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Patent CA-2502079-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for making hardenable steel plates by firing, resulting steel plates
Inventor: KIRCH FERNANDE
IPC: C22C38/02
Filed: 2003-10-10
Abstract: The invention concerns a method for making hardenable steel plates by firing comprising: preparing a steel whereof the composition comprises, expressed in weight percent: 0.03 = C = 0.06, 0.50 = Mn = 1.10, 0.08: = Si = 0.20, 0.015 = Al = 0.070, N = 0.007, Ni = 0.040, Cu = 0.040, P = 0.035,S = 0.015, Mo = 0.010, Ti = 0.005; provided that it comprises boron in an amount such that 0.64 = B/N¿ ?= 1.60 the rest consisting of iron and impurities resulting from production; casting a slab of said steel, then hot rolling of said slab to obtain a plate, the final rolling temperature being higher than the point Ar3; winding said plate at a temperature ranging between 500 and 700 ·C; then cold rolling of said plate at a reduction rate ranging between 50 and 80 %; continuous annealing heat treatment for a time interval less than 15 minutes; and strain hardening with a reduction rate ranging between 1.25 and 2.5 %. The invention also concerns the hardenable plates and the parts obtainable therefrom.
Patent CA-2502409-A1 (CA)
Title: Filterless crankcase lubrication system for a vehicle
Inventor: PRIDEMORE DANNY
IPC: C10M149/02
Filed: 2005-03-24
Abstract: A crankcase lubricating system and method for lubricating an engine of a motor vehicle. The crankcase lubricating system includes filterless lubricant circulation system, and a crankcase lubricant containing a fully formulated lubricating base oil meeting or exceeding ILSAC GF-4 or API CI-4 minimum performance standards for engine oils.
Patent CA-2502598-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHANG FRANK F
IPC: E21B43/11
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: An underbalanced perforating system is disclosed for use in openhole completions to maximize the wellbore and matrix cleanup efficiency, to conne ct natural fracture patterns, and/or to enable application of new drilling flui d technology in difficult subsurface environments. The perforating system can be used for any hydrocarbon bearing formations with any lithology.
Patent CA-2502907-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TSENG WEI-JEN
IPC: F21S4/10
Filed: 2005-03-31
Abstract: An attachment for a light string having sockets for respectively receiving therein bulb assemblies and wires extending out of the sockets (10) includes a body The body of the attachment (11) has a through hole ( 12) defined through the body and a fastener slot (13) defined in the body. A cord (20) is able to extend into the through hole (12) and is fastened in the fastener slot (13). The cord (20) is held securely in the body of the attachment (11) of each socket (10) so when a force acts on the Christmas lights string, the Christmas string has enough strength not to break.
Patent CA-2505491-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RYDER HAMISH
IPC: C07D491/04
Filed: 2003-11-11
Abstract: La présente invention a trait à des composés de formule (I) et leurs sels pharmaceutiquement acceptables ainsi que des procédés pour la fabrication de tels composés. Les composés sont utiles dans le traitement ou la prévention de maladies inflammatoires et allergiques.
Patent CA-2505623-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GUSTA LAWRENCE VICTOR
IPC: C12N15/82
Filed: 2003-11-14
Abstract: Plant stresses such as pest infestations, disease, drought, flood, and excessive temperatures can lead to significant losses of crops each year.  There is a continuing need to develop novel plant varieties that are less susceptible to damage or loss by such stresses. The present invention provides for the isolation, characterization and use of an entirely novel class of plant genes, generally designated ROB5. Transgenic plants expressing ROB5 can show a dramatic improvement in their capacity to tolerate a variety of stress conditions. Moreover, ROB5 expression can further lead to marked increases in plant growth rates and plant vigor. The present invention encompasses all such ROB5 genes and peptides encoded thereby, plants expressing corresponding ROB5 constructs, and plant products thereof.
Patent CA-2507305-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TU TA-HSIUNG
IPC: A63B22/00
Filed: 2005-05-05
Abstract: An exercise step has an upper side, and several holding holes on a lower side thereof; the upper side is provided for a person to stand on, and step on and off when she is doing exercise; assisting articles, which are used for helping an exerciser achieve various balanced positions on the exercise step, are contained in respective ones of the holding holes of the exercise step when they are not in use; thus, the assisting articles can be easily found, and they won't occupy extra space when not in use.
Patent CA-2508885-A1 (CA)
Title: Combination ladders, ladder components and methods of manufacturing same
Inventor: BOWERS JACK W
IPC: E06C7/42
Filed: 2003-11-11
Abstract: Ladder configurations and components are provided including an outer rail assembly which is longitudinally adjustable relative to an inner rail assembly. The outer rail assembly may include a pair of spaced apart outer rails each fixedly coupled to an associated sleeve or sliding mechanism. Eac h sleeve is in turn slidably couple to an inner rail of the inner rail assembl y. The outer rails may be positioned and oriented at an acute angle relative to the inner rails so as to provide an increased base distance between the two outer rails. Support structures are also disclosed which are coupled at multiple locations along a rail member and at least one location of a rung. Additionally, ladder hinges are disclosed including hinge components configured to effectively transmit loads from associated rails. In one embodiment the hinge may include a pinch prevention mechanism.
Patent CA-2513213-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ROSEN CRAIG A
IPC: C12P21/02
Filed: 2004-01-20
Abstract: The present invention encompasses albumin fusion proteins. Nucleic acid molecules encoding the albumin fusion proteins of the invention are also encompassed by the invention, as are vectors containing these nucleic acids, host cells transformed with these nucleic acids vectors, and methods of making the albumin fusion proteins of the invention and using these nucleic acids, vectors, and/or host cells. Additionally the present invention encompasses pharmaceutical compositions comprising albumin fusion proteins and methods of treating, preventing, or ameliorating diseases, disordrs or conditions using albumin fusion proteins of the invention.
Patent CA-2513259-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LIU DAI-FANG
IPC: A61K39/00
Filed: 2004-01-27
Abstract: The present invention broadly relates to immunogenic compositions for administering to a host susceptible to Moraxella catarrhalis infection. More particularly, the invention is directed to the identification of cross-reactive epitope sequences of the CopB protein of Moraxella catarrhalis.
Patent CA-2518470-A1 (CA)
Title: Production of alkyl aromatic compounds with catalyst reactivation
Inventor: DEMERS FRANCIS A
IPC: B01J38/56
Filed: 2004-03-19
Abstract: Improved processes are provided for the production of alkyl aromatic compounds using zeolite catalyst/s) and for periodic reactivation in situ of zeolite catalyst(s) that have at least in part become deactivated. Processes according to this invention are typically carried out in a reaction section loaded with catalyst(s) wherein a desired alkyl aromatic compound is produced from feed aromatic and olefin compounds followed by a separation section in which the desired product is isolated and recovered. Alkylation, transalkylation, and/or isomerization reactions that occur in the reaction section are carried out in liquid phase or partial liquid phase over the said zeolite catalyst(s). At least a portion of the zeolite catalyst(s) employed in the reaction section is (are) reactivated in situ, periodically or when deemed necessary, by contacting the deactivated catalyst(s), at elevated temperature and in the substantial absence of olefin feedstock, with an aromatic stripping stream comprising the feed aromatic compound, the desired alkyl aromatic product, byproducts formed in the process, or mixtures thereof, to restore its (their) activity.
Patent CA-2519130-A1 (CA)
Title: Electric vehicle with adaptive cruise control system
Inventor: YUAN GUOHUI
IPC: H02P25/02
Filed: 2004-03-15
Abstract: A novel system for adaptively controlling an electric vehicle to maintain desired speed under variable driving conditions. The system includes a control circuit for producing a control signal to control an electric motor of the vehicle. The control signal is formed based on a control current required to achieve the desired speed. The control strategy selection circuit is configured in the system to determine a motor control scheme that provides an appropriate waveform profile of the control current. Sinusoidal waveforms are used for high efficiency and rectangular waveforms ar used for high torque.
Patent CA-2519567-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SCHROEDER CRAIG F
IPC: B24D3/28
Filed: 2004-02-13
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of polishing a workpiece. The method comprises providing an abrasive article, the abrasive article comprising superabrasive particles within agglomerates. The method then comprises contacting the abrasive article with a workpiece outer surface, the workpiece outer surface comprising a thermal spray hard phase, and relatively moving the abrasive article and the workpiece. The workpiece outer surface may further comprise a bonding phase. The abrasive article may be a continuous belt, an abrasive tape or a resin bonded disk.
Patent CA-2521012-A1 (CA)
Title: A drainage assembly
Inventor: CAPPER MICHAEL JOHN
IPC: E03C1/26
Filed: 2004-03-04
Abstract: A drainage assembly (10) comprising a cylindrical outer body (11) and cylindrical basket (12) have co-operating threads (13 and 14). a slotted flow though lid (15) is hinged at (16) to the body so that the lid (15) may be lifted to gain access to the basket (12). A centrally located cross bar (17) allows the basket to be rotated automatically moved axially in the direction of the arrow (18) to remove the basket from the assembly and release a basket actuated valve member (19) biassed by biassing spring (20) to close off annular drainage opening (21) when the basket (12) is removed. A ball valve at (25) may be used to shut off flow through the assembly manually using a ball valve actuator (26) independently of the basket.
Patent CA-2521492-A1 (CA)
Title: 4,4-difluoro-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-5h-1-benzazepine derivative or salt thereof
Inventor: KAKEFUDA AKIO
IPC: A61P13/02
Filed: 2004-04-26
Abstract: A novel 4,4-difluoro-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-5H-1-benzazepine derivative represented by the following formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of the derivative. They are useful as a therapeutic or preventive agent for night pollakisuria and/or diabetes insipidus.
Patent CA-2527222-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HONORE CRAIG GRAHAM
IPC: A23C19/086
Filed: 2004-05-31
Abstract: A method is described for producing a young cheese or cheese curd in which the natural ripening process is slowed. The method involves forming a coagulum of cheese curd from milk, salting and draining the whey. The curd is then formed into particles and dried to a preferred moisture level of 5% to 30%. The dried curd particles may be stored over extended periods and then used in the manufacture of processed cheese.
Patent CA-2527665-A1 (CA)
Title: Formation of novel erythropoietin conjugates using transglutaminase
Inventor: POOL CHADLER T
IPC: A61K38/18
Filed: 2004-05-27
Abstract: The invention provides biologically active erythropoietin (EPO) conjugate compositions wherein a transglutaminase reaction is employed to covalently and site specifically conjugate the EPO molecule to a non-antigenic hydrophilic polymer that can also be covalently linked to an organic molecule either of which modification increases the circulating serum half-life of the composition.
Patent CA-2529045-A1 (CA)
Title: Monitoring immunologic, hematologic and inflammatory diseases
Inventor: MANZI SUSAN M
IPC: C07K17/00
Filed: 2004-06-12
Abstract: This invention relates to the diagnosis and/or monitoring of patients with inflammatory diseases or conditions, e.g., immunologic, hematologic, vascular, or infectious diseases or conditions, by determining levels of complement pathway components on erythrocytes. Methods of diagnosing vascular diseases or conditions by determining levels of complement pathway components on platelets are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2529768-A1 (CA)
Title: Power meter
Inventor: BRUNO DAVID A
IPC: G01R21/06
Filed: 2005-12-13
Abstract: The computational resources of a digital power meter can be reduced by utilizing an interrupt requested in anticipation of interrupt latency to perform real-time tasks, an approximation of a root mean square load current at an earlier time to compensate for a phase shift between the load current and the current transducer output, and an amplitude that is neither zero nor maximum to distinguish the cycles of a harmonically distorted waveform.
Patent CA-2533735-A1 (CA)
Title: Optical elements, related manufacturing methods and assemblies incorporating optical elements
Inventor: BECHTEL JON H
IPC: H04N5/335
Filed: 2004-08-18
Abstract: The present invention relates to various optical elements, related manufacturing methods and systems incorporating the optical elements.</SDOAB >
Patent CA-2533777-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KANGAS STEVE
IPC: A61L29/08
Filed: 2004-08-30
Abstract: A lubricious coating including at least one ethylenically unsaturated resin and at least one hydrophilic aliphatic polyether polyurethane which does not crosslink with said ethylenically unsaturated resin, and to methods of making and using the same.
Patent CA-2535209-A1 (CA)
Inventor: REDDY BALAKRISHNA
IPC: B67D1/08
Filed: 2006-02-01
Abstract: The present invention is directed to beverage dispensers and more specifically to a beverage dispensing nozzle that provides a short and direct beverage pathway. The nozzle is adapted for use in a self-cleaning assembly that provides for efficient cleaning of all of its surfaces that contact beverage products. The nozzle can be configured with an inlet port that provides a relatively direct product flow pathway from a beverage mixing chamber in the dispenser.
Patent CA-2535391-A1 (CA)
Title: Multiple-blade retractor
Inventor: LEE ANDREW
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2004-08-16
Abstract: A retractor (100) with multiple blade for use in surgery. The retractor may comprise first (110R) and second (110L) elongated portions which are pivotally connected to each other. A first blade (113R) may be connected to the first eleongated portion (110R) and a second blade (113L) may be connected to the second elongated portion (110L). The retractor (100) may also comprise a sliding bar (130) having a third blade (134). The sliding bar (130) may be associated with the first and second elongated portions (110R, 110L) such that movement of the elongated portions relative to each other may result in movement of the sliding bar (130) and, consequently, movement of the third blade (134) relative to the first and second blades (113R, 113L). In one embodiment, the retractor (100) may comprise a tension limiting device (5322) so that the third blade (134) amy remain relatively staionary as the first and second blades (110R, 110L) are moved. The retractor (100) may also comprise a fourth blade (690) operatively connected to the first ands second elongated portions (110R, 110L). The fourth blade (690) may moved independently of the other blades or many move with the other blades.
Patent CA-2536033-A1 (CA)
Title: Recessed floor box cover assembly
Inventor: WARREN KEVIN
IPC: H02G3/14
Filed: 2006-02-13
Abstract: The present invention provides a recessed floor box assembly including a cover and floor box housing designed to be adaptable to the cover. The cover is designed to be removable and repositionable for covering the open face of the box housing in either the closed or open positions. The cover can be selectively positioned to open or close an access opening into the box housing while still retaining a covering on the box housing.
Patent CA-2536039-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for enzymatic treatment and filtration of a plant and products obtainable thereby
Inventor: PEACOCK MICHELE
IPC: A23L29/00
Filed: 2004-09-30
Abstract: A process for enzymatically treating a plant, such as a fruit, vegetable, or other plant parts (e.g., leaves, stems, roots, tubers, etc.), is disclosed.  The process of the invention combines enzyme treatment of the plant with filtration to obtain a permeate and a retentate. The liquefaction enzyme used to treat the plant is maintained in an active state during the filtration step.
Patent CA-2536541-A1 (CA)
Title: Apparatus and method for accessing diverse native data sources through a metadata interface
Inventor: WU JU
IPC: G06F7/00
Filed: 2004-05-19
Abstract: A computer readable medium storing executable instructions includes a metadata view module (100). The metadata view module (100) has a data foundation module (314) to facilitate data abstraction of enterprise data, where the enterprise data is stored in diverse native formats. A business element module (316) facilitates the logical grouping of the enterprise data to form business elements and a business view module (318) facilitates the logical grouping of business elements.
Patent CA-2539030-A1 (CA)
Title: Polymerization process and control of polymer composition properties
Inventor: EHRMAN FRED D
IPC: C08F2/34
Filed: 2004-03-24
Abstract: Methods of controlling the flow index and/or molecular weight split of a polymer composition are disclosed. The method of producing a polymer composition in one embodiment comprises incorporating a high molecular weight polymer into a low molecular weight polymer to form the polymer composition in a single polymerization reactor in the presence of polymerizable monomers, a bimetallic catalyst composition and at least one control agent; wherein the control agent is added in an amount sufficient to control the level of incorporation of the high molecular weight polymer, the level of low molecular weight polymer, or both. Examples of control agents include alcohols, ethers, amines and oxygen.
Patent CA-2541206-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PLANTE MARIE-CLAUDE
IPC: B65C11/00
Filed: 2006-03-27
Abstract: Les items, ici des seaux de sécurité 5, sont insérés manuellement par la gauche en les appuyant sur un appui vertical représenté ici par la barre 3 et en les glissant à l'intérieur d'un guide ajouré représenté par le profilé 2, qui permet à l'individu de voir les item s restants et leurs numéros et de pouvoir les faire avancer manuellement. Les items sont successivement insérés un à un dans l'ordre alphanumérique désiré jusqu'à remplissage complet du guide. Les items sont retirés manuellement par la droite du dispositif au besoin. Afin d'évit er que l'on retire les items par la gauche du dispositif et ainsi briser la suite numérique, un mécanisme d'anti-recule représenté ici par un ressort à lame 4, empêche ces derniers de faire marche arrière en appuyant sur le côté gauche de l'item
Patent CA-2542983-A1 (CA)
Title: Full-duplex radio frequency echo cancellation
Inventor: DURON MARK
IPC: H04L27/00
Filed: 2004-10-21
Abstract: A system comprising a transmitter element creating an interrogation signal and transmitting the interrogation signal and a receiver element receiving a reflection signal of the interrogation signal and combining the reflection signal and a feedback signal to cancel at least a portion of radio frequency echo signals in the reflection signal.
Patent CA-2543715-A1 (CA)
Title: Piperidinyl-and piperazinyl-sulfonylmethyl hydroxamic acids and their use as protease inhibitors
Inventor: MULLINS PATRICK B
IPC: C07D417/14
Filed: 2004-11-03
Abstract: This invention is directed generally to proteinase (also known as ~protease~) inhibitors, and, more particularly, to piperidinyl- and piperazinyl-sulfonylmethyl hydroxamic acids that, inter alia, inhibit matrix metalloproteinase (also known as ~matrix metalloprotease~ or ~MMP~) activity and/or aggrecanase activity. Such hydroxamic acids generally correspond in structure to formula (I); (wherein A1, A2, Y, E1, E2, E3, and Rx are as defined in this specification), and further include salts of such compounds.  This invention also is directed to compositions of such hydroxamic acids, intermediates for the syntheses of such hydroxamic acids, methods for making such hydroxamic acids, and methods for treating conditions (particularly pathological conditions) associated with MMP activity and/or aggrecanase activity.
Patent CA-2547224-A1 (CA)
Title: System for managing glucose levels in patients with diabetes or hyperglycemia
Inventor: FLANDERS SAMUEL J
IPC: A61M5/172
Filed: 2006-05-17
Abstract: A blood glucose maintenance system for use by hyperglycemic individuals measures their blood glucose level and calculates an appropriate glucose or insulin dosage based on the measurement. Recheck intervals responsive to dosage history are determined. Warning or alert messages or signals are produced if certain measurements or calculations fall outside established normal ranges. It is particularly useful for patients in a hospital or in-patient environment.
Patent CA-2547288-A1 (CA)
Title: Solid oxide fuel cell and method of manufacturing the same
Inventor: SUGANUMA SHIGEAKI
IPC: H01M8/10
Filed: 2006-05-19
Abstract: A solid oxide fuel cell includes: a solid electrolyte; and electrodes on both surfaces of the solid electrolyte, wherein at least one of joint surfaces where the solid electrolyte and the electrodes are in contact with each other is a roughened surface having at least two different types of surface roughness.
Patent CA-2548590-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods and compositions for autism risk assessment background
Inventor: RAMOZ NICOLAS
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2004-12-03
Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for evaluating an individual for relative genetic risk for autism, for identifying a form of a genetic polymorphism that is linked to autism, and for evaluating whether a compound affects autism.
Patent CA-2550207-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BENGE CARL J
IPC: E21B7/20
Filed: 2006-06-16
Abstract: A method and apparatus for conducting earth borehole operations include a reel (28) of continuous coiled casing (30), and an injector (20) for moving the coiled casing. The bottomhole assembly including at least a motor (54) and a bit (56) is connected to the free end of the coiled casing, and injected into the earth while circulating fluid through the coiled casing to form a drilled earth borehole having a borehole wall. The coiled casing drill string may be retrieved from the borehole, the bottomhole assembly removed, and the coiled casing again injected into the borehole, then suspended from a wellhead assembly. After severing the coiled casing, a bonding agent such as a cementitious material may be injected into the suspended coiled casing and into the annulus between the coiled casing and the borehole.
Patent CA-2552329-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GOU JUAN FRANCISCO
IPC: B60P1/02
Filed: 2005-01-07
Abstract: An aircraft cargo loader (10) includes a first generally horizontal platform structure (14, 14', 40, 50, 60) adjustable in height between ground level and a first elevated position. The loader (10) includes a second generally horizontal platform structure (16, 16', 42, 52, 62) positioned adjacent to the first generally horizontal platform structure (14, 14', 40, 50, 60) and adjustable in height relative to the first platform structure (14, 14', 40, 50, 60). A third generally horizontal platform structure (18, 18', 44, 54, 64) is positioned adjacent to the second generally horizontal platform structure (16, 16', 42, 52, 62) and is adjustable in height relative to the first (14, 40) and second generally horizontal platform structures (16, 16' 42, 52, 62).  The aircraft cargo loader (10) may include additional platform structures (66, 70), and one or more may be carried by a vehicle (20), and may be completely controllable from a single operator station (78).