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Patent GB-2290116-A (GB)
Title: Bearing assemblies
Inventor: PONTING ROBERT WILLIAM JAMES
IPC: F16C29/04
Filed: 1994-06-11
Abstract: A method of manufacturing a rectilinear-motion rolling bearing assembly (1) comprises the steps of forming a support cage (2) having a plurality of recesses (6), forming a plurality of bearing elements (4) such that each bearing element is attached to a common bearing element carrier (which may be the cage), inserting each bearing element into a corresponding recess in which it is retained in the cage, and severing the attachment (8) between each bearing element and the common bearing element carrier. The support cage and bearing elements may be formed substantially simultaneously as plastics mouldings, the bearing elements being formed adjacent to the support cage. The cage is then passed through a pair of rollers of a press which force each bearing element in turn into its respective recess. The bearing assembly may be adapted to receive a runner, such as used in drawers of household and office furniture. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2284478-A (GB)
Title: Inclination measurement for cursor control
Inventor: UMEDA YICHI
IPC: G06F3/0354
Filed: 1994-11-23
Abstract: An inclination detector comprises a light source 2 (eg a pulsed infrared LED fixed relative to a computer screen 1) and a relatively movable detector 4 (eg a quadrant detector in an input device 3) for determining the angle between the light from the source and an axis (Z axis) of the detector (eg for controlling a cursor 8 displayed on the screen). The inclination is calculated from the outputs of a plurality of light sensors spaced in X and Y directions and situated behind a rectangular aperture in the detector. Information from the input device 3 may be sent to the computer by wireless transmission (eg infrared) or through a cord, using modulation of a carrier wave. The modulation may comprise a binary signal having pulses of unit length T and twice T. A plurality of spaced sources enables detection of rotation about the Z axis. Alternatively the position of light source on a pen may be detected by triangulation using a plurality of the detectors. 
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Patent GB-2284644-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle braking systems
Inventor: KUROKAWA TAKASHI
IPC: B60T7/12
Filed: 1994-12-07
Abstract: A pressure control apparatus 10 in a vehicle braking system, comprises a housing 11 having therein a pressure chamber 33 which communicates with a wheel cylinder. Valve means comprising first and second slidable members 14, 15, movable in response to a variable current supplied to a solenoid 18 and to master cylinder pressure at inlet 13a, adjusts the pressure in the chamber 33. The variable current may result from wheel spin (traction control) or from the vehicle being too close to the vehicle in front so that the wheel is braked automatically without brake pedal actuation. In the event of a system failure, brake pedal operation will result in a protrusion on a master cylinder piston engaging the end 14a of member 14 so as to generate a force in the chamber 33. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2284081-A (GB)
Title: Cache affinity scheduler
Inventor: VALENCIA ANDREW J
IPC: G06F12/0842
Filed: 1992-08-19
Abstract: A computing system 50 includes N symmetrical computing engines having N cache memories joined by a system bus 12. The computing system includes a global run queue (54), an FPA global run queue, and N affinity run queues (58). Each engine is associated with one affinity run queue, which includes multiple slots. When a process first becomes runnable, it is typically attached to one of the global run queues. A scheduler allocates engines to processes and schedules the processes to run on the basis of priority and engine availability. The system keeps track of the number of processes queued to each processor and can transfer a process from one processor to another with a shorter queue. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2291107-A (GB)
Title: Shackle lock
Inventor: ALLEN SIMON RICHARD
IPC: E05B67/38
Filed: 1995-04-10
Abstract: A shackle has two interengaging members 7 and 9 secured together by a locking means such as a padlock 6. In the embodiment shown, the members have a threaded engagement and the padlock engages the apertured end of member 7 as well as an apertured component 8 carried by member 7. The component 8 can be carried on member 7. In an alternative arrangement there is no threaded engagement, member 7 is a headed pin with an aperture for a padlock at its end remote from the head. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-950747-A (GB)
Abstract: 950,747. Calculating apparatus. OLYMPIA WERKE A. G. Oct. 14, 1960 [Nov. 27, 1959], No. 35282/60. Heading G4B. An electromagnetic input device for a calculating or like machine comprises a setting member, e.g. 10, for each digit character of the notation, a selecting magnet, e.g. 30, associated with each setting member for the pre-selection of that member and a common magnet 52 for actuating any pre-selected member. When a selecting magnet, e.g. 30, is energized, it acts through a lever 27 to project a rod 40 from a hole in the corresponding member 10 in which its end is supported so that upon the immediately following energization of the common magnet 52, a yoke 81 raised by the latter through a lever 56 will engage the rod 40 and raise the member 10 which projects the corresponding pin 5 in that row of pins in the pincarriage 4 which is in the setting position. An extension of the yoke (81, Fig. 2-not shown) actuates a pin 6 to effect a step shift of the pincarriage. The device may be fitted beneath the keyboard of a ten-key machine as shown in Fig. 4 and the keys may actuate contacts so as to effect setting of the pin-carriage through the electromagnetic input device.
Patent GB-2289076-A (GB)
Title: Internal screens and partitions
Inventor: PATTERSON KEITH RICHARD
IPC: E06B5/16
Filed: 1995-05-05
Abstract: A fire-resisting and/or acoustically-insulating glazed internal partition (10) comprises a frame (12) constituted by a number of frame members (30 - 58) joined by dowels and forming a number of apertures each glazed with a glass pane (14 - 28). The frame members (30 - 58) are formed of a man-made material (eg MDF) having a density not less than that of high-density hardwood, and having their exposed surfaces covered with cloaking beads or trim. Intumescent material is incorporated as necessary at the edges of the panes and at the frame joints. The structure is of modular construction and may be assembled on site. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2288470-A (GB)
Title: Spectacles with decoration
Inventor: MURAI MASARU
IPC: G02C11/02
Filed: 1992-10-12
Abstract: Spectacles 400 comprising a pair of lenses 402, a spectacle frame body, and flexible lens holding members 408 arranged around the lenses for holding the lenses to the spectacle frame body, have at least one wire 408b which provides a decorative effect 411. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2288201-A (GB)
Title: Spring mounting for sash windows
Inventor: HARDY TERENCE
IPC: E05D13/00
Filed: 1992-01-15
Abstract: An outer frame assembly for a sliding sash window incorporates opposed side frame members each having inwardly-opening channels incorporating support assemblies comprising a plurality of identical casings incorporating a spring member formed from coiled strip material freely rotatably mounted in the casing, one end of each spring member projecting from the associated casing, extending along and within the channel and being connectable to a sash frame, and each of the casings having a formation adapted for abutment with a corresponding formation on an adjacent casing whereby the spring members are located closely adjacent to and uniformly spaced from one another along the channel. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2302976-A (GB)
Title: Security method and apparatus
Inventor: WHITE PETER DOUGLAS
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 1995-06-30
Abstract: An order for goods phoned in by a customer is entered into a unit 53 which provides the customer with a code. The goods are placed in a selected locked cabinet 41, 42, 43 which the customer can subsequently unlock by keying-in 55 the code.
Patent GB-2292291-A (GB)
Title: Adaptable IC card radio modem
Inventor: TANAKA MASAHIKO
IPC: H04B1/38
Filed: 1995-08-11
Abstract: In an IC card or other radio modem 1 for a personal computer or similar data terminal, an interface section 2 includes a plurality of different communication interface circuits 30-1 to 30-n. When the modem is coupled to a data terminal via a PCMCIA interface connector 5, one of the interface circuits is selected which matches the communication access conditions of the data terminal. The interface circuit selected is connected to a radio modem section 4 also included in the modem 1. Thus the modem is connectable to various kinds of data terminals. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2293161-A (GB)
Title: Pallets
Inventor: MONTGOMERY DEREK
IPC: B65D19/00
Filed: 1995-09-18
Abstract: A plastics pallet is stiffened by a plurality of intersecting ribs 14 preferably of semi-circular cross-section. The ribs may interconnect tapered feet 16 to allow the pallets to be nested. Circular recesses 20 may be provided at the intersections of the ribs 14, and contain labels or markings. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2293777-A (GB)
Title: Fuse apparatus for shutting down failed filters
Inventor: APPEL CORNELIUS
IPC: B01D46/24
Filed: 1995-10-03
Abstract: A fuse 225 for protecting process equipment and the environment from particle contamination including: a vessel with a tube sheet across the top of the vessel; two or more tubular filters 215 open at the top and arranged in filter clusters, each filter containing a permeable material; and at least one seal 220 placed between the tube sheet and each of the filters; fuses connecting to the top of the tube sheet for preventing passage of the particle-containing gas in the event of failure of one or more of the filters or seals; where the open bottom of a single fuse surrounds the open tops of one filter cluster and corresponding seals; the fuses containing a permeable material having a higher permeability than the permeability of the permeable filter material; and in the event of failure of one or more filters or seals, the flow of the particle-containing gas through the fuse causes substantially complete blockage of the fuse; and a backflushing conduit for removing solid particles collected on the outside of the filters of the filter cluster. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2295368-A (GB)
Title: Stabilising device
Inventor: PAYNE DOUGLAS
IPC: B62D53/08
Filed: 1994-05-27
Abstract: A device for stabilising a wheeled trailer towable behind a vehicle is disclosed comprising a frame (4) attached or for attachment to the trailer forward of the trailer wheels, a ground engaging wheel (6) able to rotate about a generally upright axis, a clutch (8) operable to damp the rotation of the wheel (6) and means to operate the clutch (8) during deceleration of the vehicle. The device (2) helps to support the nose weight of the trailer, while the clutch (8) operates to damp snaking motion of the trailer, allowing the vehicle and trailer combination to safely brake, even while the trailer is snaking. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2302009-A (GB)
Title: Harness for carrying an article
Inventor: VAN HALL MAURICE
IPC: A62B25/00
Filed: 1996-03-14
Abstract: A harness to enable the wearer to carry an article such as breathing apparatus comprises a waist belt (9) carrying a waist plate (1) to which a back plate (21) is secured. The harness includes shoulder straps (20) and a means (41,50) of securing the article to it. The back plate (21) is moveable with respect to the waist plate (1) to facilitate movement of the wearer's body. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2318669-A (GB)
Title: Information relay system and infrared sensors for electronic intrusion monitoring
Inventor: WARRICH AMMAR ALI
IPC: G08B25/00
Filed: 1996-10-03
Abstract: A computer-like device collects and manipulates information regarding the security of the property and relays this information to concerned parties both within and without the property. The system INPUTS include (a) a telecommunications link (eg fibre optic cable) to/from correspondent equipment elsewhere, (b) a link (eg co-axial cable) from external sensor(s), (c) a link (eg via the common mains wiring) from internal sensor(s). The system OUTPUTS include (1) the telecommunications link as for input (a), (2) a number of outlets suitable to signal common televisions, (3) an outlet (via a suitable portal) to a printer. Both the inputs and outputs will be subject to keyboard/command device control/manipulation. The device may carry out the functions of a home computer. Infrared intruder detectors suitable for internal and external use are able to distinguish between different heat sources. The external sensor is in the form of a periscope with a rotatable head.
Patent GB-2318095-A (GB)
Title: Desktop hot foil embossing stamping press for security marking documents
Inventor: CASTLETON MICHAEL ADRIAN
IPC: B30B15/16
Filed: 1996-10-11
Abstract: Relative movement between the plates 12,18 of the stamping press is provided by an hydraulic ram 14 fed with fluid from a pump driven by an electric motor (60, Fig 2) having a flywheel. The motor is switched off before the fluid pressure reaches the maximum pressure required and then allowed to run under its own inertia until it stalls. A valve (64,Fig 2) is then opened to dump the pressure. The foil feed and take off rollers 30,32 are mounted above the ram 14 and the foil 28 is fed to and from the gap 24 between the plates in a direction parallel to the ram actuation direction. The draw-off assembly 42 comprises a nip defined by a small drive roller 46 and a large idler roller 50.
Patent GB-2308170-A (GB)
Title: A control system which engages a modulating clutch and a lockup clutch when predetermined driveline speeds are exceeded
Inventor: SHOWALTER DAN J
IPC: B60K23/08
Filed: 1996-10-25
Abstract: An adaptive torque control and distribution system for a motor vehicle having a transfer case, primary driveline and drive wheels and secondary driveline and drive wheels for operation in extreme off road conditions such as sand. The transfer case includes a modulating clutch and a lockup clutch disposed in parallel between its primary (rear) output and secondary (front) output. The system detects abnormally high magnitude and rapidly repeating wheel spin transients which are characteristic of operation in sand or similar highly randomly variable tractive conditions and overrides the on demand torque distribution program for a predetermined time interval. During this predetermined time interval, the transfer case lockup clutch is activated thereby coupling the primary and secondary drivelines and achieving a fifty-fifty torque split therebetween while the modulating clutch is inactive. The system and this operating mode reduces clutch and clutch operator cycling thereby reducing heat generation within the transfer case and increasing clutch and transfer case longevity.
Patent GB-2306884-A (GB)
Title: Suppressing explosions
Inventor: PARKES JOHN HUMPHRIES
IPC: A62C4/00
Filed: 1996-11-05
Abstract: The effect of an explosion is reduced by spraying a liquid to generate a liquid dispersion at least partly surrounding the explosive body and detonating the explosive body in the liquid dispersion. As shown, the explosive body is located at 4 in a pit 1 having side wall 2, floor 3 and spraying nozzles 5. The pit 1 may also be provided with a plurality of baffle plates 6.
Patent GB-2319025-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for destruction of waste by thermal scission and chemical recombination
Inventor: MARR JR ANDREW W
IPC: F23J15/00
Filed: 1996-11-08
Abstract: An apparatus has a thermal scission reactor with a graphite-lined plasma arc chamber for the pyrolytic disposal of toxic or hazardous waste. The thermal scission reactor includes a vessel with the plasma arc chamber surrounded by a water jacket. A tubular plasma arc electrode is provided for reciprocating movement within the plasma arc chamber. A conduit communicates with the tubular plasma arc electrode for the introduction of waste material through the tubular plasma arc electrode into the plasma arc chamber. The tubular plasma arc and an opposing electrode produce a plasma electric arc within the plasma arc chamber. An entry duct communicates with the plasma arc chamber for introduction of solid waste into the plasma arc chamber. An exit duct communicates with the plasma arc chamber for escape of gases and ash from the plasma arc chamber. Graphite liners are provided in the plasma arc chamber, the entry duct and the exit duct. The graphite liners may be impregnated with substances for neutralizing the waste material being processed. Injection ports for introduction of neutralizing agents, water, oxygen or hydrogen into the plasma arc chamber may be provided.
Patent GB-2320031-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for the culture of microrganisms in the presence of light
Inventor: SKILL STEPHEN
IPC: A01G33/00
Filed: 1996-12-06
Abstract: Microorganisms such as algae or photosynthetic bacteria are cultured in an apparatus comprising an arrangement of parallel passageways and at least one pump to circulate the liquid culture of microorganisms through the passageways. The pump comprises a rotor with flexible vanes which rotates inside a passageway to provide a pumping impulse.
Patent GB-2320330-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle seat position detection system
Inventor: HIRSCH KRYSTIAN
IPC: B60N2/00
Filed: 1996-12-12
Abstract: A vehicle seat position detection system comprises a pair of mounting rails securable to a floor of a motor vehicle, the rails being spaced apart and extending substantially parallel to one another; a seat detection switch 58-66 associated with at least one of the mounting rails, the switch being normally open but being moved to a closed position when a vehicle seat is secured to the mounting rails; and a monitoring circuit 96 connected to the seat detection switch to monitor the status of the switch. The system is preferably used in a people carrier wherein several pairs of rails comprise switches arranged so as to permit determination of the positions of the seats (Fig 5 not shown). By appropriate selection of the resistors R1 - R5, the monitoring circuit can determine the arrangement of seats.
Patent GB-2321003-A (GB)
Title: Monitoring apparatus for combat sport
Inventor: CZAJLIK MIKULAES
IPC: A63B71/06
Filed: 1997-01-14
Abstract: Apparatus for monitoring blows administered in a contact sport such as boxing comprises sensor means (5) carried by a glove (6) adapted to sense at least the strength of a blow, and receptor means adapted to receive input from the sensor means whereby to monitor the input for assessing the blow. The receptor means may comprise a computer and may be located outside a boxing ring, receiving signals from the sensor means (5) through a transmitter (8). The sensor means may be located in a head-guard rather than a glove.
Patent GB-2305417-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for the placement of self-adhesive labels on compact disks
Inventor: CASILLO JOSEPH
IPC: B65C9/26
Filed: 1995-08-08
Abstract: A labeler for the near-perfect manual placement of self-adhesive labels (400) onto compact disks (200) has a positioning cone (300) with an elongated stock member, a flat surface with a diameter greater than the elongated stock member and a point on an end of the positioning cone supposed from the elongated stock member; positioning plate (500) with positioning hole in the center, a surface area upon which a self-adhesive label (400) can be placed and a side area to add strength to the positioning plate; a cylindrical base (600) with a flat lip member upon which the positioning plate (500) can rest substantially flat, a flat bottom to keep the cylindrical base substantially flat, a wall to keep the flat lip member lifted substantially off of the substantially flat surface and a hollow cavern into which a substantial portion of the positioning cone can fit. A method for affixing a label (400) to a compact disk (200) using the labeler is also described.
Patent GB-2322379-A (GB)
Title: Abrasive bleach containing composition
Inventor: HAGROO PRANIL POORAN
IPC: C11D1/04
Filed: 1997-02-24
Abstract: Shelf stable, single phase, thickened bleach containing compositions which exhibit a high level of bleach stability, effective stain and soil removal particularly from hard surfaces, and good disinfection of treated surfaces have good viscosity characteristics and single solution phase behaviour enabling the composition to have an acceptable shelf life. The compositions comprise a soap, a nonionic amine oxide, a sulphate or sulphonate anionic, an alkali metal salt eg. chloride, a pH adjusting agent, a bleach releasing agent such as hypochlorite, an abrasive and a builder.
Patent GB-2322894-A (GB)
Title: Stirrup for lift threshold
Inventor: BRUNTON STEPHEN KENNETH
IPC: B66B13/30
Filed: 1997-03-08
Abstract: All improved stirrup for lift thresholds, made from steel or other suitable materials, comprising a couple of plates (12, 16), coupled to one another according to a substantially orthogonal orientation, one of which is adjustable with regard to the other one at least in a horizontal and transversal and/or vertical direction. Said plates are connected to one another by a couple of angularly connected tie rods (20, 20').
Patent GB-2319084-A (GB)
Title: Laser extended spirit level
Inventor: DIBBEN CLIVE DAVID
IPC: G01C15/00
Filed: 1997-03-14
Abstract: A spirit level has a laser device 7 which is mounted to the body of the level in such a manner as to extend a narrow beam of light 5 in line with the base of the spirit level to enable identification of points in the same plane as the base of the body. The laser is secured to the body with provision for adjustment for initial calibration and periodic recalibration when necessary. An electrical switch 10 is provided to complete the circuit from the integral batteries to energise the laser when the body 1 is in the desired position.
Patent GB-2324669-A (GB)
Title: Controlling video or image presentation according to encoded content classification information within the video or image data
Inventor: CHAPMAN SYDNEY GEORGE
IPC: H04N7/24
Filed: 1997-04-23
Abstract: Display of video or image data is controlled in dependence on content classification information which is integrated within the data by means of invisible digital watermarking techniques. A controller decodes the watermarked content codes and then prevents display of certain material, by overlaying the display with blanking data, if the codes match certain stored codes which the controller has been set to respond to. The codes are more difficult for unauthorised persons to detect and remove than other embedded codes would be.
Patent GB-2313641-A (GB)
Title: Connectors
Inventor: DAVIDSON PAUL ANTHONY
IPC: F16L37/098
Filed: 1996-02-02
Abstract: This invention relates to connectors (1) and more particularly, to a connector for a tubular member (2), for example, a pipe, a tube, or a rod that is a push fit onto an end of a tubular member. In one embodiment, there is provided a connector (1) between a first tubular member (42) and a second tubular member (45), wherein the first tubular member has an open end adapted to receive the second tubular member in axial sliding engagement therewith, and wherein there is further provided gripping means (43) mounted on the wall of said tubular members and adapted to bear upon the wall of the other tubular member in gripping engagement therewith.