baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2564329-A (GB)
Title: Displaying messages using multiple body-worn electronic display devices
Inventor: DANIEL R MARCUS
IPC: G08B5/36
Filed: 2017-04-05
Abstract: Methods and systems for displaying messages using body-worn electronic display devices. One method (100) includes receiving proximity data indicating a distance between a first electronic display device (20) and a second electronic display device (42). The method (100) also includes receiving first orientation data indicating an orientation of the first electronic display device (20) and receiving second orientation data indicating an orientation of the second electronic display device (42). The method (100) also includes determining a distributed message for display based on the proximity data, the first orientation data, and the second orientation data. The distributed message includes a first message (120) for display on the first electronic display device (20) and a second message (122) for display on the second electronic display device (42). The method (100) also includes displaying, by a controller, the first message (120) on the first electronic display device (20) and the second message (122) on the second electronic display device (42).
Patent GB-2579053-A (GB)
Title: Haptic display device
Inventor: JONATHAN MICHAEL TAPHOUSE
IPC: G09F9/37
Filed: 2018-11-16
Abstract: A haptic display device is disclosed having a magazine (2, figure 1a) comprising at least one opening 9, at least one channel (10, figure 2b) for holding a plurality of ball bearings 8, and at least one biasing mechanism (22, figure 2b) for urging ball bearings along the channel and through the opening. A reading surface (4, figure 3) comprises an array of apertures 7 to form an array of display elements. The magazine and the reading surface are slidably connected and an actuator 13 releases ball bearings through the opening as the reading surface and magazine are slid relative to one another. The ball bearings are controllably inserted into apertures of the array, thereby forming display elements of the haptic display. Preferably, the device has a reset mechanism whereby ball bearings may be withdrawn from the apertures of the array and returned to the magazine. The array forms an array of Braille cells or a display matrix for graphic display.
Patent GB-2579397-A (GB)
Title: Bread manufacture
Inventor: MR WILLIAM EID
IPC: A21D13/43
Filed: 2018-11-30
Abstract: A bread 1 comprising a pocket bread and having at least one open edge 3, 4 is manufactured by preparing a dough comprising flour and water, working the dough into a sheet including dusting a surface of the sheet of dough with additional flour, proofing the sheet of dough in a proofing room having a pre-determined humidity level such that a moisture content of the additional surface flour is increased, cutting the proofed sheet of dough into a plurality of tessellating shaped portions, baking each portion to form a bread such that steam is generated during baking and forms a pocket in the bread, each bread shrinking away from an adjacent bread during baking such that the separation distance between each bread is increased, and cutting each bread into at least two parts, each part forming a pocket bread having at least one open edge providing access to the pocket. The bread is preferably cut using a water jet cutter (21, fig. 3), and is preferably cut into four parts each having two open edges. The open edges allow access to the pocket without further cutting. An apparatus for cutting bread and an improved pocket bread are also claimed.
Patent GB-2569893-A (GB)
Title: Superhard constructions & methods of making same
Inventor: DONG WANG
IPC: E21B10/56
Filed: 2018-12-21
Abstract: A super hard polycrystalline body includes a region 34 of thermally stable polycrystalline inter-grown grains of super hard material with an exposed working surface 4, a substrate 32 and a region 36 interposed between the thermally stable region 34 and the substrate 32. The interposing region 36 extends across a surface of the substrate 32 and has a first phase comprising a plurality of non-inter-grown diamond grains, the majority of which have a coating of nano-sized BN particles on them. Also a method of forming a superhard polycrystalline body by forming an assembly of a mass of grains of a super hard material, a source of catalyst for these grains, a further mass of diamond grains and a mass of grains to form a substrate. The assembly is processed at a pressure of at least 5 GPa and at a temperature where the super hard grains bond and nano-sized BN particles grow on and coat the diamond particles. The body can be used for rock drilling of oil and gas extraction.
Patent GB-2580148-A (GB)
Title: Frothing container and method of creating a frothed beverage
Inventor: ANDREW CHARLES BENTLEY
IPC: A47J43/07
Filed: 2018-12-21
Abstract: A container 1, such as a jug, for frothing a beverage or component of a beverage comprises a side wall 4 and a base wall 6 which define an inner volume. The container further comprises an opening for filling the inner volume 7 with a beverage or beverage component. An interior surface of the base 60 and/or side wall comprises at least a primary protrusion 600 and/or a primary depression connected thereto and/or formed therein. The primary protrusion may comprise a convex protrusion and the primary depression may comprise a concave depression. The primary protrusion and/or depression may further comprise an impingement, which may comprise a secondary protrusion 8 and/or secondary depression. Each secondary protrusion and/or depression may comprise a dome, spike, hemisphere, cone, bead or wedge. The secondary protrusion/depression may comprise a plurality of impingements which can be arranged randomly or in a pattern. The or each impingement may be on the centre of the base or on the side wall. The primary protrusion/depression may comprise a fixed or detachable insert and the secondary protrusion/depression may be formed into the insert. The container may further comprise a handle 12 and/or a spout 10.
Patent GB-2573044-A (GB)
Title: A switching device
Inventor: MATTHEW ADRIAN BROWN
IPC: H01T2/02
Filed: 2019-02-28
Abstract: A triggered gap switching device includes a cathode 4 that is positioned between a reservoir 8 and an anode 3. The cathode has an aperture 11 that allows material from the reservoir to ablate into a gap between the anode and the cathode, thus closing the switch. The gap may contain a gas, or it may be a vacuum gap. The anode, cathode and reservoir may be aligned along a single axis. The reservoir may have an aperture 9 and the reservoir may be positioned between a trigger electrode 6 and the cathode. The trigger electrode may have a flat surface 7 adjacent to the reservoir aperture and substantially perpendicular to the single axis. The cathode and the trigger electrode may comprise niobium (Nb), tantalum (Ta), copper (Cu), molybdenum (Mo) or Kovar. The reservoir may comprise carbon (C) or it may comprise a multi-laminar array. A body 2 may comprise alumina or sapphire (Al2O3).
Patent GB-2572928-A (GB)
Title: Thin film substrates including crosslinked carbon nanostructures and related methods
Inventor: KIRK HARGREAVES
IPC: B01J19/12
Filed: 2018-01-11
Abstract: A method of making a thin film substrate involves exposing carbon nanostructures to a crosslinker to crosslink the carbon nanostructures. The crosslinked carbon nanostructures are recovered and disposed on a support substrate. A thin film substrate includes crosslinked carbon nanostructures on a support substrate. The crosslinked carbon nanostructures have a crosslinker between the carbon nanostructures. A method of performing surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) on a SERS-active analyte involves providing a SERS-active analyte on such a thin film substrate, exposing the thin film substrate to Raman scattering, and detecting the SERS-active analyte.
Patent GB-2586470-A (GB)
Title: Systems and methods for generating smart contracts to manage escrow transactions
Inventor: Frank Joseph Pira
IPC: G06Q20/06
Filed: 2019-08-19
Abstract: A method comprising: receiving information about an escrow transaction involving first and second parties, the first party providing a digital property and the transaction including at least one term required to be met for the property to be distributed to the other party 400; generates a transaction smart contract based on the information, wherein the smart contract holds the digital property and disposes of the property based on a triggering event 401; causes the contract to be funded wherein funding includes providing the property to the contract for holding 402; determines that the triggering event has occurred 403 and triggers the contract to dispose of the property based on the event 404. The triggering event may be: full or partial performance by the second party of the term to be met, failure of performance by the second party of the term, expiration of a timer, a contesting of the escrow transaction and/or an explicit trigger of the contract. Disposing of the property may include, returning a portion (of the property) to the first party, distributing a portion to the second party and/or forwarding a portion to a mediator. Also disclosed are a system and computer-based tool for implementing the method.
Patent GB-2577396-A (GB)
Title: Sparse Rendering
Inventor: MICHAEL WORCESTER
IPC: G06T15/60
Filed: 2016-02-01
Abstract: A graphics processing method comprises subdividing 300 a first (light source) view of a scene into a plurality of tiles and generating 302 a list of primitives associated with each tile. The lists of primitives are analysed 304 to identify a subset of tiles which have at least a predetermined number of primitives (wherein the predetermined number may be equal to or greater than one). The identified subset of tiles are individually allocated 306 to memory and rendered 308 with the rendering result being stored to the memory allocated for that tile. The scene may be rendered 310 from a second (camera) view in which the texture applied is a shadow map.
Patent GB-2594460-A (GB)
Title: A tool for rotating a nut or bolt
Inventor: RICHARD GANE
IPC: B25B13/48
Filed: 2020-04-27
Abstract: The tool 10 for e.g. a bath / sink tap nut or bolt 28, comprises a body 12 including first and second opposite surfaces (14, 16, Figure 2). An opening 18 runs from the first surface to the second surface. The opening forms a cross-section at the first and second surfaces comprising an elongate component (20, Figure 1) with two lines 22 extending away from the elongate component. The elongate component at one or both of the surfaces may form a V-shape. The V-shape and two lines extending away from the V-shape may form part of a hexagon. The elongate component at each surface may be of different sizes. The opening may include a step (24, Figure 3), or it tapers (Figure 4), to accommodate the different sizes of elongate components. The opening may be open all along the side of the body 12. The body may be provided with external ribs (26, Figure 5) running longitudinally along the body. The two lines may diverge outwardly from each other as they travel away from the V-shape. The tool may be part of a set of tools in a kit, with each having elongate components of a different size.
Patent GB-2596326-A (GB)
Title: Prioritising incidents in a utility supply network
Inventor: ANDREW BLAKE
IPC: H04W24/04
Filed: 2020-06-24
Abstract: A computer-implemented method of determining a priority of an incident such as a fault in a utility supply network such as a mobile communications network, involves receiving an indication of the incident in the utility supply network, receiving subjective data relating to user perception of performance of the utility supply network and determining a priority of the incident based on the subjective data. Determining the priority may also involve using objective data about the performance of the utility supply network and information about known or planned outages.
Patent GB-2584258-A (GB)
Title: A roll of dispensable sheet material
Inventor: MUKTA VAISH
IPC: B65H75/32
Filed: 2019-02-07
Abstract: A roll (2) of dispensable sheet material (4), wherein the roll (2) has an inner bore (6), the dispensable sheet material (4) is such that it has a free end (8) which is difficult to find for manual dispensation of the dispensable sheet material (4) from the roll (2), the roll (2) comprises assist means (10) for assisting in the finding of the free end (8) of the dispensable sheet material (4), the assist means (10) comprises a device (12) which extends at least transversely over the width of the roll (2), and the device (12) is movable around the roll (2) such that the device (12) is locatable on the roll (2) at a place to receive an end portion (14) of the dispensable sheet material (4) which contains the free end (8), whereby the device (12) indicates the position of the free end (8) and thereby facilitates the manual dispensation of the dispensable sheet material (4) from the roll (2).
Patent GB-2601763-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for elevated cabling
Inventor: LLOYD CLIFTON GEORGE MILLER
IPC: H02G3/06
Filed: 2020-12-09
Abstract: An apparatus (figure 1, 199) suitable for supporting cabling or piping (figure 1, 100) comprises a base 3 having two side portions 4 which extend from the base 3 to define a tray. The apparatus further comprises at least two arms that extend fore and aft of the tray to define a connection region for connecting to an adjacent tray. A connection means 13 is provided in each arm for receiving a connector to connect two adjacent trays. The base 3 may be formed from a conductive material such as folded sheet metal. The sheet metal may be stamped to form perforations 15. One or more earth cables 7 may be provided to electrically link adjacent trays.
Patent GB-2586564-A (GB)
Title: Explanations for artificial intelligence based recommendations
Inventor: MICHAEL JAMES HIND
IPC: G06N20/10
Filed: 2019-05-07
Abstract: Techniques regarding explanations for artificial intelligence recommendations are provided. For example, one or more embodiments described herein can comprise a system, which can comprise a memory that can store computer executable components. The system can also comprise a processor, operably coupled to the memory, and that can execute the computer executable components stored in the memory. The computer executable components can include: a combination component that receives a first training dataset comprising first feature vectors, first classes and first explanations, and combines the first classes and the first explanations to produce first augmented labels and a second training dataset that comprises the first feature vectors and the first augmented labels; a classifier, trained on the second training dataset, that analyses second feature vectors and generates second augmented labels; and a decomposing component that decomposes the second augmented labels, using the classifier, to generate second classes and second explanations.
Patent GB-2602488-A (GB)
Title: Production of carbon black
Inventor: MARTIN ATKINS
IPC: C09C1/48
Filed: 2020-12-31
Abstract: A process for producing carbon black is disclosed which comprises pyrolising a plastic feed comprising polyethene (PE), polypropylene (PP), or combination thereof, to produce a plastic pyrolytic char; pre-washing the plastic pyrolytic char with an aqueous solution (such as water); washing the pre-washed plastic pyrolytic char with acid; and washing the acid-washed plastic pyrolytic char with base.
Patent GB-2591360-A (GB)
Title: Convertible item
Inventor: ASHLEY NORMAN OLSSON
IPC: A47B85/06
Filed: 2019-07-25
Abstract: A convertible item of furniture (100) comprising: a plurality of shelf units (1), wherein each said shelf unit (1) comprises a substantially horizontally extending leave (10) and a leave support (11) for supporting the leave (10); a linkage system (2) comprising linkage members (21, 22) pivotally connected to each said leave support (11) such that the linkage members (21, 22) are able to pivot in unison and parallel with each other between (i) a shelf configuration whereby the linkage members (21, 22) extend substantially vertically and said leaves (10) extend in spaced substantially horizontal parallel planes above one another, and (ii) a substantially flat surface configuration whereby the linkage members (21, 22) extend substantially horizontally and said leaves (10) are positioned next to one another to form a substantially flat surface having a front end and a rear end; and, at least one surface support (3) for supporting the substantially flat surface.
Patent GB-2594368-A (GB)
Title: Control system and method for dedicated lane for autonomous vehicle
Inventor: JUN LIANG
IPC: G08G1/0967
Filed: 2020-06-11
Abstract: A control system and method for a dedicated lane for an autonomous vehicle. The system comprises a vehicle-mounted system, a roadside system, a cloud lane management center, and a road information prompt system. The vehicle-mounted system comprises a vehicle-mounted information processing center (1), an information acquisition device, a vehicle-mounted communication module, a human-computer interaction terminal (4) provided on a manually driven vehicle, and an automatic driving terminal (5) provided on an autonomous vehicle. The roadside system comprises a roadside information processing center (8), a video monitoring module (9), a roadside unit (10), and a second 5G communication module (11). The road information prompt system comprises an information issue center (12), a variable information prompt board (13), a broadcast (14), and a third 5G communication module (15). The cloud lane management center comprises a data processing center (16), a traffic information database (19), and a fourth 5G communication module (18). Different traffic congestion impact factors are assigned for the manually driven vehicle and the autonomous vehicle. Whether to start an autonomous vehicle dedicated lane is decided based on a traffic congestion index and an autonomous vehicle penetration index, so that the traffic efficiency is improved.
Patent GB-2607571-A (GB)
Title: Battery system and method of assembly
Inventor: ARJUN MEHTA
IPC: H05K1/18
Filed: 2021-05-25
Abstract: A battery management and/or monitoring system printed circuit board (BMS PCB) 100 for installation over an array of cells includes conductive layer (104, Figure 17) with cell bonding pads 106 positioned on the opposite side of a substrate 102 to that intended to be positioned adjacent an array of cells. Through-holes 108 adjacent to the cell-bonding pads are sized and configured to allow a wire-bonded connection to be made from the cell-bonding pads to a cell terminal. Mounting pads 110 are provided for mounting BMS electronic components to allow for cell monitoring and/or management. Positive and negative power pads 112, 113 are coupled to the cell-bonding pads, to create a power circuit that allows for the transfer of power to and from the cells. A PCB includes a substrate; a first side having first connector mounting pads; and a second side, opposite the first side, having second connector mounting pads. The first and second connector mounting pads have at least one conductive connection to the PCB in common such that first or second connectors can be mounted to the respective first and second connector mounting pads depending upon the use to which the PCB is to be put.
Patent GB-2594607-A (GB)
Title: Bed frame system
Inventor: AMY HOOD
IPC: A61H23/02
Filed: 2019-10-23
Abstract: A bed frame system and a movable frame may simulate movement of a body of water. The bed frame system and the movable frame may improve sleep and sleep patterns of a user and may provide additional health benefits. An intensity of movement of the bed frame system and the movable frame may be controlled by utilizing a controller and/or a mobile application. A predetermined time period of movement may also be controlled by utilizing a controller and/or a mobile application.
Patent GB-2599486-A (GB)
Title: Controllable drill head
Inventor: CHRISTIAN LOHER
IPC: E21B7/26
Filed: 2021-08-20
Abstract: A controllable drilling head 7 including a drilling tip with a bore 10 angled relative to a longitudinal axis of the tool X. A pin 13 also angled with respect to the longitudinal axis is located in the bore. Rotation of the pin relative to the socket permits the drilling head to be shifted from a position where the head is aligned for straight drilling and a position where the head is deviated to steer the drilling head. The pin may include a recess 12 to receive retaining pins securing the pin and bore together. The pin can be rotated by rotating the entire drill string, while the surrounding soil prevents rotation of the tip. A stop can be included to limit rotation of the tip relative to the pin. An adapter can be used to allow the drill string to be rotated.
Patent GB-2597892-A (GB)
Title: Fuel heating
Inventor: LUCA STRONATI
IPC: F02M31/125
Filed: 2017-06-26
Abstract: A vehicle comprising: a internal combustion engine which generates torque using high-gasoline content fuel; at least one fuel injector to deliver the fuel to an engine cylinder; at least one heating element configured to heat the fuel prior to it being delivered to the cylinder; a fuel pump to pressurise the fuel; and an engine controller using a heated-fuel behaviour model of the engine, when the fuel is being heated by the heating element(s), to (i) control an amount of fuel delivered by the fuel injector, the heated-fuel behaviour model causing a reduced fuel injection amount for a given engine torque relative to unheated fuel; (ii) cause a higher fuel pressure to be generated by the fuel pump relative to unheated fuel, and wherein the fuel injection for an engine cycle is controlled to start closer to when the intake valve moves from a sealed position to a position to permit fuel-flow, relative to unheated fuel.
Patent GB-2615141-A (GB)
Title: Flow heaters and liquid heating appliances
Inventor: COLIN PETER MOUGHTON
IPC: A47J31/54
Filed: 2022-02-01
Abstract: A flow heater 2, for heating a liquid (preferably water) comprises a heating chamber 4, liquid inlet 12 and outlet 14. A heating element 32 is positioned within the heating chamber. The heating chamber comprises a channel 40 through which liquid flows and a portion 34 of the heating element lies within the channel. The channel is shaped by the outer wall of heating chamber and a protrusion 38, which corresponds to the portion of the heating element within the channel. The heating element and the protrusion may have corresponding shapes. The protrusion may have a sloped portion 50 with liquid falling on the sloped portion. Preferably, the flow heater has an expansion space arranged above the channel. The heating chamber may comprise a steam outlet (62, Fig 9) at a level higher than the liquid outlet. An outlet 44 and inlet 42 temperature sensor may be included. Preferably a control arrangement 16 cuts a power supply to the heating element when a pre-set temperature is detected. Preferably a pump (184, Fig 11) drives the liquid into the heating chamber. A liquid heating appliance is also claimed, preferably with a liquid reservoir.