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Patent GB-189708887-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus and Appliances for Casting Metals.
Inventor: IMRAY OLIVER
Filed: 1897-04-07
Granted: 1897-09-04
Abstract: 8887. Imray, O., [Pennsylvania Salt Manufacturing Co.]. April 7. Casting.-Relates to ladles for dipping the metal from the furnace and pouring it into the moulds, and to tongs for removing the castings from the moulds and conveying them away. The ladle and tongs are mounted on trolleys 5<1> which run on rails on each side of the rows of moulds. The ladle is supported by a column 17 adjustable in height by ratchet mechanism and with seatings for the trunnions 22 on the collar 23 in which the handle 24 turns. The tongs, Fig. 4, may be similarly supported, or hung by a chain from a frame on the trolley. The furnace is so shaped that the trolley can get close to the opening to enable the ladle to penetrate as far as possible. The lines of rails past the moulds terminate in a line at right-angles with turntables at the junctions.
Patent GB-189711414-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gear for Converting Reciprocating Motion into Rotary in Engines and other Machines.
Inventor: BAKER WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-05-07
Granted: 1898-04-30
Abstract: 11,414. Baker, W., and Offen, G. C. May 7. Engines with mechanism other than simple connecting- rods transmitting motion to crank.- Consists of means for converting the reciprocating motion of pistons into rotary motion, especially applicable to the multiple - cylinder gas engine described in Specification No. 13,594, A.D. 1890, but also applicable to other engines and machines. The crossheads F attached to the piston-rods carry rollers B engaging with a cam-groove or path A. The latter is mounted on a disc G fast on the shaft to be rotated.
Patent GB-189713490-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines or Apparatus for the Manufacture of Cigarettes.
Filed: 1897-06-01
Granted: 1898-04-30
Abstract: 13,490. Wills, W. D. & H. O., [Bonsack Machine Co.]. June 1. Cigarette-making mac h i n s. - Relates to machines for preparing cigarette fillers to be subsequently rolled in wrappers by means of an apron in the wellknown manner. The tobacco is delivered from a feeding-device D of usual construction to a feed-belt F passing over the wheels G. It is compressed into a continuous filler rod of circular section by means of the belt F, upper belt H, and two successive p a i r s E, E of horizontal pressure-wheels. The rod now e n t e r s a setting or compressing channel K, shown more clearly in Fig. 7, through which it is foiced by the pins L carried by the endless chain M. Each link of the chain c a r r i e s a double-pronged spring- controlled pin which is pressed down into the channel L by the guide-plate 0, squared off at the further end so that the pins are withdrawn sharply from the filler rod. The filler rod is cut into sections of the required length to form one cigarette by a knife carried on the arm T, and the blade V then sweeps them into a channel, along which they are advanced by a plunger g actuated by the lever h. The bottom of the channel is swung aside at intervals, and the filler falls upon the apron of a wrapping-apparatus X of usual construction.
Patent GB-189716892-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Continuous Automatic Air Brakes for Railway Vehicles.
Filed: 1897-07-16
Granted: 1898-07-02
Abstract: 16,892. Soc. GÚnÚrale des Freins Lipkowski. Jan. 26, [date claimed under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Brakes, pneumatic. Fig. 1 shows a section through the brake cylinder and distributer, and Figs. 3 and 4 vertical sections through the distributer on parallel planes to a larger scale. The brake cylinder A, Fig. 2, is divided into two compartments, the 'reservoir' A' and the cylinder' A<2>. Within the latter there is a hollow space A<3>, termed a ' reducer,' which chamber is connected to the pistonrod c, is acted on by the spring f, and is integral with the piston g, while a fixed piston h works within the reducer. The reservoir A', the cylinder A<2>, and the reducer A<3> communicate by the ports a<1>, a', a<3> with the distributer B, and the brake is applied by exhausting the air from the reducer A<3>, whereupon the piston g is carried to the right and the air in the cylinder A<2> is forced to the reservoir A' through the valve c<1> on the flexible diaphragm c<2>. The distributer, Figs. 3 and 4, receives the three channels a', a<2>, a<3> into three ports of the valve face g<1>, which is provided with two other ports, one of which o<4> leads by the passage b<4> to the atmosphere, while the other o<5> opens into a passage l<5> leading to the train-pipe L. Two o superposed slide valves t, t' are carried on the valve face, and are operated by the rod T connected with the piston I. The rod T is subjected to the action of the springs u<1>, u<2>, u<3>, which have progressive resilience. The piston I carries a flexible diaphragm which divides the distributer into two chambers, the lower one of which is provided with an expanding or tension-relieving device for easing the brake apparatus. This device consists of two diaphragms k<1>, k<2> pressed down by the spring f on the valve l, which opens inwards. The space above the diaphragms is connected by the passage l<1> with the train-pipe L, the space between the diaphragms is connected by the channels l<2> and a<1> to the reservoir A<1>, and the space below the diaphragms is connected to the cylinder A' through the channels l<3>, a<2>. To apply the brakes, the pressure in the pipe L is reduced, whereupon the piston I descends, and, acting on the valves t, t<1>, first cuts off the air from the chamber above the piston, then connects the train-pipe L and the reducer A<3> to the atmosphere, and, finally, closes the passage of the train-pipe to the exhaust. A slight application of the brake is produced by a slight reduction of pressure, which causes the valve l to be raised and air to escape to a small extent from the cylinder A<2>. In a modified form of distributer, designed for use with brakes which are not fitted with air-reducers, the cap G<1> is replaced by an auxiliary reservoir.
Patent GB-189719382-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Inflatable Tubular Rings.
Inventor: WYNNE FRANK
Filed: 1897-08-21
Granted: 1898-01-29
Abstract: 19,382. Wynne, F. Aug. 21. Moulding india - rubber.-The Figures show the mode of manufacture of an inflatable ring 1, the diameter of which is increased by inflation, but is inextensible in the direction of the tube of which it is composed ; and is, among other things, specially applicable for securing an inflatable tyre upon a wheel rim. The tube 1 is made of elastic material, and is prevented from distension by a thread 4 of inelastic material. The two ends of the tube of which the ring is composed are united by a smaller rubber tube 2, or by means of a corrugated metal tube. The thread is most conveniently wound on the tube when supported by a collapsable mandrel, such as is shown in cross-section in Fig. 4. which can be removed by first withdrawing the rod 7. Two other forms of collapsable mandrels are shown. Previous to winding on the thread the tube is coated with rubber solution, and afterwards a thin layer 5 of vulcanized rubber, either in the form of a spiral ribbon or a sheet is added. In place of a spiral thread or ribbon, rings of inelastic material are sometimes used.
Patent GB-189728808-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Pillars or Legs of Metallic Bedsteads.
Inventor: PEYTON BERNARD RICHARD
Filed: 1897-12-06
Granted: 1898-11-05
Abstract: 28,808. Peyton, B. R. Dec. 6. Bedsteads.-To the legs a are secured collars b and tubes c slightly expanded at c<x>. The male parts C are inserted through the corner block e and into the pillar on which the corner block is cast or secured. Fig. 4 shows the arrangement used for an extended end. Instead of the bulge c, a spring c' or set-screw c<2> may be used to hold the legs in place.
Patent GB-189806187-A (GB)
Title: Improved Stopping and Locking Arrangement for Cage Hoists.
Inventor: GODDARD JAMES
Filed: 1898-03-14
Granted: 1899-02-25
Abstract: 6187. Goddard, J. March 14. Lifts.-Relates to automatic stopping and locking apparatus. The handing-rope in the cage passes through a hole C formed by a fixed jaw A<1> and a movable one A which slides on guides F. Extensions of the jaw A are fitted with rollers P which, when the lever B is lowered to put the locking-apparatus in action, are forced by a spring M to bear up against a plate N fixed in the well. Opposite to each door a break occurs in the continuity of the plate N, which enables the springs M to force the jaw A against the one A<1> and thus jam the handing-rope in the hole C, from which it may be liberated by raising the lever B.
Patent GB-189807121-A (GB)
Title: Improved Sifter.
Inventor: SCHWABENLAND CARL
Filed: 1898-03-24
Granted: 1898-05-28
Abstract: 7121. Schwabenland, C. March 24. Sifting.-In sifters consisting of perforated metal plates sliding in grooved wooden frames, excessive wear of the grooves, due to the removal and replacing of the plates, is avoided by making the grooves partly or wholly in metal. Fig. 3 shows an arrangement in which the sifter plate a is let in between a metal plate c and the wooden frame b. Figs. 4, 5, and 6 show various ways of forming the grooves in or between metal bars.
Patent GB-189808659-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Velocipedes and similar Light Vehicles.
Inventor: TAYLOR PERCYVALE
Filed: 1898-04-13
Granted: 1899-02-11
Abstract: 8659. Taylor, P. April 13. Velocipede bells. -The bell d is provided with a projection a which forms a support when the bicycle &c. is inverted for cleaning and the like.
Patent GB-189811892-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Appratus for Feeding Ore and other Pulverulent Materials to Pulverizing and other Machines.
Inventor: LACY BENJAMIN THOMAS
Filed: 1898-05-25
Granted: 1898-09-03
Abstract: 11,892. Lacy, B. T. May 25. Feeding - devices for ore stamps &c. Below the hopper 32 is placed, on an inclined spindle 2, a disc 3 of the section shown, which i s intermittently rotated. The hopper mouth is opposite the descending side of the disc; it is provided with an adjustable door 35 and with a curved guard 36 extending along the edge of the disc. A scraper 37 is provided to throw the stuff off the disc. The disc is operated by bevel gearing and a horizontal shaft 6 from a friction disc 9 which works in the fork end of an arm 11 loosely mounted on the said shaft 6 and fitted with nipping-rollers 13. Above the arm 11, and also mounted upon the shaft 6, is a guard 10 which is yieldingly pressed against the arm and holds down the rollers 13. The arm is drawn down by a spring 21 ; it receives from the rod 27 and a system of levers an adjustable intermittent upward pull, which by the jamming of the rollers is imparted to the friction disc.
Patent GB-189812467-A (GB)
Title: Improvements applicable to the Tyres of Bicycles and other Road Vehicles.
Inventor: TODD JOHN
Filed: 1898-06-03
Granted: 1898-07-23
Abstract: 12,467. Todd, J., and Felce, B. June 3. Tyres, pneumatic.-Within a tyre cover A arc placed a series of inflated rubber balls B or air chambers of other shape. The form of cover shown is provided at its edges with lace eyelets D.
Patent GB-189822130-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Railways and Tramways on a Sectional Conductor System.
Inventor: HEYS WILLIAM GEORGE
Filed: 1898-10-21
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 22,130. Heys, W. G., [Heilmann, J. J.]. Oct. 21. Electric railways and tramways on a sectional conductor system with each section supplied by separate generators. In the form shown, three-phase motors T are supplied from main conductors P, and drive generators D and exciters G on each section, which may correspond with a block section. The generators D supply current through insulated sectional conductors r to the vehicle motors, and a second set of insulated sectional conductors t is used in conjunction with a second collector p and a switch C on the vehicle, to complete the circuit between the exciters G and the field coils of the generators D. Resistances are placed between the sections of the conductor t, and insulated pieces between sections of the conductor r. Continuous or other current motors, or motors other than electric motors, can be used to drive the generators D, which may be arranged to supply continuous or other currents.
Patent GB-189823376-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Hoists.
Inventor: BUZZARD JAMES
Filed: 1898-11-07
Granted: 1899-11-07
Abstract: 23,376. Buzzard, J. Nov. 7. Hoists.-The lifting-rope E with a hook at each end is wound two or three times around a drum A operated by a hand - rope pulley B. The frame C is made portable.
Patent GB-189901331-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Discharge of the Spiral Conduits or Coils in Carburetting Apparatus.
Inventor: VRIESLAND ADOLPHE ISIDORE VAN
Filed: 1899-01-19
Granted: 1899-11-11
Abstract: 1331. Vriesland, A. I. van. Jan. 19. Coiled-tube type.- Relates to improvem e n t s in apparatus described in Specification No. 16,907, A.D. 1897. The hollow hub into which the radial ends c' of the coiled pipes c lead is subdivided by partitions a into a number of chambers b, corresponding to the number of pipes c<1>. The partitions a are perforated so that the gases can mix, but the unevaporated hydrocarbon is separately discharged from each chamber.
Patent GB-189902830-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Portable Fire-escape.
Inventor: DIXON JOHN GEORGE
Filed: 1899-02-08
Granted: 1900-02-08
Abstract: 2830. Dixon, J. G. Feb. 8. Fire-escapes.-Relates to a lowering-apparatus for lowering persons and goods from the upper storeys of houses. A rope R is stretched between an anchor Z on the ground and a winding-drum M fixed to a bedpost Y or otherwise, near a window. A loop G on the frame A, to which the body is attached, slides on the rope R. The rate of descent is regulated by a rope Q which is fixed to the bedpost Y at one end, and wound on a friction drum in the frame A at the other end. The friction can be regulated by the screw C.
Patent GB-189903209-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Screws and the like, and in Turascrews therefor.
Inventor: BARKER JOHN HENRY
Filed: 1899-02-13
Granted: 1900-01-20
Abstract: 3209. Barker, J. H. Feb. 13. Nails; woods c r e w s ; bolts.- The object is to keep screws, especially t h o s e used for connecting electric conductors, in contact with the screwdriver as they are being removed, so that there is no risk of dropping them. The nick a is enlarged at the bottom to dovetail form, or to the cylindrical form shown at b in Figs. 1, 2, 3, and 4. The end of the screwdriver is correspondingly enlarged, so that it can ouly be inserted sideways.
Patent GB-189905631-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Saturators for Ammonium Sulphate, Dye Vats, Tanks, Baths, and similar Receptacles for Acids.
Inventor: ROWLETT FRANK HIGGINSON
Filed: 1899-03-15
Granted: 1899-05-06
Abstract: 5631. Rowlett, F. H. March 15. Ammonium sulphate; a c i d s. - Ammonium - sul - p h a t e saturators, tanks, baths, and similar receptacles for containing acids are formed in sections of a combination of lead and another metal, such as iron, in such a manner that any section can be easily removed for repairs, or the tank may be made larger or smaller at will. The outer plates A are of iron, and the inner B of lead. The edges are turned outwards, as shown, and firmly secured together by bolts C, the interstice between each pair of plates being filled with lead D, which is burnt in. The usual strengthening- webs E are used.
Patent GB-189907378-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Card or Sliver Cans.
Inventor: HARGREAVES ROBERT
Filed: 1899-04-08
Granted: 1899-11-18
Abstract: 7378. Hargreaves, R., and Hargreaves, G. W. April 8. Milk cans.-The can is provided with a false bottom 3, which is pressed outwards by a spring 8 between it and the true bottom 2 of the can, and is prevented from falling away by a wired ring 7 on the lower edge of a strengthening - b a n d 6 soldered to the body of the can.
Patent GB-189910833-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Suspending Curtains.
Inventor: SCHULTZ ROBERT
Filed: 1899-05-24
Granted: 1899-07-15
Abstract: 10,833. Schultz, R. May 24. Curtains, drawing and suspending.-A clip b is connected by means of screws through holes in the cross-piece b<2> and in the main shank to a curtain rod &c., and the curtain is inserted beneath the spring prong b<1>. Figs. 7 and 8 show a modification, in which the two-pronged clip can slide on a rod a. In Figs. 4 and 5 the cross-piece b<5> is separate ; it may be extended as shown in Fig. 6, so that the clips b can slide. For heavy curtains, a cord c is fixed to the edge of the curtain, and a loop is passed over the prong b<1> as shown in Figs. 9 and 10.
Patent GB-189911797-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Devices for Affixing Stamps to Envelopes and the like.
Inventor: SESINGER CHARLES FRANKLIN
Filed: 1899-06-06
Granted: 1899-07-22
Abstract: 11,797. Sesinger, C. F., and Thorn, J. W. June 6. Damping and affixing stamps.-The stamps are contained in the box N mounted loose on the head P of the spring plunger F which is guided in the standard D by a crosshead G. The box is pressed down on to the plunger head P by a spring Q, and it is made so as to be removable for refilling, being held in place by a catch W and lugs V, U. The base A is hollow to contain fluid, and is provided with stops and fingers T for holding the envelope &c. A damping-pad L is mounted on the arms K, which are moved forward when the plunger descends by pins on the crosshead G so as to carry the pad from the sponge C<1> over the envelope. Springs Y return the arms K.
Patent GB-189918226-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Steam, Water, and other Valves.
Inventor: GILMOUR JAMES DICK
Filed: 1899-09-09
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 18,226. Gilmour, J. D. Sept. 9. Drawings to Specification. Alloys; amalgamating.-An alloy consisting of 95 parts of lead, 3 antimony, and 1 tin, or 75 lead, 15 antimony, and 10 tin is employed to form the wearing-face of screw-down or other valves. It is stated in the Provisional Specification that an amalgam of soft metals may also be employed for the same purpose.
Patent GB-189920078-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Knitted Clothing.
Filed: 1899-10-06
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 20,078. Wilkin, E. E., and Hine, Parker, & Co. Oct. 6. Jerseys, sweaters, and like knitted garments are provided with a flap C which may be fastened on to buttons E so as to close the opening A<1> between the front ends of the collar B, and also to aid in keeping the collar in shape.
Patent GB-190003354-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Toy.
Inventor: WALLER THOMAS NAUNTON
Filed: 1900-02-20
Granted: 1901-02-01
Abstract: 3354. Waller, T. N. Feb. 20. Diving t o y s .- The two parts c, d of the figure are pivoted on the spindle e and connected by the spring r. By depressing the rod m the figure is bent into the position shown in dotted lines, and the finger o moves the spring plate j, releasing the lever m', which is pulled round by the spring k so that the bent arm carries the figure into the tank a. The feet of the figure are held in position on the platform by stops p. The toy may be made with more than one figure,
Patent GB-190003973-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Stop Valve.
Inventor: KUHLEWIND CORNELIUS
Filed: 1900-03-01
Granted: 1900-04-07
Abstract: 3973. Kuhlewind, C. March 1. Lift valves.-A valve for controlling the flow of gases and liquids is shown in the Figures. The supply pipe 5 opens into a chamber formed inside the casings 2, 3. A hollow plug 6 has holes which correspond to the ends of ports 8. The valve disc 10 is worked by a pivoted handle 20 and closes the lower ends of the ports 8, the upper openings to which are closed by bundles of flexible metal plates 12 carried by a head 11 on the valve disc. On withdrawing the valve disc, the fluid passes the flexible metal plates into the ports 8, and then passes the valve disc into the outlet port 27. Leakage is prevented by packing-discs 13 and 15.
Patent GB-190007640-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Car Trucks.
Filed: 1900-04-25
Granted: 1901-03-02
Abstract: 7640. Hurst, Nelson, & Co., Drynan, D., and Fulton, A. R. April 25. Axle-trucks or under-carriages.-Each of the side frames comprises double cantilevers or diamonds A, A', the top member A<3> of which is formed of a continuous bar of iron or steel, and the bottom member A<4> is built up and attached to the horn-plates E in the manner shown. The load is carried down by the plate B and springs C to the frames A, A<1>, while ordinary springs D further transmit the load to the axles and wheels.
Patent GB-190008940-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Brakes for Cycles.
Inventor: BANTON JAMES
Filed: 1900-05-15
Granted: 1900-06-16
Abstract: 8940. Banton, J. May 15. Brakes.-Relates to rear wheel rim brakes and brake locking- apparatus. Levers f, Fig. 2, pivoted at g to a horse-shoe shaped frame fixed by clips m on the upper rear stays of a bicycle &c. carry brake shoes e arranged to act on the wheel rim. A cam h, operated through a wire connected to an arm i, is pivoted on the horse-shoe shaped frame, and serves to force the upper ends of the levers apart, against the action of a spring k, so as to apply the brake. The actuating-wire passes over a pulley under the saddle to a lever c, Fig. 4, mounted on the frame near the head. The lever c works on a toothed segment p, and is provided with a spring rod q engaging the teeth r so as to lock the brake. In a modification, the segment p is formed with ratchet teeth, and the lever c carries a spring pawl.
Patent GB-190010800-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Waterproofing of Fabrics, Tissues and the like.
Inventor: SERKOWSKI STANISLAS
Filed: 1900-06-13
Granted: 1900-08-25
Abstract: 10,800. Serkowski, S. June 13. Coated fabrics -The fabric is first treated with a mixture of benzol, talc, and lanolin. Powdered talc is then sprinkled on the surface, and the material is subjected to pressure. Finally, the fabric is coated with a solution of gutta-percha or of balata in benzol, and, after drying, again strongly pressed. The talc renders the fabric incombustible, or at any rate less inflammable than it would otherwise be.
Patent GB-190010836-A (GB)
Title: Machine for Cutting Fabrics into Predetermined Lengths.
Inventor: BENDER HORACE GREELEY
Filed: 1900-06-14
Granted: 1900-10-27
Abstract: 10,836. Bender, H. G. June 14. Clutches; friction ratchets.- The feedroller of a machine for cutting fabrics into lengths is driven intermittently forwards by a clutch, which h connects it with a toothed wheel J reciprocated by an oscillating too the d segment. The wheel J is attached to the collar N carrying the pawls m, and the spindle L of the feed-roller carries the wheel M having a flange m<1> with a V-shaped groove. Springs n, attached to the projections n<2> of the collar N, hold the pawls m against the flange m<1>, so that they grip it directly the wheel J moves forwards.
Patent GB-190011457-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Engine Governors.
Inventor: HEPBURN GEORGE
Filed: 1900-06-25
Granted: 1901-05-04
Abstract: 11,457. Hepburn, G., Taylor, J., and Evans, D. H. June 25. Stop gear.-Relates to inertia governor or stop mechanism of the kind described in Specification No. 3865, A.D. 1900, by which the motive fluid is automatically cut off if the engine begins to race, or in the event of a breakdown of the machinery itself. Fig. 1 shows a side elevation, and Fig. 2 an end elevation in part. The engine controlling- valve 6 can be suddenly closed by the weight 5<a> on the withdrawal of the sliding trigger 7 by the bell-crank lever 8, a spring 17 being provided to receive the impact of the weight. The lever 8 is operated by an eccentric 10, whenever the engine begins to race, the adjustment of the eccentric being effected by the inertia device. This consists of a weight 1 pivoted on a lever 3 reciprocated by the engine and retaining a pawl 2 pivoted on the same lever. When the limit of engine speed is exceeded, the weight 1 thrusts out the pawl 2, and causes it to act on the lever 4, which is connected to the eccentric. A stop 16 is provided for limiting the movement of the lever 4. In a modification, the pawl 2 acts first on a locking-lever by which the lever 4 is held, so that it cannot be actuated accidentally.