baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2492163-A (GB)
Title: Encoding mode selection by optimising an estimate of distortion, based on a trained parameter, and a measure of required bit rate
Inventor: NILSSON MATTIAS
IPC: H04N19/89
Filed: 2011-06-24
Abstract: A method of encoding an outgoing video stream comprising plural frames, each frame having plural image portions, comprises: for each target image portion, selecting 49 a preferred one of a set of encoding modes (e.g., intra 41, inter 43 or skip modes) by optimizing a function comprising a distortion estimate and measure of bit rate required to encode the target image portion; encoding the target image portion into the video stream using the selected encoding mode; and transmitting the encoded stream over a lossy channel. The distortion estimate comprises a first, source coding distortion term (e.g., sum of absolute differences (SAD)), and a bias term representing an estimate of distortion that would be experienced due to channel loss; the bias term is determined based on a trained parameter (e.g., a function of signal to noise ratio (SNR), loss probability, coding rate or round trip time) trained based on a sample video stream. The bias term may estimate distortion due to the non arrival of a reference portion in the target portionâ  s history on which the target portion prediction depends, and on a concealment term representing distortion experienced due to concealment; the sum of squared differences (SSD) between samples may be used.
Patent GB-2500939-A (GB)
Title: Duckboard with detachable water absorbent layer
Inventor: HUSEYIN ERCAN
IPC: A47K3/00
Filed: 2012-04-07
Abstract: A duckboard comprising a rigid board with raised and lowered parts, said board covered with a detachable absorbent layer. The duckboard may include feet formed in plastic, rubber, silicon or elastomer. The layer may include a reinforced structure, e.g. incorporating mesh or fibres. The layer preferably includes a wicking surface. The layer may include an antibacterial or antimicrobial stratum. As shown in the figure, the layer may be attached to itself.
Patent GB-2501109-A (GB)
Title: Actuator for ophthalmic lens delivery device
Inventor: WOODS STEPHEN PAUL
IPC: A61F2/16
Filed: 2012-04-12
Abstract: An actuator for an ophthalmic lens delivery device comprises a barrel 16 and a plunger 22 received within the barrel 16, which is moveable from a retracted position to a deployed position. A coupling means, preferably in the form of clutch mechanism 5, is operable between the plunger 22 and the barrel 16. It has a first condition which allows the plunger 22 to move axially as a result of axial force and a second condition which allows the plunger 22 to move axially when it is rotated. Preferably, the clutch (5) comprises a driven member (60) and a fixed member (62) having respective castellations (86, 88). The driven member (60) carries pins (80) which engage a multi-start thread (38) on the plunger 22. Preferably, in the engaged condition of the clutch (5), the casteIlations (86, 88) are urged into engagement by three annular springs (70) and the plunger 22 is advanced by rotation relative to the barrel 16. An axial load on the plunger 22 disengages the clutch mechanism (5), allowing the plunger 22 to be advanced axially whilst rotating the driven member (60).
Patent GB-2504707-A (GB)
Title: Waterproof overshoes
Inventor: AYAOKUR ELINA
IPC: A43B3/16
Filed: 2012-08-07
Abstract: A overshoe is made of waterproof fabric and has a rubber sole unit 2. The seams of the overshoe may be sealed with waterproof tape 9, and there may be an ankle belt to secure the overshoe to a users leg. A tip 1 of the overshoe may be elasticated to allow different shoe sizes to be accommodated by the overshoe. The overshoe preferably has flexible wires 3 to provide support to the body of the overshoe. The overshoe may be stored in a waterproof carry bag.
Patent GB-2491330-A (GB)
Title: Paper shredder with staple and clip remover
Inventor: ARIES PAUL ARTHUR
IPC: B02C18/00
Filed: 2011-03-25
Abstract: A paper shredder comprising a housing, cutters positioned in the housing, and a feeder base adapted to support a stack of paper. The feeder base includes a feed slot and an aperture providing communication between a top surface of the feeder base and a waste area. An edge defines at least a portion of the aperture and is oriented at an angle oblique to the feeder slot. The edge can be positioned at an angle of 3 degrees to 70 degrees, and preferably at about 10 degrees relative to the feeder slot. Preferably, the edge includes a first section at an angle of between 3 degrees and 20 degrees relative to the feeder slot, and a second section at an angle of between 20 degrees and 45 degrees relative to the feeder slot. The shredder can further comprise a deflection member for deflecting clips falling into the aperture.
Patent GB-2497433-A (GB)
Title: Laser assembly that provides an adjusted output beam having symmetrical beam parameters
Inventor: ROWLETTE JEREMY A
IPC: G02B27/09
Filed: 2012-12-07
Abstract: A laser assembly (10) which may be for example, a quantum cascade laser, provides a beam (20) from gain chip (12) and an axisymmetric optical assembly (16). The gain chip (12) emits an astigmatic, output beam (14). The optical assembly (16) adjusts the output beam (14) so that an adjusted output beam (20) has an adjusted first axis divergence angle and an adjusted second axis divergence angle. The magnitude of the adjusted first axis divergence angle is approximately equal to a magnitude of an adjusted second axis divergence angle in the far field.
Patent GB-2512028-A (GB)
Title: In-built temperature monitors
Inventor: DAVIDSON VICTORIA
IPC: G01K1/02
Filed: 2013-01-21
Abstract: An in-built temperature monitor 1 for remote temperature monitoring is provided. The temperature monitor is incorporated into a device such as a motor vehicle and includes a display screen 4 and at least one user-operable key or switch 2. A communication unit 10, typically in the form of a mobile telephone module or modem, is provided for transmitting and receiving signals. A temperature sensor 8 measures temperature. A processor unit 6 is programmable with an upper temperature setpoint and a lower temperature setpoint and these are stored in the processor unit and compared against the measured temperature. The processor unit controls the communication unit 10 to transmit an alarm signal to a mobile telephone or other portable electronic device 12 if the measured temperature is above the upper temperature setpoint or below the lower temperature setpoint. The processor unit 6 also controls the communication unit 10 to transmit a status signal when the communication unit receives a demand signal, typically from a mobile telephone or other portable electronic device 12.
Patent GB-2497701-A (GB)
Title: Remote pig launcher
Inventor: BURNS TIMOTHY HAMILTON
IPC: E21B23/08
Filed: 2011-10-28
Abstract: A pig launching system comprising a first pipe portion connected to a second pipe portion at a pipe intersection; a pig carrier located at the pie intersection; and the pig carrier comprising a plurality of pigs in a cylinder, an opening in the carrier aligned with the first pipe portion, and an indexing system adapted to move one of the pigs to the opening.
Patent GB-2516614-A (GB)
Title: Photoluminescent devices suited for a broad range of applications
Inventor: WILLS ANDY
IPC: G09F13/20
Filed: 2013-05-24
Abstract: A means to illuminate a building, structure or vehicle comprises an extruded photoluminescent strip having a fixing means which may include an adhesive tape backing or a mechanical fixing such as a threaded member. The strip may be flexible, may emit light of any colour , may have a flat rear surface and have a fibre optic cable therein. The cable may have a power source and may introduce light from a remote source The strip may have a groove or score line running lengthways (Figure 3) the groove being provided to allow the strip to flex or bend. The strip may be shaped to fit convex or concave curves and corners (Figure 3b & 5). The strip may have two upstanding sides and the device may then be integrated with a skirting board, a dado rail, a handrail or balustrade. The device may be provided with a means to integrate with tongue and groove flooring. The device may used on a vehicle including a ship or an aircraft.
Patent GB-2516417-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for providing a set of target recipients for a message
Inventor: BADDELEY DAVID
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 2013-06-05
Abstract: A method for providing a list or set of target recipients 111 for a message, comprising providing data representing an initial list or set of recipients for the message, filtering the initial list or set of recipients using a user specified template including at least one filter to provide the target list or set on the basis of data representing multiple behavioral and factual characteristics or profile associated with the recipients. A modified message may be sent to the target set of recipients. An information management system is used to collect data on recipients and comprises an activity database 103 to receive messaging data 102 from multiple user equipment devices 111 over at least one messaging channel of a network, a profile engine 105 is used to generate a profile for an identity using the messaging data, the identity associated with at least one of the devices. The messaging channel can be SMS, MMS or an over-the-top (OTT) service and the identity is a globally unique identifier such as a phone number, an IMSI or other such identifier. Data collected can include behavioral, contextual and technical data. Filtering ensures that message content and messages are better targeted to the recipient.
Patent GB-2516261-A (GB)
Title: Cleaning product
Inventor: HILTON ANNE
IPC: C11D3/48
Filed: 2013-07-16
Abstract: A low allergen cleaning product comprises one or more ingredients selected from water, fermentation grade ethanol, PEG hydrogenated castor oil, cocamidopropyl betaine, PEG 12 dimethicone, dimethicone, citric acid, sodium gluconate, didecyldimonium chloride, alkyl glucoside, sodium hydroxide, sodium chloride, glycerine, isopropanol, polydimethylsiloxane, synthetic bees wax, coconut fatty acids, dodecyl benzene sulphonate, sodium citrate, alkyl polyglucoside, diethylenetriamine penta(methylene phosphonic acid), polydimethylsiloxane, dialkyl ammonium methosulphate, a low allergen fragrance compound, and a low allergen fragrance composition. Preferably, the product comprises one or more of coconut fatty acid, alkyl sulphates and alkyl polyglucosides at a concentration of less than 1.3%. The product may consist of water, fermentation grade alcohol, PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil, cocamidopropyl betaine, dimethicone, citric acid, a low allergen fragrance, sodium gluconate and didecyldimonium chloride. Alternatively, the product may consist of water, fermentation grade alcohol, alkyl glucoside, citric acid, PEG-40 hydrogenated castor oil, a low allergen fragrance and didecyldimonium chloride. A method of making a low allergen cleaning product is also claimed.
Patent GB-2518832-A (GB)
Title: A bottom scoping device
Inventor: POWER LEE
IPC: A01K93/00
Filed: 2013-10-01
Abstract: A bottom surveying device, including a float body 6 with an integral rechargeable wireless camera (fig 8), cooperating with a wireless onshore rechargeable transmitter/ receiver 8 which in turn cooperates with a mobile smart phone 7. The device is used in combination with a rod 2 having a line 4 with a lead sinker 5. The lead is able to run freely on the line until it comes to the end where the float is. In use, the combination is cast out and wound in until the float hits the lead on the body of water's bottom. Keeping a tight line the line is let out incrementally, counting until the float comes up. The count bears relation to the water body depth.
Patent GB-2518884-A (GB)
Title: Network attached storage system and corresponding method for request handling in a network attached storage system
Inventor: DIEDERICH MICHAEL
IPC: G06F3/06
Filed: 2013-10-04
Abstract: A network attached storage system (1A) includes a storage system (100A) connected to at least one external device (180) via an external network (190), wherein the storage system (100A) includes at least one storage media and at least one controller (110A) presenting storage capacity of the storage system (100A) to the at least one external device (180). Wherein the at least one external device (180) sends a request (172) to the storage system (100A), the at least one controller (110A) receives and serves the request (172) and sends a response (174) to the requesting external device (180) after serving the request (172); wherein the at least one controller (110A) includes a delay functionality (112A), which introduces a variable length delay to an execution process of the request (172) based on a current input/output load of the storage system (100A), a maximum allowed request response time, a request completion time, and a measured current request execution time.
Patent GB-2523301-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for transition encoding in video coding and decoding
Inventor: GISQUET CHRISTOPHE
IPC: H04N19/186
Filed: 2014-01-03
Abstract: Level values or indexes / indices used for encoding a coding unit of an image according to a palette mode (HEVC) are encoded based on the use of patterns (see fig. 15) to predict the level value in order to avoid their transmission. Transmission is avoided when the value may be predicted based on the neighbourhood of the pixel to encode. This neighbourhood is matched against stored patterns so as to predict the level value due to the repetitive occurrence of these patterns. A pattern table is saved in addition to the palette table. This pattern table is constructed symmetrically by the encoder and the decoder and allows to retrieve some predicted level values and to avoid their transmission. The stored patterns may be updated with a current index / level, e.g. after the index does not correspond to a stored pattern a number of times. Effective encoding of screen content, i.e. non-natural scenes, is provided by the methods disclosed.
Patent GB-2522682-A (GB)
Title: Channel configuration in device-to-device communications
Inventor: RAKOTOHARISON LANTO
IPC: H04W74/00
Filed: 2014-01-31
Abstract: A physical channel is configured, such as a physical control channel, for Device-to-Device (D2D) communication between mobile terminal devices within a cellular communications network environment. A D2D control channel is located within a cellular uplink signalling spectrum and a frequency offset parameter is applied to determine separation of the device-to-device control channel (e.g. P2SCH) from a cellular uplink control channel (e.g. PUCCH). If each device of a D2D user pair is located in a different cell they are likely to be assigned different resources. Therefore, a common configuration structure is determined and assigned to the D2D user pair.
Patent GB-2523822-A (GB)
Title: Deployable platform system
Inventor: BARNES IAN
IPC: B60R9/10
Filed: 2014-03-07
Abstract: A platform system for use with a vehicle (100 Fig.1a) comprising a movable platform 108 where the platform system is deployable between a stowed configuration, concealed by a movable cover (104 Fig.2c), and a deployed configuration. The platform may have a rotating means (303 Fig.2d) with interlocks to secure platform at multiple angles. The platform may have lights 124 such as; signal, brake, reversing, rear position, indicator or turn signals. Platform may deploy by; telescopic arm, rail, runner, guide, track, or hinge. Deployment may be actuated by actuator controlled from cabin or wirelessly. A platform system for use with a vehicle (100 Fig.1a) comprising a movable platform 108 having a support surface on a first side (118 Fig.2d), a means 122 for securing at least one bicycle (126 Fig.2f) on a second side 120; and a first configuration where the first side (118 Fig.2d) is substantially upwards and a second configuration where the second side 120 is substantially upwards.
Patent GB-2524546-A (GB)
Title: Sparring device
Inventor: TACEY LEE
IPC: A63B69/34
Filed: 2014-03-26
Abstract: A sparring device comprises a punch bag 10 supported by a base 20, the punch bag 10 being freely rotatable about a vertical axis which runs through the base 20 and the punch bag 10. The punch bag is displaceable away from said vertical axis but biased towards said vertical axis by a resiliently deformable portion 36 of the bag 10. The device may include one or more protrusions 40 to simulate punching arms of an opponent. The bag 10 may include blocking portions 12.
Patent GB-2525617-A (GB)
Title: A guard
Inventor: STRATFORD TIMOTHY
IPC: B65G1/04
Filed: 2014-04-29
Abstract: A racking guard 10 has in internal surface with first and second pairs of shoulders 22, 24. The racking guard 10 may be attached to a racking pillar (12, fig.4) using one or more horizontal straps (28, fig.1). The shoulders 22, 24 are for the accommodation of racking pillars (12, fig.4) of alternate cross sectional dimensions. The guard 10 may further feature indents (34, fig.1) to accommodate the straps (28, fig.1).
Patent GB-2517057-A (GB)
Title: Head-mountable apparatus and systems
Inventor: BENSON SIMON MARK
IPC: H04N13/04
Filed: 2014-06-11
Abstract: A head mountable display (HMD) is operable to detect the HMD's overall motion relative to its current orientation, and to display extra image material 630 so that the extra image material moves in the same general direction as real objects would be seen by the user to move if the user were not wearing the HMD. The extra image material is displayed around the periphery 620 of a virtual video screen 600. The effect of the invention may be to reduce motion sickness in a user of the display. The HMD may receive position data from a position sensor associated with a vehicle the HMD is situated in. The HMD may comprise a GPS detector. The HMD may have a camera mounted on it which may be used to detect its motion.
Patent GB-2517288-A (GB)
Title: Joint device
Inventor: DUAN XIAOSONG
IPC: A47D13/02
Filed: 2014-07-04
Abstract: A joint device for providing rotation between two mounting seats wherein the mounting seats have grooves such that a latch mechanism 3 can selectively engage them both at a specific orientation to prevent rotation and wherein a retention mechanism 4 is provided to hold the latch mechanism 3 in an unlocked position when moved there when the mounting seats are arranged at the specific alignment and release the latch 3 when the device is turned. The retention mechanism 4 may employ a hook arrangement 41 which can act to restrain a compression spring 6 which biases it and the latch mechanism 3 towards a locked position. The joint may have grooves arranged so that the latch 3 can only lock in selected positions and the latch 3 may move in a direction of the axis about which the joint rotates. The device is designed to make it easier to adjust a handle on a carry cot using one hand.
Patent GB-2519838-A (GB)
Title: Image identification system and method
Inventor: SUMMERFIELD GIDEON
IPC: G06K19/06
Filed: 2014-08-14
Abstract: A system and method for identifying the origin of photographic images and selecting photographic images according to the identified origin for inclusion in a set of photographic images. A marker or code 10 comprises an image composed of at least two contrasting colours, and also containing a number of shapes whose edges form at least three separate, non-overlapping and non-crossing closed loop lines wherein: at least a first line encompasses at least a second line; at least a third line does not encompass at least a second line; the lines when considered as a whole are asymmetric. The lines of the marker include other key features such as sharp corners and central points distributed across the marker. The marker also includes a number of secondary encoding features 12 which may be arranged in a number of ways on the basic template of the marker to encode a unique ID. An independent claim is also included for a method of detecting the marker by identifying lines in an image and following their characteristics.
Patent GB-2514500-A (GB)
Title: Hybrid Address Translation
Inventor: GSCHWIND MICHAEL KARL
IPC: G06F12/10
Filed: 2013-02-19
Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to hybrid address translation. An aspect of the invention includes receiving a first address, the first address referencing a location in a first address space. The computer searches a segment lookaside buffer (SLB) for a SLB entry corresponding to the first address; the SLB entry comprising a type field and an address field and determines whether a value of the type field in the SLB entry indicates a hashed page table (HPT) search or a radix tree search. Based on determining that the value of the type field indicates the HPT search, a HPT is searched to determine a second address, the second address comprising a translation of the first address into a second address space; and based on determining that the value of the type field indicates the radix tree search, a radix tree is searched to determine the second address.
Patent GB-2530519-A (GB)
Title: Centralizer and Associated Devices
Inventor: JENNER ANDREW
IPC: E21B17/10
Filed: 2014-09-24
Abstract: A centralizer 50 for being mounted around a centralizer sub body 10 to form a centralizer sub. The centralizer comprises first 52 and second 54 opposing end collars arranged, in use, to be positioned around a longitudinal axis of the centralizer. The centralizer also comprises a plurality of spring bows 56 extending from the first end collar to the second end collar. The first end collar has first 53 and second 55 end regions arranged, in use, to face one another. The first and second opposing end regions may comprise first and second engaging elements respectively, which may be a recess (fig 5, 62). The first end region is connected, in use, to the second end region via the first and second engaging elements. Also disclosed is a centralizer sub and an engaging device, such as a staple (fig 5, 70), which itself may have a recess (fig 5, 80/90), for use in forming a centralizer.
Patent GB-2534336-A (GB)
Title: A method of assembling and testing a simulated cigarette
Inventor: ALEX HEARN
IPC: A24F42/90
Filed: 2014-09-26
Abstract: A method of assembling and testing a simulated cigarette comprising an elongate main body 1 containing a reservoir 4 for an inhalable composition, with a breath operated valve 5 at an inhaling end 2 allowing selective dispensing from the reservoir as suction is applied, and a refill valve 10 at the opposite end 3 allowing the reservoir to be refilled; testing the integrity of the reservoir by pressurising the reservoir to a predetermined pressure, measuring the pressure drop in the reservoir for a preset time and providing a pass indication if the pressure drop remains below a predetermined threshold; and testing the breath operated valve by applying suction at a predetermined threshold flow rate, measuring the flow rate from the cigarette and providing a pass indication if the flow rate falls outside a predetermined limit. Preferably the breath operated valve is tested at a higher flow rate, designed to open the valve, and lower flow rate, designed to test the airflow resistance. Preferably the airflow test is conducted after the reservoir integrity test. Preferably there is a dip tube leading from the breath operated valve, with the other end held at a fixed location and open to the reservoir.