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Patent GB-190005129-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Couplings suitable for Hose Pipes and the like.
Inventor: WELLS LIONEL DE LAUTOUR
Filed: 1900-03-17
Granted: 1900-09-01
Abstract: 5129. Wells, L. de L. March 17. Couplings, disconnectible.-Relates to couplings for hose pipes and the like which comprise a pair of identical part couplings formed with forwardlyextending lugs and provided with spring catches, so that, as the part couplings are forced together end to end, each catch of each part automatically engages with the other part in such wise as to prevent movement. In the coupling shown in Fig. 1, each screwed tube 1 has an annular recess 2, into which fits the elastic washer 5. The washer is held in place by the walls 3 and the lips 3<a>. The spring-pressed catch or bolt 7 has a rounded end which fits into the recess 9 in the flange of the metal tube. Twisting movement of the parts is prevented by the sides of the lugs 6 on the parts 1 abutting against each other. In a modified form, there are three equidistant lugs 6, each provided with catches, hut only one requiring a spring 8.
Patent GB-190101858-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cooling, Ice-making, Cold Storage and the like.
Inventor: JOLY CELESTE
IPC: F25B17/00
Filed: 1901-01-28
Granted: 1902-01-23
Abstract: 1858. Joly, C., and Richardson, E. J. Jan. 28. Cooling.-Relates to ammonia and like absorption machines in which use may be made of ammonia absorbed by water or by calcium, silver, or arsenious or other chlorides or other salts, sulphur dioxide by water and alcohol, or nitrous oxide by cold concentrated solutions of ferrous sulphate. The apparatus may be divided into two portions, one consisting of the evaporator, refrigerator, and absorber, and the other part forming the regenerator plant for reproducing the strong liquor or liquefied gas for the storage of cold. The former part may be portable or attached to railway vehicles, or may be supplied with strong liquor from the separate regenerating plant, or the whole may be used together in one place. The desired degree of cold is maintained by an adjustable blow-off valve on the liquid-storage cylinder, and the vapour is absorbed at a pressure to reduce the amount of absorbent necessary. Fig. 1 is a diagram of a complete plant with a liquefied-gas receptacle 11, adjustable valve 14, refrigerator coil 15, absorber 17, condenser 6, and heating-coil 1 for heating the absorber when acting as the generator. This coil and the condenser are omitted if the central station or separate plant is used, and the parts may be otherwise arranged.
Patent GB-190105697-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Fenders or Safety Devices for Vehicles.
Inventor: MEYER CHRISTOPHER HEINRICH AUG
Filed: 1901-03-18
Granted: 1902-02-13
Abstract: 5697. Meyer, C. H. A. Nov. 17, A.D. 1900, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Obstruction-removers for tramcars and the like. Angle pieces a, journalled in bearings b, contain eccentrically-arranged wooden blocks d, which, when lowered, lift the car wheels slightly and bring the rollers e upon the rails. Plates h, h<1> bolted to the parts a carry sets of springs i, k, and shoes m attached to the springs k have eyes n, o which receive a bar p on which the rollers q, r are mounted.
Patent GB-190106887-A (GB)
Title: Improvements connected with Screw Operated Brick Pressing Machines.
Inventor: PULLAN JOHN SAMUEL
Filed: 1901-04-02
Granted: 1901-12-14
Abstract: 6887. Pullan, J. S., and Mann, W. H. April 2. Moulding bricks.-The driving-shaft A of a screw press is set in motion by depressing the handle T of a bell-crank lever S, and is reversed, when the plunger L reaches the bottom of its stroke, by a projection N of the plunger coming in contact with an arm of the lever. The movement of the lever is imparted to a sliding-rod J, operating a clutch or endless belts E, F, and the reversing movement is assisted by a tumbler V, which is thrown over by the lever. On the upward movement of the plunger, an inclined block P of the plunger acts on a roller K of the rod J, and throws the drivirg-gear out of action. A bevelled flywheel Y at the upper end of the screw comes in contact with an inclined brake-block Z, carried by a flexible arm Z<1>, when the plunger is at the top of its stroke, and the machine is thus brought to rest.
Patent GB-190106911-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Oil Lamps and Burners.
Inventor: GUIMARAES JULIO
Filed: 1901-04-02
Granted: 1901-06-29
Abstract: 6911. Guimaraes, J. April 2. Chimneyless oil lamps.-A flat - wick burner f with its wick - chamber c is arranged within an air-supply tube b, which is arranged centrally within the oil reservoir a, and to which air is admitted through perforations o in the pedestal n. The oil passes from the reservoir a to the wick-chamber c through perforations in the walls d, and additional air, entering through perforations m in the burner body i, k, traverses the perforated baffle or tray m<1>, and passes to the flame beneath and between the double burner cones p, r.
Patent GB-190107853-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Metallic Bodies for Automobiles and other Vehicles
Inventor: HADDAN HERBERT JOHN
Filed: 1901-04-16
Granted: 1901-05-18
Abstract: 7853. Haddan, H. J., [Eastman Automobile Co.]. April 16. Bodies.-Relates to metal bodies in which the object is to combine incombustibility, rigidity, and interchangeability of parts, and to protect the exterior finish from heat. Figs. 2 and 9 show vertical sections taken at right-angles to each other. To a three-sided frame 4 of angle-bar is detachably secured the lower angle-bar main frame 1 which extends the whole length of the body. The side and rear openings are closed by light metal frames 9 suitably embossed and lined with incombustible and insulating material, the top is closed by a hinged panel 9, and the bottom by a grating 3. At the front are two flanged side panels 19 with bosses 22 by which they bear against, and are secured to, the maiu frame 1. Suitable corner and transverse braces are also provided.
Patent GB-190117137-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Collapsable Stretchers.
Inventor: FREULER KASPAR
Filed: 1901-08-27
Granted: 1901-10-19
Abstract: 17,137. Freuler, K. Aug. 27. Litters, ambulance.-A collapsable stretcher comprises lazytongs ends and sides, the upper ends c of which are pivoted to brackets fixed rigidly to posts d ... d<6>, the lower ends being pivoted to brackets l which pass through slots l<1> in the posts and are secured to tubes m connected by springs n with the top of the posts as shown in Fig. 6. The sides are connected at intervals by links v, Fig. 4, pivoted to the lower joints of the sides and supported by links w connecting the upper joints to slots w<1> in the links. The links v and the bars of the lazy-tongs arrangements are provided with lugs t and notches s, which engage and limit the outward motion. Handles k<1>...k<4>, pivoted to the posts d<1>...d<4>, have arms p formed with notches q to engage pins on the brackets l when in extended position. Bars u, u', pivoted at u<2>, u<3>, form a head piece. The stretcher cloth is secured to lugs y on the posts, and is hooked on to eyelets formed on the upper pivot pins of the links.
Patent GB-190117506-A (GB)
Title: Blotting Paper Holder
Inventor: MEUNIER MAURICE
Filed: 1901-08-31
Granted: 1901-10-05
Abstract: 17,506. Meunier, M. Aug. 31. Blotting-applia n c e s ; stationery cases. - The blotting-case 1 is provided with pockets 2 for stationery &c. Sheets of blotting- paper are fastened between the covers. Advertisements may appear on either side of the covers, and also upon the blotting- paper.
Patent GB-190117879-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Mechanical Fans
Inventor: KAISER GABRIEL
Filed: 1901-09-06
Granted: 1901-12-31
Abstract: 17,879. Kaiser, G. Sept. 6. Fans.-A fan to be held in the hand comprises three blades a which fold together but are held apart at equal distances, when unfolded, by a stop i. The blades are mounted on a spindle n carrying a pinion o and rapidly rotated by a train of gearing and levers, comprising a lever x pivoted at y and carrying the gearing, a lever 5 pivoted at 6 and to the end of the lever x at 4, and connected to a third lever 1 at 7, which lever 1 is pivoted to the lever x at 2 and is operated at its free end by a folding rod 9. A quadrant on the lever 1 drives a pinion q carrying a ratchet-wheel s which drives a pawl t on the wheel p gearing with the pinion o. The levers are returned by a spring 10. A modified arrangement for applying the power to the lever 1 is described.
Patent GB-190119826-A (GB)
Title: Method of and Apparatus for Purifying Gases.
Inventor: SALTAR JOHN
Filed: 1901-10-04
Granted: 1902-01-23
Abstract: 19,826. Abel, C. D., [Saltar, J.]. Oct. 4. Separators for gaseous substances.-Relates to centrifugal apparatus for separating dust and other impurities from gas. The centrifugal apparatus consists of a metal case e, e<1 >in two parts connected by pins and slots. The part e is driven by a belt and pulley c, and each part is mounted in bearings b, of which the one carrying the part e<1> is adjustable. The part e carries a diaphragm d attached by radial ribs. The form shown in Fig. 1 is suitable for removing viscous impurities, such as tar, the parts being separated at intervals of time to discharge the separated impurities. In a modification for separating the dust, the parts e, e<1> are connected, but an annular channel with a guard ring is provided to enable a constant stream of water or other liquid to discharge the impurities. The water is only in contact with the gas near the periphery of the apparatus, the part e being formed with a spaced lining to prevent contact during the radial traverse.
Patent GB-190205564-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Railway or similar Vehicle Couplings.
Inventor: BERRISCH FRANZ
Filed: 1902-03-06
Granted: 1902-09-04
Abstract: 5564. Berrisch, F. March 6. Couplings, automatic.-Fig. 1 shows a sectional elevation and Fig. 2 a plan. The spring claws e are adapted to enter the socket band automatically engage the shoulders f. As the claws enter the socket, the part m pushes the pin l and, through the connections shown, closes the valve p and opens the cock n admitting compressed air through the port h to the spring-pressed piston o' which forces the bolt i against and locks the claws e. The vehicles are uncoupled by closing the cock n and exhausting the chamber through the valve p.
Patent GB-190208979-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Valves.
Filed: 1902-04-17
Granted: 1903-03-19
Abstract: 8979. Wilson, W. G., and Wilson & Pilcher. April 17. Checkvalves.-A valve c, .specially applicable for use as an induction valve for a vapour or explosion engine for a motor road vehicle, has its spindle d screwed to receive a long nut e, which is secured by a pin h placed near one end of the nut. The uppermost coils of the valve spring f keep the pin in position.
Patent GB-190216336-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in High Speed Marine Engines.
Inventor: MARSHALL FRANK THEODORE
Filed: 1902-07-22
Granted: 1902-10-02
Abstract: 16,336. Marshall, F. T., and Allan, J. M. July 22. High-speed multiple-expansion marine engines; balancing moving parts.-Consists in a construction of triple-expansion high-speed marine engine, in which the objects are to obtain large power relatively to the dimensions, uniform turning movement, efficient balancing of the working parts, and the smallest possible length in the fore and aft direction. As shown in elevation in Fig. 1, and in plan in Fig. 2, there are six cylinders working on six cranks, forming two complete triple-expansion engines with the high-pressure cylinders 1, 6 placed at the extreme ends, the lowpressure cylinders 3. 4 at the centre, and the two intermediate cylinders 2, 5, each between the other two. The cylinders in each pair reckoning from one end, viz., 1, 2 and 3, 4 and 5, 6, work on opposite cranks, and the whole series of cranks is disposed so as to divide the crank circle into six equal parts. The valves, in the example shown, are driven by four sets of valve gear, viz., one for each of the double valves situated between, and serving, the high-pressure and intermediate pressure cylinders, and one each for the two valves at the centre between the two low-pressure cylinders. The latter will be diametrically opposite each other, and therefore balanced ; the other valve gears, if necessary, may be balanced by moving weights added at any convenient point. If desired, a double valve and a single valve motion may be placed at the centre in place of the two valves and gears to serve both low-pressure cylinders.
Patent GB-190216736-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Bead Threading Machines
Inventor: AMANS PAUL
Filed: 1902-07-28
Granted: 1903-09-28
Abstract: 16,736. Amans, P. July 28. Beads, threading.-The beads are picked up from a rotating tray M, Figs. 2, 3, and 8, by undulated needles a, b, to which the threads are attached. The needle curves increase in radius from the free end a, and are retained by means of pulleys 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, which are provided with toothed grooves, as shown in Fig. 8, for feeding the beads, and are correspondingly of increasing diameter. The pulleys 1, 3, 5 are carried by hangers fixed to a support P, and the pulleys 2, 4 are carried by an arm C pivoted to the support P. The pulley 1 is provided with a slot-and-screw adjustment C<1>. The beads leaving the needles are grouped upon the threads c', Fig. 6, by means of a brake consisting of upper and lower pairs of jaws y, y<1> and z, z<1>, which are actuated by segmental gears s, s<1> and K, K<1> so that the upper jaws are opened and closed before the lower jaws. The beads are fed to the tray through a funnel v<1>, Fig. 3, and the surface is maintained by means of discs d on a shaft a' carried by a bracket T. The supply of beads to each needle can be cut off by means of a fork F, Fig. 8, attached to a pivoted armature a<2> of an electromagnet E. The vertical parts of the threads c<1>, Fig. 4, pass over grooved pulleys m, m<1>, m<11> on a reciprocating carriage Q. The pulley m<1> is carried on a pivoted arm L. A shaking wire z passes between the pulleys m, m<1>, m<11>. The horizontal or inclined parts of the threads c', Fig. 5, which lead to bobbins or other winding-devices, pass over an endless apron T, which is supported on rollers R', R<3>, R<5>, R<7> and is undulated by means of adjustable rollers R<2>, R<4>, R<6> carried by a slide bar H resting on rollers r<1>, r<11>, r<111>.
Patent GB-190220368-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Rotary Pump.
Inventor: SMITH WILLIAM
Filed: 1902-09-18
Granted: 1903-09-18
Abstract: 20,368. Smith, W. Sept. 18. Annular-chamber type of pumps. As shown in plan in Fig. 3, a hollow trunnion e has an inlet l<2> and an outlet l<1>, which lead to the ports h, Fig. 1, in a fixed abutment f. The trunnion carries a rotary casing a formed of side plates b bolted to a rim c, which has recesses n to receive the hiogelike ends of the pump blades o. The abutment is partly concentric to the casing, and also allows the withdrawn blades to pass between it and the casing. The blades may be arranged in pairs and oppositely inclined to form a reversible pump. The pump may be driven by means of a handle p or by power, and the trunnion may pass through the casing and have an inlet at one end and an outlet at the other end.
Patent GB-190224336-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Mechanically Propelled Aerial Vehicles
Inventor: WALDEN HOWARD DE
Filed: 1902-11-06
Granted: 1903-09-24
Abstract: 24,336. Howard de Walden, Lord, and Knudsen, H. Nov. 6. AÙrial machines with aÙrostats.-An aÙrial machine is constructed with a number of balloons c placed side by side at the top, two sets of louvre-like aÙroplanes d, d, four screw propellers g, two rudders e, e, and a car b suspended at a considerable distance below the aeroplanes by a light steel tubular framework a. The aÙroplanes are constructed with their front edges .straight and their rear edges dipping in the middle. They consist of frames covered with oiled silk, goldbeaters' skin, or other suitable material. They are pivoted at their front and rear edges respectively, and are adjusted in inclination by rods d<4>, a lever d<5>, a chain d<7>, and a wheel d<8>. Each rudder consists of a flat inverted bag of flexible material mounted on a frame e<2>, which is hinged at e<1> and controlled by cords e<6> and a wheel e<8>. The bottom framework of each rudder consists of jointed rods e<3>, Fig. 4, sliding at e<4> on a central rod e<5> so that, when the machine is descending, the rudders can open and act as parachutes. A parachute is also housed over the balloons c for use if required. The propellers g are driven by cords g<1>and pulleys g<2> from motors g<4>. An expanding fin h is fitted to the bottom of the car to lessen swaying. Rubber-covered wheels i support the machine when on the ground. To start the machine, it is supported by wheels j<2> on a pair of raised rails fitted also with guard rails, and is drawn along by an endless band driven by a stationary motor.
Patent GB-190227613-A (GB)
Title: Telescopic Means for Measuring Angles.
Inventor: LYON MAJOR CHARLES
Filed: 1902-12-15
Granted: 1903-10-08
Abstract: 27,613. Lyon, C. Dec 15. Theodolites.-Relates to means for measuring angles by means of a telescope designed for the observation of gun fire, but which can be adapted to any telescope. An " observation of fire " telescope is mounted on a socket c, joined to an axle passing through the centre of a horizontal table a and loose graduated disc h, so as to be movable in horizontal and vertical planes. A pointer f, moving over a graduated scale g and attached to one of the trunnions d<1>, indicates angular elevation. To determine the horizontal angular distance between two objects, the telescope is directed at one, and the loose graduated disc h is clamped so that a pointer i, attached to the socket c, points to zero. When the telescope is directed at the other object, the angular horizontal distance is indicated by the pointer i.
Patent GB-190301341-A (GB)
Title: The Balancing of Reciprocating Engines
Inventor: PERRY JOHN
Filed: 1903-01-20
Granted: 1903-11-19
Abstract: 1341. Perry, J. Jan. 20. Balancing moving parts; governing.-Relates to (a) the balancing of pistons, piston-rods, and crossheads, (b) the balancing of connecting-rods, (c) the counteracting of vibrations in engines that are nearly balanced, and (d) the automatic synchronizing of two or more engines to prevent vibrations in ships' engine rooms &c. (a) Fig. 1 shows means for balancing pistons, piston-rods, &c. by adding masses so that the centre of gravity of all the moving parts remains stationary. The crosshead b is connected by links g to weighted levers d, h pivoted at e to the engine frame c. A body of water moved by a pump may take the place of the weights h. (b) The method of balancing the surging moments in the connecting- rods of two-line engines is shown diagrammatically in Figs. 3 and 4 in connection with an engine driving two cranks at right-angles, such as a locomotive. Weighted levers, as in Fig. 1, are employed to balance the reciprocating movements in each line, but the weights h are made unequal, for instance in the proportion of 1À1 to À9, so that the surging moment set up by this inequality in the line m shall balance the surging moment of the connecting-rod in the line n, and vice versÔ. The cylinder may reciprocate to balance the piston &c., and its top and bottom may be of different weights to produce the necessary surging moment. (c) To balance a nearly-balanced engine completely, the exact movements of the frame are found by means of sensitive instruments, and each of these movements is separately balanced by suspending by springs o, Fig. 5, a mass such as l, the period of vibration of which is 71 per cent. of that of the engine frame on which it is mounted. (d) To cause engines to run synchronously with their cranks at that angle to each other at which they produce the least vibration, a difference of speed between the engines, or between a clock or some other motor of constant speed and the engines is utilized to start a relay motor which controls the supply of fluid to the engine. Several electric devices for this purpose are described, of which that shown in Figs. 7 and 8 is an example. The relay motor, by means of worm gearing 17, 18, adjusts a right and left handed screwed sleeve 16, Fig. 7, which alters the length of the rod 15 from the engine governor to the throttle valve without interfering with the action of the governor. The relay motor p, Fig. 8, is an electrical one, which is put into circuit by a reversing-switch x, worked by one of two electromagnets u. The magnet is excited if one of the commutators q, r, driven respectively by the two engines, closes its circuit before the other. The excited magnet also attracts an armature 10, which cuts out the other magnet.
Patent GB-190303028-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Machinery for Moulding Bricks and the like.
Inventor: PARKER THOMAS
Filed: 1903-02-09
Granted: 1904-02-04
Abstract: 3028. Parker, T. Feb. 9. Moulding bricks.-Relates to the construction of a press having several moulds, the plungers being operated by cams on the same sbaft. The moulds are arranged side by side on opposite sides of the shaft, opposite plungers passing through the same stages simultaneously. Figs. 1 and 2 show an elevation and horizontal section, respectively, of one half of a machine. The clay is fed into the hopper l, provided with a cut-off i. The sides of the mould-boxes g are produced, thus forming guides for the plungers f, which are bored and slotted to receive the perforating-wires n and the plates m, to which the wires are attached. The springs e allow the rollers to engage with the cam flanges without shock.
Patent GB-190306017-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Rotary Water Meters.
Inventor: THORP THOMAS
Filed: 1903-03-16
Granted: 1904-02-18
Abstract: 6017. Thorp, T. March 16. Counting-apparatus.-In the turbine or vanewheel water meter shown, a box 28 is formed in the outlet chamber 3 of the meter and contains speed-reducing gearing 33 which transmits the motion of the vane wheel to a registering-apparatus 40 in an upper compartment. The spindle 23 of the vane wheel and the spindles of the reducing-gearing, which run in water, are formed with pivots 24 at their upper ends working at their lower ends in jewelled sockets into which pivots 22 fit. The spindle 34 which transmits the rotation from the outlet chamber to the registering-apparatus has a shoulder which fits against a conical washer, kept in place by a conical-ended sleeve 37, and forming a stuffing-box. The spindle is pressed upwards by the water pressure and a spring 45.
Patent GB-190318751-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Crucible Filling or Charging Apparatus.
Inventor: MATHER WILLIAM SCHOLEY
Filed: 1903-08-31
Granted: 1903-11-26
Abstract: 18,751. Mather, W. S. Aug. 31. Crucibles.-Relates to means for charging crucibles, and for shaking them while being charged. The crucible to be filled is placed on a table 1, and may be fixed in position by lugs 2. Radiation from the crucible may be prevented by a fixed shield 4 at the rear, and a hinged shield 5 in front. Lugs 6 at the sides of the table straddle a shaft 8, provided with angular or other cams which shake the table vertically. It is at the same time oscillated about the shaft by the bell crank 11, the pin 17 of which may be made adjustable in slots, by means of a hand-lever, to vary the length of the oscillations. When the crucible is nearly full, the table may be lifted clear of the cams, so that the vertical movements are discontinued. The crucible is filled through a funnel 23, which is hinged at one side, and secured by a pin 28 at the other, as shown in Figs. 1 and 5. The funnel may lap over the mouth of the crucible, or may have a flange, fitting within the mouth. The charges are contained in pans 31, running on rails in the manner shown in Fig. 1. Each is open at the large end, and is closed by a hinged piece 33, Fig. 3, which forms a shoot when opened by with. drawing the pin 36. The pan, while being emptied, may be agitated by an arm 42, projecting from the shield or table.