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Patent GB-189706748-A (GB)
Title: Method of and Apparatus for Producing Simultaneously Polychrome Printing upon Rotary Presses.
Inventor: WALDECK MARTIN ALEXANDER
Filed: 1897-03-15
Granted: 1897-07-24
Abstract: 6748. Waldeck, M. A., and Haken, E. C. de. March 15. Printing in several colours.-Relates to means for printing portions of a paper roll in one or more colours, as the web passes through any ordinary rotary machine. A colour-printing roller E is mounted upon a double-armed lever M, pivoted at I, and fitted with a spring L, which normally keeps the roller in contact with the inking- apparatus F. A curved piece H, carried by the printing-cylinder B of the machine, strikes against the end k of the lever M and causes the roller E to pass over the web as it passes beneath the cylinder B. The colour trough for supplying colour to the roller may be divided into a number of compartments for different colours, and the trough roller may have corresponding divisions or sections. When the roller E would be too small for the work to be done, a larger roller, driven direct by means of toothed wheels, is employed ; the printing-blocks are secured to this roller by screws which pass into apertures formed in the roller.
Patent GB-189710160-A (GB)
Title: Improved Combined Measure and Cost Indicating Apparatus.
Inventor: SMITH ALFRED
Filed: 1897-04-23
Granted: 1897-07-31
Abstract: 10,160. Smith, A. April 23. Calculating-a p p a r a t u s; measures of length.-Relates to apparatus for showing the cost of lengths of material as it is measured out. Adjacent to the measure n<4>, Fig. 4, fixed to the counter b<2>, are tappets m, m<1>, m<2>, m<3>, one of which is pressed down as the material is measured and operates an escapement mechanism controlling the rotation of the cost indicating-drum a, Fig. 2, which shows through a slot in the counter adjacent to a price-indicating scale t. The drum is driven by a spring c and returned to normal position by pulling a cord u. When a tappet m &c. is pressed it acts through a bell-crank lever on the corresponding slide p, p<1>, p<2>, or p<3>, moving it to the right, and by the pin r rocking the escapement lever s, h. The drum is then free to turn until a lever k strikes the projecting end of the slide, the stroke being greater or less according to the tappet pressed. For example, if 3“ yards at 5d. are required, the tappet m<3> is pressed three times as the yards are measured, and then the tappet m once for the quarter. The length scale at the left of the drum will now show 3“, and under 5 on the price scale will be found the cost 1s. 4“d.
Patent GB-189710686-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Generating Acetylene Gas.
Inventor: PATTERSON JEROME JOSIAH
Filed: 1897-04-29
Granted: 1898-04-29
Abstract: 10,686. Patterson, J. J. Dec. 22, A.D. 1896, [date claimed under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Acetylene.-The generating-chamber A containing a removable carbide holder Q is detachable and is fitted to its cover f by means of a water seal o<1>. The cover is connected with the water tank B through a small intermediate tank C, above and below which are cocks hand i. The generator A and tank C communicate also directly with the upper part of the tank B for equalizing the gas pressure throughout the apparatus. The cocks h and i are connected by levers h<x>, i<x> with a weighted chain carried by the bell E of the gas holder, and they are set so that one is open when the other is shut. The supply of water to the carbide is automatically controlled by the gas holder, and the arrangement of the small tank prevents a waste of water when the carbide is exhausted. The gas passes to the holder through a cooling-coil 0 and a draining-chamber R. Excess of gas escapes from the holder by a pipe b which is carried by the bell E and is unsealed when the bell rises to a certain height. In a modified form, two generators are connected with the holder for alternate use.
Patent GB-189711563-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Links for Sleeve Cuffs or the like purposes.
Inventor: GRIFFITH SYDNEY
Filed: 1897-05-10
Granted: 1898-03-12
Abstract: 11,563. Griffith, S. May 10. Sleeve-links. - The fetters of sleeve-links are formed of two metal plates stamped with openings 9 and slits or slots 10. The two plates are superposed so that the slots 10 lie on opposite sides of the openings 9 and the shanks of the buttons cannot work out. The fetters are secured together by means of one or more rivets.
Patent GB-189713812-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fire Places or Stoves.
Inventor: NICHOLLS JOHN FREDERICK
Filed: 1897-06-04
Granted: 1898-05-14
Abstract: 13,812. Nicholls, J. F. June 4. Feeding and stoking.-Consists of a device for automatically feeding fuel to domestic fireplaces. In the body of the stove is arranged a removable fuel chamber, of which Fig. 4 shows a view from beneath. It is divided into four compartments, the hinged bottoms D<1> of which can be opened one by one by turning the spindle E carrying the notched plate E'. At the upper end of the spindle is the bevel-wheel E' which gears with the wheel G<1> when the fuel chamber is slid into position. The firebox A is carried on the scale beams B and rises when the fuel is nearly consumed. The rods N lower the escapement frame M, Fig. 5, and the shaft I is turned one quarter of a revolution by the weight and chain H, carrying with it by a pawl and ratchet connection the bevel-wheel G<1> and emptying one of the compartments of the full chamber. The fuel passes down the chute O, opening the balanced valve P in transit. The double balancing arms P' cause oscillation of the valve. By means of a chain K the chain H can be wound up without turning the wheel G. Flues Q proceed from each side of the firegrate.
Patent GB-189721547-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or applicable to Seats for Water Closets, in part applicable to Doors and other Structures.
Inventor: KAY THOMAS ROBERT
Filed: 1897-09-20
Granted: 1898-07-23
Abstract: 21,547. Kay, T. R. Sept. 20. Drawings to Specification. Closet seats. - An annular - shaped seat is divided transversely, the front half being secured to the back by spring hinges which normally keep the front raised. The back half is secured to the basin by pivoted eccentrics which engage either with the rim of the basin or recesses in the same.
Patent GB-189723664-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring Tyres and Rims for the Wheels of Velocipedes and other Vehicles.
Inventor: ALLEN JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-10-14
Granted: 1898-01-08
Abstract: 23,664. Allen, J. W. Oct. 14. Tyres, elastic other than pneumatic; felloes or rims.-The top of a hollow steel tube of either of the forms shown forms the rim of the wheel, the bottom forms the tyre, and the :sides act as continuous springs. The form shown in Fig. 1 is suitable for light vehicles, and that shown in Fig. 2 for heavy vehicles. Rims of both forms may be provided with outer rubber or other tyres.
Patent GB-189725085-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Mechanical Apparatus for the Treatment of Diseases of the Chest.
Inventor: WILLOCK EDWARD HULSE
Filed: 1897-10-29
Granted: 1898-10-01
Abstract: 25,085. Willock, E. H. Oct. 29. Chest expanders.-The jacket shown in Fig. 2 is supported over the shoulders by the straps y. The rings v, v<1> are secured to suitable pulleys, so that, by pulling handles attached to the pulley cords, the jacket is tightened and the chest is compressed. The patient then loosens the handles and expands the chest by taking in breath.
Patent GB-189729924-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ice-cycles.
Inventor: MARKOVICZ ROSA VON NAGY DE
Filed: 1897-12-17
Granted: 1898-02-19
Abstract: 29,924. Markovicz, R. von N. de. Dec. 17. Bicycles adapted for use on ice.-A broad runner a is secured to the axle of the front wheel by means of the rods b which have extending arms c secured to the fork e by clamps d. Below the rear wheel a fluted or roughened roller f is mounted on an axle h mounted in the bell-crank levers g which are secured at their ends to the crank axle i and the rear-wheel axle j respectively. The roller h is provided or formed with a chain-wheel k gearing with a chain-wheel m keyed to the crank axle. The supports b are provided with a rod o which is connected to the brake rod p of the cycle so that, by operating the same, the lower end of the rod o pierces the ice and retards or stops the movement of the cycle.
Patent GB-189803472-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Cotton Cut Pile Goods not in the Piece, such as Dusters, Polishing Cloths, Sanitary Towels, or the like.
Inventor: SCOTT DUGALD
Filed: 1898-02-11
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 3472. Scott, D. Feb. 11. Polishing-cloths of cotton cut-pile fabrics have their raw edges treatedwith a suitable cementitious, cohesive, or binding-material, preferably insoluble in water, in order to prevent unravelling.
Patent GB-189806123-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Mode of and Apparatus for Scalding Pasteurising, or Sterilizing Milk.
Inventor: HEWLETT RICHARD TANNER
Filed: 1898-03-12
Granted: 1899-02-11
Abstract: 6123. Hewlett, R. T. March 12. Preserving milk.-Milk is heated to between 60 and 70‹ C. in order to sterilize it without altering its flavour &c. Fig. 1 shows a suitable form of apparatus. The milk is placed in cans D having internal beads d<1> to indicate the limit of filling, and closed by lids C<1>. The caus are supported by flanges d on a partition B in a vessel A having thick non-conconducting walls as shown. The vessel A is then filled with boiling water up to the partition B, and the lid C' is placed over it until the milk is sterilized. In a modification, the vessel A is adapted to be heated on a fire.
Patent GB-189810710-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Dry Battery.
Inventor: WEISS JOSEPH
Filed: 1898-05-10
Granted: 1899-02-18
Abstract: 10,710. Weiss, J. May 10. Primary batteries.-Relates to dry batteries. The battery consists of a zinc vessel c, a carbon rod d around which is packed a mixture a of pyrolusite and graphite bound together by a solution of a caustic alkali, and a solution of zinc chloride absorbed in a mass b of sawdust or the like. The cell is closed by a layer e of asphalt and colophony in which is a tube f serving as a gas exit.
Patent GB-189812702-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or appertaining to Cycles, Motor or otherwise.
Inventor: ELLIS CHARLES JAMES
Filed: 1898-06-07
Granted: 1899-08-05
Abstract: 12,702. Ellis, C. J. June 7. Tyres, pneumatic; hubs; lubricating.-Relates to motor and other cycles, and consists inter alia of improvements in oil caps, dust caps of tyre valves, and means for locking the axle to the hubs. Fig. 5 shows one form of oil-hole cap. A slot a<1> is made in the hub A, and to this is applied a fitting in which is pivoted a partly circular dust plate a<7> provided with a handle a<8>. This plate serves to cover the slot a'. The plate a' has a flattened portion so that, by turning the plate, the slot a' may be partly uncovered for oiling purposes. The axle B or cone b<1> has notches b<2>, and by turning the plate a<7> it may be brought into engagement with the axle, thereby locking it in position. Modifications in the shape of the fitting and the dustplate are described. Fig. 6 shows a method of retaining dust caps on the valves of pneumatic tyres. A piece of rubber &c. C is connected by side pieces C<2> to the retaining-ring C', which presses over the valve. The dust cap is formed in one with the sides, or a hole may be formed in the rubber to retain the usual metal cap. Other forms are described, in which the cap may be secured to one end or to the centre of a rubber, leather, celluloid, &c. piece, or the cap may be attached to the rubber &c. piece by a chain or cord.
Patent GB-189814241-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Explosion Engines.
Inventor: BOUTON SAMUEL
Filed: 1898-06-28
Granted: 1898-08-20
Abstract: 14,241. Bouton, S. June 28. Gas or explosivevapour engines.-A four - stroke cycle engine, with waterjacketed cylinder and cam-actuated exhaust v a l v e , d r a w s its combustible c h a r g e from a carburetter e situated over a reservoir f of volat i l e hydrocarbon and separated therefrom by a stop-cock,f The suction pipe b<2> of the motor opens below the spring air admission valve e' and near the passage f<1>, where the vapour created by the partial vacuum enters the chamber e.
Patent GB-189814269-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Caustic Alkalies from Alloys of Lead with the Alkaline Metals.
Inventor: ACKER CHARLES ERNEST
Filed: 1898-06-28
Granted: 1898-10-15
Abstract: 14,269. Acker, C. E. June 28. Lead.-Relates to obtaining caustic alkalies from alloys of lead with the alkaline metals, lead being left as a residue. A cylindrical vessel C, having an annular recess or deep lute P and three discharge tubes L, M, N, is provided with a bell G connected by a vertical pipe E to a steam inlet tube I having a valve K and gauge J, and also to a hood F dipping into the lute. The vessel C is covered over by a shield D, open, except for a hub P and ribs 0, in the centre. The vessel is heated in a furnace of any ordinary kind to a temperature sufficient to melt lead. Some caustic alkali is run into the lute, and the lead alloy is introduced through the tube E. Steam is then turned on through the tubes I, E, and, depressing the level of the molten alloy to the mouth of the bell, forms caustic alkali and hydrogen, which both escape rapidly to the outer space above the bell. Here the alkali remains, while the hydrogen passes through the lute, and escapes. When a sample of lead, withdrawn from the tube N, is soft, the process is at an end, and the lead and caustic alkali are then successively withdrawn through the tube N. The lead may be used for preparing a fresh batch of alloy.
Patent GB-189816304-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Filters for Malt Beverages.
Inventor: WHEATLEY WILLIAM HUMPHREY
Filed: 1898-07-26
Granted: 1898-08-27
Abstract: 16,304. Wheatley, W. H., [Plattsburgh Filter and Process Co.]. July 26. Filters of similar filtering-units for malt beverages. The filter consists of a number of similar sections separated by pans 14, and each comprising a perforated disc 7 resting on rings, and supporting sheets of filtering-material 10, such as felt or any textile fabric, of different degrees of porosity. The inlet and outlet are connected to the chambers 20 by passages 20', 19<1> respectively.
Patent GB-189816613-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Generating and Burning Acetylene Gas.
Inventor: TESTELIN CHARLES
Filed: 1898-07-30
Granted: 1899-04-01
Abstract: 16,613. Testelin, C., and Roseaux, C. July 30. Acetylene lamps.-Powdered carbide is stored in the valve-regulated chambers 7, 14, the former of which is replenished from the hopper 36 through the pipe 33. When there is no gas in the chamber 4, the bell 8 descends and depresses the head 17, carrying with it the rod 16 and valve 15, and carbide from the chamber 14 drops into the water in the chamber 4, and the gas generated may be drawn off by opening the cocks 21, 22 and the tap of the burner. If, however, there is no carbide in the chamber 14, the bell descends further until the rod 10 is depressed and the spherical valve 12 allows a regulated supply of carbide to pass to the chamber 14 and thence to the water. The pressure of the generated gas, if unrelieved, causes the bell to rise, and the springs 11 and 18 close the valves 12 and 15. The space between the cylindrical casings contains water.
Patent GB-189822436-A (GB)
Title: A Novel Process for the Preparation of Anatomic, Entomologic and other Specimens, whereby Preservation when Exposed to the Air is Ensured, and also a Durable Fixing upon the Skin of the Hair, Feathers, and other External Growths.
Inventor: RECHTER FRANCOIS DE
Filed: 1898-10-25
Granted: 1899-03-11
Abstract: 22,436. Rechter, F. de, and Rechter, G. de. Oct. 25. Feathers.-Feathers &c. are fixed on skins in order to render them suitable for all purposes in furriery. This is effected by treatment with formic aldehyde &c. In Fig. 1 is shown an apparatus for effecting the treatment. The specimens are placed in a chamber C, the bottom I of which consists of a grid. At the base and end of the chamber C is a chamber E, the chambers being in communication with one another through apertures o, o<1>. In the chamber E is a trough G, which is supplied by a pipe U with the formic aldehyde &c., and from the trough depends porous strips of felt N, and the bottom of the chamber E is also covered with a layer of felt V, all of which strips &c. serve as evaporation surfaces. A fan M causes a circulation of the vapour as indicated by the arrows. The chambers are hermetically sealed by lids K, H.
Patent GB-189903023-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Acetylene Gas Generators.
Inventor: HAWKINS HENRY
Filed: 1899-02-10
Granted: 1900-02-10
Abstract: 3023. Hawkins, H. Feb. 10. Acetylene lamps; velocipede lamps.-Relates to acetylene generators in which the supply of water is automatically regulated. In the bicycle lamp shown, the closed water tank A communicates by a tube B open to the air at the top, and provided with a water inlet slot D and a siphon bend, with a generator C. The water escapes through grooves in a socket E<1>, from which depends an adjustable feeding-needle E. The base of the container C is raised at the centre. The carbide surrounds the perforated tube F, and is held down by a pad F<1> having an upper plate pressed downwards by a spring. The gas escapes through a filtering-pad to the pipe G leading to the burner. If the pressure increases in the generator, the water is forced up the tube B till the opening D is covered. As the pressure falls, the opening is partially uncovered, and air again enters the tank A through the open end of the tube B and slot D. This arrangement may be applied to lanterns, or to table or other lamps.
Patent GB-189904804-A (GB)
Title: The Preparation of New Compounds of Hexamethylenetetramine.
Inventor: STANGE LUDWIG
Filed: 1899-03-04
Granted: 1900-01-27
Abstract: 4804. Stange, L. March 4. Antiseptics. - Hexamethylenetetramine compounds, which have antiseptic and antibacterial properties and are relatively stable, are produced by bringing hexamethylenetetramine, or compounds thereof such as halogen alkyl compounds, into reaction with a molecular proportion of tetraiodopyrrole, or a halogen derivative thereof, or with an aromatic sulphonic acid, or a halogen derivative thereof, such as di-iodo-p-phenol sulphonic acid, sulphanilic acid, p-phenol sulphonic acid, or naphthol sulphonic acid, (Neville and Winter). The new compounds are stable to boiling water and in air. They are resolved into their components when digested with acids or alkalies. The Provisional Specification mentions also the production of compounds from hexamethylenetetramine-ethyl iodide and tetraiodopyrrole, bromopyrrole, and chloropyrrole.
Patent GB-189912415-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Transportable Sub-marine Torpedo Boats.
Inventor: BODY ALBERT JOHN BOND
Filed: 1899-06-14
Granted: 1900-06-14
Abstract: 12,415. Lake, H. H., [Body, A. J. B.]. June 14. Submarine vessels.- Relates to vessels which can be employed on the surface or when submerged, and which can be carried, after the manner of lifeboats, by mail steamers, merchantmen, or menof-war, and which are easily transported by rail and used for coast defence. Fig. 1 shows a longitudinal section of one, provided with a conning-tower B and manhole C. H, C', and R are compartments for the storage of compressed air and D<1>, E<1>, F<1>, S, and T are water-ballast tanks the filling of which is regulated by compressed air. The compartment I contains a number of tubes J in which torpedoes are stowed. These tubes and the ejecting-tube P are closed by doors K, M secured by screw clamps. The vessel is propelled preferably by an electric motor driving a screw, and is provided with a rudder. It is automatically maintained at any desired depth by horizontal rudders Y<2>, Fig. 4, which are actuated by expansible chambers U<2> open to the water and adjusted by springs Z<2> and hand-levers. The forward end of the ejecting-tube is closed by a door U operated by cords or lines from the driver's compartment G. Air enters by the pipe K', and is compressed by pumps Q<1>, Y<1> into the storage chambers. Should any water enter the pipe K<1>, it fills the chamber L<1> and lifts the valve M<1> to close the supply pipe N' to the pumps. It is discharged by a flexible-chamber pump D<2>. The leading torpedo in the ejecting-tube is held in place by a grip D<3>, Fig. 7, which engages a notch in the torpedo and is actuated by the lines shown by dotted lines. A safety-stop K<3>, Fig. 8, actuated in a similar way, prevents backward movement of the torpedo in the tube. A guide-wheel R<3>, Fig. 10, on the torpedo runs in a race Q<3> in the bottom of the ejecting-tube. This wheel, while in the race, locks the internal mechanism.
Patent GB-189913794-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sealed Cans or Storage Packages.
Inventor: FALK MOSES
Filed: 1899-07-04
Granted: 1899-08-26
Abstract: 13,794. Falk, M. July 4. Cans, opening.-Relates to rectangular cans with thin sealed tops and to means for opening the same. A loose lid 3 with a cutter 8 is provided with flanges 4, which engage with beads 6 on the rim of the cam to guide the lid while it is slid across the top. Each edge of the thin top 2 may be cut by depressing the cutter and drawing the lid across the top of the can. The can and cover are provided with raised rims 20, 21, as shown in section in Fig. 3, in order to prevent a can placed above from forcing in the cutter. The lid 3 is held in place on the can by turning down the tabs 7.
Patent GB-189920500-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Matrices for Stereotyping Casting.
Inventor: WINTER JOSEPH LUDWIG
Filed: 1899-10-12
Granted: 1900-10-12
Abstract: 20,500. Winter, J. L. Oct. 12. Cements.-A stereotype matrix is made up of a number of sheets of blotting-paper, which are secured together by means of a paste obtained by adding glycerine to a well-beaten mixture of potato flour, gelatine, and boiling water. The Provisional Specification states that the paste may be composed of starch flour, potato flour, dextrin, glycerine, gelatine, and water.
Patent GB-190002005-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with the Carburetting Apparatus of Oil Engines.
Inventor: HOLSTEIN ADOLF
Filed: 1900-01-31
Granted: 1901-01-05
Abstract: 2005. Holstein, A., and Teschich, A. O. Jan. 31. Gas or explosive-vapour engines, carburetting in. Oil of a greater density than petroleum is raised to boiling point in a coil of pipe 2, and, passing through a valve 5', is sprayed through a valve b with air heated in the jacket of the combustion chamber B. The mixture is thoroughly gasified in passing among the baffles and flues 8, and enters the combustion chamber through a valve T, the opening of which is controlled by a cataract cylinder F. Air enters B from the jacket through a valve F. The engine is suitable for electric lighting purposes.
Patent GB-190003717-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Traps for Water Closets and Drains.
Inventor: LITTLE WALTER PEPLOW
Filed: 1900-02-26
Granted: 1900-12-31
Abstract: 3717. Little, W. P. Feb. 26. Drain pipes ; traps.-To prevent the passage of rats and the return of soil, traps and pipes are fitted with a loose hinged flap a hanging in a cross-cut and secured by a cover d.
Patent GB-190007368-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Satchels, Trunks, and like articles.
Inventor: FEVRE NEVIN BUFFINGTON LE
Filed: 1900-04-20
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 7368. Le Fevre, N. B. Apri 20. Fastenings for straps used for securing parcels to the sides of satchels, trunks, &c. The strap is wound on a spring drum within the bag, and is drawn through an aperture 3 in the side of the bag and in a projecting plate 2. The plate 2 is provided with a projecting rib, between which and a pivoted latch 16 the strap may be blocked or clamped when any desired length thereof has been withdrawn from the drum.