baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2400497-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle antenna for dual band mobile communications and AM/FM reception
Inventor: LEELARATNE DEDIMUNI RUSIRU VIN
IPC: H01Q5/321
Filed: 2003-04-07
Abstract: A detachable mast antenna for a vehicle is operable in two mobile telecommunications frequency bands (eg 900 MHz, 1.8 GHz GSM), and also receives longer wavelength transmissions (eg FM, AM, DAB). A first choke 30, formed as a helical coil, delineates the extent of the highest resonant frequency (eg 1800 HMz) radiating region of the antenna. Similarly a second choke 32 delineates the extent of the second highest resonant frequency (eg 900 Mhz) radiating region. The overall length of the conductive path, which includes a metal tape 42 helically wound around a glass fibre rod 40, is one half wavelength of the mid-wavelength of the M band. A steel coil spring 36 provides flexibility. The mast can be unscrewed 12 from a mounting (see figure 1d) which contains two PCBs with circuitry (eg amplifier AGC) to process signals.
Patent GB-2401750-A (GB)
Title: Method of reporting traffic volume measurements in a umts stack.
Inventor: MAES ALAIN
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2003-05-15
Abstract: A method of sending traffic volume measurements from the MAC layer to the RRC layer in Universal Mobile Transmission Standard is provided. This involves measuring traffic volumes at the MAC layer every radio frame. A determination is then made as to whether or not the measured traffic levels should be reported to the RRC layer. Such a determination could be based on whether or not the measured traffic level falls between two thresholds, and the traffic levels are reported only when if it does not falls between these two thresholds. The invention operates in two modes, one in which the traffic reporting is event triggered and the second in which it is periodic.
Patent GB-2401217-A (GB)
Title: Generating intermediate representations for program code conversion
Inventor: OWEN DANIEL
IPC: G06F9/45
Filed: 2003-11-13
Abstract: A program code conversion apparatus and method for generating intermediate representations for program code conversion. The program code conversion apparatus determines which types of IR nodes or objects to generate in an intermediate representation of subject code to be translated. Depending upon the particular subject and target computing environments involved in the conversion, the program code conversion apparatus utilizes either base nodes, complex nodes, polymorphic nodes, and architecture specific nodes, or some combination thereof, in generating the intermediate representation.
Patent GB-2391563-A (GB)
Title: Building planks and boards
Inventor: MOORE BARRIE PETER
IPC: E04C2/28
Filed: 2002-04-19
Abstract: Improved building planks and boards consist of a metal tray (a) filled with a filling material (b). The sides of the tray may be grooved (c) enabling adjacent planks or boards to be assembled coplanar with pipes located in the oppositely facing grooves. The pipes serve to maintain the alignment of the planks or boards relative to one another and by circulating liquid through them enable an array of such planks and boards to be used in thermal transfer applications involving extracting heat from the environment or introducing heat to the array, for example for de-icing.
Patent GB-2402352-A (GB)
Title: An apparatus for neutralising an electrostatic charge
Inventor: SPRENGER GREGORY S
IPC: B01D29/15
Filed: 2004-04-23
Abstract: An apparatus for neutralising an electrostatic charge in a hydrocarbon fluid by corona discharge comprises a mass of filter material 12, an electrical conductor 20 and means 16 for directing a flow of hydrocarbon fluid though the filter, in contact with the conductor. Preferably the filter media is placed between two spaced apart tubes 14, 16 surrounding a central tube, in contact with the electrical conductor and together forming a filter cartridge 10. Advantageously the conductor is an anti-static cord or tinsel wrapped helically around the central tube. In use the apparatus may treat aircraft fuel which flows outside-in through the filter where upon reaching the electrical conductor any charge present in the fuel will be neutralised by corona discharge.
Patent GB-2413493-A (GB)
Title: Oral hygiene composition
Inventor: GORDON JENNIFER JANE
IPC: A61K8/24
Filed: 2004-04-29
Abstract: A stable oral hygiene composition in the form of a dentifrice or a mouthwash, comprising an organopolysiloxane-based emulsion and an electrolyte. The organopolysiloxane preferably is dimethione and the electrolyte is a pyrophosphate.
Patent GB-2399373-A (GB)
Title: An earth-boring bit
Inventor: XIANG YING
IPC: E21B10/16
Filed: 2001-05-18
Abstract: An earth boring bit for drilling a borehole has a bit body and at least two rolling cone cutters, (the depicted embodiment in the figures showing three cones). The rolling cones having rows of gage cutting elements 71, 72, 73 where the rows of cutters are mounted at separate distinct positions along the gage curve. The lowest row only could be called a gage row with the upper rows being heel rows. But all three rows produce some bottom hole cutting rather than strictly wall-shaving action typical of heel rows. The radial extension of the first and second inner rows of cutter elements eg 80, 81 being greater than the respective gage cutter elements eg 72, 73.
Patent GB-2404302-A (GB)
Title: Telephone number translation
Inventor: WILSON JEFFREY
IPC: H04Q3/76
Filed: 2004-07-14
Abstract: Number translation from non-geographic to geographic telephone numbers is performed on incoming calls by a platform 3 in a PSTN, and the calls are provided with a signature indicating that translation has taken place, in the signalling information. Received calls are checked for the presence of a signature in the signalling information by a signature verification platform 4. Received calls without a signature indicate that such calls have been dialled direct without number translation and so can be rejected. The signature can be encrypted. Suitable for detection of toll/charge fraud in premium rate service calls.
Patent GB-2418200-A (GB)
Title: Storage box
Inventor: AFRIAT NICHOLAS
IPC: B65D5/20
Filed: 2004-09-17
Abstract: A storage box is folded from a blank 1, preferably of polypropylene, having a bottom panel 2 delimited by first and second pairs of opposed parallel fold lines 2a, 2b; 2c, 2d. First and second side panels 3, 4 and a pair of end panels 5, 6 are connected to the bottom panel 2. A top panel 18 is hingedly connected to said second side panel 4. First, second and third overlap panels 8, 10, 15 are hingedly connected respectively to said first side panel 3 and said end panels 5, 6. A separately formed reinforcing panel 30 may be positioned on the blank 1 so as to extend along the first side panel 3 and said end panels 5, 6 respectively and be overlapped by the overlap panels8, 10, 15. First and second pairs of closure panels 21, 22, 23, 24 are hingedly connected to said first and second side panels 3,4 and have cooperating tabs and recesses 25-28. Alternatively, the overlap panels may take the form of flange panels which project parallel to the base, being held in position by tabs and slots.
Patent GB-2408818-A (GB)
Title: Testing an interconnect in a computer system
Inventor: POMARANSKI KEN GARY
IPC: G01M99/00
Filed: 2004-11-30
Abstract: A computer system comprises a first component (110a/124a) that comprises a first test module (150a/150c), a second component (122/140a) that comprises a second test module (150b /150d), and an interconnect (142a/146a) coupling the first component and the second component. The first test module is configured to provide a first test pattern to the second test module on the interconnect in response to a first signal from the operating system. The test modules comprise switching mechanisms 204a-d, which allow the test pattern to replace the normal operation of the system, test units 202a-d and erorr logs 206a-d.
Patent GB-2416466-A (GB)
Title: Distributed multimodal dialogue system and method
Inventor: CHOU WU
IPC: H04L29/08
Filed: 2003-08-05
Abstract: A system and method for providing distributed multimodal interaction are provided. The system is a hybrid multi-modal dialogue system that includes one or multiple hybrid constructs to form sequential and joint events in multimodal interaction. It includes as application interface receiving a multimodal interaction request for conducting a multimodal interaction over at least two different modality channels; and at least one hybrid construct communicating with multimodal servers corresponding to the multiple modality channels to execute the multimodal interaction request.
Patent GB-2423661-A (GB)
Title: Identifying scene changes
Inventor: THOMAS DAVID
IPC: G08B13/194
Filed: 2005-02-28
Abstract: A data processing apparatus for automatically identifying a change in an observed scene. The apparatus is configured to segment an image of the scene into a plurality of segments each comprising a plurality of image elements. A change in intensity of a segment relative to the intensity of that segment in a preceding image is identified, and is determined if the intensity in said segment exceeds its threshold value.
Patent GB-2417964-A (GB)
Title: Brick effect lintel cover
Inventor: HUNT LESLIE DESMOND ERNEST
IPC: E04C3/02
Filed: 2005-03-17
Abstract: A mock arch 100 comprises planar facing 102 and return 104 portions and attachment means 106, 108 which preferably attach the arch to a lintel. The attachment means may comprise a malleable material such as metal or plastic strips, wire or reinforced plastic, it may further comprise a block which cooperates with the lintel. The block may comprise plastic, wood or preferably polystyrene. The planar portions may comprise GRP, GRC, fibreglass, plastic clay or cement. The planar portions preferably represent adjacent surfaces of a single row of bricks. Also claimed is a method of manufacture including making a mould from a traditionally built arch and moulding a material within it to form a mock arch. A damp proof course is also claimed, as is a kit of parts, and sealant to provide mock mortar. In use the mock arch fixes over a lintel to present a traditional brick appearance.
Patent GB-2410351-A (GB)
Title: Wrapping complex textures onto 3D CAD models
Inventor: RUSSELL RAY
IPC: G06T15/04
Filed: 2005-04-09
Abstract: Complex 3D low relief models, represented as triangular mesh stored as industry standard (STL) or proprietary format are wrapped directly onto computer aided design (CAD) models of 3D objects for manufacturing a prototype or mould or die cavity or core. The mesh representation of the relief is positioned over the target surface and its nodes projected onto it using chord length, planar, cylindrical, conical or isoparametric lines. The nodes are offset to set a relief height. Trim curves are formed where they meet the target surface. As a feature of the underlying target model the relief is rewrapped automatically when the target is modified. The target surface may be unwrapped as a template for creating the initial relief texture. Relief and target model geometry is stored in the same database. The method provides a rapid method for creating complex decoration on things like bottles and containers avoiding manual processes like etching and engraving.
Patent GB-2424972-A (GB)
Title: Monitoring content topics in a communication system
Inventor: CHARLTON PATRICIA M
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2005-04-08
Abstract: An apparatus (101) for a data communication system comprises a user group processor (207) which generates a user group for a first user. A set of content topics is determined eg by the first user and stored in a topic set storage means (211). A communication processor (201) monitors a data communication eg speech or text of of the user group and a content topic processor (205) determines the current content topic of the data communication by content data extraction eg speech or text analysis. A notification processor (209) compares the current topic and the set of content topics and generates a notification signal in response to this comparison. The notification processor (209) may for example alert a user to a change of content topics for a trusted community defined by the user group, or initiate delivery of an advertisment.
Patent GB-2426370-A (GB)
Title: Device for displaying images sporadically on a mirrored surface
Inventor: MOLLEDA JESUS LEON
IPC: G09F13/12
Filed: 2005-05-19
Abstract: Device for displaying messages or images sporadically on a mirrored surface, wherein the message (4) is placed between a see-through mirror (2) that constitutes the mirrored surface and a plurality of light fittings (9) that can be turned on by the action of an electronic controller (11), such that when the light fittings (9) are turned off the see-through mirror (2) presents a reflecting surface while when the light fittings (9) are turned on the see-through mirror (2) loses its reflecting properties, revealing the message or image (4) through it. The see-through mirror (2) may be placed in an outer frame (1) that can be secured by a lock (3) with respect to a box (8) that contains the light fillings (9) and the electronic control (11). The message or image (4) may be held on a translucent central part of an opaque frame by attachment devices (5).
Patent GB-2416247-A (GB)
Title: Opening a sealed circuit board module
Inventor: MURILLO TOMAS JR
IPC: H05K13/00
Filed: 2005-06-21
Abstract: An apparatus for opening a sealed module containing a circuit board is disclosed. The sealed module comprises an upper section 14, a lower section 16 and a circuit board 32 located in between and having at least one connector 38 which protrudes through the upper section. A force transmitter (104, Fig 3) is provided having a cross plate 116 and at least one force transmitting surface 118 corresponding in size to the at least one connector. A force applicator 106 is used to apply pressure on the connector via the force transmitting surfaces. The upper section is supported by the walls 110 of the base 102, so the sections separate as shown in Fig 8. Also disclosed are two methods of removing the circuit board from the lower section (Figs 10 and 15). The module could be an engine control module (ECM) for a vehicle.
Patent GB-2411038-A (GB)
Title: Radio controlled prepayed metering system
Inventor: BEATTIE ERIC
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2003-11-25
Abstract: A prepayment meter having a radio, typically a GSM transceiver. Credit (and tariff changes) wirelessly transmitted to the meter, which may disconnect services such as electricity or gas supply, lighting, interactive television services and home or personal alarm gateways. In one embodiment the radio is housed in a sealed meter, in another a coupler to a mobile phone is provided.
Patent GB-2427666-A (GB)
Title: Tapered pin and sleeve
Inventor: DUNCAN DOUG
IPC: F16B19/02
Filed: 2005-06-25
Abstract: A pin (1) includes an inner element (2) and an outer sleeve (3). The inner element (2) is insertable and removable from the outer sleeve (3). An outer surface of the inner element (2) and inner surface of the outer sleeve (3) are tapered along at least part of their lengths.
Patent GB-2428269-A (GB)
Title: Chain or cord fastening which disconnects under excess force
Inventor: COSTELLO GRANT
IPC: E06B9/326
Filed: 2005-07-08
Abstract: A safety device for a cord or chain is claimed, the safety device being particularly suitable for use with control cords for window and door dressings such as curtains and blinds. The safety device comprises first and second locking means (5,6) arranged to be attached to respective first and second sections of the cord (2) or chain. The first and second locking means (5,6) with a snap-fit (as shown) or a friction fit are arranged to releasably engage with one another so as to provide a discontinuity between the first and second sections of cord (2) or chain when sufficient force is applied to either of the first and second sections of cord or chain. The device is particularly suited to ensuring that children or pets do not get inadvertently trapped or entangled in the cord or chain, as it will break apart the sections of the cord or chain if sufficient weight is applied to the cord or chain.
Patent GB-2431872-A (GB)
Title: Attachable push-chair blanket
Inventor: GEORGIOU-YOUNG SOULLA
IPC: A47D13/02
Filed: 2005-10-06
Abstract: A push-chair blanket or muff 7 has a fabric front panel 1 to cover a seated infant and a fabric back panel 2 to cover the seat of the push-chair. The two panels are joined along their bottom and longitudinal edges by means of two two-way zip fasteners 3, 4, each zip commencing at the bottom centre of the panels and extending along a longitudinal edge. The arrangement of zips enables unfastening from both the top and the bottom of the muff, allowing the feet of the infant to protrude through the opening 10 in the muff. Fastenings 5, 6, such as hook and loop, press studs cord or similar, may be provided at the top of the back panel to secure the muff to the push-chair. Harness straps may be inserted through slits 9 in the back panel. The back panel 2 is preferably longer than the front panel 1 but may be omitted if it is not required.
Patent GB-2419475-A (GB)
Title: Laminated structure of an electric machine with cooling fluid flow paths
Inventor: TURNER WILLIAM BRIAN
IPC: B21D37/16
Filed: 2005-10-20
Abstract: A laminated structure 18 of an electrical machine is disclosed, in which flow paths 19 for cooling fluid are formed between juxtaposed laminations 21, 22 by spaced protrusions 11. The spaced protrusions are formed as integral parts of the juxtaposed laminations and act as separators to space the juxtaposed laminations one from the other, a protrusion being formed at or near the end of a tooth 13. A surface 16 formed by each of the protrusions is domed to provide an aerodynamic surface and the interior of the protrusions may be filled with electrically insulating material. The protrusions may be formed by deep drawing using a pressing tool and die by a cold or hot working process (electric or friction heating). Alternatively the protrusion may be formed by a rotating tool having variable eccentricity.
Patent GB-2435289-A (GB)
Title: Two way elevating curtain structure
Inventor: YANG NELSON T
IPC: E06B9/322
Filed: 2006-02-16
Abstract: An arrangement provides a two-way elevating slatted blind or curtain structure, which uses a fixed rod 10 with several pull strings to assemble the cord fabric 40, and uses control structure 50 to elevate the curtains up and down; the control structure 50 includes: a first and second roll-up cord shaft 51, 52, which are placed on the fixed curtain rod. First and second controlling components 20, 30 on each side of the fixed curtain rod 10 operate the first and second roll-up cord shaft 51, 52 independently. Upper and lower parts may be raised or lowered as desired by means of the control structure 50 enabling the curtain to be collapsed from top-to-bottom or bottom-to-top.
Patent GB-2423771-A (GB)
Title: Scintillator compositions of cerium halides
Inventor: SRIVASTAVA ALOK MANI
IPC: C09K11/77
Filed: 2006-02-27
Abstract: A scintillator composition containing a solid solution of at least two cerium halides. A radiation detector for detecting high-energy radiation is also described . The detector includes the scintillator composition mentioned above, along with a photodetector optically coupled to the scintillator. A method for detecting high-energy radiation with a scintillation detector is also described, wherein the scintillation crystal is based on a mixture of cerium halides.
Patent GB-2439301-A (GB)
Title: A material storage rack for an aerial lift
Inventor: CUMMINGS Paul
IPC: B66F11/04
Filed: 2006-06-21
Abstract: A material storage rack 20 used for storing lengths of material, in particular pipes or tubes, during the construction of buildings. Storage rack 20 is for use on an aerial lift 10 having a work platform 12 surrounded by a safety barrier 17 with a kick plate 14 adjacent to the platform 12. Storage rack 20 has at least one leg 21 with a foot 22 which, in use, rests on platform 12. Leg 21 has at its lower end portion coupling means, e.g. a catch 36 engagable with a detent on kick plate 14, in order to hold foot 22 adjacent to kick plate 14. An elongate material support 28, with a pair of material holders 34, is detachably mounted to an upper end portion of either limb 25 or 26. Material support 28 is also provided with coupling means 35, preferably downwardly-facing hooks, for securing storage rack 20 to safety barrier 17.
Patent GB-2428459-A (GB)
Title: An Element For Generating A Fluid Dynamic Force
Inventor: PRINCE SIMON ANDREW
IPC: F15D1/12
Filed: 2006-07-13
Abstract: A fluid dynamic element 11 comprising first 13 and second 15 surfaces extending in oppositely from a leading edge 17 meet at a trailing edge to define a body shaped to generate a fluid dynamic force at an angle of attack to a fluid flow U. The first surface comprises an array of fluid inlets 19 each fluidly coupled to a corresponding outlet in an array of respective outlets 21 on the second surface by fluid duct 23, at least part of which is pitched at an angle   r  to a tangent plane Y  G  Y to said second surface at the outlet and skewed at an angle   d  to said fluid flow direction U. In use the element generates high pressure at the first surface and low pressure at the second surface and fluid flows through the ducts into the low pressure to generate vortices which reenergise the low pressure region and delay boundary layer separation from said second surface.
Patent GB-2433641-A (GB)
Title: Multimedia book
Inventor: SANTASIERO MICHAEL A
IPC: G11B33/04
Filed: 2006-08-07
Abstract: A multimedia book includes a cover 11, pages 40 attached to the cover, and machine-readable storage media 60 located within a case 50 attached to the cover 11. The storage media 60 may include CD's, DVD's, or both, and may contain static and audiovisual information. The case 50 may be configured to hold both a CD and a DVD on a common spindle 75. The cover 11 and pages 40 may be browsable before purchase when in a retail establishment, but the case 50 may be sealed by tabs 47,48 until after purchase. The information may be on arts or crafts, such as instructions for making artwork or craftwork. Substantially identical articles or similar articles on different subjects may be displayed for sale and sold in the retail establishment.
Patent GB-2441543-A (GB)
Title: A bridging element for reducing vibrations in an array of elongate components
Inventor: ASHLEY DUNCAN EDWARD
IPC: F04D29/54
Filed: 2006-09-07
Abstract: An array of similar elongate components 8 (eg., blades in a stator / rotor) are supported at one end at least by a common end support 12, 20, said array being subject to vibrations in use, the array comprising an interconnecting support element 28 disposed between two adjacent components 8, the interconnecting element comprising a body portion (web) 28 extending between the adjacent components 8 and pad portions (flanges) 36 extending generally perpendicularly from the plane of the body portion, each pad portion 36 having a contact surface which contacts a surface of one of the components. Ideally, the array constitutes blades of a stator in a gas turbine engine. Figure 6 shows a bridging element 22 for use in between vanes in a common pack, where each pack comprising two rows of vanes (see fig.3). The element may be fixed in place by bonding, or by projections 42, 44 engaging apertures.