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Patent CA-2539678-A1 (CA)
Title: Portable storage container
Inventor: APPS WILLIAM P
IPC: B65D21/032
Filed: 2006-03-15
Abstract: A portable storage container that both stacks and nests with similar containers includes a plurality of walls extending upwardly from a floor. At least one bail member is moveable between a plurality of positions for supporting the similar containers at varying heights. The bail member includes a support portion and two arms extending transversely from the support portion. A projection extends laterally from between axial ends of each arm.
Patent CA-2539723-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ST ANGELO DAVID
IPC: H02J9/06
Filed: 2004-09-21
Abstract: Electrical systems, power supply apparatuses, and power supply operational methods are described. According to one aspect, an electrical system includes an electrical entity configured to utilize electrical energy, and wherein the electrical entity comprises a communications interface, and a power supply apparatus configured to provide the electrical energy for use by the electrical entity, and wherein the power supply apparatus comprises a support system, a plurality of battery assemblies configured to be removably coupled with and supported by the support system, wherein individual ones of the battery assemblies comprise at least one rechargeable electrochemical device configured to provide the electrical energy, at least one power terminal configured to couple with the electrical entity and to provide the electrical energy from the electrochemical device to the electrical entity, and a communications interface configured to implement communications with the communications interface of the electrical entity, and wherein the electrical entity and the power supply apparatus are configured to implement the communications comprising at least one of status information regarding the power supply apparatus from the power supply apparatus to the electrical entity and a command regarding an operation of the power supply apparatus from the electrical entity to the power supply apparatus.
Patent CA-2539947-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HSIEH JENNY
IPC: C12Q1/02
Filed: 2004-09-24
Abstract: Adult neural stem cells differentiate into neurons, astrocytes, and oligodendrocytes in the mammalian CNS, but the molecular mechanisms that control their differentiation are not yet well understood. Insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) can promote the differentiation of cells already committed to an oligodendroglial lineage during development. However, it is unclear whether IGF-I affects multipotent neural stem cells. Here we show that IGF-I  stimulates the differentiation of multipotent adult rat hippocampus-derived neural progenitor cells into oligodendrocytes. Modeling analysis indicates that the actions of IGF-I are instructive. Oligodendrocyte differentiation by IGF-I appears to be mediated through an inhibition of BMP signaling.  Furthermore, overexpression of IGF-I in the hippocampus leads to an increase in oligodendrocyte markers. These data demonstrate the existence of a single molecule, IGF-I, that can influence the fate choice of multipotent adult neural progenitor cells to an oligodendroglial lineage.
Patent CA-2541659-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CARROLL MICHAEL E
IPC: E04B1/48
Filed: 2006-04-03
Abstract: An apparatus for forming concrete includes a form having a slot configured to closely receive a plate. The slot is defined by one or more annular surfaces having central axes perpendicular to a direction in which the slot receives the plate. A method for forming same includes providing a sheet of form material; disposing a release layer on the sheet; cutting the sheet into a plurality of forms having a predetermined form height; and cutting a slot in each of each of the plurality of forms. Another apparatus for forming concrete includes a plate having a first portion and a second portion. An elastomer coating is disposed on the first portion. When disposed in a joint defined by a first volume of concrete and a second volume of concrete, the first volume of concrete adheres only to the elastomer coating and the second volume of concrete adheres only to the second portion. A method for forming concrete includes providing a plate having a coated first portion and a second portion; providing a form having a slot configured to closely receive the second portion; inserting the second portion in the slot;  positioning the form to receive concrete; pouring a volume of concrete on the form and the first portion; curing the volume of concrete and defining cured concrete; and removing the form from the cured concrete. The plate remains in the cured concrete.
Patent CA-2543073-A1 (CA)
Title: Water filtration system having removable filter panels
Inventor: DREYER HAROLD B
IPC: B01D29/00
Filed: 2004-10-25
Abstract: A water filtration panel and a system containing the same are disclosed. The water filtration panel include a substantially rigid frame having a first face, a second face, and an inner dimension; a sheet of fabric material that permits water to flow therethrough, the fabric material being secured to the substantially rigid frame in a manner whereby substantially all water passing through the inner dimension of the frame passes through the fabric material; a sealing member connected to the first face of the substantially rigid frame;  and an adjustable expansion member contacting the second face of the substantially rigid frame. Also disclosed is a retainer that is used to couple the fabric material to the substantially rigid frame.
Patent CA-2544059-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ROLFE ANDREW R
IPC: G10L17/00
Filed: 2004-11-12
Abstract: A system for obtaining a digital signature incorporates two communication channels, and at least one of third-party data sources, geographic correlation algorithms, speech recognition algorithms, voice biometric comparison algorithms, and mechanisms to convert textual data into speech. A site visitor's identity can be verified using one or all of such features in combination with a visitors address on one of the channels.
Patent CA-2544932-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CARLIN EDWARD PAUL
IPC: A61F13/20
Filed: 2004-11-22
Abstract: A tampon for feminine hygiene that has an insertion end, a withdrawal end, a length, a radius, a longitudinal axis, a radial axis, and an outer surface.  The tampon is made of compressed fibrous material. A measured portion of the outer surface of the insertion end of the tampon includes a first surface area. A measured portion of the outer surface of the withdrawal end includes a second surface area. The first surface area is different than the second surface area. The first surface area may be greater than the second surface area.
Patent CA-2547159-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for preparing hexahydropyrimido[1,2-a]azepine-2-carboxylates and related compounds
Inventor: KOHMURA YOSHINORI
IPC: C07D239/54
Filed: 2004-12-08
Abstract: Processes for preparing 10-amino-3-hydroxy-4-oxo-4,6,7,8,9,10-hexahydropyrimido[1,2-a]azepine-2-carboxylates and related compounds are disclosed. The preparation of carboxamide derivatives from these carboxylates is also disclosed. The carboxamides are HIV integrase inhibitors and are useful for treating HIV infection and AIDS.
Patent CA-2547423-A1 (CA)
Title: A method and system for bulk soil marketing, order entry and delivery
Inventor: RAUWERDA PETER
IPC: G06Q50/02
Filed: 2006-05-19
Abstract: In a method of bulk soil order entry, delivery and marketing, an order for bulk soil bags is received and recorded, along with a delivery address. Each bag has a re-closable top portion, and an outer surface having promotional indicia thereon.      The bags are loaded onto a truck bed and transported to the delivery address. A system for delivering bulk soil also includes a forklift that is mounted on the truck during transport. The forklift is removable therefrom at the delivery address and has forklift tines that lift the bags from the truck bed by their carry straps. At the delivery address, the bags are thereafter precisely placed at a customer-specified location. Each bag is positioned with its promotional indicia outwardly displayed, in substantially unobstructed relation, from the truck bed and/or the customer-specified location.
Patent CA-2548141-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GIBSON DAVID JOHN MICHAEL
IPC: F04B43/12
Filed: 2003-12-22
Abstract: A tube holder (105) for use with a peristaltic pump includes a housing having a recess (165) for receipt of a pump rotor and a tube race around the recess.  The tube race has a first race part and a second race part, a first tube inlet (167a) into the first race part and a first tube outlet (167b) from the first race part, a second tube inlet (167c) into the second race part and a second tube outlet (167d) from the second race part. The tube is insertable in the tube race by movement in a substantially orthogonal direction relative to the tube race so that it extends in through the first tube inlet (167a), around the first race part, out through the first tube outlet (167b), in through the second tube inlet (167c), around the second race part, and out though the second tube outlet (167d).
Patent CA-2549924-A1 (CA)
Title: Biodegradable foam for sheet, process for producing the same, biodegradable molding from the foam and process for producing the same
Inventor: KITAMURA SHUUSHI
IPC: C08L67/00
Filed: 2004-12-16
Abstract: A biodegradable foam that excels in biodegradability, moldability and heat resistance and that even when utilized in food package containers, etc., ensures high safety; and a process for producing the same. There are further provided a biodegradable molding from the foam and a process for producing the same. In particular, there is provided a biodegradable foam for sheet comprising a biodegradable foam obtained by mixing together rice husk powder, starch and a biodegradable thermoplastic resin and effecting foaming of the mixture and to be molded into a sheet form, characterized in that the foaming is carried out at a foaming ratio of 15-fold or below. Preferably, the biodegradable foam for sheet is characterized in that the mixture contains 5 to 40 wt.% of rice husk powder and 5 to 30 wt.% of starch. Further, it is preferred that the biodegradable thermoplastic resin be a mixture of two or more resin components with different melting points, and especially preferred that the extensity of resin with low melting point be greater than that of resin with high melting point.
Patent CA-2551834-A1 (CA)
Inventor: STHAIR OKYO
IPC: A41G5/00
Filed: 2006-07-11
Abstract: A hair extension comprises natural or synthetic hair strands being arranged in a parallel arrangement so that the hair strands are aligned at a first attached end and a second attached end. A polyurethane base support of which the middle section the first attached end of the hair strands are secured to a left. Right securing wings are extended from the polyurethane base support. A rectangular shaped, clear double sided self adhesive tape with a removable baking is attached to the polyurethane support which has been ventilated with the natural or synthetic supplemental hair, as well as to the left and right securing wings.
Patent CA-2552450-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DOHENY EDWARD L II
IPC: B01D53/22
Filed: 2006-07-17
Abstract: A fluid distribution system includes a flexible conduit having an inlet and an outlet and a filter positioned within the conduit between the inlet and the outlet.  The filter is operable to separate air flowing through the conduit into nitrogen and permeate and to deliver the nitrogen to the outlet of the conduit. The filter is flexible for flexing movement with the conduit.
Patent CA-2552616-A1 (CA)
Title: Systems, methods, and apparatuses for reporting transient conditions in an unattended meter
Inventor: LEE ROBERT E JR
IPC: G01D4/02
Filed: 2006-07-20
Abstract: Systems, methods, and apparatuses are disclosed in which a meter (l0a-n, 50) may detect and record transient conditions for a billing period. The transient conditions may be stored in a queue (75). The meter (l0a-n, 50) may then obtain transient conditions that occur during a billing period. One or more transient conditions may be displayed by the meter (l0a-n, 50). The meter (l0a-n, 50) may also communicate the transient conditions to a communications system.
Patent CA-2554299-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BODIE CAMERON DWIGHT
IPC: B65G53/48
Filed: 2006-07-27
Abstract: A pneumatic conveyor apparatus includes a separation chamber with an input port in a wall thereof. A vacuum duct has an output end connected to the input port. An auger discharge conveyor has a lower auger intake opening in a bottom portion of the separation chamber. A suction device creates an air stream flowing from the intake end of the vacuum duct through the input port into the separation chamber, and out through an upper portion of the separation chamber. A housing connects the input port to a first portion of the auger intake opening, and a screen covers a second portion of the auger intake opening such that the air stream flows from the input port into the first portion of the auger intake opening and flows out of the second portion of the auger intake opening through the screen into the separation chamber.
Patent CA-2554598-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RAVAT PIERRE
IPC: E21B10/64
Filed: 2005-02-18
Abstract: The present invention relates to a single pass drilling apparatus, a rock bolt, use of a drill bit and a method for single pass rock bolting for reinforcement and stabilization of excavations. The single pass drilling apparatus comprises an elongated drill steel (11) having a leading (12) and a trailing end (13) with reference to a drilling direction (F). The leading end (12) has a connection portion. A one-piece drill bit (16) is utilized having rock machining means (17,18;17'18'). The drill bit is connectable to the drill steel. The single pass drilling apparatus (10) further comprises a rock bolt (21;121,221;321) adapted to at least partially enclose the drill steel (11).  The greatest diametrical dimension (DB) of the drill bit (16) is smaller than the smallest diametrical dimension (DI) of the rock bolt.
Patent CA-2555399-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HUGHES THOMAS EDWARD
IPC: A61K31/00
Filed: 2005-02-18
Abstract: The invention relates to the use of a Dipeptidyl peptidase IV inhibitor (DPP-IV inhibitor) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for the prevention, delay of progression or the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders, cognitive disorders and for improving memory (both short term and long term) and learning ability.
Patent CA-2557622-A1 (CA)
Inventor: THOMASSET JACQUES
IPC: B29C48/08
Filed: 2005-02-26
Abstract: A dose of multilayer synthetic resin for the realization of multilayer objects by compression molding, said dose having an axis of symmetry and comprising a first synthetic resin (2) and at least one fine functional layer (3) of synthetic resin forming the outer shell of a body of revolution defined about said axis of symmetry, said body of revolution comprising two ends disposed in a direction parallel to the axis of symmetry, said dose being characterized in that the functional layer (3) is imprisoned in said first synthetic resin (2), totally or in such a way that no more than a single one of said ends is not imprisoned in said first resin (2).
Patent CA-2561117-A1 (CA)
Title: Decoy nucleic acid to synoviolin gene promoter
Inventor: AMANO TETSUYA
IPC: C12N15/12
Filed: 2005-03-28
Abstract: A decoy nucleic acid to a synoviolin gene promoter; a decoy nucleic acid capable of binding to the transcriptional factor of the synoviolin gene promoter and thus inhibiting the promoter activity; and (a) a decoy nucleic acid comprising a base sequence represented by SEQ ID NO:11 or 12, or (b) a decoy nucleic acid comprising a base sequence derived from a base sequence represented by SEQ ID NO:11 or 12 by deletion, substitution or addition of one to several base and having a function of inhibiting the promoter activity.
Patent CA-2561227-A1 (CA)
Title: Procede de protection contre l'usure d'une piece thermostructurale en materiau composite a matrice ceramique, revetement et piece obtenus par ce procede
Inventor: MARTY CHRISTIAN
IPC: F02K1/78
Filed: 2006-09-27
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé de protection contre l'usure d'une pièce thermostructurale en matériau composite à matrice céramique. De façon caractéristique, on réalise un revêtement par les étapes suivantes a) on fournit un mélange comprenant de la silice colloïdale, de la poudre d'un matériau céramique réfractaire silico-alumineux et/ou alumineux et de l'eau ; b) on applique sur la pièce au moins une couche du mélange ; c) on réalise le séchage de la couche ; et d) on place la pièce à une température supérieure à 1000°C, ce qui permet de réaliser la cuisson de la couche et de former un revêtement en émail. Application à des volets mobiles de tuyère d'un turboréacteur en SiC.
Patent CA-2561472-A1 (CA)
Title: Electroactive polymer-based articulation mechanism for multi-fire surgical fastening instrument
Inventor: SWAYZE JEFFREY S
IPC: A61B17/068
Filed: 2006-09-28
Abstract: Methods and devices are provided for effecting movement of one or more components of a multifire device, such as a clip applier, hernia tacker, or skin stapler. In one exemplary embodiment, a surgical fastening instrument is provided having an elongate shaft with an end effector coupled thereto and adapted to apply one or more surgical fasteners to tissue. An electrically expandable and contractible actuator, such as an electroactive polymer actuator, can be used to drive a fastener advancing or forming assembly through the elongate shaft, thereby driving a surgical fastener into tissue. In another embodiment, an electrically expandable and contractible actuator, such as an electroactive polymer actuator, can be used to effect movement of an articulation joint formed between the elongate shaft and the end effector.
Patent CA-2562758-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for preventing electric shocking
Inventor: WISE CHARLES MICHAEL
IPC: H01R24/06
Filed: 2005-04-26
Abstract: A safety electrical plug (30) has two-part prongs (34, 36). Each prong has a distal portion (42) that is electrically insulated and a proximal portion (40) that is conductive. Substantially full insertion of the plug (30) into a receptacle (10) is required to establish an electrical connection between the prongs (34, 36) and the receptacle contacts (24). This limits the chance of electric shocking by human or animal engagement of the exposed portions of the prongs subsequent to only partial insertion of the plug into the receptacle, and signals the partially-inserted condition when subsequent attempts to operate an electrical appliance connected to the plug fails. The conductive prong portions (40, 44, 52a, 54a, 62a, 64a, 72a, 74a, 82a, 84a, 86a) may be inserts in a nonconductive base (42, 46, 52, 54, 62, 64, 72, 74, 82, 84, 86), or be the entire proximal portions, which may optionally mount a strip of non~conductive material along their edges.
Patent CA-2564799-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MICHELS MARK
IPC: A61B17/84
Filed: 2005-04-21
Abstract: A sternal reconstruction system for securing parts of a sternum includes at least one flexible cable with crimp fitting, at least one cannulated screw and at least one reconstruction plate. Circumferential or parasternal fixation may be brought about by use of a sternal reconstruction system including a flexible cable and crimp fitting alone; a sternal reconstruction system including a flexible cable, crimp fitting and cannulated screws; or a system including a flexible cable, crimp fitting, cannulated screws and one or more reconstruction plates. The reconstruction plates are typically planar, having an upper and a lower surface, and containing generally perpendicular and transverse plate holes. The generally perpendicular plate holes are countersunk to better accommodate the heads of the cannulated bone screws.  Also provided is a kit for sternal reconstruction.
Patent CA-2565294-A1 (CA)
Title: Identification of antibody-producing cells
Inventor: LAWSON ALASTAIR DAVID GRIFFITH
IPC: C12N5/0781
Filed: 2005-06-10
Abstract: The present invention provides an automated homogeneous assay for identifying an antibody- producing cell producing an antibody which binds to a selected antigen, especially a high yielding antibody-producing cell.
Patent CA-2569225-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DAVIES LAURENCE W
IPC: E06B3/964
Filed: 2006-11-09
Abstract: A corner joint between two frame lineals of a pultruded window frame is defined by inserting a leg of a corner member into a hollow interior of each lineal and attaching the legs to the lineals by adhesive. Each leg has a plurality of surfaces thereof each having a first portion at the corner which lies closely adjacent a corresponding surface of the first lineal and a second portion, at the end of the first portion remote from the corner which tapers inwardly away from the corresponding surface of the first lineal such that a spacing therebetween increases in the direction away from the corner. The adhesive is applied to the tapered portion and the taper acts to force the adhesive along the leg to the first portion and to the ends of the lineals where the excess can be wiped away.
Patent CA-2569682-A1 (CA)
Title: Packaging of meat products with modified atmospheres and/or enhancers
Inventor: CUNDITH CURTIS
IPC: A23L5/40
Filed: 2005-06-10
Abstract: Packaged meat products, methods of packaging meat, and systems for packaging meat. With respect to packaged meat products, one particular embodiment of a packaged meat product comprises a container having a low gas permeability and an enclosed interior volume. The packaged meat product further includes a meat product enclosed within the interior volume of the container and a modified atmosphere comprising not greater than about 10% carbon monoxide within the interior volume of the container. The meat product has a first volume less than the interior volume, and the modified atmosphere has a second volume such that a volume ratio of the second volume to the first volume is not greater than approximately 1:1.
Patent CA-2570033-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DIXIT SHITAL
IPC: C12N15/62
Filed: 2005-06-09
Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of transgenic plants with given phenotypes, especially plants with enhanced drought tolerance. Provided are SHINE proteins and nucleic acid sequences encoding these, which are useful in conferring these phenotypes to plants.
Patent CA-2574407-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RIOS ARTURO
IPC: F28F17/00
Filed: 2007-01-18
Abstract: A shield for an evaporator assembly is configured to be attachable to a coil slab of a multi-poise coil without requiring the use of any fasteners.  The shield comprises a first extension member, a second extension member, a bottom member disposed between the first and second extension members, and a lip member extending from the extension member. The first extension member is configured to be positioned on an inner surface of the coil slab. The lip member is configured to be positioned on an outer surface of the coil slab.
Patent CA-2574997-A1 (CA)
Title: Pharmaceutical composition comprising drospirenone and ethynylestradiol
Inventor: SANDRONE CARLOS ARIEL
IPC: A61P15/18
Filed: 2005-08-02
Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition that comprises drospirenone and ethynylestradiol with an improved dissolution rate. A method of preparation of a pharmaceutical formulation that comprises drospirenone and ethynylestradiol in order to improve its dissolution profile. Said formulation can be used to produce an anovulatory effect when administered correctly in humans.
Patent CA-2576116-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GIRALDO LUIS B
IPC: E21D21/00
Filed: 2007-01-29
Abstract: A rock bolt having a modified tip geometry for spreading grouting material along the bolt or rupturing a grouting material container, or both, and method of using such a rock bolt for substrate support.