baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent CA-2342678-C (CA)
Title: Device for breaking nicks connecting two edges of a cutting line
Inventor: LOEWENSBERG DENIS
IPC: B65H45/04
Filed: 2001-03-29
Granted: 2006-02-14
Abstract: This device comprises a frame carrying means for conveying blanks along a substantially planar path and two parallel shafts (10, 11), which are mounted so as to be rotatable on opposite sides of the plane of the path and comprising tool supports (19a, 19b, 20a, 20b) for inducing a shearing between the adjacent edges of a cutting line during their displacement, in order to break nicks on the cutting line. Each parallel shaft (10, 11) comprises at least one tool support (19a, 19b, 20a, 20b) for connecting the shearing tools to the respective shafts (10, 11) and means for angularly (10a, 11a) and longitudinally positioning these tool supports (19a, 19b, 20a, 20b) on the respective shafts (10, 11).
Patent CA-2345665-C (CA)
Title: Conversational computing via conversational virtual machine
Inventor: COFFMAN DANIEL
IPC: G06F40/00
Filed: 1999-10-01
Granted: 2011-02-08
Abstract: A conversational computing system that provides a universal coordinated multi-modal conversational user interface (CUI)(10) across a plurality of conversationally aware applications (11) (i.e., applications that "speak"  conversational protocols) and conventional applications (12).  The conversationally aware applications (11) communicate with a conversational kernel (14) via conversational application APIs (13). The conversational kernel (14) controls the dialog across applications and devices (local and networked) on the basis of their registered conversational capabilities and requirements and provides a unified conversational user interface and conversational services and behaviors. The conversational computing system may be built on top of a conventional operating system and APIs (15) and conventional device hardware (16). The conversational kernel (14) handles all I/O processing and controls conversational engines (18). The conversational kernel (14) converts voice requests into queries and converts outputs and results into spoken messages using conversational engines (18) and conversational arguments (17). The conversational application API (13) conveys all the information for the conversational kernel (14) to transform queries into application calls and conversely convert output into speech, appropriately sorted before being provided to the user.
Patent CA-2354204-C (CA)
Title: Adjustable flow channel for an extruder head
Inventor: FIELDING-RUSSELL GEORGE SAMUEL
IPC: B29C48/07
Filed: 2001-07-26
Granted: 2009-04-07
Abstract: An extruder flow channel 10 has a pair of flow passages 40, 50 and a flow dam 12 interposed between the flow passages and a flow splitter 14 that locally increases or locally decreases the flow area of the first flow passage 40 relative to the second flow passage 50. The preferred flow channel 10 adjusts the mass balance of the flows 6, 7 between passages 40, 50 automatically.
Patent CA-2354607-C (CA)
Title: Method for detecting and/or quantifying a known function from a nucleic acid sample
Inventor: BLOCH JEAN-FRANCOIS
IPC: C12Q1/6816
Filed: 1999-12-08
Granted: 2011-08-09
Abstract: The invention concerns a method for detecting a known function, from nucleic acids present in a sample, characterised in that it comprises the following steps: (a) preparing, from the nucleic acids of the sample, nucleic acid molecules comprising the gene(s) coding for the protein(s) corresponding to said function, and the control elements required for the transcription and the translation of said gene(s); (b) in vitro transcription and translation of the nucleic acid molecule prepared in step (a); (c) detecting and/or measuring the function corresponding to the protein(s) produced in step (b).
Patent CA-2357551-C (CA)
Inventor: TZANNES MICHAEL A
IPC: H04B1/16
Filed: 1999-01-26
Granted: 2008-09-30
Abstract: A multicarrier transceiver is provided with a sleep mode in which it idles with reduced power consumption when it is not needed to transmit or receive data. The full transmission and reception capabilities of the transceiver are quickly restored when needed, without requiring the full (and time-consuming) initialization commonly needed to restore such transceivers to operation after inactivity.
Patent CA-2358085-C (CA)
Title: System for distributing a signal between loudspeaker drivers
Inventor: HLIBOWICKI STEFAN R
IPC: H04R3/14
Filed: 2001-09-28
Granted: 2007-08-07
Abstract: A loudspeaker system includes a drive arrangement having an autotransformer. An input drive signal is supplied to a tap connection of the autotransformer. Two end connections of the autotransformer are then connected, directly or indirectly, to drivers or individual speakers. The individual drivers can then have filter networks or the like to provide desired cutoff characteristics. The filter networks can be capacitors around the drivers. More than one autotransformer can be provided, with the output of one transformer forming the input of another, to enable three or more drivers to be driven in this manner.
Patent CA-2358367-C (CA)
Inventor: TOMITA AKIRA
IPC: H04B10/25
Filed: 1990-12-20
Granted: 2003-09-02
Abstract: An optical bypass switch includes a normal state and a bypass state, a transmission optical fiber having a signal withdrawn therefrom and injected thereto in its normal state so as to be capable of use in a ring or bus architecture. In the bypass state of the switch, the transmission optical fiber is substantially disengaged so that a signal being transmitted thereby can bypass the switch, and in this state optical fibers connected to a transmitter and a receiver of the bypass switch are maintained in a bent attitude so as to allow signals to be withdrawn and injected thereinto. A loop back path, e.g. a connector optical fiber, is provided which allows a path between the transmitter and the receiver to be completed in the bypass state of the bypass switch, and logic circuitry is provided for analyzing signals detected by the receiver which should have originated from the transmitter for evaluating a state of operation of the transmitter, receiver, and connecting means therefor. Whenever the logic circuitry detects a malfunction in any of these elements, e.g. the transmitter, the receiver and connecting structure therefor, the optical bypass switch is kept in its bypass state and prevented from re-engaging the transmission fiber so as to prevent the bypass switch from optically coupling to the transmission fiber when its electro-optic elements are not functioning properly.
Patent CA-2364073-C (CA)
Inventor: LORINCZ THOMAS A
IPC: C25F3/16
Filed: 2001-11-30
Granted: 2009-08-25
Abstract: A pipe electrochemical polishing system (10, 10a) for in place polishing of a pipe (28( has provision for detecting the instant position of a cathode (14) within the pipe (28) such as cable marks (52) and cable mark sensor (50), an infrared camera (60), heat sensing crayon marks (64), thermisters (66), and capacitance sensors (68), used individually or in combination. According to the inventive in place electropolishing method (80) when it is determined that the cathode is in a non horizontal portion (72) of the pipe (28) and further is presently traveling generally downward, then the direction of flow of the electrolyte (24) is reversed to carry any bubbles in the electrolyte (24) away from the area of the cathode (14).
Patent CA-2364965-C (CA)
Inventor: KOVACS GEORGE
IPC: H01J9/395
Filed: 2001-12-13
Granted: 2009-04-07
Abstract: A mixture of indium metal and titanium metal is fused to the inner surface of a quartz envelope of a mercury vapor discharge lamp.
Patent CA-2370429-C (CA)
Inventor: SIMARD ANDRE-MARIE
IPC: B60G11/46
Filed: 2002-02-01
Granted: 2004-12-21
Abstract: A load distributing tandem suspension assembly for supporting a chassis of a vehicle. Front and rear elongated spring arrangements are connected to each other through an intermediate equalizer arrangement. The front spring arrangement has a leaf spring pivotally attached between the chassis and the equalizer arm of the equalizer arrangement.      The rear spring arrangement has a shorter leaf spring pivotally attached to the equalizer arm and assisted by a shock absorber attached between the rear end of the leaf spring and the chassis. A guiding device guides the rear end of the second spring element up and down with respect to the chassis in a vertical course.
Patent CA-2371552-C (CA)
Inventor: WUNSCHE HELMUT
IPC: F26B15/18
Filed: 2000-02-19
Granted: 2005-07-05
Abstract: Until now, a relative high degree of culling occurs as a result of wrinkling and fissuring in sensitive types of wood when veneer is dried. According to the new method for drying veneer, wrinkling and fissuring is substantially prevented thereby minimizing culls. The drying device makes it possible to substantially automate the implementation of the inventive method. The venee r is fed through the dryer in such a way that the direction of the grain of th e veneer is slanted in relation to the direction of conveyance. The feed devic e in the drying device is embodied in such a way that the veneer is placed in the envisaged slanted position as it is fed to the dryer. Reversal of the slanted position is performed by the removal device. The veneer is dried.</S DOAB>
Patent CA-2372632-C (CA)
Title: Plant acyltransferases
Inventor: SHORROSH BASIL S
IPC: A01H5/00
Filed: 2000-05-04
Granted: 2011-02-15
Abstract: A gene encoding diacylglycerol acyltransferase from Brassica napus is described, as well as methods of altering oil content in plants using the diacylglycerol acyltransferase.
Patent CA-2373680-C (CA)
Title: Protection of endogenous therapeutic peptides from peptidase activity through conjugation to blood components
Inventor: BRIDON DOMINIQUE P
IPC: C12Q1/00
Filed: 2000-05-17
Granted: 2008-07-29
Abstract: A method for protecting a peptide from peptidase activity in vivo, the peptide being composed of between 2 and 50 amino acids and having a C-terminus and an N-terminus and a C-terminus amino acid and an N-terminus amino acid is described.  In the first step of the method, the peptide is modified by attaching a reactive group to the C-terminus amino acid, to the N-terminus amino acid, or to an amino acid located between the N-terminus and the C-terminus, such that the modified peptide is capable of forming a covalent bond in vivo with a reactive functionality on a blood component. In the next step, a covalent bond is formed between the reactive group and a reactive functionality on a blood component to form a peptide-blood component conjugate, thereby protecting said peptide from peptidase activity. The final step of the method involves the analyzing of the stability of the peptide--blood component conjugate to assess the protection of the peptide from peptidase activity.
Patent CA-2374287-C (CA)
Inventor: LIN WEN-TSAN
IPC: A63B55/60
Filed: 2002-03-04
Granted: 2007-01-16
Abstract: A wheel axle mounting structure for golf cart is constructed to include a wheel axle pivoted to a wheel, and a wheel axle holder, the wheel axle holder including a receptacle block fixedly fastened to a golf card frame and cart and adapted to receive one end of the wheel axle, a lever pivoted to the receptacle block, and a hook plate controlled by the lever to hook a hook hole in one end of the wheel axle in said receptacle block, the hook plate having one end pivoted to the lever and an opposite end terminating in a hooked portion for hooking the wheel axle.
Patent CA-2375115-C (CA)
Title: Method for separating cells using immunorosettes
Inventor: LANSDORP PETER
IPC: C12N5/00
Filed: 2000-05-26
Granted: 2011-05-24
Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for separating cells using immunorosettes. The method involves contacting a sample containing nucleated cells and red blood cells with an antibody composition which allows immunorosettes of the nucleated cells and the red blood cells to form. The antibody composition preferably contains bifunctional antibodies or tetrameric antibody complexes.
Patent CA-2375868-C (CA)
Title: Stabilized denatured lipoprotein and method for producing thereof
Inventor: SHIGEMATSU TAKASHI
IPC: G01N33/92
Filed: 2000-05-26
Granted: 2012-10-30
Abstract: Denatured lipoprotein excelling in stability of prolonged preservation (namely exhibiting only sparing liability to induce denaturation of lipoprotein) and used as a standard substance for the determination of denatured lipoprotein in blood or the determination of the physiological activity of the lipoprotein and a method for the production thereof are provided. The method for the production of the stabilized denatured lipoprotein comprises artificially denaturing lipoprotein, thereby obtaining denatured lipoprotein, freeze-drying the denatured lipoprotein or performing a process including at least one freezing operation on a solution containing denatured lipoprotein thereby denaturing the lipoprotein contained in the solution and obtaining denatured lipoprotein and further freeze-drying the denatured lipoprotein.
Patent CA-2376019-C (CA)
Title: Tibial plateau resection guide
Inventor: MATSUNO SHIGEO
IPC: A61F2/46
Filed: 2000-06-08
Granted: 2006-03-28
Abstract: An apparatus and method for tibial alignment which allows the independent establishment of two separate geometric planes to be used as a reference for the cutting of the tibial plateau during total knee arthroplasty. Two separa te frame assemblies (1, 50) with extending rods (13, 35) are coupled to the tib ia with a fixed relative angle between them, thereby allowing alignment with th e mechanical axis of the bone. A cutting block (12) is mounted on one of the assembly frames and is positioned against the tibia. Stabilizing pins (24) a re then placed on the cutting block (12), allowing the proper tibial plateau resection plane to be created.
Patent CA-2379014-C (CA)
Title: Decontamination method and apparatus
Inventor: KATAOKA ICHIROU
IPC: C02F1/72
Filed: 2002-03-27
Granted: 2005-08-09
Abstract: A chemical decontamination apparatus characterized by an oxidizing solution reservoir for storing oxidizing agent, decontamination agent of a decontamination tank to be used subsequent to oxidizing decontamination, a reducing solution reservoir for storing reducing agent, decontamination agent of the aforementioned decontamination tank to be used subsequent to reducing agent decontamination, and a transfer pump for mutual transfer of decontamination agent between the aforementioned decontamination tank and reservoir. This apparatus is designed to permit repeated use of decontamination agent.
Patent CA-2379146-C (CA)
Title: Currency evaluation and discrimination
Inventor: BAUCH AARON M
IPC: G07D7/12
Filed: 1995-03-08
Granted: 2003-05-13
Abstract: A method for discriminating between currency bills of different denominations which comprises the steps of illuminating a predetermined section of a currency bill by focusing at least one strip of light thereupon, detecting light reflected off the illuminated section of the bill to generate an analog reflectance signal, and generating relative lateral displacement between the strip of light and the bill so as to illuminate and optically scan successive sections of the bill along a predetermined dimension thereof. A series of analog reflectance signals are obtained, corresponding to light reflected from each of the successive bill sections; the reflectance signals being taken at intervals corresponding to successive increments of displacement of the bill relative to the strip of light. The series of analog reflectance signals are digitized and processed to yield a set of digital data samples which, in combination, represent a data pattern characteristic of the currency denomination of the bill. A set of master characteristic patterns are generated and stored, and the data pattern for the scanned currency bill is compared to each of the stored master patterns to determine the degree of correlation therebetween, and thereby to identify the denomination of the currency bill. Correspondingly, a currency evaluation device includes a feed mechanism for receiving a stack of currency bills, and feeding the bills in the direction of a predetermined dimension of the bills, one at a time, to a feed station. A bill-transport mechanism transports bills from the feed mechanism to a stacking mechanism. A stationary optical scanning head located between the feed and stacking mechanisms scans of least a preselected segment of each bill transported between the feed and stacking mechanisms by the transport mechanism, and produces an output signal representing the scanned image. Signal-processing means receives the output signal and determines the denomination of each scanned bill.
Patent CA-2381095-C (CA)
Title: Method for treating insulin resistance through hepatic nitric oxide
Inventor: LAUTT WILFRED WAYNE
IPC: A61K31/00
Filed: 1999-10-05
Granted: 2012-08-14
Abstract: There is provided a method of increasing insulin sensitivity by administering an effective amount of a compound which stimulates nitric oxide production in the liver. Also provided is a pharmaceutical composition having an effective amount of a compound which stimulates nitric oxide production in the liver and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.
Patent CA-2386944-C (CA)
Inventor: PETROFSKY KEITH ERIC
IPC: A23L19/12
Filed: 2000-11-01
Granted: 2007-05-22
Abstract: Methods for making improved flavor potato products by using raw potato stock as a starting material to form a sheetable dough. The methods comprise controlled processing steps that result in a potato gel suitable for sheetin g or extruding. Use of raw potato stock greatly enhances the potato flavor of the snack product ultimately produced.
Patent CA-2389518-C (CA)
Title: Inter-departmental mail sorting system and method
Inventor: BAKER CHRISTOPHER A
IPC: B07C1/00
Filed: 2000-09-22
Granted: 2005-09-13
Abstract: A processing system and apparatus for sorting and routing reusable mail pieces (1) is shown. Each mail piece bears an identifier (3), which is stored in a database (27) with the current intended destination of the mail piece to simplify subsequent sorting and routing operations. An envelope (1) is shown that is suited for use in such a system. Computer readable media are shown that are executable to control such a system (9).
Patent CA-2390590-C (CA)
Title: Adenosine receptor antagonists and methods of making and using the same
Inventor: DOWLING JAMES E
IPC: C07D473/02
Filed: 2000-11-13
Granted: 2010-03-16
Abstract: The invention is based on the discovery that compounds of Formula (I), are unexpectedly highly potent and selective inhibitors of the adenosine A, receptor. Adenosine A, antagonists can be useful in the prevention and/or treatment of numerous diseases, including cardiac and circulatory disorders, degenerative disorders of the central nervous system, respiratory disorders, and many diseases for which diuretic treatment is suitable. In one embodiment, the invention features a compound of formula (I), wherein R3 is selected from particular bicycloheptyl, bicyclooctyl, tricycloheptyl and tricyclooctyl groups.
Patent CA-2393611-C (CA)
Inventor: SPIVACK ARTHUR J
IPC: H01B13/32
Filed: 2000-12-07
Granted: 2010-10-19
Abstract: L'invention concerne un système pouvant empêcher la corrosion d'une surface d'une structure métallique en contact avec un environnement corrosif. Le système comprend un revêtement semiconducteur (4) assurant un contact conducteur avec au moins une partie de la surface, et un filtre électronique (17) pour filtrer le bruit corrosif. L'invention concerne en outre un procédé de prévention de la corrosion mettant en oeuvre ledit système.
Patent CA-2396535-C (CA)
Title: System and method for stabilizing the human spine with a bone plate
Inventor: WAGNER ERIK J
IPC: A61B17/80
Filed: 2001-01-08
Granted: 2009-05-19
Abstract: A spinal plate system (20) and method for fixation of the human spine is provided. In an embodiment, the spinal fixation system (20) includes a plate (22), a coupling member (30), a locking system (116) for substantially locking the coupling member (30) in a desired position, and an anchoring system (100) to secure the coupling member in the locking system (116). The plate (22) may have a hole (24) that allows the coupling member (30) to couple to the plate (20) with a bone. At least a portion of the coupling member (30) may swivel in the hole so that a bottom end of the member may extend at a plurality of angles substantially oblique to the plate (22). The locking system (116) may lock the coupling member (30) in desired position relative to the plate (22). The anchoring system (100) may secure the coupling member (30) in the locking system (116) to inhibit the coupling system from detaching from the locking system when stressed. An assembly tool (114) may be used to engage and disengage the anchoring system (100) during the installation or removal of the spinal fixation system.
Patent CA-2397325-C (CA)
Inventor: MASTERS JAMES G
IPC: A61K8/24
Filed: 2001-01-17
Granted: 2010-03-23
Abstract: L'invention concerne une composition de dentifrice effervescent à deux composants, comprenant un premier bicarbonate de métal alcalin qui renferme un composant contenant un vanillyamide d'alkyle naturel tel que la capsaicine, et un second composant de dentifrice contenant un acide, Les premier et second composants étant séparés avant utilisation, produisent un signal de sensation amélioré lorsqu'ils sont combinés lors d'une application sur les dents.
Patent CA-2397602-C (CA)
Inventor: OBER A CLINTON
IPC: A61N1/05
Filed: 2001-03-14
Granted: 2006-02-14
Abstract: Un système personnel (10) de mise à la terre destiné à collecter et à remettre les charges électriques non naturelles provenant d'un corps humain comprend une plaque (22) de mise à la terre présentant une couche en fibres de carbone (26), ainsi qu'un conducteur (28) s'étendant sensiblement sur la couche en contact conducteur avec les fibres de carbone. Un fil de mise à la terre (32) est couplé de manière conductive à une ancre mise à la terre (34) au niveau d'une extrémité et couplé de manière conductive au conducteur de la plaque de mise à la terre au niveau d'une seconde extrémité. La plaque de mise à la terre peut être configurée pour se trouver dans une plaque de couchage, une plaque de siège ou une sangle ou bien une pièce pouvant être fixée au corps humain.
Patent CA-2397661-C (CA)
Title: 2,4-disubstituted thiazolyl derivatives
Inventor: LOVE CHRISTOPHER
IPC: A61P37/06
Filed: 2001-02-20
Granted: 2012-01-03
Abstract: This invention concerns the use of a compound of formula (I'), an (N)-oxide, pharmaceutically acceptable addition salt, quaternary amine and stereochemically isomeric form thereof, wherein Q is optionally substituted C3-6cycloalkyl, phenyl, naphthyl, pyridyl, pyrimidinyl, pyrazinyl, pyridazinyl, benzthiazolyl, benzoxazolyl, benzimidazolyl, indazolyl, or imidazopyridyl; or Q is a radical of formula (b-1, b-2, b-3), wherein X and Y each independently are O, NR3, CH2 or S, with R3 being hydrogen or C1-4alkyl; q is 1 to 4; Z is O  or NR4 with R4 being hydrogen or C1-4alkyl; r is 1 to 3; L is optionally substituted phenyl or L is Het with Het being an optionally substituted five-or six-membered heterocyclic ring or an optionally substituted bicyclic heterocyclic ring; for the manufacture of a medicament for the prevention or the treatment of diseases mediated through cytokines.