baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2518677-A (GB)
Title: Tape storage medium
Inventor: CHERUBINI GIOVANNI
IPC: G11B5/584
Filed: 2013-09-30
Abstract: A tape storage medium comprises at least one data band comprising a set of data sub-bands DSB1-11 adjacent to each other. Each data sub-band contains a set of data tracks along a longitudinal extension x of the tape and adjacent to each other. Each data sub-band of the set comprises a pair of servo tracks ST1, ST2 for determining positional information. The set of data tracks of each data sub-band is arranged between the servo tracks of the pair. Every N-th data sub-band forms a reference data sub-band having servo patterns SP1, SP2, SP3 that are distinct from each other and the servo tracks of the N-1 data sub-bands arranged between reference data sub-bands have servo patterns SP4, SP5 that are distinct from the servo patterns in the reference data sub-bands. Writing data to the tape includes writing a first data sub-band and a pair of servo tracks adjacent to a preformatted servo band and writing further data sub-bands and pairs of servo tracks adjacent to the previously written data sub-band.
Patent GB-2521123-A (GB)
Title: Signage device
Inventor: MACLAINE JASON DEAN
IPC: G09F7/18
Filed: 2013-11-28
Abstract: The present invention comprises at least a first display unit 303, comprising an enclosure 305 for receiving an article of signage. At least one flexible mounting element comprising a substantially planar strap 317, 319 is configured for releasably mounting the display unit to a structure. A second display unit 333 may also be provided, comprising a second enclosure 335. Where two display units are provided, a central rib may be positioned centrally there between comprising a flexible rod (529, figure 6). Locking element (560, figure 6) may also be provided, engaging with notches (563, 565, 567, 569, figure 6) to lock the two display units at a desired angle. The signage device is particularly suitable for use as an estate agents sale board and may be readily attached to a window.
Patent GB-2510305-A (GB)
Title: Enhanced power savings for memory arrays
Inventor: DENGLER OSAMA
IPC: G11C7/12
Filed: 2012-12-07
Abstract: A memory array is provided that comprises a plurality of global bit lines such that each bit line is coupled to a plurality of memory cells. The memory array further comprises a plurality of precharge logic such that each precharge logic is coupled to an associated global bit line in the plurality of global bit lines. Identification logic in the memory array is coupled to the plurality of precharge logic. The identification logic provides a precharge enable signal to a subset of the plurality of precharge logic on each clock cycle such that the subset of precharge logic precharges its associated subset of global bit lines to a voltage level of a voltage source, thereby reducing the power consumption of the memory array.
Patent GB-2526603-A (GB)
Title: An antiseptic delivery device
Inventor: FOLEY GLENN
IPC: A61M35/00
Filed: 2014-05-29
Abstract: This invention relates to an antiseptic delivery device 31. The antiseptic delivery device 31 comprises a dome-shaped body 3 having a charging aperture 9 adjacent the apex of the dome-shaped body 3. The charging aperture 9 is dimensioned to receive a nozzle 45 of an antiseptic fluid dispenser 39 e.g. syringe, and the charging aperture 9 has an engagement member 47, such as a threaded portion, for sealing engagement of a complementary engagement member of the nozzle 45 of the antiseptic fluid dispenser 39. The use of the antiseptic delivery device 31 will ensure an even application of antiseptic fluid onto the anatomical target and will obviate the possibility of the equipment tray being contaminated through spatter of antiseptic fluid thereon.
Patent GB-2527566-A (GB)
Title: Hand press
Inventor: SMITH ANDREW
IPC: B30B1/24
Filed: 2014-06-26
Abstract: A hand press for the installation of a captive fastener such as a self-clinching fastener includes a linear actuator comprises a rack and a pinion 16, 18. A lever mechanism 12 comprising a torque wrench is configured to rotate the pinion. The torque wrench may be adjustable and a torque multiplier 20 may be inserted between the torque wrench and the pinion. The press may include a rotatable anvil holder 24 for multiple anvils and which has a detent arrangement. The rack position may be adjusted using a hand-wheel 14
Patent GB-2511996-A (GB)
Title: Bayonet connectors suitable for connecting filter cartridges to respirators
Inventor: BAKER TROY
IPC: A61M39/10
Filed: 2014-07-03
Abstract: A bayonet connector for respiratory mask comprising a male part 112 and a female part 128, the male part 114 comprising a tube having at least two radially extending lugs 130, 132 formed on its outer sidewall adapted to engage with the first and second engaging ribs 136,138 located on an interior sidewall of the female part 128, characterised by the radially extending lugs 130,132 and the engaging ribs being located at different axial positions 136,138. In an alternative arrangement the female part may comprises a tube having at least two inwardly radially extending lugs.
Patent GB-2513771-A (GB)
Title: Breast cancer diagnosis and indicaton marker
Inventor: WANG TAO
IPC: G01N33/574
Filed: 2012-01-09
Abstract: Provided are applications of CST4 gene, of the mRNA of CST4 gene, of the cDNA of CST4 gene spliceosome, of a amplicon corresponding to a CST4-specific primer, of CST4 gene-encoded Cystatin-S protein, and of the epitope-peptide of Cystatin-S protein in preparing a breast cancer diagnosis and indication marker. Same is applicable in the diagnosis, dynamic monitoring, and prognosis of breast cancer.
Patent GB-2519646-A (GB)
Title: Image forming apparatus, control method, and storage medium
Inventor: TAKAHASHI SHUHEI
IPC: G03G15/08
Filed: 2014-08-27
Abstract: A method for controlling an image forming apparatus having a sensor (504, Fig.3) configured to detect an amount of recording material remaining in a containing unit (509, Fig.3). The method includes calculating a consumed amount of the recording material consumed in the printing when the printing unit performs the printing S116; correcting the consumed amount of the recording material calculated in the calculating S117; predicting the amount of the recording material remaining in the containing unit based on the consumed amount of the recording material corrected in the correcting S109; and storing the remaining amount of the recording material predicted in the predicting in the storage unit S118. The method further includes in the correcting step, a predetermined amount S302 is added to the consumed amount of the recording material calculated in the calculating when the remaining amount of the recording material stored in the storage unit is larger than the remaining amount of the recording material detected by the sensor (504, Fig.3). There is also provided an image forming apparatus for performing the above method.
Patent GB-2516795-A (GB)
Title: Polymer matrix with target binding site for creatinine and derivatives thereof, its preparation and uses
Inventor: ATHIKOMRATTANAKUL UMPORN
IPC: G01N33/545
Filed: 2012-11-16
Abstract: This invention provides a polymer matrix with target binding site and methods for preparing the same. This invention further provides uses of the polymer matrix in the separation or extraction of creatinine from complex mixtures, and in methods, kits and devices for detecting creatinine content in samples.
Patent GB-2520648-A (GB)
Title: Power generator using electric furnace
Inventor: SEO YOUNG HO
IPC: F27B3/08
Filed: 2013-05-24
Abstract: The present invention relates to a power generator using an electric furnace and, more particularly, to a power generator using an electric furnace which generates steam by boiling water in the electric furnace using electricity and then generates power by operating a turbine using said steam. The power generator using an electric furnace according to the present invention includes the electric furnace, a steam pipe, the turbine, a power generator, a condenser, and a superheater. The electric furnace boils water to generate steam. The steam pipe guides the steam discharged from the electric furnace. The turbine is arranged at the outlet of the steam pipe and is operated by the steam. The power generator is operated by the turbine and generates electricity. The condenser condenses the steam discharged after the turbine is operated. The superheater superheats the condensate condensed in the condenser so as to supply the condensate to the electric furnace. According to the present invention, electricity can be generated by boiling water in the electric furnace and generating steam using midnight electric power. Accordingly, power can be generated without causing the problems of pollution and environmental destruction occurring in thermal power generation and nuclear power generation.
Patent GB-2526684-A (GB)
Title: Ceramic-backed elbow
Inventor: ALLISON TODD N
IPC: F16L57/06
Filed: 2015-04-24
Abstract: In a fluid material handling system, a pipe bend is reinforced with exterior tiles 6, which may be ceramic. The pipe bend may further include a chamber 5 in which fluent material is deflected. Also disclosed is a corresponding method of making the fluid material handling system featuring the reinforced pipe bend. The pipe bend with reinforcement tiles may subsequently be further coated in a resistance material. The pipe bend may provide reinforcement against leakage, for fluid material handling systems carrying abrasive material.
Patent GB-2532811-A (GB)
Title: Anti-Perspirant Glove
Inventor: JOHN ARTHUR TAYLOR
IPC: D06M23/00
Filed: 2015-04-30
Abstract: A method of making garment material comprising the steps of a) Fitting a substrate to a mould b) Applying a coagulant to the substrate and then a layer of foam polymeric material c) Allowing some of the foam to coagulate for a controlled period such that the foam nearest the substrate coagulates and the outer foam part does not coagulate d) Removing uncoagulated foam before a film skin forms e) Removing the garment material comprising substrate and coagulated foam from the mould Wherein before and/or after step c) one or more bonding agents and one or more dressing compounds are applied to the garment material such that the dressing compounds are bonded to the garment material surface. The bonding agents may be applied before and/or at the same time as the dressing compounds. Bonding agents may be liquids or solutions comprising one or more or polyvinyl alcohol, polyurethane, nitrile rubber, styrene butadiene and ethylene vinyl acetate. The dressing compounds may be applied as a liquid composition comprising one or more compounds with an antiperspirant and/or cooling effect, preferably essential oils. The substrate may comprise knitted nylon or a nylon and spandex (elastomeric polyurethane) blend. The coagulant may be an aqueous or acid solution of one or more electrolytes and the polymeric foam may be one or more of nitrile latex, natural latex, polyurethane latex, polyvinyl chloride latex, neoprene and polyvinylacetate. Also included are claims to a garment material comprising a substrate, a coagulated polymeric foam layer and one or more dressing compounds bound to the substrate and/or coagulated layer by a bonding agent.
Patent GB-2524428-A (GB)
Title: Electric and mechanical stretching apparatus for movable sofa
Inventor: HUANG BRUCE
IPC: A47C20/08
Filed: 2014-04-16
Abstract: An electric and mechanical stretching apparatus for a movable sofa consists of a mechanical stretching apparatus and an electric apparatus. An electric connection rod (8) is disposed on the mechanical stretching apparatus. The electric apparatus consists of a motor (6), a motor connection pipe (2), a motor movement slide block (5), and a motor head fixing element (7). The motor (6) is a guide rail motor. The motor movement slide block (5) is mounted on a guide rail of the motor (6). A motor head is rotationally connected to the motor head fixing element (7) fixed on the electric connection rod (8) by means of a second rotating shaft (4). The motor connection pipe (2) is rotationally connected to the motor movement slide block (5) by means of a first rotating shaft (1). The motor connection pipe (2) is fixed on the mechanical stretching apparatus. The motor connection pipe (2) is fixed on a linkage element (3) of the mechanical stretching apparatus. The first rotating shaft (1) and the second rotating shaft (4) are both bolts. The electric and mechanical stretching apparatus for a movable sofa changes a conventional electric driving mode, which helps to improve the mounting, dismantling, maintaining and operating efficiencies of the electric apparatus for the movable sofa, and improve the automatic degree and the comfort of the sofa.
Patent GB-2541710-A (GB)
Title: Locating train events on a railway network
Inventor: TOSHIAKI KONO
IPC: B61L27/00
Filed: 2015-08-27
Abstract: An event report is received for train A operated on a railway network 12, the report imputing a location. An alternative event location is specified to be a reference point location adjusted by an adjustment vector. The reference point is one of multiple network reference points specified in a database, each having a location and type. It is identified as being of a type associated with the event and at a location which satisfies a distance threshold criterion relative to the imputed location. The reference point may be railway infrastructure (e.g. a signal, station, switch, points, track section, neutral section, bridge, tunnel, third rail or high speed, speed restriction or stopping location, etc) or another train event (e.g. electrical or mechanical noise, braking or operation of a horn, door operation or a circuit break). The event may be displayed at the adjusted relative position to shows its relationship to the related infrastructure or event.
Patent GB-2541750-A (GB)
Title: Stoma protector
Inventor: FRASER HARVIE
IPC: A61F5/445
Filed: 2015-08-31
Abstract: The invention provides a temporary device which absorbs secreted material while protecting a stoma from impact, thus preventing soiling and irritation to the stoma tissue and peristomal skin. The temporary stoma protector 201 may be applied prior to applying an ostomy pouch, for example after bathing or during changing of a pouch. It comprises an elongate body 203 having a lumen which receives the stoma, an absorbent layer 207, and a protective layer 205. The protecting layer and absorbent layer may be provided by a single layer, or the absorbent layer may fulfil both absorbent and protecting functions. There is also described: a method of using the stoma protector by temporarily placing the stoma protector over a stoma; a sheet of material or multi-laminate which may be joined at its ends 222 to form a stoma protector; and methods of producing a stoma protector according to the invention.
Patent GB-2531900-A (GB)
Title: Lock cylinder mechanism capable of preventing violent damage
Inventor: JUXIANG XU
IPC: E05B17/20
Filed: 2015-09-03
Abstract: Cylinder lock comprising left and right rotatable cylinder shafts 4, 5 in bodies 1, 2 connected by rod 3; each cylinder having an axially slidable and rotatable transmission member 7, 8 with cylinder joint end 10 and cam end 9a for rotating cylinder cam 6; each transmission block biased by spring 11 with a third spring 12 between the transmission members. The left transmission member 7 which may be positioned on the exterior side of a door includes a pivotal blocking member 9b hingedly mounted at 17, 18 and normally located within a sleeve 14 located within left side of hollow cam 6. During normal operation the blocking member is retained within the sleeve during axial movement to engage and disengage with cam 6. If the left, e.g. exterior side, cylinder is snapped off then transmission member 7 is pushed left releasing blocking member 9b from the sleeve which pivots under gravity and abuts a lip of sleeve and no can no longer engage to drive cam 6 preventing exterior manipulation (fig.5).
Patent GB-2532331-A (GB)
Title: Methods and systems for calibrating user devices
Inventor: CAMRON SHIMY
IPC: H04N21/422
Filed: 2015-09-22
Abstract: Calibrating of a user device (e.g. media guidance application) by monitoring a first input type (e.g. voice controls, motion control, and biometric (brain) activity) for a command, receiving a first input attempt to issue the command that does not trigger the command, receiving a second input attempt to issue the command using a second input type (e.g. keyboard) and in response to receiving the second attempt recalibrating the user device such that subsequent receipt of the first user input of the first input type the command is triggered. Thus for example, in response to erroneously detecting (or failing to detect) a user input of a first type, the media guidance application may re-calibrate the user device based on subsequent corrective inputs issued using a second input type such that future user inputs of the first type will not be erroneously detected (or fail to be detected).
Patent GB-2543479-A (GB)
Title: Rating multimedia content
Inventor: BRIAN WERNHAM
IPC: G06Q10/06
Filed: 2015-09-24
Abstract: The present application relates to a method of collaboratively rating multimedia content items 130 for a Massive Online Open Course (MOOC) such as those used for distance and distributed learning. The content items are accessed by users through an interface 110 which acquires rating information associated with the content items. A rating module 150 is arranged to generate rating data indicative of the rating information of the content items. A determination module 160 is arranged to determine a subset of multimedia content items on the basis of the rating data.
Patent GB-2536321-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to morphing tubulars
Inventor: NEIL THOMSON
IPC: F15B3/00
Filed: 2015-09-30
Abstract: A pressure intensifier 10 for morphing tubulars downhole. An elongate mandrel 22 defines an inner bore, being co-axially located within an elongate hollow outer cylindrical body 18 to form a co-axial annular bore 20. Pistons 40 are mounted upon the mandrel with each piston having an annular fluid facing face extending across the annular bore, with fluid communication 44 between the inner bore and the annular bore to act upon each face. Stops 48 are located on an inner surface of the outer cylindrical body to limit travel of each piston. A morph fluid 52 is located in the annular bore between an opposing face of a first piston and a first stop, with the first stop having delivery ports 54to deliver the morph fluid at a greater pressure than the pressure of fluid delivered through the inner bore.
Patent GB-2545004-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for machining objects
Inventor: DANIEL CLARK
IPC: G01N29/07
Filed: 2015-12-03
Abstract: A method of inspecting an object comprises: receiving a signal from an ultrasonic transducer; determining at least a first external surface of the object and a second internal surface of the object in the received signal; determining a thickness between the surfaces, the object comprising a first material and a second material. The determination of the thickness uses a database including a plurality of materials and a plurality of associated acoustic wave velocities. A method of machining an object comprises performing all of the above steps, and then controlling machining of the first external surface using the determined thickness. The method of machining may further comprise determining the third surface (which may be an external or internal surface) of the object in the received signal, and determining the thickness using the database. The database may also comprise temperatures for some of the materials, associated with the acoustic wave velocities. The temperature of the object may be sensed and an acoustic wave velocity may be selected using the sensed temperature to determine the thickness between the first external surface and the second internal surface.
Patent GB-2549463-A (GB)
Title: Wearable sports sensor
Inventor: FLORIN STROIESCU
IPC: A63B71/06
Filed: 2016-04-13
Abstract: Wearable sports sensor for determining impact parameters comprising: a first sensor configured to measure kinematics variables relating to acceleration, rotation and orientation of the wearable sports sensor; and a second sensor comprising a plurality of electrodes arranged as a grid of electrodes and configured to sense impact variables comprising location, contact area, magnitude and direction of the impact and wherein the impact variables are sensed based on a variance of an electrical parameter across the grid. Determining the impact parameters is based on a combination of the measured kinematics variables and sensed impact variables. The sports sensor can further include an accelerometer, a gyroscope and a magnetometer. Also disclosed is an impact sensor with a pair of sensor grids 1, 3 arranged on either side of a lamina 2, and an alternative impact sensor comprising piezoelectric elements (16; Fig 5) positioned between a first and a second lamina (Fig 5; 15).
Patent GB-2539545-A (GB)
Title: An injector
Inventor: KENNETH DELANEY
IPC: F16L37/28
Filed: 2016-04-18
Abstract: A valve injector 10 comprises a body 12 defining a fluid conduit 14. The fluid conduit 14 accommodates first, second and third checks 16, 18, 20. The first check 16 is located within the fluid conduit 14 towards a first end 10a of the injector 10, the second check 18 is located towards a second end 10b of the injector 10, distal from the first end 10a, and the third check 20 is located between the first and second checks 16, 18. Each check can be biased against a first, second and third seat 42, 64, 46, by respective first, second and third biasing members 220, 240, 260. These biasing members 220, 240, 260 can be overcome by the application of a predetermined pressure against the biasing force, to move the respective checks 16, 18, 20 away from their seat 42, 64, 46 to unblock the fluid conduit 14. The body 12 can be formed from two separate sections 22, 24 connected together such that the two sections 22, 24 are movable longitudinally with respect to each other.
Patent GB-2552672-A (GB)
Title: SCR doser spray atomization
Inventor: Simon R Panteny
IPC: B05B1/30
Filed: 2016-08-02
Abstract: A selective catalytic reduction (SCR) doser 10, is adapted to spray a reagent into a tailpipe of an internal combustion engine, said doser 10 having a body 12, in which is arranged a valve member 16, which is adapted to open or to close a valve seat 18, arranged on an inner face 24 of a transverse wall 20 of the body. The said valve seat 18 controlling an outlet opening 22. The SCR doser 10 is further provided with a cavity C1 arranged in said outlet passage 22, the said cavity C1 disrupting the reagent flow and thereby causing turbulences. Further feature may include a diffuser plate D, having a first face arranged in surface contact with the outer face 26, and an opposed second face 36, the first plate having at least one through path opening 38, and the second face a through opening enabling the reagent to exit the body.
Patent GB-2542264-A (GB)
Title: Hook assembly
Inventor: MATTHEW OAKLEY
IPC: B60R7/10
Filed: 2016-08-12
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to hook assembly 1, for use in a vehicle (2, see figure 8). The hook assembly comprises a housing 5 comprising a cavity (43 see figure 3a), a hook member 3 pivotally mounted to the housing, the hook member being movable between a stowed position and a deployed position; and a retaining member 7 disposed within the cavity. The hook member comprises a concealing panel 37 configured to conceal at least a portion of an interior of the housing 5 when the hook member is in the deployed position, the concealing panel being configured to cooperate with the retaining member when the hook member is in the stowed position to retain the hook member in the stowed position. Additionally, the hook assembly may comprise a predetermined failure location, so as to break or substantially deform when a force above a predetermined threshold is applied.