baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2478348-A (GB)
Title: Control of the gap between a brake pad and disc
Inventor: LANGLI TOR
IPC: B60T7/12
Filed: 2010-03-05
Abstract: A brake pad 16 is positioned at a distance d with respect to a brake disc 14. A predefined prefill pressure is applied to the brake pad 16 for reducing the distance between the pad 16 and disc 14 by a distance d1 by means of an ESC system (electronic brake control modulator) 24 after each detection of a normal brake wish. A normal actuating pressure is applied to the brake pad 16 for reducing the distance between the pad 16 and disc 14 further, wherein the normal actuating pressure is lower than the prefill pressure. Due to the increased prefill pressure compared to common brake systems the brake pad 16 of the brake 12 can be moved by an increased distance towards the brake disc 14 at the beginning of an actuating of the brake 12 without a changed brake feeling for the driver of the vehicle during the brake mode. Due to the increased clearance between the pad 16 and disc 14 the risk of unintended brake friction is reduced or even eliminated. Energy losses and/or drag torque by means of the brake 12 are reduced.
Patent GB-2478597-A (GB)
Title: Inrush current protection device
Inventor: BRIGHTY CHRISTOPHER CHARLES
IPC: H02H9/02
Filed: 2010-03-12
Abstract: Input terminals 12 of an inrush current protector are connected to an AC mains power source and output terminals 13 are connected to a capacitive load 22 such as a computer monitor. The inrush current protector comprises series current limiting resistor R6 connected between the input and output terminals; a switchable shunt 18 to shunt power around the current limitation resistor; and a controlling circuit 20 to close the switch when an RMS voltage on the output terminals rises from a lower to a comparatively higher level as the circuit is initially energised. The time taken to reach the threshold, before the shunt resistance is switched out, depends on and automatically adjusts to the capacitance of the load. The inrush protector can comprise a power supply stage (fig 2, 24); an opto-triac (fig 2, U1); a trigger circuit (fig 2, 26) having two transistor networks; and a double pole relay (fig 2, 18). The switch can be latched closed and the trigger circuit can be de-energised when power is shunted around the current limiting resistor.
Patent GB-2481003-A (GB)
Title: Recycled water storage system for vehicle windscreen cleaning
Inventor: STENHOUSE DAVID
IPC: B60S1/46
Filed: 2010-06-07
Abstract: An apparatus 10 for providing recycled water to a vehicle windscreen washing system that has a washing fluid tank 11 and pump means 12 means for pumping water from the tank 11 to outlet jets 13 directed at the windscreen. The apparatus comprises a water extractor 14 operable to extract water from atmospheric air and collect the extracted water in a chamber 15, and means for supplying the collected water from the chamber 15 to the tank 11 to refill the tank. A filtration and water purifying system comprising filters and ultraviolet light source may be provided to purify the condensed water
Patent GB-2481264-A (GB)
Title: Cosmetics applicator
Inventor: MICHEL AUBREY JONATHAN
IPC: A45D34/04
Filed: 2010-10-06
Abstract: A cosmetics applicator comprises an applicator sponge 10 having a substantially 5 conical applicator portion 12 and a holding portion 14. The applicator portion comprises a base 16 and an apex 18. Large amount of product can be applied to larger areas using the conical surface 12, and the apex 18 of the substantially conical applicator portion 12 can be used to apply small amounts of product carefully to a particular area. The holding portion 14 is preferably cylindrical and has a smaller diameter than that of the base 16 of the conical portion 12. A grip member (22, fig.2) may be mounted on the holding portion.
Patent GB-2474365-A (GB)
Title: Light guides
Inventor: GOURLAY JAMES
IPC: G02B6/00
Filed: 2010-10-12
Abstract: This invention relates to light guide devices and methods of manufacture. A light guide device 1 comprises a base substrate 2 upon which is provided a cladding layer 8 including apertures 7. One or more light sources 3, which may be LEDs, are mounted on the base substrate 2 and a light guide layer 5 is arranged on the base substrate 2 such that it encapsulates the light sources 3. Light extraction features 6 scatter light 4a towards output surface 9. The light guide device is suitable for use in a range of applications, particularly in connection with the backlighting of displays, for example, liquid crystal displays.
Patent GB-2484538-A (GB)
Title: Frame for positioning bed sheet over mattress
Inventor: DANIELS MARGARET IRENE
IPC: A47G9/02
Filed: 2010-10-15
Abstract: Apparatus for fitting a sheet comprises a frame 3 dimensioned to fit over a mattress 2 and to support a sheet 8 fitted across the frame such that in use the frame , with a supported sheet, can be placed over or lowered onto the mattress to thereby position locate the sheet. The frame is preferably constructed of lightweight materials and connected to the sheet using releasable connectors of hook and loop fastener. In use the frame is especially adapted for allowing the bedding on bunk beds to be changed easily and quickly
Patent GB-2473368-A (GB)
Title: Stage for scanning probe microscopy and sample observation method
Inventor: KASAI NAHOKO
IPC: G01Q30/02
Filed: 2008-06-27
Abstract: It is an object of the invention to provide a stage for scanning probe microscopy that can be used in any kind of SPM and can effectively irradiate light to a sample and a solution near the sample without irradiated light blocked by a cantilever. The stage for scanning probe microscopy of the invention is a stage for scanning probe microscopy for fixing a sample substrate that mounts a sample; to be observed thereon and has optical transparency and includes an opening that is provided below a portion where the sample substrate is fixed and that has an opening area included within the sample substrate in plan view. Light is irradiated from a bottom surface of the sample substrate onto the sample through the opening.
Patent GB-2474791-A (GB)
Title: Sliding element having an adaptive coating and manufacturing method thereof
Inventor: FISCHER MANFRED
IPC: C22C9/00
Filed: 2009-04-21
Abstract: The invention relates to a sliding element for an internal combustion engine, comprising at least one running surface, characterized by a running surface coating made of an alloy based on copper which comprises at least one additive from the group consisting of Ti, Co, Cr, Zr, or Be.
Patent GB-2491120-A (GB)
Title: A fertiliser comprising milk
Inventor: LEE JOO HYUNG
IPC: C05F5/00
Filed: 2011-05-23
Abstract: A fertilizer comprising waste milk is disclosed. The fertiliser may be formed as a solid or liquid composition and may contain an admixture of other components, such as micronutrients, macronutrients, dispersants, wetting agents, growth regulators. The solid fertiliser may be water soluble.
Patent GB-2491821-A (GB)
Title: Vending machine door display with sample models and mirrored surfaces
Inventor: DRAKE CHRISTOPHER
IPC: G07F9/02
Filed: 2011-06-09
Abstract: A vending machine door has a display featuring a number of sample models 44 (Fig 1). The sample models resemble half of a commodity that can be vended by the vending machine. There is a mirrored surface 50 that extends around the periphery of each model, the reflection of the model giving the visual appearance of an entire item which can be vended by the machine. A mirrored shelving unit 34 can be provided underneath the model. The shelving units may be inter-connectable allowing a row of joined units to be formed (Fig 5). The mirrored surface can have an aperture 52 through which the model extends. There may also be a second mirrored surface 42 located behind the first mirror 50 and the model 44. The model may be formed from a thin plastic moulding having a planar section 48 and a protruding section 46, the protruding section resembling the half of the commodity. The vending machine may have retaining means such as clamps for holding shelving units. The model is lighter and smaller than using the actual vending commodities in the display and the models will not degrade over time.
Patent GB-2478247-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable support apparatus
Inventor: VUORENOJA EERO OLAVI
IPC: A61G1/06
Filed: 2007-05-18
Abstract: An adjustable support apparatus 10 comprises lower support element 11 and upper support element 12, which are connected and moveable relative to each other between a first spaced position, and a second position in which they lie closer to each other. An actuating means 18 effects movement of the support elements relative to each other. Connection devices 40 are provided wherein each connection device includes a first part 40a connected to the lower support element 11 and a second part 40b connected to the upper support element 12. The first and second parts 40a, 40b are releasably connectable to each other when the upper and lower support elements lie in the second position so as to hold the upper and lower support elements relative to each other. The apparatus is also configured such that a first operation of an operating means of the apparatus disconnects the first and second parts of the connection devices from each other and a subsequent operation of the operating means effects movement of the upper support element away from the lower support element.
Patent GB-2485015-A (GB)
Title: Wettable hydrogel materials for use in ophthalmic applications and methods
Inventor: ZHU PETER
IPC: B29D11/00
Filed: 2010-09-21
Abstract: A contact lens is provided that has extended and rechargeable wettability. The contact lens includes a lens body that is a reaction product of a polymerizable composition. A first polyhydric alcohol having a 1, 2 diol or 1, 3 diol moiety is present on a lens surface of the lens body. A contact lens package including the contact lens, and methods of producing and using the contact lens, are also provided.
Patent GB-2494658-A (GB)
Title: Power distribution algorithm
Inventor: BARR JORDI MCGREGOR
IPC: H02J3/46
Filed: 2011-09-14
Abstract: A method and apparatus for power through a network (1) comprises consumer units (C1-C4) and provider units (P1-P6). A consumer unit (C1-C4) is selected, and provider unit (P1-P6) is selected, the currently selected provider unit being connected in the network (1) to the currently selected consumer unit. Power is delivered from the currently selected provider unit to the currently selected consumer unit. The amount of power is a minimum of: a power production limit associated with the currently selected provider unit; and the difference between the desired power of the currently selected consumer unit and total power previously delivered to the consumer unit.
Patent GB-2480978-A (GB)
Title: A barium and potassium exchanged zeolite-X adsorbents for CO2 removal from a gas mixture and preparation thereof
Inventor: JASRA RAKSH VIR
IPC: B01D53/04
Filed: 2010-03-25
Abstract: Zeolite adsorbents, and method of their preparation, exchanged with barium and potassium cations, for purifying or separating a gas or gas mixture, in particular as in power plant flue gas and gases less polar than carbon dioxide such as nitrogen, oxygen and hydrogen, so as to remove there from the carbon dioxide. The adsorbent is zeolite - X based and the gas purification process is of the PSA or TSA type or combination of the two.
Patent GB-2496191-A (GB)
Title: A locator for locating a concealed conductor carrying an alternating current having a first and second frequency
Inventor: PEARSON RICHARD DAVID
IPC: G01V3/06
Filed: 2011-11-04
Abstract: A locator for locating a concealed current carrying conductor is described. The conductor carries an alternating current having at least a first frequency and a second frequency, wherein the alternating current is produced by at least one dedicated signal generator coupled to the conductor. The locator comprises: at least one magnetic field sensor 3, 5 operable to convert electromagnetic radiation from the conductor into a field strength signal; a digital analogue converter (CODEC 11) configured to generate a digitised signal dependent upon the field strength signals from the magnetic field sensor; a digital signal processor 16 configured to isolate components of the digitised signal resulting from the first frequency and the second frequency; and process the isolated components to generate one or more signals indicative of the proximity of the conductor to the detector; and an output configured to generate an audio and/or visual indication of the proximity of the conductor, wherein in some aspects the isolated signal components resulting from the first frequency signal and the second frequency signal are contemporaneously processed. Other aspects relate to the method of using the locator and to a carrier medium carrying instructions to execute said method using a computer
Patent GB-2483041-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for detection of data in a data store
Inventor: HAGGERTY JOHN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2010-06-03
Abstract: A method of determining whether particular data is included in a data store. The particular data comprises a plurality of first data values and the data store comprises a plurality of second data values. The method comprises obtaining identification data associated with the particular data. The identification comprises a subset of said first data values. A portion of the data store is retrieved and it is determined whether at least a predetermined number of data values of the identification data have a predetermined relationship with corresponding second data values of the retrieved portion of the data store.
Patent GB-2486840-A (GB)
Title: Beverage cartridge
Inventor: BIEWENGA TJASSE WILLEM
IPC: B67D1/00
Filed: 2010-09-24
Abstract: A beverage cartridge (50) for use in a beverage dispensing system (10), comprising a housing (52), and located within the housing, a container for accommodating a beverage-related fluid substance and a pump; a drive port (53a) via which a driving torque may be delivered to the pump,- and a fluid outlet port (53b), via which the fluid substance may be pumped from the cartridge; wherein the fluid outlet port and the drive port are located on the same side of the housing.
Patent GB-2501463-A (GB)
Title: Colour coding of construction elements and tools
Inventor: IRONS CHRISTOPHER ALOYSIUS
IPC: B25B13/56
Filed: 2012-03-23
Abstract: A system of colour co-ordinated construction elements for the rapid identification and matching of two or more of a driving tool, fastener and fixing component. The driving tool may be a drill bit 10, screwdriver, a screw bit, hexagonal socket head or similar, the fastener may be a screw 16, bolt, dowel or any comparable fastener and the fixing component may be a wall plug 12, dry wall anchor, nut, bolt, dowel or the like. The driving tool fastener and fixing component each has a surface upon which is disposed a coloured material 14; operably matched driving tools, fasteners and fixing components sharing a colour to ensure correct engagement, sizing and/or load rating in use. Where the driving tool is a drill bit, the coloured region may additionally indicate an optimum drilling depth for the fixing component used. The position of the colour marking of a fastener may indicate the minimum engagement required to achieve rated strength. A method for effecting the system and a retail pack of colour coded construction elements is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2491225-A (GB)
Title: Method of preparing explosives
Inventor: CLARIDGE ROBERT PETER
IPC: C06C7/02
Filed: 2011-02-28
Abstract: A method of preparing explosives comprises the step of selecting two or more solutions which, when combined, interact to form an explosive material as a precipitate. The solutions are passed in separate channels into a micro reactor. The solutions are then combined and/or mixed in the micro reactor so that precipitation takes place. The precipitate may be used in a MEMS detonator.
Patent GB-2488920-A (GB)
Title: Calibration of atomic force microscope
Inventor: OHNESORGE FRANK MICHAEL
IPC: G01Q40/00
Filed: 2010-07-23
Abstract: A system for direct calibration of an atomic force microscope. The tip-sample distance is calibrated by detecting oscillations in the tip-sample interaction forces as a function of tip-sample distance upon approach, oscillations originate from well defined steric forces due to packing effects of solute molecules well before the tip is even in contact with the sample. Apparent heights may be calibrated for sample elasticity, by depositing "hard" e.g. 5nm gold or even smaller Si02 nanospheres as in-situ nanometric test objects. Nanoparticles may also be adhered electrostatically to the probe tip thus providing a well defined imaging tip. The effective temperature on the sample surface may be standardized by 2-dimensional crystallization of Si02- (or other) nanoparticles suspended in water forming 2-dimensional opal crystals. Tip pressure or lateral tip loading forces may be calibrated using pressure-induced phase transitions of material such as of a CaCO3 crystal from the calcite to the aragonite structure. Calibrated AFM may then be applied to performing measurements on biological objects.
Patent GB-2490595-A (GB)
Title: An exercise weight with a restraint to hold a weight within an outer case
Inventor: BELLAMY MARK JAMES BRIAN
IPC: A63B21/06
Filed: 2012-05-03
Abstract: An exercise weight comprising an inner container that can be filled with a fluid substance and can slide within a cylindrical outer case which has a removable or opening axial end cap 22 wherein a restraint 26 is secured to the outer case and works to restrain the inner container from impacting against the end cap 22 when the weight is moved. The restraint 26 may be a strap, the outer case and cap 22 may have ventilation holes and the outer case may have a padded lining 24 made of felt or stiff sponge. The cap may be secured in place by a zip 28 and have ties to provide additional reinforcement. A plurality of inner containers may be provided and one of them may be a rigid tube. The inner containers may be arranged to hold a liquid or sand. The device may be used as an additional exercise aid when walking or running.
Patent GB-2504922-A (GB)
Title: Method of processing funds using mobile device
Inventor: WIJETUNGE HAROLD PRIANNE ANURATH
IPC: G06Q20/06
Filed: 2012-06-12
Abstract: A method of adding funds to an account, and transferring funds or paying funds for services using a mobile device(s), voucher and a central server is disclosed. The method comprises connecting to a server via a mobile device and adding funds to an account by creating a 2-48 digit security identity (SIC) code associated with and to be used for accessing the account, and adding funds associated with an e-voucher to the account by entering a 2-64 digit number. The server provides an account holder the option of transferring funds to a receiver with a mobile phone by the user entering the 2-48 (SIC) code, the receivers phone number, the amount of funds to be transferred and the user also creating a 2-36 digit transaction identity (TIC) code, wherein the receiver can connect to the server, enter the (TIC) code and access the funds. The server also provides an account holder the ability to perform payment for services, when a merchant connects to the server, the user entering their phone number, the users (SIC) code, a designated phone number (for the merchant), the customer identification number and the amount of funds to use as payment, in order to activate a payment.
Patent GB-2504313-A (GB)
Title: Garment with pocket for receipt of thermal and massage means
Inventor: KOFIGAH-LAWSON GERARD BOYE
IPC: A41D13/005
Filed: 2012-07-25
Abstract: A rehabilitation clothing system comprises a fitted garment with at least one integrated pocket which is used to accommodate pads which combine thermal function and massage means. The garment may be of a lightweight breathable flexible woven material with a multi-way stretch. It may also have wicking and anti-microbial properties. The pockets are preferably positioned over muscle areas or joints, tendons and ligaments, and may be shaped to match a particular part of the body. The pads are heat retentive or containing a heat generating medium. They may be gel filled; the gel being heated or cooled by external means or self-heating or self-cooling when activated. The pads may be reusable. The pads may also include massage beads.
Patent GB-2506196-A (GB)
Title: Locking mechanism
Inventor: GREENWOOD DAVID
IPC: F16B39/06
Filed: 2012-09-25
Abstract: A locking pin 20 for locking a female threaded component to a male threaded component, preventing relative rotation, has an elongate pin body and at least one cutting edge 22. A threaded component 10 for use with the locking pin (20) may include a hole 16 or cut-out extending through the component 10 parallel to the axis of the thread, at least in part intersecting with and cutting through the thread.
Patent GB-2496758-A (GB)
Title: Dispensing device
Inventor: REYNOLDS MICHAEL ANTHONY
IPC: A61J7/00
Filed: 2012-11-19
Abstract: A dispensing device comprises an upper part 1 and a base 2; both the upper part and the base have a plurality of holes 7, 8. The upper part 1 and the base 2 are slidably mounted relative to each other so as to allow for the holes 8 of the base 2 to be aligned with the holes 7 of the upper part 1 in a first condition. In a second condition the holes 7, 8 of the upper part 1 and the base 2 are offset from each other. The base 2 comprises a lowermost part which is arranged to removably receive a compartmentalised container. Preferably, in the second condition, tablets or capsules can be placed in holes 7 of the upper part 1 and are supported on an underlying support surface of the base 2. Preferably, the base 2 is arranged to removably receive a monitored dosage system tray.
Patent GB-2509561-A (GB)
Title: Fresnel lens with curved and oblique surfaces
Inventor: HSU CHEN-WEI
IPC: G02B3/08
Filed: 2013-06-04
Abstract: A Fresnel lens for illumination mainly comprises a lens body that has at least one free curved surface 21 on a side. Zoom curved surfaces 22 have one side 220 designed to be oblique and the other side is an arc surface 221. Flat surface 23 may be on a side opposite to the free curved surface. Two free curved surfaces may be used (41, figure 9) and the lens may be symmetrical vertically and horizontally. The lens may be used for projection of light from an LED (3, figure 7) and may be used for vehicle lamps, street lamps, flashlights or projection lights.
Patent GB-2500833-A (GB)
Title: Security fence with rigidifying channel with effectively reduced end depth by using security device.
Inventor: COCHRANE IAN DUNDONALD
IPC: E04H17/00
Filed: 2012-07-23
Abstract: The fence panel 30 is made from a mesh wire material and includes at least one channel 32 a wherein a region near the ends 60, 62 of the channel decreases or reduces in depth. The apparent depth is reduced by inserting an obstructing portion of a security device 220 into an end of the channel, wherein the obstructing portion of the security device is inclined relative to the main plane of the fence panel, and thereby effectively reduce the depth of the channel. The security device may include an anchor portion with a fixing formation and an obstructing section being inclined relative to the anchor portion. The security device is used to reduce the foothold area at the edge of the fence and provides an anti climbing feature to a strengthened fence.