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Patent GB-190022079-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Lasting Machines.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1900-12-05
Granted: 1901-11-30
Abstract: 22,079. Boult, A. J., [United Shoe Machinery Co.]. Dec. 5. Lasting. -Relates to improvements on the inventions described in Specifications No. 14,453, A.D. 1897, and No. 800, A.D. 1898. The overworked upper, particularly the toe portion, is secured on the last by a strip of wire or the like fastened to two tacks a and e, Fig. 8, the wire 20 being fed from a reel 2 round a wire-supporting guide 40 to the shoe held by the workman against the machine presser 36. The guide 40 feeds the wire automatically, and is fixed to a pin carrying a cam-grooved plate 59 and pivoted in a plate 51 adjustably secured to the presser 38, the plate 59 being engaged by a pin 81, on the fixed piece 83, so as to be turned up out of the way when the presser 38 is drawn back out of working position. The work-pressers are operated only when the plaiting- machine is operated as described in the prior Specifications. The reel 2 embraces a sleeve 4 on the spindle 9, Fig. 9, carrying a pin 10 confined between stops 16, 18 and connected by a strap 12 to a spring 14. The movement of the reel on the sleeve is resisted by spring plungers 6. A guidepulley, on the end of a pivoted arm 48 for taking- up the wire slack, is pressed against the wire by a spring rod. The arm 48 may be replaced by a twoarmed lever, one of the arms carrying the pulley and a projection to engage a stop, while the other arm carries an adjusting-screw and a spring acting on a stationary plunger. The wire 20 passes over a tension device comprising a spindle 60, Fig. 5, carrying a disc 64 having a cam-faced projection 70 against which a cam-faced projection 74 on a plate 72 is pressed by a spring 88 adjusted by a nut 62. A locking-pin on the disc 64 engages a recess in the bracket B. When the machine is working, a ring 78, having a projection 80 engaging a recess 82 in the disc 64 and a collar 84 of a material which will absorb lubricant, is pressed against and grips the wire 20. The plate 72 is connected by a rod 92, a bell-crank lever 90, and a rod 94, Fig. 2, to a sleeve 98 attached to a pedal rod 100 adapted to engage a rod 102 carrying a brake 104 for stopping the machine and normally applied by a spring 108 acting between the frame B<1> and a collar 106 fixed to the rod 102. A spring 202 between the collar 106 and the sleeve 98 allows the tension device to be kept in operation after the brake has been applied. A wire cutter is provided consisting of pivoted cutters 402, 404 connected by a pin and slot and held open by a spring-pressed rod. The thick gauge 420. Fig. 19, described in Specification No. 14,453, A.D. 1897, has a dovetailed rib 430 entering a corresponding groove in a segment piece 428, to which is pivoted a contact-piece 432, the point 434 of which always remains at the centre of curvature of the rib 430. A spring 436 normally presses the segment piece downwards.
Patent GB-190100756-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Stretching the Driving Belts of Motor-cars
Inventor: UREN GUSTAV HEINRICH WILHELM
Filed: 1901-01-11
Granted: 1901-03-30
Abstract: 756. Uren, G. H. W. Jan. 11. Motor road vehicles.-Relates to means for tightening the driving-belts by the loading of the car, or in another construction, for preventing the loading of the car from affecting the belt tension. Fig. 2 shows diagrammatically the construction when the springs are so hung that the distance between the motor and the axle a of the driven wheels is increased by loading the car. The gearing b carrying the belt pulley d is loose on the shaft a, and is rotated through a small angle to alter the tension of the belt by a rod c. In the case shown, this rod is connected to the gearing b at a point opposite the belt pulley d. The loaded position is shown in full, and the unloaded in dotted lines. When the springs are so hung that the distance between the motor and the axle a is decreased by loading the car, the rod c is attached to the gearing b at the same side as the pulley d, the distance of which from the motor is thus unaffected by movements of the springs.
Patent GB-190103586-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for the Manufacture of Coke.
Inventor: DARBY JOHN HENRY
Filed: 1901-02-19
Granted: 1901-11-02
Abstract: 3586. Darby, J. H. Feb. 19. Coking.-The cooling of coke, during the operation of pushing it from the ovens, may be effected by sprays of water issuing from a central perforated pipe M and branch pipes J, N, forming part of a tubular framework which is placed over a perforated hood A, through which the coke is discharged. The hood may be fixed, or may be suspended from an overhead carrier C. A hose pipe connects the pipe M to a main pipe F.
Patent GB-190103716-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Form of Reciprocating Engine.
Inventor: BARLOW ERNEST LEYLAND
Filed: 1901-02-21
Granted: 1902-02-20
Abstract: 3716. Barlow, E. L. Feb. 21. Engines with working parts enclosed; valves and valve gear ;reversing, adapting valve gear for.- Comprises a reciprocating engine with four singleacting cylinders disposed as shown in horizontal section in Fig. 1. The pistons are rigidly connected in pairs, and work through the medium of slotted crossheads on two cranks placed at right-angles to each other. The cylinders are cast in pairs, together with the casing. The distribution of steam from the crank chamber, to which boiler steam is admitted, to the ends of the cylinders, and the exhaust therefrom are controlled by rotary valves l mounted loosely on the crank shaft and carried round by the engagement of pins m with the crank web. The valves, being loose, can be adjusted in position so as to effect the reversal of the engine. For this purpose each is furnished with a sleeve p, on which is mounted a band-wheel r outside the casing. There are two exhaust pipes, one in constant communication with each of the annular spaces n<1>, which are put into communication with the cylinder ends intermittently by the exhaust cavities n in the valves.
Patent GB-190105111-A (GB)
Title: Improved Wagon-axle.
Inventor: GREITE LEOPOLD GEORG
Filed: 1901-03-11
Granted: 1901-06-29
Abstract: 5111. Greite, L. G. March 11. Axles for wagons. The two portions 1, 2 of the axle are connected by a coupling-device comprising a socket 3, which, in addition to the plates 8, 9, supports the body of the vehicle. Keys 5 pass through slots formed in the socket and in the ends of the portions 1, 2.
Patent GB-190117164-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring Stud Members for Garment Fasteners and other Uses.
Inventor: PAGE SYDNEY ELLIOTT
Filed: 1901-08-27
Granted: 1902-07-17
Abstract: 17,164. Page, S. E., [Waterbury Button Go.]. Aug.27. Stud-and-socket fastenings. - Spring - stud members of glove and garment fastenings comprise a spring portion b<11>, preferably formed by bending a six-armed blank, the arms of which have enlargements to form a flange f<11>, and a rivet or eyelet h, the flange c<11> of which is turned over the flange f<11>. The eyelet is secured to the fabric m over a loose concave flange portion d having a seating j for the upset end h' of the eyelet.
Patent GB-190119507-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Tobacco Pipes.
Inventor: OUTHWAITE EDWARD WALTER
Filed: 1901-09-30
Granted: 1902-07-10
Abstract: 19,507. Outhwaite, E. W. Sept. 30. Tobacco pipes.-A rod A, sliding in a channel B above the smoke passage D, is provided to prevent the tobacco from clogging at the bottom of the bowl.
Patent GB-190121491-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mechanical Stoking Appliances.
Inventor: VICARS JOHN
Filed: 1901-10-26
Granted: 1902-08-28
Abstract: 21,491. Vicars, J., Vicars, T., and Vicars, J. Oct. 26. Mechanical stoking; firebars.-Relates more particularly to stokers for forced-draught boiler furnaces. The fuel - feeding plungers 9 are arranged in casings or boxes closed by removable caps 12, their operating-shafts 14 being mounted in close-fitting bearings in the sides of the casings, or partly in the casings and partly in the caps. The fuel is pushed over projecting shelves 23, under which spaces 24 are provided to allow access of air for combustion. The reciprocating fire bars have their upper surfaces depressed, so that a space 28 is formed underneath the dead-plate 29, into which partly-ignited fragments of fuel drop and are caked before being fed forwards by the bars. The cam or tappet shaft 32 which operates the firebars is driven by ratchet gearing 33, Fig. 3, the stroke of the ratchet being variable by means of a lever 38, the connections at both ends of which, or at one end only, are adjustable. This lever may be combined with the ratchet lever 41 which operates the fuel-feeding mechanism. The whole apparatus is supported by means of balls or rollers 7 on side frames 6, so that its weight is taken off the front plate of the furnace.
Patent GB-190121701-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in & connected with Ships' Compasses, Ships' Telegraph and the like.
Inventor: OPPENHEIMER HERMANN
Filed: 1901-10-29
Granted: 1902-10-09
Abstract: 21,701. Oppenheimer, H., [Akt.-Ges.Mix & Genest]. Oct. 29. Indicating at a distance electrically. - Fig. 1 shows the application to a magnetic compass. A compass card c is mounted on a bell d which works on a pivot c in a bowl of liquid b. Around the card are mounted a number of levers h. When air is admitted by the pipe g to the bell d it escapes by an opening f, and thus operates the lever which happens to be opposite, to close an electric circuit which effects the indication at a distance.
Patent GB-190125789-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for use in the Teaching of Music and Singing
Inventor: SCHROEDER-HANFSTAENGL MARIE
Filed: 1901-12-17
Granted: 1902-12-04
Abstract: 25,789. Schroeder - Hanfstaengl, M. Dec. 17. Teaching music. - The invention relates to an apparatus for use in teaching singing, in which movements of the fingers are made to correspond with the notes produced. A number of rods a of graduallydiminishing length are placed in two rows in sockets in a board b, the height of which can be adjusted according to the stature of the pupil. The ends of the rods carry the names of the notes in Italian and German, and the rods are reversible, so that the names in either language can be presented to view. Midway between the rows of rods is a taper tube d, which is always supported at the end nearest the pupil, and represents by its taper the constriction of the throat, and the volume of breath necessary to produce the notes in succession. In singing a scale, the fingers are carried from rod to rod as the notes are produced, in straight lines if the scale be sung legato, and in curved lines if portomento. The board b may be reversed, so that the smaller rods are towards the pupil for practising ascending scales. The mouth may be watched by means of a mirror n.
Patent GB-190203107-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of Tapping Barrels and other Vessels Containing Liquids, and Apparatus therefor.
Inventor: ASHTON HAROLD
Filed: 1902-02-07
Granted: 1903-01-29
Abstract: 3107. Ashton, H. Feb. 7. Tapping.-The tapholes of barrels or other vessels, especially those containing aÙrated liquids, are fitted with a threaded bushing B, Fig. 2, having flanges for attachment to the vessel. The hole in the bushing is closed by a threaded plug C, Fig. 3, having sockets at both ends to receive a projection A', Fig. 1, on the tap. Thus, when the tap spigot, which is threaded, is screwed into the socket, the plug will be unscrewed from the socket which permits the withdrawal of the liquid through the perforations A'. In a modification, a disc having a threaded perforation is fitted outside the taphole. In this case, the taphole is closed by a cork, which is pushed inwards on inserting the tap. The threaded socket in the disc may be also closed by a cork. According to the Provisional Specification, a sliding-shutter, or a perforated disc, may be used, the tap in the latter case having a nut which makes a tongue-and-socket connection with the disc.
Patent GB-190207759-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Presses for the Manufacture of Artificial Stones, Tiles, and the like.
Inventor: KREFT ENGELHARD
Filed: 1902-04-02
Granted: 1902-05-15
Abstract: 7759. Kreft, E. April 2. Moulding bricks, tiles, artificial stone, &c.-Relates to presses for the manufacture of artificial stone, bricks, tiles, &c., and consists in the introduction of a hydraulic safety device in the line of action of the press. Fig. 1 shows a toggle press acting on material a within the mould plate or table b. The covering piston e of the mould receives its pressure through the medium of a hydraulic cylinder g connected by a pipe h to a constantly-loaded hydraulic accumulator. Excessive strain is prevented by the yielding of the piston f in the cylinder, which is itself free to slide on the guides n. The piston f and cylinder g can be interchanged in position, as shown in Fig. 2.
Patent GB-190217062-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Measuring Out of Liquids
Inventor: WILSON JOHN VEITCH
Filed: 1902-08-01
Granted: 1903-06-18
Abstract: 17,062. Wilson, J. V. Aug. 1. Measured quantities, delivering.-Relates to an apparatus for rapidly delivering measured quantities of liquid into bottles or the like receptacles. Fig. 1 shows a front, and Fig. 2 a side, sectional view of the apparatus. Measuring- vessels a, preferably of glass, are fitted into a wooden frame, and have liquid-tight leather collars d at each end. These vessels a communicate with an inner tube f by pipes h, passing through an outer tube e. The tube f is rotatable by means of a handle n, and crossing tubes k and openings in the tube f are arranged perpendicularly to each other, so that some of the vessels a are filling with liquid through a supply pipe p, tube f, and opening l, while others are delivering liquid into bottles through pipes k, s. The position of the handle n determines which of these alternatives is happening in a particular vessel a, so that the tube f acts as a plug valve. Ball floats w have rods x passing up vertical tubes u attached to movable pistons t in the vessels a, and, when the liquid in the vessel a has reached a predetermined level, the top 1 of each rod x closes an air valve 2 leading to a pipe 3, and so prevents more liquid from entering the vessel a. Variable quantities of liquid can be measured by adjusting the heights of pistons t by means of the movable frame of tubes u, v and rack 5. The supply of liquid to vessels a may be cut off at any desired level by means of the handle n, and so the automatic method with ball floats w may be dispensed with. Any number of such vessels a may be arranged in one such frame, and, if desired, all may be filled simultaneously by suitable arrangement of tubes k and openings l.
Patent GB-190221072-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Windows.
Inventor: PICK WILLIAM
Filed: 1902-09-27
Granted: 1903-07-30
Abstract: 21,072. Pick, W. Sept 27 Screws. - A thumbscrew A for sliding window sash holders is constructed with its screwed end of greater diameter than the plain part a, so that, though the screw passes loosely through the plain socket B, it cannot drop out when the screwed end is freed from its screwed socket.
Patent GB-190226827-A (GB)
Title: An Appliance or Chipping Tool for Detaching Scale from Boiler Tubes
Inventor: WOOD ERNEST RUDLAND
Filed: 1902-12-05
Granted: 1903-03-12
Abstract: 26,827. Wood, E. R. Dec. 5. Percussive hand tools; chisels.-A percussive hand tool for removing scale from the inside of boiler tubes consists of a tube T fitted with a piston C which is connected by links to chipping-wings or claws A. Steam or compressed air is admitted at one end and forces the piston past ports P, a spring B being also compressed. The sudden reduction of pressure, as the working fluid escapes, causes the piston to return under the action of the spring, and the cycle is repeated. Lugs L are provided to keep the tool concentric with the tube.
Patent GB-190302516-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Motive Power Engines
Inventor: ROSS JOHN ALEXANDER
Filed: 1903-02-03
Granted: 1903-11-26
Abstract: 2516. Ross, J. A. Feb. 3. Engines with two or more cylinders working on one crank.-Relates to an arrangement of a steam engine using superheated steam, or of any fluid-pressure motor, having for its object to secure compactness and balance of reciprocating parts. The cylinders A<1>, A' are arranged with open ends facing one another, and the trunk pistons C<1>, C' are connected by a casing D, through slots D' in which the crank shaft B<1> passes. A single connecting-rod E is used, the small end of which is connected to one of the pistons or to the casing D. Two pairs of cylinders may be placed side by side and act on cranks at 180‹, or two pairs of cylinders may act on separate crank shafts geared together and revolving in opposite directions.
Patent GB-190310327-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Chimney for Incandescence Gas and similar Lamps.
Inventor: FREY ADOLF
Filed: 1903-05-06
Granted: 1903-06-18
Abstract: 10,327. Frey, A. May 6. Chimneys. - Relates to chimneys for' incandescent gas and similar lamps. The glass cylinder or chimney is formed with longitudinal grooves for strips of metal d, the ends e of which are bent over the glass, and with circumferential grooves for metal strips f, the ends of which are attached to e a c h other at g.
Patent GB-190310426-A (GB)
Title: Process and Apparatus for Germinating Grain under Pressure in Closed Receptacles.
Inventor: LAPP VALENTIN
Filed: 1903-05-07
Granted: 1903-08-13
Abstract: 10,426. Lapp, V. May 7. Malting.-Relates to a process and apparatus for germinating grain under pressure in closed receptacles by treatment with moistened liquid air rich in oxygen and poor in nitrogen. Fig. 2 shows a vertical section of the germinating - chamber. Grain, which has previously been soaked in an upper chamber, is admitted through the pipe u to the chamber i, which is provided with a water spray s, heating or cooling pipas m, agitators t, and a perforated false bottom b constructed with discharge - openings z. The lower funnel - shaped portion c is fitted with heating or cooling pipes m, protected by coverings n. Water is introduced through the pipes fitted with stop cocks, and liquid air through the pipe d. Air may also be introduced, with the water spray, above the grain. The liquid air which has been allowed to evaporate until it contains, for example, 50 per cent. of oxygen, passes into the water and expands through the perforated bottom b carrying moisture with it. The soaking-chamber is formed with a contracted throat below, which is covered by a perforated diaphragm, in which are valved discharge openings. The water used in soaking the grain collects in the throat, from which it is run off, as required.
Patent GB-190319510-A (GB)
Title: Waterproof Coverings for Ships and other Craft to enable them to Load and Discharge during Wet Weather
Inventor: DOMAN GEORGE FREDERICK
Filed: 1903-09-10
Granted: 1904-04-28
Abstract: 19,510. Doman, G. F., and Doman, E. M. Sept. 10. Awnings.-To enable ships &c, to load and unload during wet weather, a waterproof covering A, supported on a framework B, is used. The covering is arranged to cover the derricks completely and also any barge E, or railway truck F &c., which may be alongside, as shown in the Figure. The framework B, which supports the covering A, is carried on a wire rope H extending the whole length of the vessel, or may be supported by stanchions from the deck.
Patent GB-190322813-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Letter Boxes.
Inventor: DRAKE GEORGE ELIJAH
Filed: 1903-10-22
Granted: 1904-09-01
Abstract: 22,813. Drake, G. E. Oct. 22. Letter-boxes.-Relates to a modification of the letter-box described in Specification No. 2819, A.D. 1903. To prevent robbery with string having a weighted adhesive end, a sloping tray d, Figs. 1 and 2, is provided, on to which the letters fall when inserted through the opening c. The tray is hinged at d<2> upon the side brackets e, so as to rock against the action of a spring d' and lift its inner edge d<3>. Connected with the tray by links h, cross-bar i, and a bifurcated piece, is a shutter g working up and down in guides e<2> of the bracket e. The inner edge d<3> of the tray d is formed into a number of prongs h<1>, Fig. 3. The sides h' of the prongs lead to enlargements h<2> through narrow entrances h<3>, the inner sides of which have points h<5>. These enlargements receive the weighted string, which rocks the tray when pulled up, and thereby pulls down the lower knife-edge of the shutter g on to a block or similar knife-edge, cutting the string. Above the tray d is a partition i<3> hinged at i<4> to the brackets e. When a rigid implement is inserted through the opening c against the upper end i<5> of the partition i<3>, the lower end i<6> moves against the edge d<3> of the tray d, and closes the spaces between the prongs h.
Patent GB-190327360-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Automatic Coupling for Railway Vehicles.
Inventor: WEIXL JOHANN EVANGELIST
Filed: 1903-12-14
Granted: 1904-02-18
Abstract: 27,360. Weixl, J. E Dec. 14. Couplings, automatic.-The coupling comprises a coupling-ring, carried by a spring-controlled chain on one vehicle, which is locked in the draw-hook of the other vehicle, and can be disengaged therefrom from outside the buffers. A chain, consisting of vertically-pivoted links, is held normally straight by flat side springs, and is connected to a spring 14, the other end of which is fixed in a guide secured to the underframing. The mouth of the guide is contracted, and forms a stop for the last link of the chain. An arm 2, connected to the link at the other end of the chain by a horizontal pivot, carries a ring 1, adapted to engage the draw-hook of another vehicle. The rotation of the arm about the pivot is limited by inclined faces on the link. On two vehicles meeting, the ring on one is guided towards the drawhook on the other by plates 18, 18<a> on the drawbar, which is rigidly connected to the underframing. The ring is locked in the hook by a spring-controlled pivoted member 20, which it raises as it slides up the front of the hook. Uncoupling is effected by means of a rod, which is inserted in a hook 3 on the arm 2 and rests upon an extension on one of the plates 18, 18<a> as a fulcrum.
Patent GB-190401691-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Compound Axles for Rolling Stock.
Inventor: PORTER HOLLAND ROSE
Filed: 1904-01-22
Granted: 1904-04-21
Abstract: 1691. Porter, H. R. Jan. 22. Axles for railway and tramway rolling-stock are made in two parts to allow relative rotation of the wheels in passing round curves, and the two parts are connected by conical flanges b, Fig. 1, formed on the axles a, and conical cover plates i secured by bolts k and formed with interfitting flanges m. A ring f fitting recesses in the two flanges b keeps the axles in alignment and takes the end pressure. Oblique oil grooves are cut in the ring f, and spaces l for oil are formed in the plates i. Packing- washers may be placed on the bolts k between the plates i, or the flanges m may screw one upon the other to facilitate adjustment. The ring f or the plates i may have ball bearings o, Fig. 6, or o', Fig. 7.
Patent GB-190403573-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Cooling of Internal Combustion Engines.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1904-02-12
Granted: 1904-12-22
Abstract: 3573. Boult, A. J., [Maybach, W.]. Feb. 12. Gas and like engines, cooling cylinders in. A liquid having a boiling point lower than that of water is used as the cooling - medium. The cylinder jacket is only partly filled with h alcohol or other suitable liquid, the vapour of which passes to a condenser C through the pipe c'. The condensed vapour passes to the pump D, and is returned to the cylinder jacket through the pipe D<2>. If preferred, a safetyvalve may be inserted in the cooling system. The use of a liquid such as alcohol also prevents damage from frost.