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Patent GB-2209567-A (GB)
Title: Washer
Inventor: WARD ANTHONY WILLIAM
IPC: F16J15/10
Filed: 1987-09-10
Abstract: A washer 1 for example for providing a seal between a receptacle 9 and a fitting 11, is made of generally resilient material, and is provided on one face 5, which in use engages with a surface 8 of the receptacle 9 or the fitting 11, with one or more recesses 7 which opens only to the one face 5 of the washer 1. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2197273-A (GB)
Title: Article carrying device for a vehicle
Inventor: ADAMS ANTHONY NOEL
IPC: B60R9/10
Filed: 1987-10-12
Abstract: An article carrying device for a vehicle comprising support means 25 adapted to be secured to the vehicle, and article carrying means 27, 28 secured to the support means wherein substantially the entire load on the article carrying means is transmitted directly from the article carrying means to the support means. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2198256-A (GB)
Title: Movable blinds to protect optical systems
Inventor: STEWART DOUGLAS JOHN
IPC: B60Q1/05
Filed: 1987-10-26
Abstract: To protect an optical system which can be used out of doors or in a hostile environment wherein a lens or covering window of the system is exposed to the elements or other obscuring medium which can impair the efficiency of the optical system, a blind of optically transparent film (17) mounted on rollers (18, 19) so that a section thereof covers the said lens or window (12), and movable selectively and/or automatically when the said section has water, dirt or other medium thereon to bring a fresh section of blind into the lens or window covering portion. Specified systems are cameras, telescopes and car headlamps. The blind and rollers may be in a disposable cartridge which is clipped on the optical system. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2212550-A (GB)
Title: Operating mechanism preferably for espagnolette
Inventor: SEARL ARTHUR NORMAN
IPC: E05C9/04
Filed: 1987-11-20
Abstract: The mechanism comprises a body member (13) with a slideway (15) and an operating member (14) also with a slideway (16) and mounted to the body member to move so as to change the transverse distance between the sideways. An assembly of sliders (22-30) connected by hinges (32) and links (31) is arranged in zig-zag configuration with adjacent sliders in opposite slideways so as to change its overall length when the slideways are moved, and operate, e.g. espagnolette bars (36, 37). The sliders, links and hinges preferably are provided by a one-piece plastics member. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2213387-A (GB)
Title: Closed circuit breathing apparatus
Inventor: KUGLER SIMON
IPC: A62B7/02
Filed: 1987-12-08
Abstract: Closed circuit breathing apparatus includes, in the path of exhaled gas, a carbon dioxide absorbent bed 20, which removes carbon dioxide from the exhaled gas, a drier 22 which dries the exhaled gas, and a simple form of cooler such as an extended flow passage 25, 26, 27, which allows heat exchange between the hot dry gas and the surrounding ambient atmosphere so that dry gas at an acceptable temperature is supplied to an inhale valve 18. The exhaled gas is re-charged with oxygen at 24 and a non-return valve 21 is preferably provided between the drier 22 and the carbon dioxide absorbent bed 20 to prevent dry gas back-streaming from the drier into the bed. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2202471-A (GB)
Title: Drill grinding
Inventor: BULLIVANT ROGER ALFRED
IPC: B23B47/28
Filed: 1988-02-18
Abstract: A framework for a drill assembly comprises a cylinder 20 provided with an outwardly directed flange 22 at its upper end adapted to provide a support for the drill shank during drilling. Three equispaced slots 24 are formed through the cylinder wall with their axes parallel to the axis of the cylinder. A drill guide 26 provided at the lower end of each slot 24, each guide comprising an upwardly concave inclined member fixed to the internal wall of the cylinder and projecting thereinto. The framework is inserted in a hole adjacent a wall to be drilled to enable downwardly angled holes to be made in the wall for reinforcing. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2220512-A (GB)
Title: Parking sensor
Inventor: HSU MICHAEL
IPC: B60Q1/48
Filed: 1988-07-07
Abstract: A parking sensor having a base 20 for attaching to a vehicle 23, a flexible probe 22 for contacting an impending obstruction 24, e.g. a kerb, a contact 34 for producing an electrical signal responsive to deflection of the probe, a lamp, buzzer, or other transducer for indicating the electrical signal and a filter for preventing operation of the transducer during spurious occurrences of the electrical signal. The electrical signal may be conveyed to the filter via a cable 40. Alternatively, a battery-powered radio transmitter on the base signals a receiver in the vehicle for driving the transducer, power to the transmitter being controlled by a limiter that can include the filter for preventing power drain except when the transmitter is to be activated. Separate front and rear transmitter units can operate on different signal frequencies for separately indicating front and rear contact with the obstruction. The receiver contains a motion detector which prevents power consumption by the receiver while the vehicle is stationary. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2214364-A (GB)
Title: Lamp holder for screw and bayonet lamps
Inventor: PUTNAM FRANK
IPC: H01R33/22
Filed: 1988-12-16
Abstract: An electric lamp holder comprises a socket (4) for receiving interchangably a screw cap (6a) or a bayonet cap (6b), the socket having side wall formations (20) for engagement with the screw thread of a lamp screw cap as well as formations (24) for engagement with the radial projections of a lamp bayonet cap. Side wall formation (20) is in the form of a spring contact. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2219540-A (GB)
Title: Torque wrench
Inventor: SNELLING NORMAN OLIVER
IPC: B25B23/159
Filed: 1989-05-24
Abstract: The torque wrench provides an indication (deformation) during operation, e.g. mounting an aerial, that a desired torque setting has been reached, thereby preventing damage of the aerial or the surface on which it is mounted. The wrench comprises a work-engaging portion 11 and a handle 12 having a weakened section 13 formed by providing slots 14, 15 therein. The point at which deformation occurs is determined by the length of each slot, the distance between slots, and the material used. When formed of plastic, the torque wrench provides a very inexpensive disposable tool. If an elastic material such as metal is used, however, the torque wrench may be used a number of times. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2224840-A (GB)
Title: Flowmeters working on the coriolis principle
Inventor: BACK-PEDERSEN ANDREAS
IPC: G01F1/84
Filed: 1989-08-25
Abstract: In a flowmeter working on the Coriolis principle, the two measuring-tube bight portions (213, 214) are formed by a single tube (R) bent several times. Tube holder means (227) are also provided for receiving a section (237) of the single tube passing through the tube holder means and connecting the two measuring-tube bight portions. The inlet- and outlet- connection tubes (215, 206) can also be formed by the single tube (R). For that purpose, there are provided tube holder means (226, 228) for receiving two sections (233, 341) of the single tube passing through the tube holder means (226, 228) and connection to the inlet- and outlet-connection tube sections. Alternatively, the inlet and outlet tubes may comprise separate resilient tubes, connected to the ends of the measuring-tube bight portions within the holding block 210. The holding blocks can be of two-part construction for assembly about the tubes. In order to increase isolation of the vibrating tube, more than one pair of inlet and outlet tubes may be provided, each pair being held by an additional block. …<IMAGE>…
Patent GB-2230667-A (GB)
Title: Programming TV, or VTR in CATV system
Inventor: KAWASAKI MASAHIKO
IPC: H04N7/16
Filed: 1989-10-31
Abstract: A CATV system permits time reservation of selected programs by the process of entering a program number at a terminal unit 3. From the head end 1 selected programs are transmitted via cable 2 to the terminal units 3. The transmissions include a timer start command located at the start of a program, and a timer end command located at the end of a program. The commands identify the program by a program number, and the start command also identifies the channel on which the program is transmitted. At a terminal unit, the received commands are compared with a desired program number entered at the terminal unit. If the program numbers match, the power is turned on and the channel is selected, for a start command, or the power is turned off, for an end command. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2231205-A (GB)
Title: Method of manufacturing circuit board for mounting electronic components
Inventor: TAKEYAMA TAKESHI
IPC: H01L23/498
Filed: 1990-01-10
Abstract: A circuit board for mounting electronic components, wherein a metal layer (11) united with a substrate layer (12) has a predetermined portion exposed, is manufactured by: … …  (1) arranging a mask (16) between the substrate layer (12) and the part of the metal layer (11) that is to become the exposed part, and thereafter uniting the substrate layer with the metal layer, e.g. by an adhesive layer; …  (2) projecting a laser beam LB onto that part of the substrate layer which surrounds the mask, to cut away the part of the substrate layer surrounding the mask; and …  (3) stripping off that part of the substrate layer which remains on the mask, together with the mask. … …<IMAGE>…
Patent GB-2230230-A (GB)
Title: Dispensing aggregate mailbatch postage calculated by reference to a postal rate chart.
Inventor: SANSONE RONALD P
IPC: G06Q40/00
Filed: 1990-05-18
Abstract: A device applicable for processing batch mail which eliminates the need for on-site inspection. A mail sender purchases postage value and stores the amount purchased in the memory of the accounting device. The mail sender processes batches of mail and reduces the amount of purchased postage value in the memory to account for the mail processed.
Patent GB-2235116-A (GB)
Title: Device and method for pursing a seine
Inventor: GOIS JOHN F
IPC: F16B45/04
Filed: 1990-07-16
Abstract: A purse ring for interconnecting a purse seine to a purse line 14 has a frame 24 with a roller 26 mounted across the frame. The roller permits rolling engagement with the purse line as the purse line is retrieved during seiner operations. The frame of the roller is formed with a canted cable release arm 38 which is pivotable out of the plane of the purse ring to facilitate insertion or withdrawal of the purse line. A crossbar 36 is also attached across the frame which forms an aperture for connecting the purse ring to a bridle line 18 or some other means of connection to the seine. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2234911-A (GB)
Title: Golf training aid/stimulator
Inventor: ASHTON JAMES TERENCE
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 1990-08-01
Abstract: The aid/simulator provides an improvement in known equipment to enable the user to simulate a range of shots he can expect during a round of golf. According to this invention, the aid/simulator comprises a base (1) providing a standing area (4) on which the user takes his stance in relation to a ball playing area (3) which is characterised by the base including a platform (2) adjustably mounted on said base so that it can be tilted to a position in relation to the ball the user wishes to practise or simulate, i.e. an uphill, or downhill lie and/or standing above, or below the ball, drive means (11, 12) being provided for tilting the platform to a selected position. Advantageously, two marked areas (14) are provided corresponding to the user's foot positions, and pressure responsive devices are provided for detecting the weight distribution between the respective feet, signals from which are fed during a golfing swing to comparator means, and thence to indicator means (17) for showing the percentage of bodyweight taken by each foot during a swing.
Patent GB-2235981-A (GB)
Title: Metal detecting apparatus and apparatus for testing metal detecting apparatus
Inventor: HANNAM CLIFFORD
IPC: G01V13/00
Filed: 1990-09-12
Abstract: Apparatus for testing metal detecting apparatus employs a test piece of representative metal which is passed through a section of the electromagnetic field of the metal detecting apparatus to record a response signal as if metal had been detected. The testing apparatus comprises the test piece (5) and a housing (3) for the test piece which extends through said section of the electromagnetic field and acts to guide the test piece along its path, said movement of the test piece causing distortion of the electromagnetic field and actuation of the detecting mechanism to give the required signal. Metal detecting apparatus may have the testing apparatus attached thereto or moulded integrally therewith.
Patent GB-2249490-A (GB)
Title: A liquid effluent filter system
Inventor: WRAITH PETER
IPC: B01D24/26
Filed: 1990-11-02
Abstract: A liquid effluent filter system comprises a vessel (10) having an overflow weir (11) and a filter (14) through which liquid must flow before reaching the weir (11). A flexible isolating flap (20) is anchored to the internal vessel wall (at 21) and has a chamber (22) capable of being inflated to elevate the flap (20) such that it rises up against the inner side of the filter (14) and, being impermeable, isolates the latter from the interior of the vessel. The zone (25) around filter (14) is then emptied and filter (14) is backwashed, used backwash liquid passing through normally closed outlet (24). Filter (14) may comprise buoyant polystyrene beads in a mesh sleeve or sack supported by rigid frame (17). Filter (14) and flap (20) may comprise separate sections spaced along weir (11) so that different sections of the filter may be backwashed in turn. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2238884-A (GB)
Title: Optical fibre cable connection having plastics discs
Inventor: KOCHSMEIER GUENTER
IPC: G02B6/38
Filed: 1990-12-05
Abstract: In a tension-resistant connection for optical fibre cables, a metal pipe 4 having a plurality of spaced-apart longitudinal slits 8 is pushed over the cut-back length of the sheaths 9 of the cable ends. Armouring fibres 3 are led out through the longitudinal slits 8 and lie stretched out on the metal pipe 4. A shrink tube 7, shrunk onto the sheaths 9 the metal pipe 4, fixes the armouring fibres 3 on the pipe surface 4. Optical fibres 2 are led over the course of the cut-back length helically in slits of plastics discs 6 seated on a central element 1 of e.g. glass reinforced plastic. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2242342-A (GB)
Title: Food material
Inventor: AREES SABAH
IPC: A23L35/00
Filed: 1991-03-26
Abstract: A food material is formed by mixing together, in proportions by volume, 37 to 43% of date syrup, 28 to 33% of sesame seed oil and 25 to 30% of glucose syrup. The later stages at least of the mixing taking place under significantly reduced pressure, to achieve a homogeneous mass. The product may be used for example as spreads, desserts, sweeteners or fillers in milk-like drinks and confectionary bars.
Patent GB-2244953-A (GB)
Title: Portable logging vice
Inventor: DIXON KENNETH GEORGE OSBORNE
IPC: B27B17/00
Filed: 1991-04-03
Abstract: A portable vice comprises members 1 and 2 and 3 and 4 which form two rigid Vs which in conjunction with a chain 9 tensioned by a lever 11 can securely hold a variety of workpieces while work is being done on them. A branch of a tree, for example, can be held at one end and cantilevered out from the vice so that many short logs can be cut from it without it being necessary to reposition the branch between cuts. The vice may be attached to a vertical surface such as, for example, a brick wall by screws or bolts passing through holes 15. It may also be attached to other upstanding structures such as trees or fence posts by the use of a bolted-on adaptor 18, 19, 20, 21. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2242964-A (GB)
Title: Cover assembly
Inventor: WATERS KEITH
IPC: G06F3/14
Filed: 1991-04-09
Abstract: A cover assembly comprises a body 10 and a captive lid 12 which may move axially of the body to allow venting of air, gas or liquid. The lid 12 includes a conical projection 15 with flutes 20 which, when venting is not occurring sits on the upper rim of the bore 14 in the body 10. The body and lid may be made of reinforced, moulded plastics material, and a metal bush 16 is provided with an internal screw-thread for attachment of the cover assembly to a vent pipe. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2255898-A (GB)
Title: Appliance for use in gardening and like tasks
Inventor: GREEN CEDRIC CHARLES
IPC: B65D25/28
Filed: 1991-04-11
Abstract: An appliance comprises a container (10) eg. a bucket, seed or weed tray and at least one handle (15, 16) disposed above the base (11) of the container (10) which is able to be held and leaned on by a person to provide a support when carrying out tasks such as gardening which require kneeling or bending, to work at ground level. The appliance may be used by the elderly and/or disabled. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2256353-A (GB)
Title: "growing orchids"
Inventor: JO-YU YEN
IPC: A01G27/06
Filed: 1991-06-07
Abstract: A container for growing orchids comprises an inner container 41 for holding the orchid 70 and having holes 43, 44 therein, the inner container sitting inside an outer container 12, the base of which has a hole 11 and a water reservoir 20, and a wick arrangement 32 hanging between the two containers with the ends 31 of the water in the water reservoir. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2245143-A (GB)
Title: Aloe leaf products and their preparation
Inventor: FUJITA KEISUKE
IPC: A61K36/886
Filed: 1991-06-12
Abstract: The leaves of a plant belonging to the genus Aloe of the family Liliaceae, are vacuum freeze dried to give a mass which may be granulated and tableted. The vacuum freeze-dried products maintain the inherent properties of living aloe and are useful as medicines or health foods.
Patent GB-2257374-A (GB)
Title: Rotary filter apparatus
Inventor: WRAITH PETER
IPC: B01D29/27
Filed: 1991-11-05
Abstract: A filter apparatus for an open-channel effluent stream comprises a frame (11) which is intermittently rotatable about an axis (13) above and transverse to the channel and carries three or more angularly spaced net-supporting radial frame members (14). By part-rotation of the frame an open-ended net (16) attached to one of the frame members is submerged with its open end receiving the whole stream, whilst another, previously submerged, net (20) is elevated to a position above the stream for detachment from the frame and disposal, and whilst another net (24) is made ready above the stream behind the submerged net. The filled nets are deposited into a tray (21) mounted on a movable trolley (22) and tipped into a disposal bag. A retrieval line (18) is used to elevate the base of a filled net such that it may be detached from its associated frame member (14). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2262103-A (GB)
Title: Surface treatment of a copper foil for printed circuit boards by electroplating and chromate treatment
Inventor: TAKAMI MASATO
IPC: C25D3/58
Filed: 1991-12-05
Abstract: A layer of copper-zinc or copper-zinc-nickel is formed by electrolysing at least a side of a copper foil in a manner of cathodic electrolysis in a bath of copper-zinc including copper ion, zinc ion, tartaric acid and alkali or further including nickel ion, and the foil is then given a chromate treatment. Foils having superior heat and chemical resistance are obtained without the use of a cyanide bath.
Patent GB-2252358-A (GB)
Title: Seat belt buckle
Inventor: SETO TOSHIAKI
IPC: A44B11/25
Filed: 1992-01-31
Abstract: A seat belt buckle is disclosed in which play between a buckle base 8 and a buckle button 18 caused by vibration during the operation of an automobile is prevented. The tips 32 of a pair of arm leaves 31 formed on the buckle button are elastically pressed against the outer surfaces of a pair of upright plates 10 on the buckle base to prevent lateral play between the buckle base and the buckle button, while vertical play is prevented by the elastic pressure from the tips 36 of another pair of arm leaves 33 against extensions 35 of the upright plates 10. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2270185-A (GB)
Title: Display device
Inventor: KEDZIERSKI RICHARD
IPC: B60R13/00
Filed: 1992-05-21
Abstract: A mounting member 12 is mounted on a rear window 20 on a vehicle by adhesion of the adhesive pad 17 to the window 20. Alternatively the mounting member can be mounted by suction on a portion of the bodywork of the vehicle, or mounted between window and window frame (Figure 4). The removable end-stop 14 is removed and the mast 11 is threaded through a sleeve of a pennant 21. The removable end-stop 14 is then replaced and the adjustable abutment collar 15 is moved along the length of the mast 11 until both it and the removable end-stop each abut an edge of the pennant 21. The pennant 21 is then securely attached to the vehicle and may therefore display a required message, advertisement or logo. To compensate for vehicles with differently angled sides, the angle at which the mast 11 makes with the mounting member 12 (and therefore with the vehicle window 20) is adjustable.
Patent GB-2269662-A (GB)
Title: Solar heating system.
Inventor: HUANG SHAO-CHIN
IPC: F24J2/52
Filed: 1992-08-14
Abstract: A solar heating system includes a flat-plate solar-collector unit to collect the radiant energy of the sun for heating a circulating flow of water delivered through a collector tube system, and a thermal-storage tank Fig 4 (not shown) to hold the water heated through the flat-plate solar-collector unit. The collector panel 14 of the flat-plate solar-collector unit is angle-adjustably fastened inside a housing 10 supported on a plurality of height-adjustable stands 13, Fig 3 (not shown). The thermal storage tank is insulated by an intermediate heat-insulating layer 24 and protected by an outer protective covering 25. The panel is held in pivoted positions by utilizing sets of locating holes 12 in each end of the frame. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2257971-A (GB)
Title: Isoquinoline diones and analogues thereof useful as intermediates
Inventor: MALAMAS MICHAEL SOTIRIOS
IPC: C07D471/10
Filed: 1992-10-02
Abstract: Compounds of formula (XXIV> <IMAGE> wherein one of Q<1> and Q<2> is CZNH2 or CN; the other one of Q<1> and Q<2> is -COOR<5> wherein COOR<5> is an ester group; Z is oxygen or sulphur; n is 1-3; R<1> and R<2> are independently hydrogen, alkyl containing 1 to 6 carbon atoms, halogen, lower alkoxy containing 1 to 6 carbon atoms, trifluoromethyl, lower alkylthio wherein lower alkyl contains 1 to 6 carbon atoms, dialkylamino wherein alkyl contains 1 to 6 carbon atoms, nitro, aryl, or aryl (lower alkyl) oxy wherein aryl contains 6 to 10 carbon atoms and lower alkyl contains 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R<3> is hydrogen, lower alkyl containing 1 to 6 carbon atoms, aryl, aryl (lower alkyl) or halogen substituted aryl (lower alkyl) wherein aryl contains 6 to 10 carbon atoms and lower alkyl contains 1 to 6 carbon atoms, acyl or heterocyclic (lower alkyl) of structural formula   <IMAGE> wherein R<4> is lower alkylene containing 1 to 3 carbon atoms; M and W are independently carbonyl, thiocarbonyl, sulfonyl or methylene with the proviso that when M is CH2, W is other than sulfonyl, are useful as intermediates in the production of pharmaceutically active compounds.
Patent GB-2260873-A (GB)
Title: Audio output selection in a multi-window display system
Inventor: OKAZAKI HIROSHI
IPC: H04N5/45
Filed: 1992-10-21
Abstract: Digital image signals and respective digital audio signals obtained from a plurality of external reproduction means 101 are synthesized 106 to give a multi-window display 108. The audio signal corresponding to one of the displayed images is selected 102 for reproduction when that display is indicated by pointing device 105. The audio signals corresponding to the other displayed images are not reproduced, and the choice of audio signal is under user control. <IMAGE>