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Patent GB-190513653-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Controlling the Discharge of Liquid from Tanks, Filter Beds & the like
Inventor: SHIELDS WILLIAM SYLVANUS
Filed: 1905-07-03
Granted: 1906-07-03
Abstract: 13,653. Shields, W. S., and Jones, W. de F. July 3. Actuating valves; Liftvalves; floats.-An apparatus for supplying sewage &c. to filter-beds, for discharging filter-beds, and for controlling the flow of liquids generally, consists of an air-dome or similar contrivance to be immersed in the liquid, the compressed air opening a discharge valve. The valve to be opened is determined by other mechanism. The tank A is provided with outlets A<2> closed by valves B consisting preferably of vertical cylinders open at the top so as to serve as overflows if the actuating-mechanism should fail. The valves B are connected by bars D to air bells in the tanks F, which contain water or some non-freezing liquid. The bells communicate with the air-dome G at the bottom of the tank A by a main pipe H provided with a non-return valve h and branch pipes H<1> in which are cocks connected by rods k with weighted levers K which usually hold them closed. Corresponding to each valve B is a float L with an inclined head, which raises the ball J till it runs down the race N on to the end of one of the levers K, thus opening the cock in one of the pipes H<1> and allowing air to pass from the dome G to one of the bells, which is raised, thus opening the corresponding valve B. As the tank empties, the ball J rolls on to the bead of the next float L, ready to operate the next valve. The bell remains raised until the tank is emptied, when the air escapes through an outlet pipe passing into a well in the bottom of the tank A and thus forming a liquid seal which is blown out as soon as it is weakened by the emptying of the tank. In a modification .suitable for a tank with only one outlet, the pipe H passes directly to the bell and has a double bend in it forming a liquid seal which is blown out, when the pressure on the air in the dome G reaches a certain amount.
Patent GB-190516344-A (GB)
Title: Improved Mode of and Apparatus for Making Wire Hat Bodies
Inventor: KAUFMANN JOSEF
Filed: 1905-08-11
Granted: 1905-11-30
Abstract: 16,344. Kaufmann, J. Aug. 11. Bonnets.-Wire hat bodies are made by first bending the radial ribs on a board or plate a having pegs b, Fig. 1, round which the wire is twisted. The pegs may be adjustable so as to produce hats of different shapes. A form of board is also shown in the Specification, in which several ribs can be made from one piece of wire, which is frequently divided, the bending being completed by hand. The ribs are then placed in a support consisting of an eight-armed frame, Fig. 6, pivoted on a stand and provided with U-shaped forks to receive the ribs. The circular wires are passed through the eyes formed by twisting the rib wires round the pegs b.
Patent GB-190517192-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Rabbit or other Animal, Traps
Inventor: BLAKEMORE EDWARD
Filed: 1905-08-25
Granted: 1906-01-25
Abstract: 17,192. Blakemore, E. Aug. 25. Traps.-A. spring jaw trap for rabbits or other animals is provided with levers which close on the jaws when an attempt is made to move the trap, so that the spring may be made weaker than usual to avoid injuring the animal. The levers care pivoted to the base of the trap and have anchored chains or links attached to their outer ends, so that when the trap is pulled away they close on the jaws a as shown in Fig. 3 and tighten the grip. The levers may be made in one piece with the jaws.
Patent GB-190520048-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Steam and similar "Traps".
Inventor: DOUGLAS ARNOLD
Filed: 1905-10-04
Granted: 1906-01-25
Abstract: 20,048. Douglas, A. Oct. 4. Steam traps.-Relates to steam traps in which spring-controlled or weighted discharge valves are opened by the pressure of accumulated water of condensation. In a casing, one or more verticallydisposed valves e close the inlets c leading from a chamber in which the water of condensation collects. The valves are normally held on their seats by springs f which are adjusted by the screwthreaded spindles g projecting through the cover.of the casing. A water-outlet pipe i having escape orifices h is carried to a high level so that a quantity of liquid is maintained above the valves e. A small passage e<1 >through the valve e allows the inlet c to communicate with the interior of the casing when the valve e is on its seat. In action, the valves e lift when the pressure of the water of condensation on the underside of the valves reaches a certain value. Some of the liquid in the casing then escapes by the pipe i. An air-escape pipe k is provided in the cover, which is secured to the casing by bolts and nuts. Openings l in the casing are arranged for attaching a gauge glass,
Patent GB-190525224-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cases for Electrical Measuring Instruments.
Inventor: EVERETT EDGAR ISAAC
Filed: 1905-12-05
Granted: 1906-10-11
Abstract: 25,224. Everett, E. I., and Edgcumbe, K. Dec. 5. Casings for measuring - instruments such as ammeters, volt-meters, and watt-meters, of the moving-iron, dynamometer, and induction types. A water-tight partition divides the case into two compartments, the inner of which contains the moving parts and can be hermetically sealed to exclude damp, while the outer contains the fixed winding and may be filled up with an insulating- compound. In the form shown, a pocket or depression d in the water-tight partition c allows an iron disk a or other moving element to swing into the winding b. The partition c is preferably of non-magnetic material, such as brass or gunmetal, or of a highly resistant metal, such as german silver.
Patent GB-190525533-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Monetary Recorder for use in Combination with the Ordinary Telephone Instrument
Inventor: LANGLEY JOSEPH HENRY
Filed: 1905-12-08
Granted: 1906-11-22
Abstract: 25,533. Langley, J. H., and Mason, E. W. Dec. 8. Counting-apparatus for use in subscribers' telephone meters. The excitation of a magnet c by current from the exchange enables the subscriber by pressing a button to operate a ratchet-wheel g, which turns the pence-indicating dial k by bevelgearing. When the dial k has turned twelve steps, the pin,k' moves the lever k<2> to turn the ratchetwheel l<2> of the next dial one step. This ratchetwheel has two cams m<x>, on which bears the lever n of the third dial m, so that, after each ten steps of the wheel l<2>, the dial m is moved one step.
Patent GB-190525564-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Golf Clubs.
Inventor: HARDINGHAM ARTHUR SHORTRIDGE
Filed: 1905-12-08
Granted: 1906-08-23
Abstract: 25,564. Hardingham, A. S. Dec. 8 Golf.-The head of a putter &c. has a sighting- bar B at right-angles to the striking-face. The club may have two striking-faces, one at each end of the bar B. The socket C for .the shaft may be attached to, or be integral with, the sighting-bar. The bottom surface of the club head is rounded in the direction of the line of stroke,
Patent GB-190600255-A (GB)
Title: A Medium for Fixing Igniting Material on Incandescent Mantles
Inventor: HOOCK NICOLAUS
Filed: 1906-01-04
Granted: 1906-03-22
Abstract: 255. Hoock, N., and Zucker, L., [trading as Zucker & Co., L.]. Sept. 19, 1905, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Incandescent gas lamps; lighting. - Catalytic igniters are attached to the web of mantles by a mixture of aluminium hydrate, siliceous acid, boracic acid, magnesium oxide, and an alkaline carbonate.
Patent GB-190600573-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Fittings of Inverted Incandescent Gas Burners.
Inventor: WEBBER JOSEPH
Filed: 1906-01-09
Granted: 1906-12-13
Abstract: 573. Webber, J. Jan. 9. Incandescent gas lamps; globe holders. -The gallery a is provided with pivoted members d operated by means of a screw e, and the globe merely rests by its flange on the lugs D of the members d, and is free to expand under the influence of heat. In a modification, the members d are replaced by pivoted bell-cranks provided around the gallery and connected together by a circular strip. The gallery may be connected by arms a<1> to a sliding sleeve a<2> on the burner. The mantle may be carried by a plate or bar supported by the globe. Reference is made, as to prior. knowledge, to Specifications No. 2990, A..D. 1872, No. 5152, A.D. 1889, No. 8447, A.D. 1892, Nos. 5883, 8343, 15,376, and 20,293, A.D. 1894, No. 13,054, A.D. 1899, and No. 4930, A.D. 1902.
Patent GB-190602331-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Ironing Machines.
Inventor: NORTON FREDERICK GAYLORD
Filed: 1906-01-30
Granted: 1907-01-30
Abstract: 2331. Norton, F. G. Jan. 30. Ironing-machines.-In a machine for ironing the seams, edges, and other parts of clothing, the pressure between the heated iron, moving over a heated table, is obtained by means of an electro-magnet and an armature, both of which are arranged on the same side of the table. Means for adjusting the degree of pressure and a method of mounting the iron-carrying arm so that it may be swung away from above the table are also described. The arm 15, Fig. 2, carrying the iron-supporting bar 16 is resiliently mounted by means of the spring 23 on a carriage 17 running on tracks 20, 21 extending the length of the machine. The arm 15 is lowered, and therefore pressure between the gas-heated iron 13 and the table 10 obtained, by means of an electro-magnet 36 supported on a carriage 38 on a track 40, an armature 37 being fixed to the arm 15. The armature is provided with extensions 41 which project into the coils, such a construction prevent. ing loss of the lines of force. The current is switched on or off by means of a push-pin 70 conveniently arranged on the iron near the handle 71. To check too sudden movements of the arm 15, there is provided a dash-pot 29 in connexion with a lever 26 pivoted at 27 and secured at its other end to links 30 pivoted to the arm 15 at 31. The arm is maintained in its raised position by the spring 34, and, if desired, the iron may be depressed before switching on the current, by means of a treadle 80 operating the lever 26. The bar 16 can slide along the slotted head 15<a>, being retained by a pin 44, which, when the iron is pushed back, engages with a hook 45, Fig. 4, thus acting as a pivot on which the arm 16 may be swung into the position shown in dotted lines. To adjust the pressure of the iron on the table, the construction shown in Fig. 3 is adopted, wherein the iron is carried by a screwed spindle 50 working in a sleeve 53 supported by the arm 16. The spindle can be rotated and locked in position by means of the handle 59 provided with a spring-pressed pin 58 engaging with one of a series of holes in the cap 56. In a modified arrangement, the pressure of the iron is regulated by pivoting the slotted head 15<a> to the support 15, the adjustment being effected by a handscrew. '
Patent GB-190604716-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electrolytic Apparatus.
Inventor: MCDONALD FRANK
Filed: 1906-02-26
Granted: 1906-09-13
Abstract: 4716. McDonald, F. Feb. 26. Drawings to Specification. Chlorine is obtained by electrolyzing brine, the solution being maintained at a constant level in the anode compartment. The exhausted solution is replenished with salt during its passage through a resaturator to the feed-tank, whence it is again delivered to the anode compartment. The chlorine passes into absorbing-towers, where it is converted into bleaching-liquor.
Patent GB-190607279-A (GB)
Title: Improved Beer Saucer.
Inventor: NAUERT JOHANN
Filed: 1906-03-26
Granted: 1906-05-24
Abstract: 7279. Nauert, J. March 26. Saucers.-A beer saucer C is provided with a porous insertion comprising a frame a, which rests upon a shoulder band encloses at its lower part a perforated plate or sieve d. A layer of pumice grains or powder e is enclosed between the plate d and an upper. perforated plate or sieve g, held in position by a ring f. A space h is left at the bottom of the saucer for the reception of beer permeating the insertion.
Patent GB-190611382-A (GB)
Title: Improved Method of Producing a Package of Interfolded Sheets.
Inventor: WHEELER SETH
Filed: 1906-05-15
Granted: 1906-11-01
Abstract: 11,382. Wheeler, S. May 15. Parcelling paper. -A section a, Fig: 1, is severed from a roll 10 of paper, which is partially severed by intermittent longitudinal cuts along the lines 16, 17, Fig. 9, to form frangible ties 18, and is then folded into the form shown in Fig. 2. A second section b is then severed from the roll and folded so that its forward end is interwoven with the section a, as shown in Fig. 5. This is continued until a suitable thickness of interfolded sections, Fig. 10, is formed. The packages are then severed one from the other by breaking the ties 18. Each of the sections a, b may contain two or more superposed sheets.
Patent GB-190611757-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, and relating to, Vertical Steam Generators.
Inventor: HAYES JAMES ROBERT SLADE
Filed: 1906-05-19
Granted: 1907-05-18
Abstract: 11,757. Hayes, J. R. S. May 19. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Vertical boilers for motor road vehicles &c. In a boiler of the type indicated in Fig. 1, the tubes u, mainly for use in starting the fire, are controlled by a damper v, formed by a flange on a sleeve w. This sleeve controls an opening y leading direct from the charging-tube n into the smoke-box. In a modification, the tubes u and the water space between the fire-box crown and the smoke-box are omitted. The sleeve w is then fitted inside the tube n. (For Figure see next page.)
Patent GB-190613389-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mills for Pulverizing Ores, Minerals, Cement, Clinker and other Friable Substances.
Inventor: KROM STEPHEN REUBEN
Filed: 1906-06-11
Granted: 1906-11-22
Abstract: 13,389. Krom, S. R. June 11. Lubricators ; dust and the like, excluding.-The bearings of the driving-shaft c, Fig. 1, of a roller- and-ring crushing-mill are lubricated by means of chains 3 which revolve with the shaft and dip into an oil receptacle formed in the bearing-box b. The crushing-rollers r, Fig. 2, are mounted on the pins n<2> of crank-shafts n. One end of a sleeve 9 bears against the nut and washer 11 on the end of the pin n<2>, and the other end against the inner end of a flanged sleeve o, which surrounds the sleeve 9 and is provided at its outer end with a screw cap 12, thus excluding dust from the bearing.
Patent GB-190615448-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gates.
Inventor: BARKER GEORGE
Filed: 1906-07-07
Granted: 1906-09-13
Abstract: 15,448. Barker, G., [Westmoreland, H. C.]. July 7. Gates.-A metal gate is formed of a frame upon which a wire-mesh body is woven. The framework is constructed of tee, angle, round, or other sectioned metal, united at the corners by plates f<1>, Fig. 1, by elbow-points, f<7>, Fig 2, by iron collars riveted to each end of the frame pieces, or by other convenient means. The body of the gate is formed of wire netting woven on to the frame through holes w<1>, Fig. 1, or around the frame as indicated in Fig. 2. Central vertical stays S consisting of flat bars riveted together and to the frame may be employed. The gates are hung by eyes f <5>, &c, and are provided with spring or other catches f<4>.
Patent GB-190617835-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Brake Operating Devices.
Filed: 1906-08-08
Granted: 1906-10-25
Abstract: 17,835. Compagnie Belge de Construction d'Automobiles (Usines "Pipe"), and Pfõnder, O. Aug. 8. Brakes.-In brakes in which expansible segments 4 are adapted to act upon the internal surface of a drum 5, the operating-cam 6 is so mounted on a square part 7 of its spindle that it is automatically displaced thereon transversely, to compensate for any unequal wear of the segments. In the arrangement shown, springs 8 are interposed between the cam and its spindle. When the spindle is turned by the lever 10, the segments 4 are separated until one comes in contact with the drum 5. The cam will then bear upon that segment and become dlsplaced upon the square part of the spindle, applying the second segment to the drum. Releasing-springs 11, 12 are fitted to the segments and the lever 10, respectively.
Patent GB-190621857-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, and connected with, Devices for Suspending Umbrellas or the like from the Person.
Inventor: MANN JOSEPH
Filed: 1906-10-03
Granted: 1907-10-03
Abstract: 21,857. Mann, J. Oct. 3. Attaching a r t i c l e s to wearing-apparel.-A strap a of webbing, leather, &c is detachably secured by means of a hook b, or its equivalent, to the waistbelt &c. of the wearer, and is provided with a spring clip d, which grips the handle or the stick of an umbrella. parasol, &c. The jaws of the clip are preferably lined with h rubber or like yielding material, and are pivoted on a pin d, which passes through an eyelet in the strap a and is provided with a nut d<2>. The length of the strap may be varied by means of a tension buckle c. The umbrella, when wet, may be covered by a detachable sheath provided at its upper end with eyes to engage some of the rib tips. According to the Provisional Specification, the sheath may be detachably secured to the strap a ; and, also, the spring clip d may be replaced by a loop or other suitable device. [Reference has been directed under Patents Act, 1902, to Specifications No. 3138, A.D. 1889, and No. 1543, A.D. 1890.]
Patent GB-190627948-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Loose Leaf Books or Binders.
Inventor: PETTY JOHN PAXTON
Filed: 1906-12-07
Granted: 1907-02-14
Abstract: 27,948. Petty, J. P. Dec. 7. Filing papers &c.-Relates to a device for locking the cover of a loose-leaf book to any suitable form of post. The post shown as an example is described in Specification No. 24,796, A.D. 1905. The locking-mechanism is arranged in a recess d in the upper clamping-member a', which is preferably provided with an internally-threaded bush e. Over the post b is fitted a split cone g adapted to be contracted upon the post by means of an externally-threaded ring h, coned internally to fit over the split cone g. The ring h may be provided with notches so as to be turned by a key, or .any other suitable means may be provided.
Patent GB-190700985-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Explosion Motors.
Inventor: FERON ALBERT
Filed: 1907-01-14
Granted: 1907-12-12
Abstract: 985. Feron, A. Jan. 17, 1906, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Drawings to Specification. Generators or producers.-In a plant comprising a dynamo driven by an explosion engine A, using producer gas, and a secondary battery B for equalizing the load on the dynamo, a differential electric motor controlled by the battery current drives an exhauster for drawing gas from the scrubber, or a compressor for forcing air through the producer, so as to supply more fuel to the engine when the battery is discharging and less when it is being charged. If the gas becomes temporarily impoverished, the speed of the engine and dynamo is reduced, the battery discharges, and the speed of the differential electric motor is preserved. so that more gas is supplied to the engine and compensation takes place.
Patent GB-190705944-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Abdominal Belt, especially designed for Curing All Complaints and Disorders of the Kidneys
Inventor: FACKENHEIM SIEGFRIED
Filed: 1907-03-12
Granted: 1908-01-09
Abstract: 5944. Fackenheim, S. March 12. Bandages; pads; heating - appliances. - An abdominal belt intended especially for treatment of the kidneys, comprises a belt b, carrying rubber bladders a, which can be filled through the closable apertures e with a heat-generating substance, such as Thermophore, or with warm water. The positions of the bladders are adjusted by means of clamps c. The bladders may be covered with a woollen material.
Patent GB-190706138-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Thread Cutting Tools for Lathes.
Inventor: KELLY PATRICK JOSEPH
Filed: 1907-03-13
Granted: 1907-10-10
Abstract: 6138. Kelly, P. J. March 13. Tools; tool-holders; screwing.-A screw-cutting tool for lathes comprises a rectangular chaser 10 having a bevelled side with spaced teeth 11 and a furrow 12 in the upper face. The chaser is fixed by a screw 23 in a recess 20 in a holder 19, which may be of the form shown or may be made short and secured to the end of a round shank. The chaser may be fixed with any of its sides 14, 15, 16 agaiust the end wall of the recess, or with either of the corners 17, 18 in a rectangular groove 21 formed in the end wall, to adapt the tool for outside, inside, or offset threading.
Patent GB-190706827-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Pulling-over and like Machines for use in the Manufacture of Boots and Shoes.
Filed: 1907-03-21
Granted: 1908-03-21
Abstract: 6827. Bates, A., and British United Shoe Machinery Co. March 21. Uppers.-Pulling-over machines of the type in which the up-draw movement of the pincers is not definitely limited by a positively-operated machine element, are provided with means to lengthen the time of the up-draw movement, so as to eliminate all snatching stresses on the material at the end of the upward movement. These means, which are additional to the pincers-operating mechanism, also serve as a buffer or stop at the end of the up-draw movement. The invention is shown applied to the machine described in Specification No. 7005, A.D. 1900, and consists of a plunger E housed in a chamber E', and acted upon by a spring E<2> so that its forward end is always in contact with the pincer-carrying lever A. A non-return inlet valve E<3> communicating with the external atmosphere ensures that the chamber E<1> is always fullof air. The plunger may be arranged to act either as a means for regulating the upward speed of the pincer, or as a buffer, or to perform both these functions The pneumatic device above described may be replaced by an hydraulic check, in which the plunger may be arranged to create a vacuum at one end of the chamber, while forcing liquid out at the other. Other devices, such as a friction brake or governor, or a spsed-regutating member driven at the required slow rate of speed, may be used to control the speed of the up-draw of the piercers. Specification No. 9438, A.D. 1893, is referred to.
Patent GB-190714871-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gully Traps and Silt Boxes therefor.
Inventor: DIETL JOSEF
Filed: 1907-06-27
Granted: 1908-01-16
Abstract: 14,871. Dietl, J. June 27. Gully traps; ; silt and sludge boxes.- The middle section W is formed in one with a trap P and also with the base Q, or it may be in a separate piece. It is formed with a shoulder g to support a silt box E having the middle portion e of the bottom made as a loose piece or valve guided by four bent pieces f The passages w, w<1> of the trap are cleaned through an opening b<1> connected to the surface by a pipe c<1>.