baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2427808-A (GB)
Title: An audio system which provides sound output in a fade condition to first speaker(s) with little loss of bass even when those speakers have less bass response
Inventor: PRINCE DAVID JOSEPH
IPC: H04S7/00
Filed: 2006-06-06
Abstract: An audio system (10) includes a first speaker (16,18) operable to output sound over a first frequency range, and a second speaker (24,26) operable to output sound over a second frequency range. A first input device (28) is operable to select a volume of the sound output by the first and second speakers (16,18,24,26), and a second input device (30) is operable to effect a change in the volume of the sound output by the first and second speakers (16,18,24,26), independently of each other. A control system (36) is configured to effect a change in the volume of the sound output by the second speaker (24,26) over a high portion of the second frequency range, while holding substantially constant the volume of the sound output by the second speaker (24,26) over a low portion of the second frequency range, when the second input device (30) is operated to change the volume of the sound output by the second speaker (24,26). The system may be used in a car or other vehicle.
Patent GB-2424829-A (GB)
Title: Pinch grip garment hanger including an offset mounting portion for magazine feed and automated loading of garments
Inventor: GOULDSON STANLEY FREDERICK
IPC: A47G25/48
Filed: 2003-02-14
Abstract: The hanger includes first and second spring-controlled fixed and movable pinch grip jaws 10b,10a mounted on a support bar (105,Fig.1), a movable guard 34 formed on each of the second pinch grip jaws, an extension portion 12c which connects a garment engaging portion 16 to the arch, and an offset mounting portion (11a,11b,Fig.1) which secures each of the pinch grips to the support bar. The first jaws define a rear plane 30 for the hanger offset from the vertical plane of the hanger with at least one pivot post (18a,b) formed on each of the first jaws. The pivot posts extend outwardly from the first jaws and together with pivot sockets (19a,19b,Fig.4A) define a pivot axis beyond the hanger's vertical plane. A fixed guard 26 is mounted on the forward face of the fixed pinch grip jaw 10b and extends forwardly past the centre line of support bar to prevent accidental dislodgement of garments from the pinch grip when two adjacent hangers are pressed together (Fig.5A). The fixed guard protects user engagement portions 24 of the second pinch grip jaws when a garment is engaged therein (Fig.6B).
Patent GB-2442007-A (GB)
Title: A seal assembly for sealing between two relatively slideable members
Inventor: ROBERTS MICHAEL COLIN
IPC: F16J15/16
Filed: 2006-09-19
Abstract: A seal assembly is provided for sealing between two relatively slideable members 31, 32 of non-circular cross-section, the seal assembly providing a seal between either of two pistons 2, 4 and the slideable members 31, 32. A plurality of adjacent seal members 16, 18, 20, 22, 28, 30 may be staggered and grouped within a groove 12, 14 so that all leakage surfaces between the two relatively slideable members are sealed. Multiple seal members or seal member groups may be used to reduce leakage caused by incomplete contact of the seal members with leakage surfaces. An actuator system may comprise various embodiments of the present invention to enable the actuation of one member in relation to another.
Patent GB-2443703-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for mounting a shower head
Inventor: KANTH KULDIP SINGH
IPC: E03C1/06
Filed: 2006-11-13
Abstract: Apparatus (2) for mounting a shower head (4), which apparatus (2) comprises mounting means (6) for receiving the shower head (4), and locking means (8) for releasably locking the shower head (4) to the mounting means (6). The mounting means (6) comprising a mounting body (10), a mouth portion (12) in the mounting body (10) for receiving the shower head (4), and an aperture (14) which is in the mounting body (10) and which is for receiving a locking member (16); and the locking means (8) comprising a locking body (18), the locking member (16), and a control device (20) for moving the locking member (16) in the aperture (14) between a first position in which the locking member (16) engages the shower head (14) and locks the shower head (4) to the mounting means (6), and a second position in which the locking member (16) does not engage the shower head (4) and allows the shower head (4) to be removed from the mounting means (6).
Patent GB-2443670-A (GB)
Title: Transmitting information using electrically isolated conductive bodies, which may be aircraft
Inventor: HUDSON STEVEN MARTIN
IPC: H04B5/00
Filed: 2006-11-13
Abstract: An aircraft, or other conductive body, 10 comprises transmission means for transmitting information to at least one other aircraft, said transmission means comprising: means 13 for generating an electric field external to the aircraft such that said field can control electrical charge 12 on at least one other aircraft; and means 40 for varying the electric field in accordance with information to be transmitted to said at least one other aircraft so that said at least one other aircraft can determine such information by detection of the control of electrical charge. The conductive body 10 comprises receiver means for receiving information from the transmission means of a similar conductive body, said receiver means comprising: electrical charge storage means 13 for storing electrical charge responsive to control by said transmission means; and detection means for detecting the control of such electrical charge so as to determine information transmitted by said transmission means. If the aircraft, or other body, is an insulator; electrically conductive pads or portions may be provided for charge storage. Plural orthogonal charge storage portions may be provided.
Patent GB-2433992-A (GB)
Title: Allele-specific sequencing
Inventor: COOPER DAVID NEIL
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2006-12-23
Abstract: A method of allele-specific sequencing any gene which involves the knowledge of the existing SNPs within said gene wherein a sample comprising a nucleic acid to be sequenced is hybridized with an allele specific primer whose terminal 3' base is homologous with at least one single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) within said nucleic acid, transcribing the nucleic acid to produce a complementary nucleic acid strand, sequencing said complementary nucleic acid strand to determine the existence of other known SNPs and using this information to haplotype an individual. The method is claimed in use on the growth hormone gene GH1, as are specific primers. Alternatively claimed are methods of detecting hypertension or stroke in an individual by determining the haplotype of the GH1 gene, including specific haplotypes.
Patent GB-2437645-A (GB)
Title: Point-the-bit steering system
Inventor: MENGER CHRISTIAN
IPC: E21B7/04
Filed: 2007-04-26
Abstract: A rotary steerable system ("RSS") includes a drive coupling having a first section 52 adapted for connection within a drill string, a second section adapted for supporting a drill bit, a flexible joint and a tubular sleeve 58 disposed about the flexible joint and at least portions of the first section and the second section. The tubular sleeve is connected to the second section for movement therewith and is sized to permit pivoting movement of the tubular sleeve relative to the portion of the first section disposed therein. At least three actuators 60 are carried by the portion of the first section that is disposed within the tubular sleeve for applying a pivoting force to an inner surface of the tubular sleeve when activated. A gate 106, which may be a rotary valve, is provided for delivering a force-transmitting medium such as drilling fluid or electricity to the actuators when the actuators are moved through a wellbore-referenced window. A strike ring may be carried on an inner surface of the sleeve to limit the degree of pivoting between the tubular sleeve and the first section.
Patent GB-2443282-A (GB)
Title: Piezo-Electric Safety Lighter with Spring-Loaded Latching Arrangement
Inventor: RUAN JUNKANG
IPC: F23Q2/16
Filed: 2007-07-04
Abstract: The present invention provides a piezoelectric safety lighter 12 which includes a lighter casing 10, a trigger button (1 fig 2), a safety button 2, a piezoelectric device (PZ), and a lever 4 with one end pivotally mounted within the casing at a pivot point ('x' fig 2). The trigger button is arranged to operate the lever and to trigger the piezoelectric device, via a projection (4B fig 2) on the lever which bears against a plunger (P) of the piezoelectric device (PZ). The safety button 2 is slidably mounted on the trigger button and engaged with a spring loaded safety lock member 3. The safety lock member is slidably mounted in the trigger button, and has a projecting stepped portion 3A which is normally engaged with a corresponding recess 4A of the lever to prevent depression of the trigger button. When in use, the safety button must be slid to disengage the safety lock member from the lever to allow depression of the trigger button.
Patent GB-2441034-A (GB)
Title: A stimulator for the sole of the foot
Inventor: GHATGE RAMESH
IPC: A61H7/00
Filed: 2007-08-07
Abstract: A stimulator in which at least one pressure member 22, for engagement with a part of the patient's body, is supported within a housing 16 and with a resilient biasing means 20 urging the member to protrude through an aperture in the housing. The biasing means may be in the form of a spring, or a cushioning layer or a gas-filled capsule. The device may be used to massage the sole of the foot or the palm of the hand. It may be incorporated into the sole of a shoe.
Patent GB-2453103-A (GB)
Title: A timber structure to support panels
Inventor: ARNOLD PAUL THOMAS
IPC: E04B1/19
Filed: 2007-09-17
Abstract: The invention relates to a structure that utilises timber members (1 and 2 figure 2) and steel connecting plates (5 and 6 figure 2) in conjunction with steel tension rods (3 and 4 figure 2) to provide support to panels, which are preferably made from glass. The structure is preferably in the form of a dome, hemisphere or arched shape. The timber members (1 and 2 figure 2) are preferably connected to a node member (8 figure 4) by screws. The connecting plates (5 and 6 figure 2) preferably have two or four arms each with a hole to connect with a pin of the tension rods (3 and 4 figure 2). The arms of the connecting plates (5 and 6 figure 2) may be inclined to the main body wherein the angle of inclination is to suit the dome radius. The connecting plates (5 and 6 figure 2) are preferably screwed to the node member (8 figure 4).
Patent GB-2444178-A (GB)
Title: Using sector protection information in a semiconductor memory device
Inventor: KAZUNARI KIDO
IPC: G11C16/08
Filed: 2004-05-11
Abstract: A semiconductor device comprises a first memory cell array for storing data, managed on a sector basis, a second memory cell array to store first sector protection information, a volatile memory circuit to store second sector protection information, and, a circuit to output the sector protection information. The first and second sector protection information is checked and if it is found that the data is protected in the first memory cell array, the second sector protection information is selected. This arrangement ensures that memory cells are not mistakenly overwritten. There can also be a user mode and a test mode to allow changes to the addressable domain of the memory cells.
Patent GB-2457022-A (GB)
Title: Creating a fuzzy inference model for medical image analysis
Inventor: SIDDIQUE MUHAMMAD MUSIB
IPC: G16H50/20
Filed: 2008-01-29
Abstract: Potential lesions in a plurality of medical images 302 are identified by lesion segmentation 304, and parameter values for each of the potential lesions are acquired 306. The potential lesions are then classified manually 308. The sets of parameter values and their corresponding classes are balanced 310. Subtractive clustering 312 is then applied to the balanced parameter value sets of each class, to derive cluster centres. Fuzzy inference rules are derived between the cluster centres and the classes, to create a fuzzy inference model 316.
Patent GB-2443121-A (GB)
Title: RFBD reading apparatus and method
Inventor: SEPPAE HEIKKI
IPC: H04B/
Filed: 2006-06-20
Abstract: This publication discloses an RFDD reading apparatus (1) and a method for the reading apparatus. The RFID reading apparatus comprises a transmitter (3), which is arranged to feed power to at least one RFED tag (2) in the vicinity of the RFID reading apparatus (1), and a receiver (4) operating on the frequency of the transmitter (3), so that the transmitter (3) and the receiver (4) are in operation simultaneously and the receiver (4) is arranged to receiver through a radio channel (7) a reflected signal of at least one RFDD tag (2) in the vicinity of the reading device. In accordance with the invention, the RFDD reading apparatus (1) comprises additionally means (Z2, 12, 13, 14, 20) for separating the payload signal arriving from the RFDD tag (2) from signals other than those arriving from the RFDD tag (2).
Patent GB-2447797-A (GB)
Title: Railway track bed composite structural element
Inventor: JAY ANTHONY
IPC: E01B1/00
Filed: 2007-03-02
Abstract: The element 80 has an upper water permeable layer, e.g. of geotextile, a lower water permeable layer, e.g. of geotextile and a filter material layer provided between the upper and lower water permeable layers. The filter material may be sand or glass and can be compartmentalized by a serpentine geotextile layer or by web elements extending across the filter layer between the upper and lower layers to form elongate compartments or a grid of cells. The element can be flexible to be rolled up for transport or rigid, in panel form. The element 80 can have on one layer an elongate sealing flap 85 extending from and along one edge or two adjacent edges. The element 80 can have on its other layer a further elongate flap extending from and along one edge or two adjacent edges which is/are opposite to the first-mentioned edge(s). This provides for laying elements in grid formation with mutually overlying and underlying flaps.
Patent GB-2465745-A (GB)
Title: Graphical User Interface Control(GUI) via configurable hardware
Inventor: FAVELL TOM
IPC: G06F3/0489
Filed: 2008-11-17
Abstract: The invention provides a configurable control system 300 and method of controlling a graphical user interface 310, 350. The graphical user interface comprises a graphical user interface application 350 installed on a computer 320, and an associated graphical user interface display 310. The configurable control system 300 comprises: a configurable hardware panel 380, the configurable hardware panel 380 being connectable to the computer 320; and a local application 370 for installation on the computer 320. The local application is adapted to: configure the configurable hardware panel 380; and provide communication between the configurable hardware panel 380 and the graphical user interface 310, 350. The invention allows a user to configure a hardware panel, without requiring programming skills. The invention may provide simultaneous control, from one configurable hardware panel 380, of multiple graphical user interfaces running on one or more computers.
Patent GB-2466216-A (GB)
Title: Using Internet information server in a client
Inventor: FEENEY BRENDAN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2008-12-12
Abstract: A method of processing data stored in a client device server operating an internet information server (IIS) environment, on a remote server in real time. Data is stored in an SQL database associated with the client device server. An active database connection is established with an SQL database associated with the remote server and data is transferred over the active database connection. An instruction is sent to the remote server database to execute a script and the transferred data is processed using a remote server application. The result of the processing is stored in the remote server for subsequent retrieval by the client device server.
Patent GB-2462498-A (GB)
Title: Valve device for variable lens
Inventor: STOREY GREGOR
IPC: F16K31/524
Filed: 2009-01-15
Abstract: A valve device for a variable lens comprises an inlet for receiving fluid from a reservoir 4, an outlet for passing fluid to a lens cavity and a valve member. The valve member 7 comprises a passageway for fluid communication between an inlet and an outlet 1, and a valve for closing the passageway 8. The valve is actuated by turning the valve member via lever 12 about an axis of rotation and the passageway extends along the valve member in the axial direction. The reservoir 4 may be arranged to be disconnected from the valve member at a point on the inlet side of the valve. The valve device may comprise a secondary reservoir 24 (fig. 10) connected to the outlet, and a secondary adjustment device 76 (fig. 10) for adjustment of the volume of the secondary reservoir thereby allowing adjustment of the lens when the valve is closed.
Patent GB-2456233-A (GB)
Title: Battery powered hair iron
Inventor: OVEREND PAUL
IPC: A45D1/02
Filed: 2004-11-19
Abstract: A hair iron 1 comprises first and second jaws 3,5 at least one of which carries a heating element 7,9, the jaws 3,5 being moveable between an open configuration and a closed configuration. The iron 1 comprises connector means for connecting to a battery unit 19 and a heating element 7,9 of the iron is arranged to be powered by said battery unit 19. Preferably, the iron will only accept a manufacturer approved battery unit.
Patent GB-2467369-A (GB)
Title: A method and tools for assembling a cylindrical magnet
Inventor: GORE RUSSELL PETER
IPC: G01R33/035
Filed: 2009-02-03
Abstract: A method for assembling a cylindrical magnet assembly to a bore tube, wherein the cylindrical magnet assembly comprises at least one coil mounted on a former 20, comprising the steps of providing a cavity 10 in the former 20 at selected locations; at each of the selected locations, deforming the material of the bore tube 8 to form a radially-directed protrusion 26; bringing each protrusion to bear against a periphery of each corresponding cavity and holding the bore tube 8 in place by spring tension. Also, disclosed is a method providing a radially-inwardly directed convex insert in the cavity to bear directly against the radially-directed protrusion. Further, disclosed are a series of tools for use in this method and the finished cylindrical magnet assembly manufactured by the different embodiments of the present invention.
Patent GB-2457001-A (GB)
Title: Safety valve
Inventor: RADFORD RICHARD
IPC: A62B9/02
Filed: 2007-12-19
Abstract: Apparatus for use in delivery of gas capable of combustion that incorporates a safety valve unit (37). The safety valve unit (37) closes the flow path of the gas from the source upon occurrence of a fire. The safety valve unit (37) has a valve body (56), a valve head (65) resiliency biased towards a valve-closure position and a fusible retainer (73) that holds the valve member in a valve open position. The valve body (56) defines a fluid flow passage between an outlet and the valve head (65). Within the fluid flow passage there is an elongate link member (66) which extends from the valve head (65) to the foot (67). The foot (67) engages the fusible retainer (73).
Patent GB-2472991-A (GB)
Title: Tread wear indicator
Inventor: JOHNSON CHRISTOPHER
IPC: B60C11/24
Filed: 2009-08-25
Abstract: Tread wear indicators are disclosed, for use on a tyre of a vehicle. A number of studs are provided, each containing three different coloured pellets, welded together and to the stud. The pellets are arranged in the same colour configuration, such as red, yellow and then green. The stud exterior has corrugated sides, including slanted portions and horizontal portions. The slanted portions allow the stud to be easily inserted in the tyre, and the horizontal portions help the stud be retained in the tyre.
Patent GB-2460567-A (GB)
Title: Polarimetric imaging apparatus
Inventor: HAYTER DANIEL ROBERT
IPC: G01N21/21
Filed: 2009-09-23
Abstract: A polarimetric imaging apparatus 2 and method for distinguishing objects of interest within a scene, said apparatus comprising means for resolving electromagnetic radiation received from the scene having a first substantially circular polarisation state into a first image and for resolving electromagnetic radiation received from the scene having a substantially circular polarisation state of opposite handedness to that of the first circular polarisation state into a second image, means for comparing the first and second images so as to identify differences there-between, and means for providing an output indicative of the difference between the first and second images.
Patent GB-2460005-A (GB)
Title: Microgravimeter for geophysical prospecting
Inventor: BEVERINI NICOLU
IPC: G01V7/00
Filed: 2008-03-28
Abstract: An apparatus and a method for measuring the gravitational acceleration on the ground, comprising a base frame (31), a resonator (10) having a first disc of sapphire (2) integral to said base frame (31), an a second disc of sapphire (1) arranged at a minimum distance from said first mass (2) and aligned vertically with respect to said first mass (2) such that said first and said second disc (1 and 2) form a resonator for electromagnetic signals (10); a cantilever arm (41) connected to said base frame (31) and holding resiliently the second disc (1); a magnetic probe (11) for applying an electromagnetic signal to said resonator (10) arranged according to a plane existing between the two discs (1 and 2); a linear electric probe (12), arranged under the fixed disc (2) aligned vertically with respect to its side edge, for measuring a resonance frequency of said resonator responsive to said electromagnetic signal, means for correlating the variation of said resonance frequency to a variation of distance between said discs (1 and 2), and means for correlating the variation of distance to local gravitational acceleration.
Patent GB-2460372-A (GB)
Title: Ergonomic adjustable chair
Inventor: KERSCHBAUMBER MICHAEL R
IPC: A47C3/026
Filed: 2008-02-28
Abstract: A chair mechanism for an ergonomically adjustable, reclinable chair includes a frame and profile bands mounted to the frame. The profile bands are flexible and are configured to define a forwardly projecting lumbar region, the degree of forward projection of the lumbar region being variable in response to the position and movement of the chair seat. A flexible back support surface is carried by and spans the region between the profile bands. The shape and contour of the back surface is controlled by the shape of the profile bands. The chair mechanism enables the user to shift easily between upright and reclining positions without requiring the use of heavy springs or complex linkages.
Patent GB-2460790-A (GB)
Title: Method of processing marine CSEM data
Inventor: LOSETH LARS OLE
IPC: G01V3/12
Filed: 2008-04-02
Abstract: A method is provided for processing marine controlled source electromagnetic data. Inline and broadside marine controlled source electromagnetic data are provided, for example by means of one or more horizontal electric dipoles and one or more receivers disposed in a water column above a subsurface to be surveyed. A linear combination of the inline and broadside data is formed so as to reduce the airwave content.