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Patent CA-2727683-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and control system for controlling power conversion in a power converter
Inventor: FULCHER ROBERT VERNON
IPC: H02M7/00
Filed: 2011-01-12
Abstract: A control system controls conversion of input power into output power in a converter module comprising input terminal and output power terminal. An active switching device is connected between the input and output terminals. It comprises a master controller and a communication link interconnecting the master controller and the converter module, a timing generator generating a timing signal having a cycle time equal to or less than the shortest time constant of converter module(s) and the immediate power circuit elements relating to the used converter module, which is integrated in or interconnected with the master controller. A signal generator is integrated in or interconnected with the master controller which generates switching control signals each containing a control message defining a switching state for the active switching device, the duration of each control message being equal to or less than the cycle time. The communication links are serial communication links.
Patent CA-2727789-A1 (CA)
Title: Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission with torque limiting system and method thereof
Inventor: ROBERGE HUBERT
IPC: F16H59/50
Filed: 2010-12-22
Abstract: Is provided herein a torque-limiting electronically controlled CVT comprising a drive portion having a drive pulley including two opposed sheaves adapted to be actuated with an electric motor to set a transmission ratio between an engine and a ground contacting rotating member of a vehicle, an input module adapted to receive a signal indicative of whether a ground-contacting rotating member is airborne, a processing module adapted to determine a desired CVT ratio, and an output module adapted to actuate the electric motor to obtain the desired CVT ratio to match the circumferential velocity of the vehicle's airborne ground-contacting rotating member with the speed of the vehicle in order to limit a mechanical peak torque sustained by a drive system of the vehicle. Also provided hereby is a vehicle equipped with the CVT, a kit including such a CVT and a method of managing the CVT to limit the mechanical peak torque sustained by a drive train of a vehicle.
Patent CA-2728440-A1 (CA)
Title: Elements de vis sans fin a angle de filet reduit
Inventor: BIERDEL MICHAEL
IPC: B29C48/64
Filed: 2009-06-09
Abstract: L'invention concerne des éléments de vis sans fin pour des extrudeuses multivis comprenant des arbres à vis sans fin tournant dans le même sens par paires et en contact frictionnel précis par paires, l'utilisation desdits éléments de vis sans fin dans des extrudeuses multivis ainsi qu'un procédé pour réaliser les éléments de vis sans fin de l'invention.
Patent CA-2731311-A1 (CA)
Title: Device for the disposal of residual wire
Inventor: FIGER UTE
IPC: B21F3/06
Filed: 2009-07-24
Abstract: In order to simplify leftover wire (3) at the tying machines used in pulp production, a device is used that has an inlet guide (2) for the leftover wire (3) and a bending device (4) to bend the leftover wire running through continuously into a helical or spiral shape.
Patent CA-2732458-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WILSON NICHOLAS BRYSON
IPC: H04M1/26
Filed: 2011-02-23
Abstract: The present disclosure provides a method and device for analyzing and responding to voice mail messages. A voice mail message may contain one or more addresses or phone numbers associated with the calling party.  The portion of the voice mail message containing an address may be recognized and processed with speech recognition algorithms to determine one or more spoken addresses associated with the voice mail message. The recognized spoken addresses may be displayed by a communications device and the portion of the voice mail message recognized as containing the spoken addresses may be replayed in order for a user to confirm the recognized address. Communications to an address associated with the voice mail message may be enabled while the portion of the voice mail message is replayed.
Patent CA-2733775-A1 (CA)
Inventor: OKANO HIDEYUKI
IPC: A61P25/28
Filed: 2009-07-08
Abstract: An agent for promoting neuronal differentiation of a neural stem / progenitor cell includes an inhibitor of function of a COUP-TFI protein and/or a COUP-TFII protein. To promote neuronal differentiation of a neural stem / progenitor cell, the agent is administered to the neural stem / progenitor cell to inhibit function of a COUP-TFI protein and/or a COUP-TFII protein.
Patent CA-2734177-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CAVANDER DAVID
IPC: G06F17/00
Filed: 2009-08-17
Abstract: A facility for automatically determining a recommended price for an entertainment event ticket is described. The facility determines a first group of attributes of the entertainment event ticket. For each of a second group of attributes selected from the determined first group of attributes, the facility applies to the attribute a lift factor determined for the attribute to obtain a quantitative measure of the effect of the attribute. The facility then combines the obtained quantitative measures of attribute effects to obtain a recommended price for the entertainment event ticket.
Patent CA-2736222-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NORTHROP PAUL SCOTT
IPC: B01D53/14
Filed: 2009-08-27
Abstract: A gas processing facility for the separation of fluids is provided. The facility includes co-current contactors placed in series. Each co-current contactor receives a gas stream that includes a non-absorbing gas such as a hydrocarbon gas or nitrogen.  The gas stream also includes an acid gas or other contaminant. Each co-current contactor also receives a liquid solvent stream.  The co-current contactors then each release a sweetened gas stream and a gas-treating solution. In one processing direction, the contactors are arranged to deliver progressively sweetened gas streams. In the opposite processing direction, the contactors are arranged to deliver progressively richer gas-treating solutions. In one aspect, the facility includes at least a first co-current contactor, a second co-current contactor and a final co- current contactor. However, any number of at least two co-current separators may be employed. Methods and processes for separating a gas stream are also provided.
Patent CA-2738358-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ZVOSEC RICHARD T
IPC: C12N9/88
Filed: 2009-09-29
Abstract: The present invention generally relates to the removal of carbon dioxide from a gas stream, particularly a flue gas, hydrogen gas from a reformer, natural gas, or gas from a cement kiln.  Immobilized enzymes for use in carbon capture and other systems are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2738562-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PLAT CHRISTOPE
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2009-09-30
Abstract: A method of managing a billing process to optimize or simulate different models in order to reach a predetermined level of a metric associated with the service, the method comprising:  determining an input model to optimize or simulate; determining existing associated models; comparing the existing model and the input model;  iterating one or more parameters of the input model in order to achieve the predetermined level of the metric; and determining the iterated input model.
Patent CA-2738927-A1 (CA)
Inventor: OTSUBO TOSHIFUMI
IPC: A61F13/15
Filed: 2009-09-30
Abstract: A method for producing an absorptive article (1) comprises a step for feeding a bundle of elastic members (40), having a separated cord strength measured according to a predetermined measuring method within a predetermined range, in the MD direction by means of a cord separator (100) and separating the bundle of elastic members (40) to a plurality of elastic members (4A1-4A3), a step for applying an adhesive (18A) at least onto a predetermined curve on a web (7A) which is conveyed continuously, and a step for mounting the plurality of elastic members (4A1-4A3) in separated state on the web (7A) while rocking the elastic members (4A1-4A3) in the CD direction, wherein the bundle of elastic members (40) is produced by dividing one master roll of elastic member into the plurality of elastic members (4A1-4A3) and then bundling and pressurizing the plurality of elastic members (4A1-4A3).
Patent CA-2741753-A1 (CA)
Title: Systems and methods for generating liquid oxygen for portable use
Inventor: KUDARAVALLI RAVIKUMAR V
IPC: F25J3/04
Filed: 2009-08-28
Abstract: A system for generating liquid oxygen (LOX) for portable use by a patient includes a patient portable unit configured to store LOX and deliver gaseous oxygen (GOX) to the patient, and a mobile base unit configured to generate LOX by cryogenic separation of air and deliver the generated LOX to the patient portable unit. The mobile base unit includes a compressor that receives and pressurizes air, a purifier that removes impurities from the pressurized air, a heat exchanger that cools the purified air, a cryocooler that further cools the air to cryogenic temperatures, and a distillation unit that separates the cryogenic air into multiple products, including LOX and one or more cold byproducts. The separated LOX is communicated toward storage, and at least one of the cold byproducts is passed through the heat exchanger to facilitate heat transfer from incoming purified air to the at least one cold byproduct in order to cool the purified air.
Patent CA-2747594-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MEIER HANS J
IPC: B65B29/00
Filed: 2011-07-25
Abstract: A method and an installation are provided for preserving desired seasoning flavour profiles during the manufacturing of food-seasoning sheets. The method includes the steps of; laying a thin layer of adhesive on a base sheet; removing air from the adhesive prior to the step of laying; reducing free moisture from the adhesive during the step of laying, and depositing food-seasoning ingredients onto the thin layer of adhesive. The installation for manufacturing food-seasoning sheets includes an adhesive dispenser having a reservoir and a delivery slot communicating with the reservoir for dispensing adhesive. The dispenser has a heating element mounted thereto for heating the adhesive. The adhesive is made under a partial vacuum and it is conveyed to the dispenser in a partial vacuum.
Patent CA-2748672-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MACLEOD IAIN
IPC: E21B33/129
Filed: 2010-01-22
Abstract: A lock ring for use as a one way movement restrictor between two telescopingly arranged tubulars to permit move-ment in one direction and prevent movement in the other direction of one tubular relative to the other tubular is described. The lock ring comprised: a profile having one or more formations formed on the outer circumference for engagement with a suitable formation profile formed on the inner circumference of the outer telescopic tubular; and one or more teeth formed on its inner cir-cumference, the teeth being adapted to dig into the outer surface of the inner telescopic member. An apparatus and a method for setting a downhole anchor is also disclosed.
Patent CA-2755880-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KOVACS ATTILA
IPC: A47C27/08
Filed: 2010-03-23
Abstract: The subject of the invention is a universal bed insert, built by air mattress, combined with airtight valves and method for producing thereof. The insert, produced with the application of said method makes it possible, that the sponge, the air-tight covering of the sponge, and the air within the insert result in a higher level of convenience when using the insert. The insert according to the invention is built by an air mattress filled with sponge of open cell structure, as well as valves built into the air mattress. The characteristic of the insert is, that in the air mattress (2) sponge (3) of open cell structure, low body-density and low compressive stress is used, where the value of the body-density is preferably 10-23 kg/m3 and the value of compressive stress is preferably 1.0-2.5 kPa. the material of the sponge (3) used is polyurethane, or silicone or rubber foam. During the method accord-ing to the invention sponge of open cell structure is provided with airtight covering, and airtight valves are placed in the said cov-ering. During the method regulating valve (4) and check valve (5) are placed into the sponge (3) cut to size, said sponge (3) is placed into the air mattress (2) cut to size, and the openings of the air mattress (2) are closed airtight by edge-closing or by over-lapping, with plastic welding, or using adhesives, then after having checked the airtight, compact closing, the airtight covering of the air mattress (2) is laminated onto all surfaces of the sponge (3) so ensuring the cooperation of the sponge (3) and the air mattress (2), then the airtight covering of the air mattress (2) is welded to the bodies of the regulating valve (4) as well as to the check valve (5), so ensuring the airtight closing on this point as well, then the airtight covering of the air mattress (2) is cut out at the openings of the regulating valve (4) and the check valve (5), making so free the openings of the valves (4,5), so ensuring the proper use of the valves, and finally the ready insert (1) is provided with decorating upholstery (7).
Patent CA-2756014-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CRAWFORD ROBERT JOHN
IPC: A47K7/03
Filed: 2010-03-24
Abstract: A cleansing implement comprising a generally planar compressed, water-swellable matrix and a solid cleansing composition coated on one face of the compressed matrix, the solid cleansing composition comprising an encapsulated perfume.
Patent CA-2756051-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ALBERT LEONID M
IPC: B65B25/24
Filed: 2010-04-13
Abstract: A film-tail clamp, cut, and seal system (12) for use in a wrapping apparatus (10) for wrapping an associated item has an oval track (14) vertically oriented and openable to move into and out of the associated item. A shuttle (22) is configured for movement along an inner periphery (15) of the track. A wrapping material is dispensed from the shuttle for wrapping around the item. A clamp arm (56), which is movable into and out of a plane defined by the film being wrapped around the item, has a sealing element (54) for contacting and sealing a free end portion of the film onto a portion of the film already wrapped around the item.  The clamp arm also has a clamp for securing the film when the film is sealed and has a cutter (60) for cutting the free end portion of the film from the portion sealed onto the film.
Patent CA-2756562-A1 (CA)
Title: Systems and methods for determining optimum platform count and position
Inventor: COLVIN DAN
IPC: G06F9/455
Filed: 2010-03-26
Abstract: Systems and methods for determining the optimum number of platforms to be used in a hydrocarbon field development and their position.  The systems and methods determine the least valuable platform(s) and eliminate them from use in the hydrocarbon field development.
Patent CA-2758738-A1 (CA)
Title: Compositions and methods for treating insulin resistance and diabetes mellitus
Inventor: WATSON RICHARD L
IPC: A61K9/14
Filed: 2010-04-27
Abstract: Provided are electrokinetically-altered fluids (gas-enriched electrokinetic fluids) comprising an ionic aqueous solution of charge-stabilized oxygen-containing nanostructures in an amount sufficient to provide modulation of at least one of cellular membrane potential and cellular membrane conductivity, and therapeutic compositions and methods for use in treating diabetes and diabetes-associated conditions or disorders (e.g., insulin resistance), or symptoms thereof. Provided are electrokinetically-altered ioinic aqueous fluids optionally in combination with other therapeutic agents.  Particular aspects provide for regulating or modulating intracellular signal transduction associated with said inflammatory responses by modulation of at least one of cellular membranes, membrane potential, membrane proteins such as membrane receptors, including but not limited to G-Protein Coupled Receptors (GPCR), and intercellular junctions (e.g., tight junctions, gap junctions, zona adherins and desmasomes). Other embodiments include particular routes of administration or formulations for the electrokinetically-altered fluids (e.g., electrokinet-ically-altered gas-enriched fluids and solutions) and therapeutic compositions.
Patent CA-2759088-A1 (CA)
Title: Hand truck
Inventor: LAUVDAL OLAV
IPC: B62B1/14
Filed: 2010-04-16
Abstract: There is provided a hand truck for manual transport of an object which, at least in part, is formed with a magnetic or magnetisable outer surface. The hand truck comprises a frame, at least one wheel which is mounted to the frame at a lower part of the frame, and at least one hold-ing magnet for holding the object. The hand truck further comprises a re-lease mechanism which is mounted to the frame, the release mechanism comprising a release member which is movably mounted to the frame of the hand truck where the release mechanism ensures a damage free release of the object.
Patent CA-2759210-A1 (CA)
Title: Gate driver for enhancement-mode and depletion-mode wide bandgap semiconductor jfets
Inventor: KELLEY ROBIN LYNN
IPC: H03K7/08
Filed: 2010-05-11
Abstract: A DC-coupled two-stage gate driver circuit for driving a junction field effect transistor (JFET) is provided. The JFET can be a wide bandgap junction field effect transistor (JFET) such as a SiC JFET. The driver includes a first turn-on circuit, a second turn-on circuit and a pull-down circuit. The driver is configured to accept an input pulse-width modulation (PWM) control signal and generate an output driver signal for driving the gate of the JFET.
Patent CA-2759423-A1 (CA)
Title: Beverage
Inventor: BEHRMANN VICTOR
IPC: A23L2/46
Filed: 2010-04-14
Abstract: The invention relates to a beverage comprising a plant extract and/or a dairy product, and an amount of an ammonium-salt capable of maintaining the pH of the beverage at a predetermined pH. The invention also relates to methods and uses of an ammonium-salt in maintaining the pH of a beverage.
Patent CA-2762155-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCNEIL KEVIN BENSON
IPC: D21H27/00
Filed: 2010-05-18
Abstract: Embossed multi-ply fibrous structures and methods for making such embossed multi-ply fibrous structures are provided.
Patent CA-2764581-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GARBERO MIRKO
IPC: D21C5/00
Filed: 2010-03-31
Abstract: The process for the treatment of ligno-cellulosic biomass comprises the steps of: A) Soaking a ligno-cellulosic biomass feedstock in vapor or liquid water or mixture thereof in the temperature range of 100 to 210°C for 1 minute to 24 hours to create a soaked biomass containing a dry content and a first liquid; B) Separating at least a portion of the first liquid from the soaked biomass to create a first liquid stream and a first solid stream;  wherein the first solid stream comprises the soaked biomass;  and C) Steam exploding the first solid stream to create a steam exploded stream comprising solids and a second liquid.
Patent CA-2767271-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DIAZ MARCOS ANGEL
IPC: B60S9/16
Filed: 2010-07-07
Abstract: A trailer has a body, a primary wheel, and an adjustable leg for providing secondary support. The leg has a terminal end moveable between retracted and extended positions and a secondary wheel rotatably attached to the terminal end, such that the secondary wheel is off the ground when the terminal end is in the retracted position and is in contact with the ground when the terminal end is in the extended position. A pneumatic or hydraulic drive unit is mounted on the trailer body for adjusting the leg to move the terminal end between the extended and retracted positions. A drivetrain is mounted on the trailer body and operatively connected to the secondary wheel for driving the secondary wheel. A controller controls operation of the drive unit to automatically adjust the leg to maintain balance of the trailer, and controls operation of the drivetrain to drive the trailer.
Patent CA-2767516-A1 (CA)
Title: Continuous flow process for the preparation of 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinyl imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine and benzimidazole derivatives
Inventor: KULKARNI AMOL ARVIND
IPC: C07D471/04
Filed: 2010-07-07
Abstract: A continuous micromixer based process for the synthesis of sulphoxide compounds with a reaction time of less than or equal one minute is disclosed. The process shows selectivity of > 95% towards the sulphoxide compounds.
Patent CA-2767661-A1 (CA)
Title: Method of wound healing and scar modulation
Inventor: KELLER BRIAN C
IPC: A61P17/02
Filed: 2010-07-09
Abstract: The invention relates to methods of promoting wound healing and reducing scar formation by administration of corticosteroids, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising corticosteroids.
Patent CA-2768192-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LUM CHEE LEONG
IPC: A61M5/34
Filed: 2010-07-26
Abstract: Medical device assemblies having a connection mechanism for securely connecting a hub to fluid storage containers in a luer slip relationship are described. An exemplary medical device includes a hub forming a cavity, a second indicating element disposed within the cavity that engages the hub. Additional features of the medical device include a second indicating element contoured to form a line contact with the hub. In a specific configuration, the hub includes a first indicating element attached to the hub and extending proximally into the cavity having a protrusion. In a more specific configuration, the medical device includes a fluid storage container that has an indication system for visually indicating optimal fluid-tight engagement of the hub and the fluid storage container.
Patent CA-2776274-A1 (CA)
Title: Synchronizing touch and force events in a touch system
Inventor: ALMALKI NAZIH
IPC: G06F3/01
Filed: 2010-09-30
Abstract: A method of synchronizing force data with touch data and a portable electronic device configured to perform the same are provided. In accordance with one embodiment, there is provided a method of synchronizing data acquisition in a portable electronic device comprising a touch-sensitive display and a force sensing transducer, the method comprising : detecting touch events on the touch-sensitive display and storing touch data for each touch event with a time stamp for the touch event; detecting, by the force sensing transducer, force events caused by forces applied to the touch-sensitive display and storing force data for each force event with a time stamp for the force event; matching touch data for a particular touch event with force data for a force event corresponding to the particular touch event; and outputting the matched touch data and force data for input processing operations.
Patent CA-2779820-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MULYE NIRMAL
IPC: F03B17/06
Filed: 2010-11-12
Abstract: A hydrokinetic energy conversion system (HKECS) is provided, comprising design configurations suitable for efficient production of tidal or river in-stream kinetic energy into useful mechanical energy for tasks such as generating electricity or water pumping. The apparatus includes a set of blades with an airfoil cross sectional contour moving on a horizontal or vertical closed loop track, whereby the blades are propelled through the water by a net tangential lift force, rather than drag, to effectively convert the kinetic energy of flowing water to useful power.
Patent CA-2782279-A1 (CA)
Title: Thermoforming process and products obtainable by the process
Inventor: HUTTUNEN MIKKO
IPC: A61B17/04
Filed: 2010-12-03
Abstract: The invention concerns composite surgical devices and a method of manufacturing thereof. The device comprises a tissue fixation implant and a protruding member attached to the implant. The method comprises providing a polymeric implant preform comprising a fixation zone for the protruding member, inserting a protruding member into the fixation zone of the preform, inserting the preform into a mold cavity corresponding to desired shape of the tissue fixation implant and comprising at least one orifice for receiving the protruding member and subjecting the preform to heat and pressure for giving the tissue fixation implant the desired shape and attaching the protruding member to the tissue fixation implant.