baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2352365-A (GB)
Title: System and method for implementing positioning quality of service
Inventor: KINGDON CHRISTOPHER H
IPC: H04W64/00
Filed: 1999-03-08
Abstract: A telecommunications system and method is disclosed for allowing an application requesting positioning of a mobile terminal to indicate the quality of positioning information desired, e.g., timeliness, accuracy, etc. In addition, prior to performing the positioning, the cellular network can determine whether the quality of service requested can be achieved, and if so, return the positioning information along with a message indicating that the quality of service requested was achieved. However, if the quality of service requested cannot be achieved, a failure message is sent to the requesting application and the positioning is not performed.
Patent GB-2368792-A (GB)
Title: Absorption enhancers
Inventor: NEW ROGER RANDAL CHARLES
IPC: A61K47/10
Filed: 2000-10-06
Abstract: The invention relates to the use of hydrophilic aromatic alcohols to enhance the uptake of molecules, including biologically active macromolecules, into the body across the intestinal wall from the lumen of the gut; to compositions for oral administration which consists of an enteric capsule capable of withstanding transit through the stomach, containing a mixture comprising: <SL> <LI>(a) an active principal, and <LI>(b) a hydrophilic aromatic alcohol absorption enhancer; </SL> and to the use of the compositions in medical treatment and diagnosis.
Patent GB-2357358-A (GB)
Title: Group definition in a monitoring system
Inventor: SCORFIELD STEVEN L
IPC: G08B26/00
Filed: 2000-12-12
Abstract: An event detection system has a control element coupled to a plurality of detectors, such as smoke detectors. The control element can be implemented with a programmed processor. The detectors can include a base which removably receives a separable detector housing and electronics. Group boundaries can be specified by incorporating boundary defining electrical elements, such as switches or resistors, into either a respective detector base or into the detector itself. The control element can include instructions for carrying out an automatic addressing process with respect to the detectors. Topology information obtained during the automatic addressing process in combination with the location of the boundary defining elements specifies one or more groups for the control elements. In an alternate embodiment, groups can be defined based exclusively on the topology information. In this embodiment, boundary defining electrical elements are not needed.
Patent GB-2358947-A (GB)
Title: Automatic ink-jet nozzle alignment using test pattern analysis
Inventor: TANAKA RICK M
IPC: B41J29/393
Filed: 2001-01-23
Abstract: A method 100 for automatic alignment of ink-jet printheads by measurement from a printed test pattern made using a given, predetermined, test pattern data set (Figs. 8A - 8E). By determining the true centre, versus the nominal centre, of each bar in the pattern, the printhead alignment offset can be determined. An initial offset, i.e. where the test pattern begins on the plot relative to the expected position, is firstly determined from the phase shift of a sine wave fitted to the pattern (Fig. 3). The test pattern (excluding portions near the margins) is then partitioned into portions each containing a local maxima and minima. For each partition, the test pattern is clipped, and a measuring construct (e.g. a trapezoid waveform) fitted thereto to enable the offsets to be determined (Fig. 4A). Specific test patterns (Fig. 7) are suited to providing a variety of printhead alignment information in a compact format. The invention incorporates techniques for avoiding carriage-induced dynamic errors during automated alignment of the printheads.
Patent GB-2364878-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle with power take off apparatus
Inventor: ISHIMORI SHOSO
IPC: B60K17/28
Filed: 2001-03-02
Abstract: A working vehicle having a propelling transmission for transmitting power of an engine to drive wheels, the propelling transmission being attached to body frames, and being offset transversely to one side of a vehicle body to produce a utility space in the other side. A PTO apparatus 40 for transmitting power supplied from the propelling transmission to an external working implement includes an input shaft 42 extending longitudinally of the vehicle body and drivably connected to the propelling transmission, and an output shaft 43 extending parallel to and spaced from the input shaft and drivingly connected to the external working implement. A mounting mechanism 30 figure 1 50 figure 8 is provided to attach the PTO apparatus to the vehicle body frames 8. The mounting mechanism selectively fixes the PTO apparatus in one of at least two pivotal postures about the input shaft. The PTO may be arrange to drive a grass collection arrangement for a lawn mower or a soil cultivating arrangement.
Patent GB-2375091-A (GB)
Title: Method of forming a conveyor belt with an engaged edging member
Inventor: SMITH KEITH JOSHUA
IPC: B65G15/56
Filed: 2001-03-20
Abstract: A method of forming a conveyor belt with an engaged edging member 20 comprises providing a conveyor belt 10 with an edge with alternating projections 12 and recesses 14, providing a edging member 20 with cooperating projections 22 and recesses 26 and a second smooth or flat edge 28. The belt 10 and edging member 20 are inter-engaged with, and secured to, one another. The shaping of the projections 12, 22 and recesses 14, 26 may be such that the belt 10 and edging member 20 interlock as in fig.2. The belt 10 may be made of a laminated material, the edging member may be made of a plastics material. The securing process may involve the application of heat and/or adhesive to the belt 10 and edging member 20.
Patent GB-2378343-A (GB)
Title: Variable image refresh rate in a display
Inventor: BOIREAU OLIVIER
IPC: G09G3/20
Filed: 2001-08-03
Abstract: A method of refreshing an image on a display device includes receiving an image to be displayed (810) at a display (110); processing said received image to obtain at least one image parameter (particularly colour) relating to said image to be displayed (810); and varying a rate (930) at which said displayed image is refreshed based on said image parameter. This provides the following advantages that the refresh rate is constantly being varied in response to the images being displayed so as to constantly minimise the power consumption of the display device without noticeable flickering of the display device. Furthermore, the quality of the image is maintained at a continuous level, irrespective of the changes in, for example the complexity or number of colours used in a particular image.
Patent GB-2378631-A (GB)
Title: Method For Disinfecting Vegetable Material Using Ultraviolet Radiation
Inventor: READ MALCOLM
IPC: A23B7/152
Filed: 2001-08-09
Abstract: A first method for disinfecting vegetable material, said first method comprising the steps of: (i) providing a vegetable material as a suspension in a fluid; (ii) flowing the suspended vegetable material along an axis and irradiating substantially all of the surface of the suspended vegetable material with UV-C radiation from a UV-C light source so that substantially all of the surface is disinfected; characterized in that the UV-C light source comprises an array of UV-C lamps disposed about the axis to irradiate the axis during use and a second method for disinfecting a plant leaf, plant stem, or part thereof, said second method comprising the steps of: (i) providing a plant leaf, plant stem, or part thereof; (ii) in a first zone causing stomata to open on the plant leaf, plant stem or part thereof using a stomata opening agent; and (iii) in a second zone treating the plant leaf, plant stem or part thereof from step (ii) with a disinfectant whilst the stomata opened in step (ii) remain open.
Patent GB-2378806-A (GB)
Title: Digital audio signal apparatus
Inventor: LIU HAN-CHIH
IPC: G11B20/02
Filed: 2001-08-15
Abstract: A digital audio signal player includes a control faceplate so that the user, such as a DJ, can interface with the system and control the rotating speed and direction of a motor driven turntable 63. A light-sensitive sensor measures the speed and direction of the turntable so that music data of a CD stored in a dynamic memory chip can be adjusted accordingly to produce a variety of sound effects to heighten the atmosphere of joy.
Patent GB-2362952-A (GB)
Title: Assay method to determine compounds affecting DNA binding by ATM.
Inventor: JACKSON STEPHEN PHILIP
IPC: C12Q1/48
Filed: 1998-07-16
Abstract: An assay for a compound able to affect DNA binding by ATM or a protein having an associated kinase activity comprising: bringing in to contact ATM or a protein having an associated kinase activity which is able to bind DNA, DNA, and a test compound and determining binding of ATM and DNA in the presence of the test compound. Also disclosed are two methods of purifying ATM or ATR i) by contacting a mixture incuding ATM and ATR with DNA, washing off molecules which do not bind the DNA, and recovering ATM or ATR from the DNA-bound fraction, and ii)contacting a mixture including ATM and ATR with NTA, washing off molecules which do not bind NTA, recovering ATM or ATR from the NTA-bound fraction.
Patent GB-2379452-A (GB)
Title: Inlet and vent duct for a laundry appliance
Inventor: STEVENS EVAN JAMES
IPC: D06F39/02
Filed: 2001-09-06
Abstract: A detergent dispenser 400 is connected to a washing liquid duct 520 and a flexible hose 550 to supply wash liquid to a tub 200. A vent duct 560 is coaxially mounted within the liquid duct. The vent duct is frusto-conically shaped with an outer surface 565 that is tapered and extends above the level of the outlet aperture of the washing liquid duct. A number of arms 562 support the vent duct within the liquid duct. The vent allows air to escape from the tub when wash liquid enters. A swirl inducing means may be provided at the entrance to the liquid duct.
Patent GB-2369344-A (GB)
Title: Wheelchair access ramp for a vehicle
Inventor: MOORE DAVID
IPC: A61G3/06
Filed: 2001-09-27
Abstract: A wheelchair access ramp for a vehicle comprises a plate 20, a drive assembly 30 for moving the plate horizontally and guide members 24 for guiding the plate into a deployed position. Each guide means is attached to the rear of the plate and comprises of a pair of guide rollers (201, 202 Fig 6) which run along a channel (420 Fig 6) in a guide rail 42. When the plate is near full extension, the front roller (202) drops slightly with respect to the rear roller (201) and thus the front edge of the plate is lowered to the ground. Springs (51,52 Fig 3) are provided to ensure that the plate lowers smoothly and also to store energy to assist in the lifting of the plate. The drive assembly 30 comprises two drive arms 31,32 which cooperate with the plate and with each other.
Patent GB-2370481-A (GB)
Title: Interfacing video information in a computer system
Inventor: SONG MYOUNG JUN
IPC: G09G3/20
Filed: 2000-07-31
Abstract: A video picture is accurately displayed on a display section (<B>13</B>) irrespective of the type of monitor (<B>2</B>). Information is shared between the monitor and the computer (<B>1</B>) regarding either the display type of the video signal sent to the monitor or the display type of the monitor. In the first case, the monitor detects the display type of the signal and displays the video. In the second case, the monitor transmits an information signal specifying the type of signal that can be displayed. This is interpreted by the computer which converts the video signal accordingly before transmission to the monitor for display.
Patent GB-2373979-A (GB)
Title: Modelling effects of influences on system components and spatially displaying the results
Inventor: RILEY COLIN EDWARD
IPC: G05B23/02
Filed: 2002-02-05
Abstract: Assistance in decision making is provided by modelling the impact of influences on components within a system and spatially displaying the results in a manner corresponding to the spatial arrangement of the system components. The modelling and spatial display may be applied to maintenance prediction in a pipeline network. Modelling is used to establish a parameter, such as expected lifetime of a pipe. Rather than displaying the results in a table of values, a map is displayed showing which parts (<B>006, 008</B>) of the network require maintenance or replacement urgently. This assists decision making by clearly showing that other parts (<B>007</B>), requiring work but less urgently, may be maintained or replaced simultaneously to maximise efficiency and/or reduce disruption.
Patent GB-2376161-A (GB)
Title: OSS signature scheme
Inventor: LEVY YAAKOV JORDAN
IPC: H04L9/32
Filed: 2002-02-11
Abstract: The disclosed method of digitally signing a message is based on the method proposed by Ong, Schnorr and Shamir. The present method includes digitally signing a message digest (M<SB>x</SB>, M<SB>z</SB>) using signatures (x, y) obtained by solving the quadratic equation (M<SB>x</SB> + x)<SP>2</SP> - Vyé =4(M<SB>z</SB> +z) in the ring Z<SB>N</SB> for (x, y, z) where VSé=1 in the ring Z<SB>N</SB>. In this method (V, N) is a public key and S is a secret key.
Patent GB-2372355-A (GB)
Title: Method of communicating an e-mail text message over a network
Inventor: DALTON CHRISTOPHER I
IPC: H04L12/58
Filed: 2002-02-13
Abstract: The method of communicating an e-mail text message over a network from a user terminal to an intended recipient terminal at a remote location comprises the user terminal specifying a confidential message store address of a server that is capable of being accessed by a recipient computer via the network and transmitting an e-mail text message to said store address to reside therein. The user terminal also transmits a notification over the network to the recipient which incorporates the selected store address and an instruction to the intended recipient to communicate with the store address, with the recipient terminal then accessing the store address to retrieve the text message. The user terminal may select the message store address from a range of possible addresses and the notification may be sent to the recipient before or after the message is sent to the store. The user terminal may comprise a personal computer or a mobile phone and the recipient address may be a server incorporated within the personal computer or may be remote from the personal computer. The method may include monitoring the accessing by the recipient of the message store and the deletion of the message from the store once it has been accessed. The method may require an authentication step to be successfully completed prior to allowing the recipient terminal to access the message store and the network may comprise the internet. Also claimed are a computer terminal capable of transmitting data over a network and a computer program product.
Patent GB-2374443-A (GB)
Title: Distributing data packets according to processing bandwidth
Inventor: RHOADES JOHN
IPC: G06F17/50
Filed: 2002-02-14
Abstract: Data packets of an incoming stream are distributed in whole or in part to processing elements in dependence on the data processing bandwidth of the elements. In a scalable data processing architecture described (Fig 6) the elements are identical and are arranged in a cluster to provide, multi-threaded, parallel processing. They all execute a single instruction stream, have their own embedded memories, are able to make independent data-driven decisions and may be assisted by specialised, pipelined, hardware engines for table lookup and other functions.
Patent GB-2386622-A (GB)
Title: Support strut for a trench box
Inventor: THOMPSON BARRY
IPC: E02D17/08
Filed: 2002-03-19
Abstract: The strut is formed from two portions (202, 208) relatively movable with respect to one another. One of the portions (208) carries a series of holes (212, 214, 216) which receive a double pin (1001) that enables the two portions (202, 208) of the strut to be locked with respect to one another in a number of different positions.
Patent GB-2371202-A (GB)
Title: Lawnmower height of cut adjustment
Inventor: COUSSINS ADRIAN
IPC: A01D34/74
Filed: 1998-08-11
Abstract: The present invention relates to improvements in or relating to vegetation cutters, in particular to lawnmowers. There is described a roller assembly associated with the rear wheels 20 and a height of cut mechanism of a lawnmower; wherein the roller is mounted at each end upon a roller carrier mounted on the chassis of the lawnmower for pivotal movement thereabout; wherein the roller carrier includes a generally hook-shaped feature 61 adapted to engage a corresponding cam surface formed on the pivot arm 22. There is also described a lawnmower comprising such a roller assembly and including a height of cut adjustment mechanism, in which the height of the grass cutter above the ground is adjustable between a low cut position in which a maximum length of grass is removed by the cutter and a high cut position in which a minimum length of grass is removed; wherein the lawnmower has: a pair of front wheels or rollers mounted by means of respective stub axles on respective pivot arms carried on a front axle; and a pair of rear wheels similarly mounted on respective stub axles on pivot arms carried on a rear axle; the axles being mounted on the underside of the chassis and defining points about which the pivot arms pivot;
Patent GB-2391523-A (GB)
Title: Tricycle with dismantlable frame
Inventor: CHEN TING-HSING
IPC: B62K15/00
Filed: 2002-08-06
Abstract: The tricycle comprises a main frame 1, a handle frame 2 securable to a shaft 11 at the front end of the main frame, and a rear frame 3 connected to the rear end of the main frame. The main frame has a bar section 14 extending rearward with an end notch 15, the bar section being insertable into a rear frame hollow sleeve 31 with a hole 32 at the front end, and a shaft 33 at the bottom end thereof mounting rear wheels 35, the notch locating on the shaft. A resilient V-shaped member 17 has an end 18 extendable through a hole 16 in the bar section 14, to engage the hole 32, to retain the frames 1, 3 together.
Patent GB-2396512-A (GB)
Title: Active noise attenuation system for vehicles
Inventor: STOTHERS IAN MCGREGOR
IPC: G10K11/178
Filed: 2002-12-19
Abstract: A system for attenuating noise in a cabin of a vehicle or aircraft is provided in which the vehicle has an interior wall 1 defining the cabin and an exterior wall 5 defining a cavity 4 between the interior wall 1 and the exterior wall 5. A plurality of actuators 2 are actuators 2 are arranged within the interior wall 1 and the exterior wall 5. A plurality of actuators 2 are arranged within the cavity 4, on the interior wall 1 or on the exterior wall 5 for providing a physical actuation resulting in an acoustic disturbance. A plurality of sensors 3 are arranged in the cavity 4 on the interior wall 1 or on the exterior wall 5 to provide indications of acoustic disturbances. A control system uses the indications from the sensors 3 to generate control signals for the actuators. In one arrangement the sensors 3 are arranged in an array interspersed between the actuators 2 which are also arranged in an array. A drive signal for each actuator 2 is then generated using the signals from sensors 3 adjacent to the actuators 2.
Patent GB-2385518-A (GB)
Title: A bed and method of changing bedclothes
Inventor: GRIFFITH JONATHAN MAX
IPC: A47C21/02
Filed: 2003-02-24
Abstract: A bed, particularly suitable for use in hotels, comprises storage means 11 located at one end 8 of the bed for storing a supply of clean linen 12, 13 and storage means 14, 15 located at the opposite end 9 of the bed for receiving dirty linen. A plurality of bottom sheets joined end to end [figure 2] is provided in the clean linen storage means. To change the bottom sheet after it has been used, the used sheet is drawn by the bed maker from its used position on the bed into the soiled linen storage means, thereby drawing a fresh sheet from the clean linen container. The soiled linen storage means preferably comprises a seal for preventing the egress of smells. Typically, enough clean linen will be supplied to allow for seven changes of bedding whereby dirty linen need be collected from the room only on a once per week basis. Preferably the sheets are wound onto a mandrel (M).
Patent GB-2384624-A (GB)
Title: Thermoelectric control of fluid temperature
Inventor: HEYES KEITH JAMES
IPC: F25B21/04
Filed: 2001-08-31
Abstract: A thermoelectric module (1) has a plurality of thermoelectric devices (2) integral with heat conducting surfaces (5, 5') of fluid chambers (3, 3'). The thermoelectric devices (2) are operable to transfer heat to or from fluids in the chambers (3, 3'). A product, eg a beverage, flowing through one of the chambers (3, 3') can be heated or cooled to achieve a desired product temperature by selective operation of the thermoelectric devices (2). The module (1) provides an integrated unit that avoids inefficient boundaries between the heat conducting surfaces (5, 5') and the thermoelectric devices (2).
Patent GB-2403889-A (GB)
Title: Panties with opening in genital region
Inventor: LEE SHUEI-YUAN
IPC: A41B9/00
Filed: 2003-07-15
Abstract: Exotic panties for increased sexual pleasure have an opening 20 over the genitals.
Patent GB-2394256-A (GB)
Title: Dispenser for anaerobic curing compositions
Inventor: HUCK GRANT ANTHONY THOMAS
IPC: B65D83/14
Filed: 2003-07-24
Abstract: A dispenser for anaerobic compositions has a casing (2) adapted to withstand internal pressure with an internal flexible container (3) having walls permeable to air or oxygen which gas is filled under pressure into the casing (2) to surround the container (3). A dispensing valve (5) is connected to the flexible container (3) and is selectively operable to release the composition. In order to allow dispensing even when the container (3) is becoming exhausted, an elongate channel-defining rod (4) extends across an interior of the flexible container (3) from adjacent the valve (5) to a remote end. The channel-defining rod (4) comprises solid wall elements extending generally radially outwardly from its longitudinal axis and twisting to define at least one helical channel extending generally longitudinally of the rod (4) and connected along substantially its entire extent directly to an interior of the flexible container (3).
Patent GB-2404274-A (GB)
Title: Control of electroluminescent displays
Inventor: FRYER CHRISTOPHER JAMES NEWTON
IPC: G09G3/12
Filed: 2003-07-24
Abstract: A controller for use with a multi-segment electroluminescent display 1. Control signals C1-CN control a plurality of half H-bridges H and Hc, the terminals of the half H-bridges being connected respectively to ground and to a high voltage DC supply 9.. One of said half H-bridges provides a common output Vcommon and the remaining H-bridges provide drive voltages V1-VN for the segments of the display. The H bridges are driven by an oscillator 14 so that an AC voltage is selectively applied to the segments of the display. A power supply 24 provides a predetermined amount of power per unit area of the display. This is controlled by an area summation engine 22 having a segment data input, a segment counter and a memory containing area data corresponding to the segment(s) of the display. Based on the input from the segment data input, the area(s) of the segment(s) that are to be lit are obtained from the memory and summed to provide the total area to be lit. This is fed to the power supply 24, which then feeds the correct amount of power to display 1 via the half H-bridges.