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Patent CA-2450340-A1 (CA)
Title: Method of producing a software product
Inventor: ROBBINS RICHARD L JR
IPC: G06F8/20
Filed: 2002-06-13
Abstract: A software product is produced by defining a functional model of the overall software product,designing,based on this functional model,a plurality n of configurations and slices of the software product,wherein a configuration is the entirety or a part of the software product forming an independently testable unit and a slice is a set of functions of the software product constructed together and forming the entirety or part of a configuration.The n slices are independently constructed wherein the first slice forms the first configuration.The second to n-th configurations are formed by integrating th e k-th configuration with the (K+1)slice,wherein k is l,...,n.Subsecuently a first to n-th configuration are tested independently.This software developme nt approach allows an integration of the overall systems in parts as early as possible and to gradually increase the number of integrated components in a controlled,but manageable fashion.This allows to achieve a highly efficient use of resources within a short development time.
Patent CA-2452008-A1 (CA)
Title: Ltb4 as vaccine adjuvant
Inventor: BORGEAT PIERRE
IPC: A61K39/145
Filed: 2002-06-26
Abstract: The present invention relates to a vaccine adjuvant for enhancing immune response of an individual to a vaccine, which comprises an immune-enhancing effective amount of an LTB4 agent in association with a pharmaceutically effective vaccine carrier.
Patent CA-2452229-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GRADY WAYNE RAY
IPC: C23C4/00
Filed: 2003-12-04
Abstract: A coated article (20) has a metallic substrate (26) with a substrate composition, and a metallic coating (28) overlying and contacting the metallic substrate (26).  The metallic coating (28) has a metallic-coating composition different from the substrate composition. A protective coating (30) overlies and contacts the metallic coating (28). The protective coating (30) includes an aluminide layer (32) overlying and contacting the metallic coating (28), and optionally a thermal barrier coating (36) overlying and contacting the aluminide layer (32). This structure may be used to restore a key dimension of an article (20) that has previously been in service and to protect the article (20) as well.
Patent CA-2453133-A1 (CA)
Inventor: FREEK MICHAEL A
IPC: B65D43/02
Filed: 2003-12-15
Abstract: A drink-thru lid for a drinking cup including an annular mounting portion for sealingly engaging the drinking cup, wherein the annular mounting portion includes a downwardly extending annular skirt. The lid further includes a tear-back section extending from the annular skirt to a hinge portion located in a medial portion of the lid. The tear-back section includes a raised protrusion extending outwardly from an upper surface of the lid. A recess is further formed in a medial portion of the lid on the opposite side of the hinge portion from the raised protrusion, wherein the tear-back section may be torn away from the lid on its sides and pivoted about the hinge portion until the raised protrusion is received within the recess for holding said pivotal flap open. The raised protrusion and the recess are shaped such that the raised protrusion is frictionally engaged by the end walls of the recess. The recess further includes a straw slot formed therein, wherein the straw slot is defined by two sloping side walls extending from an upper surface of the lid and converging together at different angles to form a frangible juncture in the deepest portion of the recess.
Patent CA-2454286-A1 (CA)
Title: Cane accessory
Inventor: PEPIN LINDA
IPC: A45B3/00
Filed: 2003-12-29
Abstract: A cover for a cane comprising a piece of flexible sheet material in the form of a tubular sheath and having a device for securing the sheath in position about a care shaft. The accessory can be used both for protecting the cane and for aesthetic purposes.
Patent CA-2456207-A1 (CA)
Inventor: WANG LINFU
IPC: D06M13/203
Filed: 2002-07-26
Abstract: Disclosed is a process for producing water-insoluble cellulose fibers having high carboxyl content by reacting cellulose fiber in suspension with dicarboxylic acid anhydride or chloride in the presence of a basic catalyst.  The fibers produced possess a unique combination of high carboxyl content in the range of 100 to 4000 meq/kg, and high average viscosity, in the range of 0.5 to 12 dl/g. The carboxylated cellulose fibers according the invention can be made with a combination of carboxyl content and average viscosity which are suitable for use in numerous applications, including absorbent products, health care products, specialty papers, adhesives, detergents, biodegradable fibers, precursors for aqueous coatings and ion exchange fibers.
Patent CA-2457793-A1 (CA)
Title: A retaining member
Inventor: BAUER CHRISTIAN
IPC: B60R16/08
Filed: 2004-02-16
Abstract: A retaining member in plastic, suited for retaining at least one line on a support (45), comprising: - a basic body (2) with a mounting area (3) for mounting on the support (45) and at least one retaining area (9, 10) with at least one line seating (23 to 26) for at least one line, and - a line seating (23 to 26) which, at the inside, has a plurality of resilient ribs (32 to 34) which project beyond the inside at different overhangs.
Patent CA-2459223-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BLAZEJEWSKI REINHOLD
IPC: G02B6/36
Filed: 2002-08-28
Abstract: A plug-in connector for a combination cable, with at least one light guide and several electrical lines, comprises a base body which may be introduced into a socket in a plugging direction and by means of which the plug-in connector is retained in the socket, a light guide mounting, with a channel open at both ends for housing the light guide and at least two contact elements each of which may be connected to one of the electrical lines.
Patent CA-2459236-A1 (CA)
Title: Pre-cast concrete construction block with manipulation handles and method of production
Inventor: DOERNER ART
IPC: B28B1/14
Filed: 2004-03-01
Abstract: A pre-cast concrete construction block and method of producing same including handles at the lateral transverse webs. The handles are ledges cantilevered from said transverse webs adjacent the upper surface in either a 3-web or a 2-web configuration. In another embodiment, the handles are provided by voids within the lateral transverse webs. A method of production of the block includes a T-shaped core adjacent the bottom of a two-part cavity mold so as to facilitate flow of concrete material and completion of the cavity fill prior to set up.
Patent CA-2459494-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MARTIN STEVEN J
IPC: B05D7/24
Filed: 2002-05-16
Abstract: The present invention provides a water-soluble and shelf-stable aqueous fluorochemical polymeric treatment useful to treat porous substrates to render them repellent to water- and oil-based stains. The treatment comprises a water-soluble or dispersible fluorochemical polymer containing only carbon atoms in the backbone, with a plurality of each of the following groups pendent from the backbone: (a) fluoroaliphatic groups, (b) carboxyl-containing groups, (c) silyl groups and optionally (d) other non-hydrophilic groups. Because the water-soluble polymeric treatment of the present invention, and the shelf-stable aqueous solutions thereof, can be applied to porous substrates in aqueous solution, they eliminate the need for environmentally harmful and toxic co-solvents. Particularly when applied to masonry and other siliceous materials, these polymeric treatments can react with the substrate onto which they are applied to form an invisible and water-insoluble coating that repels both water and oil, resists soiling, and that cannot be easily washed from the surface of the substrate. Substrates treated with these polymers are thereby durably protected from rain and normal weathering.
Patent CA-2460655-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHRISTOPH THOMAS
IPC: A61P13/02
Filed: 2002-09-18
Abstract: La présente invention concerne l'utilisation d'une combinaison de composés du groupe A, notamment d'opioïdes, et de composés du groupe B, notamment d'agents antimuscariniques et d'autres substances ayant une action principalement périphérique pour produire un médicament destiné à traiter la strangurie et l'incontinence urinaire, ainsi que des médicaments correspondant et des procédés pour traiter la strangurie et l'incontinence urinaire.
Patent CA-2464529-A1 (CA)
Title: Method of treating estrogen responsive breast cancer
Inventor: ESHKOL ALIZA
IPC: A61K38/21
Filed: 2002-11-05
Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method of treating estrogen responsive breast cancer in an individual comprising administering to an individual a therapeutically effective estradiol inhibiting amount of interferon gamma (IFN-.gamma.) and/or a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) antagonist and/or an interleukin-1 (IL-1) antagonists. The invention is based upon the surprising discovery that IFN-.gamma. and/or a tumor necrosis factor (TNF) antagonist and/or an interleukin-1 (IL-1) antagonists inhibit estradiol production in human adipocytes. This discovery is not only important because it allows for the treatment and/or prevention of estrogen dependent breast cancer using IFN-.gamma., TNF antagonists or IL-1 antagonist each alone or in combination, but also because IFN-.gamma. and/or TNF antagonists and/or IL-1 antagonists can be used in conjunction with standard anti-estrogen therapy, e.g., tamoxifen and/or aromatase inhibitor, to result in lower estrogen levels than seen with standard anti-estrogen therapy alone. Moreover, the ability to lower estrogen levels by means of the present invention, when combined with standard anti-estrogen therapy, provides an important therapeutic option in that it allows the dose of the anti-estrogen to be reduced, reducing the likelihood of side effects and complications commonly seen with anti-estrogen therapy.
Patent CA-2465023-A1 (CA)
Title: Portable air horn apparatus
Inventor: WOODS DAVID TERRY
IPC: G10K9/04
Filed: 2004-04-19
Abstract: A portable air horn apparatus. The apparatus includes an air horn adapted to generate sound when supplied with air under pressure, an air compressor adapted to generate air under pressure, an air conduit interconnecting the compressor and the air horn enabling the air under pressure generated by the compressor to be supplied to the air horn, an electric motor adapted to operate the air compressor when energized, a portable source of electrical energy, and electrical circuitry electrically connecting the portable source of electrical energy to the electric motor to enable the electric motor to be energized. The circuitry includes a manually operable on-off switch having a first position opening the circuitry and a second position closing the circuitry. A housing is provided for physically supporting and interconnecting at least the air horn, compressor, electric motor, on-off switch and portable source of electrical energy, and includes a handle adapted to be manually graspable by a user of the device.
Patent CA-2465788-A1 (CA)
Title: Skin lotion comprising aqueous dispersion of ultra-fine titanium particles
Inventor: SUZUKI KAZUAKI
IPC: A61Q5/00
Filed: 2002-11-01
Abstract: An aqueous dispersion of ultra-fine titanium particles is produced by a meth od which comprises burning a mixed gas of oxygen and hydrogen in a high pressur e water, by the use of an apparatus for producing a skin lotion comprising a tank for containing a high pressure water, a nozzle for spraying a mixed gas of oxygen and hydrogen, a titanium rod, an ignition device and a pressure- resistant container having a combustion chamber, melting titanium with the resulting combustion gas, and dispersing the resulting ultra-fine particles of titanium in water. The aqueous dispersion of ultra-fine titanium particles i s used in a skin lotion or the like.
Patent CA-2466429-A1 (CA)
Title: Methods of improving winter-spring turfgrass quality
Inventor: HAMILTON GEORGE W JR
IPC: A01G1/00
Filed: 2002-10-15
Abstract: A method for enhancing the winter-spring quality of turf grass by application of a composition containing a sand that has been colored with a dark colorant.  The color is typically a dark green or black and can be prepared by mixing a latex paint with a white sand. The darkened sand absorbs radiant sunlight and raises the temperature of the turfgrass thus hastening growth and spring greening. The method is especially useful for golf course putting greens and a preferred application is to apply the composition in the fall prior to snow or ice accumulation. Such use on golf course putting greens will cause the turf to break dormancy and grow earlier than normal in the spring thus enhancing the quality and enjoyment of early spring playing.
Patent CA-2466802-A1 (CA)
Inventor: KOJO ILKKA
IPC: F27D15/00
Filed: 2002-10-08
Abstract: The invention relates to a melt launder (1, 9, 10) comprising a bottom and edges, said melt launder being particularly meant to be used for tapping a molten phase, such as slag, from a smelting furnace, which melt launder is manufactured of copper or copper alloy and provided with cooling channels (8 ), so that at the bottom (2) of the melt launder (1, 9, 10), there is arranged at least one groove (3).
Patent CA-2468648-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DUFOUR LOUIS-GEORGES
IPC: A45B7/00
Filed: 2004-05-27
Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a sport training apparatus and more specifically, the present invention is concerned with an apparatus for training a person in doing body movements for various sports or activities, such as for example body rotations in figure skating. For a new learner or for a performer wanting to enhance his/her rotation techniques, the steps in performing such body movements and the subtleties in the techniques may need intensive monitoring from a teacher and require repetitions to develop good reflexes in achieving the body movements. The apparatus of the present invention includes an elongated body for the positioning of each hand in the vicinity of each other to help perfect the body rotation of the performer.
Patent CA-2470414-A1 (CA)
Inventor: GOEDEGEBUUR FRITS
IPC: C12N15/09
Filed: 2002-10-30
Abstract: The present invention provides a novel endoglucanase nucleic acid sequence, designated egl6, and the corresponding EGVI amino acid sequence. The invention also provides expression vectors and host cells comprising a nucleic acid sequence encoding EGVI, recombinant EGVI proteins and methods for producing the same.
Patent CA-2470740-A1 (CA)
Inventor: BOTH REINHOLD
IPC: B01D53/56
Filed: 2004-06-10
Abstract: A dust catcher 1 with a demister 15 that is preferably arranged so as to be inclined is of very compact construction because adequate moistening or wetting of the untreated air 24 that contains dust is made possible by the use of multijet nozzles that operate intensively. The fan 11 is associated with a dedicated fan housing 18 that is connected to the dust-catcher housing 10, and is followed by a muffler 20.
Patent CA-2472563-A1 (CA)
Inventor: NAGASAKA AKIO
IPC: G06V40/145
Filed: 2004-06-25
Abstract: Le dispositif et la méthode d'identification personnelle présentés empêchent la réduction du taux de reconnaissance des veines de doigt qui est due à la mauvaise insertion d'un doigt par l'utilisateur n'étant pas habitué à cette opération ou a l'insertion d'un faux doigt, à peu de frais. Ce dispositif comprend les éléments qui suivent. Un imageur qui prélève l'image d'un modèle de veines de doigt; une source lumineuse émettant de la lumière adaptée à être transmise à travers le doigt; une unité d'exploitation d'image qui s'apparie à l'image; des guides qui indiquent la position de prélèvement de l'image du doigt; un détecteur qui détecte le contact entre le doigt et les guides; une autre source lumineuse rayonnant la lumière réfléchie par l'épaisseur du doigt; une commande électrique, enfoncée par l'extrémité avant du doigt; une source lumineuse supplémentaire émettant la lumière transmise à travers l'extrémité avant du doigt; et un capteur optique qui reçoit la lumière provenant de la source lumineuse supplémentaire et qui traverse le doigt.
Patent CA-2473857-A1 (CA)
Title: Gaming apparatus with player tracking capabilities
Inventor: WOLF BRYAN
IPC: G07F17/32
Filed: 2002-03-28
Abstract: A gaming apparatus (42) may comprise a display apparatus (222) capable of generating video images, a value input device (240, 242, 244) capable of allowing the player to deposit a medium of value, and a controller (260) operatively coupled to the display apparatus (222) and value input device (240, 242, 244). The controller (260) includes a processor (264) and a memory (262, 266) operatively coupled to the processor (264), where the controller (260) is programmed to monitor actions by a player during use of the gaming apparatus (42), determine a potential game parameter based on monitored actions, and operate the gaming apparatus (42) and display images on the display apparatus (222) responsive to the determined potential game parameter.  The potential game parameters may include likely current wager values for the player, player game selection preferences, and selection of pay tables for the players. Further, the gaming apparatus (42) monitors a plurality of sets of minotored actions by a player, and determine a plurality of potential game parameters, each game parameter based on one of the plurality of sets of monitored actions, where the controller (260) operates the gaming apparatus (42) and displays images on the display apparatus (222) responsive to the determined plurality of potential game parameters.
Patent CA-2474618-A1 (CA)
Title: A device for suspension of objects to a wall
Inventor: ANDERSSON BORJE
IPC: B25H3/04
Filed: 2003-02-10
Abstract: A device for storing objects by suspending them on a wall comprises a base plate (1) and a flange (2) extending perpendicular from the base plate (1).  The base plate (1) has a hole (3) and a first slot (4) extending from the hole (3), said first slot (4) having a smaller width than the diameter of the hole (3). The flange (2) has a second slot (5) directed from one end of the flange (2) towards the other end of the flange (2). One end of a string (6) provided with enlargements (7) which may pass the hole (3), but not the two slots (4 and 5), has been permanently inserted in the first slot (4).
Patent CA-2474776-A1 (CA)
Title: Cleaning and disinfection of surgical and medical instruments and appliances
Inventor: STAFFELDT JUERGEN
IPC: C11D3/06
Filed: 2003-01-28
Abstract: The invention relates to the use of a cleaning agent which contains surfactants and has a pH value of at least 11 when diluted in an aqueous solution and ready for use. Said cleaning agent is used to destabilise prions during mechanical and manual cleaning and/or disinfection of medical and/or surgical instruments and appliances. It has been recognised that this combination enables a reliable destabilisation of prions during the mechanical reconditioning of surgical instruments.
Patent CA-2476427-A1 (CA)
Title: Partial peptide mimetics and methods
Inventor: HOYE THOMAS R
IPC: A61K38/16
Filed: 2003-02-20
Abstract: Partial peptide mimetics and methods of making and using, wherein the partia l peptide mimetics have a first amino acid sequence comprising ANIKLSVQMKL (SE Q ID NO: 8), a homolog thereof, or a segment of SEQ ID NO: 8 or a homolog thereof, a second amino acid sequence comprising IIVKLND (SEQ ID NO:2), a homolog thereof, or a segment of SEQ ID NO:2 or a homolog thereof, and a .beta.-turn inducing scaffold bonded between the first and second amino acid sequences.
Patent CA-2478039-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MERCURI ENNIO
IPC: A22C13/02
Filed: 2003-03-04
Abstract: A hand-operated machine for shirring casing onto a stuffing tube (1) includes a body through which the stuffing tube (1) covered in casing may pass. The shirring machine has casing engaging means (4) that engages the casing as the machine is pushed along the stuffing tube (1) from the discharge end (12) so that the casing is drawn onto the stuffing tube. The casing engaging means (4) also disengages the casing when it is pulled in the opposite direction. The shirring machine also includes grasping means (11) to manually move it back and forth along the stuffing tube (1).
Patent CA-2479278-A1 (CA)
Inventor: DINEEN CHRISTOPHER
IPC: B25G1/01
Filed: 2004-08-26
Abstract: A power sander (2) having a housing (4) and a motor within the housing is disclosed. A gripping portion adapted to be engaged by a hand of a user of the sander comprises blister packs (30), (36) comprising first and second flexible sheets defining a gel-containing chamber therebetween and containing a vibration damping gel material, the first and second sheets being sealed to each other at the periphery of each gel-containing chamber. Clamping plates (34), (40) include a body portion and pins (not shown) adapted to extend through the periphery of a corresponding blister pack and to protrude inwardly of the surface of the housing (4). The pins are then deformed by means of heat or ultrasound to secure the clamping plates (34), (40) to the housing (4).
Patent CA-2480283-A1 (CA)
Title: Textile mill applications of cellulosic based polymers to provide appearance and integrity benefits to fabrics during laundering and in-wear
Inventor: WASHINGTON NODIE MONROE
IPC: C08B11/193
Filed: 2003-04-16
Abstract: Cellulosic based polymer or oligomer materials for use in textile mill applications. The compositions of the present invention impart appearance an d integrity benefits to fabrics and textiles during laundering and in-wear. Th e applications can be stand alone or incorporated into textile mill processes. The materials can be applied onto yarns/fabrics/textiles/garments via pad-dr y processes or exhaustion methods.
Patent CA-2480625-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VARELA ARMANDO
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2003-04-11
Abstract: A handheld combined electronic article surveillance (EAS) and barcode scanner device (100). The device (100) may be configured for wireless communication with a point of sale network so that is entirely portable within a protected area. The device (100) may include a capacitor (114) disposed in handle (116) at a proximal end of the device (100) and an antenna may be disposed at a distal end of the device (100). A base station may be provided for receiving the device (100).
Patent CA-2482753-A1 (CA)
Title: Water-activated, exothermic chemical deicing formulations
Inventor: ALIZADEH HASAN
IPC: C09K3/18
Filed: 2003-04-18
Abstract: Deicing compositions are provided for removing ice from a surface which include either succinic acid or succinic anhydride, or both, and a neutralizing base such as sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, or ammonium hydroxide wherein the deicing compositions when mixed with water produce succinate salts in a reaction that rapidly releases sufficient heat to melt the ice on the surface and the succinate salts act as a deicer and freezing point depressant. In particular embodiments, the deicing compositions further include a glycol which inhibits reformation of the ice on the deiced surface.  The deicing compositions are suitable and effective for airport applications in which corrosion of aircraft alloys and concrete runways are of concern.
Patent CA-2482813-A1 (CA)
Title: Substituted polycyclic, fused ring metal complexes and polymerization process
Inventor: FENG SHAOGUANG S
IPC: C08F10/00
Filed: 2003-04-08
Abstract: Metal complexes comprising a polycyclic, fused ring ligand comprising at least: (1) a cyclopentadienyl ring, (2) a =J* substituted 7 membered polyatomic ring, where =J* is =(C)c=CR*2, =NR*, or =0, where R* is hydrogen, C1-10 hydrocarbyl, N,N-di(C1-4 alkyl)amino, or halogen, and c is 0, 1 or 2; and (3) one or more aromatic ring systems, with the proviso that said substituted 7 membered ring (2), is fused to both the cyclopentadienyl ring (1), and said one or more aromatic ring systems (3), polymerization catalyst s, and olefin polymerization processes using the same are disclosed.