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Patent GB-191306752-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Counting Revolutions and Indicating Direction of Rotation.
Inventor: MCNAB ALEXANDER
IPC: G06M1/04
Filed: 1913-03-19
Granted: 1914-03-19
Abstract: 6752. McNab, A. March 19. Counters actuated by pneumatie means; movements counted independently of direction of moving part.-Apparatus for counting the number of revolutions of a shaft, and for indicating its direction of rotation, comprises a plunger D reciprocated within a cylinder A by a part of the engine B, the resultant compression of the air within the cylinder being transmitted by a tube E to a cylinder and plunger G, F and causing a rocking movement of a bellcrank lever H. The upper arm of the lever engages between two projections on a spring- controlled reciprocating slide L, some lost motion being allowed; the slide is provided with two pawls M, M<1> on either side of a ratchetwheel N on the spindle of the counter, one adapted to drive the wheel on the down-stroke of the slide and the other on the up-stroke. Anv suitable counting apparatus can be provided. To ensure that the stroke of the plunger F does not diminish in length, a non-return valve is fitted at S, allowing air to be drawn into the tube E &c. on the up-stroke of the plunger D. When a second apparatus is provided, one is arranged to count revolutions in one direction, and the other in the opposite direction; the direction of rotation of the shaft is ascertained by observing which counter is being actuated.
Patent GB-191308394-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Buckles.
Inventor: HADDAN REGINALD
IPC: A44B11/02
Filed: 1913-04-09
Granted: 1913-09-18
Abstract: 8394. Haddan, R., [Warner Bros. Co.]. April 9. B u c k l e s . - A buckle comprises a slotted plate having top and bottom bars 8, 9, Fig. 4, a n d a depressed central bar 11. The bar 9 has backwardlyturned teeth 13 and the top bar 8 has a backwardly - turned lug 12 between sockets 16, Fig. 3, in which is pivoted a loop 17 to which one end of the strap is attached. The buckle is strung so as to have a "rustless" back as shown in Fig. 4. In a modification, the bars 8, 9, and 11 are in the same plane ; and in a further modification, Fig. 7, a finger-piece 18 is shown extending beyond the teeth 13.
Patent GB-191308828-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Treatment of Slates or the like.
Inventor: PERCIVAL ALEXANDER PHILIP
IPC: C04B41/50
Filed: 1913-04-15
Granted: 1914-04-09
Abstract: 8828. Percival, A. P., and Matthews, F. E. April 15. Stone, colouring.-The colour of slates is modified by roasting them, preferably in an oxidizing-atmosphere, the temperature being gradually raised to about 500-700‹ C. The roasted slates may be stained with an iron salt solution, or with solutions which react and form precipitates within the pores, the solutions being forced in if necessary. If desired, the slates may be again roasted.
Patent GB-191321910-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Time Recorders for Locks.
Inventor: DOYLE JOHN JOSEPH
IPC: E05B39/04
Filed: 1913-09-29
Granted: 1914-02-19
Abstract: 21,910. Doyle, J. J. Sept. 29. Recording particular operations; drum apparatus.-A bolt C<1> of a lock carries a cam plate L having a cam-slot L<1>, of the shape shown, engaging a wrist-pin K<2> of a cranked rod K which operates a projection H<2> of a nut H carrying, on a pivot pin G<2> inclined to its axis, a stylus G pressed forward by a spring G<3>. The nut H travels on a screw I, which is geared with, and rotates at the same speed as, a drum D driven by clock-work E and provided with a record-sheet F on which the stylus G is adapted to mark. In shooting the bolt C<1>, the wristpin K<2>, beginning to move along the slot L', first brings the stylus G in contact with the record-sheet; further movement of the pin along the part L<3> of the slot causes the stylus to swing on its pivot G<2> against the pressure of the spring G', thereby making the check mark F<4> at right-angles to the direction of travel of the record-sheet; the final movement of the pin along the upwardly-inclined end portion L<5> of the slot allows the stylus, under the influence of the spring G<3>, to swing back about half-way on its pivot G<2> and make the mark F<5>, after which it continues to mark a line F<6> until the bolt C<1> is withdrawn, whereupon reverse movements take place.
Patent GB-191326533-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Stowage, Deck Transport and Launching of Ships' Boats.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PETER
IPC: B63B23/18
Filed: 1913-11-19
Granted: 1915-02-25
Abstract: 26,533. Thompson, W. P., Addison, L., and Carey, S. J. Nov. 19. Stowing boats; boat-launching apparatus.-Boats are mounted on a cantilever bogie running on the deck. The bogie and boat are transferred by a pivoted bulwark to launching-rails running down the side of the ship. The bogie 15 is moved about the deck on rollers 16, which may work in suitable deck rails. When the boat is to be launched, rollers 13 on the side of the bogie are run into engagement with horizontal rails 17 on a vertically pivoted bulwark 8. The bulwark and boat are moved outboard until the rails 17 are in alinement with launching-rails 3 secured to the hull. The boat and bogie are then lowered to the water down the rails 3 under the control of a fall passing over a davit held to a winch. As a modification, a passenger bogie is described, working on vertical rails on the side of the ship and used for the conveyance of passengers from the deck to a launched boat. The boats are stowed in hangars, and are supported in position by slings 38 made of cork slabs strung on wires and provided with central keel supports 42. Coal bogies running on the aunching and deck rails are used for the transport of coal from and to the bunkers.
Patent GB-191401309-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and appertaining to Life Guards for Tramcars and the like.
Inventor: PHILIPSON WILLIAM
IPC: B61F19/02
Filed: 1914-01-17
Granted: 1915-01-07
Abstract: 1309. Philipson, W., Philipson, T. W. H., and Philipson, P. C. Jan. 17. Wheel-guards and obstruction - removers. - Side guards for tramcars &c., for use beneath the vehicle steps or other parts with small head-room, are adapted to move rearwards and upwards, and at the front end are provided with a contact-head of large area to prevent injury to a person on the track who might be struck by the end of the guard. As shown in Fig. 1, the side guard comprises a single bar a pivoted to links b, which are slotted over pins b<1> so that the guard can rise vertically or swing upon the pins b<1>. A broad front part d is pivoted at d<1> to the bar a and is kept normally vertical bv a chain or spring f. When the bar a rises, the weight of the part d causes it to become horizontal. The space below the step &c. may be further filled in by chains g. In place of the part d, a short gate m may be pivoted to the step or frame and adapted to bear upon or be otherwise connected to the ordinary trip-gate n, Fig. 6, so that the main guard is operated when the gate m is struck. The gate m may be slotted as shown at m<1>, Fig. 9. The links b may be pivoted to links h, in turn pivoted to the step or car frame.
Patent GB-191404757-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Fuel Briquettes.
Inventor: PETERS THOMAS HENRY
IPC: C10L5/12
Filed: 1914-02-24
Granted: 1914-04-30
Abstract: 4757. Peters, T. H., Peters, T. H., Tuxford, G. L., and Tuxford, C. P. Feb. 24. Composition fuel. - A mixture of 1 cwt. of Portland cement, 5 lb. of ochre. and 5 oz. of potassium permanganate with 1 ton of small coal, coke, or peat is damped and moulded.
Patent GB-191407632-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Gas-fired Furnaces or Kilns.
Inventor: TOOTH LOUIS FREDERICK
IPC: F23C99/00
Filed: 1914-09-28
Granted: 1915-03-18
Abstract: 7632. Tooth, L. F. Sept. 28. [Addition to 1772/13.] - Gaseous-fuel furnaces.-Comprises modifications in the gas-fire furnace described in the parent Specification, having inclined-floor combustion chambers tapering alternately to opposite sides of the furnace. In one modification, Fig. 1, the burners a are inserted through openings b in the floors of the combustion chambers c, and are directed on to the lower side of the hearth. Secondary air is supplied through passages e in alinement with the combustion chambers, opening either directly through the wall of the furnace as shown, or communicating with the atmosphere through vertical flues in the wall. In another modification, Fig. 3, in which the burners project through openings a<1> as described in the parent Specification, the secondary air is supplied through passages k opening at an angle into the combustion chambers. Alternatively, the air-supply openings may pass directly through the floors of the combustion chambers. In all cases, suitable valves may be provided-for regulating the supply of air.
Patent GB-191416437-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Air Compressors.
IPC: F04B39/08
Filed: 1914-07-09
Granted: 1915-01-07
Abstract: 16,437. Ateliers de Constructions Electriques du Nord et de l'Est. July 21, 1913, [Convention date]. Valves and cocks, arrangement of.-In an air - compressor of the kind having a piston valve controlling the inlet and delivery ports and opening the inlet port when the clearance space pressure has decreased to the normal inlet pressure, this valve 7 is arranged to move into a cylindrical chamber 13 leading to the delivery outlet 12 of the compressor, so that the head of the piston valve controls the opening and closing of the delivery port, and its face controls the inlet port 11. The valve may be disposed at 150 degrees lead to the compressor piston 2, the valve and piston being operated from a single crank-shaft.
Patent GB-191418152-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Stencil Printing or Duplicating Apparatus.
Inventor: STACEY EDWARD ARTHUR
IPC: B41L13/02
Filed: 1914-07-31
Granted: 1915-07-15
Abstract: 18,152. Stacey, E. A. July 31. Sheet-registering devices.-Stencil printing or duplicating apparatus of the kind in which the printing-frame carrying the stencil is hinged to the bed and is raised by a spring, is provided with disappearing sheet-registering guides which slide in grooves in the base o, Fig. 2, and comprise bent ribbon springs c<3>, Fig. 9, attached to thumb pieces c' and pressed upwards against a graduated metal cover plate a' by a spring a<6>. The printing - frame, on its descent, depresses the springs c<3> through holes b<1> in the platen b. When large sheets are to be printed, the register guides can be rendered ineffective by retracting the thumb pieces, when the spring c<3> will be depressed by engagement with a cross-bar a<5> on the cover-plate a<3>.
Patent GB-191424270-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Life-saving Apparatus for use in all Waters.
Inventor: ROWE ARTHUR PERCIVAL
IPC: B63C9/15
Filed: 1915-05-28
Abstract: 24,270. Rowe, A. P., and Ardrey, F. E. May 28, 1915. Clips, pivoted-jaw.-A clip, for use in connexion with life-saving belts or garments in which two india-rubber or like chambers containing chemicals are connected by a neck from which the clip can be readily released, is formed in two readily detachable parts R, N, which are fitted through sheaths formed by a strip of india-rubber affixed externally on each side of the neck connecting the chambers C. In the form shown, the member R of the clip is provided with a closed slot, in which is a rivet U connecting a ring X and a loop Y carrying a cord Z. The member N has a slot V adapted to fit over the rivet U, and a tongue S adapted to engage a slot T in the member R. The ring X, in its upper position, holds the members N, R in engagement, gripping the neck of the belt, and on pulling the cord Z, the member N is released at its lower end, and the belt is automatically inflated.
Patent GB-191424496-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Cooling Electric Motors.
Inventor: NOLAN JOHN WILLIAM
IPC: H02K9/06
Filed: 1914-12-22
Granted: 1915-07-29
Abstract: 24,496. Nolan, J. W. Feb. 2, [Convention date]. Motors, cooling; armatures and field magnets, cooling. - Chambers 1 are arranged at the ends of a motor M and communicate with one another through interfitting pipes 7; air is directed into the motor at its ends by means of a fan 9 inside a chamber 1. The airinlet pipe 13 may have a strainer 14 for separating dust &c. Fan blades or buckets 17 may be fastened to the armature R. The air, after cooling the rotor windings, issues through openings O<1> in the stator S. The chambers 1 may be detachable and may be provided with covered hand-holes 16.
Patent GB-191424693-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Fastening Devices for Doors, Casements and the like.
Inventor: FRANCE ARTHUR GRAHAM
IPC: E05C19/18
Filed: 1914-12-28
Granted: 1915-12-23
Abstract: 24,693. France, A. G. Dec. 28. Portable fasteners.-In a portable fastener for doors, casements, &c. of the type shown, the blade a is of thin steel bent back at c and terminating in one or more teeth. As a result of this construction, the teeth do not penetrate deeply or damage the door jamb unless an actual attempt is made to force the door. Key rings.-When the device is to be carried on a key ring in the pocket, the bar e which is passed through the hole b in front of the door may be the key ring or carrier itself. To prevent damage to the pocket, a guard h may be provided, which can be placed in the position shown in Fig. 4 over the terminal teeth.
Patent GB-191506812-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Laundry and like Irons.
IPC: D06F75/02
Filed: 1915-05-06
Abstract: 6812. Hercules Engineering Co., and Alexander, H. May 6. Fluid-heated hand-irons; hand-iron handles. -Hand-irons heated by superheated low-pressure steam or other hot gas are constructed with an upper chamber c, preferably filled with slagwool &c., and with a lower chamber b to which the heating-fluid is admitted through a pipe h from a union k. The outlet passage l, formed in the wall of the iron, is inclined or conical, so that when the iron is out of use and placed vertically on a stand &c., the water of condensation is drained from the chamber b. The cover e is preferably detachable and lined with an asbestos layer g, and carries the handle f. Unions d<1> in a partition d dividing the upper and lower chambers provide access to the lower chamber.
Patent GB-191507995-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus for the Disposal of Sewage.
Inventor: BEATTIE WILLIAM
IPC: C02F3/28
Filed: 1915-05-29
Abstract: 7995. Beattie, W. May 29. Tanks or chambers for treatment of sewage fom country houses &c. have wire gratings b on which growth of liquefying bacteria takes place. A sheet c of galvanized iron dips into the sewage to intercept grease.
Patent GB-191510533-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Manufacture of Stuffed Cloth Dolls and like Toys.
Inventor: MCMILLAN ADELAIDE
IPC: A63H3/02
Filed: 1915-07-20
Granted: 1915-11-04
Abstract: 10,533. McMillan, A. July 20. Animals and dolls.- Relates to a method of manufacturing stuffed rag dolls or animals, and of joining the limbs to the body portion. The head and trunk are formed of four pieces of cloth, which are sewn together along their edges f. To facilitate the formation of the neck, two portions are removed from the front sections and the edges are joined along the lines h, i. The arms j are each formed from two pieces of cloth joined along the seam k, and are joined to the body by a tab n, and by a web formed in the trunk, the web, in addition, limiting the upward movement of the arms. The upper end of each leg is sewn to form a tab, which is sewn into the bottom of the trunk. The knee joint is formed by stitching the front portion of the leg to the rear, the stitching being in the form of an arc of a circle. The toes and ankles may be formed by drawing the opposite sides of the material together. The trunk may be of double thickness, so that the inner portion may be drawn together at the neck to prevent the filling of the head from passing down into the trunk. Cork is preferably used as the stuffing-material.
Patent GB-191512727-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Portable Seats.
Inventor: SAYER ROBERT COOKE
IPC: A45B5/00
Filed: 1915-09-06
Abstract: 12,727. Sayer, R. C. Sept. 6. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Folding seats.-A walking-stick seat comprises a stick a having a collar b to which are hinged arms d, which are retained in position for use as a seat by means of a cord e, passed through eyelets f in the arms and tied. The arms are adapted to be folded as shown in dotted lines, and are secured to a handle g by means of the cord, which is untied and passed through holes g<3>, g<4> in the handle and then secured. A similar arrangement of arms may be used as a support for the stick.
Patent GB-191513216-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electrical Methods for Sounding of Church and other Bells.
Inventor: SOUTHGATE THOMAS LEA
IPC: G10K1/34
Filed: 1915-09-16
Abstract: 13,216. Southgate, T. L. Sept. 16. Electric clocks.-A pendulum upon which a contact is mounted is maintained in oscillation electromagnetically so that the contact is continuously brought into and out of engagement with a series of fixed contacts, and circuits are completed to electro-magnets which operate bells as described in Specification 14,027/13 [Class 88 (ii), Musical instruments, Automatic]. The pendulum consists of a bar A pivoted between its ends at B, provided with an adjustable weight at its lower end, and carrying at the other the armature D of an electro-magnet C, the circuit of which is controlled by the switch 0, P operated by the pendulum. The switch referred to consists of an adjustable contact-rod O dipping into a mercury-cup P and secured to a plate F pivoted at F<1> and adjustably weighted at I so as normally to raise the contact-rod from the mercury cup. The plate F carries on the pivot G<1>, a second plate G, the movement of which in one direction is limited by the stop K on the plate F. A pin H projects from the plate G into the path of a pin J projecting transversely from the upper end of the pendulum. In the position shown, the operative circuit of the pendulum is closed, and the armature D is attracted through a quarter of a complete oscillation, during which movement the contact O is further immersed in the mercury cup until, at the end of the movement the pin H escapes from the pin J and the plate F swings by gravity into engagement with the adjustable stop L, breaking the magnet circuit. The pendulum then swings back through half a complete oscillation, the pin J lifting the plate G and passing to the other side.of the pin H, so that, as the armature again swings towards the electro-magnet under gravity action, the contact plate F is carried with it, and, when the position shown in Fig. 1 is reached, the circuit is again closed and the armature attracted to maintain the swing.
Patent GB-191513245-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Reciprocating Engines.
Inventor: PEPPERS WILLIAM JOHN
IPC: F16H25/12
Filed: 1915-09-16
Abstract: 13,245. Peppers, J. W., and Marchese, F. Sept. 16. Engines with main shaft parallel to axis of cylinder; driving-gear. - In the motor shown in Fig. 2, the opposite pistons in cylinders 1-4 are connected together and carry crossheads having rotatable pins 30 engaging a groove 35 in a drum 34 on the mainshaft 33. The cross-head, Fig. 7, has a disk-shaped part 13 carrying an internally and externally coned sleeve 16. Into this sleeve is screwed an internally-coned sleeve 23, upon which is mounted an externally-coned nut 26. The pin 30 is mounted on balls as shown, and rollers 22, 29, which travel on guides 50, are mounted on external balls 20, 27. Lift valves arranged in the ends of the cylinders are actuated by tappet members 44, 45 operated by cams 46 on the shaft 33.
Patent GB-191513679-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Electromagnetically-operated Brake or other Mechanisms.
Inventor: LEWIS ROBERT STANLEY
IPC: B60T13/74
Filed: 1915-09-25
Abstract: 13,679. Lewis, R. S. Sept. 25. Electro-magnets.-The length of the stroke of an electro - magnet for operating brake or other apparatus is increased by connecting the armature E through the medium of a liquid D, such as oil, to a secondary member F having smaller diaphragm surface than the armature. The shell or outer pole of the electro-magnet is extended to form the chamber in which the armature E moves. The chamber F<1> in which the end of the plunger F moves may be formed in the pole A or in the armature E, or it may be a separate unit which can be readily attached or detached from the electromagnet so that different sizes of secondary plungers F may be used. The conduit connecting the chamber D with the chamber F' may be provided with a restriction which will give a dash-pot effect. The surface of the armature E may itself constitute a wall of the chamber D, or a separate wall may be provided on which the armature E bears.
Patent GB-191513748-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fire Extinguishing Apparatus.
Inventor: BRENT CHARLES
IPC: A62C27/00
Filed: 1915-09-27
Abstract: 13,748. Brent, C. Sept. 27. Fire-engines; fireextinguishing by solutions or liquid mixtures. -An apparatus for discharging water impregnated with carbon dioxide, also applicable for discharging pure water, water and carbon dioxide simultaneously, or carbon dioxide alone, comprises a motor 12, a pump 14 adapted to be driven thereby, one or more receptacles 18 for liquefied carbon dioxide, and means for injecting the gas into the stream of water passing through the pump. The gas is led through a valved pipe 33 and an injector 34 into the suction pipe 21 of the pump, and the carbonated water may be passed to a discharge hose 28 or through a pipe 29 to a tank 17. The relative proportion of gas and water may be regulated by valves. When the desired level is reached in the tank 17, the water supply is cut off by closing a valve 23, and the gas alone is passed through the pump to the tank 17 until the required pressure has been reached. The carbonated liquid may be passed to a discharge hose 37 through a pipe 35, or gas alone may be passed to the hose 37 through a pipe 38, or the liquid and gas may be discharged simultaneously. By cutting off the gas supply, plain water may be discharged.