baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2384054-A (GB)
Title: Angular velocity sensor with four vibrating masses
Inventor: MOCHIDA YOICHI
IPC: G01C19/5747
Filed: 2003-01-09
Abstract: An angular velocity sensor includes four vibratable masses 2,6,10,11 arranged along a Y axis above a substrate 1. The masses are connected by retaining members 12 which are fixed to the substrate 1 at fixing positions 12A corresponding to vibrational nodes of the retaining beams when the masses are made to oscillate in an X axis direction by vibration generators 18. Adjacent masses vibrate in opposite phases while the overall centre of gravity G is maintained at a constant position. The central mass members 2,6 are displaced in a Y axis direction in response to an angular velocity about the Z axis, and the displacement is measured by fixed and moveable finger electrodes 29. In another embodiment, angular velocity about a Y axis can also be measured. Errors caused by vibrations transmitted to the substrate 1 and accelerations due to impact are reduced.
Patent GB-2397449-A (GB)
Title: Modulator
Inventor: DELANEY SIMON MARTIN
IPC: H03D9/06
Filed: 2003-01-15
Abstract: A modulating input signal and a carrier input signal, or a composite input signal formed from the combination of a modulating input signal and a carrier input signal, are input to the inputs of a distributed amplifier. A quadrature modulated output is produced at the common output.
Patent GB-2381355-A (GB)
Title: A method of providing travel time predictions
Inventor: RAN BIN
IPC: G08G1/0967
Filed: 2001-07-13
Abstract: A traffic information system for predicting travel time utilize Internet based collecting and disseminating of information. The system accounts for vehicle type, driver specific disposition, and its predictions of future traffic account for the effects of predictable events, particularly weather, on traffic patterns. The traffic information system includes a computer model of a transportation route map, the route map having a multiplicity of possible destinations points connected by route segments. An equation is developed for each route segment, the equation incorporating variables and constants that relate to the fixed and variable parameters which are indicative of the time it will take to travel along a particular route segment. Predicted travel time along the route segment can be improved over historical data (2) for a time in the future for which there are reasonably accurate weather predictions. Incorporation of the effect of predicted weather on travel time over a route segment can be accomplished by developing a correlation between weather conditions and decreased traffic speeds. Personalized prediction times are generated by taking into account the vehicle type (88) and level of aggressiveness of a particular driver (88).
Patent GB-2380926-A (GB)
Title: Cup holder
Inventor: MARSHALL NEIL R
IPC: B29C44/04
Filed: 2001-08-17
Abstract: A handleless holder (1) for a separate, disposable cup (4) which holder (1) comprises a sleeve (2) which is shaped and/or dimensioned to receive and support the cup (4) so that the lip (5) of the cup (4) is spaced above the sleeve (2) to enable a hot liquid to be drunk from the cup (4) wherein the holder (1) is formed from a moulded plastics material and includes a band comprising a core of foamed plastics material providing thermal insulation to enable the user to hold the cup (4) at the band when it contains a hot liquid.
Patent GB-2391400-A (GB)
Title: Pivoting cable management system
Inventor: WRYCRAFT SEAN CONOR
IPC: H05K7/14
Filed: 2003-06-09
Abstract: A rack (1,fig 1) supports an electronic assembly (2,fig 1) which can be slid out of the rack (1,fig 1) on runners (fig 2). Cables 50, which run from the back of the electronic assembly (2,fig 1) are connected to the rear of the rack (1,fig 1). To ensure that the cables 50 do not become entangled or abraded as the assembly (2,fig 1) slides, two pivoting arms 34, 36 support the cable along its length. The arms 34, 36 are place one on top of the other and have a pivot pin 52. The cable 50 runs along the length of the arms and also along the direction of pivoting provided by the pin 52. This arrangement allows less space to be taken up by the arms than those arrangements where the arms are placed side by side.
Patent GB-2404328-A (GB)
Title: Helmet with inflatable lining of cells interconnected by passageways which can deform to limit pressure rise on impact
Inventor: BONNAR SCOTT MICHAEL
IPC: A42B3/12
Filed: 2003-07-31
Abstract: A helmet comprises an outer cover 1 within which is secured an inflatable lining 2 comprising a cellular matrix layer, adjacent cells of which are pneumatically coupled, to provide impact protection and improved fit. The helmet is also provided with an air pump 5 and valve means 8 to facilitate inflation and deflation. There may be a second layer 3 of similar form, in which at least some of the cells are connected by passageways which can deform or rupture at a pre-determined pressure increase, to limit the pressure in the impacted cell(s).
Patent GB-2405920-A (GB)
Title: Air-bag vent valve
Inventor: BASTIEN OLIVIER
IPC: F16K24/04
Filed: 2004-01-15
Abstract: A valve for an air-bag comprises a fixed component <B>1</B> having a mount <B>2</B> and defining at least one aperture <B>5</B> and a movable component <B>6</B> having at least one aperture <B>11</B>. The moveable component <B>6</B> is configured to be exposed to pressure from gas within the air-bag and is slidably engaged with the fixed component <B>1</B>. The valve has an initial configuration in which the aperture(s) <B>5</B> in the fixed component <B>1</B> is (are) offset from the aperture(s) <B>11</B> in the movable component <B>6</B>. The moveable component <B>6</B> is moveable relative to the fixed component <B>1</B> under the action of gas pressure within the air-bag to a configuration in which at least part of the aperture(s) <B>5</B> in the fixed component <B>1</B> is (are) co-aligned with the aperture(s) <B>11</B> in the movable component <B>6</B>. The valve may be biased into its initial configuration by a spring <B>12</B>.
Patent GB-2397284-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for pulling a line or a boring tool along a sewer hole
Inventor: PUETTMANN FRANZ-JOSEF
IPC: F16L55/165
Filed: 2004-01-20
Abstract: Pull-cable apparatus for pulling a line [42, FIG3] or a boring tool [44, FIG4] into a scewer 48, using a cable winch 36 and a linear drive 4,6, in which the pulling action is configured more effectively by the cable winch, having a tension-controlled switch for connecting up the linear drive, when the tension is above a predefined maximum loading. When the linear drive is in operation the device has at least one clamp 20 for pulling the cable and either the winch or a further clamp 28 hold the cable while clamp 20 releases it's grip in order to relocate for the next pulling stroke. The apparatus is further assisted with pulley means 28 that modify the direction of the tractive force exerted by the cable 26.
Patent GB-2397886-A (GB)
Title: Reducing noise in dual sensor seismic data
Inventor: BRITTAN JOHN
IPC: G01V1/38
Filed: 2004-01-26
Abstract: A method for reducing noise (eg mud roll, spurious S waves) in seismic data acquired from co-located hydrophones and geophones (eg in an ocean bottom cable) comprises determining upgoing and downgoing wavefields. Noise is removed from one of the upgoing or downgoing wavefields by making use of the other wavefield as a noise model in an adaptive subtraction process. Determining the upgoing and downgoing wavefields comprises combining the signals from the hydrophone and the geophones. The seismic data may be filtered to compensate for differences in response and coupling efficiency between the hydrophones and geophones. The noise model may be band pass filtered to retain only the part of the frequency spectrum containing the noise to be removed.
Patent GB-2394100-A (GB)
Title: Computer system storage
Inventor: GARNETT PAUL J
IPC: G06F13/00
Filed: 2002-08-09
Abstract: An information processing module, for example a server blade, has information connections and storage connections. A carrier, e.g., a rack mountable shelf, is configured to receive a number of information processing modules. A switch module includes a switch connection for each receiving location that is operable to connect a received information processing module to an external information network. The switch module also includes a port bypass controller for each receiving location that is operable to connect a received information processing module to external storage. Redundant connections are included to enhance reliability.
Patent GB-2395362-A (GB)
Title: Improved electromagnetically operated device
Inventor: WYGNANSKI WLADYSLAW
IPC: F16K31/08
Filed: 2001-07-05
Abstract: An electromagnetically operable device forming an actuator includes permanent N and S poles defining an air gap into which an armature assembly extends. At least a portion of the armature assembly is magnetisable and is movable between two end positions adjacent the two permanent poles 124, 126 through an intermediate position towards which it is resiliently biased. An electromagnet polarises the magnetisable portion of the armature assembly so that the part in the air gap becomes a S or N pole and is thereby attracted towards one of the permanent poles. The armature assembly is formed in part from a short length of resilient material 120 and the resilient force is generated by deflecting the resilient material from an undeflected condition, to one side or the other. The residual permanent flux linking the armature and the relevant permanent pole after the armature has been displaced into contact therewith, generates a force of attraction greater than the force acting to return the armature to its intermediate position. The armature is formed from a short strip of phosphor bronze held captive by a fixed mounting 132 so that it will normally occupy a plane which extends midway between the two poles. The short strip is sandwiched between two longer lengths of flat magnetisable silicon steel strip 134,135 which are joined to one another and to the short sandwiched strip to form a composite armature assembly. The short strip extends similarly on opposite sides of the fixed mounting and the lengths of silicon steel extend above and below the fixed mounting, and are joined to the protruding ends of the short strip. Two pairs of permanent N and S poles can be provided one pair on each side of the fixed mounting. The device can be enclosed within a housing and the poles can be modified to co-operate with the armature to form a fluid flow control valve.
Patent GB-2411312-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for message content delivery
Inventor: CHARTERS GRAHAM CASTREE
IPC: H04L12/58
Filed: 2004-02-19
Abstract: A method and system are provided for delivery of messages. A publishing application (404) includes means for publishing a message via a communication infrastructure (402) and one or more subscriber applications (408, 409) include means for receiving a message from the communication infrastructure (402). A message content schema (410) is provided which enables the content parts of a message type to be addressed. The communication infrastructure (402) includes means for the one or more subscriber applications (408, 409) to register interest (411, 412) in selected content parts of a message type and the communication infrastructure (402) obtains a message instance (415) of a message type populated with the data of the combined selected content parts as registered by the one or more subscriber applications (408, 409). The communication infrastructure then delivers (416, 417) a message instance to a subscriber application (408, 409) including the content data selected by the subscriber application (408, 409).
Patent GB-2402118-A (GB)
Title: Vibrating bowl conveyor with infeed channel
Inventor: SCHWARZ GERT
IPC: B65G47/24
Filed: 2004-05-04
Abstract: An orienting and conveying apparatus 10 comprises an orienting pot 12 which orients elements 1 introduced therein by means of vibration, and feeds them to a downstream device. The apparatus includes a storage container 18 for the elements and a feed element 20 for feeding the elements into the orienting pot, and an opening 22 formed in the wall of the pot through which the feed element projects, so that elements pass from the feed element onto the bottom of the orienting pot. The feed element may open out in the region of the bottom of the orienting pot, and may be of U-shaped cross-section and firmly connected to the pot. A feed channel 19 cooperating with the storage container may project into the feed element. A helical path 14 formed on the inner wall 13 of the orienting pot may orient elements as they are conveyed.
Patent GB-2416393-A (GB)
Title: A control system for ventilating a room and supplying air to a combustion apparatus
Inventor: PURDIE ROBERT JOHN
IPC: F23N1/04
Filed: 2004-07-19
Abstract: A control system for ventilating a room and supplying air to a combustion apparatus comprises controlling and monitoring the amount of fuel through a valve 10 and flow measuring device 9 that is to be burnt in a burner 8 of the combustion apparatus by controlling and monitoring the amount of air flow into 15 and out 14 of the room via fans 6 and pitot tubes 5 located in ductwork and a flue 13. The pitot tubes 5 may be connected to transmitters 4 so that signals are sent to a control panel 1. Control panel 1 may have a display 2 displaying the operating conditions of a control program. Additional sensors 7 measuring carbon monoxide, smoke and temperature may be used in controlling the air and fuel flow. An emergency stop button 3 may be provided. The air flow may be balanced and increased or decreased if the amount of fuel being used is increased or decreased. If the fans 6 fail by stopping or are operating too slow the fuel supply is shut off. The valve 10 in combination with the control program may test for fuel leaks. The combustion apparatus may be a boiler or cooking equipment.
Patent GB-2400690-A (GB)
Title: Fixture for an elevator system
Inventor: VALK MARY ANN T
IPC: B66B1/46
Filed: 2002-12-12
Abstract: A fixture using an electrophoretic display system (10) is disclosed. Various construction details are developed which enable simplification of the wiring system for the elevator system (24). In one detailed embodiment, a touchscreen device (104) is used with the electrophoretic device to transmit data to the elevator dispatch controller (38) of the elevator system.
Patent GB-2416900-A (GB)
Title: Modelling the operation of a railway.
Inventor: MORLAND EDWARD
IPC: B61L27/00
Filed: 2004-07-29
Abstract: A process for modelling a railway system comprises the steps of obtaining timetable data, data on a first parameter that is an input required for train movement and combining the two to produce an output so as to model the parameter as a function of the state of the train for each section of the rail network at any given time. The timetable data is used to arrive at model data for specific sections of the network which includes details of the train arrival times, speeds and accelerations. The parameter may be related to electrical consumption, operational cost, noise, gaseous emissions, track damage or passenger distribution. The model may also validate parameters against permitted ranges. The timetable data maybe either actual, planed or stochastic data.
Patent GB-2405045-A (GB)
Title: Improving digital images
Inventor: SPEARS KURT EUGENE
IPC: H04N5/361
Filed: 2004-08-03
Abstract: A method for improving a digital image, comprises detecting, preferably automatically, the presence of ambient light, preferably through scanning at least a portion of an object using only ambient light, then comparing the data obtained to a threshold value; determining presence of image illumination noise and obtaining a dark noise compensation value. The image is automatically corrected to compensate for said noise. Scanning of the object may be carried out using a plurality of light sources; obtaining a plurality of pixel data values. Correction preferably comprises subtracting dark noise values from the pixel data values to obtain intermediate values, normalised by multiplying by gain values to generate a digital image. The plurality of light sources may be activated simultaneously, or the process is repeated for each of a plurality of light sources. A system having logic, and a computer readable medium holding an instruction set, to carry out the methods are also claimed.
Patent GB-2419883-A (GB)
Title: Matrix containing carbon cones or disks
Inventor: ASDAL BENT
IPC: C08K7/00
Filed: 2004-11-03
Abstract: An electrically and thermally conductive composition comprises an electrically conductive filler in a non-conductive matrix, wherein the filler is a micro-domain carbon material comprising carbon cones and/or disks. The micro-domain carbon material may have a diameter of less than 5 micrometres and a thickness of less than 100 nanometres and may be added to the matrix in an amount of 0.001-80 wt.%. The matrix is typically a solid which is thermally and/or electrically insulating. Preferably, the matrix is a plastics material selected from acrylic, amino, bitumen, casein, cellulosic, epoxy, furfural, halocarbon, isocyanate, modified rubber, phenolic, polyamide, polyester, polyethylene, silicone, styrene, and vinyl although it may also be a ceramic or glass.
Patent GB-2413439-A (GB)
Title: Liquid loop cooling system space utilization
Inventor: MALONE CHRISTOPHER G
IPC: F25D9/00
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: In a liquid loop cooling system for electronic equipment a tubing 302 encloses a lumen in which a cooling fluid can circulate and a plurality of heat exchangers 304 are coupled to the tubing and are disposed within the equipment in conformance with space availability. At least one of the exchangers has a tube segment 306 with connectors 310,312 for connecting to the tubing 302 and fins 308 which may be associated with fans 316.
Patent GB-2416521-A (GB)
Title: Door panel mounted using removable tabs
Inventor: SMITH PETER M
IPC: B60R13/08
Filed: 2005-07-21
Abstract: A barrier panel (16) adapted for operative attachment to a vehicle door panel (12,14). The barrier panel (16) includes a main body portion (46) and at least one tab (50) adapted for operative attachment to the vehicle door panel (12,14). The tab (50) extends from the main body portion (46) and is removable from the main body portion (46). Furthermore, the barrier panel (16) may be employed in a vehicle door assembly (10) for facilitating reassembly of the same. A method of manufacturing the vehicle door assembly is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2428549-A (GB)
Title: Girth hook
Inventor: COOLING TERENCE DAVID
IPC: B68C1/14
Filed: 2005-07-27
Abstract: The girth hook comprises a hook attached to a handle. In use the hook engages a hole in a girth strap of a saddle and the strap is drawn through the girth strap buckle. The girth hook allows the correct tension to hold the saddle in place.
Patent GB-2430382-A (GB)
Title: Golf ball cleaner
Inventor: COX DAVID
IPC: A63B47/04
Filed: 2005-09-23
Abstract: A device 1 for cleaning balls, e.g. golf ball 4, comprises container 2, first brush 5 rotatably mounted relative to container 2 about first axis 6, second brush 7 rotatably mounted relative to container 2 about second axis 8 transverse to first axis 6, the brushes defining a ball-receiving space, and means, e.g. teeth 13, interconnecting the brushes such that rotation of one brush causes rotation of the other. Axes 6, 8 may be mutually perpendicular, and the ball-receiving space may include a ball support, e.g. brush 11 which is resiliently biased by member 10 towards the first and second brushes. Second brush 7 may be mounted on axle 8 which extends out of the container and is provided with handle or golf trolley attachment bracket 14. Container 2 may include a lid 3 upon which first brush 5 is mounted, with second brush 7 being supported within container 2 such that the container is rotatable around second axis 8. Apertures 12 may be provided within ball support 10 to allow passage of fluid, and lid 3 may form a fluid-tight seal with container 2. A method of using ball cleaning device 1 is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2418047-A (GB)
Title: Order commitment method and system
Inventor: KIRKEGAARD JON
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2004-06-10
Abstract: An order commitment method and system are described. The method includes the steps of identifying services and data capable of supporting an order commitment, and mapping the services to enable synchronized on-demand queries. The mapping step includes determining relationships among the services and the data and maintaining the relationships, wherein links are established to create fulfillment information. The method also includes using the fulfillment information to generate the order commitment.
Patent GB-2421747-A (GB)
Title: System and technique for orienting and positioning a lateral string in a multilateral system.
Inventor: ARAQUE CARLOS
IPC: E21B7/08
Filed: 2005-12-23
Abstract: A technique that is usable with a subterranean well that has a first string 15 that lines a borehole includes running a second string 30 into the well and engaging a deflecting face 42 of a deflector 40 to deflect the second string into a window 38 of the first string. The technique includes performing at least one of positioning the second string and orienting the second string using a profile 60 on the deflector downhole of the deflecting face 42.
Patent GB-2420014-A (GB)
Title: Methods of controlling properties and characteristics of a gate insulation layer based upon electrical test data, and system for performing same
Inventor: SONDERMAN THOMAS J
IPC: H01L21/66
Filed: 2004-06-02
Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to various methods of controlling properties and characteristics of a gate insulation layer (16) based upon electrical test data (46), and a system for performing same. In one illustrative embodiment, the method comprises performing at least one electrical test on at least one semiconductor device, determining at least one parameter of at least one process operation to be performed to form at least one gate insulation layer (16) on a subsequently formed semiconductor device based upon electrical data obtained from the electrical test, and performing at least one process operation comprised of the determined parameter to form the gate insulation layer (16).
Patent GB-2441754-A (GB)
Title: Packaging machine for blister packs
Inventor: CUMBERLAND MICHAEL ARTHUR
IPC: B65B7/16
Filed: 2006-09-16
Abstract: A packaging machine for use with monitored dosage systems and the like has a platen 20 in which the blister formed sheets can be received, with the blisters being received in recesses 22 in the platen, and a cover film application station at which a cover film 42 with a pressure-sensitive adhesive is applied over the blisters, after pills or other medication have been placed in the blisters. The cover film is in the form of a web, and the machine is designed so that replacement of the web reel is easy. The film has a backing sheet 43b which is separated from the film by an applicator beak 40, and the beak can be withdrawn to facilitate changing of an empty web reel 32 for a full one. The adhesive face of the cover film is pressed against the pack by a roller, the separated backing sheet being wound up on a reel 44. Web feed and platen feed may be by respective, individually-controlled motors.