baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2398553-A (GB)
Title: Carrier for supporting articles adjacent a liftgate of a vehicle
Inventor: KMITA GERARD J
IPC: B60R9/06
Filed: 2004-02-23
Abstract: An article carrier adapted to hold cargo and other articles adjacent a liftgate 408 of a vehicle 402 such as a sport utility vehicle, a station wagon, or minivan. The article carrier includes a pair of supports 404 which are fixedly secured to the roof of the vehicle. A cargo supporting structure 410 having a pair of upper coupling links 412 is pivotally and releasably coupled to the supports. The cargo supporting structure includes a pair of main support members 422 which each include a pair of pivot assemblies 418, 426. The cargo supporting structure is detachably and pivotally secured to a pair of anchor assemblies attached to the liftgate of the vehicle or the bumper of the vehicle. The three pivot points along each side of the cargo supporting structure enable it to be pivoted with the liftgate when the liftgate is lifted and closed such that the article carrier does not interfere with operation of the liftgate. The entire article carrier can be quickly and easily detached from the vehicle for storage when it is not needed.
Patent GB-2401762-A (GB)
Title: WLAN admission control for multimedia service
Inventor: HO JIN-MENG
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2004-03-31
Abstract: The present invention provides a system for controlling isochronous data admission, within a WLAN system (102) that transports both isochronous and asynchronous data. The system includes an apparatus 300, functioning as an access point within a WLAN system. The apparatus comprises a memory 306 and a transceiver 312 communicatively coupled to the memory. The apparatus further comprises an access coordinator 302, communicatively coupled to the memory, and adapted to: evaluate actual access times of previous isochronous data streams, to determine projected access times needed by a new isochronous data stream, and to decide to admit or reject the new isochronous data stream based on an evaluation of the actual and projected access times.
Patent GB-2404102-A (GB)
Title: Radio user interface using knobs and menu picks
Inventor: MERE SHADI
IPC: G06F3/048
Filed: 2004-05-28
Abstract: The present invention generally relates to human-machine interfaces. More specifically, the present invention relates to a human-machine interface for controlling a radio which eliminates the need for buttons. By providing multiple knobs, the audio system maximizes functionality while minimizing cost and space requirements. Each knob is capable of two selection modes: a first selection mode provided by rotating the knob and a second selection mode provided by depressing the knob. The two selection modes correspond to ergonomic selection pairs for controlling the audio system. The reduced area required for controls allows for a larger display area; this provides the user with a more attractive display that can convey more information. When a change in a status, through knob manipulation is sensed by the audio system, the display automatically provides a menu that corresponds to the ergonomic pair assigned to that knob. The automated switching of menus minimizes navigation between screens, while providing full manipulation of that audio system function using a single knob control. The present invention also provides for the display to visually indicate which knob is being used.
Patent GB-2414525-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle differential control
Inventor: PRINS JAN PIETER
IPC: B60W10/12
Filed: 2004-05-28
Abstract: A vehicle comprises a differential controller 28 arranged to control the degree of locking of its centre 22, front 24 and rear 26 differentials, and a brake control system 60. If the brake control system 60 reduces braking to a slipping wheel and the wheel continues to slip, it sends a signal to the differential controller 28 which locks the differential to increase the speed of rotation of the slipping wheel.
Patent GB-2415442-A (GB)
Title: Installation of damp-proof membranes
Inventor: BODEN GEORGE ROBERT
IPC: E04B1/64
Filed: 2004-06-24
Abstract: A membrane retainer for use in installation of a damp-proof membrane is disclosed. The membrane retainer comprises an elongate trough typically formed of tough, moulded plastic material. The trough has side walls 10, 12 and an upper wall 14. It is suitable for laying upon a course of blocks 22 within a wall during its construction to retain an edge portion of a damp-proof membrane 24 between the trough and the blocks. The trough can be used to retain the membrane in the correct position with respect to the wall during its construction and will remain in the wall permanently. Further courses of mortar 20 and blocks 22 are then laid upon the upper surface of the trough to complete construction of the wall. The presence of side walls serves to enhance the water-resistant qualities of the wall and also helps to protect the membrane. Typically, formations are disposed on an upper surface of the trough to enhance the ability for mortar to bond to it.
Patent GB-2415616-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle seat assembly including a backrest mounted pivotal headrest for support of the side of a head of an occupant of the assembly
Inventor: BROWN GARY
IPC: B60N2/48
Filed: 2004-06-29
Abstract: A seat assembly 5 includes at least one headrest 12 pivotally connected 13 to a backrest 11 of the assembly to support the side of a head of an occupant of the assembly. The headrest is movable from a stored position to one or more deployed positions, for example an adult deployed position (Fig. 1) or a child deployed position (Fig.5). The headrest provides a convenient place for the occupant to rest their head if they wish to rest or sleep. The headrest may also reduce the risk of neck injuries during a vehicle side impact in that the headrest restricts or limits side to side or lateral motion of the head during the impact.
Patent GB-2405019-A (GB)
Title: Auto-play gaming machines
Inventor: REED EDWIN LESLIE
IPC: G07F17/34
Filed: 2004-08-04
Abstract: A gaming machine has an auto-play controlling means operative, in use, to permit a machine player to select an auto-play mode from a plurality of auto-play modes. The gaming machine is configured to operate in a different manner in each auto-play mode. The auto-play controlling means cycles through the auto-play modes in response to an input operable by the machine player.
Patent GB-2418482-A (GB)
Title: Method for locating luminaires using optical feedback
Inventor: HOWELL WAYNE
IPC: H05B37/02
Filed: 2004-09-23
Abstract: A method of setting the network address of a light emitting device that is controlled electronically using visual feedback information. The control system systematically switches the light emitting devices between light levels or colours such that the light emitter can be identified.
Patent GB-2402356-A (GB)
Title: A self-tightening keyless chuck
Inventor: TIAN XIANMING
IPC: B23B31/12
Filed: 2002-08-09
Abstract: The present invention relates to a self-tightening keyless chuck to enable electric percussive drills to grip a tool shank. The chuck includes a rear sleeve, a body, a bearing ring, a bearing assembly, a nut, a jaw, a front sleeve and a stopper and so on. The bearing assembly utilizing a ball bearing is positioned between the nut and the bearing ring. The surfaces of the bearing races of said nut and said bearing ring are provided with a circumferential arcuate race with a fixed depth, and the bottom surfaces of said circumferential arcuate race are provided with a plurality of ball-shape grooves. During the chuck grips a tool shank, the balls of said ball-bearing enter into the ball-shape grooves and are locked there, so as to prevent the tool from loosening due to the percussion vibration. In addition, the front sleeve engages with said nut through radial smooth press-fit to securely transmit a torque.
Patent GB-2420054-A (GB)
Title: A method of controlling transmission rate in a mobile terminal in soft handover
Inventor: BOOKER PHILIP
IPC: H04L12/851
Filed: 2004-11-05
Abstract: A method of controlling transmission rate in a mobile terminal (T1-T7) in soft handover comprises receiving one or more overload indicators at the mobile terminal. A priority level of data being transmitted by the mobile terminal is determined and the transmission rate at the mobile terminal is adapted in accordance with the received overload indicator and the priority of the data being transmitted.
Patent GB-2408509-A (GB)
Title: Crystal structure of cytochrome P450 and uses thereof
Inventor: TICKLE IAN JAMES
IPC: G16B15/30
Filed: 2003-10-24
Abstract: A method of obtaining a representation of the three dimensional structure of a crystal of cytochrome P450 3A4 comprises providing the data of Table 3 (described herein) and constructing an electron density map. The structure obtained may be used in the analysis of the interaction of a molecular structure with a P450 structure. Methods of obtaining an electron density map by obtaining an X-ray diffraction pattern of a crystal of a P450 protein and calculating the map using the structure phase data of Table 3 is also provided. Also disclosed are methods for determining the binding of compounds to P450 3A4, proteins having the binding cavity of P450 3A4 and the crystal structure of P450 3A4.
Patent GB-2422152-A (GB)
Title: Metallisation of ceramic materials
Inventor: BALL ANDREW STEPHEN JAMES
IPC: C23C20/00
Filed: 2005-01-14
Abstract: A method of applying a metallisation mixture to a surface of a ceramic material to form a metallisation coating is disclosed. Each component of the metallisation mixture is applied separately to the surface of the ceramic material, forming adjacent regions of a metallic and an organic component of the metallisation mixture. A plurality of layers of such regions may be formed, resulting in overlapping or alternating regions of metallic and organic component. Preferably, a print head, such as an ink-jet or bubble jet print head, is used to apply each of the components.
Patent GB-2410040-A (GB)
Title: Paving system
Inventor: JONES BRIAN
IPC: E01C5/06
Filed: 2005-01-17
Abstract: A paving system comprises a plurality of similarly shaped stones 10 assembled to define a first boundary 12, and a plurality of irregularly shaped stones 18, each said irregularly shaped stone 18 being moulded in a shape selected so as to allow it to be laid adjacent at least one of the similarly shaped stones 10 or another of the irregularly shaped stones 18, the plurality of irregularly shaped stones 18 being arranged to substantially fill an area between the said first boundary 12 and a second boundary 16.
Patent GB-2424878-A (GB)
Title: Solid oxide fuel cell cathode material with high performance in the 450-650°C range
Inventor: BARON SYLVIA
IPC: B01D71/02
Filed: 2005-04-08
Abstract: A perovskite material is disclosed which may be used as an electrode, current collector or membrane in an electrochemical device such as a solid fuel oxide fuel cell or an oxygen generator. The perovskite material can be represented by the following formula: Ln(1-x)AexB(1-y)CeyO(3-  w  ) where Ln = La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Pm, Sm, Eu, Gd, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm or Yb Ae = Ca, Sr, Ba or Mg B = Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Mg, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Nb, Mo, W or Zr and where 0<X<1 AND Y<0.5 The material gives high performance at operating temperatures of 450-650{C. An example of the material is Pr(1-x)SrxCo(y)CeyO(3-  w  ) (PSCC). The perovskite of the invention may be used in a composite material. Other materials in composite may include ceria, a solid solution of ceria and gadolinium oxide, zirconia, or a solid solution of zirconia and yttrium oxide.
Patent GB-2417869-A (GB)
Title: DC offset cancellation for the reception of OFDM transmissions
Inventor: BANHAM DOMINIC THOMAS PARFREY
IPC: H04B1/30
Filed: 2005-09-06
Abstract: A method of DC offset cancellation used in the direct down conversion of an OFDM signal, wherein a DC servo loop (8) across an amplifier (7) is deployed to cancel a DC offset and has its bandwidth substantially increased during an unused portion of the signal (in comparison to its level when there is a used, i.e. information bearing, portion of the signal) so that the DC servo loop settles during the unused portion. The unusual portion may be that part containing null symbols. The bandwidth may be increased (e.g. by a factor of at least 10 times) so that the DC servo loop settles substantially completely during the unused portion (this is equivalent to reducing the time constant of the loop). Conversely, during reception of a used (i.e. information bearing) portion of the signal, the DC servo loop bandwidth can be significantly reduced from the value used during an unused portion. The increased bandwidth is achieved by switching out a resistor during the unused portion of the signal, thereby reducing the RC time constant (see detail of 8 (a) in fig. 3, not shown here).
Patent GB-2418070-A (GB)
Title: Superconducting magnet with HTS and LTS windings
Inventor: SCHLENGA KLAUS
IPC: H01F6/06
Filed: 2005-09-08
Abstract: A superconducting magnet comprises a cylindrical bobbin with a cylindrical member 1 and end flanges 2, 3 and at least one section with a superconductive strip wound in a plurality of layers. The inner radial layers 8 are formed of low temperature superconductor (LTS) material and the outer radial layers 9 are formed of high temperature superconductor (HTS) material. The LTS material inner winding layers may include a reduced current density region providing a notch region effect. The inner winding may be a thick A15 superconductor strip containing Nb3Sn and the thin outer HTS material strip windings may contain silver-stabilized Bi-Sr-Ca-Cu oxide or YBCO. The LTS material windings may be formed using a wind and react process whilst the HTS material windings may be formed by a react and wind process. A mixed joint may connect the LTS windings to the HTS windings and there may be a protective layer of glass fibre or PTFE located between the said windings. Superconductive means may be provided to short circuit the magnet coil. The magnet arrangement may provide a notch region (reduced current region) which may be used to correct magnetic field inhomogenities and may be used in a compact high field NMR system.
Patent GB-2434330-A (GB)
Title: Removal of CO2 from flue gas
Inventor: HEGERLAND GEORG
IPC: B01D53/14
Filed: 2006-01-13
Abstract: This invention concerns a method and plant for energy efficient removal of CO2 from flues gases by scrubbing the flue gas. The invention is especially suited for use in connection with thermal power plants fuelled with carbon-containing fuels, and it may easily be implemented into existing power plants. The invention is based on the realisation that the steam required in the stripping column(s) may be obtained by a second CO2 generating process with a steam system tuned to supplying the stripping column(s). Thus a process plant according to the invention will comprise three sections: <UL ST="-"> <LI>a primary CO2 generating process that serves as the main product supplier, <LI>a CO2 capturing (often denoted scrubber) plant for capturing and separating CO2 from the flue gases in the primary and secondary CO2 generating processes, and <LI>a second CO2 generating process which serves as a second product supplier and which has a steam system tuned to deliver the required steam for running the desorption column(s) of the CO2 capturing plant. </UL>
Patent GB-2434872-A (GB)
Title: Microwave system for locating inserts in biological tissue
Inventor: HANCOCK CHRISTOPHER PAUL
IPC: G01N22/00
Filed: 2006-02-03
Abstract: An apparatus and method of use for locating non-biological inserts (40) in a body (30) comprises one or more microwave antennas (20, 21) for focussing microwave energy into the body and receiving reflected and/or transmitted energy and processing means to measure changes in signal magnitude and phase. Means are provided for efficient energy coupling between the biological structure and the distal end of the antenna arrangement. Coaxial helical antennas, horn antennas, and waveguide antennas may be used. The apparatus is also used to locate discontinuities in the object in the body. Specifically, metal inserts in the body used to repair fractures to bones and locking holes in the inserts may be located to enable precise drilling through the holes.
Patent GB-2419274-A (GB)
Title: A flexible container with interlocking tabs and openings
Inventor: SOLOMON PHILLIP
IPC: B65F1/14
Filed: 2004-09-06
Abstract: A container (10) formed from a flexible material. The container (10) includes an open end (10a), a closed end (10b) and at least one sidewall (12) having a seam of interlocking tabs (18) and openings (20) formed therein.
Patent GB-2421530-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic control assembly with subsea intensifier and electric motor
Inventor: MEADERS MICHAEL W
IPC: E21B34/00
Filed: 2003-02-05
Abstract: A downhole device such as a subsurface safety valve (166) is hydraulically actuated via fluid of increased pressure supplied by a subsea intensifier (156). The subsea intensifier (156) receives a hydraulic fluid at a first lower pressure and increases its hydraulic pressure. The intensifier has a hydraulic pump (160) driven by an electrical motor (168) which receives its electrical power via an umbilical 172.
Patent GB-2435988-A (GB)
Title: Rotating bezel / dial input system for telephone handsets
Inventor: EVANS GARETH
IPC: H04Q7/32
Filed: 2006-03-10
Abstract: Invention GE040306 entitled the ROTA REVOLUTION is a mobile phone and/or landline telephone communications device incorporating a single handed thumb operated rotating bezel/dial input system. A unique feature of this device is the complete lack of a now traditional telephone number pad. To compensate for this an on screen selection display and an active display zone is compartmentalised on the LCD screen in a small, modern, stylish and compact design. The handset can be of the fixed LCD screen variety or a flip-top or half flip-top design. With the flip-top or half flip-top handset, the opening mechanism (and the 'power on' function) can be controlled by pressing the lid or the rotating bezel/dial which will release the lid in a controlled damped motion and the bezel/dial can rise slightly proud of the surface with a separate damped motion.
Patent GB-2421498-A (GB)
Title: Container and method for storing biologically contaminated materials
Inventor: WOOD NICHOLAS BERNDT
IPC: B65D5/42
Filed: 2004-12-21
Abstract: The container for storing contaminated materials comprises an opening/closing portion 902 provided with a seal 903 so as to allow the container to be fully sealed for transport to a decontamination station. The seal comprises an adhesive tape (501, Fig.5) which is configured to unseal upon the application of heat for decontamination purposes, for example by contracting under the action of the applied heat. The opening is defined by folded portions (503, 504, Fig.5 and 402, Fig.4) that can be deformed elastically in order to close the opening, but which will return to their pre-deformed state after the opening has become unsealed during decontamination heat. The folded portions can also be held in a temporary sealed state by means of a clamp (1001, Fig.10). The container may have a viewing window 316, and the base of the container may be formed to be concave during manufacture, by a baseplate with a raised profile (702, 703, Fig.7), so as to provide the container with more stability.
Patent GB-2424714-A (GB)
Title: Vector network analyser
Inventor: WONG KENNETH H
IPC: G01R27/28
Filed: 2006-03-24
Abstract: A vector network analyser 100 comprises a plurality of ports 101 for coupling to a device under test (DUT), at least one reference receiver 102 for measuring signals associated with the DUT, and logic for processing measurement data from the at least one reference receiver to compensate for transmission line effects. The logic for processing evaluates a function, of several controllable variables, that is a sum of multiple transmission line models, wherein each of the controllable variables is related to a respective transmission line length associated with a corresponding transmission line model.
Patent GB-2430472-A (GB)
Title: A composite vane which can change its shape under radial loading
Inventor: MCMILLAN ALISON JANE
IPC: F01D9/02
Filed: 2006-08-24
Abstract: A vane assembly for a gas turbine engine comprises a plurality of vanes, with at least some of the vanes 18 configured such that when the conditions encountered by the vanes are changed, the profile / shape of the vane will alter. The vane is a composite, made of layers 20, 22 of a composite material arranged in an asymmetrical pattern relative to the mid-plane (ie., the plane extending from the leading edge to the trailing edge and through the middle of the blade). The asymmetrical layering arrangement endows asymmetrical mechanical characteristics to the blade 18. It also has associated therewith a means (eg. pistons, shape memory alloys activated by heating, opposing rings with different thermal coefficients, etc) to apply radial tension or radial compression to the vane which causes the profile of the vane to alter (see arrows 24). The composite vane may comprise an organic / metal / ceramic matrix composite, laminates of different materials, metallic material, or prestressed metal. The vane is preferably a stator guide vane.
Patent GB-2441115-A (GB)
Title: Treatment tank for horses
Inventor: SAVILLE NICHOLAS
IPC: A01K13/00
Filed: 2006-08-26
Abstract: A treatment tank constructed from stainless or galvanised steel and lined with rubber which has an access ramp or door at each end which allows a horse to enter and leave. The doors are lined with a rubber gasket to provide a watertight seal. Preferably the horse enters the tank and then cold saline solution (0-4 degrees) is pumped into it to a height of approximately 700 millimetres. Cold air may be forced into the water via jets to produce aerated water. Once treatment is finished the water may be pumped out of the tank, filtered and returned to the storage tank where it may be chilled again. The tank may provide a horse with the benefits of a spa treatment.
Patent GB-2427969-A (GB)
Title: Power supply unit
Inventor: FUJINO MASATO
IPC: H02M3/155
Filed: 2005-11-14
Abstract: A power supply unit in which the source of an MOSFET (Q1) is connected with the joint of a rectifier diode (D1) and a choke coil (L1) through a resonance coil (L2), a series circuit of the resonance coil (L2) and the rectifier diode (D1) is connected in parallel with a series circuit of a capacitor (C5) and an MOSFET (Q2), and the MOSFETs (Q1) and (Q2) are driven by PWM control such that they are turned on alternately while interposing a turn off period. In the power supply unit, the capacitor (C5) is connected in parallel with a resistor (R2).
Patent GB-2444291-A (GB)
Title: Parking ticket holder
Inventor: HILL DAVID
IPC: G09F3/20
Filed: 2006-11-30
Abstract: A parking ticket holder comprises a plastics holder having a compartment for the placing of a parking ticket. The holder may include two compartments.
Patent GB-2439352-A (GB)
Title: Adjusting amount of liquid crystal in liquid crystal display device
Inventor: PARK SANG HO
IPC: G02F1/1347
Filed: 2006-12-06
Abstract: Adjusting an amount of liquid crystal in a liquid crystal display (LCD) device (100) includes injecting a liquid crystal (10) into a liquid crystal receiving space. The liquid crystal receiving space is disposed between a first substrate (20), a second substrate (30) that faces the first substrate (20), and a sealing member (40) interposed between the first and second substrates. The method for adjusting an amount of liquid crystal in a liquid crystal display (LCD) device further includes reducing e.g. by a laser (65) a thickness of the sealing member (40) at a predetermined portion of the sealing member to form a repair region (45), and pressurizing the liquid crystal to break the sealing member (40) at the repair region (45) to discharge some of the liquid crystal from the liquid crystal receiving space.