baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2409603-A (GB)
Title: Power control in a communication system
Inventor: LEGG PETER JONATHON
IPC: H04B7/005
Filed: 2003-12-23
Abstract: Power control in a communication system employing first and second channels, by: applying power control on the first channel, deriving power control information therefrom, and applying same to the second channel in order to produce power control on the second channel. Preferably, DSCH power control is used to determine power consumption on FACH. The power control information may be obtained: directly from RNC power control entity (if RNC based power control), or indirectly from Node B power control entity (if TPC power control at the Node B). The power control on the second channel may be obtained: via TFCS selection, scheduling of FACHs (number of codes / data rate) using a power management calculation based on the above, power cost calculation using C/I difference method, use of fixed or dynamically updated C/I values, or queueing and serving of UEs with similar power requirements on the FACH at the same time. This provides the following advantage(s): - maximisation of throughput on FACH(s) - exploitation of DSCH power control removes the need for additional measurements to be taken by the UE.
Patent GB-2409417-A (GB)
Title: Online gaming with spectator interaction
Inventor: EMMERSON FRANCIS
IPC: A63F13/10
Filed: 2003-12-22
Abstract: An online gaming system, which enables users connected to a communications network to interact with a computer game being played across the network, comprises a game state engine 52, and a presentation engine 55 which controls the output presented to users. The game state engine controls the state of the game and allows users to participate as players. At least one other user is able to communicate with the presentation engine in order to affect the output presented to one or more spectators, e.g. by allowing the other user to act as a cameraman who may vary the position, angle etc. of the view seen by the spectators. The system may include a side channel SC which allows voice and/or data communication between users. A wireless terminal for playing an online computer game is also claimed, the terminal comprising a game state engine 52, a presentation engine 55, a user interface 44, and a network interface 48. An online gaming system is also claimed in which spectators may communicate support of a player to a game controlling engine, with the game controlling engine varying the rules to favour a player having the most spectator support.
Patent GB-2416021-A (GB)
Title: Disc pump flange
Inventor: ANGELO PATRIC
IPC: F24H9/12
Filed: 2004-03-18
Abstract: The flange consists of a tube 2 that includes a flared end 24 inserted into a disc or ring 4. A vent port 16 is situated under the disc/ring. The flange is inserted into a universal compression coupling 6. A branch tree 12 connects outlet pipe 10 at 8 and hot water cylinder 14. Two separate outlet channels 22 and 24 may provide an independent flow to a shower outlet 18. A main vent outlet for heated fluid expansion and secondary hot tap demand is via tube 2, 24, and 26.
Patent GB-2401501-A (GB)
Title: Golfing satellite navigation device
Inventor: PUGH TERENCE CHARLES
IPC: G01S5/14
Filed: 2004-04-30
Abstract: A handheld device is disclosed for use during a game of golf and comprises a GPS receiver 2 to enable a golfer to accurately determine their position on the golf course. The device contains software relating to the course layout which may be displayed to the golfer by means of a colour graphical display 3. The information displayed may include hazards such as waterways and bunkers, and the distance from the golfers location to the flag may be provided to assist the golfer in selecting the correct club. The display may provide close up views of the landing areas and greens and the distance from the golfers location to the flag may be automatically updated as the golfer moves. Distance to the flag and suggested club information may be requested by means of talking to the device wherein the requested information may be provided as a voice message to the golfer. The device may have a ruggedised weatherproof casing 1 and may be manufactured having buttons or a touch screen.
Patent GB-2415127-A (GB)
Title: Rechargeable motorised cleaning brush
Inventor: UWEMEDIMO DENNIS BUEKA
IPC: A46B11/00
Filed: 2004-06-14
Abstract: A brush suitable for cleaning bath tubs comprises a rotating brush head 6 that is driven by a rechargeable medium voltage motor. The motor can be recharged by connecting the brush to a wall socket 9 via charging socket 3, wire 8 and base unit 7. The brush has an "easy grip" handle 1 that carries a reservoir 2 for holding a cleaning substance. An on-off switch 4 is provided on the handle 1. The brush head may be connected to the handle body by a flexible support 5 which enables the brush head to follow the shape of the bath. The brush allows a bath to be cleaned without the user having to bend over.
Patent GB-2410020-A (GB)
Title: Re-usable electronic tamper evident closure
Inventor: BURNELL DAVID REGINALD
IPC: B65D55/02
Filed: 2004-06-18
Abstract: A re-usable tamper-evident closure that can be applied to cover an opening of a container is disclosed. The closure comprises control means, detection means that can detect removal of the closure from a container and supply a signal to the control means, indicating means, under control of the control means, that can indicate to a user the status of the closure; and resetting means connected to apply an input signal to the control means. Upon application of the closure to a container, a user can operate the resetting means. The signal thus generated triggers the control means to cause the indicating means to indicate that the device is in a safe state. Upon detection of removal of the closure from the container, the control means causes the indicating means to indicate that the device is in an unsafe state. The resetting means is secured against operation by those not authorised to so do. Consider a person with a drink who wishes to leave it unattended. The closure is applied to its container and reset by its owner. If, upon return, the owner of the drink sees that the device is in a safe state, then this indicates that the closure has not been removed so the drink is still safe. However, if the device is in an unsafe state, its owner can conclude that the closure has been removed from the bottle and replaced. The resetting means is secured against unauthorised operation, so nobody other than the drink owner can reset the indicating means to the safe state after removal of the closure from the bottle. Indicating means may be a light emitting diode, the resetting means may be actuated by a standard or electronic key, or by biometric, such as finger print recognition attributes. The detection means may be optical and indicated by the effect upon a beam of light passing between an optical emitter and an optical receiver or by position sensor components that make physical contact with the container.
Patent GB-2404624-A (GB)
Title: Vegetation pruning device
Inventor: BARKER DAVID
IPC: A01G3/033
Filed: 2004-07-13
Abstract: A vegetation pruning device 2 comprises a pair of arms 4, 6 adapted to pivot relative to each other about an axis to adjust the angle between them, and having at least one respective handle portion 14, 16 adapted to be gripped by a user. The device also includes a motor having a rotary output drive (34, fig 6), and an endless flexible cutting element 8 mounted to a first arm, which is driven by the rotary output drive. The arms are adapted to be gripped by a user at a pair of handle portions oriented in a plane substantially perpendicular to the axis.
Patent GB-2420852-A (GB)
Title: Temperature indicator attachable to various items including clothing and textiles
Inventor: DONARTE MARY-ANN ROSE
IPC: G01K1/14
Filed: 2004-11-08
Abstract: A temperature indicating display, eg a tag, 15a for the attachment to clothing or textile articles, the display being one design that shows a different depiction under different conditions (15b) according to the temperature sensed. The tag may be attached to other articles which may include an electric blanket, covers for hot water bottles, beverage containers etc.
Patent GB-2421069-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable housing for recessed ceiling light
Inventor: MARTIN ALLEN
IPC: F21S8/02
Filed: 2004-12-08
Abstract: A light fitting for location into an aperture in a ceiling (2, fig 2) comprises a bezel ring 1 for engagement with the lower face of the ceiling and upstands 3 connected to the bezel ring. Each upstand is provided with a clamp 7 for engagement with the upper side of the ceiling around the aperture and each clamp is slidably mounted on its upstand. The clamps are manually operated by a toggle lever 22 between a first position in which the clamp is free to slide and a second in which the clamp is fixed.
Patent GB-2405995-A (GB)
Title: Spring loaded bi-stable mems switch
Inventor: PROPHET ERIC M
IPC: B81B3/00
Filed: 2003-05-09
Abstract: A MEMS switch assembly comprising a substrate and a resilient switching member is provided. The resilient switching member comprises a transverse torsion member having a flexible portion, and a leaf spring and cantilever that extend from the flexible portion of the torsion member. The switching assembly further comprises a first anchoring member mounting the torsion member to the stable structure, and a second anchoring member mounting the leaf spring to the stable structure. In this manner, the leaf spring has a flexible portion between the first and second anchors that can be alternately flexed in opposing directions to deflect the cantilever end in the respective opposing directions. The leaf spring can exhibit a first stable geometry (e.g., a convex geometry) when flexed in oneof the opposite directions, and a second stable geometry (e.g., a concave geometry) when flexed in another of the opposite directions. Thus, the switch can be switched between two stable states using a momentary force and can maintain these two stable states without further expenditure of energy. The cantilever deflects a greater distance than that of the leaf spring, e.g., more than twice as great. Thus, in this case, the unique geometry of the switching member acts as a mechanical amplifier and allows for a large travel distance of the cantilever end, while maintaining reasonable actuation dimensions. The switching assembly can be designed to achieve any one of a variety of switching methodologies. For example, the switching assembly can be arranged as a single pole double throw (SPDT) switch, in which case, the cantilever can make electrical contact between a common terminal and one of twoselected terminals, or a single pole single throw (SPST) switch, in which case, the cantilever can alternately electrically couple and decouple two terminals.
Patent GB-2422632-A (GB)
Title: Electronically controlled secondary latch mechanism in motor vehicle front compartment
Inventor: EDWARDS SEAN
IPC: E05B77/54
Filed: 2005-01-26
Abstract: A motor vehicle is disclosed having an electronically controlled secondary latch mechanism for the cover of an externally accessible compartment such as a luggage or engine compartment located at the front of the motor vehicle. A primary latch mechanism is used to hold the cover closed and is releasable to allow the cover to be opened provided the secondary latch mechanism is also unlatched. The secondary latch mechanism is automatically latched and unlatched by an electronic control unit 50 which selectively energises an actuator 10 forming part of the secondary latch mechanism based upon a determination of two vehicle parameters. When the first parameter is met (eg when vehicle road speed exceeds a predetermined value) the secondary latch is automatically latched. When the second parameter is met (eg when the engine is sensed not to be running or the ignition key is not present or the ignition is off or the primary latch is released when the vehicle speed is below a predetermined value) the secondary latch is automatically unlatched.
Patent GB-2408688-A (GB)
Title: Urological resectoscope having a non-rotating instrument support
Inventor: AUE THOMAS
IPC: A61B18/14
Filed: 2003-10-02
Abstract: The invention relates to a urological resectoscope comprising a shaft tube (3) inside of which optics (1) are guided while passing through and distally protruding from a fixed optics guide tube (2). A longitudinally extended rod-shaped support (4) that, at the distal end thereof, supports a cutting instrument (6) is mounted in a longitudinally displaceable manner inside the shaft tube (3) while being located outside the optics guide tube (2). Said support is distally held by the optics guide tube (2), via a sliding tube (8), on the optics (1) whereby the support is located at a radial distance from the axis of the optics, and the support is secured to the optics guide tube (2) by means of an assembly (9, 10) which prevents rotation in the circumferential direction of rotation. The urological resectoscope is characterized in that the assembly which prevents rotation consists of a rail (9) that is attached to the support (4) while running parallel thereto and of a distally open longitudinally extended slot (10) provided in the optics guide tube (2).
Patent GB-2412150-A (GB)
Title: A resin torque rod and method of producing the same
Inventor: ENDO MASAMI
IPC: F16F15/08
Filed: 2005-03-18
Abstract: A resin torque rod 10 comprises: first and second bushings 12, 14 disposed at each end of the resin torque rod 10, each bushing having a resin outer casing 18, 28, a rigid inner casing 20, 30 and a rubber elastic body 22, 32 interposed between the outer and inner casings; and a resin connecting component 16 for connecting the first and second bushings 12, 14, the first and second bushings being disposed at right angles to each other. The rubber elastic body 32 in the second bushing 14 is shaped such that at least outer peripheral portions of axial end faces of the rubber elastic body 32 protrude at least as far as do the axial end faces of the resin outer casing 28 of the second bushing 14. a method of producing such a resin torque rod is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2425466-A (GB)
Title: Pivoting child safety seat with handle
Inventor: BIJL WILLEM MEES VAN DER
IPC: A47C1/024
Filed: 2005-04-29
Abstract: A child safety seat has a seat squab (2) a backrest (3) and a pivoting carrying handle (5). A first embodiment has a back rest, a seat squab and a handle that are pivotally connected and angularly displaced via a 3-link system ( 7,8 and 9 figure 2a) that is connected to the carrying handle. The second embodiment has the back rest and seat squab pivotally connected via a pair of links (7 and 8 figure 3) that are angularly displaced via a cam profile (14 figure 3) that is connected to the carrying handle. The third embodiment has the back rest and the seat squab attached to frames (2 and 3 figure 4), pivotally connected and angularly displaced via a projection and an engaging member (14 and 18 figure 4), the engaging member is connected to the carrying handle. In each embodiment rotational movement of the handle causes one of the one of the seat members to move with respect to the other.
Patent GB-2420121-A (GB)
Title: Polymer Electrolyte
Inventor: WRIGHT PETER V
IPC: H01M10/0565
Filed: 2005-05-13
Abstract: A polymer electrolyte, configured to provide ion transport, with a main chain first repeating unit and a second repeating unit interdispersed therewith, wherein the second repeating unit is less strongly co-ordinating than the first. Also disclosed is a copolymer of formula <EMI ID=3.1 HE=25 WI=142 LX=268 LY=874 TI=CF> <PC>wherein R1 is alkylene or benzene, R2 is O, N, alkylene, phenylene or methylene, R3 is alkyl, Ph, alkyl-phenyl and n is 3-8 and r is 2-3. Also disclosed is a method of making the copolymer comprising reacting <EMI ID=3.2 HE=39 WI=87 LX=616 LY=1280 TI=CF> <PC>wherein variables are as specified above and p is between 1 and 7 and Y is a halogen; a polymer comprising an additional repeating unit which is a polyester, a carbonate or a ketone; and galvanic cells comprising the said polymers.
Patent GB-2412437-A (GB)
Title: Startup and operational techniques for a digital flowmeter
Inventor: HENRY MAGNUS P
IPC: G01F1/84
Filed: 2003-03-31
Abstract: An optimal mode of operation for the digital flowmeter is selected, depending on a current environment of the flowmeter. For example, during a startup operation of the flowmeter, the mode of operation might include a random sequence mode, in which filtered, random frequencies are applied as a drive signal to a flowtube associated with the digital flowmeter. Once the flowtube reaches a resonant mode of vibration, the digital flowmeter may transition to a positive feedback mode, in which a sensor signal representing a motion of the flowtube is fed back to the flowtube as a drive signal, as part of a feedback loop. Once an oscillation of the flowtube is achieved and analyzed, a digital synthesis mode of operation may be implemented, in which the analyzed sensor signals are used to synthesize the drive signal. In either the positive feedback mode or the digital synthesis mode, the digital flowmeter may revert to a previous mode to regain stable and desired oscillation of the flowtube, such as might be required during a recovery operation associated with a disturbance to an operation of the digital flowmeter.
Patent GB-2417974-A (GB)
Title: Lightweight rope access work platform
Inventor: FREEMAN MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: E04G3/30
Filed: 2005-08-03
Abstract: A portable rope access work platform comprising decking (15) supported by a framework (1) having a length and a width, end rails movably connectible with the decking or its framework to move between a position for use extending upwardly from the decking and a folded position disposed laying adjacent to the decking, and a pair of elongate side handrails (49, 51) releasably connectible with the end rails and characterised in that the separation distance between the pair of elongate side rails is greater than the width of the deck. Side rails 49, 51 are connectible for use by pins passing through holes 27; legs 59 provide the required offset. End rails 21 pivot about hinges 19 so as to lie adjacent decking 15 for transport, rails 49, 51 being fastened to the folded platform by cargo straps.
Patent GB-2431036-A (GB)
Title: Rotating multiple image display
Inventor: BOOTH ROY
IPC: G09F11/10
Filed: 2005-09-01
Abstract: A multiple image display comprises two or more images which are transformed into three dimensional helixes having an axis in the viewing direction, and arranged such that the images may move on a helical path relative to one another with one image being brought into view while the other image is obscured. The image helixes may each be segmented such that the segments of one image, when following a helical path, pass through the space between the segments of the other image (figure 5). The helical motion may be produced using stepping motors, or may be produced as a result of (i) a change in either angular or linear momentum induced by acceleration or deceleration of the display, (ii) a change in orientation of the display with respect to gravity or a magnetic field, or (iii) a change in an external magnetic field. The multiple image display may form part of a larger display, with the multiple image display being fully visible or partially obscured (figure 6).
Patent GB-2431936-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for freely positioning a shower drain unit
Inventor: LOCK GRAHAM ROBIN
IPC: A47K3/40
Filed: 2005-11-04
Abstract: A method of freely positioning a waste water drainage unit 20 in a shower area having a concrete floor, the method comprising the steps of: a) determining a location of a shower area on a concrete floor 24; b) selecting at any or substantially any location within that area a position at which a waste water drainage unit 20 is to be located; c) forming an opening 22 in the concrete floor 24 to accept a body of the drainage unit 20; d) positioning a gully adaptor 10 over the floor opening 22 so that it overlaps the floor opening 22 by a short distance; e) holding the body of the drainage unit 20 stationary in the floor opening 22 via the gully adaptor 10; and f) connecting the drainage unit 20 to a drain, whereby the waste water drainage unit 20 can to be freely or substantially freely positioned within the shower area. A gully adaptor for use with the method is also provided.
Patent GB-2444761-A (GB)
Title: Polymeric films
Inventor: BOULTON DANIEL
IPC: B32B27/32
Filed: 2005-11-25
Abstract: A cast polyolefin film has a first outer layer consisting of a propylene (propene) based copolymer with a minor portion of butylene (butene) units, and a second layer comprising at least mostly propylene units, wherein the first layer contains a non-migratory antistatic agent and the second layer contains an anti-static agent. In the preferred embodiment comprising three layers: (A) the first outer layer comprising propylene-co-butylene (20% by weight butylene) nylon and anti-static agent polyetheresteramide, (B) the core layer comprises propylene-co-butylene (20% by weight butylene), propylene homopolymers, titanium dioxide, glycerol monostearate, bis-methoxylated amine and polyethylene, (C) a third layer comprising the material of layer (B) and silica.
Patent GB-2436064-A (GB)
Title: Remote controls for back treatment device
Inventor: STOBART MATTHEW
IPC: A61H23/04
Filed: 2006-03-14
Abstract: Controls for a hand-held electro-pneumatic physiotherapy device in which the controls are fitted to the handset device itself. Preferably the controls are co-axial with the control conductors and air supply hose. The control signals may be based on voltage or amperage level or amplitude or frequency modulated wave forms. A solenoid valve may be controlled by changing signal polarity thorough diode circuits or by direct switching. The physiotherapy device may also include a rubber cover to protect the operator from reciprocating work-related injuries. The handset may be computer controlled.
Patent GB-2436782-A (GB)
Title: An egg holder
Inventor: MANGADO DAMERIS ALONSO PEREZ
IPC: A47J29/06
Filed: 2006-04-07
Abstract: An egg holder comprises a frame composed of two halves 1, 2; each half has a number of receptacles 3, 4 that are the shape of half an egg, and is attached to a shaft. The shaft from one half 5 moves telescopically within the other 6, thereby allowing the two halves to be pulled apart (Fig 5), to allow the user to place eggs into the receptacles, and for the two halves to be pushed together (Fig 4), and secure the eggs. The shafts are non-circular to prevent them rotating in relation to each other, and one of the shafts may have a stopper 9 to prevent the shaft from leaving the other. The egg holder allows the user to place a number of eggs into a pan of boiling water without the risk of dropping them. Preferably the top of the egg holder has a handle 10 to allow the egg holder to be lifted, and allowing the two halves of the holder to separate. The holder may have a number of feet 12 at the base of the frame to prevent the receptacles for the eggs from contacting the bottom of the cooking vessel. The egg holder may be made from metal, plastics material or wood for example.