baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent CA-2463162-C (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for processing images
Inventor: ADKINS SEAN M
IPC: G06T5/50
Filed: 1999-08-30
Granted: 2009-10-27
Abstract: The invention relates to an image processing method and apparatus and, more particularly, the invention relates to a method and apparatus for enhancing the quality of an image.
Patent CA-2464770-C (CA)
Title: Compound
Inventor: POTTER BARRY VICTOR LLOYD
IPC: A61K45/00
Filed: 2002-11-20
Granted: 2011-08-16
Abstract: There is provided a compound of Formula (I), wherein each T is independently selected from H, hydrocarbyl, -F-R, and a bond with one of D, E, P or Q, or together with one of P and Q forms a ring; Z is a suitable atom the valency of which is m; D, E and F are each independently of each other an optional linker group, wherein when Z is nitrogen E is other than CH2 and C=O; P, Q and R are independently of each other a ring system; and at least Q comprises a sulphamate group.
Patent CA-2467417-C (CA)
Inventor: SJOLANDER BJORN
IPC: B24D7/18
Filed: 2002-11-21
Granted: 2011-09-27
Abstract: The present invention provides a grinding member (2) or connection to a drive connection member (3) to form a grinding cup for grinding the hard metal inserts or working tips of drill bits (percussive or rotary), tunnel boring machine cutters (TBM) and raised bore machine cutters (RBM) to restore them to substantially their original profile, said grinding member having: a. a grinding section (4) having top (8) and bottom surfaces (10), a centrally disposed convex recess (7) formed in the bottom surface of said grinding section having the desired profile to be ground; b. a support section (9) adjacent the top surface (8) of said grinding section; c. means (13) to connect the grinding member to the drive connection member wherein the grinding member can be disconnected from the drive connection member when it becomes worn.
Patent CA-2467998-C (CA)
Inventor: GRUSE GEORGE GREGORY
IPC: H04L9/14
Filed: 1999-08-12
Granted: 2006-04-25
Abstract: A system for tracking usage of digital content on user devices. Electronic stores coupled to a network sell licenses to play digital content data to users. Content players, which receive from the network the licensed content data, are used to play the licensed content data.  Additionally, a logging site that is coupled to the network tracks the playing of the content data. In particular, the logging site receives play information from the network, and the play information includes the number of times that the content data has been played by the associated content player.  Also provided is a method for tracking usage of digital content on user devices. According to the method, a license to play digital content data is sold to a user, and the licensed content data is transmitted to a content player for the user. Further, information is transmitted to a logging site whenever the content data is played by the content player or copied from the content player to an external medium so that usage of the licensed content data can be tracked.
Patent CA-2469545-C (CA)
Inventor: WILSON ROBERT F
IPC: F16K15/14
Filed: 2002-12-09
Granted: 2016-08-30
Abstract: The present invention presents various novel approaches to solving the problems inherent in measuring biological pressures in high pressure systems.  Thus, to protect a pressure transducer exposed to fluid flows at higher pressures than its overpressure rating, a novel valve is used that closes a protected leg in which the transducer is located. The various exemplary embodiments of such valves each have a high pressure input, one or more low pressure inputs, and an output. In operation, when a high pressure fluid flow occurs at a high pressure input, such valves automatically close the low pressure inputs. Alternatively, a novel transducer system is presented, which automatically limits the effective pressure sensed by a transducer to a certain maximum. A valve body (203) contains saline/transducer (220) and a patient outlet (221) port.
Patent CA-2477145-C (CA)
Title: Rodless conveyor belt or chain
Inventor: LAYNE JAMES L
IPC: B65G17/38
Filed: 2003-02-26
Granted: 2011-04-05
Abstract: A modular link (10) or link section for use in forming a riddles conveyor belt or a section thereof is provided. In one embodiment, the link section is unitary and includes a plurality of laterally-repeating link-shaped portions (16), each including an apex portion (14) and a pair of leg portions (22, 24).  Each apex portion includes a receiver (18) for receiving an integral first connector (36) extending between the leg portions of a next-adjacent link or link section, preferably in snap-fit engagement, such that relative pivoting movement is established. A second integral connector (40) may be provided between the leg portion of each adjacent apex portion to create an engagement surface for a tooth of a drive or idler sprocket (s). The underside surface of each link section may also be specially contoured or curved to facilitate smooth passage over a guide structure (B), such as a small diameter, cylindrical nosebar or the like.
Patent CA-2477406-C (CA)
Title: Vaccin a adn contre la proliferation de cellules endotheliales et methodes d'utilisation associees
Inventor: REISFELD RALPH A
IPC: C12N1/21
Filed: 2003-02-28
Granted: 2013-10-29
Abstract: L'invention concerne un vaccin à ADN inhibant efficacement la prolifération de cellules endothéliales comprenant une construction d'ADN codant, de façon opératoire, pour une protéine du récepteur du facteur de croissance endothélial vasculaire (VEGF). Elle concerne des vaccins à ADN qui codent pour le récepteur 2 du VEGF (KDR, SEQ ID NO: 2), le récepteur 1 du VEGF (Flt-1, (SEQ ID NO: 4), ou Flk-1 (l'homologue murin de KDR, SEQ ID NO: 6), des séquences d'ADN, respectivement SEQ ID NOS: 1, 3, and 5, ainsi que des méthodes d'utilisation de tels vaccins à ADN afin d'inhiber la prolifération de cellules endothéliales vasculaires dans un micro-environnement tumoral. Il en résulte un effet anti-angiogénèse, une diminution de la croissance tumorale et de la dissémination.
Patent CA-2479325-C (CA)
Title: Fuel cell having closure seal
Inventor: SUGIURA SEIJI
IPC: H01M8/10
Filed: 2004-08-26
Granted: 2010-08-10
Abstract: A seal member is formed integrally on surfaces of a metal separator of a fuel cell. The seal member includes an outer seal and an inner seal provided on a surface of the metal separator. A plurality of closure seals are formed integrally with an inner edge of the inner seal. The closure seals close a space between the inner seal and a protrusion forming a fuel gas flow field.
Patent CA-2480600-C (CA)
Inventor: CANIPE LARRY
IPC: G07G1/00
Filed: 2003-04-11
Granted: 2015-04-07
Abstract: A system and method of managing assets using a combined electronic article surveillance (EAS) and barcode scanning device. The combined EAS/Scanner (108) is portable and wirelessly connected to a network (100) for facilitating a number of asset management functions, including personal shopping, pre-checkout, data mining, and inventory tracking.
Patent CA-2480996-C (CA)
Inventor: ZAGURY JEAN-FRANCOIS
IPC: A61K39/00
Filed: 2003-04-09
Granted: 2016-06-21
Abstract: The invention relates to a peptide which comprises between 5 and 40 amino acids, is obtained from a cytokine, and in which at least one of the amino acids contains at least one atom that is spaced (d) less than 5 angstroms from an atom of the receptor corresponding to said cytokine, the spacing (d) being evaluated on structural data, derivatives thereof, and an immunogenic compound comprising said peptide or peptide derivatives, the use of a peptide or peptide derivative or immunogenic compound for preparing a therapeutic or prophylactic medicament used for treating or preventing diseases that are associated with an excess or the presence of cytokines or for treating an autoimmune disease, and pharmaceutical compositions containing at least one inventive peptide or peptide derivative or immunogenic compound as an active principle.
Patent CA-2484995-C (CA)
Inventor: DINH CONG THANH
IPC: H02G3/12
Filed: 2004-10-15
Granted: 2009-12-22
Abstract: Le dispositif réglable des boîtes électriques d'appareils pour fixer les boîtes d'appareil à un poteau mural comprend une boîte d'appareil et un support dont la position est réglable par rapport à la boîte d'appareil. Le support est constitué d'un raccord avec la boîte muni d'une tige flexible assurant une prise solide avec la paroi de la boîte. Le support comprend aussi une section de fixation au poteau mural. La boîte se déplace le long du support pour pouvoir être positionnée par rapport au poteau mural.
Patent CA-2486744-C (CA)
Title: Divider apparatus and method for use with a bed of a motor vehicle
Inventor: SILAMIANOS BILL M
IPC: B60N3/12
Filed: 2004-11-03
Granted: 2008-10-07
Abstract: A truck bed divider apparatus for use with a bed of a pickup truck or other cargo carrying bed of a motor vehicle. The apparatus includes one or more divider assemblies that may be lowered into an operative position to restrain the movement of smaller cargo items being carried in the bed. The divider assembly may also be moved into a raised position thereby allowing the full volume of the cargo area to be used if needed. A plurality of movable screens are incorporated in the divider assembly that allow very long cargo items to be accommodated even while the divider assembly is in its lowered position. The pivot assemblies can also be moved and positioned as needed along a pair of support rails disposed on opposing sidewalls of the cargo bed to better restrain articles of various shapes and sizes.
Patent CA-2487613-C (CA)
Title: Tambour melangeur a beton monte sur un vehicule et procede de fabrication associe
Inventor: KHOURI ANTHONY
IPC: B29C70/32
Filed: 2003-05-31
Granted: 2012-06-26
Abstract: L'invention concerne un procédé de fabrication d'un tambour mélangeur à béton monté sur un véhicule; lequel tambour présente une ouverture prévue sur une extrémité pour recevoir et/ou décharger le béton et, sur l'autre extrémité, un moyen permettant d'encliqueter un ensemble d'entraînement de manière à permettre la rotation du tambour afin de mélanger ou de décharger le béton. Le tambour est fabriqué à partir d'au moins un moule au moyen d'au moins un matériau plastique, et il comprend également des pales intégrées en saillies depuis la surface interne du tambour et formant une spirale à vis d'Archimède, lesquelles pales sont disposées de telle sorte que lorsque le tambour tourne dans une première direction, le béton contenu est mélangé, et lorsque le tambour tourne dans une seconde direction le béton contenu est déchargé du tambour. Le procédé décrit dans cette invention comprend les étapes consistant (a) à préparer une première partie de moule interne généralement hélicoïde présentant une surface s'étendant entre des premiers et des seconds bords de pales; (b) à monter la première partie de moule interne hélicoïde sur un support; (c) à enfermer l'ensemble moule hélicoïde interne dans un moule externe constitué d'au moins une partie de moule externe; (d) à ajuster une seconde partie de moule hélicoïde interne homologue sur la première partie de moule interne de manière à former un ensemble moule interne; (e) à injecter un élastomère polyuréthanne dans une cavité définie par ledit ensemble moule interne et ledit ensemble moule externe de manière à former un élément paroi interne comprenant une moitié d'une paroi interne du mélangeur et une pale hélicoïdale; (f) à permettre le séchage dudit polyuréthanne; (g) à retirer les parties de moule externes de manière à exposer l'élément paroi interne; (h) à retirer l'élément paroi interne des moules internes.
Patent CA-2489712-C (CA)
Inventor: PRESTWICH GLENN D
IPC: A61K31/737
Filed: 2003-05-15
Granted: 2016-07-12
Abstract: La pr~sente invention concerne des compos~s r~ticul~s utiles dans le cadre de nombreux traitements. L'invention a ~galement pour objet des proc~d~s pour pr~parer des compos~s r~ticul~s par (1) couplage par oxydation d'au moins deux compos~s de thiol ou (2) r~action entre au moins un compos~ de thiol et au moins un compos~ r~actif au thiol.
Patent CA-2492888-C (CA)
Inventor: GONSALVES ROBERT
IPC: H04N9/64
Filed: 2000-04-14
Granted: 2007-08-21
Abstract: A system and method permitting a modification to be specified for several segments sharing a common attribute. Such shared modification may be combined with other separately specified modifications made to a composition or part of a composition. A method and system for processing a modification to be applied to sections of digital media on a digital nonlinear editing system is provided, where a first segment of a media composition represents at least a section of a digital media source. An induction of a modification to be applied to the first segment is received, and a first attribute of the first segment is identified. A first indication of the image modification is stored such that the modification is applied to other segments on the system having the first attribute in common with the first segment. A method and system for applying image modification to a first section of a digital media source on a digital nonlinear editing system also is provided, where a first segment of a media composition represents the first section. The first segment is accessed, and a first source data structure from which the first segment originates is accessed, where the first source data structure represents at least the first section of the digital media source. It is determined whether the first source data structure includes a first indication that defines a first modification to be applied to sections of the digital media source represented by segments that originate from the first source data structure. If the first source data structure includes the first indication, the first modification is applied to the first section of media represented by the first segment.
Patent CA-2501118-C (CA)
Inventor: GRAHAM EVAN
IPC: G06F3/033
Filed: 2003-10-03
Granted: 2011-02-08
Abstract: A pen or stylus-operated graphical user interface for a computer or computing device, which includes a sensing surface having an area corresponding to a data input field, the data input field being conditioned for hand entering and editing of graphical input symbols, and handwriting recognition software operative to analyze the graphical input symbols and superimposing a display field of character data corresponding to the graphical input symbols on the data input field.
Patent CA-2505869-C (CA)
Inventor: PINOL RIBAS JAUME
IPC: A61K39/102
Filed: 2003-11-17
Granted: 2012-03-20
Abstract: The present invention provides a method for obtaining an immunogenic, non haemolytic strain of Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae which is modified, at least in a segment of the apxIA gene and optionally in a segment of the apxIIA gene that codes a transmembrane domain of the Apx haemolytic and cytolytic exotoxins. It comprises also the strains, and the attenuated live vaccine against porcine pleuropneumonia obtained therewith.
Patent CA-2511398-C (CA)
Inventor: SAGBERG HAKON
IPC: G02B26/12
Filed: 2003-12-22
Granted: 2010-04-13
Abstract: L'invention concerne un élément optique à diffraction configurable doté d'un réseau de sous-éléments à diffraction possédant une surface réfléchissante. Chaque sous-élément a une position régulable avec une portée choisie et un certain nombre de sous-éléments sont pourvus d'une grille réfléchissante présentant un certain nombre de caractéristiques spectrales choisies.
Patent CA-2512727-C (CA)
Inventor: HARRELSON GLEN R
IPC: B65D17/28
Filed: 2004-02-12
Granted: 2008-12-09
Abstract: The carton of this invention is capable of carrying the plurality of containers stacked upon their ends in two tiers with a unique dispenser that permits the dispensing of containers on their sides. The dispenser is formed in a top side wall and extends into the end wall with most of the end wall being torn open but leaving a portion near the bottom side wall to prevent the bottom layer of containers from rolling out. Angled projections in the dispensing end of the carton near the top panel and bottom panel prevent the top layer of containers from rolling out. A divider may be inserted between the two tiers of containers to facilitate loading the carton and preventing the containers from accidentally rolling out when the dispenser is open.
Patent CA-2513208-C (CA)
Title: A water separator for air-conditioning systems
Inventor: MILDE BERTRAM
IPC: B60H3/00
Filed: 2005-07-25
Granted: 2013-01-15
Abstract: The invention relates to a water separator for air-conditioning systems, preferably for aircraft air-conditioning systems, comprising a swirl generator, a housing surrounding it, a separation chamber arranged around the housing for the collection of the water separated at the inner wall of the housing, which opens in a separation sump, and at least one opening provided toward the separation chamber in the housing. In accordance with the invention, the separation chamber is made in multistage form, with the first stage of the separation chamber serving the accumulation of the water drops, the second stage of the separation chamber serving the deposition of the accumulated water drops and the third stage of the separation chamber serving the extraction of the air mass flow.
Patent CA-2513417-C (CA)
Title: Store de fenetre avec faces a cordons paralleles
Inventor: JUDKINS REN
IPC: E06B9/30
Filed: 2004-02-09
Granted: 2008-06-10
Abstract: Cette invention concerne un store de fenêtre pour réglage de la lumière présentant une face avant transparente (2) et une face arrière transparente (4) dont l'une ou les deux sont définies par une série de cordons espacés parallèles (3), et une série de lames opaques (6) fixées entre les deux faces. L'espacement des cordons parallèles formant les faces avant et arrière permet à la lumière de passer facilement et présentent un aspect de tissu souple. Les lames (6) sont de préférence faites dans une toile tricotée ou tissée et sont traitées pour freiner le passage de la lumière. Les bords longitudinaux avant et arrière de chaque lame sont fixés respectivement sur la face avant (2) et sur la face arrière (4). Combinée au système de ferrures, la structure ainsi formée et le système de fixation qui en résulte constituent un store de fenêtre en nid d'abeille pour dosage de la lumière. Le déplacement des lames de store entre une position perpendiculaire aux faces avant et arrière et une autre position généralement parallèle à ces deux faces permet de doser la lumière admise au travers du store. Une couche supplémentaire (34) peut être disposée en face de la face avant ou de la face arrière.
Patent CA-2531921-C (CA)
Title: Medical fluid warming system
Inventor: CASSIDY DAVID
IPC: H05B3/20
Filed: 2004-06-25
Granted: 2011-03-15
Abstract: An improved inline intravenous fluid warming device. In one embodiment, the device includes a resistive film heater that is thermally coupled to a body having a serpentine fluid path extending therethrough. The film heater is coupled to the body via a first layer that is a thermally conductive and electrically insulative and a second layer that is thermally conductive. In another embodiment first and second resistive film heaters are employed to support either line power or battery powered operation.
Patent CA-2532828-C (CA)
Inventor: BOMBARDELLI EZIO
IPC: A61K31/37
Filed: 2004-07-06
Granted: 2017-05-30
Abstract: This invention relates to combinations of vasoactive substances which act at venous or arterial level with phosphodiesterase inhibitors including phosphodiesterase V, in particular: visnadine or esculoside; at least one compound selected from icarin or derivatives thereof or extracts containing it, Ginkgo biloba dimeric flavones either in the free form or complexed with phospholipids, amentoflavone; at least one compound selected from escin, escin beta-sitosterol complexed with phospholipids, sericoside, sericoside complexed with phospholipids or Centella asiatica extract in the free form or complexed with phospholipids. The formulations according to the invention are useful in reducing panniculopathy and problems associated with venous insufficiency of the lower limbs.
Patent CA-2539992-C (CA)
Title: Dense, layered membranes for hydrogen separation
Inventor: ROARK SHANE E
IPC: B01D69/12
Filed: 2004-09-01
Granted: 2010-12-21
Abstract: This invention provides hydrogen-permeable membranes for separation of hydrogen from hydrogen-containing gases. The membranes are multi-layer having a central hydrogen-permeable layer with one or more catalyst layers, barrier layers, and/or protective layers. The invention also relates to membrane reactors employing the hydrogen-permeable membranes of the invention and to methods for separation hydrogen from a hydrogen-containing gas using the membranes and reactors. The reactors of this invention can be combined with additional reactor systems for direct use of the separated hydrogen.
Patent CA-2540016-C (CA)
Title: Emulsion contenant des fibres a faible teneur en glucides
Inventor: BIALEK JADWIGA MALGORZATA
IPC: A23L29/206
Filed: 2004-10-06
Granted: 2015-03-31
Abstract: L'invention a trait à une émulsion comestible contenant des fibres insolubles. L'émulsion comestible selon l'invention peut être utilisée comme base pour préparer des produits alimentaires à teneur en matière grasse réduite. Les produits alimentaires à teneur en matière grasse réduite préparés à l'aide de l'émulsion comestible contenant des fibres insolubles présentent une viscosité et une texture acceptable par le consommateur, et des propriétés sensorielles semblables à celles des produits alimentaires riches en matière grasse.
Patent CA-2541808-C (CA)
Title: In-band negotiation in single transcompression scenarios related applications
Inventor: MELHORN NATHAN RICHMOND
IPC: H04L12/56
Filed: 2004-10-07
Granted: 2011-05-10
Abstract: A network device has a processor to control message traffic between the network device and other devices in a network, a port to allow the network device to send and receive the message traffic and a transcompression element to receive indicators of compression renegotiation messages and to transmit indicators of compression renegotiation acknowledgement, as well as perform compression/decompression. A method of controlling compression in a network receives an indicator of compression renegotiation at a decompressor on a first network device, and transmits an indicator of compression renegotiation acknowledgement to a compressor element on a second network device. Another method of controlling compression in a network determines if a compression method for outgoing data is compatible with a decompression method for incoming data. If the compression and decompression methods are compatible, incoming data is transmitted as outgoing data without compression or decompression, with monitoring of message traffic for any compression renegotiation messages. Compression/decompression may be performed after compression renegotiation or may be ceased.
Patent CA-2542458-C (CA)
Inventor: CONQUERGOOD STEVE
IPC: G01H3/00
Filed: 2006-04-07
Granted: 2013-05-21
Abstract: An apparatus, system and methodology enable non-intrusive measurement of parameters related to fluid flow in a conduit. An acoustic sensor is located along the conduit and includes a mechanical amplifier having an acoustic input coupled to the conduit and a microphone coupled to the mechanical amplifier. The microphone receives mechanically amplified acoustic energy from the conduit and establishing first signals which are processed for generating second signals which are related to fluid flow in the conduit. The second signals can include quantitative flow data and qualitative data such as change in state and alarms. The second signals can be transmitted wirelessly to a remote site for further processing. Use of low power components and power management enable long term operations on battery power.