baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2402796-A (GB)
Title: Identifying information on the surface of an article
Inventor: HAGE PETER MICHAEL
IPC: G06T7/00
Filed: 2003-06-12
Abstract: A device 10 for identifying information on the surface of an article, for example a fuse 24, has an article locator 12 for holding the fuse to be identified and a plurality of image producing cameras 26, separated by 120{, which are aimed at a fuse 24 which is located within the lighting area 28. The images are processed and compared within an image comparator, which uses a pattern matching algorithm to identify the closest matched pattern and activates an accept/reject trigger 30.
Patent GB-2393861-A (GB)
Title: DC motor having a braking circuit
Inventor: ZACK GARY E
IPC: H02P3/12
Filed: 2003-06-23
Abstract: A circuit for controlling a motor's operation is disclosed. The circuit includes a relay and a motor braking circuit portion utilising a field effect transister. The relay selectively interconnects a voltage source with one of a braking terminal and a motor terminal. The motor braking circuit portion has a motor brake switch connected on a first switch side to the motor terminal and a second switch side to the electrical ground. The brake switch is activated to brake the motor when the relay interconnects the voltage source with the braking terminal. This type of circuit may be used in applications such as controlling windscreen wiper motors in a vehicle.
Patent GB-2392995-A (GB)
Title: Method and device for stabilizing a vehicle
Inventor: BARTH GUENTER
IPC: B60W10/18
Filed: 2003-07-23
Abstract: The method is for stabilizing a vehicle in which there exists at least one wheel having the tendency to spin. The method is capable of activating independently of the driver both a withdrawal of engine torque and braking actions. The braking actions are preformed on the at least one wheel having a tendency to spin. The engine torque is withdrawn only if the braking actions preformed do not stabilize the vehicle. Preferably the vehicle is an all wheel drive vehicle and the braking actions preformed are effective with equal intensity on both wheels of the drive axle in which the least one wheel having a tendency to spin is determined. This method and device is capable of improving traction and redistributing the engine torque (driving power) before being withdrawn. Preferably a differential locking function is used in a longitudinal direction to distribute the drive power between the drive axles.
Patent GB-2406019-A (GB)
Title: Digital transmission system
Inventor: CASTOR-PERRY KENDALL
IPC: G10L19/24
Filed: 2003-09-11
Abstract: A method of transmitting information from a transmitter to a receiver over a transmission link comprises decomposing the information into a first signal which is an approximation to the information, and at least one further signal providing an approximation to the error between the first signal and the information. The first signal is sent from the transmitter to the receiver using a first transmission mechanism, and at least one further signal using a second transmission mechanism. The first transmission mechanism is designed to be more robust to noise and interference than the second transmission mechanism. The first signal and optionally at least one further signal are received at the receiver, and the information recovered. The quality of the digital signal thereby falls gradually with the increasing distance of transmission instead of suddenly dropping below a reception threshold. The method may be used for short-range radio communication, e.g. in an auditorium.
Patent GB-2406999-A (GB)
Title: SMS telecommunication system
Inventor: HARRIS MARTIN BARKLEY
IPC: H04L12/56
Filed: 2003-10-08
Abstract: Telecommunications system provides a facility for communicating a Short Message Service (SMS) message to a mobile user equipment using a subscriber identity number when the mobile user equipment is communicating via an Internet Protocol network using an Internet Protocol (IP) communication being terminated on the IP network, the system comprises an SMS network including a Short Message Service Centre (SM-SC), a gateway mobile switching centre (GMSC), the SMS network providing a facility for communicating SMS messages, and an Internet Protocol/SMS (IP/SMS) gateway for communicating between the SMS network and the IP network; the system also includes a home location database for maintaining address data identifying a current location of a mobile user equipment, the gateway mobile switching centre is operable in response to the SMS message to interrogate the home location database for an address to which the SMS message should be sent, the home location database is operable to provide the gateway mobile switching centre with an address of the IP/SMS gateway, which has been stored in association with the subscriber identity number, the gateway switching centre is operable to send the SMS message to the IP/SMS gateway, the IP/SMS gateway is operable to retrieve an Internet Protocol address corresponding to the mobile subscriber number pre-stored in an IP/SMS database associated with the IP/SMS gateway, the IP/SMS gateway communicates the SMS message to the mobile user equipment at the retrieved IP address via the IP network. The subscriber identity number may be in the form of a MSISDN.
Patent GB-2394779-A (GB)
Title: Borehole azimuth measeasurement using two sets of gravity sensors and an additional reference sensor
Inventor: MCELHINNEY GRAHAM
IPC: E21B47/022
Filed: 2003-10-08
Abstract: A method for surveying a borehole uses first and second gravity measurement devices disposed at corresponding first and second positions in the borehole and a supplemental reference measurement device disposed at the first position. Exemplary supplemental reference measurement devices include magnetometers and gyroscopes. The method includes determining a reference borehole azimuth at the first position using the supplemental reference measurement device, determining a change in borehole azimuth between the first and second positions using the first and second gravity measurement devices and determining the borehole azimuth at the second position by applying the change in borehole azimuth the reference azimuth. A system adapted to execute the disclosed method and a computer system including computer-readable logic configured to instruct a processor to execute the disclosed method are also provided.
Patent GB-2395339-A (GB)
Title: Cash register
Inventor: NOBLE PHILIP
IPC: G07G1/00
Filed: 2003-11-04
Abstract: The cash register 100 is adapted to receive payments for goods and/or services and includes means 105 for producing a receipt for a purchase through the till. The register 100 further includes means for marking the receipt with a random number which forms at least part of a chance to win. The register may also include a display 104 for a further random number and a set of rules which define conditions that must be met by a random number on the receipt and the random number on the display for a prize to be paid on the chance to win. A network of cash registers may be linked to a display, each register providing means 105 for producing a receipt with a random number.
Patent GB-2396869-A (GB)
Title: Sealing a wellbore
Inventor: WHANGER JAMES K
IPC: E21B33/12
Filed: 2003-12-12
Abstract: A wellbore is sealed by a swelling elastomer 230 disposed about an outer surface 255 of an expandable tubing 205, the expandable tubing 205 having apertures 260 and plugs 210 to allow selective fluid communication between an inner surface 245 and the outer surface 255, whereby as the expandable tubing 205 is expanded by an expansion tool 115, the elastomer seal 230 contacts a wellbore (100, figure 7), and the plugs 210 are detached from the apertures 260 and expose the elastomer 230 to an activating agent to cause the elastomer to swell and create a pressure energised seal with one or more adjacent surfaces in the wellbore (100, figure 7). In another aspect of the invention, the expandable tubing 205 is used for isolating the wellbore (100, figure 7), and sealing the wellbore (100, figure 7).
Patent GB-2392433-A (GB)
Title: Lifting apparatus
Inventor: CHEW CHYE HENG
IPC: B66C1/66
Filed: 2001-06-22
Abstract: Apparatus for lifting a freight container has a frame (1) and a number of pickup elements (3) coupled to the frame (1). Each pickup element (3) has an engagement end (5), adapted to engage with an engagement aperture in a freight container, and a fixing end (6). The fixing end (6) is secured to the frame and the fixing end (6) includes at least two formations (8, 9, 10) formed in the fixing end. A fixing member (11, 12) is engaged with the formations (8, 9, 10) and a retaining device (13) retains the fixing member (11, 12) in engagement with the fixing end (6). The fixing member (11, 12) securing the pickup element (3) to the frame (1) when the fixing end (6) of the pickup element (3) is positioned in a securing position on the frame (1) and the fixing member (11, 12) is engaged with the fixing end (6).
Patent GB-2398563-A (GB)
Title: Process for the biological degradation of chloro-organic compounds in groundwater
Inventor: SACCEDDU PASQUALE
IPC: B09C1/00
Filed: 2003-01-08
Abstract: A process is described for the decontamination in situ of groundwater polluted by chloro-organic compounds, using whey as electron donor and a source of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorous and other substances useful for the growth of autochthon and/or allochthon micro-organisms capable of using chloro-organic compounds as final electron acceptors. Whey is also used for ensuring that the negative redox potential necessary for the development of dehalo-reducing micro-organisms, is reached in the groundwater.
Patent GB-2416124-A (GB)
Title: Functional hand splint
Inventor: BELL LOUIS
IPC: B25G3/06
Filed: 2004-07-12
Abstract: A hand splint which enables a disabled person to move easily use tools/implements comprises a conically shaped grip portion having a first end and a second end, wherein the first and second ends each include a tool/implement holder in each of which a tool/implement maybe removably inserted and held. For example a spoon 11 including a handle 12 may be held in the bore (5) in opposing slots 9.
Patent GB-2416740-A (GB)
Title: A method of printing using a movable printhead
Inventor: MCNESTRY MARTIN
IPC: B41J2/32
Filed: 2004-08-06
Abstract: A method of printing an image onto a substrate (2) comprises the steps of: providing a substrate (2), a print head (3), and a carrier (4) between the print head (3) and the substrate (2); providing a backing roller (1); urging the print head (3) towards the roller (1) so as to urge the print head (3) against the carrier (4), the carrier (4) against the substrate (2), and the substrate (2) against the roller (1); then selectively energising print head heating elements whilst moving the head (3) from a first position (P1, fig 2) on the roller's circumference to a second position (P2, fig 2) so as to move the head along the substrate (2) and transfer print medium from the carrier (4) to the substrate (2) to print at least a portion of an image on an area of the substrate (2). Another method comprises dividing the image into a series of portions (51-58, fig 4); printing each portion by urging the print head (3) against the carrier (4) as to urge the carrier(4) against the substrate (2) and then selectively energising the heating elements whilst moving the head (3) in a first direction so as to move the head (3) along the substrate (2) and transfer print medium from the carrier (4) to the substrate (2) to print the image portion on a respective area (51-58, fig 4) of the substrate (2); and after printing each portion, if there is at least one further image portion to be printed, moving the head (3), substrate (2), and carrier (4) in a second direction, opposite to the first, in preparation for printing the next portion in the series. Corresponding apparatus is described and claimed.
Patent GB-2423356-A (GB)
Title: Gaming table sensor
Inventor: HODGSON PAUL KINSLEY
IPC: A63F3/00
Filed: 2004-08-14
Abstract: A sensor for accepting a gaming chip representing a bet value for a bet on a gaming table is described. The sensor comprises a low profile body with a lower surface adapted to seat stably on a gaming table face, an upper surface defining an acceptance site on which a chip can be placed, detection means within the body below the acceptance site comprising at least an optical detector to detect the presence of a chip at the site and an electromagnetic detector to detect metal content in a chip at the site, a means for generating a signal registering the presence of a chip, and a means for passing the signal to a remote bet processor for recordal of the bet. The sensor is especially described as a low profile secondary sensor for use in conjunction with a through-table existing primary sensor. A method of fitment of such a sensor, and a method of its use in gaming, are also described.
Patent GB-2418457-A (GB)
Title: Hydrodynamic energy generating device and method
Inventor: SAUNDERS DOUGLAS
IPC: F03B13/08
Filed: 2004-09-23
Abstract: A hydrodynamic energy generating device comprises four reservoirs 1-4 bounded by outer wall 5 and inner walls 6. A channel (14 fig. 2) is provided through the wall 5 connecting the first reservoir to the exterior environment, the channel 14 is provided with a valve system 21-24 which can be controlled to allow the flow of water through the channel into and out of the first reservoir. A turbine rotor 15 is disposed in the channel and coupled to a generator for producing electrical energy in response to rotation of the turbine rotor by the water. The outer wall 5 may be provided with a series of such channels 14.
Patent GB-2407416-A (GB)
Title: Processing seismic data acquired by means of multicomponent sensors
Inventor: GRATACOS BRUNO
IPC: G01V1/28
Filed: 2004-10-22
Abstract: A method of processing seismic data acquired by means of a sensor having at least three geophone components is characterized in that estimators are determined which are combinations of these components making it possible to isolate the various data depending on whether they correspond to propagation with reflection or with conversion. The estimators find application in particular for determining a sensor reconstruction according to which operators to be applied to the various components of the sensor are determined in such a way as to minimize the deviation between reference data and data obtained by applying the estimators to the sensor reconstruction, the operators thus determined being applied to the data acquired.
Patent GB-2420104-A (GB)
Title: Scanning wing mirror
Inventor: MA THOMAS TSOI HEI
IPC: B60R1/08
Filed: 2004-11-15
Abstract: An external rear view mirror assembly for eliminating the blind spot to the side of a vehicle has a reflective surface 24 which is pivotally mounted about a vertical axis 20, such that it is able to oscillate laterally between one angular position and another, the lateral movement being actuated by wind disturbances caused by the motion of the vehicle. The oscillatory movement may be limited by torsion elements 26 or return springs. A backup motor utilising an electromagnetic transducer (16, fig 2) may be provided to give assistance at low speeds.
Patent GB-2420536-A (GB)
Title: Automotive head up display system
Inventor: VLAMING TOM
IPC: B60K35/00
Filed: 2004-11-27
Abstract: An automotive head up display system projects relevant vehicle information onto a windscreen collector from a roof mounted projection unit. The windscreen collector is a holographic screen and the information digitally displayed may include speed, acceleration, distance of preceding traffic, and road surface temperature. The information is sent to the projection unit using a carbon fibre cable.
Patent GB-2409193-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle roof rack loading device
Inventor: SHARLAND DONALD STANLEY CHARLE
IPC: B60R9/042
Filed: 2004-12-14
Abstract: A roof rack which facilitates loading and unloading of high vehicles includes a base frame 1 and a movable support frame 8. The support frame can be slid across a loading edge 5 of the base frame by means of guides 15 and 16 which are in turn pivotally secured to the base frame 1 to allow tilting of the support frame into an inclined loading and unloading position adjacent to one side of the vehicle. Controlled movement of the support frame 8 is achieved by scissor linkage units 36 and 37 which are extended and retracted by a low voltage motor 39 using opposite-handed screw threads. The support frame may have additional telescopic sections to permit loading and loading at an even lower position.
Patent GB-2422951-A (GB)
Title: Alignment of components within an integrated analytical device
Inventor: YEATMAN ERIC
IPC: H01J49/02
Filed: 2005-02-07
Abstract: An integrated analytical instrument assembly comprising a plurality of components mounted on at least one support submount 2, 2A and 3. The sub-mount(s) are themselves mounted onto a micro-bench 1, with the alignment of the submounts 2, 2A and 3 on the micro-bench 1 being determined relative to at least one alignment feature 12, 12A and 15 provided on the microbench. The components of the analytical device include an electrospray ionisation source and a mass spectrometer. The ESI source may comprise a capillary needle 10 mounted in a groove 9 on submount 2, and counter-electrodes 7 and 8 mounted on submount 2A; the mass spectrometer may comprise ion optics 6, mass analyser 5 and detector 4, all mounted on submount 3. The alignment features may comprise microfabricated or micromachined recesses, grooves etc formed in the microbench.
Patent GB-2423195-A (GB)
Title: Sealed conduit connectors.
Inventor: KERRY MATTHEW
IPC: G02B6/44
Filed: 2005-02-10
Abstract: A coupling for conduit tubes (16, 16') for carrying optical fibres or optical fibre units, comprising a body which has two entries (18, 18'), both entries having associated therewith means (20, 20') to secure the body to conduit tubes inserted into the entries, the body being further provided with a space or chamber (42) between the entries through which one or more optical fibres or optical fibre units may pass, the body having a third entry (34) arranged to enable insertion of sealing material into the space, and means, such as deformable seals (26, 26'), to maintain the sealing material within the space.
Patent GB-2424851-A (GB)
Title: Flexible laminated electro-optic panel
Inventor: RUDIN JOHN CHRISTOPHER
IPC: G02F1/167
Filed: 2005-04-09
Abstract: A laminated article comprises a first substrate 1 and a second substrate 7 which enclose a fluid layer 8. The substrates are maintained at a fixed separation by edge seals and by spacers 2, 4. The spacers are formed on the first substrate 1 and comprise a wall structure defining an enclosure for a quantity of adhesive 6. When the substrates are laminated together, the adhesive 6 in the spacers serves to bond them together whilst substantially isolating the adhesive from fluid layer 8. The adhesive may comprise a polyurethane dispersion and the substrates may comprise a polyester (eg. PET), PEEK, a polyamide or PVC. The articles are formed by laminating a pre-prepared first susbtrate (with enclosures and adhesive applied) to the second substrate in a nip and introducing fluid 8 between the substrates at that nip. Particular articles formed are electro-optic display screens eg. LCD panels.
Patent GB-2425562-A (GB)
Title: Mounting windows
Inventor: ROBINSON JUSTINE STEWART
IPC: E06B1/60
Filed: 2005-04-29
Abstract: A pre-glazed window unit is mounted in an aperture in a wall <B>W</B> using a window frame and securing means. The frame comprises a base having a pair of arms <B>17</B> forming a channel <B>18</B> between them. In use the frame is located around the edge of the aperture to be glazed with the arms <B>17</B> engaging opposite sides of the wall <B>W</B> adjacent the aperture. The window unit is placed into the frame from a first side of the wall until it abuts the frame and is secured to the frame. Preferably the securing means <B>21</B> engages the window unit as the unit is placed into the frame. The securing means <B>21</B> may be provided on stop means <B>19</B> extending from the frame base in an opposite direction to the arms <B>17</B>. The securing means <B>21</B> may irreversibly engage a co-operating socket <B>41</B> in the window unit as the unit is placed in the frame. The frame may be provided in mitred lengths corresponding to sides of the aperture, one of the lengths being split to facilitate fitting of the frame to the aperture.
Patent GB-2426650-A (GB)
Title: Audio and video signal transmission over three twisted wire pairs
Inventor: DICKENS NIGEL ANTHONY
IPC: H04N11/12
Filed: 2005-05-25
Abstract: A system, apparatus and methods for transmitting video and audio data over twisted wire pairs are described. A differential signal that contains video colour information is transmitted over each twisted pair. Data representing digital samples of an audio signal is transmitted on two or more of the twisted pairs as a common mode signal. The audio data may be transmitted using balanced common mode signalling by applying a positive signal to a first twisted pair and a negative signal of equal magnitude to a second twisted pair. The data representing digital samples of an audio signal may be transferred using a clock signal and a data signal.
Patent GB-2416324-A (GB)
Title: Pair of pressing jaws and an insulating covering for a pressing jaw
Inventor: FRENKEN EGBERT
IPC: B25B13/50
Filed: 2005-06-22
Abstract: The invention relates to a pair 1 of pressing jaws 3 for hydraulic or electric pressing tools for pressing fittings onto pipes or for the press connection of electric cables. The two pressing jaws 3 are disposed for rotation about a common axis x. Each pressing jaw 3 has two bearing eyes 4, 5 with coaxial bearing openings 6 for this purpose, and the bearing eyes 4, 5 are disposed in an interengaging manner when the jaws are assembled together. The bearing eyes 4, 5 may be of different thicknesses and at least one may be provided with outwardly orientated stops 15 in order to limit the pivotability of the mounted pressing jaw 3. An insulating covering (27, fig. 6) for a pressing jaw 3, with a substantially C-shaped cross-section and an articulation portion (31,fig. 6) is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2428936-A (GB)
Title: Wireless communication apparatus
Inventor: SANDELL MAGNUS STIG TORSTEN
IPC: H04Q7/22
Filed: 2005-08-01
Abstract: A communications method and apparatus provides selection of a most appropriate transmission mode, by making a determination of channel quality. The channel quality is determined as a preliminary, or front end processing stage, prior to channel decoding. This takes advantage of inherent quality information in the soft likelihood data decoded on a signal, and avoids the need for substantial reconfiguration of the channel decoding stage.
Patent GB-2432686-A (GB)
Title: Accelerated file scanning for spyware/malware
Inventor: EDWARDS JONATHAN L
IPC: G06F21/56
Filed: 2005-11-25
Abstract: A method for scanning files for spyware and malware comprises identifying file names in a registry of at least one computer 602 and then scanning files associated with the file names 604. Since malware and spyware often manipulate the registry to ensure they are run by the operating system, the method scans all software that utilizes the registry in any manner. In another method a scan 654 is conditionally performed based on whether a change in the registry has been identified 652. In another method a scan may be scheduled e.g. on a periodic basis (701, fig. 7), or prompted by a change in the registry (702). Duplicate file names found in the registry may be removed prior to the scan (704, 710). The time required for performing the scan may be less than the time required for scanning files on hard-disks of the computer.