baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2500405-A (GB)
Title: Adjusting a lighting surface surrounding an image in real time by user interaction with rendered image
Inventor: SEGASBY MARK
IPC: G06T15/06
Filed: 2012-03-20
Abstract: A method of interacting with a three dimensional (3D) image-based lighting surface (e.g. sphere or cuboid), in order to adjust the lighting properties of the surface, comprises: defining an image plane and user viewpoint for the lighting surface; rendering and displaying a scene containing an object in situ within the lighting surface taking into account of the image plane and user viewpoint; by way of a user interaction with the displayed scene, receiving identification of a point on the image plane; and performing ray tracing to identify a lighting surface intersection point. As independently claimed, this comprises tracing a ray from the user viewpoint through the image plane identified point and either, determining a surface intersection point of the ray with the surface or determining an object intersection point of the ray with the object, tracing a further ray either being a reflection of, or normal to, the surface of the object at the intersection point, and determining a surface intersection point of the further ray. Finally, lighting properties of the surface at or in the region of the surface intersection point are adjusted. Thus, lighting is updated in real time by user interaction with rendered images.
Patent GB-2487510-A (GB)
Title: Rotary electromagnetic actuator
Inventor: WYGNANSKI WLADYSLAW
IPC: F01L9/20
Filed: 2010-11-16
Abstract: A rotary electromagnetic actuator is provided which is suitable for opening and closing a valve for example. The actuator comprises a rotor (10), a stator (16), and a biasing arrangement (20, 100, 102, 104, 106) for applying a torque to the rotor during at least part of its rotation. A plurality of stable rest positions (200; 316, 318; 400) for the rotor are defined by forces acting on the rotor and the actuator is controllable to move the rotor from one stable rest position to another. The torque applied by the biasing arrangement varies with the rotational position of the rotor such that at a primary rest position and at least a second rest position, it is sufficiently low to enable selection of those positions, and then it increases beyond the second rest position.
Patent GB-2501929-A (GB)
Title: Augmented reality game apparatus
Inventor: KOCHI MASAMI
IPC: A63F13/00
Filed: 2012-05-11
Abstract: A method of incorporating an augmented reality video image into a virtual environment comprises detecting a state of a real-world control object, such as a game controller, captured in a video image, augmenting the video image responsive to the state of the control object, calculating trajectory parameters for an action with respect to a local co-ordinate system of the video image, responsive to the state of the control object e.g. waving the controller like a wand, embedding the augmented video image within a 3D virtual environment, calculating the trajectory parameters for the action with respect to a local co-ordinate system of the 3D virtual environment, and rendering a graphical effect corresponding to the action within the 3D virtual environment e,g. casting a spell at an object.
Patent GB-2488293-A (GB)
Title: System and method for lighting power and control system
Inventor: PETING MARK
IPC: H05B44/00
Filed: 2010-12-08
Abstract: Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) are increasingly used in illumination applications. To control multiple Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), or any other controllable light source, this document introduces a single-wire multiple-LED power and control system. Specifically, individually controlled LED units are arranged in a series configuration that is driven by a control unit located at the head of the series. Each of the individually controlled LED units may comprise more than one LED that is also individually controllable. The head-end control unit provides both electrical power and control signals down a single wire to drive all of the LED units in the series in a manner that allows each LED unit to be controlled individually or in assigned groups.
Patent GB-2503024-A (GB)
Title: Musical instrument with inductively charged wireless audio transmitter
Inventor: JEFFES ARTHUR
IPC: G10G5/00
Filed: 2012-06-14
Abstract: This application concerns a musical instrument 4 with an inbuilt microphone 44 and a radio transmitter to transmit audio monitored by the microphone. The electronics required for the audio transmission are powered by a battery 43, which is charged inductively. The inductive charging, 41. 51 may be performed by an instrument stand 5 or an instrument case itself powered by a battery. The audio transmission may be digital and may use a WLAN or Bluetooth (RTM) protocol.
Patent GB-2491495-A (GB)
Title: Reference cells for spin torque based memory device
Inventor: DEBROSSE JOHN K
IPC: G06F11/10
Filed: 2011-01-03
Abstract: A method of reading and correcting data within a memory device that includes reading each data bit of a data word using a plurality of reference cells corresponding to each data bit, performing error detection on the read data bits, and correcting a read data bit when an error is detected using error correction code (ECC) and writing each corresponding reference cells to an original memory state thereof.
Patent GB-2504471-A (GB)
Title: Method for optimized dental component milling
Inventor: ANDERSSON MATTS
IPC: A61C5/77
Filed: 2012-07-27
Abstract: A method of milling a dental component from a material block, such as using computer control and CAD/CAM assistance, comprises the steps of providing a dental component geometric data having a plurality of reference regions 540 which may be in the form of dome-shaped or n-gonal pyramid protrusions extending from the surface of the component. The reference regions 540 may be support points positioned to provide optimal robustness for fitment to a tooth. The component is milled to a first accuracy and then the reference regions 540 are milled to a second accuracy greater than said first milling operation - saving time and tool wear.
Patent GB-2506135-A (GB)
Title: Branch circuit monitor with onboard processing
Inventor: TYRRELL GERARD ANTHONY
IPC: G01R19/00
Filed: 2012-09-20
Abstract: A branch circuit monitor module 20 for monitoring electrical properties of electrical branch circuits 14 comprises one or more detectors 04, each detector 04 for measuring an electrical property on a respective branch circuit 14 and outputting a measurement signal; processing means for processing the measurement signal to generate digital output data based on the measurement signal; and means for outputting the output data. By using a modular approach to branch circuit monitoring, the user can tailor the selection of modules to his requirements; by providing digital processing means directly at the branch circuit monitor module instead of remotely, accuracy and reliability can be improved. The invention extends to a system comprising a plurality of branch circuit monitor modules. The invention also extends to a method of synchronising first and second measurement modules as well as a corresponding system.
Patent GB-2495406-A (GB)
Title: Assessing the condition of a tubular member using ultrasonic means
Inventor: KEYWORTH CRAIG
IPC: F17D5/06
Filed: 2012-10-05
Abstract: A method of assessing the condition of a tubular member comprises driving an ultrasonic probe 22 to fire a short pulse ultrasonic beam at the outer surface of the tubular member and analysing the reflected signals from the tubular member to assess its condition. The tubular member is preferably a pipe, such as a flexible riser. The method may include identifying corrosion in the armour wires of a riser, and may also include identifying the front and back walls of the armour wires. The reflected signals may be analysed to identify an interface between areas in the annulus of the pipe which are flooded, and those which are not. The probe 22 is preferably mounted adjacent to the tube, and may be moved along and around it to perform a scanning operation. The probe may be mounted on a frame 11 which is mounted to or around the pipe, and can preferentially be driven along the pipe. Alternatively, the frame 11 can be mounted on a remotely operated vehicle (ROV). An apparatus 10 includes means for converting the reflected beam into image signals which can be analysed to assess the condition of a tubular member.
Patent GB-2498028-A (GB)
Title: Touch-typing disambiguation based on distance between delimiting characters
Inventor: PASQUERO JEROME
IPC: G06F3/0488
Filed: 2011-09-08
Abstract: A method of facilitating input at an electronic device includes detecting a first touch at a first touch location on a touch-sensitive device; the first touch being associated with a first character; detecting a second touch at a second touch location on the touch-sensitive surface, the second touch being associated with a second character; when movement of one of the first touch and the second touch is detected, determining a distance between the first touch location and the second touch location, the distance being associated with a number of characters of an object; identifying candidate objects in reference data that match the number of characters and include an initial character that matches the first character and a final character that matches the second character; and displaying at least one candidate object.
Patent GB-2506855-A (GB)
Title: Spherical cosmetics container
Inventor: SUNG CHIA-MENG
IPC: A45D40/00
Filed: 2012-10-09
Abstract: A cosmetics container comprises a hollow, semi-spherical cap unit 10 and a base unit 20 assembled together with a central ring unit 30. The central ring unit 30 is attached to a circular opening of the base unit 20 and forms a structure around which the liquid product can solidify after it is poured into the container. A threaded surface 34 is provided on the central ring unit 30 for fastening the cap 10. A paste of cosmetic material may be filled into the container via a filling perforation (23, fig.2) at the bottom portion of the base unit 20. The outer surface of the cap unit 10 and base units 20 may be of a double-layered structure formed of different materials such that the outer appearance of the container can have decorative designs.
Patent GB-2507813-A (GB)
Title: Inspecting seals of items
Inventor: NIEMELA KARRI
IPC: G01B11/00
Filed: 2012-11-13
Abstract: A measuring apparatus (200) is provided for inspecting a seal (50) of an item (20). The measuring apparatus (200) includes a radiation source (510, 520) for providing radiation for illuminating the seal (50) of the item (20), a detector (530, 540) for receiving radiation from the item (20) for generating a corresponding detected signal, and a processing arrangement (160) for processing the detected signal to generate an output signal indicative of a state of the seal (50). The radiation source (510, 520) is arranged to focus the radiation into a plurality of focal points at the seal (50) of the item (20), wherein the focal points are mutually spatially spaced apart. Moreover, the detector (530, 540) is arranged to image one or more of the focal points and to be selectively sensitive to an intensity of radiation received from the one or more focal points to generate a detected signal. Furthermore, the measuring apparatus (200) includes a processing arrangement (160) for receiving the detected signal and for processing the detected signal to generate the output signal indicative of the state of the seal (50).
Patent GB-2496979-A (GB)
Title: Marine harness with rear mounted tow attachment
Inventor: MEAD OSCAR EDWARD
IPC: A62B35/00
Filed: 2012-11-22
Abstract: A marine harness 1 comprises a tow attachment 2, the tow attachment being such that a person wearing the harness can be towed along by way of attaching a tow line (20, Fig 7) to the attachment. The tow attachment is arranged rearwardly of the harness. The tow attachment may comprise a loop formation or a D-shaped eyelet 10. The harness may comprise a first portion 3 arranged to extend around a wearers    torso and a second portion 5 arranged to extend over a wearers    shoulders. The tow attachment may comprise a webbing or strapping bridle extension 3 that extends between the eyelet and a rearward region of the harness. The harness may be a lifejacket harness.
Patent GB-2498835-A (GB)
Title: Determining the order for locking resources based on the differences in the time a lock is retained for different locking orders
Inventor: KOHNO NORIAKI
IPC: G06F9/52
Filed: 2012-11-29
Abstract: In a data processing system, resources, such as database records, are locked by applications, which may need to lock several resources at the same time. To prevent deadlocks, the resources are locked in the same order by every application. The order is chosen to minimise the time the resources are locked. The number of lock requests for each resource may be counted and the resources locked in ascending order of the number of lock requests. Alternatively, the lock requests may be ordered based on the total time spent waiting for an initial lock on a resource plus the total time between an initial lock acquisition and a subsequent lock request. In this case, the total times may be estimated by multiplying the average time for all resources by the number of lock requests for a specific resource. The order of locking may be changed on a daily or monthly basis.
Patent GB-2499895-A (GB)
Title: Torque control device for a downhole drilling assembly
Inventor: CROWLEY DANIEL BRENDAN
IPC: E21B17/07
Filed: 2013-02-12
Abstract: A torque control device 10 for a downhole drilling assembly 12. The torque control device is adapted for connection to a drill bit 26, and has an outer sleeve 32 and an inner shaft 22, the outer sleeve being movable longitudinally relative to the inner shaft. The device also has a cylinder 46, a piston 40 located within the cylinder, and a controller 44 to control the volume of the cylinder. Changing the volume of the cylinder may cause relative longitudinal movement between the outer sleeve and the inner shaft. The controller may receive inputs from a torque sensor 52 and/or an accelerometer in order to determine if a threshold torque has been exceeded. The controller may comprise a rotary valve (66, 136, figure 4) which automatically responds to torque in the assembly.
Patent GB-2512911-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to bi-fold door assemblies
Inventor: ARMES CHRIS
IPC: E06B3/80
Filed: 2013-04-11
Abstract: The invention relates to reinforcing members for bi-fold door assemblies to address the problems of poor rigidity and unacceptably large degrees of expansion and contraction associated with conventional bi-fold doors. . An elongate reinforcing member 30, (130 figure 4), for reinforcing a first frame member (106 figure 4) of a door panel (100 figure 4) in a bi-fold door assembly, comprises a reinforcing member body 32 which has first and second ends 34, 36. At least one end 34, 36 includes a locator member 38 that defines a datum formation 40 against which a secondary reinforcing element 42 is abuttable to position the secondary reinforcing element (42) relative to a second frame member (108 figure 4) of the associated door panel (100 figure 4).
Patent GB-2505287-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle remote function system using ultra-wide band transmissions
Inventor: BAUMAN JASON
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 2013-06-24
Abstract: A vehicle remote function system 10 and method is provided for determining a location of a fob 26 relative to a vehicle 12. The system includes a controller 24 adapted to be mounted in the vehicle and configured for communication with a plurality of antennas 22 mounted at different vehicle locations, the controller for use in determining the location of the fob based on ultra-wide band wireless signals 28 transmitted between the antennas and the fob. The controller is configured to locate the fob within one of multiple three-dimensional zones 14, 16, one of the zones configured to have a non-spherical shape. The non-spherical shaped zone may surround the exterior of the vehicle or may be located within the vehicle interior. The zone may be positioned to one side of the vehicle and may have a volume less than the volume of a person. The plurality of antennas may be positioned inside the vehicle headliner 30 or dashboard 32 and, with the controller, may be used to locate the fob using one of a Kalman filter, triangulation or trilateration methods.
Patent GB-2502005-A (GB)
Title: Screen printing device and screen printing method
Inventor: TANAKA TETSUYA
IPC: B41F15/08
Filed: 2012-03-02
Abstract: In the present invention, in a screening operation by a closed squeegee mechanism (13) having therewithin the configuration of a compressed paste (P) filling from a printing aperture (35a) between a pair of sliding members (34A, 34B): before the filling of the paste into pattern holes (12a) via the printing aperture (35a), the sliding member (34B) positioned on the front side in the direction of squeegeeing of the pair of sliding members (34A, 34B) is moved in the squeegeeing direction, by which means the paste (P) supplied to the outside of the closed squeegee mechanism (13) at the upper surface of a mesh mask (12) fills the inside of the pattern holes (12a).
Patent GB-2517798-A (GB)
Title: Telescopic pick-up rake
Inventor: KENDALL ARNOLD REGINALD
IPC: A01D7/10
Filed: 2013-09-03
Abstract: A pick-up rake comprises of a handle 4 with primary and auxiliary rake heads and a sleeve 1 slidable longitudinally along the handle. The sleeve operates a pick-up mechanism 2 via a hinge 3 to enable the secondary rake head to be opened or closed. The weight of the sleeve maintains the pick-up mechanism in an open position when the handle 4 is used for normal raking. The pick-up rake may also have a locking mechanism 5 to maintain the auxiliary rake head in either an open or closed position. A torch attachment 6 may also be attached to the sleeve so that the pick-up rake can be used in low light conditions. The pick-up rake is easier to use than a normal rake and shovel combination and may reduce the possibility of back injury.
Patent GB-2518365-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for volumetric estimation of heated water
Inventor: KIM SUYEON
IPC: F24H9/20
Filed: 2013-09-18
Abstract: An apparatus for estimating heated water is adapted for use with a hot water tank 2 having a cold water inlet 8 at a bottom of the tank and a heated water outlet 6 at a top of the tank. An internal heat source 4 such as a heat exchange coil or immersion heater heats water in the tank. The apparatus includes a control unit 14 and first 10 and second 12 temperature sensors, measuring water temperature at the bottom of the tank or at the inlet and water temperature at a point between the top and bottom of the tank, ideally at the same height as the heat source, respectively. The control unit derives temperature profiles of the water within the tank using the measurements. Each profile has a section of constant temperature gradient which approximates the temperature gradient within an intermediate volume fraction of the tank, and a first section of substantially constant temperature which approximates the substantially constant temperature within a top volume fraction of the tank. The variation of temperature profiles over time are used to estimate the volume of heated water drawn off from the tank or the amount of heated water available.
Patent GB-2521378-A (GB)
Title: Fitness weight interfacing mechanism
Inventor: HOWARD GAVIN ANTHONY
IPC: A63B21/075
Filed: 2013-12-17
Abstract: A male key 7, 8, 9, 10 and female keyway mechanism 3, 4, 5, 6 designed to be integrated into a fitness weight system. The system will preferably have corresponding male and female patterns which are utilised to ensure that only matching patterns can be integrated together. The two parts will only integrate if the male key pattern are the correct dimension, orientation and location to allow fitment of the female keyway.
Patent GB-2512455-A (GB)
Title: Ship course obstruction warning transport
Inventor: BALLOU PHILIP J
IPC: B63B35/00
Filed: 2014-02-03
Abstract: An unmanned aquatic surface vehicle 104 for detecting and locating hazards is disclosed. The vehicle includes a propulsion system (304, Fig 3) configured to impart a propulsive force to the vehicle and a steering system (306, Fig 3) configured to impart a change in the direction of travel of the vehicle. A navigation system (316, Fig 3) may be included to detect the location, direction, and motion of the vehicle. A hazard detection system (308, Fig 3) is configured to detect and locate at least one of a subsurface, surface or above-water hazard. A communications device (310, Fig 3) configured to transmit hazard data associated with a detected hazard to a remote receiver. A control station (202, Fig 2) is able to control the vehicle, and receive and display information about hazards detected by the unmanned aquatic surface vehicle.
Patent GB-2511253-A (GB)
Title: Drive circuit for piezoelectric element
Inventor: OKAGUCHI KENJIRO
IPC: H01L41/04
Filed: 2012-11-20
Abstract: A drive circuit (10) for a piezoelectric element is equipped with, an H-bridge circuit (11), a low-pass filter (LPF) differential amplifier circuit (12), an amplifier circuit (13), and an inverting circuit (14). First and second drive signals, each having a reversed phase with respect to the other, are outputted from the H-bridge circuit (11) and applied to a piezoelectric element (P). The voltage at both ends of a resistor (15) connected to a first output terminal (12) of the H-bridge circuit (11) is inputted to the LPF differential amplifier circuit (12). Harmonic content of differential signals outputted from the LPF differential amplifier circuit (12) is controlled by a low-pass filter function, and the slew rate of the differential signals is reduced. Accordingly, the slew rates of first and second control signals inputted to first and second input terminals (IN1, IN2) of the H-bridge circuit (11) are reduced. As a result, the waveform of the first and second control signals becomes step-shaped, and the harmonic content of the first and second control signals is controlled.
Patent GB-2528700-A (GB)
Title: Lawnmower blade attachments
Inventor: CUNNINGHAM BRIAN PATRICK
IPC: A01G1/12
Filed: 2014-07-29
Abstract: A brush attachment for a lawnmower blade 201 having a cutting surface and a wing element, the brush attachment comprising: a brush head 100 having a plurality of bristles extending from a first side of the brush head; a first slot 103 in the brush head configured to operably accept the cutting surface of the lawnmower blade, the first slot being dimensioned to allow presentation of the cutting surface into the head in a direction substantially perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the blade; and an engagement surface 104 configured to operably engage with the wing element 203.
Patent GB-2514278-A (GB)
Title: A method for combined cleaning and plugging in a well and a flushing tool for flushing in a well
Inventor: LARSEN ARNE GUNNAR
IPC: E21B43/11
Filed: 2013-03-06
Abstract: A method for the combined perforation, cleaning, and the subsequent plugging of a longitudinal section (LI) of a well (1), the well (1) being provided with two pipe bodies (5, 7) placed substantially concentrically, and the method including the following steps: (A) lowering a perforation tool (31) into the innermost pipe body (5) to said longitudinal section (LI); (B) forming perforations (51, 71) in both pipe bodies (5, 7) along the longitudinal section (LI) by means of the perforation tool (31); (C) cleaning said longitudinal section (LI) by means of a flushing tool (33) which is attached to a lower portion of a string (3) allowing through-flow; (D) pumping a fluidized plugging material (37) down the string (3) and into the innermost pipe body (5) at the longitudinal section (LI); and (E) placing the fluidized plugging material (37) in the innermost pipe body (5), and thereby also into the entire cross section of the well (1) via the perforations (51, 71) within the longitudinal section (LI). A flushing tool (33) for cleaning said longitudinal section (LI) of the well (1) is described as well.