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Patent GB-190011585-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Furnaces.
Inventor: HOFMANN ALFRED
Filed: 1900-06-26
Granted: 1901-06-26
Abstract: 11,585. Hofmann, A. June 26. Mechanical stoking; grates; air supply, regulating.-Coal is supplied from a hopper a through crushing-rollers b and a feeding-cylinder c to an inclined plate d, which delivers it to a chain grate e of special arrangement and construction. The back part of this grate is upwardly inclined, and beneath it air is supplied for combustion through adjustable flaps q<1> ... q<4>. The flames pass forward over the grate. Incompletely-burnt fragments of fuel are thrown back by the toothed roller i, and clinker is removed from the grate by the fixed scraper k. The plate d may be raised round its hingep, to allow direct firing through the door behind it. The grate is constructed of two endless side chains running in guides and united by cross-bars on which short hook-ended bars are mounted as shown. The hook ends of the bars are so formed that the bars can only be removed at the bend of the chain. An adjustable flap z, Fig. 4, may be fitted above the lowest part of the grate, to permit of the contraction of the space for the passage of the flame when a low fire is used. The rate of travel of the grate and the supply of air through the flaps q<1> &c, may be automatically controlled according to the pressure of steam in the boiler heated by the furnace. This is effected by means of a weighted piston exposed to the varying pressure of the steam and acting to shift the reversing-fork of open and crossed belt gearing. This gearing operates, in one direction or another, (1) a belt fork shifting a belt on coned pulleys by which the grate is operated, and (2) mechanism for operating the airsupply regulating-flaps q<1> &c. The whole apparatus is mounted on a framework so that it may be removed bodily from the boiler. The mechanism for actuating the flaps q<1> &c, is shown in Fig. 5. It consists of a sliding rack operated by the toothed wheel 4, which is turned by worm gearing as shown. The rack carries a projection 3, which acts in succession on fingers on the spindles of the flaps, so as to open them and keep them open. Counterweights close the flaps when the rack is withdrawn.
Patent GB-190013342-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Garment Hooks.
Inventor: MACEY FRED
Filed: 1900-07-24
Granted: 1900-10-06
Abstract: 13,342. Macey, F. July 24. Hook and eyes.-A garment hook for engaging any suitable eye is formed by bending wire to the shape shown in Figs. 2 and 4, the eyes B and D serving to secure the hook at the front and the eye C securing it at the rear. The end of the wire after forming the loop is extended forward under the bill E, and between the loops B and D, and is formed with an upward bulge A, as shown, to prevent the eye, when sprung past it, from being accidentally released.
Patent GB-190100498-A (GB)
Title: Improved Construction of Appliances for Retaining Ladies Skirts and Blouses or the like in Position, and for other Purposes.
Inventor: AUSTEN WALTER JOHN
Filed: 1901-01-08
Granted: 1901-11-09
Abstract: 498. Austen, W. J. Jan. 8. Suspenders for articles of dress; stocking suspenders.-A safetypin provided with barbs or pointed hooks 3 on metal caps 1, 2, Fig. 1, or a plate 6, Fig. 3, or separate pieces 4, Fig. 4, for ready attachment, is used to secure a shirt or other dress waist to a skirt, drawers to socks and stockings, underskirts to drawers, parts of dresses, skirts, and habits together, and to serve as a suspender or elevator.
Patent GB-190102814-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Manufacture of Lace Window Blinds, Curtains, and the like.
Inventor: HENDRIE WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-02-09
Granted: 1901-12-31
Abstract: 2814. Hendrie, W., and Smith, A. Feb. 9. Lace window blinds, curtains, &c. Relates to a method and means for inserting or weaving in, in the fabric of a lace curtain or blind, a tape or cord. Threads carried by an extra bar E and by a spool bar S are caused to make alternately pillaring and clothwork at the front and back of the band Z. The ordinary spool bar rod S<1> has a pin P, which hits the lever L and so moves the bar E by the hook H. A dropper D<2>, operated by a cord M connected to the same jacquard needle which controls the jack I, can be moved to the position shown in dotted line at the same time that the jack is inserted between the spool threads of the bar S ; in this position the bar E receives its full motion, and its threads make clothwork, while tbe threads of the bar S pillar. When the bar D<2> is drawn back and the jack I is withdrawn, the threads of the bar S pillar and those of the bar E make clothwork. The band Z is guided through a slot U in a special guide-bracket T, shown in Figs. 3, 4, and 5, and passes edgeways between the carriages. A spring T<1> allows the band to be readily inserted into the slot 0.
Patent GB-190104752-A (GB)
Title: A Safety Valve.
Inventor: ROSS ROBERT LIGHTON
Filed: 1901-03-06
Granted: 1901-11-30
Abstract: 4752. Ross, R. L. March 6. Safety - valves.- A large outlet is provided, with small lift. An inner valve a on a spindle c is pressed on to its seat by a coiled spring d. An outer annular valve l, with two seating- faces, has webs connecting it to a boss y surrounding the spindle and carrying a sleeve x which is acted on by the spring q. The valves act independently against the pressure of their springs or loads. The springs are adjustable, and their pressure is equalized by means of ball-and-socket joints w.
Patent GB-190111118-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Golf Clubs.
Inventor: WILSON JOHN
IPC: A63B53/00
Filed: 1901-05-30
Granted: 1901-07-06
Abstract: 11,118. Wilson, J. May 30. Golf, clubs for. Relates especially to " putters," and consists in weighting the handle, so as to raise the centre of gravity. A cap A, loaded with lead D, is provided with a screwed socket B, by which it is connected to the handle C.
Patent GB-190111703-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electrical Distribution Boards
Inventor: GRUNDY CHARLES
Filed: 1901-06-07
Granted: 1902-04-24
Abstract: 11,703. Grundy, C. June 7. Couplings; distributing; lighting, systems of; switches.-Relates to a distributing-board by which fittings can be connected as desired to the supply leads, and is particularly applicable for luminous advertisements, theatrical purposes, &c. A base board a is fitted with a number of guide-bars b suitably connected to the base so as to form undercut grooves. In these grooves the positive and negative leads e, f are arranged, and the fitting, such as a lamp-holder q, is so shaped and provided with contacts that it slides in the groove and also makes contact with the leads. The board is preferably formed with hinged doors a<1>, a<11> for access to the connections and for sliding the bodies v and other fittings, which are preferably of the shape shown, into the grooves. Sets of conductors may be fitted in the grooves, and a switch may be fitted to disconnect them in any desired order to produce various effects of colour or light.
Patent GB-190111899-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Movable Seats for the use of Shop Assistants and Analogous Purposes.
Inventor: WHITE CHARLES
Filed: 1901-06-11
Granted: 1902-01-30
Abstract: 11,899. White, C. June 11. Seats. - A shop seat 4 is counterbalanced by a weight, and is pivoted in a frame 5, 6, which is hung from a rod or angle bar 3 secured to a wall &c. The part 9 of the frame keeps the back of the seat from touching the wall. The seat can be slid sideways.
Patent GB-190112812-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus or Means for Releasing or Operating Photographic Shutters.
Inventor: EDWARDS ARTHUR HENRY
Filed: 1901-06-24
Granted: 1902-08-23
Abstract: 12,812. Edwards, A. H. June 24. Shutters. - Relates to a mechanical device to replace the pneumatic ball and tube for actuating exposure shutters. A flexible cord is made up of two flexible parts, the outside part consisting of a series of short sleeves A, Fig. 1, with rounded ends, and the inside part of a flexible cord Z. Various forms are given to the sleeves A. The movement is imparted to the mechanism of the shutter by the relative movement of A and Z. Fig. 7 shows the application of the device to a shutter. The cord Z is connected to the frame of the shutter by a crosspin Z<2> and tube V, and the external sleeve to a tube W which slides in the tube V and is con. nected to the mechanism of the shutter at T. The relative movement of the cord and sleeve are produced by squeezing together the flange U and knob X<1>, the parts being returned to their original position by the springs 0, 0<1>, connected to the ends of the cord and sleeve. The sleeve may be enclosed in a braided cover S. Various devices are described for effecting the relative movement between the cord and the sleeve.
Patent GB-190117102-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Rail Joints
Filed: 1901-08-26
Granted: 1902-07-17
Abstract: 17,102. Quillfeldt, A. von, and Hoerder Bergwerksu n d H³tten - Verein. Aug. 26. Rail joints.-Clamps c, tightened by bolts e, embrace the foot of the rail, the additional plate d, and the flanges of the fishplates. Either the plate or the flange of the fishplates, or both, may be omitted.
Patent GB-190121859-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Methods of Making Articles Covered with Marqueterie Veneers.
Inventor: HUGENDUBEL ERNST
Filed: 1901-10-30
Granted: 1901-11-30
Abstract: 21,859. Hugendubel, E. Oct. 30. Veneering.-Relates to a method of covering articles with marquetry veneers. The marquetry veneer a, Fig. 2, is pressed on a body c of pasteboard, papier mÔchÚ, or the like, heat and great pressure being applied. The inlays b sink into the plastic body, and all other irregularities in the back of the veneer are filled up.
Patent GB-190122254-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Friction Clutches
Inventor: HALL JAMES
Filed: 1901-11-05
Granted: 1901-12-07
Abstract: 22,254. Hall, J. Nov. 5. Clutches. - Relates to operating-mechan- ism for friction clutches of the type described in Specifi- cation No. 3681, A.D. 1901. The screws z have square ends fitted in holes in the pres- sure disc j ; the nuts x are held in seats in the casing d by discs y, and are formed with bevel-wheels w, which gear with other wheels on spindles t ; arms s on the ends of the spindles are coupled by links r to the sleeve l ; the eyes of the arms and the ends of the spindles are serrated to engage with each other and to permit of angular adjustment.
Patent GB-190122559-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Cycle Driving and Brake Actuating Mechanism.
Filed: 1901-11-08
Granted: 1902-09-18
Abstract: 22,559. Abingdon Works Co., and Newey, G. Nov. 8. Clutches; brakes. -Relates to positive-driving clutches for driving and brake mechanism. The chain - wheel A is mounted on discs B, B<1>, preferably by ball bearings which are adjusted by screwing the disc B on an extension of the hub. A pin b, screwing through the disc B into holes formed in the inner part D of the clutch, secures the bearings in adjustment. The clutch comprises a triangular block C, adapted to engage ratchet teeth formed in the wheel A, and carried in sockets, of the shape shown in Fig. 3, formed in the part D of the clutch. Levers E, pivoted in a slot in the part D, are actuated by springs F so as to press the blocks C<1> against the ratchet teeth. The action is as follows: -When driving, the blocks C are gripped between the ratchet teeth and the sockets, as shown, but, on coasting, the blocks are turned on to the points 2 and depressed, and are then oscillated on the points 2 as the teeth pass over them.
Patent GB-190204263-A (GB)
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1902-02-19
Granted: 1902-05-08
Abstract: 4263. Boult, A. J., [Lanston Monotype Machine Co.]. Feb. 19, Type; type, setting etc.; monotype machines; type-writers &c.-Relates to apparatus for feeding record or controlling strips in type-casting &c. machines, such as those described in Specifications No. 8633, A.D. 1899, and No. 8982, A.D. 1901. Fig. 1 shows the feed mechanism, which comprises the feed shaft 2 operated by means of the ratchet 3, 5, and the rod 10, arm 8, and rod 7. The supply spool 20 rests in a trough or holder 23, its end flanges engaging the ends of the trough. The trough 23 may be fixed in position by projections 25 on its ends engaging in slots 22 in the framing 1. The winding-spool 21 is formed of a plane barrel having a flange 27 at one end and a screw plug 28 at the other end. In it is a central sliding rod 30 pressed by a spiral spring 34, so that the end 30<a> enters the hole in the end 28. The other end 31 is adapted to enter a recess in a driving-shaft 45, and a pin 32 on a disc 33 fixed to the rod is adapted to engage one of a series of holes 48 in a disc 46 on the shaft 45. In a conical housing 40 on the framing is a sliding rod 41 pressed by a spring 44, so that the end of the rod enters the hole in the end 28, and compresses the spring 34 so that the rod 31 and pin 32 are projected into their sockets. On the end of the rod 41 is a button 42 having a pin or projection 43 which engages a notch in the end of the housing when the spool is in working position. To remove the spool, the button 42 is withdrawn and rotated, so that the projection 43 engages the end of the housing 40, and holds the rod 41 retracted within the framing 1 and disengaged from the spool. The spring 34 presses the rod 30 to the left, and draws the pins 31, 32 within the end of the spool. Flanges 55 on the framing 1 locate the position of the spool when replacing it in the machine. The winding- spool is rotated by the ratchet-wheel 49 on the shaft 45, and a pawl 51 on an arm 50. The arm 50 is pulled by a spring 52, to make its feeding- movements, and is retracted by a projection 54 on an arm 53 fixed to the rod 7. The spring 52 maintains a tension on the strip, as the stroke of the pawl is greater than the feed of the strip. The spool 21 may be provided with a flexible tongue 39 for attaching the strip.
Patent GB-190204914-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with the Colouring of Stone to Imitate Marble.
Inventor: SCHWOB EUGENE
Filed: 1902-02-26
Granted: 1903-01-22
Abstract: 4914. Schwob, E. Feb. 26. Stone, colouring; stone, artificial.-Relates to the colouring of slabs, columns, &c. of calcareous or other stone, to imitate marble. The stone is finely polished with pumicestone, and the parts which are not to be coloured are coated with a mixture of turpentine oil, spermaceti, beeswax, and stearin dissolved in a water bath. The colours employed are mineral colours, and are dissolved in water or in 90 per cent. alcohol, 5 per cent. of alum being added. The colours, having been applied to the stone and allowed to dry, are fixed by the application of a mixture of linseed oil and turpentine oil. When this is dry, any excess of colour and oil is removed with pumicestone, and a finishing polish is applied by means of an alcoholic solution of shellac.
Patent GB-190208543-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Proving and Bread Racks for Bakeries.
Inventor: TONGE THOMAS HENRY
Filed: 1902-04-12
Granted: 1903-02-12
Abstract: 8543. Tonge, T. H. April 12. Ovens.-Relates to bakers' proving and bread racks, stands, or trucks, and particularly to racks comprising one or more uprights with arms or brackets for loose shelves or trays, and consists of means for protecting the dough on the trays from cold air without using cloth covers. The rack shown in transverse section in Fig. 2 is provided with the usual carriage A, end uprights C, and vertical cross-stays D. The brackets E are made deep, so that there is only just sufficient space e between them for the passage of the trays F. The carriage A is provided with a lip G, or may be covered over, and the back of each side is panelled over the crossstays D with boards d. Each tray F is provided with an end strip or flange f. Hinged lids Hare provided at the top, and roller blinds K are arranged to close the fronts.
Patent GB-190213549-A (GB)
Title: Improved Manufacture of Stair Rod Eyes and the like.
Inventor: EARLE JOSEPH
Filed: 1902-06-14
Granted: 1902-09-25
Abstract: 13,549. Earle, J. June 14. Making stair-rod eyes.-A metal strip or tube is drawn through dies until it becomes in cross section of the form of the eye, Figs. 2 and 5.
Patent GB-190223165-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Clutch-mechanism
Inventor: JENATZY CAMILLE
Filed: 1902-10-23
Granted: 1903-10-23
Abstract: 23,165. Jenatzy, C. Oct. 23. Clutches.-A magnetic clutch for motor vehicles &c. has combined with it a positive clutch. The magnetic clutch consists of a U-section rim A, supported by the driving-shaft, which carries a winding of wire and a ring B of bronze secured by bolts C ; two soft-iron rings F are fixed on the lips of the rim by bronze screws G, with the interposition of a brass plate H. The soft-iron disc J is carried by a boss K, loose on the sleeve M, which fits over the square end of the driven shaft N. The sleeve is formed with a collar provided with teeth c adapted to engage with teeth a on the boss K ; shorter teeth b, alternating with the teeth a, are formed on the boss with the object of facilitating engagement and reducing back-lash. The spring U normally presses the sleeve M to the left to keep the positive clutch engaged and allow the disc J to move towards the rings H ; when pressure is exerted upon the pedal Q, the sleeve is drawn to the right, disengaging the positive clutch, and then, by means of its flange P, drawing back the disc J. The electric circuit through the clutch is controlled by the pedal-lever.
Patent GB-190228447-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Elastic Attachments for Braces and like Suspenders for Garments.
Inventor: LILEY EDWARD
Filed: 1902-12-24
Granted: 1903-10-29
Abstract: 28,447. Liley, E. Dec. 24. Braces.-Relates to elastic attachments for braces and the like. The ends d<1> of a helical spring d are attached, respectively, to two loose pulleys c concentrically pivoted on a pin b fixed to a frame a, which is attached to the brace. Different cords e are rigidly attached to and pass over a groove in each of the pulleys, their ends being fastened to tabs f. The pulleys are free to turn slightly in opposite directions and so adjust the length of the cord. In another arrangement, the pulleys are placed in a frame and directly attached to the garment, in which case each pulley is pivoted to a separate pin, and is fitted with a separate helical spring, the cords being connected to the braces.
Patent GB-190303289-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Dividing Compasses
Inventor: STANG TORVALD
Filed: 1903-02-11
Granted: 1903-06-18
Abstract: 3289. Stang, T., and Gullestad, H. Feb. 11. Proportional compasses ; dividers.- To enable a line to be bisected, compasses are fitted with a middle leg x y, which slides through the head o and a sleeve f connected by rods a, c to the legs d, b. A spring is interposed between a collar on the leg x y and the sleeve f. By liberating the leg x, y from the rods b, d, it may be moved to one side, as shown, to trisect a line.
Patent GB-190306826-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Steam Projectors especially Designed for Motor Vehicles.
Inventor: STICKER FRANCIS
Filed: 1903-03-24
Granted: 1903-07-16
Abstract: 6826. Sticker, F. March 24. Injectors.-With the view to lightness and to the prevention of the breakage of the jet or column of the injector when used on a motor vehicle in motion to replenish the boiler, the injector shown in longitudinal section in Fig. 1 is employed. The water inlet appears at 2, [the steam inlet at 3, the boiler outlet at 4, and the overflot at 5. Extending through the steam chamber 6 is the double steam-tube, the portion 8 of which forms the lifter and the portion 9 the forcer. The combining-tube 10 empties into the discharge chamber 12, which, by the channel 13, communicates with an opening in the controlling-cock 14. The portion 9 opens to the water chamber 15 opposite the delivery tube 19, which has the spill-slot 17 for carrying off the initial overflow to the chamber 18, which delivers to the cock 14. The delivery tube opens both to the boiler and the cock. The latter is so constructed that it cuts off in succession the passages 15, 18, 19, when the jet of water will pass by the outlet 4 to the boiler. To regulate the quantity of water, the adjustable valve 20 is provided.
Patent GB-190310627-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, and in the Manufacture of, Certain Parts of Cycle-saddle Attachment Clips
Inventor: BROOKS JOHN BOULTBEE
Filed: 1903-05-11
Granted: 1904-03-10
Abstract: 10,627. Brooks, J. B., and Holt, J. May 11. Stamping parts of velocipedes. In making a cycle saddle clip, the band b, Fig. 2, which embraces the seat pillar, and the parts a against which the frame wires b<9>, b<10> are clamped, are stamped up from sheet-metal blanks of the forms shown in Figs. 9 and 5. The upper parts of the band b, Fig. 2, are flanged to embrace loose clamping- pieces c, which may be cast or forged solid or be pressed up from sheet-metal blanks.
Patent GB-190310731-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Book Markers or Indicators.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1903-05-11
Granted: 1904-03-11
Abstract: 10,731. Boult, A. J., [Eggersgl³ss, H.]. May 11. Copy-holders.-An arrangement for temporary application to a book, of any size, indicates the lines or columns in copying. The arrangement, as shown in side elevation applied to a book, consists of a tube a and rod b, connected by a spring c, and having end plates d. The plates are prevented from slipping by rubber pads or springs, and from being pushed in too far by pins e. A bar of some flexible material is mounted on the rod by means of a sleeve or bend f, so as to slide up and down and turn from one side to the other. The bar is made more flexible by thinning the end nearest the rod. Marks may be made on the bar to indicate columns.
Patent GB-190312026-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Machine for Washing Clothing Fabrics Wool and the like
Inventor: OSMOND SAMUEL JAMES
Filed: 1903-05-26
Granted: 1903-10-15
Abstract: 12,026. Osmond, S. J. May 26. Washing-machines; washing- plungers or dollies. -The articles to be treated are laid at the bottom of a tub, are covered with washing- liquid, and the appliance shown in Fig. 1 is moved up and down in the liquid so as to cause it to circulate through the appliance, thus alternately sucking and forcing the liquid through the articles. The appliance comprises a handle a, bars b, tubes c, d, e, and funnels f connected in pairs by plates m. An air-escape valve g is fixed on the tube c. At the bottom of each of the funnels f is a strainer to prevent fluff &c. from entering them.
Patent GB-190312525-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and in connection with Drawers for Commodes, Closets, Wardrobes, Tables and the like.
Inventor: IMRAY OLIVER
Filed: 1903-06-02
Granted: 1903-07-02
Abstract: 12,525. Imray, O., [Sponholz, C.]. June 2. Commodes.-Relates to a device whereby drawers of commodes, closets, &c. may be drawn right out without falling. Rails d, Fig. 1, on the sides of a drawer a, work in slots c in the sides of a frame b, which is guided in a commode &c. by means of rails e. The slots are closed at the ends to prevent the drawer from being detached from the frame. At the end of the frame is a notch g, Fig. 8, which slides over a stop f, Fig. 1, but a latch-piece h', pivoted to the frame, rests normally be!ow the notch, so as to engage with the stop and prevent the frame from being drawn. right out. Instead of a latch-piece, a bent lever may be used, pivoted so that it rests normally in the locking position. Or a vertical bolt h, Fig. 8, sliding in guides p, may be used. The bolt may be held in the locking position by a spring q bearing on a pin r, and may be raised by pressing upwards on a bent-over part at the top. In a modification, the spring q, Fig. 11, attached to a fixed plate p bears on the bent-over part s of the bolt.