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Patent GB-2399323-A (GB)
Title: A live axle particularly for urban buses with low floors
Inventor: BOLOGNA LUCIANO
IPC: B60B35/16
Filed: 2004-03-15
Abstract: The live axle (1) comprises a rigid support casing or axle housing (2), including an intermediate tubular portion (3) and a first and second housing end portion (4, 5), and a differential (6) fitted in the casing (2) at a first housing end portion (4) and capable of the split transfer of torque from a power input device (7) accessible from the outside of the casing (2) with two half-shafts (8, 9) which are connected to respective speed reducers (16, 17), fitted respectively in one and the other housing end portion (4, 5) of the casing or axle housing (2). The differential (6) comprises a crown wheel (11) which extends transversely to the half-shafts (8, 9) and which is partially immersed in a lubricant provided in the support casing or axle housing (2). A balance pipe (40) extends between the housing end portions (4, 5) of the casing or axle housing (2), to balance out at least in part a difference between the levels and the temperatures of the lubricant contained in the housing end portions (4, 5) of the support casing or axle housing (2).
Patent GB-2399530-A (GB)
Title: Electric tool with an at least two part housing
Inventor: SAUR DIETMAR
IPC: B23B45/02
Filed: 2004-03-15
Abstract: The invention relates to an electric tool with an electric drive motor and an at least two-part housing, of which the housing halves 16, 18, divided in the axial direction with respect to the drive motor, are releasably and sealingly interconnected. It is provided that a housing parting plane 20 of the mutually abutting housing halves is arranged such that it is separated from a sealing plane at least in certain sections. Preferably the housing parting plane is arranged obliquely and/or irregularly with respect to a housing longitudinal axis. A sealing ring (32, fig 2) may be provided within a radial groove (36, fig 2) of one of the housing parts. The electric tool may be a hammer drill.
Patent GB-2413162-A (GB)
Title: Brake carrier
Inventor: ROBERTS PAUL
IPC: F16D55/227
Filed: 2004-04-13
Abstract: A brake carrier 144 (ie., an anchor plate / anchor bracket) for a sliding / floating calliper disc brake 110 comprising a carrier body 144 for mounting transverse to an axis of a vehicle axle 142 and having an inboard (not visible) and outboard face, first and second sleeves 166 extending axially from the inboard face for fitment of a brake calliper 170, the outboard face being free from calliper 170 and outboard brake pad 178 support structures. The outboard face may be substantially planar in the region of the guide sleeves 166. The carrier 144 may also comprise inboard brake pad abutments 148, and may be secured directly to the axle 142.
Patent GB-2415381-A (GB)
Title: Insecticidal composition
Inventor: TSIVION YORAM
IPC: A01N35/04
Filed: 2004-06-24
Abstract: An agent for the control of insects in agriculture comprises vanillin. The vanillin powder is solubilised in water for spraying onto insects infesting crops.
Patent GB-2416161-A (GB)
Title: Wine box drip catcher
Inventor: PERRY ANTHEA CHRISTINE
IPC: B67D1/16
Filed: 2004-07-14
Abstract: A wine box has an outer case formed from a blank and including means for forming a receptacle for catching any drips falling from a dispensing tap.
Patent GB-2404503-A (GB)
Title: Method for connecting a coaxial cable
Inventor: BUENZ LARRY
IPC: H01R13/646
Filed: 2003-08-28
Abstract: A connector has a projection configured to extend into a channel defined by an inner conductor of the coaxial cable and to engage an inner surface of the inner conductor; and a lip configured to engage an outer surface of the inner conductor when the projection extends into the channel. A tool and method are used to displace insulation adjacent the lead end of the inner conductor or outer conductor to facilitate connection of the connector. The tool 310 is inserted onto the end of the cable 370 and rotated to remove the insulation.
Patent GB-2409999-A (GB)
Title: A partition screen attachment device
Inventor: FARRELL PAUL
IPC: A47B97/00
Filed: 2005-01-13
Abstract: A partition screen attachment device 10 is provided for attaching a partition screen 74 to an article 70. The device comprises primary attachment means 31, 32 for attaching the device to a partition screen and secondary attachment means 55 for attaching the device to an article. A partition screen support rail 80 and a partitioning system is also provided. The device may be used with partition screens used to divide up space, for example in an office. A partition screen support rail is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2410601-A (GB)
Title: Edge illuminated display
Inventor: BONEY PETER R
IPC: F21V8/00
Filed: 2001-10-17
Abstract: An edge illuminated display has a light transmitting body 2 and at least one light source (10 figure 3) directing light in the direction of the plane of the body, the body being shaped to direct at least part of the light out of the plane of the body to form an image, characterised by the or each light source being controlled by a control unit having a timer and a dissolve unit. Alternatively the display may include a control unit controlling an integral music circuit and the or each light source, which control unit may also include means to switch between music and light, a timer and a dissolve unit. The body may be acrylic with a flat front surface and shaped by having a shape cut or engraved into its surface to form the image, which may be a picture 4. The light sources may be different coloured LED's located within apertures 6 formed in the body of the display. The display may be hung on a wall or included in a child's cot (1, figure 1).
Patent GB-2411178-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for culturing cells
Inventor: HO LEWIS
IPC: C12N5/06
Filed: 2005-02-17
Abstract: An apparatus for culturing cells comprising at least one chamber that comprises at least one inlet and/or outlet, a cell growth substrate places in the sides of the chamber, and a platform to which the apparatus is secured. The platform allows the movement of the apparatus in a rocking or see-saw motion. A method for culturing cells using such an apparatus is also provided.
Patent GB-2409857-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for removal of contaminants from aqueous solution
Inventor: DUNLOP ERIC H
IPC: C02F1/00
Filed: 2003-10-24
Abstract: A system and method for removal of uranium and other contaminants from aqueous solution, utilizing live algae, are described. The system includes a bioreactor, in which a reaction mixture of live algae, preferably photosynthetic algae, and contaminated solution are introduced; a means for introducing carbon dioxide gas in the reaction mixture; a means for exposing the reaction mixture to light; and means for mixing and impelling the reaction mixture; means for separating out algae from remediated solution.
Patent GB-2426586-A (GB)
Title: Passive acoustic blood circulatory system analyser
Inventor: PEARCE GILLIAN
IPC: A61B8/00
Filed: 2005-05-24
Abstract: A device 50 for analysing the blood circulatory system comprises a probe 100 with a microphone 106 which detects the acoustic signal generated by blood flowing in the blood vessel 104 (e.g. carotid artery in the neck). The probe 100 is connected to processing circuitry 108 which analyses the blood flow through the vessel 104. The device 50 may determine whether the blood flow within the vessel is occluded and can distinguish between stenosis and a plauque. The device 50 may compare the acoustic signal with previously stored signals. Abnormal heart rhythms, conduction defects and heart valve defects can be diagnosed.
Patent GB-2411460-A (GB)
Title: Emergency light signal
Inventor: WATKINS LESLIE
IPC: B60Q1/52
Filed: 2003-12-12
Abstract: An emergency light signal (10) adapted to be mounted to a motor vehicle using at least one motor vehicle license plate mounting bolt. The light signal (10) is comprised of a signal housing (12) having at least one high-intensity light-emitting diode deriving power from circuitry which when activated from within the passenger compartment of a vehicle, generates a brilliant flashing signal to draw the attention of nearby vehicles or pedestrians. The switch (14) within the passenger compartment may be hardwired to the signal housing or alternatively may be activated by remote control. The light signal may draw power from either the vehicle's own battery, or may be powered by a separate voltage source.
Patent GB-2428176-A (GB)
Title: Perforated rolling paper
Inventor: AMOAKO KOJO
IPC: A24D1/02
Filed: 2005-07-13
Abstract: The size of tobacco rolling paper 1 needed to make a cigarette may be controlled by the use of perforated lines 3 where the paper may be torn. The paper may have a gummed edge 2.
Patent GB-2418758-A (GB)
Title: Read control system for testing memory cells
Inventor: CARLSON RICHARD LAWRENCE
IPC: G11C29/56
Filed: 2005-09-13
Abstract: A read control system comprises dump logic 230a coupled to a data source 106, and, a true dump bus 270, 278 and a complement dump bus 274, 279 configured in a wired-OR arrangement. Data from a data source, such as a memory cell under test, is divided into slices. The dump logic 230a is configured to receive a first group of a defined slice of data and drive it on to the true dump bus 270, 278 and to receive a second group of the defined slice of data and drive it on to the complement dump bus 274, 279. The data driven on to the complement dump bus 274, 279 is inverted as compared to data driven on to the true dump bus 270, 278. Data bits of data on the complement dump bus 274, 279 and the true dump bus 270, 278 could be compared and if the bit values are the same then this would indicate a fault in the data being read. This read control system could be used for individual diagnostic accesses or in systems which involve Direct Access Testing (DAT) or built-in-self-test (BIST).
Patent GB-2430486-A (GB)
Title: Method of ventilating a building
Inventor: ROBINSON ANTHONY
IPC: F24F11/00
Filed: 2005-09-22
Abstract: A method of ventilating a building 100 comprises delivering atmospheric air 21 via a duct 4 to one or more general use areas 1, 2 and one or more soiled air generating areas 3 via a single air handling unit 29, exhausting air from the soiled air areas 3 via a duct 40a to the atmosphere and extracting air from the general use areas 1, 2 via ducting 40b - 40d and exhausting this air either to the atmosphere or recycling it to both of the general use 1, 2 and soiled air 3 areas. Air delivered to each of the areas 1 - 3 may be supplied by grilles 5 - 7 in a ceiling of the respective areas. Air handling unit 29 comprises of an exhaust chamber 34 modulating air from the soiled areas 3 and general use 1, 2 areas via dampers 28, 16 and a fan 15, an extract chamber 35 in communication with the ducting 40b - 40d, a supply chamber 36 receiving the atmospheric air and recycle air from the general use areas 1, 2 via dampers 13, 18 and communicates this air though a filter 22 and heating or cooling means 23 to a supply chamber section 37 that communicates with the duct 4 via a fan 26. Internal 30 and external 32 air temperature, internal humidity 31 and carbon dioxide 32 sensors may provided and in combination with the dampers 13, 16, 18, 28 and fans 15, 26 control the flow and condition of the air. Particular areas of use are swimming pool complexes.
Patent GB-2430999-A (GB)
Title: Heat exchanger immersed in a fluid within a tank
Inventor: HARDING MARK STEPHEN
IPC: F28D7/02
Filed: 2005-10-10
Abstract: A heat exchanger immersed in a fluid 3 within a tank 9 that is to be heated or cooled by a further fluid communicating through the heat exchanger comprises at least one helical tubing (1, fig 2) disposed within a shroud (2) so that the fluid 3 in the tank 9 communicates though the shroud (2) and in heat exchange relationship with the helical tubing (1) to either heat or cool the fluid 3 in the tank 9 by natural convection. Fluid 3 in the tank 9 may be liquor, water or oil and fluid in the tubing (1) may be steam or hot water for heating, or water or refrigerant for cooling. Helical tubing (1) may be multiple parallel helices, multiple concentric helices with smaller coils wound inside larger coils (fig 3). Fluid 3 in tank 9 communicates through the shroud (2) via apertures 6 to 5 for heating and vice versa for cooling. Shroud (2) extends vertical and may extend outside and hung over an edge of the tank 9. Coils of the helical tubing (1) may be spaced from each other and from the inside wall of the shroud (2) by spacers 4 and (24, 25). Ballast 10 may be used to overcome buoyancy when the heat exchanger is immersed in the fluid 3 within the tank 9. Separate heating and cooling coils and multiple heat exchangers connected to a manifold may be used.
Patent GB-2420805-A (GB)
Title: Method for reducing diameter reduction near ends of expanded tubulars
Inventor: ADAM MARK K
IPC: E21B43/10
Filed: 2004-06-03
Abstract: A variety of approaches to reducing or eliminating "end effect" or the tendency of tubular ends to reduce in diameter after expansion are disclosed. Some involve pre-bending the ends outwardly while others involve removing material internally or/and externally near the ends. Yet other approaches feature weakening the ends in other ways including penetration of the tubular material using openings of various shapes including slots or/and holes where the openings are between the tube ends or where they can extend on one or both ends all the way to the end of the tubular. Inserts that are softer than the tube material can be placed near the ends. If there is an end effect, then the protruding material can be pushed out of the way or broken off.
Patent GB-2421799-A (GB)
Title: Out handle of door for vehicle
Inventor: NITAWAKI MASAKATSU
IPC: B60R25/24
Filed: 2004-06-18
Abstract: An out handle of the door for a vehicle comprising a handle body, and a cover covering the outside of the handle body, wherein a pair of electrodes and a circuit board provided with a circuit for detecting a variation in capacitance between both electrodes are contained in an operating handle disposed on the outer surface side of the door for the vehicle. The operating handle is made thin by patterning both electrodes (43) on the circuit board (44).
Patent GB-2419948-A (GB)
Title: Noise detecting leak location device
Inventor: THOMPSON MARTIN
IPC: G01M3/24
Filed: 2003-12-24
Abstract: A method of determining the presence and location of leaks in a pipeline 2 comprising inserting a leak location device 5 capable of detecting and recording the occurrence of noise 41 into the flow of fluid within the pipeline; allowing the leak location device to travel through the pipeline with the fluid flow 8; causing the leak location device to detect and record noise 41 in the fluid; and causing the leak location device 5 to record the time at which noise is detected. Generally the leak location device is retrieved from the pipeline downstream to its insertion point. EM transmitters 37 emit low frequency waves which are detected and responded to as the device 5 passes them, allowing its position to be monitored. A hydrophone may be provided on the device 5.
Patent GB-2429944-A (GB)
Title: Knife sharpener
Inventor: MASON ARTHUR
IPC: B24B3/54
Filed: 2006-01-28
Abstract: A knife sharpener 10 for sharpening the blade 32,33 of a knife or other implement such as scissors comprises a base unit 11 and a closure member 12. The base unit comprises a body portion 24 which rotatably supports a rotatable honing stone 20 and further comprises a location formation which secures said closure member to the base unit. The base unit and the closure member co-operate to define a sharpening chamber into which a blade may be received for sharpening by the honing stone. The base unit and closure member comprise guide 30,31 means to provide support for a blade in a pre-determined orientation relative to the honing stone for sharpening of the blade by the honing stone. The sharpener may be a stand alone device or may be attached to a food mixer.
Patent GB-2436409-A (GB)
Title: Camera with reflector for forming images on different sensor portions
Inventor: JACOBS ADRIAN MARC SIMON
IPC: H04N13/02
Filed: 2006-03-20
Abstract: A camera (11) comprises an image capture layer (7), image forming means (8) for forming a first image of an object on a first portion (13) of the image capture layer, and an optical arrangement for forming, in combination with the image forming means (lens, 8), a second image of the object on a second different portion (14) of the image capture layer. The optical arrangement comprises a single reflector (10), being arrangeable in at least a first configuration in which it is laterally spaced from and inclined with respect to a principal axis (12) of the camera (11). The first and second images obtained by the camera may form a stereoscopic image pair of the object. Planar reflector 10 may be detachable from camera 11. Inclining the reflector (10) towards the principal axis (12) of the camera (11) increases the field of view of the second image or, alternatively, allows a given field of view for the second image to obtained using a shorter reflector. The camera may be on a mobile phone, with mirror 10 folding (see Figure 6).
Patent GB-2436886-A (GB)
Title: Electronic key fob
Inventor: JENKINS ADRIAN CHARLES MORGAN
IPC: B60R25/04
Filed: 2006-04-07
Abstract: An electronic key fob 1 and docking station 7 are provided for a motor vehicle. The docking station 7 includes a light source 20a, 20b which illuminates a transparent end cap 3 of the electronic key fob 1 when the fob 1 is inserted into a slot 11 in the docking station 7. A spring-loaded mechanism 14, 15, 16 within the docking station 7 permits the electronic key fob 1 to be latched into one of two positions. Inserting the electronic key fob 1 into the slot 11 to a first position enables the vehicle's electrical accessories, and pushing the fob 1 further, cranks the vehicle's engine. The end cap 3 has internal reflectors to direct light entering the sides of the end cap 3 through the front face of the end cap 3.
Patent GB-2437585-A (GB)
Title: Mobile radio communications device and network connectivity
Inventor: ROBERTS MICHAEL
IPC: H04W36/32
Filed: 2006-04-27
Abstract: The present invention provides for a method of controlling network-connectivity for a mobile radio communications device, including the step of detecting within the mobile radio communications device an operating condition of the device in relation to the network, reporting to the network with a request to change connectivity responsive to the result of the detection step, wherein the detection step includes determining at least one of the speed and radio condition of the mobile radio communications device, and the invention further provides for a mobile radio communications device arranged for such detecting and reporting.
Patent GB-2438848-A (GB)
Title: Static wing for an aircraft
Inventor: FROST-GASKIN PETER
IPC: B64C39/06
Filed: 2006-06-07
Abstract: A static wing 1 comprises a ring portion 2 having an aerofoil shaped cross section. Positioned above the centre aperture of the ring portion 2 is a diffuser plate 3, the diffuser plate is optionally arranged to be moveable vertically (as shown by the direction arrow) between a closed operational position and an open operational position. At the outer circumference of the ring portion 2 there are provided a plurality of elevators 4 which are moveable in the directions shown by the arrows. The wing may be connected with a propulsion system by means of a mechanical coupling 5. The wing has potential application in both military platforms and civil aircraft. Counter-rotating fans 6a,6b may be driven by a jet engine 7 to induce air to flow from an intake 8 to the underside of the diffuser plate 3, which in its open position directs the air over the upper surface of the ring portion 2 to generate lift.
Patent GB-2444314-A (GB)
Title: A collapsible support stand for a parasol
Inventor: BARRON SIMON GEORGE
IPC: E04H12/22
Filed: 2006-11-16
Abstract: A collapsible support stand comprises a central boss 3 for receiving a pole and inflatable support means 11 spaced radially outwardly of the boss 3 and connected to the boss 3 by way of a flexible base 15. The boss 3 has a vertical bore 5 and a clamping screw 9 is inserted in a transverse bore 7 to clamp a pole. When the support means 11 is inflated, a contained hollow 21 is formed between the boss 3 and the support means 11. In use, this hollow 21 is filled with ballast.
Patent GB-2444056-A (GB)
Title: Liquid treatment system
Inventor: SIMPSON ALEXANDER
IPC: C25B9/17
Filed: 2006-11-21
Abstract: A liquid treatment system is disclosed, comprising a housing 3 having an inlet (figure 2, 7) and an outlet 9. A flow conduit 17 is provided between the inlet (figure 2, 7) and the outlet 9 and an array of electrodes 28 is provided that extends across the flow conduit 17. The treatment system therefore, has a direction of flow transverse to the longitudinal axis of an electrode array 28. The rod electrodes 27 are connected to power supply terminals so that adjacent electrodes in the array are anodes and cathodes. The electrodes 27 may comprise substoichiometric oxides of titanium (Magneli oxides). The electrodes may be located in a plurality of mounting bays 19-1 to 19-6, arranged sequentially along the flow path 17. In one embodiment, the electrodes 27 are mounted in drawers (figure 2, 21) that can be inserted and removed from the housing 3 to facilitate maintenance.
Patent GB-2440990-A (GB)
Title: Scheduling transmission of messages to a subscriber based upon communications events associated with the subscriber
Inventor: AHTISAARI MARKO
IPC: H04W4/24
Filed: 2007-01-09
Abstract: The transmission of messages to a subscriber 2, 4 is scheduled in a communications network 6 on the basis of communications events determined from Call Detail Records generated by the communications network 6, e.g. stored in a billing system 15. A communications event is identified as a predetermined type on the basis of a current or previous communications session and, responsive to the identified communications event, a scheduling process is triggered for scheduling transmission of a message to the subscriber 2, 4 dependent on the type of communications event. Typical communications events include making calls, sending messages, switching off, switching on, roaming, cell to cell handover, answering calls, etc. The call detail records may be reviewed to identify likely actions and availability of the subscriber 2, 4 and this information may be used to ensure that messages are received by a subscriber 2, 4 at a time that is convenient to their actions and availability.
Patent GB-2433527-A (GB)
Title: Downhole Telemetry system for wired tubing
Inventor: SHAH VIMAL V
IPC: H04H60/31
Filed: 2005-03-22
Abstract: A communication system, as shown in Figure 6, employs discrete multi-tone ("DMT") modulated signals on a communication channel formed by inductively-coupled pipe (602). In one embodiment, the communication system includes a string of wired pipe joints that couple a transmitter to a receiver (608). Each pipe joint in the string possesses threaded ends configured for mechanically connecting with other pipe joints, a electrical or inductive coupler at each threaded end, and an insulated conductor that electrically connects the couplers. The transmitter and receiver communicate via DMT modulated signals transported by the wired pipe string. The system may further include multiple repeaters in the string. Each repeater may be configured to receive a DMT-modulated signal, to recover information from the DMT-modulated signal, and to re-transmit the information in the form of a DMT-modulated signal.