baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent CA-2605293-A1 (CA)
Title: Powered rope ascender and portable rope pulling device
Inventor: FOFONOFF TIMOTHY
IPC: B66D1/36
Filed: 2006-04-19
Abstract: A device for pulling an elongate member (21) includes a powered rotational motor (4) having an output and a rotating drum (8) connected to the output of said rotational motor where the rotating drum has a longitudinal axis and a circumference. The device further includes a guide mechanism for guiding the resilient elongate element onto, around at least a portion of the circumference of, and off of, the rotating drum. When the powered rotational motor turns the rotating drum, the rotating drum thereby continuously pulls the resilient elongate element through the device.
Patent CA-2605347-A1 (CA)
Title: 3d image generation and display system
Inventor: ITO MASAHIRO
IPC: H04N13/221
Filed: 2005-04-25
Abstract: A 3D image generation and display system facilitating the display of high-quality images in a Web browser comprises means for creating 3D images from a plurality of different images and computer graphics modeling and generating a 3D object from these images that has texture and attribute data; means for converting and outputting the 3D object as a 3D description file in a 3D  graphics descriptive language; means for extracting a 3D object and textures from the 3D description file, setting various attribute data, and editing and processing the 3D object to introduce animation or the like and assigning various effects; means for generating various Web-based 3D objects from the 3D  data files produced above that are compressed to be displayed in a Web browser and generating behavior data to display 3D scenes in a Web browser with animation; and means for generating an executable file comprising a Web page and Web-based programs such as scripts, plug-ins, and applets for drawing and displaying 3D scenes in a Web browser.
Patent CA-2606628-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KHARRAT ABDEL M
IPC: C10C3/08
Filed: 2007-10-12
Abstract: Methods for characterizing heavy oils are described. The methods involve extracting one or more asphaltenes from the heavy oil and measuring the viscosity of the heavy oil. The extracted asphaltenes are characterized and correlated to the viscosity of the heavy oil. By identifying the asphaltenes that are responsible for the high viscosity in the heavy oil, solvent systems can be developed for reducing the viscosity of the heavy oil.
Patent CA-2607623-A1 (CA)
Title: Biological observation apparatus
Inventor: GONO KAZUHIRO
IPC: A61B1/04
Filed: 2006-03-14
Abstract: A biometric instrument comprises a color image signal generating section for carrying out a signal processing of a first imaging signal generated by imaging a subject illuminated with a white illuminating light by using color filters each having a wavelength transmission characteristic in a broad band or a second imaging signal generated by imaging the subject illuminated with a field-sequential illuminating light covering the visible region so as to generate a color image signal, a spectral image signal generating section for generating a spectral image signal corresponding to the image signal in a narrow band from the first or second imaging signal by processing the color image signal, and one of a characteristic changing section in a display color change section for changing the display color of when the spectral image signal is displayed and an interface section for giving an instruction to change and/or confirm information including the image to be displayed.
Patent CA-2608736-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WANG WALTER
IPC: C08J3/20
Filed: 2006-05-25
Abstract: A polymer wood composite material comprises a polymeric component, wood flour, a coupling agent, a thermal stabilizer component, a plasticizer, a foaming agent, and a pigment. Preferably, the composite material exhibits better hardness than natural wood, as well as less water absorption (< 5% by weight) and less thickness swelling (< 1%) than natural wood when submerged in water for at least 24 hours, wherein the thickness swelling is measured as a percentage of original thickness. The composite material may be used to form a building component for use in the production of furniture and buildings, such as a doorjamb. In addition, a method of producing an extrudable mixture for an extrusion process to produce a polymer wood composite material is disclosed, wherein the method preferably does not include any predrying, pre-treatment or pelletizing processes.
Patent CA-2610417-A1 (CA)
Title: Method of bonding a fluoropolymer to a silicone layer
Inventor: HOREMANS EDUARD
IPC: B32B25/20
Filed: 2006-06-16
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of bonding a fluoropolymer layer to a silicone layer by (i) providing a fluoropolymer layer comprising a fluoropolymer capable of being dehydrofluorinated (ii) providing a silicone layer comprising a curable silicone composition comprising (a) an organopolysiloxane compound having SiH groups, (b) an organopolysiloxane compound having aliphatic carbon - carbon unsaturated bonds, (c) a hydrosilylation catalyst and (d) an amino compound having (1) an amine function of the formula -NHR wherein R is hydrogen or an organic group and (2) a silyl group of the formula -SiR1 n(OR2)3-n wherein R1 represents an alkyl or aryl group, R2 represents an alkyl group of 2 to 6 carbon atoms and n is 1 or 2 and (iii) contacting said silicone layer and said fluoropolymer layer and causing said curable silicone composition of said silicone layer to cure.
Patent CA-2610468-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KELLY EMILY
IPC: A63H3/28
Filed: 2006-06-01
Abstract: A toy container (10) is provided including a multiple portions (14). In some embodiments, the device has several portions that are movable from a closed configuration, in which the portions overlay one another, to an open configuration, in which a doll section (26) and cosmetics (34) are accessible.
Patent CA-2613325-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SCHOELKOPF JOACHIM
IPC: C09C1/02
Filed: 2006-07-11
Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a process of manufacturing calcium carbonate-containing slurries, wherein said calcium carbonate-containing slurries are prepared by adding one or more zirconium compounds, and possibly one or more further phosphate-free additives acting as dispersing and / or grinding aid agents. An other object of the invention lies in calcium carbonate-containing slurries thus obtained, and dry calcium carbonate mineral pigments resulting from the drying of such slurries. A further object of the invention is the use of such slurries and such dry mineral pigments in paper manufacturing, plastic coatings, as fillers for plastics or for aqueous paint compositions and the like. Papers, paints and plastics containing such slurries and such dry pigments are also an object of the present invention.
Patent CA-2613582-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HOLMES LEO MONTE
IPC: F24F7/02
Filed: 2007-12-04
Abstract: A venting arrangement that includes a lid pivotally attached to a frame. An operating mechanism moves the lid between an open and closed position and attaches to a guide associated with the lid. The lid may be formed as a single, integral piece, including a portion for attaching the lid to the frame and the guide. The operating mechanism may include a engagement portion that attaches to the guide that is designed with geometry that creates a surface area contact between the mechanism and guide. The engagement portion may include a surface that engages one or more surfaces on the guide, which extend substantially parallel to the engagement portion surface. The arrangement may also include a feature that resists movement of the lid from a set position or that limits the travel of the mechanism at specific points along the mechanism's operational range.
Patent CA-2615710-A1 (CA)
Title: Sensitization of immune system against haptenized melanoma antigens
Inventor: WESTERHOF WIETE
IPC: A61K31/05
Filed: 2005-07-28
Abstract: The invention is based on the observation that certain phenols, monophenols or benzenediols, can be metabolized into reactive quinones, in particular ortho-quinones and related reactive intermediates, which is brought about by oxidation of monophenols and benzenediols by proteins exhibiting tyrosinase activity, such as human tyrosinase and the related proteins TRP1 and TRP2.  Although the substances and the produced reactive intermediates are toxic and can induce cell death, it is more relevant according to this invention that they function as haptens that become covalently bound to the tyrosinase enzymes, in particular to histidine moieties, in or near the catalytic site of proteins exhibiting tyrosinase activity, such as tyrosinase, TRP1 and TRP2. An immune response is then to be mounted against these haptenized auto-antigens, in order to treat melanocytic malignancies, in particular melanomas. This is brought about by topical administration of the phenol compounds that can function as tyrosinase substrate analogues. The invention hence provides medicaments for and methods of treating melanomas.
Patent CA-2618200-A1 (CA)
Title: Interleaver stacker and loading system
Inventor: ELY ALLEN M
IPC: B65G57/00
Filed: 2006-08-09
Abstract: A stacker adapted to generally stack product in a vertical fashion is provided. The stacker includes a first generally vertical conveyor having a first conveyor belt and a first plurality of flights mounted generally perpendicularly to the first conveyor belt. The first plurality of flights at least partially defines a plurality of stacking platforms. At least one positioning sensor for sensing a relative position of the flights is provided.  An advancement sensor is provided for sensing product entering the stacker. A  first drive incrementally drives the first conveyor responsive to the advancement sensor so that the stacking platforms descend. Each of the stacking platforms can receive individual or single items to be stacked into a tray or can sequentially receive multiple items, either pre-stacked or stacked on a given flight , and then be indexed downwardly to allow the next stack to be formed on the subsequent stacking platform. A method and system for handling and stacking products is also provided.
Patent CA-2618369-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SALMON PAUL D
IPC: B63H20/10
Filed: 2008-01-18
Abstract: A boat control system includes trim tabs mounted on the lower transom of a boat, with an electric trolling motor attached to each tab. The control system controls positioning of the trim tabs within a trim range and within a troll range. If a main engine ignition switch changes from off to on while the trim tabs are within the troll range, the control system automatically moves trim tabs positions out of the troll range, and disables the trolling motors.
Patent CA-2622630-A1 (CA)
Title: Implantable weight control device
Inventor: ANNUNZIATA GARY
IPC: A61B17/94
Filed: 2008-02-26
Abstract: The present invention provides an endoscopically implantable weight control device that forms a gastric outlet obstruction in a patient's digestive tract. The weight control device includes an inflatable body residing within the patient's pylorus and between the stomach and duodenum. The body features a first bulbous portion and a second bulbous portion, the exterior dimensions of the first bulbous portion exceeding the exterior dimension of the second bulbous portion. The body also includes an intermediate portion with exterior dimensions that are less than the exterior dimensions of both the first and second bulbous portions, wherein the intermediate portion resides within the patient's pyloric valve when the device is implanted. An internal passageway extends through the body, wherein the passageway receives and allows for the passage of chyme from the stomach to the duodenum.  A method of treating obese patients with the inflatable weight control device utilizing a sequence of different-sized devices is also provided.
Patent CA-2622649-A1 (CA)
Title: Nucleic acid amplification method using primer exhibiting exciton effect
Inventor: KOGO YASUSHI
IPC: C07H21/00
Filed: 2008-03-04
Abstract: The present invention provides a primer that effectively can detect, for example, the double helix structure of a nucleic acid. The primer is a labeled nucleic acid containing at least one structure represented by the following formula (16), (see formula 16) where B is an atomic group having a nucleobase skeleton, E is an atomic group having a deoxyribose skeleton, a ribose skeleton, or a structure derived from either one of them, or an atomic group having a peptide structure or a peptoid structure, and Z11 and Z12 are each an atomic group that exhibits fluorescence and are identical to or different from each other.
Patent CA-2626221-A1 (CA)
Inventor: THIERS BERNARD
IPC: B44C1/24
Filed: 2006-12-15
Abstract: Floor panel, said floor panel (1) comprising a decor (2), as well as a top layer (8) based on synthetic material (9), and wherein the decor (2) represents a pattern with several wood parts (3) per floor panel (1), characterized in that in the upper surface (14) of the floor panel (1) one or more height differences are present in that the upper surface (14), at the location of one of more of the wood parts (3), shows an individualized global surface level (16).
Patent CA-2628290-A1 (CA)
Title: Plastic aerosol container with improved annular collar
Inventor: SALAMEH ASIM
IPC: B65D83/38
Filed: 2006-10-27
Abstract: A container (1) for dispensing a pressurised or aerosol product. The container (1) includes a body (2), formed of PET or like plastics material, a collar (3) which is attached to the body (2), and, a dispensing valve (4) attached to the collar (3). The collar (3) may be snap-fitted or screwed onto the body (2), in a manner such that it straddles the opening about the neck (7) of body (2) to form a shaped lip therearound. The dispensing valve (4) is formed of malleable material and is adapted to straddle the lip and be retained by being compressed therearound.
Patent CA-2628742-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WALLACE MARK S
IPC: H04L1/06
Filed: 2006-11-20
Abstract: Techniques for performing detection and decoding at a receiver are described.  In one scheme, the receiver obtains R received symbol streams for M data streams transmitted by a transmitter, performs receiver spatial processing on the received symbols to obtain detected symbols, performs log-likelihood ratio (LLR) computation independently for each of D best data streams, and performs LLR computation jointly for the M D remaining data streams, where M > D >= 1 and M > 1. The D best data streams may be selected based on SNR and/or other criteria. In another scheme, the receiver performs LLR computation independently for each of the D best data streams, performs LLR computation jointly for the M D remaining data streams, and reduces the number of hypotheses to consider for the joint LLR computation by performing a search for candidate hypotheses using list sphere detection, Markov chain Monte Carlo, or some other search technique.
Patent CA-2630102-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RECHTIENE MICHAEL
IPC: H04Q7/22
Filed: 2008-04-28
Abstract: Described is a medical infusion device that is configured to send and receive data on a real-time basis through the use of circuitry that enables the connection of the device to a cellular network.  In one embodiment, a medical infusion device is provided that includes a housing having a drug reservoir, a first processing system and a drive mechanism adapted to receive and execute instructions from the first processing system. The drive mechanism is in mechanical cooperation with the drug reservoir for controlling expulsion of the drug from the reservoir. Medical infusion device also includes an input device for receiving external instructions and configured to transmit the external instructions to the first processing system, a display for receiving and displaying information from the first processing system, and a second processing system in communication with the first processing system for controlling communication between the first processing system and a remote processing system via a cellular network.
Patent CA-2630430-A1 (CA)
Title: Total body strengthening and toning workstation and method of using same
Inventor: NIZAM NASH
IPC: A63B23/035
Filed: 2008-05-05
Abstract: A stand-alone exercise apparatus includes a seat to support a user in a position thereon, and upper and lower body exercising assemblies which are configured for activation either sequentially or simultaneously to permit the concurrent exercising movement of his or her upper body area and lower body leg muscles, respectively, without necessitating that the user stop exercising when switching from upper body exercises to lower body exercises.  The lower body exercising assembly includes a lower frame assembly which is operable to provide resistance exercise to the user's leg muscles, and which includes a selectively reciprocally movable pedal, platform or bar which is coupled to a suitable resistance mechanism, and which is engageable by the user's feet and/or legs as they are moved together in unified movement to effect leg extensions or curls. The upper body exercising assembly includes one or more reciprocally movable frame members, hand pulleys or swing arms coupled to a resistance mechanism, and which are engageable by the user's hands and/or arms. The resistance mechanisms used to provide the selected resistance to the upper and lower exercising assemblies are operable independently from each other, and enable the user to select the degree of resistance to each of the upper and lower body exercising assemblies separately.
Patent CA-2630967-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RICHMOND FRANK M
IPC: F16K51/00
Filed: 2006-10-19
Abstract: The present invention provides a device which includes reflux valves in combination with components such that a fluid flow occurs when connections are made and stops when disconnected.
Patent CA-2631055-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PISELLI JOHN A
IPC: C25D3/02
Filed: 2008-05-09
Abstract: A process employing a rack having an article carrier that is movably supported on a frame and mechanically coupled for translating movement from a motor to the article carrier to effect movement of an article during processing to provide more uniform surface treatment, reducing or eliminating the need for shielding.
Patent CA-2633661-A1 (CA)
Inventor: STAFFORD DARREL W
IPC: C12N15/57
Filed: 2006-12-21
Abstract: The invention relates to commercially viable methods for producing biologically active vitamin K dependent pro-teins, particularly Factor IX. Factor IX is produced at a level of at least about 15 mg/L and is at least 25% biologically active. The method relies upon co-expression of one or more of paired basic amino acid converting enzyme (PACE), vitamin K dependent epox-ide reductase (VKOR) and vitamin K dependent .gamma.-glutamyl carboxylase (VKGC) at a preferred ratio so that the vitamin K dependent protein is efficiently produced and processed by a recombinant cell.
Patent CA-2634663-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KASHI RAMESH
IPC: A61K47/14
Filed: 2000-02-22
Abstract: A Factor VIII composition formulated without albumin, comprising the following formulation excipients in addition to Factor VIII: 4% to 10% of a bulking agent selected from the group consisting of mannitol, glycine and alanine; 1% to 4% of a stabilizing agent selected from the group consisting of sucrose, trehalose, raffinose, and arginine; 1 mM to 5 mM calcium salt; 100 mM to 300 mM NaCl; and a buffering agent for maintaining a pH of approximately between 6 and 8. Alternatively, the formulation can comprise 2% to 6% hydroxyethyl starch; 1% to 4% of a stabilizing agent selected from the group consisting of sucrose, trehalose, raffinose, and arginine; 1 mM to 5 mM calcium salt; 100 mM to 300 mM NaCl; and a buffering agent for maintaining a pH of approximately between 6 and 8. In a further embodiment, the formulation can comprise: 300 mM to 500 mM NaCl; 1% to 4% of a stabilizing agent selected from the group consisting of sucrose, trehalose, raffinose, and arginine; 1 mM to 5 mM calcium salt; and a buffering agent.
Patent CA-2636557-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FISHER DOUGLAS B
IPC: G01N21/59
Filed: 2007-01-17
Abstract: An improvement in a PVT apparatus, which improvement includes a fluid path model having a fluid path and a sampling section, wherein the depth of the fluid path within the sampling section is substantially uniform and is less than about 100 ~m. The apparatus may be configured to provide a micron-scale slim tube which may be used in a manner similar to a conventional slim tube apparatus. A method for characterizing an interfacial property of a dispersion such as, for example, miscibility of a first fluid and a second fluid as a function of pressure. The method includes collecting sets of transmittance images representing transmittance of electromagnetic radiation through the dispersion, generating values of a general interfacial property factor from the transmittance images, and characterizing the interfacial property using the values of the general interfacial property factor.
Patent CA-2637684-A1 (CA)
Title: Rod contouring apparatus and method for percutaneous pedicle screw extension
Inventor: FALLIN T WADE
IPC: A61B17/88
Filed: 2006-09-25
Abstract: Anatomic points within the body are projected outside the body through the use of extenders (180, 182, 188). The projected points may then be used for measurement, or to facilitate the selection or configuration of an implant that is positioned proximate the anatomic points using a slotted cannula (143). Such an implant may be a rod (270) for a posterior spinal fusion system. Pedicle screws (140, 142, 148) may be implanted into pedicles of the spine, and may then serve as anchors for the extenders. The extenders (180, 182, 188) may have rod interfaces (214, 216, 218) that receive the rod (270) in a manner that mimics the geometry of the pedicle screws (140, 142, 148) so that the selected or configured contoured rod (270) will properly fit into engagement with the pedicle screws (140, 142, 148).
Patent CA-2638624-A1 (CA)
Title: Thumb typing keypad for handheld electronic devices
Inventor: MICHON LOUIS
IPC: H03M11/00
Filed: 2008-08-29
Abstract: A keypad-based alphanumeric user interface, data entry process and method specifically designed for thumb typing on a handheld electronic device, with a left-thumb / right-thumb accessible and symmetrical key distribution of consonant letters placed in alphabetical order on a six columns / six rows square-shaped surface, omitting all vowels in default and SHIFT modes, and offering the option of replacing some or all said vowels in any word with a generic vowel mark instead of any specific vowel.
Patent CA-2639659-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KIRKUP MICHAEL G
IPC: H04W12/03
Filed: 2008-09-17
Abstract: A system and method for controlling message attachment handling functions on a mobile device is described herein. An attachment handling control can be set to identify one of a number of selected attachment handling control modes. Depending on the attachment handling control mode identified, a request for the attachment structure that includes a decrypted session key for an encrypted message received at the mobile device may or may not be automatically sent to a remote server. This may provide the user with increased control over the content of an encrypted message that the remote server may access when determining the attachment structure for a message.