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Patent CA-2257761-A1 (CA)
Title: Partial probe mapping
Inventor: CUMMINGS DONALD D
IPC: G01S7/40
Filed: 1999-01-06
Abstract: A method and apparatus for processing a time domain reflectometry (TDR) signal having a plurality of reflection pulses to generate a valid output result corresponding to a process variable for a material in a vessel. The method includes the steps of determining an initial reference signal along a probe, storing the initial reference signal as an active reference signal, periodically detecting a TDR  signal along the probe in the vessel, and computing the output result using the TDR signal and the active reference signal. The method also includes the steps for automatically or manually updating the active reference signal. The method of updating the active reference signal includes the steps of detecting a sample TDR signal for the probe in the vessel; establishing at least one transition point on the sample TDR signal and the active reference signal; combining a portion of the sample TDR signal on one side of the at least one transition point with a portion of the active reference signal on the other side of the at least one transition point to establish an updated reference signal;  means for overwriting the active reference signal with the updated reference signal for use in subsequent computations of the output result.
Patent CA-2257982-A1 (CA)
Title: Quick cooking and instant rice and methods of making same
Inventor: LIN YAH HWA E
IPC: A23L7/10
Filed: 1997-06-13
Abstract: The invention provides a process for the preparation of quick cooking rice having a natural appearance and smooth mouthfeel. The rice is produced by mechanically manipulating wet rice at a moisture content of from more than 17 % to 32 % by weight, preferably by wet milling the rice to remove the bran, followed by drying. The wet milling results in a product with quick cooking properties, superior cook yield and eating properties. The mechanically manipulated wet rice can also be instantized after the wet flexing step to produce an instant rice. Accordingly, the invention provides quick cooking and instant rices obtainable by the claimed processes.
Patent CA-2259370-A1 (CA)
Title: Medical adhesive composite and package
Inventor: RIEDEL JOHN E
IPC: A61F13/00
Filed: 1997-07-02
Abstract: Combinations of medical adhesive composites, e.g., dressings, and a package in which the medical adhesive composites are attached to a release surface on the bottom sheet of the package are disclosed. The dressings may include a flexible backing and carrier. Methods of manu-facturing and using the combination are also disclosed.
Patent CA-2265657-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MULLET WILLIS J
IPC: E05F15/16
Filed: 1998-07-13
Abstract: An operating system for controllably moving in upward and downward directions a sectional door (D) in relation to a door frame (12) having a pair of jambs (13, 14) and an interconnecting header (15), including a counterbalancing system (30) having a drive tube (31) interconnected with the sectional door proximate the ends thereof, a motorized operator (10) mounted adjacent to the drive tube and between the ends of the sectional door, and a drive train (70) interconnecting the drive tube (31) and the motorized operator for selectively driving the sectional door in upward and downward directions. The operator includes a motor (40) for selectively rotating a drive shaft (60) in two directions, a drive wheel (80) on the drive shaft (60) for rotating the drive train (70) in one direction when the motor rotates the drive shaft (60) in one direction, and a coupler (90) on the drive shaft (60) rotating the drive wheel (80) when located in a first position and directly engaging and rotating the drive gear (71) in the other direction when located in a second position.
Patent CA-2265840-A1 (CA)
Title: Continuous platform cutting method
Inventor: DENNEY DENYS
IPC: B26D3/28
Filed: 1998-07-23
Abstract: A method for shaping a slab of compressible or cellular polymer material (80), such as polyurethane foam, by cutting portions of the material from one surface. A moving patterned platform (32), preferably an endless belt or a series of interconnected panels, is interposed between a compression roller (56) and a support surface (46) and defines at least one recess (36). When the slab is compressed between the compression roller and the platform, which is supported by the support surface, a portion of the material fills the recess or recesses in the moving platform. At least a portion of the compressed material within the recesses is then cut from the surface of the slab by a blade (76) just as the slab emerges from between the compression roller and the platform leaving a profile-cut surface with cut-out portions corresponding in pattern and shape to the recesses provided on the moving patterned platform.
Patent CA-2266651-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VILJANEN REIJO
IPC: B27M3/00
Filed: 1996-09-18
Abstract: A method to produce solid glued woodboard (4) out of the glued wood element (1), which is formed by glueing together sawn timber boards (2) or like them, when not glued sawn timber board, free surfaces form glued wood elements main surface and glued woodboards are going to be loosed by sawing out of the glued wood element through elements main surface directed sawing. The element is sawed in the middle split through line (I) and as a result got two halves of the element again in the middle split through line (II) and again as a result got four pieces of the element in the middle split through line (III) and will be carried on, until the desired thickness of the woodboards is reached.
Patent CA-2269048-A1 (CA)
Title: Insecticidal and miticidal compositions
Inventor: FUKUCHI TOSHIKI
IPC: A01N43/36
Filed: 1997-12-08
Abstract: The invention relates to an insecticidal and miticidal composition which contains as active ingredients chlorfenapyr (4-bromo-2-(4-chlorophenyl)-1-(ethoxymethyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyrrole-3-carbonitrile) in combination with a carbamate-type insecticidal ingredient(s). The insecticidal and miticidal composition of the invention is effective against pests and mites having resistance to commercial insecticidal and miticidal agents.
Patent CA-2275917-A1 (CA)
Title: Video game with randomly generated images
Inventor: GOLDBERG LAUREN
IPC: A63F9/24
Filed: 1999-06-22
Abstract: A system for generating video pictures including various images. The system defines a target number of video images eligible for display, identifies target display positions for the images and selects various basic images from game memory. A  number of change candidates is selected from among the basic images eligible for display and a change option is selected for each change candidate. The selected change options are executed to define a number of changed images, which may then be displayed with a number of the basic images to define the video pictures. The display system may be advantageously employed to generate pictures in a video game in which points are awarded for identifying the changed images.
Patent CA-2276450-A1 (CA)
Title: A method of modulating an immune response in an infected mammal by transmucosal administration of modulating agent
Inventor: MICHAELS FRANK
IPC: A61K39/23
Filed: 1998-01-02
Abstract: Methods and compositions for modulating an immune response in a mammal infected with a bacterium, a virus, or a parasite are provided. The methods and compositions are useful in mammals experiencing an acute infection and in mammals experiencing a chronic infection. The methods and compositions may be used in conjunction with a known treatment for infection of a mammal by an infectious agent. Methods and compositions for transmucosal delivery of a molecule comprising an epitope located in close proximity to the immune response are provided.
Patent CA-2278330-A1 (CA)
Title: Composition containing a radioactive component for treatment of vessel wall
Inventor: WANG LIXIAO
IPC: A61F2/82
Filed: 1998-01-02
Abstract: This invention is a method and composition for inhibiting restenosis. The composition (64) includes an adhesive or polymeric material having a radioactive component dispersed therethrough. The biologically compatible adhesive (64) including a radioactive material, is applied to a vessel region where inhibition of restenosis is desired.
Patent CA-2278363-A1 (CA)
Inventor: RHODES KEVIN R
IPC: A01K1/12
Filed: 1998-01-20
Abstract: A simple, efficient, and rugged dairy parlor entry gate (10) thatis especially useful for identifying animals (30), minimizing the need for lead animals (30) to back up as the gates swing open, and provides for indexing the animals (30) into proper position. The entry gate (10) preferably includes a pair of opposed stanchions (12, 14) defining therebetween a passageway (16), at least one and preferably a pair of gate members (18, 20), and mounting structure for swingably carrying the gate members (18, 20) and mounting them in offset relationship. An antenna (144, 146) may be provided in each of the gate members (18, 20) so that the interrogation field generated thereby swings with the gate member (18, 20). The gate (10) also preferably includes a motive member (24) for swinging the gate members (18, 20) between an open position allowing the passage of animals (30) therebetween and a closed position that both inhibits the passage of animals (30) into the parlor and indexes the last animal (30) into a proper position.
Patent CA-2278880-A1 (CA)
Inventor: HOOK RICHARD WAYNE
IPC: A01B61/04
Filed: 1999-07-26
Abstract: A spring trip standard for a tillage implement includes a coil spring freely and solely compressed between an upper spring-abutting surface on the mounting bracket and a lower spring-abutting surface on a casting which is connected by a transverse pivot to the mounting bracket. A tool supporting shank is bolted to the casting and biased downwardly into a ground working position by the spring. The casting includes an integral stop extending forwardly from the pivot. The stop contacts the bottom of the bracket when the shank is in the ground working position so that a tension link between the bracket and casting is eliminated. A spring guide through the coils is also obviated. A  relatively high initial trip force prevents unwanted tripping of the shank and prevents looseness in the shank pivot so the lateral position of the tool is maintained. The spring-abutting surface on the casting includes a spring receiving projection to help maintain the spring position relative to the shank. The projection is slotted to receive a special tool for compressing the spring for standard disassembly and reassembly. The special tool also facilitates replacement of a bushing and sleeve assembly in the pivot with only partial disassembly.
Patent CA-2281819-A1 (CA)
Title: A method for the removal of chlorate ions from solutions
Inventor: KLESING ARMIN
IPC: C02F1/70
Filed: 1998-01-10
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for removing chlorate ions from solutions by means of catalytic treatment in the presence of hydrogen. According to the invention a rhodium and/or platinum catalyst is used. The choice of catalyst carrier depends on the amount of coadsorbents contained in the solution. The carrier material, which may be oxidic or non-oxidic, should also be easily wettable.
Patent CA-2282833-A1 (CA)
Inventor: OLSEN ROBERT
IPC: B65D71/50
Filed: 1999-09-21
Abstract: This invention relates to a package of a plurality of containers unitized with a flexible carrier. The carrier is constructed from a plastic planar sheet having a plurality of container receiving openings including corner container receiving openings and inner container receiving openings. A panel is positioned with respect to a straight longitudinal panel edge of the container receiving openings.  When the containers are inserted into the container receiving openings, the panel remains flat and tight with respect to the containers. The panel is urged into a flat position with respect to the containers through a distinct spatial relationship between and among the container receiving openings.
Patent CA-2284530-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JAIN VIDYUT
IPC: G06Q30/02
Filed: 1998-03-20
Abstract: A method for monitoring client (12) interaction with a resource downloaded from a server (10) in a computer network includes the steps of using a client (12) to specify an address of a resource located on a first server (10), downloading a file corresponding to the resource from the first server (10) in response to specification of the address, using the client (12) to specify an address of a first executable program located on a second server (10), the address of the first executable program being embedded in the file downloaded from the first server (10), the first executable program including a software timer for monitoring the amount of time the client (12) spends interacting with and displaying the file downloaded from the first server (10), downloading the first executable program from the second server to run on the client (12) so as to determine the amount of time the client (12) interacts with the file downloaded from the first server (10). A server (10) for use in analysis and automatically serving out files assembled according to user interests and preferences.
Patent CA-2286706-A1 (CA)
Inventor: STEINBERG AMIRAM
IPC: A61F2/02
Filed: 1998-04-14
Abstract: La présente invention concerne un implant (10) osseux de type tige comprenant des éléments structurels longitudinaux (16A) et des câbles de traction(31) assurant une régulation de la courbure, un support et une rigidité contre la flexion et le gondolement. Les éléments structurels longitudinaux (16A) et les câbles de traction (31) peuvent devenir partie intégrante d'un os régénéré composite présentant une force sensiblement accrue par rapport à l'os naturel. On règle la flexibilité et la rigidité de l'implant (10) en variant de manière spécifique la géométrie structurelle de certaines parties de l'implant et en réglant la tension des câbles de traction (31) avant, pendant et après l'opération d'implantation. On peut régler les câbles de traction (31) afin d'obtenir des niveaux asymétriques ou non homogènes de tension dans les éléments structurels longitudinaux (16A).
Patent CA-2288700-A1 (CA)
Inventor: MOTLEY CURTIS BOBBY
IPC: A45D34/04
Filed: 1998-05-07
Abstract: Disclosed is a packaged antiperspirant cream composition comprising a gellant, a liquid carrier, an antiperspirant active, and a dispensing package which contains the antiperspirant cream composition. The packaged antiperspirant cream compositions have improved stability, application aesthetics, and reduced syneresis. The dispensing package comprises: 1) a container body having an interior chamber of generally uniform or symmetrical cross section which contains the antiperspirant cream composition and has a lengthwise extending axis, 2) an elevator having a cross section congruent to and mounted for axial movement within the interior chamber, 3) a perforated, convex dome attached to a dispensing end of the container body and having a plurality of openings extending through the thickness of the perforated dome, 4) a means for axially advancing the elevator toward the perforated dome; and 5) an optional means for axially reciprocating the elevator away from the convex dome, wherein the means for axially advancing the elevator and the optional means for axially reciprocating the elevator cooperate to reciprocate the elevator a minimum distance Dmin. The dispensing package preferably has a select container body rigidity, a select convex configuration for the perforated dome and supporting elevator, and/or other means for reducing residual internal pressure, all of which help to minimize the development of solvent syneresis from the antiperspirant cream composition.
Patent CA-2291665-A1 (CA)
Title: Process for preparing 3-(7-amidino-2-naphthyl)-2-phenylpropionic acid derivatives
Inventor: MAKINO TORU
IPC: C07D207/12
Filed: 1998-05-29
Abstract: A process for industrially preparing intermediates of aromatic amidine derivatives having anticoagulant activity (Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 208946/1993), i.e., compounds represented by general formula (3) or salts thereof by the following reaction scheme (1), (2) and (3), wherein R1 represents H or an alkyl group; R2 represents H, an alkanoyl group, an alkoxycarbonyl group, an aralkyl group, an aralkyloxycarbonyl group or the like; and R3 represents H, an alkyl group, or an alkanoyl group.
Patent CA-2291812-A1 (CA)
Title: Silica-magnesium fluoride hydrate composite sols and process for their preparation
Inventor: TANEGASHIMA OSAMU
IPC: G02B1/11
Filed: 1999-12-07
Abstract: A sol comprising silica-magnesium fluoride hydrate composite colloidal particles used in an anti-reflection coating material for forming an anti-reflection coating and a process for its preparation are provided.        A sol comprising silica-magnesium fluoride hydrate composite colloidal particles having a ratio of silica to magnesium fluoride hydrate MgF2.cndot.nH2O, n being in the range between 0.25 and 0.5, in terms of a SiO2/MgF2 weight ratio of from 0.01 to 5 and a primary particle size of 5 to 50 nm. A process for the preparation of an aqueous sol comprising silica-magnesium fluoride hydrate composite colloidal particles which comprises the steps of adding an aqueous fluoride solution to a mixture liquid of a silica sol and an aqueous magnesium salt solution to produce a slurry of an agglomerate comprising silica-magnesium fluoride hydrate composite colloidal particles and removing the salts formed as by-products. A process for the preparation of an ogranosol further comprising the step of replacing water in the aqueous sol with an organic solvent.
Patent CA-2299304-A1 (CA)
Title: Method and apparatus for reconfiguring control channel provision within a cellular telephone system
Inventor: JOHANSSON LARS
IPC: H04W72/04
Filed: 1998-08-18
Abstract: In response to the blocking (100) of a base station (18) control channel, an attempt is first made to recover (102) the channel (perhaps using a deblock).  If the recovery should fail, a reconfiguration of the control channel from a control channel transceiver to a selected traffic channel transceiver is effectuated. The traffic channel transceiver that is selected preferably is of the same type as the control channel transceiver and has as many idle channels as possible (108). Alternatively, the selected traffic channel transceiver may have a different type with as many idle channels as possible (112). The configuration and frequency of the selected traffic channel transceiver are then replaced (116) with the configuration and frequency of the control channel transceiver to complete the reconfiguration. The control channel is then deblocked (118) and the traffic channel(s) previously supported by the found transceiver are blocked.
Patent CA-2299342-A1 (CA)
Inventor: VAN LUCHENE ANDREW S
IPC: G06Q20/00
Filed: 1998-08-21
Abstract: Cette invention concerne une unité de commande et de stockage qui va déterminer une valeur monétaire, telle que la quantité de monnaie due à un client. L'unité de commande et de stockage va également sélectionner une liste de billets qui comprend un ensemble de numéros de billets. L'unité de commande et de stockage va ensuite acheter au moins un billet de loterie en fonction de la valeur monétaire et de l'ensemble de numéros de billets. Cette même unité de commande et de stockage envoie ensuite des informations à un terminal de point de vente, lequel va imprimer un billet de loterie fractionnel qui peut être converti en espèces pour une partie du prix gagné avec ce billet de loterie. Le billet de loterie fractionnel comporte les numéros du billet ainsi qu'une valeur du billet de loterie fractionnel qui est fonction de la valeur monétaire. La valeur du billet de loterie fractionnel peut par exemple être égale à la valeur monétaire, ou peut encore être ladite valeur monétaire arrondie à la valeur de la pièce de monnaie la plus proche. Après la date de tirage du billet de loterie, le client se rend à un terminal de point de vente afin d'y convertir en espèces son billet de loterie fractionnel dans le cas où il a gagné un prix. Le terminal de point de vente va communiquer à l'unité de commande et de stockage les numéros du billet ainsi que la valeur du billet de loterie fractionnel. En fonction des informations reçues, l'unité de commande et de stockage va déterminer la valeur du prix du billet de loterie correspondant. Le client va à son tour recevoir une partie de la valeur du prix en fonction de la valeur du billet de loterie fractionnel.
Patent CA-2300168-A1 (CA)
Title: Game apparatus
Inventor: REYNOLDS DUDLEY JOHN
IPC: A63F3/02
Filed: 1998-08-11
Abstract: Game apparatus (1) has a plurality of playing locations (11) at each of which is rotatably mounted a playing piece (60). Each playing piece (60) has at lease one indicium (65, 66) thereon so that rotation of a playing piece (60) to a selected orientation presents said indicium (65, 66) to a player. The apparatus (1) has retaining means (36) for retaining each playing piece (60) in a selected orientation. The apparatus (1) further has reset means (30) operable to reset the playing pieces (60) for a new game.
Patent CA-2301494-A1 (CA)
Inventor: CHENG ALAN TAT YAN
IPC: C12N1/00
Filed: 2000-03-21
Abstract: A method for carrying out fermentation comprising the steps of providing a vessel which contains a broth comprising a constituent capable of undergoing fermentation, lowering the vessel pressure within the vessel to lower the equilibrium oxygen partial pressure, adding pure oxygen into the vessel to raise the equilibrium oxygen partial pressure therein, and utilizing the pure oxygen to carry out the fermentation of the constituent.
Patent CA-2303021-A1 (CA)
Inventor: JONES CHRISTOPHER S
IPC: A61B17/12
Filed: 1998-09-11
Abstract: A catheter (10) includes a plurality of primary leads (30) to deliver energy for ligating a hollow anatomical structure (52). Each of the primary leads (30) includes an electrode (34) located at the working end (15) of the catheter (10). Separation is maintained between the primary leads (30) such that each primary lead (30) can individually receive power of selected polarity. The primary leads (30) are constructed to expand outwardly to place the electrodes (34) into apposition with a hollow anatomical structure (52). High frequency energy can be applied from the leads (30) to create a heating effect in the surrounding tissue of the anatomical structure (52). The diameter of the hollow anatomical structure (52) is reduced by the heating effect, and the electrodes (34) of the primary leads (30) are moved closer to one another. Where the hollow anatomical structure is a vein (52), energy is applied until the diameter of the vein (52) is reduced to the point where the vein (52) is occluded. In one embodiment, a balloon (64) is inflated to occlude the structure (52) before the application of energy. Where the structure is a vein (52), the inflated balloon (64) obstructs blood flow and facilitates the infusion of saline, medication, or a high-impedance fluid to the vein (52) in order to reduce the occurrence of coagulation and to improve the heating of the vein by the catheter (10). The catheter (10) can include a lumen (48) to accommodate a guide wire (53) or to allow fluid delivery.
Patent CA-2304965-A1 (CA)
Title: ((cyclo)alkyl substituted)-gamma-aminobutyric acid derivatives (=gaba analogues), their preparation and their use in the treatment of neurological disorders
Inventor: CAPIRIS THOMAS
IPC: A61P9/10
Filed: 1998-11-10
Abstract: Novel amines of formulas (1A) and (1B) are disclosed and are useful as agents in the treatment of epilepsy, faintness attacks, hypokinesia, cranial disorders, neurodegenerative disorders, depression, anxiety, panic, pain, neuropathological disorders, inflammatory diseases, and gastrointestinal disorders, especially IBS. Processes for the preparation and intermediates useful in the preparation are also disclosed.