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Patent GB-2435063-A (GB)
Title: Sand control completion having smart well capability and method for use of same
Inventor: VIDRINE WILLIAM LAUNEY
IPC: E21B43/14
Filed: 2007-03-16
Abstract: A sand control completion (100) for installation in a wellbore (102) includes first and second packers (114, 116) that define a first zone (110) in the wellbore (102). A production tubing (120) extends substantially through the first zone (110). Positioned between the first and second packers (114, 116) are a sand control screen (130), an inflow control valve (122) and a crossover valve (126). The sand control screen forms a first annulus (152) with the production tubing (120) and a second annulus with the wellbore (102). The inflow control valve (122) is operable to selectively allow and prevent fluid communication between the first annulus (152) and the interior of the production tubing (120). The crossover valve (126) is operable to selectively allow and prevent fluid communication between the production tubing (120) and the second annulus.
Patent GB-2438031-A (GB)
Title: Palletised loads of containers
Inventor: FACEY HUGH DAVID
IPC: B65D71/02
Filed: 2007-03-22
Abstract: A device for use on palletised loads of containers for maintaining tension in vertical strapping comprises a rectangle having outer dimensions commensurate with the dimensions of a pallet or dolly on which containers are to be stacked in layers. Each side of the rectangle comprises upper and lower leaves (21L, 22L) diverging from a hinge at the inner edge of the side. Springs (23) urge the outer edges of the upper and lower leaves apart such that with the frame on top of the palletised load and the strapping passing across the frame, the springs maintain tension in the vertical direction. In one form of the device the sides of a pair of rectangular frames (21, 22) constitute the upper and lower leaves (21L, 22L) and conical coil compression springs (23) are provided between the frames to urge them apart. Tethering means (25, 27) adjacent the inner edges of the frames forming the hinge between the leaves, while tethering means (24, 26) adjacent the outer edges of the frames limit the extent to which the leaves (21L, 22L) are caused to diverge. In other forms the spring means is integral with the hinge means.
Patent GB-2437828-A (GB)
Title: Temperature controlled cargo vehicle
Inventor: VIEGAS HERMAN HERMOGIO
IPC: B60H1/32
Filed: 2007-05-01
Abstract: A temperature-controlled vehicle (10, fig.1) comprises a driving portion (10A, fig. 1) including an engine powering the vehicle for movement. The temperature-controlled vehicle further comprises a cargo portion 10B including a load space 26, a heat exchanger 62 in communication with the load space, a cryogen refrigeration circuit 48 in communication with the heat exchanger, a fossil fuel heater 82 selectively providing heat to the load space, a control system 102 interactively coupled with the cryogen refrigeration circuit and the fossil fuel heater to control the temperature within the load space, and an electrical power supply 100 located on the cargo portion and coupled to the fossil fuel heater and the control system to selectively provide electrical power thereto. Alternatively, a standalone electrical power supply can be located on the cargo portion, where the control system is powered by the electrical system of the driving portion during a first condition, and the control system is powered by the standalone electrical power supply of the cargo portion during a second condition. An electric blower 74 is positioned inside the load space. An intermittent power supply is operable to provide electrical power to the electric blower and the control system during a first condition; a long-term power supply, separate from the intermittent power supply, is operable to provide power to the electric blower and the control system during a second condition.
Patent GB-2449218-A (GB)
Title: Gas sampler for vapour detectors
Inventor: MURARJI JESSAL
IPC: G01N1/24
Filed: 2007-05-18
Abstract: The gas sampling unit incorporates a vortex 1 flowing towards the sampler/detector. The vortex may be formed by the rotation of a cylinder 2 or cone about its axis. The cylinder or cone may be smooth, vaned or grooved inside. The vortex may also be produced by the channeling of a gas flow 4 by the wall of a cylinder or cone, or by vanes. The vortex may be stabilised by the introduction of a liquid into the atmosphere outside the sampler. This liquid may also aid in the vaporisation or marking of the compounds to be detected. The flow may be heated to aid in the formation and stabilisation of the vortex, and also in vaporisation of the compounds to be detected.
Patent GB-2439837-A (GB)
Title: Method for packaging an electronic component using resin
Inventor: YAN YUEJUN
IPC: H01L23/28
Filed: 2007-07-03
Abstract: A method for packaging electronic components using resin comprises mounting a plurality of bare components 2 on a common substrate 1 separated by a gap d, individually encapsulating each component 2 with a resin packaging material, solidifying the resin and then cutting the substrate in the gaps to form separate resin encapsulated components. Holes 4 may be formed in the gaps to facilitate cutting. The invention relieves the problem of the resin splitting from the substrate due to different thermal expansions between the resin and substrate materials. This makes it possible to tightly attach the resin to the substrate, and is especially suitable for packaging of large scale bare chips.
Patent GB-2453955-A (GB)
Title: Data collecting system
Inventor: KILLEN ROGER MICHAEL
IPC: G16H40/67
Filed: 2007-10-23
Abstract: A system for collecting data about entities, comprising a plurality of data collection terminals having a user interface such that users can enter data, and the data can then be sent by wireless transmission from the or each terminal to a server, characterized in that the data collection terminals each retain a copy of the data that was collected by them, and when the data collection terminals determine that connection to the server has been broken, the data collection terminals establish peer-to-peer communication with neighbouring data collection terminals such that each terminal can exchange data so as to complete a record of data collected for a specific entity.
Patent GB-2446274-A (GB)
Title: Adapter for power lines communication
Inventor: CANT MARK ANTONY
IPC: H01R13/719
Filed: 2006-10-31
Abstract: A communications adapter for communicating a digital communications signal over a mains power circuit, said adapter comprising: a mains connector means by which a mains power signal can be delivered to or connected to the adapter; at least one mains power socket portion 22, 42; an electronics module which is not only powered by said mains power but effectively separates a digital communications signal from the mains power signal; and a wireless data communications circuit for converting said data communications signal to a form suitable for wireless communication. The adapter may comprise pins for plugging into a wall socket outlet or alternatively the adapter may be integral with a wall socket outlet. An Ethernet connector 44 may be provided in addition to the wireless connector which may be an infra-red transceiver or an IEEE 802.11 wireless standard.
Patent GB-2447724-A (GB)
Title: A Wet Electrolytic Capacitor
Inventor: NING GANG
IPC: H01G9/022
Filed: 2008-02-05
Abstract: Capacitor with a working electrolyte and a working electrolyte for use in <B>a</B> wet electrolytic capacitor comprises an electrolyte which has a pH of from 5.0 to 8.0, preferably from 5.5 to 7.5 or from 6.0 to 7.5. Despite possessing a neutral pH level, the electrolyte is nevertheless electrically conductive. The electrolyte may have an electrical conductivity of about 10 milliSiemens per centimeter (mS/cm) or more, preferably about 30 mS/cm or more, or from about 40 mS/cm to about 100 mS/cm, determined at a temperature of 25{C. Preferably the electrolyte is an aqueous solvent which includes deionised water and includes a nitroaramatic depolarizer such as an alkyl-substituted nitrobenzoic acid or an anhydride or salt. The depolarizer constitutes 1 to 500 parts per million of the electrolyte. Preferably the capacitor 200 is a multi anode 65 and cathode 64 arrangement surrounded by the working electrolyte 144.
Patent GB-2454956-A (GB)
Title: Automatic focusing for digital camera using only preselected portion of image
Inventor: SON HYUK-SOO
IPC: G02B7/28
Filed: 2008-06-17
Abstract: A focusing apparatus and method are provided for a digital image processing apparatus, whereby only pixels within a predetermined region 401-405 of an image are read, a focus value is calculated using only the read pixels, and the focus value is applied to the entire image. The predetermined region 401-405 may be determined by the user directly selecting a region of the image, detecting a central portion of the image or detecting a face using known face recognition methods and the user may select between these options from a menu or submenu. The predetermined region may include a selected region plus an adjacent pixel region (501-505 figure 5). This allows the focusing function to be performed quickly.
Patent GB-2451177-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle braking system with LED alphanumeric display
Inventor: CROWE TIMOTHY STEVEN
IPC: B60Q1/44
Filed: 2008-07-16
Abstract: A vehicle braking system includes an alphanumeric LED display 7C which displays a series of five singular numbers 1 2 3 4 5 and character S which relate to the speed, or acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle, or the character S when the vehicle is travelling very slowly. The display may be high intensity, bubble magnified or three dimensional, The speed and acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle may be sensed using magnetic motion sensors 1E, accelerator and brake pedal position sensors AP1, BP1, a hand-brake plunger micro-switch or operated remotely via a GPS system.
Patent GB-2462272-A (GB)
Title: A method for controlling a motor driving a machine part
Inventor: WILLIAMS CHRIS
IPC: G05B19/416
Filed: 2008-07-30
Abstract: A method for controlling a motor (for example a servo or stepper motor) for driving a movable part of a machine comprises determining the coordinates of an acceleration x and of a deceleration y curve for each stage of a cycle of operation to move said part. The maximum number of stages required to complete said cycle is determined and the acceleration curve for the first stage of the cycle is initiated. The cycle of operation is then dynamically corrected at at least one intermediate point Bd, Cd in the cycle, to initiate the deceleration curve appropriate to the stage at a predetermined decision point, if production line parameters require a change to the operation cycle. The method may be used in a paper handling machine for example handling envelopes.
Patent GB-2452621-A (GB)
Title: Angling net
Inventor: CAIRNS ROBERT BOYD
IPC: A01K75/00
Filed: 2008-09-05
Abstract: An angling net, preferably in the form of a landing net, comprises a cross-sectional net support shape and a locking assembly for attaching a knuckle 2 to a shaft 1. Typically, the angling net has a diamond-shaped cross-section (3a, Figure 4). The net may comprise a net rim 3 formed from an aluminium alloy, which supports a net 5. The knuckles may be injection moulded and may be manufactured from a composite nylon glass toughened resin. Preferably, the angling net has no sharp edges.
Patent GB-2454808-A (GB)
Title: Cache which prefetches data at a second address when an access matches a first address
Inventor: JONES ANDREW MICHAEL
IPC: G06F12/0862
Filed: 2008-11-18
Abstract: A cache memory stores a first address 35 and a second address 37. When a comparator 39 detects that the address 49 of an access to the system memory has a predefined relationship with the first address, then data defined by the second address is retrieved and stored in the cache. The data may be retrieved if the access address matches the first address, if some bits of the addresses match or if the access address is within a given range from the first address. The second address may be stored as an offset from the first address.
Patent GB-2467535-A (GB)
Title: Fencing signage
Inventor: WHITELEY CHRISTOPHER JAMES
IPC: E04H17/00
Filed: 2009-02-04
Abstract: Temporary fencing with a sign or warning display panel 26, comprising a fence panel 10 incorporating a mesh region 20 and a display panel 26 with clip means 30 securable to the display panel 26, the clip means 30 defining a body 32 and an arm 36 spaced apart from the body 32 to define a passage 40 shaped to receive at least one mesh component 24 of the mesh region 20 and thereby secure the display panel 26 to the fence panel 10. The display panel and/or clip may be formed from moulded plastics and may also be hollow. The clip may be attached to the display panel via projections on the clip which are received by the display panel. The clip and display panel may be highly visible.
Patent GB-2467930-A (GB)
Title: An apparatus and method for forming sulphur from hydrogen sulphide
Inventor: HIBBITT IAN
IPC: C01B17/04
Filed: 2009-02-19
Abstract: A method of forming sulphur by the partial oxidation of hydrogen sulphide (H2S) wherein hydrogen sulphide (H2S) gas and an oxidant gas are supplied to the inner region of a flame while a gas comprising sulphur dioxide (SO2) is supplied to an outer region of the flame. The apparatus comprises burner 2 is operated so as to establish a flame in a furnace 72 to which the oxidant gas, typically oxygen, and hydrogen sulphide gas are supplied via passageway 8 to the inner region of the flame and sulphur dioxide is supplied via passageway 18 to the outer region of the flame. The sulphur dioxide may be supplied from a Wellman-Lord plant. The resultant gas mixture comprising sulphur vapour is withdrawn from the furnace 72, which may form part of a Claus plant.
Patent GB-2458763-A (GB)
Title: Memory cell with read transistor, tunnelling capacitor and coupling capacitors in series
Inventor: LEE YOONMYUNG
IPC: G11C16/04
Filed: 2009-03-17
Abstract: A memory cell structure for a memory device is provided, the memory cell structure comprising a read transistor (120) having a floating gate node (140), a tunneling capacitor (130), and a coupling capacitor stack (200). The tunnelling capacitor is connected to the floating gate node and has a first programming terminal (160), whilst the coupling capacitor stack is connected to the floating gate node and has a second programming terminal (150). The coupling capacitor stack has at least two coupling capacitors arranged in series between the floating gate node and the second programming terminal, with the coupling capacitor stack having a larger capacitance than the tunnelling capacitor. During aprogramming operation, a voltage difference is established between the first programming terminal and the second programming terminal to cause charge tunneling to occur through the tunnelling capacitor, such that after the programming operation a charge is stored in the floating gate node. During a read operation, the read transistor is activated to produce an output signal indicative of the charge stored in the floating gate node. Such a memory cell structure is efficient in terms of area, and can be manufactured using standard CMOS logic manufacturing processes, thereby avoiding some of the complexities involved in the production of more conventional EEPROM and Flash memory devices.
Patent GB-2469443-A (GB)
Title: A multi-function microscope with magnetic retaining members for the objective lens
Inventor: LIANG JIE-KAI
IPC: G02B21/00
Filed: 2009-04-14
Abstract: The device includes a main body and a light adjusting seat. The main body 7 includes at least one lighting element 6, a magnetic element 41, and a transmission element. A microscopic lens assembly includes a light-transmittance element 2, a lens 1, and a magnetic element 41. The lens, the light adjusting seat, and the main body are held together using magnetic the attraction between two magnetic members 41 (42). A focus adjusting unit (20) includes a focus adjusting element holder (14), a focus adjusting element (12), a protective cover retainer (13), and a protective cover (11). The microscopic unit and the focus adjusting unit together form the multi-function microscope device (100). Advantages are that carrying is made easy, and the device can be conveniently mounted to a stage or base. The use of magnetic retaining members allows the objective 1 to be easily changed. A waterproof element (22) may also be included.
Patent GB-2459952-A (GB)
Title: Control system with an override subsystem for a downhole tool
Inventor: MANDROU LAURE
IPC: F15B20/00
Filed: 2009-04-29
Abstract: A system that is usable with a well (subterranean or subsea) may include a piston 50, a primary control subsystem (40, figure 1) and an override subsystem (48). The piston actuates a downhole tool, and the primary control subsystem is connected to at least one hydraulic line 62 in order to move the piston in response to pressure that is communicated to the tool via the hydraulic line(s). The override subsystem is connected to the hydraulic line(s) to override the primary control subsystem and move the piston in response to pressure communicated to the tool via the hydraulic line(s). The override subsystem may comprise check valves 100, 104 which allow pressure to be applied to what is normally a return line 64. Alternatively the primary control subsystem may be overridden by applying pressure, via a relief valve (120, figure 4) in the supply line, above a normal threshold value. Finally, the primary control subsystem may be overridden by selectively pressuring a plurality of return lines (204, 206, figure 6).
Patent GB-2473221-A (GB)
Title: Bag closure assembly
Inventor: CHU BEVERLEY CHING
IPC: A45C3/04
Filed: 2009-09-03
Abstract: The bag 1 has a body which includes front and rear panels 2 and 3 and a bag opening 18 at the tap between the panels. The rear panel has a closure member for extending across the bag opening and engaging a slot 10 in the front panel, so as to restrict the bag opening 19. The closure member may be implemented by a short cord 7 with a tassel 8 suspended at one end for engagement with the slot in a downward direction and stays engaged under the action of weight of the tassel 8. The closure assembly is suitable for use in a handbag or shopping bag.
Patent GB-2463154-A (GB)
Title: A roller barrier
Inventor: CALDERBANK MICHAEL
IPC: E06B9/08
Filed: 2009-09-04
Abstract: A roller barrier comprising a flexible barrier mounted to a train roller , the flexible barrier has a free edge serving as its leading edge as it is unwrapped, the flexible barrier comprises at least one central layer 14 of insulating material disposed between yet separate from first and second outer layers 16, 18 which are a continuous loop, and provide, at the leading edge, a bight in which an auxiliary roller 20 is mounted. A bottom rail 22 is suspended below the leading edge of the flexible barrier by attachment to the auxiliary roller 20 and at least one skirt 30 is connected to the bottom rail 22 to bridge the gap between the leading edge of the flexible barrier and the floor. A safety edge strip 32 may be connected below the bottom rail via at least one spring loaded suspension device 42. Preferably a skirt is attached to each side of the bottom rail and may be made from the same material as the central layer of the flexible barrier. The roller barrier is for use with a freezer or fridge door and the central layer may be an insulating layer.
Patent GB-2463381-A (GB)
Title: System and method for water breakthrough detection and intervention in a production well
Inventor: THIGPEN BRIAN L
IPC: E21B43/32
Filed: 2008-04-18
Abstract: A system and method for estimating an occurrence of a water breakthrough in a production well (50) is provided that includes estimating, at least periodically, a measure of water in the fluid produced from one or more production zones (52a, 52b) and estimating the occurrence of the water breakthrough utilizing at least in part a trend of the estimated measures of the produced fluid. A controller (150) determines one or more actions to be taken to mitigate an effect of the water breakthrough and may automatically initiate one or more such actions.
Patent GB-2464602-A (GB)
Title: A method of repairing steel reinforced concrete
Inventor: GLASS GARETH KEVIN
IPC: B64C37/00
Filed: 2009-10-16
Abstract: A method of repairing steel reinforced concrete comprises removing the damaged concrete and cleaning the exposed steel 3 to form a first cavity 2, forming a smaller second cavity 4 in the concrete 7 which has been exposed by the first cavity, placing a sacrificial anode assembly 5 in the second cavity 4, connecting the anode of the sacrificial anode assembly 5 to the exposed steel 3 via a connector 6 and covering the sacrificial anode assembly by filling the first cavity with a profile restoring concrete repair material. The sacrificial anode assembly is formed of a sacrificial anode which is formed of a metal with a more negative electrode potential than steel, an activating agent which may coat the sacrificial anode and a pliable viscous ionically conductive backfill or filler which may be formed of lime putty. In practice, the second cavity is formed by coring or drilling and then filled with the backfill before the sacrificial anode is inserted.
Patent GB-2475712-A (GB)
Title: Hinged access door allowing offset opening
Inventor: SHAW ALAN
IPC: E04H12/00
Filed: 2009-11-27
Abstract: A hinged door for a pole such as a lamppost comprises a door 3 covering an aperture, a bracket 7 secured to an edge region of the aperture, and a hinge connecting the bracket to the door. The hinge comprises a first hinge bracket 9 secured to the aperture bracket 7, a second hinge bracket 8 secured to the door panel, and a spacer arm 10 pivotally connected between the hinge brackets. The second hinge bracket is secured to the door at the opposite side to the aperture bracket 7 to allow the door to be moved clear of the opening. The second hinge bracket comprises a vertical post which allows the door to move vertically. Locking means 6 are provided adjacent upper and lower ends of the door, which are engaged and disengaged by vertical movement of the door.
Patent GB-2466357-A (GB)
Title: A movable accommodation unit for a storage compartment of a vehicle
Inventor: GAUDIG RALF
IPC: B60N3/10
Filed: 2009-12-02
Abstract: The object of the present invention relates to motor vehicle having at least one storage compartment 1, a storage compartment having at least one accommodation unit 2, and an accommodation unit for a storage compartment of a motor vehicle, including a plurality of frame sections 8a making up a frame, where the frame is mounted so as to be movable in the storage compartment, wherein in a space defined by the frame at least one retaining element 9 of variable shape and connected to at least two frame sections is arranged to extend between the frame sections in the defined space, forming at least one restraining area (12, figure 5). The retaining elements may be elastic bands arranged in a lattice-like way so that various items may be secured when the elements are deformed (figures 6 to 10), and they may also form pockets (9b, figure 9). Bi-stable bands 3 may form additional storage spaces on the ends of the frame, and the frame as a whole may be moved by means of guides 7,7a on the sides of the storage compartment.