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Patent GB-2441493-A (GB)
Title: Food processor arrangements
Inventor: GOODRICK-MEECH CHRISTINA
IPC: A47J43/07
Filed: 2006-09-08
Abstract: A food processor arrangement comprises an electrically powered blender having a working receptacle 70 within which ingredients can be processed by means of a macerating tool 71 and heated by means of an electrically powered heater, the receptacle being provided with a lid 72 formed with an aperture 73 through which additional ingredients can be introduced wherein a ladle 74 mounted to a shank 75 dimensioned to pass through the aperture such that the ladle can be manipulated to sample the content such as soup of the receptacle and can be used during operation of the motor and/or the heater of the blender to stir or otherwise manipulate the ingredients without fouling the tool. The internal wall portion of the receptacle may be provided with a container 82 having at least one foraminate wall structure 83 with apertures sited and dimensioned to allow liquid stock to enter the container, interact with the seasoning materials therein and leave the container.
Patent GB-2444113-A (GB)
Title: Resealable container for sandwiches
Inventor: MILLS FRANK
IPC: B65D5/20
Filed: 2006-11-23
Abstract: A container formed from a blank for receiving a food product via an opening has a lid 8b that is positionable to extend over the opening so as at least partially to close the opening. A primary seal provides a first, tamper evident seal which secures the lid 8b in its closed position. A secondary seal releasably secures the lid 8b in its closed position once the primary sealing means has been broken. The container may have an adhesive covered flange 8a which extends around the entire periphery of the container opening so as to provide the resealble secondary seal. The container may be triangular and put to storing sandwiches.
Patent GB-2431819-A (GB)
Title: Method of realizing call connection in intelligent network system
Inventor: ZHONG YONGXIN
IPC: H04Q3/00
Filed: 2006-01-05
Abstract: A method of realizing call connection in intelligent network system includes the following steps, intelligent network equipment judging whether a fault occurs in itself after receiving a service request from a switch equipment, if yes, the intelligent equipment returning a message to the switch equipment indicating the switch equipment to continue the call, and the switch equipment continuing the call after receiving the message; else performing the normal process flow of intelligent service. By means of the intelligent network equipment returning the message informing to continue the call after judging there is a fault in itself, the present invention realizes call connection and reduces the loss of users and operators; further, the present invention realizes the different processes of the call for VPN abbreviated number and normal called number, and reduces the burden of intelligent network equipment by setting fault flag bit.
Patent GB-2447272-A (GB)
Title: Sublimation printed display with integral base, e.g. photograph or clock.
Inventor: QUINN SIMON ROBERT
IPC: A47G1/06
Filed: 2007-03-06
Abstract: A display item is formed in which a graphic design image 8 or photographic image 8 is sublimation printed onto a sublimation receptive coating applied to a rigid but bendable backing sheet 6. The backing sheet extends downwards beneath the bottom of the image and this extension is bent back to provide an integral horizontal base 9 which serves to support the display item in an upright or substantially upright position. In one embodiment, the backing sheet extension is bent backwards from the backing sheet at an angle of greater than 90{C to form an integral horizontal support base which serves to support the display item in an upright position inclined backwards to the vertical. In another embodiment (Fig. 2), the backing sheet extension is first bent forwards in a downwardly sloping manner and is then bent backwards so as to provide an integral horizontal base which serves to support the display item in an upright vertical position. A preferred sublimation coated backing sheet is coated aluminium metal. The display item can be, for example, a mounted photograph or a clock.
Patent GB-2438732-A (GB)
Title: Order input device for electronic trading system
Inventor: DANKO PETER
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2007-05-30
Abstract: A trading appliance for an electronic trading system comprises a keypad into which is integrated a computer which communicates between the keypad and the trading system. The keypad has keys for entry of trade related data into the trading system. A retractable keyboard has keys for entry of non-trade related data into the trading system and may be retracted to a position within the keypad housing. A mouse is preferably provided on the keypad. A display monitor may be connected the keypad for display of trading data received from the keypad and the trading system. A portion of the keypad and associated circuit boards may be detached and replaced by a keypad portion appropriate for trading a different instrument or the same instrument on a different market.
Patent GB-2452250-A (GB)
Title: Fish ladder in the form of a plurality of tubes
Inventor: HUGHES JOHN MATTHEW LLEWELLYN
IPC: E02B8/08
Filed: 2007-08-20
Abstract: A fish ladder comprises a plurality of tubes. The ladder comprises a free standing group of tubes, having at least one inner tube <B>B</B> inside an outer tube <B>A</B>. The flow of water through the outer tube <B>A</B> is reversed and brought into opposition to the water in an inner tube <B>B</B> by a scoop <B>E</B>. Webs <B>D</B> join the bottom of outer tube <B>A</B> to the bottom of inner tube <B>B</B>. At the juncture of the two flows the axial water velocity is reduced significantly. By adjusting the dimensions of the tubes <B>A, B</B>, the velocity of the water can be brought within the sprint and cruise speeds of the target fish.
Patent GB-2452053-A (GB)
Title: Conduit sleeve for preventing fire spread through wall or ceiling opening
Inventor: WARD DEREK ALFRED
IPC: E04B1/94
Filed: 2007-08-22
Abstract: A sleeve for lining a service conduit opening in a wall or ceiling is formed from one or more flexible sheets of intumescent material shaped to define a tube housed within an outer sheath. The sheath comprises an inner layer of glass cloth and an outer layer of metallic foil. The or each sheet of intumescent material comprises a mix of exfoliating material, rockwell fibres and an elastomeric binder. The exfoliating material may be exfoliating graphite. The elastomeric binder may be acrylic latex. The metallic foil may be adhered to the glass cloth by double sided adhesive tape.
Patent GB-2439693-A (GB)
Title: Roll hemming method and roll hemming apparatus
Inventor: HASEGAWA EISAKU
IPC: B21D39/02
Filed: 2005-12-21
Abstract: A roll hemming method and a roll hemming apparatus. The roll hemming apparatus (10) for bending the flange (30) of an outer panel (12) vertically extended from the bent part (12a) of the outer panel (12) to the inner side of the outer panel (12) comprises a robot (18) and a working tool (20) fitted to the tip of the robot (18). The working tool (20) comprises a first roller (34) supporting the bent part (12a) and a second roller (36) pressing the part of the flange (30) positioned near the bent part (12a) supported by the first roller (34), and is integrally moved along the bent part (12a). The orientation and the attitude of the second roller (36) are set by first to fourth cylinders (38a) to (38d).
Patent GB-2444644-A (GB)
Title: Flexible joint with pressure balanced bellows
Inventor: FORGES HERVE RICHER DE
IPC: F16L27/103
Filed: 2007-12-06
Abstract: A flexible fluid joint has two pipes 3, 8 held together by a flexible element 9 made from laminated layers of steel and rubber, with bellows coupling the two tubular elements 3, 8 to protect the flexible element 9 from the fluid being transported. The bellows is surrounded by a chamber defined by a casing 1 and the flexible element 9 which contains an incompressible fluid 120, to provide pressure compensation for the bellows. A flexible pressure compensation element 71 is in the wall of the chamber and in communication with the flow space 110 via passages 28 so that the incompressible fluid is pressurised by the fluid in the flow space 110.
Patent GB-2457935-A (GB)
Title: Heating appliance having at least one tubular heat exchange member of non-circular cross-section that is twisted about its longitudinal axis
Inventor: KALENDER SAFFET
IPC: A47K10/06
Filed: 2008-02-29
Abstract: A heating appliance comprises at least one tubular heat exchange member 1 of non-circular cross-section that is twisted about its longitudinal axis. A plurality of parallel twisted tubular heat exchange members 1 may be provided and joined at adjacent ends by pipes (2, 3 fig 1B). The tubular members 1 may be rectangular, twisted in the same direction and may have different surface finishes on different sides. A central portion of the tubes may not be twisted. The twist may be 90, 180 or other multiples of 90 degrees (fig 3A). The appliance may be connected in a water circulation central heating system. A hook (7, fig 3A) may be attached proximate an end of the tubes 1 so that towels may be hung on them. The tubes 1 may be manufactured by clamping (14, fig 4D) a tube 1 between its ends and twisting opposite ends of the tube 1 in opposite directions via drives (15). The tubes 1 may be temporarily filled with fine granular sand (11, fig 4B) to prevent collapsing of the tubes during manufacture.
Patent GB-2458923-A (GB)
Title: Folding a sheet to provide a reusable label
Inventor: MACHIM TIM
IPC: G09F3/00
Filed: 2008-04-01
Abstract: A label sheet 1 has one or more fold lines and corresponding folding instructions carried upon it. A method of folding the sheet is provided in which the sheet is printed upon in one sub-sector 6, and folded according to the instructions, so as to present the printed area uppermost on the folded sheet. New information can subsequently be printed in one of the additional blank sub-sectors, the sheet then being re-folded to present the newly printed area uppermost on the label sheet. This may provide a re-printable and reusable label such as for labelling files.
Patent GB-2460815-A (GB)
Title: A sterilisable gel formulation comprising calcium gluconate
Inventor: LUDZKER BENJAMIN
IPC: A61K9/06
Filed: 2008-04-04
Abstract: A sterilisable gel formulation comprises calcium gluconate and may be stable under gamma-radiation sterilisation conditions. The gel may comprise carbomer powder or xanthan gum; it may be used to treat burns caused by exposure to hydrofluoric acid (HF), either in liquid or vapour form. The gel formulation may be produced by dissolving calcium gluconate in water, adding a gelling agent, mixing to make homogeneous and adjusting the pH to between 5 and 8. The gel may be sterilized using gamma irradiation. An exemplified gel comprises xanthan gum, calcium gluconate, citric acid, potassium sorbate and phenoxyethanol. A further exemplified gel comprises carbomer polymer, calcium gluconate, sodium hydroxide and water.
Patent GB-2455158-A (GB)
Title: Handover in telecommunications networks
Inventor: PATANAPONGPIBUL LEO BOONCHIN
IPC: H04W36/14
Filed: 2008-05-01
Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing cell handover of a radio access terminal in a multi-RAT network environment comprised of a plurality of RAT networks. The different available RAT's could be e.g. GSM, UMTS, LTE, WiMAX, CDMA2000. The method includes the steps of detecting whether a cell selection parameter is below a predetermined threshold for the serving cell, receiving a neighbouring cell list, performing cell selection parameter measurement for a portion of the cells and initiating handover to a target cell. When the handover to the target cell is completed, continuing to perform cell selection parameter measurements in order to determine the best cell to be the radio access terminal's serving cell.
Patent GB-2459927-A (GB)
Title: Heating appliance including a modular heat pump partially housed within a flame effect fire
Inventor: CHARLTON BARRY
IPC: F24B1/18
Filed: 2008-05-14
Abstract: Heating arrangement 100 includes an insert assembly having a visible panel 200 and modular heat pump, partially housed (hidden from view) in a flow path 201 extending behind panel 200, the heat pump including a flow heat exchanger 3 in flow path 201, an external heat exchanger 4, and a compressor 1 and expansion valve 2 locatable either in (fan 8 assisted) flow path 201 or externally away from flow path 201, dependent upon accommodation, to maintain a desired cross sectional area for flow path 201 and desired heat transfer between flow exchanger 3 and external exchanger 4. Panel 200 may include a screen 15 to receive a projection from a projector 13 to simulate flames, and include a fuel effect surface 14 (e.g. coals, wood), illuminated by fuel effect apparatus 11. Arrangement 100 may include a switch valve 5 to alternate flow exchanger 3 from a condenser (heater) to an evaporator (cooler). Flow path 201 may be filled with a fluid (e.g. oil, water) to act as a storage heater/cooler.
Patent GB-2460827-A (GB)
Title: Separable and collapsible bunk bed
Inventor: MILES DAREN
IPC: A47C19/12
Filed: 2008-06-09
Abstract: A bunk bed assembly comprises a first bed framework 10 and a second bed framework 12 arranged to sit upon and connect to the first bed framework 10. The assembly is rigid when the first and second bed frameworks 10, 12 are connected together. The first and second bed frameworks 10, 12 may be individually collapsible when the frames are apart. Each frame may have end rails 18, 24, 34, 40 and side rails 26, 28, 42, 44. The top of the first framework uprights 14, 16, 20, 22 may be engaged with those of the second framework by insertion into a socket. Transverse hinges prevent the structure from collapsing in the assembled position. There may be a tensioner 50 for cable 48 to support the assembled structure, and means to prevent an occupier falling out.
Patent GB-2453202-A (GB)
Title: Extruding a food product with an eccentrically located filling
Inventor: VISSER ARIE
IPC: A21D13/00
Filed: 2008-08-06
Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for extruding a food product comprising a covering portion (102, Fig 2) and a filling portion (103, Fig 2). The apparatus comprises a first input aperture 22 for receiving a first flowable material for forming the covering portion, a second input aperture 203 for receiving flowable filling material for forming the filling portion, an output aperture 209, in communication with the first input aperture, through which the covering portion is dispensed, and a filling-dispensing element 204 arranged to receive flowable filling material through the second input aperture and located in the vicinity of the output aperture, through which the filling portion is dispensed. The filling-dispensing element is arranged to dispense the filling portion in an eccentrically located, preferably peripheral, region of the output aperture. Also disclosed is a method of extruding a food product using the apparatus.
Patent GB-2465585-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for vocabulary learning by study word selection
Inventor: TSCHORN PATRICK RENE
IPC: G09B17/00
Filed: 2008-11-21
Abstract: A computer-implemented vocabulary learning method is provided where, following the selection of a text for communication to the learner, the text comprising a plurality of words, for each of at least some of the words in the text, (a) assigning a status to the word in dependence upon first, second and third measures for the word, where the assigned status is selected from a plurality of predetermined statuses, where each status is associated with at least one corresponding recommended action to be taken by the learner, where the first measure is dependent on the learner, where the second measure is independent of the text, and where the third measure is dependent on the other words of the text; and (b) communicating the assigned status to the learner, at least if requested. The statuses are preferably "Mastered", if the learner has already learnt the word, "Study" if the word is high in a context-sensitive ranking, and "Ignore" to all other words. The statuses can then be reported to the learner. The context-sensitive ranking may be based upon a context-sensitive utility value. A general utility value may also be given to the words.
Patent GB-2466623-A (GB)
Title: A variable length seating assembly
Inventor: COATES IAN
IPC: A47C1/124
Filed: 2008-12-23
Abstract: A seating support assembly 12 comprising supporting means 22 for supporting the support assembly and at least one seat 6 relative to the ground; and a support member 14 extending from the supporting means, the support member being adjustable in length, such that the number of and/or spacing between the seats capable of being mounted to the support assembly may be varied.
Patent GB-2466499-A (GB)
Title: Method of providing corrosion protection and removing biofilms
Inventor: HATTELAND KJELL
IPC: C23F13/04
Filed: 2008-12-23
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the removal of bio-films and the provision of corrosion protection for electrically conducting objects 1 coated with a dielectric layer 6 in contact with a fluid phase 2. The method comprises: applying a negative DC-potential across the dielectric layer such that the electric conducting object becomes positively charged and the fluid phase becomes negatively charged for a first time period t1. A positive DC-potential is then applied across the dielectric layer such that the electric conducting object becomes negatively charged and the fluid phase becomes positively charged for a second time period t2. Finally, these first and second steps are successively repeated in a cycle, such that the first time period t1 is shorter than the second time period t2. The electrode 3 may comprise copper or aluminum. The dielectric layer 6 may comprise an epoxy with aluminium micro-flakes.
Patent GB-2467533-A (GB)
Title: Conductive ink for use on the living human body
Inventor: PILDITCH REBECCA LYNN
IPC: C09D11/00
Filed: 2009-02-04
Abstract: The present invention relates to a skin-safe conductive ink and method of application thereof to a living human body. Specifically it facilitates the safe transmission of electrical signals or current on the body, and uses the skin as a substrate for electronic devices and switches. The ink may contain 30-70 % by volume of carbon or graphite powder and 30-70 % of a solvent mixture, possibly including Gum Arabic and glycerine.
Patent GB-2470575-A (GB)
Title: Suction Syringe
Inventor: FARAG GALAL ELHOUSSEIN ELSAYED
IPC: A61M1/00
Filed: 2009-05-27
Abstract: A suction syringe comprising a barrel (or body) 1 with side slits 3 extending for the middle of the body of the syringe to the base end of the syringe, which is a closed end forming a thumb pad 7. The suction syringe has a rubber seal at its nozzle end 4 and a bar 5 passing through towards the middle of the syringe. The sides of the bar 6 pass through the slits. By maintaining pressure on the side arms of the plunger 6 using the index and middle fingers, in combination with the pushing action exerted on the thumb pad (base end) 7 of the barrel 1 using the thumb, a suction mechanism within the syringe can be created with only one hand. The Suction Syringe is a disposable plastic syringe that allows a one hand suction technique to be used thus allowing the other hand of the operator to be free.
Patent GB-2460384-A (GB)
Title: Device & method for 3d height-finding avian radar
Inventor: WEBER PETER T
IPC: G01S13/42
Filed: 2007-07-06
Abstract: A height-finding 3D avian radar comprises an azimuthally scanning radar system with means of varying the elevation pointing angle of the antenna. The elevation angle can be varied by employing either an antenna with multiple beams, or an elevation scanner, or two radars pointed at different elevations. Heights of birds are determined by analyzing the received echo returns from detected bird targets illuminated with the different elevation pointing angles.
Patent GB-2474904-A (GB)
Title: A frying pan with a raised rim section
Inventor: NUNN GRAHAM
IPC: A47J37/10
Filed: 2009-11-02
Abstract: A frying pan has an asymmetric design, wherein half of the rim is extended and curves in from and angle of 90 to the plane of the base of the pan, up to an angle of 1800. This shape facilitates turning of the food being prepared. The raised rim of the pan is preferably at a side of the pan, and the handle can be reposition to allow both left and right-handed people ease of use. The pan reduces the need for the use of two hands or utensils to carry out turning or movement of food.
Patent GB-1172901-A (GB)
Title: Process for Alumino-Thermic Welding of Workpieces such as Rails
Inventor: POSCHEK FRIEDRICH
IPC: B23K23/00
Filed: 1967-03-02
Abstract: 1,172,901. Thermo-aluminic &c. processes. CHEMISCHE WERKE BUNA, VEB. 2 March, 1967, No. 10017/67. Headings B3R and B3V. A process for the alumino-thermal fusion cast welding of rails, comprises compressing the alumino-thermal material in the weld gap whilst in the molten state, the compression being such that all of the material is not expelled. The compression may be carried out by thermal expansion of the end of at least one of the rails or mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical devices or burner flames may be provided for producing the compression.
Patent GB-997705-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to partitioning
Inventor: SMITH JOHN
IPC: E04B2/78
Filed: 1962-03-15
Abstract: 997,705. Partitions; glazing strips; door jambs and seals. VERSATILE FITTINGS (W.H.S.) Ltd., and WILLIAM MALLINSON & SONS Ltd. March 15, 1962, No. 10060/62. Headings E1J, E1R and E1V. [Also in Division F2] A partitioning system comprises, a structural member 10, Fig. 2 having two channels 11, 12 each with inwardly directed side walls providing a narrow throat 14, the channels 11, 12 being secured, for example by a screw, with their bases facing each other, but separated by a distance equal to the throat 14, and at least one panel 26 having along at least one edge a tongue of the same width as the throat and shoulders on either side of the tongue, the tongue entering the throat 14, or between the separated bases of the channels 11, 12, the shoulders of the panel engaging the walls of the channels. The bases of the channels 11, 12 may be spaced by an asbestos spacer 15, or by connecting screws 122, Fig. 8 held captive in one of the channels 120 by a necked portion 123. The panels may be of wood and have the same width as the members 10, or may be of glass 80, Fig. 4 provided with glazing strips 81, 83 to provide the tongues and shoulders. Where necessary, the throats 14, or spaces between pairs of channels, are closed by cover strips 20 having spring holding clips 21. A section 35 or 42, Fig. 2 may be secured to a structural member either directly or through an additional section 24 to make provision for a door 44 hinged at 43. Sections 52 may be secured a structural member to support a panel 50 not provided with a tongue. The structural members may be mounted along the ceiling, as in Fig. 4, or along the floor to support the panels or glazing. The ends of the structural members may straddle a cross member 131, Fig. 9 fixed to the floor or ceiling by saddles 134. Skirting or like cover strips 86, Fig. 4 or 139, Fig. 9 may be secured to the channel throats or to throats of short lengths 133 of channel secured to the cross member 131. Specifications 796,853, 796,854 and 796,855 are referred to.