baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2386699-A (GB)
Title: Head Mounted Display with Prism and Cut Waveguide
Inventor: SONG YOUNG-RAN
IPC: G02B27/01
Filed: 2002-04-11
Abstract: A wearable display device having a display panel 1300 includes a waveguide 1320 for transmitting a signal. A prism 1310 is attached to an end of the waveguide 1320 in order to emit a signal transmitted via the waveguide 1320. The waveguide 1320 end on which the signal is incident from the display panel 1300 being cut at a predetermined angle. The predetermined angle may be equal to the angle of total internal reflection. An optical device 1330 may also be placed on the prism in order to magnify the transmitted signal.
Patent GB-2393506-A (GB)
Title: Multiple reflector indirect light source lamp
Inventor: WEHNER KATHRYN M
IPC: F21V7/00
Filed: 2003-08-18
Abstract: A light assembly comprises a light source eg LED (108) opposite to the reflective side (104) of a reflector (102,). A plurality of reflectors (102,110) are arranged in an overlapping fashion such that the light emitted from an LED (112) of one reflector (110) is directed to the reflective surface (104) of an underlying reflector (102). In this fashion, a number of LEDs (108,112) may be incorporated into a lighting device in a variety of patterns while maintaining the LEDs (108,112) and their mountings hidden from view.
Patent GB-2405313-A (GB)
Title: A vacuum sealed bread bin
Inventor: MOALLEMI OMID
IPC: A47J47/12
Filed: 2003-08-29
Abstract: A vacuum sealed bread bin that keeps bread and baked goods contained within the bread bin fresh by removing the air from inside the bin. The bin has a lid/door 2 that once closed forms an air tight seal and activates an extractor fan 1 that may be operated by either battery or mains power 4 that is preferably activated via a button located on the lid/door when the lid/door is closed. A thin rubber seal (7, Fig 3) provides an air tight seal between the lid/door and body of the bread bin, the lid/door may be held in the closed position by a catch (8, Fig 3). The bin may be made from plastic, wood or stainless steel.
Patent GB-2413078-A (GB)
Title: System and method for assessing pedal blood circulation in an elevated foot
Inventor: SMITH PETER RICHARD
IPC: A61B5/00
Filed: 2004-01-08
Abstract: A system <B>10</B> for assessing a subject's pedal blood circulation comprises measurement means <B>4</B> for measuring a parameter dependent upon the blood volume in the subject's foot <B>12</B> at a raised elevation <B>H</B> and processing means <B>5</B> for determining a quantitative blood perfusion indicator using the measured parameter. The parameter may be indicative of the total blood volume or arterial blood volume within the foot <B>12</B>. The processing means <B>5</B> may automatically determine the blood perfusion indicator. The measuring means <B>4</B> may comprises a light sensing means and the parameter is the intensity of light reflected from the foot and may additionally comprise an illumination source of fixed intensity. A method for assessing a subject's pedal blood volume is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2397448-A (GB)
Title: A laser disable circuit
Inventor: MILLER FREDERICK W
IPC: H04B10/07
Filed: 2004-01-16
Abstract: A circuit 300 for disabling an energy-generating component comprises an input operable to receive a disable signal 301 and a disable circuit operable to disable the component in response to the disable signal for a predetermined duration of time sufficient to maintain an average power generated by the component at or below a predetermined level. The disable circuit further comprises a signal-detection circuit 310 operable to detect the presence of disable signals having a respective rising edge and falling edge, a mask-signal generating circuit 320 coupled to the signal detection circuit and operable to generate a mask signal 303 when one of the edges of a first disable signal is detected; and a latching circuit 330 coupled to the mask-signal generating circuit and operable to generate a mask disable signal if the mask signal is being generated and the other edge of a subsequent disable signal is detected.
Patent GB-2397892-A (GB)
Title: Non-intrusive multiphase flow meter
Inventor: JOHANSEN ESPEN S
IPC: E21B47/10
Filed: 2004-01-20
Abstract: Volumetric fractions of individual phases of a multiphase mixture flowing through a pipe are determined based on a determined density of the mixture and a measured speed of sound in the mixture. The density of the mixture may be determined by measuring a differential pressure between two locations along the pipe, measuring a bulk velocity of the mixture and estimating an amount of frictional loss based on the bulk velocity. The temperature and pressure of the mixture may also be measured and used to estimate the densities and speeds of sound for the individual phases which can then be used to determine the individual volumetric phase fractions. This method is particularly suitable for downhole production operations to determine the void fractions of oil, gas and water.
Patent GB-2401761-A (GB)
Title: Repeatable run out detector that selects best phase of original and interpolated samples with maximum likelihood detection of address mark
Inventor: ANNAMPEDU VISWANATH
IPC: H04L7/02
Filed: 2004-03-05
Abstract: A repeatable run-out (RRO) detector employs one or more digital interpolators (702) to interpolate asynchronous sample values (see Fig 8) representing an RRO address mark (AM) and RRO data, an asynchronous maximum-likelihood (AML) detector (703), and a RRO data decoder (704). The interpolated sample sequences (Y11,Y12,Y13 of Fig. 8) are phase shifted from the original sample sequence. The AML detector employs an AML algorithm, such as a Viterbi algorithm, to detect the series of peaks of the RRO AM based on detection of the entire sequence of observed peaks. AML detection selects one of either the original asynchronous or interpolated sample sequences that are closest in distance to the ideal RRO AM sample sequence. Once the RRO AM is detected, the AML detector provides a RRO AM found signal as well as the selected one of the sample sequences having the best phase for detecting and decoding the RRO data.
Patent GB-2402164-A (GB)
Title: Door lock device comprising shaft positioning mechanism
Inventor: UMINO MASAAKI
IPC: E05B79/22
Filed: 2004-04-21
Abstract: A door lock device comprising an input shaft configured to switch a lock mechanism between locked and unlocked states when a rotational force is applied to the input shaft 5. The input shaft 5 is rotated by an output shaft 6, which is rotated by a key from outside the door D. A positioning mechanism 9 is configured to restrict rotation of the input shaft 5 until it is engaged with the output shaft 6. The positioning mechanism 9 may comprise a recessed groove in the input shaft 8, a notched groove 11A in a housing that rotatably supports the input shaft and an engagement piece 9. The engagement piece 9 may be placed in both the recessed groove and the notched groove to restrict rotation of the input shaft. When the output shaft has been engaged with the recessed groove of the input shaft, the engagement portion 9A may be pushed out from the notched groove so as to allow the rotation of the input shaft. In an alternative embodiment, the positioning mechanism may comprise a member (fig 7A, 22) engaging with both the input shaft and the housing 1.
Patent GB-2413484-A (GB)
Title: An electrically powered rotary cleaning brush
Inventor: SURDANEH IBRAHIM
IPC: A46B13/04
Filed: 2004-04-30
Abstract: An electrically powered rotary cleaning brush is connected to a household water supply which feeds water to the bristles through a supply line 1 via a water valve 2. The brush is powered by rechargeable batteries B2, connected to a motor through an on/off switch B1. The device includes a shampoo container which is fitted with a button C1 which, when pressed, allows shampoo to be released to the brush.
Patent GB-2418662-A (GB)
Title: Tool holder
Inventor: HOPWOOD JON MEIRION
IPC: B25H3/06
Filed: 2004-10-01
Abstract: A tool holder comprises a main body (3) including a plurality of open-topped compartments (5) each having a depth substantially greater than a diametral dimension, such that tools, when located in the compartments (5) are held upstanding to enable visual identification. The holder may form a tool box or bag or an insert for a tool box or bag.
Patent GB-2402695-A (GB)
Title: Foundation structure
Inventor: INGRAM JAMES
IPC: F03D1/00
Filed: 2003-03-19
Abstract: A foundation structure which is self supporting and can be installed on the seabed without the need for support cranes or vessels is generally depicted at 1, and comprises an elongate body 3 which is adapted to hold a wind turbine tower 18, nacelle 19 and one or more rotor blades 4. The installation structure can be manoeuvred to its offshore position using a vessel 2 and buoyancy means 7. Once in position, the structure is lowered to the seabed and a pumping mechanism 12 is used to sink the structure into the seabed. The structure can then be anchored using support braces 6.
Patent GB-2421630-A (GB)
Title: Dual-mode electron beam column
Inventor: RAFFERTY BRIAN
IPC: H01J37/30
Filed: 2004-12-21
Abstract: A dual-mode electron beam column (10) for selectably providing, in an electron beam lithography machine, a Gaussian beam for enhanced writing resolution and a variable shaped beam for enhanced writing throughput, comprises a first aperture (13) for confining the beam, a first lens (14) for focussing the beam at a first image plane positioned in dependence on the beam mode, a beam-shaping second aperture (15) positionable in the beam path in the shaped beam mode, a second lens (16) effective in the shaped beam mode to focus the beam in a second image plane, and a third aperture (17) in the second image plane to confine or shape the beam depending on mode. Variation of the shape of the shaped beam is achieved by a beam double deflector system (18) operable only in the shaped beam mode.
Patent GB-2410347-A (GB)
Title: System and method for article surveillance using electronic tagging
Inventor: MOTTERAM BRYAN DAVID
IPC: G06K17/00
Filed: 2005-01-20
Abstract: A system and method for electronic article surveillance using RFID tags wherein the time taken for articles to move from a starting point to a destination point by way of a series of zones is monitored in real time, taking into account bottleneck and non-bottleneck zones. A set of simple rules is applied so as to give estimated times of arrival for any given article. When it is calculated that an article will arrive after a predetermined critical time, an alert is triggered and remedial action may be taken. Various attributes of each zone may additionally be monitored, for example the number of articles in the zone or the temperature of the zone. The system and method may be applied to passengers in an airport, a warehouse or distribution centre, or any other application where articles are being moved from one place to another.
Patent GB-2406350-A (GB)
Title: Indexing apparatus
Inventor: MYRON WALTER J
IPC: E21B34/14
Filed: 2003-06-30
Abstract: An indexing mechanism is disclosed that can put a tool in a variety of positions while downhole in the face of high static and dynamic loads. In the preferred application, the mechanism controls a movable sleeve (32) on a downhole choke. It contains an indexing feature comprising a pin (20) movable in a series of slots. A piston (14) restrained to move longitudinally engages and rotates an index sleeve (32) to allow the pin to advance into the next J-slot track. A separate lug (22) on the piston engages an radial face (26, 28) on the index sleeve to take the shock load and positions the choke instead of allowing the pin to load against the closed end of the slot.
Patent GB-2410692-A (GB)
Title: Multi-axis prosthetic ankle joint
Inventor: DODDROE JEFFREY L
IPC: A61F2/76
Filed: 2005-02-03
Abstract: A multi axis prosthetic ankle joint for connection of a lower leg to a prosthetic foot. In one invention the prosthetic foot connection component 10 is connected to the lower leg connection component 20 only by means of elastomeric material 40 thereby allowing for multi-axis movement of the ankle without requiring direct contact between the two components. Other inventions include a mechanical connection between the prosthetic foot connection component and the prosthetic lower leg component by means of a retaining pin (128) passing through a channel in the upstanding arms (112) of the prosthetic foot connection component (110) and channel (114) in the connecting projection of the lower leg connection component (130).The mechanical connection is intended to allow for movement of the ankle without surface-to surface sliding contact between the two components. Compression of the elastomeric material, as well as one or more mechanical stops may be used to control and limit movement of the ankle.
Patent GB-2412173-A (GB)
Title: NMR magnet with homogenised field and suppressed fringe field
Inventor: WESTPHAL MICHAEL
IPC: G01R33/3875
Filed: 2005-02-11
Abstract: A coaxial magnet for producing a field in an investigational volume has at least one superconducting solenoid coil located between radii r1 and r2 about the axis of the magnet. The coil is surrounded by rotationally symmetric body(ies) of ferromagnetic material at radii r3 to r4, wherein: r1 < r2 and r3 < R4,AND r2 < R3 < 1.3R2, AND r4 > 1.3r3. The rotationally symmetric body(ies) are structured, dimensioned and positioned in such a fashion that the field in the investigational volume is rendered homogenous and such that magnetic fringe fields outside the magnet are suppressed.
Patent GB-2412041-A (GB)
Title: A cellular push-to-talk system able to record voice message
Inventor: ITO NAOKO
IPC: H04W4/10
Filed: 2005-02-15
Abstract: A PoC system has the following capabilities: 1) it enables communication content to be confirmed afterwards; 2) by recording communication content in conjunction with information such as a caller identifier, it makes it easy to retrieve communication content afterwards; 3) it can record communication content only when this is necessary; 4) it can change as desired the criterion for deciding whether or not to record communication content; 5) it can record even during communications that include off-record content. When PoC group communication is taking place, the exchanged communication content is recorded by recording module 1 during each session. Recording is only carried out when it is decided by decision module 3 that recording is necessary. It is possible to change whether communication content is recorded or not on a per-utterance basis. Communication content is indexed by session identifier and caller identifier, and a particular communication content can be fetched by specifying session and/or caller.
Patent GB-2409480-A (GB)
Title: Wellbore device for selective transfer of fluid
Inventor: BOSMA MARTIN GERARD RENE
IPC: E21B43/32
Filed: 2003-09-05
Abstract: A wellbore device is provided which comprises a fluid passage (34) for transferring fluid between an earth formation (4) and a surface facility, and a body (42) transferable from a first mode to a second mode upon contact of the body with a selected fluid. Said body is arranged so as to substantially close the fluid passage upon transfer of the body from the first mode to the second mode due to contact of the body with the selected fluid.
Patent GB-2411138-A (GB)
Title: Method of reaction utilizing microchannel
Inventor: YAMASHITA KENICHI
IPC: B01J19/00
Filed: 2005-03-18
Abstract: A method of chemically reacting two or more reactants which react one another, which comprises fixing molecules of the reactants to fluids and supplying them to a microchannel to efficiently conduct the chemical reaction based on the molecular structure or molecular orientation imparted to the microchannel or on the function of changing the distributed state of molecules in a solution.
Patent GB-2425960-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable splint
Inventor: BAJWA ALI
IPC: A61F5/01
Filed: 2005-05-12
Abstract: An external non-invasive fixator comprising proximal and distal portions e.g. cuffs 16,18 for mounting on a limb side either side of a fracture, each of the proximal and distal portions 16,18 including a rigid member e.g. bar 28; and an articulation member 38 connecting the proximal and distal portions, the articulation member 38 comprising a universal joint for allowing relative movement between the proximal and distal portions.
Patent GB-2426645-A (GB)
Title: Method of tuning a digital audio broadcast (DAB) receiver
Inventor: ADAMS TERRY
IPC: H04B1/06
Filed: 2005-05-23
Abstract: The invention relates to station searching initiated by a single press of a 'go' button. The receiver stores station data for a plurality of stations. The station data includes 1) validity data indicating that the receiver is likely to be able to properly receive the station, 2) selection data indicating a currently selected station, and 3) data defining preset stations and data defining a list of favourite stations. The method of control is characterised by 1) receiving a station search command (e.g. a single button press) from the user, 2) searching through said station data in a defined order until a station is found which matches the criteria of being 'valid', and is either a 'preset' or a 'favourite', and 3) tuning the station. A list of favourite stations may be ordered by time spent listening to a station.
Patent GB-2428853-A (GB)
Title: Speech recognition application specific dictionary
Inventor: BEDWORTH MARK DWIGHT
IPC: G06F40/00
Filed: 2005-07-22
Abstract: An application-specific dictionary includes a plurality of entries, where each entry matches one or more items that comprise one or more records of a record store. For at least some of the plurality of entries, each entry has multiple phonetic representations, including one or more phonetic representations that are at least one of (i) an abbreviation of that entry, such as an initial or nick-name, or (ii) a null use of the entry when that entry is combined with another entry, such as the omission of a first name, FN, when a surname, SN, is used. The dictionary may be used to retrieve telephone book records using speech input.
Patent GB-2417138-A (GB)
Title: An illuminated electrical switch
Inventor: MIWA TOSHITAKA
IPC: H01H15/02
Filed: 2005-07-29
Abstract: An illuminated electrical switch 5 comprises; an operating member 6 being moveable retained and having an illuminating section thereon; an illuminating member 11 moving integrally with the operating member 6 and illuminating the illuminating section; a fixed portion having power feed patterns 15a which feed power to the light illuminating member 11; a movable contact 12 moving integrally with the operating member 6 and having a sliding strip 12e, the sliding strip 12e having a connecting portion 12b to be electrically connected to an electrode of the illuminating member 11 and a contact point 12b sliding on the power feed patterns 15a; and a base 10 retaining the illuminating member 11 and being retained by the operating member 6.
Patent GB-2423801-A (GB)
Title: Brake assembly for a stroller
Inventor: CHEN SHUN-MIN
IPC: B62B9/08
Filed: 2005-08-01
Abstract: A brake assembly for a stroller includes left and right braking mechanisms 4, a connecting member 9, and left and right operating members 6 interconnected to each other through the connecting member 9 (eg. cable) so as to move in opposite directions when operated. Each of the left and right braking mechanisms 4 includes a first engaging member 4<WC 1>1 (eg. recesses) and a second engaging member 7 (eg. brake rod/pin) movable between engaging and disengaging positions and defining a first cam face 722. Each of the left and right operating members 6 defines a second cam face 612 which is in sliding contact with a respective first cam face 722 so as to drive the second engaging member 7 to move to the engaging position in an axial direction when one operating member 6 is operated, and <WC 1><WC 1>to drive the second engaging member 7 to <WC 1>the disengaging position when the other operating member 6 is operated. Members 7 may be spring biased to the engaging position.
Patent GB-2413754-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for manufacturing a custom fit optical display helmet
Inventor: PIORKOWSKI GARY J
IPC: G02B27/01
Filed: 2004-02-25
Abstract: A helmet with an optical display system is provided with a custom fit protective liner which precisely aligns the wearer's eyes with the optics on the helmet. The helmet is manufactured by positioning the subject's head in a fixture; determining the position of the subject's pupils with respect to the fixture; scanning the subject's head with a laser while positioned in the fixture in order to obtain a 3-D model of the subject's head; and providing a helmet liner having an outer surface which is profiled to position it inside a helmet shell. The position of the subject's pupils may be determined by scanning pupil locating features of the fixture. The 3-D model is then used to provide the helmet liner with an inner surface which conforms to the subject's head and is positioned with respect to the outer surface so that the outer surface will have a predetermined position with respect to the subject's pupils. The helmet liner is then fitted in the helmet shell to form a helmet. The helmet shell may thus be fined with pre-positioned optics which are properly positioned with respect to the subject's pupils.
Patent GB-2431060-A (GB)
Title: End of line test device
Inventor: SCOTHERN DAVID CHARLES
IPC: G01R31/08
Filed: 2005-10-07
Abstract: A test device that an installer can fit at the end of an electrical circuit to read test values. The test values may be those specified by the IEE 16<th> edition regulations, and may comprise continuity, insulation resistance, polarity, and earth loop impedance. The device may be incorporated into a distribution board or consumer unit. The device may further test and monitor the installation, using a digital read-out, LEDs or a warning tone. The device allows testing of an installation without the requirement of identifying the last point of a circuit, and without the need for shorting of conductors.
Patent GB-2432998-A (GB)
Title: Data storage device and method
Inventor: DEMIRBASA SABAN
IPC: H04M1/72412
Filed: 2005-12-02
Abstract: There is described a communication device including means for communicating with a portable data storage device over a short-range wireless communication link to transmit audio and/or video data between the portable data storage device and a user in real-time. The device further includes output means for outputting audio and/or video data received from the portable data storage device to the user and input means for receiving audio and/or video data from the user for transmission to the portable data storage device. Means for supporting the communication device in relation to the user, away from the ear of the user is also provided. Methods of operating the communication device are further described.
Patent GB-2422212-A (GB)
Title: Crown mounting for timepiece winder
Inventor: HIRANUMA HARUKI
IPC: G04B37/10
Filed: 2006-01-16
Abstract: In a winding stem pipe 20 attached to a case body, a crown urged in a direction of separating from the case body by a coil spring included in a crown cylinder portion of the pipe is removably provided to a projected portion 25 of the winding stem pipe. An outer periphery of the projected portion is formed with a plurality of communicating grooves 22 along a rotational direction of the crown, a plurality of attaching and detaching through grooves 23 communicated to the communicating grooves and opened to an end face of the projected portion, and a plurality of holding grooves 24 communicated with the communicating grooves and formed in a dead end state and contiguous to the through grooves. A plurality of engaging projected portions 37 brought to and from the respective grooves are provided at a cover portion of the crown covering the case body outside projected portion.