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Patent CA-2712301-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VAN AKEN ROBERT CORNELIS
IPC: F24D13/02
Filed: 2009-02-11
Abstract: A fluid heating apparatus has a fluid flow path from an inlet to an outlet, with multiple heating sections positioned along the flow path. Each heating section is at least one pair of electrodes between which an electric current is passed through the fluid to resistively heat the fluid during its passage along the flow path. At least one of the heating sections has a segmented electrode made up of a plurality of electrically separable segments. This allows an effective active area of the segmented electrode to be controlled by selectively activating the segments. A controller determines a required voltage and current to be delivered to the fluid by each heating section, and allows for input conductivity as well as variations in fluid conductivity with temperature. The controller activates selected segments of the segmented electrode to effect delivery of desired current and voltage by the segmented electrode to the fluid.
Patent CA-2712686-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DIPILLA DOMENIC
IPC: B60R22/30
Filed: 2010-08-16
Abstract: A seat belt adjuster is provided for adjoining the lap belt to the shoulder belt of an automobile seat belt to prevent the shoulder belt from rubbing against the neck of the wearer. The adjuster is made of a single piece and cannot be separated. The device attaches to the shoulder belt by means of hook and loop fastening. The bottom portion of the device attaches to the lap belt by way of a metal snap. In the event of collision the snap portion of the device would disengage.     The adjuster can easily slide across the lap belt and shoulder belt of the automobile therefore adjusting the position of the shoulder belt away from the neck.
Patent CA-2714773-A1 (CA)
Title: Cisailles electriques
Inventor: CHEN WU
IPC: B26B15/00
Filed: 2010-09-14
Abstract: Des cisailles électriques comprennent un logement, un moteur à l'intérieur du logement, un mécanisme de transmission comprenant une boîte de réduction et une paire de roues coniques, une pale fixe, une pale mobile fixée de manière rotative à la pale fixe et couplée au moteur par le mécanisme de transmission et un mécanisme de commande de course qui commande la pale mobile à basculer vers l'avant et l'arrière par rapport à sa connexion à la pale fixe. La pale fixe est soutenue sur la boîte de réduction et fixée au logement avec la boîte de réduction. Les cisailles électriques ainsi présentées ont une forme réduite, une structure intérieure simple et compacte et une meilleure portabilité.
Patent CA-2716172-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BURNHAM DOUGLAS
IPC: F21S8/00
Filed: 2009-02-20
Abstract: A swimming pool water inlet generator (202) comprising attachment means operable to allow the generator to be attached to a swimming pool water inlet, a turbine assembly (205) arranged and operable to generate electricity when water flows through the inlet and at least one electrically powered device (234) operable to use the generated electricity in the operation thereof.
Patent CA-2720082-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GEIST JOSHUA B
IPC: H04L69/40
Filed: 2009-04-08
Abstract: A system and method for providing or maintaining data and application continuity in a computer system. According to an embodiment, the system comprises a communication interface for a client system, a network layer for receiving data from the client system, a hardware infrastructure for creating instances of the client system for replicating data, and an applications module for executing one or more applications on the replicated data. According to a further aspect, the system includes a portal and user interface configured for providing a remote user with control, audit and other functions associated with the user's system configuration. According to another aspect, the portal and user interface provides access and control based on user privileges for a multi-tenant, multi-instant architecture or configuration.
Patent CA-2720742-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MORIZANE TOSHINORI
IPC: C09D7/12
Filed: 2009-03-30
Abstract: The present invention employs zinc powder and a vehicle containing an aqueous solution containing a specific alkali silicate, an ammonium ion, and a halide ion at specific concentrations; a vehicle containing an aqueous solution containing the above ingredients at specific concentrations and additionally an alkali halide at a specific concentration; or a vehicle containing an aqueous solution containing a specific alkali silicate and an alkali halide at specific concentrations, wherein the vehicle and zinc powder are contained at a specific ratio.
Patent CA-2731643-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KWIATKOWSKI THOMAS J
IPC: C12N15/113
Filed: 2009-07-21
Abstract: The invention provides novel FUS/TLS nucleic acids and proteins that comprise one or more genetic markers (for example, single nucleotide polymorphisms) and methods of use thereof including methods relating to the diagnosis of ALS or other related motor neuron disease by virtue of the presence of the mutant FUS/TLS sequence(s).
Patent CA-2733053-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HIRANI MOHAMED
IPC: G06Q40/00
Filed: 2011-03-02
Abstract: In certain embodiments, a computer system and process for use in a trading system are provided that allow trading entities to compress trade records while simplifying the reconciliation process. Advantageously, compressed trade records are processed by a custodian firm, while uncompressed reconciliation data are processed by a central counterparty. In some embodiments, a computer system and process are provided that allows trading entities to compress trade records across markets. Advantageously, compression across markets provides a larger pool of eligible trade records for compression, increasing the number of compressible trades, and thus reducing fees paid by the trading firm and the amount of data transmitted.
Patent CA-2734027-A1 (CA)
Title: Multi-level sofa hinge for a sofa convertible
Inventor: KANTHASAMY ABEDAN
IPC: A47C7/00
Filed: 2011-03-14
Abstract: A sofa hinge that provides easy conversion of a sofa convertible from one position to another while providing added safety by substantially reducing the risk of an injury to the operator's fingers. The sofa hinge includes a first and a second bracket rotatably connected to the sofa hinge at a bolt. The second bracket includes a semi-circular portion that covers a portion of the lever during the various positions of the sofa. The sofa hinge further includes a cover plate rotatably connected to the sofa hinge at the bolt. The cover plate includes a semi-circular portion and is adjacent to the semi-circular portion of the second bracket. The cover plate covers at least a portion of the semi-circular portion of the second bracket. By having the cover plate conceal the gear mechanism of the sofa hinge, the risk of injury to the operator's fingers is substantially reduced.
Patent CA-2734875-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TAKAMURA KOICHI
IPC: E01C7/24
Filed: 2009-08-13
Abstract: The invention is a cost-effective method and formulation for cold paving applications that can be used to convert an unpaved surface, such as a gravel or dirt roadway, into a paved surface.  The method includes applying an asphalt emulsion comprising asphalt, water, one or more emulsifiers, and a polymer to an existing unpaved surface to provide a layer of asphalt emulsion. An aggregate is then deposited over the emulsion layer to form a paved surface. The asphalt emulsion is formulated so that it can be used in a wide variety of conditions and with locally available aggregate. The set rate and viscosity of the asphalt emulsion can be selected so that it is able to penetrate partially into the unpaved surface to further improve the stability and rain resistance of the roadway.
Patent CA-2735702-A1 (CA)
Title: Wind power turbine and method of removing a bearing from a wind power turbine
Inventor: GELMINI EMMANUELE
IPC: F03D11/00
Filed: 2011-03-30
Abstract: A wind power turbine, for producing electric energy, has a nacelle; an electric generator having a stator and a rotor; a rotary assembly connected to the nacelle to rotate about an axis of rotation; and a bearing located between the rotary assembly and the nacelle; the nacelle having a first sector, which is located at the bearing, is removable from the nacelle, and is designed to form, when removed, an opening in the nacelle to allow passage of the bearing.
Patent CA-2735719-A1 (CA)
Title: Engine lubricants comprising furan esters
Inventor: MOSIER PATRICK E
IPC: C10M133/48
Filed: 2009-09-14
Abstract: The present invention relates to a lubricating composition containing (a) an oil of lubricating viscosity; and (b) 0.2 wt % to 5 wt % of a heterocycle that is an aromatic antiwear compound represented by the formula: (see formula) wherein Y is -O-R4, and R4 is a hydrocarbyl group containing 6 to 40 carbon atoms.  The invention further provides for a method of supplying an internal combustion engine with the lubricating composition.
Patent CA-2738194-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PALMER THOMAS R
IPC: C10G1/04
Filed: 2011-04-27
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method of processing a bituminous feed.  The bituminous feed is contacted with a bridging liquid-in-extraction liquor emulsion to form a slurry. Solids in the slurry are agglomerated, using agitation, to form an agglomerated slurry comprising agglomerated solids and a low solids bitumen extract. The agglomerates are then separated from the low solids bitumen extract. Emulsifying the bridging liquid prior to contacting it with the oil sands may reduce the amount of energy required for the agglomeration process.  Other potential benefits may include the production of smaller and more uniform agglomerates. The former may lead to higher bitumen recoveries and the latter may improve the solid-liquid separation rate.
Patent CA-2738368-A1 (CA)
Title: Multiple vision system and method
Inventor: DESJARDINS STEPHANE
IPC: B65G47/24
Filed: 2011-04-28
Abstract: A conveyer method and system comprising at least one conveyer unit conveying an object; a lighting unit; a vision unit; wherein the lighting unit illuminates the object in the line of sight of the vision unit as the vision unit takes at least a first image at a first angle and a second image at a second angle of each surface of the object on the conveyer unit.
Patent CA-2738524-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MILLER KENNETH J
IPC: C09J7/10
Filed: 2009-10-01
Abstract: A method allows for rapid manufacture of relatively thick adhesive coatings using a continuous process, where a single thin coating is continuously converted into a single thicker adhesive laminate. An exemplary process includes the steps of:  (1) producing a web having a first surface with an adhesive layer and a second surface with a release liner; (2) slitting the web longitudinally into a first section and a second section, each section having a first surface with an adhesive layer and a second surface with a release liner; (3) laminating a backing film to the adhesive layer of the first section; (4) removing the release liner of the laminate of step (3) exposing the adhesive layer of the first section; (5) positioning the laminate of step (4) and the second section so the exposed adhesive layer of the laminate of step (4) faces the adhesive layer of the second section; and (6) laminating the second section to the laminate of step (4), wherein the adhesive layer of the laminate of step (4) is combined with the adhesive layer of the second section. The resultant laminate of this exemplary process has one surface having a backing film, one surface having a release liner, and an inner area having an adhesive layer.
Patent CA-2738932-A1 (CA)
Title: Co-processing diesel fuel with vegetable oil to generate a low cloud point hybrid diesel biofuel
Inventor: MILLER STEPHEN JOSEPH
IPC: C10L1/30
Filed: 2009-09-29
Abstract: The foregoing describes methods and systems for co-processing vegetable oil and petroleum diesel to yield a hy-brid diesel biofuel composition. As previously stated, in some embodiments the present invention is directed to methods/systems by/with which a mixture of vegetable oil and petroleum diesel is co-processed in two stages: the mixture is first hydrotreated to yield a reduced-sulfur hybrid intermediate, and then the hybrid intermediate is processed in an isomerization unit to yield a low cloud point hybrid diesel product that is partially derived from biomass. A  notable benefit of at least some such methods/systems is that interstage removal of H2S and NH3 is not required between the stages of hydrotreating and isomerizing, wherein such bene-fit is afforded by sulfur- and nitrogen-tolerant isomerization catalysts.
Patent CA-2739394-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHUNG KEITH
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2011-04-27
Abstract: A computer-implemented method for listing available resources in a client-server e-commerce system. The method comprises receiving from a first seller a first listing of at least one resource offered by the first seller and receiving from a second seller a second listing of at least one resource offered by the second seller. For each resource of the first and second listings, the method further comprises receiving an indication of attributes of the resource, receiving an indication of relationships between the attributes, and based on the received indication of attributes and the indication of relationships, dividing the attributes into at least two sets, wherein the dividing of the attributes is characteristic of an organizational structure offering services.
Patent CA-2742313-A1 (CA)
Inventor: OOSTING KENNETH
IPC: A61N5/10
Filed: 2009-10-30
Abstract: An x-ray beam processor and system that includes an x-ray beam generator for generating x-ray beams; a mirror shield for shielding the x-ray beams from select areas; a cylindrical waveguide for guiding x-ray beams traveling through the waveguide, which includes a plurality of entry ports and exit ports; a plurality of ring-shaped mirrors disposed adjacent to and generally parallel with the entry ports and the exit ports and sharing a common axis "X" with the waveguide; and mountings for mounting the mirrors to the waveguide.
Patent CA-2744593-A1 (CA)
Title: Flow control device
Inventor: GEDDES FRAZER
IPC: E21B34/10
Filed: 2009-12-04
Abstract: A flow control device typically for protecting a seal (20) in a valve, wherein a body portion (5) has an orifice (8) allowing fluid flow, and the valve has a control portion (10) to allow and restrict fluid flow through the orifice. The flow control device has a fluid flow controller (30) between the body portion and the control portion in the form of at least one annular ring (35), disposed in a recess in one of the body portion and the control portion (10). The fluid flow controller (30) defines a leak path through the device that is opened and closed by a pressure differential acting across the annular member. Typically the application of a pressure differential across the fluid flow controller moves the ring(s) to one end of the recess and reduces the cross sectional area of the leak path available to the fluid, thereby diffusing the fluid flow through the orifice (8).
Patent CA-2746899-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SCHAFFER CHARLES LINFORD
IPC: C01B32/50
Filed: 2011-07-20
Abstract: A feed gas comprising CO2, H2S and H2 is treated to produce an H2-enriched product and an H2S-lean, CO2 product. The feed gas is separated to provide the H2-enriched product and a stream of sour gas. The stream of sour gas is divided into two parts, one of which is processed in an H2S removal system to form one or more streams of sweetened gas, and the other of which bypasses the H2S removal system, the stream(s) of sweetened gas and the sour gas bypassing the H2S removal system then being recombined to form the H2S-lean, CO2 product gas. The division of the sour gas between being sent to and bypassing the H2S removal system is adjusted responsive to changes in the H2S content of the sour gas, so as to dampen or cancel the effects of said changes on the H2S content of the H2S-lean, CO2 product gas.
Patent CA-2746950-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DALLNER TIMOTHY
IPC: B65G45/10
Filed: 2011-07-21
Abstract: A conveyor comprises at least one endless conveyor belt extending longitudinally for conveying objects from an inlet end to an outlet end, and a frame extending longitudinally along the conveyor belt and having a cross-section that partially encloses the conveyor belt. The frame includes opposed side frames having longitudinal side openings therein for providing access to the conveyor belt.  The conveyor further comprises removable belt guards configured to cover the longitudinal side openings, and belt guard guides located adjacent to the longitudinal side openings. Each belt guard guide is shaped to provide a guideway for slidably receiving the belt guards.
Patent CA-2747587-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SINGH JOSHUA GEORGE
IPC: E04F13/072
Filed: 2011-07-29
Abstract: There is disclosed an improved wall panel trim reveal system and method which utilizes a set of vertical, horizontal and corner trim pieces designed to be fitted together. In an embodiment, the system includes horizontal trim pieces having at least one slope, vertical trim pieces having at least one tab forming a slot for receiving one or more horizontal trim pieces therein, wherein the horizontal and vertical trim pieces when installed together with wall panels forming a moisture drainage channel to direct moisture away from the wall.
Patent CA-2747772-A1 (CA)
Title: Transmission with connection mechanism for varying tension force
Inventor: BENNETT RICHARD
IPC: A61B19/00
Filed: 2009-12-22
Abstract: A transmission includes a drive member, a driven member having a connection mechanism, and an at least partially flexible transmission coupled to the drive member and the connection mechanism of the driven member and configured to cause movement of the driven member in response to movement of the drive member.  The connection mechanism is configured to be adjusted to vary a tension force applied to the flexible transmission.
Patent CA-2750191-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RADTKE DAVID EDWIN
IPC: B23K9/10
Filed: 2009-11-30
Abstract: A system and method are provided for controlling an internal combustion engine driving a generator/welder or a stand-alone generator. Controlling the engine may include altering the engine speed based upon a detected demand on the genera-tor and/or operating parameters of a welder. For example, the engine speed may be increased based on a detected draw on the generator and/or the operating parameters of the welder. In addition, the engine speed may be automatically decreased to a non-stan-dard idle speed or the engine may be automatically turned off if no demand is detected for a period of time. Additionally, the en-gine speed may be increased if only frequency-insensitive demands are detected on the generator. Combinations of these and fur-ther methods may be executed. Various devices are provided for implementing the above methods.
Patent CA-2751763-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BUDRYK ROBERT
IPC: B43L1/08
Filed: 2009-03-11
Abstract: A portable, retractable writing surface device (100) provides a writing surface (117) that may be extended from a housing (105 or 500, 504) and held sufficiently flat by the device (100) to facilitate marking on the writing surface (117) with a writing implement (526), such as a dry-erase marker, chalk, grease crayon, pencil, pen, permanent marker or the like. The device (100) maintains sufficient rigidity in the extended writing surface (117), such that the device (100) may be used without an addi-tional support surface, such as a clip board or table. The writing surface (117) may be retracted back into the housing (105 or 500, 504) to protect the writing surface (117) and to reduce the size of the device (100) for storage or transport, such as within a pocket or briefcase. Retracting the writing surface (117) may include rolling the writing surface (117) onto a spool (415), accordion fold-ing the writing surface (117) or otherwise reconfiguring the writing surface (117) to make it fit into a compact space (collectively referred to herein as "compressing" the writing surface). One or more resilient members (405, 410) may be used to make the ex-tended writing surface (117) flat when the writing surface (117) is extended from the housing (105 or 500, 504). The writing sur-face (117) may include a flexible computer display screen.
Patent CA-2755180-A1 (CA)
Title: Telescoping system for crane jib and auxiliary jib
Inventor: STUEHRWOLDT DIETER
IPC: B66C23/687
Filed: 2011-10-12
Abstract: The invention relates to a crane jib telescoping system for a telescopic crane jib which comprises a telescopic main jib (1) and telescopic auxiliary jib (11), comprising at least one telescoping cylinder (2) and a first telescopic part locking unit (3) which is arranged in the base portion of the telescoping cylinder (2), wherein a second telescopic part locking unit (4) is arranged on the telescoping cylinder (2) for telescoping the auxiliary jib (11) above the first telescopic part locking unit (3). It also relates to a crane jib system comprising a telescopic main jib (1) and a telescopic auxiliary jib (11) and comprising such a telescoping system, using the second telescopic part locking unit (4) of which the auxiliary jib can be telescoped in and out.
Patent CA-2755496-A1 (CA)
Title: Adjustable mechanical seal
Inventor: ABARCA MELO RICARDO
IPC: F04C27/00
Filed: 2010-03-16
Abstract: A mechanical seal is disclosed that has first and second sealing faces that are urged into contact to form a seal therebetween. One sealing face is mounted on a rotatable portion of the seal and the second sealing face is mounted on a support assembly. The joint further comprises a joint permitting rotary movement between the support assembly and a stationary portion of the seal to allow adjustment of the potion of the rotatable portion relative to the stationary portion without affecting the alignment of the first and second sealing faces.
Patent CA-2755903-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TRUKHAN NATALIA
IPC: B01D53/40
Filed: 2010-03-18
Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for separating off at least one acidic gas from a gas mixture comprising at least one acidic gas, which comprises the step of contacting of the gas mixture with a porous metal-organic framework, where the framework adsorbs the at least one acidic gas and the framework comprises at least one at least bidentate organic compound coordinated to at least one metal ion, wherein the porous metal-organic framework is impregnated with an amine suitable for a gas scrub. The invention further provides such impregnated metal-organic frameworks.
Patent CA-2759110-A1 (CA)
Title: Spreader assembly for vehicles and method for spreading granular materials
Inventor: CANTIN HUGUES
IPC: E01C19/20
Filed: 2011-11-17
Abstract: A spreader assembly comprising: a frame having a longitudinal axis; at least two bins mounted to the frame, two of the at least two bins being disposed sequentially along the longitudinal axis and each including a movement imparting assembly oriented substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the frame and being configured to advance material lengthwise in opposed directions toward adjacent ends of the two bins; and at least one discharge movement imparting assembly mounted to the frame, oriented substantially perpendicularly to the longitudinal axis of the frame and being configured to receive material conveyed by at least one of the two bin movement imparting assemblies and advance the material towards a lateral end of the frame.
Patent CA-2760420-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FRATTINI PAUL L
IPC: B01D15/08
Filed: 2011-12-02
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of capturing radioactive species in an aqueous solution and removing the radioactive species for disposal. The method includes the steps of providing a macroporous bead form sequestration resin, subjecting the bead form sequestration resin to radioactive species contained in the aqueous solution to allow the bead form sequestration resin to capture the radioactive species; and disposing the radioactive species in a radioactive storage facility.