baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2377264-A (GB)
Title: Screw with notches
Inventor: HSU KUO-TAI
IPC: F16B25/00
Filed: 2001-07-06
Abstract: A screw (3) has a threaded shank (30) with at least two notches (32) in the shank (30). The notches (32) each comprise two surfaces (320, 321) which have an angle between them of between 91 and 119 degrees.
Patent GB-2380185-A (GB)
Title: Sheet folding apparatus and method
Inventor: CHAPMAN CARL
IPC: B65H45/14
Filed: 2001-09-28
Abstract: A sheet folding apparatus has first and second sheet folders 15, 16, preferably of buckle chute design. The second sheet folder 16 is located to one side of the supply path 13 to the first folder 15 and an exit path 25 of the second sheet folder 16 crosses the supply path 13 from the one side to the opposite one. A compact arrangement is provided for the internal components of the folding apparatus, which makes the sheet folding apparatus especially suitable for use in a small office/home office inserter.
Patent GB-2381054-A (GB)
Title: A pipe fitting
Inventor: DAVIDSON PAUL
IPC: F16L37/092
Filed: 2001-10-11
Abstract: A pipe fitting includes a mouth portion for connection to a pipe end 17, the mouth portion including sealing means 9 for sealing between the fitting and the pie. Pipe engaging means, located rearwardly of the sealing means, comprise an internal recess 5,7 within the mouth portion and, located within the recess, a part annular pipe gripping element 11.
Patent GB-2385499-A (GB)
Title: Network transport protocol
Inventor: BROWN ADAM FRANCIS
IPC: H04L1/00
Filed: 2002-02-18
Abstract: A method of operating a sender is described which provides reliable transmission of a plurality of data packets over a network to a plurality of receivers. One or more of the receivers defines a set of receivers. Each data packet is transmitted to a chosen set of receivers and acknowledgement messages are received from each of the receivers. Each acknowledgement message contains a record of the packets that have been validly received by the receiver sending that acknowledgement packet. A record is generated of the transmission of each packet to each receiver in a data structure which is indexed by packet identity and receive identity. The data structure is combined with each received acknowledgement message so that the data structure then includes a record of which receiver is yet to acknowledge receipt of which data packet. Each data packet is then retransmitted to the set of receivers which the data structure indicates have yet to acknowledge receipt of the data packet, unless all receivers have acknowledged receipt.
Patent GB-2387369-A (GB)
Title: Packaging of free-flowing products
Inventor: FRANKLIN KENNETH WINSTON
IPC: B65B39/04
Filed: 2002-04-09
Abstract: A packaging machine (10) comprises a funnel section (12) and a fill pipe (50). The funnel section (12) is mounted at the upper end of the fill pipe (50). Means are provided adjacent the upper part of the funnel section (12) for introduction of gas under pressure into the funnel section (12) and an aperture (78) is provided adjacent the junction between the funnel section (12) and the fill pipe (50), by which gas may be removed from the funnel section (12). The fill pipe is defined by concentric tubular elements (52, 54) which are spaced radially of one another to provide a small annular gap (56) therebetween. The gap (56) opens adjacent the lower end of the fill pipe (50) and is divided into first and second passageways (80, 82). The first passageway (80) is connected to means for supplying gas under pressure and the second passageway (82) forms a return path for gas fed down the first passageway (80). The machine may be used to package potato crisps into bags.
Patent GB-2375781-A (GB)
Title: Downhole reference device expanded by the insertion of a wedge into a slot
Inventor: DEWEY CHARLES HENRY
IPC: E21B47/04
Filed: 2002-05-17
Abstract: A tubular body 10 is expanded into contact with the borehole casing 15 by the insertion of a wedge 19 into a slot in the body. The body may serve as a location reference within the casing and may include an arrangement for orienting well tools. Preferably, the slot is tapered and complementary to the wedge and the outside of the body is roughened or has discrete teeth (figure 5) to engage the casing. A piston on a setting tool may actuate the wedge. Also disclosed is a method for setting a marker in a borehole involving orienting a reference member having a contoured upper surface 17, fixing the reference device by expanding it into engagement with the casing, and using the contoured surface to orient a locator device prior to performing an operation with a well tool.
Patent GB-2391644-A (GB)
Title: System for providing further information on published advertisements
Inventor: AUTY NEILSON STUART MASON
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2002-08-01
Abstract: An online system for providing in a second advertisement further information relating to a first published advertisement, the first and second advertisements representing a pair of advertisements, the system comprising: a communication means (10) arranged to, (i) receive the pair of advertisements submitted by an advertiser computer system, (ii) receive an input from a user, the input including an identifier, and (iii) send the second advertisement to a display device of the user; an information processing means (13) arranged to generate a unique identifier for the pair of advertisements submitted, the unique identifier being published together with the first advertisement; and an information storage means (14) arranged to store the second advertisement; whereby the communication means (13) on receipt of the identifier from the user, sends to the display device of the user the second advertisement that has a unique identifier which corresponds to the identifier inputted by the user.
Patent GB-2391868-A (GB)
Title: Polyethylene terephthalate/ polycarbonate mixture as replacement for polyformaldehyde polymers
Inventor: WU JIN-LONG
IPC: C08L69/00
Filed: 2002-08-13
Abstract: A material for use instead of polyformaldehyde comprises (i) a blend of 10-80% polyethylene terephthalate with 90-20% polycarbonate, (ii) a plasticizer, ideally diisononyl phthalate or dibutyl phthalate, (iii) calcium carbonate, (iv) stearic acid, (v) and optical brightening fluorescent agent, and (vi) a coloured paint pigment. In the ideal composition the PET/PC composition is 60%/40%. The components are mixed together and then dried at 120-130{C to remove any water which has been generated during mixing, and are then heated to 200-270{C (preferably 240{C) prior to extrusion to form particles. The particles are suitable for injection moulding techniques.
Patent GB-2393993-A (GB)
Title: Security closure for unoccupied premises
Inventor: MORRICE-EVANS TUDOR
IPC: E06B9/02
Filed: 2002-10-10
Abstract: A security closure for closing a door or window opening in a building (to deter burglars/vandals), comprising a panel 1 of sheet material having an outer face 3 and an inner face 2 for facing the opening to be closed, the panel 1 carrying one or more mounting means 11 and having attached thereto a respective one or more connecting elements 22,19,20,27 for anchoring to the surround 13 or frame 23 of the opening, whereby tensioning of the anchored one or more connecting elements 22,19,20,27 will pull the panel 1 against the opening, wherein the mounting means 11 via which the one or more connecting elements 22,19,20,27 are attached to the panel 1 comprise one or more respective mounting studs 22 mounted on and protruding inwardly from only the inner face 2 of the panel 1.
Patent GB-2381016-A (GB)
Title: A brick and brick laying tools
Inventor: CHAN KWOK PUN
IPC: E04B2/10
Filed: 2002-10-16
Abstract: A brick comprises opposed bedding surfaces (11, 12) and opposed end surfaces (13) wherein at least one of each of the bedding and end surfaces has a recess (16, 18) therein with a brick contacting region adjacent (17, 19) to said recess. Preferably the recess is a 'V' shaped groove extending centrally along the surface. When only one end surface is grooved (Figures 5-7), a brick contacting region (35, Figure 7) may be located at an end of the recess in the bedding surface. A plurality of such bricks may assembled to form a wall (Figures 4 and 8) with mortar being located in each recess. A mortar dispensing tool (40, Figure 9), in the form of a tube (41, Figure 9) having a handle (48, Figure 9) and a piston (43, Figure 9) therein is disclosed for applying mortar to the brick recesses. A mortar hopper (51, Figure 9) having an aperture (52, Figure 9) at a lower end thereof which preferably corresponds in shape to the cross sectional shape of the dispensing tool tube may be provided for supplying mortar to the dispensing tool. Further disclosed is a smoothing device (67, Figure 11) preferably having an inverted 'V' shaped smoothing surface (69, Figure 11) with sidewalls (70, Figure 11) depending therefrom and wheels (71, Figure 11) attached to the side walls which allow the device to slide along a course of bricks.
Patent GB-2383271-A (GB)
Title: Gaming method and system with bonus game
Inventor: MCCLINTIC MONICA A
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2002-12-19
Abstract: A gaming method comprises the play of a base game in which the player can gain resource items. Upon the occurrence of a predetermined event during the play of the base game the player is provided with the option of playing a bonus game. The resource items gained by the player are useful in progressing through the bonus game. The player may or may not be obliged to play the bonus game. There may be a predetermined group of resource items, such as different types of tool. The bonus game may consist of the player choosing one of his gained resource items and wagering that against at least one randomly chosen resource item. The player's progress may be presented by a player marker. Awards may be given as the player progresses through the bonus game.
Patent GB-2398308-A (GB)
Title: An apparartus for moving a downhole tool down a wellbore
Inventor: ORBAN JACQUES
IPC: E21B7/06
Filed: 2003-02-11
Abstract: A downhole tool comprises an axial drive unit 10 having a connection for an electric power cable extending up the borehole 14, and including anchoring mechanisms 12 operable in the borehole between a first configuration which resists rotational and axial movement of the unit 10, and a second configuration in which the anchoring mechanism 12 is movable axially in the borehole 14, an axial drive mechanism 10 that moves the anchoring mechanism 12 axially down the borehole 14 when in the second configuration; a motor 28 mounted on the drive unit 10 at the downhole end thereof; a hydraulic pump 30 connected to the motor 28, the pump 30 providing a source of hydraulic power; and a functional unit (38, 40) connected below the hydraulic pump 30 and powered thereby, operation of the axial drive mechanism 10 acting to move the functional unit (38, 40) axially down the borehole 14.
Patent GB-2402319-A (GB)
Title: Head harness with adjustable eye shield
Inventor: JOHNSTONE CLIVE
IPC: A42B3/04
Filed: 2003-05-19
Abstract: A head harness 11 has an adjustable head strap 12, and a harness 13 in the form of a star shaped member with six projecting arms which project through clip slots arranged symmetrically around the head strap. The outer end of each arm locates a clip to provide for attachment to a helmet. An eye shield 14 is also fitted to the harness which has integral extensions to the sides (76, 80 fig. 7) which are detachably mounted to the sides of the head strap. The eye shield has a central extension (74 fig. 7), which has a sliding engagement with clamping means (41 fig. 1) on the head strap which provides for displacement of the visor between a first, working position and a second, retracted position.
Patent GB-2406507-A (GB)
Title: Reconfigurable seat
Inventor: COLLICOTT TOM
IPC: B60N2/90
Filed: 2003-10-04
Abstract: A seat preferably for a vehicle incorporates a number of tubes a,b,c, which are selectively inflated to make provision for occupants of varying number or size. The tubes may be inflated through pipes d using a compressor e, and a redistribution valve f. The bench type seat may include a back of comparable construction, which would reconfigure in the same manner.
Patent GB-2402326-A (GB)
Title: Disposal of tin cans using a slide
Inventor: HAYES STEPHEN PAUL
IPC: B65F1/00
Filed: 2004-05-21
Abstract: The method comprises placing cans on a slide 10, lifting the slide so that the mouth of the slide is aligned with a hole 28 in a disposal bin 26, and tipping the slide so that the cans thereon slide into the bin through the hole. Preferably the slide 10 is a blind square tube with a handle. There is also provided a support 32 to support a plurality of slides 10 for cans, each slide being received in a respective compartment formed by partitions.
Patent GB-2410672-A (GB)
Title: Shoes with inter-changeable accessories
Inventor: JACKSON EMMA
IPC: A45C13/10
Filed: 2004-06-02
Abstract: A shoe with inter-changeable accessories comprise a magnet fixed to the surface of the shoe and a range of inter-changeable accessories each having a corresponding magnet attached. The magnets allow the inter-changeable accessories to be detachably attached to the shoe thereby allowing the design/style of the shoe to be changed. The inter-changeable accessories comprise a material strip 5 with a magnet attached to the underside 4 with an accessory such as a bow, ribbon, buckle, gemstones, logo or pattern attached to the top 6. A magnet or plurality of magnets may be riveted to the surface of the shoe allowing the one or more accessories to be detachably attached to various parts of the shoe. Alternatively the accessories are attached to a pin (8, Fig 5) that is attached to the surface of the shoe whereby the material strip (5, Fig 5) of the accessory is slid on the pin and held in place by a small magnet or hook and loop material.
Patent GB-2415480-A (GB)
Title: Vane type phaser in which each vane has a seal around all three of its sliding edges
Inventor: LANCEFIELD TIMOTHY MARK
IPC: F01L1/344
Filed: 2004-06-25
Abstract: A vane-type phaser has a rotor 110 with vanes 114 that are movable relative to a stator to define variable volume working chambers between the stator and the rotor. Each vane 114 is provided with an energised seal 118 for sealing around all three of its sliding edges.
Patent GB-2408591-A (GB)
Title: Projection screens
Inventor: ASTILL GARY JAMES
IPC: G03B21/58
Filed: 2004-11-26
Abstract: A projection screen (10,50) is disclosed that comprises a projection layer (24,52) formed of a flexible sheet of fabric and means (28) for supporting the projection layer (24,52) in tension during use. At least part of the tensioned projection layer (24,52) has a front projection surface (25) adapted to have an image projected thereon and a corresponding rear surface that is overlaid with a backing layer (26) that absorbs light transmitted through the projection surface (25) of the projection layer (24,52).
Patent GB-2406646-A (GB)
Title: Wireless SAW device used as pressure switch
Inventor: BREED DAVID SCRANTON
IPC: G06V30/194
Filed: 2001-09-07
Abstract: A pressure switch for a vehicle includes a SAW sensor 121,124 having an interdigital transducer and a reflector formed on a substrate. A surface 120 within the passenger compartment of the vehicle (eg armrest, steering wheel airbag cover) contains a projection 122 which permits force exerted on the surface 120 to be transmitted to the SAW device 121,124, thus changing the time delay or natural frequency of the surface acoustic wave. A projection 123 may also be formed on the substrate of the SAW device.
Patent GB-2416313-A (GB)
Title: Skate suspension system
Inventor: TREW MICHAEL
IPC: A63C17/02
Filed: 2004-12-14
Abstract: A skate or skateboard with a base plate 1 has a wheel axle 5 which passes through an axle block 6 and at least one shock absorber 3. The shock absorbers 3 may be contained within recesses 2 of the plate 1 or within a suitably shaped tube attached to the plate. The axle block 6 is formed as a bent strip which straddles the shock absorbers 3. The axle block also carries a pivot pin 7 which fits into an elastic cup 8 in a recess 9 of the base plate 1. The arrangement allows the skate to be steered into a turn. A brake may be attached to either end of the base plate.
Patent GB-2417378-A (GB)
Title: Battery charger and power supply control means
Inventor: HAWKSLEY GRAEME ERIC
IPC: H02J7/14
Filed: 2005-01-07
Abstract: A battery charger comprises an internal combustion engine (13) coupled to a DC electric generator (11) operative to output a charging current to a battery (9), and control means operative to generate a control signal to control the internal combustion engine (13) such that the generator (11) outputs sequential charging current pulses to the battery (9). The amplitude of the current pulse delivered to the battery (9) corresponds to the most energy efficient operating speed of the engine (13). Control means for such a battery charger is also provided.
Patent GB-2412254-A (GB)
Title: GPS navigation system
Inventor: RIDDIFORD MARTIN
IPC: G01C21/36
Filed: 2005-03-15
Abstract: A GPS navigation system comprises a GPS navigation device and a dock to receive the device, the dock having an RF connector which connects with a corresponding connector of the device when properly mounted on the dock, so as automatically to connect an RF signal from the dock to the device. The device may be received on a rotatable platform 45 of the dock and the platform may be mounted on arms pivoted at 46 and 47. The dock may be mounted on a vehicle dashboard.
Patent GB-2426720-A (GB)
Title: Inflatable amusement apparatus
Inventor: HAMILTON JAMES
IPC: A63B5/11
Filed: 2005-06-03
Abstract: An inflatable apparatus, such as a bouncy castle or any other recreational inflatable, comprising a first inflatable member for providing a structural element of the apparatus and for supporting a user and a second inflatable member 50 which is inflatable independently of the first inflatable member. Also provided is a controller operable to cause inflation of the second inflatable member 50.
Patent GB-2427453-A (GB)
Title: Ducting having internal hinge
Inventor: EDMONDSON ANDREW BRYAN
IPC: H02G3/04
Filed: 2005-06-21
Abstract: An elongate tubular ducting component (10) of single piece construction which includes a first inner layer (28, fig. 3) and a second layer (30, fig. 3). Each of which layers is split along a radially extending split line and the inner layer (28) is provided wit at least one internal hinge (16) so that a unitary member is formed. Further, the outer layer (30) has a plurality of spaced cut-outs (4) arranged along the split line each of which cut-outs provides access to a circumferentially extending slot for receiving a tension band.
Patent GB-2427594-A (GB)
Title: A motor vehicle having a stowable roof
Inventor: HARDING JOHN
IPC: B60J7/14
Filed: 2005-06-29
Abstract: A motor vehicle 5 is disclosed having front and rear roof members 6 and 7 which can be moved from in use to stowed positions to change the style of the motor vehicle from a two box style to an alternative style of motor vehicle. A stowage mechanism 20 for the front roof member 6 is disclosed which can be easily packaged in the motor vehicle and enables the front roof member 6 to be raised so as to enable the rear roof 7 to be stowed. The raising of the front section may be achieved by raising the mounting point of the lower end of the stowing mechanism's linkage.
Patent GB-2428539-A (GB)
Title: Detecting missing or lost items
Inventor: GRAY ROBERT
IPC: G08B21/24
Filed: 2005-07-15
Abstract: A system for detecting missing or lost items, comprises a transmitter such as a mobile telephone capable of transmitting wireless signals and a receiver capable of receiving wireless signals from the transmitter. The receiver is capable of producing an audio and /or visual signal on receipt of a wireless signal from the transmitter, thereby enabling the user of the transmitter to find the said item when the receiver is located on, in or near the item.
Patent GB-2419938-A (GB)
Title: Engine coolant auxiliary heat exchanger connector to minimise the restriction to flow in a return line from a primary heat exchanger
Inventor: HUTCHINS WILLIAM RICHARD
IPC: F16L41/02
Filed: 2005-10-18
Abstract: A four way connector piece 17 is fitted in a radiator bottom hose and comprises a plastics moulding 41 having an inlet spigot 47 connected to the radiator and an outlet spigot 51 connected to the engine. The inlet and outlet spigots define circular-section inlet and outlet ports 48, 52, an inlet divider wall 55 extending across and along the inlet port to define a D-section scoop passage 57 and a D-section inlet passage 56 which is connected to the outlet port by a D-section through passage 42. Cooler feed and return spigots extend transversely of the inlet and outlet ports and are offset from the axis of these ports, the feed spigot forming a feed passage 58 which intersects the scoop passage at a bend formed by a curved wall 59 while the return spigot forms a cooler return passage 61 which intersects the through passage at an orifice 64 where the through passage opens into the outlet port. The through passage is formed by a substantially flat wall 63 which is inclined away from the axis of the inlet and outlet ports so that the through passage is tapered. Thus the inlet passage, the through passage and the outlet port form a venturi, the orifice opening into this venturi at the downstream end of the through passage where it adjoins the outlet port. In use, cold flow from the radiator passes through the inlet port and out of the outlet port for return to the engine. The inlet divider wall forms a scoop which projects into the cooled return flow to divert part of the radiator return flow through the scoop passage, the cooler feed passage and through an oil cooler and back to the return passage and the orifice, the orifice being at a reduced pressure zone of the venturi formed by the through passage to help drive coolant through the oil cooler.
Patent GB-2420217-A (GB)
Title: Graphic back-lighting for panel with touch switch
Inventor: CORPORATION LEAR
IPC: F21V8/00
Filed: 2005-11-09
Abstract: A light emitting panel having first and second panel 20,30 that are constructed of a generally transparent material and that are connected such that the second panel 30 is angularly positioned relative to the first panel 20. The first panel 20 has first and second opposing surface 22,24, wherein at least a portion of the surfaces have a reflective material 50 disposed thereon and an aperture 54 through the reflective material 50 is positioned on the first surface 20. A light source 40 is associated with the second panel 30 and a contact-less switch sensor 60 is positioned at the second surface 24. The contact-less switch sensor 60 may be a field effect switch pad, a capacitine switch pad, resistive switch pad, or any other contact-less switch sensor.
Patent GB-2419984-A (GB)
Title: Communication in a Serial Attached SCSI storage network
Inventor: LOFFINK JOHN S
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2004-11-12
Abstract: A bridge device is disclosed for a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) storage network. The bridge device comprises multiple input ports (connected to the Serial Attached SCSI storage network) and an output port coupled to a Serial ATA (SATA) drive. It is operable to translate storage transactions between the Serial ATA drive and the remainder of the serial attached SCSI storage network. The bridge device can further comprise an arbiter to manage the flow of data to/from the Serial ATA drive. It is operable to mange the data from the input ports such that only a single stream of serial data is being translated by the translator. The arbiter further manages the flow of data from the Serial ATA drive via the translator to the correct input port. The bridge can be used to translate the Serial ATA Tunnelling Protocol.