baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2363344-A (GB)
Title: A screen for use in a shale shaker and method for using same
Inventor: ADAMS COLE THOMAS
IPC: B01D33/03
Filed: 1999-11-02
Abstract: A screen for use in a shale shaker, said screen comprising a first screen assembly (14) having a first mesh size and a second screen assembly (16) having a second mesh size mounted on and above the first screen assembly (14) characterised in that said second screen assembly (16) comprises a scalping screen of a larger mesh size than the mesh size of a screen of the first screen assembly (14). A shale shaker comprising a screen according to the present invention. A method of screening using a shale shaker according to the present invention comprising the steps of vibrating said screen in a shale shaker and pouring a mixture of liquid and particles on to said screen.
Patent GB-2366419-A (GB)
Title: Railway maintenance work administration system
Inventor: NAGAI SATORU
IPC: G06Q50/00
Filed: 2001-02-15
Abstract: A Railway maintenance work administration system (fig 1), comprises maintenance work terminals 3 connected to a central device 2 through a network 4. Work plans are prepared and/or edited using work terminals 5, connected to the central device 2. Approval or authorisation to commence work is requested by the maintenance workers using the maintenance work terminals 3. Authorisation is received from the central device 2 in the form of two or more identical communications, which are displayed together on adjacent screens 35,36 (fig 6) and checked for differences as an error-check. An alternating or flickering display may also be used to facilitate comparison of the two messages.
Patent GB-2375305-A (GB)
Title: Decorative adhesive patch or tape for orthopaedic casts
Inventor: OLADIPO OLAREWAJU JAMES
IPC: A61F13/04
Filed: 2001-03-21
Abstract: An instructional and decorative adhesive patch or tape for use on the surface of an orthopaedic cast, which comprises a tape, plastic laminate or fabric backing 20. The patch or tape has imprinted designs or decorative die-cut perforations 22 on the exterior surface, and an adhesive inner surface 24. Preferably the patch or tape has a backing made of polyvinyl, polyurethane, natural or synthetic fabric, tape or any combination of these. The backing may be protected by a removable liner 18 or it may have a release coating to allow the tape to be wound into a roll. The patch or tape may adhere to the surface of polymeric or non-polymeric casting materials. A method of conveying information regarding patient care has also been claimed using patches or tape with written instructions and graphics on the surface of an applied cast.
Patent GB-2362389-A (GB)
Title: Boron containing lubricant oil composition
Inventor: KOMATSUBARA HITOSHI
IPC: C10N30/04
Filed: 2001-03-28
Abstract: A lubricant composition comprising a lubricant base oil blended with a boron-containing ashless dispersant (A) in an amount of 0.035 or more percent of boron by mass, and an alkaline earth metal sulfonate having a total base number of 50 to 500 mgKOH/g (B) in an amount of 0.01 or more percent of alkaline earth metal by mass, all the percentages being based on the total mass of the composition and if necessary a phosphorus additive. The lubricant composition is superior in effect to enhance the dynamic- and static- friction coefficients in a wet clutch.
Patent GB-2361377-A (GB)
Title: Method and device for generating digital data watermarked with authentication data
Inventor: WU JIANKANG
IPC: G11B20/00
Filed: 1998-12-11
Abstract: An apparatus (100), method and computer program product for generating an authenticated audio, image and/or video signal (116) is disclosed. The apparatus or recording device (100) includes an authentication module (102), an audio, image and/or video capture module (104), and a watermarking module (106). The apparatus can be a digital camera, digital video camera, or a digital audio recording device. The authentication module (102) checks if the operator is authorized to use the apparatus (100) and if so generates authentication information (112). Biometrics data such as a fingerprint, iris, voice and/or face recognition can be used for authentication. If authorized, the capture module (104) generates an audio, image and/or video signal (114). A watermarking module (106) embeds the authentication information (112) in the media signal (114) to provide the authenticated output signal (116). The watermarking is built into the recording device (100) and is carried out on-the-fly. The media signal can be watermarked with GPS data and/or annotation.
Patent GB-2376856-A (GB)
Title: Signal processing system that adds stuff bits to make variable length data stream into integer multiple of byte length
Inventor: LOEF PETER
IPC: H03M7/40
Filed: 2001-06-21
Abstract: There is disclosed a signal processing system and a method which allows a device 10 operating on the basis of synchronous communication to communicate with a processor 11. A problem with such systems is that the processor 11 operates in bits of a fixed length (e.g. 8 bits), but signals from the device 10 may be of variable bits length. This problem is solved by adding additional bits to signals from the device 10, so as to make them an integer multiple of a predetermined byte length. The processor 11 is arranged to generate an output signal of variable bit length, the device 10 is arranged to receive the output signal and generate a data signal of a length determined by the output signal, and the processor 11 is arranged to receive the data signal, add thereto one or more additional bits to form a processing signal which is an integer multiple of a predetermined byte length, to divide the processing signal into one or more sub-signals of said predetermined bit length, and to process each of said sub-signals.
Patent GB-2379441-A (GB)
Title: Holographic recording medium
Inventor: ELLIOTT STEPHEN
IPC: C03C4/04
Filed: 2001-09-07
Abstract: A holographic recording medium comprises a chalcogenide glass comprising at least sulphur in combination with phosphorus, which undergoes a photostructural change in response to illumination with bandgap or sub-bandgap light resulting in a change of refractive index of the chalcogenide glass. The bandgap of the material is increased in energy compared to previously used chalcogenide glasses such that it can be used as a holographic recording medium using a commercially available frequency doubled Nd:YAG laser (wavelength   g  =532 nm). The chalcogenide glass may also comprise an element selected from As, Ge, Ga, B, Si, Al and Zn.
Patent GB-2380804-A (GB)
Title: Ancillary electrical circuit isolation arrangement
Inventor: HOPKINSON STEPHEN
IPC: G01R19/145
Filed: 2001-09-20
Abstract: A non-contact sensor 1 detects the presence of a direct current on a circuit wire 3 and is arranged to output a signal 18, on detection of the said current, to activate switching means 37 connecting an ancillary circuit to an electrical supply +Vcc. The non-contact sensor may be a Hall Effect sensor 1 located in a slot formed in a toroidal magnetic core 2 which is located around one or more primary circuit wires 3 in a vehicle light system. The output signal 18 from the sensor activates circuitry to operate an electro-mechanical relay 29 to connect appropriate ancillary circuit loads and lights of a trailer. The isolation between the circuits may reduce the voltage spike noise which may compromise fault finding arrangements and the operation of the digital multiplex control systems of a vehicle. Light emitting diodes 16, 155, 157 maybe incorporated into the circuits to indicate when power is applied to the circuits 155, when an output signal is present 16 and when a relay is energised 157. A piezoelectric sound alarm 45 may be used to indicate a fault when a direct current is detected in a circuit wire 3 but no current is detected in an appropriate ancillary circuit. A micro-controller 56 may be programmed and arranged to control the operation of the alarm and relays.
Patent GB-2363320-A (GB)
Title: A method of cleaning floors and other large surfaces
Inventor: MENIF RACHED
IPC: C11D1/14
Filed: 2000-09-26
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of cleaning floors and other large surfaces with a cleaning device comprising a handle and a mop head attached thereonto, and a disposable mop wetted with a cleaning composition, said mop being initially at least partially folded and packaged into a box containing a stack of said mops, and said mop being releasably fixed onto said mop head before and while cleaning, said method being characterized in that it comprises the steps of: (i) opening said box - said box having width and length dimensions slightly superior to the surface of the mop head -, so as to expose the mop being on top of said stack of mops, then (ii) manually unfolding said top mop so that it presents a first surface having width and length dimensions slightly superior to the surface of the mop head, then (iii) placing the implement mop head into the box so that the lower surface of said mop head contacts said first surface of said top wipe, then (iv) removing the implement with the wipe attached thereonto and closing the box with its cover so as to prevent evaporation of the cleaning composition, then (v) wiping the floor using said device, and then remove the wipe once used.
Patent GB-2369827-A (GB)
Title: Process for olefin oligomerisation
Inventor: COMMEREUC DOMINIQUE
IPC: C07C2/32
Filed: 2001-10-26
Abstract: A process is described for carrying out olefin oligomerisation in two catalysis steps of different types, using an organic feed containing at least one olefin. The cut to be treated, containing at least one olefin (C<SB>n</SB>), is introduced into a first reaction zone where, in a first step, it undergoes catalytic oligomerisation either of the homogeneous liquid phase type, or of the heterogeneous type with a solid support. The effluent produced is generally sent to a heat exchanger traversed by a cold liquid, the effluent thus being cooled before being sent to a second reaction zone where it undergoes catalytic oligomerisation in a liquid-liquid two-phase medium, the invention being characterized in that at least an ethylenic hydrocarbon containing 3 to 5 carbon atoms per molecule is added to the inlet to the second reaction zone
Patent GB-2381725-A (GB)
Title: Graphical user interface for a remote operated vehicle
Inventor: MADSEN STEVE
IPC: G06F3/0481
Filed: 2001-11-05
Abstract: A graphical user interface (GUI) for a remote operated vehicle (ROV) with an onboard video camera with pan-and-tilt mechanism. A broad translucent compass bearing icon is arranged horizontally with compass bearing marks that scroll to the left and right as the ROV moves to the right and left respectively, thereby giving the user visual feedback for steering the ROV as well as hard information relating to the bearing. The translucency allows a large icon area to be provided without blanking out the video footage. A long translucent depth icon is arranged vertically with depth reading marks that scroll up and down as the ROV moves down and up respectively. A pan-and-tilt icon at the top center of the screen gives user feedback as to the direction in which the ROV camera is pointing relative to the ROV. Status indicator icons are provided on the left side of the screen. These and the other icons are inserted and removed by special bum-in and fade-out processes to provide good visibility at the same time as continuity of viewing. A transient speed icon shows changes in available power to the ROV thrusters.
Patent GB-2370570-A (GB)
Title: Melting device and process for producing high UV-transmitting glass
Inventor: MANNEMANN KARL
IPC: F27D27/00
Filed: 2001-11-16
Abstract: A melting device for producing high UV- transmitting glass uses a melting tank (1) with a feed aperture (11) for introducing high- purity raw material into the melt (3). Discharge material is removed via a discharge aperture (5) that is arranged in the region of the base (21) of the melting tank. A cover (9) is positioned above the melting tank (1) and the feed aperture (11) is found in the same region. The material is heated solely by heating elements, in particular electrodes (17) that are arranged in the melting tank below the surface of the molten glass (15). A stirrer (30) ensures uniform mixing throughout the melt (3).
Patent GB-2382562-A (GB)
Title: A closure means for a bag or the like
Inventor: HANCOCK THOMAS GERRARD
IPC: B65D33/16
Filed: 2001-11-30
Abstract: A closure means for a bag or the like, comprises a substrate 1 with first and second opposed surfaces and a line of symmetry 3 dividing it into first and second halves, each half having an end portion 4, 5 distal from the line of symmetry 3 and a central portion 2 proximal to the line of symmetry 3; a layer of adhesive 18 provided on substantially all of the first surface (17) of the substrate; each end portion 4, 5 and the central portion 2 being respectively provided with a separate backing sheet 15, 16, 20 over the layer of adhesive 18 on the first surface 17; each half having a push-out portion 7, 8 located in the central portion 2; and a tear strip 6 provided between at least one of the end portions 4, 5 and the central portion 2. The end portions 4, 5 and the push-out portions 7, 8 respectively come substantially into registration with each other when the substrate 1 is folded in half along the line of symmetry 3.
Patent GB-2382827-A (GB)
Title: Improved thermal insulation
Inventor: BROWN HUGO
IPC: B32B27/12
Filed: 2002-01-23
Abstract: A method of insulating a building comprises the step of introducing into a cavity in the building wall an insulating membrane comprising a reflective layer and a breathable layer. The breathable layer may comprise a woven or non-woven textile which may comprise fleece, felt or paper and may be formed from a plastics material. The reflective layer comprises a metallised layer which may comprise aluminium in the form of foil, laminate or veneer. The aluminium may be deposited by vapour deposition. The reflective layer may be applied as a vacuum vaporised aluminium coating without reducing the permeability of the breathable layer. Alternatively the reflective layer has micro perforations.
Patent GB-2377225-A (GB)
Title: Process for the production of low ash fuel
Inventor: SINHA PARAS NATH
IPC: C10L5/00
Filed: 2001-03-30
Abstract: The present invention describes a process for the production of low ash fuel using calcined petroleum coke by crushing and screening of calcined petroleum coke below 3mm size, mixing the crushed and screened materials to achieve a bulk density in the range of 760 to 800 kg/m<SP>3</SP>, mixing 10-100% of the resultant calcined petroleum coke with 0 to 50% coke breeze, pre-soaking the mix so obtained with 5-10 % water, mixing with binder followed by kneading in presence of live steam, then briquetting and curing of the raw briquettes in a furnace in a controlled oxidising atmosphere to obtain the low ash fuel.
Patent GB-2378390-A (GB)
Title: Moulding method for making a crimpable suture thread
Inventor: PAGEDAS ANTHONY CONSTANTINE
IPC: A61B17/00
Filed: 2001-05-15
Abstract: A method of making an integrally molded suture thread and crimpable structure is described. The method comprises placing a pre-formed annular structure 18 in a mold 20 and then filling the mold with a moldable material. The moldable material is allowed to cure and the integrally molded suture thread and crimpable structure is then removed from the mold. The moulded article may be braided with one or more monofilaments in order to increase its frictional resistance.
Patent GB-2387476-A (GB)
Title: Flow field plate geometries
Inventor: TURPIN MARK CHRISTOPHER
IPC: H01M8/02
Filed: 2002-06-24
Abstract: A flow field plate for a fuel cell or electrolyser comprises on at least one face an assembly of channels comprising one or more gas delivery channels 4, one or more gas removal channels 7 and a permeable wall 9 separating same. The permeable wall may comprise a plurality of gas diffusion channels.
Patent GB-2378740-A (GB)
Title: Fastener having an aluminium alloy cap
Inventor: HUI DAVID
IPC: F16B33/00
Filed: 2002-08-14
Abstract: A fastener, such as a nut or bolt (1) includes a base portion (13), a coupling portion (11) and a head portion (12). An aluminium alloy cap member (2) fits over the head portion. The cap member (2) may be selected from a plurality of different shaped cap members.
Patent GB-2393918-A (GB)
Title: Board game
Inventor: BERKOVI JACK
IPC: A63F3/00
Filed: 2002-10-12
Abstract: A board game comprises a board with a playing area 4 defined by a number of zones 2 each associated with one of six visual identifiers 3. Dice 6,7, with corresponding identifiers are thrown, with a players pieces 5 being positioned on the corresponding zones identified by the throw of the dice. The object is to create a continuous chain of pieces from a peripheral start zone, "1", to a central finish zone "1", which chain may be disrupted by substitution of a piece by an opponent.
Patent GB-2398631-A (GB)
Title: Computerised assessment of the ocular motility fileds
Inventor: ASSAF AHMED A
IPC: A61B3/113
Filed: 2002-12-19
Abstract: A computerised method for testing Ocular Motility fields relates to the assessment of strabismus patients. It can be used to assess both binocular and monocular fields of eye movements. A patient places his chin on an adjustable chin-rest and the appropriate adjustment in position is made. The chin-rest is mounted on a motorised table, along with a computer display. A target is moved along meridians on the display at regular intervals around 360 degrees. The apparatus may be used to test the field of Binocular Single Vision, for which both eyes are kept open. The position of the target is recorded at the point where the target is seen in double. This is repeated at different meridians. For testing the field of Monocular eye movements one eye is covered. Appropriate adjustment to the chin-rest is made. The patient follows a moving target generated along various meridians as above. In both tests, the results are saved along with patient and test data.
Patent GB-2396361-A (GB)
Title: Water removal apparatus for wall cavity
Inventor: HOWARTH PAUL
IPC: E02D31/02
Filed: 2002-12-19
Abstract: Flood prevention apparatus for a building having a cavity wall construction comprises an internal sump means 15 for disposing in communication with the cavity to collect excess water. A pump means 19 is located within the sump, the pump having an inlet means at a first (lower) level and an outlet means 22 terminating outside the building at a second (higher) level. Preferably, the sump means has a notch or aperture 17 formed in a wall 16 either side thereof to be in registration with the cavity of the wall below floor level.
Patent GB-2386098-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in key covers for keyboards
Inventor: BENNETT NICHOLAS RUSSELL
IPC: B41J5/12
Filed: 2003-02-28
Abstract: The invention relates to the provision of key covers (2), viz. key stickers (6), key caps (30, Fig 6) or the like, each of which is adapted to be attached to a key (4) of a keyboard in use and each of which may be provided with a customising legend (20), pattern, image of a cartoon character or an image of a real life character. The key covers (2) may also bear a visible legend (20) corresponding to the legend on which the key cover (2) may be attached in use. The key covers (2) are intended for use with any device that comprises keys in any configuration, such devices being computer keyboards, a typewriter, a telephone handset, a play-station console or the like. Where the key covers (2) are formatted as stickers, the stickers are pre-coated with an adhesive to facilitate the ready attachment and detachment of the stickers to and from associated keys. The key stickers (6) of this invention are of planar configuration and each of which comprises a tab portion (8) that, in use, is folded over a front edge portion of the key to which it is attached, the tab portion (8) bearing said corresponding legend (20). The customising legend, pattern or image may comprise the name or logo of a commercial organisation and thereby constitute advertising on said keys.
Patent GB-2400225-A (GB)
Title: Mobile message data display device
Inventor: WARBURTON NIGEL
IPC: G09F7/12
Filed: 2003-03-04
Abstract: A portable display device 1 comprising; a means to receive messaging data, e.g. SMS text messages, from a remote telecommunications apparatus, a means to display the data, and a means to connect the device to an article. In one embodiment the device is attached to an article of clothing 20, e.g. a T-shirt. Attachment means may comprise a clip, or Velcro (RTM). Alternatively the device may be attached to the interior of a vehicle, on a window for example. The attachment means may comprise vacuum suckers, or an adhesive layer. The device may permit flashing or scrolling text.
Patent GB-2388059-A (GB)
Title: Phosphorous trap
Inventor: HEPBURN JEFFREY SCOTT
IPC: F01N13/02
Filed: 2003-03-27
Abstract: An exhaust treatment system for an internal combustion engine 10 is disclosed which mitigates deleterious poisoning of a catalytic converter 26 or exhaust gas oxygen sensor 24 by phosphorus containing species 30, comprised of a porous ceramic or metallic material having a predetermined average pore size.
Patent GB-2387276-A (GB)
Title: Controlling electronics cabinet temperature
Inventor: JONES CLIFFORD
IPC: F26B21/06
Filed: 1999-10-08
Abstract: A method of controlling internal temperature in an electronics cabinet is disclosed. The method includes maintaining a substantially constant airflow at ambient temperatures below a first temperature, heating the flowing air at ambient temperatures below the first temperature, and varying the airflow at ambient temperatures above a second temperature.
Patent GB-2390370-A (GB)
Title: Polishing composition
Inventor: ISHIBASHI TOMOAKI
IPC: B24B37/00
Filed: 2003-05-30
Abstract: A polishing composition that prevents a peripheral portion of the surface of a substrate for a magnetic disk from being excessively polished. A first polishing composition according to the present invention includes a compound, which is represented by the following general formula. <EMI ID=1.1 HE=19 WI=96 LX=437 LY=772 TI=CF> <PC>The letter X represents a residue of polyether polyol. The letter m represents a number equal to the number of hydroxyl groups in one molecule of the polyether polyol. The letter Y represents a divalent hydrocarbon group. The letter Z represents a residue of a monovalent compound, which has an active hydrogen atom. The letter n represents an integer number of at least three. A second polishing composition according to the present invention includes a polymer, which has a monomer unit derived from isoprene sulfonic acid or its salt. These polishing compositions also comprise an abrasive, a polishing accelerator and water.
Patent GB-2402791-A (GB)
Title: User identification using two or more sources of biometric data in combination with a user entered code
Inventor: RAJALINGHAM PREMALASEN
IPC: G06F21/32
Filed: 2003-06-09
Abstract: The method for providing security identification of a user includes receiving two or more sources of user biometric data and at least one code. The sources of biometric data are then integrated according to the received code in order to derive integrated security data. This data is then then compared with stored data held on a database in order to identify the user. The sources of biometric data may be, fingerprint, DNA coding, iris patterns, face patterns, voice pattern etc, the code may be entered through a keyboard or spoken.
Patent GB-2390059-A (GB)
Title: Rubber cylinder sleeve for offset printing presses
Inventor: HOFFMAN EDUARD
IPC: B41N10/04
Filed: 2003-06-10
Abstract: In order to create a rubber cylinder sleeve of simple construction that is nevertheless capable of design to a variety of specifications, a single rubber layer 3 is arranged on a steel carrier sleeve 2. This layer contains at a distance from the outer surface 7 compressible elements 8 and/or filaments 9 that influence the stiffness (S) of the sleeve. The density of these inclusions can vary or be constant.