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Patent CA-2844021-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WARIKOO RAMAN
IPC: F04D29/28
Filed: 2014-02-24
Abstract: An impeller for increasing the pressure of a fluid circulating in an annular fluid path, the impeller comprising : a plurality of centrifugal compressor vanes circumferentially interspaced around the axis of the annular fluid path, the plurality of compressor vanes extending from an axially-oriented inlet to a radially- oriented outlet, and each having an inner edge and a free edge, the free edge of the plurality of compressor vanes coinciding with an outer limit of the annular fluid path, and a hub having a solid-of-revolution shape centered around an axis, the hub having an outer hub surface forming an inner limit to the annular fluid path and to which the inner edge of the plurality of centrifugal vanes is secured, the outer hub surface having a portion which leans forward, forming an axial recess therein.
Patent CA-2844960-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HOWELL MATTHEW T
IPC: E21B34/06
Filed: 2012-08-14
Abstract: A method of actuating a well tool can include displacing a magnetic device pattern in the well, thereby transmitting a corresponding magnetic signal to the well tool, and the well tool actuating in response to detection of the magnetic signal. A method of injecting fluid into selected ones of multiple zones penetrated by a wellbore can include displacing at least one magnetic device into at least one valve in the wellbore, the valve actuating in response to the displacing step, and injecting the fluid through the valve and into at least one of the zones associated with the valve. An injection valve for use in a subterranean well can include a sensor which detects a magnetic field, and an actuator which opens the injection valve in response to detection of at least one predetermined magnetic signal by the sensor.
Patent CA-2846337-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PUGH RANDALL B
IPC: G02C7/04
Filed: 2014-03-14
Abstract: This invention discloses methods and apparatus to form organic semiconductor transistors upon three-dimensionally formed insert devices. In some embodiments, the present invention includes incorporating the three-dimensional surfaces with organic semiconductor-based thin film transistors, electrical interconnects, and energization elements into an insert for incorporation into ophthalmic lenses. In some embodiments, the formed insert may be directly used as an ophthalmic device or incorporated into an ophthalmic device.
Patent CA-2846955-A1 (CA)
Title: Food processing device
Inventor: KATZ ROBERT
IPC: A47J43/08
Filed: 2014-03-17
Abstract: A food processing device that manually operates for rotating a drive mechanism where a spring is used to create potential energy when the spring is pulled by a handle and to impart rotation to the drive mechanism when the handle is released.
Patent CA-2847565-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NEALER BRYAN WELBOURNE
IPC: H04M1/72442
Filed: 2012-09-12
Abstract: The subject disclosure is directed towards a technology in which a mobile device such as a phone automatically changes its lock wallpaper content (e.g., an image or video) that appears when the device is in its lock state. An API or the like allows information to be received from an application or service according to which the content is changed, including obtaining the content as needed. The lock wallpaper content may change in response to an automatic change event, and may correspond to a current device context. For example, lock wallpaper content may be displayed based upon a currently playing podcast, audio track, or currently running application program or service. The lock wallpaper may change among content obtained from a social networking site, or from a favorites store. The device may allow gesturing to change the content.
Patent CA-2847969-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WOLLESEN VICTOR
IPC: H04B1/50
Filed: 2012-09-04
Abstract: A system and method are provided for extracting and demodulating one or more channels in a radio signal. The method includes receiving a first radio signal using a radio frequency front end, translating a first band of frequencies of the first radio signal to a second band of frequencies to generate a second radio signal, digitizing the second radio signal to generate a digital signal, extracting one or more additional band of frequencies of the digital signal, each additional band of frequencies corresponding to a channel, and demodulating one or more channels to generate a respective demodulated signal. In another aspect, a system9 and method are provided for modulating and combining one or more channels into a radio signal.
Patent CA-2849601-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DEJESUS WILLIAM M
IPC: E03C1/22
Filed: 2014-04-23
Abstract: A method of forming a drain fixture is disclosed along with the resulting structure. The method includes the steps of aligning two preformed fabrics on top of each other, with connecting elements positioned between the fabrics and bonded to each of the two fabrics, positioning the connected two fabrics in a mold and centering the connected fabrics inside the mold by means of the connecting elements, injecting a plastic material through openings in the connecting elements, and filling the space between the two fabrics with the plastic material.
Patent CA-2849948-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TITE JOHN
IPC: C07K1/107
Filed: 2012-10-08
Abstract: The invention describes peptide ligands specific for human plasma Kallikrein.
Patent CA-2852557-A1 (CA)
Title: Systeme et methode d'identification de problemes de dilatation thermique dans une onduleuse
Inventor: LUPKE MANFRED A A
IPC: B29C48/09
Filed: 2014-05-20
Abstract: Des tubes ondulés ayant des séries opposées de blocs de moule poussés formant un tunnel de moules mobile sont soumis à une dilatation thermique importante et sont conçus avec un joint de dilatation thermique. La présente invention concerne un procédé et un appareil permettant la mesure de changements dans ce joint de dilatation et de préférence la reconnaissance déventuels problèmes thermiques avant que des problèmes sérieux ne surviennent. Un capteur est disposé à côté dun entraînement de bloc de moule qui de préférence détecte une durée entre la détection dune partie de fuite dun bloc de moule de tête et un bord dattaque dun bloc de moule suivant séparé du bloc de moule de tête par le joint de dilatation thermique. Cette durée en combinaison avec une vitesse des blocs de moule poussés est utilisée pour calculer la taille du joint de dilatation thermique.
Patent CA-2856047-A1 (CA)
Title: An inhalable medicament comprising tiotropium
Inventor: ZENG XIAN-MING
IPC: A61K9/12
Filed: 2012-12-06
Abstract: This invention relates to a solution formulation comprising a tiotropium salt, 12-20% ethanol, 0.1-1.5% of water, 0.05-0.10% citric acid (or other organic acid) and an HFA propellant, wherein the percentages are percentages by weight based on the total weight of the formulation. The invention also provides a p MDI comprising a canister containing the formulation.
Patent CA-2857374-A1 (CA)
Title: Camkii, ip3r, calcineurin, p38 and mk2/3 inhibitors to treat metabolic disturbances of obesity
Inventor: TABAS IRA
IPC: A61P3/00
Filed: 2012-08-31
Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of treating or preventing a metabolic disorder in a subject, methods of treating or preventing coronorary artery disease in a subject with a metabolic disorder, as well as methods of reducing hepatic glucose production in a subject. Such methods include, but are not limited to, the administration to the subject of inhibitors of CaMKII, IP3Rs, calcineurin, p38, MK2/3, or any combination thereof. The invention also provides methods of identifying a compound that inhibits the activity of CaMKII, IP3Rs, calcineurin, p38, or MK2/3, or reduces the activity and/or activation of CaMKII, IP3Rs, calcineurin, p38, or MK2/3.
Patent CA-2859531-A1 (CA)
Title: Prepreg, fiber reinforced composite material, and manufacturing method for fiber reinforced composite material
Inventor: HUGHES JONATHAN C
IPC: B32B37/10
Filed: 2012-12-26
Abstract: Embodiments herein relate to a prepreg comprising a thermosetting resin, and reinforcing fibers in the thermosetting resin, wherein when the prepreg is cured in vacuum bag only conditions, and a method of making the same. The method also applies for autoclave processing. Embodiments also relate to a cured fiber reinforced composite material made by thermally curing the prepreg.
Patent CA-2864271-A1 (CA)
Title: A template for and method of installing a plurality of foundation elements in an underwater ground formation
Inventor: VAN VESSEM HENRICUS GERARDUS ANDREAS
IPC: E02D13/04
Filed: 2013-02-08
Abstract: A template (1) for use in installing a plurality of foundation elements, in particular anchor piles (A), relative to one another in an underwater ground formation, comprises at least a guide (4) for guiding a foundation element in a guiding direction during driving the foundation element into a seabed, and a frame (2) including a holding member (3) for holding the guide (4) in transverse direction of the guiding direction. The template (1) further comprises a levelling mechanism (7) for levelling the frame (2) with respect to a seabed (5) when it is placed, thereon. The guide is freely displaceable with respect to the holding member (3) in the guiding direction
Patent CA-2864624-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GILL STEVEN
IPC: A61B17/34
Filed: 2013-02-27
Abstract: Neurosurgical apparatus is described that comprises a guide device (60) and a neurosurgical instrument (40). The guide device includes a tube (66) for insertion into the brain of a subject and a head (64) attached to the proximal end of the tube (66) for affixing the guide device (60) to a hole formed in the skull. The head has a passageway (70) therethrough in communication with the bore of the tube (66) such that the bore of the tube and the passageway (70) through the head (64) define an internal channel through which a neurosurgical instrument (40) can be passed into the brain (10) of the subject. The neurosurgical instrument (40), such as a catheter, is for insertion to a desired brain target through the internal channel of the guide device (60). The apparatus comprises one or more sealing elements (50,72) for providing a substantially fluid tight seal between the internal channel of the guide device (60) and the exterior of the neurosurgical instrument (40) when inserted therein. This prevents fluid leakage from guide tube.
Patent CA-2869584-A1 (CA)
Title: Passive containment air cooling for nuclear power plants
Inventor: CONWAY LAWRENCE E
IPC: G21C13/087
Filed: 2013-03-28
Abstract: An enhanced passive containment air cooling system for a nuclear power plant that increases the heat transfer surface on the exterior of the nuclear plant's containment vessel. The increased surface area is created by forming a tortuous path in or on at least a substantial part of the exterior surface of the containment vessel over which a cooling fluid can flow and follow the tortuous path. The tortuous path is formed from a series of indentations and protrusions in or on the exterior surface that form a circuitous path for the cooling fluid.
Patent CA-2870226-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KARPOVA TATJANA
IPC: C02F1/32
Filed: 2013-04-19
Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for reduction of the presence of microorganisms and/or decomposition of organic micropollutants in water using an energy source and an additive characterised in that the energy source is UV radiation and the additive comprises performic acid.
Patent CA-2870665-A1 (CA)
Title: Wireless power harvesting along multiple paths in a reverberent cavity
Inventor: BOMMER JASON P
IPC: H02J17/00
Filed: 2013-03-27
Abstract: An apparatus comprises a structure including a cavity that, when excited with electromagnetic energy, produces an electric field having randomized distribution of field amplitude and polarity. The apparatus further comprises a sensor within the cavity. The sensor has a plurality of antennas for wirelessly harvesting operating power along different paths within the cavity
Patent CA-2872815-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HOOD PETER DAVID
IPC: H01M8/24
Filed: 2013-05-20
Abstract: A method of assembling a fuel cell plate assembly, the method comprising: placing a bipolar plate on a build point platform (1602); placing a prefabricated first fluid diffusion layer on, and in alignment with, the bipolar plate (1606); dispensing a first track of adhesive adjacent both the bipolar plate and a peripheral edge of the first fluid diffusion layer (1610); and placing a prefabricated ?E? and second fluid diffusion layer in sealing engagement with the first track of adhesive and thereby forming a seal between the bipolar plate, the peripheral edge of the first fluid diffusion layer and the ?E? and second fluid diffusion layer (1612) wherein the method comprises lowering the build point platform (1604, 1608) before or after any or all of the placing or dispensing steps (1302, 1606, 1610, 1612).
Patent CA-2878128-A1 (CA)
Title: Hydrogel vaccine formulations
Inventor: COULTER IVAN
IPC: A61K9/51
Filed: 2013-07-05
Abstract: This invention relates to compositions for delivering one or more active ingredients, and more particularly to compositions, e.g. beads, comprising a matrix material which matrix material comprises a microorganism. In particular, the invention relates to compositions comprising a microorganism selected from live, killed, attenuated and inactivated microorganisms. The matrix material may also comprise a surfactant and may further comprise an adjuvant. The invention further relates to the manufacture and use of such compositions, and to other subject matter.
Patent CA-2878861-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for generating a graphical 3d computer model of at least one anatomical structure in a selectable pre-, intra-, or postoperative status
Inventor: KAMER LUKAS
IPC: A61B17/88
Filed: 2012-07-12
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for generating a graphical 3D computer model of anatomical structures in a selectable pre-, intra-, or postoperative status, having the following steps: A) receiving a preoperative first medical 3D image data set (10) of anatomical structures to be treated of a patient by means of a computer-assisted medical imaging method; B) generating a first graphical 3D computer model (1) of the anatomical structures to be treated in the form of a digital data set using the first medical 3D image data set (10) received in step A); C) receiving a second medical 2D or 3D image data set (20) of the anatomical structures to be treated in a pre-, intra-, or postoperative status by means of a computer-assisted medical imaging method; D) generating a second graphical 2D or 3D computer model (2) of the anatomical structures to be treated in the form of a digital data set using the second medical 2D or 3D image data set (20) received in step C); and E) carrying out an image registration process of the first graphical 3D computer model (1) using the second graphical 2D or 3D computer model (2).
Patent CA-2879227-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KAVIMANI NAGAR PRABHU
IPC: C08L15/02
Filed: 2013-07-09
Abstract: The invention is concerned with the field of polymer chemistry and relates to elastomeric materials as usable, for example, as an inner liner material for motor vehicle tyres, and to the use thereof. The problem addressed by the present invention consists in specifying elastomeric materials having relatively low gas permeability. The problem is solved by elastomeric materials comprising butyl and/or halobutyl rubbers or mixtures thereof, with 1 to 20 phr of at least one liquid imidazolium salt and with 1 to 40 phr of at least one filler having a graphitic structure. The problem is additionally solved by the use of the inventive elastomeric materials for elastomer materials having low to very low gas permeability.
Patent CA-2879773-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MAUCEC MARKO
IPC: G06Q10/04
Filed: 2013-07-29
Abstract: The present disclosure describes systems and methods for performing multi-level reservoir history matching. At least some illustrative embodiments include a method that includes generating a first history-matched model using at least one updated model parameter derived from one or more existing model parameters, generating a set of second history-matched models by applying a probabilistic inversion to the first history-matched model, and deriving a set of third history-matched models from the set of second history-matched models. The method further includes generating dynamic simulation realization sets using each of the set of third history-matched models, ranking each of the set of third history-matched models based at least in part on the dynamic simulation realization sets, and presenting a production forecast to a user based on the highest ranked third history- matched models.
Patent CA-2880911-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PATRU ALEXANDRA
IPC: C25B11/04
Filed: 2013-08-02
Abstract: The present invention relates to an electrode for diffusing gases, which is formulated by a method using at least one electrocatalytic material in the form of a divided powder. The invention further relates to the method for formulating an electrode, to a device for the electrolysis of water that includes said electrode, and to a method for producing a hydrogen/oxygen mixture or hydrogen alone, or for producing oxygen alone.
Patent CA-2883317-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods and systems for coordination of aseptic sterilization and aseptic package filling rate
Inventor: CUMMINGS DANIEL LOUIS
IPC: B65B55/12
Filed: 2013-09-20
Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods and systems for coordinating and balancing continuous product production, including continuous flow processes such as aseptic sterilization with package filling rate. The methods and systems include an averaging level control scheme to actively manage the balance between the continuous flow rate and the package filling rate. The methods and systems allow the flow rate to be adjusted for changes in the package filling rate, preventing a need for stoppage of the continuous product production.
Patent CA-2884744-A1 (CA)
Title: Energy harvesting load control switch
Inventor: BRANDT NATHAN ALLEN
IPC: G05F5/00
Filed: 2013-09-24
Abstract: A method, device, and system for controlling power delivered to a power-consuming device. The device can harvest power from a conductor carrying a high voltage using a power harvesting device. The device can include a power storage device to power a hardware processor and a communication component when there is no voltage flowing through the conductor. The device can determine when a control event is to occur. At such time, the device terminates control power delivered to the power-consuming device and continues to withhold the control power until the control event expires. When the control event has ended, the device allows control power to flow to the power-consuming device. The device uses a timer and the communication component to send and receives signals associated with a control event to a user. The device can also operate in a limited mode to conserve power when the device is not in use.
Patent CA-2884844-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NGUYEN TUNG KIM
IPC: F16K1/48
Filed: 2013-09-26
Abstract: A slam-shut safety device includes a valve body (112), a valve disc (122), a reset pin (160), a and a guide collar (162). The valve disc (122) is shiftable between an open position spaced away from a valve seat (120), and a closed position seated against the valve seat (120). The reset pin (160) operatively is coupled to the valve disc (122) and shiftable between an untripped position placing the valve disc (122) in the open position and a tripped position placing the valve disc (122) in the closed position. The guide collar (162) includes a hollow cylindrical portion slidably supported in a guide bore and extending at least partly over the reset pin 160) at a location adjacent to the valve disc (122). The guide collar (162) is shiftable between a retracted position and an extended position relative to the guide bore for providing added structural integrity and protecting the reset pin from bending forces.
Patent CA-2887112-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MEDOFF MARSHALL
IPC: B01D15/18
Filed: 2014-03-07
Abstract: Biomass (e.g., plant biomass, animal biomass, and municipal waste biomass) is processed to produce useful intermediates and products, such as energy, fuels, foods or materials. For example, equipment, systems and methods are described that can be used to treat feedstock materials, such as cellulosic and/or lignocellulosic materials. Process streams can be upgraded, e.g., by removing undesired components utilizing simulated moving bed systems such as simulated moving bed chromatography, improved simulated moving bed chromatography, sequential simulated moving bed chromatography and/or related systems.
Patent CA-2888993-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DEMPSEY JAMES F
IPC: A61N5/10
Filed: 2013-10-25
Abstract: Edema in tissue of a patient undergoing a course of radiation therapy or treatment can be estimated based on one or more MRI measurements used to measure changes in fluid content of various tissues. A correlation between observed changes in edema and one or more delivered fractions of radiation can be used to drive one or more clinical actions. Methods, systems, articles of manufacture, and the like are described.
Patent CA-2890374-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KURKAL-SIEBERT VANDANA
IPC: C09K8/74
Filed: 2014-01-24
Abstract: Process for treating subterranean oil-bearing formations comprising carbonate rockswith an aqueous composition comprising cationic ammonium salts comprising four hydrocarbon radicals wherein at least one of the hydrocarbon radicals is substituted by an OH-group. The process may be a process for enhanced oil recovery, fracturing, acidizing or antiscale treatment.
Patent CA-2890978-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and device for drug delivery
Inventor: PESACH BENNY
IPC: A61M5/142
Filed: 2008-03-19
Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for delivering a therapeutic substance into the body of a patient are disclosed. The device includes an infusion catheter for insertion into tissue of a patient and delivery of a therapeutic substance to an infused region surrounding the insertion site. The device further includes a catheter securing element for adhering to the skin of the patient. Additionally, the device includes a housing containing a substance delivery device for infusing the substance into the infusion catheter, and a sensor built into the housing for detecting infusion of the substance. Further, the device includes a treatment element for applying a treatment in a vicinity of the infused region to modify a pharmacokinetic and/or pharmacodynamic profile of the substance, and a controller unit in communication with the treatment element. The controller initiates application of the treatment by the treatment element upon detecting the beginning of infusion.
Patent CA-2891970-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JASPAERT BRUNO
IPC: B29C65/54
Filed: 2013-11-22
Abstract: The invention relates to the construction of a sealed connection between an elastomeric or synthetic polymer flexible pipe or hose and a metallic coupling member (13'). The coupling member surrounds an armour layer (9') at a free end of the flexible pipe or hose. A sealing area (3') is defined by a recessed portion of the pipe coupling (13') into which a sealing material (23) is introduced. An inner liner layer (1') of the flexible pipe or hose may extend into the sealing area (3') where it is bonded to the sealing material. The sealing material (23) and the inner liner layer (1') may each be comprised of a semi- crystalline thermoplastic material. Furthermore, a reinforcement material (2') be provided in the inner liner layer (1').
Patent CA-2892676-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BUTORA GABOR
IPC: C07D339/08
Filed: 2013-12-02
Abstract: The present invention relates to disulfide masked prodrug compounds, compositions and methods that are amenable to bioactivation by a reducing agent such as glutathione. Such disulfide based compounds, compositions, and methods can be useful, for example, in providing novel prodrugs for use as therapeutics. The compounds feature a conformationally restricted disulfide phosphotriester moiety to mask anionic charge. The compounds include a 1,2-dithigne moiety.