baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2492101-A (GB)
Title: Appartus and method for embedding an element
Inventor: SHERGOLD MIKE DAVID
IPC: B22D19/00
Filed: 2011-06-21
Abstract: An apparatus for forming a composite component from a solidified fluid medium. The apparatus comprises a body defining a mould cavity into which the fluid medium may be introduced, the cavity being shaped to define a shape of the component, and a carrier 110 for supporting one or more elements to be embedded in the component. The carrier is arranged to be introduced into the cavity to support the one or more elements 170 within the cavity whilst the fluid medium is introduced into the cavity. The apparatus may be suitable for use with a range of fabrication technologies including casting of metals and injection moulding operations, the component being suitable for vehicles, aircraft or buildings. The element may be for reinforcement. There is also claimed a carrier and a method of using the apparatus. The carrier may take the form of a sheet of aluminium.
Patent GB-2493326-A (GB)
Title: An exhaust gas recirculation valve
Inventor: LOSANO FIORELLO
IPC: F02M25/07
Filed: 2011-08-02
Abstract: Disclosed is an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve assembly for selectively opening or closing exhaust gas flow. The valve assembly may be used to control the flow of exhaust gas from a source, such as an exhaust manifold 225, to an EGR cooler 310 or to an EGR cooler bypass passage 310a or both. The valve arrangement comprises a single by-pass valve 320a and a housing 1 having inlet F1 for the exhaust gas, a first outlet F2 connected to the EGR cooler passage 310 and a second outlet F3 connected to the EGR cooler bypass passage 310a. The single by-pass valve comprises at least a shut-off member 2, possibly in the form a piston having a shaft 3 and a head 4 which may be slid to at least partially cover either the first or second outlets or moved to a position in which it covers neither outlet.
Patent GB-2492809-A (GB)
Title: Transmitter and receiver arrangement for locating lost pets, persons, or items
Inventor: REZONI ROBERTO
IPC: G08B3/10
Filed: 2011-07-13
Abstract: A locating arrangement is provided comprising a transmitter (Figure 1) that is carried by an owner, and a receiver (Figure 2) that is carried or attached to pets, persons, or items. When an owner wishes to locate a lost pet, person or item, a radio signal is transmitted from the transmitter to the receiver. In response, a display (LCD) on the receiver may show a personalised message. An audible alarm may also be activated on the receiver. The transmitter may be in communication with a number of receivers which may be individually selected via a number of buttons 3-6 located on the transmitter. Receivers may respond to a signal received from the transmitter, whereby the response may be indicated by turning on an LED 9-12 on the transmitter. The personalised message may comprise, for example, contact details, telephone numbers, address, name, medical treatments, etc.
Patent GB-2494150-A (GB)
Title: Multipath mitigation in positioning systems
Inventor: THIND SURINDER SINGH
IPC: G01S19/22
Filed: 2011-08-31
Abstract: Apparatus receiving GPS or other positioning signals comprises an antenna arrangement outputting a plurality of antenna signals corresponding to different directions. A multipath compensation module detects multipath interference, and if multipath interference is detected, rejects the antenna signals containing multipath and combines the others to obtain a multipath-free signal. The gain and phase of each antenna signal may be adjusted before the signals are combined, to maintain the noise power of each antenna signal below a predetermined limit and reduce phase differences between the antenna signals. Multipath may be recognised if a later copy of an earlier signal is received, or signals are received from different directions, or on the basis of SNR. Low elevation signals may be rejected. Multiple directional antennas may be used, or a single antenna having multiple lobes or a variable directivity.
Patent GB-2480204-A (GB)
Title: Soap dispenser
Inventor: SIU SIU WAI SAM
IPC: A47K5/122
Filed: 2009-06-26
Abstract: A soap dispenser (1) comprises a hollow housing (2) which is composed of a displaceable liquid-squeezing plate (3) and a base plate (4), a liquid vessel (7) arranged in the housing (2), an air inlet valve (8) fixed at the end of the liquid vessel (7), a dispensing orifice (12) connected to the fore end of the liquid vessel (7), a vent outlet (11) arranged in said dispenser orifice. Wherein, said liquid-squeezng plate is provided with a panel or frame (14) having a picture or characters thereon, and said liquidsqueezing plate (3) and said base plate (4) are connected by a bolt (5) so that said liquid-squeezing plate is replaceable. A pattern or a commercial advertising can be inserted into a blank panel of the liquid-squeezing plate to prettify the appearance of the liquid-squeezing plate and provide an opportunity in regard to advertising.
Patent GB-2494691-A (GB)
Title: Insert for a coffee machine and hopper
Inventor: SABA SIMON
IPC: A47J31/06
Filed: 2011-09-16
Abstract: A filter coffee machine and hopper 200 for having at least one insert 200, 230 to adapt the internal size or shape of the hopper in order to support a different sized or shaped filter; the insert is moveable between a deployed position and a stowed position such that in a stowed position the inserts do not affect the size or shape of the inside of the hopper. Each filter may be moveably attached to the filter coffee machine; each insert may be pivoted to the filter coffee machine. The hopper may be adapted to support a cone type filter with one of the inserts being adapted to provide a flat support when in a deployed position to support a cup-cake type filter. One of the inserts may comprise an aperture which supports a cone type filter when in a deployed position. One of the plurality of inserts may be adapted to overlay a second insert when both inserts are in the deployed position.
Patent GB-2495109-A (GB)
Title: A wet wipe impregnated with an aqueous alkyl glucoside and /or alkyl polyglucoside mixture
Inventor: FELLOWS ADRIAN NEVILLE
IPC: A47K10/32
Filed: 2011-09-29
Abstract: A wet wipe comprises a substrate that has been impregnated with a cleaning composition which comprises an aqueous alkyl glucoside and/or alkyl polyglucoside mixture. The alkyl glucoside and/or alkyl polyglucoside is present in any amount between 0.01% w/v and 4.00% w/v inclusive. Preferably, the substrate comprises a nonwoven material that is binder free, and the wet wipe is suitable for use in cleaning surfaces in a healthcare environment that leaves a smear-free or substantially smear-free finish. The alkyl radical of the glucoside or polyglucoside may have 16 or fewer carbon atoms. Preferably, the cleaning composition includes a C8-C16 alkyl polyglucoside, and may also include butoxydiglycol, alkyl dimethyl amine oxide, phenoxyethanol, methylchloroisothiazolinone or methylisothiazolinone.
Patent GB-2480985-A (GB)
Title: Optimizing access time of files stored on storage
Inventor: HOKANSON MARK K
IPC: G06F3/06
Filed: 2009-03-10
Abstract: When each file of a number of files is accessed, at least a number of times each file has been accessed is kept track of. Each file is stored on a storage of a number of storages. Periodically, at least one file is moved among the number of storages, based at least on the number of times each file has been accessed. As such, the at least one file is moved from being stored on a first storage to being stored on a second storage, to optimize subsequent access time of the at least one file. The storages are physically distinct storage devices. At least one of the storage devices has different storage characteristics as compared to one or more other of the storage devices.
Patent GB-2489066-A (GB)
Title: A portable code-reading device for helping the visually-impaired
Inventor: ROBINSON DUNCAN
IPC: G06K7/14
Filed: 2011-12-13
Abstract: The code reading device is configured for reading an optically-readable code on an object. The device is also configured for interrogating a database to retrieve data associated with a code read by the optical code reader. The device is also configured for communicating this data in a format suitable for a visually-impaired person or person with reduced reading ability. The device may also be configurable to communicate only a selection of the data, wherein the selection criteria may be set by the user. The optically-readable code may take the form of a plurality of code markers printed on the surface of a product and arranged at a plurality of pre-defined positions.
Patent GB-2491952-A (GB)
Title: Modifying operating parameters to optimise operation of a power distribution system
Inventor: LITTRELL NATHAN BOWMAN
IPC: H02J3/12
Filed: 2012-06-11
Abstract: A computer determines a desired operating limitation 204 of a power distribution system that has plural node devices; calculates an effect on the operating limitation 206 based on modifying an operating parameter of at least one of the node devices; and transmits a command 210 to the node device to cause it to modify the operating parameter. The command transmitted from the computer to the node device can modify its voltage and power factor profile and optimize the desired operating limitation to resolve an event that can be detected based on a current time or an energy demand. Calculating an effect can include calculating a time-based cost function for modifying an operating parameter or initiating a demand response. The effect on the operating parameter of the demand response can be determined. Node devices (fig 1) can include a tap-changer 104, line regulator 106, capacitor bank 108, transformer 110 and meter 112.
Patent GB-2489845-A (GB)
Title: Theft deterrent device
Inventor: WYATT JAMES G JUNIOR
IPC: E05B73/00
Filed: 2008-08-01
Abstract: A theft deterrent device comprises a carrier 5 adapted to be secured to an object. A preferably moveable projection 17 extends outward from the carrier and an alarm tag 3 is removably securable to the carrier, the alarm tag containing an alarm system and a lock mechanism 61. The lock mechanism, such as a spring biased ball detent, is engageable with the projection 17 to lock the alarm tag 3 to the carrier. A switch, such as a plunger, controls an alarm circuit in the alarm system, the switch being closed to activate the alarm circuit when the alarm tag 3 is locked onto the carrier 5. A further embodiment defines a method of protecting an item of merchandise including steps of unlocking and removing the alarm tag from the carrier and retaining the tag for subsequent reuse while the carrier remains on the item for disposal by the purchaser.
Patent GB-2490264-A (GB)
Title: Optical waveguide
Inventor: SANDERS PAUL ERIC
IPC: C03B37/014
Filed: 2012-06-13
Abstract: An optical waveguide comprising a core formed of one of silica without dopants and silica doped with chlorine; and a cladding surrounding the core and formed of silica doped with fluorine such that one or more of fluorine and chlorine are the only dopants present in the core and cladding, wherein the cladding has a first refractive index at least 0.008 relatively lower than the second refractive index of the core. Preferably, the optical waveguide comprises a silica layer which surrounds the cladding and defines the outermost glass of the waveguide. The silica layer may have an outer diameter of less than 100 microns and preferably comprises fluorine dopants at a concentration less than that of the cladding. Preferably the core and cladding define a mode field diameter of about 7.8 microns. An optical waveguide comprising a core formed of one of silica without dopants and silica doped with chlorine; and a cladding surrounding the core and formed of silica doped with fluorine such that one or more of fluorine and chlorine are the only dopants present in the core and cladding, wherein the cladding has a first refractive index at least 0.008 relatively lower than the second refractive index of the core; and an outer cladding layer surrounding the inner cladding layer and formed by glass made of one of pure silica and silica doped with fluorine, wherein dimensions of the core and cladding layers define a mode field diameter for single mode propagation through the waveguide that has an outer most diameter of 78 to 82 microns. A method of forming the optical waveguide is also outlined.
Patent GB-2503230-A (GB)
Title: Location based network access
Inventor: JONES PETER THOMAS
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 2012-06-19
Abstract: Disclosed is a method of administering an application management policy comprising the steps of: identifying a first device e.g. a computer (10); determining a physical location of the first device (15); and setting the application management policy, i.e. determining the applications which the device may access, in accordance with the identification of the first device and the determination of the physical location (55). The identification is carried out by a server (50) in a network which the device wishes to access. Device user authentication may also be performed. The location data is obtained from e.g. GPS data using a GPS device either located in the device or, if the device has no GPS capability, using a second GPS-enabled device connected to the first device.
Patent GB-2488960-A (GB)
Title: An energy saving pump with multiple impellers
Inventor: SATISHCHANDRA MADHUSUDAN RAJAM
IPC: F01D3/02
Filed: 2010-06-15
Abstract: A centrifugal pump incorporates multiple impellers which are driven by a shaft at constant speed. To engage an impeller, a ball end rod is operated, which interacts with an integral structure which comprises a disc, connector or a support collar, and face gear as linking means. The integral structure is further coupled with the impeller. During engagement, a linking means which is mounted on the impeller and also on the integral structure get coupled together resulting in engaging the impeller for rotation. The impellers can be engaged and disengaged according to the flow requirements thereby saving the energy.
Patent GB-2494032-A (GB)
Title: Face trimming for photo composition
Inventor: AHN SEON-JU
IPC: G06T11/60
Filed: 2012-08-03
Abstract: A method of processing an image involves detecting a face from a first image; determining a composition of the first image, selecting a composition of a second image according to the composition of the first image and generating the second image including the face by trimming the first image, according to the composition of the second image. The trimming operation may not be performed if a plurality of faces are detected, if a face is not detected or if a size of the face is greater than a reference value. If a plurality of faces are detected then faces may be selected based on a size of each face or the distance between the faces.
Patent GB-2505647-A (GB)
Title: A vacuum processing apparatus which neutralises plasma in a gas flow path
Inventor: HILL JEFF
IPC: H01J37/32
Filed: 2012-09-05
Abstract: The application provides a vacuum processing apparatus 10. The vacuum processing apparatus 10 includes comprising a first vacuum processing chamber 14, a second vacuum processing chamber 13, and a seal valve 100. In practice, the seal valve 100 provides a very small gas flow path 115 between the first vacuum processing chamber 14 and the second processing chamber 13 because of mechanical tolerances. The gas flow path 115 acts to neutralise plasma contained in the gas flow path 115. The gas flow path 115 preferably changes direction to increase its length and increase the opportunity for the plasma to recombine and become neutralised without causing damage within the second vacuum chamber 13. Also disclosed is a magnetic manipulator for adjusting the position of a substance in a vacuum processing chamber having a magnetic drive, a sealing device for a load lock door in a vacuum processing apparatus, and magnetic door position lock for a load lock door in a vacuum processing apparatus.
Patent GB-2501341-A (GB)
Title: Anti-microbial composition
Inventor: HIRST RACHEL
IPC: A01N33/12
Filed: 2011-12-29
Abstract: An anti-microbial composition suitable for the treatment of hard surfaces or the skin, comprising (i) an anti-microbial component comprising at least one antimicrobial quaternary ammonium compound; (ii) a hydrophilic polymer; (iii) a polar solvent; (iv) at least one non-ionic surfactant and (v) a chelate, wherein the said hydrophilic polymer comprises at least two of the following types of monomer: (1) a monomer having a permanent cationic charge or a monomer that is capable of forming a cationic charge upon protonation; (2) an acidic monomer having an anionic charge or capable of forming an anionic charge; and (3) a neutral monomer. Also disclosed is a method of cleaning a hard surface and providing a residual anti-microbial effect and a use/method to reduce or control the formation of microbial colonies on or at a surface using the aforementioned composition, preferably producing a 3 log or more reduction in micro-organisms after 24 hours.
Patent GB-2509550-A (GB)
Title: Four bar link seat incline adjustment apparatus
Inventor: CHATWIN ANDREW
IPC: B60N2/16
Filed: 2013-01-08
Abstract: An incline adjustment apparatus for a vehicle seat. The incline adjustment apparatus includes a pivoting frame assembly. The pivoting frame assembly includes at least one front pivot member 101 and a pivotally mounted backrest 79. At least one floating link (17, Figure 9) connects the at least one front pivot member 101 to the backrest 79. The apparatus includes actuating means 101 for controllably adjusting the configuration of the pivoting frame assembly to adjust the angular incline of the backrest 79. Optionally the backrest is in the form of a four bar link having at least opposite sides of unequal length so a small angular displacement in front pivot member 101 causes a larger angular displacement seat back 79. Also claimed is a vehicle seat frame having a backrest and a chassis where the backrest has a spine. A method of assembling a seat which has a backrest and chassis. A spine suitable for a vehicle seat which is configured to be position within a backrest of a vehicle seat.
Patent GB-2497223-A (GB)
Title: A pipelined pulse-echo scheme for an acoustic image tool for use downhole
Inventor: ZHAO JINSONG
IPC: G01V1/48
Filed: 2011-08-02
Abstract: The present disclosure is related to apparatuses and methods for estimating borehole parameters using a plurality of reflections caused by a plurality of acoustic pulses. The reflections may overlap each other and/or the acoustic pulses. The methods may include estimating an envelope of the received acoustic signal at the at least one element of the array of transducers; and estimating at least one arrival time of at least one of the plurality of overlapping events from the envelope of the received acoustic signals, the arrival times being characteristic of the geometry of the borehole. The method may also include imaging the borehole wall. The apparatus may include an array of transducers on a rotatable transducer assembly with at least one element on the array configured to generate a plurality of acoustic pulses and receive reflections and a processor configured to perform the method.
Patent GB-2511345-A (GB)
Title: Hand-held test meter with test strip simulation passive circuit block
Inventor: ELDER DAVID
IPC: G01N27/327
Filed: 2013-02-28
Abstract: A hand-held test meter 100 for use with an electrochemical-based analytical test strip in the determination of an analyte in a bodily fluid sample includes a housing, display 102, a micro-controller 112, a test strip simulation passive circuit block 114, and a strip port connector 106 configured to operationally receive a test strip. The simulation circuit is in electrical communication with the connector which is in electrical communication with the micro-controller. The simulation circuit block is configured to simulate insertion of an electrochemical-based analytical test strip into the connector and also to simulate application of a bodily fluid sample to a test strip inserted into the connector by presenting one or both of (i) an alternating current (AC) load; and (ii) a direct current (DC) load to the strip port connector. The device is used to test operation of the meter.
Patent GB-2507604-A (GB)
Title: Rack and method thereof for simultaneously updating basic input output systems
Inventor: CHIU KUO-SHU
IPC: G06F9/445
Filed: 2013-04-05
Abstract: Updating firmware of a plurality of basic input output systems (BIOS) applied to a rack which comprises a rack management controller and a plurality of server nodes, updating may be done simultaneously. Rack management controller receives a BIOS firmware updating file 210 and generates an updating message to the plurality of baseboard management controllers in a plurality of server nodes 220. The baseboard management controller receives the updating message to download the firmware updating file from the rack management controller and to store it to a storage space 230. The baseboard management controller controls the memory to enter a recovery mode 240 after downloading the firmware updating file, and writes the firmware updating file into the memory to update the firmware of the basic input output system 250. If the updating message is not received the rack management controller may determine whether the number of times the message is not received is greater than a predetermined value and if it is an updating error message is generated.
Patent GB-2512842-A (GB)
Title: Sensor calibration method and apparatus
Inventor: TODD NEIL
IPC: A61B5/1495
Filed: 2013-04-08
Abstract: A method of calibrating a sensor comprising performing a first calibration cycle comprising: measuring a first sensor response to exposure to a first calibration fluid having a first concentration at a first temperature; measuring a second sensor response to a second calibration fluid having a second concentrations at a second temperature; determining a temperature dependence in the sensitivity of the sensor from the first and second response; and performing a second calibration cycle by repeating the first calibration cycle after a time interval; deriving a temperature dependent drift function for the sensor from the difference in the temperature dependence determined in the first and second calibration cycles; and generating a calibration curve including the temperature dependent drift function. Also claimed is an apparatus for monitoring an analyte concentration in a bodily fluid comprising: a sample chamber comprising a sensor; a fluid line connected to the sample chamber; a temperature control element; a signal processor coupled to the sensor; and a computer program for implementing the method of the invention. Preferably the apparatus is a cardiopulmonary bypass apparatus.
Patent GB-2521583-A (GB)
Title: Room temperature controller
Inventor: ARCY JOHN JOSEPH D
IPC: F24F11/00
Filed: 2013-07-29
Abstract: The room temperature control system comprises a heater 9 electrically connected with a base unit 5. The base unit plugs into a source of mains electricity such as a wall socket and is operable to supply or disconnect power received by the heater from the socket based upon command signals received wirelessly from a temperature sensing unit 1. The temperature sensing unit includes a temperature sensor 2, transmitter 3 and batteries 4. The base unit includes a receiver 6, control circuitry 7 and a silent switch 8 such as a triac so that power from the socket can be connected or disconnected quietly. The system is particularly suited to control of temperature in a room used with sleeping babies as the system can maintain an ideal sleeping temperature for infants by silently cutting in and out power to the heater based upon a temperature measured by the sensor of the sensing unit. The sensing unit may be fitted to a cot using a hook or loop fastener or may be incorporated as part of n audio/video monitoring device. The sensing unit may be operable to send an alarm to a smart-phone in the event of failure of the sensor.