baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2413236-A (GB)
Title: Determining delay in an adaptive path optical network
Inventor: DE VEGA RODRIGO MIGUEL
IPC: H04L12/721
Filed: 2004-04-13
Abstract: A method of determining delay in an end-to-end path of an adaptive path optical network, the method comprising deriving average IP packet delay from the product of average link utilisation of IP packets in the network being sent in bursts and delay in two way reservation optical burst switching networks, wherein the average link utilisation in the network being sent in bursts is the ratio of average throughput sent in bursts in bits per second, to capacity at a bottleneck link in the end-to-end path in the network.
Patent GB-2417256-A (GB)
Title: Quick-pitch/strike tent
Inventor: CHEN YEONG-SHU
IPC: E04H15/64
Filed: 2004-08-19
Abstract: A quick-pitch/strike tent has a frame 10 and a cloth housing 12 suspended on the frame 10. The frame 10 and the cloth housing 12 are connected together and the frame 10 has multiple poles 30. Each pole 30 has multiple joints 40 to conveniently pitch or strike the tent. The frame 10 and the cloth housing 12 are connected together so that pitching the tent consists of just erecting the frame 10. The joints 40 of the poles 30 are conveniently struck so the cloth housing 12 and the frame 10 can be quickly struck for storage and transportation together.
Patent GB-2412570-A (GB)
Title: Nozzle unit with releasably secured extension pipe connector
Inventor: LEE BYUNG-JO
IPC: A47L9/02
Filed: 2004-09-13
Abstract: A nozzle unit for a vacuum cleaner includes a casing assembly 110 comprising an upper casing 120 and a lower casing 140, an extension pipe connector 200 connected to the casing assembly, and a locking unit 300 formed on the casing assembly and the extension pipe connector for releasably connecting the casing assembly to the extension pipe connector. The locking unit may include a locking rib 314 formed on the extension pipe connector, and an aperture formed in the upper or lower casing. A locking projection 308 may be formed in the aperture, and a corresponding groove 318 may be formed on the locking rib to receive the projection when the locking rib is inserted into the aperture. The locking rib may comprise a flange extending from each side of the extension pipe connector, with a respective aperture formed in each side of the upper casing. Hooked flanges 128, 148 may be formed on the upper and lower casings to join them together.
Patent GB-2402592-A (GB)
Title: Microprocessor controlled tube apparatus having reduced radio frequency emanations
Inventor: DOZIER JOHN W
IPC: H05B6/62
Filed: 2003-03-06
Abstract: A tube sealer (8) is provided for limiting radio frequency emissions during operation. The tube sealer (8) includes an enclosure such as a cabinet (10) and first and second jaws (42, 26) oriented with respect to the enclosure to receive a tube portion in a space therebetween. The first jaw (42) is fixed and is coupled to a radio frequency generator, and the second jaw (26) is movable with respect to the first jaw (42) and coupled to ground potential. The tube sealer (8) also includes a shield (12) positioned adjacent the enclosure and configured to at least partially enclose the first and second jaws (42, 26) yet permit the introduction of a tube portion to a position between the first and second jaws (42, 26). The shield (12) thereby reduces radio frequency emanations from the first and second jaws (42, 26), and the shield (12) is movable with respect to the enclosure to at least partially expose the first and second jaws (42, 26).
Patent GB-2413319-A (GB)
Title: Carbon-fullerene compositions having Cn of 100 or above
Inventor: WAGNER MICHAEL JAMES
IPC: C01B31/02
Filed: 2004-10-25
Abstract: A composition for forming an electrode for a lithium ion secondary battery includes a carbonaceous material combined with a fullerene material including fullerene species having a carbon content of Cn, where n   /  100. The composition is heated to a temperature of 100{C or greater to facilitate reaction and/or diffusion of the fullerene material with the carbonaceous material, and also to remove lower molecular weight (C<100) fullerenes from the composition. In addition, other extraction techniques may be utilized in combination with heat treatment to selectively remove fullerene species from the fullerene material. The composition enhances the electrochemical performance of the electrode in the lithium ion battery.
Patent GB-2422267-A (GB)
Title: Packet buffer for eliminating real-time data loss on establishing a call
Inventor: ELWELL JOHN ROBERT
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2005-01-13
Abstract: In a communication system comprising a first device connected remotely to a second device where data is sent in packets between said devices a method of eliminating real-time data loss comprising: providing a buffer between said devices; when receiving device is unable to deal with a stream of packets sent from transmitting device: storing said packets in said buffer: when said receiving device can receive said stream, reducing the size of the buffer.
Patent GB-2442786-A (GB)
Title: Positive displacement, buoyancy power generating device
Inventor: BASS ERNEST ELIE
IPC: F01D23/00
Filed: 2005-02-23
Abstract: A power generating device which may generate electrical power has a framework 1 which may be an upright member attached to a base plate 6. A pair of spaced apart rotating members 3 and 4 are vertically spaced apart on said upright member. A series of buoyant members 7 which may be plastic containers are linked together via a flexible medium 5 which may be an endless chain or cord and pass over both of the rotating members 3 and 4. Said buoyant members 7 enter into the bottom of a liquid or water filled tube or pipe or column 2 via a sealing member 12 that acts to prevent leakage from said column. The buoyant nature of members 7 causes them to rise to the top of column 2 thus rotating members 3 and 4. A power generating device such as a dynamo or alternator may be connected to one of the rotating devices to generate electrical energy.
Patent GB-2424668-A (GB)
Title: Wheeled door stabiliser
Inventor: WILCOX DAMION
IPC: E04F21/00
Filed: 2005-03-30
Abstract: A door stabiliser for supporting a door (7, fig 2) whilst fitting to a door frame has height adjustable wheels 1 and preferably a base unit 6. The base unit may be made of steel, alloy, plastic or any other suitable material. The wheels may be adjusted via handles 2. Door clamps 4, operated by handles 3, may be provided for clamping the door and may be located on mounting posts 5. The wheels could further be provided with brakes. Preferably the wheels can accommodate variations in the height of a floor, can be used to set a desired spacing between the door and floor, and can be lowered to remove the door stabiliser after fitting of the door.
Patent GB-2425034-A (GB)
Title: Fashion band accessory
Inventor: AKUFFO FREDERICK
IPC: A44C5/20
Filed: 2005-04-14
Abstract: A strap of flexible material suitable for wearing around a wrist, neck or waist is fastened by a single hinge mechanism comprising a pin inserted into loops formed at the ends of the strap material. There may be at least three loops of material which interlock to form a continuous sleeve into which the pin is inserted and held in position by the pressure of the strap material alone. The strap may be made of leather, rubber or fabric and the loops may be formed by returning each end of the strap back on itself.
Patent GB-2413542-A (GB)
Title: Snack food container having a removable tip
Inventor: MILLIGAN CHRISTOPHER
IPC: B65D3/06
Filed: 2005-04-28
Abstract: A semi-rigid snack food container has a housing having a base 12 through which it may be filled and on which it may stand and an upper closure defined by a tip 14 removable at a score line 18.
Patent GB-2413123-A (GB)
Title: Derivatization of carbon nanotubes using diazonium species
Inventor: TOUR JAMES M
IPC: C01B31/02
Filed: 2002-01-29
Abstract: The invention incorporates new processes for the chemical modification of carbon nanotubes. Such processes involve the derivatization of multi- and single-wall carbon nanotubes, including small diameter (ca. 0.7 nm) single-wall carbon nanotubes, with diazonium species. The method allows the chemical attachment of a variety of organic compounds to the side and ends of carbon nanotubes. These chemically modified nanotubes have applications in polymer composite materials, molecular electronic applications, and sensor devices. The methods of derivatization include electrochemical induced reactions, thermally induced reactions (via in-situ generation of diazonium compounds or pre-formed diazonium compounds), and photochemically induced reactions. The derivatization causes significant changes in the spectroscopic properties of the nanotubes. The estimated degree of functionality is ca. 1 out of every 20 to 30 carbons in a nanotube bearing a functionality moiety. Such electrochemical reduction processes can be adapted to apply site-selective chemical functionalization of nanotubes. Moreover, when modified with suitable chemical groups, the derivatized nanotubes are chemically compatible with a polymer matrix, allowing transfer of the properties of the nanotubes (such as, mechanical strength or electrical conductivity) to the properties of the composite material as a whole. Furthermore, when modified with suitable chemical groups, the groups can be polymerized to form a polymer that includes carbon nanotubes.
Patent GB-2429980-A (GB)
Title: Material comprising a carbide, boride or oxide and tungsten carbide
Inventor: SAVEKER JOHN JAMES
IPC: C22C29/08
Filed: 2005-09-08
Abstract: Cutting tools and wear resistant bodies are made from a material comprising a tungsten carbide matrix with inclusions of ceramic material, the ceramic material comprising one or more of:- A carbide, boride or oxide of a transition metal, A carbide, boride or oxide of an alkaline earth metal, eg BeO, MgO or CaO, A carbide boride or oxide of aluminium, eg Al2O3, A carbide or oxide of boron, eg. B4C.
Patent GB-2432096-A (GB)
Title: Row crop harvesting apparatus
Inventor: FLEET CHARLES ROBERT WILLIAM
IPC: A01D45/00
Filed: 2005-11-09
Abstract: An apparatus for harvesting row crops, comprising cutting means 8 for cutting the crops, a conveyor 11 for conveying the crops, sensor means 9 responsive to individual crop characteristics such as head size, and control means for controlling the movement of the cutting means and the conveyor. The cutting means is movable between a cutting position and a non-cutting position. The conveyor comprises a pair of opposing conveyor belts (4, figure 4), 5 movable between an operable position and a stored position. The cutting means is moved between the cutting position and the non-cutting position by the control means in response to signals from the sensor. The conveyor belts are moved in co-ordination with the cutting means. The cutting means preferably comprises a blade (22, figure 2) and anvil (23, figure 2). Also claimed is a row crop harvester capable of harvesting multiple rows.
Patent GB-2435422-A (GB)
Title: Slow release agent absorbent dressing
Inventor: CHANG-TSUNG CHOU
IPC: A61F13/15
Filed: 2006-02-22
Abstract: A slow release agent absorbent dressing (1) comprises a wound-contacting layer (2) having tapered apertures (7). The tapered apertures (7) contact a wound to discharge exudate therefrom and transmit exudate, via a guiding layer (3), to an absorbent layer (4) formed of high-molecular polymeric fibres and mixed with a certain concentration of water-soluble agents (10), such as an antiseptic agent, enzyme and/or growth factor agent, in a suitable amount. After exudate has entered the absorbent layer (4), the polymeric fibres expand to form into a gel to prevent exudate flowing back to the wound. Also, a translucent evaporating layer (5) having numerous micropores (9) for air venting, is in contact with the absorbent layer (4) and the peripheral edges are joined together in the form of a sealed structure by heat-sealing (6), to stop side escape of exudate, which is effective in protecting the wound (11) from secondary infection.
Patent GB-2425305-A (GB)
Title: Controlling biomass growth in suspended carrier bioreactor
Inventor: FRISCH SAMUEL
IPC: C02F9/00
Filed: 2006-04-13
Abstract: A bioreactor configured to contain an aqueous suspension of biomass and media is provided. The invention includes an lift tube 200 disposed within the vessel 100, the lift tube having an inlet disposed at the bottom region of the vessel and an outlet disposed in the top region of the vessel. Disposed at the bottom region of the lift tube is a gas inlet 210 positioned to feed gas into the lift tube at a location proximal to the inlet of the lift tube. An adjustable weir 250 is disposed proximal to the outlet of the lift tube, the weir being adjustable between a lower position and a higher position. Biomass is removed from the weir and the weir height is adjustable to control the removal of biomass from the vessel. Also included as part of the invention is a method of controlling the removal of biomass from a bioreactor. Also claimed is a bioreactor comprising a quiescent zone (600, Fig. 6) being configured to collect biomass and media for introduction into the inlet of the lift tube. Also claimed is a bioreactor comprising a barrier (700, Fig. 7) disposed within said vessel to allow passage of the aqueous suspension both over and under the barrier. The bioreactor may comprise a gas inlet (710, 720, Fig. 7) disposed at the bottom region of the vessel and/or at least one collection baffle plate (750, 760, Fig. 7), and/or a quiescent zone (600, Fig. 6).
Patent GB-2423719-A (GB)
Title: Rechargeable dental curing light
Inventor: FISCHER DAN E
IPC: A61C3/00
Filed: 2004-11-15
Abstract: A light curing dental device (100) is configured for curing light-curable compounds and includes a rechargeable power supply. The light curing device (100) is configured to be received by and recharged by a recharging docking station (220) that is connected with a dental hand piece holder tray. The recharging docking station (220) may take the form of a dental hand piece holder (300). The light curing devices (100) can be recharged by electrical contact it is placed within the docking station (220).
Patent GB-2436436-A (GB)
Title: Wire feeding and cutting system with stationary and reciprocating clamps
Inventor: LAYZELL FRANK WILLIAM
IPC: B26D7/02
Filed: 2006-06-16
Abstract: A wire feeding system comprising first 12, second 14 wire grippers and a cutter 20, wherein the second wire gripper 14 is a static gripper positioned at or near one end of a panel to be assembled, and the first wire gripper 12 is moveable reciprocally between first and second positions, in the first position the first wire gripper 12 being positioned at or near the other end of the panel and being adapted to grip and to draw a continuous length of wire 18 towards the second wire gripper 14, the second wire gripper 14 grips the wire 18 delivered by the first wire gripper 12, the first wire gripper 12 releases the wire 18 and moves back to the first position, once in the first position the first wire gripper 12 clamps and tensions the wire 18, when the wire 18 is secured to the panel the cutter 20 cuts the wire 18 from the feeding system, so that the wire 18 is severed from the remaining continuous length of wire.
Patent GB-2428306-A (GB)
Title: Two-dimensional capacitive position sensor
Inventor: HRISTOV LUBEN
IPC: G06F3/041
Filed: 2006-06-29
Abstract: A capacitive position sensor 22 for determining the position of an object along first and second directions is described. The sensor 22 comprises a substrate 24 having an arrangement of electrodes 26 mounted on a single surface thereof. The electrodes 26 are arranged so as to define an array of sensing cells 28 arranged in columns and rows to form a sensing area. Each of the sensing cell 28 including a column sensing electrode 32 and a row sensing electrode 30 with the column sensing electrodes 32 of sensing cells 28 in the same column being electrically coupled together and the row sensing electrodes 30 of sensing cells 28 in the same row also being electrically coupled together. At least one row or column is broken into a plurality of segments within the sensing area and the broken segments are connected together with an electrical connection 38 made on the same side of the substrate as the electrodes 26, but outside of the sensing area. So, there is no requirement for electrical connections 38 to cross within the sensing area, thus providing a capacitive position sensor 22 having a sensing area with electrodes 26 and electrical connections 28 on only one side of a substrate.
Patent GB-2440796-A (GB)
Title: A detergent tablet
Inventor: LOCKE WILLIAM JOHN
IPC: C11D17/00
Filed: 2006-10-11
Abstract: The tablet comprises a main body of compressed particulate material and a minor body fixed thereto, the minor body is in the form of a capsule having a non-rigid wall of a water soluble or dispersible material, such as gelatine or PVA. The minor body contains a liquid or pasty infill which contains at least one detergent active component. The wall of the capsule may be intended to dissolve more slowly or more quickly than the main body of the tablet.
Patent GB-2435804-A (GB)
Title: Break away horse halter
Inventor: PRETTY JOAN
IPC: B68B1/02
Filed: 2006-12-19
Abstract: A safety halter 100 for a horse includes a nose band formed of an upper nose band 110 connected to a lower nose band 120 by connecting rings 610, 620. A crown piece 210 is connected to a throat latch 310 by connecting rings. The crown piece and throat latch are joined to the nose band by cheek pieces 410, 420. A connecting piece 510 extends between the lower nose band and the throat latch. The crown piece, throat latch and lower nose band are provided with safety release mechanisms 220, 230, 320, 130 which will separate when subjected to a tension exceeding a predetermined threshold. For example the crown piece comprises a centrally located poll section having a pair of side pieces depending therefrom. The stiffness of the side pieces is greater than that of the poll region. This safety release mechanism may comprise a hook and loop fastening system 920, 930.
Patent GB-2445770-A (GB)
Title: A portable trumpet stand
Inventor: HSIEH WU-HONG
IPC: G10G5/00
Filed: 2007-01-19
Abstract: A portable trumpet stand has an instrument bracket 10, multiple legs 20 and a central post 30. The instrument bracket 10 has a central hole 13, a top and a bottom. The legs 20 are mounted pivotally around and protrude out radially from the instrument bracket 10, and each leg 20 has a proximal end pivotally mounted in the instrument bracket 10. The central post is mounted slidably in the central hole 13 of the instrument bracket, has a top end, a bottom end and a spherical cushion 31 attached to the top end. The bottom end is detachably mounted in the central hole 13 so that the central post 30 protrudes perpendicularly up to be mounted in a cylindrical metal tube of a trumpet to hold the trumpet in position. The portable trumpet stand may be collapsed and stored in the cylindrical metal tube of a trumpet so the portable trumpet stand and the trumpet can be stored in a case altogether.
Patent GB-2446431-A (GB)
Title: Interchangeable light fixing
Inventor: KENDALL FRANCIS DORIAN
IPC: F21V21/03
Filed: 2007-02-06
Abstract: An interchangeable light fixing that comprises dual units, a fixed unit that is attached to a ceiling joist and an interchangeable unit 6 that can be attached to it by a twisting action. Power may be supplied to the removable light via a circular connection strip 3 and via an internal fixed point at the centre of the unit 4. Terminals may be on top of the fixed unit which may be attached to a ceiling joist by screws. A rose cover may be screwed over the two units to conceal the internal parts. The fixed unit is installed by an electrician and the interchangeable unit can be applied to any lighting design and allows the consumer to change lighting throughout the household or business place without the need of expert electrical assistance.
Patent GB-2438283-A (GB)
Title: Garden hoe with rotateable blade
Inventor: BERTRAM PETTER
IPC: A01B1/06
Filed: 2007-04-23
Abstract: A hoe comprises a cutting device <B>1</B> which forms a closed circumference which can be rotated through 360{ around a centre axis, the cutting device <B>1</B> is mounted on a holder <B>2</B>. The closed circumference has at least one cutting edge <B>8</B>. The cutting device <B>1</B> is connected to the holder <B>2</B> by means of mounting devices <B>3, 4, 9</B>. At least part of the cutting edge <B>8</B> is embraced by a shielding device <B>12</B>. The cutting device <B>1</B> is demountable, rotateable and may be flipped over 180{ so to present a new cutting edge. In this way, when the cutting device <B>1</B> becomes blunt, it can be first rotated to present a new cutting edge and then flipped over when that edge becomes blunt. Therefore there is no need to sharpen the cutting edge. The cutting device <B>1</B> is essentially cylinder shaped with a circular cross-section.
Patent GB-2450492-A (GB)
Title: Cylinder lock with an interchangeable movable plate for re-keying
Inventor: NUGENT WALTER JOSEPH
IPC: E05B27/00
Filed: 2007-06-25
Abstract: Cylinder lock with at least one pin (24) and an interchangeable movable plate (21) with at least one hole (32), where the pin in a first position is aligned with the hole (32) in the movable plate (21) and where the pin (24) in a second position is not aligned with the hole (32) in the movable plate. The movable plate (21) is supported by a slider (33) biased by a spring (37) towards a position in a slider receiving slot in the housing. The pin is biased by a spring (28) towards the detents of a key (27). When the cylinder lock is rotated by the key (27), the slider (33) along with the removable plate (21) is moved towards the pin (24). T-shaped pin for use in a cylinder lock.
Patent GB-2440027-A (GB)
Title: Golf club separation alarm
Inventor: JONES PHILIP A
IPC: A63B53/00
Filed: 2007-07-02
Abstract: An alarm system for monitoring the location of one or more golf clubs and able to alert the owner if the clubs are greater than a preset distance away. Each club is fitted with transmitter 8 which may be inserted in the end of the club handle, the transmitter may have a tamper photocell 10 to detect attempted removal from the club. The transmitter sends a signal to a receiver (fig 8) which can be clipped to a golf bag, owner's belt or golf trolley / buggy. When the transmitter is moved away from the receiver by more than a predetermined distance, an alarm is actuated, warning the golfer. The transmitter may have a photocell (2 figs 1, 2) so that it is switched on only when the club is removed from the golf bag. A low battery alarm may be provided for the transmitter and receiver.
Patent GB-2440050-A (GB)
Title: Linear high-throughput proteomics and microfluidic devices therefore.
Inventor: FISCHER STEVEN M
IPC: C07K1/14
Filed: 2007-07-12
Abstract: A method of analysing a sample of multiple protein species comprising: separating proteins by species such that the multiple protein species emerge in a sequential order; digesting the separated proteins in said order; introducing the digested proteins into a mass spectrometer (MS) in said order wherein, within a time window, the digested proteins introduced into the MS are covariant. A portion of the separated protein may remain undigested and be introduced into the MS in conjunction with the corresponding covariant digested protein. A method of preparing a sample for use in matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization (MALDI) is also claimed. This may be carried out within a microfluidic device; said device having an inlet, means for separating proteins, an outlet connected to an inlet of a digestion chamber, the outlet of which is coupled to an interface to a MS, wherein said digestion chamber includes surfaces for immobilizing enzymes, and said device possesses an additional channel connecting the separation channel outlet directly to the MS interface.