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Patent GB-190219045-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Self Acting Mules.
Inventor: RUSHTON JAMES LEVER
Filed: 1902-08-30
Granted: 1903-07-02
Abstract: 19,045. Rushton, J. L. Aug. 30. Mules.-The click and click-wheel or ratchetgear usually employed for driving the scroll shaft c of self-acting mules at a slower speed, for the remainder of the outward run of the carriage after the front roller shaft f has stopped, is replaced by a clutch, which is so arranged with regard to the clutch driving the front roller shaft and the scroll shaft at its quick speed, that when one clutch is in gear the other is out. A bevel-wheel m on a shaft b driven from the rim pinion drives a wheel n, which is loosely mounted on the front roller shaft f and carries a half-clutch n<1>, and when a wheel g, feathered on the shaft f and carrying a half-clutch g<1>, is moved by a lever h to engage the halfclutches, the shaft f is rotated and the shaft c driven through the train of wheels i, j, k, l. As the carriage approaches the end of its outward run, the roller gear rod d, which actuates the clutch lever h through the medium of a lever u pivoted to the headstock at u<1> and slotted to engage a pin on a bracket s fixed to the rod d, is moved to disengage the half-clutch g<1>, thus stopping the shaft f. A slotted plate v on the rod d simultaneously actuates an arm w fixed to a spindle x carrying a clutch lever r, causing the wheel i, which is formed with a half-clutch, to move on its spindle and engage a half-clutch carried by a bevel-wheel p. The wheel p is driven by a wheel o on the back of the wheel m, so that the movement of the carriage is continued but at a slower speed.
Patent GB-190219349-A (GB)
Title: Device for Obtaining, with a Moderate Degree of Accuracy, the Distance of Objects at Sea from a Shore Station.
Inventor: TAYLOR BASIL REGINALD HAMILTON
Filed: 1902-09-03
Granted: 1903-01-08
Abstract: 19,349. Taylor, B. R. H. Sept. 3. Telemeters.-To determine the distance of an object from an elevated station, a telescope is firmly mounted to rotate about a vertical axis. The depression of the telescope, which depends upon the range, is then effected by means of a differential nut or drum, which engages at one end with the rod a, pivoted to the end of the telescope, and also with the threaded end of a tube b adjustably pivoted at f. The drum c is graduated spirally to give the range against a pointer g.
Patent GB-190220076-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Door Closing Apparatus.
Inventor: KIKOW HEINRICH
Filed: 1902-09-13
Granted: 1902-10-30
Abstract: 20,076. Kikow, H. Sept. 13. Door - closing apparatus; door checks.-Relates to the type of apparatus in which a jointed arm is straightened out by a spring, combined with a piston and cylinder check. The two links k<1>, k of the arm are connected, one to the door and the other to the door frame. The link k is rotated by a spiral spring in the box b through a ratchet-wheel h and a double-acting pawl i pivoted on the link k. By means of this pawl the tension of the spring can be regulated ; or the spring can be taken out of the box andreversed. The check consists of a cylinder o filled with oil, which is transferred from one side of the piston n to the other, through the passage p, when the door is closing, the rate of flow being regulated by the valve r. A lift valve q permits the oil to return without resistance when the door is being opened. The piston-rod m is connected to a crauk rotated by the closing-spring.
Patent GB-190228275-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Speed Indicators.
Filed: 1902-12-22
Granted: 1903-03-19
Abstract: 28,275. Clark, A. M., [Forskell Motor Co.]. Dec. 22. Speed indicators.-Centrifugal apparatus for indicating the speed of vehicles or machines comprises an india-rubber-tyred hollow wheel f<2>, within which grooved balls g<2> move in radial channels f<5> as the wheel f<2> is revolved by a rotating part of the vehicle or machine. The balls, during their outward movement, press upon the inclined edges of arms g<1>, radiating from the rod g. The parts g<1>, thereupon move towards and actuate a spring-pressed sector c', which, through the pinion c, actuates a pointer affixed to a spindle and moving over a dial on the front of the casing a. The indicator is adjusted for use with wheels or rotating parts of different diameters by varying the pressure of the spring d upon the sector c' by means of a cam e actuated by a handle or pointer, mounted on the spindle e<1> and moving over a small dial on the back of the casing.
Patent GB-190304241-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Water-closets
Inventor: GUILLEAUME FRANZ
Filed: 1903-02-23
Granted: 1903-04-23
Abstract: 4241. Guilleaume, F., [trading as Mehlem, F. A.]. Feb. 23. Closet seats and pans. -The wooden seat is hinged to the earthenware pan in such a way that, when raised, it does not tend to fracture the earthenware part of the joint. The pan is formed with a broad lug b, which is bored for the jointpin f. The seat is recessed for the length of the lug, as shown at c<1>, the side portions d beyond the lug forming brackets for the joint-pin. When the seat is raised, these side portions rest against projections on the pan and prevent the seat from extending much beyond the vertical. The projections may be carried by the seat, instead of being on the pan.
Patent GB-190312899-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Moulding Machine for Artificial Stones.
Inventor: GASPARY ALFRED
Filed: 1903-06-08
Granted: 1903-07-09
Abstract: 12,899. Gaspary, A. June 8. Moulding artificial slone.-A mould for artificial stone is formed of two sides a, a<1> and division plates b fitted so as to slide in recesses i in the sides a<1> and to engage in recesses i<1> in the other side. A feed-box g, provided with rollers h running on tracks k, k<1>, can be traversed over the moulds by means of pinions p on a hand-driven shaft o engaging with racks m. The tracks k, k<1> are arranged at such a distance from the upper edge of the mould that the mould is slightly overfilled so as to allow for the compression of the material. An angular support z, carried by pivoted arms q, is employed for securing the plates b in position and supporting them when drawn outwardly, stops c preventing the arms q from being swung too far downwards. In order that the bottom d of the mould may be removed after the stones are moulded, the tracks k<1> are capable of being turned sideways or downwards, as shown. To prevent the box g from being moved forwards when the track k' is turned downwards, a cam y on the track k<1> acts on one arm of a pivoted lever w, and a pin s, flexibly connected through a pivoted lever t with the lever w, is thereby caused to' project through the rack m in front of the pinion p or the roller h, a spring f or weight lowering the pin s when the track k' is returned to its normal position. A similar arrangement is employed when the track k' is turned sideways.
Patent GB-190314921-A (GB)
Title: Improved Fastenings for Fixing Covers on Drums suitable for Carrying Carbide and the like
Inventor: FERGUSON WILLIAM
Filed: 1903-07-06
Granted: 1904-04-21
Abstract: 14,921. Ferguson, W., Ferguson, J. H., and Ferguson, W. H. July 6. Fastenings for casks. The handle H of a drum or cask for containing carbide or the like is hinged to the cover at E. The cover is placed over the projecting rim B and is rotated so that the ends L on the handle pass under the raised brackets C. By turning the handle H into the position shown, the cover is pressed downwards by the flattened ends L and held against the rim B.
Patent GB-190319005-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Water Tube Steam Boilers
Inventor: BOROWSKI GREGORY
Filed: 1903-09-03
Granted: 1904-09-01
Abstract: 19,005. Borowski, G., and Dlougolentzki, S. de. Sept. 3. Steam-generator furnaces.-Water-tube sections G are arranged on each of, and above, the furnaces so that additional flues are formed by the spaces between the tubes of these sections and by the central space formed by the sections. In this space, batteries of air and steam heating pipes a, b may be placed. The furnace draught may be forced or natural. Where liqued fuel is used, an arch of refractory bricks protects the lower portions of the boiler. The heated air, passing into the front casing of the boiler, receives heat from the boiler and heats the greater portion of the return water pipe.
Patent GB-190320823-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Loose-leaf Books.
Filed: 1903-09-28
Granted: 1904-08-18
Abstract: 20,823. Kenrick & Jefferson, and Gifford, J. G. Sept. 28. Filing papers &c.- Improvements in loose-leaf binders of the type described in Specification No. 296, A.D. 1902, for the purpose of keeping the sides of the box parallel when put together and preventing the clamping-parts from becoming concave. Loose-leaf books without backs are also described. Figs. 1 and 2 show the binder in elevation and section respectively. Between the channel-shaped sides a, a<1> extend the telescopic tubes shown consisting of threading-tubes b, tubes d containing disengaging-springs, against which the edges of the leaves are aligned in making-up, and locking-tubes c with spring-pawls c<2> engaging in the racks c<1>. The outer ends of the racks c<1>, Fig. 5, are fitted with cranks f and a coupling-rod g, whereby when a key is inserted into the end of the auxiliary tube e and the latter turned, all the racks will be rotated to throw the pawls off the racks and allow the springs to force the sides apart until the pawls fall into deep grooves at the ends of the rack-rods. Similar means are provided for rotating the tubes b during threading. The cover consists of two parts h, h<1> each composed of side, end, and back pieces, one of the back pieces having inturned edges to guide the other, and ribs h<2> are provided to ensure line-contact as shown in Fig. 7. Fig. 9 shows screws l countersunk in the bush k and attaching the parts i of the side covers to the channel-pieces a, flats or wings being provided on the bushes to prevent rotation. The back m is similarly secured to the cover h<1>. If hollow rackbars c<1> are employed, the disengaging-springs may be placed within them. A section of a loose-leaf binder without a back is shown in Fig. 15, where a tube s is screwed into the base r and its upper end is screwed internally to receive the bolt t with head t<1> whereby the distance between the base and the two cover-plates v can be regulated. Between these plates are locking-rods u which are forced outwards by a wedge-shaped bolt to lock the tubes t in the plates v. Guide-tubes x are provided.
Patent GB-190322597-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Fixing Brick
Inventor: WATSON THOMAS
Filed: 1903-10-20
Granted: 1904-09-15
Abstract: 22,597. Watson, T. Oct. 20. Bricks.-Fireproof fixing-bricks for the reception of nails used in securing woodwork to chimney breasts, walls, &c. are made of granulated blastfurnace slag mixed with cement, lime, sand, &c. 100 parts of granulated slag may be mixed with 5 to 15 parts of cement, or 5 to 15 parts of lime and 15 parts of sand, or 5 to 20 parts of haematite slag.
Patent GB-190326072-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mechanism for Converting Rotatory Motion into Reciprocating Motion.
Inventor: HADDAN HERBERT JOHN
Filed: 1903-11-28
Granted: 1903-12-31
Abstract: 2 6, 0 7 2 . Haddan, H. J., [Weinmann & Lange]. Nov. 28. Valves and valve gear ; reversing.- Relates to mechanism use as valve and reversing gear for locomotive and other engines. In the apparatus shown in Fig. 5, the disc 3 is secured to the disc 4 and that, in turn, to the shaft 1. A disc 8, bearing on the discs 3, 4 by balls 10 working in V- shaped grooves,has a projection 16 constructed to move in a fixed groove 14. As the shaft 1 turns, the disc 8 reciprocates. The balls reduce the friction, and allow a greater inclination of the discs and therefore a greater stroke. The projection 16 may be secured to a crank and spindle. A second shaft may be connected to the disc 3 in line with the shaft 1. The disc 8 may have projections on two sides, and these projections may be attached to a frame such as a cylinder which oscillates on trunnions. Fig. 6 shows the reciprocating part 13 provided with teeth which drive racks 26, 27. Figs. 10 and 11 show the ring 8 guided by cranks 30, turning on pivots 31, to which levers may be attached from the outside. The cranks are connected to rods 33. In the modification shown in Fig. 13, the rod 38, passing down the centre of the shaft 1, moves the disc 4 by bevel gears 36, 37, a worm 35, and a toothed piece 34. By altering the inclination of the discs to the shaft 1, the amount of the oscillation can be varied. A flywheel may be used to overcome the dead points if less than three guide-blocks are employed. This mechanism can be used for reversing engines which must be reversed without stopping them.
Patent GB-190327081-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Armour Piercing Projectiles
Inventor: DAWSON ARTHUR TREVOR
Filed: 1903-12-10
Granted: 1904-09-29
Abstract: 27,081. Dawson, A. T., and Benthall, J. L. S. Dec. 10. Projectiles, ordnance.-The caps A of armourpiercing projectiles are attached by pouring solder into holes a, bevelled on either face ; the patches b on the projectile, corresponding to the holes a, being tinned. The holes may break through the lower edge a' of the cap. The edges of the caps may be bevelled to form an annular cavity between itself and the projectile.
Patent GB-190400966-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Treatment of Coal-gas and other Gases containing Ammonia and Cyanogen, for the Extraction of Ammonia and Cyanogen therefrom, and the Partial Regeneration of the Agents employed in the Extraction.
Inventor: FELD WALTHER
Filed: 1904-01-14
Granted: 1904-11-24
Abstract: 966. Feld, W. Jan. 14. Hydrocyanic acid.-Relates to a process for removing ammonia and hydrocyanic acid from gas in one operation without the formation of sulphocyanides. This is effected by using a solution which neutralizes all free ammonia and basic ammonia compounds, the hydrocyanic acid being absorbed at the same time by iron salts. The solution is used preferably at a temperature above 30‹ C. since above that temperature ammonium sulphide is dissociated and therefore polysulphides and sulphocyanides will not be formed. The solution or suspension used contains at least one equivalent of a neutral salt decomposable by ammonia, or by ammonia in presence of carbon dioxide, sulphuretted hydrogen, or hydrocyanic acid, with formation of the corresponding neutral ammonium salt and a basic compound of the metal of the salt used. Suitable salts are the acid and neutral compounds, such as the halides, of the alkalies, alkaline earths, and magnesium, and of those metals precipitated by basic ammonium compounds. The solution also contains an iron compound, preferably ferrous, to the extent of one atom of iron for six molecules of cyanogen absorbed. For complete absorption of hydrocyanic acid, the gas must contain at least four molecules of ammonia for six of hydrocyanic acid if a basic iron compound is used, or, if a neutral iron compound is used, there must be six molecules of ammonia to six of hydrocyanic acid. If insufficient ammonia is present in the gas, more must be added to the gas or solution. Excess of ammonia is absorbed by interaction with the salt used in the solution and the carbon dioxide present in the gas, any deficiency of the latter being made up to the amount required. Excess of the neutral or acid salt, of iron compounds, or of carbon dioxide is not objectionable. After absorption of the gases, the solution or sludge is boiled with the addition of a basic compound capable of expelling ammonia from its salts, unless a sufficiency of such compounds is already present. The basic compounds may be added before or after absorption of ammonia &c. If excess of iron compounds is present, the cyanogen will be precipitated as ferrous cyanide or in the form of a salt such as calcium-ammonium-iron ferrocyanide ; in this case, the precipitate is filtered off before the solution is heated. After boiling off ammonia, the solution may be used, with the addition of an iron compound, for a fresh absorption of gas. When a sufficient degree of concentration of the cyanogen compounds is obtained, either by repeated absorption or by evaporation, the cyanides may be precipitated as Prussian blue, or as an insoluble salt such as calcium-iron ferrocyanide by adding suitable iron compounds. If ammonia is present in the solution, the precipitate will consist of calciumammonium-iron ferrocyanide.
Patent GB-190402396-A (GB)
Title: An Improved cattle Stanchion or Appliance for Holding Cattle in Stalls
Inventor: TAYLOR HIRAM
Filed: 1904-02-01
Granted: 1904-03-03
Abstract: 2396. Taylor, H. Jan. 31, A.D. 1903, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901]. Stable fittings.-In a stanchion or appliance for holding cattle in stalls, the neck is inserted and secured between T-section bars 1, 15. The lower end of the bar 15 is hooked to an eye- bar 17, and the hook is provided with a stop 18, adapted to engage the end of the bar 1 when the hooked bar has been turned out to its extreme limit. The upper end of the bar 15 has a hole 14 adapted to be engaged by an extension 13 of the bar 1, while a spring-pressed latch 8 secures the movable bar in the closed position. The latch is pivoted on an extension 12 of the bar 1, and the spring 7 is held in place by lugs 6.
Patent GB-190405535-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Gas Producers.
Inventor: SMITH JAMES BROWN
Filed: 1904-03-07
Granted: 1905-01-12
Abstract: 5535. Smith, J. B., and Grant, R. March 7. Gas-producers. - Producers of the type consisting of a rectangular masonry chamber are fitted with a "bridge" B, Fig. 1, for supporting the fuel, shaped and perforated as shown in Fig. 4, and provided at its forward end with lateral feat or extensions which are built into the sides of the opening H. A bridge E is similarly secured in the front of the opening. The inner end of the bridge B rests upon a plate F, which allows for its expansion and contraction. The opening H and the manhole J are closed by doors M, N secured to a plate K, in which is mounted the steam pipe P, or an injector. The bridges may be built up of inclined plates bolted or riveted together, or, according to the Provisional Specification, of louvred plates crowned by a covering-plate.
Patent GB-190406090-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Transmitting Power to Pelton Wheels, Turbines and the like.
Inventor: FORMAN WILLIAM JAMES GRIEVE
Filed: 1904-03-12
Granted: 1905-02-23
Abstract: 6090. Forman, W. J. G. March 12. Direct explosive-gas pressure apparatus.-Water is projected onto a Pelton wheel on a turbine by the explosion of gas or petroleum vapour in one or more apparatus such as shown. Gas or vapour and air are introduced through a valve B into the chamber, and the charge is compressed by the admission of water under a considerable head through a valve C. The charge is then exploded by a plug E, or a tube and the water is expelled through the nozzle d onto the wheel F. The nozzle is provided with a plug d<1> which is drawn from its seat by the water acting on the piston G. The exhaust valve H may be operated in the manner shown, by a float in the water, or by the piston G.
Patent GB-190408676-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Ticket Holders.
Inventor: PRICE ALBERT ALEXANDER
Filed: 1904-04-15
Granted: 1904-05-19
Abstract: 8676. Price, A. A. April 15. Tickets, issuing.-A holder for tickets in roll form is provided with a guide in which the end of the strip is held so as to be easily accessible and against the edge of which the strip may be torn. The holder may be combined with a punch, as shown, and may have clips for suspension. The guide d, which slides in grooves e or is hinged to the case, has an aperture and a thumb-piece f. The end c of the strip, issuing from a slit band held between the guide and the case, is advanced by placing the thumb in the aperture. The lid q of the case is removable, and the pieces punched from the tickets by the punch j may be removed from the receiver o through the lid p.
Patent GB-190410846-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Spindle Apparatus of Mules and other Spinning or Twisting Machines.
Inventor: OLDFIELD HARRY
Filed: 1904-05-11
Granted: 1905-03-16
Abstract: 10,846. Oldfield, H., and Sykes, J. May 11. Spindle apparatus.-A device for coupling bobbins to the spindles of mules, ring frames, and other spinning or twisting machines consists of two half-circular bands of metal a pivoted together by a bent wire d encircling or partly encircling the spindle b and engaging with grooves or projections formed on the bobbin e. The bands a have upper and lower projections all which grip more tightly as the coupling is pushed further down the tapering spindle. The device will adapt itself to spindles of slightly varying diameters.
Patent GB-190412318-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Closing Springs for Pump Valves.
Filed: 1904-05-31
Granted: 1905-04-06
Abstract: 12,318. Barclay, Sons, & Co., A., and Turner, T. May 31. Pump valves.-In order to increase the efficiency of springs for the valves of high-speed pumps, a single spring or set of springs of heavier type replaces a number of lighter springs. The valves F, Fig. 3, are arranged either as concentric rings or in concentric series, and are kept against the seating by springs G, G<1> bearing against a holder A. The springs may be cylindrical, conical, or of arched formation, and they may also be formed like radiating spokes G, Fig. 10, or may be C-shaped. Several helical springs may be arranged in a circle.
Patent GB-190413169-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Electric Light Fittings.
Inventor: LEA HENRY
Filed: 1904-06-10
Granted: 1905-02-23
Abstract: 13,169. Lea, H. June 10. Supporting lamps.-An adjustable fitting for use in the lighting of machine tools, benches, drawing- boards, and the like consists o f tubes d, c, carrying the lamp a and a counterpoise k, and mounted in a partly spherical bearing h, j, so that they are held by friction in any required portion. The lamp a is placed in a holder b attached to the tube c, which can slide in the second tube d. A spring clip prevents the tube c from sliding down by its own weight. As shown, the clip consists of a sleeve e which engages the tube c through a hole in the tube d, and is pressed against it by a spring g contained in a cap f in the sleeve. On the tube d are two spheres h, k. The sphere h consists of three pieces, a lower hemisphere and a divided upper hemisphere. The sphere k, which serves as a counterpoise, is preferably identical in construction with the sphere h. The ball h is mounted in a slightly smaller hole in a plate j, which is attached to any suitable ledge or projection near the work to be lighted. Three small facets may project from the plate j into the aperture to form a seating for the ball h. In an alternative form, the spherical bearing and counterpoise are each made in one piece, and are separated by a short length of tubing. The tube d passes through the bearing, counterpoise, and separating- tube, and is sustained by a shoulder on its end, which rests against the counterpoise. To allow of further adjustment, the lower end of the tube c may be provided with a clip in which is pivoted a short arm carrying the lamp-holder. A wing nut or spring washer may be provided to retain the arm in any position by friction.