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Patent CA-2520177-A1 (CA)
Title: Internal combustion engine for small-size planing boat
Inventor: HOI YOSUKE
IPC: F01M11/02
Filed: 2005-09-19
Abstract: To provide an internal combustion engine for a small-sized planing boat in which a lateral width of the oil pan is made narrow and its vertical width is also kept low in compliance with a shape of the boat bottom of the small-sized planing boat to enable an entire height of the internal combustion engine to be kept low. There is provided an internal combustion engine for a small-sized planing boat in which there is provided the oil pan connected from below to the lower surface of the crank case and extending along the boat bottom of the hull, the cavity with a long one side being opened in a forward or rearward direction by the frame wall protruded substantially in a vertical orientation in the oil pan and communicated with the oil pump is defined, the oil strainer is installed at the opening in a substantial vertical orientation to define across the cavity.
Patent CA-2522547-A1 (CA)
Title: Purification of off-gases from gas-fired plants
Inventor: CREIJGHTON YVES LODEWIJK MARIA
IPC: F01N3/28
Filed: 2004-03-29
Abstract: The invention relates to a method and apparatus for purifying off-gasses of gas-fired plants. According to the invention, just methane or both metane and Nox contents in an off-gas stream of a plant are reduced by contacting the off-gas stream with a plasma and a catalyst.
Patent CA-2522897-A1 (CA)
Title: Holographic product labeling method
Inventor: MIANO ROSEMARY
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 2004-04-14
Abstract: A holographic product labeling method includes defining a holographic image having content adapted to convey information relating to a product. In another aspect, the method includes providing a substrate encoded with a hologram adapted to render the holographic image. In yet another aspect, the method includes labeling the product with the substrate. Various implementations include use of true and/or multiplex holograms. Use of a transparent holographic substrate and an under label is further explored, as are uses of increased display capability provided to a given region of the holographic label according to the present invention.
Patent CA-2523136-A1 (CA)
Title: Coffee and creamer compositions
Inventor: PANESAR SATWINDER S
IPC: A23F5/46
Filed: 2003-04-28
Abstract: A coffee composition or creamer composition comprising: a) instant coffee and/or a creamer; and b) confectionery particle comprising a chocolate and having a size of at least 1 mm.
Patent CA-2526169-A1 (CA)
Title: Fusion proteins
Inventor: TSCHANG SHENG-HUNG RAINBOW
IPC: A61K38/00
Filed: 2004-06-10
Abstract: The invention provides active therapeutic peptides fused to specific IgG4-Fc derivatives. These fusion proteins have an increased half-life, reduced half antibody formation, and reduced effector activity, while not being immunogenic. The fusion proteins are useful in treating human diseases as well as a variety of other conditions or disorders.
Patent CA-2526641-A1 (CA)
Title: Fluid activated wheel/generator pair
Inventor: HENKENHAF WILLI
IPC: F03B17/06
Filed: 2003-12-31
Abstract: The invention provides a pair of co-rotating fluid powered wheel and generator pairs each rotating about a single vertical axis. Each wheel/generator is mounted on a respective axle one of which is solid and the other tubular.  Separation of fluid flow into 2 streams engages the wheels for rotation in opposite directions. Folding paddles collapse and extend to engage the moving fluid.
Patent CA-2527895-A1 (CA)
Title: Integrated optical communication and range finding system and applications thereof
Inventor: VARSHEYA DEEPAK
IPC: G01S17/86
Filed: 2004-06-10
Abstract: The present invention is directed toward systems for conducting laser range and enabling optical communication between a plurality of entities and to the application of such systems in a secure covert combat identification system.  In one embodiment, the present invention uses a novel laser system that generates high pulse rates, as required for optical communications, while concurrently generating sufficiently high power levels, as required by laser range finding operations. One application of the present invention is in enabling secure covert communications between a plurality of parties. Another application of the present invention is in tracking and identifying the movement of objects.
Patent CA-2528544-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HAVUKKALA ILKKA
IPC: C12N15/10
Filed: 2004-06-07
Abstract: Novel plant polysaccharide synthesis genes and polypeptides encoded by such genes are provided. These genes and polynucleotide sequences are useful regulating polysaccharide synthesis and plant phenotype. Moreover, these genes are useful for expression profiling of plant polysaccharide synthesis genes.
Patent CA-2531113-A1 (CA)
Title: Performance riser assembly
Inventor: STADLER THEODORE A
IPC: A63J1/00
Filed: 2005-12-21
Abstract: A performance riser assembly including a modular riser stage that can be assembled in multiple configurations to meet the needs of many musical performance groups and multiple venues. The invention also includes modular performance fixtures that can be assembled onto the riser stage so that the performance fixtures do not contact the platform and that can be configured in many different combinations to meet various performance needs.
Patent CA-2533491-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FEUER GERALD
IPC: A61F2/82
Filed: 2004-07-23
Abstract: Apparatus (10) is provided for accessing a body cavity comprising a tubular member (11) having a deflated configuration that facilitates viewing within the body cavity. The apparatus is formed by everting a length of material upon itself to form a tube having a single circumference seam at the distal end, and includes an inflation tube (13) that is sufficiently rigid to assist in inserting the tubular member (11) into a body cavity in the deflated insertion configuration. The tubular member further includes a pattern of staggered contact areas (22) that configured so as to avoid the creation of longitudinal features that preferentially bend when loaded, thereby ensuring that tubular member (11) provides a substantially circular central lumen (18).
Patent CA-2534752-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LARSEN OLE JEPPE FJORD
IPC: A01M29/00
Filed: 2004-08-11
Abstract: Foldable patio mainly consisting of mosquito net that - supported by a frame structure - forms the roof and three of the walls. The frame structure may be hinged at the foot of an outer wall forming the fourth wall of the patio. In folded condition the mosquito net is rolled up on an horizontal and two vertical rolls mounted on the outer wall. Un- and up-folding of the structure may be done manually, by means of motors or hydraulic piston-cylinders. By supplementing the sheet of mosquito net with sections of sun-tight, respectively rain-tight cloth, the structure also may protect against sun, respectively rain. By means of hinges the outermost end of the bottom frame may be made turnable if necessitated by narrow space conditions.
Patent CA-2537002-A1 (CA)
Title: Stack stop for conveyor system
Inventor: PRYOR GLEN F
IPC: B65G47/88
Filed: 2004-09-16
Abstract: An improved stopping mechanism is provided for a conveyor that accepts one or more streams of product input and converts the one or more streams to a format that is suitable for automatic loading to a subsequent machine, wherein a stack of slices must be temporarily stopped on the conveyor while moving. The stopping mechanism includes a lower stop having a lower stack-engaging portion and a lift portion, the lift portion selectively actuatable to elevate the lower stack-engaging portion to engage a bottom surface of the stack and to lift the stack above the conveying surface. The stopping mechanism further includes an upper stop having an upper stack-engaging portion and a lowering portion, the lowering portion selectively actuatable to lower the upper stack-engaging portion to engage an upper surface of the stack.
Patent CA-2538354-A1 (CA)
Title: Substituted naphthyl benzothiophene acids
Inventor: MCFARLANE GERALDINE RUTH
IPC: C07D333/56
Filed: 2004-09-24
Abstract: The present invention relates generally to substituted naphthyl benzothiophene acids and methods of using them.
Patent CA-2538808-A1 (CA)
Title: Applique
Inventor: RAWLINGS DIANE C
IPC: B32B27/42
Filed: 2004-09-15
Abstract: According to a non-limiting embodiment of the present invention, an applique coating is provided for a substrate. The applique coating includes a metal foil and a first polymer film underlying the metal foil. A topcoat overlying the metal foil may be provided as a layer of paint or as a second polymer film. An adhesive, such as a pressure sensitive adhesive, underlying the first polymer film may be provided to affix the applique coating to the substrate.  If desired, fibers may be dispersed throughout the second polymer film to provide anti-static properties. Also, an ink layer may be provided between the metal foil and the second polymer film, if desired, for aesthetic and/or anti-static purposes.
Patent CA-2538914-A1 (CA)
Title: Apparatus and method for measuring hemodynamic parameters
Inventor: BERES JOZSEF
IPC: A61B5/022
Filed: 2005-02-16
Abstract: Apparatus (10) for measuring hemodynamic parameters, especially for Augmentation Index (AIx) and/or Ejection Duration (ED), by non-invasive, cuff based occlusive, blood pressure measurement, which apparatus comprises occlusive, oscillometric automatic blood pressure meter and units, determining the values of hemodynamic parameters, characterised by an oscillation wave separating and storing signal detector (1), the sampling rate thereof is at least 200/heart cycle; and has an storage unit (5) resolution thereof is organised at least 9 bit, an preferably digital, anti-filter (8) to compensate the distortions rising at the sampling, separating and digitising the oscillation wave, an amplitude arithmetic (6) unit establishing the Aug~mentation Index (AIx); an synthetic organ (9) unit establishing the Ejection Duration (ED). Method for non-invasive measurement of hemodynamic characteristics, especially AN and/or ED, with an occlusive, pressure-sensor cuff, placed on the brachial artery, and with the apparatus (10) according to the invention by sampling, analysing, and evaluation of the signal flow of the oscillations of the pulse waves, characterised by that a usual stepwise blood pressure measurement is performed, and the SBP, DBP and HR values are stored, thereafter the signal distortions appeared at the sampling are compensated by an "anti-filter" process, after it the cuff is set over the systolic pressure, i.e. to supra-systolic pressure range, preferably SBP + 35 mmHg pressure, and from the received oscillation curves, on the basis of the wave amplitudes, we calculate the AIx; and on the oscillation curve determining the minimum point after the first reflex wave, we calculate the ED value.
Patent CA-2539850-A1 (CA)
Title: Surgical gel seal
Inventor: MYERS RICHARD L
IPC: A61B1/307
Filed: 2004-09-14
Abstract: A surgical valve includes a housing with a proximal housing portion and a distal housing portion cooperating to define a gel cavity. A seal material is disposed in the gel cavity and includes a gel having flow characteristics and in compressible characteristics. A distal guide tube is provided to facilitate retrograde insertion of a surgical instrument into the seal material. During assembly, pressure is applied by the housing portions to the seal material in order to form a circumferential seal and to close an instrument channel.  Manufacture can be facilitated by use of a mandrel for maintaining the structural elements in axial alignment. Complimentary screw threads disposed between the first and second housing portions can be used to pressurize the gel and thereby create a locking force on an inserted instrument. Detented tabs can be provided to facilitate control of this locking force.-
Patent CA-2543730-A1 (CA)
Title: Procede et systeme permettant de faciliter un paiement en recompense de promesses de micro-paiements accumulees avec un vendeur
Inventor: OMIDYAR PIERRE M
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 2003-11-10
Abstract: L'invention porte sur un procédé et un système permettant de faciliter des micro-paiements entre une pluralité de parties. Une première pluralité de promesses de micro-paiements faite par une première partie est enregistrée (70), la première partie de promesses de paiement contribuant à une valeur payable de promesses totale pour la première partie. Une deuxième pluralité de promesses de paiements faite à une deuxième partie est enregistrée (72), la seconde pluralité de promesses de paiements contribuant à une valeur recevable de promesses totale pour la deuxième partie. La valeur recevable de promesses totale pour la deuxième partie est calculée (78) au moyen d'une indication de risque (81). La valeur recevable de promesses totale pour la seconde partie est identifiée comme pouvant être satisfaite par une valeur payable de promesses totale pour la première partie. En réponse à cette détermination, un procédé de paiement, pour le paiement de la valeur recevable de promesses totale par la première partie à la deuxième partie, est initié.
Patent CA-2544577-A1 (CA)
Title: Procedes et compositions de detection immuno-histochimique
Inventor: KNOLL ANTHONY LIONEL
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2004-11-30
Abstract: Dans certains modes de réalisation, l'invention a pour objet des procédés et des compositions pour détecter un marqueur biologique dans un échantillon. Dans certains modes de réalisation, les marqueurs biologiques sont détectés de façon immunologique.
Patent CA-2547420-A1 (CA)
Title: The use of n-arylhydrazine derivatives for combating non-crop pests
Inventor: VON DEYN WOLFGANG
IPC: A01N37/52
Filed: 2004-12-02
Abstract: Use of hydrazine derivatives of formula (I) wherein W is chlorine or trifluoromethyl; X and Y are each independently chlorine or bromine; R1 is alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, or cycloalkyl which may be substituted with 1 to 3 halogen atoms, or alkyl which is substituted by alkoxy; R2 and R3 are alkyl or may be taken together to form cycloalkyl which may be unsubstituted or substituted by 1 to 3 halogen atoms; R4 is hydrogen or alkyl, or the enantiomers or salts thereof, for combating non-crop pests. Use of compounds of formula (I) for the protection of non-living organic materials and for the protection of animals against non-crop pests.
Patent CA-2548868-A1 (CA)
Title: Dispositif de controle de la position de verrouillage ou de deverrouillage d'un verrou permettant de bloquer a un cadre un couvercle d'obturation de ce cadre
Inventor: BORYCKI GERALD
IPC: E05B41/00
Filed: 2006-06-06
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un dispositif de contrôle de la position de verrouillage ou de déverrouillage d'un verrou permettant de bloquer à un cadre un couvercle d'obturation de ce cadre. Le dispositif est caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend un bras (10) cinématiquement lié au pêne (7) du verrou (3) pour se déplacer entre deux positions extrêmes correspondant respectivement aux positions de verrouillage et de déverrouillage du pêne (7) et des moyens de détection (11, 12) de chacune des positions extrêmes du bras (10) permettant de fournir un signal d'information selon lequel le pêne (7) du verrou (3) occupe sa position de verrouillage ou de déverrouillage du couvercle (1). L'invention trouve application dans le domaine des équipements de voirie.
Patent CA-2550670-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHEN LEE-TSUNG
IPC: G02C9/04
Filed: 2006-06-23
Abstract: A three-piece combinative device with an eyeglasses and an attachment sunglasses includes an original eyeglasses having pair of rimmed lenses, a pair of temples and a bridge including a horizontal slot in the center, a fork like fastener having a tongue on central inner side inserted into the horizontal slot and a pair of prongs opposite to the tongue each including a magnet embedded in the distal portion, an attachment sunglasses having a pair of rimmed darkglasses, a bridge, a fork like projection projected inward from a central inner side of the bridge attached on the top of the bridge of the eyeglasses and a pair prongs each including a corresponding magnet embedded in the distal portion respectively engaged with and attracted by the pair of magnets of the fastener by which the attachment sunglasses is firmly attached to the original eyeglasses. The present invention is prominent in the convenient manufacturing, the simplified operation and the neat uniform beautiful appearance.
Patent CA-2552187-A1 (CA)
Title: Frame seal for a solid fuel distributor
Inventor: ALBERTSON TODD L
IPC: F27D3/00
Filed: 2006-07-14
Abstract: A feeder assembly (28) for projecting solid fuel, such as coal (24), into a combustion chamber (11) of a furnace (10) includes a distributor (44) and a feeder (42) disposed in a housing (40). The distributor (44) includes a rotor (48) having blades (46) extending outwardly therefrom, and the rotor (48) is rotatable to project the solid fuel into the combustion chamber (11). The feeder (42) includes a conveyor assembly (50) for providing the solid fuel to the rotor (48). The housing (40) includes an aperture (41) disposed therein, through which the solid fuel is projected into the combustion chamber (11). The housing (40) also includes a portion (45) movable between: a first position wherein the aperture (41) is open to allow the solid fuel to be projected into the combustion chamber (11), and a second position wherein the movable portion (45) closes the aperture (41) to shield the rotor (48) from heat emitted from the combustion chamber (11) and allow maintenance and/or replacement of the distributor (44).
Patent CA-2552464-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SCHWABEL RONALD CARL
IPC: H04L12/56
Filed: 2005-01-14
Abstract: A method and apparatus for providing quality of service (QoS) measurements for remote-access users of a virtual private network (VPN) utilizes hardware/software at the remote VPN client to collect information related to the remote client's ability to connect to the VPN and remain connected. A  centralized server is configured to query each remote client and upload the collected connection data, the server functioning to analyze the collected data to determine QoS information in terms of, for example, "VPN  accessibility" (defined as success rate for connection to VPN servers), "VPN  sustainability" (defined as the ability to maintain a network connection), and "VPN availability" (defined as the ability of a persistent remote-access location to maintain its network connect). The QoS measurements allow the VPN  service provider to improve the experience of remote access users, generate alarms and reports, and may also be used to form service level agreements (SLAs) with such users.
Patent CA-2554178-A1 (CA)
Title: Straw chopper with fan having enhanced air flow in an agricultural combine
Inventor: DOW CHAD ALLEN
IPC: A01F12/40
Filed: 2006-07-27
Abstract: A straw chopper for an agricultural harvesting unit includes a housing, and a rotor carried by the housing. The rotor includes a center chopping section and a pair of fans respectively positioned at longitudinally outboard ends of the center chopping section. Each fan includes a hub rotatable in a direction of rotation, and a plurality of fan blades connected with the hub at a plurality of angularly spaced locations about the hub. Each fan blade has a generally U-shaped portion with a rear wall and a pair of side walls extending from the rear wall in the direction of rotation.
Patent CA-2555872-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for processing vegetables
Inventor: ALSOBROOK J KEVIN
IPC: A23C9/12
Filed: 2005-02-10
Abstract: According to certain embodiments of the invention, there is provided a method and an apparatus relating to an infeed for positioning the vegetables such as green onions in a generally horizontal position on a conveyor and a transition conveyor for transporting the horizontally disposed vegetables and transporting them to a substantially vertical disposition to present them to a peeler for removing the outer skins of the vegetables and a de-rooter for shortening or removing the roots from the vegetables. The disclosed embodiments include methods and apparatus for de-rooting the vegetables such as green onions having a root crown including applying opposing forces to the vegetables to separate the roots or portions thereof at or near the root crown from the vegetable, and packaging the vegetables in a container.
Patent CA-2555900-A1 (CA)
Title: Injector auto purge
Inventor: GRISPO KEITH M
IPC: A61M5/36
Filed: 2005-02-11
Abstract: An auto purge for an intravenous contrast injector (20) of the type having a motor which advances a plunger drive ram and configured for use with a pre-filled or user-filled syringe containing an approximate known amount of air including a processor which causes the motor to move and a memory storing a predetermined purge stop point representative of the approximate known amount of air in the syringe, the injector configured to automatically advance the plunger drive ram an amount substantially equal to the predetermined purge stop point representative of the approximate known amount of air contained in the syringe.
Patent CA-2560126-A1 (CA)
Title: Aqueous pur dispersion with improved adhesive characteristics
Inventor: KLIPPERT UWE
IPC: C08G18/10
Filed: 2005-03-05
Abstract: The invention relates to novel aqueous polyester polyurethane dispersions, coating substances containing said dispersions, and paint produced therefrom.
Patent CA-2560655-A1 (CA)
Title: Procede d'amelioration des plantes
Inventor: CHATERJEE MANASH
IPC: C12N15/54
Filed: 2005-03-29
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé pour un procédé pour augmenter la taille des grains d'amidon et/ou la teneur en amidon d'une plante ou d'une partie de plante, dans lequel on inactive le gène d'une amidon phosphorylase dans les cellules de la plante.
Patent CA-2563619-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NIE SHUMING
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2005-04-19
Abstract: Briefly described, embodiments of this disclosure include multimodality nanostructures, methods of forming the multimodality nanostructures, and methods of using the multimodality nanostructures.
Patent CA-2569207-A1 (CA)
Title: Steel wheel-type linear motor
Inventor: HORIUCHI KIYOSHI
IPC: H02K41/025
Filed: 2005-03-15
Abstract: An iron wheel type linear motor, wherein a protective cover (11) with insulation fitted to stator coils (9) is disposed on the ground side of the stator coils (9) projected from stator cores (7). Air holes (11a) are formed in the protective cover (11) so as to face a clearance formed between the tip parts of the stator coils (9) projected from the stator cores (7). Inserts (10) are projected from the stator cores (7), the stator core (7) side of the protective cover (11) is pressed and supported by the inserts (10) on the stator coils (9). The portion of the protective cover (11) on the opposite side of the stator cores (7) is fixed to the stator coils (9) with tightening members (12) with insulation in which the air holes (11a) are passed, and the stator coils (9) and the protective cover (11) are formed integrally with each other with an insulation varnish.
Patent CA-2570932-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ESSLINGER STEVE
IPC: A47B47/00
Filed: 2006-12-12
Abstract: ABSTRACT A cabinet includes a wall and a top coupled to the wall. The wall and the top cooperate to at least partially enclose a space. A removable component is disposed at least partially within the space and a beam is removably coupled to the top such that a portion of the beam is positioned outside of the space and the remainder of the beam is disposed within the space. An interconnecting member is connected to the beam and is removably connected to the removable component to move the removable component into and out of the space.