baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2521705-A (GB)
Title: Memory boosting
Inventor: STEWART NEIL
IPC: G11C16/04
Filed: 2014-08-07
Abstract: A data processing device 10 and method of use, comprising a processor 20 and a memory interface 24, the processor 20 being configured to control the refreshing of a memory 12 , which may be non volatile , (e.g flash) by the steps of: periodically forming an estimate of a current rate of decay of a memory and updating an accumulated level of decay of the memory in dependence on the estimated current rate of decay, preferably in dependence of temperature; and causing the memory interface to refresh the memory (figure 3) when the accumulated level of decay exceeds a predetermined threshold (figure 4) . The estimate may be based on a measurement of ambient temperature. A temperature sensor 22 incorporating a bandgap temperature reference circuit 30, which may also be included on the same integrated substrate 11 as the data processing device 20. The processor 20 may save on power consumption by only periodically activating the temperature sensor 22. The processor may comprise a model of the rate of decay of the memory as a function of the temperature, and hence use this as the basis of an estimate of the current rate of decay. The data processing device may further comprise a wireless (RF) transceiver, antenna, memory and an environmental sensor for sensing a parameter other than temperature and a battery for powering the sensing device. The data processing device may be comprised within an environmental sensing device such as tyre pressure sensor (figure 1) for an automobile or road vehicle and whereby the memory and battery are sealed within a housing.
Patent GB-2533086-A (GB)
Title: Controlling a multi-database system
Inventor: EINAR LUECK
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2014-12-08
Abstract: A trigger event is detected (402) and in response to the trigger event an apply engine stops applying data changes to at least one part of the target database (403). In response to stopping the applying of data changes a start load signal (SLS) is inserted into a log of the source database for identifying unreplicated data changes. Loading of a part of the data content from the master database to the target database is then initialised (406). After the loading has completed an end of load signal (ELS) is inserted into the log and the apply engine applies stored write statements while identifying and skipping all write statements whose data changes were already transferred to the target database by the loading.
Patent GB-2525957-A (GB)
Title: Target device for neutron generating device, accelerator-driven neutron generating device and beam coupling method therefor
Inventor: ZHAN WENLONG
IPC: H05H6/00
Filed: 2013-03-04
Abstract: A target device (100A) for a neutron generating device (100), an accelerator-driven neutron generating device (100) and a beam coupling method. The target device (100A) comprises a plurality of solid particles (16) used as target bodies, and a target body reaction chamber (11) used for accommodating the plurality of solid particles (16). In the accelerator-driven neutron generating device (100) and the beam coupling method, the circulating solid particles (16) which are outside the target body reaction chamber (11) are processed, and the defects of low heat exchange, short service life, poor stability, small application range, etc. in the prior art can be overcome so as to realize the advantages of high heat exchange, long service life, good stability and wide application range.
Patent GB-2536193-A (GB)
Title: A method for forming a part from aluminium alloy
Inventor: NAN LI
IPC: C22F1/057
Filed: 2015-02-03
Abstract: A method of forming a part from aluminium alloy by rolling the alloy to form a sheet at a first manufacturing plant and cutting or stamping a blank from the sheet, solution heat treating the blank and placing the blank between dies where it is cooled shaped at a second manufacturing plant. The alloy can be a 6xxx series alloy such as 6082 which is heated to a solution heat treatment temperature in the range 520-575 0C in 30 seconds or less, a 7xxx series alloy such as 7075 with solution heat treatment at a temperature in the range 460-520 0C, a 2xxx series alloy or a 5xxx series alloy.
Patent GB-2535165-A (GB)
Title: A method of establishing trust between a device and an apparatus
Inventor: REMY POTTIER
IPC: H04W12/06
Filed: 2015-02-09
Abstract: A method of establishing trust between an agent device 4 such as a tablet, sensor or control unit and a verification apparatus 102/150, by obtaining, at the agent device 4, a trust credential 124, wherein the trust credential relates to an aspect of the agent device 4 and comprises authentication information for identifying at least one party trusted by the verification apparatus and device data relating to the agent device. The device data maybe operating parameters of the device, the operating state at calibration or maintenance procedures, and maybe recorded during manufacture of the device. The device data may be included within the trust credential 124 to form part thereof. Then the trust credential 124 is transmitted, from the agent device to the verification apparatus 102/150 and analysed to determining whether the agent device is trusted. The trust credentials may be used by the agent device 4 to demonstrate a level of trust to a 3rd party via a chain of trust.
Patent GB-2537091-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for supporting a load
Inventor: ALEX LAU
IPC: F16M11/38
Filed: 2015-02-12
Abstract: An apparatus for supporting a load such as a computer monitor so that its orientation may be adjusted by, for example, a user. The apparatus comprises a linkage 100 having first links 110a, 110b connected by a joint 115b and second links 120a, 120b connected by a joint 125b. Formed on the first links 110a, 110b is a set of teeth 131, 141 which mesh with a set of teeth 132, 142 formed on the second links 120a, 120b. This meshing enforces symmetric motion, thereby restraining the joints 115a, 125a, 115c, 125c and ensures that a line Xa through the rotational axes 115a and 125a of joints 115a and 125a will be parallel with a line Xc through the rotational axes 115c and 125c of joints 115c and 125c. When the linkage 100 is articulated load attachment means 10 and thereby the load moves along an arc of a circle centred on a load rotation axis (150, fig 2a). In other embodiments the links may be connected by two cables or by a guide or by a cam.
Patent GB-2536891-A (GB)
Title: Optical selector arrangement
Inventor: CHRISTOPHER RALPH PESCOD
IPC: G02B6/36
Filed: 2015-03-30
Abstract: An optical selector arrangement , comprising X optical ports (4, see fig 1), a selector interface 40 comprising Z optical ports (6), a selector which is arranged to selectively optically couple the X optical ports to X of the Z optical ports and being configured to be continuously relatively rotatable over multiple rotations, to selectively couple X optical ports to a different X of Z optical ports. The arrangement may further comprise an optical rotating joint34 having X optical ports in a first portion 32, optically coupled to X optical ports in a second portion 36, the two portions being coaxially rotatable to one another whilst maintaining the optical coupling. The arrangement may also comprise a beam forming processor or network, connected to the first portion by optical fibres 30. The selector may be a mirror or prism.
Patent GB-2536932-A (GB)
Title: System, method, and program for storing and analysing a data graph
Inventor: BO HU
IPC: G06Q10/06
Filed: 2015-03-31
Abstract: A system comprising: a data storage apparatus configured to store a data graph comprising: a plurality of data nodes each representing a data item; a plurality of labelled data-data links each linking a pair of the data nodes and representing a relationship between the data items represented by the linked data nodes; a plurality of functional nodes each representing a procedure modifying a data item represented by one of the data nodes; a plurality of data-function links each linking one of the data nodes to one of the functional nodes and representing the procedure represented by the one of the functional nodes, when performed, modifying the data item represented by the one of the data nodes a mapper, configured to receive a process description including an indication of a process start entity and an indication of a process end entity, to map the indication of the process start entity to a first data node from among the plurality of data nodes, and to map the indication of the process end entity to a second data node from among the plurality of data nodes; and a path finder, configured to analyse the data graph to find the shortest path from the first data node to the second data node along data-function links, and to output the shortest path.
Patent GB-2523502-A (GB)
Title: Adaptive exoskeleton, devices and methods for controlling the same
Inventor: ALEKSOV ALEKSANDAR
IPC: A61H3/00
Filed: 2013-12-18
Abstract: Exoskeleton technology is described herein. Such technology includes but is not limited to exoskeletons, exoskeleton controllers, methods for controlling an exoskeleton, and combinations thereof. The exoskeleton technology may facilitate, enhance, and/or supplant the natural mobility of a user via a combination of sensor elements, processing/control elements, and actuating elements. User movement may be elicited by electrical stimulation of the user's muscles, actuation of one or more mechanical components, or a combination thereof. In some embodiments, the exoskeleton technology may adjust in response to measured inputs, such as motions or electrical signals produced by a user. In this way, the exoskeleton technology may interpret known inputs and learn new inputs, which may lead to a more seamless user experience.
Patent GB-2533846-A (GB)
Title: System and method for fulfilling e-commerce orders from a hierarchy of fulfilment centres
Inventor: LARS SVERKER TURE LINDBO
IPC: G06Q10/08
Filed: 2015-11-02
Abstract: A method of operating a plurality of order fulfilment centres (distribution centres) including a large 102a and a small 104c fulfilment centre comprises: receiving, at the large fulfilment centre, a first product and a second product; picking, at the large fulfilment centre, desired quantities of the first and second products for packing into a container, wherein the desired quantities include quantities ordered and quantities predicted to be ordered by at least one customer and fulfilled at the small fulfilment centre. Products may be stored in containers selected from a set of standardised containers having one or more predefined sizes and where the containers are adapted to be manipulated by an automated inventory management device. A plurality of small fulfilment centres may be disposed around the large fulfilment centre in a hub-and-spoke arrangement. Also claimed is a computer implemented method of receiving an order; identifying options for fulfilment of the order; selecting an option by optimising a cost function, such as marginal order fulfilment costs; and communicating the selected option to one or more logistical systems for fulfilment of the order.
Patent GB-2530948-A (GB)
Title: Dental support
Inventor: BEDI RAMAN
IPC: A61M16/04
Filed: 2014-07-07
Abstract: A dental support device for inserting between the jaws or teeth of a patient to prevent biting or clamping during treatment comprises a hollow rigid elongate portion for placing between the jaws and a laterally extending flange serving to limit or restrict full insertion of the device into the mouth of the patient and optionally a pliable outer skin formed for cooperative engagement with at least a portion of the outer surface of the elongate portion that provides improved comfort and grip for the patient in use and safety for the user and/or a flexible and/or a pliable inner skin formed for cooperative engagement with at least a portion of the inner surface of the elongate portion that provides an improved grip and thereby improved accuracy and safety for the user.
Patent GB-2547041-A (GB)
Title: Uplink peak average power ratio reduction
Inventor: GUANG LIU
IPC: H04L27/26
Filed: 2016-02-05
Abstract: A transmitter estimates the uplink peak-to-average power ratio (PAPR) of signals output from a plurality of signal processing branches, and selects the branch with reduced or minimal PAPR for transmission. The branch may be the first to have reached a PAPR threshold. Each branch may have a different scrambling or interleaving scheme with an identifying index value that can then be transmitted to a receiver for use in decoding the signal. The index may be transmitted as a control signal waveform. The PAPR of output when combined with the waveform representing the index may be reduced. The transmitted signal may be an OFDM signal, with the index being a PUCCH waveform within, on the distal ends, or as guard bands outside the OFDM signal. The index waveform may be punctured into the OFDM signal or be encoded within OFDM reference symbols. The PAPR may be minimised for at least a symbol or for every subframe. The PAPR minimisation may be applied to a multi-carrier transmitter in which each branch is associated with a different centre carrier, the combination of branches being compared for PAPR. A receiver may blind decode scrambled or interleaved signals.
Patent GB-2547644-A (GB)
Title: Mooring
Inventor: PAUL MCEVOY
IPC: F16G11/03
Filed: 2016-02-22
Abstract: A mooring line 10 comprises a metal chain 24 and an elastomeric element 28 which is attached between two points of attachment 30, 32 thereby defining a bypass section 34 of metal chain. The elastomeric element is arranged such that when an initial tensile load is applied, the elastomeric element stretches from an initial length to a longer length wherein the bypass section is not taut and thus the initial tensile load is transmitted from and to further sections of the metal chain through the elastomeric element. When a further tensile load is applied, the elastomeric element 28 stretches to a length wherein the bypass section becomes taut, and thus the further tensile load is transmitted directly from and to the further sections of the metal chain through the bypass section. A catenary mooring system comprising a floating body and the mooring line is disclosed as is a method of modifying a metal chain mooring line by incorporating an elastomeric element. A connector (36, Fig 4) with attachment points (38, 40 and 42, Fig 4) for connection between an elastomeric element and a metal chain mooring line is also disclosed.
Patent GB-2534788-A (GB)
Title: Bi-directional CV-joint for a rotary steerable tool
Inventor: MICHAEL DEWAYNE FINKE
IPC: E21B17/03
Filed: 2013-12-31
Abstract: An example downhole apparatus includes a drive shaft with a longitudinal axis, a spherical portion that extends radially from the longitudinal axis, and first and second interfacial surfaces proximate the spherical portion. An outer housing is positioned at least partially around the spherical portion. A radial bearing may be between the spherical portion and the outer housing and coupled to the outer housing. The radial bearing may comprise first and second interfacial surfaces in contact with the respective first and second interfacial surfaces of the drive shaft to transmit or receive torque in corresponding first and second rotational directions. A first axial bearing is coupled to the outer housing and in contact with a first end of the spherical portion to axially secure the drive shaft with respect to the outer housing.
Patent GB-2552334-A (GB)
Title: Dust-proof safety hook
Inventor: WEN-CHENG CHANG
IPC: F16B45/04
Filed: 2016-07-19
Abstract: A hook contains: a body 10, a connection shaft 20, a returning element 30, a housing sleeve 40, a resilient element 50, a rotary sheath 60, and a positioning bolt 70. The body 10 includes an accommodation space 11, an opening 12, a first segment 13, and a second segment 14. The connection shaft 20 includes a first part 21 and a second part 22, the returning element 30 is mounted between the body 10 and the connection shaft 20. The housing sleeve 40 includes a slot 41 which has a limiting portion 413 and two notches 414. The resilient element 50 is fitted with the connection shaft 20, and the rotary sheath 60 includes a through orifice 61 and a cut 62. The positioning bolt 70 is inserted into the through orifice 61 of the rotary sheath 60 and the limiting portion 413 of the slot 41 of the housing sleeve 40, such that the rotary sheath 60 moves along the slot 41 of the housing sleeve 40 by way of the positioning bolt 70.
Patent GB-2542665-A (GB)
Title: Sheet conveyance apparatus and image forming apparatus
Inventor: AKITO SEKIGAWA
IPC: G03G15/00
Filed: 2016-07-19
Abstract: A sheet conveyance apparatus 104 that comprises a cover or door member 124 including a first guide surface 124a which is capable of switching between a closed and an open state, a guide member 122 that is supported pivotally by the apparatus body with a second guide surface 122b opposing to the first guide surface and a conveyance unit 121 for conveying a sheet through a path between the first guide surface and the second guide surface. The guide member includes an abutment portion 122d formed of a depression in the second guide surface. The sheet conveyance apparatus further includes a regulation portion 123 supported on the apparatus body and formed to abut against the abutment portion so as to regulate a pivot angle of the guide member.
Patent GB-2545287-A (GB)
Title: Organomimetic devices and methods of use and manufacturing thereof
Inventor: JOSE FERNANDEZ-ALCON
IPC: C12M3/02
Filed: 2014-12-19
Abstract: An organomimetic device includes a microfluidic device that can be used to culture cells in its microfluidic channels. The organomimetic device can be part of dynamic system that can apply mechanical forces to the cells by modulating the microfluidic device and the flow of fluid through the microfluidic channels. The membrane in the organomimetic device can be modulated mechanically via pneumatic means and/or mechanical means. The organomimetic device can be manufactured by the fabrication of individual components separately, for example, as individual layers that can be subsequently laminated together.
Patent GB-2538442-A (GB)
Title: Communication methods for patient handling devices
Inventor: KRISHNA SANDEEP BHIMAVARAPU
IPC: G16H40/67
Filed: 2015-02-13
Abstract: Patient care devices, such as person support apparatuses and thermal control units, include one or more internal high speed networks, such as an Ethernet, for transmitting data between internal nodes or modules. A lower speed network may also be included with the Ethernet for redundantly transmitting some, but not all, types of data. Devices external to the patient care device can be granted limited access to the internal high speed network. Such devices may connect to the high speed network to utilize one or more user interfaces of the patient care device and/or to piggyback onto the patient care device's connection to an external local area network (e.g. a hospital LAN), or the patient care device's connection to yet another device. Some nodes may include web servers for serving up web pages of diagnostic information relevant to that node. The web servers are accessible via an external web browser.
Patent GB-2554648-A (GB)
Title: A pad for a railway rail fastening assembly
Inventor: STEPHEN JOHN COX
IPC: E01B9/68
Filed: 2016-09-30
Abstract: A pad 20 for placing between a rail (fig.1,16) and an underlying foundation (fig.1,18) has a rigid layer 28c and an integrally formed lower resilient layer 28a facing the foundation. Preferably, an upper resilient layer 28b faces the rail, the upper and lower layers formed from rubber moulded around the metal rigid layer 28c to encapsulate it, connected to each other around at sides of the rigid layer. The lower layer may have voids to reduce its stiffness. Pairs of spaced apart ears 24a,24a and 24b,24b may extend beyond the widest and narrowest edges of a trapezium shaped central region (fig.3c,26), extending either side of an anchoring device (fig.1,12). One pair of ears 24a,24a may be wider and/or longer, which may allow the pad to be more effective at resisting rail roll when placed on the field side. Preferably, the rigid layer has two spaced apart portions (fig.3c,28c,28c) extending into the ears, beyond the width of the rail, and the upper resilient layer is thicker in the central region (fig.3c,26). The pad may be used in a rail fastening assembly (fig.1,10) independently of fastenings (fig.1,14) coupling an anchoring device to the foundation (fig.1,18).
Patent GB-2556949-A (GB)
Title: Electrochemical cell assembly and method for operation of the same
Inventor: PATRICK SIMON BRAY
IPC: C02F1/78
Filed: 2016-11-29
Abstract: A device for producing ozonated water from water is provided, the device comprising a vessel for containing water and having an inlet and an outlet; an electrochemical cell assembly operable to electrolyse water in the vessel to produce ozone and having a first electrode assembly and a second electrode assembly; a sensor for detecting the presence of ozone in solution in the water in the vessel; and a processor for receiving an indication from the sensor and determining if the concentration of ozone in the water is below a threshold value and, if the concentration is below the threshold value, activating the electrochemical cell. The device can also feature a conduit. A method for producing ozonated water is also provided.
Patent GB-2545575-A (GB)
Title: Operating device for motor vehicles
Inventor: ROMEO WIECZOREK
IPC: H03K17/96
Filed: 2015-07-17
Abstract: The present invention relates to an operating device (2, 2', 101) comprising at least one ToF sensor (28, 280) for emitting transmission signals, in particular in the form of light, receiving reception signals and outputting information signals, at least one optical waveguide (20, 20', 200, 200') for directing the transmission signals from the ToF sensor (28, 280) to at least one deflection point (24', 24'', 222), for directing the deflection signals deflected, in particular reflected, at the deflection point (24', 24'', 222) to at least one associated exit point (26a 26d, 26', 26'', 212) acting as an operating element (211, 211', 211A- 211E) on a first surface of the optical waveguide (20, 20', 200, 200'), said first surface acting as an operating surface (22, 22', 210), and when an object, in particular in the form of a finger of a user, approaches the exit point (26a 26d, 26', 26'', 212) or touches same in order to direct the reception signals deflected, in particular reflected, at the object, and a control unit, which triggers at least one function associated with the operating element (211,211', 211A-211E) and/or the exit point (26a - 26d, 26', 26'', 212) in relation to the reception signals outputted from the information signals to the ToF sensor (28, 280), wherein the operating device (2, 2', 101) can be installed in a motor vehicle, the deflection point (24', 24'', 222) is provided on a second surface which faces the first surface of the optical waveguide (20', 200) and constitutes a deflection surface (23', 220) of the optical waveguide (20, 20', 200, 200') via an extraction element (221, 221', 221A-221E), and the ToF sensor (28, 280) comprises a transmitter (281) for emitting the transmission signals in the beam path before a first end of the optical waveguide (20, 20', 200, 200') comprising a coupling surface (201) and a receiver (282) for receiving the reception signals during deflection at the exit point (26a - 26d, 26', 26'', 212) as well as on the first end of the optical waveguide (20, 20', 200, 200'), and an inner mirror, and an outer mirror of a door of a motor vehicle with such an operating device.