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Patent GB-190515546-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Controlling and Operating the Points of Electric Railways and Tramways.
Inventor: TURNER WILLIAM HERBERT
Filed: 1905-07-29
Granted: 1906-05-10
Abstract: 15,546. Turner, W. H., Dixon, R. E., and Stewart, T. B. July 29. Points and switches; electric railways and tramways.-Relates to means for controlling and operating, from the vehicles, the rail and conductor points of electric railways and tramways having overhead conductors, and consists in improvements on the means described in Specification No. 26,124, A.D. 1903, and No. 11,393, A.D. 1902. The ordinary section insulators have, near the points, insulated distance-pieces so that, when the trolly pulley is in contact with it, a circuit is completed through the electro-magnet B contained in the street box A. This causes the iron core C to be drawn downwards and, through the three-armed lever E, to operate the conductor and rail points. The lever E is locked in its depressed position by the spring-controlled lever Y, the lower end of which engages the catch Z on the lever E. When the vehicle has passed the points, the collector engages another insulated distance-piece and thus energizes the electro-magnet U, which operates the lever Y and allows the points to return to their normal position under the action of the spring F. The points can be operated and unlocked by hand by means of the levers R, I respectively. When it is not desired to operate the points, the motorman moves the motor-controller handle to the ' off ' position and coasts over the insulated distancepiece.
Patent GB-190516401-A (GB)
Title: Improved Appliance for Motor Vehicle Wheels to Prevent Skidding & Side Slips.
Inventor: ELLAM WILLIAM HENRY
Filed: 1905-08-12
Granted: 1906-04-05
Abstract: 16,401. Ellam, W. H. Aug. 12. Tyres, pneumatic &c.-A non-skid cover comprises segments a, preferably of leather, attached by tongues b to hooks d on the rim. Two rows of chains e, which are spaced sufficiently far apart to allow the intermediate part of the tread to come into direct contact with the road, may be attached to the segments by staples f, chains of adjacent sections being preferably linked together. In a modification, Fig. 5, rows of metal pieces g with enlarged heads g<1> are used in place of the chains.
Patent GB-190517177-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Folding Beds.
Inventor: FREUDIGER MOZES
Filed: 1905-08-24
Granted: 1906-06-07
Abstract: 17,177. Freudiger, M., Freudiger, J. L., and Freudiger, A. Aug. 24. Bedsteads.-Bedsteads of the type consisting of X-shaped legs, connected on both sides by lazy - tongs arrangements, are provided with a head consisting of vertical members c pivoted at b to the legs a and supported by rotatable struts e. The cloth or mattress is hung from hooks d.
Patent GB-190521051-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Manufacture of Paper-cloth such as is used for Luggage Labels and the like.
Inventor: MALLANDAIN ALBERT EDWARD
Filed: 1905-10-17
Granted: 1906-08-16
Abstract: 21,051. Mallandain, A. E. Oct. 17. Compound fabrics.-Paper-cloth, such as is used for luggage labels &c., is made by uniting paper, during or after manufacture, and cloth, by means of paste or other suitable adhesive substance, submitting the material to a heavy calendering operation, and then filling the pores thereof with China-clay &c. The clay may be applied in the form of a mixture containing China-clay, size, casein, or other suitable adhesive substance, and a suitable colouring-agent.
Patent GB-190521163-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Pneumatic and like Tyres.
Inventor: PEART FREDERICK WILLIAM
Filed: 1905-10-18
Granted: 1906-07-19
Abstract: 21,163. Peart, F. W. Oct. 18. Tyres, pneumatic &c.- To prevent slipping and punctures, a leather or other band is fastened inside the outer cover c, either inside the fabric lining d or between this lining and the cover, by eyelets b riveted down at both ends. Steel or like studs a are passed throngh the eyelets, and their shanks are riveted down over metal washers f. Washers of soft metal may be placed between the heads of the studs and the cover, and flanges on the eyelets may take the place of the inner washers f. A thin backing-strip g may cover the inner ends of the eyelets.
Patent GB-190523229-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Miner's Lamps.
Inventor: MUELLER OTTO MAX
Filed: 1905-11-11
Granted: 1906-01-18
Abstract: 23,229. M³ller, O. M. Nov. 11. Miners' safety l a m p s.-Fulminating-tape igniting- devices for miners' safety lamps have a spring feeding- plate a, pivoted between two pins h on a scratching-rod b which is capable of longitudinal displacement and of rotation. A projection i engages the edge of the plate a to press it against the tape c and a spring guide d, when the rod b is pushed upwards, and to lift up the plate a out of engagement when the rod b is brought back. The rod has a pivoted end g forming a handle.
Patent GB-190523390-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sewing and Embroidering Machines.
Inventor: CORNELY EMILE
Filed: 1905-11-14
Granted: 1906-01-04
Abstract: 23,390. CornÚly, E., and CornÚly, R., [trading as CornÚly et fils, E.]. Dec. 23, 1904, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Embroidery machines; stopping, automatic ; worksupports. - Relates to improvements upon the devices described in Specification No. 3590, A.D. 1868, in which the needle driving and stitchforming mechanisms are disconnected from the driving - shaft when the needle is in its highest position in order to facilitate the shifting of the work when embroidering, and consists in making this disconnection automatically after every first, second, &c. stitch. The needle is driven from a shaft 1 and the stitch-forming mechanism from an eccentric 6, when a pin 5 engages a hole in the flange of a hollow shaft 3. The pin is carried by a cam 4 which vibrates a lever 7 mounted on a fixed pivot 21. When a rod 10 is in its lowest position, this lever is free to swing and a spring 8 keeps the cam in its right-hand position. When the rod 10 is raised, the lever 7, on its next oscillation, is stopped by the rod 10 and consequently the cam moves in opposition to the spring 8 and, withdrawing the pin 5, stops the machine. At the time of stopping, the needle is in its highest position. In the former Specification, the rod 10 was operated manually. Now, it is permitted to rise at every first, second, &c. stitch by a cam 15 driven through gearing 14. A second rod 18 is provided permanently to disengage the pin 5. When in its highest position, a block 22 forms a stop for a lug 20 on the lever 7 so that the cam 4 is always held away from the shaft 3. In a modification, the rods 10, 18 are arranged side by side. The work frame can be supported on ball bearings.
Patent GB-190524727-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Trestles for Supporting Planks and the like.
Inventor: EELES ROBERT
Filed: 1905-11-29
Granted: 1906-05-31
Abstract: 24,727. Eeles, R. Nov. 29. Trestles.-Relates to trestles for supporting planks for ship-repairing work and other purposes where the planks require to be often lifted or lowered through comparatively small distances. A- shaped end frames a connected by a cross-bar e are provided with guides p in which may slide legs m carrying a support l. The legs m are each formed with a slot fitting over a tie-bolt d which carries a loose pipe h, and is provided with a head and a nut as shown. Loose washers j are placed between the legs m and ends of the pipe h. The table may be secured in position by tightening the nut, thus springing together the tops of the frames a. The bolt d is squared where it passes through the tube h and the washers j, and is circular where it passes through the frames a. For small trestles, racks k are carried by the legs m and the washers j are toothed, the head, or in some cases the nut end of the bolt d, being formed with a squared part to receive a spanner.
Patent GB-190606714-A (GB)
Title: Improved Mask or Face Protector to Prevent Inhalation of Smoke and other Fumes or Foul Air.
Inventor: CATT RICHARD KENT
Filed: 1906-03-20
Granted: 1907-03-20
Abstract: 6714. Catt, R. K. March 20. Respirators.-A respirator for firemen and others comprises a light mask A, having a mica or other window A<1>, and at its inner edge a curved flange a, seated on which is a pneumatic tube cushion B, adapted to fit closely upon the forehead, cheeks, and chin of the wearer. The mask is secured to the head by straps F and a spring clasp E. Attached by rods a<1> to the lower surface is a compressed-air chamber C, divided transversely into two compartments, the small compartment serving as a reserve chamber. Each compartment is provided with a valve c<3>, the nozzle of which is screwthreaded for the attachment of a cycle or similar pump. The compartments are each connected to the mask by a tube c\ attached to which is a valve plug c<5>, Fig. 4, provided with three radial holes c' of varying sectional area, adapted to be brought into alinement with a hole in a casing c<8>, so that the supply of air can be varied or stopped entirely by turning a finger-nut c<9> fixed on the tube c'. At the top of the mask is a spring-controlled exhaust valve A<2>, while on one side is a screwthreaded nipple, provided with a screw cap and adapted when the cap is off to receive the coupling- piece of a hose, which carries two telephone wires and may convey air to the fireman. The hose when disconnected from the mask may be used for conveying water. The telephone wires are connected to posts a<2> and thence to a telephone transmitter H and receiver H<1>, this receiver being supported outside the mask by a spring arm H<2>.
Patent GB-190609580-A (GB)
Title: Metal Polish
Inventor: SAMPSON HENRY
Filed: 1906-04-24
Granted: 1906-09-20
Abstract: 9580. Sampson, H. April 24. No Patent granted (Sealingfee not paid). Cleansing compositions. - A composition for . cleaning and polishing metal consists of pumice powder, Russian tallow, bees-wax, paraffin oil, and turpentine.
Patent GB-190612901-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Carburetters.
Inventor: COBB BAYARD GEIKIE
Filed: 1906-06-02
Granted: 1907-03-21
Abstract: 12,901. Cobb, B. G., and Cobb, W. F. June 2. Heating by chemical action.-A carburettor for an internalcombustion engine is provided with a jacket containing water together with lime, phosphorus pentoxide, or similar substance. Fig. 1 is a section showing the jacket d. Suitable exits for vapour from the acket are provided and openings at the top for introducing lime or the like. The residue is removed by unfastening the bottom n.
Patent GB-190613783-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Gas Engines.
Inventor: POLLARD HENRY
Filed: 1906-06-15
Granted: 1907-05-23
Abstract: 13,783. Pollard, H. June 15. Cranks; cam mechanism. - The expansion and exhaust strokes of an internalc o m b u stion engine are made longer than the suction and compression strokes by the use of a crank-pin which slides on the crank and carries rollers engaging in fixed grooved cams. Fig. 2 is a part vertical section showing the crank-pin 2 with rollers 9 running in grooves 4, 5. During the short strokes, the rollers run in the inner grooves 4, Fig. 1, and during the long strokes in the outer grooves 5, the rollers being transferred from one pair of grooves to the other by the action of grooved blocks 7 adjusted by cams 10 on a half-speed shaft. In a modified form, the block 7 is pivoted instead of sliding. The varying velocity of the piston obtained in the above way is stated to increase the efficiency considerably. Fig. 4 shows adjustable wedges 17 for taking up wear.
Patent GB-190622001-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Purse
Inventor: WARRICK FREDERIC WALMSLEY
Filed: 1906-10-05
Granted: 1907-08-29
Abstract: 22,001. Warrick, F. W. Oct. 5. Money boxes; fittings, internal.- A purse for sovereigns, halfsovereigns, or other coins consists of a tray, Fig. 4, sliding in a cover, Fig. 1, the coins B, C being held firmly in the tray by a piece A of elastic material, such as india-rubber or felt, which presses them against the ends of the tray. The piece A is secured by a staple D passing through the bottom of the tray.
Patent GB-190623303-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Supports for Fare Indicators for Vehicles.
Inventor: BRUHN FRIEDRICH WILHELM GUSTAV
Filed: 1906-10-20
Granted: 1907-10-17
Abstract: 23,303. Bruhn, F. W. G. Oct. 20. Fares, registering and checking.-Fare indicators for hansom cabs and like vehicles are mounted adjacent to one side window on a support which is pivoted to two brackets, one carried from the roof and the other from the back of the vehicle, so that the weight of the indicator is distributed between the roof and the tack. and so that the driver can examine it by turning it about the pivot of its support. As shown in Fig. 1, the support of the fare indicator a consists of a flat bar d' which has angle-irons d', d<3> riveted to it at each each ; the angle-irons are pivoted at d<6>, d<7> to one arm of the fork b<5> of the bracket b, and to the bracket c, respectively. The bracket b is attached to the roof, and the bracket c to the back of the vehicle. The rotation of the support about its pivots is limited by stops, such as the ends d<8>, d<9> of the bent flat iron piece d'‹ riveted to the angleiron d<3>. A spring may keep the indicator in its normal position.
Patent GB-190623967-A (GB)
Title: Improved Process for the Extraction of Sulphur.
Inventor: ROHLEDER MAX
Filed: 1906-10-27
Granted: 1907-07-25
Abstract: 23,967. Rohleder, M., [trading as Chemische Fabrik "Phoenix" Rohleder & Co.]. Nov. 15, 1905, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Spray-producers.-In a process for the separation of sulphur from its solutions, the solution is allowed to fall on to a grooved cup c and is thus sprayed into the vessel a.
Patent GB-190626556-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Window Sashes.
Inventor: DAUGHERTY WILLIAM EDMON
Filed: 1906-11-23
Granted: 1907-01-31
Abstract: 26,556. Daugherty, W. E. Nov. 23,1905, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Glazing; windows.-Glass panes are supported against a rabbeted sash by bearing-strips 9, and these are retained in their sash grooves by spring- pressed plungers 16 with headed stems passing through fixed plates 15. The plungers can be withdrawn from recesses in the strips 9 by a clawed tool.
Patent GB-190626916-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Bureau Top.
Inventor: LIGHT CHARLES
Filed: 1906-11-27
Granted: 1907-05-30
Abstract: 26,916. Light, C. Nov. 27. Secretaires.-A bureau top has two hinged side flaps having their inner edges rebated, and a centre flap which when folded down serves as a writing- desk and when folded up combines with the side flaps to close the bureau. The flaps 1 are hinged to the sides of the bureau and are provided with crossed tapes &c. 3 to hold memoranda. A centre flap 4, which when folded down serves as a writing- table, may be folded up so that its rebated edges 5 engage the rebated edges 2 of the side flaps and close up the bureau. The centre flap may be locked in the closed position.
Patent GB-190700946-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Erasers.
Inventor: MILLS BENJAMIN JOSEPH BARNARD
Filed: 1907-01-14
Granted: 1907-04-18
Abstract: 946. Mills, B. J. B., [Faber, E.]. Jan. 14. Brushes combined with erasers.-An eraser comprising a rubber disk A pivoted between two metal plates B may be provided with a brush D, the bristles of which are bound by a thin metal band secured between projections of the plates B by a rivet d<1>. The ends of these projections are scalloped and turned inwards to spread the bristles.
Patent GB-190701143-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Boot Trees
Inventor: STEVENS THOMAS GEORGE
Filed: 1907-01-16
Granted: 1907-11-28
Abstract: 1143. Stevens, T. G., and Wakefield, C. Jan. 16. Trees and stretchers.-The tree consists of a forepart a, and a stem piece consisting of two parts e, e<1> arranged to slide telescopically one within the other, the rear end of the part e<1> being enlarged to form a heel piece e'. The parts are separated or contracted by a cam-shaped double lever n, which is pivoted at m to the part e<1> and connected to the part e by a pivoted link o. A pin p engaging a slot in the part e<1> serves as a guide. The length of the tree can also be adjusted by changing the pivot pin r of the link o into one or other of a number of holes s. In a modification, these holes are formed in the part e', and are adapted to receive the pin m. Fig. 4 shows a modification, in which the part e of the stem is connected by a spring pin k to a bracket i in the forepart a, this bracket being formed with a number of pinholes for the purposes of adjustment. The part e<1> may either be enlarged to form a heel piece, or pivoted to a separate heel piece.
Patent GB-190704441-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Feeding Product for Cattle, Poultry and other Animals.
Inventor: LADJIMI TAHAR
Filed: 1907-02-22
Granted: 1907-10-31
Abstract: 4441. Ladjimi, T. Feb. 22. Food for animals.-The untreated refuse of olives from the oil press is dried and pulverized, and 50 kilos of this olive flour are mixed with 20 kilos finely ground bran, 10 kilos vetch flour or rye flour, 20 kilos bean flour, and 50 grm, salt. The product may be compressed into cakes.
Patent GB-190708134-A (GB)
Title: Improved Process and Apparatus for Producing Iron Castings Direct from the Blast Furnace.
Inventor: FRITZ FRIEDRICH JOHANN
Filed: 1907-04-08
Granted: 1908-01-09
Abstract: 8134. Fritz, F. J. April 8. Pneumatic processes ; converters. -Iron castings are obtained by running molten i r o n from the blast furnace into a portable vessel or converter, wherein the charge is blown, and then pouring into moulds. The converter a is approximately e g gshaped in crosssection and is provided with a vertically adjustable tuyere c, so that the blast acts on the surface of the charge.
Patent GB-190709481-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Carburetters for Internal Combustion Engines.
Inventor: WYNDHAM JAMES NEWBY
Filed: 1907-04-23
Granted: 1908-01-09
Abstract: 9481. Wyndham, J. N. April 23. Gas or explosive-vapour engines, carburetting in. Liquid fuel is supplied to a jet 3 on the opening of a valve 4 by means of a cam-operated lever 9, the pivot 10 of which is mounted on an eccentric and can be adjusted by hand to vary the lift of the valve. The main air-inlet tube 2 surrounds the fuel jet, and the supplementary air supply is admitted through ports 12 round the tube 2. A baffle 8 and gauze screens 6, 7 are placed as shown.
Patent GB-190712030-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in or appertaining to Tramway or other Rails.
Inventor: HEMINGWAY SAMUEL WALTER
Filed: 1907-05-24
Granted: 1908-05-07
Abstract: 12,030. Hemingway, S. W. May 24. Rails.-The tread surfaces of tramway rails are formed with a number of small projections c having sharp edges or surfaces c' so as to prevent skidding. The projections are preferably of diamond shape, but they may be square or circular, and may have their upper surface flush with the normal surface. of the tread or partly above and partly below it. In a modification, the same effect is produced by forming depressions or recesses, preferably of diamond shape, comparatively close together, over the width of the tread. [Reference has been directed under Section 7 of Patents &c. Act, 1907, to Specifications No. 15,680, A.D. 1894, and No. 23,433, A.D. 1904.]
Patent GB-190712901-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Wheels for Motor Driven and other Road Vehicles.
Inventor: HERBERT ELTON
Filed: 1907-06-04
Granted: 1907-10-31
Abstract: 12,901. Herbert, E. June 4. Felloes or rims.-A detachable tyre-carrying rim 5 has slotted lugs 8 adapted to engage with pins 4 carried by the fixed rim member 1, locking being effected by means of a sliding-plate 10 actuated by a screw 14. More than one locking-device may be fitted.
Patent GB-190719621-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Treatment of Fibrous Plants for Distintegrating, Opening Up or Reducing the same
Inventor: KRON RUDOLF
Filed: 1907-09-02
Granted: 1908-06-04
Abstract: 19,621. Kron, R. Sept. 2. Retting.-Fibrous plants, especially straw, reed, alfa, bamboo, palms, &c. are disintegrated, opened or reduced for the production of paper pulp, cattle food, or textile fibres, by boiling under pressure at a temperature of 130-160‹ C. in water or wet steam. Organic acids, such as formic acid, are produced, and these acids in their nascent state and after formation act to soften, dissolve, or open up the intercellular substances. Small quantities of alkali or acid may be used provided the quantity is not sufficient to prevent the development of the organic acids. Aluminium silicate, calcium carbonate, or other like neutral or weakly corrosive substances, or wood spirit, pyroligneous acid or alcohol may be added. In carrying out the process, the uncut fibres are packed in wagons, preferably of cylindrical form, and run into horizontal boilers, in which they are boiled slowly without agitation or forced circulation of lye. Specifications No. 1216, A.D. 1861, No. 1790, A.D. 1869, No. 18,157, A.D. 1901, No. 25,830, A.D. 1902, No. 4981, A.D. 1905, [Abridgment Class Paper &c.], and No. 10,465, A.D. 1905, are referred to.
Patent GB-190720893-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Portable Apparatus for Vulcanizing India-rubber.
Filed: 1907-09-20
Granted: 1908-08-06
Abstract: 20,893. Grover, F., Cornock, E., and Forgrove Machinery Co. Sept. 20. Portable stoves for vulcanizing india-rubber.-A portable vulcanizer for pneumatic tyres of the type in which the front wall is curved and the rear wall flat, and which is provided with clamping and heat-regulating means, is constructed with a central combustion chamber 1, and front and rear hot-air chambers 4, 5 as shown in Fig. 3. The hot air chambers communicate with the atmosphere at the lower ends, and the upper ends have holes 9 closed by plugs 10 capable of being removed when it is desired to lower the temperature. The temperature may also be adjusted by dampers 13 covering an opening 12 in the top of the casing 1. The temperature is indicated by thermometers fitting in pockets 22 in the outer walls 7, 8. The combustion chamber is fitted at its lower end with a perforated grate 11 for the reception of charcoal or other fuel, or a Bunsen burner may be employed. The sides of the casing are covered with vulcanite sheets 14 to prevent radiation.
Patent GB-190724507-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Manufacture of Car Wheels.
Inventor: HANSEN JOHN MORRISON
Filed: 1907-11-05
Granted: 1908-05-28
Abstract: 24,507. Hansen, J. M. Nov. 5. Annealing; tempering.-The tread face of car wheels is hardened or tempered and the body annealed by enclosing the heated wheel within a heat retaining chamber, and projecting a hardening-fluid, such as water, against the tread portion. In the apparatus shown, the casing is made in two parts 1,2 hollowed out to receive refractory blocks 4, 18 shaped to fit the wheel. The tread 9 of the wheel is surrounded by an annular chamber 11, 13, containing a perforated plate 12. The water or other fluid is introduced at 14 to the chamber 13 and passes through the plate 12 to the surface of the tread y. The liquid is prevented from reaching the hub and web of the wheel by annular packing 10, 22, and passages 15, 24 are provided for the escape of liquid and steam.
Patent GB-190727490-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Incandescent Gas Burners.
Inventor: ROBERT MARIUS-ANTOINE
Filed: 1907-12-12
Granted: 1908-05-28
Abstract: 27,490. Robert, M.-A. Dec. 12, 1906, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Incandescent gas burners.-The secondary internal air supply is fed to an upright or bent inverted burner between concentric tapering tubes a, b, Fig. 2, cast or soldered together, the channels between the tubes decreasing in area towards the top. The inner tube is screwed to the ordinary mixing - chamber, and the outer tube, formed with perforations, may enclose the mixing- chamber. The burner mouth may be shaped as shown in cross-section in Figs 7, 8, and 9.