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Patent GB-190226339-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Pneumatic Carrier Systems or Apparatus for Cash, Parcels and other Articles
Inventor: DAVIS WILBUR GROVE
Filed: 1902-11-29
Granted: 1903-02-19
Abstract: 26,339. Davis, W. G. Nov. 29. Pneumatic despatch apparatus.-Fig. 2 shows one terminal of a transit tube, and Fig. 5 a diagram of the electric connection between the terminals, which are alike. Normally the circuit is open as shown by the diagram, and the hinged door d<2> hangs open on the hinge d<3> as shown in dotted lines, so that a companion door inside the column foot or pillar d shuts down the air pressure, while the clawed lever armature h<2> acting under the pull of a spring h<4> through a lever f<4> holds a latch for the door in the ineffective position shown by dotted lines. A globular carrier shut in by the door sets a key m, Fig 5, so that its end piece 5 bridges the gap in the circuit between two contacts 6, 7 after the switch 1 turning with the door has bridged a second gap at other contacts 2. The attracted armature at the sending- end consequently leaves the latch free to keep the door shut, and the armature at the receiving-end engages the arm h<6> at the hinge to keep the door open. The key m is held by a tooth on the shut door while the carrier is travelling, but its exit from the other terminal makes the key there break the circuit at the contact 6. Accordingly the armature at the shut end trips the latch so that the door falling open breaks the circuit till another carrier is sent.
Patent GB-190227731-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Thermal Motors.
Inventor: KARAVODINE VICTOR DE
Filed: 1902-12-16
Granted: 1903-12-16
Abstract: 27,731. Karavodine, V. de. Dec. 16. Motors operated by contraction of solids by cold.- Relates to rotary motors operated by the contraction of metallic wires or bands, which pass alternately before a source of heat and a cooling-device, so arranged that the heated wires &c. transmit, in cooling, their heat to other wires, which come into operation subsequently, the contraction of the wires during cooling actuating the motor. In the form shown in Figs. 1 and 2, two separate sets of wires are arranged in the form of coaxial cylinders, each set consisting of a number of wires. One end of each wire of the internal set is secured to one of a pair of pulleys 5, 6 secured to a sleeve 4 freely mounted on a fixed crank shaft 1, the other end of each wire being secured to a pin on the outer face of the pulley 6, and each pin being carried by an eccentric, connected by a wire and spring to a sleeve 22 on one of the cranks 2. Each wire passes to and fro a number of times over rollers 7 on the peripheries of the pulleys. The second set of wires is similarly arranged on pulleys 15, 16 freely mounted on the crank shaft and spaced apart by bars 38, the wires of this set acting on the outer crank 2. The pulleys 5, 15 carry bevel-wheels gearing with a pinion 23 on a radial arm 24 carried by the crank shaft, so that the sets of wires rotate in opposite directions, the crank of each set having a slight lead or displacement on opposite sides or the vertical plane through the axis of the shaft. In order that the wires which are being heated shall produce no reaction while the wires which are being cooled are applying a torque to the pulleys, each wire is connected to its pulley by means of a sliding rack 8, Fig. 6. During the idle portion of the revolution, the wires are only kept taut by a spring 29, but, during the operative portion, the rack is locked by a pawl, which is engaged and disengaged by contact with arms 30 on the crank shaft. A furnace 25 and a cooling-zone 26 are arranged diametrically opposite each other in insulating- casings 27 which surround the wires. The casings are weighted at their lower portions, and are supported on ball bearings 33, 36 so that they remain at rest. Gas or liquid fuel is supplied to the furnace, and air or water to the cooling-zone, by passages in the crank shaft. The furnace may be open at the top to allow the products of combustion to escape. The pulley from which power is taken off is secured to one of the pulleys 15, 16 or to the bars 38. In a modified form of motor, the pulleys 15, 16 are mounted on a spindle passing through the fixed shaft, which is hollow and provided with eccentrics in place of cranks. In this form, the external casing 27 is supported on feet. In other modifications, single sets of wires are used, the heated wires transmitting their heat to a liquid contained in the casings or to a web travelling in the opposite direction to the wires, and the liquid or web transferring the heat to the cooled wires.
Patent GB-190227978-A (GB)
Title: Means for Indicating and Recording the Speed of Tramcars and similar Vehicles
Inventor: FIRTH JAMES EDWARD
Filed: 1902-12-18
Granted: 1903-11-05
Abstract: 27,978. Firth, J. E., and Firth, G. H. Dec. 18. Speed indicators for tramcars &c. A trailing wheel actuates a pump or works an electric generator, by means of which the speed is indicated. As shown, the trailing wheel a drives the wheel d, having a crank-pin, which, by the connecting-rod e, actuates the pump f. The pump forces liquid or air along the tube h to the indicator i, which consists of a pressure gauge with a pointer, movable over a graduated scale. Pressure in the tubes is regulated by safety escapements which avoid too great pressure and also allow a ready fall of pressure when the car slows down. A registering apparatus is also described. This consists of a disc driven by clockwork, and carrying a card having divisions denoting time and speed, on which a curve is drawn by a pencil carried by an arm secured to the axle of a pressure gauge, in connection with the pipe h. The pump may be replaced by an electric generator, the tube h by wires, and the indicator i by a volt-meter.
Patent GB-190303154-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Dumping Carts
Inventor: LAPORTE AMEDEE
Filed: 1903-02-10
Granted: 1903-07-09
Abstract: 3154. Laporte, A. May 17, A.D. 1902, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901]. Tip-carts.-Relates to means for releasing the body and tailboard by hand and for tipping the body by backing the horse. The body A is retained in its normal position by a spring-pressed catch H, which can be withdrawn by means of the pivoted lever D and intermediate mechanism I, J, M. The lever carries a strap G adapted to raise another pivoted lever E so that its enlarged end V comes opposite a corresponding opening in the tailboard F and allows it to be pressed out by the spring R. The bottom side bars d of the body are secured to blocks a, which embrace the axle b and which are bolted to the rear ends of straps e carried by the side bars. The shafts C are pivoted to the straps e at a point g which is slightly higher than the axle, so that backing the horse tips the body.
Patent GB-190307751-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Fastening Device for Leggings and other Articles
Inventor: LONG CHARLES LAWSELL
Filed: 1903-04-03
Granted: 1903-05-14
Abstract: 7751. Long, C. L. April 3. Hook fastenings for leggings &c. To each of the edges a of the article to be fastened is attached a strip of metal or other suitable material b, having one of its edges bent over in the form of a hook c. The hooks c engage with each other, as shown in Fig. 2.
Patent GB-190308302-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Skein- or Hank-Twisting Appliances.
Inventor: VIERHAUS ERNST
Filed: 1903-04-09
Granted: 1903-06-11
Abstract: 8302. Vierhaus, E. April 9. Parcelling yarns.-Apparatus for drawing-out, smoothing, and repeatedly twisting skeins or hanks of yarn, for packing and transport purposes, consists of a hook o, to receive the skein &c., driven by wheel gearing from a shaft b, which is rotated alternately in opposite directions by cords wrapped around drums c, d on the shaft and connected to a treadle k and weight m respectively. After twisting, one end of the skein &c. may be drawn through the other. The stroke or movement of the treadle can be adjusted, according to the number of twists required in the skein, by connecting the cords to the treadle and weight through adjustable links or perforated plates p, q. A pivoted fork r, embracing a brake pulley e on the shaft b, is moved by cords t, u, connected to the plates p, respectively, so as to press on the pulley e when the treadle and the weight approach their lowest positions, thus preventing over-running.
Patent GB-190320715-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Controlling the Steerage of Wagons, Vans, Trollies, Traction Trucks, or Trailers for Light Locomotives, or other Vehicles, Fitted with Forecarriages
Inventor: WALLIS FRANCIS ASHBY
Filed: 1903-09-26
Granted: 1904-06-23
Abstract: 20,715. Wallis, F. A. Sept. 26. Undercarriages; wagons; steering.-Relates to means for guiding traction trucks, vans, or wagons, fitted with a fore-carriage, when it is desired to back them by the same motive power that draws them. In the arrangement shown in Figs. 15, 16, 17, 19, and 20, for normal travel, the plate E<1>, to which the draw-bar B is connected, is locked to the fore-carriage by inserting a pin K in a casting H secured thereto, and a runner R, carried by an arm Q<1> on the nut Q of the screw L, is turned into a horizontal position by moving the handle U of a slotted sleeve to the position U', Fig. 15, where it is maintained by a spring-held pin taking into a hole V<1>. The fore-carriage is now independent of the steering-mechanism. In backing the vehicle, the pin K is removed, so that the pull acts upon the main pin F, and so upon the body of the vehicle, and the handle U is turned up vertically, bringing the runner down into a slot S in the casting H, the handle being then held by the pin X engaging a hole V. By turning the handle P or P<1> of the screw L, the fore-carriage may be steered. In a modification, during forward travel, the plate E', now located between the locking-ring and the fore-carriage, is locked to the fore-carriage, and, to back the vehicle, the locking-pin is withdrawn and steering is effected by a spindle screwing through a universal-jointed nut. With the arrangement of Figs. 22 and 24, an auxiliary bar C is provided for backing the wagon. When the vehicle is being drawn, the draw-bar B is connected to the motor, and a screwed spindle K is raised and supported by its handle resting on a hook O, the universal joint G, in this case, being carried by the body. To push the wagon backwards, the draw-bar is disconnected, as shown, and the bar C is connected to the motor and to the frame of the vehicle. The spindle is removed from the book and supported in a bracket M on the forecarriage, so that, when the motor pushes back, it presses on the frame of the vehicle, and by turning the spindle, the fore-carriage may be steered as desired. The Provisional Specification states that the steering-gear may consist of a rack-and-pinion, chain-and-wheel, or other arrangement, while the bar C of the apparatus, shown in Fig. 23, may be attached to the central pin instead of to the frame.
Patent GB-190321578-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Method for Preserving Wood.
Inventor: REICHEL CARL FRIEDRICH
Filed: 1903-10-07
Granted: 1904-10-07
Abstract: 21,578. Reichel, C. F. Oct. 7. Coating surfaces, compositions for.-Wood is preserved by coating with a paste consisting of a mixture of chalk or slaked lime, tannin, and water, which mixture is applied to poles and the like tn be inserted in the soil, the layer being surrounded by metal to afford protection till the mass is hardened.
Patent GB-190322874-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Holder for Typists' and other Copy, Photograph Frames, Books, Music, Almanacks, Game-markers and other Articles.
Inventor: MOODY DAN ORSMOND
Filed: 1903-10-22
Granted: 1903-12-10
Abstract: 22,874. Moody, D. O. Oct 22. Calendars.-Relates to adjustable holders for almanacs, typists' and other copy, and the like. In the form shown in Fig. 2, copy is supported on a metal &c. plate a provided with an india-rubber clip or band j, a line indicator q, and an adjustable strut f. The band j is retained at one side over a roller, and at the other side by a ring l placed behind ears on the plate a. The indicator q consists of a celluloid &c. strip inserted in a slot through a ball, free to slide on a detachable bar o, which is inserted in holes in rotating balls p. The strut f has an overturned upper edge, and is detachably hinged by engagement of the upper edge in a split tube e, which is mounted in ears c behind the plate a, and is movable through one or both ears. The slope of the strut is adjusted by means of a knotted cord h, which is connected to an ear d behind the plate a and is inserted in a notch in the strut. Lips for supporting the bottom of the copy are provided at the bottom of the plate a. The plate a may be provided with several tongues, or with spring clips, for holding down the edges of an account-book or other copy. In the form shown in Fig. 5, the plate c is provided with a pawl or with a lip G for adjust. ment on a rack bar B, which passes through slotted ears behind the plate c, and is free to turn on a pin v between discs x on a V-shaped foot v supported on balls w. Angular adjustment of the bar B is effected by means of a loop J ; the top bar J<1> of the loop J is placed under a hook on the back of the bar B, and is provided with a projection K at each side of the hook. The bottom bar of the loop is made straight for engagement in notches I in discs x and is provided with a tooth for engagement in a recess in the end of the bar B to prevent lateral movement. Two interfitting cups N are used in place of the ball q, Fig. 2. A detachable rest R, for holding the back of a shorthand book behind the plate c, is provided with ears for engagement in slots T in the plate c, and, when not in use, as shown, is held on ears behind the plate c. The bar B may be replaced by a slotted bar connected by a bolt to an ear at either side of the plate c.
Patent GB-190324155-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fountain Pens.
Inventor: FERRIS WILLIAM IRVING
Filed: 1903-11-06
Granted: 1903-12-17
Abstract: 24,155. Ferris, W. I. Jan. 26, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901]. Pens, reservoir. Relates to an improved feedpiece, the object of which is to conceal the concave side of the nib and to prevent ink from flowing on to the holder. The feed-piece is preferably cylindrical, having ink and air channels cut in the back end A, and is cut away from C to the end B, as shown in the Figures leaving a sharp edge D. Enough of the back-piece A is left to enable it to fit tightly into the barrel of the pen R, the length B C being from an inch to an inch and a quarter for ordinary pens. The cut-away portion may have any form so long as the sharp edges, contiguous or nearly so to the edges of the nib, are retained.
Patent GB-190404822-A (GB)
Title: A New and Improved Burner for Igniting any Form of Vapor Lamps
Inventor: DUDLEY FRANK THOMAS
Filed: 1904-02-27
Granted: 1905-01-12
Abstract: 4822. Dudley, F. T. Feb. 27. Vapour lamps and burners.-The initial heat necessary for lighting the lamp is supplied by the small burner shown, which burns the air or low grade gas from above the fluid in the reservoir. The supply of gas is regulated by a needle valve D, and at the nozzle the gas is split up into very small streams and its passage retarded by a number of fine orifices B<1> formed in any appropriate manner. The burner tube B can be made adjustable by causing it to slide telescopically on the tube A.
Patent GB-190406576-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Side Lights of Steam Ships and other Vessels.
Inventor: BROWN JOHN
Filed: 1904-03-18
Granted: 1905-01-19
Abstract: 6576. Brown, J., and McPherson, J. March 18. Ventilating ships; cabin and deck lights.-A sidelight fitting is provided with ventilating-apertures external to the glass and leading to a chamber C, which is either fitted with baffle-plates, as shown in Fig. 1, or with a valve H, Fig. 5, in order to intercept water. The ventilating - aperture is controlled by a valve E operated by the screw gear shown. A dead-light G, secured by hinge fittings G<2> and screwed bolts G<3>, may be used.
Patent GB-190416425-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Electric Incandescence Bodies.
Filed: 1904-07-25
Granted: 1905-06-29
Abstract: 1 6 , 4 2 5 . Electric Equipment and Securities, Ltd., and Ruzicka, C. July 25. Incandescent lamps, filaments for. A finelydivided mixture is made of one or more refractory metals, such as iridium or an iridium alloy, with a refractory material, non-conducting when cold, such as zirconium oxide, and a special earth, such as gadolinite or cerite, or certain oxides, such as thorium or cerium oxides, which become highly luminous when heated. The mixture is worked with a liquid, such as sodium-silicate solution, into a viscous mass, which is squeezed through a die to form threads, pipes, or the like, and dried, solidified, and hardened by baking. The incandescence bodies may be mounted in globes, open to the atmosphere, or closed and containing compressed or rarefied air or other gas. The following proportions are suitable :-Iridium alloy 40 parts, zirconium oxide 45 parts, and cerium oxide 3 parts, the composition of the alloy being iridium 70 parts, tungsten 18 parts, and silicon 12 parts.
Patent GB-190417863-A (GB)
Title: Paper and Fabric Fastener.
Inventor: HART SYDNEY
Filed: 1904-08-17
Granted: 1905-06-15
Abstract: 17,863. Hart, S. Aug. 17. Paper - fasteners. - A paper-fastener for securing sheets of paper, vellum, parchment, linen, cloth, &c. consists of a disc of thin metal formed with two apertures G and a tongue B. The device is folded over along the line C-D and the corners of the papers &c. inserted between the two semicircular portions, where they are secured by folding over the tongue B. To facilitate the insertion of the papers, the disc A may be provided with a projection F, and the tongue B may be formed with a sharp point H further to secure the papers.
Patent GB-190419664-A (GB)
Title: Nut-lock
Inventor: MCCOMB JAMES
Filed: 1904-09-12
Granted: 1904-11-10
Abstract: 19,664. McComb, J. Sept. 12. Locking nuts.- The screwed bolt shown in Fig. 1 has a number of grooves 2 which deepen towards the end of the bolt. After the nut is screwed into position, the locking- plate 5, Fig. 2, is fitted over the bolt end so that its holes 6 engage with lugs 7 of the nut and each of its members 3 fit in one of the grooves 2 of the bolt. The plate 5 may have a simple tubular extension 4 of soft sheet metal such as copper or the like, which may be crimped into the grooves of the bolt after the plate 5 has been adjusted over the end of the bolt. The plate 5 may be dispensed with by forming the thimble 4 integral with the nut as shown in Fig. 4. By forming the thimble 4 by swaging, an annular recess 12 is formed at its base and the weight of the nut is not increased.
Patent GB-190422735-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture and Production of Azo Colouring Matter.
Inventor: JOHNSON JAMES YATE
Filed: 1904-10-21
Granted: 1905-08-10
Abstract: 22,735. Johnson, J. Y., [Badische Anilin & Soda Fabrik]. Oct. 21. Dyes, artificial.-An azo colouring-matter, which, in the form of its lakes, is fast to light, is produced by diazotizing 3 : 4 : 6-trichloraniline by means of nitrosylsulphuric acid, and combining the diazo compound with naphtholdisulphonic acid-R (OH : SO3H : SO3H # 2 : 3 : 6).
Patent GB-190424034-A (GB)
Title: Improved Cannon for Acrobatic Performances
Inventor: CROSSE ALICE JOSEPHINE
Filed: 1904-11-07
Granted: 1905-09-21
Abstract: 24,034. Crosse, A. J. Nov. 7. Acrobatic apparatus.- Relates to a cannon, to be used in music-halls &c., for projecting a performer or inanimate object through the air. The performer is projected by means o f a plate 10 attached to a rod 9 provided with a piston 8, which works in a cylinder 7. The cylinder is connected by means of bolted flanges 6, 6<1> to a tubular part 3 of a spherical chamber 1, into which is introduced compressed air or steam &c. The compressed air &c. is caused to act on the plunger by opening an equilibrium valve 12, 13 by means of a lever 16, which acts on the valve spindle 14, provided with extensions 15 moving in guides. The spindle 14 and rod 9 pass through covers 17, 18, respectively. The chamber 1 is mounted on trunnions, and a casing 19 which encloses all the parts is mounted on a frame 21 pivoted to a stand 20, to enable the inclination of the cannon to be varied within certain limits. The cannon can be operated by explosive mixtures, which may be fired by an electric spark, or other means, on the operation of the lever 16. The performer &c. projected may be caught by means of a trapeze, net, or mattress, &c., or by a second gymnast.
Patent GB-190504074-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Thrust Bearings for Propeller Shafts and like Rotating Parts.
Filed: 1905-02-27
Granted: 1906-02-01
Abstract: 4074. Hoffmann Manufacturing Co., and Mair, W. B. Feb. 27. Thrust bearings.-A self-alining ball or roller thrust bearing for propeller shafts &c. comprises two grooved ball or roller races 2 carried by flanged collars 13, and a central race ring 3 with a bearing on the shaft 1, which may be fitted with balls or rollers 7. The collars 13. which may be made in two or more pieces, are bolted together through the journal ring 3 by bolts 14, and one of them forms an abutment for the collar 15 on the shaft 1. The ring 3 is held in the housing 8, which is made self-alining by means of the pivoted links 10 and rocking lever 12, or other yielding connexion. The ring 3 may be carried by the shaft and the rings 2 by the housing 8. The rings 2, 3 are preferably of larger diameter than any flange on the shaft, so that they may be placed in position without being divided. The housing 8 is prevented from turning by the lug 16, secured by bolts or pins to the bracket 18.
Patent GB-190504383-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus used for Lighting.
Inventor: LYON ALGERNON JASPER
Filed: 1905-03-02
Granted: 1906-02-15
Abstract: 4383. Lyon, A. J., and Whitmore, G. F. March 2. Carburetting.-In a carburetted-air plant, the source of air supply is a series of gas-holders E, Fig. 1, the bells of which may be lifted by hand and are provided with inlet and outlet pipes, independently controlled by valves. The outlet pipes are connected to a common main B, which delivers air under slight pressure to a vaporizer a, Fig. 2, containing a number of trays d supported and kept separate by loose rings e and having a number of rimmed perforations. Petrol drips from the tank f through a sight-feed glass tube i, and a tube g connects the upper parts of the reservoir and vaporizer. The Provisional Specification describes also trays with rounded under surfaces, and an index-hand to show the rate of drip from the hydrocarbon tank.
Patent GB-190506526-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ventilators
Inventor: NEWEY ALFRED HENRY
Filed: 1905-03-28
Granted: 1905-12-14
Abstract: 6526. Newey, A. H. March 28. Ventilators.-An ornamented face-plate A of sheet metal, perforated at a<1>, is provided with a circular cover c mounted on a spindle B which works in a collar a<2> on the face-plate, a stud or thread a<3> on the collar engaging with a helical groove b<1> formed on the spindle so that the rotation of the latter opens or closes the ventilator. The end of the spindle projects through the face-plate, and is provided with arms b<6> to which cords may be attached for the operation of the ventilator. Fig. 5 shows a modification in which the cover c is rectangular and is prevented from rotating by guides attached to the face-plate engaging holes c<2> in the cover. The spindle B rotates loosely in a casing c<1> attached to the cover, being retained by a projecting portion c<3>.
Patent GB-190509873-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Burners for Acetylene and like Gases.
Inventor: THURNAUER BERNHARD
Filed: 1905-05-10
Granted: 1905-08-31
Abstract: 9873. Thurnauer, B., and Thurnauer, K., [trading as Stadelmann & Co., J.]. June 30, 1904, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Acetylene and like burners.-The gas orifice a opens into a small recess d at the bottom of the trough-shaped tip b, forming a chamber into which air currents do not penetrate.