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Patent GB-2373968-A (GB)
Title: Method of transferring data between information terminal unit and mobile station connected to the internet
Inventor: TOMOIKE HIROYUKI
IPC: H04W84/12
Filed: 2002-02-01
Abstract: A mobile communication system includes: an information terminal unit; a plurality of mobile stations, each of which is adapted to communicate with the information terminal unit; a packet mobile switching center which is adapted to communicate with the plurality of mobile stations through a radio access network; a packet mobile gateway switching center which is adapted to communicate with the packet mobile switching center through a mobile data network; and, a content server which is adapted to communicate with the packet mobile gateway switching center through the Internet. The information terminal unit is adapted to download or upload data from or to the content server through the plurality of mobile stations. The communication system between the portable information terminal unit and each of the mobile stations can be Bluetooth, IrDA (Infrared Data Association), Home Radio frequency or a wired interface. The system allows temporary use of wireless line resources of a local mobile station to transfer data using a short-distance high speed technology, thereby improving the data transfer throughput.
Patent GB-2385274-A (GB)
Title: Vaginal suppository delivery device
Inventor: SHUE MING-JENG
IPC: A61F13/26
Filed: 2002-02-13
Abstract: A vaginal suppository delivery device includes a pincer body 1 having upper and lower clamp members 10 that cooperate to confine a passage 14, a sleeve member 2, and a push rod 4. The clamp members 10 have connecting and clamp end sections 11, 12. The sleeve member 2 is movable toward the connecting and clamp end sections 12 of the clamp members 10 so as to permit the clamp end sections 12 to move away from and toward each other, thereby permitting a suppository 5 to be disposed and clamped in a drug receiving groove 103 in the passage 14. The push rod 4 has an operating end 42 that is operable so as to enable a drug pushing end 41 to push the suppository 5 to move out of the passage 14 after the pincer body 1 has been inserted into a vaginal cavity, thereby delivering the suppository 5 into the vaginal cavity.
Patent GB-2370111-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for automatic focusing in an image capture ystem using symmetric fir filters
Inventor: TAN YAP-PENG
IPC: G03B13/36
Filed: 2000-08-11
Abstract: A method for determining a focus value in an image, including selecting an area of interest in the image and a color plane of interest. Then, filtering the color plane of interest within the area of interest to produce a filtered region; and, determining the mean absolute value of the filtered region. A system for implementing the method is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2414782-A (GB)
Title: Ejector release unit
Inventor: GRIFFIN DENNIS
IPC: F16K31/00
Filed: 2002-02-22
Abstract: An ejector release system for an aircraft-mounted store comprises a reservoir 11 for containing a pre-charged gaseous ejection medium, an actuation cylinder 14,15 connected to the reservoir for effecting ejection of the store and a control valve 12 between the reservoir and actuation cylinder, in which a snap-action pressure relief valve 20 is mounted between the control valve and cylinder to allow excess pressure in the system downstream of the reservoir to be vented or diverted when the pressure exceeds a predetermined threshold pressure. The pressure relief valve 20 may include a piston 23 which is stepped to define an annular shoulder between larger and smaller diameter parts 27,26, the shoulder constituting a marginal surface area which causes the piston to be urged towards the forwards position under gas input pressure, a vent passage 32 which is out of registration with the inlet and outlet passages 33,34 at the rearwards position of the piston but is in registration in the forwards position being provided in the piston. One or more resiliently-loaded balls 30 urged into engagement with a corresponding detent 29 formed in the piston in the rearwards or pressure-retaining position provide the snap action.
Patent GB-2375348-A (GB)
Title: Cast concrete products having exposed glass aggregate and process for the manufacture of the same
Inventor: MCBRIDE GARRY
IPC: C04B41/53
Filed: 2001-09-12
Abstract: A method is disclosed for the production of a cast concrete product having a homogeneous composition. A cementitious mixture is formed of cement, water and aggregate consisting at least in part of fragmented glass, and a mould is provided in the shape of the product to be cast. The cementitious mixture is introduced into the mould and the mixture is allowed to cure so as to form the cast product. The cast product is removed from the mould and fragmented glass is exposed at at least part of the surface.
Patent GB-2391990-A (GB)
Title: Battery security device
Inventor: FEARON JOHN
IPC: B60R25/04
Filed: 2002-08-14
Abstract: A security device 5 which is incorporated into a battery or power cell. The device may act as an anti-theft system for vehicles or machinery which require a battery. The security device includes a microprocessor 12, a voltage regulator 17 and sensors 15,16. Cable connections 6,7,8 are also provided and may be integrated with a vehicles own alarm system and components. One of the cables 6 may be connected to a sensor on the periphery of the vehicle, for receiving commands from law enforcement officers. Another cable 7 may be connected to the vehicles own alarm system. A further cable 8 may be connected to a vital component such that, upon identifying a threat, the security device can send a high voltage surge along the cable to disable said vital component. A key 14 operated control switch 9 allows the user to select between different operating modes. The security device can take any of following courses of action if a threat is detected; (1) send a high voltage surge through cable 8 to disable a vital component, (2) reduce power output through terminal 3, or (3) shut down the battery using a cutout switch 13.
Patent GB-2382335-A (GB)
Title: Fuel pump module
Inventor: KANEKO NAOMASA
IPC: F02M55/00
Filed: 2002-09-17
Abstract: A fuel pump module includes an inlet filter (103 Fig. 5), a pump (104), a discharge tube (105) and strainer (106) with a pressure regulator 115 branching 111 from the discharge tube to return fuel to a tank through a return pipe 10 and tube end component 117. A discharge port (113) directs the fuel to an injector (120). To prevent resonant frequency noise generation the speed of fuel flow in the return pipe is varied along its length. This may be done by providing parts of differing diameter 13, 15 between the pipes 11, 12, 14 making up the return pipe; by providing sump portions (24, 25 Fig. 2) at points along the pipe; by providing a flexible diameter portion (42 Fig. 4) or by splitting the flow into two or more parallel paths (33, 34, 35 Fig. 3) which are then recombined.
Patent GB-2391460-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum duster
Inventor: MA THOMAS TSOI HEI
IPC: A47L9/02
Filed: 2002-10-14
Abstract: A vacuum duster for cleaning dusty surfaces or objects is described. The duster comprises at least two layers of flexible material at least one of which is air-permeable, characterised in that the flexible layers are freely supported against each other and are separated from one another in places by air gaps, the gaps being distributed over a large area of the layers and interconnected to an external air suction source.
Patent GB-2378024-A (GB)
Title: System for multi-bid foreign exchange workflow automation
Inventor: MIREK LORI
IPC: G06Q40/00
Filed: 2001-02-26
Abstract: A distributed network system supporting foreign exchange execution is described. The system allows customers to receive competitive price quotes to meet foreign exchange needs from dealers through a multi-bid foreign exchange execution process. This process encourage dealers to place more competitive price quotes while also increasing the number of price quote requests that dealers receive from their customers. The resultant win-win situation, as well as lower handling costs afforded by automatic exchange of settlement information makes the system attractive to both customers and dealers. Embodiments of the invention can be used to support foreign exchange workflow automation within a business concern. The system can be integrated with other enterprise systems to provide efficient execution that reduces the likelihood of errors, increases oversight of traders, and can reduce trading costs.
Patent GB-2381523-A (GB)
Title: Portable hydrogen source
Inventor: JONES PETER BRIAN
IPC: H01M8/06
Filed: 2001-08-21
Abstract: A man portable hydrogen source, the source comprising one or more hydrogen generating elements (2), an ignition control system (3) and a pressure vessel (1). Each hydrogen generating element comprises a pellet holder (7) provided with one or more recesses and a thermal insulation layer (9) to reduce heat transfer to adjacent hydrogen generating elements; wherein at least one recess contains a pellet (8) of a chemical mixture which on thermal decomposition evolves hydrogen gas; wherein the ignition control system comprises one or more ignitors (14), associated with an individual pellet (8), and activation means to activate the ignitors; and wherein the evolved hydrogen and hydrogen generating elements are contained within the pressure vessel.
Patent GB-2386314-A (GB)
Title: Protecting refuse bags
Inventor: RICH GARY JAMES
IPC: B65F1/14
Filed: 2003-03-14
Abstract: Protection of a refuse bag is effected using a device comprising a housing (13,14) which is attachable to a wall or other fixed structure and contains a fabric skirt (17). The arrangement is such that, when the housing is closed and is attached to a wall or other fixed structure, a refuse bag can be placed on the ground in register with the housing. When the lid (14) of the housing is opened, the fabric skirt (17) covers the refuse bag so as to prevent birds and small animals from gaining access to the refuse bag. The upper hem (21) of the skirt (17) contains a flexible rod which is engaged by a retaining lip (22) in the fixed housing part (13) when the housing is closed. Within the upper hem (21) is a top portion of mesh or net-like material. The skirt (17) has a weighted lower hem (20).
Patent GB-2383975-A (GB)
Title: Polyurethane foam compound for ink holder,ink holder and method for securing close contact of ink holder
Inventor: NODA YOSUKE
IPC: B41J2/175
Filed: 2001-06-19
Abstract: A polyurethane foam compound for an ink holder, characterized in that it comprises a polyol and an isocyanate as main components, and also a crosslinking agent; an ink holder, characterized in that it is prepared by foaming, curing and crosslinking the compound; a method for securing the close contact of an ink holder, which comprises using the above described ink holder, and placing the ink holder in an ink tank for containing an ink in a manner such that the ink holder is attached to the inner wall of the ink tank.
Patent GB-2394453-A (GB)
Title: A child's tricycle equipped with a push rod and pivoting rear wheels
Inventor: KETTLER JOACHIM
IPC: B62K9/02
Filed: 2003-05-15
Abstract: A child's tricycle 1 is disclosed comprising a detachable push rod 27 and pivoting rear wheels 15 which enable the parent to propel and steer the tricycle. The tricycle frame 2 includes two telescopic tubular profiles 3,4 which enable the size of the frame to be adjusted. An adjustable seat 13 is also provided which can be secured to tubular profile 4 at any location along the frame and a push rod receiving means 14 is mounted to the rear of the seat. U-shaped profiles 17 carrying the rear wheels are pivotally mounted to the rear axle 19 and include levers 18 interconnected by a steering strut 20 which ensures that the rear wheels always point in the same direction. A clamping sleeve (24) and adjustment screw (22) provide means to fix the rear wheels so that they no longer pivot and steering is prevented.
Patent GB-2401818-A (GB)
Title: Door holder
Inventor: DALZELL PATRICK
IPC: B25B11/00
Filed: 2003-05-17
Abstract: A door holder for securing a door on its edge comprises a plate C provided with a fixed face plate B and an adjustable face plate A, between which the door is clamped. The adjustable face plate may be locked in position using a quick release lever D. Preferably plate C is formed from aluminium, and is provided with stabilizers E, F.
Patent GB-2394769-A (GB)
Title: A device for a transparent pipe intended for optical counting and measuring
Inventor: KVASSHEIM TORBJORN
IPC: G01N15/02
Filed: 2002-03-22
Abstract: A device for a transparent pipe (1) of circular cross-section for optically counting and measuring objects (3) carried with a fluid (2) within the pipe (1), in which the light beams exiting through the wall of the pipe (1) are preferably caught by an optical apparatus (4). The outer radius of the pipe (1) equals or nearly equals the product of the inner radius of the pipe (1) and the proportion of the light refraction index of the fluid within the pipe to the light refraction index of the medium surrounding the pipe. The optical apparatus (4) is located at a camera point (11) at a mean distance from the pipe (1) between a distal point of intersection (10) of light beams (7) hitting the internal wall of the pipe (1) at an angle of about five angular degrees, and a proximal point of intersection (12) of light beams hitting the internal wall of the pipe (1) at an angle of about ninety angular degrees relative to the axis of incidence.
Patent GB-2391891-A (GB)
Title: In-situ pyrolytic recovery from a hydrocarbon formation
Inventor: BERCHENKO ILYA EMIL
IPC: E21B41/00
Filed: 2001-04-24
Abstract: A method of treating hydrocarbons in a formation (200) involves providing heat from one or more heat sources (202) to a portion of the formation (200) and allowing heat to transfer to a selected section of the formation (200) by conduction. The heat causes pyrolysis of the hydrocarbons and the products are produced (206) from the formation (200). The pressure within the formation (200) may also be controlled.
Patent GB-2409177-A (GB)
Title: Sit-up exerciser with massaging function
Inventor: LEE CHIN-TSUN
IPC: A63B21/00
Filed: 2003-12-18
Abstract: A sit-up exerciser includes a main frame, a massaging device 3, and an operative mechanism 21. The main frame has a supporting section 13 for supporting a body of a user. The massaging device 3 includes an axle 32 slidably received in a slot 122 defined in the main frame. At least one massaging member 31 is mounted to the axle 32 and in contact with a back of a user lying on the supporting section 13 of the main frame. The operative mechanism 31 is operably connected to the axle 32 for moving the axle along the slot 122 of the main frame, thereby massaging the back of the user.
Patent GB-2399868-A (GB)
Title: A lined and flanged bush
Inventor: SHORE DAVID
IPC: F16C33/04
Filed: 2003-03-27
Abstract: A lined and flanged bush comprises a spigot having a flange 3 which provides a flange surface 6 surrounding the spigot; and a liner 5 having an aperture through which the spigot is located, wherein there is an adhesive bond between the flange surface 6 and the liner 5 and a mechanical bond between an outer edge of the liner 5 and the edge of the flange 3. The liner 5 preferably includes a metal mesh and maybe self-lubricating. The mechanical bond is preferably provided by a stamping process which cuts firstly through the liner 5 and then through the material of the flange 3 to provide an element of compression at the very edge of the flange surface 6.
Patent GB-2412660-A (GB)
Title: Energy-curable intaglio printing inks
Inventor: LEONARD MICHAEL WILLIAM
IPC: C09D11/10
Filed: 2004-04-01
Abstract: An energy-curable intaglio printing ink comprises a pigment, an energy-curable binder composition, a photoinitiator and a plasticiser. By incorporating a plasticiser into the printing ink the wiping ability of the printing ink is improved. The plasticiser is preferably a food grade compound and may preferably be a sebacate, a citrate or a toluenesulphonamide.
Patent GB-2396600-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for reinforcing a load bearing member
Inventor: LEE CHRISTY L
IPC: B66C23/64
Filed: 2002-12-03
Abstract: In the design of load bearing members for use in work machines, it is oftentimes beneficial to minimize the weight of such structures which, in turn, may allow for increased payloads and decreased cycle times of the work machine. However, such lightweight structures may require additional support in specific areas to withstand an anticipated loading condition. The present invention provides a load bearing arrangement for use with a work machine (100) of the type having platform (101). At least one member (105) is coupled to the platform (101) and has a longitudinal axis (500), and at least one reinforcing structure (221,310) is attached to the member (105) at at least one identified failure-prone location (600).
Patent GB-2406438-A (GB)
Title: Hermetic seals for electronic components
Inventor: WONG MARVIN GLENN
IPC: H01L21/304
Filed: 2004-08-20
Abstract: In a method for producing a hermetically sealed electronic component (or a plurality of hermetically sealed electronic components), first (200) and second (300) substrates are wafer bonded (102) to enclose a plurality of electronic components (202-206, 302-318) therebetween. The first substrate is then cut (104) to expose first seals (208-214) on the first substrate and second seals (320-328) on the second substrate. The first and second seals define perimeters around the plurality of electronic components. Solder is dispensed (106) into the cuts in the first substrate, and the solder is then reflowed (108) to join corresponding pairs of first and second seals.
Patent GB-2417797-A (GB)
Title: Managing storage used by a processor
Inventor: KUMAR MUPPIRALA KISHORE
IPC: G06F12/00
Filed: 2004-09-02
Abstract: A set of instructions is received together with a storage estimate indicating the required storage for processing the set of instructions. The estimate of the required storage is compared with the free storage in a primary storage facility, and if the free storage is less than the storage estimate then data are transferred from the primary storage facility to a secondary storage facility. The set of instructions are then processed and data relating to the processing are stored in the primary storage facility. The transfer of data is preferable performed whenever a communications path to the secondary storage facility is not otherwise in use.
Patent GB-2405601-A (GB)
Title: Spinning top
Inventor: DUFORT JOHN FRANCIS
IPC: A63H1/00
Filed: 2003-06-03
Abstract: A spinning top has a body (1) and a stem (2), whereby the stem (2) is movable between a first position in which it lies substantially parallel to the body (1) and a second position in which it extends through an opening (5) formed in the body (1), in a direction generally perpendicular to the body (1). Preferably, when the stem (2) is in the first position it is carried on or in the body (1).
Patent GB-2411244-A (GB)
Title: Water flow control system
Inventor: SALTER AIDAN M
IPC: F17D5/02
Filed: 2003-11-25
Abstract: A water flow control system for monitoring and controlling the flow of water into a property to prevent leaks and abnormal water usage, e.g. taps which have accidentally been left running. The apparatus (100) comprises a water meter (130) for measuring the volume of uninterrupted flow into a property and a timer for measuring the period of uninterrupted flow. If either the time or the volume of uninterrupted flow exceeds predetermined time and volume values a stop valve (123) is activated to cut off the flow through the apparatus. If the flow is interrupted before either of these values is reached the timer and water meter are re-set. The predetermined cut off time is set by the user and the predetermined cut off volume is then automatically set based on the user inputted time.
Patent GB-2416023-A (GB)
Title: Child Resistant Actuation Means for Piezoelectric Gas Lighters
Inventor: SEWALT CAREL
IPC: F23Q2/28
Filed: 2004-07-16
Abstract: A piezoelectric lighter has a casing (1 Fig 3A), a reservoir containing fuel, a valve operable by a user for releasing fuel from the reservoir, and a piezoelectric igniter (20 Fig 3A) for generating a spark for igniting the fuel. The lighter further includes a trigger 30 and an intermediate member 70 able to transfer actuating motion from the trigger to the igniter device. The trigger is normally biased to a rest position and is displaceable by the user to impart an actuating motion to the igniter. The lighter also includes a safety button (50 Fig 3A) operable by the user to set the intermediate member from a disabled condition in which displacement of the trigger is not transferred to the igniter, and an enabled condition where motion is transferred from the trigger to the igniter. The intermediate member is formed as a separate element mounted for translational movement on the lighter casing independently of the trigger and of the ignitor, and is provided with engaging surfaces 71, 72, which engage with the trigger and ignitor, respectively. The safety button must preferably be depressed before the trigger and held down until the lighter ignites.
Patent GB-2445369-A (GB)
Title: Method for preserving access to deleted and overwritten documents in a document management system
Inventor: KAPUR RAJESH
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2005-09-20
Abstract: A method for preserving access to deleted or overwritten document data within a document management system, wherein said document data is stored in a system filestore associated with a system database containing reference data to point to the document data within the system filestore, the method comprising the steps of: ```determining that a delete/overwrite command has been issued; ```recording the reference data after deleting or updating of the reference data; ```inserting the recorded reference data in a set of access-preservation tables; and ```combining, the set of access-preservation tables with data in the system provide metadata on and pointer to the deleted/overwritten document data encrypted within the filestore.
Patent GB-2419952-A (GB)
Title: Atomic force microscope (AFM) lateral force calibration
Inventor: CUMPSON PETER JONATHAN
IPC: G01B7/34
Filed: 2005-10-25
Abstract: A micro-machined calibration device 10 for lateral force calibration in small force measuring devices such as atomic force microscopes (AFMs) has a platform 20 with a substantially planar surface including a slot 25 for accommodating at least part of an AFM cantilever tip. One or more supporting legs 40 provide sprung resistance to the platform 20, and a capacitive drive means drives the platform 20 laterally with respect to the AFM cantilever tip. Also disclosed is a method of determining the torsional constant of a small force measuring device using the calibration device, and a method of determining the spring constant of the calibration device itself.