baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2532687-A (GB)
Title: Plantain food product and processes for producing plantain food product
Inventor: THELMA OVIASU
IPC: B65D81/34
Filed: 2014-08-15
Abstract: The invention comprises various embodiments of processes by which cookable food product may be prepared and the consumable product that may be made through the uses of those processes. Advantageously, a food product may be made through the processes that is lower starch and more nutritious than food product made through conventional food processes. The system and methods may be used to make a cookable food product and a consumable food product from plantain or another type of starchy fruit or vegetable.
Patent GB-2549465-A (GB)
Title: Parcel depository
Inventor: BRIAN SYDNEY WILLCOX
IPC: E05G1/00
Filed: 2016-04-13
Abstract: A depository 1 for parcels 5 including a housing 2 having an unsecured access point 4 through which a parcel can be delivered. A secure holding space 8 within the housing receives parcels from the unsecured access point. A secured access point 11 restricts access to the secure holding space. The depository further includes a device, which enables the owner to access the secured access point and also set the depository to permit an authorised person to have temporary access to the secure holding space via the secured access point. The device may be a lock 10 which also includes a mechanical keypad 15 for allowing one-off access. The unsecured access point may be a drawer, and flaps 6,7 may actuate upon closing of the drawer to drop a delivered parcel into the secure holding space. In use, the advantage is that the depository may be used both for a courier to make deliveries, and also allow for a courier to gain access to any outgoing parcels to be returned.
Patent GB-2551719-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to a fan assembly
Inventor: IAN ROWLAND
IPC: F04D29/36
Filed: 2016-06-27
Abstract: A fan assembly comprising a fan assembly hub having opposing portions, each opposing portion being provided with at least one locating region, and at least one fan blade, the or each fan blade having an attachment portion having at least one projection to each side, the or each fan blade being secured between the opposing portions of the fan assembly hub, in which the fan assembly further comprises a plurality of tapered angle adjusters, each tapered angle adjuster comprising first and second major surfaces, the first major surface being disposed at an angle to the second major surface, the first major surface being provided with a projection and the second major surface being provided with a recess, at least one of the tapered angle adjusters being located to each side of the attachment portion of the fan blade between the attachment portion of the fan blade and the adjacent fan assembly hub portion. The or each locating region may comprise a recess or an opening. Each portion of the hub may be made of steel. The fan blades may be made of injection-moulded short stranded thermoplastic glass fibre.
Patent GB-2552194-A (GB)
Title: Sensor-based breastfeeding volume measurement device
Inventor: JAMES TRAVERS
IPC: G01F3/16
Filed: 2016-07-13
Abstract: A breastfeeding milk flow measurement device comprising a flexible nipple shield 1 adapted to operably conform in shape with a nipple, the shield defining a flow-channel through which a volume of milk passes from the nipple to a baby, the device further comprising a flow sensor 2 mounted within the flow channel and traverse to the direction of flow. The flow sensor may comprise of at least one strain gauge (4, 5, fig 2) mounted on a flexible member (2, fig 2) surrounded by a support member (1, fig 2), where the deformation of the flexible member affecting the resistance of the strain gauge is used to determine flow. The gauges can be arranged in a quarter, half or full Wheatstone bridge arrangement to measure both tensile and compression measurement of the flexible member. The gauge may be metal foil, semiconductor or piezo resistor type and the flexible materials comprises polymide. A cable 5, 6, 10, extending from the shield may have a memory element embedded in or on the cable and connected to a processing module 7 that stores operating, calibration and historical date and can display 9 the information graphically. The device also has wireless communication capability. A first and second device can be incorporated into a brassiere for the left and right breast.
Patent GB-2552224-A (GB)
Title: Configuration data
Inventor: KATE JESSIE STONE
IPC: G06F3/044
Filed: 2016-07-12
Abstract: A method of generating configuration data whereby output of a device, such as mobile communications device, is controlled by a wireless network-enabled printed article according to the configuration data is disclosed. The method comprises receiving, from a wireless network-enabled printed article (such as a magazine, poster, point-of-sale device or the like) which has a set of switches (for example in the form of capacitive touch switches), data identifying the network-enabled printed article, transmitting the data identifying the network-enabled printed article to a remote server, receiving, from the remote server, first data identifying the switches and second data identifying content (which may be audio data and/or image data and/or video data), displaying, to a user, links for selecting the switches and, for one or more switches, receiving, from the user, a selection of a switch and selection of content to be linked to the switch, generating configuration data linking the switch and the content and transmitting the configuration data to the remote server. The content may be of audio, video or other multimedia data.
Patent GB-2553276-A (GB)
Title: Door handle assembly
Inventor: BRUCE PATRICK MCCARTHY
IPC: E05B15/02
Filed: 2016-08-02
Abstract: A mounting plate assembly 1 for mounting within a door handle assembly 3. The mounting plate assembly 1 having a plurality of lugs 5 for cooperating with fasteners which, in use, pass through a lock casing from one side of a door to the other. At least one lug 5A is moveable between a first and second positions on the mounting plate 15 assembly and is removable from the mounting plate assembly 1 without gaining access to the rear of the assembly. Preferably the lugs are be located in slots 9 in the mounting plate for positional adjustment to suit different mounting holes in a door/lock casing and include extension 51A internally threaded with a square head 53A preventing rotation of the lug; the head 53A may be threadably removable from the extension body 51A. An end of the lug extension 51A may have a slot formation (56A, fig.5) for engagement with screwdriver for positional adjustment.
Patent GB-2544154-A (GB)
Title: Motorized blind arrangement
Inventor: ASHER SABAN
IPC: E06B9/72
Filed: 2016-09-01
Abstract: The blind arrangement 10 includes at least one blind, at least one cord tube spool holder 12, at least one cord spool tube 14 having a longitudinal opening (16, figure 9) and is adapted to be inserted into the cord tube spool holder. The arrangement also includes at least one cord spool associated with each cord spool tube and is connected to the blinds and connected to the cord spool by means of a cord end connector (20, figure 12). The cord is adapted to be spooled onto a cord spool tube and is adapted to slide and/or move together with the cord end connector along the longitudinal opening as the windings increase. An extrusion is located within each cord spool tube and has a longitudinal groove along which the cord end connector moves. The arrangement includes a motor means 28 having a motor, a stationery shaft 30 and a rotator block 32 located within the extrusion, and a blind track (34, figure 17) adapted to cover the components except the blinds.
Patent GB-2542942-A (GB)
Title: Tactical threat assessor for a vehicle
Inventor: DAVID A HERMAN
IPC: G08G1/16
Filed: 2016-09-16
Abstract: A vehicle 22 comprises a controller (20,Fig.1) and sensors for detecting objects in zones (62-72,Fig.2) adjacent the vehicle. The controller generates a collision alert which may include a directional prompt in response to the vehicle approaching a path 94 defining a next turn of a navigational route 92 and a vehicle 102 being detected in a subset 70 of the detection zones selected to be on a same side of the vehicle as the turn direction. The alert may be generated in response to the vehicle being at a threshold distance, or travel time, from the next turn. The collision alert and directional prompt may be auditory or visual, such as a red circle (258,Fig5) or overlay (262,Fig6) on an arrow. The controller may pin guidance flags to the navigational route to mark a second distance closer to the next turn than the first distance, and delay issuing prompts until the second distance if no vehicles are found in the relevant zones. This improves navigation systems by providing collision warnings in connection with directions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Patent GB-2550991-A (GB)
Title: Agent and method for the temporary shaping of keratin fibers
Inventor: THORSTEN KNAPPE
IPC: A61Q5/06
Filed: 2016-12-13
Abstract: A cosmetic agent for the temporary shaping of keratin fibers, comprising a cosmetic preparation containing at least one copolymer which is composed at least of N-tert-octylacrylamide, acrylic acid and tert-butylaminoethyl methacrylate monomer units and at least one copolymer which is composed at least of (meth)acrylic acid, (meth)acrylic acid alkyl ester and (meth)acrylic acid hydroxyalkylester monomer units; and wherein the proportion by weight of the two copolymers based on the total weight of the cosmetic preparation is 1.0-10%. Preferably, the cosmetic agent further comprises at least one propellant. Also disclosed is a cosmetic product comprising said cosmetic agent and a dispensing device with a spray valve (e.g. hairspray). The use of the cosmetic agent or product for the temporary shaping of keratin fibers (in particular human hair) is also disclosed. A method for the temporary shaping of keratin fibers, in particular human hair, is also disclosed, comprising applying the cosmetic agent to the hair. The cosmetic agent of the invention provides a styling product with improved moisture resistance.
Patent GB-2560877-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to currency conversion
Inventor: ROBERT PYE
IPC: G06Q50/12
Filed: 2017-02-09
Abstract: A method of using a user device 100 comprises; capturing an image containing listed prices; performing optical character recognition (OCR) on the image to identify alphanumeric characters; identifying which character relate to price information; converting the identified price information into a price in a desired currency; outputting the converted price information on a display unit 10. The currency conversion could use a locally stored or online exchange rate. The image could be captured using a camera. The display could show the image with the converted price information placed over the relevant location. The method could be used to convert prices on a menu 1. An alternative method of using a user device comprises capturing images; extracting and converting information within the image and determining the location of the extracted and converted information; and displaying the image but with the converted information displayed over the determined location.
Patent GB-2549833-A (GB)
Title: Anti-theft accessory for a bicycle
Inventor: OBAIDAH MOHAMMED SHEIKH
IPC: B62J6/02
Filed: 2017-03-02
Abstract: A portable accessory device for a vehicle, the device comprising a module (40, figure 1A) configured to be removably mounted in or on said vehicle, in particular a bicycle, wherein a vehicle accessory unit (42, figure 1A) and an audible sounder unit 76 are provided at an outer surface of said module 40, the device further comprising electronics modules 68,70 within said module and communicably coupled to said sounder unit 76 for selective operation thereof, wherein said electronics modules include: - an alarm circuit configured to be selectively armed or disarmed and which, when armed, causes said sounder unit 76 to be operated in response to unauthorized movement of said vehicle; and - a vehicle accessory operation circuit, configured to enable a user to selectively operate said vehicle accessory. In the embodiments the accessory is a bicycle lamp. The alarm may be armed by removal of the lamp module 70 from the alarm module 68. Both modules may include a battery, and the alarm battery may be recharged from the lamp battery when the two modules are interconnected. Such interconnection may also disarm the alarm. The sounder unit 76 may be mounted so as to direct sound at a rider of the bicycle (ie in opposition to the lamp unit) to act as further deterrent to a thief. Also disclosed is a split housing which may be clamped around a member, such as a handlebar, to secure an alarm/lamp device in place.
Patent GB-2553014-A (GB)
Title: Dental compositions
Inventor: HUW LYN JONES
IPC: A61Q11/00
Filed: 2017-03-03
Abstract: A dental composition for coating teeth comprising 10-25% film forming polymer, such as polyacrylate polymer, a copolymer comprising methyl methacrylate and either methacrylic acid or ethyl acrylate, a methacrylic acid ester with quaternary ammonium groups, in which the ammonium groups are present as a salt, and 60-80% orally acceptable solvent, such as ethanol, further comprising 1-3% plasticiser, such as triethyl citrate, further comprising one or more pigments, such as titanium dioxide, mica or iron oxide, and an oral care active, such as calcium hydroxyapatite. Also disclosed is a kit comprising the aforementioned composition, and a remover composition for removing the tooth coating, comprising 30-50% ethanol.
Patent GB-2544939-A (GB)
Title: Picture compensation method and display provided with picture compensation
Inventor: TAIJIUN HWANG
IPC: G09G5/00
Filed: 2014-09-12
Abstract: A hollow-core photonic crystal fiber gas cell and a manufacturing method therefor. The hollow-core photonic crystal fiber gas cell comprises a single-mode fiber (103), a fiber splicing protection sleeve (105), a hollow-core photonic crystal fiber (111) and a photoelectric detector (121). One end of the single-mode fiber (103) is fused with one end of the hollow-core photonic crystal fiber (111) so that a fusion splice (107) is formed and one end of a sealed hollow-core photonic crystal fiber gas cell is formed. The fiber splicing protection sleeve (105) protects the fusion splice (107) in a covering manner. The hollow-core photonic crystal fiber gas cell is characterized in that the other end of the hollow-core photonic crystal fiber (111) is processed into an output end (115) in a fusion sealing manner. An output end surface faces, but is not parallel to, a detection surface of the photoelectric detector (121). The hollow-core photonic crystal fiber gas cell effectively alleviates the background noise problem of transmitted light of existing hollow-core photonic crystal fiber gas cells and has the characteristics of being small in size, light in weight and high in stability.
Patent GB-2563564-A (GB)
Title: Downhole apparatus
Inventor: GRAEME FOUBISTER
IPC: E21B29/00
Filed: 2017-04-13
Abstract: A knife 110 for cutting or milling an object in a wellbore, the knife being mountable on a downhole apparatus for moving the knife in a cutting direction, the knife comprising, A first cutting element 128 and a second cutting element 128, wherein one of the cutting elements is aligned to cut the object for an initial cutting operation, and the other cutting elements is aligned to cut the object after the initial cutting operation. A knife with a further intermediate element is also claimed, cutting or milling tools with the intermediate blade embodiment are also claimed as is a method of cutting or milling a downhole object. The cutting elements may be bevelled 142 or stepped to define the cutting faces, may exhibit positive or negative rake or relief angles and may have acutely angled corners.
Patent GB-2549879-A (GB)
Title: Auto discovery of configuration items
Inventor: CHINNA POLINATI
IPC: H04L12/24
Filed: 2015-12-21
Abstract: Implementations of a system, method and apparatus described herein execute a discovery process to identify a plurality of computing devices within a computer network and a respective configuration associated with each of the plurality of computing devices. Upon discovery of a first computing device configured by an agent, configuration management of the computer network is searched for a definition used by the agent to configure the first computing device, and the discovery process for the first computing device is modified based on the definition to identify a first plurality of configuration items associated with a current configuration of the first computing device. Finally, a service model database is updated with the first plurality of configuration items.
Patent GB-2553914-A (GB)
Title: Plug tracking using through-the-earth communication system
Inventor: Nicholas F Budler
IPC: E21B47/12
Filed: 2015-03-31
Abstract: A system for tracking an object in oil and gas wellbore operations wherein a releasable object carrying a first signal system is released into tube system associated with a wellbore. The first signal system communicates with one or more second signal systems positioned along the travel path of the object; along the surface of the formation; and/or throughout the wellbore. First signal system and the second signal system may communicate by RF signals. First signal system and any second signal systems positioned on the surface communicate by through-the-earth or very low frequency signals. A global positioning system may be utilized in conjunction with any second signal systems on the surface to identify the absolute location of the object in the underground wellbore. The first signal system carried by the object may be a piezoelectric system disposed to transmit a signal when the object experiences a predetermined pressure.
Patent GB-2566057-A (GB)
Title: A cutting device
Inventor: FRANK MARRON
IPC: B26D1/06
Filed: 2017-08-31
Abstract: Disclosed herein is a cutting device for cutting plasterboard, gypsum, drywall, or the like, comprising an elongated box frame 2, a cutting arm 7 mounted to a continuous roller chain 4, a cutting depth gauge 20, a cutting depth adjuster 21, a power means, and operating handles 16. The device may have limit switches to reverse the travelling direction of the cutting arm. The cutting arm may comprise a detachable blade 8. Further, a pair of guide rails may be provided along the inner sides of box frame 2 onto which guide rollers, attached to cutting arm 7, roll along. Sprockets 9 may be included at both ends of box frame 2 around which chain 4 rotates. A chain tightening means may be included. The power means may comprise a gear box and an electric motor. Handles 16 may be attached midway along frame 2 and may include a thumb switch 17. The device may further comprise a floor stand 18 with wheels 19. The invention serves to provide a more efficient and less dusty way of removing plasterboard walls.
Patent GB-2567173-A (GB)
Title: Cartilage plug
Inventor: Lobat Tayebi
IPC: B33Y80/00
Filed: 2017-10-04
Abstract: A joint plug 10 for repairing cartilage damage in a joint (figure 1b) has a bone scaffold portion 12 for accommodating bone tissue therein, an overlying cartilage scaffold portion 14 for accommodating cartilage tissue therein, and preferably a permeable membrane portion 18 provided as a surface layer. The membrane may be of polycaprolactone with a maximum pore size of less than 50 microns. The bone scaffold may be seeded with osteoblasts and the cartilage scaffold seeded with chondrocytes to promote integration and repair. Nutrients reach these cells by diffusing through the permeable membrane. The component portions may be provided as a kit of parts. A barrier layer in the bone scaffold may serve to limit the propagation of cartilaginous cells into the bone scaffold. The cartilage scaffold may be coupled to the bone scaffold via legs 16. A patient-specific joint plug may be manufactured by 3D printing based on scan data.
Patent GB-2572134-A (GB)
Title: Ball launch accuracy game for marked outdoor field and golf courses
Inventor: CHRISTOPHER NIGEL ASHTON
IPC: A63B71/02
Filed: 2018-02-28
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a ball launch accuracy game for marked outdoor field or golf courses, which is played by one to six players or teams of two players or more, using hand held curved ball holders and launching devices. The players aim is to accurately aim the ball at distance to certain marked areas on the ground, such as; target areas, a totem line and pole, rebound lines, a bonus line and bonus box, a green and bonus zones. Avoidance of a swamp, out of bounds areas, traps, bunkers and water hazards is achieved with an accurate delivery of the ball. The game may include painted markings and targets on a grass course with some physical parts in the ground or the marking and targets may all be removable and packed away.
Patent GB-2573734-A (GB)
Title: Media attribution
Inventor: Liam Whiteside
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 2018-03-12
Abstract: A method for streaming media from a computer-implemented media streaming system 1, the method comprising: receiving a primary media stream; receiving a plurality of items of interstitial content, each item being associated with content information specifying the content of the item; combining the items of interstitial content with the primary media stream to form a playout media stream; streaming the playout media stream to an identifiable media consumer aver a publicly accessible communications network; and storing data associating (i) the content information of the interstitial content in the media stream streamed to the consumer with (ii) other media consumed by or activities of the same computer or person. Interstitial items may be advertisements. Media stream may be an audio or video stream. Combining the items may comprise inserting the content into interruptions in the stream or overlaying the content on portions of the stream. Subsequent to the streaming and storing steps the method may further comprise: communicating with the media consumer to perform a transaction; and associating the transaction with the content information of the interstitial content. The invention seeks to provide a way to ascertain the effectiveness of advertisements combined with a media stream.
Patent GB-2572214-A (GB)
Title: A border control system and method of operating same
Inventor: CATHAL GREANEY
IPC: G06Q50/30
Filed: 2018-03-23
Abstract: A method of operating a border control system comprising placing a monitoring device 7(a-e) with a location sensor on a portable container 9(a-e) and monitoring the location of the container over time. The location information is periodically transferred to a remote processor 3 via a communications unit, where it is analysed in order to calculate a risk score for the container. The risk score is displayed on a user interface of a user computing device 13(a, b) operated by a customs official, who determines whether or not to inspect the container based on the risk score. The monitoring device 7(a-e) may also include a camera along with sensors that detect: motion, acceleration, the atmosphere, the presence of persons, or the presence of a specified gas. The risk score can also depend on inspection data, or, historical data of the container or a driver of a delivery vehicle.