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Patent GB-2498785-A (GB)
Title: Split hybrid having manual transmission and series mode
Inventor: ROMANATO ROBERTO
IPC: B60K6/36
Filed: 2012-01-27
Abstract: A hybrid powertrain 100 for a vehicle 101 comprises a first wheel drive 105, a second wheel drive 110, an engine 160 having a crankshaft 180, a first motor-generator electric unit 195 coupled to the crankshaft 180, a second motor-generator electric unit 145 coupled to the second wheel drive 110, and an electrical energy storage device 135 conÂ­nected to both motor-generator electric units 195, 145. A manual transmission 215 coupled to the first wheel drive 105 is drivable by the crankshaft 180 via a clutch 220. An electric actuator 400 is provided for actuating the clutch 220, and an electronic control unit 405 (ECU) is in communication with the electric actuator 400. The clutch may provide disconnection of the transmission when the first motor generator 195 is not operating as a motor, according to a mode of the vehicle. The clutch 220 is operated by the ECU, which may take account of a drivers    clutch pedal position. The invention provides a hybrid vehicle with automatic mode control and the efficiency and cost advantages of a manual transmission.
Patent GB-2499021-A (GB)
Title: Reporting the impact of broadcasts
Inventor: CARROTTE LEE ANDREW
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 2012-02-03
Abstract: The application relates to an apparatus and method for reporting the impact of broadcasts, particularly for reporting on public sentiment on opinions stated in broadcasts. The apparatus comprises a receiver for receiving broadcast data, such as a TV program, a communications interface for receiving communications from a group communications network, such as a social network, and a sentiment analyser arranged to receive an output from the receiver and the communication interface. Sentiment analysis is then performed on the output of the receiver and the communications interface, and an output module outputs data from the sentiment analyser and at least one of data from the receiver and the communications interface. Extractors 6,8 may extract data, such as text, from the broadcast data and communications. The broadcast data may be correlated 10 with group communications occurring at a later time, as comments on a TV program will typically occur sometime after it is broadcast.
Patent GB-2485101-A (GB)
Title: Scroll pump
Inventor: HOCKLIFFE MILES GEOFFREY
IPC: F04C18/02
Filed: 2010-04-09
Abstract: The present invention relates to a scroll pump (10) comprising two scrolls (20, 22) which are co-operable for pumping fluid from an inlet (24) to an outlet (26) on relative orbiting motion of the scrolls. Each scroll comprises a scroll base (30, 36) from which a spiral scroll wall (28, 34) extends generally axially towards the base of the opposing scroll. The pump comprises a tip seal arrangement comprising an axial end portion of one or both of the scroll walls which locates a tip seal (508) for resisting the passage of pumped fluid across the or both scroll walls between the or both scroll walls and the scroll base of the opposing scroll. The tip seal arrangement limits axial movement of the tip seal towards the scroll base of the opposing scroll along a first spiral region (507) of the or both scrolls between the inlet and the outlet.
Patent GB-2501708-A (GB)
Title: Micro CHP unit with vibration damping
Inventor: RAWSON JAMES
IPC: F02G5/02
Filed: 2012-05-01
Abstract: A micro combined heat and power (mCHP) unit has an electric generator 14, an internal combustion (IC) engine 212, a heat exchanger configured to transfer waste heat energy from the IC engine and/or the generator, and a second heat exchanger to transfer heat from the burner exhaust to a working fluid. An anti-vibration device 202 is connected to the mCHP unit 200. The anti-vibration device 202 may comprise an elongate arm e.g. steel tube 204 with a weight 208 at the free end of the arm 204. The mass and/or position of weight 208 may be adjustable.
Patent GB-2493238-A (GB)
Title: Graphene channel-based devices and methods for fabrication thereof
Inventor: CHEN KUAN-NENG
IPC: B82Y10/00
Filed: 2011-04-26
Abstract: Graphene-channel based devices and techniques for the fabrication thereof are provided. In one aspect, a semiconductor device includes a first wafer having at least one graphene channel formed on a first substrate, a first oxide layer surrounding the graphene channel and source and drain contacts to the graphene channel that extend through the first oxide layer; and a second wafer having a CMOS device layer formed in a second substrate, a second oxide layer surrounding the CMOS device layer and a plurality of contacts to the CMOS device layer that extend through the second oxide layer, the wafers being bonded together by way of an oxide-to-oxide bond between the oxide layers. One or more of the contacts to the CMOS device layer are in contact with the source and drain contacts. One or more other of the contacts to the CMOS device layer are gate contacts for the graphene channel.
Patent GB-2506392-A (GB)
Title: Laundry washing machine that utilises low-frequency micro-vibration
Inventor: GOH CAROL SU LIN
IPC: D06F19/00
Filed: 2012-09-28
Abstract: This invention relates to an eco-friendly laundry washing machine, comprising the following core features; a tank 12 with a vibrating surface 200 mounted on the inner surface of the base 120 of the tank, a filtration system (18, fig 4c) comprising at least one actuator device and one filter enclosure with permanent filter media and a vacuum pump (14, fig 4c). Said vibrating surface comprises at least one magnetic pole 201 on one side of the surface and at least one electromagnet pole 202 mounted on the other side of the surface, wherein, low-frequency micro-vibration is achieved by pulses or waves created by polarity differences between the magnet & corresponding electromagnet, to provide the necessary washing and rinsing action. This invention is applicable for washing machines that are front-loading, top-loading, both front and top-loading in one unit together or two front-loading units in one washing machine unit. Moreover, the individual core features can be customised and incorporated into any conventional washing machine.
Patent GB-2513290-A (GB)
Title: Foam generating spray device
Inventor: HAWORTH STUART HYRAM
IPC: B05B7/00
Filed: 2013-02-12
Abstract: A spray device (1, figure 1) intended for use in producing so-called snow-foam is disclosed. The device comprises a container (2 figure 1) for holding detergent, a spray head for mounting on the container and a liquid supply arrangement for transferring liquid from the container to the spray head. The spray head comprises a body (5, figure 2), a chamber 12 formed in the body and being in communication with the atmosphere, an elongate foam generating outlet bore 8, a detergent inlet aperture in a surface of the chamber, the inlet aperture communicating with the liquid supply arrangement and being for communication with the interior of the container, and a water inlet for the chamber. The water inlet is configured to direct a jet of water over the detergent inlet and into the chamber. The water inlet and the detergent inlet aperture are co-configured so that passage of the water jet over the inlet aperture causes detergent from the container to be drawn into the chamber. The inner surface of the foam generating outlet bore is formed as an aerating surface.
Patent GB-2511574-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and methods for magnet retention
Inventor: POWELL DAVID JAMES
IPC: H01F7/02
Filed: 2013-03-08
Abstract: A magnet carrier 10 comprises a channel 30 which is suitable for receiving an encircling magnet retainer 20. The magnet carrier 10 may be formed of ferromagnetic material, such as steel, with chamfered and/or rounded profile channels 30 and tapped hole means for mounting on to a rotor rim. The magnet carrier 10 may be used in the manufacture of a magnet assembly 100, where the carrier 10 and a permanent magnet 60 are encircled by a magnet retainer 20 such that it passes through a carrier channel 30. The retainer 20 may comprise epoxy with fibre filaments such as carbon or glass which may be wound around the magnet 60 and carrier 10 to encircle them. The retainer 20 may be thinner on the surface of the magnet 60 than it is within a carrier channel 30. The magnet 60 may be a laminated, segment shaped magnet with rounded edges which is held together by the tension provided by the retainer 20. A plurality of the permanent magnet assemblies 100 may be secured to a ferromagnetic rotor rim to form a rotor. The carrier channels may be arranged to extend in the axial or circumferential direction of the rotor. The carrier 10 and assembly 100 may provide a simple, strong and effective rotor magnet retention system.
Patent GB-2516093-A (GB)
Title: Door safety hinge
Inventor: HALL BENJAMIN
IPC: E05D3/02
Filed: 2013-07-11
Abstract: A hinge for mounting a door to open both inwards and outwards comprising a pair of longitudinal hinge members 10, 40 each with a plurality of axially aligned and spaced apart tubular sleeves attached to mounting elements 12, 42, the sleeves interdigitating coaxially to receive a hinge pin 115, the mounting element of each hinge member having a flat surface for attachment to a door edge or door frame, said surface facing away from the sleeve and being spaced therefrom, the sleeves being able to rotate relative to one another by at least 45 degrees in either direction from a central closed position. Each hinge member may be formed integrally by extrusion. One hinge member may be formed with its sleeves spaced apart from the mounting elements by an integral web having a necked cross-section with concave surfaces on each side. The hinge may be used in schools, hospitals or mental health facilities to prevent accidental injury of fingers.
Patent GB-2516467-A (GB)
Title: Communication system
Inventor: CHEN YUHUA
IPC: H04W24/08
Filed: 2013-07-23
Abstract: A communication system is disclosed in which a base station operates a cell in a region where connection attempts by a communication device to that cell are at risk of failure. The communication device selects the cell when in the region and attempts to initiate a connection with the base station via the cell. The communication device identifies consecutive failures in respective attempts to initiate an RRC (Radio Resource Control) connection, and reports the occurrence of consecutive failures to the communication system at a reporting opportunity. This is used to detect phantom cells where, due to environmental factors, a cell is measured by a mobile device to have the strongest signal, but be unsuitable for the device to connect to. This reduces the drive-time testing of a network.
Patent GB-2519083-A (GB)
Title: Suspended display
Inventor: SCHOTTLANDER MARK
IPC: G09F15/00
Filed: 2013-10-08
Abstract: A suspended display is disclosed for displaying an image carried by a substrate made of flexible sheet material 26. The display comprises an open frame formed of members 20 that are jointed to one another at corners of the frame. Formations, e.g. grooves 24, are provided on the members for gripping edge regions of the substrate. Suspension cables 12 are provided for suspending the display, which cables pass through an aperture in the upper member of the frame and are secured to a lower frame member, such that the weight of the display is supported by the lower member. The display is preferably double sided with substrates sheets attached to both sides of the frame. An LED lighting system is preferably housed in the frame. The suspension cables 12 may be wound directly onto a winch or may be attached to a bar 14 that is suspended by further cables 16 from a remotely controlled hoist 18.
Patent GB-2509216-A (GB)
Title: A securing device for location on a bicycle carrying rack
Inventor: WANG CHIU-KUEI
IPC: B60R9/048
Filed: 2013-10-16
Abstract: A securing device, particularly intended for securing a bicycle frame to a carrier rack on the rear of a vehicle, includes a base 10, a positioning member 30 and a belt 40. The base has a lever 20 pivotably connected thereto and an insertion hole 24 is defined between the inside of the lever and an outer side plate 12 of the base. At least one tooth (23, figure 8) extends from the inside of the lever and is located in the insertion hole. The base is mounted to the bicycle carry rack by means of a transverse passage 15 and the positioning member is connected to the base. The bicycle frame (50) is accommodated in a groove 33 of the positioning member. The belt has one end 41 connected to the base and the other end of the belt inserted into the insertion hole. The belt has multiple engaging notches 42 and the tooth on the lever is engaged with one of the engaging notches to secure the bicycle frame. The tooth is disengaged from the engaging notch to release the belt by pivoting the lever.
Patent GB-2519945-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for selectively determining a mode of operation
Inventor: ROSSO VINCE
IPC: G08B29/00
Filed: 2013-10-28
Abstract: An apparatus for selectively switching a mode of operation of a detector between a source mode, where the detector supplies an electric current representative of the signal, and a sink mode, where the detector draws an electric current representative of the signal. The apparatus comprises a detector 20 configured for connection to a signalling terminal 29, switching means 24, e.g. a timer and latch system, for configuring the detector 20 to operate in one of sink mode or source mode and a voltage comparator 26. The apparatus 20 is configured to selectively switch to operate in sink mode or source mode based on a comparison of a voltage from the signalling terminal 29 received at the voltage comparator 26 with a threshold voltage. The apparatus can be a gas detector, and can be connected to an alarm system. The apparatus can further comprise memory and a processor.
Patent GB-2504891-A (GB)
Title: Laser tracker with enhanced handling features
Inventor: STEFFEY KENNETH
IPC: G16Z99/00
Filed: 2012-04-16
Abstract: A coordinate measurement device includes: first and second angle measuring devices; a distance meter; a position detector; a first collection of illuminators rotatable about the first axis and fixed with respect to the second axis, the first collection configured to provide a first light selected from among at least two different colors of light in a visible spectrum, the first collection configured to make the first light visible from first and second points along the second axis and external to the device, the first and second points on opposite sides of the device; a second collection of illuminators rotatable about the first and second axes, the second collection configured to provide at least a second light selected from among two different colors of illumination in the visible spectrum; and a processor configured to provide a pattern of illumination for the first and second collections.
Patent GB-2521226-A (GB)
Title: An end fitting for a tube housed by a cavity and a method of installing a tube in a cavity
Inventor: VRIELINK RONALD OUDE
IPC: F04B43/12
Filed: 2013-12-16
Abstract: An end fitting for a tube 30 housed by a cavity, such as a peristaltic pump, comprising a bracket 6 having a first abutment shoulder 14a which opposes a port 4 of the cavity; a compression ring 16 against the first abutment shoulder to receive the tube therethrough, the compression ring defining a void; an insert 32 to be received within the interior of the tube such that the insert overlaps and extends beyond the compression ring; and a fastener 20 for connecting the bracket to the port to draw the bracket towards the port, where the compression ring is compressed between the first abutment shoulder and the port to seal the port such that the void defined by the compression ring is deformed; wherein the deformation of the void reduces its axial extent and increases its radial extent, thereby compressing the tube against the insert. A method of installing a tube in a cavity is also claimed.
Patent GB-2523150-A (GB)
Title: Container
Inventor: ROTHWELL SIMON KNOWLES
IPC: B65F1/00
Filed: 2014-02-14
Abstract: A carton 10 formed from a blank 12 with flaps 26, 32 which overlap but have gaps between them. Preferably the carton is polygonal, ideally tubular rectangular, in plan. While it may be made from a single blank this is ideally divided into two portions 12, 84 before assembly The carton may be collapsible. One flap 84 secures to the top of opposed side walls 66, 68 by tabs 88 projecting through slots 110 formed in further tabs 106 at the top of said walls. The other is connected to a third wall 62 by a fold and can be secured in place by triangular tabs 80 projecting up from the flaps edges and abutting the first flap 84. The container can also have a hinged 92 lid 90. The blank could be made from card with waterproofing on one side. It can have silver based antimicrobial properties and malodour control such as a fragrance.
Patent GB-2515865-A (GB)
Title: Novel Use
Inventor: TZORTZIS GEORGIOS
IPC: A61P25/28
Filed: 2014-03-27
Abstract: A galactooligosaccharide composition comprising disaccharides Gal (Ã1â3)âGlc; Gal (Ã 1â3)âGal; Gal (Ã 1â6)âGal; Gal (Î± 1â6)âGal; trisaccharides Gal (Ã1â6)âGal (Ã1â4)âGlc; Gal (Ã1â3)âGal (Ã1â4)âGlc; tetrasaccharide Gal (Ã1â6)âGal (Ã1â6)âGal (Ã1â4)âGlc and pentasaccharide Gal (Ã1â6)âGal (Ã1â6)âGal (Ã1â6)âGal (Ã1â4)âGlc for use in preventing or treating cognitive dysfunction and/or emotional disturbances in neuropsychiatric illnesses or ageing. Preferably the cognitive dysfunction is cognitive decline or impairment as a result of ageing, dementia, or schizophrenia. Preferably the neuropsychiatric illnesses are depressive disorders or anxiety disorders. The composition may be in the form of a powder, a tablet, a capsule, a liquid formulation such as a syrup, or a soft pastille.
Patent GB-2526115-A (GB)
Title: Wound dressing
Inventor: COTTON STEPHEN
IPC: A61F13/02
Filed: 2014-05-14
Abstract: A non-adherent wound dressing 1 comprising an adhesive skin or wound contact layer 15 provided with perforations 21,22, wherein the perforations 21,22 comprise a first set of perforations 21 of a first dimension in a centrally central region of the contact layer 15 that, in use, overlies a wound, and a second set or perforations 22 of a second dimension in a peripheral region of the contact layer 15 that in use overlies the peri-wound skin, the first dimension being greater than the second dimension. The skin contact layer 15 may be provided with a skin contact adhesive. The wound dressing 1 further comprises an absorbent body 14 positioned on the side of the contact layer 15 that, in use, is remote from the wound and in fluid communication with the first set of perforations 21. The dressing 1 performs as an atraumatic dressing which provide pain-free removal and the ability to remove a dressing without trauma to the wound.
Patent GB-2516761-A (GB)
Title: Saw blade and saw blade tooth construction
Inventor: ENGVALL DAVID P
IPC: B27B33/12
Filed: 2014-06-26
Abstract: The saw blade comprises a plate 4 with at least one tooth 2 and a tip 10. A tip pocket 12 is formed in the tooth with a continuously curved surface. The tip has a back face 14 which is shaped to match the continuously curved surface of the tip pocket. A joint joins the tip to the tooth and extends substantially the length of the tip pocket and the back face. The continuously curved surface may have a wave profile and a top face 18 of the tip may be coplanar with a peripheral face 22 of the tooth.
Patent GB-2528486-A (GB)
Title: Verification method and system for digital currency
Inventor: DANIELS JOSHUA
IPC: G06Q20/36
Filed: 2014-07-23
Abstract: A digital wallet 6 is paired with a repository or vault 1 storing electronic funds or digital currency e.g. bitcoin, which may be at a secure, access controlled location e.g. a users premises such as home, work or online bank. The repository and wallet can only communicate wirelessly and in proximity to one another, the repository only pushing funds to the digital wallet on receiving and verifying wallet identification, the wallet then being usable at remote locations 8 e.g. ATMs or entertainment venues. The repository may be in a sealed housing without external data ports preventing physical interface and near field communication such as Bluetoothâ„¢, ZigBeeâ„¢, RFID, iBeaconâ„¢ or Ultra-wideband may be used. Funds are transferred by push by the wallet or repository. The pairing may be via software and/or hardware pairing. A user's identity may be authenticated using biometric data, fingerprint scanning, PIN authentication etc. Verification of the wallet with the repository may be requested by a merchant terminal 8 via the internet to authenticate a transaction and funds may be transferred into, but not out of the vault via the internet by authorized currency sources. Thus, the invention provides an alternative, secure payment process and architecture.
Patent GB-2528840-A (GB)
Title: Proper personalised games
Inventor: MATTHEWS NEIL GEORGE
IPC: G06F19/00
Filed: 2014-07-27
Abstract: A personalised video game in which images, video and sounds are captured to be included in a video game. The game may be selected by the user from a list of preset games or they may provide their own story line or narrative to be created as a game.
Patent GB-2529237-A (GB)
Title: Methods, device and apparatus for evaluating electrical current threat effects at joints
Inventor: MILLS RICHARD
IPC: G01R29/08
Filed: 2014-08-14
Abstract: A joint, e.g. in an aircraft fuel tank, comprises a fastener 230 such as a nut 234 and bolt 232 passing through a panel 210. The effect of lightning, or other abnormal current such as a short circuit, on the joint is assessed by providing a sealed containment member 10, placed over the end of the joint, to capture plasma, gases and/or particulates emitted by the fastener when high current is applied. One or more sensors, such as fibre optic sensors, are associated with the containment member and/or joint and measure parameters of the plasma, gas or particles. The sensors may be temperature, pressure or light sensors. The properties of the plasma, gas, or particles may be used to design joints that produce lower likelihood of fuel ignition under simulated lightning strike conditions. Changes in the properties over time after applying the simulated lightning strike may also be measured.
Patent GB-2525771-A (GB)
Title: Methods and systems related to electrosurgical wands
Inventor: WOLOSZKO JEAN
IPC: A61B18/14
Filed: 2014-03-06
Abstract: An electrosurgical wand comprising an elongate housing that defines a handle end and a distal end 108, a tubing member coupled to the elongate housing. A spacer 200 of non-conductive material disposed on the distal end 108. A conductive electrode 202 disposed on the spacer, the conductive electrode defines an outer perimeter. A first aperture 208 e.g. aspirator aperture, defined at least in part by the spacer, the first aperture fluidly coupled to the tubing member, wherein the first aperture defines a distal cross-sectional area 302, and wherein the first aperture defines a proximal cross-sectional area 304, the proximal cross-sectional area 304 closer along a flow path to the handle end than the distal cross-sectional area 302, and the distal cross sectional area 302 smaller than the proximal cross-sectional area 304.Tissue only needs to be broken into pieces just small enough to pass through the constriction of the distal section 302 of aperture 208. The aperture 208 opens or widens behind the distal section 302, and thus if tissue can fit through the distal section 302, the tissue is likely to transverse the entire aspiration path without clogging.