baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2413263-A (GB)
Title: Floor scrubbing machine with adjustable battery support means
Inventor: DUNCAN CHRISTOPHER ROBERT
IPC: A47L11/293
Filed: 2004-04-23
Abstract: The disclosure relates to floor scrubbing or finishing machines. There is provided a machine for scrubbing or finishing a floor surface comprising carriage means 11 adapted for translational movement over a floor surface, a workhead, (15, fig 1) an electric motor 18 carried by the carriage means and arranged in use to drive the workhead and battery support means 22 adapted in use to support at least one battery (24, Fig 3) as a source of electric power for driving the electric motor. Said battery support means are adapted to support said at least one battery so that said at least one battery can be positioned in a selected one of a range of positions relative to said workhead whereby the loading on said workhead can be varied as required. The battery support means may comprise a trolley 22 which runs on rails mounted on the carriage.
Patent GB-2404247-A (GB)
Title: Object tracking when visual field range is related to an imaging prohibited region
Inventor: ITO WATARU
IPC: G01S3/781
Filed: 2004-07-20
Abstract: An object tracking apparatus 201 comprising: an imaging device 201a; a driving mechanism 201c coupled to the imaging device for changing the position of a visual field range of the imaging device; and an image signal processor 202 for processing an image signal from the imaging device. A controller 202b controls the driving mechanism 201c in response to a control signal from the image signal processor. The image signal processor is equipped, to be able to detect an object based on an image from the imaging device, to calculate a current or a predicted visual field range (step 105b, fig. 1) of the imaging device, to determine whether or not the calculated current or predicted visual range includes (or exclude) an imaging prohibited region (603, fig. 6), and to respond to such determination for generating the control signal for controlling at least one of the imaging direction and zooming of the imaging device based on detected information from the object when the current or predicted visual range does not include (or does include) an imaging prohibited region. When this condition is met, the operation of the imaging device 201a may be stopped, or reversed in opposite direction. The apparatus may be used for identifying an intruding object or human into a monitoring field.
Patent GB-2407458-A (GB)
Title: Preventing use of lost/stolen article by transmission of blocking code
Inventor: FERRIS GAVIN ROBERT
IPC: H04H20/00
Filed: 2004-08-09
Abstract: To prevent the use of a device which has been reported as lost or stolen, a blocking code is sent to the device and is processed to prevent operation of one or more pre-defined internal functions of the device. The device includes a digital transmission receiver and the blocking code is transmitted over a digital wireless network. The device is preferably a digital audio broadcasting (DAB) radio receiver but can also be a digital mobile telephone or a digital television receiver. The device may further be embedded into another kind of device, e.g. a vehicle, laptop computer, digital camera or video camera and processing of the blocking code can prevent operation of one or more pre-defined internal functions of this other device. The blocking code may be sent as part of a carousel, in a packet service or in a fast information channel (FIC) in DAB. The code can be repeatedly sent and the device can activate itself at pre-defined times to receive and process any blocking code sent for it. The device may be arranged to acknowledge receipt of the code and may respond with information such as its location. A disabled indication may be stored in the device in such a manner that it cannot be erased by power-cycling of the device. Unlike prior art IMEI blocking systems, where the device is denied cellular network access but is still operable, deactivating internal functions stops the device from being used at all, while still allowing for subsequent re-enabling.
Patent GB-2418341-A (GB)
Title: Removing skins from nuts
Inventor: PRENDIVILLE JOHN
IPC: A23N5/00
Filed: 2004-09-24
Abstract: An apparatus is disclosed for loosening or removing skin from particulate organic products such as nuts. The apparatus comprises parts 32 defining a set of chambers. Associated with each chamber is a nozzle 72, which ejects fluid into the chamber to remove skins from the product. The parts defining each chamber can be re-configured between two different configurations. In one the chamber is substantially enclosed to prevent egress over the products, although openings are provided so that the fluid ejected into the chamber can drain. In the other configuration the chamber is opened so that access is available to load the products to be treated into it.
Patent GB-2402800-A (GB)
Title: Display device for reel-based gaming machine
Inventor: RANDALL DOV LIAM
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2003-04-01
Abstract: A display device for a player-operable entertainment machine has a rotatable reel (9) with symbols around its periphery. The symbols are defined digitally on a support (27, 30), such as a curved LCD strip, by feed of signals from a signal generating device (28). The support (27) may rotate with the reel. Alternatively the support (30) may be fixed so that the reel (9) rotates but the support (30) is static. In this case the support (30) extends round part only of the periphery of the reel and the feed of signals is such as to define symbols which move with the rotation of the reel (9).
Patent GB-2419344-A (GB)
Title: Adhesive tape cutting device with two blades
Inventor: SELMAN MICHAEL WAYNE
IPC: B65H35/07
Filed: 2004-10-22
Abstract: An edge finding and cutting devise for domestic transparent and opaque adhesive tape, which is localised to the tape by a pivot, retractable clasp and device ear, controlled by a rubber user grip. The device has a serrated cutting face 4 and a finding face 3.
Patent GB-2421671-A (GB)
Title: A node selects a source of timing information using network topology and the timing status of network nodes
Inventor: BRUNE ANDREAS
IPC: H04J3/06
Filed: 2004-12-22
Abstract: In a synchronous network, such as a synchronous digital hierarchy network (SDH), a node can obtain synchronisation or timing information from any one of a plurality of sources, such as a PRC, SSU or SEC. If the chosen source fails then a new timing source must be selected. The present invention detects the topology of the network and the timing status of each network node, and uses this information to select a new timing source in the event of failure of an existing timing source. Using the present invention it is possible to avoid the selection of timing sources which would result in the creation of a timing loop. Preferably the detection operations are performed using a spanning-tree algorithm.
Patent GB-2411057-A (GB)
Title: Power distribution system having plurality of power sources
Inventor: DOBBS ROBERT WILLIAM
IPC: H02J3/00
Filed: 2005-02-11
Abstract: A power distribution system (80) including a plurality of loads (82,84) and a plurality of power sources (24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34) also includes an interconnect arrangement (86). Each load is connected to a given number of different sources so that each load is fully powered if any one of the sources fails. The load may be a computer system. The sources may be AC or DC sources.
Patent GB-2425685-A (GB)
Title: Associating multiple public user identities with a common service profile in a user terminal or application server
Inventor: TERRILL STEPHEN
IPC: H04Q7/22
Filed: 2005-04-29
Abstract: A method of operating an IP Multimedia Core Network Subsystems comprises maintaining at a Home Subscriber Server associations between Public User Identities and Service Profiles, where one or more Public User Identities can be associated with a common Service Profile, and during or subsequent to registration of a user terminal with a Public User Identity in said Subsystem, informing the terminal and/or an Application Server, that Public User Identities of the terminal user are associated with a common Service Profile.
Patent GB-2433270-A (GB)
Title: Sectional dome for emergency shelter
Inventor: REDFERN ERIC
IPC: E04B1/343
Filed: 2005-12-14
Abstract: A sectional dome for use as an emergency shelter is provided. The structure is easily transported unassembled and easily erected. The structure may allow for extensions to be added and for wind generators and solar panels to be incorporated. The assembled dome may be inverted for use as a water collector. The structure may be made from recycled thermo-plastics and other materials.
Patent GB-2435107-A (GB)
Title: Solar collector with receiver, spherical internally reflective chamber and emitter
Inventor: JANTA-LIPINSKI ROBERT
IPC: G02B17/08
Filed: 2006-02-14
Abstract: A solar collector comprises means for receiving rays 1 from the sun eg. lens 3, a substantially spherical internally reflective chamber 2 and means for emitting the rays eg lens 4. Hemispherical mount 9, stanchion 8, heat resistant material 15 on which rays may be focused, seals 17, slot 19 and outer cowl 16 are shown. The collector may track the sun and is used to illuminate shaded areas of a garden, patio, balcony or roof garden or brighten walls or rooms.
Patent GB-2428483-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for measuring borehole fluid resistivity
Inventor: HOMAN DEAN M
IPC: G01N27/02
Filed: 2006-06-09
Abstract: An apparatus (30) for measuring fluid resistivity includes a flow line (35) adapted to be in fluid communication with formation fluids, wherein the flow line includes a first section comprising a first conductive area (31), a second section a comprising a second conductive area (32), and an insulating section (33) disposed between the first section and the second section to prevent direct electrical communication between the first section and the second section; a first toroid (T1) and a second toroid (T2) surrounding the flow line around the first section and the second section, respectively, wherein the first toroid is configured to induce an electrical current in a fluid in the flow line and the second toroid is configured to measure the electrical current induced in the fluid in the flow line; and an electronic package to control functions of the first toroid and the second toroid. The toroid (T1) induces current in the fluid so that the flow line does not require electrodes in contact with the fluid and the flow line does not require high pressure seals.
Patent GB-2431895-A (GB)
Title: Pipe Cutting Apparatus
Inventor: SHEPHERD BENJAMIN ROLAND WALTE
IPC: B23D21/04
Filed: 2006-11-03
Abstract: Pipe cutting apparatus 2 in which a pipe is clamped in a holder 4 and cut transverse to its longitudinal axis by a cutting head 6. The cutting head 6 is supported on the holder 4 and is rotatable around the pipe to cut the pipe wall with a blade 38. The blade 38 is advanced radially by an indexing mechanism 40 in response to rotation of the cutting head 6 around the pipe. The indexing mechanism 40 has a snail cam 44 rotatable to advance the blade 38 in response to indexing movement of a ratchet 48 controlled by a pawl mounted on the holder 2 to advance the ratchet 48 on completion of each revolution of the cutting head 6. The blade 38 is withdrawn when the pipe is cut and has a stop 60 that engages a cut-out 61 in the snail cam 44 to block indexing movement of the ratchet 48 and re-set the cutting head 6.
Patent GB-2433987-A (GB)
Title: Methods and systems for detecting biomolecular binding using terahertz radiation
Inventor: KOO TAE-WOONG
IPC: G01N21/35
Filed: 2007-01-12
Abstract: Provided herein are methods and systems for detecting biomolecular binding events using gigahertz or terahertz radiation. The methods and systems use low-energy spectroscopy to detect biomolecular binding events between molecules in an aqueous solution. The detected biomolecular binding events include, for example, nucleic acid hybridizations, antibody/antigen binding, and receptor/ligand binding.
Patent GB-2437149-A (GB)
Title: Synergistic preservative systems containing oil-miscible glycols and preservative components and their use in cosmetic compositions.
Inventor: ROZSA ELLEN
IPC: A61K8/23
Filed: 2007-02-14
Abstract: A synergistic preservative system for use in a cosmetic composition comprises: one or more oil-miscible glycols; and one or more preservative components, wherein said synergistic preservative system demonstrates enhanced anti-fungal and/or anti-bacterial efficacy and is free of formaldehyde donors, parabens, ethanols, and isothiazolinones. Cosmetic compositions formulated with the synergistic preservative system are also described.
Patent GB-2448302-A (GB)
Title: Tape drive control.
Inventor: MCNESTRY MARTIN
IPC: G05B11/01
Filed: 2007-03-07
Abstract: A thermal transfer printer has a tape drive comprising a torque-controlled motor 12,13 and a position-controlled motor 12,13, two tape spool supports on which spools of tape 3,4 may be mounted, each spool 3,4 being drivable by a respective one of said motors 12,13, and a controller 14 for controlling the energisation of the motors 12,13 such that the tape may be transported in at least one direction. The controller 14 is arranged to determine a control signal to be provided to the torque-controlled motor 12,13 to set the tape tension, and to provide said control signal to the torque-controlled motor 12,13 , determination of the control signal including determination of a component intended to compensate for the inertia of a spool of tape driven by the torque-controlled motor 12,13.
Patent GB-2443300-A (GB)
Title: A container including a collapsible frame
Inventor: CHEN CHI-LU
IPC: B65D6/22
Filed: 2007-10-15
Abstract: The present invention provides a container including a collapsible frame structure, which includes a first plate 10, a second plate 20, a third plate 30 and a fourth plate 40. Two sides of the first plate 10 are respectively provided with a plurality of extended joining portions 11, 12; and two sides of the second plate 20 are respectively provided with a plurality of extended joining portions 21, 22. The plurality of extended joining portions 21, 22 of one side of the second plate 20 are pivotal fixed to the plurality of extended joining portions 11, 12 of one side of the first plate 10 by means of a shaft. One side of the third plate 30 is provided with a plurality of extended joining portions 31, which are pivotal fixed to the plurality of extended joining portions of one side of the first plate 10 by means of a shaft, and the other side of the third plate 30 is provided with a plurality of clasp ribs 32. One side of the fourth plate 40 is provided with a plurality of extended joining portions 41, which enable pivotal fixing to the plurality of extended joining portions on the side of the second plate 20 by means of a shaft, and the other side of the fourth plate 40 is provided with a plurality of clasp ribs 42. In addition, at least one positioning portion is located at respective adjoining areas between each of the plates to enable respective pivotal fixing by means of the shafts 50, 60, 70. Accordingly, the present invention provides effectiveness of stable movable joints and support, buffering of impacts, and which facilitates a user in opening the container and folding away the container into a collapsed state.
Patent GB-2444891-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle interface
Inventor: COOMBS JOSHUA
IPC: B60K26/02
Filed: 2006-09-30
Abstract: The engagement system of the preferred embodiments functions to engage or support the user in the vehicle. In a first variation, the engagement system 110 supports at least a portion of the weight of the user, engages at least two appendages of the user, and includes at least two of the following: a handbase 120, a footbase 130, and a seat 140. In another variation, the engagement system 110 engages the torso of the user and includes at least two of the following: a seat back 142, a seat bottom 144, and side bolsters 146 and 148. In another variation, the engagement system 110 also includes a handbase 120, such as a steering wheel.
Patent GB-2446535-A (GB)
Title: Systems and methods for actuating a pipe connection
Inventor: HOWARD ERIK M
IPC: F16L37/62
Filed: 2006-10-11
Abstract: Systems and methods for actuating a pair of pipe flanges to cause the flanges to be sealingly engaged. In one embodiment, a connection includes a first flange, a second flange and a coupling. The first and second flanges have complementary mating surfaces. The coupling engages both the first and second flanges, with the flanges oriented so that their mating surfaces face each other. The coupling movably engages the first flange to form a cavity between the coupling and the flange. When fluid is forced into the cavity, expansion of the cavity moves the first mating surface toward the second mating surface. This is continued until the mating surfaces make contact and a desired amount of pressure is applied between them to create a seal. The pressure of the fluid is distributed evenly through the cavity, so the contact pressure between the mating surfaces of the flanges is also evenly distributed.
Patent GB-2460455-A (GB)
Title: Catapult
Inventor: HUGHES MIKE
IPC: A01K97/02
Filed: 2008-05-30
Abstract: A catapult comprises a bifurcated body 11 having a handle 13 and a pair of arms 12a and 12b which diverge from an end of the handle 13, the catapult further comprises an elongate resiliently extendable member 19 which extends between the arms 12a and 12b, wherein the member 19 comprises opposite ends 19a and 19b which extend along respective arms and which are releasably secured relative to the body 11. The opposite ends 19a and 19b may extend outwardly from the handle 13 and be clamped together by clamp 20. Upon releasing the clamp 20 the length of the member 19 between the arms can be varied so as to alter the launching force of the catapult. The catapult includes a shot carrier 21 for receiving shot, such as fish bait, to be launched. Also disclosed is a shot carrier 21 including a conical shaped receptacle (23, figure 4) and a handle (24) for gripping the carrier.
Patent GB-2462641-A (GB)
Title: Seismic network installation and wet connector
Inventor: ROBERTS PETER MILES
IPC: G01V1/38
Filed: 2008-08-15
Abstract: An apparatus and method for installing and maintaining an array of spaced apart workpieces on the seabed, wherein each workpiece is connected to at least one other workpiece by a tubular element, wherein the tubular elements are buoyant such that they form catenary arches. Apparatus is further disclosed comprising a fibre optic wet connector system mounted to subsea structures which permits coupling of tubular elements and workpieces.
Patent GB-2465574-A (GB)
Title: Picture framing tool
Inventor: COOK ALISTAIR
IPC: B27F7/02
Filed: 2008-11-20
Abstract: A picture framing tool 1 includes a moving head 4, which has a clamping part in the form of a spindle 8 for clamping two mitre frame sections F to be joined together using a V-nail. The spindle has a plurality of axially spaced teeth on an outer cylindrical surface and is slidably mounted to the moving head, such that it is positioned substantially vertically in use. Locking means 12 are selectively pivoted between a locking position, where an engaging part 16 of the locking means is engaged with the teeth of the spindle, to fix the spindle relative to the moving head; and an open position where the engaging part of the locking means is not engaged with the screw thread of the spindle, to allow the spindle to slide relative to the moving head. The teeth of the spindle may be defined by a screw thread or by a rack.
Patent GB-2457365-A (GB)
Title: Uterine activity momitoring using impedance plethysmography
Inventor: PANDIT ASHIT M
IPC: A61B5/053
Filed: 2009-02-09
Abstract: A method and system for monitoring the uterine activity of a patient. A pair of electrodes 10, 12 are positioned in contact with the skin of the patient in the abdominal area. An electrical signal is introduced into the patient by the electrodes 10, 12 and a return signal is received and detected by the same electrodes 10, 12. The return signal is analyzed and processed to produce a signal that is indicative of the uterine activity of the patient. As such, the system analyzes the electrical impedance and which changes with contractions or other uterine activity of the patient. As such, only two relatively light electrodes 10, 12 are utilized and both transmit and receive the electrical signal to determine changes in the impedance between the electrodes 10, 12 which is interpreted to be indicative of the uterine activity.
Patent GB-2468882-A (GB)
Title: Thermoforming tool for decorative pane
Inventor: TOWN JEREMY
IPC: B29C33/50
Filed: 2009-03-25
Abstract: A thermoforming tool comprises a first part 11 made of aluminium or cast resin. Flexible, preferably silicone, inserts 16 are coupled with the first part to define an undercut. The flexible inserts allow removal, from the undercut, of a substrate formed using the tool. The substrate formed using the tool is used for producing decorative glass panels or panes comprising glass pieces press-fitted to its surface, utilising the undercut. The entire tool may be entirely formed of silicone. The insert itself may define the undercut (see figure 4c).
Patent GB-2461371-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for detection of foreign matter in fibre material
Inventor: ENGELS GUIDO
IPC: D01G31/00
Filed: 2009-06-01
Abstract: Apparatus in a spinning room preparation, ginning or the like installation for detection of foreign objects of plastics material in a stream of fibre material, especially cotton, comprises a detector 6311for foreign matter, preferably comprising a camera 13, which receives reflected ultraviolet light originating from source 43 and polarised light that has been transmitted through the stream of fibre material from source 18. Preferably neither the UV nor polarised light normally registers with camera 13. When the ultraviolet light contacts certain contaminants (e.g. dense plastics packaging straps) it may be converted by fluorescence into light visible to the camera 13. Also when the polarised light is passed through certain contaminants (e.g. polypropylene or polyethylene) its polarisation may be changed such that it becomes visible to the camera 13. Both types of light are preferably simultaneously registered by the camera. Contaminants having a similar colour to the bulk fibre may thus be detected. A further colour sensitive camera set-up 631may also be provided to detect contaminants having a colour different to that of the bulk fibre. The camera systems may be used to trigger a device to eject detected contaminants. The apparatus preferably comprises a channel through which fibre material is pneumatically conveyed.
Patent GB-2464803-A (GB)
Title: Liquid Crystal Display
Inventor: LEE JAEKYUN
IPC: G02F1/1362
Filed: 2009-10-09
Abstract: A liquid crystal display is provided. The liquid crystal display includes an edge common line (21) receiving a common voltage (Vcom) through input sources, a plurality of pixel common line patterns (23) having a mesh structure are formed in each of liquid crystal cells (R, G, B) constituting each pixel and are electrically connected to one another, and a plurality of longitudinal common lines (22) that are electrically connected to the edge common line to apply the common voltage to the pixel common line patterns. The pixel common line patterns are connected to common electrodes (Ec1, Ec2, Ec3) of the liquid crystal cells. Each of the longitudinal common lines is formed between two horizontally adjacent pixels in a direction parallel to data lines. The pixels includes plurality of pixel units (A) each including two vertically adjacent pixels, and two data lines and three gate lines are assigned to each of the pixel units.