baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2464067-A (GB)
Title: Range-finding method and apparatus
Inventor: MCDONALD GREGOR JOHN
IPC: G01S17/10
Filed: 2008-08-06
Abstract: Range-finding apparatus comprises a source (101) of pulsed radiation of variable repetition rate and a beam-splitter (110) for dividing the pulsed radiation into two portions which are directed respectively to a local retro-reflector (1 16) and to a retro-reflector (118) co-located with a remote target the range of which is to be determined. The source, beam-splitter and retro-reflectors are arranged in the form of Michelson interferometer together with a detector (124). The repetition rate of the source (101) is tuned to frequencies f such that round-trip distance to the remote target is me/f where m is an integer, this condition being detected by observing a heterodyne signal at the detector. Two such frequencies enable range to be determined. The precision with which range is determined may be increased by carrying out interferometry using the two portions. The accuracy of the method does not depend on absolute range (as with triangulation) and is not limited by the speed of timing electronics, as is the case for time-of-flight techniques.
Patent GB-2468022-A (GB)
Title: Generating a Boolean query
Inventor: OZGUR ARZUCAN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2010-02-16
Abstract: The system for generating a Boolean query utilises (gets) training data that comprises a plurality of training documents. Each of the plurality of training documents comprises a training token(s). A token can be any type of element that can be compared such as a text string, a unigram, a bi-gram, a trigram, identified video or audio elements etc. The plurality of training documents are clustered into a plurality of clusters based on at least one training token in the plurality of training documents. Each cluster contains at least one training document. A Boolean query(s) is generated for a cluster based on an occurrence of the at least one training token in a training document in the plurality of training documents. The system gets production data that comprises a plurality of production documents. Each of the plurality of production documents comprises a production token(s). The Boolean query(s) is then executed on the production data.
Patent GB-2480623-A (GB)
Title: Steerable landing gear with locking mechanism
Inventor: MENEZES ROBERT ANTHONY
IPC: B64C25/36
Filed: 2010-05-25
Abstract: An aircraft landing gear 10 includes a bogie beam 12 and an axle 14 pivotally connected to the bogie beam and steerable by means of a hydraulic actuator 18. The axle pivots about a pivot pin 16 and moves with a linkage 20. The linkage 20 cooperates with a locking member 40 such that movement of the axle invokes movement of the locking member, said movement of the locking member defining a swept volume. A locking mechanism 60 is coupled to the bogie beam and includes first and second cam members (65a,65b, fig 3). The locking mechanism being arranged to move the cam members between locking positions where cam members are engaged with cam surfaces 41b 41c on opposing sides of the locking member and in which position the locking mechanism is arranged to lock the locking member in a predetermined position and non-locking positions, where the locking mechanism is arranged to permit movement of the locking member. The cam members are located at the end of L-shaped arms (64a,64b, fig 3) which are moved by an actuator 68.
Patent GB-2478042-A (GB)
Title: Loading platform
Inventor: PIRIE HENRY DAVID PAOLO CILLO
IPC: B65G69/22
Filed: 2011-02-11
Abstract: A mobile loading platform features a moveable barrier or gate 3. The moveable barrier 3 being moveable, such that a user standing on the platform 1 may always have a safety barrier 3 behind them, when working on either side of the barrier 3. The barrier 3 may be in the form of an overhead, pivoting inverted W shaped open frame, which a user may walk through the centre of, in either direction, subsequently closing the barrier behind them.
Patent GB-2488586-A (GB)
Title: Metal coated with protective composition
Inventor: HATTELAND KJELL
IPC: C09D7/48
Filed: 2011-03-03
Abstract: A metal surface in contact with flowing fluids, especially the inside of a water pipe 1 used in a hydroelectric power station is coated with a composition 2. Multiple coatings may be used. A tribo-electric charge builds up as the fluid flows along the coated surface. This may repel charged particles suspended in colloidal solutions and hence reduce fouling. This may also provide cathodic corrosion protection. The coating preferably comprises a two component epoxy resin containing polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene, polypropylene or especially silicone oil. Electrodes may be used to remove undesirable electric charges.
Patent GB-2494876-A (GB)
Title: Masks for face decoration
Inventor: YEH CHIA-CHIN
IPC: A41G7/00
Filed: 2011-09-21
Abstract: A decoration mask 1 for covering a user   s face is formed from a plastics material and comprises first and second arms 4 each connected to the mask by means of a rivet (6a, 6b, figure 2) extending through a pivot hole (13), the mask further comprising ridges 12 protruding from a face section and grooves 121 on a side part of the ridges, and each arm comprising a hook 5 to match with and hook into one of the grooves. Each pivot hole is preferably located in the middle part of one of the ridges. The head 61 of each rivet may locate in a hole groove (71) provided on the inside of its corresponding arm, said hole groove preferably comprising a piercing (72) corresponding to a pivot hole. Each arm may rotate through 360o about the centre of its corresponding rivet.
Patent GB-2486087-A (GB)
Title: Systems and methods for monitoring corrosion in a well
Inventor: DRIA DENNIS EDWARD
IPC: E21B41/02
Filed: 2010-08-04
Abstract: Systems (20) and methods for monitoring a well (10) are configured to identify or analyze various issues affecting the well (10) including corrosion, cement quality, inflow, and fluid migration.
Patent GB-2504513-A (GB)
Title: Applicator for powdered hair dye or cosmetics
Inventor: IPCONSULT
IPC: A45D33/02
Filed: 2012-07-30
Abstract: The present invention relates to an applicator, and a method of applying powdered hair dye to a users head using the said applicator, wherein the applicator comprises an elongate member1 including a reservoir 2 within said elongate member for containing a powder, an aperture 3 for dispensing said powder from the reservoir, control means 4 for operating said aperture and reservoir to dispense said powder; and bristles 5 proximate to said aperture for dispersing said powder onto hair. The bristles may be adapted for stippling action, be tightly packed, or increase gradually from a short length at a first side of the applicator to a long length at a second side of the applicator. The control means may comprise a push button, a sprung ball valve operated by the button and an air pump tube connected to the valve for pumping air into the reservoir. The aperture may comprise a filter whereby powder is dispersed upon dispensation such that lumps are avoided.
Patent GB-2489888-A (GB)
Title: Tool box locking mechanisms for remote activation
Inventor: CRASS MATTHEW
IPC: E05B65/462
Filed: 2011-02-02
Abstract: An improved method of rotating the lockrod of a tool storage unit to the "locked" or "unlocked" position by use of a linear actuator to rotate the lockrod actuator, where the linear actuator operates electrically, allowing for control by any remotely or automatically operated system. The tool storage unit locking mechanisms include a center-neutral key position that rotates 90 degrees in either direction from center to lock and unlock the unit. This design allows a standard key to operate the locking mechanism, but also allows a secondary mechanism (such as an electromagnetically driven mechanism) to directly operate the lock. Due to its specifics, the design would also allow for retrofitability.
Patent GB-2493462-A (GB)
Title: Maximum power point tracker
Inventor: MEREDITH-JONES SCOTT ALAN
IPC: G05F1/67
Filed: 2012-08-03
Abstract: A method for determining a value for an electrical output of a converter of renewable energy comprises obtaining a signal representing the electrical output of the converter wherein that electrical output has an initial value; applying a pulse signal to the signal representing the electrical output that has a positive portion TA and a negative portion TB, where one transitions immediately into the other; obtaining a measurement of electrical power produced by the converter during application of the pulse signal, removing the pulse signal and then obtaining a measurement of electrical power produced by the converter in the period TD when the pulse signal is absent that can be after a dwell time TC. An error value is determined from the obtained electrical power measurements and that error value is applied to the initial value to obtain a target value for the electrical output of the converter. The converter can be a solar to electrical energy converter and the electrical output represented by the signal can be a voltage. The electrical output of the converter can be controlled to substantially equal the target value which, before application of the pulse, can be the initial value. Power measurements can be averaged over parts of the positive, negative and absent pulse periods that are equal and can produce an irradiation power change value. The method aims to achieve maximum power point tracking of a photovoltaic array despite variation in temperature and the irradiation received from the Sun.
Patent GB-2497434-A (GB)
Title: Refillable device for use with Beverage Machines
Inventor: HANSEN NICK ANDREW
IPC: A47J31/06
Filed: 2010-11-18
Abstract: A refillable device, which is suitable for use with a beverage machine, comprises an upper part (110) forming a lid or cap which can be screwed onto lower part 130. The lower part 130 comprises a body (131) having an inlet aperture 140 for receiving, in use, water from a water supply of the beverage machine and an outlet comprising discharge spout 142 through which fluid can be dispensed. The inlet aperture 140 opens into manifold zone 171. Slots 165 of intermediate wall 164 provide fluid communication into a plurality of refillable beverage ingredient chambers 181.
Patent GB-2498453-A (GB)
Title: Measuring current through a motor vehicle overload protection apparatus
Inventor: MOUZAKITIS ALEXANDROS
IPC: G01R19/00
Filed: 2013-01-11
Abstract: A current measuring device comprises connectors such as blades (fig 1, 112) to releasably connect it to an electrical overload protection device, such as a fusebox, of a motor vehicle; means for measuring current flowing through it; and means 126 to output a signal corresponding to the measured amount of current. Current through the connectors can be monitored using a resistor 116 and limited using a fuse 114 or a mechanical trip switch. The current magnitude signal can be communicated via an opto-isolator (fig 1, 120) and communication controller 126 to an external computer using either cables or wirelessly; and continuously or upon interrogation. The device can be used to test electrical circuits of a vehicle.
Patent GB-2510137-A (GB)
Title: Mobile communications network including reduced capability devices
Inventor: MORIOKA YUICHI
IPC: H04W72/04
Filed: 2013-01-24
Abstract: A mobile communications network includes one or more network elements providing a wireless access interface for communications devices. The wireless access interface provides a plurality of communications resource elements across a host frequency bandwidth, and includes, within the host frequency bandwidth, a first section of communications resource elements within a first frequency bandwidth for allocation preferably to reduced capability devices (such as machine type communications (MTC) devices for machine to machine (M2M) communications) to receive signals representing the data transmitted by the transmitter unit within the first bandwidth forming a first virtual carrier, the reduced capability devices each having a receiver bandwidth which is greater than or equal to the first frequency bandwidth but less than the host frequency bandwidth. The communications device is configured to transmit to the mobile communications network a relative capability of the communications device to receive data via the wireless access interface, the relative capability comprising at least an indication of a relative bandwidth of the receiver unit to receive signals within the host frequency range greater than or equal to the first bandwidth, and to receive an allocation of communications resource elements which include communications resource elements which are outside the first virtual carrier, hut within the bandwidth of the communications device, in response to the indication of the relative capability of the communications device. Communications devices of different capabilities can be allocated communications resources within different frequency ranges according to their capability, which can relieve congestion on a centre frequency of communications resources in which communications devices with a minimum bandwidth capability must receive communications resources for receiving down link signals.
Patent GB-2512322-A (GB)
Title: Switch adaptor
Inventor: WARD ROBERT
IPC: H01H17/16
Filed: 2013-03-26
Abstract: A pull-cord adaptor 10 comprises a base 11 releasably mounted on a switch 50 and a mechanism 13 attached to the base that engages an actuator 51 and effects consecutive switching operations of actuator 51 in response to consecutive movements of adaptor actuator 16 in a first direction by an operator such as pulling a cord (fig 2A, 24). The mechanism may comprise a rotatable crank 15 to engage actuator 51, that is pivoted in a housing 12 and has pins 22 that are engaged by collars of a spring-loaded slider 17. A latch mechanism (fig 1B) alternately keeps the slider in one of two positions, effected by rotating the slider 17 using cams 33 on actuator 16 causing fins 40 in slider 17 to enter slots 28 in sleeve 14 upon alternate movements of actuator 16. The adaptor can be fixed to the switch by screws and allows operation of a rocker switch by children.
Patent GB-2513368-A (GB)
Title: Process Apparatus
Inventor: DALE JASON JONATHAN
IPC: C02F1/461
Filed: 2013-04-25
Abstract: A process apparatus comprises at least one elongate hollow semi-permeable member 1, at least one anode 2 and at least one cathode 3. The anode and cathode are arranged radially and concentrically with respect to the semi permeable member. Preferably the hollow semi-permeable member is a filter element such as a water filter element and may be formed as an anode or cathode. There may comprise a plurality of hollow semi-permeable members and associated anodes and cathodes and a housing 7 adapted to communicate liquid from the housing inlet 8 through the plurality of hollow semi-permeable members to an outlet 9. Also disclosed is a process apparatus characterised by an anode in the form of an elongate hollow member comprising a semi-permeable wall and a cathode arranged radially and concentrically with respect to the anode. Advantageously the process apparatus provides a compact arrangement incorporating conventional filtration and an integrated, compact electrolysis function.
Patent GB-2505995-A (GB)
Title: Safety bow assembly and child seat including the same
Inventor: YI ZE-HUA
IPC: B60N2/28
Filed: 2013-07-12
Abstract: A safety bow assembly 2 for a child seat comprises: a bow body 20 that has opposite first and second ends 201, 202; first and second connecting parts 21 that are connected to the child seat, the first connecting part defining an accommodating space 210 and having a side wall 211; and an engaging lever 24 that is connected movably to the side wall, that is formed with an engaging element 241 facing the accommodating space, and that is movable relative to the side wall between a first position (figure 7), in which the engaging element is adapted to engage releasably a coupling part 14 of the child seat, and a second position (figure 8), in which the engaging element is adapted to be disengaged from the coupling part. The connecting parts may be pivotally mounted 23 to the ends of the bow body, and the engaging element of the lever may be disengaged by means of a press button 25. The disengagement of the safety bow or guard is intended to permit easier access to a child in the seat.
Patent GB-2517968-A (GB)
Title: An exercise device
Inventor: KILGANNON AIDAN PATRICK
IPC: A63B23/04
Filed: 2013-09-06
Abstract: An exercise device (10) for performing a variety of exercises thereon or supported thereby comprises a polyhedral unit (11) having a ground engageable base (12) and upstanding angled sides (13), and at least two flat surfaces (14) on the unit (11), which surfaces (14) lie in planes which are parallel to the plane in which the base (12) lies. There are three flat surfaces (14), being a lower flat surface (15), a middle flat surface (16) and an upper flat surface (17), which upper flat surface (17) defines the top (18) of the unit (11). The lower flat surface (15), middle flat surface (16) and upper flat surface (17), form steps (18), (19) and (20), respectively in differing directions on the unit (11). The shape of the device (10) facilitates the performing of a wide variety of exercises thereon, both indoors and outdoors, with no adjustment of the device (10) being required.
Patent GB-2516329-A (GB)
Title: Method of electron beam diffraction analysis
Inventor: PENMAN CHARLES
IPC: G01N23/203
Filed: 2014-02-14
Abstract: A method is provided for analysing electron backscatter diffraction data generated from a sample material. An image data set representative of an image of electron backscatter diffraction bands is obtained from the sample material. A set of estimated first diffraction parameters is then generated, these defining individual electron backscatter diffraction bands in the image data set. A candidate phase is then selected together with a respective orientation for the material,based upon the generated set of estimated parameters thereby identifying diffraction bands in the image data set. Second diffraction parameters of the identified diffraction bands are simulated for the candidate phase according to the respective orientation. These second diffraction parameters are then adjusted for the identified simulated bands so as to fit the simulated bands to the bands in the image data. A fitted orientation for the candidate phase is then calculated together with a corresponding fitting parameter defining the quality of fit.
Patent GB-2515376-A (GB)
Title: A roller guide for a motor vehicle
Inventor: GAUDIG RALF
IPC: F16C29/04
Filed: 2014-03-31
Abstract: A roller guide 1 for a motor vehicle 2 is provided. The roller guide 1 comprises: at least one fixed rail 3 having two rolling surfaces 5 aligned at a distance from each other as the first rolling surface 6 and the second rolling surface 7; at least one roller arrangement 8 with one respective main roller 9 and one respective auxiliary roller 10 in which the main roller 9 rests on the first rolling surface 6, and the auxiliary roller 10 rests on the second rolling surface 7; and at least one movable part 12. The main roller 9 and the auxiliary roller 10 are directly or indirectly mounted on the at least one movable part 12. The auxiliary roller 10 consists at least partly, and especially completely, of an elastic material 16. As a result of an elastic deformation of the elastic material 16, the main roller 9 and the auxiliary roller 10 rest on the two rolling surfaces 6,7 with a preload pressure.
Patent GB-2510730-A (GB)
Title: Drilling apparatus including a fluid bypass device and methods of using same
Inventor: RODERS INGO
IPC: E21B21/08
Filed: 2012-08-30
Abstract: In one aspect, the disclosure provides a method of drilling a wellbore, which method, in one embodiment, includes the features of drilling the wellbore with a drill string that includes a bypass device having a fluid passage therethrough by supplying a fluid through the bypass device, wherein the drilling fluid circulates to the surface via an annulus between the drill string and the wellbore; defining a time period (locking time); initiating a selected drilling parameter; detecting downhole the selected drilling parameter and one of the second flow rate and a differential pressure; and activating the bypass device when the selected drilling parameter and one of the second flow rate and the differential pressure are present during the defined time period to divert a portion of the drilling fluid from the bypass device to the annuls. In one aspect, the selected drilling parameter is rotation of a member associated with the bypass device.
Patent GB-2512224-A (GB)
Title: Pressure tolerant battery
Inventor: NELLESSEN PETER JUNIOR
IPC: H01M50/105
Filed: 2013-01-03
Abstract: A pressure tolerant battery that may be utilized in a subsea riser includes one or more lithium polymer cells enclosed in a pressure compensated housing. The pressure tolerant battery can be mounted on a landing string a disposed in the riser annulus to provide electrical power to landing string and subsea well system devices.
Patent GB-2528642-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus
Inventor: GOSS MARTIN
IPC: F25B13/00
Filed: 2014-07-06
Abstract: An apparatus 1 controlling the climate of an inner environment 3 comprises a heat exchanger 15 and a reversible heat pump 17 for controlling air temperature in the inner environment by heating (fig 1) or cooling (fig 2) air discharged into the inner environment. Air heated or cooled is dependent on the temperature of the air in the inner or an outer environment 5. A portion of the air from the outer environment may by-pass the heat exchanger and re-combine with the air flowing through the heat exchanger. Air quality in the inner environment may be controlled by replacing the air flowing from the inner environment to the outer environment. All air flowing to the inner environment may by-pass the heat exchanger if heating or cooling is not required (fig 3). The heat pump may heat or cool air that bypasses the heat exchanger, or heat or cool air re-circulated within the inner environment (fig 4). A humidifier 37 may control humidity of the air to the inner environment by adding steam or water to the air. One or more filters 31a, 31b, 33 may filter the air. Two fixed or variable speed fans 39, 41 supply or extract air.
Patent GB-2529873-A (GB)
Title: Fill indicator for metered dose inhaler
Inventor: STEER PHILIP
IPC: A61M15/00
Filed: 2014-09-05
Abstract: Apparatus for determining a quantity of a pharmaceutical formulation in an inhaler canister, the apparatus comprising: a support assembly with a support element and a canister receiving element, where the support-assembly defines a pivot about which the canister receiving-element is free to pivot; a biasing element configured such that the receiving-elements centre of gravity is not coincident with the pivot; and a measurement component for determining a rest angle of the receiving-element The receiving-element may comprise a metered dose inhaler actuator housing. The measurement component may include a graphical, alphabetical or numerical scale arranged adjacent to the receiving-element. Preferably the receiving-element comprises a base wall portion, a canister retaining formation extending at a first side of the base-wall portion and a stabilising portion arranged at an opposed second side of the base-wall portion, where the base-wall portion comprises at the second side a concave surface, where the support element comprises an upstanding rod having an upper end and where the receiving-element is mounted on the rod with the concave surface in contact with the rod upper end and the stabilising portion is configured such that the centre of gravity of the receiving-element is below the upper end of the rod.