baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2393116-A (GB)
Title: self inflated air cushioned bed
Inventor: TSAI JEN-HSIU
IPC: A47C27/08
Filed: 2002-09-18
Abstract: A self inflated air cushioned bed includes a base, multiple air units each provided with at least two air cells securely mounted on top of a substrate and at least one unidirectional valve mounted on the substrate to allow air to flow into the at least two air cells, and an expanding device received in each one of the at least two air cells in each of the multiple air units to maintain the at least two air cells in each of the air units to be expanded. When the at least two air cells of each of the air units are expanded due to the expanding device, the at least one unidirectional valve allows air to flow into the at least two air cells of each of the air units so that the air units are maintained inflated.
Patent GB-2386448-A (GB)
Title: Prediction of instructions in a data processing apparatus
Inventor: OLDFIELD WILLIAM HENRY
IPC: G06F9/38
Filed: 2002-10-15
Abstract: The present invention provides a data processing apparatus and method for predicting instructions in a data processing apparatus. The data processing apparatus comprises a processor core for executing instructions from any of a plurality of instruction sets, and a prefetch unit for prefetching instructions from a memory prior to sending those instructions to the processor core for execution. Further, prediction logic is used to predict which instructions should be prefetched by the prefetch unit, the prediction logic being arranged to review a prefetched instruction to predict whether execution of that prefetched instruction will cause a change in instruction flow, 350, 355 and if so to indicate to the prefetch unit an address within the memory from which a next instruction should be retrieved. Furthermore, in accordance with the present invention, the prediction logic is arranged to predict whether the prefetched instruction will additionally cause a change in instruction set, 430 and if so to cause an instruction set identification signal to be generated for sending to the processor core to indicate the instruction set to which the next instruction belongs. This provides a particularly efficient technique for enabling the processor core to switch between different instruction sets.
Patent GB-2379690-A (GB)
Title: Routing a communication line next to an expandable tubing
Inventor: SCHETKY L MCD
IPC: E21B43/08
Filed: 2001-10-18
Abstract: A method of routing a communication line in a well involves deploying an expandable tubing (80) in the well, routing a communication line adjacent the expandable tubing (80) and expanding the expandable tubing (80). The expandable tubing (80) may be a bistable tubing formed from bistable cells. The tubing may have a thick strut (90) between a number of cells, with a communication line passageway (92), along which the communication line can be routed. A sensor may also be attached to the expandable tubing (80).
Patent GB-2379379-A (GB)
Title: Composite bowl
Inventor: JERSTROM GOERAN
IPC: A47J43/07
Filed: 2001-06-19
Abstract: A composite bowl (10) has a seamless, one-piece, stainless steel inner body (11) with a covering or outer body (20) formed of a flexible and resilient frictional material. The outer body (20) has an enlarged bead (26) around the rim of the bowl and the stainless inner body (11) is rolled around the bead (26). Fig 1 shows a side view of the composite bowl.
Patent GB-2382095-A (GB)
Title: Method of water control in a subterranean formation
Inventor: DAWSON JEFFREY C
IPC: C08F220/58
Filed: 1999-11-25
Abstract: A method for treating a subterranean formation comprises:<BR> ```introducing a water control treatment fluid into said formation, said water control treatment fluid comprising a copolymer and an aqueous base fluid;<BR> ```wherein said copolymer comprises a hydrophilic monomeric unit and a first anchoring monomeric unit;<BR> ```wherein said first anchoring monomeric unit is based on at least one of N-vinylformamide, N,N-diallylacetamide, or a mixture thereof; and<BR> ```wherein said water control treatment fluid is introduced into said subterranean formation prior to introducing a stimulation fluid into said subterranean formation. Preferably the hydrophilic monomer is based on acrylamidomethylpropanesulfonio acid.
Patent GB-2399506-A (GB)
Title: A putter which produces a tone when the ball is struck
Inventor: HICKS DAVID RAYMOND
IPC: A63B53/04
Filed: 2003-02-27
Abstract: A putter which generates a sonic feed back to the golfer comprises a putter head with slots in the head which produce a tone when the ball is struck. The slots may be parallel to the face of the putter, or may vary in width or direction to provide different tones. Some slots may turn towards the back of the putter to enable weights to be attached to the front face.
Patent GB-2404061-A (GB)
Title: Warning vehicles on a racetrack audibly or visually about incidents which require action via receivers in the vehicles
Inventor: BYWATER JOHN
IPC: G08G1/0962
Filed: 2003-07-12
Abstract: The invention relates to an improved method of communication to a rider or driver of a track or road racing vehicle that an incident has occurred and urgent action must be taken. There may be one or more transmitters which send signals to receivers mounted in the competing machines and the driver or rider is warned via a visual or audible indicator. The transmitters and receivers may be arranged in conjunction with onboard transponders to allow warnings appropriate to the sector of the track which they are in.
Patent GB-2405297-A (GB)
Title: Data distribution
Inventor: TEMPLE STEPHEN ROBIN
IPC: H04N7/167
Filed: 2003-08-20
Abstract: An audio/visual programming content broadcasting service is provided to a user. Programming content ("content data") is prestored on storage module 7 of a user's storage terminal 1 and/or content data is downloaded from content data provider 19. The content data is encrypted and is of no use to the user in the form stored in storage module 7. Schedule data provider 15 transmits to the user's storage terminal 1, via mobile telecommunications network e.g. GSM or UMTS network 17, data controlling the times and dates at which the content data is to be made available to the user. The schedule data also includes data enabling decryption of the content data. Schedule data therefore controls the distribution of the content data to the user's television monitor 3 and/or audio system 5 so that the video/audio programming available to the user can be controlled. Advantageously, the CPU 13 of the storage module 1 provides a graphical user interface 23 by means of the television monitor 3 in order to allow the user to respond to particular content data - for example, to purchase that content data for unrestricted future viewing/listening or to purchase a product or service advertised by the content data. In further embodiments a) the content data is transmitted to the storage terminal at a time when network use is low; b) the location of the storage terminal may be determined and the content data delivered to the storage terminal may be varied in dependence on the location.
Patent GB-2387989-A (GB)
Title: Housing for a telephone apparatus
Inventor: SAYED ASHLEY
IPC: H04M1/725
Filed: 2002-02-20
Abstract: A telephone apparatus comprises a transceiver module including electronic and electro-mechanical components for carrying out all essential functions of the apparatus. Front and rear housing members are releasably mountable to the apparatus by a user of the apparatus so as to enclose the module and thereby define the external appearance of the apparatus.
Patent GB-2408680-A (GB)
Title: Seat cover
Inventor: KELLY GILLIAN
IPC: A47C31/11
Filed: 2003-09-16
Abstract: A seat cover for a dining chair is waterproof and made of a plastics material. The cover can either be transparent or have various designs. It may have an elasticated underbelly 2 to grip onto the dining room chair. It has an adjustable fastening which is preferably a stud 6 on an elastic tab 4 which stud can engage with one of three stud receiving parts 1.
Patent GB-2406591-A (GB)
Title: Centraliser for drill or production strings
Inventor: SCHMIDT KARL
IPC: E21B17/10
Filed: 2003-09-17
Abstract: A drill pipe 9 includes blades 5 and a wear protection band 6. The blades and band are formed of composite material and are either bonded or pre-moulded to the drill pipe.
Patent GB-2409087-A (GB)
Title: Computer generated prompting
Inventor: CLELLAND GEORGE
IPC: G10L15/00
Filed: 2003-12-12
Abstract: A method in an interactive voice response system comprising: receiving an input audio stream over a voice channel from a user; performing keyword recognition on received input audio as subsequent input audio is being received; and prompting the user with an acknowledgement of the keyword or keywords as subsequent input audio is being received. Preferably, the volume of the speech input is continuously monitored, and recognition results and associated confidence values are combined to select different confirmatory prompts, and the volume is tailored to be the same as, louder than or quieter than the volume of the speech input, so that different types of confirmation can be automatically generated to produce a natural speech-enabled interface.
Patent GB-2412264-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to multiple printing passes
Inventor: BYDE ANDREW ROBERT
IPC: H04N1/387
Filed: 2004-03-20
Abstract: Disclosed is a printer for printing images to print media 18, comprising: a sheet feeder for receiving a sheet of print media; a memory for storing information related to an image previously printed to the sheet of print media. The printer is operable to print a new image to the print media, said image being positioned according to the stored information in the memory, such that the new image is printed at a position on the print media where it does not overlap with the previously printed image. The figure shows the new image 22 being printed on a reused sheet in which the previous image has been cut out.
Patent GB-2403738-A (GB)
Title: Detachable headstone for grave
Inventor: MASON ROY FRANCIS
IPC: E04H13/00
Filed: 2004-03-31
Abstract: A grave monument includes a headstone 1, a base 3, and a lock mechanism for releasably securing the headstone to the base. The lock mechanism may comprise a connector 7 embedded in the headstone, and passing downwardly into a sleeve 11 embedded in base 3: both of these are apertured for receipt of a locking slide 9. Sleeve 11 may protrude as shown to act as an anchor. A recess 7a in headstone 1 may be flared outwardly as shown in Figure 1, and connector 7 may have a coarse screw thread, whereby grout in the recess 7a gives enhanced retention of the connector. A concrete foundation 5 may be present.
Patent GB-2412669-A (GB)
Title: Support system for outer skin of roof
Inventor: JONES MARK
IPC: E04D3/36
Filed: 2004-04-02
Abstract: A roofing system (1) for retaining an outer skin of a roof in spaced relationship to an underlying roof structure (4), the system comprising: at least one elongate member (3); and a plurality of brackets (2), each comprising a supporting structure of a generally U shape, including first and second legs (21, 22) interconnected at their upper ends by a top portion (29) and carrying fixing portions (23, 24) for fixing to an underlying roof structure, each bracket further including a connecting arrangement for connecting the bracket to the elongate member.
Patent GB-2404679-A (GB)
Title: Pressure controlled fluid-sampling apparatus and method
Inventor: PALUCH WILLIAM C
IPC: E21B49/08
Filed: 2004-08-03
Abstract: A formation fluid sampling tool 200 includes at least one sample tank 220 mounted in a tool collar 210. The tool collar 210 includes a through bore 240 and is disposed to be operatively coupled with a drill string such that each sample tank 220 may receive a correspondingly preselected formation fluid sample without removing the drill string from a well bore. At least one of the sample tanks 220 further includes an internal fluid separator 222 movably disposed therein. The separator 222 separates a sample chamber 224 from a pressure balancing chamber 226 in the sample tank 220. The pressure balancing chamber 226 is disposed to be in fluid communication with drilling fluid exterior thereto. The sampling tool 200 further includes a sample inlet port 238 connected to the sample chamber 224 by an inlet passageway 234. A method is also provided for acquiring a formation fluid sample from a formation of interest.
Patent GB-2405714-A (GB)
Title: Memory card with a modular component
Inventor: ALVA MAURICIO HUERTA
IPC: G06K19/077
Filed: 2004-08-27
Abstract: A memory card (14) comprising a first modular component (16a) that comprises a first host interface (38 / 108) and a first host interface module (30) and a device interface module (36) configured to operate a device interface (42 / 112) that is coupled to a storage device (22 / 122). The first host interface module is configured to call a function in the device interface module. The first modular component is replaceable with a second modular component (16b) that comprises a second host interface (38 / 108) and a second host interface module (30), and the second host interface module is configured to call the function in the device interface module.
Patent GB-2408664-A (GB)
Title: Positioning an object with respect to the isocenter of an imaging system
Inventor: PESCATORE JEREMIE
IPC: G06T11/00
Filed: 2004-11-24
Abstract: A system and a process for aligning an object (140) and the isocenter in an imaging system. The system comprises an electromagnetic emitter (110), an electromagnetic receiver (120, 125) and an imaging unit (160) for determining the isocenter of an image scan based on information from the electromagnetic receiver (120, 125). The imaging unit (160) identifies the isocenter on the basis of a plurality of electromagnetic position measurements. The imaging unit (160) identifies the center of an object (140) to be imaged on the basis of information from the second electromagnetic receiver (125). The imaging unit (160) repositions the object (140) based on the isocenter. In an embodiment, the emitter (110) is located on the object (140), the first receiver (120) is situated on a detector (130), and the second receiver (125) is situated on a tool (150) for identifying the center of an object (140) or a part of an object. Also included is a claim for aligning the centre of an object to be imaged with the isocenter of the arrangement, wherein the isocenter is located at the point of intersection of two X-ray projections.
Patent GB-2410154-A (GB)
Title: Monitoring a selected region of an airspace associated with local area networks of computing devices
Inventor: BHAGWAT PRAVIN
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2004-12-08
Abstract: A method for monitoring a selected region of an airspace associated with local area networks of computing devices is provided. The method includes providing one or more segments of a legacy local area network to be protected in a selected geographic region. The legacy local area network is characterized by an unsecured airspace within the selected geographic region. The method includes determining a security policy associated with the one or more segments of the legacy local area network. The security policy at least characterizes a type of wireless activity in the unsecured airspace to be permitted, denied, or ignored.
Patent GB-2410111-A (GB)
Title: Collision detection by multiplication of velocity and acceleration
Inventor: ERB YANNICK
IPC: B60R21/0134
Filed: 2002-07-02
Abstract: A triggering unit 13 for a safety device in a vehicle 10 operates when the product of impact speed raised to a power q (in which q>0) with acceleration, divided by the time since the start of the collision, exceeds a predetermined value. This condition represents a simplified expression for the mutual stiffness of the impacting bodies. The impact speed is calculated as the relative speed between the vehicle and the impacting object immediately prior to the collision and may be sensed by a Doppler radar system 11. Acceleration is measured by an accelerometer 12. The safety device may be an airbag or a seatbelt pretensioner.
Patent GB-2413594-A (GB)
Title: Ring-profile fastener with fingers and projections
Inventor: SLAYNE ANDREW
IPC: F16B21/20
Filed: 2005-04-29
Abstract: A fastener in the form of a strip of material characterised by being, in plan view, in the form of a ring profiled to conform to an annular gap between a first component bounded by the fastener and a second component bounding the fastener. The ring in plan view defining ends bounding a gap in plan views. The strip of material having a first side and a second side; and having a series of integral fingers 36, 37, 38, 39, spaced along the length of the ring and projecting, in plan view, outwardly or inwardly from the ring. The fastener also including a further series of discrete projections 40,41,42,43 formed integrally from the strip and lying around the ring member in between members of the series of fingers, 36,37,38,39. The fastener may be used to fasten a pipe within a bore. The fastener may provide accurate alignment of one component within another while accomodating temporary changes in alignment such as can arise by differential heating or cooling.
Patent GB-2437698-A (GB)
Title: Heelless footwear
Inventor: HARTVELD ADRI
IPC: A43B13/14
Filed: 2005-09-02
Abstract: Heelless footwear, such as a running shoe that prevents the heel coming into contact with the ground during running and jumping, thereby preventing injuries caused by high heel impact forces. The sole of the running shoe has a rigid top layer 22 to support the rearfoot and a resilient midsole 16, which does not extend underneath the rearfoot, and absorbs the shock as the foot hits the ground. The resilient midsole extends forward and reduces in height from in front of the heel part of the shoe to the toe part of the shoe. Preferably the top layer 22 is rigid beneath the heel, lateral aspect of the midfoot and the fifth metatarsal joint of the wearer, with a less rigid part (26, Fig 2) located beneath the first, second and third metatarsal joints of the wearer. The top layer 22 is preferably made from carbon fibre and the midsole 16 made from vinyl acetate. The top layer helps to spread the forces across the foot, while the less rigid part (26, Fig 2) allows sufficient torsional movement during general running not to impede the pronation and dorsal flexion movements of the ankle and foot.
Patent GB-2431270-A (GB)
Title: Data encoding pattern comprised of shape adjusted markings
Inventor: ADAMS GUY DE WARRENNE BRUCE
IPC: G06K19/06
Filed: 2005-10-13
Abstract: A data encoding pattern comprising a plurality of markings 40a-d, 41, the shape of at least one marking 40d,41 adapted on the basis of the data to be encoded, the or each adapted marking having a specific orientation with respect to unadjusted markings for the pattern. A configuration of marking to be printed may be determined, with each marking being composed of a plurality of sub-markings. On the basis of the determination an arrangement of sub-markings may be adjusted in order to generate a shape adjusted marking.
Patent GB-2428868-A (GB)
Title: A charged particle spectrometer for surface analysis
Inventor: BARNARD BRYAN ROBERT
IPC: H01J37/252
Filed: 2005-10-28
Abstract: A spectrometer 10 for surface analysis of a sample 60 by irradiation of the surface by primary particles and a corresponding method of surface analysis spectroscopy. The spectrometer 10 provides both sample viewing and secondary charged particle collection substantially normal to the sample surface. A collection chamber 22 comprises a secondary charged particle lens arrangement 20 to focus emitted particles along a first normal axis 24 and thereby to define a charged particle optical crossover location 25; and a light reflecting element 50 downstream of the lens arrangement 20 and arranged to receive image light 41 and reflect it away from a second normal axis 42 for providing a viewable image of the surface. The optical mirror 50 is positioned at, or near to, the crossover location 25 and includes an opening 52 such that the focussed particles pass therethrough substantially without obstruction.
Patent GB-2436324-A (GB)
Title: Windage Braking
Inventor: MORIARTY NICHOLAS
IPC: B65H75/34
Filed: 2006-03-20
Abstract: A windage brake for a fan descender comprises a rotatable spool 10 connected by drive belts 32 to a fan 16 comprising a radial flow air impeller. A line 24 is wound helically upon the spool 10. A user of the fan descender puts on a harness (not shown) at the free end 24a of the line 24 and jumps from an elevated position. The line 24 is thereby drawn off the spool 10 and rotates it. The rotating spool 10 drives the fan 16 and also winds a power spring formed by a resilient strip 44. The windage of the fan 16 regulates the descent of the jumper, the fan 16 being accelerated to a speed at which the braking force is such that the jumper descends at a rate safe for landing on the ground. When the jumper is on the ground, he removes the harness and releases the free end 24a of the line 24. The line 24 is then automatically retrieved by the power spring and rewound on the spool 10.
Patent GB-2436319-A (GB)
Title: Trailer with wheels retractable to an inoperative position
Inventor: BULL MICHAEL SEAN
IPC: B60D1/54
Filed: 2006-03-24
Abstract: The trailer 10 will, in use, have an accommodation or other structure (not shown) mounted on a fixed frame 12. A tow bar is connected to the tow ball (not shown) of a vehicle and the trailer is towed to the desired location. Whilst being towed, wheels 16 support the trailer. Once at the desired location a jockey wheel is lowered in a conventional way to support the front of the trailer. The vehicle is then detached from the trailer. Next an axle 20 that supports the wheels 16 is pivoted upwardly to carry the wheels up into the frame. During that movement the rear of the frame comes to rest on the ground. With the wheels retracted the jockey wheel and the rear of the trailer provide the ground support. The jockey wheel is then moved to a retracted position until the frame alone supports the trailer on the ground.
Patent GB-2425585-A (GB)
Title: Valve system with mechanical override
Inventor: HOANG LOC GIA
IPC: F16K31/05
Filed: 2006-04-26
Abstract: A valve system 10 comprises a closure member 14 linearly translatable within a valve body 12, a fail safe assembly 18 having a first end 20 connected to the valve body and a second end engaged with a linear actuator 16, and a mechanical override system 32 connecting the linear actuator to the fail safe assembly. In normal operation, the linear actuator moves a first rod member 22, which in turn moves the closure member to open the valve (Fig. 4). The linear actuator may comprise a rod 46 which moves the first rod member, and the fail safe assembly may comprise a spring 30 which biases the first rod member 22 towards the second end unless the rod 46 is extended. If the linear actuator fails, then the mechanical override system is operable to move the linear actuator relative to the valve body, therefore moving the closure member to open and close the valve (Fig. 5). The mechanical override system may comprise a gear assembly 56, threaded rod 58 and drive rod 62, and the drive rod may include an interface 68 for a remotely operated vehicle (ROV).
Patent GB-2430622-A (GB)
Title: Combination of methylxanthine compounds and steroids to treat chronic respiratory diseases
Inventor: FOX JUSTIAN CRAIG
IPC: A61P11/06
Filed: 2006-02-13
Abstract: There is provided the use of a methylxanthine derivative such as theophylline and a steroid in a synergistic combination for the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, wherein the combination is administered by the inhaled route for pulmonary delivery.