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Patent GB-189802859-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Saddles for Cycles or Velocipedes and in Devices for Securing the Saddle Adjustably to the Seat-post thereof.
Inventor: BLOSSOM HERBERT
Filed: 1898-02-04
Granted: 1898-04-09
Abstract: 2859. Blossom, H. Feb. 4. Saddles.-A cantle plate 1 of wood &c. has stretched over it the flexible cover 2, which is extended to form the pommel B. A wire cord 3 is secured to the front of the cover 2, and takes over a stud 4 on a plate 5 carried on the front end of a spring 6, the front ends of which are guided in keepers on the plate 5 and the rear ends of which are secured to the cantle plate. A screw 7 takes through a loop in the spring and through a bearing plate 8, and screws into a lug 5<x> on the plate 5, the object being to adjust the tension of the cover. At the cantle, the ends of the spring 6, Fig. 6, are turned up and pass through keepers in a plate 9. Adjusting-screws 10 pass through eyes 6x in the ends of the branches into the cantle frame, for the purpose of elevating or depressing the pommel B. The saddle has a cushion pad 11 covered with leather 12 or the like. The saddle is mounted on a bow-shaped spring 13, the ends of which take into keepers 14 on the cantle frame and are adjustably held thereby set-screws 15, whereby the saddle may be laterally adjustable. The clip for securing the saddle to the seat post consists of a U-shaped stirrup 16 which takes under the seat post. The spring 13 passes through apertures in the stirrup branches and rests,upon a block 18 which is so shaped that, upon driving the block along the post, the spring, and consequently the saddle, may be bolted as required. The lower faces of the bars 16<x> of the stirrup have protuberances to assist this operation. The clip is secured to the post by a set-screw 17. A modified form of clip is described in which a nut takes on to the lower part of the stirrup and bears against a saddle piece placed in the stirrup under the post. The block 18 is rounded; and the stirrup faces bear upon the spring so as td allow the tilting adjustment. Modifications of this saddle are described, in one of which the spring 13 is composed of two overlapping plates and the longitudinal spring 6 is formed of flat steel instead of wire, and the cantle attachment so arranged as to allow of the pommel adjustment. In another modification, the supporting-spring is longitudinal, in which case a clip is used which clamps the wires of the spring and allows the saddle to be tilted, the clip engaging with a slide formed in the arm of the seat post. The cantle frame may be adjustably distended by means of a transverse bar. Several devices are shown for the attachment of the spring to the cantle plate so as to allow the pommel adjustment, in each of which the spring is hinged to the cantle plate or has a hinging fulcrum thereon, and the cantle frame is rocked upon the said hinges by means of screws and nuts.
Patent GB-189809160-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Lasting Pliers.
Inventor: SMITH DANIEL EDWARD
Filed: 1898-04-20
Granted: 1898-06-25
Abstract: 9160. Smith, D. E., and Tyree, A. April 20. Pliers; combination tools.-Fig. 1 shows an elevation of the head of a pair of lasting-pliers, and Fig. 3 shows a section of Fig 1 on the line 3-3. Claws a, with teeth g as shown, are pivoted upon the pivot pin c of the jaws of the tool, and the pin c is formed with a head h to serve as a hammer. A spring d keeps the claws a normally in the position shown in Fig. 1.
Patent GB-189813771-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Acetylene Table or Standard Lamps.
Inventor: JOSEPHSOHN GUSTAV
Filed: 1898-06-21
Granted: 1898-09-03
Abstract: 13,771. Josephsohn, G. July 21. Acetylene lamps. - In standard or table lamps, the upper removable part a of the pedestal contains a detachable water vessel b within which is placed a tube c connecting to the burner, and terminating in the vessel d, containing the carbide holder g and having a fine perforation f in its bottom. The flame is controlled by a cock in the pipe c.
Patent GB-189814552-A (GB)
Title: Improved Implement for Cleaning Saucepans, Dishes, Boards, and other Articles.
Inventor: CHALLIS CHARLES EBENEZER
Filed: 1898-07-01
Granted: 1899-05-27
Abstract: 14,552. Challis, C. E. July 1. Scrapers, pan; cooking - u t e n s i l s, cleaners for; pastry boards. - An appliance for cleaning saucepans, baking-tins, dishes, boards, &c. consists of a steel or similar plate E pivoted in a suitable handle A. A wire brush B is also pivoted on the handle or plate.
Patent GB-189815881-A (GB)
Title: A Construction of Dynamo Electric Machines in Combination with Fly Wheels of Motors.
Inventor: LEVAVASSEUR LEON MARIE JOSEPH
Filed: 1898-07-20
Granted: 1899-06-02
Abstract: 15,881. Levavasseur, L. M. J. C. July 20. Bending.-The ends of a bundle of thin plates C are bent up at right-angles by clamping the bundle between plates b, c, and bending by clamps g, f, g<1>, f<1>, and a lever k. The plates are annealed in the clamps, so as to keep their form when removed, to form parts of a dynamo - electric generator.
Patent GB-189817336-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Oscillating Piston Steam Engine.
Inventor: GRUBINSKI FLORYAN VON
Filed: 1898-08-11
Granted: 1898-12-10
Abstract: 17,336. Grubinski, F. von. Aug. 11. Oscillating-vane type.-The Figures show a steam engine the piston a of which oscillates and transmits motion from a crank c, mounted on the piston-rod b, to the main shaft by. means of a universal-jointed connecting-rod. The inlet valves rand s, and the piston u which governs the outlets x and z, are operated by two cams and lever con nections, the cams being driven from the main shaft. The periphery of the piston is provided with two pairs of flexible rings e of the shape shown ; the rings of each pair have a space between them communicating with the boiler.
Patent GB-189820022-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Medicinal Wash or Lotion.
Inventor: TUITE MARK
Filed: 1898-09-21
Granted: 1898-11-05
Abstract: 20,022. Tuite, M., and Smithe, W. A. Sept. 21. Lotions.-A lotion for application to the skin, for removing sunburn and pimples &c., is formed of 1 drachm of zinc oxide, 1 drachm of calamine, and half a drachm of precipitated sulphur, mixed with one ounce of lime water, afterwards adding 2 drachms of glycerine, 2 drachms of spirits of wine, 2 drachms of extract of witch hazel, and 4 ounces of rose water.
Patent GB-189820526-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tubes for Carrying and Displaying Flowers.
Inventor: WELLS WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-09-28
Granted: 1899-08-12
Abstract: 20,526. Wells, W. Sept. 28. Flower holders. - Relates to a tube for carrying or displaying flowers for exhibition without removing the foliage. The tube a is made of india-rubber or other suitable material. A wire support c, and the flower stalk, are passed through a hole b in the top of the tube. The tube is inserted in a socket e in the show board f.
Patent GB-189822157-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, or connected with, Grain Steeping Troughs or Cisterns.
Inventor: KNUETTEL FRIEDRICH
Filed: 1898-10-21
Granted: 1899-07-01
Abstract: 22,157. Knuettel, F. Oct. 21. Washing grain. -The cistern a is provided with a cylindrical extension b, into which an ejector tube e projects and which is provided with a jet c for compressed air. The extension b is closed by a valve d secured on the tube e, which is made movable to operate the valve. The extension b is provided to minimize the amount of water required in emptying the grain in the cistern a by means of the ejector e.
Patent GB-189907192-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means applicable for Use in Working Grab-dredgers.
Inventor: PRIESTMAN WILLIAM DENT
Filed: 1899-04-05
Granted: 1900-04-05
Abstract: 7192. Priestman, W. D., and Richardson, H. April 5. Cranes.-A brake is shown in side elevation in Fig. 3, and means for automatically opening and closing the grab in dredging operations are shown in section in Fig. 2. The opening-chain B winds on to the winding-barrel A, within which a spiral spring C is so coiled and secured that unwinding the chain coils up the spring, and vice versÔ. The energy stored in the coiled-up spring chain, when the grab is down, winds the opening-chain on to the barrel, when the grab is being raised. A friction brake g may be employed to control the winding. In the modified brake shown in Fig. 3, rotation of the handle e<2> and axle e' moves the block e, arm E, eccentric E‹, and axle D so as to bring the barrel into or out of contact with the brake block F.
Patent GB-189912028-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spike Extractors.
Inventor: LUCKHOFF PAUL LOUIS
Filed: 1899-06-09
Granted: 1899-09-02
Abstract: 12,028. Luckhoff, P. L. Nov. 22, A.D. 1898. Nail - extractors. -A tool for extracting rail &c. spikes 12 consists of the frame 1, to which is pivoted the lever 7 with a toothed head 8 for engaging with the rack 4, which slides in the guides 3 and engages at 5 with the head of the spike. The pivot pins on the head 8 engage in inclined slots 10, Fig. 4, in plates 11 fixed to the frame 1. By this means the head 8 may be pulled out of engagement with the rack, and the lever 7 raised for a fresh stroke to extract the spike still further.
Patent GB-189919615-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Water and like Taps.
Inventor: NINNEMANN OTTO
Filed: 1899-09-29
Granted: 1899-11-25
Abstract: 19,615. Ninnemann, O. Sept. 29. P l u g cocks.-A hollow plug tap a fur water - service pipes &c. is arranged longitudinally in the direction of the flow of water. The plug is held against its seat by an elastic ring f or a spring, a washer i, and a screw cap d. The port b may be shaped so as to turn the water on and off gradually, and thereby prevent shocks.
Patent GB-190001804-A (GB)
Title: Improved Process of Utilizing the Vapours of Factory-plants, especially Sugar Factories.
Inventor: STEFFEN CARL
Filed: 1900-01-29
Granted: 1901-01-12
Abstract: 1804. Steffen, C. Jan. 29. Vapour engines.-Consists in a method of utilizing the heat of vapours produced in boiling processes in factories-as in the manufacture of sugar -for the purpose of obtaining motive power without detriment to the boiling or evaporative process. Part of the vapour entering by the pipe e is condensed at a relatively high temperature in a surface apparatus b forming also the generator for a vapour engine h, in which some volatile liquid is employed as the motive agent, and the remainder is condensed at a lower temperature in a jet-condenser f, the cooling-water for which has previously been used as circulating water in a condenser i for the vapour engine. The condensers band f both discharge into the tank p, the condenser f discharging through a pipe q forming a barometric column. In another arrangement, the condensers band f are disposed in series instead of in parallel.
Patent GB-190003067-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Construction of Box for Packing Butter and such like Perishable Substances.
Inventor: PERRY GEORGE
Filed: 1900-02-16
Granted: 1900-04-07
Abstract: 3067. Perry, G. Feb. 16. Wood boxes for butter and other perishable substances are formed with thick ends. so that, when jointed with the sides by rabbeting and secured by nails driven from the sides and ends as shown, the nails will not penetrate into the interior of the box.
Patent GB-190004920-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gearing of Machines Driven by Foot Power.
Inventor: WHEELER ERNEST HENRY
Filed: 1900-03-15
Granted: 1900-09-08
Abstract: 4920. Wheeler, E. H. March 15. Driving blowers and exhausters. - Treadledriving gear for blowers, exhausters, and other machinery is shown in Fig. 1. A strap L from a treadle or lever is fixed to a sleeve F which carries a cam E, Fig. 2, and drives the flywheel C by means of balls M engaging with the toothed rim B of the flywheel. A spring K is attached to the sleeve so as to return it to its original position after each stroke.
Patent GB-190005647-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cleaning or Preparing, and Coating with Zinc Iron or Steel
Inventor: COWPER-COLES SHERARD OSBORN
Filed: 1900-03-26
Granted: 1901-03-16
Abstract: 5647. Cowper-Coles, S. O. March 26. Zinc, depositing; surfaces for, preparing.-Iron and steel articles, after being cleaned in any usual way, are made the anode in an electrolytic bath previously to being made the cathode for the electrodeposition of zinc.
Patent GB-190010313-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Brakes for Automobile and other Vehicles
Inventor: CUENOD ERNEST
Filed: 1900-06-05
Granted: 1901-04-06
Abstract: 10,313. CuÚnod, E. June 5. Brakes, chiefly applicable to motor cars. A. pull on the rod h causes the pivoted lever d and arms b to depress the shoes a on to the road and elevate the driving-wheels. The rod may be operated by the means shown in Fig. 3, or by rack-and-pinion or worm gearing controlled by a hand-wheel. The shoes a may be carried by adjustable arms jointed to the rear axle, and, when out of action, are held by a chain under the body of the vehicle, and in this case the brakes are applied by gravity.
Patent GB-190011752-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Screw-propellers.
Inventor: PUGSLEY WILLIAM EDWARD
Filed: 1900-06-28
Granted: 1900-09-29
Abstract: 11,752. Pugsley, W. E., and Trenholm, J. H. June 28. Screw propellers. -E a c h blade is carried by a separate hub 3 provided with a helical rib 4 of the same pitch as the blade. These ribs form a continuous projection when the hubs are in place. In screws of this form each blade rotates in a separate plane, and the blades can be of large area, while the screw is of comparatively small diameter.
Patent GB-190013432-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Mechanical Furnaces Stokers and Furnaces.
Filed: 1900-07-26
Granted: 1901-07-20
Abstract: 13,432. Meldrum Bros., Meldrum, J. J., and Clayton, F. July 26. Mills and apparatus combined with furnaces. Relates to mechanical stokers. A rotary measuring-feeder a with radial divisions, preferably helical in form, is employed in conjunction with a crusher plate f, which is supported by adjustable springs and capable also of independent a d - justment by screwing in or out the plug g<1>.
Patent GB-190014085-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Starting Devices for Explosive Vapour Motors.
Inventor: HAYWARD FRANK WALTER
Filed: 1900-08-07
Granted: 1901-01-12
Abstract: 14,085. Hayward, F. W., and Fox, R. C. Aug. 7. Gas or explosive-vapour engines, starting. The charge in the cylinder is ignited at starting by an electric current which passes through the stud K and the arm J on the disc H, which is held against it by a spring N. As soon as the engine is started, the disc H is turned by friction, until the arm J is arrested by the stop L, so that the igniting-circuit is broken at J, K, and untimely ignition is prevented.
Patent GB-190100587-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Toy or Educational Devices for Children and Young People.
Inventor: HORNBY FRANK
Filed: 1901-01-09
Granted: 1901-11-30
Abstract: 587. Hornby, F. Jan. 9. Educational appliances; mechanics, teaching.- Relates to arrangements by which children can construct mechanical objects, buildings, &c. from independent pieces. The pieces consist of perforated bars a, angle-pieces b, bolts, screws, &c. c, discs d, and, if necessary, cardboard pieces suitably coloured to represent roofs &c., and other pieces for special designs. The Figures show the pieces connected together to form a portable crane running on rails. The discs d are flanged and grooved so as to serve as wheels or pulleys. The axles h are grooved to receive keys k, Fig. 5, which hold the parts in place. Special pieces are provided for making the railway crossings. The equipment may include a file, screwdriver, and pliers for working the pieces. The pieces serve for the construction of bridges, tunnels, stations, signals, signal boxes, hoists, and buildings in general, as well as cranes and railway lines, as shown.
Patent GB-190101678-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and in Additions to Incubators or Apparatus for Hatching Eggs by Artificial Heat.
Inventor: CLIVE JOHN BERNARD
Filed: 1901-01-24
Granted: 1901-11-09
Abstract: 1678. Clive, J. B. Jan. 24. Incubators.-Relates to the construction of an incubator heated by a hot-water tank and provided with an egg-testing attachment. The incubator comprises a casing a with hollow packed sides and top, an egg-drawer b of ordinary construction, and a hot-water tank c connected to an annular waterheater k heated by a lamp h. A central flue is formed in the heater k, and communicates with a flue m passing through the tank c. A damper l closes the funnel-shaped top k<2> of the flue through the heater k. The top k<2> is situated above the exit of the flue m, so that, when the damper l is raised, a back draught of cool air is drawn through the flue m. The incubator is ventilated by means of air which enters through an opening r in the bottom of the incubator and passes through a series of tubes n, fixed in the tank c, to an outlet flue o closed by a damper p. The fresh air, before reaching the opening r, has to pass over water placed in a sliding tray s. The tray s can be moved so as to be near the heater k, and thus more or less warm the water contained therein. The dampers l, p are both suspended from a balanced lever v, actuated near its fulcrum by a second balanced lever u actuated by a vertical rod resting on a capsule or other form of thermostat. The levers u, v are each provided with stops to limit their movement, and with adjusting-screws having milled-disc heads. A drying- box d is arranged on the top of the incubator. The lid e is provided with stop hinges, so that, when the lid is in the open position, it forms a shelf. Openings are formed in the ends of the box d, so that, if a lamp or lamps are placed within the box, the openings may be used for testing eggs in the ordinary way.
Patent GB-190104275-A (GB)
Title: Rotary Ploughs.
Inventor: SCOTT JOHN
Filed: 1901-02-28
Granted: 1902-02-27
Abstract: 4275. Scott, J. Feb. 28. Cultivators; ploughs.-Relates to rotary ploughing-tools for use with cultivating-implements such as are described in Specification No. 29,997, A..D. 1897. The tool consists of a cutting-disc or coulter such as A, Fig. 1, or D, Fig. 3, to which is attached a helical blade C, Fig. 1, or a series of blades E, E, E, Fig. 3, which throw the soil up into a furrow as the implement is drawn forwards.
Patent GB-190108391-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Cushions or Pads for Trusses and similar Instruments.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1901-04-23
Granted: 1902-03-13
Abstract: 8391. Boult, A. J., [Lorenz, P. A.]. April 23. Pads trusses.- The edges of pads for trusses or similar instruments are connected by radial springs d, Fig. 2, to central supporting - plates, which stand clear of the bodies a of the pads, to allow movement of the latter in any direction, and are secured adjustably to the truss springs e. The radial springs d may be bent strips, as shown in Fig. 2, or small wire helices. A central spring f may be placed between the supporting-plate and the body a of the pad, to take the direct pressure. The truss spring may be provided with slots i to receive screws securing the supporting-plate adjustably. The radial springs may be extended to form the body of the pad, Fig. 5 showing one form, in which two supporting-plates b, c, held together by screws, clamp the ends of the springs ; the same screws may connect the truss spring. The springs may be connected or cross one another at the apex of the body, or may be made in one piece with a disc forming the apex ; they may be made of metal, celluloid, or other material, of any desired sectional form. The pad may be provided with a soft fabric covering.
Patent GB-190116739-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Packing Leaks in Pipes
Inventor: DUNN JOSEPH
Filed: 1901-08-20
Granted: 1901-10-12
Abstract: 16,739. Dunn, J. Aug. 20. Stopping pipes and tubes; spigot-and-socket joints. -Relates to means for packing leaks in pipes, and more particularly to packing leaky joints in pipe elbows, tees, and the like without disconnecting the pipe. To pack a leak between the pipe A and the fitting a, the compressible packing-ring D is placed in position and held compressed by the ring C. The clamp B is fixed to the pipe A by the inwardly-projecting set-screws b. The set-screws b<1> engage with the ring C to compress the packing D and stop the leak. Two packing-rings, if required, may be employed. The ring C is made in four sections, hinged together by complemental tenons so as to afford longitudinal movement of the parts and, if desired, two of the meeting ends of the sections may have complemental lugs.
Patent GB-190117170-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Appliance for use in Cleaning a Ship's Bottom or Hull while Afloat
Filed: 1901-08-27
Granted: 1902-06-25
Abstract: 17,170. Clark, A. M., [Middleton, J. C.]. Aug. 27. Hulls, cleaning.-The cleaning of ships' hulls while the vessel is afloat is effected by the aid of a kind of diving-dress 2, provided with a glazed portion 5 protected by guards 6, and connected at its upper end to the lower end of a tube 1 by means of a metal band arranged within the ends and provided with channels, so that when the ends of the parts 1, 2 are turned over this band they may be firmly clamped in the channels by rings 7. Brace rods 9, designed to hold the device at a proper distance from the hull, are connected to a ring 8, which is provided with eyes corresponding to the eyes 20, 19 on the intermediate frames, Figs. 2 and 3, which are made in two jointed parts 17, 18 to permit of their being folded for packing. Ropes or cables 12<a>, 13, passing through the eyes on the rings 10, 17, 8, prevent the straining and dismemberment of the tube while allowing of its being extended, and the part 2 may be provided with tool pockets 21, and with draw-strings for adapting its length to the size of the operator. The device is lowered into the water and moved along the vessel by cables 15, 16 extending wholly around the hull.
Patent GB-190120241-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or Pertaining to Printing, Stamping, and Embosing Presses.
Inventor: ROCKSTROH WILHELM MAX
Filed: 1901-10-10
Granted: 1901-11-16
Abstract: 20,241. Rockstroh, W. M. Oct. 10. Stamping. - Relates to stopping and starting mechanism for stamping or embossing presses. On the driving-shaft m of the machine is a loose flywheel i, driven by a band &c., and a fixed expansible friction ring l engaging a flange q on the wheel i. Three pedals a, a<1>, and a<2> are provided. The depression of a causes the shaft m to be driven for one operation of the machine ; the depression of a' causes an immediate stoppage of the machine ; and the depression of a<2> causes the machine to run continuously. The pedal a rocks a shaft b having a crank c connected by a rod d to a lever f pivoted at e and operating a sleeve h sliding on the shaft m. The sleeve h has a conical surface h<2> which engages and operates an arm s which expands the ring l when the pedal a is depressed. The rod d is engaged by a pawl o, which prevents it from being returned by the springs n until the pawl is lifted to release it. At the end of an operation of the machine, a cam on a wheel p<1> depresses a spring rod s<1> and this operates to lift the pawl o. The depression of the pedal a' also operates to lift the pawl o. On the return of the lever f, a second conical part h<1> of the sleeve h operates an arm z<2> on a shaft z, which actuates an arm w to expand a retarding ring l<1> into engagement with the fixed ring l. The depression of the pedal a<2> operates a hook into engagement with the arm c to prevent the rod d from being returned by the springs n. The depression of the pedal a<1> disengages this hook.