baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-926259-A (GB)
Abstract: 926,259. Tape recorders; timing. F. C. G. VAN BAERLE, and C. L. M. KERKHOVEN. March 13, 1962 [March 15, 1961], No. 9523/62. Class 40 (2). [Also in Groups XIX and XXXVI] A timed information recorder as in Specification 858,788 has the speech or other matter recorded on one track 5 of a record tape and timing pulses 11, 14 of constant repetition rate recorded on a second track 9, the pulses comprising trains of either one of two frequencies alternated at the boundaries 10, 13, separating consecutive items of information 12, 15. As embodied in a magnetic tape commentary recorder, Fig. 3, the output on playback from the timer track head 19 is connected to frequency-selective amplifiers 20, 21, each operating pulse-counters 22, 23. The boundaries 10, 13 are thus indicated by the start of one counter and the stopping of the other. To avoid harmonic interaction, the frequencies are preferably in the ratio of #2: 1. Alternative embodiments either omit one of the amplifiers 20, 21, timing being registered by differences and the operation or not of the tuned counter, or there may be two tuned and one untuned counters by which latter, errors due to stopping, the tape at points such as 10, 13, during transcription of the information, may be resolved.
Patent GB-2266860-A (GB)
Title: Rebating tool
Inventor: DEAN DOUGLAS BRIAN
IPC: B27F5/12
Filed: 1993-01-07
Abstract: The tool has a body (2) on which is mounted a carrier (22) for a blade (30) having a sharp lower edge (32). The blades extend through a rectangular opening in the body (2), so that a rectangular cut may be made in a workpiece (6) when the body (2) is located thereagainst. A second blade (40) is slidably mounted on the body for movement generally at right angles to the movement of carrier (22), the vertical position of blade (42) being adjustable. The blade (42) may remove material from the workpiece delineated by the blade (30), so facilitating the production of a rebate for a hinge. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2275699-A (GB)
Title: Bidet fitting for a toilet
Inventor: BEJAOUI BECHIR
IPC: E03D9/08
Filed: 1993-03-02
Abstract: A fitting (16) is mounted onto a toilet pan (10) and comprises a mixer chamber and liquid outlet (32) The fitting (16) serves as a mount for the toilet seat (18) and enables the toilet to act as a bidet. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2264948-A (GB)
Title: Human adenosine receptors
Inventor: JACOBSON MARLENE A
IPC: C12N15/12
Filed: 1993-03-05
Abstract: Recombinant human adenosine receptors A1, A2a, A2b and A3 which have been prepared by cDNA cloning and polymerase chain reaction techniques. The invention also concerns expression systems for these receptors. The recombinant adenosine receptors can be utilized in an assay to identify and evaluate entities that bind to or enhance binding to adenosine receptors.
Patent GB-2266629-A (GB)
Title: Connector terminal examining device capable of detecting deformation of terminal of connector
Inventor: MICHIMASA NORO
IPC: G01R31/04
Filed: 1993-04-27
Abstract: A connector terminal examining device (50) detects deformed terminals (22A) of a connector (20) at the time of checking conduction of the terminals (22). Detector contacts (11) for contacting contacts (22) are provided in a detector body (5). A terminal deformation detecting member (15) has holes (14) of size necessary and sufficient to insert undeformed terminals (22) formed in positions corresponding to the respective detectors (11) but the member (15) blocks deformed terminals (22A). Consequently, conduction between the terminals (22A) and the detectors (11) is not obtained and the deformation of the terminal or terminals (22A) can be detected. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2266483-A (GB)
Title: Die-casting involving spraying solid lubricant on spool bushing and injection sleeve
Inventor: SUGANUMA TETSURO
IPC: B22D17/20
Filed: 1993-04-28
Abstract: Solid lubricant is sprayed on inner surfaces of an injection sleeve 85 and a spool bushing 86 used to inject molten material so as to form a coating. A first spraying assembly 1 has nozzles 11, 12 directed at the injection sleeve 85 and a second spraying assembly 2 has a nozzle 21 directed at the spool bushing 86. The nozzles 11, 12, 21 are connected to a tank 4 for the solid lubricant. The first and second spray assemblies 1, 2 are moved by moving devices 3, 23. Nozzle cleaning devices 71, 72 are provided for cleaning the nozzles 11, 12, 21 after the completion of a spraying operation. In a modification two spraying assemblies and two cleaning devices are provided. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2268513-A (GB)
Title: Garment material transmitting sunlight
Inventor: RIEDEL HERBERT
IPC: A41D31/00
Filed: 1993-05-14
Abstract: PCT No. PCT/EP93/01024 Sec. 371 Date Dec. 9, 1993 Sec. 102(e) Date Dec. 9, 1993 PCT Filed Apr. 28, 1993 PCT Pub. No. WO94/01010 PCT Pub. Date Jan. 20, 1994.A bathing wear is made of a net-like knitted fabric printed with contrasting bright colors, composed of 73% nylon and 27% of a polyurethane elastomer. The knitted fabric has a multiplicity of hexagonal mesh openings, which are aligned in rows in three directions. This bathing wear allows about two-thirds of the incident UV radiation of the sun to pass and thus gives rise to full body tanning, without being transparent however even when wet. In addition, the bathing wear is quick-drying and fits the body elastically.
Patent GB-2278909-A (GB)
Title: Projection device
Inventor: GILBERT ROBERT JACKSON
IPC: F41A19/29
Filed: 1993-06-09
Abstract: A hand held personal protection device for firing a projectile 4 for delivering a non-lethal blow to an assailant comprises a housing 6 for a charge of a propellant material and a projectile 4 which includes a blind passage so that the projectile can fit over the housing. When the device is fired the projectile is propelled by the force exerted by the propellant material on a surface of the projectile which defines at least part of the passage. A firing mechanism comprising a spring operated firing pin 102 is connected to a rotatable and slidable handle 10 used for the dual purpose of cocking the firing mechanism or placing the firing mechanism in a safe condition in which the device cannot be fired. A push button trigger 8 releases the cocked firing pin upon depression thereof. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2279120-A (GB)
Title: Slidable assemblies and probe elements
Inventor: SCARFFE MICHAEL FREDERICK
IPC: F16C1/20
Filed: 1993-06-16
Abstract: A probe element (3) for probe apparatus such as a dental probe comprises a curved tubular sheath (5) having a proximal end for connection to main body of the probe apparatus and an open distal end. A probe member slides within the sheath and has a proximal end (22) for connection to position sensing components in the probe apparatus main body and a distal end (30) that protrudes by a variable extent from the open distal end of the sheath. Within the sheath the probe member is made up of a series of relatively large diameter beads (26) joined by smaller diameter bridges (28) to provide improved mobility of the probe member in the sheath even after prolonged storage. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2268548-A (GB)
Title: Bearing
Inventor: NIWA KOSABURO
IPC: F16C21/00
Filed: 1993-07-01
Abstract: A bearing (1) capable of functioning as both a radial and thrust bearing has a metallic outer tube (2) with a flange (3), an inner tube or race (7) of resin also having a flange (8), radial rollers (5), thrust balls (6) and a collar (11). A plurality of roller receiving grooves (9) are formed (parallel to the bearing axis) on the outer periphery of the inner tube while a plurality of ball receiving recesses (8a) are formed (circumferentially around the bearing axis) on the flange (8) of the inner tube. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2270489-A (GB)
Title: Scissor action tools
Inventor: WENSLEY STEPHEN
IPC: B26B13/26
Filed: 1993-09-10
Abstract: A scissor action tool, such as a pair of loppers, comprises two lever arms 10, 11 pivoted together at a point between the ends to provide two operating arms 17, 18 to one side of the pivot 12 and two co-operating jaws 13, 14 at the other side of the pivot 12. One operating arm 18 includes a mechanism which, in a first arc of movement, between an extreme open position of the arms and an intermediate open position of the arms, provides a force multiplying effect between the arm and the jaws by providing a 2:1 movement between the arm and the jaw. In the remainder of the closing movement, the ratio is 1:1. Lever arm 18 is pivotally connected to jaw 14 at 22 and has a crank 20. The mechanism comprises a cam 24, connected to crank 20, which cooperates with sides 28 of a guide slot 26 in arm 10. In addition a circular member around the cam cooperates with the sides 27 of slot 25 in a plate member 21 as part of jaw 14. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2275257-A (GB)
Title: Glue stick
Inventor: EICHLER KLAUS
IPC: B43M11/06
Filed: 1994-01-19
Abstract: A glue stick comprises a hollow casing (1) with a holder for the glue stick located therein, which is surrounded by an attachable protective cap (6). The plunge-like holder (3) is located at the level of the upper edge of the casing by means of a support (2) firmly anchored in the base of said hollow casing (1), and a stabilising tube (5) is arranged to slide in longitudinal direction in the manner of a telescope in the area between the outside wall of said holder (3) and the inside wall of said hollow casing (1) and is provided with a broader stop (5a) at its head end. The protective cap (6) may be slipped onto the outside wall of said hollow casing until it reaches the stop at a ring-shaped step (7). <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2287569-A (GB)
Title: Beer engine pump clip badge
Inventor: COOK NIGEL PETER
IPC: G09F23/06
Filed: 1994-03-15
Abstract: A pump clip, eg a real ale badge, has a plaque 17 which is fixed to a retaining clip 13 which has a brand badge 18 used for indicating product available at point of retail sale. The plaque includes illumination means 12 operated by a tilt switch 16 when the pump handle is pulled. The illumination means 12 may be associated with a gravity operated lever arm (19, Fig. 5). A timer 15 may be included in the plaque and may be in operation when the pump is not is use. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2274807-A (GB)
Title: Bale Transporter
Inventor: MITCHELL DAVID
IPC: A01D90/08
Filed: 1992-09-16
Abstract: A self-loading bale transporter (1) for agricultural use is disclosed, particularly adapted for use with round bales (20). The self-loading bale transporter includes a support (2) which is movable between a position in which bales (20) may be loaded and unloaded, and a position for transporting the bales. The bale transporter (1) is further provided with loading means which are capable of clamping the bale (20) onto the support during loading and transportation, and then releasing the bale (20) when it is unloaded. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2288434-A (GB)
Title: Anti-rubbing block for a friction stay
Inventor: BAKER NEIL MARTIN
IPC: E05D15/30
Filed: 1994-04-14
Abstract: An anti-rubbing block 9 for a friction stay, comprises a body 11 for positioning within a track 1 of a friction stay. The body 11 extends above the track 1 to prevent rubbing of a link 5 of the stay on the track 1. A flange 13 extends from the body 11 parallel to the track 1, for attachment to a slider 3 of the stay such that the anti-rubbing block 9 moves with the slider 3 along the track 1 during opening and closing of the stay. Such an anti-rubbing block 9 assists in avoiding unnecessary wear and tear, especially when the slider 3 has a metal surface. The anti-rubbing block 9 may be manufactured from translucent acetal. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2293958-A (GB)
Title: Insert for ballet shoe
Inventor: GALVAGNI MARIO ANTHONY
IPC: A43B5/12
Filed: 1994-10-13
Abstract: An insert 1 for a ballet pointe shoe consists of a hollow member formed from a blank of micro-cellular material and has a section tapering from a shaped open end 10 to a substantially straight and flat closed toe end portion 2. The member comprises an upper, generally flat portion 3, a sole portion, also generally flat and extending from the closed end. A first curved side portion 5a has an extreme end extending beyond the small toe joint and a curved second side portion 6a having an end extending beyond the big toe joint. The side end portions are joined by a curved portion extending toward the toe end and providing an instep engaging portion. The side portions are joined along a seam to provide the sole portion and the seam covered by strengthening tape extending around the toe portion from the instep engaging portion. The insert, in use, alleviates pressure on the ends of the toes of the dancer and also protects the small and big toe joints. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2285785-A (GB)
Title: External storage for automobiles eg for carrying a wheelchair
Inventor: EDENSOR KIERON JOHN DOUGLAS
IPC: B60R9/06
Filed: 1995-01-23
Abstract: A rigid storage container 2 for mounting externally to the rear of an automobile by an articulated mounting to enable it to be movable between a raised travel position and a lowered position proximate to the ground to facilitate loading and unloading of the container. The lowered position provides clearance to allow a rear upwardly lifting door of the automobile to be opened. <IMAGE>
Patent GB-2298819-A (GB)
Title: Tinting or opaque coating of hydrogel soft contact lens
Inventor: MATHARU TEJPRAKASH SINGH
IPC: G02C7/02
Filed: 1995-03-13
Abstract: The apparatus comprises a base 12 supporting a mandrel 13 having a curved upper surface 14, a support member 16 adapted to be attached to the base, a screen stencil mask 20 for support by the support member, the support member 16 including a central blocking member 17 for covering and engaging the effective central area of the screen mask, and a peripheral blocking member 19 for engaging the mask in an annulus around the central blocking member. An opening between the blocking members allows liquid 25 to be introduced onto the screen mask when supported on the support. The screen mask in the annulus has a stencil pattern to be marked on the substrate. Biasing means 15 are shown. An opaque coating is applied to an iris area of a contact lens using barium chloride followed by aqueous sulphuric acid.
Patent GB-2301394-A (GB)
Title: Angular adjustment mechanism
Inventor: SHEPHARD PHILIP CHARLES
IPC: B60N2/225
Filed: 1995-05-27
Abstract: An angular adjustment mechanism for adjusting the angular displacement of a seat back relative to a seat cushion has first and second internal toothed ring gears 18 which are interconnected and secured to the seat back, a third internally toothed ring gear 27 being mounted intermediate of and rotatable relative to the first and second ring gears, the third ring gear being secured to the seat cushion frame, the first, second and third ring gears being of the same diameter, the first and second ring gears having equal numbers of teeth and the third ring gear having a different number of teeth; a control gear 40 is located axially within the first, second and third ring gears, and at least one planet gear 45 is located in meshing engagement with the control gear and with the first, second and third ring gears, a tooth on each of the first and second ring gears being aligned with a tooth on the third ring gear at the point of meshing of the planet gear.
Patent GB-2305269-A (GB)
Title: Developing a layout for a semiconductor circuit element
Inventor: WEISBERGER EYTON
IPC: G06F17/50
Filed: 1995-08-25
Abstract: A method for developing a layout for a semiconductor circuit element comprises the steps of: ```providing a representation (14) for each basic cell (2) of a plurality of basic cells, each basic cell representation including a fixed layout configuration (3) and a plurality of different selectable layout configurations (4), each of the plurality being identified by a connection identifier such as (8,A=B); ```defining the circuit element in terms of the basic cells and connections within the cells required to realise the circuit element; ```producing a representation of a simple layout of the circuit element, the representation including the fixed layout configuration (3) of each of the defined basic cells; ```selecting, for each cell, that representation of the layout configuration (4), from the plurality of different layout configurations, which has a connection identifier which corresponds to the defined connections within the defined cell; and ```combining the representations of the selected layout configurations with the corresponding defined basic cell in the simple layout, wherein a physical realisation of the combination provides the layout for the circuit element.
Patent GB-2296012-A (GB)
Title: Detection of heat-stable proteins from meat of ruminant
Inventor: ANSFIELD MICHAEL
IPC: G01N33/68
Filed: 1994-08-04
Abstract: A method is provided for concentrating heat stable proteins in immunogenic extracts prepared from rendered animal materials, and compounds feeds containing these, thus increasing the sensitivity of tests such as immunoassays when they incorporate such preparative method as a preliminary step. A first aspect of the present invention provides a method for pretreating heat stable proteins proteins derived from a rendered animal material prior to performing an assay for their presence comprising (a) preparing a protein containing extract of the material, (b) removing substantially all or part of the gelatin from the extract, preferably with plant protein and oils, and (c) concentrating the remaining protein such that it tests positive for protein. Preferably by immunoassay at a dilution of greater than 1 in 6,000 for rendered meat and bonemeal and at 1 in 400 for compound feeds. The method particularly comprises preparing a liquid buffered extract of the rendered material, removing solid material, e.g. by filtering, adding a salt to the extract at such a concentration as to cause preferential precipitation of gelatin, separating the gelatin precipitate from the extract, increasing the concentration of the salt until a substantial portion of the remainder of the protein is precipitated, and isolating that protein. Preferred salts are ammonium salts, particularly ammonium sulphate. Preferential precipitation of gelatin is conveniently carried out by adding sufficient of the salt to the buffered extract to provide between a 30 and 70 % weight salt solution. In order to precipitate the heat stable proteins once the gelatin has been removed further ammonium sulphate is added to give a final concentration in excess of 80 % weight and preferably about 92.5% weight.
Patent GB-2310357-A (GB)
Title: A mitt including an extendible sleeve
Inventor: CLARK JOHN
IPC: A41D19/00
Filed: 1996-02-23
Abstract: A mitt 10 has a sleeve which can be stored at the cuff 24 of the mitt or can be extended to cover the arm. The storage of the sleeve is preferably within a pouch 30. The mitt may incorporate material such as Lycra (RTM) or be treated with liquid such as Rayosan to provide a high level of UV radiation protection for the user's hands. The mitt may comprise a hand member 12 devoid of attachment to the fingers or hand of the user, simply resting upon the back of the hand and fingers. The sleeve may be detachable from the mitt.
Patent GB-2311928-A (GB)
Title: All-in-one aerodynamic apparel for jockeys/riders in equestrian sports/activities
Inventor: ALLEN JAMES PATRICK
IPC: A41D13/02
Filed: 1996-04-11
Abstract: An all-in-one aerodynamic garment/body suit for equestrian activities/sports; having a wind-drag reduction fabric coated in a waterproofing substance. The apparel is equipped with anti-slip padding and protection on the medial aspect of the lower limb (2), an aerohood (1), anti-slip material or grip on the palm regions of the suit (4), feet and ankle protection ((3) and (6) respectively), as well as a heel (5). The garment must accomodate sport compulsory and legal requirements, which are to be worn beneath the all-in-one garment. Entrance to the suit is via a zip (7) situated on the anterior side of the upper body. The garment reduces the wind drag of the jockey, reducing the energy expenditure of the racehorse, thus improving performance.
Patent GB-2301146-A (GB)
Title: Flap housing, switch actuator and detent mechanism for a foldable telephone
Inventor: GILBERT WILLIAM A
IPC: H04W88/02
Filed: 1996-05-23
Abstract: A rotatable flap housing 14 for a foldable telephone has a hinge pin 72 which includes a first portion with an actuator 96 for engaging a switch (44, Figs 3, 6) when the housing is in a first position, and a second portion having an actuator 88 for engaging a detent stop (110, Fig 7) when the housing is in a second position. Preferably the actuator 96 engages the switch 44 to deactivate the telephone when the flap housing 14 is in a closed position and the actuator 88 engages the detent stop 110 to maintain the flap housing 14 in an open position.
Patent GB-2302355-A (GB)
Title: Bottom supporting construction for a leg end of a displaceable jack-up platform
Inventor: MANSCHOT DIRK
IPC: E02D27/52
Filed: 1996-06-13
Abstract: A bottom supporting construction for a leg end of a displaceable jack-up platform is disclosed. The platform comprises a block-shaped leg end part (4) and a supporting element (5) which can be positioned and anchored on a bottom under water and which is provided with a supporting face (7) for a leg end (4), while a resilient sealing collar (10), closed in itself, and buffer means (11), which in unloaded condition have a height less than that of the sealing collar (10), are arranged so that when the leg end (4), comes to rest on the supporting element (5), a space closed off from the environment is formed between that leg end (4), that sealing collar (10) and the supporting face (7), and closable discharge means (14) are present for enabling water to be discharged from that space. If so desired, upwardly extending supporting means (8,9) can be arranged on the supporting face (7), which receive the leg end (4) at least locally with relatively close abutment, so that those supporting means (8, 9) can support the leg end in the horizontal direction.
Patent GB-2317014-A (GB)
Title: Measurement of heat flux in ovens
Inventor: ROLSTON ROBERT MITCHELL
IPC: G01K17/20
Filed: 1996-08-28
Abstract: Apparatus for measuring heat flux comprises first and second sensors (6a,6b) arranged to pass through an oven in line astern. Each sensor (6a,6b) comprises means for measuring the temperature difference across a thermally insulating layer, one surface of the sensor (6a,6b) being exposed to the heat flux, and each sensor (6a,6b) includes means (11a,11b) for measuring the temperature of the exposed surface. The first sensor (6a) is radiation-absorbing and the second sensor (6b) is reflecting. The apparatus includes means (13a,13b) for measuring the gas temperature and means for recording data from the sensors (6a,6b) and from the means (13a,13b), and the signals from one of the sensors (6a) at one instant are correlated with the corresponding signals from the other sensor (6b) at a later instant, the time difference being the time taken for one sensor (6a) to reach a position formerly occupied by the other sensor (6b).
Patent GB-2306618-A (GB)
Title: Clutch disc assembly for a friction clutch.
Inventor: LOHAUS NORBERT
IPC: F16F1/04
Filed: 1996-10-01
Abstract: A drive plate 20 and a cover plate 17 fixed thereto have a hub disc 3 and at least one control plate 4 disposed between them. The hub disc, the drive plate and the cover plate have alignable windows 28,29,2 which receive springs 25 of a torsion damper. The control pate is provided with two diametrical arms 42,43 with stop tabs 40 for engaging the springs. The windows in the hub disc each have a recess 30 on an edge 31 which extends circumferentially, the stop tabs having projections 41 which fit in the recess.