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Patent GB-190517975-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Closures for Bottles, Decanters and like Receptacles.
Inventor: ZIMMERMAN JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1905-09-05
Granted: 1906-10-04
Abstract: 17,975. Zimmerman, J. W. July 31, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Lids and covers, non-hermetic. - Relates to a bottle or decanter lid, adapted to be opened by the tilting of the vessel. The lid 3 is formed with a rearwardlyextending part 4, to which is attached a stirrup 6 loaded with weights 7. The stirrup 6 is pivoted at 8 to a rearwardly-extending part 9 of a clamp 5 adapted to engage the lip of the bottle. When the bottle is tilted, the lid is raised by the operation of the weights.
Patent GB-190519668-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Furnace Fronts.
Inventor: BROWN DAVID
Filed: 1905-09-29
Granted: 1906-09-29
Abstract: 19,668. Brown, D. Sept. 29. Furnace fronts; doors and door frames.-The plates d, g, which protect the front plate c from the flames, are fitted in such a way that they can be removed easily. The side sections d slide in dovetailed grooves e, formed on the lower part of the furnace front, and are locked in position by the upper section g, which is secured by a catch j to the front plate c. The door frame a also slides in grooves cast on, or bolted to, the front plate.
Patent GB-190521672-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Ampere-hour Motor Meters.
Filed: 1905-10-24
Granted: 1905-12-21
Abstract: 21,672. Allgemeine Elektricitõts-Ges. Oct. 28, 1904, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Quantity meters, motortype. To compensate for temperature errors, resistances W of small or zero temperature coefficient are connected in parallel with the armature coils S. The resistances are arranged to have no turning effect, and to carry the greater portion of the current, so that a rise of temperature produces a reduction in the current in the armature coils to compensate for the reduction of the eddy currents in the brake disk.
Patent GB-190608930-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Reed Organs.
Inventor: PRESTON PERCY C
Filed: 1906-04-12
Granted: 1906-10-25
Abstract: 8930. Preston, P. C. April 12. Organs, harmoniums, and like instruments.-Reed boxes are constructed as shown in sectional plan and elevation in Figs. 1 and 3, respectively, and in perspective in Fig. 5. The reed cells 10 are of uniform width for about one octave at the middle of the register, and gradually widen in both directions, the cells at the treble end more than the others. The front edges of some of the partitions 11 are provided with flanges 15 to restrict the opening of the cells. The reeds are mounted in grooves 12 or in the wider cells in grooved flanges 13. The rear ends of the reed cells are arranged on a line concave with respect to the front of the board. Horizontal partitions or wind guards 18 partly cover the reeds to a gradually increasing extent towards the bass end. The height of the reed cells gradually increases towards the treble end. The resonance cells gradually decrease both in height and depth towards the treble end, and each communicates with two, three, or four reed cells. The partitions 19 in alinement with partitions 11 are formed with a step as shown in Fig. 5, and the height of both parts gradually increases towards the bass end. At the treble end the height is such that the reed cells communicate directly with each other.
Patent GB-190610771-A (GB)
Title: New or Improved Combined Pictorial or other Post Card and Letter Sheet.
Inventor: BLELOCH ROBERT
Filed: 1906-05-08
Granted: 1906-11-15
Abstract: 10,771. Bleloch, R., and Burns, J. S. May 8. Post cards; lettersheets; envelopes.-A pictorial or other post card A, provided with a perforated margin a<1>, is combined with a lettersheet or card extension B having narrow wings b<1>, so that the card forms the back cover and is detachable. Gum is applied to the margin a<1> or in corresponding position on the parts B, b<1>. In closing, the ends are left open or closed according as the parts b<1> or the part B is folded first. The closing arrangement is such that there is no flap or wing folded over on the front or back. According to the Provisional Specification, the wings may be gummed on both sides and tapered or serrated; the letter-sheet may extend from the side of the card ; perforations may be formed to facilitate detachment of the card.
Patent GB-190611946-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Method of Oiling Cricket Bats.
Inventor: HAYWARD WILLIAM
Filed: 1906-05-22
Granted: 1907-04-04
Abstract: 11,946. H a y - ward, W., and Harris, H. G. May 22. Bats.-For the purpose of oiling, cricket bats are placed in a metal bath b, which roughly fits the blade. The bath is then filled with oil, and hung on a nail &c. by the hole h.
Patent GB-190612470-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Spring Wheel for Automobiles, Motorcycles, Cabs, Bath-chairs, Invalid-carriages, Velocipedes, and other Wheeled Vehicles.
Inventor: VALENTINE HAMISH
Filed: 1906-05-29
Granted: 1907-04-25
Abstract: 12,470. Valentine, H. May 29. Spring wheels.-Helical springs in tension are passed alternately from the edges of a wide inner rim D to the centre, or in some cases to the same side, of an outer rim B. The springs are connected to the rims by nipples F, those on the inner rim, in combination with nuts G, serving for adjustment. A flexible cover may be provided, and flanges or arms on the outer rim may overlap the inner rim to ensure lateral stability. [Reference has been directed under Patents Act, 1902, to Specifications No. 17,529, A.D. 1888, No. 15,829, A.D. 1896, No. 18,922, A.D. 1900, and No. 761, A.D. 1905.]
Patent GB-190613773-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Internal Combustion Engines.
Inventor: JUSTICE PHILIP MIDDLETON
Filed: 1906-06-15
Granted: 1907-01-10
Abstract: 13,773. Justice, P. M., [Industrial Development Co.]. June 15. Gas and explosive-vapour engines. - A two-strokecycle continuous-combustion engine with the airpump in line with the main piston has a second auxiliary air - pump, to which the main pump delivers air under pressure. Part of this air is sent into the cylinder by the auxiliary pump, and the remainder is returned to the main pump during the power stroke. Fig. 1 is an elevation partly in section showing the piston B and pump plunger B', the front of which pumps air from the crank chamber to scavenging ports a<2> adjacent to exhaust ports a<3>. The space A<1> forms the main air-pump with inlet and outlet valves a<12>, a<13>, Fig. 4, respectively. By means of a pipe d and check valve d5, air from the space A<1> is delivered to the auxiliary compressor E, whence it is forced into the cylinder along with the fuel at K. The excess of air delivered to the compressor E is returned through an adjustable valve e<3> and port e to the main pump space during its suction stroke. Starting.-A starting-reservoir D may be filled by the main pump, and the engine may be started by opening the valve a<13>.
Patent GB-190618886-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electrodes and Separators for Secondary Batteries.
Inventor: JOEL HENRY FRANCIS
Filed: 1906-08-23
Granted: 1907-08-22
Abstract: 18,886. Joel, H. F. Aug. 23. Secondary batteries.-Relates to secondary batteries having circular electrodes and a porous or perforated separator in combination therewith, whereby ducts or channels are provided for the access and circulation of the electrolyte, the expansion of the electrodes, and the escape of gases, and consists in constructions for effecting this object. In one construction, ribs are formed on the grids and project beyond the active material ; Fig. 1 shows grids with active material M, ribs A projecting therethrough, and a separator S, whereby channels C are formed. In a second construction, shown in Figs. 3 and 4, one electrode consists of flat laminµ of lead mounted on a central lead stem T ; the laminµ are of the shape shown in Fig. 3 and with the separator S form the channels C ; the active material is formed or pasted between the laminae. In a third construction, ribbed or corrugated separators S, Figs. 6 and 7, are employed in combination with plain-surfaced circular electrodes. In the above constructions, the ribs may be vertical or spiral, and may be continuous or broken up into a series of points. The separators may be of porous earthenware, of wood, or of perforated ebonite &c., or, according to the Provisional Specification, of asbestos. The Provisional Specification also describes a construction in which the e'ectrodes are covered with active material and grooves are made in the active material.
Patent GB-190621081-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for the Manufacture of Iron Tubes by Electrodeposition.
Inventor: COWPER-COLES SHERARD OSBORN
Filed: 1906-09-22
Granted: 1907-09-19
Abstract: 21,081. Coles, S. O. Cowper-. Sept. 22. Making iron tubes.-Cathode rollers c, Fig. 1, of iron or other metal or alloy are mounted by pins d upon bearings e in the vat a, the bearings being wholly or in part made of insulating-material to insulate the cathodes from the lead or iron lining of the vat. Each roller is provided at one end with ratchet teeth f so as to be rotated slowly by means of a pawl g, the several pawls being mounted on a reciprocating rod h sliding in brackets h' on the edge of the vat. Each pawl has a joint i so that any one can be thrown out of gear and the roller removed without stopping the others. Cast-iron anodes j, Fig. 2, are connected by rods k to a bus-bar l; in order that they may be approached towards the mandrels as they dissolve away, the anodes are mounted upon inclined wooden blocks m, and are moved up these inclines by means of wedges n, the connexions k sliding in slots in the bar l to allow this movement. Each cathode is provided with a contact-brush carried by a bracket fixed to a common bus-bar.
Patent GB-190622926-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Racks for Toothed Gearing.
Inventor: SHARP RICHARD
Filed: 1906-10-17
Granted: 1907-06-13
Abstract: 22,926. Sharp, R. Oct. 17. Toothed gearing. -Relates to a method of making racks from sheet metal. The sheet is stamped out, as shown in Fig. I, and bent longitudinally on the two lines c' and the line c'. The central portions g are then pressed down to form the completed rack, Fig. IV; the portion e forms the back, and the part f is used for fixing the rack. The hollow teeth may be filled by running in metal. If obtuseangled teeth are desired as shown, Fig. VI, the plate is cut as shown in Fig. V, and bent as before.
Patent GB-190623674-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Closing Key Holes
Inventor: HARANIA JOACHIM
Filed: 1906-10-24
Granted: 1907-07-18
Abstract: 23,674. Harania, J. Oct. 24. Keyholes, obstruction.-To close the keyhole of a door lock, the extension e of a bolt c sliding on guides m, n in a casing a is inserted in .the keyhole, the bolt c also operating a spring hook f, which engages with the edge of the keyhole and is contained in the casing a. The bolt c is prevented from being withdrawn from the casing by the projection k, and is locked to the casing in its shot position by means of a padlock through the holes h, g.
Patent GB-190625298-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Presses for Bricks and the like.
Inventor: SAINT-HUBERT CHARLES GEORGES D
Filed: 1906-11-09
Granted: 1907-08-08
Abstract: 25,298. Saint-Hubert, C. G. de. Nov. 9. Moulding bricks &c.-In a rotary-table press, the exact feed of material to the moulds is obtained by filling them and then causing the bottom plungers to rise by means of an adjustable bridge 7 on the supporting cam-track 6, so that excess is raised above the table and scraped away. The bridge is connected to the track by pivoted portions 19, and is adjusted by cam or crank shafts 8 rotated by means of a screwed red 13 engaging lugs 12 on arms 11 on the rods. Material from a hopper, provided with an oblique grating of knife-shaped bars pointing upwards, falls on to the table at 34, Fig. 6 ; the scraper 22, held down by springs 26, ensures the filling of the mould, and the excess is scraped off by one of the curved walls 20 of the hopper and passes away through the open end 21. A pivoted spring-pressed door 27 in the hopper wall yields to allow any hard body to pass through it.
Patent GB-190625636-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Cramping Machines.
Inventor: RANDALL PHILIP ALBERT
Filed: 1906-11-13
Granted: 1907-08-01
Abstract: 25,636. Randall, P. A. Nov. 13. Cramps.-Cramping- machines are actuated by power in such a manner that the article is either alternately gripped and released, or is gripped and held until released by the action of a treadle. The cramp heads d, e slide in a slot c under the action of screws f, g. The cramp heads are adjusted to a suitable distance apart by rotating a hand-wheel h on the screw f and then clamping the head d in position by a locking-plate i. A spur-wheel j is keyed to the s c r e w g and is driven by a spur-wheel k upon the driving-shaft m. Two loose pulleys n, o and a fast pulley p are mounted on the driving-shaft m. The intermittent reversal of the direction of rotation of the screw g is obtained by means of a worm q gearing with a worm-wheel and which, by means of a crank-pin s, lever t, links v, sliding bar w, and belt forks x, y, effects the shifting of the open and crossed belts alternately from the loose pulleys n, o. A clutch may be provided when it is desired to retain the article in its clamped position, the clutch being automatically operated from the head c and again thrown into gear by a treadle. A helical spring z is placed at the back of the cramp head d to prevent an abnormal strain from being put upon an article. A dovetail groove is provided in the face of each cramp head, into which a packing-piece 19 may be fitted. In the modification shown in Figs. 3 and 4, the screw g is dispensed with, and the pressure stroke of the cramp head is effected by means of an eccentric 1 and sheave 18 through a rod 3. The eccentric shaft 2 is continuously rotated by spurwheels 5, 6 and a driving-pulley 7. The cramp head d may be adjusted by a crank-handle 8 through bevel wheels 9, 10, shaft 11, and spurwheels 12, 13. In the event of the article under ,operation getting out of place, the front part 14 of the cramp head e may be made to slide wlthin the cramp head under the action of a cam 15 mourned upon a spindle 16, which is retated by a hand-lever 17.
Patent GB-190628922-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Intercommunication Telephones and Switches therefor.
Inventor: BELL FRANCIS GEORGE
Filed: 1906-12-18
Granted: 1907-09-12
Abstract: 28,922. Bell, F. G. Dec. 18. Telephone systems; telephones. - In an intercommunication telephone set, the line-selector A is attached to the transmitter M, which is revolubly mounted so as to be agitated by the use of the lineselector. The end of the selector is formed with a hole H which engages with the convex surface of the contact-studs c<1>, c<2>, &c. and thus keeps the selector in position. The indicating numbers may be marked on the centre of the contact-studs, so as to be visible through the hole H, thus avoiding the use of separate number plates. In a modification, the end of the line-selector is forked, as shown in Fig. 3.
Patent GB-190629391-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Illuminated Signs or Advertisements.
Inventor: HARRIS FRED THOMAS
Filed: 1906-12-24
Granted: 1907-05-30
Abstract: 29,391. Harris, F. T. Dec. 24. Advertising; signs.-Relatesto illuminated signs or advertisements of the type in which the letters or other devices are mounted on a conical frame and a source of light and a reflector are arranged centrally in front, and consists in choosing the angle of the reflector so that the rays of light from it just include a ring of the size to illuminate the letters thoroughly, and no more. The letters are attached to the annular ring b, Fig. 2, of the frame a. A conical reflector d and lamp e are fixed to the apex of the frame. The angle of the reflector is such that it just includes the outer edge of the letters. In a modification, Fig. 3, one letter only may be attached to the frame.
Patent GB-190700350-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Quadrants, Surveying an Astronomical Instruments.
Inventor: MCLACHLAN ROBERT WILLIAM
Filed: 1907-01-07
Granted: 1907-10-31
Abstract: 350. McLachlan, R. W. Jan. 7. Surveying-instruments.-Relates to means of the kind described in Specification No. 11,004, A.D. 1905, for obtaining coarse and fine adjustments in quadrants, sextants, theodolites, &c. A worm &c. on the lower face of the flange A' engages curved grooves on the arm D, and gives the fine adjustment ; and, by pressing in the arm C, so that the sleeve A is raised against the force of the spring E', the worm is taken out of engagement and coarse adjustments can be made. In the modification shown in Fig. 8, the fine adjustment is made as before, and coarse adjustment is effected by means of the bevel rack R, with which bevel teeth on the upper face of the flange A' engage when the sleeve A is raised.
Patent GB-190700512-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Apparatus for the Filling of Syphons, Bottles and the like Aerated Waters.
Inventor: SHARMAN FREDERICK
Filed: 1907-01-08
Granted: 1908-01-08
Abstract: 512. Sharman, F. Jan. 8. Bottling.-An apparatus for filling siphon and other bottles with aerated liquid comprises a hollow standard through which passes a rod, carrying a stool or frame for the bottle or siphon, and raised by a foot-lever to press the neck or spout against a nozzle fitted to the discharge passage n of a filling- head. Separate nozzles are fitted to suit siphon and other bottles. The filling-head contains a valve p, which connects the aerated-water inlet m with the discharge passage n and is opened by depressing a piece u against the valve stem r by a hand-lever. The piece u is normally raised out of contact with the valve stem by a spring 3 so as to leave open a passage s in the valve stem, through which the pressure in the bottle neck is snifted. The passage s is closed when the piece u is depressed to open the valve p.
Patent GB-190701455-A (GB)
Title: Improved Condensation System applicable to Locomotives.
Inventor: GADDA GIUSEPPE
Filed: 1907-01-19
Granted: 1907-10-31
Abstract: 1455. Gadda, G., and Beluzzo, G. Jan. 19, 1906, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Condensers.-In locomotives provided with condensing-apparatus, the radiator R, shown in plan, which acts as condenser or cooler, is sprayed, as by pipes t, with some appropriate liquid substance, such as the hot water of the condenser, which in evaporating intensifies the cooling. The vacuum in the radiator is obtained by means of an air-pump A. The evaporation of the cooling liquid is assisted by the movement of the locomotive through the air. In a modification, surface condensers are employed to condense the exhaust steam, the circulating water being passed through the radiator.
Patent GB-190703775-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Couplings for Railway Vehicles.
Inventor: MARKS HENRY JAMES
Filed: 1907-02-15
Granted: 1908-01-23
Abstract: 3775. Marks, H. J. Feb. 15. Couplings, automatic.-An automatic coupling, which can be readily released, comprises the coupling-member c which is pivoted between arms b and is adapted, when in the coupling position as shown on the left-hand vehicle, Fig. 1, to engage over a pin f between the arms b on an adjacent vehicle. The arms b are connected to the ordinary draw-hook a by cross-pins d, e. The coupling- member c is jointed to arms g, which can be raised by means of a cross-bar i or an arm on a rotary cross-shaft, to turn the member c into the uncoupling position shown on the right-hand vehicle. The member c is held in the coupling position by the engagement of notches h in the arms g with a cross-pin j. The coupling can be turned up to allow the ordinary draw-hook a to be used.
Patent GB-190710145-A (GB)
Title: Machine or Casting-box for Making Stereotype Plates.
Inventor: HADDAN HERBERT JOHN
Filed: 1907-05-01
Granted: 1908-04-30
Abstract: 10,145. Haddan, H. J., [Duplex Printing Press Co.]. May 1. Stereotype.-A machine for casting curved stereotypes comprises a convex cope 2 secured to the frame 1, and a drag 3 with matrix-clamps 3<a>, supported on rails 1<c> by rollers 3<c> mounted on trunnions 3<b>. The drag is moved to and from the cope by handles 3<d>, and is turned from the horizontal to the vertical position or the reverse by a roller 3<f> which travels in a slot 1<e> in the frame. In the casting position, the drag rests against bars 2<d> secured by bolts 2<e> to the back of the cope. In order to clamp the drag 3 in the casting position, it is provided with studs 3<g> which are adapted to be engaged by hooks 4<g> loosely mounted on an eccentric shaft 4, and formed with circular slots 4<d> in which engage pins 4<c> on collars rigidly secured to the shaft. Rollers on the shaft 4 engage the edge of the drag in the casting position, and as the handle 4<x> is moved from the lower to the upper position shown in Fig. 2, force it away from the cope. When the pin 4<c> engages the end of the slot 4<d> the hook 4<g> is disengaged, leaving the drag free to be turned back into the horizontal position. The trunnions 3<b> are located at or near the centre of gravity of the drag.
Patent GB-190715796-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Flying Machines.
Inventor: SIMMS FREDERICK RICHARD
Filed: 1907-07-09
Granted: 1908-06-11
Abstract: 15,796. Simms, F. R. July 9. Drawings to Specification. Gyroscopic apparatus.-A gyrostat comprising two disks rotating in opposite directions is used to improve the stability of an aerial machine, and means may be provided to increase the speed of the disks automatically if the machine tilts. The gyrostat may be driven by a motor the throttle valve of which is controlled by a pendulum which operates to open the throttle valve when any tilting of the machine takes place.
Patent GB-190716780-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus for Magnetic Separation of Ore.
Filed: 1907-07-22
Granted: 1908-09-22
Abstract: 16,780. Metallurgiska Patent-Aktiebolaget. July 28, 1906, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Magnetic separators.-In a magnetic separator of the kind described in Specification No. 21u, A.D. 1907, an endless non-magnetic band is substituted for the revolving drum described in that Specification. The endless band B moves at a suitable distance above the water current carrying the ore, and above the lower leaf are arranged the elongated pole-pieces of the electro-magnets D, D<1>. The water carrying the pulverized ore is supplied through a conduit E to a vessel F, the ore being kept near the upper surface of the current by a water current issuing from a jet H. The magnetic particles are drawn out of the water and carried by the belt until they pass beyond the influence of tue magnets. The particles not so strongly magnetic are attracted to the surface of the water current and are carried over the partitiou N into the overflow 0. The non-magnetic particles fall into the receptacle K. The apparatus may be duplicated, as shown in Fig. 1, when a further separation is desired, water jets T being arranged to wash the magnetic particles off the belt. The belt may be arranged to travel at right-angles to the flow of the current, as shown in Fig. 4, the receptacle for the particles carried by the belt being arranged at the side of the vessels F, K. The Specification in the original form as published under the Act of 1901 comprises also the statement that where separation of the ore into two grades only is desired, the cock L may be set so that no water passes over the partition N, all the material, not carried by the belt then being collected by the receptacle K. This subject - matter does not appear in the Complete Specification as accepted.