baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2495403-A (GB)
Title: Using a caustic etchant to remove refractory metal from a super-hard body
Inventor: DAVEL JACOBUS STEPHANUS
IPC: C04B41/91
Filed: 2012-10-05
Abstract: Refractory metal on a surface of a composite body which also comprises a super-hard structure is removed by contacting the composite body with a molten caustic corrosive agent for a sufficient time to remove refractory metal material from the composite body. The caustic agent can be NaOH, KOH, LiOH, an alkali or alkaline earth metal hydride or an alkali metal. The method is used for removing hot isostatic pressing jackets made of tungsten, molybdenum, vanadium, zirconium, niobium, hafnium, chromium or tantalum from polycrystalline diamond-cemented carbide drill bit inserts. A layer of refractory metal carbide formed between the refractory metal carbide and the polycrystalline diamond can be removed be blasting or grinding.
Patent GB-2507799-A (GB)
Title: Gate valve
Inventor: GOODWIN ANTHONY
IPC: F16K3/16
Filed: 2012-11-09
Abstract: A gate valve 10 comprises a valve body 12, 14 including an aperture 20, 22. A gate 42 is reciprocally movable within the body between a first position in which the aperture is occluded to a second position in which the aperture is open. The gate 42 moves over bearing members 36a, 36b. Loading members 30a, 30b urge the bearing members 36a, 36b against the gate 42. The loading members comprise lattice-like elastomeric mats 30a, 30b.
Patent GB-2507833-A (GB)
Title: An adjustable chair and harness arrangement
Inventor: BAINS NINA
IPC: A47D15/00
Filed: 2013-03-04
Abstract: A harness and childs chair arrangement wherein the harness can be attached to the chair 100 at a plurality of different points 128 to alter its height such that a child can be secured in a sitting or standing position. A back portion of the chair 100 may have a number of attachment slits 128 at different heights to which the harness can hook 126 onto. The harness may have a crotch support and a waist support which are adjustable in length. The harness may be used with a high chair arrangement in which the high chair can be converted into a table and chair arrangement for a child.
Patent GB-2515102-A (GB)
Title: Particulate filter overheat protection
Inventor: BROWN NICHOLAS JAMES
IPC: H01H37/76
Filed: 2013-06-14
Abstract: An engine exhaust system comprises a diesel particulate filter, and a thermal fuse 12 disposed in the exhaust flow path through or from the filter. The fuse comprises a body of an electrically conductive fusible material 24, into which extends a pair of electrical contacts 22 of a material having a higher melting point than the fusible material. The fusible material may be disposed in a tubular casing 14 which is open at one end. The casing may be orientated so that the open end faces downwards, so the fusible material can flow under gravity from the casing when melted. A method of detecting overheating of the diesel particulate filter comprises monitoring the resistance of the thermal fuse. An increase in the resistance above a predetermined value causes generation of an engine stop signal.
Patent GB-2503818-A (GB)
Title: Container for use in a washing process
Inventor: KRUBASIK LUCIA
IPC: A47L15/44
Filed: 2012-01-30
Abstract: A container having a plurality of compartments wherein at least one compartment comprises a solid detergent composition and at least one compartment comprises a detergent composi- tion which is in the form of a liquid or a gel and wherein adjacent compartments are arranged in a non-superposed or non-superposable relationship.
Patent GB-2508262-A (GB)
Title: Heated lubrication system for an engine
Inventor: ROUAUD CEDRIC
IPC: F01M5/00
Filed: 2013-08-30
Abstract: A vehicle has an engine 10 and a lubrication system 12 for the engine. The lubrication system includes a lubricant reservoir 14 for storing engine lubricant 16 and a heater 28 arranged for heating lubricant as it travels between the reservoir and the engine. The lubrication system further includes a conduit 20, 24, for conveying engine lubricant between the reservoir and the vehicle engine, and the heater is in contact with an external surface of the conduit and is able to provide heating of the conduit. The heater can be an electrically-conductive heating element, and the heater may be a helically wound resistive wire around the outside of the conduit which may be supplied with power via any one of a vehicle battery, a vehicle alternator, or regenerative breaking of the vehicle. To enhance heating, the heater may be enclosed by an insulating material 32, and the heating element may be controlled by temperature sensors 36 and an engine control unit 38. The arrangement permits improved control of lubricant temperature, for example during start-up.
Patent GB-2508080-A (GB)
Title: Modular patient support system
Inventor: HARLOW GERALD
IPC: A47C20/02
Filed: 2013-09-20
Abstract: A modular support system 300 for a patient 302 comprises a sheet 250 for attachment to a mattress and including a first part 252 of a releasable fastening mechanism (for example the loop of a hook-and-loop system) and a plurality of support members 100, 130, 160, 190, 200 each including a second part 138 of the releasable fastening mechanism (for example the hook of a hook and loop system); by which each of the support members can be releasably fastened to the sheet at different positions. A first and a second of the plurality of support members have different shapes which are adapted to support different body parts. Each of the support members may be made from a resiliently deformable material such as foam and have a washable/wipe-able cover. The system can also include a mat (400, Fig 12A) to which the sheet can be attached rather than being attached to a mattress on a bed.
Patent GB-2518244-A (GB)
Title: Simultaneous editing/accessing of content by collaborator invitation through a web-based or mobile application to a cloud-based collaboration platform
Inventor: BERGER JONATHAN
IPC: G06Q10/10
Filed: 2013-09-24
Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for a web or mobile interface enabling users 206, 208 to simultaneously comment or edit content 215, 235 in real time or near real time managed by a cloud-based collaboration platform 250. The data to be accessed concurrently is presented or depicted at the multiple physical devices 202 to the users for viewing and accessing the data in real time or near real time. Each of the users is able to view, re-edit, or re-modify in a concurrent fashion, at their own physical device. Any edits or modifications made to the data in real time or near real time are visible to all users accessing the data at their respective physical devices. The method may comprise a first and second graphical user interface (GUI) (fig 10, 1001, 1002) for a folder and modification of the data respectively.
Patent GB-2522174-A (GB)
Title: Methodology for priority assignment under backward-compatibility constraints
Inventor: POLZLBAUER FLORIAN
IPC: G06F9/48
Filed: 2013-10-03
Abstract: This invention describes a methodology to build a schedule for a priority-based real-time system, which is feasible / schedulable, is backward-compatible to the given schedule, and is extensible towards future modifications. A set of old frames is input to the system and retain their priority. For each frame in a set of new frames with unassigned priorities a temporary priority is assigned having a priority higher than any old frame. A set of unassigned frames are then allocated to a new set and the next free priority level is identified. An unassigned frame is assigned to the free priority level and a determination is made whether the allocation is feasible. If acceptable the frame is allocated until the set of unassigned frames is empty. If the allocation is not feasible the next higher priority is used. The process is repeated until all frames have been allocated. In a second embodiment a threshold value based on the response time and deadline may be used to allocate the priority.
Patent GB-2509374-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for assembling printed radio frequency identification (rfid) tags
Inventor: WU YILIANG
IPC: G06K19/077
Filed: 2013-11-07
Abstract: Apparatus and a method are provided for assembling a printed radio frequency identification (RFID) tag assembly 100. The RFID tag assembly includes a substrate 110 including a top surface, and a receiving layer, comprising a plurality of receiving pads 130 having conductive properties located on the top surface of the substrate. The RFID tag includes an antenna 140 printed/deposited on the receiving layer and bonded to the receiving layer using at least one of a wedge bonding technique, a ball bonding technique or an adhesive. The antenna is deposited in the form of a wire or ribbon. The RFID tag assembly may further include a chip 120 located on the top surface of the substrate. The antenna may include at least one of copper, aluminum, palladium-covered copper, and aluminum-covered copper wire or ribbon.
Patent GB-2518018-A (GB)
Title: Touch integrated circuit and display device integrated with touch screen using the same
Inventor: HAN MAN HYEOP
IPC: G06F3/044
Filed: 2013-11-29
Abstract: Disclosed is a display device 100 integrated with a touch screen 110. The display panel has a plurality of first electrodes 112 arranged in parallel in a first direction and a plurality of second electrodes 114 arranged in parallel in a second direction, and a switching unit 200 that applies a common voltage to the electrodes when the panel operates in a display driving mode. When the panel operates in a touch driving mode, the switching unit applies a first touch scan pulse to the electrodes during a first period, and applies a second touch scan pulse to the electrodes during a second period. The display also has first touch sensing unit 300 configured to apply the first touch scan pulse to the switching unit, and a second touch sensing unit 400 configured to apply the second touch scan pulse to the switching unit. The switching unit may group the first electrodes and the second electrodes into units of at least two electrodes to connect the grouped electrodes to the first and second sensing units. The different sense units are so that the touch screen is sensitive to self-capacitive (styluses or pens) and mutual capacitive type touches (fingers).
Patent GB-2511648-A (GB)
Title: Facility and method for preparing wood fibres for a culture substrate
Inventor: BEAUDET ERIC
IPC: A01G9/10
Filed: 2012-09-26
Abstract: The facility comprises a defibration sheath ( 10) having an input (20) for wood chips (16) and an output (22) for the fibres (24), and containing two parallel screws (12, 14) capable of being driven in rotation in such a way as to engage with one another via their respective threads (12B, 14B), said threads successively having, in the direction from the upstream side to the downstream side, at least one upstream series and one downstream series of sections (SM, SI, SA) each comprising an upstream direct-pitch driving area (SME, SIE, SAE) and a downstream reverse pitch braking area (SMF, SIF, SAF), the threads of the braking area having notches (12C, 14C), the notches in the threads of the downstream braking area (SAF) of the downstream series (SA) being smaller than the notches of the threads of the downstream braking area (SMF) of the upstream series (SM). The number of notches (12C, 14C) per thread of each braking area (SMF, SIF, SAF) is between 2 and 6 and the ratio Rsd between the flow of outgoing fibres and the sum of the sections of the notches of a thread of the downstream braking area (SAF) of the downstream series (SA) is between 60 and 80 mm2/m3h-1, and preferably between 70 and 75 mm2/m3h-1.
Patent GB-2526521-A (GB)
Title: Latching frame for a sign
Inventor: GRAY DERICK
IPC: B60R13/10
Filed: 2014-04-14
Abstract: A frame (10, Fig.1) suitable for retaining a number plate (13), said frame comprising first 11 and second (12, Fig.3) elements relatively movable from an open condition, permitting insertion of a sign therein (Fig.8), to a closed condition (Fig.9), in which the sign is in use retained; said frame further including a release mechanism, latch (61, Fig.6), operable on relative movement of the first and second elements to maintain the closed condition, where said latch is concealed beneath said sign in use. The latch can only be accessed by destroying the number plate by drilling a hole through it. Locking arms 31 engage the latch to secure the first and second elements in a locked position by sliding along channel 18. Tongues (44, Fig. 3) extend through apertures 19 to engage with locking arm 31 when frame is in closed condition. Hooks 23 retain the latch in the circular recess 22. Also claimed method of assembly and removal. The invention provides a secure, anti theft or tamper means of retaining a number plate.
Patent GB-2525913-A (GB)
Title: Synchronisation of audio and video playback
Inventor: BURRIDGE ROSS
IPC: H04N21/43
Filed: 2014-05-08
Abstract: Playback of audio content is synchronised with displayed video content based on at least one ultrasonic synchronisation signal received during display of the video content. The ultrasonic synchronisation signal comprises a timecode carrying part 410 that encodes a respective time code through modulation of one or more ultrasonic carrier signals 410-1 to 410-8, and an ultrasonic marker signal 420 at a different carrier frequency than the one or more ultrasonic carrier signals. The ultrasonic marker signal being conterminous with the timecode carrying part. The timecode carrying part of a digitised ultrasonic synchronisation signal in the digitised ultrasonic signal is identified based on a received ultrasonic marker signal, and decoded to determine the corresponding timecode. A playback point in a stored audio content is determined based on the determined timecode, and the stored audio content is played from the determined playback point such that the audio content is played in synchronisation with the video content.
Patent GB-2516552-A (GB)
Title: Wirelessly reconfigurable antenna
Inventor: NIKITIN PAVEL
IPC: H01Q3/24
Filed: 2014-06-09
Abstract: A device or method, suitable for generating wireless transmissions, comprises a fixed antenna 1110 with a first radiation pattern. A parasitic antenna element 1120 is arranged with two discrete components positioned near the fixed antenna, or an active antenna element 1125. A switch 1130 in a first state connects the two discrete components such that the parasitic antenna 1120 is resonant or it connects an active antenna element 1125 to a high impedance part of the fixed antenna 1110 and in a second state it disconnects the two discrete components of the parasitic antenna element or disconnects an active antenna element from the fixed antenna. A controller 1140 for the switch 1130 and a proximity sensor 1150 are provided which are used to control the switch state depending on the proximity of a user of the device such that an appropriate antenna beam pattern is produced. Alternative apparatus and reconfigurable antenna array arrangements are disclosed, as well as an alternative antenna element configuration method, which may involve: power harvesting, controlled switching, a received wireless signal comprising data and switch control components, multiple means for radiating an electromagnetic signal and multiple switches where each switch has a unique addressable identifier for controlling the switch.
Patent GB-2518960-A (GB)
Title: Wire branching connector
Inventor: MORI YOSHIO
IPC: H02G15/08
Filed: 2014-08-08
Abstract: A wire branching connecter for branching cables, even if the trunk cable is an active line, comprising; an insulated housing 2, a contact 1 with slits 14 (see also figure 18), a middle portion 21, a left moveable end portion 22, a right moveable end portion 23, and a wire lid 6. The moveable end portions are connected to the middle portion by a connection band 5 so that the moveable end portions can be folded towards the top of the middle portion. The middle portion has trenches 4 and 3, for receiving the branch and the trunk cables respectively. The cables are also received by slits 14 to contact the cables, the moveable end portions are then folded on top of the cables which slot into trenches 31 and 41. A wire lid 6 for positioning a cable end is formed at the end of trench 4. The wire lid may be connected by removable connecting portions (61, figure 16).
Patent GB-2522105-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for preventing instability in a vehicle-trailer combination
Inventor: STRANO GIOVANNI
IPC: B60D1/30
Filed: 2012-09-06
Abstract: A method of preventing instability in a vehicle-trailer combination 10 is provided. The method comprises monitoring relative movement between the vehicle 20 and the trailer 30 using a system comprising optical sensing means such as a rearward facing camera, and determining a trailer yaw condition in dependence on a signal output from the camera. The yaw frequency or yaw angle is determined, the yaw angle being between the longitudinal axes LV and LT of the vehicle 20 and trailer 30 respectively. The method further comprises comparing the determined trailer yaw condition to a predetermined threshold yaw condition, and when the determined trailer yaw condition is equal to or greater than the predetermined threshold yaw condition, outputting an alert signal indicative of the onset of instability in the vehicle-trailer combination. The signal is output to the driver for corrective measures to be taken.
Patent GB-2525282-A (GB)
Title: Digital radio receiver system
Inventor: MERRICKS JON
IPC: H04H20/62
Filed: 2015-02-16
Abstract: A digital radio receiver system is provided as a module for retro-fit connection to the radio aerial/antenna of a vehicle or the like. The system comprises an antenna 21 connected to a radio receiver 19 which is configured to scan and receive digital radio channels (e.g. DAB, DARS). A wireless communications module (e.g. Bluetooth module 29) wirelessly transmits information about available digital radio channels to an external device, such as a smartphone or tablet 39. A user selects a digital channel at the device 39, the user selection being transmitted back to the wireless module 29. The selected digital channel is decoded (e.g. at converter DAC 27) and transmitted as a modulated (e.g. Frequency modulated FM) signal down a wired feed 9 to an existing analogue radio head unit 11 for output on a given channel. A renewable power supply unit 23, such as a wind turbine or solar cell unit, supplies electrical energy to a battery 31 to power the receiver, communications module and transmitter. The adaptor may be provided as a single module 1 to be fitted to an existing whip or fin-type aerial base 3 and enables retro-fitting of a digital radio reception capability without requiring physical connection to the existing vehicle power supply system. Also disclosed is a digital radio receiver system and method in which data associating a plurality of analogue radio frequencies with respective digital radio channels is stored.
Patent GB-2535527-A (GB)
Title: Trailer brake system
Inventor: MATTHEW FRY
IPC: B60T13/38
Filed: 2015-02-23
Abstract: Trailer brake system with a braking ECU, 300, which is connected to a standards compliant communication bus, CAN bus 303, on the trailer, and is adapted to receive data inputs from sensors on the trailer, and control a first pressure modulator. The brake system further comprises an electro pneumatic module 301, which receives further data inputs relating to auxiliary functionality from sensors, such as trailer access point 305 and tyre pressure monitors 306, on the trailer via a second standards compliant communication bus, CAN bus 304. The electro pneumatic module 301 is connected to the braking ECU, 300, via a third standards compliant communication bus, 302.
Patent GB-2536031-A (GB)
Title: The angled blade safety razor
Inventor: ERIC EDWARD BLAKEY
IPC: B26B21/14
Filed: 2015-03-05
Abstract: A safety razor with either one or multiple blades 2, where the cutting edges of any blades are at an angle, eg 45 degrees, to the cutting/shaving stroke direction, whilst facing the same way as the cutting/shaving stroke direction, and parallel to the skin, so that when the razor is drawn across the skin, the blade or blades cut through the hairs at an angle, in a slicing motion.
Patent GB-2524187-A (GB)
Title: Bag capable of emitting light
Inventor: WONG SIU LING
IPC: A45C15/06
Filed: 2013-06-24
Abstract: Disclosed is a bag capable of emitting light, composed of a bag main body (1) and a light-emitting system mounted in the bag main body (1), and characterized in that the bag main body (1) comprises an inner lining (3) made of fibre optic fabric, the light-emitting system comprises a power source E, a switch K (2) and a lamp L, the fibre optic fabric is woven out of optic fibres, and the lamp L is embedded in the optic fibres. The beneficial effects of the bag capable of emitting light are: the inner lining (3) of the bag can emit light, making finding items in the bag extremely easy in the dark; a simple electrical circuit and convenient use, and when the bag is closed, no light is emitted, and when the bag is opened, the inner lining of the bag emits light.
Patent GB-2543580-A (GB)
Title: Portable sports post
Inventor: MICHAEL MILES
IPC: A63B69/00
Filed: 2015-10-23
Abstract: A portable sports post 10 has a hollow base 14 with an opening 18 for receiving ballast, such as sand or water, together with an inflatable upright 12 attached to the base 14. The arrangement of components leads to a lightweight post which can readily be transported and rapidly set up on a range of surfaces. The post may comprise at least one strap (32 fig.2) attached to the base in order to increase the stability of the device when in use. The post may additionally comprise means to secure at least one peg to the base. The bottom face of the base may comprise a channel (38 fig. 2) to secure the one or more pegs (39 fig.2). The post may also comprise means to attach to an anchor, with the post being suitable for use in water-based activities.
Patent GB-2544300-A (GB)
Title: Adjustment device for a valve and method
Inventor: INIGO GUISASOLA
IPC: F01L3/10
Filed: 2015-11-11
Abstract: An adjustment device 130 for a valve in an internal combustion engine comprising an adjustment element 132 and a fixation element 134. The adjustment element has a first end connected to a spring 128 of the valve and a thread 166 for connecting the adjustment element with a cylinder head 102. The fixation element is in threaded connection 162/164 with the adjustment element, wherein the fixation element has an end 174 placed on the cylinder head. The fixation element may be attached to the cylinder head. A valve stem 142 may pass through an opening in the adjustment element, and there may be a clearance between the valve stem and adjustment element to allow free movement of intake valve 124. A valve rotating mechanism 138 may be incorporated with the adjustment element. The device may be used to adjust spring tension and thereby control valve closing times.
Patent GB-2537470-A (GB)
Title: Drill Bit Arm Pocket
Inventor: MICHAEL BURL CRAWFORD
IPC: E21B47/01
Filed: 2013-10-31
Abstract: A disclosed embodiment for a drill bit arm for a rotary subterranean drill bit includes a pocket that extends radially inward from an outer surface of the drill bit arm. The pocket may include a void where work piece material has been removed. The pocket may be next to a leading edge of the drill bit arm and may extend to remove at least a portion of a trailing edge of the drill bit arm. When the drill bit arm includes a lifting surface, the pocket may be next to and follow an upward curvature of the lifting surface. The pocket may reduce wear and tear on the drill bit arm during operation. The pocket may provide a location for placing a desired piece of equipment, such as an instrumentation element and/or a communication element.