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Patent GB-189812401-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for the Generation of Acetylene Gas.
Inventor: SCARTH JOSEPH EDWARD
Filed: 1898-06-02
Granted: 1899-05-06
Abstract: 12,401. Scarth, J. E. June 2. Acetylene.-The tank A of the gas holder B is charged with water up to the line x. The water is automatically led to the generators as the bell of the holder falls, the feed being stopped as the holder rises. Within the bell is a float D on which are fixed one or more curved loops I and a cup H containing a layer of mercury. Into the mercury in the cup dip the downwardly-curved ends c of a tube C passing freely through the float, and leading to a three-way tap, which can be turned so as to direct the water to either of two generators. The water flows down the tube C whenever the loop I is pressed downwards by the top of the bell B in its descent and the mercury thus carried downwards away from the ends of the tubes c. Or the cup may be raised and lowered by a lever operated by the rising and falling bell. A branch pipe, M-shaped, connects the pipes leading to the two generators, on either side of the threeway tap, so that water will pass to the second generator, when the first has been flooded, and before the three-way cock is turned by band. The third and succeeding generators may be supplied by an overflow main R from the second ; or the whole of the generators may be supplied from a raised inclined main, having a separate depending branch S for each generator. By this means, generators may be arranged, say, around a water tank, and two of the generators may be in operation at the same time, or each generator may be used separately in succession. The carbide may be placed directly in the generator, or in a perforated casing G<4> therein. Each generator is securely closed by a lid G', bridlepiece G<3>, and screw G<2>. The generated gas passes by a tube L to a water lock chamber K, and thence by the tube E to the gas holder. The delivery therefrom is by the tubes F and M, having the drip pipe N.
Patent GB-189817071-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Process for the Manufacture of Decorated Glass.
Inventor: OFFENBACHER EMIL
Filed: 1898-08-08
Granted: 1899-04-22
Abstract: 17,071. Offenbacner, E. Aug. 8. Rolling; ornamenting.-Relates to glass plates or sheets decorated by rolling on an engraved surface. The engraved plate d, which may have passages 8, 9 for the circulation of steam, hot air, &c., is mounted in a frame a turning on spindles b and c. The rollers e, f are supported in a frame, and are drawn over the engraved plate by wire ropes passing over drums D. The first roller may fill the depressions in the engraved plate with coloured glass, the second rolling upon it a sheet of white glass of a thickness determined by the discs e<1>, Fig. 4. When the rollers have traversed the plate, a cord wound upon the drum m releases the clutch t, and a weighted cord passing round the pulley q turns the rolling-table through half a revolution, and deposits the glass, smooth surface downwards, upon a plaster table on which it is transferred to the annealing-oven. The plaster table falls and rises again as the rolling table turns to diminish as far as possible the height through which the rolled plate falls. The table is returned to the working-position by means of the handle n, worm-wheel u, p, and clutch t. Lead may be poured in front of the first rolling- cylinder to produce leaded glass, or metal ornamentations may be held upon the table d by magnetizing it. The engraved plates may be produced from an engraved steel cylinder or by galvano-plastic processes.
Patent GB-189818471-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Alarm Pressure Gauges.
Inventor: LESTER FREDERICK HUNT
Filed: 1898-08-29
Granted: 1899-08-05
Abstract: 18,471. Lester, F. H. Aug. 29. Pressure gauges.-The rise or fall of pressure to a predetermined limit by the movement of the pressure chamber C, raises or lowers a lever A so as to bring the stud B or B<1> against a contactplate D or D', mounted on a spring L or L', and closes circuit for an alarm. The positions of the plates D, D' are determined by setting the hands H, H<1> to the required pressure on a dial K, gearwheels M, N and M', N<1> communicating movement to adjusting-screws S, S.
Patent GB-189818878-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring Seats, Mattresses, and the like.
Inventor: NAULOT ARTHUR EMILE
Filed: 1898-09-03
Granted: 1899-06-10
Abstract: 18,878. Naulot, A. E., and Lallement, L. Sept. 3. Seats and seat backs.-The spring surface is composed of a number of spring blades a bent round at b, the ends being turned over a rod d and riveted. The rod d is carried by bent-over lugs g on long strips f nailed to the frame, washers i being interposed between the bent-over lugs g and the springs a. The springs a are connected by a strip i, between which and the frame are arranged a number of springs k. The cover may be attached to a separate frame, so as to be easily removable.
Patent GB-189822034-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus for Nickel Plating and for Polishing.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1898-10-19
Granted: 1899-09-16
Abstract: 22 034. Thompson, W. P., [Paul, E.]. Oct. 19. Nickel, depositing.-Relates to an electroplating- apparatus for coating small iron or steel goods, such as needles, spikes, &c., with nickel. Within a vat b is supported on feet a<1> a box or frame a open top and bottom. On two opposite sides of the frame are fixed a series of ribs c wherein are held any desired number of glass plates or partitions d cutting the whole space up into any desired number of small compartments. Between each pair of partitions are two or more metal strips e, forming pockets into which the articles to be plated are put, the ends of such strips passing through the walls and being connected at each end by a metal rod f passing through holes therein, and leading to the negative terminal y. The anodes consist of two horizontal nickel plates A, one above and one below the frame a, adjustably connected by extensions h to the terminal metal strips g. Upstanding arms z are constantly moved backwards and forwards to agitate and polish the articles under treatment, by being connected to cross-rods o<1> attached to longitudinal end rods o passing through openings in the frame and running on vertically-adjustable rollers n mounted on axles m. The arms o are operated by the gearing p, q, r as shown.
Patent GB-189826288-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mechanical Stokers for Furnaces.
Inventor: POOL JOHN FREDERICK
Filed: 1898-12-13
Granted: 1899-02-11
Abstract: 26,288. Pool, J. F. Dec. 13. Mechanical stoking; firebars and grates.- Alternate fixed and moving bars of special form are set on an incline as shown. The moving bars rest below on rollers loose on a shaft 7, and are operated by toothed segments at their upper ends. The fixed bars rest below on brackets 6 clamped on the shaft 7, and in front on the furnace front 2. The brackets 6 carry perforated plates 13, which may be dumped, to allow ashes to drop through, by turning the shaft 7. This is done by means of a worm and toothed segment. The dead-plate 41 may be removed to allow the fire-bars to be withdrawn. The fuel is fed from the hopper 40 by the reciprocating pusher 39, which is worked by the rocking shaft 35. The shaft 31, operating the movable bars, and the shaft 35 are both actuated by a bent lever 19 which is worked by an eccentric on a shaft 16. The connections at both ends of the lever 19 are provided with adjustable tappet pieces to allow a variable amount of lost motion. The firebars are of channel section, as shown in Fig. 7, the side walls being reduced in thickness at the top, and the upper surface being formed with V-shaped slots as shown in Fig. 5. The front and back ends may be detachable, as shown, or solid with the rest of the bar. The lower part 2 of the furnace front is preferably recessed, as shown, with respect to the upper part.
Patent GB-189901338-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Nitroglycerin Safety Blasting Explosives.
Inventor: NAHNSEN GEORG ALEXANDER
Filed: 1899-01-19
Granted: 1899-03-25
Abstract: 1338. Benedikt, J. Jan. 19. Paper bags; wrappers; parcelling coins.-Tubular bags for holding a definite number of coins are made on a roller from wrappers a marked with two lines b to determine the height and gummed along one edge c. The open bag is placed in a rigid tube e having a hopper mouth f, and the coins are thrown in to the height of the upper line b, after which the bag is pushed out by inserting the finger into the heavy base g of the tube and. the margin above the line is folded in like the bottom.
Patent GB-189902412-A (GB)
Title: Scale Trap for Boilers and Heaters.
Inventor: BINNY WILLIAM MURRAY
Filed: 1899-02-03
Granted: 1899-12-09
Abstract: 2412. Binny, W. M. Feb. 3. Filters.-Relates to a scale trap or filter for preventing incrustation in steam boilers, in the pipes and radiators of hot-water heating or supply systems, in feedwater pipes, &c. Figs. 1 and 2 show two forms of trap applied respectively to the heater and pipes of a hot-water system. The apparatus consists of a perforated pot P, Fig. 1, or a pair of perforated plates P', P', Fig. 2, containing or enclosing loose porous material, such as coco-nut fibre, hemp fibre, chalk, stone, &c., through which the heated water flows slowly, and which retains the scale-forming impurities. The pot or plates may be withdrawn for cleaning purposes through a door D
Patent GB-189905862-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Inhalers, also applicable as Nasal Douches.
Inventor: MUNYON JAMES MONROE
Filed: 1899-03-17
Granted: 1899-04-22
Abstract: 5862. Munyon, J. M. March 17. Inhalers; medicines, administering.-An inhaler, capable of being used also as a nasal douche, consists of an outer vessel A, closed by a cap B, and an inner vessel F depending from the said cap. The inner vessel is formed in two sections screwed together, and communicates with the o u t e r vessel by an opening G. The cap is fitted with a mouthpiece C a n d a nipple D to which may be attached a nose-piece E. A volatile medicament is placed in each vessel, and air is either drawn or blown through the apparatus according as it is to be used as an inhaler or as a nasal douche.
Patent GB-189907582-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Lasting Machines used in the Manufacture of Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: GARDINER ROBERT JOSEPH
Filed: 1899-04-11
Granted: 1899-07-29
Abstract: 7582. Gardiner, R. J. April 11. Lasting.-Relates to lasting-machines of the kind described in Specification No. 2559, A.D. 1888, but in which the frame A<3> carrying the toe and heel lasting wipers is of L-shape instead of straight. The handles b<10> and gear for operating both the toe and heel wipers are arranged to the right of their respective carriages, and, in order to prevent movement of the frame A<3> when the heel wipers a<10> are in operation, their carriage a<1> is provided with a locking-lever c, the lower end of which drops into a notch c<7>, Fig. 5, in a fixed stop c<6>, when the heel wipers are in their operative position. The notch c<7> is made long, so as to allow of the radial adjustment of the wiper carriages to suit different-sized lasts. To one of the supports f<14 >of the toe wiper 2 is fixed a loop f<2> in which engages an adjustable stop pin f<1> In one side of the loop f is a block f of rubber, so that the toe wiper may yield before its pressure becomes sufficient to injure the upper.
Patent GB-189912254-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Bottle Closing Devices.
Inventor: NEBHUT HERMANN
Filed: 1899-06-12
Granted: 1899-07-15
Abstract: 12,254. Nebhut, H. June 12. Stoppers. - T h e stopper consists of a ball e of porcelain, cork, &c., covered with rubber b, and is mounted on a bent wire or like connection d on the bottle neck. A cap c, also mounted on the wire, partially covers the stopper, and assists in pressing it on the mouth of the bottle.
Patent GB-189923229-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Incandescent Gas Lamps.
Inventor: WINKLER HERMANN
Filed: 1899-11-21
Granted: 1900-09-22
Abstract: 23,229. Winkler, H. Nov. 21. Incandescent gas lamps.-In lamps in which the of ordinary air supply is supplemented by a jet of air under pressure, the gas inlet nozzle at the bottom of the burner is arranged concentrically around the compressed-air nozzle, and the cocks controlling the supplies of gas and compressed air are so connected that, if desired, the supply of compressed air may be cut off, and the gas supply diverted from the outer to the inner of the concentric inlet nozzles. The levers v, u of the cocks j, c are connected by a link w, so that, when the compressed-air cock c is open, compressed air is supplied through the cock j to the central nozzle l, and also through the channel d to the underside of the diaphragm f to lift the valve g and allow the gas on the upper side of the diaphragm to traverse the channels p, q to the outer nozzle l<1>. The compressed air from the nozzle l then injects both the gas from the nozzle l<1> and the ordinary air supply entering through the openings s, s', into the mixing-tube of the burner. When, however, the compressed-air cock c is closed, the link w turns the cockj, so that gas from the chamber o can pass by a tube t to the tube k and the inner nozzle l.
Patent GB-189923561-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Potato Diggers.
Inventor: LOEPER ANNA VON
Filed: 1899-11-25
Granted: 1900-07-14
Abstract: 23.561. Loeper, [nÚe M³hlenbeck], A. von. Nov. 25. Potato diggers.-Relates to a potato digger having a rotary drum or barrel with rows of curved teeth or arms k<2> which enter the soil and carry up the potatoes to a grating p<2>, the arms of which are so arranged so to allow the arms k' to pass between them. The potatoes pass from the grating p<2> to a receptacle p, the mouth of which is closed by a slide p<1>. The potatoes are discharged from the receptacle p into a basket or the like carried on a trolley p<3>. Sheet-metal shields l are arranged at each side of the rotary barrel, to prevent the potatoes from falling out at the side of the machine. A device for loosening the soil and removing the haulms is supported from brackets s at the front of the machine. The device consists of a comb or rake s', over which works an endless band carrying serrated knives u, u. A row of tines v penetrate and loosen the soil. 'J he drum is adjustably mounted, and is driven, in common with the other moving parts of the machine, from the hub of the travelling wheels a.
Patent GB-189924496-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of and Means for Forming a Protective Coating on Iron and Steel Wire, Rods, and the like Articles.
Inventor: MOSELEY OSWALD GRANGE
Filed: 1899-12-09
Granted: 1900-11-24
Abstract: 24,496. Moseley, O. G. Dec. 9. Coating.-Iron and steel wires, rods, &c. are coated with magnetic oxide by heating the wires &c. electrically while passing through a chamber supplied with a "barffing" agent such as superheated steam, producer gas, carbonic oxide, &c. The Figure shows apparatus for coating a continuous length of wire. The wire w is unwound from a reel r<1>, and passed through a tube t on to a reel r<2>. During its passage it is heated by an electric current supplied through contacts C+, C-, and is subjected to the action of superheated steam supplied through an injector s, surrounded by gas jets j. Several wires may be treated simultaneously, and the apparatus may be used in connection with hardening and tempering apparatus described in Specification No. 18,197, A.D. 1893.
Patent GB-190008166-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wire Fence Machines.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1900-05-02
Granted: 1900-08-04
Abstract: 8166. Boult, A. J., [Arthurs, B.]. May 2. Bending; wire.-In making wire fencing, the strands are passed over rolls 36, Fig. 10, through guides 39 and then through twisting-devices 41, the aperture through which the wire passes in each twister being eccentric to the axis 43 of the twister, Figs. 54, 55, and 56. Mounted over the twisters on a cross-bar 3 is a carriage 29, which carries the cross-wire and is traversed across the strand wires. The cross-wire passes through a rotary device having an inclined nipple 62, Fig. 10, by which the cross-wire is twisted or looped over projections or nipples 44 on the axis 43 and withdrawable tension bars 65. The loops a, Fig. 54, being thus formed, the twisters 41 are rotated loose on the axes 43, to twist the strands round the loops, as shown in Fig. 55. One revolution being thus effected, the twisters and axes 43 are next rotated together for half a revolution, to knot the cross and strand wires together, as shown in Fig. 56. The cross-wire is cut on the completion of its traverse at each side of the machine, and the fresh end of the crosswire supply is suitably gripped while the carriage again traverses to make another series of loops. The fencing, as formed, is fed forwards by a drum 146 driven positively by ratchet &c. gearing, and is wound tightly on a reel 148, through friction gearing. The projecting ends of the crosswire are twisted on the strands as shown in Fig. 38, Fig. 10. The various parts of the apparatus are automatically actuated by suitable mechanism, which produces the necessary intermittent and other movements.
Patent GB-190013268-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Vehicle Tires.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1900-07-23
Granted: 1900-09-22
Abstract: 13,268. Thompson, W. P., [Burroughs, W. E.]. July 23. Tyres, elastic other than pneumatic.-The tyre, shown in section in Fig. 2, is formed by vulcanizing together spiral convolutions of sheet rubber 4 and reinforcing-fabric 5. The spirals may be formed by successive windings, which may be in opposite directions, and the tyre is vulcanized at each stage. The intermediate winding 6 may be of sponge rubber and fabric.
Patent GB-190104263-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Purification of Furnace Gases for Drying Malt and other Substances
Inventor: BEAVEN EDWIN SLOPER
Filed: 1901-02-28
Granted: 1902-01-16
Abstract: 4263. Beaven, E. S. Feb. 28. Smoke and fumes, treating; malt kilns.-Furnace gases used for drying malt and other substances for human consumption are freed from arsenical or other deleterious matter by passing them through gratings or screens which may be coated with an absorbent material As adapted for use with a malt kiln A, the furnace gases are passed through a woven-wire grating E, which is suspended from a spreader C and is coated with lime or other alkali. A trough J is attached to the grating, into which dust &c. collecting on the grating can be swept. The gratings may be arranged horizontally.
Patent GB-190106600-A (GB)
Title: A Detachable Combined Seat and Footboard for Motor Cars and other Road Vehicles.
Inventor: GILL THOMAS HOWARD
Filed: 1901-03-29
Granted: 1901-06-22
Abstract: 6600. Gill, T. H. March 29. Footboards; seats.-Relates to a detachable combinedfootboardand seat for motor cars and other road vehicles. The irons c, bolted to the vehicle body and hinged to the uprights e, carry the seat a, while the footboard b is secured to irons d hinged to the extensions n of the uprights e which are bolted to the front of the vehicle.
Patent GB-190106724-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Facing Slabs for Suspension on Wire Netting and the like.
Inventor: ROSENBUSCH HEINRICH
Filed: 1901-03-30
Granted: 1901-08-24
Abstract: 6724. Rosenbusch, H. March 30. Facing - tiles ; slabs.- Facing-tiles or slabs for ceilings, walls, roofs, domes, floors, &c. are formed with projecting hooks a, to engage with adjacent tiles and wire network, laths, or latticework supports, and with bevelled interlocking upper and lower edges d, e. The tiles &c.can be suspended or secured in place without using nails, screws, or other fastenings.
Patent GB-190108363-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Method of Accelerating the Maturing of Whisky, Brandy and other Strongly Spirituous Liquors.
Inventor: IMRAY OLIVER
Filed: 1901-04-23
Granted: 1901-05-25
Abstract: 8363. Imray, O., [Joshua Bros. Proprietary]. April 23. Spirits wine.-Spirituous liquois are aged or matured in wood (preferably oak) casks or vats, stacked in steamproof vaults or chambers, and subjected to heat and moisture obtained by the use of steam jets, a hot-air blast and a water spray, or a spray of hot water only, or by immersion in warm water.
Patent GB-190109124-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Crucibles for Smelting
Inventor: MATHER WILLIAM SCHOLEY
Filed: 1901-05-02
Granted: 1901-06-08
Abstract: 9124. Mather, W. S. May 2. Crucibles; crucible tongs.-An apparatus for lifting and shaking a hot smelting-crucible to settle the charge, and having a shield to reduce radiation, has two jaws e, pivoted at e' and having handle extensions e<2>. One of the jaws may have a curved slot to drop over a pin in a lug on a baseplate j, forming a pivot for the apparatus while the crucible is shaken, or both jaws may be extended to enter freely slots or holes in the baseplate. Pins c keep the crucible from sliding on the base-plate. Shields f are secured to each jaw, surrounding the crucible when in the closed position. The shields are lined with asbestos &c. and provided with internal strengthening-rings to grip the crucible. A funnel m may be secured to one jaw, facilitating the insertion and shaking of the charge without spilling. The crucible may be gripped by closing the handles, which have eyes for attachment to any suitable lifting means.
Patent GB-190110197-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Nose Pieces for Spectacles and Eye Glasses.
Inventor: FOX IVAN
Filed: 1901-05-16
Granted: 1901-06-22
Abstract: 10,197. Fox, I. May 16. Spectacles; eyeglasses.-To form an adjustable nose-grip, a strip of metal d with an aperture g at one end is fixed to the rim at b, and then bent downwards and upwards as shown, so that the ends g project rearwardly to grip the nose.
Patent GB-190118342-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Steam Separators for Removing Water from Steam in Steam Boilers and Generators.
Inventor: RYCKE JULES JOHN JOSEPH DE
Filed: 1901-09-13
Granted: 1901-12-07
Abstract: 18,342. Rycke, J. J. J. de. Sept. 13. Steam separators.-In order to remove water from steam in a steam boiler or generator A, the steam is led by one or two tapered open-ended pipes E, having inlets e and supported by loops L, to cones D enclosed in casings C' and having spiral vanes D' which give a rapid rotation to the steam so as to throw the water outwards. The water passes through elongated holes c, in a conical flange C<3> on a thimble C, into a pocket B<4>, and thence by a pipe B<5> to the generator. Openings b, b<1> are provided to prevent an uprush of water. The dry steam passes through the nipple C and a casing B to a steam pipe A'. The cone is mounted on a rod D' supported by bearing-pieces C' and C<5>.
Patent GB-190124543-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in connection with Carving Forks.
Inventor: BUCKLEY WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-12-03
Granted: 1902-08-21
Abstract: 24,543. Buckley, W. Dec. 3. Carving-forks. - Consists in providing a pivoted tumbler d for retaining the guard a in its raised position.
Patent GB-190201475-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Feeder Pillars for Electric Traction
Inventor: BECKINGSALE CHARLES
Filed: 1902-01-20
Granted: 1903-01-20
Abstract: 1475. Beckingsale, C. Jan. 20. Switchboards.-In feeder pillars for electric traction the switches, terminals, &c. are mounted on a cast-iron framework, but suitably insulated therefrom. The Figures show a suitable arrangement. The frame A is secured by bolts D, while the various terminals are secured by bolts passing through perforated bosses B in the bars, and surrounded by insulating-cylinders formed in two pieces and having suitable flanges C.