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Patent GB-190611798-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Protecting and Measuring Fabrics.
Inventor: SCHUBERT MAX
Filed: 1906-05-21
Granted: 1906-08-16
Abstract: 11,798. Schubert, M., and Rechnitz, O. May 21. Measures of length.-The strips of paper &c., which are generally placed, between successive layers of trimmings, lace, woollen goods, &c. when being packed are strengthened at their edges, the strengthened parts being impressed with measuring- divisions to facilitate measurement of the packed material. The edges of the paper strips may be strengthened by folding the paper over twice as shown in Fig. 2, or by means of a separate strip a, Fig. 3, the folded parts being secured by paste. In the modification shown in Fig. 1, pieces of string, tape &c. are placed in the folded edges. [Reference has been directed under Patents Act, 1902, to Specifications No. 3132, A.D. 1880, and No. 5947, A.D. 1896, [Abridgment Class Fabrics, Dressing &c.], and No. 11,832, A.D. 1905.]
Patent GB-190613802-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Finger Guards for Ironing Machines and the like.
Inventor: WRIGHT WILLIAM HENRY
Filed: 1906-06-16
Granted: 1906-10-25
Abstract: 13,802. Wright, W. H. June 16. Guards.-A finger guard for ironing-machines having a heated roller and moving table consists of a tumbler C of section as shown which runs the length of the roller A. It is pivoted at each end as at C', and its travel is limited by the pin C<4> in a slotted plate connected to the bracket D. On the introduction between C<2> and the table of a finger, for instance, the whole swings on the pivots, the end C<3> falls and prevents the finger moving further towards the roller. A counterweight F brings the tumbler back when the finger is withdrawn.
Patent GB-190618445-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Glow Lamp Holders, specially applicable to Metallic Conduits.
Inventor: WATERHOUSE LAURENCE MAXWELL
Filed: 1906-08-17
Granted: 1907-05-09
Abstract: 18,445. Waterhouse, L. M. Aug. 17. Incandescent lamps, holders for. A holder adapted for direct attachment to a conduit for the wires, but capable also of suspension from flexible conductors, consists of an internally - threaded ring 2 non-rotatably secured, as by a screw 6, in a bayonet-slotted barrel 1, and engaging a porcelain block 4, which carries terminals and plungers. The ring 2 is screwed on to the end of the conduit or, as shown, on to a tube 3<a> holding a cord-grip. A lock-nut 9, rubber or like washer 11, and shade or drip-shedder 10 may be provided. All parts, except the block 4, terminals, and plungers, are of galvanized steel or iron.
Patent GB-190625735-A (GB)
Title: Improved Manufacture of Aqueous Solutions of Caoutchouc and the Application thereof for Regenerating Caoutchouc.
Inventor: ALEXANDER PAUL
Filed: 1906-11-14
Granted: 1907-10-10
Abstract: 25,735. Alexander, P. Nov. 14. India-rubber, purifying.-Relates to the process described in Specification No. 14,681, A.D. 1905. The caoutchouc is dissolved in some suitable solvent, and treated with alkali as before ; but, before distilling with steam, water is added to the mass. In this way, a viscous mass and an alkaline liquid are formed. The liquid is poured off and the mass may be dissolved in hot or cold water, under pressure if necessary. When the process is applied to regenerating waste caoutchouc, impurities are separated out by filtration or subsidence, after the alkali has been added, and again after the mass has been dissolved in water. By using a suitable precipitant, such as an acid or chimney gases, pure caoutchouc is obtained.
Patent GB-190629311-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Ball Mills.
Inventor: BRENDEL BRUNO
Filed: 1906-12-22
Granted: 1907-10-03
Abstract: 29,311. Brendel, B. May 26, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Ball mills.-The drom m, Figs. 1 and 2, of a ball mill is surrounded by concentric cylindrical sieves a, a<1> provided with helical projections i to move the material falling through the outlet slots s along the sifting-surfaces. The projections may consist of angle-irons, T-irons, or wooden laths, or corrugations may be formed in the sieves. The material that does not pass through the sieves is returned to the grinding-drum by two sets of passages k, k<1>, arranged at the inlet end of the drum and fitted with deflecting-plates extending across the space between the grinding-drum and the sifting-cylinders, openings being former in the drum at or near the inner end of each plate and preferably between two of the grinding-plates m<1> at opposite sides of the drum.
Patent GB-190703248-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Method of Forming the Joints of Stoneware and Earthenware Pipes
Inventor: SMITH WILLIAM JAMES
Filed: 1907-02-09
Granted: 1907-05-30
Abstract: 3248. Smith, W. J. Feb. 9. Spigot - and - socket joints. - The spigots of earthenware or stoneware pipes are' formed with a flange B extending half-round the circumference of the pipe, the depth of the flange being such that when the spigot is inserted in the socket, true alinement is obtained. The joint is finished by filling in the space D with cement in the usual way. Specifications No. 1546, A.D. 1886, and No. 25,802, A.D. 1897, are referred to.
Patent GB-190710023-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Means for Ejecting Spent Cartridges from Small-arms
Inventor: LAKE HAROLD WILLIAMSON
Filed: 1907-04-30
Granted: 1908-03-19
Abstract: 10,023. Lake, H. W., [Winchester Repeating Arms Co.]. April 30. Sights; breech actions, sliding breech block. - In gun s having top ejection - openings and centrallyarranged telescopes, the empty cartridge cases are deflected laterally clear of the telescope 7 by a sheet - metal deflector 2, shown in crosssection in Fig. 2, attached by screws 3 to the gun-frame 4,
Patent GB-190714276-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Screens and the like
Inventor: EHRHARD CHARLES
Filed: 1907-06-20
Granted: 1907-09-26
Abstract: 14,276. Ehrhard, C. June 20. Hinges.-A hinge for screens, doors, &c., which will permit folding in either direction, comprises a rod a, Fig. 1, of rigid material enclosed between two pieces b of flexible material which are sewn together or otherwise attached at c. The material b may form part of the fabric with which the screen is covered, but preferably it is separate therefrom, the ends d being attached directly to the frames e by nailing &c., or to laths which in turn are secured to the frames. These arrangements may be strengthened by the addition of metallic hinges h, Fig. 2, at the ends.
Patent GB-190716087-A (GB)
Title: Telephone Alarm with Attuned Call.
Inventor: MACKENZIE JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1907-07-12
Granted: 1908-02-20
Abstract: 16,087. Mackenzie, J. W., [Lorenz, C.]. July 12. Electric bells.-A telephone call bell having an attuned striking-lever is constructed to obviate the disturbances arising from the single strokes of the striking-lever caused by currents of a frequency not corresponding with the attuning of the striking-lever, by fixing the armature to a spring support. The armature c, c' and striking-lever C<1> are formed from sheet metal in one piece which is bent on itself and riveted, leaving lugs c, c<1> for the armature and lugs c<4>, c<5> to be screwed to the supporting-spring d<4>. The spring d' is secured to slots in terminals d<2>, d<3>, which are screwed to an arched support A of non-magnetic material attached to the pole-pieces q, q<1>. The attuning of the striking-lever is effected by moving the hammer c<6>, or adjusting the positions of the bells G, G<1>, by means of screws w, w<1>, which are operated by a screw key and not by hand.
Patent GB-190721475-A (GB)
Title: Improved Electric Battery, also applicable for the Manufacture of Sulphuric Acid.
Inventor: BASSET LUCIEN PAUL
Filed: 1907-09-27
Granted: 1908-08-06
Abstract: 21,475. Basset, L. P. Oct. 2, 1906, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Primary batteries.-A primary battery consists of cells each divided into two compartment s by porous part tions, one compartment containing a solution of sulphurous acid in dilute sulphuric and the other containing nitrous acid dissolved in sulphur'c acid ; unattacked electrodes, say of carbon, are used. The oxidation of the sulphurous acid gives sulphuric, acid and nitric oxide with development of electric energy. The nitric oxide evolved is oxidized, say in a coke tower, and the oxides formed are redissolved in the electrolyte to be returned to the battery. The sulphuric acid may be sold, or be reconverted by means of carbon or sulphur into sulphurous acid for re-use. In the construction shown, the battery consists of carbon plates, porous partitions, and intermediate insulating-frames, say, of celluloid. Each of the carbons, except the end ones, may be slit throughout most of its length, an insulating-plate being inserted in the slit. The carbons, frames, and porous partitions are suitably perforated to allow the flow of the liquids ; the liquids and the current flow through the battery in series. In modified forms of the battery, the current and liquids both flow in parallel, or the current flows in series while the electrolyte flows in parallel.
Patent GB-190723180-A (GB)
Title: Means for Resetting Automatic Controlling Devices of Vehicles or Trains.
Inventor: KINSMAN FRANK EUGENE
Filed: 1907-10-21
Granted: 1908-04-30
Abstract: 23,180. Kinsman, F. E. Oct. 21. Stopping engines and trains.-Relates to brakes for railway vehicles which are automatically put into operation by devices on the track, and consists in means for re-setting the brake valves. The invention may be applied to each vehicle independently and (1) may be operated from any one of a number of points on the vehicle, or (2) may be operated by devices at a number of points on the vehicle operated simultaneously ; or the invention may be applied to a train so that the brake valves on all the vehicles can be re-set simultaneously from any vehicle, and each vehicle can be operated as an independent unit when separated. The resetting-devices may be operated pneumatically or electrically, as shown in Figs. 6 and 8 respectively. The brake-valve lever has a long arm 7 for engagement with the track, and two short cross-arms 10. When the valve is opened, one of the short arms 10 lifts the cross-head 28, as shown in Fig. 6. In the pneumatically-operated device, this operation raises a piston 27 and a valve 25. To re-set the lever, compressed air is admitted through the pipe 15 and the piston and cross-head are forced down to their original position. The valve 25 descends with the piston, and cuts off the piston chamber from the air supply, and a vent 31 connects the chamber with the atmosphere. Thecompressed air is supplied from the usual reservoir of the brake system, and is controlled (1) on independent vehicles by valves at either end ; or (2) on a train, in which all the resetting-devices are con. nected by pipes similar to the brake connexions, by any of the valves throughout the train. The electrically-operated device comprises an armature 29<11> attached to the cross - head 28, which is attracted to re set the valve lever by a solenoid 27<1>. This solenoid can be operated by a battery in series with one switch only, or in series with several switches at different points, say the two ends, of the vehicle.
Patent GB-190727298-A (GB)
Title: Contacting Device for Electrical Measuring and Indicating Instruments.
Inventor: JOHNSON JAMES YATE
Filed: 1907-12-10
Granted: 1908-10-15
Abstract: 27,298. Johason, J. Y., [Heraeus, W. C., (Firm of)]. Dec. 10. Signals, automatic-alarm.-An electrical measuring instrument, such as a moving-coil galvanometer G, the pointer D of which is adapted to come against an adjustable contact C closing an auxiliary circuit, is connected in parallel with the secondary winding of a transformer T, of which the primary winding is connected in the auxiliary circuit so that when this circuit is made a current is induced in the coil of the galvanometer G which gives an impulse to the moving system so as to prevent the contacts C, D from sticking. The current flowing through the primary of the transformer T flows through a coil 1, closing a relay R which puts a bell K in circuit with a battery B. If the switch A is closed the relay R is maintained closed by a coil 2 and the circuit through the primary of the transformer is broken by a switch E, operated by a coil 3.
Patent GB-190802495-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electrically Propelled Motor Road Vehicles.
Inventor: BLOXAM ARTHUR GEORGE
Filed: 1908-02-04
Granted: 1908-07-23
Abstract: 2495. Bloxam, A. G., [Siemens-Schuckertwerke Ges.]. Feb. 4. Motor road vehicles.-In an electrically-propelled motor road vehicle of the kind in which the motor casing has its axis at right-angles to, and is rigidly connected with the rear axle casing, the motor is mounted within a ring which is suspended on trunnions in the vehicle frame. Figs. 2 and 3 show the invention in cross-section and plan respectively, and Fig. 4 shows a modified arrangement. The motor casing a is rigidly connected by a tube b and tie-rods c to the casing d of the driving-axle. The motor is mounted preferably by means of a bayonet-joint so as to be capable of rotation in a ring e, which is suspended on trunnions g fixed to the frame of the car. In the modified form shown in Fig. 4, the motor is mounted as before, but an intermediate shaft k is provided, the bearings of which are carried by the tie-rods c.
Patent GB-190803173-A (GB)
Title: Method of Refining Steel.
Inventor: HIORTH ALBERT
Filed: 1908-02-12
Granted: 1908-06-04
Abstract: 3 1 7 3. Hiorth, A. Feb. 16, 1907, [date applied for under Section 91 of Patents &c. Act, 1907]. Materials for purifying and refining.-Vaporized sodium is blown into a molten mass of steel for refining purposes. The iron or steel may be contained in a crucible or converter and the sodium vapours may be introduced from a retort.
Patent GB-190805250-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Device for Engaging and Disengaging the Detachable Plate or Clutch to which the Balance Weight is Attached in Sliding Sash Windows.
Inventor: BROWN HAMILTON
Filed: 1908-03-09
Granted: 1908-06-11
Abstract: 5250. Brown, H., and Barton, R. March 9. Windows. - Relates to detachable sash - cord holders for hinged sliding sashes. The sash cord is attached to a plate A formed with an inclined slot in which slides a bolt C provided with projections D, E engaging with a plate G secured to the sash. When the window is swivelled, the bolt C is shot into a keeper 1, the movement of the bolt being limited by a catch C<1> engaging a shoulder B' formed in the slot. Fig. 4 shows a modification in which a spring-actuated bolt is used.
Patent GB-190805912-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Moulding Boxes for Foundry Use.
Filed: 1908-03-17
Granted: 1909-01-07
Abstract: 5912. Meynell & Sons, and Guest, A. E. March 17. Moulding.- Moulding-boxes have their engaging edges bevelled as at a, a' to secure registration independently of guide-pins c<1>, which may be omitted. The edges may have curved engaging surfaces.
Patent GB-190815782-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Gas Fires and the like.
Inventor: YATES HARRY JAMES
Filed: 1908-07-24
Granted: 1909-05-06
Abstract: 15,782. Yates, H. J. July 24. Gas fires.-The refractory material or "fuel" used in gas fires and the like is made in the form of separate irregular skeleton - like columns a which are held in position by hook-like fastenings h embedded in the back g, or by a top bar h<1>, or by an open frame, and are supported above the burner c by a perforated tray b. Air is admitted through a perforated front cover-plate d.
Patent GB-190817622-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Electrically Operated Cranes, Lifts and the like.
Filed: 1908-08-21
Granted: 1909-02-25
Abstract: 17,622. Allgemeine Elektricitõts Ges. Aug. 23, 1907, [date applied for under Section 91 of Patents &c. Act, 1907]. Locomotives, electric. Comprises means for regulating the motor of an electrically propelled overhead traveller or the like in such a manner as to limit the speed when nearing the end of the travel or run or when rounding curves &c. In series with the coil 7 controlling the main switch 4 are a resistance 13 and two parallel circuits including normally closed switches 11, 14, which are automatically opened by the passage of the traveller. The circuit of the switch 11 includes a switch 12, which is operated to break the circuit by a coil 16 in shunt across the armature 3. The switch 4 normally remains open owing to the resistance 13 but is closed when this is short-circuited by a normally open switch 10. When the switch 10 is opened again, the switch 4 is held closed by the current through the resistance 13. The opening of the switch 14 is preparatory to the stoppage or is employed temporarily as when rounding curves. When the switch 14 is opened, if the speed is so high as to cause the opening of the switch 12, the main switch 4 is also opened. At the end of a run, if the speed is not sufficiently great to cause the switch 12 to open, the switch 11 is opened. Instead of opening the motor circuit, the automatic switches may be arranged to insert resistances in the motor circuit.
Patent GB-190819048-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Method and Apparatus for Testing Fluids by Measurements of Electric Conductivity.
Inventor: BISHOP HOWARD BERKEY
Filed: 1908-09-10
Granted: 1909-03-25
Abstract: 19,048. Bishop, H. B. Sept. 10. Drawings to Specification. Hygrometers.-The amount of moisture in a gas is determined by comparing the electrical conductivity of a liquid in contact with it with that of a standard liquid, the liquids being in thermal equilibrium. A special apparatus of the wheatstone-bridge type is employed ; it may be calibrated to give direct readings, and may make a record on a moving sheet of paper, photographically or otherwise.
Patent GB-190824341-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Alarm Clocks.
Inventor: KERN GEORGE
Filed: 1908-11-12
Granted: 1909-03-11
Abstract: 24,341. Kern, G. Nov. 12. Alarms; clock cases.-In an alarm clock, the back portion of the case is covered by the bell n, and the front portion by a frame-ring q which is attached to a flange of the case c by screws v. The dial o and the edge of a plate-ring b which supports the framework a of the clock-movement, are clamped between the ring q and the case, lugs on the dial engaging in holes in the ring b and in the flange of the case c, to hold the parts in correct position. The arrangement is such as to render the clock-work easily accessible. The ring q holds the rims w and the glass x in position, and its outer edge, to which the feet s and the pendant tare attached, is strengthened by a ring r. A slide i on the case c is adapted to cover an aperture through which the hammer works, and carries between the bell and the frame-ring q an index arm h which is movable over a suitably-marked portion of the ring. Another similar slide l, having an index k, carries a pin which works through a slot in the casing and controls the alarm mechanism.
Patent GB-190902097-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Ventilation of Subway Cars.
Inventor: FITZGERALD THOMAS WILLIAM
IPC: B61D27/00
Filed: 1909-01-28
Granted: 1909-07-29
Abstract: 2097. Fitzgerald, T. W., and Devitalis, A. M. Jan. 28. Impeller blades, screwfan. A ventilating-fan is made by slitting radially a disk 11. The edges of the blades thus formed are bent at a suitable angle as shown.
Patent GB-190903611-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Lever Mechanism.
Inventor: VARTY RICHARD
IPC: B62D7/22
Filed: 1909-02-13
Granted: 1910-02-10
Abstract: 3611. Varty, R. Feb. 13. Jacks.-Relates to lever mechanism, applicable to lifting-jacks, in which the actuated member is locked in any angular position. The mechanism comprises two or more eccentrics in operative connexion, each engaging an actuated member in such a way that on the rotation of one of the eccentrics the tangential component of its motion is communicated to the other eccentric, the actuated member being thus swung round. As shown in Fig. 2, the actuated member 1 embraces two eccentrics 2, 3 pivoted on fixed pivots 4, 5. The eccentric 3 is slotted to engage a block 7 loosely mounted at 5. When the eccentrics are not connected, as shown in dotted lines, and one eccentric 2 is rotated, the other being held, the member 1 is rocked about the eccentric 3. If the eccentric 3 is then rotated. the member 1 is rocked about the eccentric 2. When the eccentrics 2, 3 are connected by a slotted arm 9, pin 11, and arm 12, as shown by the full lines in Fig. 2, both eccentrics contribute to the rocking of the member 1. Fig. 5 shows a modification in which the disk 2 shown in dotted lines has as its underside an eccentric fitting into the strap 14 and pivoted on a fixed pivot 4. The strap has slotted extensions engaging blocks 7, 16 mounted loosely on pins 5, 17, of which the pin 5 is fixed, while the pin 17 is carried by the actuated member 1. An eccentric disk 3, enclosed by the memher 1, also rotates on a stud 18 fixed to the pin 4. A pin 19 is fastened to the disk 3 and is provided with a loosely-fitting block 20 sliding in a plot in the disk 2. When the disk 2 is rotated by the arm 6, the member 1 receives an angular movement given by the combined action of the eccentrics. When the mechanism is applied to a lifting-jack, it is carried on the atem of a suitable base and the lever 13 is shortened to act as the lifting-part, the disks 2, 3 being actuated by a handle in a suitable manner.
Patent GB-190913602-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Plant for Conveying Bottles.
Inventor: WILLIAMS JAMES LEWIS HAMILTON
IPC: B65G37/02
Filed: 1909-06-10
Granted: 1910-06-10
Abstract: 13,602. Williams, J. L. H. June 10. [Cognate Application, 22,671/09.] Coating-machines.-In apparatus for conveying bottles from a corking-machine to the place where they are to be labelled and stacked, means are provided for gumming the bottles in transit. The gumming - apparatus comprises rollers 32 arranged adjacent to the delivery end of a roller way and hollowed out to the contour of the bottle. These rollers are covered with absorbent material and dip into a stepped bath of gum 33. A dripping-device may supply the gum to the rollers.
Patent GB-190915008-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Appliances for use in Testing Steel and the like.
Inventor: WINDER BARTLETT WRANGHAM
IPC: G01N3/06
Filed: 1909-06-28
Granted: 1910-06-28
Abstract: 15,008. Winder, B. W. June 28. Testing extensibility of steel.-The elongation of a test specimen C of steel, or the like, is indicated and measured by means of a graduated tapered bar I held between a grooved block J and a micrometer screw E. The block J is engaged by an extension rod G fitting into a fixed or adjustable head F. The head F and the micrometer E are attached respectively by clamps A, B and adjusting-screws to the test specimen; and when elongation thereof occurs the head F and micrometer E are drawn apart, thus allowing the bar I to be drawn lengthwise by a weight attached to a cord M; the elongation of the specimen can be read upon the graduated bar. The movement of the cord M also closes an electric circuit, whereby a signal is given.
Patent GB-190915079-A (GB)
Title: Process for Purifying Municipal and Industrial Waters, more particularly Waste Waters.
Inventor: HOGERMANN GERHARD
IPC: C02F1/52
Filed: 1909-06-28
Granted: 1910-06-02
Abstract: 15,079. Hogermann, G., and Wellensick, F. June 28. Liquids, purifying. - Municipal or industrial waters are treated with the product obtained by dissolving out the humic compounds from lignite turf or peat by means of alkali, and evaporating the solution to dryness. Mineral acids, caustic lime, or salts of which the bases form insoluble compounds with the humic substances are then added.