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Patent CA-2390185-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GUO WEN LI
IPC: F16L11/10
Filed: 2002-07-02
Abstract: A flexible hose device includes a flexible hose (10) having an outer peripheral portion, a flexible tube (20) snugly engaged onto the outer peripheral portion of the flexible hose (10), and a coil spring (23) embedded in the flexible tube (20) by such as the molding or the mold injection processes, for preventing the flexible tube (20) and the flexible hose (10) frog being deformed. The flexible tube (20) may include a coupler (11) attached to one end for coupling to a water reservoir and for receiving the water from the water reservoir.
Patent CA-2391071-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HALL JOHN P
IPC: B01L3/00
Filed: 2002-06-21
Abstract: A method for assembling a multiwell plate assembly, and a multiwell plate assembly prepared thereby, are provided. The method includes providing a lid for a multiwell plate body having at least one channel being formed therethrough;  positioning the lid in proximity to a gasket member; applying sufficient negative pressure to the channel to draw the gasket member towards the lid; positioning the lid above a multiwell plate body, while continuing to apply negative pressure to the channel;  emplacing the lid on the multiwell plate body; and, releasing the negative pressure from the channel. Advantageously, as will be recognized by those skilled in the art, various gasket members can be used in conjunction with the subject method, without altering the method. In this manner, gaskets can be selected based on their suitability for use with various biological and/or chemical samples which may be used in the bioassays.
Patent CA-2391823-A1 (CA)
Title: A container for storing and dispensing food items and beverages
Inventor: NICHOLAS MICHAEL EDWARD
IPC: A47G19/22
Filed: 2002-06-27
Abstract: A container assembly for storing and dispensing food items and beverages having a vessel and a removable lid. The vessel defines a longitudinal axis and has a first tongue and groove member. The removable lid has a lid aperture for accessing an interior of the vessel, and a complementary mating second tongue and groove member that is rotatable with the lid about the longitudinal axis and relative to the first tongue and groove member of the vessel between a lid secured configuration and a lid releasing configuration. In the lid secured configuration, the tongue and groove members fully engage one another, preventing longitudinal movement of the lid member relative to the vessel. In the lid releasing configuration, the tongue and groove members arse configured so as to permit longitudinal movement of the lid member relative to the vessel, and such that the lid member is removable from the vessel.
Patent CA-2393017-A1 (CA)
Title: Infrared camera
Inventor: OOKAWA NORIO
IPC: H04N5/33
Filed: 2001-10-15
Abstract: An infrared camera includes a temperature sensor (39) and an element operating temperature setting circuit (30) for setting a temperature obtained by adding a desired offset to the temperature of the temperature sensor (39) immediately after the power-on as an operating temperature of an imaging device (2), and images with the imaging device (2) settled to the temperature obtained by adding the desired offset to the temperature of the temperature sensor (39) immediately after the power-on.
Patent CA-2396914-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MOZAYENY BAHRAM
Filed: 2002-08-06
Abstract: A method and apparatus for scheduling appointments. The method comprises receiving appointment availability information from a second party, receiving an appointment request from a first party, comparing the request to the availability information, automatically scheduling the appointment if the request is for an available time based on the availability information, and automatically updating the appointment availability information to reflect the appointment. The apparatus comprises an appointment server containing instructions for receiving appointment availability information from a second party, receiving an appointment request-from a first party, comparing the request to the availability information, automatically scheduling the appointment if the request is for an available time based on the availability information, and automatically updating the appointment availability information to reflect the appointment.
Patent CA-2397352-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HJALTASON BALDUR
IPC: A23K1/18
Filed: 2001-01-15
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé de production d'organismes prédateurs, tels que l'Artémia et les rotifères. Ces organismes sont produits dans le but de nourrir des organismes aquacoles, surtout lorsqu'il sont à l'état larvaire. Ce procédé consiste à cultiver les organismes prédateurs pendant au moins une partie de leur cycle de vie dans un milieu aqueux comprenant au moins un composant lipidique dont le contenu de DHA est au moins égal à 30 % en poids. Les organismes prédateurs enrichis possèdent, de préférence, un contenu d'au moins 12 % en poids de leur contenu lipidique total. Ces organismes conviennent pour l'alimentation de larves de poisson, notamment, le flétan, le turbot, l'achigan et la sole ainsi que les crustacés et les mollusques.
Patent CA-2398695-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NGUYEN HUNG
IPC: C12N9/12
Filed: 2001-01-18
Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel polynucleotide encoding a polypepti de which is structurally related to chondromodulin-I, as well as to the purifie d protein itself. The invention also relates to vectors, host cells, antibodie s and recombinant methods for producing the polypeptide. In addition, the invention discloses therapeutic, diagnostic and research utilities for these  and related products.
Patent CA-2400951-A1 (CA)
Title: Procede et dispositif de transfert de disques compacts a une chaine d'emballage
Inventor: SICHERA GIANNI
IPC: B65G47/91
Filed: 2001-02-21
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé permettant d'enlever individuellement des disques compacts (1) d'un magasin (10) par le biais d'un dispositif de ramassage (14) porté par un tambour (13) qui tourne continuellement sur un axe vertical. Le dispositif de ramassage (14) est destiné à se déplacer dans un mouvement de translation combiné le long d'un axe vertical et autour d'une circonférence du tambour (13), de manière à se déplacer dans une direction opposée à la direction du mouvement imposée par ledit tambour (13), d'une première position avancée par rapport au plan médian (M), à une position fermée de ramassage du disque. Le mouvement combiné de translation du dispositif de ramassage (14) continue à s'effectuer, de manière à amener le disque compact (1) à une seconde position éloignée. Le disque compact enlevé (1) est alors transféré vers une chaîne de transport (5) par un mouvement de translation combiné correspondant du dispositif (14) par rapport à la direction du mouvement imposée par le tambour (13), d'une position avancée éloignée à une position fermée, à laquelle le disque compact (1) est libéré.
Patent CA-2401036-A1 (CA)
Title: Pyridinylimidazoles
Inventor: HARRINGTON FRANK PETER
IPC: C07D401/14
Filed: 2001-02-21
Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof where in R1, R2 and R3 represent various functional groups, and one of X1 and X2 is N  and the other is NR10; and their use as pharmaceuticals.
Patent CA-2401925-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SILVA GREG
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2002-09-06
Abstract: A gaming apparatus may comprise a display unit that is capable of generati ng gaming images and a value input device. A touch pad assembly may be provided including at least one touch pad having a touch detection field, wherein at least a portion of said touch detection field defines a touch area and wherein a use r touch in said touch area creates a disturbance in said touch detection field to generate a switch activation signal. A controller is operatively coupled to said display unit and said value input device, said controller comprising a processor and a memory operativel y coupled to said processor. Said controller is programmed to allow a person to make a  wager and cause a gaming image to be generated on said display unit, said gaming image representing a game selected from said group of games consisting of poker, blackjack, slots, keno and bingo. Said controller is programmed to determine a value payout associated with an outcome of said game, and respond to said switch activati on signal.
Patent CA-2406467-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MORK STEVEN W
IPC: A61L15/42
Filed: 2001-04-09
Abstract: L'invention concerne une composition de caoutchouc mousse polymère, hydrophile, durable, absorbante et conformable présentant une capacité d'absorption libre d'au moins 5 grammes d'une solution saline aqueuse à raison de 0,9 % en poids par gramme de mousse. Cette composition est capable de produire, sur ladite solution saline aqueuse, un effet de mèche vertical dépassant les 5 cm. Dans un mode de réalisation préféré, après compression, la composition de caoutchouc mousse reste fine jusqu'à ce qu'elle soit mouillée. Lorsque c'est le cas, elle s'expanse et présente une capacité élevée d'absorption libre et une hauteur élevée d'effet de mèche.
Patent CA-2406808-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for the capture, storage and manipulation of remote information
Inventor: BLACKBURN MICHAEL
IPC: G06V30/224
Filed: 2002-10-07
Abstract: A system and method for the capture, storage and manipulation of remote information is disclosed. The system includes at least one remote information capture device located at a remote site for capturing remote data, a central database accessible by the remote capture device for storing the captured remote data, and a computer program operative to manipulate the captured data. The method includes the steps of capturing remote data, storing the captured remote data, and manipulating the stored data.
Patent CA-2407674-A1 (CA)
Title: System and method for determining user identity fraud using similarity searching
Inventor: LEURY PAUL
IPC: G06F17/30
Filed: 2001-04-26
Abstract: A method and system for verifying the identities of new users of a computer system, using batch similarity searching including storing profile data about each new user who attempts to establish an account on the system in a user profile database (101) and similarity searching against a suspended profile database (103). When the search is completed, a similarity search result set is returned to the batch similarity search engine (102), then to the negative response component (104) or positive response component (105) depending on the result for the system to take action on the new user account.
Patent CA-2407928-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FLAGLER KENDRA L
IPC: C08G65/12
Filed: 2000-07-07
Abstract: Metal [hexacyanocobaltate, cobalthexanitrite nitroferricyanide] complexes ar e useful alkylene oxide polymerization catalysts. The metal is any that forms a precipitate with the hexacyanocobaltate, cobalthexanitrite and nitroferricyanide groups. These catalysts are made from less expensive raw materials than the common zinc hexacyanocobaltate catalysts, and provide sho rt induction periods and in many cases more controlled exotherms. In addition, the metal [hexacyanocobaltate, cobalthexanitrite nitroferricyanide] catalyst s often provide poly(propylene oxide) polymers having very low unsaturations, even when the catalyst is complexed with a complexing agent such as glyme.</ SDOAB>
Patent CA-2411511-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HASLER GEORG
IPC: F16B13/06
Filed: 2002-11-08
Abstract: In order to create a connector between two structural elements 10, 12, in particular panels; which comprises a bolt 5 that is supported in a sleeve 1 that consists of an upper section 2 and a lower section 3, the lower section 3 of the sleeve together with the rear end 7 of the bolt fitting into a recess 9 in the first structural element 10, and the upper section 2 of the sleeve together with the front end 5 of the bolt fitting into a recess 11 in the second structural element, and the bolt head 6 working in conjunction with a holding or gripping device that is arranged in the second structural element 12, and which can be used regardless of the type of installation, there is one or a plurality of bars 14 arranged on the part of the upper section 2 of the sleeve that is adjacent to the lower section 3 of the sleeve, said bars extending obliquely outward towards the lower section 3 of the sleeve and pivoting toward the sleeve 1.
Patent CA-2414382-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHUA NAM-HAI
IPC: C12N15/82
Filed: 2001-06-21
Abstract: A plant gene, Esr1, has been found which when overexpressed in plant cells results in cells which have cytokinin-independent cell growth. This feature allows the encoded protein ESR1 to be used as a selectable marker of transformed cells by growing the transformed cells on cytokinin-free media. It has also been found that overexpression of ESR1 in cells grown in the presence of cytokinins results in a higher regeneration of plants. This feature allows the gene to be used to obtain greater regeneration of plant cells.
Patent CA-2420664-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MOK MIMI T
IPC: G06Q10/10
Filed: 2001-08-27
Abstract: The method (100) for optimizing managing, and schedualing relationships. The method (100) uses an apparatus (108) the preferably stores information from a userregarding the user's specific types of relationships, information regarding current events and information from affiliated vendors. The apparatus (108) also initiates reminders to the user at regular intervals (128) and (132) dictated by the contact frequency. The method (100) begins with the user inputting the name of the contact person (104) the user also input the typre of relationship the user has with the contact person (112).
Patent CA-2422442-A1 (CA)
Title: Aminoplast-based crosslinkers and powder coating compositions containing such crosslinkers
Inventor: SCHNEIDER JOHN R
IPC: C08K5/3492
Filed: 2001-09-14
Abstract: Two types of aminotriazine-based crosslinking agents are provided. Both crosslinking agents include the ungelled reaction product of (A) a reactive urethane group-containing reaction product and (B) an aminotriazine compound  having one or less non-alkylated NH bond per triazine ring. The reactive urethane group-containing reaction product (A) is the reaction product of (1 ) a polyester polyol, and (2) a mono-isocyanate, for the first agent and the reaction product of (1) a polyisocyanate and (2) a monohydric capping agent for the second agent. Both crosslinking agents are essentially free of urethane NH functionality; the first has a glass transition temperature of a t least 25 ~C and the second has a glass transition temperature of at least 10  ~C. Methods for making and using these crosslinking agents are also provided .
Patent CA-2422757-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LIEMPD VAN ALBERTUS CORNELIS
IPC: B65D75/10
Filed: 2001-09-12
Abstract: A method for packaging a food product (30), such as a candy (12), wherein a film is formed into a substantially tubular envelope (16) around the product, which envelope extends beyond the product (12) at both ends (34), wherein closing means (119) squeeze the envelope (16) together in substantially radially inward direction at some distance from the ends (34) of the envelope (160) so as to give the packaging of the product the appearance of a twist-wrap.
Patent CA-2423559-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KOMATSOULIS GEORGE A
IPC: C12Q1/6876
Filed: 2001-01-17
Abstract: The present invention relates to novel human secreted proteins and isolated nucleic acids containing the coding regions of the genes encoding such proteins. Also provided are vectors, host cells, antibodies, and recombinant methods for producing human secreted proteins. The invention further relates to diagnostic and therapeutic methods useful for diagnosing and treating diseases, disorders, and/or conditions related to these novel human secreted proteins.
Patent CA-2427775-A1 (CA)
Title: Replaceable personal digital assistant cradle for a telephone
Inventor: TEMPLIN ROBERT CHARLES
IPC: G06F1/16
Filed: 2003-05-02
Abstract: A telephone set includes a cradle for receiving a selected electronic device, such as a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA). The cradle comprises a cradle base and a cradle cover coupled to the cradle base. The cradle cover includes a support for selectively securing the selected electronic device thereto. Means for coupling the cradle to the telephone set, which preferably comprises a snap device; is provided. A connector is coupled to the cradle in order to enable communication between the selected electronic device and the telephone set. The cradle can be selectively removed from the telephone set by decoupling the cradle base from the telephone set.
Patent CA-2427814-A1 (CA)
Title: A combination of a pde4 inhibitor and a leukotriene antagonist in the treatment of bronchial and respiratory disorders
Inventor: CHANG YUJUN
IPC: A61K31/47
Filed: 2001-11-02
Abstract: Bronchial and respiratory disorders are treated by the separate, sequential, or simultaneous administration of i) an amount of N-(3,5-dichloropyrid-4-yl)-cyclopropylmethoxy-4-difluoromethoxybenzamide, the pyridyl N-oxide thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of either compound; and ii) an amount of a leukotriene antagonist, wherein the sum of the first and second amounts is a therapeutically effective amount.
Patent CA-2428513-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SHIPLEY JOHN
IPC: G01S13/90
Filed: 2001-11-13
Abstract: An imaging system uses wideband RF daylight created by plural narrowband RF illumination sources, to passively generate spectrally different sets of RF scattering coefficients for multiple points within a prescribed three- dimensional volume being illuminated by the narrowband RF transmitters. To correct fot the lack of mutual coherence among different RF illumination sources, the respective sets of scattering coefficient data are applied to a cultral feature extraction operator, to locate one or more strong cultural features spatially common to multiple images. For spatial points along the extracted cultural feature theoretical scattering coefficients are calculated. Differences between phase values of these calculated scattering coefficients and those of the collected and processed scattering energy are used to modify the measured scattering coefficient values for all points in the illuminated region.
Patent CA-2429007-A1 (CA)
Title: Sample introduction device for mass spectrometry using a fast fluidic system to synchronize multiple parallel liquid sample streams
Inventor: WEISS ADAM
IPC: G01N27/62
Filed: 2001-11-28
Abstract: ABSTRACT A sample introduction device for introducing a plurality of independent fluid sample streams into a mass spectrometer includes a manifold (84) having a plurality of fluid sample stream direct paths. Each direct path extends between a fluid sample stream inlet (80, 82) and a fluid sample stream outlet. A plurality of bypass paths (92, 96) is also provided in the manifold.  Each bypass path is coupled to a respective one of the direct paths between the inlet and outlet. A plurality of transfer lines (86,94) is also provided with each transfer line being coupled to a respective one of the outlets to deliver a fluid sample stream to an ionization region of the mass spectrometer. A valve (90, 96) is positioned in each of the bypass paths and is actuable to divert the fluid sample stream entering the direct path via the inlet from the direct path and into the bypass path.
Patent CA-2431586-A1 (CA)
Title: Antibiotic/benzoyl peroxide dispenser
Inventor: VISHNUPAD MOHAN
IPC: A61K31/74
Filed: 2001-12-12
Abstract: Two separate compositions, one containing an antibiotic and one containing benzoyl peroxide are packaged within and dispensed from a common dispenser.  More particularly, a dual dispenser contains i) a first composition that is substantially anhydrous and includes a polar solvent, an antibiotic and a thickening agent selected from the group consisting of acrylic acid polymers and polyacrylamides; and ii) a second composition containing benzoyl peroxide or, alternatively, a retinoid. By packaging these two anti-acne active ingredients in this manner, long shelflife and convenient dispensing and application are provided.
Patent CA-2431830-A1 (CA)
Title: Hard surface cleaning composition and hydroscopic polymer gel films for easier cleaning
Inventor: PAPPALARDO PAUL
IPC: C11D3/37
Filed: 2003-05-16
Abstract: Cleaning compositions which enhance hard surfaces to exhibit excellent water-spreading and oil-repellence and therefore provide a "next time easier cleaning" consumer benefit contain selected polymers. The cleaning compositions include: (a) a water-soluble or water-dispersible copolymer having: (i) a first monomer having a permanent cationic charge or that is capable of forming a cationic charge on protonation; (ii) a second monomer that is acidic and that is capable of forming an anionic charge in the compositions; (iii) a third monomer having an uncharged hydrophilic group; and (iv) optionally, a fourth monomer that is hydrophobic; (b) optionally, an organic solvent; and (c) optionally, an adjuvant.    Hydroscopic polymer gels can be formed by applying a water soluble or water dispersible polymer on a surface and allowing water to be sequestered from the atmosphere into the polymer. The polymer gels provides for easier next time cleaning. In addition, the surfaces of textiles and related materials can be engineered by the formation of polymer gel films thereon. Polymer gels also provide a vehicle by which sites of chemical reactions can be localized.
Patent CA-2433588-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FOLEY CHRISTOPHER P
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2003-06-26
Abstract: Disclosed are decision support and resource synchronization tools and platforms and related methods for synchronizing learning services in a manner that is responsive to dynamic business needs. In particular, disclosed is a decision support tool that enables learning solutions to be responsive to an organization's business timelines, goals and strategic objectives so as to enable an organization to have its learning needs managed effectively in a manner similar to the management of a traditional business. Also disclosed is a synchronization platform for a learning solution network that uses electronic tools and information sharing capabilities to efficiently track and report various performance metrics to ensure that ongoing learning efforts are aligned with the business strategies and learning objectives as measured by quantifiable performance metrics.
Patent CA-2433615-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BLETZ ACHIM
IPC: G01F23/284
Filed: 2003-06-26
Abstract: A level meter that employs the radar principle for measuring the fill level of a medium in a container, includes a signal generator for generating and transmitting an electromagnetic signal, an electrical conductor assembly for feeding the electromagnetic signal emanating from the signal generator into the container and returning the portion of the electromagnetic signal reflected by the medium in the container, and an evaluation electronics unit that receives the portion of the electromagnetic signal reflected by the medium in the container and determines its transit or run time and thus the fill level of the medium in the container. A transducer, differentiated from the conductor assembly, is provided for measuring an additional physical variable. This enhances the functional ca-pabilities of the level meter.
Patent CA-2435192-A1 (CA)
Title: Hollow fan hub under blade bumper
Inventor: CARNEY GINA L
IPC: F01D5/30
Filed: 2003-07-14
Abstract: An attachment system for joining a blade to a hub is described. The system comprises a blade slot in the hub, a rail system positioned within the blade slot, a root portion of a blade positioned within the slot, and a bumper cooperating with the rail and contacting the blade root portion. The bumper has a central portion with first and second sides, a first pair of arms extending from the first side, and a second pair of arms extending from the second side. The central portion of the bumper includes a tab for positioning the bumper within a blade slot.