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Patent GB-2384006-A (GB)
Title: Tanning leather
Inventor: JONES CHRISTOPHER RAYMOND
IPC: C14C3/18
Filed: 2002-01-11
Abstract: A neutral, monocarboxylic   a  -amino acid is used to reduce the formaldehyde level in a leather tanning process. The amino acid reacts with a THP<SP>+</SP> salt (used in the tanning process) to form a compound of formula:<BR> <BR> <CHE>[RCH.COOH.NHCH 2 ] n P<SP>+</SP>[CH 2 OH] 4-n  ,</CHE><BR> <BR> where n is from 1 to 4 and R is hydrogen or an alkyl, aralkyl or hydroxyalkyl group.
Patent GB-2377319-A (GB)
Title: Dielectric resonator antenna with mutually orthogonal feeds
Inventor: KINGSLEY SIMON PHILIP
IPC: H01Q19/10
Filed: 2002-01-17
Abstract: A multi-polarisation dielectric resonator antenna (1) having three mutually orthogonal feeds (5a, 5b, 5c) displaying C<SB>3v</SB> point group symmetry is disclosed. The faces of the DRA are also described as being orthogonal and in other embodiments tetrahedral. The antenna 1 may be operated so as to determine the polarisation of any incoming signal, since the three feeds (5a, 5b, 5c) have polarisations at 120 to each other. Furthermore, a plurality of multi-polarisation dielectric resonator antennas (1) may be formed into a composite dielectric resonator antenna (Fig. 6 ) with beamsteering, direction finding and polarisation detection capability over a full 4  f   steradians.
Patent GB-2373178-A (GB)
Title: Mechanics creeper with tear-shaped side bars, wheels with rounded radial surfaces and casters attached by brackets
Inventor: WHITESIDE KIRT E
IPC: B25H5/00
Filed: 2002-02-06
Abstract: A mechanic's creeper (10) includes a pad (12) supported between a plurality of side rails (14) by a plurality of crossbars (15). The side rails (14) are of tear-shaped cross section such that no sharp edges are provided adjacent to the pad (12) held between the side rails (14). The pad (12), side rails (14), and crossbars (15) are held off the ground by a plurality of caster assemblies (20). The caster assemblies (20) are connected only to the bottom surface (16) of the side rails (14) such that no protrusion is created on the top surface (17) of the side rails (14). Specifically, each of the caster assemblies [Fig 2,3] (20) is connected to an associated side rail (14) by a rivet nut (54) that communicates only with the bottom surface (16) of side rail (14). The caster assemblies (20) further include rolling elements (24, 26) and bearing races (32, 34) that allow the caster assemblies (20) to rotate about the axis of a kingpin (42). The kingpin (42) retains the various elements of the caster assemblies (20) in an operative relation. Additionally, the lateral extent of side rails (14) is such that the top race (32) lies wholly within the vertical profile of its associated side rail (14). An improved wheel design [Figs 4-6] for a caster assembly is also provided, wherein the wheel (140) provides a rounded radial surface (160) to lessen the amount of surface area contact between the radial surface (160) and the surface upon which the wheel (140) rests.
Patent GB-2387949-A (GB)
Title: Gaming machine with skill stop feature
Inventor: MURRAY STEVE
IPC: G07F17/34
Filed: 2002-04-13
Abstract: A gaming machine has first and second reels each carrying numeric values 0, 10, 20 etc. to 100. The player, within a limited time period wherein all the reels are spinning, must "skill stop" the first reel. If the reel stops within the time limit then the value shown on the reel is recorded. If the player achieves 100 then the second reel is automatically set to zero and the play is transferred to a third reel. If the first reel value is less than 100 then the player must stop the second reel such that the cumulative score is less than 100, otherwise the game is over. If the cumulative score is between 10 and 100 then play transfers to the third reel which comprises "yes" or "no". If the player selects "yes" then play transfers to the second stage of the game which is a traditional "fruit" reel type game. A pay table is used in which greater awards can be achieved if more is wagered per spin and the score achieved in the first stage is used to calculate the percentage of the winnings awarded in the second stage. A pick style game is also incorporated in the second stage of play.
Patent GB-2375505-A (GB)
Title: Keypad for a portable communication unit wherein the keypad includes protrusions formed on a key sheet for supporting an upper case of the keyboard
Inventor: WATANABE YOHSUKE
IPC: G06F3/02
Filed: 2002-05-14
Abstract: The keypad includes a key sheet 10 is provided with a series of buttons 13 formed thereon, wherein a plurality of protrusions 14 which internally support an upper case 3a of the keypad are provided on the key sheet. The protrusions, which may be hollow and of varying shapes (e.g. quadrilateral, cylindrical, or triangular), may also include backlight LED's 17 therein. The protrusions ensure that even when external pressure is applied to the upper case, the case is supported to prevent the case from being deformed or curved, and the buttons are prevented from being pushed by the upper case. The arrangement enables a communication unit (e.g. a mobile telephone) may be constructed of reduced size and weight without increasing the number of components, and that can protect the unit and electronic components against, for example, impact and external pressure.
Patent GB-2392426-A (GB)
Title: Wheel cover
Inventor: MYCOCK GEORGE WILLIAM
IPC: B62D25/16
Filed: 2002-08-29
Abstract: A vehicle wheel cover 10 to collect spray. The cover 10 being made of aluminium and having a generally channel shape configuration with a gently curving mid section (18) and steeply curved section (20). Mud guards 24 are mounted to either side of the cover 10 by resilient strips 26.
Patent GB-2395030-A (GB)
Title: Inspection results processing method
Inventor: WELSH THOMAS DAVID
IPC: G01M99/00
Filed: 2002-11-06
Abstract: A method of testing a manufactured product comprises determining external properties of the manufactured product, inputting the determined external properties into an analysis tool, comparing the properties with properties predicted by a design simulation of the product; and outputting an indication of the result of the comparison. The comparison may include comparing the products' performance with the original design specification. The properties are preferably determined by means of laser scanning.
Patent GB-2391348-A (GB)
Title: On-chip hardware assisted software profiling
Inventor: BERENT ANTHONY NEIL
IPC: G06F11/36
Filed: 2002-12-02
Abstract: The present invention relates to a data processing apparatus and method for compiling application code. The data processing apparatus comprises a processor, and a compiler for compiling application code to generate instructions for execution by the processor. Furthermore, a non-invasive trace unit is coupled to the processor for generating, from input signals received from the processor, trace signals indicative of the instructions being executed by the processor. The compiler is then arranged to control the compilation of the application code dependent on the trace signals. The non-invasive nature of the trace unit enables it to generate trace signals that can be used to produce profiling information for use by the compiler without altering the behaviour of the code being executed by the processor, and accordingly provides a significantly improved technique for obtaining profiling information for use in feedback driven optimisation compilation techniques.
Patent GB-2397810-A (GB)
Title: Collapsible motorised invalid carriage
Inventor: OLIVER JOHN
IPC: A61G5/04
Filed: 2002-12-12
Abstract: A class 2 invalid carriage comprising a chassis 1 and 5 so constructed that allows the centres between the rear wheels 2 and the front wheels 4 to be reduced, fitted onto the chassis the seat 11 which has scissor style legs 12, a folding backrest 15 complete with armrests 16 supported on support links 17, the seat is held in the upright position by the chassis seat locator 13 and the spring loaded bolt 14. The telescopic style tiller 18 is so designed to give infinate reach adjustment. When the seat is folded down for normal transport the tiller 18 is locked by a toggle type lock 20 to the auxillary wheel frame to secure the seat whilst the vehicle is being wheeled on the auxillary wheels 9. When the seat is folded down and the length of the chassis is reduced to its limit, the whole vehicle can be placed inside a medium size trolly suit case for transport on an aircraft or coach.
Patent GB-2398596-A (GB)
Title: Folding leaf gate
Inventor: LONG ROGER GEORGE
IPC: E05F15/10
Filed: 2003-02-21
Abstract: A folding leaf gate comprises at least two gate leaves 101 and 104 hinged together, gate leaf 101 is also attached via a hinge to a gatepost 102. Rotating devices (106, Fig 1) are associated with each gate leaf, sharing a common axis with the hinges connecting the leaves. The rotating devices, preferably pinions, are secured in a static relationship with the leaf whereby rotation of the rotating device causes rotation of the leaf about the hinge between the panels. A translating device 203, preferably a chain, engages with the rotating devices in a configuration which enables the rotational movement of the post hung leaf section 101 about the gate post 102 to rotate the rotating devices (106, Fig 1) which simultaneously opens the gate by folding the leaf gate into two parts or more.
Patent GB-2400400-A (GB)
Title: Catch comprising at least one shoot bolt and rotatable lever
Inventor: WALLIS GLEN
IPC: E05B13/10
Filed: 2003-03-21
Abstract: A catch comprising a striker member 10 for attachment to a first window component and a catch member 11 arranged for attachment to a second window member. The catch comprises a rotatable lever 21 that can shoot at least one bolt 17 into locking engagement with a striker member 10. The catch may comprise at least two shoot bolts 17. Rotation of the lever may bring about rotation of a cam 23, which acts on the shoot bolt carrier. The bolt(s) 17 may be spring loaded and have a tapered nose, so that when one of the window components is moved into a closed position with relation to the other window component, the shoot bolts 17 snap into position in the striker member 10. The lever 21 may be connected to the cam via a barrel of a cylinder lock 24 so that when the lever is in the locking position, the lever can be locked in position by means of a key. The device is particularly applicable to vertically sliding windows, for example sash windows.
Patent GB-2406497-A (GB)
Title: Disposable belt for holding hygienic wipes
Inventor: CARPENTER JEAN ANN
IPC: A45F3/00
Filed: 2003-09-30
Abstract: A disposable belt made of polyethylene has a pouch for holding and dispensing hygienic wipes. The ends of the belt may have Velcro (R.T.M.) fastening.
Patent GB-2407661-A (GB)
Title: Method of validating device profiles and capability class descriptions
Inventor: BUTLER MARK HENRY
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2003-10-31
Abstract: A method of enabling a plurality of entities to have sufficient information concerning at least one device and at least one content item, such that each individual entity can arbitrate concerning a performance of said device and said content, on the basis of said device information and said content information.
Patent GB-2396919-A (GB)
Title: Electronic thermometer with directionally adjustable display
Inventor: HSIEH CHIH-WEI
IPC: G01K1/06
Filed: 2003-12-12
Abstract: An electric clinical thermometer 10 has a directionally adjustable LCD display 11 that orientates the display in dependance on a direction control signal. The direction of the numerals 12 displaying temperature adjusts to the direction in which the thermometer is held to provide an upright display with respect to the user, thus allowing it to be easily read when held upside down for example. The direction control signal is provided by either a direction sensing element or a manual switch located on the thermometer housing.
Patent GB-2416077-A (GB)
Title: Linking two test units to form one system
Inventor: EDWARDS BARRY VINCENT
IPC: H01R13/631
Filed: 2004-07-07
Abstract: A free-standing adapter can be used to link two interchangeable test adapters (ITAs) 1 so that they are interconnected. The adapter consists of a receiver 2, a box 3 and a handle 5 to assist in moving the parts into position. The invention is used in electrical testing.
Patent GB-2418999-A (GB)
Title: Categorizing uniform resource locators
Inventor: SINCLAIR JOHN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2004-09-09
Abstract: A method of categorising URLs during internet access, wherein a specific URL is first checked against a local cache of categorised URLs to see if it is there, if not then a remote server is queried to generate a category for that URL. Preferably the categorization of URLs is used in controlling access to the internet. The cache is preferably structured as: a hash array comprising one or more index elements, each index element comprising a host tree pointer and a hash key derived from a stored URL; one or more host trees depending from the index elements, each host tree comprising one or more nodes each holding data (representative of a URL and associated category code) and pointers to a next older and next younger node.
Patent GB-2418720-A (GB)
Title: A protective device
Inventor: WARNE CHRISTOPHER JOHN
IPC: A63B71/08
Filed: 2004-10-01
Abstract: A protective device for reinforcing an article against impact, the device comprising a flexible tube (2) containing a plurality of throttle valve elements (4) linked to form a flexible chain. The valve elements (4) are undersized with respect to the diameter of the tube (2) so that there is a clearance between the periphery (7) of the valve element (4) and the inner wall (18) of the tube. Because of the clearance, the tube will act as a shock absorber as the tube (2) can bend when subjected to a relatively light impact or bending force but resists bending when subjected to a relatively violent impact or bending force.
Patent GB-2418958-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum pump with enhanced exhaust heat transfer to stator
Inventor: MCDIARMID ALLAN EDMISTON
IPC: F04C29/04
Filed: 2004-10-06
Abstract: A vacuum pump comprises a stator 12 housing a pumping mechanism 56, 58 which may be of roots, claw, Northey or screw type and defining an exhaust conduit 26 for exhausting gas from the pump. Baffles 60 are located in the exhaust conduit for transferring to the stator heat from gas passing through the exhaust conduit. The baffles change the gas flow direction causing gas impact on the conduit wall to improve local heat transfer. This can enable the temperature of the stator to closely match that of the pumping mechanism at the point of highest temperature and thus reduce the likelihood of contact between the stator and the pumping mechanism. Further baffles may be located in a passage 34 entering the last pumping chamber 22 and the conduit may be integral with the stator.
Patent GB-2416929-A (GB)
Title: Electrical plug having cable retention means
Inventor: WU SHUMING
IPC: H01R13/72
Filed: 2004-12-24
Abstract: An electrical plug 1 comprises a housing 27 having a first end, a second end and a sidewall. The first end of the housing is connected to an electrical cord 2, and at least one prong protrudes from the second end of the housing. The electrical plug also includes at least one groove 11 formed into the sidewall of the housing. The groove is provided for clasping portion of said electrical cord.
Patent GB-2424955-A (GB)
Title: Flow meter with conductive coating
Inventor: MEANS STEPHEN R
IPC: G01F1/58
Filed: 2005-04-09
Abstract: An electromagnetic flow meter comprising a conduit (1) with electrodes (3) and magnetic coils (2) has means to reduce eddy currents in the vicinity of the electrodes. This comprises a conductive coating (4) typically less than 50 microns thick, applied to the conduit by brushing, dipping, electro-deposition or spraying. The coating may be a paint containing carbon black, silver, copper or nickel.
Patent GB-2410967-A (GB)
Title: Well control using pressure while drilling measurements
Inventor: PAULK MARTIN DALE
IPC: E21B47/06
Filed: 2003-09-29
Abstract: Methods and apparatus for monitoring and controlling the pressure in a wellbore characterized by a drilling system utilizing real-time bottom hole pressure measurements and a control system adapted to control parameters such as well shut-in, drilling fluid weight, pumping rate, and choke actuation. In the preferred embodiments, the control system receives input from the bottom hole pressure sensor as well as pressure sensors, mud volume sensors, and flowmeters located at the surface. The control system then adjusts one or more of drilling fluid density, pumping rate, or choke actuation to detect, shut-in, and circulate out wellbore influxes. The preferred system operates automatically without any manual intervention in well control processes.
Patent GB-2414314-A (GB)
Title: Method of seismic source monitoring using modelled source signatures with calibration functions
Inventor: PARKES GREGORY ERNEST
IPC: G06F19/00
Filed: 2005-05-16
Abstract: Physical parameters are measured 103 for an array of seismic sources (e.g. airguns), preferably for each activation of the seismic sources. Calibration functions are obtained 101 and the measured physical parameters and calibration functions are applied 104 to a model, which generates a calibrated source signature for the array of seismic sources. Alternatively, the measured physical parameters are applied to a model, which generates a modelled source signature, and then the calibration functions are applied to the modelled source signature to generate the calibrated source signature. Alternatively, modelled source signatures are generated for each seismic source and then the calibration functions are applied to the modelled source signatures for each seismic source are combined, preferably by linear superposition, to generate the calibrated source signature for the array of seismic sources. The estimation of obtaining calibration functions includes the step of determining differences between a modelled source signature and a measured source signature for a seismic source and determining calibration functions that correct for said differences for the seismic source. The measured physical parameters may include: seismic source depths, seismic source geometry, seismic source relative timing, water pressure, atmospheric pressure.
Patent GB-2427257-A (GB)
Title: Interactive peripatetic target system
Inventor: SOUTHALL DAVID
IPC: F41J5/06
Filed: 2005-06-15
Abstract: An air rifle target system consisting of a target capable of moving along a track. The target moves from end to end along the track unless it is stuck by a pellet in a designated area. A pellet striking the designated area causes a change in operation of the moving target. Audio and visual indication may be given when the target is hit.
Patent GB-2412311-A (GB)
Title: Inflatable support apparatus
Inventor: HARRIS STUART
IPC: A47C27/08
Filed: 2005-07-04
Abstract: The invention relates to an inflatable mattress for use, particularly although not necessarily exclusively, by young children. The mattress includes an inflatable mattress section 4 with inflatable portions 14, 16 along each longitudinal edge, said portions, when fully inflated, being of a height greater than the height of the fully inflated mattress section thereby acting as barriers to prevent a young child from rolling off the mattress section when asleep. An inflatable headboard 10 and/or footboard can also be provided to further support the child's position on the mattress. A cover sheet may also be provided.
Patent GB-2416186-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle handle-operated switch assembly
Inventor: SCHMIDT ROBERT MARK
IPC: B60R25/24
Filed: 2005-07-08
Abstract: A mechanical handle switch assembly (14) ("switch assembly") is provided for actuating a vehicle-based system (12) eg for passive entry. The switch assembly (14) includes a door handle mechanism (28), which is coupled to a vehicle door (26) and utilized for actuation by a user. This door handle mechanism (28) is movable a predetermined travel distance, which includes a switch-triggering distance for actuating the vehicle-based system (12) and an unlatching distance for unlatching the vehicle door (26). The door handle mechanism (28) is coupled to a drive train mechanism (34) and utilized for actuating the drive train mechanism (34). The drive train mechanism (34) is operatively coupled to a switch device (18) for actuating the vehicle-based system (12). A small initial handle movement (fig. 3A) operates the switch device (18) to cause a vehicle tranceiver (20) to communicate with a portable transponder (22) to effect unlocking. The handle moves through a greater distance (fig. 3b) to effect unlatching. A lever arrangement can be used with a pull-handle to allow initial handle movement to operate a switch.
Patent GB-2425146-A (GB)
Title: Insulation retaining clip
Inventor: BRINDLE CHRISTOPHER CHARLES
IPC: A01G9/14
Filed: 2005-07-26
Abstract: An insulation retaining clip (10) for use on a structure (21) to be insulated and having a surface (22) and raised members (23) projecting from the surface over which sheet form insulating material (20) is placed. The retaining clip is generally U-shaped and has a base portion (11) and opposed spring arms (13, 14) that extend from the ends of the base portion to locate around the sides of the raised members and hold the insulating material to the structure. The base portion is not linear and has a central region (11a) and two side regions (11b) formed at a slight angle to the central region. The clip of the present invention can be used to securely but releasably hold sheet like insulating material to an above ground pool, greenhouse or conservatory.
Patent GB-2431795-A (GB)
Title: Motion vector selection based on integrity
Inventor: LIVING JONATHAN
IPC: H04N5/44
Filed: 2005-10-31
Abstract: Video motion detection apparatus comprises means for applying a motion test to detect inter-image motion between two or more test images. The motion test provides a test result providing a motion vector and an indication of the integrity of the detected motion vector. The motion test is applied to one of the test images, to detect intra-image similarity within that test image. The motion vector generated by the inter-image motion test is made available as an output of the apparatus if its associated test result indicates a greater integrity than the test result obtained by the intra-image similarity test and it is not made available as an output of the apparatus if its associated test result does not indicate a greater integrity than the test result obtained by the intra-image similarity test.