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Patent CA-2537491-A1 (CA)
Title: Handheld electronic device and keypad providing enhanced usability and reduced size, and associated method
Inventor: FYKE STEVEN HENRY
IPC: H01H13/76
Filed: 2006-02-22
Abstract: An improved handheld electronic device, keypad, and method in accordance with the invention meet these and other needs. An improved handheld electronic device having an improved keypad provides enhanced usability and reduced size by organizing its keys in pairs, with a pair of keys being disposed on a support. Each key of a pair of keys is individually actuatable. An actuation of a key causes a primary conductor associated with the key set to electrically to connect a pair of contacts and to cause a secondary conductor associated with the key to electrically connect another pair of contacts. The primary conductor is a collapsible dome or a tactile switch that can electrically connect the pair of contacts and that can provide a particular tactile feedback to the user. The secondary conductor is a conductor other than a collapsible dome or a tactile switch. An actuation of any key or of any pair of keys thus provides to the user a consistent tactile feedback, i.e., from a collapse of a single dome. An improved method in accordance with the invention is also disclosed.
Patent CA-2538290-A1 (CA)
Title: Embolic coil with twisted wire
Inventor: FARNAN ROBERT C
IPC: A61B17/00
Filed: 2006-03-01
Abstract: An embolic element may be manufactured by twisting a length of wire about a longitudinal axis thereof, the wire having at least one flat portion along its length, to cause the flat portion to form a generally helical shape. The length of wire is then optionally wound onto a mandrel by bending of the wire to form a three-dimensional shape.
Patent CA-2538343-A1 (CA)
Title: Firing agent for gas generating device
Inventor: SERIZAWA KAZUYA
IPC: B60R21/26
Filed: 2005-06-17
Abstract: A firing agent which is used in a gas generating device of an occupant crash protector together with a non-azide type gas generating agent, for setting fire onto the non-azide type gas generating agent, wherein it comprises a fu el and an oxidizing agent and burns at a combustion speed higher than that of t he above non-azide type gas generating agent; a method for using the above firi ng agent; and a gas generating device of an occupant crash protector using the firing agent.
Patent CA-2539951-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DAVID NICHOLAS F
IPC: B65D5/20
Filed: 2006-03-16
Abstract: A chilled food product comprising a generally flat holder, a foldable food supported on the holder which food comprises a generally flat dough-based material supporting at least one edible filling topping, and a removal wrap containing the holder and the food. The holder comprises a base, first and second sides adjacent the base, and a pair of lines of weakness between the base and the first and second sides, respectively, wherein the lines of weakness facilitate folding of the sides of the holder and the foldable food into a folded food product after cooking the unwrapped chilled product. The cooked folded food can be handheld in a comfortable manner via the holder.  The holder also can incorporate means to aid increasing the exposure or repositioning of the cooked folded food while contained in the holder for eating convenience.  Holders having flaps or slots to improve access to hold foods also are provided. A  method of serving packaged chilled food products incorporating the holder also is provided.
Patent CA-2540332-A1 (CA)
Title: Semi-automated measurement of anatomical structures using statistical and morphological priors
Inventor: ASHTON EDWARD
IPC: A61B5/055
Filed: 2004-09-23
Abstract: Structures are delineated in medical or other images. First, various tissue types present in the image are statistically described using a maximum likelihood classifier. Second, the tissue of interest is described using an exemplar, which is derived either from an anatomical atlas or from user input.  Third, the structure of interest is morphologically described. The process can be iterated until a desired level of accuracy is achieved.
Patent CA-2540353-A1 (CA)
Title: Titania supports for fisher-tropsch catalysts
Inventor: DOGTEROM RONALD JAN
IPC: C01G45/00
Filed: 2004-09-30
Abstract: Shaped catalyst carrier containing titania, wherein at least 50 wt% of the titania is present as brookite, and wherein the carrier comprises between 40 and 100 wt% of crystalline titania based on the total weight of the carrier.  Catalyst or catalyst precursors comprising the shaped catalyst carriers as described above, and further comprising a Group VIII metal or metal compound, especially for use in the synthesis of hydrocarbons from carbon monoxide and hydrogen.
Patent CA-2541714-A1 (CA)
Title: Systems and methods for providing a player's ticket and player's ticket features
Inventor: GHOSH SHARAD A
IPC: G06Q10/02
Filed: 2006-04-04
Abstract: Ticketing systems and methods are provided specifically relating to a player's ticket and a player's ticket option. A player's ticket references at least one player and allows the player's ticket holder to attend all sporting events played in by the at least one player referenced on the player's ticket.    A player's ticket option references at least one player and allows the player's ticket option holder to exercise the option to obtain a player's ticket that allows attending all sporting events played in by the at least one player referenced on the player's ticket option. Information about a tournament, including the players, the tournament draw, and historical data, is acquired and used to determine the probabilities of players winning matches in the tournament. Different possible allocations of admissions (e.g., seats) for player's tickets to matches of the tournament are determined based on the tournament draw and how many player's tickets are provided for the matches. One of the allocations of seats of the possible allocations is chosen based on the probabilities of players winning matches in the tournament which aids in determining the likelihood of accommodating all player's ticket holders for each match.
Patent CA-2542338-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BERGENDAHL MARC
IPC: G01M11/02
Filed: 2004-10-13
Abstract: An optical device inspection system and method employing a narrow aperture on a magnifying objective lens in order to reduce the circle of confusion and increase the depth of field. The smaller aperture resulting in an increase in depth of field allows for simultaneous focus for all portions of objects being inspected. An arc lamp with an elliptical reflector in combination with a condenser lens focuses a more intense beam of light through the objective lens, thereby providing sufficient brightness without sacrificing any depth of field.
Patent CA-2542593-A1 (CA)
Title: Filamentous haemagglutinin in the treatment and/or prophylaxis of immune-mediated disorders
Inventor: MILLS KINGSTON HENRY GORDON
IPC: A61K38/095
Filed: 2004-10-14
Abstract: Filamentous haemagglutinin (FHA) or a derivative or mutant or fragment or variant or peptide thereof is useful in the prophylaxis and/or treatment of an immune-mediated disorder and/or an autoimmune disease. The FHA may include self or foreign antigens or peptides thereof.
Patent CA-2542690-A1 (CA)
Title: Cerf volant
Inventor: FREDERIK MARIO
IPC: B64C31/06
Filed: 2006-03-31
Abstract: La présente invention se rappporte au cerf volant. Le dit cerf volant est constitué, d'une part, de plusieurs tiges qui s'entrecroisent en rayons pour former un plan, et, d'autre part d'une fine membrane de papier ou de cellophane ou toutre matériel similaire qui recouvre le plan. Il est en plus pourvu d'une queue constituée d'une ou de plusieurs bandes de tissus ou de papier ou de tout autre matériel similaires. Dans la présente invention, une des tiges part du centre de la structure et forme comme un T avec une deuxième tige. Ces deux tiges additionnelles sont placées de telle façon qu'elles facilitent l'élévation du cerf volant dans les airs lorsqu'il est tiré par u n fil.
Patent CA-2546451-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VAN DER KLEIJ WILHELMUS A H
IPC: C12N9/64
Filed: 2004-11-19
Abstract: The present invention provides novel serine proteases, novel genetic material encoding these enzymes, and proteolytic proteins obtained from Micrococcineae spp., including but not limited to Cellulomonas spp. and variant proteins developed therefrom. In particular, the present invention provides protease compositions obtained from a Cellulomonas spp, DNA encoding the protease, vectors comprising the DNA encoding the protease, host cells transformed with the vector DNA, and an enzyme produced by the host cells. The present invention also provides cleaning compositions (e.g., detergent compositions), animal feed compositions, and textile and leather processing compositions comprising protease(s) obtained from a Micrococcineae spp., including but not limited to Cellulomonas spp. In alternative embodiments, the present invention provides mutant (i.e., variant) proteases derived from the wild-type proteases described herein. These mutant proteases also find use in numerous applications.
Patent CA-2546747-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FRANCIS-LANG HELEN
IPC: C12N15/113
Filed: 2004-11-23
Abstract: Human TTBK genes are identified as modulators of the beta catenin pathway, and thus are therapeutic targets for disorders associated with defective beta catenin function. Methods for identifying modulators of beta catenin, comprising screening for agents that modulate the activity of TTBK are provided.
Patent CA-2547097-A1 (CA)
Title: Fuser member comprising deflocculated material
Inventor: LONGHENRY JOY L
IPC: G03G9/00
Filed: 2006-05-16
Abstract: A fuser component useful in electrostatographic machines is provided, having a substrate, and thereover a coating composition comprising a haloelastomer, such as, for example, a fluoroelastomer, and a deflocculating agent. A fuser component comprising a deflocculating agent exhibits improved properties including, but not limited to, increased gloss and a smoother coating surface with a relatively high adhesive strength. The use of a deflocculating agent also reduces or eliminates the barium sulfate defect.
Patent CA-2548150-A1 (CA)
Title: Polynucleotides for reducing respiratory syncytial virus gene expression
Inventor: ZHANG WEIDONG
IPC: C07H21/02
Filed: 2004-12-06
Abstract: This invention pertains to polynucleotides, such as small interfering RNA  (siRNA), useful for reducing the expression of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) genes within a subject; and methods for treating a patient suffering from, or at risk of developing, an RSV infection by administering such polynucleotides to the subject.
Patent CA-2549789-A1 (CA)
Title: Medical face mask
Inventor: WONG NANCY
IPC: A41D13/11
Filed: 2006-05-17
Abstract: A medical face mask includes a body adapted to fit contours of a human face. The body has opposed sides. A tie strap receiving channel is positioned along each of the opposed sides of the body. A single tie strap extends through both of the tie strap receiving channels. The tie strap is freely movable along each tie strap receiving channel.
Patent CA-2550051-A1 (CA)
Title: A system and method for hosting a multi-tier application using a direction module
Inventor: SCHNEIDER KEN
IPC: A47G9/02
Filed: 2004-12-17
Abstract: A multi-tier application for interaction with a user interface, such as a browser on a PC or PDA. The application comprises a presentation tier (such as a web server with a JSP/servlet engine) and a business logic tier (such as an application-server) to manipulate data for subsequent presentation on the user interface. A direction module has a plurality of coupled directions, including a function direction to direct a corresponding functional component to perform a data processing function using the business logic tier and provide a data processing output, and a presentation direction to direct a corresponding presentation component to incorporate the data processing output, when applicable, into a presentation template to produce a presentation element for the user interface. The function component and presentation component are independent and separate from each other, the connection being the function component produces the data and the presentation component consumes the output data. The presentation component is an abstract representation of a general kind of presentation element, each specific presentation element having its layout and format (such as markup language) stored in a different presentation template, and the reference to a specific presentation template for the presentation component can be determined at processing time in the presentation tier.
Patent CA-2555185-A1 (CA)
Title: Anti-cd38 human antibodies and uses therefor
Inventor: TESAR MICHAEL
IPC: C07K16/28
Filed: 2005-02-07
Abstract: The present invention provides recombinant antigen-binding regions and antibodies and functional fragments containing such antigen-binding regions that are specific for CD38, which plays an integral role in various disorders or conditions. These antibodies, accordingly, can be used to treat, for example, hematological malignancies such as multiple myeloma. Antibodies of the invention also can be used in the diagnostics field, as well as for investigating the role of CD38 in the progression of disorders associated with malignancies. The invention also provides nucleic acid sequences encoding the foregoing antibodies, vectors containing the same, pharmaceutical compositions and kits with instructions for use. The invention also provides isolated novel epitopes of CD38 and methods of use therefore.
Patent CA-2555302-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and system of providing personal and business information
Inventor: LUGG CHRISTOPHER EDWARD
IPC: H04M1/64
Filed: 2005-02-09
Abstract: A multi-modal system providing for a single point of contact that can allow users to manage their personal contact information and contact lists, and connect to other users and businesses in a personalized, efficient, location-sensitive and organized manner. By accessing the system using any type of telephony-based device, a user can manage all of their personal and business contacts as well as perform generalized searches in public databases, such as white page and/or yellow page listings, or more personalized searches through databases of their business or personal contacts. A user may also, during a generalized search, go to a personalized search, and vice-versa. The system may also provide users with the opportunity to select certain businesses from their contact lists and allow these businesses to provide them with personalized data, either on demand or based on user-controlled permissions or areas of interest through various technologies including presence technologies.
Patent CA-2556482-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for producing pitches from coal, tars and distillates thereof by oxidative thermal treatment
Inventor: GONZALEZ CIMAS MANUEL JOSE
IPC: C10C1/16
Filed: 2005-02-17
Abstract: The invention relates to the production of brea from distillates arising from high temperature coal tar having a distillation range of more than 260 ~C, by means of sequential and combined application of three stages in mild pressure and temperature conditions (<400~ C, <10 bar g): oxidative thermal treatment used as a reagent for air or oxygen, mixtures thereof, or air which is low in oxygen; thermal treatment in an inert atmosphere and fractionated distillation. It is possible to obtain brea exhibiting environmental advantages and advantages in term of occupational health, which can be used as coal precursors.
Patent CA-2557834-A1 (CA)
Title: Skin treatment method with lactobacillus extract
Inventor: SULLIVAN MICHAEL
IPC: A61K35/747
Filed: 2005-03-02
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of stimulating beta-defensins in skin cells which comprises applying to the skin cells an effective amount of a Lactobacillus extract or active fraction thereof.
Patent CA-2558716-A1 (CA)
Title: Sous-patte de meuble combinaison plastique-feutre injecte
Inventor: BROUARD MARCEL
IPC: A47B91/06
Filed: 2006-09-11
Abstract: Un sous-patte de meuble comprend une semelle de feutre fusionnée à une pièce de plastique. Le feutre protège la surface des planchers des égratignures et réduit le bruit causé par ces mouvements. La pièce de plastique est moulée et elle comprend un plateau et une pièce de jonction qui elle s'adapte soit de façon directe ou à angle sur ou dans une patte du meuble; elle n'a pas à être collée ou vissée à celle-ci. Le feutre comprend une épaisseur de résine de 1 à 3 mm et c'est cette partie résinée qui est fusionnée à la pièce de plastique pour devenir indissociable. Le feutre et le plastique sont tous deux chauffés avant d'être fortement pressés l'un contre l'autre. Ainsi, le sous-patte résistera aux mouvements de cisaillement qui entraîneraient le glissement de la surface supérieure du feutre sur la surface inférieure de la partie moulée du plastique si le feutre n'était que collé à la pièce de plastique.
Patent CA-2558940-A1 (CA)
Inventor: COURTIN OLIVIER
IPC: A61Q19/06
Filed: 2005-03-08
Abstract: Cosmetic slimming composition (A) containing as active ingredient at least one inhibitor (I) of metalloprotease 2 and/or 9, is new. ACTIVITY : Anorectic. MECHANISM OF ACTION : Matrix metalloprotease (2) inhibitor; Matrix metalloprotease (9) inhibitor. Matrix metalloprotease (MMP) 2 and 9, present in the supernatant of a 5 day culture of preadipocytes, were separated on an electrophoretic gel; renatured then incubated for 16 hours at 37 [deg]C in pH 8.5 buffer containing either no extract of Baccharis genistelloides or 0.5 % of such an extract. The gels were then stained with Coomassie Blue and gelatinase activity visualized by the regions of lysis in the gel. In presence of the extract, MMP9 activity was reduced to 70 % of the control value and activity of MMP2 was reduced to 77 %.
Patent CA-2559333-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DALTON JAMES T
IPC: A61K31/426
Filed: 2005-02-11
Abstract: Analogs exhibiting inhibition of cell proliferation are provided. Methods of making the analogs are also included. The analogs can be used to treat cancerous conditions such as prostate, breast, and ovarian cancer.
Patent CA-2559370-A1 (CA)
Title: Multipurpose and evolutive road trailer
Inventor: DUVAL BERNARD
IPC: B62D21/20
Filed: 2004-05-21
Abstract: The box has a rectangular frame (2) consisting of two parallel side rails whose adjacent ends are connected to a front crossbar and rear crossbar, respectively by angle pieces. The pieces have a transversal orifice perpendicular to a plane of two arms nested respectively into the ends. Four tubular pillars (4a-4d) are provided, where each pillar has a flange nested into the orifice and intermediate crossbars. An independent claim is also included for an assembly for fabricating an equipment transporting casing box.
Patent CA-2560813-A1 (CA)
Title: Separator system and method of separating materials
Inventor: WIECHMANN STEVE C
IPC: B07B1/28
Filed: 2006-09-25
Abstract: A separator system may include a first trough having an inlet end, a downstream, outlet end and a trough floor, a first screen section supported in the trough spaced from the trough floor, the first screen section having a first end and a second downstream end, a material-retaining surface disposed at the downstream end of the first screen section, the material-retaining surface disposed at an angle relative to the first screen section to limit the movement of material across the first screen section, and a vibratory generator coupled to the trough. The separator system may alternatively or in addition include a gate disposed at the end of the screen section, the gate having a first position and a second position.
Patent CA-2562589-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BROWN GRANT P
IPC: F16B23/00
Filed: 2006-10-05
Abstract: A ratchet mounting fastener includes a rigid body having a socket drive receiving cavity formed in a first end for receiving a male socket drive shaft into snug mating engagement and releasable locking means to releasably lock the fastener onto the drive shaft, and having a threaded portion on an opposite second end for threaded mating engagement of the threaded portion with a threaded second fastener, and wherein the cavity and the threaded portion are oppositely disposed for mounting of the drive shaft to the cavity and mounting of the second fastener to the threaded portion from opposed facing opposite directions.
Patent CA-2562687-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for determining the proximity of a tms coil to a subject's head
Inventor: RIEHL MARK EDWARD
IPC: A61B17/52
Filed: 2005-04-15
Abstract: A proximity sensor for a transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) system detects the proximity of a TMS coil assembly to a position at which the coil is to receive pulses during TMS treatment and provides feedback to the operator so that the operator may adjust the TMS coil assembly as necessary to maintain optimal positioning during treatment. A flexible substrate containing a sensor or sensor array is disposed between the TMS coil assembly and the position such that the coupling of the TMS coil assembly to the position may be detected by the sensor(s). Sensor outputs are processed by signal processing circuitry to provide an indication of whether the TMS coil assembly is properly disposed with respect to the position during TMS treatment. A  display may be used to provide an indication of how to adjust the TMS coil assembly to improve the positioning of the TMS coil assembly. On the other hand, a sound generator may be used to generate a sound that indicates to an operator whether the TMS coil assembly is properly positioned at the position.  Many different types of sensor devices may be used to detect proximity, including membrane switches, variable resistance sensors, resistive strips, touch screens, pickup loops, fluid displacement sensors, optical sensors, acoustic sensors, inductive coupling sensors, capacitive coupling sensors, temperature sensors, and the like.
Patent CA-2563452-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BOSIK ANTHONY
IPC: F41J13/02
Filed: 2006-10-12
Abstract: A target suitable for target practice or receiving warning shots which includes a bullet stopping plate with a bullet trapping panel. The plate includes a side wall designed to confine bullets fired at an angle. The bullet trapping panel includes a cut-out region with bevelled edges for receiving a replaceable section in the high impact area of the target.
Patent CA-2564769-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SLADE DAVID EWELL
IPC: C12N7/02
Filed: 2005-04-05
Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions related to the generation of host cells permissive for virus growth, particularly Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) virus.
Patent CA-2571949-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HAZLEWOOD ANNA R
IPC: C07D209/14
Filed: 2005-06-24
Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for making (see formula I and II), which are intermediates that may be used in the preparation of modulators of ATP-Binding Cassette ("ABC") transporters or fragments thereof, including Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator. G4 and G5 are as defined in the specification. The invention also relates to (see formula III).
Patent CA-2572377-A1 (CA)
Title: Led bulb
Inventor: CHEN CHI GON
IPC: F21K9/238
Filed: 2006-12-28
Abstract: An LED bulb includes a hollow enclosure and a lower cover assembly. The lower cover assembly includes a circuit which permits the connecting pins to be inserted into a two hole socket in either direction. The LEDs are mounted to expose their leads to ambient air to assist in cooling. The hollow enclosure includes reflective surfaces therein and a top reflector which also may include a reflecting surface therein.
Patent CA-2575201-A1 (CA)
Title: Thermoplastic vulcanizates and process to prepare them
Inventor: JAMES SUSAN GRACE
IPC: C08J3/20
Filed: 2004-07-30
Abstract: Highly oil-filled ethylene/alpha-olefin/diene (EAODM) polymers in a free flowing powder or pellet form, processes for preparing these polymers, and the use of these polymers to prepare thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPV) are provided. Thermoplastic vulcanizate premixes can be prepared with the EAODM  polymers and thermoplastic polymers, the premixes being easily converted into TPVs.