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Patent GB-2575226-A (GB)
Title: Enhanced performance ammunition
Inventor: LAWRENCE NEIL MCLAREN
IPC: F42B30/02
Filed: 2017-10-03
Abstract: A projectile with a nominal calibre, for use in a rifled barrel, comprises a monolithic body 1. The monolithic body 1 comprises an ogival portion 2 forming the front of the monolithic body 1 which abuts with an elongate cylindrical core 3 at a point of intersection 11, the elongate cylindrical core 3 in turn abutting a boat tailed portion 4. The elongate cylindrical core 3 has at least three bands 5a, 5b, 5c located circumferentially thereon. The bands 5a, 5b, 5c protrude radially outwardly. A first band 5a is located at the point where the elongate cylindrical core 3 abuts the boat tail section 4. A third band 5c is located rearwardly, from the point of intersection 11, at a distance in the range of from 80% to 120% of the nominal calibre. A second band 5b is located between the first and third bands 5a, 5c on the elongate cylindrical core 3. The monolithic body 1 is formed from a metal having a Vickers Hardness of at least 550HV. A deformable jacket or coating, surrounds the monolithic body 1, which defines an outer diameter of the projectile.
Patent GB-2565861-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for use in a resonant converter
Inventor: CARLOS TOYOS BADA
IPC: H02M3/335
Filed: 2018-01-15
Abstract: Emulated current-mode control of a resonant converter 1 is facilitated by an apparatus 21. A first input signal 21a represents a phase of a resonant current, where the resonant current corresponds to a current in a resonant network 3 of the converter. A second input signal 21b represents a target phase difference between the resonant current and a driving voltage, where the driving voltage corresponds to a voltage provided by a switch network 2 of the converter to the resonant network. One or more output control signals 21c, 21d control operation of the switch network 2. Circuitry 21e-i is configured to use the first input signal to determine a phase difference between the resonant current and the driving voltage, and use the second input signal to determine the target phase difference, and, based on a comparison of these values, set the one or more output control signals to cause the phase difference to track the target phase difference.
Patent GB-2567703-A (GB)
Title: Secure voice biometric authentication
Inventor: RYAN ROBERTS
IPC: G10L17/24
Filed: 2018-02-09
Abstract: A biometric voice authentication system comprises: obtaining an audio data stream comprising speech from a user to be authenticated, the audio data stream comprising a plurality of data segments; obtaining a voice biometric authentication result relating to the speech in one or more first data segments of the audio data stream; generating data-authentication data for one or more second data segments of the audio data stream; generating one or more cryptographically signed packets comprising the voice biometric authentication result and the data-authentication data; and outputting the one or more cryptographically signed packets. The system may help prevent man in the middle type attacks on voice based authentication systems where there is a risk of commands from a non-authorized user.
Patent GB-2557487-A (GB)
Title: System for financial information reporting
Inventor: STEVEN JAMES RILEY
IPC: G06Q40/04
Filed: 2016-08-15
Abstract: A system for generating a financial report in a reporting currency, comprising: at least one database; the database comprising a first source dataset associated with a first segment of an organisation and at least a second source dataset associated with a second segment of an organisation; the first and second source datasets associated with at least one source currency which is the same or different between the first source dataset, the second source dataset and the reporting currency; and a foreign currency exchange rate dataset relevant to the source and reporting currencies, wherein the system manipulates, augments and/or converts the first source dataset and the second source dataset, uses at least one foreign exchange rate extracted from the foreign currency exchange rate dataset and converts the financial information of the source datasets by the at least one foreign exchange rate to the reporting currency for generating the financial report.
Patent GB-2557800-A (GB)
Title: Flexible LED lamp module
Inventor: CHAI YEE HO
IPC: F21V19/04
Filed: 2016-06-02
Abstract: A flexible LED lamp module, comprising a flexible outer sleeve (1) having an accommodation space, and a light emitting assembly (2) capable of being arranged in the accommodation space; the light emitting assembly (2) comprises: multiple flexible LED lamp strips (21), and a wire (22) used to electrically connect said LED lamp strips (21); the outer sleeve (1) and the light emitting assembly (2) are configured so that the multiple flexible LED lamp strips (21) can fill the accommodation space after being electrically connected by the wire (22). Disassembly of the present flexible LED lamp module is simple; if any internal flexible LED lamp strip breaks, it can be easily pulled out to be individually repaired or replaced, increasing utilization rates. Furthermore, the module can be curled horizontally or vertically, so as to create various special lighting effects; the module can also be rolled up when not in use, to save space.
Patent GB-2576870-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for high stability imaging
Inventor: MICHAEL SCHWERTNER
IPC: G02B21/26
Filed: 2018-07-12
Abstract: A microscope 2, which may be particularly suited for super-resolution or fluorescence microscopy, comprises an objective lens 9, itself having a lens barrel 53 defining a longitudinal axis, and a front lens 61 mounted on the axis within the barrel. The microscope additionally comprises a sample holder 15 and a holder mount 17. The mount is couplable to the objective lens and configured to be removably mounted to either the sample holder or objective lens such that the sample holder is disposed on the longitudinal axis. The mount may comprise a first collar with first screw thread 29a on an internal surface, whilst the objective lens comprises a corresponding first screw thread 29b one an external surface. The apparatus may comprise an actuator 35 comprising elements coupled to objective lens and sample holder, and which moves the first element parallel to the longitudinal axis. A kit of parts containing components for attaching to a microscope so as to produce the previously described apparatus is also described, as is a method of using such apparatus, which may be conducted under cryogenic sample conditions.
Patent GB-2575795-A (GB)
Title: Imaging system for use in a fluoroscopy procedure
Inventor: JUSTIN DAVIES
IPC: A61B6/12
Filed: 2018-07-23
Abstract: An imaging system 10 for use in a fluoroscopy procedure carried out on a subject, the imaging system being configured to receive images of a portion of the subject from an image acquisition device 12, the imaging system comprising an interface module for displaying images received from the image acquisition device to a user, and an optimisation module for determining, based on an image received from the image acquisition device, one or more properties of the image, wherein the optimisation module is configured to output a control routine based on the properties. In another aspect the control routine comprises instructions for controlling the imaging device or instructions to display a proposed control action to a user. The control routine may include reducing or increasing a frame rate of the acquisition device, reducing an area of image acquisition, changing the angle or position of the device or increasing a dosage of dye to the subject. The properties may be the presence of overlapping features of significance in the image or the opacity of vessels in the image.
Patent GB-2562660-A (GB)
Title: Camera setting adjustment based on predicted environmental factors and tracking systems employing the same
Inventor: STEFAN WELKER
IPC: H04N5/232
Filed: 2017-08-17
Abstract: Systems, devices, methods, computer-readable storage media, and electronic apparatuses for camera setting adjustment based on predicted environmental factors are provided. An example system includes a camera assembly, at least one processor, and memory storing instructions. When executed by the at least one processor, the instructions may cause the system to determine a direction of movement of the camera assembly. The instructions may also cause the system to predict environmental factors based on the direction of movement. Additionally, the instructions may cause the system to determine camera settings based on the environmental factors. The instructions may also capture an image with the camera assembly using the determined camera settings. In some implementations, the captured image is used to track one or more entities.
Patent GB-2563163-A (GB)
Title: Arrangement for, and method of, locating product tags by locating users who are operating mobile readers for reading the product tags
Inventor: RICHARD J LAVERY
IPC: G06Q10/08
Filed: 2016-12-19
Abstract: A user moves about a venue, and operates a mobile reader to read a product tag in a read zone of the mobile reader. An identifier, such as a user identity badge, is associated with the user to identify the user. A sensing system is deployed in the venue for sensing the location of the identifier. A host server associates the mobile reader with the identifier of the user operating the mobile reader, and determines a location of the product tag in the venue based on the read zone and the location of the identifier.
Patent GB-2577249-A (GB)
Title: Charger arrangement
Inventor: ALAN BENTLEY
IPC: H02J7/32
Filed: 2018-09-14
Abstract: A charger arrangement 10 comprises a body 12 and a detachable head 38. The body 12 has a charger operable by a moveable member such as a retractable cord 14 and/or a compressible portion (16, figure 2). Movement of the moveable member with respect to the housing causes the charger to charge. The detachable head 38 has an electrically operated function such as a torch, alarm, or a laser level. The charger arrangement may be incorporated into a retractable dog lead.
Patent GB-2580941-A (GB)
Title: Casino apparatus and method
Inventor: EDWARD GEORGE CLARKSON
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2019-01-31
Abstract: Operating a casino apparatus comprising the steps of: initiating an operative period of the first of a plurality of physical random number generators 14, 15; initiating a betting period of said first physical random number generator; accepting betting information input from a player into one or more gaming terminals, 18, 20, 22; concluding said betting period; initiating a “no more bets” period of said first physical random number generator; generating, detecting and revealing a random number; concluding said operative period; eliminating betting options and/or win conditions according to said random number, leaving one or more remaining win conditions; repeating the previous steps for each remaining physical random number generator in sequence; initiating an exit period; assessing said input betting information against remaining win conditions, and issuing a jackpot to a player whose input betting information matches one or more of said remaining win conditions. The physical random number generators may be automatic dice shakers each having a controlled occluding hood to prevent players seeing the die or dice until appropriate. The game played may be sic bo. The aim of the invention is to provide the maximum number of betting opportunities in a given game to enhance the overall consumer experience.
Patent GB-2582665-A (GB)
Title: Feature dataset classification
Inventor: EMRE ÖZER
IPC: G06F16/906
Filed: 2019-03-29
Abstract: Multiple feature data values, represented by a set of bits are used to indicate a set of features, so that class retrieval circuitry can retrieve class indications for each feature data value. The class indications are predetermined for each permutation of the set of bits for each feature. This enables determination of a classification, which may use a Bayes classifier, such as a Gausssian naïve Bayes classifier, in the training phase as a best indication, and may be based on a single distribution type or heterogeneous types. The class indications may have a look-up table format, and retrieved in parallel for each feature data value. The classification may be determined by a vote, and indications may be weighted. This may be used in a wearable plastic device with feature datasets coupled to sensors.
Patent GB-2568850-A (GB)
Title: Adapting a line-following automated guided vehicle
Inventor: PAUL RIVERS
IPC: G05D1/02
Filed: 2017-09-13
Abstract: A module to adapt an existing line-following automated guided vehicle into an automated guided vehicle that can navigate along a path without requiring a physical guide line to follow. The module has a communication interface which receives path information relating to a virtual path the line-following automated guided vehicle is to follow around an environment. An input to the module receives location information relating to the location of the line-following automated guided vehicle. A processor generates a control signal based on an off set between the location of the line-following automated guided vehicle and a location on the virtual path. The line-following automated guided vehicle has an existing steering controller that steers the line-following automated guided vehicle along a path by following a physical guide line. The control signal from the module is generated in a format to control the existing steering controller to steer the line-following automated guided vehicle navigate along the virtual path without needing to follow a physical guide line.
Patent GB-2575378-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle management system, vehicle-mounted device, vehicle management method, and program
Inventor: Shigetaka Fukuzaki
IPC: G08G1/09
Filed: 2017-03-30
Abstract: This vehicle-mounted device, mounted in a host vehicle, identifies another vehicle from an image of the surroundings of the host vehicle as captured by an image capture device. The vehicle-mounted device then detects identification information about another vehicle located within a vehicle-to-vehicle communication range of the host vehicle, on the basis of a signal received from a vehicle-mounted device of the other vehicle via vehicle-to-vehicle communication. The vehicle-mounted device in the host vehicle then determines whether the acquired identification information is associated with the vehicle identified from the image.
Patent GB-2587658-A (GB)
Title: Reduced pressure drop in wet gas pipelines by injection of condensate
Inventor: PETER SASSAN JOHANSSON
IPC: F17D3/12
Filed: 2019-10-04
Abstract: A method of reducing pressure drop between an inlet and an outlet of a flowline carrying a multiphase flow of gas and liquids, wherein at least 99% of the volume flow rate of the multiphase flow is gas, and wherein the liquids comprise water and hydrocarbon condensates; the method comprising: injecting hydrocarbon condensate to the multiphase flow. Aspects include the hydrocarbon condensate is injected at a subsea well head of a gas producing system, or wherein the inlet of the flowline is an inlet of a gas export pipeline. The hydrate inhibitor may be monoethylene glycol, MEG, or triethylene glycol, TEG.
Patent GB-2593145-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in ironing booths for clothing
Inventor: CHIKODI ORAKA
IPC: D06F58/16
Filed: 2020-02-03
Abstract: The ironing booth 1 for clothes includes a booth 11 with frontal doors 3, 17 having a row of vertical supply panels 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 inside. The panel surfaces include steam holes 13 and heat points 12. A creation means for steam (33, 41, Figure 2) is provided in the base of the booth. The panels are adapted to receive the steam inside their body and control its release into the booth and exit from the booth using automated control 19. The booth may also include a clothes rail 7 and clothing hangers 2. Clothes may be hung on the hangers between the supply panels. The means to supply steam inside the supply panels may be provided by vertical steam tubes 25, 47 inside each panel. The steam tubes may control the amount of steam entering the supply panel interior via two tubes inserted within each other, having openings which open and close. The heat points may have electrical elements 21 to heat them. The steam creation means may include a water tank linked to a mains supply and a heat plate supplied by mains electricity. Steam may exit from the booth via a vent duct 16.
Patent GB-2597056-A (GB)
Title: Roller shutter locking apparatus
Inventor: LAWRENCE DAVID STRATTON
IPC: E05C3/04
Filed: 2020-07-02
Abstract: A lock securing apparatus for securing a lock comprising a rotating hook with a catch. The lock securing apparatus comprises a hook engaging arm 5 movable between a first position engaging and preventing withdrawal of the hook 3a and a second position disengaged from the hook permitting the hook to move. A stop member 6 is movable between a position preventing movement of the engaging arm 5 and a position which permits the engaging arm to release the hook 5. A latch mechanism 8 retains the engaging arm 5 in the disengaged position, pivoting the hook to locked position abuts and moves the latch/trigger 8 to release the engaging arm. An actuator such as a linear piston controlled electrically/pneumatic/hydraulic moves the stop member. The actuator may be controlled electrically to move the stop member and disengage the arm 5 from the hook 3. The electronic controller may include a timer and/or GPS module to permit unlocking only at predetermined geographic locations. Preferably sensors detect positions of the engaging, stop and latch arms.
Patent GB-2593569-A (GB)
Title: Dust-reduced ammonium-free bleaching powder
Inventor: BERND ANDERHEGGEN
IPC: A61Q5/08
Filed: 2020-12-09
Abstract: A bleaching powder comprising: a) at least one oxidizing agent selected from the sodium salts and potassium salts of a peroxosulphuric acid, and mixtures thereof, b) 0.1 – 15 wt.% of at least one branched fatty alcohol with 8 - 24 carbon atoms, c) 0.01 – 15 wt.% of at least one dialkyl ether with 6 to 18 C atoms in the alkyl group, d) at least one inorganic alkalizing agent which is solid at 20 °C and 1013 mbar, and e) from 0 to 8% by weight of water; wherein the total amount of oils, including components b) and c), is from about 0.2 - 20% by weight, and wherein the bleaching powder does not contain any ammonium compounds, paraffin oil, mineral oil, or silicone compounds. Preferably, the persulfate oxidising agent(s) accounts for 5 – 85 wt.% of the composition. The inorganic alkalising agent may be sodium silicate or sodium metasilicate.
Patent GB-2592300-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to a multi-access edge computing (MEC) network
Inventor: WALTER FEATHERSTONE
IPC: H04W56/00
Filed: 2020-12-23
Abstract: A method of managing user equipment (UE) access to a particular application in a telecommunication network, the network serving the UE from a first application server instance. The network detects the UE’s presence within an overlapping region of coverage (e.g. by geolocation of the UE) between a coverage area of the first application server and a coverage area of a second application server. As a result, the network establishes a duplicate of the UE’s application user context at the second application server instance. The first and second application servers may be associated with the same multi-access edge computing (MEC) network. The method may comprise invoking a traffic rule whereby data traffic is steered to both first and second application servers such that the UE’s application user context can be maintained at both first and second application server instances. The application server instances’ responses may be compared to check if synchronisation is being maintained.
Patent GB-2599177-A (GB)
Title: A method of determining a position of a rotor of a brushless permanent magnet motor
Inventor: MATE HORVAT
IPC: H02P25/022
Filed: 2021-02-25
Abstract: A position of a rotor of a brushless permanent magnet motor is determined by measuring a current value indicative of current flowing through a phase winding of the motor and providing a reference voltage value indicative of a voltage applied to the phase winding of the motor. A phase of back EMF induced in the phase winding is calculated using the measured current value and the reference voltage value, and a zero-crossing point of the back EMF induced in the phase winding is determined using the calculated phase of back EMF induced in the phase winding. A rotor position signal is generated based on the determined zero-crossing point. T he zero-crossing point of the back EMF induced in the phase winding may be determined utilising any of a calculated phase of back EMF induced in the phase winding, an amplitude of the back EMF induced in the phase winding; and a frequency representative of the frequency of back EMF induced in the phase winding. The motor system 10 may comprise a three phase brushless permanent magnet motor 12 and a control system 14 and may be powered by an AC mains power supply 16.
Patent GB-2593374-A (GB)
Title: Measuring the oil content in oil-based drilling fluids
Inventor: XIANGNAN YE
IPC: G01N33/28
Filed: 2018-12-27
Abstract: Systems and methods for measurement of the oil content in oil-based drilling may be provided in accordance with embodiments of the present disclosure. A method for measuring oil content of an oil-based drilling fluid may include providing a sample of the oil-based drilling fluid. The method may further include performing electro impedance spectroscopy on the sample by a process that comprises applying an alternating electric current to the sample and measuring a response of sample to obtain electro impedance spectroscopy measurements. The method may further include determining an estimate of the oil content of the sample based, at least partially on the electro impedance spectroscopy measurements.
Patent GB-2607620-A (GB)
Title: High pressure grinding roll module
Inventor: MARTIJN HESEN
IPC: B30B15/04
Filed: 2021-06-09
Abstract: A high pressure grinding roller (HPGR) module 10 for coupling to an installed high pressure grinding roll frame 14 having an opening (32, Fig 5) and insertion end (30). Module 10 has housing (102, Fig 3) dimensioned to be inserted into installed frame opening (32, 176) and coupled to the installed frame. An end wall (26) is operable to close the housing near the installed frame opening 32, and to provide structural support for the housing. A pair of rollers 20a, b. mounted on shafts 18 are mounted within the housing. The associated HPRG may be retro-fitted and a method of removing components is also disclosed. Other components shown include bearing housings 16, keyway 22, hydraulic cylinders 24, sheet metal door 28, roller transport unit 24, feed device 36 having hopper 38 and feed conveyors 40, motor 40 and concrete base 12.
Patent GB-2611788-A (GB)
Title: Prediction of fade outages
Inventor: CHARILAOS KOUROGIORGAS
IPC: H04B17/391
Filed: 2021-10-14
Abstract: The disclosure relates to methods and apparatus for providing a prediction of fade outage of a feeder link (18, Fig. 1) between a satellite (10, Fig. 1) and a ground station gateway (12, fig. 1) within a prediction time interval, t. Rainfall forecast data (Rt-2, Rt-1, Rt, Rt+1, Rt+2) for the gateway is received for a plurality of forecast time intervals which include a plurality of time intervals (t+1, t+2) after the prediction time interval. The rainfall forecast data is then input to a trained fade outage model, FOMi, which outputs the prediction of fade outage, X, in response to the input. A method of training the model is also disclosed (see Figure 7). The invention may be applied to smart gateway diversity control, in which case the switching of data traffic between gateways is based on predictions of fade outage.