baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2509234-A (GB)
Title: Electronic tag with error detection for internal data transfer
Inventor: KIM SU JONG
IPC: G06F11/14
Filed: 2013-11-27
Abstract: An electronic tag device, for use in an electronic shelf label (ESL) system, includes a controller that transfers a data packet including an error detection or check code (eg. CRC) to a display. The display operates in slave mode. Data integrity is checked at the display, and in the event of an error, the display requests (using a NACK signal) that the data be retransmitted. The data may be retransmitted a predetermined number of times. The controller and display may communicate using a serial peripheral interface (SPI) bus.
Patent GB-2522403-A (GB)
Title: Airway device
Inventor: KEMP JANE ELIZABETH
IPC: A61M25/00
Filed: 2013-12-17
Abstract: An airway tube 10 for an airway device said airway tube having a first end and a second end, wherein the airway tube comprises a first lumen 14 and a second lumen 16, wherein a flexible wall 12 is provided between the first lumen and the second lumen and wherein movement of the flexible wall varies the cross-sectional area of the first lumen and the second lumen. The airway tube may be reinforced with beading 18. The two lumens may be parallel or a tube-in-tube arrangement (see figure 4) with an inner, lemon-shaped second tube 116. The airway tube may have a connector at one end and a laryngeal cuff at the other end. The connector may have first and second components (22, 24, see figure 8b).
Patent GB-2508316-A (GB)
Title: System and method for improving network access in machine to machine communication
Inventor: HUANG RUI
IPC: H04W4/70
Filed: 2011-12-27
Abstract: An apparatus may include a processor circuit and an adaptive access module operable on the processor circuit to schedule broadcast of random access resources to access a radio network and to adaptively adjust an initial backoff window size for access signaling to the radio network during an access period. Other embodiments are disclosed and claimed.
Patent GB-2515148-A (GB)
Title: Converting conditional short forward branches to computationally equivalent predicated instructions
Inventor: GROCHOWSKI EDWARD T
IPC: G06F9/38
Filed: 2014-03-17
Abstract: In an arrangement for processing conditional branches, a conditional short forward branch (101, fig. 1) is fetched 321. The conditional short forward branch includes a conditional branch instruction (103, fig. 1) that branches to a target instruction. One or more sequentially following instructions (102, fig. 1) which follow between branch instruction in program order and the forward branch target instruction (106, fig. 1), i.e. what is sometimes termed the not taken path. The conditional short forward branch is converted 322 to a computationally equivalent set of predicated instructions and during conversion possibly hardware conversion at a pipeline decode stage the conditional branch instruction may be eliminated. Signals, representing the predicated instructions, may be output regardless of whether the conditional branch is predicted to be taken or not taken and without necessarily knowing any branch prediction. Preferably, back-end logic executes the predicated instructions and determines whether or not the conditional branch should have been taken. If the branch either (a) should or (b) should not have been taken then the architectural state is respectively either (a) not updated or (b) updated to reflect the execution.
Patent GB-2526285-A (GB)
Title: An improved item of aircraft furniture
Inventor: REYNOLDS PAUL
IPC: B64D11/00
Filed: 2014-05-19
Abstract: An item 100 of aircraft furniture, suitably a table or monitor, comprises an attachment mechanism 120 having an attachment element 122, suitably a slidable lug, moveable between a mating position, in which it mates with a mating element connected to an aircraft floor, and an unmated position, and an integrated locking mechanism 130 having a locking element 132, suitably a locking pin, moveable between a locking position, locking attachment element 122 in the mated position, and an unlocking position. Locking element 132 may be moved to the locking position by moving a portion 111 of item 100, suitably a table top, from a stowed position to a deployed position, typically by unfolding. Tabs (148a, 148b, Figure 3d) may protrude from item 100 to indicate that the item is not securely locked. Suitably, attachment element 122 may be moved between the mated and unmated positions by rotating furniture item 100 through a quarter turn.
Patent GB-2526305-A (GB)
Title: Central tyre inflation system and method
Inventor: KING PAUL
IPC: B60C23/00
Filed: 2014-05-20
Abstract: The present invention relates to a central tyre inflation system (CTIS) for a tyre. The system includes one or more pneumatic control valves (PCV) for controlling inflation of a respective tyre (T). A first compressed air source (10) is provided for supplying compressed air to inflate the tyre (T). A second compressed air source (11) is provided for supplying compressed air to control said at least one pneumatic control valve (PCV). A control means (VINSS) is provided for controlling the supply of compressed air from the second compressed air source (11) to generate a pneumatic control signal to control said at least one pneumatic control valve (PCV). The first compressed air source (10) can be a compressor (5) configured to provide compressed air to inflate the tyres (T). The second compressed air source (11) can form part of an air suspension system (SS).
Patent GB-2527347-A (GB)
Title: Cleaning formulation
Inventor: HEYS SAMANTHA
IPC: C11D1/835
Filed: 2014-06-19
Abstract: An aqueous formulation for the chemical removal of foreign matter from solid surfaces, comprises: (i) a primary surfactant in the form of a linear C9-CI I alcohol ethoxylate 8E0, (ii) at least one water-soluble solvent, and (iii) at least one secondary surfactant. wherein the at least one secondary surfactant comprises a branched C10 alcohol ethoxylate 8E0 and/or a cationic surfactant of the formula I: In which: R1 is a C1-4 alkyl group; R2 is a C1-4 alkyl group; R3 is a C1-4 alkylene group; R4 is a C12-20 alkyl group; and X- is a counter-ion. Also shown is the use of the formulation and method of cleaning a substrate using the formulation.
Patent GB-2513032-A (GB)
Title: System and method for inspection of a part with dual multi-axis robotic devices
Inventor: LUTE THOMAS WILLIAM JR
IPC: G01N29/04
Filed: 2012-12-04
Abstract: A robotic inspection system includes a first multi-axis robotic device with an end effector and a second multi-axis robotic device with an end effector. Each of the first and second end effectors can transmit and/or receive an ultrasonic signal to perform the ultrasonic scan. A controller is used to translate the first end effector and the second end effector along a scan path 308 either side of the part 306 to collect transmitted ultrasonic data about the part. The scan path comprises inspection points, corresponding to locations on a computer-aided design (CAD) model 302 of the part, which define where the ultrasonic data is collected. A method for performing an ultrasonic scan of a part also includes generating a display that includes the data and the model of the part, wherein the robotic devices can translate independently of each other.
Patent GB-2513746-A (GB)
Title: Fluid identification system and production and use thereof
Inventor: MCCANN DOMINIC PATRICK JOSEPH
IPC: G01N33/28
Filed: 2012-04-04
Abstract: A fluid identification system comprises a plurality of particles added to a fluid, each particle encapsulating therein at least one tracer material having an identifiable DNA, the at least one tracer material being encapsulated by an encapsulation material, wherein the encapsulated DNA has known and unique characteristics to provide a unique identifier fir the particles, and wherein the encapsulated DNA has a first characteristic of the DNA signature which uniquely identifies a time parameter of the specific fluid into which the fluid identification system or a lipid containing the fluid identification system is added and a second characteristic of the DNA signature which uniquely identifies a usage location of the specific fluid into which the fluid identification system or a liquid containing the fluid identification system is added. Also shown is a method of using the fluid identification system in a hydrocarbon well, field or reservoir.
Patent GB-2514496-A (GB)
Title: Fire resistant structure
Inventor: MURRAY KEITH
IPC: E04B9/00
Filed: 2013-12-16
Abstract: The structure 10 comprises a number of frame units 12 attached together to form a substructure of the fire resistant structure and a number of fire resistant panels 16 arranged to clad the sub structure/ framework so as to provide a fire- facing face of the substructure. The panels substantially cover a front face of each frame unit. The structure may be clad on the front and a rear face of the units and define a hollow zone between the front and rear faces. Each frame unit includes a series of holes on the perimeter a front and or rear face and at least one hole receives a fastener. At least one of the fasteners extends through the panels to suspend the panel to the frame unit. A ferrule is positioned through the fire resistant panel at a position coincident with a respective fastener so as to reduce or prevent direct contact of the fastener with the panel.
Patent GB-2515420-A (GB)
Title: Measurement of downhole component stress and surface conditions
Inventor: KUMAR SUNIL
IPC: E21B47/01
Filed: 2013-02-20
Abstract: An apparatus for measuring strain on a downhole component includes: at least one strain sensitive device disposed proximate to a surface of a component of a drilling assembly or disposed within a material forming the component; and a processor in operable communication with the at least one strain sensitive device, the processor configured to detect changes in the at least one strain sensitive device and detect at least one of erosion, crack formation and crack propagation in the component surface. An apparatus for measuring strain on a downhole component includes: at least one strain gauge deposited on a surface of a drive shaft or disposed within a material forming the drive shaft; and a processor in operable communication with the at least one strain gauge, the processor configured to detect changes in the at least one strain gauge and detect conditions affecting operation of the drive shaft.
Patent GB-2536401-A (GB)
Title: Security locks
Inventor: NEIL ANTHONY BARRON
IPC: E05B67/02
Filed: 2014-10-28
Abstract: A lock comprises a female element 6, which may be of two halves 14, 16, housing a lock casing 22 and latch 28 which releasably retains an axial shoulder 34 of a male element 2. The lock casing and the female element have juxtaposed faces inclined to the line 20 of engagement of the male and female elements. Preferably at least one face on the lock casing extends from the casing outwardly from the line of engagement contiguous with an inwardly facing complementary face on the female element, e.g. the female element and lock casing form a dove-tail fit. In this way longitudinal forces generated by attempted separation of the engaged male and female elements are resolved by said faces into a lateral force on the female element. The lock may be a cable lock.
Patent GB-2518547-A (GB)
Title: Methods for treating lignocellulosic materials
Inventor: JANSEN ROBERT
IPC: C08H8/00
Filed: 2013-05-03
Abstract: A method for producing high purity lignin from a biomass, comprising (i) removing hemicellulose sugars from the biomass to leave a product that comprises lignin and cellulose and (ii) contacting the resulting product with a lignin extraction solution that comprises a limited-solubility solvent, an organic acid and water, said solvent and water forming an organic phase and an aqueous phase, and (iii) separating the lignin extract from the cellulosic remainder, wherein the lignin extract comprises lignin dissolved in the limited-solubility solvent.
Patent GB-2522786-A (GB)
Title: Linear actuator
Inventor: MORIN JESSE
IPC: F16K31/04
Filed: 2013-08-02
Abstract: A linear actuator (42) is provided. In one embodiment, the actuator (42) includes a motor (44), a gearbox (48), and a linear actuation device (50). The motor serves as a primary input to provide a rotational input to the gearbox, which generates a corresponding rotational output. The linear actuation device converts the rotational output of the gearbox into a linear motion for driving a load (52) in a linear direction. The actuator includes an override system (54) as a secondary input. The override system may be operated to drive the gearbox in the event that the motor becomes non-operational. Anti-back-driving devices (46, 56) may be provided to prevent back-driving of the motor and of the override system. In the context of a resource extraction system, the motor may be an electric motor powered by subsea electronic control system. Additional systems, devices, and methods are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2536444-A (GB)
Title: Pedal for velocipedes
Inventor: ALAN BOYD
IPC: B62M3/08
Filed: 2015-03-17
Abstract: A bicycle pedal having a body comprising a core 28, which includes a bore for receiving an axle, and an outer shell 30 with an internal cavity 32 for receiving the core 28. The cavity 32 has a mouth by which the shell 30 can slide onto or off the core 28. A plurality of fixings 70 releasably fix the shell 30 to the core 28 when the core 28 is inside the shell 30 and may extend fully through the same to form grip-pins (72, figure 1) on the pedal surface. The outer shell 30 is formed from a comparatively low density material such as a polymeric material or a composite material, while the core 28 is formed from a comparatively high-strength material such as a metal. The combination of a relatively strong core 28 and a relatively lightweight shell 30 provides a desirable strength / weight balance in comparison to conventional pedals. The shell can readily be changed for aesthetic or performance reasons, or in the event that a shell is damaged.
Patent GB-2535239-A (GB)
Title: System and apparatus
Inventor: Chris Lord
IPC: B65D83/42
Filed: 2015-03-26
Abstract: A system for transferring liquid between a dispenser and a reservoir, for use with a simulated smoking device. The system has a coupling device that is securable to the reservoir, and can be moved between a secured and open and unsecured and closed position. The coupling device restricts fluid flow when in a closed position, and allows fluid flow when in an open position. The device can have male 202 and female 204 components, and use a sprung valve having stopper 241 and plunger 234 to open/close the fluid pathway. The device might also open a gas pathway (such as between 165 and 209) or vent, either between the reservoir and dispenser or between the reservoir and atmosphere. The reservoir and/or dispenser inlets might have valves to close the liquid and gas pathways. Also claimed is an assembly configurable between dispensing and non-dispensing configurations, where in the dispensing configuration both liquid and gas pathways are formed, and the configuration alternates based on the application of force from a component on the reservoir.
Patent GB-2537889-A (GB)
Title: Thermocouple design for reactors in process plants
Inventor: JOACHIM CONRAD
IPC: G01K7/02
Filed: 2015-04-30
Abstract: An improved connection means between a thermocouple and a reactor used in process, manufacturing or chemical plant operations. The connection system allows for easy access to the thermocouple even during process operation. It comprises a quick opening closure 8 and leakage supervision system made up of o-ring gasket 2, dovetail groove 3, connection tightening and supervision system 5 and inspection hole 6. Also shown are flange and thermocouple connection 1, thermocouple connection piece 10 and thermocouple 11.
Patent GB-2539649-A (GB)
Title: Insulating elements and structures
Inventor: LESLIE JAMES SQUIRES
IPC: B32B27/32
Filed: 2015-06-18
Abstract: A flexible light transmissive multi-layer thermal insulation element 2 comprising first 4 and second 6 air-impermeable outer layers and an inner fibrous wadding layer 8. The outer layers 4,6may be substantially non-porous films or membranes which may be polymeric, preferably a fluoroethylene polymer such as ethylyene tetrafluoroethylene. The fibrous wadding 8 may also be polymeric and may be polyethylene terephthalate. The inner fibrous wadding 8 may have a light-transmittance of at least 15% and the overall insulating element 2 may have a light-transmittance of 14% or higher. The fibrous wadding 8 may be interleaved with further inner separating layers which may be polymeric. The element 2 may further comprise an optical brightening agent. Also included are structures comprising first and second elements 2 linked along the edges 14, the use of an insulation element or insulation structure for insulating thin-shell structure and a tensile structure comprising a tensile fabric supported by a rigid structural anchor and an insulation element 2 or insulation structure.
Patent GB-2540360-A (GB)
Title: Coated metal closures
Inventor: PAUL ROBERT DUNWOODY
IPC: B65D51/00
Filed: 2015-07-13
Abstract: A metal closure (1, fig. 1B) comprises a panel (10) and a depending side wall (14) terminating in a cut edge (15). The inner surface of the closure has a plurality of coating layers applied such that at least one of the coating layers extends to the cut edge, and the coating thickness at and in proximity to the cut edge is less than the thickness at one or more other regions of the inner surface. A method of manufacturing the metal closure comprises adding a plurality of layers 21-27 as described above to a metal sheet, cutting the sheet to provide a blank 1, and forming the blank into a closure. Forming includes drawing the blank to provide a panel and side wall such that the coating layers are present on the inner surface of the closure. Also claimed is a metal closure comprising a panel and a depending side wall terminating in a cut edge, the inner surface having layers applied such that one of the layers is applied to only one of the side wall and the panel.
Patent GB-2541715-A (GB)
Title: Dumbbell system
Inventor: SIMON PHELPS
IPC: A63B21/075
Filed: 2015-08-27
Abstract: The exercise weight system, particularly for use in the home, comprises first 10 and second 20 weights with handles 12,22, the first weight having a cavity 11 for receiving the second weight such that, when the second weight is received in the first weight, a composite weight is formed with the handle of the first weight overlying that of the second to form a common handle. The weights are preferably substantially the same length and open at both ends, with the second weight slidably received in the first. The weights are preferably square in a cross-section parallel to their longitudinal axis, and the handles may be formed by removing a part, preferably two parts, from each weight. A third weight 30 may be provided which can be similarly received in the cavity of the second weight. Also claimed is a weight for use with the exercise weight system.
Patent GB-2541901-A (GB)
Title: Portable shower
Inventor: BABACK ASADY
IPC: B65D83/00
Filed: 2015-09-02
Abstract: A water container for use as a portable shower, comprising an expandable body 1 with means to fill the body 1 with water, means to apply pressure to the body in order for water to be dispensed under pressure, and means to control the flow of the water. The walls of the expandable body 1 are preferably folded as a concertina to allow extension and compression of the body. The opposing ends of the body are connected to casings 2, which separate from each other when the body is filled with water via a funnel 3 with a cap 4. Elastic cords 6 are connected to the casings and pull the casings together and in doing so impart a contracting force on the expandable body 1, causing the water to be dispensed under pressure, via a tubing 9 that is connected to a showerhead 7 with a lever 8 to control the flow of water. The container may have a string 5 attached to the cap 4 to allow the container to be carried and to be hung up. The container may also be used to carry liquids other than water.
Patent GB-2532335-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to ploughing tines
Inventor: RICHARD LEONARD CRONK
IPC: F41H11/24
Filed: 2015-10-01
Abstract: A replaceable tine tip is provided and comprises a floor 334 and a pair of spaced sidewall sections 333a, 333b upstanding from the floor, and a wedge-shape section 360 including an inclined front face 362. A shoe-like structure is formed by the sidewalls, floor and front face which defines a recess for receiving a tine. The invention extends to a plough, particularly a mine plough having one or more tips as previously described. A method for modifying a plough tine comprising the steps of removing a terminal section of the tine to form a stump, fitting a replacement section to the stump and fitting a replaceable tine tip to the replacement section.
Patent GB-2545002-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method
Inventor: Ronald Paul Hilliard
IPC: E21B34/12
Filed: 2015-12-03
Abstract: A valve assembly 1 has a valve 14, for example a flapper valve, the assembly having a body having an axis and being in fluid communication with a wellbore conduit. The valve has a valve member 14 disposed in a valve housing in the body wherein the valve housing 11 is adapted to move axially within the body. A displacement mechanism is adapted to urge the valve housing 11 axially within the body. The valve member 14 is adapted to be actuated between an open and closed configuration by axial movement of the valve housing 11 within the body. The valve 14 is adapted to be opened by a pressure differential arising from flow of fluid in the throughbore in an uphole to downhole direction, acting across the valve 14. The actuator is in the form of a shuttle device 80 and includes a detent mechanism for engaging an actuator member to restrain and allow movement of the actuator and where the shuttle 80 further includes a return mechanism 81.
Patent GB-2546314-A (GB)
Title: Locking medical guide wire
Inventor: PALLE MUNK HANSEN
IPC: A61M25/09
Filed: 2016-01-15
Abstract: A guide wire 50 includes a plurality of interconnecting segments 60, 70, 80 which can rotate relative to one another, and a locking element. When the locking element 240 is unlocked the segments 60-80 are able to rotate relative to one another and the guide wire 50 is very flexible. The locking element 240 can be locked to cause the segments to engage and not rotate relative to one another, fixing the guide wire 50 in position. In this way the flexibility of the guide wire 50 is controllable and can be altered between extreme flexibility and stiffness. The guide wire can be fixed in a curved or bent configuration. The locking element may extend through a lumen of the segments 60-80 and may be engaged by pulling a handle (224, see figure 9), which compresses the elements together to increase the stiffness. The segments may interconnect along a common line parallel to the longitudinal axis of the guidewire, or along different lines (see figure 4).