baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2382967-A (GB)
Title: Container for homogeneous microwave heating of its content and heating installation equipped with at least such a container
Inventor: GERMAIN ALAIN
IPC: B65D81/34
Filed: 2001-08-30
Abstract: The invention concerns a container designed to contain a product to be heated by applying microwaves, the container having a side wall (10) and an end wall (12) formed by a base or a lid and means (10A) for limiting penetration of microwaves through the side wall (10), relative to microwave penetration through a central region of the end wall (12). Advantageously, said container further comprises means (12A) for concentrating the microwaves in a central region of the end wall (12), said means consisting of an added thickness made of dielectric material whereof the dielectric constant is not less than 1.5, preferably more than 2.
Patent GB-2384892-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for increasing the efficiency of transactions and connection sharing in an enterprise environment
Inventor: JEYARAMAN THULASIRAMAN
IPC: G06Q10/06
Filed: 2001-09-05
Abstract: Methods and apparatus for improving the overall performance of a system which processes transactions and provides connections in an enterprise environment are disclosed. According to one aspect of the present invention, a method for processing a transaction in an enterprise environment includes receiving a request to start the transaction, storing information which indicates that the request to start the transaction was received, and accessing a first resource manager associated with the transaction. Typically, a container receives the request to start a transaction from a component such as an enterprise bean. Once the first resource is accessed, the transaction is initiated as a local transaction on the first resource manager, and, eventually, the transaction is completed. In one embodiment, completing the transaction includes using a local transaction mechanism of the first resource manager to complete the local transaction.
Patent GB-2400044-A (GB)
Title: Back teeth child teether
Inventor: BENTLEY EMMA
IPC: A61J17/02
Filed: 2003-04-05
Abstract: A teething aid for the back teeth comprising of a decorated solid, gel or liquid filled tubular body 1 which is fitted with ring 3 and ends in a shaped and textured head 2 set at an angle to the body. Preferably the head is the functional part of the teether. The ring, which may be a separate part, may be circular or oval and forms a holder, and prevents the teether reaching the throat. The tubular body and head may be made from pliant, non-toxic material. The body and head may be hollow and filled with non-toxic liquid or gel for cooling by refrigeration, and it may also contain floating aesthetically designed shapes 7. The head may be embossed with textured patterns 6. The angled head is designed to reach the back teeth being obstructed by the front teeth.
Patent GB-2403807-A (GB)
Title: Architrave gauge
Inventor: PARMENTER JOHN RICHARD DOUGLAS
IPC: G01B5/18
Filed: 2003-06-30
Abstract: A hand-held device for measuring architrave depths including a graduated measuring member 3 slideably extending from within a base member 2. Included are means in the form of a screw threaded knob 6 for releasably securing the measuring member of a desired extension, or for securing the member within the base member 2 whilst not in use.
Patent GB-2404116-A (GB)
Title: Hands free mobile phone car device
Inventor: SHELDRAKE NIKI
IPC: H04M1/60
Filed: 2003-07-16
Abstract: A device that becomes a hands free car phone when a mobile telephone is connected. A mobile telephone is plugged into the device and can then be controlled by remote buttons installed elsewhere in the vehicle (e.g. steering wheel), including forward, back and enter buttons as well as start and end call buttons. Incoming calls are output through speakers to enable hands free operation. The device also incorporates a display which shows the time/date in standby mode, and can switch to a directory mode to enable the user to locate the intended recipient of the call while not having to look directly at the mobile telephone. The display and buttons also allow the user to alter the call volume. The microphone of the device may be built into the steering wheel of the vehicle.
Patent GB-2403061-A (GB)
Title: Flow field plate geometries
Inventor: CHAPMAN ALAN
IPC: H01M8/02
Filed: 2003-07-18
Abstract: A flow field plate comprises one or more branched primary gas delivery/removal channels 4,6 feeding narrower secondary gas diffusion channels 10 defined by an array of lands forming a network of interconnected gas diffusion channels therebetween. The flow field plate may be used in fuel cells and electrolysers.
Patent GB-2405661-A (GB)
Title: Assisted roller blind mechanism
Inventor: BRAYBROOK PETER
IPC: E06B9/50
Filed: 2003-09-06
Abstract: An assisted roller blind mechanism 10 comprising an urging unit 12 insertable in an elongate blind material holder tube of a roller blind, and an adjustment mechanism 14 positioned at one end of the urging unit 12. The urging unit 12 has an urging element 16 which can be held stationary at one point relative to the holder tube so that, in use, torsion can be imparted to the urging element 16 using the adjustment mechanism 14 without necessitating removal of the roller blind from a supporting bracket 70. The adjustment mechanism may comprise a ratchet mechanism allowing the adjustment to rotate in one predetermined but selectable direction only.
Patent GB-2407791-A (GB)
Title: Vibration reduction apparatus for a power tool
Inventor: STIRM MICHAEL
IPC: B25F5/02
Filed: 2003-11-04
Abstract: A power tool having a handle assembly 300 which is biased by a torsional spring 344 which extends within an axle 316. The torsional spring has an engaging arm 346 the position of which is fixed relative to the housing 312 by adjusting means 348. The adjusting means has a lever 350 which extends outside the housing of the power tool, and a cam surface 352, and is mounted on and rotatable at least partially around an axle 354. In use, the tension in the torsional spring may be adjusted by movement of the adjusting means. The lever is moved, causing rotation of the adjusting means around the axle. As a result, the cam surface causes the arm portion of the spring to be moved axially along the axle and thus more or less tension is applied to torsional spring.
Patent GB-2408907-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for indicating a bite from a fish during fishing
Inventor: COLE RICHARD ALEXANDER
IPC: A01K97/12
Filed: 2003-12-12
Abstract: The apparatus (52) comprises at least one transmitter (30) and at least one receiver (38), the transmitter (30) having holder means for holding a fishing line such that a bite or an attempted bite from the fish causes the transmitter (30) to transmit to the receiver (38). The receiver (38) has audio and/or visual alarm means for giving an alarm consequent upon receiving the transmission from the transmitter (30). The transmitter (30) and receiver (38) operate in coded communication with each other in order to avoid false alarms. The apparatus (52) has the code on code-carrying means (54) which is external to the transmitter (30) and receiver (38) and which is loaded into the transmitter (30) and receiver (38) consequent upon a user inserting the code-carrying means (54) into the transmitter (30) and receiver (38). The code carrying means may be a card which is received in the transmitter or receiver or it may load the code into a memory (60, fig 5) where the code is retained.
Patent GB-2396830-A (GB)
Title: A method of liquid purification using ion exchange resin being kept in a compacted state by means of elastic material
Inventor: DARMAWAN ARIANTO
IPC: B01J49/00
Filed: 2002-03-28
Abstract: A liquid purification system and method using ion exchange resin is provided in which the ion exchange resin is kept in a compacted state by means of elastic material. Since the resin is always compacted, high efficiency of the process is obtained which yields high quality product and low regenerant consumption. Furthermore, this system may use larger tank with larger volume of resin so that longer service interval can be obtained because the system is not affected by low service and regenerant flow rates. An integrated backwash tank is provided in which the resin to be backwashed is transferred to the backwash tank and returned to the main column when backwashing is finished.
Patent GB-2399258-A (GB)
Title: Method and system of processing messages
Inventor: CASS WILLIAM EDWARD WYNDHAM
IPC: H04M3/42
Filed: 2002-12-13
Abstract: The invention provides a method of processing messages. The method includes the step of obtaining a subscriber message, from a subscriber communication device over a telecommunications network, the subscriber message representing a voice message from a subscriber. The subscriber message is stored in computer memory and then presented in an audio form to a human operator. A data file is composed which is derived from the subscriber message and the data tile transmitted to a subscriber computing device and/or the subscriber communication device. The invention provides a related system for processing messages.
Patent GB-2416720-A (GB)
Title: Multiple fluid delivery system
Inventor: BARBER BENJAMEN
IPC: B05B12/14
Filed: 2004-08-03
Abstract: A spray paint system has a plurality of sources of pressurized paints 14a, 14b ... 14n which are connected to a colour change valve 16. The colour change valve 16 is operable to selectively connect two of the pressurized paint sources to first and second supply hoses 18, 20 respectively, the other end of the supply hoses being connected to a selector valve 22. The selector valve is operable to selectively connect one of the hoses 18 to a discharge port and thence to a spray head 12 and simultaneously connect the other of the hoses 18, 20 to a dump port (66a, 66b). By connecting two supply hoses between the colour change valve 16 and the selector valve 22 it is possible simultaneously to discharge one paint through the spray head 12 and purge the other supply hose through the dump port (66a, 66b) and refill that hose with the next paint to be used. In order to change the paint being sprayed it is then merely necessary to purge the spray head 12 and actuated the selector valve 22 to discharge the new paint colour.
Patent GB-2419370-A (GB)
Title: Water resisting panel
Inventor: COPSEY JOHN
IPC: E06B9/00
Filed: 2004-10-20
Abstract: A flood barrier comprises a frame <B>2</B> and a panel <B>1</B> including gasket <B>3</B>, hinges <B>6</B> and a latch <B>4</B>. The panel <B>1</B> can be moved between open and shut positions with respect to the frame <B>2</B>. When the panel <B>1</B> is closed the latch <B>4</B> may act to push the panel <B>1</B> so as to compress the gasket <B>3</B> and seal the panel <B>1</B> to the frame <B>2</B>. Another flood barrier comprises a frame and panel wherein the panel slides in the frame. Gaskets may be fitted to the panel or the frame and the panel may slide vertically or horizontally. Another flood barrier comprises a panel with a gasket for fitting over a ventilator grill or air-brick. The panel may have a latch and may have a frame to which it is attached in use. The panel may have a central hooked bolt for attaching it to the air-brick or grill. Another flood barrier comprises a panel which is fitted against an opening without a frame. The panel may have a gasket and may be attached by bolts or screws.
Patent GB-2421174-A (GB)
Title: Cleaning device with multiple extendable rotary cleaning components
Inventor: KILPATRICK TIM F
IPC: B08B1/04
Filed: 2004-12-18
Abstract: A cleaning device has a support structure 13 carrying multiple axially extendable rotary cleaning components 15, the components driven in a rotary manner by transmission means engaged with each cleaning member. The device may find application in the cleaning of items of complex surface structure, such as car hub caps or alloys.
Patent GB-2422062-A (GB)
Title: Integrated WDM optical transmitter with offset filters
Inventor: SPAGNOLETTI ROBERT
IPC: H04B10/2513
Filed: 2005-01-06
Abstract: A wavelength division multiplex integrated optical transmitter and optical transmission system employing narrow band filters to dramatically improve tolerance to chromatic dispersion and thereby enable increased reach and/or data rates and a method of offering a communication service using such a transmitter or system. The transmitter comprises an array of semi-conductor lasers 21-24, and an arrayed waveguide grating (AWG) 25-28 which acts both as a wavelength selective combiner and as the narrow band filters. Each filter has its centre wavelength offset from the centre wavelength of the respective laser.
Patent GB-2413660-A (GB)
Title: Navigation device with removable memory card
Inventor: GRETTON MARK
IPC: H04Q7/22
Filed: 2005-03-15
Abstract: A navigation device (51) programmed with map data and a navigation application that enables a route to be planned between two user-defined places is operable to read a removable memory card e.g. a SD card (52) storing the device operating system, the navigation application, and the map data. The device (51) does not need to store the operating system in mask ROM; hence, changes to the operating system, e.g. customisation for a specific country requires only that the appropriate memory card be inserted at the time of use. The device (51) may comprise an internal XIP Flash ROM (55) programmed with a boot loader. Boot up may only be required on first operation, the operating system being stored in RAM (54) thereafter.
Patent GB-2412349-A (GB)
Title: Component built up in layers and process for the production thereof
Inventor: BAUSINGER HOLGER
IPC: B29C67/00
Filed: 2005-03-22
Abstract: As an alternative to components built up of layers and produced by means of a three-dimensional printing process from plaster or cement powder, there is provided a component which exhibits at least comparable strength and at most the same manufacturing cost and which is a reaction product of a particulate material and an aqueous liquid, wherein the component includes a number of layers of the reaction product and the particulate material contains plaster-free or CaSO4-free cement. A rapid prototyping (three dimensional printing) method is employed.
Patent GB-2414564-A (GB)
Title: Optical switches and actuators
Inventor: DAMES ANDREW NICHOLAS
IPC: H04Q11/00
Filed: 2005-05-31
Abstract: An optical switch comprises one or more input ports 95 for directing an optical beam into the switch; dispersive means 103 configured to receive said optical beam and which spatially separate the optical beam into individual wavelength components which are routed to an actuator 105 (See Fig 4); wherein the actuator is in the form of an array of elongate movable fingers for selectively interfering with individual wavelength components and means are provided to direct optical beams to selected one or more output ports. The actuator comprises reflective elements provided on the ends of the elongate movable fingers which are selectively movable into and out of the path of the optical beam. The actuator is preferably a piezoelectric actuator.
Patent GB-2419958-A (GB)
Title: Mass flow controller with network interface for access to active diagnostics
Inventor: SHAJII ALI
IPC: G01F1/68
Filed: 2003-06-24
Abstract: A mass flow controller (200) comprises; a mass flow sensor (202) configured to produce a mass flow signal representative of a gas flow through the mass flow controller (200), and an electronic controller 400 configured to produce a closed loop control signal for an outlet control valve (220) based on the mass flow signal. The electronic controller 400 is also configured to provide a network interface 422 that permits an operator to conduct diagnostic tests on the mass flow controller (200).
Patent GB-2420806-A (GB)
Title: Cutting insert with projecting ring on substrate interface
Inventor: EYRE RONALD K
IPC: E21B10/56
Filed: 2004-04-05
Abstract: A cutting element comprises a substrate 57 and an ultra hard layer (24, fig 5), the substrate featuring an end surface interface (22, fig 5). A band 28 projects from the end surface. The band has a radially inner surface 61, an outer surface 52, and a bridging surface 56 there between. In a first aspect the bridging and outer surfaces each have a set of depressions 54, 50. In a second aspect the band has ribs 60 extending radially inward and depressions on the bridging surface. In a third aspect the band has ribs, its height is 25-85% of the ultra hard layer, and its distance from the peripheral edge of the end surface is in the range of about 15% of the thickness of the ultra hard layer to about 35% of the diameter of the end surface.
Patent GB-2429049-A (GB)
Title: Slidable cushioned wrist support with a central recess
Inventor: MOORE SHAUN JUSTIN
IPC: G06F3/039
Filed: 2006-03-10
Abstract: The invention provides a sliding wrist support 102 for use with a computer mouse; the wrist support 102 comprising a base 106 having a low friction felt, nylon or PrFE surface 108 to allow it to slide over a surface and a cushion 104 formed from a resilient moulded foam material connected to the base 106; the cushion being a substantially circular or near circular shape or a regular six or more sided polygonal shape in plan, and having a central recess 110 in the upper surface 112 thereof; wherein, when the cushion is in an uncompressed state, the central recess 110 has a depth corresponding to between 40% and 60% of the total depth of the cushion 104, and a maximum diameter corresponding to at least 30% of the maximum width of the upper surface 112 of the cushion. Another embodiment (fig 4) has a recess which has a maximum diameter less than 70% of the maximum width of the upper surface 112.
Patent GB-2423030-A (GB)
Title: Hernia prosthesis
Inventor: BROWNING JAMES
IPC: A61F2/00
Filed: 2004-11-01
Abstract: A prosthesis is provided for repairing or resisting the formation of bodily hernia in particular, for inguinal hernia repair or femoral hernia repair. The prosthesis comprises an inner surface (12) and an outer surface (15), the inner surface forms at least one channel that is sized to receive an anatomical structure and allow it to pass through the prosthesis without substantial compression of the anatomical structure.
Patent GB-2422715-A (GB)
Title: Tape drive
Inventor: OTA KENJI
IPC: G11B23/087
Filed: 2004-11-10
Abstract: A tape drive which, even when tape cartridges differing in case thickness are loaded therein, can receive and firmly press them down to hold them vertically immovable. A tape drive (D) is internally provided with a loading frame (28) for supporting tape cartridges (40A, 40B) differing in case thickness, and a holder (29) for pressing down and holding the tape cartridges (40A, 40B). The side wall (31) of the loading frame (28) is provided with a pair of upper and lower sensors (34, 35) for distinguishing the sizes of the loaded tape cartridges. On the basis of the tape cartridge size detected by he sensors (34, 35), the holder (29) is operated for displacement to a height suited for the loaded tape cartridges (40A 40B).
Patent GB-2440749-A (GB)
Title: A device for multi-dimensional separation and analysis of molecules.
Inventor: KOTIAHO TAPIO
IPC: G01N27/447
Filed: 2006-05-26
Abstract: The device comprises a chamber 12 for subjecting a first substance to a first analysis step and a space 10 for receiving a second substance. The device is configured to apply pressure (for example by mechanical means, gas-compression or hydraulic pressure), to the second substance to move the second substance towards a product of the first analysis step to provide a sample for a second analysis. The device has particular application in 2D electrophoresis. In an embodiment a stopper membrane may be provided between the first substance and the second substance. An electric field may be applied to draw the product of the first step through the stopper membrane into contact with the second substance. In an alternative embodiment the product of the first step may diffuse through the stopper.
Patent GB-2440390-A (GB)
Title: Vertically slotted header with locating means
Inventor: WEBBERLEY CLIVE
IPC: E04B2/76
Filed: 2006-07-21
Abstract: A vertically slotted header 2 comprises a web and depending flanges 24, 26. At least one of the depending flanges 24, 26 has two or more elongate slots 30. At least two of the elongate slots 30 are provided with a locating means disposed adjacent a mid point of the associated elongate slot 30.
Patent GB-2447061-A (GB)
Title: Hinge including first and second links having meshed cog wheels
Inventor: CALVEY RONALD
IPC: E05D15/30
Filed: 2006-07-22
Abstract: A hinge comprises a first link having a first toothed cog-wheel at a first end and a second link having a second toothed cog-wheel at a first end. The first and second toothed cog wheels are rotatably mounted on a base unit and meshed together. The hinge supports a vent between a closed position in which it lies within a fixed frame and an open position in which it extends at an angle to the fixed frame. A vent arm is attached to the support track via the first and second links. The incorporation of toothed cog-wheels allows the hinge to move in a smooth and predictable manner. The hinge can be arranged to provide minimal obstruction when the vent is open so that a user can have an unobstructed view out of the vent opening and the vent opening can be used as an escape route in an emergency situation.
Patent GB-2442535-A (GB)
Title: Rubber articles with glass flakes
Inventor: MASON DAVID WALTER
IPC: B29C69/00
Filed: 2006-10-05
Abstract: Rubber is mixed with glass flakes to form a mixture, which is sheared to form a preform with aligned glass flakes. The final shape of the article may be formed by cutting the article from the preform or may be formed by extrusion or moulding. The shearing may be achieved by a calendering operation. Alternatively, shearing may be achieved by milling, injection moulding or extrusion through a die. The rubber may include a vulcanizing or cross-linking agent and may be subjected to a vulcanization or curing step once it has been formed into its final shape. Rubber articles such as seals, tyres, hoses and lining sheets with glass flakes, exhibit improved fluid impermeability.
Patent GB-2432796-A (GB)
Title: Integrated wave sensing and magnetic induction dartboard system
Inventor: YIU CHIH-HAO
IPC: F41J5/06
Filed: 2006-10-16
Abstract: An integrating wave sensing and magnetic induction dartboard system comprises: a magnetic induction dartboard 20, a wave sensing device 50, and an electronic scoring circuit 40. The waving sensing device 50 is fixed on the magnetic induction dartboard and is connected to the electronic scoring circuit 40. When the electronic scoring circuit 40 receives the magnetic signal and the wave signal simultaneously, a score will be created. The system can produce accurate scoring data in the presence of electro-magnetic interference. It can determine if the target is missed or not based on the shock or sound caused by darts landing.
Patent GB-2429482-A (GB)
Title: Expandable pipe joint with stress concentrators
Inventor: COSTA SCOTT
IPC: E21B17/08
Filed: 2004-02-17
Abstract: A system for radially expanding and plastically deforming a first tubular 610 coupled to a second tubular 628 includes an expansion device and grooves 690 and/or ridges 692 for concentrating stresses within the joint. The tubulars may overlap. The axial spacing between the tubulars may be fixed. The system may include a sleeve 616 for maintaining portions of the tubulars in circumferential compression following expansion and plastic deformation. The concentrators may be formed on the sleeve.