baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2491768-A (GB)
Title: Performing aggressive code optimization with an ability to rollback changes made by the aggressive optimizations
Inventor: GSCHWIND MICHAEL K
IPC: G06F9/45
Filed: 2011-02-25
Abstract: Mechanisms for aggressively optimizing computer code (415) are provided. With these mechanisms, executable code (415) is received having a portion of code for which an aggressively compiled code version (420) and a conservatively compiled code version (430) of the portion of code are provided. The aggressively compiled code version (420) of the portion of code is executed (610) in a processor (206) of the data processing system (450). A determination (620) is made as to whether an exception condition occurs during execution of the aggressively compiled code version (420). Changes to a state of the portion of code are rolled-back (630) in response to a determination (620) that an exception condition occurs. The conservatively compiled code version (430) in the processor (206) of the data processing system (450) is executed in response to rolling-back (630) changes to the state of the portion of code.
Patent GB-2496767-A (GB)
Title: Integrated adjustable backrest and storage unit
Inventor: BROWN BARRY
IPC: B62J9/00
Filed: 2011-06-29
Abstract: An integral unit that may serve as a backrest and a storage unit is provided. The integrated backrest and storage unit is configured such that a front surface of the integrated backrest and storage unit serves as a backrest for a driver of the two-wheel vehicle when the integrated backrest and storage unit is in a first position and the front surface serves as a back rest for a passenger of the two-wheel vehicle when the integrated backrest and storage unit is in a second position.
Patent GB-2504799-A (GB)
Title: Compression latch with separate handle and latch member pivot joints
Inventor: WOLLACOTT MARTIN
IPC: E05C3/08
Filed: 2013-03-21
Abstract: The latch comprises a latch mount, a latch member 14 and a remotely actuated drive shaft. The drive shaft and the latch member are pivotally connected to the mount at a first link pivot point and a latch member pivot point 41 respectively, the latch member pivotable between open and closed positions. The latch member is connected to the drive shaft by a linkage so as to be moveable upon rotation of the drive shaft and comprises a striker 38 at its second end. The linkage may be configured such that the angular movement of the drive shaft results in a smaller angular movement of the latch member, the ratio of the two may vary depending on the position of the latch member. The linkage may be at least a four bar linkage comprising first and second links 66 connected to the first and second pivot points respectively. A latch assembly comprising primary and secondary compression latches is also claimed.
Patent GB-2502189-A (GB)
Title: Magnetic assembly for a co-axial loudspeaker
Inventor: ROBINEAU PHILIPPE
IPC: H04R1/24
Filed: 2013-03-25
Abstract: The magnetic assembly comprises a magnet 11, a top plate 7, a bottom or rear plate 15 and a pole piece 13. The pole piece 13 forms an outer air gap 25 and an inner air gap 21 for coaxial voice coils of the loudspeaker (fig 1, fig 3a). The inner air gap 21 is formed between a projection 17 on the pole piece 13 and a projection 19 on the rear or bottom plate 15. The same magnet is used for the magnetic circuits of the two voice coils. The pole piece 13 is attached to the rear or bottom plate 15 by way of a non-magnetic element 29. The pole piece is shaped to produce both a low-frequency and a high-frequency magnetic circuit. A convex dome is attached to the high frequency voice coil. The dome (31, fig 1, fig 3a) may be clamped to a phase corrector (32, fig 3a).
Patent GB-2518583-A (GB)
Title: Safety system and method
Inventor: HOLLIDAY ANTONY JAMES
IPC: B63C9/00
Filed: 2013-07-04
Abstract: A safety system for a boat, and a method of using the same, the safety system including a base unit 22,22 securable to the boat 12 and operably connected to one or more of the boat steering, engine and throttle controls, the base unit 20,22 comprising a radio-frequency identification (RFID) reader and speed measuring means. The safety system also includes a portable unit 30 securable to a person 32 on the boat, the portable unit 30 comprising a radio-frequency identification (RFID) transmitter. The RFID reader and RFID transmitter are adapted to wirelessly communicate with one another when the portable unit is within a predetermined range 40, 42 of the base unit 20,22, and affect the controls (such as by stopping the engine) if the portable unit 30 moves out of range of the base unit20,22. The base unit may also include an override mode, allowing the portable unit to go out of range for a limited time and/or if the boats speed is below a defined value.
Patent GB-2508261-A (GB)
Title: Connector particularly for connecting conduits to a thermostatic expansion valve of a vehicle air conditioning system
Inventor: KESLER ERIC W
IPC: B23P11/00
Filed: 2013-08-27
Abstract: The connector 16 includes a planar plate 29 having an opening 34 comprising a recessed portion (38, figure 4) and a slot (40, figure 4). The opening receives a conduit, such as a high pressure supply line 14 of a vehicle air conditioning system. A method for coupling the conduit to the connector includes the step of urging at least a portion of the conduit through the slot and into the recessed portion of the plate, whereby the at least a portion of the conduit is deformed to correspond with a configuration of the opening to prevent disengagement of the conduit from the plate. Urging can be done with a press-die (54, figure 4b). The opening may be mushroom shaped, triangular shaped, square or rectangular shaped or generally irregular shaped. Ideally, the connector includes an additional opening 32 to receive a second conduit that serves as a return line 12 of the vehicle air conditioning system. The connector is preferably mounted to a thermostatic expansion valve 20 of the vehicle air conditioning system by passing a bolt 37 through a central aperture (30, figure 4) of the connector and securing a nut 18 to the bolt.
Patent GB-2521176-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for profiling a beam of a light emitting semiconductor device
Inventor: PERCIVAL CHRISTOPHER
IPC: H01L51/50
Filed: 2013-12-11
Abstract: Profiling a beam of a light emitting semiconductor device comprising a light emitting semiconductor device 102 with an active region 108 formed on a substrate 104 and configured to generate light when a suitable electrical current is applied to contacts on an upper surface of the device. The device further has a light emitting surface 110 defined by a lower surface of the substrate opposite the contacts. A transmission medium 112 comprising a first surface 114 is in contact with at least part of the light emitting surface of the semiconductor device and a diffusion surface 116 is opposite the first surface, and configured to diffuse light emitted from the micro-LED. The beam may be profiled with a beam profiler and may also use a power meter. The diffusion surface may be configured to diffuse light in a substantially Lambertian profile. The transmission medium may comprise either glass or sapphire.
Patent GB-2517522-A (GB)
Title: The Butkus Turbine
Inventor: BUTKUS JOHN
IPC: F03B17/06
Filed: 2013-12-20
Abstract: A tidal or river turbine uses an under shot paddle wheel 9 mounted in a duct 10, 11. The ducts 10, 11are tapered to accelerate flow onto the blades of the paddle wheel 9. The unit may be factory assembled or supplied in kit form. The paddle wheel may drive a generator via a ring gear and pinion (figure 5). The generator may be remotely located on shore and driven by a hydraulic or mechanical transmission. The assembly is mounted on the sea or river bed to avoid shipping, ice etc, and does not affect its surroundings visually.
Patent GB-2506797-A (GB)
Title: Mobile inspection system for aircraft
Inventor: BENDAHAN JOSEPH
IPC: G01N23/083
Filed: 2010-10-29
Abstract: A x-ray transmission based system for scanning aircraft for concealed threats comprises a vehicle 202 and a manipulator arm 203 attached with a scanning head 204 that can be manoeuvred in multiple directions to completely scan an aircraft from the outside. The scanning head 204 has an x-ray source for generating an x-ray beam toward the aircraft. The system also includes a detector unit 205 comprising a set of detectors which is movable to be aligned with the scanning head, and a computer system with memory for controlling motion of the system. The system may further include gamma-ray and neutron detectors, for detection of nuclear and radioactive materials, and may further include a set of backscatter detectors.
Patent GB-2506802-A (GB)
Title: Terminal wire block with spring and screw clamps
Inventor: MILLER ARLYN EARL
IPC: H01R4/30
Filed: 2010-09-09
Abstract: A terminal wire block 200 comprises a spring clamp 202 and a screw clamp 204 to hold an electrical wire in a fixed position. At least one of the clamps is adapted to secure the wire independently of the other and at least one of the clamps is independently operable. The spring clamp 202 has biasing element to implement a push-in contact. The screw clamp 204 has an externally threaded fastener 232, wherein the fastener 232 is operatively connected to the biasing element to release the wire from the spring clamp 202 in response to pressure applied to the fastener 232.
Patent GB-2508321-A (GB)
Title: Liquid crystalline medium
Inventor: KLASEN-MEMMER MELANIE
IPC: C09K19/12
Filed: 2012-12-13
Abstract: A liquid-crystalline medium which comprises i) at least one compound of the formula I; in which R1, R1*, Z1, L1 and L2 have the meanings indicated in Claim 1; and ii) one or more compounds selected from L-1 to L-11, P-4, CCH-n-m, CCH-n-Om and EY as defined in claim 1. Also shown is the use the liquid cryaralline media for an active-matrix display, in particular based on the VA, PSA-, PS-VA, PALO, FFS, PS-FFS, PS-IPS or IPS effect.
Patent GB-2525885-A (GB)
Title: Backlit illuminated keyboard for editing purposes
Inventor: BROWN MARK ROBERT
IPC: G06F3/02
Filed: 2014-05-07
Abstract: An illuminated keyboard 100 for use in video editing, audio editing, design programs and flight simulations running on a computer device the keyboard comprising a plurality of keys 102 provided with a standard keyboard letter 104, a shortcut key 106 and at least one text 108 describing the least one action to be performed using the computer device. The illuminated keyboard includes at least one backlit means activated using a button on the illuminated keyboard for illuminating the plurality of keys under low light conditions. The shortcut key on the plurality of keys of the illuminated keyboard is an icon and/or a diagram or an image to easily describe the at least one action to be preformed using at least one program. Preferably, the plurality of keys of the illuminated keyboard has different colours to identify the keys, the keys being translucent to allow light to project there through.
Patent GB-2526341-A (GB)
Title: A flow cabinet system for cleaning at least one object
Inventor: ANDERSSON BO-GORAN
IPC: B08B15/02
Filed: 2014-05-21
Abstract: A flow cabinet system 100 for cleaning at least one object, possibly an object produced by 3D printing, comprises a cabinet 1 having walls 15, 17, 19, 23, 25, 27 enclosing a volume. Tubing for the supply of compressed gas as well as a plurality of handheld cleaning tools within the volume for removing, by means of the supplied compressed gas, powder from the at least one object are included. An extraction unit 63 comprises tubing for extracting powder-laden gas from the volume through a gas outlet located near one of the left and right side walls and the back wall. A gas inlet 51 in the back wall near the other of the left and right side walls and the back wall so as to define an overall flow that is substantially horizontal and transverse to the operator. Other components include cyclone separator 75, removable container 77, filter device 79, discharge hose 81 and external silencer 71.
Patent GB-2528031-A (GB)
Title: A Rotary Pump
Inventor: GOLDING JAMES ANDREW
IPC: F04C5/00
Filed: 2014-05-29
Abstract: A rotary pump in a housing defines an annular chamber with an inlet 32 and outlet 34 port. The inlet and outlet ports are located on either side of a partition 36 which extends across the chamber. A flexible annular diaphragm 1 forms one side of the chamber. The diaphragm faces a wall 30 on the housing which forms the second side of the chamber. The diaphragm is sealed at its innermost and outermost edges to the housing. A swashplate 50 is connected to the diaphragm such that movement of the swashplate causes the diaphragm to press precessively against the wall of the housing. In this manner the swashplate forces fluid drawn in at the inlet on one side of the partition around the chamber and expels the fluid at the outlet at the other side of the partition. The pump further comprises a sealing ring 2 including an opening through which the swashplate connects with the diaphragm by a snap fitting. The arrangement further comprises a rotatble shaft coupled to the swashplate by an eccentric bearing and the shaft is coupled via flexible tube member to a motor.
Patent GB-2526839-A (GB)
Title: Method of contending for access to a communication channel and associated communication device
Inventor: GUIGNARD ROMAIN
IPC: H04W74/08
Filed: 2014-06-04
Abstract: The invention relates to contention for access to a communication medium. A method according to the invention includes, at a first node, steps of generating backoff values of a Collision Avoidance mechanism for a plurality of collaborative nodes, each backoff value being associated with a respective collaborative node; loading at least one hardware backoff counter with the backoff values, each hardware backoff counter being decremented over time until expiry; and upon detecting the expiry of one of the hardware backoff counters, accessing the medium if the backoff value loaded in the hardware backoff counter that has just expired is associated with the first node; otherwise. directly loading the hardware backoff counter that has just expired with the backoff value associated with a collaborative node different from the one with which the backoff value last loaded in that hardware backoff counter is associated.
Patent GB-2520150-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable bed
Inventor: BROOM GARY
IPC: A61G7/015
Filed: 2014-09-17
Abstract: The invention concerns an adjustable bed 10 comprising a frame having at least two sections 20a, 20b including an upper body section 20a on which an adjustable back rest 12 is mounted and a separate lower body section 20b. The adjustable back rest 12 is pivotally mounted for angular adjustment with respect to the frame. The upper and lower body sections 20a, 20b are capable of being joined together to provide a full length adjustable bed. The bed preferably also has a fixed support section 14a adjacent the backrest support section 12, and preferably a further fixed section 14b adjacent the lower body section 16. The lower body section 20b may comprise an adjustable upper leg/thigh 16 support and a lower leg/calf support 18. The invention provides an adjustable bed that can be stored and transported in two parts, allowing for ease of storage, display, delivery and installation.
Patent GB-2532184-A (GB)
Title: Weather protection during building construction
Inventor: PAUL ROGERS
IPC: E04G21/28
Filed: 2014-09-19
Abstract: A method of cladding a building having an opening and a cladding system is disclosed. The method comprises securing a weather shield (100, Fig 1) across at least part of the opening and attaching a cladding panel 1401 to the building over the outside of the weather shield. The system preferably comprises a weather shield for covering at least part of the opening, the weather shield being releasably securable to the building; and, a cladding panel 1401 attachable to the building over the outside of the weather shield. The weather shield may arranged to be detached from the building after the cladding panel 1401 has been attached to the building over the outside of the weather shield. Also disclosed is a method of cladding a building characterised by a weather shield and cladding panel, wherein the weather shield can be removed after the attachment of the cladding panel.
Patent GB-2531734-A (GB)
Title: A carburettor for gaseous fuels
Inventor: DAVID CAVAGNA
IPC: F02M21/04
Filed: 2014-10-28
Abstract: A carburettor for supplying gaseous fuels in internal combustion engines, comprises a main body (101, fig.1B) comprising an intake section (102, fig.1B), a first pressure reduction section (1, fig.2), a second pressure reduction section 2 connected to the first section (1), a supply section 3 connected to the second pressure reduction section 2, and a Venturi device (4, fig.5) connected to the supply section 3, wherein the Venturi (4) forms a central portion of the carburettor (100, fig.1B). The first pressure reduction section (1) and the supply section 3 extend on opposite sides of the Venturi device (4), the second supply section (2) being interposed between the first pressure reduction section (1) and the supply section 3 and wherein the supply section 3 further comprises an actuating device 6 that can allow passage of fuel through a third conduit 130 towards the third chamber 30 to enrich the fuel/air mix during engine starting.
Patent GB-2533080-A (GB)
Title: Electronic vapour inhalers
Inventor: MARK GILL
IPC: A24F40/485
Filed: 2014-11-11
Abstract: An electronic vapour inhaler 10 with a cartridge 26 disposed in its housing. The cartridge can contain an elongated induction heatable element 28 surrounded by a tobacco and flavour release medium. An induction coil 34 exists in the proximal end 14 of the housing. An AC current produced by power source 22 and control arrangement 20 is applied to the coil. This creates an alternating magnetic field within the coil that causes the induction heating in within the element 28. Another type of cartridge in which induction heatable material is dispersed through the flavour release medium, allowing for a more even heating effect is also available. Induction heating requires not electrical connection between the coils and heatable material, which simplifies the construction of the device. Also, since the heatable material is in the cartridge, there is no issue of it wearing out, as it is replaced along with the cartridge.
Patent GB-2536436-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for managing penalty charge notices
Inventor: ELLIS GREEN
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 2015-03-16
Abstract: An apparatus for managing penalty charge notices (PCNs) comprises a database for storing PCNs; a first interface to receive newly issued PCNs; a processor to receive the newly issued PCNs from the first interface and add the newly issued PCNs to the database; a second interface to receive payment information from a PCN recipient, process the payment, and modify the PCN database to indicate which PCNs have been paid; and a penalty charge notice voucher server configured to issue a voucher that is specific to a voucher operator upon payment of a PCN that was issued to the PCN recipient. The PCN can include parking charge notices, or parking fines, that have been issued using apparatus such as automatic number plate recognition ANPR cameras, or portable PCN issuing devices. The voucher can be sent as an email and can be redeemable against goods or services at a specific store.
Patent GB-2527672-A (GB)
Title: Measuring device performance
Inventor: KEMPSTER JASON
IPC: G06F11/34
Filed: 2015-05-22
Abstract: Method for determining the capability and performance of mobile devices comprising receiving a plurality of images at a mobile device and storing the images in a non-working memory 101. A timer is started 102 and a first series of images is retrieved from memory and displayed on the mobile device 103 and stopping the timer 104 to determine the time taken to display the first series of images. The images are transparent as to not be seen by the user. This is repeated 106 until the time taken to display a series of images is above a threshold or a predetermined number of series of images have been displayed, repetition of the method uses increasing numbers of images. The memory of the device maybe calculated based on the number of images in a series displayed prior to a series for which the frame rate was below a predetermined threshold. The processor capability may be calculated based on the average frame rate achieved for the display of a series of images. The capability of the mobile device maybe used to configure/optimise software for execution on the device.
Patent GB-2528012-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for reducing call setup delay
Inventor: BURKS JANUS P
IPC: H04W52/02
Filed: 2014-04-24
Abstract: A power-saving enabled subscriber device operates in a low-power state in which at least one wireless link is disconnected from a wireless data network and in which the wireless link is periodically temporarily re-established to check for pending transmissions at a first reduced frequency before re-entering the disconnected state in response to finding no pending data transmissions. To reduce delays in setting up a new call to the subscriber device, and responsive to detecting an association, or change in association, of the subscriber device with one of (i) a particular geographic region, (ii) a particular role at a particular geographic region, and (iii) a particular talk group, the subscriber device transitioning the subscriber device to a higher-power state and transmitting data messages over the wireless link at a second increased frequency to cause the subscriber device to remain in a connected state more often compared to the low-power state.
Patent GB-2548829-A (GB)
Title: A hairdressing device
Inventor: DEBRA ELIZABETH MCGRAIL
IPC: A45D19/00
Filed: 2016-03-29
Abstract: A deformable hairdressing device comprising a plurality of layers, wherein a first layer 1 comprises a heat reflective inner surface. The first layer 1 may comprise aluminium foil. A second opposing layer 2 may comprises a microfiber layer. The device is moveable between a first position where one part of the inner surface is arranged distal to another part of the inner surface and a second position, shown in figure 1, where one part of the inner is in contact with another part of the inner. The device may have a perimetric frame or an internal skeleton which allows the device to hold the second position. Predefined fold lines may be provided.
Patent GB-2534736-A (GB)
Title: 3D display apparatus and 3D display method therefor
Inventor: CHENG-HUNG CHEN
IPC: H04N13/04
Filed: 2013-10-23
Abstract: A 3D display apparatus and a 3D display method therefor. The method comprises the steps of: successively providing a first signal for a 3D display apparatus, so as to successively provide a left-eye picture and a right-eye picture (S1); and providing a second signal when the left-eye picture and the right-eye picture switch, so as to insert a black picture, wherein, by adjusting the insertion time of the black picture, different 3D display qualities are obtained (S2). In the above-mentioned manner, the user requirements on different 3D display qualities can be satisfied and the user experience is improved.
Patent GB-2535397-A (GB)
Title: Insulation apparatus and method
Inventor: PER IVAR NIKOLAISEN
IPC: F17C3/04
Filed: 2014-02-28
Abstract: The invention relates to an LNG fuel containment apparatus which comprises a primary LNG fuel tank and a secondary cryogenic containment barrier 12 arranged around the primary LNG fuel tank and formed using a plurality of multi-layered insulation panels. One surface layer (29, Fig 4) of each panel is impervious and each panel is arranged to align with an adjacent panel. Adjacent panels may be joined using a peripherally arranged impervious joint (41, 44, 45, Fig 7) and a second layer (20, Fig 4) arranged within the panel may also be impervious.