baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2414141-A (GB)
Title: Distributed message transmission system and method
Inventor: WOOD IAN
IPC: H04W88/18
Filed: 2002-05-03
Abstract: Systems and methods for transferring at least one message, such as an SMS message, between components in a telecommunications network, such as a mobile telecommunications network are described. The message is received from a first component in the telecommunications network and the message payload is parsed to determine destination information for the message. The message is then routed to a second component in the telecommunications network based on the destination information determined, wherein the message is transferred between the components in the telecommunications network without passing through a Short Message Service Centre (SMSC) of the telecommunications network and wherein the first and second components in the telecommunications network are message switching centres (MSCs). This may reduce the load on the SMSC of the telecommunications network and may provide direct delivery of message between MSCs.
Patent GB-2413799-A (GB)
Title: Therapeutic applications of thrombomodulin gene via viral and non-viral vectors
Inventor: SEHGAL LAKSHMAN R
IPC: C12N15/861
Filed: 2004-02-25
Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for treating thrombotic diseases using gene delivery technologies. In one embodiment, a therapeutically effective amount of a TM gene product is expressed in a TM-deficient mammal using a viral or non viral vector. In another embodiment, the vector-mediated in vivo TM gene expression is used for the treatment of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, pulmonary hypertension, acute inflammatory diseases, end-stage renal failure disease, or Alzheimer disease. In yet another embodiment, a vector carrying a TM inhibitory polynucleotide in which the vector is introduced into a mammal to reduce the TM activity or TM gene expression in vivo.
Patent GB-2433060-A (GB)
Title: Winch for a vehicle spare wheel
Inventor: HOMAN KEITH
IPC: B62D43/04
Filed: 2005-12-08
Abstract: A winch for a vehicle spare wheel includes a housing 200, a lid 100, drum 260 and a cable 281. The winch having a first configuration in which the drum may rotate in one direction and a second configuration in which the winch drum may rotate in both directions, due to cooperating teeth 261 and 102 on the drum and lid forming a ratchet action which may be overcome by manually biasing the drum 260 away from the lid 100 against spring 210 by means of drive pin 110 and spur gear 150, used to rotate the drum. The winch may also include means to resist or brake the rotation of the drum in the form of cooperating abutment faces such as sinusoidal undulations 230 and 240 on the drum and anti-rotation plate 220, the latter being unable to rotate relative to the housing and biased against the drum by spring 210. The braking action counterbalances a load on the winch. The braking means may alternatively be formed with abutting faces that are flat, or dimpled or formed with projections (figures 4A & 4B).
Patent GB-2422294-A (GB)
Title: A single-use barbeque pack
Inventor: DYSON RICHARD ARTHUR
IPC: A47J37/07
Filed: 2004-10-13
Abstract: This invention relates to a single-use barbeque pack which comprises a pan (10) which is made from a metal foil to have an outwardly tapering side wall, a slow-burning flammable material in the pan, a cooking grid (18) which is fixed to the pan sidewall to extend over the flammable material, and a container (12) in which the pan is sold with one side of the container being adapted to support the heated pan for at least the full burning period of the flammable material in it, in use.
Patent GB-2426296-A (GB)
Title: Two phase flow conditioner for pumping gassy well fluid
Inventor: WISON BROWN L
IPC: F04D29/22
Filed: 2005-01-28
Abstract: A centrifugal pump pumps well fluid with a high gaseous content by conditioning the well fluid with a conditioning impeller and conditioning diffuser design for use with gaseous well fluid. The conditioning impellers have vanes that are curved with a leading edge that is rotationally forward and axially below, or upstream, of a trailing edge. The outer end of the leading edge is rotationally forward of the inner end of the leading edge, which forces the well fluid radially inward and mixes the gas and liquids in the well fluid. The conditioning diffusers have blades that are curved with a leading edge that is rotationarily rearward and axially below a trailing edge. The blades are portions of a sphere, with a concaved side receiving well fluid from the conditioning impellers. The spherical shape forces the well fluid radially inward and axially upward.
Patent GB-2430688-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and methods for self-powered communication and sensor network
Inventor: CHEMALI ROLAND E
IPC: E21B47/12
Filed: 2005-06-14
Abstract: A system for communicating between a first location and a second location comprises a jointed tubular string (4) having a first section (21) and a second section (22) connected at a connection joint (4), with the tubular string having a fluid (11) in an internal passage thereof. A first acoustic transducer (23) is mounted in the internal passage of the first section (21) proximate the connection joint (4), and a second acoustic transducer (25) is mounted in the internal passage of the second section (22) proximate the connection joint (4). A signal transmitted from the first location to the second location is transmitted across the connection joint as an acoustic signal in the fluid (11) from the first acoustic transducer (23) to the second acoustic transducer (25).
Patent GB-2444068-A (GB)
Title: An ornithopter mechanism
Inventor: CHILD ROBIN EDWARD
IPC: B64C33/02
Filed: 2007-01-03
Abstract: A Scotch yoke mechanism provides a primary reciprocating motion, and a secondary reciprocating motion which is 90 degrees out of phase with the primary reciprocation motion. A motor rotates an eccentric crank having a drive pin 5, which cooperates with a slot in a yoke 8 to cause reciprocation thereof. Attached to the drive pin 5 are two independently rotating pulleys 21, 22, each pulley carrying lines or belts 20 which arrive and leave in a direction normal to the reciprocation of the yoke 8 when in use. The belts are wrapped half way around each pulley 21, 22, and each belt engages further idler pulleys 19 located on the same plane and mounted on the yoke. The mechanism attempts to mimic the flapping motion in flight of hummingbirds, and insects, eg. bees. The motion of the lines 20 may be transmitted via racks, pinions, bevel gears, or shafts to operate the wings (see figures 16,20).
Patent GB-2434026-A (GB)
Title: Improved cable
Inventor: RICHARDS ANDREW
IPC: E21B19/08
Filed: 2005-11-18
Abstract: A conductive slickline cable for use in oil wells is described which comprises a matrix material, preferably PEEK, a plurality of electrical conductors embedded in the maxtrix material with each electrical conductor being insulated by an imide. The cable has an outer protective coating of PEEK and an overall diameter less than 4mm, and preferably the same diameter as slickline cable, 3.175mm. The cable has a number of advantages being load bearing and being windable onto conventional slickline reels, as well as being offering electrical and power communication downhole.
Patent GB-2449299-A (GB)
Title: Paint cover
Inventor: ISAAK DAMIEN
IPC: B05B12/20
Filed: 2007-05-18
Abstract: The paint cover is used when painting round light switches and plug/sockets. It is in the shape of a box and covers the sides, top and bottom of light switches or electrical sockets for plugs. It may be made of plastic, such that it may be made of plastic, such that it may be cleaned after use, or of card such that it can binned after use.
Patent GB-2451862-A (GB)
Title: High gas inlet temperature EGR system
Inventor: PENNY CHARLIE
IPC: F02M25/07
Filed: 2007-08-15
Abstract: An exhaust gas re-circulation (EGR) system for an internal combustion engine comprises a first EGR cooler 806 a second EGR cooler 807 connected in series, an outlet of said second cooler 807 being connected to an inlet of the internal combustion engine. The first cooler may cool the exhaust gas from a maximum inlet temperature of 1100 degrees to a maximum outlet temperature of 700 degrees. Inlet air may be compressed by a compressor 803 and/or a turbocharger 204. A high pressure EGR system takes high-pressure exhaust gases via pipes 808 and 809 without passing through the compressor 803 or turbocharger 204. An alternative low pressure system takes the exhaust gas from downstream of the turbocharger 204 to upstream of the compressor 803. A flow control valve may be provided between the coolers or downstream of the second cooler. A bypass may be provided around the second cooler. The first cooler may comprise inner and outer corrugated tubular members. Further modifications are described.
Patent GB-2454920-A (GB)
Title: Plaque
Inventor: HORGAN KEVIN JAMES
IPC: B44C5/04
Filed: 2007-11-26
Abstract: The plaque comprises a replica of the Award received by graduates which is laser engraved or sublimation printed onto a plastic plate with a thin metal foil sealed into it or a metal plate. The plate is attached by glue or double sided tape to a polished or lacquered timber backing. The plaque is designed to be hung in homes and offices or can be displayed on desks and includes grooves to allow it to be wall mountable. The plaque replaces the need to have the original award framed for display and the original award can be stored for safe keeping.
Patent GB-2461492-A (GB)
Title: A telescopic safety rail for a bath
Inventor: WAKE CHRISTOPHER
IPC: A47K3/00
Filed: 2007-12-29
Abstract: A telescopic safety rail for a bath that extends vertically from the rim of the bath comprises two tubes, one sliding inside the other, where one of the tubes has a plurality of slots spaced apart along the length of the pole that are joined together by a channel, a protrusion on the second tube may engage with a slot in the first tube, thereby locking the rail in predetermined positions. During use, the tube with the protrusion is raised and rotated until it drops into slot on the opposing tube at the height desired, assisting a bather from entering and exiting a bath. The rail is mounted on floor behind the bath panel and extends through the rim/side of the bath and may have a ball as handle.
Patent GB-2457492-A (GB)
Title: TETRA Modem Adapter converts USB signals for transmission over Peripheral Equipment Interface RS-232 connection
Inventor: COLLIER ANDY
IPC: G06F13/38
Filed: 2008-02-15
Abstract: An adapter <B>1</B> for use with a TETRA modem over a Peripheral Equipment Interface (PEI) link <B>3</B> can be connected to a computer motherboard using USB <B>7</B>, RS-232 <B>9</B> and special control <B>10</B> links. The PEI interface is based on RS-232 and a USB to RS-232 converter <B>8</B> is provided. The control and RS-232 links are connected directly to the PEI link, bypassing the USB to RS-232 converter. The adapter draws power from the computer's power supply via connector <B>11</B> and regulates it <B>12</B>/<B>13</B> to provide appropriate voltages on signal lines. The invention allows TETRA modems to be connected to computers without the need to re-engineer the computer.
Patent GB-2458273-A (GB)
Title: A dispensing apparatus with a liquefied product displacement means.
Inventor: DICKENS COLIN
IPC: A61M15/00
Filed: 2008-03-10
Abstract: A dispensing apparatus for example a metered dose inhaler (MDI) comprising a dispensing container and a metering valve 1, the dispensing has a storage volume 6 for containing a liquefied product to be dispensed. The dispensing container contains a weighted insert10 within the storage volume 6, the weighted insert 10 being free to move under the influence of gravity to displace the liquefied product. In particular the weighted insert 10 displaces liquefied product when the container is in the horizontal position.
Patent GB-2458493-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for enhancing the gloss of offset printed films
Inventor: GREY DAVID JOHN
IPC: B41F23/08
Filed: 2008-03-20
Abstract: The ink gloss of a substrate printed in waterless offset ink is enhanced by pressing the ink after printing but before drying with a smooth glossy inkless non-image surface of a waterless offset printing plate on which the ink is not picked up. More specifically, an enhanced gloss film coating is applied on to a substrate by passing the substrate through a waterless offset litho printing station (14) in which a waterless offset litho printing medium is transferred from a medium coated area of a waterless offset printing plate to a printing blanket, and from the blanket to the substrate, where the medium then lies as a wet film on a corresponding printed area; passing the substrate carrying the wet film through a gloss enhancement station 40 in which an uncoated and medium-repellent area of a smooth gloss surface of a waterless offset litho printing plate is pressed against the still wet film of waterless offset litho printing medium without slippage and without lifting the medium; and drying the film, 26, 28, 30.
Patent GB-2449743-A (GB)
Title: Aircraft with foldable fuselage to facilitate storage
Inventor: BROADBENT MICHAEL CRAIG
IPC: B64C1/30
Filed: 2008-05-20
Abstract: An aircraft 1 has a fuselage 3 in two parts 5,7, the first part 5 having at least one wing 9 attached thereto and the second part 7 having a tail 11 attached thereto, and pivoting means 15 for moving the second part 7 relative to the first part 5 from a first position used for flying the aircraft to a second position used for storing the aircraft, wherein the storage position for the second part of the fuselage is above or below one of the wings 9 such that the longitudinal orientation of the second part 7 of the fuselage is substantially aligned with the wing 9. The second fuselage part 7 may be arranged to rotate about its longitudinal axis when moved to the second position to reduce the height of the tail 11. The fuselage parts 5,7 may be connected by a hinge or, alternatively, may be entirely separable at an interface (113, fig.5) having a locking mechanism, a support member (119) being used to support the rear fuselage part (107) when separated. The hinge axis (215, figs.10-12) between the fuselage parts (205, 207) may be inclined, eg at 45 degrees, to the longitudinal axis of the aircraft such that when folded the rear fuselage part 207 lies over one wing (209) with the tip of the tail (217) oriented vertically downwards without hitting the ground. The aircraft may be a helicopter.
Patent GB-2461261-A (GB)
Title: A device for vacuum treatment of damaged tissue
Inventor: ADAHAN CARMELI
IPC: A61F13/00
Filed: 2008-06-23
Abstract: A device 100 is provided for the treatment of damaged tissue 102, including a first tissue cover 110 for covering the damaged tissue 102 and with a tissue facing contact surface 111. The contact surface 111 is fixed to a first tissue portion 103 surrounding the damaged tissue 102, the device allowing a vacuum to be applied to the damaged tissue 102. A layer 120 of flowable sealing material 122, which covers a second tissue portion 106 adjacent to the first peripheral portion, is configured for filling gaps between the contact surface 111 and said first tissue portion 103 preventing the formation of leaks when the vacuum is applied to the device 100. A second tissue cover 130 is applied to cover at least the layer of sealing material 122. The device may be provided in the form of a kit, and a system and method including the device are also provided.
Patent GB-2447188-A (GB)
Title: Fluid bearing assisted assembly of an exhaust treatment device
Inventor: KOTRBA ADAM J
IPC: B21D51/16
Filed: 2006-12-28
Abstract: Apparatus for inserting a substrate surrounded by a compressible mat into a compartment of a housing of an exhaust treatment device includes an insertion member having a bore shaped substantially identically to a shape of an opening to the housing compartment and a fluid bearing generator establishing a compressed fluid bearing at a surface of the bore. The fluid bearing is operative to reduce a coefficient of fiction between the compressible mat and a surface of the bore when the substrate/mat combination is moved axially in the bore into the compartment opening.
Patent GB-2461873-A (GB)
Title: A method of and appratus for leak testing of a vacuum vessel
Inventor: PRICE JAMES EDWARD
IPC: A61B5/055
Filed: 2008-07-15
Abstract: A method of leak testing of a vacuum vessel 1 comprises fitting a removable housing 12 between an inspection port 5 and test equipment (e.g. a mass spectrometer); coupling a plunger 21 in the housing 12 to a sealing plate 20 in contact with the inspection port 5; evacuating the housing 12; activating the plunger 21 to move the sealing plate 20 out of contact with the inspection port 5 allowing a sample into the test equipment; deactivating the plunger 21 and returning the sealing 5 plate to a sealed position; decoupling the plunger 21 and removing the housing 12.
Patent GB-2462884-A (GB)
Title: Human powered generator
Inventor: ROWAN HAMISH
IPC: F03G3/00
Filed: 2008-08-29
Abstract: Electricity generating apparatus 2 comprises a generator 4 able to operate at low rotational speeds, a weight and a system such as a hand winder 8 powered by human input (muscle power) 10 to raise the weight. The weight therefore stores the energy provided by the user 10 when the weight is raised, and is lowered under gravity to generate electricity. The generator 4 may be a permanent magnet generator made from lightweight material such as glass fibre reinforced composite.
Patent GB-2467908-A (GB)
Title: Two part surgical calliper for leg fractures
Inventor: RIZK SHOUKRY ABDEL-MASSEIH
IPC: A61B17/56
Filed: 2009-02-12
Abstract: The apparatus comprises two callipers which are each composed of two parts, an upper part 8 which overlaps at its lower end with a lower part (9,Fig.4) and is fixed thereto by screws. A holder 14 is fixed to the lower part adjacent to a pin holder tube 7. The tube 7 may be attached to the end of each part. The tube which is attached to the upper part holds the anterior or vertical pin 1 fixed to it by an adjusting screw 6. The tube which is attached to the lower part holds the lower or posterior pin 1. In use, the upper and lower parts of the calliper may be separated from each other if there is difficulty in removing the pins from a bone 17.
Patent GB-2453908-A (GB)
Title: Methods and systems for identifying an ill-exposed image
Inventor: WU PENG
IPC: G06T7/00
Filed: 2007-09-20
Abstract: Methods, systems and a machine readable medium (104) including machine readable code for identifying an ill-exposed image (112) are disclosed. An image including a first image block is received at an input device (106). The luminance data and the texture energy data associated with the first image block are assessed. A determination is made regarding whether the received image is an ill-exposed image based on the assessment of the luminance data and the assessment of the texture energy data associated with the first image block.
Patent GB-2455476-A (GB)
Title: A microscale gas discharge ion detector
Inventor: YANG WEI
IPC: G01N27/70
Filed: 2007-10-26
Abstract: A microscale planar device for detecting particles under high pressure with high sensitivity. The device may have an anode and cathode with an insulator situated between them. The insulator may have a number of holes, cavities or channels between the anode and cathode. There may be conductive rings at the perimeters of openings of the channels on the anode side of the insulator. These rings may be a part of the anode. An ion may be attracted into one of the channels where it interacts with a gas to result in an avalanche breakdown. The breakdown may be detected by instrumentation connected to the anode and cathode. The lateral and/or longitudinal dimensions of the channels may be such that the device may operate as a detector with ambient air as a gas under its pressure of about one atmosphere.
Patent GB-2471835-A (GB)
Title: Driver for light emitting diodes
Inventor: TREBES FRANK
IPC: H05B44/00
Filed: 2009-07-09
Abstract: A lighting apparatus has a dimmer module D1 comprising an input device with a plurality of positions, each position for regulating the light to a predetermined brightness. The lighting apparatus has a master module M1 which interprets brightness control information of the dimmer. The master module outputs a supply voltage as well as a brightness control voltage a direct current voltage in accordance of the position of the input device. A first slave module S1 is provided for receiving the supply direct current voltage as well as the brightness control voltage. The first slave module provides a current through a first plurality of serially connected light-emitting diodes L1, the strength of current depending on the brightness control voltage direct current voltage. At least one of the light-emitting diodes L1 may emit light of a first colour and at least one may emit light of a second colour. At least one further slave module S2-S4 is also provided. A second master module and associated slave modules may be provided.
Patent GB-2474012-A (GB)
Title: Methods and apparatus relating to payment for operation of a machine
Inventor: MOUNTNEY R C
IPC: G07F7/00
Filed: 2009-09-18
Abstract: Apparatus comprises a credit register to maintain a value of credit owing to a user, displayed at 50. A control 52 allows the user to allocate credit for payment for operation of a machine. A second control 54 is used to authorise repeated automatic operations of the machine until the credit is exhausted. The first control 50 can be used repeatedly to allocate further credit in blocks equal to a maximum prescribed amount, but possibly only before the operation of the second control 54. The amount of credit allocated by the operation of the first control 50 may be fixed or can be equal to the credit remaining in the credit register 50. The amount of allocated credit may be displayed. A further control may be used to cancel automatic operation of the apparatus. The apparatus is preferably a gaming machine.
Patent GB-2474067-A (GB)
Title: Floor board or panel with heating duct embedded in top surface
Inventor: MACPHAIL NICHOLAS JULIAN JAN FRANCIS
IPC: E04B5/48
Filed: 2009-10-05
Abstract: For under-floor heating a flooring board or panel 1 has a duct 2 routed or moulded into a top surface, heating pipes 5 or electric cables located in the duct 2, and then cover strips 3 provided above the pipes 5 to provide a top surface level with the upper surface of the board or panel. Each cover strip 3 can be glued, nailed, pinned or retained by the shape of a rebate 6. An embodiment has the cover strip retained by the duct wall shape (fig 1 a), while another doesn't have a cover strip. The pipe can drop below the board or panel between successive ducts (fig 2), or return in curved ducts. A foil sheet can be adhered to the top surface, the board or panel 1 can be wood, chipboard or ply, and the cover strip 3 can be wood, metal or plastic.
Patent GB-2464214-A (GB)
Title: Removable storage panel for location within a vehicle
Inventor: HOLYOAK RICHARD FREDERICK
IPC: B60R7/08
Filed: 2009-10-08
Abstract: This invention relates to a removable storage panel, and in particular to a removable storage panel for use in a vehicle such as a van. The removable storage panel has a base 12 and a number of pockets 14, the base having releasable securing means 16 by which the panel may be temporarily secured to a sidewall of the vehicle. The releasable securing means may comprise magnets or hook and loop fasteners, and the base and pockets may be flexible or substantially rigid. The base may comprise a liner of sheet cardboard and a sheet of canvas to which canvas pockets can be stitched. The storage panel may have dimensions chosen to fit a particular vehicle, and can be used in carrying tradesman's tools and large and small items of hardware.