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Patent GB-189703386-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pillar, Wall and other Letter Boxes.
Inventor: BARKER JAMES
Filed: 1897-02-09
Granted: 1897-12-04
Abstract: 3386. Barker, J., and Walker, J. C. Feb. 9. Letter-boxes.-To prevent the pilfering of the contents, or the injury of the same by a lighted match, a grid 3, provided with a receptacle 4 to receive the matches, is pivoted beneath the letter-slit 2. As a further precaution, a plate 6 may be used to receive any lighted match which may have fallen along the grid 3 instead of through it, the plate being so delicately balanced that while a match will not tilt it a postcard will. Or the plate 6 may be replaced by a second grid. To prevent withdrawal by a weighted string, the grid 3 has a knife-edge, and the grid is also in connection with a plate 13 having likewise a knife-edge, so that, when the string on being withdrawn tilts the grid 3, both knife-edges come together to cut it or to prevent withdrawal. -
Patent GB-189705434-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Reeds for Looms.
Inventor: BERGNER EDMOND MAURICE
Filed: 1897-03-01
Granted: 1897-04-03
Abstract: 5434. Bergner, E. M. March 1. Loom reeds.-Relates to means for crossing warp threads. Half of the threads e pass between the dents a and the other threads d pass through beads c of metal, glass, &c. supported in holes bored through the dents. The reed is mounted in a batten which can be moved vertically and laterally so that the beads c can be moved down past the warps e and then up again on the other side, twining the warps e and d round one another. The reed is combined with an ordinary reed for weaving a plain ground for the fabric, while the crossed warps are employed in the border.
Patent GB-189706789-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring Hooks.
Inventor: TURNER HENRY
Filed: 1897-03-15
Granted: 1897-04-17
Abstract: 6789. Turner, H. March 15. Hooks for polechains, dog-chains, &c. are formed with a hollow tongue C in which the spring E is enclosed. The eye B may be in one piece and be fixed or swivelling, or it may be in two pieces one of which forms a tongue J in a piece with the tongue C.
Patent GB-189714299-A (GB)
Title: Process of Treating Blast Furnace Slag for use in Cement, Mortar or the like.
Inventor: ELBERS ALEXANDER DANIEL
Filed: 1897-06-12
Granted: 1898-05-14
Abstract: 14,299. Elbers, A. D. Nov. 25, A.D. 1896, [date claimed under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Slags, treatment of; cements ; mortars.-The object is to adapt powdered blast-furnace slag for. use in admixture with Portland or other hydraulic cement for mortar &c. The constitution of slags to which the process is applicable is specified by certain limiting-proportions of the ingredients. Crude slag or granulated slag, ground either wet or dry, may be employed. It is preferred to use slag which has been vitrified by casting in a series of superposed layers, which gradually detach themselves and break up into small pieces. The finelyground slag is mixed with a weak solution of nitric acid, washed with water, and dried, when it is ready for use.
Patent GB-189717818-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Lighting Arrangements of Cycles and other Road Vehicles.
Inventor: SINGER FELIX
Filed: 1897-07-29
Granted: 1897-10-02
Abstract: 17,818. Singer, F., and Singer, P. July 29. Velocipede lamps, electric. The electricity for supplying the glow lamp l is generated by a dynamo g driven by a flexible band e from the crank-pin w. The dynamo, which is wound to a maximum tension of 30 volts, is tightly enclosed in a light steel casing c. The lamp l and the mirror reflector m being arranged as shown, the body k of the lantern may be occupied by an accumulator.
Patent GB-189724306-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or applicable to the Process of Printing Pictures.
Inventor: LIGHT HENRY HAMMOND
Filed: 1897-10-21
Granted: 1897-12-11
Abstract: 24,306. Light, H. H., and Hoyle, J. A Oct. 21. Embossing.-In the production of pictures intended to imitate etchings, a picture in one or more colours is printed by lithography or other flat printing process, and relief is then given to the lines of the picture by applying pressure to the print properly laid upon an etched plate. This plate is etched with lines corresponding to those of the picture and is not inked.
Patent GB-189724330-A (GB)
Title: Friction Pulleys for Transmitting Power.
Inventor: LAWRENCE JOHN EMMETT
Filed: 1897-10-21
Granted: 1898-10-01
Abstract: 24,330. Lawrence, J. E. Oct. 21. Friction gearing. -Both wheels are grooved and have adjustable flanges ; one of them is fitted with hoops or rings of hemp rope or the like which form its acting surfaces.
Patent GB-189801356-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Window-sash Fastener.
Inventor: MEREDITH PHILIP
Filed: 1898-01-18
Granted: 1898-11-19
Abstract: 1356. Meredith, P. Jan. 18. Sash fastenings. -A forked lever e is pivoted at d to a lug c on a bracket b fixed to the outer sash-bar a. The lever engages a tongue fixed to the inner sash-bar i and is drawn tight by a thumb-screw f, the inclined shoulders l having the effect of. forcing the sashes in an upward and downward direction. A spring g holds the lever e in either an open or a closed position.
Patent GB-189802817-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Apparatus employed for Melting Steel or other Metal.
Inventor: GLEDHILL JOHN MANASSAH
Filed: 1898-02-03
Granted: 1898-12-10
Abstract: 2817. Gledhill, J. M. Feb. 3. Crucible and melting-pot furnaces.-Consists in providing pot-holes for melting steel or other metal with movable trays or floors which can be raised and lowered with the pots or crucibles thereon. The floors are preferably constructed partly of metal and partly of refractory material. The lids of the pot holes may be simultaneously lifted by the same means as the floors. Fig. 1 shows one arrangement of hydraulic apparatus for lifting the floors and lids, but any suitable apparatus may be employed. The floor D is supported on a pillar D<3> which is suspended from the crosshead G by side rods F. The crosshead G, from which also are suspended the lids A<1>, A', hangs on a chain from a pulley on a shaft H which is operated, by means of a rack and pinion, by an hydraulic cylinder C. The shaft H may serve for several pot-holes arranged side by side, the chain pulley being provided with clutches as shown at I so that any one of them may be readily connected to and disconnected from the shaft. In a modified form of apparatus, the hydraulic cylinder is placed below the floor, taking the place of the pillar D<3>, It may also be placed above so as to act directly on the crosshead G ; or it may be connected to a chain passing from the crosshead over guide-pulleys.
Patent GB-189807387-A (GB)
Title: A Motor-driven Car for use in Warfare.
Inventor: SIMMS FREDERICK RICHARD
Filed: 1898-03-26
Granted: 1899-03-25
Abstract: 7387. Simms, F. R. March 26. Motor road vehicles. -An armoured car adapted for use in warfare and as a means of defence, attack, transport, or traction is described. Fig. 1 shows in section a form of the apparatus in which the main frame a is supported on two driving- wheels at the rear and two swivelling steering- wheels at the front. In another form, there are two driving-wheels at the centre and a steering-wheel at front and rear. The car has an armour-plate body f supported on springs resting on the main frame and secured by stays so as to be removable when not required. The body has cigar-shaped ends, and a projecting knife-edged belt round the bottom which may be electrically charged. The upper edge has sunk rollers n to prevent a firm hold being obtained. The car is made with one or more turrets j supported on rollers and containing quick-firing or other guns, and furnished with suitable means for revolving them. For facilitating entry, steps are provided, which can be thrust out through openings in the armour and withdrawn when desired. Propulsion is effected through chain gearing by an explosion motor g of suitable type acting either directly or through the medium of an electric generator. An arrangement of reflectors q, q<1> enables the occupants to steer from within. Steering is effected by a hand-wheel, pinion, and quadrant o, o<2>, o<3>. The wheels, both driving and steering, may be protected by a curtain of chain armour or the like.
Patent GB-189808220-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Match Boxes.
Inventor: PARSONAGE ALBERT EDWARD
Filed: 1898-04-06
Granted: 1899-02-18
Abstract: 8220. Parsonage, A. E. April 6. Match boxes.- Relates to match receptacles of the kind described in Specification No. 15,596, A.D. 1894. A holder A for boxes of wood matches is provided with a wind guard comprising two side flaps C and a lid D, hinged to the upper edges of the holder. Suitable catches E, E<1> hold the lid in the closed position. The striking-surfaces are visible through slots B in the sides of the holder ; or a striking- plate may be removably fitted within the holder, or may be attached to the upper surface of the match box. A wax-match box comprising a drawer and case, in which the drawer can be moved by means of a finger inserted through an opening in the lower part of the case, is provided with a wind guard similar to that fitted to the holder A.
Patent GB-189812501-A (GB)
Title: Tank Waggon for Liquefied Gases, especially Carbonic Acid.
Inventor: QURIN IGNAZ
Filed: 1898-06-03
Granted: 1899-05-06
Abstract: 12,501. Qurin, I. June 3. Wagons.-Relates to tank wagons for carbonic acid and other liquefied gases. The gas containers A are supported in an inclined position, by blocks i engaging plates l, m and connected by bolts k, so as to leave spaces for heaters B which prevent freezing of the gas during emptying of the containers. The mouthpieces b are pressed against the wall C<1> of the chamber C by screws e engaging cross-pieces g, which are connected by draw-rods h to the wall C<1>. The plugs c are connected through pipes n, p, q and valves O with the draw-off pipe r, which is closed at its ends by screw caps t. Fig. 4 shows the neck d of a container so shaped as to allow it to be completely drained after being cleaned.
Patent GB-189813700-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Flying Machines.
Inventor: DAVIDSON GEORGE LOUIS OUTRAM
Filed: 1898-06-20
Granted: 1899-04-22
Abstract: 13,700. Davidson, G. L. O. June 20. S t e e r i n g.-A flying- machine is kept in equilibrium by a tail composed of three parts a, b, b and shown in plan. The part a is capable of turning about a horizontal shaft a', and is operated by a vertical screw g and nut h. The parts b turn about shafts b<1> on the part a, and are operated simultaneously in opposite directions by levers b<2> and chains c. The motors e and.f, which operate the chains and screw respectively, are started and stopped automatically by a pendulum mounted on a universal joint.
Patent GB-189816853-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Separating Sparks and Solid Particles from Gases Discharged from Steam Generators.
Inventor: THOM JOHN
Filed: 1898-08-04
Granted: 1899-07-29
Abstract: 16,853. Thorn, J. Aug. 4. Spark-arresters.-The funnel proper within the guard d consists of two sections a and b connected by a wider drum c and separated by an annular space. The lower section, which is preferably the wider, contains spiral vanes f set about a central donkey funnel e, so that the sparks are whirled through the annular space into the drum, which has a clearing-hole h at the bottom
Patent GB-189819848-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Cycle Brakes.
Inventor: WIDDICOMBE WILLIAM HENRY
Filed: 1898-09-19
Granted: 1898-10-22
Abstract: 19,848. W i d d i c o m b e, W. H., and Struben, F. P. T. Sept. 19. Brakes.-A roller d of wood, metal, india-rubber, leather, &c., grooved to fit the tyre, revolves on ball or other bearings on an axle carried by a forked frame a fixed to the brake rod b. The roller is preferably made of discs d<1> of leather held between roughened plates e and nuts f.
Patent GB-189820339-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fluid Pressure and like Valves.
Inventor: HUEBBE BENEDICT
Filed: 1898-09-26
Granted: 1899-09-23
Abstract: 20,339. H³bbe, B. Sept. 26. Check valves.-One or more pairs of annular rings, consisting of a rigid ring b<1> and an elastic washer a having a lip a<1>, are arranged conically, as shown, or cylindrically. The two parts b, b<1> of e a c h rigid ring are united by ribs h. An a chamber f may be provided, and the parts held together by a bolt d.
Patent GB-189821265-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Certain Drums for Holding Electric Cables.
Inventor: OXLEY THOMAS
Filed: 1898-10-10
Granted: 1898-11-12
Abstract: 21,265. Oxiey, T. Oct. 10. Nuts.-The nuts d for the tie-rods c of metal drums for electric cables are provided with projecting portions d<1> fitting enlarged openings, and are curved or tapered on the outer portions. Pinholes d<3> or other means are employed for fixing, and the bolts are preferably riveted.
Patent GB-189822415-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Spraying Devices for Liquids, Paints, and for similar purposes.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1898-10-25
Granted: 1899-09-30
Abstract: 22,415. Boult, A. J., [Liebscher, E.]. Oct. 25. Painting.-Relates to a spraying - apparatus which may be used for applying colour to wood or other surfaces, mixing ornamental paintings, &c. The liquid to be sprayed is placed in a receptacle A, in which is mounted a stiff brush C which can be turned by means of a handle from outside. Adjustable spring plates D<1>, D<2> engage the ends of the bristles, and cause the liquid to be discharged in the direction of the arrows. The receptacle A has handles G, H, and a hinged cover A'. A trough F catches and returns the liquid which runs down outside. In a modification, one spring plate only is used, and the bristles of the brush are arranged in bundles.
Patent GB-189822695-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring Mattresses.
Inventor: ZIENAU CARL
Filed: 1898-10-28
Granted: 1899-01-14
Abstract: 22,695. Zienau, C. Oct. 28. Matresses.-The surface consists of a number of rectangular blocks E secured to rods C which are passed through guide-sleeves M and holes in the side bars B of the frame, and are engaged with nuts F. The blocks E bear on springs D, the tension of which can be varied by the nuts F. The head part A' of the frame can be hinged at J to the main part A, and adjusted in inclination by bars K and ratchets on the head end of the bedstead or cot.
Patent GB-189824816-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Scythes.
Inventor: LUCAS KARL
Filed: 1898-11-24
Granted: 1899-01-21
Abstract: 24,816. L u c a s, K., and Lefler, E. Nov. 24. Scythes.-Relates to an adjustable connection for securing the blade to the handle. A cap g is secured to the handle a by screws h, and is provided with a square hole n and a hole for the bolt f. An intermediate piece b is pivoted at i to the cap g, and is provided with a hole m over the hole n and with a segmental slot l for the bolt f. The heel e of the blade k is provided with a projection c which, when the blade is adjusted for use, fits in the holes m and n, but which can be removed from the said holes, as shown, to fold the blade along the handle when not in use. The heel e is secured in its adjusted position by the bolt f.
Patent GB-189901003-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Book or like Rests, applicable for Invalids and others.
Inventor: HUGHES ERNEST HORATIO BURGESS
Filed: 1899-01-16
Granted: 1900-01-13
Abstract: 1003. Hughes, E. H. B. Jan. 16. Book-rests.-To a backing A is pivoted an upright C carrying the book ledge B. The backing is supported by a stay hinged at e, pivoted at e', and weighted at the bottom, and by two legs G pivoted at g. A cord fixed to the ledge and to the upright C, one end being wrapped round a cleat at the top of the upright C, serves to hold the book in place. By turning up one of the legs G, the book can be held on the tilt for use when the reader is lying down. The legs can be clamped in place by wing nuts.
Patent GB-189901786-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Boilers or Heating Apparatus Applicable for Obtaining and Maintaining in a Heated Condition Infusions of Coffee or the like.
Inventor: BOYES EBENEZER
Filed: 1899-01-25
Granted: 1899-11-25
Abstract: 1786. Boyes, E. Jan. 25. Gas burners, atmospheric; boilers and waterheaters.-Relates to boilers or heating-apparatus for obtaining and maintaining in a heated condition infusions of coffee &c. The boiler c comprises a cylindrical shell within which is arranged an annular water chamber c<1> surrounding a well c<2> which is united to the sloping cover c<5> of the boiler. A dished plate c<4> closes the bottom of the boiler. The shell is closed at the top by a steamtight plate c<6>, having dished apertures for the reception of vessels b containing coffee, milk, &c., and covers are provided to close any apertures not in use. The steam generated in the well c<2> heats the vessels b, the water of condensation being returned to the well. The chamber c' has apertures c<5*> for the escape of steam, and a draw-off cock e to supply the vessels b with water. The chamber is filled through a hole c<9> closed by a plug c<10>, and water is supplied to the well c<2> through the apertures in the plate c<6>. Floats d having spindles d' indicate the level of the water in the boiler and the well. The apparatus is mounted upon webs f<1> arranged within a perforated casing f, which constitutes a combustion or heating chamber. Any suitable means to heat the water may be employed, but the arrangement shown is preferably used. An annular atmospheric burner is employed to initially heat the water in the chamber c<1> and generate steam in the well c<2>, and a smaller burner is used to maintain these conditions. The casing g is provided with an annular enlargement g<1> fitted with an inverted cone g' having radially-disposed lugs to keep the cone central and to leave an annular gas passage between the cone and the chamber g'. At the lower part of the casing is provided a gas jet h, connected to a supply pipe h<1> and carried by a bridge-piece g<4>. The gas in its passage through the casing mixes with the air, and when ignited serves to heat the water in the chamber c and generate steam in the well c<2>. The smaller burner comprises a tube g<6>, supported on the bridge g<5>, which passes axially through the casing g and is located over a gas jet i connected to a branch pipe i<1>.
Patent GB-189912423-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Washing Boards.
Inventor: BOLGER MICHAEL
Filed: 1899-06-14
Granted: 1900-06-14
Abstract: 12,423. Bolger, M., [Barry, J.]. June 14. Washing-boards.-The perforated metal plate a is hinged to the upper part of the washing- board b. A wedgeshaped piece of soap is pressed between it and the board, so that the soap exudes through the perforations. The upper edge of the plate a is bent over to prevent the soap from slipping upwards.
Patent GB-189923142-A (GB)
Title: A Method or Means of Deriving Continuous Power from the Rise and Fall of the Tide for Mechanical Purposes.
Inventor: WHIMSTER THOMAS
Filed: 1899-11-21
Granted: 1900-09-15
Abstract: 23,142. Whimster, T., and Whimster, T. W. Nov. 21. Tidal energy, utilizing.-During the time between half-flow and half-ebb tide, water runs into the reservoir d, and from half-ebb to half-flow water runs out of the reservoir h, in each case driving water-wheels c, k from which power may be taken direct. Or pumps d are used to lift water direct to a water-wheel n, or to a high-level reservoir g. The reservoir h is filled at full tide through a sluice h<1>, and the reservoir a is emptied at low tide by a sluice b. The water is supplied to the water-wheels c, k through a number of openings and sluices such as m, which are opened according to the height of the water. A low wall e retains a supply of water for the pumps in the reservoir a when the sluice b is opened.
Patent GB-189925489-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Elastic Tyres for the Wheels of Cabs, Carriages, and similar Vehicles.
Inventor: WICKS JOSEPH THOMAS
Filed: 1899-12-23
Granted: 1900-11-10
Abstract: 25,489. Wicks, J. T. Dec. 23. Tyres, elastic other than pneumatic.-Relates s to the manufacture of rubber and fabric wheel tyres. A sheet of fabric such as cotton, duck, or woven wire is impregnated with plastic rubber, by passing between calender rollers running at an even or a friction speed. A thin rubber sheet is then calendered on, and the compound sheet is cut on the bias, the parts being joined together to form a strip about 60 feet long. The strip is rolled to form a coil of spiral crosssection c which is embedded in rubber d, and the rubber is then compressed, moulded, and vulcanized. In modifications, an inner core may have a greater or lesser proportion of rubber than the spiral c, and the strip, instead of being rolled, may be repeatedly folded back upon itself.
Patent GB-190005207-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, and relating to, Clutch Gear.
Filed: 1900-03-19
Granted: 1901-02-23
Abstract: 5207. Salwey, E. R., and Salwey Free Wheel Gear Co. March 19. Clutches; ratchet gearing.-Relates to clutches of the type described in Specification No. 871, A.D. 1898, applicable for bicycles &c. The chain ring a has secured to it side plates c, d, and fits over the ring b, which is screwed on the hub of the bicycle driving-wheel. In a recess in the ring a, is pivoted a dog j, having at one end a projection pressed inwards by a spring and adapted to engage in one of a series of recesses h in the ring b. A pin o at the opposite end of the dog projects, through a slot in the plate d, into a grooved drum v. When this pin is pressed inwards, the opposite end of the dog moves outwards, and the chain ring is disconnected. It is stated, however, that the action may be in the opposite sense, i.e., that the parts may be connected by pressing inwards the pin o. The pin may be controlled by a wire loop, by a spring ring, or by a pair of rings pivoted together side by side and each formed with a lug for connection to a yoke, so that they may be turned into eccentric positions ; the pin may be fitted with a curved shoe. The device is controlled by a lever on the handle-bar of the machine and flexible connections such as described in Specifications No. 25,325, A.D. 1896, and No. 1196, A.D. 1898 [Abridgment Class Velocipedes].
Patent GB-190007594-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Graphophones or Phonographs.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1900-04-24
Granted: 1900-06-23
Abstract: 7594. Thompson, W. P., [Hogan, G. L.]. April 24. Phonographs; graphophones. -Relates to the construction of various parts of graphophones or phonographs. Fig. 1 shows an elevation of the instrument, in which a base A carries two side supports D, between which a record support G is mounted in slots E. The record support is cut away centrally, so as to support the record at the ends only, and at one end is provided with a grooved wheel to carry a rubber driving-band L. The machine as shown is hand-driven, K being a flywheel on an intermediate shaft, but a motor may be employed in place of the hand-driving mechanism. The support n for the horn R is adjustably fixed to the base A by a stud Q and T-piece P engaging in a slot. The free end of the support terminates in a pin 0, which passes through a metal U-piece V provided with out-turned edges so as to spring and slide in a guide T on the under surface of the horn. The horn is made in one or more conical or pyramidal sections or sheets of celluloid, papier mÔchÚ, &c., the edges of which are secured together in various ways by clamping-pieces. S is a metal strip secured along the under surface of the horn and carrying near the apex a bent spring Y Z for supporting the style X. The style, consisting of a glass tube one end of which is bent and drawn to a point, is slipped on the spring arm and is supported by a curved portion a on the arm Z. b is a leather or other similar pad.