baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2432086-A (GB)
Title: Noise measurement to detect a request for retransmission in a cellular communication system
Inventor: WHINNETT NICK W
IPC: H04B1/10
Filed: 2005-11-01
Abstract: A detection processor (203) detects retransmission feedback messages (ACK or NACK) in response to a detection threshold. A threshold processor (207) determines the detection threshold in response to a noise estimate generated by a noise processor (209). The noise processor comprises a sub-symbol generator (211) which divides a retransmission feedback symbol into a plurality of sub-symbols. Each of the sub-symbols is despread by a spreading code with a lower spreading factor than a spreading factor of the retransmission feedback symbol. A difference generator (213) then generates difference symbol values between sub-symbols and a noise estimator (215) generates the noise estimate in response to the difference symbol values, for example by determining the variance of the difference symbol values. An improved noise estimate may be determined resulting in improved detection performance and thus improved retransmission performance. Application to 3G cellular systems using CDMA and hybrid ARQ.
Patent GB-2423607-A (GB)
Title: Transferring executables consuming an undue amount of resources
Inventor: RHINE SCOTT A
IPC: G06F9/455
Filed: 2006-02-28
Abstract: A computer system comprises a plurality of processors, a first software code and a second software code. The first software code registers executables, creates partitions, and assigns executables to partitions, the first software code being able to assign non-registered executables to a first partition. The second software code, which could be run once per second, monitors a utilization rate, such as the processor utilization rate, associated with the first partition and examines the executables of the first partition when the utilization rate exceeds a first limit. When executables have accessed an amount of resources greater than a second limit, they are transferred to a second partition. A scheduling agent could be used along with a share parameter which allocates processor resources to executables. A message could be sent to an administrator upon transfer of the executable. The aim of the invention is to isolate and transfer overaggressive executables i.e. those which consume an undue amount of resources and thereby prevent degradation in system performance. This is similar in operation to a load balancing system in which jobs or tasks are transferred to other processors when a processor load is exceeded.
Patent GB-2421782-A (GB)
Title: Container For Holding A Cryogenic Fluid
Inventor: HARPER GREGORY CHARLES
IPC: F17C3/02
Filed: 2004-09-15
Abstract: A double-walled vacuum insulated container for holding a cryogenic fluid comprises a support system for the inner vessel that comprises at least one elongated metallic conduit that penetrates the walls of the outer vessel and the inner vessel. The conduit itself provides support in an axial direction parallel to a horizontal axis and at least two non-metallic members provide support in a radial direction from the horizontal axis. By requiring the conduit to support only axial loads, its wall thickness can be reduced, thereby reducing heat transfer through the conduit. The non-metallic members that provide support in the radial direction can be made from composite materials selected for structural strength as well as low thermal conductivity, resulting in a container with improved overall thermal insulation to reduce heat leak and allow longer holding times.
Patent GB-2437537-A (GB)
Title: Screw head with hexalobular recess and corresponding tool
Inventor: EDLAND JONE
IPC: F16B23/00
Filed: 2006-04-24
Abstract: A screw has a head which includes a hexalobular recess 2 with an upper peripheral wall 9 substantially parallel to the main axis of the screw, a sloping transition surface 15 extending inwardly from a lower edge of the upper peripheral wall and a tapered recess 11 extending downwardly from the sloping transition surface 15. A tool 6 for engaging the screw head has upper and lower engagement sections , the lower engagement surface being tapered to fit in the tapered recess 11, there being no engagement of the tool with the sloping transition surface 15 when the tool 6 engages the screw head.
Patent GB-2437706-A (GB)
Title: Rocking chair
Inventor: MACDIARMID ALEXANDER NEIL
IPC: A47C3/029
Filed: 2006-05-03
Abstract: A rocking chair has ground engaging rocking members that are provided with stops 5 positioned such that the chair may rock backwards beyond a point of balance, shown in Figure 3, but not to a completely tipped over position. The chair will remain in this tipped position until a user leans forward thereby returning the chair to an upright position. The chair is designed to scare users.
Patent GB-2424811-A (GB)
Title: Selectively Distributing Data to a Set of Network Devices
Inventor: PATEL DIPAN
IPC: H04N7/16
Filed: 2003-06-17
Abstract: A method of updating a device is described, the device having an update routine which checks for available updates over a network and selects available updates which are applicable to the device for download. Each update has an associated update condition selected from a plurality of pre-determined conditions. The conditions include at least (1) at least one power change condition and (2) a user-selection condition. The device is arranged to execute a user confirmation routine on selection of an available applicable update associated with a user-selection condition. The method of updating comprises executing a routine which performs a test to determine whether a selective update criterion is met in place of the user confirmation routine. The routine then automatically opts to install the available applicable update if the selective update criterion is met.
Patent GB-2430067-A (GB)
Title: Method of selecting a message for an associated location based upon probability of a user traveling to the location.
Inventor: HOPKINS MARK
IPC: G08G1/09
Filed: 2006-09-13
Abstract: Messages, eg traffic broadcast messages, for users are associated with a particular location. The selection method comprises the steps of recording historical travel patterns of the user and using this information to determine the probability of a user traveling to particular locations on a journey. Using the derived probability, the method can then select only those messages relevant to the users predicted journey. The messages may only be selected when the probability that a route will be taken is above a predetermined threshold. The probability for each link may be represented as a tree diagram (Fig 3) with a probability assigned to each branch. Preferably, the road network is split into nodes and links and the probability is calculated on the basis that a user will visit nodes and travel by specific links between nodes. Locations may be determined using GPS. The traffic messages may be broadcast over a traffic management channel and delivered by RDS, DAB, GPRS or GSM systems.
Patent GB-2442067-A (GB)
Title: Pseudoephedrine used in the treatment of migraine
Inventor: TAGELDIN MOHAMED ELHOSSEINI
IPC: A61K31/16
Filed: 2006-09-25
Abstract: Pseudoephedrine used in the treatment of acute migraine headache. Pseudoephedrine is administered in a single oral daily dose of 60mg.
Patent GB-2431712-A (GB)
Title: High pressure capillary micro-fluidic valve device and a method of fabricating same
Inventor: CROCKER ROBERT W
IPC: F15C5/00
Filed: 2005-04-19
Abstract: A freeze-thaw valve and a method of micro-machining the freeze-thaw valve is provided and includes a valve housing, wherein the valve housing defines a housing cavity and includes a housing inlet, a housing vent, a capillary tubing inlet and a capillary tubing outlet. A valve body is provided, at least a portion of which is lithographically constructed, wherein the valve body includes a refrigerant inlet, a refrigerant outlet and an expansion chamber. The expansion chamber is disposed to communicate the refrigerant inlet with the refrigerant outlet and includes a restriction region having a flow restriction. Additionally, the valve body is disposed within the housing cavity to form an insulating channel between the valve housing and the valve body.
Patent GB-2447018-A (GB)
Title: Artificial hip joint
Inventor: SCOTT SEAN MICHAEL
IPC: A61B17/86
Filed: 2006-12-01
Abstract: An artificial hip joint which addresses all prior disadvantages. Preferably the hip joint comprises a titanium plate with a roughened surface, screw thread and underlying acetabulum cap. The plate may be attached with a three-part fastener comprising a screw-threaded base, spiked inner part and conical locking nut with side apertures. The femoral portion may comprise a shaft mounted to a detachable head and neck. The shaft may comprise an outer thistle with holes and inner thistle with a spiky outer surface which fit together and encourage knitting and the circulation of nutrients. The spikes may have pronged tips. The prosthesis may have optimum dimensions and angles. The bone cement used for fixing the prosthesis may include boron.
Patent GB-2445543-A (GB)
Title: A Shredder Arrangement
Inventor: ARIES PAUL ARTHUR
IPC: B02C18/22
Filed: 2007-01-15
Abstract: A shredder arrangement (3, Fig 5) comprising a housing defining a feed slot (3a, fig 5) for receiving sheet material inserted by a user; a cutting mechanism for shredding the sheet material inserted through the feed slot, and a protective guard (7, Fig 3) for positioning across the feed slot to prevent relatively rigid sheet material from striking the user during shredding of such sheet material, the guard defining an aperture (9, Fig 5) allowing said sheet material to be inserted through the guard and into the feed slot; wherein the guard members 15 (8a, 8b, Fig 5) is moveable between a first configuration and a second configuration to symmetrically adjust the size of the aperture.
Patent GB-2434879-A (GB)
Title: Miniaturized light source and mirror arrangement for an optical device
Inventor: KOIZUMI NAOYUKI
IPC: G03B21/20
Filed: 2007-02-05
Abstract: The optical device 10 comprises a light source 13, a mirror element 12 which includes a mirror 36 for reflecting light emitted from the light source 13 in a predetermined direction, and a mirror element housing body 11 which accommodates the mirror element 12 and seals a space D where the mirror element 12 is accommodated. The light source 13 is provided inside the mirror element housing body 11. The device may further comprise a reflecting member 14 to reflect the light emitted by the light source toward the mirror, and an absorbent member 17 for absorbing water and/or gas in the housing body.
Patent GB-2438201-A (GB)
Title: Expandable gripper with roller and ramp
Inventor: MOCK PHILLIP W
IPC: E21B4/18
Filed: 2007-03-12
Abstract: A gripper for use in a downhole tool is provided. The gripper can include an actuator, a toe assembly 122, and an expandable assembly. The toe assembly may be a leaf-spring like elongate beam. The expandable assembly is a linkage including a plurality of pivoted links 118, 120. The linkage is coupled to the actuator such that the actuator expands the expandable assembly which in turn expands the toe assembly. In operation, during one stage of expansion radial forces are transmitted to the toe through both interaction of a roller 124 on the toe with a ramp 117 on the expandable assembly and pressure of the linkage assembly directly on an inner surface of the toe.
Patent GB-2447998-A (GB)
Title: A wedged shaped support for breast feeding mothers
Inventor: MARRIOTT SARAH LOUISE
IPC: A41C3/00
Filed: 2007-06-12
Abstract: A wedged shaped support that is placed under the breast of a breast feeding mother to lift and support the breast while breast feeding. Preferably the wedge shaped support is made in a natural skin colour from either foam or plastic. The breast feeding support may be made in different sizes, e.g. different wedge thicknesses to suit various breast sizes. The wedge may be slightly hollowed to provide additional comfort.
Patent GB-2450927-A (GB)
Title: Striker plate with angled catching surface
Inventor: LAW IAN DOUGLAS
IPC: E05B15/02
Filed: 2007-07-12
Abstract: A striker plate (10) has a first side for facing a frame (12) and a second side for facing away from the frame (12), i.e. towards an edge (20) of a door (22). The second side having a latch receiving aperture (28) therein, wherein the latch receiving aperture (28) defines a) a cut edge acting as a latch catching surface (32) that extends towards the first side of the striker plate (10) and b) a tongue (30) that defines a second surface spaced from the latch catching surface (32), but which faces generally towards the latch catching surface (32), wherein the second surface is angled relative to the second side of the striker plate (10) at an angle of between 30 and 60 degrees. This angle may be 45 degrees. The tongue provides an anti-rattle mechanism by being positioned within the aperture 28 such that the door's latch 26 will bear against it.
Patent GB-2441847-A (GB)
Title: Measurement of sensor signal to detect noise reduction indicating a drilling event such as shutdown of mud pumps
Inventor: FOLLINI JEAN-MARC
IPC: E21B47/00
Filed: 2007-07-24
Abstract: A method for determining a drilling event includes measuring a signal 200 from a sensor over a first selected time interval 201, measuring the signal from the sensor over a second time interval 202 and determining if a noise is reduced in the second signal. The presence of noise may be indicative of whether mud pumps in the borehole are switched on or off. The advantage of determining when mud pumps are switched off is that more accurate surveys or measurements may be made during this quiet period. Alternatively, a signal from a sensor may be transformed into power versus frequency data and a determination made whether the mud pump is operating based on a power signal at an operating frequency of a mud pump. The sensor may be a pressure sensor, a magnetometer or an accelerometer.
Patent GB-2458170-A (GB)
Title: An air detection circuit for detecting a volume of air in a steam sample from an autoclave
Inventor: SPENDLEY DAVID
IPC: A61L2/07
Filed: 2008-03-08
Abstract: An autoclave has an air detection circuit for use in detecting whether a predetermined volume of air is present in a sample of steam from the autoclave. The autoclave comprises a chamber and a vacuum pump and the air detection circuit is operatively connectable to the chamber. The air detection circuit comprises: an air detector 400 having a separator 410 for separating air from the sample of steam and sensors 417A, 417B for detecting whether the separated air has a predetermined volume. The separated air displaces water from the column 415. The sensors 417A, 417B detect the predetermined volume of air by detecting that the water level has fallen beyond a predetermined level. The water level may be sensed using both upper and lower level sensors 419 and 417A, 417B. The autoclave is arranged such that the air detection circuit is operatively connectable to the vacuum pump such that the vacuum pump (vac pump) can be used to empty the air detection circuit. The present invention further relates to a method of detecting whether a pre-determined volume of air is present in a sample of steam.
Patent GB-2460446-A (GB)
Title: Angularly adjustable mounting bracket
Inventor: EDWARDS BERRISFORD ALEXANDER
IPC: A47B96/07
Filed: 2008-05-29
Abstract: The bracket comprises two arms each having one end furnished with a circular pattern of teeth G. One arm has a threaded portion S extending from within the toothed area while the second arm has a hole H within its toothed portion to accommodate the threaded portion. A nut N is screwed to the threaded portion, when it is passed through the hole on the other portion, to lock the two arms in one of many angular configurations. The distal ends of the two arms are furnished with holes E for mounting to an object or a surface. The bracket enables the mounting of an object to a surface at a desired angle which is adjustable to many angles determined by the number of teeth on the arms.
Patent GB-2461101-A (GB)
Title: Power generation system
Inventor: ZAKRZEWSKI EDWARD
IPC: F01K9/00
Filed: 2008-06-20
Abstract: A gas pressure reduction (let down) station 92 comprises a heat exchanger for receiving a fluid that may be heated by solar power, the heat exchanger heating gas undergoing pressure reduction. A power generation system comprises at least one solar collector 107 arranged to deliver energy to a fluid so as to boil the fluid to form a vapour, at least one prime mover 108 arranged to receive the vapour and to be driven thereby so as to drive a load, and a condenser 110 for returning the vapour to a liquid phase, and a compressor or pump 104 for compressing and/or delivering the fluid back to the boiler, the power generation system further including the gas pressure reduction station 92 for reducing the pressure of natural gas, the condenser 110 being cooled by the gas at the gas pressure reduction station 92. The fluid may be water, and if it is sea water some of the condensed vapour may be desalinated water. The gas pressure reduction station 92 may comprise a Joule Thomsn valve and/or a turbine which drives an electric generator. Further heating devices may be provided at the gas pressure reduction station 92 and/or for boiling the fluid to form a vapour.
Patent GB-2461538-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable lifting frame
Inventor: ROMAN STEFAN
IPC: B66C1/10
Filed: 2008-07-02
Abstract: A lifting frame comprises load attachment means 13, 14, 15 such that each load lifting point 16, 17, 18 can be independently adjusted, and the vertical axis passing through the centre of the frame's apex can be displaced relative to the centre of gravity of the load, figure 2. Each load attachment means 13, 14, 15 are connected to each other and a top-lifting eyelet 4 by a series of struts 8, 9, 10 and diagonal ties 1, 2, 3, and comprise a lifting plate 13, 14, 15 and shackle pin block 16, 17, 18 that can be manually adjusted to minimise tilt during lifting an unbalanced load. The shackle pin block may be displaced horizontally within the lifting plate and its position controlled by steel restraining packs or shims (5, figure 3).
Patent GB-2461563-A (GB)
Title: Adhesive tape dispensing device mounted upon a roll
IPC: B65H37/02
Filed: 2008-07-04
Abstract: An adhesive tape dispensing device comprises a base defining an opening 8 and a cutter 4 adjacent to said opening, the base comprising a catch 1 on each side to allow attachment to an adhesive roll 3 by way of elastic thread 2. The base comprises protrusions 9 on opposing sides on the underside to prevent the adhesive tape dispenser from slipping off the roll to the left or right. The adhesive tape dispensing device may be provided with props 6 positioned at either end of the cutter allowing the adhesive roll to stand vertical and prevent the cutter from blunting. In use, the adhesive tape dispenser is particularly suited for dispensing adhesive tape for domestic use.
Patent GB-2462824-A (GB)
Title: Printed circuit board encapsulation
Inventor: FERDINANDI FRANK
IPC: C08K5/02
Filed: 2008-08-18
Abstract: A Printed Circuit Board (PCB) is encapsulated by a multi-layer coating comprising one or more polymers, wherein the polymers are selected from halo-hydrocarbon polymers (e.g. PTFE, PCTFE, EPCTFE and other fluoroplastics) and non-halohydrocarbon polymers (e.g. polyalkenes such as polythene or polypropylene, vinyl polymers, phenolic resins or polyanhydrides), and the thickness of the multi-layer coating is from 1 nm to 10 microns. Solder connections to the conductive tracks on the PCB may be formed without removing the polymer coating which is locally dispersed and/or absorbed and/or vaporized during soldering. The encapsulation is flame retardant and prevents absorption of moisture, solvents and oxygen. Selected areas of the PCB may be coated separately to form a complex 3D encapsulation coating configuration. The wetting characteristic of the coating may be selectively modified using e.g. localized plasma treatment or liquid based chemical etching. The multi-layer coating may also be a graded layer.
Patent GB-2450641-A (GB)
Title: Method for spatial filtering of electromagnetic survey data
Inventor: WILLEN DENNIS E
IPC: G01V3/12
Filed: 2006-11-15
Abstract: The method for suppressing noise in the controlled seismic source electromagnetic survey data based on the frequency content of the noise (51) contained in the data. The invention recognizes that some data variations across bins cannot be attributed to resistivity variations within the earth. This variation across the bins constitutes a model of noise in such surveys, and the invention mitigates noise that obeys this model.
Patent GB-2448849-A (GB)
Title: Masking solutions comprising siloxane-based surfactants for using in painting operations
Inventor: WOODHALL EDWARD W
IPC: B05D1/32
Filed: 2008-09-01
Abstract: This invention provides a masking material that can be used to protect an underling surface (e.g. an automobile surface) during an overcoating (e.g. painting) operation. The masking material in one embodiment includes a thickener and a pH control agent and water. The masking material can be applied to a surface that is to be protected from paint overspray or other coating processes, allowed to dry, and the surface then coated (e.g. with paint). After drying of the paint, or other coating, the masking material can removed by water washing.
Patent GB-2464090-A (GB)
Title: Door seal
Inventor: STALKER IAN GEOFFREY
IPC: E06B7/23
Filed: 2008-09-16
Abstract: An elongate seal and carrier assembly for mounting on a door or frame comprises sealing element and a carrier. The carrier has a front side and a rear side 9 and the rear side is attachable to a door or door frame. The sealing element comprises a mounting part 2, sealing part (3 Fig 1) and a spine 8 joining the sealing part to the mounting part 2. The mounting part 2 of the sealing element is shaped to co-operate with a recess 5 on the rear side of the carrier. The seal and carrier assembly is configured such that when the sealing element is mounted in the carrier the rear face of the spine extends beyond the rear side of the carrier. A cover 6 may be provided on the carrier.
Patent GB-2465395-A (GB)
Title: Tap enclosure
Inventor: FROST LEE
IPC: F16K35/06
Filed: 2008-11-17
Abstract: A housing for preventing the operation of a tap by unauthorised individuals comprises a hinged enclosure 10 that surrounds only the tap handle. The enclosure comprises two hinged casings that are locked together with a padlock 28. A kit includes the housing and a padlock.
Patent GB-2454371-A (GB)
Title: Fishing casting weight with the specific gravity of water
Inventor: SMITH BRIAN GEORGE
IPC: A01K91/02
Filed: 2007-05-17
Abstract: A fishing rig (10) having terminal tackle including at least one hook (12) and a casting weight (14) having a specific gravity substantially the same as or slightly greater than that of the water into which the terminal tackle is cast in use. The casting weight has a body (15) and eye (16) through which the fishing line (11) of the rig (10) passes, the eye (16) being connected to the body (15) through a swivel (17).
Patent GB-2456629-A (GB)
Title: A lifting device with a foldable handle
Inventor: ROWNTREE DANIEL
IPC: B66F19/00
Filed: 2009-01-16
Abstract: A lifting device primarily for use on manhole covers comprising a handle 1 shaped to provide contact with an object to be lifted and an extension 4 which is rotatable and has a key at one end for insertion into a recess or aperture in an object to be lifted. The handle is made of two parts pivotally connected and there may be a stop 20 between them. There may also be a grip member for carrying the device when collapsed. This may be pivotally connected to the handle and take the form of a U-shape. The extension may be rotabably mounted in a recess in the handle. There may be a plurality of different keys which may be formed on respective spokes 9. There may also be a shoulder and locking sleeve to lock the keys in position.