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Patent CA-2574869-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NALLAPA VENKATAPATHI R
IPC: G01P3/44
Filed: 2005-07-28
Abstract: An encoder failure detector system and method for detecting failure of an encoder at near-zero rotational speeds. For example, in one embodiment a failure is indicated if a torque command exceeds a selected threshold for a selected period of time and no movement of a rotor is detected during the selected period of time.
Patent CA-2577425-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CORSON M SCOTT
IPC: H04B7/212
Filed: 2005-08-16
Abstract: Group communications methods and apparatus (700) are described. Multiple modes of group communications signaling are supported. In a first mode (706), copies of packets are separately transmitted to each group member in a sector or cell. In a second mode (712) a copy of a packet is directed to multiple group members at the same time. Transitions between the two modes may be determined as a function of the cost of operating in each of the modes (708) in terms of system cost and/or the number of group members (704) in a cell or sector being serviced by a transmitter.
Patent CA-2577672-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BOWERS JACK W
IPC: G02C7/04
Filed: 2005-08-16
Abstract: The invention provides tinted contact lenses that include a plurality of cells that serve to enhance or alter the appearance of the wearer's iris. The lens may also incorporates addtional elements that overlie a portion of the wearer's iris or limbal region.
Patent CA-2580597-A1 (CA)
Inventor: IGNAFOL GUY M
IPC: B60R19/02
Filed: 2005-09-16
Abstract: A bumper includes a tubular primary beam, such as a rollformed D-shaped beam made of high-strength steel, with at least one longitudinal channel formed in its face surface. One or more mild steel thin-wall tube sections are positioned in the channel(s) and welded in place for increased strength in selected areas, while permitting overall weight savings in the bumper.
Patent CA-2582165-A1 (CA)
Title: Snow shovel
Inventor: ADINATA YOHANS S
IPC: E01H5/02
Filed: 2007-03-19
Abstract: The manually powered wheeled-levered shovel/launcher device for the purpose of snow removal, which permits user to stand relatively upright; while, engaged in shoveling with minimal effort and limited bending posture resulting in safer operation.  The shoveling device has a handle at one end to a tool head, such as a snow shovel head. A collapsibly foldable wheel assembly acts as a fulcrum is attached to the device for easy handling a snow load. Shovel head is able to tilt downward coupled with spring-loaded mechanism for the purpose of altering the launch direction from upward direction due to centrifugal force around the wheel resting on the ground to forward direction when a sudden force downward is applied on the handl
Patent CA-2582629-A1 (CA)
Title: Dispositif d'injection d'un melange d'air et de carburant, chambre de combustion et turbomachine munies d'un tel dispositif
Inventor: CAYRE ALAIN
IPC: F23R3/28
Filed: 2007-03-28
Abstract: L'invention concerne un dispositif d'injection d'un mélange d'air et de carburant dans une chambre de combustion de turbomachine pour lequel l'alimentation en air est améliorée. L'invention concerne plus particulièrement un nouveau type de traversée coulissante.
Patent CA-2583139-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LESCH SANDIE
IPC: A61K8/37
Filed: 2007-03-28
Abstract: La présente invention concerne une composition cosmétique pour le lavage des matières kératiniques constituée d'une microémulsion comprenant - de l'eau, - au moins un ester de sorbitan oxyéthyléné, - au moins une huile choisie parmi les esters gras différents des esters de sorbitan oxyéthyléné, les silicones aminées, et leurs mélanges, - au moins un tensioactif anionique, et - au moins un tensioactif amphotère ou zwittérionique. Un autre objet de l'invention est un procédé de traitement cosmétique des matières kératiniques, notamment des cheveux ou de la peau, mettant en oeuvre ladite composition.
Patent CA-2585816-A1 (CA)
Inventor: COMPER WAYNE
IPC: G01N33/52
Filed: 2005-10-18
Abstract: A test strip for semi-quantitatively measuring amount of albumin in a urine sample is provided. The test strip contains Coomassie Brilliant Blue on a test pad area which is wetted with the urine sample, providing a color change in the presence of protein. The color that develops at the test pad area is compared to a color reference determined by correlating the amount of total protein detected in a standard sample by Bradford assay with the amount of total albumin determined in the sample by HPLC.
Patent CA-2589791-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DITURO MICHAEL A
IPC: C11D3/37
Filed: 2007-05-22
Abstract: An aqueous wheel cleaning solution for removing the dirt form the surface of aluminum, chrome, stainless steel, painted steel, painted aluminum, clear coated aluminum, rubber, and plastic wheels and tires without scrubbing by applying the cleaning solution to the wheel and/or tire then rinsing the wheel and/or tire with water.
Patent CA-2589908-A1 (CA)
Title: Use of a cyclopentenone prostaglandin for delaying for the onset and/or preventing the continuation of labour
Inventor: LINDSTROM TAMSIN
IPC: A61P15/06
Filed: 2004-12-02
Abstract: The present invention provides the use of a cyclopentenone prostaglandin in the manufacture of a medicament for delaying the onset and/or preventing the continuation of labour in a female. Preferably the cyclopentenone prostaglandin prevents and/or reduces an inflammatory response in the reproductive system of a female. Preferably, the cyclopentenone prostaglandin is 15-deoxy-.DELTA.12,14-prostaglandin J2 or prostaglandin A1, or a precursor thereof. The invention further provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising cyclopentenone prostaglandin and methods of use thereof.
Patent CA-2590815-A1 (CA)
Title: Irregularly shaped envelope and method for making irregularly shaped envelopes
Inventor: TUCCI LOU
IPC: B65D27/00
Filed: 2007-06-04
Abstract: An irregularly shaped envelope and a method of forming an irregularly shaped envelope comprising a rear panel, a front panel, a closure flap and a side flap in which the side flap is folded over a portion of the rear panel, the front panel is secured to both the folded side flap and a side portion of th e rear panel, opposite the side flap, and a shape is formed in the side portion of the envelope opposite the side flap.
Patent CA-2591292-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MAK MICHAEL MAN HO
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2005-11-29
Abstract: An electronic commerce method that includes publishing an offer for a product or service, receiving the published offer and conditionally accepting the offer, and forwarding the conditional acceptance to a matching processor to request the product or service. The matching processor receives the conditional acceptance by the matching processor, determines whether conditions present in the conditional acceptance can be fulfilled, and forwards at least one option for acceptance. The at least one option for selection is displayed and the user, selects any one of the at least one options. Upon selection, a token is provided to the user. The token is configured to be used to redeem the service or product, be transferable to another user device, or to be stored for future redemption of the product or service.
Patent CA-2596311-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HOLT STEPHEN
IPC: A61K33/24
Filed: 2006-01-20
Abstract: The present invention relates to herbal compositions containing the Hoodia gordonii and synergistically enhancing ingredients such as green coffee bean extract. The compositions are useful in controlling obesity and supporting the treatment of various health conditions related thereto, including Syndrome X.  Methods of treatment using the compositions described herein are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2597134-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TACHDJIAN CATHERINE
IPC: A23L23/00
Filed: 2006-02-06
Abstract: The inventions disclosed herein relate to the discovery of the use of compounds having the formula shown below and certain subgenera or species thereof, as flavor or taste modifiers, particularly, savory ("umami") taste modifiers, savory flavoring agents and savory flavor enhancers in foods, beverages, and other comestible compositions.
Patent CA-2597482-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FINNE ERLING
IPC: C12N15/10
Filed: 2006-02-13
Abstract: A method of isolating nucleic acid from a sample is provided that includes contacting a sample that includes nucleic acid with a solid support, wherein the surface of the solid support includes groups that can complex with the nucleic acid, in the presence of a solution that includes an oligoethylene glycol having 10 or fewer ethylene oxide-units and a salt comprising a monovalent or divalent metal ion, whereby soluble nucleic acid in said sample binds to the surface of the support; separating the solid support with bound nucleic acid from the sample; and eluting the bound nucleic acid from the solid support, thereby isolating nucleic acid from the sample. Also provided is a method of washing nucleic acids bound to a solid support that includes providing a solid support, wherein nucleic acid molecules are bound to the surface of the solid support; and washing the solid support with a solution that includes an oligoethylene glycol having 10 or fewer ethylene oxide units.
Patent CA-2599508-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for jointly obtaining a chlorine derivative and crystals of sodium carbonate
Inventor: COUSTRY FRANCIS
IPC: C25B1/46
Filed: 2006-03-07
Abstract: An aqueous solution of sodium chloride is electrolyzed in a cell (1) with an ion permselective membrane to produce, on the one hand, chlorine (16) which is converted in a chlorine production unit (6) and, on the other, an aqueous sodium hydroxide solution (19), which is carbonated using a flue gas (13) from an electricity and steam cogeneration unit (5), and the resulting carbonated solution (18) is evaporated to produce sodium carbonate crystals (21).
Patent CA-2601798-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LIND CLIFTON
IPC: A63F9/24
Filed: 2006-02-06
Abstract: A gaming machine (100) includes a number of game implementation devices, each adapted to be placed alternatively in an enabled or disabled condition. Each respective game implementation device is operable to implement at least a portion of a respective game at the gaming machine (100) when the respective game implementation device is in its enabled state in the gaming machine. The gaming machine (100) also includes an enabling arrangement for selectively placing any of the respective implementation devices in the enabled state. A  video display (104) is included in the gaming machine (100) for displaying graphic portions of a respective one of the games when the respective game is implemented at the gaming machine (100).
Patent CA-2602434-A1 (CA)
Title: Dendritic cell compositions and methods
Inventor: POGUE-CALEY REBECCA
IPC: A61K39/00
Filed: 2006-04-07
Abstract: Methods are provided for the production of dendritic cells from monocytes that have been incubated at a temperature of 1~C - 34~C for a period of approximately 6 to 96 hours from the time they are isolated from a subject.  After the incubation period, the monocytes can then be induced to differentiate into dendritic cells. Mature dendritic cells made by the methods of the invention have increased levels of one or more of CD80, CD83, CD86, MHC  class I molecules, or MHC class II molecules as compared to mature dendritic cells prepared from monocytes that have not been held at 1~C - 34~C for at least 6 hours from the time they were isolated from a subject. Dendritic cells made by the methods of the invention are useful for the preparation of vaccines and for the stimulation of T cells.
Patent CA-2603468-A1 (CA)
Title: Schema updating for synchronizing databases connected by wireless interface
Inventor: TYSOWSKI PIOTR K
IPC: G06F13/00
Filed: 2007-09-20
Abstract: A method of updating a database, including data records, to accord with an updated schema.  The method includes obtaining, at a portable electronic device, the updated schema associated with the database. If a field is deleted in the updated schema, the data records are updated by deleting the field from each of the data records. An update command is transmitted from the portable electronic device for updating the database schema for a corresponding backup database at a server.
Patent CA-2605469-A1 (CA)
Title: Exhaust filter module with mechanically positionable scan probe
Inventor: MORSE THOMAS C
IPC: B01D45/00
Filed: 2006-04-28
Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally provide a filter module having a mechanically positionable test probe disposed therein and a method for testing a filter. In one embodiment, a filter module includes a housing adapted to receive a filter element. A sample probe suitable for leak testing the filter element is disposed in the interior volume of the housing. The sample probe may be moved to scan the filter by an actuator. In another embodiment, a method for testing a filter includes challenging a room side of a filter element disposed in a housing with a test aerosol, moving a probe disposed within the housing to obtain samples for testing and determining if the samples exceed a predefined leak criteria.
Patent CA-2607267-A1 (CA)
Title: Health food and pharmaceutical composition for amelioration of disease induced by metabolic disorder in cartilage
Inventor: UCHIDA ATSUMASA
IPC: A23L17/50
Filed: 2006-05-02
Abstract: Disclosed are a composition, a composition for a health food and a pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. The health food and the pharmaceutical composition have a synergistic effect of glucosamine, collagen and isoflavone aglycone, and therefore are useful for the relief or treatment of a condition of a disease induced by metabolic disorder in cartilage, particularly rheumatoid arthritis.
Patent CA-2608085-A1 (CA)
Title: Gas-solid phase reaction
Inventor: ROEB MARTIN
IPC: B01J19/12
Filed: 2006-03-31
Abstract: The invention relates to a method and a reactor for the quasi-continuous performance of a chemical reaction on the surface of a fixed co-reactant during a gas-solid phase reaction. The invention especially relates to a thermal method and a reactor for the continuous production of hydrogen from water vapour on the surface of a metal oxide during a gas-solid phase reaction.
Patent CA-2610381-A1 (CA)
Title: A subscriber board
Inventor: LI DONG
IPC: H04Q1/20
Filed: 2006-05-26
Abstract: A subscriber board uses Microsoft Electro Mechanical System (MEMS) relay, and thus avoids the disadvantages of wide square occupied in broadband subscriber board by mechanical relay, liquid relay and the like, low PCB integration density of broadband subscriber board, high power consumption of mechanical relay and relative poor high-frequency performance of liquid relay and the like. Therefore the technical solution of the present invention can increase PCB integration density of subscriber board, improve electrical characteristic, and reduce the power consumption of subscriber board. The present invention also discloses broadband subscriber board and narrowband subscriber board
Patent CA-2614849-A1 (CA)
Title: Protein isolate compositions and uses thereof
Inventor: BORDERS CHERYL KAY
IPC: A23J3/18
Filed: 2006-06-23
Abstract: The various non-limiting embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a protein-based binder or coating system for particulate- and/or powder-type food systems, for example, to form nutritive ready-to-eat food bars, protein bars, snack pieces, or cereal clusters, where the binder comprises a modified wheat protein isolate. Other non-limiting embodiments relate to food compositions comprising a modified wheat protein isolate binder, and at least one of food particulates; powdered food ingredients, such as protein powders;  and combinations thereof. In addition, methods for forming the various non-limiting embodiments of the food compositions and the modified wheat protein isolate binder systems are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2616236-A1 (CA)
Title: Upright vacuum cleaner having latch mechanism with replaceable stop
Inventor: MUHLENKAMP ERIC E
IPC: A47L9/00
Filed: 2007-12-21
Abstract: An upright vacuum cleaner includes a housing having a nozzle assembly and a canister assembly. The nozzle assembly and canister assembly are pivotally connected together. A suction inlet is provided on the nozzle assembly. A dirt collection vessel and a suction generator are both carried on the housing. A latch mechanism secures the canister assembly in an upright or storage position relative to the nozzle assembly. The latch mechanism includes an activator and a replaceable stop.
Patent CA-2618290-A1 (CA)
Title: Fuse sleeve having window for blown fuse indication
Inventor: SIEBENS LARRY
IPC: H01H85/143
Filed: 2008-01-21
Abstract: A protective sleeve for a fuse connection includes an insulative sleeve body having first and second body portions adapted to provide a water-resistant seal at opposite ends of the fuse connection and a substantially transparent window disposed between the first and second body portions. The window permits a visual indicator of the fuse of the fuse connection to be visible therethrough.
Patent CA-2623180-A1 (CA)
Title: Use of an elastomeric blend as a material for use in the field of fuel cells
Inventor: VIOL MICHAEL
IPC: H01M8/24
Filed: 2006-09-14
Abstract: Use of elastomer blends as a material in fuel cell, preferably direct-methanol fuel cell, comprises a rubber (A) having at least two functional groups, which are cross-linked by hydrosilylation; at least another rubber (B) having at least two functional groups, which are cross-linked by hydrosilylation; a cross-linking agent comprising a hydrosiloxane or its derivatives with at least two silicon hydroxy groups per molecule; a hydrosilylation catalyst system and at least a filler, where the rubber (A) and (B) are chemically different from each other.
Patent CA-2624551-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FOXX MICHAEL
IPC: B61G5/08
Filed: 2008-03-07
Abstract: A brake hose support according to the invention comprises: a bracket fixedly attached to the yoke of the coupling apparatus of a rail car and a swivel fitting attached to the bracket which is rotatable around a pivot center. The swivel fitting can be rotated so that the angle of the end hose opening with respect to the angle cock is adjustable.
Patent CA-2626061-A1 (CA)
Title: Cell-free synthesis of membrane bound polypeptides
Inventor: WUU JESSICA
IPC: C12P21/02
Filed: 2006-10-31
Abstract: Methods are provided for the utilization of bacterial cell-free extracts in the synthesis of high yields of membrane-associated polypeptides.
Patent CA-2627886-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SHAW TIMOTHY MARK
IPC: C07K16/28
Filed: 2006-11-14
Abstract: Methods of treating joint damage in a subject eligible for treatment are provided involving administering an antagonist that binds to a B-cell surface marker, such as CD20 antibody, to the subject in an amount effective to slow progression of the joint damage as measured by radiography. Further provided are articles of manufacture useful for such methods.
Patent CA-2630144-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DUBOIS GRANT E
IPC: A23L29/206
Filed: 2006-11-17
Abstract: The present invention relates generally to edible gel compositions comprising non- caloric or low-caloric high-potency sweeteners and methods for making and using them. In particular, the present invention relates to different edible gel compositions comprising at least one non-caloric or low-caloric natural and/or synthetic high-potency sweetener and at least one sweet taste improving composition. The present invention also relates to edible gel compositions and methods that can improve the tastes of non-caloric or low- caloric natural and/or synthetic high-potency sweeteners by imparting a more sugar-like taste or characteristic. In particular, the edible gel compositions and methods provide a more sugar-like temporal profile, including sweetness onset and sweetness linger, and/or a more sugar-like flavor profile.
Patent CA-2630637-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HONG RONG-DER
IPC: F16B45/02
Filed: 2008-05-06
Abstract: A rivet includes a main body having a rod portion connected integrally to an enlarged head portion and extending through first and second members. An end portion of the rod portion extends outwardly of an assembly of the first and second members, and has a thinner section interconnecting thicker and frusto-conical sections. A diameter of the frusto-conical section is smaller than that of the thicker section, is not smaller than that of the thinner section, and decreases gradually toward the thinner section. A cover body is sleeved fittingly on the end portion of the rod portion, and has a through hole permitting extension of the end portion of the rod portion therethrough so that the frusto-conical section of the end portion covers the through hole in the cover body, thereby positioning the cover body on the assembly of the first and second members.
Patent CA-2630883-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WILSON GUY EMERSON
IPC: F24C15/16
Filed: 2006-11-22
Abstract: An oven for cooking food comprising a cabinet with a front side that includes an opening, a door moveable between a closed position closing the opening and a fully open position allowing access to the oven interior, the oven also having a drawer which forms at least part of a cooking chamber, the drawer configured to be fully located within the cabinet when the door is closed, the oven also including a drawer support means which supports the drawer, the drawer support means supporting the drawer as it moves into and out of the cabinet, the oven also including a controllable heating source which supplies sufficient heat to the inside of the drawer to cook food positioned therein when in the closed position, the oven also including a vertically movable shelf located within the drawer which is supported by a shelf support means.
Patent CA-2632481-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MUCK AARON J
IPC: B01D45/00
Filed: 2006-12-06
Abstract: The invention provides a vane-type mist eliminator device having formed or corrugated sheets, flat sheets, and integral louvers. The corrugated sheets and flat sheets are layered such that the arrangement of sheets and integral louvers creates at least one tortuous fluid flow channel from an inlet to a vapor outlet of the device An outer casing or frame is sufficient to hold the sheets together.
Patent CA-2633352-A1 (CA)
Title: Ergonomic extendable/retractable ladder
Inventor: KELLY MICHAEL J
IPC: E06C1/12
Filed: 2006-12-27
Abstract: An extendable/retractable ladder assembly includes a first column and a second column, the first column nesting in the second column, and a first rung coupled to, and extending from the second column. A ladder assembly bracket includes a collar portion, which extends about the second column, and a rung portion, which extends from the collar portion into the first rung. The collar portion may be gripped by a hand of an operator in order to position a thumb of the hand in engagement with a button to retract a locking pin of a latch assembly mounted within the rung portion of the bracket.
Patent CA-2634918-A1 (CA)
Title: Analyzing content to determine context and serving relevant content based on the context
Inventor: SRAVANAPUDI AJAY
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2006-12-22
Abstract: According to one general aspect, a method for supplement-ing input content with related content includes receiving the input content and identifying concepts from the input content. The method also includes identifying a taxonomy associated with the concepts, and analyzing the concepts using the taxonomy to generate a set of categorized concepts. The method also includes submitting the categorized concepts to a database to identify the related content and to supplement the input content with the related content.