baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2357066-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for protecting a track assembly of a tractor
Inventor: HANSEN GARY W
IPC: B62D55/084
Filed: 2000-12-04
Abstract: A tractor (8) includes a track assembly (10) having a frame (12), an idler wheel (16) and drive wheel (14) each being mechanically coupled to the frame (12), an endless track (22) disposed around the idler and drive wheels (14,16), and a number of mid-rollers (20) interposed between the idler and drive wheels (14,16). The tractor (8) also includes a first protection member (30) having a first upper edge (64) and a first lower edge (66). The first protection member (30) is secured to the frame (12) such that a portion of the frame (12) is positioned behind the first protection member (30). The tractor (8) further includes a number of first guard members (42) secured to the first protection member (30) so that (i) the first guard members (42) extend downwardly beyond the first lower edge (66) toward the endless track (22) and (ii) the first guard members (42) are spaced apart from each other along the first lower edge (66) such that a gap (70) is defined between adjacent first guard members (42).
Patent GB-2370396-A (GB)
Title: Configuring programmable logic devices
Inventor: LONG MEL
IPC: G06F17/50
Filed: 2000-12-20
Abstract: Processor 14 reconfigures FPGA (or other programmble logic device) 12 via connector 18 using data from a removable configuration memory 16. Since memory 16 is removable, it can be substituted by a different memory containing different configuration data which is then instantly available to processor 14 for reconfiguring the FPGA 12.
Patent GB-2365582-A (GB)
Title: High bandwidth cache
Inventor: RIEDLINGER REID JAMES
IPC: G06F12/08
Filed: 2001-01-31
Abstract: A system and method are disclosed which provide a high bandwidth cache 100 that enables reads and writes to be performed simultaneously. More specifically, a system and method are disclosed which provide a cache design that enables any one of multiple cache banks 10, 20 to be mapped to any one of multiple ports to satisfy a memory access request. In a preferred embodiment, multiple ports are dedicated as load (or "read") ports and multiple ports are dedicated for stores and fills (i.e., "write" ports). In a preferred embodiment, the cache structure is segmented into multiple cache banks. In a preferred embodiment, the cache structure is implemented such that any one of the multiple cache banks may be mapped to any one of the multiple ports, thereby enabling a high bandwidth cache. In a preferred embodiment, the cache structure comprises a cross-over MUX 14 that enables data from any one of the multiple cache banks to be mapped to any one of the multiple ports to satisfy a memory access request. Moreover, in a preferred embodiment, the cache structure is arranged to receive multiple memory access requests and map any one of the multiple cache banks to any one of the multiple ports in order to satisfy, in parallel, multiple ones of the multiple memory access requests received. Accordingly, in a preferred embodiment, the cache structure is arranged such that it may satisfy a read request via a dedicated read port and a write request via a dedicated write port, in parallel.
Patent GB-2372668-A (GB)
Title: Serial data transmitters
Inventor: FLOYD GEOFFREY EDWARD
IPC: H04Q11/04
Filed: 2001-02-22
Abstract: A method of providing data for transmission on a time division multiplexed (TDM) serial data stream. The method comprises mapping channels of the TDM stream to contexts, each context comprising a set of memory buffers for storing data to be transmitted. Data is extracted from the contexts in a sequence defined by said mapping and transmitting the extracted data on the TDM stream. When a buffer or buffers of a context become empty, a buffer refill request is generated to cause data to be read from a memory to refill the buffer, wherein each buffer refill request is assigned a priority. The context buffers are refilled in an order defined by the respective priorities of the refill requests.
Patent GB-2363570-A (GB)
Title: Preventives for hepatopathy
Inventor: FUJIMURA KATSUYUKI
IPC: A23L2/39
Filed: 1999-11-26
Abstract: Preventives for drug-induced hepatopathy which contain a shiitake mushroom hypha extract.
Patent GB-2368160-A (GB)
Title: Demoting data from cache memory
Inventor: BURTON DAVID ALLAN
IPC: G06F12/12
Filed: 2001-06-06
Abstract: Disclosed is a method, system, and program for caching data. Data from a device 6, such as a volatile memory device or non-volatile storage device, is maintained in entries 4a-4d in a cache 2. For each entry in cache, a variable 12a-12d indicates both a time when the cache entry was last accessed and a frequency of accesses to the cache entry. This improves cache hits for randomly accessed data, by allowing demotion of less frequently accessed entries among the least recently used entries.
Patent GB-2361232-A (GB)
Title: Cork extractor
Inventor: LARIMER ROBERT W
IPC: B67B7/04
Filed: 2000-01-05
Abstract: A self-pulling cork extractor having a guide (14) and a corkscrew (12) which may be stored entirely within the guide for compact and safe storage and transport. The corkscrew includes a worm (18) having a sharp free end (46) attached to a handle (16) having downwardly and inwardly foldable end portions (32). The end portions are upwardly and outwardly extended and the corkscrew is positioned within the guide with the free end downwardly oriented for extraction of a cork, lateral movement of the corkscrew being limited by an aperture (58) located at the top of the guide. For storage and transport, the end portions are downwardly and inwardly folded and the corkscrew inserted upwardly through the lower portion of the guide and retained completely therein. In the storage position, the sharp free end of the worm is positioned within the aperture at the top of the guide, thereby preventing the exposure of any sharp edges or points. A foil cutter (60) is also integrally formed in the guide.
Patent GB-2366999-A (GB)
Title: Umbrella containing pulley opening mechanism
Inventor: WU CHIEH-CHIH
IPC: A45B25/14
Filed: 2001-07-06
Abstract: The foldable umbrella has a runner 26, and telescopic shaft 10 with a cap 27 and a base 31. A wire (40, figure 4) runs form the cap 27 round a pin (273, figure 4) in the runner 26, a pin (272, figure 4) in the cap, a pulley (262, figure 4) in the runner and a pulley (271, figure 4) in the cap to a component 39 that is removably received in a control component at the base 31. The pulleys and pins are located within recesses (260, 270, figure 2) in a protrusion (261, figure 2) in the runner and the cap. The shaft contains a spring 12. Ribs 21 are connected to the cap and stretchers 22 attaches the runner to the ribs. A button 36 is biased to hold the component 39 within a slot in the control component.
Patent GB-2366825-A (GB)
Title: Domestic flood barrier
Inventor: SHARPLES W
IPC: E03D11/00
Filed: 2001-06-22
Abstract: A flood barrier for application to a door, window or other building opening comprises a frame which is sealed to the wall around the opening and one or more panels which are slidingly and sealingly inserted into the frame to provide a barrier of the required height. The panels nay be secured together by toggle fasteners on one face and have seals 21,23 projecting from their other face at their upper and lower edges. The specification also discloses a flood barrier for a cellar opening (Figs 10-13) and a barrier for sealing a toilet seat (Fig 14).
Patent GB-2371425-A (GB)
Title: Starter/alternator control system
Inventor: GALE ALLAN ROY
IPC: B60K6/20
Filed: 2001-09-06
Abstract: A system and method of charging an energy storage device in a vehicle including an engine coupled to a combined starter/alternator and an energy storage device connected to said starter/alternator. The energy storage device provides electrical power to the vehicle. The method comprises the steps of determining a peak efficiency torque value of the starter/alternator when operating as an electrical generator, and intermittently operating the starter/alternator for a predetermined period of time as an electrical generator at approximately the peak efficiency torque value. In this way, the output of the starter/generator is substantially greater than an average power load value of the vehicle for a predetermined period of time, but the average power output of the starter/generator is approximately equal to the average power load requirements of the vehicle. In one aspect of the invention, the engine output torque is increased by the peak efficiency torque value associated with the starter/alternator, and a switching circuit is periodically activated to maintain the desired charge on the energy storage device.
Patent GB-2375235-A (GB)
Title: Multiple monopole aerial
Inventor: TELFER DUNCAN JOHN
IPC: H01Q9/44
Filed: 2001-11-30
Abstract: A radio frequency aerial consisting of two or more electrically conducting monopole elements (e.g., E1, E2, Fig. 2) positioned so that they can interact with a ground plane (G, Fig. 2) to produce a near-spherical far-field pattern at right angles to the ground plane at the lowest resonant frequency. The elements are approximately one-quarter wavelength long at the lowest resonant frequency and consist of one or more components made from rods or wires. The elements are inwardly inclined, crossing over but not touching. The aerial feeder may be conventional conducting cable F and the feeder connection may include a matching unit M.
Patent GB-2384467-A (GB)
Title: Handlebar mounting for a bicycle
Inventor: EVANS ASHLEY EDWARD
IPC: B62K21/12
Filed: 2002-01-21
Abstract: The handle bar is attached to a vertical shaft via a friction coupling to allow rotation about the shaft for storage or if the bicycle falls to the ground after an accident.
Patent GB-2369823-A (GB)
Title: Assays for cyclin interaction compounds
Inventor: ZHELEVA DANIELLA I
IPC: A61K38/00
Filed: 2000-11-29
Abstract: An assay for compounds that interact with a cyclin by forming associations with the amino acids L253, I206 and R211 of cyclin A or their corresponding amino acids in other cyclins is claimed. Interactions between other amino acids in such cyclins may also form a part of the assay. These peptides may be peptides of SEQ ID NOS: 2 or 3 and retain the conserved motif XLXF. A large number of variants of these peptide sequences are also described and claimed. The assay may also include the step of using a three dimensional model of a cyclin. Independent claims also describe methods of screening for drugs that disrupt association with the specific amino acids described. The detection method for the assay may be by monitoring G0 and/or G1/S cell cycle, apoptosis, suppression of E2F hypophosphorylation of cellular pRb or in vitro anti-proliferative effects.
Patent GB-2376014-A (GB)
Title: Folding flatrack with outward bracing
Inventor: CLIVE-SMITH MARTIN
IPC: B65D90/00
Filed: 2002-04-09
Abstract: A collapsible platform base container or flat-rack (11), with inset folding corner posts (13), and attendant outboard end bracing frames (33), is configured for outward splay, for overhead loading or unloading and provides compact collapse folding, of both posts (13) and bracing frames (33), upon a platform base (14). The corner posts may fold inwardly or outwardly or both (Fig. 1B) and can be telescopic (Fig. 1C). The corner posts may have transverse bracing 35.
Patent GB-2391336-A (GB)
Title: System for local memory addressing in single instruction multiple data computer system.
Inventor: SKULL JON
IPC: G06F15/80
Filed: 2002-04-09
Abstract: A single instruction, multiple data ("SIMD") computer system includes a central control unit coupled to 256 processing elements ("PEs") and to 32 static random access memory ("SRAM") devices. Each group of eight PEs can access respective groups of eight columns in a respective SRAM device. Each PE includes a local column address register that can be loaded through a data bus of the respective PE. A local column address stored in the local column address register is applied to an AND gate, which selects either the local column address or a column address applied to the AND gate by the central control unit. As a result, the central control unit can globally access the SRAM device, or a specific one of the eight columns that can be accessed by each PE can be selected locally by the PE. Also described is an address steering system which generates addresses as a function of the number of bits in each word.
Patent GB-2379077-A (GB)
Title: Device to protect low coercivity magnetic head in card reader from high current
Inventor: YAMAMOTO HISASHI
IPC: G11B5/00
Filed: 2002-06-21
Abstract: A magnetic card reader device has both a first head 14 which reads low coercivity cards and a second head 15 which reads high coercivity cards, which can be alternately switched to a common output portion 13 of a data recording circuit. The circuit can generate a low current 12a and a high current 12b corresponding to first and second heads. The circuit provides a current protection facility which prevents excessive current flow at the low current supply portion of the circuit, which might damage the low coercivity head or the circuit.
Patent GB-2390549-A (GB)
Title: Evaluating restitution characteristics of a golf club head
Inventor: SAEGUSA HIROSHI
IPC: A63B102/32
Filed: 2002-07-02
Abstract: A method of evaluating restitution characteristics of a golf club head, a system for evaluating the restitution characteristics and a golf club, are provided in which a coefficient of restitution of a golf club head is inferred and obtained without disassembling the golf club wherein, at first, an external force to a striking face of the golf club head is imparted to perform impact vibration. A response signal of the striking face under the impact vibration is acquired to obtain a resonant frequency of the striking face, and a coefficient of restitution is calculated from the resonant frequency for when the golf ball is struck by the striking face. The response signal can be obtained via a noise microphone and measuring unit, Fig 1 (not shown), or via an acceleration pickup 52.
Patent GB-2379631-A (GB)
Title: Moulded articles and methods of producing moulded articles
Inventor: DEVEREUX MARK
IPC: B29C41/22
Filed: 2002-07-08
Abstract: A method of producing a moulded article, the method comprising a charging a mould with first and second moulding materials, heating the materials to a first temperature at which the first material can be moulded, moulding the first material in the mould, further heating the material to a second temperature at which the second material can be moulded and moulding the second material in the mould. The method is particularly intended for the production of mannequins or models of animal or human bodies.
Patent GB-2389179-A (GB)
Title: A method for electrophoresis
Inventor: BJELLQVIST BENGT
IPC: B03C5/00
Filed: 2002-08-29
Abstract: The invention provides a method for electrophoresis of proteins or peptides, wherein a disulphide-comprising compound is added in an amount sufficient to provide an excess of reactive disulphide groups accessible to react with the cysteines of the proteins or peptides throughout the separation procedure. Preferred disuplhide-comprising compounds are bis-(2-hydroxyethyl) disulphide, bis-(2-hydroxypropyl) disulphide, 3,3 - dipropionamidedisulphide and 2,2'-dipyridyl disulphide. The invention also provides the use of a solution containing a reactive disulphide-comprising compound to rehydrate a gel for electrophoresis, or as a reagent for the electrophoretic separation of proteins or peptides and a gel containing a reactive disulphide-comprising compound. A solubilisation solution for proteins comprising a reactive disulphide-comprising compound and a reducing agent is provided.
Patent GB-2394365-A (GB)
Title: Circuit board constructions
Inventor: HANSEN NIELS-HENRIK LAI
IPC: H05K1/02
Filed: 2002-10-19
Abstract: A circuit board construction comprises a circuit board <B>1</B> having an oscillator circuit <B>3</B> mounted on an oscillator mounting portion <B>5</B> of the circuit board <B>1</B>. A slot or groove <B>7a,b,c</B> is formed around the oscillator mounting portion <B>5</B> to provide a measure of mechanical isolation of the portion <B>5</B>. The oscillator circuit <B>3</B> may be a voltage controlled oscillator circuit. The oscillator mounting portion <B>5</B> of the board <B>1</B> may be attached to other regions of the board <B>1</B> from which it is partially mechanically isolated by breaks or bridges <B>9a,b,c</B> formed across the slot or groove <B>7a,b,c</B>. There may be no more than three breaks or bridges <B>9a,b,c</B>. The average depth of the slot or groove <B>7a,b,c</B> may be at least 50% of the thickness of the circuit board <B>1</B>. Alternatively the slot or groove <B>7a,b,c</B> may extend though the entire thickness of the circuit board <B>1</B>. The slot or groove <B>7a,b,c</B> may extend around the oscillator mounting portion <B>5</B> to form a straight sided closed figure which may be a square or rectangle.
Patent GB-2390752-A (GB)
Title: Split alternator bobbin
Inventor: YORK MICHAEL TIMOTHY
IPC: H02K3/52
Filed: 2003-01-09
Abstract: An electrical alternator 10 is disclosed having a high output bobbin. A rotor assembly as claimed in the alternator includes a bobbin assembly 42 having an expandable split or seam 44 through a section of the bobbin assembly, a field coil 48 that is wrapped around the bobbin assembly, and a pole assembly 68 having an integrated hub for receiving the field coil wrapped bobbin assembly. The bobbin assembly can consist of either a single component or multiple components. The method for constructing the rotor assembly is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2385593-A (GB)
Title: Branched hydrophobic soil dispersant
Inventor: CONNOR STEDMAN DANIEL
IPC: C11D1/22
Filed: 2003-01-10
Abstract: A hydrophobic soil dispersant having the formula: <EMI ID=1.1 HE=41 WI=141 LX=464 LY=671 TI=CF> <PC>wherein A units are arylene units; each R is independently hydrogen, linear or branched C1-C4 alkyl, -O(R<3>O)xR<4>, and mixtures thereof; R<3> is C2-C4 linear or branched alkylene, R<4> is hydrogen, C1-C4 alkyl, phenyl, or mixtures thereof; B is a continuation by branching; x has the value from 0 to 25; R<1> is a sulphonate group; R<2> is an amino group; [CAP] is a chain capping unit; the index m has an average value of from 8 to 150; the index n has an average value of from 1 to 50. Also claimed is a laundry detergent composition comprising the soil dispersant, a surfactant system and other ingredients.
Patent GB-2387727-A (GB)
Title: Attitude angle detecting apparatus
Inventor: TODA HIROYUKI
IPC: G01C19/00
Filed: 2003-01-28
Abstract: Disclosed is an attitude angle detecting apparatus that receives signals transmitted from a number of GPS satellites. The apparatus comprises at least two antennas mounted on a mobile unit such as an aircraft or a ship, the first antenna is a reference antenna which is used to determine the relative position of a second antenna with respect to the reference. The apparatus further comprises a means for observing a single phase difference or a double phase difference and determining an integer ambiguity from the phase difference; a means for calculating position from the phase difference of which the integer ambiguity has been determined and a means for calculating attitude angles of the mobile unit and an error covariance of the attitude angles. When it is necessary to redetermine the integer ambiguity for example after recovery from an interruption of the signals transmitted from the satellites or as a result of a change in the combination of the GPS satellites, the apparatus redetermines the integer ambiguities by using the attitude angles and an attitude angle error covariance obtained from the previous observation. This enables the apparatus to obtain information on the heading and attitude of the mobile unit without interruption.
Patent GB-2386879-A (GB)
Title: Regenerative braking system for hybrid electric vehicle
Inventor: CIKANEK SUSAN REBECCA
IPC: B60W10/18
Filed: 2003-02-17
Abstract: A regenerative braking system for a hybrid electric vehicle 10 comprises an engine 14, a geared electric motor-generator or transaxle assembly 16 and a transmission assembly 18 which selectively receives torque from the engine 14 and the motor-generator assembly 16, and which delivers an output torque to a pair of road wheels 26,28. The engine 14 is connected to the transmission 18 by a clutch 20, which the system disconnects during certain braking events. This allows a maximum amount of energy to be recovered by eliminating engine drag. The motor-generator assembly 16 simulates engine drag, thus providing a driver of the vehicle 10 with a consistent feel during all operating modes. The powertrain configuration is typically a parallel hybrid front wheel drive system. The braking system interfaces with a friction brake system and preferably responds to inputs such as an accelerator pedal position, vehicle speed and battery 34 charge level.
Patent GB-2388167-A (GB)
Title: Thrust roller bearing device and exhaust gas recycling control valve comprising such a device
Inventor: GABOREL JEAN-PHILIPPE
IPC: F02M25/07
Filed: 2003-03-14
Abstract: A thrust roller bearing device comprises a first ring 3, a second ring 4, rolling elements 5 arranged axially between the first and second rings 3, 4, and a support 2 comprising a base 6 in contact with the second ring 4, the base 6 having a radial thrust surface 7 and a sleeve 13 extending axially from the base 6 towards the first ring 3. The first ring 3 comprising a radial thrust portion 17 located axially at one end of the first ring 3 on the side of the rolling elements 5 opposite the second ring 4, the first ring also comprising a radial retaining portion 19 located at an axial distance from the radial portion of the thrust bearing 17. The sleeve 13 comprises axial retaining means 14 cooperating with the radial retaining portion 19 to prevent a separation movement of the first ring 3 from the second ring 4. The first ring 3, is manufactured from a stamped sheet metal plate. The bearing can be used in a exhaust gas recycling valve in an internal combustion engine.
Patent GB-2404841-A (GB)
Title: Face mask for games
Inventor: RICE JOHN RONALD
IPC: A62B18/04
Filed: 2003-08-14
Abstract: A face mask, e.g. for use in paintball games, comprises a lens 12 and a body structure 14 forming an ocular chamber 34 covering the eyes, an exhalation chamber 36 covering the nose and mouth, an inlet chamber 44 containing a fan 46 and an inlet plenum chamber 42 defined by a deflector 54 to guide air upwards into the ocular chamber. This prevents fogging of the lens while giving protection against fragments of paint balls. The application also describes and claims the features of a) controlling the fan to operate intermittently, b) initiating operation of the fan when conditions (temperature, humidity) within the ocular chamber are liable to cause fogging, c) the use of an elastomeric strap which may have rows of holes in it to support the mask on the wearer's head. The mask may have an adjustable visor to shade the face.