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Patent GB-189704370-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gas Burners and Gas Supply Tape therefor.
Inventor: JARRE VINCENT
Filed: 1897-02-18
Granted: 1897-12-18
Abstract: 4370. Jarre, V., and Usannaz, E. J. Feb. 18. Acetylene and gas lamps.-Fig. 3 shows a burner A having a groove a on its outer surface supplied with acetylene or coal gas from the pipe B by the orifice b. A cap c surrounds the burner and is detachably secured thereto by the nut D. Fig. 7 shows in plan various modifications of the channels which conduct the gas between the burner and cap. The gassupply cock, not shown, is fitted with a cork or like lining between the shell and plug.
Patent GB-189704442-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Electric Batteries.
Inventor: DOBELL JOHN LASKEY
Filed: 1897-02-18
Granted: 1898-02-12
Abstract: 4442. Dobell, J. L. Feb. 18. Primary batteries.-Porous cells, slabs, or the like, especially cells for use in batteries having fused oxides or other substances as electrolytes, are made of calcined magnesite, ground to a powder, moistened with boracic acid dissolved in water or spirit, or in both, and kneaded into the shape required, after which the articles are dried or baked.
Patent GB-189706308-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Indicators for Telephone Exchanges.
Filed: 1897-03-10
Granted: 1898-01-22
Abstract: 6308. Siemens Bros. & Co., [Siemens & Halske]. March 10. Indicators or annunciators.-Relates to indicators or annunciators for telephone exchanges. In the form shown in Fig. 1, the drop indicator K is fixed to the pivoted armature A, which is mounted between the pole-pieces P', P<2> of the electromagnets E<1>, E<2>. The electromagnet E<2> is in the subscriber's circuit, and E<1> is in the exchange circuit, the indicator being lowered when the former and raised when the latter circuit is completed. The form shown in Fig. 3 is arranged as a ring-off drop. The pole-pieces of the electromagnets E', E<2> are formed by the inner ends of the softiron yoke R, to the middle of which is attached one pole of the permanent magnet M. The other end of this magnet carries the armature A and indicator K, the upper surface of the armature being curved and fitting in corresponding recesses in the ends of the pole-pieces. The pole-pieces and the armature are normally polarized by the magnet M, and the electromagnets are arranged in series, the apparatus being operated by alternate currents in opposite directions. The arrangement of the pole-pieces and armature is adapted to prevent magnetic dispersion between the poles.
Patent GB-189706435-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Driving Gear for Bicycles, Tricycles, and other Velocipedes and Motor Vehicles.
Inventor: LLOYD WALTER JOHN
Filed: 1897-03-11
Granted: 1898-01-29
Abstract: 6435. Lloyd, W. J., and Priest, W. March 11. Toothed wheels.-In driving-gear for bicycles and other velocipedes and motor vehicles, use is made of gear-wheels, each of which consists of a ring or disc a having on one side a series of projecting pins a which carry rollers e having rounded or coned ends to permit the rollers of one wheel to gear with those of another at a right or other angle thereto. The outer ends of the pins are preferably supported by a series of small arms f<1> on a ring or disc f parallel to the main disc
Patent GB-189709792-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable Chisel Fence.
Inventor: CONNOCK CHARLES JOSEPH
Filed: 1897-04-17
Granted: 1897-06-19
Abstract: 9792. Connock, C. J. April 17. Chisels, attachments for. Relates to an attachment or fence for a firmer chisel which enables the tool to be used with precision on a concave surface. The chisel blade is clamped against the bottom 2 of the piece 1 of channel section by a lever 3 pivoted at 4 to the fence and provided with a set-screw 5 for bearing against the blade. The lower surface of the fence is curved as shown. At its mouth is fixed a steel mouthpiece 6 with wings 7 for brazing to the sides of the fence.
Patent GB-189710811-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Aerial Balloons.
Inventor: FRICKE GUSTAV
Filed: 1897-04-30
Granted: 1897-06-05
Abstract: 10,811. Fricke, G. April 30. AÞrial machines with aÙrostats; steering.-The machinery is located in the space C between the two buoyant chambers A and B, as shown in elevation in Fig. 1. A hinged rudder S carried at the rear can be manipulated from the chamber C. Propellers P, mounted so as to be separately driven if desired, are carried on each side of the machine. By means of a pump b air or gas may be made to pass from either A or B or from B to A through the pipe a, which may be connected to the atmosphere by a cock c. D and E are air chambers similarly connected with one another and the atmosphere by a pipe w, pump r, and cock o. The transference of air or gas from A and E to B and D, or vice versÔ, serves to steer the machine in an upward or downward direction as desired.
Patent GB-189711877-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cycles and other such Vehicles.
Inventor: HAYDON HARRY TURNER
Filed: 1897-05-13
Granted: 1898-04-23
Abstract: 11,877. Haydon, H. T. May 13. Chains, adjusting tension of.-The Figures show a bicycle rear fork. The driving-wheel axle F, Fig. 1, is threaded through blocks A, which slide in the usual slot c'. An arm B, pivoted to the frame at b<2>, has ratchet teeth b<1> which engage similar teeth a' on the block A and secure the latter in position. The arm B may be secured in its engaged position by springing a projection b<3> into the slot c<1> as shown in Fig. 3. This catch may be replaced by a pivoted link which is sprung over a projection on the upper arm of the slot c<1>. In a modification shown in Fig. 5, a similar link D is turned over a spring J and secured thereon by a second link E. The spring J allows the block A to be moved in the outward direction, but prevents the reverse motion. In another modification, the teeth b<1> are formed on the upper arm of the slot c<1>, the lower arm being pivoted to the frame to permit the disengagement of the teeth.
Patent GB-189714323-A (GB)
Title: A Method of and Means for Removing the Boards from Textile Fabrics.
Inventor: SCHUELLEN ADOLF
Filed: 1897-06-12
Granted: 1897-07-31
Abstract: 14,323. Schnellen, A. June 12. Folding.-The pressed bale is placed on a stand a as shown in Fig. 2. One set of boards c is then removed, a suitable blade d, Fig. 3, being employed to separate the cloth if it sticks. The lower set of boards e remains and holds up the cloth, which is then removed and simultaneously folded in any desired manner. One of the sides of the case is made adjustable to accommodate bales of different sizes, or an adjustable board b<1> is employed for the same purpose.
Patent GB-189716579-A (GB)
Title: Process of Electro-glazing Tile Sections to Form a Plate for Windows and the like.
Inventor: EWEN JOHN MEIGGS
Filed: 1897-07-13
Granted: 1897-09-04
Abstract: 16,579. Ewen, J. M. July 13. Glazed gratings; windows; tiling.- The anode G used in the electro-glazing process is made in the form of a fork, or a grating similar in shape to the framework B, C of the tiles or prism plates A. Compressed air or other fluid is forced through pipes L, M into the electrolyte at the bottom of the tank K in order to agitate the solution and prevent an irregular deposit.
Patent GB-189717299-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Photographic Cameras.
Inventor: WOOD HENRY
Filed: 1897-07-22
Granted: 1898-01-08
Abstract: 1 7 , 2 9 9. Wood, H., and Clark, S. July 22. Cameras.-Relates to a camera with two lenses designed to give a large focussing-range. The lenses c, c<1> are mounted on an inner box b which slides in an outer box a. The lens c throws its image directly on the focussing-glass g', which may be removed after the hinged door h has been lifted by an elastic band i. A dark slide with plates can then be inserted. The image from the lens c' is reflected upwards by a mirror e, on to a focussing-glass c<2>. The mirror c is supported by side brackets f. The mirror e is so arranged that the lenses c, c<1> can be moved close up to the mirror and the bellows. In a modified form, the box b may be pushed forward so as to project from the outer box a.
Patent GB-189717924-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Field Magnets for Electric Generators and Motors.
Inventor: TUSON CHARLES
Filed: 1897-07-30
Granted: 1897-09-04
Abstract: 17,924. Tuson, C. July 30. Field magnets.-A hollow cylinder A of iron or steel is made with deep recesses a and b in the two ends, leaving an intarnal shell which is cut away at each side so as to form opposite pole-pieces B, C on one side and D, E on the other. The winding consists of two coils F, G and H, K, inserted into the recesses behind the pole-pieces, and crossing each other at L and M.
Patent GB-189720453-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Bottles to Prevent them being Refilled.
Inventor: BROWN PHILIP CHARLES
Filed: 1897-09-06
Granted: 1898-07-09
Abstract: 20,453. Brown, P. C. Sept. 6. Stopper ; refilling, preventing.-The bottle is formed with a short neck A, N, and is screw-threaded at D, the narrowed end N of the neck forming a seat for the valve k. This valve consists of a disc of wood &c. having radial arms, and is provided with a weighted stem H. When the bottle has been filled and the valve placed in position, the nozzle B, which is formed with a series of indentations C alternately on opposite sides of the neck, is placed over the end N of the neck A and cemented in position. The nozzle is screw-threaded at E to correspond with the part D of the neck, and a band of paper is pasted or cemented over the threaded parts. When the bottle is placed on its side, the valve acts as a float valve to prevent refilling.
Patent GB-189722174-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Paper Fasteners.
Inventor: TWIGG GEORGE HENRY
Filed: 1897-09-28
Granted: 1898-08-13
Abstract: 22,174. Twigg, G. H. Sept. 28. Paper fasteners. -Relates to adhesive e fasteners made of paper, linen-faced paper, &c. Fig. 1 shows one form of fastener, and Fig. 2 shows it in position. The corner of the collection of sheets c is laid upon the part a<1> within the dotted lines b, b, the wings a<2>, a<3> are secured above it, and the part a with the projecting corner of the sheets is folded down. Two slightly-modified forms of fastener are described, one of which is shown in Fig. 10.
Patent GB-189804902-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Coin Freed Gas Meters.
Inventor: PARKINSON WILLIAM COULSON
Filed: 1898-02-28
Granted: 1899-02-04
Abstract: 4902. Parkinson, W. C. Feb. 28. Gas meters; c o i n action.-The coin connects a slit drum a, which is turned by a knob d, with a split spindle g and disc f which is geared to the valve-opening screw sleeve. Half a revolution is made under guards h<1> and the coin drops out, further turning being prevented by the supporting-bracket c.
Patent GB-189808226-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of Manufacturing Artificial Stone and Concrete.
Inventor: FORD LEWIS PETER
Filed: 1898-04-06
Granted: 1898-08-20
Abstract: 8226. Ford, L. P., and Barber, T. W. April 6. Stone, artificial ; concretes.-Lime and sand are rammed while dry into moulds which are placed in a closed chamber. Air is exhausted from this chamber, and hot water is then admitted under pressure. Steam at high pressure is then used to expel the water and complete the hydration of the stone, a steam jacket maintaining the temperature of the chamber at the required value. The vessel is again exhausted to dry the stone, which can then be removed from the moulds. A small proportion of a dry powdered alkaline silicate may be combined with the lime and sand to increase the hardness of the product. Dry powdered pigments may also be employed to colour the stone, and when a multi-coloured effect is required blocks of various colours not completely indurated are broken up into small pieces and re-moulded with fresh lime and sand.
Patent GB-189810298-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Hook, more especially Intended for Use as a "Curb Hook."
Inventor: SWALES FRANK
Filed: 1898-05-05
Granted: 1898-07-16
Abstract: 10,298. Swales, F. May 5. Hooks.-The hook, which is particularly adapted for use as a curb-chain hook, has a loop or hook B at the top for connection to the bridle or other article. The body of the hook is flat, with a central aperture a into which projects the point c of the hook C. The method of placing a link on the hook C is shown in Fig. 2. The hook C, instead of being bent over at the end c, as shown, may terminate in an enlargement. A spring tongue may be provided extending across the aperture a in the body of the hook. Fig. 4 shows the hook made from wire, and Fig. 7 shows a double hook which may be used as a connecting-link.
Patent GB-189815829-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Arc Lamps of the Enclosed Type.
Inventor: STEELE LOUIS JOHN
Filed: 1898-07-20
Granted: 1899-10-20
Abstract: 15,829. Steele, L. J. July 20. Globes for electric arc lamps. The arc is enclosed by a globe a surrounded by a vacuous space, in order to keep the interior hot and the outside c cool. The globe a and outer wall c may be in one piece, and the space between them exhausted by a mercury pump. A metal cap may be fitted on the upper part of the globe, to equalize its temperature. The vacuous chamber may otherwise consist of several parts, surrounding or partly surrounding the arc-enclosing globe.
Patent GB-189820755-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Cardboard Boxes or Cases.
Inventor: NERSON JACQUES
Filed: 1898-10-01
Granted: 1899-07-29
Abstract: 20,755. Nersong J. March 19, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Cigar and cigarette boxes and cases are formed by cutting or punching out a cardboard blank, and bending the edges, as shown in Fig. 3, the parts. of the box or case, when set up, being secured by the grip of the bent edges.
Patent GB-189904681-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Road Sweeping Machines.
Inventor: FREEMAN GEORGE CECIL
Filed: 1899-03-03
Granted: 1900-02-24
Abstract: 4681. Freeman, G. C. March 3. Sweeping - machines; elevating sweepings.-The oblique brush C directs the sweepings into a pan J forming part of the casing D of an elevator H. The elevator consists of a series of flat brushes or discs mounted on endless chains passing round wheels as shown. An aperture at L allows the discharge of the sweepings into a front cart M. The brush and elevator are driven from the vehicle wheels.
Patent GB-189904808-A (GB)
Title: Process for Simultaneously Developing and Fixing a Latent Photographic Image.
Inventor: ELLON LUDWIG
Filed: 1899-03-04
Granted: 1899-04-22
Abstract: 4808. Ellon, L. March 4. Developing; fixing. -Relates to a combined developing and fixing solution. The solution contains alkaline compounds of pyrocatechin and a fixing-agent, preferably sub-sulphurous salts.
Patent GB-189907819-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in connection with Screw Cutting Lathes.
Inventor: PARKINSON ERNEST
Filed: 1899-04-14
Granted: 1900-03-17
Abstract: 7819. Parkinson, E. April 14. Lathes.-A screw-cutting lathe is arranged to automatically effect the traverse and return of the saddle, and the advance, withdrawal, and feed of the tool, and the stopping of the feed at a determined depth of thread. Two main screws D, E, with separate nuts, are suitably driven to give a quick return by one screw or to cut a thread of the opposite hand during the return stroke. The nuts H are carried by a rocking lever J, linked to the reciprocating slide F<1>, one nut being engaged and the other released at each end of the stroke. The slide is reciprocated by a rod K and lever K<1>, the latter being feathered on a long rock-shaft K<2> at the back of the lathe. The rock-shaft is operated by a slotted arm P<3> engaging a pin P<1> on a disc on a short shaft L, frictionally driven from a belt-pulley M freely mounted on the rock shaft. The rotation of the shaft L is controlled by an escapement device S' operated by a lever R and a rod Q in front of the lathe. The rod Q has adjustable collars engaged by the saddle at each end of each traverse, thus allowing the shaft L to make a semi-rotation and advance or withdraw the tool. The tool-rest F is fed by a screw W<1>, operated at each cutting traverse by a pawl U', Fig. 5, ratchetwheel W, link U, and lever T. The lever is carried by the slide, and is feathered on a fixed shaft T' with a spiral keyway, secured to the saddle. A bar Y', with an adjustable collar Y, is secured to the tool-rest. When the tool has been fed to the desired depth, the collar Y releases a pawl V from a spring-actuated lever U<3>, which lifts the pawl U<2>, stopping the feed. The Provisional Specification states that a spring cushion is provided to yield when the nuts of the leading screws are operated till the nuts register with the screws.
Patent GB-189907972-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Coffin Furniture and in the Manufacture of the same.
Inventor: RALPH JAMES
Filed: 1899-04-15
Granted: 1900-02-24
Abstract: 7972. Ralph, J. April 15. Drawings to Specification. Handles.-Handle plates for coffins are made of wood shaped to the required design, and ornamented on the surfaces with ivory, inlaid wood, metal stampings, &c. A handle plate is prevented from warping, either by cross-pieces let into the back, or by forming them of two plates secured together with the grains at right-angles. The plate may be let into the wood of the coffin, or may be secured thereto by screws from the inside of the coffin. The handle supports pass through holes in the plates, and are secured on the inside of the coffin.
Patent GB-189910232-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Fabric or Material, especially adapted for the Making of Trunks, Baskets, and the like.
Inventor: LARSEN RAMUS
Filed: 1899-05-15
Granted: 1899-06-17
Abstract: 10,232. Larsen, R. May 15. Wickerwork; baskets; trunks.-Flat strips or bands b of rattan or similar v e g e t a b l e fibrous material are interwoven with wires a, and covered on one side with a suitable textile material and on the other with a waterproof material.
Patent GB-189912872-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Use in Re-tipping Billiard Cues.
Inventor: HOWARD GEORGE FREDERICK
Filed: 1899-06-20
Granted: 1900-04-21
Abstract: 12,872. Howard, G. F. June 20. Filing-machines.-Relates to apparatus for surfacing the ends of billiard cues and the backs of tips. The cue b is held by a V-shaped recess a<1> and pins c on a base a, and is surfaced by a file g mounted on a block h, which can be moved backwards and forwards in a guide d. The guide d is preferably formed with a glass bed f, and is connected to the base a by dowel pins &c. so as to be detachable to facilitate packing. The tips are surfaced in the same apparatus by fitting them in a socket carried on a rod which takes the place of the cue.
Patent GB-189920365-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Attachment Bosses for Cycle Saddles.
Inventor: BETTERIDGE ALFRED JEROME
Filed: 1899-10-11
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 20,365. Betteridge, A. J. Oct. 11. Saddle clips.-A U- shaped clip B fits on the L rod S, and is recessed to receive coned projections c<1> on washers C which are grooved for the reception of the saddle frame W. The clamping-bolt P, fitted with the usual washers, passes through the various parts of the clip, which are drawn together by tightening up the nut. The coned parts c<1> engaging the recesses prevent the rotation of the saddle. The cones may be formed on the clip, and the recesses on the washers.
Patent GB-189922255-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Twisting Machines.
Inventor: HAENICHEN ADOLPH
Filed: 1899-11-07
Granted: 1900-01-06
Abstract: 22,255. Haenichen, A. Nov. 7. T w i s t i n g - machines with twisting - arrangements at delivery.-Two rows of both delivery and receiving spindles are arranged on each side of the machine. The yarn is passed from the vertical spindles h, which are driven by belts o<4> extending from one end of the machine to the other and passing over pulleys i<5> on a vertical shaft b<2> driven by worm gearing from the main shaft c<4>. Corresponding pulleys at the opposite end of the machine are carried by adjustable brackets so that the tension of the belts o<4> may be adjusted. Each spindle h is mounted in bearings in a spring bracket g, Fig. 5, which is hinged to an adjustable bracket e on the rail and is turned by the spring j so as to press the wharve i of the spindle continuously against the driving-belt o<4> ; w<1> is a spring catch for holding the spindle wharve out of contact with the driving-belt when desired. The twisted yarns from the vertical spindles are passed through guide-eyes y and through guides on a horizontal traverse rail z to the horizontal bobbins, which are carried loosely in suitable brackets and rest upon the winding-drums u, which are mounted upon a shaft t driven through worm and change gearing from the vertical shaft b<2>. The traverse rail z is operated by a cam and lever arrangement f<5>, h<4>, the cam shaft being connected by spur gearing with the shaft t carrying the drums u.
Patent GB-190009936-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Photographic Cameras for Producing and Viewing Images in Natural Colours.
Inventor: BUTLER EDWIN TRANTER
Filed: 1900-05-30
Granted: 1900-07-21
Abstract: 9936. Butler, E. T. May 30. Cameras; producing coloured photographs. - Relates to a stereoscopic camera for producing coloured photographs by dividing the spectrum into four parts, two of which are represented by two negatives produced by each lens of the camera. Reference is made to Specification No. 29,353, A.D. 1897. Fig. 1 shows a section of one compartment of the camera. The rays of light from the lens D<3> are divided into two parts by the transparent reflector E, one part passing through the coloured screen G to the sensitive plate B<3>, and the other part passing through the complementary coloured screen to the sensitive plate B<2>. The other compartment is similar, except that the coloured screens represent different parts of the spectrum. When the instrument is used as a stereoscope, the plates B<2> and B<3> are replaced by transparent positives produced from the same, and the base A is turned upon its hinge and clamped in position by the stay I, connected to the baseboard H. A reflector is used to send light through the plate B<2>.
Patent GB-190016860-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Placing Driving Straps or Belts on their Pulleys.
Inventor: JAGGER ELI
Filed: 1900-09-22
Granted: 1901-08-03
Abstract: 16,860. Jagger, E. Sept. 22. Bands, placing on pulleys.-At the side of the pulley is mounted a frame consisting of a pair of discs a, b, connected by distance-pieces e, and a segment g. The disc a is of the same diameter as, or a little smaller than, the pulley ; the disc b is larger ; the body of the segment is of the same radius as the disc a ; it is formed with a helical projection, the radius of which is the same as that of the disc b. Normally, the frame hangs in the position shown in Fig. 2, and the belt, if off the pulley, is supported on the distance-pieces and on the ends of the segments. By means of a rope or chain n, passing over a flange m, the frame is turned to move the segment to the top, it thus lifts up the band, which is moved sideways on to the pulley by the helical projection. The movement of the frame is limited by an arm q and a fixed stop r.