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Patent GB-190728081-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Telephone Transmitters.
Inventor: MOSELEY WALKER
Filed: 1907-12-20
Granted: 1908-12-21
Abstract: 28,081. Moseley, W. Dec. 20. Telephones. - In a microphone transmitter, carbon granules are held between the carbon electrodes by cork rings, and the carbon electrodes are held against the metal disks that carry the supporting and contacting screws by a cement of black oxide of copper and sulphur. The cork ring j with a central aperture k, and the cork disks i with smaller apertures l hold the carbon granules between the carbon disks c, which are held in recesses b in the disks a by a cement consisting of 80 per cent of black oxide of copper and 20 per cent of melted sulphur. The heads of the screws f are sunk in further recesses in the disks a, and carry washers g to which the conductors are clamped. One screw also carries the diaphragm n, and the other the balance weights p, which are adjusted for high, medium, and low notes. The ring m of indiarubber &c. is stretched over the disks a. The metal disks are about one inch in diameter.
Patent GB-190728311-A (GB)
Title: Improved Safety Grip for Miners' and like Cages.
Inventor: COWLEY ARCHIBALD GEORGE
Filed: 1907-12-24
Granted: 1908-10-01
Abstract: 28,311. Cowley, A. G. Dec. 24. Safety suspending-apparatus for mine cages &c. A series of wedges are mounted in sockets and connected by levers and chains to the hoisting-cable, the sockets being connected by springs to the cage so as to diminish shock when the apparatus comes into action. Fig. 2 shows one of the wedge grips. The cage carries in proximity to each guiderope j, a fixed guide-socket a and a movable one b. The latter socket rests on a bevelled support on a bracket c, and is separated from the fixed socket by spiral springs d. The socket b is divided in the plane of the rope j, and is slotted to receive a wedge i, which is serrated on its outer side, and is connected by a lever f and chain g to the bridle chains suspending the cage. The wedge is prevented from accidentally gripping the rope by inclined feathers i<1> engaging recesses in the socket b. If the suspending-chains should break, the wedge is drawn upwards by a spring l so as to secure the socket b to the guide-rope. The shock is cushioned by the springs d.
Patent GB-190801297-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Switch Mechanism for Railway Points.
Inventor: THOMSON HUGH ALEXANDER
Filed: 1908-01-20
Granted: 1908-07-09
Abstract: 1297. Thomson, H. A. Jan. 20. Points and switches, railway. The points are operated through the interaction of a conical roller 5 and a spiral cam 3, which is rotated by a weighted handle 9. To cushion the end thrust of the cylinder or cam 3, springs 6, 7 are inserted at its ends, which are kept lubricated from an oil chamber 10 formed inside the cam. Oil is introduced through a hole 8.
Patent GB-190802046-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Means for Damping the Rolling of Ships.
Filed: 1908-01-29
Granted: 1908-09-17
Abstract: 2046. Mavor, H. A., and Mavor & Coulson. Jan. 29. Rolling, preventing. - Relates to means for damping the rolling of ships in which a weight is used, having a tendency to remain stationary, and consists in arranging the weight in a powerful magnetic field moving with the vessel, so that relative movement sets up eddy currents in the weight, retarding its movement. In the example described, the induced currents are generated in the armature a mounted on the axle b of the wheels c. An electro-magnet f is mounted on the carriage d and is provided with four poles surrounding the armature. The movement of the carriage rotates the armature a in the magnetic field producing retardation of the vehicle. Ballast tanks g are constructed as part of the carriage.
Patent GB-190802229-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wickerwork Hampers, Baskets, or the like.
Inventor: PEARSON FREDERICK
Filed: 1908-01-31
Granted: 1908-10-29
Abstract: 2229. Pearson, F. Jan. 31. Baskets and hampers.-Relates to the invention described in Specification No. 1326, A.D. 1893, and consists in a method of attaching protective material, such as raw hide, leather, canvas, &c., to a basket or hamper of wickerwork. Figs. 3 and 4 show the manner of attaching a strip B of material to the lower portion of a hamper. The upper edge B<1> of the strip is placed in position on the stakes A, as described in the above - mentioned Specification, metal strengthening-bars C being placed alongside the stakes and through perforations in the upper edge of the strip. The bars C have bent or enlarged lower ends C', which are covered by the lower end B<2> of the strip B.
Patent GB-190802918-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Cleaning, Washing and Analogous Machines.
Inventor: EASTMAN WILLIAM
Filed: 1908-02-10
Granted: 1908-10-22
Abstract: 2918. Eastman, W., and Herbert, W. Feb. 10. Washing-machines; cleaning fabrics.-Relates to the rotary-barrel type of washing or cleaning machines, and consists in an arrangement of internal brushes, in means for running-off and filtering the liquid, and in a particular shape of barrel. A receptacle 1 is provided around the inside with detachable or fixed brushes 2, and at the centre with a removable cylindrical brush 9 which may rotate either with or independently of the receptacle. The bottom of the barrel also may be furnished with radial brushes. The outlet cock 12 is operated by a spindle 13 and handle 15, and in order to remove fluff &c., the liquid is caused to flow through a grid 17 supported in a tank 16. The barrel may be cylindrical in shape but with its base inclined to the axis.
Patent GB-190803102-A (GB)
Title: An Instrument, to be Attached to a Firearm, to Mark, by a Spot of Light, the Point Aimed at, on a Target.
Inventor: FAULKNER ALFRED MORTLAND
Filed: 1908-02-12
Granted: 1908-11-12
Abstract: 3102. Faulkner, A. M. Feb. 12. Rifle and gunnery practice, teaching.-To indicate the correctness of the aim when no shot is fired, a tube B containing an electric lamp L and a lens C is attached beneath the barrel of a gun and arranged momentarily to throw a spot of light on the target. The circuit is closed by contact of the trigger Z with the piece Y. The tube B is so mounted that it can be adjusted for different ranges.
Patent GB-190804634-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Carriers for Cartridges.
Inventor: WOODHOUSE ARTHUR ALDERSON
Filed: 1908-02-29
Granted: 1908-08-06
Abstract: 4634. Woodhouse, A. A. Feb. 29. Ammunition receptacles.-Revolver charges are held in loops in straps 9 formed by the aid of D-pieces 10. The straps are in different vertical planes, and when empty the upper one is pulled straight, as shown, so as to render the second row of cartridges more easily accessible.
Patent GB-190805327-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Resilient Wheels
Inventor: TRANNOY GABRIEL GASTON
Filed: 1908-03-09
Granted: 1908-10-08
Abstract: 5327. Trannoy, G. G. March 9, 1907, [date applied for under Section 91 of Patents &c. Act, 1907]. Spring wheels; spokes.-The hub is suspended from a floating-rim portion by metal ropes 23, supported by compression members 6 upon an enclosed pneumatic cushion 7. The head of the rope is supported upon a spring 14 inside the member 6, which passes through an aperture in the cushion. The rim is of metal, in two parts 8, 9, to which is riveted a tyre-carrying band 4. The wooden spokes are bored centrally to guide the ropes, and are fitted at their outer ends in screwed cups 15 adjusted by nuts 21. Their inner ends are faced with plates 26 at the sides and are guided between hub cheeks 24, 28, soft metal 25 being interposed. The inner ends of the ropes are carried by bolts 31, and they are guided between pairs of rollers 37 fitted in recesses in the spokes.
Patent GB-190809014-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for Cleansing and Filtering of Used Oil.
Inventor: JARVIS HORACE WILLIAM
Filed: 1908-04-25
Granted: 1908-12-10
Abstract: 9014. Jarvis, H. W. April 25. Filtering oils; decanting and settling.-Oil separated from exhaust steam falls through a pipe b into a tank a, from which water is discharged through an overflow c behind a baffle d, and the oil falls through an adjustable outlet e to a tank f. From the latter tank, the oil is sucked to a storage vessel j through a receptacle h, heated by a steam coil, and through filters g. A suction pipe k connects the vessel j to the condenser. Withdrawal of oil to the condenser, when the vessel j is full, is prevented either by the provision of a float l, which opens a valve admitting air to destroy the vacuum and sound a whistle n, or by making the connecting- pipe between the vessel j and the condenser of such a height that the column of oil will exhaust the vacuum. The veasel j might be mounted on the heating-chamber h in the form of a hood or casing over the filtering-vessels, or these might be placed within the vessel j, situated as shown.
Patent GB-190814323-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring Wheels.
Inventor: FLIEGEL JOSEF
Filed: 1908-07-06
Granted: 1908-07-23
Abstract: 14,323. Fliegel, J. July 6, 1907, [date applied for under Section 91 of Patents &c. Act, 1907]. Springs.-An adjustable volute spring fitted to a spring-wheel is seated upon a carrier 24 formed with a slotted sleeve in which is guided a bolt 26 fitted with a pin engaging the slot. The bolt is in two parts, the outer 29 of which carries adjusting and locking nuts 27, 28 and is formed with a conical head held in the seating 8 by a spring catch 31. To remove the spring, the nuts are slackened, the catch 31 released, and the bolt pushed into the spring, whereupon the carrier can be turned on its pivot and the part 29 of the bolt detached.
Patent GB-190815774-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mangles and Wringing Machines
Inventor: FLETCHER ISAAC
Filed: 1909-01-21
Granted: 1909-05-13
Abstract: 15,774. Fletcher, I. Jan. 21, 1909. Mangling and wring- ing machines.-An attachment, by which articles passed between the rollers are returned to the side from which they were fed, consists of a shoot A with lateral projections at the top and bottom. The projections at the top engage hooks or loops c in the machine frame. The lower projections engage notched ledges c<1> formed below the rollers in the frame. The shoot may be strengthened by wires over which the edges of the shoot are folded. The wires then form the upper and lower projections.
Patent GB-190817310-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Appliances for Securing Tarpaulin or like Coverings on Ship's Hatches and like Purposes.
Inventor: CAMERON HUGH
Filed: 1908-08-18
Granted: 1908-11-15
Abstract: 17,310. Cameron, H. Aug. 18. Hatches.-A device for securing tarpaulin and like coverings on ships' hatches comprises a hinged screw-pressed bar 1, Fig. 1, hinged to plates 2 fixed to the coamings 3, and formed with openings 5 to fit over bosses 6. These bosses are preferably conoidal, Fig. 4, and are riveted to the coamings 3. The bosses are engaged by cap-headed screws 8, which when n screwed up bear against the bar 1 and force it against the tarpaulin 7. The cap heads of the screws 8 are preferably formed with cross-bars 10, Fig. 1, for the purpose of turning them ; but the heads may be made square and turned by a key. The bars 1 may be slightly stepped or bevelled to allow for the thickness of the tarpaulin.
Patent GB-190820725-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Billiard Cues.
Inventor: RANSOM CHARLES
Filed: 1908-10-01
Granted: 1909-04-01
Abstract: 20,725. Ransom, C. Oct. 1. Billiards.-To prevent billiard cues from warping the narrower end of the cue is provided with a cylindrical metal core b, which may extend to the tip or terminate short thereof the deficiency being made up by a wooden plug. In modifications, Figs. 5, 6, and 7, the cross-section of the core is cruciform, three-armed, or annular, and packing- strips c of bamboo &c. are applied.
Patent GB-190822132-A (GB)
Title: Salts of the Sulpho Acids of Guaiacol Carbonate and Process of Producing same.
Inventor: JUSTICE PHILIP MIDDLETON
Filed: 1908-10-19
Granted: 1909-04-15
Abstract: 22,132. Justice, P. M., [Boehringersohn, C. H.]. Oct. 19. Guaiacol carbonate disulphonates are produced by the action of phosgene on a guaiacol sulphonate (OH : OCH3 : S03K = 1 :2 :3), and salts of the monosulphonic acid by the action of phosgene on a mixture of guaiacol and a sulphonic acid salt thereof, of the above constitution, in the presence of alkalis and their substitutes, for example, bases such as pyridine. In the production of the monosulphonate some guaiacol carbonate also results. The products are suitable for use in medicine.
Patent GB-190822620-A (GB)
Title: A Logarithmic Disc Calculating Machine.
Inventor: LEDER ERNST
Filed: 1908-10-24
Granted: 1909-06-03
Abstract: 22,620. Leder, E. Oct. 24. Calculating apparatus.-In logarithmic disk calculating-apparatus, the logarithmic scale is spread over a number of radii enclosed between two concentric circles. The number of radii is preferably one hundred, and the length enclosed between the two circles ten centimetres. The total length of the scale is taken to represent log. 10, and the first division on each part radius is repeated on a prolongation of the preceding radius. The first two figures of the mantissae are shown on the inner circle opposite to the radius and on the disk rim at a tangential opening in the casing, the remaining digits being given by the length of the partial radius as measured by a scale carried on the casing. The numbers corresponding to the logarithms are marked along the scale as shown in Fig. 5. The disk a is mounted, as shown in Fig. 2, to rotate in the casing d, which is provided with a slot e, Fig. 1, formed so that only one radial portion of the scale is visible. Mounted on the casing is a slide carrier f on the edge of which is formed a scale i equal in length to the one-hundredth part of the whole scale. Mounted in a groove g in the carrier is a movable slide h graduated in lengths equal to the scale i and marked with graduations +2, +1, 0, -1 as shown in Fig. 1. Attached to the slide is a runner k consisting of a frame l provided with a glass plate having an etched line o<1> arranged in the same plane as a pointer carried by the plate k. A stop-pin on the carrier f limits the movement of the runner to the left. Mounted on the casing so as to be revolved by a milled head s is a disk q carrying numbers 00-99. An opening r in the casing allows one of these numbers to be seen, and an opening y shows one of the numbers on the edge of the disk a. Mounted on the axis of the disk q is a pinion u engaging a toothed wheel v mounted on the axis of a disk x, the gearing being in the ratio of 20 to 1, and the rotation of the wheel v being indicated by a frictionally mounted pointer w on a scale x divided as shown into two parts showing + and - figures. An auxiliary scale z is provided, and is graduated as shown in Fig. 1 to facilitate simple multiplication and division.
Patent GB-190823017-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Generation and Superheating of Steam.
Inventor: ZIELINSKI JOSEPH
Filed: 1908-10-29
Granted: 1909-05-13
Abstract: 23,017. Zielinski, J. Oct. 29. Evaporative efficiency, increasing; ; superheating steam in boiler.-Relates to means for increasing the evaporative efficiency of the boiler and for superheating the steam, of the kind described in Specification No. 20,706, A.D. 1904. Air which has been heated in pipes in the furnace flue is forced through perforated tubes in the water and steam spaces. A stream of compressed air is passed through heating-chambers 7, 8, placed in the furnace flues and enters a perforated tube 10, from which some of the air escapes into the boiler. The remainder is re-heated in a second beater 12, and is returned through a tube 13 to the boiler. In the apparatus shown, the air is returned through a coiled perforated open-ended tube 14 encircling the generator flue tubes 2.
Patent GB-190823521-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Balanced Drop Lights for Railway Vehicles and like purposes.
Inventor: TWINBERROW JAMES DENIS
Filed: 1908-11-03
Granted: 1909-09-02
Abstract: 23,521. Twinberrow, J. D., and McKerrow, R. C. Nov. 3. Windows.-Sliding sashes for vehicles are balanced by belt-crank levers acted on by compressed springs mounted in cylindrical casings to protect them from moisture. In the arrangement shown in Fig. 1, the longer arm d of a bell - crank lever pivoted to a bracket c on the frame has a roller or hard-wood contact-piece e bearing against an horizontal bar g which supports the sash, and the shorter arm h is pivoted to a rod k having a disk l which abuts against the spring m mounted in a cylindrical casing n. The arrangement is such that the resisting force of the spring increases as the leverage on the bell-crank increases. In a modification for windows having a longer travel, the casing carrying the spring n is pivoted at the bottom of the well, and the short arm of the lever is flexibly connected to the end of the rod k. In the modification shown in Fig. 5, two bell-crank levers are pivoted together at t, each longer arm s being cylindrical and containing a spring that acts on the shorter arm of the other lever. One long arm is pivoted to the bottom of the door casing, while the other bears against the lower rail of the sash.
Patent GB-190823862-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Acetylene Generators.
Inventor: MORRIS DAVID JAMES
Filed: 1908-11-07
Granted: 1909-12-07
Abstract: 23,862. Morris, D. J., and Morris, A. T. Nov. 7. Casings.-A watersupply valve for an acetylene generator comprises a spindle, i with a conical end which normally closes an opening h leading to the carbide chamber. The spindle slides in a guide having slots s for the passage of water. An operating- lever l, pivoted at m, passes through a slot k in the valve spindle and has a weight at one end normally keeping the valve closed.
Patent GB-190826682-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Production of Celluloid Sheets.
Inventor: SIMMONS HAROLD HARMAN
Filed: 1908-12-09
Granted: 1909-12-09
Abstract: 26,682. Simmons, H. H., [Field, J. H.]. Dec. 9. [Cognate Application No. 16,010, A.D. 1909, dated July 8.] Compound fabrics.-A sheet of celluloid or the like for use in the manufacture of balloons, aeroplanes, &c. less than À002 in. thick, is made by spreading liquid or pasty celluloid on a slab by means of a straight edge, brush, roller, or the apparatus shown in Fig. 3. On a slab E slides a frame D, carrying a flexible bag D<2>, pressed on to the surface of the slab by being filled with liquid such as mercury. Reinforcements, such as strands of raw silk laid parallel or crossing one another, may be placed on the slab before spreading the sheet, or they may be applied to the sheet before it is removed from the slab. The sheet after drying is removed by moistening the surface with water or a poor solvent such as alcohol.
Patent GB-190905270-A (GB)
Title: Process for Manufacture of a Composition to be used in Lieu of Wood and other Substances and Materials.
Inventor: DAVIES SAMUEL JAMES
IPC: C08L91/06
Filed: 1909-09-02
Granted: 1910-06-02
Abstract: 5270. Davies, S. J., and Rowell, J. Sept. 2. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Fibrous plastic compositions.-75 parts of peat moss are ground or pulped and mixed with 10 parts of starch and 10 parts of glue liquefied by adding boiling water. To this is added about 5 parts of formaldehyde and phenyl alcohol or as an alternative for either, tannic acid. The composition is moulded and subjected to heavy pressure, and is used as a substitute for rubber, iron, wood, marble, leather, leather - board, plaster, slate, and the like in the manufacture of balls, bowls, umbrella handles, walking-sticks, soles and heels of boots, picture frames, mouldings, cornices, and overmantles. Reference has been directed by the Comptroller to Specifications 1610/73, 3004/90, and 25,324/02.
Patent GB-190906330-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Securing the Handles or Stales to the Heads of Brooms and Brushes.
Inventor: PHILLIPS REUBEN
IPC: B25G3/02
Filed: 1909-03-17
Granted: 1909-12-09
Abstract: 6330. Phillips, R. March 17. F i x i n g b y screwed sockets; toothed h o l d i n gdevices for socket fixings.-A screw for fixing the handles to brooms and brushes, of the type adapted to be secured in the end of t h e handle and to be screwed into the stock of the broom &c. or preferably into a screwthreaded hole provided therein, is provided with a pointed or blunt coach-screw shank or threaded portion. In the form shown in Fig. 2, the screw b has a flat head c taking into a slot provided in the handle a, and is fixed by rivets passing through a ferrule e and the head c, or a circular depression f may be formed in the ferrule compressing the material of the handle into recesses d. In the form shown in Fig. 3, the round head c of the screw b is riveted in the bottom end e' of the ferrule, which is preferably slotted at g to facilitate the introduction of the handle a secured therein by a rivet or rivets h
Patent GB-190913713-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Cheese Cutter.
Inventor: BROWN DAVID THOMAS
IPC: B26B27/00
Filed: 1909-06-11
Granted: 1910-01-06
Abstract: 13,713. Brown, D. T. June 11. Cheese-cutters.-A device for severing cheese comprises a wire b stretched between resilient bars a<1>, secured to or carried by a handle a. The wire is threaded through holes in the bars a' and is secured by clamping-devices c.
Patent GB-190916154-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Drop Handles and Plates therefor.
Inventor: TIMINGS SAMUEL
IPC: B21D53/38
Filed: 1909-07-10
Granted: 1910-06-16
Abstract: 16,154. Timings, S. July 10. Handles.-Drop handles and plates are constructed from sheet - metal blanks having the edges bent back so as to give the appearance of solidity. The handle, Figs. 1 and 2, consists of a metal blank bent round at 9 to form a grip 1, and at 3 in cylindrical form to constitute a bar for hinging the handle to its plate. The edges 7 of the sides 2 are also bent backwards. The plate 11 is constructed of sheet metal bent to form a loop 4 for the reception of the bar 3, which is retained by one or more tongues 15. In the case of handles hung from two hinges, the modification shown in Fig 11 is employed.
Patent GB-190921029-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Spectacle Stands.
Inventor: LOEEFFLER MAX
IPC: A47F7/02
Filed: 1909-09-14
Granted: 1910-03-17
Abstract: 21,029. Loeffler, M. Sept. 14. Card and like stands.- Stands for spectacles &c. comprise plates b, Fig. 2, from which pairs of steel or other metal pieces c, covered with silk, leather, or other material, the upper one only or both of which are resilient, project in couples, each of which grips the glasses of a pair of spectacles or pince-nez placed between them. The stand may have a back-plate e, and the inner space may be filled with glue &c. to make the metal pieces secure. The stand may have a top space d for the reception of advertising matter, and a back flap g with bolts may fasten the cords in position. A strut f may be attached to the back of the stand.
Patent GB-190928570-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Conveyors for Coal Mines.
Inventor: HARE SAMUEL
IPC: E21F13/06
Filed: 1909-12-07
Granted: 1910-05-19
Abstract: 28,570. Hare, S. Dec. 7. Conveying from working face in mines.- Apparatus for conveying coal from the working face of a mine to the tubs on the haulage roads comprises lengths of sectional trough a mounted on wheels running on rails and hauled to and fro by a cable f. The lengths of trough are connected by links l, and are discharged by a scraper n mounted on rollers in a bridgelike wheeled frame c on to one of two shoots m. Instead of the scraper running from end to end of the bridge according to the direction in which the trough is moving, scrapers pivoted to swing freely in one direction may be mounted at each end of the bridge. The cable f is passed round pulleys g at each end of the working and on the bridge e. The cable passes from the pulleys on the bridge in one direction direct to the winding - machine r, and in the other to a pulley r<1> in that portion of the roadway brushed beyond the face, and thence back to the winding-machine. By this arrangement, the necessity of adjusting the winding-machine at frequent intervals is obviated.