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Patent GB-189705629-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Tea-pots, Coffee-pots, and like Vessels.
Inventor: HAUPTMAN FRANCIS
Filed: 1897-03-03
Granted: 1897-11-20
Abstract: 5629. Hauptman, F. March 3. Tea-pots. - Consists in making the strainer of a separate piece, preferably tubular in form, so as to project into the pot and beyond the tea leaves. The strainer is fixed in the pot, preferably during the glazing process by the glaze which runs down the pot during the firing. The form and position of the strainer prevent the glaze from filling up the holes in it.
Patent GB-189706840-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Leers or Kilns for Annealing Glass.
Inventor: BROGAN ANTHONY DIXON
Filed: 1897-03-16
Granted: 1898-02-26
Abstract: 6840. Brogan, A. D., Malloch, A. M., and Craig, J. March 16. Glass furnaces or kilns.- Relates to "leers or kilns" for annealing glass. A series of frames C carrying the glass plates are passed through the heating-chamber A, which is provided with rails upon two levels in order that the frames C may be raised in an inclined position as shown, and drawn through the chamber by the endless chain G. The ends of the frames are raised by suitable means, such as a wire rope having a hooked end L capable of engaging with the frames. When dealing with large sheets of heavy plate glass, the plate is preferably enclosed within a double frame and carried vertically through the leer. The plates are received at the cool end upon a bogie D<1> similar to that which supplies the leer. In a modification, light A-shaped frames are provided with wheels to run on rails on the kiln floor.
Patent GB-189707223-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Sound-producing Devices.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1897-03-19
Granted: 1897-06-05
Abstract: 7223. Thompson, W. P., [Trudeau, J. A. G.]. March 19. Barometers; thermometers. - Relates to apparatus for producing sound which may be employed in connection with barometers, thermometers, and analogous instruments. A number of electromagnets d set in a frame are supplied with alternating currents, and act on a magnet plate e or diaphragm. A diaphragm may be placed at each end of the magnets.
Patent GB-189708302-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Cigarette Trimming and Pressing Machine for Hand or Mechanical Operation.
Inventor: GEORGH EMIL
Filed: 1897-03-31
Granted: 1897-05-15
Abstract: 8302. Georgii, E. March 31. Cigarette -making machines.-Consists of a machine for trimming or cutting-off the ends of cigarettes and simultaneously pressing them into the desired form. An endless chain or band A passing over the rollers B, B' carries clamping-pieces C, in which the cigarettes x are placed by hand. The cover C' is shut down upon the cigarette by the action of the pin m<1> and spring m, and the ends are trimmed by circular knives D, sufficient pressure to shape the cigarette being simultaneously applied by the rollers E, H. The covers open by their own weight to discharge the trimmed cigarettes into the receptacle z, and are maintained open while passing the roller B by the action of the pin n on the arms c<2> which project in rear of each cover. The machine is driven by hand or power.
Patent GB-189710539-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Manufacture of Tubes.
Inventor: WRIGHT ALFRED CECIL
Filed: 1897-04-27
Granted: 1898-06-27
Abstract: 10,539. Wright, A. C. April 27. Drawing.-Tubes, rods, and wire of copper, steel, &c. are coated with soft or antifriction metal, preferably consisting of a mixture of tin and lead, which acts as a lubricant during the drawing process. Weldless steel tubes for cycles &c. are coated with the soft metal, drawn, without annealing &c., through five or six dies. The tube is loosened, but not taken off its mandrel, after passing through each die.
Patent GB-189712486-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or Applicable to Pneumatic Tyres for Vehicles and Pneumatic Saddles for Velocipedes.
Inventor: HODKINSON WILSON
Filed: 1897-05-20
Granted: 1898-03-26
Abstract: 12,486. Hodkinson, W. and Moorhouse, S. May 20. Wheels with air-compressing appliances.- In the means shown for automatically retaining the air pressure in pneumatic tyres, the air tube a is connected with an air pump b, of which the piston is attached to a rod d passing across the whole diameter of the wheel, its free end being suitably guided and provided with a foot d<1> adapted to touch the ground whenever the tyre requires inflating
Patent GB-189717485-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wheels for Vehicles.
Inventor: BRIERLEY WALTER
Filed: 1897-07-26
Granted: 1897-09-11
Abstract: 17,485. B r i e r l e y , W., [Slomka, C.]. July 26. Spring wheels; hubs ; felloes or rims.-Wheels are made of one or more spring-acting bent parts b, the inner ends of which are fixed in apertures in a nave a, while the outerportions form the rim c, which may be provided with an india-rubber tyre.
Patent GB-189718332-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means to be Used in the Tanning of Hides and Skins.
Inventor: THIBAUT EUGENE JOSEPH
Filed: 1897-08-06
Granted: 1897-10-09
Abstract: 18,332. Thibaut, E. J. Aug. 6. Tanning.-Hides and skins are tanned in a drum a of prefarably square cross-section, being stretched parallel to one another and to the axis of rotation by means of chains n and staples l. The tanning- liquor is supplied through the hollow axle e. Doors b and a discharge outlet k are provided.
Patent GB-189808274-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Electric Bells.
Inventor: OPPENHEIMER HERMANN
Filed: 1898-04-07
Granted: 1899-03-18
Abstract: 8274. Oppenheimer, H. April 7. Electric bells.-A bell for use in mines, chemical works, dye-works, breweries, &c. has the armature K and hammer H mounted on opposite ends of a pin A which is passed through the base, gas-tight and liquid-tight, either by grooving and packing the pin or passing it through a gland stuffing-box. The cover D is packed with a paraffined cord &c. S, and the terminals are insulated in a cast-iron box G filled with paraffin wax and provided with a cover d. The armature is held clear of the magnet by a spring F, and is balanced by the hammer. The parts may, however, be arranged in any suitable way on the base. The bell is stated to be somewhat similar to that described in Specification No. 7492, A.D. 1892.
Patent GB-189810403-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Shackles applicable for Anchors or Anchor Chains.
Inventor: HAASE CHARLES
Filed: 1898-05-06
Granted: 1898-06-11
Abstract: 10,403. Haase, C. May 6. Shackles. - The pin 3 is formed with a central feather 7, and the link 4 with a corresponding slot 9 set at an angle to its axis ; one of the eyes of the shackle is also formed with a taper dovetailed slot 5 into which a wooden key is driven after the pin has been passed into position.
Patent GB-189812395-A (GB)
Title: Self Acting Vermin Trap.
Inventor: PIKE ERNEST JOSEPH
Filed: 1898-06-02
Granted: 1899-05-06
Abstract: 12,395. Pike, E. J. June 2. Traps.-Relates to a self-setting trap for rats and the like. The trap consists of a wirework receptacle X having one end formed by two fixed portions x and x<1>, with an opening between them closed by the horizontal pivoted trap door or platform A with an inclined tail piece A' covered with wood or the like a<1> to form a passage up to the platform A. A second platform B is pivoted beneath the platform A, and the tail piece B' is formed with an upturned portion b<1> which engages the end of the tail piece A' in such a way as to prevent the rats in the trap from opening the platforms A and B by pulling from underneath. The portion b<1> does not, however, prevent the platforms from falling, as shown in dotted lines, under the weight of an animal upon the platform A.
Patent GB-189816322-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pumping Engines.
Inventor: NEWTON HENRY EDWARD
Filed: 1898-07-26
Granted: 1898-09-10
Abstract: 16,322. Newton, H. E., [Worthington, C. C.]. July 26. Pump valves and valve gear.-To positively close the valves as the plunger reaches the end of its stroke, the fluid pressure is applied to them under the control of valve mechanism actuated by a moving part of the pump. In the case of a duplex pump, each valve is connected to a piston working in a cylinder the upper end of which is connected alternately with a pressure supply such as the force main, and to exhaust. The connections are made by two valve mechanisms, of one of which Fig. 8 is a section. In the position shown, pressure water is being admitted by the port 5, the port in the rotary valve t, and the pipes 24, 27, to the controlling-cylinder of a delivery and suction valve respectively, while the cylinders of the other delivery and suction valve are connected by the port 7 and pipes, not shown, to the exhaust. In a modification, Fig. 10, the passages between the delivery chambers and the delivery main are controlled by valves u operated by a piston 37, which is acted on by fluid pressure controlled by a valve w. In a modification, applied to another type of pump, the suction-valve stem 106, Fig. 15, is provided with differential pistons 107, 107<a>, of which the former has the greater area, while the area of the latter is not greater than that of the suction valve seat. The space between the pistons 107, 107<a> is always under the delivery pressure, while the top of the piston 107 is alternately exposed by means of the valve 142, to the delivery pressure to accelerate the closing of the valve at the end of the stroke of the main plunger, and to the suction to allow the valve to open. The delivery valve may be similarly actuated. A slight modification of this construction is described. In another modification, Fig. 17, the suction and delivery valves A<3>, A<4> are provided with plungers g, g<4>, projecting into a chamber B<3> where, by means of the valve C<3> and appropriate passages, they are exposed to the delivery and suction pressure alternately. The valves A<3>, A<4>, C<3> may be contained in an independent casing which is connected at any convenient point to the pump. Slight modifications, applied to other types of pump, are described.
Patent GB-189820578-A (GB)
Title: Improved Blacking or Plumbago Duster.
Inventor: ROBINSON JAMES HERBERT
Filed: 1898-09-29
Granted: 1898-12-03
Abstract: 20,578. Robinson, J. H. Sept. 29. Moulding.- Moulders' blacking or plumbago dusters comprise a bag A fitted with a draw-string C and provided with a piece of leather D by which they are attached to their handles E by means of screws or a spring clip F.
Patent GB-189821837-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Invisible or Illusive Screens to Hide Soldiers or Sportsmen in the Field.
Inventor: GUINNESS CHARLES DAVIS
Filed: 1898-10-17
Granted: 1899-09-09
Abstract: 21,837. Guinness, C. D. Oct. 17. Screens, military.-Canvas or network screens for hiding soldiers or sportsmen in the field are supported by poles provided with struts, stands, guy ropes, or the like, and are packed with twigs, branches, grass, &c., or the canvas may be painted to represent bushes, trees, &c. The screens may be made of triangular or other shape, and are raised by cords e passing over pulleys d at the upper ends of the poles. Holes or apertures are made at intervals in the screens for sighting or firing purposes.
Patent GB-189907309-A (GB)
Title: A New and Improved Combined Food Warmer and Nigh Light.
Inventor: HARRISON WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-04-07
Granted: 1900-02-17
Abstract: 7309. H a r - r i s o n, W. April 7. Night lamps.- A combined foodwarmer and night lamp or light is shown in Fig. 1. The lamp G screws into the base, and the reflector H fits in a groove so that it may be turned into position.
Patent GB-189909359-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Steam Boilers.
Inventor: WAGSTAFF WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-05-03
Granted: 1900-02-24
Abstract: 9359. Wagstaff, W. May 3. Smoke-consuming in steam boilers. A central combustion chamber E is located between two collecting-chambers C, C, into which the furnace flues open. The chambers C and E are connected together by short flues D, D, and from the bottom of the chamber E a flue leads to the uptake as shown. Air to complete the combustion of the furnace gases is delivered into the chamber E through perforated tubes H, H. Though shown as applied to a boiler of the marine type, the invention may be applied to other forms of boiler.
Patent GB-189909398-A (GB)
Title: Automatic Winding-up Apparatus for Motors Actuated by Springs or Weights.
Inventor: GOLBY FREDERICK WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-05-04
Granted: 1899-06-10
Abstract: 9398. Golby, F. W., [R³hle, E. E.]. May 4. Automatic instruments.-An automatic winding- up apparatus is shown in the Figure. Before running down, the motor mechanism effects the closing of the electric circuit in which is the electromotor b, by the contact of the pin e with the spring c. The circuit is kept closed until the motor is wound up.
Patent GB-189911446-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Systems of Electrical Distribution.
Inventor: SCOTT CHARLES FELTON
Filed: 1899-06-01
Granted: 1900-04-07
Abstract: 11,446. Scott, C. F. Nov. 4, A.D. 1898, [date applied for under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Distributing; transformers. - Relates to arrangements for obtaining three - phase currents from two pairs of leads carrying currents in quadrature. Fig. 1 shows the system with different kinds of translators. The armature 2 of a polyphase generator has two terminals 5, 6 connected to the linewires 7 and 8 ; the other terminals 9, 10 are connected to the primary coil 14 of a transformer. The secondary 15 is connected to one of the terminals of the primary and to the line-wire 17. The coils of the transformer are so proportioned as to produce the desired difference of electromotive force and phase.
Patent GB-189913009-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Valves for Fluid Mains.
Inventor: TUCKER ALFRED
Filed: 1899-06-22
Granted: 1899-07-22
Abstract: 13,009. Tucker, A. June 22. Tubular valves.-The passages in the shell l are opened or closed by a sliding cylindrical valve a having slightly - tapered gun - metal &c. rings b and c, adapted to engage projections on the shell, and operated by a screw spindle e engaging a cross-rib d and actuated by a spindle f and bevel gear. The spindle e passes freely through a cross-rib h, which has two projecting brackets sliding along grooves j formed in the fluid pipe k.
Patent GB-189920926-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ropes.
Inventor: KOEPCKE ERNST FRIEDRICH WILHEL
Filed: 1899-10-19
Granted: 1900-08-18
Abstract: 20,926. K÷pcke, E. F. W. Oct. 19. Wire ropes. - The strands o f compound fibrous and wire ropes are made of a central soft metal core a surrounded by a number of helically - coiled steel wires b, which are in turn covered by fibrous material c.
Patent GB-190006238-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Cement.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1900-04-03
Granted: 1901-03-16
Abstract: 6238. Thompson, W. P., [Terranova Industrie, C. A. Kapferer, and W. Schleuning]. April 3. Cements.-Relates to a modification of the process for making white cement described in Specification No. 17,853, A.D. 1899. The modification consists in replacing the natural feldspar by equivalent non-ferruginous artificial ingredients, consisting of acid silicate frittings and glass, the frittings or glass being composed of alkalies, or alkaline earths, or both, together with silica, and in some cases clay.
Patent GB-190007033-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Driving Mechanism for Cycles and the like.
Inventor: THE HONORABLE WILLIAM EDGAR SIMONDS
Filed: 1900-04-14
Granted: 1900-09-01
Abstract: 7033. Lake, H. H., [Simonds, W. E.]. April 14. Driving - mechanism.-Relates to epicyclic twospeed gear, the invention being shown as applied to a bicycle hub. The chain-wheel f mounted loosely on the hub has internal teeth gearing with planet pinions i carried on pins extending from the hub to a spindle i<2>. These pinions gear with a central pinion k, formed with a sleeve k<1> on which is mounted a sliding clutch m connected by a cross-pin n' with a rod n working within the fixed axle b and movable lengthwise by a rod t actuating a link, one end of which works in a slot r. In the position shown, the pinion k is locked to the hub by projections m<2> on the clutch m, and the gear revolves as a whole for speed. When the clutch m is moved to the left, teeth on its face engage teeth on a fixed block o, so as to hold the pinion k stationary, the hub then being driven through the gear. An intermediate position of the clutch gives a free wheel.
Patent GB-190009914-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gas Burners.
Filed: 1900-05-29
Granted: 1901-05-29
Abstract: 9914. Richmond, J. A., Richmond, E. W. T., and Richmond & Co. May 29. Gas burners, atmospheric. - A bunsen burner, specially intended for use with water gas, is formed of a body a into which at one end the gas supply nozzle b is screwed, and into a web a<1> thereof there is adjustably screwed a gas jet c, consisting of a tube open at the gas inlet end and closed at the other by a perforated plated. Surrounding the outlet end is a perforated shield or flange f, serving both to regulate the air and to prevent firing-back. In use, air passes through the openings g, g<1> in the casing a, to mix with the gas passing through the jet. The latter is screwed in and out of the web a<1> according as more or less air is required. When the air supply has been regulated, the jet is hold in position by a nut h. In a modification, the jet is double-ended, and the air supply is regulated simultaneously at both jets by a spindle having pinions gearing with pinions travelling on the outside of the jets, the pinions being provided, the one with a right-hand and the other with a left-hand screw. In this case, the jets are fixed, the flanges f being attached to and travelling with the pinions.
Patent GB-190011482-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Railway Couplings.
Inventor: RICHARDSON EDWIN
Filed: 1900-06-25
Granted: 1900-10-20
Abstract: 11,482. Richardson, E., and Trow, W. June 25. Couplings, non-automatic.-Figs. 7 and 8 show the parts in the pendent and operative positions respectively. The upper link u, having a hook C and a slot E, is pivoted to the lower link L, which has projections A, B. On turning the cranked lever E<1>, the lower link is both lifted and turned until it assumes the position shown in Fig. 8, when the lever E<1> falls into the slot E, and engages the projection B.
Patent GB-190020410-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Trimming, Shaping, and Blacking, Sand Cores used in Founding and Casting Metals.
Inventor: BUTLER JOHN
Filed: 1900-11-13
Granted: 1901-11-13
Abstract: 20,410. Butler, J. Nov. 13. Moulding. - Relates to apparatus for trimming, shaping, and blacking cores. The cores z, Fig. 1, may be held in clamps b on a table a while trimmed by a rasping or cutting surface e on a slide d, operated by a handle d<2>. The slide is carried by an angularly-adjustable bracket c on a feed-slide f. The other ends of the cores may be tapered by a rasping-surface i on a slide h similarly mounted and operated. The cores may be held in blocks p, while operated on by a rotary cutter m, the spindle of which is vertically adjustable on a swivelling bracket k<2> on a feed-slide l<3>. The bracket may be angularly adjusted, so that cylindrical cutters may' hollow or suitably shape the ends of the cores. The cutters may be solid or hollow, and have suitable passages to permit the escape of sand. Fig. 12 shows a pair of tongs for holding cores while blacking them, to prevent the vent-holes in the ends or the ends themselves being covered by blacking. The pads u for gripping the core ends have a rocking adjustment on the jaws w, one jaw being carried by an adjustable arm t to vary the jaw opening.
Patent GB-190101592-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Water Heaters
Inventor: BRADLEY ISAAC
Filed: 1901-01-23
Granted: 1901-12-21
Abstract: 1592. Bradley, I., and Trenberth, T. Jan. 23. Heating water by steam. The steam water-heater shown in the Figure comprises the water inlet pipe a, the steam inlet pipe b, the outlet pipe c, and the water and steam supply valves in their respective casings d, g. The water supply valve is controlled by the hand-wheel e, and, after the valve has been opened to a predetermined extent, the wheel f comes into play, and gearing with the sector h opens the steam supply cock.
Patent GB-190103027-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Leg Guard for Cricketers and Others.
Inventor: PIGGOTT JOHN
Filed: 1901-02-12
Granted: 1901-12-14
Abstract: 3027. Piggott, J. Feb. 12. Guards for games.-Relates to leg guards for cricketers &c. The guard is constructed with the usual vertical canes or stiffeners a enclosed in sheaths and kept in place by being connected to transverse bands b. Behind the canes &c., are fitted helical springs c, which bear on narrow padded bands d. Eyelet-holes may be provided in the bands d, to give increased ventilation, and the bands may be connected to the bands b.
Patent GB-190105650-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Annular Pump Valves.
Inventor: IMRAY JOHN
Filed: 1901-03-18
Granted: 1901-12-21
Abstract: 5650. Imray, J., [Gronert, C.]. March 18. pump valves.- An annular pump valve is formed of a ring c of hard rubber or vulcanite held in a metal supporting -ring d. The ring c may be in one piece, or built up of several rings.
Patent GB-190108072-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Process for the Manufacture of a Celluloid-like Substance
Inventor: ZUEHL ERNST
Filed: 1901-04-19
Granted: 1901-05-25
Abstract: 8072. Z³hl, E. April 19. Celluloid and like compositions. -Camphor is wholly or partly replaced by phenol or naphthol esters of inorganic acids, particularly phosphoric acid. Such compositions are odourless and less combustible than ordinary celluloid, and do not decompose or colour. Five parts of triphenyl phosphate, or four of trinaphthyl phosphate, may be mixed with twelve parts of nitro-cellulose, and with a solvent for the ester.
Patent GB-190116781-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Baths.
Inventor: GREGG WILLIAM THEODORE
Filed: 1901-08-21
Granted: 1902-08-21
Abstract: 16,781. Gregg, W. T. Aug. 21. Baths, bidet. Relates to a bidet for use by women. A basin d is mounted in a frame a, and covered when not in use by a lid f, which, when thrown back as shown, forms a back-rest for the user. Foot-rests e are pivoted to the end of the frame, which are thrown outwards so as to project from the sides when in use. When the lid is closed, the bidet may be fitted with cushions, and used as a hassock.
Patent GB-190118233-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Distilling Apparatus.
Inventor: GREENHALGH JAMES RICHARD
Filed: 1901-09-12
Granted: 1902-07-17
Abstract: 18,233. Greenhalgh, J. R. Sept. 12. Distilling water.-The object is to construct apparatus that shall be automatic in action, and capable, while still in operation, of being left without attention for a considerable period. Fig. 1 shows an elevation of the apparatus, and Fig. 2 a vertical section. The water is distilled in the part a' of the cylindrical vessel a, and the steam generated is condensed on the underside of the cone a<3> by cold water, which passes continuously through the part a<2>. The condensed water is collected in the part a<5>. The water to be distilled is fed from the part a<2> through a cock d to a lip gauge c. Air or oxygen, which may be sterilized, passes into the chamber a<5> through the orifice a<6>.
Patent GB-190123894-A (GB)
Title: Improved Evaporative Surface Condenser for Refrigerating Machines.
Inventor: RAU RODOLPHE
Filed: 1901-11-25
Granted: 1901-12-31
Abstract: 23,894. Rau, R. Nov. 25. Refrigerating. - Relates to evaporative surface condensers adapted for use especially with small refrigerating- machines. The cylinder A, generally cast in one with the compressor B, contains the condenser coil C, inside which is the tube D, slotted at F, and closed at E to form a water-collecting well at the bottom. Water from the well is sprayed by the pipe and ring J over the coil C, being circulated by the pump H. The air current, induced by the falling water, escapes through the slots F into the pipe D, where the draught may be aided by a fan K or chimney connection. A float valve G regulates the water level, but the vessel A may be filled with water to immerse the coil, if necessary.