baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2509972-A (GB)
Title: Shift mechanism with shift finger having a damping member
Inventor: RIEHL OLIVIER
IPC: F16H63/30
Filed: 2013-01-21
Abstract: A shift mechanism comprises a shifter strut 12 having a shift finger 26 which engages with a mouth 114 of a shift fork 109 of a gearbox (100, fig 3). In order to absorb vibrations the shift finger 26 has a damping member 115, e.g. of resilient rubber material, which may be a single member 115 or there may be two damping members (122, 123, fig 10). Damping member 115 is positioned only at positions where the shift finger 26 engages the mouth 114 of the shift fork 109 when a gear ratio is actuated. The shift finger 26 may have a groove (117) and the damping member 115 is positioned in the groove (117, fig 5) from which it protrudes by a set distance (d, fig 5). In other embodiments the mouth 114 of the shift fork 109 may be provided with the damping member. Reference is also made to a gearbox, and a gearshift mechanism comprising a gear shift mechanism and a gearbox.
Patent GB-2512346-A (GB)
Title: Non-phthalate propellants
Inventor: PENNEY MARK JAMES
IPC: C06B25/34
Filed: 2013-03-27
Abstract: An energetic composition suitable for use as a propellant comprises the following components in the following relative proportions: component A; from 60% to 90% by weight of a highly energetic filler comprising at least one nitramine compound; component B: from 5% to 20% by weight of a binder, and component C: from and 3% to 15% of a plasticiser wherein the plasticiser comprises formula (A): R1-OC(O)-R3-C(O)O-R2, wherein R1, R2, and R3 are independently selected from C3 to C10 alkyl or alkenyl, the percentages by weight of components A, B and C, together with minor additives, if any, adding to 100%. In preferred embodiments the highly energetic filler is HMX, the binder is EVA and the plasticizer is dioctyladipate (DOA) or dioctylsebacate DOS.
Patent GB-2498895-A (GB)
Title: Formate salts for increased stability of polyacrylamide fluids
Inventor: LIN LIJUN
IPC: C09K8/588
Filed: 2011-11-08
Abstract: Methods and apparatus for using a fluid within a subterranean formation, including forming a fluid comprising an acrylamide copolymer and a formate salt, and introducing the fluid to the subterranean formation, wherein a temperature of the formation is about 149 Â°C or warmer. Also, methods and apparatus for a fluid for use within a subterranean formation, including an acrylamide copolymer comprising polyacrylamide, a formate salt comprising potassium, and a crosslinker comprising zirconium. Additionally, methods and apparatus for using a fluid within in a subterranean formation, including forming a fluid comprising an acrylamide copolymer and a formate salt, and introducing proppant into the fluid to form a mixture, introducing the mixture to the subterranean formation, wherein a temperature of the formation is about 149 Â°C or warmer.
Patent GB-2501422-A (GB)
Title: Fibre optic distributed sensing
Inventor: CRICKMORE ROGER IAN
IPC: G01D5/353
Filed: 2012-01-16
Abstract: This application describes methods and apparatus for fibre optic distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) where microstructured fibre (202), such as holey fibre or photonic crystal fibre is used as the sensing fibre (104). The microstructured fibre is configured so to provide at least one of enhanced sensitivity to a given incident acoustic signal; an enhanced non-linear optical power threshold and directional sensitivity. By configuring the microstructuped fibre to be more compliant than an equivalent solid fibre and/or provide a large refractive index variation in response to applied strain, the response to a given acoustic stimulus may be larger than for the equivalent fibre, Providing a hollow core may allow higher optical powers and by providing a directionality to microstructured (304) allows the fibre to be used in a DAS system with a directional response.
Patent GB-2516962-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to joining fabric portions to one another
Inventor: STURMAN RICHARD
IPC: D06H5/00
Filed: 2013-08-08
Abstract: A first fabric portion 12 has first 16 and second 18 outer surfaces between which extends a first end or edge (20, figure 3) which may be inclined relative to the surfaces. A second fabric portion 14 has a third outer surface 30 against which the second outer surface 18 of the first portion 12 is secured in abutment by a first stitch formation 32. End (20) of the first portion 12 is secured in abutment against the third outer surface 30 of the second portion 14 by a second stitch formation 34 which preferably comprises a needle thread 40 and a bobbin thread 44 of a bar tack stitch formation. The first portion 12 and first stitch formation 32 may extend beyond the confines of the second portion 14 and may be cut back to within those confines using a tool inserted between the portions. The end of the first portion may then be cut at the angle prior to forming the second stitch formation. Tools for performing these cutting operations are disclosed including a tool for performing both cutting operations. The construction may be used where comfort is of importance such as breast support garments.
Patent GB-2503363-A (GB)
Title: Configuration of overlays on a display screen in a computing device with touch-screen user interface
Inventor: RICE LIZ
IPC: G06F3/0481
Filed: 2012-01-13
Abstract: Methods, apparatus and computer software for controlling a computing device comprising a touch-screen user interface. A status of one or more applications having access to the touch-screen user interface of the computing device is monitored. In response to the monitoring indicating that a predetermined application is displaying a screen on the touch-screen user interface, at least one overlay portion is configured over a part of the displayed screen. Hence, an augmented user interface experience is provided which allows display of information to a user via an overlay displayed on top of information associated with a predetermined application already being presented to the user. No interaction by the user with the touch-screen user interface is required in order to navigate away from or back to the predetermined application.
Patent GB-2502478-A (GB)
Title: Personal care articles with tactile visual cues
Inventor: VELAZQUEZ HERB
IPC: A61F13/15
Filed: 2012-02-20
Abstract: An absorbent article, for example, a diaper, a training pant, a swimming pant, or a feminine care article, and so forth, includes a topsheet, which forms a body-facing surface of the absorbent article, a backsheet disposed distally from the topsheet, which forms a garment-facing surface of the absorbent article, an absorbent core positioned between the topsheet and the backsheet, and a heat- activatable expandable treatment on the garment-facing surface. The heat- activatable expandable treatment is present on the garment-facing surface in a visually distinctive shape or pattern and provides visual and/or tactile cues to a user of the absorbent article.
Patent GB-2504224-A (GB)
Title: Dependency-based impact analysis using multidimensional models of software offerings
Inventor: VENKATARAMAN RAMKUMAR
IPC: G06F9/455
Filed: 2011-08-26
Abstract: The disclosed embodiments provide a system that facilitates the maintenance and execution of a software offering. During operation, the system obtains model data associated with a multidimensional model of the software offering. Next, the system uses the model data to calculate a set of dependency scores representing levels of dependency among a set of service components and a set of resources used by the software offering. Finally, the system uses the dependency scores to facilitate management of the software offering.
Patent GB-2507000-A (GB)
Title: Mobile x-ray generation apparatus and mobile x-ray imaging system
Inventor: NISHIMURA SHINJI
IPC: A61B6/00
Filed: 2013-10-03
Abstract: A mobile X-ray generation apparatus includes an X-ray tube unit 1, a collimator 2 configured to shape an X-ray bundle generated by the X-ray tube unit, a positioning member 103, 104, 5 configured to arrange the X-ray tube unit and the collimator at respective specific positions, a cart 16 configured to support the positioning member, a first handle 9 fixed to the X-ray tube unit, a second handle 12 fixed to a side surface of the collimator, and a storage portion 7 in the form of a recess provided in the cart. The side surfaces and exit surface of the collimator are protected when the X-ray tube unit and the collimator are brought into the storage portion. Switches (101, 102 figure 4) can be provided on the handles to control the positioning member.
Patent GB-2521350-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle cooling system
Inventor: DEEKS ANDREW
IPC: G01F23/00
Filed: 2013-12-06
Abstract: After a vehicle 2 has waded in water 10, in response to a signal indicative that at least the front of the vehicle is no longer substantially submerged in water, a vehicle radiator cooling fan 16 is operated in the reverse direction to blow out any contaminants, eg leaves, sand or silt, that have become lodged in, or in front of, the radiator during wading. Reverse operation may continue for a predetermined time period, eg 5-60 seconds. The system may include sensors 24 that determine the water level about the vehicle and automatically operate a vehicle cooling fan 16 in a reverse direction based on said determined water level. Alternatively, the driver may command reverse operation of the fan, eg using a button 20.
Patent GB-2523535-A (GB)
Title: Breaker circuit configurations for multi-terminal DC systems
Inventor: WILLIAMS BARRY WAYNE
IPC: H02J1/10
Filed: 2013-12-18
Abstract: In a multi-terminal direct current system comprising a plurality of DC feeds a-c each terminal 18-20 is interconnected to any other terminal 18-20 through a path containing only a single circuit breaker unit 21-23. The circuit breakers 21-23 may connect pairs of terminals of identical or non-identical ratings and may be bi-directional or uni-directional DC circuit breakers. The circuit breakers 21-23 may be either dedicated circuit breakers with the primary function of breaking normal fault currents when activated or multi-function circuits with circuit breaker functionality. One or more of the breaker circuits 21-23 may be DC voltage transformation elements.
Patent GB-2521018-A (GB)
Title: Device for detecting and preventing water leaks
Inventor: HOWE ANTHONY RICHARD
IPC: F17D5/02
Filed: 2014-04-14
Abstract: A device 1 for detecting and preventing fluid leaks in a fluid circuit connected to a supply of fluid comprises a fluid flow sensor 20 and a controller 30 connected to the fluid flow sensor to generate an alarm signal when fluid flow sensor senses flow in the circuit for more than a predetermined period of time. The flow sensor may be an impeller 21, which may comprise a magnet 24 on each impeller blade 23 for rotating past a coil 25 to generate an electrical pulse to sense fluid flow. Alternatively, the flow sensor may include an arm in a fluid flow path connected to a strain gauge. The device preferably comprises a stop cock 40 that may be a motorised valve or a solenoid operated valve 42. The fluid may be water, the circuit may be a water circuit in a building and the supply of fluid may be mains water.
Patent GB-2511665-A (GB)
Title: Hybrid photoresist composition and pattern forming method using thereof
Inventor: CHEN KUANG-JUNG
IPC: G03F7/004
Filed: 2012-11-02
Abstract: The present invention relates to a hybrid photoresist composition for improved resolution and a pattern forming method using the photoresist composition. The photoresist composition includes a radiation sensitive acid generator, a crosslinking agent and a polymer having a hydrophobic monomer unit and a hydrophilic monomer unit containing a hydroxyl group. At least some of the hydroxyl groups are protected with an acid labile moiety having a low activation energy. The photoresist is capable of producing a hybrid response to a single exposure. The patterning forming method utilizes the hybrid response to form a patterned structure in the photoresist layer. The photoresist composition and the pattern forming method of the present invention are useful for printing small features with precise image control, particularly spaces of small dimensions.
Patent GB-2527555-A (GB)
Title: Thioureylene liquid compositions
Inventor: REYNOLDS LOUISE
IPC: A61K47/36
Filed: 2014-06-25
Abstract: A composition comprises about 0.25 to 1% w/v of a thioureylene compound, at least about 0.2% w/v of a polysaccharide and a liquid vehicle. The composition may be used in the treatment of diseases and conditions associated with abnormally high thyroid hormone levels in mammals, such as humans and cats. The thioureylene compound may be carbimazole, methimazole, methylthiouracil, or propylthiouracil. Preferably, the composition comprises at least 0.4%w/v of polysaccharide, which may be xanthan gum. The liquid composition may be administered orally.
Patent GB-2517579-A (GB)
Title: Fluid cooling arrangement for a gas turbine engine and method
Inventor: RIBAROV LUBOMIR A
IPC: F02C7/18
Filed: 2014-07-01
Abstract: A fluid cooling arrangement 22 in a gas turbine engine 10 for aerospace propulsion includes an inner structure 16 and an outer structure 18 defining a bypass flow path 18. At least one strut 14 operatively couples the inner structure 16 to the outer structure 18. At least one cooling tube 24 is formed within the strut 14, and is configured to cool a fluid passing through the cooling tube upon convective cooling of the strut 14 as air passes through the bypass flow path 18 and over the at least one strut 14. The strut may comprise an airfoil and have at least one cooling region disposed proximate an outer surface of the strut. The cooling region may be at least partially formed from a metal foam, a thermal coating, an aluminum alloy, an aluminum matrix composite or a beryllium matrix composite and have a thermal conductivity of 200-2000 W/m K.
Patent GB-2530533-A (GB)
Title: A method of processing a message received by a message server, and a message server
Inventor: JOHNSON PETER JOHN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2014-09-25
Abstract: A method of processing a message by a message server 2 (e.g. a stock quote decision making system) which comprises a query store 2d for storing query requests, value data for the query requests, and response time data for the query requests. The method comprises the steps of receiving a message, determining a query request from the message, and sending the query request to a query server 4a, 5a. A timeout period is determined from the response time data for the query request stored in the query store. In the case that no response to the query request is received within the timeout period, a value is determined from the value data for the query request stored in the query store. Alternatively, in the case that a response to the query request is received within the timeout period, a value is determined from the response, value data for the value is stored in the query store, and response time data for the period the response took to be received is stored in the query store. An action in response to the message is then determined using the value data.
Patent GB-2517113-A (GB)
Title: Method of pre-treating medical instruments
Inventor: DAWSON LAWRENCE RALPH
IPC: A61B19/02
Filed: 2013-09-13
Abstract: A method of pre-treating a contaminated medical instrument (50) that is to undergo decontamination involves inserting a distal tip of the instrument into a distal tip protector (1). The distal tip of the instrument is inserted through a rupturable resilient seal (9) into an internal cavity (11) of the protector that contains a fluid. The distal tip protector thereby maintains a fluid around the distal tip of the instrument until the distal tip protector is removed to allow reprocessing of the instrument to take place, facilitating decontamination of the instrument.
Patent GB-2535136-A (GB)
Title: Load restraint
Inventor: OLIVER BARBER
IPC: B60P7/08
Filed: 2014-12-05
Abstract: Load restraint for simultaneously securing and covering a load. The restraint comprises two straps 102a, 102b, being laterally spaced-apart and extending longitudinally between first and second ends of a net 100, formed of a first material, preferably webbing. First and second attachment points 108a, 108b are connected to the first and second side straps 102a, 102b and being provided at or near the first and second ends of the net respectively, and attach the restraint to a vehicle. A sheet 200 covers the load and is formed of a second material, preferably tarpaulin, being provided laterally between the first and second side straps, the sheet being coupled to the first and second side straps in such a way so as to allow longitudinal extension of the first and second side straps relative to the sheet when the net is tethered to a vehicle. The straps may pass through first and second sleeves in the sheet, which may be formed of a folded back portion of the sheet.
Patent GB-2522986-A (GB)
Title: Laparoscopic radiofrequency surgical device
Inventor: KARNIK ING LADISLAV
IPC: A61B18/14
Filed: 2014-12-10
Abstract: A radiofrequency laparoscopic surgical device comprising a body 1 forming a handle, a first tube 2 connected to the body 1, a second (shorter) tube 3 pivotally attached to the end of the first 2, and one or more needle electrodes 4 moveable between a protected and an operating position. The short tube 3 further has a drive mechanism 6, preferably in the form of a knob, for adjusting its angular position relative to the first tube 2. The drive mechanism 6 further preferably comprising a worm gear 11 connected to the short tube 3 by means of a short 12 and a long tow bar 13. It is also preferable that the movement of the needles 4 are operated by a second drive mechanism 7, preferably a knob. This second drive mechanism 7 may comprise a bevel gear 14 connected, via both a flexible coupling 16 and a rotary tow bar 15, to a screw 17 located in the short tube 3. Wherein actuation of the secondary drive mechanism 7 rotates the screw 17, thus driving a sliding nut 18 to which the needle electrodes 4 are fastened.
Patent GB-2535750-A (GB)
Title: Safety equipment for building operations
Inventor: KEITH STUART DYMOND
IPC: E04G21/32
Filed: 2015-02-26
Abstract: Safety apparatus 11 for use in building or renovation operations comprises a member 13 which can extend in length, at one or both ends 15A, 15B. It is fitted across an aperture to stop a worker falling inwards from outside the building or outwards from inside the building. The member may be fitted horizontally or vertically across the aperture or a plurality of members may be used for large apertures. Preferably, both ends 15A, 15B are extendable via left- and right-hand threads 16A, 16B respectively so that, by rotating the central section, both ends are advanced until the ends contact the opposite sides of the aperture.
Patent GB-2522157-A (GB)
Title: Electrochemical energy storage devices
Inventor: BRADWELL DAVID J
IPC: H01M4/02
Filed: 2013-10-15
Abstract: Provided herein are energy storage devices. In some cases, the energy storage devices are capable of being transported on a vehicle and storing a large amount of energy. An energy storage device is provided comprising at least one liquid metal electrode, an energy storage capacity of at least about 1 MWh and a response time less than or equal to about 100 milliseconds (ms).
Patent GB-2538996-A (GB)
Title: Selective electropolishing method, appartus and electrolyte
Inventor: Peter Benjamin Neill Scott
IPC: C25F7/00
Filed: 2015-06-02
Abstract: A method, apparatus and electrolyte for selective electropolishing is described. An electrolyte for use in selective electro-polishing is details where an acid, such as phosphoric acid and a sulphuric acid, are used in a water borne formulation with a silica based colloid as a gelling agent to ensure the appropriate viscosity of the electrolyte is used. The metallic workpiece acts as an anode for selective electropolishing an area of a surface of the workpiece, a spacer 18 is positioned on the workpiece 12. An electrolyte medium 12 is applied to a predetermined depth on the electropolishing area and in electrical contact with the anode workpiece 12, and a cover 12 that acts as a cathode positioned on the spacer 18 and in electrical contact with the electrolyte medium 20. A running current is applied with a power source 14 through the cathode cover 16, electrolyte medium 20 and anode workpiece 12 to selectively electropolish the workpiece 12 within the electropolishing area where the electrolyte medium is in contact with the workpiece surface.
Patent GB-2523513-A (GB)
Title: Visualization method and system based on quartile graph display data
Inventor: WANG MINGXING
IPC: G06T11/20
Filed: 2014-08-18
Abstract: The present invention provides a visualization method based on quartile graph display data, the method comprising: the step of defining a data grid (Gx) and determining the display scale of the X axis; the steps of data source configuration, scanning, and reading; the step of analyzing stored data and correcting the X axis to display the scale, and calculating the quartile of the data in each data grid (Gx) of each scale level; the step of using a quartile graph to display the data. By means of defining a data grid (Gx) to store data, the four display scales of the X axis being interchangeable, and using a quartile graph to display data, the present invention displays the distribution of two-dimensional data in extremely large-volume data or big data environments, and provides interactive functionality. The present invention also provides a visualization system based on quartile graph display data.
Patent GB-2530370-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for delivering chemicals to a well head
Inventor: PRINEPPI FRANK JOSEPH
IPC: E21B43/16
Filed: 2015-06-30
Abstract: A pump controller is claimed for electrical connection between a source of chemical supply 2 and a chemical injection pump 3 of the type having a reciprocating piston for delivering a quantity of chemical to a well head 1 after each compression stroke of the piston. The controller includes a pump activation switch means 10 operable to sequentially deliver activation current to the pump 3; a voltage sensor 11 between the pump 3 and the switch means 10 to extract DC voltage signals indicative of activation of the pump 3; an analogue-to-digital convertor 13 for converting the sensed DC voltage into digital format; digital signal processor 14 operative to differentiate DC stroke voltage signals from the sensed voltage signals, thereby to indicate the occurrence of each stroke of the pump; switch controller 10 programmed with pump parameters and target chemical delivery dosages to sequentially deliver activation current to the pump 3, measured or calculated from the digital DC stroke voltage signals and hence chemical delivery to the well via the injection pump at required intervals. The controller can also be used in a method where the current to the pump 3 is deactivated for a period of time to provide measured or calculated volumes of chemical to the well head via the injection pump 3. In an alternative embodiment a method of delivering a required amount of chemical to a well head from a chemical storage tank 2 involves disconnecting a chemical volume gauge from the tank, taking a reading of the gauge, actuating a pump and then taking another reading from the gauge.