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Patent GB-190827006-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Safety or Relief Valves for Dealing with Low Pressure Steam
Inventor: AULD JOHN
IPC: F16K17/08
Filed: 1908-12-12
Granted: 1909-05-20
Abstract: 27,006. Auld, J. Dec. 12. [Patent of Addition to No. 9611,.A.D. 1908.] Safety-valves.-Relates to safety-valves of the kind described in Specification No. 9611, A.D. 1908, and consists in adapting such valves to work with steam at a very low pressure either above or below atmospheric pressure, more particularly for dealing with the exhaust steam from the blowing-engines of blast-furnaces or the like, or other engines. The steam enters the valve at i and normally flows away through the port o to be utilized for driving or heating, the outlet j being connected to the condenser. The inlet is connected by a pipe p with the underside of the piston c, past which the steam leaks to the upper side. The auxiliary valve k, which is operated by a diaphragm l, is situated in a separate casing having a connexion h to the upper piston space, an outlet w to the condenser, and a connexion u to the main steam inlet i. In the event of the exhaust pressure becoming excessive, the diaphragm l opens the valve k against the action of a spring s or a cylinder of compressed air, and puts the upper side of the piston c into communication with the condenser, whereby the main valve is opened wide to pass the excess steam to the condenser through the outlet j.
Patent GB-190900772-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mash Tuns.
Inventor: HUNT HENRY
Filed: 1909-01-12
Granted: 1909-10-21
Abstract: 772. Hunt, H. Jan. 12. Mash - tuns. - The space below the false bottom of a mash-tun is divided by partitions b into compartments which are provided with separate draw-off cocks e in the side of the tun. The partitions may consist of brass bars of T-section on which t h e plates forming the false bottom rest.
Patent GB-190906807-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Combustion Engines.
Inventor: PHILBROW WILLIAM ERNEST
IPC: F02B75/04
Filed: 1909-03-22
Granted: 1910-06-22
Abstract: 6807. Philbrow, W. E. March 22. Drawings to Specification. Driving-gear.-To vary the piston strokes during the suction and exhaust periods of four-strokecycle engines, a loose eccentric gudgeon or crankpin, or a loose eccentric sheave mounted on the crank-pin, or both, are employed, the combined effect of the cylinder pressures and the inertia of the moving parts being utilized to control the movements of the piston. The invention is an improvement on that described in Specification 18,737/00, the stops and locking - devices being dispensed with.
Patent GB-190907615-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Production of Gas suitable for Lighting, Heating and Power Producing Purposes by Means of Carburation of Air.
Inventor: PIEPLU HENRI MAURICE
IPC: C10J1/14
Filed: 1909-03-30
Granted: 1909-10-21
Abstract: 7615. PiÚplu, H. M. March 30, 1908, [Convention date]. Fixed-chamber apparatus; valve systems.-A liquid-measuring device for a carburetting- apparatus comprises a cylinder 5 in commnnication with the liquid reservoir, a cylinder 7 containing a longitudinally adjustable piston 25, and a cylinder 6 in communication with a carburettor 33. Spring-controlled admission and delivery valves 8, 16, the rods 9, 17 of which are surrounded by flexible diaphragms 10, 18, functioning as stuffing-boxes, are operated alternately by levers 3, 4 engaged by pins 2 on a disk 1 keyed on the blower shaft.
Patent GB-190907995-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Junction and the like Boxes adapted to Carry various Fittings such as Ceiling Roses, Fuses, Switches and the like, in Surface Systems of Electric Wiring for Buildings.
IPC: H02G3/06
Filed: 1909-04-03
Granted: 1910-04-04
Abstract: 7995. Simplex Conduits, Ltd., and Waterhouse, L. M. April 3. Cases.-Ceiling roses, and switch, plug, and like fittings are made with a series of screwed inlets adapted to receive either closing-plugs or screwed nozzles 5 to which the cables are joined. The nozzles are bored out with two diameters, the inner and smaller one being adapted to receive the cable stripped of the armour 2, and the larger and outer bore to receive the armoured cable. A conical nut 6 is provided on the outer end of the nozzle, and this when screwed up compresses a plastic metal or other washer 7 on to the cable so as to make a water-tight joint, and in the case of a metallic joint being used an electrically continuous joint. The nipples may be integral with the box and in the flange 4<a> of the box screw holes 4<b> on bayonet-slots 4<c> may be provided for securing the cover. Porcelain or like insulators are provided for taking the internal fitting.
Patent GB-190909320-A (GB)
Title: A New and Improved Centrolinead for Architects, Artists, Decorative Painters and others.
Inventor: ENGLISH CHARLES WILLIAM
IPC: B43L7/00
Filed: 1909-04-20
Granted: 1910-04-14
Abstract: 9320. English, C. W., and Sund, H. April 20. Centrolineads.-A centrolinead comprises in combination a rhombus-shaped or half-rhombusshaped head a and a straight-edge b secured thereto. The working edge h of the straightedge b is arranged in alinement with the shorter diagonal of the rhombus. The straight - edge may readily be changed from one side of the head to the other by means of nuts g. The head is slotted in the middle, as shown, to give an interior rhombic or part-rhombic figure, so that work can be performed involving very distant centres. The connecting-part, as shown in cross-section, Fig. 2, is made so that the interior and exterior edges of the head are unobstructed.
Patent GB-190910079-A (GB)
Title: Improvements connected with Laying, Cutting or like Machines.
Inventor: COLLIS ALFRED
IPC: B65H29/16
Filed: 1909-04-28
Granted: 1910-04-28
Abstract: 10,079. Collis, A. April 28. Delivery apparatus.- Relates to improvements connected with the rollers on the top and bottom runs of an endless band adapted to deliver, for example, to a laying- machine, sheets of paper cut in a cutting-machine. The improvements are especially adapted for use in machines of that type in which the delivery end of the belt rises as the sheets accumulate on the piling-table. The upper roller 19 is supported in brackets 18 carried by spindles 17 adjustably mounted in brackets 16, which are secured to a tube 12, Fig. 7, adapted to swing on fixed studs 13. The tube 12 is slotted, as shown at 14, and pins 15 are provided on the studs 13 to engage with the ends of the slots to limit the rising and falling movements of the roller 19. The lower roller 7, which serves to take up the slack of the belt 8, is supported in brackets 6 adjustably mounted on arms 5, attached by brackets 4 to a rock-shaft 3 mounted in brackets 2, which are adjustable along the length of the belt to vary the tension thereof. One or both of the bearings of each of the rollers referred to may be adjusted horizontally to vary the position of the roller on the belt to ensure true running of the belt. The mounting and adjustment of the lower roller may be modified. In each cise, the roller is constrained in its vertical movement to move parallel with itself. A fixed roller 11 is provided to prevent downward movement of the belt at this point. Specification 26,372/08 is referred to.
Patent GB-190916221-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of, and Means for, Securing or Affixing Together or in Position Tubular and Rod Members or Parts of Bedsteads, Cots, Ships' Berths, Furniture, Railings, Fenders and other analogous Articles.
Inventor: HOSKINS WILLIAM MARRIAN
IPC: F16B12/54
Filed: 1909-07-12
Granted: 1910-06-16
Abstract: 16,221. Hoskins, W. M. July 12. Frames, joints, and connexions.-The tubular members of metallic furniture, such as bedsteads, cots, ships' and other sleeping-berths, and curbs, are secured together by inserting the end c', Fig. 1, of one member c into the interior of another member a, and internally expanding or enlarging the inserted end c<4>. The expansion is effected by means of a taper plug or wedge e, Fig. 6, the smaller end of which is inserted in the end of the tube d before being inserted through the hole c<7> in the tube c<1>. Pressure is then applied by means of a suitable machine or tool to force the end of the tube d on to the plug e, so as to enlarge it to a size greater than the size of the hole c<7>. Mounts or ornaments m are attached as shown in Fig. 9. The taper plugs may have a different section from that of the tubes to be expanded. Instead of using solid plugs, they may be made in two parts e<1>, e<2> stamped or otherwise formed from sheet metal, the two parts being preferably made so that they can have a rocking action relatively to each other, as shown in Figs. 13 and 14. A bolster or mandrel may be inserted in the tubes to provide an abutment for the wedges, and is removed after the expansion. The plugs may be forced into the ends of the tubes by mandrels having inclined surfaces. When mandrels are used, the wedges may be removed after the expansion has been effected. In this case, shoulders or flanges are provided on the inserted parts to bear on the outside of the metal surrounding the holes in the pierced tube.
Patent GB-190917148-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Carburettors for Internal Combustion Engines using Liquid Fuel.
Inventor: MORGAN WILLIAM
Filed: 1909-07-23
Granted: 1910-07-14
Abstract: 17,148. Morgan, W., and Wood, E. B. July 23. Spray carburettors.- In addition to the fuel supplied through the ordinary nozzle, a constant supply of the same fuel in the form of vapour, produced solely or partly by external heat, is fed to the induction pipe on the engine side of the carburettor throttle valve. Mixture produced by air passing the nozzle 2 is baffled by a helical plug d, and passes to the engine through the throttle valve g. The float chamber m which supplies the nozzle 2, also supplies fuel to an annular chamber w, Fig. 6, which is heated internally and externally by exhaust gases or hot water in the space u. The vapour formed passes through the pipe y to a chamber k, Fig. 1, and thence-to the engine The supply to the chamber w is regulated by small orifices q, s and a well o communicating with the chamber m. At starting, the fuel falls in the well o, and, if the level gets below the orifice s, some air bubbles through. When at the level s, the fuel is delivered at a constant rate. The carburettor is jacketed at b.
Patent GB-190917738-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Military Sketching Boards.
Inventor: HODGSON GRAHAM FLETCHER
IPC: B43L13/00
Filed: 1909-07-30
Granted: 1910-07-07
Abstract: 17,738. Hodgson, G. F. July 30. Sketching-boards. - A sketching- board A has an opening in its centre in which is fitted a piece of glass C flush with the top of the board, and, under the board in a grooved ring D there revolves a plate carrying a compass box E which projects up into the opening. A handle H is attached to the revolving plate, so that, while the handle is held firmly, the board may be revolved. The paper used with this board is semi-transparent so that the needle may be seen. To the edge of the board is attached a bar I with a sleeve carrying a slotted bar J to act as a tee-square, and in this slot is mounted an alidade K.
Patent GB-190923948-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Carriers or Moving Platforms.
Inventor: SCHMIDT MAX EBERHARDT
IPC: B65G23/14
Filed: 1909-10-19
Granted: 1910-10-19
Abstract: 23,948. Schmidt, M. E. Oct. 28, 1908, [Convention date]. Moving platforms.-Rollers for imparting the propelling-power to moving platforms, such as are described in Specification 27,485/03, are arranged so as to be synchronously rotated. For this purpose, the shaft k of each roller w is provided with a pair of sprocket-wheels A, by means of which it is geared by chains to the adjacent rollers. Rollers at selected intervals are positively driven by motors j. An equalizing effect is further obtained by connecting by gearing G<1> some of the shafts separated by curves. On curved portions of the track, the shafts are connected by bevel or equivalent gearing.
Patent GB-190924645-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Means for Raising and Lowering Curtains and other Scenery in Theatres, Music Halls, and like Places.
Inventor: CONNOR LEO
IPC: A63J1/02
Filed: 1909-10-27
Granted: 1910-10-13
Abstract: 24,645. Connor, L. Oct. 27. Theatrical appliances. -Relates to apparatus for raising and lowering curtains, scenes, &c., and consists of an arrangement by which any one or set of a series can be operated at will. The scenes are suspended by cords passing over pulleys, and each is operated through a cord 10 connected to one of a series of slippers 13 travelling in vertical guides and capable of being raised and lowered by a cross-frame 18 carried on pillars, which are moved up and down by hydraulic or other mechanism. The crossframe 18 carries a series of pivoted catches 26<a> which normally stand clear of projections 13b on the slippers, but by an electrically-controlled device can be thrown outwards so as to engage the projection when the frame is raised. When a slipper is in the latter position, the frame in ascending carries it up, and hence raises the corresponding scene, until a projection 13<a> on the slipper passes a corresponding catch 26 mounted on a fixed beam 15, the catch engaging the projection when the beam 18 descends and thus retaining the slipper in its raised position. The catches 26<a> and 26 are operated by weights 27 acting through links 29 and toggle levers &c., these weights being normally held in inoperative position by an electrically-controlled catch 39. The weights are raised by arms 44<a>, 44<b> on shafts which are mounted respectively on the frame 18 and beam 15 and are rocked during the upward travel of the frame 18 so as to re-set the weights. Slot and spring connexions allow the weights to be moved upwards without affecting the position of the catches 26, 26<a>. The weights may be released mechanically if preferred. To lower a scene, the corresponding weight actuating the upper catch is released when the frame 18 is in its raised position, thus allowing the slipper to fall on to the catch carried by this frame. Adjustments are provided to regulate the extent to which the scene is lowered. Specification 26,231/07, [Class 20, Buildings &c.], is referred to.
Patent GB-190925758-A (GB)
Title: Machine for Measuring Cloth and like Material.
Inventor: LANTZ CHARLES HERBERT
IPC: G01B5/04
Filed: 1909-11-08
Granted: 1910-05-26
Abstract: 25,758. Lantz, C. H. Nov. 8. Feeding webs.-The frame of a machine for measuring cloth is provided at the ends with standards j, k, the rear ones of which are provided with casings b, Fig. 13, provided with recessed portions d to receive flanged holders f having conical recesses g which receive the devices that hold the fabric. The holders f are movable against the springs i to allow of the insertion of these devices, the springs also restraining the rotation of the holders f. Somewhat similar casings are provided on the front brackets, and one of the holders is adapted to be rotated by a handle p through gearing s, t. The holders for the material are mounted on conical stems, which fit into the recesses g and may consist of kerfed T-pieces to hold cards as shown, or may have disks provided with points, or conical heads, when rollers are employed for giving off and taking up the material.
Patent GB-190928481-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Propellers.
Inventor: ANTONI GUIDO
IPC: B63H1/12
Filed: 1909-12-06
Granted: 1910-01-27
Abstract: 28,481. Antoni, G., and Antoni, U. Dec. 7, 1908, [Convention date]. P r o p e l l i n g by vibrating plates or fins. - A flexible plate adapted to oscillate about the axis Y, Fig. 1, is tapered from this axis towards the outer edge, and has a parabolic outline, as shown in Fig. 2. In the modification shown in Figs. 3, 4, and 5, the propeller is tapered in directions parallel to and perpendicular to the horizontal axis, and has the form of a trapezoid with two rightangles, the leading edge a b being the longer of the two parallel sides.
Patent GB-190928526-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Dovetails for Carriage Doors or the like.
Inventor: SPEIGHT ALFRED
IPC: B60J1/00
Filed: 1909-12-07
Granted: 1910-12-01
Abstract: 28,526. Speight, A. Dec. 7. Doors for passenger vehicles.-Dovetail fittings for preventing vibration of carriage doors are provided with means for adjustment to take up wear. A plate D carrying the dovetail groove is fixed to the door frame, and a plate A carrying the adjustable dovetail block B to engage the groove is fixed to the door. A tapped hole in the block B receives a screw C passing loosely through lugs E<1>, E<2> on the plate A. The screw C is turned to adjust the block for wear, a tongue G on the block engaging a slot F in the plate A. The device may be fitted to the vertical opening edge or to the top or bottom opening edges of the door.
Patent GB-190928587-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Racquet Presses.
Inventor: WILD GEORGE LEWIS
IPC: A63B60/44
Filed: 1909-12-07
Granted: 1910-09-01
Abstract: 28,587. Wild, G. L. Dec. 7. Racket presses. - In presses consisting of two rectangular frames a connected at three corners by fixed bolts and winged nuts, the fourth bolt c<Î> is carried by a plate c<Î2> hinged in the plane of the lower face of the press. This bolt engages in slots d in the sides of the frames in the manner shown.
Patent GB-190929573-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Process of Manufacturing Material or Stuff of Open, Non-woven Fibre.
Inventor: HERZOG ALBERT
IPC: A41H41/00
Filed: 1909-12-17
Granted: 1910-06-02
Abstract: 29,573. Herzog, A. Dec. 17. Fabrics composed of fibrous materials agglutinated by adhesives.-Material of non-woven fibres is manufactured by applying fibres to an adhesive substance on a surface that can be heated, and sucking away continuously by a current of air the fibres that are not bound. The bound fibres are rolled and the operation is continued until the desired thickness is obtained. The fibres may be applied mechanically or by a current of air, and the surface may consist of a drum, plate, or band.
Patent GB-191001298-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Telephone Systems.
Inventor: DICKER STANLEY GORDON SINCLAIR
Filed: 1910-01-18
Granted: 1911-01-18
Abstract: 1298. Dicker, S. G. S., [Automatic Electric Co.]. Jan. 18. Swivelling joints.-In a joint between a rotating disk 104 and a link 120, the link is fixed to the ball, which is held in recesses in projections in two bars 282, one above, and the other below, the disk 104. A hole in the disk allows the recessed projections to meet. Slots 287, 288 permit adjustment of the point of connexion between the link and the disk.
Patent GB-191003537-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Moulding Dough.
Inventor: WILTON DANIEL
IPC: A21C7/01
Filed: 1910-02-14
Granted: 1910-11-03
Abstract: 3537. Wilton, D. Feb. 14. Rolling-machines. - Dough-moulding machines are fitted with a series of antifriction balls or rollers to prevent adhesion of the dough and to impart a smooth surface to the moulded lumps. Fig. 1 shows the application to a machine of the drum-and-casing type in which balls f, preferably mounted in ball races, are arranged in cups g in the sides of the machine. Fig. 6 shows the application to a machine of the trough-and-band type in which rollers f<1> are employed. If desired, a combination of balls and rollers may be used.
Patent GB-191005211-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Method of and Means for Water-proofing Leather.
Inventor: BENNETT JAMES BENET
IPC: C14C15/00
Filed: 1910-03-02
Granted: 1911-03-02
Abstract: 5211. Bennett, J. B., and Thorpe, C. March 2. Waterproofing.-Pieces of leather are waterproofed by placing them in an openwork holder c comprising a series of longitudinal wires c<1> and a series of cross wires c<2>, and immersing the holder in a bath a of waterproofing-material. The holder may be mounted on guide - rods. According to the Provisional Specification, the wires of the holder may be arranged vertically like a comb, and the holder or bath may have means for supporting the holder when raised out of the bath. Also, the holder may consist of a perforated sheet-metal frame.
Patent GB-191013528-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Arc Lamps.
Inventor: MOUL HERBERT EDMUND
IPC: H05B31/00
Filed: 1910-06-04
Granted: 1911-04-06
Abstract: 13,528. Moul, H. E. June 4. Arc lamps.-In the feeding of inclined electrodes, one of these descends uniformly, while the other has a step-by-step movement, so that a rubbing action is produced when the electrodes meet, to promote good contact. In the arrangement shown, a cord 3 supporting the holder of the second electrode is normally clamped between a block 17 and an eccentric 16, which has an arm 19, optionally spring-controlled. The eccentric is disengaged at intervals by means of a link 21, a lever 22, and a starwheel 24 driven by escapement mechanism, on the drum of which both carbon-holder cords are wound.
Patent GB-191014068-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Teasling or Nap-raising Machines.
Inventor: MUNDORF EMIL
IPC: D06C11/00
Filed: 1910-06-10
Granted: 1910-10-20
Abstract: 14,068. Mundorf, E. June 10. Pile, raising. - To effect a simultaneous drawing-out and combing of the nap, a raising- machine is provided with raising-rollers and raising-strips the teeth of which strips are kneeshaped and directed approximately parallel to the axis of the drum, and nearly at right-angles to the teeth of the rollers. In a machine having one drum only, the rollers and strips are arranged alternately as shown in Fig. 1; in a machine having more than one drum, the drums may alternately carry rollers and strips only.
Patent GB-191026821-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Rotary Pumps.
IPC: F04D13/04
Filed: 1910-11-18
Granted: 1911-08-17
Abstract: 26,821. Weir, G. & J., and Peterm÷ller, J. Nov. 18. Pumping - machines ; casings, centrifugalpump.-A rotary pump and its driving-motor are mounted on a standard so as to maintain alinement of the separate shafts, and facilitate dismantling when required. The pump shaft j and driving-turbine shaft a are connected by gearing o, f, and are carried in suspension bearings n, m. Each shaft has a steady-bearing h, b adjacent to the suspension bearing, and another steady-bearing k, c adjacent to the gear-box. Additional bearings may be provided, such as the bearing 10 for the pump shaft, and the bearings 8, 9 for the turbine. All of the bearings &c. are carried by a standard s on the pump-casing p. To facilitate removal of the shafts independently, the bearings, boxes, &c. are split longitudinally so that, on removal of one side, the shaft can be taken out. The covers 6, 7 of the pump casing are removable to allow the impeller to come out. According to the Provisional Specification, two intermediate gear-wheels may be arranged to mesh with the wheel f in order to balance the pressures thereon.
Patent GB-191027277-A (GB)
Title: Improved Thermally Actuated Electric Switch.
Inventor: DICKSON WILLIAM KENNEDY-LAURIE
IPC: H01H61/06
Filed: 1910-11-23
Granted: 1911-11-16
Abstract: 27,277. Dickson, W. K.-L. Nov. 23. Thermal interrupters.-In thermal make-andbreak switches of the kind in which a contactbar d is moved in reciprocating manner between two contacts and alternately closes circuits therewith, the movements of the bar being caused by two metallic or other bars a, b carrying heating-coils, a spring g is provided to give a " snap " movement from one contact to the other. In the form shown, the contact-bar d is supported by a recessed, block c which is engaged by the bent ends of the bars a, b. In a modification, the contact-bar is pivoted and carries a cross-piece against which the bars a, b alternately press. Specification 8231/07 is referred to.