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Patent CA-2567053-C (CA)
Inventor: TAME GAVIN RANDALL
IPC: G06K19/06
Filed: 2005-05-17
Granted: 2012-07-03
Abstract: A method and system for creating an identification document are provided.  According to the method, data is acquired identifying an individual. The data includes an image of the individual, biometric data and personal identification data. The acquired data is recorded on a central database.  On an identity document substrate, such as a card, a first two-dimensional symbolic barcode is printed which has a relatively high density and includes the image of the individual, biometric data such as a fingerprint or voiceprint and personal identification data. A second two-dimensional symbolic barcode is also printed on the identification document, having a relatively low density and including the personal identification data and data for use in a biometric identification process, such as a password to be spoken by the holder of the identification document. The invention extends to a method and system for authenticating an identification document created by the method and system of the invention and to the identification document itself.
Patent CA-2567375-C (CA)
Inventor: SALTZER REBECCA L
IPC: G01V1/30
Filed: 2005-01-24
Granted: 2013-11-26
Abstract: The modeling of seismic data to predict the lithology and porosity of subsurface rocks using seismic reflected data (1) using steps for inverting the seismic data to yield the elastic properties including the compressional impedances and the shear impedances (3). The rock physics model is build to relate the porosity and the shale volume fraction and the fluid content of the rock and the elastic properties of the rock. Wherein the model is run backward in a second inversion process to solve for the porosity and lithological properties to include the shale volume fraction (2).
Patent CA-2570857-C (CA)
Inventor: PACE SUSAN
IPC: A45C3/08
Filed: 2005-06-10
Granted: 2013-04-23
Abstract: An interchangeable foundation bag, foundation bag system a method of using the foundation bag system is described. In one embodiment, an interchangeable carrying bag system, is provided which includes a discrete inner foundation bag having an inner surface and an outer surface; at least one outer bag having a top periphery, an inner surface, and an outer surface; a first zipper portion connected to the foundation bag; and a second zipper portion connected to the top periphery of a slipcover. The foundation bag, foundation bag system, and method in various embodiments, may preferably use a reversible/non-reversible liner and a reversible/non-reversible handle.
Patent CA-2574828-C (CA)
Inventor: HAGEWIESCHE ANNETTE MARIE CLASEN
IPC: C07K16/22
Filed: 2005-07-22
Granted: 2018-11-13
Abstract: The present disclosure concerns methods of crystallization and/or concentration of antibody or antibody fragments. The methods comprise contacting an antibody or antibody fragment with a solution comprising a salt of a divalent cation. Crystals and/or protein gels of antibody or antibody fragments are useful in compositions and formulations.
Patent CA-2577032-C (CA)
Title: Energy-based medical treatment system and method
Inventor: HOUSER KEVIN L
IPC: A61B5/053
Filed: 2007-02-05
Granted: 2016-10-04
Abstract: A method for medical treatment includes beginning coagulating patient tissue using an energy-based clamp coagulator, determining the clamping force, and measuring the acoustic impedance of the patient tissue. The method also includes compensating the measured acoustic impedance for clamp pressure and monitoring the coagulation using at least the compensated measured acoustic impedance. A first medical treatment system includes an energy-based clamp coagulator, an acoustic-impedance measurer, and a force measurer. A second system includes an energy-based clamp coagulator having a clamping member which includes, or is adapted to function as, an electrical-impedance- measuring electrode for measuring an electrical impedance of the clamped patient tissue. A third system includes an energy-based clamp coagulator having a clamping member which includes, or is adapted to function as, a temperature sensor for measuring a temperature of the clamped patient tissue.
Patent CA-2582758-C (CA)
Inventor: KAYAN HELMUT L
IPC: A61B17/03
Filed: 1999-06-29
Granted: 2009-02-03
Abstract: A fastening apparatus is disclosed for use in endoscopic surgery. The apparatus comprises a handle portion housing a plunger assembly wherein the plunger assembly further comprises a ratchet. A triggering mechanism and a fastener applicator are provided.
Patent CA-2589398-C (CA)
Title: Dispositif de securite concu pour contraindre un article comportant un element oblong
Inventor: LOPEZ PEDRO
IPC: E05B73/00
Filed: 2005-12-07
Granted: 2011-05-31
Abstract: L'invention concerne des systèmes et un appareil conçus pour un dispositif de sécurité destiné à un article comportant un élément oblong contraint.
Patent CA-2591643-C (CA)
Inventor: FACCIOLI GIOVANNI
IPC: A61L31/04
Filed: 2007-06-14
Granted: 2014-05-27
Abstract: The equipment for removing cement from bone cavities consists of an elongated body, hollow inside, that can be inserted inside a cement-filled bone cavity, and at least one rod for extracting the elongated body buried in the cement, that can be inserted inside the elongated body. The elongated body comprises a plurality of rigid elements aligned with each other and associated to one another by the interposition of spacer elements, tubular in shape and coaxial to the elongated body, the rigid elements including removable means for connecting to the extraction rod which are arranged inside the elongated body.
Patent CA-2595686-C (CA)
Title: Soluble diverting agents
Inventor: SINCLAIR A RICHARD
IPC: E21B43/12
Filed: 2006-01-20
Granted: 2012-09-18
Abstract: Methods and compositions for stimulating single and multiple intervals in subterranean wells by diverting well treatment fluids into a particular direction or into multiple intervals using water soluble coated diverting agents are described. The water soluble coating of the diverting material is preferably a collagen, poly(alkylene) oxide, poly(lactic acid), polyvinylacetate, polyvinylalcohol, polyvinylacetate/polyvinylalcohol polymer or a mixture thereof applied as a coating on any number of proppants. The method allows for the diverting of the flow of fluids in a downhole formation during a well treatment, such as during a fracturing process. Following completion of a treatment such as a hydraulic stimulation, the soluble diverting agent can be dissolved and removed by the water component of the well production.
Patent CA-2596812-C (CA)
Inventor: THEIL SWEN
IPC: C10L3/10
Filed: 2007-08-09
Granted: 2011-10-11
Abstract: A method and apparatus for the dehydration of glycol, comprising a gas compressor unit including an engine which produces a flow of hot exhaust gas; a glycol dehydrator unit including a reboiler for heating and dehydrating the glycol; transferring heat from the exhaust gas to the reboiler to heat the glycol; and a support platform, wherein the gas compressor unit, the glycol dehydrator unit and the circuit for transferring heat are all supported on the support platform.
Patent CA-2600387-C (CA)
Inventor: PACHECO HECTOR O
IPC: A61B17/34
Filed: 2006-03-07
Granted: 2013-12-10
Abstract: A method of determining the size and/or placement of screws or other instruments in pedicles during surgery in a selected spinal area, comprising generating a dimensionally true three-dimensional image of the bony spine in the selected spinal area; hollowing out the vertebra in the three-dimensional image with cortical wall thicknesses selected by a surgeon performing the surgery; determining the narrowest cross section (isthmus) within each pedicle; generating a straight line starting at the center of the isthmus and extending inwardly to a point centered within the anterior cortex so that it is positioned concentrically within the pedicle without touching the walls thereof, the line terminating inside the vertebral body a predetermined distance from the anterior inner cortical wall and extending outwardly in the opposite direction to penetrate the posterior pedicle cortex; expanding the line concentrically and radially to a cross sectional size that is less than that of the isthmus, the line being expanded into a cylinder that stops growing when any portion thereof contacts the inner cortical wall of the hollowed out vertebral body, with the exception of the posterior pedicle cortex; and calculating the ideal pedicle screw or instrument diameter, length and/or trajectory based on the dimensions and trajectory of the cylinder generated for each pedicle. Also, a new and improved method for providing access to the interior of a pedicle for a desired transpedicular procedure, and a new and improved pedicle cannula construction are disclosed herein.
Patent CA-2603806-C (CA)
Inventor: NAGI ARWINDER
IPC: A61K9/16
Filed: 2006-04-26
Granted: 2013-03-19
Abstract: The present invention provides compositions, desirably pharmaceutical compositions, containing micronized tanaproget. The compositions can also contain microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, anhydrous lactose, magnesium stearate, micronized edetate calcium disodium hydrous, and micronized sodium thiosulfate pentahydrate. The compositions are useful in contraception and hormone replacement therapy and in the treatment and/or prevention of uterine myometrial fibroids, benign prostatic hypertrophy, benign and malignant neoplastic disease, dysfunctional bleeding, uterine leiomyomata, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, and carcinomas and adenocarcinomas of the pituitary, endometrium, kidney, ovary, breast, colon, and prostate and other hormone-dependent tumors, and in the preparation of medicaments useful therefor. Additional uses include stimulation of food intake.
Patent CA-2611205-C (CA)
Title: Continuous, continental-shelf-scale monitoring of fish populations and behavior
Inventor: MAKRIS NICHOLAS C
IPC: G01S15/96
Filed: 2006-06-07
Granted: 2014-11-25
Abstract: Areal population density and detailed behavior of fish schools and their interaction are continuously monitored over continental-shelf-scale areas spanning thousands of square kilometers by ocean acoustic-waveguide remote sensing. In some embodiments, the capacity of certain geophysical environments, such as contininental shelves, islands, etc. to behave as acoustic waveguides is utilized; sound propagates over long ranges via trapped modes that suffer only cylindrical spreading loss, rather than the spherical loss suffered in conventional sonar approaches.
Patent CA-2612450-C (CA)
Inventor: QINWEI SHI
IPC: C40B60/14
Filed: 2006-06-28
Granted: 2014-04-29
Abstract: A membrane array used to detect one or more analytes from a small sample of fluid with high sensitivity is provided. The membrane array can be employed in various analytical devices and is especially useful for identifying analytes from whole blood with minimal or negligible background interference.
Patent CA-2613118-C (CA)
Inventor: BAER RICHARD
IPC: E21B19/20
Filed: 2006-06-28
Granted: 2013-08-13
Abstract: A system and method for lifting and translating extended length objects includes a power roller assembly attached to an extendable mast. When a roller on the power roller assembly contacts the outer surface of the extended length object, extension or retraction of the extendable mast enables lifting or lowering of the end of the extended length object. Rotation of the roller on the power roller assembly translates the position of the extended length object in a direction parallel to the long axis of the extended length object.
Patent CA-2614798-C (CA)
Title: Methods and systems to enhance foam generation and quality through dispenser
Inventor: SHER ALEXANDER A
IPC: A23C11/00
Filed: 2006-06-30
Granted: 2011-06-21
Abstract: Methods for generating an improved quality foam for a beverage are presented.  In an embodiment, the method comprises providing at least one protein source;  providing at least one multivalent ion source; providing a liquid source separate from the multivalent ion source; simultaneously dispensing the protein source and the multivalent ion source with the liquid source; and aerating during the dispensing to produce the stable foam. The foam has an improved stability, texture and mouthfeel.
Patent CA-2623116-C (CA)
Inventor: SCHUMMERS GEORG
IPC: G16H30/40
Filed: 2007-06-08
Granted: 2013-02-12
Abstract: The invention relates to a device, a method and a computer programme for evaluating images of the heart that have been captured by means of a medical imaging method. According to said method, at least two data records containing functional values, which describe the ventricular wall activity, are produced in a random format, are converted into a uniform format and the data records in the uniform format are compared with one another or calculated.
Patent CA-2628130-C (CA)
Title: Composition for use in edible biodegradable articles and method of use
Inventor: HELOU ELIE JR
IPC: A23L7/10
Filed: 2006-11-01
Granted: 2014-05-13
Abstract: One embodiment of the present invention is a composition for use in making edible biodegradable containers comprising water, pregelatinized and native starch, a first protein or natural polymeric compound, natural fibers, a wax emulsion, a mold release agent, a flavoring agent, and a coloring agent, wherein the composing consisting essentially of food grade materials.
Patent CA-2637655-C (CA)
Inventor: TSABARI MOSHE
IPC: A61K9/48
Filed: 2007-01-18
Granted: 2017-06-27
Abstract: Methods, systems and apparatuses are provided for producing delivery devices, preferably for oral intake of an agent. In the broadest aspect, the method comprises assembling one or more layers comprising one or more materials with an agent or an agent-releasing formulation to form an intergraded, preferably laminated device; folding said integrated delivery device to form a folded integrated delivery device; and at least partially enclosing said folded delivery device to a form suitable for oral delivery. Preferably, the integrated device comprise a first external layer of a first material; a frame of a second material mounted on the first external layer; an agent-releasing formulation housed within the frame; and a second external layer of the first material mounted on the frame.
Patent CA-2638128-C (CA)
Inventor: WALLIN ARNE
IPC: E04F15/02
Filed: 2008-07-23
Granted: 2016-06-21
Abstract: A multilayer tile flooring panel for flooring particularly in basements and on other grade applications having a prepared earth base, or layer of aggregate or gravel and the like has a cementitious top surface, a lower density intermediate layer preferably incorporating expanded polymeric beads mixed with cement, and a lower layer reinforced by tension-bearing fibers embedded therein. The interface between the top and middle insulative layers may be upwardly domed to reduce the tendency for cracks to form in the bottom surface of the top layer.  Channels formed along the edges of such flooring panels allow insertion of heat transfer tubing to provide a hydronic floor surface. A composite flooring panel may have cementitious top and bottom surfaces with an intermediate lower density layer there between, Such intermediate layer may be divided into two portions by a water impervious layer that serves as a binder and vapor barrier.  Flooring panels according to the invention are laid-out on a prepared surface such as a prepared earth base or layer of aggregate or gavel on mortar pads positioned along edges and corners of the flooring panels, leaving a continuous under air space which may be ventilated to remove moisture, soil gases and radon gas.
Patent CA-2638754-C (CA)
Inventor: GRAY MATTHEW K
IPC: H04W88/08
Filed: 2002-09-05
Granted: 2013-04-02
Abstract: A locale simulator, for use in defining the placement of access points (APs) within an area monitored by a wireless device location and tracking system including a network having a plurality of APs is provided. The simulator has one or more computing devices and a set of storage devices coupled to the computing devices. The storage devices include various parameters including area data, AP data and wireless device data. The locale simulator also has a simulation module, hosted on the computing device, and configured to generate a digital area model and determine placement of the APs within the digital area model as a function of the AP data and the wireless device data.
Patent CA-2638876-C (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for maximizing the sustainable flash of a handheld portable electronic device
Inventor: GERIS RYAN
IPC: G03B15/05
Filed: 2008-08-19
Granted: 2012-01-31
Abstract: A method and apparatus for maintaining a maximum sustained flash current over the whole length of a flash using a programmable current drive in a handheld portable device powered by a battery. The method involves measuring the battery voltage before and after a flash is initiated and calculating the equivalent series resistance (ESR) of the battery. The calculated ESR is then used to adjust the flash current. The process may be repeated to correct for errors in the flash current.
Patent CA-2647036-C (CA)
Inventor: ZHANG CHENGZHI
IPC: C07D495/14
Filed: 2007-03-20
Granted: 2015-06-23
Abstract: This invention relates to compounds of Formula (I), wherein the variables are as disclosed in the specification, to pharmaceutical compositions containing them, to methods of making the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions, and to methods of using the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions for treating or preventing disorders, in particular cancer.
Patent CA-2647630-C (CA)
Title: Manual evacuation system
Inventor: LEBEOUF WILLIAM E
IPC: B65D33/01
Filed: 2008-12-19
Granted: 2011-07-12
Abstract: A gastight interface for an evacuation device comprises a flexible suction cup adapted to form a gastight seal with a surface surrounding a valve disposed on a container and extending from an evacuation end of an evacuation chamber. The flexible suction cup has an aperture disposed therethrough for fluid communication with the evacuation chamber. A plurality of support members extends from the evacuation end of the evacuation chamber to restrict movement of the flexible suction cup between the surface and the evacuation end of the evacuation chamber to allow fluid communication between an interior of the container and the evacuation chamber through the valve when the valve is in an open position while the piston is being reciprocated between the closed end and the evacuation end. Each support member has a distal surface disposed outside of an outer perimeter of the flexible suction cup.
Patent CA-2648043-C (CA)
Inventor: ROCHELLE JONATHAN
IPC: G06F17/24
Filed: 2007-03-30
Granted: 2013-05-07
Abstract: A distributed spreadsheet application executes at a server and a client in a network. The networked spreadsheet application can generally be used without requiring a user to install any specific spreadsheet software prior to using the application. In one implementation, the spreadsheet application may include a client engine that executes within browser programs of a plurality of client computing devices and server logic. The server logic may be configured to distribute the client engines to the plurality of client computing devices of the spreadsheet application when requested through the browser programs of each of the plurality of client computing devices. The server logic synchronizes a single spreadsheet document that is simultaneously open at the plurality of client computing devices.
Patent CA-2652646-C (CA)
Title: Method for controlling or regulating the air pressure in a compressed air supply device
Inventor: FRIES ANSGAR
IPC: B60T17/02
Filed: 2007-05-16
Granted: 2014-10-28
Abstract: A method for controlling and/or regulating the air pressure in a compressed air supply device for a utility vehicle comprises: recording at least one pressure value in the compressed air supply device and/or in vehicle components connected to the compressed air supply device; determining a humidity value representing the humidity content in an air filter unit associated with the compressed air supply device; opening a clutch connecting a drive to a compressor; and a discharge valve of the compressed air supply device opening when the pressure value is above a pre-determined minimum value and the humidity value exceeds a pre-determined threshold value. The clutch may be opened and the discharge valve may remain closed when it is indicated that the clutch can be engaged, the pressure value reaches a pre-determined cutting-off pressure, and the humidity value is below the pre-determined threshold value.
Patent CA-2657641-C (CA)
Title: Procede de production de polyolefines utilisant des catalyseurs metallocenes
Inventor: WU MARGARET MAY-SOM
IPC: C08F6/02
Filed: 2007-04-26
Granted: 2012-12-11
Abstract: Cette invention concerne un procédé de production de polyoléfines faisant appel à un ou plusieurs catalyseurs de polymérisation homogènes ou colloïdaux, le catalyseur résiduel étant éliminé à l'aide d'un sorbant solide.
Patent CA-2660045-C (CA)
Title: Rock drilling apparatus and method for controlling rock drilling apparatus
Inventor: KEMPPAINEN TIMO
IPC: E21B44/00
Filed: 2007-08-09
Granted: 2012-10-09
Abstract: A rock drilling apparatus with several actuator units (2a to 4b), a user interface control unit (6), and at least one control means (7 to 9) connected to the user in- terface control unit (6) for controlling the functions of the rock drilling apparatus (1), and for each actuator unit (2a to 4b), a control element connected under the control of the user interface control unit (6) for controlling the operation of the actuator unit (2a to 4b) in accordance with control signals provided by the user interface control unit (6), and a method for controlling the rock drilling apparatus. When the control element of an actuator unit (2a to 4b) of the rock drilling apparatus turns faulty, the control element of another actuator unit (2a to 4b) is connected to control the first actuator unit (2a to 4b) when the other actuator unit (2a to 4b) need not be controlled.
Patent CA-2661139-C (CA)
Inventor: ORAL HAMID A
IPC: G05G1/01
Filed: 2007-08-10
Granted: 2015-02-17
Abstract: A method and system for controlling engine throttle are provided. A torque sensor and a speed sensor are adapted to sense the speed of the non-driven wheels. The engine throttle is controlled based on the torque signal and the wheel speed signal. A  desired throttle value is determined using an engine torque and a target engine speed to prevent driven wheel slip.
Patent CA-2667001-C (CA)
Inventor: KOCH TIMOTHY G
IPC: E01H5/06
Filed: 2009-05-27
Granted: 2013-07-09
Abstract: A snow plow including a quick connect/disconnect hitch. The snow plow includes a hitch frame nose assembly configured to couple to a vehicle. The hitch frame nose assembly includes a chassis coupler secured at each end of a hitch frame tube with each chassis coupler including a traverse pin. A plow frame is included with the plow frame having a front portion and a rear portion. A plow blade is coupled to the front portion of the plow frame. A lift bar assembly is coupled to the rear portion of the plow frame. A  lift bar assembly includes a pair of notched members with each notch member aligned with a corresponding chassis coupler of the hitch frame nose assembly.  Each of the notched members is configured to engage the traverse pin in each of the chassis couplers, wherein the snow plow is pivotally coupled to the vehicle.
Patent CA-2667741-C (CA)
Title: Procede de blindage d'une fenetre
Inventor: BROOS JOHANNES PIETER FRANS
IPC: E06B5/10
Filed: 2007-10-26
Granted: 2015-04-14
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un procédé de blindage d'une fenêtre d'un objet existant comprenant l'application d'une couche de polymère transparente à une surface de la fenêtre. La couche est normalement appliquée à une surface tournée vers l'intérieur de l'objet. En particulier l'invention peut être utilisée pour le vitrage d'un immeuble ou d'un véhicule.