baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent CA-2406836-A1 (CA)
Title: Image processing device
Inventor: NAGANO TAKAHIRO
IPC: G06T7/20
Filed: 2002-02-19
Abstract: The present invention relates to an image processing apparatus in which a mixture ratio indicating the mixture state of a plurality of objects can be detected. A  normal--equation-adder 441 extracts mixed pixel data, and also extracts background pixel data corresponding to the mixed pixel data so as to generate relational expressions for the mixed pixel data and the background pixel data. A  normal--equation calculator 442 detects a single mixture ratio in accordance with a predetermined number of consecutive frames based on the relational expressions. The present invention is applicable to an image processing apparatus in which a difference between a signal detected by a sensor and the real world is taken into consideration.
Patent CA-2408555-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HARALDSSON ULF
IPC: D21F1/02
Filed: 2001-04-27
Abstract: L'invention concerne une caisse d'arrivée d'une forme de formation par voie humide d'une bande de fibres. Cette caisse comprend des volets (14) qui séparent des canaux (15) dans la chambre à règle (8) de la caisse d'arrivée. Ces canaux communiquent avec des canaux à turbulences (6), chaque volet étant monté dans un élément d'ancrage (10) par un système qui est constitué d'un élément pivot (16) du volet et d'une rainure d'engagement (11) pratiquée dans l'élément d'ancrage. Selon l'invention, le système de montage comprend également une barre d'assemblage (23) dotée d'une protubérance (24) destinée à être logée dans ladite rainure d'engagement pour former un joint rigide et d'une rainure de pivotement (25), réalisée à une certaine distance de l'élément d'ancrage et dotée d'une ouverture latérale (26) ouverte vers le volet (14) et ayant des surface pivot opposées (27). L'élément pivot (16) du volet est conçu pour être reçu dans la rainure de pivotement (25) pour coopérer avec ses surfaces pivot (27) et former un axe de pivot (28). L'invention concerne également un tel système de montage et un procédé de montage d'un volet à l'aide d'un tel système de montage.
Patent CA-2409316-A1 (CA)
Title: Seal assembly for reciprocating shaft
Inventor: FOOTE DEAN
IPC: F16J15/56
Filed: 2002-10-22
Abstract: A seal assembly for a reciprocating shaft includes a body having a bore and a shaft adapted to move reciprocally within the body between an extended position extending from the body and a retracted position retracted within the body. The shaft has a first seal travel area which is in contact with a first seal during axial reciprocating movement of the shaft. The shaft has a second seal travel area which is in contact with a second seal during axial reciprocating movement of the shaft. The first seal travel area and the second seal travel area are axially spaced separate and distinct areas on the shaft. Damage to the exposed portion of the first seal travel area leading to a failure of the first circumferential seal, does not lead to failure of the second circumferential seal.
Patent CA-2409494-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BENNETT ROBERT J
IPC: H01T1/14
Filed: 2002-10-23
Abstract: A surge protector having a failsafe mechanism including at least one overvoltage protection element, at least one arm assembly, at least one ground element, at least one resilient member, and at least one protrusion. The at least one resilient member is electrically connected to the at least one ground element and the at least one protrusion is generally positioned between the at least one resilient member and the at least one arm assembly. The at least one protrusion is in thermal contact with the at least one resilient member, prevents the at least one resilient member from electrically contacting the at least one arm assembly during normal operation, and is spaced away from the at least one arm assembly. As a result of a sustained overvoltage condition, the temperature of the at least one resilient member increases thereby softening the at least one protrusion and allowing the at least one resilient member to electrically contact the at least one arm assembly to short the at least one arm assembly to the ground element.
Patent CA-2410563-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HALLENBECK JOHN M
IPC: A61K38/095
Filed: 2001-05-23
Abstract: L'invention concerne une méthode pour réduire les lésions liées à un accident vasculaire cérébral en traitant un mammifère avec E-selectin. Ce traitement induit chez le mammifère une tolérance à E-selectin . L'autre aspect de l'invention est une méthode pour induire chez le mammifère une tolérance à E-selectin par administrations intra-nasales d'E-selectin, de préférence à fortes doses. Ces méthodes actuelles sont surtout appropriées pour être utilisées chez des patients à risque accru d'accident vasculaire cérébral ou qui peuvent le devenir.
Patent CA-2411593-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JANSSEN JEFFREY R
IPC: C09J7/02
Filed: 2001-06-19
Abstract: A method of adhesively bonding an adhesive coated, semi-rigid film (80) to a substrate (32) is reported. The method utilizes at least two alignment tools (10) that are each positioned to substantially contact the surface of a substrate at an outer edge of the substrate. The adhesive-coated, semi-rigid film (80) is then interposed between the first and the second alignment tools (10) and the adhesive (84) is brought into contact with the major surface of the substrate (32). The semi-rigid film (80) is then aligned by contacting a first side edge of the semi-rigid film with a major surface of a first alignment tool and contacting a second side edge of the semi-rigid film with a major surface of a second alignment tool such that the film is aligned relative to the edge of the substrate. After alignment, pressure is applied to at least a portion of the surface area of the first side of the semi-rigid film to effectuate adhesive bonding of the film to the major surface of the substrate (32). Optionally, an application fluid may be provided between the adhesive layer (84) the semi-rigid film (80) to aid in positioning of the semi-rigid film.
Patent CA-2412341-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for an automated injection molding configuring and manufacturing system
Inventor: FISCHER JONATHON
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 2001-06-18
Abstract: The method and apparatus of the present invention includes a computer implemented injection molding configuring subsystem which enables a customer  to interactively specify and design a system using a mix of parameters that the customer specifies and are manufacturing process determined. The configuring subsystem is connected to a computer network such as the Interne t. The method and apparatus of the present invention further includes a computerized business and processing subsystem in communication with the configuring subsystem. The computerized business subsystem automatically provides a cost and schedule for a system configured by the configuring subsystem and additionally processes an order for the system. The processing  subsystem automatically processes he customer's inputs and generates drawing s for the configured system.
Patent CA-2417356-A1 (CA)
Title: Directed differentiation of embryonic cells
Inventor: BENVENISTY NISSIM
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2001-07-31
Abstract: Methods are described for mapping a pathway of differentiation of a populati on of embryonic cells which includes exposing the cells to an exogenous factor and measuring gene expression products that are characteristic of a particul ar cell type or lineage. Directing differentiation of human embryonic cells relies on dissociated embryoid bodies which are then exposed to one or more exogenous factors to enrich a culture for a particular cell type. The differentiated cells may be used for treating a medical condition in a human . Kits for determining differentiation pathways and screening exogenous factor s for their utility in differentiation are provided.
Patent CA-2418146-A1 (CA)
Title: Use of matrix metalloprotease inhibitors for the treatment of cancer
Inventor: SIMON CHRISTIAN
IPC: A61K45/00
Filed: 2001-07-17
Abstract: The invention relates to the use of an active agent, particularly an inhibitor, in treating cancer by influencing, preferably inhibiting the expression of matrix-metalloproteases. The targets for this active agent can especially related to downstream regulators of the matrix-metalloprotease 9 (MMP-9) signal transduction pathway. According to the invention, especially inhibitors of p38beta and p38gamma as also of mitogen-activated kinase kinase 6 (MKK6) and mitogen-activated kinase kinase 3 (MKK3) can be applied.
Patent CA-2418880-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KURTZ RUDIGER
IPC: D21G1/00
Filed: 2003-02-13
Abstract: Wide nip calender arrangement and process for glazing a paper or cardboard web that includes a back pressure surface, a support shoe arrangement, and a circulating jacket loaded by the support shoe arrangement in a direction of the back pressure surface to form a wide nip. A moistening device is arranged before, relative to a web travel direction, an intake to the wide nip, and a calibration nip is arranged behind, relative to a web travel direction, a discharge from the wide nip. The instant abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.
Patent CA-2427155-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KERBER PHILIP S
IPC: A47F9/04
Filed: 2003-04-29
Abstract: A checkout console for use with a counter-top or conveyor belt point-of-sale checkout stand. The checkout console can support a cash drawer, printer, keyboard, and other such peripheral equipment, and can be mounted so that the top shelf is above a bar code scanner. By positioning the console between the cashier and the customer, twisting and turning be the cashier is greatly reduced. The console, once mounted, is vertically adjustable on demand.
Patent CA-2430006-A1 (CA)
Inventor: REMMERS LEE E
IPC: A47F5/01
Filed: 2003-05-28
Abstract: A shelf includes a plurality of integrated hook members supporting a rod member to provide free movement of items supported by the rod member. The hook members are integrally connected to support members of the shelf deck to support the rod member for use in, for example, hanging items thereon.
Patent CA-2431272-A1 (CA)
Title: Microwave treatment of objects and single-piece components
Inventor: DELMOTTE MICHEL
IPC: H05B6/70
Filed: 2001-12-07
Abstract: The invention concerns a device for microwave treatment in an applicator (1), characterised in that it comprises, arranged in the applicator, impedance adapting dielectric means (2, 7, 8) having shapes and dimensions adapted to the objects (10) to be treated and to the characteristics of wave propagation modes.
Patent CA-2433090-A1 (CA)
Title: Dipeptidyl peptidase iv inhibitor
Inventor: MATSUNO KENJI
IPC: A61P3/10
Filed: 2001-12-27
Abstract: A compound represented by the general formula (I): A-B-D <wherein A represents optionally substituted 1-pyrrolidinyl, optionally substituted 3-thiazolidinyl, optionally substituted 1-oxo-3-thiozolidinyl, etc.; B represents a group represented by a)-(C(R1~)(R2~))~kCO- (wherein k is an integer of 1 to 6 and R1~ and R2~ are the same or different and each represents hydrogen, hydroxy, halogeno, etc.), etc.; and D represents a group represented by -U-V [wherein U represents optionally substituted piperazinediyl, etc. and V represents a group represented by -E-R7~ (wherein E represents a single bond, -CO-, -C(=O)O- , or -SO~2- and R7~ represents hydrogen, optionally substituted alkyl, etc.)], etc.> or a pharmacologically acceptable salt of the compound.
Patent CA-2435059-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCNERNEY GERALD JOSEPH
IPC: G05D7/06
Filed: 2003-07-15
Abstract: A thermostatic valve is controlled by a motor that receives signals from an electronic control module (ECM). The ECM sends an electric signal corresponding to a desired outlet stream temperature to the motor, which turns the thermostatic valve to a location corresponding to the desired temperature. The ECM also adapts the thermostatic valve capacity to outlet flow demands by restricting and opening inlet valves, ensuring that the thermostatic valve can maintain an equilibrium temperature for both high and low outlet flow applications.
Patent CA-2436419-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GONDOLFE JOSEPH
IPC: B01D11/04
Filed: 2002-02-12
Abstract: A process for pretreating a oily/water stream for closed loop dilution steam production within an ethylene plant using countercurrent multi-stage extraction to remove both free and dissolved organic solutes from in-situ (net) quench water with an organic solvent to yield an aqueous raffinate containing only residual amounts of organic solute.  The raffinate is steam stripped to remove the residual organic solutes, yielding a pretreated quench water stream substantially of organic material. The pretreated quench water is suitable for reuse to generate dilution steam (without fouling). The (solvent) extract from extraction is regenerated in a solvent regenerator having an overhead stream for purging light ends, a bottom stream for purging heavy ends, and a heart-cut side stream for recycling solvent to the extractor. Alternatively, solvent may be taken as a heart-cut or equivalent from an existing ethylene and/or refinery plant process stream, once passed through the multi-stage solvent extraction unit, and then returned to the processing unit of the plant from which it was taken.
Patent CA-2436452-A1 (CA)
Title: A compound and method of treatment for fungal pathologies of the oral cavity
Inventor: LIPTON JAMES M
IPC: A61K38/00
Filed: 2002-01-22
Abstract: The broadest aspect of the invention is a composition and method of treatmen t of fungal pathologies of the oral cavity or fungal growth on the surface of dentures. A preferred embodiment of the invention is a pharmacologically effective amount of a peptide selected from the group of peptides with a C- terminal sequence consisting of KPV, HFRWGKPV, and SYSMEHFRWGKPV in combination with a therapeutically effective amount of a fungicide selected from the group consisting of: itraconazole, econazole, ketoconazole, miconazole and fluconazole. Another embodiment of the invention is a method for treating fungal pathologies of the of oral cavity and dentures by application of a pharmacologically effective amount of a peptide selected fr om the group of peptides with a C-terminal sequence consisting of KPV, HFRWGKPV , and SYSMEHFRWGKPV in combination with a therapeutically effective amount of a fungicide selected from the group consisting of: itraconazole, econazole, ketoconazole, miconazole and fluconazole. In yet another embodiment of the invention these peptides are used in combination with a therapeutically effective amount of gram positive and/or gram negative antibiotics.
Patent CA-2437487-A1 (CA)
Title: Device for processing card-shaped information carriers, such as cheque cards, credit cards, id cards or similar cards
Inventor: BERNDTSSON ANDERS
IPC: G06K17/00
Filed: 2003-08-18
Abstract: A device for processing card-shaped information carriers has at least one track, at least one processing station with at least one movable carrier with a plurality of holding elements, at least one delivery element located between the track and the movable carrier, so that the cards are taken by a first delivery element from the path and transferred on the holding elements of the carrier, and then are taken by a second delivery element from the holding elements of the carrier and transferred onto the path, wherein each of the delivery elements has a wheel drivingly rotatable in a rotary direction and provided on its outer periphery with a plurality of holders which are spaced from one another in a peripheral direction for receiving, holding and delivering the cards.
Patent CA-2441140-A1 (CA)
Title: Electric shaver having movable cutter units
Inventor: KOBAYASHI HIROSHI
IPC: B26B19/04
Filed: 2003-09-16
Abstract: An electric shaver including a shaver main body and a cutter head, which is installed on the upper portion of the shaver main body and has cutter units each having an outer cutter and an inner cutter that reciprocates while making sliding contact with the inside surface of the outer cutter, in which at least one cutter unit is provided with a foil-form outer cutter, and such cutter unit having the foil-form outer cutter is provided so as to be movable, within the cutter head, between a standard position and a predetermined upper or lower position so that the cutter unit is fixed in place at one of the standard, upper and lower positions.
Patent CA-2442206-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCCURRY RONALD C
IPC: B25F3/00
Filed: 2003-09-23
Abstract: A power tool coupling system for coupling two boom members of a split-boom power tool. The coupling system includes a first section and a second section. The first section is adapted to be fixedly attached to an end of a first one of the boom members. The first section includes an aperture for receiving a locating member on a second one of the boom members. The second section is movably connected to the first section. The second section is adapted to depress the locating member, while the locating member is located in the aperture of the first section, when the second section is moved from a first to a second position.
Patent CA-2445637-A1 (CA)
Title: Combined curling broom and delivery extension
Inventor: GRAVES HERBERT G
IPC: A63B71/02
Filed: 2003-10-16
Abstract: As curlers get older, they often encounter physical or medical problems which make it difficult for them to get down in the "Hack" to deliver a curling stone.      In the past,such conditions usually meant that a curler's career was ended. Fortunately, in recent years, the Curling Associations have approved the use of an "extension stick" by which these individuals can deliver a stone from the standing position.      A variety of "extension sticks" are on the market and most of them consist of a metal or wooden pole with a spring or plastic end which fits loosely over the handle of the stone While the "extension sticks" currently available are generally acceptable, they are separate from the curling broom and must be carried with it and constantly moved from one end of the curling ice sheet to the other as the game progresses. This device involves the modification of the curling broom so that it may be used for both delivery of a stone and also for sweeping.
Patent CA-2446379-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for measurement domain data association in passive coherent location applications
Inventor: BRENNER ROBERT H
IPC: G01S13/00
Filed: 2002-05-06
Abstract: A system and method for measurement domain data association in a passive coherent location system is disclosed. According to the system and method, detection reports are received and associated with line tracks. The detection reports correlate to target signals received at the passive coherent location system. Measurements of the detection report correlate to the data of the target signals. A line track state estimation function associates new detection reports with the line tracks and estimates update states for the line tracks. A signal type is determined. Kalman filters are selected for the measurements according to the signal type. Measurement residuals are computed for the detection reports according to the Kalman filters. The detection reports are selected for association with the line tracks according to the residuals. The line tracks can be merged or terminated during updates according to specific criteria. Further, new line tracks are initialized as new targets are detected.
Patent CA-2447196-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HANNEGAN DON M
IPC: E21B33/08
Filed: 2003-10-28
Abstract: The present invention generally relates to an apparatus and method for sealing a tubular string. In one aspect, a drilling system is provided. The drilling system includes a rotating control head for sealing the tubular string while permitting axial movement of the string relative to the rotating control head. The drilling system also includes an actuating fluid for actuating the rotating control head and maintaining a pressure differential between a fluid pressure in the rotating control head and a wellbore pressure. Additionally, the drilling system includes a cooling medium for passing through the rotating control head. In another aspect, a rotating control head is provided. In yet another aspect, a method for sealing a tubular in a rotating control head is provided.
Patent CA-2449178-A1 (CA)
Title: Sealing member in an injection molding machine
Inventor: BLAIS PAUL
IPC: B29C45/27
Filed: 2002-06-03
Abstract: In an injection molding system providing a supply of flowable material to a mold cavity, a hot runner system comprising a sealing member (10) located between two manifolds (44, 50) that concentrates the sealing pressure adjacent the melt channels.
Patent CA-2450554-A1 (CA)
Title: Infusion fluid container support
Inventor: POLSKI STANLEY C
IPC: A61M5/168
Filed: 2003-11-24
Abstract: Apparatus and methods for use in ophthalmic surgery in which a container for fluid is connected to a line through which fluid flows to a surgical handpiece for the irrigation of a patient's eye are provided. A sensor emits a magnetic field. and a detector causes another magnetic field to be generated. The interaction of the two magnetic fields causes a pulse to be generated. Based on the timing of the generated pulse, the apparatus or method determines the absolute position of the support coupled to the container and adjusts the height of the support. Circuitry is also provided to prevent changes in height of the support by preventing supply of drive currents and by applying a hold current or by generating an electro motive force.
Patent CA-2451779-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HUNT ROSS A
IPC: B62K13/00
Filed: 2003-12-23
Abstract: A recumbent cycle and wheelchair tandem combination that converts between a wheelchair and recumbent cycle combination and individually a recumbent bicycle and wheelchair or a recumbent tricycle and wheelchair. This combination allows a system of transport for a wheelchair dependent person and their companion or attendant, which when disconnected allows each rider an independent means of transport.
Patent CA-2454428-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for authenticating a mailpiece sender
Inventor: COFFY JEAN-HIRAM
IPC: G07B17/00
Filed: 2003-12-24
Abstract: A method and system for authenticating the sender of a mailpiece is described for identifying certain mailpieces as originating from known trusted senders. In one configuration, biometric information and/or biometric metadata is captured when a user writes on a mailpiece with a digital pen.      That data is then compared to reference data in a database. Registrant data is then loaded into storage device on the mailpiece and may be digitally signed and/or encrypted by the trusted third party. In another configuration, a mailpiece includes the signature of a sender and the biometric data includes authentication data obtained from the signature that is compared to the biometric data related to the signature obtained during a sender registration process.
Patent CA-2454558-A1 (CA)
Title: Contact lens cleaning and storage device
Inventor: CHEPURNY MARK PHILIP
IPC: A61L12/08
Filed: 2004-01-20
Abstract: A Contact Lens Cleaning and Storage Device with left and right side cleaning reservoirs that, independent of each other, receives a quantity of clean solution and contact lenses, having agitating bosses, circular stops and drive system links an one quadrant, a drive system, a motor to operate the drive system, a bottom housing having holders to accommodate the cleaning reservoirs and motor, a top housing having circular cut outs to allow the top portion of the cleaning reservoirs to protrude, an on/off switch, a way to supply power to the motor, and caps for the cleaning reservoir's to prevent the cleaning solution from splashing out. A preferred embodiment includes the cleaning reservoir agitating bosses having the front side curved and the backside flat and a drive system comprising a drive arm and a drive cam.