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Francois Béland, L'Ancienne-Lorette CA
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| 20110190115 | METAL-CONTAINING ORGANOSILICA CATALYST; PROCESS OF PREPARATION AND USE THEREOF - The invention relates to a metal-containing organosilica catalyst, and use thereof in metal-catalyzed reactions. The invention relates to a process of preparation of the metal-containing organosilica catalyst comprising i) mixing a silicon source with an hydrolytic solvent; ii) adding one or more metal catalyst or a precursor thereof; iii) treating the mixture of step ii) with a condensation catalyst and iv) optionally treating the mixture resulting from step iii) with one or more reducing or oxydating agent such as to provide the required oxidation level to the metal catalyst. | 08-04-2011 |
Geneviève Béland, Saint-Hyacinthe CA
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| 20120027735 | SYMBIOTIC MAPLE PRODUCT COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS - The present invention relates to novel maple product compositions. In particular, the present invention relates to new compositions comprising maple sap, maple concentrate, maple syrup or diluted maple syrup, and probiotics, prebiotics or combinations thereof. The present invention also discloses methods for the production of maple based products, including functional drinks, comprising a composition comprising maple sap, maple concentrate, maple syrup or dilutated maple syrup, and probiotics, prebiotics or combinations thereof, as a vehicle for the delivery of probiotics and prebiotics to the gastrointestinal tract. | 02-02-2012 |
James Albert Bland, Cambridgeshire GB
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| 20090212768 | Magnetic Tagging Techniques - This invention relates to microfluidic apparatus for reading, writing and sorting magnetic tags attached to chemical and biological molecules and other entities. We describe apparatus for separating chemical or biological molecules or moieties each individually attached to a MBM tag miniature multi-bit magnetic tag capable of adopting a plurality of remanent magnetic configurations corresponding to binary information, the apparatus comprising: at least one input for said tagged molecules or moieties; at least two outputs for said tagged molecules or moieties; a microfluidic flow channel incorporating: magnetic readers to read said binary information; magnetic writers to write said binary information; and a switch to direct said tagged molecules or moieties to a selected said output responsive to said binary information. The invention also relates to planar multibit magnetic tags suitable for use with such apparatus. | 08-27-2009 |
James Anthony Charles Bland, Cambridgeshire GB
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| 20090212768 | Magnetic Tagging Techniques - This invention relates to microfluidic apparatus for reading, writing and sorting magnetic tags attached to chemical and biological molecules and other entities. We describe apparatus for separating chemical or biological molecules or moieties each individually attached to a MBM tag miniature multi-bit magnetic tag capable of adopting a plurality of remanent magnetic configurations corresponding to binary information, the apparatus comprising: at least one input for said tagged molecules or moieties; at least two outputs for said tagged molecules or moieties; a microfluidic flow channel incorporating: magnetic readers to read said binary information; magnetic writers to write said binary information; and a switch to direct said tagged molecules or moieties to a selected said output responsive to said binary information. The invention also relates to planar multibit magnetic tags suitable for use with such apparatus. | 08-27-2009 |
Jonathan Bland, Bristol GB
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| 20110125807 | Method and Apparatus for a Subscriber Database - A method including receiving a request to change first information relating to a first identity of a subscriber in a database; obtaining information from said database relating to said first identity and at least one other identity of said subscriber; determining from the obtained information if said requested change can be made, in dependence on if said first identity is at least partially shared. | 05-26-2011 |
Kathleen Jillian Bland, Cambridgeshire GB
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| 20090212768 | Magnetic Tagging Techniques - This invention relates to microfluidic apparatus for reading, writing and sorting magnetic tags attached to chemical and biological molecules and other entities. We describe apparatus for separating chemical or biological molecules or moieties each individually attached to a MBM tag miniature multi-bit magnetic tag capable of adopting a plurality of remanent magnetic configurations corresponding to binary information, the apparatus comprising: at least one input for said tagged molecules or moieties; at least two outputs for said tagged molecules or moieties; a microfluidic flow channel incorporating: magnetic readers to read said binary information; magnetic writers to write said binary information; and a switch to direct said tagged molecules or moieties to a selected said output responsive to said binary information. The invention also relates to planar multibit magnetic tags suitable for use with such apparatus. | 08-27-2009 |
Luke William Bland, Wellington GB
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| 20110217682 | Apparatus that helps and physically prepares new riders to ride - This invention of mine is perfect for people to prepare their bodies for the transition from a non-horse rider to a successful rider. Actually, it is used for starting to learn control, and develop the strength as well as reflexes, particularly for children needing to reduce weakness to ride. It helps the training for the tough horse riding actions. Often children never achieve to learn to ride because muscle weakness is a barrier. To do this I have created apparatus to finely tune balance and reflexes as well as to strengthen those muscles essential for horse riding. I've designed a small inflatable ball that is elevated up to an adjustable height and retained within supportive framework above a big base with curved steel runners. The inflatable ball is unstable so that the user Scan try and balance, sit or bounce on it as well as train the postures and motions for each of the horses' strides. My invention, I believe, is new. | 09-08-2011 |
Marc Bland, Sainte Menehould FR
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| 20110299910 | CONTAINER AND APPLICATOR ARRANGEMENT FOR A COSMETIC PRODUCT, AND ASSOCIATED METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - According to a first aspect of the invention there is provided a method of manufacturing an applicator and container arrangement comprising moulding an insert from a first material, placing the moulded insert into a mould, moulding an outer structure from a second material over the moulded insert, the second material having limited adhesion to the first material, the outer structure defining a handle portion and a shoulder portion, and having a weakened area between the handle portion and the shoulder portion, providing a body portion in a material compatible with the second material so as to ensure adherence to the shoulder portion of the outer structure, and assembling the outer structure, including the insert, and the body portion. The invention extends to a container and applicator arrangement made in accordance with the method. | 12-08-2011 |
René Maurice Béland, Waterford, WI US
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| 20100294852 | Methods of Dispensing Two or More Volatile Materials - A method of dispensing two or more volatile materials includes the step of providing a volatile material dispenser having at least one diffusion element and adapted to accommodate two or more containers having volatile materials therein, wherein each of the volatile materials is subjected to a diffusion element. The method further includes the steps of emitting a first of the volatile materials at a first intensity level for a first period of time between about 30 minutes and about 2 hours and emitting a second of the volatile materials at a second intensity level for a second period of time following the first period of time. The second period of time is between about 5 minutes and about 30 minutes and the second intensity level is greater than the first intensity level. The method still further includes the step of repeating the step of emitting the first volatile material. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20110049259 | Method and Apparatus for Dispensing a Fragrance - A method of dispensing a volatile active into the surrounding environment includes the steps of providing a fragrance dispenser having a housing, a fan disposed within the housing and having a airflow director, first and second chambers disposed within the housing, and first and second fragrances disposed in the first and second chambers. The first and second chambers include first and second shutters covering first and second outlets, and first and second heaters, respectively. The method further includes the steps of activating the first heater to volatilize the first fragrance for a first time period, simultaneously activating the fan and the opening the first shutter to dispense the volatilized first fragrance from the first chamber into the surrounding atmosphere, activating the second heater to volatilize the second fragrance for a second period of time, and simultaneously activating the fan and opening the second shutter to dispense the volatilized second fragrance from the second chamber into the surrounding atmosphere. | 03-03-2011 |
René Maurice Béland, Waterford, WI US
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| 20080277411 | Actuator cap for a spray device - An overcap for a dispenser includes a housing mountable on a container. The container includes a tilt-activated valve stem with a discharge end. The discharge end of the valve stem is adapted to be in fluid communication with a discharge orifice of the housing. A drive unit is disposed within the housing, wherein the drive unit includes a solenoid, a bi-metallic actuator, a piezo-linear motor, or an electro-responsive wire, which is adapted to impart transverse motion to the valve stem to open a valve of the container. | 11-13-2008 |
| 20090045220 | Apparatus for control of a volatile material dispenser - A volatile material dispenser includes a housing adapted to receive a container, wherein the container includes a tilt-activated valve stem with a discharge end. The discharge end of the valve stem is adapted to be in fluid communication with a discharge orifice of the housing. A drive unit is disposed within the housing, wherein the drive unit includes a bi-metallic actuator, a piezo-linear motor, an electro-responsive wire, or a solenoid, which is adapted to impart transverse motion to a body of the container. | 02-19-2009 |
| 20100294852 | Methods of Dispensing Two or More Volatile Materials - A method of dispensing two or more volatile materials includes the step of providing a volatile material dispenser having at least one diffusion element and adapted to accommodate two or more containers having volatile materials therein, wherein each of the volatile materials is subjected to a diffusion element. The method further includes the steps of emitting a first of the volatile materials at a first intensity level for a first period of time between about 30 minutes and about 2 hours and emitting a second of the volatile materials at a second intensity level for a second period of time following the first period of time. The second period of time is between about 5 minutes and about 30 minutes and the second intensity level is greater than the first intensity level. The method still further includes the step of repeating the step of emitting the first volatile material. | 11-25-2010 |
| 20110049259 | Method and Apparatus for Dispensing a Fragrance - A method of dispensing a volatile active into the surrounding environment includes the steps of providing a fragrance dispenser having a housing, a fan disposed within the housing and having a airflow director, first and second chambers disposed within the housing, and first and second fragrances disposed in the first and second chambers. The first and second chambers include first and second shutters covering first and second outlets, and first and second heaters, respectively. The method further includes the steps of activating the first heater to volatilize the first fragrance for a first time period, simultaneously activating the fan and the opening the first shutter to dispense the volatilized first fragrance from the first chamber into the surrounding atmosphere, activating the second heater to volatilize the second fragrance for a second period of time, and simultaneously activating the fan and opening the second shutter to dispense the volatilized second fragrance from the second chamber into the surrounding atmosphere. | 03-03-2011 |
Ross James Bland, Palmerston NZ
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| 20090098631 | Novel glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD) proteins and methods of use - The invention relates to novel Glutamic Acid Decarboxylases (GAD). More specifically, novel DNA and protein sequences relating to GAD. Additionally, the invention discloses a novel composition and related methods for treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, and the like, using viral and non-viral delivery systems that deliver therapeutic agents to specific regions of the brain. More specifically, using an adeno-associated viral vector to deliver a nucleotide sequence encoding a novel glutamic acid decarboxylase (GAD) to specific regions of the brain that are over stimulated or disinhibited in various diseases, including neurodegenerative diseases. | 04-16-2009 |
Tim Bland, Worcestershire GB
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| 20110181058 | LATCH RELEASE SYSTEM - A latch release system for releasing a latch, the system having a rest position and an actuated position and requiring a first force to move the system from the rest position to the actuated position, the system including an inertia event sensor and a means for increasing the force required to operate system, wherein when the inertia event sensor detects an inertia event it activates said means so the system requires a second force, greater than the first force, to move the system to the actuated position. | 07-28-2011 |
Timothy Neil Bland, Egham GB
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| 20090180756 | Apparatus for and a method of copy-protecting a content carrying recording medium - Recording data for an optical disc such as a DVD has video content data and navigation data. Button data defines one or more user-selectable selection buttons to enable a viewer to select content data when the recording medium is played. Further button data defines at least one phantom button that is not selectable by a viewer because, for example, it is not visually distinguishable, it is hidden within the video data or it is displayed for a short period of time. Although the at least one phantom button is not selectable by a viewer, a copying apparatus parsing the recording data will erroneously identify the phantom button as a user-selectable selection button and will copy data associated with the phantom button. The data associated with the phantom button may adversely affect the copying process or render the copy unplayable or unwatchable. | 07-16-2009 |