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Patent CA-2768399-A1 (CA)
Inventor: IGNACZAK BRIAN T
IPC: F16L21/08
Filed: 2010-07-26
Abstract: A band clamp used for forming a pipe lap joint. The band clamp includes a band, tightening mechanism, and gasket. The band extends circumferentially from a first end to a second end and is sized to fit over an outside pipe end. The tightening mechanism is connected to the band at the first and second end. The tightening mechanism includes at least one fastener to bring the first and second ends toward each other to tighten the band over the outside pipe end. The gasket is constructed to fit over an inside pipe end and within the outside pipe end such that the gasket is at least partially sandwiched between said inside and outside pipe ends. The gasket has an embossment extending radially outwardly from an outer surface of the gasket and being constructed to be received at least partly within a slot of the outside pipe end.
Patent CA-2770267-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MICHAUD JASON
IPC: B08B3/14
Filed: 2012-02-24
Abstract: An apparatus for cleaning threads of a threaded tubular member has a steam generator, a vacuum source, and a thread cleaning tool. The thread cleaning tool has a housing having a first end and a second end, the housing having a steam conduit connected to the steam generator and a vacuum conduit connected to the vacuum source, and the steam conduit having an injection nozzle adjacent to the first end of the housing for directing steam toward the threaded tubular member and the vacuum conduit withdrawing used fluids from the threaded tubular member. The thread cleaning tool also has a sealing element at the first end of the housing that engages the threaded tubular member. A filter separates water from the used fluids, the separated water being supplied to the steam generator.
Patent CA-2772535-A1 (CA)
Title: Device and method for animal tracking
Inventor: FANTIN DENNIS
IPC: G06V30/224
Filed: 2004-08-27
Abstract: Devices and method for tracking animals. More particularly, embodiments of the present invention provide a method of tracking an animal that includes assigning an animal identification (110) to a first animal, collecting a biological sample from the first animal and associating the first animal with each premises at which the first animal is located. The invention further provides an identification device (100) that includes a tag portion (102) and a sample portion (104). The tag portion can be configured to be attached to animal in any method known in the art. The sample portion can be detachably coupled to the tag portion and can include a biological collector (208) that can collect a biological sample from the animal.
Patent CA-2773495-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHAMNEY PAUL
IPC: G06F19/00
Filed: 2010-09-07
Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for evaluating a value representing the mass or the concentration of a substance comprised by a tissue or a bodily fluid of a patient, comprising the steps of a) determining a relation between one or more calculated or measured value(s) reflecting the mass or the concentration and a distribution space of the patient or an approximation thereof, and b) assessing whether the relation fulfils a criterion. It relates further to a controller, an apparatus and a device for carrying out the invention, further to digital storage means, a computer program product, and a computer program.
Patent CA-2773976-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for implement control of tractor hydraulics via isobus connection
Inventor: TUTTLE THOMAS
IPC: A01C7/08
Filed: 2012-04-12
Abstract: A method and apparatus for automating some of the tasks that heretofore required operator action at headland turns or similar events are provided. The present invention automates operation of lift assist wheels and/or gull wings, such as those found on a stack-fold implement, based on the position of the tractor hitch to which the implement is coupled. An operator may control the position of the implement, such as at a headland turn, by raising and lowering the tractor hitch using a remote control. The invention enables the planter to compare the tractor hitch position relative to an implement position and control operation of the implement accordingly without additional user inputs.
Patent CA-2774438-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GRAUGNARD HENRI
IPC: A01N1/00
Filed: 2010-09-15
Abstract: La présente invention concerne l'utilisation d'une composition comprenant du 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol pour le traitement externe de tissus de cadavres.
Patent CA-2774902-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ALLUM TODD
IPC: A61M16/08
Filed: 2010-09-03
Abstract: Systems and methods may include a gas source, a gas delivery circuit, and a nasal interface allowing breathing ambient air through the nasal interface. A gas flow path through the nasal interface may have a distal gas flow path opening. A nozzle may be associated with a proximal end of the nasal interface a distance from the distal end gas flow path opening. At least a portion of an entrainment port may be between the nozzle and the distal end gas flow opening. The nozzle may deliver gas into the nasal interface to create a negative pressure area in the gas flow path at the entrainment port. The nasal interface and the nozzle may create a positive pressure area between the entrainment port and the distal end gas flow path opening. Gas from the gas delivery source and air entrained through the entrainment port may increase airway pressure or lung pressure or provide ventilatory support.
Patent CA-2775081-A1 (CA)
Title: Guidewire-style pacing lead
Inventor: FLEISCHHACKER MARK G
IPC: A61N1/05
Filed: 2010-09-22
Abstract: The present invention relates generally to implantable pacing leads, and more particularly to guidewire-styled temporary transvenous endocardial leads for pacing or other medical applications.
Patent CA-2775364-A1 (CA)
Title: Method for imparting antibiotic activity to the surface of a solid substrate
Inventor: HALL LARRY KENT
IPC: A01N25/10
Filed: 2010-09-29
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for imparting antibiotic activity to a surface of a solid substrate by exposing a solid substrate composition to conditions suitable for covalent grafting and thermal polymerization of the substrate.
Patent CA-2775937-A1 (CA)
Title: Modular cpr assist device
Inventor: MOLLENAUER KENNETH H
IPC: A61H31/00
Filed: 1999-05-17
Abstract: A system for performing chest compression for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The system includes a motor (41) including a system of clutches (51) and brakes (45, 53) which allow for controlling and limiting the movement of the compression mechanism and includes a control system for controlling the operation and interaction of the various components to provide for optimal automatic operation of the system.
Patent CA-2776855-A1 (CA)
Title: Pharmaceutical composition comprising propofol
Inventor: THEISINGER BASTIAN
IPC: A61P23/00
Filed: 2010-11-22
Abstract: The invention provides novel pharmaceutical compositions comprising the active ingredient propofol. Preferably, propofol is dissolved in at least one semifluorinated alkane. The compositions, which are preferably liquid or gel-like, may optionally comprise further excipients. They may be used as fill material in capsules, as buccal or nasal sprays, or as aerosols for pulmonary administration. They are particularly useful for the transmucosal administration of propofol.
Patent CA-2779976-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DIGNITTI DANIEL M
IPC: A47D1/00
Filed: 2012-06-15
Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a restraint system for an infant support such as a highchair. The restraint system includes a restraining member adapted to pass through an aperture formed into the infant support. The restraining member includes a stop member selectively operable to pass through the aperture. Specifically, the stop member is configured to pass through the aperture when in a first orientation relative to the slot, but cannot pass through aperture when positioned in a second (e.g., opposite) orientation relative to the slot.  With this configuration, the unintended separation of the restraint system from the infant support may be prevented. Additionally, with this configuration, the accidental tightening of the shoulder straps on a restrained child by a sibling pulling on the straps from behind the seat is also prevented.
Patent CA-2783974-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BOSNYAK CLIVE P
IPC: H01M4/133
Filed: 2010-12-14
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to energy storage or collection devices and methods for making such devices having electrode materials containing exfoliated nanotubes with attached electro- or photoactive nanoscale particles or layers. The exfoliated nanotubes and attached nanoscale particles or layers may be easily fabricated by methods such as coating, solution or casting or melt extrusion to form electrodes. Electrolytes may also be used for dispersing nanotubes and also in a polymeric form to allow melt fabrication methods.
Patent CA-2784656-A1 (CA)
Inventor: PRICE RICHARD THOMAS
IPC: B32B15/14
Filed: 2010-12-07
Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to metal- or metal alloy-coated sheet materials (hereinafter, "metal-coated sheet material") including, but not limited to, fabrics and veils which have a metal content of between one (1) and fifty (50) grams per square meter (gsm). The metal-coated sheet materials may be used as-is or in conjunction with prepregs, adhesives or surfacing films to provide lightning strike protection (LSP) and/or bulk conductivity, among other benefits, to the resultant composite article. In one embodiment, the metal-coated sheet material is impregnated with a resin. According to embodiments of the invention, a metal is applied to one or two sides of the fabric or veil by a physical vapor deposition coating process. The resultant metal-coated fabric or veil may be used as a carrier in surfacing films to impart surface conductivity; may be used as a carrier in adhesives to form conductive adhesive-bonded joints; may be interleaved (one or more metal-coated veils) between layers of prepreg to impart surface and/or bulk conductivity as well as toughness; or may be used to fabricate composite articles.
Patent CA-2785692-A1 (CA)
Inventor: YAMASAKI KOICHI
IPC: B64C13/00
Filed: 2011-02-25
Abstract: In order to enable stable flight without needing a complicated throttle operation by a pilot even when part or all of a control surface has malfunctioned, a control system of an aircraft is provided with a calculation means (15) for calculating a thrust command control signal for controlling engine thrust and a control surface angle command control signal for controlling a control surface on the basis of state information relating to the body of the aircraft and an operation command signal from an operation end, an engine driving means (17) for driving an engine on the basis of the thrust command control signal, and a control surface driving means (16) for driving each control surface on the basis of the control surface angle command control signal.
Patent CA-2787821-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for producing ethanol and an ester feed stream for ester production
Inventor: JOHNSTON VICTOR J
IPC: C07C31/10
Filed: 2011-02-01
Abstract: Recovery of an ester feed stream, optionally with the recovery of ethanol, from a crude ethanol product obtained from the hydrogenation of acetic acid. Separation and purification processes of the crude ethanol products are employed to allow recovery of the ester feed stream and for integration of the ester feed stream with an esters production process. The composition of the ester feed stream may vary, but at least comprises ethyl acetate and ethanol. The ester feed stream may be fed to one or more locations within the esters production process depending on the composition of the ester feed stream.
Patent CA-2789324-A1 (CA)
Title: A fixing device for a bucket front
Inventor: TORGRIMSEN TOR
IPC: E02F3/815
Filed: 2011-02-14
Abstract: A fixing device (54) for a bucket front (14), wherein the bucket front (14) forms a wear part in an excavating bucket (1) comprising at least one side portion (6), and wherein the side portion (6) is formed with a coupling piece (8) comprising at least two projections (10) with recesses (12), wherein the projections (10) fit in a complementary manner into recesses (12) in the bucket front (14) or in a coupling part (40) fixed to the bucket front (14), and wherein the bucket front (14) is connected to the coupling piece (8) by means of a locking bolt (16) extending, in the direction of the side portion (6), through openings (18) associated with the side portion (6) and the bucket front (14).
Patent CA-2793075-A1 (CA)
Title: Thermal stabilization of polyarylene sulfide compositions
Inventor: RITTER JOACHIM C
IPC: C08G75/02
Filed: 2011-03-22
Abstract: Provided are novel compositions comprising a polyarylene sulfide and at least one tin additive comprising a branched tin(l l) carboxylate selected from the group consisting of Sn(O2CR)2, Sn(O2CR)(O2CR'), Sn(O2CR)(O2CR"), and mixtures thereof, where the carboxylate moieties O2CR and O2CR' independently represent branched carboxylate anions and the carboxylate moiety O2CR" represents a linear carboxylate anion. Articles comprising the novel compositions are also provided. In addition, methods to improve the thermal stability of polyarylene sulfides, and methods to improve the thermo-oxidative stability of polyarylene sulfides, through the use of the disclosed branched tin(ll) carboxylates are provided. The polyarylene sulfide compositions are useful in various applications which require superior thermal resistance, chemical resistance, and electrical insulating properties.
Patent CA-2797575-A1 (CA)
Inventor: SARKAR REUBEN
IPC: B60L11/18
Filed: 2011-04-26
Abstract: The invention provides systems and methods for connecting an electric or hybrid electric vehicle to a charging station. Automated charging and docking processes may be provided. In some embodiments, a vehicle arrival and position may be detected. The vehicle may be charged with a charging arm and some automated vehicle positioning may occur. The vehicle may be charged and released. Fault detection may occur.
Patent CA-2800386-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FENTON PAUL V
IPC: A61B17/062
Filed: 2010-05-26
Abstract: A tissue fixation system including a delivery tube and an elongated fastener with a loop at a proximal end and a distal end. A proximal end of an elongated curved needle is attached to the delivery tube. A distal end of the needle is configured to penetrate tissue. The needle includes an open channel sized to receive the elongated fastener with the loop located near the proximal end of the elongated curved needle and the distal end of the elongated fastener located near the distal end of the elongated curved needle. A capture needle is slidably positioned in the delivery tube to slide through the loop in the proximal end of the elongated fastener. The capture needle is configured to grasp the distal end of the elongated fastener and pull the distal end of the elongated fastener through the loop to cinch the elongated fastener.
Patent CA-2800933-A1 (CA)
Title: Gas and liquid phase hydroprocessing for biocomponent feedstocks
Inventor: HANKS PATRICK L
IPC: C07C5/02
Filed: 2011-06-24
Abstract: Diesel fuel is produced from a feedstock that is at least partially biocomponent in origin. A feedstock is treated in a reactor including one or more hydrotreating zones having a continuous gas phase. The liquid effluent from the hydrotreating zones is then hydroprocessed in a hydroprocessing zone having a continuous liquid phase, such as a hydroprocessmg zone in the same reactor. The hydroprocessing zone can be operated under effective catalytic dewaxing conditions.
Patent CA-2801017-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FISK IAN DENIS
IPC: A23G1/56
Filed: 2011-05-26
Abstract: The present invention relates to improvements in the preparation of beverages and, in particular, to an improved cartridge for preparing beverages in brewing machines. The cartridges can also be used for preparing liquid food products. The cartridge comprises a continuous elongate tubular chamber containing the at least one ingredient providing a fluid flow path linking an inlet for the introduction of the liquid at one end of the chamber to an outlet for discharge of the beverage or food product at an opposite end of the chamber. The chamber has an internal width to length ratio in the range of 1:4 to 1:200.
Patent CA-2801139-A1 (CA)
Inventor: ZHANG YAHONG
IPC: C08L75/04
Filed: 2010-06-30
Abstract: An article contains inorganic nanoporous particles bound together by water dispersible polyurethane, the article having 75 volume-percent or more inorganic nanoporous particles based on total article volume and having a density of 0.14 grams per cubic centimeter or less and a thermal conductivity of 25 milliWatts per meter*Kelvin or less and having a thickness of at least 0.5 centimeters. A process for preparing such an article includes dispersing inorganic nanoporous particles into an aqueous dispersion of dispersible polyurethane to form a dispersion, casting the dispersion into a mold, and drying to form an article. A method for using such an article includes placing the article in a structure between two areas that can differ in temperature.
Patent CA-2802166-A1 (CA)
Title: Capsule a zone d'amorce de rupture
Inventor: FRYDMAN ALAIN
IPC: A47J31/36
Filed: 2011-06-09
Abstract: Cette capsule (1000) comprend un corps (1004) en forme de coupelle et un opercule (1006) délimitant ensemble une chambre (1008) contenant une substance pour la préparation d'une boisson. Le corps (1004) comprend une paroi latérale extérieure (1010) sensiblement tronconique et un fond (1012) venu de matière avec la paroi latérale extérieure (1010) et fermant la paroi latérale extérieure (1010) à une extrémité arrière (1020) du corps (1004). L'opercule (1006) ferme l'autre extrémité de la paroi latérale extérieure (1010). Le fond (1012) est constitué par une région périphérique (1023) délimitant l'extrémité arrière (1020) du corps (1004), et par une région centrale (1024) rentrant vers l'intérieur de la capsule (1000) par rapport à l'extrémité arrière (1020) en définissant un évidement (1028) à l'extérieur du corps (1004). La région centrale (1024) comprend au moins une zone de moindre résistance (1032) prévue pour se rompre au moins partiellement sous la pression d'un liquide sous pression.
Patent CA-2802315-A1 (CA)
Title: Pile layer with carbon-fiber encompassing bundles
Inventor: REITER BIRGIT
IPC: D04H1/498
Filed: 2011-11-03
Abstract: The invention relates to a pile layer, comprising a plurality of bundles, which are partially opened up into individual fibers and which comprise carbon fibers, and comprising foreign substances, and wherein the carbon fibers have at least a mass fraction of 70% of the total mass of the pile layer, and the foreign substances no more than 30%, but not less than 2%, wherein the foreign substances are obtained from a recycling process.
Patent CA-2802933-A1 (CA)
Inventor: TRAINER DAVID
IPC: H02J3/36
Filed: 2010-06-18
Abstract: A power electronic converter for use in high voltage direct current power transmission and reactive power compensation comprises a plurality of switching elements (58) interconnecting in use a DC network (48) and one or more AC networks (52), the plurality of switching elements (58) being controllable in use to facilitate power conversion between the AC and DC networks (52,48), wherein in use, the plurality of switching elements (58) are controllable to form one or more short circuits within the power electronic converter so as to define one or more primary current flow paths, the or each primary current flow path including a respective one of the AC networks (52) and the power electronic converter and bypassing the DC network (48).
Patent CA-2803959-A1 (CA)
Title: Chemically modified carbonic anhydrases useful in carbon capture systems
Inventor: NOVICK SCOTT
IPC: A61F5/01
Filed: 2011-06-30
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to chemically modified carbonic anhydrase polypeptides and soluble compositions, homogenous liquid formulations comprising them. The chemically modified carbonic anhydrase polypeptides have improved properties relative to the same carbonic anhydrase polypeptide that is not chemically modified including the improved properties of increased activity and/or stability in the presence of amine compounds, ammonia, or carbonate ion. The present disclosure also provides methods of preparing the chemically modified polypeptides and methods of using the chemically modified polypeptides for accelerating the absorption of carbon dioxide from a gas stream into a solution as well as for the release of the absorbed carbon dioxide for further treatment and/or sequestering.
Patent CA-2804930-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FREDERICK JEFFREY W
IPC: B01D53/02
Filed: 2011-05-06
Abstract: An adsorber with minimal dead volume especially suited to reverse-flow applications comprises: a) an adsorber body; b) a first head engaged with said adsorber body; c) a first conduit extending from outside said head to at least partially through said head; and d) a first valve in flow communication with said first conduit controlling fluid flow along a flow path extending from the first valve and through the adsorber body. The adsorber is especially suited for use in a process for swing adsorption separation processes.
Patent CA-2805439-A1 (CA)
Title: Systems and methods using a mobile device to collect data for insurance premiums
Inventor: BOWNE BENJAMIN
IPC: G07C5/00
Filed: 2013-02-08
Abstract: A system and method for determining a vehicle insurance premium for a period of time based at least in part on collected vehicle operation data, the system comprising: a mobile device, comprising: one or more sensors associated with the mobile device and configured to automatically collect vehicle operation data during a data collection session;  a processor; a non-transitory storage medium; a display; a transmitter; and a set of computer readable instructions stored in the non-transitory storage medium and when executed by the processor configured to allow the mobile device to collect vehicle operation data and transmit the collected vehicle operation data; and a remote processing computer, comprising: a server that receives collected vehicle operation data; a database that stores collected vehicle operation data; and a rating engine that determines a vehicle insurance premium based at least in part on collected vehicle operation data.
Patent CA-2817596-A1 (CA)
Title: Foundation column
Inventor: MEYER BRANDON R
IPC: E02D27/42
Filed: 2013-06-04
Abstract: A precast concrete column supports a building. In one exemplary embodiment, the precast concrete column includes a connector for securing a wooden column to the precast concrete column such that no portion of the connector extends beyond the cross- section of the wooden column. In an alternative embodiment, a jack screw extends from the distal end of the precast concrete column to provide height adjustment for the precast concrete column. In certain embodiments, an insert or tube is cast into the precast concrete column body to allow a fastener to traverse the precast concrete column body so that structural components of the building may be secured thereto.
Patent CA-2820695-A1 (CA)
Title: Pallet truck assembly
Inventor: KEEN MARK
IPC: B66F9/075
Filed: 2013-07-10
Abstract: A powered pallet truck with a selectable effective reduced turning radius, and an intermediate roller assembly for mounting on the powered pallet truck, are provided. The intermediate roller assembly can include a base, a linear actuator pivotably connected at a base end to the base, a linkage pivotably connected to the base, and at least one roller having an axis pivotably connected to an actuating end of the linear actuator and to the linkage, the at least one roller thus being movable between a retracted and an engagement position. The assembly can be mounted to the underside of a pallet truck fork having a load wheel. A  turning radius effectively defined by a drive wheel of the pallet truck and the intermediate roller, or a turning radius effectively defined by the drive wheel and the load wheel, can be selected.