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Patent GB-190119821-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Soot and Seed Drills.
Inventor: KETTLEWELL GEORGE
Filed: 1901-10-04
Granted: 1902-10-02
Abstract: 19,821. Kettlewell, G. Oct. 4. Seeds, sowing; manuring; plants, protecting from insects. - Relates to a seed and manure drill, which may also be used for distributing fly-powder and the like on turnip crops. One or more hoppers for soot or other fertilizer are mounted on the frame 2, and are provided with a delivery worm 4 on a shaft 3 driven from the main axle 5 by a chain 8 and bevel gearing 11, 12. A spring clutch operated by a lever 13 is employed to throw the delivery worm out of action w h e required. Changewheels may also be employed in connection with the chain 8 to regulate the speed of delivery. The fertilizer is delivered into a tube 14, which leads it either to a hollow share 15 or direct upon the ground. The seed is delivered from a box of any ordinary construction to a hollow share 17. The shares 15, 17 are carried on pivoted levers 20, 22, which can be raised out of work by chains 25. The levers 20, 22 are automatically adjusted laterally by means of a concave roller 27 which runs on the drill.
Patent GB-190122416-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Bottle Cleaning Machines
Inventor: PINDSTOFTE ANDERS ANDERSEN
Filed: 1901-11-06
Granted: 1902-09-11
Abstract: 22,416. Pindatofte, A. A. Nov. 6. Bottles, cleaning.-Fig. 1 shows a plan, and Fig. 2 a longitudinal section of the apparatus. A frame a carries two rotary brushes b, two sliding bottle carriages d, and guide-cones e mounted on the guide-rods c. The pulleys f, g are connected by an endless band, of which the opposite parts h, i are each connected to an adjacent carriage d. A cord k, attached to the upper surface of the pulley g, passes over a roller l, and carries a counterweight m. Each guide-cone e is provided with a handle n, and with a cord o passing between rollers r, s and carrying a counterweight t. When either carriage d is in the charging position, its guide-cone e is slightly separated from it by the pull of the cord o passing over the roller r. When the carriage has advanced to the brushing-apparatus, the guide-cone is pulled close into position by the cord o then running over the roller s.
Patent GB-190123743-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Photographic Developing Apparatus.
Inventor: SMITH JAMES WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-11-22
Granted: 1902-10-23
Abstract: 23,743. Smith, J. W. Nov. 22. Developing; dishes; lifters or holders.-Consists of a vertical developing-dish a, Fig. 1, of transparent material supported by spring clips c on a stand b. The plate to be developed is placed in grooves d in the sides of a frame, Figs. 3 and 4, which is fitted with handles e by which the plate can be manipulated in the developing-dish. In a modification, the foot b is integral with the dish.
Patent GB-190200227-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Athletic Exercising Machines.
Inventor: SAYSE ELSIE
Filed: 1902-01-03
Granted: 1902-12-04
Abstract: 227. Sayse, E. Jan. 3. Exercising-apparatus.-R elates to apparatus for exercising the muscles of the feet and legs. In the arrangement shown, a cord F, fixed to the foot by a heel plate and straps L, passes into a case A, over a roller E, and is connected to an adjustable spring. A cord (not shown) similarly connected to the toe by a strap M is fixed to another spring. In some cases, two springs are used, one being kept out of action unless increased tension is required. In a modification, the springs are replaced by weights. Exercise is obtained by alternately raising the toe and heel.
Patent GB-190204334-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Operating Sand-distributing Devices, Signal Whistles and other Appliances on Motor Driven Vehicles having Pneumatic Brakes.
Inventor: HILDEBRAND WILHELM KARL MAX
Filed: 1902-02-20
Granted: 1902-07-03
Abstract: 4334. Hildebrand, W. K. M. Feb. 20. Drawings to Specification. Brakes; sanding rails.-Relates to railway and tramway vehicles provided with air-pressure brakes, in which a portion of the compressed air is used to operate sand - distributing devices, and other secondary safety apparatus. The present invention consists in providing a second reservoir from which the secondary safety apparatus is supplied with air, so as to avoid all risk of the brake air supply being exhausted by the less important safety devices. The second reservoir is fed through a valve, which only allows the air to pass when the first reservoir is full and which allows it to pass back again if necessary to keep the first full.
Patent GB-190220080-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Drawing Appliances.
Inventor: HAMBLY JOHN
Filed: 1902-09-13
Granted: 1903-06-25
Abstract: 20,080. Hambly, J. Sept. 13. Squares.-A T-square is provided with a clamping-device. A hole d, Fig. 2, formed in the stock of the T-square, is lined with a flanged metal sleeve e, in which a square rod h can slide. The rod has a cap i on one end, a clamping-shoe k being screwed on the other end and locked by a nut m. The shoe has a bevelled part p, which bears against bevelled surfaces q fixed parallel to the edges of the board. The rod and shoes are held in position by a coiled spring j. On pressing the cap, the square may be disengaged from the board. In another form, Fig. 5, the sleeve e is secured to the T-square shaft b obliquely. The clamping-shoe k slides in a groove s, having a bevelled undercut q, parallel to the edge of the board.
Patent GB-190223495-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Covers for Manholes and Lampholes and Flushing Tanks of Drains and Sewers
Inventor: KIRK GEORGE WILLIAM
Filed: 1902-10-28
Granted: 1903-10-01
Abstract: 23,495. Kirk, G. W. Oct. 28. Gratings.-The covers or lids of manholes, lamp holes, and flushing-tanks are strengthened by a steel, wrought-iron, or malleable-iron skeleton grid A cast in the lid.
Patent GB-190226798-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tram- and Railway Points and Switches and in Means for Working the same.
Inventor: LEIGHTON JOHN
Filed: 1902-12-04
Granted: 1903-12-04
Abstract: 26,798. Leighton, J., and Hacking, R. Dec. 4. Points and switches. - Instead of moving the switch rails sideways together, they move in vertical planes, and one is dropped out of the way white the other remains stationary and guides the wheel, the inner switch rail being depressed for running on the branch line, for which the switch is normally set, and the outer switch rail being dropped for running on the main line. As shown in Figs. 1, 3<x>, and 4, the switch rails c, d are on the outer and inner sides of the branch line b respectively, a being the main line rails. The outer switch rail c swings about the knife edge e, and is supported by the tripping-plate g, which is fitted with a pin g<1>. To lower the rail c, the shaft j is rotated by the lever j<4>, thus at first raising the rail as shown in Fig. 1 x, and at the same time with drawing the arm h of the lever h<1> from the pin g' consequently the plate g and the rail c fall into the positions shown in Fig. 3x. The rail is replaced by the lever k, which turns the disc k<1>, the pin k<3> on the disc raising the rail, while the pin g' is raised by the slot in the disc, and the weighted end h<2> of the lever h<1> bringing back the support h. The inner switch rail d is grooved and is supported by the spring n, the groove in front of the nose of the rail being normally filled up by the block o, carried by the pivoted lever o<1>. This lever is held in position by the pivoted pawl p, and is released by the arm q on the shaft j, being brought back to the position shown, by the arm r. The rods j<4>, k<4> are operated by magnets carried on the vehicle and acting upon armatures connected to the rods. The outer switch rail is normally set to guide the vehicle on the branch lines ; in running on the branch lines the block o and thereby the inner rail d are pressed down by the inner wheel, being brought back by the spring n. When travelling on the main lines, the magnet on the vehicle is lowered and operates the rod j<4>, causing the rail c, Fig. 1, and the block o, Fig. 4, to drop, the rail and block being afterwards replaced by again lowering the magnet and operating the rod k<4>. In the Provisional Specification a method of automatically operating the levers, catches, and tripping plates electrically, by closing circuits through solenoids by contact makers on the line, is described.
Patent GB-190300579-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Game
Inventor: MCNAUGHT DAVID CHARLES
Filed: 1903-01-09
Granted: 1903-12-10
Abstract: 579. McNaught, D. C. Jan. 9. Net supports; games played with balls, clubs, and nets; clubs; golf.-Two nets with bells attached are supported, as at A B<x>, by upright pillars on horizontal bases. Boundary nets, as shown, are similarly supported. The game is played with balls which are propelled by clubs or sticks C, each player trying to ring the bells on his opponent's net. According to the Provisional Specification, the game forms a modification of golf.
Patent GB-190303519-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Roller Bearings
Inventor: HOULDSWORTH WILLIAM
Filed: 1903-02-14
Granted: 1903-12-17
Abstract: 3519. Houldsworth, W. Feb. 14. Roller bearings. -Relates to improvements in the bearing described in Specification No. 16,010, A.D. 1899, whereby it is made easily removable. The alternate rollers a are provided with heads b, which prevent the lateral displacement of the rollers and of the rings c, d, and maintain the rollers in their true axial directions. Both collars of the rollers may be made loose and may be screwed or riveted to the roller. The rollers a may be hollow, and the collars b may be secured by means of a bolt passing through the roller. The collars need not be circular, and, where they are screwed on, the thread is cut in such a direction that the rotation of the shaft tends to tighten them. The collars b may be shrouded by means of the annular projection d<1>, or a thin overhanging metal sleeve may be shrunk or screwed on to the outer surface of the piece d. One or both of the rings c, d may be formed in halves, and the two parts may have interlocking teeth, as shown in Fig. 8. The external surface of the piece d need not be circular, and any means may be adopted for securing it to the pedestal &c.
Patent GB-190307638-A (GB)
Title: Improved Musical Instrument
Inventor: HICKEN JOHN
Filed: 1903-04-02
Granted: 1904-04-02
Abstract: 7638. Hicken, J. April 2. Pianofortes; harmoniums. - The reed organ shown in Fig. 2 is fitted to the back of the upright pianoforte shown in Fig. 1. The bellows G, the reservoir I, and the reed chest K are in a vertical position. The treadles D are connected to the bellows G by the catgut band E, and the keys O are connected by the rods A, the quadrants B, the levers C, L, and rocking levers M with the pallets N on the reed chest. According to the Provisional Specification, either instrument may be played separately, and a knee swell may be provided for the reed organ. The stops for the reeds project through the front of the pianoforte, and, when the combination is with a horizontal pianoforte, the organ is placed under the pianoforte.
Patent GB-190308076-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Pneumatic Tools.
Inventor: PRINDLE HAROLD RITTENHOUSE
Filed: 1903-04-07
Granted: 1903-07-16
Abstract: 8076. Prindle, H. R., and Adolph, J. U. April 7. Percussive hand tools.-In a pneumatic tool, the valve D, Fig. 1, consisting of a cylinder with two annular grooves d in its exterior, slides on a tube F, and in the chamber enclosed by the tube, the flange f of the tube, the disc G, and the valve shell E, all of which are contained in an extension from the handle C. The ports e, e' in the shell communicate, respectively, with the openings A, I, and the port e<2> with the exhaust passage a<2>. When the valve is in either of its extreme positions, one of the ports e, e<1> communicates with the exhaust port e<2> by means of one of the grooves d, and the other of the ports e, e<1> communicates with the air supply by means of a groove d, radial holes d' in the valve, an annular groove in the exterior of, and holes f<2> through, the tube F, and the duct c<1>. The end of the valve chamber near the disc G is always in communication with the interior of the tube F and the exhaust, whereby that end of the valve is subjected to a pressure rather lower than that of the air supplied to the tool. The other end of the valve is alternately subjected to the full pressure, and to the atmospheric pressure, to move the valve. During the out-stroke of the hammer or piston B, the air passes through the duct c', pipe F, one of each of the sets of holes f<2>, d<1>, one groove d, the port e', and the openings I, and escapes from the front of the piston through the passage A, and the ports e, e<2>. When the opening k is uncovered, air passes from the cylinder through the passage K to the back of the valve D, and moves it. On the return stroke of the piston B, the pressure on the back of the valve D does not diminish sufficiently to allow the valve to be moved to its former position, until the piston uncovers the openings k, A. The momentum of the piston carries the piston to the end of its stroke.
Patent GB-190316468-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Settling Tanks and Filters
Inventor: ADAMS SAMUEL HENRY
Filed: 1903-07-27
Granted: 1903-10-08
Abstract: 16,468. Adams, S. H., and Adams, M. J. July 27. Sewage and foul waters, treating ; filtering; bacteriological processes ; tanks. - Settling-tanks and filters are superposed or otherwise arranged to economize space. The treatment of sewage is mentioned in the Provisional Specification. Fig. 1 shows a vertical section of an arrangement in which the liquid supplied through the pipe b passes along one side of a central partition in the settling-tank s, and then back along the other side, to rise through a pipe l into the filter n. Baffleplates are attached to the roof and to the floor of the settling-tank to separate the scum and precipitated matter. The filter n is divided longitudinally, and liquid is supplied to either part by branches of the pips l. Fig. 4 shows a circular settling-tank c divided by a series of concentric partitions provided with suitable openings ; the liquid is sprayed over the filter bed k by rotary arms q. Fig. 6 shows a settling-tank d formed in two superposed parts connected to a filter tank e. Fig. 8 shows a series of deep settling-tanks b, c, d connected by pipes g. h. Air-outlet pipes x are shown in Figs. 1 and 4.
Patent GB-190318134-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pumps for Liquids or Fluids.
Inventor: BRACKETT FRANCIS WHITWELL
Filed: 1903-08-22
Granted: 1904-09-22
Abstract: 18,134. Brackett, F. W. Aug. 22. Pumps w i t h reciprocating barrels.-Relates to pumps for liquids or other fluids and consists in constructing a pump with a stationary piston, the barrel being adapted to h a v e a reciprocating motion. Fig. 1 shows a side sectional elevation, and Fig. 2 a sectional elevation taken along the line 2-2 of Fig. 1. The pump comprises (1) a casing or chamber a in the interior of which cranks b, b<1> revolve and actuate the pump barrel d, (2) a stationary cylindrical piston c, which engages the machined internal faces d<1>, d<2> of the barrel d, and (3) a valve-chamber containing suction and delivery valves of the usual type and connected to the pump barrel by the parts e, e'. As the pump barrel reciprocates and oscillates, liquid is drawn into, and forced out of, the space above and below the piston c in the barrel d.
Patent GB-190320732-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cycles.
Inventor: ZELENKA LEOPOLD
Filed: 1903-09-26
Granted: 1904-08-04
Abstract: 20,732. Zelenka, L. Sept. 26. Bicycles ; driving- mechanism.-A bicycle or other cycle is propelled by means of treadle-levers f suspended by links i and acting on cranks e on an axle b which is mounted in a bracket at the rear of the driving-wheel, and is connected thereto by a chain and sprocket - wheels. The treadle - levers are strengthened by wires m and struts n, and are adjustable in the links i by means of bolts hand slots l. The links are suspended from a block j, Fig. 5, which can be adjusted to different positions on a part k of the frame ; or the links may be suspended from separate blocks q, Fig. 8, which can be adjusted along rods p fixed to the frame tube k.
Patent GB-190321072-A (GB)
Title: Surveying Pole Stand
Inventor: LARMUTH LUKE HAMILTON
Filed: 1903-10-01
Granted: 1903-11-12
Abstract: 21,072. Larmuth, L. H. Oct. 1. Tripod stands; levelling-staves.-A stand for supporting a surveying-pole in a vertical position on uneven ground, consists, as shown, of three metal legs which carry a raised boss pierced with a conical hole which is of greater width at the top than the diameter of the pole. Between each pair of legs a thumbscrew is provided, by means of which the pole may be adjusted. In modifications, one or more legs may be hinged and provided with clamping-screws ; or levelling-screws may be fitted at the ends of the legs.
Patent GB-190321132-A (GB)
Title: Improved Metal Box Roller.
Inventor: JONES WILLIAM HALL
Filed: 1903-10-02
Granted: 1904-08-04
Abstract: 21,132. Jones, W. H., and Jones, B. H. Oct. 2. Metal boxes with castors. - Rollers or castors F for metal boxes are pivoted in a trench G formed on a metal strip A, B, C which is bent as shown for attachment to the bottom and side of the box. The trench has a slit at the base to permit the roller to pass through. The end C of the strip may be prolonged for attachment to the opposite side, and to receive another roller.
Patent GB-190326015-A (GB)
Title: A Folding Deck or Garden Seat.
Inventor: PERL ALBERT HENRY FRANKS
Filed: 1903-11-28
Granted: 1904-10-13
Abstract: 26,015. Perl, A. H. F. Nov. 28. Deck - seats. -A folding deck - seat comprising a series of flexibly-connected slats K, which can be supported by movable brackets F, or pushed back into a casing having ends formed of channel-iron A, A'. When the seat is extended, as shown in Fig. 3, the slats are supported by a channelled portion G of the bracket. To close the seat, the slats are pushed back to the part A<1> and the brackets F are folded inwards, a projection I dropping into a slot in the base J and keeping them in position. At the same time, a switch D is thrown over by a horn H on each bracket, so that, on again pulling forward the slats, they pass down the channels A in front of the casing, closing in the brackets. The slats may be formed with recesses and beads which fit together, and there is a notch M at the back of each, which will take the wire, cord, or other material L on which the slats are strung and prevent it from being exposed, when the seat follows the curved contour of the brackets.
Patent GB-190327049-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Aerial Balloons.
Inventor: BLUNT ARTHUR HENRY PHILIP
Filed: 1903-12-10
Granted: 1904-11-03
Abstract: 27,049. Blunt, A. H. P. Dec. 10. AÙrial machines with aerostats.-A rigid framework is provided inside the balloon, and the gas is expanded for raising the balloon by the admission of steam, and cooled for lowering by water carried in the framework tubes. The material of the envelope is india-rubber, canvas, silk, or other like material, or a combination of india-rubber with any of the others, and spring-steel wires may be embedded crosswise in the fabric except when india-rubber alone is used. A network B, Figs. 1 and 4, of steel wire is attached to the framework for the balloon to collapse upon. The machinery and cars are supported by the framework 0, thusrendering the whole machine compact and more adapted for propulsion by screws. Numerous forms of balloons are shown, Figs. 2 and 5 showing a ring-shaped balloon supporting the body D centrally. Two balloons may be united as shown in Fig. 7, or a train of balloons may be formed. To prevent too great difference of pressure inside and outside the envelope when collapsed on the framework, an india-rubber partition is fitted inside the balloon inside the netting, and two valves in the envelope, one opening inwardly to admit air on exhausting the gas from the inner envelope, which air is forced out again through the other and outwardly-opening valve on restoring the gas. The admission of steam for expanding the gas to raise the balloon is controlled by a valve connected to a spring-controlled piston working in a cylinder attached to the envelope, which closes the valve when the pressure becomes too great. Elastic cords or springs unite the inside surfaces of the balloon to each other or to the framework C, and prevent buckling.
Patent GB-190328807-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sockets for Incandescent Electric Lamps
Inventor: BAKELEY CHARLES
Filed: 1903-12-31
Granted: 1904-04-21
Abstract: 28,807. Bakeley, C., and Schrage, J. H. Dec. 31. Incandescent lamps, holders for, with switches. The line terminals a are connected by screws 4 to the conducting sleeves 3, in the insulating-base 1. The detachable part of the socket is provided with insulating-heads 9, 10, and is connected to the base by the conducting-rods 14, 15, which are fixed in the sleeves 3 by the screws 5. The rod 15 is directly connected to the material of the collar 16. The rod 14 is connected by the nut 30, plates 29, 31 and fuse 33 to the plate 27, and thence. when the switch is on, along the spindle 24, standard 20, and plate 18 to the screw 19. The construction of the switch is identical with that described in the preceding Specification No. 28,806. The whole is enclosed in a cylindrical casing 6 secured by screws 7 to the base 1. The holder may be modified for use with Thomson-Houston lamps. Supporting lamps.-By substituting a base-piece and socket casing of different size and shape, the holder may be converted into a wall socket.
Patent GB-190400315-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Carburetting Air in Internal Combustion Engines
Inventor: DITMAR PETER
Filed: 1904-01-05
Granted: 1904-11-10
Abstract: 315. Ditmar, P. Jan. 5. Gas and explosive-vapour engines, carburetting a n d heating charge in. Combustible mixtures are formed in the combustion chambers of explosion engines by air and hydrocarbons admitted through the valve L, Fig. 1, and the injector I respectively. The fuel enters the injector through the pipe A, and is forced into the combustion chamber by vapours evolved within the injector by the heat of combustion, as soon as the needle valve H is opened by the camactuated rod E and arm F. If necessary, the l i q u i d hydrocarbons may be partly vaporized before entering the cylinder by passing through an elongated tube 0 containing metal filings, iron wire, or other suitable material and heated by the exhaust, The injector I may be provided internally or externally with gauze, wire, or other porous material for a similar purpose. A perforated tube M is arranged in the cylinder to prevent the injected hydrocarbons from meeting the comparatively cold cylinder walls.
Patent GB-190403626-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Rack or Holder for Pan Lids, Pans and the like.
Inventor: BARTON SAMUEL ARTHUR BURGESS
Filed: 1904-02-13
Granted: 1904-09-15
Abstract: 3626. Barton, S. A. B. Feb. 13. R a c k s.-R e - lates to a r a c k or holder for pan lids, pans, and the like. Fig. 1 shows a lid rack, and Fig. 3 a combined lid rack and pan stand. The lid rack is shown in Fig. 1 as formed of rods d extending between wings c of a sheet-metal plate a, which is slotted or formed with lugs for hanging on a wall. The pan stand f, Fig. 3, is formed of rods, angle-iron, or sheet metal. The rack may be made in different lengths, or may be telescopic or adjustable. A cover or covers may be provided.