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Patent GB-2407044-A (GB)
Title: Emergency evacuation apparatus for bed-ridden person
Inventor: HOWITT KEVIN
IPC: A61G7/015
Filed: 2003-10-17
Abstract: The invention provides an emergency evacuation apparatus for removing a bed-ridden person from a bed in an emergency situation. The apparatus includes a base tray 11 having at least one transverse fold line 12 to allow the base tray to bend as two or more panels 13. This apparatus is therefore suitable for use with a modem adjustable bed which can be electrically or manually operated to adjust the profile of the mattress to provide better ergonomic support for the person lying on the bed. The base tray 11 also has at least one longitudinal fold line 14 and straps (20, Fig 7) secured to the base tray for wrapping around the person in an emergency situation to bend the base tray along the at least one longitudinal fold line to restrain the person. Bending the base tray 11 along the at least one longitudinal fold line 14 also provides the base tray with sufficient longitudinal rigidity to support the weight of an adult person.
Patent GB-2405869-A (GB)
Title: A tamper evident cap for gas cylinders
Inventor: MCCOURT SEAN
IPC: F17C13/06
Filed: 2003-11-06
Abstract: A tamper evident cap 10 for use with a valve (fig 2) having a circumferential groove (18,fig 2) therein, for example a conventional valve used with LPG containers. The cap 10 comprises a body 24 having a circumferantial sidewall 26 which, in use, surrounds the circumferential groove (18) of the valve, the sidewall 26 having a pair of barbs 44 which are seated within the circumferential groove (18) in use, in order to prevent removal of the cap 10 from the valve once pressed into position thereon. In order to facilitate removal of the cap 10 from the valve, the sidewall 26 incorporates a strip 42 which may be torn away from the sidewall 26 in order to permit the sidewall to be deformed outwardly away from the circumferential groove. The strip 42 may be defined by a pair of substantially parallel lines of weakness in the form of webs 40. A ring pull 30 may be provided to facilitate removal of the strip 42.
Patent GB-2408081-A (GB)
Title: CVT with planet members and/or races having a non-circular generatrix
Inventor: MILNER PETER JAMES
IPC: F16H15/50
Filed: 2003-11-14
Abstract: A continuously variable transmission comprises planet members 21 connected to planet carrier arms 27 by a link or trailing arm 26 which allows a radial position of the planet members 21 to vary in response to a variation in axial separation of outer and inner races 12, 35 while maintaining circumferential connection. The outer and inner races 12, 35 each comprise axially spaced relatively moveable parts 12, 14, 36, 37 controlled by ball screws 15, 38 driven by an electric motor. A curved surface 70, 71 of at least one of the races 12, 35 and/or the planet members 21 is a non-circular generatrix such as an ellipse or volute or involute or evolute.
Patent GB-2397903-A (GB)
Title: Method for controlling an automotive multizone HVAC system
Inventor: MCBROOM MARK DAVID
IPC: B60H1/00
Filed: 2003-12-12
Abstract: A method for controlling the temperature of two or more zones inside a vehicle using an HVAC system. In one aspect, a method for controlling temperature inside a vehicle is provided that comprises determining a power for a first zone of the vehicle and determining a discharge air temperature for one of the first zone and a second zone of the vehicle using a mass transfer between the first zone and a second zone of the vehicle. In another aspect, a method for controlling temperature inside a vehicle is provided that comprises determining a power for a first zone and a third zone of the vehicle, determining a mass transfer in a second zone of the vehicle, and determining a discharge temperature for one of the first zone, second zone, and third zone of the vehicle based on a mass transfer between two zones of the vehicle.
Patent GB-2399786-A (GB)
Title: A system and method of forming injection moulded articles with hollow rib members
Inventor: HOMANN GREGORY A
IPC: B29C45/17
Filed: 2004-02-20
Abstract: A method and system for injection moulding a plastic article (50 figure 3) with at least one hollow portion (54 figure 3) i.e. vehicle panels or a computer housing and comprises a mould member with a movable biased insert member 70 positioned within the cavity 60 and held in the biased position during injection of plastic material into the cavity. An injection moulding machine (22 figure 1)for injecting a quantity of molten plastic material and a gas introduction mechanism (26 figures 1 and 2) for introducing pressurized gas into at least a portion of the plastic material, such that the insert member is displaced against the force of the biasing mechanism 80 allowing formation of the complete moulded plastic article. The biasing mechanism may be a spring 82 and there may be at least two insert members and a locking mechanism 108 to prevent movement of the insert member wherein the locking mechanism may be a wedge or a pin. The displaced plastic material may form a structural member on the article such as a rib.
Patent GB-2394997-A (GB)
Title: Internal combustion engine piston
Inventor: SHEA PATRICK R
IPC: F02B23/06
Filed: 2003-06-26
Abstract: An internal combustion engine piston having a combustion bowl with fuel control structure for redirecting at least a portion of the fuel exiting the combustion bowl. One form of the piston includes a sharp edge disposed at the outer surface of the piston adjacent the entrance to the combustion bowl and a rounded fuel receiving lip located within the combustion bowl.
Patent GB-2412653-A (GB)
Title: Correct fuel dispensing system
Inventor: MITFORD WILLIAM THOMAS PETER
IPC: B65D55/02
Filed: 2004-03-31
Abstract: A system to prevent the incorrect fuelling of a vehicle, comprising fuel filler nozzles of different cross section, each grade/type of fuel has a different shape for different types of fuel and different shaped fuel inlets or filler cap through passages on a vehicle to correspond with the correct fuel filler nozzle. The nozzle may act as a key.
Patent GB-2407913-A (GB)
Title: Hard mask process for memory device without bitline shorts
Inventor: YANG JEAN Y
IPC: H01L27/115
Filed: 2003-01-21
Abstract: A manufacturing method for a MirrorBit¹ Flash memory includes providing a semiconductor substrate [102] [602] and depositing a charge trapping dielectric layer [504] [606]. First and second bitlines [512] [608] are implanted and a wordline layer [515] is deposited [610]. A hard mask layer [516] is deposited over the wordline layer [515] [612]. The hard mask layer [516] is of a material formulated for removal without damaging the charge trapping dielectric layer [504]. A photoresist [518] is deposited over the wordline layer [515] and used to form a hard mask [519] [618]. The photoresist [518] is removed [620]. The wordline layer [515] is processed using the hard mask [519] to form a wordline [525-528].
Patent GB-2409010-A (GB)
Title: Quick connector having wire retainer
Inventor: TAKAYANAGI AKIRA
IPC: F16L37/088
Filed: 2004-11-29
Abstract: A first quick connector 1 is provided with a connector housing 3 and a wire retainer 5 The connector housing 3 has a retainer mounting portion 15 which is formed with engagement slits 23, 23. The wire retainer 5 is mounted on the retainer mounting portion 15 such that engagement arms 49, 49 enter the engagement slits 23, 23 and project in the retainer mounting portion 15. Each of the engagement slits 23, 23 has a first slit part 25 on one circumferential end and a second slit part 27 on the other circumferential end with an intervening divider portion 29 therebetween. The leading portions of engagement arms 49 may be shaped to prevent separation of the retainer 5 from the housing 3. The quick connector 1 is suitable for connecting a pipe to a hose.
Patent GB-2406871-A (GB)
Title: Intelligent well perforation system
Inventor: MARTIN ANDREW J
IPC: E21B43/117
Filed: 2003-11-25
Abstract: An intelligent well perforation system for monitoring a well 10 during perforation comprises a perforation gun 20 with a plurality of shaped charges 22 housed in a housing 28. In this embodiment, the system further comprises intelligent completion devices 26 that are used in connection with sensors or other downhole devices, whereby the intelligent completion devices 26 monitor the conditions of the well 10 prior to and after detonation of the perforation gun 20. The intelligent completion devices 26 also provide means of activating the shaped charges 22 so that the perforation gun 20 can be fired at a desired location. The intelligent completion devices 26 are also housed in the housing 28.
Patent GB-2422823-A (GB)
Title: Locking assembly for a fuel filling pipe
Inventor: FOWLER RICHARD
IPC: B60K15/04
Filed: 2005-02-03
Abstract: A removable protective device with a locking device suitable to prevent access to an outlet/inlet of a vessel or tank which may contain diesel, petrol or gasoline, the invention comprises a platform unit 2 and lid unit 1 which telescope into one another and can be separated substantially. Platform unit 2 is formed with an aperture 3 which is positioned over a outlet/inlet neck and, utilising fastenings through hole 5 or adhesives, the flange 4 is secured to the neck. Lid unit 1 is formed with an integral lock 8 and platform unit 2 is formed with hasp 7. The device is closed with integral lock 8 aligned with hasp 7 such that shackle 9 of integral lock 8 inserts through hasp 7 thereby locking lid unit 1 to platform unit 2. The tank neck is accessed by unlocking the lid 1 and separating from the mounted platform 2. The device may be provided with an alarm. the lid may retain a connection with the platform unit via a chain or cord.
Patent GB-2425053-A (GB)
Title: Cot wall and support frame attachment
Inventor: CHURCH GRAHAM
IPC: A47D13/06
Filed: 2005-04-15
Abstract: A cot (10, fig.1) comprising a support frame 20, a wall 30, and at least one attaching means for connecting the wall to the support frame, the attaching means comprising an elongate member 13 and a corresponding groove in the support frame 20, the elongate member being fixed to the wall and located in the groove by sliding the elongate member 13 into the groove. Preferably the wall comprises a plurality of sides, the sides meeting at a corresponding number of corners, each of the corners having at least one elongate member attached along it. Preferably the elongate member includes a planar part 14 and an enlarged part 13, the enlarged part being located in the corresponding groove in the frame. Preferably the enlarged part is rod shaped.
Patent GB-2415242-A (GB)
Title: Heating appliance for room heating and for heating water for domestic use
Inventor: KIENZLEN KATRIN
IPC: F24H1/52
Filed: 2005-06-01
Abstract: A heating appliance having a heating circuit 30 for room heating and having a domestic water circuit 20 for heating water for domestic use is proposed. The heating appliance comprises a heat source 12, which heats a primary heat exchanger 10, as well as a secondary heat exchanger 11, which is connected by a primary side 16 to the primary heat exchanger . The secondary heat exchanger is connected at the primary side by a branch line 18 to the domestic water circuit and at a secondary side 17 to the heating circuit. Water provided by a cold water supply 14 is circulated in the domestic water circuit by pump 19. Heating water is circulated in the heating circuit by pump 31.
Patent GB-2424027-A (GB)
Title: Method of obscuring windows
Inventor: HODGKINS ZERRIN
IPC: E06B9/24
Filed: 2005-07-18
Abstract: A method for obscuring windows (12), or transparent panels of doors, partitions and the like, to inhibit vision therethrough whilst still allowing light to pass through. The method comprising at least one sheet (10) of a porous, semi-transparent fabric to which a water-soluble adhesive has been applied. The method comprising the step of adjusting the sheet (10) or sheets to a desired shape and size, applying the sheet (10) or sheets to the window (12) and dampening the material to cause it to adhere to the window (12).
Patent GB-2413771-A (GB)
Title: Golf teaching device
Inventor: DUNNE SEAMUS
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 2003-05-21
Abstract: A golf teaching device for assisting a golf player in achieving correct positioning and alignment before striking a golf ball comprises a foot alignment rail (2) and a ball positioning rail (4) in spaced apart, substantially parallel alignment. An adjustment rail (6) extends substantially parallel to and between the alignment and positioning rails. The spacing between the alignment rail and the positioning rail is adjustable between a fully expanded configuration wherein the spacing is a predetermined maximum and a fully retracted configuration wherein the spacing is a predetermined minimum. The alignment rail is calibrated with predetermined markings corresponding to positions for locating a player's feet. The positioning rail is calibrated with predetermined markings corresponding to positions for locating a golf ball. The adjustment rail is calibrated with predetermined markings corresponding to the spacing between the alignment and positioning rails.
Patent GB-2418000-A (GB)
Title: Mounting apparatus for mounting a power unit on a body and method
Inventor: HAMILTON JAMIE
IPC: F16F15/02
Filed: 2005-09-07
Abstract: A mounting apparatus for mounting a power unit 14 on a main body section 2 to drive a work tool using a drive belt arrangement 8. The mounting apparatus comprises a first section 16 on which a power unit 14 is mountable and a second section 22 attachable to a main body section 2. a number of anti-vibration mounts 18 are locatable between the first and second sections 16, 22 to absorb vibration caused by the power unit 14. A further anti-vibration mount 24 is mounted under compression between the first section 16 and the second section 22 and arranged such that its restorative force substantially offsets tension in a drive belt arrangement 8 acting to tilt the power unit 14 in use. A handle arrangement for attachment to a work tool is also disclosed in which two pairs of anti-vibration mounts connected between first and second sections of the arrangement which inhibit the transfer of vibrational movement between the sections.
Patent GB-2430769-A (GB)
Title: Keyboard and display apparatus for passengers in a vehicle
Inventor: RAM PRANIL
IPC: B60R11/02
Filed: 2005-09-28
Abstract: A foldable table apparatus with an integrated keyboard, an integrated display, or both is presented. Such an apparatus is typically mounted behind each seat in a passenger vessel such as an aircraft, bus, or train, and takes the place of the conventional foldable tray. The apparatus permits users to perform computer tasks, access software and other services, while traveling or in transit. The apparatus may be quickly stored to allow passengers to enter and exit their seats conveniently. The apparatus may also serve as a conventional table when the keyboard or display is closed. Connectors may be integrated within the table apparatus to facilitate data transfer to and from a third device. The keyboard apparatus may be removed for cleaning, repair, or replacement. When an array of such apparatus is used, a system is provided to allow such apparatus to access a variety of services using a wired or wireless connection. As users are typically in transit, the system provides the user with the ability to send emails and to use promotional software or services which they may later purchase. A method of targeting advertisements to such users is also provided.
Patent GB-2420013-A (GB)
Title: Light emitting diode and fabrication method thereof
Inventor: KIM SEONG-JAE
IPC: H01L33/32
Filed: 2004-07-09
Abstract: A light emitting diode (LED) and a method for fabricating the same, capable of improving brightness by forming a InGaN layer having a low concentration of indium, and whose lattice constant is similar to that of an active layer of the LED, is provided. The LED includes: a buffer layer disposed on a sapphire substrate; a GaN layer disposed on the buffer layer; a doped GaN layer disposed on the GaN layer; a GaN layer having indium disposed on the GaN layer; an active layer disposed on the GaN layer having indium; and a P-type GaN disposed on the active layer. Here, an empirical formula of the GaN layer having indium is given by In(x)Ga(l-x)N and a range of x is given by 0<x<2, and a thickness of the GaN layer having indium is 50-200A.
Patent GB-2433724-A (GB)
Title: Printing device and printing method using the same
Inventor: KIM CHUL HO
IPC: B41F17/00
Filed: 2006-05-10
Abstract: A printing device and a printing method using the same is disclosed, in which an air pocket (630) is formed in a clich stage (450) so as to prevent a cleaning solution from permeating into a space between the clich stage (450) and a clich plate, thereby preventing a lower surface of the clich plate from being contaminated, the printing device comprising a clich stage (450) for fixation of a clich plate; a plurality of vacuum holes (600), formed in the clich stage (450), for vacuum-suction and fixation of the clich plate; and an air pocket (630) surrounding the plurality of vacuum holes (600) so as to prevent a cleaning solution from permeating into a space between the clich plate and the clich stage (450).
Patent GB-2426102-A (GB)
Title: A method and apparatus for configuring a vehicle's passive entry system operation modes
Inventor: GHABRA RIAD
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 2006-05-11
Abstract: A method is provided for configuring an operation mode of a passive entry system of a vehicle 10. A configuration mode of a vehicle based communication module 14 is enabled by depressing a predetermined combination of actuation buttons 34,36,38,40 on a portable communication device 32 to broadcast a configuration mode command signal. A passive entry configuration is selected by depressing a respective actuation button 34,36,38,40 on the portable communication device 32 when in the configuration mode. The portable communication device 32, broadcasts a corresponding command signal to the vehicle based communication module 14 identifying the selection. The corresponding command signal is received from the portable communication device 32 and the selected passive entry configuration is adopted in response thereto.
Patent GB-2439330-A (GB)
Title: Sheet metal aerofoil eg for turbomachinery
Inventor: WALTERS SEAN ALAN
IPC: F01D5/14
Filed: 2006-06-22
Abstract: An aerofoil 30, eg a nozzle guide vane (22, fig. 1) of a gas turbine engine, is made from a sheet metal blank which is bent to the shape of an aerofoil such that it has a leading edge 32, a trailing edge 34, a pressure side 36 and a suction side 38, and the blank is joined at the trailing edge 34, eg by spot welds 40, seam welding or riveting. The regions of the sheet metal blank that form the leading edge 32, trailing edge 34 and pressure side 36 of the aerofoil have perforations 44 to allow cooling air to pass from the internal cavity 42. The suction side 38 of the sheet metal blank is imperforate. Tabs 48, 50 may extend from the upper and lower edges 52, 54 of the blank to engage with slots (66, 68, fig.3) in the inner and outer casings (14, 16). The blank may be laser cut or stamped. The perforations may be laser drilled.
Patent GB-2429148-A (GB)
Title: Bed grab-rail
Inventor: TURNER JOHN
IPC: A47C21/08
Filed: 2006-08-15
Abstract: A bed grab-rail comprises: a base element 4 having a first side with an upstanding portion 12; and a rail portion 6 which is releasably secured in bores 14,16 of the upstanding portion. The base element 4 is reversible allowing use of the bed grab rail either with a slatted bed frame or a divan base. The base element is preferably a flat elongate member formed by rotational moulding. The rail is preferably formed as a tubular metal part. A number of strap points 30 are provided to receive straps.
Patent GB-2429658-A (GB)
Title: Dice game apparatus
Inventor: LEES RICHARD
IPC: A63F3/00
Filed: 2006-09-04
Abstract: An apparatus for playing a wagering game comprises five dice, betting chips and a playing table 24 marked with a number of betting zones 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 each corresponding to particular outcomes or groups of outcomes of rolling the dice. These outcomes may include rolls such as "five of a kind", "four of a kind", "full house" and so forth. Each betting zone 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. 13 may be marked with the odds to be paid out for a successful bet on the respective outcomes. In a preferred version, several coloured player areas 25 are marked around a periphery of the table 24 and some or all of the betting zones 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 contain multiple subsidiary zones 26 in which the player may place a bet, each subsidiary zone 26 corresponding in colour to a respective player area 25. Each player's bet may thus clearly be distinguished.
Patent GB-2443676-A (GB)
Title: Manual boat propulsion system
Inventor: SAXBY MICHAEL WILLIAM
IPC: B63H16/08
Filed: 2006-10-30
Abstract: A watercraft 1 is powered by a user 3 sitting on a sliding seat 4 and using footrests 7 and 8. The user operates a rowing mechanism which may have a handle 10, cord 11 and reel 12. Power is transmitted through the rowing mechanism to a series of paddles (20, Fig 2) which move in a loop in a horizontal plane through the water underneath the watercraft. The paddles may be mounted on a belt (19, Fig 2) which may pass around front and rear wheels (17, 18, Fig 2). The paddles may be feathered when moving forwards, by means of followers (25, Fig 4b) and a cam surface (27, Fig 4a).
Patent GB-2438936-A (GB)
Title: Method for nondestructive testing of shielded signal wire
Inventor: KASHIO EIJI
IPC: G01N27/90
Filed: 2006-06-20
Abstract: A nondestructive testing method whereby the degree of degradation of a shielded signal wire can be determined merely by moving an eddy current sensor (11) along a shielded signal wire (20).
Patent GB-2432968-A (GB)
Title: Solder ball arrays
Inventor: NIIZUMA KAZUO
IPC: H01L21/60
Filed: 2006-11-29
Abstract: A solder ball container is moved across a wafer surface on which the solder balls are to be arranged in a zigzag path. Solder balls from the container are deposited in a recess of a template arranged on a wafer surface for receiving the solder balls. The zigzag path facilitates the transfer of the solder balls from the container to the wafer with reduced damage to the solder balls.
Patent GB-2431730-A (GB)
Title: Flat optical fiber light emitters
Inventor: PAGE DAVID J
IPC: G02B6/44
Filed: 2005-07-25
Abstract: Light emitters are made of one or more cladded flat optical fibers having opposite flat sides and disruptions along at least a portion of the length of the fibers to cause light entering at least one end to be emitted from at least one side. The ends of the flat optical fibers may have substantially the same thickness as a light source and a width substantially equal to or substantially greater than the width of the light source for ease of optically coupling one or more such light sources to the flat optical fiber ends.
Patent GB-2440797-A (GB)
Title: Barbeque alarm using a thermocouple
Inventor: HOME WILLIAM
IPC: F23N5/24
Filed: 2007-03-19
Abstract: An alarm device includes a thermocouple arranged in a barbeque to detect whether a flame is present and to supply a corresponding analog detection signal. A signal amplifier comparator circuit receives, amplifies and calibrates the analog detection signal from the thermocouple and supplies a corresponding digital signal. A fuel gas switch detection unit supplies a signal indicating whether a fuel gas switch of the barbeque is on or off. A microprocessor connects to the digital signal from the signal amplifier comparator circuit and the ON/OFF signal from the fuel gas switch detection unit so as to generate an alarm when the flame of the barbeque is extinguished but the fuel gas switch is still on. The alarm may be a buzzer, a visual indicator or both and the device may incorporate a display, a keyboard and a DC power supply.