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Patent CA-2670509-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HANSBRO JEFFREY M
IPC: E04F21/06
Filed: 2009-06-25
Abstract: Construct a wall assembly by: (a) providing a support structure with space d apart structural members; (b) affixing a thermally insulating layer of polymeric foam boards to the structural members, the foam boards achieving a Class A rating according to ASTM E-84; (c) covering seams between polymeric foam boards with a sealing tape; (d) affixing a plurality of fasteners through the thermally insulating layer to structural members with the fasteners extending beyond the outside surface of the thermally insulating layer; (e) attaching a façade selected from metal panel, metal-composite-metal panels, fiber reinforced cementitious siding veneer and materials having a thickness of at least 1.9 centimeters (0.75 inches) that qualify as "non-combustible" according to ASTM E136 to the fasteners and within five centimeters of the thermally insulating layer; and desirably (f) applying a spray polyurethane foam material to seal gaps through the thermally insulating layer; the process being free of applying gypsum sheathing layer or wood-based sheathing betwee n structural members and the thermally insulating layer.
Patent CA-2672319-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for streaming shared media files with usb connected wireless media device
Inventor: HIRD DALE KYLE
IPC: H04N5/44
Filed: 2009-07-10
Abstract: A method of downloading and playing a media file stored on a network computer, on a media player having a USB port to input data thereto, comprises the following steps: i) providing a streaming media device having USB wireless radio hardware including an embedded operating system, a controller, a basic input output system which controls the hardware and interfaces with the operating system, a caching system -controlled by the operating system, a data storage capability, and a USB port; ii) connecting the USB port of the player to the USB jack connected to the streaming media device; and, iii) selectively downloading a shared data file from the network computer to the streaming device connected to the media player. In another aspect of the invention the streaming media device is integrated within the media player and the above method deletes the step of designated ii) above.
Patent CA-2673612-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for coating dental tape
Inventor: CHODZKO JOHN
IPC: B05D1/18
Filed: 2009-07-21
Abstract: This present invention relates to a process for evenly and uniformly coating textured tape (e.g., dental tape).
Patent CA-2674234-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LONGORIA JOSE
IPC: A45D8/20
Filed: 2007-12-20
Abstract: A hair retaining clip includes clip members that are pivotally connected to one another and movable between a generally open configuration and a generally closed configuration. A hair gripping component is fixedly attached to one of the clip members and is made from a relatively soft material. The hair gripping component is generally shielded from contact with hair within the hair retaining clip when the clip members are in the generally open configuration, and the hair gripping component contacts hair within the hair retaining clip when the clip members are in the generally closed configuration.
Patent CA-2677761-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for reducing cold start emissions
Inventor: SMITH JAMES B
IPC: F02M27/02
Filed: 2004-09-28
Abstract: A method reduces cold start emissions in spark ignited internal combustion engines. The method includes supplying a fuel having an additive that includes a metal--containing compound to a spark ignited internal combustion engine. The metal--containing compound is supplied in an amount effective to reduce cold start emissions.  In one example, the metal is manganese and the additive compound is MMT.
Patent CA-2677942-A1 (CA)
Inventor: QUINE BRENDAN MARK
IPC: E04H12/00
Filed: 2008-02-21
Abstract: A freestanding space elevator tower for launching payloads, tourism, observation, scientific research and communications. The space elevator tower has a segmented elevator core structure, each segment being formed of at least one pneumatically pressurized cell. The pressure cells may be filled with air or another gas. Elevator cars may ascend or descend on the outer surface of the elevator core structure or in a shaft on the interior of the elevator core structure. A payload may be launched from a pod or deck at the upper end of the space elevator tower. The space elevator tower is stabilized by gyroscopic and active control machinery. The space elevator tower maintains a desired pressure level through gas compressor machinery. Methods of constructing the space elevator are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2682288-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DUQUEINE VINCENT
IPC: B29C69/00
Filed: 2008-03-28
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for making a thermoplastic composite part by moulding, that comprises: making several portions of the part according to a moulding method that comprises placing in a mould a composite material containing fibres imbedded in a thermoplastic matrix while arranging the material so that the fibres contained therein are oriented along one or more preferred directions; submitting said mould to particular pressure and temperature conditions knowing that for each of the different portions, the fibres may be of different natures and dimensions and may be oriented in different directions while the thermoplastic matrix and that of the material used for making the first portion are identical or compatible; and assembling the different portions obtained, placing them in a mould, and submitting the latter to particular pressure and temperature conditions.
Patent CA-2682369-A1 (CA)
Title: Ice skate runner
Inventor: CHRETIEN ALEXANDRE
IPC: A63C1/32
Filed: 2008-03-28
Abstract: An ice skate runner for engagement in a blade holder of an ice skate, the blade holder having an opening defined along a bottom edge thereof and fastening means to retain the runner. The runner comprises an upper polymeric portion shaped to be partially received within the opening of the holder and defining a major part of the runner, a lower portion having a greater density than that of the upper portion and defining a lower blade surface for engaging the ice. At least one of the upper and lower portions is shaped to removably engage the fastening means.
Patent CA-2683158-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CAO HAISHI
IPC: C09B23/08
Filed: 2008-02-11
Abstract: A molecular probe comprises two arsenic atoms and at least one cyanine based moiety. A method of producing a molecular probe includes providing a molecule having a first formula, treating the molecule with HgOAc, and subsequently transmetallizing with AsCI3. The As is liganded to ethanedithiol to produce a probe having a second formula. A method of labeling a peptide includes providing a peptide comprising a tag sequence and contacting the peptide with a biarsenical molecular probe. A complex is formed comprising the tag sequence and the molecular probe. A method of studying a peptide includes providing a mixture containing a peptide comprising a peptide tag sequence, adding a biarsenical probe to the mixture, and monitoring the fluorescence of the mixture.
Patent CA-2685208-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BANSAL REKHA
IPC: A01N43/04
Filed: 2008-04-24
Abstract: A method of inhibiting the adverse effects of complement pathway, activation products in a subject comprising administering to the subject an amount of Dextran Sulfate effective to inhibit formation of alternative complement pathway activation product.
Patent CA-2686499-A1 (CA)
Title: Dry air analyzer
Inventor: KEATE PETER
IPC: F28B9/08
Filed: 2009-12-01
Abstract: (1) That your petitioners have made an invention which when used in conjunction with compressed air equipment contains an element that visibly changes and indicates that moisture is being transmitted through the air line delivery tubing from the compressor to the tools being served. This visible indication directs the operator to attend to the compressed air producing equipment and correct and adjust as necessary to prevent contamination of the air flow as claimed in the specification submitted herewith.
Patent CA-2686578-A1 (CA)
Title: Design support apparatus
Inventor: YANAMI HITOSHI
IPC: G11B5/60
Filed: 2009-12-02
Abstract: A design support apparatus for determining a plurality of objective functions for modeling an object having a plurality of elements, each of the elements providing variable geometrical parameters, the design support apparatus includes a memory for storing the variable geometrical parameters and a processor for executing a process including: determining boundary information associated with specified geometrical parameters of the elements which indicate a state of contact between the elements, dividing the variable geometrical parameters into a plurality of groups on the basis of the boundary information, and determining the plurality of objective functions for each of the groups by using the variable geometrical parameters.
Patent CA-2687898-A1 (CA)
Title: Prepolymer systems having reduced monomeric isocyanate contents
Inventor: SAVINO THOMAS G
IPC: C08G18/12
Filed: 2009-12-04
Abstract: A prepolymer system has a monomeric isocyanate content of no greater than about 10% by weight based on 100 parts by weight of the prepolymer system. The prepolymer system comprises a diluent component and a prepolymer component different than and separate from the diluent component. The diluent component has an excess of isocyanate (NCO) functional groups, and comprises the reaction product of a monohydric isocyanate-reactive component and an excess of a first isocyanate component.  The first isocyanate component comprises monomeric isocyanates reactive with the monohydric isocyanate-reactive component. The prepolymer component also has an excess of NCO  functional groups, and comprises the reaction product of a polyol component and an excess of a second isocyanate component. The prepolymer system can be used to prepare foams via reaction with water. The foams have low density and have excellent adhesion and sound dampening properties for use in cavities of automobile bodies.
Patent CA-2688728-A1 (CA)
Title: Seal
Inventor: SCHMIED BENNO
IPC: F16J15/32
Filed: 2009-12-16
Abstract: A radial seal is disclosed with a sealing lip (1) which can be biased by a force transmitting element (2) in a radial direction (3) against a sealing surface (4) of a machine element (5) to be sealed. The force transmitting element (2) has an effective diameter (7) which can be adjusted in both radial directions (3) by an adjusting means (6).  The sealing and friction performance of the seal can be dynamically adjusted with this construction, reducing wear of the sealing lip.
Patent CA-2689577-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHOW JING HAYES
IPC: E21B37/00
Filed: 2008-06-19
Abstract: To perform a cleanout operation in a wellbore, a cleaning tool having a coiled tubing and an electrical pump assembly is run into the wellbore. The electrical pump assembly that is located in the wellbore is activated. In response to fluid flow generated by the electrical pump assembly, removal of debris from the wellbore is caused by directing fluid containing the debris into the coiled tubing for delivery to an earth surface.
Patent CA-2689595-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LEVANDOSKI SUSAN LAMTROUNG
IPC: C09J201/02
Filed: 2008-06-04
Abstract: Room temperature curing structural adhesive compositions including polyurethane oligomers having multi-methacrylate functionality, cycloalkylmethacrylate, at least one maleimide-functionalized compound and a cure system are disclosed. These compositions exhibit enhanced high temperature properties, including hot strength, heat/humidity strength, and heat aging strength, without compromising initial tensile strength and fixture speeds and still possessing a room temperature cure.
Patent CA-2690474-A1 (CA)
Title: Edging rail for a flooring
Inventor: SONDERMANN DAVID
IPC: E04F19/02
Filed: 2010-01-20
Abstract: An edging rail for a flooring (2) has a base member (3) and a covering member (4). These are integrally joined together. In order to fix the edging rail effectively to the flooring (2), at least one drive channel (10) is supported on the base member (3). Engaging in this drive channel (10) is at least one screw (11), which passes through a bore (12) in the covering member (4).
Patent CA-2692492-A1 (CA)
Title: Broadcast receiver and method of processing data
Inventor: CHO IL SOO
IPC: H04N19/89
Filed: 2008-07-04
Abstract: A broadcast receiver and a method of processing data are disclosed. The broadcast receiver includes a receiving unit, a RS frame decoder, a decoding unit, and an output unit. The receiving unit receives a broadcast signal multiplexed mobile broadcast service data including a first information associated with safety/security and main broadcast service data. The RS frame decoder performs CRC-decoding and RS-decoding on the RS frame, thereby correcting errors occurred in the corresponding mobile broadcast service data. The decoding unit extracts the first information from the error-corrected mobile broadcast service data, thereby decoding the extracted data with at least one of an audio decoder, a video decoder, and a data decoder. The output unit outputs the first information decoded by the decoder in a form of at least one of a text, a voice message, and an image.
Patent CA-2694895-A1 (CA)
Inventor: O'LOUGHLIN KEITH
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2008-07-04
Abstract: A system and method which provides workflow management is described. The system includes a central server which is configured to communicate with two or more handheld computing devices to effect a delivery of specific work tasks to users of the respective handheld devices. By maintaining an interface with the handheld devices it is possible to coordinate and control performance of specific tasks within the workflow environment.
Patent CA-2697054-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LOIPPO KIMMO
IPC: D21F1/04
Filed: 2008-08-18
Abstract: Method for compensating for uneven shrinkage in a paper web in the press and drying sections of a paper machine, in which there is at least one open draw. In the method, a flow guide/guides are used in the head box, by means of which the machine direction orientation tendency of the fibres is reduced in the edge areas of the web and the angle of detaching of the web from the centre roll is adjusted, by directing onto the web an air jet that is located in the cross direction and the pressure of which can be adjusted in the said direction.
Patent CA-2699018-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MODIR SHANECHI MERCEDEH
IPC: A61B5/117
Filed: 2010-04-06
Abstract: A method of associating handwriting with an individual, or authenticating a document or transaction based on handwriting of one or more individuals is provided, the method including (a) collecting by operation of a handwriting instrument, biometric data from a plurality of instances of handwriting of at least one individual, such biometric data including grip pressure and optionally including axial pressure, so as to create a set of handwriting biometric data elements; (b) modeling the handwriting biometric data elements to create, or facilitate the creation of, a functional characteristic model for the handwriting of each of the at least one individual; and (c) associating each of one or more target instances of handwriting with an individual associated with such handwriting based on the functional characteristic model, and optionally based on such association(s) authenticating a document or transaction. A handwriting instrument is also provided that includes an array of sensors that enable the capture of handwriting biometric data across a plurality of instances of handwriting of at least one individual, such array being operable to sense grip pressure and optionally axial pressure, wherein said array is disposed in substantially all of the area of the surface of a handwriting instrument where a user is likely to contact the handwriting instrument during writing, wherein the array is connected or connectable to a computer for analyzing the handwriting biometric data, and enabling based on such analysis association of handwriting with an individual, or authentication of a document or transaction based on handwriting of one or more individuals.
Patent CA-2701465-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KOLLARS THOMAS
IPC: A01N43/54
Filed: 2008-09-05
Abstract: Described herein are formulations and devices for delivering compounds to arthropods and microorganisms within the arthropods. The formulations are generally composed of a sugar and the compound, wherein the compound targets a particular pathogen or other microorganism within the arthropod, kills the arthropod, or a combination thereof.
Patent CA-2702714-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SPITZER RICK
IPC: B01D3/00
Filed: 2010-05-03
Abstract: In one aspect the invention provides an apparatus for treating contaminated fluid. The apparatus comprises a base member, a peripheral containment wall connected to the base member defining a containment volume, a dividing member for dividing the containment volume into an evaporation region for receiving contaminated fluid and a boiler region for heating contaminated fluid. The evaporation region is substantially open to atmosphere and the boiler region is substantially closed and comprises an inlet to introduce contaminated fluid into the boiler region and an outlet to allow evaporated water to exit the boiler region.  Heating means are provided to heat any contents in the boiler region while fluid transfer means transfer contaminated fluid from the evaporation region to the boiler region. Preferably, the boiler region is at least partially within the evaporation region. System and method aspects are also provided.
Patent CA-2704757-A1 (CA)
Inventor: XIE JIANPING
IPC: H04W8/02
Filed: 2008-09-23
Abstract: A method, device and system for forwarding a call to an international number are disclosed. The method includes: receiving a trigger request sent by an end office; connecting the call to a preconfigured redirection international number if it is determined that a called user has activated redirection international number service, according to the trigger request.  The device for forwarding a call to an international number includes a receiving unit, a forwarding service determination unit and a redirection number connecting unit. With the provided technical solution, the issue of forwarding the called user to the international number is addressed by using the number-modifying function of the SCP without modifying the international gateway.
Patent CA-2705083-A1 (CA)
Title: Tunable sustained release of a sparingly soluble hydrophobic therapeutic agent from a hydrogel matrix
Inventor: SCHOICHET MOLLY S
IPC: A23P10/00
Filed: 2010-05-21
Abstract: The incorporation of polymeric excipients into an injectable hydrogel matrix, for example, methyl cellulose in the case of a hydrogel matrix comprising hyaluronan and methylcellulose (HAMC) has been found to increase the solubility of sparingly soluble hydrophobic drugs and tune their rate of release. The hydrogel matrix may also include other sparingly soluble hydrophobic food or cosmetic agents.
Patent CA-2707525-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PETERSEN GERTH
IPC: A01K1/00
Filed: 2008-11-27
Abstract: Implement (1) for keeping dairy animals, provided with a first and a second production unit (A, B,...) and with a care unit having a plurality of subunits (3, 4, 7), wherein each production unit (A, B,..) is provided with at least one accommodation area for a production group, which comprises a group of lactating dairy animals, and with a milking implement for milking the production group, and wherein the subunits (3, 4, 7) of the care unit at least comprise a calving unit (4) for separately accommodating dairy animals in a calving period, and a milking implement for milking newly calved dairy animals, and an infirmary unit (7) for separately accommodating sick animals, characterized in that the care unit forms a connection between the production units (A, B,...). There is thus provided a compact disposition, comprising efficient and short distances, for dairy animals requiring care.
Patent CA-2710711-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PARK LINDY
IPC: E04H15/44
Filed: 2010-07-21
Abstract: A collapsible canopy frame having an improved roof and support structure. A collapsible canopy frame according to one embodiment includes a plurality of side poles; a plurality of edge scissor assemblies coupling adjacent side poles of the plurality of side poles to one another; a center pole for supporting a covering; a plurality of center pole ribs each coupling the center pole to a respective side pole of the plurality of side poles; and a plurality of center scissor assemblies coupling the plurality of edge scissor assemblies to the center pole.
Patent CA-2710912-A1 (CA)
Inventor: AUER JOHANNES
IPC: C07K16/28
Filed: 2009-01-13
Abstract: An antibody binding to CCR5 and being glycosylated with a sugar chain at Asn297, said antibody being characterized in that the amount of fucose within said sugar chain is 65 % or lower has improved properties in anti-inflammatory therapy.
Patent CA-2714927-A1 (CA)
Inventor: STAUFFER JOHN E
IPC: H01M10/22
Filed: 2010-09-17
Abstract: A rechargeable battery is provided such that the positive electrode companies lead, the negative electrode zinc, and the electrolyte is an aqueous solution of an alkali metal sulphate. Upon discharge, lead dioxide is reduced to lead sulphate and zinc is oxidized to zinc oxide. The reactions are reversed when the battery is charged.
Patent CA-2717185-A1 (CA)
Title: Dispositif de bouchage d'un col de recipient
Inventor: ANTIER GREGORY
IPC: B65D43/14
Filed: 2009-03-04
Abstract: Ce dispositif de bouchage (1) d'un col (3) de récipient (2), comporte un support (4) sensiblement tubulaire, définissant un premier axe (X-X) et apte à être solidarisé au col, un bouchon (14) de section sensiblement annulaire, articulé sur le support entre une position fermée et une position ouverte, une bande d'inviolabilité (20) de section sensiblement annulaire, portée de façon mobile par le support et reliée au bouchon dans sa position fermée par au moins un pontet frangible apte à être rompu lorsque le bouchon passe pour la première fois de sa position fermée à sa position ouverte. Pour rendre le dispositif à la fois facile d'utilisation et robuste, le support comporte une languette d'accrochage (8) qui s'étend depuis le support le long d'un deuxième axe (Y-Y) sensiblement perpendiculaire au premier axe (X-X) et qui est apte à s'engager dans une ouverture réalisée dans le bouchon. De plus, le bouchon est apte à prendre une forme de section ovoïde par pression latérale selon un troisième axe sensiblement perpendiculaire à la fois aux premier et deuxième axes lorsque le bouchon est dans la position fermée, le pontet ou au moins un des pontets étant situé dans une portion de la bande par laquelle passe le troisième axe. En outre, lorsque le bouchon prend sa forme de section ovoïde, la languette d'accrochage est dégagée de l'ouverture du bouchon après rupture du ou des pontets.
Patent CA-2718205-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DELLA CIANA LEOPOLDO
IPC: C09K11/07
Filed: 2010-10-20
Abstract: The present invention relates to a kit for the labelling of biomolecules bearing reactive amino or hydroxyl groups. The kit consists of a Reagent A and a Reagent B, individually packaged, comprising: a mixture of a carboxylated labelling compound and a tertiary amine (Reagent A); and a coupling reagent (Reagent B).  Upon contacting Reagent A with Reagent B, the carboxylated labelling compound is activated in-situ by the coupling reagent (a guanidinium, or uronium salt) in the presence of the tertiary amine. The active form of the carboxylated labelling compound is reacted with a biomolecules bearing reactive amino or hydroxyl groups, with formation of a stable covalent bond between the carboxylated labelling compound and the biomolecule.