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Patent CA-2813652-A1 (CA)
Title: Wound clamp
Inventor: ATKINSON IAN JOSEPH
IPC: A61B17/08
Filed: 2011-10-19
Abstract: A wound closure device includes first and second opposing members which open and close in a clam-shell configuration, skin penetrating needles and a pressure bar for applying pressure to close the wound when the device is closed, and releasable locking means for biasing or maintaining the device in a closed position.
Patent CA-2816681-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHARI RAVI V J
IPC: A61K47/48
Filed: 2011-11-03
Abstract: New ansamitocin derivatives bearing a linking group are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods for the synthesis of these new ansamitocin derivatives and methods for their linkage to cell-binding agents. The ansamitocin derivative- cell-binding agent conjugates are useful as therapeutic agents, which are delivered specifically to target cells and are cytotoxic. These conjugates display vastly improved therapeutic efficacy in animal tumor models compared to the previously described agents.
Patent CA-2819493-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JENSEN HARM-IVEN
IPC: A61B17/70
Filed: 2011-12-01
Abstract: The invention relates to a fixation arrangement comprising a holder (2') and a clamping sleeve (4') receiving a bone screw (1'), wherein the bone screw (1') has a shank (10') with a front thread (11') and a head (12') at the rear end, wherein the holder (3') is provided with a through-bore (30') and a receiving seat (32') in which the clamping sleeve (4') is mounted so as to be pivotable, wherein the shank (10'), in a rear area in front of the head (12'), has a thickened part (15'), of which the width increases towards the head (12'), and the width of the clamping sleeve (4') is greater than the width of the shank (10') directly in front of the thickened part (15') and smaller than the maximum width of the thickened part (15'). During the screwing-in procedure, the thickened part (15) widens the clamping sleeve (4'), such that the latter is pressed with its jacket against the wall of the receiving seat (32'). In this way, pressing at a stable angle is achieved in any desired orientation of the bone screw (1').
Patent CA-2822026-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WATNICK RANDOLPH
IPC: C07K14/435
Filed: 2010-12-17
Abstract: The invention relates to isolated peptides and chimeric polypeptides derived from Saposin A that have anti-angiogenic activity. These peptides are small, consisting essentially of at least 10 consecutive amino acid residues from the 31st-50th amino acid residue of Saposin A. The invention also relates to the use of these isolated peptides and chimeric polypeptides in compositions for the treatment, prevention, and inhibition of angiogenesis-related diseases and disorders such as cancer and cancer metastasis.
Patent CA-2823125-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CERRUTI PIERO
IPC: G01B11/275
Filed: 2011-12-30
Abstract: A detection device (7a) for determining the orientation of a first and a second wheel (2) of a vehicle (3), the wheels being arranged on a first side of the vehicle (3) with respect to a longitudinal axis thereof (A). The device is set laterally with respect to the vehicle (3) on the first side, between the first and second wheels, and has a first (8) and a second image - acquisition elements (8') located on a base support (16) having a respective viewing area (V) for acquiring images of a first and a second target (5) coupled to the first and second wheels, respectively. A displacement unit (10) is operatively coupled to the first (8) and second (8') image - acquisition elements for rotating them simultaneously through one and the same angle of rotation so as to adapt their viewing area to the position of the first and second targets (5). The detection device (7a) further comprises additional alignment sensors (27a, 27b, 28a, 28b) also located on the base support (16) for measuring calibration parameters of the base support (16).
Patent CA-2824128-A1 (CA)
Inventor: IELLICI DEVIS
IPC: H01Q1/38
Filed: 2012-01-13
Abstract: There is disclosed an antenna device made up of at least first, second and third conductive metal plates arranged in a parallelepiped configuration. The third plate defines a lower plane and the first and second plates together define an upper plane substantially parallel to the lower plane. The first and second plates are separated by a slot in the upper plane, and the second and third plates are connected to each other by a grounding connection. The first plate comprises a first, active antenna arm that is provided with a feed connection, and the second plate comprises a second antenna arm that may be passive or active. The antenna device generates a circularly polarised radiation pattern that is good for personal navigation devices, while being significantly more compact than existing ceramic patch antennas that are typically used in these devices.
Patent CA-2827872-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WU HSU-HSIANG
IPC: G01V3/28
Filed: 2011-03-07
Abstract: A method of processing data from an electromagnetic resistivity logging tool which includes a transmitter coil and a receiver coil is disclosed. The electromagnetic resistivity logging tool is placed at a desired location. The transmitter coil and the receiver coil are positioned at a first azimuthal angle. A signal is transmitted from the receiver coil. The receiver coil then receives a signal. The signal at the receiver coil, a tilt angle of the transmitter coil, a tilt angle of the receiver coil and the first azimuthal angle are then used to calculate a first complex voltage representing at least one component of the received signal.
Patent CA-2831441-A1 (CA)
Title: Blood-purifying column
Inventor: OKUDA HIROYUKI
IPC: A61M1/36
Filed: 2012-03-29
Abstract: The purpose of the invention is to provide a blood-purifying column wherein the risk of clogging of the blood flow tube is limited even when the blood volume is reduced to 10 mL or less, and wherein the winding of the adsorbent carrier by hand is possible. The invention provides a blood-purifying column equipped with a cylinder, a first header having a first blood flow channel, a second header having a second blood flow channel, an adsorbent carrier, a first end plate, a second end plate, and a blood flow tube provided with openings, wherein: one end of the blood flow tube is connected to the first blood flow channel; the other end is blocked; the first end plate is fitted so that the outer circumferential surface fits tightly to the inner circumferential surface of the cylinder; a gap is provided between the outer circumferential surface of the second end plate and the inner circumferential surface of the cylinder; the ratio of the outer diameter (D1) of a cross-section of the blood flow tube, the cross-section being perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, with respect to the internal diameter (D2) of a cross-section of the cylinder, the cross-section being perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, is 0.35 - 0.50; and the blood volume is 6 - 10 mL.
Patent CA-2832303-A1 (CA)
Title: Layered thin film for drug delivery into the eye
Inventor: TAKEOKA SHINJI
IPC: A61K31/5575
Filed: 2012-03-23
Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical preparation comprising a layer-by-layer thin film that is produced by alternately layering a polycation and a polyanion, and a drug loaded onto the layer-by-layer thin film. As a result, a pharmaceutical preparation with a prolonged duration of drug action with a single dose is provided.
Patent CA-2833333-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GIOVANGROSSI GIACOMO
IPC: B60T13/26
Filed: 2012-08-31
Abstract: The present invention concerns a security system (1) for a pneumatic accumulator (20), said high pressure gas pneumatic accumulator (20) being connectable with a pump and with a pneumatic apparatus by means of, respectively, a first (51) and second (52) connecting duct, said system (1) being characterized in that it comprises a pneumatic bladder (40) for containing high pressure gas, flow distribution means (30) connected with said first (51) and second (52) connecting duct to said pneumatic accumulator (20) and said pneumatic bladder (40), said flow distribution means (30) being able to pass, through a command, from a first operating position, in which said flow distribution means (30) connect said first (51) and second (52) connecting duct with said pneumatic accumulator (20), to a second operating position, in which said flow distribution means (30) connect first (51) and second (52) connecting duct with said pneumatic bladder (40), so as to inflate said pneumatic bladder (40) with gas and to functionally replace said pneumatic accumulator (20). The present invention concerns even a pneumatic plant.
Patent CA-2835310-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HODGKINSON GERALD N
IPC: A61B17/072
Filed: 2013-11-28
Abstract: A surgical stapling apparatus includes a housing and an end effector secured to the housing. The housing supports a knife assembly including a knife. The end effector has first and second jaw members. One or both of the first and second jaw members define a knife channel. The first jaw member defines fastener slots and the second jaw member defines fastener pockets. One or more of the knife channel, the fastener slots, and the fastener pockets includes lateral recesses. Fasteners are disposed in the fastener slots and formed by the fastener pockets. One or more surgical buttresses have a body that overlies one or both of the fastener slots and the fastener pockets. Portions of the body of the one or more surgical buttresses are disposed within the lateral recesses to secure the one or more surgical buttresses to one or both of the first jaw member and the second jaw member.
Patent CA-2836084-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SHIBAYAMA KOTARO
IPC: A01N43/90
Filed: 2012-05-17
Abstract: An agricultural or horticultural bactericidal agent comprises, as an active ingredient, at least one compound selected from a nitrogenated heterocyclic compound represented by formula (I) (wherein R represents a group represented by CR1R2R3 or a cyano group; R1 to R3 independently represent a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group, a hydroxy group or the like; X1 represents a halogeno group or the like; m represents an integer of 0-5; X2 represents a halogeno group or the like; n represents an integer of 0-3; B represents a carbon atom or a nitrogen atom; D represents a 5- to 7-membered hydrocarbon ring; and A1 to A4 independently represent a carbon atom or a nitrogen atom, wherein all of A1 to A4 cannot represent carbon atoms when B represents a carbon atom) and salts thereof.
Patent CA-2839070-A1 (CA)
Title: Thermal hydrocarbon recovery method with non-condensable gas injection
Inventor: TAABBODI LORAN
IPC: E21B43/24
Filed: 2014-01-14
Abstract: A method for recovering subsurface hydrocarbons, including heavy oil or bitumen, wherein a heated non-condensable gas such as nitrogen is injected downhole to heat the reservoir, followed by a steam injection step to heat the hydrocarbon to enable its flow to the wellbore and production to surface. The dual injection method can be repeated as desired to enhance production of the hydrocarbon resource, and in the case of cyclic steam stimulation would involve a period of shutting in the well after injection of the non-condensable gas and steam prior to the production phase.
Patent CA-2839747-A1 (CA)
Inventor: STEPHENS JACKSON T JR
IPC: A61K38/44
Filed: 2012-07-11
Abstract: Eosinophil peroxidase compositions and methods of their use for preventing and/or inhibiting the growth of susceptible microorganisms. The compositions include an eosinophil peroxidase, a peroxide or peroxide source, and at least two amino acids.
Patent CA-2840628-A1 (CA)
Title: Braking systems and methods for determining dynamic braking data for a braking model for a train
Inventor: OSWALD JAMES A
IPC: B61H13/00
Filed: 2014-01-24
Abstract: Disclosed is a computer-implemented method for determining dynamic braking data for use in a braking model of at least one train, the method including: (a) determining at least one initial safety factor; (b) determining at least one dynamic braking adjustment factor based at least partially on (i) the expected dynamic braking force, and (ii) specified retarding forces of the train; and (c) determining at least one new safety factor based at least partially on the at least one initial safety factor and the at least one dynamic braking adjustment factor.  Also disclosed are braking systems including dynamic braking for a train having at least one locomotive.
Patent CA-2840951-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods for purifying fc-fusion protein
Inventor: IKECHUKWU IJEOMA CYNTHIA
IPC: C12P21/02
Filed: 2012-07-03
Abstract: The invention relates generally to methods for purifying a Fc-fusion protein produced in a eukaryotic expression system. More specifically, the invention provides a robust and scalable downstream purification process suitable for use in manufacturing TNFR:Fc for human administration which comprises an optimized Protein A affinity chromatography step and two ion exchange chromatography steps both of which are operated in the bind-and-elute mode.
Patent CA-2841331-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KURIYAGAWA KOJI
IPC: B63H20/10
Filed: 2014-01-29
Abstract: A control apparatus for an outboard motor mounted on a boat and equipped with a transmission having at least forward first and second speed gears and a reverse gear. The apparatus functions as a rudder angle detector that detects a rudder angle, a slip ratio detector that detects a slip ratio, and a transmission controller. The transmission controller controls the operation of the transmission to select one of the gears based on the detected engine speed or the detected slip ratio according to a comparison between the detected rudder angle and a predetermined angle.
Patent CA-2842805-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GOULD CARL
IPC: F21V5/00
Filed: 2012-08-01
Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed toward a lighting system that includes a primary optic having a length, a plurality of discrete light sources disposed along an axis, and a ribbed refractor. The ribbed refractor can include a plurality of linear ribs that are arranged substantially perpendicular to the line of discrete light sources. The ribbed refractor can refract light from the plurality of discrete light sources into a continuous line of light as viewed along the length of the primary optic, thereby masking the discrete nature of the light sources. In some embodiments, the ribbed refractor does not substantially alter the photometric distribution of light perpendicular to the axis.
Patent CA-2844724-A1 (CA)
Title: Leveraging push notification capabilities of mobile app to send event-triggered invitations to upgrade service offered by hospitality establishment
Inventor: CASSIDY BRENDAN G
IPC: G06Q50/12
Filed: 2014-03-04
Abstract: An app server receives a device token from a software application on a mobile device. The device token identifies the mobile device for pushing notification messages of the software application to the mobile device via a push notification system. The mobile device is monitored while accessing the Internet in order to detect when the user may benefit from upgraded access to the Internet. The app server then sends one or more notification message(s) to the user such as by sending a message to the device token of the mobile device via the push notification system or to a display device associated with the user at the hospitality establishment. The notification message invites the user to upgrade their Internet access. The push notification system alerts the user to the notification message via the user interface of the mobile device even when the software application is not running on the mobile device.
Patent CA-2849703-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CAI JUEXIAO
IPC: C08G18/75
Filed: 2012-09-21
Abstract: Disclosed are sulfur-containing polyurea compositions and methods of using the compositions as sealants, particularly as low specific-gravity aerospace sealants.
Patent CA-2850995-A1 (CA)
Title: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising 40-o-(2-hydroxy) ethyl-rapamycin
Inventor: DIEDERICH ANKE
IPC: A61K31/436
Filed: 2012-10-03
Abstract: The invention relates to extended release pharmaceutical formulations in form of multiparticulates comprising 40-O-(2-hydroxy)ethyl-rapamycin, to dosage forms which comprise said pharmaceutical formulations, to methods of preparing said pharmaceutical formulations and said dosage forms, to uses of said pharmaceutical formulations and said dosage for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment or prevention of diseases or conditions responsive to inhibition of mTOR signaling pathway, such as for instance proliferative diseases or immunosuppression.
Patent CA-2851381-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TOSAS FUENTES AGUSTIN
IPC: B41F5/24
Filed: 2012-03-07
Abstract: The present invention describes a single-layer printing method of a wrapper for smoking articles, so as to obtain a wrapper for smoking articles with low propensity to ignition using the flexographic technique, characterized in that (1) the printing is carried out by means of a central drum flexographic printing machine using a single printing unit, (2) said unit has an anilox with a capacity of between 10 and 40 cm3/m2 and a printing cylinder equipped with a printing form selected from a stencil plate plus an adhesive, and a sleeve, and (3) in that an ink is used that comprises at least one film-forming substance and a mineral filler. The present invention also relates to the wrapper that can be obtained by this method and to the smoking article that includes said wrapper.
Patent CA-2853102-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JAY MATTHEW
IPC: H04L12/16
Filed: 2012-10-24
Abstract: A system for delivering information to a venue guest includes a wireless tag within the venue and having a Universal Resource Locator (URL) stored therein, and a server for providing the information through a web page addressable by the URL. The web page displays the information to any portable media device that interfaces with the wireless tag. A system for delivering location specific information of a venue to a guest at the venue includes a venue app that contains the information and downloadable, machine readable, instructions that are compatible with a portable media device, and a wireless tag having a location indicator is associated with a location of the tag within the venue. If the venue app is executed by the portable media device, and receives the location indicator from the wireless tag, the venue app displays the information, based upon the location indicator, on the portable media device.
Patent CA-2853106-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SHULER MICHAEL S
IPC: A61M1/00
Filed: 2012-10-25
Abstract: A mechanical wound therapy (MWT) system includes a connection for a vacuum source, which is routed through an airtight covering to a porous material positioned over the wound. The porous material may be a tubing network interspaced by a netting material constructed of biologically inert or bioabsorbable material. Alternatively, the porous material may be a layered unified dressing in which layers of mesh, netting or thin perforated film are separated and fixedly attached to functional elements of the dressing (e.g., irrigation tubing) or spacers. The vacuum and irrigation systems may be completely separated. An airtight sealing layer or foldable adhesive sealing layer may seal the dressing and facilitate sealing the dressing to the wound margins. Additional modular devices such as a wound approximating system, positive pressure bladders and adjuvant therapy modules as well as enhanced monitoring technology can be added to synergistically increase the capabilities of each dressing.
Patent CA-2853737-A1 (CA)
Title: Torque disc
Inventor: CHASE IAN THOMAS
IPC: F16D3/78
Filed: 2012-10-19
Abstract: A composite material torque disc (10) is described which comprises a support layer (24), and a reinforcing fibre (26) secured to the support layer (24), the support layer (24) being embedded within a polymer matrix material (28).
Patent CA-2859196-A1 (CA)
Title: Hand tightened hydraulic fitting
Inventor: ZULAUF KEITH E
IPC: F16L19/02
Filed: 2012-12-18
Abstract: This disclosure relates generally to hose couplings useful for mining applications, more particularly to a fluid coupling capable of generally fully tightened by hand, including a visual lock for visual indication and safety when in a hand-tightened position. The coupling generally includes a male portion (110), a female portion (120), a retaining member (130) and a locking member (140, 150). The male portion passes through the retaining member, and the retaining member threadingly engages the female member. The locking member prevents unthreading of the retaining member from the female member.
Patent CA-2859226-A1 (CA)
Title: Single domain antibodies as inhibitors of pcsk9
Inventor: SEIDAH NABIL G
IPC: A61K39/395
Filed: 2012-12-20
Abstract: Antibodies (e.g., sdAbs) binding to PCSK9 are described. Nucleic acids encoding such Abs, host cells expressing such Abs and pharmaceutical composition comprising same are described. The use of these PCSK9-binding Abs for lowering low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) levels and for the treatment of cardiovascular disorders, is also described.
Patent CA-2859956-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KLEVEN OLE BJORN
IPC: G08G1/04
Filed: 2013-01-23
Abstract: This publication describes a method and a system for registering use of studded decks (6) and for collecting due toll for use of studded decks on a vehicle (19) having at least one studded deck (6). This is done when a vehicle (19) passes over a detection device (1) on a road surface (18) of a road, the detection device (1) being associated with one or more sensors (2) that is able to detect impulses created by the decks (6) on the vehicle (19) that passes over the detection device (1). The impulses are registered and compared with a pre-determined value that enables a processing device (3) to determine whether one or more of the decks (6) are provided with studs or not. The system is configured in such way that the processed signal provides basis for collecting toll or at least bringing this fact to the attention of the driver and that toll is due.
Patent CA-2861475-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GRANDOLFO NICOLA
IPC: A61M39/16
Filed: 2013-01-15
Abstract: An external end device for permanent catheters suitable for isolating a liquid flow from the environment has a body (1) connectable on one side to two catheters (2, 2), and on the other side to a closure lid (8) or a treatment equipment. Provided in the body (1) are two valves interrupting the liquid flow in the two catheters, in the form of so-called pinch valves (10, 10), the body (1) having a base element (6) housing two elastic tubes (36, 36) acting as pinch valve sleeves that are compressible until the closure of their lumen and are situated downstream of their respective catheters (2, 2) and upstream of the respective connectors (18, 18), and a covering element (7) containing two flow control units (10, 10) for said pinch valves in such a position to interact with the two elastic tubes (36, 36) in order to achieve their closure and opening by pinching and releasing them, respectively.