baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent CA-2370534-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for moisture detection in exterior sheathing of residential and commercial buildings
Inventor: KROLL RICHARD E
IPC: F24F11/00
Filed: 2002-02-05
Abstract: An automated device monitors moisture content in exterior sheathing of a building for detecting moisture intrusion into the sheathing walls. A plurality of moisture sensors are embedded in selected exterior walls of the building behind the cladding and are adapted to provide signals representative of the moisture content in the walls at each of the selected locations. A control unit is operatively connected with each of the plurality of moisture sensors for generating an alarm signal when at least one of the signals representative of the moisture content in the plurality of walls is indicative of a moisture content in excess of a predetermined threshold value. Each moisture sensor is preferably in the form of a pair of spaced apart elongate conductive probe members having a substantial portion thereof from a lead end embedded into a substrate of the exterior building walls, and a connection end extending outwardly from the first wall for enabling electrical connection of each moisture sensor to the control unit. An audible or visual alarm is generated when moisture is detected. Electronic communication of alarm signals are further provided for moisture monitoring from a distance.
Patent CA-2372331-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LAMBRECHT PAUL E
IPC: C02F9/14
Filed: 2002-02-21
Abstract: A system and method for removing pollutants from wastewater. The system includes a constructed wetland cell in which the filtered wastewater is flowed generally vertically. The flow of wastewater is unsaturated through the wetland toll to aerate the wastewater. The wastewater may be further aerated by a blower or injector. The treated wastewater from the wetland cell is blended with untreated wastewater, then either recirculated through the wetland cell or conveyed to a disposal system.
Patent CA-2373199-A1 (CA)
Title: Arm apparatus for mounting electronic devices
Inventor: ODDSEN ODD N JR
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2000-05-10
Abstract: An extension arm (100) suitable for mounting a flat-screen electronic peripheral device, such as a computer monitor or television, comprises a forearm extension (110) that has at one end a first coupling for attachment to a tilter, a platform or other means for supporting a flat-screen device and at the other end a second coupling with a slot formed therein. The extension arm (100) also comprises a pair of endcaps (102, 108) each having a shaft. The shaft of the first endcap (102) is pivotably rotatable in a support mount, such as a wall, desk or pole mount. The shaft of the second endcap (108) is hollow and is pivotably rotatable in the second coupling of the forearm extension (110). The extension arm (100) also comprises an upper channel (104) and a lower channel (106).  Each channel has at opposite ends integrally cast rollers which are pivotably attached to each of the endcaps (102, 108). The lower channel (106) has a cable channel formed therein. The upper and lower channels (104, 106) and the endcaps (102, 108) form an adjustable parallelogram. The shape of the parallelogram is retained by a gas spring (122), which is attached at a first end to a ball stud mounted in the upper channel (104) and adjustably mounted at a second end to the first endcap (102). A clevis (120) is located within the first endcap (102) and is pivotably attached to the second end of the gas spring (122). A threaded rod (124) threadedly engages the clevis (120), such that the clevis (120) slides within the first endcap (102) when the threaded rod (124) rotates around its axial centerline. A cable from the flat-screen device can be hidden from view by being disposed within the forearm extension (110), the second endcap (108), and the lower channel (106) of the extension arm (100).
Patent CA-2374137-A1 (CA)
Title: Flexible stent
Inventor: BURGERMEISTER ROBERT
IPC: A61F2/90
Filed: 2002-03-01
Abstract: -20-   A preferred embodiment of a stent provides a folded start section that provides both structural rigidity and reduction in foreshortening of the ste nt mechanism. A flexible section provides flexibility for delivery of the stmt mechanism. In a second embodiment, flexible section columns are angled with respect to each other, and to the longitudinal axis of the steal. These relatively flexible sections are oppositely phased in order to negate any torsion along their length. In yet another embodiment, the flexible connecto r can take on an undulating shape (like an "N"), but such that the longitudina l axis of the connector is not parallel with the longitudinal axis of the slan t.  Finally, a new method is disclosed for making slants. The method consists of performing a standard photochemical machining process of cutting, cleaning and coating the tube with a photoresist. However, unlike former methods, the photoresist image is developed on the surface of the cylindrical metallic tube, which results in a controlled variable etching rate at selected sites on the cylindrical metallic tube during the etching process. Further embodiments provide living hinge connectors and connections along the length of the radi al strut member.
Patent CA-2374551-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ERB HANS PETER
IPC: B23K37/04
Filed: 2000-05-06
Abstract: The invention relates to a clamping frame for automobile side parts (7) comprising a plurality of clamping elements (6) for clamping automobile side  parts (7). Said frame includes two substantially vertical outer connector supports (2) for positioning and blocking units (3) for fixing in a welding station and a docking unit (5) for a means of transport. Said clamping frame  that is easy to assemble and maintain is characterized in that both outer connector supports (2) are only connected by a torsion and bend resistant support (1) that extends substantially in horizontal direction, the clamping  elements (6) and the docking unit (5) being fixed thereto, wherein the heigh t of the support (1) in a projection towards the automobile side part (7) is smaller that said part (7).
Patent CA-2375598-A1 (CA)
Title: Microcomputer heat dissipation system
Inventor: DONG GUANGJI
IPC: H05K7/20
Filed: 2000-03-24
Abstract: A computer heat-radiation system comprises an endotherm means, the endotherm  means can be pasted on the exothermic unit inside the computer and connected  with a liquid circle means. The liquid circle means can at least connect in- series with the radiating-pipe pasted on the radiating-flange; the said radiating-flange is on the ectotheca of the housing. The most of the heat radiated from the computer can be emitted to the outside of computer, and th e noise raised by running is fall down greatly because of the cancel of the computer inter-fan.
Patent CA-2376361-A1 (CA)
Title: Prostate cancer-related gene 3 (pg-3) and biallelic markers thereof
Inventor: BARRY CAROLINE
IPC: C12Q1/6886
Filed: 2000-07-28
Abstract: The invention concerns the genomic sequence and cDNA sequences of the PG-3 gene. The invention also concerns biallelic markers of the PG-3 gene. The invention also concerns polypeptides encoded by the PG-3 gene. The invention also deals with antibodies directed specifically against such polypeptides that are useful as diagnostic reagents.
Patent CA-2377430-A1 (CA)
Title: Deflection structure
Inventor: WITTENBERGER DAN
IPC: A61M25/00
Filed: 2000-06-15
Abstract: Deflection mechanisms are disclosed that are positionable to deflecting portions of a flexible body, such as a catheter, in more than one direction in a single plane, as well as in more than one plane. The invention allows a distal portion of a catheter to be deflected more than 360 degrees to provid e a loop.
Patent CA-2378720-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BERHOW STEVEN
IPC: A61M25/16
Filed: 2000-07-20
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un dispositif à cathéter amélioré présentant une lumière multiple (15) ainsi qu'une construction (16) de tige de cathéter renforcée. Chaque lumière est définie par un revêtement lubrifiant (14) favorisant le passage de dispositifs ou de solutions à travers les lumières avec un degré de résistance minimum. Une enveloppe extérieure (17) à flexibilité variable réduit au minimum le trauma du système vasculaire du patient, et offre au personnel médical exécutant un haut degré de commande en torsion par rapport au cathéter. L'invention concerne également des procédés de fabrication de ces dispositifs.
Patent CA-2379812-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DE MAUSSION JACQUES
IPC: E01F15/04
Filed: 2000-07-21
Abstract: The invention concerns a safety barrier for highways or the like, comprising rails in abutted assembly and fixed on posts spaced apart and driven into the ground. The invention is characterised in that at least one rail (10) of the barrier is made of wood and comprises synthetic fibres (12) fixed on at least a rear part of its section, extending over substantially its entire length. The invention is useful for road equipment.
Patent CA-2381386-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for producing mg-containing non-al anionic clay
Inventor: STAMIRES DENNIS
IPC: C09C1/42
Filed: 2000-08-11
Abstract: This patent describes economical and environment-friendly processes for the synthesis of Mg-containing non-Al anionic clays. It involves (hydro)thermally reacting a slurry comprising a Mg metals source with a trivalent metals source to directly obtain Mg-containing non-Al anionic clay, the Mg sources being an oxide, hydroxide or a carbonate There is no necessity to wash or filter the product. It can be spray dried directly to form microspheres or can be extruded to form shaped bodies The product can be combined with other ingredients in the manufacture of catalysts, absorbents, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, detergents, and other commodity proudcts that contain anionic clays.
Patent CA-2383201-A1 (CA)
Title: Harvester with intelligent hybrid control system
Inventor: MERTINS KARL-HEINZ OTTO
IPC: A01D41/127
Filed: 2002-04-23
Abstract: A control system for a harvester or similar implement includes a supervisory controller, a set of low-level controllers and a neuro-fuzzy inference system.  The supervisory controller employs human expert knowledge and fuzzy logic. The controller monitors the quality of the harvesting process, such as gain loss, dockage, grain damage and the like. Based on the measurements, setpoints for all critical functional elements of the implement are determined. The neuro-fuzzy inference system determines machine settings according to operating conditions and learns from harvester experience. The parameters of the neruo-fuzzy inference system are stored in on-board memory. The neuro-fuzzy system can be used for harvester set-up and as one of the knowledge sources for repeated adjustments during the harvest.
Patent CA-2383382-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LEHMAN LORA
IPC: B42F7/06
Filed: 2000-09-14
Abstract: A portfolio for holding items such as sheets of paper is constructed a single sheet of translucent material having a scored line to act as a hinge (7) and divided the material into front (3) and back (5) covers. The portfolio is provided with at least three pockets constructed of transparent material welded onto the portfolio. Two of the pockets are provided on the interior of the front and back covers for retaining sheets of paper, and a third pocket is provided on the exterior surface of the front cover for holding a sheet of material such as a cover label.
Patent CA-2386066-A1 (CA)
Title: Detection of hla-g
Inventor: YIE SHANG-MIAN
IPC: G01N33/68
Filed: 2000-09-27
Abstract: The present invention relates to the detection of HLA-G. Antibodies to both soluble and membrane bound HLA-G are disclosed. Exemplary antibodies include 2C/C8, 3C/G4, and 4H84. 2C/C8 and 4H84 antibodies bind to the same region of HLA-G, which is a different region than that bound by 3C/G4. Methods of detection and diagnosis are disclosed as well as kits, including a miniaturized assay suitable for a clinical setting. Further, a method of selecting an embryo for in vitro fertilization is disclosed. A sandwich ELISA test is provide using two antibodies that bind to HLA-G at different regions. The HLA-G test according to the invention is over 1000 times more selective in binding to HLA-G than to antigens HLA-A2, HLA-B4, HLA-C, or mixed WBC preparations.
Patent CA-2391781-A1 (CA)
Title: Forged valve stem packing set
Inventor: WEBB MICHAEL J
IPC: F16K41/02
Filed: 2000-10-24
Abstract: A three-ring packing set for a forged valve stem is disclosed which includes upper (20) and lower (40) adapter rings formed from fiber reinforced graphite tape and each having a first density and a first axial thickness, and an intermediate preform ring (30) formed from graphite tape and having a second density that is less than the density of the upper and lower adapter rings and a second axial thickness that is less than the axial thickness of each of the adapter rings.
Patent CA-2393719-A1 (CA)
Title: Flexible wireless lan architecture based on a communication server
Inventor: GRAU JUAN
IPC: H04L12/56
Filed: 2000-12-07
Abstract: A wireless communication server (50) is provided in a wireless LAN system (40). The wireless communication server (50) controls the operation of multiple access points (52, 54, 56, 58-62). In this way, the cost of the access points can be reduced. The wireless communication server provides centralized data traffic filtering, and direction, and other functions.</SDO AB>
Patent CA-2393978-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for producing o-chloromethyl benzenecarbonyl chlorides
Inventor: GOTZ ROLAND
IPC: C07C51/09
Filed: 2000-11-27
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing o-chloromethyl benzenecarbonyl chlorides of formula (I), wherein R1-R4 can be the same or different and stand for hydrogen, C1-C4-alkyl, halogen or trifluoromethyl, by converting benzocondensed lactones of formula (II), wherein R1-R4 have the aforementioned meaning, with gaseous or liquid phosgene and the dimers or trimers thereof.  The inventive method is characterised in that the conversion is carried out in the presence of catalytical amounts of a Lewis acid and catalytical amounts of a phosgenation catalyst.
Patent CA-2394239-A1 (CA)
Title: Probe for an aircraft
Inventor: COLLOT LIONEL
IPC: G01K13/02
Filed: 2000-12-12
Abstract: The invention relates to a probe for an aircraft, for measuring in particular, the total temperature of the airflow surrounding the aircraft. The probe comprises a mobile pallet (1) for aligning in the axis (8) of an airflow surrounding the mobile pallet (1); and means (10, 13, 16) for measuring the total temperature of the airflow, which are fixed to the mobile pallet.
Patent CA-2394251-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CALABRIA JOHN
IPC: A63B37/06
Filed: 2002-07-18
Abstract: A thread wound golf ball having improved characteristics of moment of inertia, spin, and total flight distance, comprising a center, a thread winding layer disposed over the center forming a core, and a cover disposed over the core. The improved characteristics are achieved by shifting the weight of the golf ball from the center towards the periphery by use of heavy thread. This could be achieved by adding a high specific gravity filler material, such as tungsten, to the conventional thread compound and/or using polymer materials in the thread that are inherently heavier. By using a high specific gravity filler material, other desirable characteristics inherent in a wound ball such as resilience, controllability and feel, are not affected.
Patent CA-2395302-A1 (CA)
Title: Alimentation de ligne a distance
Inventor: AGIZIM AHARON M
IPC: H04M19/00
Filed: 2000-12-19
Abstract: L'invention concerne un circuit d'alimentation de ligne comportant une entrée pouvant être couplée à une alimentation en courant alternatif. Le circuit d'alimentation de ligne comporte également au moins un convertisseur de mode de courant couplé à l'entrée, produisant un courant continu à partir de l'alimentation en courant alternatif. Le circuit d'alimentation de ligne comporte également au moins deux sorties couplées au convertisseur de mode de courant, pouvant être couplées à au moins une paire de lignes d'abonnés de manière à fournir un courant continu à ou aux paires de lignes d'abonnés.
Patent CA-2397063-A1 (CA)
Title: Smart alternator method and apparatus for optimizing fuel efficiency and monitoring batteries in an automobile
Inventor: HUYKMAN RICHARD B
IPC: H02J7/16
Filed: 2001-01-10
Abstract: The invention provides a method and apparatus for controlling an alternator (605) by turning it ON or OFF depending upon the battery conditions and the operating conditions of the automobile monitored by various sensors (606, 609 and 611). By allowing the batteries of the automobile (610), controlled by a battery control unit (608), to charge and discharge based on its state of charge (SOC), the load imposed by the alternator (605) can be reduced such that the fuel efficiency of the automobile is optimized. By setting SOC  limits, the alternator (605) can be turned ON or OFF, using an alternator control unit (604), depending on whether the SOC of the batteries is within the SOC limits. In addition, power loading limits can be preset so that the alternator (605) can be turned ON or OFF depending on the power loading conditions. The alternator (605) may be turned ON or OFF, using an alternator control unit (604), based on other conditions as well. Limits on idling speed, cruise speed, accelerating and decelerating conditions can also be preset. The alternator (605) can be turned ON or OFF based on whether the preset limits are exceeded. Since the alternator is only turned ON when needed, unnecessary charging is eliminated and the batteries of the automobile (610) operate at optimal efficiency. As a result, battery operation and fuel efficiency of the automobile are optimized.
Patent CA-2401423-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WAKSMUNDZKI ANDREW
IPC: A61F13/60
Filed: 2001-03-06
Abstract: A disposable absorbent brief is provided with a reinforced fastening tape landing zone (18) which permits repeated removal and reattachment of the fastening tape (14) for adjustment of fit. The backing sheet (12) of the brief is a relatively thin and inexpensive sheet material which has at least one relatively thin and inexpensive, adhesively-secured strip of landing zone reinforcement sheet material. The reinforcement strip provides the strength required to allow tape removal and reattachment without causing tearing of the reinforcement strip or backing sheet or separation of the reinforcement sheet from the backing sheet. The adhesive layer (22) is applied to the reinforcement sheet stock by slot coating as a continuous and uninterrupted layer on the reinforcement strip in a cost-effective and efficient process.
Patent CA-2401555-A1 (CA)
Title: Delivery system and method for vehicles and the like
Inventor: SALLUSTI CHARLES
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2001-02-28
Abstract: A product delivery system that moves products from manufacturing plant to destination. Particularly applicable to the delivery of vehicles from vehicl e assembly plants to dealerships, the system utilizes a centralized management  organization overseeing independent entities in a delivery network, and provides a management team with improved visibility of and improved tools fo r operating the network, such as a tracking system by which managers in many parts of the network have access to the status of individual products and network facilities, a simulation tool by which managers can test scenarios f or the purpose of changing product routing plans based on predicted capacity an d bottlenecks, and a planning tool that can facilitate preparation of product routing plans in response to information from the other tools. The system al so uses feedback from the delivery network to influence the sequence in which t he products are manufactured.
Patent CA-2402497-A1 (CA)
Title: A trap
Inventor: DOMIGAN IAN ROSS
IPC: A01M23/26
Filed: 2001-03-06
Abstract: A trap (42, 82) of the invention is based around a spring means (24, 60) comprising a substantially rectangular sheet of spring material folded to be substantially C-shaped in cross-section. In one embodiment (Figure 6), portions (64, 65) of the spring means (60) are adapted to be killing surfaces. In another embodiment (Figure 2), the spring means (24) is provided with arms (28, 29) tha t support jaws (36, 37). A setting means (53/54, 77) holds the spring means (24, 60) in an armed position and the trap (42, 82) is trig-gered when a trigger means (49, 75) is moved by an animal which in turn disengages the setting means (53/54, 77) and allows the killing surfaces (portions 64, 65) or jaws (36, 37) to come together on the animal therebetween.
Patent CA-2409646-A1 (CA)
Title: Acoustic coupling device
Inventor: STONE ROBERT T
IPC: A61B5/12
Filed: 2001-03-27
Abstract: An acoustic coupling device (70) for a hearing screening device comprising a coupling input (82) being adapted to receive an acoustic stimulus from the hearing screening device and transmit at least one response signal from a subject to the hearing screening device; a first passive attenuator (78) adapted to attenuate a first frequency of the acoustic stimulus; a second passive attenuator (80) adapted to attenuate a second frequency of the acoustic stimulus; and at least a first earpiece (140) disposed proximate the ear canal of an ear of the subject. The first and second passive attenuators in combination provide a second acoustic stimulus having a substantially balanced acoustic spectrum. The earpiece includes a stimulus input adapted to transmit at least the second acoustic stimulus to the subject and receive at least a first response signal having a first volume from the subject's ear. A  response signal compensator (98) regulates the first volume of the first response signal.
Patent CA-2412007-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BAKER SAMUEL M
IPC: A44B18/00
Filed: 2001-06-19
Abstract: An industrial fabric comprising at least two separate continuous layers. Each layer includes at least one segment (1) fabricated as a plastics extrusion, such as a strip or panel. The layers are joined by means of cooperating linear interlocking structures (10) located on contiguous planar faces of the segments in the layers. After engagement to form a joint, the cooperating linear interlocking structures provide and maintain a void volume (30) between the layers, and resist compressive loading of the fabric in a more or less predictable manner. The segments may be fabricated from differing thermoplastics so as to impart differing physical properties to each layer.  The segments may be porous or non-porous. The industrial fabrics are suitable for use in filtration, membrane, geotechnical and like applications, and find particular utility in continuous filtration applications such as pulp and paper making, sludge dewatering and the like.
Patent CA-2415915-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BELGE MURAT
IPC: H04L29/10
Filed: 2001-08-10
Abstract: Using DSL modems as data collector, the modems processes the data to, for example, allow easier interpretation of the lien characteristics. In particular, the modems postprocess the data including calibration, filter compensation, determination of the SNR medley from the bits and gains tables and rate conversion. The interpretation process uses the postprocessed data and determines loop characterization, interferer detection, a data reduction estimation and a data rate estimation. The outputs of these determinations least allow for the characterization of the line conditions between the two modems.
Patent CA-2416481-A1 (CA)
Title: Osteoimplant and method of making same
Inventor: SCARBOROUGH NELSON L
IPC: A61L27/36
Filed: 2001-07-19
Abstract: An osteoimplant is provided which comprises a shaped, coherent, three-dimensional porous matrix of elongate demineralized bone particles, wherein said matrix possesses a bulk density of lower than about 0.3 g/cm3. The osteoimplant of the invention is highly absorbent and sponge/like in nature.  Also provided herein are a method of fabricating the osteoimplant herein and a method of repairing and/or treating bone utilizing the osteoimplant.