baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2538336-A (GB)
Title: A method and apparatus for oxidizing organic fats within an internal combustion engine
Inventor: BRUCE WILLIAM PALMER
IPC: F02M27/04
Filed: 2015-11-06
Abstract: A method of oxidizing organic fats within an internal combustion engine to generate power by applying a first electrical charge to an oxidizer (e.g. Air) via a charging unit 26 preferably positioned in an air supply pipe 32 and applying a second electrical charge to an organic fat based fuel via a second charging unit preferably positioned in a fuel supply pipe 38 and which is opposite in polarity to the first electrical charge. In this way, constituents of the organic fat to be oxidized are attracted to the oxidizer, in preference to an interior surface of the combustion cylinder 10. Thus, carbonization of the interior surface of the combustion chamber is reduced, as material contributing to carbonization is retained within exhaust gas. The method is particularly suitable for use with animal fat, which due to its chemical composition and production process presents additional challenges when used as a source of fuel. Also claimed is an internal combustion engine for oxidising organic fats therein.
Patent GB-2548808-A (GB)
Title: Independent toothbrush kit
Inventor: ROBERT JON BUTLER
IPC: A61C19/02
Filed: 2016-03-23
Abstract: A waterproof container 1 for holding a toothbrush, with two internal compartments separated by a dividing wall 3, such that a liquid in either of the two sections cannot pass from one section to the other. The box has a lid 2 with a strip 5 providing an aperture through which a toothbrush may be secured lengthwise to the inner surface of the lid. The internal divider between the two sections is of a height slightly lower than that of the external walls 4 allowing the lid to fit securely with a toothbrush attached. The internal divider may have a notch or dip to accommodate the toothbrush.
Patent GB-2549117-A (GB)
Title: A searchable media player
Inventor: NIGEL HENRY CANNINGS
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2016-04-05
Abstract: A searchable media player comprises an audio file processor operable to receive a standard audio file and convert the standard audio file into machine coding and an Automatic Speech Recognition processor, operable to receive the standard audio file, determine each spoken word and output a string of text comprising each of the determined words, wherein each word in the string is accorded a time indicative of the time of occurrence of the word in the string. An assembler then operates to receive the machine coding, the string of text and the relevant topics and therefrom to assemble a self-contained media player operable without connection to the internet. A search engine can then be operated to receive a user word search enquiry, search the media player for the string of text for the word search enquiry, determine the accorded time of the occurrence of each word enquiry in the string of text, display the occurrences of the determined word search enquiry to a user, receive a user instruction indicative of a user selected word and retrieve the relevant portion of the audio file in which the selected word search enquiry occurs and playback the retrieved relevant portion to the user.
Patent GB-2551690-A (GB)
Title: Repair diagnostic system and method
Inventor: Rajeev Nayyar
IPC: G06T7/00
Filed: 2016-04-26
Abstract: A computer-implemented repair diagnostic method is provided that comprises receiving first image data representing an object with a fault that a user wishes to report, recognising or matching the object by comparing information of the first image data with information in an object data-store (or database) comprising information on a plurality of objects, and storing information on the recognised object in a fault diagnostic report. The apparatus could include a camera for image capture. A reverse image search could also be performed. The comparison of information could involve the comparison of feature elements or optical characters extracted from the image. The user could be prompted to confirm the matched object. Repair information relevant to the fault in question could be transmitted to the user in their chosen language. The invention could be applied to domestic appliances (see Fig. 3).
Patent GB-2535067-A (GB)
Title: A fiber optic mounting arrangement and method of coupling optical fiber to a tubular
Inventor: CARL W STOESZ
IPC: G02B6/36
Filed: 2014-10-03
Abstract: A method of coupling optical fiber to a tubular includes positioning at least one optical fiber at least partially within an annular cavity defined between a tubular and an elongated member and radially compressing the elongated member against the tubular.
Patent GB-2551153-A (GB)
Title: Satellite communications
Inventor: ANSELM JEYAKUMAR SINGARAJAH
IPC: H04B7/185
Filed: 2016-06-07
Abstract: A satellite network comprising at least one satellite provides the following forward downlinks: (i) an overlay beam 402 covering a geographic area, and (ii) a plurality of spot beams 202a-c, each covering a different region of the geographic area. A gateway 104 is configured to receive data from a network and to transmit the data to the satellite 110. The data is then retransmitted from the satellite to at least one client using either the overlay beam or at least one spot beam. In one embodiment, a gateway traffic manager selecting which traffic is to use the overlay beam and which traffic is to use the spot beams. The selection may be based on popularity of content, the more popular content being distributed to multiple clients using the overlay beam. In another embodiment a client requests content using a reverse link spot beam and the requested content is delivered via an overlay beam. In yet another embodiment, only content which cannot be delivered using the overlay beam is delivered using spot beams.
Patent GB-2538194-A (GB)
Title: Secure transaction processing in a communication system
Inventor: PETER GAUTSCHI
IPC: G06Q20/42
Filed: 2015-02-11
Abstract: The present invention concerns a method of processing a transaction between a payee and a payor, in a communication system comprising a payor service provider server (32), a payee service provider server (31) and a portable wireless communication device (2) operable by the payor. The method comprises: the payor service provider server (32) receiving (19) a transaction identifier and a payee service provider identifier from the portable wireless communication device (2); the payor service provider server (32) requesting (21) transaction information from the payee service provider server (31) identified by the payee service provider identifier; the payor service provider server (32) receiving (23) the requested transaction information; the payor service provider server (32) transmitting (27) the transaction information to the portable wireless communication device (2); and the payor service provider server (32) receiving (29) a transaction confirmation request from the portable wireless communication device (2).
Patent GB-2543904-A (GB)
Title: Aberrant driver classification and reporting
Inventor: Jinesh J Jain
IPC: G07C5/08
Filed: 2016-08-31
Abstract: A method of reporting an aberrant driver is disclosed wherein a user 112 of a first vehicle 116 indicates an instance of improper driving of a second vehicle 118. Occurrence of the instance is then determined using one or more classifiers. The method further involves collecting information of the second vehicle and generating a warning message based on the information. Also disclosed is a method and apparatus for generating classifications for instances of aberrant driving wherein unsupervised or semi-supervised learning may be used to build and grow a set of features of aberrant driving behaviors.
Patent GB-2544373-A (GB)
Title: Modifying aerodynamic performance of a vehicle
Inventor: ADRIAN GAYLARD
IPC: B62D35/00
Filed: 2016-09-02
Abstract: Airflow apparatus for a vehicle 1 is provided comprising separate airflow and cooling ducts 3, 6, where airflow duct 3 extends rearwardly from a front region 10, preferably a front edge, of the vehicle. Airflow duct 3 has an airflow inlet 2 and an airflow outlet 4, and cooling duct has a cooling inlet 5 and a cooling outlet 8. Airflow outlet 4 is in proximity to cooling outlet 8; preferably outlets 4, 8 are adjacent or coincident. Airflow through airflow outlet 4 may influence airflow through cooling outlet 8, for example by increasing airflow through or reducing pressure at cooling outlet 8. At least one of outlets 4, 8 are in a bonnet 9 and air exits airflow outlet 4 parallel bonnet 9. Deployable closure means, such as a flap 13 or moveable panel (12, Figure 4), may selectively open and close cooling inlet 5 and/or airflow inlet 2. Ducts 3, 6 may reduce aerodynamic drag.
Patent GB-2540300-A (GB)
Title: Self-regulating flow control device
Inventor: GRAHAM HALL
IPC: E21B34/04
Filed: 2015-04-24
Abstract: A self-regulating flow control device for controlling the flow of injected fluid into a subsea well or flowline via a tree, manifold, or other access point on the subsea infrastructure by responding to the injection pressure being applied to prevent the conduit from collapsing. An embodiment of the self-regulating flow control device includes a housing having a first and second through bore, a piston moveable in the through bore, and a biasing member. When in an unactuated position, the biasing member biases the piston isolating the first through bore from the second through bore, and when in an actuated position, a pressure overcomes the biasing member to move the piston and expose the first through bore to the second through bore. The self-regulating control flow device prevents a vacuum from being drawn into the conduit system below during sudden decreases in uphole pressure by blocking or closing flow paths in the housing.
Patent GB-2555478-A (GB)
Title: Bearing material, bearing and method
Inventor: KAYLEIGH MCEWAN
IPC: F16C33/20
Filed: 2016-10-31
Abstract: In a bearing element 2, for a sliding journal bearing such as a crankshaft main bearing, a bearing shell 4 supports a sliding bearing layer, or overlay, 12. The overlay 12 is of a polyamide-imide polymer, in which the amine content of the polymer includes at least one fluorinated diamine and at least one non-fluorinated diamine. A method for making the bearing material includes the steps of copolymerising an anhydride monomer, a fluorinated diamine and a non fluorinated diamine to form the polyamide/imide plastics polymer material of the bearing sliding surface. The sliding surface may also comprise filler materials within a matrix of the polyamide/imide plastics polymer material.
Patent GB-2555854-A (GB)
Title: Rack and pinion systems
Inventor: DAVID BRAKES
IPC: F16H55/10
Filed: 2016-11-14
Abstract: A rack and pinion system comprising a roller component 10 configured to engage with a toothed component 11. The roller component has first, second and third support members 13a-c, a plurality of first rollers 12a, and a plurality of second rollers 12b. Each first roller has an outer end connected to the first support member and an inner end connected to a first side of the second support member. Each second roller comprises an outer end connected to the third support member and an inner end connected to a second side of the second support member opposite to the first side. Each roller is rotatable about a roller axis perpendicular to the actuation direction. Each second roller may share a common roller axis with a corresponding first roller. Each roller may have a sleeve rotatably mounted on a fixed pin. The ratio of the pin diameter to the axial length of each roller may be greater than 0.5. The support members may be discs. The rack may comprise a slew ring. Also disclosed is a foldable aerodynamic structure (such as the folding aircraft wing-tip of figure 5), and a toothed component configured to engage the abovementioned rack and pinion system.
Patent GB-2541621-A (GB)
Title: Electrically isolating, fire-safe sealing element
Inventor: STEVEN KRISTOPHER KOLB
IPC: F16L57/04
Filed: 2014-07-01
Abstract: An isolation gasket for use between facing flanges of two flow conduit sections for fluid passage therethrough. The isolation gasket includes non-conductive layers and coatings that cover a flat metal core ring to provide electrical isolation, and a fire resistant layer adjacent another non-conductive layer wherein this side by side arrangement uniquely maintains a seal during a fire. In one form, a serrated ring portion of the flat metal core ring has a convex profile.
Patent GB-2553011-A (GB)
Title: Communication system
Inventor: YASSIN ADEN AWAD
IPC: H04W72/04
Filed: 2017-02-03
Abstract: A base station (for instance an eNB) generates control information (e.g. DCI) for assigning communication resources to a machine type communication device (MTC). The control information is transmitted to the MTC device. Data is transmitted to the MTC device, using the assigned communication resources, in a number of data bundles (e.g. physical downlink shared channel PDSCH bundles), each bundle being transmitted in a sequence of downlink sub-frames. Acknowledgment feedback (ACK/NACK) for the data bundles is sent from the MTC device to the base station. The ACK/NACK feedback provides one ACK/NACK indication for each bundle (for instance ACK/NACK bundling). Preferably leading on from this the base station is able to determine a starting sub-frame in which the respective ACK/NACK feedback for a first PDSCH bundle is expected based on; the last subframe in which a last data bundle is transmitted, the number of data bundles, and whether or not transmission of the data bundles is repeated. Further aspects provide using downlink control information (DCI) for assigning communication resources in each of a plurality of subframes and/or assigning communication resources in each of a plurality of narrowbands of the same subframe.
Patent GB-2548063-A (GB)
Title: Choke valve trim
Inventor: DECLAN ELLIOTT
IPC: F16K3/30
Filed: 2015-12-08
Abstract: A choke valve system (10) including a choke valve body (20) and a plurality of choke trims (22). The plurality of choke trims comprises a plug and cage choke trim (32), an external sleeve choke trim (34), and a drilling choke trim (30), wherein the drilling choke trim is configured to enable a fluid flow rate greater than the plug and cage choke trim and the external sleeve choke trim, and wherein each of the plurality of choke trims is configured to be mutually exclusively secured within the choke valve body.
Patent GB-2554139-A (GB)
Title: Collapsible all-terrain cot or tent apparatus
Inventor: ALFRED HANSON
IPC: E04H15/44
Filed: 2017-02-02
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a lightweight, packable, all-terrain cot, tent or other apparatus that is designed to fit a multitude of configurations for use in different terrain situations. The apparatus is uniquely supported by a series of arch rods, tail and head bars, and sets of cables, that provide support for weight placed on the apparatus in a variety of environments regardless of whether the setting for said apparatus is a flat surface.
Patent GB-2563100-A (GB)
Title: A motor vehicle door hinge mechanism
Inventor: TORSTEN GERHARDT
IPC: E05F15/611
Filed: 2016-07-27
Abstract: Bi-axis vehicle door hinge provides both swing opening and scissor opening and comprises a fist hinge member 40 for mounting to a chassis, a second hinge member 42 pivotally mounted to the first member and allowing limited rotation about first vertical axis 41, a third member 43 pivotally mounted to the second member providing scissor opening about a horizontal axis h, and a fourth member 44 for mounting to a door and pivotally mounted to the third member providing swing opening about a second vertical axis 50. Preferably first and second latch mechanisms 50, 55 prevent and selectively allow pivoting of the hinge members to control the opening mode of the hinge; the latches may be controlled electrically. Limited rotation of the second hinge member allows the third hinge member to clear any door seals prior to scissor opening. Sensors may determine optimal opening mode.
Patent GB-2568725-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for initializing a controller module
Inventor: DAVID ALAN ELLIOTT
IPC: G05B15/02
Filed: 2017-11-24
Abstract: A control module circuit 30 having a circuit communication input port 62, a circuit communication output port 68, a first controllable unit 32 that has a first controller module 38, and a second controllable unit 34 having a second controller module 42. The first controller module 38 has a first communication input port 64 connected with the circuit communication input port 62 and a first communication output port 68. The second controller module 42 has a second communication input port 64 connected with the first communication output port 64 and a second communication output port 66 connected with the circuit communication output port 68. The first and second controllable units 32, 34 are adapted to be identified with a permanent identity by way of a transmittable data signal receivable at the communication input port 62 and sequentially received by the first and second controllable units 32, 34. Also disclosed is a method of associating a permanent identity with a set of controllable units.
Patent GB-2578564-A (GB)
Title: Device and method for sensing the level of naturally-occurring water, and method for installation of such a device
Inventor: IAN BARTHOLOMEW
IPC: G08B29/12
Filed: 2018-02-07
Abstract: A device for sensing the level of flood water, comprises at least one test chamber having an opening through which flood water may enter, one or more air pressure wave generating elements, configured to generate air pressure waves within said at least one test chamber, one or more air pressure wave sensors, configured to detect air pressure waves present within the at least one test chamber; and control circuitry, configured to cause said one or more air pressure wave generating elements to generate air pressure waves within the at least one test chamber, at least some of which are reflected by flood water that has entered the test chamber, and to determine the level of such flood water present within the test chamber, based on the resulting output from said one or more air pressure wave sensors, including the output corresponding to said air pressure waves reflected as a result of the flood water. A tamper warning may be triggered based on the output from the one or more air pressure wave sensors. The device may be mounted to a wall in a way to prevent removal without breaking the device, where one or more cover members are connected to one or more fastener receiving portions so that the cover members cannot be disengaged without breaking the device. The amplitude of the generated pressure waves may be increased, or the detection threshold may be increased, in response to excessive background noise. Calibration using direct air pressure waves is claimed. A camera may capture an image of the surroundings of the device and a light source may illuminate the surroundings in response to a tamper warning. The device may comprise an air pump to pump flood water out of the test chamber. Readings taken while the flood water returns may be used to detect tampering.
Patent GB-2572610-A (GB)
Title: Composition
Inventor: LAURA PERKINS
IPC: C23C14/28
Filed: 2018-04-03
Abstract: A composition comprises: (a) Co3O4, and (b) crystalline lithium cobalt oxide or crystalline doped lithium cobalt oxide; the crystalline oxide comprising the following component elements: 45 to 55 atomic% lithium; 20 to 55 atomic% cobalt and 0 to 25 atomic% of at least one additional dopant element selected from Mg, Ca, Sr, Ti, Zr, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Cu, Ru, Ni, Zn, Mo, B, Al, Ga, Sn, Pb, Bi, La, Ce, Gd and Eu. The atomic% is expressed as a % of total atoms of the crystalline oxide, excluding oxygen. The composition comprises 0.01% to 10% total mass of Co3O4, and 90% to 99.99% total mass of the crystalline doped or undoped lithium cobalt oxide. The crystalline lithium cobalt oxide or crystalline doped lithium cobalt oxide has a crystalline structure with at least one crystal orientation selected from (101), (104), (110) and (012). Raman and X-Ray powder diffraction peaks indicative of these crystal orientations are also mentioned. Methods of making the composition, and electrodes and cells, especially solid-state batteries, containing the composition are also provided. The rough morphology of the crystals is stated to confer advantages compared with smoother crystals of similar chemical composition, particularly in solid-state batteries.
Patent GB-2575441-A (GB)
Title: Addressing mechanism
Inventor: IAIN ROBERTSON
IPC: G01R31/317
Filed: 2018-07-05
Abstract: A communication unit (106, fig 1) and a discoverable unit or module (103, fig 1) on an integrated circuit communicate with a protocol in which unit addresses are not of a predetermined length. The communication unit sends a discovery request to the discoverable unit. The discoverable unit receives the discovery request and generates a discovery response. The discovery response comprises an address field of length unknown to the communication unit, populated with an address of the discoverable unit. The discovery response also comprises a flag following the address field. The discoverable unit sends the discovery response to the communication unit which determines the address field length by counting the number of bits prior to the flag. This allows the minimum number of bits to be used in the address field, allowing more bits for data, and supports a variable number of connected devices. The invention may be used for debugging system on chip (SoC) integrated circuit devices.
Patent GB-2567280-A (GB)
Title: Methods and apparatus for surge protection of a distributed control system component
Inventor: BRETT GEOFFREY WILSON
IPC: H02H9/04
Filed: 2018-07-27
Abstract: An input output (I/O) module to be electrically coupled to a field device 114 via a terminal block, the terminal block including a surge protector 100 to reduce an input voltage to an operating voltage when the input voltage satisfies a first threshold, and a communication interface 424 to generate a status message when the input voltage satisfies the threshold. The status message may include a health status of the surge protector. A current limiting module 412, 414 may further be included to reduce an input current of the I/O module, and may measure leakage of the terminal block, compare the leakage to a second threshold and transmit a status message containing this information.
Patent GB-2564800-A (GB)
Title: System, method and device for wireless power transfer
Inventor: BING QIN LIM
IPC: H02J50/90
Filed: 2017-04-21
Abstract: A method (1000) and device for wireless power transfer is provided. The device includes a plurality of charging holders (104) positioned adjacent to each other. The method (1000) includes generating a first magnetic field using a first transmit coil (127) in a first charging holder (104). The method (1000) further includes generating a second magnetic field using a second transmit coil (127) in a second charging holder (104) positioned adjacent to the first charging holder (104). The method (1000) further includes magnetically coupling the first and second magnetic field to a receive coil (127) of a portable electronic device (105), wherein magnetically coupling includes transferring power from the first and second magnetic field to the receive coil (127) of the portable electronic device (105), the first magnetic field and the second magnetic field configured to have a synchronized phase.