baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2525550-A (GB)
Title: Symbiotic radar and communication system
Inventor: WILSON-LANGMAN ALAN
IPC: G01S13/91
Filed: 2014-02-17
Abstract: A symbiotic radar and communication system is disclosed. The system includes a plurality of base stations in communication with a wider communication network, each base station being configured to transmit and receive communication signals to and from a plurality of user terminals. The system performs communication data processing and radar data processing on received signals so that target object reflections contained therein can be resolved. Preferably, initial radar data processing is performed at each base station which embeds time and position information into the data and communicates it to a central radar server, the central server combining the received data from several of the base stations into a single range resolution profile.
Patent GB-2542354-A (GB)
Title: Wind sensor housing
Inventor: ROBIN STRACHAN
IPC: G01P5/24
Filed: 2015-09-15
Abstract: A housing (6, fig 1) for a wind sensor (2, fig 1) with a sensing element (4, fig 1) and processing element (8, fig 1) mounted in the housing to measure the speed of the passing fluid air flow, and the housing comprises at least one surface 40, 42 having shaped surface elements 38 in the form of protrusions and/or indentations on the surface for inducing turbulence in the fluid air flowing across the surface. The housing having a body, with a first housing portion 12 and a second housing portion 14, with a cylindrical cross-section, comprising of a first reflector and a second reflector coaxially mounted by spacers 20 with the first reflector, to define a resonant cavity 24 between the first and second reflector. The turbulence caused by the shaped surface elements results in the speed measured by the wind sensor being less affected by uncontrolled transitions between laminar and turbulent airflow, enabling more accurate measurement and calibration of the wind sensor.
Patent GB-2542830-A (GB)
Title: Analysis of network performance
Inventor: TREVOR BURBRIDGE
IPC: H04L12/26
Filed: 2015-09-30
Abstract: Analysing network performance in relation to a network portion (e.g. domain) comprising a group of nodes the method comprising: obtaining probe measurements in respect of a plurality of target nodes in the group s60-62, respective probe measurements each resulting from a probe test-message being sent via a network path from a testing node to a target node and an associated probe response-message triggered by receipt and local (internal) processing at the respective target node of the probe test-message being received via a path from the respective target node by the testing node, the respective probe measurements relating to a network performance characteristic in respect of the paths taken by the respective probe test-messages and the probe response-messages associated therewith and being dependent also on the local processing of the respective probe test-messages at the respective target nodes; comparing probe measurements obtained in respect of different target nodes in the group s63; and in dependence on the comparison, assigning a weighting in respect of at least one of the node s65s; and determining a network performance analysis measure in relation to the network portion according to a predetermined function dependent on the probe measurements and on the assigned weighting s66.
Patent GB-2530931-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum cleaner head
Inventor: BASSETT ALEXANDER ANTHONY DENNY
IPC: A47L9/02
Filed: 2013-11-25
Abstract: A vacuum cleaner head for cleaning hard floor surfaces has an elongate transverse suction mouth (22, fig. 3) on its underside. Each end of this suction mouth is connected to a respective passageway 26a, 26b, which allows air into the suction mouth from a point away from the surface being cleaned. The passageway can extend downwardly into the suction mouth from an upper surface of the vacuum cleaner head. The vacuum head may further have depending seals 30, and may have a suction outlet 11 that is connected to the mouth by inlets (25, fig. 2) at the ends of the suction mouth. The vacuum head may further have an opening in front of a front seal, and a roller 20 having sealing blades (27, fig. 3) that partially block or cover said opening as the roller rotates.
Patent GB-2534022-A (GB)
Title: Adsorbent and analysis method using same
Inventor: JUN NUNOSHIGE
IPC: G01N30/88
Filed: 2014-05-07
Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide an adsorbent which enables solid-phase extraction, which has high efficiency even for water soluble molecules and which has excellent selectivity, and to provide an analysis system using said adsorbent. This adsorbent is characterized by including the structure represented by formula I. (In formula I, R is a carrier component, and the parts other than R are side chain functional groups. R and the benzene ring in the side chain functional groups are connected directly or through one or more atoms. R' is selected from a group consisting of a hydroxy group, an alkoxy group, an amino group, an alkylamino group, a thiol group and an alkyl sulfide group. The R''s are independently selected from a group consisting of a hydroxy group, an alkoxy group, an alkyl group, an amino group, an alkylamino group, a dialkylamino group, trialkylamino group, a thiol group, an alkyl sulfide group and a hydrogen atom. x is an integer 0-3, and n is the number of side chain functional groups included in the carrier component.)
Patent GB-2547485-A (GB)
Title: Management of data transport networks
Inventor: Jay Perrett
IPC: H04L12/24
Filed: 2016-02-22
Abstract: A device 100 or a photonic quantum processor to process a subset of network orchestration computations to support management of network functions within a service chain spanning multiple domains of a data transport network (DTN). The device 100 comprises receiving logic 104 to receive inputs expressed in terms of a data model describing the DTN, processing logic to process the inputs and outputting logic 108 to produce an output expressed in terms of the data model. The output may be an abstracted description of the state of at least part of the DTN. The processing logic may include evolution logic 118 to evolve candidate solutions towards an optimum solution by using a genetic algorithm that computes a fitness function for each candidate solution. The DTN may include software defined networks (SDN) and virtual network functions (VNF) such as virtual firewalls (VFW) and application delivery controllers (ADC).
Patent GB-2534737-A (GB)
Title: DNA transport control device and method for producing same, as well as DNA sequencing device
Inventor: HIROSHI YOSHIDA
IPC: G01N33/487
Filed: 2014-11-04
Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a DNA transport control device having excellent reliability and durability, and a DNA sequencing device that uses the DNA transport control device. The present invention provides a DNA transport control device having a nanopore the size of which allows for the passage of only the DNA strand of a single molecule, and a DNA sequencing device that uses the DNA transport control device. T TThe DNA transport control device is characterized by the following: including a base material having openings and a thin film a block copolymer formed on the base material; the thin film comprising microdomains that are formed as a result of self-organization of the block copolymer and that penetrate the thin film, and a matrix surrounding the microdomains; and the nanopore being formed from one opening in the base material and a single microdomain.
Patent GB-2549727-A (GB)
Title: Methods and systems for use with a positive displacement motor
Inventor: BENJAMIN PETER JEFFRYES
IPC: E21B47/00
Filed: 2016-04-26
Abstract: A method for determining a rotational frequency of a positive displacement motor 16 in a down-hole drill string 10, the method using a measurement device 14 for measuring a property of a part of the drill string, using a processor (fig 1b,17) for processing a signal output by the at least one measurement device. The method involving operating the motor 16 whilst the drill string is in a non-driven state, receiving a signal from the measuring device at the processor and generating a frequency spectrum. Determining the rotational frequency from the frequency spectrum by identifying a peak in the frequency spectrum in a pre-determined frequency range and/or a peak having a pre-determined peak width associated with an expected rotational frequency of the positive displacement motor. The property being analyses is selected from vibrational motion, lateral motion, axial motion, tangential motion, angular motion or deformation. The measurement device is chosen from an accelerometer, a magnetometer, a strain gauge or combinations thereof. The frequency spectrum being generated using Fourier transformation, wavelet transformation, sine transformation or cosine transformation of the measured data.
Patent GB-2540856-A (GB)
Title: Imaging element, image pickup apparatus, method of controlling imaging element, program, and storage medium
Inventor: HIROYASU KATAGAWA
IPC: H04N19/00
Filed: 2016-06-02
Abstract: An imaging element 102 comprising a pixel unit (figure 2) comprising a photoelectric conversion unit (photo sensors 201 A, 202 B figure 2) to convert incident light into an electrical signal corresponding to an image signal, and further comprising a (first) compression unit 106 to compress a first image signal output from the pixel unit. The imaging element further comprises a control unit 105, 107 configured to perform a different alternate process such as a non-compression or lossless compression 107 on a second signal which differs from the first signal compression process, such that there is no deterioration of the second signal, and whereby the second process utilizes more quantization bits to execute the process (figure 6). The imaging element may comprise first and second photoelectric (201,202 figure 2) conversion units (light, optical sensors) whereby both light sensors (i.e A+B) contribute to the first signal output, whilst the second signal results only from the second photoelectric conversion unit. Alternatively only the first signal may result from a first light sensor whilst the second signal may result from a dedicated focus detection pixel or a dark signal detection pixel in which the pixel is an optical black pixel. The light which falls on the first and second photoelectric conversion units (light sensors) may pass through different sections or regions of the pupil an optical imaging system (figure 9). The system may further comprise a refocus processing unit (means figures 13-14) for generating a refocus signal to move a focus surface virtually based on the first and second signals, and further comprise a driving means 116,117 to actuate and move a lens by a predetermined distance. A computer program method is also incorporated.
Patent GB-2541984-A (GB)
Title: Panel for lining a gas turbine engine fan casing
Inventor: IAN COLIN DEUCHAR CARE
IPC: F04D29/66
Filed: 2016-07-14
Abstract: A panel for lining a gas turbine engine fan casing comprises a honeycomb core 24 sandwiched between a backing layer 22 and an outer layer 26. The panel may be an acoustic or an abradable panel. The backing layer is attachable to an inner surface of the casing such that the outer skin forms a radially inward facing surface of a fan duct of the engine. The panel can be joined along its sides to similar neighbouring panels to form a row of panels along the inner surface of the casing. The outer skin or the backing skin include two face sheets 28 bonded on top of each other. The edges of the two face sheets along each panel side that joins to a neighbouring panel are staggered in the direction of the row, so that they can be butted against edges of matching face sheets of the neighbouring panel. The interfaces between the abutting face sheet edges are thus staggered in the direction of the row. Alternatively three face sheets may be provided.
Patent GB-2555770-A (GB)
Title: Non-destructive testing apparatus
Inventor: JULIAN ROGER WRIGHT
IPC: G01N29/32
Filed: 2016-07-18
Abstract: A non-linear acoustic non-destructive testing apparatus 100 for detecting sub­surface defects in a work piece comprises at least one transducer 101, a driving circuit 110 coupled communicably to the at least one transducer, and an output circuit for determining at least one parameter of the acoustic contact between the transducer and the surface of a work piece. The apparatus is configured to have a work piece test mode where the transducer is disconnected from the output circuit, and an impedance measurement mode, where the transducer is connected to the output circuit. The apparatus enables the quality of the sensor coupling to the work piece, via a coupling medium, to be monitored during an NDT procedure.
Patent GB-2539146-A (GB)
Title: An improved mask apparatus for veterinary applications
Inventor: COLIN DUNLOP
IPC: A61M16/06
Filed: 2015-03-31
Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved mask apparatus for veterinary applications. The mask may be used for dogs in particular. Most prior art masks are conical. This leads to problems in comfort and effectiveness. The present mask has a cross sectional profile and an opening shaped similar to an animal's muzzle. It has a flat top and a flat bottom, slightly wider than the top, and rounded sides. It also extends backwardly from the top of the opening to the bottom of the opening, so as to comfortably cover the commissure of the animal's lips.
Patent GB-2547753-A (GB)
Title: Operation of diagnostic devices involving microchannels and electrodes
Inventor: JAIONE TIRAPU AZPIROZ
IPC: B01L9/00
Filed: 2016-12-21
Abstract: An assembly for interfacing with a microfluidic chip 238 having at least one microscopic channel with at least one embedded electrode configured to receive a liquid sample for analysis and at least one chip contact coupled to the electrode, the assembly comprising a chip carrier 240, an electronics module 110, an optical module 118 and a mechanical module. The chip carrier includes a base and a cover which define a cavity 236 for receiving the chip, and at least one chip carrier contact 234 to engage with the chip contact. The electronics module comprises at least one electronic module contact 248 which engage with the chip carrier contacts and a signal generator which applies at least one electrokinetic signal to the embedded electrode(s) of the chip via the electronic module contacts. The optical module includes an excitation radiation source and an emission radiation detector. The mechanical module is controlled by the electronics module and comprises a chip-carrier receiving structure, relatable with respect to the optical module for focus and at least one degree of translational freedom. The embedded electrodes are ideally dielectrophoresis electrodes. A method of carrying out a test on a microfluidic chip employing impedance changes is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2558220-A (GB)
Title: Vector generating instruction
Inventor: FRANÇOIS CHRISTOPHER JACQUES BOTMAN
IPC: G06F9/355
Filed: 2016-12-22
Abstract: An apparatus comprises: processing circuitry to perform vector processing operations; and an instruction decoder to decode vector instructions to control the processing circuitry to perform the vector processing operations specified by the vector instructions. The instruction decoder is responsive to a vector generating instruction, such as VIWDUP, identifying a scalar start value Rn 75 and wrapping control information Rm 80 to control the processing circuitry to generate a vector Qd comprising a plurality of elements. In particular, the processing circuitry is arranged to generate the vector such that the first element in the plurality is dependent on the scalar start value, and the values of the plurality of elements follow a regularly progressing sequence that is constrained to wrap as required to ensure that each value is within bounds determined from the wrapping control information. The sequence may be regularly increasing or decreasing (Figure 4). The vector generating instruction may be used to implement a circular addressing mode within memory, where the vector generating instruction can be coupled with an associated vector memory access instruction (such as VLDR in Figure 5, retrieving data from a circular buffer 210, 220).
Patent GB-2543982-A (GB)
Title: Valve arrangement for HVDC power converter
Inventor: MING LI
IPC: H01L25/16
Filed: 2015-01-19
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a valve arrangement(400) comprising a plurality of valve units (410-450) electrically connected in series. A first valve unit (410) includes a container (130) in which at least one stack of converter cells (120) is arranged. The container is at least partially filled with an electrically insulating gas(115). The valve arrangement further comprises at least one first connector (460) including a first busbar element (461) electrically connecting a cell (421) of the first valve unit at one end of the container to a cell (441) of a second valve unit(420). The first connector is insulated by an electrically insulating gas(465). Further, the valve arrangement comprises at least one second connector (470) including a busbar element (471) for connection of another cell of the first valve unit at another end of the container.
Patent GB-2543688-A (GB)
Title: Pyrolysis retort methods and apparatus
Inventor: DANIEL MICHAEL DONEGAN
IPC: F23G5/20
Filed: 2015-03-05
Abstract: A pyrolysis apparatus is constructed of a first sheet 26b of high thermal conductivity metal explosively welded to a second sheet 26a of a high temperature strength metal. The high temperature strength metal may be stainless steel or a nickel alloy. The apparatus may be a cylindrical, rotatable retort or two co-rotating inner (29, Fig. 3) and outer (26, Fig. 3) bodies. The inner body (29, Fig. 3) may have holes to allow particulate material through and the both inner and outer bodies may have vanes (31, Fig. 12) to retain particulate material. The retort may be driven by a reversible drive (20, 35, Fig. 3) and its inclination varied by a hydraulic arrangement. Portions of the second sheet 26a may be milled away to form a framework leaving parts of the first sheet 26b exposed. The apparatus may be enclosed in a thermally insulated housing (40, Fig. 7) and may have a heating system (15, 17, Fig. 7) for performing pyrolysis of a calorific material.
Patent GB-2561542-A (GB)
Title: Ampoule closure
Inventor: MARTIN VOLLEN
IPC: A61J1/06
Filed: 2017-03-17
Abstract: A closure 10 for an ampoule 1 comprising a cap portion 12 arranged to engage with a broken neck portion 4 of an ampoule; and a cylindrical skirt portion 11 extending from the cap portion 12. The skirt portion 11 is elastically deformable and arranged to move from a first position in which it is at least partially folded and a second position in which it is unfolded and extends from the cap portion 12. The cap and skirt portion 12, 11 may be integrally formed. The skirt portion 11 may comprise one or more ribs. The skirt may be coated with a gripping material or an adhesive.  A closure 10 for an ampoule 1 is also included comprising a cap portion 12 and a skirt portion 11. The surface of the cap is arranged to engage a broken neck 4 of the ampoule and comprises a convex shape to project inside the open neck of the ampoule 1. The cap portion 12 is formed from a deformable material to seal against the broken neck 4. A packaging for an ampoule enclosure is also included comprising a first and second blister to receive an ampoule closure and top respectively.
Patent GB-2551606-A (GB)
Title: Audio apparatus and audio system
Inventor: KANAME HAYASAKA
IPC: H04H60/04
Filed: 2017-03-23
Abstract: An audio apparatus 14 that can be connected to a computer 10 comprises an operation switch 26 that outputs, to a computer and in response to a user operation, a reproduction start instruction signal of an audio file which is assigned in advance; a receiver that receives, from the computer, a result of judgment of whether or not the audio file which is assigned in advance is normal; and a processor that notifies the user prior to the operation, a judgment result in association with the operation switch, based on the judgment result received by the receiver. The judgement result may be notified as a change of a display form, including a display colour or brightness of the operation switch. The judgement result may include two states of normal and no assignment, and the processor may display those two states in an identifiable manner.
Patent GB-2560900-A (GB)
Title: Foldable aerodynamic structure with slewing bearing
Inventor: DAVID BRAKES
IPC: B64C23/06
Filed: 2017-03-27
Abstract: A foldable aerodynamic structure has a second region 11 movable relative to, and connected to a first region 12 by a slew bearing; the slew bearing 6 has a second surface 16, which rotates relative to a first surface 15 formed by a component which is at least partially integrated with a load-bearing part 122, such that component loads are transmitted to the load-bearing part. Preferably, the first region 12 is a root section of an aircraft wing and the second region 11 is a wing tip section. The component may be integrally formed with the first load-bearing part (fig.2,25,222). Alternatively, the component may be a separate ring (fig.6,47), which is partially received in a semi-circular or v-shaped recess in the load-bearing part (fig.4a). The ring may have segments which can be separated, with an anchor (fig.6,61) between segments used to prevent rotation. The second bearing surface may have upper and lower parts (fig.4b,481,482), both attached to load-bearing parts in each region.
Patent GB-2561258-A (GB)
Title: System and method for measuring atmospheric attenuation
Inventor: Antonio Banda Rueda
IPC: G01N21/53
Filed: 2017-06-08
Abstract: A system for measuring atmospheric attenuation of radiation comprises at least one vehicle, a radiation source and a radiation detector configured to measure the radiation from the source. The system further comprises means for precise positioning of the vehicle. The vehicle may be a drone (D) and/or a rover (R) and they may be autonomous or remotely controlled. The radiation detector is mounted on the drone and the radiation source is mounted on the rover (or vice versa), and the system is config­ured such that the atmospheric attenuation of the radiation can be measured over several distances and elevation angles. Such a system is optimally suited to performing all the measurements necessary for monitoring atmospheric attenuation at a central tower concentrated solar power plant.
Patent GB-2567174-A (GB)
Title: Motion arrangement
Inventor: ANTHONY RICHARD GLOVER
IPC: G09B9/048
Filed: 2017-10-04
Abstract: A motion arrangement for a vehicle simulator for moving a load with six degrees of freedom is disclosed. The motion arrangement comprises struts 4, 5, 6, 7, each being rotatably attached to a respective primary sled 8, 11, 12, 13 and coupled to the load 1. An intermediate link 24, 25 is attached respectively to struts 4, 5 and secondary sleds 9, 10. The intermediate links are attached to the struts at a location between their respective sleds and the load and thus movement of the pair of the intermediate links causes the associated struts to pivot, in turn imparting motion onto the load. An elastic support 70 is coupled to the first support and exerts an upwards force on the load via the first support. The elastic support is mounted so that the rate of compression of the elastic support reduces with increasing downward vertical motion of the load.