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Patent GB-189521032-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus and Plant for Scouring, Bleaching, Dyeing, Impregnating, Digesting, Drying, Carbonizing, and otherwise Treating Cotton, Wool, Silk, Jute, Rhea, China Grass, and other Fibrous Materials in a Raw, Manufactured, or Partly Manufactured State.
Inventor: HEPWORTH-COLLINS WALTER
Filed: 1895-11-07
Granted: 1896-06-13
Abstract: 21,032. Hepworth-Collins, W. Nov. 7. Liquids, treating with.-Relates to machinery for scouring, bleaching, dyeing, impregnating, and otherwise treating cotton, wool, silk, jute, rhea, China grass, and other fibrous materials, in the woven or other state, by forcing the treating liquids or gases through the stationary materials by means of a piston in direct contact with the reagent, or in some cases by means of compressed air. The typical form of the apparatus shown in Fig. 1 comprises a cylinder A, fitted with a piston-rod and piston E and with steam heating-pipes Q, Q<1> ; a chamber B bolted upon the cylinder and provided with a tightly-fitting lid F ; a movable kier C, fitted with a perforated bottom P ; a perforated movable deeply-flanged cover D, with bolts J for pressing the kier down upon the cylinder A ; a movable cross-bar G provided with screws H, H<1> for pressing the cover D upon the goods ; pipes L, M, N, and cocks V, W, X, Z, &c. for making connections between the top and bottom of the cylinder A and between the chamber B and cylinder A ; and suitable gauges K and draw-off cocks R &c. In operation, the material having been packed in the kier and the cover D pressed down, the treating-liquid is admitted to the cylinder above the piston, where it may be heated by the steam coils ; an upward stroke is then given to the piston, and the liquid is forced through the material in the kier, and on the return stroke the liquid flows back into the cylinder, and these operations are repeated as often as necessary. By suitable operation of the cocks in the pipes M, N, the liquid may be caused to traverse the goods in one direction only. Numerous modifications are mentioned. For example, the kier may be replaced by an open vessel, in which the goods are closely packed or plaited down and retained by a perforated cover ; or the single kier may be replaced by a number of smaller ones. Several machines may be arranged to work in combination. In another modification, two or more chambers B are connected with a tank which replaces the cylinder A, and in which the piston is replaced by a column of compressed air.
Patent GB-189701806-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Steam Boiler and other Furnaces.
Inventor: ADAMS ARTHUR
Filed: 1897-01-23
Granted: 1897-12-04
Abstract: 1806. Adams, A., and Hill, H. W. Jan. 23. Steam-generator &c. furnaces; firebars; blast apparatus ; smoke-consuming.-The firebars Fare preferably cast two or more together, sets of threes being shown. The central bar F<1> of each set is shallower than the side bars, in order that a perforated pipe C may pass the whole length of the furnace. Into each of these pipes a steam nozzle projects, so that, on steam issuing, air may be drawn in and be discharged along with the steam between the bars. The bridge P may be constructed to convey air from the ashpit direct to the flues, in which case the damper M is provided. The bearers R are formed with toothed extremities S and adjustable rack-plates T in such a way that, with the aid of bolts V, the lengths of the bearers may be adjusted without chipping or other fitting.
Patent GB-189705714-A (GB)
Title: Improved System of Fitting up Electric Bells.
Inventor: JOHNSTON HENRY WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-03-04
Granted: 1898-02-26
Abstract: 5714. Johnston, H. W. March 4. Indicators or annunciators. - Relates to a bell circuit consisting of two main wires, with branch connections to various contact-makers. an indicator and battery being inserted in the circuit, so that, on making contact at one of the ' call stations, the indicator shows the position and completes a secondary bell circuit, the bell ringing continuously till the indicator is re-set. Each contact-maker is of such form as to make a known number of contacts and breaks at each operation, the number being shown on the indicator dial and corresponding to a known position. The armature of the indicator magnet a, Fig. 3<a>, normally raised by a spring b<3>, controls an escape-wheel c mounted on a spindle e, and operated by a weight or spring. On each completion of the main circuit, the wheel rotates one tooth and a pointer on the spindle e shows the total number on the indicator dial. A disc on the spindle e has a block of vulcanite against which a spring-contact rests when the pointer is at zero. When a call is received, the disc is rotated and the secondary or bell circuit is completed through the spring and a metal strip on the disc, the bell continuing to ring till the pointer is set at zero. To prevent two calls from being sent together, a tray i, Fig. 7, divided into two portions each containing mercury, is pivoted above the indicaror and maintained in a horizontal position by an arm j on the spindle e. The two parts of the tray are connected by an adjustable orifice. One of the main wires is divided and the ends attached to the two parts. As the arm j is rotated on a call being received, the tray tips and the mercury drains into one part, breaking the circuit and preventing another call being given till the indicator is re-set. The orifice is adjusted to allow the operation of a contact-maker to be completed before the circuit is broken.
Patent GB-189708545-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Means or Method of Placing Uniform Drag or Tension on the Bobbins employed in Drawing and other like Frames.
Inventor: ILLINGWORTH WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-04-03
Granted: 1898-02-05
Abstract: 8545. Illingworth, W., [trading as Henry Illingworth & Sons]. April 3. Spindle apparatus.-For securing a uniform drag upon the bobbin, the latter rests upon a loose cap F, which rests upon a cloth or felt washer E, supported upon a ring C fixed to the lifting-rail. The washer E is kept out of contact with the spindle or the flange of the cap F by means of a flange or projection c.
Patent GB-189708915-A (GB)
Title: Method of Preparing Alkylated Dichloroxypurines.
Inventor: JOHNSON JAMES YATE
Filed: 1897-04-07
Granted: 1898-02-26
Abstract: 8915. Johnson, J. Y., [Boehringer & S÷hne, C. F.]. April 7. Alkylated dichloroxypurines. - Alkylated dichloroxypurines are produced by double decomposition of halogen alkyls and salts of dichloroxypurine. For example, dichloroxydimethylpurine is obtained by heating the dry neutral lead salt of dichloroxypurine (PbC5N4OCl2) with methyl iodide and ether at 100‹-110‹ C. in a closed vessel, and then extracting the product with boiling alcohol. #-Dichloroxymethylpurine is produced by acting upon a solution of dichloroxypurine and caustic potash in dilute alcohol with a molecular proportion of methyl iodide in the ice-chest.
Patent GB-189711422-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ladies' Cycling Dress Protectors.
Inventor: MCKINLAY ALEXANDER
Filed: 1897-05-07
Granted: 1897-06-12
Abstract: 11,422. McKinlay, A. May 7. Skirt clips, cyclists' and like.-An appliance for keeping the cyclist's dress in place and preventing it from catching in the wheels consists of three clips, one of which is shown open in Fig. 1 and closed in Fig. 2. The three clips 1<a>, 1<b>, 1<c> are fastened together by steel strips a, b, c, d, and the whole is fitted round one of the wearer's legs below the knee, outside the dress, with the lowest clips 1<c> resting on the foot, and the clips are fastened so as to grip the dress between the legs.
Patent GB-189717751-A (GB)
Title: Improved Brackets for Short Window Blinds.
Inventor: PEYTON JOSEPH
Filed: 1897-07-29
Granted: 1898-07-29
Abstract: 17,751. Peyton, J. July 29. Brackets.-The bracket consists of a fixing-plate A and bearings for the band C and rod D and a pivoted cover B, which swings sideways so as to retain both the band and rod or the rod only. The bracket can be fixed to the face or side of a window frame, and can be made with a screw for screwing into wood. The rod is of brass or is brass-covered, and is slotted to receive the curtain as shown.
Patent GB-189718069-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Joints for Manhole Covers for Steam Boilers and the like.
Inventor: JORDAN WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-08-03
Granted: 1897-10-30
Abstract: 18,069. Jordan, W., [Hogan Boiler Co.]. Aug. 3. Manholes doors and frames for steam boilers and the like. The joint is made up of a flexible undivided metallic ring E interposed between the conical surfaces of the boiler plate and the cover D respectively. The cover is inserted through slots c<1> as shown in Fig. 2. A cylindrical neck C may be constructed in the frame A in order to form an abutment for the packing-ring, thereby keeping it in place.
Patent GB-189718239-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Fishing Nets for Trawling Purposes.
Inventor: EPTON JOHN
IPC: A01K73/05
Filed: 1897-08-05
Granted: 1897-09-11
Abstract: 18,239. Epton, J. Aug. 5. Trawling-gear.- The mouth of the net is kept open by a number of floats attached by short lengths to the head line. Each float consists of a rubber bag A enclosed in a net E and inflated to a high pressure through an inlet valve C.
Patent GB-189719645-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus for the Removal of Household and other Refuse.
Inventor: LOOS FRANZ
Filed: 1897-08-25
Granted: 1898-01-29
Abstract: 19,645. Loos, F. Aug. 25. Vans; wagons.-Vehicles for the removal of ashes and sweepings are formed with sloping sides d, d<1>, lid e, and hinged bottom f, f<1>. Bozes g are fitted to the lid, and have movable bottoms a and sides b operated by the arms k, l of double levers. The dust bin A, Fig. 6, has a sliding lid b<1> slotted at q, and hooks r which may engage rails on the sides of the boxes g and a rail m at the side of the vehicle. After the bin is attached to a box g, it is lifted and the hook of the arm opens the lid b<1>, while the whole lever k, l assumes the position shown in dotted lines and the refuse &c. is discharged into the vehicle. The hinged boards f, f<1> forming the bottom are operated by levers s, s<1> jointed at z' to a rack u which is reciprocated by the worm and pinion gear shown in Fig. 3.
Patent GB-189720179-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Kitchen Range Boilers.
Inventor: BROOKS ELI
Filed: 1897-09-02
Granted: 1898-08-20
Abstract: 20,179. Brooks, E. Sept. 2. Cooking-ranges; boilers and water-heaters; flues; plate and dish warmers.-Kitchen ranges are provided with a closed boiler A, Fig. 1 (shown also in cross-section in Fig. 2), which is enclosed in metal plates at the front and side nearest the fire and in brickwork on the other sides so as to leave four flues H, I, J, K. The boiler is of larger dimensions than usual, reaching as high as the top of the fireplace, and is connected by pipes E, F with a supply cistern D, and the supply for the sink and other parts of the house is taken off at G. An inclined shelf or shelves L may be employed for warming plates &c.
Patent GB-189728499-A (GB)
Title: Improved Capstan Tool Holder for use in Machine Tools.
Inventor: JEPSON GEORGE
Filed: 1897-12-03
Granted: 1898-10-29
Abstract: 28,499. Jepson, G., and Marshall, J. B. Dec. 3. Tool-holders, capstan, for machine tools. The disc A is formed with a socket D, to fit on the barrel of the loose headstock of a lathe, and has secured to it a pin E upon which the circular head F is free to rotate. This head is formed with sockets G adapted to receive tools which project from its face ; it may be fixed with any one of the tools in operative position by means of a spring bolt M. The tools may be rotated by a cord and pulley, or the apparatus may be attached to the mandrel or face-plate of the lathe. The apparatus may be applied to screwing-machines, milling- machines, &c.
Patent GB-189801094-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Shade Holder for Candles.
Inventor: DANIELS GEORGE
Filed: 1898-01-14
Granted: 1898-02-19
Abstract: 1094. Daniels, G. Jan. 14. Candle - shade holders combined with grease guards and extinguishers. The shade holder d is attached to the guide-ring a by wires c, of which the straight portions e slide through holes in the flange f of the grease guard h. When the candle is nearly consumed, the ring a rests upon the flange m of the candlestick, and the grease guard h sliding down the wires e cause the cord or chain l to actuate the pivoted cap k, which extinguishes the flame.
Patent GB-189802522-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Electrical Striking Mechanism for Bells.
Inventor: ECKSTEIN AUGUST
Filed: 1898-02-01
Granted: 1898-12-17
Abstract: 2522. Eckstein, A., and Coates, H. J. Feb. 1. Electric bells.-An electric ringing-mechanism, especially applicable for large bells and gongs, has a solenoid a fixed to a plate b secured by studs b<1> to the suspending-screw m. A weighted core c is connected to one end of a bent lever e, the other end of which carries the hammer f. The lever is pivoted on a link to allow the core to move vertically. The wires are secured to terminals i, or two of the studs b<1> may be formed hollow, and the wires connected to terminals on the stud ends. When the circuit is completed, the core is raised and the hammer moved away from the bell, which is struck when the circuit is broken, the core falling to its normal position. A buffer spring may be provided to prevent clattering. A circuitbreaker may be placed in the circuit to convert the bell from single-stroke to repeating. The solenoid has a weatherproof casing k, and the mechanism may be inverted and placed on the outside, the hammer portion being than made heavier than the core &c.
Patent GB-189803219-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electrical Measuring Instruments.
Inventor: HEAP ARTHUR CECIL
Filed: 1898-02-08
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 3219. Heap, A. C. Feb. 8. Current and energy meters.-An electrodynamometer for measuring current has fixed and movable coils connected together in series or parallel, and through additional non-inductive resistance with the ends of a main resistance, carrying the continuous or alternating current to be measured. The resistances are made non-inductive, and of material having a low temperature-resistance coefficient. The main resistance may be changed, to enable one dynamometer to be used for large or small currents. The current coils of watt-meters may be connected similarly, the pressure coil being connected in series with a high resistance, which may also be changed. The pressure coil of such an instrument may be connected by a switch in two ways, to measure either current or power. A dynamometer is illustrated having circular coils ; the movable coil SC is carried by pivots, and controlled by springs, and it carries a pointer P, flattened ,above a scale S.
Patent GB-189813051-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Match Machines.
Inventor: COOK WILLIAM EDWARD
Filed: 1898-06-10
Granted: 1898-08-06
Abstract: 13,051. Cook, W. E. June 10. Matches.-The wood block 3 from which the match splints are cut is fed by rollers 2 under the cutters 4. These may consist of separate bars 8, Fig. 11, having circular or other shaped cutters 9 on one end, and mounted on a crosshead 5 which moves vertically on guides 6. Sliding on the cutters 4 is a carrier 10, Fig. 8, having recesses 14 to receive the splints. The carrier engages at its rear, by means of antifriction rollers 15, with vertical cam-shaped slits 16 which, as the cutters are raised, move the carrier backwards. Pins 19 on the frame push the splints from the cutters into the recesses 14 in the carrier. The latter, on being raised, pushes the splints into recesses 24 in another carrier 21, Fig. 7, by which they are carried for dipping &c. in the usual way, the surface of the cutters, by reason of the backward movement of the carrier 10, serving as an abutting surface. The grooves 24 are formed in removable caps placed on transverse bars.
Patent GB-189813382-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Envelopes and the like.
Inventor: BOLAM WILLIAM JAMES
Filed: 1898-06-15
Granted: 1899-04-08
Abstract: 13,382. Bolam, W. J. June 15. Envelopes. - The envelope is provided with two closing- flaps, one of which is folded inside when the envelope is first used. The outer flap may then be torn off, and the envelope used again. In the form shown in section in Fig. 2, b and c are the two flaps. In the form shown in Fig. 7, one flap bl is elongated so that it practically encloses the envelope. One of the flaps may be perforated.
Patent GB-189901906-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Locomotives.
Inventor: SMITH ROBERT
Filed: 1899-01-27
Granted: 1899-09-16
Abstract: 1906. Smith, R., and Hill, T. Jan. 27. Locomotives.-The object is to increase the tractive power of steam locomotives by enabling the whole weight to be utilized for adhesion. The boiler, which may either be of ordinary type or constructed as described in Specification No. 1905, A.D. 1899, is supported on leading and trailing bogies e, i. Each bogie has four coupled wheels, and is furnished with cylinders, cranks, and gear of usual construction. Steam is conveyed to the cylinders by pipes o, o' passing through the bogie pivots n, and the exhaust pipes p are led into the boiler smoke-box.
Patent GB-189910794-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Air-heaters.
Inventor: WATERMAN EDWIN RUTHVEN
Filed: 1899-05-23
Granted: 1899-07-01
Abstract: 10,794. Waterman, E. R., and Morison, R. R. May 23. He a t i n g - appliances; dental instruments.-Relates to an electric airheater for dental work and other purposes. The central air-conducting pipe D and coil D<1> is surrounded by an electrical heater F, the parts being enclosed in a chamber A with insulating- lining G. The nozzle C has a base-piece C<1> fitting within the chamber A. Air is forced through by a hand compression bulb, or by other suitable means, and the degree to which the air is heated is controlled by means of the hand-pressed contactdevice H. The warm air current is intended to dry teeth or cavities therein, and may also be used for making sensitive teeth absorb medicine.
Patent GB-189913031-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Saddles for Cycles and the like Vehicles.
Inventor: O'FARRELL MICHAEL JOHN
Filed: 1899-06-22
Granted: 1900-06-16
Abstract: 13,031. O'Farrell, M. J. June 22. Saddles.-A plate a, fixed to a bracket b on the cantle plate c, is provided with extensions d which form a central support to the cover. The extensions d are formed with spring tongues e, and may be padded. The plate a is fixed to the bracket b by a bolt f and a screw g, so that it can be raised or lowered. Slots are provided to allow longitudinal adjustment. In a modification, the plate a is fixed to a cross-piece carried by the cantle plate, and according to the Provisional Specification, the method of connecting the supporting-plate to the cantle plate may be varied.
Patent GB-189920988-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Burnishing Block or Tool for Finishing the Soles and Heels of Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: GRAY ALBERT
Filed: 1899-10-20
Granted: 1900-08-25
Abstract: 20,988. Gray, A. Oct. 20. Burnishing soles and heels. Figs. 1 and 3 show a burnishing - block made, say, of steel and adapted to be mounted on the spindle of a burnishing or other machine. A deep groove F is cut in one face, to accommodate a heating- jet. The periphery is shaped transversely to the contour required in the sole or heel, and is corru gated or waved as shown in Fig. 1.
Patent GB-190003444-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Machines for Cutting Hair and Wool.
Inventor: NEWALL JOHN WALKER
Filed: 1900-02-21
Granted: 1900-11-17
Abstract: 3444. Newall, J. W. Feb. 21. Horse clippers and the like.-Relates to the pivot pin A for the eye of the vibrating lever which actuates the cutter. The side thrust is taken by the reduced part a bearing against the bush B fixed to the shear body. The end thrust is taken by the washer D, and the thrust in a plane at rightangles to the direction of the side thrust is taken by pieces C of crescent section as shown in Fig. 3, which is a section on x-y, Fig. 1. The part a<1> of the pivot pin is reduced, and bas a somewhat triangular section, the rounded apex of the triangle bearing against the piece C, which is rounded in vertical section so as to adjust itself to the bearing- edge of the part a<1>.
Patent GB-190007282-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Production of Metallic Carbides and Derivatives therefrom.
Inventor: LIMB CLAUDE MARIE JOSEPH DIT C
Filed: 1900-04-19
Granted: 1901-03-16
Abstract: 7282. Limb (dit Claudius), C. M. J. Nov. 27, A.D. 1899, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Calcium, strontium, and barium carbides are obtained by subjecting the corresponding sulphide, or substances which will produce the sulphide when heated, along with carbon and a metal, such as iron, or a metallic oxide, to intense heat, such as that of an electric furnace. Barium carbide, thus made, may be decomposed by water, preferably boiling water, to form acetylene, the residue left, which consists of baryta, being crystallized out.
Patent GB-190009552-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Arc Lamps.
Inventor: BREMER HUGO
Filed: 1900-05-24
Granted: 1901-02-16
Abstract: 9552. Bremer, H. May 24. Drawings to Specification. Reflectors. - In an electric arc lamp having carbons inclined towards an arc formed at their lower ends, a small metal reflector is placed immediately over the arc, and becomes coated with white or light yellow deposits from salts of metals such as calcium or magnesium with fluorine contained in the carbons.
Patent GB-190013358-A (GB)
Title: Screw-driver with Adjustable Side Claws.
Inventor: HECKEN WILHELM LUDWIG ADOLF
Filed: 1900-07-24
Granted: 1900-10-06
Abstract: 13,358. Hecken, W. L. A. July 24. Screwdrivers.-The blade 3 is kept from slipping from the nick in the screw 14 by two claws 5, which are hung on pins 4 on the blade and are adjusted by a conical sleeve 10 which is pressed down by a nut 11 on the threaded part 2 of the blade.
Patent GB-190016981-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tunneling Shields.
Inventor: HASTINGS CORNELIUS GERALD
Filed: 1900-09-24
Granted: 1901-02-01
Abstract: 16,981. Hastings, C. G. Sept. 24. Tunnelling, shields for. The cylinders A, B are brought together in front to form the curved cutting-edge C, and the slotted hood P is attached at the rear. The space between the cylinders is divided by partitions, and strengthened by trusses, between which lie the hydraulic advancing cylinders E, held by yokes F, pivoted at their ends so that they may be turned out of the way. The central part is divided into cells by vertical and horizontal partitions and floors L, M which also have cutting- edges in the front. These partitions are also strengthened by trusses &c., and deflecting-plates N are provided to turn the spoil into the cells. Hinged doors are mounted in removable bulkheads in front of each cell, and these doors are constructed with hinged louvres or slots n<4> which can be opened or closed.
Patent GB-190018734-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Knapsack Equipments
Inventor: HAMPSHIRE WILLIAM KNOWLTON
Filed: 1900-10-20
Granted: 1901-09-07
Abstract: 18,734. Hampshire, W. K. Oct. 20. Knapsacks anct military valises.-To the back of the knapsack a is secured a strap d, which passes round the knapsack and secures a flap on the front. On each side is an ammunition pouch c. To the upper part of the strap d on the back of the knapsack are secured shoulder straps f, which are attached at their lower ends to the knapsack ; and to the upper parts of the straps f are secured straps i, which carry at their lower ends loops for the belt e, or are attached to ammunition pouches strung on the belt. The belt passes through a loop g on the strap d. A. cape may be strapped on the upper part of the knapsaok, and a canteen on the front thereof by straps attached to the strap d. A similar arrangement of straps may be used for carrying a coat instead of a knapsack, an additional transverse strap being employed in this case.