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Patent CA-2554392-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KOPERWAS JOHN
IPC: H04L12/28
Filed: 2006-07-27
Abstract: An apparatus for providing wireless telephone, television and positioning services to an allocated space at a venue having alterable space allocations is provided. The apparatus includes a wireless communication sub-system configured to couple the apparatus to a wireless network to receive the services via respective sub-systems. A telephone connection sub-system is configured to wirelessly couple a telephone communication device such as a POTS telephone or point of sale (POS) device to receive the telephone services. A television connection sub-system is configured to wirelessly couple a television to receive the television services. A positioning sub-system is configured to wirelessly couple the apparatus to receive the positioning services. The positioning sub-system comprises a positioning device (e.g. GPS chipset/radio) to obtain positioning data for the apparatus to provide to the positioning services. The apparatus may also comprise an independent power supply for providing power to the apparatus and any telephone communication device.
Patent CA-2558526-A1 (CA)
Title: Ceramic batch and associated product for fireproof applications
Inventor: HARMUTH HARALD
IPC: C04B35/66
Filed: 2005-03-03
Abstract: The invention relates to a ceramic batch for fireproof applications, containing between 83 and 99.5 wt. % of at least one refractory base product in a grain fraction of less than 8mm, and between 0.5 and 12 wt. % of at least one separate granulated SiO2 carrier, and possible remnants i.e. other constituents. The invention also relates to a product using said batch.
Patent CA-2560368-A1 (CA)
Title: Compounds for the treatment of diseases
Inventor: BUNNAGE MARK EDWARD
IPC: A61K31/4402
Filed: 2005-03-10
Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula (1) and to processes for the preparation of, intermediates used in the preparation of, compositions containing and the uses of, such derivatives. The compounds according to the present invention are useful in numerous diseases, disorders and conditions, in particular inflammatory, allergic and respiratory diseases, disorders and conditions.
Patent CA-2560577-A1 (CA)
Title: Apparatus and method for moving and copying rights objects between device and portable storage device
Inventor: KIM SHIN-HAN
IPC: G06F21/62
Filed: 2005-03-04
Abstract: A method and apparatus for copying or moving a rights object having right information regarding digital contents between a device and a portable storage device to copy or move the digital contents there between are provided.  According to the method and apparatus, the digital works can be prevented from being recklessly and randomly copied and moved, and therefore, copyright can be protected. In addition, data loss or unauthorized access can be prevented.
Patent CA-2561461-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for vibrating melt within an injection mold using active material elements
Inventor: ARNOTT ROBIN A
IPC: B29C45/26
Filed: 2005-03-22
Abstract: Method and apparatus for applying a vibration to melt within an injection mold includes at least one first fixed surface, at least one active material element mounted on the at least one fixed surface, and at least one second movable surface adjacent the at least one active material element. In the method, at least one active material element is activated intermittently to move the at least one second movable surface with respect to the at least one fixed surface. In the apparatus, a wiring conduit is coupled to the active material insert, and is configured to carry vibration signal to the at least one active material element.
Patent CA-2562001-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods of assessing characteristics of fibrous substrates and treating fibrous substrates
Inventor: KEMP HELEN ROCHELLE
IPC: A61Q5/02
Filed: 2005-04-25
Abstract: A method of assessing damage of a fibrous substrate comprises the steps of:  (a) providing said fibrous substrate having a length, a root end, and a tip end; (b) providing a means for assessing substrate moisture content; (c) using said means for assessing substrate moisture content to obtain at least a first measured moisture content value for said fibrous substrate at a first position along the length of said fibrous substrate and a second measured moisture content value for said fibrous substrate at a second position along the length of said fibrous substrate; (d) comparing said measured moisture content values with each other to obtain a measured moisture content differential; and (e) correlating said measured moisture content differential to a substrate damage value for said fibrous substrate. A method of treating a fibrous substrate comprises the steps of: (a) assessing damage of the fibrous substrate according to the method described above to obtain a correlated substrate damage value for the fibrous substrate; (b) using the correlated substrate damage value to select at least one appropriate substrate treatment composition; and (c) applying the appropriate substrate treatment composition to the fibrous substrate.
Patent CA-2563515-A1 (CA)
Title: Highly ductile aluminum alloy with high mechanical strength which can be decoratively anodized, method for producing it, and aluminum product made of this alloy
Inventor: STEINS REINER
IPC: C22C21/04
Filed: 2005-04-30
Abstract: The invention relates to a malleable, high mechanical strength aluminum alloy of the AlMgSi type which can be anodized in a decorative manner, to a semifinished product produced from said alloy, in the shape of strips, sheets or extruded profiles, and to a structural component produced from the above semifinished products, especially a reshaped component that has been anodized in a decorative manner. The invention also relates to a method for producing an aluminum alloy component of the above type. Said aluminum alloy has good malleability, achieved by weight percentages of strontium in the alloy and defined weight ratios of silicon to magnesium and iron to strontium.
Patent CA-2564808-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BERKEI MICHAEL
IPC: C01F11/46
Filed: 2004-05-04
Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the manufacture of optionally doped nanoparticulate metal sulfate nanoparticles wherein the metal is selected from polyvalent metals or monovalent transition metals, said process comprising the step of heating a reaction mixture comprising a) a polar organic solvent comprising at least two hydroxy groups or a polar organic solvent comprising at least one sulfoxide group, b) a source of a polyvalent metal or monovalent transition metal, a sulfate source, and optionally a dopant metal source, and c) a base selected from i) bases having an aromatic N-containing heterocycle with the exception of imidazole ii) bases having an aliphatic N-containing heterocycle, iii) aliphatic hydroxy-substituted amines iv) aliphatic polyamines v) aromatic amines vi) ammonia and ammonia-releasing compounds vii)metal hydroxides, and metal sulfates obtainable by this method.  The resulting sulfate nanoparticle show a high degree of whiteness and an excellent dispersibility in water and according to preferred embodiments also in methanol.
Patent CA-2565341-A1 (CA)
Inventor: EDER JOHANNES
IPC: G01H1/00
Filed: 2005-05-14
Abstract: The invention relates to a travel sensor (10) for electronic components for use in aircraft. Said travel sensor comprises a vibration sensor (11) for converting structure-borne noise to electrical vibration signals. A filter device (20) receives the vibration signals and determines the percentage of engine noise of an aircraft and the overall noise in the vibration signals. A  comparator (30) compares the engine noise with the overall noise and generates, based on the result of comparison, a travel state signal representing a defined travel state of the aircraft. Electronic components aboard the aircraft are controlled in such a manner that an emission of disturbing electromagnetic waves is prevented in the "travel" state.
Patent CA-2565583-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ZHONG ZIYANG
IPC: A61K31/20
Filed: 2005-05-06
Abstract: A pharmaceutical solution formulation containing 17-AAG in an amount of up to 15 mg/mL dissolved in a vehicle comprising (i) a first component that is ethanol, in an amount of between about 40 and about 60 volume %; (ii) a second component that is a polyethoxylated castor oil, in an amount of between about 15 to about 50 volume %; and (iii) a third component that is selected from the group consisting of propylene glycol, PEG 300, PEG 400, glycerol, and combinations thereof, in an amount of between about 0 and about 35 volume %.
Patent CA-2568050-A1 (CA)
Title: Indazole and indolone derivatives and their use as pharmaceuticals
Inventor: HEPWORTH DAVID
IPC: A61P15/00
Filed: 2005-05-17
Abstract: The present invention provides for compounds of formula (I), which are a class of dopamine agonists, more particularly a class of agonists that are selective for D3 over D2. These compounds are useful for the treatment and/or prevention of sexual dysfunction, for example female sexual dysfunction (FSD), in particular female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD), hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD; lack of interest in sex), female orgasmic disorder (FOD;  inability to achieve orgasm); and male sexual dysfunction, in particular male erectile dysfunction (MED). Male sexual dysfunction as referred to herein is meant to include ejaculatory disorders such as premature ejaculation, anorgasmia (inability to achieve orgasm) or desire disorders such as hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD; lack of interest in sex). These compounds are also useful in treating neuropsychiatric disorders and neurodegenerative disorders.
Patent CA-2569033-A1 (CA)
Title: Fuel filler neck assembly and method of fabricating
Inventor: MCCRACKEN DOUGLAS D
IPC: B65B1/30
Filed: 2005-05-24
Abstract: A fuel filler neck assembly having a uniform hemmed connection (22) between an outer funnel portion (24) and an inner funnel portion (26). The outer funnel portion (24) is typically defined by an offset-expanded cylinder and side walls (36) of varying thickness. The inner funnel portion (26) includes side walls (46) that have an internal thread (48), which is configured to mate with the threads of a gas cap. A hemmed connection (22) is used to join one end (28) of the outer funnel portion (24) to one end (38) of the inner funnel portion (26). The side walls (36) at one end (28) of the outer funnel portion (24) are folded or bent inwardly and around the rim portion (50) to define a curled portion (37). A tooling assembly (60) for producing a uniform hemmed connection (22) between one end (28) of the outer funnel portion (24) and one end (38) of the inner funnel portion (26). A method of producing a uniform hemmed connection (22) between portions of a fuel filler neck.
Patent CA-2571209-A1 (CA)
Title: Cam actuated centrifugal brake for preventing backspin
Inventor: HULT VERN A
IPC: E21B43/00
Filed: 2006-12-14
Abstract: A cam assisted centrifugal brake or clutch system provides increased mechanical advantage to improve the output torque relative to prior art devices such as leading brake shoes. The brake or clutch engagement is cammed radially outwardly to engage a brake housing in one direction and guided to a disengaged position in the other direction. Centrifugal forces retain the brake in the disengaged position. Embodiments of the present invention are applied as a backspin braking system that is incorporated into a drive head for a progressing cavity pump drive system.
Patent CA-2572391-A1 (CA)
Title: Microwave plasma nozzle with enhanced plume stability and heating efficiency
Inventor: LEE SANG HUN
IPC: H05H1/24
Filed: 2005-07-07
Abstract: Systems and methods for generating microwave plasma are disclosed. The present invention provides a microwave plasma nozzle (26) that includes a gas flow tube (40), and a rod-shaped conductor (34) that is disposed in the gas flow tube (40) and has a tip (33) near the outlet of the gas flow tube (40). A  portion (35) of the rod-shaped conductor (34) extends into a microwave cavity (24) to receive microwaves passing in the cavity (24). These received microwaves are focused at the tip (33) to heat the gas into plasma. The microwave plasma nozzle (26) also includes a vortex guide (36) between the rod-shaped conductor (34) and the gas flow tube (40) imparting a helical shaped flow direction to the gas flowing through the tube (40). The microwave plasma nozzle (26) further includes a shielding mechanism (108) for reducing a microwave power loss through the gas flow tube (40).
Patent CA-2575169-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BUMILLER GEORGE BALDWIN
IPC: G06F15/02
Filed: 2007-01-19
Abstract: A method of generating text on a handheld electronic device having an inpu t apparatus, an output apparatus, and a memory having a number of language objects stored therein. The method comprises detecting a delimited input comprising a sequence of characters, determining at least a first property of at least the last character of the sequence of characters, and responsive to the determining, providing an output. An improved handheld electronic device implementing the method is also provided.
Patent CA-2575373-A1 (CA)
Title: A system and method for report level confidence
Inventor: CARUS ALWIN B
IPC: G10L15/26
Filed: 2005-07-28
Abstract: A system and method is disclosed for Report Confidence Modeling (RCM) including automatic adaptive classification of ASR output documents to determine the most efficient document edit workflow to convert dictation into finished output. The RCM (30) according to the present invention may include a mechanism to predict recognition accuracy (35) of a document generated by an ASR engine (25). Predicted accuracy of the document allows an ASR application to sort recognized documents based on their estimated accuracy or quality and route them appropriately for further processing, editing (60) and/or formatting.
Patent CA-2576140-A1 (CA)
Title: Cellulose oxidation by nitrogen dioxide in a perfluorinated tertiary amine solvents
Inventor: SAFERSTEIN LOWELL
IPC: C08B15/04
Filed: 2005-08-05
Abstract: This invention relates to a process for oxidizing cellulose with a solution of nitrogen dioxide in one or more perfluorinated tertiary amine solvents. The present invention provides methods for using perfluoro-tertiary amines with nitrogen dioxide to effectively oxidize cellulose to bioabsorbable oxidized cellulose for medicinal uses such as sutures, hemostats, wound coverings, and adhesion prevention devices.
Patent CA-2576961-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LEI MINGZU
IPC: A24F42/60
Filed: 2004-08-12
Abstract: Aerosol drug delivery devices (10) incorporating percussively activated heat packages (32) are disclosed. The heat packages include a percussive igniter (40) and a fuel (50) capable of undergoing an exothermic oxidation-reduction reaction when ignited by the percussive igniter. The drug delivery devices disclosed can be activated by an actuation mechanism to vaporize a thin solid film (56) comprising a drug disposed on the exterior of a heat package. Metal coordination complexes of volatile drugs, and in particular nicotine, from which the drug can be selectively vaporized when heated are also disclosed.  The use of aerosol drug delivery devices comprising thin films of nicotine metal salt complexes for the treatment of nicotine craving and for effecting smoking cessation are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2579006-A1 (CA)
Title: Thermoplastic polyolefin composition
Inventor: ZUCCHELLI UGO
IPC: C08L23/16
Filed: 2005-07-18
Abstract: A thermoplastic polyolefin composition comprising: (1) 30-70 wt. % of an heterophasic propylene polymer; (2) 20-60 wt. % of a copolymer of ethylene with a comonomer selected from the group consisting of C3-6 alpha,beta-unsaturated carboxylic acids, C1-8 alkyl esters of a C3-6 alpha,beta-unsaturated carboxylic acid and mixtures thereof; and (3) 2-20 wt. % of a metal compound selected from the group consisting of: acetates, stearates, hydroxides and oxides of zinc, magnesium, calcium, sodium and mixture thereof.
Patent CA-2579370-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods and compositions for measuring canine bnp and uses thereof
Inventor: BUECHLER KENNETH F
IPC: G01N33/53
Filed: 2005-09-07
Abstract: The present invention describes compositions and methods designed to determine the presence or amount of BNP or fragments thereof in a sample. In particular, the invention provides materials that may be configured to bind canine BNP in a sandwich assay format. The present invention provides, inter alia, assays designed to rapidly and accurately measure BNP-related species in non-human animals.
Patent CA-2580183-A1 (CA)
Title: Fast-curing modified siloxane compositions
Inventor: BAVIN MICHAEL NORMAN
IPC: C08K5/09
Filed: 2005-09-13
Abstract: Fast-curing modified siloxane compositions comprise; (1) an alkoxy- or silanol-functional silicone intermediate, (2) at least one amine reactive ingredient selected from the group consisting of acetoacetate-functional ingredients, acrylate-functional ingredients, and mixtures thereof, (3) an epoxy-functional ingredient, (4) a curing agent selected from the group consisting of amines, aminosilanes, ketimines, aldimines and mixtures thereof, and (5) water. Other ingredients useful in forming fast-curing modified siloxane compositions of this invention include silanes, organometallic catalysts, solvents, pigments, fillers and modifying agents. The above-identified ingredients are combined and reacted to form a fully cured protective film comprising a cross-linked enamine polysiloxane and/or acrylate polysiloxane chemical structure in a reduced amount of time when compared to conventional epoxy siloxane compositions.
Patent CA-2580417-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MIYAUCHI HIKOO
IPC: F24F8/10
Filed: 2005-06-20
Abstract: [PROBLEMS] To remove VOCs and odor from a VOC-impregnated material placed in a treatment space safely at low cost without detriment to interior members and installations by carrying out a humidity control. [MEANS FOR SOLVING PROBLEMS]  The method comprises the humidification step of humidifying the interior of a treatment space for VOC removal to a high level such that the interior is held unsaturated to thereby cause any VOCs retained by a material through adsorption or impregnation to form hydration complexes with generated water molecules of gaseous phase state, and the second step of reducing the humidity to thereby cause any VOC hydration complexes formed within the VOCs as a result of the humidification step to diffuse from the VOC-impregnated material into the treatment space.
Patent CA-2581017-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MOULDER KEVIN
IPC: C07K16/28
Filed: 2005-09-16
Abstract: The invention relates to antibody polypeptides that monovalently bind CD40L.  Antibody polypeptides that are monovalent for binding of CD40L can inhibit CD40L activity while avoiding potential undesirable effects that can occur with antibodies capable of divalent or multivalent binding of CD40L. In one aspect, a monovalent anti-CD40L antibody polypeptide consists of or comprises a single immunoglobulin variable domain that specifically binds and antagonizes the activity of CD40L, preferably without substantially agonizing CD40 and/or CD40L activity. In another aspect, the monovalent anti-CD40L  antibody polypeptide is a human antibody polypeptide. The invention further encompasses methods of antagonizing CD40/CD40L interactions in an individual and methods of treating diseases or disorders involving CD40/CD40L  interactions, the methods involving administering a monovalent anti-CD40L  antibody polypeptide to the individual.
Patent CA-2583665-A1 (CA)
Title: Bipolar electrosurgical system
Inventor: CHANDRAN SUBASHINI
IPC: A61B18/00
Filed: 2005-08-25
Abstract: A novel medical probe assembly, system, and methods for the use thereof to treat tissue are described. The system optionally comprises an energy source, two probe assemblies, and one or more cooling devices to provide cooling to at least one of the probe assemblies. The probe assemblies may be configured in a bipolar mode, whereby current flows preferentially between the probe assemblies. The probe assemblies and system described herein are particularly useful to deliver radio frequency energy to a patient~s body. RF energy delivery may be used for various applications, including the treatment of pain, tumor ablation and cardiac ablation.
Patent CA-2588994-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KAKKIS EMIL D
IPC: A61K31/525
Filed: 2005-12-08
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel methods and compositions for the therapeutic intervention in persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn (PPHN). More specifically, the specification describes methods and compositions for treating various types of PPHN using compositions comprising BH4. Combination therapies of BH4 and other therapeutic regimens are contemplated.
Patent CA-2590788-A1 (CA)
Title: Suspendable tree cutter having an adjustable orientation pivot
Inventor: BERESFORD BRIAN
IPC: A01G23/08
Filed: 2007-06-07
Abstract: Disclosed is a method and apparatus for cutting a tree using a helicopter and a tree cutter suspended from the helicopter. The tree cutter includes a frame which is selectively orientable about a horizontal axis of rotation by an elongate member extending perpendicular to the horizontal axis. A support line from the helicopter is mounted to the elongate member. The support line may be slid to a plurality of locations along the elongate member. Each of the plurality of locations corresponds to a unique orientation of the frame. A pair of gripping arms extend from the frame. A saw is pivotally mounted to the frame so as to cut a tree secured in the gripping arms. The method includes selectively orienting and suspending the cutting apparatus proximate to a tree to be cut, gripping the tree with the gripping arms and cutting the tree with the saw.
Patent CA-2591675-A1 (CA)
Inventor: URBANEK TIBOR
IPC: H04L12/10
Filed: 2005-07-28
Abstract: An amplifier circuit (100) for amplifying a downstream signal carrying voice over internet protocol data is disclosed. The amplifier circuit (100) includes an input which receives the downstream signal (112), an amplifier (130), an output (120), and a bypass circuit (140). The amplifier receives the downstream signal from the input and amplifies the downstream signal. The amplifier then outputs an amplified signal carrying voice over internet protocol data. The output (120) receives the amplified signal from the amplifier and is connected with an external device capable of receiving and converting voice over Internet protocol data to sound. The bypass circuit connects the input directly to the output. Upon activation of the bypass circuit (140), the downstream signal is transmitted directly from the input to the output and bypasses the amplifier.
Patent CA-2592464-A1 (CA)
Title: Tricyclic .delta.-opioid modulators
Inventor: CARSON JOHN R
IPC: C07D413/14
Filed: 2005-12-21
Abstract: The invention is directed to delta opioid receptor modulators. More specifically, the invention relates to tricyclic .delta.-opioid modulators.  Pharmaceutical and veterinary compositions and methods of treating mild to severe pain and various diseases using compounds of the invention are also described.
Patent CA-2595644-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PROOT BERNARD
IPC: B27N7/00
Filed: 2006-01-17
Abstract: The finishing assembly for floor covering comprises at least two bars (1;2/1;3), being on the one hand assembled together side by side such that they comprise at least two surfaces (1d;2d/1d; 3d) substantially in the prolongation of one another, and separated by a longitudinal interstice (6/6' ), and being, on the other hand, separable. Both assembled bars (1;2/1;3) are designed to be used in a first floor covering application and at least one (1) of said two bars are designed to be used in a second floor covering application. The assembly further comprises a surface coating (4) being applied on both bars (1;2/1;3) and covering the longitudinal interstice (6/6') between both bars.