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Patent AU-754548-B2 (AU)
Title: Method and device for forming metals
Inventor: ZELLER WALTER
IPC: B21K21/12
Filed: 2000-02-01
Granted: 2002-11-21
Abstract: The deforming process involves clamping the metal part (2) in a clamping device (4) to form a forging cavity (13) in the swage (5) with the part clamped to take forging forces directly; applying a forging hammer (7) to force metal into the forging cavity, exerting pressure on the hammer so that the mechanical stress is within the Hooke elastic region, applying a pulse with the hammer so that the metal passes into the flowing region and repeating the last two stages.
Patent AU-749625-B2 (AU)
Title: Oral delivery of nucleic acid vaccines by particulate complexes
Inventor: ROY KRISHNENDU
IPC: A61K47/48
Filed: 1999-01-15
Granted: 2002-06-27
Abstract: Nanoparticle coacervates of nucleic acids and polycations serve as effective vaccines when administered orally. They can induce immunity to a variety of disease causing agents and raise a protective response to allergens.
Patent AU-766073-B2 (AU)
Title: Fertiliser
Inventor: WILLIAMS RICHARD HENRY
IPC: C05G3/60
Filed: 2000-02-07
Granted: 2003-10-09
Abstract: The present invention provides a liquid fertilizer comprising a mixture of a salt of phosphorous acid together with either a thiosulphate such as ammonium or potassium thiosulphate and/or a salt of salicylic acid or salicyle amide. The use of this combination as a foliar spray, soil drench or irrigation component produces a greater fertilizer effect (on plant vigour and growth) and greater resistance to or control of parasitic fungal diseases, than each of the components applied individually or any combination of just two components.
Patent AU-618035-B2 (AU)
Title: A method for the selective cleavage of fusion proteins
Inventor: DORSCHUG MICHAEL
IPC: C12P21/02
Filed: 1988-11-18
Granted: 1991-12-12
Abstract: Polypeptides or proteins are prepared by enzymatic cleavage of the oligo- or polyglycine sequence of a fusion protein by means of endoprotease.
Patent AU-574352-B2 (AU)
Title: Polycarbosilane and silicon carbide
Inventor: SCHILLING CURTIS LOUIS JR
IPC: C04B35/00
Filed: 1984-03-29
Granted: 1988-07-07
Abstract: A branched hydrosilyl-modified polycarbosilane which can be pyrolized to obtain improved yields of silicon carbide. This branched hydrosilyl-modified polycarbosilane can be prepared in a one-step reaction from mixtures of silane monomers containing vinyl or halomethyl moieties with silane monomers containing hydrosilyl groups.
Patent AU-596037-B2 (AU)
Title: Discrete glass cutting and edge shaping
Inventor: MOULY RAYMOND JULES
IPC: C03B21/02
Filed: 1988-12-22
Granted: 1990-04-12
Abstract: Glass shapes and sheets are cut directly from a heated glass ribbon while maintaining the optical quality of the cut glass. A float glass ribbon is removed from a glass forming chamber and prior to annealing, a line of cut is heated to its softening temperature. A blade arrangement thereafter penetrates the glass along the heated line of cut to sever the glass. The cut glass edge is shaped after cutting while the edge is still at the softening temperature. During the line heating and cutting operation, the overall glass temperature is maintained above the strain point of the glass.
Patent AU-666685-B2 (AU)
Title: A decoding device in TV-systems
Inventor: KALLSTROM ULF
IPC: H04N7/173
Filed: 1992-09-30
Granted: 1996-02-22
Abstract: PCT No. PCT/SE92/00685 Sec. 371 Date Apr. 29, 1994 Sec. 102(e) Date Apr. 29, 1994 PCT Filed Sep. 30, 1992 PCT Pub. No. WO93/11642 PCT Pub. Date Jun. 10, 1993.A decoding device for use in television systems having coded channels includes a tap and decoding blocks arranged in parallel for simultaneously decoding a plurality of channels. The decoding device may include a remote control to enable the remote control of the decoding blocks.
Patent AU-697417-B2 (AU)
Title: Additive for diagnostic tests for determination of the coagulability of blood, method of reducing the influencing of diagnostic tests by heparin and the use of metal salts for these purposes
Inventor: FICKENSCHER KARL
IPC: C12Q1/56
Filed: 1995-08-18
Granted: 1998-10-08
Abstract: Additives for blood clotting tests comprise ≥ 1 metal salt whose metal ion forms a complex with heparin. Also claimed is a method for reducing the influence of heparin on a diagnostic test, comprising introducing an additive as above into ≥ 1 reagent in the test kit or including it separately in the kit.
Patent AU-615518-B2 (AU)
Title: Curved triple-pane glazing
Inventor: VINCENT STEVE M
IPC: E06B3/26
Filed: 1989-01-11
Granted: 1991-10-03
Abstract: Curved, insulated glazing structures and their preparation are disclosed. The glazing structures comprise two rigid outer surfaces (generally glass) and a suspended inner film surface parallel to the outer surfaces. The inner film is adhered to the outer surfaces only on its curved edges-its straight edges being unattached. The inner film is generally heat shrunk in the direction parallel to the straight edges and preferably carries a heat reflective coating.
Patent AU-613157-B2 (AU)
Title: A method for immobilizing a polypeptide in a polymer and a membrane produced thereby
Inventor: EGE HENRIK
IPC: G01N27/327
Filed: 1989-02-03
Granted: 1991-07-25
Abstract: PCT No. PCT/DK89/00019 Sec. 371 Date Sep. 5, 1990 Sec. 102(e) Date Sep. 5, 1990 PCT Filed Feb. 3, 1989 PCT Pub. No. WO89/07139 PCT Pub. Date Aug. 10, 1989.The present invention relates generally to the immobilization or incorporation of polypeptides, especially enzymes or other bioactive polypeptides into polymeric matrixes, especially polyurethane, membranes produced by said polymers, and the utilization of such membranes in biosensors. A preferred type of biosensor is the needle sensor designed for in vivo monitoring of glucose which comprises a core platinum anode (2) coated with an insulating lacquer (3), the anode (2) is situated inside a stainless steel reference cathode (4) which is insulated from the anode (2) by a layer of epoxy resin (5) At one end, of the tip, the electrode (1) has a detection surface (6) which is in an acute angle to the general direction of the electrode (1). At the other end, the base, the electrode (2) is provided with terminals (7) and (8) for the anode (2) and cathode (4), respectively. The terminals (7) and (8) are soldered to leads (9) and (10), respectively, which are connected to instrumentation used when performing measurements.
Patent AU-681573-B2 (AU)
Title: Type I and type II surface antigens associated with (staphylococcus epidermidis)
Inventor: FATTOM ALI IBRAHIM
IPC: C07K14/41
Filed: 1992-11-20
Granted: 1997-09-04
Abstract: A process is disclosed for culturing clinical Staphylococcus epidermidis cells that reproducibly enables identification of a limited number of predominant serotypes. Two predominant serotypes common to most clinical cases of S. epidermidis have been identified and are denoted Type I and Type II. A particular polysaccharide surface antigen is associated with each of the Type I and Type II serotypes. The surface antigens can be used to provide active and passive immunization against S. epidermidis infection and to produce a hyperimmune immunoglobulin or antibodies for treatment of S. epidermidis infection.
Patent AU-762374-B2 (AU)
Title: Imaging method and device using shearing waves
Inventor: FINK MATHIAS
IPC: G01N29/00
Filed: 2000-03-13
Granted: 2003-06-26
Abstract: The invention concerns an image method for observing the propagation of low-frequency shearing pulse wave simultaneously in multiple points of a diffusing viscoelastic medium. The method consists in transmitting at a very high rate ultrasonic compression waves enabling to obtain a succession of images of the medium; then in delayed processing of the resulting images by intercorrelation to determine in each point of each image the movements of the medium while the shearing wave is being propagated.
Patent AU-703169-B2 (AU)
Title: Use of antibodies to block the effects of gram-positive bacteria and mycobacteria
Inventor: ULEVITCH RICHARD J
IPC: A61P31/04
Filed: 1995-09-15
Granted: 1999-03-18
Abstract: The present invention concerns a method of treating bacteremia, sepsis and other forms of toxemia caused by Gram-positive bacteria and mycobacteria comprising administering a therapeutically effective amount of anti-CD14 antibody molecules. A therapeutic composition comprising anti-CD14 antibody molecules in a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient is also contemplated.
Patent AU-625597-B2 (AU)
Title: Method of attaching a drinking straw to a pack and apparatus for carrying out the method
Inventor: HAKANSSON JAN TORSTEN
IPC: B65B61/20
Filed: 1989-06-19
Granted: 1992-07-16
Abstract: An apparatus for delivering in strip form packaged drinking straws, includes a device for severing the strip on a pivotal drum. The severing device pivots to transfer the individual packed straws to a vacuum cylinder, which is intermittently pivotal to pick up the individualized straws from the drum, and transfer the individual straws to a conveyor section. The conveyor section includes a continuous loop of track having an upper linear section of track and a lower linear section of track. A plurality of pressure arms are connected to the track where, each contains a vacuum holding mechanism adjacent to a free end for retaining the individual straws. The vacuum cylinder is mounted to a slide mechanism which is translatory relative to the upper linear section of the continuous track to position the individual packaged straws on the pressure arms of the conveyor mechanism. The pressure arms are pivotally controlled to pick up the individualized straws when the pressure arms are moving along the upper linear section and, when in the lower section of track, to position the straws adjacent to continuously moving containers to which the individualized packaged straws are attached.
Patent AU-726570-B2 (AU)
Title: Method and apparatus for breathing during anesthesia
Inventor: DOWNS JOHN B
IPC: A61M16/00
Filed: 1997-08-27
Granted: 2000-11-09
Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for ventilation of patients during general anesthesia. Breathing gas is supplied to the patient during anesthesia at a controlled volume above the functional residual capacity of the patient's lungs. The patient is allowed to spontaneously respire when the volume of breathing gas is above the functional residual capacity. The pressure of the breathing gas is periodically reduced to facilitate expulsion of carbon dioxide-containing gas from the patient. The system promotes alveolar ventilation, carbon dioxide excretion, oxygenation and respiratory monitoring in patients who receive general anesthesia.
Patent AU-584085-B2 (AU)
Title: Compositions containing heterocyclic corrosion inhibitors
Inventor: BENTLEY ROBERT LEONARD
IPC: C09D5/08
Filed: 1985-05-09
Granted: 1989-05-18
Abstract: New anticorrosive compositions comprise: (A) an applicational medium selected from (a) surface coatings and (b) wholly or partly aqueous non-coating media, (B) as corrosion inhibitor, an effective corrosion-inhibiting amount of at least one aliphatic or cycloaliphatic mono-, di-, tri- or tetra-carboxylic acid ester or anhydride which is substituted in the aliphatic or cycloaliphatic residue by one or more groups having the formula    <IMAGE>  (I)   in which X is oxygen, sulphur or NH; and each R, independently, is hydrogen, alkyl, haloalkyl, alkoxy, alkylthio, alkylsulphonyl, cycloalkyl, phenyl, alkylphenyl, phenylalkyl, halogen, cyano, nitro, hydroxy, -COOH, -COOalkyl or a primary-, secondary- or tertiary amino- or carbamoyl group; or a non-toxic base addition salts of those components (B) which contain free carboxyl group.
Patent AU-734913-B2 (AU)
Title: Electronic smoking system
Inventor: WATKINS MICHAEL L
IPC: A24F40/90
Filed: 1997-10-21
Granted: 2001-06-28
Abstract: A novel photonic-electronic smoking system comprising a cigarette and a photonic operated electronic lighter, together with methodologies of smoking a cigarette, the lighter comprising a receptacle for removably receiving a cigarette; a photonic source; an optical train establishing a plurality of optical pathways from said photonic source to a plurality of locations at the received cigarette; a source of electrical power; a puff sensor responsive to a drawing action upon a cigarette received by said receptacle; and a controller responsive to said puff sensor for controllably communicating said source of electrical power with said photonic source so that upon drawing action upon the received cigarette, the photonic source discharges along said optical pathway to heat a region of said cigarette adjacent at least one of said locations.
Patent AU-701578-B2 (AU)
Title: Immunoglobulins devoid of light chains
Inventor: CASTERMAN CECILE
IPC: C07K1/22
Filed: 1993-08-18
Granted: 1999-02-04
Abstract: The invention relates to an immunoglobulin  characterized in that  it comprises two heavy polypeptide chains sufficient for the formation of a complete antigen binding site or several antigen binding sites, this immunoglobulin being further devoid of light polypeptide chains.
Patent AU-621205-B2 (AU)
Title: An arrangement for continuous induction welding
Inventor: HOLMSTROM GERT
IPC: B29C65/02
Filed: 1990-03-12
Granted: 1992-03-05
Abstract: The invention relates to an arrangement for the continuous carrying out by means of induction heat of a continuous weld along a moving web of laminated packing material (8). The arrangement comprises two similar elongated metal plates (1) with two slots (2, 12). The metal plates (1) are arranged at some distance from one another and are connected electrically to one another and to an a.c. source (10). The laminated packing material (8) which is to be welded together is advanced between the two plates (1). Within the plates (1) pressure rollers (6) are arranged in a recess (5).
Patent AU-585597-B2 (AU)
Title: Growth promoting compositions
Inventor: IVY RICHARD E
IPC: A61K9/22
Filed: 1986-04-11
Granted: 1989-06-22
Abstract: A composition for promoting the growth or feed conversion efficiency of meat-producing animals which contains growth-promoting amounts of growth hormone and a zearalin.
Patent AU-589959-B2 (AU)
Title: Method and compositions for increasing plant growth
Inventor: GILL JASBIR S
IPC: C05G3/00
Filed: 1986-05-01
Granted: 1989-10-26
Abstract: A method of enhancing the efficacy of a phosphate fertilizer and increasing the availability of other soil nutrients comprises adding to the fertilizer a scale-inhibiting compound. 
<??>An improved fertilizing composition comprises a phosphate fertilizer and a scale-inhibiting compound. 
<??>Preferred scale-inhibiting compounds are 1-hydroxyalkylidene-1,1-diphosponic acid, copolymers of acrylic acid and 2-acrylamido-2-methylpropyl sulphonic acid (AMPS) or 2-meth-acrylamidomethylpropyl sulphonic acid (MAMPS) in which the monomer ratio is in the range 1:50 to 50:1 by weight, copolymers of methacrylic acid and AMPS or MAMPS in which the monomer ratio is 50:1 to 1:50 by weight, copolymers of acrylic acid and a hydroxyalkyl acrylate, copolymers of methacrylic acid and hydroxy alkylacrylate, copolymers of acrylic acid and maleic acid or maleic anhydrides, copolymers of methacrylic acid and maleic acid or maleic anhydrides, and other polymers prepared from acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, maleic acid or maleic anhydride, and hydroxyalkyl acrylates, alone or in combination.
Patent AU-633459-B2 (AU)
Title: Novel methylenebisphosphonic acid derivatives
IPC: A61P3/00
Filed: 1990-06-19
Granted: 1993-01-28
Abstract: PCT No. PCT/FI90/00163 Sec. 371 Date Feb. 3, 1992 Sec. 102(e) Date Feb. 3, 1992 PCT Filed Jun. 19, 1990 PCT Pub. No. WO90/15806 PCT Pub. Date Dec. 27, 1990.Novel pharmaceutically active bisphosphonic acid derivatives of formula (I), in which R1, R2, R3 and R4 independently are C1-C22 -alkyl, C2-C22-alkenyl, C2-C22-alkynyl, C3-C10-cycloalkyl, C3-C10-cycloalkenyl, aryl, aralkyl, silyl and hydrogen, and R4 is different from hydrogen, Q1 is hydrogen, fluorine, chlorine, bromine or iodine, and Q2 is chlorine, bromine or iodine, including the stereoisomers, such as the geometrical isomers and optically active isomers, of the compounds, as well as the pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the compounds.    <IMAGE>  (I)
Patent AU-705878-B2 (AU)
Title: Automated refuelling system
Inventor: MUSIL DAVID IRWIN
IPC: B67D7/14
Filed: 1996-05-29
Granted: 1999-06-03
Abstract: A refuelling system is provided, the system comprising: a plurality of vertically telescoping elements, the telescoping elements containing a constant length of flexible conduit for transfer of fuel; at least one vertically movable pulley to maintain a constant length of flexible hose within the telescoping elements; an overhead gantry capable of moving the vertically telescoping elements in two horizontal essentially perpendicular axes; and a rotating lower portion of the telescoping elements capable of rotating about an essentially vertical axis and supporting a fuel nozzle. The refuelling system of the present invention does not result in significant segments of unsupported lengths of conduits for fuel, compressed air, vapor recovery, electrical power or control or sensor signals. It is relatively simple and utilizes readily available components and parts, and does not required significant machining of components. This results in an installation that is economical to install and operate.
Patent AU-695622-B2 (AU)
Title: A composition comprising an active agent dissolved in a glass-forming carrier and a process for the preparation thereof
Inventor: LINDAHL AKE
IPC: A61K31/70
Filed: 1996-06-19
Granted: 1998-08-20
Abstract: PCT No. PCT/SE96/00806 Sec. 371 Date Dec. 17, 1997 Sec. 102(e) Date Dec. 17, 1997 PCT Filed Jun. 19, 1996 PCT Pub. No. WO97/00670 PCT Pub. Date Jan. 9, 1997A biologically active composition comprising a solution of an active agent dissolved in a glass-forming carrier, which carrier comprises a glass-forming substance (A) containing a plasticizer (B), the amount of plasticizer preferably being selected so that the composition has a non-solid consistency. The composition can be prepared by dissolving the active agent in a melted mixture of the glass-forming substance and the plasticizer at a temperature below the decomposition temperature of said active agent. Use of the glass-forming carrier for dissolving a biologically active agent.
Patent AU-681136-B2 (AU)
Title: Method of producing sugars using strong acid hydrolysis of cellulosic and hemicellulosic materials
Inventor: FARONE WILLIAM A
IPC: C13B20/14
Filed: 1994-03-25
Granted: 1997-08-21
Abstract: An economically viable method for producing sugars using concentrated acid hydrolysis of biomass containing cellulose and hemicellulose is disclosed. The cellulose and hemicellulose in the biomass are first decrystallized and then hydrolyzed to produce a hydrolysate containing both sugars and acid. Silica present in the biomass can then be removed for further processing. The remaining solids are then subjected to a second decrystallization and hydrolyzation to optimize the sugar yields. An improved method for separating the sugars from the acid in the hydrolysate is also disclosed. The resulting sugar stream can then be fermented, using an improved method which allows both hexose and pentose sugars to be fermented simultaneously.
Patent AU-672693-B2 (AU)
Title: HIV-1 vaccines, antibody compositions related thereto, and therapeutic and prophylactic uses thereof
Inventor: HASEL KARL W
IPC: A61P31/18
Filed: 1994-03-25
Granted: 1996-10-10
Abstract: The subject invention provides a recombinant nucleic acid molecule which encodes a mutant HIV-1 gp120 envelope glycoprotein comprising a V3 loop deletion and a C4 domain(W->X) point mutation wherein X is an amino acid residue other than tryptophan, and the HIV-1 gp120 envelope glycoprotein encoded thereby. The subject invention further provides a method of obtaining partially purified antibodies which specifically bind to the CD4-binding domain of HIV-1 gp120 envelope glycoprotein, the partially purified antibodies produced thereby, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising same. Finally, the subject invention provides methods of treating HIV-1-infected subjects, and of reducing the likelihood of HIV-1-exposed and non-HIV-1-exposed subjects' becoming infected with HIV-1 using the pharmaceutical compositions of the subject invention.
Patent AU-603071-B2 (AU)
Title: A spring brake actuator for a rail vehicle brake unit
Inventor: EMILSSON FRED SOREN
IPC: B60T17/08
Filed: 1986-11-25
Granted: 1990-11-08
Abstract: A spring brake actuator for a rail vehicle brake unit, comprising a cylinder (2,3) and a rod shaped member (5). The actuator includes a cylinder-shaped housing (8), a piston (10) with a piston rod (11) and a spring (14) intended to act in a brake applying direction.In order to obtain a truly modular system the actuator (8-14, 17) as an integrated and self-contained unit is arranged on the rod-shaped member (5) of the brake unit. Its housing (8) is attached to the brake unit cylinder (2,3). The actuator piston rod (11) is tubular and slidable on the rod-shaped member.
Patent AU-681168-B2 (AU)
Title: Wound dressing package
Inventor: CHEONG CATHERINE L
IPC: A61B19/00
Filed: 1994-08-26
Granted: 1997-08-21
Abstract: There is provided a package for containing a wound dressing, the package comprising a first web and a second web hermetically sealed together around their peripheries, the inside of the package being sterile, wherein the first and second webs include transparent areas which can be superimposed and wherein the internal surface of one of the transparent areas is receptive to marking. Alternatively, the first web comprises at least two layers which are releasably held together; the inner and outer layers of the first web are transparent; and the outer surface of the outer layer of the first web is receptive to marking. There is also provided a method for recording the area of a wound which comprises: providing a package as described above; opening the package; folding one web onto the other web so that the outer surfaces of the webs are in contact and the transparent areas are superimposed; placing the folded package on the wound with the markable surface remote from the wound; and marking on the markable surface an outline of the wound. Alternatively, the method comprises: providing an alternative wound dressing package as described above; opening the package; placing the first web on the wound with the markable surface remote from the wound; and marking on the markable area an outline of the wound. <IMAGE>
Patent AU-716685-B2 (AU)
Title: Pot for coating continuous metallic strip
Inventor: MORTIMER JOHN H
IPC: C23C2/00
Filed: 1996-11-22
Granted: 2000-03-02
Abstract: A hot dip coating pot (12) for containing a coating material in a liquid state comprising a substantially horizontal bottom (24) and substantially vertical side walls (22). The bottom and the side walls define a first interior volume for containing the coating material. The bottom wall and a lower portion of each of the side walls defines a bottom portion (42) which is separable from an upper portion of the side walls. The bottom portion has a predetermined interior volume less than the first interior volume. <IMAGE>
Patent AU-640886-B2 (AU)
Title: Flame retardant graft copolymers of polypropylene
IPC: C08L51/06
Filed: 1991-02-12
Granted: 1993-09-02
Abstract: Described are polypropylene polymer compositions which have suprisingly good physical properties in combination with flame retardancy, which include graft copolymers represented by the formula:  <IMAGE>  wherein n is >1, P is polypropylene, and S is a grafted side chain having brominated monomeric units of the formula: <IMAGE>  wherein x=1 to 4, R1 is H or CH3, and R2 is H or a C1-4 lower alkyl group. Polymer blends including such graft copolymers and methods for making flame retardant polymer compositions are also described.