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Patent GB-2535005-A (GB)
Title: Energy generation systems
Inventor: Graham Stuart Lucking
IPC: F01K25/08
Filed: 2015-12-23
Abstract: A natural gas depressurisation system 110 including: an inlet conduit 112 for carrying a supply of natural gas at a first pressure; a fluid engine 1 coupled to the inlet conduit, the fluid engine being driven by expansion of the natural gas within the engine, the expansion accompanied by a reduction in temperature of the natural gas; an outlet conduit 114 coupled to the fluid engine, for carrying expanded natural gas at a second pressure, lower than the first; a generator 118 constructed and arranged to be driven by the fluid engine to generate electricity; and means for heating the supply of natural gas 116, such that the temperature of the gas in the inlet conduit, fluid engine, and outlet conduit does not drop below a threshold temperature at which impurities in the gas condense, after depressurisation, the means for heating the gas in the inlet conduit being powered by the generator.
Patent GB-2531675-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to sealing assemblies
Inventor: STEVEN SNAPE
IPC: H02G13/00
Filed: 2010-08-17
Abstract: An apparatus 100 for providing a watertight seal between an earthing rod 106 and a building structure having a waterproof membrane 128. The apparatus comprises a tube 110 that allows the earthing rod 106 to pass through, a housing having a first seal 114 for preventing the passage of moisture between the earthing rod and the tube and a bore 104 for receiving the tube. The first seal is disposed between an inner surface of the housing bore and the earthing rod. A second seal 112 for preventing passage of moisture between the tube and the waterproof membrane is disposed between the housing and the tube. The apparatus also comprises a clamp having upper 120 and lower clamping members 130 for clamping the waterproof membrane therebetween. The upper clamp member forms part of the housing and the lower clamp member is an adjustable collar movably attachable to the housing so as to accommodate different thicknesses of waterproof membrane.
Patent GB-2534705-A (GB)
Title: Automated horizon auto-picking on multiple volumes
Inventor: NAM XUAN NGUYEN
IPC: G01V1/30
Filed: 2013-10-08
Abstract: The disclosure describes a method and apparatus for performing automated horizon picking on a based volume and snapping auto-picked horizons to other seismic volumes in 4D and multi-azimuth seismic interpretation workflow. Changes made to an initial interpretation may be automatically updated on the other seismic volumes. The automated horizon auto-picking can be batched to setup, run, and monitor auto-picked horizons on a large number of seismic volumes without requiring manual updating of interpretations on each individual volume.
Patent GB-2559095-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for use in forming a bolted connection subsea
Inventor: STEPHEN ANDREW SHARP
IPC: F16L23/00
Filed: 2016-04-01
Abstract: Apparatus for use in forming a bolted connection between flanges of adjacent conduits of a subsea installation, comprises first and second frame members (3, 4, fig. 1), and at least one hinged connection for connecting the frame members. The frame members are adapted for fitting around the body of a pipe 27, and comprise at least one sleeve 8 adapted for housing a stud bolt (15, fig. 5) prior to its use in forming the bolted connection. The sleeve can comprise a push rod (14, fig. 5) system, which can be manually operated, for pushing the stud bolts out of the sleeve. The sleeve can comprise a retaining element, such as a wire, for retaining the stud bolt within the sleeve. One or both of the frame members can comprise a flange alignment plate for aligning the apparatus with the flange 26, the plate comprising a spigot 17 for receiving a nut 18 on the apparatus prior to its use in forming the bolted connection. In use, the bolts are preloaded into the apparatus above water, and are then aligned with the flange holes subsea. The bolts are manually pushed through the flange holes 29 using a push rod.
Patent GB-2541069-A (GB)
Title: A shoe dryer insert
Inventor: JAMES ROBBINS
IPC: D06F59/02
Filed: 2016-05-26
Abstract: A footwear dryer to remove moisture from shoe fabric by inserting a foot shaped container 10,20 with a toe and ankle comprising a Voronoi pattern of through holes 13,23 inside a cavity. The boot dryer may include a rigid hollow holder with a right angle at the heel and an opening at the ankle. The case may be formed of two halves 10,20 through which a moisture absorbing material may be inserted into the container cavity. The granular drying substance may be enclosed in a sock 30 between an outer water permeable mesh and an inner lining. A rigid former 40 may be used to support the insertion of the dehumidifying material pouch 30 within the frame 10,20. The rigid former 40 may be smooth or comprise a grill of apertures preferably forming a voronoi lattice extending from the toe to ankle. Preferably the dryer is formed of a material with a melting point above 220 degrees centigrade and includes an embedded resistance heater.
Patent GB-2551800-A (GB)
Title: Granular pesticide compositions
Inventor: KAL EDLY
IPC: A01P7/04
Filed: 2016-06-30
Abstract: A granular soil-applied insecticide composition comprising 6-12 wt% insecticide, 7-18 wt% of a mixture of aromatic hydrocarbons and the remainder comprising a granular support. The composition may optionally further comprise up to 5 wt% of a surfactant system. The weight ratio of [insecticide, aromatic hydrocarbons and surfactant combined] : [granular support] is in the range 1.7:10 to 4:10, and the weight ratio of [insecticide] : [insecticide, aromatic hydrocarbons and surfactant combined] is in the range 3.5:10 to 5.2:10. Preferably the insecticide is a pyrethroid such as tefluthrin and the granular support is a clay such as montmorillonite. Also claimed is a method of controlling insects comprising applying the granular insecticide composition to the locus of said insects, in particular to the soil for the growth of plants susceptible to attack by insects.
Patent GB-2553765-A (GB)
Title: Mobile device roaming
Inventor: KEVIN DAVIES
IPC: H04W60/06
Filed: 2016-09-07
Abstract: A mobile device 2 connected to a visited network 14 is prompted to initiate a search for a home network 4 if it is determined to be in a location where the two networks overlap. A message is sent to the visited network in order to change a voice, messaging or data service available to the mobile device such that the device can enter an idle state and hence initiate the search for its home network. The system reduces the amount of time that a mobile device remains connected to a visited network (roaming) and hence reduces costs. The message sent to the visited network may be for the blocking or removing of the service, and may only be sent if a home network search timer is about to expire. It may be determined whether the device has successfully connected to the home network either by monitoring location update messages, or messages sent from the home network to the visited network. The change to the service may be undone if the device does not reconnect to the home network.
Patent GB-2555470-A (GB)
Title: A drop on demand printing head and printing method
Inventor: PIOTR JEUTÉ
IPC: B41J2/21
Filed: 2016-10-31
Abstract: A drop-on-demand printing method comprises discharging a first primary drop 121A of a first liquid from a first nozzle outlet 113A to move along a first path (pA) with a first speed; discharging a second primary drop 121A of a second liquid from a second nozzle outlet 113B to move along a second path (pB) with a second speed, lower than the first speed, wherein the second path (pB) is inclined with respect to the first path (pB) along an axis inclined at an angle (α) from 3 to 60 degrees and crosses the first path (pA) at a connection point 132. The first and second primary drops combine into a combined drop 122 at the connection point. An electric charge is applied to the combined drop by a charging system (151, 152, 153, Fig2B) located at the second nozzle outlet. The path of flight (pC) of the combined drop is altered by no more than 20 degrees from the axis of the path of flight (pA) of the first primary drop. The path of flight (pC) of the combined drop with applied electric charge is controlled by deflecting electrodes 171, 172.
Patent GB-2555797-A (GB)
Title: Graphics processing systems
Inventor: GRAHAM PAUL HAZEL
IPC: G06T15/60
Filed: 2016-11-09
Abstract: Graphics processing system and method for operating the same to simulate the effect of shadows on specular lighting in a frame being rendered. A specular volume 204 is determined for a region 201 of the image being rendered and used to determine a region 205 of a light source 200 that could provide a specular lighting contribution in the frame region. A set of geometry 203 that could cast a shadow in the frame region 201 is then determined and used, together with the determined region of the light source, to determine a specular light source visibility parameter for each sampling position in the frame region. The determined specular light source visibility parameters may then be used to modulate the specular lighting from the light source when shading the geometry in the frame region to produce the rendered output image for the frame region.
Patent GB-2547750-A (GB)
Title: Methods and systems for enhancing media viewing experiences
Inventor: VIKRAM MAKAM GUPTA
IPC: H04N21/45
Filed: 2016-12-20
Abstract: A first media asset is displayed in full screen mode 804, in response to receiving a user request for a second media asset determining if a portion of the first media asset contains important content 808; if it is determined that there is important content the second media asset is displayed in a partial screen 802 overlaying the first media asset, otherwise it is displayed in full screen. Metadata, image frames, or a user profile may be analysed to determine if the first media includes an important event such as a player in a users fantasy sports roster, a scene corresponding to high social chatter, or gameplay in a sports event having a high probability of scoring. The user may be prompted that the first media includes important content and using a user input device they may choose whether to watch the first or second programs in full screen or PIP (Fig.7).
Patent GB-2555660-A (GB)
Title: Methods and apparatus for authentication in an electronic device
Inventor: Nikesh Oswal
IPC: G06F21/70
Filed: 2016-12-20
Abstract: A biometric authentication system that involves monitoring the routing configuration, of signals such as audio, within an electronic device such that a biometric authentication process can be carried out without interference from other components of the device, such as may occur when the device has become infected with malware. The invention may provide a codec or speaker recognition processor, coupled to receive biometric input data, comprising a security module that determines whether a routing configuration complies with one or more rules. In response to determining that the routing module does not comply with one or more of the rules, generating a signal indicating that the routing module configuration is insecure. The rules may be based on the mode of the operation. The security module may be implemented to prevent genuine biometric data from being output from the speaker recognition processor, and/or to prevent spoof biometric data such as audio data from being inserted into the authentication module.
Patent GB-2549618-A (GB)
Title: System and method for image registration in medical imaging system
Inventor: JICHAO YAN
IPC: G06T7/38
Filed: 2016-03-15
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a system and method for image registration and image subtraction. The technique includes perform acquiring data related to the image processing, performing a pre-processing of the images, performing an image registration, performing an image subtraction, performing a post-processing of the images and managing storage of the data.
Patent GB-2546686-A (GB)
Title: Continuous score-coded pitch correction and harmony generation techniques for geographically distributed glee club
Inventor: PERRY R COOK
IPC: H04S7/00
Filed: 2011-04-12
Abstract: A users vocal performance 103 is captured at a first remote device 101 and transmits it to a distributed glee club (karaoke club) on server 110 where it is mixed with a backing track and further transmitted to a second remote device. A second vocalist using this device returns their own performance 112 for mixing 111 with the first performance via a rendering pipeline. Different mixes of the combined two-vocal performance are then supplied to the two remote devices, eg. each user hears their own vocals more prominently in the received mix. Each performance may be pitch-shifted to harmonise with the other, or spatially separated in the stereo mix, and third or fourth users may contribute.
Patent GB-2562235-A (GB)
Title: Swellable conformance tool
Inventor: MICHAEL RICHARD ALLEN
IPC: E21B43/12
Filed: 2017-05-08
Abstract: A swellable conformance tool 16 comprising an internal tubular member 20, and an external sleeve 18 circumferentially surrounding the tube. The sleeve is constructed of a swellable material, which swells on contact with produced fluid containing water. A plurality of substantially radially orientated bores 22 extend through the tube and sleeve, such that production fluid from the reservoir can flow into the tube. Each bore is lined with a liner 24 constructed of a dissolvable material, which acts as a reinforcement during run-in and an anti-extrusion device during production. On contact with water the liners dissolve and permit the swellable sleeve to cover the bores to prevent produced fluid entering the tube. A filter 26 may be provided between the tube and sleeve to prevent particles passing through the bores. Anti-extrusion rings 28 may be placed at each end of the sleeve to prevent longitudinal swelling of the sleeve.
Patent GB-2551067-A (GB)
Title: Combination wire and plastic strapping device
Inventor: MARK A VAUGHN
IPC: B65B59/00
Filed: 2015-02-11
Abstract: A combination strapping machine comprising: a strapping machine frame 12 having a common track perimeter 18; a first tying system 16 for the first tying medium, and a second tying system 14 for the second tying medium 44; the first tying system 16 is coupled to a first portion of the strapping machine 10; the second tying system 14 is coupled to a second portion of the strapping machine 10; the first tying system 16 and the second tying system 14 are configured to alternate applying a strap to a baled material secured by the combination strapping machine 10. Preferably, a plastic strap is applied from a first direction and a wire from a second direction. A method strapping comprising applying a first tying medium; and then applying a second tying medium using respective tying assemblies. Preferably, first tying medium is applied clockwise and second medium counterclockwise.
Patent GB-2566090-A (GB)
Title: Bracket for window covering and assembly of casing and bracket
Inventor: CHIH-YAO CHANG
IPC: E06B9/323
Filed: 2017-09-04
Abstract: An assembly (100A figure 1) for a window covering includes a casing (10A figure 1) and a bracket (20A figure 2A). The casing includes a front wall 14A provided with a first connecting portion 140A, a rear wall (16A figure 1) provided with a second connecting portion 160A, and a connecting plate 12A, of which two sides are respectively connected to the front wall and the rear wall. The bracket includes a holding sheet 40A and a frame, which includes a supporting plate 22A, and has a first snap-fit portion 30A and a second snap-fit portion 50A respectively provided on two ends thereof, wherein the former and the latter are respectively adapted to snap-fit the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion. The holding sheet is connected to the frame, and sequentially includes a connecting portion 42A and a holding portion 44A attached to the connecting portion wherein the holding portion has an offset relative to the connecting portion in a longitudinal direction of the casing.
Patent GB-2560791-A (GB)
Title: Methods and apparatus to access process data stored on a server
Inventor: LEE ALLEN NEITZEL
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2011-03-01
Abstract: A method to access process data stored on a server 104 includes receiving a request to access process data via a web browser 124, identifying a server that stores at least a portion of the process data, where the server is associated with an interoperability data packing format, preferably an OPC format, accessing the server to receive the a hierarchical directory structure, converting the structure from a format associated with the interoperability data packing format to a web browsing format, and embedding at least a first portion of the structure into at least one data field for display via the web browser. The method may be performed through the use of a server wrapper 110 including an adaptor 118 to identify and access the server, a converter 120 to perform the conversion, and a web-based interface 122 for display. This enables the use of a single interface for accessing and displaying data from multiple OPC servers.
Patent GB-2556534-A (GB)
Title: Methods and systems for automatically generating advertisements
Inventor: TONGLING XIE
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 2017-06-15
Abstract: A system and method for generating advertisement automatically are provided. The system may comprise at least one computer-readable storage medium including a set of instructions; at least one processor in communication with the at least one computer-readable storage medium, wherein when executing the set of instructions, the at least one processor is configured to cause the system to generate a first plurality of ads, the first plurality of ads including a first plurality of advertisement elements and a first plurality of information components; transmit, via a network, the first plurality of ads to a first group of user terminals; determine at least one of a click-through rate, a number of impressions, or a conversion rate for the first plurality of ads; and analyze the at least one of the click-through rate, the number of impressions, or the conversion rate of the first plurality of ads.
Patent GB-2556257-A (GB)
Title: Speed loop for take-off and return by single pipeline probe
Inventor: CLAUDE A ROLSTON
IPC: G01N1/24
Filed: 2016-09-02
Abstract: A sample take-off system incorporating a small volume pump with a speed loop for pressurizing excess extracted sample for return into the process stream using a single multi-channel probe for both take-off and return of the excess extracted sample is illustrated and described
Patent GB-2572163-A (GB)
Title: Subsea hydrocarbon production system
Inventor: Raimund Bjordal
IPC: E21B41/00
Filed: 2018-03-20
Abstract: A hydrocarbon production system 17 features a foundation 18 fixed to the sea floor, a manifold 19, a pipeline bundle 20 connected to said manifold, and a guiding structure 21 coupling the manifold to the foundation. The guiding structure is configured to allow the manifold to move in a given direction relative to the foundation while substantially preventing the manifold from moving in other directions. Optionally, the guiding structure comprises one or more guideposts and respective recesses within which the guidepost or guideposts are located to facilitate reciprocating motion of the manifold. This arrangement is intended to compensate for the thermal expansion of the pipeline bundle.
Patent GB-2560648-A (GB)
Title: Energized downhole standoff
Inventor: NIKHIL MANMADHAN KARTHA
IPC: E21B17/10
Filed: 2015-12-16
Abstract: Standoff devices and methods of their use are disclosed. In various embodiments, a standoff device includes a spring-loaded core rod whose longitudinal movement causes lateral extension members to extend outward to provide the desired standoff action. The core rod is initially restrained in its motion by a restraining part made of or including a fusible material. Melting of the fusible material causes release of the spring-loaded core rod and, as a result, outward extension of the lateral extension members. Further embodiments are described.
Patent GB-2565647-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for heat treatment of barrel heads
Inventor: RONALD NORRIS WHYTE
IPC: B27M1/06
Filed: 2018-07-16
Abstract: An apparatus 1 comprising two heaters: a toaster 56 and a device 57 to char wood. A conveyor 8 rotatable about a central shaft 4 with radially spaced apertured 22 plates 20 can carry barrel heads 23 past the heaters. Adjustable support fingers 21 can allow the plate to carry barrel heads of different sizes. Each heater 50 can include gas burners 51 with valves controlled by a computer in response to data from temperature sensors. The charring heater can be hotter than the toasting heater, hot enough to initiate combustion or create charcoal. The barrel heads can be cooled by spraying 70 mist from a water tank 72 via a nozzle. The mist can be recycled after condensing. The barrel heads 23 can be loaded 10 onto the conveyor and then conveyed past the heaters. It can be the barrel heads inner face that is toasted and then charred.
Patent GB-2565914-A (GB)
Title: Laundry/textile system
Inventor: RICHARD P C SMITH
IPC: D06F57/06
Filed: 2018-07-16
Abstract: An apparatus 10 suitable for laundry and/or textile purposes comprises at least one accessory component 20, 30, 40, 60, 70, 80 for use in the handling or processing of laundry and/or textiles. In use, the accessory component is removably attachable to an upright clothes rail frame 12 such that the accessory component is supported by the clothes rail frame. The accessory component(s) may be one or more of a hat stand, a coat hanger or shirt holder 22, an ironing board holder 30, a coat hanger stacker 40, twin auxiliary hooks, an iron holder 60, a bag roll holder 70 and/or a clipboard holder 80. Also claimed is an apparatus suitable for laundry and/or textile purposes comprising an accessory component and a fixing panel attached to the accessory component, wherein the fixing panel mounts the accessory component to a substantially vertical surface.
Patent GB-2562659-A (GB)
Title: Inflow indicator apparatus
Inventor: OLE MAGNAR DRØNEN
IPC: G01M3/22
Filed: 2017-02-21
Abstract: An inflow indicator apparatus (1) for a well (2) in an underground structure (3) is described, in which at least one tracer depot (13, 13', 13") is arranged to be in contact with a partial fluid flow (F') flowing from a producing structure (32) into the well (2), the inflow indicator apparatus (1) comprising a tubular body (11), a seal (12) encircling a portion (111, 113) of the tubular body (11), arrangement of the at least one tracer depot (13, 13', 13") externally on the tubular body (11), the seal (12) being settable against an encircling wall (214, 215), and the tubular body (11), the seal (12) and the encircling wall (214, 215) defining an annulus (15) forming a first flow path (141) for the partial fluid flow (F') which is separated from a second fluid flow path (142) through the inflow indicator apparatus (1) for a main fluid flow (F) formed of a through fluid line (114) in the tubular body (11), the first flow path (141) extending from the seal (12) to an end portion (112) of the tubular body (11). A method of monitoring the inflow of a partial fluid flow (F') from a producing structure (32) to a well (2) in an underground structure (3) is described as well.