count of the number of times a character is repeated. Data is selected for compression on the basis of that count. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2304362-A (GB)
Title: Venetian blind with groups of independently tiltable lamellae
Inventor: GOODWIN ANDREW MAXWELL
IPC: E06B9/307
Filed: 1995-08-22
Abstract: A venetian blind has groups of lamellae 2, 5 which can be tilted independently of lamellae in other groups. The tilting mechanism is driven by rotation of rods 11, 12 of varying diameter so that they may be mounted within each other to form a single unit 7. Disks 9, 10 at the top of the rods 11, 12 are connected by a link (22, figure 4) to rotatable disks (13-16, figure 5) about which tilt cords 19, 20 are wound. The upper surface of the slats may be silvered or highly reflective.
Patent GB-2304771-A (GB)
Title: Subsea oilfield equipment protection
Inventor: GLEN SIMON
IPC: E21B33/037
Filed: 1995-09-02
Abstract: A protective structure comprising a framework 46 is secured to subsea oilfield equipment e.g. a pair of riser pipes (not shown) by upper 80 and lower 76,78 clamps between which collars attached to the framework 46 are sandwiched. A tool for aligning the clamps 76,78 at the correct height on the riser pipes is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2305630-A (GB)
Title: Postcard with adhesive areas for attachment of photographs or other items
Inventor: MORRIS MARTIN
IPC: B42D15/04
Filed: 1995-09-30
Abstract: A postcard includes an adhesive patch covered with protective paper which can be peeled off prior to the adhesion of a photograph or other item of the user's choice. The self-adhesive patch can be revealed in two different sizes, the smaller (114mm x 84mm) to receive an instant photograph print (118mm x 88mm plus a 2mm margin). The surrounding frame-shaped patch can also be removed if required to take a larger photograph or other item. The reverse of the card contains the usual provision of message area, address area and stamp positioning guide. In addition a speech bubble or similar promotional device may be pre-printed on the adhesive side of the card to include applied writing/captions to accompany the photograph or other item.
Patent GB-2297564-A (GB)
Title: Coated elastomeric polymer filaments
Inventor: PIGG WILLIAM
IPC: D06M15/564
Filed: 1996-01-30
Abstract: A non-synthetic elastomeric polymer filament is coated with a protective barrier, eg. polyurethane layer, to prevent possible allergic responses to proteins contained in some non-synthetic polymers. The filaments can be used in bandages to provide elasticity.
Patent GB-2295805-A (GB)
Title: Counter-rotating surfacing marine drive with reduced drag water line
Inventor: ALEXANDER JR CHARLES F
IPC: B63H20/22
Filed: 1994-06-27
Abstract: In a marine drive 10 having two counter-rotating surface operating propellers 12 and 14, a drive housing 20 having upper and lower horizontal bores 22 and 24 and an intersecting vertical bore 26 therebetween, the housing 20 has a lower horizontal torpedo portion 188 around the lower horizontal bore 24. The housing 20 has a skeg 194 extending downwardly below the torpedo 188, and a water intake 192 is provided in the skeg 194. The water line is above the water intake 192, and the bottom of the torpedo 188 is at or above the plane 230 of the bottom 190 of the boat 18. In a given trimmed-in condition (Fig. 5) the torpedo 188 extends at an upward angle from the aft end thereof, and the bottom of the propeller hubs 232, 234 define a horizontal line at or above the noted plane 230. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2299516-A (GB)
Title: Wound golf balls
Inventor: KAKIUCHI SHINICHI
IPC: A63B37/00
Filed: 1996-04-01
Abstract: In a wound golf ball comprising a wound core (3) having thread rubber wound on a center (1) to form a thread rubber layer (2) thereon and a cover (4) around the wound core, the thread rubber layer (2) consists of an inner lamina (2a) of lightly wound thread rubber, an intermediate lamina (2b) of tightly wound read rubber, and an outer lamina (2c) of lightly wound thread rubber. The ball is improved in flying distance and durability.
Patent GB-2298628-A (GB)
Title: Preparation of hollow microcapsules
Inventor: OSBORNE NICHOLAS
IPC: A61K49/22
Filed: 1995-11-15
Abstract: A process for forming microcapsules comprising (i) providing a solution of a protein in an aqueous solvent and (ii) spraying the said solution into a gas such that the aqueous solvent evaporates, thereby forming hollow microcapsules, characterised in that the aqueous solution contains a liquid of greater volatility than water.The protein is preferably albumin and the volatile liquid is preferably ethanol.The microcapsules may be used as ultrasound echogenic contrast agents.
Patent GB-2305000-A (GB)
Title: Micropackage for an electronic memory card
Inventor: RIGAL VINCENT
IPC: H01L23/04
Filed: 1996-08-13
Abstract: The micropackage includes a semiconductor chip (11) disposed on a first face of an insulating support (12), and electrical contact zones extending along a plane defined by a second face of said insulating support (12), the semiconductor chip (11) being connected to the electrical contact zones (13) via connection wires (14). The micropackage (10) includes: ```a metal strip provided with cut-outs defining the electrical contact zones (13); ```a strip of insulating material disposed on one face of the metal strip, the strip of insulating material constituting the insulating support (12), and sparing, the electrical contact zones (13); ```a housing (130) for the semiconductor chip (11), surrounding the insulating support (12) and obstructing those cut-outs in the metal strip which are inside the housing (130) and which are not obstructed by the insulating support (12); and ```a coating of resin covering the semiconductor chip (11) and the connection wires (14), at least partially filling the housing (130). Applications include electronic memory cards having microprocessors, and in particular microprocessors constituted by large-sized semiconductor chips.
Patent GB-2307922-A (GB)
Title: Roof valley unit
Inventor: PUGH NORMAN J
IPC: E04D13/04
Filed: 1996-09-03
Abstract: A roof valley unit (8) and a method of installation of roof valley units at valleys between pitched roof sections (9, 10). The roof valley unit lateral wing portions (1, 2) which extend from respective sides of a longitudinally extending upstanding portion (3). Each wing portion (1, 2) has a lateral margin in the form of a flat sheet area which is capable when installed in a roof valley of being positioned beneath an end region of a batten (16, 17) fixed to the roof. Each wing portion (1, 2) may be provided with a longitudinally extending raised portion (4, 7) intermediate the upstanding portion (3) and the lateral margin of the wing portions (1, 2). The upstanding portion (3) may comprise opposed walls interconnected at an apex which is capable of acting as a hinge.
Patent GB-2308489-A (GB)
Title: Dual focusing optical pickup device
Inventor: KIM KI-TAE
IPC: G11B7/1395
Filed: 1996-12-20
Abstract: In a dual focusing optical pickup device, a laser beam is incident on an optical member 24 via a beam splitter 22. Some part of the incident laser beam is reflected by the optical member 24 and then returned to the beam splitter 22 to be focused on an optical disc D1, D2. The other part of the incident beam is refracted and transmitted through the optical member and then totally reflected by a reflecting member 26 to return to the optical member 24. The returned beam is focused to the optical disc D1, D2 via the optical member 24 and the beam splitter 22. The beam which is reflected by the optical member 24 and the beam which is reflected by the reflecting member 26 after being transmitted through the optical member 24 generate a dual focus on the optical disc D1, D2, in which the dual focus has different focal distances. Therefore, optical discs of two kinds in which the recording layers are placed at different distances can be recorded or reproduced.