baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2380157-A (GB)
Title: Driving elements a set distance from an element edge detection point to an operation point or points, and different length elements driven same distance
Inventor: CHAPMAN CARL
IPC: B65H45/14
Filed: 2001-09-28
Abstract: A method of processing a plurality of elements with leading and trailing edges, and of variable length between the two, include driving the elements along a path past a datum point at which an edge of said element is detected, at which point the each element is driven a set distance to an operation point for further processing. Further disclosed is an apparatus for executing the above method. Further disclosed are three variations on the above method, all further specifying that the driving the elements between datum and operation points the same distance regardless of element length / driving element actuated the same amount. The first of the variants further specifying the detected edge as the trailing edge, a second operation point a second set distance after the datum point, and that is it the trailing edge which is driven the set distance. The second variant further specifies that the element is stopped at the datum and that there are two subsequent operation points two set distances from the datum point. The third variant specifies the element as an envelope, the edge detected as the flap crease edge of the envelope and features two or more operations points.
Patent GB-2370938-A (GB)
Title: Interrupt process for combined printer/copier
Inventor: ANDERSEN ERIC L
IPC: H04N1/00
Filed: 2001-11-06
Abstract: A combination printer/copier (10) which utilizes the page sensor (16) in the document feeder (12) and/or the lid (13) to trigger an interrupt sequence. The interrupt sequence queries the user for the interrupt copy job parameters. Once these parameters are entered, or the user accepts the default settings and initiates the interrupt copy job by depression of a single button (25), the interrupt sequence compares the interrupt copy parameters with the current job status and current job parameters to evaluate the current job for a possible stopping point. If possible, the current job is then stopped at this point and the current job status, as well as print parameters, are stored for retrieval after the interrupt job is completed. The interrupt job is then processed. Once the interrupt job is completed, the prior job status and print parameters are retrieved and the interrupted job is resumed.
Patent GB-2377607-A (GB)
Title: Analysing and displaying motion of hand held instrument
Inventor: BRUJIC DJORDJE
IPC: G06F3/033
Filed: 2002-05-07
Abstract: The motion of a hand held instrument such as stylus or pen (<B>10</B>), or laser pointer (<B>10a</B>), in relation to a screen (<B>25</B>) is monitored by a signal sent from the instrument to a computer (<B>22</B>). The signal may be received by IR camera (<B>21</B>). The motion of the instrument may be recorded and displayed upon visual display unit (<B>23</B>). The instrument may leave an image on the surface e.g. in ink, or the drawn image may be projected from projector (<B>20</B>) under control of the computer. The instrument may be pressure sensitive so that a motion signal is sent only when the instrument is in contact with the surface. Perspective adjustments may be performed to both motion analysis and image projection (see <B>figs. 7 and 8</B>).
Patent GB-2389399-A (GB)
Title: A transition fitting for an expandable pipe liner
Inventor: MUCKLE DEREK
IPC: F16L55/165
Filed: 2002-06-05
Abstract: A transition fitting for an expandable pipe liner which comprises an externally tapered insert adapted to be received inside the expandable pipe liner, an internally tapered collar adapted to cooperate with the tapered insert in order to grip the expandable pipe liner there between and an internally threaded compression cap adapted to cooperate with the internally tapered collar to apply a compressive load to the tapered insert and the collar. Also disclosed is an insertion tool for introducing an insert into an expandable pipe liner and a method of using the tool.
Patent GB-2382253-A (GB)
Title: Electronic program guide
Inventor: JEON WON-GEUN
IPC: H04N5/445
Filed: 2002-10-04
Abstract: A method for displaying an electronic program guide wherein the EPG is received during a preset time interval and stored in a memory in a digital television comprising the steps of displaying a main menu having subtitles for grouping of channels according to categories, on selection of a subtitle, displaying a vertical list of all channels in that category and, on selection of a channel, displaying, in a box shaped layout 32, the details of the programs with marks 33 to indicates that the user can manipulate the display using directional keys. Preferably the EPG includes a banner title 25 in which advertisements may be displayed.
Patent GB-2403650-A (GB)
Title: Three dimensional display card with storage ability and a reflective surface
Inventor: MACKENZIE NORMAN FRASER
IPC: G11B33/04
Filed: 2002-10-24
Abstract: A collapsible 'diorama' type display apparatus comprises an image bearing panel 8, a background panel 3, and a folded retaining sheet 10 having retaining means 14B,15(A-B) to hold the panels 3,8 in a deployed position. The retaining means are designed to allow the apparatus to be easily moved from a deployed position to a pre-deployed position [Figures 3,4]. Preferably the background panel is provided with a reflective finish, e.g. a foil or hologram, so that an image 22 located on the rear face of the image bearing panel 8 can be viewed. The apparatus may also be used to contain small articles, e.g. CDs 21, DVDs, soap or confectionery, in both the deployed and pre-deployed positions. The apparatus may be used for promotional activities.
Patent GB-2381827-A (GB)
Title: Belt reel assembly for fastening goods on a truck
Inventor: HU YU FANG
IPC: G05G5/12
Filed: 2002-11-06
Abstract: A belt reel assembly includes a main frame 1 and a lever 2 pivotally interconnected by an axle (3, Fig 1). The main frame 1 has a first stop plate 11 slidably mounted for engagement with a ratchet 32 mounted on the axle (3, Fig 1), and the lever 2 mounts a second stop plate 21 for diving the ratchet 32. A groove (15, Fig 2) in the main frame 1 has one side formed with a limiting side. The ratchet 32 drives the second stop plate 21 to abut the limiting side and then the ratchet 32 engages the first stop plate 11 of the main frame 1 and prevents release of a belt (4, Fig 2) to accomplish the function of releasing the strain of the belt (4, Fig 2) step by step.
Patent GB-2396429-A (GB)
Title: Measuring the elasticity of plastics material
Inventor: FLEMING DON JAMES
IPC: G01N11/08
Filed: 2002-11-14
Abstract: A method for measuring the elasticity of plastics in a co-extrusion system, including a flow path or channel, whilst in melted form, the method including supplying the system with two molten plastics streams (plastic 1 and plastic 2), taking pressure measurements (P1, P2, P3, P4) along the flow channel and using the measurements to determine the elasticity of the co-extruded material.
Patent GB-2395413-A (GB)
Title: Stabilised fluid composition comprising suspended particulates
Inventor: DAVIS CRAIG
IPC: A23L29/262
Filed: 2002-11-21
Abstract: A fluid composition comprises (a) a fluid medium, (b) a non-ionic cellulose ether, and (c) a hydrocolloid, wherein the hydrocolloid (c) is different to the non-ionic cellulose ether (b). The fluid composition preferably also comprises a particulate component suspended in the fluid, such as cocoa, fruit pulp, starch granules or mineral salts. The fluid medium (a) is preferably milk and/or fruit juice. The non-ionic cellulose ether component may be methyl cellulose, hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose, hydroxylpropylcellulose, ethylmethylcellulose or mixtures thereof. Examples of hydrocolloids used are alginate, carrageenan, guar gum, microcrystalline cellulose, carboxymethylcellulose, pectin, gelatin and starch. An especially preferred embodiment comprises methyl cellulose, carrageenan and cocoa powder. The particulates are held in suspension even when the fluid is subjected to heating, retorting and cooling without agitation.
Patent GB-2380477-A (GB)
Title: Suction feeder
Inventor: BECK MICHAEL
IPC: C03B7/18
Filed: 2001-07-04
Abstract: Suction feeders of this type are used in the processing of glass and have a heatable feed line (1) consisting of noble metal. Said feed line is embedded in a heat-insulated manner in a housing (4a) with a refractory material (3a). Said housing has a connecting flange (5) for connection to a molten glass supply device and an exit flange (6) for operational engagement with a suction ball (7) which removes the gob from the feed line (1). According to the invention, the material (3a, 4a) surrounding the feed line (1) is configured in such a way in terms of the construction and/or substance that a negative pressure can be produced on the outer periphery of the feed line (1), so that the mechanical compression of the feed line (1) is minimised and air bubbles are not drawn up.
Patent GB-2386123-A (GB)
Title: Methods for optimizing Fischer-Tropsch synthesis of hydrocarbons in the distillate fuel and/or lube base oil ranges
Inventor: KIRBY CHARLES L
IPC: B01J35/00
Filed: 2001-07-19
Abstract: A method for optimising the conversion of syngas to higher molecular weight hydrocarbons boiling in the distillate fuel and/or lube base oil range via Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, comprising: <SL> <LI>a) preparing a first library of cobalt/ruthenium Fisher-Tropsch catalysts, <LI>b) preparing a second library of olefin isomerization catalysts, and <LI>c) reacting syngas with a plurality of combinations of catalysts from the first and second libraries under appropriate reaction conditions to form a plurality of reaction products. </SL>
Patent GB-2384848-A (GB)
Title: A condenser for a refrigeration system
Inventor: GAWTHROP PETER REX
IPC: F25B39/04
Filed: 2003-01-10
Abstract: A condenser 16 includes a first manifold 32 defining a first volume of space and a second manifold 50 positioned away from the first manifold 32 and defining a second volume of space that has a magnitude that is the same as or greater than the magnitude of the first volume of space. A heat exchange core is positioned between the respective manifolds. A top manifold 32 may be divided via a partition 36 into a chamber 38 that is in fluid communication with an inlet 34, and a chamber 40 that is in fluid communication with an outlet 42. The condenser tubes interconnecting a bottom manifold 50 with the outlet chamber 40 act to supercool the condensed refrigerant liquid. The refrigeration system may form part of an air-conditioning system for a vehicle driven by an engine 26 having an electromagnetic clutch 30. The condenser may be of a cross-flow type (see fig.4, not shown). The condenser may include desiccant material in the bottom manifold 50. The bottom manifold may include a depression (51, fig.5) for holding liquid refrigerant.
Patent GB-2394683-A (GB)
Title: A method & apparatus for cmp comprising calculating thickness to be polished from the detected reflected light with reference to a table
Inventor: KIM KYOUNG-WOO
IPC: B24B37/013
Filed: 2003-03-19
Abstract: In a chemical-mechanical polishing apparatus and a method for controlling the same, a table of an initial thickness of a layer to be polished concerning a detected light quantity of an endpoint detecting member is prepared in accordance with a polishing process recipe of the layer to be polished. The polishing process recipe of the layer is inputted, and a light quantity reflected from the layer is detected using the endpoint detecting member by projecting a light onto a semiconductor wafer. A thickness of the layer is calculated before the start of the polishing process from a detection signal as the detected light quantity with reference to the table of the initial thickness of the layer concerning the detected light quantity. A polishing time is calculated from the calculated thickness before the polishing process to a desired thickness. An endpoint is reached by discounting the calculated polishing time while polishing the layer. Then, the polishing process is stopped when the endpoint time is reached. An accurate control of a polishing endpoint can be achieved by simply adding a program to a controller of a CMP apparatus, and conditions and efficiency of the operation can be improved.
Patent GB-2390131-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable steering column assembly for a vehicle
Inventor: WATSON DAVID ANDREW
IPC: B62D1/184
Filed: 2003-04-11
Abstract: An adjustable steering column assembly for a vehicle includes an adjustment apparatus to permit rake and/or reach adjustment of a steering wheel of the assembly and a clamping mechanism to clamp the adjustment apparatus in a desired rake and/or reach position. The adjustment apparatus includes at least one adjustment member (1, 2) to permit rake and/or reach adjustment and the clamping mechanism additionally including a locking device to lock the or each adjustment member (1,2) relatively to one another or to another component. The locking device provides a locking action the load of which increases in severity in the event of vehicle crash, in order to reinforce the action of the clamping mechanism and includes a rotatable body (5) and a set of rollers (8) that cause locking interference between the rotatable body (5) and the or each adjustment member (1,2) or another component when the clamping mechanism is in its clamped condition. In an embodiment featuring first and second adjustment members (1,2), a rotatable body (5) is provided with elongate apertures (5A,figure 4), with the rollers (8) locking on to the outer faces of the adjustment members (1,2).
Patent GB-2384612-A (GB)
Title: Computer display screen system and adjustable screen mount and swinging screens
Inventor: MOSCOVITCH JERRY
IPC: B60R11/02
Filed: 1999-12-21
Abstract: A computer display support structure comprising: a support member 184, a first support arm 188 extending from the support member and connectable to a first computer display, which displays a first computer image, for supporting the first computer display; a second support arm 186 extending from the support member opposite the first support arm and connectable to a second computer display, which displays a second computer image, for supporting the second computer display; at least one of the first and second support arms being extendable between a retracted configuration and an extended configuration, thereby varying the distance between the first and second computer displays. The support arm or arms may be hinged 196 to allow the screens to face opposite directions.
Patent GB-2389413-A (GB)
Title: Telescopic vent hood assembly for a kitchen island
Inventor: KHOSROPOUR MICHAEL M
IPC: F24C15/20
Filed: 2003-05-27
Abstract: A vent hood assembly 14 comprises a horizontally extendable vent hood 18 mounted on an extending vertical or angled column 16 over a cooking surface 12. The column may be positioned at any height between it's extremes, the vent hood 18 being positionable anywhere between extended and retracted positions. When retracted, the vent hood is preferably positioned behind a cooking surface. Scissor members (56, fig 9) may be provided in a frame for extending and retracting the hood 18. Actuators (44, fig 8), (30, fig 4) for moving the hood 18 horizontally and vertically may be provided. A first actuator 44 may be mounted in the column and linked to the vent hood 18 so as to translate vertical motion of the actuator 44 into horizontal motion of the hood 18. The angle between the cooking surface and column is preferably 15{ from the vertical. A duct 70 may extend through the column to the hood 18. The hood 18 may be at least partially recessed 20 into the cooking surface 12 when lowered. The cooking surface 12 is preferably mounted in a kitchen island 10.
Patent GB-2402829-A (GB)
Title: Surveillance image recording system
Inventor: ANDREWS CLIVE RICHARD
IPC: H04N5/781
Filed: 2003-06-10
Abstract: A surveillance image recording system comprises at least one camera 10 arranged to capture images of a scene. A comparator 13 allows captured frames to be compared with preceding frames in order to determine regions of variation. Selective removal of invariant image information enables only data representing changes to be stored, for example upon a disc 16, thereby occupying less memory whilst avoiding loss of surveillance detail. Encoded time data stored with the images enables scenes to be retrieved according to temporal indexing using a computer 23.
Patent GB-2395657-A (GB)
Title: A plastic twin-sheet hollow panel structure
Inventor: HAYES STEPHEN
IPC: A47B96/20
Filed: 2003-11-17
Abstract: A panel structure comprises a twin-sheet thermoformed hollow panel 1 and a support frame 2. The panel 1 is welded around its periphery and around any desired internal features, eg. handles 3 or can be brought together and heat welded to add rigidity and strength. Apertures 14 are cut in the panel 1, 10 to allow the insertion of a hollow support frame 2 which may be secured within the hollow panel 1 by injecting foam/adhesive through the frame 2. The injected foam or adhesive is forced out though holes 8 within the frame to diffuse inside the panel 1 to anchor the frame 2 rigidly to the panel 1 thereby providing a solid structure. The frame can also be fixed by rivets or screws. The panel structures can be used to provide support surfaces on beds, trolleys or couches, bed headboards/footboards and safety sides.
Patent GB-2409249-A (GB)
Title: Energy saving brake system
Inventor: EELES EAMONN
IPC: B60K6/10
Filed: 2003-12-17
Abstract: An energy saving (regenerative) brake system comprises a pair of drums (brake drum 1 and accelerator drum 9) which are engaged with each other. The brake drum 1 is also connected to a disc 6 and spring 8 within a chamber 7. When braking, the brake drum 1 engages a wheel 2 causing rotation of a rod which in turn rotates the disc 6, causing it to ride up grooves 7 and resulting in the spring being compressed, and thereby providing braking. When accelerating / starting up however, accelerator drum 9 can be engaged with the wheel 2 instead and the energy stored in the spring 8 released to accelerate the wheel 2. Instead or in addition to the energy being stored by a spring mechanism 8, gas could be compressed so as to store the energy.
Patent GB-2399166-A (GB)
Title: Optical distributed sensor with bragg grating sensing structure
Inventor: LOVSETH SIGURD WEIDEMANN
IPC: G01B11/16
Filed: 2002-05-22
Abstract: Optical device for distributed sensing of a measurand and/or changes thereof where the spectral transmission and reflection characteristics of the device depend upon the measurand. A passive sensing section have at least one Bragg grating sensing structure in a waveguide. The Bragg grating sensing structure comprises at least two superimposed or partly overlapping Bragg subgratings with at least two different Bragg wavelengths. At least two of the said Bragg subgratings comprise a phase-shift. The Bragg subgratings have their phase shifts spatially separated from each other along the waveguide sensing section. The sensing section can be made active by at least partly doping it with rare earth ions and forming a laser medium, or an active component. Examples of using the passive as well as the active sensing sections in optical distributed sensors are described.
Patent GB-2409464-A (GB)
Title: Process and apparatus for the preparation of a liquid biocidal medium
Inventor: DALY JAMES
IPC: A61L2/18
Filed: 2003-12-24
Abstract: A feed liquid is passed through an electrolyser that has at least two electrodes, one of which is an anode and one of which is a cathode, where the cathode and anode are located in separate chambers, and an electric current applied to said electrodes. The liquid medium is created at and collected from the anode chamber. Alternatively, at least part of the feed liquid is caused to flow from the anode chamber to the cathode chamber and the liquid medium can be collected from the cathode chamber (figure 2). A further liquid medium can be produced by mixing the products of the cathode and anode chambers. The liquid media can retain biocidal activity for up to two years.
Patent GB-2406157-A (GB)
Title: Computer pointing device roller with a concave surface
Inventor: CHENG KUO SHU
IPC: G06F3/033
Filed: 2004-03-04
Abstract: A computer mouse or pointing device has a roller 24 with a concave peripheral surface 28. The central of the concave surface 28 lies below the edges of the surface. The surface is arcuate, is 6-15mm wide (wider than a conventional scroll wheel), and is patterned (eg. striations, rhombus, triangle) to increase friction with a user's finger. Stress on a finger is reduced with this shape by improved posture.
Patent GB-2396841-A (GB)
Title: Mat, and method of manufacturing a mat
Inventor: DEMOTT ROY PHILLIP
IPC: B32B25/10
Filed: 2000-08-08
Abstract: A mat has fabric layer (4) and a rubber backing (6) bonded to the fabric layer. The fabric layer (4) includes a microknitted plush polyester fabric that is chemically treated to render it hydrophilic. The fabric layer (4) may also have a textured surface that includes raised and/or recessed surface formations (14). (Figure 3)
Patent GB-2413697-A (GB)
Title: Uncooled semiconductor laser
Inventor: PLISKA TOMAS
IPC: H01S5/10
Filed: 2004-04-27
Abstract: A high power semiconductor pump laser for an erbium doped fibre amplifier has a narrow bandwidth fibre Bragg grating (20-100pm), a very low front facet reflectivity <0.5% and a long external cavity ( 2m) supporting  100 modes. The laser has a stable power output without active temperature control.
Patent GB-2406164-A (GB)
Title: Improved cooling performance of an automotive heat exchanger
Inventor: YU WEN FEI
IPC: F28D1/04
Filed: 2004-07-30
Abstract: A combination heat exchanger comprises an oil cooler section 14 and a condenser section 12 of a vehicle air conditioning system respectively communicating oil and refrigerant via a plurality of tubes 40 and 30, which are connected to common manifolds 16 and 18 having baffles 19, 20 to keep the different fluids separate. Oil cooling tubes 40 define oil flow passages and the tubes 40 have a cross section characterised by a performance ratio between 3.9 and 8.5. The performance ratio is the ratio of the wetted perimeter of the oil flow passages divided by the cross sectional area of the metal of one tube. Tubes 40 may have internal fins and webs, which divide the oil flow passage into multiple paths and dimples on its outer surface (figs 2 and 3). The fins may be spaced apart by a gap and may be staggered. A turbulator insert (106, figs 4 and 5) comprising stamped metal that is bent to form a dual layer structure and having openings (108) promoting turbulent flow may be inserted in the tubes 40. Advantages include a reduction in the length or number of tubes required for a desired cooling performance.
Patent GB-2406702-A (GB)
Title: String retainer for musical instruments
Inventor: BUTLER KELLY M
IPC: G10D3/12
Filed: 2004-09-28
Abstract: A stringed instrument including a body having a front surface and a rear surface, a tuning mechanism, and a neck having one end joined to the body and an opposite end retaining the tuning mechanism. A retainer block is encompassed by the rear surface and a plurality of strings each has a first end secured to the tuning mechanism and a second end retained by the retainer block. The retainer block may be a unitary piece, and has channels running through it so that each string runs through a separate channel. The retainer block may be used for retaining the strings of guitars and similar instruments.