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Patent GB-2471563-A (GB)
Title: Device for the application of a predefined axial load
Inventor: MINOLA PAOLO
IPC: B25B29/02
Filed: 2010-06-29
Abstract: The device for the application of a predefined axial load against a structural element 20 includes a substantially non-deformable control element 11 equipped with a base portion 12 and at least one hole 14 having an axis A for the passage of at least one cylindrical element 15 for the constraint of the device against the structural element. At least one orthogonal portion 13 perpendicular to the base has a buffer end 21 against the structural element. The device also includes an elastically deformable unit 16 associated with the base on the part of the orthogonal portion and which, at operating and rest temperature, has such a development as to exceed for a predefined length (H, figure 1) the buffer end. The elastically deformable unit is compressible starting from the rest configuration up to a configuration aligned with the buffer end so as to apply a predefined load in the direction of the axis A in relation to the compression (H) and elasticity at the operating temperature of the elastically deformable unit. The device may further be used in a structural tightening unit.
Patent GB-2482002-A (GB)
Title: Chassis with rigid member for wheel contact in crash
Inventor: MURRAY IAN GORDON
IPC: B62D21/00
Filed: 2010-07-14
Abstract: A chassis 10 for a vehicle has a locally narrower portion 18 within which Is mounted a wheel 20, and a rigid member 28 extending from the chassis 10 toward the quiescent position of the wheel 20 and having a plate 34 spaced from the tyre 24. Under an Impact, the wheel 20 Itself will be crushed against the rigid member 28, absorbing some of the impact energy. The impact energy can also be transmitted via the rigid member 28 to the remainder of the chassis 20, providing a load path to major mass concentrations elsewhere in the vehicle and allowing energy to be dissipated by the deformation of other structures elsewhere. This can then limit frontal damage to the vehicle and hence reduce the risk of Intrusions into the passenger cell. The rigid member can be a column 28 extending towards the wheel ending with a flat plate 34. It preferably extends from a point on the chassis 20 outside the locally narrower portion. Oriented in this direction, the rigid member is more able to transfer the impact forces from the crushing wheel to the remainder of the chassis 20.
Patent GB-2473527-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulically powered fishing tool and method.
Inventor: BRADDICK BRITT O
IPC: E21B23/04
Filed: 2010-07-23
Abstract: A hydraulically powered fishing tool is provided for retrieving another tool or tubular stuck in a well. A tool housing 22 is supported in a well on a work string. The housing encloses a plurality of pistons 16, 28, 34 which generate a cumulative axial force. The pistons are movable in response to pressurized fluid transmitted through the work string. Anchor 52 axially fixes the position of the tool in the well. Tool mandrel (40, fig 3) is axially movable relative to tool housing when the anchor is set. Fishing device (82, figure 5) engages the trapped tool or tubular. Axial movement of the mandrel in response to the plurality of pistons dislodges the stuck tool or tubular. The anchor may be a slip assembly. The axial force from the pistons may act on the anchor and tool mandrel.
Patent GB-2476014-A (GB)
Title: Method for preparing abrasive waterjet mixing tubes
Inventor: STARK ROGER M
IPC: B21K21/08
Filed: 2009-10-05
Abstract: A method for making an AWJ mixing tube having a longitudinal bore coated with an abrasion-resistant material, such as diamond. Two blocks having mating longitudinal sides are fastened together prior to machining the longitudinal bore along the junction of their mating surfaces. The blocks are separated and the complementary portions of the longitudinal bore are coated with an abrasion-resistant material. The two blocks are then joined together with the complementary portions of the longitudinal bore aligned to form the longitudinal bore.
Patent GB-2481094-A (GB)
Title: 3D display with automatic switching between 2D and 3D display modes
Inventor: BICKERSTAFF IAN
IPC: H04N13/00
Filed: 2010-06-03
Abstract: A stereoscopic display 10 capable of automatically switching between 2D and 3D image modes in dependence upon the detection of whether 3D glasses 215 are being used to view the display screen. A camera 125 may capture images 300 of the viewer and use image processing, such as the relative position between the 3D spectacles and the viewer, to detect if the eyewear is being worn by the viewer. A preset degree of hysteresis may be used when switching between modes. The image brightness may be compressed when switching modes to overcome the light attenuation of the glasses. The display may communicate bi-directionally with the viewing glasses with query and confirmation signals sent between devices. The glasses may comprise pupil detecting means to detect the direction of the eye, and adjust the passage of light through the rest of the lens. In 3D mode, active shutter or polarised glasses may be used to view the stereo pair of images.
Patent GB-2492372-A (GB)
Title: Building pressurisation or depressurisation apparatus for ventilating a building based upon the position of a door or window
Inventor: ROYLE DAVID JOHN
IPC: E05F7/00
Filed: 2011-06-30
Abstract: The apparatus comprises a sensing means for detecting the position of a door or window in a building and a controller for regulating air leakage in an escape route of the building based upon the detected position of the door or window. The sensing means may detect the angular or linear displacement of a door or window relative to its frame. The sensing means may comprise an optical sensor having a light emitter arranged to emit visible, infra-red or laser light towards the door and a light detector to receive the light reflected back from the door. The sensing means may comprise a potentiometer, Gill Blade sensor, Magnetopot sensor, Softpot sensor or rotary encoder. The apparatus may control air pressure within the escape route using one or more ventilation fans so as to inhibit the entry of smoke into the escape route during a fire. The escape route may be a stairwell, lobby, corridor or fire fighting stairway. The apparatus may be arranged to control the velocity of escaping gas, air or smoke across the face of a door in a burning building so that it is at least 2 ms-1 on fire doors and ground floor doors.
Patent GB-2493781-A (GB)
Title: Wireless communication system and method
Inventor: SPEIGHT TIMOTHY JAMES
IPC: H04B17/40
Filed: 2011-08-19
Abstract: A wireless communications system is described which comprises a base 7 station, a relay device 8. and a terminal device 9. The terminal device is operable to transmit a message to the base station via the relay device. The relay device is operable to add a relay header to the message received from the terminal device, the relay header comprising control information for controlling the transmission of subsequent messages from the terminal device to the relay device. The relay device is also operable to relay the message having the relay header added to the base station. A problem with uplink-only relaying is that the relay device cannot feed back control information to the terminal device to support efficient future transmissions over the air interface between the terminal device and the relay device. However, by adding such control information to messages being relayed from the terminal device to the base station on the uplink, subsequent downlink communications from the base station to the terminal device can include the control information generated at the relay device (or transmission parameters derived from the control information).
Patent GB-2493569-A (GB)
Title: Filter basket with a convex portion
Inventor: STEVENSON DERYCK
IPC: B01D29/13
Filed: 2011-08-26
Abstract: A filter basket (or strainer basket) comprises a convex portion 3 which traverses the full height of the basket 2. The convex portion may be stepped away from the outlet pipe allowing a larger area of the basket to act as a filter/strainer. The basket may be of unitary non-metallic (e.g. plastic) construction; it may comprise a biocide material to combat algae, fungal and biomaterial build-up. For example, a device comprises inlet pipe 4, outlet pipe 5, filter basket 2, filter basket holder 1 and convex tube filter / strainer 3. The device may be used as an inline filter / strainer for fluid pumps; it may be less prone to blockages due to the enhanced surface area of the convex filter portion.
Patent GB-2494161-A (GB)
Title: Mounting display screen to vehicle body.
Inventor: BARRON PETER
IPC: B60R11/02
Filed: 2011-09-01
Abstract: An apparatus for mounting one or more display screens 15 on the exterior of a vehicle body comprises at least one interior mounting frame (30, Fig. 4), a screen mounting panel 20 for carrying a display screen, and a sealing member. The interior mounting frame is fixed to the interior of the vehicle body, the screen mounting panel is fixed to the interior mounting frame, and the sealing member is secured between the screen mounting panel and the outer vehicle body. A moulding 25 is preferably provided around the periphery of the screen mounting panel and the moulding preferably provides a mounting for a transparent cover. The display screen is preferably an LCD, OLED, plasma or other suitable flat panel display.
Patent GB-2496444-A (GB)
Title: Winch having hand and motor operation.
Inventor: FALCONER OLIVER PETER GREGORY
IPC: B66D1/14
Filed: 2011-11-11
Abstract: A winch comprises a support 102 for mounting the winch with respect to a sailboat, a winch drum 202 rotatable with respect to the support, a ring gear 108 fixed with respect to the winch drum, a main drive gear G2 meshing with the ring gear for driving rotation of the winch drum, a manual drive spindle 300 and a motor gear shaft 114. The winch is capable of manual operation for forward winding of the winch drum in a first gearing ratio and in a second gearing ratio, the first and second gearing ratios being selected depending on the direction of rotation of the manual drive spindle 300 by first and second gear trains. A third unidirectional drive means 122, 124, R3 is linked to the motor gear shaft, wherein the winch is capable of motorised operation in which the winch drum is operatively linked to the motor gear shaft via the third unidirectional drive means and via at least part of the first or second gear train. Rotation of the third unidirectional drive means by the motor gear shaft 114 in one direction drives the main drive gear G2 and causes forward winding of the winch drum 202. Rotation of the unidirectional drive means 122, 124, R3 by the motor gear shaft in the opposite direction allows reverse winding of the winch drum 202.
Patent GB-2498706-A (GB)
Title: Finding a transmission opportunity window in a wireless mesh network with fairness provision
Inventor: PANTELIDOU ANNA
IPC: H04W74/08
Filed: 2012-01-13
Abstract: A fairness metric is obtained (101) during a mesh profile negotiation performed in order for a wireless station to join a wireless mesh network. Predetermined mesh transmission parameters of the wireless station are sent (102) to previously joined wireless stations in a predetermined neighbourhood of the wireless station. Respective predetermined mesh transmission parameters are received from the previously joined wireless stations (102). In response to a first predetermined event, a transmission opportunity window is determined for the wireless station based on the obtained fairness metric, the predetermined mesh transmission parameters of the wireless station, and the predetermined mesh transmission parameters of the previously joined wireless stations (103).
Patent GB-2499432-A (GB)
Title: Website promotion
Inventor: TREVELYAN ROBERT
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2012-02-16
Abstract: A processor engine for improving at least one identified website's profile (e.g. a websites position on at least one internet search engines page ranking) comprises at least one processor arranged to: select and load at least one target list comprising at least one website whose profile is to be improved; create 420 an Internet connection; and open a web browser and access at least one website from the loaded at least one target list. The at least one processor is further arranged to: navigate automatically through each of the at least one accessed website for a period of time; close the web browser and the anonymous Internet connection; and repeat a number of times the open, navigate automatically and close at least one from a group comprising the same website, a different website from the target list and close of the web browser. The processor may be arranged to read a search term list (e.g. a user defined search term, a word, a phrase, a company name, a persons name).
Patent GB-2500200-A (GB)
Title: Cutting apparatus having a blade mounted via a moveable joint
Inventor: MURPHY JOHN
IPC: A01D34/73
Filed: 2012-03-12
Abstract: A cutting apparatus comprises a blade mounting arrangement 4 and a blade 3, 23 mounted moveably or pivotally on the arrangement via a moveable joint 2. The joint is adapted so that at least part of the blade is movable backwards relative to its direction of rotation and moveable in a non-parallel relationship relative to a main plane of rotation of the blade carrying arrangement. This enables the blade to pivot out of the way of an obstruction. The blade maybe cranked and attached to an inclined surface of the blade mounting means. The blade maybe substantially horizontal in use. The cutting apparatus may have a protection means 22 which is adapted for receiving the blade and extends to the moveable joint. The cutting apparatus maybe for use in a lawnmower or mower.
Patent GB-2500414-A (GB)
Title: Horse rug with belly portion
Inventor: RENDALL ELIZABETH JANE
IPC: A01K13/00
Filed: 2012-03-21
Abstract: A horse rug providing extensive coverage of a horses belly region comprises a belly cover 3 attached to the inner surface of the main body of the rug 2. The belly cover may be partly or wholly detachable from the main body .using adjustable attachment fixings 4. The rug may or may not have a neck cover 5 and this may or may not be detachable.
Patent GB-2500893-A (GB)
Title: Spirometer and spirometer mouthpiece / breathing tube
Inventor: LAWSON CHRISTOPHER PATRICK
IPC: A61B5/09
Filed: 2012-04-03
Abstract: A turbine spirometer 1 comprises a breathing tube 13 into which a subject is to breath and a vane 9 to be driven by the subject's breath. The breathing tube 13 has a first axis A-A at its opening 21 in the direction of air flow and the vane 9 rotates about a second axis B-B, 11. The first A-A and second B-B axes are inclined to one another at angle of around 100 degrees such that in use the axis of rotation B-B is substantially vertical. A separate independent claim claims the spirometer mouthpiece / breathing tube having a first opening adapted for a subject to blow through and a second opening adapted for connection to a spirometer, wherein the direction of airflow at the first opening is inclined relative to the direction of airflow at the second opening.
Patent GB-2491000-A (GB)
Title: Audio system and method using adaptive intelligence to distinguish information content of audio signals and to control signal processing function
Inventor: CHAPMAN KEITH L
IPC: G10H1/02
Filed: 2012-04-19
Abstract: An audio system comprising a signal processor coupled for receiving an audio signal from a musical instrument or vocals, wherein dynamic content of the audio signal controls operation of the signal processor. A time domain processor receives the audio signal and generates time domain parameters of the audio signal. A frequency domain processor receives the audio signal and generates frequency domain parameters of the audio signal. The audio signal is sampled and the time domain processor and frequency domain processor operate on a plurality of frames of the sampled audio signal. The time domain processor detects onset of a note of the sampled audio signal. A signature database has signature records each having time domain parameters and frequency domain parameters and control parameters. A recognition detector matches the time domain parameters and frequency domain parameters of the audio signal to a signature record of the signature database. The control parameters of the matching signature record control operation of the signal processor.
Patent GB-2502085-A (GB)
Title: Carbon capture by metal catalysed hydration of carbon dioxide
Inventor: SILLER LIDIJA
IPC: C01B32/50
Filed: 2012-05-15
Abstract: The use of a solid metal as a catalyst for the hydration of carbon dioxide, wherein the solid metal catalyst is selected from cobalt, nickel, copper, and zinc. Preferably, the solid metal is nickel. The solid metal may be in the form of particles, wires or fibres; or nanoparticles, nanowires, or nanofibres. The solid metal may be immobilized on a solid support, preferably an oxide. A method of capturing carbon dioxide comprises reacting carbon dioxide with water in the presence of solid metal catalyst as previously defined. A method of producing calcium carbonate comprises reacting carbon dioxide with water in the presence of a solid metal catalyst as previously defined, and adding a base and an M2+ solution to the product of the reaction between carbon dioxide and water where M is selected from calcium and magnesium or a mixture of the two. Apparatus for capturing carbon dioxide comprising a hydration tank containing a liquid comprising water and a solid metal as previously defined in contact with the liquid, and a means for bubbling carbon dioxide through the liquid. Also claimed is calcium carbonate containing detectable amounts of nickel particles.
Patent GB-2492624-A (GB)
Title: Selection of registration strategy for a mobile terminal
Inventor: WEBB WILLIAM
IPC: H04W4/70
Filed: 2012-05-28
Abstract: When a mobile terminal enters a new cell, it typically registers with a base station to allow a mobile network to be aware of where to find the terminal if required. For mobile terminals that move frequently between cells but transmit little data (e.g. Machine-to-Machine M2M type devices) this can result in high processing overheads. A network controller has multiple registration strategies available to it that set out when the terminal has to register with a base station on moving into a geographical area associated with that base station. The network controller is configured to select a registration strategy for a terminal from the multiple registration strategies available to it. The strategies may be, for example, registering with the base stations only if terminal has data to communicate, a predetermined time has elapsed, there is sufficient network capacity or signal level.
Patent GB-2503655-A (GB)
Title: Secure storage and deletion of objects
Inventor: CACHIN CHRISTIAN
IPC: G06F21/62
Filed: 2012-06-28
Abstract: The invention relates to a computer-implemented method for storing an object that comprises providing (S10) an object, an ordering vector of the object, the ordering vector being associated to a lexicographic order having at least one dimension, and base keys associated to each dimension of the lexicographic order. The method also comprises deriving (S20) a key by firstly retrieving (S210) the base key associated to the first dimension of the lexicographic order for which the ordering vector has a value different from the smallest value, and, lastly applying (S240) a one way function a number of times corresponding to the value of the vector for the first dimension for which the ordering vector has a different value from the smallest value, or a number of times corresponding to the value of the vector for the last dimension of the order. The method then comprises encrypting (S30) the object with the key, and storing (S40) the object as encrypted. Such a system improves the secure deletion of objects stored on a storage system of a computerized system and, in particular, provides for a reduction in the number of keys that need to be stored.
Patent GB-2507945-A (GB)
Title: Elongate member for a heating rack
Inventor: MOORE JEFFREY ALEXANDER
IPC: A47J37/06
Filed: 2012-08-30
Abstract: An elongate member 1 has a support structure on which, in use, an object to be heated is placed to be exposed directly to a heat source beneath. The elongate member 1 includes a trough 5, 7 disposed beneath the support surface for receiving and directing exudate from the object to one or both ends of the trough 5, 7. The width of the trough 5, 7 is less than the width of the support surface and the trough 5, 7 lies within the lateral extent of the support surface. Also disclosed is a heating rack comprising a plurality of laterally spaced elongate members and also a heating rack assembly which may include a reservoir wherein liquid may be directed from the or each end of the elongate embers into a channel and then into the reservoir.
Patent GB-2509888-A (GB)
Title: A method and apparatus for forming a magnetic film on a substrate
Inventor: BINNS CHRISTOPHER ROBIN
IPC: B82Y25/00
Filed: 2012-09-17
Abstract: A method of forming a magnetic structure on a substrate 44 by depositing a matrix material onto a substrate and depositing magnetic particles onto the matrix as it forms where each magnetic particle comprises a core at least partially covered with a layer of metal. Apparatus for performing the method comprises an atomic beam of matrix material (e.g. generated by sputtering an evaporator such as an MBE source 32) and a beam of magnetic particles from a cluster source 34 such as a gas aggregation source. The magnetic particles are passed through at least one thermal evaporator 36 & 38 to apply the metal coating. The particles are then passed through a venturi 40 by which they are accelerated towards the substrate 44
Patent GB-2506156-A (GB)
Title: Waste disposal drain insert for domestic animal waste
Inventor: PRENDERGAST JOHN
IPC: A01K1/01
Filed: 2012-09-21
Abstract: An insert 1 for a sewage entry point 3 comprises a rigid cistern or basin comprising an outer section 6, an inner section 7 and a base section 8. The inner section has a splayed funnel shape wherein the neck of the funnel extends into a bowl shaped container 10 on the base of the basin/cistern. The splayed portion of the funnel shaped inner section extends upwardly and outwardly toward the outer edges of the outer section. The insert comprises an opening between the inner and outer sections of the cistern or basin. The insert may be connected to a mains water supply (30 figure 8) to fill a reservoir formed between the inner and outer sections and may also have a ball cock type mechanism (31 figure 8) to control water into the reservoir. A later embodiment relates to a method of disposing domestic pet waste in a sewage collection system.
Patent GB-2492034-A (GB)
Title: Genset fuel transfer system and method
Inventor: SCHROEDER EDWARD M
IPC: F02B63/04
Filed: 2011-03-25
Abstract: An electric generator set fuel control system is disclosed. The fuel control system includes an electric generator, a prime mover mechanically coupled to the generator, a first fuel tank, a fuel level sensor configured to generate a fuel level signal indicative of a fuel level in the first fuel tank, a fuel loading operator input device configured to generate a fuel loading signal, a fueling mode operator input device configured to generate a fueling mode signal, and a control module. The first fuel tank is configured to supply fuel to the prime mover, and selectively receive or supply fuel to a second fuel tank through a fuel pump. The control module is configured to generate a fuel transfer signal as a function of the fuel loading signal, the fueling mode signal, and the fuel level signal.