baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2390216-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for the electronic recording and processing of written answers for tests and examinations
Inventor: LEE ANTHONY CHRISTOPHER JOHN
IPC: G09B7/06
Filed: 2002-06-27
Abstract: An apparatus for reading and processing information comprises of a digital pen 7 for physically marking an answer script for an examination or test paper and for recording this information electronically and means for processing this information and giving an electronic indication of the answer applied to the script. The pen 7 may include a sensor for measuring the load at the tip and there may also be optical scanning <B>9</B> means to determine the position of the tip on the paper which may have pre-printed distinctive patterns thereon. There may also be data transfer means <B>11</B> to transmit the information from the pen <B>7</B> to a processing means such as a computer. This data transfer means may be wireless and encrypts the data prior to transfer. There is also a method disclosed for use of the apparatus and a calibration method as well as a method of comparing the data recorded with a set of correct answers in order to grade the script.
Patent GB-2391598-A (GB)
Title: Fitting for composite pipe
Inventor: FRIEND SALLY JANE
IPC: F16L39/00
Filed: 2002-08-05
Abstract: There is provided a fitting 1 for a composite pipe, the pipe comprising two or more plastics layers 6,7 and at least one reinforcing and/or barrier layer interposed therebetween 8. The fitting comprises a hollow tubular internal supporting insert member 3 and a hollow tubular external coupling member 2, the insert 3 and the coupling member 2 being dimensioned so as to define an annular space adapted to receive one or more pipe ends, the insert providing a supporting layer for the pipe during installation of the fitting and comprising, in use, a seal 19 and a diffusion barrier material for fluid flowing in the pipe. The external coupling member may be an electrofusion coupler.
Patent GB-2380997-A (GB)
Title: Intermediates for preparation of tricyclic alkyl esters
Inventor: LOHRAY BRAJ BHUSHAN
IPC: C07D279/22
Filed: 1998-01-23
Abstract: Novel   b  -aryl-  a  -oxysubstituted alkylcarboxylic acids of formula (I) and compositions containing them. The compounds have hypolipidemic, antihyperglycemic uses. The intermediates specified for preparing the above are: <EMI ID=1.2 HE=28 WI=59 LX=484 LY=1314 TI=CF> <PC>and <EMI ID=1.3 HE=27 WI=88 LX=403 LY=1605 TI=CF> <PC>wherein R<SP>5</SP> and R<SP>6</SP> are preferably H, R<SP>7</SP> and R<SP>8</SP> are preferably lower alkyls, Ar is preferably phenyl and L' is either a halogen or a sulfonate.
Patent GB-2383520-A (GB)
Title: Pant-like absorbent garments having curved leak guard flaps
Inventor: OLSON CHRISTOPHER PETER
IPC: A61F13/15
Filed: 2001-07-17
Abstract: A pant-like absorbent garment having curved leak guard flaps has a gasket-like fit. A chassis of the absorbent garment defines first and second leg openings with curved cut-outs in the chassis. First portions of two leak guard flaps are bonded in a stretched position to the first and second leg openings about a periphery of the curved cut-outs, thereby forming finished seams. Leg elastic members can be bonded to the second portions of the leak guard flaps, thereby creating an even greater gasket effect. The resulting absorbent garment has a comfortable, gasket-like fit and an aesthetically pleasing, finished look about the leg openings.
Patent GB-2401771-A (GB)
Title: A sole for a shoe, boot or trainer that has compartments containing air
Inventor: DOLBY PAUL WILLIAM
IPC: A43B13/38
Filed: 2003-05-22
Abstract: A sole for a shoe, boot or trainer, where the sole has compartments that contain air that improves the stability of the shoe. The sole comprises an insole 10b that has several partitions 7, an upper sole 10a and a lower sole 10c that may be welded together or integrally formed to provide air tight compartments. An orifice 18 at the rim of the heel 4 enables the insertion of a conventional filing needle to allow air to be extracted and air to be pumped inside the sole. Orifice's 12 connect the partitions and allow the air to flow between the compartments. Air is kept inside the sole by the static equal air pressure inside and outside of the insole 10b and by sealing the orifice 18. An additional airtight orifice 14 may pass through the upper sole 10a, inner sole 10b and lower sole 10c and hold a stud/spike insert (15, Fig 4) to allow a grip mechanism 16 such as a stud/spike to be attached.
Patent GB-2388116-A (GB)
Title: Disposable products having materials having shape-memory
Inventor: TOPOLKARAEV VASILY ARAMOVICH
IPC: A61F13/15
Filed: 2001-12-13
Abstract: The present invention relates to shape deformable materials, which are capable of (1) being deformed, (2) storing an amount of shape deformation, and (3) recovering at least a portion of the shape deformation when exposed to electromagnetic radiation (EMR) energy. The shape deformable materials can advantageously be in the form of films, fibers, filaments, strands, nonwovens, and pre-molded elements. The shape deformable materials of the present invention may be used to form products, which are both disposable and reusable. More specifically, the shape deformable materials of the present invention may be used to produce products such as disposable diapers, training pants, incontinence products, and feminine care products.
Patent GB-2407659-A (GB)
Title: Disaster recovery using multiple boot images held on a sequential storage device
Inventor: EVANS RHYS WYNN
IPC: G06F12/00
Filed: 2003-10-31
Abstract: Method, firmware, program, tape drive apparatus or storage device wherein boot images are stored on a sequential storage medium at first and second offsets (see figures 2, 3). The sequential storage device preferably emulates an optical storage medium, either permanently 404 or through a specified I/O port, and provides multiple boot images which comply with the 'El Torito' format for bootable compact discs. The location of the boot images is recorded using an index of identifiers and offset locations 406. A user selects 410 the required boot image at the time a bootstrap is loaded onto the computer. Further preferred features include the use of an eject button 400 to invoke an emulation mode 403, holding of offset data in a cartridge memory of a tape cassette and use of a wireless interface for a sequential storage device (e.g. a tape drive). The invention is stated to find particular application in disaster recovery (DR).
Patent GB-2395327-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for online procurement
Inventor: SOLOMON NEAL
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2000-11-01
Abstract: A method and system are described for automated electronic-commerce procurement of services, products or bundles. The method provides a demand-based, information-specific negotiation process. Customers can initiate bidding with selected sellers in the system in a multivariate format based on numerous factors. Detailed information on services and products is available for the customer in order to make informed petitions. The system consists of four main modules: registration, 1000 information, 2000 procurement, 3000 and transaction and post-sale processing 8000.
Patent GB-2415019-A (GB)
Title: A supporting arrangement for a roller bearing
Inventor: BREWSTER BARRIE DUDLEY
IPC: F16C35/077
Filed: 2004-06-07
Abstract: A bearing arrangement for supporting a shaft 22 during rotation comprises a stationary housing 25, a rolling bearing 21 and a bearing support mechanism 23. The bearing support mechanism 23 includes a plurality of axially aligned members 24 positioned about the rolling bearing 21, a first end of each member 24 being attached to an outer race of the rolling bearing 21 and a second end of each member 24 being attached to the housing 25. Preferably the axial support members 24 are flexible rods, the ends of which are attached to the outer race and housing 25 by first and second locator rings 26, 27 respectively. The bearing support mechanism 23 is preferably made from a thermally conductive material such as beryllium copper or phosphor bronze. The arrangement is for use in a rotating machine such as a vacuum pump.
Patent GB-2401632-A (GB)
Title: Plastically deforming and radially expanding a tubular member
Inventor: COOK ROBERT LANCE
IPC: E21B17/08
Filed: 2001-09-27
Abstract: A wellbore casing is formed by plastically deforming and radially expanding a tubular member 600 within a wellbore 10. A roller expansion device 615 is then positioned within the tubular member 600 so as to apply a radial force to plastically deform and radially expand a portion of the tubular member to thereby form a recess 620 in the tubular member.
Patent GB-2419180-A (GB)
Title: A combustion device including upstream secondary fuel delivery
Inventor: STEELE DAVID
IPC: F23R3/34
Filed: 2004-10-14
Abstract: A combustion device has a duct 2 in which a gas flow is established in operation, a primary fuel inlet 12, and a secondary fuel inlet 20, the fuel inlets delivering fuel to the duct. The secondary fuel inlet is provided upstream of the primary fuel inlet, with respect to the gas flow direction. A control device including a valve 18 controls the primary fuel delivery in response to pressure fluctuations within the duct. The valve diverts fuel from the primary fuel inlet to the secondary fuel inlet. The control device may include a pressure transducer 24 and a controller 22, and the control means may operate to reduce the flow of fuel to the primary fuel inlet under conditions of peak pressure in the duct. The secondary inlet may be positioned such that the delivered fuel reaches the duct during low pressure troughs in the duct fluctuating pressure. The combustion device may be a gas turbine afterburner, and the distance 'X' between the primary and secondary fuel inlets may be between 0.5 and 1m. The control device may reduce combustion-induced instabilities.
Patent GB-2409434-A (GB)
Title: An ink cartridge having leakage prevention means
Inventor: STUDHOLME JOHN WILLIAM
IPC: B41J2/175
Filed: 2004-12-03
Abstract: An ink cartridge (10) comprises an ink tank (12), the ink tank (12) comprising a first chamber (34), the cartridge (10) including an air vent (16) and an ink supply outlet (14) both opening into the first chamber (34) the cartridge (10) further including means (33) defining a volume in which air and ink can collect to form a buffer against expansion or contraction of ink and air in the first chamber (34) to prevent leakage from the cartridge (10). Means (33) may be a passage that connects the first chamber (34) with the second chamber (36, Fig 4).
Patent GB-2408376-A (GB)
Title: Letter flashing system for footwear and personal articles
Inventor: WONG WAIKAI
IPC: G09F21/02
Filed: 2004-07-16
Abstract: A flashing light system uses a controller or controlling integrated circuit to flash one or more series of lamps, such as LEDs. The lamps or LEDs are arranged to form a predetermined pattern, such as a letter or other alphanumeric character. Random patterns may also be generated and used. The LEDs may also be arranged to highlight or display an illustration, a logo or other character.
Patent GB-2423283-A (GB)
Title: Printing screens
Inventor: BRATCH AVTAR SINGH
IPC: B41F15/36
Filed: 2005-02-18
Abstract: A printing screen for use in screen printing at least one deposit of a printing medium onto a workpiece, the printing screen comprising: a first, facing sheet which includes at least one printing aperture through which a deposit of a printing medium is to be printed onto a workpiece, and at least one clearance aperture which is configured to receive a feature on the workpiece; and a second, backing sheet which is disposed to a rear surface of the facing sheet, the backing sheet including at least one reservoir aperture which is located in correspondence with the at least one printing aperture in the facing sheet for containing a volume of the printing medium to a rear of the at least one printing aperture in the facing sheet, and at least one blind recess which is located in correspondence with the at least one clearance aperture in the facing sheet such as to define a cavity for enclosing the feature on the workpiece.
Patent GB-2424570-A (GB)
Title: Wire framed skewer holder
Inventor: FINNIGAN RONALD
IPC: A47J37/07
Filed: 2005-03-30
Abstract: A skeletal wire framed skewer holder is mounted to the windshield of a barbeque by screw fastened hangers 2. When screws 1 are loosened, the holder is able to be moved vertically and horizontally with respect to the barbeque grill plate. The wire frame comprises a first forward wire length 6 and a second rear wire length 7. The wires are provided with opposing notches which act to hold the ends of a number of skewers [9, Figure 3]. The wires 6,7 are attached to plates 4,5 and suspended from the hangers by J-shaped rods 3. The holder holds a number of food skewers above the grill plate to prevent food sticking to the grill.
Patent GB-2421964-A (GB)
Title: Joist hanger for use with I - joists
Inventor: MCANDREW SCOTT
IPC: E04B1/26
Filed: 2005-04-01
Abstract: A hanger for mounting on an I-joist comprises mounting means 6 connectable to the I joist, and support means 8 projecting from the mounting means and defining a support 9 for an orthogonal beam, the mounting means comprising a projection 15 at substantially 90 degrees and adapted for insertion between the upper 3 and lower 4 flanges of the I joist. The mounting means may be face- fixing, top - fixing as shown, or may extend down the back of the I-joist. The projection 15 may have tapered upper and lower edges for ease of insertion, or may have an orthogonal foot which rests on the lower flange of the I-joist. Nail holes 10 may be used for fixing to the I-joist, and further holes 13 may be used to secure the orthogonal beam.
Patent GB-2413884-A (GB)
Title: Curve warning system
Inventor: IBRAHIM FAROOG ABDEL-KAREEM
IPC: G01C21/26
Filed: 2005-04-25
Abstract: A system and method for warning a driver approaching a curve at excess speed comprises a positioning system 24, a map matching module 16, a look ahead module 18 and a warning means 20. In use, the vehicles position is determined using a positioning system. preferably GPS and matched with map data, preferably from a map database 28. The look ahead module then looks ahead for a curve using the map data and determines the most likely path for a vehicle through the curve. The warning module then assesses the threat the curve poses to the vehicle. The system may augment the positioning signals using vehicle behaviour parameters such as speed and yaw. The look ahead module calculates the curvature of the bend and a look ahead distance. These values are used by the warning means to identify a point of interest on the curve and calculate the threat level at that point (Fig 2). The location of the points of interest may be further influenced by the road conditions and the drivers reaction times.
Patent GB-2427478-A (GB)
Title: Particle Radiation Therapy Equipment
Inventor: BEASLEY PAUL
IPC: A61N5/10
Filed: 2005-06-22
Abstract: Particle radiation therapy equipment arranged to apply a charged particle beam to a patient, comprising a charged particle beam source arranged to direct a charged particle beam in a predetermined direction, further comprising magnetic field generation means for generating a magnetic field in the patient at the same time that the charged particle beam is applied. The magnetic field generation means is arranged to provide access to the patient for the charged particle beam, and to provide a homogeneous magnetic field. The magnetic field is directed in the same predetermined direction, as the charged particle beam. The equipment enables particle radiation therapy at the same time as MRI.
Patent GB-2422705-A (GB)
Title: An ATM with sensors to detect the addition of a fraud device
Inventor: ROSS GARY ALEXANDER
IPC: G07F19/00
Filed: 2005-07-29
Abstract: A self service terminal (SST, ATM) 10 includes at least one sensor for monitoring the environment of the SST. The sensors (30b, 30a fig 2, 3) may be positioned at the card reader 22b and the key pad 22a. The sensors may used to monitor the environment of the SST, eg temperature, humidity and the presence of metal objects. Data from the sensors is compared with stored data indicative of normal operating condition/ abnormal operating conditions so that of any fraud device (eg card skimmer) may be detected. When a fraud condition is detected a remote authority can be contacted and the SST disabled. A camera may also be used to take a picture of the SST for confirmation. The sensors may be eg inductive or capacitive proximity sensors.
Patent GB-2417832-A (GB)
Title: A vehicle battery disconnect switch
Inventor: MORLEY PHILIP JAMES
IPC: H01H9/20
Filed: 2005-09-01
Abstract: A vehicle battery disconnect switch comprising; a first conductor connected to a terminal of the vehicle battery; a second conductor connected to the electrical system of the vehicle; a switch means connecting the first and second conductors; a third connector for connection to the ignition circuit of the vehicle, actuator drive circuitry being arranged to sense and cause the switch to close when a vehicle ignition switch is closed.
Patent GB-2432962-A (GB)
Title: Shockproof image-storing device
Inventor: LIN JULIAN
IPC: G11B33/08
Filed: 2005-12-03
Abstract: A shockproof image-storing device has a mounting guide (30), a socket assembly (20) and a memory module (10). The mounting guide (30) is a hollow rectangular parallelepiped and has two sides and two mounting tabs (33). Each mounting tab (33) has a connecting rod (331). The socket assembly (20) has a front face, a rear face, a socket (21), two alignment prongs (22), two mounting collars (23), two resilient elements (24) and a backing panel (25). The socket (21) and the alignment prongs (22) are formed on the front face. The mounting collars (23) are mounted on the rear face correspond to the connecting rods (331). The resilient elements (24) are mounted around the mounting collars (23), and the backing panel (25) is connected to the connecting rods (25). The memory module (20) has a rear end, a connector (11) and two alignment holes (12). The connector (11) is mounted on the rear end and corresponds to the socket (21). The alignment holes (12) are formed in the rear end and correspond to the alignment prongs (22).
Patent GB-2429826-A (GB)
Title: Liquid crystal display with means to isolate test pads from gate and data signals
Inventor: JEOUNG HUN
IPC: G02F1/13
Filed: 2006-06-06
Abstract: Disclosed are a liquid crystal display panel and apparatus, which can prevent electrolytic corrosion or other corrosion of on-off pads in a test pad part. The liquid crystal display panel comprises: a pixel part having a plurality of pixels arranged in a matrix at intersections of a plurality of gate lines and a plurality of data lines; a gate pad part having a plurality of gate pads, each of the gate pads connected with the corresponding gate lines to deliver a gate signal; a data pad part having a plurality of data pads, each of the data pads connected with the corresponding data lines to deliver a data signal; a test pad part 310 having at least one or more on-off pads 311, 312, 313 delivering a test signal to the gate lines or the data lines; and a switching device 330 for cutting off the gate signal and/or the data signal so as not to be provided to the on-off pads upon driving the liquid crystal display panel.
Patent GB-2441333-A (GB)
Title: Handle for selecting between vehicle door opening modes
Inventor: TAYLOR JEREMY
IPC: E05D15/06
Filed: 2006-06-16
Abstract: A selector handle (figure 2,14) is provided for selecting between sliding and hinging modes of operation of a vehicle door 3 attached to a vehicle body 5. The handle comprises a control element operable to release the door for opening movement. The control element 23 is pivotable between a sliding position in which the control element is operable to open the door by sliding and a hinging position in which the control element is operable to open the door by hinging.
Patent GB-2428263-A (GB)
Title: Wellbore sealing system
Inventor: PATEL DINESH R
IPC: E21B33/12
Filed: 2005-03-10
Abstract: The invention is a sealing system, such as a packer, that is used in a wellbore to seal against an exterior surface, such as a casing or open wellbore. The sealing system includes a swellable material 24 that swells from an unexpanded state to an expanded state thereby creating a seal when the swellable material 24 comes into contact with a triggering fluid supplied via a control line 32. The control line 32 may be exterior to the swellable material 24 or embedded within it. The control line 32 may extend along the length of the swellable material 24 so as to evenly distribute the triggering fluid along the material.
Patent GB-2440385-A (GB)
Title: Controlling Advanced User Interfaces for Navigation
Inventor: HUNTER JEFFREY ROBERT
IPC: H04N5/445
Filed: 2006-07-12
Abstract: Animated graphical sequences representing transitions between menu screens are pre-rendered and stored as audio/video (AV) clips (<B>80</B>) that can then be played back, e.g. on an interactive television receiver when required to present to the user interface. Options in the user interface that require user selection are rendered as part of a graphics overlay (<B>82</B>) for the underlying video clips. A professional quality user interface (<B>84</B>) can therefore be presented on a device that has limited graphics processing abilities. The AV clip may be pre stored in the device, downloaded as one or more data files or acquired from a broadcast stream e.g. via input terminals (<B>24</B> in <B>fig. 1</B>).
Patent GB-2442459-A (GB)
Title: Payload module/passenger cabin for a hybrid air vehicle
Inventor: STEWART HUGH MICHAEL BONNIN
IPC: B64B1/02
Filed: 2006-10-06
Abstract: A payload module or passenger cabin 1 is mounted to the underside of the hull 5 of a hybrid air vehicle (an airship deriving lift from lighter-than-air gas as well as the aerodynamic shape of the airship's hull) and runs contiguous with all or part of the outer lower surfaces or lobes of the hull. It can be configured in one or more deck levels 2, under which and / or into which air cushion or wheeled landing systems 3 can be mounted. The module/cabin may incorporate roll-on/roll-off ramps and may be U-shaped or D-shaped.
Patent GB-2429005-A (GB)
Title: Hygiene cap for can
Inventor: KIM EUN-HO
IPC: B65D51/20
Filed: 2005-06-10
Abstract: The present invention relates to a hygiene cap detachably provided for a can having a lid formed with an outlet and an opener for opening the outlet, the hygiene cap comprising a cap body interposed between an outer surface of the lid and the opener and rotating about the lid; and a cleaner attached under the cap body and cleaning the outer surface of the lid as the cap body rotates. Thus, the present invention provides a hygiene cap for a can, which minimizes contaminants of the can while it is produced, distributed and taken in custody, and allows a user to easily clean an outlet of the can and then drink a beverage from the can.
Patent GB-2432957-A (GB)
Title: Motorized seat belt system
Inventor: STANLEY JAMES GREGORY
IPC: B60R22/195
Filed: 2005-09-01
Abstract: A motorized seatbelt system for a vehicle includes a communications bus (40), a first motorized seat belt retractor (10), operably connected to the communication bus, having a first controller (20) and a second motorized seat belt retractor, having a second controller (20), operably connected to the communications bus and the first motorized seat belt. The first and second motorized seat belt retractors may include an electric motor and a microprocessor. The first motorized seat belt retractor is deployed when the first controller detects a deployment event and the second controller enables the first motorized seat belt retractor. Similarly, the second motorized seat belt retractor is deployed when the second controller detects a deployment event and the first controller enables the second motorized seat belt retractor.