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Patent GB-189703236-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Stone Sawing and like Machines.
Inventor: LEROY AUGUSTE EDOUARD
Filed: 1897-02-06
Granted: 1898-03-05
Abstract: 3236. Leroy, A. E. Feb. 6. Sawing stone.-Sawing-machines are mounted on trucks &c. so that they can be moved over the blocks of stone lying in a yard. Fig. 1 shows a side view of a machine in which the frame V is mounted on trucks X, X<1>, being pivoted at z on one truck X and mounted to slide on the other so as to allow for angular adjustment with regard to the rails on which the trucks run. A vertical shaft F, in line with the pivot z, is driven by bevel gearing from the pulley p<1>, which may be worked off a line of belting. This shaft F in turn drives the reciprocating bars A through bevel gearing, crank discs D, and slots B. A rack bar H, sliding vertically on the bar A, gears with a pinion g on the axis of which is an eccentric pinion gearing with a curved rack m attached to the saw frame Z. The saw frame and racks are guided in saddles K, which is fed up or down on the vertical limbs of the frame Y. With this arrangement the saw frame is given a decreased speed at the ends of its travel, and it reciprocates in an inverse direction to the bar A to reduce vibration.
Patent GB-189708158-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Apparatus applicable to Evaporating, Concentrating, Distilling and Condensing Liquids.
Inventor: FOSTER JAMES
Filed: 1897-03-30
Granted: 1898-02-26
Abstract: 8158. Foster, J. March 30. Evaporators; condensers.-Relates to tubulai apparatus for evaporating, concentrating, distilling, and condensing liquids and vapours, and consists of special arrangements for feeding each tube with liquid and for withdrawing vapour from the top and bottom of the vessel. Fig. 1 shows one evaporator of multiple-effect apparatus provided with these arrangements. The liquid feed tube A has a number of vertical outlets A', which lead into chambers A<2> in the bottom of which is a conical projection a, which directs the liquid towards the pipes b<1>, which feed the tubes b, which are preferably of the kind described in Specification No. 3118, A.D. 1895. Each chamber A<2> preferably supplies two rows of pipes. To the bottom and top of the evaporator are bolted separate chambers B<2>, C for collecting the vapours from the top and bottom of the vessel respectively. The vapours pass through the pipes c, c<2> to the pipe c<3> leading to the next evaporator or to the condenser.
Patent GB-189712773-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Temporary Binders.
Inventor: HUTCHINS FRANK DOUGLAS
Filed: 1897-05-24
Granted: 1897-07-17
Abstract: 12,773. Hutchins, F. D. May 24. Filing papers. - The sheet-metal piece 1, Fig. 5, is secured to the covers 2, Fig. 2, by suitable projections. Clamping-pieces 3, 4 are hinged to the piece 1, and are held in position by means of a spiral spring 8. The sheets B are perforated and passed over notched bars, against the upper ends of which the clamping-pieces 3, 4 are held by the spring 8. Slight modifications in the details are described.
Patent GB-189718223-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Valves for Steam, Water, Acids, or the like.
Inventor: FARNSWORTH ERNEST RICHARD
Filed: 1897-08-05
Granted: 1898-07-02
Abstract: 18,223. Farnsworth, E. R. Aug. 5 Lift valves; corrosion-resisting valves. -The Figure shows a plug lift valve for steam, water, acids, &c., in which the plug C is composed of a metallic alloy, or soft metal such as lead, capable o f resisting the corrosion due to acids &c., and is removably attached to the spindle D to enable it to be readily replaced or refaced, and to facilitate the refacing of its seat.
Patent GB-189721750-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Car Ventilating, Heating, and Cooling.
Inventor: HUGHES SAM
Filed: 1897-09-22
Granted: 1897-11-13
Abstract: 21,750. Hughes, S. Sept. 22 Ventilating; h e a t - ing; cooling.-A vertical section and plan are shown. As the car moves to the left, air enters the hood A and passes down the pipe B, being heated or cooled as required by the coil L. It then deposits its dust in the tank C, and ascends through the screens E and pipe G to the converging duct H and thence through openings I and screens K to the car. While this operation is going on, the vacuum caused in the hood A<1> by the motion of the car causes air to be withdrawn from the car through the duct H<1> and pipes G<1>, B<1>.
Patent GB-189730137-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means and Appliances connected with the Driving of Cycles.
Inventor: ZOBEL GUSTAVE ADOLPH
Filed: 1897-12-20
Granted: 1898-02-19
Abstract: 30,137. Zobel, G. A. Dec. 20. Driving-mechanism for bicycles, tricycles, &c. The Figures show the invention applied to a bicycle. The cranks A, fixed on the pedal-crank axle B, are stepped at D to form smaller cranks, which are connected by wires or rods E to cranks E<1> on the driving-wheel axle F. Speed gear may be arranged in the hub G, if desired. The two parts of the cranks A are not arranged in the same straight line.
Patent GB-189809393-A (GB)
Title: Improved Chainless Bicycle with Rigid or Folding Frame.
Inventor: BERGERON MARTIAL
Filed: 1898-04-23
Granted: 1899-03-04
Abstract: 9393. Bergeron, M. 0 c t. 25, A.D. 1897, [date claimed under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Ball bearings for cycles. The driving- wheel hub is mounted on its axle o in ball bearings which comprise cups n, y, screwed to the hub, ball x<1>, and cones c<1>, d' secured to the axle o, and connected together by a sleeve c<1> as shown.
Patent GB-189810047-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Apparatus used in Displaying Pictures upon Transparent Films.
Inventor: MOY ERNEST FRANCIS
Filed: 1898-05-02
Granted: 1899-03-18
Abstract: 10,047. Moy, E. F., and Harrison, G. H. May 2. Magic-lanterns.-In order to preserve, in auimatographic apparatus, the films from damage by heat when they are moving slowly or are stationary, means are provided for automatically closing the aperture through which the heat and light pass. When the films are moving at their normal rate, the aperture is unobstructed. Figs. 1, 2, and 4 show modifications of the means employed. In Fig. 1, the boss a of the main driving-wheel or handle b is shown as provided with a groove and the driving-spindle with a pin d which works therein. As soon as the normal speed is attained, the spindle slides longitudinally and raises the shutter e to the position shown in dotted lines. On a diminution of speed, the coiled spring f returns the spindle, with the consequent dropping of the shutter. In the arrangement depicted in Fig. 2, the actuating-spindle C is provided with a friction clutch b<1>, which on partially rotating operates the spindle. In Fig. 4, the flying out of governor balls i effect the desired end. In place of the spring f, the governor may be fitted with spring arms. The shutter may be divided so that, on its two halves separating, the aperture is exposed. The screen is preferably made of mica.
Patent GB-189817591-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Arc Lamps.
Filed: 1898-08-15
Granted: 1899-06-02
Abstract: 17,591. Lake, H. H., [Compagnie de l'Industrie Electrique]. Aug. 15. Arc lamps.-Brake-regulating mechanism, for use with continuous or alternating current, is constructed as shown. The carbon-holders are hung by cords from opposite sides of pulleys on a shaft g, the upper holder being heavier. A larger pulley b on the same shaft is surrounded by a cord attached at its ends to a spring a and to a pulley f on a second shaft, which carries a shuttle or other armature A in the field of an electromagnet M. The armature has no commutator, its rotation being limited. The extension of the spring a is limited by a stop a', and the rotation of the second shaft by an arm l and stop p. The magnet M is differentially wound, the coil on one limb being connected in parallel with the carbons, and that on the other in series. The armature A may be in series or parallel ; or it may consist of a bar without a winding. Current passing through the carbons tends to turn the armature in opposition to the spring, and to separate the carbons ; separation may occur at any time if deposited carbon shortens the arc.
Patent GB-189819369-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Apparatus for Generating and Utilizing Gas, such as Acetylene.
Inventor: BOSS JULIAN
Filed: 1898-09-12
Granted: 1898-10-29
Abstract: 19,369. Boss, J. Sept. 12. Acetylene.-Relates to apparatus for generating and utilizing gas such as acetylene, and consists of arrangements which permit of the generator being charged and of the gas being generated without admixture of air and without becoming heated. Water is supplied by a cock F to a chamber C, and thence passes by a pipe J into a generator B, from which it rises by a valve B<a> into the bell A, the air in these chambers being driven out through a cock S in the top of the bell. Water also passes from the charging-chamber D to the tank a by a cock d until the level W is reached. The cocks d and F are then closed, and the cover E of the chamber D is removed. The charge of gas-producing material is inserted through the chamber D, and the cover E is quickly replaced. The gas produced rises by the valve B<a> into the bell A, and, when the residual air has been expelled, the cock S is closed. The bell now becomes charged with gas, which is drawn off for use through the condensing-worm A<a> and cock M. The bottom of the generator is made sloping, so that, when the door E<a> is removed, the bye-products of the reaction are swept out by the water. On replacing the door E<a>, the generator B is recharged with water and with gas-generating material as before. The chamber C is fitted with a wash-out cock H and with a cleansing-door C<a> for occasional use.
Patent GB-189819518-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Acetylene Lamps.
Inventor: MARSHALL GEORGE
Filed: 1898-09-14
Granted: 1899-09-14
Abstract: 19,518. Marshall, G. Sept. 14. Acetylene lamps; velocipede lamps.-A cardboard or other inexpensive carbide cartridge is telescopically mounted upon the water chamber c before this chamber is screwed into the lantern a. The cottonor other wick d<6> is supported by a rod k, and the conduction of thewaterto the carbide may be facilitated by lining the inner walls of the cartridge with blotting-paper. The gas escapes through the perforated cap d<3> to the burner tube e, and a safety escape device b may be provided in the crown a' of the lantern. The invention may be adapted to lamps other than the cycle lamp shown and described.
Patent GB-189825932-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Coat and Vest Holders.
Inventor: AXENE DAVID WILLHELM
Filed: 1898-12-08
Granted: 1899-01-14
Abstract: 25,932. Axene, D. W. Dec. 8. Suspenders f o r articles of dress.- Relates to an appliance on which coats and waistcoats can be placed when not in wear and which can be folded up compactly w h e n not in use. As shown in perspective view i n Fig. 1 and in an extended condition in Fig. 2, it is made in the shape of a waistcoat, and consists of four sections 1, 1, 2, 2 of cardboard hinged together by strips 3 of textile fabric and adapted to be fastened together by bent-over metal plates 7 inserted through slots 11. The loops 12 serve for suspending the appliance.
Patent GB-189901746-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Food Preparations.
Inventor: BOUSFIELD WILFRID LYNDON
Filed: 1899-01-25
Granted: 1899-11-25
Abstract: 1746. Bousfield, W. L., Duncan, J. M., and Shortridge, L. Jan. 25. Food for animals.-Oatmeal, lentil meal, linseed meal, fenugreek, locust meal, bean meal, pea meal, and maize are finely ground and mixed with aniseed, carraway, liquorice, sulphur, salt, gentian root, and cummin seed, and made into a dough with water and the blood of horses, bullocks, pigs, sheep, &c. The mass is cooked or desiccated, and a meal is ohtained which is used as food for horses, cattle, pigs, poultry, game, &c., and, with the addition of a considerable quantity of spice, for sheep.
Patent GB-189902231-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Apparatus for the Manufacture of Artificial or Patent Fuel.
Inventor: FINLAYSON FREDERICK EUGENE
Filed: 1899-02-01
Granted: 1900-01-27
Abstract: 2231. Finlayson, F. E., and Cory, C Feb. 1. Pug - mills. - In the manufacture of artificial fuel, the materials are mixed in a p u gmill or chamber A, beneath which is a heating-chamber B. The materials pass from the chamber A into the heating-chamber B through an aperture A' provided with an adjustable slide A<3>. A central shaft C carries a number of heaters A<4> within the chamber A, and a series of discs D arranged beneath scrapers D'secured to the heating-chamber B, and formed with radial apertures allowing the fuel to be fed towards a discharge pipe B<2>. Hot gases pass into the chamber B through a pipe B<1>, and escape through a pipe B<3>. Steam is introduced into the chamber A through apertures A<1>.
Patent GB-189902502-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Purification of Coal Gas.
Inventor: MCDOUGALL ARTHUR
Filed: 1899-02-03
Granted: 1899-12-23
Abstract: 2502. McDougall, A. Feb. 3. Hydrogen; sulphur.-Sulphur is removed from gas by means of solutions of the persalts of iron, manganese, or chromium. These solutions descend from a tank F through subdivided scrubbers B, and meet the rising gas. The sulphur is removed in a free state, and is separated either by settling in the tank I or by filtering in the press K. The persalts in solution are converted to protosalts in the scrubber, but are revivified by electrolysis in the tank M, hydrogen being evolved and collected for use in various ways. The revivified solution is collected m the vessel V, and is pumped into the tank F. The electrolytic cell is divided into connected channels, containing electrodes of platinized carbon, platinum, or lead.
Patent GB-189907055-A (GB)
Title: A Machine or Apparatus for Rounding Spun Leather Laces.
Inventor: OLDERSHAW SAMUEL
Filed: 1899-04-04
Granted: 1899-07-29
Abstract: 7055. Oldershaw, S. April 4. Belts and bands.-Relates to apparatus for rounding leather laces. A pair of knives B, B' are used which have semicircular or other grooves D<1> as shown in Fig. 2. The lace L is placed on the lower knife B<1>, which is fixed, and the upper knife is brought down on to it by operating a handle or treadle. When the knives have thus been closed, the lace is drawn through so that its edges are shaved off. The form of the knives and the means for supporting them may be varied.
Patent GB-189915060-A (GB)
Title: Improved Folding Crate.
Inventor: GRIMWADE SIDNEY RICHARD
Filed: 1899-07-21
Granted: 1900-05-19
Abstract: 15,060. Grimwade, S. R. July 21. Crates.-The several parts of the crate, which is adapted to fold, are formed of longitudinal and cross bars, as shown in the case of the bottom A, Fig. 2. The sides B, B<1> and the ends C, C' are hinged to the bottom by means of loops b<4>, c<4> respectively, the loops c<4> being larger or longer than the loops b<4> to permit the ends to be folded over one of the sides, which is folded over the bottom, the other side being folded under the bottom. The sides and ends are secured together by bolts and nuts, as shown, and the bolts may be hooked. To strengthen the parts, the top bars of the ends may be prolonged at c' to engage in recesses in the top bars of the sides.
Patent GB-189917086-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Furniture or Fittings for Belts and Bands for Personal Wear.
Inventor: SPITTLE GEORGE FREDERICK
Filed: 1899-08-23
Granted: 1900-04-14
Abstract: 17,086. Spittle, G. F. Aug. 23. Hook fastenings; clasp fastenings.- Relatesto clasps for belts &c. One end of the belt is secured to a loop c, to the other side of which is pivoted a curved plate a<1> provided with a curved hook a<2>, adapted to engage in a slot b<2> formed in a plate b<1>, pivoted to a second loop secured to the other end of the belt. Fig. 4 shows the clasp when closed. It is opened by lifting the plate a, as shown in Fig. 6. The hook and eye may be of any suitable form ; thus the hook may be formed by extending the bend a<3> of the plate and then turning it up at the end.
Patent GB-189917621-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Appliances for Securing and Strengthening Folding or Collapsible Boxes.
Inventor: BRUMBY ROBERT WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-08-31
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 17,621. Brumby, R. W., and Clarke, S. Aug. 31. Folding-boxes of cardboard &c. are strengthened and secured or fastened by metal clips, which may be formed as shown in Figs. 1, 4, or 5. The end or ends A are inserted in slits C or in slits C, C', and secured by bending, Fig. 2. When the box is set up, the parts are secured by turning down the flaps B as shown in Fig. 3.
Patent GB-189917794-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Method of Forming Sloping Roads or Footways, Subways, Passages, and the like.
Inventor: KAY ALFRED ROBERT
Filed: 1899-09-04
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 17,794. Kay, A. K. Sept. 4. Bricks, blocks, and tiles for sloping roads, footways, passages, subways, &c. The footway is built up of wood blocks or tiles or metal plates, so that there are a series of sloping channels a with abrupt rises a', to give a foothold. The blocks may have bevelled surfaces, to produce this or an equivalent form.
Patent GB-189919720-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and in connection with Lock Bolts.
Inventor: DUGMORE VINCENT
Filed: 1899-10-02
Granted: 1900-10-02
Abstract: 19,720. Dugmore, V. Oct. 2. Locks, key. - The bolt head a and tail b are made separately, and, if desired, of different metals, the tail being secured in a recess formed in the head. The stump c is formed on a separate piece d, and passes through a hole in the bolt. The tail of the piece d is slotted to ride on the fixed stump. A method of making the caps or covers of cabinet locks &c. is described in the Provisional Specification.
Patent GB-190001818-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Water Tube Boilers.
Inventor: REUSING FRITZ
Filed: 1900-01-29
Granted: 1900-03-31
Abstract: 1818. Reusing, F. Jan. 29. Water-tube boilers.-Two flat transverse water chambers are connected together by horizontal water tubes D, and one of them opens into the steam drum A. From each side of the steam drum branch large pipes E to which are connected elongated chambers G. Inclined or vertical water tubes K connect the upper parts of the chambers G with lower chambers J, from which also tubes H pass to the lower parts of the chambers G. In the spaces between the chambers G and the tubes K are furnace grates N, and the gases from the fires therecn pass among the tubes K, being deflected by the partitions 0 and P, to the space traversed by the tubes D, below which there may or may not be a third, central furnace L. Thence the gases pass to the uptake. The water and steam space is fitted with partitions, causing the water to circulate as shown by arrows. When no central furnace is required, the chambers J, J are united, and the central tube space is reduced accordingly.
Patent GB-190002146-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means applicable for use in the Desulphurisation of Sulphuretted Hydrogen.
Inventor: DEWRANCE JOHN
Filed: 1900-02-02
Granted: 1901-01-05
Abstract: 2146. Dewrance, J., and Paul, J. H. Feb. 2. Purifying gases.-Relates to a method of desulphurizing sulphuretted hydrogen in coal or other gas. Sawdust or an equivalent porous material is saturated with a solution of some ferric salt, such as the sulphate or chloride. This saturated material is then treated with ammonia or ammoniacal liquor, or with a hydrate of an alkaline earth (in the latter case in conjunction with ferric chloride). The ferric salt is thus decomposed, sulphate or chloride of ammonia or the other base and hydrated oxide of iron being the result. The ammonia or other salt is then washed out, and the sawdust impregnated with the oxide of iron used in purifiers to desulphurize the sulphuretted hydrogen. Water and ferrous sulphide are thus formed. When saturated the material is removed, moistened to prevent combustion, and exposed to the atmosphere, where the iron absorbs oxygen and gives up the sulphur. The material may again be used in the purifier until the amount of sulphur absorbed reaches a certain standard. Instead of ferric sulphate or chloride, ferrous salts may be substituted, in which case the material, after being washed, should be exposed to the atmosphere or otherwise oxygenated before being used in the purifier.
Patent GB-190002940-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Clip for Holding Measures or like Vessels under a Tap.
Inventor: PAYTON FREDERICK ERNEST CHARLE
Filed: 1900-02-14
Granted: 1901-01-26
Abstract: 2940. Payton, F. E. C. Feb. 14. Measured quantities, delivering.-A c l i p f o r carrying a measure or similar vessel under a tap is shown in the Figure. The vessel A is pivoted to the arms of the clip B, which is connected by a swivelling-joint to a connecting-piece C which can be adjustably secured to the tap.
Patent GB-190003501-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Alarums.
Inventor: HILL WALTER CHARLES
Filed: 1900-02-22
Granted: 1900-11-24
Abstract: 3501. Hill, W. C. Feb. 22. Electric bells; gongs.-The parts of the alarum are contained in an airtight casing so that it can be used in a damp or dusty atmosphere in mines, ships, chemical works, &c. Sound is produced by the adjustable hammer F striking against the sides B of the casing or diaphragms attached thereto. When an alternating current from a magnetoelectric machine is employed, the armature E is mounted inside a coil D between the poles n, s of a permanent magnet C. If a continuous current is used, the hammer is operated by an electromagnet fitted with a make-and-break arrangement.
Patent GB-190003601-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Cloth applicable for Soldiers' Clothes, Overcoats, and other Garments.
Inventor: PENNY JOHN ARTHUR
Filed: 1900-02-23
Granted: 1900-12-08
Abstract: 3601. Penny, J. A. Feb. 23. Mixed fabrics. - A strong durable cloth for soldiers' clothes, overcoats, and other garments is woven with a close twill face of cotton or linen warp, resembling a drill or serge, and a soft absorbent back of woollen or worsted weft. The face may be treated chemically to make it waterproof, and the back may be raised.
Patent GB-190004058-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Centrifugal Apparatus for Raising Water or the like.
Inventor: JOERGENSEN PETER
Filed: 1900-03-02
Granted: 1900-04-07
Abstract: 4058. J÷rgensen, P., and Polusen, C. March 2. Screw pumps; raising liquids by centrifugal force.-A conical casing a, fitted with one or more internal helical flanges g, is mounted to rotate rapidly with its smaller end under the liquid to be raised. The liquid, raised partly by the flange g and partly by centrifugal force, is discharged into a receiver c.
Patent GB-190007570-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines or Apparatus for Turning Leaves of Music Books and the like.
Inventor: SAYERS JACOB
Filed: 1900-04-24
Granted: 1901-04-20
Abstract: 7570. Sayers, J. April 24. Leaf - turners, - On the base a of a desk are arranged guides b, b, on which slides a bar c having a projection o and a slot n in which works a pin m, which can be placed under the leaf to be turned. A hook d on the slide e, capable of moving in guides f, can engage the projection o. The slide e is connected by cords g, h to a band i having holes to engage pins on the wheel j, to which is connected a pedal k. By moving the pedal k to the left, the slide e is moved to the right, till the parts d, o engage. On releasing the pedal, a spring brings it back, and the bar c is moved to the left, carrying a leaf over with it. Any number of bars c can be used, being operated in succession to turn over the leaves.