baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2516377-A (GB)
Title: Method for identifying a user of a vehicle
Inventor: WANG JIN
IPC: H04W12/06
Filed: 2014-07-17
Abstract: A method of identifying the user of a vehicle is disclosed. The method comprises displaying at least one code comprising identification data of the vehicle, such as a bar code or QR code, on the display of the vehicle S1; scanning and decoding the code with a mobile terminal to determine the identification data S2; forwarding the identification data to a server S3; and identifying the user on the basis of the identification data. User-specific data is assigned to the user by the server S4, which forwards it to the vehicle S5. At least one component of the vehicle is operated on the basis of the user-specific data S6. This component may be a seat, wherein at least one portion of the seat is adjusted on the basis of the data. It could also be a software application, for which the settings are set on the basis of the data. At least one software application may use the user-specific data to execute a login procedure. Such a method allows a vehicle to be set up for a user automatically, thus making it particularly easy and comfortable to use the vehicle.
Patent GB-2514039-A (GB)
Title: System and method for minimization of force variation in a solenoid within a pressurized flow system
Inventor: SHREVE JOSHUA A
IPC: G05D16/20
Filed: 2013-03-07
Abstract: Exemplary embodiments are directed to systems and methods used to minimize force variation from a solenoid through an operating stroke. The systems and methods generate a near constant or substantially constant force solenoid assembly which can be used in a force driven device, such as, for example, a pressure regulator for accurately controlling pressure in a pressurized flow system. The systems and methods are based on an initial solenoid characterization and include an application of springs and placement of the solenoid within the system at a gap distance to minimize variation in force in the operating stroke of a commercially available solenoid.
Patent GB-2529865-A (GB)
Title: A method of manufacture of injection moulded articles
Inventor: FOAD RAYMOND
IPC: B29C45/73
Filed: 2014-09-04
Abstract: A method of manufacture of an injection moulded article comprising the steps of: providing a mould tool 4 having at least one cavity 12 located therein; bringing the temperature of at least a portion of the mould tool to a first temperature; injecting a polymeric material comprising at least one aesthetic additive into the or each cavity; bringing the temperature of at least a portion of the mould tool to a second lower temperature; wherein said polymeric material further comprises a disrupting agent. The polymeric material may be an amorphous or crystalline, semi-crystalline polymer wherein the first temperature is equal to or higher than the glass transition or melting temperatures respectively of the polymer. The aesthetic additive may be pigments or metallic flakes / spangle. The disrupting agent may comprise a number of different agents including glass, carbon or ceramic fibres; a chemical or physical blowing agent. An article formed by the method is further disclosed. An injection moulded article comprising a polymeric material and an aesthetic agent, wherein the article comprises substantially no visible weld, meld, flow or fold lines is disclosed. The use of a disrupting agent to prevent or reduce visible anomalies in an injection moulded article comprising a polymeric material and an aesthetic agent is also provided.
Patent GB-2524867-A (GB)
Title: Geometrically and parametrically modifying user input to assist drawing
Inventor: WINNEMOELLER HOLGER
IPC: G06T11/20
Filed: 2015-02-03
Abstract: Methods for providing drawing assistance to a user sketching an image include geometrically correcting adjusting user strokes to improve their placement and appearance. In particular, one or more guidance maps indicate where the user "should" draw lines. As a user draws a stroke, the stroke is geometrically corrected by moving the stroke toward a portion of the guidance maps corresponding to the feature of the image the user is intending to draw based feature labels. To further improve the user drawn lines, parametric adjustments are optionally made to the geometrically-corrected stroke to emphasize "correctly" drawn lines and de-emphasize "incorrectly" drawn line.
Patent GB-2536418-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in light testing
Inventor: MALIN DIXON
IPC: G01R31/00
Filed: 2015-03-10
Abstract: A vehicle comprises a plurality of vehicle lights to be matched by additional lights in use; respective connecting interfaces associated with each of the vehicle lights; and an electronic controller for controlling supply of light-activating power to the vehicle lights and to the associated connecting interfaces. The controller is configured, in a light testing mode, to supply said power to each of the vehicle lights and to each of the associated connecting interfaces in a sequence for inspecting whether additional lights connected in use to the connecting interfaces match the vehicle lights. Related systems, methods and controllers are also described.
Patent GB-2522813-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for determination of formation bubble point in downhole tool
Inventor: KISCHKAT TOBIAS
IPC: E21B49/08
Filed: 2013-10-29
Abstract: An apparatus for estimating a bubble point of a fluid in an earth formation penetrated by a borehole includes: a pump configured to pump fluid from the earth formation through an extendable probe into a volume; and a processor. The processor is configured to perform a pressure-volume test on the fluid sample. The test includes: increasing the pressure of the fluid sample above formation pressure and logging the pressure and volume of the fluid sample; calculating a reference compressibility of the fluid sample; decreasing the pressure of the fluid sample and logging the pressure and volume; calculating a compressibility of the fluid sample using the logged pressure and volume obtained from during the decreasing; comparing the calculated compressibility to a threshold; and estimating the bubble point as the current fluid sample pressure when the calculated compressibility first meets or exceeds the threshold factor.
Patent GB-2543252-A (GB)
Title: Control of cache data
Inventor: JIM WILKINSON
IPC: H04L12/721
Filed: 2015-08-27
Abstract: A machine-implemented method and apparatus for controlling transfer of data items from a data cache component, in communication with storage using a relatively higher-latency path 110 and a relatively lower-latency path 114, comprises: receiving metadata 104 defining a first characteristic of data selected for inspection; responsive to the metadata, seeking a match 106 between the first characteristic and a second characteristic of the data items in the data cache component; selecting 108 the plurality of data items where the data items have the second characteristic matching the first characteristic; and passing the selected data items from the data cache component using the relatively lower-latency path 114.
Patent GB-2542622-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for performing complex fourier transforms
Inventor: ALEXANDER JOSEPH MACFADEN
IPC: G06F17/14
Filed: 2015-09-28
Abstract: A method of performing a complex Fourier transform of an input function comprising amplitude and phase information, the method includes the steps of: decomposing the input function into a plurality of sub-functions, wherein the Fourier transform of each sub-function comprises an amplitude function and a phase function in which the phase is constrained to a plurality of possible phase values; determining the phase function of the Fourier transform of each sub-function by measuring the amplitude function of an optical Fourier transform of the sub-function and changes in the amplitude function of the optical Fourier transform caused by applying a perturbation function to the sub-function; and combining the determined phase functions and the measured amplitude functions for each sub-function to form the complex Fourier transform of the input function. The method described may be performed using optical components. In embodiments, the input function and perturbed input function are represented or displayed on a spatial light modulator 101 and the Fourier transform is performed optically by an appropriately positioned Fourier transform lens 103.
Patent GB-2538334-A (GB)
Title: A device for nursing mothers
Inventor: EMILY NOTT
IPC: A41D1/20
Filed: 2015-10-07
Abstract: A breast-covering garment 14 comprises an attachment device for retaining a breast pad 38 within the garment. The attachment device may be in the form of a retaining strap 42; or may be any other releasable fastener, such as a button, a snap fastener, or hook and loop tape.  The garment may also include shoulder straps (22, figure 1) with adjustment means 36 and quick release clasps 32, 34. Such clasps enable the breasts to be uncovered whilst feeding.  Such a garment, in the form of a vest, top, or camisole, is less restrictive than a traditional nursing bra, which may inhibit milk supply and lead to conditions such as mastitis.
Patent GB-2533675-A (GB)
Title: Communication method and system
Inventor: ADAM STROUD
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 2013-07-30
Abstract: A controller 40 comprises a long range communication interface for receiving a communication from a mobile device; and at least one control interface for controlling at least one system or device located in the vicinity of a local device. The controller is configured to determine whether a mobile device is authorised to use the control or access function 44a, 44b, 44c based on information contained in a long range communication received from the mobile device, and the control interface is configured to control a system or device 52, 54, 56, 58 identified by an identifier contained in the long range communication received from the mobile device when it is determined that the mobile device is authorised to use the control or access function. The local device may be an NFC token that can transmit an identifier to the mobile device when the devices are in close proximity. The controller may perform a further control or access control function in the absence of a further communication from the mobile device within a time period. The invention can be used to control locks, lighting, heating, power sources and other equipment. The mobile device can be a mobile telephone, smartphone or tablet.
Patent GB-2543367-A (GB)
Title: Multiple finger fingerprint authentication device
Inventor: Jose Ignacio Wintergerst Lavin
IPC: G06F21/32
Filed: 2015-12-03
Abstract: A fingerprint authentication device 102, comprising a fingerprint sensor 130, a display interface 140 for indicating a digit of a hand to be presented to the fingerprint sensor 130, and a fingerprint authentication module 120 configured to determine whether a fingerprint scanned by the fingerprint sensor 130 matches a fingerprint template stored by the device and corresponding to the indicated digit. Also claimed is a method of authenticating the bearer of the device, comprising indicating a digit of a hand to be presented using a display interface, scanning the digit presented to a fingerprint sensor, and authenticating the identity of the bearer by determining whether a fingerprint scanned matches a template stored by the device which corresponds to the indicated digit. Further claimed is a method of fingerprint enrolment for the portable fingerprint authentication device, comprising indicating a first digit to be presented using the display interface, performing one or more scans of a presented digit, and generating a fingerprint template for the indicated digit based on the scans.
Patent GB-2546527-A (GB)
Title: Multifunctional torque keys
Inventor: JON OTEGUI VAN LEEUW
IPC: B25B13/06
Filed: 2016-01-21
Abstract: An L shaped or T shaped hex key or Allen key has an external surface at one end of the key at least, the geometry of which may have two parallel edges 5.3 each end of which has a further edge arranged at an internal angle of 135 degrees 5.2. The outer surface of the key is completed at each end by a pair of edges arranged at a 120 degree internal angle 5.1. The shape of this outer surface enables the key to engage with square and hexagonal cavities of fasteners such as nuts or bolts. The device also has at least one socketed end which may have a star shaped inner surface with four internal 90 degree angles 6.6 alternating with four internal 120 degree angles 6.4, each angle defined by a pair of edges that enables it to engage with the outer surface of square and hexagonal fasteners.
Patent GB-2547278-A (GB)
Title: A missile for use in a laser beam riding missle guidance system
Inventor: PADDY MALLON
IPC: F41G7/26
Filed: 2016-02-15
Abstract: A method for aligning a missile with a target in a laser beam riding missile guidance system is disclosed. The method reduces or removes the alignment error associated with the centre of the laser beam pattern and the target aim point in the optical sight. The system includes a laser transmitter for generating and projecting a laser information field towards the target, and an optical sight for aiming the laser beam towards the target. The method comprises: determining a point in the laser information field with which the missile is currently aligned; determining a distance of the target from the missile; determining an angular displacement between the missiles current direction of travel and the direction in which the target lies from the missile; determining, based on said distance and angular displacement, a new point in the laser information field with which the missile should be aligned to reach the target; and controlling missile guidance systems on board the missile to bring the missile into alignment with the new point in the laser information field.
Patent GB-2548855-A (GB)
Title: Oxidation resistant coating and methods of manufacturing thereof
Inventor: Samuel A Humphry-Baker
IPC: C23C16/42
Filed: 2016-03-30
Abstract: A method of forming an oxidation resistant coating on a ceramic-metal composite comprising tungsten carbide, tungsten boride or boron carbide and a metallic binder material, comprising mixing the cermet with silicon and an activator and exposing the mixture to an inert gas and heating it to a certain temperature for a certain period. The method is in effect a pack cementation process, although other routine techniques, such as chemical vapour deposition (CVD), may be employed. Cooling may follow, preferably at a rate of 5 to 10oC per minute. The metallic binder may be iron, cobalt, nickel, chromium or mixtures thereof, preferably in the form of a matrix, and account for just 10% wt of the cermet. The activator may be a halide salt, preferably NaF, NaCl, NH4Cl or KBF4. The applied temperature may be 700-1200oC, preferably 1000oC, and the period of heating may last from 0.1 to 10 hours, preferably 1-4 h. The inert gas is preferably a 95:5 mixture of argon and hydrogen. The coating consists essentially of metal silicide, which in the case of iron may be FeSi, FeSi2, FeSi3 or Fe3Si7, and preferably has a thickness in the range of 5-500 μm, more preferably 40-70 μm.
Patent GB-2553550-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for controlling air-inlet flow based on neighbouring vehicles
Inventor: RICHARD ALLAN SMITH
IPC: B60H1/00
Filed: 2016-09-08
Abstract: An air inlet controller for a vehicle, comprising: input receiver arranged to receive a neighbouring vehicle signal 80 indicative of a presence of a neighbouring vehicle; output transmitter arranged to output a flow control signal to control a flow control 90, e.g. a fan for controlling a flow of air through an air inlet of the vehicle; and a processor arranged to determine the flow control signal in dependence on the neighbouring vehicle signal. The input signal could be the adjacent vehicles speed, location, size or wake characteristics, and could be detected by a camera or proximity sensor. The presence of a nearby vehicle can affect the airflow into the HVAC system, e.g. creating areas of low pressure, the controller can compensate for this. The controller also takes into account the current vehicles speed. Also claimed is a method of controlling the system, and computer program running the method.
Patent GB-2555568-A (GB)
Title: Automatic car camera
Inventor: JOHN ALLARD
IPC: G08G1/16
Filed: 2016-09-30
Abstract: Disclosed is a device for mounting to the rear of the vehicle, the device having a mounting mechanism 81, a camera 84, and a sensor 83. The device can record movement, for instance, of a tailing vehicle. The sensor may be a proximity sensor such as a passive infrared sensor (PIR) which detects whether a tailing vehicle is tailgating, and in turn activate the camera if it is. The device may also display a message to the tailing vehicle warning them that they are being recorded. This device may therefore deter tailgating and provide evidence to third parties should an accident occur. The device may be powered either by a lithium-ion battery or by the 12V supply of the vehicle. It may be capable of being remotely controlled by a smartphone. It may be mounted by suction cups, adhesive, or magnetic means. The device may be rotationally adjustable. The camera may store data on a SD flash memory card or a dedicated hard drive. The device may have wired or wireless data communication means.
Patent GB-2547072-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for managing queues
Inventor: Chung Man Ng
IPC: G07C11/00
Filed: 2016-12-01
Abstract: A computer system 102 and computer-implemented method for managing a queue of one or more service requests includes creating a queue of one or more service requests pertaining to one or more services delivered through a service location. A queue registration request is received from a user device 104-1; 104-2; 104-3 in order to register a service request associated with a user in the queue. The queue registration request is processed to register the service request in the queue so recording a position of the service request in the queue. The status of the queue is monitored in order to track changes in the position of the service request of the user in the queue. The status of the queue is updated to the user on the user device 104-1; 104-2; 104-3 indicating the change in position of the service request to the user. A kiosk 108 at the service location may be used to generate a QR code (RTM) in response to user input which can then be scanned by the user device and included as part of the queue registration request. The virtual queue can be created for a session time after which the queue expires.
Patent GB-2549360-A (GB)
Title: Coding interpolation filter type
Inventor: YAOWU XU
IPC: H04N19/523
Filed: 2016-12-21
Abstract: Decoding first and second blocks, and outputting/storing them. Decoding first block comprising: decoding first motion vector (MV) 820; decoding identifier of first interpolation filter (I-F) 810; reconstructing first block using first MV and first I-F. Decoding second block comprising: identifying first MV as selected MV for predicting second block 840; identifying first I-F as selected I-F, in response to identifying first MV 850; reconstructing second block using first MV and first I-F. Encoding first and second blocks, and transmitting or storing output bit-stream. Generating first encoded block comprising: identifying first MV for predicting first block 710; identifying first I-F for predicting first block 720. Generating second encoded block comprising: identifying either first MV or second MV as candidate MV for predicting second block; identifying selected MV from candidate MVs; when selected MV is first MV 740, identifying first I-F as selected I-F for predicting second block 750. Decoding current block and outputting or storing current block, comprising: identifying previously decoded block which is spatially proximal to current block in current frame; identifying MV from previously decoded block as selected MV for predicting current block; identifying I-F in response to identifying MV; reconstructing current block using selected MV and I-F.
Patent GB-2547323-A (GB)
Title: System and method for seamless mobility of user sessions with multi-access connectivity
Inventor: RAJEEV KOODLI
IPC: H04W36/14
Filed: 2016-12-30
Abstract: Systems and methods for maintaining a user session during an access network handover are provided. The method includes establishing, between a user equipment (UE) 120 and an access network, a first connection over a first access network 130, and a second connection over a second access network 140 such that the first and second connections exist concurrently. The method includes setting the first connection as an active connection for conveying data packets for a stateful user session, and setting the second connection as a standby connection. The method includes exchanging a series of handover messages between the UE and an access gateway 110 to transition the active connection to the standby connection, and transition the standby connection to the active connection. The stateful user session is maintained through transition and continued over the second connection. The networks may be a macro cellular network and small cell network. The access gateway 110 may maintain the same IP address for the active connection through the transition.
Patent GB-2560154-A (GB)
Title: Single sided food warming hotplate
Inventor: GARY STUART MORRIS
IPC: H05B6/12
Filed: 2017-02-05
Abstract: An electric food warming hotplate comprises a metal enclosure 1 housing a heating element 2 and an insulating material 3. The heater may be mounted in the top surface of the enclosure, such that it only heats the top surface. An electric element may also heat one side of the hotplate more than the other. The insulating material may protect all other surfaces from heating up. The heating element may be a single sided heating element such as mica etched film containing a heat reflective element. The insulating material, such as wool fiber, may fill the air space within the enclosure.
Patent GB-2566288-A (GB)
Title: Marine suction anchor
Inventor: LORENTS REINAS
IPC: E21B33/035
Filed: 2017-09-07
Abstract: A suction anchor 1 is provided that comprises a suction chamber 2 bounded by: (i) a circumferential outer wall 3, (ii) an upper wall having a central opening, and (iii) the wall of an internal housing; the internal housing defining a passage in communication with the central opening for receiving wellhead components that may be secured to the suction anchor; the suction chamber having a minor upper portion and a major lower portion; the minor upper portion comprising internal reinforcing members 9 extending along the inside of the upper wall from the outer walls to the internal housing; the major portion being adapted to be embedded in a seabed and the minor portion being adapted to project from the seabed when the anchor is installed; wherein the reinforcing members serve both to reinforce the upper wall of the chamber against collapse and to rigidly support the internal housing such that it may resist forces applied to it arising from bending moments applied to a wellhead components received and secured therein. A method of installing the suction anchor is also provided.
Patent GB-2558033-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for use in a respiratory support system
Inventor: BRUCE GORDON HOLYOAKE
IPC: A61M16/16
Filed: 2016-03-31
Abstract: An apparatus or kit for a respiratory support system for delivering humidified gas to a user or patient. The apparatus comprising a humidifier chamber in pneumatic communication with a gases source, an inspiratory conduit in pneumatic communication with the humidifier chamber downstream of the humidifier chamber, a filter that is in pneumatic communication with the inspiratory conduit downstream of the inspiratory conduit, and a patient interface for delivering humidified gas to a user or patient, wherein the patient interface is in pneumatic communication with the filter downstream of the filter, or is configured to be placed in pneumatic communication with the filter downstream of the filter.