baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent AU-2006333562-B2 (AU)
Title: Profile control apparatus and method for production and injection wells
Inventor: PHI MANH V
IPC: E21B43/12
Filed: 2006-10-12
Granted: 2011-09-08
Abstract: A method and system associated with the production of hydrocarbons are described. The apparatus includes a first tubular member having a non- permeable longitudinal section and a permeable longitudinal section. The permeable longitudinal section having a first plurality of openings between a first central opening and a region external to the first tubular member. The system also includes a second tubular member at least partially enclosing the first tubular member. The second tubular member includes a non-permeable longitudinal section disposed adjacent to the permeable longitudinal section of the first tubular member and a permeable longitudinal section of the second tubular member, wherein the permeable longitudinal section of the second tubular member is disposed adjacent to the non-permeable longitudinal section of the first tubular member and the permeable longitudinal section of the second tubular member is separated from the permeable longitudinal section of the first tubular member by a specific longitudinal distance. The permeable longitudinal section of the second tubular member having a second plurality of openings between a second central opening and a region external to the second tubular member that do not block certain sized particles. The system is also configured to produce hydrocarbons from the first tubular member.
Patent AU-2007201006-B2 (AU)
Title: Production of human papillomavirus capsid protein and virus-like particles
Inventor: BONEZ WILLIAM
IPC: G01N33/53
Filed: 2007-03-07
Granted: 2010-07-01
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of expressing the papillomavirus capsid protein coding sequence in a cell using an expression system under conditions facilitating expression of the protein in the cell. In another aspect of the invention, it has been discovered that virus-like particle(s) (VLPs), fragment(s), capsomer(s) or portion(s) thereof are formed from the papillomavirus capsid
Patent AU-2007207241-B2 (AU)
Title: A novel dry stick device construction and method for determining an analyte in a sample using said dry stick device
Inventor: CLAUSEN KIM
IPC: B31B50/62
Filed: 2007-01-19
Granted: 2012-07-26
Abstract: A novel dry stick device construction for the determination of an analyte in a sample is provided. The device comprises: (i) optionally a solid support, (ii) at least one reagent pad comprising a reagent or a combination of reagents capable of reacting with the analyte, a derivative of said analyte or an indicator compound for said analyte to provide a detectable signal when in a moistened state, the at least one reagent pad providing a first environment for said reagent(s), said first environment permitting an improved storage stability of the reagent(s) and dry stick device when in a non-moistened state, and (iii) a regulating pad being in contact with the at least one reagent pad, the regulating pad creating a second environment for said reagent(s), when in a moistened state, said second environment permitting an increased rate of reaction between the analyte and the reagent.
Patent AU-2007221784-B2 (AU)
Title: Grasping jaw mechanism
Inventor: SCIRICA PAUL A
IPC: A61B17/064
Filed: 2007-10-02
Granted: 2013-06-20
Abstract: GRASPING JAW MECHANISM A surgical device is disclosed which includes a handle assembly (13), an elongated member (14) and a disposable loading unit. The handle assembly (13) includes 5 a mode selection mechanism configured to alternate the surgical device between a first grasping mode of operation and a second clamping mode of operation. The handle assembly includes a rotation control member (22) and an articulation lever. The rotation control member (22) is configured to facilitate rotation of the elongated member with respect to the handle assembly (13). The articulation lever is configured to facilitate 1o articulation of the tool assembly about an axis substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of elongated member (14). In one embodiment, the tool assembly (27) includes a cartridge assembly (26) having a plurality of staples and an anvil assembly (28) configured to clamp and staple tissue in the second clamping mode of operation of the device. co ca C=> C" cli co 0-010 00 e-loo, C.') cc It C" co ok C:>
Patent AU-2007224275-B2 (AU)
Title: Method and device for treating microscopic residual tumors remaining in tissues following surgical resection
Inventor: GOLDFARB PAUL
IPC: A61N1/30
Filed: 2007-03-02
Granted: 2012-04-12
Abstract: This invention concerns treating apparently normal tissue surrounding sites of cancerous tumors so as to reduce both the probability of a recurrence of cancer at and near the site of a cancerous tissue, and to reduce the amount of apparently healthy tissue that is usually excised along with the tumor, thereby providing a substantial benefit to the cancer patient by eliminating or delaying tumor recurrence and sparing normal tissue for its functionality and for avoiding unnecessary disfigurement.
Patent AU-2007237349-B2 (AU)
Title: New method for treating fruit or vegetables with phosphorous ions and corresponding compositions
Inventor: SARDO ALBERTO
IPC: A23L3/3454
Filed: 2007-12-05
Granted: 2012-07-05
Abstract: The present application relates to a new method for treating fruit or vegetables comprising the use of hot phosphorous acid (PA) as well as PA-based combinations and corresponding kits. Figure: none
Patent AU-2007246206-B2 (AU)
Title: Apparatus for injecting material into a vessel
Inventor: GREG HARDIE
IPC: C21C5/34
Filed: 2007-12-14
Granted: 2011-12-01
Abstract: P231 - Convention An apparatus for injecting particulate and/or gaseous material into a metallurgical vessel is disclosed. The 5 apparatus comprises a duct (31) through which to inject the material, inner and outer water inflow and outflow passages (45, 46) extending through a wall of the duct and an annular duct tip (36) disposed at the forward end of the duct. The duct tip (36) is of annular formation and 10 comprised of an annular inner end component (61), an annular outer end component (62), and an annular central component (63) located between the inner and outer components. The duct tip (36) is also comprised of a plurality of radially extending dividers to divide a space 15 between the outer end component and the central component into discrete radial passages (64) to serve as said internal water flow passages of the tip N:\Melbourne\Cases\Patent\62000-62999\P62551.US\Specia\TRPL P232 complete.doc 20/03/08 ((5 s o co
Patent AU-2007258906-B2 (AU)
Title: Expandable downhole tool
Inventor: LEE PAUL BERNARD
IPC: E21B17/10
Filed: 2007-06-06
Granted: 2012-10-04
Abstract: An expandable downhole tool (10) such as an under-reamer or a stabiliser comprises a mandrel (1) mounted for linear slidable movement relative to a main body (2). A fixed guide takes the form of a spline bar (7) is disposed in an axial recess (11) and is restrained from movement longitudinally and laterally. To retain the spline bar (7) in position, lock blocks (3) are provided and can be bolted to a surrounding housing (12) of the main body (2) in which axial recess (11) is formed, by means of lock pins (4). The longitudinally slidable mandrel (1) has two axially spaced cut-out recesses (9), into which can be received the lower ends of travel blocks (5 and 6). Cutter block (8) has obliquely outwardly extending guide ways (13) which are slidably mounted on similarly shaped slide ramps (14) projecting outwardly from the spline bar (7). Upon increase of hydraulic pressure from below the tool, the mandrel (1) is urged to the left against its spring biasing from the deactivated position to take up an axially displaced position. Because travel block (5) engages adjacent end face (15) of the cutter block (8), the cutter block (8) is urged outwardly to the extended position by obliquely outward sliding movement of guide ways (13) on slide ramps (14).
Patent AU-2007272993-B2 (AU)
Title: DNA encoding RING zinc-finger protein and the use of the DNA in vectors and bacteria and in plants
Inventor: KYUNG-HWAN HAN
IPC: A01H5/00
Filed: 2007-07-12
Granted: 2011-12-01
Abstract: The present inventions relate to compositions and methods for providing stress tolerant transgenic plants comprising a RING domain zinc-finger motif transcription factor protein. More particularly, the invention relates to compositions and methods comprising a RING-H2 domain transcription factor protein for providing drought and salt tolerant plants, in particular comprising a recombinant XERICO gene and protein.
Patent AU-2007286414-B2 (AU)
Title: A shearer loader for underground mining comprising a spray system
Inventor: MAREK RAINER
IPC: E21C35/22
Filed: 2007-08-17
Granted: 2012-03-29
Abstract: The invention relates to a shearer loader for underground mining, with cutting drums for each direction of travel, with a cooling-water circuit (30) for cooling the drive motors (31, 32), with a spray system comprising at least one spray-water circuit (25a, 25b) with a respective feed line (23a, 23b) to the tools of the cutting drums (4), with a common water connection (1) for the water circuits, and with valves assigned to the water circuits for switching the circuits on or off. Provision is made according to the invention for return lines of the cooling-water circuit to have a respective switching valve (37a, 37b) arranged therein which is connected to one of the feed lines and via which the cooling water can be fed as spray water to the cutting drums as required.
Patent AU-2007319509-B2 (AU)
Title: Eye treatment system with fluidics pump interface
Inventor: EDWARDS CRAIG
IPC: A61M1/00
Filed: 2007-11-06
Granted: 2013-10-03
Abstract: An eye treatment system for performing an ocular surgical procedure contains an eye treatment probe or handpiece, a treatment console, an eye treatment cassette, and a pump formed by the engagement of the treatment cassette with the treatment console. The handpiece is configured to provide at least irrigation fluid to, and aspiration of fluid from, a subject eye. The treatment console comprises a controller configured to control the eye treatment probe. The eye treatment cassette engages the treatment console to couple the eye treatment probe with the treatment console. The pump comprises a pump head having a plurality of projections disposed to rotate about an axis, a ramp disposed near the rotating projections, and a resilient channel configured to transfer fluid when engaged by the ramp and the plurality of projections. The ramp is configured to reduce pressure fluctuations with the eye during a surgical procedure and comprises and entrance portion, a central portion, and an exit portion. The ramp is configured such that the arcuate extent of the entrance portion is unequal to the arcuate extent of the exit portion.
Patent AU-2007325836-B2 (AU)
Title: Methods of treating mental retardation, Down's syndrome, fragile X syndrome and autism
Inventor: KATHRYN ROBERTS
IPC: A61P25/00
Filed: 2007-11-21
Granted: 2011-07-21
Abstract: Subjects having at least one condition selected from the group consisting of mental retardation, Down's syndrome, fragile X syndrome and autism are treated with a composition that includes gamma-am inobutyric acid agonists and/or Ml muscarinic rreceptor antagonists. The gamma-am inobutyric acid agonist (GABA) can be a GABA(B) agonist, such as baclofen. GABA(B) agonists can be used in combination with Group I mGluR antagonists and Ml muscarinic receptor antagonists in methods of treating humans.
Patent AU-2007334366-B2 (AU)
Title: Human antibodies to human delta like ligand 4
Inventor: PAPADOPOULOS NICHOLAS J
IPC: A61P35/00
Filed: 2007-12-14
Granted: 2014-02-06
Abstract: An isolated human antibody or a fragment of a human antibody which specifically binds to human delta-like ligand 4 (hDII4) and blocks hDII4 binding to a Notch receptor. The human anti- hDII4 antibody or antibody fragment binds hDII4 with an affinity of ≤ 500 pM, as measured by surface plasmon resonance.
Patent AU-2008200419-B2 (AU)
Title: Awning frame
Inventor: PAGE RODNEY
IPC: E04F10/10
Filed: 2008-01-29
Granted: 2013-10-31
Abstract: Abstract An awning frame is disclosed. It is adapted for attachment to a building and is moveable between a roof 5 mode, where the frame extends outwardly from the building to enable the provision of a canopy, and a protection mode where the frame locates adjacent to a wall of the building. When in protection mode an awning associated with the frame can provide a protective barrier for the 10 wall. N:\Sydney\Cases\Patent\62000-62999\P62291.AU.1\Specia\P62291.AU.1 Specification 2008-1-17.doc 21/01/08 i/c, \\ \ I I e -~ - -- __ (5 ~ (5 4 ( 4 I I .. ~- C' I I / // I I / I., / / 'N ~ ~ I I ,/ / I I/I/I/I! I I __________ N / ('4 I/o 7------(NI L ~J(. 4~LA / I (*'.4 (5 * ~LI~ or-
Patent AU-2008222649-B2 (AU)
Title: Primers for melting analysis
Inventor: WITTWER CARL T
IPC: C07H21/04
Filed: 2008-03-07
Granted: 2014-06-12
Abstract: Methods and kits are provided for nucleic acid analysis. In an illustrative method a target nucleic acid is amplified using a first primer and a second primer, wherein the first primer comprises a probe element specific for a locus of the target nucleic acid and a template-specific primer region, and the probe element is 5' of the template-specific primer region, subsequently allowing the probe element to hybridize to the locus to form a hairpin, generating a melting curve for the probe element by measuring fluorescence from a dsDNA binding dye as the mixture is heated, wherein the dye is not covalently bound to the first primer, and analyzing the shape of the melting curve. Kits may include one or more of the first and second primers, the dsDNA binding dye, a polymerase, and dNTPs.
Patent AU-2008243086-B2 (AU)
Title: Wave energy converter
Inventor: WILLIAM DICK
IPC: F03B13/20
Filed: 2008-11-03
Granted: 2011-08-18
Abstract: A wave energy conversion apparatus is described. It comprises at least two devices, each comprising a surface float rigidly and at least one of the surface floats being attachable to a submerged body. The movement of the two devices in response 5 to a passing wave may be used to effect an energy transfer. Figure 1
Patent AU-2008257559-B2 (AU)
Title: Heterocyclic compounds as positive modulators of metabotropic glutamate receptor 2 (MGLU2 receptor)
Inventor: SAUER DARYL
IPC: C07D213/36
Filed: 2008-05-23
Granted: 2013-10-10
Abstract: The present invention relates to heterocyclic compounds which are positive modulatorsof metabotropic glutamate receptor. The present invention also relates to the use of these compounds for preparing a pharmaceutical composition and to a method of treating a medical disorder, selected from neurological and psychiatric disorders associated with glutamate dysfunction.
Patent AU-2008291635-B2 (AU)
Title: Mechanical regulation of electrical frequency in an electrical generation system
Inventor: DURAND TONY
IPC: H02P9/06
Filed: 2008-04-08
Granted: 2013-08-22
Abstract: There is provided an electrical generation system for producing an alternating electric current with a regulated frequency from motive power with variable speed. The rotor of an alternator is mechanically coupled to the motive power and thus rotates with a variable speed. In order to compensate for the rotor speed variation, the alternator stator is rotated about the rotor such that the relative speed between the stator and the rotor is regulated. The stator speed is controlled such that the frequency of the produced alternating current is regulated.
Patent AU-2008311812-B2 (AU)
Title: Method and system for real-time media synchronisation across a network
Inventor: RANNEY MATTHEW J
IPC: H04L12/58
Filed: 2008-10-17
Granted: 2013-01-17
Abstract: Methods and systems for progressive synchronization in real-time of stored copies of media transmitted between nodes on a network. The methods and systems include progressively transmitting available indexed media from a sending node to a receiving node with a packet size and packetization interval sufficient to enable the near real-time rendering of the indexed media, wherein the near real-time rendering of the indexed media provides a recipient with an experience of reviewing the transmitted media live. At the receiving node, the transmitted indexed media is progressively receive and any indexed- media that is not already locally stored at the receiving node is noted. The methods and systems also include the real-time synchronization of the media of a conversation between two communication devices over the network by requesting missing media from the sending node. As voice or other media is created at either communication device, the copies of the media are synchronized in real-time across the network. The methods and systems also include optimized routing protocols that are simple to implement and decrease network traffic and latency.
Patent AU-2008319029-B2 (AU)
Title: Nozzle assembly for a washer
Inventor: ROBERT MAXIME
IPC: B05B15/68
Filed: 2008-10-22
Granted: 2013-05-09
Abstract: The present invention provides a spray arm assembly comprised of a tubular member rotatable about a fixed axis. The tubular member has an internal passage and a central axis extending a length of the tubular member. A nozzle assembly is attachable to an end of the tubular member and fluidly communicates with the internal passage of the tubular member. The nozzle assembly is comprised of an insert attachable to the tubular member in a predetermined position. A nozzle body has an aperture therein defining a spray orifice. The nozzle body is moυntable to the insert in one of a plurality of positions wherein the spray orifice has an orientation based upon a position of the nozzle body relative to the insert. A fastening means is provided for fastening the insert and the nozzle body together in one of the plurality of positions.
Patent AU-2008361375-B2 (AU)
Title: Immunomodulatory extracts from Lactobacillus bacteria and methods of manufacturing and use thereof
Inventor: BAUER JACQUES ALAIN
IPC: A61K35/747
Filed: 2008-09-04
Granted: 2014-05-22
Abstract: The present invention includes extracts from Lactobacillus bacteria, which may produce immunomodulatory effects in subjects. Embodiments of the invention may be used, for example, as nutraceuticals or pharmaceuticals for treatment of diseases or as adjuvants in medical treatment, such as those related to an imbalance of the production of anti-inflammatory or proinflammatory cytokines. Conditions for which extracts of the invention may be useful include infections, allergies, autoimmunity disorders, and inflammation, or as adjuvants providing healthful benefits in subjects. The invention also includes, inter alia, methods of making and using such extracts. The invention also relates to particular strains of Lactobacillus bacteria.
Patent AU-2009200130-B2 (AU)
Title: Ruthenium complex
Inventor: YIN TA-CHUNG
IPC: C07F15/00
Filed: 2009-01-14
Granted: 2012-02-16
Abstract: RUTHENIUM COMPLEX Abstract The present invention relates to a ruthenium complex, represented by the following formula (I): 5 RuLL'X 2 (I) wherein L, L' and X are defined the same as the specification. The ruthenium complex of the present invention is suitable for Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell (DSSC) and has good photoelectric characteristics.
Patent AU-2009202281-B2 (AU)
Title: A froth flotation method and an apparatus for extracting a valuable substance from a slurry
Inventor: BOURKE PETER
IPC: B03D1/02
Filed: 2009-06-09
Granted: 2014-07-24
Abstract: (57) In a froth flotation method and apparatus an upwardly open circular trough (4) having outlets (5) on the outer periphery of the trough is arranged horizontally above the froth phase (F) so that the trough is coaxial with the 5 flotation vessel (1), and said circular trough is rotated around its center axis. A stationary water pipe (6) is arranged above the trough (4). Fresh water (W) is fed via the water pipe (6) into the trough (4) while the trough is rotating, and the water is let to flow by gravity and 10 centrifugal force from the trough (4) via the outlets (5) into the froth phase (F). (Fig. 1) N:\Melboure\Cases\Patent\B1000-81999\P81109.AU\Speie\GHSPECII.P81189AU.do \1 5 .,w 5 14 > 2 00 C', .13 2: 26 2 Fig. 1 N: \Me I boume\Ca-s\ Patent\ 81000-81999\PO I 189.AU\SpeCio\GHSPECI 1. PSI 169AU.dm
Patent AU-2009202705-B2 (AU)
Title: Peptides that ameliorate atherosclerosis
Inventor: FOGELMAN ALAN M
IPC: A61P29/00
Filed: 2009-07-03
Granted: 2013-01-10
Abstract: This invention provides novel peptides that ameliorate one or more symptoms of atherosclerosis (see Figure 23). The peptides comprises at least one class A amphipathic helix 5 and at least one D-amino acid. The peptides are highly stable and readily administered via an oral route. 50000 -- P<0.001 o- C-- 40000 -- 79% I-- 30000 -0 SALINE LIPOSOMES D-4F FIG. 23 IN LIPOSOMES r- P<0.00001 Z: 40000 89.4% 84.9% 0-0 L- JL--J L-.J WATER 2.5 mg D4-F 5.0 mg D-4F
Patent AU-2009211201-B2 (AU)
Title: Fluid extraction or filtration device, associated materials and methods
Inventor: ULIJN REIN VINCENT
IPC: A61M1/14
Filed: 2009-02-09
Granted: 2014-02-06
Abstract: A fluid extraction or filtration device (1) for removing fluid from a body, the device comprising an array of microneedles (6) for contacting fluid in said body and an absorbent gel matrix (3) in fluid communication with said array of microneedles. There is further provided a combined fluid extraction and sampling device and methods employing the device (s), for example in determining the level of a target species in a sample of fluid, transdermal dialysis and renal replacement therapy. There is further provided an absorbent gel matrix for use in the treatment of uraemia and a haemodialysis filter comprising an absorbent gel matrix. Use of such a matrix is described in the context of methods including haemodialysis, transdermal dialysis and gastrointestinal dialysis.
Patent AU-2009211468-B2 (AU)
Title: ACK/NACK channelization for resource blocks containing both ACK/NACK and CQI
Inventor: LUNTTILA TIMO ERKKI
IPC: H04L5/00
Filed: 2009-02-03
Granted: 2014-02-13
Abstract: In one exemplary embodiment, a method includes: transmitting a value from an access node towards an apparatus, where the value is indicative of a size of a first portion of an uplink resource block, where the uplink resource block is shared among a plurality of apparatus, where the first portion is specified for transmission of a first type of signaling to the access node, where a second portion of the uplink resource block is specified for transmission of a second type of signaling to the access node; and receiving at least one transmission using at least one of the first portion and the second portion.
Patent AU-2009221399-B2 (AU)
Title: Use of alternan as a thickening agent and thickening agent compositions containing alternan and another thickening agent
Inventor: PILLING JENS
IPC: A23L21/10
Filed: 2009-03-06
Granted: 2014-10-09
Abstract: The invention relates to the use of alternan as a thickening agent, in particular for foodstuffs, a thickening agent composition comprising alternan and at least one other thickening agent, a foodstuff comprising the thickening agent composition, and a method of increasing the viscosity of foodstuffs.
Patent AU-2009251000-B2 (AU)
Title: Housing for vehicle power systems
Inventor: CROW DOUGLAS T
IPC: B60K15/067
Filed: 2009-12-17
Granted: 2012-02-09
Abstract: A housing (10) is for containing an energy source (2), such as a fuel tank, battery or fuel cell, and other power system components of a vehicle having a seat (4). The housing includes a body (12), preferably a generally rectangular box, connectable with the vehicle and configured to support the seat. The body has an interior space sized to receive the energy source and the other power system components, such that the energy and other components are supported by the body, including when the body is unconnected with the vehicle.