baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2514704-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for a wellbore assembly
Inventor: FAGLEY WALTER STONE THOMAS
IPC: E21B23/06
Filed: 2010-11-05
Abstract: A wellbore assembly 100 and method of operating said wellbore assembly comprising a conveyance member 30, an accumulator system 70 connected to the conveyance member, a pump 50 connected to the conveyance member and configured to pump fluid into the accumulator system and a setting tool 80 connected to the accumulator system, wherein the accumulator system is configured to supply pressurised fluid to actuate the setting tool and includes a member configured to generate pressurised fluid within the accumulator system prior to supplying any fluid to the setting tool, wherein the accumulator system is re-settable downhole to supply a subsequent amount of pressurised fluid to actuate the setting tool, and wherein the pump is repeatedly cycled to pump fluid into the accumulator system prior to supplying pressurised fluid to actuate the setting tool.
Patent GB-2529679-A (GB)
Title: Radiator Valve Handle
Inventor: BOND PETER HOWARD
IPC: F16K31/60
Filed: 2014-08-28
Abstract: A retrofit kit for radiators comprises a radiator valve attachment 4 for attaching to a valve handle of a radiator, a replacement valve handle 1 for replacing the valve handle to which the radiator valve attachment is attached and a valve extension 2 having a length of at least 0.3m for connecting between the radiator valve attachment and the replacement valve handle. The valve extension preferably comprises an extension rod. The replacement valve handle may comprise two or more spokes extending outwardly from an axis of the replacement valve handle. The two or more spokes may be unevenly distributed about the axis of the radiator valve handle and are preferably asymmetric about a plane aligned with one of the spokes. The valve extension may comprise a fixed clamp part 5 for fixing to the radiator and a rotating clamp part 6 for connecting between the extension rod and the fixed clamp part.
Patent GB-2525945-A (GB)
Title: Television display and remote control
Inventor: COENEN ROB
IPC: H04N21/482
Filed: 2014-10-17
Abstract: A method of providing an interactive user interface having a user interface element with a current display parameter value, for example position or brightness, (Xs) and updating this to a new interpolated display parameter (X1). The method includes determining a target parameter value (Xe) for the interface element in response to user input, determining a new display parameter value (X1) for the user interface by interpolating between the current display parameter value and target display parameter value and updating the current parameter value to the new display parameter value. The interpolation may be variable and depend on the difference between the parameter values. The target parameter may be continuously updated. Methods of, providing an interactive user interface for a television display responsive to a user operated remote control having a touch sensitive surface, controlling playback, scrolling a displayed two dimensional grid, displaying additional information which in turn is removed in response to the scrolling of the display of programme information items, providing a vertical menu to one side of a program guide, displaying first and second channel live video feeds and displaying a selected program banner with a reduced transparency for given channels, and a remote control device having a touch sensitive surface that includes a central area couple to tactile switch are also set out and claimed.
Patent GB-2518066-A (GB)
Title: Cooking oil delivery system and method
Inventor: SAYERS JASON
IPC: B67D7/36
Filed: 2013-04-16
Abstract: A delivery system includes a transportation container for cooking oil carried by a delivery vehicle for filling a storage container located at a restaurant. A flexible conduit is temporarily connected between the transportation container and the storage container. The oil is pumped from the transportation container to the storage container. A pressure sensor, carried by the vehicle downstream the pump, monitors pressure in the storage container. A processor operates with the pressure sensor for determining a pressure level in the storage container and controls delivery of the oil for limiting a pressure level to a preselected value. The system waits a period of time and tests the pressure to allow the pressure in the storage container to equalize so that pressure in the conduit at the vehicle is the same as pressure in the storage container. The pressure level is used to establish the amount of cooking oil delivered.
Patent GB-2522989-A (GB)
Title: Sorbent for halogen compounds
Inventor: DAVIS DAVID JONATHAN
IPC: B01J20/10
Filed: 2014-12-11
Abstract: A method for preparing a sorbent comprises the steps of: mixing together a particulate calcium silicate cement and a particulate alkali metal compound; and treating the mixture with water to hydrate the calcium silicate cement, wherein the particulate alkali metal compound may comprise a oxide, hydroxide, carbonate or hydrogen carbonate and the sorbent is shaped before and/or after the treatment with water. The method may also comprise a drying step to remove excess water at 5-50Â°C. The calcium silicate cement may be a Portland cement. The alkali metal is sodium and/or potassium. The particulate alkali metal compound may be present in the sorbent in the range 3-86% by weight and may be in the form of a powder with an average particle size, [D50], of 5-100 Âµm. The water may contain alkali metal carbonate. The mixture may further comprise a binder or a particulate support material. A process for removing a halogen compound from a fluid stream using the sorbent prepared by this method are also disclosed.
Patent GB-2533377-A (GB)
Title: Wearable automatic marking system for shooting ranges
Inventor: Ioannis Katramados
IPC: F41J5/14
Filed: 2014-12-18
Abstract: A system for identifying a position of impact of a weapon shot on a target comprises a processing unit and a wearable device (51, 52, 53). The processing unit is configured to receive images of the target captured by an imaging device and to process the received images to detect the position of impact of the shot relative to the target. The wearable device (51, 52, 53) comprising a output unit configured to provide feedback indication representing the position of impact of the shot.
Patent GB-2535459-A (GB)
Title: Pump rotor shaft bearing system
Inventor: MICHAEL HENRY NORTH
IPC: F16C19/54
Filed: 2015-02-13
Abstract: A pump 110 includes a pump housing 112 and a rotor shaft 122, 124 having a first end, a second end and an axis of rotation. A bearing system 134, 136 supports the rotor shaft for rotation relative to the pump housing. A preload system 142, 144 applies an axial preload force P to the rotor shaft via the bearing system. The bearing system has a plurality of spaced apart rolling bearings 150, 152 with respective sets of rolling elements 160 that bear respective portions Pn of the preload force P. Preferably the bearings are floating bearings, comprising at least one of angular contact rolling bearing and a deep groove rolling bearing. The preload force may be applied by a resilient biasing unit comprising a compression spring and/or a wave spring.
Patent GB-2538700-A (GB)
Title: Conveyor belt monitoring system and method
Inventor: RICHARD SALISBURY
IPC: G06T7/00
Filed: 2015-04-27
Abstract: A conveyor belt 16 material temperature anomaly detection apparatus and method, features one or more infrared temperature detectors 12 creating a thermal image, and image processing 14 to identify or clarify the anomalies in the image. A conveyor belt speed monitor 22 may further input information into the processing unit 14. The processing unit 14 may be a computer 14, with an input 24 and a display 26. In this manner temperature anomalies may be viewed and studied, for potential process adjustments.
Patent GB-2525098-A (GB)
Title: Equipment for use when sitting and when walking, skiing or the like
Inventor: GREEN DERRICK
IPC: A45B5/00
Filed: 2013-05-22
Abstract: The equipment (10) comprises a pair of walking sticks (12,14) or the like that are arranged so that they can be connected together to form a two-legged stool.
Patent GB-2529040-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for water treatment
Inventor: NUTLEY BRIAN
IPC: C02F1/72
Filed: 2015-06-12
Abstract: An injector device 30 for a water treatment apparatus comprises a first coupling for fluid connection to a source of liquid to be treated; and a second coupling for fluid connection to at least one liquid treatment vessel arranged to expose liquid in the vessel to ultraviolet radiation in an advanced oxidation process reaction. In a first aspect, the device comprises at least one injection port 514 for injecting at least one gas into a liquid flowing through the injector device. The injector device is at least partially formed from a material that is transmissive to ultraviolet radiation. In another aspect, the injector device defines a plurality of parallel flow streams 504 between the inlet of the apparatus and the at least one liquid treatment vessel. The injector device comprises an injection port 514 for each of the plurality of parallel flow streams. Preferably, each of the injection flow channels comprises a venturi injector. A water treatment apparatus comprising the injector device and a method of treating water in an advanced oxidation process reaction are also claimed.
Patent GB-2528778-A (GB)
Title: Process for the removal and return of a catalyst to a liquid phase medium and its use in cross-coupling reactions
Inventor: MURRAY PAUL MICHAEL
IPC: C08G77/395
Filed: 2013-11-28
Abstract: A process for the selective removal of a component from a liquid phase and subsequently returning the component to a liquid phase is disclosed. A novel compound of formula (I) [SUP]-[[L]-[G]]a (I) in which L is a linking group, G is an aryl group having a leaving group LG selected from Cl, Br, I, sulfonate such as triflate, a diazo group, a nitrile, an ester and an alkoxy group and substituent Q is selected from H, NR2, OR, C02R, F, Cl, N02 CN and SUP is a support having a plurality of groups -[L]-[G] bound to the support is contacted with the liquid phase to bind the component to the compound I thereby forming a captured component which is separated from and may be returned to the liquid phase. The compound I is especially useful in binding homogeneous catalysts to remove it from a reaction medium and selectively returning the catalyst to the reaction medium at a later stage. The compound is particularly useful for cross-coupling reactions, for example in Suzuki reactions.
Patent GB-2529052-A (GB)
Title: Interference attenuation of a residual portion of seismic data
Inventor: BAARDMAN ROLF HUIBERT
IPC: G01V1/36
Filed: 2015-07-01
Abstract: Recorded seismic data is separated 1444 into a portion attributed to a source and a residual portion, and seismic interference attenuation is performed 1446 on the residual portion. The seismic interference may result from another seismic survey in close vicinity, for example. The seismic data may be simultaneous source marine seismic data recorded with a temporal overlap between actuations of the sources, having dithered actuation. The recorded data may be separated into a first respective portion for each of a plurality of sources, and a residual portion. Seismic interference may be removed from the residual portion to yield a seismic interference attenuated portion. Portions relating to the actuation of the sources may be obtained from the seismic interference attenuated portion, and added to the first respective portions.
Patent GB-2541219-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for scanning a structure
Inventor: OLIVER JOHN BECKETT
IPC: G01N23/18
Filed: 2015-08-12
Abstract: An apparatus 1 for scanning a subsea structure has an axis A that aligns with the axis of the structure when in use, and a centre of buoyancy laterally offset from, and moveable with respect to, the centre of mass. The apparatus comprises a frame 2 and a buoyancy material 3 which moves relative to the frame along the axis. An actuator 5 moves the material between a first position in which the centre of buoyancy is substantially axially aligned with the centre of mass and a second position in which it is axially offset therefrom. The movement of this material changes the trim of the device whilst in the water, allowing parts of a structure with different orientations to be scanned. The apparatus may be used to examine for integrity issues such as cracking or fatigue in structures such as pipelines.
Patent GB-2534446-A (GB)
Title: Remote configuration and operation of fitness studios from a central server
Inventor: ROBERT DEUTSCH
IPC: G16H20/30
Filed: 2015-11-03
Abstract: A computerised method (200, fig 2) for configuring and operating one or more fitness studios (111) each comprising a plurality of exercise stations (128) at which users (1315) perform associated exercise routines (319), each station having an associated display (120), the method comprising, for each fitness studio, periodically retrieving (205), by a server (101) from a database (105), studio information (213) for the studio in question for a specified period, from a multi-period fitness library (104); communicating (207), by the server to a studio computer (114), the retrieved studio information over a communications network (107); periodically receiving (303), by the studio computer, the retrieved studio information; configuring (308) the exercise stations dependent upon the received studio information; and communicating (310), by the studio computer to the exercise station displays, dependent upon the received studio information, station directions (319) to users exercising at the stations for performing an exercise. The studio information preferably includes the physical layout of the exercise stations and the configuring may include repositioning the exercise stations.
Patent GB-2533686-A (GB)
Title: Using service request ticket for multi-factor authentication
Inventor: PAUL DRISCOLL
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2014-09-08
Abstract: In an environment wherein a front end system receives a service request, and a back end system responds to the request, a user of a target endpoint must be authenticated. A ticket ID is assigned to the service request, and responsive to an initiating action of the user, a virtual token is generated that has a specified relationship with the ticket ID. The virtual token is delivered to the user, and the user is prompted to present the token to a validating component associated with one of the front end or back end systems, wherein the validating component is configured to verify the token validity. If the token is found to be valid, the user is authenticated to access the specified target endpoint.
Patent GB-2553074-A (GB)
Title: A cell culture device
Inventor: VALON LLABJANI
IPC: C12M3/04
Filed: 2016-02-05
Abstract: A cell culture device comprising a container, at least one divider and a plurality of cell growth blocks located within the container. The divider separates the container into multiple compartments and is selectively permeable. The cell growth blocks are each independently removable from the container. Also disclosed is a cell growth block comprising a three dimensional scaffold located within a selectively permeable housing, a kit for a cell culture device and a method of culturing cells.
Patent GB-2548791-A (GB)
Title: An improved receiver for fireams
Inventor: SIMON TRENDALL
IPC: F41A3/66
Filed: 2016-02-23
Abstract: A frame or receiver for a gun comprises a primary substantially planar terminal element (1) joined to make a solid connection with a secondary flat terminal element (4) via a plurality of connecting elements (5) to form a single rigid structure. Primary terminal element (1) has a bore (2) to accommodate a barrel or barrel extension and a locking means (3) to make the barrel solid with the primary terminal element (1). The barrel may be screwed into the terminal element via a threaded coupling. Connecting elements (5) are made solid with primary and secondary terminal elements (1 and 4) by a locking means (6). The connecting means may take the form of tie rods, struts or beams. The objective of the device is to make construction of the receiver easier.
Patent GB-2538853-A (GB)
Title: Switching to a second audio interface between a computer apparatus and an audio apparatus
Inventor: GLENN N DICKINS
IPC: G06F3/16
Filed: 2016-04-06
Abstract: An audio apparatus is configured to switch, when there exists a first audio interface between the audio apparatus and a computer apparatus, to using a second audio interface between the audio apparatus and the computer apparatus, the second audio interface being different from the first audio interface. The switching comprises: receiving, via the first audio interface, combined audio data and non-audio data, the non-audio data comprising a request to switch to using the second audio interface; obtaining the request from the data; and, in response to obtaining he request, transmitting to the computer apparatus a confirmation of switching to using the second audio interface.
Patent GB-2541966-A (GB)
Title: Power converter and railway vehicle
Inventor: YOSUKE YASUDA
IPC: H02M1/00
Filed: 2016-04-19
Abstract: A power converter includes a plurality of semiconductor modules 110, a heat receiving block 7, a cooling fin 4, a filter capacitor (102, 103, figure 3), and a gate drive device. The semiconductor modules include a plurality of switching elements. The heat receiving block includes the plurality of semiconductor modules on a first surface and the cooling fin on a second surface. The filter capacitor is electrically connected to the semiconductor module. The gate drive device transmits a control signal to the switching element. A longitudinal direction of the semiconductor module is arranged facing a direction perpendicular to cooling air 40 passing between the cooling fins.
Patent GB-2555071-A (GB)
Title: Skin treatment apparatus
Inventor: CHRISTOPHER PAUL HANCOCK
IPC: A61N5/02
Filed: 2016-05-24
Abstract: Skin treatment apparatus comprising: a microwave source (10 figure 6); and applicator 20 for mounting over a region of skin, the applicator 20 comprising: an energy delivery structure 15a; a microwave feed structure 15. Wherein the apparatus is controllable to deliver the microwave energy such that there is an induced thermal profile in the region of the skin, the profile having a maximum temperature at a predetermined distance beneath the surface of the skin. The applicator structure may receive a cooling medium and microwave frequency electromagnetic energy, which provide a combined treatment effect that results in heating or ablation in a zone beneath the skin surface. The applicator may be a waveguide (e.g. waveguide horn antenna) with internal shielding configured to provide a substantially uniform heating effect. The applicator may include a thermal camera to monitor treatment.
Patent GB-2552183-A (GB)
Title: A tool for a vacuum cleaner
Inventor: MATTHEW ADAM TUCKER
IPC: F16L11/16
Filed: 2016-07-13
Abstract: A vacuum cleaner duct comprises a helical frame 9 that includes a plurality of loops 16 arranged about a helical axis 15 and being formed of a rigid material and a helical strip 10 provided on the loops 16 to seal the frame and being formed of pliable material, wherein at least one loop 16 has one or more projections 21 that extend towards an adjacent loop so as to limit flexing of the duct in a direction normal to the helical axis. The vacuum cleaner duct may for part of a vacuum cleaner tool such as a telescopic wand where the duct forms part of a narrower, inner conduit.
Patent GB-2538430-A (GB)
Title: Mobile drilling fluid plant
Inventor: PIPER SHAWN WALKER
IPC: E21B21/06
Filed: 2014-07-11
Abstract: An example mobile drilling fluid plant includes a plurality of intermodal containers each exhibiting a length, a width, and a height compliant with universal shipping container dimensions and configurations dictated by the International Organization for Standardization, wherein the plurality of intermodal containers include a plurality of fluid storage containers and one or more fluid mixing containers, one or more pumps in fluid communication with the plurality of fluid storage containers and the one or more fluid mixing containers, and one or more flexible hoses fluidly coupled to the one or more pumps and placing the plurality of fluid storage containers in fluid communication with the one or more fluid mixing containers.
Patent GB-2561522-A (GB)
Title: Connector for a length of zip teeth
Inventor: KATRINA LOUISE BELL
IPC: A44B19/18
Filed: 2016-11-25
Abstract: The device comprises a connector 1 which engages with part of a length of zip teeth Z on a backing fabric W. Connector 1 has a length of channel section 2 having opposing channel first and second free edges 3, 4; a flap member 10 hinged along a first flap edge 11A, the flap member being movable from a first open position to a closed position where the flap lies adjacent the second channel edge 4, and connection means 13 to connect the flap member to the material. In use the zip teeth are engageable between the channel section and the flap member with the backing fabric sandwiched between the flap and second channel edge when in the closed position.
Patent GB-2557241-A (GB)
Title: Audio processing
Inventor: ANTTI JOHANNES ERONEN
IPC: G06V20/00
Filed: 2016-12-01
Abstract: In a 3D spatial audio rendering system, a visual image (fig 1A) is analysed to detect corresponding sound objects (fig 1B) whose spatial extent (304) is then modified (eg. increased as in fig 2B) and rendered (404 fig 3) based on the visual analysis (eg. based on the size of the visual object 208, fig 2A). The sound object may be separated into sub-objects to which are applied rules regarding eg. spatial separation of similar frequency bins (as in a set of drums, fig 5).
Patent GB-2545142-A (GB)
Title: Contextual workflow management
Inventor: JESÚS ORLANDO SANCHEZ MERCHAN
IPC: G16H40/20
Filed: 2015-08-26
Abstract: A computer system for enforcing a workflow, the computer system comprising: a computer store comprising: a set of actions; a plurality of data objects each comprising a specification identifying one or more of the set of actions for operation on the data object; and a plurality of stakeholder objects each being associated with (a) one or more of the data objects and (b) one or more of the set of actions; a user terminal coupled to the computer store and configured to provide a user with access to one or more data objects associated with a stakeholder object corresponding to that user; and a computer processor configured perform at least part of a workflow comprising a sequence of first and second actions by: operating a first action of the set on a first data object of the plurality; in response to a first user accessing the first data object at the user terminal, causing the user terminal to present to the first user one or more second actions identified by the first data object and associated with a first stakeholder object corresponding to the first user; and on the first user selecting a second action at the user terminal, operating the selected second action on the first data object.