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Patent CA-2314064-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NELSON WILLIAM ERNEST
IPC: B09C1/08
Filed: 2000-07-17
Abstract: Although we tend to envision the air we breathe to be clean, the industrial progress of our era has produced an array of invisible but highly hazardous pollutants that endanger our environment and jeopardize our health. .cndot. Mining and industrial operations involving large scale excavation and movement of soil, ash, dust and waste material unavoidably lead to significant impacts on the surrounding natural environment. .cndot. The most damaging impact of many mining operations is the exposure of minerals to the open air where they may become vulnerable to acidification and release harmful contaminants. This is commonly termed "acid mine drainage," which is the creation of acidic conditions through the exposure and oxidation of sulfide minerals at a mine site. Sulfide minerals and associated acidity can be found in many mine tailing components and industrial site wastes and tailings from mill processing. Acid mine drainage is also reported at many types of precious-metal, base-metal and uranium mines. .cndot. Fossil fueled industrial sites emit Fly and Bottom ash containing PAHs (poly-nuclear-aeromatic-hydrcarbons) that are radioactive. These are commonly disposed of being spread on the surface of fields, only to become airborne and leached into the ground water. Most of these sites are found near large cities. These particles have been identified as causing cancer, emphysema, and other related diseases when inhaled into the lungs. .cndot. Another example of air-soil-and water contamination is the results of the Chernobyl explosion. The radionuclides radioisotopes released rained down on the earth and will remain there for thousands of years to come. The soil is contaminated with deadly radioactive hot spots. If untreated they will transmigrate through the eco system and cause mass mutation to all forms of life. Radiotoxic elements like cesium-137, plutonium 239, americium 241, just to name a few of the many that spewed forth from the stricken reactor. They lay loosely on the land surface for miles surrounding Chernobyl. These radiotoxic materials are the most dangerous of the radioactive group. Soluble plutonium foams are deposited in the bones and americium is deposited in the bones and kidneys.  Acute damage is the result and short life duration is expected. These hot spots can be treated and stabilized and be prevented from leaching deep into the water table and from becoming airborne. .cndot. The dust of minerals, such as coal, being transported in open rail cars or trucks, which can prove harmful if allowed to become airborne and escape into the air and surrounding environs. This invention provides a reliable, durable method for stabilizing fly ash, crushed ore, mine tailings radioactive hot spots and industrial waste effectively preventing them from invading Earth's biosphere. The development and implementation of reliable environmental protection techniques will enhance industrial activity and environmental maintenance.:
Patent CA-2316937-A1 (CA)
Title: Process and device for testing the operation of an electronic unit by simulation and test installation of unit to be mounted on railway rolling stock or an electric vehicle
Inventor: MIGLIANICO DENIS
IPC: B60L15/20
Filed: 2000-08-29
Abstract: A simulator fitted with at least one microprocessor sends input simulation signals to a unit under test, and receives therefrom output signals in reaction thereto. The method consists in processing some of the output signals from the unit as they are issued by means of a programmable logic circuit, in storing parameter values corresponding to said processed signals, and in giving the microprocessor access to the stored parameter values at a frequency which is compatible with its own operating speed. The apparatus enables the method to be implemented. The simulator comprises at least one programmable logic circuit, e.g. of the FPGA type, that is suitable for receiving at least some of the signals output by the electronic unit.
Patent CA-2317776-A1 (CA)
Inventor: YU LIANGLI
IPC: A23K1/14
Filed: 1999-06-04
Abstract: Modified psyllium having decreased gel hardness is prepared by exposing raw psyllium to an agent that modifies non-starch polysaccharides of psyllium for a sufficient period of time such that the recovered product has a gel hardness less than that of the starting raw psyllium or does not form a gel at all.  Compositions containing the modified psyllium are also described.
Patent CA-2321809-A1 (CA)
Title: Retirement compensation agreement financing system and method
Inventor: MORRIS GARNET G
IPC: G06Q20/10
Filed: 2000-09-28
Abstract: A retirement compensation arrangement (RCA) leveraged loan portfolio is created and debt instruments secured by the RCA leveraged loan portfolio are sold in a public or private offering. The fixed rate or floating rate debt instruments secured by the RCA leveraged loan portfolio provide investment access to high quality insurance policies and rights to monies in refundable government tax accounts.
Patent CA-2322757-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HODGES ALASTAIR MCINDOE
IPC: G01N27/416
Filed: 1999-03-11
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé de détermination de la concentration d'une substance à analyser dans un échantillon comprenant les étapes consistant à chauffer l'échantillon et à mesurer la concentration de la substance à analyser ou la concentration d'une espèce représentative de celle-ci dans l'échantillon, à un point prédéterminé sur un profil de réaction, par des moyens sensiblement indépendants de la température. L'invention concerne également une cellule électrochimique comprenant un élément d'espacement (3) percé d'une ouverture définissant une paroi de cellule, une première électrode métallique (2) située sur une face de l'élément d'espacement et s'étendant sur une face de l'ouverture, une seconde électrode métallique (4) située sur l'autre face de l'élément d'espacement et s'étendant sur la face de l'ouverture située à l'opposé de la première électrode, un moyen d'admission d'un échantillon dans le volume de la cellule défini entre les électrodes et la paroi de la cellule, et un moyen destiné à chauffer un échantillon contenu à l'intérieur de la cellule (10).
Patent CA-2325828-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SINGER DAVID W
IPC: H04N19/00
Filed: 1999-01-13
Abstract: Methods and apparatuses for processing media data for transmission in a data communication medium. A set of data indicates how to transmit a time related sequence of media data according to a transmission protocol. The set of data, includes a time related sequence of data which is associated with the time related sequence of media data. The set of data may be utilized by a digital processing system to transmit the time related sequence of media data (e.g., by packets generated according to the transmission protocol and the set of data).
Patent CA-2326451-A1 (CA)
Title: Support assembly for a rotating shaft
Inventor: BRUNKEN JOHN ELTON JR
IPC: F16C32/04
Filed: 1999-03-31
Abstract: A support assembly (14) as shown in the figure for supporting a rotating shaft relative (10) to a structure (70) in which a first magnetized member (90) is attached to the shaft for rotation therewith, a support member (20) is connected to the structure and at least one damper member (60) connects the support member to a second magnetized member (70) for supporting the second magnetized member (70) in a portion relative to the first magnetized member (90). The respective magnetic fields of the first and second magnetized members are such that radial deflective movement of the shaft, and therefore the first magnetized member (90), causes corresponding radial movement of the second magnetized member (70) which is dampened by the damping member (60).
Patent CA-2326852-A1 (CA)
Title: Providing customer treatment in a call center based on a network source address of a request originator
Inventor: MATHEWS EUGENE P
IPC: H04M3/51
Filed: 2000-11-24
Abstract: A call center or other processing system receives an incoming communication over a computer network, determines at least a portion of a network source address of the originator, and utilizes information from the source address to select a particular type of treatment for the communication. The computer network may be an Internet Protocol (IP) network and the network source address may be an IP source address. The communication may be a service request delivered from the originator to a call center over the Internet. The source address may be processed to determine, e.g., a particular individual corresponding to the originator, or a company name, company size, Internet service provider, geographic region, or other characteristic associated with the originator. This information is then used to determine how the communication will be handled, e.g., provided with service within a designated time, handled by an agent having particular skills, etc. The source address may also be used to control subsequent activation of live agent support icons presented via a web page. Advantageously, the invention allows more efficient handling of communications received over the Internet by allowing a call center to provide appropriate customer treatment for such communications.
Patent CA-2327153-A1 (CA)
Title: Fast-fit device for fastening a mat to a carpet fixed to the floor of a vehicle
Inventor: CALABRESE ROCCO
IPC: B60N3/04
Filed: 2000-11-29
Abstract: The fastening device has first and second fastening means fittable to the carpet and to the mat and which click together. The first fastening means are defined by a single part having two flanges integral with a hub and which are positioned on opposite sides of the carpet; and one of the flanges is shaped to permit passage through a hole in the carpet by rotating the single part. The second fastening means have a further two flanges integral with two corresponding hubs which fit together in a variable axial position through a hole in the mat to adapt the distance between the further two flanges to the thickness of the mat. The single part carries a male member which clicks inside an elastic female member carried by one of the flanges fitted to the mat.
Patent CA-2328625-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FOOTE BRIAN
IPC: A61F5/01
Filed: 1999-04-12
Abstract: There is disclosed a medical correction device for correcting the attitude o f an appendage of the user which is prone to adopting an undesirable attitude,  as is the case for example in conditions such as clawed fingers or dropped foot. The device comprises a base portion with means for securing the device  to a user to which a resilient member such as a coiled spring, and a rotatab le projection member are attached. The resilient member is also attached to the rotatable projection member and subtends an angle therewith. The device is mounted on a hand, wrist or proximate the ankle of the user such that relati ve rotation between the projection member and the base portion gives rise to a restoring force exerted by the resilient member, a component of which acts o n the appendage. The interaction between the appendage of the user, projection  member and the base portion is such that increased rotation of the projectio n member away from the base portion reduces the angle subtended between the projection member and the resilient member and accordingly the component of the restoring force transmitted by said projection member back to the base portion is increased and the component of the restoring force which acts on the appendage is reduced and substantially eliminated when the projection member and the resilient member are in alignment. The correcting effects of the device is therefore reduced and can be eliminated when the appendage is significantly angled with respect to the portion of the user to which said appendage is attached.
Patent CA-2329121-A1 (CA)
Title: Programmable timer with daylight compensation
Inventor: SHEFFIELD ERIC
IPC: G04G15/00
Filed: 2000-12-22
Abstract: A programmable timer for switching electrical devices on and off compensated by calculations based on the length of day, as well as other programmable conditions. The timer consists of two major parts: a handheld Master Programmer that is used for programming Timer Modules; and a Timer Module which is programmed from the handheld Master Programmer and provides the timing and power control. A single Master Programmer can program multiple Timer Modules. The handheld Master Programmer includes an input device, an LCD, a microcontroller and a means fox programming the Timer Modules. The user interface provides all necessary parameters to the microcontroller. The Timer Module has daylight compensation" automatic daylight savings compensation, multiple on off sequences per day, a security feature, brownout and blackout indicator and on-board software diagnostics and error handler. Programming can be accomplished via one of the following methods: an input port, an infrared link or an RF (Radio Frequency) link. This Timer Module can be used either indoors or outdoors.
Patent CA-2336582-A1 (CA)
Title: Novel x-ray intercepting metal complexes of chlorin derivatives
Inventor: AIZAWA KATSUO
IPC: C07D487/22
Filed: 1999-07-12
Abstract: An X-ray-intercepting gold complex of mono-L-aspartyl (or mono-L-glutamyl) chlorin e6 or a salt thereof is provided, as such novel X-ray-intercepting metal complex of the chlorin e6 derivative, which is capable of affording sharp X-ray image of tumor, solid cancer or lesions of arteriosclerosis by X-ray radiography and is capable of making the therapy of the tumor, cancer or arteriosclerosis lesions by X-ray irradiation. Similar platinum complex can also be prepared in a similar manner.
Patent CA-2339242-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MORROW WILLIAM BRUCE
IPC: F16H1/08
Filed: 1999-02-02
Abstract: In a gear transmission, pairs (24, 26, 28) of helical gears are rotatably mounted on a drive shaft (22) for axial movement on the drive shaft (22). The pairs (24, 26, 28) of helical gears mounted on the drive shaft engage corresponding pairs (42, 39, 37) of helical gears rotatably mounted on a driven shaft (35) for axial movement on the driven shaft (35). Retainer members (57a, 57b, 59a, 59b) are located adjacent each end of at least one of the shafts (22, 35) to restrict axial movement by helical gears caused by axial separation between pairs (24, 26, 28, 42, 39, 37) of helical gears resulting from commencement of rotation of the drive shaft (22).
Patent CA-2343126-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for displaying planning information associated with a supply chain
Inventor: BUSH JOHN ROBBINS JR
IPC: G06F3/0484
Filed: 1999-09-17
Abstract: A system operating on at least one computer for displaying planning information associated with a supply chain includes an enterprise model, a planning engine, and a presentation interface. The enterprise model represents a supply chain that involves a plurality of products and resources. The planning engine uses the enterprise model to generate planning information for the supply chain according to one or more specified constraints and one or more optimization criteria. The presentation interface generates a first visual display for selected planning information. The first visual display includes a cashflow report providing a net present value for one or more products in the supply chain. Each net present value reflects revenues and expenses associated with a corresponding product according to time periods in which the revenues and expenses occur.
Patent CA-2344124-A1 (CA)
Inventor: STOJANOVSKI STOJAN
IPC: B23B29/034
Filed: 2001-04-17
Abstract: A dual cutting insert boring tool having means for adjusting the distance between the two inserts in order to adjust the diameter of their cutting path.
Patent CA-2346642-A1 (CA)
Title: Identification assistee par ordinateur des bacteries filamenteuses
Inventor: STOVER ENOS L
IPC: G06K9/00
Filed: 1999-10-06
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé et un appareil d'identification d'organismes filamenteux, tels que les organismes présents dans un processus de traitement biologique des eaux usées. On obtient (122, 124) une image agrandie d'un organisme filamenteux non contaminé, et l'on commence par évaluer la présence ou l'absence d'une croissance associée ainsi que la présence ou l'absence de granulés (142) de soufre. On exécute une logique informatique (140) hébergée par une station (104) de travail informatique, laquelle routine donne, pour chaque combinaison présence ou absence d'une croissance associée ainsi que présence ou absence de granulés de soufre, un arbre (144, 146, 148, 150) séparé de recherche interactif, chaque arbre de recherche conduisant à un ensemble donné de types possibles d'organisme filamenteux.
Patent CA-2348051-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TESCHMACHER LOWELL E
IPC: H04L12/46
Filed: 1999-10-22
Abstract: An Ethernet Digital Storage (EDS) Card (34) and satellite transmission system (10) is provided for receiving, storing and transmitting files including video, audio, text, and multimedia files, especially files received via satellite transmission. In a preferred embodiment, a satellite system includes a receiver (32) using the EDS Card (34). A data stream is received by the receiver (32) and then may be stored at the receiver or directly routed as TCP/IP packets. Received or stored data files may be multicast. The EDS Card (34) also includes an HTTP server for web access to the card parameters and any files stored on the card. A DHCP on the EDS Card (34) provides dynamic configuration of the card's IP address. The EDS card (34) also includes a PPP  and modem processor for the file transmission, reception, and affidavit collection. The EDS card (34) also includes an event scheduler for triggering files at a predetermined time or at an external prompt. A command processor keeps a built-in log of audio spots played and responds to a command originator when a command is received. Files may be transmitted from the EDS  Card (34) via a M & C port, an Ethernet port, or an auxiliary RS-232 port.  Files may be received by the EDS Card (34) from a data stream from a satellite, a M & C port, an Ethernet port or an auxiliary RS-232 port. The EDS  Card (34) also provides time shifting and may be used without a satellite feed as an HTTP-controlled router with storage.
Patent CA-2348155-A1 (CA)
Title: Nucleic acids encoding taxus geranylgeranyl diphosphate synthase, and methods of use
Inventor: CROTEAU RODNEY B
IPC: C12R1/91
Filed: 1999-10-27
Abstract: A cDNA encoding geranylgeranyl diphosphate synthase from Canadian Yew (Taxus  canadensis) has been isolated and sequenced, and the corresponding amino aci d sequence has been determined. Accordingly, an isolated DNA sequence (SEQ NO: 1) is provided which codes for the expression of geranylgeranyl diphosphate synthase (SEQ ID NO:2), from Canadian Yew (Taxus canadensis). In other aspects, replicable recombinant cloning vehicles are provided which code for  geranylgeranyl diphosphate synthase, or for a base sequence sufficiently complementary to at least a portion of geranylgeranyl diphosphate synthase D NA or RNA to enable hybridization therewith. In yet other aspects, modified hos t cells are provided that have been transformed, transfected, infected and/or injected with a recombinant cloning vehicle and/or DNA sequence encoding geranylgeranyl disphosphate synthase. Thus, systems and methods are provided  for the recombinant expression of the aforementioned recombinant geranylgeranyl diphosphate synthase that may be used to facilitate its production, isolation and purification in significant amounts. Recombinant geranylgeranyl diphosphate synthase may be used to obtain expression or enhanced expression of geranylgeranyl diphosphate synthase in plants in orde r to enhance the production of geranylgeranyl diphosphate, or diterpenes deriv ed therefrom, or may be otherwise employed for the regulation or expression of geranylgeranyl diphosphate synthase, or the production of its products.</SDO AB>
Patent CA-2349466-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for characterizing and visualizing patterns of usage of a web site by network users
Inventor: HANSEN MARK HENRY
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 1999-03-29
Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for displaying information pertaining to the usage of Web pages. The system is comprises of a first Web site that comprises plural Web files, each of the files having a name in a Web site directory; a nd a second Web site that comprises plural statistics records, each record containing usage information about a corresponding Web file or directory or sub-directory of Web files the system further comprises a computing device having a display screen and operable by a user. The device is in communication with the first and second  Web sites and operates under the control of Web-browser software effective for displaying, on the screen, images that correspond to components of the Web sites. The computing device is effective for requesting and retrieving, from either of the Web sites, data that correspond to user-designated displayed images. The computing device is effective for directing a data request to either of the Web sites in response to user- designation of an image from the other Web site.
Patent CA-2350093-A1 (CA)
Title: Compressible strip gasket
Inventor: SCHMEICHEL CHARLES M
IPC: B60J10/08
Filed: 2001-06-07
Abstract: A sealing gasket for sealing gaps adjacent to a pickup truck is provided. In alternate embodiments a combination pickup truck and sealing gasket is also provided. The sealing gasket of the present invention comprises an elongated member made of a deformable and a somewhat resilient polymeric material. The polymeric material is preferably a closed cell sponge material made of one of a number of polymeric materials which are the somewhat flexible, resilient, water resistant and the like. The cross-section of the elongated member, if divided into two parts, includes a generally triangular portion and a generally semi-circular portion which come together to form a teardrop-like shape. The elongated member preferably has a first lumen which is generally circular in shape when the sealing gasket is undeformed, and preferably a second lumen which has two converging tear surfaces which converge to join at one end and join to an arcuate inner surface at the other end. This sealing gasket is uniquely designed to be both resilient and deformable in a manner which enables the sealing gasket to be used in a variety of different orientations and positions to seal gaps between a pickup truck tailgate and other portions of the pickup truck through which dust and moisture may pass if the gaps are not filled.
Patent CA-2351162-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KAUFMANN MARITA
IPC: C09C3/08
Filed: 2001-06-21
Abstract: The invention relates to a printed media coating, wherein at least one constituent of the ink is bonded to at least one constituent of the media coating via a chemical bond. A process for the production of the printed media coating and the use thereof are furthermore described.
Patent CA-2351455-A1 (CA)
Title: Surgical tack
Inventor: GLOBERMAN OREN
IPC: A61B17/04
Filed: 2000-01-06
Abstract: A surgical tack (50), comprising: a single shaft (54) formed of a bio- compatible material and having a tip (52) adapted for entering and engaging bone; and a head (56) mounted on said shaft (54), said head (56) adapted for  engaging a substrate between said head and said bone. Preferably, said shaft  (54) is a separate element from said head (56). Alternatively or additionall y, said head (56) is rotatable relative to said shaft (54).
Patent CA-2353680-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for the production of cyclene
Inventor: HOYER KARSTEN
IPC: C07D257/02
Filed: 1999-11-17
Abstract: The invention relates to a novel one-pot method of producing cyclene.
Patent CA-2354486-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HOLTON ROBERT A
IPC: C07D407/12
Filed: 2001-07-31
Abstract: Taxanes having an ester substituent at C(7), a hydroxy substituent at C(10), and a range of C(2), C(9), C(14), and side chain substituents.