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Patent CA-2597189-C (CA)
Inventor: MANGELSEN JAN CHRISTIAN
IPC: B25J9/08
Filed: 2007-08-13
Granted: 2013-06-18
Abstract: The invention relates to a modular positioning robotic system and method of use of the positioning system. In general, the modular positioning robotic system is comprised of a controller module, a positioning module and a base that can be either a stationary base or drive module. The positioning module also allows for additional flexibility by allowing for designs with multiple allowable adjustments that can be changed for a change in turn diameter, length, width and weight of a fixture and part combination.
Patent CA-2600139-C (CA)
Title: Background separated images for print and on-line use
Inventor: WILLIAMS ROBERT C
IPC: F21S2/00
Filed: 2007-09-05
Granted: 2017-03-07
Abstract: In embodiments of the present invention improved capabilities are described for producing background separated product images for print and on- line display. An image formation system provides controllable background and foreground lighting of an item to facilitate acquiring images that appear to have no background, a platform for supporting items, cameras configured to acquire both high contrast and high quality images of the item, and automated image processing algorithms for creating item- only images that can be stored in an image library and presented to a user.
Patent CA-2605186-C (CA)
Inventor: IZUMI TATSUO
IPC: C04B24/00
Filed: 2006-04-27
Granted: 2013-09-24
Abstract: The invention relates to a copolymer, said copolymer consisting of, as structural units, (i) 0.1 to 50 mole % of units derived from an ethylenically unsaturated monomer (a) having per one mole thereof 25 to 300 moles of C2-C3 oxyalkylene groups; (ii) 0.1 to 49.9 mole % of units derived from a monomer (b) of an alkyl, alkenyl or hydroxyalkyl ester of an ethylenically unsaturated mono- or di-carboxylic acid; (iii) 0.1 to 90 mole % units derived from a monomer (c) selected from the group consisting of an ethylenically unsaturated monocarboxylic acid, a salt thereof, an ethylenically unsaturated dicarboxylic acid, an anhydride thereof and a salt thereof; (iv) optionally up to 30 mole % of other monomers. Said copolymer can be used as a concrete and/or mortar admixture that allows optimal flow ability and, at the same time, can maintain a specific consistency, fluidity and workability of the concrete independently of the cement type.
Patent CA-2606602-C (CA)
Title: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising imatinib and a release retardant
Inventor: VASANTHAVADA MADHAV
IPC: B29C48/40
Filed: 2006-05-08
Granted: 2013-08-27
Abstract: Sustained release pharmaceutical compositions that contain imatinib or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The pharmaceutical compositions further contain a release retardant, for example a water soluble, a water swellable and/or a water insoluble polymer. The present invention also features a particularly useful process of making such sustained release pharmaceutical compositions by using an extruder.
Patent CA-2611922-C (CA)
Inventor: CREEK ROY EDWARD
IPC: G02B1/04
Filed: 2006-06-05
Granted: 2013-09-24
Abstract: A method of constructing a thin film mirror, which method comprises: (i) attaching a thin film (72) to a suction chamber (68), the suction chamber (68) having edges which are for attaching the thin film (72) and which lie in a desired geometry for the thin film mirror to be constructed; (ii) applying a partial vacuum to the suction chamber (68) such that tension is introduced into the thin film (72); (Hi) adjusting the partial vacuum to form the thin film mirror but with the thin film mirror achieving the desired geometry only over a portion of the thin film mirror; (iv) providing first tensioning means (78, 80) and locally adjusting the first tensioning means (78, 80) such that the portion of the thin film mirror which achieves the desired geometry is increased, the first tensioning means (78, 80) being in contact with the surface of the thin film (72) adjacent to the edge of the suction chamber (68) at a first distance which is substantially uniform from the edge of the suction chamber (68); and providing second tensioning means (82, 84) and locally adjusting the second tensioning means (82, 84) such that the portion of the thin film mirror which achieves the desired geometry is further increased, the second tensioning means (82, 84) being in contact with the surface of the thin film (72) adjacent to the first tensioning means (78, 80) at a second distance which is substantially uniform from the edge of the suction chamber (68), and which second distance is greater than the first distance from the edge of the suction chamber (68) of the first tensioning means (78, 80).
Patent CA-2617763-C (CA)
Inventor: SPECHT WERNER O
IPC: F23K5/20
Filed: 2008-01-11
Granted: 2012-11-27
Abstract: A combustion gas furnace includes a plurality of primary heat exchangers for passage of combustion gases therethrough. A plurality of secondary heat exchangers receive the combustion gases from the primary heat exchanger. Each of the secondary heat exchangers includes a heat conductive element defining a plurality of elongate passageways for the flow of combustion gas therethrough. The passageways include aligned ports at either end thereof. The passageways are generally aligned and separated by longitudinal walls extending between the ends. The walls are positioned for heat conductive contact with the combustion gases flowing through passageways.
Patent CA-2618007-C (CA)
Inventor: BENZ ERIBERT
IPC: F25J3/04
Filed: 2006-08-07
Granted: 2014-09-30
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for operating a gas turbine (11) in a combined cycle power plant (40), wherein air, which is used to burn a syngas that is recovered from coal is drawn in by the gas turbine (11) and compressed, is led to a combustor (18, 19), and whereby a portion of the compressed air is separated into oxygen and nitrogen. An improved degree of efficiency is achieved by virtue of the fact that a gas turbine (11) with reheating is used, which comprises two combustors (18,19) and two turbines (16, 17), in which, in the first combustor (18) syngas is burned using compressed air, and the resultant hot gases are expanded and in which, in the second combustor, syngas is burned using the gases coming from the first turbine (16) and the resultant hot gases are expanded in the second turbine (17), and that the nitrogen that occurs in the separation of the air is used to cool the gas turbine (11)
Patent CA-2620380-C (CA)
Title: Capsule formulation of pirfenidone and pharmaceutically acceptable excipients
Inventor: RADHAKRISHNAN RAMACHANDRAN
IPC: A61K31/4418
Filed: 2006-09-22
Granted: 2012-10-30
Abstract: A capsule formulation of pirfenidone is provided that includes pharmaceutically acceptable excipients. In one embodiment, this capsule formulation is capable of sustaining desirable pharmacokinetic responses in a patient. Further provided are methods of treating fibrotic conditions and other cytokine-mediated disorders by administering pirfenidone capsules of such formulation to a patient in need.
Patent CA-2622490-C (CA)
Inventor: GAJRIA AJAY
IPC: A01K29/00
Filed: 2006-08-29
Granted: 2014-05-06
Abstract: A holder for dog chews and pet treats is provided, comprising a molded hollow body shape including a plurality of openings. Inserts may be included in the openings which may be of a lower durometer or thinner cross-section than the thickness of the body. Pet treats such as dog chews and the like may be inserted into the inserts to be frictionally retained therein for enjoyment by an animal.
Patent CA-2624764-C (CA)
Inventor: BULTHUIS BEN A
IPC: C12N9/16
Filed: 1997-11-10
Granted: 2014-02-11
Abstract: Recombinant organisms are provided comprising genes encoding a glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase and/or a glycerol-3-phosphatase activity useful for the production of glycerol from a variety of carbon substrates.
Patent CA-2629627-C (CA)
Title: Systeme de pile a combustible et procede de reduction de la deterioration des electrodes au demarrage
Inventor: MAKINO SHINICHI
IPC: H01M8/04
Filed: 2006-12-27
Granted: 2012-10-23
Abstract: Un système de pile à combustible comprend un dispositif de commande qui estime un état de remplacement de l'air d'une électrode à combustible et un chemin de circulation d'hydrogène lorsque le fonctionnement du système de pile à combustible est stoppé. Lors du démarrage du système de pile à combustible, le dispositif de commande modifie l'ordre consistant à activer le fonctionnement d'une pompe de circulation d'hydrogène et un régulateur de pression d'hydrogène est actionné pour démarrer l'alimentation en gaz d'hydrogène sur la base de l'état de remplacement de l'air estimé, ce qui empêche ainsi la détérioration provoquée par une distribution inégale d'air et d'hydrogène dans l'électrode à combustible.
Patent CA-2630365-C (CA)
Inventor: PEREIRA-ALMAO PEDRO
IPC: B01J27/049
Filed: 2006-11-22
Granted: 2010-03-16
Abstract: The present invention relates generally to ultradispersed bimetallic and trimetallic catalyst compositions and methods for preparing such catalysts.  The bimetallic catalyst composition has a general formula: BxMyS[(1.1 to 46)y + (0.5 to 4)], where B is a Group VIII non-noble metal, M is a Group VIB  metal, and 0.05<=y/x<= 15. The trimetallic catalyst composition has a general formula: BxMlyM2zO(2 to 3)zS[(0.3 to 2)y + (0.5 to 4)x], where B is a Group VIII non-noble metal, Ml & M2 are Group VIB metals, 0.05<=y/x<=15 and l<=z/x<=14. Separate microemulsions are initially prepared by mixing precursor solutions containing Group VIII metal salt with a hydrocarbon feedstock and Group VI metal salts with a sulphurizing agent and the hydrocarbon feedstock.  The separate microemulsions are then mixed to form a microemulsion mixture containing the ultradispersed bimetallic or trimetallic sulphide catalyst.
Patent CA-2632067-C (CA)
Inventor: UNNO TOMONORI
IPC: A23F3/00
Filed: 2006-12-01
Granted: 2013-04-02
Abstract: Provided are a food, a drink and a food/drink material having improved EGCg absorabability, and a method of producing the same, by improving the absorbability of EGCg to be taken in. The contents of caffeine and/or epigallocatechin gallate are regulated so that the ratio by mass of caffeine to epigallocatechin gallate contained in a food, drink, food/drink material or oral ingesta comes close to 0.4.
Patent CA-2632253-C (CA)
Title: Method of controlling airborne viruses with chlorine dioxide gas
Inventor: OGATA NORIO
IPC: A61L9/015
Filed: 2006-11-27
Granted: 2014-07-08
Abstract: A method of controlling floating virus infection. The method includes the step of: supplying chlorine dioxide gas into a space where floating virus can be present by a gas concentration which allows the animal to live or stay, but deactivates the virus.
Patent CA-2635895-C (CA)
Title: Method of optimizing train operation
Inventor: NICKLES STEPHEN K
IPC: B60T17/22
Filed: 1998-09-11
Granted: 2009-11-17
Abstract: A method of optimizing train operation includes determining conditions of location, track profile and train forces of the train. Next, a set of preliminary train restraint operating parameters are determined from the determined conditions. Also, at least one of a set of preliminary train optimizable operating parameters to minimize train forces, to maximize fuel efficiency and to minimize time to destination is determined. The determined set of preliminary train operating parameters are weighted and combined. Optimized train operating parameters are determined from the weighted and combined preliminary train operating parameters. Engineering train and access is also performed.
Patent CA-2638437-C (CA)
Title: Medication dispenser
Inventor: SALTSOV LEON
IPC: A61J7/04
Filed: 2008-07-31
Granted: 2015-08-18
Abstract: A medication dispensing system uses a series of medication rings grouped as a rotary drum and controlled for dispensing medication on a daily basis into a divided pill box. Each medication ring includes an associated medication collar that cooperates with the medication ring to reduce the possibility of abrasion of the medication dosages held in the medication rings. The pill box is moved and rotated within the dispensing system by a carriage to dispense medication into appropriate cells of the pill box. A computer control module controls the movement of the various components and is programmable for loading and dispensing different medication regimes.
Patent CA-2640633-C (CA)
Inventor: MATSUMOTO MICHIHIKO
IPC: H01M8/04
Filed: 2007-01-31
Granted: 2011-12-06
Abstract: A fuel cell system of a type that uses an accessory to supply fuel gas and oxidant gas to a fuel cell to generate electric power is disclosed. The fuel cell system includes a load parameter detector that detects a load parameter of the accessory. An actual accessory power computing device computes the electric power actually consumed by the accessory based on the detected load parameter. A steady accessory power computing device computes a steady accessory electric power consumption by the accessory that would be needed for supplying the fuel cell with gas to generate an amount of required electric power from the fuel cell system based on the steady electric power consumption characteristics of the accessory. An accessory power correcting device computes an electric power correction quantity such that the correction quantity may be combined with the steady accessory power to approach the actual accessory electric power consumption and the accessory power correcting device corrects the steady accessory electric power consumption based on the electric power correction quantity. A power generation controller controls the power generation of the fuel cell system based upon the required electric power to be generated by the fuel cell system and upon the computed steady accessory electric power consumption corrected by the accessory power correcting device .
Patent CA-2643195-C (CA)
Title: Resin case in which gas-permeability and waterproof quality are compatible, and die for manufacturing such case
Inventor: HARA KOUICHI
IPC: H05K5/06
Filed: 2000-09-18
Granted: 2011-01-25
Abstract: A method is disclosed wherein dies are provided. A first die has a recess- defining protrusion. A second die has a protrusion receivable in said recess such that an annular space is provided between said second die protrusion and said recess-defining protrusion. A film, gas permeable and liquid impermeable, is set in said recess. The dies close to form a cavity corresponding at least to a part of a case to be formed, said cavity including said space. While closing said dies, the second die protrusion enters the recess and holds a central film region between said second die protrusion and a part of the first die within said recess. A film periphery extends radially outward into said space. Resin is injected into said cavity, connecting the film to be connected to said at least a part of the case by heat and/or pressure applied through said resin to said periphery.
Patent CA-2649193-C (CA)
Title: Measurement while drilling tool and method
Inventor: HARVEY PETER R
IPC: H04H60/31
Filed: 2007-04-11
Granted: 2011-02-15
Abstract: An apparatus for telemetering a downhole parameter from a well. The apparatus comprises a housing having a bore. The apparatus further comprises an annular main valve with an enlarged end positioned within the bore, with the main valve having a center of axis. A restrictor is concentrically disposed within the bore, the restrictor configured to define an annular passage with the main valve. The apparatus also includes: a pressure device for supplying hydraulic pressure to the main valve; a control valve, operatively associated with the restrictor member, for controlling pressure to the main valve; and a solenoid control valve assembly for activating the control valve. In one preferred embodiment, the solenoid control valve assembly comprises a controller for emitting an electrical signal, a coil that receives the electrical signal and generates a magnetic field, a solenoid static pole receptive to the generated magnetic field, and a solenoid moving pole responsive to the magnetic field so that the solenoid moving pole moves in a direction towards the solenoid static pole. A method for communicating a downhole parameter is also disclosed.
Patent CA-2649593-C (CA)
Inventor: NATAL MANUEL A W
IPC: B01J21/04
Filed: 2007-04-17
Granted: 2016-08-16
Abstract: A supported silver catalyst and use thereof in a process for producing an alkylene oxide, such as ethylene oxide, by the direct oxidation of an alkylene with oxygen or an oxygen-containing gas, wherein the catalyst provides improved stability and improved resilience to reactor upsets and timely recovery to substantially pre-upset levels of catalyst activity and/or efficiency. In some embodiments, the catalyst also exhibits improved activity. A catalyst capable of producing ethylene oxide at a selectivity of at least 87 percent while achieving a work rate of at least 184 kg/h/m3 at a temperature of no greater than 235°C when operated in a process where the inlet feed to a reactor containing the catalyst comprises ethylene, oxygen, and carbon dioxide, wherein the concentration of carbon dioxide in the inlet feed is greater than or equal to 2 mole percent.
Patent CA-2651990-C (CA)
Title: Improved antimicrobial peptides
Inventor: SCHMIDTCHEN ARTUR
IPC: A61K38/39
Filed: 2007-05-15
Granted: 2014-12-23
Abstract: The invention relates to an antimicrobial peptide comprising a first set of amino acid residues having a length of from about 2 to about 36 amino acid residues or analogues thereof linked to the amino or carboxyterminal end a second set comprising from 3 to 8 hydrophobic amino acid residue or analogue thereof, wherein said peptide has an antimicrobial activity
Patent CA-2652960-C (CA)
Inventor: PENNER REINHOLD
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2007-05-25
Granted: 2016-08-23
Abstract: The invention relates to methods useful in identifying candidate agents that modulate insulin secretion from an insulin secreting cell, where such molecules modulate TRPM4 activity and expression in the insulin secreting cell.
Patent CA-2654018-C (CA)
Title: A machine utilized for producing and manufacturing a resilient film soft at touch, suitable to draining use
Inventor: DI BERARDINO FABIO
IPC: B26D7/18
Filed: 2007-05-30
Granted: 2014-10-21
Abstract: A machine utilized for producing and manufacturing a film, soft at touch, resilient and suitable at draining use. A film produced by such a machine, presents, at least, on one surface an essentially continuous pattern of micro-funnels three-dimensional (3D) directed in an essentially perpendicular way to the surface from which the micro-openings have origin. It presents also on the opposite surface a continuous pattern, composed by 3D macro-funnels directed in an essentially perpendicular way to the surface from which the macro-funnels have origin. The "micro-funnels" term, intend to describe a multitude of funnels non distinguishable by the human eye at a distance equal or higher than 450 mm. while the "macro funnels" term, intend to describe funnels clearly visible by the human eye at a distance higher than 450 mm.
Patent CA-2657296-C (CA)
Title: School bus crossing gate and system for automatic activation
Inventor: COOK ANTHONY J
IPC: F01N11/00
Filed: 2009-03-06
Granted: 2012-08-28
Abstract: A system for deploying a barrier deterring approach by pedestrians to the exhaust outlet from a vehicle operates in response to exhaust temperature and stopping of the vehicle.
Patent CA-2658031-C (CA)
Inventor: VALLEJO JANET A
IPC: A61P35/00
Filed: 2007-07-12
Granted: 2015-06-02
Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical foam formulation. Generally, the formulation includes a therapeutically effective amount of imiquimod and a fatty acid.
Patent CA-2658730-C (CA)
Inventor: BIKOVSKY RAFAEL
IPC: A61M5/142
Filed: 2007-08-22
Granted: 2014-04-08
Abstract: A delivery device includes a durable housing portion (22) and a separable disposable portion (20) that selectively engage and disengage from each other. The disposable housing portion secures to the patient-user and may be disposed of after it has been in use for a prescribed period. Components that normally come into contact with a patient-user or with an, infusion medium, including a pump device, are supported by the disposable housing portion for disposal after the prescribed use, while the durable housing portion supports other components such as electronics for controlling delivery of the infusion medium from the reservoir and a drive device and drive linkage.
Patent CA-2667768-C (CA)
Title: Electrolysis cell for the production of aluminium comprising means to reduce the voltage drop
Inventor: BONNAFOUS DELPHINE
IPC: C25C7/00
Filed: 2007-11-21
Granted: 2014-09-09
Abstract: The invention relates to an electrolytic cell (1) intended for production of aluminium including at least one collector bar (6) made of first metal and at least one complementary bar (20, 20') made of a second metal having an electrical conductivity greater than the first metal and arranged adjacent to one of the side faces of the collector bar (6) so that the external end (202, 202') of the complementary bar (20, 20') is at a specified distance A, A' from a specified end face (51, 51') of the block (5). The second end (202, 202') preferably terminates so as to limit heat losses from said cell (1). The invention makes it possible to obtain significantly lower voltage drops than known cells while avoiding excessive heat losses through the collector bars.
Patent CA-2669534-C (CA)
Inventor: MOHDA ASIT
IPC: B31B50/00
Filed: 2007-11-29
Granted: 2013-09-10
Abstract: A confectionery container (11 ) is constructed from one or more pieces of foldable material (10, Figure 1). A first end is closed by a wall (32) incorporating at least part of a dispensing chute (35) movable between an open position for the dispensing of items and a closed position for the containment of items within the container. The first end wall (32) comprises two or more end closure flaps (28, 29) arranged such that they can be assembled into the first end wall after the items have been introduced into a partially formed container through the first end (32). The chute (35) may have a base (36) and a pair of side walls (12a, 14a), at least one of the side walls (12a, 14a) having a leading edge (39) which contacts a side wall (55) of the container to limit opening movement of the chute. The container (11) is preferably formed from a unitary blank (10, Figure 1) and the container side walls may have inner panels (12, 13, 14, and 15) and outer panels (16, 17, 18, and 19). A method of constructing the container is also disclosed.
Patent CA-2673230-C (CA)
Inventor: SATO SHIGERU
IPC: F03D11/04
Filed: 2007-12-18
Granted: 2013-08-27
Abstract: There is provided a wind power generator capable of efficiently generating electric power by effectively utilizing the energy of wind even if the wind is weak and regardless of a wind direction, and easily increasing in size and in power with a simple structure. The wind power generator includes:  a wind tunnel formed by a cylindrical member erected on a foundation in a vertical direction; a plurality of wind-collecting plates that extends from a circumferential wall of the cylindrical member in directions normal to the circumferential wall; a plurality of upper and lower guide plates provided between the wind-collecting plates; a plurality of wind inlets that introduces wind collected by the wind-collecting plates into the wind tunnel; back-flow preventing means that allow only the flow of wind blowing from the outside of the cylindrical member into the inside of the cylindrical member; a turbine that is driven by wind blowing out from one end of the wind tunnel, and power generator that is driven by the turbine.