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Patent GB-191012297-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Gas Meters.
Inventor: WRIGHT ALFRED CECIL
IPC: G01F3/30
Filed: 1910-05-19
Granted: 1911-02-09
Abstract: 12,297. Wright, A. C., and Hansford, J. May 19. Gas meters.-The side plates b of the drum of a wet gas-meter are formed with concentricallv or similarly arranged grooves, channels, or corrugations, which ensure a free passage for the gas from the inside to the outside of the drum. Strut pieces c are arranged between the overlapping portions of the side plates to prevent collapse. The inlet valve e is controlled by a float, preferably an open-bottomed chamber f, and the water-inlet tube i is provided with a non-return valve g. Access to the float valve m in the surplus-water chamber is prevented by a cup-like part n. A mercury seal for the spindle is formed by an open-bottomed inner tube r surrounding the spindle dipping into mercury contained in an outer tube q, which is open at the top to the gas.
Patent GB-191017366-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Ticket Printing and Issuing Machines.
Inventor: JUNG ALFRED JAMES
Filed: 1910-07-21
Granted: 1911-07-21
Abstract: 17,366. Jung, A. J. July 21. Feeding sheets; delivery apparatus. - In ticket-printing machines the single tickets X, fed by hand, are directed between the reciprocating printing-surface A and the impression roller B by guides Y, and are delivered through guides Z.
Patent GB-191018119-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sighting-levels.
IPC: G01C9/32
Filed: 1910-07-30
Granted: 1911-01-19
Abstract: 18,119. Zeiss, C., [Firm of]. Aug. 23,1909, [Convention date]. Sighting-levels.-Relates to instruments of the kind in which a reversible spirit level is employed, and the spirit-level error is eliminated by taking a second reading with the ends of the spirit level reversed. Instead of the spirit'level a being detachably secured to the sighting-telescope, it is fixed thereto, and the telescope is of the type which can be used in either direction. For this purpose, the eyepiece g is adapted to slide on to either end.
Patent GB-191021112-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Construction of Gyroscope Wheel.
Inventor: RUTT ALFRED
IPC: G01C19/00
Filed: 1910-09-10
Granted: 1911-05-04
Abstract: 21,112. Rutt, A. Sept. 10. Gyroscopic apparatus. - A gyroscope wheel a has a centrally - disposed gimbal so that the rim of the wheel is entirely free. The gimbal is adjustably secured in the rim of t h e wheel as shown.
Patent GB-191021882-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Manufacture of Metallic Pens.
Inventor: HUGHES HORACE RODERIC
IPC: B21D53/76
Filed: 1910-09-21
Granted: 1911-05-18
Abstract: 21,882. Hughes, H. R. Sept. 21. Pen nibs, grinding.-In the manufacture of pen nibs, the strip of sheet metal from which the nib blanks are to be pressed is subjected to a grinding process along the portion adjacent to or from which the points of the pens are obtained. The strip of metal d is passed between rollers c, c<2> which hold it in contact with grinding-wheels a one of which may be coarse and the other fine.
Patent GB-191028996-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Walls.
Inventor: THOMSON ROBERT
IPC: E04B2/86
Filed: 1910-12-14
Granted: 1911-11-23
Abstract: 28,996. Thomson, R., and Thomson, W. A. Dec. 14. Slabs; facing-slabs.-Slab walls with concrete filling are formed of concrete slabs having bars C embedded therein and with the ends projecting to bind with the filling. The slabs may be faced with granite, marble, or tile facings.
Patent GB-191029942-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Machines for Forming Insoles.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
IPC: A43D43/02
Filed: 1910-12-23
Granted: 1912-03-25
Abstract: 29,942. Boult, A. J., [United Shoe Machinery Co.]. Dec. 23. Sewing-machines; feed by dog; finger - guards; presserfeet.-Relates to machines for securing together the flaps of insoles such as are described in Specification 25,730/06, [Class 17, Boots &c.], and consists in improved means for supporting and feeding the insoles in proper relationship to the securing - mechanism. The invention is described as embodied in a Wilcox and Gibbs sewing- machine. A small worksupport 26 has its front edge slightly in advance of the needle path, and supports the edge flap of the insole. The channel flap is pressed upon by a curved foot 18 bevelled at the rear and underneath, Fig. 5, to form a rib 48, which forces the flap into position and engages in the shoulder at the base of the flap. Attached to the work-support mounting 25 is a finger-guard 28 having a depending front plate 30 to act as a guide for the feather of the insole, and a rib 50 to enter the shoulder at the base of the edge flap. To maintain the flaps in position, a roll 32 is carried on the outside of the work, by a spring-pressed bell-crank lever 34 connected to the treadle-chain 42. The roll is mounted on an oblique axis to allow the upper part of the insole to clear the working-parts. A presserfoot lifting - lever 44, extending beneath a shoulder 46, is adjustably connected to the treadle connexions. The feed-dog 10 consists of a thin blade adapted to engage the base of the flap, covered by a pivoted feed-bar 12 operated by a crank working in a slot 16. An adjustable stop 52 on the presser-bar 20 prevents engagement of the feed-dog and the presser-foot when the machine is running without work.
Patent GB-191100713-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Cases for Thermometers.
IPC: G01K1/08
Filed: 1911-01-10
Granted: 1911-06-21
Abstract: 713. Short & Mason, [Taylor Instrument Co.]. Jan. 10. Thermometers.- A case for a thermometer contains two vertical resilient strips 4 projecting from the upper end of the casing and having a circular cross - section to correspond with the surface of the thermometer. These strips are joined by the base 5 and are brought together at the top 6 and lipped or flared at 7 to facilitate insertion of the thermometer. A spiral spring 8 is arranged between the strips 4 so as to embrace the piece 5 and to be supported against the base of the casing. The bulb of the thermometer passes into this spring so that the swelled part 9 of the stem rests on the spring. The cap 2 when placed in position presses against the top of the thermometer and so causes a small compression of the spring.
Patent GB-191101734-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Packing for Stuffing-boxes and the like, and Process of Producing same.
Inventor: TELLER BERNHARD
IPC: F16J15/22
Filed: 1911-01-23
Granted: 1911-11-23
Abstract: 1734. Teller, B., and Kasper, J. Jan. 23. Packing, non-metallic. - 15 to 20 parts by weight of burnt and powdered talc are added to a molten alloy consisting of 200 parts by weight of lead, 20 to 30 parts of tin, and 15 to 25 parts of zinc, and the mixture is stirred until it falls into powder on cooling. This powder is mixed with 10 to 15 parts by weight of copper powder, 30 to 40 parts of asbestos powder, 15 to 20 parts of graphite powder, 10 to 15 parts of minium, 4 to 6 parts of lac, 7 to 10 parts of varnish, and 3 to 6 parts of mineral or vegetable oil. The packing is preferably formed into annular or cylindrical pieces with coned ends fitting into one another, and thin plates of copper, brass or the like may be introduced between the adjacent packing pieces.
Patent GB-191103238-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Electric Lighting Systems Intended more particularly for Railway Carriages and similar Vehicles.
IPC: H02J7/34
Filed: 1911-02-08
Granted: 1912-02-08
Abstract: 3238. Electric and Ordnance Accessories Co., Langley, E. H. M., and Price, E. W. Feb. 8. Electro-magnetic switches.-The arm H of a change-over switch operated by an electro-magnetic main switch F, F<2> is connected to a notched plate L alongside which is pivoted a spring- controlled notched plate M. Normally, the notches of the plates L, M only partly coincide. In the position shown, when the winding F of the main switch is energized the pawl J first engages the notch in the plate M and moves it against the action of the spring N until it engages a notch in the plate L, a further movement of the pawl operating the arm H, the pawl K riding over the plates L, M as the notches on that side are out of coincidence. In the modification shown in Fig. 4, the correct engagement of the pawls J, K is effected by means of cams J<2>, K<2> and pins J<1>, K<1> carried by the pawls.
Patent GB-191103691-A (GB)
Title: A New Spring Tyre for Vehicle Wheels.
Inventor: OWRAM ALFRED
IPC: B60B9/04
Filed: 1911-02-14
Granted: 1911-06-21
Abstract: 3691. Owram, A. Feb. 14. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Metallic spring bodies and cores.-A flexible metallic rim B is supported upon the crests of bow springs C arranged in two or more series circumferentially displaced. The ends of the springs in each series overlap, and are held free to slide under the strips D secured to the fixed rim. The springs are secured to'the outer rim by clips F which serve also to secure indiarubber or leather tread-blocks E strengthened by wire insertions I.
Patent GB-191118470-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tyres and Jackets or Protectors therefor.
Inventor: MORTIER GEORGES ALBERT
IPC: B60C19/12
Filed: 1911-08-16
Granted: 1912-08-15
Abstract: 18,470. Mortier, G. A. Aug. 16. Jackets and covers; tread bands, projections, and surfaces.-A tyre cover or tread band comprises interwoven leather or other strips 1, 3, which are secured together at their ends by rivets or the like 2, and at the centre by rows of rivets or the like 4. The strips are preferably tapered at the ends to allow the cover or band to fit the tyre. The edges of the cover or band may be provided with beads or the like for securing it to the rim.
Patent GB-191122460-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Feed Roller for Postage Stamp Printing Machines.
Inventor: OEHRING OSCAR
IPC: B65H27/00
Filed: 1911-10-11
Granted: 1912-01-11
Abstract: 22,460. Oehring, O. Oct, 11. Set-off, preventing.-A feed-roller b for feeding the web a in a machine for printing postage stamps is provided with flanges c for engaging the web along the spaces d between the stamps, to avoid smearing the impressions.
Patent GB-191124526-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Flying Machines.
Inventor: PIERRE URBAIN LOUBERY
IPC: B64C39/00
Filed: 1911-11-04
Abstract: 24,526. Loubery, P. U. Nov. 5, 1910, [Convention date]. Void. [Published under Section 91 of the Act.] Paddle-wheels.-Submarine boats are propelled by rotary paddle-wheels mounted at each end of a transverse shaft s, which is provided with a plate 7 supporting the radial shafts u, x of the paddle blades w, v. The shafts u, x are provided with blocks and rollers z acted on, to feather the blades, by an adjustable cam 2 arranged in a plane parallel to the plane containing the radial shafts.
Patent GB-191201056-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Shift Mechanism for Type-writers.
Inventor: MAYER FRITZ
IPC: B41J25/08
Filed: 1912-01-13
Granted: 1912-12-05
Abstract: 1056. Mayer, F. Jan. 13. Carriage-shift mechanism.-The carriage is provided with a single or multiple shift and is locked in the elevated position on depression of the shift-key by stop mechanism, which directly supports the carriage in the shift position, but is released just before the typebar reaches the platen. When a single shift only is used, the rail s, Fig. 6, on which the carriage runs is provided with a projection a adapted, when the carriage is elevated, to engage with a spring-held stop-bar b. When any typebar is struck, the universal bar c is actuated and displaces the stop-bar b just before the type strikes the platen. When a double shift is used, it is necessary to provide means to prevent the carriage from engaging in the intermediate position on its descent from the upper position. In the form shown in Fig. 5, this is done by placing the notches d, f adapted to hold the carriage in the upper and intermediate positions respectively, on separate stop-bars b<1>, b, and providing a projection e, on the stop-bar b to hold its notch f out of the way of the descending carriage. In the modification shown in Fig. 8, the projection e is placed between the two notches which are arranged on one stopbar. In order to put the stop-bar or bars out of action when typing small letters only, the projection a is adapted to hold the stop-bar or bars out of reach of the universal bar.
Patent GB-191201497-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Centrifugal Compressors.
IPC: F04D27/02
Filed: 1912-01-18
Granted: 1912-10-24
Abstract: 1497. British Thomson-Houston Co., [General Electric Co.]. Jan. 18. Regulating. - In a centrifugal compressor in which the driving-motor regulator is responsive to the changes in the rate of flow, as described in Specification 22,447/08, [Class 8, Air and gases, Compressing &c.], means are provided for modifying the regulator so as to change the output of the compressor over a wide range. The regulating-float 7 in the compressor intake rocks a beam pivoted at 10 and so controls the valves of the driving-turbine by levers 12, 4, a rod 13, and a cam shaft 3. The beam has a balance-weight 18 and a dash-pot 16, and the output to be given by the compressor is determined by positioning a sliding weight 19 on the graduated beam 9.
Patent GB-191204109-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Vehicle Wheels.
Inventor: GALVIN CARROLL DUNHAM
IPC: B60B9/22
Filed: 1912-02-19
Granted: 1912-08-01
Abstract: 4109. Galvin, C. D. Feb. 19. Spring wheels with continuous outer rigid ring and pneumatic cushions.-The pneumatic cushion consists of a rubbered canvas tube 21, Fig. 2, separated by a layer of rubber from two side covers 8 to which it is vulcanized. The covers are formed with thick diverging edges secured to the sides of a wedge-shaped inner felloe by curved thrust-plates 43 which extend beyond the inner periphery of the outer felloe. Plates 59 secure the outer edges of the cover similarly to a wedge-shaped part of the outer felloe, which is formed in its sides with annular recesses and is of T-section with smoothly-curved surfaces 49 approximately concentric to the surface formed by the plates 43 and inner felloe. The tube fits around the felloe and is formed with a peripheral joint 28 lying in a groove. In the form shown in Fig. 5, concentric opposite parts of the cushion are connected by rivets 32 so that two annular cushions are formed connected by transverse passages 33.
Patent GB-191205689-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means and Apparatus for Opening and Closing the Windows of Carriages and the like.
Inventor: WEST CLIFTON
IPC: E05F11/38
Filed: 1912-03-06
Granted: 1912-06-20
Abstract: 5689. West, C. March 6. Vehicle windows; vehicle-window opening and closing apparatus.-Sliding sashes are raised and lowered by a cord &c. connecting the sash to a winding-drum operated by a rotary handle, the axis of which is capable of longitudinal movement for holding the sash in any position and for operating a clamping- bar which prevents rattling of the sash. The winding-drum t, which may be provided with a counterbalancing-spring 5, is carried on a spindle s, which is geared by toothed wheels r, q to a spindle c carrying a lever m and handle b, the handle end of the lever engaging gaps p in a ring o, and a pin 3 on the other end working on the part n<x> of the plate n. The spindle c carries a pin h bearing against a plate i, which is pressed towards the sash a by a spring j and also engages pins d on a crossbar x connecting bars y pivoted at their upper end z to the fixed framing. When the handle is pulled in the direction of the arrow, Fig. 3, the clamping-bar x is released from the pressure of the spring and the lever m is withdrawn from the gaps p so that the spindle c is free to rotate. In order that the sash may be raised above the winding-apparatus, the cord u may pass over a pulley 2 as shown in Fig. 5. In a modification, the ends of the cord u may be attached to a pair of winding-drums geared together, the central portion of the cord passing under a pulley on the sash.
Patent GB-191209223-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Gas Stoves.
Inventor: WILSON HENRY FORRINGTON
IPC: F24C3/08
Filed: 1912-04-19
Granted: 1913-02-20
Abstract: 9223. Wilson, H. F. April 19. Gas stoves.-The burners are tilted forward for lighting by the opening of the door or by the action of a lever, the connexion being such that the burner may be readily removed for cleaning &c. A fitting G on the door or lever D has a curved slot G' forming a hook engaging a pin F<1> on a finger F carried by the burner B which pulls the burner forward. The pin F' slides down a portion G<2> of the fitting G which pushes the burner into position again on closing the door &c. The displacing and restoring members of the fitting G may form separate fittings. The burners may have steatite or porcelain tips, and may have separate mixing tubes and be rigidly mounted on a rotating supply pipe or be rotatably mounted on a fixed supply pipe, or have a common rotating mixing- tube. The gas stove may have silica or like flame tubes which may be filled with spirals or silica or other heat-radiating material.
Patent GB-191209423-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for Warning a Ship of its Approach to Large Objects in a Fog.
Inventor: RICHARDSON LEWIS FRY
IPC: G01S15/04
Filed: 1912-04-20
Granted: 1913-03-06
Abstract: 9423. Richardson, L. F. April 20. Reflectors, sound.-A device for producing a beam of sound comprises sources of sound of high frequency enclosed in a paraboloidal reflector, which may be provided with a cylindrical hood fixed to its edge; the reflector may deviate slightly from a paraboloid to compensate for the distortion produced by the stream-line motion when it is advancing through the air.
Patent GB-191209836-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Apparatus for Holding and Automatically Winding Charts, Drawings, Plans and so forth.
Inventor: MUNGENAST JOHANNES
IPC: A47B97/02
Filed: 1912-04-25
Granted: 1912-08-29
Abstract: 9836. Mungenast, J. April 25. Maps, charts, and diagrams.-An apparatus for holding and automatically winding - up charts, drawings, plans, maps, &c. consists of a frame 1 carrying spring rollers 4 on which the charts &c. are mounted, the sides 2, 3 of the frame being set back at one or more places to accommodate rollers of different lengths. The frame is attached to a wall or to a portable stand, and is provided with a hinged lath 14 to retain the lower bars 10 of the charts and prevent overwinding.
Patent GB-191211343-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Windows and the like.
Inventor: LONGHI VINCENZO
IPC: E06B7/084
Filed: 1912-05-13
Granted: 1913-01-09
Abstract: 11,343. Longhi, V. May 13. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Vehicle windows; louver windows; ventilator opening and closing apparatus;ventilating- doors.-Relates to ventilating windows or doors comprising a number of glass or other louvers pivotally mounted in the window frame or door. According to the present invention, the louvers 10 are adjusted by a sliding rod 5 carrying springs 4 engaging springs 3 which are mounted on the louvers and tend to keep them open. The rod 5 is operated by a cord 11 connected to the adjusting device shown in Fig. 9, which is mounted in any suitable position within the room, and consists of a hand-lever 15 pivoted at 14 and carrying at its other end a pin which engages holes 17 in the fixing-plate 13. The cord 11 may be attached to either of the holes 18 in the lever, and two sets of louvers may be simultaneously operated by using a double-armed lever in place of the lever 15, the two operating-cords being attached to the lever on opposite sides of the pivot. The other end of the cord 11 is attached to a bar 8 secured to a lug on the sliding bar 5, sliding in a fixed lug 7, and pressed down by a curved spring 9. The lower and upper edges of adjacent louvers are connected by gauze to exclude dust Ac., and flaps 21 pivoted on the outside of the frame swing up and close the spaces between adjacent louvers when there is a strong wind. The lower edges of the louvers are also fitted with felt or like strips. In the modification shown in Fig. 6, a wider louver 24, pivoted at its upper end in the lower portion of the window, may be swung out and supported by a, stay 25 pivoted at 26 and engaging a rack 'on the louver. The louver apparatus may be arranged in a sliding vehicle sash 31, the sliding rod 5 being operated by a spring button &c. 27 carried by the rod and engaging a series of recesses 28 in the sash. The louvers are automatically closed, when the sash is lowered, by a fixed curved plate 30.
Patent GB-191211556-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Beads.
Inventor: RABENAU WALTHER VON
IPC: B44F1/08
Filed: 1912-05-15
Granted: 1912-08-15
Abstract: 11,556. Rabenau, W. von. May 15. Trimmings. - Consists in the use of peas, beans, lentils, &c. as beads in decorative articles of all kinds, such as fringe work, embroideries, &c. The beads may be threaded in the usual way, as shown in Fig. 1, or may be provided with small fastenings i at each side, as shown in Figs. 2 and 3. The peas &c. are provided with a waterproof coating, and may be artificially coloured.
Patent GB-191215930-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Overhead Contact Conductors of Electric Railways.
IPC: B60M1/26
Filed: 1912-07-08
Granted: 1913-01-09
Abstract: 15,930. Bergmann Elektricitõts-Werke Akt.-Ges. Aug. 23, 1911, [Convention date]. Arrangements for securing continuity of supply. - In electric railways on the overhead-conductor system, the adjacent ends of the sectional contact conductors are supported so as to be horizontal to a little beyond the point at which they meet, and are then led upwards to a tensioning- device. Fig. 1 shows a side elevation of one of the conductors, and Fig. 3 a plan of both conductors. Each conductor is suspended from a supporting-wire T, so as to be horizontal to a point a little beyond D, which is half-way between the two supports M1, M2, and is then led up to the corresponding support and connected to a tensioning-device as shown. The contact-wires, after passing the point D, can be connected to their supporting-wire by adjustable distancepieces S1.
Patent GB-191220314-A (GB)
Title: Improved Method of and Means for Drying Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: SMITH FREDERICK GOULDTHORPE
IPC: A43D3/14
Filed: 1912-09-06
Granted: 1913-03-13
Abstract: 20,314. Smith, F. G. Sept. 6. Trees. - To fa cilitate its entry into a boot or shoe, the heel portion of a hotwater tree A is cut away as shown.
Patent GB-191228134-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Inner Tubes of Pneumatic Tyres.
Inventor: GREEN ALFRED
IPC: B60C5/04
Filed: 1912-12-06
Granted: 1913-10-30
Abstract: 28,134. Green, A., and Green, J. H. Dec. 6. Air tubes and chambers.-In duplex air tubes, the tubes a<1>, a<2>, Fig. 3, are independent and interchangeable and each has a cross-tube b of sufficient length to allow the tubes to be inflated without unduly straining the joints of the crosstubes, through which the valve of the other tube may pass. The cross-tube b, is preferably corrugated and the outer tube a<1> may be connected to its valve by a tube a<3>, also preferably corrugated.
Patent GB-191301732-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Tool Chucks or Sockets.
IPC: B23B31/22
Filed: 1913-01-21
Granted: 1913-07-03
Abstract: 1732. Electric and Ordnance Accessories Co., and Ellis, L. M. Jan. 21. Sockets. - In a drill socket of the type in which the tool or toolholder has a tang end adapted to engage a slot in the body, means are provided to guide the tang into the slot. The drill-holder B is retained in the socket by balls E engaging a groove in the holder, the balls being pressed into engagement by a sliding sleeve D having a groove to allow the balls to disengage. The tang end b of the holder is received into a slot c in a removable block C held in place by a pin c<1>, the sides of the groove in the block being formed of oppositely inclined or helical sides c<Î>, whereby, on rotation, the tang end is guided into the slot. The sleeve is limited in its motion, at one end, by a shoulder on the socket and at the other by the projecting ends of the block-securing pin.