baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2368155-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for storing and retrieving data
Inventor: GUERRY SABINE
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2001-04-19
Abstract: A method for retrieving data relating to different levels (e.g. no knowledge, some knowledge and specialist) of information on a given topic (e.g. medicine), especially for world wide web applications. A data store comprises a plurality (1-n) storage areas or databases. Data relating to a given level is stored in one database and information at other levels is stored in corresponding databases, each being divided into information storing addressable segments (1-N). The segments are each addressable such that segments containing the same topic but at different levels share a common address but differ in the database. Retrieval means determines the level of information to be retrieved in response to a user request and retrieves the information. The retrieval means can recognise (Fig. 9) when there is no information at a requested level and suggests information at the nearest alternative level.
Patent GB-2378402-A (GB)
Title: Air intake system
Inventor: DOUGLAS JONATHAN
IPC: B01D46/24
Filed: 2001-08-08
Abstract: An air intake system, suitable for a vehicle engine, comprises a container (1) enclosing a round foam filter element (2) and an inlet duct (7) leading to the container shaped such that an air flow slows and increases in pressure as it approaches the filter element. The filter element is preferably conical with its wider end fixed to an outlet (3) in line with the inlet duct. The inlet duct preferably narrows before widening, forming a throat (8), thus slowing the flow and increasing the pressure. The housing may be made from a metal or plastics material formed by blow moulding or injection moulding.
Patent GB-2363580-A (GB)
Title: Non symmetric golf-ball dimple depth profile
Inventor: TAVARES GARY
IPC: A63B37/00
Filed: 2000-02-16
Abstract: A new configuration for the dimples on the surface of a golf ball is characterized by at least a portion of the bottom surface of the dimple extending below a radius of curvature which defines the concavity of the dimple. Thus, the dimples have a non-symmetric depth profile. The dimples are preferably circular and the non-symmetrical portions are maintained within one half of the dimple.
Patent GB-2367431-A (GB)
Title: A multi axis potentiometer
Inventor: KOIZUMI DAVID H
IPC: G06F3/0338
Filed: 2001-08-23
Abstract: A multi-axis potentiometer 10 for determining an actuator 20 movement along multiple axes is disclosed. The potentiometer 10 comprises a shell 12 internally lined with a resistive element 14 (for example carbon, plastic, ceramic or metallic film). A source voltage/current is applied to the resistive element. A pair of sensors 30, 30A are arranged on the end of an armature 22 to contact the resistive element 14. The sensors 30, 30A sense the voltage/current at the contact points and determine the spherical coordinates corresponding to the contact points. Further disclosed is a slidable handle 40 comprising a sensor 42 contacting a resistive element 44 located on the stem 28 of the armature 22. A source voltage/current is applied to the resistive element 44 and the sensed voltage/current at the a point on the resistive element corresponds to an elevation of the handle 40. Further disclosed is a computer program for processing the sensed signals from the potentiometer 10 to provide the coordinates of the contact points.
Patent GB-2378494-A (GB)
Title: Ballscrew locking nut
Inventor: DAVIES JONATHAN
IPC: B64C9/02
Filed: 2001-09-21
Abstract: A ballnut assembly comprises a primary nut 10 and a secondary nut 12, both in threaded engagement with a ballscrew shaft. The primary nut 10 forming a primary load path for transmitting a load between a load element and the ballscrew shaft. Wherein in the event of failure of the primary load path linear translation of the primary nut 10 with the respect to the ballscrew shaft in substantially prevented in at least one direction. Preferably, in the event of failure the secondary nut 12 becomes loaded. This loading causes relative movement between a locking nut 24 and the threads of the shaft 8 such that the clearance therebetween is eliminated causing frictional forces to initiate a lock-up of the locknut 24.
Patent GB-2370833-A (GB)
Title: Sheet media output device
Inventor: BOSS ROLAND
IPC: B65H31/24
Filed: 2001-11-21
Abstract: A multiple bin output device 10 for use with an image forming device 12 comprises a plurality of removable bins 14, 16 (or 26, 28, 30 or 62, 64, 66) configured to receive sheets output by the image forming device 12. The output device 10 can either move a selected bin 14, 16 (or 26, 28, 30 Fig.7) into position to receive a sheet or the device can guide a sheet into a selected removable but otherwise stationary bin (62, 64, 66, Fig. 12).
Patent GB-2377052-A (GB)
Title: A method of proposing a solution to errors in a circuit design specification
Inventor: KELLER S BRANDON
IPC: G06F17/50
Filed: 2002-01-25
Abstract: A method for analysing a circuit design 450 comprises reading errors in a specification for a circuit design and identifying 150 the symptoms of the errors in a circuit design 450. Based on the symptoms, solutions are identified based on data in a database 480. A solution is then proposed. An E-CAD tool 460 may be run on the circuit design 450 to detect errors in the specification. The errors may then be stored in a violations file. Upon receiving a selected solution the E-CAD tool 460 may be re-configured based upon the solution and then re-run on the circuit design 450. The step of re-configuring may comprise editing a configuration file 490 of the E-CAD tool 460. The steps of reading violations, identifying symptoms, identifying solutions and proposing a solution may comprise using a software configuration tool 470.
Patent GB-2372811-A (GB)
Title: Staining physiological samples
Inventor: CAIRNS HECTOR
IPC: G01N1/30
Filed: 2002-02-14
Abstract: At least one stain selected from Haematoxylin HR3, OG9 or EA66 is used to stain samples. Particular utility is in cell staining for cancer diagnosis. Haematoxylin HR3 stain comprising haematoxylin, aluminium potassium phospahte, sodium iodate and chloral hydrate in water is claimed as new as is stain EA66 comprising fast green, eosin, Bismarck brown, phototungstic acid and lithium carbonate in alcohol. Stain OG9 typically contains alcoholic orange G and phototungstic acid in alcohol.
Patent GB-2385740-A (GB)
Title: Voice over IP telephone subscriber unit with encryption facilities
Inventor: LUBY THOMAS J
IPC: H04M1/253
Filed: 2002-02-22
Abstract: A communication system includes a Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) subscriber unit coupled via a modem to a broadcast environment such as an Internet Protocol (IP) network which may be the Internet. The VoIP subscriber unit has an input and output interface for connection to the network, the unit being arranged to transmit and receive voice signals to and from the network system via the interface as digital data packets. The VoIP subscriber unit includes voice encoding and decoding means 20 arranged to convert analogue voice signals to digital data packets and vice-versa, encryption and decryption means 26 coupled to the encoding and decoding means and to the interface and arranged to encrypt data packets received from the encoding and decoding means and to decrypt digital data packets received from the interface in real time, and storage means 34. Encryption and decryption is performed using an encryption key stored in the storage means 34. A semiconductor device for incorporation in the VoIP subscriber units is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2387207-A (GB)
Title: Brake with an electromagnetic disk for attracting pads
Inventor: KFOURY ELIE
IPC: F16D65/14
Filed: 2002-04-03
Abstract: A vehicle braking system has two plates forming a disk 1 which accommodates a copper coil 10 wound on triangular shape supporters 8 so that the coil can convert current flow to a magnetic field attracting or repulsing magnetized pads 6 to lock and unlock the brake. The current fed to the coil via brushes 11 and rails 7 from a variable resistor (2, figs 1 and 2). The current going into the variable resistor is supplied from a power generator (4, figs 1 and 3) when a driver applies a pedal (5, fig 1). The pads may have steel backs, and be made of a substance which is a mixture of carbon and a substance which can be magnetized.
Patent GB-2371207-A (GB)
Title: Bra measuring apparatus and method
Inventor: NABARRO DANIEL JOSEPH NUNES
IPC: G01B3/10
Filed: 1999-10-18
Abstract: Apparatus for measuring a bra comprises support means 42 for supporting a bra, at least one bladder 46 expandable under internal fluid pressure within a cup of the bra thus supported, and measurement means for measuring the volume and/or pressure of the fluid within the expandable bladder when the cup of the bra has been filled. Preferably the support means is torso shaped and is divided into segments 48,50, the relative spacing of which can be adjusted. The bladder 46 preferably emulates a breast and may be interchangeable with other bladders of different shapes and/or sizes. Preferably the fluid is pumped into the bladder through a non-return valve 58. A method for measuring a bra is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2371200-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for growing a plant
Inventor: VERNALL CHRISTOPHER JOHN
IPC: A01G9/00
Filed: 2000-11-03
Abstract: A plant growth apparatus comprises a plant pot (10) adapted to contain soil (12) and a plant (14). Sensors (24, 26, 28, 42) monitor the instant environment of the plant (14) and feed data to a micro-controller (44) which compares the conditions with the ideal growth conditions for the species of plant (14). Deviation from the ideal is indicated via a screen (18) whereon alphanumerical remedial actions and/or the expression of a face (20) are provided together with spoken messages from loudspeaker (32). Controls (30) or voice recognition via a microphone (34) can select the species of plant (14) to be nurtured. Nurturing ideal criteria vary with growth of the plant (14) and with the season. Interrogation of a user allows remedial action to be taken against degenerative or pathological conditions in the plant (14). User speech repetition is also provided.
Patent GB-2382687-A (GB)
Title: System and method for creating a unified commercial real       estate data model
Inventor: FLORANCE ANDREW C
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2002-09-30
Abstract: A system and method for creating a unified commercial real estate data model through collection, distribution and use of information in connection with commercial real estate and for creating a web-based marketplace that facilitates the efficient and secure buying, selling, and leasing of commercial properties. The invention provides a digital marketplace in which the members of the commercial real estate and related business community can continuously interact and facilitate transactions by efficiently exchanging accurate and standardized information. An embodiment provides a system and method for providing communication and analytical tools that interface with a commercial real estate database and support commercial real estate transactions between parties. These communication and analytical tools can include: 1) a survey tool; 2) a commercial real estate transaction tool; 3) a tour scheduling tool; 4) an activity summary tool; and 5) a tool for analyzing commercial real estate data.
Patent GB-2393667-A (GB)
Title: Toy throwing arrow
Inventor: CHAPMAN SEBASTIAN WILLIAM ARTH
IPC: F42B6/02
Filed: 2002-10-02
Abstract: The present invention provides a toy throwing arrow comprising a shaft 2 having a first end that is weighted with a nose weight 4 and a second end having four flights 6. A sleeve 8 is slidably mounted on the shaft 2 and is capable of being locked to the shaft 2. To launch the toy throwing arrow the sleeve 8 is secured to the shaft 2 at a suitable position along the shaft 2 and a throwing string is releasably secured to the shaft 2 adjacent the sleeve 8. The toy throwing arrow is then launched like a javelin while the throwing string is kept taut. The toy throwing arrow has a two-part shaft that is assembled together using a screw fixing.
Patent GB-2393888-A (GB)
Title: Water supply arrangement for flowerpot or the like
Inventor: LAI YANG SONG
IPC: A01G25/00
Filed: 2002-10-11
Abstract: A water supply arrangement comprises an isolating plate (10) for supporting earth in the flowerpot, a depression (12) having a divider (17), a water control means (20 - 24) in a water control chamber (14) defined by the divider and its cover (18) and a water supply portion (13). The water supply portion may be filled with earth which absorbs water which seeps past the edges of the divider from the water control chamber. The water level in the water control chamber may be controlled by a float (24) which controls the opening of a slit (23) in a flexible tube (22) carrying the float and communicating with a water supply. In embodiment (fig 7) an auxiliary water storage chamber (25) may be used to supply water into the water control chamber. In another embodiment the auxiliary water storage chamber is formed by a space between the isolating plate and a bottom of the flowerpot.
Patent GB-2394196-A (GB)
Title: Screen assembly for a shale shaker
Inventor: BURNETT GEORGE ALEXANDER
IPC: B07B1/49
Filed: 2002-10-17
Abstract: A screen assembly 100 for a shale shaker comprises a panel 101 having a multiplicity of apertures over which at least one layer of screening cloth is stretched and a support structure 102 for supporting the panel. The panel is removable from the support structure. The apertures are preferably formed by punching holes in a solid sheet and folding down the edges. The panel is preferably formed with a pull member 103, which engages with the panel such that when pressure is exerted on the end areas 196, 197, the panel is urged into closer connection with the support member. The shale shaker comprises a basket, a vibratory mechanism and a clamping mechanism. In preparation for use, the screen assembly is inserted into the clamping mechanism of the shaker and the clamping mechanism 104, 105 (preferably a pneumatic hose) is actuated to clamp the screen assembly in place.
Patent GB-2385833-A (GB)
Title: Offshore pollution monitoring system
Inventor: BONE DAVID
IPC: B63B22/04
Filed: 2002-11-25
Abstract: A reusable offshore remote monitoring system comprises one or more surface piercing buoyant structures 2 having a support mast 4 extending above sea level, one or more buoyancy chambers located below sea level, and one or more pre-tensioned flexible connectors 3 used to anchor the buoyant structure to a gravity base 1 located on the seabed. The support mast has means for attachment of pollution monitoring devices and/or surveillance equipment, which are unmanned and remotely accessible via a communication link. The buoyant structure may contain power generating equipment needed for the monitoring systems.
Patent GB-2381534-A (GB)
Title: Low-Emissions Diesel Fuel Blend
Inventor: VALENTINE JAMES M
IPC: C10L1/10
Filed: 2001-08-01
Abstract: A low-emissions diesel fuel comprises a catalyzed blend of fatty acid esters, preferably derived from soybean oil and/or tallow and aviation kerosene. The catalyzed blend is effective in lowering regulated emission pollutants, among which are NO x , particulates, hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide. The catalyst will comprise fuel-soluble platinum and/or cerium or iron. The cerium or iron are typically employed at concentrations of from 2 to 25 ppm and the platinum from 0.05 to 2 ppm, with preferred levels of cerium of iron being from 5 to 10 ppm, e.g., 7.5 ppm, and the platinum being employed at a level of from 0.1 to 0.5 ppm, e.g., 0.15 ppm. A preferred ratio of cerium and/or iron to platinum is from 75:1 to 10:1. The jet fuel component will typically be employed at a volume ratio to the fatty acid esters of from about 2:1 to about 5:1, e.g., about 4:1. The full range of blends extends from 50:1 to 1:50 with some benefit. The jet fuel component of the blend preferably contains grade 55, 50-300 ppm detergent, 25 to about 500 ppm lubricity additive and 0.1 - 1 ppm platinum COD and 5-20 ppm cerium oleate or octoate. In addition to the fuel blend, a method is provided for reducing the emissions of pollutants from a diesel engine, comprising running the engine on a fuel as defined.
Patent GB-2400033-A (GB)
Title: Use of fluoroquinolone antibiotics for the treatment of Q fever
Inventor: LEVER MARK STEPHEN
IPC: A61P31/04
Filed: 2003-03-29
Abstract: Use of a compound of formula (I) in the treatment of Q fever and related diseases: <EMI ID=1.1 HE=46 WI=109 LX=522 LY=782 TI=CF> <PC>in which R<1> is a hydrogen atom or a C1-C6 alkyl group, R<2> is a hydrogen atom or a C1-C6 alkoxy group and R<3> is a C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 alkenyl, C1-C6 alkynyl group or salt thereof. Alternatively, the use of a compound of formula (II) in the treatment of Q fever and related diseases: <EMI ID=1.2 HE=47 WI=114 LX=481 LY=1771 TI=CF> <PC>in which R<1> is a hydrogen atom or a C1-C6 alkyl group, R<2> is a hydroxyl group, a C1-C6 alkoxy group or an amino group, and R<3> is a is a hydrogen atom, a C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 alkenyl, C1-C6 alkynyl, C1-C6 aminoalkyl group or salt thereof.
Patent GB-2387406-A (GB)
Title: Tape dispenser for use with traffic control uprights to form temporary barrier
Inventor: BENTLEY ALAN
IPC: E01F13/02
Filed: 2003-03-24
Abstract: The tape dispenser 1, for use with road traffic control uprights 25 such as traffic cones, warning triangles and other similar uprights to form a traffic barrier, comprises a tape cartridge which is hollow to define a tape storage cavity and a spindle rotatably mounted in the storage cavity and upon which a tape 7 is wound. A deploying aperture is located in the cartridge to allow the tape, in use, to be extracted and unwound from the spindle and a receiving element is located on the cartridge for receiving the leading edge of tape from another like cartridge during use. Mounting elements are associated with the lower, in use, part of the cartridge to facilitate the mounting of the cartridge on or about the upper part of the road traffic control upright. The mounting elements preferably engage the uppermost part of the control upright in an interference fit and may include a tubular lower portion shaped to cooperate with the upper portion of the upright with the lower portion comprising flexibly resilient material and/or including slots such that the lower portion is resiliently deformable. The tape preferably includes surface patterns, warning markings, indicia etc. and may comprise or incorporate a reflective material. The dispenser preferably includes a system to facilitate restowage of the tape within the cartridge after use such as a spring biasing system and a releasable lock may be provided to lock the spindle in position when a predetermined amount of tape has been dispensed. The tape leading edge may be provided with a connecting portion designed to be received in a receiving element of a second cartridge and a number of receiving elements may be provided disposed radially around each cartridge. Also claimed is a temporary road traffic barrier formed using the tape dispenser and a method of forming a barrier.
Patent GB-2390786-A (GB)
Title: Validating software code using a trusted third party
Inventor: CASASSA MONT MARCO
IPC: G06F21/10
Filed: 2003-07-09
Abstract: Validating software code provided to a user entity (39) by a software provider (38). User entity (39) encrypts first data, provides it to the software provider (38), and receives back an indication that the code is valid only if the software provider (38) has been able to correctly decrypt the encrypted first data, such decryption only being possible using an appropriate decryption key provided by a party (35) with rights in the software code. More particularly, the user entity (39) encrypts the first data using, as encryption parameters, both an encryption key string (EKS) comprising said software code or a representation thereof, and public data of the aforesaid party. A decryption key appropriate for correctly decrypting the encrypted first data is provided to the software provider (38) by the party (35) with rights in the software code, only if the software code provided to the user entity (39) is valid. Generation of this key by the party (35) is effected using both private data related to the party's public data, and the encryption key string (EKS) or a corresponding reference string based on a reference version of the software code.
Patent GB-2408014-A (GB)
Title: Screw compactor
Inventor: SHEPHERD NIGEL R C
IPC: B30B9/30
Filed: 2003-11-12
Abstract: A screw compactor comprising a housing (4) having an opening for the insertion of wet waste to be compacted and defining a compaction volume (14); a screw (8) rotatably mounted in the housing; a guideway for transporting compacted waste from the compaction volume; a motor (10) for rotating the screw; and a duct (20) to pass air heated by the motor (10) to the guideway to heat the compacted waste. The heating of the compacted waste reduced the liquid content in the compacted waste by enhancing evaporation.
Patent GB-2398747-A (GB)
Title: Exercise ball device
Inventor: HUANG YANG-CHIN
IPC: A63B43/00
Filed: 2004-01-14
Abstract: An exercise ball device has an elastic cable 20, two end hooks 21 disposed on two ends of the elastic cable 20, and at least a ball 10 having a retainer ring 11 to receive one of the end hooks 21.
Patent GB-2410296-A (GB)
Title: Speed increaser for engine intake air
Inventor: CHEN YUNG-TSUNG
IPC: F02M31/18
Filed: 2004-01-23
Abstract: A speed increaser for engine intake air, for the purpose of economising gasoline used by the engine, is fixedly positioned in an air intake tube connecting to an engine air intake manifold, and comprises an outer hollow tube, a smaller diameter inner hollow tube fixed at a centre portion of the outer tube, and a plurality of twisted vanes spaced equidistantly between the outer surface of the inner tube and the inner surface of the outer tube. Air flowing through the device will be split into two components; a straight component coming through the inner tube; and a swirled component coming through the vanes. The vanes may be twisted at an angle of approximately 45 degrees from the central axis of the inner tube.
Patent GB-2411086-A (GB)
Title: Secure communication between terminals over a local channel using encryption keys exchanged over a different network
Inventor: GURLEYEN BULENT OZGUR
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2004-02-12
Abstract: User A wishes to use his mobile terminal A 100 to establish a secure local communication link 102 with user B's mobile terminal B 104. The link 102 may be a Bluetooth or WLAN connection, for example. In the embodiment described the secure communication channel 102 is formed by encrypting communications from terminal A 100 to terminal B 104 using terminal B's public key, and by encrypting communications from terminal B 104 to terminal A 100 using terminal A's public key. As well as having the facility to establish the local communication therebetween, terminals A 100 and B 104 are registered with respective mobile or cellular telecommunications networks A 106 and B 108. The networks A 106 and B 108 are provided with respective key exchange servers A 110 and B 112. Key exchange server A 110 and key exchange server B 112 are for facilitating the secure exchange of public keys between mobile terminals registered with the respective networks. Therefore the secure local communication link 102 is established using encryption keys exchanged over a different (e.g. GSM or UMTS) network, 106, 108.