baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2428851-A (GB)
Title: Passenger protection system using opposite polarity impact sensor signals to mitigate faults
Inventor: UENO YUKIYASU
IPC: B60R21/0132
Filed: 2006-07-12
Abstract: A passenger protecting system is provided with at least two sensors 21,22 (23-27) which detect an impact to a vehicle, a determining unit 1 for determining a collision with the vehicle based on detection signals of the sensors, and a communication means B1, B2 (B4-B8) through which the sensors are connected with the determining unit 1. The detection signal of one of the sensors has a reversed polarity with respect to that of other of the sensors. The opposite polarity of these signals (fig 3) allow faults of the communication path or the sensors to be mitigated (fig 4).
Patent GB-2426762-A (GB)
Title: Modified human growth hormone polypeptides and their uses
Inventor: CHO HO SUNG
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2005-01-28
Abstract: Modified human growth hormone polypeptides and uses thereof are provided.
Patent GB-2431941-A (GB)
Title: Steel panel which simulates a natural material through surface undulations
Inventor: MANN RONALD LESLIE
IPC: E04C2/32
Filed: 2006-11-02
Abstract: A panel 10 is formed from sheet material with opposite longitudinal edges 13, 14 and incorporates a plurality of longitudinally extending formations. The formations are generally of common shape but have at least one portion 15 which is not of constant size across the panel. The panel in at least one form comprises sheet steel and may be galvanized and/or have other outer protective coatings or finishes. The longitudinal edges 13, 14 of the panel are preferably adapted for overlap between two adjacent panels. The panel may have major portions of increasing and decreasing size, each having discontinuities which delineate minor formations of different sizes within each major portion. The formations may have a saw tooth or corrugated profile, defined by sloped surfaces having varying intersticial angles. The panel 10 is suitable for fencing, roofing and walling having a natural appearance.
Patent GB-2439969-A (GB)
Title: Perpetual data on a peer to peer network
Inventor: IRVINE DAVID
IPC: H04L29/08
Filed: 2006-12-01
Abstract: A method for continually storing or accessing data on a distributed or peer to peer (P2P) network comprises making data available so that it does not rely on file or authentication servers unlike P2P networks which use a central server. Data can be made available from any location on a network by storing it in multiple locations with each location monitoring other locations so that exact copies of data are maintained. Data could be split into chunks with multiple copies of each chunk being stored in case of failure. This system allows users to log into any machine and access their resources from anywhere on the network. Also disclosed is a method of providing a ranking system for each node on the network to manage the effects of churn (i.e. the effect of users randomly joining or leaving the network) and thus provide locations of defined ability. Peers are able to monitor themselves and allow a rank to be applied by using a digitally signed appendage or some other form of secure ID. The ranking could be based on the network or resource availability, time on network (contributing to an effort based trust model), amount of resources and connectivity of any node. If a node has a higher rank then this node can accept responsibility for providing resources by proxy.
Patent GB-2441181-A (GB)
Title: Process for preparing a polyolefin masterbatch
Inventor: BURNS ANDREW
IPC: C08L23/08
Filed: 2006-12-12
Abstract: A process for preparing a polyolefin masterbatch comprising a modified nanoclay in a quantity sufficient to provide between 10% and 50% by weight, a polyolefin in a quantity sufficient to provide between 50% and 90% by weight and between 25 and 500ppm of an organic peroxide, wherein the polyolefin is grafted with maleic anhydride in the amount of less than 5% by weight of the polyolefin is disclosed. The invention also relates to a process for preparing a nanocomposite resin and an extruded article from the masterbatch. The invention further relates to a masterbatch, nanocomposite resin and extruded article prepared by these processes. The polyolefin is preferably high density polyethylene (HDPE) or linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE).
Patent GB-2446422-A (GB)
Title: Method and system for compiling a program for use on a soft-core or software definable processor.
Inventor: HALFON AVI
IPC: G06F9/45
Filed: 2007-02-12
Abstract: A method and system for compiling a program for use on a soft core processor 145 comprises the steps of assigning a unique identifier to a plurality of individual instructions and mapping the identifier to a corresponding instruction within the processor instruction set using an instruction key table 130. Preferably, the compiler produces a machine readable file that can operate the processor. The executable file functions alongside a hardware definition file120, which maybe synthesised in an electronic design interchange format (EDIF) produced by a VHDL processor 110 and may be stored in internal or external memory of the physical device 145. This allows for each command execution element of the design to function as a stand alone element addressed by a unique identifier. In this manner the use of the identifier and key table allows instructions to be modified, added or removed without affecting other instructions in the instruction set or the design of the hardware. This is achieved by updating the key table and mapping data rather than amending the instruction set. The method and system finds use in systems where the soft core processor comprises a plurality of FPGA's where the processing core is written to using a high definition language such as VHDL or Verilog.
Patent GB-2432007-A (GB)
Title: Correction of nmr artifacts due to constant-velocity axial motion and spin-lattice relaxation
Inventor: THERN HOLGER F
IPC: G01V3/32
Filed: 2005-08-11
Abstract: NMR spin echo signals are corrected for axial motion of the borehole logging tool. An additional correction may be applied to correct for incomplete polarization of nuclear spins due to an insufficient wait time between pulse sequences.
Patent GB-2434863-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for retroactively installing sensors on marine elements
Inventor: ALLEN DONALD WAYNE
IPC: E21B47/01
Filed: 2005-11-03
Abstract: Sensors, including fiber optic sensors and their umbilicals, are mounted on support structures designed to be retrofitted to in-place structures, including subsea structures. The sensor support structures are designed to monitor structure conditions, including strain, temperature, and in the instance of pipelines, the existence of production slugs. Moreover the support structures are designed for installation in harsh environments, such as deep water conditions using remotely operated vehicles.
Patent GB-2437811-A (GB)
Title: Toy with tethered pieces
Inventor: HIPPELY KEITH
IPC: A63H17/02
Filed: 2007-04-04
Abstract: A toy includes a body and a plurality of tethers 18 moveably coupled to the body. The toy also includes a corresponding plurality of tethered pieces 20 coupled to the plurality of tethers 18 and moveable between a retracted state in which the plurality of tethers hold the tethered pieces proximate the body (see figure 1) and an extended state in which the plurality of tethers hold the tethered pieces away from the body. The tethers 18 are directed in different directions by the use of guide tracks (21 figure 4A). A triggering mechanism (31, 32 figure 4A) operatively is adapted to move the plurality of tethered pieces from the retracted state to the extended state responsive to a triggering event such as a crash or explosion.
Patent GB-2452533-A (GB)
Title: Flying toy apparatus
Inventor: JERMYN PHIL
IPC: A63H27/133
Filed: 2007-09-07
Abstract: A flying toy apparatus comprises a housing 4 with drive means, such as a motor, provided for driving rotation of rotary means, such as propeller blades or rotor 8, associated with said housing 4. Vanes 10 are associated with said housing and the vanes 10 rotate in a counter direction to the rotation of said rotor 8, in use. The vanes 10 are arranged substantially vertically in use. The vanes 10 allow the toy to self stabilise during flight, using the downdraft of the rotor 8. The vanes 10 may be offset from the centre of the apparatus. Preferably, there are four vanes 10, which are arranged perpendicularly to each other with one end of each vane 10 abutting one of the other vanes 10, the vanes 10 forming a square-shaped aperture. The rotor 8 may be positioned at the base or a lower section of the housing 4 and partially enclosed by the lower edge of the vanes 10. One of the vanes 10 preferably has a protrusion (38, Fig 4) used to give directional stimulus to the toy and can be used to control the direction of flight of the toy by pulsing the motor. The toy may be remotely controlled and can use a LED beacon on the housing 4 in conjunction with a user remote control to control the direction of travel.
Patent GB-2455966-A (GB)
Title: Generating a Low-Relief Model of an Object
Inventor: BUCK TIMOTHY PAUL
IPC: G06T17/00
Filed: 2007-10-26
Abstract: A system arranged to generate a bas-relief or low-relief model of an object uses a model (fig. 6) (which could comprise a 2.5D model) of the object and a surface-processor arranged to determine the curvature of a plurality of points on the surface. The height of a point in the low relief model (fig. 7) is determined by a function of the surface curvature. A model generation means, e.g. CNC milling machine, is arranged to fabricate the low relief model.
Patent GB-2441716-A (GB)
Title: Player controls for use with game machines
Inventor: COVE JAMES
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2006-06-30
Abstract: A player control assembly (1) can be used with a game machine (7) and comprises a control panel (11) of said machine which has player-operable switches and function indicators for said switches. The assembly (1) further comprises a projector (4) which is arranged to project the function indicators onto the control panel (11) and therefore onto the switches. The switches may be virtual (12-15) or mechanical or both types may be provided. Where mechanical switches are provided the function indicators, which may comprise text/graphics/animations, may be projected relative to these switches. Where virtual switches (12-15) are projected onto said control panel (11) with said function indicators, as part of an image, the assembly (1) may comprise a sensor (5) to identify player interaction with the projected switches (12-15).
Patent GB-2456760-A (GB)
Title: I.c. engine variable valve actuating mechanism with lift deactivation
Inventor: METHLEY IAN
IPC: F01L13/00
Filed: 2008-01-22
Abstract: An internal combustion engine has a valve mechanism comprising two cams 120,122 mounted coaxially and a summation lever 124 having cam followers 126, 127 in contact with both cams so as to move in proportion to the instantaneous sum of the lifts of the respective cams. A control spring 128 is provided to maintain contact between one cam profile and its respective follower(s), and a valve actuator 114 opens the engine valve in dependence upon the movement of the summation lever 124, thereby enabling the valve timing, valve lift and valve event duration to be adjusted by varying the phases of the two cams 120,122. In the invention, the summation lever is constructed in two parts 124a, 124b that can be selectively locked and unlocked to allow the valve lift to be deactivated and the motion of both parts is controlled by the control spring 128 when the two parts of the summation lever are unlocked from one another.
Patent GB-2457733-A (GB)
Title: Securing inputting of sensitive information
Inventor: KEEN DOMINIC JOHN
IPC: G06F21/36
Filed: 2008-02-25
Abstract: A method of securing the inputting of sensitive information by a user, the method comprising: generating a mapping that associates each symbol of a plurality of symbols with a respective location 200 at which to display that symbol on a display 108; displaying the plurality of symbols to the user, each symbol being displayed at the associated location 200 on the display 108 according to the generated mapping; the user providing a sequence of selections, each selection being a selection of a respective one of the locations; and converting the sequence of selections into a corresponding sequence of input symbols representing the input from the user, each input symbol being the symbol associated with the respective selected location in the sequence of selections according to the generated mapping. The mapping is preferably random or arbitrary, or at least pseudo-random. The locations 200 need not be in a regular grid as shown but could be randomly spaced.
Patent GB-2458171-A (GB)
Title: Tap lime scale removing device
Inventor: DRAKE MAXINE
IPC: B05B15/55
Filed: 2008-03-08
Abstract: This invention relates to a device for holding liquid that removes lime scale from the nozzle of a tap. The Tap Zapper holds the lime scale remover liquid i.e. vinegar, or high street products and only requires a single operator. Made of transparent material the levels of lime scale remover can be seen at all times. The tight fitting top seal results in minimal evaporation of the lime scale remover liquid, and keeps the tap nozzle immersed at all times during the cleaning process. This seal can also assists in the reduction of any unpleasant odors of the lime scale remover used. The addition of the removable sponge sitting in the base of the device, gives the added advantage of removing more stubborn lime scale by gently rotating the device in situ. This device is highly visible, light weight, compact, reusable, fits various tap styles and sizes.
Patent GB-2452355-A (GB)
Title: Wireless Mobile Messaging
Inventor: GARBA SULE IBRAHIM
IPC: H04M1/725
Filed: 2008-04-21
Abstract: A wireless mobile communication device includes a message assembler that assembles a message using a plurality of sub-messages, each of the sub-messages being associated with corresponding indicia that indicates at least a type of the sub-message; a preference bank that stores message preferences which indicate a manner in which a sender of the message desires the sub-messages to be presented to a recipient of the message; and a message transmitter that transmits the message for receipt by the recipient. Preferences may also be specified by a recipient. The sub-messages may include audio, video, text, image or hyperlink and may be stored in the device or network. Preferences may include display options or time, date or location filters. Also disclosed is a method of transcribing a verbal audio message into a text message.
Patent GB-2461915-A (GB)
Title: Utility meter
Inventor: DONALDSON JAMES
IPC: G01D4/00
Filed: 2008-07-17
Abstract: A utility meter 20 for metering the use of at least one utility supplied to a plurality of appliances 12 is disclosed. An input section 22 is arranged to receive values representative of the use of a first utility and may receive values representative of a second utility. A store 28 contains appliance data characteristic of the use of utilities by each of a plurality of appliances. A processor is arranged to analyse the received values and to determine information on the use of the second utility by each appliance, based on the received values and appliance data. The resulting information is output by an output section 40 to a user terminal 42. The information on the use of the second utility may be determined by further utilizing known characteristics of the appliances. The utilities may be for example water, electricity, oil or gas.
Patent GB-2451356-A (GB)
Title: A method for fabricating a sheet-shaped electrode and a sheet-shaped electrode for an electrostatic coalescing device
Inventor: FJELDLY TOR ALEXANDER
IPC: B01D17/06
Filed: 2007-05-15
Abstract: A method for fabricating a sheet-shaped electrode for an electrostatic coalescing device, the method comprising the following steps: - arranging in an envelope (40) a layered material structure (30) comprising an electrically conductive layer (31) for forming the conductive member of the elecirode and two electrically non-conductive insulation layers (32, 33), which comprise thermoplastic or thermoset material, for forming the insulation of the electrode, said conductive layer being arranged between said insulation layers; - sealing the envelope (40) and thereafter evacuating gas from the envelope; - heating the material structure (30) to a temperature above the melting temperature of said thermoplastic material or above the curing temperature of said thermoset material so as to consolidate the material structure while keeping it inside the evacuated envelope; and - cooling the material structure and removing the material structure from the envelope.
Patent GB-2463299-A (GB)
Title: Authenticating a transaction using a one-time pass code generated on a mobile device
Inventor: OBI VALENTINE
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2008-09-12
Abstract: A financial transaction is authenticated with reference to a one-time pass code (OTPK) associated with a preset monetary limit. The OPTK is generated at a user's mobile device (e.g. mobile phone, PDA) and is based on identification data associated with the mobile device and a dynamic variable generated on the mobile device (e.g. a random number, a one-way hash of the transaction amount or the current date and time). A user may use the generated OPTK instead of a static ATM PIN. The one-time pass code, transaction data, and a financial account identifier (taken from eg an ATM card) may be transmitted to a validating entity for authorisation of a transaction. If the withdrawal request exceeds the preset monetary limit, a request is sent to the user's mobile phone for an additional authorisation of the new amount or the transaction is rejected based on information in the user's profile. The OTPK may be generated for use with Internet transactions and web payment transactions.
Patent GB-2454576-A (GB)
Title: Unsuccessful call alert
Inventor: RON URI
IPC: H04M1/72436
Filed: 2008-11-05
Abstract: A method and system for a mobile phone to provide an missed call alert, including monitoring an outgoing call from a caller to a callee to determine if the callee is available 320, if the callee is not available, then automatically activating a message editor, automatically displaying a pre-defined call alert message 340, including an identifier of the caller and contact information for the caller, enabling the caller to edit the pre-defined call alert message 350, and sending the call alert message to the callee 350. The message editor may be a SMS, MMS or e-mail editor. Time and date information may also be included in the message. The availability of the callee may be determined by the length of the call.
Patent GB-2467527-A (GB)
Title: Detection of frozen deposits due to air ingress into cryogen vessels by change in resonant frequency of tensioned wire
Inventor: RETZ PATRICK WILLIAM
IPC: F25D21/02
Filed: 2009-02-03
Abstract: The present invention provides a sensor for detecting the build-up of frozen deposits due to air ingress in a cryogen vessel housing a superconducting magnet, comprising a tensioned wire 22, a source of variable frequency alternating current 26 and a voltage sensor. The tensioned wire is oriented perpendicular to the direction of the magnetic field produced by the superconducting magnet. By varying the frequency of the applied current, the resonant frequency of the tensioned wire may be detected as the frequency at which the wire has a peak impedance. Any variation in the frequency or magnitude of the resonant peak may be interpreted as an indication of a frozen deposit hampering the free oscillation of the tensioned wire. The cryogen vessel may used to cool superconducting magnets used in imaging systems such as nuclear magnetic resonance imaging (NMR).
Patent GB-2467742-A (GB)
Title: Local anaesthetic undergarment
Inventor: MA EDNA
IPC: A61F13/15
Filed: 2009-02-11
Abstract: An undergarment comprising an inner portion 120 lined with local anaesthetic and an outer portion 110. The inner portion may be divided into a plurality of regions 160, 170, 180 or may be corrugated and divided into a plurality of regions. Each region is optionally separately covered with a removable cover. Each region may be lined with differing concentrations of the local anaesthetic, or alternatively lined with different types of local anaesthetics. The outer portion may be impermeable to the local anaesthetic. Also disclosed is a method for delivering a local anaesthetic to a body part.
Patent GB-2468488-A (GB)
Title: Open Squeeze Film Damping System
Inventor: YOA SHAOMING
IPC: B23Q11/00
Filed: 2009-03-09
Abstract: A damping system 10 for damping vibrations in a component 16 during the machining comprises a support 12 having an operating surface 14, a reservoir 18 in fluid communication with the operating surface, a squeeze film damping (SFD) fluid 20 disposed on the operating surface 14 such it flows into and out of the reservoir in response to vibrations in the component 16, damping the vibrations. Due to the surface tension of the fluid no sealing is necessary, creating an open system. Forces caused by the vibration of the component may move the fluid into and out of the reservoir so no power or heat source is necessary and the component need not be pre-loaded. A damping factor of at least 1.0 may be achieved. Plural operating surfaces, supports and reservoirs may be used (figures 18-26). The fluid may be re-usable or recyclable and free of harmful or hazardous chemicals, and may be water based, oil based or a colloid. The reservoir may be formed by intersecting grooves in the operating surface and pressure equalization holes (24, figure 5) may be provided at the intersections. The operating surface may be planar, annular or otherwise shaped to be complementary to the component. The fluid 20 may separate the component from the operating surface 14 by a gap G and from the base of the grooves 18 by a gap S, which may be less than 1 mm.
Patent GB-2457395-A (GB)
Title: A method for performing oilfield production operations
Inventor: RASID KASHIF
IPC: E21B44/00
Filed: 2007-12-07
Abstract: A method is disclosed for optimal lift resource allocation, which includes optimally allocating lift resource under a total lift resource constraint or a total production constraint, the allocating step including distributing lift resource among all lifted wells in a network so as to maximize a liquid/oil rate at a sink.
Patent GB-2465485-A (GB)
Title: Variable hydraulic transmission for wind turbines
Inventor: MILLAR DEAN
IPC: F03D9/00
Filed: 2009-11-19
Abstract: Electricity is generated from wind or water turbines 15, 16 using a hydraulic transmission between the turbines and the shared generator 130. The transmission is controllable so that the blade 40 tip speed ratio (TSR) of the turbine 15, 16 is infinitely adjustable independently of the generator 130 speed, so turbine efficiency can be improved. Adjustment may be achieved by an adjustable pump 50 or motor 120 e.g. using a swash plate. The system could alternatively control the pressure or flow of fluid to or from an accumulator 100, 110.