baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2399704-A (GB)
Title: Focussing in a scanner by changing the position of a sensor in relation to a lens
Inventor: HARRIS RODNEY C
IPC: H04N1/031
Filed: 2004-02-03
Abstract: Systems and methods for providing multiple object planes in an optical image scanner (100) are provided. One embodiment is an optical head (104) configured to scan an object (106), comprising a rod-lens array (110) positioned to focus light reflected off the object (106), an optical sensor array (112) for receiving light focused through the rod-lens array (110), and a reflective surface (108) variably positioned relative to the rod-lens array (110) for reflecting light from the object (106) to the rod-lens array (110). Another embodiment comprises a method for providing multiple object planes in an optical image scanner (100) comprising positioning an optical head (104) relative to a platen (102) to locate a primary focal point of a rod-lens array (110) at a first object plane and adjusting the position of an optical sensor array (112) relative to the rod-lens array (110) to relocate the primary focal point of the rod-lens array (110) at a second object plane. The sensor may be moved by a linear actuator or be mounted on a hinged surface.
Patent GB-2411230-A (GB)
Title: Diagnostic test caps
Inventor: BAYLIFF SIMON WILLIAM
IPC: B01L3/14
Filed: 2004-02-23
Abstract: A diagnostic cap 3, 4 comprising a substantially cup-shaped body, an absorbent plug located within the body, and at least one diagnostic test reagent located in or around the absorbent plug. The resulting diagnostic test caps can be made very compact for fitting interchangeably onto the end of a biopsy punch or swab. The cap may be transparent, and may contain a plurality of different test reagents 22, 23 spaced-apart within the cap that undergo color changes in the presence of different analytes.
Patent GB-2412583-A (GB)
Title: Devices and methods for controlling the release of a substance
Inventor: BOCQUART JEAN-MARIE
IPC: F16K31/02
Filed: 2004-03-30
Abstract: A device 1 and method for controlling the release of a substance in a fire extinguishing system comprises an inlet 3 for connection to a source of the substance, an outlet 5 and a passage 7 extending therebetween, the passage closed by a frangible ceramic disk 9, and means 10 for applying an electrical pulse to the disc to break the disc and so connect the inlet to the outlet.
Patent GB-2412895-A (GB)
Title: Variable display arrangement for a book.
Inventor: JEWITT RICHARD LAURENCE
IPC: B42D15/00
Filed: 2004-04-07
Abstract: The display 10 is made of card with a pair of windows 18 in frame member 12. A movable carrying member 30 is provided bearing two images (38, figure 1) selectively viewable through the windows 18. The arrangement 10 is configured such that one of the images 38 is viewable through a window 18 when the carrying member 30 is moved in a first direction, and the other image 30 is viewable through the other window 18 when the carrying member is moved back in the opposite direction. Whether or not an image is visible through a window depends on whether the image lies above or below a shield parts 50,52. The disposition of the image bearing parts (36, figure 1) with respect to the shield parts 50,52 is determined by the direction of motion of the image bearing parts and the inclined edges 58,60 on the shield parts 50,52. Further images on the underside of image bearing parts (36, figure 1) are selectively viewable through windows 18 in second frame member 64. The display may be used in a children's book.
Patent GB-2413500-A (GB)
Title: Training aid to improve golf swing power
Inventor: REEVE PETER
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 2004-04-29
Abstract: A training aid to improve golf swing power comprises a small parachute which may be attached to any golf club using a small clasp (4 fig 2). The parachute body 1 is made from a flexible material. Four canopies 2 are attached to the body and the body attached to a retaining strap (3 fig 2). The clasp is attached to the strap, which is coated with a tacky rubber coating to hold the strap in place. The strap is releasably fastened to the club using attachment strips (5 fig 3) and released using tab (7 fig 3).
Patent GB-2399225-A (GB)
Title: Inductive power transfer system having a horizontal magnetic field
Inventor: CHENG LILY KA-LAI
IPC: H02J7/02
Filed: 2003-05-13
Abstract: A primary unit for use in a power transfer system has a power transfer surface shaped and arranged such that a secondary device 820, separable from the primary unit, can be placed in a working disposition on or in proximity to a power transfer area of the surface to receive power from the primary unit without requiring direct electrical conductive contacts between the primary unit and the secondary device. The primary unit comprises a field generating unit having a plurality of substantially coplanar conductive elements 711 arranged at or beneath the power transfer surface in a generating area. The elements extend generally in parallel with one another across the generating area, and generate an electromagnetic field 1 distributed across the power transfer area. The respective instantaneous currents which flow simultaneously through all the conductive elements in the generating area have the same general direction.
Patent GB-2415617-A (GB)
Title: Vanity unit
Inventor: CURREY LINDA ANN
IPC: A47K3/00
Filed: 2004-06-29
Abstract: The vanity unit comprises an outer casing 2 and it is movable between a stowed position where it is within the casing (Fig.2) and a use position where it is accessible for use. The unit may be movable between both positions by sliding means comprising tracks 4 or runners, or by hinge means and it may have its own illuminating means 6 that may be actuated automatically or manually when the unit is moved to the use position. The unit may also have storage compartments, including receptacles 8 for a hair dryer and drawers 9 and its own electrical socket extension(s) 10.
Patent GB-2408955-A (GB)
Title: Fluid filtering means
Inventor: CHEE SZE HSIEN
IPC: B01D24/00
Filed: 2004-09-08
Abstract: The present invention relates to a fluid filtering means (10) and the filtration process using the filtering means (10) as well as the processes of backwashing or cleaning and rinsing the filtering means. The filtering means (10) has a closed-type body (12) made of stainless steel contains a primary fluid distributor (14) having suitably sized cavities, a secondary fluid distributor (16) having suitably sized cavities and multi layers of filter beds, a primary unfiltered fluid inlet (18) connected to water mains, a X-type multiport valve (20) with a control means, a secondary unfiltered fluid inlet (22). The arrangement enables the switching between filtering, rinsing and backwashing using only one valve.
Patent GB-2417950-A (GB)
Title: Dispensing container
Inventor: EATON NIGEL MARK
IPC: B28C7/00
Filed: 2004-09-14
Abstract: A dispensing container (100), for example for cement, having: a hopper (200) for holding material to be dispensed and having an aperture (230) for allowing to pass therethrough material in the hopper, a shutter (240) for controlledly closing and opening the aperture, a channel (260) for removably receiving a tray (270) beneath the shutter for receiving material from the hopper through the aperture and shutter. The tray is sealed against the hopper when in the channel, allowing the tray to be automatically filled by gravity to its predetermined capacity. The hopper is preferably provided with a lid openable for filling and closable for keeping the hopper weatherproof. Preferably the unit has wheels on which it can be transported. This provides the advantages of: a water tight unit; ability to achieve consistent mix; portability; ease of use; allowing a tidy working area; and reducing the amount of cement dust, providing a better working environment for operators.
Patent GB-2439615-A (GB)
Title: Matrix Coil for Generating a variable magnetic field
Inventor: WATKINS RONALD DEAN
IPC: A61B5/055
Filed: 2004-11-17
Abstract: A matrix coil for generating a variable magnetic field is provided, including a plurality of loops (105, 115, 125) arranged in a series so as to have a substantially common axis (160) and segmented into at least one arc-shaped segment (130, 140), a variable current source (110) for each of the arc-shaped segments (130, 140), and a controller (101). The controller (101) is configured to selectively vary an amount of current provided to each of the arc-shaped segments (130, 140) by the variable current sources (110) so as to achieve a variable base field, one or more variable gradient fields, and one or more variable second order shim fields.
Patent GB-2420367-A (GB)
Title: Post driver
Inventor: BRENNAN JOSEPH ANTHONY
IPC: E04H17/26
Filed: 2004-11-23
Abstract: A post driver 1 for mounting in a three point linkage of a tractor has a main mast 3 mounted on a support frame 2. The main mast 3 carries a support mast 4 slidably mounted on the main mast 3. The support mast 4 has a pile driving hammer 5 slidably mounted on the support mast 4. The main mast 3 carries a post holder 30 which comprises a flat plate 31 mounting a depending engaging spike 32. The post holder 30 can slide relative to the hammer 5 while securely mounting a wooden post. The post driver may also include height adjustable ground engaging legs 27 mounted on the support frame 2.
Patent GB-2421423-A (GB)
Title: A system for heating or cooling liquids using cordless appliances
Inventor: PAYN ROGER
IPC: A47J27/57
Filed: 2004-12-23
Abstract: It has been proposed in the past to provide a series of different cordless appliances, any one of which will fit onto a docking station or base unit from which power is supplied. The invention provides a data connection (4, 12) between the base unit (1) and the cordless appliance (9) so that the base unit (1) knows what appliance is currently in use. This allows a control system (12) to be fitted in the base unit (1) that is sufficiently sophisticated to be able to control any of the cordless units, the identity of the unit (9) currently in use, and therefore the way in which it is to be controlled, being derived via the data connection (4, 12). It also provides for sensing and regulation of temperature. The appliances may comprise an electric kettle, a coffee maker, a milk warmer, a saucepan, a wine or brandy warmer or a wine or water chiller.
Patent GB-2422401-A (GB)
Title: Keyless euro profile cylinder lock
Inventor: MCCORMACK SCOTT ALEXANDER
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 2005-01-24
Abstract: A euro profile cylinder lock that has keyless control. The lock is driven by an electric motor and may be power by a battery 6. The lock comprises an external button and an internal button. Pressing of the external button operates a receiver 2, which then receives a signal from a transmitter card 8. This allows motor 4 to rotate the cam 5 by one revolution and unlock the door. The internal button 9 may then be pressed to re-engage the door.
Patent GB-2422750-A (GB)
Title: Remote alert device for a mobile phone
Inventor: ZIA AFTAB
IPC: H04M1/57
Filed: 2005-02-01
Abstract: A discrete alert device may be carried in an accessible position remotely from the mobile phone. As well as indicating that calls or text messages have been received at the mobile phone, the number of each received is displayed, along with the identity or phone number of the originator. The device may be used where use of mobile phones is prohibited, or where there is a risk of theft of the mobile phone.
Patent GB-2415551-A (GB)
Title: A battery charging system for a hybrid electric vehicle
Inventor: MATHEWS JACOB
IPC: B60L50/15
Filed: 2005-05-18
Abstract: An automatic battery charging system 10 for selectively charging a first battery 12 in a vehicle is disclosed that includes a charger 16 capable of charging the first battery 12 and a controller 18 that determines whether or not the first battery 12 requires electrical charging. If charging is required, the controller 18 causes the charger 16 to automatically provide a first voltage signal to the first battery 12 without intervention from a user of the vehicle so as to charge the first battery 12. The position of an ignition switch 14 is used to determine whether charging should be permitted. The first battery 12 may be charged from a second battery 30.
Patent GB-2410358-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for integrated reservoir and surface facility networks simulations
Inventor: GHORAYEB KASSEM
IPC: G06F17/50
Filed: 2002-11-23
Abstract: Integrated surface-subsurface modeling has been shown to have a critical impact on field development and optimization. Integrated models are often necessary to analyze properly the pressure interaction between a reservoir and a constrained surface facility network, or to predict the behavior of several fields, which may have different fluid compositions, sharing a common surface facility. The latter is gaining a tremendous significance in recent deepwater field development. These applications require an integrated solution with the following capabilities: * to balance a surface network model with a reservoir simulation model in a robust and efficient manner. * To couple multiple reservoir models, production and injection networks, synchronising their advancement through time. * To allow the reservoir and surface network models to use their own independent fluid descriptions (black oil or compositional descriptions with differing sets of pseudo-components). * To apply global production and injection constraints to the coupled system (including the transfer of re-injection fluids between reservoirs). In this paper we describe a general-purpose multi-platform reservoir and network coupling controller having all the above features. The controller communicates with a selection of reservoir simulators and surface network simulators via an open message-passing interface. It manages the balancing of the reservoirs and surface networks, and synchronizes their advancement through time. The controller also applies the global production and injection constraints, and converts the hydrocarbon fluid streams between the different sets of pseudo-components used in the simulation models. The controller's coupling and synchronization algorithms are described, and example applications are provided. The flexibility of the controller's open interface makes it possible to plug in further modules (to perform optimization, for example) and additional simulators.
Patent GB-2415157-A (GB)
Title: Method of removing scale and inhibiting oxidation in processed sheet metal
Inventor: VOGES KEVIN
IPC: B21B15/00
Filed: 2004-01-29
Abstract: A method of removing iron oxide scale from processed sheet metal comprises the steps of: providing a surface conditioning apparatus (10); and conditioning a surface of the processed sheet metal (46) with the surface conditioning apparatus (10). In general, the iron oxide scale generally comprises three layers prior to surface conditioning: a wustite layer (88), a magnetite layer (90), and a hematite layer (92). The wustite layer is bonded to a base metal substrate of the processed sheet metal. The magnetite layer is bonded to the wustite layer, and the hematite layer is bonded to the magnetite layer. The surface conditioning apparatus (10) has at least one surface conditioning member (70). The step of conditioning the surface of the processed sheet metal includes bringing the at least one surface conditioning member into engagement with the surface of the sheet metal. The surface conditioning member is brought into engagement with the surface in a manner to remove substantially all of the hematite and magnetite layers from the surface, and in a manner to remove some but not all of the wustite layer from the surface, so that a portion of the wustite layer remains bonded to the base metal substrate of the processed sheet metal after surface conditioning.
Patent GB-2416417-A (GB)
Title: Multi-node computer system with proxy transaction to read data from a non-owning memory device
Inventor: CYPHER ROBERT E
IPC: G06F12/08
Filed: 2004-04-09
Abstract: A node includes several devices including a memory, an active device, and an interface configured to send and receive coherency messages on an inter-node network coupling the node to another node, as well as an address network and a data network. In response to receiving a coherency message requesting an access right to a coherency unit, the interface is configured to send a first type of address packet on the address network if the global access state of the coherency unit within the node is the modified state and a second type of address packet otherwise. The memory is configured to respond to receipt of the second type of address packet by sending a data packet on the data network, regardless of whether the memory currently has an ownership responsibility for the coherency unit.
Patent GB-2421376-A (GB)
Title: Analogue to digital converter utilising multimode ramp generator
Inventor: LEE YAN
IPC: H04N5/378
Filed: 2004-12-15
Abstract: An analogue to digital converter comprises a multimode ramp generator having a multimode ramp voltage output, a comparison circuit receiving said voltage output and inputting an analogue signal and generating a comparison signal when the input signal matches the multimode ramp voltage output, and a latching circuit coupled to the comparison signal for producing a digital code corresponding to the input analogue signal. The ramp generator may comprise a plurality of ramp unit cells. The ramp generator may operate in linear mode 450 or compressed mode 460. The analogue to digital converter may be utilised by an imager.
Patent GB-2431555-A (GB)
Title: Bait hook retaining means
Inventor: FORREST NIGEL JOHN
IPC: A01K91/053
Filed: 2005-10-27
Abstract: The bait hook retaining means for use on an angler's cast line comprises a pivotal latch 8 having a jaw 9 which engages with a bait hook 10 connected with the line 7 through a trace line 11. The latch 8 has an aperture 12 by which it may be located over the cross piece 5a of a spring link of the kind known for attaching a sinker weight to an angler's line. On water impact following the casting operation the end part 14 of the latch is driven upward to pivot around the cross piece 5a and thus releases the bait hook. The latch can be readily attached to an existing spring link or may be integrated with the link.
Patent GB-2419233-A (GB)
Title: Ultra-uniform silicides in integrated circuit technology
Inventor: CHIU ROBERT J
IPC: H01L21/285
Filed: 2004-07-06
Abstract: A method (900) of forming and a structure of an integrated circuit (100) are provided. A gate dielectric (104) is formed on a semiconductor substrate (102), and a gate (106) is formed over a gate dielectric (104) on the semiconductor substrate (102). Source/drain junctions (504/506) are formed in the semiconductor substrate (102). Ultra-uniform silicides (604/608) are formed on the source/drain junctions (504/506), and a dielectric layer (702) is deposited above the semiconductor substrate (102). Contacts (802/806/804) are then formed in the dielectric layer (702) to the ultra-uniform silicides (604/608/606).
Patent GB-2423187-A (GB)
Title: A method and system for providing a choice of spatial intensity distributions of laser radiation in MALDI mass spectroscopy.
Inventor: HAASE ANDREAS
IPC: H01J49/16
Filed: 2006-02-09
Abstract: The invention relates to a laser system for the ionization of a sample by matrix-assisted laser desorption in mass spectrometric analysis. The invention consists in providing an adjustable laser system which, in one setting, generates a single intensity peak on the sample and, in another setting, a multiplicity of intensity peaks, with the half-width, intensity, spatial arrangement and/or degree of spatial modulation of the single intensity peak and/or the intensity peaks being adjustable.
Patent GB-2439058-A (GB)
Title: CD cover made by folding a rectangular sheet
Inventor: JACKSON THOMAS MICHAEL
IPC: B65D85/57
Filed: 2006-04-11
Abstract: A cover for a CD or like disc is made by folding of a rectangular sheet of paper, particularly a pre-printed sheet of A4 paper. Both music on the CD and artwork printed on the paper may have been downloaded from the internet. A small triangular corner of the sheet may be folded over to retain the CD in the sleeve-like cover. The initial fold of the sheet may be folding up of the lower section over the CD and part of the upper section as shown, followed by folding of the end part in which the CD rests over on top of the mid-length part. The cover may then be held in its assembled condition by one end part of the folded sheet being tucked within the other.
Patent GB-2440936-A (GB)
Title: Composite floor and ceiling assembly
Inventor: STAUNTON PETER DE-LACY
IPC: E04B1/82
Filed: 2006-08-17
Abstract: The composite floor and ceiling assembly 1 comprises a number of parallel upper joists 2 that abut a pair of outer perimeter floor edge joists and a top decking panel 6 mounted on the upper joists. A number of lower joists, which abut outer perimeter ceiling joists, are spaced apart from the upper joists and support a ceiling panel 12 with there being no physical contact between the upper and lower portions of the assembly. The upper and lower joists preferably project between and overlap one another with the adjacent perimeter floor edge and ceiling edge joists preferably being formed from one joist. Sound insulation 15 is preferably laid across the lower joists and ceiling panel so that it is spaced from the upper joists and top decking panel. An interconnect formed from a metal joist is provided to connect adjacent panels.
Patent GB-2442009-A (GB)
Title: Conditioning garment with quick release coupling
Inventor: OLIVER ALAN PAUL
IPC: F16L29/04
Filed: 2006-09-21
Abstract: A conditioning garment has an array of tubes 11 for passing heated/cooled fluid to heat/cool a wearer of the garment. The array of tubes 11 terminates at a connector 15 for connection to a source of heated/cooled liquid. The connector is retained by a releasable latch 22 acting between the male and female parts to hold them in engagement. The releasable latch includes a release member 40 moveable axially away from the connector to release the latch and allow separation of the male part from the female part. The male and female parts have valves which are self-sealing on disengagement. The release member may be attached by wire to a vehicle to allow for automatic separation of the coupling in an emergency.
Patent GB-2431881-A (GB)
Title: Suturing instrument for use with a malleable needle
Inventor: MORRIS JOHN KANDELIN
IPC: A61B17/28
Filed: 2006-11-27
Abstract: A handheld instrument for grasping tissue and controlling needle placement and a trocar to supply the force required for needle placement. Deformation of a malleable needle begins at the tip <B>47</B> of the instrument, which preferably includes a curved segment. As the distal tip of the needle pierces the tissue, it continues its radial path through the tissue. When the proximal end of the needle exits from the instrument, the needle is entirely radial in shape and traverses an essentially radial path through the tissue. Non-radial linear or non-linear segments may alternatively be used. The tissue to be sutured is constrained by pressure applied through closure between an upper, moveable jaw <B>60</B> and the distal portion of the instrument 47 which acts as a fixed jaw. The upper, movable jaw <B>60</B> contains a shaped passageway which allows the curved needle to pass there through during use. Once the needle has passed entirely through the tissue it is ready for retrieval using the jaws of the punch or another instrument.