baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2404436-A (GB)
Title: Nozzle for a ceiling mounted ventilation diffuser
Inventor: MAWDSLEY JOHN JAMES
IPC: F24F13/06
Filed: 2003-07-15
Abstract: A ventilation device/nozzle 4 for delivering air into a space, the nozzle 4 comprising an inlet 6 for air, an outlet for air and an air impingement surface 16 positioned between the inlet 6 and outlet, said air impingement surface 16 having a free edge 30 which defines an edge of a lower part of the outlet, said free edge 30 extending between a first point and a second point, wherein the length of the free edge 30 is greater than the distance between the first and second points. The free edge 30 of the nozzle 4 may include a convex region 26 with first and second regions 18, 20 either side of and contiguous with the convex region 26. The free edge 30 may be symmetrical. The convex region 26 may protrude from the impingement surface 16 to create a convex area 26. The nozzle 4 may be either round or rectangular and elongate (figures 8-11) in cross-section. There may be provided an assembly/ceiling tile 2 comprising an array of the nozzles 4 with the nozzles 4 configured such that a swirling air pattern is produced.
Patent GB-2394170-A (GB)
Title: Water soluble/dispersible containers for delivering solid agents
Inventor: HART GERALD LESLIE
IPC: B65D65/46
Filed: 2003-09-02
Abstract: The invention comprises a single use device for delivering free flowing solid agents such as cleaning, disinfecting or fragrance compositions. The device comprises a housing 2 containing the product 7. Dispensing openings 8 are provided, sealed for example by a water soluble film. In use the seal is peeled off and discarded, the agent is then dispensed eg around a toilet bowl and then the whole device is discarded down the toilet. Suitable materials for the housing are papier mach’, cellulose pulp, PVA.
Patent GB-2405880-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable frame structure
Inventor: CHEN YUEH-CHU
IPC: E02D27/01
Filed: 2003-09-12
Abstract: A ground - engaging frame comprises blocks 2, 2', with a protruding bar 204, 204' disposed in the middle of the top of the block 2, 2' and lower blocks 3,3', an embedding groove 203, 203' being disposed in the middle of the bottom of the blocks 2,2' and complementary to the protruding bar 304, 304'; an upper groove 21,21' and a lower groove 22,22' respectively disposed at the upper edges of each block 2,2',3,3' to define a locating feature; an opening 23,23',24,24' being disposed on each edge of adjacent blocks; an elastic clamp 4 for clipping and securing the blocks together, and each block having a chamber 20,20',30,30' ; a screw hole being disposed on both sides of the chamber such that the lower blocks 3,3' on the floor being sheathed by a board 5 (Fig 5, not shown) can be adjusted to an appropriate height by screws 36,36' and an adjusting screw rod 37,37'.
Patent GB-2393086-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for receiving data in a mobile communication system
Inventor: KIM NOH-SUN
IPC: H04L27/36
Filed: 2002-06-17
Abstract: A transmitted bit stream wherein each symbol is represented by at least 3 bits and those bits comprise a two parts with differing reliability of reception is received by a method according to this invention. For each transmission, coded bits are demodulated 602 from the received bit parts, systematic and parity bits are separated 604 and de-interleaved 606, 608. In a system using retransmission of incorrectly received data (ARQ), the coded bits from an initial transmission and at least one re-transmission are weighted and combined 610, decoded and subjected to cyclic redundancy check 614 to determine correct or faulty symbol reception. If faulty a retransmission request is generated.
Patent GB-2408964-A (GB)
Title: Composite article comprising silicone rubber matrix reinforcedby polyaramid textile
Inventor: MICHIELS DANY FELIX MARIA
IPC: C08J5/10
Filed: 2003-12-13
Abstract: In a composite article comprising a silicone rubber matrix (20, 21) reinforced with polyaramid textile, bonding of the textile to the rubber is by means of a composition comprising an acryloxy organosilane. The polyaramid may be activated or precoated with an epoxy compound and / or activated with a plasma. The bonding composition may further comprise an epoxy organosilane and a vinyl organosilane. The composite article may be used for high temperature applications such as turbo hoses for cars.
Patent GB-2409797-A (GB)
Title: Articles of next-to-skin wear,e.g.for babies
Inventor: PHARAOH-TILLON KAREN LOUISE
IPC: A41B17/00
Filed: 2004-01-09
Abstract: An article (10) of next-to-skin wear mainly intended for a baby comprises a body (12,14) of soft material for clothing the baby's torso at least between a neckline (37) and a waistline (44). The body has a front portion (12) that is covered by a outer protective layer (36) fixed thereto. The protective layer extends from the neckline, or adjacent the neckline, at least to the waistline and extends from one side (16), or adjacent one side, of the body of the article to the other side (16), or adjacent the other side, thereof. The protective layer is of a waterproof, breathable material which is substantially impervious to water passing therethrough from the outside to the inside, but which is able, in use, to let perspiration pass therethrough from the inside to the outside. Because the material of the protective layer is breathable, the "sweaty chest" problem of some prior proposals is alleviated and the protective layer can provide more extensive protection than the prior proposals against soiling or dampening of the body of the article.
Patent GB-2395646-A (GB)
Title: Heating device
Inventor: BERGSTROEM DAG
IPC: G02B6/38
Filed: 2002-09-19
Abstract: The present invention relates to a heating device having at least a first heating element 102 for heating at least one protective sleeve 105, 602 arranged around at least a first uncoated optical fiber section 501, 603. Said sleeve 105, 602 being arranged to shrink when exposed to heat to form a protecting member tightly enclosing said uncoated optical fiber section 501, 603. The at least first heating element (102) is flexible, and arranged to take at least a first open state and a second substantially closed state. Said first open state is suitable for inserting and removing said protecting sleeve (105, 602) and fiber (501, 603) into and out off said heating device. Said heating element (102), in said second state, substantially surrounds said sleeve (105, 602) to form an enclosure around said sleeve (105, 602), so that said heating element radiates heat around substantially the complete circumference of said sleeve (105, 602).
Patent GB-2411575-A (GB)
Title: Magnetic mounting bracket
Inventor: POTTS MALCOLM FREDRICK THOMAS
IPC: B60Q3/00
Filed: 2004-03-05
Abstract: A mounting bracket 10 is disclosed that can be attached magnetically to a trim panel 12 to hold the end of an optic fibre. A ferromagnetic 30 is placed behind the trim panel 12 and the mounting bracket 10 itself incorporates a permanent magnet 16 of sufficient strength to locate the mounting bracket 10 on the front side of the trim panel 12 with the trim panel 12 sandwiched between the mounting bracket 10 and the plate 30. The bracket has mutually pivoted parts, 14, 18 and 22 that allow full adjustability and orientation of the fibre optic cable end, which may have a nut for threading into hole 28 on supporting plate 26. The trim panel is generally that of a motor vehicle, and plate 26 can also support coloured filters and lenses via bracket (38, Fig 3).
Patent GB-2396189-A (GB)
Title: Engine of reciprocating piston type
Inventor: JOHNSTONE IAN DAVID
IPC: F02F1/10
Filed: 2002-10-03
Abstract: An engine of reciprocating piston type includes a cylinder block (4) with one or more cylinders (2), each of which receives a respective piston (10) and is defined by a respective cylinder barrel (8), which is integral with the remainder of the cylinder block. The outer surface of each cylinder barrel (8) carries a plurality of substantially circumferential discontinuous reinforcing ribs, each comprising a plurality of elongate projections (12) spaced apart by gaps (14). Each projection (12) in each rib is in registry with a gap in the or each adjacent rib, when viewed in the direction of the length of the associated cylinder barrel.
Patent GB-2413128-A (GB)
Title: Process for the preparation of perindopril
Inventor: KANKAN RAJENDRA NARAYANRAO
IPC: C07K5/06
Filed: 2004-04-13
Abstract: A process for preparing perindopril comprising: coupling a substituted benzyl ester of (2S, 3aS, 7aS) -2-carboxyoctahydroindole (I) with N-[(S)-1-carbethoxybutyl]-(S)-alanine (II) in the presence of N,N-dicyclohexyl carbodiimide (DCC) and l-hydroxybenzotriazole (HOBT),where R is a halo, C1-C4 alkoxy or nitro substituent, to form ester (III); and converting ester (III) to perindopril or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. This deprotection may be effected by hydrogenolysis using a noble metal catalyst such as palladium on carbon. <EMI ID=1.1 HE=55 WI=143 LX=257 LY=1050 TI=CF> A process for preparing perindopril including the formation of aralkyl esters of (2S, 3aS, 7aS) -octahydroindole-2-carboxylic acid by formation of the acid chloride with thionyl chloride followed by reaction with an aralkyl alcohol, or esterification with an aralkyl alcohol in the presence of p-toluenesulfonic acid is claimed. A process for preparing perindopril including the formation of (2S, 3aS, 7aS) -octahydroindole-2-carboxylic acid from an alkali metal salt of S-indoline-2-carboxylic acid by hydrogenation at 5-20 bar is claimed. A process for preparing perindopril including the formation of N-[(S)-1-carbethoxybutyl]-(S)-alanine (II) from norvaline ethyl ester and pyruvic acid under catalytic hydrogenation conditions is also claimed.
Patent GB-2414787-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle exterior light monitor using optic fibres
Inventor: LOUDON JOHN ROWAN
IPC: F21V8/00
Filed: 2004-06-02
Abstract: A vehicle external bulb detector comprises or consists of a non electric device consisting of fibre optic cables and a visual display console, which will transmit a beam of light from the external front and rear bulbs of any make and model of automotive vehicle alerting the driver of a dysfunctional or defective external bulb the instant the external lights are put into operation. The device will allow drivers of automotive vehicles to perform an external light check at any given time from behind the controls of the vehicle and without the aid of a third party. The detector typically further comprises an elbow connector in an end portion of each fibre optic cable. The end with an elbow connector may be mounted via a rubber spacer inserted in a cavity in a reflector for one of the exterior bulbs. The opposite end of each cable typically comprises a straight connector to be plugged into the display console.
Patent GB-2409756-A (GB)
Title: Dual panel type organic electroluminescent display device and method of fabricating the same
Inventor: PARK JAE-YONG
IPC: H05B44/00
Filed: 2004-06-29
Abstract: A dual panel type organic electroluminescent display device includes first and second substrates (210, 250) facing and spaced apart from each other, an array element layer (A) on an inner surface of the first substrate (210) and including a thin film transistor (T), a connection pattern (240) on the array element layer (A) and electrically connected to the thin film transistor (T), a first electrode (252) on an inner surface of the second substrate (250), a partition wall (256) on the first electrode (252) in a non-pixel area (NP) between adjacent pixel areas (P), an organic light-emitting layer (258) on the first electrode (252) in the pixel area (P), a second electrode (260) on the organic light-emitting layer (258) in the pixel area (P) and electrically connected to the connection pattern (240), a moisture absorption layer (262) on the partition wall (256), and a seal pattern (270) between the first and second substrates (210, 250) along a peripheral portion. Alternatively the moisture absorption layer (262) may be disposed within the partition wall (256), or on the inner surface of the first substrate (210).
Patent GB-2419537-A (GB)
Title: A golf training aid
Inventor: COLLIER JOHN COVELL
IPC: A63B69/36
Filed: 2004-11-02
Abstract: A golf training aid comprises a mirror parallel to the direction of the stroke and inclined at an angle so that the player may watch his stroke and adjust it accordingly. Indicia may be printed on the mirror to provide reference points. A second mirror may be placed on the ground at the point where the ball would be placed so that the player may check the position of the head prior to replacing the ball and playing the shot.
Patent GB-2411691-A (GB)
Title: Identification and selection of keys for use with locks
Inventor: GRIFFITS JOHN PHILIP
IPC: E05B49/00
Filed: 2003-08-14
Abstract: The present invention describes a method for coupling electronically addressable and readable illumination means to one at least lock keys. Said illumination means may be used to identify key function and to select a particular key from a group of keys on a key grouping means (eg key ring). A novel key ring is described that may deliver power and electronic signals via conductor means to one at least keys. The system is controlled by a key control means that is preferably provided in a key tag format. The invention provides scope to couple other electronic devices and functions to a key ring. A method of automatically attaching/detaching keys from a key ring is also described.
Patent GB-2424365-A (GB)
Title: Air cell for a mattress
Inventor: HSUEH PO-JEN
IPC: A61G7/057
Filed: 2005-03-23
Abstract: An air cell for a mattress mainly has two independent air chambers that are manufactured by die-casting or welding to form the edge seal of the cell and partition seal dividing the cell into the chambers at the same time. One of the independent air chambers (15, Fig 4) is an adjustable air chamber, in which air can be alternately inputted and outputted through a inlet/outlet member 13 to have the effect of promoting blood circulation of a person. The other independent air chamber (16, Fig 4) is a supporting air chamber, which can support the body of the person with permanent air therein whenever the adjustable air chamber loses its function.
Patent GB-2411185-A (GB)
Title: A composite beam
Inventor: PATRICK MARK
IPC: E04C5/06
Filed: 2003-11-04
Abstract: A composite beam is disclosed. The beam includes an internal horizontal beam (5), a composite slab that is positioned on and supported by the beam, and a plurality of shear connectors (15), embedded in the cast concrete and welded to the beam and connecting the composite slab to the beam. The beam is characterised by a reinforcing component (19) that is positioned so that reinforcing elements (61, 63) of the reinforcing component intersect a conical-type failure surface around the shear connectors in at least two different, preferably perpendicular, directions.
Patent GB-2413014-A (GB)
Title: Wide bandwidth flat panel antenna array
Inventor: LO ZANE
IPC: H01Q21/06
Filed: 2003-12-31
Abstract: A cavity-backed wideband slimline flat panel antenna array for providing a steerable beam includes an array of slot antennas, each of which fed by its own individual dipole radiator, with the wide bandwidth being due to the matching impedances of the slot antenna and dipole radiator across the entire frequency band. In one embodiment, an upstanding printed circuit balun feed is connected to each dipole. The dipole elements are located to either side of a slot, and are arrayed on the underneath side of a dielectric layer under the substrate into which the slots are formed, with the dipole elements directly fed by individual upstanding printed circuit baluns which are arrayed beneath the individual slots antennas. The use of the dipole elements, in addition to providing a wider operational bandwidth, also permits feeding each of the slots without having to use striplines which would have to cross each other and therefore not work. A wide bandwidth steerable flat panel array utilizing the dipole fed slot antennas may be mounted on the deck house or other flat structural component of a vessel so as to perform a "smart skin" function in which the antenna not only functions as a radiating element, but also as a structural part of the vessel itself. In commercial applications, the flat panel array may be incorporated into the wall of a building such that point-topoint communications between buildings may be accomplished through an antenna which is also a structural part of the building. Note that the beams from the antenna are aimable by appropriately phasing the array to point at a receiving antenna on an adjacent building.
Patent GB-2427655-A (GB)
Title: Motor vehicle having an engine stop-start system that can be suspended by the driver
Inventor: PETRIDIS THEMI
IPC: F02N11/08
Filed: 2005-06-29
Abstract: A motor vehicle 5 having an internal combustion engine 10 controlled by a stop-start system is disclosed. The stop-start system is operable in a first mode in which the engine 10 is automatically stopped and started when one or more predetermined vehicle operating conditions exist and is further operable in a second mode in which the engine 10 is run continuously irrespective of whether the one or more predetermined vehicle operating conditions are present. A driver input device 19 eg a momentary switch, is provided to permit a driver of the motor vehicle 5 to change the operation of the stop-start system from the first mode to the second mode and vice-versa. For example, the driver may wish to suspend the stop-start system when parking with forward and reverse motion of the vehicle, when the power assisted steering is wanted when the engine is stopped or when the air conditioning is required at any time while the vehicle is occupied. If the engine is stalled while in the second mode of operation it can be restarted still in the second mode provided this is done soon after stalling.
Patent GB-2425467-A (GB)
Title: Slatted hinged table leaf with anti-finger trapping gap
Inventor: LUNNESS RODERICK STANLEY
IPC: A47B1/04
Filed: 2005-07-27
Abstract: A leaf (1) is hingeably connected to a table top, which may be a picnic bench, (2) via a pivot (6). The leaf provides a means to extend the area of the table top. The table top and the leaf comprise a plurality of spaced apart slats (3) with gaps (4) between the slats. The leaf is pivoted upwards and is held in position via a pivotal strut / reflex hinge (9 - 11). The strut is braced on a cross member (8) and a support member (14). The leaf is spaced away from the table top to provide a gap (7) there between so that fingers or hands cannot be trapped. The opposing edges of the leaf and table may be provided with a bullnose or rounded profile to reduce injury (24, 25, Fig 10). A collar (20, Fig 7) or lock may be used to prevent accidental lowering of the leaf.
Patent GB-2419732-A (GB)
Title: Magnetic sensing element with increased rate of change of magnetoresistance
Inventor: NAKABAYASHI RYO
IPC: G11B5/39
Filed: 2005-09-14
Abstract: A magnetic sensing element comprises a pinned magnetic layer 34 and a free magnetic layer 36 separated by a non-magnetic layer 35. The free magnetic layer comprises at least one enhancement layer adjacent the non-magnetic layer and a low coercivity layer 36c, the low coercivity layer having reduced spin-dependent scattering coefficient compared to the enhancement layer. The region of the enhancement layer adjacent the nonmagnetic layer has a higher magnetostriction coefficient than the enhancement layer as a whole and this may be achieved by adjusting ratios of cobalt and iron in the layer. This allows the rate of change of magnetoresistance in the sensor to be increased without raising the overall magnetostriction coefficient. The enhancement layer may be split into two distinct layers 36a, 36b and the first enhancement layer 36a may be cobalt (Co) or a cobalt-iron (CoFe) alloy.
Patent GB-2432247-A (GB)
Title: System for warning users of the proximity of an object to a vehicle when manoeuvring using detectors that send a radio signal to a handheld display
Inventor: SHAW MARK DARREN
IPC: G01S15/931
Filed: 2005-10-27
Abstract: The proximity warning system detects objects in the path of a vehicle as the vehicle manoeuvres. The system has sensors placed around the vehicle which transmit radio signals to a receiver in a display unit. The display unit generates a visual and/or an audible indication of the distance of the detected object to the vehicle. The audio warning may be in the form of a buzzer or beeps that get faster as the object gets closer and become a continuous tone at a predetermined distance. The visual warning may be in the form of series of lights or LEDs such that the number lit increases as the object approaches the vehicle and all the lights are lit at a predetermined distance. The display unit may be a portable handheld unit with it own battery power supply. The display unit may also be able to be connected via a cable if the batteries fail. The sensors and transmitters may be permanently or temporarily mounted on the vehicle. The vehicle may be a trailer or caravan.
Patent GB-2418450-A (GB)
Title: Method and mechanism for fixing window glass of automobile
Inventor: MAEKAWA KEIICHIRO
IPC: B62D65/06
Filed: 2004-06-03
Abstract: A mechanism for fixing a window glass well with high precision even if non-uniformity is present in the shape of lateral curved surface of the window glass by correcting the non-uniformity. A slit light is applied obliquely from slit laser irradiators (12c, 12d) to traverse the left and right end parts of the window glass (6), the periphery of an opening (8) for fixing the window glass and a front pillar part (11), and then an image of the slit light is photographed by CCD camera (10c, 10d) and processed. Based on the processed image, the window glass (6) is rotary-adjusted such that the gaps in the pressing direction have the same size at the left and right end parts of the window glass (6) which is then pressed against the fixing face around the opening (8) for fixing the window glass before being fixed in place.
Patent GB-2436118-A (GB)
Title: Espagnolette mechanism
Inventor: DOLMAN TERENCE JAMES
IPC: E05C9/20
Filed: 2006-03-18
Abstract: An espagnolette mechanism has a main drive acting on a first limb 12 which carries a first bolt. A second limb 20 carrying a second bolt is driven from the first limb 12. As shown racks 46, 46a on the limbs are interconnected by pinions 54 so that the limbs (and the respective bolts) move in opposite directions. The main drive preferably acts on a pair of first limbs 12 extending in opposite directions.
Patent GB-2428492-A (GB)
Title: Optical apparatus for control of light beam
Inventor: ALCOCK IAN PETER
IPC: G02B6/42
Filed: 2006-07-14
Abstract: A manipulator system 10 comprises a manipulator 14 which includes two pairs of adjustment screws 18a, 18b and 19a, 19b, which can be used to displace a lens group assembly 11 relative to the longitudinal axis of the manipulator when the lens group assembly 11 is inserted within the manipulator 14. The lens group assembly 11 comprises a holder 22 in the form of a hollow, cylindrical tube that has mounted in two lenses 12, 13. The holder 22 has a throughbore through which a laser beam may be passed in use. The manipulator system 10 can be used to adjust the tilt and displacement of the holder 22 (and hence of the pair of lenses 12, 13). Such adjustment will cause a laser beam passing through the manipulator system 10 and holder 22 to have, e.g., a particular pointing direction and shape when exiting the lens group assembly 11.