baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2376780-A (GB)
Title: Usage strength between related information in an information retrieval system
Inventor: WARNER DOUGLAS K
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2001-04-05
Abstract: An information retrieval system allows a user to navigate through a plurality of informational items for a desired informational items, and upon selection of an information item, presents other informational items related to the selected informational item. The information retrieval system in accordance with the principles of the present invention maintains a database that defines a relational association between a plurality of informational items in the system. The relational association is based on historical navigational behavior of users of the information retrieval system, and includes a relationship type, which is based on the characteristic similarities between the informational items, and relationship strength, which is based the historical frequency of any related informational items being selected by a user within the same information retrieval session. When a navigation from one informational item to another information item is detected, the relationship type and the relationship strength of the two informational items are determined and stored in the database. During a subsequent selection of an informational item, any related informational items related to the selected informational item are sorted based on the respective relationship types and relationship strengths, and are provided in a sorted list from which the user can select. In an aspect of the present invention, the inventive informational retrieval system is utilized in a help information retrieval system to provide a dynamic context sensitive mapping of help informational items. The inventive informational retrieval system in accordance with the principles of the present invention provides a convenient and economical retrieval of the one desired informational item while leveraging the investment of time and effort made during prior information retrieval sessions.
Patent GB-2384588-A (GB)
Title: Downloading configuration settings for consumable replacement in a hard copy engine
Inventor: HAINES ROBERT E
IPC: G06K15/00
Filed: 2002-10-11
Abstract: A device 14 such as a printer, photocopier or facsimile machine is configured using data downloaded from the internet. The data can include a plug-in to identify devices connected to a computer 12 and act as a proxy to the vendor of consumables, such as ink cartridges, toners, paper etc., for those devices to order replacements when the devices sensors 22 detect that a replacement is needed. The identification may include the provision of information on make, model and serial number and the plug-in may group peripheral devices to according to local network arrangements to facilitate co-ordinated ordering of replacements. The thresholds at which point replacement products are to be ordered can be set by the user and included in the configuration details downloaded to the devices embedded web server 26. The system involves the interaction of a user with a web site to produce a configuration message which is forwarded to the embedded web server to configure the device. Additionally the system will forward order requests to a purchase authorizer.
Patent GB-2396477-A (GB)
Title: Animal training device
Inventor: MUGFORD ROGER ARTHUR
IPC: A01K15/02
Filed: 2002-12-20
Abstract: A hand held training device (1) capable of producing discreet clicks when operated by a user, having a means (13, 21) by which the user can vary the volume and/or tone of the clicks produced.
Patent GB-2385056-A (GB)
Title: Hair dyeing compositions comprising silicone elastomer
Inventor: POSTIAUX STEPHANIE
IPC: C08L83/05
Filed: 2003-01-24
Abstract: A hair dyeing composition comprises a silicone elastomer, which preferably has at least one alkoxy or hydroxy containing group, more preferably in conjunction with higher alkyl groups substituted onto silicon atoms. The hair dyeing agent composition may be a non-oxidative composition or an oxidative composition. Particularly preferred are hair dyeing compositions comprising a silicone elastomer which is a Dimethicone crosspolymer or a resin modified silicone elastomer.
Patent GB-2387255-A (GB)
Title: Administration of customized document production system and method
Inventor: PONCE RAFAEL ANTONIO MARTINEZ
IPC: G06Q10/10
Filed: 2003-02-19
Abstract: A method of administrating production of a customized document (16) includes designing and enabling use of at least one intelligent template (12) for the customized document, retrieving and customizing the at least one intelligent template for the customized document to create an intelligent document (14), including merging variable data (45) with the at least one intelligent template and modifying a format of the at least one intelligent template to accommodate the variable data and create the intelligent document, producing the customized document based on the intelligent document, and monitoring at least one of designing and enabling use of the at least one intelligent template, retrieving and customizing the at least one intelligent template, and producing the customized document.
Patent GB-2383990-A (GB)
Title: A Valve Fitting Including a Transponder
Inventor: SKERRA HELMUT WILHELM
IPC: B67D1/08
Filed: 2000-02-10
Abstract: A valve fitting for eg a pressurised liquid container such as a beer keg, which incorporates a transponder 28 which may be encapsulated in a plastics material 30 and is frictionally positioned in a recess which may be formed in a flange of the valve fitting or in a spear of down tube of the fitting. More than one transponder may be provided.
Patent GB-2403183-A (GB)
Title: Presentation folder for restaurant bill
Inventor: PACIFICO ADAM
IPC: B42F7/06
Filed: 2003-09-01
Abstract: A presentation folder 1, 2 for use, e.g., in a restaurant. The bill 15 is placed inside the folder and the folder and bill carried to the intended payer. When there is more than one payer, individual charge or credit cards and/or cash may be inserted into several pockets 10, 18, and by writing on re-markable sections 12 associated with each pocket, the payers can indicate to the service establishment how much of the bill is being paid by way of credit or card charge and how much in cash. The folder may include a calculator 20 to assist the payers with splitting the bill and a marker pen 5.
Patent GB-2406445-A (GB)
Title: Junction element
Inventor: RICHARDSON KEN
IPC: H01R25/00
Filed: 2003-09-23
Abstract: A junction element 40 for an electrical wiring system, comprising a circuit part 45 and a connection part 46,47,48,49 to connect a cable 41,42,43,44 having a plurality of cores 17,18,19 to the junction element. The connection part has a plurality of connectors, each connector being adapted to engage a corresponding core of the cable, each connector being appropriately connected to the circuit part.
Patent GB-2399369-A (GB)
Title: Bore liner
Inventor: HARRALL SIMON JOHN
IPC: B21D39/10
Filed: 2002-12-20
Abstract: A method of lining a drilled bore comprises running an expandable first tubular (18) into a bore and locating part portion of the first tubular in an unlined section of the bore and another portion of the first tubular (14) overlapping a portion of an existing second tubular. The first tubular is secured (24) relative to the second tubular while retaining the provision of fluid outlets to permit displacement of fluid from an annulus between the first tubular and the bore wall. An expansion device (23) is then run through the first tubular to expand the first tubular to a larger diameter. Cement is then circulated into the annulus between the expanded first tubular and the bore wall. The fluid outlets are then closed.
Patent GB-2398074-A (GB)
Title: Printed uv cured optical films
Inventor: IQBAL RIFAT
IPC: G03F7/00
Filed: 2002-11-27
Abstract: A photopolymer blend or system is disclosed capable of deposition onto a substrate (such as fabric, paper, plastics, metal or wood) to form text, drawings or shapes by a printing method such as by stencil printing or inkjet printing and capable of polymerisation to form a solid, light transmitting material having volume refractiveindex variations or surface relief features by the exposure of the deposits of the blend to electromagneticor other radiation. The blend includes a monomer, prepolymer, macromonomer or co-monomer comprising silicone groups, and at least one component of the system incorporates ethylenic unsaturation such that the system is capable of undergoing free radical initiated polymerisation. The blend or mixture may also contain various combination of thixotropic agents, and/or thickeners and/or dyes or pigments.
Patent GB-2404582-A (GB)
Title: Protective shield for a gripper rod
Inventor: LOYND PAUL GERERD
IPC: A47G27/04
Filed: 2004-07-20
Abstract: A protective shield for a gripper rod adapted to provide a protective barrier whilst a carpet is lifted. The shield comprises an elongate member which has a cross section such that it may be laid over and cover the gripper rod. The elongate member further comprises recesses 7 to accommodate intersecting gripper rods, end connecters to allow a plurality of members to be connected together and a flange 22 which may be held by a user.
Patent GB-2406791-A (GB)
Title: Foam formulation of minoxidil
Inventor: JACQUES ELIZABETH JOAN
IPC: A61K8/37
Filed: 2004-10-01
Abstract: A pharmaceutical dosage form comprises an active ingredient selected <SL> <LI>minoxidil, minoxidil sulphate, other soluble minoxidil salts and mixtures thereof; <LI>a surfactant; <LI>water; and <LI>optional further excipients; </SL> the formulation being adapted to form a foam when administered by spraying. Composition comprising minoxidil or minoxidil sulphate and propylene glycol and and cocamidopropyl betaine are exemplified.
Patent GB-2413468-A (GB)
Title: Frame alignment in a discrete multitone (DMT) system
Inventor: REDFERN ARTHUR J
IPC: H04Q7/00
Filed: 2005-04-19
Abstract: In an arrangement using discrete multitone symbols and frequency division duplexing: a first transceiver estimates a propagation delay, a second transceiver receives the estimated propagation delay from the first transceiver, and uses the estimated propagation delay to determine a round-trip propagation delay. A transmission time advance is determined based at least partly on the round-trip propagation delay. The second transceiver then transmits discrete multitone symbols advanced in time based on the determined transmission time advance. The embodiments relate to a digital subscriber line system, and to the distribution of echo noise, frame alignment and cyclic extension partitioning.
Patent GB-2425702-A (GB)
Title: Photosynthetic apparatus and method using algae
Inventor: STEWART-JONES GUILLAUME
IPC: A01G33/00
Filed: 2005-05-04
Abstract: The apparatus comprises a series of platforms made from a plastic base, covered with a thin, clear plastic film, the base and film being spaced apart by flexible connecting spacers. In use the apparatus is filed with water containing an algal seed culture, nutrients and dissolved carbon dioxide. The algae capture the carbon dioxide by photosynthesis and can be harvested at various points in the system. Oxygen produced during the process can be released through collection valves located at elevated positions through the system.
Patent GB-2431715-A (GB)
Title: Optical leak detection apparatus and method
Inventor: MACDONALD DAVID MURRAY
IPC: G01M3/38
Filed: 2005-10-25
Abstract: An apparatus and method for the detection of leaks, in particular for testing for small holes in fuel injectors. The leak detection apparatus comprises an opaque, lightproof vessel 1 including a chamber 2 that is closed by a lid 3. The component under test 8 is mounted through aperture 5 and connected to a source of pressurised fluid. A light source 6' and filter 6'' are located at opening 6. Similarly photo-detector 7' and filter 7'' are located at opening 7. The apparatus functions by analysing the absorption spectrum of the fluid passed through the component. The output voltage of the detector is preferably proportional to the volume of fluid in the chamber. The light shone into the vessel is preferably of the same spectrum as the absorption spectrum of the test fluid. The apparatus may be calibrated by introducing a known volume of a particular test fluid into the vessel.
Patent GB-2422033-A (GB)
Title: Converting ladder logic to boolean logic in a process control system
Inventor: KLEIN FREDERICK F
IPC: G06F9/45
Filed: 2006-01-10
Abstract: Disclosed herein is a method of converting a ladder logic routine into Boolean logic. Boolean representations of the ladder logic elements of the ladder logic routine are collected in respective logic expressions for each ladder rung of the plurality of ladder rungs defining the ladder logic routine. Boolean logic elements are then resolved from the logic expressions. The Boolean logic elements are then stored in a memory in an order in which the Boolean logic elements are resolved to express the ladder logic routine in accordance with an execution order of the ladder logic routine.
Patent GB-2424532-A (GB)
Title: Means for calculating a vertical correction for a reflected seismic signal
Inventor: VIGEN ERIK
IPC: G01V1/38
Filed: 2006-03-17
Abstract: An arrangement is disclosed for determining the position of seismic sources and receivers. Signals received by a first antenna 5 are processed to determine its three dimensional coordinate position. Signals received by the first antenna 5 and a second antenna 6 are combined and processed to estimate a spatial vector between the first and second antennas. The spatial vector is added to the three dimensional coordinate position of the first antenna 5 to provide a three dimensional coordinate position of the second antenna 6. Using the three dimensional coordinate position of the second antenna, a three dimensional coordinate position of a seismic source unit or receiver 3 may be determined, as well as the vertical correction for reflected seismic signals received by the receiver 3.
Patent GB-2423981-A (GB)
Title: Dispensing means and valve means for use therewith
Inventor: SLADE BRIAN PARRY
IPC: E03D9/03
Filed: 2004-12-07
Abstract: A dispensing means (10) for delivering a dose of a first liquid into a second liquid is provided, the dispensing means comprising an enclosure (12) for the first liquid, and valve means (16), the dispensing means being operable such that raising a level (114) of a second liquid relative to the dispensing means so as to subject the dispensing means to hydrostatic pressure causes a dose of the first liquid to be displaced from the enclosure (12) to establish a column (118) of the first liquid that acts on the valve means, and subsequent lowering of the level (114) of the second liquid relative to the dispensing means so as to reduce the hydrostatic pressure acting on the valve means (16) causes the valve means to deliver the dose. Also provided is a valve means (16) adapted for attachment to an inlet tube and comprising a valve body (62) and a flexible membrane (72), which, when attached to an inlet tube (22) containing a column of a first liquid and immersed in a second liquid, the hydrostatic pressure causes the flexible membrane (72) to seal the valve body (62) so as to prevent a flow of the first liquid, and when a level of the second liquid is lowered, the flexible membrane (72) unseals the valve body (62) so as to allow a flow of the first liquid through the valve body (62).
Patent GB-2429203-A (GB)
Title: Energy producing material
Inventor: KOCH ERNST-CHRISTIAN
IPC: C06B49/00
Filed: 2006-06-02
Abstract: An energy producing material comprising a chemically uniform material, such as a dimagnesium derivative of perfluoroalkylmagnesium compound, having a formula (-(CF2)-Mg-Mg-)n whose monomer units contain an electron donor, preferably selected from the groups of the metals lithium, magnesium, calcium, strontium, barium, titanium, zirconium, zinc, boron, aluminium or silicon and an electron acceptor, having a group of general composition YaXb where Ya is selected from carbon, nitrogen, sulphur or phosphorous and Xb is selected from fluorine, chlorine or oxygen such as CnF2n. The stoichiometric ratio of electron donor to electron acceptor should be less than or greater than 1.
Patent GB-2430452-A (GB)
Title: Method of using a downhole deployment valve
Inventor: HOSIE DAVID G
IPC: E21B47/10
Filed: 2003-11-04
Abstract: A method of using a downhole deployment valve (DDV) 110 in a wellbore 100 comprises assembling the DDV as part of a casing string 102, running the casing string into the wellbore, running a drill string 500 through the casing string bore and the DDV bore, and drilling the wellbore to a second depth using the drill string. The DDV comprises a valve member 230 movable between an open and a closed position, and a sensor 128,129 configured to sense a parameter of the DDV or a parameter of the wellbore.
Patent GB-2447302-A (GB)
Title: Valve for fuel dispensing nozzle that prevents misfuelling
Inventor: THOMSON JACK GALL
IPC: B60S5/02
Filed: 2007-04-10
Abstract: A valve 12 is provided, for incorporation in a fuel dispensing nozzle 10. A fluid conduit 16, has a sealing member (14, fig 1b) that is moveable between a first active position in which it closes the fluid conduit to prevent fluid flow therethrough and a second inactive position in which it the fluid conduit is open to permit fluid flow therethrough. Without flow through the conduit the shut-off mechanism is activated and no fuel will be dispensed. An actuator 30 is moveably coupled to the fluid conduit 16 so as to be moveable between first and second positions. The actuator 30 is engaged with the sealing member (14, fig. 1b) such that movement of the actuator 30 between the first and second positions causes corresponding movement of the sealing member (14, fig 1b) between the first active position and the second inactive position. The actuator body 32 is shaped to abut the filling neck of a petrol fuel tank following insertion of the dispensing nozzle 10 into the filling neck to move the actuator 30 from the first position to the second position. A diesel fuel tank has a wider neck than a petrol fuel tank, thus the actuator would not be moved to urge the sealing member up and open the conduit, thereby preventing misfuelling of a petrol tank with diesel fuel.
Patent GB-2448527-A (GB)
Title: Electronically controlled clutch arrangement for a locking mechanism comprising cams, actuator and sliding member
Inventor: POWELL SIMON
IPC: E05B47/06
Filed: 2007-04-18
Abstract: An electronically controlled clutch arrangement is capable of being fitted to a locking mechanism. The arrangement comprising a first cam 2 arranged to rotate with a first handle, a second cam 3 located within the periphery of the first cam 2 for connection with a second handle and a sliding member 9 with a protrusion arranged to sit in a groove between said first and second cams. The clutch arrangement is provided with an actuator 4 that is capable of being electronically energized. The sliding member 9 is capable of movement towards the actuator 4 on operation of the handle. A buffer plate 11 may be provided to protect a plunger of the actuator 4. The arrangement allows the first handle on the un-trusted side of an access control device to operate the locking mechanism on electronic authentication.
Patent GB-2436261-A (GB)
Title: Liquid crystal compounds,liquid crystal medium and liquid crystal display
Inventor: KIRSCH PEER
IPC: C09K19/28
Filed: 2005-11-18
Abstract: The instant invention relates to mesogenic compounds, which comprise two mesogenic groups, which are bound to a common atom, said common atom optionally may further be substituted. The instant invention further relates to mesogenic media, preferably liquid crystal media showing a blue phase and their use in electro-optical light modulation elements and to their respective use in displays, as well as to such devices.
Patent GB-2453350-A (GB)
Title: Domestic Appliance
Inventor: CORNISH MICHAEL WILLIAM JOHN
IPC: A47J19/02
Filed: 2007-10-03
Abstract: The invention provides a juice extractor for extracting juice from fruit or vegetables. The juice extractor comprises a cavity (38) in which fruit or vegetables (100) are received and a spout (22) forming an outlet for delivering extracted juice from the juice extractor . The juice extractor has a juice collection mechanism (70) for receiving juice extracted from the fruit or vegetables (100) and delivering it to the spout (22). The entire juice collection mechanism (70) is removable from the juice extractor for cleaning purposes. The juice collection mechanism (70) can also be removed from the juice extractor as a single unit which makes the juice extractor (10) very easy to clean and maintain.
Patent GB-2443094-A (GB)
Title: Gain coefficient interpolator for digital signals
Inventor: WARRINGTON JOHN PATRICK
IPC: H03G11/00
Filed: 2007-10-19
Abstract: The invention provides a digital signal processor for interpolating again coefficient to be applied to a digital signal. The system controls the rate of change of a gain coefficient and prevents artifacts such as audio noise from being created. The system employs first memory means for storing a target gain coefficient; second memory for storing a current gain coefficient; response determining means for determining an output gain coefficient based on the target gain coefficient and the current gain coefficient; and means for storing the output gain coefficient in the second memory means in place of the current gain coefficient, to be used as the current gain coefficient in subsequent operations. In this way, a gain coefficient interpolator can be implemented using hardware rather than the previous DSP software approach.
Patent GB-2454213-A (GB)
Title: Analyzing a Plurality of Stored Images to Allow Searching
Inventor: BIRTLES ALAN PETER
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2007-10-31
Abstract: A plurality of stored images are analyzed by dividing each of the plurality of the stored images into a plurality of segments; deriving a plurality of sets of segments, each set comprising different combinations of said segments to the other sets and deriving feature data corresponding to a property of each set of segments. These feature sets are then stored in association with its associated image to allow searching of the images based on such feature sets.
Patent GB-2444410-A (GB)
Title: Genetic profiling method
Inventor: STEPHAN DIETRICH A
IPC: G16B20/10
Filed: 2007-11-30
Abstract: A method or system for assessing phenotypes, such as a disease or a susceptibility to a disease, of an individual's genomic information, such as single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), comprises comparing a genomic profile of the individual with a database of genotype/phenotype correlations. reporting the results back to the individual, updating the database with newly discovered correlations and/or new genomic data and reporting the revised correlations back to the individual. Multiple genetic markers, together with other information, are combined to produce a Genetic Composite Index (GCI) score. An on-line portals comprising a website allows individuals to access and analyse the information. Methods for determining predisposition to, in particular, Alzheimer's Disease, colorectal cancer, osteoarthritis or exfoliation glaucoma, based on specific SNP markers, are provided.
Patent GB-2455323-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle-mounted foldable display board
Inventor: O'NEILL BRIAN
IPC: E01F9/012
Filed: 2007-12-05
Abstract: A foldable display board 101 for mounting on a vehicle comprises hinged first 105 and second 107 display boards with a drive mechanism 113 operable to drive the foldable display board between an open position in which the first display board 105 extends from the second 107, and a closed position (see figure 2B) in which the first display board 105 overlies the second display board 107. The foldable display board may be mounted on the rear of a vehicle to display road traffic signs or warning messages to other road users.