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Patent GB-2360176-A (GB)
Title: Emergency call network for mobile telephone
Inventor: CHARBONNIER PHILIPPE
IPC: H04W4/90
Filed: 2000-10-13
Abstract: Process for calling, with the aid of a mobile telephone, an emergency centre (3) of an emergency call cellular telephone network (2), in which, the telephone camping onto a first cellular telephone network (1), it decamps from the first network (1) and camps onto the second emergency call network (2), via which it calls the emergency centre (3), automatically, either upon the dialling by the user of an emergency number, the telephone in this case inhibiting the telephone calling of the emergency number, or by pressing an emergency call button. The emergency number may be inhibited on the first network, or may be selected by pressing an emergency call button. If the emergency network cannot be found, the call may be completed via the first network.
Patent GB-2369791-A (GB)
Title: Tool having a grip with improved strength.
Inventor: HSIEH SHIH-KUEI
IPC: B25B13/08
Filed: 2000-12-06
Abstract: Wrench having a grip with better strength, including: a grip 22 at least one end of which is formed with a holding section 24,26 for wrenching a nut, a bolt, etc.; a first plane 30 face axially formed on the grip 22, the first plane face being substantially parallel to a wrenching plane face defined by the holding section; and two second plane faces 32 formed on two sides of the first plane face 30 along the axis of the grip. The second plane faces 32 and the first plane face contain a large angle. The second plane faces are formed along entire length of the grip, and the first plane face may be filled with through holes (66, Fig.10). The recess formed by the first and second plane faces may be infilled or injected with material (75, Fig.12) to aid grip.
Patent GB-2370353-A (GB)
Title: Navigation system
Inventor: HOISKO JYRKI
IPC: G01C21/36
Filed: 2000-12-20
Abstract: A navigation system comprises at least one tactile actuator means 4. The tactile actuator means is adapted to provide tactile navigation stimulus for the user 1 of the system. A controller 5 is provided for controlling the operation of the at least one tactile actuator means 4 based on information associated with the position of the user. In operation the position of the user 1 and the direction to which the user should move are determined. The user is then guided by means of the tactile navigation stimulus. The navigation system may be implemented as a portable navigator apparatus that comprises at least one tactile actuator means and a controller. The portable navigation apparatus may also comprise means 3 for determining information associated with the position of the user.
Patent GB-2372339-A (GB)
Title: An arrangement for applying handwriting to an HTML document
Inventor: DAVIES CLAYTON
IPC: G06F17/24
Filed: 2001-01-17
Abstract: Apparatus for applying a signature or other hand written data to a file or document created, stored and/or displayed in html format, comprising input means (10) for electronically capturing hand written data and including storage means (12) for storing the data in bit map format. The apparatus further includes a module (14) which attaches a key or link into a computer programme being used to create an html document such as an e-mail and creates an option (16) for selection by the user when the hand written data (18) is required to be added to the document (20). When the option (16) is selected, the module (14) cause a routine which gets the stored data from the storage means (12) and converts the data from bit map format to html format, which is the same format as that used to create a web page or conventional e-mail. Once the text is converted to html format, it is added to the e-mail being created at a position chosen by the user.
Patent GB-2373263-A (GB)
Title: Method of forming a foundation using sectional piles
Inventor: INGRAM HILTON SPENCER
IPC: E04B1/24
Filed: 2001-03-16
Abstract: A method includes the steps of forming a plurality of holes (10) in the ground (12), putting a layer of cementitious material (14) into the hole, resting a base plate (16) thereon, stacking interlocking pile sections (18) onto the base plate and providing a top plate (200) on the uppermost pile section. Preferably the pile segments are hollow and may be backfilled with cementitious and/or particulate material.
Patent GB-2361694-A (GB)
Title: Method for automatic dose control of liquid treatment chemicals
Inventor: ELLARD GREGORY
IPC: G05D11/13
Filed: 1999-12-22
Abstract: A method for controlling the addition of liquid treatment chemicals by automatic dose control. The calculation of the amount of chemical to be dosed into the system combines signals from a liquid flow meter, an influent chemical concentration analyzer and/or an effluent chemical concentration analyzer. The signals are directed to a computerized chemical dose controller that analyzes and adjusts the data from the signals and generates an output signal that controls the chemical dosing mechanisms. For example, the automatic dose control method encompasses the ability to set maximum positive and negative limits of control action as well as the ability to automatically or manually control the reset period necessary to allow previous changes to propagate through the system and be displayed at the effluent sensor thereby improving the dosing of the chemical during treatment of a liquid, wastewater for example.
Patent GB-2384991-A (GB)
Title: Cool blanket
Inventor: BERKEL RACHEL LOUISE
IPC: A61F7/00
Filed: 2002-02-05
Abstract: A cool blanket 1 comprising a quilted structure, mains electrical power lead 2, electronics box 3 and a variable temperature control thermostat 4. Preferably the outer coating of the blanket 1 is waterproof and washable. The blanket 1 may be filled with a heat dispersing gel, and the secondary regulating electronics of the cooling system is contained within the quilted pockets and isolated by the gel. The electrical connector 2 between the electronics box 3 and blanket 1 may also be waterproof. For cooling the human body, for example hospital patients, in the car or at home.
Patent GB-2387355-A (GB)
Title: Decorative frame members for visual display units
Inventor: PRICE JOHN MICHAEL
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2002-02-13
Abstract: A frame member for attachment to a visual display unit or monitor 13 with rectangular screen 16 has base member 6 with two arms 7 and 8 attached to it at right angles. The frame is attached to the border region of the display unit by adhesive or hook and loop fasteners. Thus the frame member may be attached around the top and two sides of the screen without obstructing viewing. The frame is made from a sheet of card, metal or plastic. Its face may be decorated, providing a decorative surround, or be a reusable writing surface. A holder for a writing instrument may be provided on one of the side members. The inner or outer edges of the frame may have a decorative profile. It may be extended to provide a further display region 25.
Patent GB-2368835-A (GB)
Title: Fitment and apparatus and method for transporting
Inventor: ADAMS BRIAN M
IPC: B65D5/74
Filed: 2000-07-17
Abstract: A fitment (16b) for use as a pour spout for a paper carton or flexible bag for liquids and powders has a flange (17b) which may be welded around a hole in the carton or bag. A spout projecting outward from the flange is provided with a removable membrane (32b) integral with the interior of the spout. Preferably, the membrane is concave. A horizontally disposed pull ring (39b) may be attached to the membrane by a connector so that pulling the ring removes the membrane by fracturing the tear line at the juncture of the outer edge of the membrane and the projection. A cap snaps over the spout and may be removed by unscrewing the complementary threads on cap and spout. Optionally, a tamper-evidencing band frangibly connected to the lower edge of the cap skirt engages the exterior of the spout so that the cap cannot be removed without breaking the frangible connection.
Patent GB-2369427-A (GB)
Title: Gas control valve
Inventor: BOINTON RICHARD GUY
IPC: F23N1/00
Filed: 2001-05-25
Abstract: A linear action gas control valve e.g. for use with a domestic gas fire is described. Simple construction and smooth variation of main burner level are achieved by incorporating a sleeve valve design where an elongate member (5) may gradually increase the effective passage for gas from a gas supply (20) to a main burner (22). In one end position of the elongate member, gas supply (21) to a pilot flame may be cut off, while in an opposite end position, a main gas flow valve (25, 26), e.g. operated by a solenoid (11), may be opened.
Patent GB-2378491-A (GB)
Title: Female Coupling Member With a Recessed Flow Passage
Inventor: SMITH III ROBERT E
IPC: F16L29/04
Filed: 2002-05-20
Abstract: An undersea hydraulic coupling member is disclosed having recessed flow passages 70 to facilitate connection to opposing coupling members having radial, angled or longitudinal flow passages. The recessed flow passages of the coupling member permit these connections without reduced hydraulic fluid flow.
Patent GB-2378741-A (GB)
Title: A sprocket surface-hardened by carbonitriding and tempering
Inventor: OKABE ISAMU
IPC: F16H55/30
Filed: 2002-06-07
Abstract: A sprocket surface-hardened by carbonitriding and tempering, for use in a direct injection engine. The sprocket is preferably for a timing chain drive. The surface hardened layer is formed on at least a tooth surface of the sprocket and has excellent wear resistance, durability and quiet operation even in a direct injection engine of the kind in which the lubricating oil is likely to deteriorate rapidly.
Patent GB-2379763-A (GB)
Title: Management of compartments in a trusted operating system
Inventor: CHOO TSE-HUONG
IPC: G06F9/00
Filed: 2002-06-20
Abstract: A system and method are disclosed which enable management of compartments implemented by an OS for defining containment in a system. In one embodiment, a method of administering a processor-based system is disclosed, which comprises implementing at least one compartment 401-403 for containing at least one process, and providing at least one command-line utility 404 executable to manipulate the compartment(s). A system is also disclosed that comprises an operating system that implements compartment(s) to which process(es) can be associated. The system further includes at least one configuration file which defines the compartment(s), and means for performing management of the compartment(s) without requiring that a user edit the configuration file(s). A computer-readable medium is also disclosed that comprises a library of software functions for managing compartment(s) implemented by an operating system. Such library includes at least one command-line utility executable to manipulate the compartment(s).
Patent GB-2391428-A (GB)
Title: Adjusting for temperature variation and oscillator aging during radio frequency tuning
Inventor: TETZ KLAUS MARTIN
IPC: H03L1/02
Filed: 2002-07-25
Abstract: A portable radio communications unit includes temperature measuring means operable coupled to a signal processor. Which is able to control a radio frequency generator. A memory element stores data relating to frequency versus temperature and the signal processor adjusts the radio frequency signal in response to the measured temperature using the stored data. Factory values of frequency versus temperature are initially stored in the memory element, but these are updated when the radio communications unit is in contact with an external reference signal, such as that of a base station. In this way aging of the oscillator may also be compensated for (Figure 2 is a flow chart depicting the method of this second aspect) This is of particular use when a radio communications unit is out of range of a base station and in direct communication with another portable radio unit. With no strong reference frequency to correct to, the oscillator requires accuracy.
Patent GB-2378413-A (GB)
Title: Two pressure point document sealing from printer
Inventor: IDDON ROBERT OLIVER
IPC: B43M5/04
Filed: 1999-08-20
Abstract: A pressure sealing apparatus 36 comprises an input station 38 adapted to receive directly from a printer 34, such as via printer output 40, a printed document which is pre-coated with a pressure sensitive adhesive. Feeding means (such as 8, 10, 12, fig.3a) feed the document from the input station 38, along a feed path to a sealing path, with at least two pressure points, such as provided by passage of the document between sealing rollers 2 and common roller 6, and then sealing roller 4 and common roller 6. The apparatus 36 also includes document folding means 14, 16, which may include slidable abutment members (such as 22, fig.3a). The apparatus 36 may be coupled to a printer 34, and means may be provided for detecting uncoupling. The apparatus 36 may also include document collation means, and additional document input means. The apparatus 36 may permit the printing and sealing of confidential information of Z-shape foldable documents in a single sealed unit 32, thus preserving confidentially throughout both the printing and sealing operations. Typical documents might be wage slips or medical records with confidential information for a specific addressee only. An address maybe printed on the exterior of the document prior to folding and sealing.
Patent GB-2393326-A (GB)
Title: Shielding electronic devices from electromagnetic radiation
Inventor: WOO ARTHUR CHEUMIN
IPC: H05K9/00
Filed: 2002-09-21
Abstract: A signal processor, e.g. a pre-amplifier 410a, 410b, is at least partially housed within a recess 415 in an electrically conductive chassis 407 and thereby screened from electromagnetic radiation. A printed circuit board (PCB) 408 covers the recess and is in electrical contact with the chassis 407 via the ground plane 417 and is connected to the controller 414 via the solid connector 412. The signal processors may receive an input from a data transfer head 404. In an alternative embodiment (Fig 5) the PCB and controller are both on the same side of the chassis. An arrangement is also described (Fig 6) in which a processor such as a pre-amp is mounted on a conductive chassis and has a conductive cover (604) in contact with the chassis.
Patent GB-2380525-A (GB)
Title: Engine control with programmable automatic starting
Inventor: AVERY JUNIOR RICHARD M
IPC: B60R25/04
Filed: 2001-05-03
Abstract: A system and method for controlling an electronic engine controller (20) to automatically start the engine (12) at a programmable day/date and time, includes comparing the current day/date and time to a day/date and time previously stored in a programmable memory (28), determining whether current conditions are acceptable for automatically starting the engine, and controlling the engine to automatically start the engine beginning at the programmed day/date and time. In one embodiment, a remotely located computer (206) transmits a signal to co-ordinate automatic starting of a plurality of engines, such as in a truck/bus fleet (200, 202) or other equipment. Security features are provided to reduce the possibility of unauthorized use/theft of a vehicle or other equipment after being automatically started and may include limiting distance traveled, limiting maximum speed, and/or limiting any movement of the vehicle/equipment.
Patent GB-2393640-A (GB)
Title: Wallet or cover and holder for electronic handheld apparatus
Inventor: HUANG DAVID
IPC: A45C11/00
Filed: 2002-10-03
Abstract: An electronic handheld apparatus (3) wallet or clutch (1) is constructed to include two hinged cover panels (11,12), and an electronic handheld apparatus holder provided at an inner side of one cover panel for accommodating an electronic handheld apparatus, the electronic handheld apparatus holder including a track member (Fig 2, 20), two clamping plates (Fig 2, 21, 22) respectively coupled to the track member (20) and movable relative to each other for holding down an electronic handheld apparatus (3), and spring means (Fig 2, 23) connected between the clamping plates (21, 22) for pulling the clamping plates toward each other. The cover (12) may also have pockets or slots (121) for holding credit cards, business cards etc.
Patent GB-2395160-A (GB)
Title: A moulding arrangement in association with mixing
Inventor: STYGER LEE EDWARD JAN
IPC: B29C44/60
Filed: 2002-11-12
Abstract: A moulding arrangement 10 includes at least two reservoirs 12, 13, 14 for constituents of a moulding material, a mould 25 for moulding and a mixing device 20, the constituents being mixable by the mixing device 20 to initiate a reaction to produce moulding material, and the arrangement 10 including a mould filling apparatus 23 for feeding the moulding material to the mould 20, the arrangement 10 further including a controller 22, and the mixing device 20 being controllable by the controller 22 as the mould filling apparatus feeds moulding material to the mould 25, to vary the mixture to change a characteristic of the moulding material. The arrangement may produce a floor pan 30 (figure 2) for an earthworking machine or off-highway vehicle. The pan 30 includes a body 31 of fibrous matting 32 surrounded by polyurethane 33. The controller 22 may control heaters 40 which may selectively heat different parts of mould 25.
Patent GB-2384458-A (GB)
Title: Rotomoulded articles and a method of producing the same
Inventor: DEVEREUX MARK
IPC: B29C41/22
Filed: 2002-11-21
Abstract: A rotomoulded article (10), such as a fuel tank, comprising a first, external layer (12) made from rotomouldable material having one or more pre-selected characteristics and a second layer (14) made from a further mouldable material bonded directly thereto, which further material has one or more other predetermined characteristics whereas to give the article (10) desired properties. The table 3 provides a list of materials that may be used for the first and second layers. The external surface 16 of layer 12 should be such that it can receive paint.
Patent GB-2384294-A (GB)
Title: Water temperature control
Inventor: ARNTSEN JON
IPC: G05D23/13
Filed: 2003-01-17
Abstract: A system for supplying heated washing water to a bath (10) and a shower (16) comprises a water temperature control apparatus (22) having hot (24) and cold (28) water inlets. A first flow path (52) comprises mixing means (54) to mix water from both inlets (24, 28) and a separate second flow path (58) comprising second mixing means (60) to mix water from both inlets (24, 28). The first flow path (52) provides a first mixed water output (32) at a first predetermined temperature and the second flow path (58) provides a separate second mixed water output (36) at a second predetermined temperature. The system further comprises heated washing water volume supply control apparatus (62) having first (66) and second (76) conduits, which are independent of each other, each including respective regulating means (72, 84) to vary the water flow therethrough between substantially zero and a maximum. Each conduit (66, 76) has respective inlets (70, 82) intended to receive respective supplies of heated washing water, and respective outlets (68, 78), one to supply water to a bath and the other to supply water to a shower.
Patent GB-2386078-A (GB)
Title: Undercut dimples for a golf ball
Inventor: KENNEDY III THOMAS J
IPC: A63B37/00
Filed: 2001-12-06
Abstract: A new configuration for at least some of the dimples on the surface of a golf ball (2) is characterized by undercut portions (16) in the concave surface (10) thereof. The undercut dimples (4) have a first diameter at the surface of the golf ball and a second diameter beneath the surface which is greater than the first diameter. Thus, a portion of the ball surface (2a) overhangs an annular portion of the dimple at the periphery thereof. The undercut portions (16) create additional turbulence at the surface of the golf ball (2) as it flies through the air to improve the aerodynamic efficiency of the dimples, thereby reducing drag and increasing the distance the ball will travel when struck.
Patent GB-2403203-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle lift
Inventor: BECK ADAM
IPC: B60P1/44
Filed: 2003-06-24
Abstract: A lift and method comprising a load-bearing platform (6) and at least one hand rail (12, 13), said load-bearing platform being in operative engagement with at least two arm members, the or each arm member being in operative engagement with a fixed member located on a surface of a vehicle.
Patent GB-2392685-A (GB)
Title: Synchronous CDMA telemetry system for use in a wellbore
Inventor: GARDNER WALLACE R
IPC: E21B47/12
Filed: 2001-03-07
Abstract: A synchronous CDMA telemetry system (10) is provided for use in a wellbore. In one described embodiment, each data bit of digital outputs (24,26) of multiple downhole data sources is multiplied by an orthogonal code (28,30) unique to each data source. The resulting encoded outputs are modulated on a carrier frequency (32,34) and summed (38) on a transmission channel (36). The resulting signal is demodulated (44,46) at a remote location and separately multiplied by each of the codes (48,50) to separate out the contributions to the signal from each data source. The individual demodulated and decoded outputs are then integrated (52,54) over the length of each data bit.
Patent GB-2404585-A (GB)
Title: Picture hanging device
Inventor: WATSON ARCHIBALD BRIAN
IPC: A47G1/20
Filed: 2003-08-07
Abstract: A picture hanging device comprises a flat plate (10) having a shoulder or ledge (16) extending across a face thereof, the shoulder or ledge (16) sloping downwards in opposite directions from an apex thereof, the plate (10) being formed with at least one aperture (e.g. centrally below the apex of the shoulder or ledge) for receiving a fixing screw. The rear face of the plate (10) may be formed with spikes (24) for pressing into the wall as the fixing screw is tightened, to prevent the plate turning. The hanging cord of the picture is engaged onto the shoulder or ledge (16), to run the length thereof. The shoulder or ledge (16) is textured to prevent the cord slipping and a pin (28) is inserted through the bracket to retain the cord.
Patent GB-2389048-A (GB)
Title: Electrotherapy Apparatus
Inventor: OCHS DENNIS
IPC: A61N1/39
Filed: 2000-06-22
Abstract: An electrotherapy apparatus (30) for performing electrotherapy on a patient through a first electrode (36) and a second electrode (36) is disclosed. The electrotherapy apparatus (30) comprises an energy source (32) to provide energy for performing the electrotherapy, a connecting mechanism (34) configured for coupling and decoupling the energy source (32), respectively, to and from the first electrode (36) and the second electrode(36), a first sensor (42) configured for measuring a first parameter related to the energy supplied to the patient by the energy source (32) and a controller (38) arranged to receive the first parameter from the first sensor (42) and configured to perform an operation, using the first parameter, for actuating the connecting mechanism (34) to decouple the energy source (32) from the first electrode (36) and the second electrode (36). The first parameter includes a current supplied by the energy source (32) to the patient (37) the operation includes determining a charge delivered to the patient (37) using the first parameter and determining a first time interval beginning with the coupling of the energy source (32) to the first electrode (36) and the second electrode (36) and ending with the charge delivered to the patient (37) substantially equalling a predetermined value and the controller (38) includes a configuration to actuate the connecting mechanism (34) to couple the energy source (32) to the first electrode (36) and the second electrode (36) and to decouple the energy source (32) from the first electrode (36) and the second electrode (36) at the end of a second time interval determined by the operation and having a first duration based upon the first time interval.