baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2399869-A (GB)
Title: A lip seal for sealing a rotary shaft
Inventor: ARMOUR JAMES EDWARD GORDON
IPC: F16J15/32
Filed: 2003-10-31
Abstract: A lip seal comprises resilient annular sealing means 2, 3 having a sealing lip (4 in Fig. 1) adapted for sealing engagement at its end (9 in Fig. 1) with a relatively movable shaft 5, and a valve lip (6 in Fig. 1). The lips 4, 6 are, in use, normally closed and means 11, 13 for injecting pressurised fluid into a space 7 between the closed lips 4, 6 causes the lips 4, 6 to open during use to allow the fluid to flow towards the end 9 of the sealing lip 4.
Patent GB-2390992-A (GB)
Title: Broach carrier
Inventor: MILLER RAYMOND T
IPC: B23D43/04
Filed: 2001-06-04
Abstract: A broach tool including a row of longitudinally aligned cutting inserts (22) spaced apart by removable insert support members (25). The insert support members (25) and the cutting inserts (22) each have a root portion captured within the main body of the broach tool. Bracing support is provided to each of the cutting inserts (22) during a broaching operation by one of the insert support members (25).
Patent GB-2393847-A (GB)
Title: Digital broadcast receiving/recording apparatus
Inventor: SAGISHIMA NORIHIRO
IPC: H04H60/11
Filed: 2002-06-21
Abstract: In program recording control, an MPU (17) sends a control instruction to a stream recording/reproducing block (4), so that a partial TS output from a TS decoder (3a) is supplied to an external recording apparatus (31) via an IEEE 1394 interface (5). Here, when the external recording apparatus (31) cannot be found or connection cannot be established, the MPU (17) sends a control instruction to the stream recording/reproducing block (4) to perform recording on a hard disc drive (6) which is a built-in recording apparatus.
Patent GB-2396134-A (GB)
Title: Method of producing latent elastic,cross-direction-oriented films
Inventor: BOGGS LAVADA CAMPBELL
IPC: B29C48/89
Filed: 2002-04-09
Abstract: A blown film process for producing low gauge, latent elastic films with high cross-direction orientation includes preferentially regulating the temperature gradient of the film along the expansion length. The regulation of temperature along the bubble profile allows more effective "down gauging" of the film and improved melt strength of the hot film. The choice of raw materials is an important element in producing cross-direction-oriented, low gauge, latent elastic films. The method of this invention can be carried out as either a multiple-bubble (30, 34) process or a single-bubble process.
Patent GB-2400657-A (GB)
Title: Examining a diamond
Inventor: LAWSON SIMON CRAIG
IPC: G01N21/65
Filed: 2002-09-12
Abstract: In order to determine whether a blue-to-green diamond (1) has been artificially irradiated or ion bombarded to change its colour, it is irradiated with light of 633 nm wavelength in order to stimulate the emission of luminescence, and luminescence from about 680 to about 800 nm is detected using a confocal microscope (3) and a spectrometer (8) as the focal plane (9) is scanned vertically through the diamond (1). A rapid decrease in luminescence with increase in depth indicates natural irradiation whilst a more rapid decrease indicates ion bombardment. Alternatively, in order to determine whether a diamond (1) is a natural/synthetic doublet, it is irradiated with radiation of 325 nm wavelength in order to stimulate the emission of luminescence, and luminescence from 330 to 450 nm is detected. An abrupt change in luminescence with increase in depth indicates that the diamond is a natural/synthetic doublet.
Patent GB-2402942-A (GB)
Title: Cutting oil composition for machine tool
Inventor: NISHIMURA KIMIO
IPC: C10N40/22
Filed: 2004-05-11
Abstract: A machine tool is used for machining a workpiece in the presence of a cutting oil composition. The machine tool includes a tool base and a hard carbon coating formed on the tool base. The hard carbon coating has 1 atomic% or less of hydrogen. The cutting oil composition contains a base oil and at least one of an ashless fatty-ester friction modifier and an ashless aliphatic-amine friction modifier.
Patent GB-2403354-A (GB)
Title: Electric machine with integrated power electronics
Inventor: TABATOWSKI-BUSH BEN
IPC: H02K11/04
Filed: 2003-02-21
Abstract: An electric motor 10 includes a housing surrounding the stator, the housing end having the electronics mounted in a pancake configuration 44 comprising power electronic 23 ie bare power dies 36, a pancake capacitor (layer 48), a cold plate (layer 50) and liquid cooled busbars 62 forming the mount. A liquid power die attach 66 surrounded by a sealant 72 may be present between the die and the cooled busbar, an electrical interconnect liquid metal die attach 74, a interconnect substrate 77, sealent 74, thermal adhesive 78 and a heat sink 80 being present, the layers 78,80 providing further cooling of the die. Other connecting arrangements are disclosed (Fig 5c). The busbar may incorporate a cooling channel or comprise a heat pipe arrangement Fig 7a or other form of vapour/liquid heat spreader Fig 7c. Figs 1,2 disclose a mounting arrangement surrounding the stator with a three layer construction.
Patent GB-2408121-A (GB)
Title: Secure multi-entity access to resources on mobile telephones
Inventor: SPOONER DAVID
IPC: H04M1/72412
Filed: 2004-11-08
Abstract: Controlling access to a specific resource on a mobile telephone comprises the steps of: <SL> <LI>(a) associating an identity, e.g. a user, with a permission state, in which an identity is a label applicable to one of several entities on whose behalf the resource could potentially be used and the permission state defines whether or not the resource can actually be used; and <LI>(b) allowing use of the resource solely to an entity or entities labelled with an identity associated with a permission state that does permit such use. </SL> The method may further comprise: a script or other kind of executable code associated with a given entity sending a request to use the specific resource; the script being labelled with an identity or including a secure signature from which an identity can be deduced; and a software component running on the device processing the request and using the identity to determine the applicable permission state associated with the identity for that script or executable code.
Patent GB-2424002-A (GB)
Title: Lintel faced with glass fibre reinforced concrete
Inventor: MATTHEWS PAUL
IPC: E04C3/02
Filed: 2005-03-10
Abstract: A lintel 10 comprises a rigid elongate beam 16, 18, with a facing element 26 of glass fibre reinforced concrete. The facing may cover the front and lower surfaces as shown, or the front face only, and may be plain or embossed.
Patent GB-2412774-A (GB)
Title: Variable password access controller
Inventor: ROTHWELL BRIAN
IPC: G07C9/00
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: An access control device prompts a user requiring access to enter one of a number of passwords. The user identifies the password that is required from the prompt. There are two essential modes of operation. In both modes a device (10) confirms the ID of the user by comparing the password entered with that requested. In ID Test mode a device (13) then selects a different prompt and password to be used next time an ID Test is requested. In Set Up mode a device (12) requires the user to change the password for each prompt from that supplied to one of their choice. Preferably the device has the capability to allow a limited number of repeat attempts to enter the correct password and to allow from time to time the user to change the passwords corresponding to the prompts.
Patent GB-2428700-A (GB)
Title: Elevated airport
Inventor: AUSTIN STANLEY G
IPC: B64F1/36
Filed: 2005-08-05
Abstract: A building 100 is disclosed comprising a runway 101 suitable for use by a fixed wing aircraft 103 during take off and landing. The runway is supported by the building and suspended high above ground level preferably on top of the building. The present invention addresses the problems of noise pollution generated by aircraft during take off and landing.
Patent GB-2429420-A (GB)
Title: Handheld power tool
Inventor: TA JING NING
IPC: B25B21/00
Filed: 2005-08-26
Abstract: A handheld power tool 10 comprises a body 12; a driving mechanism 16; and a head 14 which is supported by the body 12 for pivotable movement about a pivot axis P. The head 14 includes a tool portion 32, which is rotatably drivable by the driving mechanism 16. The driving mechanism 16 includes a drive motor 18 housed in the body 12, a driving bevel gear 36 provided on or in the body 12 and drivable by the drive motor 18, a driven bevel gear 38 provided on the head 14 for driving the tool portion 32 and which is spaced from the driving bevel gear 36, and a torque-transmitting bevel gear 40 which is mounted for rotation on the pivot axis P of the head 14 and which engages both the driving and driven bevel gears 36, 38 for transmitting a driving torque therebetween.
Patent GB-2434516-A (GB)
Title: A plant root protection device.
Inventor: HEARD GEOFFREY ROBIN JOHN
IPC: A01G27/02
Filed: 2006-01-26
Abstract: A plant root protection device comprises a disc with a cut-out A allowing it to fit around the plant at soil level. The device has a raised lip B which helps to channel moisture to the root of the plant. In use the device would afford protection to the roots of climbing plants against excessive heat and afford some protection against frost. It may also afford some protection against pests. The device provides the user with a permanent means of labelling the plant along the edge of the lip C.
Patent GB-2434574-A (GB)
Title: A dispensing closure
Inventor: THANISCH KLAUS
IPC: B65D47/20
Filed: 2006-01-27
Abstract: A closure (10) for a container having an open end is provided. The closure comprises a base (20) and a cooperating disc-like lid (30). The closure is formed from injection moulded plastics material and provides a dispensing passage (40). The lid and base are provided with interconnection means (60, 76), such that the lid has limited rocking movement with respect to the base between a closed position in which the passage is isolated from the interior of the container and an open position in which the passage can communicate with the interior of the container when mounted thereon. The interconnection means of the lid and the base are spaced inwardly of the respective perimeters thereof. By locating the interconnection means of the lid and base spaced inboard/inwardly of the respective perimeter thereof, no sink marks are created on the outer radial wall of the base. Further, the outer radial surface of the interconnection means of the lid and/or base are accessible, in addition to the inner radial surface. This allows more control over both the shape and method of moulding of the interconnection means. The interconnection means may be pivotal or maybe a flexible member (77, fig 5).
Patent GB-2436164-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in electrical connections between electronic components and conductive tracks
Inventor: FAWDINGTON KEITH
IPC: H01L21/768
Filed: 2006-03-16
Abstract: Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFIDs) sometimes fail because of a break in the connection between a microchip mounted on a substrate sheet and a conductive track printed on the substrate forming an antenna for the device, owing to twisting or bending of the substrate. The problem is solved by depositing conductive material forming the conductive track over a surface of the component 2, thereby making electrical contact with it. The conductive material may serve as an adhesive which attaches the component to the substrate. The component may be positioned within a recess in the substrate, with the conductive material deposited into the recess which is, shaped as a channel 1A corresponding to a desired track pattern.
Patent GB-2438863-A (GB)
Title: In-line multi-port selector valve
Inventor: MCBETH RUSSELL ERIC
IPC: F16K11/072
Filed: 2005-03-21
Abstract: A multi-port selector valve (100) has a valve body (110) that includes an inlet port module (112), and outlet port module (120), and a port selector (130). The port selector (130) is rotatably disposed in the valve body (110) and includes a flow path (132) disposed through the port selector, a path inlet (134), a path outlet (136), and an offset portion (138). The path inlet (134) has a first flow direction (150) and the path outlet has a second flow direction (152). The offset portion includes a longitudinal flow direction (Y-Y) with an angle of less than 90 degrees with the first flow direction.
Patent GB-2429999-A (GB)
Title: Two-cone drill bit with enhanced bottom hole coverage
Inventor: BOUDRARE MOHAMMED
IPC: E21B10/16
Filed: 2005-09-07
Abstract: A two-cone drill bit has a plurality of cutting elements arranged on the roller cones such that a bottom hole coverage greater than about 17 percent is achieved per revolution of the two-cone drill bit. Two lug pads 103A, 103B may also be disposed on opposing sides of the bit body between first and second legs of the bit. The first and a second roller cones, 155A, 115B may have a cone separation angle between about 145 degrees and about 166 degrees.
Patent GB-2445735-A (GB)
Title: Retractable crutch carrying aid
Inventor: BIRNIE RICHARD
IPC: A41F15/00
Filed: 2007-01-19
Abstract: A crutch carrying aid which comprises a crutch mounted unit 1 with a diagonal shoulder to waist strap 7 which clips into an anchor point 5 at the top of the down leg of the crutch to aid carrying the unused crutch when ascending or descending stairs. Preferably the carrying aid keeps the crutch safely out of the way. The carrying aid may include a clutch and spring mechanism which is operated by pressing a button 2 on unit 1 to return the strap 7 to its storage position. Unit 1 and anchor point 5 may be made from plastic and strap 7 may be webbing. A method of using the carrying aid describes unbuckling strap 7, placing the crutch over the shoulder so it hangs down the users's back, re-fastening strap 7 diagonally across the chest and taking up the slack by pressing return button 2.
Patent GB-2445989-A (GB)
Title: Controlling interference between first and second communication systems
Inventor: CENTONZA ANGELO
IPC: H04B7/005
Filed: 2007-01-23
Abstract: Each communication system comprises a base station (HBS, MBS) and at least one user device (UE1, UE2). The method comprises, in response to a trigger, setting up a connection between a first system user device (UE1) and the second system base station (MBS2) and using a closed-loop power control to find a maximum uplink power (4) for the first system user device (UE1). This maximum uplink power is subsequently used as the maximum allowed power for communication with the first system base station (HBS1). This means that the maximum uplink power (4) is not exceeded and interference between the first system user device (UE1) and the second system base station (MBS2) is avoided.
Patent GB-2434644-A (GB)
Title: Test for presence of microorganisms in a biological sample
Inventor: SEMIKHODSKII ANDREI
IPC: C40B40/06
Filed: 2007-01-23
Abstract: Provided are methods and testing of biological samples that may or may not comprise microorganisms. The biological sample is typically immobilised on a solid substrate at a first location, wherein the solid substrate is contained within a chamber that can be sealed and transported to a second location. At the second location a diagnostic multiplexing panel (DMP) specifically designed for the simultaneous identification of a plurality of potential microorganisms that may be present in the biological sample is applied via a primer extension reaction directed a highly conserved nucleic acid sequences in the microorganisms under test. The DMP comprises a plurality of primer sequences directed at identifying at least one microorganism that may be present in the sample. The methods and apparatus of the invention may be used in the diagnosis of the presence of infectious pathogens in the biological sample, for example for diagnosis of sexually transmitted infection.
Patent GB-2449626-A (GB)
Title: Kitchen management system
Inventor: DOWNES THOMAS
IPC: G06Q50/12
Filed: 2007-02-06
Abstract: A voice message system for use in kitchen management, particularly drive-thru restaurants, including a data processor: data storage means storing a plurality of preset electronic messages; a primary base station; a transmitter; a plurality of receivers adapted to reproduce one or more selected messages, transmit radio frequency messages and communicate between each other; and one or more ordering posts adapted to communicate with said kitchen management system. The messages are initiated at said ordering posts and then transmitted to the data processor by the transmitter, said data processor converts the message into one of more preset messages transmitted to the master module or a secondary module and then to the primary station wherein the message is distributed to one or more receivers or a speaker post system. In addition, the system is capable of integrating means for recording and logging orders wherein orders are prioritised and then transmitted to a speaker module wherein orders are reproduced audibly. Further, the system may comprise an electronically controlled apparatus for cooking food in response to a signal from the data processing means and a lane timer for detecting cars driving through the ordering posts.
Patent GB-2446418-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and methods for automatic recognition, metering and energy output prediction of renewable energy devices
Inventor: BOAIT PETER
IPC: F03B13/12
Filed: 2007-02-08
Abstract: In one embodiment of the present invention an identification apparatus is used to identify a particular type of renewable energy device such as a solar water heater having a solar panel 4 (other examples of devices disclosed include photovoltaic generators, wind turbines, wave /tidal generators and combined power and heating generators CHPs). The apparatus includes an electronic control unit 10 and an energy sensor 16. The energy sensor 16 measures an energy parameter that is affected by an energy output of the renewable energy device. In the case embodiment shown in Figure 1 the energy sensor 16 is a temperature sensor that measures the temperature of the water in a domestic hot water cylinder 2. Water is drawn out of the hot water cylinder 2 and heated by the solar panel 4 before being returned to the hot water cylinder 2. The energy sensor 16 provides energy data in the form of temperature measurements to the electronic control unit 10. The electronic control unit 10 uses this energy data to derive a profile of the changes over time in the energy parameter. It then correlates the derived profile with one or more reference profiles. Each reference profile corresponds to a particular renewable energy source so that a match between the derived profile and one of the reference profiles can be used to identify the type of renewable energy device. Other embodiments deal with the way in which auxiliary energy devices such as the electric immersion heater 8 can be controlled in an efficient manner to exploit the energy provided by the renewable energy device and the metering of the electrical output of a renewable energy device. Also disclosed is an apparatus and method for predicting future output of the energy device.
Patent GB-2446585-A (GB)
Title: High bulk laminated board using embossed plies
Inventor: ADIE VICTOR JOHN CLEMENT
IPC: B32B3/28
Filed: 2007-02-14
Abstract: The plies of paper or board 21 and 22 are embossed by passing them between embossing rollers 3 and 4 and 5 and 6. They are then laminated together in register so that the raised parts of the embossed design contact each other mirror fashion by means of embossing rollers 4 and 5 being geared to run in synchronisation. The outer liner plies are adhered at press section 19. Moisture balance is ensured by the paired plies being glued simultaneously at 8 and 9 and 13 and 14 and laminated simultaneously at nip 7 and press section 19.
Patent GB-2436486-A (GB)
Title: Wheeled luggage with retractable steering wheel assembly
Inventor: LEE PAUL TEE HUI
IPC: A45C13/26
Filed: 2006-08-31
Abstract: A wheeled luggage case comprises a luggage receptacle having a major wall of the receptacle adapted to serve as a wall that faces the ground during a wheeled mode of travel of the luggage case, a plurality of wheels 57 at one end of the bottom wall, a retractable steering wheel 58 assembly 68 located on the bottom wall at a location spaced from the plurality of wheels, the steering wheel assembly being moveable between an active position at which the steering wheel assembly extends below the bottom wall of the luggage receptacle and an inactive position at which the steering wheel assembly is retracted and a handle 67 located at one end of the luggage receptacle for steering, pushing and/or pulling purposes. The handle may serve to move the retractable steering wheel assembly between the active and inactive positions and the case may be adapted to be pushed with the steering assembly leading, as specified in claim 1 and those appending thereto. The handle may be flexibly attached to the case with the case being supported such that it is at an angle to the ground.
Patent GB-2451137-A (GB)
Title: Valve sealing arrangement
Inventor: SMITH ROBERT GEORGE
IPC: F16K41/04
Filed: 2007-07-20
Abstract: A valve body 6 has a bore and a spindle 9 received in the bore, the spindle being movable to open and close the valve. A compression gland seal 8 is provided about the spindle 9 and between the spindle and the bore in the valve body 6. A first O-ring seal 25 is provided about the spindle at a position spaced along the spindle from the gland seal 8, and provides a seal between the spindle and the bore of the valve body. A second O-ring seal 29 is provided about the spindle at a position spaced along the spindle from the gland seal 8 and the first O-ring seal 25, and provides a further seal between the spindle 9 and the bore of the valve body. The specific arrangement of spaced O-ring seals used in combination with a rotary spindle and an active compression gland produces improved performance in reducing fugitive emissions.
Patent GB-2441646-A (GB)
Title: Attaching a disc to a spindle of a spinstand
Inventor: WARN IAN STANLEY
IPC: G11B17/028
Filed: 2007-09-04
Abstract: Apparatus for attaching a disk 5 to a spindle 4 of a spinstand (1) has a spindle adapter 40. The spindle adapter has a drawbar 41 movably disposed within. The drawbar has a connector end 42 that is reversibly connectable to the cap 60 and has a piston 44 that is connectable to a source of fluid pressure. The drawbar is movable in response to fluid pressure so as to urge together the cap 60 and the spindle adapter 40 when connected. The cap and the spindle adapter hold the disk therebetween. In another arrangement, a movable stage movable over a deck (2) of a spinstand (1) has a lift stage (80) arranged to hold a cap 60 with a disk 5 positioned thereon. The lift stage (80) has at least one actuator for raising the lift stage so that the cap can be connected with a spindle adapter of a spindle of a spinstand.
Patent GB-2452760-A (GB)
Title: Storing and searching data in a database tree structure for use in data packet routing applications.
Inventor: BERGER JONATHAN RICHARD
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2007-09-14
Abstract: This invention relates to databases and methods for storing and searching data in database tree structures. The invention relates to the processing of data stored in database tree structures for use in data packet routing applications. The invention allows searching of data in a database where one or more nodes stored in the database have associated node keys which are prefixes of node keys associated with other nodes stored in the database. The invention thus allows a wider range of node keys to be represented in the database. Limited access to node keys is required during searching of the database and the search speed may be independent of search key length.