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Patent CA-2669721-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for performing laser operations downhole
Inventor: LYNDE GERALD D
IPC: E21B29/06
Filed: 2007-12-19
Abstract: The disclosure, in on aspect, provides a method for performing a laser operation in a wellbore that includes displacing a wellbore fluid with a laser-compatible medium proximate a location in the wellbore where a work is desired to be performed; positioning a laser head proximate the laser-compatible medium; and passing a laser beam via the laser-compatible medium to the location for performing the laser operation. In another aspect, the disclosure provides a laser apparatus for performing a laser operation at a worksite having a fluid that includes a laser power unit that supplies laser energy to a laser head placed proximate the worksite; a fluid displacement unit that displaces at least a portion of the fluid adjacent the worksite with a laser-compatible medium; and a controller that operates the laser head to pass the laser beam to the worksite through the laser-compatible medium. In another aspect, the disclosure provides an imager associated with the laser apparatus that provides images of the worksite.
Patent CA-2670789-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCGINNIS SEAN P
IPC: G02B1/14
Filed: 2007-10-31
Abstract: The present invention relates to ophthalmic systems comprising a selective light wavelength filter, wherein said selective filter provides improved contrast sensitivity.
Patent CA-2670927-A1 (CA)
Title: Molecularly imprinted polymers selective for tobacco specific nitrosamines and methods of using the same
Inventor: REES ANTHONY
IPC: A24D3/14
Filed: 2007-11-26
Abstract: A class of molecularly imprinted polymers that specifically recognizes and binds to TSNAs are useful, for example, in analysis and separation of TSNAs from biological fluids. Such polymers are also useful in methods of treating and manufacturing tobacco products and materials.
Patent CA-2674008-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GUPTA AMIT
IPC: C02F1/50
Filed: 2007-12-27
Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus for the production of oxidizing biocides. The apparatus can be used as a remote production system where the product is stored use or it can be an in situ production system where the product can be in fluid connection with the system being treated. The preferred product of the system is chloramine, which can be produced in a stable form with this apparatus.
Patent CA-2675560-A1 (CA)
Title: Identification of beverage ingredient containing capsules
Inventor: MONCEYRON PHILIPPE
IPC: A47J31/40
Filed: 2008-01-21
Abstract: A beverage ingredient capsule (l)is provided with an identification member (6) designed for being physically contacted from outside in order to control operation parameters of an associated beverage production machine.
Patent CA-2679814-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHANG CHING-HUI
IPC: H05B3/20
Filed: 2009-09-22
Abstract: A liquid crystal module comprises at least a liquid crystal panel with a display side and a liquid crystal side corresponding to each other, wherein at least one portion of the liquid crystal side is a heating portion, such that the heating portion can be driven to heat the liquid crystal side when the temperature of the environmental is under a liquid crystal working temperature. In addition, a liquid crystal anti-freeze method for the liquid crystal module is disclosed.
Patent CA-2679995-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WANG XIANGLIN
IPC: H04N19/94
Filed: 2008-03-12
Abstract: A video coding method comprises dividing a coefficient vector into two or more sub-vectors, each sub-vector having a length less than or equal to a length of the coefficient vector, indicating a size of each sub-vector and a position of each sub-vector within the coefficient vector, and forming a block corresponding to each sub-vector.
Patent CA-2680019-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VAN DEN BERG KAREL
IPC: A01K5/02
Filed: 2008-02-27
Abstract: The invention provides a device for gripping and displacing material, provided with a gripper, comprising control means (52) for the gripper and a sensor for forming an image of an observation area, which sensor is connected to the control means (52), wherein the sensor comprises a source of radiation (36) for modulated electromagnetic radiation (37), a receiver device (50) for radiation (46) reflected by an object (44), comprising a matrix of receivers (50-1, 50-2, 50-3), an optical device (48) for displaying the reflected radiation (46) on the receiver device, and sensor image processing means (52) in order to determine for each receiver (50-1, 50-2, 50-3) a phase difference between the electromagnetic radiation emitted (37) and the electromagnetic radiation reflected (46) in order to calculate a distance from the receiver to the object (44). A device equipped with such a sensor is capable of functioning in a very reliable, safe and multifunctional manner, because it is capable of processing spatial images during operation. The invention also provides an assembly of the device and a feeding place, in particular of a milking robot and a milking robot feeding place.
Patent CA-2681081-A1 (CA)
Title: Gas-effusing compositions and methods of making and using same
Inventor: ZELLER BARY LYN
IPC: A23L29/00
Filed: 2009-10-05
Abstract: Gas-effusing compositions, particularly, particulate compositions having pressurized gas held within open internal voids thereof, are provided as well as methods of making and using such compositions.
Patent CA-2681495-A1 (CA)
Inventor: LUCCI ROBERT M
IPC: E05F11/38
Filed: 2009-10-01
Abstract: A method and apparatus for reducing the torque of a compound balance in order to substantially cancel out the torsional force of the torsion spring acting on the spiral rod by creating an equal and opposing torsional force on the extension spring. The apparatus is an assembly connector that is non-permanently engaged with the extension spring, with the spiral rod being tensioned by the torsional force of the torsion spring.  Alternatively, the extension spring may be turned in a direction to apply more torque than is required for operation of the compound balance. It is then engaged with a non pre-tensioned spiral rod sub-assembly to transfer the excess torque to the torsion spring of the spiral rod sub--assembly. In this manner, the opposing torsional forces of the torsion spring and the extension spring acting on the spiral rod substantially cancel out each other.
Patent CA-2681618-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RICHARDSON THOMAS
IPC: H04B7/06
Filed: 2008-05-27
Abstract: Methods and apparatus for improving the utilization of air link resources in a wireless communications system, e.g., an OFDM MIMO system, including a base station with multiple transmit antennas are described. Superposition signaling in the downlink is employed. The superimposed signal includes a first transform result signal and a second lower power signal. The first transform result signal is generated from a first signal, which uses position modulation, e.g., including null components and high power non-null components. Different components of the first transform result signal are directed to different transmit antennas. The first transform result signal communicates information to a first wireless terminal, e.g., a weak receiver. The non-null received elements of the first transform result signal are utilized by a second wireless terminal, e.g., a superior receiver, as pilots to determine a channel estimate. The second wireless terminal uses the determined channel estimate to demodulate received second signals.
Patent CA-2681691-A1 (CA)
Title: Self tanning compositions containing dihydroxyacetone, a retinoid and ascorbic acid glucoside as a stabilizer
Inventor: GOHIER ANNIE
IPC: A61K8/34
Filed: 2009-10-06
Abstract: The invention concerns a composition comprising dihydroxyacetone, a retinoid and a glycosylated ascorbic acid.
Patent CA-2684220-A1 (CA)
Title: Microfluidic radiosynthesis system for positron emission tomography biomarkers
Inventor: KOLB HARTMUTH
IPC: B01J19/00
Filed: 2008-04-14
Abstract: Methods and devices for a fully automated synthesis of radioactive compounds for imaging, such as by positron emission tomography (PET), in a fast, efficient and compact manner are disclosed. In particular, the various embodiments of the present invention provide an automated, stand-alone, hands-free operation of the entire radiosynthesis cycle on a microfluidic device with unrestricted gas flow through the reactor, starting with target water and yielding purified PET radiotracer within a period of time shorter than conventional chemistry systems. Accordingly, one aspect of the present invention is related to a microfluidic chip for radiosynthesis of a radiolabeled compound, comprising a reaction chamber, one or more flow channels connected to the reaction chamber, one or more vents connected to said reaction chamber, and one or more integrated valves to effect flow control in and out of said reaction chamber.
Patent CA-2686204-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PATEL PANKAJ H
IPC: F16C43/04
Filed: 2009-11-20
Abstract: A reciprocating pump assembly includes a power frame that houses a crankshaft. The crankshaft is mechanically connected to a large gear or bull gear on each end that is in mechanical engagement with a small gear or pinion bearing.  A  bearing housing is integrally formed as part of the power frame with an increased width and a constant inner diameter. A pinion bearing assembly, comprising an inner race, an outer race, and spherical bearings is placed around the shaft of the pinion bearing. The pinion is installed in the reciprocating pump assembly such that the bearing assembly rests on the bearing housing, which is integrally formed as part of the power frame. The bearing assembly is free to float in the bearing housing and provides for some lateral movement of the shaft and bearing assembly during operation of the reciprocating pump assembly.
Patent CA-2687759-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SCHECHTER DAVID A
IPC: A61B18/12
Filed: 2008-05-20
Abstract: There are disclosed methods and apparatus for attachment and reinforcement of tissue, and methods and apparatus for reinforcement of tissue . In an embodiment, the apparatus includes an energy applicator configured to apply energy to generate heat within a target tissue to evaporate water to create dried tissue, and denature at least one of collagen and elastin to attach portions together, and a biopolymer applicator configured for to receive the heat generated to allow biopolymer material to change from solid to molten, and to allow the biopolymer to fill dried tissue to reinforce portions of the target tissue and provide a hermetic seal. In another embodiment, the method includes applying energy to tissue surfaces with an energy applicator, and applying a biopolymer material into the tissue surfaces with a biopolymer applicator disposed on a housing in connection with the energy applicator. Other embodiments are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2694058-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HOELDER SWEN
IPC: A61K31/519
Filed: 2008-08-14
Abstract: Compounds of formula (I), a tautomer or stereoisomer thereof, or a salt thereof, wherein ring B and the pyrimidine to which it is fused, R4, R5, R6 and R7 have the meanings as given in the description and the claims, are effective inhibitors of the Pi3K/Akt pathway.
Patent CA-2694495-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GUERRY-KOPECKO
IPC: A61K39/02
Filed: 2008-07-25
Abstract: An immunogenic composition, and method of using the composition to elicit an immune response to Campylobacter jejuni. The composition is an isolated polysaccharide polymer composed of one or more forms of disaccharide polymers.
Patent CA-2694638-A1 (CA)
Title: Preventive or therapeutic agent for diseases caused by abnormal bone metbolism
Inventor: OCHIAI EIJI
IPC: A61P19/08
Filed: 2008-08-01
Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a preventive drug and a therapeutic drug for diseases caused by abnormal bone metabolism, especially osteoporosis, which is more effective than conventional drugs. Combined use of N-hydroxy-4-{5-[4-(5-isopropyl-2-methyl-1, 3-thiazol-4-yl)phenoxy]pentoxy}-benzamidine, or a salt thereof;  and at least one compound selected from the group consisting of etidronic acid, clodronic acid, pamidronic acid, tiludronic acid, risedronic acid, minodronic acid, ibandronic acid, zoledronic acid, and salts thereof can exert higher bone resorption inhibitory effect and provide a preventive effect and a therapeutic effect for diseases caused by abnormal bone metabolism, especially osteoporosis as compared with administration of the respective agents respectively.
Patent CA-2694810-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DAVIDSON DANIEL D
IPC: B32B17/02
Filed: 2008-08-11
Abstract: A laminated panel comprises at least one facer comprising a coating applied to a facer sheet to provide a coated facer surface, and a thermosetting plastic foam firmly adhered to the coated facer surface. In an example, non-limiting embodiment, the facer sheet comprises a nonwoven glass mat; the coating comprises a coating mixture comprising a mineral pigment and a dried latex; and the thermosetting plastic foam is comprised of an insulation material selected from the group consisting of polyurethane modified polyisocyanurate foam, polyurethane foam, and phenolic-formaldehyde foam. In an example variation, the nonwoven glass mat has the coating applied to two opposing flat surfaces thereof.
Patent CA-2695124-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NAEVE MARCO
IPC: H04W8/00
Filed: 2008-07-30
Abstract: A wireless system includes a server having a port, a plurality of sensors or devices, each of which includes a wireless transceiver and a proximity sensor; and a wireless module. The wireless module includes a port interconnected with the port of the server, a wireless transceiver cooperating with the port of the wireless module, the wireless transceiver of the wireless module being structured to wirelessly communicate with the wireless transceiver of the sensors or devices, a proximity sensor structured to sense one of the sensors or devices, and a target structured to be sensed by the proximity sensor of such one of the sensors or devices. The port of the server is structured to cooperate with the port of the wireless module to transmit and receive wireless messages. The port of the wireless module cooperates with the wireless transceiver to transmit and receive the wireless messages.
Patent CA-2695743-A1 (CA)
Inventor: THOMA MICHAEL
IPC: B60P7/06
Filed: 2008-10-28
Abstract: A low profile hold down assembly is mounted to the exterior surface of a sidewall of a trailer. The hold down assembly includes a cover member formed from the same material from which the sidewall of the trailer is formed and therefore is aesthetically desirable.
Patent CA-2697295-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PILZ DON
IPC: E04B1/94
Filed: 2008-08-21
Abstract: The present application is directed toward fire-rated wall construction components and wall systems for use in building construction. Embodiments can include tracks for holding studs which incorporate various geometries capable of receiving fire-retardant material, flat straps for use between tracks and fluted wall components, fire sponges for use in fluted wall components, and tracks with protruding grooves or other structures which prevent unwanted air movement between a wallboard component and the track.
Patent CA-2698667-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KIRCHNER JACQUELINE A
IPC: C12N15/13
Filed: 2008-09-18
Abstract: Antigen binding proteins that bind to human GM-CSF protein are provided.  Nucleic acids encoding the antigen binding protein, vectors, and cells encoding the same are also provided. The antigen binding proteins can inhibit binding of GM-CSF to GM-CSFR, inhibit GM-CSF-induced proliferation and signaling of myeloid lineage cell lines and inhibit GM-CSF-induced activation of human monocytes.
Patent CA-2699755-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HODEN EBBE
IPC: D21F1/66
Filed: 2008-09-12
Abstract: A method and device for the dewatering of a fibre suspension, the suspension from above being introduced into an elongate tubular vertically orientated container of a fibre separation material such as wire cloth, the container being formed of a wider endless flexible wire band and a more slender endless flexible wire band, which mutually are lap joined at adjacent border parts, which carry a respective part of a Velcro coupling, the cross section of the wider band being reshaped to C-shape, by folding the two border parts thereof in over one of the main surfaces, and the folded border parts of the wider band are brought into overlapping contact with the overlapping border parts of the extended more slender band. The screening pipe is established along a common longitudinal section of the tracks of the two wire bands, the lower end part of the screening container being kept substantially sealed, and the fibre suspension being introduced by elevated pressure to a nozzle assembly which is centrally placed in the screening pipe, the fibre suspension being led out from the nozzle assembly via a number of spray nozzles spaced-apart around the nozzle assembly, toward the inside of the screen pipe.
Patent CA-2702905-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MASHTARE DALE R
IPC: B41F19/02
Filed: 2010-04-29
Abstract: In accordance with various embodiments, there are printing apparatuses and methods of enhancing an image quality on a media. The method of enhancing an image quality on a media can include providing an ink-based halftone image on a media, wherein the halftone image can include an amount of noise. The method can also include depositing a transparent overcoat layer at least over the halftone image, wherein the transparent overcoat layer can include a major amount of cross-linkable resin and a minor amount of a photoinitiator. The method can further include embossing the transparent overcoat layer to form an embossed micro-structured overcoat layer and curing the embossed micro-structured overcoat layer to form the micro-structured overcoat layer, such that the micro-structured overcoat layer reduces the amount of noise.
Patent CA-2703124-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MOREAU ALAIN
IPC: C12Q1/00
Filed: 2007-10-25
Abstract: Methods are disclosed for assessing risk of developing osteoarthritis. Said methods comprise determining the cellular localizations, blood or synovial fluid concentrations, sumoylation states and post-translational modifications of pituitary homeobox transcription factor 1 (pitx-1) repressor proteins, identifying mutations in genes which encode said proteins and identifying any mutations or post-translational modifications causing the nuclear accumulation or retention of said proteins. Said proteins include prohibifin (PHB-I), prohibitone (PHB-2) and B cell lymphoma-6 transcriptional repressor interacting co-repressor (BCoR).
Patent CA-2705517-A1 (CA)
Inventor: IVERSEN STEEN BRUMMERSTEDT
IPC: C09D7/61
Filed: 2008-11-14
Abstract: A board or panel, having an upper surface, comprising a base; and at least one layer overlaying said base, wherein at least one of said overlaying layers comprises first nanoparticles embedded in the layer such that the upper surface shows hydrophilic characteristics. Also described are methods for manufacturing such a panel or board, and compositions for use in such methods.
Patent CA-2706100-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ZUSMAN SUSAN B
IPC: A01K67/033
Filed: 2008-11-20
Abstract: The present invention provides systems that allow reliable multiplexed transformation of Drosophila embryos. The present invention provides methods and reagents that allow preparation of injection-quality nucleic acid samples and that allow simultaneous preparation of multiple such samples. The present invention provides systems for simultaneous processing of multiple injected embryos. The present invention provides methods for transformation of Drosophila embryos involving use of virginator strains that can be used to increase the efficiency of setting up the crosses needed to produce the eggs for the injections and for the crosses needed to screen for transformants.
Patent CA-2706871-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DUDDING THOMAS ASHLEY
IPC: B60G11/12
Filed: 2003-10-21
Abstract: A shackle assembly (66) includes a shackle bracket (68), wear pads (76,78), a shackle stop (92), shackle plates (69,70) and elastomer bushings (72,80). Shackle bracket (68) includes legs (88,90) forming portions thereof. Elastomer bushing (72,80) preferably includes voids vertically separated with respect to each other and the elastomer layer (97) preferably has a bowtie-shaped configuration. First redundancy feature has shackle stop (92) secured between the shackle plates (69,70). Shackle stop (92) provides longitudinal control of axle (53) in the event the opposite limb of the leaf spring (44) is broken, the vehicle is generally travelling in a given direction and the vehicle is subject to deceleration. Second redundancy feature has fingers (84,86) forming portions of the shackle plates (69,70), which provides longitudinal control of axle (53) under the same conditions, but when the vehicle is generally travelling in an opposite direction.
Patent CA-2706873-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ENENKEL BARBARA
IPC: C12N15/54
Filed: 2003-11-25
Abstract: The invention relates to novel modified neomycin phosphotransferase genes and the use thereof in a selection method for high-producing recombinant cells. The invention also relates to expression vectors containing a modified neomycin phosphotransferase gene and a gene of interest in a functional bond with a heterologous promoter, and a method for producing heterologous gene products by using said expression vectors.
Patent CA-2707927-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HAASE ERIC
IPC: G01C21/32
Filed: 2007-12-20
Abstract: A method of operating a portable navigation device (PND) or navigation system is described, together, with a computer program and a PND and navigation system. The method includes the steps of providing a means by which a specific premises, location or location range, being identifiable with reference to map data locally stored in the device or system and optionally being or including the current location, can be at least temporarily stored in memory. The method is characterized by the further steps of presenting to the user at least one user-selectable option by means of which qualitative information pertaining to the said premises, location or range can be entered locally in the device or system, the selection of said option resulting in the immediate or subsequent recordal and storage of both the qualitative information and an association thereof with the identified premises, location or range, such being primary information, and further characterized in that the primary information is subsequently transmitted to a remote device, either wirelessly or over a physical connection between the navigation device or system and the remote device. Preferably, the qualitative information includes some form of rating indication over an integer scale, and optionally the method may include provision for entry and recordal of secondary information in the form of alphanumeric or verbal description capable of being locally entered in and stored by the device or system.
Patent CA-2711795-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MCCRINK EDWARD J
IPC: B23K35/30
Filed: 2008-01-10
Abstract: The present invention provides a method for welding and heat-treating seam-welded constructions of hardenable steel and ferrous alloys with reduced weld-zone hardness and improved weld-zone ductility and toughness. This method consists of controlling the cooling rate of the seam weld with a secondary heat source, applied after the weld cools below the materials upper critical temperature (AC3), but prior to the weld cooling to ambient temperature. This invention is particularly suited to the production of high strength hardenable alloy seam- welded pipe and tubing.
Patent CA-2711811-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RIMAN RICHARD
IPC: C01B25/32
Filed: 2008-01-11
Abstract: The present invention is related to methods for preparing composite materials, which include nanoscale hydroxyapatite, and the composite materials and articles prepared therewith.