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Patent GB-2435478-A (GB)
Title: An electric iron with boiler-type steam generator
Inventor: SONG GUIRONG
IPC: D06F75/14
Filed: 2007-02-26
Abstract: An electric iron with boiler-type steam generator, comprises: a main body of electric iron; a boiler-type steam generator 2 positioned in the main body of electric iron and an ironing plate 3 positioned at the bottom of the main body of electric iron. A steam chamber 22 is set on the ironing plate and squirt holes that are connected with the steam chamber are set in the bottom surface of the ironing plate. A mechanical valve 4 is fixed on the body 21 of the boiler-type steam generator, an intake (401, Fig 4) of said mechanical valve is positioned in the said body and an outlet (402, Fig 4) is connected with the steam chamber by a tube (48, Fig 4). A switch 6 connecting with and controlling the valve core 45 is set on the surface of the main body of electric iron. Advantageously, the boiler-type steam generator provides high pressure steam that is controlled by the mechanical valve.
Patent GB-2456129-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for event detection
Inventor: BONNEFOY DAVID
IPC: H04W4/021
Filed: 2007-12-20
Abstract: An event detection apparatus for a cellular communication system comprises a video upload processor (203) which receives video upload activity indications. Each video upload activity indication comprises an indication of a video upload from a remote station of the cellular communication system as well as a remote station location indication for the remote station from which a video clip is uploaded. An event processor (205) generates an event indication in response to the video upload activity indications meeting a criterion where the event indication comprises an event location indication generated in response to the remote station location indications. The event detection criterion may specifically be that more than a given number of video upload activity indications are indicative of video uploads within a given time interval and geographic area. The invention may allow improved event detection.
Patent GB-2446058-A (GB)
Title: Portable satellite dish and its mounting arrangement
Inventor: CHARLTON ROBERT
IPC: H01Q1/12
Filed: 2008-01-24
Abstract: A portable satellite dish arrangement comprises at least one support 18, 20 attached via a pivot to a satellite dish 10. The said support 18, 20 is movable between a parallel stored position with the dish 10 and an open and in use position at an angle to the dish providing a first support point and the edge of the dish 10 is used as a second support point. The support may comprise two legs to provide two contact points whilst the edge of the dish 10 provides a third contact point. A support bracket 48, 50 may include angle measurement means 62. The dish 10 arrangement may have a spirit level 64 to enable accurate elevation adjustments and a receiver 14 mounted in a pivoting manner to a parabolic reflector 12 such that it can be moved to a predetermined position. The receiver 14 may be attached to the highest vertical point of the circumference of the reflector 12 to improve the centre of gravity of the dish arrangement. Also disclosed is a portable satellite dish and its mounting comprising at least two legs connected in a pivoting manner such that each leg can be moved relative to one another and where one of the legs is arranged to support the satellite dish and movement of the legs with respect to one another allows the dish to be positioned to a predetermined angle of elevation.
Patent GB-2448023-A (GB)
Title: Golf club head comprising front and rear body parts
Inventor: MERGY JEFFREY T
IPC: A63B53/04
Filed: 2008-02-22
Abstract: A wood-type golf club head comprises front and rear bodies. The front body includes striking face 14 with rearwardly extending crown 20, sole 22, toe 24 and heel 26 walls, and the rear body includes forwardly extending crown 48, sole 50, toe 52 and heel 54 walls which meet the rearwardly extending walls. Front body crown wall 20 includes rearwardly protruding section 38 which mates with a corresponding recessed section 56 in the rear body crown wall 48. The front and rear bodies may be cup shaped, and the front body may include hosel 16. The club head may be hollow, and the front and rear bodies may be formed of different materials, with a metallic front body and a non-metallic rear body. Front body sole wall 22 may have a central rearwardly protruding section 62 similar in profile to that of the crown wall. The protruding section 38 of front body crown wall 20 lies in a region of the club head that experiences high deflection and stress during impact with a golf ball, and during impact with a golf ball the club head behaves substantially as a fully metallic club head.
Patent GB-2447132-A (GB)
Title: Correcting output of a Max-Log-MAP algorithm using a mask
Inventor: ORIO MASAO
IPC: G06F7/556
Filed: 2006-12-20
Abstract: The invention relates to an arithmetic circuit to correct an approximate value computed by a Max-Log-MAP (based on Log-MAP) algorithm. The arithmetic circuit comprises a maximum value output circuit which outputs a maximum value of the Max-Log-MAP algorithm and a correction circuit which corrects the maximum value. The correction circuit includes: <SL> <LI>i) a mask value generator which calculates a mask value based on a path metric value composed of a plurality of bits, <LI>ii) a mask processor which performs mask processing on the path metric value based on the mask value; and <LI>iii) a logic circuit calculating a logical OR of the maximum value and an output of the mask processor. </SL> The invention can also be carried out using the minimum value of the Max-Log-MAP algorithm, which changes the logic circuit so that it calculates a logical AND of the minimum value and the output of the mask processor.
Patent GB-2455860-A (GB)
Title: Polycrystalline diamond construction with controlled gradient metal content
Inventor: ZHAN GUODONG
IPC: C22C26/00
Filed: 2008-11-14
Abstract: A polycrystalline diamond construction comprises a diamond body 32 attached to a metallic substrate 40, and having an engineered metal content. The body 32 comprises bonded together diamond crystals with a metal material disposed interstitially between the crystals. A body working surface 34 has metal content of 2 to 8 percent that increases moving away therefrom. A transition region 42, 46 between the body 32 and substrate 40 includes metal rich 42 and metal depleted regions 46 having controlled metal content that provides improved thermal expansion matching/reduced residual stress. A point in the body adjacent the metal rich zone has a metal content that is at least about 3 percent by weight greater than that at a body/substrate interface. The metal depleted zone 46 metal content increases gradually moving from the body, and has a thickness greater than 1.25 mm. Metal depleted zone 46 metal content changes less about 4 percent per millimetre moving along the substrate. A method of forming the construction is also claimed.
Patent GB-2452874-A (GB)
Title: Work seat apparatus
Inventor: UEDA MINORU
IPC: A47C9/02
Filed: 2007-05-14
Abstract: A work seat apparatus (20) in which an operator (22) can work on a workpiece (13) while seated. The apparatus includes a horizontal first arm part (31) that is raised and lowered by a raising and lowering part (29), and a second arm part (32). The second arm part (32) is rotatably provided to the first arm part via a joint part (34). A seat on which the operator sits is rotatably provided to a distal end part of the second arm part and is readily brought near to an operation position.
Patent GB-2458339-A (GB)
Title: Correction of image defects, particularly lens distortion
Inventor: CABRAL BRIAN K
IPC: H04N5/357
Filed: 2008-11-26
Abstract: An image distortion reduction method comprises determining and storing lens distortion information, and processing an image captured with the lens system, with reference to the distortion data, to generate a corrected, reduced distortion, image. Distortion information may be derived by taking, via the lens system, a calibration image, or picture, of a reference image, then comparing the calibration and reference images; plural reference images may be used for different distortion types. Source and destination pixels may be obtained, with correction including pixel position translation (Figure 6). Also independently claimed is a system for reducing lens distortion in a captured image, comprising a buffer store, and a texturing engine to access a correction image in the buffer and use this to generate a corrected image (pixel data). A further independent claim relates to computer program code for a warping method that comprises generating distortion correction information, storing this distortion data as a warping texture, and using this to produce a modified image via a graphics processing unit (GPU). One or plural pixel shaders can be used for image processing. Corrected lens defects may include geometric, pincushion, barrel, relief (see Figure 2), chromatic (colour), perspective and asymmetric distortions.
Patent GB-2465851-A (GB)
Title: Capillary electrochromatography (CEC) analytical separation analysis device and method
Inventor: SMYTH MALCOLM
IPC: B01J20/26
Filed: 2008-12-08
Abstract: A capillary electrochromatography (CEO) analytical separation analysis device. The device comprises a stationary phase fabricated at least partially from a conducting or electroactive polymer e.g. polyaniline (PANI). By applying a potential to the stationary phase it is possible to modify or control properties of the stationary phase e.g. porosity, density, hydrophobicity or colour etc.
Patent GB-2466044-A (GB)
Title: A method of modifying an input sequence of temporal television signals
Inventor: WESTON MARTIN
IPC: H04N7/01
Filed: 2008-12-09
Abstract: A television signal is modified through a sine wave motion-judder component 502 to introduce intentional motion judder which can replicate the appearance of cinematic projection. The method may present 24 frames per second film via a 60 Hz television system with the "look" of a 72 Hz cinematic projector, a judder oscillator is set to generate a 24 Hz sinewave having a peak amplitude equal to 38.5% of the time difference between 24 Hz frames. The motion-judder component may periodically reverse the apparent direction of motion. An apparatus for carrying out said method is also disclosed. The temporal interpolation may be carried out via a polyphase FIR filter.
Patent GB-2452453-A (GB)
Title: Condensate trap
Inventor: LOWRIE JAMES ROBERT
IPC: F16T1/34
Filed: 2007-05-23
Abstract: A condensate trap comprising a housing (4) with a condensate inlet (1) at the top. A first tube (5) depends from the top of the housing (4), the inlet leading to a space between the first tube (5) and housing (4). A second tube (6) within the first tube (5) extends upwardly from the bottom of the housing (4). A third tube (7) within the second tube (6) depends from the top of the housing (4). A vent tube (8) opening at the bottom of the housing (4) extends upwardly between the second (6) and third (7) tubes. An outlet tube (9) extends upwardly within the third tube (7) and terminates below the top of the vent tube (8). The housing (4) is sealed other than at the inlet (1), and openings for the vent tube (8) and outlet tube (9).
Patent GB-2455446-A (GB)
Title: Method of cementing a wellbore with a composition comprising perlite
Inventor: REDDY B RAGHAVA
IPC: C09K8/467
Filed: 2008-12-23
Abstract: A method of cementing comprises placing a cement composition in a wellbore, wherein the cement composition comprises cement, water, and a perlite additive, wherein the perlite additive is prepared by: grinding at least perlite; expanding at least a portion of the ground perlite; and grinding at least a portion of the ground-expanded perlite.
Patent GB-2466829-A (GB)
Title: Suction mounting
Inventor: PEGDEN PETER
IPC: F16B35/06
Filed: 2009-01-09
Abstract: A kit comprises a screw member 14, having a first substantially helical surface 15 comprising a screw for screwing into a surface, and a second substantially helical surface 16, and a mounting for mounting articles to a surface 18. The mounting comprises suction means for sealingly contacting the surface 18 there being pulling means attached to the suction means for drawing a part of the suction means away from the surface 18 so that a partial vacuum is created between the suction means and the surface. The pulling means also has a fourth substantially helical surface. The mounting further comprises a rotatable member 2 comprising a third substantially helical surface 6. Rotation of the rotatable member 2 draws the pulling means and respective part of the suction means away from the surface 18. The second substantially helical surface 16 is engageable with the third substantially helical surface 6, whereby the rotatable member may be fixed to the surface 18 without using the suction means.
Patent GB-2467568-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable magnetic display system for attaching mirrors or photograph frames to a display surface
Inventor: MAGEE CHRIS
IPC: A47G1/06
Filed: 2009-02-06
Abstract: A method of affixing objects (e.g. a mirrors, a photograph frames or other fixings) to an upright display surfaces (e.g. a wall) using magnets is disclosed. In use at least one magnet 1 is attached to the rear of the object 4, and the magnet(s) is attracted to at least one magnet 2 which may be affixed to the display surface 3. The display surface magnet(s) may be affixed thereto by a self adhesive back, or may include holes (5,Fig.1) for screw fitting. The object maybe repositioned horizontally, vertically, diagonally and/or squarely within a radius relative to the size or length of the magnets, which can be in turn relative to the size of the object being displayed.
Patent GB-2458817-A (GB)
Title: Flat pack bagless water butt
Inventor: MANNING PETER ANTHONY
IPC: E03B3/03
Filed: 2009-04-03
Abstract: The invention relates to a flat pack bagless water butt comprising a lid 1, a body tube 2 with integral seal 3, a base stand 5, a base bung 6, base clamps 4, a tap 7, tap nut 11, a tap mount 9 and a water level indicator 12. The seal preferably fits into seal channel (14 figure 2) and is held in position by the base clamps which are pushed down into the channel thereby compressing the seal. The lid preferably has a child proof removable inner piece for inspection. As there is no plastic bag liner, the problem of liners becoming punctured or sliding down with use are overcome.
Patent GB-2456443-A (GB)
Title: Tubing pressure insensitive control system
Inventor: BANE DARREN E
IPC: E21B34/10
Filed: 2007-11-06
Abstract: A control system can be used with a single control line (10) to a subsurface safety valve. The operating piston ( 16 ) is exposed to the flow tube (32 ) between two blocks with near identical seals (42, 26) to make the piston insensitive to tubing pressure. A control system seal (18) is carried by the piston in the upper block and a passage (4 ) between the control system seal and the tubing pressure seal in the upper block communicates to a compressible fluid reservoir (38 ) in the lower block that is also isolated from tubing pressure by a tubing pressure seal. Movement of the piston compresses the fluid in the reservoir. The reservoir can also include a spring (52) to return the piston and the flow tube to a position to close the valve. A redundant system ( 56 ) can be actuated if the primary system fails.
Patent GB-2458419-A (GB)
Title: Vector for expressing NC protein of HIV and method for producing NC protein using the same
Inventor: YOU JI-CHANG
IPC: C07K14/16
Filed: 2007-12-20
Abstract: The present invention relates to a vector for expressing an NC protein of HIV and a method for producing an NC protein using the same. More particularly, the present invention relates to a vector for expressing an NC protein of HIV, in which an intron sequence and an mRNA stability element in the downstream of NC gene are sequentially linked, and a method for producing an NC protein using the same. The vector for expressing an NC protein of HIV of the present invention, in which an intron sequence and an mRNA stability element in the downstream of NC gene are sequentially linked, can express a wild type NC protein in animal cells, and has an effect of improving the expression efficiency, as compared to a known art.
Patent GB-2473056-A (GB)
Title: AC power switch with overcurrent protection
Inventor: BARTELOUS PETER M C
IPC: H02H3/06
Filed: 2009-09-01
Abstract: An AC power switching module has an AC current input and output means L1, L2, switching means such as thyristors 6 between the input and output, and a switch controller 9 arranged to provide an output signal to the switching means 6 to control the state of the switching means, there is also a primary control including an opto-isolator 7 and a secondary control for setting the output of the switch controller. The secondary control 2 comprises current-dependent circuit dependent on the AC current. In normal operation the switching means are enabled but if AC line current exceeds a threshold, a disable command turns off the power. The switch controller must be reset by an enable command from the opto-isolator 7 to continue normal operation. The power switching module is suitable for use in subsea applications for maintaining short circuit fault protection.
Patent GB-2473811-A (GB)
Title: Limiting search results to hardware restraints or viewer profiles
Inventor: SANSOM PATRICK
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2009-09-10
Abstract: A system for searching for music or video media content stored in a plurality of sources 102 is disclosed. The system operates over a plurality of communication systems, such as networks 104 or broadcast systems 106. A search request generated by a receiver 108, such as a television or STB, is sent to a media display management server (fig. 3) where a search engine (120, fig. 3) identifies the content together with any associated metadata. Receiver configuration data, such as installed decoders or display limitations, and personal and viewing data relating to the receiver owner and viewers is stored in the server. The results of the search are filtered in dependence on the receiver configurations or user profiles.
Patent GB-2464377-A (GB)
Title: Improving face image by correcting rough skin
Inventor: LEE SEUNG-YUN
IPC: G06T5/00
Filed: 2009-09-25
Abstract: Method and apparatus for measuring the skin condition of a face detected from an image and improving the face image. The apparatus for improving a face image in a digital image processor comprises a digital signal processor 39 measuring the skin condition 39-2 of a face detected from an image, correcting 39-3 a rough portion (e.g. freckles, spots, wrinkles) of the skin of the detected face according to the measured skin condition and displaying the corrected image. The corrected image may be displayed simultaneously with the image before correction. The face can be detected in the image using face recognition and the skin condition measurement unit can divide the face into a number of blocks and calculate the brightness of each block. Blocks including rough portions are lower than the average brightness and can be corrected by adjusting the brightness gain for the rough portion.
Patent GB-2474285-A (GB)
Title: Elevator acceleration monitoring system
Inventor: DAWSON MIKE
IPC: B66B5/00
Filed: 2009-10-12
Abstract: A system compromising an accelerometer 2 and data logger 3 is attached to an elevator 1 and is utilised to measure, collect and store acceleration data for subsequent transmission to a remotely located computer-based data analyser 5 for the purpose of measuring and monitoring the operation of a lift. The communication link between data transmission equipment 4 and the data analyser 5 may be a telephone line, mobile telephone network, wireless network or the internet. The data analyser 5 may transmit data to the accelerometer 2 and data logger 3.
Patent GB-2474473-A (GB)
Title: Upright surface cleaning appliance with yoke and stand pivotable about common pivot axis
Inventor: WILLS ANDREW JAMES
IPC: A47L5/00
Filed: 2009-10-15
Abstract: An upright surface treating appliance 10 comprises main body 14, surface treating head 12 connected to yoke 26, and a stand (180, Fig 13) wherein yoke 26 and stand (180, Fig 13) are pivotable independently relative to the main body 14 about a common pivot axis (A, Fig 5a). Appliance 10 may comprise a pair of domed-shaped wheels 40, 42, each being rotatable about a respective rotational axis (R1, R2, Fig 5a), each axis being inclined relative to pivot axis (A, Fig 5a). Wheels 40, 42 may delimit a spherical volume (V, Fig 5a), through which pivot axis (A, Fig 5a) passes. Stand (180, Fig 13) may comprise supporting legs 182 connected to a body (188, Fig 4), which extends between wheel rims 40a, 42a, and may be pivotally mounted on a motor casing (74, Fig 12) of main body 14. Yoke 26 and stand (180, Fig 13) may be rotatably connected to main body 14 using one or more common connectors or bearings.
Patent GB-2467403-A (GB)
Title: Dust-separating apparatus having adjustable dust-collecting space
Inventor: OH JANG-KEUN
IPC: A47L9/16
Filed: 2009-12-01
Abstract: A dust-separating apparatus 9 for use in a vacuum cleaner separates dust particles from a drawn-in air stream. The dust-separating apparatus 9 comprises a dust-collecting space 36 for storing the separated dust particles, and a drive means 52 to increase or decrease the volume of the dust-collecting space 36. Accordingly, a user may adjust the capacity of the dust collecting space 36 as desired. The drive means may be in the form of a motor 52 which is housed in the body of the vacuum cleaner. The dust receptacle preferably includes a first receptacle 32 and a second receptacle 34. The first receptacle 32 preferably moves with respect to the second receptacle 34 and may be moved by a screw arrangement or by a rack and pinion arrangement.
Patent GB-271995-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to washing machines
IPC: D06F34/08
Filed: 1926-04-16
Abstract: 271,995. Gray, F. T., and Whitaker, Ltd., R. G. April 16, 1926. Actuating-mechanism. The stem 68 of a normally closed valve in a pipe supplying water, steam, &c. to a washing- machine is raised to open the valve by rotation of a cam-shaft 14. The valve stem is engaged by a lever 62, which is raised by a trip lever 72 pivoted to the lever 55 carrying the cam-follower 54. When the lever 55 is raised by the cam, if an electromagnet 60, in a circuit controlled by a rotary contact drum which governs the cycle. of laundering operations automatically, is deenergized the trip lever moves counterclockwise to a position limited by a stop 70 and misses the lever 62; if, however, the magnet is energized the trip lever engages and raises the lever 62. This mechanism may be duplicated for each valve stem so that the valve may be held open during continued rotation of the cam shaft, the controlling cam being spaced by 180.