baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2424757-A (GB)
Title: Plasma formed in a fluid
Inventor: CHANG CHAK MAN THOMAS
IPC: C02F1/30
Filed: 2003-05-08
Abstract: A method and apparatus for generating plasma in a fluid. The fluid 3 is placed in a bath 2 having a pair of spaced electrodes 4, 6 forming a cathode and an anode. A stream of bubbles is introduced or generated within the fluid 3 adjacent to the cathode 4. A potential difference is applied across the cathode 4 and anode 6 such that a glow discharge is formed in the bubble region and a plasma of ionised gas molecules is formed within the bubbles. The plasma may then be used in electrolysis, gas production, effluent treatment or sterilisation, mineral extraction, production of nanoparticles or material enhancement. The method can be carried out at atmospheric pressure and room temperature. The electrodes may carry means to trap the bubbles in close proximity. Partitions may be present between the electrodes.
Patent GB-2432690-A (GB)
Title: Thermostat with usb hub function
Inventor: ZHENG BO
IPC: A47J36/24
Filed: 2006-09-18
Abstract: A thermostat with USB hub function connects to a computer USB port and comprises one uplink USB port 1 and a plurality of downlink USB ports 2 with a hub chip (3) disposed in between. The device has an electrothermal component (4) which contacts the metal plate 8 on the surface of the casing. The electrothermal component (4) is connected to the power terminal of the uplink USB port 1. The invention is characterized by an integrated temperature measuring module and a liquid crystal display 6 which is disposed on the surface of the casing. The integrated temperature measuring module comprises a temperature sensor R29 which contacts the metal plate. The thermostat displays the current time and the temperature of the metal plate by means of the temperature sensor and the liquid crystal display 6.
Patent GB-2446627-A (GB)
Title: An ear covering that reduces wind noise but allows ambient sound to pass through to the wearer
Inventor: GOODWIN PAUL
IPC: A42B1/06
Filed: 2007-02-07
Abstract: An ear covering comprises at least one soft surfaced cellular plastic ear cover 1 that decreases the audible wind noise heard by wearer, and allows ambient sound to pass through the cover with minimal attenuation. Preferably the foam is permeable to air and has a reticulated open cell foam structure. The cellular plastic may be held against the ear(s) of the user, via a woven headband that encircles the head of the wearer (fig 5), a hat (fig 6), a hem (28, fig 7) around the periphery of the ear cover that may be elasticated or via a frame where the cellular plastic envelopes an internal frame that connects to a headband that passes around the back of the wearer's head thereby clamping the ear covers over the ears of the wearer. Preferably the inner surfaces of the ear covers are recessed (40, fig 9) to accommodate the wearer's ears and may have a material lining (41, 42, fig 9) to provide additional thermal insulation or water proofing. The ear coverings may include a loudspeaker (37, fig 8).
Patent GB-2438047-A (GB)
Title: Triazine derivatives as UV filters for cosmetic compositions
Inventor: EHLIS THOMAS
IPC: C07D251/70
Filed: 2007-04-30
Abstract: Triazine derivatives of formula: <EMI ID=1.1 HE=40 WI=74 LX=687 LY=725 TI=CF> <PC>wherein X1 is a bivalent radical of formula (1a) -NR9-A-NR9-, <EMI ID=1.2 HE=12 WI=19 LX=1453 LY=1151 TI=CF> <PC>(1b) or (1c) -O-A-O-; A and A' are unsubstituted or substituted, straight-chain or branched C1-C12alkylene (which is optionally interrupted by C5-C12cycloalkylene, N, O or S), C5-C12cycloalkylene, biphenylene, C6-C10arylene, or C5-C10 arylene-(C1-C12alkylene); R1 is a radical of formula (1d) -C(O)OR5, (1e) -S(O)2OR5, (1f) C(O)R5, (1g) C(O)NR5R6 or (1h) C(O)-X2-W1; R2 and R3 are hydrogen, C1-C12alkyl, OR7, NR7R8, C6-C10aryl: X2 is O or NH; W1 is C1-C20alkyl, or a group Sp-Sil; Sp is a straight-chain or branched saturated or single or multiple unsaturated C3-C12 hydrocarbon; Sil is a silane, an oligosiloxane or a polysiloxane moiety: and R4-R9 are hydrogen, C1-C10alkyl, or C3-C12cycloalkyl: are useful as UV filters. Processes for the preparation of these compounds, the preparation of micronized particles of these compounds, cosmetic compositions (particularly sunscreens) comprising them and UV absorber dispersions comprising them are also outlined.
Patent GB-2452238-A (GB)
Title: Folding table and seat unit with housing
Inventor: YATES TANIA INGRID
IPC: A47B3/14
Filed: 2007-05-25
Abstract: A space-saving folding table and seat unit 2 comprises: a table 4; at least one seat 6; a housing 8 for receiving the table 4 and seat 6; closure means, e.g. roller shutter 10, for closing an opening in the housing 8; first movement control means, e.g. articulated linkage 12 which attaches the table 4 and seat 6 to the housing 8 and which enables the table 4 and seat 6 to move from a stored position in the housing 8 to a second position in which they extend out of the housing 8; and second movement control means, e.g. pivot connection 14, which enables parts of the table 4 and seat 6, e.g. legs 16, 18, to move between a use position and a storage position. The table and seats are arranged such they can be folded flat and vertical within the housing 8. The first movement control means may comprise separate control means for each of the table and seat(s). The control means may be a pair of articulated arms [25,27, Fig. 4] which space the table and seats from the rear wall of the housing. The table and seat unit is suitable for use where space is limited, e.g. balconies, gardens, terraces.
Patent GB-2438531-A (GB)
Title: Method and system of network management and service provisioning for mobile broadband wireless networks
Inventor: CHOU JOEY
IPC: H04W8/02
Filed: 2006-01-05
Abstract: A method and system for network management and service provisioning for mobile broadband wireless networks. The method and system employ a network management system (NMS) to manage nodes corresponding to base stations (BS) and mobile subscriber stations (MSS). A service flow database is used to store data relating to pre-provisioned dynamic service flows for subscribers having service agreements with a service provider for the mobile broadband wireless network. Management Information Bases (MIBs) are hosted by the various BSs in the network. The MIBs contain tabulated data that is used to define and provision dynamic service flows. The MIBs are structured to enable management of the MIBs via Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) messaging and SNMP agents operating on SNMP managed nodes for the BSs. Hand-over methods are also supported that forward service flow information between a serving BS and a target BS to pre-provision service flows at the target BS.
Patent GB-2441658-A (GB)
Title: Fuel Cell Component
Inventor: KAJIO KATSUHIRO
IPC: H01M8/10
Filed: 2007-09-07
Abstract: A fuel cell component includes a fuel cell component body (10) having a surface (11), and an identification information display portion (4) provided on the fuel cell component body. The identification information display portion (4) is provided at a recessed region (3) of the fuel cell component body recessed relative to the surface (11).
Patent GB-2455125-A (GB)
Title: Dehumidifier
Inventor: MACFARLANE ALISTAIR
IPC: B01D53/26
Filed: 2007-11-29
Abstract: A dehumidifier for domestic use comprises one or more thermoelectric heat-pumping device (e.g. thermionic heat pump or Peltier devices) having a hot sink and a cold sink transferring heat there between, and air to be dehumidified being passed over the cold sink so as to lower its temperature below its dew point thereby allowing water inherent in the air to be removed. The cold sink may comprise of shaped fins that assist in the draining of condensed water, may comprise of a high thermal conductive aluminium with a hydrophobic coating or a graphite with high thermal conductivity and inherent hydrophobic properties. The dehumidifier may comprise an ionising brush whereby air prior to passing over the cold sink is removed of pollutants. One or more fans may draw air across the sinks. A pump may extract condensed water from a sump and is operable in response to a threshold water level being exceeded. The humidifier may operate in response to an output of a humidity detector and a temperature sensor proximate the cold sink may be used to control power to the heat pump(s).
Patent GB-2455142-A (GB)
Title: Pre-processing of image data by marking of macroblocks
Inventor: WU PING
IPC: G06T7/40
Filed: 2007-11-30
Abstract: A method of pre-processing video image data is provided that comprises analysing the image data at macroblock level to determine an activity level for each macroblock, marking each macroblock with a pre-determined type according to the determined activity level of each macroblock, and re-marking the type of certain ones of the macroblocks dependent upon the marked activity level of neighbouring macroblocks. Each macroblock can be categorised into one of five types, these are: Type 1, low activity indicating plain texture; Type 2, more activity that type 1, but still low texture activity; Type 3, the texture activity is identical to type 2 but includes a dominant vertical or horizontal structure; Type 4, these include skin tones; and, type 5, indicated by high levels of texture activity.
Patent GB-2448018-A (GB)
Title: Controlling flows in a well
Inventor: ODDIE GARY
IPC: E21B34/08
Filed: 2008-01-31
Abstract: Fluid flows in a downhole environment are controlled by regulating a ratio of the flows. The ratio of the flows is regulated such the ratio is constant and not sensitive to pressure and/or flow changes in the hydraulic system. The embodiment in system 30 below includes two cross-coupled hydraulic flow control subsystems, which regulate outlet flows 60 and 70 in response to an inlet flow 40. Flow sensors 54a, 54b are coupled to sense the flows 46, 42 and provide feedback to the flow controllers 50 in the opposite flow path. Positive feedback from this control method means that outlet flow 60 may be increased proportionately to an increase in outlet flow 70 to maintain the ratio of flows.
Patent GB-2458148-A (GB)
Title: Holding device for use in a bathroom
Inventor: WANG LONG-SHEH
IPC: A46B17/04
Filed: 2008-03-06
Abstract: A holding device suitable for use in a bathroom, in particular for holding a plunger and toilet brush in combination, has a body 1, defining a holding room with an aperture 11, and a rotating lid 61 arranged to open and close the aperture, wherein the base of the lid 5 is pivoted about a pivot shaft 4 extending from a bottom cover 3 of the body. The base and bottom cover have cooperating stopping structures 33 to limit rotation of the lid. The body has a separate toilet brush holder 2 and cover 21 installed thereon and further includes a protruding fixing stem 12 to help to fix the toilet brush held in the holder. The device further has a spring 32 fitted between the bottom cover 3 and base 5 of the lid to force the lid to contact the body 1 to prevent the ingress of dirt therebetween.
Patent GB-2460695-A (GB)
Title: Safety screen for a vehicle
Inventor: GALLARDO EMILIO ROMERO
IPC: B60R21/12
Filed: 2008-06-06
Abstract: A safety screen dividing a vehicle into a driver's compartment and a passenger compartment is made of a lower part 1 and an upper part 2. The lower part and at least a part of the upper part are made of transparent polycarbonate. The pieces of the screen are joined by a clamp 3 formed by two rectangular profiles (3a, 3b, figure 2). The profiles are also made of transparent polycarbonate and are connected together by several threaded nuts 4. The screen is attached to the vehicle by four L-shaped fittings, two on the upper part (Figure 5) and two on the lower part (Figure 6) of the screen. The fittings for the upper part have a horizontal bar (5) and a hinge axis (6) which is also horizontal. These fittings are attached to the screen (2) on one side and on the other side they are attached to one of the screws (7) that supports a height adjustment device (8) on the front safety belts. The fittings that secure the lower part of the screen are also L-shaped. A short section (10) is attached to the screen (1) and a long section (11) is arranged to be secured to lock screws for seat bars (12).
Patent GB-2464258-A (GB)
Title: Determining a mobile device's location using the unique location identifier of a nearby sensor device
Inventor: TONER BENEDICT
IPC: G08C17/02
Filed: 2008-09-23
Abstract: A method of providing improvised location data for a mobile device M1, M2 by determining that the mobile device M1, M2 is within range 2 of a sensor device S1, S3, that is one of a plurality of independent sensor devices S1, S2, S3 having unique location identifiers. The mobile device M1, M2 receives from the sensor device S1, S3 the unique location identifier of that sensor device S1, S3 and then forwards the location identifier to a network 1 of the mobile device M1, M2. The network 1 uses the sensor device location identifier to determine the location of the mobile device M1, M2. The mobile device M1, M2 may also receive sensor data, preferably environmental data, from the sensor device S1, S3 which it forwards to the network 1. The network 1 may then forward this to the sensor operator 10. The mobile device M1, M2 may register a public identifier and a set of user preferences with the network 1 and be rewarded with credit in response to receipt of sensor data or a location identifier. The mobile device M1, M2 may be provided with its determined location and/or with location specific data, for example, promotional data. The content of the location specific data may be chosen by reference to the location identifier and sensor data and/or user preferences. For example, if sensor data indicates rain, the promotional data sent to the mobile device M1, M2 could relate to local shops selling umbrellas or rainwear.
Patent GB-2450841-A (GB)
Title: Sample separation/adsorption appliance
Inventor: UNUMA YUTAKA
IPC: G01N27/447
Filed: 2007-04-18
Abstract: A sample separation/adsorption appliance (100) comprising a first buffer solution tank (1) in which a first electrode (12) is arranged, a second buffer solution tank (2) in which a second electrode (22) is arranged, and a sample separating section (3) for containing a separation medium (33). The sample separation/adsorption appliance (100), wherein the sample separating section (3) has a first opening (31) opening into the first buffer solution tank (1) and a second opening (32) opening into the second buffer solution tank (2), is further provided with a second electrode securing means (4) for disposing the second electrode (22) oppositely to the second opening (32). In order to adsorb sample components discharged from the second opening (32) onto an adsorption member (6), the sample separation/adsorption appliance (100) is preferably further provided with a means (5) for holding the adsorption member (6) between the second opening (32) and the second electrode (22). Consequently, convenience of electrophoresis and Western blotting method is enhanced, and automation is achieved for electrophoresis through electroblotting.
Patent GB-2465335-A (GB)
Title: A bone fixation device
Inventor: DALL VAGN ERIK
IPC: A61B17/58
Filed: 2008-11-05
Abstract: A bone fixation device comprises a screw 4 for mounting in a bone part and a housing 6 which comprises a base 8 and a drum 10. The base 8 will normally receive the head 2 of the screw 4 allowing rotation of the base on the head. On each side of the drum 10 is mounted a plate 16. Each plate 16 supports a clamp unit (28, figure 2) which consists of two jaws 32, 34, for the support of fixation rods (36, 38, fig 3). Each clamp unit rotates about an axis perpendicular to the common lateral axis of the plates, while each plate 16 is rotatable about that common axis. Mechanisms are provided for closing the clamps, for locking each plate 16 against rotation about its lateral axis, and locking each clamp against rotation about its perpendicular axis. In this way rods can be fixed in the clamps relative to another fixation device in an adjacent bone part.
Patent GB-2453475-A (GB)
Title: Live vaccine strains of francisella
Inventor: MITCHELL STEPHEN LLOYD
IPC: A61K39/02
Filed: 2007-07-25
Abstract: A strain of Francisella species wherein a gene which encodes for part of the glutamate metabolic pathway has been inactivated, and which is able to produce a protective immune response in an animal, for use as live prophylactic or therapeutic vaccine against infection by said Francisella species. Particularly effective strains include those where the capB gene is deleted. Other embodiments of the invention describe strains which comprise a further genetic mutation wherein a gene which encodes for another component of the cell is also inactivated. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising said strains, together with methods which utilise such strains are also described and claimed.
Patent GB-2468349-A (GB)
Title: Securing devices against unauthorized use
Inventor: BELL TIMOTHY JOHN
IPC: G06F21/88
Filed: 2009-03-06
Abstract: A security system for a networked device 101-106 comprises location-sensing means, communication means, memory and a processor. The processor is configured to obtain, via the location-sensing means, a location of the device; send, via the communication means, the location and an identification of the device to a remote server 112; receive an indication from the remote server 112 that the device 101-106 is located outside the boundary of a pre-determined geographical area; and prevent use of the device 101-106. The location sensing means is preferably a GPS receiver or a global navigation satellite system. The location of the device 101-106 can be checked every time the device is switched on and if it is outside the pre-determined area, the device 101-106 can be switched off. If no network communication is possible, then position and time-stamp information can be stored and sent when the network becomes available. Offline operations may be completed when the network connection is not available. A biometric sensor may also be used to identify a user of the device. The device is preferably a card payment terminal. A further embodiment uses only biometric data from the user to control the use of a device. Biometric data is sent to a remote server where it is compared to stored biometric data. Use of the device is prevented if there is no match.
Patent GB-2459376-A (GB)
Title: Attachment for a reinforcing cage
Inventor: RENDER STEPHEN
IPC: E04C5/16
Filed: 2009-04-22
Abstract: A linear attachment 10 for a reinforcing cage carries a set of couplers for connector bars 46, which may be used to provide a connection to a partition wall. The couplers may comprise coupler supports 44, into which extension pieces 60 are mounted and secured by bolts 52, and the connector bars 46 may be threaded into the extension pieces 60. The attachment may comprise four linear carrier bars [34, fig. 4] interconnected by U-shaped bridges [36, fig. 4], whose sides may diverge away from the base. The reinforcement cage may comprise vertical linear cage bars 22 supported between frames 24 and 26, with the attachment 10 in parallel to the cage bars. The reinforced structure may be constructed by covering the couplers with a temporary cover, locating the cage in a piling hole, pouring concrete around the cage, removing the cover and fixing connector bars into selected couplers once the concrete has set.
Patent GB-2456278-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for automatically controlling an xnn enhancement circuitry feeding a power amplifier
Inventor: COHEN ZEEV
IPC: H03F1/02
Filed: 2007-11-21
Abstract: Method and apparatus for automatically controlling the operation of a DC power enhancement circuitry connected to an RF power amplifier (PA) that operates at various input signal levels, according to which the instantaneous magnitude of the input signal is sensed and the instantaneous magnitude and its highest (lowest) peak are stored. For the time period during which the peak remains the highest (lowest) peak, the desired dynamic range of the power amplifier is determined according to the peak and a corresponding threshold level and the gain of the enhancement circuitry are determined according for that time period. Whenever the magnitude exceeds the corresponding threshold level, the enhancement circuitry provides to the power amplifier a level of DC power enhancement required for maintaining the output power of the power amplifier within the output dynamic range. Whenever a higher (lower) peak is detected, the process is repeated for the time period during which the lower peak remains the highest (lowest) peak of all preceding peaks and the value of the stored highest (lowest) peak is updated accordingly.
Patent GB-2470950-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle positioning system for freight containers
Inventor: EMBERSON ANTHONY
IPC: B60P3/07
Filed: 2009-06-12
Abstract: An adjustable vehicle positioning system for freight containers (ref 15, fig 1a) includes vertical supports 1, 2 which are removably attachable to the interior side walls of the freight container. Wheel or axle supports 4, 5 are connected together by an adjustable spin bar 6, which is adjustable so as to accommodate vehicles of different wheel bases (see figs 2). Manual or electrical hoists (ref 8, 11, fig 1a) are provided for raising the wheel or axle supports 4, 5, and the attached vehicle, on the vertical supports 1, 2. The hoists (8, 11) may be chain hoists or may use a wire. In further embodiments hydraulic or pneumatic actuators may be used to raise the wheel or axle supports.
Patent GB-1097057-A (GB)
Title: Imidazolinonesulphonamide derivatives
IPC: C07D233/32
Filed: 1966-03-08
Abstract: The invention comprises compounds of the formula <FORM:1097057/C2/1> in which R1 represents an alkyl group and each of R2 and R3 represents a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group, and their preparation by (a) reacting compounds of the formula <FORM:1097057/C2/2> with chlorosulphonic acid, and treating the compounds obtained with ammonia, or (b) reacting compounds of the formula <FORM:1097057/C2/3> with formaldehyde.
Patent GB-249339-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in electric switches
IPC: H01H23/20
Filed: 1925-04-17
Abstract: 249,339. Arnold, C. L., and M. K. Electric, Ltd. April 17, 1925. Switches, quick-action.-In a tumbler switch the operating dolly 12 is pivoted at 14 in the bridge and has connected between a pin 21 on a lower depending portion 15 and a pin 22 on the pivoted contact members 16 a spring device for producing a quick action. This spring device comprises a telescoping arrangement consisting of three plates 19 two of which are mounted on the pin 21 and have forked ends engaging the pin 22 and the third is mounted on the pin 22 having its forked end engaging the pin 21. A compression spring is interposed between extending ears of the links 19 so that as the pivots 21, 22 move apart, compression of the spring takes place. Mounted coaxially with the operating dolly 12 is a triangular plate 23, Fig. 3, having provision for lost motion both with the dolly 12 and with the contact-carrying member 16 consisting of a slot 24 into which the pin 21 projects and a recess 25 between abutments 26 into which projects the pin 22. In operation the tumbler lever in moving first takes up lost motion by carrying the pin 21 to the end of slot 24 and afterwards moves the contact arm 16 over positively through the plate 23 until the line of spring action has passed the dead-centre position when the switching movement is completed with a snap action. Specification 178,967 is referred to.
Patent GB-1389483-A (GB)
Title: Thermal printing head
IPC: B41J2/34
Filed: 1972-03-03
Abstract: 1389483 Selective printing MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO Ltd 3 March 1972 [4 March 1971] 10120/72 Heading B6F A thermal print head comprises a semiconductor body 11 of N- or P-type, a layer 12 of opposite conductivity being formed in a surface thereof by diffusion, and conductors 13 being provided to supply current to the layer 12. Insulating layers 14 separate the conductors 13 from the body 11.