baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2543054-A (GB)
Title: A method for manufacturing a security sheet and an insert for incorporation into a security sheet
Inventor: MATTHEW CHARLES SUGDON
IPC: B42D25/46
Filed: 2015-10-05
Abstract: A method for manufacturing a security sheet 11 for displaying personal data comprising a plastic substrate 14. The method comprises inserting an insert (61, figure 6) into an aperture (41, figure 6) in at least one plastic layer (34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, figure 6). The insert comprises a plastic insert substrate (66, figure 6) and at least one security element 72 located within and/or on the insert substrate. The at least one security element is detectable by a naked eye and/or a machine. The method further comprises arranging plastic layers over opposing surfaces of the insert (110, figure 10) and fusing at least the insert substrate and plastic layers together to form a plastic substrate, e.g. by applying heat and softening the layers, which may be a thermoplastic polymer; the plastic layer may be arranged in register with the security element(s) of the insert. The present invention is further directed towards an insert for incorporation into such a security sheet, a security sheet comprising the insert, a security document 10 comprising the security sheet and a method of manufacturing the insert.
Patent GB-2534656-A (GB)
Title: Air mass induction device
Inventor: SUI-HANG YAN
IPC: F24F13/26
Filed: 2015-11-18
Abstract: An air mass induction device, such as a bladeless fan, comprises a housing 2 having a leading edge 4 and a trailing edge 6 extending in the longitudinal direction, where the housing comprises two opposing external surfaces 8a and 8b which taper towards the trailing edge 6, at least two nozzles 10a and 10b extending in the longitudinal direction of the housing such that at least one nozzle is associated with each opposing external surface and is arranged to direct air received from within the housing over the respective opposing external surface towards the trailing edge, to induce air from outside the housing to flow in the direction of the trailing edge. Preferably the housing comprises at least one internal chamber 12 in fluid communication with at least each nozzle. A method for air ventilation is also claimed.
Patent GB-2544537-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method to determine physiological effects of cryogen on organisms for controlling freezers
Inventor: SIMON JAMES HANDLEY
IPC: C12Q1/02
Filed: 2015-11-20
Abstract: An apparatus to determine physiological effects of heat flux with a cryogenic substance applied to an organism, includes a heat flux sensor 12, a cryogen delivery apparatus (e.g. a spray nozzle 18) spaced apart a distance D1 from the heat flux sensor 12; and an organism culture 28 supported on the heat flux sensor 12 in the path of delivery of the cryogenic substance from the cryogen delivery apparatus 18. A related method is also provided to determine physiological effects of cryogen on an organism, and includes testing a live organism culture for heat flux with a cryogenic substance; and establishing an amount of heat transfer required at the organism for achieving maximum destruction of said organism. The cryogenic substance may be liquid nitrogen, liquid oxygen or liquid argon, and the organism culture may comprise Campylobacter. The effects of the treatment on the micro-organisms may be determined by measuring the leakage of ATP from the cells.
Patent GB-2545467-A (GB)
Title: DC-Free / nyquist-free line encoders based on n-ask modulation
Inventor: MOUNIR ACHIR
IPC: H04L25/06
Filed: 2015-12-17
Abstract: The invention relates to line code for terahertz communication. A method for. encoding comprises: splitting 440 a bitstrearn 310 into substreams b1-bn, encoding the sub­strearns using line encoders by .selecting. a codeword from codewords based on a current running digital sum RDS or running alternative sum RAS; and performing ASK- modulation using a weighted combination of the selected codewords. In an embodiment of the invention: selecting the codewords by the line encoders takes: into account the weights used for modulating. For instance, the: current RDS or RAS is updated as a weighted combination of the individual DS or AS .of the selected codewords. The same assignment between weights and codewords is used for modulation and for updating. Optimum encoding is based on minimizing the sum of the current RDS or RAS with all the weighted DS or AS of the codewords selected in parallel.
Patent GB-2538141-A (GB)
Title: Channel performance monitoring and an optical communication system using same
Inventor: DAVID JIMMY DAHAN
IPC: H04B10/61
Filed: 2016-03-04
Abstract: This application relates to channel performance monitoring in an optical communication system. An optical signal is received, preferably using a coherent receiver. The photodetector outputs of the receiver are digitally sampled and the samples stored in memory. Off-line processing of the stored samples is performed using a digital signal processor (DSP). The off-line processing estimates a value of at least one optical channel performance parameter such as electrical signal-to-noise ratio (ESNR), preFEC Bit Error Rate (BER), optical signal to noise ratio (OSNR) or chromatic dispersion. The value of the performance metric is forwarded to a network management element. The performance parameter must be estimated without prior knowledge of information on a modulation format. This appears to be achieved by the performance monitor receiving the same signal using multiple different trial modulation formats, and identify the trial modulation format which gives the best performance as the correct modulation format. Partial recovery may be performed using an inline DSP upstream of the offline DSP. The offline processing preferably implements statistical constellation diagram analysis using recovered data.
Patent GB-2537227-A (GB)
Title: Controlling the orientation of a device display based on usage context
Inventor: MARK BRAUN
IPC: G06F3/01
Filed: 2016-03-11
Abstract: A method for controlling an orientation of data on a display (117) of a device (100) comprises determining a device angular position for the device, determining a usage context parameter for the device, and controlling the orientation of the data on the display based on the device angular position and the usage context parameter. A change in the orientation of the data on the display, for instance from portrait to landscape, may be suppressed based on the usage context parameter. Usage context parameters may include user facial orientation angular position detected by a camera (140), or user grip position detected by grip sensors (145). A usage context parameter may also comprise user input data, such as a user input regarding the locking of the orientation of the data. In a further embodiment the usage context parameter may consist of a reversal display orientation change event, such as when a user reacts to an orientation change by changing the device position to force a change back to the previous orientation. A first orientation angle threshold may then be modified if the reversal is detected within a predetermined time period.
Patent GB-2538599-A (GB)
Title: Extraction cleaner and cleanout tool for the same
Inventor: DAVID M MILLER JR
IPC: A47L9/00
Filed: 2016-03-17
Abstract: A cleanout tool 60, possibly associated with an extraction cleaner (Fig 1), comprising one end/ implement 76 for cleaning a nozzle / suction component and another end/implement 78on the same tool for cleaning an agitator / brush component. Tool 60 comprises an elongate flexible body 62 with opposing ends 64, 66, opposing sides 68, 70 and narrow sides / edges 72, 74, so as to bend when inserted in to a nozzle (see Fig. 6). A hook or opposing hooks (80, Fig 3) may be included to catch debris. A comb (96, Fig 4) may be included to assist clearing an agitator. Other shown parts include gripping area 108 comprising recessed parts 110, text 112, 114 and a logo 116.
Patent GB-2540873-A (GB)
Title: A differential gear assembly and a method of assembly
Inventor: TOBIASZ LEWIS JACKMAN
IPC: F16H57/037
Filed: 2016-06-23
Abstract: A method of assembling a differential with a casing 90 having opposed side gear openings 93, (94, fig 7A) involves translating a crown wheel assembly 80 into a crown wheel cavity (95) in a substantially radial direction 700 of the assembly 80, through an opening 91 to centre the crown wheel assembly 80 on an axis 92 of the side gear openings 93, (94). Crown wheel cavity (95) is between and coaxial with the side gear openings 93, (94) which accept side gears (150, 160) that are introduced along the axis 92 until side gear teeth (151, 161) engage with pinion gears (121, 122) of crown wheel assembly 80. A crown wheel bearing (180, fig 7C) is attached to the casing by flange; a pinion mount (1100, fig 3) received in a crown gear (101); and a shaft connected to and extending from a first side gear and connected to a second side gear. The differential casing has a non-structural elastomeric or plastic cover.
Patent GB-2552179-A (GB)
Title: A back-locking lens fixing device and a lens adapter employing such
Inventor: CHUNG MAN HO
IPC: G03B17/14
Filed: 2016-07-12
Abstract: A lens adapter and its back-locking lens fixing device comprises a connecting base (3) which has a receiving hole (31) for receiving the connecting end of the tube body (1) axially opened on it; the lens fixing device further comprises a limiting portion (4) mounted on the connecting base (3), which comprises a rotational portion (41) rotatably sleeved outside of the connecting base (3) and three second male pawl portions (42) those are connected with the rotational portion (41) and extend into the receiving hole (31) through a sidewall of the connecting base (3). The design lens adapter and its back-locking lens fixing device is clever and practical.
Patent GB-2542921-A (GB)
Title: Electrical power supply on a vehicle
Inventor: GORDON CHARLES WOODHOUSE
IPC: B64D41/00
Filed: 2016-08-26
Abstract: A vehicle 100, preferably an unmanned aerial vehicle comprising: an engine 102 which drives an electrical power generator 104, a fuel cell 110, a memory 118 storing a plurality of different power sharing templates 126, each specifying different power supply sharing information; and a controller 116, 122 configured to: select a power sharing template 126 and control the engine driven electrical power generator and the fuel cell to supply electrical power to one or more vehicle subsystems 106. Preferably, the vehicle is an aircraft, and there are different power sharing templates for different phases of flight, where these can be overridden in the case of an emergency, such as an engine failure. In some embodiments, the fuel cell can power a starting mechanism to attempt to re-start the engine.
Patent GB-2543148-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for electric vehicle charging
Inventor: ALEX COOK
IPC: E05B83/34
Filed: 2016-09-01
Abstract: A method of charging an electric vehicle 200 comprises receiving, at the vehicle, a wireless signal 195 associated with a charging apparatus 280 and controlling an actuator 230 to open an enclosure 210 housing a socket 220 for receiving a charging plug 285 in response. The wireless signal may be transmitted by a transmitter associated with the plug of the charging apparatus. The actuator may close the enclosure if the wireless signal ceases to be received. An authentication signal, which may indicate the locking of the vehicle, may be received and used to control the actuator to partially close the enclosure once charging of the vehicle battery has been initiated to secure the charging plug. The opening of the enclosure may depend on the status of the vehicle charging system, the identity or suitability of the charging station, or by the battery charge level. The vehicle battery may be discharged to provide electrical power to an electrical grid when connected to the charging apparatus, during which time the enclosure may be partially closed to secure the charging plug. The enclosure may be subsequently opened when discharging to the grid is completed to enable removal of the charging plug.
Patent GB-2555090-A (GB)
Title: Air conditioning system
Inventor: RICHARD DONALD FOSTER PIERCE
IPC: F24F6/12
Filed: 2016-10-11
Abstract: An air conditioning system comprises an air inlet 7 through which air is drawn from an external environment 3 by an axial fan 9 and a means (spray humidifier) 15 to add moisture into the air to adiabatically cool the air. A gas separator 21 separates the adiabatically cooled air into an exhaust stream to the external environment 3 via an outlet 33 and a supply stream as output air through a supply conduit 43 to an internal environment 5. The exhaust stream has a higher water vapour content than the supply stream. A first portion of the supply stream is communicated back to the moisture adding means for further adiabatic cooling via a recycling conduit 39 and a second portion of the supply stream is the output air to the internal environment. The ratio of first and second portions may be varied by a mixing valve 35 to control temperature and/or humidity of the output air. A second inlet 49 from the internal environment may supply air to the mixing valve. The gas separator may comprise of a motor 27 driven rotating drum housing 25 having holes 29 for the exhaust stream and holes 31 for the supply stream.
Patent GB-2555573-A (GB)
Title: HVAC performance monitoring system
Inventor: Nicholas James Bailey
IPC: F24F11/00
Filed: 2016-10-21
Abstract: A method of monitoring the performance of an environmental control system such as an HVAC system comprises: (a) identifying an activation period during which the system is expected to be activated to control an environmental characteristic such as room temperature or humidity; (b) recording a data set of sensor data measured during the activation period relating to the environmental characteristic; (c) receiving control data indicating a target value configured at the environmental control system for the environmental characteristic; (d) analysing the data set in dependence on the target value to determine whether the data set is consistent with an expected response of the environmental characteristic during the activation period; and (e) detecting an underperformance condition in response to determining that the data set is not consistent with the expected response. A monitoring device for monitoring the performance of an environmental control system and an analysis server for monitoring the performance of an environmental control system are also claimed.
Patent GB-2555219-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for sealing a casing
Inventor: BRUCE MCGARIAN
IPC: F16L55/128
Filed: 2017-09-04
Abstract: A sealing device 1 for sealing a free end of a tubular 26 comprising a main body comprising a sleeve which surrounds the free end of the tubular object, a grip arrangement 17, and a grip drive arrangement to drive the grip arrangement radially towards the surface of the pipe. The grip arrangement may be a slip ring. A seal may be placed between the tubular object and the sealing device and may be integral with the gripping arrangement. The seal and grip arrangement may feature a tapered surface. The sealing device may be used to seal a casing of an abandoned subsea wellhead. A pressure gauge may be provided on the cap. Alternative inventions are defined featuring actuators to drive the grip drive arrangement, a retainer to hold the grip drive arrangement in place, an aperture through the cap or a flow diverter for use with two concentric casings. Alternatively, the sealing device is a plug comprising a protrusion for insertion into a tubular object.
Patent GB-2552282-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle control system
Inventor: ANDREW BRADLEY
IPC: B62D15/02
Filed: 2013-07-04
Abstract: The present invention relates to a vehicle control system (1 see fig 2) for controlling a vehicle 3 to facilitate reversing a trailer 5 coupled to the vehicle 3. The vehicle control system includes a processor (33 see fig 2) configured to receive a target trailer destination DTAR. The current position of the trailer 5 is determined by the processor 33. A target route R is then modelled to guide the trailer 5 from its current position to the target trailer destination DTAR• The processor (33) is configured to output a vehicle control signal to control the vehicle 3 to guide the trailer 5 along the target route R. The invention also relates to a method of controlling a vehicle 3 to facilitate reversing a trailer 5 and is capable of identifying a permissible target destination based on permissible hitch angle, a terrain parameter and/or detected available space for the trailer 5.
Patent GB-2556977-A (GB)
Title: Safety critical systems control in autonomous vehicles
Inventor: DAVID J BERELS
IPC: G01R31/36
Filed: 2017-09-20
Abstract: The method includes energising one or more vehicle electrical systems with a first power source 302, such as a 12V battery, and determining a first voltage of that power source 304. A second voltage of a second power source is determined 306 and if a combination of the first and second voltages is within tolerance of a predetermined voltage then the health and integrity of the battery is deemed good 308. The determination may be based on the battery performance under fault conditions such as the failure of the other source which may be simulated by de-energising that source. The electrical systems may include three phase motors with current vectors and systems with non-torque producing current vectors including DC-DC convertors (222,224 fig.2) and safety critical systems related to steering, braking and powertrain (114,113,112 fig.1). Loads, which may include non-safety critical systems may be turned off but if they are energised the safety critical systems may be prevented from operating.
Patent GB-2555721-A (GB)
Title: Single-layer or multilayer nonwoven fabric of long polyester fibers, and filter comprising same for food
Inventor: YUSUKE YAMADA
IPC: D04H3/011
Filed: 2016-03-31
Abstract: Provided are: single-layer or multilayer nonwoven fabric of long polyester fibers which is excellent in terms of transparency, dimensional stability, powder leakage property, and component extraction property; and a filter for foods which comprises the nonwoven fabric. The single-layer or multilayer nonwoven fabric of long polyester fibers according to the present invention has a content of inorganic particles of 0-100 ppm and a 10%-cumulation pore diameter less than 1,000 µm, the difference between the 10%-cumulation pore diameter and the 2.3%-cumulation pore diameter being 500 or less, and has a basis weight of 10-30 g/m2.
Patent GB-2560095-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle energy management
Inventor: ANDREW HUDSON
IPC: H02J7/00
Filed: 2018-01-08
Abstract: A method comprising controlling, based on temperature, which of a plurality of power 20, 22, 24 sources of a vehicle battery 16 are coupled to a starter circuit during vehicle ignition. The temperature sensor 74 may be located in the battery 16. The first power source may comprise lithium type cells, the second lead-acid type cells and the third may be an ultracapacitor type cell. Each cell may be carried by an H7 sized container. The battery may also comprise an isolation circuit including a switch, which is actuated depending on whether the start condition is a cold start or warm start. When the switch is in the first position all of the power sources may be connected to the starter circuit, and when in the second position at least one power source may be isolated from the starter circuit. The method may be associated with a stop start mode in a vehicle.
Patent GB-2570119-A (GB)
Title: A controller and method for transporting devices
Inventor: ROBERT ROLF STADIE
IPC: G06Q10/08
Filed: 2018-01-10
Abstract: A controller for controlling movement of transporting devices (30, figure 16) on a grid of rails (22, figure 16) that may prevent damage from excess loads and/or fatigue. The devices transport containers, which are stored in a facility in stacks (12, figure 16) with a grid-like structure above the stacks and the transporting devices are arranged to operate on the grid. The controller 100 comprises a route determination unit 101 that determines a route for each transporting device and a clearance unit 102 that provides clearance for each device to traverse a portion of the determined route. The controller also comprises a constraint area determination unit 103 that determines constraint areas (401, 402, 403, figure 4) based on the grid-like structure and a calculation unit 104 that calculates a constraint limit in each constraint area. The clearance unit grants or withholds clearance based on the calculated constraint limit in the constraint area, and/or the route determination unit determines a route for a transporting device traversing or not traversing a constraint area based on the calculated constraint limit for that constraint area. A method is also provided.
Patent GB-2573262-A (GB)
Title: Mobile identification method based on SIM card and device-related parameters
Inventor: HARRY LUP SUN CHEUNG
IPC: H04W12/06
Filed: 2018-03-08
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of mobile user identification by third parties based on the Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card and device-related parameters available in telecommunication networks, comprising: transmitting a Mobile ID request to an external IPification server; the IPification server transmits up to six Mobile ID queries in the form of Application Programming Interface calls (API calls/requests) to a Mobile Operator server based on SIM card/device-related input parameters: IMSI, ICCID, IMEI, MSISDN, Private IP and Public IP:Port; the Mobile Operator server transmits Mobile IDs back to the IPification server, wherein the server verifies whether the Mobile IDs obtained from the Mobile Operator server are identical; and, provides a positive or negative verification result. The Mobile Operator network components used include HLR, GGSN / P-GW and CGN, wherein GGSN and CGN components are used to resolve Private IP address and combination of Public IP address and Port into Mobile ID, while HLR is used to resolve IMSI, ICCID, IMEI and MSISDN into Mobile ID. The invention is applicable to: Fintech companies, digital merchants, e-government solutions, enterprises, etc. and provides platform security features, end users experience and transaction processing in interactions with those platforms.
Patent GB-2572762-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic manifold
Inventor: ANDREW COLLINS
IPC: F15B13/08
Filed: 2018-04-09
Abstract: A hydraulic manifold 1 is provided. The hydraulic manifold 1 is formed in one piece using additive manufacturing techniques. The hydraulic manifold 1 comprises an exterior wall 9 defining an inner space 3 within which there is at least one flow gallery 11 for conveying hydraulic fluid. The flow gallery 11 provides a high pressure fluid flow path and is bounded by a boundary wall 7. The boundary wall 7 is spaced inwardly from the exterior wall 9, to provide a double containment of any leaking fluid from the gallery 11 within the inner space 3; thus mitigating the requirement of a second barrier structure. The hydraulic manifold 1 may include a lid (19 in Figure 7). A method of manufacturing a hydraulic manifold and a kit of parts including a hydraulic manifold are also disclosed.