baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2490541-A (GB)
Title: Reinforced door with frame and panels
Inventor: OWEN BARRY SIMON
IPC: E06B3/72
Filed: 2011-05-06
Abstract: A reinforced door comprising a framework 20 and a panel 10, wherein a reinforcement 50 is arranged to penetrate the framework 20 and protrude into the panel 10. The reinforcement 50 may be in the form of an elongate metallic member, such as a rod or bar. Multiple reinforcements may be used around the periphery of the door, and they may be formed as a single unit. A method of reinforcing a door is also disclosed comprising forming a channel through a frame, forming a channel at least partially through a panel, inserting a reinforcing member through the frame in the panel and securing the reinforcement to the frame. The fastening means may be a screw 52 or adhesive. The reinforcement is designed to prevent the panel being kicked in or removed following removal of the beading 30.
Patent GB-2493505-A (GB)
Title: Fan assembly with two nozzle sections
Inventor: STANIFORTH MARK JOSEPH
IPC: F04D25/08
Filed: 2011-07-27
Abstract: A fan assembly 10 includes a nozzle 14 having a first section 16 having a first air inlet 28, a first air outlet 30, and a first interior passage 46 for conveying air from the first air inlet to the first air outlet. The nozzle also has a second section 18 having a second air inlet 54, a second air outlet 56, and a second interior passage 58 for conveying air from the second air inlet to the second air outlet. The sections of the nozzle define a bore through which air from outside the fan assembly is drawn by air emitted from the nozzle. The fan assembly further includes a first user-operable system for generating a first air flow through the first interior passage, and a second user-operable system for generating a second air flow through the second interior passage. The first user-operable system is selectively operable separately from the second user-operable system.
Patent GB-2482587-A (GB)
Title: Diagnostic devices in a process control environment.
Inventor: SCHLEISS DUNCAN
IPC: G05B23/02
Filed: 2011-07-27
Abstract: In order to facilitate seamless integration of process control devices in a process control system 200, an integrated seamless diagnostic device 65 collects diagnostic data related to the operation of, or problems associated with, one communication link 44 that supports one process control protocol but communicates the collected diagnostic data to other entities in the process control system via another communication link 66 that supports a different process control protocol. As a result, problems with the communication link 44 monitored by the integrated seamless diagnostic device 65 can be reported to the appropriate entities in the process control system 200 as they occur and without unwanted delay.
Patent GB-2493355-A (GB)
Title: Fire door with drop limiter to maintain door placement in frame
Inventor: BURRELL CHRISTOPHER JOHN
IPC: E06B5/16
Filed: 2011-08-01
Abstract: A fire-retardant closure, i.e. a door 2, mounted in a frame such that there is fire-tight abutment between the door at each perimeter edge 3 4 5 other than the lower edge where there is a gap between the door and the sill and a drop limiter provided on the frame and/or the sill such that if the door drops whilst in use the abutment between the door and each edge is maintained. During a fire it is common for the hinges to fail, this causes the door to drop closing the required gap between the bottom of the door and sill and removing the fire-tight seal between the other edges of the door and frame. A drop limiter in the form of a plate 20a/b is located under the door such that if the hinges fail, the door is blocked from falling and held upwards by the plates. An intumescent seal may be provided along the bottom edge of the door, preferably the material is a soft char or hard char producer.
Patent GB-2483010-A (GB)
Title: Data communication using 2D bar codes
Inventor: TSAI JIANN-AN
IPC: G06V30/224
Filed: 2010-04-26
Abstract: A Two-Dimensional (2D) code receiver and transmitter, and methods for their operation in a 2D code communication system, are provided. The method for operating the 2D code receiver includes receiving a sequence of 2D codes from a 2D code transmitter having data encoded therein, wherein the 2D codes of the sequence are received in succession, and decoding the received a sequence of 2D codes into the data.
Patent GB-2498765-A (GB)
Title: Discovery signalling in a device-to-device communication system
Inventor: HAKOLA SAMI-JUKKA
IPC: H04W76/02
Filed: 2012-01-27
Abstract: A first device receives a device-to-device D2D discovery signal which indicates that a second device which sent it does not have a cellular connection and/or is requesting relay to a network broader than a D2D network. In response, the first device engages in a search to find a cellular access node and reports its search results via D2D signalling. In non-limiting embodiments the indication can be explicit or may be implicit in the signal coding; the discovery signals of all devices are sent in periodic discovery signal intervals (204A-F) and any indication in a first discovery signal interval (204C) that a device needs a cellular connection triggers a common search by all the D2D devices in a second common search interval (208D) which is previous to the next discovery signal interval (204D) after the first (204C). The search results are reported in that next discovery signal interval (204D).
Patent GB-2488697-A (GB)
Title: Deploying an electrically-activated tool into a subsea well
Inventor: WILSON STEVE
IPC: E21B19/00
Filed: 2010-11-08
Abstract: An apparatus for use with a subsea well includes a lubricator configured to attach to subsea wellhead equipment, an electrically-activated tool, and a coiled tubing attached to the electrically-activated tool. The electrically-activated tool is initially provided in the lubricator to allow for deployment of the electrically-activated tool on the coiled tubing into the subsea well. Multiple tools may be deployed independently from within the lubricator to latch into a concentric electrical connector within the well which may also act as a switch. A concentric electrical connector will permit the passage of a tool through the body of the connector retaining full bore access when the tool is withdrawn.
Patent GB-2492484-A (GB)
Title: Outlet box of variable lid recess
Inventor: WRINCH CAROLINE NANCY
IPC: H02G3/08
Filed: 2012-06-29
Abstract: An outlet box for electrical components for insertion into a floor opening, has a lid 1 with a recess and at least one outlet flap 3 to allow cables into the box when the lid is in a closed position. The flap may be spring-loaded and may be dimensioned to open automatically when the lid is closed with a cable in place. The flap protects the cables when the lid is closed. The lid can be manufactured to allow different depths of floor covering by adjusting the height of the lid base or by using packing pieces.
Patent GB-2503659-A (GB)
Title: Latch releasing mechanism
Inventor: NORCOTT STUART LESLIE
IPC: E05B65/10
Filed: 2012-06-29
Abstract: A mechanism for releasing one or more latches on a door in response to actuation of an activation device, comprises a casing 22, an activation member 20 rotatably mounted in the casing to rotate from a first position to a second position, upon actuation of the activation device 2, a first slide member 24 and slidable from a first position to a second position in an end to end direction, the activation member 20 being coupled to the first slide member 24 such that when the activation member is rotated from its first position to its second position the first slide member 24 is driven from its first position to its second position, and a second slide member (30 Fig 3) mounted for sliding movement in a side-to-side direction from a first position to a second position, the first slide member 24 coupled, preferably via a camming engagement of inclined faces, to the second slide member 30 such that when the first slide member is driven from its first position to its second position the second slide member is driven from its first position to its second position for releasing the one or more latches, e.g. as on a push bar on a fire door or panic door.
Patent GB-2503747-A (GB)
Title: Micro liquefied natural gas plant with no loss turbo compressor
Inventor: PEAKMAN KEVIN
IPC: F25J1/02
Filed: 2012-07-06
Abstract: A micro LNG plant employing a refrigeration industry no loss turbo compressor in the micro LNG plant design. This design provides the advantages of micro scale LNG plants, including the production of on demand, on site LNG with minimized distribution costs, with a unit capital to product rate ratio equivalent to that achieved by small scale LNG plants and the process efficiency of large scale LNG plants.
Patent GB-2489369-A (GB)
Title: Processing of geological data
Inventor: BAKKE JAN A YSTEIN HAAVIG
IPC: G01V1/28
Filed: 2010-12-03
Abstract: A method of processing data points distributed throughout a geological volume is described. In the method, each data point is associated with respective geological attributes. The method provides for: coding the geological attributes of each data point as a respective character string; compiling a query character string defining sought geological attributes of an arrangement of one or more data points; searching the coded geological attributes for arrangements of data points having geological attributes matching the query character string; and identifying matched data points.
Patent GB-2494298-A (GB)
Title: Bond activation and coupling reactions on anisotropic surfaces
Inventor: ZHONG DINGYONG
IPC: B01J23/52
Filed: 2012-08-31
Abstract: A method for activating covalent bonds (including alkyl C H bond) and coupling reactions at specific sites of the reactant molecules by surface conÂ­straint. In said method an anisotropic surface with a one-dimensional constraint is used as the platform and catalyst for the reactions. The reactions include dimerization and. polymerization, depending on the structure of the respective molecules. The surface may be gold {110}, platinum{110}, iridium {110}, or iron {211}, or alloys thereof, but is preferably gold {110}. More preferably, the gold {110} surface has a missing-row construction induced by organic molecules, most preferably having a 1x2 and 1x3 reconstruction. Preferred reactant molecules include alyl-containing molecules, more preferably alaknes, most preferably dotriacontane, di(eicosanyl)benzene (DEB), eicosanylbenzene (EB), 1-(octadecyl)thymine and/or 9-(dodecyl)adenine. The activation and coupling reactions are preferably performed at temperatures up to 300 degrees Celsius.
Patent GB-2494093-A (GB)
Title: Methods and kits for detecting an infectious agent
Inventor: ZHANG AIGUO
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2010-06-30
Abstract: The present invention provides methods and kits for determining the presence, absence, or level of an infectious agent in a sample. Specifically, the present invention provides methods and kits for detecting or quantifying certain target polynucleotides of the infectious agent. In certain embodiments, the present invention provides for such detection without the need for amplification (e.g., replication) of the target molecule and/or without the need for labor intensive purification procedures. In certain embodiments, the present invention provides positive control and housekeeping gene for normalization and quantatively detection of the copy numbers of infectious agent in a sample. In these or other embodiments, the invention allows for such detection with the desired sensitivity and/or specificity, even where the polynucleotide is present in the sample at low copy number.
Patent GB-2509723-A (GB)
Title: Invoking web services that are determined at the time of execution
Inventor: WURTH EMMANUEL
IPC: G06F9/54
Filed: 2013-01-10
Abstract: A method of invoking a web service in a software application comprises providing a software application comprising a machine-readable description of a functionality 105 to be supported by a web service to be invoked and a machine-readable description of an execution instruction 110 for the web service to be invoked, and determining a web service 115 that supports the function to be supported and the execution instruction. Determining a web service may comprise analyzing the description of a functionality to be supported so as to determine search parameters, and using these in conjunction with a web service search application (Figure 2). If several web services are identified as suitable, one may be selected in accordance with predetermined selection criteria such as age, version, cost, domain, processing requirements or historical use. The method provides for dynamic run-time resolution of a required web service, which reduces coupling to a specific web service during program development.
Patent GB-2499508-A (GB)
Title: Liquid jet head having a plurality of head chips
Inventor: KOSEKI OSAMU
IPC: B41J2/14
Filed: 2013-01-25
Abstract: A liquid jet head 1 includes a plurality of head chips 2a, 2b each including an actuator portion 3a, 3b and a nozzle plate 4a, 4b. The actuator portions 3a, 3b each includes a filter 7a, 7b; a first liquid chamber 5a, 5b communicating to a downstream side of the filter 7a, 7b; a channel 8a, 8b communicating to the first liquid chamber 5a, 5b, for inducing pressure on liquid therein; and an electrode terminal 10a, 10b for transmitting a drive signal to the channel 8a, 8b. The head chips 2a, 2b each include the nozzle plate 4a, 4b bonded to a first end face F1a, F1b of each actuator portion 3a, 3b. The nozzle plates 4a, 4b are provided so that surfaces thereof flush with one another. This enables inspection of the respective head chips 2a, 2b before the respective head chips 2a, 2b are laminated and assembled, so that only head chips which have passed inspection can be laminated and assembled.
Patent GB-2502892-A (GB)
Title: Belt with removable pods
Inventor: CORBETT AMY
IPC: A45C1/00
Filed: 2013-05-28
Abstract: A transportable system comprises of a belt 1 to which attach a series of detachable pods 2 with varying function. The belt may be configured as a clothing accessory, such as an accessory to attach around the waist of a child or infant, or configured to be worn as a bandolier. The pods may be configured to store items needed for travel. The system can be used by a child or guardian as a means of providing entertainment during travel.
Patent GB-2514783-A (GB)
Title: Over pressure venting system
Inventor: MOLLOY MATTHEW
IPC: E06B5/12
Filed: 2013-06-03
Abstract: An over pressure venting system is suitable to be mounted in the wall or roof of a building that may be subject to over pressure events. The system includes a uPVC frame 2 fixed in the wall or roof and a vent panel 1 fixed on two externally mounted hinges 3, which are in turn fixed to the external face of the frame section. The panel is normally held in its closed position using a spring-loaded ball catch that has been calibrated to release at a preset pressure. The ball catch is optionally a twin ball catch 5. The system may also have a spring operated closing restrictor 17 located on the lower edge of the panel which stops the panel from closing fully immediately after an overpressure event. Preferably, a rubber seal 6 is provided. A panel restrictor may be used to limit the angular travel of the vent.
Patent GB-2509197-A (GB)
Title: Method of making a decorative coloured piece of glass
Inventor: SHIU KIN WAH
IPC: B05C17/06
Filed: 2013-07-24
Abstract: A method of making a piece of coloured glass with steps comprising: covering a layer of glass with a patterned protective film, removing the pattern from the protective film, sand blasting the surface of the glass where the pattern is removed, cleaning the sand blasted glass and coating oil on the surface of the sand blasted glass. The pattern may be obtained on protective film by drawing it on and cutting it with a vinyl cutter. The method can also include the step of fixing the protective film on the glass by using a hot air gun. The method can also include the step of drying the glass after it is cleaned and/or after the oil or paint has been applied; this may take place in an oven or just by being left out to dry. The method can also include the step of adhering at least two pieces of glass together; this may be done using ultraviolet glue. The step of cleaning the glass may be done using an ultrasonic cleaning machine. The oil used could also be paint. The protective film may be removed from the glass after the sand blasting has occurred. The particles used in the sand blasting process may be silicon carbide. Trichloroethylene can be used to clean the glass.
Patent GB-2512157-A (GB)
Title: A method of controlling a fuel supply system
Inventor: LANE STUART
IPC: F02D41/38
Filed: 2013-11-26
Abstract: Disclosed is a method of controlling a fuel supply system 100 of an engine 10 in which an engine driven high pressure fuel pump 130 is operated to provide either an optimum demand level providing optimum pump efficiency for the current engine speed or at a zero demand level unless a fuel accumulator 140 empty and the current fuel demand exceeds the maximum quantity of fuel that can be provided by the high pressure fuel pump.
Patent GB-2521606-A (GB)
Title: Method and apparatus for transition encoding in video coding and decoding
Inventor: GISQUET CHRISTOPHE
IPC: H04N19/186
Filed: 2013-12-20
Abstract: Level values or indexes / indices used for encoding a coding unit of an image according to a palette mode (HEVC) are encoded based on the use of patterns (see fig. 15) to predict the level value in order to avoid their transmission. Transmission is avoided when the value may be predicted based on the neighbourhood of the pixel to encode. This neighbourhood is matched against stored patterns so as to predict the level value due to the repetitive occurrence of these patterns. A pattern table is saved in addition to the palette table. This pattern table is constructed symmetrically by the encoder and the decoder and allows to retrieve some predicted level values and to avoid their transmission. The stored patterns may be updated with a current index / level, e.g. after the index does not correspond to a stored pattern a number of times. Effective encoding of screen content, i.e. non-natural scenes, is provided by the methods disclosed.
Patent GB-2522037-A (GB)
Title: Test arrangement
Inventor: OVERTON PAUL ROBERT
IPC: G01R31/28
Filed: 2014-01-10
Abstract: A test arrangement for use in determining the location of a fault in an installation 10 comprising at least first and second conductors 22, 24 providing electrical connections between a surface located device 12 and a subsea located device 20, the test arrangement comprising a first module 26 operable to apply a common test signal between ground and the first and second conductors and a second module 28 operable to monitor the total current flowing through the first and second conductors at a subsea location. The signal may be an AC test signal. Also disclosed is a sensor module comprising a loop adapted to encircle at least one conductor.
Patent GB-2522266-A (GB)
Title: Sensor system
Inventor: NALDRETT GARTH
IPC: E21B47/00
Filed: 2014-01-21
Abstract: A sensor system 5 for determining at least one property of a fluid in a wellbore 10, pipeline or conduit includes at least one acoustic generator 40a, 40b, 40c, the acoustic generator being operable to transmit an acoustic beam or signal through the fluid, in use; and at least one distributed acoustic sensor 20 (DAS), the DAS being configured to detect and/or measure the acoustic beams or signals passing through at least a portion of the fluid at a plurality of measurement locations. The sensor system is configured to determine the at least one property of the fluid from the acoustic beams or signals detected or measured at the plurality of measurement locations. The acoustic generator maybe remotely operable and the sensor may comprise at least one optical fibre.
Patent GB-2509410-A (GB)
Title: Multilateral location and orientation assembly
Inventor: WOLF JOHN
IPC: E21B41/00
Filed: 2012-08-02
Abstract: A location and orientation assembly suitable for use in a multi-lateral wellbore may include a coupling portion, an upper muleshoe, a muleshoe spacer and a bottom muleshoe. The bottom muleshoe may connect to the coupling portion through a threaded connection. A method for locating and orienting in a multi-lateral wellbore includes providing a locating and orientation assembly. In the orientation assembly a coupling portion is provided and an upper muleshoe is inserted into the coupling portion. A muleshoe spacer is inserted into the coupling portion so as to matingly contact the upper muleshoe portion. Part of a bottom muleshoe is inserted into the coupling portion so as to matingly contact the muleshoe spacer. The coupling portion is jointed to the bottom muleshoe by a threaded connection.
Patent GB-2508748-A (GB)
Title: Formation of metal nanospheres and microspheres
Inventor: HONG AUGUSTIN J
IPC: H01L31/0352
Filed: 2012-08-29
Abstract: Hemispheres (18) and spheres (28) are formed and employed for a plurality of applications. Hemispheres (18) are employed to form a substrate having an upper surface and a lower surface (12). The upper surface includes peaks of pillars (10) which have a base attached to the lower surface. The peaks have a density defined at the upper surface by an array of hemispherical metal structures (18) that act as a mask during an etch to remove substrate material down to the lower surface during formation of the pillars. The pillars are dense and uniform and include a microscale average diameter. The spheres are formed as independent metal spheres or nanoparticles for other applications.
Patent GB-2525008-A (GB)
Title: Spark-Gap Switch
Inventor: OWEN MARK
IPC: H01T2/02
Filed: 2014-04-09
Abstract: A spark-gap switch circuit comprises a spark-gap switch 12 comprising first and second electrodes 12a, 12c defining a spark gap. A trigger electrode 12b is positioned between the first and second electrodes. A charge storing device 11a is arranged in parallel with the spark-gap switch and is arranged for discharging across the spark gap to deliver energy to a load 13. The circuit is arranged to operate in a first phase during which the charge storing device is progressively charged such that the potential difference across both the charge storing device and the spark-gap switch progressively increases. During this first phase, the potential of the trigger electrode also progressively increases so as to avoid premature triggering of a spark between the trigger electrode and either of the first and second electrodes (12a, 12c). The circuit is also arranged to operate in a second phase, after the charge storing device is sufficiently charged to be able to discharge across the spark gap when triggered, during which the potential of the trigger electrode is progressively further increased. As such, initial triggering of the spark gap switch may be achieved using smaller trigger components (e.g. trigger pulse generator 15) than previously possible.