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Patent CA-2505134-A1 (CA)
Inventor: REED SONIA
IPC: G06F21/00
Filed: 2003-10-07
Abstract: A system for facilitating data access and management (100) on a smart card (104) is provided. According to one exemplary aspect of the system, a storage architecture (112) is provided in the smart card (104) which allows data stored thereon to be shared by multiple parties. Access to data stored (102) on the smart card (104) is controlled by various access methods depending on the actions to be taken with respect to the data to be accessed.
Patent CA-2508091-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RICHER ERIC
IPC: G06F9/06
Filed: 2005-05-20
Abstract: A data brokering system and method for programming is provided. The dat a brokering system comprises a process module for executing process logic, a panel module for accessing external information, and a process-panel interface for defining a standard of communication between the process module and the panel module. The panel module communicates with the process module and the external information. The method comprises the steps of executing process logic, having the proces s logic communicating with a panel module to access external information, and defini ng a standard of communication between the process logic and the panel module.</S DOAB>
Patent CA-2508896-A1 (CA)
Title: Footwear construction and related method of manufacture
Inventor: ROBBINS KENNETH J
IPC: A43B9/06
Filed: 2005-05-31
Abstract: An article of footwear including a shell that provides stability. The shell can include a heel cup and a wall extending forward of the heel cup and around the periphery of the forefoot, returning to the heel cup. The shell can also define a hole in the forefoot region. A cushion in the form of a midsole can be secured in the shell, with a portion extending at least partially through the shell hole. An upper can be secured to the shell with stitching passing through the upper and the shell wall in at least the forefoot region; and rearward of the stitching, the upper can be secured with cement and/or adhesives to the shell and/or the midsole. The footwear provides comfort and stability, for example toe-to-heel and lateral stability, especially during toe-off, i.e., the propulsion portion of a gait.
Patent CA-2510295-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ALLAN GEOFFREY
IPC: A61K31/195
Filed: 2003-12-18
Abstract: The present invention provides a method for treating elevated serum triglycerides or hypertension via administering to a human subject with elevated serum triglycerides or hypertension an effective amount of pharmaceutical composition comprising a 5-lipoxygenase inhibitor, in an effective amount which is sufficient to reduce elevated serum triglycerides or hypertension, wherein the 5-lipoxygenase inhibitor is not NDGA or curcumin.
Patent CA-2512063-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FEIMER JOSEPH L
IPC: C10G31/00
Filed: 2005-07-12
Abstract: A process for reducing the level of elemental sulfur and organic sulfur pick-up by refined hydrocarbon streams such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel, kerosene or fuel additives such as ethers or iso-octane that are transported through a pipeline used to transport various sulfur-containing petroleum streams. The oxygen level in the hydrocarbon stream of interest to be pipelined as well as in at least the first hydrocarbon stream sequenced immediately ahead of the hydrocarbon stream of interest is reduced.
Patent CA-2514976-A1 (CA)
Title: A support device for containers in extracorporeal blood treatment machines
Inventor: MEZIERE CYRIL
IPC: A61M1/16
Filed: 2004-01-14
Abstract: The support device for bags, applicable in machines for extracorporeal blood treatment or in machines for renal failure treatment, comprises a base body (2) and a support element (3) associated to the base body (2) in such a way as to be displaceable with respect to the base body between at least one operative loading position and an operative work position. In particular the support element (3) is telescopically engaged to the base body (2) and is slidable along a predetermined movement direction (4). The special configuration of the support device enables an easy loading of the machine and a subsequent optimal control of the machine stability.
Patent CA-2515305-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCDEVITT JOHN T
IPC: B01L3/00
Filed: 2004-02-09
Abstract: The development of miniaturized chromatographic systems localized within individual polymer microspheres and their incorporation into a bead-based cross-reactive sensor array platform is described herein. The integrated chromatographic and detection concept is based on the creation of distinct functional layers within the microspheres. In this first example of the new methodology, complexing ligands have been selectively immobilized to create "separation" layers harboring an affinity for various analytes. Information concerning the identities and concentrations of analytes may be drawn from the temporal properties of the beads' optical responses. Varying the nature of the ligand in the separation shell yields a collection of cross-reactive sensing elements well suited for use in array-based micro-total-analysis systems.
Patent CA-2516122-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LITTRUP PETER
IPC: A61B18/18
Filed: 2004-01-15
Abstract: A cryotherapy system (150) is provided with multiple cryoprobes (100), each of which has a shaft with a closed distal end adapted for insertion into a body and conduits for flowing a cryogenic fluid through the shaft to reduce a temperature of the distal end. A source is provided for the cryogenic fluid (154), and flow-control metering valves (158) are provided in fluid communication with the conduits and source of the cryogenic fluid. A  compressor is provided in fluid communication with the conduits of the cryoprobes to define a self-contained fluid system. The flow-control metering valves and the compressor are controlled by a computer processor to provide the desired flows of the cryogenic fluid through the conduits of the self-contained fluid system.
Patent CA-2521765-A1 (CA)
Title: Combined liquid collector and mixer for mass transfer column
Inventor: SOMMERFELDT RANDY
IPC: B01D3/20
Filed: 2004-04-07
Abstract: A collector (20) is used to collect and mix liquid from an overlying zone in a mass transfer column in which fluid streams are processed, such as to obtain fractionation products. The collector (20) has two or more liquid collection regions (38, 40, 42) and two or more sumps (28, 30, 32) positioned about the perimeter of the liquid collection regions. A plurality of channels and deflectors are spaced apart within each liquid collection region (38, 40, 42) and vapor passages are formed in the spacings between adjacent channels. The deflectors direct descending liquid into the channels and shield the vapor passages from the descending liquid. The channels within each liquid collection region (38, 40, 42) are arranged into interspersed sets, with one set of channels preferentially directing collected liquid into one sump and another set of channels preferentially directing collected liquid into another sump. Preferably, roughly equal amounts of liquid from each liquid collection region are deliver to the two sumps so that liquid in the sumps is of a more uniform concentration and composition. One or more of the sumps (28, 30, 32) includes a downcomer (34, 36) for directing the liquid from the sump (28, 30, 32) to an underlying zone. By mixing the liquid within the collector (20), the use of a separate mixing device can be avoided. As a result, vertical space in the column that would normally be occupied by the mixing device can be filled with packing or other internals to increase the efficiency of the column.
Patent CA-2522584-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GAGE GARY W
IPC: B01D3/32
Filed: 2004-04-22
Abstract: A mass transfer column (10) is provided with at least one vapor-liquid contact tray (12) that is disposed within the open internal region (14) defined by a shell (16) of the column (10). At least one expansion ring (26) underlies and supports the vapor-liquid contact tray (12). An expander (38) is associated with first and second end segments (32, 34) of the expansion ring (26) that define a cutout (36) in the expansion ring (26). The expander (38) includes brackets (48) welded to the end segments (32, 34) and a threaded member (50) that extends through the brackets (48) and carries nuts (54). Turning the nuts (54) against facing surfaces of the brackets (48) causes the first and second end segments (32, 34) of the expansion ring (26) to be forced apart to cause an increase in the circumference of the expansion ring (26), thereby sealing the expansion ring (26) against the inner surface of the column shell. At least one seal plate (58) is positioned on the threaded member (50) to block the cutout (36) in the expansion ring (26). Rods (27) extend between the expansion ring (26) and a support ring (24) that is welded to the column shell (16) to transfer a portion of the load carried by the expansion ring (26) to the support ring (24).
Patent CA-2523148-A1 (CA)
Title: Digital reproduction of variable density film soundtracks
Inventor: VALENZUELA JAIME ARTURO
IPC: G11B27/034
Filed: 2004-02-26
Abstract: Restoration of audio information embodied on a soundtrack (25) of a motion picture film (20) advantageously occurs by scanning the film with a beam of light to capture the image in the form of a digital signal via an imager (100). The digital signal undergoes storage in a storage mechanism (300) and subsequent processing via controller (400). The controller (400) applies one or more statistical processing algorithms to eliminate deficiencies and to enhance the quality of the audio embodied in the soundtrack.
Patent CA-2523262-A1 (CA)
Title: Artificial valve prosthesis with improved flow dynamics
Inventor: SCHAEFFER DARIN G
IPC: A61F2/00
Filed: 2004-04-21
Abstract: An expandable venous valve having a support structure (11) that configured to enlarge the area adjacent to the valve structure (12) such that the flow patterns of retrograde flow are modified in a way that facilitates the flushing of the pockets at the base of the valve area to prevent stagnation of bodily fluid, which in the venous system, can lead to thrombus formation. The enlarged pocket areas can be created by forming an artificial sinus (34) adjacent the valve structure in an unsupported section of vessel wall between two support frame section or the support frame can comprise an expanded-diameter intermediate or proximal section that forms an artificial sinus adjacent the valve structure. In another group of embodiments, the attachment pathway between opposing leaflets and the support frame and/or vessel wall comprises a proximal portion that places the leaflets in extended contact with one another and a distal portion forms a large angle with respect to the adjacent walls such that a large pocket is created at the base of the leaflets. In one embodiment, the attachment pathway extends distally along a pair of substantially parallel longitudinal attachment struts to create an extended leaflet contact area, then angles circumferentially and distally from the former along distal attachment struts to define the bottom edge of the leaflets.
Patent CA-2528315-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for the purification of gabapentin
Inventor: COTARCA LIVIUS
IPC: C07C227/00
Filed: 2004-06-17
Abstract: A process for the preparation of gabapentin which comprises the passage of a gabapentin inorganic salt through a strong cationic ionic exchange resin, the elution of gabapentin fixed on the column, the concentration of the resultant solution and the cristallization from organic solvent, characterized in that the elution of gabapentin fixed on the column is carried out by using an ammonia and alkaline hydroxide aqueous solution, is described.
Patent CA-2530599-A1 (CA)
Inventor: STERN CORINNE J
IPC: A61N1/36
Filed: 2004-06-28
Abstract: Apparatus and systems for applying electrical stimulation to a site on a patient. In one embodiment, an implantable electrode assembly includes an electrode array carried by a flexible support member. The electrode array can include a first plurality of electrodes spaced apart from a second plurality of electrodes. The first plurality of electrodes can be connected to a first lead line, and the second plurality of electrodes can be similarly connected to a second lead line. The first and second lead lines can be housed in a cable extending away from the support member.
Patent CA-2532092-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HUANG HOMG TSANN
IPC: E06B9/02
Filed: 2006-01-05
Abstract: An electric blind includes a frame, a plurality of horizontal slat units, and a stepping motor. The frame has two side vertical rods pivotally connected with the slat units, and a linking rod is fixed with a lengthwise side of all the slat units, possible to force the slat units synchronously swing for an angle. The stepping motor unit is composed of a stepping motor and a controller.  The stepping motor is positioned in a cavity of one of the two side vertical rods, connected with a slat of the salt units. Further the controller controls the rotating angle of the motor, and the stepping motor can rotate idle in case the motor should meet an exterior force (for example, in case of the slat units already swung to the largest angle), or the slat units are manually moved any time. Thus the electric blind may not easily be broken or damaged.
Patent CA-2532695-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LEMIEUX JEAN-PHILIPPE
IPC: B65G1/02
Filed: 2006-01-12
Abstract: A tire/wheel storage structure comprising a base frame for supporting tires, a pair of lateral frames moveably mounted to the base frame, and longitudinal support members removably mountable to the pair of lateral frames for providing shelf-supports. When the longitudinal support members are removed from said lateral frames, the lateral frames are moveable between a substantially upstanding position and a foldable about their respective said one end. A storage system comprising a plurality of stackable tire/wheel storage structures.
Patent CA-2536813-A1 (CA)
Title: Vertically adjustable hinge
Inventor: ERICKSON GARY M
IPC: E05D7/04
Filed: 2006-02-16
Abstract: A vertically adjustable hinge is disclosed. The hinge comprises a housing for attachment to a first structure. The housing has a housing cavity and an opening into the cavity. The cavity has an upper portion, a lower portion and a retaining portion forming a channel defining the upper portion and the lower portion.  The hinge further includes a first leaf extending through the cavity opening and into the cavity upper portion, threaded nut rotationally fixed to the first leaf, and an adjustment mechanism disposed in the housing cavity. The adjustment mechanism comprises a jack screw extending between the upper cavity portion and the lower cavity portion. The jack screw has a threaded portion threadably engaging the nut in the upper cavity portion and a geared portion disposed in the cavity lower portion. The hinge further includes a worm gear engaging the jack screw geared portion, wherein rotation of the worm gear rotates the jack screw threaded portion in the nut, thereby moving the first leaf relative to the housing.
Patent CA-2539828-A1 (CA)
Title: Liquid fuel lamps
Inventor: TU DAVID HENG-WEI
IPC: F21V15/01
Filed: 2006-03-15
Abstract: A liquid fuel lamp is provided with a wick carrying composite safety cap which is mountable to and removable from the liquid fuel container only by simultaneous pressing and turning actions. The safety cap has a spring biassed latch and a wick guard surrounding in a spaced manner around the upper end portion of the wick.
Patent CA-2542408-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BRANDENBURGER TORSTEN
IPC: A61J1/00
Filed: 2004-10-15
Abstract: The invention relates to a connector for medical liquid-containing packages, in particular to infusion or transfusion bags comprising a connection element (1) provided with a channel-shaped opening (1c) in which a self-sealing membrane (8) is arranged. A breakable part (17) which is connected to the connection piece closes the channel-shaped opening. Above the membrane (8), said connection element is embodied in the form a connection piece (13) comprising an internal cone (14) and external thread (15), the membrane (8) being sealed for receiving a syringe cone shaft. The inventive connector makes it possible to inject an active substance by means of a conventional Luer lock syringe devoid of an injection cannula (needle).
Patent CA-2542957-A1 (CA)
Title: Polymeres perfluores liquides et applications medicales utilisant ceux-ci
Inventor: DESIMONE JOSEPH M
IPC: A61F2/06
Filed: 2004-12-23
Abstract: L'invention concerne des matières liquides durcissables à base de polyéther perfluoré, destinées à être utilisées comme revêtements, agents d'étanchéité, charges flexibles et comme pièces structurales dans diverses applications médicales, en particulier dans des application utilisant habituellement de la silicone. Ces matières à base de polyéther perfluoré sont perméables à l'oxygène et imperméables aux bactéries et peuvent contenir un ou plusieurs agents pharmacologiques noyés dans la matière à base de polyéther perfluoré, le produit obtenu étant destiné à être administré à un sujet.
Patent CA-2544734-A1 (CA)
Title: Fluid composition for increased total water intake
Inventor: YU SHINGUANG
IPC: A23K1/165
Filed: 2004-11-03
Abstract: A highly palatable fluid composition for oral consumption is provided which contains liver digest and results in increased total water intake and urine production and decreased urinary specific gravity in companion animals.  Methods of using these compositions for providing increased total water intake in companion animals are also provided.
Patent CA-2546393-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MONTGOMERY PHIL
IPC: F24C7/08
Filed: 2006-05-12
Abstract: An apparatus that alerts users of an electric stove that the stove's heating elements are on, comprising a means of determining when voltage is being used by the stove's heating elements and, when voltage is being used by the stove's heating elements, a means of measuring intervals of time. Following each interval of time, the apparatus alerts the stove's users with an audible sound.
Patent CA-2547028-A1 (CA)
Title: Realisation, par expansion plastique, d'un assemblage de deux joints tubulaires filetes etanches avec une sous-epaisseur de matiere locale et initiale
Inventor: DUQUESNE BENOIT
IPC: F16L15/04
Filed: 2004-11-23
Abstract: Un assemblage comprend deux joints tubulaires filetés expansibles, disposés symétrique~ment et comprenant chacun, i) un élément tubulaire mâle (EM 1, EM2), placé à une extrémité d'un tube (T1, T2) et muni d'un filetage mâle (FM), d'une première lèvre annulaire (L1), ayant une première surface de but ée axiale (SB 1), une première surface interne (SI1) et une première surface externe (SE 1), et d'une deuxième surface de butée (SB2), et ii) un élément tubulaire femelle (EF1, EF2) muni d'un filetage femelle (FF), d'une seconde lèvre annulaire (L2), ayant une troisième surface de butée (SB3), une second e surface externe (SE2), et une seconde surface interne (S12), et des troisièm e surface interne (S13) et quatrième surface de butée axiale (SB4) définissant avec la seconde surface externe (SE2) un logement annulaire (LO) homologue d e la première lèvre (L1) correspondante. Les deux éléments tubulaires femelle (EF1, EF2) constituent deux extrémités opposées d'un manchon (M) de type femelle/femelle, séparées par une partie centrale (PCM) initialement munie d'une zone annulaire (G2) présentant une sous-épaisseur initiale choisie de sorte que l'épaisseur du manchon (M) au niveau de cette zone (G2) soit supérieure ou égale au produit de la section d'une partie courante des tubes , aux extrémités desquels sont formés les éléments tubulaires mâles, par l'efficacité du joint. Les éléments tubulaires mâles et femelles sont agencé s de sorte que chaque deuxième surface de butée (SB2) s'appuie contre la troisième surface de butée (SB3) correspondante après vissage et avant expansion diamétrale dans le domaine de la déformation plastique à l'aide d' un outil d'expansion à déplacement axial.
Patent CA-2547382-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GONDA IGOR
IPC: A61M37/00
Filed: 2004-11-26
Abstract: Invention relates to a method for transdermal delivery of a topically applied physiologically active agent comprising: providing a micro-projection apparatus comprising an array of microprojections (3) extending from a substrate; applying the array of micro-projections to an area of skin to form an array of microscopic holes therein; and contacting the area of skin with a transdermal composition comprising a physiologically active agent and at least one penetration enhancer wherein the formation of the microscopic holes and penetration enhancer facilitate transdermal delivery of the physiologically active agent.
Patent CA-2551737-A1 (CA)
Title: Helix 12 directed steroidal pharmaceutical products
Inventor: BRETON ROCK
IPC: A61K31/56
Filed: 2005-01-06
Abstract: Compounds having the structure or their salts: are used to treat or reduce le likelihood of acquiring androgen-dependent diseases, such as prostate cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia, polycystic ovarian syndrome, acne, hirsutism, seborrhea, androgenic alopecia and male baldness. They can be formulated together with pharmaceutically acceptable diluent or carrier or otherwise made into any pharmaceutical dosage form. Some of these compounds having tissue-specific antiandrogenic activity and tissue-specific androgenic activity can be used to treat or reduce the risk of developing diseases related to loss of androgenic stimulation. Combinations with other active pharmaceutical agents are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2552828-A1 (CA)
Title: Down hole fluid heating apparatus and method
Inventor: HAY RICHARD T
IPC: E21B21/01
Filed: 2005-01-07
Abstract: An apparatus for providing heat energy to a fluid, including a housing adapted for connection into a working string and for inserting into a borehole, a flow path for the fluid extending within the housing, a pressure drop device positioned within the flow path, and an actuator for actuating the apparatus between a minimum pressure drop position and a maximum pressure drop position.  A method for providing heat energy to a fluid, including the steps of providing an apparatus in a borehole, actuating the apparatus to a maximum pressure drop position, and circulating the fluid through a pressure drop device which is positioned within a flow path in the apparatus.
Patent CA-2553263-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCHUGH GEORGE J
IPC: F16K11/10
Filed: 2006-07-21
Abstract: An enclosed valve module for a fluid-distribution system comprises a first main passageway for a fluid, a plurality of first branch passageways for the fluid, and a first plurality of valves with each of the valves selectively providing communication between the first main passageway and an associated one of the plurality of first branch passageways with a housing provided about the first plurality of valves, with the housing having an opening providing access to the first plurality of valves and with the opening being selectively closed by a member arranged to releasably and sealingly engage the housing about the opening with the first main passageway and each of the plurality of first branch passageways extending from inside of the housing to outside of the housing with the housing providing a substantially air-tight enclosure for the plurality of valves when the member sealingly engages the housing about said opening.
Patent CA-2553963-A1 (CA)
Title: Control device for a surgical laser
Inventor: OBERHEIDE UWE
IPC: A61F9/008
Filed: 2005-01-20
Abstract: The invention relates to, preferably surgical lasers and control devices thereof, in addition to methods for treating a transparent material, in particular an eye lens and/or horny skin, and in particular for the treatment of presbyopia.