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Patent CA-2621013-A1 (CA)
Title: A modified process for hydrocarbon recovery using in situ combustion
Inventor: BLOOMER CHRIS
IPC: E21B43/243
Filed: 2008-02-13
Abstract: A modified method of in situ recovery of hydrocarbon from an underground hydrocarbon-containing formation. An "L" shaped production well, having a vertical upper section, and a lower horizontally-extending leg which is positioned low in the hydrocarbon formation, is provided. The horizontal leg connects to the vertical section of the production well at a heel portion and has a toe portion at an opposite end thereof. An oxidizing gas is injected into the formation proximate the vertical section of the production well. A vertical combustion front is created which is caused to sweep outwardly therefrom and laterally within the formation above the horizontal leg, from the heel to the toe of the horizontal leg, causing hydrocarbons in the formation above the horizontal leg to be upgraded and liquify, and thereafter to drain downwardly into the horizontal leg which is permeable, where such liquified hydrocarbons are then delivered to surface via production tubing. A non-oxidizing gas is injected into the heel portion of the horizontal leg via injection tubing contained within the vertical section of the production well. Benefits of the modified method of in situ recovery include decreased costs and lessened environmental impact.
Patent CA-2621805-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PATEL LEENA BHARAT KUMAR
IPC: C07D213/76
Filed: 2006-09-11
Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I), or pharmaceutically acceptable salts or solvates thereof, methods for their preparation, methods for their use, and pharmaceutical formulations comprising them.
Patent CA-2622042-A1 (CA)
Title: Tissue inhibitor of metalloproteinases (timp) linked to glycosylphosphatidylinositol (gpi) -anchors for treatment of cancer and skin lesions
Inventor: HUSS RALF
IPC: C12N15/62
Filed: 2006-09-20
Abstract: The present invention relates to fusion constructs of glycosylphosphatidylinositol (GPI)- anchored tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs) and their use for the treatment of cancer and in regenerative medicine. By this approach, the GPI-anchored TIMP proteins are incorporated into the surface membrane of tumor cells and render tumor cells sensitive to FAS-induced apoptosis. Furthermore, the fusion constructs of the present invention are effective agents useful in wound healing applications.  In one embodiment, the TIMP is linked to mucin followed by GPI in order to enhance surface presentation. The use of GPI to link TIMP renders the resulting fusion protein particularly useful as an anti-cancer agent for the treatment of cancer, and, in particular, any residual cancer following an incomplete surgical resection of primary tumors in an individual.
Patent CA-2623416-A1 (CA)
Title: Beam for a drywall ceiling soffit
Inventor: PLATT WILLIAM J
IPC: E04B9/24
Filed: 2008-02-29
Abstract: A straight rollformed beam made for use in a suspended horizontal drywall ceiling is modified so that it can be used in a drywall ceiling underhang known as a drywall ceiling soffit. The beam is made with repetitive configurations along the length of the beam that are selectively cut, in the field, so that the beam can be bent to, and then fixed at, a desired angle. Drywall panels are secured to a plurality of such beams that form a framework for the soffit.
Patent CA-2623647-A1 (CA)
Title: Multiple financial institution automated teller machine apparatus, system and method for using same
Inventor: GARDNER DANIEL C
IPC: G07D11/00
Filed: 2006-09-20
Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for providing to a network of ATMs (10) the ability to transact business in connection with several financial institutions (30, 40) using each financial institution's display interfaces (34, 44), and optionally provides for advertising and promotional materials (32, 42)) associated with each financial institution targeted to a specific user. The ATM platform is capable of delivering the same look, feel and functionality of each participating financial institutions through a single ATM, which allows for a financial institution to increase brand recognition, maintain customer loyalty and prevent market share loss.
Patent CA-2624994-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MOGIL MELVIN SHELDON
IPC: A47J41/00
Filed: 1998-11-25
Abstract: A portable soft sided insulated container has an impermeable liner that provides a liquid holding barrier. The liner is folded from a single monolithic plastic sheet to reduce or eliminate the need for heat welded seams. The liner seats within the container and has a releasable attachment around its lip for mating with the rim of the container. The container has an insulated lid so that the entire assembly may be closed. The liner can be removed for cleaning, or replacement if punctured. When not in use the entire assembly can be folded into a collapsed position for storage.
Patent CA-2625040-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NOURRY JEAN-FRANCOIS
IPC: G05G9/047
Filed: 2008-03-10
Abstract: The invention relates to a multidirectional control unit (10) comprising a lower body (12) of main axis (A), an intermediate part (26) which is mounted to move relative to the body (12) in a radial plane, radial displacement guidance means (40) for the intermediate part (26), a handle (54) of secondary axis B, which is supported by the intermediate part (26) and which is linked to it in radial displacement, between a neutral central position and a plurality of radial actuation positions, the handle (54) being mounted to slide axially on the secondary axis B, between a top idle axial position and a bottom active axial position, at least one electrical switch (92a, 92b) which is able to change state when the handle (54) is displaced towards its bottom active axial position, an elastically deformable bar (82) cooperating with the handle (54), and which supports at least one strain gauge (88a, 88b, 88c, 88d) able to produce an electrical signal representative of said radial displacement of the handle (54), the handle (54) being mounted to rotate freely, about the secondary axis B, relative to the body (12) of the multidirectional control unit (10).
Patent CA-2627072-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KAWAGUCHI DEAN
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2006-11-02
Abstract: Described is a system and method for managing multi-channel communication. The system includes a plurality of wireless devices communicating by utilizing at least one wireless communications channels. A network management arrangement controls allocation of the wireless communications channels and divides the wireless channels into a first channel pool and a second channel pool. The second pool including at least one channel. The arrangement utilizes the second pool only upon detection of a predetermined condition.
Patent CA-2627128-A1 (CA)
Title: Grinding or polishing disc having a threaded insert
Inventor: EISENBLAETTER GERD
IPC: B24D7/16
Filed: 2008-03-27
Abstract: The grinding or polishing disc according to the invention has a through- opening in which a threaded insert is inserted via a press fit. The threaded insert has an inne r thread as a through--thread for receiving the spindle of a drive motor. The joined threaded insert eliminates the need for a clamping nut or for the production of an inner thread in the carrier disc of the grinding or polishing disc.
Patent CA-2629225-A1 (CA)
Title: Orthopedic implant assembly
Inventor: TALABER DAVID J
IPC: A61F2/00
Filed: 2000-07-06
Abstract: An orthopedic implant assembly, comprising a bone stabilizing member having a bore which has an anterior bore portion with a first opening, a posterior bore portion with a second opening smaller than the first opening, and a transverse passageway extending from the first opening to the second opening; a stopping member having a passageway therethrough at the anterior portion of the bore; and a securing member having an elongated body and an integral head at one end of the body, the head having a maximum dimension greater than the passageway through the stopping member and greater than the second opening in the stabilizing member, so that the head is retained within the posterior bore portion of the stabilizing member; wherein the securing member is prevented from backing out of the bone by the interaction of the head and the stopping member, and one of the following configurations: (i) the stopping member's passageway being reversibly enlargeable from a first configuration to a second larger configuration that is greater than the maximum dimension of the head of the securing element, and is biased to the first configuration, the head of the securing member configured to contact the stopping member and expand the passageway therethrough as the integral head is displaced posteriorly through the passageway of the stopping member; or (ii) the head of the securing member has a part which is at least in part reversibly compressible from a first integral head configuration with a first transverse dimension to a second integral head configuration with a second smaller transverse dimension that is less than the smallest configuration of the passageway through the stopping member, and the compressible part of the head is biased towards the first head configuration, the head of the securing member being configured to contact the stopping member so as to compress the compressible part of the head of the securing member to its second configuration as the integral head is displaced posteriorly through the passageway of the stopping member; whereby the assembly can be attached to the bone with a single motion of advancing the securing member through the stopping member passageway and into the bone.
Patent CA-2633687-A1 (CA)
Title: Auto-aligning ablating device and method of use
Inventor: GERBERDING BRENT
IPC: A61B18/14
Filed: 2006-12-20
Abstract: An ablation device and methods for use thereof including a support structure adapted to support an ablation structure within an alimentary tract of a patient are provided. The support structure includes a longitudinal support with a longitudinal axis and a rotational support. The rotational support is adapted to permit at least part of the ablation structure to rotate with respect to the longitudinal support's longitudinal axis.
Patent CA-2633696-A1 (CA)
Title: Polyelectrolyte multilayer films at liquid-liquid interfaces and methods for providing and using same
Inventor: CADWELL KATIE D
IPC: B32B33/00
Filed: 2006-07-10
Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods for providing a polyelectrolyte multilayer film at a liquid-liquid interface. Such methods include steps of sequentially-depositing layers of cationic and anionic polyelectrolytes at a liquid- liquid interface that is formed between immiscible first and second liquids whereby a polyelectrolyte multilayer film is provided at the liquid-liquid interface. In certain preferred embodiments, the first liquid is an aqueous solution and the second liquid is a liquid crystal.  In alternative embodiments, the first liquid is an aqueous solution and the second liquid is an oil. The invention further encompasses polyelectrolyte multilayer films provided by the disclosed methods as well as applications utilizing such materials.
Patent CA-2634132-A1 (CA)
Inventor: O'SULLIVAN DONAGH
IPC: A61F5/00
Filed: 2006-12-21
Abstract: An apparatus and method comprising at least one intragastric member made of a digestive-resistant or substantially indigestible material that is introduced into a bag located in the gastric lumen of a mammal for the treatment of obesity. One or more intragastric members are loaded into a delivery tube in partially compacted first configuration and delivered to an overtube. The overtu includes a proximal end, a distal end and a lumen configured to receive the intragastric members in the first configuration for delivery to the bag located in t gastric lumen wherein the intragastric member is expanded to a second configuration. The apparatus further comprises a constraining element engaged with the bag to secure the intragastric member upon delivery into the gastric lumen.
Patent CA-2634541-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SHARIFI-MEHR AMIR ALI
IPC: A61B17/58
Filed: 2007-01-22
Abstract: A spinal rod coupler (10) used for joining spinal rods in a parallel fashion.  The coupler is adapted to join rods of different thicknesses or flexibilities while occupying a minimal amount of volume inside a patient . The coupler preferably has a V-shaped channel (20) adapted to receive the spinal rods such that the spinal rods make a line contact with the V-shaped channel at two points in cross section. The coupler also has at least one blocker (50) adapted to exert force against the spinal rod or rods in order to hold the spinal rod in the coupler.
Patent CA-2635934-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SOUTER PHILIP FRANK
IPC: C11D3/386
Filed: 2007-01-22
Abstract: This invention relates to compositions comprising certain lipase variants and a fabric hueing agent and processes for making and using such compositions.  Including the use of such compositions to clean and/or treat a situs.
Patent CA-2636585-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KOERNER DENNIS W
IPC: E02B11/00
Filed: 2007-01-05
Abstract: Drainage units and methods of their manufacture, the drainage units (20) comprising lightweight aggregate (21) held within a sleeve (22) having an exterior surface with at least a portion of exterior surface comprising a barrier material (28) substantially impervious to solids.
Patent CA-2638805-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PAREDES ROSA MERCEDES
IPC: A61K8/06
Filed: 2008-08-18
Abstract: This invention relates to rinse-off skin conditioning compositions comprising relatively low amounts of oil/emollient and relatively low amounts of aqueous phase stabilizer/structurant. Use of unsaturated fatty acid (or at least minimum amount of unsaturated fatty acid as percentage of total fatty acid) has been found to result in unexpectedly high hydration. In a second embodiment, use of branched fatty acid (at minimum amount branched as percentage of total) also results in superior hydration.  Also mixtures of unsaturated and branched fatty acids can be used.   In a second embodiment, the invention relates to method of enhancing hydration using compositions as noted.
Patent CA-2641732-A1 (CA)
Title: Harvesting corn cobs
Inventor: MAYERLE DEAN
IPC: A01D90/02
Filed: 2008-10-15
Abstract: A cart is towed behind a combine harvester for collecting corn cobs and includes a conveyer belt feeding into a system for separating cobs from residue to be discharged and a tank for receiving and transporting the cobs. An unload auger is provided from the tank to one side of the cart while the cart moves forward. Power for driving the cart is obtained from a chopper drive of the combine harvester. The separating arrangement includes a series of sequential blower fans for blowing air through the discharged material as it is discharged from a conveyor and into a spreading guide disperses the residue. The cobs are conveyed using a series of augers where the auger to flight distance is at least 2 inches and particularly a pair of augers feed the cobs through a front wall of the tank so as to push cobs upwardly into the tank.
Patent CA-2644150-A1 (CA)
Title: Aqueous dispersions for use as toners
Inventor: HILL ALASTAIR STEWART
IPC: G03G9/087
Filed: 2007-03-02
Abstract: A compound that includes an aqueous dispersion, wherein the dispersion includes a thermoplastic resin and at least one stabilizing agent,' and at least one selected from the group consisting of a colorant and a magnetic pigment, wherein the dispersion has an average volume diameter particle size from about 0.05 to about 10 microns is described.
Patent CA-2646255-A1 (CA)
Title: High delivery rates for lipid based drug formulations, and methods of treatment thereof
Inventor: MALININ VLADIMIR
IPC: A61K9/127
Filed: 2007-04-03
Abstract: Provided is a method of preparing lipid based drug formulations with low lipid/drug ratios using coacervation techniques. Also provided are methods of delivering such lipid based drug formulations at high delivery rates, and methods of treating patients with pulmonary diseases comprising administering such lipid based drug formulations.
Patent CA-2646532-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JAHROMI SHAHAB
IPC: D21H23/72
Filed: 2007-04-03
Abstract: The invention relates to paper substrates comprising vapor deposited triazine, the amount of crystalline triazine being about g/m2 or higher, and about 100 g/m2 or lower. The invention also relates to a process for making a laminate comprising at least one cured layer of melamine-formaldehyde resin and a paper, wherein a) triazine is deposited on paper with vapor deposition, to obtain a paper substrate comprising vapor deposited triazine, b) the triazine-deposited paper is either impregnated with a formaldehyde solution, or a melamine formaldehyde resin having an F/M ratio of 1.5 or higher, or the triazine-deposited paper is laid adjacent to an impregnated sheet with a melamine formaldehyde resin having an F/M ratio of 1.5 or higher, or b') one or more layers of said triazine-deposited paper are laid in a press, together with one or more other layers to have a stack of papers, and formaldehyde is injected into the press c) in such amounts that the composite F/M ratio is 1.6 or lower d) submitting the paper with one or more other layers to pressure and/or sufficient temperature to cure the triazine and resin.
Patent CA-2649115-A1 (CA)
Title: Processes for the preparation of r-(+)-3-(carbamoyl methyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid and salts thereof
Inventor: AVHAR-MAYDAN SHARON
IPC: C07C231/02
Filed: 2007-05-24
Abstract: Provided are processes for the synthesis of R-(+)-3-(carbamoylmethyl)-5-methylhexanoic acid and salts thereof, intermediates in the synthesis of S-pregabalin.
Patent CA-2650106-A1 (CA)
Title: A method and apparatus for post-mold cooling a molded article
Inventor: NIEWELS JOACHIM JOHANNES
IPC: B29C45/78
Filed: 2007-05-31
Abstract: In a traditional blow molding apparatus problems associated with cooling molded articles may include localized sink marks and ovality. Disclosed is a method, molding machine and computer-readable product for post-mold cooling a molded article (2), comprising balancing cooling rates during the post-mold cooling so that the molded article (2) reaches a target exit temperature at a point of time that substantially coincides with a point of time when the molded article (2) is removed from post-mold cooling.
Patent CA-2651541-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BLUM RONALD D
IPC: G02C1/00
Filed: 2007-05-01
Abstract: A nose bridge (103) for a fashion spectacle lens frame adapted for housing electro-active lenses (105) is presented. The nose bridge may include a body (202) which may further include electronic components. The nose bridge may further include a connecting element (207) for connecting the electronic components with the electro-active lenses for altering optical properties of the electro-active lenses. The nose bridge may be adapted to fit a variety of frame sizes, shapes, an styles as well as lenses of a variety of sizes and shapes.
Patent CA-2652702-A1 (CA)
Title: Artificial firelog using oil and/or fat-retaining materials
Inventor: ZACHARY ALAN
IPC: C10L5/44
Filed: 2007-12-19
Abstract: An artificial firelog according to the present invention may comprise as constituents a combustible cellulosic or fiber material, a non-absorbent combustible oil- and/or fat- retaining material, and a combustible binder/fuel or wax in appropriate proportions. A combustible binding agent may be also be added as an additional constituent material to allow a further reduction of the combustible wax component. Certain naturally occurring agricultural by products and synthetic filter materials contain oils and/or fats that provide increased BTU value beyond the cellulosic or mineral components of the material. When these oil- and/or fat- retaining materials added to a blend of firelog material, the non-absorbent properties and additional BTU content of these alternative raw materials allow the amount of higher BTU wax material to be reduced without a dramatic reduction in fuel content in the finished mixture. The non-absorbent oil- and/or fat-retaining materials are significantly less expensive per mass than petroleum wax, and substituting these materials for more costly types of wax reduces cost without degrading the performance of the final firelog product.
Patent CA-2654126-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BECKMANN WOLFGANG
IPC: C07J1/00
Filed: 2007-05-31
Abstract: The present invention relates to crystalline forms of 11 ß-(4-acetylphenyl)-20,20,21,21,21-pentafluor-17-hydroxy-19-nor-17.alpha.-pregna-4,9-dien-3-one. In particular, the invention relates to two crystalline ansolvate/anhydrate forms of this compound, polymorphs I and II. However, the present invention also relates to crystalline solvates, for example, methanol and ethanol solvates of 11 ß-(4-acetylphenyl)- 20,20,21,21,21-pentafluor-17-hydroxy-19-nor-17.alpha.-pregna-4,9-dien-3-one, as precursors for the preparation of these two polymorphs I and II. Processes are described for the preparation of polymorph I by means of displacement crystallization or by means of extraction. The choice of the last solvent, before the ansolvate formation can take place, on the basis of the differences in the purification ratios of the individual solvates of 11 ß-(4-acetylphenyl)-20,20,21,21,21-pentafluor-17-hydroxy-19-nor-17.alpha.-pregna-4,9-dien-3-one is described. Polymorph I, according to the invention, is particularly suitable for the preparation of drugs.
Patent CA-2654907-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BROWN HILBERT D
IPC: A61B1/005
Filed: 2007-06-11
Abstract: An apparatus (110) cooperable with a grasping slot of an elevator for an endoscope is disclosed. The apparatus comprises an expandable balloon (112) disposable through the endoscope for dilitating a stricture in the body duct. The apparatus further comprises a catheter (120) disposable about the expandable balloon and through the endoscope. The catheter comprises proximal and distal portions along a longitudinal axis thereof. At least the proximal portion comprises a splittable portion formed therealong to define first and second sections separable from each other for securing the catheter while protecting and maintaining the expandable balloon at the stricture.
Patent CA-2656444-A1 (CA)
Inventor: METALLINOS COSTA
IPC: C07F17/02
Filed: 2009-02-27
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method for preparing an ortho-substituted aminoferrocene comprising reacting an aminoferrocene with a Lewis acid and a lithiating reagent in the presence of an electrophile to form the ortho-substituted aminoferrocene.
Patent CA-2657948-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VAN EPPS DENNIS
IPC: A61K38/39
Filed: 2007-06-13
Abstract: The invention provides peptide antagonists, such as synthetic collagen peptides comprising a cryptic collagen epitope. The invention provides antibody antagonists, or functional fragments thereof, that preferentially bind to denatured extracellular matrix components comprising these cryptic epitopes. It additionally provides methods for using the antagonists for inhibiting angiogenesis, tumor metastasis, and other tumor developmental processes, including cell migration, cell adhesion, cell proliferation, and tumor growth and for treating angiogenesis-dependent conditions or collagen-dependent conditions. The application also provides for use of the antagonists as a vaccine for inducing an immune response, immune focusing and induction of antibody responses.
Patent CA-2658716-A1 (CA)
Title: An improved lever bar
Inventor: LACHANCE ERIC
IPC: B66F15/00
Filed: 2009-03-19
Abstract: An improved lever bar has an elongated shaft having two opposite distal ends.  The first of the two opposite distal ends includes a crescent shaped portion having opposite end portions, both of the crescent opposite end portions respectively include flattened, clawed portions; and the second of the two opposite distal ends includes a flattened, pointed portion.