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Patent CA-2513872-A1 (CA)
Title: Post-treatment for metal coated substrates
Inventor: NICKERSON WILLIAM C JR
IPC: C23C22/34
Filed: 2004-01-21
Abstract: Aqueous compositions for post treating metal coated substrates such as cadmium-plated steel, and zinc-nickel coated substrates and the process for using said compositions to provide a color recognizable coating and, to improve the corrosion-resistance, abrasion, electrical, and adhesion properties of the coating. The post-treatment composition comprises an acidic aqueous solution having a pH ranging from about 2.5 to 5.5 and contains effective amounts of trivalent chromium compounds, alkali metal hexafluorozirconates, at least one divalent zinc compound, alkali metal fluoro-compounds, and effective amounts of water soluble thickepers, wetting agents or surfactants.
Patent CA-2520875-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods for rational pegylation of proteins
Inventor: DESJARLAIS JOHN RUDOLPH
IPC: G06F19/00
Filed: 2004-03-31
Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of simulation technology to rationally optimize the locations and sizes of attached polymeric moieties for modification of therapeutic proteins and the proteins generated from this method. The present invention provides a method of predicting the relationship among polymer attachment sites, sizes and specific activities to generate proteins with altered properties. It is an object of the invention to provide a computational method of designing polymer attachment sites and Positions. It is a further object of the invention to provide a computational method of optimizing polymer attachment to a molecule. It is another object To produce optimized molecules with polymer attachements.
Patent CA-2522779-A1 (CA)
Title: Inducers of recombinant protein expression
Inventor: REDDY PRANHITHA
IPC: C07K16/00
Filed: 2004-04-23
Abstract: The invention provides methods of increasing the production of polypeptides, optionally recombinant polypeptides, from mammalian cells using an aromatic carboxylic acid, an acetamide, and/or a hydroxamic acid compound, and cultures containing the same.
Patent CA-2523129-A1 (CA)
Title: Secured dispensing cabinet and methods
Inventor: ARNOLD BRIAN R
IPC: G06F17/00
Filed: 2004-05-07
Abstract: A device for dispensing items comprises a cabinet (10) having an interior fo r storing items. A dispenser frame (44) is coupled to the cabinet and is configured to be accessed, such as by pulling the dispenser frame from the cabinet. The dispenser frame includes a plurality of dividers (22) that are configured to hold the plurality of dispensing mechanisms that each hold multiple items within the storage area. Further, the dividers are reconfigurable to permit the arrangement of the dispensing mechanisms to be adjusted. A lockable door (46) is coupled to the front of the cabinet in fro nt of the dispenser frame. The door may be opened to provide access to the interior of the cabinet and to the dispenser frame. A dispenser drawer (38) is positioned below the storage area so that items dispensed from the dispensin g mechanisms may be retrieved
Patent CA-2523149-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KIM BYUNG JIN
IPC: G11B7/24097
Filed: 2004-04-24
Abstract: A method for managing copy protection information of a recording medium is disclosed. A data stream encrypted using copy protection information is recorded in a data area of an optical disc such as a write once optical disc or a rewritable optical disc, while the copy protection information and Digital Rights Management (DRM) information set by a content provider are recorded together in a key locker of the optical disc. When a data stream of an optical disc is reproduced, the operation of reproducing or copying the encrypted data stream is controlled according to information of allowed playback time, the number of copy times and copy permission/prohibition information, which is included in the Digital Rights Management information.  This effectively prevents contents such as data files transmitted over the Internet from being illegally duplicated.
Patent CA-2524342-A1 (CA)
Title: Glutamate receptor antagonists as neuroprotectives
Inventor: SOEHNGEN WOLFGANG
IPC: A61K38/49
Filed: 2004-05-05
Abstract: The invention relates to the use of an inhibiting agent of t-PA of mediated activation of the glutamate receptor, preferably of the NMDA type, as neuroprotectives.
Patent CA-2526073-A1 (CA)
Title: Data entry system for an endoscopic examination
Inventor: PEARSON PHILIP
IPC: G06F40/00
Filed: 2004-05-14
Abstract: A method and system for capturing patient related data in an endoscopic system comprising an imaging node adapted to capture and display endoscopic images during the course of an endoscopic examination. The patient data capture system and method includes a display device that provides an interface to enable a user to enter data relating to a patient examined during the examination, including patient vital sign information at various phases of care: relating to the endoscopic examination and, further including individual graphic controls for enabling entry of values relating to the patient's vitals information. The entered patients vitals information is associated with a timestamp. The patient vitals information and associated timestamps are stored in a database record associated with the pe ient. Further data capable of being entered into the system includes medications administered, Aldrete scores and intraprocedural assessments.
Patent CA-2526077-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for the manufacture of sanitary fittings with a stainless steel finish
Inventor: MULLMAIER KURT
IPC: C25D5/14
Filed: 2004-03-17
Abstract: The aim of the invention is to provide sanitary fittings, especially water supply fittings which, in terms of aesthetics and haptics, are very similar to the stainless steel surface of stainless steel sinks or are scarcely distinguishable therefrom (stainless steel finish), using starting materials that can be machined at lower cost. According to the invention, a fitting or fitting parts are produced from brass; the fittings or fitting parts are ground and polished; the visible surfaces of the fittings or fitting parts are nickel-plated; the nickel- plated surface of the fittings and fitting parts are ground and/or brushed; and the ground or brushed nickel-plated surfaces of the fittings or fitting parts are chrome-plated.
Patent CA-2528760-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MATTHEIS DAVID KENT
IPC: B65H23/26
Filed: 2004-06-11
Abstract: An apparatus and method for the non-contact measurement of tension in a moving web material (11) are provided herein. In one embodiment the apparatus includes a non-contacting tension-sensing element, such as an airfoil (500), disposed transverse to the machine direction of the web material, at least one sensor (400) capable of detecting a reaction of the non-contacting tension-sensing element to changes in the tension of the moving web material and a data processing system capable (500) of determining a web tension analog value that is proportional to the tension of the web material (11).
Patent CA-2528885-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GOMES BEN
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2004-06-16
Abstract: A system (10) and method (80) for providing preferred country (39) ordering of search results (37) is described. A search query (36) describing potentially retrievable information (47) provided in a plurality of search result countries (39) is received (81). A search (82) is executed by evaluating the search query (36) against information characteristics maintained in a searchable data repository (47). At least one preferred country (39) applicable to search results (37) generated is dynamically determined (85) responsive to the executed search. At least some of the search results (37) are ordered (86) in consideration of the at least one preferred country (39).
Patent CA-2529193-A1 (CA)
Title: Nicotine addiction reducing heteroaryl fused azapolycyclic compounds
Inventor: ALLEN MARTIN PATRICK
IPC: A61P25/34
Filed: 2004-07-08
Abstract: The present invention provides a compound having the structure of formula (I):  wherein R1 is hydrogen, (C1-C6) alkyl, unconjugated (C3-C6) alkenyl, benzyl, YC(=O)(C1-C6) alkyl or -CH2CH2-O-(C1-C4) alkyl; X is CH2 or CH2CH2; Y is (C2-C6) alkylene; Z is (CH2)m, CF2, or C(=O), where m is 0, 1 or 2; R2 and R3 are selected independently from hydrogen, halogen, - (C1-C6) alkyl optionally substituted with from 1 to 7 halogen atoms, and -O(C1-C6) alkyl optionally substituted with from 1 to 7 halogen atoms, or R2 and R3 each together with the atom to which it is connected independently form C(=O), S.fwdarw.O,S(=O)2, or N.fwdarw.O; and Het is a 5- to 7- ~membered monocyclic heteroaryl group selected from pyridinyl, pyridone, pyridazinyl, imidazolyl, pyrimidinyl, pyrazolyl, triazolyl, pyrazinyl, furyl, thienyl, isoxazolyl, thiazolyl, oxazolyl, isothiazolyl, pyrrolyl, cinnolinyl, triazinyl, oxadiazolyl, thiadiazolyl and furazanyl groups. The compounds can be used to treat disease states mediated by neuronal nicotinic acetylcholine specific receptor sites.
Patent CA-2531283-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HAGAY YOCHEVED
IPC: C12N5/09
Filed: 2004-06-30
Abstract: The present invention provides antibodies that bind an epitope of PSGL-1 comprising the motif D-X-Y-D, wherein X represents any amino acid or the covalent linkage between D and Y, and Y is sulfated, which antibody can be complexed with one or more copies of an agent. The antibodies of the invention can be used in a method of inducing antibody-dependent cell cytotoxicity and/or stimulating natural killer (NK) cells or T cells. In addition, by administering these antibodies to a patient in need thereof, a method of inducing cell death is provided. A method of preventing infection by a virus (e.g., HIV) by administering to a patient in need thereof an antibody of the present invention is also provided. The present invention also provides a method of introducing an agent into a cell that expresses sulfated PSGL-1 by coupling or complexing an agent to an antibody of the present invention and administering the complex to the cell. Finally, the present invention provides methods of diagnosis, prognosis and staging using the present antibodies.
Patent CA-2532118-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MYERS NADEEN B
IPC: A23L2/42
Filed: 2004-07-14
Abstract: L'invention concerne des procédés pour l'adjonction de calcium dans un liquide alimentaire transparent tel qu'une boisson transparente, qui utilisent du phosphate tricalcique. L'invention concerne aussi une composition fluide contenant un complément de calcium et qui comprend du phosphate tricalcique dissous dans une solution d'acidulant et un liquide alimentaire transparent. Ladite composition peut présenter divers pourcentages de la ration alimentaire recommandée en matière de calcium.
Patent CA-2535196-A1 (CA)
Title: Filtration assembly for mixing faucet
Inventor: TRUONG DAVID
IPC: F16K11/065
Filed: 2004-07-06
Abstract: An assembly (1) enabling filtration of mixed hot and cold water; the assembly including A faucet (2) capable of receiving hot and cold water and discharging mixed hot and cold water through an outlet (7a) in the faucet, control means (6) for operating the faucet; a filter assembly (11) adapted for insertion in a water supply line in which water to be filtered flows; at least a first conduit (4,5) having a supply of water and in communication with a mixing chamber (9) disposed in the faucet; a first outlet line (10) from said mixing chamber (9) communicating with the filter assembly; an outlet line from said filter assembly (11) communicating with said mixing faucet (2); wherein mixed water exiting from the mixing chamber (9) is filtered by the filter assembly (11) upstream of said faucet and prior to discharge of mixed water from the outlet of the faucet.
Patent CA-2536402-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DIKSTEIN SHABTAY
IPC: A61P17/00
Filed: 2004-08-16
Abstract: The present invention concerns Topical skin preparations for the use in the prevention of atrophy and aging of the skin, comprising a testosterone ester with an esterifying acid having between six to eleven carbon atoms.
Patent CA-2537748-A1 (CA)
Title: Use of telmisartan for the prevention of vascular headache
Inventor: DAVIDAI MD GIORA
IPC: A61K31/4184
Filed: 2004-09-01
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the prophylaxis of vascular headaches which do not originate from hypertension, especially migraine, the method comprising administration of telmisartan to a subject in need of such a treatment. The present invention relates also to a method for the prophylaxis of vascular headaches, comprising the co-administration of telmisartan in combination with other drugs suitable for migraine prophylaxis and/or acute treatment of migraine.
Patent CA-2539914-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CASTELLINO ANGELO JOHN
IPC: C07K7/08
Filed: 2004-09-22
Abstract: In certain embodiments, provided herein are compositions and methods for increasing drug efficiency. The conjugates provided are in certain embodiments, for compositions and methods in treatment of variety of diseases and have the formula (1): D - L - S or formula (2): D-L-S' wherein D is a drug moiety; L, which may or may not be present, is a non-releasing linker moiety;  S is a substrate for a kinase, other than a hexokinase, a protein kinase or a lipid kinase; and S' is a substrate for a phosphotransferase, other than a hexokinase, a protein kinase or a lipid kinase.
Patent CA-2541585-A1 (CA)
Inventor: YOU CHEOL WOO
IPC: H04B7/005
Filed: 2004-03-05
Abstract: Apparatus and method for controlling data transmission rate in a wireless communication system during handoff comprises a terminal recognizing an active set comprising a serving base station and at least one non-serving base station with respect to the terminal communicating with the network at a first data transmission rate, receiving a first rate control parameter from the serving base station and a second rate control parameter from the at least one non-serving base station, wherein the first and second rate control parameters are associated with determination of a second data transmission rate of the terminal during the handoff and determining the second data transmission rate in response to the first and the second rate control parameters, wherein the second data transmission rate is one of increased rate, decreased rate and same rate from the first data transmission rate.
Patent CA-2542114-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for distributing payments between multiple accounts
Inventor: HOLMES DEREK
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2004-10-08
Abstract: A system and method (100) for allowing linked account types to be associated with each plan participant. The plan participants (104) create and select rules that govern distributions from the linked account types. Thus, funds may be drawn from a plurality of accounts to pay for a single point-of-service transaction. Subsequent point-of-service transactions may be paid by drawing on a plurality of accounts in different ratios as governed by the selected rules.
Patent CA-2542773-A1 (CA)
Title: Microfluidic device for carrying out a reaction
Inventor: IORDANOV VENTZESLAV
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2004-09-07
Abstract: The invention relates to a device for carrying out a reaction, which device comprises a wafer provided with a group of at least two wells. In the device according to the invention the wells are thermally separate from each other by means of a groove in a layer of the device, while on the other hand parts separated by the groove are locally connected by bridges. In this way a device is provided combining great mechanical strength with good thermal insulation.
Patent CA-2544698-A1 (CA)
Title: Articulating anastomotic ring applier
Inventor: ORTIZ MARK S
IPC: A61B17/11
Filed: 2006-04-24
Abstract: A surgical instrument for applying an anastomotic ring device comprises a handle connected to an anastomotic ring deployment mechanism by a shaft. The shaft has at least one articulation joint that is capable of articulating in at least one direction to allow the surgeon to alter the angle of approach in order to compensate for disadvantageous placement of a trocar port through which the instrument is inserted. An articulation joint may comprise a ribbed member. One or more cables may be used to effect articulation of the articulation joint.
Patent CA-2547507-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCDONALD BYRON K
IPC: G09F3/20
Filed: 2006-04-21
Abstract: A snap-on label holder adapted for direct mounting to the front edge of a shelf. The label holder has a hingeable front pocket member interconnected by a flexible hinge to a hook-shaped rear mounting member. The rear mounting member profile defines an interior region flanked between two opposite jaws adapted to be snapped-on to the shelf edge. The interior region includes a sinuous-shape profile that acts both as a spring-bias means providing an improved snap-on function and as a fulcrum against which front pocket member bottom can be pressed on to open the pocket front panel. In a second and third embodiments of the invention, the front pocket member integrates respectively a sign clip in its back panel or a gripper in its front panel. Shelves to snap-on include Hussmann-like, metal wire Metro-like, wooden or plastic shelves.
Patent CA-2548472-A1 (CA)
Title: Use of a cationic polysaccharide to enhance biocidal efficacies
Inventor: SALAMONE JOSEPH C
IPC: A01N47/44
Filed: 2004-11-22
Abstract: The use of a composition of one or more cationic polysaccharides in combination with one or more antimicrobial agents to disinfect contact lenses and preserve ophthalmic lens compositions is described. Ophthalmic lens solutions containing compositions of one or more cationic polysaccharides in combination with one or more antimicrobial agents and methods of making and using the same are also described.
Patent CA-2553076-A1 (CA)
Title: Signal splitter
Inventor: RIJSSEMUS MARTIEN
IPC: H04N7/173
Filed: 2006-07-24
Abstract: A signal splitter (24) comprising an input (26) and a plurality of outputs (28,30) is provided, wherein alternate outputs (28) are connected to phase shifting devices (32). The phase shifting devices (32) comprise phase shifting transformers and introduce a phase shift of 180.degree., so that noise components of alternate outputs (28) are in antiphase and cancel one another out almost entirely when the signals are summed. Also provided is a cable television network comprising a plurality of such signal splitters to ensure that noise ingress in upstream signals passing into the network is substantially reduced.</SD OAB>
Patent CA-2555300-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WEBER STEPHAN HEINZ JOSEF VICT
IPC: F27B1/24
Filed: 2005-02-03
Abstract: Cooling panels (31) are attached to the shell (11) of a metallurgical vessel to form an internal lining of the shell. Each panel (31) comprises a coolant flow tube (36) bent to form inner and outer panel sections (37, 38) of zig-zag formation. Panel mounting pins (43) connected to the outer panel section (38) by connector straps project laterally outwardly from the panel through openings (45) in the shell and tubular shell protrusions (46) surrounding the openings (45). The ends of pins (43) are connected to the outer ends of protrusions (46) by welding metal discs (47) thus forming connections exteriorly of the shell in a way which seals the openings (45). Coolant inlet and outlet connectors (42) for the panel project outwardly through openings (48) in the shell and surrounding tubular protrusions (49) and connections are made by welding discs (51) between the connectors (42) and protrusions (49).
Patent CA-2555617-A1 (CA)
Title: Lee's golden dragon rub
Inventor: SHILO LEE E
IPC: A61P43/00
Filed: 2006-08-14
Abstract: The present invention, Lee's Golden Dragon Rub has a medicinal value because it temporarily relieves muscular aches and pains due to over-exertion, backache, and joint pain. It accelerates the healing of both skin bruising and deep bone bruising.
Patent CA-2555644-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KUIPERS ADRIAAN
IPC: B67D7/58
Filed: 2005-01-14
Abstract: In accordance with the present invention there is provided novel and unique automatic and manual colorant and hair dye dispensers that are easy to opera te and provides precision mixing of a large number of colorants and hair dye to make an almost infinite number of colors. The machines are relatively light in weight, easy to operate and maintain and the various components can be readi ly and easily replaced. In the colorant dispenser this is principally due to th e fact that the colorant canisters are supported by a central column and the conventional use of a massive turntable supporting the canisters have been eliminated. In both the automatic and manual illustrated embodiments there i s shown six (6) pie-shaped triangular canister units (dispensing units) each including three (3) separate colorant receptacles. There can be more or less dispensing units as desired.
Patent CA-2561084-A1 (CA)
Title: Anomaly management scheme for a multi-agent system
Inventor: LEE HABIN
IPC: G06F11/07
Filed: 2005-03-11
Abstract: An anomaly management method is provided for a multi-agent system (MAS) in which a plurality of application agents are arranged to be capable of interacting with each other over a communications network. The MAS has a plurality of anomaly management agents arranged to receive reports from a referring agent regarding a referred agent when a referring agent has determined an interaction anomaly has occurred which was potentially caused by one or more conditions associated with a referred agent. The anomaly management agent is arranged to determine one or more conditions associated with the referred agent which have caused the interaction anomaly. The anomaly management agent is also arranged to remedy the condition. The method comprises at least one of said plurality of anomaly management agents receiving a message containing information related to the interaction with the referred agent from the referring agent. The message comprises information identifying the referred agent and other information related to the interaction anomaly. One or more possible conditions associated with the referred agent which may have caused the interaction anomaly are determined from the information provided by the referring agent. A plurality of tests are then performed to determine at least one condition associated with the referred agent. Finally, the condition associated with the referred agent is remedied. The referring agent may then be provided with feedback information to enable the interaction to be resumed or to continue.
Patent CA-2562231-A1 (CA)
Title: Active substance combination of a carbinol compound and an opioid
Inventor: HOLENZ JOERG
IPC: A61K31/415
Filed: 2005-04-05
Abstract: The present invention relates to an active substance combination comprising at least one substituted carbinol compound and at least one opioid, a medicament comprising said active substance combination, a pharmaceutical formulation comprising said active substance combination and the use of said active substance combination for the manufacture of a medicament.
Patent CA-2563183-A1 (CA)
Title: Cross block for a pneumatic conveyor
Inventor: FARQUHAR DAVID A
IPC: B65G51/03
Filed: 1999-12-17
Abstract: A cross block for use in a pneumatic conveying system. The pneumatic conveying system includes a substantially enclosed plenum and at least two bottle neck support means to support the neck of bottles or containers suspended from the plenum.  The cross block comprises a frame member having means to maintain the bottle neck support means in a generally parallel and co-planer relationship to thereby help maintain the vertical alignment of bottles or containers when suspended by the bottle neck support means and transported along the conveying system.