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Patent GB-189802278-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Rowing Apparatus for Home Training and Teaching Rowing.
Inventor: STACHELHAUS HERMANN
Filed: 1898-01-28
Granted: 1898-04-30
Abstract: 2278. Stachelhaus, H. Jan. 28. Rowing-machines.-The machine is shown in elevation in Fig. 1 and in plan in Fig. 3. It consists of a base-plate P, on which is mounted a sliding seat r, foot-rests S, and outrigger A or outriggers, while at one end are two uprights, between which are mounted two pulleys R, R<1> and a vertical brass tube Q, within which is a weight or piston G having rubber washers and also a valve which opens as it descends. The tube has a strong spiral buffer spring at its lowest part. At the other end of the base is a horizontal arm a. In the outrigger is a lever or oar H, the outer end of which is connected by a cord passing over pulleys F<1>, F, R', and R to the weight G. When commencing the stroke, the user has not only to raise the weight but to produce a vacuum beneath it. At about half the height of the tube, however, there is a hole, through which air enters and destroys the vacuum, the remainder of the stroke then being, as in actual rowing, much easier.
Patent GB-189809226-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Self-clearing Burner for Acetylene Gas.
Inventor: LAURI CHARLES LOWE
Filed: 1898-04-21
Granted: 1899-04-21
Abstract: 9226. Lauri, C. L. April 21. Acetylene burners.-Carbonaceous deposits in the burner orifices are removed by means of a wire arranged within the burner. In the construction shown in Fig. 1, the wire C is caused to pass through the burner orifice D' by screwing the burner head D up and down upon the tube A upon which the wire C is mounted. In the duplex burner shown in Fig. 5, the wire C is mounted upon a solid screw B. The burner tips D<5> maybe made of steatite, glass, or other material, and the escape of gas is prevented by a washer.
Patent GB-189809981-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Construction of Bicycles and other like Vehicles.
Inventor: REY-ROLLE ALPHONSE
Filed: 1898-04-30
Granted: 1898-08-06
Abstract: 9981. Reyrolle, A. April 30. Ball bearings; supporting or mounting bearings. -Bicycles and other like vehicles are constructed so that the frames are suspended from the wheel axles by means of springs. The Figures show the invention as applied to a bicycle. Tubular bearings D are fixed to the ends of the steering-wheel axle B by nuts and suitablyshaped washers or saddle pieces D<1>, and arranged to slide within slotted tubular extensions of the fork sides A. The ends of the fork sides A are closed by caps H to which are adjustably fixed springs J, connected also by hooks to the tubular bearings D. The ends of the tubular bearings are fitted with rows of balls U arranged between blocks V adjustable by means of screws K, K<1>, or the rows of balls may be replaced by split rings. For the axle of the rear wheel, the tubular bearings are curved and arranged to slide in arcshaped tubes 0 jointed to rods N, which are slotted at their upper ends so that they may be adjusted. The tubular bearings are connected to stems, which slide telescopically within the back stays M, M', to enable the tension of the driving-chain to be adjusted.
Patent GB-189821079-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Rotary Motors.
Inventor: VANDEL XAVIER CHARLES LOUIS GE
Filed: 1898-10-06
Granted: 1899-07-29
Abstract: 21,079. Vandel, X. C. L. G. Oct, 6. Gas engines; gas turbines.-A disc A of a rotary engine or turbine is rotated by the action, on three of six recesses a in its periphery, of petroleum or other hydrocarbon exploded in a chamber D by an igniting-device K. The spring-closed inlet valve E is opened at intervals by the action on a lever G of three projections f on a disc F. Compression of the charge is effected by a piston d operated by a lever H carrying a roller h engaging a cam-groove I. The other three recesses a serve to connect the chamber D with the exhaust L. A suitably-operated exhaust valve may be provided.
Patent GB-189824543-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Apparatus for Generating Ozone.
Inventor: TINDAL HENRY
Filed: 1898-11-21
Granted: 1899-09-16
Abstract: 24,543. Tindal, Baron H. Nov. 21. Ozone.-An apparatus for producing ozone in large quantities without periodically cooling the gas, shown in cross-section in Fig. 8, consists of a casing a, in which is a semi-cylindrical metallic vessel b having a dielectric layer b<1> on its concave surface. An inlet k for admitting gas is situated at one end, and a corresponding outlet at the other end. The vessel is covered and closed by a glass plate c, through which is passed a central row of screws f, held in position by nuts h, and supporting within the vessel semicircular metal discs g. The current passes uniformly and evenly in dark discharges from the discs g to the enamel layer or surface b<1> of the channel b.
Patent GB-189826341-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Hook.
Inventor: BAILEY WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-12-13
Granted: 1899-01-14
Abstract: 26,341. Bailey, W. Dec. 13. Hooks.- The hook proper h has a pin-like extension a, and a hooked part b, b<1> for entering the material m as shown. The hook may be used as a necktie retainer.
Patent GB-189906324-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: LACOMBE EMILE
Filed: 1899-03-23
Granted: 1900-01-13
Abstract: 6324. Lacombe, E. March 23. Heel protectors; slipping, preventing. -Plates of aluminium are employed as non- slipping protectors, which may cover the whole of the heel, or only the part most subject to wear, as shown in Fig. 1.
Patent GB-189908552-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of and Apparatus for Governing Steam Engines.
Inventor: POPOFF NICHOLAS
Filed: 1899-04-24
Granted: 1900-03-14
Abstract: 8552. Popoff, N. April 24. Centrifugal governors.-Relates to electric relay motor apparatus for enabling a centrifugal governor to effect the adjustment of the controlling-gear of a steam engine. The invention is shown as applied to an engine with Rider valves. As shown in Fig. 1, the motor M is arranged to operate the spindle B of the Rider cut-off valve through the medium of a worm and sector S. The governor, as shown in Fig. 2, operates a commutator switch consisting of a pair of rocking arms C', C<2> placed side by side between a set of spring contacts. Provision is made for adjusting the contacts in order to vary the speed of control of the governor. Fig. 5 shows the arrangement of the circuits by which the governor, through the switch C', C<2>, causes the motor M to stop or to rotate in one direction or the other.
Patent GB-189912335-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Process of Manufacturing Sheet Metal.
Inventor: FRANCIS EVAN JAMES
Filed: 1899-06-13
Granted: 1899-09-09
Abstract: 12,335. Francis, E. J. June 13. Plates.-In the manufacture of sheet metal from billets &c., the oxide &c. is removed from the billet by pickling, and the billet is then coated with nickel by electrolysis or other suitable means. The coated billet is then rolled into sheets, the nickel coating preventing oxidation, and also preventing the sheets from adhering when several are rolled together. If the plates are to be subsequently tinned, they are then pickled, annealed, and cold-rolled. The refuse from the pickling-pots used at this stage may be used to pickle the original billets. The invention may also be applied to the manufacture of terne-plates and hoop and band iron and steel. The coating is stated to give increased toughness and ductility to the metal, and to render a second annealing after cold-rolling unnecessary.
Patent GB-189921971-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fittings for Lavatory Basins and the like.
Inventor: MCDONALD ROBERT WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-11-02
Granted: 1900-12-01
Abstract: 21,971. McDonald, R. W. Nov. 2. Waste pipes. - A lavatory or sink basin is secured to the top of the waste pipe A, supported on legs B between which the trap is placed. The basin is further secured by arms which are adjusted by clamping-rings on the wastepipe standard.
Patent GB-189923451-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Window Sashes.
Inventor: HARLEY JOHN JAMES
Filed: 1899-11-24
Granted: 1900-09-29
Abstract: 23,451. Harley, J. J. Nov. 24. Windows. - In order to limit the opening of the window sashes in asylums &c., and prevent the unauthorized removal of sashes from the frames by the removal of the beads 3, 4, L - shaped pieces 6 of the sashes 2 are arranged to engage with similar projecting pieces 5 let into the pulley stiles 1. To remove a sash, it is slid into a position in which the projecting pieces 5, 6 clear one another. Instead of the interlocking L-pieces, a stud projecting from the frame may enter a slot in the sash stile, or in a metal plate let into the sash stile.
Patent GB-189924069-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring or Snap Button Fasteners for Securing Gloves and other Articles of Wearing Apparel.
Inventor: PFENNING CARL AUGUST
Filed: 1899-12-04
Granted: 1900-01-27
Abstract: 24,069. Pfenning, C. A. Dec. 4. Clip and hasp fastenings.-Relates to spring or snap button fastenings for gloves or other wearing- apparel. The button a is formed on a plate b secured to the glove by passing portions s through the glove, through holes o in a ring r, and bending them over. The edges of the ring r are inclined so that the face of the material is pressed flush with the plate b. On pressing the button into a socket d formed on a plate g similarly secured, springs g acting through slots in the socket secure the button in place.
Patent GB-190009883-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wrappers or Hydropathic Bandages for the Lungs and other Parts of the Body.
Inventor: STRAUSS JACOB
Filed: 1900-05-29
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 9883. Strauss, J. May 29. Bandages. - A hydropathic bandage for the lungs &c. is shaped as shown in Fig. 1, and consists of a layer of linen &c. a, a layer of oilcloth &c. b, and a layer of flannel c. In use, the part d is wrapped round the waist, the flaps e being passed over the shoulders and the ends tucked under the waist portion d. The whole is then secured in place by means of a winding-band f, as shown in Fig. 2. The band f is secured to the layer c.
Patent GB-190010611-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Process of Preparing and Preserving Potatoes.
Inventor: PAYNE JOHN RICHARD
Filed: 1900-06-11
Granted: 1900-09-08
Abstract: 10,611. Payne, J. R., Libenow, F. E., and Vickers, R. H. W. June 11. Food preparations; preserving potatoes.-Potatoes are peeled, cleaned, and cut into pieces, and pepper and salt added, and also milk or cream. The mixture is placed in cans or other vessels, and sealed tight. The cans are then heated until the potatoes are cooked.
Patent GB-190013751-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Automatic Device for the Safe Operation of Electric Conductors with or without Guard Wires.
Inventor: ORFILO CONRADO SINTAS Y
Filed: 1900-07-31
Granted: 1901-02-23
Abstract: 13,751. Orfilo, C. S. y, and Schultz, E. E. July 31. Cut-outs.-Relates to a cut-out device for use in connection with overhead conductors with or without guard wires. The cut-out is designed to operate in case of breakage of the conductor or guard wire, or in case of short-circuiting due to telegraph &c. wires, or in case of excessive currents. A magnetic cut-out is fitted in the main circuit, and has two windings, one for overload in series with the circuit and the other a fine wire winding connected to an electromagnetic balanced controller. Fig. 2 shows one arrangement, in which g is the arm of the cut-out held up against a spring by the pawi. v is the electromagnet having the two windings, one in series with the conductor x<1> fed from the feeder. The guard wire u is connected to the distant end of the conductor x<1>, through a resistance x<11>, and also through one coil of the controller with the fine winding n<11>; the other coil q of the controller is connected to the conductor x<1>, and to earth or to the return wire. In normal working the controller is balanced, but in case of disturbance one of the coils p or q will be energized and Lhe circuit through n<11> be completed at m or m<1>. Fig. 4 shows the construction of the magnetic cutout. The arm G is held against the action of the spring A' hy a pawl L', which is raised through the agency of a rod J when the armature L is attracted. When the guard wire is not used the conductor x<1> is connected to the coil p.
Patent GB-190014969-A (GB)
Inventor: SCOTT ARTHUR FORBES
Filed: 1900-08-21
Granted: 1901-07-06
Abstract: 14,969. Scott, A. F. Aug. 21. pistons; stuffing - boxes etc.; dash-pots.- Relates to the lubrication of the bearings of engines and machinery and to the utilization of the pressure at the bearing. Fig. 2 shows the application of the invention to the connecting-rod and piston of a single - acting engine. A passage B having branches B<2> runs from the crank-pin bearing A to the gudgeon-pin bearing F, which is provided with grooves C for receiving the oil forced by pressure from the bearing A. Grooves or flats, either straight or inclined, are formed in the gudgeon pin, and serve to transfer the oil from the grooves C to grooves or flats nearer the centre of bearing surface where the pressure is greater. At the crank-pin end, grooves or flats are formed in the pin K and corresponding grooves in the bearing. The grooves are cut in a curved form along lines of "uniform film-pressure." The oil may be forced from the crank-pin bearing through passages to a groove C<2> in the piston, or crosshead, or to the back of or between the piston rings ; or a ring may be removed and the groove supplied with oil, the oil in these cases serving to lubricate the piston and to form a joint to prevent leakage of the motive fluid past the piston. The oil may be taken from a main bearing A, Fig. 10, to a fixed part of an engine such as a stuffing-box, Fig. 11, where it passes by a hole B' to the back of the spring ring Q<4> or to a groove between the rings, serving to prevent leakage as well as for lubricating purposes. A ball V may be arranged to form a non-return valve. Figs. 10 and 12 show the invention arranged in connection with a dash-pot. Oil is forced from the bearing A through a pipe B<9> and valve R to the cylinder of the dash-pot, any leakage past the rod T<2> being returned to the bearing by a pipe B<10>. The motion of the piston may be regulated by turning the cock R. An exhaust port is arranged in connection with the cock R for the purpose of enabling the piston to be moved by means of the oil pressure. In a similar manner to the above, oil may be forced through a piston-rod to the rings, and from an eccentric strap to the valve or valve rings.
Patent GB-190017379-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Electric Meters
Filed: 1900-10-01
Granted: 1901-06-15
Abstract: 17,379. Lake, H. H., [Soc. pour l'Exploitation des Compteurs Electriques Rittener & Cie.]. Oct. 1. Energy meters.-An induction motor meter for a single alternating current has a rotary metal disc E on a spindle S, at one side of which are two stationary laminated electromagnets B, B' ; these are connected in series with additional inductances D between the mains, so that a single magnetic circuit is formed through the two electromagnets, and the current in these lags about 90‹. Between the limbs of the magnets are co-operating coils A, A', which are connected in series with one main, and may have iron cores. At the opposite side of tha spindle the disc is acted on by a permanent brake magnet C. The upper pair of shunt coils B and the intervening series coil A may be omitted, the iron core L being left to complete the magnetic circuit of the lower electromagnet B'. One electromagnet, or the iron core, may be displaced relatively to the other electromagnet to 123 compensate for friction, and the disc E is provided with a notch to ensure its stoppage when the main current is stopped.
Patent GB-190022451-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in connection with Poles Pole Chains & Pole Pieces for Vehicles
Inventor: MALLETT FREDERICK SAMUEL BUCKI
Filed: 1900-12-10
Granted: 1901-11-16
Abstract: 22,451. Mallett, F. S. B. Dec. 10. Poles; harness attachments. - Relates to a " spreader " for causing horses to exert their power in parallel lines. To the pole e is clipped a plate d having holes for receiving the hooked ends c of tubes a having detachable end loops b for the pole rings. In a modification, the " spreader " consists merely of a tube having detachable looped ends.
Patent GB-190101216-A (GB)
Title: Mechanical Sand Box for Golfers.
Inventor: LITTLE GILBERT
Filed: 1901-01-18
Granted: 1901-12-21
Abstract: 1216. Little, G., and Little, A. Jan. 18. Golf.-Relates to a box, for supplying sand for making golf tees, which is constructed to protect the sand from excessive rain and heat. The box is formed with sloping sides, and is fitted with a screw conveyer B near the bottom. The rotation of the conveyer by a hand-wheel D delivers sand from the lower part of the box through an opening e into a receptacle F. The box is fitted with a lid (not shown), so that sand can be taken from the top, if desired.
Patent GB-190103753-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in connections for Electric Conductors
Inventor: ANDREWS JOSEPH DEVONPORT FINNE
Filed: 1901-02-21
Granted: 1902-02-21
Abstract: 3753. Andrews, J. D. F. Feb. 21. Couplings.-Relates to means for connecting cables together, or connecting cables to fittings. Fig. 1 shows a union or connection for a lamp holder, with means for gripping the cable. C is an armoured cable having the armour E bent back over a ferrule D. A cap F screws on to the tube C, and grips the cable. In the other end of the tube is fitted an insulator K through which the conductor passes, being clamped to the conductor 0 fitted on the lamp holder A. Figs. 2 and 3 show a modified form of clamp. Fig. 5 shows a junction box or case, the branches being clamped by the armouring and the conductors connected at B. Figs. 9 and 10 show an arrangement in which one conductor is clamped to a plate or base A by a saddle C. Fig. 8 shows a modified lamp holder, the insulating-block being grooved and held in position by grooves in the casing.
Patent GB-190108253-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Construction of Compensating Winding Drums.
Inventor: RENSHAW WILLIAM ROBERT
Filed: 1901-04-22
Granted: 1902-03-27
Abstract: 8253. Renshaw, W. R. April 22. Hauling and winding drums.-Fig. 2 shows a cross-section. Central framing is dispensed with by fitting radial arms C, E to hubs B, and connecting them by plates D and tie-bars F. On the conical surface Lhus formed a T-bar J is wound spirally, to form a groove for the winding-rope. Brackets G carry band brakes H and drums I for the dead rope.
Patent GB-190113811-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Portable Coppers
Inventor: BULLEN ELIZABETH CAROLINE
Filed: 1901-07-06
Granted: 1901-08-10
Abstract: 13,811. Bullen, E. C. July 6. Boiling-pans. - Fig. 2 shows a vertical cross - section of a portable copper, which is flanged to rest on a ring b secured to the upper ends of the legs a. Brackets e on the legs support a firebox f, beneath which is a sliding ashpan. The firebox is flanged to bear on a flange h on the copper. A screen p of asbestos, wire- work, or other ma- terial is hung on hooks o. A ring of gas jets may be employed as the heating-medium.
Patent GB-190114199-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Hood Joints for Perambulators, Mail Carts, and the like.
Inventor: HILL JESSE
Filed: 1901-07-12
Granted: 1902-06-12
Abstract: 14,199. Hill, J. July 12. Perambulators, children's mail carts, and like vehicles. - The stays for the hoods of perambulators, mail carts, and the like are formed from sheet metal, and are pivoted together by passing a rivet g through the enlarged end of one stay a and through two side pieces h secured by rivets f to the end of the other stay c.
Patent GB-190115058-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Manufacture of Seamless Rubber Balls.
Filed: 1901-07-24
Granted: 1902-06-25
Abstract: 15,058. Baxter, J. E., and Leyland and Birmingham Rubber Co. July 24. Syringes.-Relates to the manufacture of seamless rubber articles such as balls or bulbs for enemas &c. The article is formed by dipping or building up liquid or plastic rubber upon a core which may be afterwards removed in a semi-liquid, plastic, or disintegrated state. This core may be moulded from a mixture of 95 parts Paris white and 5 parts French chalk, and after the article has been formed upon it, and vulcanized, it is placed in boiling water to soften the core. The core may be formed of other substances such as plaster of Paris and a cement, clay or other earthy body, &c. The ends of tyre tubes may be fixed to each other by placing on a core and vulcanizing.
Patent GB-190118837-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement connected with Sanitary Refuse Receptacles.
Inventor: COOMBS HENRY
Filed: 1901-09-20
Granted: 1902-03-27
Abstract: 18,837. Coombs, H. Sept. 20. Dust bins; excreta tubs. - A scraper D is pivoted in the bottom and rotated by a handle E to detach rubbish &c.
Patent GB-190120336-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Designing and Drawing Appliances.
Inventor: ROYLE GEORGE
Filed: 1901-10-11
Granted: 1902-08-14
Abstract: 20,336. Royle, G., and Wynne, W. R. Oct. 11. Curves and figures, plotting and reproducing; magic-lanterns.-Relates to toy or other mechanism for producing or drawing varying designs on paper &c. A casing A is fitted with a vertical spindle B carrying stopped pulleys C, D connected respectively by bands m, n to pulleys F, M on spindles E, Q. The bands m, n are kept in tension by jockey-pulleys T, T' working on a spindle S and regulated by springs V, V<1>. The spindle E is operated by a handle G, and normally retained by a spring H, and carries a graduated extension J for a slide K, which is operated by a screw f and provided with a pencil or other carrier L. The spindle Q works in a slot in the base a, and is secured by a thumb-screw R, and provided with a pointer d and scale e. A paper carrier 0 slides in grooves on the top of the pulleys M, and has a ring P with projections or pins fitting in an annular groove for retaining the paper, and a pointer p for use with a scale o<2> on the ring P. The part 0 may be replaced by a framework with two rollers for a continuous sheet. The apparatus may be used in preparing etched printing-plates, and also with smoked glass in a magic-lantern.
Patent GB-190126254-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Reproducing Camera for Autotype Ruled-screen Photography.
Inventor: BRANDWEINER ADOLF
Filed: 1901-12-23
Granted: 1902-05-22
Abstract: 26,254. Brandweiner, A. Dec. 23. Cameras; photo-mechanical printing.-Relates to a copying-camera for producing hatched negatives for photo-mechanical printing. The picture to be copied being mounted on the board q, the image is focussed on the screen f by turning the screw a in the fixed nut y. This adjusts the front of the camera with the lens. The aperture of the lens iris-diaphragm is at the same time adjusted by worm gearing r, s, which is connected to the screw a by shaft m, bevel gearing d, shaft g, and worm gearing b. The distance of the ruled screen p from the focal plane f is also adjusted by the rotation of the screw a, to which it is connected by a screw n, spur-pinions i<1>, i, and a feathered shaft h geared to the shaft by bevel gear. The back of the camera can be adjusted by band by means of racks and pinions. In a modification, the nut y can be disengaged, and the rough adjustment for focussing made by a wheel on the shaft m gearing with a rack on the framework.