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Patent CA-2477649-A1 (CA)
Title: Light emitting diode optics
Inventor: TESSNOW THOMAS
IPC: F21S8/10
Filed: 2004-08-16
Abstract: [0021] A bulb (10) for an automotive taillight has a central stem (12) that includes a base (14), a summit (16), and an intermediate portion (18). A parabolic reflector (20) is positioned about the base (14) and has a first reflector surface (22) facing the summit (16). At least one light source (24) is positioned on the summit (16) for directing primary illumination toward the reflector surface (22) on the reflector (20). In a preferred embodiment of the invention a plurality of light sources (24) are employed to even the distribution of light and the light sources are red light emitting LEDs. An optic (26) is associated with at least a part of the intermediate portion (18), the optic (26) having a second reflector surface (28) for directing secondary illumination toward the first reflector surface (22).
Patent CA-2478179-A1 (CA)
Title: An emanator for evaporation of a liquid therefrom
Inventor: TRIPLETT CARL
IPC: A61L9/12
Filed: 2003-03-04
Abstract: An emanator for evaporation of a liquid therefrom is provided. The emanator includes a first material (30) and a second material (40) that is disposed adjacent to the first material. The emanator is configured such that a liquid travels through the emanator at a rate no less than a rate at which it would travel through the first material alone and no less than a rate at which it would travel through the second material alone.
Patent CA-2479779-A1 (CA)
Title: Improved residuum conversion process
Inventor: SISKIN MICHAEL
IPC: C10G9/32
Filed: 2003-03-21
Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for increasing the capacity for processing residua and obtaining higher yields of liquids having an average boiling point equal to or less than about 510~C. A residual feedstock is introduced with recycled product asphaltenes into a short vapor contact time thermal process unit wherein the vaporized product is sent to a fractionator zone to produce a 510~C- fraction and a 510~C+ fraction. The 510~C+ fraction is sent to a solvent extraction zone to produce an asphaltene-rich fraction that is recycled to the short vapor contact time thermal process unit.</SDOA B>
Patent CA-2480594-A1 (CA)
Title: Joint multicouche comprenant au moins une cale de surepaisseur
Inventor: KEBAILI CHRISTIAN
IPC: F02F11/00
Filed: 2004-09-23
Abstract: L'objet de l'invention est un joint de culasse avec au moins un orifice (11 2) correspondant à une chambre de combustion, ledit joint comprenant un empilag e d'au moins une tôle dite active (118) comportant au moins une nervure (122) ménagée autour dudit ou desdits orifice(s), et d'au moins une tôle intercalaire (120), caractérisé en ce que le joint comprend au moins une cale (130) dite de surépaisseur disposée dans le plan de la tôle intercalair e (120), au droit de la ou des tôle(s) active(s), à l'extérieur de la ou des nervures (122), ladite cale de surépaisseur (130) ayant une épaisseur telle que ladite cale (130) constitue une surépaisseur focalisée par rapport à la tôle intercalaire (120 ).
Patent CA-2481552-A1 (CA)
Title: Programming interface for a computer platform
Inventor: MCKEE TIMOTHY P
IPC: G06F17/00
Filed: 2004-09-14
Abstract: A programming interface for a computer platform can include various functionality. In certain embodiments, the programming interface includes one or more of a first group of services related to re-usable user interface controls, a second group of services related to user interface dialogs and user interface wizards, a third group of services related to extending the user interface functionality, and a fourth group of services related to extending functionality of a desktop of the user interface.
Patent CA-2486164-A1 (CA)
Title: Video pre-processing
Inventor: KAMARIOTIS OTHON
IPC: H04N7/26
Filed: 2003-06-12
Abstract: A method of distinguishing between a foreground object part and a substantially static background part of each videoframe within a video sequence. The method comprises the steps of: dividing each video frame into a number of video blocks each of which comprises one or more pixels; generating a mask frame in respect of each video frame, each mask frame having a mask block corresponding to each video block in each respective video frame; and either setting each mask block to either an object value, indicating that the corresponding video block in the corresponding video frame includes one or more pixels depicting a foreground object part, or to another value.
Patent CA-2488663-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TOSEY JOSEPH PETER ROBERT
IPC: G06F9/44
Filed: 2003-06-09
Abstract: La présente invention utilise une manipulation de saisie pour offrir une capacité d'entrée puis action à des saisies d'utilisateur. les saisies d'utilisateur sont reçues et un ensemble d'une ou de plusieurs applications secondaires est/sont exécutée(s) à l'aide de la saisie. Un classement de priorités peut ensuite être calculé pour chacune de la ou des applications secondaires se trouvant dans l'ensemble, la classification de priorités indiquant le degré de pertinence de la saisie par rapport à une application correspondante.
Patent CA-2489061-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BAROZZINI CLAUDE
IPC: F21V23/00
Filed: 2004-12-02
Abstract: The present invention relates to a garage light assembly having a housing with a lamp mounting surface wherein a main high intensity discharge lamp and an auxiliary circular high output fluorescent lamp are mounted. The auxiliary lamp is mounted centrally within the assembly and above the light emitting portion of the high intensity discharge lamp so that the light pattern emitted from the auxiliary lamp is symmetrical and the auxiliary lamp does not shadow the light emitted from the high intensity discharge lamp.
Patent CA-2493338-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MUELLER HANNS-PETER
IPC: C08G18/32
Filed: 2005-01-19
Abstract: A process for preparing polymers containing polyortho ester groups and optionally NCO groups by reacting A) and B) where A) is a polyortho ester containing at least one isocyanate-reactive group prepared by reacting at least one or more acyclic ortho esters with low molecular weight polyols having a functionality of 4 - 8 and a number-average molecular weight of 80 - 500 g/mol and B) is least one polyisocyanate. The polymers obtained from the process can be used to produce coatings, adhesive bonds and/or seals. The coating compositions can include one or more of the above-described polymers, optionally polyisocyanates, catalysts, and optionally auxiliaries and additives and can be used to coat substrates.
Patent CA-2493971-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PAUL BIJOY
IPC: G06Q40/04
Filed: 1997-12-03
Abstract: A data processing system for implementing transaction management of auction-based trading for specialized items such as fixed income instruments.      The data processing system provides a highly structured trading protocol implemented through a sequence of trading paradigms. The system employs a distributed computer processing network linking together a plurality of commonly programmed controlled workstations. The protocol and its programmed controlling logic enhances trading efficiency, rewards market makers and fairly distributes market opportunity to system users.
Patent CA-2494250-A1 (CA)
Title: Biosensor and method for manufacturing same
Inventor: MARUO MASAHARU
IPC: C12Q1/00
Filed: 2003-08-08
Abstract: The present invention provides a biosensor that can be used for easy and quick quantitative analysis of a specific component in a sample with high precision and a method for manufacturing such a biosensor. The present invention also provides a biosensor that can be used for a highly precise quantitative analysis after an extended period of storage, specifically, a biosensor with excellent storage stability, and a method for manufacturing such a biosensor. The present invention relates to a biosensor comprising an electrically insulating substrate (1); an electrode (2) having a working electrode (21) and a counter electrode (22) formed on the substrate; and a reaction part (4) that is adhered to one end of the electrode (2); the reaction part (4) being mainly composed of a hydrophilic polymer comprising an oxidoreductase, an electron acceptor, fine crystalline cellulose powder, and hydrophilic and hydrophobic segments.
Patent CA-2496623-A1 (CA)
Title: Benzenesulfonate salts of 4-fluoro-2-cyanopyrrolidine derivatives
Inventor: KAMEO KAZUYA
IPC: A61P3/10
Filed: 2003-08-27
Abstract: A benzenesulfonate salt of (2S,4S)-2-cyano-4-fluoro-1-[(2-hydroxy-1,1-dimethyl)ethylamino]acetylpyrrolidine that has an excellent DPPIV inhibition activity as well as physical properties (e.g., stability) required for pharmaceutical preparations. The present invention allows easy obtaining of the compound in high-purity uniform crystal form with excellent solid-state stability.
Patent CA-2496712-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LERESTIF JEAN-MICHEL
IPC: A61P9/06
Filed: 2005-02-07
Abstract: Procédé de synthèse des composés de formule (I):    dans laquelle R1 et R2, identiques ou différents, représentent chacun un groupement alkoxy (C1-C8) linéaire ou ramifié, ou bien forment ensemble avec l'atome de carbone qui les porte un cycle 1,3-dioxane, 1,3-dioxolane ou 1,3-dioxépane.     Application à la synthèse de l'ivabradine, de ses sels d'addition à un acide pharmaceutiquement acceptable et de ses hydrates.
Patent CA-2498006-A1 (CA)
Title: Procede de preparation de compositions sulfonamides extrudees a partir d'une pate
Inventor: ROCHE ROBERT T
IPC: B29C48/00
Filed: 2003-09-09
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé de préparation de compositions herbicides sulfonamides extrudées à partir d'une pâte, ces compositions possédant des propriétés améliorées en termes de facilité de nettoyage des équipements de pulvérisation. Ce procédé consiste à préparer un mélange comprenant un acide libre herbicide sulfonamide, au moins 50 % en équivalence d'une base inorganique par rapport à l'acide libre herbicide sulfonamide et de l'eau en quantité suffisante pour former une pâte extrudable, à extruder ce mélange pour former un extrudat, puis à sécher cet extrudat.
Patent CA-2498618-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TREGER CLAUDE
IPC: A01G3/053
Filed: 2005-02-28
Abstract: The invention relates to a lawn mower having at least one rotating knife which is mounted on a rotating, motor-driven knife carrier by means of a screwless, detachable connection, this connection being detachable by a relative rotation between knife and knife carrier. It is thereby important that the connection between the knife and its knife carrier is made by a centrally arranged bayonet lock and that this bayonet lock can be locked in the closed position by an additional locking element.
Patent CA-2498717-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BACK ARTHUR
IPC: A61L27/38
Filed: 2003-09-02
Abstract: A corneal appliance (60) that is placed over an eye (10) has a lens body (40) and epithelial cells (70) secured over the lens body. The epithelial cells of the appliance may be derived from cultured cells, including stem cells, such as limbal stem cells, or epithelial cell lines, or may include at least a portion of the epithelium of the eye on which the appliance is placed. The corneal appliance may have a cellular attachment element between the lens body and the epithelial cells to facilitate attachment of the epithelial cells over the lens body. The corneal appliance (60) is intended to be used on a de-epithelialized eye, which may be an eye that has had the epithelium fully or partially removed. The corneal appliance may be used to improve vision.  Methods of producing the corneal appliance and of improving vision are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2499630-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CLIFFORD NICHOLAS GUY
IPC: A63B63/00
Filed: 2003-07-29
Abstract: A recreation range system (10) including a field (11) and a rotatable range carousel (13).
Patent CA-2499774-A1 (CA)
Title: Decoupled ingredient brand licensing method
Inventor: JOHNSON DOUGLAS A
IPC: G06Q30/06
Filed: 2003-04-30
Abstract: Method of ingredient brand licensing comprising: a) providing at least one ingredient to one or more resellers wherein the ingredient is used in the manufacture of at least one composite product and wherein the composite product or a functional product comprising or made utilizing the composite product is conveyed to one or more brand users; b) receiving ingredient consideration in exchange for providing the ingredient; c) providing a brand;  d) licensing the brand to one or more brand users wherein each brand user is licensed to associate the brand with a functional product wherein the functional product comprises or was made utilizing the composite product; and e) receiving brand consideration in exchange for permitting use of the brand in association with the functional product wherein the brand consideration is received from a party other than the party from whom the ingredient consideration is received.
Patent CA-2506225-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GHASKADVI RUCHITA VIJAY
IPC: H04L12/16
Filed: 2005-05-03
Abstract: A Java based server is disclosed for providing streaming data. Streaming data is received in a publisher interface and processed to generate Java messages describing real time updated. One application of the Java based server is to provide streaming data for business process.
Patent CA-2507723-A1 (CA)
Title: Trench forming and preparing apparatus
Inventor: MITCHELL WAYNE GREGORY
IPC: E02F5/10
Filed: 2003-10-16
Abstract: The specification discloses apparatus (10) for excavating a trench (18) and preparing a base region of the trench (18) for laying of a pipeline, cabling or the like therein, the apparatus (10) including a trench forming machine (11) driven in a forward direction (14) while excavating the trench (18), th e apparatus (10) also including a device (13) for laying bedding material in t he base region of the trench, the device (13) being integrally part of the tren ch forming machine (11) or being towed thereby, the apparatus (10) further including conveyor means (20, 22, 23) for conveying excavated trench materia l created by the trench forming machine (11) to the device (13) for laying bedding material into the trench (18), the device (13) including a vibrating screen separator (25) for separating fine particulate material from coarser excavated trench material whereby the fine particulate material is delivered to the base region of the trench (18).
Patent CA-2508009-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RZESZUTEK LESZEK
IPC: F01D25/04
Filed: 2005-05-19
Abstract: A method for balancing a gas turbine rotor includes providing a gas turbine rotor including a plurality of turbine blades (50), wherein at least one turbine blade includes a blade tip shroud (68) that includes a leading edge (74) and a trailing edge (78) that is opposite the leading edge, and coupling a balance clip (100) to the at least one turbine blade. The balance clip includes a first portion (102) having a first length (104) that enables the clip to extend between the tip shroud leading and trailing edges and includes a first hook (114) that is configured to couple to the tip shroud leading edge, a second portion (106) having a second length (108) that is shorter than the first length, such that the second portion extends only partially from at least one of the tip shroud trailing and leading edges towards the opposite shroud edge, and a second hook that extends between the first and second portions and is configured to couple to at least one of the tip shroud leading and trailing edges.
Patent CA-2509588-A1 (CA)
Title: Communication channel structure and method
Inventor: MANTHA RAMESH
IPC: H04W52/54
Filed: 2002-12-13
Abstract: A novel communication channel structure and method in a wireless communicati on system is provided. In an embodiment of the invention, the communication system includes a base station and a plurality of subscriber stations and th e subscriber stations are given access to a variety of channels, including at least one uplink data channel. The uplink data channel can operate in at lea st a random access mode and a polled access mode. The base station informs each subscriber station it serves of the current mode of the uplink channel via a n associated downlink signaling channel and, in random access mode, each subscriber station is able to randomly access the shared uplink channel. In polled mode, each subscriber station waits for permission from the base station before sending data over the shared uplink channel. A method of operating the system monitors the collisions which occur on the uplink chann el in random mode and/or the amount of data and/or the data's priority level and/or QoS requirements and switches the system between random and polled modes as appropriate. In polled mode, the method determines which subscriber stations should access the uplink and when.
Patent CA-2512269-A1 (CA)
Title: Driver circuit for an hid lamp and method for operating an hid lamp
Inventor: BREUER CHRISTIAN
IPC: H05B41/24
Filed: 2005-07-15
Abstract: The present invention relates to a driver circuit for an HID lamp having a circuit arrangement for applying a radiofrequency signal for the purpose of starting the lamp and for applying a low-frequency signal for the purpose of operating the lamp after starting, the driver circuit being designed to drive the HID lamp, immediately after starting, using a radiofrequency signal for a period of time, the period of time being variable and depending on at least one operating parameter for the lamp which is set after starting. It also relates to a corresponding method for operating an HID lamp.
Patent CA-2512506-A1 (CA)
Title: Condiment dispenser
Inventor: MCMAHON MICHAEL D
IPC: B65D75/58
Filed: 2004-01-02
Abstract: A condiment dispenser includes a holder, and a condiment container adapted to be positioned in the holder and containing a quantity of an edible food condiment. The condiment container is provided with a dispensing nozzle through which the condiment in the condiment container is dispensed from the condiment container. The condiment container is adapted to be wound on a shaft that is rotatably supported on the holder so that rotation of the shaft applies pressure to the condiment in the condiment container to dispense the condiment through the dispensing nozzle.
Patent CA-2517964-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DUNCAN SCOTT
IPC: C07H5/06
Filed: 2004-03-02
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a one-step process for the preparation of fructopyranose sulfamate derivatives of general formula (I), wherein X, R1, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are as described in the specification.
Patent CA-2520218-A1 (CA)
Title: Suture anchor and void filler combination
Inventor: STORY BROOKS J
IPC: A61L27/58
Filed: 2005-09-19
Abstract: A novel combination of a suture anchor and a bone void filler composition. Also, a method of using the combination to affix soft tissue to mount a suture anchor in a bone.
Patent CA-2523540-A1 (CA)
Title: Systems and methods for facilitating and/or effectuating development, rehabilitation, restoration, and/or recovery of visual function through neural stimulation
Inventor: SHEFFIELD WARREN DOUGLAS
IPC: A61N1/18
Filed: 2004-04-26
Abstract: System and methods for effectuating and/or facilitating visual function in a patient. One embodiment of a system comprises a neural stimulation system and a visual training system. The neural stimulation system can include a pulse generator and a stimulus delivery device coupled to the pulse generator. The stimulus delivery device is configured to deliver a stimulus to the brain of the patient. The visual training system can include a computer and a display coupled to the computer. The computer has a computer operable medium containing instructions to provide a visual output to the patient via the display.
Patent CA-2525497-A1 (CA)
Title: Peptides that bind to the erythropoietin receptor
Inventor: LALONDE GUY
IPC: A61P7/06
Filed: 2004-05-12
Abstract: The present invention relates to peptide compounds that are agonists of the erythropoietin receptor (EPO-R). The invention also relates to therapeutic methods using such peptide compounds to treat disorders associated with insufficient or defective red blood cell production. Pharmaceutical compositions, which comprise the peptide compounds of the invention, are also provided. The peptides can be in monomeric or dimeric forms and are eventually conjugated to PEG. The peptides have from 1 to 40 residues and comprise the sequence: LYACHX0GPITX1VCQPLR, wherein X0 is H or homoserine methylether; X1 is W or 1-nal or 2-nal.
Patent CA-2526181-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WARR ANTONY JOHN
IPC: B01J19/24
Filed: 2004-04-26
Abstract: The present invention relates to a reactor comprising a plurality of reaction zones, a first reaction zone being configured to provide a first residence time for a reaction mixture passing therethrough at a particular flow rate, and a second reaction zone connected in series with the first reaction zone and configured to provide a second residence time for the reaction mixture passing therethrough at the particular flow rate, wherein the second residence time is at least about 1.5 times greater than the first residence time, the reactor further comprising means for bypassing at least one of the first and second reaction zones to reduce the effective residence time of the reaction mixture passing through the reactor.
Patent CA-2526845-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods and materials for identifying agents which modulate bone remodeling and agents identified thereby
Inventor: BHAT BHEEM M
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2004-06-07
Abstract: The invention discloses compositions, compounds, apparatuses and methods of using them to study bone mineralization and identify agents that regulate bone mineralization. Methods of using bone mineralization gene profiles and signatures for compound screening and research are also disclosed. Reagents for modulating bone mineralization are provided for both therapeutic and research usage.
Patent CA-2533612-A1 (CA)
Inventor: YAMASHIDA HISASHI
IPC: H03K3/03
Filed: 2006-01-20
Abstract: A characteristic adjustment circuit for a logic circuit includes an oscillator that includes a first metal-oxide semiconductor (MOS) transistor and outputs an oscillation output, and a voltage generator that generates a voltage of a second MOS transistor of the logic circuit according to a phase difference between the oscillation output and a reference signal.
Patent CA-2534234-A1 (CA)
Title: Sterile preparations of phospholipids and anti-inflammatory pharmaceuticals and methods for making and using same
Inventor: LICHTENBERGER LENARD M
IPC: A61K/
Filed: 2004-08-02
Abstract: A filter sterilized composition of a phospholipid and an anti-inflammatory pharmaceutical is disclosed, where the anti-inflammatory pharmaceutical is a nonsteroidal, anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), a cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2) inhibitor or a mixture thereof. A method for preparing these sterile compositions is also disclosed and includes a filtration step through a sterilizing filtration membrane. Methods for using these sterilized compositions to treat accident and battle field injuries or treatment of injuries to the nerve system especially in unconscious patients via injection, topical administration, or according to an administration protocol.
Patent CA-2536587-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HA HO-JIN
IPC: H04N7/12
Filed: 2004-07-09
Abstract: A method and an apparatus for controlling bitrates in an optimal manner by use of information available for use by the pre-decoder, in wavelet-based scalable video coding art using the pre-decoder. A method for controlling bitrates includes the steps of determining the amount of bits for each coding unit relative to a bitstream generated by encoding an original image so as to minimize distortion of the final image from the original image, and extracting a bitstream having the target amount of bits by truncating a part of the generated bitstream based on the determined amount of bits.