baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent CA-2250462-C (CA)
Title: Automated synchronization of video image sequences to new soundtracks
Inventor: BREGLER CHRISTOPH
IPC: G03B31/00
Filed: 1997-03-25
Granted: 2001-10-02
Abstract: The synchronization of an existing video to a new soundtrack is carried out through the phonetic analysis of the original soundtrack and the new soundtrack. Individual sounds, such as phonemes, are identified in the soundtrack for the original video recording, and the images corresponding thereto are stored. The new soundtrack is similarly analyzed to identify individual sounds, which are used to select the stored images and create a new video sequence. The sequence of images are then smoothly fitted to one another, to provide a video stream that is synchronized to the new soundtrack.  This approach permits a given video sequence to be synchronized to any arbitrary audio track. Furthermore, the matching of the video images to the new sounds can be carried out in a highly automated manner, thereby reducing required manual effort.
Patent CA-2251755-C (CA)
Title: Photolabile polymer array synthesis methods
Inventor: GOLDBERG MARTIN
IPC: B01J19/00
Filed: 1997-04-16
Granted: 2010-09-14
Abstract: The present invention provides novel processes for the large scale preparation of arrays of polymer sequences wherein each array includes a plurality of different, positionally distinct polymer sequences having known monomer sequences. The methods of the invention combine high throughput process steps with high resolution photolithographic techniques in the manufacture of polymer arrays.
Patent CA-2256672-C (CA)
Title: Reconnaissance biometrique par reseau neuronal de classification
Inventor: BRADY MARK J
IPC: G06K9/00
Filed: 1997-04-21
Granted: 2006-06-20
Abstract: Un système de reconnaissance biométrique comprend deux phases: création d'un ensemble structure maîtresse constitué des indices biométriques des utilisateurs autorisés, puis authentification au moyen d'un réseau neuronal de classification. Pour créer l'ensemble structure maîtresse, on divise une image des indices biométriques d'un utilisateur autorisé en une pluralité de zones à étudier ou "caractéristiques". Le système détermine quelles caractéristiques sont les plus utiles à des fins d'identification. Les structures maîtresses sont ensuite créées à partir de ces caractéristiques maîtresses, ce qui crée un ensemble structure maîtresse. Durant l'authentification, un ensemble structure échantillon d'un utilisateur à authentifier est créé d'une manière similaire. On utilise un réseau neuronal pour comparer la structure échantillon à la structure maîtresse, de façon à déterminer si l'utilisateur doit être authentifié.
Patent CA-2256743-C (CA)
Inventor: KOUTRAKIS PETROS
IPC: G01N30/00
Filed: 1998-01-20
Granted: 2006-08-01
Abstract: Methods and apparatus for the continuous monitoring of ambient particulate mass encompassing the monitoring of PM10 and coarse particles (2.5 to 10 .mu.m), the determination of the size distribution of particles, the determination of particle density and the determination of particle-bound water.
Patent CA-2258538-C (CA)
Inventor: LIE TJONG T
IPC: B60G7/02
Filed: 1997-06-19
Granted: 2006-05-02
Abstract: A device for and method of mounting a vehicle suspension member, such as a leaf spring or a main support member, to an axle housing. The invention is particularly useful in the truck and trailer industry. An axle bracket is welded to the axle housing. A cover and an axle seat are clamped so as to compress the suspension member and a top pad between them. The cover and axle seat are then welded together. The axle seat and axle bracket may then be bolted together. A space plate may be inserted between the rear portions of the axle seat and axle bracket so as to increase the pinion angle of the vehicle axle. This allows the invention to be utilized in a variety of installations.
Patent CA-2265123-C (CA)
Title: A delivery apparatus for a self-expanding stent
Inventor: JOHNSON KIRK
IPC: A61F2/06
Filed: 1999-03-10
Granted: 2007-01-30
Abstract: In accordance with the present invention there is provided a delivery apparatus for a self-expanding stem. The apparatus includes an outer sheath, which is an elongated tubular member having distal and proximal ends. The outer sheath is made from an outer polymeric layer, an inner polymeric layer, and a braided reinforcing layer between the inner and outer layers. The reinforcing layer is more rigid than the inner and outer layers.  The apparatus further includes an inner shaft located coaxially within the outer sheath. The shaft has a distal end, extending distal to the distal end of the sheath, and a proximal end, extending proximal to the proximal end of the sheath. The shaft further includes a stop attached thereto. The stop is proximal to the distal end of the sheath. Lastly, the apparatus includes a self expanding stent located within the sheath. The stent makes frictional contact with the inner layer of the sheath. The stent is located between the stop and the distal end of the sheath, with a portion of the shaft disposed coaxially within a lumen of the stent. The stent makes contact with the stop during deployment of the stent.
Patent CA-2265399-C (CA)
Inventor: FANG ZHIGANG
IPC: B24D3/10
Filed: 1999-03-17
Granted: 2006-05-16
Abstract: A metal-matrix diamond or cubic boron nitride composite and method of making the same are disclosed. The metal-matrix/diamond composite includes grains of diamond uniformly distributed in a metal matrix. Alternatively, grains of cubic boron nitride may be used. Suitable metals for the metal matrix material may include nickel, cobalt, iron, and mixtures or alloys thereof. Other transition metals also may be used. The metal-matrix/diamond or metal-matrix/cubic boron nitride composite has high fracture toughness due to its fine microstructure. Such a metal-matrix/diamond or metal-matrix/cubic boron nitride composite is suitable for use in blanks or cutting elements for cutting tools, drill bits, dressing tools, and wear parts. It also may be used to make wire drawing dies.
Patent CA-2267806-C (CA)
Title: An apparatus for determining the position of a movable mechanical element and method of marking a mechanical element
Inventor: WHATLEY MARK LEWIS
IPC: G01D5/26
Filed: 1999-04-01
Granted: 2011-01-25
Abstract: An apparatus for determining the position of a mechanical element wherein the mechanical element is marked in an optically readable manner, comprising reading means to provide a first output dependent on the position of the mechanical element.
Patent CA-2270006-C (CA)
Inventor: CADORETTE MARIO
IPC: E06B9/32
Filed: 1999-04-22
Granted: 2001-09-04
Abstract: A kit is provided for modifying a control mechanism of a cord-operated window blind. The conventional control mechanism comprises a control housing including a removable end plate disposed at an end of a head rail of the blind, and a pulley disposed within the control housing and operatively coupled to a pivot rod of the blind. The kit includes: an adapter unit capable of being operatively mounted on the control housing in place of the removable end plate; and a shaft coupler adapted to be operatively mounted within the adapter unit and capable of operatively coupling an output shaft of the drive unit to the pivot rod. The adapter unit comprises a shaft opening disposed substantially co-axially with the pivot rod, and support means disposed on an exterior surface of the adapter, proximal the opening, for operatively supporting a drive unit of a conventional blind remote control.
Patent CA-2277092-C (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for applying a coating to the head-shank junction of externally threaded articles
Inventor: SESSA EUGENE
IPC: B05C9/14
Filed: 1998-01-06
Granted: 2008-05-27
Abstract: An apparatus for applying a coating to the head-shank junction of externally threaded fasteners (12) in an automated fashion. The fasteners (12) are positioned, head down, on rotating part holders (30) positioned about the periphery of a rotating disc (25). The part holders (30) may be magnetic or other forms, and are adapted to maintain the fasteners (12) in a generally fixed position during their movement. The fasteners (12) are pre-heated at a heating station (70) during their rotational movement on the disc (25). A dispenser (50) is then used to apply the coating to the articles (12), in timed sequence to the movement of the articles (12). In this fashion, a coating can be applied to selected portions of the entire periphery of the head-shank junction. A  method for applying a coating to the head-shank junction of externally threaded fasteners (12) in an automated fashion also form part of the present invention.
Patent CA-2277248-C (CA)
Inventor: PEDERSEN ELDON THEODORE
IPC: E21B41/00
Filed: 1999-07-09
Granted: 2003-04-08
Abstract: A portable flare stack includes a base having a first end and a second end. A tubular conduit extends substantially the length of the base. The tubular conduit has a flaring end and a gas connection end. The tubular conduit is pivotally mounted at one of the first end and the second end of the base for movement between a travel position and a flaring position in which the tubular conduit extends substantially perpendicular to the chassis . A counterweight is positioned adjacent to the gas connection end of the tubular conduit. A drive mechanism is provided for moving the tubular conduit, as required, between the travel position and the flaring position.
Patent CA-2277832-C (CA)
Inventor: JONES TERENCE R
IPC: A61K38/00
Filed: 1997-10-21
Granted: 2007-04-24
Abstract: Cyclic peptide compounds having 11 amino acids joined by a linking unit (L), such that the linear dimension between the C.alpha. carbon of the first amino acid and the C.alpha. carbon of eleventh amino acid is between about 4 and 12 .ANG.ngstrom units; are useful for inhibiting the binding of µPA to the µPAR receptor. Methods for using the cyclic peptide compounds, and compositions containing them, for inhibiting the growth or metastasis of cancerous tumors are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2280034-C (CA)
Title: Tool and method for removing excess cement from the top of a liner after hanging and cementing thereof
Inventor: TELFER GEORGE
IPC: E21B23/00
Filed: 1998-01-16
Granted: 2005-10-25
Abstract: A tool (100) for removing excess cement from the top of a liner (51) after hanging and cementing thereof by inner string comprises a hollow mandrel (4), a valve sleeve (7) and a port (12) in said hollow mandrel (4) wherein said valve sleeve (7) is movable to open and close said port (122) to allow circulating fluid to be introduced into the liner (51) or casing in the vicinity of the liner hanger (54) supporting the liner. The circulating fluid washes the excess cement away and a non rotating casing scraper can obviate the need for a separate trip to clean the inside of the casing. An apparatus is also disclosed for indicating that a predetermined quantity of fluid has been ejected from a pipe in a wellbore comprising a pressure gauge, a dart (280), a shearable member (293) initially shearably attached to said dart (280) and a landing seat wherein, in use, said dart (280) follows said predetermined quantity of fluid through said pipe, said shearable member (293) lands on said landing seat (294), a pressure increase is noted on said pressure gauge, said dart (280) shearing away from said shearable member (293), indicating that a fixed quantity of fluid is now left in said pipe to be ejected. A liner is also disclosed which comprises at least one of a float collar and a float shoe mounted therein, characterised in that said liner is further provided with a closure member (291) which, in use, on withdrawal of a stinger (259), closes.
Patent CA-2285793-C (CA)
Inventor: TOKUDA NOBUYUKI
IPC: H01M8/04
Filed: 1999-10-13
Granted: 2005-01-04
Abstract: An electrolyte tank which allows effective use of existing space of various shapes is provided. An electrolyte tank is formed by laminating one or more layers of coated fabric provided by coating a woven fabric of organic fiber with rubber or plastic a nd processing the laminated coated fabric to a bag-shape.
Patent CA-2287258-C (CA)
Title: System and method for demand-driven loading of rules in a firewall
Inventor: VRSALOVIC DALIBOR
IPC: H04L29/06
Filed: 1999-10-22
Granted: 2004-08-10
Abstract: A system and method for loading a filtering rule at a firewall. A firewall receives a packet and determines if a rule that pertains to the packet is loaded at the firewall. If a pertinent rule is found, it is implemented and the action prescribed by the rule for the packet is performed. If no pertinent rule is found, then a pertinent rule is retrieved from a source external to the firewall, and loaded at the firewall.  The rule is then implemented for the packet. After the rule expires, e.g., when the user logs off, the rule is deleted from the firewall.
Patent CA-2290049-C (CA)
Inventor: TAKAHASHI KOHZO
IPC: B32B27/36
Filed: 1999-11-18
Granted: 2008-12-09
Abstract: A formable biaxially-oriented polyester film has a difference of not more than about 0.007 between the maximum and minimum values of face orientation coefficient as determined in a 20 square cm region of the film, and an average face orientation coefficient of about 0.11 to 0.15 as determined in such film region.
Patent CA-2290760-C (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for laser removal of hair
Inventor: VASILY DAVID B
IPC: A45D26/00
Filed: 1999-11-25
Granted: 2009-05-26
Abstract: A method for removing hairs from living skin is provided which includes steps of measuring with a colorimeter the color of the area of the skin where the hair is to be removed to obtain a color value, employing the color value to select an optimum range of laser energy necessary to kill hair follicles in the area yet minimize inflammatory reaction, and directing the laser energy of the optimum range at the skin area.
Patent CA-2291067-C (CA)
Title: Method for the preparation of citalopram
Inventor: PETERSEN HANS
IPC: C07C229/38
Filed: 1998-03-03
Granted: 2002-07-30
Abstract: A method for the preparation of citalopram comprising the steps of reacting a compound of Formula (IV) wherein R1 is C1-6 alkyl and X is O or NH, successively with a Grignard reagent of 4-halogen-fluorophenyl and a Grignar d reagent of 3-halogen-N,N-dimethyl-propylamine, respectively, effecting ringclosure of the resulting compound of Formula (V) wherein R1 and X are as  defined above, and converting the resulting 1,3-dihydroisobenzofuran compoun d to the corresponding 5-cyano derivative, i.e. citalopram.
Patent CA-2292865-C (CA)
Inventor: BELIVEAU JEAN-LOUIS
IPC: E04B2/86
Filed: 1999-12-22
Granted: 2005-04-12
Abstract: A connector for tying together opposed foam panels in spaced and parall el relationship to make a form for receiving flowable material is disclosed. Th e connector comprises a pair of anchor members, one being devised to be embedded in one of the foam panels and the other being devised to be embedded in the other one of the foam panels. Each of these anchor members has a projecting end devised to come out of the foam panel once the anchor member is embedded therein. The connector further comprises a web member extending between the foam panels. The web member has opposite longitudinal side ends, each of the side ends being hingedly connectable to the projectin g end of either one of the anchor members. Thanks to such a connector, the tie d foam panels of the form wall assembly are movable between an extended position where the foam panels are spaced-apart to make the form and a collapsed position where the foam panels are brought close to each other for transportation purposes. Advantageously, a wall form made using such connectors can be pre-assembled at the factory and is as easy to ship to the site of construction as disassembled wall forms.
Patent CA-2296227-C (CA)
Title: Dental materials based on polysiloxanes
Inventor: VOLKEL THOMAS
IPC: A61K6/896
Filed: 2000-01-19
Granted: 2003-06-17
Abstract: The invention relates to dental materials which contain at least one polysiloxane based on one or several silanes according to formula (I) [(W q-R6-Z)p -R3]m Y-R2-SiX n R 1 3-n  Formula (I) in which X stands for a halogen atom, a hydroxyl, alkoxy and/or acyloxy group; n is equal to 1 to 3, R1 stands for an alkyl, alkenyl, aryl, alkylaryl, arylalkyl group; R2 stands for an alkylene group; R3 stands for a p-time substituted, straight, branched or cyclic, saturated or unsaturated, aromatic or aliphatic organic radical with 2 to 40 carbon atoms and optionally 1 to 6 heteroatoms; R6 stands for a q-times substituted, straight, branched or cyclic organic radical with 1 to 20 carbon atoms or is absent; p is equal to 1 to 6; q is equal to 1 to 6; Y stands for -NR4-, N or -(C=O)-NH-;  m is equal to 2 for Y = N and equal to 1 for Y = -NR4-, or -(C=O)-NH-; R4 stands for an alkyl or aryl group; Z stands for O, S, -(C=O)-O-, -(C=O)-NH-, -O-(C=O)-NH- or is absent; W stands for CH2=CR5-(C=O)-O-; and R5 stands for a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group and optionally one or several further hydrolytically condensable compounds of silicon, aluminium, zirconium, titanium, boron, tin, vanadium and/or phosphorus.
Patent CA-2297408-C (CA)
Title: Mimotopes of hypervariable region 1 of the e2 glycoprotein of hcv and uses thereof
Inventor: NICOSIA ALFREDO
IPC: A61K38/00
Filed: 1999-05-14
Granted: 2011-06-21
Abstract: Peptides which are mimotopes of the hypervariable region 1 (HVR1) of the putative envelope protein E2 of hepatitis C virus (HCV) are provided, useful in obtaining antibodies and raising an immune response cross-reactive against different strains of HCV.
Patent CA-2304411-C (CA)
Title: Steering ski for snow vehicles
Inventor: NAKANO TAKUJI
IPC: B62D15/00
Filed: 2000-04-04
Granted: 2007-07-03
Abstract: A steering ski for a snowmobile is disclosed. The steering ski comprises a ski body and a wear bar connected to a ski bracket. The ski bracket is used to attach the ski to the balance of the snowmobile. The ski body also receives a reinforcing member that reinforces a portion of the ski body which is curved upwardly. Reinforcing ribs travel along the length of the ski body on an upper portion of the ski body. The sole of the ski body or lower surface includes a keel that expand in width from a forward-most portion and then decreases in width rearward of a juncture between a snow contacting portion of the ski body and the upwardly-extending portion of the ski body. A wear bar is positioned along the keel and depends below a lowermost portion of the keel rearward of the widest portion of the keel. The wear bar extends into the ski body through a forward aperture and a rearward aperture. The rearward aperture is sized and configured to allow ice chips to be passed through the ski body and slung upward to cool various components of the snowmobile.
Patent CA-2305039-C (CA)
Title: Access valve devices, their use in separation apparatus, and corresponding methods
Inventor: DAVIS JOHN
IPC: B01D15/08
Filed: 1995-10-03
Granted: 2002-02-12
Abstract: The chromatography apparatus comprises a column housing with a housing wall defining an enclosed bed space which in use contains a bed of packing material, and an access valve installed in the housing wall through which such packing material is packed into the bed space, said access valve controlling first and second fluid flow conduits which communicate into the bed space through it, said conduits having respective exterior connections outside the column housing and respective interior openings which open into the bed space in an open condition of the access valve. The valve is adjustable to a closed condition in which it isolates both the first and second conduits from the bed space but puts the first and second conduits into fluid communication with one another creating a continuous cleaning path isolated from the bed space.
Patent CA-2312605-C (CA)
Inventor: CHRISTOPOULOUS GEORGE
IPC: E06B9/01
Filed: 2000-06-23
Granted: 2001-12-04
Abstract: A gate for sliding windows or doors in a frame is provided. The gate provides two gate elements. The first element is attached to the window frame. The second element is attached to the sliding window. The two elements are coupled together to allow each element to slide across the other. The elements are positioned in the frame to create a barrier in a space created when a window is slid to an open position.
Patent CA-2321169-C (CA)
Inventor: JONES J BRYAN
IPC: C12N9/80
Filed: 1999-01-21
Granted: 2011-08-02
Abstract: La présente invention concerne des enzymes modifiées, un ou plusieurs restes d'acides aminés issus d'une enzyme étant remplacés par des restes de cystéine. Dans ces enzymes, certains des restes de cystéine au moins sont modifiés en remplaçant un hydrogène du thiol dans le reste de cystéine par une chaîne latérale thiolique pour former une enzyme modifiée, l'enzyme modifiée présentant une grande activité estérasique et une faible activité amidasique. L'invention concerne également un procédé permettant de produire ces enzymes modifiées. La présente invention concerne enfin un procédé d'utilisation des enzymes dans la synthèse peptidique.
Patent CA-2321455-C (CA)
Title: Indole-3-propionic acids, salts and esters thereof used as medicaments
Inventor: PAPPOLLA MIGUEL A
IPC: A61K31/403
Filed: 1999-02-23
Granted: 2010-10-19
Abstract: The cytotoxic effects of amyloid beta protein on cells are prevented by contacting the cells with an effective amount of an indole-3-propionic acid or a salt or ester thereof. Furthermore, a fibrillogenic disease can be treated in a human subject by administering to the human subject an amount of an indole-3-propionic acid or a salt or ester thereof effective to prevent or reverse fibrillogenesis. Oxidation in a biological sample can be decreased by contacting the biological sample with an effective amount of an indole-3-propionic acid or a salt or ester thereof. Additionally, diseases or other conditions where free radicals and/or oxidative stress play a role can be treated by administering an effective amount of an indole-3-propionic acid or a salt or ester thereof.
Patent CA-2321616-C (CA)
Title: Bougie d'allumage a caracteristiques de fonctionnement ameliorees
Inventor: GARRETT NORMAN H III
IPC: H01T13/20
Filed: 1999-03-02
Granted: 2008-02-05
Abstract: Bougies d'allumage destinées à allumer la charge de carburant dans un moteur à combustion interne, en particulier bougie d'allumage à conception améliorée qui améliore la pression de combustion et la consommation de carburant et diminue la pollution par les gaz d'échappement, par rapport aux bougies connues de l'art antérieur.
Patent CA-2322280-C (CA)
Inventor: LEITSCH FERDINAND
IPC: B01F5/04
Filed: 1999-02-26
Granted: 2007-07-10
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing foaming substances, especial ly foaming cement substances, consisting essentially of a starting product (A), especially cement paste, and a foaming agent (18). T he inventive substances are produced in a mixing reactor (4) which is connected to a supply container (1) for the starting product (A) by a feed pump (3). A product flow (B) taken from the mixing reactor (4) is conveyed to the supply container (1) in a circuit, the foamin g agent (18) and atmospheric air being added and said supply container (1) being kept at a minimum level. After a mixing phase, a sub-flo w (C) is taken from the product flow (B) for processing.
Patent CA-2322579-C (CA)
Title: Compositions ophtalmiques gelifiantes, contenant de la gomme de xanthanne
Inventor: BAWA RAJAN
IPC: A61K47/36
Filed: 1999-03-26
Granted: 2001-08-28
Abstract: Cette invention se rapporte à des excipients d'apport de médicaments ophtalmiques, qui peuvent être administrés sous la forme d'un liquide et qui se transforment en gel lors de leur contact avec l'oeil. Ces excipients contiennent de la gomme de xanthanne.