baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2399909-A (GB)
Title: Multiplication of selectively partitioned binary inputs using booth encoding
Inventor: RUMYNIN DMITRIY
IPC: G06F7/52
Filed: 2004-03-12
Abstract: A digital circuit for generating Booth encoded output bits from a first binary input number, for use in a process including, in a selectable manner, either: multiplying together the first binary input number and a second binary input number, or multiplying together pairs of binary numbers smaller than the first or second binary input number, wherein the first and second binary input numbers are each partitioned into N parts with one binary number of each pair being a part of the first input number and the other binary number of each pair being a corresponding part of the second input number, the digital circuit comprising a Booth encoder having inputs for receiving a plurality of adjacent bits of the first binary input number, and an encoder control input for allowing selection between said multiplication of first and second binary input numbers and said multiplication of said pairs of binary numbers smaller than the first or second input number, the encoder being configured to encode said bits of the first binary input number in dependence on the encoder control input to generate Booth encoded outputs for use in selection of a partial product, the Booth encoder being for use with a selector having inputs for receiving a plurality of adjacent bits of the second binary input number, and for receiving the Booth encoded outputs from the encoder, the selector being configured to select a partial product bit according to the Booth encoded outputs and the bits of the second binary input number.
Patent GB-2401842-A (GB)
Title: Lane based automatic turn signal deactivation
Inventor: MADAU DINU PETRE
IPC: B60Q1/40
Filed: 2004-05-07
Abstract: An automatic turn signal deactivation system monitors and deactivates a turn signal indicator for a vehicle. A lane departure warning device compares a vehicle position with an originating roadway lane and provides a monitoring signal to a communication bus. A turn signal module activates the turn signal indicator under manual control and automatically deactivates the turn signal indicator in response to the monitoring signal when the monitoring signal received from the lane departure warning device over the communication bus indicates that a lane change manoeuvre is complete.
Patent GB-2402380-A (GB)
Title: A cap with retractable straps for palletised loads
Inventor: FACEY HUGH DAVID
IPC: B65D71/00
Filed: 2004-05-20
Abstract: A cap for use on a palletised load, the cap having straps <B>13</B> which are retractable into housings <B>11</B> at a pair or two pairs of opposite sides of the cap. There are hooks <B>14</B> on the free ends of the straps <B>13</B> for engagement with the underside of a pallet. Tensioning means are incorporated into the housing <B>11</B> for tightening the straps <B>13.</B> Each tensioning means comprises a slotted crossbar <B>37</B> through which a strap <B>13</B> passes, a pivoted lever <B>19</B> and a linkage <B>39</B> between the lever <B>19</B> and the crossbar <B>37</B> such that movement of the lever <B>19</B> causes rotation of the slotted crossbar <B>37</B> to wind the strap <B>13</B> round the crossbar <B>37</B>, thus enabling tension to be developed in the strapping <B>13,</B> together with a manually releasable spring loaded latch <B>101</B> for securing the strapping <B>13</B> in tension. Also disclosed is a cassette <B>12</B> for incorporation into the cap, the housing <B>11</B> containing the strap <B>13</B>, slotted crossbar <B>37</B> and tensioning means as described above.
Patent GB-2405114-A (GB)
Title: Tool receptacle, in particular a quick-change clamping chuck
Inventor: KARPF MANFRED
IPC: B25F5/00
Filed: 2004-07-27
Abstract: A tool receptacle, in particular a quick-change clamping chuck, particularly for motor-operated hand-held machine tools 10, in particular screwdrivers, drills or the like, has a holding sleeve 21 with a locking arrangement 22 for detachably locking a tool which can be received in said holding sleeve 21. The holding sleeve 21 with the locking arrangement 22 is encompassed, on the outside, by an external protective arrangement 40 which masks their outer faces in a protective manner and which offers protection for the said outer faces as well as for components that come into contact therewith. The tool receptacle 20 is thereby protected against damage, any components that come into contact therewith also being likewise protected against being damaged by said tool receptacle 20.
Patent GB-2417352-A (GB)
Title: Electronic voting method
Inventor: NIKISHIN NIKOLAI ALEXANDROVICH
IPC: G07C13/00
Filed: 2004-08-18
Abstract: An electronic voting method which improves reliability of voting results by preventing abuse by each of the parties in the voting process. The method uses network-coupled computer equipment installed at the voters' and at the voting station for the election manager. To cast a vote, a voter completes an electronic voting ballot, signs the ballot with the voter's electronic digital signature (EDS) and sends the ballot to the voting station. After verifying the EDS at the ballot, a receipt signed by the election manager's EDS is sent to the voter from the voting station. The receipt contains the voter's full name, voting result and assigned unique personal identifier (UPI). The voter responds by sending an acknowledgement signed with the voter's EDS to confirm correctness of the information contained in the receipt. Two registers are generated: a register of electronic voting results with an indication of voter's UPIs, and a register of names of the voters having taken part in the electronic voting. Both registers are published after closing the voting.
Patent GB-2402785-A (GB)
Title: Processor switching between secure and non-secure modes
Inventor: WATT SIMON CHARLES
IPC: H04L69/14
Filed: 2003-10-27
Abstract: There is a provided a data processing system comprising: a processor operable in a plurality of modes and either a secure domain or a non-secure domain including: at least one secure mode being a mode in said domain; at least one non-secure mode being a mode in said non-secure domain; and a monitor mode, wherein when said processor is executing a program in a secure mode said program has access to secure data which in not accessible when said processor is operating in a non-secure mode; and switching between said secure mode and said non-secure mode takes place via said monitor mode, said processor being operable at least partially in said monitor mode to execute a monitor program to manage switching between said secure mode and said non-secure mode.
Patent GB-2419436-A (GB)
Title: Extensible object-modelling mechanism
Inventor: GABRIEL JAMES ANDREW
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2004-10-25
Abstract: An XML management system, comprising: a repository configured to store a manipulable object model capable of representing metadata about objects in a user's computing environment; user accessible means for manipulating said object model to modify properties of objects thus represented; and means for extending said object model to handle a new type of object by automatically generating descendent class(es) that are able to handle the new object within the object model and incorporating them into an XML management system runtime environment for participation in the object modelling process.
Patent GB-2405021-A (GB)
Title: Gaming device having a bonus scheme
Inventor: BAERLOCHER ANTHONY J
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2003-05-28
Abstract: A gaming device having a bonus game including a preliminary award generated as an outcome of the bonus game and a plurality of different alternative ending sequences for the bonus game. After said preliminary award is generated, one of said alternative ending sequences is randomly selected to display to the player and the game employs such alternative ending sequence to determine a final award to provide to the player based on the preliminary award and the selected alternative ending sequence.
Patent GB-2424544-A (GB)
Title: Wireless Relay
Inventor: HAINES RUSSELL JOHN
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2005-03-23
Abstract: The present invention relates to wireless relay devices which allow a number of separate wireless networks to operate as a single network by linking the separate wireless networks using relays communicating over a power line. This allows the communication power and range of devices in the network to be reduced whilst still allowing distant devices to communicate with each other. This helps to improve throughput and security of the system as well as allowing greater frequency reuse within a given area whilst reducing power consumption of individual devices. The system also provides a method for assisting a user in locating a relay device to maximise the benefit of the invention.
Patent GB-2424726-A (GB)
Title: Management of computer based assets
Inventor: PLAQUIN DAVID
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2005-03-31
Abstract: When a computer based asset 100 of an enterprise 120 is deployed, credentials 102 for accessing resources of the enterprise are set within a trusted component 101 of the asset. The enterprise includes an access gateway 125, an AAA (Authentication, Authorization and Accounting) server 140 and an enterprise directory maintained by a Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) server 150. Data on the computer based asset is added to an LDAP directory database 151 and an entry is made in an asset database 152 which is maintained in dependence on an asset management policy (see figure 3). Requests by the asset for accessing remote resources, e.g. a RAID system 160 of the enterprise, are authenticated on the basis of the asset credentials and the data held in the databases. If an asset such as a sales laptop is stolen or is decommissioned, its entry in the asset database can be removed or flagged as inactive to prevent it from accessing resources. Auditing and/or maintenance policies, e.g. policies on software updates, can be enforced by expiring access rights associated with the asset (see figure 4).
Patent GB-2428862-A (GB)
Title: Joint mechanism for foldable guitar
Inventor: HATTERSLEY KENNETH ROBERT
IPC: E05D1/00
Filed: 2005-08-01
Abstract: A rotating joint or hinge mechanism (5, 14, 16) with particular benefit to musical instruments such as guitars, connecting a neck (3) to a body (2) of the instrument to permit the neck to be folded to achieve a compact size e.g. for travel. The mechanism has no physical axles, using telescoping rings (18, 19) to form a robust rotating joint that allows precise alignment of the neck and when folded, maintains the string tension so that the instrument is quickly redeployed for playing, without lengthy re-tuning. A first clamp (13) secures the neck (3) to the body (2) when the instrument is in a playing position and when released, allows the neck to be folded. A string tension keeper (12) clamps the strings against the joint body when the neck is folded, using a second securing clamp, with an interlock for correct operation by the user.
Patent GB-2417582-A (GB)
Title: A single instruction multiple data (SIMD) cell controlled by a configurable very long instruction word (VLIW) controller via a reconfigurable fabric
Inventor: RAMESH TIRUMALE K
IPC: G06F15/80
Filed: 2005-08-12
Abstract: A single instruction multiple data (SIMD) cell is controlled by a configurable very long instruction word (CVLIW) controller 106 via a reconfigurable fabric. The SIMD cell and fabric may be in the SIMD processing element cell and reconfigurable control and communication fabric (SPEC and RCCF) module 108. 106 and 108 may be implemented in a field programmable gate array (FPGA).
Patent GB-2424841-A (GB)
Title: A golf club head having a bridge member and a weight positioning system
Inventor: STITES JOHN THOMAS
IPC: A63B53/04
Filed: 2004-12-21
Abstract: A golf club head (14, 94, 134, 164, 174) is disclosed that includes a weight (38, 62, 128, 138, 160, 162, 170, 172) integral to a bridge member (34, 91, 131, 163) extending across a cavity back golf club head. The weight (38, 62, 128, 138, 160, 162, 170, 172) modifies a position of a center of gravity of the golf club head (14, 94, 134, 164, 174). The weight (38, 62, 128, 138, 160, 162, 170, 172) is independently movable in multiple directions to further vary the center of gravity of a golf club head (14, 94, 134, 164, 174).
Patent GB-2429748-A (GB)
Title: Lock cylinder protection assembly
Inventor: CHARNLEY JOHN CLIFFORD
IPC: E05B9/08
Filed: 2006-09-01
Abstract: In order to prevent removal of the lock cylinder from a door, either forwardly through a handle plate 22 or rearwardly through a lock casing 16, a shroud. 30 is mounted on the lock cylinder 2. The shroud 30 comprises an aperture that is shaped to receive the lock cylinder 2 throughout its length, and the shroud 30 acts as extra material to increase the dimensions of the lock cylinder 2. The shroud 30 comprises bores 32 formed on each side and adapted to receive a screw 34. In order to fit the shroud 30, the shroud 30 is placed over the lock cylinder 2 and a drill or milling tool is used to drill a small blind hole in the side of the lock cylinder 2. Flat ended screws 34 are then screwed into the holes.
Patent GB-2432725-A (GB)
Title: A cooling system with a discrete thermally conductive path between a superconductive coil and a cryogenic circuit
Inventor: HUANG XIANRUI
IPC: H01F6/04
Filed: 2006-11-27
Abstract: A cooling system 202 for a superconducting device comprises a superconducting coil 204 and cryogenic cooling circuit 206 support arrangement 208. The support arrangement 208 includes a thermally conductive coupler 702 which provides a discrete thermal path between a superconductive coil 204 and a cryogenic cooling circuit 206. Also disclosed is a process which comprises limiting the amount of metal associated with a superconductive coil and cooling circuit support arrangement to one or more discrete paths that thermally couples a superconductive coil 204 with a cryogenic cooling circuit 206. The above cooling system and process may reduce the amount of metal members used in such a device thereby reducing the power lost to unwanted heat arising due to eddy currents in metal members when such a device is operating with alternating current magnetic field conditions. The flow of liquid helium in the cryogenic cooling circuit may be arranged to avoid a helium vapour lock. The cooling system or process may be used in a superconducting transformer, generator, motor, magnet energy store (SMES) or a magnetic resonance (NMR, MRI) system.
Patent GB-2436202-A (GB)
Title: Tile cutter
Inventor: LI JIANGNAN
IPC: B23D47/02
Filed: 2006-12-21
Abstract: A tile cutter comprises a frame 2, a saw unit 3 mounted on the frame 2 and a work table assembly comprising first 51, second 52 and third 53 work tables with coplanar support surfaces. The second work table 52 is slidably mounted on a rail 4 which is fixed to the frame 2 and lies parallel to the cutting direction of the saw unit 3. The first 51 and third 53 work tables are slidably mounted on opposite sides 523 & 524 of the second work table 52, these sides 523 & 524 lying perpendicularly to the direction of the rail 4. The first 51 and third 53 work tables are connected to the second work 52 table by means of slide bars 511. The position of the first work table 51 may be fixed relative to the second work table 52 by means of a locking device 7.
Patent GB-2435853-A (GB)
Title: Manufacturing number plates
Inventor: HURSON PEADER
IPC: B60R13/10
Filed: 2007-01-31
Abstract: Number plate components are manufactured by providing an oversized number plate blank and an oversized reflective layer, assembling the component parts together in substantial registry and removing the oversized edges off the assembled number plate components (71) to provide substantially exact size assembled number plate components (71). A moulding tool (31) having a central cavity (32) for forming an oversized number plate blank having a normal thickness blank and a reduced thickness flange (73) comprises a central cavity (32), a continuous groove (33) extending around the perimeter of the central cavity (32) and opening into the central cavity (32). A punch and die arrangement (1) comprises a die (3) adapted for receiving oversized number plate components (71) so that operation of the punch (2) removes the oversized edges of the oversized number plate components (71).
Patent GB-2432320-A (GB)
Title: Control unit generating a varying frequency AC signal for wound dressing electrodes
Inventor: CHAPMAN-JONES DAVID JOHN
IPC: A61F13/00
Filed: 2003-09-30
Abstract: A control unit comprises a housing containing circuitry for generating a signal current suitable for use with a dressing for treating damaged tissue that incorporates a pair of electrodes (fig. 1). The control unit varies the frequency between 10 and 900 Hertz. The amplitude may also be varied between 50 and 500 micro amps.
Patent GB-2435762-A (GB)
Title: Progressive alert indications in a communication device
Inventor: WILLE DANIEL J
IPC: H04B1/38
Filed: 2005-10-20
Abstract: A communication device and method for providing progressive alert indications includes a first step of storing (100) at least one alert indication in the communication device. The alert indication can include ring tones, vibrations, and lights. A next step includes detecting (102) an incoming call to the communication device. A next step includes generating (104) a progression of alert indications wherein each alert indication in the progression is different from the previous alert indication. The progression can include escalating loudness, repetitions, vibrations, lighting, or provide different ring tones. A next step includes terminating (106) the progressive alert indications upon reaching a predefined maximum number of alerts and repeating the last alert indication for all subsequent alert indications.
Patent GB-2438324-A (GB)
Title: Mobile phone with a stethoscope
Inventor: LEE BYUNG HOON
IPC: H04B1/40
Filed: 2005-11-10
Abstract: Disclosed herein is a mobile phone with a stethoscopic function. The mobile phone with a stethoscopic function, of which the mobile phone has communication data processing functions, comprises a stethoscopic microphone which is arranged in a body of the mobile phone; and a stethoscopic system which is embedded in the body of the mobile phone. The auscultated sound data obtained from the medical examination made on the part of a human body where the stethoscopic microphone is contacted are converted into digital auscultated sound data. The digital auscultated sound data identifies corresponding sound data in the pre-stored standardized digital auscultating sound data through search and comparison within allowable errors of data. With the identified data, a diagnostic data is made available. The diagnostic data is outputted and displayed as visible characters, waveforms or pictures on the monitor of the mobile phone, and is audible as sounds through a speaker in the mobile phone. The diagnostic data may be stored and transmitted to a physician using the communication function of the mobile phone.
Patent GB-2436497-A (GB)
Title: Method for loading/unloading a support vessel by an offshore installation
Inventor: EIKEN TRYGVE
IPC: B63B35/00
Filed: 2003-04-10
Abstract: A method for loading/unloading a support vessel 1 by an offshore installation is disclosed in which the vessel is brought up to a docking area of the installation with the bow section 3 leading. With the use of loading/unloading equipment 21, 22 on the vessel and on the installation the loads and/or cargo are then loaded/unloaded, thereafter the vessel is backed away from the installation. During the loading/unloading operation the crew may position themselves in a protected area in the bow of the vessel.
Patent GB-2452979-A (GB)
Title: Tile Insertion System comprising wall grid and tile assembly template
Inventor: LIMA GEORGE
IPC: E04F13/08
Filed: 2007-09-22
Abstract: The tiling system comprises a grid permanently fixed to a wall, a tile assembly unit and tiles. In use tiles are inserted into the tile assembly unit, which is subsequently affixed to the wall grid. The tile assembly unit preferably has bays to receive each tile. The wall grid preferably comprises aluminium, or alternatively a strong flexible plastic and may be fastened to the wall with screws. It preferably comprises bars which cooperate with fastenings on the assembly unit. A back panel is preferably affixed to the rear of the assembly unit once it is filled with tiles. The back panel preferably has hooks (figure 3) to connect the unit to the bars of the grid. The assembly unit may have a membrane which prevents tiles from moving and provides sealed edges. The tiles are thinner than normal with a tapered edge (fig 2), they may further contain thin aluminium plates for extra strength. The gaps between the tiles are filled with a permanent silicon insert (fig 5). Handles may be provided for lifting the assembly unit. Once all assembly units are mounted, gaps between them are filled with a strip of silicon for waterproofing purposes. In use, the system allows for easy disassembly and removal of tiles without damage to underlying plaster.
Patent GB-2450568-A (GB)
Title: Arrangement for securing an object to a surface
Inventor: SAWDY MICHAEL
IPC: B60N2/015
Filed: 2007-10-10
Abstract: A retaining arrangement for securing an object such as a vehicle seat to a surface 2, comprising a retaining element 6 which is moveable between a stowed position (fig. 1) in which the retaining element 6 is substantially level with, or below, the level of the surface, and a retaining position (fig. 2) in which the retaining element 6 protrudes from the surface. The element 6 has a main portion 10 and a wider top portion 8 with at least one face 9 directed at least partially downwards. It can be retained in the stowed position by a latch engaging a slot in the main portion 10 and spring-urged to the retaining position. An attachment 34 locates on the underside of the object and has a slot 37 defined between members 38 and 39 to receive the retaining element 6. A pivoted clamping arm 44 can be pivoted by the action of a handle 52 so that face 47 urges the member 39 into clamping engagement with the element 6.
Patent GB-2453742-A (GB)
Title: Sacrificial anode for a vehicle wheel
Inventor: NICHOLS PAUL IAN
IPC: B60B3/00
Filed: 2007-10-16
Abstract: A vehicle wheel includes a sacrificial anode 50 to improve corrosion resistance. The anode 50 comprises a cylinder which is retained upon a fastener such as a wheel nut 10 or bolt and contacts the vehicle wheel.
Patent GB-2456749-A (GB)
Title: Network design processing device and method and program therefor
Inventor: YAMAZAKI TOSHIYA
IPC: G06F17/50
Filed: 2005-04-25
Abstract: In a network design processing device (1), a network drawing creation processing unit (10) inputs the service communication setting information for business execution in a network system to be designed and the maintenance communication setting information for maintenance management of the network system, while differentiating the two types of information on a network diagram, and displays the line joining the starting point and the ending point of communications in the network diagram in display modes different for the service communications and for the maintenance communications. The design diagram data expressing the network diagram inputted by the network diagram creation processing unit (10) is stored in a design diagram data storage unit(12). Based on this, a design diagram data analysis unit (13) creates a design information DB (14). With reference to this design information DB (14), a communication setting information check unit (16) detects a setting error concerning the communication.