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Patent CA-2322091-A1 (CA)
Title: Traction device for a wheeled vehicle
Inventor: ROBESON PALMER
IPC: B60C27/06
Filed: 2000-10-03
Abstract: The present disclosure concerns an emergency traction device that may be easily and securely fitted on vehicles having tires of different diameters and widths. A  single winch sizes and secures the traction device for the proper tire diameter and then for the proper tire width. Traction can be further enhanced with members that substantially circumscribe the tire.  Operation of the traction device can be enhanced by providing gearing that resists being back driven, for example worm type gearing, for operating the winch.
Patent CA-2322526-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PALUMBO GIANFRANCO
IPC: C08F2/32
Filed: 1999-03-12
Abstract: Disclosed are materials capable of distributing and releasing aqueous fluids, e.g., urine, to a storage material. These fluid distribution materials have: A) a ratio of capillary desorption height (i.e., height at 50 % capacity) to capillary absorption height (i.e., height at 50 %  capacity) of not more than about 1.8:1; B) a capillary desorption height of not more than about 50 cm; C) the ability to wick synthetic urine at 31 °C to a height of 15 cm in not more than about 25 minutes; and D) a vertical wicking capacity at 15 cm of at least about 6 g/g. Also disclosed are absorbent articles comprising such a distribution material. These absorbent articles, which are especially suitable for absorbing and retaining aqueous body fluids, comprise: I) a backing sheet; II) an absorbent core associated with the backing sheet such that the absorbent core is positioned between the backing sheet and the fluid discharge region of the wearer of the article, the absorbent core comprising a distribution material of the present invention; and III) optionally, a topsheet positioned such that the absorbent core is located between the backing sheet and the topsheet.
Patent CA-2324968-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RIMALOVSKI FRANKLIN BRUCE
IPC: H04N7/173
Filed: 2000-11-01
Abstract: A method and apparatus for receiving requests for the remote storage of time schedule media programs from a client over the Internet and the delivery of such media programs in a specified streaming video format to the client is disclosed. The client requests the recording of a media program by a delivery device which delivery device identifies, in an e-mail message to the client, the storage location of the requested program in the delivery system. The client then accesses the delivery system via the Internet using the storage location identity and the delivery system delivers the stored program. The method and apparatus receives media program signals from distributed geographic locations to provide the client access to media programs not available at the client's location. Tools are also provided to simplify media program selection and storage.
Patent CA-2324977-A1 (CA)
Title: High gasoline permeation resistant plastic container
Inventor: YEH JEN-TAUT
IPC: C08L77/00
Filed: 2000-11-02
Abstract: A process for producing a high gasoline permeation resistant plastic blend container, comprising preparing a modified polyamide by modifying polyamide with a compatibilizer precursor and then laminar blend blow-molding using a cheap conventional blow-molding machine from a composition of polyolefin with a modified polyamide (MPA) into a bottle.      The bottle thus produced is consisted of a polyolefin matrix incorporated therein a MPA laminar structure and has a gasoline permeation resistance of less than 5% of the total gasoline content after storing at 40°C for one year.
Patent CA-2326117-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BEER TOMASZ M
IPC: A61K31/59
Filed: 1999-03-25
Abstract: Treatment of hyperproliferative disorders (including tumors and psoriasis) by pulse administration of a drug (such as Vitamin D or an analog) that increases blood or tissue levels of Vitamin D. The drug is administered at a sufficient dose to have an anti-proliferative effect, but the pulsed administration of the drug avoids the development of severe symptomatic or life-threatening hypercalcemia. In particular embodiments, avoidance of hypercalcemia (as measured by serum levels of calcium above normal range) is avoided altogether.  In a particular example, the drug is calcitriol administered at an oral dose of about 0.5 mcg/kg once a week.
Patent CA-2326838-A1 (CA)
Title: Mesenchymal stem cells as immunosuppressants
Inventor: MOSCA JOSEPH D
IPC: A61K39/00
Filed: 1999-03-12
Abstract: The present invention provides a method to modulate immune responses using antigen presenting human mesenchymal stem cells to induce specific T cell anergy. The present invention also provides a method to modulate immune responses using human mesenchymal stem cells as a platform to express molecules which will induce T cell anergy.
Patent CA-2327255-A1 (CA)
Title: Fil-guide pour le positionnement precis d'un catheter
Inventor: MUSKIVITCH JOHN C
IPC: A61B17/00
Filed: 1999-04-12
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un fil-guide (10) ayant une partie (100) guide compressible capable de défléchir un cathéter (200) de façon à le faire buter contre la paroi d'une lumière. La partie (100) guide compressible exerce une force radiale extérieure lorsqu'elle est comprimée au mois partiellement à l'intérieur d'une lumière. Cette partie (100) guide permet à un médecin de localiser précisément un cathéter (200) à l'intérieur d'une lumière corporelle, et d'ajuster l'orientation de la pointe (206) de cathéter destinée à être dirigée vers un côté spécifique d'une lumière.
Patent CA-2328250-A1 (CA)
Title: Phosphodiesterase isoenzyme denominated 4 (pde 4) inhibiting compounds
Inventor: FORSTER CORNELIA JUTTA
IPC: C07C45/68
Filed: 1999-04-13
Abstract: This invention relates to ketones, alcohols and amines represented by the likes of 3-(3-cyclopentyloxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-3-phenylethynylcyclobutan-1-one.  They are useful as PDE 4 antagonists.
Patent CA-2331009-A1 (CA)
Title: Compositions and methods of treatment for conditions responsive to testosterone elevation
Inventor: DAY WESLEY WARREN
IPC: C07D311/60
Filed: 2001-01-10
Abstract: This invention relates to methods and pharmaceutical compositions useful in the treatment of conditions that are responsive to the elevation of testosterone levels in the body and the use of estrogen agonists / antagonists for the manufacture of medicaments for the treatment of conditions that are responsive to the elevation of testosterone levels in the body. The compositions are comprised of an estrogen agonist / antagonist and a pharmaceutically acceptable vehicle, carrier or diluent. These compositions are effective in treating male subject sexual dysfunction and timidity in female subjects including post-menopausal women and are effective in increasing libido in female subjects including post-menopausal women. In the case of male subject sexual dysfunction, the compositions may also include a compound which is an elevator of cyclic guanosine 3',5'-monophosphate (cGMP).  Additionally, the compositions are effective in other conditions whose etiology is a result of testosterone deficiency or which can be ameliorated by increasing testosterone levels within the body. Methods of the invention include the treatment of conditions that are responsive to elevation of testosterone levels such as treating male subject sexual dysfunction and timidity in female subjects including post-menopausal women and the increase of libido of female subjects including post-menopausal women. The methods of treatment are effective while substantially reducing the concomitant liability of adverse effects associated with testosterone administration.
Patent CA-2332174-A1 (CA)
Title: Nutritional supplement based on blackcurrant seed oil
Inventor: ISSACHAR NATHALIE
IPC: A23L33/15
Filed: 2001-01-25
Abstract: Tho present invention relates to the use of a composition comprising an oil with a high conrent of essential fatty acids of .omega.3 and .omega.6 type, preferably blackcurrant seed oil, and at least one compound selected from .beta.-carotene, lycopene, tocopherol and its derivatives, locotrienols and their derivatives, ascorbic acid and nicotinamide, as a nutritional supplement intended for preventing and/or combating the harmful effects of xenobiotics on the skin, in particular on the skin's immune system.
Patent CA-2333126-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MIECK KLAUS-PETER
IPC: B29B9/14
Filed: 2000-03-02
Abstract: The invention relates to continuous-strand pellets consisting of particles in which reinforcing staple fibres are arranged in a thermoplastic matrix in a helical manner. Said pellets are characterized in that the reinforcing staple fibres together with molten matrix material are situated in a peripheral area of the particles and together with unmolten thermoplastic staple fibres are present in a core area.  The invention also relates to a method for producing continuous-strand pellets from a staple-fibre mixture consisting of thermoplastic fibres and reinforcing fibres. According to said method a ribbon consisting of the staple fibre mixture is fed through a preheating zone and drawn through a heating nozzle to form a strand which after twisting and consolidation by cooling is cut into continuous-strand pellets. The invention is characterized in that the strand is first cooled and then rotated and taken off and finally freely rotated without interference by the cutting process.
Patent CA-2333154-A1 (CA)
Title: Microemulsion preconcentrates containing a piperidine substance p antagonist
Inventor: LIECHTI KURT
IPC: A61K9/22
Filed: 1999-05-26
Abstract: Microemulsion comprising a piperidine, e.g. 1-acyl-piperidine Substance P  Antagonist and its use in the treatment of CNS disorders, e.g. depression and social phobia, and respiratory diseases, e.g. asthma and chronic bronchitis.
Patent CA-2333715-A1 (CA)
Title: Substituted 3-thiocarbamoylpyrazoles
Inventor: STOLTING JORN
IPC: A01N43/56
Filed: 1999-05-21
Abstract: The invention relates to novel substituted 3-thiocarbamoylpyrazoles of general formula (I), wherein m, n, R1, R2, R3 and Ar have the meanings cited in the description. The invention further relates to methods for the production and use thereof as pesticides.
Patent CA-2336604-A1 (CA)
Title: A mandibular advancement device
Inventor: PALMISANO RICHARD GEORGE
IPC: A61C7/08
Filed: 1999-07-06
Abstract: A mandibular advancement device is dis-closed. The upper jaw (12) has fitted to it an upper plate (30). The upper plate (30) is firmly received, and generally comprises a body com-ponent (32) and two opposed flange components (34), are located to be lying in an area beside and close to the posterior teeth, and particu-larly the buccal side of the upper posterior teeth.  The leading edge (36) of the flanges (34) pro-vide engagement surfaces complementing the engagement surfaces of the trailing edges (26) of the lower flanges (24). The relative lengths of the respective trailing edges (26) and leading edges (36) ensure that mandibular advancement is maintained over a desired range of jaw open-ings. The angle of inclination of the engaging edges (26, 36) provides a jaw opening path gen-erally arcuate with the protrusive border path.
Patent CA-2336790-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCBRIEN GREGORY J
IPC: G02F1/00
Filed: 2000-05-23
Abstract: An optical pulse generator having a high order transfer function that comprises a first and a second nested interferometric modulator, each modulator comprising an optical input, an electrical input, a first arm, a second arm and an optical output. The second interferometric modulator is optically coupled into the second arm of the first interferometric modulator. The optical output of the first interferometric modulator generates pulses at a repetition rate that is proportional to a multiple of a frequency of an electrical signal applied to the electrical input of at least one of the first and second interferometric modulator and at a duty cycle that is inversely proportional to the order of the transfer function of the optical pulse generator. The multiple may be any integer equal to or greater than one.
Patent CA-2337116-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DENISSEN ADRIANUS J M
IPC: H04N5/92
Filed: 2000-05-04
Abstract: The invention relates to a method of and converting means for converting a packetized stream of information signals representing information arranged in separate, consecutive data packets of digital format, into a stream of information signals with time stamps. After establishing time stamps related to a time of arrival of a data packet, the time stamps of several data packets are grouped into a time stamp packet wherein, in an embodiment, the size of the time stamp packet is equal to the size of a data unit.
Patent CA-2338309-A1 (CA)
Title: Removal of hydrocarbon pollutants
Inventor: MAZZEO FRANCISCO ANTONIO
IPC: B01J20/28
Filed: 2001-02-26
Abstract: 1. Purpose of the invention: A procedure for the removing and collection of spilled hydrocarbons that does not contaminate the environment with its application and which is economical.   2. Characteristics of the invention: Bird feathers are scattered over the polluted surface on which there are non-polar or low density substances, the feathers are allowed to act until they are saturated with the substances and the saturated feathers are collected. Unlike chemical dispersants, the feathers avoid contamination at the time of their application, and the costs are lower with respect to the methods commonly employed.   3. Field of application: Solid or liquid surfaces that have undergone hydrocarbon pollution produced by an oil spill.   4. Alternatives: None exist.   5. Example: The feathers are located inside a mesh of open weave and then said meshes are laid on the surface contaminated with hydrocarbons to be treated, after absorption of the hydrocarbons on the part of the feathers, said meshes are withdrawn and their recycling takes place.
Patent CA-2339473-A1 (CA)
Title: Nutrient and therapeutic compositions for the treatment of cancer
Inventor: KOSBAB JOHN V
IPC: A61K36/48
Filed: 1999-08-03
Abstract: This invention relates to nutrient and therapeutic compositions for the treatment of cancer symptoms and conditions. Compositions of this invention contain a mixture of antioxidants, components that promote collagen maintenance and synthesis, components that regulate blood lipids, glucose and/or insulin, and lower homocysteine levels. Compositions also provide supplementation for nutrient (vitamin, mineral and cofactor) deficiencies to restore and maintain normal biochemical function. Cancer formulations, particularly those adapted for treatment of female cancers, can be combined with components that provide benefit in osteoporosis.
Patent CA-2339559-A1 (CA)
Title: A versatile attachment for a shovel
Inventor: CHANG WILLIAM NAI-JEN
IPC: B25G1/00
Filed: 2001-03-07
Abstract: A versatile attachment in the form of an elongated member having an obtuse angle is mounted on a shovel handle. The lower end of the elongated member is pivotally may be mounted in a cantilever manner to the lower portion of the shovel handle. The elongated member may be mounted with the obtuse angle portion of the elongated member located selectively either above or below the longitudinal axis of the shovel handle. A cross bar member is provided at the upper free end of the elongated member and a rotary wheel is rotatably mounted on the cross bar member. A strap is provided at the shovel handle and is operative for securing the attachment to the latter.
Patent CA-2340399-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ZANAZZI SILVIA
IPC: C11D7/38
Filed: 1999-09-01
Abstract: The use of an aliphatic-aromatic diacyl peroxide in a bleaching composition to provide stain removal and improved fabric colour safety.
Patent CA-2342901-A1 (CA)
Title: Triptolide prodrugs having high aqueous solubility
Inventor: MUSSER JOHN H
IPC: A61K31/661
Filed: 1999-09-02
Abstract: Compounds useful in immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory treatment are described. The compounds are hydrolyzable triptolide analogs with improved water solubility and generally lower toxicity than the parent compound.</SDO AB>
Patent CA-2342955-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PUSTANYK KARL
IPC: E21B43/24
Filed: 2001-04-04
Abstract: LASER-CSS provides a method to improve cyclic steam-based thermal recovery methods for heavy oils and bitumen. A key improvement over prior art consists of mixing liquid hydrocarbons into the injected steam instead of injecting such hydrocarbon as a separate slug in front of a steam stimulation cycle. The objective of the invention is to enhance field applications of Cyclic Steam Stimulation (CSS) by contacting and mobilizing more of the bitumen with the same amount of steam.  This is to help increase the recovery efficiency and ultimate recovery normally achieved with conventional CSS-type process operations. The proposed LASER-CSS method utilizes existing CSS wells at some intermediate stage of reservoir depletion.  Liquid hydrocarbons are directly mixed and flashed into the injected steam lines, injected into the CSS wellbores and further transported as vapors to contact heavy oil or bitumen surrounding steamed areas between adjacent wells. For the most part injected hydrocarbons are reproduced dissolved within the produced bitumen phase. The optimum loading of hydrocarbons injected with steam will be chosen to maximize pressure drawdown and fluid removal of the reservoir using conventional CSS artificial lift equipment already in place.
Patent CA-2343069-A1 (CA)
Title: A feed metering device
Inventor: VAN DEN BERG KAREL
IPC: G01G9/00
Filed: 2001-03-30
Abstract: A feed metering device for distributing fodder and/or drink in metered portions to an animal. The feed metering device is provided with a feed unit for containing fodder and/or drink, an entrance opening to the feed unit, and a feed supplying device for supplying an amount of fodder and/or drink to the feed unit. The feed metering device is provided with a closing means that is movable across the entrance opening in order to deter an animal visiting the feed unit from taking fodder and/or drink. The closing means rotates about an axis, the closing means being driven by a roll that contacts the closing means, which roll is driven by a motor. (Figure 1)
Patent CA-2345751-A1 (CA)
Title: Improved machine tool guide
Inventor: OWEN LESLIE JOHN
IPC: B27B17/00
Filed: 1999-10-04
Abstract: A guide for a machine tool including a vertical upper column (1) adapted for stable positioning at a work station and an elongate horizontally orientated arm (2) extending outwardly from and pivotally attached to said upper column wherein said pivot is provided by two vertically spaced apart pivot points (3) so as to allow said arm free radial movement in a horizontal plane.
Patent CA-2345822-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BIRMINGHAM JOAN
IPC: G09F19/00
Filed: 2001-04-26
Abstract: A spinning mobile includes a central shaft having first and second ends, a top mounting cap located at the first end of the shaft and a bottom mounting cap located at the second end of the shaft. A plurality of design plates are mounted to the top mounting cap and bottom mounting cap to cooperatively form a particular structural design capable of spinning when suspended in the air and subjected to air currents.
Patent CA-2347709-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHIBA TAKANORI
IPC: C08J9/30
Filed: 1999-10-13
Abstract: On décrit un procédé de préparation d'une mousse de polyuréthanne présentant d'excellentes propriétés d'isolation contre la chaleur. Le procédé de préparation d'une mousse de polyuréthanne dure comprend l'utilisation des ingrédients suivants: (1) un polyisocyanate organique comprenant un polyisocyanate aromatique, (2) un polyol comprenant un polyol de polyéther et/ou un polyol de polyester, (3) un agent gonflant, et (4) un tensioactif, un catalyseur et d'autres adjuvants, et se caractérise par le fait que: l'agent gonflant (3) est du cyclopentane et de l'eau, le polyol (2) est un polyol de polyéther et/ou un polyol de polyester présentant une faible compatibilité avec le cyclopentane, et que le cyclopentane est mélangé et dispersé dans un mélange préalable contenant les ingrédients (2), (3) et (4).
Patent CA-2349896-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GORMAN MICHAEL GEORGE
IPC: H04L12/56
Filed: 2000-04-18
Abstract: A system (500) that provides facsimile service over a digital subscriber line (502) has a facsimile machine (504) coupled to an ATM switch (506). The ATM switch (506) is coupled to the digital subscriber line (502), wherein the digital subscriber line (502) includes a first virtual circuit and a second virtual circuit. An interworking unit (508) is coupled to the second virtual circuit. The second virtual circuit is connected to the facsimile machine (512). A public switched telephone network (510) is connected to the interworking unit (508). A facsimile machine (512) is connected to the public switched telephone network (510).
Patent CA-2352162-A1 (CA)
Inventor: AN HYUN SUK
IPC: C07H1/00
Filed: 1999-11-24
Abstract: The present invention provides a process for preparing a high yield of purified clarithromycin having broad antimicrobial activity as a macrolide antibiotic agent by using 1,3-benzodithiol-2-ylium tetrafluoroborate (BDFT),  which can easily be synthesized from anthranilic acid and used as a protecti ng group for oxime. In addition, the present invention also provides a process for preparing clarithromycin from 1,3-benzodithiol-2-sulfonic acid group tha t forms clarithromycin salt which precipitates into crystals in reaction solution thereof, and purifying clarithromycin including a significantly simplified purification step.
Patent CA-2354963-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCKILLOP JOHN S
IPC: G02B26/08
Filed: 2001-08-13
Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention can provide a substrate and a moveable reflector, on the substrate, having first and second opposing surfaces, wherein the moveable reflector moves to first and second positions on the substrate. A latch is located on the substrate adjacent to the first surface of the moveable reflector opposite the second surface and coupled to the moveable reflector, wherein the latch holds the moveable reflector in the first and second positions. An actuator is located on the substrate adjacent to the first surface of the moveable reflector opposite the second surface and is coupled to the latch, wherein the actuator moves the moveable reflector to the first and second positions. Also disclosed are moveable reflectors having a first reflecting position along an input beam path that reflects optical radiation from the input beam path along a first reflected beam path and a second reflecting position along the input beam path spaced-apart from the first reflecting position that reflects optical radiation from the input beam path along a second reflected beam path parallel to the first reflected beam path. Related methods are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2358050-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LALANCETTE LIONEL
IPC: B60J11/00
Filed: 2001-08-27
Abstract: Couverture de protection rétractable 4 saisons pour véhicules automobile, comprenant une toile imperméable d'une forme rectangulaire permettant de s'adapter avec 2 ou 3 grandeurs différentes à pratiquement toutes les autos et camionnettes sur le marché. Elle couvre tou t le dessus des véhicules incluant : le capot, toutes les vitres et le coffre arrière afin d e les protéger contre le givre, la glace, la neige, aussi bien que des rayons du soleil. Elle est fixée par une extrémité à un rouleau munie d'un ressort à torsion. Le rouleau est monté sur un support composé de  2 bras à bascule reliés à 2 membres rigides munis d'ajustements et fixés au sol. Les 2 bras à bascul e permettent de reporter après remisage le rouleau et sa toile, vers l'arrière pour faciliter le nettoyage de la chaussé. Une personne seule peut aisément la mettre en place ou la remiser en moins de de ux minutes.