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Patent GB-190100298-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Action or Means for Operating Draw-stops in Organs.
Inventor: ILES ALBERT SAMUEL
Filed: 1901-01-04
Granted: 1901-11-23
Abstract: 298. Iles, A. S., and Iles, A. W. Jan. 4. Organs.-The invention relates to combination stops. Single-acting motors e or double-acting ones f, g are arranged across the draw rods c, d of any desired number of stops. The draw-rods are suitably slotted to receive pins c<2>, d<2>, which can be removed, if desired. The motors act directly on the pins, drawing the stops out or pushing them in according to the way in which the pins are arranged. The motors are controlled by valves the action of which is momentary, so that each motor collapses after actuation. The working of the stops in the ordinary way is therefore not interfered with.
Patent GB-190100575-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in the Means for, and Process of, Transmitting Heat or Heating Fluids
Inventor: SCHWARZ AUGUST
Filed: 1901-01-09
Granted: 1902-01-09
Abstract: 575. Schwarz, A. Jan. 9. Heating-surfaces, increasing; tubes, water; tubes, smoke; superheaters, steam.-Relates to improvements on the invention described in Specification No. 4229, A.D. 1898, being means for and the process of transmitting heat for heating fluids or evaporating liquids. The heat-transmitting tubesare formed with internal or external straight or helical ribs, with internal or external transverse projections, having serrated edges as shown in Fig. 9. Figs. 4 and 5 show two arrangements for increasing the heat emission. Fig. 7 shows a receptacle or boiler having circular grate-like projections at the bottom. These projections may be straight and transverse or otherwise disposed.
Patent GB-190102492-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Harrows Drags or like Agricultural Implements.
Inventor: OGLE WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-02-05
Granted: 1901-12-14
Abstract: 2492. Ogle, W. Feb. 5. Tines, securing; harrows; cultivators.-Relates to means for adjustably securing the tines of harrows, drags, and similar implements. Several forms are described. In Fig. 1, A represents a socket or box secured to the frame B, and formed with an extension A<1> having a projection A<2> adapted to engage one of a series of recesses C<1> in the tine C. The tine is further secured by a wedge D or by a screw H, Fig. 6. The projection A<2> may be formed in the side of the socket A instead of on an extension A<1>, or the screw which secures the box A to the frame may be arranged to form the projection. The projection may be formed on the tine, and engage recesses in the box A. In the form shown in Fig. 6, the tine C is formed with holes C<2>, through which passes a pin G, which also passes through holes in lugs F on the socket A. In the form shown in Fig. 8, recesses are formed in the tine C, and also in the projection A<1>, and a tapered pin J is passed through the hole formed when these recesses register with each other.
Patent GB-190105244-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Lids for Pots, Jugs, and other Vessels.
Inventor: FRISCH CARL GUSTAV
Filed: 1901-03-12
Granted: 1901-04-27
Abstract: 5244. Frisch, C. G. March 12. Jugs.-Relates to lids for pots of any kind, jugs, or other vessels. The lid is provided with an indented flange b, just small enough to pass through the opening in the top of the vessel. When the vessel is tilted, the lid slides forwards, as shown in Fig. 2, and is prevented from falling by the flange a.
Patent GB-190105544-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Soap Stamping Machinery.
Inventor: DODWELL CHARLES JOHN DEANE
Filed: 1901-03-16
Granted: 1902-02-20
Abstract: 5544. Dodwell, C. J. D., and Dodwell, B.. March 16. Stamping.-Relates to soap-stamping machines, and particularly to rotary machines, of which one is shown in diagrammatic plan in Fig. 1 and part in side elevation in Fig. 2. The tablets are fed on a band conveyer a beneath a chain b provided with equidistant projections b<1>, which serve to take the foremost tablet from the conveyer endwise towards revolving drums c carrying dies c<1> operated as usual. One of the drums carries a spur-wheel e, which drives a pinion f keyed on a shaft f<1> connected by a chain f to a shaft g driving the chain b. A spring h holds down and retains the tablets. The shells of the dies are provided with one or more inclined vent-holes controlled by sliding covers and allowing escape of excess of soap and air. Lubricant is supplied to the tablets on their way to the chain b by passing them over a roller dipping into a tank.
Patent GB-190105827-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in the Pedal Feet of Pianos
Inventor: FLETCHER HENRY JAMES
Filed: 1901-03-19
Granted: 1901-12-07
Abstract: 5827. Fletcher, H. J. March 19. Pianofortes.-The invention relates to pedal feet. The foundation A is made of wrought iron, and is covered by a brass plate B provided with a hornshaped part. The covering is secured by rivets or the like.
Patent GB-190106043-A (GB)
Title: Trolley Conductor Insulated Fitting for Electric Tramways and Railways.
Inventor: KLEINSTEUBER FRANZ GUSTAV
Filed: 1901-03-22
Granted: 1902-02-20
Abstract: 6043. Kleinsteuber, F. G. March 22. Electric railways and tramways with overhead conductors. Conductors, supports for. The insulated bolt b holding the conductor is provided with a metal armouring in one or more parts a, a', which is held in the outer housing c by a screw or bayonet joint or by bending over the metal.
Patent GB-190106274-A (GB)
Title: A Device for the Adjustment of the Clamping Jaws of Skates or the like
Inventor: SCHNEIDER WENZEL
Filed: 1901-03-25
Granted: 1901-06-01
Abstract: 6274. Schneider, W., and Schmidt, F. March 25. Skates.-Relates to means for actuating the clamping-jaws of skates and the like. The jaws h are arranged to slide in guides n between the plates e, and are formed with a series of teeth i, which engage a helical rib g on a plate f turning on a pin k. The plate f is turned by a spanner engaging a squared sleeve j, so as to adjust the jaws. The pin k is secured to the skate m by a fork l.
Patent GB-190108248-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Photographic Shutters.
Inventor: MATTIOLI GAETAN JOSEPH FORTUNE
Filed: 1901-04-22
Granted: 1902-03-13
Abstract: 8248. Mattioli, G. J. F. M. April 22. Shutters. -Relates to a double roller - blind shutter, one of the blinds being used to cover the lens while the shutter is being set. Fig. 6 shows the mechanism of the shutter when in the set position ; i is a pinion on the axis of the winding-up roller of the covering-blind, and i<1> the corresponding pinion of the exposing-blind. In setting the shutter, both pinions are rotated by the toothed wheel h, but the pinion i is released at the end of the movement by coming opposite a notch in the wheel h, as shown in Fig. 6. For a time exposure, the knob t is pushed in, and thereby imparts a 'lateral displacement to the lever q, which releases the stud s, but catches the projection x and holds the shutter open till released by further pressure on t. For instantaneous exposures, the stud y is pushed in, which movement depresses the lever q and throws the detent r clear of both the stud s and projection x. A cam 11 throws the pinion i out of gear with the toothed wheel h, and releases the covering-blind for focussing purposes.
Patent GB-190110087-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Stringed Musical Instruments
Inventor: MUELLER THEODOR HENRY FRIEDRIC
Filed: 1901-05-15
Granted: 1901-08-10
Abstract: 10,087. M³ller, T. H. F. May 15. Instruments with sonorous strings.- Relates to instruments in which the strings are played by the friction of an endless band H which is made of a fabric of vegetable fibre. A sound box A is supported on standards A', which are distinct from those of the mechanism, in such a way as to be as far as possible unconnected with any of the working parts. A shaft D, actuated by pedals E, drives a countershaft F having a wheel G round which the above-named band passes. The band, as shown in Fig. 5, is guided over several rollers h . . . h<6>, passing through a hole in the sound box, and between the strings. The folds of the band are not parallel, an arrangement which allows larger guiding-rollers to be used, thus reducing the wear on the band. The roller h<6> can be adjusted for the purpose of stretching the band. Fig. 6 shows the device for pressing the band against the strings. The pins k<5>, which engage with the band, are carried on levers k', which are operated by links k<1> and levers K, the latter being actuated by band. On release, the pins are returned to their normal places by springs k<6>. This device can be moved longitudinally on its supports, so as to remove it, if necessary, from the band. The springs are pressed down upon frets on a fingerboard, either by the direct pressure of the fingers or by blocks mounted on resilient wires which are stretched parallel to the strings. By carrying the blocks in this way an oscillating movement, producing a tremolo effect, can be imparted to them. Fig. 8 shows the method of tuning. The strings are strained to approximately the right tension by the ordinary tuning-pins, and the tuning is completed by screw nuts T. A sheet on which the notes are indicated may be placed upon the fingerboard, the frets passing through slots in the sheet. To provide for piano and flute effects, the countershaft F may be driven from the shaft D by a two speed gear. The driving-mechanism is enclosed in a case, and, to enable it to be reached for the purpose of starting it when the pedal cranks are at a dead point, a rod P, Fig. 17, is provided. The rod is actuated by a handle p<1>, and its opposite end can be made to engage with ratchet teeth on the flywheel d. A pawl R prevents the shaft D from running backwards. In the ordinary way the pawl is kept out of engagement with the teeth d<1> by an arm S, which is carried friction-tight on the shaft, but, if the shaft should run backwards, the arm is removed from the pawl, which then engages with the teeth.
Patent GB-190112446-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Drying Apparatus for Boots Shoes, Stockings and the like.
Inventor: BURCHARDT PAUL
Filed: 1901-06-18
Granted: 1901-07-20
Abstract: 12,446. Burchardt, P. June 18. Drying clothes.- An appliance for drying boots, shoes, socks, &c. consists of a flexible waterproof bag a fitted with a neck b, into which a cap c is screwed. The bag is shaped like a last, and, filled with hot water, is inserted into the article to be dried.
Patent GB-190113618-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ball Castors.
Filed: 1901-07-04
Granted: 1901-08-10
Abstract: 13,618. Ball Castor Co., and Hawksley, A. F. July 4. Castors, ball. The rollers, against which the large ball bears, in the type of castor described in Specifications No. 6872, A.D. 1894, and No. 4206, A.D. 1897, are provided with tyres of non-metallic material, or material which is a bad conductor of sound, such as raw hide, to render the action noiseless.
Patent GB-190114766-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Making Ice.
Inventor: TYLER ALFRED HUGH
Filed: 1901-07-20
Granted: 1902-05-29
Abstract: 14,766. Tyler, A. H. July 20. Ice-making.-Ice is made on the hollow plates a, which are suspended in a tank and can be removed when the ice is to be detached. Inlet and outlet pipes e, h for brine are connected to the hoods d, g on the plate, and the incoming brine is distributed through the plate by pipes c<2>. A siphon i is provided to drain the plate free from cold or hot brine. The plate consists of flat sheets riveted on a frame b having supporting-ears j, k. A counterweight k<2> for the pipes and a lifting-eye l are provided, and the plate may be moved in the tank while ice is being formed.
Patent GB-190115460-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Clocks.
Filed: 1901-07-30
Granted: 1902-06-19
Abstract: 15,460. Wise, W. L., [Akt.-Ges. "Magneta" (Elektrische Uhren ohne Batterie und ohne Contacte)). July 30. Electric clocks; escapements.-A loose wheel 15 replaces the pinion of the third wheel of an ordinary movement, and is connected to an arm 16 on the arbor of that wheel by a spring 14. A second train from the centre wheel 3 ends in an arbor which has periodic semi-revolutions that send electromagnetic currents to distant indicators. The semi-revolutions occur owing to an arm 8 having bent ends, escaping from half-pins 9 on a lever 10 which is wiped by pins 12 on the fourth wheel of the train. The motive-power of the train is thus the tension put on the connecting- spring each time the special escapement acts, and, in order to prevent the tension from being too great, the arm to the spring is only made friction-tight, or a spiral spring within a barrel is substituted, or the ratchet mechanism of Fig. 4 is adopted instead. Synchronizing-apparatus.-The escapement lever 10 is repeatedly pulled by a cord 17, if necessary.
Patent GB-190201664-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Suction or Inlet Valves for Compressors.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1902-01-21
Granted: 1902-04-24
Abstract: 1664. Thompson, W. P., [Castle, O. H.]. Jan. 21. Compressing.-The suction valves 12 of ammonia compressors carry a piston 16 working in a casing 10. The pressure is balanced on the two sides of the piston by fluid admitted through ports 27, 29. As the valve begins to open against the pressure of the spring 22, the piston closes the ports 29 and the unbalanced pressure above it assists its further movement, and brings the ports 31 opposite the ports 30, allowing the fluid to enter the cylinder.
Patent GB-190204549-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, and relating to, Carburettors for Motors.
Inventor: LONGUEMARE VEUVE LEON
Filed: 1902-02-22
Granted: 1902-05-01
Abstract: 4549. Longuemare, (nÚe Lechesne), Veuve L. Feb. 22. Gas or explosive-vapour engines, carburetting in. The carburetter is designed to work without maintaining the liquid supply at a constant level. The liquid is supplied under pressure through the pipe c to a chamber, whence it is drawn by the suction of the motor piston through a valve k and orifices i, j. The valve is closed by a spring u, and carries a cap q with perforations t. The air enters at e, and a supplementary supply is admitted by a valve x. The apparatus is heated by passing the exhaust gases through the jacket y.
Patent GB-190217605-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus relating to the Production of Motive Power from the Heat of the Atmosphere, and the Production of Cold
Inventor: LOUMIET JEAN
Filed: 1902-08-11
Granted: 1903-07-23
Abstract: 17,605. Loumiet, J. Aug. 11. Air and gas turbines forming part of apparatus for utilizing liquefied air or other gases for obtaining power from the heat of the atmosphere, and for producing cold. Liquefied air or other gas under pressure in a reservoir A is allowed to escape through a long conical tube B, and is caused to drive a De Laval turbine C. The expanded and cooled air from the turbine is returned through an annular passage E surrounding the tube B to a compressor F, which compresses it into an accumulator D in communication with the reservoir A through a jacket R surrounding the first part of the tube B. The middle part of the tube B is surrounded by a jacket M for the circulation of a liquid which is used successively to heat the air in the tube B and to cool the compressor F. The last part of the tube B is surrounded by one or more jackets N for the circulation of liquids which are used successively to heat the air in the tube B, and to cool substances which are at the temperature of the atmosphere, thus producing cold which may be utilized for industrial purposes, such as the production of ice. The jacket R ensures the reliquefaction of the air compressed into the reservoir D. The cooling of the jacket R may be assisted by allowing some of the air to escape from the vessel A through a cock r into a jacket G surrounding the jacket R. The pressure in the accumulator D is maintained by petroleum ether in an ordinary liquid accumulator. The whole apparatus is surrounded by non-conducting material. Part of the power developed by the turbine is used to drive the compressor ; the remainder may be employed for other purposes. It is stated that mechanical energy can thus be continually derived from the heat of the atmosphere.
Patent GB-190217648-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Type-writers.
Inventor: REITH JOHN
Filed: 1902-08-12
Granted: 1903-06-25
Abstract: 17,648. Reith, J. Aug. 12. Type-writers.-Relates to spacing-mechanism for moving the carriage proportionately to the width of the characters. The types 17 are on levers 23, 24, and strike centrally, on to a platen 3 mounted in the paper carriage. On suitable guides 4, supported by standards 27, are two sliding bars 1, 2 connected by links 10 to sliding frames 9 in which are journalled toothed wheels 5, 6 gearing with racks 11 on the paper carriage. The bare 1, 2 are urged towards each other so that their ends meet at the striking - centre, by helical springs 7 acting on the wheels 5, 6. Arms 12 are pivoted at 14 on the bars 1, 2, and are raised by springs 15, so as to leave a space 13 in which the type 17 engages as it descends. The type depresses the arms 12, and moves the ends of the bars 1, 2 apart. Near each wheel 5, 6 are pivoted two multiple pawls 18, 22 and 19, 22, the pawls being multiplied and set so as always to engage a tooth when the pawl is not lifted out of engagement. In writing normally the pawls 18,19 are in engagement, as shown, with the wheels, and, when a key is depressed, the wheel 6 is moved to the right, rolling over its rack 11, the wheel 5 being prevented from moving by the pawl 18. When the type-bar rises, the spring on the wheel 5 moves the carriage to the left until the bars 1, 2 meet. When it is desired to make the ends of the lines even, the last few words may be typed backwards from the end of the line. For this purpose, the action of the ratchet-wheels 5, 6 is reversed, and the carriage pushed to the end of its lefthand movement. , The action of the wheels 5, 6 is reversed by disengaging the pawls 18, 19 and engaging the pawls 22, by means of finger levers arranged for the purpose. The carriage is then fed in the opposite direction at each operation of a key.
Patent GB-190222686-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Fittings for Windows and the like.
Inventor: HAMILTON WILLIAM LINDSAY
Filed: 1902-10-18
Granted: 1903-08-20
Abstract: 22,686. Hamilton, W. L. Oct. 18. Windows.-Relates to fittings for temporarily pivoting sliding sashes on one side, so that they can be turned inwards for cleaning. A box E, with flanges L for attachment in the fixed beading, contains a pivoted arm, which is normally held closed by a spring G. The arm has a finger-piece H for opening it, and a hole K or a pin for engagement with a pin or a socket carried by the sash.
Patent GB-190223883-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Plug Taps or Cocks.
Inventor: LUCAS HARRY
Filed: 1902-11-01
Granted: 1903-08-27
Abstract: 23,883. Lucas, H., and Hopkins, C. Y. Nov. 1. Taps or valves and pipes, connecting ; hinge and swivelling joints.- Relates to plug cocks for acetylene gas generators &c., also applicable to gas - pipe connections and the like. The plug A has a conical stem a split in two or more pieces to act on a spring, and having an enlargement a' adapted to engage the shoulder b of a socket. The end a<2> of the plug allows it to be easily turned or withdrawn for cleaning purposes. Fig. 5 shows a similar device adapted as acock for an ordinary gas supply, and also adapted as shown in the upper part of the Figure as a pipe connection.
Patent GB-190300021-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Bolts of Locks and Latches.
Inventor: RICHARDS GEORGE
Filed: 1903-01-01
Granted: 1903-10-29
Abstract: 21. Richards, G. Jan. 1. Locks, key.-To prevent picking, the bolt A of a lock, night-latch, &c. has on one or both sides a guard plate a secured by rivets b. The plates pass across and enclose the gating c of the bolt, so that corresponding notches have to be made in the keybit. The guard plates a<1>, Fig. 4, pass across the talon d. For greater security, the plates may project beyond the bottom of the gating or talon. The plates may be used to vary locks or latches of a set.
Patent GB-190301044-A (GB)
Title: Improved Arrangements for Deodorization of Sewer Air
Inventor: STEWART JOHN
Filed: 1903-01-15
Granted: 1903-11-19
Abstract: 1044. Stewart, J. Jan. 15. Disinfecting.-A cage, basket, or vessel of perforated or reticulated material, containing a deodorant, is arranged in the ventilating-passages of sewers in such a way that all escaping gas passes through it. In the arrangement shown in Fig. 1, the vessel d containing the deodorant is placed at the bottom of a passage c leading to the ventilating-shaft b, a, being the manhole leading to the sewer below. When necessary, a special chamber is made for the openwork case, which chamber has a detachable cover to facilitate removal of the case. The sewer may be charged with the fumes of the deodorant by reversing the direction of the air currents shown by the arrows in the Figure. The receptacle may be placed in a bye-passage in a lamp shaft, the direct passage being closed by a removable diaphragm so that the gases must pass through the deodorant.
Patent GB-190304581-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Hydro-carbon Burners or Heaters and Regulators therefor.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1903-02-26
Granted: 1903-05-07
Abstract: 4581. Thompson, W. P., [Dow, F. F.]. Feb. 26. Vapour burners.-Cons i s t s of a hydrocarbon burner especially intended for steam-propelled vehicles. The burner, which is circular in plan, comprises a main outer chamber x and an auxiliary chamber y which may be in the centre, these two chambers having burner outlets e, e<2> respectively. Above the centre of the burner is arranged a coiled tube C forming a vaporizer, and communicating at one end with the oil supply and at the other end B with a three-way valve 42, by which the vapour is supplied through tubes 43, 44 and valves n, o, o', Fig. 5, to the chambers y, x respectively of the burner. When the burner is used for beating the steam generator of a motor vehicle, the supply of vapour to the burner is automatically controlled in accordance with the steam pressure by a regulator shown in Fig. 5. The pipe 1 admits steam from the boiler to spring- pressed diaphragms 6, 21 connected respectively to valves 9, 29. The valve 9 is an exhaust valve, but the valve 29 when open admits steam to a spring- pressed piston 33 connected to the arm 41 of the tbree-way valve 42. When the pressure reaches a predetermined lower limit, the valve 9 is closed, and, on the pressure reaching the higher limit, the valve 29 is opened and the piston 33 and arm 41 are moved to the right, thus cutting off the supply of vapour to the main burner. When the pressure falls, the valve 29 is first closed, and on the pressure faling further the valve 9 is opened, and the arm 41 returns to its former position, in which vapour is supplied to both burners. The burner is started by means of an auxiliary coil r, which is arranged at one side of the burner casing. This coil receives its supply from the delivery end B of the main coil, and delivers through the valves r<5>, n into the auxiliary burner. The inlet to the coil r is controlled by the valve 42, which at starting is uncoupled from the regulator 33 and turned so as to admit oil to the vaporizer. When the main vaporizer is in action, the coil r is cut out. The coil r is contained in a casing s, Fig. 4, provided with air inlets s' and containing absorbent material for spirit &c.