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Patent GB-189824785-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Generating Acetylene Gas.
Inventor: BAILEY CHARLES JOHN
Filed: 1898-11-24
Granted: 1899-11-18
Abstract: 24,785. Bailey, C. J., and Nicklin, J. H. Nov. 24. Acetylene.-The generating-apparatus is arranged so that the supply of water shall be regulated by the pressure of the gas. A tank b, open at the top, is divided by a partition b<1> into two compartments communicating with one another by the tube c. Pipes d, d<1> connect the lower compartment with two generators a, a<1>. Each generator contains a series of carbide drums or shallow cases m, m<1>, m<2>, m<3> resting one on the other and retained in position by a central spindle p on which the cases are threaded. Each drum is open at the top, and is divided into two or more compartments by radial partitions. Water enters these compartments in succession through holes t, t<1> formed in the sides of the drums at different levels for each compartment. Each generator has a safety escape valve k, a deflector to cause the entering water to run down the side of the generator, and a drain tap q. In use, water flows from the lower compartment of the tank b to one or both generators, according to which of the corresponding valves u, u<1> is opened or closed. The generated gas flows past the valve or valves u<2>, u<3> to a gas pipe g leading to the lower compartment of the tank. If the gas accumulates in this compartment, the water is driven up the tube c to the top compartment, the water level being so lowered that the supply to the generator ceases. As gas is withdrawn by the tube g<1>, the water returns to the lower compartment, and therefore to the generator. An additional generator may be mounted by the side of each generator a, a<1>, and communicates with it by two short pipes, each having a valve, one pipe being near the top and the other near the bottom. Such an arrangement is illustrated. By extending the pipe g downwards, as shown in dotted lines, the gas is purified by passing through the water before reaching the gas space e.
Patent GB-189902998-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Lacquering or otherwise Coating of Tubular and other Lengths, and in Machinery to be used in connection therewith.
Inventor: HOSKINS JOHN EBENEZER
Filed: 1899-02-10
Granted: 1899-04-22
Abstract: 2998. Hoskins, J. E., and Harvey, C. Feb. 10. Enamelling.-Relates to apparatus for enamelling long lengths of tubing &c. A stove a, consisting of an outer casing a' and an inner tube a' heated from below by gas jets c, is mounted on the framework b shown. The tube to be coated is mounted between headstocks d', e<1> mounted upon supports d<2>, e' provided with wheels d<4>, e<4> running upon rails as shown. The supports d<2>, e' are connected at their upper ends by rods g, g, and at their lower ends by a rod f supported in its centre by a wheel f<1> running upon a centre rail. The support e<2> is adjustably clamped on the rod f, to allow of differing lengths of tube being treated, by an eye e<3> which encircles the rod f and is clamped thereon by rotating a wheel h<4>, thus depressing a plate h<2> moving in a slot e<9> and secured to a rod carried in the support e<2> and adapted to engage the rod f. The headstock e<1> is mounted free to rotate in a long rod e<11>, adjustably clamped by a screw e<10> in a socket e<5> formed on the support e<2>. The headstock d' can be rotated by means of a handle d<9> in a sleeve d<10>, which can be slid forward or backward in a socket on the support d<2> by means of a rack d<11> and pinion d<12> actuated by a handwheel d<14>. In order that the headstock may be rotated from any part of the machine, a rod i, actuated by a wheel or wheels i<1> and mounted in bearings in the supports d<2>, e', is connected by wheels i<3>, d<16> to the headstock d<1>. The wheel i<3> is mounted on a sleeve i<4>, which is caused to slide along the rod i upon the longitudinal movement of the headstock d<1> by the rack-and-pinion mechanism shown. The tube is supported at one end of the stove by a pulley j, as shown, and is also supported in its centre by a curved knife-edge k<5>, formed on a tube k<1> which slides on a rod k<2> secured to the rod f, and is secured in its upper or supporting position thereon by a piece k<9> working in a slot in the rod k<2>. On passing under the stove, the tube k<1> is automatically released by a cam k<11>, which engages an arm k<13> formed on the piece k<9>. In using the machine, one end of the tube to be coated is heated in the stove, and then the supports are moved forward so as to bring another portion into the stove. While the second portion is being heated, the enamel is applied to the first. When the whole is treated, the tube is released by a backward motion of the headstock d<1>, and is removed by nippers &c. A modification is indicated in which the tube is fixed and the stove mounted on wheels.
Patent GB-189912260-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Rims and Tyres of Wheeled Vehicles.
Inventor: HUTSON JOHN
Filed: 1899-06-13
Granted: 1899-07-22
Abstract: 12,260. Hutson, J. June 13. Tyres, elastic other than pneumatic; felloes or rims. -The spring tyre, shown in side elevation in Fig. 1, consists of an outer compressed - paper o r similar ring a and an inner metal or other ring b, between which C-springs c are secured by studs d<1> or equivalent means. The outer ring a may have a rubber tread, and the inner ring may form the wheel rim. The space between the rings may be enclosed in a cover.
Patent GB-189914723-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fastenings for Boxes, Envelopes, and other Packages and for Attaching Labels to the same.
Inventor: SAYERS THOMAS EMMERSON
Filed: 1899-07-17
Granted: 1899-10-21
Abstract: 14,723. Sayers, T. E. July 17. Fastenings.-To secure the top and bottom of a cardboard box together, a strip of metal g is fixed to the bottom by clinching the projections h, and is passed through a loop B and turned over as shown at i, Fig. 1. In a modification shown in Fig. 2, a metal tongue j<1> is secured to the bottom by a paper-fastener j, and is passed through an eyelet k in the lid. For securing the flap of an envelope, the metal tongue j<1> is made longer and interlaced with itself as shown in Fig. 4, a strengthening-piece l being fixed at the back. A similar fastening is used for labels as shown in Fig. 6, the metal tongue being secured to the label by an eyelet m<1>. The clips when used for boxes may have holes or loops stamped in them for the passage of a ribbon, band, or cord. For securing the neck of a sack, a split ring o, Fig. 9, is passed round it, and a staple p on one end is passed through a hole in the other and held by a strap or metal strip q. The ends of the strap are secured by pins s and by sealing-wax in a cup n. A modified form of sealing-cup is shown in Fig. 11. A pin t on a hinged plate s<1> passes through corresponding holes in one end of the strap and in the cup, and is sealed. The cup and the strap near the cup are made of metal, or the strap may consist of two pieces of metal hinged together.
Patent GB-189915591-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Station and Direction-indicators for Railways and the like.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1899-07-29
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 15,591. Boult, A. J., [Ledowsky, A.]. July 29. Indicators, route, for vehicles; indicators, station &c.-Relates to apparatus for indicating in railway trains, the name of the terminal station, showing the direction of the train, and also the names of the intermediate stopping stations. The names of the stations are marked on a dial A, which is rotated at each stoppage, so as to exhibit the name of the station through an aperture in the frame or casing B. The dials are made interchangeable to suit different journeys. The apparatus is operated by compressed air from the Westinghouse brake reservoir &c., a supplementary reservoir, fed from the main reservoir through a capillary tube, being interposed to prevent the operation of the apparatus affecting the brakes. The air is admitted, through a controlling cock or cocks, to one or other of the cylinders b, b<1>, according to the direction the train is travelling, one cylinder serving for the outward and the other for the return journey. The pistons b, b<1> are connected to racks e, e', which engage pinions h, h' on the worm shaft E, the pinion operated acting through the clutch i or i<1> to rotate the shaft. The dial A is carried by the worm-wheel F, and is rotated by the worm E. A check pawl is provided to limit the rotation of the dial, the movement of which is signalled on the bell g, by the rack e or e<1> tripping the hammer lever f. Two or more dials may be operated by the same worm &c. In a modification, the names of the stations are marked on an endless or other band, which is mounted on rollers driven, through pawl and ratchet-mechanism, by pistons in cylinders similar to b, b<1>. A duplicate dial or band bearing advertisements &c, may be operated in conjunction with the apparatus. Fig. 8 shows a valve arrangement for regulating the airpressure. The three-way cock v controls the airsupply. The pressure is regulated by the cock z<2> connected to the spring-controlled piston z of the cylinder y, which is connected to the supply pipe by the branch pipe x. The cock v is operated by hand, or, in a modification, by a treadle.
Patent GB-189919675-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Couplings for Railway Wagons.
Inventor: MCLAREN JOHN
Filed: 1899-09-30
Granted: 1900-08-04
Abstract: 19,675. McLaren, J. Sept. 30. Couplings, automatic and non-automatic. - The cross-shaft C has a crank C<1> which is connected by the guide-lever G to the pivoted levers I, which are connected to the fork K which carries the outer link of the coupling-link D. On turning up the handles A, the coupling-link is elevated for coupling, and is retained in this position by the bridge K' of the fork K engaging with the shoulder G<1> of the guide G. The vehicles are coupled on impact, or by lowering one of the handles A. The underside of the bridge K<1> is notched to admit of coupling on curves.
Patent GB-189920195-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Automatic Discharge Lubricator.
Inventor: CRAWSHAW CHARLES BROOKE
Filed: 1899-10-09
Granted: 1900-01-27
Abstract: 20,195. C r a w s h a w, C. B., and Bannister, D. Oct. 9. Lubricators for pistons and valves of steam engines and bearings for heavy shafts. The lubricators are especially applicable for colliery winding-engines, pumps, steam hammers, and the like which work intermittently. The plunger j diaws oil from the reservoir a, and forces it through a check valve or valves m to the cylinder, valve-chest, or other part to be lubricated. The plunger is moved downwards by the spring i, and is lifted by the cam f on the spindle c, rotated by ratchet mechanism.
Patent GB-189923230-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and appertaining to Mechanism for Feeding or Placing Crown Bottle-stoppers, Caps, or Seals in Bottle-filling and Stoppering Machines.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1899-11-21
Granted: 1900-06-23
Abstract: 23,230. Thompson, W. P., [Burleigh, C. H., and Woodland, F. 0.]. Nov. 21. Stoppering; capsuling and sealing bottles.-Relates to mechanism for placing " Crown " stoppers, caps, or seals in position in the capping-heads of machines for filling and stoppering aÙrated-water bottles &c. The stoppers are placed singly on the carrier M, either by hand, or by an automatic feedmechanism such as that shown in Figs. 13 and 14. The carrier is pivoted on a vertical rod and connected to the arm A<1> on the tubular rod A, Fig. 6, which is reciprocated vertically by the differential springs D, C. The spring C is stronger than the spring D, but is normally held out of action by the dogs G, G<1> engaging the collar F, on which the spring C bears. The spring D is normally held inoperative by the catch L<3> on the pivoted trip-lever L engaging the projection A<3> on the arm A' or rod A. In removing the filled and stoppered bottle R from the machine, the lever L is disengaged, and the carrier M is raised by the spring D to insert the stopper in the capping-head K, the necessary lateral motion being imparted by a cam to the carrier during its upward motion. The collar E then releases the dogs G, G<1>, and the carrier is moved back by the spring C to its normal position. The capping-head K is connected to the base B<1> of the tubular casing B, so that, on the downward movement of the head, to fix the stopper on the bottle, the spring C is again reset, the downward movement of the collar F being prevented by the fixed rod H, to which it is connected by the pin f. In a modified arrangement, the carrier M is directly connected to the rod A, which has a cam slot engaged by a fixed pin, to effect the lateral movement of the carrier. In the feeding-arrangement shown in Figs. 13 and 14, the stoppers are fed by any suitable mechanism into the chute N, and are delivered singly on to the carrier M, which is provided with a stop o, a detent n<1>, and two pivoted jaws 5 for holding the stopper. The jaws 5 are opened by the cams 9 to receive the stopper, and are again opened by the mouth of the capping-head, to permit the stopper to be inserted. The stop lever N<2>, actuated by the detent n<1> and the spring n<3>, controls the delivery of the stoppers from the chute.
Patent GB-190001509-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Clips for Stenter Frames.
Inventor: GASS WILLIAM GEORGE
Filed: 1900-01-24
Granted: 1900-06-09
Abstract: 1509. Gass, W. G. Jan. 24. Stretching and tentering.-The upper jaw a of the stentering-clip, which may be mounted as described in Specification No. 1507, A.D. 1900, or otherwise, has an arm d to which is pivoted at e' the feeler e, which is preferably very light and surrounds the arm. The feeler is weighted at the rear by pins e', which rest on rollers g at the base of the clip frame b. By this arrangement the feeler rests lightly on the fabric, and, when it escapes through the usual slit, the jaw a is rapidly brought on to the fabric. The jaw is automatically released by cams which lift a pivoted lever i having a hooked end i<1> which engages with the jaw.
Patent GB-190003158-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Fluid Pressure Thermo-dynamic Engines.
Inventor: WAINWRIGHT JACOB TRIPLER
Filed: 1900-02-16
Granted: 1900-11-03
Abstract: 3158. Wainwright, J. T. Feb. 16. Vapour engines.-Relates to engines in which the working fluid is liquid air, carbon monoxide, or other substance having a sufficiently-low critical pressure and temperature. The invention depends upon a revised statement of the first and second thermodynamic laws, and consists in a special cycle or system of working, whereby the heat rejected in the Carnot cycle is intercepted and returned to the source, thus rendering it possible to convert into motive power the diffused heat existing in the atmosphere or elsewhere at ordinary temperatures. Fig. 8<B> shows in plan a suitable form of motivepower apparatus for putting the invention into effect, and Fig. 8<A> shows on larger scale a diagram to illustrate the heat exchanges in the cycle. The heat to be converted into motive power is abstracted by the working fluid in the conduit K from air flowing through the adjacent conduit H. The working fluid is conveyed from the conduit K to the cylinders E', E<2>, E<3> of ordinary fluid-pressure engines, and is thence exhausted by the pipe V into a conduit where it receives an admixture of gas evaporated at the trap Z. The mixture is next compressed in the cylinder C', and in flowing thence gives heat on the one side to the gases entering the cylinder C' and on the other to the liquid in the conduit K. This results in liquefaction at the trap Z. Thence liquid is drawn by the pump P<3> and delivered into the conduit K, leakage being made up by the pump P<4>.
Patent GB-190003307-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Drainer Presses for Cheesemaking.
Inventor: PORTER THOMAS GASKELL
Filed: 1900-02-20
Granted: 1901-01-05
Abstract: 3307. Porter, T. G., and Smalley, T. Feb. 20. Cheese.-Relates to a drainer press for use in making cheese. The receptacle or tub o rests on a stand or frame mounted on wheels d, d. The base a of the frame is carried by V-shaped brackets b b, attached to the axle c of the wheels d. A V-shaped leg e attached to the base a rests upon the ground. A slotted cross-bar h is secured to arms f attached to the base a. A rack j is attached to the press plate q, and works through the slot in the bar h. A cog-wheel mounted in the same slot and operated by a handle i<2> on its spindle i<1> serves to raise or lower the rack. Ratchets and pawls n<1> are arranged at each side of the bar h, and in conjunction with the above-mentioned cogwheel serve to hold the rack j, the one in its raised and the other in its lowered position. Pressure is applied to the rack by means of a weighted lever k slotted to embrace the rack j and provided with a pin k<2> to engage the teeth of the rack. The end of the lever k is connected to the spindle i<1> by means of a link k<1>. A chamber p in the bottom of the tub o is filled with hot or cold water to regulate the temperature of the curds.
Patent GB-190003947-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Heating and Hot Water Supply Boilers.
Inventor: CRANE ROBERT
Filed: 1900-03-01
Granted: 1900-06-02
Abstract: 3947. Crane, R. March 1. Furnaces for heating water.-Relates to boilers for heating buildings and to hot-water supply boilers arranged in proximity to, and capable of being heated by, a common furnace. The water-supply boiler A of known type is mounted upon a suitable frame B, and is in combination with the supplementary or water-heating boiler C, which has hollow spiral vanes C<2> to the water conduits. The watersupply boiler has upper and lower firegrates D, D', the lower being for use with the common firegrate D<3> when both boilers are in use. The boiler flues have suitable dampers A<2> and C<6>. When the hotwater supply boiler only is working, the folding doors E, which form the side3 of the passage between the boilers, are closed together, forming the ashpit back for the supply boiler.
Patent GB-190004069-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Swivels for Chains.
Inventor: PATTEN SAMUEL
Filed: 1900-03-03
Granted: 1901-03-02
Abstract: 4069. Patten, S., and Johnson, S. F. March 3. Swivels.-A piece of iron or steel wire &c. is bent at the ends to form eyes; the eyes are then bent at about right angles to the length of the wire, so that, when the wire is bent at the centre to form a bow, the two eyes are brought together, one lapping over the other, as at A, ready to receive the stem of the turn D. This is retained in place by an eye at its upper end, and, after insertion, is bent into a hook for securing a chain &c.
Patent GB-190006496-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Dropping or Cutting out Broken Overhead Conductors on Electric Railways.
Inventor: SKOPEG JOHANN
Filed: 1900-04-06
Granted: 1901-02-09
Abstract: 6496. Skopec, J., and Orel, M. April 6. Electric railways and tramways with safetyappliances for overhead conductors. Conductors, supports for, are constructed to cut out or drop broken lengths by the action of a spring f when the tension is released. In Fig. 1, the ends of the wires d are carried by hooks b, from which they can be ejected by the slotted slide bars s, which are connected by a spring f under tension. In Fig. 4, the spring f itself ejects the ends from the hooks, and, in Fig. 5, the spring f acts on the wires through pivoted levers k. In Fig. 6, the wires are cut by the knives u on the levers k, which are normally held apart by the pull on the wires against the spring f. In Fig. 7, the lever l carrying the wires is pulled by the spring f against an insulating - block i away from the conducting-piece t when the wire breaks.
Patent GB-190010832-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Glass Furnaces.
Inventor: SWOBODA FRANZ JOSEF
Filed: 1900-06-14
Granted: 1900-10-27
Abstract: 10,832. Swoboda, F. J. June 14. Glass furnaces.-Relates to continuous-working glass furnaces, and particularly to those in which the glass is contained in covered crucibles heated by the hot gases from a suitable fire. The furnace is shown in vertical sections at right-angles in Figs. 1 and 3. The passage or combustion chamber d is provided at its upper edge with the projecting rim or lip j to prevent, when a crucible breaks or bursts, the metal from running into the fireplace, and to allow it to run into the troughs s by way of the channels. The hot-air chamber j is situated between, and separated by thin walls from, the passages between the cupola e and the chimney. The cold air for combustion and smoke-consuming enters the passages g surrounding the fireplace, and passes to the channels h, where it mingles with hot air from the chamber j. The air passages v and w, provided with plugs u, keep the cupola columns and the floor cool, and a well containing water is provided in the ashpit, to extinguish fallen embers and to keep the firebars cool.
Patent GB-190015380-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Systems of Electrical Distribution.
Filed: 1900-08-29
Granted: 1901-01-19
Abstract: 15,380. British Thomson-Houston Co. [Steinmetz, C. P., and [Emmet, W. le R.- Aug. 29. - Distributing; transformers; converting alternating and direct currents.-Relates to alternating-current systems, and particularly to a system in which the alternating current is converted into a direct current on the three-wire system, the neutral wire being connected to a neutral point on the alternating-current side. Fig. 1 shows one arrangement, in which a three-phase alternating current carried by mains a, b, c is transformed or converted into currents differing in phase by 90‹, which are connected so as to produce a six-phase electromotive force in a rotary converter. The transformers 9, 9<1> have secondary windings 11, 16, 22, and 44, which are so interconnected as to produce two sets of quarter-phase currents, differing in value in accordance with the diagram, Fig. 2. The quarter-phase currents may be obtained from other sources, and are connected up to machines so as to produce electromotive forces in multiples of threes. As may be seen from the diagram, the points 14, 15 are neutral points, and to these the neutral wire 0 is connected. In a modified arrangement, the points 26, 16 are connected by a coil, the middle point of which is connected to the neutral wire 0.
Patent GB-190016016-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wire Grips for Fences and the like.
Inventor: PEARSON RICHARD WILLIAM
Filed: 1900-09-08
Granted: 1900-10-27
Abstract: 16,016. Pearson, R. W. Sept. 8. Cleats or holders. -In wire fences and the like, the wire, on being strained, is gripped by the corrugated or toothed edge of a disc c mounted eccentrically on a shaft d carried on a bracket b secured to the fence post a. To the post is also secured a staple f, in which the free end of the wire is inserted.
Patent GB-190016969-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Steering Mechanism for Automotors.
Inventor: LATIL CHARLES
Filed: 1900-09-24
Granted: 1900-11-10
Abstract: 16,969. Latil, C. Sept. 24. Motor road vehicles.-Consists in an arrangement and construction of driving and steering swivelling axles. The fixed axle E is furnished with a pivoted arm I carrying bearings C, in which runs the wheel axle A. The axle A is rotated by the driving- shaft K through the medium of a sphere S made with two grooves at right-angles to each other, in which are fitted smooth semicircular extensions of the axle A and shaft K.