baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2425026-A (GB)
Title: Cyclic Redundancy Check modification for length detection of message with convolutional protection
Inventor: SHIEH SHIN-LIN
IPC: H03M13/09
Filed: 2005-04-08
Abstract: In a method for a variable-length communications system including encoding a message and decoding a data bit stream, the message includes a plurality of message blocks. A message block of the message is encoded by generating a parity check bit stream, flipping the parity check bit stream, appending the flipped parity check bit stream and a number of 0's to the end of the message block, and convolutionally encoding the resultant bit stream. When a data bit stream is received, a guessed message block and a guessed flipped parity check bit stream are extracted based on a guessed message block length. A parity check bit stream is generated for the guessed message block and then flipped. If the flipped parity check bit stream is the same as the guessed flipped parity check bit stream, the message block has been identified. Otherwise, the guessed message block length is increased by 1 and the above step is repeated.
Patent GB-2418163-A (GB)
Title: Electrostatically aided cyclonic dust-collecting apparatus
Inventor: HAN JUNG-GYUN
IPC: B03C3/15
Filed: 2005-05-06
Abstract: A cyclonic dust-collecting apparatus comprises a first cyclone (8) for centrifuging dust from drawn-in air; at least one second cyclone (9) for separating dust from air which passes through the first cyclone; and an electrode unit (14) mounted on at least one of the first and the second cyclones. The electrode unit ideally comprises a first needle electrode (101, 103) which negatively charges the dust particles and a second electrode (122 or 124) which is coated onto the inside surface of the of the cyclone for attracting the dust particles. The cyclone apparatus ideally comprises a first cyclone (8) which is surrounded by a plurality of second cyclones arranged in parallel.
Patent GB-2415857-A (GB)
Title: Rapid end-to-end failover in a packet switched network
Inventor: CHANG RONG-FENG
IPC: H04L69/40
Filed: 2005-06-15
Abstract: A hardware-based failover scheme enabling rapid end-to-end recovery is provided. Hardware logic periodically generates, transmits, receives, and processes heartbeat packets, sent from one end of the communications network to another, and then returned back. If a communications network node or communications link failure is being experienced along the transport path, then the hardware logic rapidly swaps the affected traffic conveyed to a pre-established backup transport path, typically within microseconds. Advantages are derived from the rapid failover effected end-to-end which enables continued delivery of provisioned communications services improving the resiliency and/or availability of a communications network.
Patent GB-2427955-A (GB)
Title: An illuminated article
Inventor: POTTS MALCOLM FREDRICK THOMAS
IPC: B60Q1/26
Filed: 2005-07-01
Abstract: A prefabricated article 20 comprises at least one side emitting light fibre 22 attached to its outer surface. The at least one fibre is preferably in the form of a tail 22 that comprises a bundle of fibre optic strands contained within a polymer sheath. The side emitting light fibre may be of polymer construction or may contain cracked glass strands. Two or more fibre tails 22 may be attached to the article and they can either be interwoven with one another or they can be separate. The prefabricated article is preferably the hull of a boat or a panel of a motor vehicle such as a car, and is preferably formed from layers of fibres 24 impregnated with resin 26, such as fibreglass. A light emitting diode can be used as an alternative to the fibre optic.
Patent GB-2427868-A (GB)
Title: Cellulosic products having oleophobic and hydrophobic properties
Inventor: BAKER SAMUEL MICHAEL
IPC: C09K3/18
Filed: 2005-07-04
Abstract: A method of manufacturing a cellulosic sheet having at least one of hydrophobic and oleophobic properties comprises the steps of depositing a stock of cellulosic fibres onto at least one forming fabric at an impingement zone and forming a web therefrom in a formation process; combining a water-based composition comprising an adhesion promoter, an organic nanoparticulate polymer and a fluorocarbon with the web at a preselected combination stage prior to a heating stage at which the web is subjected to a temperature exceeding 60{C; and heat-curing the composition with the web during a drying process. A water-based composition for imparting at least one of hydrophobic and oleophobic properties to a cellulosic sheet during manufacture comprises an adhesion promoter, an organic nanoparticulate polymer and a fluorocarbon. A cellulosic sheet or layer thereof has at least one of hydrophobic and oleophobic properties. Improved resistance of cellulosic sheets to oil or water is obtained.
Patent GB-2416094-A (GB)
Title: Tracking a portable electronic device
Inventor: FREER CARL JOHAN
IPC: H04W4/02
Filed: 2005-07-08
Abstract: A portable electronic device has a tracking system generating position data for the device and a monitoring system comparing the position data with stored configuring data to determine whether an alarm condition exists. A wireless communications system transmits an alarm message to a control system or to a separate monitoring station such as a mobile telephone. The configuring data may be entered into the device using a user interface of the device by a guardian having security access. Advertising messages may be downloaded to the device and stored for subsequent display in accordance with a schedule. Use of the device is logged in terms of the number of advertising messages displayed and a remote control unit awards credits for rewarding the subscriber such as by free credits for prepaid mobile telephone communications. The device may be a hand held entertainments device for playing computer games or may comprise a mobile telephone.
Patent GB-2417385-A (GB)
Title: Active noise reduction system for headphones
Inventor: HUANG DAVID
IPC: H04R3/02
Filed: 2005-08-16
Abstract: An acoustic device, headphones in the embodiment, includes a resonance chamber to the rear of the headphone drive unit and an active noise reduction unit. The noise reduction unit serves to combat noise in the resonance chamber, and includes first and second electro-acoustic transducers, a controller, and a sound-absorbing member. The first electro-acoustic transducer, microphone 32, generates a first electrical signal that corresponds to the noise in the resonance chamber. The controller generates a second electrical signal. The second electro-acoustic transducer 34 generates a sound wave that corresponds to the second electrical signal and that counteracts a portion of the noise in the resonance chamber. The sound-absorbing member 33 includes a porous body that is mounted in that resonance chamber and that absorbs another portion of the noise in the resonance chamber.
Patent GB-2418368-A (GB)
Title: Modular fence system: jumps for horse-racing
Inventor: EARLS MICHAEL
IPC: A63K3/04
Filed: 2005-09-28
Abstract: A modular fence system, such as for horse-racing jumps, comprises a body 10 which is substantially wedge - shaped in profile, and has co-operating connecting means 48 disposed on either side of the body, e.g. in the form of a lug 48 and complementary recess. The body may have impact absorbent layers 40, 42, 44 on its upper surface as shown, and this may be reinforced by integral ribs; a removable sleeve 18 may bear a fence panel 12, enabling easy replacement, and lugs 52 may receive ground-engaging spikes. In a modification, the wedge shaped portion may be adapted to be put against an existing fence. The body may be of plastics.
Patent GB-2416328-A (GB)
Title: Circular saw with removable blade cover
Inventor: WILLER MARK
IPC: B27G19/04
Filed: 2003-09-30
Abstract: A circular saw comprises a housing 40, a saw blade 15 driven by a motor 30, a removable cover 95 and a semi-circular cover 200. The removable cover 95 covers the semi-circular cover 200 and both partially surround the saw blade 15. The removable cover 95 is locked to the housing 40 using a fastening 170 which does not require the use of tools and defines a cavity between two walls 110 and 115 into which waste is deflected via a slot 100 between the housing 40 and the semicircular cover 200 by means of a tab 105. A window 106 in the removable cover 95 facilitates monitoring the amount of waste present. The removable cover may be locked onto the housing using an over centre latch 170 on the housing 40 which is engageable with a recess 160 in the removable cover 95, a threaded fastener, a belt which fits into a ratchet mechanism or a belt with apertures to receive pins.
Patent GB-2430666-A (GB)
Title: Dispensing closure having flow modulator and syneresis capture
Inventor: SKILLIN CLIFFORD W
IPC: B65D47/06
Filed: 2005-12-02
Abstract: The dispensing closure for a container for dispensing a liquid contained therein, includes a closure body adapted to be mounted on the container. The closure body has an upper wall 232 and a skirt depending downwardly therefrom and a dispensing orifice 234 positioned thereon. A tubular flow modulating structure 250 depends downwardly from the upper wall of the closure body. The tubular flow modulating structure has an inner surface configured and arranged to control the flow of liquid through the dispensing orifice and prevent the formation of a meniscus, includes at least one dependent capillary slot 258. Optionally, the dispensing closure further includes a syneresis capture structure 402 depending downwardly from the upper wall to prevent syneresis fluid from flowing through the dispensing orifice during the dispensing of the liquid contained within the container. The closure may be provided with living hinges 218a and 218b and a continuous peripheral sealing bead 240.
Patent GB-2425366-A (GB)
Title: Controls for digital lighting
Inventor: HUNT MARK A
IPC: F21S8/00
Filed: 2006-01-19
Abstract: A digitally controlled lighting system where aspects have a central media server connected to remote media servers. The connection has separate networks for control versus media. Automatic synchronization of the contents of the media servers may be carried out.
Patent GB-2429860-A (GB)
Title: Phased array radar
Inventor: HULBERT ANTHONY PETER
IPC: G01S13/86
Filed: 2006-03-03
Abstract: A phased array radar is disclosed comprising a first array 2 of detectors 6 in a first direction, and a second array 1 of detectors 6 in a second, orthogonal direction. The first array 2 of detectors 6 both transmits 8 and receives 9, whilst the second array 1 of detectors 6 only receives 7. The first array 2 resolves in both range and either azimuth or elevation, whilst the second array 1 is a staring array that stares at targets at specified ranges determined by the first array 2, and the second array 1 resolves in the other of azimuth or elevation, accordingly.
Patent GB-2424884-A (GB)
Title: C-8 linked pyrrolo[2,1-c][1,4]benzodiazepine-acridone/acridine hybrids
Inventor: KAMAL AHMED
IPC: C07D487/04
Filed: 2003-12-31
Abstract: The present invention provides novel pyrrolo-[2,1-c][1,4]benzodiazepine of the formula given below wherein R is Hor OH and n is 2-3 (formula (I) and (II) useful as and-tumour agents and a process for the preparation thereof.
Patent GB-2441777-A (GB)
Title: Clothes drying cupboard comprising a dehumidification unit
Inventor: HEWSON STEFAN
IPC: D06F58/10
Filed: 2006-09-16
Abstract: A dehumidification unit 1 is incorporated into a cupboard, where the unit is powered by mains electricity 3 and water is extracted via a standard hose 2. The unit enables drip drying of clothes to be cried out in the same timescale as mechanical drying. Preferably, the cupboard comprises an upright full height cupboard with the dehumidification unit internally fitted, powered by a mains electrical power supply, and requiring only a waste pipe or gutter to dispel the collected water via a 15 mm hose from the rear of the unit. A timer system may be provided to shut off the drying process once it is completed. Preferably, the cupboard door has a sealing system 4 to increase the drying efficiency and prevent ambient odours from impregnating the clothing whilst drying. A specially designed racking system may also be provided to enhance the drying performance. Preferably, a refillable scent container is situated in the unit enabling the user to apply scent to their clothes. In use, garments are dried whilst hanging and therefore do not require as much ironing; the clothes are also protected from the more vigorous drying cycle found in a conventional dryer. The invention is designed to apply dehumidification techniques to drip-dry clothing in a quiet, efficient, cost effective, and environmentally friendly manner.
Patent GB-2427613-A (GB)
Title: Saccharide/cement coating compositions
Inventor: BARBER ROBERT FREDERICK
IPC: C04B24/10
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: A coating composition is disclosed in which the binder comprises a hydraulic cement and a saccharide such as sucrose. The hydraulic cement is, for example, a mixture of hydrated lime and ordinary Portland cement.
Patent GB-2443882-A (GB)
Title: Treeless riding saddle with bifurcated girth straps
Inventor: WILLIAMSON SUSAN JANE
IPC: B68C1/02
Filed: 2006-11-17
Abstract: A treeless saddle has a laminar flexible base member 100 having a pair of lobe like members 101, 102 which may form the panels of the saddle. A set of girth straps 104, 105, which may be leather or webbing may be attached to a lower side of said saddle. Said straps may be bifurcated at an inner end. Said straps may also pass one under another and may exit via slots 107 in the lobes of the saddles. A set of stirrup straps 301 may be attached to a central portion of said saddle and may also be bifurcated. Removable panels or pads 501 may be provided to spread the load of a rider.
Patent GB-2445406-A (GB)
Title: Lamp and lamp holder
Inventor: KEMP RICHARD
IPC: F21V15/00
Filed: 2006-12-20
Abstract: A lamp 1 for attachment to a lamp holder 16 of a first type, the lamp including an attachment arrangement operable to co-operate with the first type of lamp holder to attach the lamp to the lamp holder, and having a cut-out section 6 (a relief) suitable to receive a corresponding protrusion (projection) 18 on the first type of lamp holder, such that the lamp may be attached to the first type of lamp holder. To prevent a user inserting the wrong type of bulb into a lamp holder. Minimises risk of over-heating and fire by preventing lamps employing either aluminium or dichroic reflectors being interchanged.
Patent GB-2445726-A (GB)
Title: A knife storage and sharpening apparatus
Inventor: WELCH ALAN RUPERT
IPC: A47G21/14
Filed: 2007-01-20
Abstract: A knife storage and sharpening apparatus includes a block 12 having a plurality of elongate recesses 18, 20 each for receipt of a different knife and having a recess 22, 24 for receipt of a knife sharpening means in the form of a steel. The apparatus further includes another form of knife sharpening means 26 specifically adapted for receipt in the recess 22, 24 for the steel such that it can be used to sharpen a knife when in situ in that recess. The other sharpening means 26 may be of a 'pull-through' type incorporating rotatable wheels 30 or fixed blades (40, Figure 5), discs (50, Figure 6) or rods (60, Figure 7). The means 26 may include a post 28 which may be an interference fit in the recess 22, 24 and may be retained therein by a detent.
Patent GB-2438292-A (GB)
Title: Small antenna suitable for attachment to clothing
Inventor: KURAMOTO AKIO
IPC: H01Q9/38
Filed: 2007-05-09
Abstract: An antenna comprises a plate conductor 1 with a slit 2. The said plate conductor 1 is electrically connected to a spaced and parallel back plate conductor 4. A conductor line 6 is arranged to span the slit 2 and is connected to the plate conductor 1 on a conductive route from the slit 2 towards the electrical connection 3 extending between the plate conductor 1 and the back conductor 4. The plate conductor 1 may be rectangular with the slit 2 formed in an orthogonal manner to the long edge of the plate. The conductor line 6 may be a conductive member of a coaxial feed 5, a microstrip transmission line or a twisted pair. The other conductive feed-line member 7 may be connected to the plate conductor 1 on the side of the slit 2 which is opposite to that of the first mentioned conductor line 6 by a line or spot electrical connection. A microstrip transmission feed-line may be used which includes a microstrip line with an enlarged end, of various shapes. The U-shaped conductive member of the antenna may be formed by folding a metal plate or an integrated assembly of conductive plates and vias. The antenna may include insulating material such a circuit board. The insulating material may be a foldable cloth, sponge, film or flexible printed circuit board. The simple antenna construction may provide a small, thin and cheap foldable broadband antenna which may be fastened to clothing using a releasable fastening.
Patent GB-2439841-A (GB)
Title: Animal safety garment
Inventor: PARSONS JANETTE SHEILA
IPC: B68B5/00
Filed: 2007-07-05
Abstract: An animal safety garment comprising a web of strips arranged to fit over the hindquarters of a horse or pony. Means for attaching the web 1 to the horse are provided so that the garment remains in place on the horse. The strips define gaps bounded by the strips that expose areas of the hindquarters of the horse. The strips are made of highly visible material such as reflective, iridescent, retro reflective or luminescent material. The strips may also comprise lighting. The garment increases the horse's visibility without covering the hindquarters of the horse thus reducing how much the horse sweats. Means such as a crupper bar may also be provided to attach the device to a saddle.
Patent GB-2452475-A (GB)
Title: A Knitting Aid
Inventor: HILL DAVID
IPC: D04B3/00
Filed: 2007-07-05
Abstract: A hand-knitting aid unit includes a device 1 for attaching a needle to the unit. The attachment device is preferably spherical or oval and can slide onto the needle 2 to be movable up and down the needle but exhibit some frictional resistance to this movement. The unit preferably comprises a frame defined by a pair of symmetrical components spaced by spacers 5 and defining tracks 6. The needle attachment device may be inserted into one of the tracks so that its associated needle can be slid along the track. Additionally, the needle and associated attachment device can be rotated within limits defined by the needle coming into contact with the frame. Preferably the frame is symmetrical and defines two tracks for accommodating two needles. This allows for the unit to be turned over upon completion of a row so that the next row can be knitted with the needles in the correct and comfortable position for the user. In use the unit is rested on the lap of the user and the frame may be padded 8 on both sides to protect the arms, wrists and legs of the user.
Patent GB-2443497-A (GB)
Title: Detecting high conductivity or permittivity conditions in electrically insulating materials
Inventor: PHILLIPS ANDREW JOHN
IPC: G01R31/12
Filed: 2007-07-19
Abstract: Apparatus and method for detecting the presence of high conductivity or permittivity conditions in electrically insulating materials. A first electrode (12) and a second electrode (14) placed in spaced-apart relation on an insulator to be tested for a high conductivity or permittivity condition, and a high voltage source for energizing the first electrode and second electrode at different potentials. At least one gas gap is disposed between the first electrode and the second electrode and proximate a surface of the insulator. The gas gap comprises a pair of small electrodes separated by a gaseous medium (e.g. air or neon). A detector (18) determines the level of ionization of the at least one gas gap while the electrodes are energized. The level of ionisation of the gas gaps may be measured or observed to determine the presence of a high conductivity or permittivity condition. A gas gap detector (20) may measure the light intensity in the gas gap, and transmit it via glass fibre (22) to an RF transmitter in the detector module (18). The invention has particular application in ensuring worker safety while performing live work with polymer insulators; and is also suitable for other insulators, including fibreglass hot sticks, guy strain insulators, fibreglass cross-arms and composite poles.
Patent GB-2443124-A (GB)
Title: Lubrication vaporizer with electric or magnetic pulse generation
Inventor: SHUSTER MARK
IPC: E21B/
Filed: 2004-09-07
Abstract: A lubrication system for lubricating an interface between a first element and a second element has a vaporizer proximate to the interface for vaporizing a lubricant to inject the lubricant in the interlace and which comprises a reservoir for housing a lubricant and either an electric pulse generator or a magnetic pulse generator to create an impulse in the lubricant. The lubricant may be vaporised by means of capacitor bank 7750 discharging current to electrodes 7754a and 7754b in the lubricant or when a magnetic coil 7854 triggers a high-pressure impulse in the lubricant thereby vaporizing the lubricant and causing a pressure pulse to force lubricant out of the exit passageway.
Patent GB-2443992-A (GB)
Title: A method of increasing the pack-off force to a packer or bridge plug.
Inventor: ROBERTS WILLIAM M
IPC: E21B23/06
Filed: 2007-03-28
Abstract: A method of increasing the pack-off force to a packer or bridge plug 300 by applying a differential pressure to the tool is disclosed. A differential pressure moves mandrel 302 within the downhole tool 300. Pressure is applied from below the set downhole tool 300 and the mandrel 304 may move upward U while the upper cone 310 and upper slip assembly 306 remain stationary. As the mandrel 304 moves upward, the upper cone 310 and the upper lock ring 316 may slightly separate. To maintain energization of sealing element 322 and further energize the sealing element 322, the secondary lock 350 is configured to couple the upper lock ring 316, disposed in the gage ring 320, and the upper cone 310. The threaded portion 374 of the mandrel 304 ratchets upward through the upper lock ring threaded portion 372.
Patent GB-2449523-A (GB)
Title: Absorption refrigerator system comprising a condenser pipe surrounded by a tapered fluid filled enclosure
Inventor: TINDALE PATRICK
IPC: F25B17/00
Filed: 2008-03-28
Abstract: A diffusion-absorption refrigerator system comprises a condenser pipe 16 passing through and surrounded by a heatsink 11. The heatsink comprises a sealed enclosure, defining an internal cavity surrounding the condenser pipe, for containing a heat transfer liquid. A cross-section of the heatsink, transverse across the condenser pipe, tapers to a minimum thickness towards an upper end when the refrigerator system is oriented for use. The heatsink may be shaped in the form of a wing or teardrop shape having a uniform cross-section with a rounded lower end and a tapering upper end. Preferably, the shape of the heatsink encourages convective flow in the liquid (17, fig.2) surrounding the hot condenser pipe and provides the further thermal benefit from convective flow of air around the outside of the heatsink, thereby improving heat dissipation The heatsink may include a filling point 18 for introducing a heat transfer liquid, such as water or water-glycol mixture, into the cavity. Preferably, the heatsink is attached to the condenser pipe by way of welding 7, gluing or other mechanical fixings. The refrigeration system may be used to cool temperature-sensitive electrical and electronic equipment, such as standby and backup batteries, housed within a temperature controlled enclosure.