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Patent CA-2537174-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCQUAID BRENDON ARTHUR
IPC: G01F23/34
Filed: 2004-08-30
Abstract: A liquid level indicator (1) is provided for sealing engagement with an opening of a receptacle. A float (8) is used which rests at the liquid level and which is connected to a float rod (7), which in turn is pivotally connected to fixed (5) and slidable rod (6). Upon changing liquid levels, the float (8) and, accordingly, the slidable rod (6) move and the position of the slidable rod with respect to a marked transparent cup (11) disposed outside of the receptacle, indicates the liquid level. The transparent cup (11) covers the portion of the indicator outside of the receptacle and serves to provide a fluid- and air-tight seal between the interior and exterior of the receptacle when the indicator is in place. In one embodiment the liquid level indicator may be used with oil tanks. A transparent cup (11) for use with existing devices is also taught.
Patent CA-2537230-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KLEY HANS-PETER
IPC: A61P3/10
Filed: 2004-09-02
Abstract: The invention relates to the use of certain known PIDE4 inhibitors for the treatment of diabetes mellitus and accompanying disorders thereof.
Patent CA-2538118-A1 (CA)
Title: Sperm cell preservation and processing systems
Inventor: O'BRIEN JUSTINE KELLIE
IPC: A01K67/027
Filed: 2003-09-15
Abstract: The preservation of sperm cells, and other processing of sperm cells, are disclosed. The present invention is directed in some embodiments to sperm cell preservation, as sperm cell preservation may further relate to artificial insemination, in vitro fertilization, super-ovulation, mammal production, sperm samples, and sperm cell processing, generally. The present invention is also directed in some embodiments to sperm cell processing features, such as collecting, handling, sorting, storage, transportation, use, fertilization, or insemination techniques. Sperm cell preservation in accordance with the present invention may address maintenance or enhancement of sperm quality, and in some embodiments one or more sperm cell characteristics, such as viability, motility, and functionality. Fertilization rates may also be maintained or enhanced. An embodiment may comprise obtaining sperm cells. The sperm cells may be cryopreserved and thawed. Processing may be performed on the sperm cells and cryopreservation of the sperm cells.
Patent CA-2540876-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KACZOWKA PETER A
IPC: H04N7/173
Filed: 2004-10-07
Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention allow fast playback of an audio-visual data stream that is transmitted within a Home area Network in a manner that is consistent with a bandwidth-allocation constraint. In an embodiment, a bandwidth allocation is received for a stream of audio-visual data. The audio-visual data is transmitted within the Home Area Network. A user request for a fast rendering of the stream of audio-visual data is received, wherein the user request includes a speed factor. A fast playback frame sequence associated with the stream of audio-visual data based on the bandwidth allocation and the user request is then determined. The steam of audio-visual data may then be transmitted in accordance with the fast playback sequence that was determined.
Patent CA-2543656-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SWAIN BARRIE P
IPC: B68C1/02
Filed: 2004-11-03
Abstract: A saddle tree (28) including a progressive flex headplate (30), and a saddle constructed therewith, which are capable for properly fitting a variety of different size horses. The headplate assembly (30) is constructed of a plurality of flexible, and resilient overlapping layers (36,38,40) which increase in length from top to bottom and which are secured together at the center point of the layers. The configuration supplies the headplate assembly with non-linear resistance, permitting progressive flexure of the legs (46,48) of the headplate assembly (30) while providing resistance in response to flexure of each leg (46,48), providing the headplate assembly (30) with points that flex to properly fit horses of varying widths.
Patent CA-2544062-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for data storage and tracking
Inventor: KOTTOMTHARAYIL RAJIV
IPC: G11C7/00
Filed: 2004-11-15
Abstract: The invention provides a method and system for transferring storage media scheduled for export from a storage device. The storage media is identified according to retention characteristics for export, and placed in a location near to the storage device exit point prior to it scheduled export out of the storage device to offsite storage. The storage device interfaces with the storage management system used at the offsite storage to provide tracking of the storage media at the offsite location. The location of the media is tracked within the storage system and at the offsite storage, for administrative, reporting or other uses.
Patent CA-2544846-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for record retention date in a write once read many storage system
Inventor: HELLER JEFFREY L
IPC: G06F12/14
Filed: 2004-04-22
Abstract: This invention provides a specified retention date within a data set that is locked against deletion or modification within a WORM storage implementation.  This retention date scheme does not utilize any proprietary application program interfaces (APIs) or protocols, but rather, employs native functionality within conventional file (or other data containers, data sets or block-based logical unit numbers) properties available in commonly used operating systems. In an illustrative embodiment, the retention date/time is calculated by querying the file's last-modified time prior to commit, adding the retention period to this value and thereby deriving a retention date after which the file can be released from WORM. Prior to commit, the computed retention date is stored in the file's "last access time" property/attribute field, or another metadata field that remains permanently associated with the file and that, in being used for retention date, does not interfere with file management in a WORM state. Since this field is not utilized in a WORM  context, it can be adapted to store this date. Once stored, the retention date in this field is locked against modification. Where extension (never reduction) of a retention period is desired, the last access time field be updated, wherein the new retention period is added to the existing last access time value to derive a new, later retention date for the file. Upon expiry of the retention date, the system allows deletion of the expired WORM file/data set.
Patent CA-2547833-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HENRY SYLVAIN
IPC: C23C30/00
Filed: 2004-11-24
Abstract: Strip or sheet of core Aluminum alloy containing at least 80% by weight of Aluminum and 0.01 to 0.5% of yttrium and/or 0.05 to 0.5% of bismuth, is coated on at least one surface with an Aluminum brazing alloy. An independent claim is also included for a brazed component realized with a strip or sheet of this Aluminum alloy coated with a brazing alloy.
Patent CA-2548044-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PARSONS NATAN E
IPC: G01S17/04
Filed: 2004-12-06
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un système optique comprenant un ou plusieurs capteurs optiques passifs sensibles à la lumière ambiante (de la pièce) pour commander, par exemple, le fonctionnement de robinets automatiques (9, 9A,10, 10A, 10B, 10C) ou de dispositifs de nettoyage sanitaires automatiques (100, 100A). Les capteurs optiques passifs fournissent des signaux à des dispositifs de commande de flux comprenant un système électronique de commande (250) et des vannes (38, 140), et ne requiert que de très petites quantités d'énergie électrique pour détecter des utilisateurs d'équipements sanitaires, ce qui permet aux batteries de fonctionner pendant plusieurs années. Afin de commander le fonctionnement de robinets automatiques ou de dispositifs de nettoyage sanitaires automatiques en se basant sur la lumière ambiante, le dispositif de commande exécute de nouveaux algorithmes (300, 600, 900 ou 1300).
Patent CA-2548478-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LIU LI H
IPC: A47L9/00
Filed: 2004-12-08
Abstract: A vacuum cleaner includes a tank (26) having a bottom (38) and an inlet (44) for receiving debris, a motor assembly (32) disposed adjacent to the tank, the motor assembly adapted to draw debris into the tank through the inlet (44), a battery pack (34) disposed adjacent the bottom (38) of the tank (26), and a connection from the battery pack (34) to the motor assembly (32)that is adapted to carry current between the battery pack and the motor assembly. The battery pack (34) includes at least one battery and supplies power to the motor assembly (32).
Patent CA-2554589-A1 (CA)
Inventor: UMEHARA YUTAKA
IPC: A61M1/34
Filed: 2005-01-24
Abstract: An apparatus in which in plasma exchange therapy, valuable plasma is recycled as a dialysis solution without disposing of the same, which apparatus is operable with only some modifications applied to the conventional plasma exchange equipment. There is provided a unit for use in plasma exchange therapy characterized in that at least portion of separated plasma is purified, circulated as a dialysis solution and used to dialyze patient~s blood, thereby removing hazardous substances contained in the plasma. There are further provided a plasma exchange apparatus including the above unit and an artificial liver equipped with the apparatus.
Patent CA-2555382-A1 (CA)
Title: A system and method for electronic commerce
Inventor: KLEIN STEFFAN GOTTFRIED
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2005-01-31
Abstract: A method of identifying altered order criticai data in a system for conducting electronic commerce over a public data network in which orders are placed by a customer using a computer. The method includes the step of transmitting an electronic order of the customer over the public data network from the customer computer to a validation server. The validation server validates order criticai data included in the order by executing the steps of verifying the order criticai data, and generating an indication of the validity or otherwise of the order criticai data. The method enables, for example, orders generated by untrusted devices, such as a customer computer, to be verified by a trusted validation server thereby improving the security of electronic commerce systems employing client-sfide ordering.
Patent CA-2556953-A1 (CA)
Title: Carbon fuel combustion supporting packaging
Inventor: CHANG ANNIE
IPC: F23B90/02
Filed: 2006-08-16
Abstract: A carbon fuel combustion supporting packaging, which provides a packaging that assists ignition of carbon fuel internally packed therein.  The present invention includes a combustible bottom frame, on an upper end opening of which is located a combustible fire grate that separates an upper holding space for loading the carbon fuel and a lower raised space for placement of a kindling therein. After ignition, tiny flames first leap up and burn the combustible fire grate, whereupon combustion of the fire grate converts the tiny flames into a substantially large thermal power and an expansive area of flames which assist in effecting a comprehensive ignition of the upper carbon fuel. After complete combustion, a combustible enclosing body joined to an upper end opening of the bottom frame, and which also packages the carbon fuel, is simultaneously burnt along with the carbon fuel.
Patent CA-2557000-A1 (CA)
Inventor: YAMANASHI TOMOFUMI
IPC: G10L19/24
Filed: 2005-02-22
Abstract: There is provided a communication device for effectively encoding an audio/music signal while maintaining a predetermined quality by controlling the transmission bit rate of the transmission side considering the use environment of the reception side. In this device, a transmission mode decision unit (101) detects an environment noise contained in the background of the audio/music signal in the input signal and decides the transmission mode controlling the transmission bit rate of the signal transmitted from a communication terminal device (150), which is a communication terminal of the partner side, according to the environment noise level. A signal decoding unit (103) decodes encoded information transmitted from the communication terminal device (150) via a transmission path (110) and outputs the obtained signal as an output signal. Here, the signal decoding unit (103) detects a transmission error by comparing the transmission mode information contained in the encoded information outputted from the transmission path (110), to the transmission mode information obtained by the transmission mode decision unit (101) while considering the transmission delay.
Patent CA-2557034-A1 (CA)
Title: Automatic coffee maker and control method thereof
Inventor: WANG DONG-LEI
IPC: A47J31/56
Filed: 2006-08-24
Abstract: The present invention provides an automatic coffee maker, which is compact and safe. In use of the automatic coffee maker, under the control of the control circuit, prior to heating, the pump is started to make certain cold water flow into the boiler, so as to prevent the temperature sensor or temperature fuse from damage by heating. Therefore, the safety performance and the operation performance of the automatic coffee maker of the present invention are greatly improved.
Patent CA-2559551-A1 (CA)
Title: Fluid treatment system
Inventor: OLSON DAVID A
IPC: B01D17/06
Filed: 2005-03-14
Abstract: The present invention relates to a fluid treatment system comprising: an inlet; an outlet; and a fluid treatment zone disposed between the inlet and the outlet. The fluid treatment zone has disposed therein: (i) an. elongate first radiation source assembly having a first longitudinal axis, and (ii) an elongate second radiation source assembly having a second longitudinal axis.  The first longitudinal axis and the second longitudinal axis are non-parallel to each other and to a direction of fluid flow through the fluid treatment zone. The present fluid treatment system has a number of advantages including:  it can treat large volumes of fluid (e.g., wastewater, drinking water or the like); it requires a relatively small "footprint"; it results in a relatively lower coefficient of drag resulting in an improved hydraulic pressure loss/gradient over the length of the fluid treatment system; and it results in relatively lower (or no) forced oscillation of the radiation sources thereby obviating or mitigating of breakage of the radiation source and/or protective sleeve (if present). Other advantages are discussed in the specification.
Patent CA-2561915-A1 (CA)
Inventor: OYAMA NOBORU
IPC: H01M4/60
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: Il est prévu une électrode réversible active redox comprenant un substrat conducteur et, superposé à la surface de celui-ci, un film actif redox. Ce film actif redox comprend une substance sulfureuse active redox ayant au moins un cycle aromatique et un cycle contenant au moins une liaison bisulfure dans laquelle les côtés du cycle contenant du bisulfure incluent des côtés du cycle aromatique, laquelle substance sulfureuse a la propriété de, sans ouvrir le cycle contenant du bisulfure, pouvoir donner et recevoir de façon réversible au moins un électron par cycle.
Patent CA-2563267-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HORIUCHI TERUO
IPC: C09K23/38
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: The invention provides an emulsification technique which permits the formati on of functional oil/water or functional granules/water emulsion systems excellent in thermal stability and long-term stability and which can attain the emulsification and dispersion of functional oil or functional granules independent of Erforderlich HLB of the oil or surface properties of the granules. In the technique is used an emulsifying dispersant comprising as t he main component vesicles formed from an amphiphilic substance capable of self - assembly or an emulsifying dispersant comprising single particles of a biopolymer as the main component. The amphiphilic substance capable of self- assembly is selected from among polyoxyethylene hardened castor oil derivatives represented by the general formula (1) wherein the average numbe r of added ethylene oxide molecules is 5 to 15, dialkyldimethylammonium halide s wherein the chain length of the alkyl or alkenyl is 8 to 22, and particles made from phospholipids or phospholipid derivatives. According to the invention, a three-phase structure composed of an aqueous phase, an emulsifying dispersant phase and an oil phase is formed on the surface of an emulsion to give an emulsion (such as emulsion fuel) excellent in thermal stability and long-term stability.
Patent CA-2564110-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHARTIER ALBERT JR
IPC: B62D63/04
Filed: 2006-10-13
Abstract: Il existe déjà sur le marché des modèles de racloir équipé d'un long manche pour déneiger les couvertures tout en demeurant au sol. Cependant ce genre de racloir est utilisable seulement sur des surfaces en pente. Dans la présente invention, l'utilisateur* peut déneiger les surface plat tous en restant au sol. Mon invention est un outil manuel comprenant un racloir possédant un manche muni de deux axes, un mât dressé verticalement, et une perche. Cet assemblage donne à partir du sol un angle parfait au racloir tout au long de sa course sur le toit, cet assemblage permet de produire un effet de levier et exerce de ce fait, une pression sur le racloir pour qu'il pénètre dans la neige et permet de tiré à l'aide de la perche la neige accumuler, pour qu'elle tombe au sol. Mon invention sera particulièrement utile dans l'industrie du camionnage pour déneiger les véhicules qui dans une forte majorité ont des toits plats.
Patent CA-2565833-A1 (CA)
Title: Preparation for induction of increased production of bioactive compounds in plants and its use
Inventor: HRUBY MARTIN
IPC: A01N59/16
Filed: 2005-06-02
Abstract: The invention relates to novel ecologically harmless non-toxic preparations containing plant stress hormones, their derivatives and titanium compounds, which after application by foliar spraying induce in whole intact plants the increase of the content of pharmacologically important secondary metabolites.  High activity of these preparations was proved on the increase of contents of bioactive phenolic substances in the extract from the plant Echinacea purpurea L. (Moench.). Increase of the contents of the secondary metabolites in plants may be exploited in agriculture and pharmaceutical industry for the effective production of pharmacologically important substances.
Patent CA-2566941-A1 (CA)
Inventor: OLBRICH EVA
IPC: D04H1/4209
Filed: 2005-05-17
Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of glycerol as additive for formaldehyde-free aqueous sizes based on acrylic or acrylate polymers, which are intended for the manufacture of products based on mineral wool, in order to improve the aging resistance of the products based on mineral wool that are obtained after the size has been crosslinked. The products based on mineral wool bound with such a size, which is environmentally friendly, have the same quality as products conventionally bound with a phenolic resin. The thickness recovery and flexure of the products obtained are improved.
Patent CA-2567487-A1 (CA)
Title: Deuterated polyimides and derivatives thereof
Inventor: MAESAWA TSUNEAKI
IPC: C08G73/10
Filed: 2005-05-17
Abstract: The invention relates to polyimides and derivatives thereof useful as the raw material of polymers for optical waveguides which are excellent in transparency, the resistance to moisture absorption, and heat resistance, and exhibit low optical transmission losses, high refractive indexes, and good tight adhesion to substrates or the like; and application thereof. The polyimides are deuterated ones represented by the general formula [1] (wherein n is an integer of 1 or above; R1 is a tetravalent alicyclic or aromatic hydrocarbon group which may be deuterated; and R2 is a deuterated divalent aromatic hydrocarbon group), which are obtained by ring-closing a deuterated polyamic acid represented by the general formula [2] (wherein R1 and R2 are each as defined above; and m is an integer of 1 or above) which is produced by reacting an optionally deuterated acid anhydride with a deuterated diamine.
Patent CA-2569697-A1 (CA)
Title: A pharmaceutical composition and its use
Inventor: SACHETTO JEAN-PIERRE
IPC: A61K31/00
Filed: 2005-06-15
Abstract: Polyunsaturated fatty acid ("PUFA") or a pharmacologically acceptable salt or derivative thereof (such as EPA and/or DHA) is used in combination with at least one of an immunosuppressive agent or an antineoplastic agent, said agent(s) having at least one amino acid residue, or a pharmacologically acceptable salt or derivative thereof (such as methotrexate or cyclosporin) in the treatment of conditions involving acutely or chronically inadequate immune response. Specific conditions that may be treated include chronic inflammatory diseases (e.g. Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis) and tumour diseases (e.g. bowel cancer and prostate cancer). One advantage of preferred embodiments of the invention is that bioavailability of immunosuppressive or antineoplastic agents is increased.
Patent CA-2570923-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BROBERG PATRICK
IPC: G08B21/08
Filed: 2005-06-20
Abstract: A method and a system (100) for transmission of a large amount of data over a first dedicated wireless link (A) at a first frequency, such as 2,4 GHz. If the signal strength is weak, the data is further compressed. If the signal strength is further weaker, a second wireless link (B) is used at a second frequency, such as 868 MHZ. The second wireless link (B) is at the same time used as a network system for exchange of information in which the nodes of the system operates as nodes in a multi-hop system.
Patent CA-2573131-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DURRANT EDWARD E
IPC: C07C1/00
Filed: 2005-07-06
Abstract: Carpeting, upholstery, drapery and other textile fibers are cleaned by applying to the fibers an aqueous, chemically carbonated cleaning solution prepared by mixing a carbonate salt and a low soluble acid with hot water, such that the low soluble acid delayedly reacts with the carbonate salt to produce carbon dioxide before being applied to the textile fibers. The delayed production of carbon dioxide helps prevent the loss of carbon dioxide before the carbon dioxide is lost. The hot water increases cleaning capability of the cleaning solution.
Patent CA-2574598-A1 (CA)
Title: Activated protein c inhibits undesirable effects of plasminogen activator in the brain
Inventor: GUO HUANG
IPC: C12Q1/00
Filed: 2005-07-25
Abstract: Activated protein C (APC), a prodrug, and/or a variant of APC may be used to inhibit undesirable effects of plasminogen activator: e.g., apoptosis or cell death of neurons and endothelial cells, brain hemorrhage or intracerebral bleeding, and/or tissue damage in a subject~s brain. Inhibition appears to act through the extrinsic pathway of death receptor signal transduction. This represents an improvement in treatment using plasminogen activator (e.g., fibrinolysis). By reducing undesirable effects, the window for fibrinolythic therapy by plasminogen activator may be widened.
Patent CA-2575308-A1 (CA)
Title: Rotary fan press
Inventor: DENDEL JOSEPH
IPC: B04B1/00
Filed: 2005-08-08
Abstract: The invention relates to a liquid extraction assembly for extracting liquid from a mass comprising: a housing (42) having an inlet and an outlet; the housing (42) further including a path between the inlet and the outlet; the housing (42) being configured to have the mass forced into the inlet to move the mass from the inlet to the outlet; the housing (42) including at least one rotating screen (204, 208) adjacent the path, each at least one rotating screen (204, 208) defining one wall of the path; the at least one rotating screen including a plurality of parallel elongated slots located at the path; wherein pressure from mass forced into the input presses the mass against the slots of the rotating screen to thereby force at least a portion of liquid in the mass to pass through the elongated slots of the at least one rotating screen.