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Patent GB-189704901-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Continuous Cigarette Making Machines.
Filed: 1897-02-23
Granted: 1897-04-03
Abstract: 4901. Lake, H. H., [British-American Machinery Co.]. Feb. 23. Cigarette - making machines. - The machine is shown in side elevation in Fig. 3, while Fig. 20 is a sectional view of the means for feeding the filler tobacco to the picker roller 72, seen at the left hand of Fig. 3. The remaining Figures show detail views. The tobacco is first placed in a loose even layer upon the apron 45, Fig. 20, in the feedtrough 35, and is carried forward between that apron and the apron 56 to the rollers 55, 65, being compressed during the process. The revolving picker roller 72 disintegrates the tobacco and transfers it to the chute 92, Fig. 3, which feeds it to the belt 93. The tobacco is now pressed into a rod-like form as it passes between the pairs of rollers 97, 111, 98, 112, and 99, 113. The belt 93, which passes over the pulleys 131, 139, driving- pulley 123, and tension roller 140, is kept clean by the brush 143 and another, not shown. The rod of tobacco now passes, with the paper 190, from the roll 189 to the trough part of the wrapping- tube 145, Fig. 13, the varying sections of which are shown in Figs. 16, 17, 18, and 19. In Fig. 18 is shown the edge of the paste-wheel 170 in contact with the upturned edge of the paper, which is afterwards turned down by the folding lip 158 and passed through the recess 159 to close upon the other edge and form the continuous cigarette. Fig. 22 shows the pasting-device in detail, the pastewheel 170 receiving the paste through an aperture in the cylinder 160, in which the piston 163 is steadily raised by the action of a worm and wheel. The continuous cigarette is now transferred by means of a belt 193, Fig. 3, through a closed tube 191, and is then cut into correct lengths by a knife 199, Figs. 9 and 25, which is raised at intervals by means of the eccentric-rod 236 so as to pass between the guide-tube 240 and the spring-controlled tube 245. The cutting-knife and the above-mentioned pair of tubes, which are also mounted upon the bar 226, are given a lateral traverse equal in speed to that of the cigarette rod during the act of cutting by means of the eccentric-rod 227. Fig. 28 shows a clutch mechanism employed in the machine for throwing driving-wheels &c. in and out of gear. The wheel 257 runs loose on the shaft 251 when the stem 254 is pushed back into the slide 253.
Patent GB-189708697-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Handles of Cycles and Motor Cars.
Inventor: REDMOND LAURENCE
Filed: 1897-04-06
Granted: 1897-12-24
Abstract: 8697. Redmond, L. April 6. Motor road vehicles.-Handle-bars for cycles and motor cars are mounted so as to prevent vibration. Two arms D pivoted at the head of the stem P are provided with clamps d in which is gripped the handle-bar C. An inflated or other rubber cushion B is fixed on the centre of the handle-bar C and bears against the stem P. The arms D<1> may be brought together to carry a resilient cushion K which bears on the end of the brake rod M when the handle-bars are raised, as described in Specification No. 14,715, A.D. 1896. A clip G fixed on the stem P carries a hook J for fixing the handle-bar, and a guide for the adjustable brake rod M.
Patent GB-189709995-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Straining Paper Pulp.
Inventor: SMITH JOHN
Filed: 1897-04-21
Granted: 1898-03-19
Abstract: 9995. Smith, J. April 21. Strainers.-In strainers having a vibrating diaphragm C, the joint between the diaphragm and the flange D of the vat is made by means of a band H of india-rubber of circular section. The band may be either solid or hollow, or in the form of a pneumatic tube.
Patent GB-189711888-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ball Bearing Castors.
Inventor: CAMPBELL COLIN
Filed: 1897-05-13
Granted: 1897-06-19
Abstract: 11,888. Campbell, C., Conroy, W. J., and Wilson, J. May 13. Castors.-A screwed shank A' is formed with a shoulder A<11> to bear against a washer, a cup to hold the large ball B, and a cavity A<111> to enclose a small ball to transmit the load on the castor to the large ball ; round the edge of the cup A are formed three blunt projections a to form bearing-surfaces for the ball B, and three claws, which are slightly bent over after introducing the ball B so as to prevent it from falling out.
Patent GB-189713865-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sheaf Binding Harvesters.
Inventor: MCGREGOR ALEXANDER
Filed: 1897-06-05
Granted: 1897-08-14
Abstract: 13,865. McGregor, A. June 5. Harvesting - m a - chines.-Relates to detail improvements, some of which are especially adapted for machines having the driver's seat supported at the rear of the main frame as described in Specification No. 17,801, A.D. 1895. Fig. 1A shows a front elevation of the machine. The Specification d e - scribes means for supporting the various levers close to the driver's seat, and the arrangement of the main and elevator frames. These details, not shown in Fig. 1A, comprise the mounting in front of the driver of a horizontal spindle on which is arranged a vertical spindle with a cranked handle on its upper end, and with a cam on its lower end to operate the lever for throwing the main clutch into or out of gear, and a lever for tipping the cutting-apparatus up or down. This lever is connected by a link with a bell-crank lever i<2> pivoted on a shaft j pivoted in a bracket on the standard i<4> secured to the bracket a<8>, to which the draught-pole is hinged. The other end of the bell-crank lever is connected by a link to the draught-pole. The lever for adjusting the position of the binding-apparatus is also mounted on the horizontal spindle in front of the driver's seat. A frame k<4> is mounted on the shaft j and carries the reel frame k<5>, further supported by a rod k<8> from one end of a bell-crank lever k<7>. The frame k<4> and the lever k<7> are connected to a pair of levers, by means of which the position of the reel can be adjusted. The shaft l<7>, by means of which the reel is driven, is actuated by the train of gearing shown from a pinion l on the main cross-shaft of the machine. The compressor arm m is resiliently connected to a bracket m<2> having an arm with a roller which engages a spur on the hub of the needle n, so that the needle, when it is near the completion of its downward stroke, raises the compressor to the desired position. A spring latch is provided for maintaining the compressor in its raised position until the bound sheaf is about to be discharged. A guide for the cord is made in the spur on the hub of the needle. The Specification describes special means for tripping the binder. The wheel p<1> on the end of the knotter shaft is driven by a constantly-running pinion on a shaft p<3> driven from the packer-shaft q. The wheel p<1> is mutilated at one part, but carries at that part a movable segment p<4> having teeth arranged to gear with the driving-pinion. The segment p<4> is held in gear by a spring, but is forced out of gear by a movable cam r pivoted at r<1>. The cam r is provided with a recess into which a tooth on the segment p' falls and locks the wheel p<1> out of gear with its driving-pinion. The cam r is connected by a link r<2> to the cranked end of the spindle on which the trip arm t<7> is secured, and a sufficient movement of the arm t<7> causes the cam r to be moved out of engagement with the segment p<4>, which under the action of its spring flies into engagement with the driving-pinion and the binding-mechanism is started.
Patent GB-189717226-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Bicycles, Tricycles, and other Velocipedes and Motor Carriages.
Inventor: LAMPLUGH HENRY ARTHUR
Filed: 1897-07-21
Granted: 1898-06-04
Abstract: 17,226. Lamplugh, H. A. July 21. Motor road vehicles.-Relates to means for intercepting vibrations on bicycles, tricycles, and other velocipedes and motor carriages. The Figures show the application to a bicycle. In the form shown in Fig. 1, the wheel axle a is connected by links a<2> to the forks d. The pins f, which connect the forks and links, may be mounted in suitable ball bearings. Fig. 2 shows a modification, in which the hub c is mounted in ball bearings in a ring e which is connected by a pin f to the frame. The axle a has no bearing but passes through the wheel hub as shown.
Patent GB-189717519-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Coupling Devices for Railway Cars and Similar Vehicles.
Inventor: GIUSEPPE DIEGO TARDITI DI
Filed: 1897-07-26
Granted: 1898-02-26
Abstract: 17,519. Giuseppe, D. T. di, Giuseppe, V. V. di, and Galetto, T. July 26. Couplings, automatic. - When two cars come together, a pivoted hook a on one car engages with the link b on the other car, and the coupling is completed by screwing in the link b by the rod d and worm-wheel f until the buffers touch. To uncouple the cars, each link is loosened and its corresponding hook is then raised by turning a transverse rod l so that a loop m upon it engages with a projecting finger m<1> on the hook a. The coupling may be employed with ordinary couplings.
Patent GB-189718577-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Vegetable and Fruit Washing Device.
Inventor: HEINICKE FRIEDRICH BERNHARD
Filed: 1897-08-10
Granted: 1897-09-18
Abstract: 18,577. Heinicke, F. B. Aug. 10. Vegetables, washing. - The vegetables &c. are placed in a sieve or strainer such as that shown in Fig. 2, which is then placed in a vessel shown in Fig. 3 containing water. The apparatus is shaken by the handles b. Feet a are fitted on the sieve to allow for the accumulation of dirt, and the apparatus may be provided with a lid.
Patent GB-189719078-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Machine for Stretching Textile Fabrics.
Inventor: SLATER JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-08-18
Granted: 1898-06-04
Abstract: 19,078. Slater, J. W. Aug. 18. Stretching.-The fabric I is passed over the guide rollers Y, Z and between the metallic grooved stretching-rollers B, C. The roller B is mounted on adjustable bearings which can be lifted or lowered, through bevel gearing, by means of a hand-wheel at the top. The fabric is pressed to the roller B by endless weighted belts p.
Patent GB-189720729-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Cooking Apparatus.
Inventor: BAXTER WILLIAM EDWARDS
Filed: 1897-09-09
Granted: 1897-11-13
Abstract: 20,729. Baxter, W. E. Sept. 9. Portable cooking-stoves.-Cooking-apparatus for campers and for house use &c. comprises inter alia an oven and a stove, the latter being formed in detachable sections adapted to be stored within the oven for transport. Fig. 1 shows the apparatus in one position, and Fig. 11 in another. The stove B<1> is formed of plates at the sides and back which slide together or interlock. The front is formed by a hinged door Q. A perforated sliding piate forms the grate, and the stove may be used for wood, charcoal, gas, oil, &c. A sliding ashpan P may also be provided. The oven A is formed with a shell D<2> and inner casing G, the two being separated by suitable blocks or springs. Openings are formed in the bottom of the shell for the admission of the hot gases for the stove. The oven door H may be hinged at the bottom or side, and is provided with a pivoted bolt or catch, the handle of which also serves as a handle for carrying the appliance. Pivoted arms K, L are fitted within the oven to support pans or the like within. The chimney D' is formed with flanges or lugs to secure it to the shell when placed in position. The stove may be fitted with a lid S, Fig. 11, and the oven be placed at right-angles to make room for a cooking-utensil.
Patent GB-189800229-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means applicable for use in Visually Examining Submerged or other Bodies or Surfaces Difficult of Access.
Inventor: HAMMOND WALTER JOHN
Filed: 1898-01-04
Granted: 1898-11-26
Abstract: 229. Hammond, W. J. Jan. 4. Cameras. - The apparatus is for examining or photographing the bottom or sides of a ship or other surface difficult of access, and it consists essentially of a tube, with lengthening-sections, bent at required angles, and furnished with reflectors for turning the rays along the axis of the tube. A means is provided at one end for brilliantly illuminating the object, and an eye-piece is fitted at the other. The tube may be combined with a telescope, or may be fitted with lenses so as itself to constitute a telescope, or photographic apparatus may record the results of the examination. In the form shown in Fig. 1, the extensible tubes A, A<1> are at right-angles, a mirror C being fitted at the junction. At the end furthest from the eye-piece B is a glass-plate E protected by rollers G, G and surrounded by electric lamps D, D. A mirror F turns the light rays along the tube A<1>. To keep the plate and mirror clean, sliding wipers E<1>, F<1> are provided actuated by cords, differential pulleys, and a spring barrel. The outer face of the plate is cleansed by jets of water from a perforated tube.
Patent GB-189802583-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Game, and Apparatus for Playing same.
Inventor: BEARD WALTER JAMES
Filed: 1898-02-01
Granted: 1898-12-17
Abstract: 2583. Beard, W. J., and Everett, W. Feb. 1. Games imitating cricket, particularly suitable for playing indoors. The cricket 'field' a, shown in plan, is provided at one end with a pivoted inclined plane k down which the ball is rolled and from which the ball is delivered to a bat with which an opponent defends a wicket g. The fielders consist of boxes n which catch and retain the ball. Lines such as f marked on the cricket board determine the scoring. A single or double wicket game may be played.
Patent GB-189802600-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Jointing together the Tubular Frames of Bicycles.
Filed: 1898-02-01
Granted: 1898-11-26
Abstract: 2600. Metal Tube Jointing Co., [Palmiter, S.]. Feb. 1. Tube expanders.-Relates to apparatus for jointing together the tubular frames of bicycles. Three tube-expanding devices B, B, B' are pivoted upon the table A, Fig. 1, and are each provided with a tubular mandrel b driven by overhead shafting through a pulley b<1>. The mandrel carries the expander, which has rollers C arranged round the tapering end of a rod D, which passes through the mandrel. The rod is provided with a rack which is engaged by a pinion provided with a handle d for the advancement of the rod. A frame E, Fig. 3, generally of T-section, is placed upon the table and is provided with clamps F, Fig. 7, secured to the frame by bolts f, for the reception of the bicycle frame T. When the bicycle frame is clamped in position, the tubes are fixed in the lugs by means of the expanding-devices.
Patent GB-189803789-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pneumatic Tyres.
Inventor: CULVERWELL ALBERT
Filed: 1898-02-15
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 3789. Culverwell, A., and Price, H. Feb. 15. Tyres, pneumatic.-The outer cover A has, in addition to the ordinary canvas lining b, a narrower one c which is sewn or otherwise secured to the lining b along the middle d and edges e, e. Inflation of the inner air tube g closes up the spaces f between the two linings, and also secures the tyre to the rim. The lining b may be cut on the bias, and the edges may be stiffened.
Patent GB-189804079-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Decorative Surfaces.
Inventor: STEVENSON ARTHUR WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-02-18
Granted: 1898-12-17
Abstract: 4079. Stevenson, A. W. Feb. 18. Woodwork, ornamental.-Relates to the manufacture of decorative surfaces from veneers. A ground veneer which may or may not be perforated is glued on a strawboard foundation. Letters or designs cut out of another veneer are coated with glue and placed on the ground veneer. The combined sheet is then pressed under a hot plate till the letters &c. are pressed into the ground veneer. The whole sheet after having been pressed is rubbed over with sand paper.
Patent GB-189808932-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electrical Vibrators for Telegraphic and other Purposes.
Inventor: HARVEY THOMAS
Filed: 1898-04-18
Granted: 1899-03-04
Abstract: 8932. Harvey, T. April 18. Switches. - V i - brators for siphon recorders and other electrical i n s t r u - ments are. formed with a base A carrying an antisparking coil C surmounted by a magnet D. The base is also provided with a screwregulated slide E for carrying the vibrator rod K and the contact-shaft P. The rod K passes through clips, and is adjusted in length by a rubber or other pinion bearing against the part of the rod passing through the slide. A contact-spring is carried by the lower clip for the rod K. The contact-rod P is adjusted by a worm-wheel R and pinion so as to move backward and forward without rotating.
Patent GB-189809032-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Safety Oil-lamps.
Inventor: FRANK ALBERT
Filed: 1898-04-19
Granted: 1899-02-25
Abstract: 9032. Frank, A. April 19. Hand lamps; reflectors. - The invention consists of a hand lamp or lantern in which the wick is readily accessible for cleaning or lighting. A gallery d<1> supports the chimney gallery d, and also a glass shade f, on the top of which is the cup e. It is also connected to plates l which slide on supports b attached to the oil reservoir, and having pivoted to them at their upper end a handle. The handle can be fixed in a vertical position by a spring. To the plates l are pivoted at m two semi-cylindrical wire cages g, g<1>, which are bent over the cup e and are sprung into a depression therein in such a way that they can be readily detached from it and turned back on their pivots, thus enabling the cup, shade, and chimney to be removed. When in place, however, they serve to protect the shade, and to secure the cup and the gallery d<1> together. The cup has projections n sliding in slots in the supports b on the cup ; the gallery d<1> and the parts attached can thus be caused to slide up and down when it is required to reach the wick. The movement is derived from a lever h, h<1> the arms of which are at right-angles, and which has a catch a<11> for securing the parts in the closed position. When turned through a right-angle, the arm h<1> raises the gallery d' and its attached parts, and supports it when raised. A reflecting-screen may be attached to the wirework g.
Patent GB-189809416-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Oil and Gas Motors.
Inventor: TIMAR DAGOBERT
Filed: 1898-04-23
Granted: 1898-06-04
Abstract: 9416. Timar, D. April 23. Gas and e x p l o s i v ev a p o u r engines. - The engine works on a twostroke cycle. Products escape through the ports c, d at about half outstroke, and during the remainder of the outstroke air is drawn in through the valve h ; at the end of the stroke gas is also drawn in through the ports e, f, g. On the in-stroke the charge is compressed, and fired by the igniter l. In a modification, the gas, after passing through a port on the piston, is led by an external pipe to the back of the air valve.
Patent GB-189812711-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Lever Compensator for Working Distant Signals.
Inventor: GILLETT SAMUEL WALKEY
Filed: 1898-06-07
Granted: 1899-04-29
Abstract: 12,711. Gillett, S. W., [Lynde, F. G.]. June 7. Wire &c. compensators.-Relates to compensators for distant signal connections. The signal arm is connected through the link G &c., Fig. 6, to the chain pulley E on the signal post, the connection C from the operating-lever K, Fig. 1, terminating in a chain, which passes over the pulley E and is connected to the weight D. A second chain F is also connected to the pulley and to the weight. The lever K is provided with a weighted arm to counterbalance the weight D, and is moved by a handle through a half-circle to operate the signal. In a modification, the weighted lever K is operated by a pulley and band connection from a second weighted lever. During the movement of the signal, the chain C engages with the tooth or teeth E' on the pulley E, but, in its normal position, as shown, it is clear of these teeth and free to expand or contract, from variations in temperature, without affecting the signal. The movement of the pulley E is limited by a stop. Should the connection C break and the weight D fall, the weight acts through the chain F to put the signal to 'danger.'
Patent GB-189818358-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Automatic Glass Cutting or Grinding Machinery.
Inventor: IMRAY OLIVER
Filed: 1898-08-26
Granted: 1898-10-01
Abstract: 18,358. I m r a y , O., [Hubbuch, F. A.]. Aug. 26. Surfacing and polishing glass drinking-vessels. Improvements in the appar a t u s described in Specification No. 22,537, A.D. 1896. The apparatus is modified so as to produce glasses with flutings of different length, helical flutings, or scale facets. The modifications for producing the first effect are shown in Figs. 1, 4, and 5. The frame B, B', B<2>, holding the glass U, is reciprocated by a cam E on the shaft Q. The emery wheel S is carried on a lever A which can be lifted by a lever H, actuated by a cam e<1>, also on the shaft Q, but geared to rotate at one fourth the speed of the cam E. The cam e<1> has projections at unequal intervals, so as to lift the wheel S sooner or later away from the glass and produce longer or shorter flutings. In producing the helical flutings, the glass is given a slow rotation by the action of a templet during its motion under the wheel, and the step-by-step motion is provided for by allowing only a partial return. The scale facets are produced by the action of suitable cams, and the necessary relative displacement of one ring of facets relative to the next is provided for by giving the glass an extra turn through half the width of a facet at the end of each complete revolution.
Patent GB-189826280-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Bottle or Container for Oil or the like for Use by Anglers.
Inventor: CUMMINS CHARLES EDWARD
Filed: 1898-12-13
Granted: 1899-10-14
Abstract: 26,280. Cummins, C. E. Dec. 13. Lubricating- cans.- Relates to a bottle or container for oil &c., for use by anglers. The receptacle consists of a tube A closed at one end, and fitted at the other end with a socket B which is tapped to receive the screw closing-plug D. The extension b<1> of the socket B is fitted with a tube C, which serves to prevent leakage. A brush e, for applying the contents, is mounted on a tube or wire E fixed to the plug D. A washer F is interposed between the plug D and tube A, and the tube is provided with a loop G, to receive a string &c. for attaching the receptacle to a button or other convenient part of the person.
Patent GB-189902434-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Gulleys or Traps for Downspouts.
Filed: 1899-02-03
Granted: 1899-12-16
Abstract: 2434. Duckett & Son, J., and Duckett, J. Feb. 3. Gully traps.-The rectangular top stone B is made with a circular depending flange C which enters a socket D in the body of the trap A. The latter can thus be turned to any angle with the top. An opening E is fitted with a grating H. A rain-pipe enters at F.
Patent GB-189907275-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Packing for Stuffing Boxes, Flanges, and like purposes.
Inventor: KIRSCHNING HERMANN
Filed: 1899-04-06
Granted: 1899-07-08
Abstract: 7275. Kirschning, H., and Altschwager, F. April 6. Joint-making packing.-Relates to packing rings, ropes, and the like for stuffing-boxes, flange-joints, and the like. Two groups of asbestos threads b, c are wound in opposite directions round a serpentine wire core a, so as to bind one another mutually and to cover the wire entirely. The packing may be impregnated with a solution of caoutchouc or rubber after plaiting.
Patent GB-189912968-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Suspensory Device for Skirts and like Articles of Wearing Apparel.
Inventor: SCOTT MINNIE LOUISA
Filed: 1899-06-22
Granted: 1900-02-03
Abstract: 12,968. Scott, M. L. June 22. Hook fastenings.-Relates to an arrangement for suspending skirts &c. A plate 23, having points 22 with upset edges to prevent cutting, is sewn or riveted to a waist belt, the skirt being engaged by the points 22, and being firmly secured when the belt is tightened.
Patent GB-189913816-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Hand Shears for Cutting Sheet Metal and other analogous Hard Materials.
Inventor: THUILLIER GEORGES
Filed: 1899-07-04
Granted: 1900-05-05
Abstract: 13,816. Thuillier, G. July 4. Shears.-To facilitate cutting curves, the upper blade a is made narrow and curved and with a lenticular section set oblique to the lower blade b.