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Patent GB-2369728-A (GB)
Title: Installing cables over extended spans, eg subsea
Inventor: TODD ROBERT
IPC: H02G15/14
Filed: 2001-03-05
Abstract: Methods are disclosed for laying cables over extended spans, for example over a transatlantic route. Multiple ducting 300 or single ducting for multiple cables 310 is laid part way along the route to facilitate subsequent installation of cables. Methods of gaining access to the termination point 210 of the ducting and repairing ducting as well as details of termination points and construction of ducting are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2368673-A (GB)
Title: Online invention disclosure system with search function
Inventor: PORCARI DAMIAN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2001-03-22
Abstract: A method of forming an invention disclosure system comprising forming an invention disclosure online by entering disclosure information into a web-based system, storing the information in a database, prompting the user to perform a search; when the user accepts then performing a search as a function of at least some of the disclosure information and then displaying the results. Relevant search results may be selected and ranked 210 and a second search 212 may be performed as a function of the relevant search results. The step of performing a search may comprise contacting a search vendor and supplying the vendor with search terms or performing a natural language search 202. The search results may be coupled to the invention disclosure. The user may be prompted to enter a search term wherein the step of performing the search is done in response to search term and disclosure information. The invention disclosure system may comprise a user computer, a server and a database coupled to the server.
Patent GB-2376889-A (GB)
Title: Fluid handling devices
Inventor: TARGELL JOHN
IPC: A61M5/32
Filed: 2001-04-26
Abstract: A fluid handling device such as a single-use syringe comprises a barrel 12 for containing fluid to be delivered through a needle, a needle-mounting hub 22 at one end of the barrel, a biasing element 24 arranged to urge the hub inwardly of the barrel, a stop element 34 blocking inward movement of the hub into the barrel, and a hollow plunger 14 which is movable within the barrel to deliver fluid from the barrel via the needle and has at its forward end a portion 56 which is severable in response to movement of the plunger over the final part of, or at the conclusion of, its delivery stroke to allow retraction of the needle-mounting hub into the hollow plunger, the hub and the stop element being formed as plastics mouldings in such a way that the stop element is axially captive with the hub and the plunger being arranged to disengage the stop element and the hub during said final part of, or at the conclusion of, the delivery stroke to allow the biasing element to drive the needle into the hollow plunger. The breakable stop element and hub and piston portions are preferably made by two-shot moulding.
Patent GB-2375497-A (GB)
Title: Illuminated tool
Inventor: LIU KUO-CHEN
IPC: B25B21/00
Filed: 2001-05-16
Abstract: An electric-powered tool includes a handle 100 for receiving batteries herein and a barrel with a driving shaft 13 rotatably connected to the distal end of the barrel portion. The driving shaft is controlled by a switch 12 which is electrically connected between the batteries and the driving shaft. An illuminating device includes two bulbs 21 attached beside the driving shaft and the bulbs are electrically connected to the switch so that when turning on the switch, the bulbs light to illuminate the object to be worked with. A switch operated by button 300 can disconnect the illuminating device.
Patent GB-2375719-A (GB)
Title: A wheelchair stand and bow support
Inventor: KELMAN JOHN PATRICK
IPC: A63B65/00
Filed: 2001-05-25
Abstract: A wheelchair stand and bow support to enable a disabled person to take part in archery. The stand comprises a platform, a bow support, and a bow. The bow may be cocked, aimed by use of hand grips and a laser sight, and fired using a trigger mechanism.
Patent GB-2376696-A (GB)
Title: Drainage system
Inventor: HILL ROBERT
IPC: E03F5/10
Filed: 2001-06-19
Abstract: The drainage system, particularly for use in conservation areas etc. which contain rare or protected amphibious creatures such as newts, comprises a silt trap 11 and a pervious bed 12 with the silt trap adapted to receive water and the pervious bed adapted to receive water from the silt trap. The silt trap is preferably in the form of a dish and is preferably surrounded by and to one side of the pervious bed which is located beneath the silt trap. The pervious bed is preferably circular and may have a top surface covered by a layer of soil 18. The pervious bed is preferably contained within an enclosure that comprises a filter, which may be formed of a textile material 13, and may be formed of gravel. A water outflow channel 32 may be provided beneath the surface of the pervious bed that includes an inlet adapted to receive water from the pervious bed and a sump 42, with the outflow structure extending upwards to a position above the surface of the pervious bed. The outflow structure may also include a circular vent with a circumferential overhang and which comprises a grating 47 with a lid. The pervious bed is preferably surrounded by a raised bank 48 that is higher than the vent. The outflow structure is preferably located in the centre of the pervious bed and formed from bricks, with the inlets 38 to the structure being formed by omitting a number of bricks from the structure.
Patent GB-2362171-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable linkage
Inventor: BURTON DAVID J
IPC: F16C11/04
Filed: 2000-01-04
Abstract: A folding stage includes a spacing linkage that is adjustable. The spacing linkage locks the folding stage at its final use position. The linkage includes an adjustable link member having an adjustment device. The adjustment device provides for changing the length of the link. The adjustment device includes a housing having a block slidably mounted therein. The housing and the block both include transverse openings for receiving a pivot bolt. The end of the housing receives a bolt threadably connected to the sliding block. A nut on the exterior of the housing threadably connects to the bolt and positions the block relative to the end of the housing for adjusting the length of the link and the position of the spacing linkage.
Patent GB-2367972-A (GB)
Title: Terminal interface device
Inventor: BRITISH TELECOMMUNICATIONS PUB
IPC: H04M11/04
Filed: 2001-06-20
Abstract: An interface unit, 5, which allows a data transmission device, 1, such as a modem or FAX to be connected to a telephone line, 2, that is employed as the communication channel for a supervised alarm system. The supervised alarm system comprises a Subscriber Terminal Unit (STU), 4, connected by the telephone line, 2, to a scanner, 3, at the telephone exchange. The poll and poll response signals and low-tone associated with a supervised alarm system would interfere with the data signals flowing to and from a modem/FAX, 1, if allowed to be present on the telephone line, 2, simultaneously. The present invention will disconnect a modem/FAX, 1, from the telephone line, 2, during data transmission if an alarm condition arises, by monitoring the low-tone status of the alarm system. The conventional telephone, 6, is not disconnected from the telephone line, 2, and may continue to be used in the event of an alarm. A low-tone filter is provided to improve data transmission and connection speeds. Low-tone attenuation is synthesised by the present invention to indicate off-hook status to alarm monitoring equipment at the telephone exchange.
Patent GB-2367066-A (GB)
Title: Improved ethylene manufacture by use of molecular redistribution on feedstock C3-5 components
Inventor: O'REAR DENNIS J
IPC: C07B61/00
Filed: 2001-07-09
Abstract: A process for preparing an ethylene-rich composition from a C<SB>3-5</SB> paraffinic feedstock is described. The C<SB>3-5</SB> paraffinic feedstock is subjected to molecular redistribution via dehydrogenation to form olefins, metathesis of the olefins, and rehydrogenation of the olefins to form paraffins. The product stream includes ethane, which is isolated and sent to an ethane or ethane/propane cracker (or, alternatively, a flexi-cracker, although this is less cost effective) to yield an ethylene-rich composition. The product stream also includes C<SB>3-5</SB> paraffins, which can be recycled, and C<SB>6</SB>+ paraffins, which can be used, for example, as solvents. Alternatively, they C<SB>6</SB>+ paraffins can be isomerized to form gasoline additives, or can be converted to aromatic compounds by subjecting them to reforming conditions, for example by using the AROMAX  õ   process or platforming or rheniforming conditions.
Patent GB-2363008-A (GB)
Title: Controller for battery operated vehicle
Inventor: MILLER DAVID
IPC: B60L11/18
Filed: 1997-11-20
Abstract: A power controller comprises switching circuits each consisting of a first switching element, such as a MOSFET, a second switching element, such as a diode D-FW and a capacitor CAP, and a printed circuit board PCB having the switching circuits arranged around an inner area of the board in a partial or complete loop, the inner area of the board and the area outside the loop being substantially solid tracking or conductive areas forming connections to the switching circuits . The first and second switching elements are mounted on one side of the board and the capacitor on the other. The MOSFET, diode and capacitor circuits are arranged in four sets, one set along each side of the board. Connectors A, B+ and B- are located along a diagonal of the board, with the connectors A and B+ to the two sides of the diodes located at opposite corners of the inner areas of the board. The inner tracking areas are divided by isolating lines into separate fingers for the respective circuits. A heat sink bar (31, Fig 5) of aluminium is connected between the MOSFET and diode of each circuit. Motor operating circuits using the power controller are described (Figs 1 and 6).
Patent GB-2371847-A (GB)
Title: Motor shunt in hydrostatic transmission
Inventor: HOPKINS MICHAEL F
IPC: F16H61/46
Filed: 2002-01-16
Abstract: A hydraulic pressure control system in a hydrostatic system of a split torque transmission comprises a circuit 9 between a variable output pump 3 driven by an engine 1 and a variable displacement motor 5. A shunt 15 controlled by a variable area or parallel valve 13 allows fluid to bypass the motor to avoid lugging of the engine under rapid or excessive load demands or to limit torque transfer to the motor by adjusting the pressure across the motor. In combination with a series valve in the circuit back loading of he engine can be controlled. The degree of opening of the shunt valve is responsive to a circuit pressure signal 17 subject to an engine angular velocity signal 21. The series is under control of an engine angular velocity signal (RPM). Heat exchanger 23 allows cooling of shunt fluid.
Patent GB-2373870-A (GB)
Title: Thermal Compensator for Fibre Grating with Expansion Body
Inventor: HOLDSWORTH STUART CAMERON
IPC: G02B6/34
Filed: 2002-03-04
Abstract: There is described a thermal compensator for a grating (12) embedded in an optical fibre (6). The thermal compensator comprises first (9) and second (10) members fixedly connected to the optical fibre (6) at first and second fixing points, which may be in the form of clamps 13a, 13b either side of the grating (12) which may be a Bragg grating. The first and second members (9, 10) have respective first and second bodies disposed parallel to each other and to the optical fibre (6), the first and second members (9, 10) being formed with juxtaposed surfaces disposed transversely to the longitudinal axis of the optical fibre (6). An expansion body (11) which may be cylindrical is captivated between the juxtaposed surfaces such that expansion of the expansion body (11) creates a force that urges the first and second fixing points towards each other, and contraction of the expansion body (11) creates a force that urges the first and second fixing points away from each other. The fixing points may include pillars (9a, 9b) secured to (clamps 13a, 13b) by bolts (14a, 14b).
Patent GB-2373270-A (GB)
Title: Tubular cutting tool
Inventor: STUART-BRUGES WILLIAM PETER
IPC: E21B23/01
Filed: 2002-03-13
Abstract: A tubular cutting tool for cutting tubulars from the inside includes two or more sets of electrically actuated retractable anchoring means, e.g. hinged legs 52, 54 mounted at longitudinally spaced apart locations to support the tool within the tubular, and an electrically driven rotary cutting head 12 with an electrically actuated, retractable cutting blade 14. Resilient means, e.g. spring stacks 74, 100 are compressed as the anchoring legs 52, 54 are moved into contact with the wall of the tubular, so as to compensate for variations in the internal radii of the tubular to be cut, thereby ensuring that the cutting tool is clamped rigidly in position.
Patent GB-2392629-A (GB)
Title: Disposable, pre filled baby bottle
Inventor: WELMAN KAREN
IPC: A61J9/00
Filed: 2002-09-07
Abstract: A fully integrated baby bottle which comprises a flexible, disposable pouch. Preferably the pouch is made from recyclable plastic with an extruded plastic teat, security seal and resealable lid. The pouch may have a thin shape and may be pre filled with milk. The bottle may be warmed in a microwave, by hot water or by other means prior to use. The bottle is purchased ready made and thrown away after use.
Patent GB-2395299-A (GB)
Title: Selection of an element in a parallel processor array by activating a pair of row and column select lines that connect all the elements in the row or column
Inventor: KIRSCH GRAHAM
IPC: G06F12/06
Filed: 2002-09-17
Abstract: The elements of a parallel processor, arranged in rows and columns, are selected by activating the row and column select lines of an element. Each row and column in the array has a row/column select line that connects all the elements in the row/column. The rows/columns may each have a column/row edge register and a row/column bus connecting all the elements in the row/column to the relevant column/row edge register. Each element may load a value from the row/column bus when selected and the edge registers may be adapted to drive the value onto the bus. The buses may connect the edge registers and all the elements in series. The elements may output a value onto the buses that is a logical combination of the input and an internal value. The logical combination may be a logical product. The elements may be connected to their neighbouring elements and load values from its neighbour when selected. Each element may have a control circuit. The elements may have a neighbour connection register and a selection circuit having a plurality of inputs and an output connected to the neighbour connection register wherein the circuit selects one of the inputs and outputs a value to the register. Also disclosed is the use of the array as an active memory device.
Patent GB-2394692-A (GB)
Title: Jigsaw blade supported by roller in scroller & pendulum modes
Inventor: WALKER ANDREW
IPC: B23D49/16
Filed: 2002-10-28
Abstract: A support roller 15 for supporting a blade of a jigsaw having a scroller mode and a pendulum mode is disclosed. A roller support frame 18 supports the roller 15 and is mounted via a collar 32 to a drive shaft 10 of the jigsaw such that the blade support roller 15 rotates with the jigsaw blade as the drive shaft 10 is rotated in the scroller mode. The support frame 18 also pivots relative to the jigsaw housing to enable the blade support roller 15 to remain in contact with the jigsaw blade in the pendulum mode.
Patent GB-2382313-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to coin pusher mechanisms
Inventor: MARCHINI BARRY
IPC: G07F17/38
Filed: 2002-11-22
Abstract: An amusement machine coin pusher mechanism, comprises a series of pushers 10, arranged side-by-side. The pushers are each associated with a respective gear 15 having an upstanding off-centre pin 15 which engages with a transverse track across the underside of an associated pusher. A motor is mounted beneath a surface on which the pushers/gears are mounted and the motor drives one gear 15. As the gear 15 rotates, the other gears in the gear train are caused to rotate with the result that each of the pushers is moved back and forth across the surface. The pushers may be arranged (Fig 7, not shown) so that their movements are out-of-phase with each other to create a ripple effect over the surface, and can be in a circular (Fig 8, not shown) or linear array.
Patent GB-2385140-A (GB)
Title: Method and devcie for detecting dangerous driving manoeuvres
Inventor: HAAS HARDY
IPC: B62D37/00
Filed: 2003-01-08
Abstract: Method and device for detecting critical driving states of a vehicle, in which momentary values of a magnitude which describes the transverse dynamics are determined at specified instants, and a critical driving state is detected by analysing the course of the determined values over time. The core of the invention is that, to detect a critical driving state, it is determined whether the determined values overshoot an upper limit and then undershoot a lower limit, or whether the determined values undershoot a lower limit and then overshoot an upper limit. It is also determined whether the time interval between an instant which is associated with the overshooting of the upper limit and a second instant which is associated with the undershooting of the lower limit is less than a specifiable time threshold. This basically detects sharp swerves by a car.
Patent GB-2399321-A (GB)
Title: Two-wheeled barrow
Inventor: OSELAND NIGEL
IPC: B62B1/00
Filed: 2003-03-14
Abstract: A wheelbarrow comprising of two rear wheels (2) and two front stays (3) supporting a hopper (1) with a protruding rear handle (4). The protruding rear handle (4) is preferably a continuous bar rather than two separate handles, as seen on a traditional wheelbarrow. The handle bar along with the other design elements means that the user pushes down, rather than lifts, to transport the load. The rear handle bar (4) is at a length so that the distance between the top of the handle bar and the ground (10) in the transporting position is ergonomically suited and comfortable for an average height user. The hopper's geometry is designed so that the load is centred around the wheel base (5) when in the transporting position and the hopper top edge (6) angled so that the load is not spilled, but also facilitates unloading. The geometry of the front stays is designed to facilitate loading by using their apex (7) to support the hopper in the loading position and also assist unloading by resting the barrow on the front arms (9). The two rear wheels (2) are preferably located so that the upper side of the hopper (6) overhangs them to prevent spillage of the load onto the wheels. The wheels are appropriately sized and made from the appropriate materials to provide sufficient traction and suspension. The wheelbarrow may also include a pivoted door (not shown), at the front end, to provide easier unloading, a completely removeable hopper, two separate handles rather than a single continuous arrangement and two small front wheels.
Patent GB-2385201-A (GB)
Title: Noise suppression for open bit line dram architectures
Inventor: LU SHIH-LIEN
IPC: G11C11/4097
Filed: 2001-10-03
Abstract: An open bit line dynamic random access memory (DRAM) architecture uses a multiple layer bit line configuration to reduce coupling between switching bit lines in the device. In one approach, each successive cell within a row of DRAM cells is coupled to a bit line segment that is on a different metallization layer than a previous cell in the row. Shielding members are also provided between adjacent bit lines on a common metallization layer to further reduce noise coupling. Functionality is also provided for reducing the effect of word line to bit line coupling in the DRAM device using dummy signal injection techniques. In this manner, common mode noise that could otherwise saturate one or more sense amplifiers within the DRAM device is reduced or eliminated before such saturation can take place. In one approach, dummy cells and reference cells are provided for use in performing the signal injection. The principles of the present invention are particularly well suited for use within embedded DRAM structures where low charge storage capacity within individual cells reduces the signal voltage levels that are achievable.
Patent GB-2402268-A (GB)
Title: Positionable cable connection device
Inventor: CHAPMAN PAUL
IPC: H01R13/646
Filed: 2003-05-29
Abstract: A positionable cable connection device 20 comprises an electrical output 34 and a connector 26 rotatable between a two positions which may be spaced at 90{ to each other so as to allow a cable to be secured to the connector in either position. This allows the connection device (20) to be used to secure cables that run either parallel or perpendicular to a surface on which the connection device is mounted whilst maintaining the integrity of electrical screening associated with the cable. The cable connection device 20 may comprises a body 42 onto which the body of the connector 26 is press fitted, a conductor 40 passing between the connector 26 and the output 34 to provide an electrical path within the device separate from any cable with which the device is used. The conductor 40 may terminate in a spring 44 rotatably mounted in a conductor 46 fixed to a pcb 48.
Patent GB-2403861-A (GB)
Title: Laser scanning surveying and measurement system
Inventor: HARKNESS PAUL IAN
IPC: G01S17/86
Filed: 2003-07-11
Abstract: A system 10 is disclosed for surveying and measuring the position of objects along a route. The system 10 comprises a laser scanner 20 and a data analyser 5. The data analyser 5 analyses the data signals from the scanner to determine the distance and presence of an object A from the scanner 20. The system 20 further comprises a data gate (36,Fig 2) operatively disposed between the scanner 20 and the data analyser 5. The data gate (36,Fig 2) allows only the data signals from the scanner relating to reflected pulses from objects A within a predetermined distance range to be registered and analysed. The laser scanner 20 may emit a series of radially directed energy pulses which are rotated around a 360 degree arc to define a rotating scanning beam. The system may comprise one or more position determining unit 16,17 such as a GPS or IMU, whose data may be combined with the information relating to the distance and presence of an object A. The system may further comprise a video camera 18 whose video image data may be combined with data relating to the distance and presence of an object A. The system may be used to measure and survey a railway track and trackside objects such as bridges, platforms, signals and tunnel walls. The system may also be applied to road surveys.
Patent GB-2403946-A (GB)
Title: A coin dispenser having individual coin carriers
Inventor: WILLIS MARCUS JOHN
IPC: G07D1/00
Filed: 2003-07-16
Abstract: A coin dispenser comprises a hopper (10, fig. 1), a dispensing track 5 extending upwardly from the hopper and a conveyor for conveying coins along the dispensing track. A motor 2 drives the conveyor, which comprises a set of individual coin carriers 13. The motor 2 drives one or more of the coin carriers 13, which are arranged to abut one another, and so in turn moves the other coin carriers 13. Each coin carrier 13 may be a ring. This enables the hopper to be "purged" of coins.