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Patent CA-2499073-A1 (CA)
Title: Combined stream auxiliary copy system and method
Inventor: LU JUN
IPC: G06F12/00
Filed: 2003-09-16
Abstract: A system and method for transferring data in a library storage system (200). The library storage system (200) comprises a management server (23) includin g a storage policy (19). A media agent (27) is connected to the management server (23). A plurality of storage media (58-68) and a data source (25) are connected to the media agent (27). The data source (25) is divided into at least a first and a second portion of data. The portions of data are transferred from the data source (25) to a first (58) and second (62) primar y storage medium using a first (54) and a second (56) data stream respectively . The media agent (27) then causes the first and second portion of data to be transferred from the first (58) and second (62) storage medium to a third auxiliary storage medium (70) using a third combined data stream (54a, 56a).
Patent CA-2499393-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DOSS DONALD G
IPC: G02B6/38
Filed: 2003-07-24
Abstract: An optical fiber connector plug (370) comprises a connecting portion (372) including a rear entry (378) at a first end and a first fiber stub (94) exit opening to a first fiber stub channel. The first fiber stub exit is parallel to a second fiber stub exit opening to a second fiber stub channel. An optic al fiber connector plug also includes a holder (380) that fits into the rear entry of the connecting portion for permanent retention of at least one stripped, cleaved and polished optical fiber (16). The connecting portion includes first (386) and second crimp (388) elements. Each crimp element contains an optical fiber stub (94, 96). A molded top (110) over the connecting portion includes an opening containing a compression element (114 ) that splices optical fibers to optical fiber stubs in each crimp element. A bend relief boot (124) encloses the connecting portion at one end, while a shroud releasably engages it at the other end.
Patent CA-2500425-A1 (CA)
Title: Catalyst adsorbent for removal of sulfur compounds for fuel cells
Inventor: WOLFE DAVID C
IPC: B01J20/08
Filed: 2003-09-23
Abstract: A catalyst adsorbent for the desulfurization of a feed stream, preferably in a fuel cell, wherein the catalyst includes from 30 percent to 80 percent nicke l or a nickel compound, from 5 percent to 45 percent silica as a carrier, from 1 percent to 10 percent alumina as a promoter and from 0.01 percent to 15 percent magnesia as a promoter. The invention also includes processes of manufacture of the catalyst adsorbent.
Patent CA-2506329-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SHEN JERRY YUQIAO
IPC: C12N5/08
Filed: 2003-12-23
Abstract: L'invention concerne un nouveau gène et une protéine de cytosine désaminase provenant de Candida kefyr. Cette protéine possède la capacité accrue de transformer le promédicament de 5-fluorocytosine en sa forme toxique par rapport à l'enzyme d'E.coli.
Patent CA-2506753-A1 (CA)
Title: Lens system and method for power adjustment
Inventor: ESCH VICTOR
IPC: G02C7/04
Filed: 2003-11-19
Abstract: A lens (12) is provided that having optical parameters that may be adjusted in-situ, and is particularly useful as an IOL for use in cataract patients that require an adjustment in the optical power of the lens post-implantation. In one embodiment, the lens body carries an array of interior fluid-filled cells (20) in which fluid is controllably moved upon application of energy from an external source to move a fluid media into or out of the cells to thereby alter the lens surface shape.
Patent CA-2509637-A1 (CA)
Inventor: OLLIVIER BERNARD
IPC: C07K14/195
Filed: 2003-12-10
Abstract: Bacterial strains (A) that contain a DNA sequence (I), at least part of which can hybridize with the genomic or plasmid DNA of the strain deposited as CNCM I-2962, are new. Independent claims are also included for: (1) method for culturing (A) under facultative anaerobic conditions, at pH 5.4-9.15, preferably 6.5-7.5, and 37 degreesC in a basal medium containing a sugar as energy source; and  (2) method for producing metabolites (II), e.g. L(+)-lactate, by culturing (A).
Patent CA-2509689-A1 (CA)
Title: Machine to make e-z open pouch with flap and bulge
Inventor: REDMOND SANFORD
IPC: B65B9/06
Filed: 2003-12-12
Abstract: A form-fill-seal machine for making a pouch style package is provided, comprising an aperture means creating station; an optional bulge forming station for thermoforming a puff or bulge (17); a heating and filling station (15) for create a lower seal and edge seals and filling the pouch; and a flap making station comprising means for folding over a flap (19) and sealing the inside portion of the flap of the pouch, covering the aperture means.
Patent CA-2509734-A1 (CA)
Title: Network based food ordering system
Inventor: RUND RICHARD III
IPC: H04L12/16
Filed: 2005-06-09
Abstract: A network based food ordering system provides for customer requests in food preparation, notification of food availability dates and times which can vary for a specific calendar day, a record of past customer orders which is available to a registered customer, email notification of each order to the customer, and confirmation of the order by the customer by means other then using the food providers web site.
Patent CA-2512559-A1 (CA)
Title: A rapid-acting pharmaceutical composition
Inventor: NYSTROM CHRISTER
IPC: A61K31/4468
Filed: 2004-01-15
Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of acute disorders is described. The composition comprises an essentially water-free, ordered mixture of at least one pharmaceutically active agent in the form of microparticles which are adhered to the surfaces of carrier particles which are substantially larger than the particles of the active agent or agents, and are essentially insoluble or sparingly soluble in water, in combination with a bioadhesion and/or mucoadhesion promoting agent adhered to the surfaces of said carrier particles. The composition is primarily intended for sublingual or intranasal administration. The invention also relates to a method for preparing the composition and to the use of the composition for the treatment of acute disorders.
Patent CA-2513987-A1 (CA)
Title: Container closure
Inventor: FRASER ROBERT W
IPC: B65D53/02
Filed: 2005-07-28
Abstract: A container closure (10) including a peripheral ring member (20) for securing the closure to a container or can body (not shown), and including a molded, polymer ring member (14) and central end panel (12) that are removable from the peripheral ring member for opening the end of the container or can body. The polymer ring member is adhesively bonded to a vertical wall portion (24) of the peripheral ring member and includes an integral lip portion (28)for covering a raw terminal edge of wall portion 24.      The adhesive is formulated so that the bond fails cohesively during removal of the polymer ring member. The polymer ring member contains an oxygen-scavenging additive for reducing oxygen inside the container and reducing oxygen ingress into the closed container.
Patent CA-2514995-A1 (CA)
Title: Water and oil repellent aqueous composition
Inventor: SUGIYAMA KAZUNORI
IPC: D06M101/32
Filed: 2004-02-06
Abstract: A water repellent oil repellent agent water base composition that excels in water repellent oil repellent properties, reducing ending phenomenon and also excels in processing bath stability and composition storage stability, exerting an excellent effect in foam suppression. In particular, a water repellent oil repellent agent water base composition comprising a fluorinated water repellent oil repellent agent (A), an emulsified mixture (B) containing paraffin wax (e.g., one of 50 to 70~C melting point exhibiting a penetration hardness of 20 or below at 25~C) and a carboxylated polyethylene (e.g., one of 90 to 135~C melting point having an acid value of 10 to 30 mgKOH/g) and an organic acid (C).
Patent CA-2515204-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JIANG YI
IPC: C01B3/26
Filed: 2004-02-09
Abstract: A method for converting light hydrocarbons (e.g. methane or natural gas) to synthesis gas employs a silicon carbide-supported catalyst that catalyzes a net partial oxidation reaction. Certain preferred catalysts include a catalytically active metal disposed on a silicon carbide support.
Patent CA-2516636-A1 (CA)
Title: Procede d'emboutissage a tiede de pieces en alliage al-mg
Inventor: LITALIEN PIERRE
IPC: C22F1/047
Filed: 2004-02-24
Abstract: L'invention a pour objet un procédé de fabrication de pièces embouties en alliage d'aluminium, comportant les étapes suivantes : la fabrication d'une bande d'épaisseur comprise entre 0,5 et 5 mm en alliage de composition (% en poids) : Mg : 1- 6, Mn < 1,2, Cu < 1, Zn < 1, Si < 3, Fe < 2, Cr < 0,4, Zr <  0,3, autres éléments < 0,1 chacun et < 0,5 au total, reste Al, la découpe d'un flan à partir de cette bande, le chauffage, local ou total, du flan à une température comprise entre 150 et 350~C et d'une durée < 30 s, l'emboutissage du flan chauffé à l'aide d'un outillage chauffé, au moins partiellement, à une température comprise entre 150 et 350~C en présence d'un lubrifiant compatible avec les opérations ultérieures. Les pièces embouties sont notamment des pièces de carrosserie automobile.
Patent CA-2517191-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GRIND MARGARETHA
IPC: A61P3/10
Filed: 2004-03-19
Abstract: According to the invention there is provided the use of a low molecular weight thrombin inhibitor, or a pharmaceutically acceptable derivative thereof, for the manufacture of a medicament for use in cholesterol-lowering therapy and/or modification of lipid (triglyceride), lipoprotein, and apolipoprotein, profiles associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular complications.
Patent CA-2521490-A1 (CA)
Title: Production of recombinant igm in per.c6 cells
Inventor: JONES DAVID HALFORD ASHTON
IPC: C07K16/30
Filed: 2004-05-18
Abstract: The invention provides an immortalized human retina cell, per.C6 TM expressing E1A and E1B proteins of an adenovirus, wherein said cell comprises recombinant nucleic acid encoding an IgM molecule.  The invention also provides a method for recombinant production of an IgM molecule, said method comprising culturing a cell according to the invention and expressing said recombinant nucleic acid encoding an IgM.
Patent CA-2522598-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KRUPOWICZ WILLIAM J
IPC: B65F3/02
Filed: 2004-04-22
Abstract: A system and method for collecting refuse is disclosed which can include a database including a customer profile having a database record. A collection vehicle can be provided that includes a storage area for receiving refuse and a weighing system for determining the weight of the refuse collected. A  database record of the refuse weight can be transmitted to the database. The collection vehicle can include a transmission system for transmitting the data of the database to a remote communication system. The communication system can automatically bill the customer for the collection services provided and transfer funds from the customer~s account to the collector~s account. The communication system can generate a communication to the customer which includes the data from the customer~s customer profile and billing information.
Patent CA-2522864-A1 (CA)
Inventor: EVRARD JEAN-FRANCOIS
IPC: E21B49/00
Filed: 2005-10-07
Abstract: Ce dispositif (53) comprend une pompe (65), qui comporte au moins un élément fixe (73) et au moins un élément mobile (75) par rapport à l'élément fixe (73). Ces éléments (73, 75) délimitent au moins une cavité de pompage (77). Le dispositif (53) comprend également des moyens de chauffage de la boue (151), appliqués à l'un au moins des éléments fixe (73) et élément mobile (75) pour chauffer ledit élément (75). Application à l'analyse du contenu gazeux des boues issues d'un forage de puits de pétrole.
Patent CA-2525366-A1 (CA)
Title: Therapeutic combinations of atypical antipsychotics with gaba modulators, anticonvulsants or benzodiazapines
Inventor: ROMANO STEVEN JOSEPH
IPC: A61K31/519
Filed: 2004-05-03
Abstract: This invention relates to combinations of an atypical antipsychotic, and a GABA modulator, a benzodiazepine, and/or an anticonvulsant drug, kits containing such combinations, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such combinations, and methods of using such combinations to treat patients suffering from treatment-resistant anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders or conditions, or mood disorders or conditions.
Patent CA-2526681-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PETERKA MICHAEL A
IPC: G06Q10/10
Filed: 2004-05-26
Abstract: A system and method for drug management using transferable labels provides a chain of identity for medications from their arrival in a pharmacy to administration to a patient. Drug information is read, in some embodiments optically, and imprinted on a transferable label optionally fabricated of low stretch, chemical resistant material, that is attached to the medication package. The transferable label is checked to make sure that it correctly corresponds to the drug information. At the time of preparation for administration, the transferable label is transferred from the medication package to the administration device, typically a syringe or dose cup. The health care giver scans the patient identification information, usually found on an identification bracelet, the transferable label, and optionally, a unique code belonging to the administering party. The system will reject non-matches between scanned inputs, and may be configured with a variety of safety steps, displays, and reports.
Patent CA-2528427-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KAREY KENNETH P
IPC: C12N9/20
Filed: 2004-06-10
Abstract: Deficiencies in the enzymatic activity of acid sphingomyelinase (ASM) result in Niemann-Pick disease. A variety of modifications which eliminate the activity of the free thiol on the C-terminal cysteine residue of ASM all result in substantially increased specific activity of the enzyme. Methods used to alter the activity of this residue include site-directed mutagenesis to delete or alter the residue, enzymatic degradation of the ASM to remove the residue, copper-promoted dimerization of ASM (via the terminal cysteine residues) and chemical modification of the free thiol group on this residue.
Patent CA-2530889-A1 (CA)
Title: Battery pack with built-in communication port
Inventor: YAKHNICH VLADIMIR
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2004-06-22
Abstract: A system and method for providing a communication port integral with a battery pack assembly is disclosed. The system provides a pathway between an external unit and a host unit (12) via a printed circuit board of the battery pack. The battery pack (18) can include communication ports mounted on the printed circuit board for interfacing with external units. The printed circuit board further includes a substrate(s) formed with a predetermined wiring pattern electrically and/or mechanically joined to the CPU of the host unit, as well as the battery cell(s).
Patent CA-2531495-A1 (CA)
Title: A pipe separator with improved separation
Inventor: LIE GUNNAR HANNIBAL
IPC: E21B43/36
Filed: 2004-07-08
Abstract: A pipe separator for separation of fluids, for example separation of oil, gas and water in connection with the extraction and production of oil and gas from formations under the sea bed. It comprises an extended, tubular separator body (1) that has a diameter at the inlet and outlet ends that is mainly equal to or slightly greater than the diameter of the transport pipe to which the separator body is connected. A cyclone (3) is arranged upstream of the separator body for separation of any gas present. An electrostatic coalescer (4) is incorporated in and constitutes an integrated part of the separator body (1).
Patent CA-2535076-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FELLINGHAM PAUL
IPC: H04W12/02
Filed: 2006-01-31
Abstract: The specification describes systems, and operation of systems, that allows a parent or other responsible party to monitor the mobile device activities of a child. In addition, it optionally allows the parent to dynamically control the mobile device activities of the child. It relies on software, or a network adjunct, that links a mobile device to a station set or mobile phone under the control of the parent. Calling traffic to and from the mobile device may be routed to a receiver at a location monitored by the parent. In preferred embodiments, software is designed to allow the parent to intervene in the communications of the child. The intervention may take a variety of forms, such as interrupting a call in progress, terminating all call activity, interrupting or terminating Internet access. Where the mobile device is provided with pre-programmed restraining software, the intervention may be to modify the restraining software to add new restraints.
Patent CA-2536205-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ROUSSEAU FRANCIS
IPC: C12N9/12
Filed: 2004-08-27
Abstract: The present invention discloses the identification of a human obesity susceptibility gene, which can be used for the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of obesity and related disorders, as well as for the screening of therapeutically active drugs. The invention more specifically discloses that the MAP3K11 gene on chromosome 11 and certain alleles thereof are related to susceptibility to obesity and represent novel targets for therapeutic intervention. The present invention relates to particular mutations in the MAP3K11 gene and expression products, as well as to diagnostic tools and kits based on these mutations. The invention can be used in the diagnosis of predisposition to, detection, prevention and/or treatment of coronary heart disease and metabolic disorders, including hypoalphalipoproteinemia, familial combined hyperlipidemia, insulin resistant syndrome X or multiple metabolic disorder, coronary artery disease, diabetes and dyslipidemic hypertension.
Patent CA-2539655-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DEXEL DAN
IPC: A47G19/22
Filed: 2006-03-14
Abstract: A holder for a coated paper cup is provided. The holder is made from a stretch material that has good insulating properties, such as neoprene. The holder has an open top end and an open bottom end and is tapered to fit a cup.
Patent CA-2540517-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for upgrading naphtha
Inventor: CERFONTAIN MARINUS BRUCE
IPC: C10G65/04
Filed: 2004-09-28
Abstract: A method for upgrading a naphtha feed to a naphtha product containing less than 10 wppm of nitrogen and less than 15 wppm sulfur, the method comprising contacting said naphtha feed with hydrogen in the presence of a bulk multimetallic catalyst under effective reactor conditions to hydrodesulfurize and hydrodenitrogenize said naphtha feed to produce said naphtha product, wherein said bulk multimetallic catalyst comprises at least one Group VIII non-noble metal and at least two Group VIB metals.
Patent CA-2543180-A1 (CA)
Title: Presenting an interview question and answer session over a communications network
Inventor: RISCH ADRIAN PAUL
IPC: H04L12/18
Filed: 2006-04-13
Abstract: The present invention relates to presentation of an interview question and answer session over a communications network, particularly over a wireless network such as a 3G mobile telephone network. In one form, the invention allows multiple mobile telephone users to remotely supply questions to a specific interview topic, and to view or listen to the answers to supplied questions as part of an interview question and answer session at a prescribed session time. The questions are submitted to and stored by a computer application for central access and review by an interviewee. Answers to selected questions are input at a single time or over several points in time, and question and answer sets are stored, edited and queued by a system operator. At the prescribed session time, the computer application then serves to mobile telephone users, in sequence, the question and answer sets with a suitable time delay between each question and its respective answer in order to simulate a real time interview session. The invention has particular application in 'celebrity chatrooms', involving question and answer interview sessions with persons in the public eye (politicians, celebrities, etc).
Patent CA-2544251-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GIRODET PIERRE
IPC: B08B9/02
Filed: 2004-11-09
Abstract: The invention relates to a device for disinfecting water using UV radiation including a number of UV lamps (31) each being protected by at least one sheath (32) made of a material transparent to UV and having an essentially cylindrical shape, said device comprising means for cleaning these sheaths including at least one scraping ring (7) encircling each sheath (32) and being capable of being displaced while sliding along this sheath (32) with the aid of motor means (5). The scraping rings (7) are mounted on at least one drive assembly comprising supporting means (41) carried by at least one drive arm (42) connected to these motor means (5). The supporting means (41) of each scraping ring (7) has at least one closed ring inside of which the scraping ring (7) is mounted, and the supporting means (41), together with the drive arm(s) (42), form a one-piece drive assembly (42).
Patent CA-2546764-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SCHMIDT ULRICH
IPC: G01N21/64
Filed: 2004-11-18
Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for detecting molecular associations. In particular, the present invention relates to a multi-component detection system comprising: i). a first agent comprising a first interacting group coupled directly or indirectly to a first tag, which first tag emits light of a first wavelength upon activation by a substrate or energy source, which produces a first activated tag; ii). a second agent comprising a second interacting group coupled directly or indirectly to a second tag, which second tag can accept the energy from the first tag when the first and second interacting groups are associated and an appropriate substrate or energy source for the first tag is present thereby producing a second activated tag that emits light of a second wavelength; iii). a third agent comprising a third interacting group coupled directly or indirectly to a third tag that can accept the energy from the first activated tag when the first and third interacting groups are associated and an appropriate substrate or energy source for the first tag is present to produce a third activated tag that emits light of a third wavelength; iv). an appropriate substrate or energy source to activate the first tag, and v). a means of detecting said emitted light.
Patent CA-2547641-A1 (CA)
Title: Nonionic surfactant containing compositions for cleaning contact lenses
Inventor: HU ZHENZE
IPC: A61L12/08
Filed: 2004-11-22
Abstract: Compositions and methods for cleaning contact lenses employing one or more nonionic polyether surfactants having a HLB of less than 12 in an amount effective to reduce the amount of lipids on the contact lenses, thus rendering the contact lenses easier to clean. Additionally, by soaking contact lenses in the composition prior to inserting the lens on the eye, the compositions provide a prophylactic effect in preventing lipid deposition while the contact lens is worn.