Masters
Amelia Masters, Artarmon AU
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| 20150116499 | COMPUTER IMPLEMENTED SYSTEMS FRAMEWORKS AND METHODS CONFIGURED FOR ENABLING REVIEW OF INCIDENT DATA - A DVM system is configured to include an incident trigger, which is actuated either manually or automatically in response to an “incident. In response to the actuation of the trigger, an incident identifier is defined. During the period of actuation, a plurality of recordings is automatically made, based on an incident recording protocol. These recordings are all associated with the incident identifier. The automation allows an operator to, at the time of the incident, focus on factors other than ensuring important video evidence is being recorded (such as following a subject through a building by looking at various cameras). The association streamlines subsequent review of an incident, as recordings relevant to the incident are commonly identifiable based on the incident identifier. | 04-30-2015 |
Amelia Masters, Mangerton AU
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| 20140192192 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING VIDEO DATA - Described herein are systems and methods for managing video data. Embodiments are described by reference to a Digital Video Management (DVM) system, for example in terms of methods for providing incident-centric recording in a DVM system. In overview, a DVM system is configured to include an incident trigger, which is actuated either manually or automatically in response to an “incident”. In the case of manual actuation, the definition of an incident may be subjectively determined by an operator (for example based on training and/or protocols). In the case of automatic actuation, an incident is defined by predefined criteria (for example a signal from analytics software, and alarm, or the like). In response to the actuation of the trigger, an incident identifier is defined. During the period of actuation, a plurality of recordings is automatically made, based on an incident recording protocol. These recordings are all associated with the incident identifier. The automation allows an operator to, at the time of the incident, focus on factors other than ensuring important video evidence is being recorded (such as following a subject through a building by looking at various cameras). The association streamlines subsequent review of an incident, as recordings relevant to the incident are commonly identifiable based on the incident identifier. | 07-10-2014 |
Amy Masters, Artarmon Nsw AU
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| 20120092510 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING VIDEO DATA - Described herein are systems and methods for managing video data. In overview, various embodiments provide software, hardware and methodologies associated with the management of video data. In overview, a distributed DVM system includes a plurality of discrete DVM systems, which may be geographically or notionally distributed. Each discrete DVM system includes a respective central DVM database server thereby to provide autonomy to the discrete system. This server supports one or more camera servers, these camera servers in turn each being configured to make available live video data from one or more cameras. Each system additionally includes one or more clients, which provide a user interface for displaying video data (such as video data from one of the cameras). The discrete DVM systems are primarily linked by way of a centralized database server/database server communications interface. However, the clients are configured to connect directly to camera servers belonging to their local DVM system or a remote DVM system in the distributed architecture. | 04-19-2012 |
Andrew Graham Masters, Ruislip GB
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| 20160023227 | Liquid Refilling System and Devices - The disclosure relates to a liquid refilling system ( | 01-28-2016 |
| 20160023228 | Methods, Devices and Systems for Refilling a Liquid Dispenser - The present disclosure relates to a liquid refilling system ( | 01-28-2016 |
Anthony Frederick Masters, New South Wales AU
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| 20100204419 | POLYMERISATION METHOD - Disclosed herein is a method of forming a polymer, wherein the polymer is formed by a radical polymerisation reaction initiated by a solid oxide compound. | 08-12-2010 |
Anthony Frederick Masters, Glebe AU
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| 20100081849 | REACTION SYSTEM - The invention provides a reaction system comprising: a first reaction promoter capable of converting a first substrate into a first substance; and a plurality of microcapsules, each of said microcapsules comprising a second reaction promoter encapsulated within an encapsulant, said second reaction promoter being capable of converting a second substrate into a second substance. The second substrate is capable of passing through the encapsulant to contact the second reaction promoter and the second substance is capable of passing out of the microcapsules through the encapsulant. In the reaction system, either (a) the first substance is, or is capable of being converted into, the second substrate and, in operation, the conversion of the second substrate by the second reaction promoter occurs to a greater extent than the conversion of the first substrate by the second reaction promoter and the conversion of the second substance by the first reaction promoter is low, or (b) the second substance is, or is capable of being converted into, the first substrate and, in operation, the conversion of the first substrate by the first reaction promoter occurs to a greater extent than the conversion of the second substrate by the first reaction promoter and the conversion of the first substance in the microcapsules is low. | 04-01-2010 |
Brock E. Masters, Toronto CA
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| 20120232506 | CONVEX BARRIER RING - A convex barrier ring, that includes a generally oval shaped body and tapered peripheral end portions, is provided. In use, the convex barrier ring is sealed against peristomal skin surfaces such that the tapered peripheral end portions are aligned with folds or creases in the skin surfaces to reduce leakage of stomal effluent. The convex barrier can also have an oval stoma-receiving aperture to provide an improved fit for oval or loop stomas. | 09-13-2012 |
Brock Edward Masters, Toronto CA
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| 20120059341 | ADAPTIVE FLOATING FLANGE FOR OSTOMY APPLIANCE - An adaptive ostomy appliance includes a collection pouch, a first coupling ring attached to the collection pouch, and a faceplate having a second coupling ring assembly connected to it by a thermoplastic web. The coupling rings couple the faceplate to the pouch. A securing member releaseably, operably couples the second coupling ring with the front surface of the faceplate. | 03-08-2012 |
Colin Louis Masters, Victoria AU
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| 20100144693 | METHOD OF TREATMENT OF AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD) - The present invention relates generally to the field of treatment and prophylaxis of retinal degenerative diseases. More particularly, the present invention contemplates a method for preventing, reducing the risk of development of, or otherwise treating or ameliorating the symptoms of, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or related retinal conditions in mammals and in particular humans. The present invention further provides therapeutic compositions enabling dose-dependent or dose-specific administration of agents useful in the treatment and prophylaxis of age-related macular degeneration or related retinal degenerative conditions. | 06-10-2010 |
| 20110071167 | METHOD OF TREATMENT OF AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION (AMD) - The present invention relates generally to the field of treatment and prophylaxis of retinal degenerative diseases. More particularly, the present invention contemplates a method for preventing, reducing the risk of development of, or otherwise treating or ameliorating the symptoms of, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or related retinal conditions in mammals and in particular humans. The present invention further provides therapeutic compositions enabling dose-dependent or dose-specific administration of agents useful in the treatment and prophylaxis of age-related macular degeneration or related retinal degenerative conditions. | 03-24-2011 |
Craig Masters, Petrie AU
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| 20090000688 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR FORMING A CABLE MEDIA - A method for forming a cabling media includes providing a wire pair including first and second conductor members. Each of the first and second conductor members includes a respective conductor and a respective insulation cover surrounding the conductor thereof. The first and second conductor members are twisted about one another to form a twisted wire pair having a twist length that purposefully varies along a length of the twisted wire pair. The method may include: imparting a purposefully varied pretwist to the wire pair using a wire pair twist modulator; and imparting additional twist to the wire pair using a wire pair twisting device downstream of the wire pair twist modulator. | 01-01-2009 |
Edward R. Masters, Brighton, MI US
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| 20150377205 | INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND VEHICLE - An internal combustion engine includes a cylinder block defining a combustion chamber therein, and a cylinder head mated to the cylinder block such that the cylinder head covers the combustion chamber. The internal combustion engine also includes a fuel nozzle configured for injecting a fuel into the combustion chamber and a plasma igniter configured for ejecting a plasma into the combustion chamber to ignite the fuel. The plasma igniter extends through the cylinder head and protrudes into the combustion chamber. The internal combustion engine further includes a dielectric coating disposed on the cylinder head. A vehicle including the internal combustion engine is also disclosed. | 12-31-2015 |
Gavin N. Masters, Tsing Yi CN
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| 20090124150 | BONDING OF HEAT-ACTIVATED FILMS INCLUDING A PLASTICIZER - Articles including a polymer film, a plasticizer and a substrate are included. A method of bonding the film to the substrate includes the use of the plasticizer which provides a durable bond by using a lower temperatures and shorter bonding times than would be required in the absence of the plasticizer. | 05-14-2009 |
Ian Masters, Swansea GB
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| 20090302611 | Turbine - The present invention relates to a marine turbine and variety of aspects relative thereto. Renewal energy systems have recently been understood to be a necessary energy source, and tidal power is a particularly useful source as it is generally not visible and has a limited ecological impact. The present invention relates to a system for converting the kinetic energy of flowing fluid into electrical energy comprising a turbine having a low speed electricity generator and a braking means for controlling the speed of rotation of the shaft. The present invention also extends to a nacelle for housing a number of components of a turbine wherein the nacelle has cover for selectively opening and closing the aperture to the nacelle in order to provide a substantially watertight seal therebetween. The invention also extends to an apparatus for converting energy of a flowing fluid into electrical energy comprising a nacelle having a turbine therein and a lifting means providing a lifting means providing a load flow path between the lifting point, the nacelle and the turbine. A further advantage of the present invention is the ability to easily locate and remove new marine turbine from a useable location. There is therefore provided a turbine and support fixing to the ground, the turbine and support comprising complimentary male and female engaging portions such that when the turbine is lowered onto the support, the male and female portions contact therefore providing an operational engagement therebetween. | 12-10-2009 |
| 20110198853 | Marine Turbine - The present invention relates to a turbine for location of fluid flow. Aspects of the present invention aim to overcome the problems associated with complex marine turbines and provide a simple, robust and economic design. The blades may be located downstream of the turbine body and means are provided to enable relative rotational movement between the support and the turbine such that the turbine aligns with the fluid flow and at least one bearing is configured to be in contact with the fluid. There may also be provided an electrical connection means that comprises a first connection element for rotation with the turbine and a second element connection arranged to be non-rotating and be connected to the cable to a remote location. There may also be provided a support arranged to be fixedly connected to the ground in fluid flow, wherein the support comprises an elongate member having a top end and a bottom end, the portion of the support adjacent the top end having a reduced cross sectional area to the bottom end. There may also be a generator for a marine turbine comprising a rotor arrangement and stator arrangement wherein the generator is flooded with fluid in which the marine turbine is immersed. Additionally or alternatively, the rotor and/or the stator is provided with a matrix, layer and/or coating to provide a fluid sealing function. There may also be provided an axial load bearing assembly including a braking means arranged to control rotation of the shaft. | 08-18-2011 |
Jonathan Masters, Birmingham GB
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| 20140338759 | FUEL PUMPING UNIT - A fuel pumping unit has a low pressure pump, a high pressure pump, and a drive input which drives the low and high pressure pumps. The low pressure pump supplies, in use, fuel at a boosted pressure to the high pressure pump. The fuel pumping unit further has a low pressure housing containing the low pressure pump, and a high pressure housing containing the high pressure pump. The housings are joined together at a housing interface. The drive input is contained in one of the housings, whereby drive from the drive input is transferred across the interface to the pump in the other housing. The housing interface includes a gap which interposes between the high pressure pump and the low pressure pump. A layer of substantially stagnant fuel is trapped, in use, in the gap to reduce heat transfer from the high pressure pump to the low pressure pump. | 11-20-2014 |
Jonathan Charles Masters, Hong Kong HK
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| 20090056761 | APPARATUS FOR MAINTAINING A CLEAN BONDING ENVIROMENT - A bonding apparatus for bonding materials onto a substrate supported on a substrate support is provided with an air generator that is arranged and configured to direct an air flow onto the substrate during bonding. The air generator is located on one side of the substrate support, whereas a suction device is located on an opposite side of the substrate support which is operative to draw the air flow away from the bonding apparatus. The air generator further comprises an air knife that is operative to generate a unidirectional air flow over an entire length of the substrate during bonding. | 03-05-2009 |
Jordan John Masters, Schafhof DE
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| 20100178578 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTING A FUEL CELL ANODE GAS COMPOSITION - In at least one embodiment, a purge system for a fuel cell stack is provided. The system comprises a blower, a differential pressure sensor and a purge valve. The blower delivers a recirculated gas back to the stack at varying electrical power levels and blower speeds. The differential pressure sensor senses pressure of the recirculated gas across the blower. The purge valve purges the recirculated gas based on at least one of a blower power level, a blower speed, and the pressure of the recirculated gas. | 07-15-2010 |
| 20130022886 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTING A FUEL CELL ANODE GAS COMPOSITION - In at least one embodiment, a purge system for a fuel cell stack is provided. The system comprises a blower, a differential pressure sensor and a purge valve. The blower delivers a recirculated gas back to the stack at varying electrical power levels and blower speeds. The differential pressure sensor senses pressure of the recirculated gas across the blower. The purge valve purges the recirculated gas based on at least one of a blower power level, a blower speed, and the pressure of the recirculated gas. | 01-24-2013 |
Karen Alexandra Masters, Hertfordshire GB
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| 20080236718 | Stain-Resistant Flooring Material - The present invention provides a flooring material including a base portion, a coating portion being positioned in contact with an upper surface of the base portion and creating an upper surface of the flooring material, wherein the coating portion is substantially free from contaminants from the base portion which decrease the stain resistance of the coating portion and wherein the coating portion includes a first particulate material which at least partially penetrates the base portion and is proud from the upper surface of the flooring material. | 10-02-2008 |
Kye-Simeon Masters, Antwerp BE
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| 20090084732 | Liquid Desiccant Device - A liquid desiccation device is disclosed. The device removes traces of water from substantially non-aqueous liquids in a simple and expedient manner. It comprises a porous container which allows water in to bind with a desiccant contained within, and contains that desiccant so that it may be removed piecemeal once the drying process is complete. | 04-02-2009 |
Mark Edward Masters, Little River, SC US
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| 20150197883 | LINT FILTER APPARATUS - A lint filter apparatus is provided. The lint filter apparatus includes a chute with an intake passage and an output passage. The intake passage may be connected with an input duct of a dryer and the output passage may be connected with an exhaust duct. A filter system may be connected to the chute. The filter system may include a filter receiver that extends through an internal portion of the chute. A filter may be removably insertable into the filter receiver, thereby covering the internal portion of the chute. | 07-16-2015 |
Nigel Francis Masters, Romford GB
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| 20110244156 | HIGH FUNCTIONALITY POLYESTERS AND COATINGS COMPRISING THE SAME - A polyester prepared by free radical polymerization of an unsaturated polyester prepolymer, wherein the polymerization occurs primarily by reaction of the unsaturation of said prepolymer is disclosed. Coatings comprising the same are also disclosed, as are substrates coated at least in part with such coating. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20110244157 | BRANCHED POLYESTER POLYMERS AND COATINGS COMPRISING THE SAME - A polyester prepared by free radical polymerization of an unsaturated polyester prepolymer, wherein the polymerization occurs primarily by reaction of the unsaturation is disclosed. Coatings comprising the same are also disclosed, as are substrates coated at least in part with such coatings. | 10-06-2011 |
| 20150344732 | A Coating Composition - A coating composition comprising a resin material comprising polyester imide polymer one or more titanate material; and one or more OH reactive cross linking material. | 12-03-2015 |
Oliver Masters, Glastonbury GB
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| 20140360327 | BEVERAGE PREPARATION MACHINE - A clamping mechanism for a beverage preparation machine is provided comprising: a support; a holder for a beverage cartridge; and a clamp. The holder capable of being coupled to and decoupled from the support. Wherein the holder is rotatable about a first axis of the clamping mechanism between: i) a first position, in which the holder is able to be coupled to or decoupled from the support and the holder and clamp are relatively spaced apart in the direction of the first axis; and ii) a second position in which the holder is retained to the support and the holder and clamp are relatively close to one another in the direction of the first axis such that a beverage cartridge held in use in the holder is clamped between the holder and the clamp. Wherein the clamping mechanism further comprises an inlet piercer for forming an inlet in the beverage cartridge. Wherein the inlet piercer forms part of or is coupled to, the clamp and is able to rotate with the holder about the first axis. | 12-11-2014 |
Peter Masters, Ouseburn GB
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| 20140213939 | TREATMENT APPARATUS FOR EXTERNAL APPLICATION TO A MAMMAL BODY - A treatment apparatus for external application to a mammal body, comprising a housing, a transducer element, adapted to provide an output towards and/or into the mammal body, a switch element, adapted to activate the transducer element in accordance with a first predetermined condition and deactivate the transducer element in accordance with a second predetermined condition, a feedback element, adapted to provide at least one first feedback signal in response at least a third predetermined condition, and a resilient coupling element, adapted to operatively couple the transducer element to said housing. | 07-31-2014 |
Philip Masters, Portsmouth GB
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| 20140165444 | Firearm With Barrel Cinching Clamp - Firearms with barrel cinching clamps have a receiver having a forward portion defining an internally threaded bore, a barrel having a threaded end removably received in the bore, at least a selected portion of the forward portion being split by a gap, the selected portion having connection elements on opposite sides of the gap, and an adjustable element connected to the connection elements and operable to narrow the gap to secure the barrel in the bore and to widen the gap to permit the barrel to be readily unscrewed from the bore. The bore may define a bore axis, and the gap may be parallel to the bore axis. A circumferentially complete portion of the threaded bore including a plurality of threads adjacent to the gap may be unbroken by a gap. The circumferentially complete portion of the threaded bore may be forward and/or rearward of the selected portion. | 06-19-2014 |
Philip Steven Masters, Fleet GB
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| 20140041273 | FIREARM WITH KEYHOLE-SHAPED MOUNTING POINTS - A firearm with keyhole-shaped rail mounting points has a forend element having an exterior surface and interior surface. The forend element defines a plurality of rail mounting apertures extending from the interior surface to the exterior surface. Each of the apertures has a first portion with a first diameter to closely receive a fastener head of a first diameter. Each of the apertures has a second portion with a second width less than the first diameter size to receive a shank portion of a fastener. There may be a recess on the interior surface size to receive the fastener head, the recess positioned at the second portion. | 02-13-2014 |
Randall Masters, Yorktown, IN US
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| 20150275836 | STARTER MOTOR INCLUDING A REMOVABLE SOLENOID TOWER - An electric machine includes a housing having an outer surface and an inner surface defining an interior zone. A solenoid mounting section is provided on the housing. The solenoid mounting section includes a shift lever opening that extends from the outer surface through the inner surface. A solenoid tower is mounted to the housing. The solenoid tower extends from a first end detachably coupled to the solenoid mounting section to a second end configured to receive a solenoid. The first end includes an opening that registers with the shift lever opening. At least one of the solenoid mounting section and the solenoid tower includes a seal. | 10-01-2015 |
Robert Masters, Vettweiss-Sievernich DE
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| 20140005047 | ACTIVE INGREDIENT COMBINATIONS COMPRISING PYRIDYLETHYLBENZAMIDES AND OTHER ACTIVE INGREDIENTS | 01-02-2014 |
Ronald Masters, Glenview, IL US
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| 20160002571 | SURFACTANTS BASED ON MONOUNSATURATED FATTY ALCOHOL DERIVATIVES - Surfactant compositions comprising an alkoxylate, a sulfate, or ether sulfate of a C | 01-07-2016 |
Roy Masters, Stockport GB
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| 20130340269 | Measurement Device - A measurement device comprising a curved container containing a liquid, a first indicator that is less dense than the liquid, and a second indicator that is more dense than the liquid, where the liquid substantially fills the container so that the position of the first indicator and/or second indicator in the container relative to the reference indicia may indicate an angle-related property of the device. | 12-26-2013 |
Simon Masters, Bristol GB
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| 20100307235 | AIRCRAFT FUEL TANK WEIGHT MEASUREMENT APPARATUS AND METHOD - An aircraft fuel tank weight measurement apparatus comprising a first solid element defining a load path for an aircraft fuel tank, an EMW emitter and an EMW detector arranged such that a first EM wave from the EMW emitter to the EMW detector passes through the first solid element, the detector arranged to detect a phase shift in the first wave resulting from a change in length of the first wave path caused by deformation of the first solid element. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20110061539 | DESICCANT REGENERATION - An aircraft fuel tank ventilation system, comprising a desiccative dehumidifying device including a desiccant medium disposed in flow communication between a vent open to the atmosphere and a fuel tank, and a microwave energy transmitter for energizing liquid water in the desiccant medium to facilitate regeneration of the medium. Also, a method of regenerating a desiccant medium of a dehumidifying device of an aircraft fuel tank ventilation system, the method comprising directing air through the desiccant medium, and transmitting microwave energy into the desiccant medium for energizing liquid water in the desiccant medium to facilitate regeneration of the medium.) | 03-17-2011 |
| 20110084171 | AIRCRAFT FUEL SYSTEM - An aircraft fuel system including a fuel line for carrying liquid fuel, and a microwave energy transmitter for energizing water carried in the fuel line. Also, a method of suppressing ice formation in an aircraft fuel system, the fuel system including a fuel line carrying liquid fuel, and a microwave energy transmitter, the method comprising transmitting microwaves along the fuel line to energize water carried with the fuel in the fuel line. | 04-14-2011 |
| 20110256042 | FUEL SYSTEM AND METHOD - A fuel system includes a fuel tank, a vent tank fluidically connected to the fuel tank ullage, the vent tank having a duct open to the ambient atmosphere and the interior of the vent tank, and a catalyst disposed in the duct, wherein the catalyst is adapted to deplete one or more reactive components of gas flowing through the duct by catalytic reaction. Also, a method for depleting one or more reactive components of gas in the fuel system, includes depleting one or more reactive components of gas flowing through the duct using the catalyst. | 10-20-2011 |
| 20120096879 | AIRCRAFT FUEL TANK VENTILATION - An aircraft fuel tank ventilation system, comprising a refrigerative dehumidifying device having a refrigerating element in contact with air flowing between a vent open to the atmosphere and a fuel tank. Also, a method of dehumidifying air introduced into an aircraft fuel tank via the ventilation system, the method comprising directing atmospheric air from the vent into contact with the refrigerating element, and cooling the refrigerating element so as to remove water vapour from the air flowing from the vent towards the fuel tank by condensation. An aircraft fuel tank ventilation system, comprising a refrigerative dehumidifying device having a refrigerating element in contact with air flowing between a vent open to the atmosphere and a fuel tank. Also, a method of dehumidifying air introduced into an aircraft fuel tank via the ventilation system, the method comprising directing atmospheric air from the vent into contact with the refrigerating element, and cooling the refrigerating element so as to remove water vapour from the air flowing from the vent towards the fuel tank by condensation. | 04-26-2012 |
| 20120103192 | AIRCRAFT FUEL TANK VENTILATION - An aircraft fuel tank ventilation system includes a dehumidifying device disposed in flow communication between a vent open to the atmosphere and a fuel tank. A method of dehumidifying air introduced into an aircraft fuel tank via a ventilation system includes directing atmospheric air through a dehumidifying device disposed in flow communication between a vent of the ventilation system and the fuel tank, which removes water vapour from the air flowing from the vent towards the fuel tank. A method of regenerating a desiccant medium used to dehumidify air introduced into an aircraft fuel tank via a ventilation system includes directing air through the desiccant medium so as to dry the desiccant medium. | 05-03-2012 |
| 20120248251 | CONDUIT PROTECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A conduit protection system, comprising: a conduit for carrying a fluid; a sealed vessel surrounding the conduit along a protected zone of the conduit; and a valve moveable between a first position for obstructing fluid flow through the protected zone of the conduit and a second position for enabling fluid flow through the protected zone of the conduit, wherein the valve is biased to the first position, and wherein the valve is fluidically coupled to the sealed vessel such that a positive pressure within the sealed vessel is operable to move the valve to the second position against the bias. Also, a method for protecting a fluid carrying conduit. | 10-04-2012 |
| 20120312022 | COALESCING FILTER - A fuel system comprising a liquid fuel tank, an engine, and a coalescing filter adapted to separate water from fuel, the filter having an inlet fluidically connected to the fuel tank, a first outlet fluidically connected to a fuel feed system for the engine, and a second outlet fluidically connected to the fuel tank, wherein the coalescing filter is adapted to discharge fuel filtrate from the second outlet and filtrand from the first outlet. Also, a method of removing water or ice from a fuel tank, the method comprising directing a flow of fuel from a fuel tank to a coalescing filter adapted to separate water from fuel, discharging filtrand from a first outlet of the coalescing filter to a fuel feed system for consumption by an engine, and discharging fuel filtrate from a second outlet of the coalescing filter and returning the fuel filtrate to the fuel tank. | 12-13-2012 |
| 20130000142 | FUEL SYSTEM AND METHOD - A fuel system comprising a fuel tank, a vent tank having a duct open to the ambient atmosphere, a first vent line fluidically connecting the fuel tank ullage to the vent tank, a gas drying system including a pump and a dehumidifying device disposed within the vent tank, and a second vent line fluidically connecting a dry gas outlet of the dehumidifying device to the ullage, wherein the pump is operable to maintain a higher pressure within the ullage than in the vent tank so as to drive vapour rich gas from the ullage into the vent tank via the first vent line. Also, a method of operating the fuel system and a method of retro-fitting the gas drying system in an existing fuel system. The gas drying system may optionally be a gas drying/inerting system. | 01-03-2013 |
| 20130124107 | FUEL TANK CONTAMINANT PREDICTION - A method for predicting a quantity of a contaminant in a fuel tank at the end of a time period, the method comprising the steps of: determining a quantity of the contaminant in the fuel tank at the start of the time period; determining at least one operating condition of the fuel tank during the time period; using information relating to the at least one operating condition of the fuel tank to generate a predicted quantity of the contaminant accumulated in the fuel tank during the time period; and calculating, based upon the quantity of the contaminant at the start of the time period and the predicted quantity of the contaminant accumulated during the time period, a predicted quantity of the contaminant at the end of a time period. | 05-16-2013 |
Simon Masters, Filton GB
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| 20120134679 | DATA TRANSMISSION NETWORK - A data transmission network comprising: a base comprising: a base light source and a base light detector; a plurality of nodes, each node comprising a node light source and a node light detector; and a plurality of optical fibres arranged to form a optical fibre network. Each optical fibre is arranged to receive light from the base light source, transmit the light received from the base light source to one or more of the node light detectors via an air gap, receive light from one or more of the node light sources via an air gap, and transmit the light received from the node light source(s) towards the base light detector. | 05-31-2012 |
William E. Masters, Greenville, SC US
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| 20160076843 | FIREARM SAFETY AND CHAMBER BLOCK INDICATOR - This invention is directed to a firearm safety device that has a chamber block for being received in a chamber of a firearm. An internal area is defined in the chamber block and can receive a bullet so that the bullet biases the outer walls outward. A visual indicator is attached to a distal end of the chamber block and is received in the bore of the barrel and extending outward past the muzzle providing a visual indication that the firearm is in a safe condition. In one embodiment, the chamber block can be inserted into the muzzle and the visual indicator extends through the barrel and chamber and out of the ejection port of magazine well. The visual indicator can be modifiable in length to accommodate various lengths of barrels and can be flexible. | 03-17-2016 |