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Patent GB-189808169-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mechanism for Dismounting Heavy Guns and Facilitating the Moving of other Weights.
Filed: 1898-04-05
Granted: 1899-03-04
Abstract: 8169. Armstrong, Whitworth, & Co., Sir W. G., Noble, S. W. A., and Brankston, R. T. April 5. Gearing of general or unspecified application.-Relates to apparatus for dismounting and housing ordnance, but it is stated to be also applicable for facilitating the moving of other heavy weights. The gun is raised by screws K, Fig. 3, attached at its trunnion ring and breech respectively, so as to be carried by two runners D from the overhead rail C. A runner is shown in part sectional elevation in Fig. 4, in side elevation in Fig. 5, and in plan in Fig. 6. The runners are connected by side bars E and by a diagonal bar X, Fig. 7, which connects the eye M of the front screw K with the other runner. Lateral movement of the gun is prevented by an arm O which extends from one side of the runner into a guide-bar P, the outer end being provided with a vertical stay O, as shown, and with a horizontal stay to a point on the side bar E, which is midway between the runners. The gun is moved along the rail by ropes connected to worm-wheel gearing. Each runner D carries on each side an endless line of balls F which support the runner on the rail C and then pass by passages in the castings G into a passage H in the runner. In order to balance the weight of the heavy bar X, Fig. 7, it is provided with a pivoted quadrant T which is connected by a chain to the side bar E and to a bar U provided with a series of springs W.
Patent GB-189808435-A (GB)
Title: Improved Working Valve for Controlling Hydraulic Presses, Cranes, and the like.
Inventor: WOLLASTON THOMAS ROLAND
Filed: 1898-04-09
Granted: 1899-03-11
Abstract: 8435. Wollaston, T. R. April 9. Working valves.-The inlet and outlet valves of the ram cylinders of hydraulic presses, cranes, lifts, and the like, are constructed as shown in section in Fig. 1 and are operated by cams on a shaft L, the cams being arranged so that one only of the valves can be open at a time. The two valves are mounted together in a casing A, the pressure inlet G being below the inlet valve, and the exhaust I above the outlet valve. Each valve is fitted with a tail-piece D of the same size as its spindle, so that the valve is balanced when open, except for a closing-spring O. When the valve is closed, the difference of the pressures on the tail-piece D and on the underside of the valve tends to keep it on its seat.
Patent GB-189809029-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mechanical Digesters or Mixers.
Inventor: GODDARD ARTHUR
Filed: 1898-04-19
Granted: 1899-02-11
Abstract: 9029. Goddard, A. April 19. Moving-beater apparatus.-Perforated vanes hare secured by set-screws g upon a spindle f, provided with a crank handle i, and rotate in a casing a formed in two halves and provided with a feedhopper b and a draw-off cock d.
Patent GB-189812020-A (GB)
Title: Improved Process for Producing Soluble Starch.
Inventor: VIRNEISEL FERDINAND
Filed: 1898-05-26
Granted: 1899-05-20
Abstract: 12,020. Virneisel, F. May 26. Starch.-Relates to a wet process for converting ordinary starch and substances containing starch into soluble starch. Technically pure starch or a substance containing starch is mixed with a suitable quantity of water containing 2 per cent. of sulphuric acid, and the mixture is kept at a temperature from 50‹ to 55‹ C. until the starch is converted into a soluble form. This conversion occupies from 12 to 15 hours. The starch is then washed, subjected to centrifugal action, and dried. Instead of sulphuric acid, other mineral or organic acids may be used.
Patent GB-189820792-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Opening and Closing Window Casements and the like.
Inventor: HANCOCK CHARLES WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-10-03
Granted: 1899-08-05
Abstract: 20,792. Hancock, C. W. Oct. 3. Window opening and closing apparatus.-The casement or skylight B is connected by a rod or link G to a sleeve or socket F which is arranged to slide on a vertical guide-rod D. An operating- cord N is attached to the socket and to a bracket H fixed to the window, and a cord pulley M is provided at the lower end of the guide-rod D. A rubber buffer ring J and spring K limit the movement of the sleeve. An auxiliary cord P, passing over a pulley 0, may be provided for operating the window when the link G is at its dead centre, or in a horizontal position. In this arrangement, there are no inwardly-projecting brackets or stays in the way of blinds, curtains, &c. When the window is within reach of the hand, the cords may be dispensed with, and the sleeve may be fitted with a spring catch arranged to grip the rod.
Patent GB-189821647-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Valves and Valve Gears for Engines, Compressors, and the like.
Inventor: GORDON FREDERICK WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-10-14
Granted: 1898-11-26
Abstract: 21,647. Gordon, F. W. Oct. 14. Valves and valve gear.-The valves are of the piston type, and work in chambers in the main cylinder-heads. By this arrangement minimum clearance is attained, and minimum exposure of condensing-surface to the steam within the cylinder. Figs. 3 and 5 show the invention as applied to a steam engine. The valves are arranged in pairs, two admission valves 5, 6 and two exhaust valves 14, 15 at each end of the cylinder. The valves in each pair are connected by rockei arms 7, 16 and move in opposite directions, being thus balanced. The steam admission valves may be operated by Corliss releasing-gear, and the exhaust valves by an ordinary wrist-plate. Pistons.-The valve pistons are packed by means of cut rings 35, 36, as shown in Fig. 9, disposed so that the cuts are over bridges 34. The rings are expanded by fluid obtaining access to the cuts,
Patent GB-189823900-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Weighing Machines, Scales, and the like.
Inventor: VALDER HENRY
Filed: 1898-11-12
Granted: 1899-01-14
Abstract: 23,900. Valder, H. April 12, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Indicating-mechanism; alarms.-Relates to indicating-mechanism for weighing-machines or scales, and consists of means for causing a bell, or other signal, to sound, and so notify that the weighing is completed. Fig. 1 shows a form of the invention, in which an ordinary balance-scale is furnished with an electromagnetic bell serving as an alarum or indicator. The pointer a of the balance, when it reaches a central position, acts on a bent lever d having an adjustable weight o, and pressing on the screw c causes the bent lever d to come into contact with the insulated pin 1. This completes the electric circuit h, 1, m, k, and so causes the bell to ring. The circuit-closing bell-crank lever may be operated by the moving lower part of the scale lever, instead of by the scale pointer. An ordinary bell may be substituted for the electric bell, and may be actuated by the bent lever d, either by means of a rocking shaft carrying the bell hammer, or by a lever arrangement whereby a coiled spring is brought into action.
Patent GB-189826938-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Squeegee or Scraper for Collecting Cream from the Surface of Bowls and other Dairy Utensils.
Inventor: RAPER EDWARD BELL
Filed: 1898-12-21
Granted: 1899-02-25
Abstract: 26,938. Raper, E. B. Dec. 21. Cream, separating. - The rubber strip B of a squeegee for scraping cream from the surface of bowls &c. is attached to the metal handle A by vulcanizing. The rubber may enter a groove in the handle.
Patent GB-189909310-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Pistons and in Means for Lubricating the same.
Inventor: BROUGHTON ARTHUR WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-05-03
Granted: 1900-02-24
Abstract: 9310. Broughton, A. W. May 3. Pistons.-Relates to the support and lubrication of pistons in horizontal engines. Both the piston block and cover, as shown in Fig. 2, are formed with openings L by which steam is admitted between the piston and the cylinder wall on the underside so as to relieve the cylinder of the weight of the piston. These openings may be made all round the piston, those in the upper half being filled with soft metal ; this is to enable the piston to be turned round when worn. At each end of the cylinder outside the cover are disposed a lubricator R and pipes M which extend through the cylinder cover so as to enter the openings L when the piston reaches the end of the stroke. Suitable communicating ducts and grooves are made in the piston for distributing the lubricant.
Patent GB-189910068-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cycle Saddles or Seats.
Inventor: WILLIS VINCENT
Filed: 1899-05-12
Granted: 1900-03-24
Abstract: 10,068. Willis, V. May 12. Saddles; saddle springs and supports.-Fig. 1 shows a saddle fitted with a "dash-pot" arrangement to prevent sudden upward movement. A cylinder A provided with a piston B is ball-jointed at a to the frame, the upper end of the piston-rod b being similarly connected to the saddle at b<1>. The cup-leather of the piston is arranged to allow air to pass when the piston descends or the cylinder rises, and the piston is formed with adjustable valves for the same purpose. Fig. 4 shows a mechanical substitute for the "dash-pot." The rod D connects the saddle to an arm d carrying a silent-feed pawl d<1> which engages a wheel c fixed to the frame and controlled by a brake c<1>. Upward movement of the saddle relatively to the frame is thus retarded, but the frame is free to rise. The "dasb-pot" may be arranged in any convenient position, and two may be employed, if desired. The invention is stated to be applicable to motor cycles. Fig. 5 shows a saddle with lateral extensions F, F<1> rocking on a transverse axle e and caused to move reciprocally by being connected by rods G, G<1> to a rocking lever H. The parts F, F<1> may be made separate from the saddle, and can be mounted on axles fitted with ball bearings.
Patent GB-189913531-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Means or Apparatus for Extending and Softening, "Perching," or "Staking" Hides and Skins.
Inventor: BIRDSALL RICHARD
Filed: 1899-06-29
Granted: 1899-09-16
Abstract: 13,531. Birdsall, R. June 29. Hides and skins, tanned or tawed, treating.-Relates to machines for extending and softening and at the same time perching or staking hides and skins. The skin is laid on a rubber-surfaced table L adapted to be pressed upwards against the specially-bladed rollers B, E by the cushion rollers H, I, which can be lifted by the treadle-lever K. The skin is clamped at one end of the table by an eccentrically-mounted roller M, and the table is then passed beneath the rollers B, E. The treadlelever having been depressed, the pinion P is thrown into gear with the driving-mechanism by means of a clutch, so as to draw the table towards the operator by its action on the rack O. During this movement the roller B stretches or extends the skin, while the roller E softens, perches, or stakes it and removes the flesh. When the skin is required to be held more than usually taut, an adjustably-mounted stake or roller is held in position in front of the roller E between the skin and the table
Patent GB-189914967-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Cooling of Engine Cylinders and Pistons and in means therefor.
Inventor: DEBRY ALFRED
Filed: 1899-07-20
Granted: 1900-07-20
Abstract: 14,967. Debry, A., and Philibert, A. Dec. 20, A.D. 1898, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Pistons.-The cylinders and pistons of gas, oil, and other engines for motor cars &c., are cooled bv a current of air passing through them. In the form shown in Figs. 1 and 2, a tubular extension g on the piston c works in a tube f on the cylinder cover. In that shown in Fig. 3, the piston, works over a tube f<1> projecting into the cylinder. A valve may be placed at each end of the passage when the piston acts as in an air pump, and the exhaust may be used to create an air current. The air surfaces are ribbed, and a water jacket may be used.
Patent GB-189916410-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Arc Lamps.
Inventor: ECKSTEIN AUGUST
Filed: 1899-08-12
Granted: 1900-06-23
Abstract: 16,410. Eckstein, A., and Angold, A. E. Aug. 12. Globe holders for electric arc lamps. An arcenclosing globe F is held against a cap E, on the central tube T of the lamp frame, by the lower carbon-holder V, below which a holding-screw v is carried by flat springs on rods y, y<1>, hinged to the base-plate H of the frame so that the parts y, y<1>, v can be swung aside.
Patent GB-189917050-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Raising and Lowering Apparatus for Mines and the like.
Inventor: DAVY DAVID
Filed: 1899-08-22
Granted: 1900-07-07
Abstract: 17,050. Davy, D. Aug. 22. Lifts, cage. Fig. 1 shows the invention applied to the mine lift described in Specification No. 25,649, A.D. 1898. To relieve the upper sprocketwheel of the tension due to the weight of the chain and attached cages, sprocket-wheels 0 are fitted in the shaft at intervals, each of which engages with the ascending and descending chains. The chain with its cages is thus balanced in sections. Fig. 2 shows one of the sprockets O. It is mounted in a frame P with rods p passing through fixed girders Q and supported by springs R. The chains are kept in engagement by guides S. The frame P may be mounted on a hydraulic piston or balanced by weights. A pair of sprockets may also be employed, connected by a chain.
Patent GB-189920017-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Motor-cars.
Inventor: POTIER EMILE
Filed: 1899-10-05
Granted: 1900-03-24
Abstract: 20,017. Potier, E. Oct. 5. Pistons.-A hydrocarbon motor M has three cylinders i, placed at equal angles ; each contains a buffer piston comprising hollow packed pistons P, P' with spring discs m between their ends, the stroke of the piston P' being limited by a ring N screwed to the main piston P.
Patent GB-189920620-A (GB)
Title: Wire Garden Stake.
Inventor: HOOKER RICHARD
Filed: 1899-10-14
Granted: 1900-01-20
Abstract: 20,620. Hooker, R. Oct. 14. Plants, supporting and training.- A garden stake for supporting plants is made with a forked base B and spiral top A, and is provided with an adjustable clip C.
Patent GB-189924972-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Extensible and Adjustable Hook.
Inventor: COMPRADT JULIUS
Filed: 1899-12-16
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 24,972. Campradt, J. Dec 16. Hooks.-The hook is specially used for holding objects such as casement windows rigidly at a variable distance ; it may also be used for holding or moving toothed gearing, brakes, &c. in or out of action. The shank of the hook is made in two parts, namely, a spiral part a and a straight part b which slides in it and has a loop c engaging with the spiral. The length of the shank is varied by turning the part a with respect to the part b.
Patent GB-190002764-A (GB)
Title: A New Method in the Making of Pneumatic Regulators for Photographic Shutters.
Inventor: CHRISTMAS FREDERICK JAMES
Filed: 1900-02-12
Granted: 1901-02-12
Abstract: 2764. Christmas, F. J., and Watson, W. Feb. 12. Shutters.-Relates to a pneumatic device for controlling the speed of exp o s u r e shutters. The blade or blind of the shutter is connected to the piston-rod C of a pneumatic cylinder, the speed being regulated by the opening of the inlet valve G. The piston is packed with a cupleather E clamped between two washers A and B. This packing opens in one direction for the passage of air, but is airtight when the piston is moved in the other direction. The cylinder does not require accurate fitting to the piston, and, if necessary, may y b e quadrantal.
Patent GB-190003118-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Treatment of Vegetable Fibres so as to Render them Fit for Felting and the Manufacture of Felt therefrom.
Inventor: JOHNSON JAMES YATE
Filed: 1900-02-16
Granted: 1900-05-12
Abstract: 3118. Johnson, J. Y., [Balada, A.]. Feb. 16. Materials, special; felt hats.-Vegetable fibres such as Kapok and Ceiba are disintegrated or roughened on the outer surface by chemical treatment, to render them capable of felting for the production of hat felts &c. With this view the fibre is treated, first in a bath containing a solution of mercury, and then in a bath containing chromic acid. To the first bath may be added nitric acid, and to the second nitric acid, gallic or tannic acid, hydrochloric or acetic acid, tannin, the colouring- matter of wine, and sulphates or other compounds or derivatives of iron or copper, in proportions varying according to the quality of the felt to be made. If the felt is to be coloured, acid colouring- matter is added.
Patent GB-190003281-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fastenings for Cabinets.
Inventor: WALKER ARTHUR ERNEST
Filed: 1900-02-19
Granted: 1901-02-16
Abstract: 3281. Walker, A. E. Feb. 19. Locks, key.-Apparatus is arranged in connection with a cabinet whereby, on locking one drawer, the whole of the drawers are secured. A bar mounted in the case of a cabinet is provided with cams or arms A for engaging recesses in the runners of the drawers, and also with an arm B adapted to be moved by the bolt of a lock on one of the drawers. When the locking-bolt is shot, the arm B is moved so as to turn the bar and cause the cams A to engage the recesses in the drawers and secure the same in position. When the bolt is withdrawn by means of a key, a coiled spring on the bar restores the same to its original position, thereby releasing the drawers.
Patent GB-190003602-A (GB)
Title: Improved Releasing or Unfastening Appliance for Cattle and Horses.
Inventor: GOETTSCHE ADOLF HANS FRIEDRICH
Filed: 1900-02-23
Granted: 1901-02-23
Abstract: 3602. G÷ttsche, A. H. F. Feb. 23. Stable fittings.-Relates to means for releasing cattle and horses in case of fire. Fig. 2 shows a form of apparatus for fastening cows in their stalls. A longitudinal shaft b, operated by a lever a, toothed sector m, and pinion n, is connected to sliding bolts g by levers or cranks c and coupling-links d, e, f. On turning the shaft, the bolts are raised simultaneously, and the coupling-chains o are released. For horses, the coupling-bolts are pressed through swivelling eyes i, Fig. 4, by springs p, and engage with locking-pins q projecting from the shaft, or from levers on the shaft. A ratchet-wheel and pawl r prevent rotation of the shaft by any pull on the chain o.
Patent GB-190007861-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Electrical Reciprocating Apparatus.
Inventor: BROWN JOHN
Filed: 1900-04-27
Granted: 1901-03-09
Abstract: 7861. Brown, J. April 27. Egg-beaters. - Relates to electric reciprocating apparatus which, in the smaller form, may be used for beating eggs, chopping meat, &c. The instrument by which the work is performed, (e.g., an egg-beater) is carried by the movable core of a solenoid, the winding of which is connected with electrical contacts, which are made and broken by the movements of the core. Fig. 1 shows the application of the invention to a m e a t - chopping machine. The movable core E of the solenoid D is provided with non-magnetic extensions E<1> and E', the upper of which E' has loosely mounted upon it a spring-controlled contact sleeve G, which, in the position shown in full lines, connects together the fixed contact springs J, while the lower one E<2> has secured to it a frame F carrying a chopper blade F<1>. When the current is switched on, the core E is lifted until the tension of the controlling- springs H is sufficient to release the contact sleeve G and break the circuit. The core then falls by gravity until the connections are restored, when the action is repeated. A partial rotation may be given to the core by forming the contact sleeve G with spiral grooves or slots, which are engaged by the fixed contact springs J. Modifications are described, in one of which the contact sleeve is conical in form and the partial rotation of the core is produced by a helical spring ; in another, the core is provided at its lower end with egg-beating blades and a buffer spring ; in a third, one of the contact springs has a pivoted head with conducting and non-conducting portions, one or the other of which is caused to bear against the contact sleeve as the latter rises or falls ; while, in a fourth, two pairs of contact springs are provided, so that the solenoid may produce the movement of the core in both directions.
Patent GB-190011590-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Automatically Sealing Envelopes.
Inventor: FRENCH GEORGE NORRIS
Filed: 1900-06-26
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 11,590. French, G. N. June 26. Drawings to Specification. Damping envelopes.-In a machine for closing envelopes, the damping roller rotates in a tank supplied with water from a tubular extension containing an inverted bottle.
Patent GB-190012017-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Motor Road Vehicles.
Inventor: RYAN THOMAS JEFFERSON
Filed: 1900-07-03
Granted: 1900-08-04
Abstract: 12,017. Ryan, T. J. July 3. Motor road vehicles.-Relates to means for controlling electrically-propelled vehicles, and comprises combined steering-mechanism and current-controlling and reversing switches, with or without a brake switch, capable of being independently operated by one hand ; also a safety appliance for interrupting the motive current when the vehicle seat is not occupied, which appliance can be locked to render the motor mechanism inoperative. Figs. 1 and 2 show one form of the invention, and Fig. 4 the corresponding contacts and circuits. On the steering-handle is a push-button i by which the electric brake d can be brought into action. The current-controlling and reversing switch n, k is operated by a turning or twisting movement of the steering-handle grip o. The contacts 2, z, Fig. 4, are for reversing, and the contacts l, m for putting in or out variable resistances r. The resistance coils may be lodged in the same casing that contains the controlling-switch, as shown. The safety seat-switch consists of a button s raised by a spring and engaging spring contacts v when depressed. The locking-device is indicated at w. Figs. 5 and 6 show another form of the invention. In this, the brake is operated through the lever 3 when the handle h is raised or lowered, and the controlling and reversing switch is contained in a sector-shaped casing in the steering-handle, as shown in Fig. 6, and is operated by a thumb-lever 5.
Patent GB-190014769-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Coinfreed Apparatus for the Supply of Electric Power.
Inventor: EARLE BENJAMIN MUMFORD
Filed: 1900-08-17
Granted: 1900-11-17
Abstract: 14,769. Lake, H. H., [Earle, B. M.]. Aug. 17. Compressing.-Relates to coin-freed air pumps driven electrically for inflating the tyres of wheels. The circuit of the electromotor is initially closed between a pair of terminals 28, 29 by means of a key 16 subject to a spring 19. Soon after the circuit is also closed by a similar key 22 upon a lever 24 which is subject to a cam 35. When the cam has made about half a revolution, a pin 36 on it removes the first key by acting on an associated lever 17, and, when the whole revolution brings the small of the cam again to the pin 25 at the end of the other lever, the second key springs away from the terminals. The coin dropping on the end 10 of a detent 8 disengages it from the lever 17, which is associated with the first key.
Patent GB-190022085-A (GB)
Title: Souvenir or Remembrance Leaves and Sheets.
Inventor: ENGELBRECHTEN ALMA VON
Filed: 1900-12-05
Granted: 1901-01-26
Abstract: 22,085. Engelbrechten, A. von. Dec. 5. Memorandum appliances ; memorandum books.-Relates to leaves or sheets, bound in book form, which are intended to be given to guests at any social function, and to serve as a souvenir of the occasion at which they were present. Representations of branches and twigs &c. a, bare painted, printed, or otherwise produced, in one or more colours, upon the sheets, which are provided with slits f for receiving the stems of imitation leaves d. The names of persons present at a party, or other social gathering, may be written upon the imitation leaves, which are then secured to the sheet by pasting, gumming, or otherwise.