baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2500562-A (GB)
Title: System Of Monitoring And Controlling Fluid Processing Networks
Inventor: PANTELIDES CONSTANTINOS CHRISTOU
IPC: G05B19/418
Filed: 2012-01-13
Abstract: A method of monitoring a fluid processing network, such as in an oil production facility, an oil refinery or a chemical plant, particularly a flare network comprises a plurality of fluid processing regions, the method comprises steps of: receiving measured current parameter values at known points of the network; determining from the measured current parameter values regions of the network that are active, all other regions being deemed inactive; subtracting inactive regions of the network from a model of the fluid processing network to provide a current active network model; determining current parameter values of the current active network at least at points remote from the known points, the parameter values at said remote points being determined using the measured current parameter values and the current active network model; based on the current parameter values, such as pressure, flow rate or temperature, determining if one or more pre-specified boundaries are breached: and performing a predetermined action if one or more said boundaries are breached, such as issuing an alert which may be a message indicating a risk associated with breaching this boundary; severity of the risk; and recommendations for remedial action.
Patent GB-2501236-A (GB)
Title: Deluge nozzle
Inventor: OAG JAMIE
IPC: A62C35/68
Filed: 2012-03-08
Abstract: A nozzle 1010 for a heat suppression system comprises a nozzle body 1020, the nozzle body defining an inlet (1030 figure 1) a first outlet 1040, and a passageway, the passageway 1070 providing fluid communication between the inlet and the first outlet, and the first outlet extending at least partially around a perimeter of the body. The nozzle comprises a flow regulator 1050 located at least partially within the passageway and being movable with respect to the body, movement of the flow regulator selectively opening or closing at least one portion of the first outlet. Such a nozzle may be configured for use in particularly, but not exclusively, heat suppression systems for hydrocarbon extraction and processing installations.
Patent GB-2501531-A (GB)
Title: Fold flat shelving units
Inventor: SHONE ROY
IPC: A47B46/00
Filed: 2012-04-26
Abstract: A folding shelving unit comprises a shelf 20 which is pivotable by means of a pivot assembly 22,24 between a deployed position and a space-saving, stowed position in which the shelves fold up flat and are flush with or recessed behind a front edge of a frame (12, figure 1) comprising a pair of generally upright supports (14). A pivot pin 66 and guide pin 68,70 mounted on the shelf may be received respectively within a bush recess 54 and guide aperture 56 mounted on the frame. The folded shelf may be retained against a stop 58 by a latch 30.
Patent GB-2491466-A (GB)
Title: Security fastener
Inventor: MITRA AYANTIKA
IPC: F16B41/00
Filed: 2010-03-15
Abstract: A security fastener is combined with an anti-rotational member provided with an abutment, such as a knurled face, one or more dogs, or a protuberance, for engaging a surface of a structure to be fastened, to preÂ­vent unauthorised rotation of the fastener. The anti-rotational member may be a dogged washer defining one or more of the dogs. Alternatively, the anti-rotational member may be a shroud which also defines the abutment in the form of a dog or other protuberance to prevent unauthorised rotation of the encoded security fastener. The shroud may be used in conjunction with a dogged washer and may only partially cover the head of the security fastener.
Patent GB-2491075-A (GB)
Title: Pipe seal
Inventor: MENZIES WILLIAM G
IPC: E21B33/127
Filed: 2011-02-11
Abstract: An apparatus for sealing a pipe near a junction includes: at least one inflatable bag (20) attached to deployment means such as an elongate member (22). The deployment means (22) is formed and arranged to deploy the inflatable bag (20) along a pipe. The apparatus includes means for inflating the inflatable bag when deployed in a pipe; and a pipe engaging anchor (28), operable to engage with pipe work, typically a junction in pipe work, forward of the inflatable bag (20). The pipe engaging anchor (28) may include one or more limbs (30) for engaging a pipe. The limbs may be deployed with the assistance of control members pivotally connected to the limbs (30). Pipe engaging anchors and methods for sealing a pipe are also described.
Patent GB-2495009-A (GB)
Title: Fire containment mechanism
Inventor: CREAM GARY
IPC: F21V25/12
Filed: 2012-10-05
Abstract: A fire containment mechanism for a downlighter 3 comprises a steel plate 1 which has a larger footprint than an opening which is adapted to receive the downlighter in an installed state. The plate 1 engages a portion of the body of the downlighter 3 that is received by the opening in the installed state.
Patent GB-2506883-A (GB)
Title: A method and a detector for detecting size and type of a pipetting tip
Inventor: RETZLAFF RUDIGER
IPC: G01B7/00
Filed: 2012-10-10
Abstract: The method comprises attaching the pipetting tip via a cone to a pipetting tube connected to a pump, creating a pressure difference between inside the pipetting tube and surroundÂ­ings thereof and driving an RC oscillator to oscillate, measuring the pressure differÂ­ence and a frequency of the RC oscillator, comparing the pressure difference and the frequency to predetermined threshold values and determining size and type of the pi-petting tip, The detector comprises a pressure sensor adapted to measure a pressure difference between inside a pipetting tube and surroundings thereof, and a capacitive sensor adapted to measure a frequency of an RC oscillator, the pipetting tube and a pipetting tip being switched parallel to a capacitor of the RC oscillator, the pipetting tip and the pipetting tube being made of conducting material. The three drawings (figures 1 to 3) show the method steps of three methods for determining size and type of a pipetting tip.
Patent GB-2508658-A (GB)
Title: Flood-safe fitted kitchen units
Inventor: WITTRAM BERNARD
IPC: A47B77/02
Filed: 2012-12-10
Abstract: A fitted kitchen is provided for use in areas prone to flooding and is designed to be less susceptible to water damage but which retains the appearance of more traditional kitchen units. The kitchen unit comprises a box frame formed of aluminium or steel with removable doors and panels formed of wood-based materials including MDF, chipboard or plywood. The metal framework comprises prefabricated gables 2 joined together by connecting rails 3-8. Each gable preferably includes a shelf support 13, a support leg 14 and a pair of rear connecting rails 3, 4 fixed to a wall. A front rail 7 attached to support legs may also be fixed to the floor. The doors 24 are preferably attached by a quick-release means and the panels 28 releasably attached to at least one end gable. Also disclosed is a removable cornet fillet 31 that is attached between two orthogonal gables. In the event of a flood, doors and panels can be easily removed leaving the water resistant carcass behind.
Patent GB-2510172-A (GB)
Title: An animal leg support
Inventor: DAVIES ALLAN
IPC: A01L11/00
Filed: 2013-01-28
Abstract: An animal leg support 10 for facilitating treatment of the animal leg and/or foot region. The support comprises a support frame 11 having a base 15 and a support column 12 which extends telescopically away from the base. The support further comprises a leg rest 19 disposed upon the column, the leg rest comprising a support surface 20, preferably provided with cushioning 21, for receiving a portion of a leg of the animal. Holding means 22 are disposed upon the frame, proximate the leg rest, for holding items for use in connection with the treatment of the animal leg and/or foot region. Preferably the holding means are magnetic or in the form of a hook or eyelet. Support struts 13 and a planar base 17 may also be provided for stability.
Patent GB-2510629-A (GB)
Title: Strip tilling system
Inventor: HULIN GUILLAUME
IPC: A01B33/00
Filed: 2013-02-11
Abstract: The strip tilling system includes at least one strip tilling unit 13 having a support frame 19 and a tilling member 15 mounted to the support frame; a positioning system 39; map data 41 relating to a field to be tilled, said map data including data identifying areas of compacted ground in the field; and a control system 17 for adjusting the position of the tilling member with respect to the support frame, wherein said control system is arranged to receive signals from the control system, to access the map data, and to automatically adjust the position of the tilling member with respect to the support frame when the control system determines that the tilling member is located at an area of compacted ground. A method for strip tilling is also provided.
Patent GB-2512623-A (GB)
Title: A barrier system
Inventor: STRATFORD TIMOTHY
IPC: E01F9/627
Filed: 2013-04-04
Abstract: A barrier system (10, fig.5) comprises a plurality of ground-anchored bollards 12 and a plurality of rigid barriers (14). Each bollard 12 comprises an elongate outer tubular cover 16, an elongate inner tubular core 18 located within the outer tubular cover 16, a damper 20, such as a rubber disc, located at a lower end of the inner tubular core 18, and a washer 22 arranged to locate the damper against the inner tubular core 18, and each barrier 14 connects two bollards 12. A threaded bolt may pass through and compress the damper via the washer. The plurality of rigid barriers may extend around an item to afford protection such as shelving stacks in a warehouse. The damper 20 can absorb impact shocks of the barrier.
Patent GB-2505303-A (GB)
Title: Tube finning machine
Inventor: PIERCE DAVID BLAND
IPC: B21D53/02
Filed: 2013-07-04
Abstract: A machine adapted to fit one or more fins onto one or more tubes for use in heat exchangers. Comprising a base (5) with a primary axis and a mounting part (14) upon which a plurality of tubes (16) can be mounted in a desired array. The tubes are aligned with the primary axis. A carrier (24) locates a number of fins and a drive means (28) preferable hydraulic, moves the carrier relative to the mounting part in the direction of the primary axis in order to drive the fins onto the tubes. The machine (10) can be adjusted to fit a variable number of fins to an array of tubes. The mounting part (14) and the carrier (24) are both movable relative to the base in the direction of the primary axis, and the mounting part is movable relative to the base between a numbers of predetermined mounting positions. The carrier may have a support plate (30) for the fins which can move perpendicular to the primary axis. The support plate (30) carries a guide plate (32) having a number of recesses corresponding to the desired array. The length of the tubes to which fins can be fitted is variable and may for example be up to 12 metres.
Patent GB-2500542-A (GB)
Title: Graphene devices with local dual gates
Inventor: CHEN ZHIHONG
IPC: H01L21/00
Filed: 2011-12-21
Abstract: An electronic device comprises an insulator, a local first gate embedded in the insulator with a top surface of the first gate being substantially coplanar with a surface of the insulator, a first dielectric layer formed over the first gate and insulator, and a channel. The channel comprises a bilayer graphene layer formed on the first dielectric layer. The first dielectric layer provides a substantially flat surface on which the channel is formed. A second dielectric layer formed over the bilayer graphene layer and a local second gate formed over the second dielectric layer. Each of the local first and second gates is capacitively coupled to the channel of the bilayer graphene layer. The local first and second gates form a first pair of gates to locally control a first portion of the bilayer graphene layer.
Patent GB-2523065-A (GB)
Title: Child's video player toy
Inventor: KUZNECOVS PAVELS
IPC: G06F3/14
Filed: 2013-10-07
Abstract: A child's toy comprising, an electronic display device, an electronic memory configured to store a number of static images and a number of video files, a central processing unit (CPU) and two electrical switches electrically connected to the CPU. One switch is designated as a "next" switch and the other as a "previous" switch. The CPU is configured so that the action of pressing either of the switches will cause the CPU to switch back and forth sequentially through the static images stored in electronic memory. The action of not pressing either switch within a specified period of time will cause the CPU to initiate the video file associated with the currently display static image to be played on the video image portion of the display device. The static image is displayed on a portion of the screen whilst the video plays on the remaining portion of the screen.
Patent GB-2525372-A (GB)
Title: Butterfly valve design and method of attaching the disc to the shaft
Inventor: JONES TERRY
IPC: F16K1/22
Filed: 2014-03-10
Abstract: A butterfly valve design 6 for increasing flow, reducing cavitation and noise comprising a method of attaching the disc to the shaft 4, 5, 3(3A), 2, using a multi sided feature on the disc 2 and shaft locking clamp 5 held in place by fixings 4. The shaft locking clamp completely covers the shaft, protecting it from being corrupted by media carried by the valve. The shaft holds the disc central in the valve body by means of this multi sided feature. It locks the disc in place through its arc of movement and applies the torque needed to close the valve. The multi sided feature 2, 3(3A), 5 evenly distributes these torque loads along the length of the feature, reducing hysteresis, also reducing stress concentrations.
Patent GB-2517313-A (GB)
Title: Distal bearing support
Inventor: KEENAN RICHARD L
IPC: A61M60/174
Filed: 2013-05-13
Abstract: A catheter pump has a distal bearing support 701 comprising expandable supports 708 disposed on an impeller shaft 706 distal of an impeller body704 and may have lobes 716 or digits having an arcuate outer surface and biased to expand radially against a cannula housing wall 702 to improve bending stiffness and maintain an impeller blade 705 tip working clearance gap adjacent the wall the supports coupled to a mounting portion disposed on a shaft of the impeller, distal of the impeller body supporting the impeller blade and extending distally beyond a distal end of the impeller shaft. A re-sealable septum 754 may be disposed in a guidewire passage, to reseal an aperture formed when a guidewire guide 750 is removed.
Patent GB-2531588-A (GB)
Title: Battery and method for the production thereof
Inventor: ALI MOAZZAM
IPC: H01M10/04
Filed: 2014-10-23
Abstract: A thin battery 300, preferably a printed battery, comprises a first substrate 301 and a second substrate 302. A cathode layer 307 and an anode layer 308 are printed on the first substrate 301 and on the second substrate 302, respectively. The binders in the cathode layer 307 and in the anode layer 308 are preferably water insoluble polymers. A separator layer 310, 311 is printed on at least one of the cathode layer 307 and the anode layer 308. The separator layer 310, 311 comprises interconnected water absorbing powders. An electrolyte layer 320 is printed on the at least one separator layer 310, 311. The electrolyte layer 320 comprises water, at least one salt, water insoluble substantially spherical particles 321 and at least one waxy material 322. The first substrate 301 is secured on the second substrate 302 in such a way that the separator layer 310, 311 and the electrolyte layer 320 are sandwiched between the cathode layer 307 and the anode layer 308.
Patent GB-2525487-A (GB)
Title: Method and Apparatus For Remotely Disabling Vehicles
Inventor: STIMSON GARY DAVID
IPC: F41H13/00
Filed: 2015-03-09
Abstract: A remote vehicle engine disabling device with a source 4 of high frequency energy generating a high frequency signal modulated 1 by applying an effects signals package 7. The effects signal package comprises a plurality of effects signals such as pulses of varying power and wavelength (fig 2) in order to be non-vehicle specific. An antenna 6 directs the modulated signal package at the remote vehicle to disrupt the target vehicle engine management system. The frequency of energy source may be in the range of 1GHz-2GHz or 2GHz-4GHz in a narrow bandwidth of less than 3MHz. A magnetron 4 or klystron can be used as a source of the high power radio or microwave radiation. The device can be mounted on a law enforcement vehicle and used to halt or disable suspect cars or in maritime purposes to halt boats.
Patent GB-2538501-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to level switches
Inventor: JEFFERY ALAN SEARS
IPC: H04B5/00
Filed: 2015-05-18
Abstract: A level switch having a sensor 10 and processing circuitry 11, the switch incorporating a near field communication (NFC) facility 17, 19 that communicates with an NFC reader 16 brought within an operating range. The NFC reader may be configured and sufficiently powerful to energise the processing circuitry and the sensor. The NFC facility and the NFC reader may be configured to exchange data between the NFC reader and the processing circuitry. They may also be configured to communicate calibration or diagnostic data both in the field and in the factory. The NFC facility and NFC reader may allow control of self-test or licensed functionality of the switch. The NFC facility and NFC reader may further include an access control facility to prevent unauthorised access. Specific product information (e.g. serial numbers and approvals information) may be read to and from the switch. The operating characteristics of the switch can be altered in the field to fine tune switching point and temperature parameters. The level switch may be a vibrating fork level switch.
Patent GB-2532305-A (GB)
Title: Method for Configuring and controlling smart home products
Inventor: KAI CHAU NG
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2015-06-29
Abstract: The method disclosed is a way of shortening the process of updating a configuration file with an internet of things device, through a centralized or decentralized approach. The method allows for a first device to share a request for data identified by an associated ID with another first device or server, wherein the ID is associated with a configuration file and information about a second device. This method also allows for a smart device to be temporally incorporated into the network without the difficultly of configuration. The method comprises a serve receiving first data containing a configuration file and information on second device; assembling said data with an associated ID; sending second data to a first device containing data extracted from said configuration file; and a third data being shared according to said identity, by at least one first device or server., wherein the third data refers to information of the configuration file corresponding to said ID and second device; triggering a function of at least one said first device through said configuration file and information of said second device by at least one first device.
Patent GB-2544326-A (GB)
Title: Oyster safety knife
Inventor: ALVIN STANLEY LAWRENCE
IPC: B26B9/02
Filed: 2015-11-13
Abstract: An oyster safety knife comprises a cambered blade fig 1 to facilitate the opening of the mollusc, and a shield fig 2 at the hilt of the blade to protect the hand holding the knife and the hand holding the mollusc, by preventing the blade fig 1 from sliding through the mollusc and puncturing the hand holding the oyster. A pair of rounded scrolls fig 2 extend from the shield, and facilitate the opening of the oyster by locking the blade inside the oyster and preventing the blade from sliding around inside. The blade has a convex camber on both sides of the blade to facilitate the prising open of the oyster, and the thickness of the blade increases along its longitudinal axis, from the narrow flat rounded tip of the blade to a thicker and wider section of the blade at the hilt. The blade allows for a twisting and turning movement that is not possible with a conventional flat blade. .
Patent GB-2546292-A (GB)
Title: Hygienic wash and dry door mat
Inventor: NAJUM WAHEED CHAUDHRY
IPC: A47L23/26
Filed: 2016-01-13
Abstract: A doormat style washing and drying device for cleaning shoes or other footwear, having a tray 1 with a washing section 2 and a drying section 3. The washing section is equipped with cleaning solution, motorised rotating circular brushes 11, drain plug 10, and a slot grill 4 for the user to stand on. The drying section contains a mesh grill surface 5, a power source 6, electrical components which may include a motor 7, warm air blower fans 8, an air suction vacuum pump, sensors, or timers. The apparatus may have a sensor to identify that a user has stepped onto the grill, which then actuates the electrical motor to drive the rotating brushes, and to turn off the apparatus either when the user steps off, or after a certain time has elapsed. The device is operable without cleaning solution using dry brushes and a vacuum pump. In one embodiment there is a conveyor belt to automatically move the user between the washing and drying sections. The shoe cleaning device is intended for use at the entrance or doorway of a premises, and may be alternatively be used for cleaning baggage.
Patent GB-2548595-A (GB)
Title: Clothing
Inventor: SARAH KATHERINE BAUGHAN
IPC: A41D13/02
Filed: 2016-03-22
Abstract: An article of clothing 101 comprises an upper portion 208 defining a front surface 206 and a rear surface (207, fig 3B). Two leg portions 209, 210, extend from the upper portion 208 bifurcating at a crotch region 211. A closable opening (313, fig 3B) extends from a first end (314, fig 3A) on the front surface 206 and a second end (315, fig 3B) on the rear surface. The crotch opening may be fitted with a zip fastener. The garment may be in the form of a full body suit or onesie, worn as leisurewear or nightwear, and allowing access to parts of the wearers body to use toilet facilities, or to improve intimacy with a partner.
Patent GB-2533251-A (GB)
Title: Flexible antenna assembly for well logging tools
Inventor: JESSE KEVIN HENSARLING
IPC: G01V3/30
Filed: 2013-12-06
Abstract: A disclosed example embodiment includes an antenna assembly for use in a well logging system. The antenna assembly includes a flexible, non-conductive cylindrical core having an outer surface and an electrically conductive path positioned on the outer surface of the core. The electrically conductive path forms an electromagnetic coil operable to transmit or receive electromagnetic energy. The electrically conductive path is formed on the core without winding a wire around the core using, for example, a removal process selected from the group consisting of milling, machining, etching and laser removal, an additive process selected from the group consisting of printing with conductive and dielectric inks and silk screening with conductive and dielectric epoxies or an integrated material deposition process such as a multi-material 3D printing process. The antenna assembly may be flexible mounted on a tubular member during assembly of a well logging tool.
Patent GB-2551156-A (GB)
Title: Ink jet printer
Inventor: STEPHEN JOHN COOKE
IPC: B41J2/18
Filed: 2016-06-07
Abstract: An electrostatic deflection ink jet printer has a main printer body 1 separated by a vapour or mist barrier 67 into a first electrical region and a second fluid region. Electrically operated valves 39, 41, 45, 51, 57 are provided in the fluid region. Control circuitry 69 is provided in the electrical region. Valve drive circuitry 65, for generating drive currents for the valves, is provided in the fluid region and is in data communication with the control circuitry via wiring that passes through the vapour barrier. The valve drive circuitry may be covered by an electrically insulating material. The valve drive circuitry may eb provided on a circuit carrier 85. The valves may be provided in a valve block 63 that is fixed to the circuit carrier. Electrically insulating material 109 may extend partially or wholly around the valve block 63.