Patents by Inventor Nigel S. Watson
Nigel S. Watson has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Patent number: 9103371Abstract: A track clamp for coupling linear motion guide tracks with standard linear motion support bases without the use of fasteners comprises a clamp body having a plug portion and an outwardly-opening guide track-receiving channel, the plug portion having outwardly-extending deformable protrusions on its outer surfaces that, upon insertion of the plug portion into a selected slot of a support base, deform upon engagement with the slot thereby securing the plug portion in the slot, the track-receiving channel holding a linear motion guide track. In one embodiment upwardly-extending clamp arms formed in the plug portion by the guide track receiving channel deflect inwardly upon insertion of the plug portion into the selected slot thereby clamping the guide track in the channel.Type: GrantFiled: July 22, 2013Date of Patent: August 11, 2015Assignee: Bishop-Wisecarver CorporationInventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Patent number: 8894284Abstract: A support base for securing a linear motion guide track in a defined location comprises an elongated support body having one or more receiving slots, each slot including inwardly extending deformable teeth-like protrusions that deform upon insertion of the guide track into the slot thereby firmly securing the guide track to the support base without the use of traditional fasteners.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2013Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: Bishop-Wisecarver CorporationInventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Patent number: 8608383Abstract: A system for securing a linear motion guide track (1010) to a support extrusion (1030) comprises an elongated wedge (1040) having a protrusion configured for insertion in a slit in one side of the well of the support extrusion for positioning the wedge in the well, the wedge having deformable teeth on a side opposite the protrusion such that insertion of the guide track in the well deforms the teeth of the wedge thereby securely holding the guide track in the support extrusion.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2010Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Bishop-Wisecarver CorporationInventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Publication number: 20130309006Abstract: A track clamp for coupling linear motion guide tracks with standard linear motion support bases without the use of fasteners comprises a clamp body having a plug portion and an outwardly-opening guide track-receiving channel, the plug portion having outwardly-extending deformable protrusions on its outer surfaces that, upon insertion of the plug portion into a selected slot of a support base, deform upon engagement with the slot thereby securing the plug portion in the slot, the track-receiving channel holding a linear motion guide track. In one embodiment upwardly-extending clamp arms formed in the plug portion by the guide track receiving channel deflect inwardly upon insertion of the plug portion into the selected slot thereby clamping the guide track in the channel.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 22, 2013Publication date: November 21, 2013Inventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Publication number: 20130239368Abstract: Bolt-on clamp extrusions for fastening a track to support base extrusion for providing customers with a simple-to-assemble, customizable, reconfigurable, and user-friendly solution for reliable linear motion track assembly. A back-to-back track configuration provides a low-profile track assembly. Custom made base extrusions include deformable fingers disposed in the slot to ensure proper fit despite a variance in track size.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2013Publication date: September 19, 2013Applicant: Bishop-Wisecarver CorporationInventor: Nigel S. WATSON
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Patent number: 8491193Abstract: The present invention provides novel approaches to manufacturing and assembling linear motion slides that are quick and easy to install without requiring the use of fasteners. Additionally, the present invention discloses a novel track assembly apparatus that couples with standard linear motion support bases without the use of fasteners.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2008Date of Patent: July 23, 2013Assignee: Bishop-Wisecarver CorporationInventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Patent number: 8434946Abstract: Bolt-on clamp extrusions for fastening a track to support base extrusion for providing customers with a simple-to-assemble, customizable, reconfigurable, and user-friendly solution for reliable linear motion track assembly. A back-to-back track configuration provides a low-profile track assembly. Custom made base extrusions include deformable fingers disposed in the slot to ensure proper fit despite a variance in track size.Type: GrantFiled: December 21, 2009Date of Patent: May 7, 2013Assignee: Bishop-Wisecarver CorporationInventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Publication number: 20110110616Abstract: An assembly for coupling a track with a base extrusion via a support extrusion and a wedge assembly. A double-edged support extrusion for coupling a track with a guide wheel via a wedge assembly according to some embodiments of the invention. Methods for assembling an assembly for coupling a track with a base extrusion via a support extrusion and a wedge assembly and a double-edged support extrusion for coupling a track with a guide wheel via a wedge assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2010Publication date: May 12, 2011Inventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Publication number: 20100150484Abstract: Bolt-on clamp extrusions for fastening a track to support base extrusion for providing customers with a simple-to-assemble, customizable, reconfigurable, and user-friendly solution for reliable linear motion track assembly. A back-to-back track configuration provides a low-profile track assembly. Custom made base extrusions include deformable fingers disposed in the slot to ensure proper fit despite a variance in track size.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2009Publication date: June 17, 2010Applicant: Bishop-Wisecarver CorporationInventor: Nigel S. WATSON
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Publication number: 20100104225Abstract: The present invention provides novel approaches to manufacturing and assembling linear motion slides that are quick and easy to install without requiring the use of fasteners. Additionally, the present invention discloses a novel track assembly apparatus that couples with standard linear motion support bases without the use of fasteners.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2008Publication date: April 29, 2010Inventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Patent number: 6065487Abstract: A valve having a valve body with an elongated opening therein and having a first end and a second end. A valve member is slidably disposed in the elongated opening. First, second and third ports are in fluid communication with the opening in the valve body at times. One of the first, second and third ports have a supply of fluid under pressure connected thereto. A first passage is disposed in the valve body and leads from the first port to the second end thereof. A second passage is disposed in the valve body and leads from the second port to the second end thereof. A third passage is disposed in the valve body and leads from the third port to the second end thereof. An actuator body is adapted to be connected to the valve body and has a cavity therein. The actuator body has a first end adjacent to the second end of the valve body. An actuator is disposed in the cavity. The actuator has a first side and a second side and is moveable between a first and a second position thereof for moving the valve member.Type: GrantFiled: November 23, 1998Date of Patent: May 23, 2000Assignee: Amot Controls Corp.Inventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Patent number: 5409950Abstract: Compounds are described of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 represents a hydrogen atom, a hydroxyl group or a group selected from --OCOCH.dbd.CHCH(CH.sub.3)(CH.sub.2).sub.3 CH.sub.3, --OCOCH.dbd.CHC(CH.sub.3).dbd.CHCH(CH.sub.3)--CH.sub.2 CH.sub.3, or --OCO--X--CH.sub.2 CH(CH.sub.3)CH.sub.2 CH.sub.3 [where X is --CH.dbd.CHCH(CH.sub.3)--, --CH.sub.2 CH(OH)CH(CH.sub.3)--, --CH.dbd.CHC(OH)(CH.sub.3)--, --CH.sub.2 CH(OH)CH.sub.2 -- or --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 CH(CH.sub.3)--)];R.sub.2 represents a hydrogen atom or a hydroxyl group;R.sub.3 represents a group selected from --C(.dbd.CH.sub.2)CH(OR.sub.7)CH(CH.sub.3)CH.sub.2 Ph (where R.sub.7 is a hydrogen atom or an acetyl group), --C(CH.sub.3).dbd.CHCH(CH.sub.2 R.sub.8)CH.sub.2 Ph (where R.sub.8 is a hydrogen or a hydroxyl group), --C(CH.sub.2 OH).dbd.CHCH(CH.sub.3)CH.sub.2 Ph, --C(.dbd.CH.sub.2)CH(OH)CH(CH.sub.2 OH)CH.sub.2 Ph, --C(.dbd.CH.sub.2)CH(NHCOCH.sub.3)CH(CH.sub.3)CH.sub.2 Ph, --C(CH.sub.2 NHCOCH.sub.3).dbd.CHCH(CH.sub.3)CH.sub.2 Ph or ##STR2## R.sub.4, R.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 1993Date of Patent: April 25, 1995Assignee: Glaxo Group LimitedInventors: Michael J. Dawson, Allan Baxter, Robert M. Tait, Nigel S. Watson, David Noble, Alan Shuttleworth, Howard G. Wildman, Michael V. Hayes
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Patent number: 5278067Abstract: The invention is directed to a biologically pure culture of the microorganism Phoma sp. IMI 332962 or a mutant thereof.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 1992Date of Patent: January 11, 1994Assignee: Glaxo Group LimitedInventors: Michael J. Dawson, Allan Baxter, Robert M. Tait, Nigel S. Watson, David Noble, Alan Shuttleworth, Howard G. Wildman, Michael V. Hayes
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Patent number: 5136278Abstract: A pneumatic pressure detector for use in an overheat or fire alarm system utilizes a known capillary type sensor tube which has absorbed in it a gas. Overheat or fire condition causes the gas to expand which then actuates an associated deformable diaphragm to close an electrical switch. To insure that the system pressure is maintained and no fault condition exists, the compact detector also uses a deformable diaphragm associated with an integrity switch which opens if the pressure falls below normal. Both of these diaphragms are juxtaposed to form the plenum to which the sensor tube is attached thereby saving weight and space.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 1991Date of Patent: August 4, 1992Assignee: Systron Donner CorporationInventors: Nigel S. Watson, Shailer T. Pickton
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Patent number: 5120848Abstract: This invention relates to imidazole derivatives having hypocholesterolemic and hypolipidemic activity, to processes for their preparation, to pharmaceutical compositions containing them and to their use in medicine, particularly in the treatment and/or prevention of atherosclerosis and coronary heart disease.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 1991Date of Patent: June 9, 1992Assignee: Glaxo Group LimitedInventors: Nigel S. Watson, Chuen Chan, Barry C. Ross
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Patent number: 5112819Abstract: Certain novel imidazole derivatives N-substituted by a vinyl group itself carrying a mevalonic acid derivative or corresponding lactone are inhibitors of HMG-CoA reductase and are useful for lowering blood plasma cholesterol levels.The compounds are of general formula (I): ##STR1## in which one of the groups R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 represents a C.sub.1-6 alkyl group optionally substituted by one to three halogen atoms and the other represents a phenyl ring optionally substituted by one to five substituents selected from halogen atoms and hydroxyl, C.sub.1-3 alkyl, C.sub.1-3 alkoxy, S(O).sub.n C.sub.1-3 alkyl, (CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sup.a R.sup.b, (CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sup.c COR.sup.d and trifluoromethyl groups;R.sup.3 represents a phenyl ring optionally substituted by one to five substituents selected from halogen atoms and hydroxyl, C.sub.1-3 alkyl, C.sub.1-3 alkoxy, S(O).sub.n C.sub.1-3 alkyl, (CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sup.a R.sup.b, (CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sup.c COR.sup.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 1990Date of Patent: May 12, 1992Assignee: Glaxo Group LimitedInventors: Barry C. Ross, Barrie E. Kirk, Michael G. Lester, Panayiotis A. Procopiou, Nigel S. Watson
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Patent number: 5013749Abstract: Compounds of formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 or R.sup.2 represents a C.sub.1-6 alkyl group optionally substituted by one to three halogen atoms and the other represents a phenyl or pyridyl ring or N-oxide thereof optionally substituted by one or more substituents selected from halogen atoms and hydroxyl, C.sub.1-3 alkyl, C.sub.1-3 alkoxy and trifluoromethyl groups; wherein R.sup.3 represents a phenyl or pyridyl ring or N-oxide thereof optionally substituted by one or more substituents selected from halogen atoms and hydroxyl, C.sub.1-3 alkyl, C.sub.1-3 alkoxy and trifluoromethyl groups with the proviso that only one of the groups R.sup.1, R.sup.2 or R.sup.3 represents an optionally substituted pyridyl ring; X represents --CH.dbd.CH--; and Z represents ##STR2## wherein R.sup.4 represents a hydrogen atom, a carboxyl protecting group or a cation; and R.sup.5 represents a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1-3 alkyl group; a solvate thereof, or acid addition salts of compounds wherein R.sup.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 1989Date of Patent: May 7, 1991Assignee: Glaxo Group LimitedInventors: Nigel S. Watson, Chuen Chan, Barry C. Ross
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Patent number: 4659049Abstract: A device for supporting drinking glasses or other small objects out of contact with beach sand or the earth at other outdoor locations has a ground engaging spike with a pointed lower end and a relatively broad upper end on which a plate member is disposed in a transverse and substantially centered relationship with the spike. Retainer structure holds the plate on the spike during use while enabling separation of the plate and spike when not in use. In a preferred form, the spike is itself formed of separable flat elements. The device may be easily disassembled and the components may be rearranged into a very compact configuration when the device is being carried between locations or being stored.Type: GrantFiled: November 21, 1985Date of Patent: April 21, 1987Inventor: Nigel S. Watson
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Patent number: 4290949Abstract: 2-Vinylclavem compounds are disclosed which have been found of value in the synthesis of thio-derivatives of clavulanic acid which possess antibiotic and .beta.-lactamase inhibitory activity. Methods for preparing the vinylclavem compounds are disclosed and processes for preparing the thio-derivatives are given.Type: GrantFiled: June 24, 1977Date of Patent: September 22, 1981Assignee: Glaxo Operations UK LimitedInventors: Peter C. Cherry, Christopher E. Newall, Nigel S. Watson, Gordon I. Gregory, Peter Ward
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Patent number: 4228074Abstract: .beta.-Lactam compounds of the formula (I) ##STR1## (wherein R represents an esterified carboxyl group, --NR.sup.1 R.sup.2 R.sup.3 represents the residue of a nitrogen base, and R.sup.4 represents a hydrogen atom, a hydroxyl group or acylated or etherified hydroxyl group or the residue of a sulphur nucleophile) are disclosed, together with processes for their preparation. The compounds are valuable intermediates for the preparation or purification of further .beta.-lactam compounds having .beta.-lactamase inhibitory activity.Type: GrantFiled: September 8, 1977Date of Patent: October 14, 1980Assignee: Glaxo Laboratories LimitedInventors: Peter C. Cherry, Christopher E. Newall, Nigel S. Watson