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Patent GB-189711217-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cots or Beds.
Inventor: HOWARD GEORGE DAVID
Filed: 1897-05-05
Granted: 1898-05-05
Abstract: 11,217. Howard, G. D., [Carver, M. J., and Carver, R. E.]. May 5. Bedsteads.-The bottom consists of two frames a<1>, B', a, B connected by dovetails and grooves and capable of sliding one on the other. The frame B' carries loops D and by means of set-screws D' can be clamped in any position on the frame B. The flexible laths J have holes K, H fitting over pins on the frame B<1> and can be removed and spaced apart as desired. A hinged flap L' covers a hole L for sanitary purposes. The bed can be swung as shown in Fig. 1, or be supported on hinged legs E as shown in Fig. 2. The legs have springs F for closing them when not in use. The head-rest is hinged and supported by struts N in racks 0. When the top frame B' is slid towards the foot the space left at the head is filled in with auxiliary strips J.
Patent GB-189711243-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Device for Winding up Clocks or Clock-works.
Inventor: EIBIG PAUL
Filed: 1897-05-05
Granted: 1898-05-05
Abstract: 11,243. Eibig, P. May 5. Winding-mechanism; going trains.-The clockwork, consisting of a wheel train ending in an escapement, begins with differential mitre gearing II the radial axis of which is loaded or pulled by a spring, while its first wheel is driven, as follows :-A ratchet-wheel 48, on the same shaft as the mitre gearing, is driven by a pin 49 on a reciprocating bar 25 which extends from the lever armature 24 of an electromagnet 23 the circuit of which is completed for a few seconds every minute by the oscillation of an arm 91 with the revolution of an eccentric driven by a spring barrel 34. The cam shaft is provided with a double arm 38 bearing two lugs 39 and 40 at slightly unequal distances from the axis which escape from a lever 42 operated by a snail revolving once a minute in the clockwork. When the current is switched off by hand, a detent 115, following the retreating pin 116 on the reciprocating bar, locks the clockwork just before the snail cam drops its lever. Thus the eccentric does not separate the oscillating arm 91 from its counter contact 92, so that the electromagnet is in circuit to start the clockwork immediately the current is switched on again. The electromagnet also keeps the spring barrel wound up. The escapement lever 42 may be operated by the radial shaft of the differential gearing, and the armature may have rotary reciprocation.
Patent GB-189717161-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means applicable for Use in the Electrolysis of Salts.
Inventor: HARGREAVES JAMES
Filed: 1897-07-20
Granted: 1898-10-20
Abstract: 17,161. Hargreaves, J. July 20. Chlorine.-Relates to means applicable for use in the electrolysis of salts, such as of common salt for obtaining alkali and chlorine. A combined cathode and diaphragm is formed of a wire cloth or perforated plate a, a pasty, porous, or spongy material b, such as paper or clay c, a hard or dense coating, such as thin Portland cement, and a soft or porous material d, such as asbestos cloth, slagwool, or asbestos mixed with lime and treated with a solution of sodium silicate ; all the layers are secured together. This combined cathode and diaphragm may be employed vertically or horizontally. The carbon anodes e, e<1> are arranged so as to overlap one another, whether the cell be a low flat one, or a tall one, and the salt to be decomposed rests thereon, and is dissolved by the electrolyte h as required. The alternate anodes e, e<1> are all connected up at opposite sides to two terminals r, r<1>. The cells comprise a metal tray, forming the cathode compartment B, to which the negative wire is attached, upon which rests the combined cathode and diaphragm, and to which is bolted the upper or anode compartment A. The latter is formed of a pair of lead plates k coated on the inner side with pitch, and having openings through which one end of each alternate anode is passed, and then the walls l are formed by casting cement against the layer of pitch. In the protruding end of each anode is formed a hole or holes, and a cap o, o' of type metal or lead is cast upon such end. In the form shown, strong brine enters at one end above the electrolyte, and the exhausted brine and the chlorine flow otf through an opening p<2> in the opposite side. In the vertical form, the strong brine enters at the lower part of the vessel. Steam is injected through the pipe i. The exhausted brine with chlorine may be injected by a steam jet beneath a perforated plate into a saturating-vessel charged with solid salt, pure chlorine flowing away from one upper opening, and strong brine for reuse from another.
Patent GB-189718572-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pneumatic Tyres for Bicycles.
Inventor: GIEHAN ISAAC SEAMAN M
Filed: 1897-08-10
Granted: 1897-09-25
Abstract: 18,572. M'Giehan, I. S. Aug. 10. Tyres, pneumatic, preventing puncture of. A non-puncturable strip a is placed between the inner and outer covering on the tread. The strip a is made of raw hide gr other material wound helically and then flattened as shown in Fig. 2. Holes s are made through the protective strip in the position shown, so that the inner and outer coverings may be joined as shown at t, while the protective strip can stretch with the tyre. The strip is curved as shown in Fig. 5, so that its underside m becomes crimped at m<1>; its curvature is made greater than that of the tyre, to prevent it from becoming flat when in use. Thrust-pieces g may be provided for the ends c.
Patent GB-189800543-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Gas Burner.
Inventor: WOOD ROBERT
Filed: 1898-01-08
Granted: 1898-05-14
Abstract: 543. Wood, R. Jan. 8. G a s burners.- The gas supply is split up or divided by a gauze disc c and by a plug or bridge a, arranged within the burnerbody d, the two gas apertures b in the plug a being situated beneath the ends of the diametrical burner slit e.,
Patent GB-189812803-A (GB)
Title: Means for the Disposal of Waste Liquid Products from Distilleries or other Works.
Inventor: STEVENSON CHARLES ALEXANDER
Filed: 1898-06-08
Granted: 1899-04-08
Abstract: 12,803. Stevenson, C, A. June 8. Foul waters, treating; spraying.-Waste liquids from distilleries and other works are disposed of by disseminating them through the atmosphere in the form of spray. The liquid is preferably conveyed to the top of a high chimney and there converted into spray, but it may be converted into spray over a fire.
Patent GB-189817528-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Locking Lamps and Lanterns to Vehicles.
Inventor: POWELL FRANK
Filed: 1898-08-13
Granted: 1899-06-17
Abstract: 17,528. Powell, F., and Hanmer, F., [trading as Powell & Hanmer]. Aug. 13. Lamp brackets.- Relates to means for preventing the theft of lamps from vehicles. The hollow bracket A, which is screwed to the vehicle, is provided with a locking- bolt F mounted upon a bent spring f<2>. When attaching the lamp, the pressure of the tongue C on the inclined face f forces back the bolt F, which springs into the opening c' of the tongue C as soon as the lamp is in position. The lamp can then only be released by inserting a special key G.
Patent GB-189819184-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring Wheels.
Inventor: FROHLICH PAUL
Filed: 1898-09-09
Granted: 1899-01-21
Abstract: 19,184. Frohlich, P., and Der Linde, R. von. Sept. 9. Spring wheels; felloes or rims ; tyres, elastic other than pneumatic.-In a cycle or vehicle wheel, having two rims e and f between which are placed springs s, a ring b concentric with the hub a is connected by tie-rods d to the rim f. The tie-rods pass through holes c<1> in the intermediate rime.
Patent GB-189823355-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in the Manufacture of a Cheap and Efficient Bolster or Shoulder to be Used in the Manufacture of Table Knives, Dessert Knives and Carvers (Meat and Game).
Inventor: MCCLORY WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-11-07
Granted: 1899-06-02
Abstract: 23,355. McClory, W. Nov. 7. Table and carving knives.-The bolster B is a separate piece with a square hole to slip over the tang, and a notch to take the heel of the blade A. It is secured by stamping or pressing, which leaves the grooves shown.
Patent GB-189911587-A (GB)
Title: Automatic Gradient Indicator.
Inventor: LEES HENRY
Filed: 1899-06-05
Granted: 1900-03-24
Abstract: 11,587. Lees, H. June 5. Clinometers.-Means for indicating to the driver of a vehicle the gradient of the road over which be is travelling are shown in elevation in Fig. 4. The heavy pendulum A, A<1>, which moves in the plane of motion of the vehicle, is pivoted to the horizontal axis A<2>, and has an enlargement A<7>, through which passes the spindle AS of a doubleended pointer working over a dial, not shown. Any inclination of the road surface causes a relative displacement of the pendulum and the frame carrying the spindle A<5>; this displacement is transmitted through the rack A<7> and pinion A<3> to the pointer. The displacement may also move the pieces C<3> and the attached spring arms C' about the pivots C<5> into such a position that ordinary oscillation of the vehicle causes the knobs C<2> to ring the bell D. Adjustable stops E, F are provided. In the Provisional Specification, it is stated that the bell may be rung electrically.
Patent GB-189915933-A (GB)
Title: New or Improved Apparatus for Holding, Piling, or Suspending Trousers and other Foldable Articles.
Inventor: AMENABAR JULIO DANIEL
Filed: 1899-08-04
Granted: 1900-06-09
Abstract: 15,933. AmenÓbar, J. D. Aug. 4. Suspenders for articles of dress trouser presses. -Relates to improvements on the invention described in Specification No. 4845, A.D. 1898, [Abridgment Class Boxes &c.]. Trousers and other foldable articles are held, piled, or suspended by means of a device such as that shown in Figs. 1 and 3. The trousers or other article 6 is folded over the lower bar 7 of a safety-pin or like wire device, the upper bar 2 of which is provided with a ring or clip 3 for engagement with a bar 10 on which the articles are held or from which they are suspended. Sheets of fabric 5, secured to the safety-pin device, are located between the articles. On the bar 10 is mounted a wire triangle 20 and a pivoted bar 17 terminating in a hook 18. The device may be suspended, as shown in Fig. 3, or it may be placed in a drawer, as shown in Fig. 1, to the end of which the bar 10 is secured, and the articles may be tightly secured or pressed by straps as shown. In a modification, the parts mounted on the bar 10 may be secured to a stand through the plate 23, which is preferably fastened to the stand by a detachable hook 16. Other modifications are described adapted for suspending skirts and jackets, &c.
Patent GB-189916274-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Wood Turning Lathes.
Inventor: KOHN ARTHUR
Filed: 1899-08-10
Granted: 1899-09-30
Abstract: 16,274. Kohn, A., and Kohn, B. Aug. 10. Lathes.-A lathe for turning wood or similar material has a cutter f which rotates round the work p, the latter being fixed. The cutter slides radially in grooves in discs b, d connected by rods c, the feed being effected by a sleeve i sliding on the main spindle a and connected to the cutter by links h<3>, h and a lever h<1>. The sleeve, which rotates with the spindle, is operated by a handle o. Projections h<5> are formed on the cutter to prevent it from jamming between the discs, its cutting- edge corresponding to the article to be produced. A drill q on the disc b drills and centres the work.
Patent GB-189916321-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with the Axles of Road Vehicles.
Inventor: RUMPLER EDMUND
Filed: 1899-08-10
Granted: 1900-08-10
Abstract: 16,321. Rumpler, E. Aug. 10. Axles; undercarriages.-Relates to means for allowing the axle to take an oblique position without carrying the undercarriage into the same position. The axle proper A forms part of a frame A, V<1>, V<2>, V<3>, pivoted at S', S' to the undercarriage.
Patent GB-189925568-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Spring Mattress.
Inventor: GOLBY FREDERICK WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-12-27
Granted: 1900-03-17
Abstract: 25,568. Golby, F. W., [Steiner, O.]. Dec. 27. Mattresses.-A number of hour-glass springs S are connected by hooks g to the wirework surface, which has at its ends rows of helical springs a. The whole surface is laced to the frame by cords b, one end of each of which is fixed and the other d capable of being engaged by a clip v when the tension of the surface has been adjusted. The hour-glass springs rest on cross-bars e, to which they are connected by clips f which allow of the springs being slid along the bars e to bring them perfectly vertical after tension has been put on the surface by the cords b.
Patent GB-190000978-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Folding Chairs.
Inventor: WISEMAN CHARLES JOHN
Filed: 1900-01-16
Granted: 1900-04-07
Abstract: 978. Wiseman, C. J. Jan. 16. Chairs.-Relates to folding and portable hammock chairs. The cross-bar A connecting the struts is made of the section shown in Fig. 2, and fits into the ratchet teeth like a die in a matrix.
Patent GB-190004651-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Writing Instruments for Writing Pen Holders and Writing Pencil Holders.
Inventor: LAMBERT GEORGE LEWIS
Filed: 1900-03-12
Granted: 1901-02-09
Abstract: 4651. Lambert, G. L. March 12. Pencil holders; penholders.-Relates to means for securing nibs or pencils in holders, so that they may readily be removed. The nib is held between the part c and the pivoted part h, which is kept in place by the ring i. In the case of a pencil, the holding-parts are shaped to form a tube when together. In a modification, both the holding-parts are pivoted.
Patent GB-190006835-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Incubators.
Inventor: DANDISON PERCY
Filed: 1900-04-11
Granted: 1901-03-02
Abstract: 6835. Dandison, P. April 11. Incubators. - An egg-carrier, applied to an ordinary incubator case a with a boiler b heated by an automatically-controlled lamp c, comprises a mounted frame d, preferably with a central division, and with a fixed bottom and movable top formed respectively of cross-wires d<1>, d<1># spaced as shown. The wires d<1># are secured between wires d<3>, and each of the two side wires d<1># is bent to form a lug d<6> fitting over the side of the frame, and provided with two lugs or clamps d<4> secured by screws or nuts d<5>. Trunnions d<2> are supported in side carriages on rails f, which are supported by pivoted links f<1> and raised by the action of a spring f<3> on a cross-bar f<2>. Hinged extensions of the rails allow withdrawal of the egg-carrier for testing or turning. The carrier is secured horizontally by passing a pin through one or other of two holes in each side carriage into a hole in the frame. The distance between the carrier and boiler is automatically regulated by means of two hermetically-sealed expansive chambers g containing fluid. The upper sides of these chambers bear against fixed rods g<1>, which pass through vertical tubes fixed in the boiler, and are adjusted by levers g<2> and screws g<3>. The lower sides of the chambers are applied to a frame f<4> connected to the rails f. In a modification, the rails are replaced by a sliding frame formed with openings fitted with trunnion carriers supported by springs, and rods carrying rollers at the lower ends are fixed to the expansive chambers and bear on the central division of the carrier.
Patent GB-190007138-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in War Ships.
Inventor: HOOSE GEORGE WOLSEY VAN
Filed: 1900-04-17
Granted: 1900-06-23
Abstract: 7138. Hoose, G. W. van. April 17. War-ships.- Relates to the fitting of turrets which can be raised to enable all the guns to be brought to bear on a single object simultaneously. Figs. 1 and 2 show a vessel so fitted, the forward turret being shown in its raised position by dotted lines in Fig. 1. Fig. 3 shows a cross-section of a portion of the vessel illustrating the construction of the turret. The barbettes B extend up to the top of the upper works on the inner side, and slightly above the upper deck on the outer side. The turret is heavily armoured in the upper part C, where it normally projects above the deck, while the lower part C<1>, which is protected by the upper works when the turret is raised, is only lightly armoured. A tube C<3> contains the ammunition hoist H, which is served by a trolley Z running on a circular railway. The turret is rotated by a turntable T resting on rollers r, and is raised into the position shown by dotted lines by a hydraulic cylinder E. Ribs c, c on the central tube pass through slots in a ring I secured by clamps a, a to the turntable. When the turret is in the raised position, the ri' are clear of the ring I, which can then be rotated to move its slots out of line with the said ribs, so that they may rest on the collar. Ball bearings S, S facilitate the movements of the turret.
Patent GB-190011959-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Lamps and Lamp Holders for Road Vehicles.
Inventor: PARKINSON ARTHUR
Filed: 1900-07-03
Granted: 1901-05-04
Abstract: 11,959. Parkinson, A. July 3. Lamp brackets; lanterns.-The attachment of the lamp or lantern 6 to a road vehicle is effected by passing the stud 2 of the bracket through eyes 4 formed on the lamp or lantern, and through a sleeve 5 placed between the eyes and secured to the stud 2 by a pin 7. The stud 2 may be mounted directly upon the vehicle, or it may be carried by a sleeve 9, which, within the limits determined by the springs 13, slides upon rods 10 secured at 12 to the vehicle.
Patent GB-190012819-A (GB)
Title: The Manufacture and Production of Azo Colouring Matters and Material for use therein
Inventor: JOHNSON JAMES YATE
Filed: 1900-07-16
Granted: 1901-06-08
Abstract: 12,819. Johnson, J. Y., [Badische Anilin & Soda Fabrik]. July 16. Dyes, artificial.-Mono and disazo dyes are produced from 1 :1<1>-naphthylenediamine sulphonic acids, one or two proportions of a diazo compound, and acetone. The products possess a greater degree of stability than those obtained from 1 : I1-naphthylenediamine sulphonic acids and diazo compounds without condensation with acetone. The condensation takes place in weak acid solution, and it may be effected at any stage of the reaction, i.e., the diamine sulphonic acid may be condensed with acetone before combination with one or two diazo compounds, or after combination therewith, or after combination with one diazo compound and before combination with a second. Examples are given in which monoazo dyes are obtained by combining 1 : :1<1>-naphthylenediamine-4-sulphonic acid with acetone and diazotized alpha-naphthylamine, diazotized naphthionic acid, and diazotized sulphanilic acid, respectively ; and by combining 1 : r-naphthylenediamine-3 : 6- disulphonic acid, with acetone and diazotized p-nitraniline. In other examples disazo dyes are produced by combining 1 : 1'-naphthylenediamine- 4-sulphonic acid with acetone and with two molecular proportions of diazotized naphthionic acid, or of diazotized sulphanilic acid ; and by combining 1 : 1<1>- naphthylenediamine - 3 : 6 - disulphonic acid with acetone and with both diazotized aniline and diazotized p-nitraniline.
Patent GB-190013158-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Propellers.
Inventor: LITTLEFIELD SYLVANUS CLARK
Filed: 1900-07-20
Granted: 1901-06-29
Abstract: 13,158. Littlefield, S. C., and Clark, J. A. July 20. Screw propellers.-Relates to the design of fixed or detachable blades, which reduce drag, throw the strain towards the shaft, prevent vibration, and do not tend to depress the stern of the vessel, while they are effective when not wholly submerged. Fig. 1 shows a front view, Fig. 3 a view looking at the leading edge, and Fig. 8 a section through the line 8-8 in Fig. 1. The leading and trailing edges a and a<2> are curved as shown in Fig. 1, while the tip B is a straight line. The face D is deeply concave, as clearly shown in Fig. 8, the concavity extending from the root of the blade to about, the line x-x, Fig. 1.
Patent GB-190022782-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Generating Acetylene Gas
Inventor: CLARK WILLIAM WALLIS
Filed: 1900-12-13
Granted: 1901-12-13
Abstract: 22,782. Clark, W. W., and Bone, G. Dec. 13. Acetylene.-Relates to acetylene - generating appa - ratus of the kind described in Specification No. 18,590, A.D. 1899. The carbide holder is so arranged that it is completely immersed in water while gas is being generated, and the charge is subdivided in such a manner that each portion is surrounded by a jacket of water before being attacked. This holder consists of an outer vessel a fitted with a watertight cover c and containing a nest of pans d, d<1>, which are of varying depth but have their upper ends approximately level. The vessel a and pans d, d' are all charged with carbide. When the gasometer descends, carrying with it the carbide holder, water enters the outer vessel a by the pipe g, and the gas generated passes off by the pipe h. After the exhaustion of the carbide in the outer vessel, the gasometer descends until the water passes through an opening f into the pan d, and ultimately it passes through an opening f<1> into the pan d'. The cover c may be provided with a water cup i for keeping it cool, the upper part of the vessel a being formed with a number of openings j for the inflow of water. In a modification, the water inlet g is replaced by a centrally-arranged pipe provided with distributing-branches.
Patent GB-190103867-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Fastening Devices for Gloves.
Inventor: ADAMS WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-02-22
Granted: 1901-12-21
Abstract: 3867. Adams, W. Feb. 22. Strap fastenings for gloves. A strap 1 is secured at one end to one bar 3 of a four or five barred slide, passed round a roller or sleeve 4 of a loop 5 secured to the glove by a strap piece 6 or otherwise, then under the bar 7, over the roller 8 of the centre bar 9, and under the other bar 10 of the four-barred slide shown, and connected to the glove, or to the loop 5 to dispense with the piece 6 and also to the glove or not.
Patent GB-190105324-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sleepers and in Means for Securing the Rails
Inventor: FAUQUIER LOUIS
Filed: 1901-03-13
Granted: 1902-01-30
Abstract: 5324. Fauquier, L. March 13. Sleepers ; rails, securing to sleepers.- Sleepers are made of strengthened concrete, a mixture of sand, gravel, and cement being moulded round metal plates &c. f, leaving recesses on the top to hold the rails and on the underside to increase friction in the ballast. The rails may be carried in chairs, or may be secured by spikes b screwed into wooden plugs enclosed in metal linings d, which are moulded in the sleeper. Longitudinal and transverse sleepers a, h may be used together, a tenon connection g being made between them and completed, if desirable, by running cement into the joint.
Patent GB-190107843-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Machines for Jointing and Setting up Sections of Lumber.
Inventor: FIRSTBROOK WILLIAM ASHALL
Filed: 1901-04-16
Granted: 1901-06-08
Abstract: 7843. Firstbrook, W. A. April 16. Tongueing and grooving.-Relates to a machine for tongueing and grooving boards and pressing the joints together, more particularly for making boxes and is an improvement on the invention described in Specification No. 7842, A.D. 1901. Several boards are operated on simultaneously. Piles of boards of equal length are placed in the hoppers L, Fig. 3. The bottom board of each pile is fed forward by endless chains J on to another series of endless feed-bands E. Each board is held down by spring pressure rollers, which are, at the proper time, lifted by a pneumatic cylinder M<8> to allow the pneumatic pusher O<5> to push the boards over to one side of the feed-band into position to be operated upon by the tongueing and grooving cutters P. After one edge has been operated upon by the cutters P, the boards are pushed over to the other side by another pneumatic pusher R (the pressure rollers being lifted by another pneumatic cylinder), so that the opposite edges are tongued or grooved by cutters S, Fig. 4. The boards are now discharged on to a table with curved springs U, U<1>, which force the edges of the boards together, and deliver (in the example shown) three boards jointed together. The pneumatic cylinders are controlled by crank-pins F", which act through levers on their valves.