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Patent GB-189709151-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in "Segment" Temples Employed in Weaving Looms.
Inventor: PEACOCK JOSEPH WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-04-10
Granted: 1898-02-12
Abstract: 9151. Peacock, J. W. April 10. Loom tenzples.-One or more india-rubber rings, or metal rings F covered with india-rubber G, are used on the inner end of the temple, the ordinary metal rings E with pins e being used at the outer end.
Patent GB-189713410-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pins or Pegs for the Strings of Wire-strung Musical Instruments.
Inventor: GITTUS CHARLES
Filed: 1897-05-31
Granted: 1898-04-09
Abstract: 13,410. Gittus, C. May 31. Pianofortes; tuning.-Relates to tuning-pins for pianofortes &c. H is a sleeve fixed in the wrestplank E by packing or cement H<2>, or by other means. F is a plug screwing into the sleeve and tapped internally with a thread of the opposite sense. Into the plug screws the end of a pin G, which is prevented from rotating by a feather K sliding in a groove in the sleeve H. The string B passes over a rounded surface L on the wrestplank or plate, or forming part of the sleeve H ; thence it passes through a sloping hole in the pin G, along a screw-shaped groove also in the pin, round its end, which is rounded, and thence back along another screw-shaped groove, at the end of which it is cut off. In consequence of this arrangement sharp bends in the strings are avoided. Tuning is effected by turning the plug F. The pin G may be enclosed in a separate case inside the sleeve H. The sleeves are preferably set obliquely in the wrest - plank as shown. The Provisional Specification states that the end of the pin G may be smooth, and fit into a smooth hole in the plug F. It may also screw into a collar which is compelled to turn with the plug F, the inside of which is smooth in this case also.
Patent GB-189717367-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Mooring Hook.
Inventor: BROWN JAMES
Filed: 1897-07-23
Granted: 1898-07-23
Abstract: 17,367. Brown, J. July 23. Hooks.-The hook h is for mooring and lowering boats and for hoisting - gear &c. It has the bent T- form shown.
Patent GB-189717832-A (GB)
Title: A Regulator for Pumps and Compressors.
Inventor: BROTHERHOOD PETER
Filed: 1897-07-29
Granted: 1897-09-04
Abstract: 17,832. Brotherhood, P. July 29. Governing or controlling p u m p s.- The valve-chest C is in communication with the delivery, and, when the pressure therein exceeds a certain amount, the excess of pressure on the larger end D<1> of the differential piston valve E<1>, D<1> causes the latter to rise against the adjustable spring G into the position shown, so admitting the pressure fluid by the port a to the cylinder A and causing the piston B, which is suitably connected to the starting and stopping device, to stop the pump or compressor, which is again started, when the pressure falls, by the descent of the piston valve E', D<1>. Grooves e, d and holes Q, P form the outlets from the cylinder A.
Patent GB-189803250-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tyre Levers or Instruments for the Removal of Flexible Tyres from the Rims of Cycle and similar Wheels.
Inventor: MOUNTFORD FRANK ERNEST
Filed: 1898-02-09
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 3250. Mountford, F. E., and Causer, W. G. Feb. 9. Tyres, pneumatic &c.-The tyre-removing too shown in Figs. 5 and 6 has a hooked end c provided with a broad base b for resting on the edge of the rim, and a perpendicular flange e to allow of side pressure from the thumb. All the edges are rounded, and the base b and flange e terminate in the handle a.
Patent GB-189803263-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Chimney Pots.
Inventor: TAYLOR JOSEPH
Filed: 1898-02-09
Granted: 1898-12-10
Abstract: 3263. Taylor, J., and Ashworth, L. Feb. 9. Chimney tops.- Consists of a lower section E on a square base with four wind injecting-pipes f and an upper section of louvres B.
Patent GB-189803665-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Swivel Connections, chiefly designed for use with Air Pumps for Inflating Pneumatic Tyres.
Filed: 1898-02-14
Granted: 1898-03-26
Abstract: 3665. Lake, H. H., [Scovill Manufacturing Co.]. Feb. 14. Hinge joints.-A connection specially adapted for connecting the flexible tube of a pneumatic tyre inflator to the inflating - valve is arranged as shown in Fig. 3. The part A' is fixed to the flexible tube, and the part B is screwed into the valve. On unscrewing the milled nut F the packing D, D' is released, and when the nut F comes against the fixed washer E the part B turns freely in the socket A, and unscrews from the valve.
Patent GB-189809766-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Folding Shafts for Children's Mail-carts, Bassinettes, and similar Vehicles.
Inventor: STONE John
Filed: 1898-04-28
Granted: 1899-03-04
Abstract: 9766. Stone, J. April 28. Perambulators, children's mail carts, and like vehicles, shafts for. Side plates 6 bolted to the fixed portion 4 of the shaft have slots 8 for the pivot bolt 11 and notches 9 for the pins 10 of the folding portion 5. When the thumb-screw 12 is loosened and the bolt 11 is drawn outwards, the pins leave the notches and the portion 5 can be folded back.
Patent GB-189811985-A (GB)
Title: A Method of Measuring for and Apparatus for Drafting Patterns of Dresses and like Garments.
Inventor: PERTHEN-NEE-FRANKE IDA
Filed: 1898-05-26
Granted: 1899-05-20
Abstract: 11,985. Perthen, I., [nÚe Franke]. May 26. Measuring for.-Relates to means for draughting garment patterns, and consists in the use of the templet shown in Fig. 2, which contains all the necessary curves. For draughting a bodice pattern, sixteen measurements are taken on the body and then, by means of these measurements and the use of the templet, the pattern is draughted.
Patent GB-189812003-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Furnace for Melting and Retaining in a Molten State Metal, Alloys of Metal and other Materials which Liquify when Heated.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1898-05-26
Granted: 1899-04-01
Abstract: 12,003. Thompson, W. P., [Cartland, F. H.]. May 26. Soldering and brazing.-Relates to furnaces for melting, or keeping in a molten state, metals, alloys, and other materials, more especially for use in liquid brazing. The crucibles or melting-pots, of which one is shown at c, are surrounded by a loose packing of "rubble or shell asbestos" or other heatabsorbing material, through which the products of combustion from the furnace a<2> are passed. An oven g may be added in which articles to be brazed are heated before they are dipped in the "solder "or brazing-material " in the melting-pot. Liquid or gaseous fuel may be used.
Patent GB-189813881-A (GB)
Title: Process for Purifying Caucasian Petroleum.
Inventor: JAROCKI LOUIS VON JAROTCHIN
Filed: 1898-06-22
Granted: 1898-09-10
Abstract: 13,881. Jarocki, L. von J., and Kiczorowski, T. June 22. Purifying oils.-Caucasian petroleum is stirred for some time with a solution of soda and caustic soda. After standing the purified petroleum separates ; the watery liquid containing the impurities is drawn off, and, after again being allowed to stand to separate petroleum, it may be used in the manufacture of lubricants. The purified petroleum may be used for lighting, heating, or for industrial purposes as a substitute for turpentine.
Patent GB-189815205-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Drive Chain for Cycles and other Chain Geared Vehicles and Machines.
Inventor: BULL GEORGE FREDERICK
Filed: 1898-07-11
Granted: 1898-10-01
Abstract: 15,205. Bull, G. F. July 11. Driving-chains for cycles, vehicles, &c. The tubes c connecting the side links are formed with dovetailed recesses c<4> in their ends; these take o v e r inwardlyprojecting lugs a', in the eyes of the links a, which are then expanded to fill the recesses.
Patent GB-189816727-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Couplings or Chucks for Connecting and Holding Shafting, Spindles, and the like.
Inventor: LINES REUBEN JOHN
Filed: 1898-08-02
Granted: 1899-05-27
Abstract: 16,727. Lines, R. J. Aug. 2. Shaft couplings.-A pair of split sleeves a are united by a hollow ring A ; the sleeves are slightly tapered, and are caused to grip the shafts by means of collars b driven thereon.
Patent GB-189819408-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Printing and Measuring or Portioning Machine for Butter, Lard, and the like.
Inventor: CHRISTIE ALEXANDER
Filed: 1898-09-12
Granted: 1898-12-17
Abstract: 19,408. Christie, A. Sept. 12. Moulding butter, lard, &c.-Butter, lard, or the like is placed in a hopper A, and forced through a chamber C into a mould Q by a plunger B operated by a lever D connected to the plunger rod by a double or universal joint. After the print or mould is filled, the chamber C is raised by a lever L and rods K, E, the material being at the same time forced through the chamber by the lever D. The material is finally cut off level with the mouth of the chamber by a wire carried by a frame P arranged to slide in guides at the bottom of the chamber. To facilitate the removal of the pat or block, the mould is provided with a handle Q<1>, and is made with an inclined bottom. The chamber C may be of circular or rectangular shape in plan, and the sides are made slightly concave to allow air and water to escape. The rod K is pivoted to a cross-bar F, which is connected to the table by a spiral spring in tension, and carries the side rods E, adapted to slide in guides J. The upper ends of the rods E are slotted, and secured to the chamber by bolts, and adjustable collars or stops H on the rods limit the upward motion of the chamber. The lever L moves over a quadrant S, and is retained in its extreme positions by an adjustable stop S', and slot S<2>.
Patent GB-189824065-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Acetylene Gas Generators.
Inventor: MARGULIES PAUL
Filed: 1898-11-15
Granted: 1899-09-16
Abstract: 24,065. Margulies, P. Nov. 15. Acetylene.-In apparatus for generating acetylene in which the supply of water to the carbide is automatically regulated, there are employed two automatic regulating-devices, one to regulate the supply of water and the other to cut off the supply of gas to one of the two gas holders used, namely to that one which is delivering gas to the burners. In the form shown, intended for use in railway carriages, two tightly-closed gas holders B are supported by brackets n beneath the flooring, while an adjoining frame n<1> carries on pivots e the generator A. To clean out and fill the generator it is swung on its pivots, after which it is screwed up tightly to its cover by the screw I. Water passes to the generator from a tank E through the tube a, having a cock u operated by a valve V, while gas passes by pipes k directly to the holder B and to the valve V, and by the cock u to the valve V<1> and the second gas holder (not shown). Each valve V, V<1> has a spindle C, adjustable by a nut z, and connected to the plug of the cock u. The spindle carries a weight q, and beneath it is a flexible diaphragm p. Other cocks are shown, which are operated by hand. When gas is developed in excess, the pressure lifts the diaphragm in both valves, resulting, in the case of the valve V, in the water cock u being shut, and in the case of the valve V<1>, of the gas cock u being closed. In the latter case all the gas now passes to the first holder (the one shown), no further gas passing to the second holder until the pressure therein is sufficiently reduced to allow the diaphragm in valve V<1> to again fall. The pressure at which the gas is delivered by this holder remains therefore practically constant. As soon as the valve V<1> acts, gas from the first holder immediately begins to pass to the second one. In a form intended for house use, the generator is differently supported, and the gas holders differently situated, but the arrangements and connections are otherwise similar.
Patent GB-189824974-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Boring and Internal or Female Screw cutting Tools, and in Rests therefor.
Inventor: DUNSTAN JAMES THOMAS
Filed: 1898-11-26
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 24,974. Dunstan, J. T. Nov. 26. Tools.-A tool for boring or internal screwcutting has a plain cylindrical shank a which is clamped by the dog d in a block b on the tool slide &c. The projection of the tool from the slide can thus be varied to suit the depth of hole being bored. The block b has a semicircular or V-shaped recess to receive the tool, the sides of the recess being roughened if necessary.
Patent GB-189827541-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Detachable and Swivelling Electric Light Fittings.
Inventor: WAKELIN JOHN FREDERICK
Filed: 1898-12-31
Granted: 1899-12-30
Abstract: 27,541. Wakelin, J. F., and Weston, C. J. Dec. 31. Lamp brackets; reflector and shade holders.- An electric lamp pendant or bracket is provided with a coupling shown in section, to carry lamps and a shade or reflector. A metal case a is screwed to the bracket, and contains an insulator x supporting two or more sockets s, connected with the supply wires and switches. Holders for the lamps and shade or reflector are attached to a metal case b, which is secured to the fixed part a by a coupling-ring r, either screw-threaded or with a bayonet-joint. The case b contains an insulator supporting pins p, which are connected to the lamp-holders and fit the sockets s. The shade holder c may be detachable. A hinge may be interposed between the case b and lamp-holders, to allow the lamps to be turned through a small angle ; the Provisional Specification mentions the use of clamping-nuts on the hinge.
Patent GB-189827543-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in connection with Frying-pans.
Inventor: NOBBS WILLIAM STEPHEN
Filed: 1898-12-31
Granted: 1899-05-06
Abstract: 27,543. Nobbs, W. S. Dec. 31. Frying-pans.-A lid b similar to a saucepan lid is fitted to the pan, and is provided with a handle g. It may be perforated as at f to allow the escape of steam.
Patent GB-189902861-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Charging Furnaces with Rails or the like.
Inventor: EDWARD WILLIAM MCKENNA
Filed: 1899-02-08
Granted: 1899-03-25
Abstract: 2861. Lake, H. H., [McKenna, E. W.]. Feb. 8. Charging.-Relates to machinery for charging re-heating furnaces with railway rails and the like, more especially for use in connection with the re-rolling of old steel rails. The machine is shown in side elevation in Fig. 2, and in end elevation in Fig. 3. The rails are laid in batches of, say, six on the tables a of the machine so as to rest on rollers d, d and divided supports c, c. They are pushed forward into the furnace by running pushers b, which are operated by chains e running over sprocket-wheels f<4>. The sprocket-wheel shafts are actuated by clutch gearing from a main shaft driven by an electromotor at i, the clutches and switches being under the control of the operator, who stands on the platform h. The machine is mounted on wheels n running on transverse rails o along the front of the furnaces, these wheels being also driven by the motor by means of clutch mechanism under the control of the operator. The rails are preferably placed on the machine by an overhead travelling carrier with an electromagnetic holding-device. This is shown in Fig. 3. The rails are first placed as shown on a table s, and the electromagnet p, which is suspended from the running, overhead, carrier q is brought into contact with them. They are then lifted and transferred by means of the carrier to one of the tables of the charging-machine.
Patent GB-189904644-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Hydraulic Pumps.
Inventor: MACTAGGART HUGH HOLMES
Filed: 1899-03-02
Granted: 1900-01-06
Abstract: 4644. Mactaggart, H. H., and Scott, R. G. March 2. Hydraulically-actuated pumps.-The motor rams are fixed, and the motor cylinders, which also form the pump plungers, slide on the motor rams and are connected to equidistant cranks. The pressure water is supplied through the motor rams, which are hollow for that purpose. Figs. 3 and 4 show the balanced valve by which the supply to each cylinder is controlled. The valve consists of a ring G mounted and packed on a cylinder F. The port C leading to the motor cylinder is situated unsymmetrically, thus causing a slight rotation of the ring G to equalize wear. The valve is balanced by a similar ring G<1>.
Patent GB-189915306-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and Apparatus for or connected with theManufacture or Production of Calcium Carbide or Magnesium Carbide.
Inventor: WOLLASTON CHARLTON JAMES
Filed: 1899-07-25
Granted: 1900-06-23
Abstract: 15,306. Wollaston, C. J. July 25. Furnaces for carbides.-A series of gas holders, containing, for example, hydrogen, oxygen, water gas, and oil gas, is arranged near the furnace A, the hearth A<2> of which is mounted upon a carriage B which can run along on rails C. The bearers D are preferably supported by jacks L, whereby the hearth may be raised into place or lowered for removal along with the charge. When in use, a slab M is lowered to close the front of the furnace. The desired gases for converting the charge on the hearth to calcium or magnesium carbide enter through the blowpipes j, valves being provided so that the gases in use may be altered as desired. In another form, the blowpipes pass through the bottom of the furnace into the charge, carried on the hearth or in crucibles resting thereon. The gas tubes are in this case either disconnectible or flexible, to allow of the removal of the hearth for charging or discharging. At first an oxidizing- flame is used, and afterwards a non-oxidizing one.
Patent GB-189917093-A (GB)
Title: Improved Pitman and Connected Parts.
Inventor: MACDONALD JOHN KING
Filed: 1899-08-23
Granted: 1899-12-16
Abstract: 17,093. Macdonald, J. K., [Singer Manufacturing Co.]. Aug. 23. Connecting - rods.- Relates to a ballbearing connecting- rod for use in driving sewing - machines and for other purposes. The pitman or connecting-rod A is screwed at one end into a strap B carrying the crank - pin bearing, and on the lower end has a ball which forms part of the joint connecting it to the treadle.
Patent GB-190001958-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Water Heaters and Automatic Valve Attachments therefor.
Inventor: WINTERFLOOD JOSEPH
Filed: 1900-01-31
Granted: 1900-11-10
Abstract: 1958. Winterflood, J. Jan. 31. Water-heaters, gas.-Relates to water-heaters or gas geysers, and to automatic valve attachments therefor. Within the cylindrical casing 1, packed with non-conducting material, are arranged the helical coils 5 and the cylindrical chamber 24. The burner 8 is of any suitable construction, and is supplied with gas, only when the water is flowing in, by the inlet 13, Fig. 2, to the heater through the water valve 11. The disc valve 10 controls the gas supply, and is actuated through the medium of the spindle 19, which is pivoted about the diaphragm 12, between the water and gas chambers from the water-supply valve spindle. The piece of rubber tubing 22 surrounding the projection 21 on the diaphragm, encloses the coiled spring 23. Springs 25 normally keep the water and gas valves closed.
Patent GB-190006974-A (GB)
Title: An Improved System or Means for Controlling or Regulating Electrical Installations.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1900-04-14
Granted: 1900-09-22
Abstract: 6974. Thompson, W. P., [Coerper, C.]. April 14. Drawings to Specification. Distributing.-At central stations the electrical controlling-apparatus and the mechanical controlling. apparatus are placed in close proximity. The subsidiary devices, which do not require attention, are placed under the floor or engine foundation, in order to avoid crowding.
Patent GB-190008128-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Carriage for Lifting and Transmitting Timber and other Substances.
Inventor: WISE ARTHUR WILLIAM
Filed: 1900-05-02
Granted: 1900-06-02
Abstract: 8128. Wise, A. W. May 2. Hand-trucks; carts.- Relates to hand and horse drawn vehicles for lifting and transporting timber and other substances. One end of the log L is gripped by the dogs H when the vehicle is in the position shown in Fig. 4. The handle f is then depressed, and the dogs H<1> grip the other end of the log, which is suspended clear of the ground when the handle is again raised. The body of the vehicle comprises beams B, B<1> bolted to the arched axle A and connected together by arched stays D, D'. The central beam F carrying the hooks f<2> is secured to the axle A and stays D, D'.
Patent GB-190009796-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Treatment of Mineral or Vegetable Oils or the Distillates or Residuals thereof.
Inventor: STEWART-WALLACE JOHN STEWART
Filed: 1900-05-28
Granted: 1901-03-30
Abstract: 9796. Stewart - Wallace, J. S., and Cowell, W. B. May 28. Distilling oils; fractional distillation, apparatus for.-Relates to the treatment of mineral or vegetable oils, or distillates or residues thereof, without the use of acid, for the production of illuminating oils, lubricating-oils, &c. The oil is treated with permanganate of potash or other oxymanganic agent with or without the addition of caustic alkali, air or oxygen is injected, and the purified liquid distilled fractionally. Fig. 1 shows apparatus which may be employed in the treatment of " astatki " or " goudron." The astatki is treated with permanganate &c. in the tank a, steam or air, or both, being admitted through the coil b. After settling, the oil is drawn into the still c, and during distillation is subjected to the action of free steam admitted by the coil m. Distillates of different specific gravities are collected in the receivers p, q, r. Oil vaporized in the tank a is collected in the receiver v.
Patent GB-190100120-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Embroidery Needles.
Inventor: CLARKE TOM VICTOR
Filed: 1901-01-02
Granted: 1901-11-16
Abstract: 120. Clarke, T. V. Jan. 2. Sewing-needles.-Hollow embroidery needles are made from a single blank bent into an approximately-triangular section, with the single seam a<2> running along the underside, so that the wool &c. is clear of the seam and rubs only against unbroken metal. The edges of the entering hole may be bent upwards and downwards as shown at a<8>, a<10>, Fig. 13, and the front edge of the needle may be depressed at a<11>.
Patent GB-190100222-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Garment Supporters.
Inventor: IRVING MARGARET ANN
Filed: 1901-01-03
Granted: 1901-04-13
Abstract: 222. Irving, M. A. Jan. 3. Hook fastenings.-An appliance for attaching skirts to blouses &c. comprises a plate A fitted with a safety-pin device 4 by which it is secured to the blouse, and formed with depressions 3 adapted to receive hooks 5 secured to the skirt. A hook B, having its shank formed in two parts, which slide together and can be secured in any position by a stud b and keyhole slots b<1>, as shown, is pivoted to the plate A so as to secure a waistbelt in position. When a leather belt is used, the hook B is turned into the position shown, but with a ribbon or pulley belt the hook is turned down, with the hook projecting inwards.
Patent GB-190100561-A (GB)
Title: Improved Nail Scissors.
Inventor: KENDAL JAMES FRANCIS
Filed: 1901-01-09
Granted: 1901-03-02
Abstract: 561. Kendal, J. F., and Britten, F. J. Jan. 9. Scissors for cutting nails are made with cutting-edges a, b on both sides of the pivot.
Patent GB-190101636-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Hermetically Sealed Metallic Boxes and the Loose Covers and Cutters thereof.
Inventor: LOESCHER RICHARD
Filed: 1901-01-24
Granted: 1902-01-16
Abstract: 1636. Loescher, R., and Robins, R. W. Jan. 24. Cans and canisters; cans, opening. - Relates to boxes or canisters having covers which, when rotated, cut an inner lid and thus give access to the contents, which may be tobacco, cigarettes, meat, fruit, milk, or other similar articles or produce. The can a is provided with an incomplete annular bead e, which normally supports the cover b through its depending lugs g, Figs. 1 and 3. On partially rotating the cover, the lugs pass down between the incomplete portions of the bead, and, at the same time, by means of an internal cutter c, cause a puncture of the inner lid d. A continued rotation of the cover, Fig. 4, completely severs the lid. After severance of the inner lid the can remains comparatively airtight.