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Patent GB-190221453-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Capstans Operated by Electricity.
Inventor: HOLLICK FREDERICK WILLIAM
Filed: 1902-10-02
Granted: 1903-02-12
Abstract: 21,453. Hollick, F. W. Oct. 2. Lubricating; motors, gearing for.-Relates to an improved electrically operated capstan. The motor, bollard, and gearing are carried by a frame 2, which stands in an outer casing 1, and can readily be removed therefrom for repairs &c. In a modification, the frame 2 is mounted in the casing 1 on horizontal pivots, so that the lower parts can be brought uppermost when required. The series-wound motor is arranged vertically, its weight being carried by a ball or other bearing 43. The gearing by which the bollard is driven comprises the pinion 15 gearing with the spur-wheel 16 fast on the shaft 5, which is geared to the bollard 8 loose on the shaft, by epicyclic gearing comprising the pinion 17, idle wheels 18 on the bollard, and internal teeth on a brake drum 22. The brake 24 is applied by a weighted lever which is adjusted to such a pressure that the drum turns when the load reaches a safe maximum. Reverse motion of the bollard is prevented by pawls 55 engaging teeth on the cover 53. The motor switch is closed by means of a vertical rod projecting through the cover 53, carrying a toe button, and normally held up by a weighted lever, and is opened quickly by means of its spring. The toe button rod when depressed also opens a valve to admit lubricant to the bearing 43. The oil passes thence by suitable passages and holes to the other bearings of the motor, and collects in the bottom of the casing to the level of the overflow 44. The commutator and armature are protected from lubricant by a brass disc 50 and a strong paper cover 51 respectively.
Patent GB-190222093-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means applicable for use in Drying Photo-prints, Gummed Paper and other Sheets.
Inventor: HALDEN JOSEPH
Filed: 1902-10-10
Granted: 1903-08-13
Abstract: 22,093. Halden, J. Oct. 10. Drying.-A holder for use in drying prints comprises two rods a, b, Fig. 1, hinged together at one end and held in the closed position with the edge of the print between them by a ring d at the opposite end ; or a ring may be fitted at each end of the rods. The rods may be extended beyond the hinge, and the end slotted to facilitate their separation. In addition they may also extend beyond the ring d for insertion in a supporting socket, such as e. A number of pins are provided on the inner edge of the rod a for entering corresponding holes in b. In a modification, Fig. 5, the edge of the print to be dried is gripped in the groove k in a rod by a hinged strip i, which is held in position by a ring at one end. When this strip is of considerable length, one or more horse-shoe supporting clips may be used for keeping the middle part in the groove.
Patent GB-190227588-A (GB)
Title: Improved Tank or Ice-chest.
Inventor: ROGERS THOMAS BROUGHTON
Filed: 1902-12-15
Granted: 1903-02-26
Abstract: 27,588. Rogers, T. B. Dec. 13, A.D. 1901, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901]. Ice-storing boxes.-Tanks or ice chests are formed with inner and outer wooden casings a, b separated by cement or other waterproof material d, which is attached to the outer casing by headed nails or like fastenings c. Surrounding the outer casing are air spaces formed by wainscotting g. A transverse threaded bolt e fitted with nuts, as shown, prevents the inner and outer casings from bulging.
Patent GB-190303088-A (GB)
Title: A Method of, and Means for, Securing and Facilitating the Tying of Sashes, Waist Bands and the like for Ladies' and other Wear
Inventor: HEPBURN ALFRED
Filed: 1903-02-10
Granted: 1903-11-19
Abstract: 3088. Hepburn, A. Feb. 10. Buckles; clip fastenings.-Relates to means for securing sashes, waistbands and the like so that they may be tied in a bow without being first tied in a knot. Two buckles, as shown in section in Fig. 4, are connected together by a spring or other hook on one and an eye or loop on the other. The hook and eye may be attached directly or by means of chains &c. A piece of elastic material might also be used. When closed, the levers b<6> pivoted at b<9> grip the sash. In the modification shown in Fig. 7, the sash is held by the prongs b<6> and the teeth b<8> on the gripping-bar b<7>. Spring clips, which grip the material, may be substituted for the buckles.
Patent GB-190304861-A (GB)
Title: Process and Apparatus for Purifying Furnace Gases.
Inventor: BIAN EMILE
Filed: 1903-03-02
Granted: 1903-05-21
Abstract: 4861. Bian, E. March 2. Smoke and fumes, treating.-Furnace gases for use in gas engines &c. are passed through chambers containing water or other suitable liquid, into which dip a number of revolving perforated discs c. The upper part of the chamber is provided with fixed partitions d, between which one or more of the discs revolve ; these partitions, or some of them, may be hollow for the passage of refrigerating-pipes g to cool the gases.
Patent GB-190306048-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Incandescent Gas Lamps.
Inventor: COTTON FRANCIS THOMAS
Filed: 1903-03-16
Granted: 1903-08-06
Abstract: 6048. Cotton, F. T. March 16. Incandescent gas lamps.-Relates to arrangements for the electric ignition of, the reduction of vibration in, and the ventilation of street lamps. A contact device on the column B of the lamp is connected by a wire C inside the lamp with two insulated wires, carried by a porcelain tube D, having a spark gap E over the mantle. The wire C may be double, or the body of the lamp may form part of the return circuit. The current is provided by a battery and induction coil carried by the lamplighter, having a portable contact-maker, which is provided with a push-button, and is placed against the contact device on the lamp column. To reduce vibration, the gas supply tube N, Figs. 1 and 12, is surrounded by a tube 0, closed at the bottom and containing glycerine or other liquid to form a seal for the end of the tube P, which carries the mantle and burner and works between the tubes N, O. The tube P is provided with a flange Q which rests on a spiral spring S. For ventilating the lamp, a conical flue U, Fig. 2, is arranged centrally within the cylindrical top T of the lamp, to serve as a hot-air upcast. The cold air enters through perforations V in the casing, and is deflected obliquely downwards by the lower part of the flue, and is heated by the flue before reaching the burner. The flue is provided at the top with a hollowed baffle plate W, having its concave side uppermost to prevent air from passing down the upcast. A hingeless door is fitted to the lantern so that the latter is practically airtight. The door is held in grooves or slots X, Fig. 1, at the bottom and by small draw-bolts at the top. The door is also provided with a ring or hook for suspending it from the ladder-bar while the lamp is being cleaned.
Patent GB-190307692-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Street Gullies
Inventor: SYKES WILLIAM
Filed: 1903-04-02
Granted: 1903-07-23
Abstract: 7692. Sykes, W. April 2. G u l l y traps.- Relates to inspection openings, more particularly for the traps described in Specification No. 6136, A.D. 1895. Instead of having an opening capable of access from the surface of the street, it is made in the upper part of the wall of the gully as shown at 1, Fig. 2. It is closed by a plug 4, preferably of the kind described in Specification No. 7498, A.D. 1893.
Patent GB-190310891-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Moulding Bricks, Blocks, and other Articles.
Inventor: SELLARS JOHN CARRINGTON
Filed: 1903-05-13
Granted: 1904-05-05
Abstract: 10,891. Sellars, J. C. May 13. Moulding bricks, building - blocks, sills, &c.-A series of moulds is constructed of transverse partition plates a, Fig. 2, wood lining or pattern boards f, and hinged sides g held in position by screws h through brackets i fixed to a table b. The plates a are threaded on a rod e between distance pieces or sleeves d, and slide on tongues of the slotted table b. Loose bottom plates b<1> are placed on the table between the partition plates. To eject the blocks from the moulds, the screws h are drawn back, the linings.f are withdrawn, so as to smooth the sides of the blocks, and the bottom plates are raised by a series of rods, which pass through the table and are attached to a plate operated by a shaft k, sprocket-wheels, and chains l<5>. One end of each chain is attached to the plate, and the other end to a counterweight m. The size of the moulds may be varied by changing the partition plates and setting the halves of the mould table further apart. The boards f or the plates g, may be dispensed with. The moulds may be formed to produce blocks with projections, indentations, and ornamentations for architraves, sills, heads, &c. Fig. 4 shows a portion of the apparatus for ramming semi-dry or plastic material in the moulds. The rammers n are secured to a frame o reciprocated by screws p of quick pitch working through nuts t<1> of a frame t reciprocated by cams v and rods u. Rotation of the nuts is prevented by serrations or roughening of the nuts, frame, or washers. It is stated in the Provisional Specification that a coating of hydraulic lime, cement, or adhesive colouring-matter may be applied by a facing of felt, or indented or perforated rubber fixed to the board, that the ejecting-rods may be worked by a rack and pinion, that the tamping- rods may be woiked by hydraulic cylinders, and that material may be fed to the moulds by bags, perforated cylinders, or cones fixed to the rammers.
Patent GB-190312642-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Screens for Windows, Doors and the like
Inventor: WRIGHT FRANK CORNELIUS
Filed: 1903-06-04
Granted: 1903-07-23
Abstract: 12,642. Wright, F. C. June 4. Window &c. fly-screens.-The top bar 1, Fig. 1, of a frame for a window, door, or other screen, has a bevelled lower edge 2. To the side bars 3 is attached a metallic strip 4, over which the screen material 6 is doubled, and secured by wire nails 7 passing through holes in the strip, and metallic sleeves 8, into the lower portion of the top bar. The sleeves, which may be bevelled at one end 9, define a series of openings, through which insects may pass out. The screen material is also secured by side strips 10.
Patent GB-190313151-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wheels for Railway, Tramway, and other Vehicles, and in Wheels or Pulleys for other Purposes.
Filed: 1903-06-12
Granted: 1904-06-09
Abstract: 13,151. Boardite Co., and Board, S. G. June 12. Wheels moulded from plastic materials.-In a modification of the process described in Specification No. 1580, A.D. 1901, for the manufacture of road-vehicle wheels, the plastic material is compressed directly into the tyres and upon the hubs. A die-plate D, Fig. 3, is placed inside the rim A, Fig. 2, and the hub B and rim plates a are fitted upon the studs d, Fig 3. The plastic material is placed in the mould thus formed, and is compressed by a second die-plate D above it. Before the pressure is removed, the nuts on the studs d are screwed down to prevent the material from expanding while drying. Ferrules or tubes are preferably placed on the studs d to facilitate their removal. The surfaces of the tyre and hub may be roughened to prevent them from slipping on the disc. The hub may be omitted during the moulding. The tyre and rim may be joined by metal bars or spokes on which the plastic material is compressed. Spoked wheels are similarly made in moulds or dies which form the hubs, felloes, and spokes inside the rims or tyres.
Patent GB-190314796-A (GB)
Title: Roller Bearings
Inventor: KINCAID JOHN
Filed: 1903-07-03
Granted: 1903-08-20
Abstract: 14,796. Kincaid, J. July 3. Roller bearings applicable for supporting heavy loads as in steam engines. Figs. 1 and 2 show the bearing as applied to a crosshead and guide. A number of conical rollers 3 are mounted on spindles 7 secured in the side members 6 of a frame. The bearing-surface of a crosshead c and guide-bar b are provided with longitudinal grooves 4, 5 to engage the rollers. Preferably, the bottoms of the grooves are recessed, so that the rollers only come into contact with the inclined sides of the grooves. Fig. 4 shows the bearing applied to a connecting-rod end and crank-pin. The rollers 3 engage grooves 4, 5 in the connecting-rod end r and the crank-pin p. The rollers may be mounted on spindles secured in side frames. The bearing may be similarly applied to eccentrics and journals.
Patent GB-190316442-A (GB)
Title: Improved Steering Balloon.
Inventor: DELBERT PHILIPPE
Filed: 1903-07-25
Granted: 1903-08-27
Abstract: 16,442. Delbert, P. Aug. 1, A.D. 1902, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901]. AÙrial machines with aÙrostats.-An ellipsoidal aÙrostat a made of sheet aluminium and strengthened by hoops is fixed to a tube c, from the ends of which a car s is suspended by a cable l, rollers n, curved guides i, and bearings h. A helical blade b consisting of two surfaces inclined at 45‹ in opposite directions, as shown in Fig. 2, is fixed to the surface of the aÙrostat, and reversible electric motors k connected to the tubes c by chain gearing are arranged to rotate the aÙrostat for propelling the machine in either direction as required. The bearings h consist of rings of antifriction metal f, Fig. 5, of parabolic section running upon the tube c and between steel collars g. The tabe c may be stationary, and the aÙrostat fixed to a sleeve, which can rotate upon the tube. The aÙrostat is fitted with spring-closed safety-valves 11, which are opened by the action of diaphragms 12 if the aÙrostat becomes unduly dilated. The inclination of the aÙrostat with respect to the car is adjusted by means of wires x and winches y. The machine is steered by means of rudders 3 provided with stops 4. Two aÙrostats mounted on a common tube c may be arranged to support one car between them.
Patent GB-190317216-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Rising Door Hinges and Door Checks.
Inventor: PHILIPPI CHRISTIAN
Filed: 1903-08-07
Granted: 1904-06-09
Abstract: 17,216. Philippi, C., and Maurer, H. Aug. 7. Hinges; door checks.-Rising hinges for doors are provided with air or oil brakes to act as door checks. The helically-threaded pin a, Fig. 3, which rotates with the upper hinge plate c, and engages the nut d in the cylinder e on the lower plate, has pivoted at its lower end a piston b, provided with a valve f, and with packing-rings or a leather jacket. The valve descends when the piston rises, affording a wide passage for the oil or other fluid in the cylinder. When the piston descends, the valve closes and the oil escapes slowly through a central duct. The pin g may move in the duct to prevent it from being choked with oil. The check action may be removed when the door is nearly closed, to give the door sufficient impetus to close the lock or latch, and to overcome gusts of wind &c, by providing at the last stage a wide passage for the escape of the oil. For this purpose grooves i, which may be helical, are formed in the walls of the cylinder e. In a modification, the valve f has an auxiliary spring valve, the rod of which strikes the bottom of the cylinder and opens the valve at the desired moment. In the modification shown in Fig. 5, the valve f works over the rod p fixed to the cylinder. The rod is shaped to afford passages of the desired size for the escape of the oil. Fig. 6 shows a further modification in which the removable cap o forms the cylinder containing the oil. The cap may be of uniform diameter, or may be so shaped that the check action takes place only at a certain point and for a short time. A helical or inclined groove s may be provided. The sleeves on the hinge plates fit one in the other, and always remain in engagement, forming a dust-tight joint. When the device is applied to pivots for heavy doors, the pivot pin is screw-threaded, and the bearing-pan forms the cylinder for the piston.
Patent GB-190321366-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Combined Trousers Press and Stretcher.
Inventor: CHARLES SENIOR
Filed: 1903-10-05
Granted: 1904-07-28
Abstract: 21,366. Senior, C. Oct. 5. Trouser presses and stretchers.- Relates to a combined pressing and stretching apparatus for trousers, which apparatus comprises a pair of flat pressing-boards A, B, divided longitudinally to allow for the side seams of the trousers, and secured together at the top and bottom by screw clamps C<1>, C respectively. To the upper end of the apparatus a pair of clamping-bars E are attached ; these bars are detachably secured together, and are adapted to receive the top of the trousers, and they may be moved away from the body of the apparatus, so as to stretch the trousers, by means of a central longitudinal screw F. The upper, clamp of each pair is slotted at each end as shown in Fig. 5 to facilitate the removal of the upper board A. The apparatus is strengthened by longitudinal ribs H. In operation, the bottoms of the trousers are first fixed in the lower clamp C, and the tops are then fixed in the movable clamping- bars E ; the trousers are then stretched to the required extent, and the upper clamp C<1> is then closed upon the stretched trousers.
Patent GB-190321940-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Horseshoers' Tool Boxes.
Inventor: BEGG JAMES
Filed: 1903-10-12
Granted: 1903-12-17
Abstract: 21,940. Begg, J. Oct. 12. Tool-boxes for shoeing.-The central spindle 4 carries a large tray 8 and a small tray 10, divided into compartments by divisions 16 and covered by a cover 12, which has a sector of the size of one compartment cut out of it. A collar 9 and nut 11 on the spindle 4 prevent the tray 10 from moving vertically, and the lid may be revolved by means of a handle 17. The spindle 4 is secured to the lower plate 1 by means of a screw 3 and nut 5. The tray 8 is so mounted on the spindle that it may revolve, the joint being protected by a cup 7. The lower plate 1 is mounted on castors 2.
Patent GB-190322057-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Furnaces
Inventor: DOYLE FRANCIS JOSEPH
Filed: 1903-10-13
Granted: 1904-09-22
Abstract: 22,057. Doyle, F. J. Oct. 13. Steam-generator &c. furnaces.-Fig. 1 shows a form of vertical furnace with a central grate and Fig. 6 shows a furnace of the same nature, but having an annular grate and delivering to a multitubular boiler. The conical grate 39, Fig. 1, at the base of the fuel-shoot 12, which has its sides curved as shown, may be rotated by the pinion 40 which gears with the under-rim of the grate. The walls of the structure are so arranged and constructed that a circuitous course is given to the furnace gases which receive during their passage supplies of air heated in the hollow walls. The gases from the fuel pass under an arch near the lower end of the fuel-chamber and enter the combustion chamber 25 and the passages 9, 30, 22 to the final mixing chamber 23 and outlet 24. Gases also escape from the upper portion of the fuel shoot by outlets 36. An initial supply of air ascends the grate. The main supplies of air reach the gases from chambers such as 6, 9, 10, and 32 which open by suitable perforations into the flues. The damper 28 provides for the direct escape of the gases. As regards Fig. 6, the annular grate 70 is formed of a series of segmental sections each of which, being mounted upon a shaft 72, is capable of manipulation from the exterior. The gases, after ascending, descend as shown by the arrows and enter the central flue to pass away from the upper end of the structure to the upper portion of the multitubular boiler 109. The fuel is fed in through suitable hoppers 78. Air for combustion is admitted from passages in the setting through the apertures provided for that purpose.
Patent GB-190322696-A (GB)
Title: Electromagnetic Motor for Producing Oscillatory Movements, such as for Massage and like purposes.
Inventor: WHITNEY CHARLES SUMNER
Filed: 1903-10-20
Granted: 1904-02-04
Abstract: 22,696. Whitney, S. S. Oct. 20. Massage.-An alternating-current motor for operating a massage instrument H comprises a pair of electromagnets between which oscillates a polarized armature carried by a spring. In the construction shown, a casing A is provided with a handle D<1> and a revoluble dome or cover B, the operative parts being attached to the dome for adjustment and removal. A pair of electromagnets E<2> is secured to a U -shaped frame E fixed to the dome, and is supplied with alternating current, a switch such as d' being fixed in the handle. A soft-iron armature G is carried by a spring G' secured to the dome B, the spring being tuned to vibrate synchronously with the alternations of the current. The armature, which is polarized by a pair of permanent magnets M, is provided with a socket g<1> in which the instrument H is fitted.
Patent GB-190323694-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Detachably Securing Artificial Teeth.
Inventor: EGGLER FREDERIC
Filed: 1903-11-02
Granted: 1904-03-10
Abstract: 23,694. Eggler, F. Nov. 2. Teeth, artificial.-In a method of detachably securing artificial teeth to a plate or frame, a metal strip c, Fig. 2, of dovetail cross-section is secured by two or more pins b, with its narrow side to the back of the tooth a. The strip fits into a corresponding slot or groove f, Fig. 3, in a piece d soldered or otherwise attached to the plate e, and the teeth are secured by means of a solution of gutta-percha or the like.
Patent GB-190325997-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Window Blinds
Inventor: GRAY EMILY SUSANNE
Filed: 1903-11-28
Granted: 1904-09-15
Abstract: 25,997. Gray, E. S. Nov. 28. Window blinds.-Tassels A, Fig. 2, are attached to the bottom laths of venetian blinds in such a manner as to form a fringe easily removable for cleaning or renewal. Loops or eyes attached to the tassels may be passed through holes in the bottom lath D of the blind, and held by a wire or cord passing through the loops, and lying in a slot in the lath, covered by a wooden strip C. In some cases, the tassels may be similarly attached to the strip C, which then is passed into a groove on the underside of the lath D. The tapes F are so attached to the lath D as not to interfere with the slide.
Patent GB-190327489-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Automatically Regulating the Supply of Gas to Water Boilers.
Inventor: BOND EBENEZER
Filed: 1903-12-15
Granted: 1904-10-20
Abstract: 27,489. Bond, E. Dec. 15. Lift plug or sliding valves; actuating valves.-The gas supply of apparatus for heating water in restaurants &c. is controlled by a spring- loaded valve a, preferably of the cylindrical plug type, which is operated automatically by the pressure of steam within the apparatus acting on the underside of a flexible diaphragm c. Provision is made to allow a small quantity of gas to pass to the burner when the valve a is closed. A piston may be employed in place of the diaphragm.
Patent GB-190327853-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Securing Door and like Handles to their Spindles.
Inventor: WILLIAMS WILLIAM
Filed: 1903-12-19
Granted: 1904-10-20
Abstract: 27,853. Williams, W., and Collins, F. H. Dec. 19. Knobs and handles, attaching.-A. knob or handle is secured to its spindle by a rose which is made in two parts c<1>, c<2>, Figs. 3 and 4. The flange e fits in the recess d or behind a collar or lateral projection formed on the neck of the knob. One half of the rose may have dowel pins h engaging with holes i. Instead of the recess d being formed in the knob, it may be formed in the rose. The rear face of the rose may be quite flat, the piece k lying in a recess cut in the door. The rose may be divided, as shown in Fig. 6, or may consist of two pieces such as r, k<1>, Fig. 7. Fig. 8 shows a form in which the rose consists of only one semicircular piece pivoted at v. The other end may be left free or may be secured by a screw l. It is stated in the Provisional Specification that, in the case of the modification shown in Fig. 7, the piece k may be omitted ; also, that the rose may be replaced by two plates, taking into different parts of the recess in the knob.