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Patent AU-761621-B2 (AU)
Title: Color enhancement method
Inventor: CLASSEN BRIAN J
IPC: H04N5/235
Filed: 1999-11-12
Granted: 2003-06-05
Abstract: A color enhancement method for use in a video camera imaging system (10, 30) in the context of non-uniform lighting includes an adaptive algorithm (100 - 110) for developing a shutter speed control signal, analog gain control signal and color balance signals from pixel luminance over one filed of video. The control signals developed during one field are used to control the camera (12) during the next field. The speed control signal and analog signal are determined based on the luminance signal obtained in digital form from the video camera, and analyzed over at least one field of video. During one field, the speed control signal and the analog gain signal target dark areas of the image and during the next field they target the bright areas of the image so that, over two fields, every pixel is within a workable range of luminance in at least one of two alternate fields. As the color balance settings for the fields are adjusted according to the exposure settings and the luminance level, consistent hue values are maintained between alternate fields. Additionally, a pixel color detection circuit (18, 28) examines each pixel from the video camera (12) to determine whether it is in a color region of interest. The pixel color detection circuit uses a color offset signal, calculated by a controller (16, 60) based on the luminance signal during the preceding filed. The color offset signal indicates how far from neutral, or white, in the chosen color space, is the chrominance data from the camera. The video camera and pixel color detection circuit may be sued to identify weeds or plant material on the ground. A controller (74) is responsive to the pixel color detection circuit and activates one or more spray nozzles (68, 70) when a weed is detected.
Patent AU-562401-B2 (AU)
Title: Coil former
Inventor: LEMMER HELMUT
IPC: H01F5/02
Filed: 1983-06-08
Granted: 1987-06-11
Abstract: 1. Coil bobbin for electromagnetically operated switching devices, consisting of at least one coil holder (1, 2; 24 to 27) made from plastics material and at least one coil winding (40, 41) located on the outside of the coil holder, in which case the coil holder comprises a hollow member open at both opposing end faces, of rectangular cross section and formed by rectangular side walls (3, 4; 5 to 8) and likewise rectangular flange edges (9 to 12) at the end faces of the hollow member projecting outwards at right angles to the side walls, which edges have dimensions such that they form the lateral boundary for the coil winding, characterised in that in a plane of division (13), which extends at right angles to the flange edges (9, 10, 11, 12) and through two opposing side walls (5, 6, 7, 8), the coil holder is divided into two symmetrical coil holder halves (1, 2), which are connected to each other in one piece by two flexible hinge strips (16, 17), which seen in the opened out position of the two coil holder halves (1, 2), are provided to extend exclusively between two opposing corners of the flange edges (9, 10; 11, 12) in the region of the plane of division (13) and that remaining design of the coil holder is arranged so that in the opened out position, the coil holder can be produced exclusively between two die-cast shaped parts.
Patent AU-610180-B2 (AU)
Title: Control manifold inserted in the flow route of a system for transferring pressure media in a gaseous/or liquid gaseous state
Inventor: MOCK BRUNO ARMIN
IPC: F17C13/02
Filed: 1988-06-01
Granted: 1991-05-16
Abstract: The control manifold comprises a manifold casing which is at least approximately hexagonal, a pair of parallel sides forming thereby the upper and lower narrow sides of the casing, between which, the internal-casing conduit section of the connecting piece for the vacuum pump and for the pressure-medium supply container extend vertically and approximately concentrically; the conduit sections of the intake and outlet pieces lead into the upper end area of said supply container, the intake and outlet pieces each running parallel and near to the narrow sides joining at the upper narrow side of the casing. In this connection, the connecting piece is common to both the low-pressure side as well as the high-pressure side. From the foregoing there results a very compact and manageable manifold casing with very short, straight and hence easily-manufactured flow routes on one level.
Patent AU-757973-B2 (AU)
Title: Desmethylolanzapine compositions and methods
Inventor: YELLE WILLIAM E
IPC: A61K9/48
Filed: 1999-11-22
Granted: 2003-03-13
Abstract: Methods and compositions are disclosed utilizing N-desmethylolanzapine for the treatment of psychosis in humans. N-Desmethylolanzapine exhibits a lessened liability toward drug-drug interactions than olanzapine and a more predictable dosing regimen than olanzapine. N-Desmethylolanzapine is also useful for the treatment of acute mania, mild anxiety states, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autistic disorder, excessive aggression, substance abuse, depressive signs and symptoms, tic disorder, functional bowel disorder and fungal dermatitis.
Patent AU-717743-B2 (AU)
Title: Nuclear receptor ligands and ligand binding domains
Inventor: SCANLAN THOMAS S
IPC: G06F17/50
Filed: 1996-12-13
Granted: 2000-03-30
Abstract: The present invention provides new methods, particularly computational methods, and compositions for the generation of nuclear receptor synthetic ligands based on the three dimensional structure of nuclear receptors, particularly the thyroid receptor (herein referred to as "TR"). Also provided are crystals, nuclear receptor synthetic ligands, and related methods.
Patent AU-694496-B2 (AU)
Title: Components and catalysts for the polymerization of olefins
Inventor: SACCHETTI MARIO
IPC: C08F4/649
Filed: 1995-03-22
Granted: 1998-07-23
Abstract: Components and catalysts for the polymerization of olefins comprising the product obtained by contacting a compound of a transition metal M, containing at least one M- pi  bond, with an olefinic prepolymer obtained by polymerization of one or more olefins with a coordination catalyst comprising a compound of Ti or V supported on a magnesium halide.
Patent AU-2002223896-B2 (AU)
Title: Sterilisation of pharmaceuticals
Inventor: MCAFFER IAN GARDNER CAMERON
IPC: A61L2/04
Filed: 2001-11-26
Granted: 2006-07-27
Abstract: A method of sterilizing a pharmaceutical composition containing a suspension of a pharmaceutical comprises rapidly heating the pharmaceutical composition from ambient temperature to an elevated temperature, maintaining it at or above the elevated temperature for a period of time, and rapidly cooling the pharmaceutical composition to ambient temperature.
Patent AU-779104-B2 (AU)
Title: Process for quality control and standardisation of medicinal plant products
Inventor: HYLANDS PETER JOHN
IPC: G01N33/48
Filed: 2000-02-10
Granted: 2005-01-06
Abstract: A process for establishing a standard specification for a medicinal plant material comprises: (i) preparing a test solution or test extract of a sample of the medicinal plant material which is known to possess the or each property required for the standard; (ii) submitting the said solution or extract to two or more analytical methods including (a) a combination of NMR spectroscopy and a computer-based pattern recognition technique, and (b) one or more biological profiling techniques; (iii) obtaining results from the analytical methods used in step (ii); and (iv) establishing a standard specification for the said plant material on the basis of the results obtained in step (iii). Candidate samples of the medicinal plant material may subsequently be tested for compliance with the standard. They can be accepted or rejected depending on whether they give analytical results which fall within or outside either part or all of the specification established in step (iv). This approach to standardization and quality control is particularly applicable to mixtures of medicinal plant materials.
Patent AU-778465-B2 (AU)
Title: Safety lighter with compound finger pad
Inventor: CHUNG AMAN K M
IPC: F23Q2/28
Filed: 2001-01-03
Granted: 2004-12-09
Abstract: The child safety lighter includes a pair of pivoted elements one of which engages a valve stem for moving a valve between closed and opened positions upon pivoting the element by application of thumb pressure to a first finger-engageable surface. The second element includes a second finger-engageable surface extending about the outer periphery of the first surface whereby the two surfaces combined correspond in shape essentially to a typical thumb press pad of a conventional lighter. The second element is independently pivotal against the bias of a spring. Because the first surface area is reduced and located between the second surface and the spark wheel of the lighter, increased force and dexterity is necessary to pivot the first lever to actuate the lighter.
Patent AU-615501-B2 (AU)
Title: Hydraulic cement and composition employing the same
Inventor: GRAVITT BILLY B
IPC: C04B7/28
Filed: 1988-11-14
Granted: 1991-10-03
Abstract: A hydraulic cement is formed from a Class C fly ash and an alkali metal activator. Mortar and concrete compositions can be prepared with this hydraulic cement. The cement is particularly useful in producing mortar and concrete compositions that achieve high strengths in a short time.
Patent AU-608678-B2 (AU)
Title: Multilayered formable composite laminates and method of making same
Inventor: GUERRA CARLOS
IPC: B32B27/30
Filed: 1988-10-06
Granted: 1991-04-11
Abstract: A process for making a multilayered formable plastic composite laminate and a process for its manufacture which includes preparing an acrylic composition which includes the reaction product of a mixture of predominantly an acrylic monomer and a substantially lesser amount of a polymer thereof, at least one free radical reaction initiating reaction catalyst, and optionally, a chain length regulating agent or a cross-linking agent; deaerating the acrylic composition; casting the deaerated acrylic composition upon a sheet or laminate of a thermoplastic material; and curing the cast acrylic composition in several successive stages so as to substantially polymerize the acrylic monomer and to permit penetration of the acrylic composition preferably to a depth of between about 0.001-0.1 inch into thermoplastic material to form a laminate having a uniform and gradual acrylic/thermoplastic interphase, rather than a sharp separation between the layers thereof, so as to prevent delamination during further processing operations. These laminates are then thermoformed into various shaped articles.
Patent AU-707539-B2 (AU)
Title: Novel dipteran-active compound and bacillus thuringiensis strain
Inventor: LIU CHI-LI
IPC: A01N63/60
Filed: 1995-07-10
Granted: 1999-07-15
Abstract: The invention relates to a novel substance with activity against insect pests of the order Diptera. The invention further relates to the substance which acts together with a Bacillus related pesticide, a chemical pesticide and/or a virus with pesticidal properties. The invention further relates to a novel strain(s) of Bacillus thuringiensis which produces such a substance. The invention further relates to pesticidal compositions comprising the substance and a pesticidal carrier, or the substance and a Bacillus related pesticide, a chemical pesticide and/or a virus with pesticidal properties as well as methods of using the pesticidal compositions to control a pest.
Patent AU-565898-B2 (AU)
Title: 1,8-naphthyridine derivatives
Inventor: MATSUMOTO JUN-ICHI
IPC: C07D207/14
Filed: 1984-07-20
Granted: 1987-10-01
Abstract: The present invention relates to a 1,8-naphthyridine derivative of the formulawherein R<sub>1</sub>, R<sub>2</sub> and R<sub>3</sub> are the same or different and each hydrogen or lower alkyl having 1 to 5 carbon atoms; and esters thereof and salts thereof and processes for preparation thereof. These compounds show excellent antibacterial activity and are useful antibacterial agents.
Patent AU-722500-B2 (AU)
Title: Process for the production of rigid polyurethane foams having low thermal conductivity
Inventor: MCCULLOUGH DENNIS
IPC: C08G18/40
Filed: 1997-05-28
Granted: 2000-08-03
Abstract: A process for the production of rigid polyurethane foams having low thermal conductivity is described. This process comprises reactingA) a polyol component comprising:(1) at least one polyester polyol having a molecular weight of from 100 to 30,000 g/mol and containing at least two isocyanate-reactive hydrogen atoms;(2) at least one polyether polyol having a molecular weight of from 150 to 12,500 g/mol and containing at least two isocyanate-reactive hydrogen atoms and at least one tertiary nitrogen atom, and being prepared from a starter compound comprising ammonia or a compound containing at least one primary, secondary or tertiary amino group;(3) at least one polyether polyol having a molecular weight of from 150 to 12,500 g/mol and containing at least two isocyanate-reactive hydrogen atoms, and being prepared from a starter compound comprising water or a polyhydric alcohol;(4) at least one catalyst;(5) water(6) at least one blowing agent; and, optionally(7) auxiliary substances and/or additives; withB) an organic polyisocyanate having an NCO group content of from 20 to 48% by weight.Cyclopentane blown rigid polyurethane foams which exhibit low thermal conductivity and the end-use of such foams as an interlayer in a process for the production of composite components and for filling cavities is also disclosed.
Patent AU-768558-B2 (AU)
Title: Monoclonal antibodies specific for the extracellular domain of prostate-specific membrane antigen
Inventor: MURPHY GERALD P
IPC: C07K16/28
Filed: 1999-03-18
Granted: 2003-12-18
Abstract: The present invention relates to monoclonal antibodies that bind to the extracellular domain of prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA), hybridoma cell lines producing the antibodies, and methods of using such antibodies for diagnosis and treatment of cancer. In particular, thirty-five monoclonal antibodies reactive with PSMA expressed on the cell surface are exemplified. Additionally, the present invention relates to a novel protein variant (PSM') of PSMA detected by a number of the antibodies of the invention. The hydrolase activity of PSMA and PSM' allows the use of an immunoenzymatic assay for their detection.
Patent AU-783931-B2 (AU)
Title: Hybrid cells obtainable from antigen presenting cells
Inventor: WAGNER THOMAS
IPC: A61K35/14
Filed: 2001-01-09
Granted: 2005-12-22
Abstract: A rapid, simple-to-use method for preparing hybrid cells, applicable to fully differentiate, non-dividing cells, entails bringing at least two different cells into contact under conditions that promote cell fusion and then purifying the resultant hybrid without antibiotic or metabolic selection. This approach yields hybrid cells useful in a variety of applications, including clinical treatment regimens, as cellular modulators of the immune system.
Patent AU-777080-B2 (AU)
Title: Devices and methods for measuring temperature of a patient
Inventor: MOONEY CHARLES R
IPC: A61B5/01
Filed: 2001-01-18
Granted: 2004-09-30
Abstract: An access device such as a catheter, or introducer, or any combination of the above is provided. Within the access device is at least one lumen, channel or instrument that carries or itself is a thermally active mass, such as infusion fluids, control wires, etc. A temperature sensor such as a thermistor is secured to the access device in order to measure the temperature of a temperature medium, typically blood, in a patient. Various insulating lumens, insulating members and mounting and extrusion configurations are provided by the invention to insulate the temperature sensor thermally from the thermal mass, which might otherwise degrade the accuracy of the temperature measurement. The invention also provides an arrangement whereby the temperature sensor is connected to an external monitor for display of the patient's temperature.
Patent AU-770685-B2 (AU)
Title: Human neurogenin 3-encoding nucleotide sequences
Inventor: GERMAN MICHAEL S
IPC: C12N5/074
Filed: 2000-03-28
Granted: 2004-02-26
Abstract: The present invention features a human neurogenin3 (Ngn3) polypeptide and nucleotide sequences encoding Ngn3 polypeptides. In a particular aspect, the polynucleotide is the nucleotide sequence of SEQ ID NO:1. In addition, the invention features isolated nucleic acid sequence comprising an Ngn3 promoter, as well as a polynucleotide sequences that hybridize under stringent conditions to SEQ ID NO:1. In related aspects the invention features expression vectors and host cells comprising polynucleotides that encode a human Ngn3 polypeptide. The present invention also relates to antibodies that bind specifically to a human Ngn3 polypeptide, methods for producing human Ngn3 polypeptides, methods for identifying  beta -cell precursor cells expressing Ngn3, methods for using the Ngn3 gene and the Ngn3 polypeptide to alter cellular differentiation in culture or in vivo to produce new  beta -cells to treat patients with diabetes mellitus, and identification of individuals at risk for diabetes by detecting alteration in Ngn3 coding and regulatory sequences and Ngn3 expression levels.
Patent AU-618122-B2 (AU)
Title: Group control for lifts with immediate allocation of target calls
Inventor: FRIEDLI PAUL DR
IPC: B66B1/20
Filed: 1989-08-31
Granted: 1991-12-12
Abstract: In this grouped control, a call to be allocated for the first time to a cabin is instantaneously and definitively allocated after its input. For this purpose, immediately after the call input, for all the lifts operating costs corresponding to the waiting times of passengers are calculated from lift-specific data solely for the input floor and destination floor of the new call and are transferred to a cost register (R1). The comparison of these operating costs is then carried out immediately, the call being allocated definitively to the lift with the lowest operating costs. The operating-cost calculation extends to all the participants in the cabins and on the floors, the computer using a running-timetable (15), in which the running times between a particular floor and any other floor are stored. A door-timetable (14) stores the door opening and closing times of the particular lift, which the computer uses for calculating the standstill time of the cabin. Operating costs calculated in this way achieve better comparative results and provide exact data on the actual waiting times of all the participants. 
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Patent AU-693966-B2 (AU)
Title: Regeneration of catalyst/absorber
Inventor: GUTH EUGENE D
IPC: B01J38/04
Filed: 1995-10-25
Granted: 1998-07-09
Abstract: Hydrogen or carbon monoxide in a carrier of nitrogen or steam is passed over a devitalized catalyst/carbonate or bicarbonate absorber which has absorbed or adsorbed nitrates and nitrites from engine exhaust to restore the carbonate form and regenerate the devitalized catalyst/absorber for reuse.
Patent AU-676161-B2 (AU)
Title: Method and composition for the treatment of disorders involving immunological dysfunction
Inventor: KLINE ELLIS L
IPC: A61K9/22
Filed: 1993-04-21
Granted: 1997-03-06
Abstract: A method and composition are provided for treatment of disorders involving immunological dysfunction. The invention comprises the administration of a low level of ribonucleotide polymerase protein or a derivative thereof to a human or animal with an immune dysfunction disorder.
Patent AU-691073-B2 (AU)
Title: Continuous control system for a mining or tunnelling machine
Inventor: SMITH HERBERT A
IPC: E21B19/08
Filed: 1996-01-30
Granted: 1998-05-07
Abstract: PCT No. PCT/CA96/00058 Sec. 371 Date Jul. 28, 1997 Sec. 102(e) Date Jul. 28, 1997 PCT Filed Jan. 30, 1996 PCT Pub. No. WO96/24753 PCT Pub. Date Aug. 15, 1996A continuous control system for a mining or tunnelling machine having a boom (12) with a motor driven cutting head (14) at one of its ends and a rotatable turret (20) at the other end, the control system comprising angular encoders (40, 44) for continuously measuring the angles of the boom (12) and of the turret (20) and a linear encoder (55) for continuously measuring the linear position of the cutting head (14), and further having pressure transducers (P1, P2, P3, P4) for continuously measuring the pressures of the various hydraulic cylinders or drives (41, 43) used to operate the boom (12) and the turret (20). It may also have a power transducer (57) for continuously measuring the power input to the motor (18) driving the cutting head (14) to control the RPM of the latter. The signals from the above various measurements are continuously processed by a computer (46) in accordance with a predetermined computer program and a controller (47) is provided which is responsive to the computer (46) and which continuously controls the various parameters so as to cut a preselected profile at a predetermined depth of cut and rate of advance.
Patent AU-630130-B2 (AU)
Title: Pressure-fed separation apparatus
Inventor: BURGESS GEORGE
IPC: B01D33/048
Filed: 1989-11-21
Granted: 1992-10-22
Abstract: A pressure-fed apparatus for the separation of solids and liquids from a suspension has a fine-apertured rotatable screening drum 1, and an inlet 3 to introduce a flow of suspension into the interior of the screening drum under pressure. Feed means comprising a plurality of nozzles 10 eject the suspension tangentially onto the inner surface of the screening drum from a position directly adjacent the said inner surface. Suspension may be ejected with or against the direction of rotation of the drum.
Patent AU-771986-B2 (AU)
Title: A device for analysing preferably animal manure
Inventor: BERG KAREL VAN DEN
IPC: G01N11/08
Filed: 2000-05-10
Granted: 2004-04-08
Abstract: A device which may be carried by and part of an unmanned vehicle which measures characteristics of manure of animals such as dairy cows that are milked and fed in a stable provided for them. The vehicle is supported by three driven wheels and carries a mechanism for analyzing manure which comprises a compression chamber for receiving a manure sample. A sieve is provided on one side of the chamber and a piston forces the manure sample through the sieve. By measuring the pressure required to squeeze the manure sample through the sieve, characteristics such as the fibrousness and the viscosity of the manure sample can be determined. The vehicle also carries an identification instrumentality for identifying the animal that provided the manure sample and may carry a temperature sensor and an inertia meter. It is operatively associated with a computer which registers data provided from analysis of each animal's manure sample and provides same as displayable data.
Patent AU-678171-B2 (AU)
Title: Method of continuous operation of a storage tank
Inventor: PERRY MICHAEL ROBERT
IPC: B29C48/92
Filed: 1993-07-20
Granted: 1997-05-22
Abstract: A method of storing liquid in a tank (101), said tank having inlet and outlet ports (117, 127) and a moveable follower (111) carrying one of said ports (117), said liquid being concurrently and continuously fed to and delivered from the tank and the volume of said liquid in said tank varying as the follower (111) moves in response to variations in the rates of supply and demand. <IMAGE>