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Patent GB-190611500-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring Mattresses.
Inventor: HENRY KNOX
Filed: 1906-05-16
Granted: 1907-05-16
Abstract: 11,500. Henry, K. May 16. Mattresses ; spring surfaces. - Spring mattresses are made with a web of wires g, Fig. 1, having V-shaped crimpings, the wires being secured together at various points by movable links r, by which the size of the meshes and the distribution of stress can be adjusted, united to one or both ends, of the mattress frame by means of springs i. The wires where they are connected to the springs or mattress frame, are formed into V-shaped loops which prevent slipping. The springs i, Figs. 1 and 5, are secured to a wooden frame by means of loops c having ends e which are driven into the wood and secured in place by staples f ; in the case of a metal frame, the coils of the frame may be threaded through perforations in the frame. The loop l may be formed in the shape of a hook, as shown in Fig. 6, and the helical springs may be connected to the end pieces and longitudinal wires by separate links.
Patent GB-190615092-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Automatic Seat for Fixed or Movable-Backs for Tram Cars, Omnibuses, Ships Decks, Piers Vehicles, Garden Seats or the like.
Inventor: PHILLIPS JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1906-07-03
Granted: 1907-07-03
Abstract: 15,092. Phillips, J. W. July 3. Seats. - In automatic dry seats for tramcars, omnibuses, ships' decks, piers, gardens, &c., in which the seating-surface is retained in a casing in the seat back when not in use, the surface is made up of a number of beadings A, Fig. 3, which are connected together by chains J and plates L pivoted to the ends of the beadings, and is connected by woven wire, waterproof, or like material G, Fig. 2, to a spring-controlled roller C, by which it is returned to the casing D when not in use. Antifriction rollers E are provided at the end of the casing D. According to the Provisional Specification, the seating-surface may be made of wood, iron, brass, woven wire, waterproof material, or the like.
Patent GB-190615450-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Candle Sticks or Holders.
Inventor: BULPITT WALTER HENRY
Filed: 1906-07-07
Granted: 1906-10-25
Abstract: 15,450. Bulpitt, W. H. July 7. Candle-holders; candlesticks.-The candle-gripping device D, Figs. 1 and 2, is made in two halves d<1>, d<2> which have pressed projections or bars d<5> and curled-out front ends d<3>, d<4>, and are pivoted to a pin p<1> in the usual pedestal P, the jaws d<1>, d<2> being normally closed by a spring S. The curled narrowed ends d<6>, a<7> of the jaws, engaging the pivot p<1>, receive between them either the coil s<1> of the spring S, the ends s<2>, s<3> of which rest in channels in the sides of the jaws, or the bent-over part s<4> of the sheet-metal spring shown in Fig. 8. Other forms of jaws, some with front ends d<3>, d<4> completely curled, and sheet-metal springs, equal in width to the jaws and embracing their curled ends d<6>, d<7>, are described. Specification No. 23,168, A.D. 1894, is referred to.
Patent GB-190618291-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Elastic Fluid Turbines.
Inventor: JUSTICE PHILIP MIDDLETON
Filed: 1906-08-14
Granted: 1907-06-20
Abstract: 18,291. Justice, P. M., [Melms & Pfenninger Ges.]. Aug. 14. Elastic-fluid turbines.-In combined impulse and reaction turbines in which an annular shoulder c, d, Fig. 1, is provided at the end of the impulse bladed part for the purpose of partly compensating axial thrust, the excess axial thrust is balanced by one or more shoulders g arranged at the steam admission a. In one modification, the shoulder g acts in conjunction with the shoulder c d, in another form the steam flows in opposite directions in the two parts, and in a third-an extreme case-the shoulder at d is dispensed with. Specifications Nos. 767 and 16,455, A.D. 1906, are referred to.
Patent GB-190618488-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Filaments for use in Electric Lamps, Furnaces or other Apparatus.
Filed: 1906-08-17
Granted: 1907-08-17
Abstract: 18,488. British Thomson-Houston Co., [General Electric Co.]. Aug. 17. Boron.-Incandescence-bodies for lamps, furnaces, and other apparatus are made by mixing a finelypowdered refractory material, such as boron, with a colloidal solution of a less refractory metal or metals, such as silver, gold, or copper, shaping the resulting paste to the required forms, and heating it so as to expel all easily-volatile matter. The paste may before heating be subjected to the action of electrolytes or of acid fumes, to bring the metal to its ordinary state. Joints between incandescencebodies and wires may be made by the use of a similar paste. Colloidal silver may be obtained by the Carey-Lea method.
Patent GB-190622218-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Controllers for Electric Currents of High Tension.
Inventor: KRIZIK FRANZ
Filed: 1906-10-08
Granted: 1907-10-08
Abstract: 22,218. Krizik, F. Oct. 8. Switches.-To prevent sparking at the contacts of a controller used on high-voltage circuits for cutting in and out resistances or transformer windings in the regulation of railway motors, an additional switch S, Fig. 3, is arranged to be operated in unison with the controller by a cam U, or other mechanism. The switch S is momentarily closed just before the controller comes to its first contact position, is opened immediately after the first contact position is 'made, and again momentarily closed whenever the controller returns to zero. Fig. 6 shows one way of attaching the cam to the drum. A switch having a rubbing contact may be used in parallel with the high-voltage switch for relieving it of load, the high-voltage switch closing first and opening last.
Patent GB-190625491-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Road Wheels of Traction Engines and Motor and other Vehicles.
Inventor: BURRELL CHARLES
Filed: 1906-11-12
Granted: 1907-07-11
Abstract: 25,491. Burrell, C., and Wilson, W. C. Nov. 12. Felloes or rims; tyres, non-elastic.-Between a central continuous or segmental flange A formed nn the rim of a wheel, and two removable side flanges C sliding on the rim, wood blocks B are clamped by bolts D passing through the three flanges and the blocks. The blocks may butt against each other, or they may be separated by webs formed on and extending from the central flange A. The flanges may be dovetailed, as shown, or parallel.
Patent GB-190700953-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mail Deliverers
Inventor: SCHROEDER HERMAN OTTO
Filed: 1907-01-14
Granted: 1907-04-25
Abstract: 953. Schroeder, H. O. Jan. 14. Electric locomotives and motor-vehicles.-A selfpropelled vehicle for carrying mails consists of a lower parcel compartment 10 with a door 42, and an upper compartment 11 in which is placed the motor 15. The motor is driven by a battery 16, and is geared by a spur-wheel 19 to pinions 23, 24 on the axles of the running-wheels 25, 26 which travel on the stationary wire 27. The lower compartment carries, on spring-pressed arms, guidewheels which also bear on the wire. The switch of the motor protrudes through an opening in the upper shell. The wire is supported on anglebrackets on posts.
Patent GB-190712283-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Dinner Boxes
Inventor: MORGAN THOMAS LEWIS
Filed: 1907-05-28
Granted: 1908-03-19
Abstract: 12,283. Morgan, T. L. May 28. Luncheon cases.-A dinner box is furnished with an additional receptacle A, of which a part a, b slides into a loop or guide c, d on the box. The receptacle is divided into three compartments containing respectively lint, a first-aid pad, and a bandage. A lid fits over both the box and the additional receptacle and holds them together.
Patent GB-190713618-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement relating to Electrodes for Search Lights.
Filed: 1907-06-12
Granted: 1907-08-08
Abstract: 13,618. Siemens & Co., Geb. July 13, 1906, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Search - lights. - A negative electrode for an electric arc, consisting of a rod movable in a tube of carbon or other material, as described in Specification No. 13,071, A.D. 1907, has a slow rotary movement imparted to the rod in addition to an axial feeding movement. The movement prevents the tube and rod from sticking together, and the rod from burning away faster on one side. The mechanism for moving the rod may be fixed to the electrode or the carbon holder, and may be outside the casing ; it may be driven automatically, and may be controlled electrically from a distance, or by the lamp-regulating mechanism, or the movements may be effected by hand.
Patent GB-190717953-A (GB)
Title: Process for Producing Plastic Masses from Caseine.
Inventor: KATHE JULIUS
Filed: 1907-08-07
Granted: 1908-07-16
Abstract: 17,953. Kathe. J. Aug. 8, 1906, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Casein.-Plastic masses are produced by treating casein with water vapour before pressing. The water constancy of the product is increased by treatment with formaldehyde. Filling-materials may be added to the mass to alter its properties in any desired manner. The Specification in the original form as published under the Act of 1901 comprises also the treatment of casein with water. This subject-matter does not appear in the Complete Specification as accepted.
Patent GB-190719265-A (GB)
Title: Improvements connected with Packing-cases and the like.
Inventor: CRAMER MORITZ
Filed: 1907-08-27
Granted: 1908-08-13
Abstract: 19,265. Cramer, M., and Currie, R. A. Aug. 27. Wood - screws ; screw-sockets.-The parts of a wooden packing-case are secured together by dowel pins A embedded in the adjoining portions and threaded internally or externally to receive fixing- studs E. The pins have perforations H for freeing the bore D from dust, and also to receive a suitable key for screwing the pin into the timber. The above devices are used in conjunction with perforated metal edging-pieces M, which strengthen the case and prevent the wear which would otherwise result from the screwing and unscrewing of the studs E.
Patent GB-190720156-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Detonating Signals for Railways.
Inventor: ILLIDGE SAMUEL EBENEZER
Filed: 1908-03-10
Granted: 1908-09-03
Abstract: 20,156. Illidge, S. E. March 10, 1908. Detonating signals.-The casing of detonating signals is chamfered at both ends, and detonators 6<a> are arranged in alinement at right-angles to the chamfered ends ; by these means, the detonating signal is gripped by the approaching wheel, and the detonator caps are fired simultaneously. The upper and lower shells are provided with grooves and projections to ensure proper superposition of the various parts. The nipples 7 may be bored throughout and splayed over to fix them to their plate 3. Each cap then fires the two chambers of the detonator. If the nipples are merely threaded, i.e. loosely inserted into plates 9, 10, Fig. 7, a diaphragm 3 interposed between them serves to hold them in position. The signals are attached to the clip for fixing them on the rails by means of a plate 12 soldered or otherwise fixed to the casing, and having projections or tongues 13, which are passed through holes in the rail-clip and turned over as indicated in dotted lines. Specification No. 1513, A.D. 1894, is referred to.
Patent GB-190723367-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Polishing Floors and the like.
Inventor: CHINA OSWALD
Filed: 1907-10-23
Granted: 1908-04-09
Abstract: 23,367. China, O. Oct. 23. Surfacing and polishing. - An apparatus for polishing mosaic, marble, and like floors comprises sets of polishing-blocks h reciprocated by means of connecting-rods f and a cranked shaft e, which is mounted above a platform a and driven from the hand-wheel c<1> through gear - wheels d, d<1>. Receptacles i carried by the polishers supply water thereto. The platform may serve as a tool chest, and for supporting the operator.
Patent GB-190727297-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Sights for Firearms.
Inventor: JENSEN PETER
Filed: 1907-12-10
Granted: 1908-05-07
Abstract: 27,297. Jensen, P., [Lyman Gun Sight Corporation]. Dec. 10. Sights.-A lift-up leaf sight is hinged between two flanges d on a base-piece A, and is elevated by a slide r on the leaf which engages an abutment n fixed between the flanges. The slide is clamped in position by a screw u<1> having a large milled head u<2>. At each side of the leaf is a pointer g', which indicates the elevation on a scale d' marked on the front end of each flange-d,
Patent GB-190802884-A (GB)
Title: An Apparatus for use by Musicians for Promoting the Lateral Movements of the Fingers.
Inventor: OSTROVSKY HARRY
Filed: 1908-02-08
Granted: 1908-10-08
Abstract: 2884. Ostrovsky, H. Feb. 8. Exercising-apparatus.-Relates to apparatus used by musicians for exercising the fingers by stretchiug them apart. The device shown in Fig. 2 consists of a wedge-shaped base a having formed on its inclined sides dovetailed grooves b in which blocks c slide. Finger-stalls d are secured to each block so that, if the fingers are inserted into the finger-stalls, the blocks slide on the inclined faces and the fingers are stretched. In a modification, the blocks c are provided with screw-threaded lugs which work on screws held against longitudinal movement by the base a. By rotating the screws. the blocks c are separated. In a further modification, a conical screw engages with teeth on the blocks c.
Patent GB-190808229-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fasteners for Driving Belts and the like.
Inventor: JACKSON ISAAC
Filed: 1908-04-14
Granted: 1909-06-14
Abstract: 8229. Jackson, I. April 14. Spiked plates.-In recessed toothed metal-plate belt-fasteners, subsidiary recesses E<1> are formed extending to the root of each tooth. The edge of the plate is preferably provided with an upturned marginal wall F. Any number or arrangement of teeth may be employed, or a bolt H and nut J may be used at one end of the plate. The ends of the teeth may be oppositely tapered so as to pass one another in clinching. The teeth themselves may be corrugated, grooved, or rounded on their inner faces. Washers may be use on the teeth. They may be spiked and may form a continuous bridge across the belt ends.
Patent GB-190809118-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Chain Cases for Velocipedes and the like
Filed: 1908-04-27
Granted: 1908-07-02
Abstract: 9118. Pugh, J. V., and Rudge-Whitworth, Ltd. April 27. Gear cases.-To prevent mud and water from trickling down the fork or other member of a bicycle &c. into the gear case, a device a of any flexible material but preferably of rubber is passed along the frame member so that it clings to the member and its lower ends d spread over the opening in the case. The part a is preferably in one piece without a joint, but it may be made with a joint secured mechanically or by rubber solution. The top edge may be bound to the frame member by a wire, ring, &c. ; it may also be chamfered or provided with a beading to assist the flow of water to the outside of the case.
Patent GB-190816631-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Tyre Lever.
Inventor: HORSWILL JOHN
Filed: 1908-08-07
Granted: 1909-10-07
Abstract: 16,631. Horswill, J. Aug. 7. Tyres, pneumatic.-Y - shaped tyre-levers are made straight with curved ends, as shown.
Patent GB-190819134-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Adjustable "Pincenez" Eyeglasses.
Inventor: RABE WILHELM
Filed: 1908-09-11
Granted: 1908-12-17
Abstract: 19,134. Rabe, W. Sept. 11. Eyeglasses.-The screws which effect the adjustment of pince-nez bridges are arranged not to come into contact with the spring h or sliding guide f The screws k may be carried on one member band take into an internal thread on the other member a ; or a nut n, Fig. 3, may engage screwed projections m on the two members.
Patent GB-190821103-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Speaking Appliances in Live-saving Apparatus of the Closed Air Circulation Type.
Inventor: PEISEN SERVATIUS
Filed: 1908-10-06
Granted: 1909-01-28
Abstract: 21,103. Peisen, S. Oct. 6. Speaking-trumpets.-Relates to speaking-appliances in connexion with breathing-apparatus for persons engaged in rescue work in the poisonous atmosphere of mines &c. The breathing-apparatus is of the closed air-circulation type, in which air is drawn through a pipe b<1>, Fig. 2, to the mouthpiece a and is breathed through a flexible pipe b communicating with regenerator. Near the mouthpiece a is a diaphragm c arranged with its inner face in communication with the breathed-out air in the pipe b, so as to enable the rescuer to speak to persons near him. In the modification, shown in Fig. 3, means are provided for intensifying the sound of the voice. The inner face of the diaphragm c is in communication through an elbow d with the interior of the flexible pipe (not shown) through which the breathed-out air is led to the regenerator. Compressed oxygen for renewing the oxygen as it is consumed is supplied from vessels e, f through a stop-valve g, reducing- valve h, and an injector i by means of which the current of oxygen is utilized to draw in the regenerated air. The diaphragm c is rigidly connected to a double-seated valve k, and the space shut in by this valve is connected by a pipe l with the compressed-air pipe of the breathing-apparatus. The valve k moves in accordance with the vibrations of the diaphragm c and thus allows air impulses to pass out into the atmosphere when a cock n on the pipe l is kept open against the action of a spring m. In another modification, the diaphragm c is constructed as a microphone diaphragm; the fluctuations of the electric current which are produced by the microphone may be transmitted through leads to a receiving-instrument at a distance.
Patent GB-190825726-A (GB)
Title: New or Improved Elastic Composition suitable as a Material for Making Tyres and Foot Coverings.
Inventor: LENGFELLNER KARL
Filed: 1908-11-28
Granted: 1909-07-29
Abstract: 25,726. Lengfellner, K. Nov. 29, 1907, [date applied for under Section 91 of Patents &c. Act, 1907]. Tyres, elastic other than pneumatic.-Wheel tyres &c. are made from a composition obtained by mixing approximately equal quantities of celluloid and india-rubber (preferably crude rubber) with cork powder or other highly porous organic matter, preferably in the presence of a solvent for indiarubber and celluloid such as acetone or acetic ester. The composition adheres readily to rough iron. Specifications No. 3984, A.D. 1868, [Abridgment Class India-rubber &c.], and No. 8513, A.D. 1889, [Abridgment Class Starch &c.], are referred to. The Specification, in the original form, as open to inspection under Section 91 (3) (a), comprises also elastic compositions consisting of nitrocellulose and celluloid with cellulose or with pulverized rubber, or with both, and the elasticity may be varied by superposing layers of the various compositions. This subject-matter does not appear in the Complete Specification as accepted.
Patent GB-190904204-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Construction of Sound Proof and Fireproof Floors and Roofs.
Inventor: TOOMBS WILLIAM
IPC: E04F15/18
Filed: 1909-02-20
Granted: 1909-08-05
Abstract: 4204. Toombs, W. Feb. 20. Joist floors with concrete filling.-Hollow concrete floors and roofs are formed with the lower or ceiling portion reinforced with metal rods, wire netting, or expanded metal b<1> between the joists a, the upper portion being cast over arched corrugated sheet metal d, the ends of which rest on the lower portion. The invention is stated to be applicable to floors and roofs in warehouses, mills, factories, hospitals, asylums, &c. Reference has been directed by the Comptroller to Specifications 885/67, 291/91, and 20;151/95.
Patent GB-190907964-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Control of Heating Apparatus and the like.
Inventor: NESBIT DAVID MEIN
IPC: F24D3/00
Filed: 1909-04-02
Granted: 1910-03-17
Abstract: 7964. Nesbit, D. M. April 2. Stuffing-boxes, substitutes for.-A fluid-operated valve suitable for use in a low-pressure steam heating-system in which the return main is maintained at a pressure below that of the atmosphere is shown in Fig. 2. The valve g is connected to a flexible diaphragm h, which divides a casing l into two compartments, of which one communicates with the atmosphere and the other can be put into communication with the atmosphere or with the return main of the system.
Patent GB-190911194-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Humidifiers.
Inventor: MERTZ VICTOR EMIL
IPC: F24F6/06
Filed: 1909-05-12
Granted: 1910-05-12
Abstract: 11,194. Mertz, V. E. May 12. Moistening.-An installation for the introduction of moistened air into rooms comprises a number of humidifiers distributed according to requirement each consisting of a water-diffusing device c surrounded by a casing b connected with a compressed-air supply pipe i so that the air is helically conveyed into the diffused water. The casing b is shown as closed at the top and provided beneath with a disk and outlet pipe for the disposal of the waste water. The air is circulated by a fan, and passes through a reservoir in which it is heated or cooled as required. Provision is made for circulating a mixture of internal and external air. The water is circulated by a pump, the waste water passing back to a reservoir, where it is heated or cooled and disinfected if necessary, from which it passes to the diffuser by way of a filter e.
Patent GB-190915977-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Power Driven Boats.
Inventor: THORNYCROFT JOHN ISAAC
IPC: B63B1/20
Filed: 1909-07-08
Granted: 1910-07-07
Abstract: 15,977. Thornycroft, Sir J. I., and Thornycroft, T. July 8. [Cognate Application, 542/10.] Hydroplane vessels.-In power-driven boats of the kind in which the underside is fitted intermediately of its length with a shoulder or step, a bow of approximately ordinary form is provided, as shown in Figs. 1 and 3. In a modification, the underside forward of the shoulders is shaped to form an outwardly and upwardly extending surface, which forms with each of the upwardly extending side portions of the boat a more or less sharp angular edge i, Fig. 6. The flat horizontal stern bottom is also arranged to form a sharp edge with the sides and stern of the boat.
Patent GB-190919523-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Pen Holder.
Inventor: BATTY TOM
IPC: B43K3/02
Filed: 1909-08-25
Granted: 1910-05-12
Abstract: 19,523. Batty, T. Aug. 25. Guards for penholders ; fingerguides for facilitating writing.- An attachment for a penholder E consists of a tubular body A of steel, celluloid, &c., provided at the front end with a flange or cup B to prevent overdipping or inking of the fingers, and at the rear end with a square flange C to prevent rolling or inking of the table. The flange C is provided with a recessed part D to serve as a guide for the second finger. Penholders. -According to the Provisional Specification, the nib is held between the tubular body A and the stick of the penholder.
Patent GB-190924595-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Machines for Expanding Cut and Corrugated Metal.
Inventor: HILL HERMANN
IPC: B21D31/04
Filed: 1909-10-26
Granted: 1910-01-06
Abstract: 24,595. Hill, H. Oct. 28, 1908, [Convention date]. Expanding a n d stretching.-In a machine for expanding cut and corrugated metal, the metal sheet m which is formed with two series of alternatingly interrupted cuts leaving series of alternating keys, Fig. 7, and is corrugated to the same shape as the bars forming the meshes, Fig. 5, is expanded by forcing every other row of these bars away from the sheet by dies b<1>, and at the same time bending each alternate row by the dies b in a direction opposite to that in which it lies in the sheet. The sheet is fed up against the die b<2>, Fig. 6, so that the width of two bars projects over the edge of the corrugated bed, and the bending is performed over similarlyshaped supports a, a'. Further series of dies b<2>, b<3> which engage with dies a<2>, a<3> are provided to incline the meshes, and a die b<4> keeps the expanded metal in shape. The sheet is fed by a plate U, through a rod u, Fig. 1, slotted bar V, and lever V<1> with an adjustable weight w or springs. The head P which carries the dies b &c. is forced down by cams R engaging rollers r, and is raised by a weighted or spring lever so as to retract the bar L, Fig. 3, and cause the bell-crank lever l to engage blocks p on the head.