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Patent CA-2636254-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VINCI RENE
IPC: A61B10/00
Filed: 2007-01-05
Abstract: The device has a sealed housing (2) which is introducible into a reproductive tract of a female mammal and including two sensors (3) placed on the periphery for capturing different physical and psychological data items. A power supply unit allows the device to be independently operated. The housing is connected to a unit processing data items collected by the sensors and to a unit transmitting the collected data items and results obtained by data processing.
Patent CA-2637140-A1 (CA)
Title: Security document
Inventor: WILLIAMS WENDY VICTORIA
IPC: B42D15/00
Filed: 2007-01-23
Abstract: A security document has a first region and an adjacent second region, the regions defining a security device. Opposite sides of the first region are provided with first and second, complementary indicia registered with respect to one another, the first region being sufficiently transparent that both the first and second indicia are viewable from either side of the document under reflected light. Third indicia are provided on the second region on the same side of the document, registered with, and complementary to, the first indicia, and fourth indicia are provided on the second region on the same side of the document, registered with, and complementary to, the second indicia, the third and fourth indicia also being complementary to and registered with respect to one another. The second region is sufficiently opaque such that when the document is viewed under reflected light only the third and fourth indicia facing the observer are visible, but is sufficiently transparent when the document is viewed from either side under transmitted light, both the third and fourth indicia are visible.
Patent CA-2637414-A1 (CA)
Title: Miniaturized high conductivity thermal/electrical switch
Inventor: STENMARK LARS
IPC: B81B3/00
Filed: 2007-01-18
Abstract: The present invention is a thermally controlled switch with high thermal or electrical conductivity. Microsystems Technology manufacturing methods are fundamental for the switch that comprises a sealed cavity 213 formed within a stack of bonded wafers 201 , 202, wherein the upper wafer 202 comprises a membrane assembly 205 adapted to be arranged with a gap 21 1 to a receiving structure 210. A thermal actuator material 215, which preferably is a phase change material, e.g. paraffin, adapted to change volume with temperature, fills a portion of the cavity 213. A conductor material, providing a high conductivity transfer structure 216 between the lower wafer 201 and the rigid part 208 of the membrane assembly 205, fills another portion of the cavity 213. Upon a temperature change, the membrane assembly 205 is displaced and bridges the gap 21 1 , providing a high conductivity contact from the lower wafer 201 to the receiving structure 210.
Patent CA-2638096-A1 (CA)
Title: Hydraulic heating system
Inventor: BLANCHARD PAUL
IPC: F24D3/04
Filed: 2008-07-18
Abstract: A hydraulic heating system has a closed hydraulic circuit pressurized by a pump, a high pressure valve set to a level permitting hydraulic fluid in the system to be pressurized to a level whereby the temperature of the fluid is raised, a throttle downstream of said high pressure valve operable to control the flow of the hydraulic fluid at high pressure and temperature, and a heat exchanger between the throttle valve and the high pressure valve.
Patent CA-2638861-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SHARROCK STEPHEN PAUL
IPC: G01N33/58
Filed: 2008-08-19
Abstract: Disclosed is an assay device for determining the presence and/or extent of o ne or more analytes in liquid sample comprising: a) first and second assays each comprising a flow-path having a detection zo ne for immobilising a labelled binding reagent, wherein detection of a labelled binding reagent at one or both detection zones is indicative of the presence and/or extent of one or more analytes; b) a shared reference zone; c) one or more light sources to illuminate the detection zones and the reference zone; d) one or more photodetectors to detect light from the detection zones and t he reference zone, which photodetector/s generate a signal, the magnitude of which signal is related to the amount of light detected; and e) signal processing means for processing signals from the photodetector/s.< /SDOAB>
Patent CA-2641925-A1 (CA)
Title: Composition for preparing a degradable polyol polyester, process for obtaining a polyol polyester, an elastomer, foams, paints and adhesives, and a degradable polyol polyester foam
Inventor: VICINO JOSE RICARDO DE LELLO
IPC: C08G18/42
Filed: 2007-02-23
Abstract: The present invention refers to a composition of mixtures based on poly(hydroxybutyrate) polymer and vegetable oils, with the object of preparing a degradable polyol polyester. In the process, the poly(hydroxybutyrate) plus the vegetable oil react under heating, producing the polyol polyester, which once purified can be utilized in applications similar to those of the traditional polyurethane: adhesives, foams, elastomers and paints.
Patent CA-2642854-A1 (CA)
Title: Massively multiplexed sequencing
Inventor: STRATHMANN MICHAEL
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2007-02-18
Abstract: The present invention provides multiplexed methods for analyzing polynucleotides associated with sample tags. The multiplexed information is deconvoluted by single-molecule and more generally single-particle detection methods. In particular, a method for determining nucleic acid sequence information is provided.
Patent CA-2644752-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for dissipating heat from an integrated circuit
Inventor: SCHWARTZMAN ZALMAN
IPC: G01R31/26
Filed: 2007-03-08
Abstract: An apparatus (100) is provided for dispersing heat from an integrated circuit (202) to a heat sink (404). The apparatus (100) is formed on a nonconductive body (102) having at least two conductive surfaces (110, 112) disposed thereon. One of the conductive surfaces (110) is reflowed to a heat generating lead of the integrated circuit (202), and the other conductive surface (112) provides a surface for contacting a heat sink (404). The apparatus (100) and integrated circuit provide a package (200) which can be tape and reeled (300) for easy mounting to a printed circuit board (402) of a communication device (400).
Patent CA-2645949-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WEBSTER-LAM CHUNG
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2007-02-27
Abstract: Current embodiments provide for authorization and payment of an online commercial transaction between a purchaser and a merchant including verification of an identity of the purchaser and verification of an ability of the purchaser to pay for the transaction, where the identity provider and the payment provider are often different network entities. Other embodiments also provide for protocols, computing systems, and other mechanisms that allow for identity and payment authentication using a mobile module, which establishes single or multilevel security over an untrusted network (e.g., the Internet). Still other embodiments also provide for a three-way secure communication between a merchant, consumer, and payment provider such that sensitive account information is opaque to the merchant, yet the merchant is sufficiently confident of the consumer's ability to pay for requested purchases. In yet another embodiment, electronic billing information is used for authorization, auditing, payment federation, and other purposes.
Patent CA-2646285-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BELICHARD PIERRE
IPC: A61P27/02
Filed: 2007-03-13
Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating ophthalmic disorders of humans or animals. The present compositions and methods are highly suitable for intraocular administration into the interior of an eye and provide therapeutic effects to the eye as they are effective in stabilizing, enhancing and/or improving a patient's vision. More specifically, the present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating ophthalmic diseases or disorders with exudative, hemorrhagic and/or inflammatory conditions. Even more specifically, the present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating retinal diseases or disorders, and more specifically ophthalmic diseases or disorders related to impaired retinal vessel permeability and/or integrity.
Patent CA-2647571-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MATHE ZOLTAN
IPC: C25D3/06
Filed: 2007-03-28
Abstract: L'invention porte sur un dépôt de chrome cristallin possédant un paramètre de réseau de 2,8895 +/- 0,0025 Å, et sur un article comprenant le dépôt de chrome cristallin. L'invention concerne un article comprenant un dépôt de chrome cristallin, lequel dépôt de chrome cristallin possède une orientation préférée {111}. L'invention se rapporte à un procédé d'électrodéposition d'un dépôt de chrome cristallin sur un substrat, qui consiste à former un bain d'électrodéposition comprenant du chrome trivalent et une source de soufre bivalent, et sensiblement dépourvu de chrome hexavalent; à immerger un substrat dans le bain d'électrodéposition; et à appliquer un courant électrique afin d'effectuer un dépôt de chrome cristallin sur le substrat, le dépôt de chrome étant cristallin tel que déposé.
Patent CA-2649368-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SVANBERG SUNE
IPC: A61M25/01
Filed: 2006-05-12
Abstract: A system configured for photodynamic or photothermal therapy and photodynamic diagnosis of a tissue is 5 disclosed. The system comprises in combination an assembly of: a proximal end adapter for a catheter comprising an adapter body (32), having proximal and distal ends, defining an axial lumen extending between the proximal and distal ends, a catheter mounting element at the distal end 10 of the adapter body (32) for sealingly mounting a catheter to the adapter body, and a hollow catheter (31), wherein the catheter mounting element connects a catheter body to the hollow catheter so that the hollow catheter extends from the distal end of the catheter body; a first light 15 guide (36) having proximal and distal ends, wherein said first light guide is sealingly contained in said axial lumen defining an axial optical path extending between the proximal and distal ends of the adapter body (32) towards said tissue (8) and into close proximity thereof or 20 interstitially into said tissue; an optical connector mounting element at the proximal end having mounted an optical connector (37) to the adapter body, and wherein said optical connector (37) is coupled to a light source via a second light guide (38), such that light from said 25 light source is transmittable from said light source via said second light guide (38) and further via said optical connector (37) to said first light guide (36) via said proximal end adapter towards said tissue (8) through said catheter (31).
Patent CA-2651042-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SIWKOWSKI ANDREW M
IPC: C07H21/02
Filed: 2007-05-07
Abstract: The present disclosure describes short antisense compounds, including such compounds comprising chemically-modified high-affinity monomers 8-16 monomers in length. Certain such short antisense compound are useful for the reduction of target nucleic acids and/or proteins in cells, tissues, and animals with increased potency and improved therapeutic index. Thus, provided herein are short antisense compounds comprising high-affinity nucleotide modifications useful for reducing a target RNA in vivo. Such short antisense compounds are effective at lower doses than previously described antisense compounds, allowing for a reduction in toxicity and cost of treatment. In addition, the described short antisense compounds have greater potential for oral dosing.
Patent CA-2652067-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KINO NOBUO
IPC: H01M8/24
Filed: 2007-05-15
Abstract: A fuel cell stack and method of manufacturing a fuel cell stack having a highly anti- corrosive property. The fuel cell stack (1) includes a plurality of cells (2) constructed by interposing an electrolyte membrane electrode assembly (3) between the first and second separators (7A and 7C). The first and second separators (7A and 7C) define gas passages (8 A and 8C) on from both sides of the electrolyte membrane electrode assembly (3), and a gas manifold (31C) is in fluid communication with the gas flow passages (8 A and 8C) through the plurality of stacked cells. Manifold openings (45 and 46) for defining the gas manifold (31 C) are formed in the first and second separators (7A and 7C), and the opening areas of the manifold openings (45 and 46) are differently sized. The manifold opening inner peripheral end (49) of the first separator (7A) has a larger opening area, and is welded to the second separator (7C) to form a manifold welding portion (41C).
Patent CA-2652926-A1 (CA)
Title: Drug combinations with substituted diaryl ureas for the treatment of cancer
Inventor: KELLEY SUSAN
IPC: A61K33/243
Filed: 2007-05-25
Abstract: The present invention relates to drug combinations and pharmaceutical compositions for treating cancer such as non-small cell lung carcinoma, said combination comprising (1) at least one substituted-diaryl urea such as BAY 43-9006, (2) at least one taxane such as Paclitaxel (Taxol®), Docetaxel (Taxotere®) and AbraxaneTM and (3) at least one platinum complex antineoplastic nucleic acid binding agent such as carboplatin (Paraplatin®), oxaplatin (Eloxatin®) and cisplatin (Platinol®), where any of these components can be present in the form of a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or other derivative thereof.
Patent CA-2654465-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TZANNES MARCOS C
IPC: H04L12/18
Filed: 2007-06-13
Abstract: A network, such as wired and/or wireless LAN, is configured to have both point-to-point and point-to-multipoint connections. The point-to-multipoint connection(s) is used to communicate information between a plurality of the stations (or modem, or transceivers) in the network, whereas the point-to-point connection(s) are used to communicate information between only 2 stations in the network with the ability to, for example, maximize performance (rate/reach/BER/latency/etc) between those two stations. A master station allocates one or more frequency bands to the various point-to-multipoint and point-to-point connections.
Patent CA-2659466-A1 (CA)
Title: Acquisition dans les systemes a acces multiple par repartition en frequence
Inventor: MALLADI DURGA PRASAD
IPC: H04L27/26
Filed: 2007-08-23
Abstract: La présente invention concerne des systèmes et procédés permettant l'acquisition de cellule dans un système de radiocommunication exploités en mode d'accès multiple par répartition en fréquence. Les séquences de code transmises via un canal de synchronisation primaire (P-SCH) permettent la détection des limites de symboles, la durée de préfixe cyclique, et une indication de la largeur de bande du canal de diffusion. Les séquences transmises via le canal de synchronisation secondaire (S-SCH) permettent la détection des limites de trames radio, l'identification de cellule, et l'indication de la largeur de bande du canal de diffusion. L'indentification de cellule peut être transportée conjointement entre les codes P-SCH et S-SCH. Des séquences des canaux de diffusion transportent la synchronisation cyclique des préfixes, la largeur de bande système, et d'autres informations système. L'invention concerne également le relais de l'information d'acquisition de cellule, ainsi que l'acquisition de plusieurs cellules quand le système radio fonctionne avec réutilisation des fréquences.
Patent CA-2661275-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ANDERSON GREGOR JOHN MCLENNAN
IPC: A61M15/00
Filed: 2007-08-21
Abstract: There is provided a drug dispenser device comprising a housing defining a first chamber; extending from said housing and defining a second open chamber, an outlet for insertion into a body cavity of a patient; provided to said first chamber of the housing, a discharge block defining a discharge block orifice; receivable within the first chamber for movement therewithin, a drug discharge device, said drug discharge device having a longitudinal axis and comprising a container for storing a drug formulation to be dispensed, a discharge mechanism and a discharge channel from said container, wherein said discharge channel is receivable by said discharge block to enable discharge of said drug formulation via said discharge block orifice to said outlet; provided to the housing; and at least one finger operable member moveable to apply a force directly or indirectly to the drug discharge device for movement along the longitudinal axis towards the discharge block to actuate said discharge mechanism. The housing further defines an aperture through which said at least one finger operable member in part protrudes, and wherein the at least one finger operable member is moveable from a rest position in which the at least one finger operable member acts to block off said aperture to an actuating position in which the aperture is unblocked and through which air may be drawn into the housing in response to patient inhalation through the outlet.
Patent CA-2662118-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KEMPF ARMIN
IPC: C08L67/04
Filed: 2007-08-29
Abstract: A process is described for converting and utilizing oxygen-containing polymers to form hydrogen and alkali metal carbonates, in which the polymers are brought into intimate contact with a melt mixture of alkali metal hydroxide and alkali metal carbonate to form hydrogen and alkali metal carbonate, and the alkali metal carbonate formed is removed from the reaction mixture during the reaction and alkali metal hydroxide is optionally metered in. The reaction is preferably carried out under conditions which lie on a point on the Liquidus line of the system. It is possible in accordance with the invention to process natural or synthetic polymers, for example polyester, polyether, wood, etc. It is particularly suitable for processing fiber-reinforced composite materials. Also described is an apparatus for performing the process according to the invention.
Patent CA-2663206-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PRZYBYLSKI CHRISTOPHE
IPC: A61P27/00
Filed: 2007-09-13
Abstract: The use of acetyl-L-leucine and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts of same for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of vertigo and other balance disorders. Advantageously, the pure isomer is used (mixture with 100% acetyl-L-leucine).
Patent CA-2664312-A1 (CA)
Title: Generation of decorrelated signals
Inventor: POPP HARALD
IPC: H04S5/00
Filed: 2008-04-14
Abstract: Uncorrelated output signals are generated by an audio input signal for transient audio input signals in a multi-channel audio reconstruction in that the audio input signal is mixed with a representation of the audio input signal that is delayed by a delay time such that a first output signal corresponds to the audio input signal, and a second output signal corresponds to the delayed representation of the audio input signal in a first interval, wherein the first output signal of the delayed representation of the audio input signal and the second output signal in a second interval correspond to the audio input signal in a second time interval.
Patent CA-2664317-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KONIGSBERG JEFF
IPC: A62B35/00
Filed: 2007-09-21
Abstract: The present disclosure provides a tether device that includes a first wristband to which a retracting mechanism is attached. A first end of a cord may be attached to the retracting mechanism. A second end of the cord may be attached to a second band. The retracting mechanism permits retraction and extension of the cord between the first and second wristbands responsive to changes in distance between first and second persons wearing the respective first and second wristbands. The present tether device provides an effective, lightweight tether system that may be used by an adult for inconspicuous, hands-free restraint of a child, particularly in public areas.
Patent CA-2665621-A1 (CA)
Title: Resine phenolique, procede de preparation, composition d'encollage pour fibres minerales et produits resultants
Inventor: GIGNOUX VINCENT
IPC: C08L61/34
Filed: 2007-10-11
Abstract: La présente invention se rapporte à unerésine phénolique liquide destinée à entrer dans la constitution d'une composition d'encollage pour fibres min érales, qui est constituée essentiellement de condensats de phénol- formaldé hyde et de phénol-formaldéhyde-amine, présente une diluabilité à l'eau, à 20 °C, au moins égale à 1000 %, et présente un taux de formaldéhyde libre infér ieur ou égal à 0,3 % et un taux de phénol libre inférieur ou égal à 0,5 20 % , les taux étant exprimés en poids total de liquide. Elle a également pour o bjet un procédé de fabrication de ladite résine, la composition d'encollage renfermant la résine et les produits isolants à base de fibres minérales enc ollées au moyen de la composition d'encollage précitée.
Patent CA-2669258-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SHEPHERD STEVEN H
IPC: A63B71/14
Filed: 2007-01-05
Abstract: A protective article is provided having a body with a finger portion and a forearm portion. The body extends from the first finger knuckles past a wearer's wrist joint. The protective article has a padding extending over at least a portion of the body, with a knuckle pad region and a forearm pad region that extends from beyond the first finger knuckles past a wearer's wrist joint. The protective article can have a flexible joint at the juncture between the knuckle and the forearm pad regions and a rigid forearm guard covering a portion of the forearm pad region, extending from the flexible joint past a wearer's wrist joint. A wrist wrap can be provided that has at least one fastener attached to the body, operable to secure the forearm guard adjacent to a dorsal side of a wearer's wrist to substantially secure a wearer's wrist joint.
Patent CA-2669460-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MICHEL MARK
IPC: B60T7/08
Filed: 2009-06-17
Abstract: A power sheave comprising a first chain having a first end coupled to a brake mechanism, a second chain having a first end coupled to a railway car brake rigging, a wheel rotatably coupled to the railway car and operatively coupled to a second end of the first chain and a second end of the second chain, a sensor operatively coupled to the railway car proximate the wheel, and a spring mechanism operatively coupled to the wheel, the spring mechanism configured to bias the wheel in a first rotational direction. When the railway car brake mechanism is applied, the wheel rotates in a second rotational direction opposite the first rotational direction into a first position. When the railway car brake mechanism is released, the wheel rotates in the first rotational direction under the bias of the spring mechanism into a second position. The sensor is configured to detect when the wheel is in the second position.
Patent CA-2670899-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PELLICO MICHAEL
IPC: A61K38/00
Filed: 2007-11-07
Abstract: A composition for removal of biofilm in the ears is useful for the treatment of ear infections such as otitis media, particularly those infections caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa. In general, the composition comprises: (1) a quantity of at least one enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of a bond that connects two monosaccharides in a polysaccharide or that connects a monosaccharide with a protein molecule in a glycoprotein sufficient to break down biofilm in the ear; and (2) a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier suitable for administration into the ear canal. The composition can further include ingredients such as a steroid, lysozyme, lactoferrin, or a peroxidase; if a peroxidase is included, the composition can further include an oxidase to generate peroxide as well as a substrate for the oxidase. The composition can be used in methods for treatment of an ear infection based on the ability of the composition to dissolve biofilm in the ear.