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Patent GB-189700235-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Brakes for Velocipedes, Motor Cars, and other similar Vehicles.
Inventor: LEGGO WILLIAM AUGUSTUS
Filed: 1897-01-05
Granted: 1897-04-10
Abstract: 235. Leggo, W. A. Jan. 5. Motor road vehicles.-Brakes for motor cars and other similar vehicles adapted to be operated by a restraining or back-pedalling action. Fig. 1 shows an arrangement applied to the crank axle of a bicycle. The axle a carries a fixed screwed part a' and a loose sleeve b to which is fixed the sprocketwheel b<1>. Upon the sleeve b is keyed a ring c forming half of a clutch, the other and longitudinally-movable part c<1> being internally screwthreaded to fit the screw a<2>. A drum d provided with an internal web d<1> is gripped by a brake band e, the ends of which pass through a slot f in the crank bracket clamped by a bolt to give the required tension. In driving the machine, a lug a<3> on the crank a engages a lug b<2> in the sprocketwheel b<1> and the brake parts are inoperative. When the rider back-pedals, the sprocket-wheel is carried on by the machine, and the ring c, being retained by the key or feather in the sleeve b, is moved by its internal screw towards the ring c. The web d<1> is thus frictionally acted upon by the rings c and c', and, if the pressure is sufficiently increased, it is clamped firmly between them, so that the drum d moves round within the brake strap, and the heavy friction between these parts is brought into play. In Fig. 4 the same device is applied to the hub of the driving-wheel. In this case, when the sprocketwheel i is checked the outer hub j carrying the spokes runs on and moves slightly longitudinally in consequence of its gearing with a screwed part k of the inner hub i'. This motion causes the web of a drum d to be clamped between the rings m and n, and eventually the drum is caused to turn within the brake strap e.
Patent GB-189706165-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Rubber Hand Stamps.
Inventor: SCOTFORD LOUIS KOSSOUTH
Filed: 1897-03-09
Granted: 1897-05-01
Abstract: 6165. Scotford, L. K. March 9. Hand-stamps.-The types of hand-stamps are cemented to base pieces cut from sponge rubber blanks, formed by moulding the rubber in a mould B provided with thin parallel strips b and a cover C. By using a blank of the kind described, a base piece can be readily obtained to suit any size of hand-stamp.
Patent GB-189708577-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture or Treatment of Armour Plates and in Apparatus Employed therein.
Inventor: JAMISON BENTON KNOTT
Filed: 1897-04-03
Granted: 1897-12-24
Abstract: 8577. Jamison, B. K. April 3. Annealing.-An arrangement of apparatus for hardening, tempering, and annealing armour plates is shown in sectional elevation in Fig. 1, and consists of a bath D for the partial immersion of armour plates in a liquid circulating therethrough. The armour plates are preferably made of a mild steel alloyed with from 1¢ to 5 per cent. of nickel, and the liquid bath is a mixture of glycerine, spirits of nitre, and salts of ammonia, zinc, and aluminium with water. The plates F are heated to a red heat and immersed in the liquid, the depth of which is regulated by the valves U, I, or, in an alternative arrangement, the plate is adjustably supported by hydraulic cylinders. The liquid is circulated by a pump L, and is maintained at an approximately-constant temperature of 110‹ F. by a cooling-worm. The front or hardened portion of the plate may be subsequently tempered by immersion in water, and the back portion may be annealed during the hardening process by the application of white hot plates to the face. Modified arrangements are described and illustrated, which form the subject - matter of Specification No. 14,007, A.D. 1897.
Patent GB-189709935-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Needle for Blasting Purposes.
Inventor: WALKER HENRY
Filed: 1897-04-21
Granted: 1897-09-18
Abstract: 9935. Walker, H. April 21. Blasting.-A hollow needle 1, of metal, wood, or paper, with a handle 2 is used to place the cartridge 4 in the bore-hole. After stemming, the pointed end 6 of the rod 7 is used to break the paper, and then the paper-covered end 8 is used to push in the detonator.
Patent GB-189712477-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, or pertaining to Signalling Apparatus for Railways.
Inventor: BALLS WILLIAM FRANCIS
Filed: 1897-05-20
Granted: 1898-04-30
Abstract: 12,477. Balls, W. F., and Lowes, W. May 20. Signals on engines; indicators and repeaters, signal contacts, mechanical. - A wheel G is mounted on a crank pivoted on the engine frame A, and is adapted to engage with the bar H between the rails when the bar is raised into the position shown in dotted lines. The bar is operated in conjunction with the ordinary signal, by means of the arm I, and is inoperative when the signal is at 'safety.' In order to minimize shock when the wheel strikes the bar, the wheel is geared by the belt L and pulleys F, D to one of the main axles, so that it is rotated with the same circumferential velocity as the engine-wheels B. When the wheel G strikes an elevated bar, the crank is tilted upwards, and this movement is employed to operate the whistle or other alarm, or to close the circuit of an electric bell.
Patent GB-189719880-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cots.
Inventor: MEADOWS GEORGE BRYAN
Filed: 1897-08-28
Granted: 1898-07-23
Abstract: 19,880. Meadows, G. B. Aug. 28. Cots. - The cot is supported from hooks G<2> on the standards at head and foot by pairs of springs H. The loop G with eyes g connects the springs with the hook C<2>, and a Y-shaped hook F with hooked ends f connects the springs with the supporting- brace E. The brace E is Y-shaped, and has hooks e<1> which engage eyes on the rim of the cot.
Patent GB-189719900-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Window Sashes and Casements.
Inventor: GRINNALL EMANUEL
Filed: 1897-08-30
Granted: 1898-02-19
Abstract: 19,900. Grinnall, E. Aug. 30. Casement fasteners ; sash fastenings. -A pivoted catch l<4>, within a casing l<1> let into the sash or casement stile, engages with a slotted plate l<10> fixed to the frame. The catch is operated by a square key inserted in a keyhole l<6> in the pivot l<5>, and is retained in either the locked or unlocked position by a spring l<7>.
Patent GB-189806798-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Apparatus for Charging Pig-iron and Scrap or other Material into Open Hearth Furnaces.
Inventor: BEDFORD CHARLES
Filed: 1898-03-21
Granted: 1899-03-21
Abstract: 6798. Bedford, C., and Herbert, T. March 21. Open-hearth furnaces; charging.- A peel a, Fig. 1, for delivering pig iron, scrap, or other material into openhearth furnaces is supported in bearings b on a swivelling plate g attached to a rod or post c which is mounted on roller guides in a frame e on a travelling crane, being supported by the burden chain of the crane. The peel may thus be moved backwards and forwards with the crane, raised or lowered, turned on the axis of the post c, and on its own axis to tilt the charge. It may be prevented from turning on its axis by a pin h. The post c may be mounted to rotate in the guides. Instead of the ordinary flat peel shown in Fig. 1, a peel with a detachable trough-shaped end, as shown in Figs. 5 and 6, may be employed. Fig. 6 shows a transverse section of the tilted end. The peel rod is formed with a forked end i, i to hold the trough a, which is secured laterally by flanges a<2>, a<2>, and longitudinally by a double hook or claw engaging a hinged pin j. When the peel is tilted the pin j engages with one side or other of the claw, but when the peel is level the pin is opposite the gap in the claw, and the trough may be drawn out of the fork i, i.
Patent GB-189807521-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for the Production of Acetylene Gas.
Inventor: DAIX VICTOR
Filed: 1898-03-29
Granted: 1899-01-21
Abstract: 7521. Daix, V. March 29. Acetylene.-The generator consists of a water tank A within which is a gas holder B. In the lower part of the tank is a closed casing into which a drawer can be slid in and out. The drawer is cut up by vertical partitions c into compartments, each one of which receives a perforated carbide receptacle G. A water reservoir D communicates with the tank through an opening a, and above it is carried from the bell a siphon C which delivers water to a tube H. The latter ends below in a siphon delivering the water over the last carbide compartment. As the carbide in each compartment becomes exhausted, the water overflows to the next. When all the carbide is exhausted, the drawer can be removed and charged afresh. The generated gas passes up the tube I, through openings d, down a short tube or cap J, and through openings e and the water to the gas space. It is delivered for use through the tube L. A safety-pipe K is provided to allow of escape of gas should the bell rise too high.
Patent GB-189809475-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Electric Arc Lamps.
Inventor: BOARDMAN FREDERICK RICHARD
Filed: 1898-04-25
Granted: 1899-04-25
Abstract: 9475. Boardman, F. R. April 25. Lamps, actinic.- Arc lamps are constructed as shown, in one form. The carbons a are clamped by rings and screws q in arms of two straight racks. These slide in a box which is pivoted between two supporting-pillars l, l<1>, and is held at any inclination by a notched disc m engaging a spring y. The box carries a parabolic reflector p. The racks gear with an interposed pinion, which is connected by bevel-wheels w and a vertical shaft x with a clock spring e in a base f. The spring y normally keeps the bevelwheels in gear, but they may be separated when the inclination of the carbons is altered. The spring e may be wound by a key o on the shaft x, and tends to move the carbons together. Such movement is controlled by an air fan g geared to the shaft x, and stopped by a lever h applied by adjustable springs, when it is not withdrawn by a shunt solenoid k acting on a core i. The whole lamp can be turned horizontally on a vertical stem n. Modifications are described. The clockwork and solenoid may be carried directly on the box in which the racks slide. The supports l, l<1>, f may then be replaced by a yoke suspended by a swivel and hook, the lamp being clamped at any inclination by a wing-nut. The Provisional Specification describes arc-striking devices. In one form, a series coil acts on a core attached to a lever, which carries a pulley bearing against a cord or band interposed between a spring barrel and a barrel attached to the gearing w. In another arrangement, the pinion w is loose on its shaft, and can be turned through a small angle by a ratchet-wheel and a pawl operated by a series electromagnet or solenoid.
Patent GB-189811976-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Drainer for Use in Washing China, Glass and the like.
Inventor: BAINBRIDGE ARTHUR
Filed: 1898-05-26
Granted: 1898-07-09
Abstract: 11,976. Bainbridge, A., [trading as Topham & Co., C.]. May 26. Drying cups &c.-A drainer for use in washing china, glass, and the like consists of a framework of crossed wires a, a<1> supported at the edges by a stronger wire b and having a central opening c. The drainer is placed over a sink or the like. A modification without a central opening is described.
Patent GB-189815700-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Engines and Gearing for Road Vehicles.
Inventor: PARSONS HARRY
Filed: 1898-07-18
Granted: 1899-05-20
Abstract: 15,700. Parsons, H. July 18. Motor road vehicles.-A variable-speed gear for motor road vehicles is shown in the Figure. The shaft A' with the key a is free to slide within the motor axle, and is rotated owing to the key a engaging with the slots b. Sleeves G and H, with discs K, K<1> and L, L' mounted thereon, are loose on the axle, and are driven when the key a engages with them, one at a low speed and the other at a high speed. The discs M and N are mounted loosely on the sleeves G and H, and are fixed by bolts to the pinions C and E. The sliding clutch or key a is controlled by a centrifugal governor, which may be rendered inoperative by means of an extension Q carrying a roller q engaging with a wedge R operated by a suitable lever.
Patent GB-189816913-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Indicating Automatically both the Weight and the Value of Commodities at Varying Prices.
Inventor: HUBBLE ARTHUR
Filed: 1898-08-04
Granted: 1898-12-23
Abstract: 16,913. Hubble, A. Aug. 4. Spring balances; value-indicating apparatus.-The spring of the balance is secured to the sliding tube T and to the casing, the tube being guided by antifriction rollers. Sockets S<1>, S<2> carry a counterweight and an abscissa arm A graduated, say, in shillings and pence. The ordinate arm N is graduated in, say, lbs., and the weight read by the point X of the abscissa arm A. From the origin 0 radial lines R run to a scale P showing prices per lb. In the position shown the apparatus is loaded with goods weighing 7 lbs. 12 ozs., the price of which (at any rate, say 1s. a lb.) can be read off opposite the corresponding radial line (7s. 9d. on the line x). M is an adjustable radial line, such as a wire, which may be adjusted where required between any two of the lines R.
Patent GB-189818592-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement relating to Boxes, Cases, or the like for the Reception of Partitions Self-fixing therein.
Inventor: KING ALFRED STEPHEN
Filed: 1898-08-30
Granted: 1898-10-29
Abstract: 18,592. King, A. S. A ng. 30. Displaying. - Show cases &c. are partitioned in a manner which dis penses with nails &c. in securing the partitions in place. Grooves, to receive the partitions, are formed in the opposite sides of the box, the grooves being deeper towards the bottom of the box and shallower towards the top, and the ends of the partitions being similarly inclined. Fig. 1 shows a partition with an inclined end B and a groove C, for a further partition, formed as described.
Patent GB-189819118-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Bottom Brackets and Hubs of Cycles and for the like purposes.
Inventor: WEBSTER ALFRED HENRY
Filed: 1898-09-08
Granted: 1899-07-15
Abstract: 19,118. Webster, A. R. Sept. 8. Hubs.-Relates to the hubs of cycles and other vehicles, and consists in improvements in the arrangement, lubrication, and methods of adjustment of the bearings. Fig. 9 shows the application of the invention to a rear-wheel hub. The outer shell a encloses an oil - retaining tube b through which the axle C passes and upon which the adjusting-cups d are screwed. The cups dare secured in position by locking - rings f, one of which serves to lock the sprocket - wheel. The invention is also described as applied in a similar manner to a front wheel hub. In a modification, a clamping-piece is arranged in a slot in the hub, and is provided with shoulders and a peg which takes into one of a series of holes in the adjusting cup. A locking-ring, which screws upon the hub, takes between the shoulders on the clamping-piece and serves to operate the same.
Patent GB-189825000-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Process for Purifying Waste Water or Sewage by Precipitation.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1898-11-26
Granted: 1899-10-07
Abstract: 25,000. Thompson, W. P., [Gsell, C. G.]. Nov. 26. Sewage and foul waters, treating; precipitants; manures.-Waste water or sewage is treated with sulphates obtained from sewage sludge which has been treated with sulphuric acid, so as to convert the bases contained in the sludge into sulphates. The sludge used is that obtained as a result of a previous precipitation process, or a series of such processes. The sludge, after separation of sulphates, may be used as a manure.
Patent GB-189825837-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Stoppering Bottles.
Inventor: HASCHKE CARL
Filed: 1898-12-07
Granted: 1899-02-04
Abstract: 25,837. HaschkÚ, C. Dec. 7. Stoppers. - T h e c a p stopper K is connected by the bail d to the loops b on the bow or lever A, the ends of which are pivoted in recesses a in the bottle neck. The stopper is fitted internally with a cork disc k, a hook h, and a bow-spring P. When the stopper is in position, the hook is forced, as shown, into the disc k. When the stopper is opened by the operation of the lever A &c., the hook withdraws the disc clear of the neck, after which the spring P ejects the disc from the stopper. The ends e of the bail d are bent to form stops, which, by engaging with the lever A, prevent the stopper, when opened, from striking against the neck.
Patent GB-189901617-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Mechanical Slide for purposes of Recreation.
Inventor: APPLEBY EDWIN
Filed: 1899-01-24
Granted: 1899-11-25
Abstract: 1617. Appleby, E., and Thomas, A. C. Jan. 24. Sliding tracks.-A series of rollers A are mounted upon axles which are carried in the wooden sides C', C<2> of the track. The sides of the track are suitably secured together by stays. At each end of the slide are cross-boards from which the slider starts and upon which he alights. The roller slide may be constructed level, slightly inclined downwardly, or partly level and partly inclined.
Patent GB-189902461-A (GB)
Title: Improved System of and Apparatus for Purifying Sewage.
Inventor: CAMERON DONALD
Filed: 1899-02-03
Granted: 1900-02-03
Abstract: 2461. Cameron, D., Commin, F. J., and Martin, A. J. Feb. 3. Filters beds, supplying and discharging liquid in. -Sewage may be distributed over filter beds by means of open channels 7 connected by means of sockets 10, Fig. 3, to the upper part of the main supply pipe 8, which is provided with slides 11 serving to close the ends of the channels, when necessary. Inverted channels 12, 14, Fig. 5, may be arranged upon the floor of the filter bed for use in collecting the effluent. The filter beds may be arranged in two or more sets, at different levels, each supplied from a supply main 19 by means of separate valves 17, 18, Fig. 8. The whole is arranged so that one set may be put in action when those previously in action are incapable of discharging their contents through the rising of the tide, or otherwise. The valves 17, 18 are connected to a lever 20 mounted on a shaft 27 which is connected by an arm 26 and rod 23 to a float 21 situated in a well 22 communicating with the tideway. The supply of sewage to the filter beds themselves may te controlled by means of apparatus similar to that described in Specification No. 3003, A.D. 1896.
Patent GB-189903028-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Combined Automatic Magnetic Circuit Breakers and Resistance Controlling Switch.
Inventor: CUTTER HENRY BENJAMIN
Filed: 1899-02-10
Granted: 1900-01-27
Abstract: 3028. Lake, H. H., [Cutter, H. B.]. Feb.10. Switches; cut-outs.-Resistance or controlling switches for motors &c. provided with magnetic circuit-breakers for excessive or minimum currents. Fig. 1 shows the construction of the switch, and Fig. 2 a diagram of the connections &c., in which S is the main double-pole switch and M a motor to be controlled. The circuit-closing or switch arm 1 is pushed into the contact 3 against the spring 4, and held there by a catch 5 engaging a pin 5<x>. A solenoid 6 is in series with the motor, and its core is adapted in cases of excessive current to act on a pin c and lift the catch 5, so releasing the arm 1 and opening the circuit. The resistance-switch arm 8 tends always to return to the " off " position under the action of a spring 11, but is held in the " on position by the electromagnet 12, also in series with the motor. Should the current fail, this magnet fails to hold the arm 8, which flies back, so breaking the circuit.
Patent GB-189905707-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Fuses for Firing Blasting and other Explosives.
Inventor: SMITH GEORGE
Filed: 1899-03-16
Granted: 1899-12-30
Abstract: 5707. Smith, G., and Corrie, D. March 16. Blasting-fuzes.-In the form shown in Fig. 1 some flashing powder is placed on the top of the detonator composition, the ends of the electric wires are then inserted, and the mouth of the tube closed over the wires. The wires are formed with a loop to grip the tube. In the modification shown in Fig. 2 the flashing powder is carried in a separate tube a<1> which is made to jam into the detonator tube a.
Patent GB-189910537-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Wire or like Brushes.
Inventor: FEUSTEL CARL HERMANN
Filed: 1899-05-18
Granted: 1899-08-05
Abstract: 10,537. Feustel, C. H. May 18. Hand tools.-Relates to wire and like brushes for use in carding and similar machines and for like purposes. The card clothing e or material carrying bristles is fixed by clips f to metal plates b, c, one of which is fixed to the block a and the other to a slide i. A screw h screws through a plate g fixed to the block a, and turns freely in the slide i. By turning the screw h the plates b, c may be separated so as to stretch the card clothing &c. e. The handle k is fixed to the block a, so as to cover the tightening-device. In a modification, in which the material is stretched flat, the block a is dispensed with, and the plates c and g are directly connected together.
Patent GB-189910965-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Preventing the Bursting of Water Pipes by Freezing.
Inventor: HOPKINS NEVIL MONROE
Filed: 1899-05-25
Granted: 1899-07-01
Abstract: 10,965. Hopkins, N. M. May 25. Water supply.-Relates to the prevention of bursting by freezing of water pipes by the provision of expanding chambers, and to means for supplying air or gas to the chambers. Reference is made to Specification No. 27,628, A.D. 1898. Air may be forced into the main supply pipe by a pump, or may be automatically supplied by the contrivance shown in Fig. 2. The valve g' is carried by the float g<4>, and the vessel g is connected with the service pipe by the passage g' controlled by a cock g<5>. Lugs or rails g<6> prevent the float from dropping too far. The service pipe is preferably provided with a nozzle x extending past the passage g' into a sleeve x<1> flared at both ends. A form of expansion chamber E for vertical pipes is shown in Fig. 1.
Patent GB-189912090-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Looms for Weaving for Producing Serpentine Designs.
Inventor: VANDERBEKEN CHARLES LOUIS
Filed: 1899-06-09
Granted: 1899-08-12
Abstract: 12,090. Vanderbeken, C. L. June 9. Lappet looms.-In looms for producing serpentine designs, special healds are dispensed with, and the serpentine effects are formed by vertically and horizontally reciprocating needles E<11>, Fig. 1, working in conjunction with a warp-separating comb, Fig. 13, placed between the ordinary healds and the needles. The needles are mounted in a bar E<1>, suspended by wires c<1> from a spring lever I and free to slide in slotted uprights of a horizontally-reciprocating carriage T. The needles are caused to descend to insert the serpentine threads, which pass from a beam over a tension roller suspended by wires from the lever I, by means of hooks 0, which are caused to engage with arms L' on the oscillating shaft N by a lever h under the control of pattern pegs f. The carriage T is moved horizontally by an oscillating lever u in conjunction with a plate V of different thicknesses, which is raised when required by a bell-crank lever i under the control of the same pattern mechanism. The batten R is operated by an arm U and rod from an eccentric Q on the shaft J. The construction of the reed is shown in Fig. 14.
Patent GB-189915075-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Horse Boots.
Inventor: COLE ARTHUR
Filed: 1899-07-21
Granted: 1900-03-10
Abstract: 15,075. Cole, A. July 21. Horse-boots.-Horse-boots for use on lawns &c. consist of a sole B of leather &c. riveted to a plate A formed with a toe flange a, and either strapped to the hoof or provided with a flange bar d for clipping over the heels of the ordinary shoe. The bar d is adjusted by a screw c passing through a nut b riveted to the plate A. Plugs of rubber &c. f may be attached to the sole B as shown.
Patent GB-189915637-A (GB)
Title: A Renewable Valve.
Inventor: COCKBILL JOSEPH
Filed: 1899-07-31
Granted: 1900-01-27
Abstract: 15,637. Cockbill, J., Chamberlin, E., and Chamberlin, C. July 31. Seats.-As adapted for a screw-down valve, the seat C is screwed into the valve casing so as to allow it to be-readily renewed when worn. The upper enlarged part F of the seat is notched, so that a key can be inserted into the notches for screwing or unscrewing the seat.