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Patent GB-2363233-A (GB)
Title: Tamper resistant card enclosure with intrusion detection circuit
Inventor: CESANA MARIO
IPC: G08B13/12
Filed: 2000-05-11
Abstract: A system for protecting an electronic device 101 from mechanical intrusion includes an intrusion barrier 103 able to detect mechanical intrusion by means of circuit traces 105 which detect any change in the resistance characteristics of the electric circuit. These circuit traces function as resistors and are connected together to form a Wheatstone bridge. The logical lay-out of these connections is selected so that the voltage difference between two adjacent traces is minimized. In this way the current leakage effect is limited to a minimum.
Patent GB-2362981-A (GB)
Title: A utility meter incorporating a transaction authorisation system
Inventor: JARMAN MICHAEL
IPC: G06Q20/34
Filed: 2000-05-22
Abstract: A transaction authorisation system comprises a user interface unit 30 capable of accepting a transaction authorisation, and a utility meter 10 provided at a location having an associated location identifier unique to the location, wherein the utility meter 10 is arranged to communicate with the user interface unit 30, to obtain a transaction authorisation and to transmit an authorisation request based on the transaction authorisation and location identifier to obtain authorisation of the transaction. In an alternative embodiment the invention consists of an energy supply system including a utility meter 10 having a unique location identifier, a switching unit controllable by the utility meter 10 provided at a location for switching appliances on and off and a communication unit 20. The utility meter 10 is arranged to communicate with a remote system having a database of unique identifiers via the communication unit 20 in order determine if an appliance needs switching on or off. In a further embodiment the invention consists of a pre-payment energy supply system which comprises a pre-payment utility meter 10 having a unique location identifier and a memory for storing pre-payment credits. The utility meter 10 is arranged to communicate with a remote system having a database of unique identifiers via a communication unit 20. In a further embodiment the invention comprises a method of controlling the provision of energy to users.
Patent GB-2354447-A (GB)
Title: A medical instrument, such as a rectoscope
Inventor: BOEBEL MANFRED
IPC: A61B1/31
Filed: 2000-07-20
Abstract: A medical instrument, preferably a rectoscope, comprising a working insert which may be inserted into a coupling housing positioned on a proximal side of an instrument shank. The working insert is connectable to said housing and comprises a seal which is carried by a carrier, having at least one elastic socket for the sealed leading through of auxiliary instruments and sealing a first axial passage formed in the carrier with respect to the coupling housing. The seal consists of a base body which is located by a holder, preferably bow shaped and forms a one piece component of elastic material with the or more preferably three sockets. The sockets may have pivotable valves. The holder has means, such as pegs, for releasable connection to the carrier.
Patent GB-2367522-A (GB)
Title: Engine piston and its manufacture
Inventor: CADAMARTERI JON
IPC: B23B27/06
Filed: 2000-10-07
Abstract: A method of forming a low-friction, helically ridged skirt surface of an engine piston 30 comprises cutting a continuous groove 40 in a piston body rotating about axis 34 so that adjacent groove turns intersect as ridges 42 and carry lubricating oil which forms a film on the ridged surface. The groove 40 may be cut by way of a diamond tool tip 60 modified to include a planing tip 70 fixed spatially with respect to the tip 60 so that after formation each ridge is planed flat to provide a plateau 44 between groove turns that exerts less film rupturing pressure against a cylinder wall whilst defining a uniformly flat outer surface for the piston. The cutting may vary the piston diameter towards the ends of the body to effect barreling in which the relationship between plateau width and groove depth vary.
Patent GB-2370434-A (GB)
Title: Digital and analogue signal conversion
Inventor: LONG MEL
IPC: H03M1/02
Filed: 2000-12-20
Abstract: DAC 10 is used to perform both analogue to digital, and digital to analogue, conversion. Digital signals to be convened into analogue signals are supplied to node a, passed through DAC 10 and supplied to node d as analogue signals. Analogue signals to be converted to the digital domain are supplied to node f. A digital estimate of the signal at f is provided to node a and converted to an analogue signal which is presented at node c. The signals at c and f are compared at comparator 12. The comparator output at node e is monitored as the digital input at node a is varied so that the digital input at node a can be adjusted to provide an adequate estimate of the analogue signal input at f. The final estimate is extracted from the input to DAC 10 at b.
Patent GB-2374126-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle wheel hub cap
Inventor: GREGORY MARTIN RAYMOND
IPC: B60B7/00
Filed: 2001-03-08
Abstract: A waterproof protective assembly for a vehicle wheel hub, comprising a perforated inner member 103 a deformable impervious diaphragm 105 the periphery of which is adapted to co-operate with the inner member 101 of the assembly to provide a waterproof seal, a perforated outer member 103 enclosing the said diaphragm and means 107 for sealably attaching the assembly to the outer end of a vehicle wheel hub. The means 107 can be a push fit, elastic fit, snap-fit or bolted connection (Figs 2 - 5).
Patent GB-2376260-A (GB)
Title: Window bead
Inventor: BURGESS NORMAN
IPC: E06B3/58
Filed: 2001-06-08
Abstract: A window has an elongate frame member <B>22</B> and a bead member <B>25</B>, both of which have mutually-engaging elements at spaced locations along their length. The engagement elements of the frame are integrally formed therewith and may be holes or slots <B>27</B>. The bead member <B>22</B> may be attached to clip members <B>40</B> incorporating elements for engagement with the frame. Alternatively the engagement elements of the bead member <B>25</B> may be formed by projections integrally formed with the bead member <B>25</B>.
Patent GB-2378394-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for practising golf putts
Inventor: HOOD GARY
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 2001-08-06
Abstract: A practice putting green comprises a planar member 2 formed of slate or similar smooth material. A layer of simulated grass or felted material 8 is located on the surface of the planar member and includes a hole 5 adjacent to one end to receive the ball. An inclined chute 17 may be included to return the ball to the player. The planar member is supported in a horizontal position by a plurality of adjustable feet 11.
Patent GB-2371129-A (GB)
Title: Automatic system for ordering consumables or requesting maintenance for peripheral equipment
Inventor: HAINES ROBERT E
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2001-11-07
Abstract: An automatic system of ordering consumables or requesting maintenance for peripheral equipment connected to a network is provided. In use, the peripheral equipment which incorporates an embedded web server generates a device status message. The status message is received by a messaging application on a PC within the network and a web browser is used to submit a request to a provider to supply consumables or perform maintenance. The messaging system may be an E-Mail system. The peripheral may be a printer and use an SNMP structure to describe interactions details with the system.
Patent GB-2370521-A (GB)
Title: Cylinder block and method of fabrication thereof
Inventor: LAWRENCE HOWARD JOHN
IPC: F02F7/00
Filed: 2000-05-05
Abstract: A method for fabricating a cylinder block for an internal combustion engine and a cylinder block manufactured in accordance with the method are described in which a cylinder core (1) including one or more cylinders (6) is manufactured by casting, for example from steel or light alloy; the remainder of the cylinder block structure is manufactured as a wrought framework (2), for example in high strength low alloy steel or light alloy; and the wrought framework (2) is joined to the core (1).
Patent GB-2384934-A (GB)
Title: Calibration of thermal imaging detector
Inventor: KAUSHAL TEJ PAUL
IPC: H04N5/365
Filed: 2002-02-02
Abstract: Calibration of a focal plane detector 2 sensitive to infrared radiation is achieved without the need to present tags of a defined temperature to the detector. By presenting a part of the human body, such as a finger 3, to the array such that it is substantially out of focus, a bland featureless image of a known temperature is obtained. The process may be repeated using an second uniform scene of known temperature, such as the surrounding environment at room temperature. Detector outputs are measured for each scene and are corrected such that each detector element of the detector array 2 yields the same response as neighbouring elements over a certain temperature range. Fixed pattern noise is thereby eliminated by a calibration process without the requirement for thermal flags. In one embodiment, the calibration process is initiated by depression of a button 4 to activate switch 5 to ensure that finger 3 is presented to the detector by covering the aperture 6 in the button.
Patent GB-2374397-A (GB)
Title: Torsional vibration damper
Inventor: JACKEL JOHANN
IPC: F16F15/129
Filed: 2002-03-13
Abstract: A torsional vibration damper comprises at least two parts which are rotatable about an axis of rotation and are rotationally movable relative to one another against the action of at least one helical spring. The helical spring 8 is supported radially by at least one sliding block 30 which is guided on a wall 33 and supports a turn 32 of the helical spring. The sliding block 30 has a region which at least partially embraces a radially external portion of the aforementioned turn. The block is fixed relative to the helical spring in the lengthwise direction of the helical spring. A connection exists between the sliding block and the helical spring which holds the sliding block 30 relative to the helical spring in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the helical spring.
Patent GB-2387120-A (GB)
Title: A practice golf club
Inventor: SMITH RONALD
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 2002-04-04
Abstract: A golf club comprises a head 2 in which a lens 4 is fixed into the front face. Light from an external source passes through the lens to a mirror 6 inside the head. The light is reflected upwards to a viewer 5 on top of the head to indicate a correct stroke to the player.
Patent GB-2388080-A (GB)
Title: A releasable air-bag
Inventor: ERIKSSON DICK
IPC: B60R21/26
Filed: 2002-05-01
Abstract: A motor vehicle air-bag 1 releasably mounted to the vehicle by releasable mounting means 5 initially connecting part of the air-bag 1 to the vehicle and in predetermined circumstances release so that the air-bag 1 is disconnected from the vehicle, at least one gas flow duct 9, 10 carries gas from an inflator (16, Fig 2) associated with the air-bag 1, through an aperture 7, 8 from the air-bag 1 exterior to a free end within the interior of the air-bag 1, and is completely withdrawn from the air-bag 1 in response to air-bag movement after the releasable mounting means 5 have disconnected the air-bag 1 from the vehicle (Fig 7). Preferably a mounting arrangement such as a hook or bar provided in a housing (20, Fig 3) in the roof (21, Fig 3) of the motor vehicle, engages with the releasable mounting means 5 which may be a fabric tab secured to the main body of the air-bag 1 by means of tear-seams 6. Advantageously the air-bag, especially if mounted overhead, is able to move to a position in front of an occupant when an accident occurs.
Patent GB-2388773-A (GB)
Title: Carpet edge and cable/pipe protection
Inventor: LEE WILLIAM GERARD
IPC: H02G3/04
Filed: 2002-05-23
Abstract: A carpet edge and cable/pipe protection comprises a convex strip with a centrally formed groove 2. The groove has a series of evenly spaced holes for fixing. The groove which is bounded by the diameter of a circle may accept a rubber or plastic insert, cable or pipe.
Patent GB-2382762-A (GB)
Title: Adhesive sports grips for hands
Inventor: MORGAN LEIGHTON ROYSTON
IPC: A63B71/14
Filed: 2002-06-01
Abstract: An adhesive sports grip for hands comprises self adhesive pads 2 with a non-slip exterior surface 3, that stick directly onto the skin. The non-slip surface aids the frictional grip of sports equipment and may be made from a soft textured surface such as rubber and/or fabric. Preferably the pads and adhesive are breathable and water resistant.
Patent GB-2375374-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum pump
Inventor: OTTO DIETER
IPC: F01C21/10
Filed: 2000-11-29
Abstract: A vacuum pump comprising a rotor which may be driven and a method for production of the rotor are disclosed. At least one vane in a housing may be set in rotation by means of the rotor.
Patent GB-2394514-A (GB)
Title: Ocean driven turbine generator with guide channel
Inventor: SRIKONESH VELAUTHAR
IPC: F03B17/06
Filed: 2002-10-26
Abstract: An electricity generator comprises a turbine mounted below the surface of a sea or ocean. Currents in the sea cause the water to flow, and a guiding tunnel or duct which may be of a convergent divergent type is employed to direct this flowing water into the turbine, in order to generate electricity. The turbine is mounted on a vertical locator, which fixes the system in the ocean.
Patent GB-2386644-A (GB)
Title: I.c. engine intake manifold with telescopic runners of continuously variable length
Inventor: NARAYAMASWAMY KARTHIKEYAN R
IPC: F02B27/02
Filed: 2003-01-30
Abstract: The intake manifold 10, which provides airflow communication between a plenum volume 14 and a plurality of engine cylinders 16, has a telescopic arrangement of a permanent runner assembly 12, having a number of fixed length passages 24, and an active runner assembly 18, having a number of active runner passages 26. The extension and retraction of the active runner passages 26 is effected by a drive system 20 and a controller 22, eg in response to engine speed. The drive system may include a pinion gear 33 engaging gear teeth 32 on the active runner passages 26. The pinions 33 may be mounted on a common shaft to rotate together or may be individually driven via a clutch arrangement (36, fig.3). The runner passages 24,26 need not be of constant radius because a seal 28 and anti-rotation member 30 between the passages allows a clearance and/or the active runner passages may be flexible.
Patent GB-2398289-A (GB)
Title: Liquid toiletry dispensing machine
Inventor: FAJOBI ABAYOMI ADETUNJI
IPC: G07F13/08
Filed: 2003-02-17
Abstract: The machine comprises wall-mounted cabinet 16 containing a number of liquid toiletry reservoirs 6 which are connected to a corresponding number of peristaltic pumps 7. A panel 2 on the front of the cabinet displays which toiletries are currently available, as determined by sensors 11 in the reservoirs. The user introduces money into a coin-slot mechanism 1 and selects toiletry by a keypad 3 on the front of the machine. The pump, under microprocessor 9 control, delivers a fixed volume of the selected liquid to the user through a nozzle mounted in a manifold 8, located in an enclosure 5 at the bottom of the cabinet. The presence of the user's hand beneath the manifold 8 is detected by a sensor 17. The microprocessor coordinates and controls the system of coin-slot mechanism, display, keypad, sensors and pumps.
Patent GB-2399574-A (GB)
Title: Prefabricated motorbike garage
Inventor: CLIFTON ROBIN PAVLOS
IPC: E04H6/00
Filed: 2003-03-20
Abstract: A prefabricated garage for motorcycles and scooters consists of interlocking wedges 1 and has increased bike security. The wedges 1 may pivot, preferably on pin 2 (fig 5) to open and close the garage. Preferably the garage is manufactured off site, transported and fixed into location at its base (3, fig 5) to prevent removal. The garage may be made of materials that are strong enough to provide security from conventional attack, i.e. by a hammer, through use of e.g. galvanized steel or aluminium. The construction materials are preferably light enough for ease of opening and closing. The garage may be opened with a handle (6, fig 4) ventilation slots (7, fig 3) may be provided. The wedges preferably overlap (4, fig 5) to provide rigidity and a waterproof seal. A lock (8, fig 5) is preferably accessed through holes (5, fig 4) in the front of the garage.
Patent GB-2393027-A (GB)
Title: Independent verification of game outcome
Inventor: NGUYEN BINH T
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2003-09-15
Abstract: A gaming machine having at least one rotatable reel has apparatus for verifying the position of at least one reel (20) associated with the outcome of a game played on the machine. The apparatus includes at least one image collection device (50) arranged to collect one or more images of the reel(s) for use in verifying the position of the reel(s) at one or more times. Session data may also be collected and stored. In one embodiment, the image collection device comprises a camera (50), and the apparatus includes a controller and a memory for storing image information. In accordance with a method, image information regarding the position of the one or more reels of the gaming machine is collected. In one embodiment, the image and session information is stored locally and/or transmitted to a remote location via a communication link.
Patent GB-2406139-A (GB)
Title: Compressor boundary layer control
Inventor: FLATMAN RICHARD JOHN
IPC: F04D29/68
Filed: 2003-09-19
Abstract: A turbine engine comprises upstream and downstream compressor stages. The generally higher pressure downstream compression stages incorporate suction slots through which airflow is drawn in order to resist boundary layer detachment at higher compression load. This suction airflow is then fed to apertures or slots in generally lower pressure upstream stages of the compressor where it is blown to facilitate boundary layer retention. The suction and blowing slots may be incorporated in the blade aerofoils of the compressor stages. The compressor may incorporate separate high and low pressure shafts which may be counter-rotating.
Patent GB-2406132-A (GB)
Title: Pipe coupling
Inventor: LEVERTON PETER
IPC: F16L33/207
Filed: 2003-10-23
Abstract: A pipe coupling comprises a clamp member (fig. 6) and a coaxial outer sleeve (fig. 2). The clamp locates over the pipe and the sleeve is pushed over it so that an internal taper on the sleeve compresses the clamp (fig. 4). An axially longer clamp can be used with a sleeve being applied at each end and the overlapping ends of the clamp can be replaced by a butt joint.
Patent GB-2396978-A (GB)
Title: Three-dimensional board for communication apparatus and a high frequency antenna
Inventor: MARLOW CLYDE ALLEN
IPC: H05K1/11
Filed: 2003-11-14
Abstract: A three dimensional board comprises an insulating block 10 having a corner from which three orthogonal edges extend with three concomitant planar surfaces (e.g. 12, 14, 16 or 60, 62, 64) extending from the edges, at least two conductive vias ( 44 to 50) extending between the surfaces within the block. A pair of vias (44 or 46) may each extend parallel to an edge or perpendicular to an edge. The block may have conductive surface traces 68, 72, 76. Electronic devices 66, 70, 74, 80 may be connected to the vias and traces to form a microwave photonic receiver and transmitter. A GaAs antenna 80 may be spaced from a surface 62 by gold studs 78.
Patent GB-2411967-A (GB)
Title: Extrudable photoprocessing composition
Inventor: FYSON JOHN RICHARD
IPC: G03C5/26
Filed: 2004-03-11
Abstract: A photoprocessing composition such as a bleach-fix composition for use in preparing a photoprocessing solution, has its active components dispersed in a polymer system which includes a combination of polyethylene glycols. This provides an extrudable paste which is convenient for adding to a photoprocessing apparatus, e.g. as a replenishing composition and has improved stability.
Patent GB-2402091-A (GB)
Title: Multiple pass flat fan overlapping strip spraying
Inventor: DONATTI JOSEPH T
IPC: B29C41/52
Filed: 2004-04-28
Abstract: A method is disclosed in which an article is formed on a flat surface by the repeat pass overlap flat fan spraying of strips 40 of material in a parallel overlapping pattern. Extended overlapping areas 42 may be provided by outrigger sprays 44. An overlap of 10-30% may be typical. Also disclosed is an associated method in which it is further specified that the material is polyurethane, and that the finish provided is of a substantially consistent thickness. Also disclosed is another associated method in which it is further specified that the material is a mix of polyol and isocyanate, again with a finish of a substantially consistent thickness. For this variant, the materials may be mixed just prior to discharge in a helical mixing chamber arrangement (fig.7A). The invention may provide automotive related articles of improved material consistency.
Patent GB-2399168-A (GB)
Title: Thermostat valve cap
Inventor: FREDERIKSEN BJARNE
IPC: F16K31/64
Filed: 2002-12-13
Abstract: Disclosed is a thermostat valve cap (1) comprising a thermostat element (7) provided with a pressure chamber (8) whose volume changes depending on the temperature. The inventive thermostat valve cap (1) also comprises an actuating element (17) interacting with an expansion area (14) of the thermostat element (7), and a safety device. Said safety device encompasses an expanding pressure relief area (12) outside the expansion area(15) so as to keep the space requirement as little as possible.
Patent GB-2404198-A (GB)
Title: Methods for treating deodorizer distillate
Inventor: COPELAND DICK
IPC: B01D3/14
Filed: 2003-03-18
Abstract: This invention relates to methods for treating distillates obtained during the process of deodorizing various oils. More particularly, this invention relates to methods for recovering fatty acids, tocopherols, and sterols from a distillate obtained from the deodorizing of various oils.
Patent GB-2412071-A (GB)
Title: Golf club holder
Inventor: RYDZYNSKI CLIVE
IPC: A63B55/60
Filed: 2004-11-23
Abstract: Golf club holder 1 comprises body 2 which attaches to frame member 7 of a golf cart or trolley 8, the body 2 having a passageway 3 which receives and retains the shaft of a golf club, e.g. putter 5. Body 2 may be elongate having main portion 2a, in which the passageway is formed, and base portion 2b integral with, parallel to, and spaced apart from main portion 2a. Passageway 3 may be tubular, and base portion 2b may have ends 9c, 9d which extend beyond passageway 3 such that the body may be bound to frame member 7 using adhesive tape. Alternatively, slots 9a, 9b may be provided for straps 10a, 10b which secure the body to frame member 7. Passageway 3 may have a longitudinal slot providing an opening (4, fig. 3) through which the narrow end 5a of a tapered putter shaft 5b can pass, in order that the putter may slide down the passageway and be held by a wider end 5c of the shaft. Body 2 may have an external groove, e.g. V-shaped groove 6, which provides a seat for frame member 7. The holder may be formed from a moulded plastics material.
Patent GB-2419810-A (GB)
Title: Noise reduction in vacuum cleaner nozzles
Inventor: LEE SUNG-CHEOL
IPC: A47L9/02
Filed: 2005-04-04
Abstract: A vacuum cleaner nozzle comprises two suction ports 211, 212 formed in a lower housing 210. An upper housing 250 fits over the lower housing and forms a connection passage 221 between the suction ports. The invention comprises having a noise reduction means 300 installed in said passage. In the embodiment this comprises a pair of serrated ribs 310, 320 spaced equidistantly either side of the centre, and outlet, of the passage. The ribs comprise a number of teeth and are curved towards the suction ports. Associated noise absorbing members 330, 340 may also be provided - these can be of porous materials. In the embodiment the upper housing comprises a main cover 230 and an inner cover 220 which fits over the suction ports.