baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2417871-A (GB)
Title: Interface for viewing images on a digital camera
Inventor: SKURDAL VINCENT C
IPC: H04N1/21
Filed: 2005-08-10
Abstract: A digital camera that provides for an efficient technique for locating photographs stored in a data storage device. The digital camera comprises a display 32, a memory device 14 for storing digital photographs, a navigation device 34, 35, and processing circuitry 12 coupled to the display, memory device and navigation device. Firmware 13 runs on the processing circuitry and implements a user interface 50 in conjunction with the navigation device and display. The firmware displays a bar graph 17 and a marker 18 on the display identifying the relative location of a currently displayed photograph, and configures the navigation device to selectively move the marker left and right along the bar graph to locate 10 photographs stored in the memory device. One aim of the invention is to reduce power consumption by reducing use of display 32.
Patent GB-2419195-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic valve arrangement for assisting regenerative working
Inventor: DIXEN CARL CHRISTIAN
IPC: F15B11/024
Filed: 2005-10-12
Abstract: A valve arrangement has first A and second B work connections connectable to a hydraulic load 2 and connected to a supply arrangement having pressure P and tank T connections by a first valve 12 for closing the pressure connection or acting under a control arrangement to connect it to either of the work connections and a second valve 16 for closing the tank connection or connecting it to either of the work connections. At least one of the valves has a position in which the work connections are connected to each other and also preferably to one of the pressure or tank connections. The valves connecting the work connections may be a four position, three way valves which may be electro-hydraulically operated independently of each other with or without relay valves with a variable throttle in the tank line.
Patent GB-2433407-A (GB)
Title: Chemical delivery system
Inventor: WORBOYS NICHOLAS HUGH
IPC: A01M7/00
Filed: 2005-12-20
Abstract: A vehicle mounted chemical delivery system which includes a first spraying arrangement connected to a first liquid reservoir 30 and a second spraying arrangement connected to a second liquid reservoir 32. The first spraying arrangement is provided with a first spray outlet 26, and said second spraying arrangement is provided with a second spray outlet 28, said spray outlets 26,28 being mounted in spaced relation to one another and the first and second spraying arrangements are operable simultaneously.
Patent GB-2421501-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for controlling biomass growth in suspended carrier bioreactor
Inventor: FRISCH SAMUEL
IPC: C02F3/22
Filed: 2004-10-08
Abstract: The present invention provides a bioreactor comprising a vessel having a bottom region and an interior configured to contain an aqueous suspension of biomass and media. A first gas outlet is provided at the bottom region of the vessel. The first gas outlet is positioned to introduce a first stream of gas to promote growth of the biomass on the media. A lift tube is disposed within the vessel, the lift tube having an inlet disposed at the bottom region of the vessel. A second gas outlet is disposed proximal the lift tube inlet to feed gas to the inlet of the lift tube.
Patent GB-2422114-A (GB)
Title: Extra-aortic patch
Inventor: PETERS WILLIAM SUTTLE
IPC: A61M1/10
Filed: 2004-10-28
Abstract: A method of heart assistance including the step of directly attaching a heart assist device (12) including an inflatable balloon or chamber (18) to the exterior of an arterial vessel (10).
Patent GB-2425832-A (GB)
Title: Authenticating an authentic article using spectral imaging and analysis
Inventor: MOSHE DANNY
IPC: G07D7/12
Filed: 2004-12-01
Abstract: Authenticating an authentic article having an authentication mark. Acquiring a set of spectral images of the authentication mark, for forming a set of single-authentication mark spectral fingerprint data (FIG. 1). Identifying at least one spectral shift in the set of single-authentication mark spectral fingerprint data, for forming an intra-authentication mark physicochemical region group including sub-sets of intra-authentication mark spectral fingerprint pattern data, such that data elements in each sub-set are shifted relative to corresponding data elements in remaining sub-sets in the same intra-authentication mark physicochemical region group (FIG. 2). Forming a set of intra-authentication mark physicochemical properties and characteristics data relating to the imaged authentication mark, by performing pattern recognition and classification analysis on the intra-authentication mark physicochemical region group (FIG. 3). Comparing and matching elements in the set of intra-authentication mark physicochemical properties and characteristics data to corresponding reference elements in reference set of data, thereby authenticating the authentic article.
Patent GB-2440106-A (GB)
Title: Installation of a fire extinguisher or the like in a motor vehicle
Inventor: STAFFORD RICHARD JOHN
IPC: A62C13/78
Filed: 2006-07-14
Abstract: A fire extinguisher 15 is carried on its own mounting bracket 16 which is itself mounted in the loadspace of motor vehicle (fig 1) which includes a floor panel 12 positioned immediately behind rear seats (not shown). The mounting bracket 16 is fastened to a mounting clip 17 of a substantially U-shaped section which includes a raised plinth portion 23 and two clip portions 24 each comprising a pair of legs 25, 26 and a base 27, one leg, i.e. the upper leg 25 of each pair, being above the floor panel 12 while the other leg, i.e. the lower leg 26, is below the floor panel 12. Each clip portion 24 includes a base 28 which is intermediate the legs 25, 26 and lies vertically along a peripheral edge 31 of the floor panel 12 adjacent a rear wheel arch 32. The floor panel 12 is supported by a floor pan 38 which forms part of the vehicle body and which has stiffening ribs 39. In use, the mounting clip 17 together with the fire extinguisher 15 and mounting bracket 16 is pushed onto the side of the floor panel 12 before the floor panel is placed into the vehicle.
Patent GB-2427873-A (GB)
Title: Method for making high purity cardiomyocyte preparations suitable for regenerative medicine
Inventor: GOLD JOSEPH D
IPC: C12N5/071
Filed: 2005-03-18
Abstract: This invention provides a new procedure for generating cardiomyocyte lineage cells from embryonic stem cells for use in regenerative medicine. Differentiating by way of embryoid body formation or in serum is no longer required. Instead, the stem cells are plated onto a solid substrate, and differentiated in the presence of select factors and morphogens. After enrichment for cells with the appropriate phenotype, the cells are allowed to cluster into cardiac bodiesTM, which are remarkably homogeneous and suitable for the treatment of heart disease.
Patent GB-2435730-A (GB)
Title: Interactive communication system
Inventor: AHOPELTO TIMO
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2006-11-02
Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to method of, and system for, controlling access to a plurality of communications sessions involving a plurality of users. Embodiments of the invention provide a method of controlling access to a plurality of communications sessions, each of said communications sessions being for access by a plurality of users, wherein data identifying said plurality of communications sessions have been stored in association with data indicative of one or more characteristics thereof, the method comprising: ```receiving a request to initiate communications among members of a group of users, said request comprising data identifying the group of users; ```responsive to receiving said request, selecting a communications session on the basis of data identifying the group and at least some of said stored data indicative of characteristics of a given communications session; and ```transmitting messages to at least some members of the group, the or each message having a message body comprising data providing access to the selected communications session and a destination address determined from data indicative of a given member of the group.
Patent GB-2444334-A (GB)
Title: Shrouded wind turbine
Inventor: COLLINS BENJAMIN CHRISTOPHER
IPC: F03D3/04
Filed: 2006-12-02
Abstract: A transverse flow roller wind turbine comprises a bladed rotor 1 and a shroud 6; the blades 5 being exposed to the wind for at least part of their rotation, and being covered by the shroud 6 for at least part of their rotation. The turbine rotor 1 may have a horizontal axis with the blades 5 being exposed to the wind above the shroud 6. The turbine rotor 1 may be located along the apex of a pitched roof which forms the shroud 6. Alternatively the turbine rotor 1 may have a vertical axis and may be combined with a civil feature such as a lighting tower (figure 3). The rotor blades 5 may define a full, partial or double helical shape, and/or they may comprise a number of individual blade portions (22, figure 5). A sail (15, figures 3, 6) may be provided to align the turbine rotor with the direction of the wind.
Patent GB-2433439-A (GB)
Title: Use of transmission dyes to protect human skin from UV radiation
Inventor: MUELLER STEFAN
IPC: A61Q17/04
Filed: 2006-12-07
Abstract: Disclosed is the use of an aqueous dispersion comprising <SL> <LI>(a) a micronized sparingly soluble organic compound which has a UV-Vis spectrum with a maximum from 380 to 420 nm; and <LI>(b) an anionic dispersing agent for protecting the human skin from browning and skin aging. </SL> Three crystalline forms of the compound below are also disclosed, wherein the crystalline forms are characterized by an X-ray diffraction pattern and obtained using Cu-Kalpha radiation which exhibits diffraction angles as shown in the disclosure.
Patent GB-2430815-A (GB)
Title: System powered by signal on gas pipe
Inventor: MAHOWALD PETER H
IPC: G08B17/10
Filed: 2006-12-21
Abstract: A sensor 102 is arranged to obtain readings from a gas meter 104 and to communicate data to a gas company. The sensor 102 obtains power from a voltage difference between ground 116 and the supply side gas pipe 106, to which is applied a cathodic protection signal voltage to prevent corrosion. The sensor 102 may monitor the signal voltage and set an alarm flag if it passes a threshold value. The sensor 102 may communicate with the gas company through a telephone line or wirelessly to a specially equipped van that passes through the neighbourhood, and it may respond to requests for a reading. Two or more such sensors may be placed at different sites to monitor gas usage and cathodic protection signal at the different sites.
Patent GB-2445924-A (GB)
Title: A weight for an exercise ball
Inventor: REEVELL TONY
IPC: A63B26/00
Filed: 2007-01-26
Abstract: A weight for an exercise ball comprises a weight in the form of a spiral which may be inserted into the ball via the valve. The weight falls to the bottom of the ball, eliminating unwanted movement.
Patent GB-2447892-A (GB)
Title: Sealing assembly
Inventor: CHIVERS NIGEL JAMES DAVID
IPC: F01D11/02
Filed: 2007-03-24
Abstract: The assembly seals a radial gap 30 between two relatively rotatable coaxial members, e.g. the stator 8, 16 and the rotor 6, 14 of a gas turbine compressor. The stator has a fin portion 20 extending axially with an end flange 28 and the rotor has a radially opposed groove portion 32. The fin portion 20 impedes gas flow between the two members and the groove portion 32 is positioned to disrupt gas flow over the fin portion. In use, the rotating rotor centrifugally widens the gap 30 between it and the fin portion 20.
Patent GB-2447947-A (GB)
Title: Thermonuclear power reactor
Inventor: STREVENS CHRISTOPHER
IPC: G21B1/00
Filed: 2007-03-28
Abstract: A device is provided for generating electricity by direct conversion of the energy released by the fusion of light nuclei namely protons. The reactions may take place at room temperature in a tuned circuit.
Patent GB-2451665-A (GB)
Title: Injection device with lock to prevent forward motion of syringe
Inventor: JENNINGS DOUGLAS IVAN
IPC: A61M5/20
Filed: 2007-08-08
Abstract: An injection device (110, figure 1) comprises a locking mechanism between a syringe carrier 127 and an end cap 111 of the injection device. It inhibits movement of the syringe carrier and syringe 114 towards an exit aperture of the injection device whilst the cap is in place. On removal of the cap, the locking mechanism is disengaged and the syringe and syringe carrier can move towards the exit aperture. This assists in preventing damage to the syringe prior to actuation of the injection device. A sleeve 121 inside the cap biases resilient beams 171 into engagement with the syringe carrier, preventing its forward motion. When the cap is removed the beams relax and no longer engage the carrier, permitting actuation of the syringe. The cap sleeve also engages needle shield 123 which is removed with the cap.
Patent GB-2442606-A (GB)
Title: Modular buildings
Inventor: HOURIHAN KEVIN JAMES
IPC: E04H1/00
Filed: 2007-10-04
Abstract: The invention relates to a modular building comprising a support frame (14 figure 2) for various modules forming the floor (16 figure 6), roof (24 and 25 figure 6) and external wall (70 figure 22) of the building. The floor is provided with floor modules 16 that can be slid or lifted into place within the support frame 14. Room modules 18 and 20 may be incorporated into the floor in place of a floor module. Services may be installed in the modules. A later embodiment relates to a method of constructing a building using said modules.
Patent GB-2445460-A (GB)
Title: Detection of tooth demineralisation
Inventor: PERFECT EMMA
IPC: A61K38/16
Filed: 2007-12-21
Abstract: A composition for the detection of tooth demineralisation comprising a complex capable of producing an optical signal characteristic of the presence of free ions. The complex may be a protein or protein complex comprising aequorin, obelin, clytin, mitrocomin, halistaurin, phialidin, mnemiopsin, symplectin, gr_bolinopsin, casein, calsequestrin, calexcitin, calcium binding cysteine protease, calmodulin and other EF hand proteins, berovin or mixtures thereof. Also claimed are methods for the detection of dental caries and dental hypersensitivity using such compositions and a kit comprising such a composition, means for applying the composition and a detector.
Patent GB-2459442-A (GB)
Title: Mechanical joint for pipe in pipe system
Inventor: WALKER ALASTAIR
IPC: F16L13/00
Filed: 2008-04-21
Abstract: A method for joining lengths of pipes to form a pipe-in-pipe assembly with inner pipe sections 3, 4 located within an outer pipe 1, 2 comprises welding adjacent inner pipe sections3, 4, abutting the end of a first outer pipe section 1 to the end of second outer pipe section 2 to form a joint. A collar 6 is provided around the joint and contracted so that the inner surface of the collar 6 engages the outer surface 7 of adjacent outer pipes 1, 2 to resist separation of the ends of the adjacent pipes. The collar may comprise bolted sections surrounding tapered flanges, or may be a ring which can be cold forged to clamp the pipe sections. The end sections 5 of the pipes may have an enlarged wall thickness and may be manufactured separately and welded to the pipe ends.
Patent GB-2463713-A (GB)
Title: Holographic film with biodegradable layer
Inventor: BLEASDALE TONY
IPC: B32B33/00
Filed: 2008-09-12
Abstract: The film has sealant layers 3a, 3b on both surfaces of a compostable, polymeric core 2. The film also includes an embossed layer 4a bearing a diffractive structure 6. The embossed layer is either a sealant layer or a layer contiguous thereto. Preferably, the film includes a thermostable layer (4b, figures 4&5) opposite the embossed layer. The film preferably includes a print receptive layer 9 and adhesive 7. The diffractive structure 6 is preferably a vacuum deposited aluminium or zinc sulphide. The compostable core 2 preferably comprises a cellulosic polymer, an oxyalkanoyl (for example, lactone or hydroxyacid) polymer or polyester. The hologram, preferably applied to a substrate 8, is used in packaging.
Patent GB-2463939-A (GB)
Title: Bed support device
Inventor: HOLLAND JOHN PETER
IPC: A47B91/04
Filed: 2008-10-03
Abstract: A bed support device comprising one or more vibration absorbing elements 1 for location between the floor 7 and the bed's frame 6 for mitigating the transmission of vibrations from the floors of a building to the bed 5. Preferably there are four vibration absorbing elements, one under each leg of the bed. Preferably the vibration absorbing elements are formed from cured silicone and have a shore durometer hardness type A of 20 to 80. Preferably the vibration absorbing element is a disc shaped pad between 10 and 30 mm thick and has a diameter of between 50 and 120 mm, with inclined sides, where the floor contacting surface is greater than the bed contacting surface, and the bed contacting surface has a recess for receiving the bed frame. A method of manufacturing the same is also included and preferably the method comprises the step of curing the vibration absorbing element for at least 24 hours to remove all volatile compounds.
Patent GB-2468270-A (GB)
Title: Remote-controlled mains socket
Inventor: MCGEE RONALD WILLIAM
IPC: H01R13/70
Filed: 2008-10-21
Abstract: A wall-mounted electrical main socket has a relay switch which may be controlled from a remote switch C located elsewhere in the room. The remote switch C may be integrated into a conventional light switch. A manual switch B may be provided on the socket to disable operation of the socket by the remote switch C. The circuit which operates the relay is powered by the existing local main ring live circuit. A user may therefore select which sockets are to be isolated, using the manual switches B on the sockets, and then when they leave the room they may switch off all the selected sockets at once from the remote switch C. In this way, standby energy consumption of electrical appliances is reduced.
Patent GB-2464689-A (GB)
Title: Chute for inspection and sorting apparatus
Inventor: MILLS STEWART
IPC: B07C5/02
Filed: 2008-10-21
Abstract: A chute for inspection and sorting apparatus 10 has first 8 and second 12 sections with substantially even surfaces, with the lower end of the first section being disposed over the second section to form a step from which product falls onto the second section. The surfaces of the section may be flat and polished, coated, or subject to surface treatment. Additional sections may be included. In one variant a third section is included, with the lower end of the second section being disposed over the third section forming a second step from which product falls onto the third section. This third section may be channeled. The lengths of the various sections may vary, and the lengths may be altered by movement of the chute sections. One or more of the chute sections may have a curved profile. A sorting apparatus and an inspection apparatus are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2455005-A (GB)
Title: Feedback bandwidth reduction in a closed loop MIMO system by factoring phase information
Inventor: XINTIAN LIN
IPC: H04J99/00
Filed: 2005-09-02
Abstract: A system for feedback bandwidth reduction in a closed loop multiple-input-multiple-output MIMO system by factoring non essential information, in particular phase information, out of a beamforming matrix. The system comprises N antennas and a processor coupled to the N antennas wherein the processor is arranged to estimate channel state information from a received signal, determine a NxN beamforming matrix from the channel state information, factor a phase angle out of each column of the NxN beamforming matrix and represent the beamforming matrix without the phase angles using N2-N angles.
Patent GB-2456686-A (GB)
Title: Subsea installation systems and method
Inventor: ALLEN DONALD WAYNE
IPC: B63B21/50
Filed: 2007-10-11
Abstract: There is disclosed a system comprising a vessel floating in a body of water, a line comprising a first portion connected to the vessel and a second portion in the body of water, a tool connected to the second portion of the line, the tool in the body of water below the vessel, a stationary apparatus connected to the second portion of the line, the stationary apparatus in the body of water below the vessel, and a mechanism on the vessel connected to the first portion of the line, the mechanism adapted to keep the line taut as the vessel heaves up and down.
Patent GB-2471314-A (GB)
Title: Power cut off system for a water craft
Inventor: BOYS JONATHAN
IPC: B60K28/04
Filed: 2009-06-25
Abstract: A tetherless killswitch system is provided for a powered boat 100 for cutting power to the boat's engine and immobilising the vessel in the event that an operator 102 loses control of the boat or is thrown overboard. The killswitch system includes ultrasonic sensors 110 for scanning an area where an operator 102 normally pilots the boat 100 in order to detect the presence or absence of an operator 102 in the area. A controller is programmed to generate a killswitch signal in response to the sensors 110 indicating the absence of an operator 102 within the area. The killswitch signal automatically cuts off power to the boat's engine. The killswitch system may further include a calibration routing for identifying permanent and non-permanent objects within the search area, to prevent incorrect generation of a killswitch signal.
Patent GB-2458083-A (GB)
Title: Sway mitigation in an elevator system
Inventor: ROBERTS RANDALL KEITH
IPC: B66B7/06
Filed: 2006-12-20
Abstract: An elevator system (20) includes an elongated member (30, 32, 34) that may sway under certain conditions. At least one mitigation member (80) is strategically positioned in a mitigation position corresponding to a location of an anti-node (48, 54, 56, 66, 68, 70) of the elongated member (30, 32, 34) for a given sway condition. In a disclosed example, a controller (38) deploys a mitigation member (80) at a mitigation position for a given sway condition determined by the controller (38). In one example, a plurality of sway mitigation members (80) are strategically positioned at various mitigation positions within a hoistway (26). In another example, a sway mitigation member (80) is selectively moveable within a hoistway (26) between a plurality of mitigation positions.
Patent GB-2471344-A (GB)
Title: High performance, high temperature lightweight film, tape or sheath for wire insulation
Inventor: PAGLIUCA ANTONIO
IPC: B32B27/36
Filed: 2009-08-05
Abstract: A thin, lightweight insulated wire comprises a core 10 with an insulating polymeric sheath comprising an inner layer 12 of polytetrafluroethylene (PTFE), a middle layer (14) of an aromatic and/or heterocyclic ring-containing polymer such as polyetheretherketone (PEEK) to provide enhanced mechanical properties such as abrasion and cut-through resistance and an outer layer (16) of PTFE which provides electrical and chemical resistance and allows the whole construction to be sintered. Alternatively the middle layer may comprise PAEK, PEKK, PEK or PEKEKK. The middle layer may undergo some flow and alloying during sintering, which may provide additional and unexpected benefits. The preferred thickness of each film is 25 to 50 pm although the thickness may range between 12 to 100µm. The use of such thin films allows for a compact, thin and lightweight insulation to be produced.