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Patent ZA-825624-B (ZA)
Title: A binding for retaining an electrical conductor in a top groove on a rigid insulator which also has a circumferential groove
Inventor: WILLEM MICHEL
IPC: H01B17/22
Filed: 1982-08-04
Abstract: The binding is disposed substantially symmetrically about a plane of symmetry which passes through the insulator and which is orthogonal to said conductor (10). It comprises a first ring (8) for occupying a portion of the circumferential groove, a second ring (9) for occupying the top groove, two conductor-retaining branches (5), and tightening means (2, 11) for tightening the binding. Each of said branches comprises a first end portion (7) in the form of a preformed spiral retainer for wrapping around said conductor, an intermediate portion for threading through said second ring when lodged in the top groove and through said first ring when lodged in the circumferential groove, and then extending in an arc of the same diameter as the circumferential groove to a second end portion which provides an eye (6) for engaging the tightening means.
Patent ZA-841054-B (ZA)
Title: Heat treating hardenable carbon steel pipe
IPC: C21D1/10
Filed: 1984-02-14
Abstract: An annular zone of a carbon steel pipe (10) is heated to an austenizing temperature by an induction heater (14) as the pipe (10) is moved through the heater (14) followed by quenching of the heated zone with a spray (22) of an even conical sheet of quenching fluid traveling at a preselected angle to the surface of the pipe (10) such that after striking the pipe surface the fluid remains in contact therewith resulting in rapid controlled quenching of a well defined area of the pipe (10).
Patent ZA-844295-B (ZA)
Title: Antidiabetic compositions
Inventor: BRICKL ROLF DR
IPC: A61K9/14
Filed: 1984-06-07
Abstract: Galenic compositions containing an oral antidiabetic agent and having an improved release of active substance as well as processes for producing these compositions are provided. The pharmaceutical compositions are characterized in that the onset of the activity and the duration of activity are adapted to the particular needs of diabetics with regard to proper control of metabolism and the associated proper release of insulin. A basic or acidic excipient in a solvent is added to the anti-diabetically active substance in a quantity such that the active substance is made soluble, and then a solubilizing agent is added. The solution is applied to a water-insoluble carrier, the solvent is evaporated, and the residue is further processed to yield the various compositions.
Patent ZA-855860-B (ZA)
Title: 2,5-pyrrolidinedione derivatives useful as antiarrhythmic agents
Inventor: CHORVAT ROBERT JOHN
IPC: C07D207/40
Filed: 1985-08-02
Abstract: This invention encompasses compounds of the formulaand pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof wherein n is 2 or 3 and R and R, are n-propyl, isopropyl, or R, and R, together with N form a 2,6-dimethyl-1-piperidinyl group. The compounds of this invention are useful as antiarrhythmic agents.
Patent ZA-875167-B (ZA)
Title: A casing,particularly a junction-box casing for telecommunications engineering
Inventor: TAYBL CHRISTA
IPC: H05K5/03
Filed: 1987-07-15
Abstract: The invention relates to a casing, particularly a junction box casing (1) for telecommunications engineering, consisting of a box-shaped base (24), a cover (9) to close this, and a packing ring (14). According to the invention, upper and lower guide elements (2, 25) are provided, each of which consist of a pin (8, 13) on the inner sides of the side walls (27) of the cover (9) and of a pin guide (36, 37) on the outer walls (26) of the base (24). The pin guides (36, 37) are inclined at an acute angle to the base surface (28) of the base (24) and are directed toward the rear wall (30) of the base (24).
Patent ZA-879464-B (ZA)
Title: Pharmaceutical compositions
Inventor: RICHARDS DAVID ANTHONY
IPC: C07J31/00
Filed: 1987-12-17
Abstract: Use of fluticasone propionate in the treatment of bowel diseases when administered by the oral, stomal or rectal routes.
Patent ZA-882059-B (ZA)
IPC: B29D30/54
Filed: 1988-03-21
Abstract: A method and apparatus for installing sidewall replacement members (16) on a used tire carcass (10) by attaching sidewall members to the pre-buffed and cement coated sidewalls of the tire carcass, covering each sidewall member with a flexible sidewall mold (18) , placing a flexible curing envelope (26) around said tire carcass including the sidewall molds and sealing the envelope in the bead area of the tire carcass. The envelope covered tire carcass is then placed in a curing chamber at a preselected temperature and pressures for time period sufficient to cure said sidewall members and bond them on said tire carcass. The sidewall members can be installed in conjunction with the installation of tread rubber (12) on the tire.
Patent ZA-915774-B (ZA)
Title: Apparatus for continuously cooling metal strip
Inventor: YOSHIOKA OSMAI
IPC: C21D9/573
Filed: 1991-07-23
Abstract: A system for continuously cooling a metal strip which comprises at least one cooling roll rotatable and in contact with the metal strip, for cooling the metal strip continuously moving in the lengthwise direction thereof, said cooling roll allowing a cooling liquid to flow therethrough for continuously cooling said cooling roll, and a contact area between the surface of said cooling roll and the surface of the metal strip being controllable; a gas cooling machine disposed at the outlet of said cooling roll, for continuously cooling the metal strip by blowing the cooling gas onto the metal strip in such a manner that the distribution of temperature in the direction of a plate width of the metal strip is kept uniform after the final cooling, said gas cooling machine including a plurality of nozzle headers being independent of one another, for blowing the cooling gas onto the metal strip, and said plurality of nozzle headers controlling at least one of the flowrate and the flow velocity of the cooling gas in the direction of the plate width of the metal strip; a first tension adjusting machine disposed at the inlet of the said cooling roll; and a second tension adjusting machine disposed at the outlet of the gas cooling machine. <IMAGE>
Patent ZA-933083-B (ZA)
Title: Heterocyclic compounds
Inventor: KLAUS MICHAEL
IPC: A61P17/00
Filed: 1993-04-30
Abstract: Compounds of the formula <IMAGE>  in which     X represents -S-, -SO- or -SO2-;   R<1> represents C7-10-alkyl or C7-10-alkoxy;   R<2> represents a radical of the formula <IMAGE>     R<3> represents carboxyl or lower alkoxycarbonyl; and   n represents 1, 2 or 3; and salts of carboxylic acids of the formula I can be used as medicines, e.g. for the treatment of autoimmune disorders or disorders having a strong immunological component, such as psoriasis.
Patent ZA-938656-B (ZA)
Title: Delivery device having encapsulated excipients
Inventor: THOMBRE AVINASH GOVIND
IPC: A61K9/00
Filed: 1993-11-19
Abstract: PCT No. PCT/US93/09582 Sec. 371 Date May 11, 1995 Sec. 102(e) Date May 11, 1995 PCT Filed Oct. 13, 1993 PCT Pub. No. WO94/12152 PCT Pub. Date Jun. 9, 1994An asymmetric membrane, osmotic, delivery device having coated macroparticulate solubility modifiers. The device comprises a beneficial agent, an osmagent, a coated macroparticulate solubility modifier and an asymmetric membrane that surrounds the device components. The device is useful for dispensing a beneficial agent to an aqueous environment of use. The coated macroparticles modify the solubility of the beneficial agent so that it's release can be controlled. The larger size of the solubility modifier macroparticles provides, for example, a longer release duration than would have been possible with a smaller size.
Patent ZA-941283-B (ZA)
Title: Bending glass sheets
Inventor: JACQUES NEIL WILLIAM
IPC: C03B23/027
Filed: 1994-02-24
Abstract: The invention relates to the bending of glass sheets to shapes which cannot be achieved by gravity bending alone. A method is provided in which a glass sheet is bent on a mould (3) having a movable end (6), comprising the steps of: subjecting the glass sheet to an initial gravity bending step; providing support to a portion of the glass sheet located on the movable end (6) of the mould (3); while providing said support, lowering said movable end (6) away from the glass sheet; subjecting the glass sheet to a press bending step. Support may be provided by a reduced pressure within an upper mould (4'), a mechanical arm (40), or gas directed in a generally upwards direction. The invention may be used for bending glass for architectural or automotive purposes, e.g. for bending a pair of glass sheets (1,2), one on top of the other, for use in the manufacture of a laminated windscreen. <IMAGE>
Patent ZA-948134-B (ZA)
Title: Method and apparatus for performing handoff between sectors of a common base station
Inventor: GILHOUSEN KLEIN S
IPC: H04W36/06
Filed: 1994-10-17
Abstract: A method and apparatus providing softer handoff of a mobile unit (90) between sectors (50, 70, and 80) of a common base station (60). A sectorized base station (60) comprises a set of demodulation elements (240A - 204N). Each demodulation element (240A - 204N) may be assigned to a signal from one of a plurality of sectors. The output of the demodulators (240A - 204N) are combined before the decoding process independent of the sector from which the data originated. This configuration provides improved output data reliability, more stable power control, and more efficient use of resources at the base station.
Patent ZA-962559-B (ZA)
Title: Mold material with additives.
Inventor: KINDT-LARSEN TURE
IPC: C08L83/04
Filed: 1996-03-29
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a composition comprising polystyrene with at least 0.1% (w/w) of an additive, the article of manufacture comprised thereof, such as a mold for making contact lenses and the mold assembly containing said mold, and the use of such mold so to facilitate demolding from a two mold assembly in the process of making contact lens.
Patent ZA-996258-B (ZA)
Title: Back pack with an integrated rolling and pulling system.
Inventor: LATHOUWER ROGER DE
IPC: A45C5/14
Filed: 1999-10-01
Abstract: A rucksack with supple material walls comprising a retractable handle (7) and wheels. An incurvated interior base plate (2) is provided, plate made to form one piece with the base of at least one telescopic housing (10) of the rod(s) (1) of the retractable handle (7), housing provided internally in the baggage along one face. The aforesaid base plate (2) comprises openings (8, 8') at the incurvation, openings receiving projecting wheels (5). The upper extremity (10) of the telescopic housing(s) is made to form one piece with a supporting plate (3) of the supple material extending perpendicular to the telescopic system. The face in contact with the back and provided with straps (31) is opposite the face adjacent to the telescopic housing (10).
Patent AT-410641-B (AT)
IPC: B23K9/12
Filed: 2000-04-05
Granted: 2003-06-25
Abstract: The invention describes a method of continuously controlling and tracking a position of a welding torch ( 10 ) and welding head relative to a weld seam to be produced on a workpiece ( 16 ), whereby the welding torch ( 10 ), spaced at a distance apart from a workpiece ( 16 ) and the weld seam, effects a pendulum motion which is superimposed on its linear welding motion, during which state variables, in particular an ohmic resistance or a current and/or a voltage, are detected as they change in time. The lateral deviation of the welding torch ( 10 ) from the weld seam, in particular from the welding line centre, and/or the height of the welding torch ( 10 ) above the workpiece ( 16 ) and the welding head are derived from the detected actual values and signals in order to control and track the position of the welding torch ( 10 ). Depending on periodically occurring process phases of a welding process, the measurement value detection routine for at least one measurement signal, in particular to detect the state variable, is run at fixed instants and/or states of the periodically recurring process phases of the welding process.
Patent AT-411012-B (AT)
Title: Vein stripper for high frequency surgical applications, has two ring shaped electrodes arranged in neighboring disposition in peripheral zone of coagulation and cutting instrument
Inventor: REDTENBACHER MICHAEL DR
IPC: A61B18/14
Filed: 2001-06-05
Granted: 2003-09-25
Abstract: A pair of ring shaped electrodes are arranged in neighboring disposition in a peripheral zone of coagulation and cutting instrument, over the vein (100).
Patent GB-2351526-B (GB)
Title: Method of securing a shoot bolt to a gearbox and a gearbox therefor
Inventor: KERR DAVID
IPC: E05B17/00
Filed: 2000-02-16
Granted: 2002-10-23
Abstract: The invention is embodied by a cremone gearbox which drives two shoot bolts 32 (only one shown) to lock an openable panel such as a window or door. The gearbox has a part such as rack 24 with serrations 28 that can be engaged with complementary serrations 30 on the shoot bolt and also carries a sliding member 40 that can be moved by actuation of the gearbox to secure the cooperating parts together. On assembly of the lock actuation of handle 12 (Fig 1) causes bolt 60 to project from and then move longitudinally relative to the gearbox and thereby push sliding member 40 into its operative position as shown in Fig 4. Projection 56 (Figs 5, 7) can be provided on the sliding member which locates in indentation 52 in the inoperative position and indentation 54 in the operative position.
Patent GB-2375669-B (GB)
Title: Power stabilisation in an optical communication system
Inventor: GOOBAR EDGARD
IPC: H04B10/00
Filed: 2001-02-20
Granted: 2003-11-26
Abstract: The invention concerns a method and apparatus for determining noise power caused by amplified spontaneous emission in a signal output by an optical amplifier (100). The amplifier is connected downstream of further optical amplifiers or components that generates noise power due to amplified spontaneous emission (ASE). The amplifier is connected to a control channel and receives via this channel information about the proportion of ASE power contained in the amplifier input signal. The amplifier further includes a control unit for calculating the ASE power generated in the amplifier, for example using a predetermined relationship between the gain of an amplifier and the generated amplified spontaneous emission (ASE). The ASE power in the amplifier output signal is then determined as the sum of the generated ASE power and the power resulting from propagated ASE. The determined target output power can be used to stabilise the amplifier output. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2387544-B (GB)
Title: Microwave applicator
Inventor: CRONIN NIGEL
IPC: A61B18/18
Filed: 2002-10-10
Granted: 2004-03-17
Abstract: A microwave applicator comprising a coaxial electrical input (4) and a waveguide (1) filled with dielectric (2), an inner conductor (7) of the coaxial input extending longitudinally within one end of the waveguide to launch microwaves in the TM01 mode to travel to the distal end face (8) of the waveguide so that microwaves are transmitted when the distal end face is contacted by the biological tissue to be treated.
Patent GB-2419584-B (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to packs for holding food items
Inventor: PHUNG QUANG
IPC: B65D75/52
Filed: 2004-11-01
Granted: 2008-06-25
Abstract: The disclosure relates to a pack for holding a food item or items comprising a bag (10) and a channel shaped holder (11) for the bag formed in card and comprising a pair of side walls (12,15) to which the sides of the bag are adhered by adhesive areas (40) and a base (14) hinged at first fold lines (21) to the side walls and having a plurality of spaced second fold lines (22) extending parallel to the first fold lines to allow the base to take up a generally convex or concave shape with the side walls of the holder spaced apart and holding the side walls of the bag apart.
Patent GB-2421070-B (GB)
Title: Fire-resistant cover for lighting fitting
Inventor: HUA DI
IPC: F21V25/00
Filed: 2005-01-27
Granted: 2007-01-10
Abstract: A cover (22) for a lighting fitting (10) intended to be mounted in a panel (12) includes a light-transmitting part (30) of a heat-resistant material and a flange (32) which extends at least partially around the light-transmitting part (30). The cover (22) is arranged to be fitted over a lighting fitting (10) installed in a panel (12) so that light from the fitting (10) can pass through the light-transmitting part (30). The flange (32) lies adjacent to the panel (12) and includes a material (50) which is arranged in use to inhibit the passage of fire in a region between the flange (32) and an adjacent panel (12). A lighting fitting (10) suitable for mounting in a panel (12) is also disclosed. The lighting fitting (10) includes a body (20) in which a lamp (21) may be mounted, a light-transmitting part of a heat-resistant material arranged so that light from the lamp can pass through the light-transmitting part, and a flange (26) which extends at least partially around the body (20) of the lighting fitting (10). The flange (26) includes a material (27) which is arranged in use to inhibit the passage of fire in a region between the flange (26) and the panel (12).
Patent GB-2418580-B (GB)
Title: Data Processing System And Method
Inventor: MENSAH TREVOR
IPC: G06F9/46
Filed: 2001-10-24
Granted: 2006-05-24
Abstract: An architecture suitable for running on processing systems of limited processing power is disclosed. The architecture facilitates the portability of applications and optimises the use of CPU and/or memory resources. The architecture is embodied in novel data structures and applications which may be compiled into an extremely low footprint and optimised machine code. Also disclosed are tools for developing applications and particular applications of the architecture. The invention is particularly useful in the context of set-top-boxes, where it facilitates production of interactive games and the like which were previously not practicable.
Patent GB-2451524-B (GB)
Title: Amplifier circuit
Inventor: LESSO JOHN PAUL
IPC: H03F1/02
Filed: 2007-08-30
Granted: 2012-11-21
Abstract: An amplifier circuit comprises an input, for receiving an input signal to be amplified; a preamplifier, for amplifying the input signal based on a variable gain; a power amplifier for amplifying the signal output from the preamplifier; and a variable voltage power supply for supplying one or more supply voltages to the power amplifier. The supply voltages are adjusted based on the variable gain or the input digital signal. According to other aspects of the invention, a power supply of an amplifier circuit is clocked using a clock signal, whereby the clock signal has a frequency that varies in accordance with a volume signal or an input signal.
Patent GB-2450667-B (GB)
Title: Method for vaporizing and heating a cryogenic fluid
Inventor: DUTT SUNIL
IPC: F17C9/02
Filed: 2007-05-26
Granted: 2011-06-15
Abstract: A method for vaporizing and heating a cryogenic fluid such as a liquefied natural gas, to a desired temperature in the ambient temperature range. The method comprises using an intermediate heat exchange fluid such as propane to heat the liquefied natural gas and to utilize the cold potential of the liquefied natural gas to produce power. The heat exchange fluid is heated by a heat source, such as warm or hot water available from an industrial process. The heat exchange fluid is pressurized and heated to form a heat exchange vapor. The heat exchange vapor is split into multiple streams that exchange heat with the cryogenic fluid in series fashion so that the cryogenic fluid is vaporized and heated to the desired temperature in stages using a common heat exchange fluid and heat source.
Patent GB-2116244-B (GB)
Title: Lock
Inventor: HERRIOTT LESLIE VICTOR
IPC: E05B47/00
Filed: 1982-03-06
Granted: 1985-08-14
Abstract: A lock for operation by a magnetic key has some locking elements (19, 20 and 21) which are moved circumferentially from locking to releasing positions by the key and further locking elements (16, 17 and 18) which are moved axially by the key from locking to releasing positions.
Patent GB-2174423-B (GB)
Title: Liquid fabric softener
Inventor: TRINH TOAN
IPC: C11D1/62
Filed: 1986-03-27
Granted: 1989-06-28
Abstract: Liquid fabric softening compositions for use in a rinse bath after washing fabrics with a detergent. The softening compositions contain (a) the reaction products of higher fatty acids with a polyamine selected from the group consisting of hydroxyalkylalkylenediamines and dialkylenetriamines and mixtures thereof, (b) cationic nitrogenous salts having only one long chain acyclic aliphatic hydrocarbon group, and optionally (c) cationic nitrogenous salts having two or more long chain acyclic aliphatic hydrocarbon groups or one said group and an arylalkyl group; these compositions provide good softening performance across major types of detergents.
Patent GB-2193092-B (GB)
Title: Nicotine containing lozenge
Inventor: SHAW ALEC STANLEY WALTER
IPC: A23G3/00
Filed: 1987-06-23
Granted: 1990-03-07
Abstract: There is disclosed a lozenge formed by compression of at least two mixed components, one of said components including lactose or a lactose containing substance and the other of said components comprising a carrier having nicotine or a nicotine derivative absorbed therein such that there is no direct contact between the nictone and the lactose whilst together in the lozenge.
Patent GB-2192519-B (GB)
Title: Method for determining the variation with time of a plurality of spectral lines of signal patterns
Inventor: LUDGE WOLFGANG
IPC: G10L19/02
Filed: 1987-06-30
Granted: 1990-07-11
Abstract: Consecutive signal components are digitally captured and the signals are subjected to a fast Fourier transform in which the numbers of measurement values of each signal component capturing the fundamental period are arranged in a repetitive sequence until a number suitable for the fast Fourier transform is reached or even exceeded. The signal series thus composed is subjected to the fast Fourier transform. The analog-digital conversion of the signal which is to be analysed is carried out with a sampling frequency which is higher than would be necessary according to the requirement of the sampling theorem for the highest frequency to be analysed. The invention can be used in technical diagnosis, in speech analysis and in certain medical applications. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2253210-B (GB)
Title: Soluble heterologous polypeptide produced by culture of recombinant microorganisms
Inventor: KARA BHUPHENDRA VALLABH
IPC: C12P21/02
Filed: 1992-02-21
Granted: 1995-06-07
Abstract: Processes for preparing polypeptides such as ricin A such that soluble polypeptide may be obtained. The pH may be adjusted during the process or the temperature decreased during the terminal portion of the cultivation, and yeast extract may be added to the growth medium during the cultivation. In the case of ricin A the pH is generally adjusted by lowering the pH from a first value such as 6.7 to a second value such as a value between about 5.5 and 6.7.
Patent GB-2323941-B (GB)
Title: Drive control device for opening/closing member
Inventor: SHIGEMATSU KOUICHI
IPC: H02H7/085
Filed: 1995-02-28
Granted: 1998-11-18
Abstract: A drive control device for an opening/closing member is active to detect obstruction in the path of motion in one direction and control the member to move in the opposite direction for a predetermined distance if the member is in a monitoring zone. Timing functions T1 and T2 may ensure that the drive motor is not reversed if a predetermined time period has elapsed since it was stopped or is not started again in the one direction immediately after it has reversed. The operation is effective to compensate for overrun of the member caused by a lag between the initiation of a stopping signal and the instant when the actual motion of the member completely stops.