baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2572048-A (GB)
Title: Projection lens and projection display apparatus using the same
Inventor: SHIN KUWASHIRO
IPC: G02B13/16
Filed: 2019-01-25
Abstract: A projection lens has lens units L1-L4, and a diaphragm SP. The lens units are configured in such a manner that intervals between adjacent lens units change during zooming or focusing. At least one lens unit L2, L3 is a focus lens unit. At least one lens FC included in a lens unit L4 that is different from the focus lens unit among the plurality of lens units and is disposed more on a reduction conjugate side than the diaphragm is configured to move in the optical axis direction when an amount of field curvature is adjusted to focus on a curved projection surface. When the field curvature is adjusted, both the at least one lens and the focus lens unit move in an optical axis direction. An enlargement conjugate surface and an intermediate image forming surface (IM, figure 3) disposed inside the projection lens are conjugated, and the intermediate image forming surface and a reduction conjugate surface are conjugated.
Patent GB-2570081-A (GB)
Title: Rotating crossover subassembly
Inventor: MAXIME PHILIPPE COFFIN
IPC: E21B43/08
Filed: 2016-12-27
Abstract: A system for use in completing a wellbore includes a portion of a workstring extending into the wellbore such that a first annulus is created between the workstring and a portion of the wellbore. The portion of the workstring is inserted to a depth corresponding to a base, such as a sump packer that defines a lower boundary of the completion zone. The zone of deployment may be sealed uphole by a second packer included in the workstring. A service tool having an inner sleeve, an outer sleeve, and a rotating mandrel positioned therebetween is provided to deliver fluids and execute completion operations as facilitated by rotation of the mandrel. Rotation of the mandrel allows for control of multiple fluid flow paths, each of which may correspond to a completion process within the zone, without displacement of the service tool in an uphole or downhole direction.
Patent GB-2572097-A (GB)
Title: Thermoplastic injection molded and flushable materials
Inventor: ALPHONSE DEMARCO
IPC: C08L29/04
Filed: 2017-11-17
Abstract: A water-dispersible injection-moldable composition includes a water-dispersible polymer, polyethylene glycol (PEG), plasticizer, and a hydrophobic polymeric component, wherein the composition has a melt flow index of 5-180. The water-dispersible polymer can be partially-hydrolyzed polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) or ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer. The hydrophobic polymeric component can be a colorant within an ethylene matrix, polyethylene, a degradation product of glycerin/PVOH, erucamide, or poly(dimethyl siloxane). The plasticizer can be glycerin. The composition is flushable according to Guidance Document for Assessing the Flushability of Nonwoven Consumer Products (INDA and EDANA, 2006); Test FG 522.2 Tier 2 - Slosh Box Disintegration Test.
Patent GB-2571673-A (GB)
Title: Device and method for safely positioning a coronary stent in the coronary arteries
Inventor: Sergei Alexandrovich Saranin
IPC: A61F2/95
Filed: 2017-04-14
Abstract: The invention is intended for use in medicine and enables maximally precise, quick and safe positioning of a coronary stent in the case of uncomplicated and complicated anatomical injuries of the coronary vascular bed, and also when stenting renal and visceral arteries. The claimed device consists of a body with a truncated anterior portion and a cylindrical posterior portion having a thread on the inside surface thereof, a gripper having vanes and having a pressure protuberance at one end and a protuberance on guides of the gripper at the other end, a release member with a pressure surface, vanes and a clamp in the anterior portion of the body. When preparing the device for use, the coronary stent is first inserted on a delivery system into the device; the coronary stent is then manually manoeuvred on the delivery system to the injured site of the coronary artery, the delivery system is locked in the device by an operator pressing on the pressure surface of the clamp, and then the stent is positioned in the coronary artery by circumferential rotation of the cylindrical posterior portion of the device.
Patent GB-2585031-A (GB)
Title: Goal frame having a fixing plate assembly received in a channel of a hollow profile
Inventor: THOMAS GALLEY
IPC: A63B63/00
Filed: 2019-06-25
Abstract: The bars of a goal frame comprise at least one hollow profile 21 defining a flanged channel 30 configured to receive at least one plate 50, 60 having a non-circular outer periphery 51, 61 and a non-circular aperture 53 to receive a non-circular cross-section 44 of a threaded fastener 40, such as a square collar coach bolt. The plate fixes the fastener against rotation and is slotted in the channel 30 beneath the flanges (32, figure 8) to connect the goal posts together. This arrangement may be used to attach accessories to the goal frame. This may be used in the joints of a frame, for example in the posts of a football goal. The goal frame may have a crossbar and rear bar extending between side posts.
Patent GB-2573966-A (GB)
Title: System and method for noise cancellation
Inventor: SEAN TRUE
IPC: G10K11/178
Filed: 2018-02-28
Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a system (100) for a vehicle, the system comprising noise input means (110) for generating a noise signal (112, 114) indicative of noise, error sensing means (120) for generating an error signal (122, 124) indicative of a noise cancellation error at a location in the vehicle, proximity sensing means (130) for generating a signal indicative of an obstruction proximal to the error sensing means (120) and outputting a proximity signal (132, 134) in dependence thereon, and noise cancellation means (140) arranged to determine a noise cancellation signal (141) in dependence on the noise signal (112, 114), the error signal (122, 124) and the proximity signal, and to output the noise cancellation signal (141) to an audio output means for reducing noise in the vehicle.
Patent GB-2586658-A (GB)
Title: Improved cell pack thermal management apparatus and method
Inventor: Alexander Robert Acklam
IPC: H01M10/6568
Filed: 2019-09-02
Abstract: A cell pack thermal management device 10 suitable for use with a cell pack comprises a plurality of flexible conduits 100, an intake manifold 200 and an exhaust manifold 300. The plurality of flexible conduits are fluidly connectable between the intake manifold and the exhaust manifold to provide a plurality of fluid paths. At least one of the intake manifold and the exhaust manifold has a manifold body, a plurality of conduit ports (212, fig 4) adapted to fluidly mate with an inlet or outlet port of each respective flexible conduit, and a system port (230, fig 5d). The plurality of conduits ports and the system port are fluidly connected within the manifold body by a series of channels tuned for even flow distribution. Preferably, the flow of heat management fluid through the conduits is equalised by providing differing path lengths and bore sizes for the channels, so as to provide the same pressure drop and therefore flow rate in each of the series of channels. Preferably, the manifolds are identical and may comprise inner and outer shells joined together in a sealing manner.
Patent GB-2588149-A (GB)
Title: Toy
Inventor: MARCO MOROSO
IPC: B65D85/72
Filed: 2019-10-09
Abstract: A combined storage receptacle and extruder for creative dough comprises a receptacle 12, an extruder 14 and a closure 16. The receptacle may be formed from a malleable plastics material such as a thermoplastic rubber. The extruder 14 may include outwardly extending protrusions 42 configured in use to provide leverage during the process of squeezing the receptacle 12 to force the dough through the extruder nozzle 34. The creative dough is a pliable putty like modelling compound used by children for arts and crafts projects.
Patent GB-2590663-A (GB)
Title: Vacuum pump
Inventor: David Horky
IPC: F04C29/00
Filed: 2019-12-23
Abstract: A pump (10, fig 1) comprises an enclosure having a pumping chamber 20 which houses a pair of inter-engaging lobed rotors 60 (50, fig 1) each carried by respective bearings (57, 67, fig 1) located within bearing apertures within a head plate 40. A secondary (oil) chamber 30 is separated from the pumping chamber by the head plate. One of the rotors defines a conduit 70, 80 for fluid communication between the secondary chamber and a discharge aperture 90 in the pumping chamber. Fluid from within the secondary chamber is drawn into the pumping chamber. The discharge aperture is positioned offset from a sealing region (100, fig 5) between the lobed rotors. The sealing region is preferably defined by a converging surface(s) between said lobed rotors, which substantially fluidly isolates a higher-pressure region of said pumping chamber from a lower pressure region of said pumping chamber. The discharge aperture may extend between said lobed rotors and / or orientated parallel to an aligning axis extending between rotational centres of said lobed rotors. The discharge aperture may be defined by a groove (43, fig 4) extending along said head plate and / or by a recess in the head plate.
Patent GB-2589425-A (GB)
Title: Actuator, sub-assembly with actuator and mirror head, rear view device, door and vehicle
Inventor: TOM HARRIS
IPC: F16H1/16
Filed: 2020-08-14
Abstract: The invention provides an actuator 101 for a rear view device 100 of a vehicle, having a body 3 defining a folding axis 3b for the device, a tilt axle 14 having a fastening means for torque-proof fastening the device to the tilt axle and defining a tilting axis 14a for the device, an actuator housing (1, 2 figure 2) being rotatably borne by the body and configured for rotatably bearing the tilt axle, and a drive assembly arranged completely within the actuator housing (1, 2) and configured for rotating the actuator housing about the folding axis relative to the body by a folding angle and for rotating the tilt axle about the tilting axis relative to the actuator housing by a tilting angle, wherein the drive assembly has a tilt drive train for rotating the tilt axle and a fold drive train for rotating the actuator housing, wherein drive trains work completely independently from each other by sharing a common shaft 11. The invention further provides a sub-assembly with the actuator and a mirror head, a rear view device for a door of a vehicle, a door for a vehicle and a vehicle.
Patent GB-2599361-A (GB)
Title: Pedestals for access flooring
Inventor: IAN ALLCOCK
IPC: E04F15/024
Filed: 2020-09-23
Abstract: A pedestal assembly (1) for supporting multiple floor panels in an access flooring system. The pedestal assembly (1) includes a pedestal (2) and a cap (3) mounted to the pedestal (1). The cap (3) has an opening (31) and the pedestal (2) has a grounding projection (21) that extends through the opening (31). The grounding projection (21) stands proud of the cap (3) for contacting directly the floor panels supported thereon, thereby to provide electrical continuity between the pedestal (2) and the floor panels. An access flooring system including the pedestal and a kit of parts for the flooring system are also provided as is a computer program element defining a three dimensional design of the pedestal assembly especially for use in additive or subtractive manufacturing means.
Patent GB-2599166-A (GB)
Title: Subsea electrical module
Inventor: OVE BOE
IPC: H02G1/10
Filed: 2020-09-29
Abstract: A subsea electrical module 21, such as a subsea transformer 20 or subsea switchgear 23, comprises a housing 24, 26 and one or more bulkhead mounted connectors 32, 33. The housing comprises a plurality of structural panels, one or more of the panels 30, 31 being adapted to receive the bulkhead mounted connectors. The adapted panel is reinforced to provide greater strength than other non-adapted panels of the housing to allow the panel to withstand the mating force of the connectors.
Patent GB-2595747-A (GB)
Title: Anti-collision apparatus for road rail vehicles
Inventor: GARY ANDREW WALKER
IPC: G01S17/931
Filed: 2020-11-02
Abstract: An anti-collision apparatus 300 for a rail vehicle, said apparatus comprising a sensor system 301 signal transmitter and a signal receiver. The signal transmitter transmitting a signal over a field of operation and the receiver receives a reflected return from an object in the field of operation. The apparatus may comprise a camera 303 monitoring the field of operation of the transmitter. The camera preferably includes a light source for illuminating the field of operation. The device may also include a data logger to record selected data which may include the time and data an object enters the field of operation, the angle of entry of the object, the identification number of the track plant or on rail machinery in use and/or where the device detected is an on track plant or on rail machinery, the corresponding identity of the on track plant. The system may further include brake activation means arranged to operate when an object is detected in the field of operation.
Patent GB-2602102-A (GB)
Title: Micropump having a sealing ring
Inventor: Adam stuart
IPC: F16J15/3284
Filed: 2020-12-18
Abstract: A micropump 100 for delivery of a fluid is provided. The micropump 100 comprises a body 102 including a metering chamber 104 for receiving fluid and a groove 112; and a nozzle 106 attached to the metering chamber 104 for delivering fluid. A capillary delivers fluid into the metering chamber 104, and a piston 108 operates to move axially inside the metering chamber 104. Axial movement of a first end 114 of the piston 108 along path between a second end and a first end of the metering chamber 104 delivers fluid through the nozzle 106. The groove 112 radially surrounds the piston 108 and has a common axis with the piston. The groove 112 includes a sealing ring 110 operable to move inside the groove 112 based on axial movement of the piston 108. The sealing ring 110 is in contact with the piston 108 and the body 102. The sealing ring 110 is manufactured using a rubber composition comprising hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber (HNBR), and carbon black.
Patent GB-2602494-A (GB)
Title: Implementing fully-connected neural-network layers in hardware
Inventor: MUHAMMAD ASAD
IPC: G06N3/063
Filed: 2021-01-04
Abstract: Methods and data processing systems are disclosed for implementing one or more fully connected layers of a neural network in hardware. According to embodiments, coefficient data for at least one fully connected layer is loaded into an input buffer of a hardware accelerator, and input data for the at least one fully connected layer is loaded into a coefficient buffer of the hardware accelerator.
Patent GB-2591386-A (GB)
Title: Inflow promotion arrangement
Inventor: Tarik Abdelfattah
IPC: E21B43/12
Filed: 2019-07-11
Abstract: An inflow promotion arrangement including a housing; and a promotion configuration within the housing, the promotion configuration actuatable by fluid from a relatively higher productivity index zone of a wellbore.
Patent GB-2593594-A (GB)
Title: Spraying fan
Inventor: YINLONG MA
IPC: F24F6/14
Filed: 2021-03-19
Abstract: A spraying fan comprising a spraying assembly 1 and a fan assembly 4 under the spraying assembly. The spraying assembly has a water tank (101, fig 2) with a cavity formed in the side surface thereof, an atomization piece (102) located in the cavity and fixed through an atomization piece fixing plate (110). A first stepped groove is located at the bottom of the water tank. The fan assembly comprises a detachable fan rear cover (401, fig 3), a detachable air outlet window (402) and fan blades (404). A rear cover 2 and a front cover 3 are arranged outside the fan assembly with a first protrusion used in cooperation with the first stepped groove arranged at the top of the rear cover and of the front cover. The modular construction of the spray assembly and fan assembly allow the spraying fan to be disassembled for ease of cleaning and maintenance. The spray assembly and fan assembly are arranged so they may be operated independently from each other.
Patent GB-2608851-A (GB)
Title: Satellite with spot light mode for extended duration target imaging
Inventor: DARREN MUFF
IPC: G01S13/90
Filed: 2021-07-14
Abstract: A satellite for operation in orbit around Earth comprising: a propulsion system 109, an attitude determination and control system (ADCS) 131, one or more radar antennas 106 or antenna arrays, synthetic aperture radar (SAR) image acquisition apparatus, and a communication system 104 configured to send and receive signals to and from one or more ground stations on Earth. Wherein the ADCS is configured for mechanically steering the satellite in the azimuth direction to prolong a dwell time, during which a selected target 502 is visible from the satellite, as the satellite orbits over the target. Also provided is a ground station for receiving SAR data from the satellite. Also provided is a method of processing raw SAR data comprising pulse recordings resulting from the reflection of radio energy pulses transmitted from a satellite, from a target on Earth. The method comprises forming successive looks at the target using data from a series of pulses. Wherein the radio energy pulses correspond to a range of angles in the azimuth direction achieved by steering the satellite in the azimuth direction to prolong a dwell time over the target.
Patent GB-2607123-A (GB)
Title: Enhancement decoding implementation and method
Inventor: RICHARD CLUCAS
IPC: H04N19/50
Filed: 2021-10-25
Abstract: A method for use in a video decoder comprises receiving one or more layers of residual data for an enhancement layer. The layers of residual data are processed 404 to generate one or more layers of positive residual data comprising only values greater than or equal to zero. One or more layers of correction data are generated 404 wherein the correction data is configured to combine 405 with a base decoded video signal to generate a modified base decoded video signal so that the positive residual data can be combined 407 with the modified base decoded video signal to generate enhancement video data which corresponds to a combination of the base decoded video signal with the layers of residual data for the enhancement layer. A corresponding apparatus is also claimed. Also claimed is a method and apparatus for combining the base decoded video signal with the correction data. The method may allow residuals to be combined with a decoded base layer more efficiently in secure hardware using unsigned residual values.
Patent GB-2598674-A (GB)
Title: Array antenna device
Inventor: Hiroyuki uematsu
IPC: H01Q21/06
Filed: 2020-07-10
Abstract: Provided is an array antenna device having improved antenna performance. The array antenna device (1) is provided with a carrier (6), a bonding member (7), a first antenna unit (2a), and a second antenna unit (2b). The first antenna unit (2a) and the second antenna unit (2b) are bonded to the carrier (6) by means of the bonding member (7). The carrier (6) has a groove (8) extending from a first major surface (6s) toward a second major surface (6u). In a plan view of the carrier (6), the groove (8) is disposed in correspondence to a gap (10g) between the first antenna unit (2a) and the second antenna unit (2b).
Patent GB-2598069-A (GB)
Title: Systems and methods for detecting kick and well flow
Inventor: ROBELLO SAMUEL
IPC: E21B47/10
Filed: 2017-12-28
Abstract: Systems and methods for detecting a gas kick 109 within a wellbore using an accelerometer 116 provided on a rotating tool. A claimed method includes determining a change in density of the fluid by a pressure wave. The pressure wave may be generated by an oscillator, and first and second pressure waves may be generated and used to assess fluid density. A claimed system includes an accelerometer provided on a rotating tool and configured to detect changes in fluid density or mass influx of the fluid.
Patent GB-2616045-A (GB)
Title: Liquid collection apparatus
Inventor: ROSE MARY NAKASENGE
IPC: E03F5/04
Filed: 2022-02-25
Abstract: An underfloor liquid collection apparatus comprising a plurality of channel sections 3, each section having a base (21 figure 5), two opposing side walls (22 figure 5) and first and second ends wherein the first and second ends configured to connect to adjacent channel sections to form an elongate drainage channel. The base of the channel section may comprise means to alter the width of a channel section between the side walls. The side walls may be foldable relative to the base. The side walls of the channel sections may comprise screw holes (39 figure 5C) to connect to adjacent channel sections, wherein a first end of a first channel section may overlap a second end of a second channel section when connected together. The drainage channels may be connected to an overflow conduit 5 and have an above ground outlet 25. A later embodiment relates to a system for monitoring leaks comprising an underfloor liquid collection apparatus connected to a pipe having an above ground outlet.
Patent GB-2605714-A (GB)
Title: Method for optimizing improper product barcode detection
Inventor: CHRISTOPHER J FJELLSTAD
IPC: G08B13/22
Filed: 2020-10-01
Abstract: Responsive to there not being a match, entering a release condition state, where, instead of automatically sending a failed match signal to a symbology reader, a remote server awaits satisfaction of the release condition, before sending to the symbology reader. In some examples, a release condition is automatically satisfied by identifying a match in a subsequent comparison. In some examples, a user of the remote server is to satisfy the release condition.
Patent GB-2620908-A (GB)
Title: A sealing system for a container, a packaging container and process
Inventor: MICHAEL MCLAUGHLIN
IPC: B65D1/30
Filed: 2022-06-15
Abstract: A packaging container for a product made from recyclable environmentally acceptable materials having a body or compartment sealed by use of a bonding part and a cold-seal adhesive to bond a covering without application of heat. The bonding part, covering and part of the container separate from the remaining body part of the container. The packaging container is useful in providing packaging for food products, medical products, surgical instruments and may be used to provide a sterile packaging container.
Patent GB-2609770-A (GB)
Title: Cell lysis systems and methods
Inventor: IMAD LAHOUD
IPC: C12N13/00
Filed: 2021-04-01
Abstract: A cell lysis system (1) comprises a driver apparatus (2) and a cell lysis device (3) which are releasably attachable to one another. The cell lysis device (3) comprises an ultrasonic transducer (12) and a sonication chamber (11). The driver apparatus (2) drives the ultrasonic transducer (12) to output ultrasonic waves to lyse cells in a sample container (22) which is carried by the cell lysis device (3).
Patent GB-2618867-A (GB)
Title: Valve assembly
Inventor: Tamás Bertényi
IPC: F16K3/24
Filed: 2022-02-23
Abstract: Valve assembly 100 comprising a cage 104 in fluid connection with an inlet 102, and a plug 108. The cage 104 comprises a first portion 104A comprising a first port 106A in a cage wall 105 for allowing fluid flow therethrough, and a second portion 104B comprising a second port 106B in the cage wall for allowing fluid flow therethrough, the plug arranged to cooperate with and move relative to the cage, where in a first operating mode the plug allows fluid flow through the first portion and blocks fluid flow through the second portion, and in a second operating mode the plug allows fluid flow through the second portion and blocks fluid flow through the first portion. The second port 106B is arranged to increase turbulation when the fluid flows through the second port relative to through the first. The second port may be tangential to the cage wall, be curved, comprise a nozzle shaped structure, its diameter may narrow in the fluid flow direction, and comprise one or more baffles. The first port may be perpendicular to the cage wall and be straight. Also claimed is a pumped hydro energy storage system 600 comprising the valve assembly.