baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2493282-A (GB)
Title: Tip for a pick tool
Inventor: SANAN MATTHEW ALAN
IPC: E21B10/46
Filed: 2012-07-25
Abstract: A tip 10 for a pick tool comprises an impact structure 20 joined at a boundary surface 31 to a substrate 30. The boundary surface includes a depression 34 and a ridge 36 at the periphery of the depression and a generally tapered intermediate region 32 depending away from the ridge towards the substrates periphery. The impact structure comprises an apex 22 directly opposite the depression 34. The longitudinal distance from the apex 22 to the bottom of the depression 34 is shorter than the distance to the lowest point on the intermediate region 32. The apex and the depression preferably each define a radius of curvature in a longitudinal plane with the depression defining a smaller radius of curvature than the apex.
Patent GB-2496512-A (GB)
Title: Extruding and sintering a paste to form a super-hard cutter
Inventor: EGAN DAVID PATRICK
IPC: B24D18/00
Filed: 2012-11-08
Abstract: A method for making a cutter element, the method including combining a plurality of super-hard grains, a powder source of bond material for bonding the super-hard grains in the cutter element, and a fluid medium to form a paste, in which the content of the super-hard grains is sufficient for the content of the super-hard grains in the cutter element to be at least about 3 volume per cent. The paste is introduced into an extrusion device and extruded to form a green body 400, which is sintered to provide the cutter element. In some examples, the cutter element may be for a saw blade or drill bit. Also claimed is a method of combining two pastes having different properties to form a green body and sintering the green body to form a cutter element.
Patent GB-2511474-A (GB)
Title: Underwear
Inventor: PHILLIPS SIMON LAWRENCE
IPC: A41B9/02
Filed: 2012-11-09
Abstract: An underwear pattern incorporating an S-shaped seam 1 which when closed forms a pouch 2. Such a pattern may be used to form the pouch 2 in a pair of briefs of shorts which may cradle the genitals of the wearer. The pouch 2 cups the testicles while guiding 5 the penis to the left or right hand side of the wearers body depending on direction of manufacture. The pattern enables the production of a garment using only a single-piece of fabric reducing the amount of fabric used and time spent in manufacture. The garment produced also provides full support to the wearer during sporting activities. The pattern may also be used in the production of the cups of a bra.
Patent GB-2497846-A (GB)
Title: Hybrid arrival-occupancy based congestion management
Inventor: CHRYSOS NIKOLAOS
IPC: H04L47/267
Filed: 2012-12-05
Abstract: A method for hybrid arrival-occupancy based congestion management includes increasing a recent arrivals counter 502 associated with a data flow from one or more sources in response to receiving a data packet from one of the sources and storing the data packet in a buffer including multiple storage units 500. The method includes: determining if the buffer is congested 504; randomly selecting an occupied unit of the buffer 508; and determining the source of the packet stored in the occupied unit of the buffer 510; generating a congestion notification message 506; sending the congestion notification message to the source of the packet stored in the occupied unit of the buffer if the recent arrivals counter for that source exceeds a threshold value (or has a positive value) and decreasing the recent arrivals counter associated with the source of the packet stored in the occupied unit of the buffer 514; and discarding the congestion notification message if the recent arrivals counter has a zero (or below threshold) value 516. The arrangement serves to provide a fairness for which sources receive congestion notification messages based upon the proportion of the buffer space they are currently using. The checking against a recent arrivals counter serves to avoid over-throttling of sources not currently receiving their fair share of the buffer. There is also described a similar arrangement using culprit data flows. In one embodiment culprit data flows may be those flows which have a positive recent arrivals counter value.
Patent GB-2510403-A (GB)
Title: Composite monopile for tidal flow energy device monopile and pre-drilled socket.
Inventor: NICHOLLS-LEE RACHELL
IPC: F03B13/26
Filed: 2013-02-01
Abstract: An apparatus, comprising a monopile 14 structure of a composite material, to be inserted into a pre-drilled rock socket 12 or borehole, said monopile being suitable for receiving a submerged device 16 for extracting energy from a tidal flow. Composite material may comprise a lightweight material, especially a fibre-reinforced plastic such as carbon fibre, epoxy resin or glass fibre vinyl ester resin matrix, avoiding the need for corrosion or cathodic protection. A method of securing said monopile 14 into said rock socket 12 and attaching said monopile to receive a device 16 for extracting energy from the tidal flow.
Patent GB-2497030-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for performing system maintenance in a computing device
Inventor: LANDRY JOHN A
IPC: G06F9/44
Filed: 2010-09-22
Abstract: The present disclosure provides a computer-implemented method of performing system maintenance in a computing device. The method includes launching a maintenance application in a pre-operating system environment of a computing device (204). The maintenance application performs at least one hardware maintenance operation on the hardware of the computing device during device down time. The method also includes generating a log file based on the results of the at least one hardware maintenance operation (206). The method also includes terminating the maintenance application, launching the operating system of the computing device (208), and accessing the log file (210).
Patent GB-2502419-A (GB)
Title: Card flat for a carding machine, comprising a carrying member and drive transfer element with releasable fastening means
Inventor: LEINDERS CHRISTOPH
IPC: D01G15/24
Filed: 2013-03-25
Abstract: A card flat for a carding machine, comprising a carrying member 14, with two end head parts which slide on a slideway 20 and co-operate with an endless flexible driving element, for example a drive belt. There is further provided a drive transfer element 23 which is in engagement with both the carrying member 14 and the driving element, an end region of the transfer element being fastened in a recess 26 of the end face of the carrying member. In order that the connection between the carrying member 14 and drive transfer element 23 can be released and the element can be re-used, and in order that there is no impairment in the geometry of the carrying member, the drive transfer element is connected to the carrying member in a shape-based connection by fastening means 25, the fastening means being reversibly releasable. Preferably, the fastening means may be an injection moulded resiliently deformable plastic clip with a latching nose 251.
Patent GB-2501986-A (GB)
Title: Textile element for use as a structural support in a bra
Inventor: CAIN STEPHEN
IPC: A41D1/22
Filed: 2013-04-09
Abstract: A method of forming a textile element 10 suitable for use as a structural support component in a garment such as a bra comprises providing a fabric strip 12 having a plush surface 16 and applying a thermoplastic coating 14 to the surface 16 of the fabric strip 12. The coating 14 penetrates the plush surface 16 and is allowed to cool and rigidify so as to embed at least surface yarns of the plush surface 16 in the coating 14. Penetration of the coating 14 into the surface 16 forms a composite structure at the juncture j and increases the strength and flexibility of the textile element 10. The thermoplastic coating 14 may be of a polyester material, and the fabric strip 12 may be folded in half along its length and moulded into shape to form a structural support component which may then be incorporated into a garment.
Patent GB-2513571-A (GB)
Title: A method of washing support material from 3D-printed articles and a washing machine therefor
Inventor: DORE DAVID JAMES
IPC: B29C71/02
Filed: 2013-04-29
Abstract: A method of washing 3D-printed articles to remove support material comprises: spraying the article with a washing liquid to remove loose support material; soaking in a liquid that is circulated around the article and heated to a temperature above ambient, and; spraying with the washing liquid again after soaking to remove remaining support material. The washing liquid may be water, and the soaking liquid an aqueous solution of caustic soda (sodium hydroxide). The method may be conducted in a washing machine 1, having: a washing unit 2, preferably with a cabinet 6 with a washing compartment 7 having at least one nozzle 12a, 12b for spraying an article located therein with a washing liquid, and; a soaking unit 3, preferably with a perforated basket (23, fig 2) for holding an article to be soaked, a pump (25, fig 3) for circulating a soaking liquid through the basket, and a heater (29, fig 3) with a thermostatic control for heating the liquid. The washing unit may have different nozzles for cleansing delicate areas and a filter arrangement to trap solid material, and the soaking unit may have a plurality of jets to agitate the soaking liquid in the basket.
Patent GB-2498161-A (GB)
Title: Bollard mounting
Inventor: STOBBS KEVIN
IPC: E01F9/011
Filed: 2011-11-04
Abstract: A mounting for a bollard comprises a planar structure having means to receive and secure a foot of the bollard, the planar structure being adapted to be set in concrete or like material, and the area of the planar structure being large in relation to the depth of the structure such that the structure can be placed in locations with little available excavation depth, while still providing substantial resistance to overturning of a bollard set in the structure.
Patent GB-2514811-A (GB)
Title: Horse Bridle
Inventor: PIM FIONA
IPC: B68B1/04
Filed: 2013-06-04
Abstract: A horse bridle that makes contact at the level of C1/C2 joint 1 and at the side of the face between the facial crest and the angle of the mandible 3, 5 so that the nerve sensitive structures of the head and face 7 that largely contribute to pain and proprioception are avoided from contact. The bridle is adjustable and adapted to be fitted with or with a bit.
Patent GB-2516478-A (GB)
Title: An attachment for a handheld appliance
Inventor: SUTTER CATRIONA ANN CRAWLEY
IPC: F24H3/04
Filed: 2013-07-24
Abstract: An attachment for a handheld appliance such as a hairdryer has a first end 102 for connection to the appliance (10, fig.1) and a second end 104. A first wall 130 extends from the first end 102 towards the second end 104 and defines a fluid flow path 110 through the attachment. A second wall 140 extends from the second end 104 towards the first end 102 about the first wall 130 and defines a second fluid flow path 120 extending between the first wall 130 and the second wall 140. A gap 142 may be provided between the upstream end 140a of the second wall 140 and the first wall 130. In use, fluid is entrained through the second fluid flow path from gap 142 to outlet 144. However, if the fluid outlet 114 is blocked, fluid may travel in the opposite direction via opening 144 and along the second fluid flow path, exiting via gap 142 reducing the chance of damaging the hairdryer fan. The fluid flow path 110 may have an annular fluid inlet 112.
Patent GB-2503157-A (GB)
Title: Enzyme delivery systems and package system for the delivery thereof
Inventor: FALLON JOAN M
IPC: A61K9/00
Filed: 2010-04-13
Abstract: Coated particle digestive enzyme preparations are disclosed that comprise (i) a core that comprises digestive enzymes selected from a protease, an amylase and a lipase enzyme delivery, and (ii) a coating comprising an emulsifiable lipid as defined therein, wherein the said digestive enzymes are preferably present in an amount of between 75-85% by weight. The particles are part of a package that comprises said particles in the form of sprinkles. The package may be used to treat persons having ADD, ADHD, autism, cystic fibrosis and other behavioral and neurological disorders.
Patent GB-2524552-A (GB)
Title: Monoclonal antibodies to growth and differentiation factor 15 (GDF-15), and use thereof for treating cancer
Inventor: WISHCHUSEN JORG
IPC: C07K16/46
Filed: 2014-03-26
Abstract: A humanised or chimeric monoclonal antibody capable of binding to human GDF-15 (MIC-1/NAG-1), or an antigen-binding portion thereof, comprises a heavy chain variable domain CDR3 region at least 90% identical to the sequence ARSSYGAMDY, a light chain variable domain CDR3 region at least 85% identical to the sequence QQYNNFPYT, a heavy chain constant region with at least 85% identity to the human IgG1 sequence, and a light chain constant region with at least 85% identity to the human IgG1 sequence. The antibody may bind to a conformational or discontinuous epitope on human GDF-15, comprising residues 40-55 and 94-114. Antibodies of the invention can be used in methods for the treatment of cancer cachexia and also for the treatment of cancer. The invention also provides vectors encoding, and cell lines capable of producing, the monoclonal antibodies, and kits and compositions comprising the antibodies.
Patent GB-2524554-A (GB)
Title: Handle cover structure
Inventor: WANG KUANG-TA
IPC: B25G1/10
Filed: 2014-03-27
Abstract: A handle cover structure comprising; two casings 2 and a connecting element 3. The two casings are engaged with each other to form a sleeve having a hollow inner side and at least one open end for sheathing on a handle (4, figure 6). Each casing has an external surface 21 facing an outer side of the sleeve, an internal surface (22, figure 5), a first recess 23 formed on the external surface of each casing, and a through hole 24 penetrating into the internal surface of the casing. The connecting element is flexible and disposed on the external surfaces of the two casings, and both ends of the connecting element are passed into the through holes from the first recesses of the casings, extended into the inner side of the sleeve, and fixed onto the internal surfaces of the casings respectively. The handle cover may have a second recess (25, figure 5) with positioning portions (26) which fix the connecting element to the casings by positioning holes 31. The connecting element may be leather to form a decorative handle.
Patent GB-2530236-A (GB)
Title: PAP Peptide analogues
Inventor: MCARDLE STEPHANIE
IPC: C12N9/16
Filed: 2014-04-11
Abstract: A polypeptide having HLA-A2 haplotype binding activity comprises the sequence SLMTNLAAL. The SLMTNLAAL sequence is an analogue of a peptide comprising residues 115-123 of prostatic acid phosphatase (PAP, ACPP). The polypeptide, or polynucleotides encoding the polypeptide, may be used in vaccine compositions against prostate cancer.
Patent GB-2525622-A (GB)
Title: Optical analysis of fluid volumes under centrifugation
Inventor: BASEY-FISHER TOBY HENRY
IPC: G01N21/07
Filed: 2014-04-29
Abstract: A cuvette 1 for holding a fluid 24 for analysis has a housing defining an internal volume divided into plural interconnected, radially-extending, circumferentially-separated chambers10-13, each chamber being of an upstream type 11, 13 or a downstream type 10, 12. An inlet 16 communicates with at least one upstream chamber at a radially inward position. An outlet 14, 15 communicates with at least one downstream chamber at a radially inward position. At least one communicating passage 20-23 is provided between each upstream and downstream chamber at a radially outward position thereof. The sample spreads from the inlet 16 to fill the cuvette (figures 2b-2e). A method of use comprises at least partly filling the volume of the cuvette with a fluid sample, spinning the cuvette on an axis, passing optical radiation through the sample while the cuvette is spinning, and measuring an optical property of the sample as a function of time and radial position in the cuvette.
Patent GB-2512511-A (GB)
Title: An adaptive method for high data rate communication in wells
Inventor: BOWLES ADRIAN
IPC: E21B17/00
Filed: 2012-11-28
Abstract: Apparatus for downhole transmission and reception of data in an oil or gas well comprises a downhole signal transceiver adapted to receive data from a signal generator and transmit the signal through the well and an elongate member with an axis, located in the wellbore; wherein the signal is transmitted by the transceiver, predominantly axially along the elongate member.
Patent GB-2531236-A (GB)
Title: Systems and methods for aftertreatment regeneration with dedicated EGR
Inventor: GECKLER SAMUEL C
IPC: F02M26/43
Filed: 2014-08-12
Abstract: An engine system comprises an engine 110, a turbocharger 320, 330, a fluid control valve 270, and an aftertreatment component 130 such as a lean NOx catalyst. The engine has a first set of dedicated cylinders 210 fluidly coupled to an intake manifold to form an exhaust gas recirculation system (EGR) and a second set of cylinders 300, 310, 315 which are fluidly isolated from the intake manifold of the engine. The fluid control valve is disposed between the first exhaust outlet and the exhaust conduit and is structured to selectively fluidly couple the first exhaust outlet to the exhaust conduit. Also, the lean NOx catalyst has an inlet structured to receive exhaust gases from the exhaust conduit at a position downstream of the turbine outlet and the fluid control valve. The systems and methods disclosed enable complete and stable combustion at higher air-fuel ratios, which can improve the efficiency of engines by enabling lean operation.
Patent GB-2530332-A (GB)
Title: A Calming System For An Animal
Inventor: PLUMMER MICHAEL IAN
IPC: A01K15/02
Filed: 2014-09-22
Abstract: A calming system for an animal, specifically for pet animals or for animals in captivity or when left unattended whilst their owners or keepers are away for prolonged time periods. The system is arranged to be self activated by the animal and comprises an activation means operable by the animal to activate a sense stimulation device arranged to stimulate a sense of the animal. The system may comprises a weight sensor 30 incorporated into a pet basket 20, a vibration sensor, a motion sensor, or an audio sensor arranged to detect a motion or sound such as licking or scratching. The sense stimulating means may be a video 70/80, DVD or other display and may include audio. The sense stimulating device may be capable of receiving and displaying information from the internet or a mobile phone controllable by the animals owner.
Patent GB-2522770-A (GB)
Title: Variable pitch guide vane made of composite materials
Inventor: HENNEQUIN STEPHANE PIERRE ROGER
IPC: F04D29/56
Filed: 2014-12-12
Abstract: A compressor variable stator vane assembly comprises a blade 50 and at least one pivot 20, 21. Each pivot comprises an internal pivot element 40a, 40b, 41a, 41b and a pivot cap (30, 31, figure 4). The blade and internal pivot element(s) are each made from a composite material, and at least one contact surface of each pivot cap is metallic. Each internal pivot element is assembled on a cleat 52, 53, the cleat being made in a single piece from the same material as the blade. The blade and internal pivot element(s) may be made from a long-fibre pre-impregnated 2D or woven 3D composite, and internal pivot element(s) being short fibres in an organic matrix respectively. The pivot cap may be fully metallic. The internal pivot element may be injected on, or glued onto, the cleat. A method of manufacturing the vane may include assembling each internal pivot element on a cleat, and then assembling a cap on each internal pivot element.
Patent GB-2523002-A (GB)
Title: Child safety seat
Inventor: ZHANG DA LIANG
IPC: B60N2/30
Filed: 2014-12-29
Abstract: A child safety seat includes a seat body 110, a mounting component 150, and a telescopic adjusting mechanism (130, Fig.3) disposed between the seat body and the mounting component, where the telescopic adjusting mechanism includes a telescopic component 134, a pin component 133, and an operating component 131. The telescopic component is movably connected to the seat body along a retracting direction. A plurality of holes 1341 is formed on the telescopic component along the retracting direction. The pin component is driven to shift between a first position and a second position along an actuating direction intersecting the retracting direction by moving an inclined plane (1313, Fig.5), so as to restrain or release the telescopic component. The pin component may comprise a plate 1332 fixed on the seat body, deformed by the inclined plane to disengage a protruding column from the holes. The inclined plane may be disposed as an inclined slot 2314. Biasing means (232, Fig.9) may return the pin to an engaged position.
Patent GB-2537089-A (GB)
Title: Riser system
Inventor: STEPHEN ANTHONY HATTON
IPC: E21B17/01
Filed: 2015-01-19
Abstract: A riser system comprises a primary conduit 20 extending between a surface vessel and a subsea location and an auxiliary conduit 22 extending adjacent the primary conduit. In one example a composite jumper conduit 40 extends from the surface vessel and is fluidly connected to the auxiliary conduit, said jumper conduit comprising a composite material formed of at least a matrix and one or more reinforcing elements embedded within the matrix. The jumper may extend upwardly from the conduit in a generally convex curved profile and in a non-sagging or non-catenary manner. The jumper may be mounted on a reel 42 which is mounted on a deck 44 of a ship 12.
Patent GB-2519256-A (GB)
Title: Source cleaning cascaded volumes
Inventor: BEEKEN CHRISTOPHER BARRY EDGAR
IPC: G06F11/14
Filed: 2013-06-14
Abstract: Various systems, processes, and products may be used to source clean cascaded volumes. In particular implementations, a system, process, and product for source cleaning cascaded volumes may include the ability to store a primary volume and a plurality of cascaded backup volumes. The system, process, and product may also include the ability to determine whether a write to one of the backup volumes is due to a background copy being made of another volume in the cascade and adjust a background copy indicator in a volume map for the backup volume if the write is due to a background copy and to determine whether a write to one of the backup volumes is due to a write to another volume in the cascade and adjust a write copy indicator in a volume map for the backup volume if the write is due to a write to another cascaded volume.
Patent GB-2537890-A (GB)
Title: Winch mounting apparatus
Inventor: WILLIAM CRAMP
IPC: B66D1/00
Filed: 2015-04-30
Abstract: A winch mounting assembly 1 for mounting a winch 2 to a vehicle 3, where the winch mounting assembly includes at least one mounting bracket 7-1, 7-2 for mounting to a vehicle chassis member 4; and a winch cradle 6 for supporting the winch 2. At least one crush can device 8-1, 8-2 may be disposed between the at least one mounting bracket and the winch cradle. Each mounting bracket may cooperate with the winch cradle to form a sliding joint by means of aligned guiding means such as slots or apertures (25-1, 25-2 fig. 3). Said sliding apertures may be formed within a sliding bracket (23-1,23-2) which may be located at a distal end of the winch cradle and be shaped to restrict the sliding motion to one degree of freedom. The winch cradle may comprise a front plate 14 positioned behind a front bumper of the vehicle. The present disclosure also relates to a vehicle (3, Fig.1); and to a method of mounting a winch mounting assembly.