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Patent CA-2479905-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HAMEL GUY
IPC: E02F3/815
Filed: 2004-09-17
Abstract: La présente invention concerne les systèmes de chasse-neige (200) équipée de pelles (105) supportant des lames flottantes (20), utilisées généralement dans le déneigement des routes. Les lames sont en forme de mains (21) ou en forme de H munies de couteaux d'usures (22) fortifiés insérés et maintenus en place dans des lames jumelles (23) afin de permettre d'augmenter la longévité des lames lors des passages fréquents sur des routes altérées.
Patent CA-2481413-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHEN TIMOTHY T
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 2003-02-06
Abstract: A method of distributing advertisements to at least two potential respondents, and a system (12) for providing an advertising program, are disclosed. The method includes recruiting at least one retailer to provide a plurality of advertisements, recording at least one profile of two potential respondents, providing at least one saver card to each potential respondent, targeting advertisements to a targeted at least one of the two potential respondents, and providing at least one transaction to the at least one targeted potential respondent upon response of the at least one targeted potential respondent to the targeted at least one advertisement. The system includes a program administrator (14) in communication with at least one retailer (20), wherein the program administrator receives a recorded profile (30) from at least one potential respondent to the advertising program, a message generator communicatively connected to the program administrator and to at least one of the at least potential respondents, and a plurality of saver cards (36), wherein at least one of the saver cards is distributed to each of the at least one potential respondents.
Patent CA-2485075-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and packaging machine for producing sealed packages of pourable food products from precut blanks of sheet packaging material
Inventor: BENEDETTI PAOLO
IPC: A61L2/20
Filed: 2003-04-30
Abstract: There is described a method of producing a sealed package of a pourable food product from a substantially tubular precut blank (2) of sheet packaging material with apposite open ends (3, 4). The method includes the steps of feeding the blank (2) onto a relative forming mandrel (9); sealing one end (3) of the blank (2) to form a container (6, 106, 206) open at the apposite end (4); removing the container (6, 106, 206) from the mandrel (9); and sterilizing the container (6, 106, 206) before filling it with the pourable food product; and the method also including the step of preheating the container (6, 106, 206) by heating the mandrel (9) before sterilizing the container (6, 106, 206).
Patent CA-2485292-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MAJERCAK DAVID CHRISTOPHER
IPC: A61F2/82
Filed: 2003-05-06
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un dispositif médical et, en particulier, une valve de type stent (100). Ladite valve présente une structure à expansion radiale (101) comprenant un dispositif d'ancrage proximal (103) et un dispositif d'ancrage distal (104). Les dispositifs d'ancrage proximal et distal sont formés à partir d'un réseau d'éléments interconnectés, et présentent une configuration sensiblement cylindrique avec une première et une seconde extrémité ouverte et un axe longitudinal s'étendant entre celles-ci. La valve de type stent comprend également un ou plusieurs éléments de connexion (105), présentant chacun une première et une seconde extrémité. La première extrémité de chaque élément de connexion est rattachée au dispositif d'ancrage proximal, et la seconde extrémité de chaque élément de connexion est rattachée au dispositif d'ancrage distal. Un ensemble valve biocompatible (400) est rattaché au dispositif d'ancrage proximal et s'étend radialement le long d'un ou de plusieurs élémennts de connexion.
Patent CA-2488122-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HO STANLEY
IPC: F16B5/00
Filed: 2004-11-22
Abstract: Claimed and disclosed is a fastening device that can fasten itself to a sheet material and at the same time couples itself to an object, comprising a coupling means for slidably coupling the device to a substantially fixed object and an attachment means for attaching the sheet material to the device. The coupling means defines a receiving surface at a first portion, has an extended second portion thereof which is rotatably connected to an attachment means for attaching an object to the device. The coupling means further has a receiving means extending outwardly from the second portion of the coupling means to receive a material. The receiving means having a concavely-shaped first end and an enlarged second end to receive a material.  The enlarged second end ensures the material stays securely in the concavely-shaped first end. The attachment means comprising two elongated outer members connected by a bridge, a first outer member comprising an extending member on its interior surface and extends toward a corresponding recess disposed on an interior surface of a second elongated outer member. The bridge of the attachment means defines a recess with a sleeve to receive the extended second portion of the coupling means to form the fastening device as claimed and disclosed in the present invention.
Patent CA-2488504-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KNUTSSON PER
IPC: B22F1/10
Filed: 2003-06-12
Abstract: The present invention concerns a metal powder composition for the powder metal industry, wherein the metal powder is selected from the group consisting of an atomised iron-based powder or a sponge iron powder, and a lubricant composition comprising glyceryl stearate.
Patent CA-2490372-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TENNANT SCOTT
IPC: A61H33/06
Filed: 2004-12-14
Abstract: An air massage bathtub is disclosed. The air massage bathtub includes a bath well defined by side walls and a bottom portion. The bottom portion includes a recessed area with a drain located within to the recessed area. The bathtub further includes a channel located at least partially below said bath well and in communication with the recessed area, and a plurality of apertures each of which extends through the bath well and into the channel.
Patent CA-2490788-A1 (CA)
Title: Compression garment
Inventor: BELL LESLI R
IPC: A41C3/02
Filed: 2003-06-18
Abstract: A garment (1) for providing compressive forces to a torso to help eliminate or reduce swelling caused by an accumulation of lymph fluid in the torso region.  An embodiment of the present invention includes an outer covering (10) of compression fabric, wide shoulder straps (22, 24), front and back panels of compression fabric (12, 14, 16, 18), a non-rolling rib band (72), axilla gussets (82, 84), and both front closure (40) and back closure (50). The garment may also include one or more princess seams (102, 104, 102', 104') so as to enable the front panel(s) to encapsulate and hold the user's breasts in place at the same time that compressive forces are applied, as well as one or more front shelves (132, 134) in the front panel(s) for providing upward compressive support to the breast tissue, thereby holding the tissue in a proper neutral position so that inward compressive forces acting on the tissue provide maximum effect.
Patent CA-2493997-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BUNN ARTHUR H
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2003-08-01
Abstract: L'invention porte sur un système, une méthode et un produit informatique utilisable par un fabricant pour compenser une perte subie par un ou plusieurs de ses distributeurs du fait d'un déplacement de ses ventes lorsqu'il possède un site de commerce électronique vendant directement ses articles aux consommateurs. Le distributeur identifié par l'utilisateur reçoit une compensation si l'article était acheté par l'utilisateur alors qu'il était disponible chez le fabricant. La participation de l'utilisateur à la sélection d'un distributeur peut être facultative ou obligatoire; si elle est facultative, l'utilisateur peut recevoir une compensation pour sa participation. La liste des distributeurs présentée à l'utilisateur se base sur une méthode équitable de sélection ne favorisant pas un distributeur plus qu'un autre.
Patent CA-2495077-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PERSOONS GUSTAAF
IPC: A23L3/00
Filed: 2003-07-31
Abstract: L'invention concerne un dispositif permettant de maintenir sensiblement en position une pluralité de conditionnements (30) entre deux plateaux (102 et 104) se situant à l'intérieur du tambour d'un autoclave à agitation pendant que le procédé d'agitation est appliqué sur les conditionnements. Lorsque le premier plateau (102) est empilé sur le deuxième plateau (104), un volume est formé entre ceux-ci. Dans ce volume, un premier système de positionnement (106) permettant de retenir les conditionnements (30) dans une position voulue est couplé à l'un des plateaux. Les conditionnements (30) sont positionnés dans le volume et retenus dans la position voulue par le premier système de positionnement. Un deuxième système de positionnement (114) peut être employé pour retenir les conditionnements, à l'extrémité opposée de ceux-ci par rapport au premier système de positionnement. Le deuxième système de positionnement (114) peut comprendre un élément élastique qui s'applique sur la partie adjacente des conditionnements de manière à les retenir.
Patent CA-2499247-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for selecting inlets of a multiple inlet faims
Inventor: THEKKADATH GOVINDANUNNY
IPC: H01J49/28
Filed: 2005-03-02
Abstract: An ion introduction system for selecting ions from one of two separate ionization sources of ions is provided. The system includes a plate having a hole formed therethrough, the plate for being disposed adjacent an ion introduction region of a gas phase ion analyzer such that the hole is selectively movable between a first location in which the hole is adjacent to a first ionization source of ions for supporting introduction of ions from the first ionization source of ions into the gas phase ion analyzer, and a second location in which the hole is adjacent to a second ionization source of ions for supporting introduction of ions from the second ionization source of ions into the gas phase ion analyzer. The system also includes a drive mechanism for driving the plate between a first position in which the hole is at the first location and a second position in which the hole is at the second location.
Patent CA-2499860-A1 (CA)
Title: Methode et systeme de recuperation d'energie sur un vehicule equipe d'un reformeur ou de piles a combustible
Inventor: KERETLI FAHRI
IPC: H01M8/06
Filed: 2003-10-02
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé de récupération de l'énergie électrique dans un véhicule automobile mu par au moins un moteur électrique (10), du type qui comporte une pile à combustible (14) qui alimente notamment le moteur électrique (10), et qui est alimentée en carburant par l'intermédiaire d'un reformeur (42) dont le débit de carburant est commandé en fonction de la consommation électrique (Pmot) du moteur électrique (10), et qui produit temporairement un excès de carburant lorsque la consommation (Pmot) du moteur électrique (10) diminue, et du type qui comporte des moyens de stockage d'énergie (16, 76, 78, 80), caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte notamment une étape b) de calcul de la puissance électrique excédentaire (Préc) susceptible d'être produite par la pile à combustible (14) et des étapes de stockage d) et de répartition de l'excès de carburante) au cours desquelles la puissance électrique excédentaire (Préc) est stockée dans les moyens de stockage (16, 76, 78, 80).
Patent CA-2504170-A1 (CA)
Title: Clustering system and method having interconnect
Inventor: COEKAERTS WIM A
IPC: G06F11/14
Filed: 2003-11-19
Abstract: A system and method is provided for a cluster system. The cluster inlcudes a plurality of nodes operating software instances. The nodes access files on o ne or more data storage devices over a network. The nodes are connected to each other over an interconnect networl. The interconnect network
Patent CA-2504225-A1 (CA)
Title: Hydraulic machine, system for monitoring health of hydraulic machine, and method thereof
Inventor: KAGEYAMA MASATO
IPC: G01M13/00
Filed: 2005-04-14
Abstract: In a hydraulic machine, hydraulic pump failure is detected and the pump lifespan is estimated before the pump failure occurs. The discharged pressure (122), oil temperature (126), and drain filter differential pressure (120) are measured, a correlative relationship (128) between the filter differential pressure and the discharge pressure is determined, and a representative filter differential pressure (130) is calculated from this correlative relationship. Using an oil temperature - differential pressure correlation function, the representative differential pressure value (130) is corrected so that the variable component (132) caused by the oil temperature (126) is eliminated therefrom. The long-term trend and the short-term trend of the increase over time of the corrected differential pressure is calculated. A pump failure is predicted or the pump lifespan is estimated based on the degree of deviation between the long-term trend and the short-term trend.
Patent CA-2509013-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KOLOMIETS SERGEY
IPC: G06F17/27
Filed: 2005-06-02
Abstract: A handheld electronic device includes a reduced QWERTY keyboard and is enabled with disambiguation software. The device provides output in the form of a default output and a number of variants. The output is based largely upon the frequency, i.e., the likelihood that a user intended a particular output, but various features of the device provide additional variants that are not based solely on frequency and rather are provided by various logic structures resident on the device. The device enables editing during text entry and also provides a learning function that allows the disambiguation function to adapt to provide a customized experience for the user. The disambiguation function can be selectively disabled and an alternate keystroke interpretation system provided. Additionally, the device can facilitate the selection of variants by displaying a graphic of a special <NEXT> key of the keypad that enables a user to progressively select variants generally without changing the position of the user's hands on the device.
Patent CA-2509447-A1 (CA)
Title: Process of preparing automatic dishwashing compositions utilizing in-situ prepared water-soluble zinc salts
Inventor: SONG BRIAN XIAOQING
IPC: C01G9/04
Filed: 2003-12-19
Abstract: A process for preparing in-situ water-soluble zinc salts for use in as a base or additive in preparing an automatic dishwashing composition, said process is characterized by comprising the steps of: a) dispersing zinc oxide in water;  b) combining an acid with said zinc oxide/water mixture; c) mixing said zinc oxide/water mixture and said acid until said zinc oxide is at least partially dissolved; d) maintaining said zinc oxide/water/acid mixture within an acidic pH range; and e) combining said zinc oxide/water/acid mixture with at least one rinse aid ingredient to form a rinse aid composition; wherein the order of addition of said process steps (a) and (b) is not critical.
Patent CA-2509820-A1 (CA)
Title: Procede et appareil pour tester l'endurance pulsatoire d'un implant vasculaire
Inventor: KEEBLE DUNCAN ROBERT
IPC: A61F2/06
Filed: 2003-12-16
Abstract: Cette invention se rapporte à un procédé qui sert à tester l'endurance pulsatoire d'un implant vasculaire (3) et qui consiste à cet effet à placer un insert élastique (4) dans l'implant et à dilater et contracter de façon répétitive cet insert, afin de dilater et de contracter l'implant. L'insert contient de préférence une cavité et il est dilaté et contracté de façon répétitive par augmentation et diminution répétées de la pression dans ladite cavité.
Patent CA-2511006-A1 (CA)
Title: Call center management systems
Inventor: HAUG V LAWRENCE JR
IPC: H04M7/00
Filed: 2003-11-26
Abstract: A call center management system employs out-of-band signaling, such as provided by ISDN telecommunications technology, to manage outbound calls fro m a call center. By communicating with a central office of the PSTN in this wa y, it is possible to exercise a great degree of control over outbound calls originating from the call center. This control may be used, for example, to insert a meaningful caller identification label into the outbound call, or t o manage dead air time within limits established by law, custom, or convenienc e, and to provide detailed reporting of outbound call activity.
Patent CA-2511222-A1 (CA)
Title: Building blocks and location devices for reinforced concrete walls
Inventor: RYDER GEORGE
IPC: E04B2/02
Filed: 2003-01-21
Abstract: A building block (2) comprising two side panels (6, 8) with at least one ope n side, the side panels spaced apart by two bridging parts (10, 12), a removab le section (17) on at least one bridging part (10, 12), and a pair of recessed or protruding formations (20) on opposite inner faces of the open end of the si de panels (6, 8) to enable building blocks to be interconnected. A location device (40) comprising two members (44) spaced apart by cross members (42), where the two members (44) extend beyond the cross members (42) to engage wi th formations (26) of one or more building blocks (2) is also disclosed. A wall constructed from building blocks (2) and utilising location devices (40) and a method of constructing such a wall are similarly disclosed.
Patent CA-2512301-A1 (CA)
Title: Lock cap anchor assembly for orthopaedic fixation
Inventor: BONO FRANK SCOTT
IPC: A61B17/70
Filed: 2001-09-20
Abstract: An assembly such as an anchor screw, bone plate, offset hook, post, transverse connector or other spinal anchor for anchoring to bone and clamping a linkage such as a rod, wire cable or the like. The assembly has a top member with an open slot to receive the linkage, and a twist-lock closure cap to close the open end, capturing the linkage in the slot. One closure cap fits over and around the top member, with a set of segmented protrusions that extend through a corresponding set of protruding flange segments spaced about the circumference of the top member. The cap is configured to rotate and lock against the top member like a flange-locking bayonet mount when turned through a limited degree of rotation. Slots may be provided through the face of the closure cap allowing reduction tabs to project through the cap, and the locking cap may be adapted to a range of screw, eye, hook, post, connector and other anchor assemblies to securely clamp the linkage by use of a rotation tool disposed along an access path aligned with the axis of the screw, thus requiring no lateral clearance along the longitudinal direction of the linkage element. Locking is effected by a set screw that passes through the cap and tightens against the linkage to firmly immobilize it in the anchor assembly. Another cap embodiment fits into the center of the head with a partial twist locking motion. Opposed locking surfaces prevent slippage in the radial direction, and a sloping contact floor surface may apply torque to further increase pressure on urge mating detent features in an adjacent wall.
Patent CA-2512996-A1 (CA)
Title: Control valve positioner mounting system
Inventor: GETHMANN DOUGLAS PAUL
IPC: F16K37/00
Filed: 2004-02-05
Abstract: A positioner for a control valve assembly is disclosed wherein the positioner is mounted internally to thus protect the positioner from damage stemming from environmental, impact, or other outside influences. Accordingly, not only can the position of the valve be accurately measured, but the sensing hardware is less subjected to damage or other drawbacks associated with exposure.
Patent CA-2514421-A1 (CA)
Title: Flexible radiation curable compositions
Inventor: ARCENEAUX JO ANN
IPC: C09D11/10
Filed: 2004-01-21
Abstract: Polymerizable compositions are described containing urethane (meth)acrylateoligomers and certain polymerizable monomers useful in thermoforming and in-mold decoration applications.
Patent CA-2516194-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PENGELLY RAYMOND SYDNEY
IPC: H03F3/24
Filed: 2004-04-08
Abstract: An RF power amplifier circuit for amplifying an RF signal over a broad range of power with improved efficiency includes a carrier amplifier for amplifying an RF signal over a first range of power and with a power saturation level below the maximum of the broad range of power is disclosed. A plurality of peak amplifiers are connected in parallel with the carrier amplifier with each of the peak amplifiers being biased to sequentially provide an amplified output signal after the carrier amplifier approaches saturation. The input signal is applied through a signal splitter to the carrier amplifier and the plurality of peak amplifiers, and an output for receiving amplified output signals from the carrier amplifier and the plurality of peak amplifiers includes a resistive load R/2. The split input signal is applied through a 90~  transformer to the carrier amplifier, and the outputs of the peak amplifiers are applied through 90~ transformers to a output load. When operating below saturation, the carrier amplifier delivers power to a load of 2R and the carrier amplifier delivers current to the load, which is one-half the current at maximum power when the amplifier is saturated. In one embodiment with the output having an impedance, Z, the carrier amplifier and each peak amplifier is connected to the output through an output-matching network presenting an output impedance of less than Z to each amplifier and with each output-matching network having selected phase length to reduce reactance of the output impedance.
Patent CA-2516741-A1 (CA)
Title: Additional hash functions in content-based addressing
Inventor: FORRET PETER
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2004-02-19
Abstract: A hash function used for content addressing is different from the hash function used for content verification. Adding a file to a database involves storing both hash function values in a table as pair. Verifying the integrity of a file believed to be a duplicate in a database, or when retrieving a file, makes use of the verification hash function. Files can be continuously checked. A multi-level database can be used. A second hash function can be added to an existing system. A verification hash function can be upgraded and more than one content verification hash function can be used. In a variation, a randomnumber generator is used instead of a hash function for content addressing; the verification hash function is also used. Files addressed using a random number are added or retrieved from a database and their verification hash values are checked. Time stamps and digital signatures are used for security.
Patent CA-2517085-A1 (CA)
Title: Adiponectin expression promoter
Inventor: TSUDA TAKANORI
IPC: A23L1/30
Filed: 2004-03-02
Abstract: To prevent or improve various pathologic conditions typified by life style-related diseases, it is intended to provide a substance having an effect of promoting the expression of adiponectin and elevating its level as well as use thereof. An adiponectin expression promoter containing as the active ingredient at least one cyanidine compound selected from the group consisting of cyanidine and cyanidine glycosides is applied to drugs or food compositions to be used for the purposes in which the pharmacological effects of adiponectin are utilized.