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Patent GB-2426135-A (GB)
Title: Radar system
Inventor: BRAUBACH HARALD
IPC: G01S13/00
Filed: 2004-10-15
Abstract: A radar system comprises a plurality of co-operating radar units 1, 11 which may be synthetic radar units. One unit transmits a radar signal to another; when it is received, it is compared with an internal reference to determine the time difference between the clocks of the radar units. The comparison takes into account the propagation time between the two radar units. One radar unit may operate in monostatic mode, whilst the other acts as a bistatic receiver. Transmission of radar signals between units may be one-way or two-way, and may be direct or indirect. The radar signals may be those used for ranging, or specially generated for synchronisation purposes.
Patent GB-2425618-A (GB)
Title: Protective eyewear
Inventor: FISHBAUGH BRENDA B
IPC: A61F9/00
Filed: 2004-12-30
Abstract: An eye protector includes a UV protective film and has adhesive located at the ends of the major axis of the film. The film is sufficiently flexible that it can be shaped into a cane with an oblong base, whereby when the device is applied to a user's eye with its major axis aligned with the major axis of the eye, the adhesive is positioned such that it holds the device to the user's eye at opposite edges of the eye keeping the adhesive from interfering with the user's eyelid, which is particularly troublesome for women using eye-shadow. Methods for manufacturing and merchandising the eye protector are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2440914-A (GB)
Title: A water draining system for a fuel filter
Inventor: FERRARI LANA
IPC: B01D36/00
Filed: 2006-08-17
Abstract: A water draining system for a fuel filter having a water collecting reservoir comprises a housing 1, adapted for attachment to the reservoir, the housing has a water sensor 3, arranged to protrude into the reservoir and a valve 6, with an inlet 7, for draining water collected in the reservoir. The valve 6 is selectively moveable between an open and a closed configuration. The water draining system also has a controller connected to the sensor such that when the water level in the reservoir reaches a predetermined level, the sensor sends a signal to the controller and movement of the valve between the open and closed configuration is directly or indirectly dependent upon subsequent signals generated by the controller. Advantageously water is drained quickly and efficiently from a reservoir and the water sensor is less susceptible to corrosion when in contact with water.
Patent GB-2441967-A (GB)
Title: A moulded photograph frame cast from material including cremated remains
Inventor: HODSON PATRICIA ANNE
IPC: A47G1/06
Filed: 2006-09-23
Abstract: A frame for the support and display of photographs may be formed by mixing ash from the cremated remains of a loved one or pet with a polyester resin. The mixture is cast in a rubber mould. The frame may be fitted with a glass and a backing mount.
Patent GB-2432046-A (GB)
Title: Varistor with three parallel ceramic layers
Inventor: LUO RIH-LANG
IPC: H02H9/04
Filed: 2006-11-06
Abstract: The varistor comprises three parallel ceramic layers. Each of the ceramic layers has two electrodes on both sides thereof. Four terminals are properly arranged between and outside surfaces of the ceramic layers to contact with these electrodes. By further providing one or two wires to connect these terminals, the three- or single-phase power sources can be protected in a safer manner.
Patent GB-2430227-A (GB)
Title: Fascia assembly
Inventor: BILLOWS MITCHELL JOHN
IPC: E06B9/56
Filed: 2005-04-15
Abstract: According to one aspect of the present invention there is provided a fascia assembly suitable for use with a door assembly, the door assembly in use having a door element movable between a closed, generally vertical position across an opening, and an open, overhead or stowed position remote from the opening, the fascia assembly including a fascia element operatively connected to a portion of the door element so that the fascia element travels with the door element a selected distance remote from the opening when the door element is moved from the closed position to the open overhead stowed position. According to another aspect of the invention there is provided a carriage for facilitating smooth running of a door assembly having a door element movable between a closed, generally vertical position across an opening, and an open, overhead or stowed position adjacent to or remote from the opening, the carriage including a roller and a main frame, the main frame operatively connected to the roller.
Patent GB-2429520-A (GB)
Title: Combustion apparatus for solid fuel
Inventor: BROWN STEPHEN CHARLES
IPC: F23L9/02
Filed: 2005-04-14
Abstract: A combustion apparatus for the burning of solid fuel using a plurality of secondary combustion zones is disclosed. The combustion apparatus includes primary and secondary air inlets, an inclined hearth and a unique second air source which washes up a window in the combustion apparatus creating a floating flame effect and rendering the window self cleaning. A series of baffles define a secondary combustion pathway which optimizes secondary combustion of exhaust gasses and particulate matter. Coaxial rear and top direct venting apparatus are also disclosed. The combustion apparatus provided combusts a wide range of solid fuel at a high level of efficiency.
Patent GB-2452015-A (GB)
Title: Synchronizing communication between a mobile station and base station
Inventor: BLOMBERG HANS CHRISTIAN
IPC: H04B7/26
Filed: 2007-06-29
Abstract: A synchronizer 300 for use in a digital mobile communication system (100 fig.1), e.g. Terrestrial Trunked Radio (TETRA), to synchronize a communication between a mobile station and a base station. The synchronizer 300 includes a memory 303 to store for each of a plurality of mobile stations (104-109 fig.1) served by a base station (101 fig.1) a record comprising an identity of the mobile station together with a synchronization location in time of a previous synchronization of the mobile station. The synchronizer 300 also includes a processor 301 to retrieve the synchronization location from the record for a selected mobile station and to establish current synchronization with the mobile station using the retrieved location. The synchronization location may be a time, relative to a precise reference instant in time provided by a timer (205 fig.2), at which the most recent synchronization was found. The synchronization location may be measured in units of data symbols, or fractions of data symbols, displaced away from the precise instant in time.
Patent GB-2437455-A (GB)
Title: A covering system
Inventor: CUTLER DANIEL
IPC: E04F10/02
Filed: 2005-12-21
Abstract: The present application relates to a covering apparatus for covering an outdoor area comprising a screen (1) that can be operated between a retracted and an extended configuration, the screen having a leading portion (2) and a trailing portion (4), the trailing portion (4) being connected to a first support (5, 6), the apparatus further comprising a plurality of longitudinal flexible elements (11, 12) extending from the first support (5, 6) to respective second supports (9, 10), and the leading portion (2) of the screen (1) being supported by the longitudinal flexible elements (11, 12) as the screen (1) is operated from the retracted to the extended configuration, wherein the leading portion (2) of the screen (1) is moveably mounted to the longitudinal flexible elements (11, 12) such that the leading portion (2) moves with respect to the longitudinal flexible elements (11, 12) during operation between retracted and extended positions, and wherein at least one clamping system is provided on the leading portion (2) of the screen (1) for releasably clamping the leading portion (2) to at least one of the longitudinal flexible elements (11, 12).
Patent GB-2439685-A (GB)
Title: Low power digital media broadcast receiver with time division
Inventor: SHARMA SRIDHAR
IPC: H04B1/16
Filed: 2006-03-23
Abstract: Systems and methods for providing a low power receiver device using fine grained time division are provided. In one embodiment, the receiver device comprises a tuner, a demodulator configured to demodulate at least one sampled signal, a payload processor configured to process at least one demodulated signal into an output format, and a time division control logic configured to generate a control signal to switch at least one component within the receiver device between modes to conserve power. The at least one component may be switched between an active mode, a standby mode, a power off mode, and a low power mode. In further embodiments, the at least one component may be switched between staggered modes.
Patent GB-2454654-A (GB)
Title: Mobile radio communications network list structure
Inventor: NOSLEY MICHAEL
IPC: H04W48/18
Filed: 2007-11-06
Abstract: A mobile radio communications network list structure for use in a mobile radio communications device arranged for user or automatic-selection from entries in the said list and comprising a linear list of network identifiers for the said user selection, the said linear list including markers serving to delineate at least one subset of entries in said list, the said delineated entries having selection priorities defined by way of the said list, and wherein the mere presence of the said markers serves to identify the entries in the subset as having equal priority, or the markers can include priority weightings for the entries in the subset.
Patent GB-2455961-A (GB)
Title: Producing cross-linked foam insulation board
Inventor: ROCHEFORT MALCOLM
IPC: B29C44/32
Filed: 2007-12-21
Abstract: A rigid polymeric insulating board comprises a foam layer 3 between facings 1, 2. Liquid foam reactants are coated on a facing 1 and the other facing 2 is overlaid. The foam sandwich is delivered into an oven 10 and then cut. Spacers 55 are inserted between adjacent boards of a stack 51. Preferably, channels 56, which allow air to circulate during curing, are produced between the spacers. Phenolic, polyurethane or polyisocyanurate are disclosed as foam materials. Glass fabric, foil, paper and plastic are disclosed as facing materials.
Patent GB-2442408-A (GB)
Title: Vaccine adjuvants
Inventor: KHAMAR BAKULESH MAFATLAL
IPC: A61K39/00
Filed: 2006-04-21
Abstract: The invention relates. to a novel adjuvant Mycobacterium w and or its constituents and adjuvant containing composition which contains antigen (s) with pharmaceutical acceptable carrier and its uses. Mycobacterium w and or its constituents when administered with antigen (s) to mammal results in enhanced immunogenicity of antigen. The enhanced immunogenicity manifests as humoral responses as well as cell mediated immunity. The adjuvant effect is seen with variety of antigens in various mammals irrespective of their immune status at the time of administration of Mycobacterium w and antigen containing composition, e.g. immune na¬ve or preimmunised status.
Patent GB-2444442-A (GB)
Title: Method and device for repairing underground old pipelines
Inventor: KOCH ELMAR
IPC: E21B7/20
Filed: 2006-08-18
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for repairing underground old pipelines in situ, during which a breaking tool, which is provided with a drive, or a pipe section is pulled with the aid of a hydraulic piston/cylinder unit starting from a normal inspection shaft to the next inspection shaft (machine shaft), which is placed, together with its housing, at least partially inside the old pipeline, in order to keep the interior of the machine shaft, which is extremely restricted, essentially free from machine parts.
Patent GB-2448574-A (GB)
Title: Painting apparatus with cleaning function
Inventor: WALCOT RUTH ELIZABETH
IPC: B05C1/08
Filed: 2008-04-04
Abstract: A painting apparatus 10 comprising a paint module 20, an applicator assembly 50, and a pump 60, the paint module 20 having a container receiving section (49, figure 4A). The applicator assembly 50 is fluidly connectable to the container receiving section (49) such that the pump 60 can supply liquid contained in the container receiving section 49 to the applicator assembly 50. The apparatus 10 operates in a painting cycle where the container receiving section 49 receives a paint container (110, figure 4A) with a supply of paint such that the paint can be supplied to the applicator assembly 50, and in a cleaning cycle where the container receiving section 49 receives a liquid in the form of a cleaning fluid, such that the cleaning fluid can be supplied to the applicator assembly 50.
Patent GB-2457519-A (GB)
Title: Atmospheric water boiler
Inventor: MORAN SEAN MARTIN
IPC: F24H9/02
Filed: 2008-06-11
Abstract: An atmospheric water boiler 10 has a stainless steel housing (11, figure 3) with upstanding walls 13 and a stainless steel boiler tank 15 located therein, with a gap 34 between a top 17 of the boiler tank 15 and the upstanding walls 13. A tank tray 18, fabricated from a plastics material having a low thermal conductivity, spans the gap 34 between the top 17 of the boiler tank 15 and the upstanding walls 13 so as to form a watertight seal therebetween. The tank tray 18 prevents water from getting into the housing (11, figure 3), where it could damage an electronic power and control unit (35, figure 3) located therein, and also prevents heat transfer from the boiler tank 15 to the outer surface of the upstanding walls 13 of the housing (11, figure 3).
Patent GB-2449777-A (GB)
Title: Flood water collecting skirting board
Inventor: BEDDOES DAVID
IPC: E04F19/04
Filed: 2008-07-02
Abstract: A skirting for collecting groundwater that enters a property at the joint between the wall and floor. The skirting board is positioned internally where the wall meets the floor and collects any groundwater seeping though the join and conveys the groundwater to a sump where it is pumped out of the property. The skirting can be internally cleansed by flushing through.
Patent GB-2462654-A (GB)
Title: Extending lubricant life in an internal combustion engine by feeding ammonia gas into the crankcase
Inventor: MCNEIL JOHN
IPC: F01M9/02
Filed: 2008-08-15
Abstract: A method of extending the lubricant life in an internal combustion engine comprises feeding ammonia gas to the crankcase without it passing through an engine cylinder. Ammonia may be fed at a rate sufficient to maintain the oil at a total base number (TBN) of at least 8 and a pH of 6.0-8.0. The crankcase gases may be sampled and measured automatically for acidic species and the flow of ammonia gas into the crankcase may be regulated automatically. Ammonia gas may additionally be fed into the engine intake. The invention also provides an internal combustion engine including a crankcase having an inlet, or a number of spaced inlets, for receiving gaseous ammonia.
Patent GB-2463268-A (GB)
Title: A wave-energy device
Inventor: MCMINN DEREK JAMES WALLACE
IPC: F03B13/14
Filed: 2008-09-05
Abstract: An oscillating-water-column wave-energy device comprises an air compression chamber 24, and a convergent chamber having and an array of valves 40 which close progressively as the wave 60 is incident on them, the convergent chamber focusing the flow of water 100 towards the compression chamber when the valves are closed. The valves 40 open when fluid returns from the compression chamber. The valves may have inflated tyres 42 attached to provide buoyancy. In use, water flows freely through the apertures, the valves / flaps closing when the flow of water is of a sufficient strength (lower valves shown in closed position, top valves in open position). The water 100, 65 then accelerates towards the compression chamber and compresses the air in chamber 24 which may drive a turbine 50. Alternatively, the compressed air is stored for energy generation at a later stage. The floor of the convergent chamber may have flat and sloped surfaces.
Patent GB-2453668-A (GB)
Title: Container with pivotable wall
Inventor: APPS WILLIAM P
IPC: B65D19/18
Filed: 2006-05-16
Abstract: A container includes a base and a wall pivotable relative to the base between first and second positions by means of a hinge 76 including a first axis a and a second axis b, the axes being relatively movable between a coaxial position and an offset position and rotation of the wall relative to the base is prevented when the axes a and b are in one of the coaxial and offset positions and permitted when the axes a and b are in the other of the coaxial and offset positions. The first and second axes a and b may be pivotable relative to one another about a third, offset axis c. Hinge pins 78, 88 may be provided on the first and second axes. Rotation of the hinge pins 88, 78 about the third axis c may be limited by stops 84, 94. The axes may be moved between the coaxial and offset positions by translation of the wall relative to the base. Rotation of the wall relative to the base may be prevented by an interlocking member. The wall may be connected to hinge pin 78 and the base may be connected to hinge pin 88.
Patent GB-2454377-A (GB)
Title: Method for improved well control with a downhole device
Inventor: KRUEGER SVEN
IPC: E21B21/10
Filed: 2007-06-28
Abstract: A drilling system includes a downhole well control device that can be used to control out-of-norm wellbore conditions. The downhole well control device can control one or more selected fluid parameters. The well control device in cooperation or independent of surface devices exerts control over one or more drilling or formation parameters to manage an out-of-norm wellbore condition. An exemplary well control device hydraulically isolates one or more sections of a wellbore by selectively blocking fluid flow in a pipe bore and an annulus. The control device also selectively flows fluid from the pipe bore to the annulus. A communication device provides on-way or bi-directional signal and / or data transfer between the controller(s), surface personnel and the well control device. Exemplary application of the well control device include controlling a well kick, controlling drilling fluid being lost to the formation and controlling a simultaneous kick and loss.
Patent GB-2457565-A (GB)
Title: Staged combustion of air and fuel with a burner that can inject just air in one mode
Inventor: SWANSON LARRY WILLIAM
IPC: F23C6/04
Filed: 2009-02-12
Abstract: A method for operating a staged fuel-fired furnace (16, fig 1) involves channeling a first fluid flow to a multi-function burner 20 at a first velocity, and channeling a second fluid flow to the burner at a different second velocity during a first mode of operation of the at least one burner in which a fast air stream, a slower air stream and no fuel flow cause good air penetration and mixing in an intermediate air zone (46, fig 1) of a primary combustion zone (22, fig 1). In a second mode the burner burns fuel from a third duct. In the burner an air duct 236 channelling an air flow 32 is concentrically aligned with and extending through fuel duct 238 channelling a fuel flow 14, with a third air duct 230. Flow regulators 40,42,62 are selectively operable to control combustion. One embodiment of the burner has another passageway (306, fig 3) into which only an insignificant amount of air is injected.
Patent GB-2458008-A (GB)
Title: A three piece fishing rod
Inventor: DRENNAN PETER JOHN
IPC: A01K87/00
Filed: 2009-02-20
Abstract: A fishing rod comprises first 20, second 30 and third 40 rod pieces which are separable to allow transportation of the fishing rod in a folded condition. The first rod piece comprises a handle portion 22 and a reel seat 34 is positioned partway along the second rod piece. The second and third rod pieces are substantially longer than the first rod piece. Preferably, the fishing rod is 3.81m to 4.11m in length, whilst the second and third rod pieces may be 1.85m to 1.90m in length. The distance between the reel seat and the end of the second piece which connects to the first piece can be 7cm to 15cm.
Patent GB-2469444-A (GB)
Title: Terminal positioning
Inventor: MARKOULIDAKIS YANNIS
IPC: G01S5/14
Filed: 2009-04-14
Abstract: A technique of estimating the location of a mobile telephone, PDA or other terminal in a communications nemork having a plurality of base stations, includes: determining the received signal strength (RSS) and possibly the timing advance (TA) of signals from multiple base stations; using this to obtain an estimate of the distance of the mobile terminal from each of the plurality of base stations; and using at least the distances to obtain a positional estimation of the mobile terminal. Processing may be done centrally. The positions are smoothed by a Kalman filter. Distance estimation may take into account path loss effects using Hata or Cost231 models. Averaging of results can overcome fading.
Patent GB-2459973-A (GB)
Title: Rotary-Nutating Engine or Pump
Inventor: RYDEN PETER
IPC: F01C9/00
Filed: 2009-05-13
Abstract: Energy conversion apparatus comprises a housing 10, 12 containing twin linked rotors 1, 2 defining working volumes 76, 78 which expand and contract as the rotors rotate. Each rotor is a wedge-like spherical segment and rotates and nutates on a transverse elongate bearing pin 6,8 about central axis defined by a main or drive shaft 4. The housing has a bearing face 30 and the pin pivotally connects on one side to the rotor and the other side bears against the bearing face. A linkage 14 separate from the drive shaft and comprising bevel gears and links ensures nutation of the rotor as it rotates. There may be a central output gear set 24, 25. The apparatus may be configured as a pump, a Stirling engine transferring gas between hot 10 and cold 12 housings via a central heat exchanger 86 which may be a twisted plate or a concentric foam filled tube or may be a twin cylinder four stroke IC engine.
Patent GB-2471828-A (GB)
Title: Multi directional ski brake
Inventor: SPENCER JACK
IPC: A63C7/10
Filed: 2009-05-18
Abstract: Disclosed is a ski brake mechanism that can absorb forces applied during an ejection however the ski is orientated. The brake mechanism comprises a body 2 for attachment to the ski, pedal 3, biased anus 1 and 5, and braking aims 13 for engaging the snow. The pedal 3 is depressed by the skier's boot which flattens the brake mechanism into an inoperative position (figure 2) so the ski can move freely. The mechanism is biased by means of springs such that when the ski is ejected the brake mechanism is forced to its operative biased position (figure 1). When the brake is in operation the braking arms 13 will switch position such that they face away from the direction of travel allowing that the brake to function in a similar manner whether the ski is travelling in a forwards or backwards direction after ejection. To absorb forces applied during an ejection the mechanism flexes from its operative biased position temporarily.
Patent GB-2471712-A (GB)
Title: Gemstone alignment system
Inventor: SMITH JAMES GORDON CHARTERS
IPC: B28D7/04
Filed: 2009-07-10
Abstract: An apparatus and method for aligning an article 106, e.g. a gemstone such as diamond, with a predetermined vertical axis 108 is described. The apparatus includes an upwardly extending nozzle having an aperture 105 aligned with the vertical axis 108 and sized to allow the article 106 to settle into it under the action of gravity so that the article 106 is supported by the aperture 105. A fluid supply system 115 supplies fluid to the nozzle under sufficient pressure to support the article 106 within or above the aperture 105. A fluid pressure control system controls 113 the pressure of fluid supplied to the nozzle, so that it can be reduced gradually. Preferably the fluid is air. When the fluid supply system 115 is active the article 106 effectively floats in an air current and hovers above the nozzle. As the fluid supply is reduced the article 106 settles in the aperture 105 at a point of minimum potential energy, this allows the article 160 to be observed, e.g. by a camera 107, more clearly and accurately. The nozzle and aperture 105 are formed in a support member 102, 104 connected to a two axis goniometer 110.