baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2382497-A (GB)
Title: Voice and text transmission system
Inventor: ENGELKE ROBERT M
IPC: H04M11/06
Filed: 2002-06-06
Abstract: A communication system and format is described for use in assisted telephonic communications, intended to help users who are hearing impaired use the telephone system. A relay connects a hearing user (12) with the assisted user (38). The relay creates a text message stream containing the words spoken by the hearing user (12). The relay then combines the digital characters of the next message with packets of digitized voice spoken by the hearing user (12) and sends the combined digital data packets to the station of the assisted user (38). The station of the assisted user (38) is capable of separating the voice from the text and displaying the text for reading by the assisted user (38).
Patent GB-2399763-A (GB)
Title: Ball feeder
Inventor: WYETH MARTIN
IPC: A63B57/00
Filed: 2003-03-28
Abstract: A ball feeder comprises a funnel 10 having a base 11, opposing side walls 12 and 13, a ball inlet end 14 and a ball outlet end 15. The base 11 is inclined to define a ramp extending downwards from the inlet end to the outlet end and the side walls diverge in width from the inlet end to the outlet end. Preferably, the ball feeder also comprises a scoop 17 (Figure 2) for receiving a single transverse row of balls at the outlet end of the funnel and means 18 (Figure 2) for raising the scoop into an elevated position in which it defines a second ramp extending transversely of the first mentioned ramp and in which it can release the balls one at a time. The raising means may also raise and lower a tee.
Patent GB-2407024-A (GB)
Title: Toothbrush comprising main and interdental heads
Inventor: WONG PENG SOON
IPC: A46B9/04
Filed: 2003-09-19
Abstract: A toothbrush body comprises an integral head 12, body 14 and tail 16. The head 12 comprises indents for the insertion of bristles 18 and the tail portion 16 is inclined relative to the body portion 14 and comprises an indent for the base of an interdental brush 13. The bristles 18 and interdental brush 13 are attached to complete the toothbrush 10. The angled tail portion 16 allows ease of positioning of the interdental brush 13 during use and also allows force exerted on the brush to be absorbed by the bend in the body portion 14. Interconnected rubber portions (17 see fig 3) may be provided for grip and comfort.
Patent GB-2413526-A (GB)
Title: Thermally protective inflatable laminate
Inventor: BURNAGE STEPHEN TREVOR
IPC: B32B5/28
Filed: 2004-04-27
Abstract: A heat resistant laminate capable of constituting an inflatable envelope and composed of a laminate comprising at least two layers (1, 3) of a heat-resistant cloth impregnated with a flexible matrix and an intermediate intumescent insulating layer (2) which expands on exposure to heat and is composed of a non-rigid material which is supported by the two cloth layers. The cloth layers may comprise carbon or glass fibres. The impregnating matrix may be silicon rubber.
Patent GB-2413727-A (GB)
Title: Measuring latency and jitter for individual links in a network.
Inventor: SMITH JAMES DAVID
IPC: H04L12/26
Filed: 2004-04-29
Abstract: In a communications network involving Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP) calls it is not always possible to access all parts of the network to determine network problems. A method is described in which a number of nodes and links are tested and from the results the performance of parts of the network that are not accessible are determined. The invention relates particularly to determining latency and jitter for individual links, by measuring the timings for entire paths through the network between accessible outer nodes.
Patent GB-2398988-A (GB)
Title: Coating and drying apparatus
Inventor: AUSTIN MALCOLM ALBERT
IPC: F26B21/06
Filed: 2001-12-03
Abstract: An apparatus for heating and/or cooling a plurality of particles (1) including a generally circular bed for holding the particles (1), the bed having a substantially centered annular inner bed wall (14), an outer bed wall (8), and an irregular bottom. The apparatus also includes a drive mechanism (28, 30, 32) rotatably affixed to said bed, where rotation of the drive mechanism at a predetermined rate produces a displacement of the bed horizontally and vertically resulting in a particle flow in the x, y and z directions. The particle flow in the x and y planes for a majority of said particles is in a dominant direction. The apparatus also includes an airplant which provides a heated and/or cooled airflow tangentially into the bed in a direction opposite to the dominant direction.
Patent GB-2417396-A (GB)
Title: Internet protocol having session identifier for mobile device internet access
Inventor: STURROCK OLIVER
IPC: H04L29/00
Filed: 2004-08-18
Abstract: A custom protocol, called Mobile Transport Protocol MTP, is described which addresses the needs of mobile terminals accessing real time packet data over the Internet. The mobile terminal establishes a first communication path with a server via a first address and the server allocates an identification reference to the communication session SESSION ID. If the first communication path is closed and replaced by a second communication path, i.e. on handover or failure, the server maintains the communication using the Session ID. Preferably the first and second communication paths are provided by radio network(s) and may be different cells or though different networks.
Patent GB-2419636-A (GB)
Title: I.c. engine cylinder head with laterally sliding valves
Inventor: WIN THIHA KYAW THU
IPC: F01L7/10
Filed: 2004-10-29
Abstract: A cylinder head 7, with attachment means for attaching to the cylinder or engine block, has valves 8 operated by lateral means and regulated by displacement means in relation to the rotation of camshaft or crankshaft of the engine. The valve 8 may be sealed by a ring 10 and may have a deflector attachment 9. The valve 8 may be opened against the force of spring 11 by a mechanical system attached to a pull-rod 13. Alternatively, the valve may be actuated by hydraulic, pneumatic, electric or magnetic means. The inlet and exhaust valves may operate in one direction, opposing directions or both directions.
Patent GB-2421047-A (GB)
Title: Cantilevered work platform attachable to scaffolding
Inventor: RUST CHRIS
IPC: E04G1/15
Filed: 2004-12-09
Abstract: Platform assembly 11 suitable for use with scaffolding, comprising a platform 17; a cantilevered arm 12 that approaches the platform primarily from beneath; and attachment means 16a and 16b which, in use, attach said arm and platform to a scaffolding member. The cantilevered arm 12 is a horizontal arm connected to a vertical arm 13, extending away from the scaffolding member, to maximise storage space beneath the platform. The platform may be adjustable in height relative to the arm, but may also be adjusted by vertically inverting the arm relative to the scaffolding. The arm may also be pivotally connected to the attachment means.
Patent GB-2421387-A (GB)
Title: Video display indicating motion direction
Inventor: JONES KENNETH STANLEY
IPC: G06T7/20
Filed: 2004-12-16
Abstract: In a video sequence, forward (motion class 2) and rearward (motion class 3) motion of an object is detected and highlighted on a display by 'bisected halo 2-colouring', ie by separate hue pseudocoloured overlays for areas ahead of and behind moving objects (Fig 8). The method is implemented using Boolean logic on three frames of the video sequence.
Patent GB-2406844-A (GB)
Title: Chain elongation monitoring apparatus and method
Inventor: SHUFFLETON PAUL M
IPC: G01B7/04
Filed: 2001-07-24
Abstract: Chain elongation monitoring apparatus comprises two sensors S1, S2 mounted on a stationary support at a predetermined fixed distance L1 apart for generating electrical signals in response to the detection of at least two markers M1, M2 attached to a chain. The markers are disposed initially at a predetermined distance L2 apart. A control unit is connected to the sensors to receive the signals, and comprises a timer triggered to measure the elapsed time between the receipt of signals from the sensors. The control unit is configured to measure a first elapsed time value between signals generated by one of the markers passing between the two sensors, and to calculate the speed of the chain from the first elapsed time value and the value of the predetermined distance L1, and is also configured to measure a second elapsed time value between signals generated by the first marker passing one of the sensors and the second marker passing one the sensors. The control unit incorporates means for calculating the distance between the two markers from the determined speed of the chain and the first and second elapsed time values, and from the distance calculates the elongation of the chain. An alarm signal generator is connected to the control unit to issue a first alarm if the elongation of the chain exceeds a first threshold value, and a second alarm if the chain elongation exceeds a second threshold value.
Patent GB-2422933-A (GB)
Title: Counter adapted to mount within housing of a fluid flow meter
Inventor: YOUNG IAN
IPC: G06M1/22
Filed: 2005-02-04
Abstract: A counter for a fluid flow meter comprises a count display device 30, a driving means 32 and mounting means 33 for mounting the driving means and count display device to a housing 16b of the fluid flow meter. The count display device 30 indicates a volume of fluid having passed through the meter and has a window 36 configured to seat sealingly in an aperture in the housing. The driving means 32 drives the count display device 30 and comprises a load-bearing frame 40a having a gear train mounted thereto. The mounting means is configured to bias the counter toward the aperture to seal the window 36 thereon, and to provide a biasing force to a portion of the load-bearing frame. The frame is configured such that the biasing force is prevented from affecting relative alignment of gears of the gear train.
Patent GB-2424410-A (GB)
Title: Stackable bottle
Inventor: HOF REPHAEL
IPC: B65D1/06
Filed: 2005-03-21
Abstract: A stackable container, which may be in the form of a bottle (1), is provided with means for attaching to another container (10, 11) and for mixing the contents of the containers when so attached. The containers may be provided with a coupling means (10, 11) for mechanically attaching the containers together. Preferably the coupling means takes the form of a screw thread formed in the base of a first bottle (11), and a screw thread formed in the neck of a second bottle (10). Upon connecting the screw threads (10, 11), a seal (12) in the first bottle is broken, and the contents of two bottles may mix. Further inventions are described which include a bottle containing an inner container the contents of which may be released by twisting the bottle. Preferably the bottles contain a drink or medicine.
Patent GB-2425212-A (GB)
Title: Display apparatus
Inventor: HUGHES DAVID PIERCE
IPC: G09F3/10
Filed: 2005-04-14
Abstract: A display apparatus comprises a securing assembly 10 for securing the display apparatus to a supporting surface, a display component 12 capable of displaying visible indicia. The securing assembly 10 and the display component 12 can be releasably interconnected and when connected can be pivotally moved with respect to one another. The securing assembly 10 preferably includes adhesive means, which may be covered by a protective membrane prior to the display apparatus being attached to the supporting surface. The securing assembly 10 may comprise a mounting component 14 for securing to the support surface, and a connecting component 34 for attachment to the display component 12, pivotally connected to one another. Preferably the connecting component 34 includes formations (36, fig 1) that can be passed through apertures in the display component 12 or alternatively the connecting component 36 has formations, such as flexible tabs, that can grip and edge portion of the display component 12. The display apparatus can be provided in kit form.
Patent GB-2428538-A (GB)
Title: Directional distributed relay system with efficient use of frequency resource
Inventor: SUN YONG
IPC: H04B7/155
Filed: 2005-06-24
Abstract: A communications network having n operating frequencies, e.g. f1, f2, comprises a base station (BS) 1 and a plurality of relay stations (RS1, RS2) 3, 7. Each relay station 3, 7 is capable of receiving signals transmitted at a first frequency and re-transmitting the received signals at a second frequency. The base station 1 and relay stations 3, 7 comprise directional antennas so that the network is arranged to support n communication devices, e.g. MS1 5, MS2 9, in direct or indirect communication with the base station 1. The directional antennas may comprise beam-forming or adaptive antenna arrays wherein the base station 1 is capable of beam-forming up to n different transmission signals simultaneously and each relay station 3, 7 is capable of simultaneously receiving and transmitting a plurality of beam-formed signals. The base station 1 may also be able to monitor and control the power of signals transmitted from the relay stations 3, 7.
Patent GB-2412883-A (GB)
Title: Toy system
Inventor: MOORE TIMOTHY DAVID
IPC: A63H18/02
Filed: 2003-12-08
Abstract: A slot car racing system is described which allows users to be able to play against other users over the internet. The system records telemetry data of the slot cars (20) as they move over the track (21) and this data can be passed to the remote user for controlling the operation of a remote slot car. Various other novel aspects of the slot car racing system are also described.
Patent GB-2416320-A (GB)
Title: Display panel and process for producing the same
Inventor: FUTAGAMI TORU
IPC: H05B33/10
Filed: 2004-03-10
Abstract: A display panel of enhanced antiweatherability which during the production thereof can avoid exposure to high temperature. In particular, organic EL device (100) as a display panel, comprising non-alkali glass base plate (10), organic EL laminate (20) superimposed on the base plate (10) and sealing plate (30) provided so as to cover the organic EL laminate (20). The sealing plate (30) has 2.0mm wide peripheral protrusion (31) provided around central depressed part (32). The organic EL laminate (20) is superimposed on the base plate (10) and comprises conductive film (21) consisting of ITO film, organic EL laminated film (22) superimposed on an upper surface of the conductive film (21), upper transparent electrode (23) superimposed on an upper surface of the organic EL laminated film (22) and extraction electrode (24) connected to the upper transparent electrode (23). The base plate (10) and the peripheral protrusion (31) of the sealing plate (30) are joined in sealed relationship to each other through weld layer (40) consisting of a solder disposed in a sealing zone provided therebetween.
Patent GB-2431460-A (GB)
Title: Shotgun support device
Inventor: ADAMS EDWARD JOHN
IPC: F41A23/02
Filed: 2005-10-20
Abstract: A shotgun support device supports a shotgun in an upright position, with the barrels stopped or closed by a portion of the support 1 which engages the gun at the mouths of the barrels. The device may also feature a frame 3 and rubber foot assembly 4 so that the gun can be rested in a free standing manner against a vertical surface 5.
Patent GB-2435435-A (GB)
Title: A drainer for use with food waste
Inventor: FOSTER JANE
IPC: A47J47/20
Filed: 2006-02-23
Abstract: A drainer for use with a sink or bowl that allows debris from food preparation e.g. the peelings from fruit or vegetables to be collected and for the debris to be drained before it is taken to a compost heap or placed in a bin. Preferably the drainer is light weight and has handles to allow the drainer to be easily lifted from the sink or bowl by a disabled or elderly person.
Patent GB-2421695-A (GB)
Title: Portable transaction device for tracking game play
Inventor: ROWE RICHARD E
IPC: A63F13/12
Filed: 2003-03-26
Abstract: A portable transaction device used for tracking game play in a gaming environment including a table game at which one or more games are presented and a player tracking server. The portable transaction device has an input for receiving a request to rate a player, an input operable by a casino employee for allowing the casino employee to input an estimate of an amount bet or lost by the player during a rating session while the player is participating in the game play in a game playing area and an input for inputting player identification information into the portable transaction device to identify the player. A wireless communication link for transmitting player identification information from the portable transaction device to the player tracking server and a touch screen display at the portable transaction device for displaying a game service interface for inputting game play information used for rating the player during his participation in the gaming activity are also provided. The portable transaction device is adapted to transmit via the wireless communication link game play information input at the game service interface to the player tracking server, including the estimate of the amount bet or lost during the rating session, thus permitting storage of said game play information at the player tracking server in association with a player rating file.
Patent GB-2436604-A (GB)
Title: Dynamic tensioning system for a belt or chain in an engine
Inventor: PEGG IAN GRAHAM
IPC: F16H7/08
Filed: 2006-03-30
Abstract: A tensioning system for use in an internal combustion engine to tension a belt or chain drive 20, the tensioner 10 comprising means for varying the tension dynamically in direct/indirect dependence on prevailing engine operating conditions. The tension may be varied in dependence on engine speed, or the operating state of components driven by the engine, such as the alternator 16, fuel pump 18 or air conditioning compressor 14. The control system 12 may operate on an open loop system wherein the appropriate tension is looked up from a table, or a closed loop system which receives feedback from a sensor 22. The sensor 22 may be an optical sensor which monitors slap, or a sound sensor which detects emitted noise. The tensioner itself may be of a mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic or electrical kind.
Patent GB-2437789-A (GB)
Title: Entertainment machines
Inventor: GERRARD PETER
IPC: G07F17/34
Filed: 2006-05-04
Abstract: A coin-operated player-operable entertainment machine is actuated by a stake value to cause symbols (12, 21) to be selected and displayed on win lines at a win zone of a video display (4). Some of the symbols (21) are numerical values and an award is made available if there is a winning combination of the numerical symbols (21) on a win line. The award is determined by the totalled value of the numerical symbols multiplied by the stake value for the win line.
Patent GB-2443861-A (GB)
Title: Information Storage and Distribution via Text Message (SMS, MMS etc)
Inventor: NICOLLE ADRIAN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2006-10-25
Abstract: The system comprises: a database having stored therein a plurality of Keywords and a plurality of Reply Messages each associated with at least one of the Keywords; a text message receiver for receiving an incoming text message and the telephone number from which the incoming text message was sent; a text message transmitter; and a processor which receives an incoming text message from the receiver, compares the incoming text message with Keywords stored in the database and upon a successful comparison retrieves the associated Reply Message and forwards the Reply Message to the text message transmitter which sends the Reply Message back to the telephone number from which the incoming text message was sent. Preferably the owner of the Keyword can be provided with a list of the telephone numbers of the incoming text messages. Reply messages may only be sent to approved telephone numbers. The Cell identifier from which the incoming text message was sent may be logged and a reply based upon the location may be sent. The database of Keywords and Reply Messages may be updated by text message or via the internet.
Patent GB-2428960-A (GB)
Title: Footwear
Inventor: HARRISON MATTHEW JAMES CLEAR
IPC: A43B3/10
Filed: 2005-05-27
Abstract: Footwear comprises a sole (10) including toe, instep and heel regions (11),(12),(13) and a retention member (17) provided at the toe region. The retention member upstands from the upper surface of the sole (10) and is adapted for location between the first and second toes of a wearer. The retention member (17) has a significant lengthwise extent and flares outwardly at the upper end thereof so as partially to overlie the first and second toes of a wearer. An adjustable ankle strap (26),(27),(29) is provided in the heel region (13). The footwear is retained on the foot of a wearer by the interaction of the retention member (17) and the wearer's toes, in conjunction with the ankle strap.
Patent GB-2435044-A (GB)
Title: Active energy ray-curable ink composition
Inventor: KITO KATSUYUKI
IPC: C09D11/101
Filed: 2007-03-07
Abstract: Disclosed is an energy ray-curable ink composition containing a coloring agent, a monomer and a photopolymerization initiator. As the monomer, 10-90% by weight of an acrylamide derivative is contained relative to the total weight of the ink composition, and the viscosity of the ink composition as a whole is 3-35 mPa  Ò  s at 25{. This ink composition has low viscosity without being diluted with a diluent, while exhibiting good storage stability and good pigment dispersibility in cases where the coloring agent is composed of a pigment. The ink composition further has excellent stability in continuous discharge to a recording medium, and exhibits good curability even when the energy is low and the integrated amount of light is not more than 150 mJ/cm<2>. Furthermore, the ink composition enables to obtain good print quality on a non-absorptive recording medium, and in particular, it exhibits excellent adhesion to a recording medium base.
Patent GB-2447890-A (GB)
Title: Solar collector comprising resilient tubing to compensate for the expansion of a working fluid due to freezing
Inventor: SIMS CHRISTOPHER ROBERT
IPC: E03B7/10
Filed: 2007-03-22
Abstract: A solar collector comprises a length of serpentine copper tubing and a length of sealed silicone tubing, where the silicone tubing is inserted internally along the entire length of the copper tubing. An annulus is created between the inside of the copper tubing and the outside of the silicone tubing through which water can flow. The silicone tubing is compressible and is thus able to absorb an increase in water volume due to freezing. In this way, the compressible silicone tubing compensates for the expansion of the water when freezing and protects the copper tubing from damage, such as rupture or bursting. Preferably, as the frozen water starts to thaw out, the air compressed inside the sealed silicone tubing enables the silicone tubing to return to its original shape. The silicone tubing may be held in place inside the copper tubing by a restraining system comprising a cylindrical body and fins. In use, the tubing arrangement allows water to freeze and thaw out without causing damage to the solar collector's copper tubing.
Patent GB-2448338-A (GB)
Title: Process of preparing stained inorganic particulates
Inventor: RICHARDSON ANDREA FRANCES
IPC: C03C25/608
Filed: 2007-04-11
Abstract: A process is disclosed of preparing stained particulates of glass, partially crystalline glass or glass-like amorphous inorganic materials, having no dimension greater than 2000 microns. The process may comprise applying a staining formulation to particulates where the stain may contain a metal compound, such as a silver or copper compound, and heating the particulates to effect the migration of metal ions from the stain into the particulates. The stain may also comprise an oil or resin, and bismuth, tin, vanadium, zirconium, lithium, ion or silicate minerals. The metal ions may be reduced by heating the particulates in the presence of a reducing agent.