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Patent GB-190009988-A (GB)
Inventor: MONACO GUISEPPE DEL
Filed: 1900-05-30
Granted: 1901-05-04
Abstract: 9988. Del Monaco, G. May 30. Signalling and communicating between trains ; signals on engines etc.; contacts, electric and mechanical; electric generators operated bypassing trains.-Consists of an electric signalling- appliance for preventing collisions between two trains approaching each other on the same line. The apparatus, Figs. 1 and 2, is contained in a box a, provided with a fixed cover b, and with two movable balf-covers b<1>, b<2>, which can be forced apart, against the action of the springs b<6>, to uncover the slot or recess b<3> in the fixed cover b. The half-covers are intended to exclude rain or dust, and are opened by a spring-controlled bar C on the engine engaging one or other of the levers f<1>, f, which are provided with tappets h<1>, h bearing against their respective halves of the cover, the two halves being suitably connected so that the movement of one of them effects the movement of the other. The levers f<1>, f are connected by pitch chains d<1>, d to spiral springs e', e, the pitch chains passing round chain-wheels A, which are geared by pawl and ratchet mechanism and the gear train z<1> to the armature C of an electric inductor. The inductor is operated on the return movement of the lever f<1> or f, after the latter has been displaced by the bar C on the engine, the current so generated passing by the line wire 11 &c. through the electromagnets i, i<1> of the next apparatus, which, by their armatures l, l<1> and pawls m, m<1>, advance the rack-bars r, r<1> into the recess b<3>, so locking the revolving cross-shaped pieces s, s<1>. If another engine passes over the apparatus so locked, the bar C opens the half-covers of the apparatus, and the lever D, Fig. 5, connected to the whistle of the engine, in passing through the slot b<3>, is tripped by the pieces s, s<1>, so as to sound the whistle. The lever D also deflects the double tappet v, as shown in Fig. 4, so releasing the pawls m, m<1> and allowing the bars r, r<1> to be returned by their springs t to normal position. If the pieces s, s<1> have not been locked, they are simply rotated by the lever D without operating the latter. The movement of one of the levers f <1>, f by the bar C of an engine operates two switches U' and V, or U and V<1>, the switch U<1> or U cutting out the electromagnet i<1> or i of that apparatus, while the switch V or V<1> closes the return earth. connection 14 or 14<a> from the next apparatus.
Patent GB-190010794-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in the Construction of Open Carriages and similar Road Vehicles.
Inventor: ROMEISER WILHELM
Filed: 1900-06-13
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 10,794. Romeiser, W. June 13. Bodies.-In open pleasure carriages, coaches, and like vehicles, the body framing consists of tubes a connected and stiffened by thin sheet-metal plates p.
Patent GB-190012395-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Gravitation Concentrator for Ores and Slimes.
Inventor: SMETHURST WILLIAM
Filed: 1900-07-09
Granted: 1901-10-09
Abstract: 12,395. Smethurst, W. July 9. Washing ores.-A table j is adjustably mounted on a frame a, to which is given a reciprocating motion with a quick forward movement and a slow return. This movement may be produced by the slotted lever g and disc e. The frame is supported by cords b so as to be adjustable in height, and is fitted with rods d of ash or the like to give an elastic connection. The table j is formed with grooves l, and the material is washed off by the water jets into a trough having compartments p, p<5> to receive the various grades of concentrates. The water supply pipe may be jointed at r so as to suit the table.
Patent GB-190015215-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Form of Combination of Letter-card with a Reply-card, and the Safe guarding of the Latter from Misuse.
Inventor: RATTRAY ARTHUR
Filed: 1900-08-27
Granted: 1900-11-24
Abstract: 15,215. Rattray, A. Aug. 27. Letter - cards; postcards. - The letter-card A is combined with a postcard B, which is folded inside and serves for the reply. Suitable rows of perforations and gummed edges are provided.
Patent GB-190018607-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Air Valves for Pneumatic Tyres and similar Purposes.
Inventor: CARTWRIGHT JABEZ
Filed: 1900-10-18
Granted: 1901-09-14
Abstract: 18,607. Cartwright, J., and Underhill, G. B. Oct. 18. Tyres, pneumatic. -Relates to a valve which is opened and closed respectively by screwing on and off the nozzle of the inflator. The externally screwthreaded valve casing A is secured to the air tube by the head a<1>, and is provided at the opposite end with a cap F, which holds the tube D within the casing A so that an airtight joint is made between them by means of the rubber ring d<2>. The projecting stem B, which screws into the tube D, bears against the rubber ring e', and is provided with a shoulder b<3>, which bears against the flange on the cap F. The stem B has an inner flange b<4>, on which rests the T-head p<3> of the valve spindle P, which is provided at its inner end with an enlarged part p<2> and a rubber washer p<1>. The screw threads on the external part and on the enlarged part of the stem B are of the same hand, so that screwing the nozzle N of the inflator on to the stem B rotates the stem in the tube D, and releases the valve spindle to act as a non-return valve. Inside the nozzle is a cylinder n<2>, which fits within the stem B. The dust cap H is formed like a split pin and fits within the stem. The rubber ring e<1> may be held in position by a metal sleeve E.
Patent GB-190023500-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Window Blinds and Laths therefor.
Inventor: TEBBUTT FREDERICK
Filed: 1900-12-22
Granted: 1901-11-23
Abstract: 23,500. Tebbutt, F. Dec. 22. Window blinds.-Instead of inserting the bottom lath, of holland or other roller window blinds, into a pocket as usual, two laths A, B are secured together over the lower edge of the material. The lower edge of the blind is preferably attached to the flat face of one of the laths, the material of the blind being then passed over the outer face of this lath, or it may be folded over and between both in any of several ways described. An ornamental cord f may be placed in a fold of the material at the base of the laths, and a lace or frilling E may be attached to the laths, as shown in Fig. 2.
Patent GB-190109482-A (GB)
Title: Improved Fabrics and Process of Manufacturing the same.
Inventor: MILLS BENJAMIN JOSEPH BARNARD
Filed: 1901-05-07
Granted: 1902-05-07
Abstract: 9482. Mills, S. J. B., [Mugnier, J.]. May 7. Ornamenting fabric.-Fabrics, resembling in appearance tulle, gauze, crape, muslin, or other light fabrics, are made by discharging streams, or threads of a hot, viscous material, upon a support formed of a series of parallel threads stretched across a framing, which is mounted upon a carriage travelling beneath a perforated vat containing the viscous material. When the material has been deposited in a direction across the supporting- threads, a further deposition of the material is made in the direction of these threads, the vat being mounted upon a small travelling carriage for this purpose. The fabric thus produced is finally removed from the threads of the framing. The process may also be employed for decorating ordinary fabrics, the viscous material being deposited, if desired, simultaneously with various colours. The viscous material may be formed of gelose, water, borax, gluten, alcohol, gelatine, and glycerine. Lichenine, pectine, extract of carrageen, and cerasin, may be used instead of gelose. A compound fabric may be obtained by placing between pieces of the new fabric, textile material, or other materials insoluble in water, for the purpose of forming designs.
Patent GB-190111764-A (GB)
Title: Improved Machine for Applying Pasted-on Corner Pieces to Book Backs, Mounting Boards and the like.
Inventor: ROEMER BRUNO
Filed: 1901-06-08
Granted: 1901-07-27
Abstract: 11,764. R÷mer, B. June 8. Bookbinding.-Relates to a treadle machine for applying corner pieces of pasted linen, paper, leather, &c. to book backs, mounting-boards for maps, calendars, &c., and like boards. The material g is taken from a roll and through an ordinary pasting-device to feed-rolls c, d, the latter of which is concave, and is then cut by shears comprising an upper blade e held to a lower blade by a spring, not shown. The book-back &c. is placed against guiding-edges 4, 5 of a hinged plate 3, which is normally held in an inclined position by a spring 6. A plunger 9, operated by a cam 11 and a bell-crank lever 10, serves to press the back against the strip simultaneously with the shearing operation, the blade e being linked to the lever 10. The lower roll d derives motion from an arm 27 of the plunger 9, a rod 28 being attached at its upper end to the arm 27, and formed at its lower end as a rack gearing with a pinion 29 on a disc 30, which is loose on the shaft of the roll, and carries a pawl 32 engaging a ratchet-wheel 33 fast on the shaft of the roll. Regulating-nuts 26 are provided on the rod 28. The strip is folded over the back by plates h, i hinged to levers 18 oscillated under the action of cams 20, 21 and rollers 19 carried by the levers.
Patent GB-190112776-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mechanism for Operating the Beds of Cylinder Printing Presses.
Inventor: ROCKSTROH WILHELM MAX
Filed: 1901-06-22
Granted: 1901-07-27
Abstract: 12,776. Rockstroh, W. M. June 22. Cylinder machines with plane printing-surfaces.- Relates to means for operating the reciprocating bed. At right-angles to the plane of the bed g are two shafts having sprocket-wheels b, b<1> on which an endless chain e -runs. The chain is driven by gearing such as c, c<1> and pulleys d &c. A pin f on one of the links of the chain is connected by a rod i to a pin h on the bed g. The guides k, k<1> for the bed, and the cylinder l and liking-rollers m, are of usual form.
Patent GB-190115575-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Method of Pinning Wood-block Paving and Wood Floors in general
Inventor: COOLEY HORATIO
Filed: 1901-08-01
Granted: 1902-07-10
Abstract: 15,575. Cooley, H. Aug. 1. Wood-block paving; blocks, connecting. - Double pointed pins for connecting wood paving and flooring blocks are formed with two or more central radial arms, which are bent and sharpened in opposite directions at the ends, to enter the wood.
Patent GB-190122523-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Studs for Wearing Apparel.
Inventor: RIESLE ADOLF
Filed: 1901-11-08
Granted: 1902-05-22
Abstract: 22,523. Riesle, A. Nov. 8. Studs and solitaires.-Jewelled and other studs comprise a base c and socket b, with a short internal screw thread a, and a head and shank d with a screw tip e, which is worked through and beyond the thread a.
Patent GB-190123475-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sanitary Pipe Machines.
Inventor: SMITH WALTER JOHN
Filed: 1901-11-20
Granted: 1902-07-10
Abstract: 23,475. Smith, W. J., and Staley, J. Nov. 20. Moulding pipes.- The end thrust of the vertical screw shaft D of a sanitary pipe extrusion machine is transmitted through balls E arranged between races A', B<1> which are fixed to the frame A and shaft D with spaces between them to allow for wear.
Patent GB-190202280-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tobacco Stripping Rolls
Inventor: HAVENS JOSEPH GOODENOUGH
Filed: 1902-01-28
Granted: 1902-03-06
Abstract: 2280. Havens, J. G. Jan. 28. Tobacco.-Relates to tobacco-leaf stripping-rolls for machines of the kind described in Specification No. 19,924, A.D. 1901. The rolls 3, 4 are provided with grooves 5, separated by ribs 6 preferably formed with rounded edges. The grooves 5 are made with cutting-surfaces 7 consisting of a number of projecting teeth or the like.
Patent GB-190208041-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spinning Machines.
Inventor: ALEXANDER DAVID
Filed: 1902-04-07
Granted: 1903-04-07
Abstract: 8041. Alexander, D., and Napier, J. L. April 7. Spindle apparatus. - A spindle G, mounted in ball bearings in the lifting-rail, is provided with a bottle-shaped flyer A, through which the yarn is passed to the spindle, as indicated in dotted lines. The flyer is driven by a band and wharl C, and the spindle is dragged round by the tension of the yarn, the drag on the spindle being regulated by mounting on the spindle a disc H of copper &c. and causing it to rotate in a magnetic field of varying intensity, according to the diameter of the particular part of the cop chase on which the winding is taking place. The magnetic field is created by electromagnets I<1>, I<2>, into the circuit of which various resistances are introduced as the lifting-rail rises and falls. Within the circuit is a contact-piece d, which is made to oscillate over a resistance box e as the lifting-rail rises and falls by means of the mechanism shown in Fig. 6, the resistance box itself being also gradually rotated with each intermittent rise of the lifting-rail, so as to bring into operation a fresh series of resistances corresponding with the varying diameters of the cop, as the latter is built up. The rise and fall of the lifting-lever P operated by the heart cam is caused, by means of rollers X<2> on a frame W, to oscillate a lever Y carrying a toothed sector a for operating the contact-piece d ; and the intermittent winding up of the building-chain M is caused to rotate a shaft S carrying two cams T', T<2>, of which T<1>, by means of the system of levers shown, is caused to move the frame W and rollers X', so as to alter the throw of the lever Y, while the cam T<2>, bv means of the lever g and rod h, is caused to alter the position of the resistance box. In a modification, mechanism similar to that above described is caused to vary the amount of a liquid resistance through which the current passes. A method is described of indicating by means of curves the relation between current strengths or resistances, the speeds of the spindles, and the varying diameters of the cops.
Patent GB-190211002-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Rotary Tipplers.
Inventor: BRANFOOT GILBERT STURDY
Filed: 1902-05-13
Granted: 1903-04-09
Abstract: 11,002. Branfoot, G. S. May 13. Tipping-apparatus.-Relates to end tipplers, and consists in giving the tub a complete rotation, and of improved tippler apparatus. In one arrangement, the teeming or emptying of the tub is effected in an upper tippler a, Fig. 1, and the return of the tub to upright position in a lower tippler h, into which the empty tub runs from the upper tippler. Each tippler has two sets of rails b, c, d, e and i, j, k, l, used alternately, and a ratchet-wheel o and weighted pawl to prevent the tippler from running back from either of its two positions. The upper tippler has weighted stops m, and the lower similar stops r, s. The tipplers are rotated by the overbalancing weight of the tubs themselves. In a modification, Fig. 4, the complete rotation is effected in one tippler, which is rotated positively. The clutch 1, through which the tippler is driven, is opened automatically on the completion of one revolution by the release of a catch lever 8 by a pin 11. Spring stops 12, controlled by a pedal 14, prevent the running back of the tub.
Patent GB-190217438-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Explosion Engines.
Inventor: SMITH FREDERICK HUGH
Filed: 1902-08-08
Granted: 1903-06-18
Abstract: 17,438. Smith, F. H. Aug. 8. Gas and like engines.-The cylinder contains a supplementary piston e, behind which a charge is fired at every out-stroke. At the end of an out- stroke a new charge from the crank chamber or front of the cylinder enters the space between the pistons through a valve k, forces inwards the piston e, and expels the exhaust through the valve f on the in-stroke, the charge passes through the valve o into the space behind the piston e.
Patent GB-190218842-A (GB)
Title: Improvement relating to the Manufacture of Needles
Inventor: SCHOENEWEISS HUGO
Filed: 1902-08-27
Granted: 1902-12-11
Abstract: 18,842. Schoeneweiss, H. Aug. 27. Sewing-needles.- In grinding off the burrs left by stamping, the double needles a are bent in the middle, clamped side by side in a supporting-frame c with the burrs exposed above and below, and then passed between grinding-rollers.
Patent GB-190221745-A (GB)
Inventor: SANDWITH HAROLD
Filed: 1902-10-06
Granted: 1903-07-23
Abstract: 21,745. Sandwith, H. Oct. 6. Tyres, pneumatic etc.; felloes or rims.-Elastic tyres for motor and other vehicles, cyclesand the like, are formed by enclosing a spring within a tyre cover. A helical spring a is again helically coiled and enclosed within a cover b, preferably helically grooved internally, to which it may be secured. Wires c are provided in the edges of the cover, and the spring is placed under a permanent stress by drawing together the two detachable portions d of the rim by bolts. The edges of the cover may have flaps g, forming an airtight joint and enabling the cover to be inflated. The spring a may be replaced by a series of rings composed of coiled wire or strips ; or a strip may be bent and then coiled, Fig. 5. The cover is preferably lined, or coated with putty powder, emery, or the like, which may be mixed with grease, oil, blacklead, &c., to prevent abrasion by the spring. The Provisional Specification states that the spring may be formed by threading a number of rings on a wire or cord and coiling the same.
Patent GB-190225685-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in connection with Coal Hoists
Inventor: BAXTER GEORGE HANDYSIDE
Filed: 1902-11-22
Granted: 1903-10-08
Abstract: 25,685. Baxter, G. H. Nov. 22. Lifts; cranes; tipping-apparatus. -Relates to electrically-actuated apparatus for hoisting and tipping coal wagons. The platform B on to which the coal wagons are run, is hinged to the cradle A, this being raised by hauling-drums through the medium of the spur-wheels C<2>, D, E. If desired, the pulley E<7> may be dispensed with and single purchase used. The drum G<2> is used solely for tipping purposes, and runs loose on the shaft G', being actuated by a motor J ; another drum which is used for taking in the slack of the tipping-rope K when the platform is raised, is keyed on the shaft G, which is rotated by the spur-wheels E, G. The rope K passes through pulleys on the platform B, and is attached to both drums. In a modification, the wheel G, and pulleys on platform B, are dispensed with, and both drums are keyed on the shaft G', which is electrically controlled to rotate just fast enough to take in the slack of the rope, the speed being increased when tipping is required. In another modification, the slack of the rope is taken up by a counterbalance and pulley, a clutch being provided for putting the tipping drum into gear. The crane rope R, passing round the pulleys R', R<2>, S', S<2>, is worked by a third motor, which rotates the drum N. Hand, foot, or automatic brakes worked by solenoids are used for controlling the speed of the various parts.
Patent GB-190303018-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Process for Ploughing Ground by Steam on the Single or Double Engine System.
Inventor: ZEMAN JOHANN
Filed: 1903-02-09
Granted: 1903-09-03
Abstract: 3018. Zeman, J. Feb. 9. Drawings to Specification. Tyres, non - elastic. - Removable plates are attached to the wheels of the engine and anchorwagon used in steam ploughing to prevent them from slipping sideways.
Patent GB-190304860-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Automatically Exchanging the Membrane Pins of Speaking Machines
Inventor: GAEBLER PAUL
Filed: 1903-03-02
Granted: 1904-02-25
Abstract: 4860. Gõbler, P. March 2. Gramophones.-In an automatic needle-changing device, a clamping-ring is moved to release the needle from the holder, and a fresh needle, supplied from a magazine, is first supported by a finger, then held by a spring, and finally clamped by the ring. Fig. 1 is a front view partly in section, and Fig. 5 an under view of the device. The needle-holder consists of a small tube 1, with a clamping-ring 2 at its lower end, placed eccentrically as regards the tube. The ring is provided with a spring 3 and an arm 4, which connects it to a disc 7 mounted to be rotated by gearing, as shown. On the sound-box is fixed a horizontal disc 8 with a tube 10 extending downwards to within a short distance of the tube 1. A drum 12, with holes for a stock of needles, is pivoted on the disc 8, and is provided with ratchet teeth to be operated by a spring pawl 14 and a cam 15 on the disc 7. The needle falls through the tubes on to the finger 16, and, as the disc is turned further, the spring 3 holds the needle until the clamping- ring is turned to the position shown in Fig. 5. When the disc is turned backwards, the slot in the ring allows the needle to fall out of the holder.
Patent GB-190315677-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus for, & Method of Block Signalling on Railways.
Inventor: POWLES WALTER
Filed: 1903-07-15
Granted: 1904-06-23
Abstract: 15,677. Powles, W., and Moore, E. E. July 15. Signalling-instruments ; signalling to cabins and stations.-The milled finger-piece B<2> is rotated to set the indicator plate D<4> to one of the three signalling positions, and the contact arms C', C<3>, which are fixed to the insulating-collar C<1> on the plunger rod B<2>, into position, to make the necessary electrical connections with the commutator or switch shown in Figs. 3 and 4. It is compulsory that, when once ' line clear' has been sent, train 'on line' must be given before the instrument can be brought back to its normal condition. 'Train on line' may be given at once, either from the 'line clear' or the 'line closed' position. The pins E<7>, E<8> effect these objects, and the position catch E', and the hollows E<4>, E<5>, E<6> ensure that the indicator D' is positioned properly. The plunger must be pushed in after moving the switch to a new indication, to ring the bell at the other signal cabin, before the next indication can be obtained, and the plunger is free to move, except momentarily when the switch is being moved from one indication to another. A locking- device effects this. The locking-bolt G<5> engages with one of the slots H<1>, H<2>, H<3> in the fixed ring H, when the cam G' on the shutter G<1> engages with one of the fixed pins H<4>, H<5>, H<6> to open the aperture G, while the indicator plate D<4> and its fixtures are being rotated from one position to the next. The bolt G<5> is withdrawn from the slot on the movement of the plunger B<3> by the contact arm C<3> engaging with the nut G<7> on the end of the bolt. The switch has six pairs of springs K, K<1>, K<2>, K<3>, K<4>, K<5>, and a central pair K<6>. A guard ring K<7> cut into halves is provided. In the normal position of the plunger rod, the central springs K<6> are connected together by the piece D'. By means of the contact arms C<2>, C<3> and the necessary electrical connections between two sections, the signalling required between one and the other is effected.
Patent GB-190316283-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and Apparatus for the Manufacture of Duplicate Sound Record Cylinders for Phonographs and like Machines.
Inventor: PETIT ADEMOR NAPOLEON
Filed: 1903-07-23
Granted: 1904-05-26
Abstract: 16,283. Petit, A. N. July 23. Phonographs &c.-Apparatus is described for use in the manufacture of duplicate record cylinders by the process described in Specification No. 23,386, A.D. 1902, in which process the blank cylinders are placed within a suitably-prepared matrix and subjected to the action of heat and pressure, whereby the record receives its impression and is subsequently removed after cooling and consequent shrinkage. The hollow spindles of the blanks in the matrix casings 1 are connected by the tubes 11 to the common head 12, fixed to the valve casing 2, containing a back-pressure valve 3 and detachably connected to the T-piece 15 of the pipe 4. This pipe can be connected to either the steam pipe 5 or air-pressure pipe 6 by turning one or other of the cocks 7, 8. When the blank has been subjected to heat and pressure, cocks 7, 8 are turned off, and the upper part of the apparatus disconnected from the T-piece 15 and plunged into a cooling-liquid, the valve 3 preventing the formation of a vacuum within the casing 1. A single casing 1 only may be attached to the valve casing 2. A ball valve is a suitable form of backpressure valve, and a special form of connection between the head 12 and T-piece 15 is described for this case.