baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2579763-A (GB)
Title: Video coding and decoding
Inventor: GUILLAUME LAROCHE
IPC: H04N19/91
Filed: 2018-09-24
Abstract: Encoding or decoding video data in which a list of motion vector predictor candidates is generated, including an advanced temporal motion vector predictor or alternative temporal motion vector predictor (ATMVP) candidate, and a selected one of the candidates in the list is represented in the bitstream by a CABAC (context adaptive binary arithmetic coding) encoding of a motion vector predictor index where at least one bit is bypass CABAC encoded. Preferably all bits or bins except for the first bit of the motion vector predictor index is bypass coded. In embodiments the motion vector predictor index is a merge index, indicating a merge vector from a list of candidate merge motion vectors. ATMVP is a method of selecting a candidate motion vector predictor based on the motion of subblocks of a collocated block. Other claims relate to the setting of a context variable to CABAC encode a motion vector predictor index for a motion vector candidate list, where the context variable for at least one bit of the index depends on an affine motion vector predictor if present in the candidate list. The context variable may depend on the position of the affine motion vector predictor in the list.
Patent GB-2578098-A (GB)
Title: Executing branch instructions following a speculation barrier instruction
Inventor: REMI MARIUS TEYSSIER
IPC: G06F21/75
Filed: 2018-10-15
Abstract: Provided is processing circuitry 2 with execution circuitry 18, commit circuitry 100, issue circuitry 16 with an issue queue and selection circuitry, and a branch predictor 4. The processing circuitry identifies speculation barrier instructions in the commit queue. While an entry in the commit queue identifies a speculation barrier instruction, when a branch instruction that follows the speculation barrier instruction in the program order is selected for issue, the processing circuitry performs a first execution of the instruction, inhibiting updating of branch prediction data items associated with the branch instruction and inhibiting the selection circuitry from invalidating the associated issue queue entry. When the speculation barrier instruction completes, the processing circuitry performs a second execution of the instruction, updating the branch prediction data items associated with the branch instruction and allowing the issue circuitry to invalidate the associated issue queue entry.
Patent GB-2580047-A (GB)
Title: Cryostat for superconductive magnet
Inventor: ADRIAN MARK THOMAS
IPC: G01R33/385
Filed: 2018-12-20
Abstract: A split cylindrical superconducting magnet system comprising two half magnets, each half magnet comprising superconducting magnet coils 12 retained in an outer vacuum chamber (OVC) 18; having a thermal radiation shield 16 located between the magnet coils 12 and the outer vacuum chamber 18, wherein the thermal radiation shield (or cryoshield) 16 is shaped such that the axial spacing between thermal radiation shields of respective half magnets is greater at their internal diameter 16a than at their outer diameter 16d. The cryoshield may be chamfered, tapering from a minimum inner diameter (16c Fig. 4) to a maximum inner diameter (16e Fig. 4), or have a concave dished shape (Fig. 5). The thermal shielding may change in diameter while the OVC diameter remains constant. A mechanical support structure (Figs 6, 7, 8) is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2566854-A (GB)
Title: Level-adjustable merchandise display unit
Inventor: ANDREA MAGRINI
IPC: A47F5/10
Filed: 2018-12-20
Abstract: The merchandise display unit leveller comprises a ground-engaging foot 4 and threaded shank 2. The shank 2 is insertable into a socket of a merchandise display unit. A marker 3 on the shank 2 warns a user when the shank 2 is close to disengaging with the socket, which prevents accidental removal of the leveller from the socket. Also provided is a merchandise display unit having multiple levellers, an upright supporting a shelf, and sockets provided in load paths of the upright. The marker 3 may be closer to a higher end of the shank 2 in use. There may be multiple markers 3 acting as indicia. The unit may include an intermediate insert incorporating the socket, which is inserted into a lower end of the upright. The unit may include a base extending from the upright and the insert may engage the base to resist rotation between the base and upright. The insert may have wings with apertures to engage protrusions on the base.
Patent GB-2582315-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for generating an image
Inventor: ANDREW DAMIAN HOSFIELD
IPC: H04N13/388
Filed: 2019-03-19
Abstract: A method of generating an image of a subject from the viewpoint of a virtual camera comprises obtaining S201 a plurality of source images of a subject and pose data for the source camera(s) which captured each source image. Virtual camera pose data is obtained S202, indicating a pose of a virtual camera relative to the subject. At least a subset of the source images are distorted S203 based on the difference between the pose of the source camera(s) and the pose of the virtual camera to produce distortion images. A weighting is determined S204 for each distorted image based on a similarity between the poses of the corresponding source camera and the virtual camera. The distorted images are then blended S205 together in accordance with the weightings to form an image of the subject from the viewpoint of the virtual camera. The distortion may comprise the reprojection of a polygonal mesh and the generation of a corresponding parallax mapped texture map to be applied to the mesh, and rendering a 2D image of the resulting mesh and texture map. A system for performing this method is also presented.
Patent GB-2571841-A (GB)
Title: Automated mutual improvement of oilfield models
Inventor: FEIFEI ZHANG
IPC: E21B41/00
Filed: 2017-04-27
Abstract: Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are described for the mutual improvement of physics-based and data-driven models related to an oilfield. These may involve generating, via a processor, with an oilfield related condition as a first input, a first output based on one of a physics-based model or a data-based model; generating, using the first input or a second input, a second output based on the other of the physics-based model or the data-based model not used to generate the first output; and modifying, automatically, at least one of the physics-based model, data-driven model, the first input or the second input, based on the first output or second output.
Patent GB-2583952-A (GB)
Title: Filtering system, installation and method for treating water
Inventor: HLODVER POR OLAFSSON
IPC: E04H4/12
Filed: 2019-05-15
Abstract: A filtering system 2 for treating water in a water container 16 e.g. a hot tub, spa or pool comprises a pump 4, one or more optional filters for particle removal 6, 10, e.g. sand or mesh filter, removing particles over 5 microns, one or more filters containing carbon 8, preferably activated carbon, one or more disinfecting filters 12, which may contain a surface having electron discharge areas, e.g. using a laminated semiconductor structure with an active surface layer supported by an electron acceptor layer, and a system of pipes 14 interconnecting the pump and filters. At least one pressure sensor (36, fig 2) may communicate with a controller (38, fig 2) and an isolating valve (26, fig 2) may be included. A by-pass pipe system 24 by-passing the filtering system may be included with a pump 22. A pre-filter 20 may be included. Means for heating/cooling the water may be included. The invention is designed to avoid using chemical disinfection and ultra-violet radiation which could cause bacterial mutation.
Patent GB-2592551-A (GB)
Title: Measurement of rough gemstones
Inventor: ANDREW JOHN PORTSMOUTH
IPC: G01N33/38
Filed: 2019-06-21
Abstract: A measurement system 100 is used to make optical and weight measurements of a rough gem stone. A feed system such as a vibrating bowl 110 delivers the stone to an optical measurement location where a 3D model of the stone is generated by imaging assembly 170 and is then conveyed to a second measurement location where it is weighed. The stone may be positioned in the imaging assembly 170 by retractable stabilising elements 150, 155 and then held in place by a vacuum 176 and rotated for multiple images. The weighing assembly may include a weigh cell 140 and a weigh pan 190 enclosable by a flap. There may be a double feed detection assembly 120, 125 to ensure only a single stone is passing through the system at a time, and an upper hold gate 130 to eject stones from the feed when more than one stone is present.
Patent GB-2585923-A (GB)
Title: Imaging device housing
Inventor: CHRISTOPHER MAUGHAN
IPC: A61L2/28
Filed: 2019-07-24
Abstract: An imaging device housing 200 for protecting an imaging device 204 within an extreme temperature environment. The housing 200 comprises a vacuum chamber 205 comprising an imaging window 203 through which an imaging device 204 located in the vacuum chamber 205 can image an environment outside of the housing 200. Preferably the imaging device 204 is a camera and the extreme temperature environment is an autoclave chamber during an autoclave cycle. The housing 200 may further comprise a support structure 209a 209b configured to hold the imaging device 204 such that it is spaced apart from the internal walls of the vacuum chamber 205, wherein the support structure comprises a thermally insulating material such as plastic. In another embodiment, the housing 200 comprises a non-return valve (104, fig. 1A) through which a vacuum can be applied to the vacuum chamber 205. There may also be a light source 208 located within the vacuum chamber 205.
Patent GB-2588882-A (GB)
Title: Drive system for an electric bicycle
Inventor: Dan Gill
IPC: B62M6/55
Filed: 2019-09-06
Abstract: An electric bike drive system comprising: an electric motor having a stator and a rotor which is configured to be secured relative to a bicycle frame, an elongate tubular sleeve having first and second opposing end portions; a torque transfer system having an input side fixed relative to the motor rotor, an output side fixed relative to the sleeve, and a coupling between the input side and output side for transferring torque from the motor rotor through the coupling to the sleeve; in which each end portion of the sleeve is provided with at least one internal groove or recess for receiving adhesive that in use secures the sleeve to a spindle that in turn is connectable to a crankset.
Patent GB-2588609-A (GB)
Title: Fabricating a loom of light emitting devices
Inventor: NEIL JOHN CARTER
IPC: D03D1/00
Filed: 2019-10-28
Abstract: Method of fabricating loom of light emitting devices for inclusion within an item of clothing, comprising an array of light emitting devices located on a surface of a circuit board with a first dimension of the array being strip positions and second dimension being individual device positions within each strip, connecting wires of a loom to first and second contacts of each strip to produce continuous electrical loom, with silicone rubber on first and second surfaces of the circuit board, and cutting between the strips to define loom connected devices. The silicone rubber may include strain relieving portions at the positions of the wires. Locating silicone rubber on the circuit board may be done in situ during an over-moulding process. The silicone rubber may be removed at the positions of the devices. The wires of the loom may be held together following a weaving process. Also claimed is an apparatus for use in fabrication of an item of clothing having light emitting devices connected to electrically conducting wires.
Patent GB-2578397-A (GB)
Title: A system and method for automatically generating geographic specific data
Inventor: Robert Coorey
IPC: H04W4/02
Filed: 2018-07-04
Abstract: A system (1) for automatically generating geographic specific data. System (1) includes a first database (5) for storing a first set of records, wherein each record includes location data, content data and timestamp data. A second database (15) stores a second set of data records, wherein each record includes location data, content data and timestamp data. A third database (25) stores a third set of records, wherein each record is indicative of a respective geographic location. A communications interface (31) receives unstructured data (32) from data sources (33) and structured data (34) from data sources (35). System (1) includes a computing platform (50) which is responsive to the unstructured data (32) for selectively updating the first set of records, responsive to the structured data (34) for selectively updating the second set of records, and responsive to the first and second set of records for generating geographic specific data in the form of a risk rating for each location.
Patent GB-2591778-A (GB)
Title: Photographic plate hologram in automotive vehicle with multiple light sources
Inventor: ROBERT SHEPHERD
IPC: G03H1/00
Filed: 2020-02-06
Abstract: A system for illuminating a hologram in an automotive vehicle, such as a car, the system having an interior trim 14 of the automotive vehicle fitted with a hologram plate 16 and one or more light sources 18 for illuminating the hologram plate. The interior trim may be a picnic table for rear passengers and is for displaying art or visual effects within the vehicle. Other potential locations for the hologram plate include detail on doors, seating, dashboard or clock; the headliner or roof of the vehicle; in a gallery space within the vehicle; on a partitioning which divides the front and rear occupant spaces; and the glove compartment. The light sources may be LEDs which may be configured to illuminate the hologram plate sequentially by each LED fading out as the adjacent LED fades in. The resulting effect on the hologram is a ripple effect. The holographic plate may have a shatterproof cover glass (16a, fig 5), an optical adhesive (16b, fig 5), a holographic emulsion (16c, fig 5) which may be silver bromide photosensitive emulsion, a subbing layer (16d, fig 5) a glass layer (16e, fig 5), and a single sided black laminate (16f, fig 5).
Patent GB-2592080-A (GB)
Title: Autonomous painting robot
Inventor: CARMELO SOSA GONZÁLEZ
IPC: B25J11/00
Filed: 2020-03-10
Abstract: An autonomous painting robot, comprising a mobile base (1) equipped with a paint tank and a pump or compressor, characterized in that the base (1) comprises a series of detectors configured to locate the base (1) and to detect obstacles, a substantially vertical lifting column (4), at the end of which a robot arm (5) is articulated and positioned at the top of the head (6) that carries a paint gun (7) connected to the pump, one or more cameras( 9), and a proximity sensor (10). The base may have omnidirectional wheels and the paint system may be of the airless type. The head of the robot may also carry a retractable spatula.
Patent GB-2583263-A (GB)
Title: Metered valve for dispensing product
Inventor: RAN PLASCHKES
IPC: B65D83/48
Filed: 2018-09-20
Abstract: The present device dispenses product from a pressurized container. The device has a metered valve that dispenses a predetermined fixed quantity of product upon actuation. The metered valve can be configured by the customer with a spacer to affect the amount of product continually metered.
Patent GB-2598410-A (GB)
Title: Conditional motion predictions
Inventor: Eric Wolff
IPC: B60W30/095
Filed: 2020-10-05
Abstract: Conditional motion module 1302 of host vehicle 1) generates a set of candidate trajectories for a manoeuvre, then 2) predicts response of nearby vehicles to the trajectories, and the probability of the response, and finally 3) the ideal trajectory is selected based on the predicted responses 1500 and the characteristics of the trajectories. The manoeuvre action may be: a merge, lane change, a turn, lane follow at a determined speed, or lane change with a time limit. The response of nearby vehicles may be predicted base on their current tracked trajectory history. The selection of trajectory may involve a score of: magnitude of acceleration, potential of collision, time to collision, distance to collision, or distance travelled.
Patent GB-2589502-A (GB)
Title: Cloud-native reservoir simulation
Inventor: QINGHUA WANG
IPC: G06Q10/06
Filed: 2019-08-16
Abstract: Systems and methods for cloud-based management of reservoir simulation projects are provided. A cloud-based application server may receive from a client device over the communication network information defining a reservoir simulation project for a wellsite in a hydrocarbon producing field. The reservoir simulation project may include at least one reservoir simulation job to be performed by the cloud-based application server. The information may include one or more parameters for the reservoir simulation job. The cloud-based application server may perform the reservoir simulation job according to the one or more parameters. The cloud-based application server may provide results of the simulation job to the client device over the communication network for display within a graphical user interface (GUI) provided at the client device for a cloud-based reservoir simulation application executable by the application server.
Patent GB-2605575-A (GB)
Title: Content Delivery
Inventor: MICHAEL NILSSON
IPC: H04L67/02
Filed: 2021-03-30
Abstract: A method of managing delivery of content segments to a client device 114 by a network element (e.g. a proxy) 112. The proxy receives content requests from the client device, obtains the requested content and transmits the obtained content to the client device over unicast. At some stage, the proxy determines that a multicast channel should be joined to receive the required content more efficiently. However, the multicast channel is likely to be ahead of the available unicast data. Therefore, the multicast join command is delayed until the proxy has taken steps to obtain subsequent content from a unicast content source 108, 110 faster than the content is being requested by the client device, so that the obtained content has caught up with the content available on the multicast channel. The proxy stores this content and uses it to respond to requests from the client device. Missing content segments may be requested from the unicast content source and said unicast content source may be a retransmission server 108.
Patent GB-2609188-A (GB)
Title: Fence apparatus and method
Inventor: ALASTAIR HENMAN
IPC: E04H17/22
Filed: 2021-06-03
Abstract: A portable or temporary fence system with a tilt adjustment mechanism for use on uneven ground, having a fence element, e.g. post 2, and support 4, the support connected to the fence element by a pivotable means 6 allowing pivoting of the fence element, an alignment bar 8 extending between and connecting the fence element and the support at a location spaced from the pivotable means, wherein a support connection means 14 is located on the alignment bar securing it to the support, an element connection means 16 is located on the alignment bar securing it to the fence element, wherein the relative spacing of the two connection means is adjustable when the alignment bar is disconnected form the fence element/support to set the orientation or angle of the fence element relative to the support. The alignment bar may be a threaded rod and the support may be a wheelie bin filled with aggregate, sand, fluid etc. to act as ballast. There may be a second mechanism for adjusting angle in a second plane. A method of use is claimed also.
Patent GB-2607893-A (GB)
Title: Pipette tip for a liquid dispensing apparatus
Inventor: DAVID THIERRY GLEDHILL
IPC: G01N35/10
Filed: 2021-06-11
Abstract: A pipetting head for a liquid dispensing apparatus for use with an array of pipettes, each pipette having a pipette tip 1100 and a plunger 1200 disposed within the pipette tip. The pipetting head has a pipette tip connection mechanism 121 and a plunger connection mechanism 141. One or both of the pipette tip connection mechanism and the plunger connection mechanism is a clamping mechanism having a plurality of mounts, a plurality of clamping members each associated with one of the mounts, and a clamping drive mechanism operable to drive relative movement between the mounts and the clamping members to selectively engage the clamping mechanism. The mounts each have a radially extending feature configured to form one half of a snap-fit connection with the pipette tip or the plunger. The clamping region of each of the clamping members is axially adjacent to the radially extending feature of its associated mount when in a clamping position, and is axially offset from the radially extending feature of its associated mount when in the release position. The clamping member prevents the snap-fit connection with the pipette tip or the plunger from being released when in the clamping position.
Patent GB-2608454-A (GB)
Title: A tanning composition
Inventor: REBECCA MONE
IPC: A61Q19/04
Filed: 2021-07-02
Abstract: A cosmetic liner, such as a lip liner, containing a tanning composition comprising at least one tanning component capable of reacting with human skin to provide a more tanned appearance and a dermatologically acceptable carrier. The tanning component is preferably a polyhydroxy-ketone capable of undergoing a Maillard reaction with amino acids in skin keratin, particularly dihydroxyacetone (DHA) or erythrulose or a mixture thereof. The carrier may be aqueous, and may further comprise polyols selected from propylene glycol, butylene glycol and mixtures thereof. The composition may comprise a preservative selected from phenoxyethanol. The liner may further comprise one or more substances selected from parfum, tocopheryl acetate, coumarin, citric acid, aloe barbadensis powder, EDTA salts such as tetrasodium EDTA, and colourings. The cosmetic liner may comprise a reservoir for the tanning composition and wick which extends from the reservoir to a nib of the liner. A method of tanning the lips using the liner is also provided.
Patent GB-2594897-A (GB)
Title: Tubular gripping device
Inventor: NAPOLEON ARIZMENDI
IPC: F16D1/08
Filed: 2017-11-01
Abstract: A tubular gripping device comprising an outer body 54100, a self-locking mechanism 45200, and a retainer member. The outer body defines an inner tubular cavity having a first inner diameter, a second inner diameter, and a load shoulder which tapers from the first inner diameter down to second inner diameter. The self-locking is mechanism positioned substantially co-axially within the tubular cavity of the outer body and is held by the retainer member which radially restrains the self-locking mechanism in a spring expanded position and selectively releases the self-locking mechanism to grip an outer surface of a tubular member. The outer body has a profiled surface that reduces an outer diameter of the end 45142 of the outer body, which limits an expansion of the device when the self-locking mechanism causes the outer body to flare outwards. Also disclosed is an arrangement with a second load shoulder that acts as a stop at the second inner diameter.