baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2487206-A (GB)
Title: A nozzle for a drinks bottle made of parts relatively rotatable to open and close the nozzle
Inventor: HOUGHTON ROD
IPC: B05B1/30
Filed: 2011-01-12
Abstract: A nozzle 100 comprises a nozzle body 10 and an end cap 22 which are axially aligned with one another, the end cap comprising a fluid opening and the nozzle body comprising a closing member which can move axially into contact and away from each other, wherein the end cap and nozzle body are relatively rotatable to vary the axial distance between the fluid opening and closing member, so as to open and close the nozzle. The end cap and nozzle are preferably threaded, and permanently connected to each other. Protrusions may limit the extent of twist. The nozzle may a drink pouch / water bottle cap. The nozzle body may have a base portion and a neck portion with a filling hole through which a fluid / drink can be poured (see figures 5, 6) into the bottle. The neck is subsequently pushed into locking engagement with the base portion, covering / blocking the hole to prevent refilling.
Patent GB-2488334-A (GB)
Title: Decoding a sequence of encoded digital frames
Inventor: OUEDRAOGO NAEL
IPC: H04N7/26
Filed: 2011-02-23
Abstract: The invention concerns a method of decoding a sequence of encoded digital frames encoded by an encoder using a format applying block-based prediction. The method of the invention comprises, for the decoding of an encoded digital frame which comprises a missing area, a first step of obtaining additional data associated with at least one block of said encoded digital frame. This step is followed by a step of obtaining using the additional data, for at least one block of said missing area, information identifying one type of predictor in a predetermined list of types of predictor. The information identifying one type of predictor is then used for the selection of a reconstruction method for said at least one block, e.g. by computing a predicted motion vector or predicted block. This method allows a selection of an adequate reconstruction method for blocks of a missing area, and thus improves the visual rendering of the sequence. The additional data, typically transmitted by the encoder to the decoder via the network, requires little bandwidth.
Patent GB-2477658-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for responding to a suspicious activity
Inventor: JOHNSTON MICHAEL
IPC: G06Q40/00
Filed: 2009-10-02
Abstract: An apparatus adapted to process and store data relating to a suspicious activity, the apparatus comprising: inputting means for inputting the data; a memory for storing the data; and a processor for processing the data and storing the data to memory, wherein the processor is adapted to match the inputted data with existing data which has previously been stored to memory or existing data stored at another source.
Patent GB-2493706-A (GB)
Title: Combined closed-loop hydraulic circuit and hydraulic energy storage system
Inventor: SMITH ANDREW JOHN
IPC: E02F3/43
Filed: 2011-08-11
Abstract: Disclosed is a hydraulic control system 10, 47, 54 comprising a combined closed loop hydraulic circuit 14 for controlling two or more hydraulic actuators 21, 22 and a hydraulic energy storage system comprising one or more accumulators 19, 20. The hydraulic control system 10, 47, 54 further comprises a power unit 11. The closed loop hydraulic circuit 14 comprises a hydraulic machine 16 operably connected to the power unit 11, first and second accumulators 19, 20 for storing hydraulic fluid, first and second hydraulic actuators 21, 22, a first valve 17 for selectively directing hydraulic fluid between the hydraulic machine 16 and either the first accumulator 19 or the first hydraulic actuator 21and a second valve 18 for selectively directing hydraulic fluid between the hydraulic machine 16 and either the second accumulator 20 or the second hydraulic actuator 22. The first hydraulic actuator 21 is fluidly connected 20 to the second hydraulic actuator 22 by one or more conduits 29.
Patent GB-2487633-A (GB)
Title: Lane monitoring for vehicle and roadside device
Inventor: STUEBING HAGEN
IPC: B60W30/12
Filed: 2012-01-16
Abstract: A method, system and roadside device are provided for lane monitoring of a motor vehicle 2. The invention includes a vehicle 2 for receiving a lane digression message from the device and for actuating a vehicle element such as braking or steering device in response. Position data of the motor vehicle 2 is determined in the infrastructure device 3 arranged adjacent to the road 1 with a storage device 4 with card reader. The card data contains information regarding a course of at least one lane 5, 6, 7 of the road 1. By means of a determined distance covered of the motor vehicle 2 and by means of the card data it is determined if the motor vehicle 2 is at least partially leaving a lane 6 of the road 1 travelled on by the motor vehicle 2. If it is determined that the motor vehicle 2 is at least partially leaving the lane 6, a sending of a message from the at least one infrastructure device 3 to the motor vehicle 2 takes place.
Patent GB-2493046-A (GB)
Title: Desulphurisation material comprising a copper compound supported on a zinc oxide support
Inventor: WILSON GORDON EDWARD
IPC: B01D53/52
Filed: 2012-05-09
Abstract: A particulate desulphurisation material comprises one or more copper compounds supported on a zinc oxide support material, wherein the desulphurisation material has a copper content, expressed as CuO, in the range 0.1 to 5.0% by weight and a tapped bulk density â ¥ 1.55 kg/l. The pore volume of the desulfurization material may be â ¤ 0.22 cm3/g; it may have a BET surface area of â ¤ 23m2/g; it may comprise binders (e.g. clay binders and cement binders); it may comprise a second support material (e.g. refractory oxides); it may comprise a second metal compound (e.g. an iron, manganese, cobalt or nickel compound). The copper compound may be copper metal, copper oxide, copper hydroxide or copper hydroxycarbonate. The zinc oxide support material may be zinc oxide, zinc oxide / alumina or a zinc-alumina.
Patent GB-2502299-A (GB)
Title: Method of automatically constructing a tall building such as a sky scraper or high rise tower.
Inventor: DHILLON INDERJIT SINGH
IPC: E04B1/35
Filed: 2012-05-21
Abstract: The method comprises: a) building a multi stacked column using a machine 6 with hydraulics to suspend an upper column 2 above a lower column 3 by separating them apart and an arm 7 attached to insert columns between the separated columns; b) building a gateway structure around the columns that stabilises the column; c) building steel platforms at ground level and then lifting them using a cable hoist; d) passing the steel platforms through the gateway structure, the gateway structure comprising a process of opening and closing different parts so that it remains attached to the columns while also creating an opening; e) locking the steel platforms to the columns and f) Strengthening the steel platforms with concrete/ Preferably the uppermost column comprises its own hoisting lifting system to reduce the requirement for using an external crane. The gateway portion in use clamps onto several columns at a number of vertically displaced points releasing the columns as the machine moves up the column.
Patent GB-2492222-A (GB)
Title: Methods and systems involving databases for energy microgeneration data
Inventor: BOOT JOHN CHRISTOPHER
IPC: G06Q50/06
Filed: 2012-06-20
Abstract: A method for analyzing electrical generation data includes receiving data associated with a generating device at a metered location (105), receiving data associated with time periods that the generating device is used at the metered location (105), processing the data sets to identify time periods that the generating device outputs electrical power to an electrical grid (113), and identifying a preferred time period that the generating device may be used to output power to the grid (113). The method further includes receiving data indicative of peak grid loading time periods and correlating this with preferred generating time periods. The user of the generating device may be offered incentives to output energy to the grid at these preferred times.
Patent GB-2490269-A (GB)
Title: Peripheral nerve growth scaffold including poly-E-caprolactone
Inventor: DOWNES SANDRA
IPC: A61K35/30
Filed: 2012-07-12
Abstract: The present invention relates to a peripheral nerve growth conduit for peripheral nerve repair, in particular to conduits through which peripheral nerves can grow, the conduit includes poly-e-caprolactone (PCL) and the conduit wall does not include pores (through holes) extending through the thickness of the conduit wall. The conduit may also include poly-lactic acid (PLA). The inner surface preferably has been treated with an alkaline composition. The conduits can be used in a method for treating peripheral nerve damage. A kit for treating a peripheral nerve damage is also disclosed, comprising a peripheral nerve growth conduit including poly- e-Â­caprolactone (PCL).
Patent GB-2494761-A (GB)
Title: Membrane distillation modules using oleophobically and antimicrobially treated microporous membranes
Inventor: BANSAL VISHAL
IPC: B01D3/00
Filed: 2012-09-05
Abstract: The present invention provides a system (1) for liquid distillation which includes a vapor permeable - liquid impermeable microporous membrane (2) having structures defining a plurality of pores, an oleophobic material that is applied to the structures of the membrane so as to leave the plurality of pores open, a means for supplying non-distilled liquid (8) to the first side (4) of the membrane (2), and a means for collecting distilled liquid (10) from a second side (6) of the membrane (2). The oleophobic material is preferably a fluoropolymer and the membrane material may be selected from expanded polytetrafluorethylene (PTFE), polyvinylidene fluoride, polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene (PE). Furthermore, the membrane preferably includes an antimicrobial material such as nanoparticulate silver. In a further example, the present invention provides a method for the distillation of liquids.
Patent GB-2505901-A (GB)
Title: Lockbolt
Inventor: BREWER JONATHAN LEE
IPC: B21J15/02
Filed: 2012-09-13
Abstract: A lockbolt for installation into apertured workpiece members, comprises a pin 4 having a head and a tail end provided with locking grooves 18 and a single pull groove 20, and a collar 10. An installation tool 100 having a collet with a corresponding shape to the pull groove 20 is used to apply an increasing pulling force to the pin tail, thereby to push the collet towards the workpiece, and as the force, causing the collar 10 to be swaged into the locking grooves 18. The force applied by the tool 100 is halted either at a predetermined maximum value or when the pin tail breaks at a breaker groove formed by the single pull groove 20.
Patent GB-2512267-A (GB)
Title: Determination of information relating to messages
Inventor: MISCHOOK RICHARD
IPC: H04L29/08
Filed: 2012-10-30
Abstract: In an HTTP communication system in which HTTP server request messages (4, 10) contain header data identifying the source application, response format and browser type (22), incorrect or ambiguous header fields (eg. spoofed user agent fields or tethered modems) are identified and edited based on data from previous messages 34 stored at an intermediate network node 8, thus determining a header field value that is other than the received header field value. The header fields may relate to device makes/models, source applications, protocols or screen resolutions. A third response message may further aid the determination (fig. 4).
Patent GB-2508586-A (GB)
Title: Ketose 3-epimerase proteins
Inventor: WOODYER RYAN DAVID
IPC: C12N9/90
Filed: 2012-11-15
Abstract: Ketose 3-epimerase proteins comprise a polypeptide sequence having at least 70% sequence identity to SEQ ID NO: 6, SEQ ID NO: 2 or SEQ ID NO: 4, these sequences being derived from Desmospora sp 8437, Clostridium scindens and Clostridium hylemonae respectively. Nucleic acids encoding these proteins are provided, and the proteins (or host cells comprising the encoding nucleic acids) may be used for the production of allulose (D-psicose) from fructose.
Patent GB-2501146-A (GB)
Title: Artificial waterway created with a series of plastic water receptacles
Inventor: POWELL JAMES ANTHONY
IPC: A01K61/00
Filed: 2012-12-19
Abstract: A method to recycle carbon dioxide into a food molecule carbohydrate and oxygen in a water receptacle manufactured from plastic and iron or steel, or manufactured from plastic and containing iron or steel articles, is described. The method relies on the release of free energy created by the chemical reaction taking place between the metal component of or in the plastic receptacle in combination with the dissolved carbon dioxide in the water and thereby reducing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. The process combats global warming, flooding and famine. Artificial waterways are created by using a plurality of linked water receptacles. When iron or steel articles are placed in the receptacles, these may be of any suitable form, and include metal filings, wire or tyres with exposed wire.
Patent GB-2509714-A (GB)
Title: Plumbing diverter component
Inventor: ALLEN GORDON MICHAEL
IPC: F16K11/22
Filed: 2013-01-09
Abstract: A plumbing diverter component 10 is connectable into a central heating system 42 to selectively bypass a magnetic filter assembly 28 in the system, to permit servicing of the filter assembly 28. The component 10 may contain ball valves.
Patent GB-2499503-A (GB)
Title: Simultaneous removal of multiples from different vintages of seismic data
Inventor: ZABIHI NAEINI EHSAN
IPC: G01V1/36
Filed: 2013-01-11
Abstract: A method, an apparatus and a computer readable medium for generating an image of a subsurface based on seismic data corresponding to at least two different times, for a same surveyed area are provided. A cost function, which is a sum over the seismic data vintages of a norm of differences between data and model predicted multiples, is minimized subject to minimizing residual multiples that are differences of corresponding multiples belonging to different vintages among the seismic data vintages. The cost function is an L2-norm, L1-norm or hybrid norm. Model predicted multiples are obtained by multiplying a vintage specific model with a vintage specific filter.
Patent GB-2510558-A (GB)
Title: Mounting a sensor to a smart waste container
Inventor: KEKALAINEN FREDRIK
IPC: G01G23/48
Filed: 2013-01-28
Abstract: A mount can secure a sensor 70 to the upper portion 20 of a bin 30, providing a thermal barrier 60 between the sensor and the surface 20 to which it attaches. The thermal barrier can be an insulating air gap 60 and/or metal foil to reflect radiated heat. The sensor can detect temperature, a gas such as a hydrocarbon or humidity. The sensor can emit ultra sound and receive it in a tapered hole to determine the wastes 80 level and calculate its volume. The sensor or mount can include projections 50 to define the air gap 60, and coupling arrangements to engage with a tool to retain the sensor on a bin lid during installation. The sensor can link to a data processor 100 and a wireless transmitter 90.
Patent GB-2498116-A (GB)
Title: Networked system with supporting media access and social networking
Inventor: BAIRD-SMITH ANSELM P
IPC: G06Q30/06
Filed: 2011-08-23
Abstract: Embodiments for a networked system that supports access to media assets as well as social interactions amongst users are disclosed. One aspect can pertain to a networked system and method for providing recommendations to users of the networked system. The networked system can provide media content and/or a social network to users. For example, the networked system can pertain to a media system incorporating social networking. The networked system can evaluate users and/or activities to determine when and to which users a recommendation should be provided. Another aspect can pertain to creation or editing of profiles. The profiles can be used with an online media system. A profile for a user can include information about users, including a media profile that represents the media interests of the user. The profiles can also facilitate social networking via the online media system.
Patent GB-2511832-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for detecting obstructions in pipes or channels
Inventor: KULCZYK WOJCIECH KONRAD
IPC: G01S15/34
Filed: 2013-03-14
Abstract: Monitoring for obstructions in a pipe or channel. A wave of frequency ft is transmitted by a transducer at a first known location into a first end of a pipe or channel (5, Fig. 2) where the frequency f of the transmitted wave 13 varies with time t such that f = f (t). The reflections of a transmitted wave travelling towards the first end of the pipe are received by a second transducer at a second known location and the frequency frec of the reflected wave 14 compared with the frequency ft of the transmitted wave at a time t. The distance L from the transmitter to an obstruction (6, Fig.2) and back to the receiver is determined from the difference Îf between the transmitted frequency ft and the received frequency frec. Reflections from permanent features of the pipe may be filtered out and temperature measurement may be used to compensate for variations in the speed of waves in a medium. The invention is suitable for monitoring an aircraft fuel line for blockages caused by ice particles.
Patent GB-2503321-A (GB)
Title: Using eye-tracking for authentication in payment systems
Inventor: KWONG FRANCIS KING HEI
IPC: G06Q20/32
Filed: 2013-04-12
Abstract: A method of unlocking a pattern lock comprises transmitting a pattern diagram from a server and displaying the diagram to a user, allowing the user to trace a movement path on the displayed diagram, and determining whether the traced movement path matches a pre-stored unlock movement path. The movement path may be traced by swiping a touch screen (not shown). Preferably, the movement path is traced using eye-tracking means to determine movement of the user's eye whilst gazing at the diagram. A payment method using the pattern-unlocking method as a means of authenticating a user when making payments at retail sites or online is also claimed. The payment method preferably includes additional security steps comprising creating and displaying a one-time or single use authentication code on a user device which can be read by a merchant device in order to authenticate the user, and/or providing the merchant with a stored image of a registered user such that the merchant can visually verify the identity of the user making the payment. The payment method may provide for making payments using a mobile device online or in person, or using an RFID card in person.
Patent GB-2503769-A (GB)
Title: Encrypted key stretching and checking using header, metadata or filenames
Inventor: BRANTON PAUL
IPC: G06F21/62
Filed: 2013-04-24
Abstract: Performing key stretching on the security information to compute a key associated with the security information, computing a first check value associated with the key, and storing in at least one of a header, metadata, or filename with the encrypted file. The security information may be a passphrase or password to which salt is added, the check code may be stored as ASCII text in the filename. The method may help to reduce risk of rainbow tables being used on hashed encrypted passphrases. The check may be used in later user access to the file for verification.
Patent GB-2515276-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to display apparatus
Inventor: EVANS MARK
IPC: G09F27/00
Filed: 2013-06-10
Abstract: An apparatus for supporting an electronic display 12 comprising a first member 14 configured to be attachable to an electronic display and a second member 16 configured to provide support to the first member. The first member is detachably mountable to the second member and the second member is configured to provide electrical power to the first member when the first member is mounted to the second member. The second member includes a yoke portion 16c that is used to attach the apparatus to a users shoulders.
Patent GB-2506761-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for drilling multiple subsea wells from an offshore platform at a single site
Inventor: JORDAN TRAVIS RANDALL
IPC: E21B7/12
Filed: 2012-10-05
Abstract: A floating, offshore drilling and/or production platform is equipped with a rail- mounted transport system that can be positioned at a plurality of selected positions over the well bay of the vessel. The transport system can move a drilling riser with a drilling riser tensioner system and a blowout preventer from one drilling location to another without removing them from the well bay of the vessel. Using the transport system, the drilling riser is lifted just clear of a first well head and positioned over an adjacent, second well head using guidelines. The transport system may then move the upper end of the drilling riser (together with its attached tensioner and BOP) to a second drilling location. A dummy wellhead may be provided on the seafloor in order to secure the lower end of the drilling riser without removing it from the sea while production risers are being installed.
Patent GB-2523291-A (GB)
Title: Vascular Occluder with Crossing Frame Elements
Inventor: CONDER ANDREW W
IPC: A61B17/12
Filed: 2013-10-16
Abstract: An occlusion device 60 includes first and second crossing frame elements 12, 14 each being annular ring-shape, and first and second annular support elements 32, 34 connected to the crossing frame elements 12, 14. The frame and support elements 12, 14, 32, 34 are provided with covers 52, 54, 56, 58 made of a substantially impervious material. The occluder 60 may include a covering sleeve 62 of stretchable material. The vascular occluder 60 substantially blocks or reduces the flow of blood in the vessel, creating blood statis and subsequent occlusion by clot formation within the occluder 60. The structure of the frame elements 12, 14, 32, 34 ensures good edge sealing and enhanced fixation of the occluder 60 in a vessel as blood pressure impinges upon the covers of the occluder 60.
Patent GB-2519752-A (GB)
Title: Method for performing built-in self-tests and electronic circuit
Inventor: TORREITER OTTO ANDREAS
IPC: G11C29/26
Filed: 2013-10-29
Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing an array built-in self-test (ABIST) on an electronic circuit 100 comprising a memory 110 with two or more memory arrays 111-115 and two or more array built-in self-test engines 116-120, each engine associated with a different memory array 111-115, and each engine associated with a programmable delay unit DU1-DU5, preferably a dedicated separate delay unit. The disclosed method comprises the following steps: determine at least one delay value (dn) corresponding to an array built-in self-test engine 116-120 and the delay value (dn) depending on the execution time (tdn) for testing the memory array; provide at least one delay value (dn) to the programmable delay unit DU1-DU5; the method continues by delaying the start of the ABIST engine 116-120 depending on the respective delay value (dn). The delay value (dn) may be determined from the test duration (tdn) of an associated memory cell and the maximum of all test durations (tdmax), for example the difference between tdmax and tdn.. The delay values (dn) may also be chosen such that some or all sets of ABIST engines start processing at different times so as to avoid fluctuations and disturbances in supply currents. Preferably the delay times maybe chosen such that all of the ABIST engines terminate or stop at the same point in time (tend) (figure 5). The termination point is monitored by a dedicated monitoring unit. The programmable delay unit(s) DU1-DU5 may be adapted to generate a start signal after expiry of the delay value (dn) in order to start processing of the associated ABIST engine.