baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent CA-2482554-A1 (CA)
Title: Pate a papier non blanchie a tres faible demande chimique en oxygene
Inventor: BICKELL DAVID W
IPC: C04B16/02
Filed: 2002-05-15
Abstract: Produit de pâte à papier à faible demande chimique en oxygène et comprenant une pâte à papier non blanchie qui est trempée et lavée dans une eau alcaline sur une durée suffisante pour que la demande chimique en oxygène, après trempage et lavage, soit inférieure ou égale à 3,0 kg/1000 kg de pâte à papier sèche. Pour produire la pâte à papier, on trempe et on lave de manière répétitive une pâte à papier non blanchie dans une eau alcaline qui n'est jamais autorisée à descendre au-dessous d'un pH de 7,0. La pâte à papier est trempée et lavée sur une durée totale d'au moins 400 minutes, à une température élevée, afin d'obtenir le produit de pâte à papier à faible demande chimique en oxygène.
Patent CA-2484115-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NOCKA KARL
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2003-12-02
Abstract: The present invention is drawn to methods of characterization of the properties and functions of SV2 proteins. The invention further includes methods of identifying compounds or agents which modulate the activity of SV2 proteins. Included in these methods is the identification of compounds or agents which modulate the binding of levetiracetam to SV2 proteins, including SV2A. Additionally, the present invention provides biotinylated ligands as a tool to screen chemical libraries and characterize the SV2 proteins. Further, the present invention provides a method of solubilizing and purifying functionally active membrane associated proteins, such as SV2.
Patent CA-2484117-A1 (CA)
Title: Collapsible ladder
Inventor: WELSH GRAHAM KENNEDY
IPC: E06C1/383
Filed: 2003-04-17
Abstract: The present invention relates broadly to a collapsible ladder (10) comprising a pair of opposing rails (12A) and (12B) interconnected with a plurality of rails (14A) to (14J). The collapsible ladder (10) can be moved or manipulated from a collapsed condition to an operative condition. In the collapsed condition the opposing pair of rails are (12A/B) locate adjacent or abut one another whereas in the operative position the rails (12A/B) are laterally spaced with the interconnecting rungs (14A) to (14J) being disposed substantially perpendicular thereto. Each of the rungs such as (14A) is at its opposing ends pivotally connected to respective of the opposing pair of rails (12A/B). This pivotal connection between the rungs such as (14A) and rails (12A/B) allows the ladder (10) to move from its operational to collapsed conditions.
Patent CA-2484693-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PASSEY CHARLIE
IPC: F21K2/00
Filed: 2004-11-10
Abstract: This apparatus was designed to provide light in inaccessible areas of automobiles and other such equipment as well as many other alternative purposes.      The specific purpose is a design to allow the operator to place the equipment so as to obtain light in inaccessible areas, eg. car interiors, under the hood of a car, trunk interiors, etc. where he is carrying out cleaning or repairs. (plumbers, electricians, phone technicians.)
Patent CA-2485569-A1 (CA)
Title: Fluid line connector assembly with antimicrobial coating
Inventor: SEGAL EVAN J
IPC: F16L33/01
Filed: 2003-05-14
Abstract: A fluid line connector assembly including a length of flexible tubing having opposing tubing ends, and an end fitting rotatably supported on one of the tubing ends. A flexible coating extends along the exterior of the length of tubing. The coating is formed from a polymeric material that includes a biocide agent dispersed therein for killing and retarding the growth of microorganisms. The connector assembly can optionally include a braided sheath extending along the exterior of the length of tubing. In such case, the flexible coating extends along the exterior of the braided sheath.
Patent CA-2485883-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BUTKEVICH DAVID
IPC: B66F9/00
Filed: 2004-11-22
Abstract: A gripping tool especially designed for heavier loads and hot materials, more particularly to the handling of fire logs during social fire burning such as at campfires. The invention comprises: a hollow body having a gripping member at the center, and a paid of claws at one end, and a torsion member having a D-handle at one end and a single claw at the other end. The torsion member traverses the hollow body thus allowing rotational motion of the torsion member inside said hollow body. A user holding the hollow body firmly with one hand can rotate the D-handle with the other hand hence rotating the attached single claw towards or away from the double claws.
Patent CA-2485889-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HAGER JAMES R
IPC: G01S13/935
Filed: 2003-05-13
Abstract: A filter (304), includes a first order band pass filter configured to process non-zero amplitude gated radar return samples and process a portion of received zero amplitude return samples. The filter also calculates past filter outputs based on filter outputs generated during previous non-zero gated radar return samples.
Patent CA-2488407-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TICE COLIN M
IPC: C07D215/42
Filed: 2003-06-13
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé permettant de moduler l'expression de gènes exogènes, à savoir qu'un complexe de récepteurs de l'ecdysone comprenant un domaine de liaison à l'ADN; un domaine de liaison aux ligands; un domaine de transactivation et un ligand, vient en contact d'une construction d'ADN comprenant le gène exogène et un élément de réponse, le gène exogène étant sous le contrôle de l'élément de réponse et la liaison du domaine de liaison à l'ADN à l'élément de réponse en présence du ligand aboutit à l'activation ou à la suppression du gène. Les ligands comprennent une classe de 4-tétrahydroquinolines.
Patent CA-2489742-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MEISENECKER ROBERT
IPC: G06T17/40
Filed: 2003-06-17
Abstract: In a method for solving problems that are related to geometrical properties of objects processed by a CAD program, a possible problem related to a geometrical property of at least one object is identified, and an indicator symbol is displayed in a drawing window of the CAD program. The indicator symbol is shown in graphical association with at least one entity processed by the CAD program, the entity being related to the identified possible problem.  A user action related to the indicator symbol is received, and problem solving assistance is provided to the user in response to the user action. A computer program product and an apparatus comprise corresponding features. The invention provides a way for solving problems related to geometrical properties of objects processed by a CAD program that minimizes workflow disruption even in cases where the problem cannot be solved in an entirely automatic way.
Patent CA-2490089-A1 (CA)
Title: Motor with additional windings
Inventor: GOCHE GERALD
IPC: H02K17/12
Filed: 2003-06-24
Abstract: This invention relates to an alternating current electric motor, single phase or multiphase or synchronous generator, with primary windings (main windings) and de-saturation additional windings. Each additional winding is fed through one or more multiple capacitors in opposite phase angle and opposite field directions from each respective main windings. The total cross sections of the wire used on each main and additional winding are of predetermined sizes and preferably follows the approximate ratio of approximately 2/3 for the main winding and approximately 1/3 for the additional winding, and this capacitor value is of a predetermined size. The method of construction is characterized by the two windings being built at one time in a single operation as a single step.
Patent CA-2493085-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DESILVA BRETT L
IPC: C40B60/14
Filed: 2003-07-31
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un ensemble support d'aiguilles (30). Ledit ensemble comprend un cadre-support d'aiguilles (32) présentant une pluralité d'ouvertures permettant de supporter un réseau d'aiguilles (34) de distribution de fluides. Les aiguilles (34) sont supportées de manière à pouvoir se déplacer longitudinalement ou "flotter" afin d'empêcher une détérioration des aiguilles. Un ensemble d'actionnement (36) vient en contact avec une extrémité de chacune des aiguilles afin d'assurer que les aiguilles sont logées de manière appropriée dans le cadre-support (32) selon un plan. L'ensemble d'actionnement (36) vient en contact avec les aiguilles lorsque les aiguilles (34) se rapprochent relativement à un bloc de tête (26) et libère les aiguilles lorsque les aiguilles s'éloignent relativement au bloc de tête (26).
Patent CA-2497172-A1 (CA)
Title: Procede et dispositif permettant de collecter et de notifier des donnees
Inventor: SCHNEIDER RICHARD J
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2003-09-10
Abstract: Les modes de réalisation de l'invention concernent un système de collecte et de notification de données d'une machine à sous, lequel peut fonctionner avec des machines à jeux et à dénominations multiples. Ces machines permettent à l'utilisateur de sélectionner la dénomination de l'unité de pari, du type de jeu et de la liste exacte des sommes en jeu. Chaque combinaison possible de dénominations, des types de jeu et des listes des sommes en jeu peut produire un pourcentage théorique unique de retenue. Chaque combinaison peut également comporter différents niveaux de jeu. Le système décrit permet de calculer et de suivre le pourcentage de manoeuvres, de retenue du jeu, de retenue théorique et de gains nets pour chacune des combinaisons possibles dans une seule console de machine à sous et pour tous les jeux reliés à un réseau de jeux.
Patent CA-2498315-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GAUCHER CHRISTINE
IPC: G01N33/50
Filed: 2003-09-15
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un procédé pour mesurer l'activation d'une cellule effectrice appartenant au système immunitaire, transformée ou non, par un anticorps monoclonal (AcMo) ou polyclonal, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend une mise en contact de cellules exprimant le récepteur CD16 dans un milieu réactionnel en présence de l'anticorps et de l'antigène dudit anticorps et une mesure de la quantité d'au moins une cytokine produite par la cellule exprimant le récepteur CD16. L'invention porte également sur la sélection d'anticorps présentant la caractéristique d'induire l'expression de cytokines et d'interleukines, notamment l'IFN.gamma. ou l'IL2 destinés au traitement des maladies autoimmunes et inflammatoires, des cancers et des infections par des agents pathogènes.
Patent CA-2499230-A1 (CA)
Title: Fluorescent sensor on basis of multichannel structures
Inventor: ZHIGULEVA TATIANA I
IPC: G01N23/223
Filed: 2005-03-03
Abstract: Sensor is intended for use in highly sensitive analytical devices for qualitative and quantitative analysis of natural waters and technology-related solutions, containing low concentrations of components determined.      Design of a sensor provides for simplification and costs reduction of its manufacture, widening range of solutions analyzed, improvement of their kinetic characteristics and increase in analysis sensitivity. Sensor comprises multichannel structure in the form of a length 1 of polycapillary tube with through capillaries forming microchannels filled up with two layers of immiscible substances. One layer (4) is formed of water or aqueous solution, and another (3) - of organic substance. The first of said layers in microchannels contain sorbent microgranules 5.
Patent CA-2501279-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SIMMONS ALEX J
IPC: G06F3/0481
Filed: 2005-03-17
Abstract: Methods and systems provide for automatic adjustment of electronic highlighter cursor height in response to a determined height of images or typed or handwritten text to be highlighted. The highlighter thickness or cursor height of an electronic highlighter, such as an electronic pen or mousing device, automatically adjusts based on the text or images the user is highlighting. When the user focuses the electronic highlighter on text or images to be highlighted, the height of the text or images is determined, and the height or thickness of the highlighter cursor is automatically adjusted.
Patent CA-2502388-A1 (CA)
Title: Device for treatment of animals
Inventor: BO BENDIK
IPC: A61H1/00
Filed: 2003-10-09
Abstract: Device for preventing, restoring and healing treatment of muscles, tendons, joints, leddkapsler etc. of animals and particularly of large animals, comprising a plate (1) adapted to temporarily or permanently be arranged on a base (3) where the animal is kept, said plate (1) being arranged to be set i n vibration by means of at least one drive source (51, 52) suited therefore. T he plate (1) is functional single layer plate provided with a number of flexibl e spacers (2mn) on its lower side to hold the plate (1) in a predetermined distsance above an even base (3). The plate may be comprised of at least two separate plate element (1A, 1B) arranged adjacent to each other along an axi s (a1) so that each of the plate element (1A, 1B) has an inner edge along the axis (a1) and an outer edge (x and y respectively) parallel to and at a distance from the axis (a1).
Patent CA-2502579-A1 (CA)
Title: Nickel catalyst for hydrogenation reactions
Inventor: BERBEN PIETER HILDEGARDUS
IPC: B01J21/12
Filed: 2003-10-17
Abstract: The present invention relates to a catalyst nickel, silica, alumina and magnesium, wherein the nickel to magnesium atomic ratio is 5-75. In particul ar the present invention relates to a catalyst comprising nickel, silica, alumi na and magnesium, wherein the nickel to silicium atomic ratio (Ni/Si) is 2 to 3 0 the nickel to aluminum atomic ratio (Ni/Al) is 9 to 40 and the nickel to magnesium atomic ratio (Ni/Mg) is 5-75. The invention further relates to a method for preparing such a catalyst.The invention further relates to a process for hydrogenating unsaturated organic compounds.
Patent CA-2506513-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DRONIOU MAGALI
IPC: C12Q1/00
Filed: 2003-11-18
Abstract: L'invention se rapporte à un procédé de production d'une couche de revêtement sol-gel sur un substrat comprenant les étapes suivantes : (a) se munir d'une suspension sol acidifiée ; (b) neutraliser au moins partiellement la suspension sol acidifiée pour former une suspension sol neutralisée ; (c) mettre en contact une surface électriquement conductrice avec la suspension sol neutralisée et (d) appliquer un potentiel électrique à la surface électriquement conductrice de manière à provoquer la formation d'une couche de revêtement sol-gel sur la surface électriquement conductrice. De préférence, la solution sol-gel neutralisée est additionnée d'une matière biologique, telle qu'une enzyme. L'invention se rapporte également à des biocapteurs obtenus selon le procédé ci-dessus.
Patent CA-2506747-A1 (CA)
Title: Pulse tube refrigeration system
Inventor: KOTSUBO VINCENT
IPC: F25B9/14
Filed: 2003-11-19
Abstract: A pulse tube refrigeration system, having a pulse generator (1), a regenerator (52) and a pulse tube (10), comprising a work transfer tube (3) interposed between the pulse generator and the regenerator wherein the work transfer tube has a cross section at the end proximate the pulse generator which differs from the cross sectional area proximate the regenerator, enabling a reduction in heat transfer due to streaming within the work transfer tube.
Patent CA-2507123-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods and systems for conference call buffering
Inventor: LOREN C SWINGLE
IPC: H04M3/42
Filed: 2003-11-25
Abstract: Methods and systems for conference call buffering are disclosed. Methods and systems consistent with the present invention record a conference between a plurality of users (630). A service center (606) in conjunction with a conference bridge (618) and conference server (616) establishes a conference call between a plurality of users. The service center may also ascertain the identities of a plurality of destination devices for an audio stream corresponding to the conference call, where the destination devices corresponding to the plurality of users. An audio streaming server provides the audio stream to the plurality of destination devices. Memory located centrally and/or local to the destination devices stores the audio stream. A  user of one of the destination devices may choose to replay a selected portion of the audio stream.
Patent CA-2508809-A1 (CA)
Title: Low formaldehyde creping composition and product and process incorporating same
Inventor: ANDERSON RALPH LEE
IPC: D21H17/38
Filed: 2003-10-09
Abstract: A creping composition including a crosslinkable polymer that releases formaldehyde during crosslinking, a filler material and a water-soluble glycol compound is disclosed. Also disclosed is a creped material including the creping composition and a process for making the same.
Patent CA-2509809-A1 (CA)
Title: Diverter assembly for roman tub
Inventor: ORTEGA INDALECIO
IPC: E03C1/04
Filed: 2004-01-13
Abstract: A roman tub faucet with a hand shower diverter mechanism integral to the tub spout. The diverter mechanism is especially suited for applications where service access to only the outer tub finished surface is practical. The faucet eliminates the need to remove panel or tile portions from the tub area for diverter mechanism service or replacement. The faucet also eliminates the need for an additional installation hole that is required for roman tub faucets with a separate diverter mechanism and tub spout.
Patent CA-2509828-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GUERRET OLIVIER
IPC: C08F4/00
Filed: 2003-12-11
Abstract: The invention concerns amphiphilic copolymers, in particular gradient amphiphilic copolymers obtained by controlled free radical solution or mass polymerization. The invention also concerns a method for aqueous dissolution of said copolymers. The inventive copolymers are useful in surface treatment techniques and can be used in formulations for paints, adhesives, glues as well as in cosmetics.
Patent CA-2510577-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and system for providing coupon savings using credit card processing infrastructure
Inventor: BUNIN CARY
IPC: G06Q20/34
Filed: 2003-12-16
Abstract: Coupons (105) are encoded with an account identifier such as a credit or debit card number of the coupon issuer. The coupon may be a bar-coded coupon, or a coupon card, such as a magnetic stripe card or smart card. The bar-coded coupon may use a compact two-dimensional symbology such as Reduced Space Symbology (RSS) to carry the account identifier and other information such as enhanced consumer demographic data. Coupon information including the account identifier, a product or service identifier, and a discount identifier, are obtained from the coupon (105) at a point of sale location (100). The consumer is credited for the discount. The coupon information, including a merchant identifier are communicated to a processing center (135) using an existing credit card terminal (115) and communication protocol, such as ANSI X9, and processed like a conventional credit or debit card transaction.
Patent CA-2514369-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCALLISTER LARRY B
IPC: B65B55/19
Filed: 2004-01-23
Abstract: A multilayer film includes a first and second outer layer each including a polymer; and an internal layer including an oxygen scavenger; wherein at least one of the first and sec~ond outer layers includes a blend of a polymer, a siloxane having a viscosity of from 1x107 centistokes to 5x107 centistokes, and an antiblock agent. A laminate is also disclosed, includ~ing a multilayer film having an oxygen scavenger layer, and a layer including a blend of a polymer, a siloxane having a viscosity of from 1x107 centistokes to 5x107 centistokes, and an antiblock agent.
Patent CA-2514942-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods and compositions for the treatment of parkinson's disease and other a-synucleinopathies
Inventor: MOURADIAN M MARAL
IPC: A61K38/08
Filed: 2004-01-30
Abstract: The present invention provides novel methods for the treatment of Parkinson~s disease and other .alpha.-synucleinopathies. The methods of the invention include treatment with inhibitors of transglutaminase, which can inhibit aggregation of .alpha.-synuclein. Also provided are screening assays for novel inhibitors of transglutaminase which may be used in the treatment of Parkinson~s disease and other .alpha.-synucleinopathies.
Patent CA-2515779-A1 (CA)
Title: Contraceptive method and compositions related to proteasomal interference
Inventor: DAY BILLY N
IPC: C12N5/073
Filed: 2004-02-13
Abstract: The present invention concerns the use of compositions and methods of regulating or evaluating fertility in an animal, in particular a mammal. In various embodiments of the invention, methods of contraception include inhibiting proteasome activity of a gamete, in particular spermatozoon.  Proteasomal activity may be inhibited in vitro or in vivo. Inhibitors of the proteasome pathway include, but are not limited to small molecules, peptides, polypeptides (e.g., antibodies and the like) and affinity reagents that bind various components of the proteasome pathway (e.g., aptamers, etc.). In some embodiments, the activity of the proteasome pathway or the activity of a component in the proteasome pathway is inhibited by antibodies that bind and inhibit one or more components of the proteasome pathway.
Patent CA-2516156-A1 (CA)
Title: Weather seal construction including a weather-strip
Inventor: RHODE JOEL T
IPC: E06B7/23
Filed: 2005-08-17
Abstract: A weather-strip construction includes a frame member and a cover member and a weather-strip. The cover member mates with the frame member and the weather-strip forms a weather seal between the frame member and the cover member. The weather-strip includes a foamed sealing portion. The weather-strip is secured to either the frame member or the cover member. The foamed sealing portion of the weather-strip provides the weather seal and extends continuously along either the frame member or the cover member depending to which one it is attached and extends along any sharp corners continuously without interruption such that a continuous weather seal is formed between the cover member and the frame member.
Patent CA-2517277-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for generating an orchestrated advertising campaign
Inventor: NORRINGTON TREVOR
IPC: H04L12/16
Filed: 2005-08-26
Abstract: A system and related techniques host and serve selective, orchestrated advertising campaigns and other content to users depending on contributing advertisers' campaign strategies as well as user interests, prior history or experiences. User's may navigate to a Web or other network site which contains or invokes ads or other media or content. When ad or other content is called, a user identifier may be checked, to determine whether the user has subscribed to or had a profile established with the orchestrated ad platform. If the user does have a unique user identifier associated, an ad engine may perform a lookup of the identifier against potential ad campaigns or delivery modes, to deliver a more coherent or orchestrated stream of ads or other media to the user.
Patent CA-2519884-A1 (CA)
Title: Digital pulse width controlled oscillation modulator
Inventor: NIELSEN OLE NIES
IPC: H03M7/32
Filed: 2004-03-23
Abstract: A pulse width modulator (10) for converting a digital signal into a PWM  signal, comprising a plurality of integrators (11) with integrator gains (12) arranged in series, a comparator (17) for comparing the output of the last integrator (11') with a reference, and thereby creating the PWM signal. The modulator further has means (13) for realizing self-oscillation at a desired switching frequency, and a feedback path (14) connected to a point down stream said comparator and leading to a plurality of summing points, each preceding one of said integrators, wherein the PWM signal is quantized in time by the clock frequency of the modulator, and wherein the integrator gains (12) are adapted to reduce any quantization noise.