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Patent GB-189724427-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Waterproofing Woollen or Cotton Cloth and other Materials.
Inventor: STEPHENS EDWARD
Filed: 1897-10-21
Granted: 1898-06-18
Abstract: 24,427. Stephens, E. Oct. 21. Waterpoofing; waterproofing-compositions; coated fabrics.-Woollen or cotton cloth or other material is waterproofed by applying a mixture of paraffin wax, or beeswax, with vaseline, or like product from petroleum. The mixture may be applied in a solid state by rubbing, or may be melted, or dissolved in benzoline or ether, and applied with a brush. The material is afterwards pressed by heated rollers or plates, and may finally be treated with a solution of alum.
Patent GB-189728284-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tyres for Vehicles.
Inventor: RICHARDSON WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-11-30
Granted: 1898-07-09
Abstract: 28,284. Richardson, W. Nov. 30. Tyres, pneumatic &c.-The tyre consists of a number of tubular rubber or similar rings B<1> threaded on to an inner rubber tube A the ends of which are afterwards hermetically sealed. The outer cover D has its edges laced or otherwise secured together, and it is attached to the rim C in any manner, but preferably bv the means shown in Fig. 4, in which the curved thin steel plates F, held in position by canvas strips G secured to the tubes B<1>, are attached to the rim by the radial studs f and nuts f<1>. The tubes B' may be separated, and the interstices filled in by felt, horse-hair, or the like, and the tubes may be replaced by one tube which is spirally wound round the inner tube A. More than one inner tube and corresponding outer tubes may be employed.
Patent GB-189728998-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Magazine or Hand Photographic Cameras.
Inventor: MILLER TOM
Filed: 1897-12-08
Granted: 1898-10-29
Abstract: 28,998. Miller, T. Dec. 8. Cameras; change - boxes.-Relates to a handcamera combined with a change-box for films. The unexposed films r are contained in an upper compartment of the camera, being pressed down by a spring c2. The bottom film is drawn down through the passage v by two friction-wheels m, m at the ends of the axis q, the springs f having previously been drawn up by means of a knob e. After the film has fallen down into the vertical position, it is pressed forward into the focal plane by forcing down the springs f into the position shown in the Figure. After exposure the film is transferred to the back compartment y by raising the slide d and tilting the camera. In a modification, the springs f are dispensed with, and the supporting frame j is made to slide forward to allow the film to drop freely into the vertical position.
Patent GB-189729490-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Railway Carriage and other Sash Windows.
Inventor: HILL EDWARD JACOB
Filed: 1897-12-13
Granted: 1898-06-04
Abstract: 29,490. Hill, E. J., and Hill, V. W. Dec. 13. Windows, sliding. Relates to improvements on the invention described in Specification No. 24,830, A.D. 1897, which provides a hinged flap B to the bottom of the sash A so that, when the sash is drawn up by the strap C, the flap is pulled inwards and the sash is pushed outwards over the fence rail. The present invention provides a n additional strap I secured to the top of the flap B for lifting the sash inwards over the fence rail previous to lowering it.
Patent GB-189729913-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Apparatus for Cleansing, Drying or Polishing Forks and similar Articles.
Inventor: BENTLEY BEDE JOHN FRANCIS
Filed: 1897-12-17
Granted: 1898-02-19
Abstract: 29,913. Bentley, B. J. F. Dec. 17. Forks, cleaning and polishing.-A grid of leather, felt, or other flexible bands is formed. Either the uncovered ends of several bands are bolted in the same pair of grooved blocks, or the ends furnished with m e t a l distancepieces are bolted together. The blocks may be provided with rings.
Patent GB-189800464-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Motor Driven Velocipedes and similar Light Carriages.
Inventor: KITCHEN JOHN GEORGE AULSEBROOK
Filed: 1898-01-07
Granted: 1898-12-10
Abstract: 464. Kitchen, J. G. A. Jan. 7. Motor road vehicles.-Relates to motor vehicles driven by steam. The invention is shown as applied to a bicycle, but is applicable to tricycles, quadricycles, &c. The frame &c. is of the ordinary construction, but the rear forks and stays are lengthened. The bicycle is fitted with the usual driving-mechanism, preferably arranged so that the rear wheel can over-run the crank axle, the motor driving-mechanism being arranged on the opposite side. The motor consists of one or more single or double-acting cylinders d, with rotary valves d' actuated through a chain d<2>. The motor shaft d<5> is geared with the rear axle by a chain d'. The steam generator E consists of a coiled tube enclosed in a casing, and heated by a vapour burner F supplied with petroleum through a pipe f <1> from a reservoir f, which is fitted with a pump for giving increased pressure. Water is supplied to the generator through a pipe h<5> by a pump H connected by a pipe g<1> with the tank G. The pump is operated by a cam h through rods h<1>, h<2>, the extent of action being regulated by a pin i<2> on a spring piston working in a cylinder i<1>, which engages with a stepped bracket i. The cylinder communicates by a pipe i<3> with the generator, so that the -pressure therein determines the extent to which the pin i<2> is raised. The exhaust is led through a pipe e<3> to a suitable condenser. A bye-pass valve h<6> in the pipe h<5> and communicating by the pipe h<7> with the tank G allows the motor to be quickly stopped. A cock f regulates the oil supply. According to the Provisional Specification, the invention is applicable to hot-air motors.
Patent GB-189804133-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Apparatus for the Graphic Demonstration of Trigonometry.
Inventor: USILL GEORGE WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-03-28
Granted: 1899-03-25
Abstract: 4133. Usill, G. W., and Browne, F. J. March 28, C a l c u l a t i n ga p p a r a t u s.-Relates to apparatus for graphically demonstrating trigonometry, and consists in mounting geometrical figures on a base or card, or in a book, so that they will rotate about centres over other figures or diagrams marked on t h e base &c. The form of apparatus shown in Fig. 1 is actuated mechanically, and shows the variations of the trigonometrical functions o f a n angle as the angle varies through a right-angle. Equal wheels A, B at the back of a board are geared by a rack D so that they can be turned together by a wheel C to which a key is fitted. The axes of the wheels carry cranks G, G<1>, connected by a right-angled piece E, E', and the wheel A a radial arm F. As the wheels are rotated, the arm F and the right-angled piece E, E', which moves parallel to itself, show, in conjunction with the lines X, Y marked on the board, the variations of the trigono metrical functions. In another modification, a radial arm moves over a quadrant of a circle marked on the board, with tangents drawn at its limiting radii. In a third modification, a celluloid rightangled triangle turns about its right-angle and illustrates the relations between the functions of an angle and its complement.
Patent GB-189818378-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Umbrellas.
Inventor: MEYER PHILIPP
Filed: 1898-08-26
Granted: 1899-04-08
Abstract: 18,378. Meyer, P. Aug. 26. Folding and telescopic umbrellas; sticks. - The stick is arranged to be shortened without interfering with the opening and closing. The tubular stick A contains three parts D, D<1>, D<2>, the parts D, D<1> being connected by a pin and groove, and the parts D<1>, D<2> by a link d. The stick is shown in its shortened position, being divided at the line Y-Y. The ferrule end H is connected by a rod h to the part D, and the handle K is fixed on the part D<2>. To lengthen the stick, the part D<2> is turned into alignment with the part D', and is then drawn into the stick by a spring g till a spring catch f engages a bayonet-joint slot in the stick. This action of the spring also causes the ferrule end H to be projected to the lengthened position. The part D is prevented from rotating in the stick.
Patent GB-189905637-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Driving of Centrifugal Machines and Means therefor.
Inventor: FREITAG ANDREAS
Filed: 1899-03-15
Granted: 1900-01-13
Abstract: 5637. Freitag, A. March 15. Impact-wheels.-Relates to a method of driving a centrifugal machine, which consists in forcing the syrup, tar, salt solution, or other liquid ejected from the machine, or from other machines, into a tank under pressure, and then conducting the said liquid through nozzles so as to impinge against a series of scoops or buckets carried by the basket or drum of the machine. The buckets b may be mounted on a ring fixed to the drum ; c, g are pairs of tangential nozzles. The liquid discharged from the buckets, and that thrown out from the drum, are collected in the trough e. In a modified arrangement, the drum is surrounded by a steam heating-pipe
Patent GB-189911436-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Rheostats.
Inventor: FLOHR CARL
Filed: 1899-06-01
Granted: 1900-02-17
Abstract: 11,436. Flohr, C., and Dietze, R. June 1. Rheostats.-A box A contains a resistant powder, and a plate C connected to one terminal, and carries externally an insulated strip a connected to the other terminal. An insulated shaft carries arms B inside and outside the box, so that, when it is turned from the position shown, the outside arm first makes contact with the strip a, and the inside arm then moves into the powder until it bears on the plate C. The object is to stop leakage of current through powder resting on the insulation, when the arm B is withdrawn,
Patent GB-189912494-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with the Hoisting Out and Lowering of Ships' Boats.
Inventor: HAMILTON JAMES
Filed: 1899-06-15
Granted: 1900-05-12
Abstract: 12,494. Hamilton, J. June 15. Boat-lowering gear.-Relates to means for transferring the weight of a boat from the chocks to the falls without requiring the latter to be hauled on. In the arrangement shown in Fig. 1, the stretcher of the boats cover is divided to form two levers A', A<2>, the adjacent ends of which rest on a removable support D. Their other ends carry hooks engaging eye-bolts at the stem and stern of the boat, and are suspended on lines E attached to the davits.. When a boat is to be lowered, the support D is removed and the inner ends of the levers depressed by the tackles H, or otherwise. The ends of the boat are thus raised sufficiently to allow the chocks to be removed, after which the boat is transferred to the falls and lowered in the usual way. Instead of using the stretcher, separate levers may be provided..
Patent GB-189913202-A (GB)
Title: Instrument for Describing Conic Sections and for Trisecting Angles.
Inventor: ZIETHEN WILHELM
Filed: 1899-06-26
Granted: 1899-09-23
Abstract: 13,202. Ziethen, W. June 26. Ellipsographs &c.-The instrument is for describing conic sections, and, when arranged for the rectangular hyperbola, is capable also of trisecting angles. a, b, c, h are four bars forming a rhombus freely jointed at e, f, g, d. A diagonal bar n passes through and works freely in the studs e, v, g, of which v carries a style. The bar r also passes through the stud v, and through the studs f<1>, d, to which it is clamped. The studs f<1> and f are provided with spikes to hold them on the drawing- board, and the stud d with a tracer or supporting- point x. If now the stud d be moved round f<1>, the point x will describe a circle, the length f<1> d being constant, and the style will describe an ellipse, since f1 v + v f = f1 v + v d = f1 d, a constant length; the line f1 d is equal to the major axis and the line e g is a tangent at the point v. For a hyperbola, the points d and f are interchanged, so that the style passes between the foci. For a parabola, the centre f<1> is dispensed with, and the point d is caused to slide along a straight line, such as a rail.
Patent GB-189914612-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Manufacture of Artificial Stone.
Inventor: OWEN WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-07-15
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 14,612. Owen, W. July 15. Grant of Patent refused. Bricks, building-blocks, tiles, &c.-Relates to the manufacture of artificial-stone building-blocks, slabs, bricks, tiles, &c. from a mixture of slaked lime and sand or marble dust, or of other suitable granular materials. The composition, after a preliminary mixing and moistening or slaking with hot water, is subjected to pressure by a hydraulic or screw press in moulds of the required form. The moulded mass is simultaneously hardened and dried by subjecting it to the action of superheated steam in a chamber provided with a relief valve opening at a pressure of about 85 to 90 lbs. per square inch.
Patent GB-189918099-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Railway Rail Joints and in Means for Rolling the Rails therefor.
Inventor: GATES ALFONSO DERAY
Filed: 1899-09-07
Granted: 1899-10-21
Abstract: 18,099. Gates, A. D. Sept. 7. Rolling. - Rail - way rail ends are rolled so as to form a lap joint by the speciallygrooved rolls shown in Fig. 12. The head, foot, and web of the rail are thickened at the junction, and the web is displaced to one side, while the head and the foot are tapered off.
Patent GB-189920084-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of and Means for Transmitting and Receiving Electric Waves for the Production of Signals and for Imparting Motion to Machines or Apparatus.
Inventor: BAVIERA JULIO CERVERA
Filed: 1899-10-06
Granted: 1900-07-21
Abstract: 20,084. Cervera-Baviera, J. Oct. 6. Drawings to Specification. Resistances.-Adjustable resistances consist of carbon cylinders with adjustable metal clamping ends.
Patent GB-190004312-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Driving Mechanism for Velocipedes.
Inventor: WALES IRVING FRANCIS
Filed: 1900-03-06
Granted: 1900-04-14
Abstract: 4312. Wales, I. F. March 6. Driving - mechanism for bicycles &c. The rear chain-wheel E is mounted on ball bearings on a casing g f fixed to the fork end c, and is formed with internal teeth s which gear with a pinion n on the hub k. The casing is fixed to the fork end c by bolts d fitting in slots, and is movable longitudinally to allow adjustment of the driving- chain, the axle a being similarly movable by the usual adjusting-screws. The part q of the casing is screwed on the main part f, and is removable to give access to the gear.
Patent GB-190012689-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement or Improvements in Metallic Pens
Inventor: HUGHES GEORGE WADSWORTH
Filed: 1900-07-13
Granted: 1901-04-20
Abstract: 12,689. Hughes, G. W. July 13. Pens.-The metallic pen a is provided with a recess a<2> on one or both sides to facilitate removal. The recess may be rectangular in shape.
Patent GB-190014883-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Machines for Loading Hay or the like.
Inventor: TRISSEL FRANK NEVESCAK
Filed: 1900-08-20
Granted: 1900-09-29
Abstract: 14,883. Trissel, F. N. Aug. 20. Band-and-wheel bearings for hay-loaders. Relates to means for affording an additional bearing-support to the cranked shaft B which operates the elevating- rakes C of a hay-loader. A pulley D is formed in halves, and secured rigidly to the shaft B at a point along its central axis of rotation. The pulley D is grooved on its periphery, and works in the suitablycurved ends of two hangers G attached to a crossbar E supported by brackets F, F from the casing A.
Patent GB-190015372-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tun-dishes or Funnels.
Inventor: BATLIBOI JEHANGHIR FRAMJEE
Filed: 1900-08-29
Granted: 1900-10-27
Abstract: 15,372. Batliboi, J. F. Aug. 28. Funnels.-The tundish or funnel a is provided with a valve b, which is normally closed by the spring e placed between the cross-bar g<1> and the button d on the end of the valve stem h. The valve is opened by depressing the button d, and is closed automatically by the spring when the pressure on the button is released. In a modification, the valve opens upwards.
Patent GB-190015855-A (GB)
Title: A Working Means of Constructing an Endless, Smooth Air-tube without Joinings, for Pneumatic Tyres.
Inventor: MINISZEWSKI JOSEPH VON
Filed: 1900-09-06
Granted: 1901-01-12
Abstract: 15,855. Miniszewski, J. von, and Printz, T. Sept. 6. Moulding wheel tyres.-Relates to means for joining together the ends of the air-tube of a pneumatic tyre and consists mainly of the core A shown in Figs. 2 and 4. The core is formed from a number of similar pieces a', a<2>-a<n>, which are connected together both by sliding projections p<1>, p<2>-p<n> and by a heat-resisting cord c. The cord is placed inside the prepared overlapping ends b<1>, b<2> of the unvulcanized air-tube b, the end of the cord c being passed through the hole left for the inflating-valve, and the ends are then pressed together by means of rollers e, Fig. 11, adapted to be revolved by turning a crank f in the hand-grip g. After the air-tube has been removed from the rollers e it is placed in a ring-shaped mould in which it is inflated and vulcanized, after which the projecting end of the cord c is pulled, whereby the pieces forming the core slide apart, and, in the separated position indicated in Fig. 4, pass through the valve-hole. The apparatus is also applicable for securing repairing-strips on to the air tube, or for solutioning together the ends of vulcanized tubes. In a modification, the sliding pieces of the core do not separate, the cord being then dispensed with.
Patent GB-190019388-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Rasp Cutting Machines.
Inventor: FOOT JAMES DWIGHT
Filed: 1900-10-30
Granted: 1900-12-01
Abstract: 19,388. Foot, J. D. Oct. 30. Rasp-cutting machines.-The blank K is held on its bed F by undercut projections 10, 12, which engage respectively with the shoulders and the point of the blank. The projection 12 is on a slide 13 pressed forward by a spring 15. The bed F is rounded beneath to rock on the carrier E, or is pivoted thereto, the axis in either case being the same as that of the curved surface of the blank. The bed is rocked by cams c, c' bearing on the sides 8, 8. These cams also operate alternately the pawls f, f<1>, which engage with the racks 7, 7 on the carrier E drawn forwards by the weighted strap w. At every step forwards the bed is thus rocked. The table D supporting the carrier E can be adjusted laterally on the frame A by a screw h and nuts i. The cutter C is fixed to the piece B rocking on the pivot 6. The cutter forms a gang of punches y, the points of which lie on a curve x<1> corresponding to that of the blank.
Patent GB-190022036-A (GB)
Title: Improvements connected with Printing Presses.
Inventor: TAYLOR ELMER ZEBLEY
Filed: 1900-12-04
Granted: 1901-10-19
Abstract: 22,036. Taylor, E. Z. Dec. 4. Delivery - apparatus.-The sheets pass from the cylinder A on to flyer fingers G<1> carried by an arm G on a rock shaft D<2>, and are delivered on to a table G'. Tapes J' run between the fingers G<1>, on rollers J, J<1>, and the tape frame is pivoted on the shaft of the rollers J so that it and the tapes may be thrown up into vertical position. The shaft D<2> is rocked by a segment or pinion D' and rack D operated by a lever C', C and cam B. A spring rod C<5> keeps the arm C on the cam B. The segment D<1> is loose on the shaft D<2>,and isnormally coupled thereto by a pair of pawls E, E<1> engaging the internal curved parts D<3>, D<4> of the segment. The pawls are journalled on a piece E<2> keyed to the shaft, and are geared together by teeth. The shaft of the pawl E has a handle F pressed by a spring rod F<2> to hold the pawls in engagement with the surfaces D<3>, D<4>. The attendant may disengage the pawls and free the shaft D<2> by operating the handle F.
Patent GB-190022300-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Moistening, Cooling or Heating the Air in Factories Workrooms and the like.
Inventor: SCONFIETTI LEOPOLDO
Filed: 1900-12-07
Granted: 1901-11-09
Abstract: 22,300. Lake, H. H., [Sconfietti, L.]. Dec. 7. Air, cooling, heating, and moistening.-The air supplied to workshops and factories is moistened and cooled by admitting to it water under pressure from a steam boiler in such proportion that the air absorbs all the water without becoming completely saturated, and it may be heated by mixing steam with the water or by a separate heater before being moistened. Fig. 1 shows a steam boiler c with the air and steam pipe d supplying nozzles w in a passage m supplied by a fan V. The cocks a, b control the steam and water supply, and the cock S drains waste water from the pipe d. The air may be induced by the water jet u, Fig. 2, through the passage n and discharged at q.
Patent GB-190101377-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Providing Brakes to Railway Vehicles to be Actuated either Independently or Simultaneously and Automatic in Certain Cases.
Inventor: BOWMAN JONATHAN
Filed: 1901-01-21
Granted: 1902-01-21
Abstract: 1377. Bowman, J. Jan. 21. Brakes, hand. Each portion 2 of the draw-bar carries a lug 9 connected by the chain 10 to the two-armed lever 11 carrying the usual push-rods, which may be operated from either side of the vehicle by the lever 13 or the lever 27 connected to the hinged lever 22. A chain 20 runs throughout the length of the train, and is connected to the lever 22 on each vehicle. A pull on the draw-bar causes the chains 10 to take the brakes off, the lever 13 forcing aside and then resting on the spring 24 Should the engine-driver or guard wind in the chain 20, the hooks 23 on the levers 22 draw back the springs 24, and allow the levers 13 to fall and apply the brakes. In the event of the train being accidentally divided, the tension on the chain 20, prior to severing, automatically applies the brakes.
Patent GB-190103676-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Chains for Bracelets and the like.
Inventor: REITZ ALBERT
Filed: 1901-02-20
Granted: 1901-03-23
Abstract: 3676. Reitz, A., Kommerell, C., and Reitz, C. Feb. 20. Ornamental chains.-Relates to chains for bracelets and the like. The chain consists of an odd number of parallel rows of links a, b, c, d, e. The pins are soldered inside the ends of the links a, c, e, and work free in the alternate links b, d. The lower halves of the centre links c are cut away to accommodate a spring f, which passes through guides g on the said links and through guides h on the links b, d. The Figures show the chain in its contracted state.
Patent GB-190118748-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Treatment of Materials with Liquids and Gases or Vapours.
Inventor: NAEF PAUL
Filed: 1901-09-19
Granted: 1902-08-21
Abstract: 18,748. Naef, P. April 18, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Incrustation, preventing and removing.-A cylinder a is employed for treating materials with liquids and gases or vapours. To prevent crust forming on the apparatus, rods 8<a> are provided in desired positions, carrying numerous teeth 8<b> ; or, hangers a<2>, suspended from the central shafts a<1>, or from shafts of inner perforated tubes b<1>, may support rods a<3> carrying the teeth a'.