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Patent GB-189707872-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Measuring and Folding Woven Silk Goods in taking it from the Beam, or for Measuring the same in taking from one Beam to another.
Inventor: WADSWORTH JOSEPH
Filed: 1897-03-26
Granted: 1898-01-15
Abstract: 7872. Wadsworth, J. March 26 Folding and measuring. - The fabric wound on the beam A passes over a measuring-roller C on the shaft of which is a worm o which meshes with a wormwheel o' having a dial face which in conjunction with a fixed pointer or index o<3> denotes the length of fabric which passes through. The measuring-roller is actuated by a friction roller against which it is pressed by springs n<2> which press on the sliding bearings of the measuring-roller. At the same time the fabric may be wound on a beam E, or it may be pleated or folded by an oscillating guide or pleater H, which is actuated by a pin f<1> on the pinion f, the said pin also operating the bar g by which the presser bars L to hold down the folded fabric are actuated. When the fabric is all withdrawn from the beam, the pivoted bar a, which is normally held down by the tension of the fabric, is lifted by a spring, thus liberating a spring sliding bar which operates a shifter to stop the apparatus.
Patent GB-189710305-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Foot Rests and Steps for Cycles.
Inventor: WOODWARD ALFRED HAVILAH
Filed: 1897-04-26
Granted: 1898-04-09
Abstract: 10,305. Woodward, A. H., and Glazebrook, W. I. April 26. Foot-rests; steps.-The Figures show foot-rests adapted to be secured to a bicycle lower frame member. In the form shown in Fig. 4, a clip comprising two halves a<2>, preferably formed from sheet metal, is placed round the cycle tube and is secured thereon by sleeves d<3> screwing on to the stems a<3>. India-rubber or the like tubes d<4> fit on the sleeves d', and are pressed against flanges d<2> on the tubes d<3>, by forcing split caps d<5> into the tubes d<3>. In a modification, shown in Fig. 11, the sleeves d<3> are replaced by U-shaped frames d carrying rubber pads and having their ends connected by rivets. These frames are screwed to the stems a<3>, adjusted to a suitable inclination and clamped in position by lock nuts c, as shown. Steps are formed by replacing the double clip a<2> by a single band as shown in Fig. 17.
Patent GB-189716849-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Games of Skill, and Apparatus therefor.
Filed: 1897-07-16
Granted: 1898-06-11
Abstract: 16,849. Grice & Co., G., and Grice, G. July 16. Games imitating quoits.-An imitation of the game of quoits is played with rings M and five pegs (three only, C, D, F being shown) secured to folding cross-bars A by elastic cords G attached to the cross-bars and to top buttons J. By this arrangement the cross-bars can be shut up like a pair of scissors and the pegs folded down for convenience of packing. The Provisional Specification describes a modification, in which cups and counters are used instead of pegs and rings, the game then being similar to 'tiddley winks.'
Patent GB-189719668-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Ash Pans.
Inventor: HARRIS JOHN
Filed: 1897-08-26
Granted: 1898-07-30
Abstract: 19,668. Harris, J. Aug. 26. Ashpans.-To the front of the pan is secured a plain or ornamental bar or moulding d of semicircular section as shown in Fig. 2. The upper edge of this bar is turned over the upper edge of the front, which is also turned over. In a modification, the bar or moulding is dispensed with, and the front is made of the section shown in Fig. 3.
Patent GB-189719955-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Sleeves or Sockets, chiefly designed for Simultaneously Connecting Globes, Reflectors, and the like to Electrical Incandescent Lamps.
Inventor: BARTENSTEIN CURT
Filed: 1897-08-30
Granted: 1898-08-30
Abstract: 19,955. Bartenstein, C. Aug. 30. Lamp shades, globes, reflectors, and holders therefor.-An adapter for holding a screwcapped electric incandescent lamp and a reflector, shade, or globe, in a plain holder, is constructed as shown in section. The cap d of the lamp is screwed into a tube b, attached to the adapter a, which fits the ordinary holder. An insulated bolt a makes the central connection. The reflector is clamped on the adapter by a flanged ring i, screwed on the tube b. The adapter a may be of the same size as the lamp cap, as shown, or the tube b may be of a size to receive a small capped lamp. The adapter may be modified for bayonet-joint lamps and holders, and the ring i may be secured by a bayonet-joint instead of a screw.
Patent GB-189721003-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of and Means for Repairing Gas, Water, and other Pipes and Mains.
Inventor: BARNETT ALFRED EARNEST
Filed: 1897-09-13
Granted: 1897-11-13
Abstract: 21,003. Barnett, A. E. Sept. 13. Stopping pipes and tubes.-Gas, water, and other pipes and mains are repaired by fitting over them a long socket or collar, composed of two flanged parts a and b provided with strengthening-webs g and secured together by bolts and nuts. The upper flange is furnished with a ridge fitting into a corresponding groove in the lower flange packed with lead or other suitable material. Each end of the socket is recessed and the joint is run in the usual manner. When a branch is required, the branch socket, which may form part of, or be separated from, the part a or b, projects inside the latter and fits into a hole in the main.
Patent GB-189725536-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or appertaining to Stop Cocks, Taps, and other Valves, and in Washers therefor.
Inventor: WATKINSON JOHN
Filed: 1897-11-03
Granted: 1898-09-03
Abstract: 25,536. Watkinson, J. Nov. 3. Special materials for valves and cocks.-Stop cocks and other valves or washers therefor are made with one or more of their wearing-surfaces of vegetable ivory. The ivory previous to use is soaked for a few hours in an oil or hydrocarbon.
Patent GB-189726335-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Lamp Pendants, Brackets, Candelabra, and the like.
Inventor: ERBER CARL
Filed: 1897-11-11
Granted: 1898-03-12
Abstract: 26,335. Erber, C. Nov. 11. Oil-lamp pendants consist of a number of castings with simple fastenings. The bowl-supporting cage L is cast with slots a, b into which ears or lugs on the arms A engage, and the bowl is fixed to these arms by the cross-shaped plate b<2> and screw b<3>. When no cage is used, the lamp bowl or reservoir may be attached to the screw b<3>, Fig. 5, forming part of the pendant. The upper portions of the arms are formed with clips e, Fig. 3<a>, which are pushed through slots in the globe-supporting ring and turned down. The chains K, Fig. 15, are formed of detachable links, of which a number of modifications are described. In Fig 11, the upper link has a recess k' and a T-shaped slot k<3> through which the head k<2> of the lower link is passed and afterwards turned down. In Fig. 12, the tongue k<5> of the lower link is passed through the slot k<3> in the upper link, and Fig. 13<a> shows a further modification in which the T-head k<2> when in place rests on the shoulder k<7>. The weight is in two parts m, m<1> flanged, drilled, and held together by the hooks m<2> of the flexible chains l passing over the pulleys n and secured to the chains K. Candelabra; candle sconces.-The arms A, Fig. 8, are formed with grooved lugs adapted to engage with the arms h of the single arms g, the compound part having grooves for the reception of the part g<2> which carries the arms g'. The candle holders j are formed with the arms g or g<1>, g<1> as one casting. Candle grease guards are formed with slots j<2> and lugs j<3>, and may be secured to the holders by split pins.
Patent GB-189726616-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Ball Valve for Cisterns, Boilers, and other purposes.
Inventor: ERRINGTON WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-11-15
Granted: 1898-10-15
Abstract: 26,616. Errington, W. Nov. 15. Lift valves ; self-closing valves and cocks.-The ball b of a valve for cisterns, boilers, &c. is lifted from its seat c by a lever arm a attached to a plug f, or other convenient means, which maintains a joint with the pipe i with or without packing. The plug also carries a lever arm e adapted to be depressed by hand or other means. On releasing the arm e, the valve is closed partly by its own weight and partly by the fluid pressure above it. If desired, the arm e may carry a float. Fig. 2 shows a tapered plug f, secured to a bearing g, a nut h being used to tighten it against the aperture in the pipe i.
Patent GB-189730569-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Direct-acting Engines.
Inventor: HOWL EDMUND
Filed: 1897-12-28
Granted: 1898-11-12
Abstract: 30,569. Howl, E., and Attwood, W. W. Dec. 28. Drawings to Specification. Steam pumps.-Consists of a design of cylindrical valve and valve-chest for effecting the distribution of the motive agent to the motor cylinder, and of means for ensuring the proper working of the valve by steam.
Patent GB-189803801-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Regeneration of Chromates or Bi-chromates from Waste Battery or other Liquors or from Chrome Alum or Sesqui Salts of Chromium.
Inventor: JOHNSON JAMES YATE
Filed: 1898-02-15
Granted: 1898-04-02
Abstract: 3801. Johnson, J. Y., [Dercum, H.]. Feb. 15. Waste, utilization of.-Regenerating sodium or potassium chromate or bichromate from battery residues. The free sulphuric acid is neutralized by milk of lime, and the remaining salt oxidized by bleaching-powder. The chromate or bichromate may be crystallized out, and purified by re-crystallization.
Patent GB-189805117-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sheet Metal Baths.
Inventor: SANKEY JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-03-02
Granted: 1899-01-14
Abstract: 5117. Sankey, J. W. March 2. Baths.- Baths are made of sheet iron or steel with a lining of copper, aluminium, &c. secured by electrodeposition or rolling pressure. A second lining may be similarly produced.
Patent GB-189806082-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Supports and Locking Apparatus for Bicycles.
Inventor: JACKSON JOSE
Filed: 1898-03-12
Granted: 1898-10-22
Abstract: 6082. Jackson, J. March 12. Locking - apparatus to prevent theft; supports for bicycles. A clip a fixed to the front fork or the frame supports a pivoted forked arm c which may be turned to engage one of the spokes of the wheel. The forked arm c is pivoted to a plate e and held in place by a spring b. A hinged support is pivoted to the rear fork of the bicycle. The support holds the bicycle in a slightly inclined position, and the forked arm c fixes the wheel by engaging one of the spokes. The hasp of a padlock may be passed through the holes in the ends of the forked arm to prevent theft. A chain may be used in place of the forked arm.
Patent GB-189812199-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and Apparatus for Charging Inclined Gas Retorts.
Inventor: GRAHAM MAURICE
Filed: 1898-05-31
Granted: 1898-12-03
Abstract: 12,199. Graham, M. May 31. Gas retorts.-Inclined retorts are charged from measuring hoppers e situated below supply hoppers d. The hopper e is provided above and below with slides a, a<1> connected to a pivoted lever f by links g. The slides are arranged so that, in the position shown, the lower one is open and the upper one shut ; in the middle position both are shut, and in the reverse position the top only is open. i, j is a rack and pawl arrangement for preventing the closure of the lower opening without it having been fully opened. The slides may be combined with the single or double flap arrangement described in Specification No. 2937, A.D. 1894, and when two flaps are employed they may act one after the other. k, k are adjusting-slides.
Patent GB-189820690-A (GB)
Title: Improved Method of Strengthening Boxes for Holding Bottles and the like.
Inventor: ROBINSON KATE
Filed: 1898-10-01
Granted: 1899-08-19
Abstract: 20,690. Robinson, K. Oct. 1. Boxes, strengthening.-Boxes for bottles and the like are strengthened by wire B which is let into a groove round the sides A, and is formed at intervals into loops which are passed through perforations in the sides and are secured on the inside by pins &c. C.
Patent GB-189821182-A (GB)
Title: A Combined Egg-opener and Egg-cup for Domestic and other Purposes.
Inventor: SIBBALD ELIZABETH BALLANTYNE S
Filed: 1898-10-08
Granted: 1899-08-26
Abstract: 21,182. Small [or Sibbald], E. B. Oct. 8. Egg cups.-Relates to an egg-opener to be fitted on an egg cup. One form of the arrangement is shown in section in Fig. 3. To one side R of the egg cup is hinged at A' a plate A. A lancet D is fixed to this plate at the lower end. The egg is placed in the bottom opening B of the egg cup, and the lancet is pressed through an aperture A<3> against the egg shell, which is then turned round till the top is cut off. In other forms, the hinge A' is dispensed with, the spring of the plate A being relied on. The lancet D may be replaced by a toothed wheel. The height of D is adjustable by means of screws and slots or otherwise. The egg cups may be made of aluminium and silver plated.
Patent GB-189821427-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Flushing or Cleansing Beer Pumps.
Inventor: KERSHAW JAMES
Filed: 1898-10-12
Granted: 1899-09-02
Abstract: 21,427. Kershaw, J., and Kershaw, W. Oct. 12. Cleaning pipes; couplings, disconnectible; hose, connecting to pipes.-Relates to means for cleansing beer pumps and pipes connected therewith. The suction-pipe b of the pump, and its nut g, are disconnected from the cask, and a nozzle of the form shown, carried on the end of a water-supply pipe d, is screwed into the nut g.
Patent GB-189827337-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gas Burners.
Inventor: MILLS BENJAMIN JOSEPH BARNARD
Filed: 1898-12-27
Granted: 1899-11-18
Abstract: 27,337. Mills, B. J. B., [Soc. Anon. des Fontaines Ó Gaz]. Dec. 27. Gas burners.-In burners for consuming low - pressure gases of variable composition, such as those obtained from the distillation of wood, the sectional area of the channels in the gas cock F and the supply pipes C is made greater than the total sectional area of the burner orifices, to prevent the low pressure of the gases from being further reduced. The air supply through the openings o in the burner body B is controlled or cut off by rotating a sleeve G provided with screws which work in grooved guides H in the body B. The air supply may, however, be arranged to enter through openings in the base B', in which case it is regulated by a rotary disc valve.
Patent GB-189906965-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Brakes of Railway Vehicles.
Inventor: LAYCOCK WILLIAM SAMUEL
Filed: 1899-04-01
Granted: 1899-11-25
Abstract: 6965. Laycock, W. S. April 1. Brakes.-The rocking shaft a is connected by the armsj and rod i to the usual brake shaft f, which operates the brake blocks m<1>, m<2>. The hand-levers d<2> work in guards p<2> provided with racks r, and the levers are made so as normally to spring away from the racks r. The brake is applied by depressing one of the levers d<2> and pulling it outwards into gear with the rack r. To release the brake, either lever d<2> is depressed, whereupon the lever on the other side is also depressed and springs away from its engaging rack. The Provisional Specification states that the invention may be used in combination with air or vacuum brakes, in the manner described in Specification No. 4072, A.D. 1898.
Patent GB-189907878-A (GB)
Title: Process for the Manufacture of Bricks, Building Blocks, and Ore Briquettes.
Inventor: RENSING HANS
Filed: 1899-04-14
Granted: 1899-06-02
Abstract: 7878. Rensing, H. April 14. Bricks; building-blocks.-Sand, slate dust, ashes, or silicious materials are mixed with half-slaked lime, and sufficient water is added to enable the mass to be moulded. On subjecting the articles to the action of steam under pressure in boilers for a few hours, the composition is converted into hard silicate of lime. Ore briquettes are produced by adding finely-divided ore or furnace dust to the mixture of lime and sand.
Patent GB-189915623-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Brace for Drilling and like Purposes.
Inventor: ELLIOT WILLIAM CHAMBERS
Filed: 1899-07-31
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 15,623. Elliot, W. C. July 31. Braces.-Relates to a reversible friction-ratchet brace. The socket A is formed with a grooved roller a<3>, above and below which are placed arms B, B<1>. The lever D is pivoted between the arms on a pin C ; its end d<1> is shaped to bite against the roller, and is formed with a head d' to keep it out of action on the return stroke. The lever may be taken out and reversed.
Patent GB-189920005-A (GB)
Title: Improved Split Pulley.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1899-10-05
Granted: 1899-11-11
Abstract: 20,005. Thompson, W. P., Mant, T., and Hahn, F. J.]. Oct. 5. Pulleys.-Relates to s p l i t pulleys of wood, metal, papier mÔchÚ, &c. The dividing plane is curved and inclined, so as to.form conical projections and recesses which fit together.
Patent GB-189923952-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Mirror.
Inventor: FENCHEL WILHELM KONRAD
Filed: 1899-12-01
Granted: 1900-01-06
Abstract: 23,952. Fenchel, W. K. Dec. 1. Looking-glasses and mirrors. - Relates to a divided toilet mirror. The two parts p are carried by screwed sockets n from arms k, m clamped at an angle by set-screws l. The arms k project from sockets h, which can slide on and be clamped to curved arms f, which are hinged at e to short arms g projecting from a socket c which can be clamped on a vertical a fixed by lugs b to a wall &c. The slides h can be moved on to the bars g, the two mirrors p then coming together and forming one mirror, while the arms f may be turned up on their hinges e out of the way.
Patent GB-189923972-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Coin Receiving Game and Coin-freed Delivery Apparatus.
Inventor: LEATHER CHARLES JAMES
Filed: 1899-12-01
Granted: 1900-12-01
Abstract: 23,972. Leather, C. J., and Hollanders, B. Dec. 1. Games played with projectors, coins, and targets.- The coin c is propelled along a channel C by a slide D, which is connected by a link C to an operative lever H. and is thus projected to a sector - shaped target F turning on a centre Q. The target is pierced by a number of slots f, through one of which the coin may be shot into a shoot f<1>, which leads to a prize delivery apparatus. The lever H is an arm extending from a vertical shaft J, which is turned by a handlever K to put a spring in tension. The acting stroke is made on pulling a trigger which holds a slide. The sectoral target is connected by a link P to the horizontal arm 0 of a bell-crank lever, of which the vertical arm is connected by a link N to an arm L<1> loose on the vertical shaft. A hook M upon this arm engages a fast shorter arm L, so that the target is raised when the handle K is used and, owing to the disengagement of the hook by a stop M<1>, is left resting upon a latch r at the end of a drawrod R. The draw-rod is pulled to let the target turn by gravity, and the trigger is pulled to shoot the coin.
Patent GB-190002806-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Apparatus for Melting and Roasting Raw Fats.
Inventor: MILLER FRANZ XAVER
Filed: 1900-02-12
Granted: 1900-03-24
Abstract: 2806. Miller, F. X. Feb. 12. Fats, melting. Fig. 1 shows a section of the apparatus, and Fig. 2 a cross-section of the carrier e. Raw fat is charged through the hopper d<1> into the cumpartments e<1> of the rotating carrier e, which is partly filled with water. Each compartment e<1> communicates with the interior w, and has a loose waterproof lining e' which distends against the side of the shaft d, on the side of the carrier that is moving upwards, to prevent the escape of fumes. The fat is heated in the cylinder a provided with a helical conveyer b, the motion of which is reversed when the fat accumulates at either end, by means of the driving-belts l, l<1> rdnning on the fast and loose pulleys m<2>, m<3> and m, m<1>. The fumes pass through the shaft i to a chimney, or through the shaft h' to a water trough. A tube or pipe worm f is attached for cooling purposes.
Patent GB-190004449-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Burning of Liquid Hydrocarbons, Gas and the like.
Filed: 1900-03-08
Granted: 1901-03-08
Abstract: 4449. Clarkson, T., and Clarkson and Capel Steam Car Syndicate. March 8. Vapour and gas burners. -Relates to burners employing the vapour of liquid hydrocarbons, gas, and the like, applicable for use in a large installation employed in heating, say, a steam generator. The vapour or gas is delivered through a nozzle, preferably from an independent vaporizer, into the flared mouth of an inducing-tube or mixing - chamber A, which is turned on itself to form a " burner box" A<2> having an inclined floor, as shown in Fig. 3. Air is also admitted at the mouth of the tube A, and the mixed air and vapour rise from the burner box A<2> through a series of rectangular orifices, each of which may be more or less closed by a cap C. Each cap is guided by end flanges and by side fingers B, between which the vapour and air escape. Both cap and flanges are protected by coatings of refractory material suitably secured in place. On the spindle of each cap is a distributer E consisting of a series of parallel gills or vanes upon a cross-piece, or of a perforated plate. The caps may be simultaneously raised and lowered by means of bellcrank levers, as shown in Fig. 3, or by wedges or cams. It is stated in the Provisional Specification that the arrangement may be modified to allow each cap to be independently adjusted. Air to support combustion is introduced through the tube T, Fig. 2, by means of a steam jet, a fan, or other means, and passes into the chamber T' below the burner box. Thence it escapes through side openings, as shown by arrows in the cross-section, Fig. 5, and passes up on each side of the burner orifices. By the side of the vapoursupply nozzle is a steamsupply nozzle, the admission to which is controlled by a screw-down valve R<5>, Fig. 2, operated preferably through spring connections by the lever L<6>, which actuates the capadjusting mechanism. The vapour nozzle is fitted with a chisel-pointed regulating-bar which is also adjusted by means of the same lever. This lever is operated by the handle-wheel Q and screw Q<1> through the medium of spring connections; it is fitted with a dash-pot, to prevent sudden movement. Air is admitted at the end of the tube A through a perforated disc valve fitted in the hinged door N'. When the valve is fully open, an increased supply of air may be admitted by opening the door. Reference is made to Specification No. 18,679, A.D. 1898, Nos. 9573 and 18,146, A.D. 1899, and No. 4447, A.D. 1900.
Patent GB-190010808-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Electric Arc Lamps.
Inventor: COUCHMAN HERBERT ARTHUR
Filed: 1900-06-14
Granted: 1901-04-20
Abstract: 10,808. Couchman, H. A. June 14. Lamps, actinic; printing.-An electric arc lamp, applicable for photographic printing, is provided with carbons having central or other cores of about one eighth their sectional area of hydraulic lime, or a mixture of lime and silicate of alumina ; the lime may be replaced by carbonate or sulphate of lime, or other mixtures of refractory and fluxing materials may be used. The cores are consumed at the same rate as the carbons, and give increased actinic effect.
Patent GB-190011992-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Process for Treating Potatoes for Food.
Inventor: FREUD ISADORE CENTENNIAL
Filed: 1900-07-03
Granted: 1900-09-08
Abstract: 11,992. Freud, I. C. July 3. Preparing flour and meal from potatoes.-Relates to a process for treating potatoes to obtain a flour for use in making bread, pastry, or soups. The potatoes are cleaned and peeled, bleached by means of sulphurous - acid gas, and then sliced and desiccated. The desiccated slices are ground into flour.