Richard, CA
Alain Richard, Lachine CA
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20090247863 | TRACKING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A tracking system is provided for tracking an objects. A first and a second trackable member each have an inertial sensor unit producing at least orientation-based data. A processing unit receives the orientation-based data from the trackable members. The processing unit has an orientation calculator calculating an orientation of the second trackable member with respect to the first trackable member from the orientation-based data of both said trackable members, whereby the processing unit calculates an orientation of the objects. A method is also provided. | 10-01-2009 |
20090248044 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PLANNING/GUIDING ALTERATIONS TO A BONE - A computer-assisted surgery system for planning/guiding alterations to a bone in surgery, comprises a trackable member adapted to be secured to the bone. The trackable member has a first inertial sensor unit producing orientation-based data for at least two degrees of freedom in orientation of the trackable member A positioning block is adapted to be secured to the bone, with at least an orientation of the positioning block being adjustable once the positioning block is secured to the bone to reach a selected orientation at which the positioning block is used to guide tools in altering the bone. The positioning block has a second inertial sensor unit producing orientation-based data for at least two degrees of freedom in orientation of the positioning block. A processing system providing an orientation reference associating the bone to the trackable member comprises a signal interpreter for determining an orientation of the trackable member and of the positioning block from the orientation-based data. A parameter calculator calculates alteration parameters related to an actual orientation of the positioning block with respect to the bone as a function of the orientation reference and of the orientation of the positioning block. | 10-01-2009 |
20120010500 | CAS SYSTEM FOR CONDYLE MEASUREMENT - A computer assisted surgery system for conducting orthopedic surgery on a knee joint includes a condyle digitizer having a posterior condyle abutment surface defining a first plane and a distal condyle abutment surface defining a second plane perpendicular to the first plane, and a trackable member which is locatable and trackable in three dimensional space by the computer assisted surgery system to define at least orientation of the condyle digitizer in real time. A computer determines a most remote reference point of the femur of the knee joint lying within at least one of the first and second planes when the condyle digitizer is abutted against condyles of the femur such that the posterior condyle abutment surface abuts a posterior side of the condyles and the distal condyle abutment surface abuts a distal side of the condyles. | 01-12-2012 |
20120029389 | BONE TRACKING WITH A GYROSCOPE SENSOR IN COMPUTER-ASSISTED SURGERY - A system tracks an object in computer-assisted surgery. The system comprises a sensor unit secured to the femur. Gyroscopes on the sensor unit produce readings related to orientation data about three axes of rotation. A tracking unit receives the gyroscope readings. An axis calibrator on the tracking unit comprises a calculator for adding at least part of the gyroscope readings for specific movements of the object about a desired axis. An axis normalizer on the tracking unit determines an orientation of the desired axis with respect to the sensor unit from the added gyroscope readings. A tracking processor tracks the desired axis from the gyroscope readings. An interface displays orientation data for the object from a tracking of the desired axis. A method for tracking an object with a gyroscope sensor unit is also provided. | 02-02-2012 |
20130073067 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PLANNING/GUIDING ALTERATIONS TO A BONE - A computer-assisted surgery system for guiding alterations to a bone, comprises a trackable member secured to the bone. The trackable member has a first inertial sensor unit producing orientation-based data. A positioning block is secured to the bone, and is adjustable once the positioning block is secured to the bone to be used to guide tools in altering the bone. The positioning block has a second inertial sensor unit producing orientation-based data. A processing system providing an orientation reference associating the bone to the trackable member comprises a signal interpreter for determining an orientation of the trackable member and of the positioning block. A parameter calculator calculates alteration parameters related to an actual orientation of the positioning block with respect to the bone. | 03-21-2013 |
20130317510 | PATIENT-SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION AND METHOD FOR ARTICULAR JOINT REPAIR - Patient-specific instrumentation for use when performing articular joint repair is provided. A patient-specific jig is adapted to be positioned over a bone at an articular surface thereof for assisting in preparing the bone surface for reception of a prosthesis. The jig comprises a bone contacting portion adapted to matingly contact a portion of the articular surface of the bone and a cutting slot adapted to receive therein a saw blade for resecting the articular surface of the bone. The cutting slot may be press-fitted into the opening of a cut guide. A patient-specific plate and a patient-specific rotational guide are also provided for guiding a positioning of the prosthesis over the resected surface of the bone. A method for manufacturing the patient-specific jig is further provided. | 11-28-2013 |
20140005673 | TOOL AND METHOD FOR DIGITAL ACQUISITION OF A TIBIAL MECHANICAL AXIS | 01-02-2014 |
20140316545 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PLANNING/GUIDING ALTERATIONS TO A BONE - A computer-assisted surgery system for guiding alterations to a bone, comprises a trackable member secured to the bone. The trackable member has a first inertial sensor unit producing orientation-based data. A positioning block is secured to the bone, and is adjustable once the positioning block is secured to the bone to be used to guide tools in altering the bone. The positioning block has a second inertial sensor unit producing orientation-based data. A processing system providing an orientation reference associating the bone to the trackable member comprises a signal interpreter for determining an orientation of the trackable member and of the positioning block. A parameter calculator calculates alteration parameters related to an actual orientation of the positioning block with respect to the bone. | 10-23-2014 |
20150073424 | GLENOID IMPLANT SURGERY USING PATIENT SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION - A pin placement instrument for placing a pin in a bone comprises an anatomical interface with a hook-like portion being opened in a lateral direction of the instrument to receive a bone therein in a planned position. A drill guide is connected to the anatomical interface and defining at least one guide slot in a longitudinal direction of the instrument. The guide slot has a lateral opening over its full length in the drill guide to allow lateral withdrawal of the instrument in said lateral direction with the pin placed in the bone passing through the lateral opening. A bushing is removably placed in said guide slot via said longitudinal direction in a planned fit, the bushing defining a throughbore aligned with the guide slot and adapted to receive the pin extending in said longitudinal direction when the bushing is in the guide slot for pin placement. | 03-12-2015 |
Alain Richard, Montreal CA
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20100172557 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR RECONSTRUCTING BONE SURFACES DURING SURGERY - There is provided a method for intraoperatively presenting an approximate model of an anatomical structure by collecting a cloud of small surfaces. The cloud of small surfaces is gathered with a registration pointer having an adapted tip capable of making contact with the surface of an anatomical structure and registering the normal at the point of contact. | 07-08-2010 |
20100211077 | SURGICAL UNIVERSAL POSITIONING BLOCK AND TOOL GUIDE - A positioning block for use in knee surgery includes a rotational mounting removably engageable to the bone element by a multi-axial fastener such that the mounting element is selectively rotatable relative to the bone element about at least two substantially perpendicular axes of rotation. A guide body portion is engaged with the rotational mounting element such that it is translatable relative thereto along while being rotationally fixed relative to the mounting element. The guide body portion is moveable relative to the bone element in at least three degrees of freedom, the three degrees of freedom including at least two rotational degrees of freedom and at least one translational degree of freedom. A trackable member on the guide body portion is identified and tracked by a computer assisted surgery system. | 08-19-2010 |
Benoit Richard, Trois-Rivieres CA
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20130103557 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR OPERATING A VIRTUAL ENERGY NETWORK - The present relates to a method and system for operating a virtual energy network. The method and system receives electricity at a local energy network from an electric grid, stores at an energy storage appliance electricity received from the electric grid at a first period of time, and provides electricity from the energy storage appliance to the local energy network at a second period of time. The cost of the electricity provided by the electric grid is lower at the first period of time than at the second period of time. The energy storage appliance is connected to a management unit via a communication network, from which it receives an energy storage policy. Also, the electric grid, a plurality of energy storage appliances connected to the electric grid and to a corresponding plurality of local energy networks, and the management unit constitute a virtual energy network. | 04-25-2013 |
Bruno Richard, Ste-Julie CA
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20110147551 | RAIL UNIT FOR MOUNTING WALL FURNITURE - The present document describes a rail unit, used in forming a rail assembly, for installing horizontally on a wall and for hanging pieces of furniture thereon. The rail unit comprises: an elongated body having a mating surface for making contact to the wall and a supporting lip for hanging pieces of furniture thereon. The elongated body further has a first end and a second end. The rail unit further comprises a first connector located at the first end; and a second connector located at the second end. In use, the first connector of the rail unit mates with the second connector of another rail unit for engaging the rail unit and the other rail unit together to thereby form the rail assembly for installing horizontally on the wall. | 06-23-2011 |
Christian Richard, Dorval CA
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20080214312 | Security System For Authenticating Gaming Chips - A system for authenticating RFID-capable gaming chips in a casino. The system includes at least one security server, at least one secure network, a casino management system and a plurality of magnetic couplers distributed within the casino. The gaming chips are adapted to provide a response to a challenge issued by the magnetic couplers when the chips are located in the vicinity of the magnetic couplers. The chip is authenticated when the response matches a computed response by the server. Preferably, the authentication information is loaded into the chip prior to the chip being used in the casino. The response preferably takes the form of a one time password, so that when the password list is depleted within the chip, the chip must be re-commissioned. | 09-04-2008 |
20090075723 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PERMITTING IDENTIFICATION AND COUNTING OF GAMING CHIPS - A system that allows precise identification and counting of appropriately equipped gaming chips inside specified zones on a gambling table is disclosed. The system relies on near field magnetic coupling technology whereby a primary looped conductor placed in a gaming zone couples a sufficient amount of energy into one or a plurality of looped conductors located inside gaming chips through a magnetic field of known characteristic. | 03-19-2009 |
20090221364 | Method and Apparatus for the Identification and Position Measurement of Chips on a Gaming Surface - The present invention is directed to a method for determining a position of each of a plurality of gaming chips on a gaming surface. Each of the plurality of gaming chips includes an inductively coupled RFID tag disposed therein. The gaming surface includes a first area and at least one second area disposed adjacent to the first area. The method includes transmitting a near-field inductively coupled interrogation signal to the plurality of gaming chips. A near-field inductively coupled response signal is received from at least a portion of the plurality of gaming chips. A position resolution action is performed in conjunction with either the step of transmitting or the step of receiving. Each of the plurality of gaming chips are associated with either the first area or the at least one second area in accordance with the step of performing a position resolution action. | 09-03-2009 |
Daniel Richard, Quebec City CA
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20100094606 | System and method for ultrasonic testing - A method of establishing position dependent focal laws and dynamically accessing these focal laws during inspection is disclosed comprising the steps of partitioning a CAD model into distinct geometric regions prior to inspection, generating a dedicated set of focal laws for each of the geometric regions, and associating each position of the scanner with one of the geometric regions. A method of compressing an A-Scan using a windowing technique is also disclosed. Additionally, methods for computing and displaying volumetric slices in real-time are disclosed. Finally, a method of firing multiple probes at different firing frequencies is disclosed, as well as a multi-probe inspection system that enables parallel firing. | 04-15-2010 |
Dave Richard, Calgary CA
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20140138080 | TONG SYSTEM FOR TRIPPING RODS AND TUBULARS - The present disclosure provides a tong system which includes a tong assembly and at least one string gripping device. The tong assembly is configured to engage a rod or tubular string at the junction between a first rod or tubular and a second rod or tubular of a rod or tubular string and unthread the first rod or tubular from the second rod or tubular. The tong assembly can also thread the first rod or tubular onto the rod or tubular string. The string gripping device is configured to hold a tubular string for at least a portion of the time. The tong system further holds the rod or tubular string against torque applied onto the first rod or tubular by the tong assembly | 05-22-2014 |
20140138081 | MECHANIZED AND AUTOMATED WELL SERVICE RIG - The present disclosure provides a well service rig for tripping rods and tubulars. The well service rig includes a service rig base unit, a mast coupled to the well service rig base unit movable between a folded position and an upright position, a vertical guide mounted to the mast, and a traveling block system coupled to the vertical guide at a first end and configured to travel up and down at least a portion of a length of the vertical guide. The traveling block system is couplable to a rod, a tubular, or both at a second end. | 05-22-2014 |
20140138100 | METHODS OF MECHANIZED AND AUTOMATED TRIPPING OF RODS AND TUBULARS - The present disclosure provides techniques and methods of tripping rods and tubulars. Specifically, the disclosure provides techniques for pulling a rod string out of hole and delivering the pulled out rod segments into a rod storage and racking system. The disclosure also provides techniques for pulling a tubular string out of hole and delivering the pulled out tubular segments into a tubular storage and racking system. The disclosure further provides techniques for delivering rods from the rod storage and racking system and running the rods down-hole. The disclosure also provides techniques for delivering tubulars from the tubular storage and racking system and running the tubulars down-hole. | 05-22-2014 |
20140140790 | ROD AND TUBULAR RACKING SYSTEM - The present disclosure includes a racking system for receiving, storing, and/or delivering rods and tubulars. The racking system includes a rack having a plurality of beams configured to support a plurality of rods, a plurality of tubulars, or both. each of the plurality of beams includes a proximal end and a distal end. The racking system further includes a plurality of indexers aligned with or proximal to the proximal ends of the plurality of base beams, wherein each of the plurality of indexers includes a series of rotating holders configured to transport the plurality of rods, tubulars, or both to and from the rack. Additionally, the racking system further includes a jack coupled to the distal end each of the plurality of base beams, wherein the jack raises and lowers the distal end of the base beam in relation to the proximal end. | 05-22-2014 |
20140140791 | MECHANIZED AND AUTOMATED CATWALK SYSTEM - The present disclosure provides a catwalk system. The catwalk system includes a base unit and a carriage disposed on the base unit and coupled to the base unit at one end and extends towards an opposite end of the base unit. The carriage is movable between a horizontal position and a sloped position, and between an extended position and a retracted position. The catwalk system further includes a racking system coupled to one or both sides of the base unit. The racking system includes a plurality of racking layers configured to store and support a plurality of rods and/or tubulars. | 05-22-2014 |
20140151021 | MECHANIZED AND AUTOMATED WELL SERVICE RIG SYSTEM - A well service rig system includes a well service rig, a catwalk, a racking system, and a tong system. The well service rig system provides techniques for tripping rods and/or tubulars with improved efficiency, such as reducing the need for operator intervention by providing process automation. The well service rig system is further adaptable for use with rods, tubulars, or both. The well servicing rig system also provides rod and/or tubular storage and delivery solutions via the integrated racking system. Furthermore, the present disclosure provides improved methods for tripping rods and/or tubulars. | 06-05-2014 |
David Louis Richard, Calgary CA
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20090257848 | Apparatus for handling and racking pipes - An apparatus for handling pipes in a derrick and racking the pipes on a pipe racking assembly mounted on the derrick is provided to improve the stability of transferring pipes during a round trip operation. | 10-15-2009 |
Denis Richard, Quebec CA
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20090099074 | MODULATING FOOD INTAKE - The present disclosure relates to a conjugate comprising a PYY peptide or a functional derivative thereof which is coupled to a reactive group. Such a reactive group reacts with albumin so as to form a stable covalent bond therewith. The disclosure further provides methods of reducing water or food intake and reducing food intake between meals by administering such conjugates. | 04-16-2009 |
20090203755 | USE OF CRF1 RECEPTOR ANTAGONISTS FOR PREPARING A DRUG FOR TREATING METABOLIC SYNDROME AND/OR OBESITY AND/OR DYSLIPOPROTEINEMIA - An object of the present invention is the use of a compound of formula (I): | 08-13-2009 |
Francois Richard, St-Denis-Sur-Richelieu CA
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20160109130 | PRODUCTION OF TURBINE COMPONENTS WITH HEAT-EXTRACTING FEATURES USING ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING - Turbine engine components having heat-extracting features and methods for manufacturing such components using additive manufacturing are disclosed. An exemplary method comprises providing a base portion of the engine component manufactured by a first manufacturing process and adding one or more heat-extracting features to the engine component using a second manufacturing process different from the first manufacturing process where the second manufacturing process comprises an additive manufacturing process. | 04-21-2016 |
François Richard, Quebec CA
Gabrielle Richard, Guleph CA
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20120003245 | ANTI-COBRA TOXIN ANTIBODY FRAGMENTS AND METHOD OF PRODUCING A VHH LIBRARY - A method of constructing a V | 01-05-2012 |
Gabrielle Richard, Guelph CA
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20130259864 | Anti-Cobra Toxin Antibody Fragments and Method of Producing a VHH Library - A method of constructing a V | 10-03-2013 |
Genevieve Louise Richard, Ottawa CA
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20110215094 | Collapsible laundry basket - This invention relates to a collapsible laundry basket, more particularly, a silicone (or other like substances) sided laundry basket, which can be collapsed and stored flat, in turn requiring minimal space and achieving greater functionality. | 09-08-2011 |
Gerald J. Richard, Spirit River CA
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20080238039 | ARTICULATED HITCH MECHANISM - An articulated, modular, track-mounted, self-propelled, remote-controlled drilling apparatus is demountable into several heli-transportable components, including a drilling module and a drill support module, plus separate hydraulically-driven track carriages on which they are removably mountable. The track carriages are demountably coupled in tandem by a tri-axially articulated hitch mechanism incorporating a track steering mechanism. The drilling module carries a rotary drill, a hydraulic pump operatively connected to the track drive mechanisms, and a primary motor, which selectively drives either the drill or the pump. The use of multiple demountable modules reduces the weight of the components to be heli-transported, thus allowing the use of smaller and more economical helicopters. The combination of self-propelled, track-mounted modules with tri-axial articulation and remote controllability enables the assembled apparatus to operate more easily over rough terrain than known seismic drills, reducing or eliminating the need for separate means for transporting the apparatus between borehole locations. | 10-02-2008 |
Jean-Francois Richard, St-Hubert Qc CA
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20150276205 | LIGHTING FIXTURE WITH ANTIMICROBIAL/ANTIFUNGAL SHEET AND CLEAN ROOM CAPABILITY - A system and method according to various embodiments can include a lighting fixture comprising a light source. An antimicrobial additive is added to an outer light emitting surface of the lighting fixture exposed to air. A sealing substrate is positioned between the antimicrobial additive and the light source to provide clean room capabilities when the lighting fixture is installed to seal a plenum. | 10-01-2015 |
Jean-Francois Richard, St. Hubert CA
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20150151015 | ENVIRONMENTAL CLEANING AND ANTIMICROBIAL LIGHTING COMPONENT AND FIXTURE - A system and method according to various embodiments combines three separate technologies to form a unique lighting system with enhanced antimicrobial properties and air cleaning capabilities. The combination of the three technologies also produces a lighting system that extends the required maintenance period for lighting fixtures. The first technology is based on anatase type TiO | 06-04-2015 |
Jean-Marc Richard, Blainville CA
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20140174005 | Modular Stair Tread Overlay - A modular stair tread overlay including a tread and a front nosing attached to a front edge of the tread cover is disclosed. The front nosing is attached to a front edge by a securing means such as a tongue and groove joint to providing a strong mechanical joint between the nosing portions and the tread cover. Adhesive may be applied at the tongue and groove joint to enhance the strength of the joint. The front nosing of the modular stair tread is hollow thereby allowing the installation of the stair tread overlay over the original stairs without the requirement of removing or trimming the nose of the original stair treads. The stair tread and the nosing can also be unitary and be made of material such as metal, plastic or composite. A method for remodeling stair sets is also disclosed. | 06-26-2014 |
Luc Richard, Laval CA
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20090156826 | METHODS FOR THE PREPARATION OF HYDROXY-SUBSTITUTED ARYL SULFAMIDE COMPOUNDS - The present invention is directed to processes for the preparation of hydroxy-substituted aryl sulfamide derivatives of the formula I or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, stereoisomers or tautomers thereof, which are monoamine reuptake inhibitors wherein the constituent variables are as defined herein. | 06-18-2009 |
Marc J. P. Richard, Charlottetown CA
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20110212484 | In Vitro Model of Focal Ischemia - A method of modeling in vitro focal ischemia comprising: perfusing a tissue slice in vitro with an oxygenated medium; and, applying a focal insult to a targeted portion of the tissue slice. The method is particularly useful for brain tissue. | 09-01-2011 |
Martin Richard, Boucherville CA
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20090010521 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING WHETHER THERE IS AN ANOMALY IN DATA - A system and method for identifying objects of interest in image data is provided. The present invention utilizes principles of Iterative Transformational Divergence in which objects in images, when subjected to special transformations, will exhibit radically different responses based on the physical, chemical, or numerical properties of the object or its representation (such as images), combined with machine learning capabilities. Using the system and methods of the present invention, certain objects that appear indistinguishable from other objects to the eye or computer recognition systems, or are otherwise almost identical, generate radically different and statistically significant differences in the image describers (metrics) that can be easily measured. | 01-08-2009 |
20090010545 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING FEATURE OF INTEREST IN HYPERSPECTRAL DATA - A system and method for identifying objects of interest in image data is provided. The present invention utilizes principles of Iterative Transformational Divergence in which objects in images, when subjected to special transformations, will exhibit radically different responses based on the physical chemical, or numerical properties of the object or its representation (such as images), combined with machine learning capabilities. Using the system and methods of the present invention, certain objects that appear indistinguishable from other objects to the eye or computer recognition systems, or are otherwise almost identical, generate radically different and statistically significant differences in the image describers (metrics) that can be easily measured. | 01-08-2009 |
20090175526 | METHOD OF CREATING A DIVERGENCE TRANSFORM FOR IDENTIFYING A FEATURE OF INTEREST IN HYPERSPECTRAL DATA - A system and method for identifying objects of interest in image data is provided. The present invention utilizes principles of Iterative Transformational Divergence in which objects in images, when subjected to special transformations, will exhibit radically different responses based on the physical, chemical, or numerical properties of the object or its representation (such as images), combined with machine learning capabilities. Using the system and methods of the present invention, certain objects that appear indistinguishable from other objects to the eye or computer recognition systems, or are otherwise almost identical, generate radically different and statistically significant differences in the image describers (metrics) that can be easily measured. | 07-09-2009 |
20090324067 | System and method for identifying signatures for features of interest using predetermined color spaces - A system and method for identifying objects of interest in image data is provided. The present invention utilizes principles of Iterative Transformational Divergence in which objects in images, when subjected to special transformations, will exhibit radically different responses based on the physical, chemical, or numerical properties of the object or its representation (such as images), combined with machine learning capabilities. Using the system and methods of the present invention, certain objects that appear indistinguishable from other objects to the eye or computer recognition systems, or are otherwise almost identical, generate radically different and statistically significant differences in the image describers (metrics) that can be easily measured. | 12-31-2009 |
20090324097 | System and method for using a template in a predetermined color space that characterizes an image source - A system and method for identifying objects of interest in image data is provided. The present invention utilizes principles of Iterative Transformational Divergence in which objects in images, when subjected to special transformations, will exhibit radically different responses based on the physical, chemical, or numerical properties of the object or its representation (such as images), combined with machine learning capabilities. Using the system and methods of the present invention, certain objects that appear indistinguishable from other objects to the eye or computer recognition systems, or are otherwise almost identical, generate radically different and statistically significant differences in the image describers (metrics) that can be easily measured. | 12-31-2009 |
20110052032 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING SIGNATURES FOR FEATURES OF INTEREST USING PREDETERMINED COLOR SPACES - A system and method for identifying objects of interest in image data is provided. The present invention utilizes principles of Iterative Transformational Divergence in which objects in images, when subjected to special transformations, will exhibit radically different responses based on the physical, chemical, or numerical properties of the object or its representation (such as images), combined with machine learning capabilities. Using the system and methods of the present invention, certain objects that appear indistinguishable from other objects to the eye or computer recognition systems, or are otherwise almost identical, generate radically different and statistically significant differences in the image describers (metrics) that can be easily measured. | 03-03-2011 |
Martin Richard, Thetford Mines CA
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20100047376 | NERVE CUFF INJECTION MOLD AND METHOD OF MAKING A NERVE CUFF - A mold for a nerve cuff having a first molding body defining a first molding cavity and a second molding body defining second molding cavity. The first and second molding bodies being mountable to one another thereby providing for the first and second molding cavities to interface. When interfacing the first and second molding cavities and injecting moldable material therebetween provides the nerve cuff following curing of the moldable material. An industrial mold including interfacing first and second cavities is also disclosed. A removable cassette for interposing between a first and a second molding cavity is also disclosed. Methods of making a nerve cuff are disclosed herein. Nerve cuffs produced by the foregoing molds, cassettes, industrial molds and methods are also disclosed. | 02-25-2010 |
Martin Richard, City Of Boucherville CA
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20110206251 | METHOD OF CHARACTERIZING AN IMAGE SOURCE UTILIZING PREDETERMINED COLOR SPACES - A system and method for identifying objects of interest in image data is provided. The present invention utilizes principles of Iterative Transformational Divergence in which objects in images, when subjected to special transformations, will exhibit radically different responses based on the physical, chemical, or numerical properties of the object or its representation (such as images), combined with machine learning capabilities. Using the system and methods of the present invention, certain objects that appear indistinguishable from other objects to the eye or computer recognition systems, or are otherwise almost identical, generate radically different and statistically significant differences in the image describers (metrics) that can be easily measured. | 08-25-2011 |
Martin Richard, Montreal CA
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20130023973 | HIGH DENSITY IMPLANTABLE CONNECTOR - An implantable connector assembly comprising a first portion having a longitudinal body which includes a transversal protrusion having therein at least one conductive socket, a generally longitudinal wire entry, at least one wire connected to the at least one conductive socket, the at least one wire entering the longitudinal body through the generally longitudinal wire entry, a second portion having a longitudinal body which includes a recess complementary to the transversal protrusion of the first portion, generally longitudinal wire entry, at least one conductive pin positioned within the recess, at least one wire connected to the at least one conductive pin, the at least one wire connected to the conducting pin entering the longitudinal body through the longitudinal wire entry and a sealing assembly. Wherein, in a connected configuration, the transversal protrusion engages the recess causing the at least one conductive pin to enter in contact with the at least one conductive socket, the sealing assembly being positioned between the transversal protrusion and the complementary recess to protect the at least one conductive pin and the at least one conductive socket from liquid infiltration. | 01-24-2013 |
Michel Richard, Kirkland CA
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20110005806 | HIGH PERFORMANCE TELECOMMUNICATIONS CABLE - A telecommunications cable comprising four twisted pairs of conductors and a separator spline comprised of a principal dividing strip and a first subsidiary dividing strip attached longitudinally along a first side of the principal dividing strip and a second dividing strip attached longitudinally along a second side of the principal dividing strip, the spline separating the four twisted pairs such that they are arranged in a staggered configuration. A method for reducing cross talk between adjacent cables in a telecommunications system, the method comprising the steps of, for each of the cables, providing a plurality of twisted pairs of conductors, winding an elongate filler element around the twisted pairs and covering the twisted pairs and the element with a cable jacket, the element introducing a visible distortion into an outer surface of the jacket. | 01-13-2011 |
Nathalie Richard, Montreal CA
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20130077929 | FIBER OPTIC HINGE - The fiber optic hinge can mechanically connect a first fiber optic tray and a second fiber optic tray of a fiber optic device, while providing an optical fiber path extending continuously through the first and second hinge members. | 03-28-2013 |
Philippe Richard, Calgary CA
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20080306973 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING AND UPDATING DATA FROM A NUMBER OF SOURCES FOR A PROJECT - The disclosure relates to a system and method for managing data from a number of systems. The method comprises: defining a set of objects for the data; defining a set of classes for the data; maintaining a catalog for each instance of the data; in the catalog identifying each instance's source system and its level of harmonization with other data; applying a set of harmonization rules to identify from the data a group of related data and an owner of the group; identifying differences in instantiations within the group; and initiating update requests to affected systems having the identified differences. | 12-11-2008 |
20090150297 | System and Method for Managing Digital Interactions - A system for managing digital interactions comprising an identity module for creating an identity, wherein the identity includes a unique identifier associated with a first party and a plurality of proposed terms for a relationship with a second party; and a relationship module, in communication with the identity module, for receiving and evaluating the plurality of proposed terms, including accepting or rejecting the plurality of proposed terms and, if accepted, for allowing the first party to communicate with the second party in accordance with the plurality of proposed terms. | 06-11-2009 |
20120204223 | SYSTEM FOR MANAGING DIGITAL INTERACTIONS - A system for managing digital interactions comprising an identity module for creating an identity, wherein the identity includes a unique identifier associated with a first party and a plurality of proposed terms for a relationship with a second party; and a relationship module, in communication with the identity module, for receiving and evaluating the plurality of proposed terms, including accepting or rejecting the plurality of proposed terms and, if accepted, for allowing the first party to communicate with the second party in accordance with the plurality of proposed terms. | 08-09-2012 |
20120221641 | SYSTEM FOR MANAGING DIGITAL INTERACTIONS - A system for managing digital interactions comprising an identity module for creating an identity, wherein the identity includes a unique identifier associated with a first party and a plurality of proposed terms for a relationship with a second party; and a relationship module, in communication with the identity module, for receiving and evaluating the plurality of proposed terms, including accepting or rejecting the plurality of proposed terms and, if accepted, for allowing the first party to communicate with the second party in accordance with the plurality of proposed terms. | 08-30-2012 |
20120233171 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING AND UPDATING DATA FROM A NUMBER OF SOURCES FOR A PROJECT - The disclosure relates to a system and method for managing data from a number of systems. The method comprises: defining a set of objects for the data; defining a set of classes for the data; maintaining a catalog for each instance of the data; in the catalog identifying each instance's source system and its level of harmonization with other data; applying a set of harmonization rules to identify from the data a group of related data and an owner of the group; identifying differences in instantiations within the group; and initiating update requests to affected systems having the identified differences. | 09-13-2012 |
Pierre-Luc Richard, Boucherville CA
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20110203823 | Robot for machining a part of structure under water - A robot for machining a part of structure under water, comprising a machine tool having a chamber receiving a machining element, a support and guiding structure of the machine tool fixable with respect to the part to be machined and having submersible mobile elements and corresponding submersible guiding elements defining axes along which the mobile elements are movable to position the machine tool with respect to the part to be machined, displacement units for displacement of the mobile elements along the axes, a gas supply connecting to the machine tool to inject gas in the chamber, and a programmable control unit for operating the displacement units and the machine tool based on a closed-loop control mode in order to achieve the machining of the part. | 08-25-2011 |
Rene Richard, Fredericton CA
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20110021318 | Audio feedback for motor control training - An audio feedback signal for a subject engaged in an exercise includes a reference note (of a musical scale) that provides a marker of the goal or target position of the exercise for the subject, and a sequence of real-time feedback notes that define progress towards the goal while the exercise is underway. By providing the reference note with the feedback note, the listener can instantly understand whether they have presently reached the goal. The progress is defined by having at least 3 distinct feedback notes mapped to respective sensed ranges of positions within the exercise, and this provides multiple opportunities for the exerciser to compare the feedback and reference notes, and provides cognitive feedback to the exerciser. | 01-27-2011 |
Riva Richard, Winnipeg CA
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20120122538 | Lottery Game Ticket Apparatus Including Network Communication of Information on the Game to Other Players - Apparatus for playing game by a plurality of players includes a set of instant win tickets and a programmed computer system creating a web site associated with the tickets to be accessed by the players. The system provides an app to be downloaded providing access to the site by the remote terminal of those players having the app. A computer controlled validation data base contains the status of each of the set of tickets and the system provides communication with the validation data base. The players can use their terminals to enter information relating to the playing of the game which is communicated to the remote terminals of one or more of others of the players. | 05-17-2012 |
Robert Richard, St-Hippolyte CA
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20090020147 | SUPPORT FRAME FOR TARPAULIN USED FOR SHELTERING BOATS AND OTHER OBJECTS - A Support frame for tarpaulin for use over boats in storage uses easy to assemble tube elements that are easily attached together without the use of tools in order to create a structure that allows for the laying of a tarpaulin. | 01-22-2009 |
Ronald W. Richard, Cochrane CA
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20110203965 | Food storage container - Disclosed is an apparatus for storing food articles. The apparatus comprises a body having a plurality of cavities each being formed to have a size and shape corresponding to a food article to be stored therein and a cover engageable on the body so as to sealably enclose the plurality of cavities so as to form a plurality of compartments therewith. | 08-25-2011 |
Sandra L. Richard, Cochrane CA
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20110203965 | Food storage container - Disclosed is an apparatus for storing food articles. The apparatus comprises a body having a plurality of cavities each being formed to have a size and shape corresponding to a food article to be stored therein and a cover engageable on the body so as to sealably enclose the plurality of cavities so as to form a plurality of compartments therewith. | 08-25-2011 |
Simon Richard, Sherbrooke CA
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20120272885 | WATERCRAFT STEERING AND THRUST CONTROL SYSTEM - A watercraft has first and second jet propulsion units. The first jet propulsion unit includes a first inlet, a first outlet, a second outlet, and a first valve. The second jet propulsion unit includes a second inlet, a third outlet, a fourth outlet, and a second valve. The watercraft also includes first and second discharge ports disposed on opposite sides of a longitudinal centerline, a first pipe fluidly communicating the first discharge port with the second outlet, a second pipe fluidly communicating the second discharge port with the second outlet, third and a fourth discharge ports disposed on opposite sides of the longitudinal centerline, a third pipe fluidly communicating the third discharge port with the fourth outlet, and a fourth pipe fluidly communicating the fourth discharge port with the fourth outlet. | 11-01-2012 |
20120275906 | JET PROPULSION UNIT FOR A WATERCRAFT - A jet propulsion unit has a water inlet, a pump body, an impeller, and a valve assembly fluidly. The valve assembly has a valve housing having an inlet fluidly connected to the pump body, a first outlet and a second outlet. A valve body is disposed in the valve housing and is movable between first and second positions. In the first position, water from a body of water flows consecutively through the water inlet, the pump body, the inlet of the valve housing, the valve housing and the first outlet of the valve housing. In the second position, water from the body of water flows consecutively through the water inlet, the pump body, the inlet of the valve housing, the valve housing, and the second outlet of the valve housing. A watercraft having the jet propulsion unit is also disclosed. | 11-01-2012 |
William Arthur Richard, Aurora CA
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20130111740 | APPARATUS FOR ALIGNING WORKPIECES AND ALIGNMENT ASSEMBLY - An apparatus for aligning a ferromagnetic workpiece is provided. The apparatus includes a rotatable element having a surface, a holding unit and rare-earth magnet. The holding unit holds ferromagnetic workpieces, which are for engaging with the rare earth magnet. An alignment assembly for aligning a ferromagnetic workpiece is also provided. The alignment assembly includes a support member, a first bar and a second bar. The second bar urges the cap closer to the axis relative to the first bar to cause the ferromagnetic workpiece to tilt such that the extension tube is closer to the surface. | 05-09-2013 |