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Patent GB-191214454-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Apparatus for Setting Projectile Fuses.
IPC: F42C17/00
Filed: 1912-06-20
Granted: 1912-07-25
Abstract: 14,454. Krupp Akt.-Ges., F. Oct. 9, 1911, [Convention date]. Projectile fuses.- Relates to f use - setting apparatus, and consists in causing the setting to be automatically slightly varied by each operation so that a number of projectiles may be set rapidly for slightly different ranges for use in groups against air-ships. In the apparatus shown, the hub F<1> of the operating-handle F carries a planet wheel J in gear with a fixed pinion a<2> and connected through a reversing-gear K, K<1>, P to a change-speed gear P<1>, P<2>, P<3>, Q, Q<1>, Q<2> so that each rotation of the handle F gives small rotary sets of different magnitudes and either positive or negative to the wheels Q, Q', Q<2>. Any of these sets may be transmitted to the range-adjusting worm H, H<1> by coupling the worm to one of the wheels Q, Q<1>, Q<2>; this is performed bya spring pin r' which is mounted in a piece R slidable in a radial direction in a plate h<2> rigid with the worm, and which is thus capable of snapping into any one of the three toothed rings q<6> secured to the wheels Q, Q<1>, Q<2>, When it is not desired to alter the setting automatically, or when the range is to be adjusted by hand, the pin r<3> is shifted to a groove f<12>, so that the worm is not now coupled to any of the wheels Q, Q<1>, Q<2> and may be rotated freely by a knob r<1>, A spring T tending to draw the knob inwards presses the pin r<3> against one of the rings q', and thus serves to hold the pin in place. The wheels K, K<1> of the reversing-gear are shifted to right or left by an eccentric pin n<1> on a spindle N provided with a handle n<2>.
Patent GB-191216245-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Collar Supports for Personal Wear.
Inventor: CUE PERCY
IPC: A41B3/06
Filed: 1912-07-11
Granted: 1912-10-10
Abstract: 16,245. Cue, P. July 11. Stiffeners.-The sides of a stiffener are turned over along the whole perimeter to form a channel, in which is centrally located a filling c, leaving chambers d at each end. Elongated disks f, sewn horizontally on the material to be stiffened, are turned into the vertical position and inserted into the chambers, after which they are turned round again, their ends resting under the channeled edges of the chambers.
Patent GB-191217752-A (GB)
Title: Electric Hand Apparatus for Producing Light.
Inventor: LAKE WILLIAM EDWARD
IPC: F21L13/08
Filed: 1912-07-31
Granted: 1913-07-17
Abstract: 17,752. Lake, W. E., [Fabrique Internationale d'Appareils Ó Magneto S. A. (F.I.A.M.)]. July 31. Combined with dynamos.-A hand-lamp has a bulb f mounted on and revolving with an armature e of a magneto, the armaturespindle d passing through an elongated bearing in the crown of a permanent magnet b and being driven, for instance, by gearing from a spring drum g, which may be woundup by depressing a hinged side l of the casing. Repeated depression gives a continuous light. A spring button q may be pressed to keep the armature e from revolving, so that the drum can be wound completely.
Patent GB-191218413-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Curtain Rings.
Inventor: GOODRUN JOHN PERCY
IPC: A47H13/01
Filed: 1912-08-10
Granted: 1913-07-03
Abstract: 18,413. Goodbun, J. P. Aug. 10. Curtains, suspending.- In a curtain-ring of the type consisting of a divided hoop having spikes upon its abutting ends, such spikes c are inwardly directed and cross each other as shown. They may be mounted on plates d, or formed directly on the ends of the hoop. The curtain is removed by pulling it inwards towards the rod, after inverting the ring.
Patent GB-191218821-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Parachutes.
Inventor: DESGARDIN AUGUSTE THEOPHILE
Filed: 1912-08-16
Granted: 1913-07-24
Abstract: 18,821. Desgardin, A. T. Aug. 16. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Parachutes.-A self-opening parachute c is held in sockets d, e and is released from the sockets by a pull on a rope g, simultaneously withdrawing bolts r which secure the aeroplane seat to the machine, and enabling the aeroplane to fall away. The parachute comprises a stem m on which slides a collar l. The cover of the parachute is secured partly to elastic cords k and partly to whalebone ribs to which the suspension cords o are secured. In opening, the cords k pull the collar l until it is buffered by the head n. Springs t<1> are fixed to the legs of the seat to cushion the shock of landing.
Patent GB-191224059-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Resinous Condensation Products.
IPC: C08G63/137
Filed: 1912-10-21
Granted: 1913-09-04
Abstract: 24,059. British Thomson-Houston Co., [General Electric Co.]. Oct. 21. Impregnating-compositions. - The condensation product obtained from camphoric acid and a polyhydric alcohol such as glycol, glycerine, or mannite is dissolved in acetone and the solution used to impregnate fibrous materials such as tape, wood, &c.
Patent GB-191226598-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cushioned Boot Heels.
Inventor: DEMOREY ANDRE
IPC: A43C13/04
Filed: 1912-11-19
Granted: 1913-01-16
Abstract: 26,598. Demorey, A., and Tournier, B. Nov. 20,1911, [Convention date]. Protectors, construction of; studs, detachable or externally-applied.-The tread of a boot heel 1 made of rubber, leather, &c. is recessed to receive a number of elastic rollers 4, Figs. 2 and 3, which are held in place by a metal plate 6 secured by screws 7. The trunnions 5 may be integral with the rollers, or consist of separate axles 9, Fig. 5. The rollers may be furnished with cores 8 of lead or other material, the size of which determines the degree of resiliency of the rollers.
Patent GB-191227218-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Slide Valves for Internal Combustion and other Engines.
Inventor: GARBE CHARLES
IPC: F01L5/02
Filed: 1912-11-26
Granted: 1913-11-26
Abstract: 27,218. Garbe, C. Nov. 27, 1911, [Convention date]. Slide valves, flat; rotary disk valves; cam gears.-Flat slide valves for internal-combustion and other engines comprise a number of parallel plates 8 arranged to have play between fixed plates 4 of the valve-casing, so as to secure tightness either by forming a labyrinth joint, as shown in Fig. 4, when the parts do not engage, or by forming a succession of closures as shown in Fig. 1, when the parts are pressed into engagement by the gases or by other means. The movable and fixed plates may be of stamped sheet metal, and accurate fitting is not necessary. Fig. 1 shows a flat slide valve built up of plates 8 and distance-pieces 9 secured to a plate 10, which bears against the seat 12 when the valve is closed. The valve-rod 24 is worked by a rotating cam and transmits motion to the valve through a spring 25. Fig. 4 shows a rotary disk valve in which the bearings 22, 23 form stops for keeping the valve members out of contact with the fixed plates. An oscillating sector valve is also described.
Patent GB-191300581-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Expression-controlling Means of Automatic Musical Instruments.
Inventor: WHITE FRANK CORNWELL
Filed: 1913-01-08
Granted: 1913-12-18
Abstract: 581. White, F. C. June 6, 1912, [Convention date]. Expression, controlling; blowing and exhausting air.-Relates to a modification of the expression - controlling means described in Specification 468/13, in which a governor bellows is provided with two or more spring- controlled valves controlling separate channels connecting the interior of the governor bellows and exhaust, and adapted to close in succession as the governor bellows collapses. According to the present invention, the valve-springs bear against the moving-board of the bellows and tend to expand the bellows when the corresponding valves are closed. The valves I control channels connecting the action A to the exhausting-apparatus and are connected by catgut or other flexible material K to screws L on the moving-board of the bellows E. The positions of the valves I can be adjusted by the screws L. Springs J are arranged between the valves I and the moving-board of the bellows E, and are adapted to assist the spring G in expanding the bellows. The valves N are opened to render the valves I operative, and the valve U opens an ungoverned connexion to exhaust. These valves are pneumatically operated by the opening or closing of the ducts S, X, either by the tunesheet or by the fingers of the performer.
Patent GB-191306827-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Presses and Appliances for Compressing and Bundling Light Metallic Scrap and the like Material.
Inventor: WARD THOMAS WILLIAM
IPC: B30B15/34
Filed: 1913-03-20
Granted: 1914-01-29
Abstract: 6827. Ward, T. W., and Lash, H. W. March 20. Metals, powdered, obtaining coherent masses from.-Steel sawings &c. are consolidated by heating to 1000‹ to 1500‹ F. and compressing in presses such as described in Specifications 23,633/94, [Class 83, Metals, Cutting &c.], and 1598/11, [Class 83 (iv), Metals, Working], modified by adding water-cooling means. The compression chamber a, the cover d, and the ram f may be cored out, bored, or otherwise provided with water jackets b and circulating- pipes a<1>, a<2>, e, g.
Patent GB-191308240-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Photographically Recording Electrical Measurements and for like purposes.
Filed: 1913-04-08
Granted: 1913-09-18
Abstract: 8240. Siemens & Halske Akt.-Ges. April 10, 1912, [Convention date]. Photographic recorders. - In devices of the kind described in Specification 20,580/05, applicable to oscillographs and like electrical recording-instruments, the recording-beam is diverted from its straight path to the photographic drum t by a removable mirror p, so that it falls on a translucent or like surface b, its path in either case being of the same length. In a modification, the mirror is polygonal and, in being moved in or out of position, is put in or out of gear with the motor normally driving the photographic surface, so that a similar record is produced on the surface b to that which would normally be made.
Patent GB-191309673-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Process and Apparatus for Elevating Sewage and the like.
Inventor: PRIESTMAN ALBERT
IPC: E03F5/22
Filed: 1913-04-24
Granted: 1914-04-16
Abstract: 9673. Priestman, A. April 24. Systems.-In means for elevating sewage &c., more or less of the solid matter in suspension is separated from the liquid, and the liquid and sludge are separately raised by means automatically controlled by the sewage level. The sewage enters by a pipe a below a screen b<1>, the clear liquid flowing upwards into a tank c. When the liquid in the well c reaches a predetermined level, it lifts the float m, closing the switch k and starting the electrically-driven pump d which removes the liquid from the well c and discharges it into the main c'as shown by the arrows. At the same time, the air-compressor i is driven to compress air into the receiver h until a predetermined pressure is obtained, whereupon air passes through the pipe h<1> to the valve device p, which is of the kind described in Specification 21,652/08. This valve admits compressed air to the ejector e which removes the sludge from under the screen b<1>. When the sludge is removed from the chamber b, the float t falls and opens a valve s supplying water to the spray pipe o by which the screen b<1> is cleansed. If the screen becomes clogged, the sewage rises in the pipe a<2> and forces air through the bell n and pipe f<3> to actuate the valve p and admit compressed air to the ejector e and thus discharge the contents of the chamber b and permit the screen to be cleaned irrespective of the level of the liquid in the well c.
Patent GB-191311201-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wrapper Pasting Devices.
Inventor: SLEEPER JOSEPH JONATHAN
IPC: B65B51/02
Filed: 1913-05-13
Granted: 1913-12-24
Abstract: 11,201. Sleeper, J. J. May 13. Coating-machines.-In apparatus for pasting wrappers, in which a paste hopper rests on a pile of wrappers and pastes the wrappers as they are withdrawn one by one from the pile, the paste hopper 6, which slides on rods 2 on a base-plate 1, is closed at the bottom by a plate 18 supported on rollers 17 and carrying a strip 20 of raw hide or other material, which forms the paste-applying means. A second strip 23 forms a tight joint between the hopper and the plate 18. The strip 20 is pressed downwards by producing an upward pull on the plate 18 by means of springs connected to a fixed plate 24, the movement being limited by set-screws 25. The width of the paste outlet is regulated by a lever 32 hinged to the plate 18 and pressed either against the hopper or against a stud 35 fixed to the plate 24. The length of the paste outlet is regulated by plates 37 sliding beneath the outlet. Plates to close the outlet when the apparatus is out of use are provided. Adjustable side rollers 40 assist in supporting the hopper on the pile, and spring- pressed spurs on the back of the hopper prevent more than one sheet from being withdrawn at a time. When the pile is not flat, the end to be pasted is supported by a plate 45 adjusted by a wedge 46.
Patent GB-191313303-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Window Shade Controlling Devices.
Inventor: HARRIS EDWARD ELLIS
IPC: E06B9/78
Filed: 1913-06-09
Granted: 1914-01-08
Abstract: 13,303. Harris, E. E. June 9. Roller-blinds, pawl and catch arrangements for.- A blind roller 4 of the springless type has a ratchet-wheel 21 pressed on to its end and secured thereon by a trunnion pin 3 having a shoulder 22. The trunnion 3 is carried in a side plate 2 formed integral with a supporting back-plate 1, which has also another side plate 6 having slots 8, 9 for the trunnions 17, 11 of the pawl plate 10. The pawl plate 10, which carries a sheave 13 on a bearing 12 resting in a notch 7 in the side plate 6, thus has an oblique axis 11, 17, the part 18 of the pawl being heavier so that it normally engages the ratchet-wheel 21. A cord 16 attached to the roller 4 passes round the sheave 13 and is used to remove the pawl 10 from the ratchet-wheel 21 when either raising or lowering the blind by respectively pulling on the same cord or allowing it to slip between the fingers.
Patent GB-191314428-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Dressing of Ores.
Inventor: VAUTIN CLAUDE
IPC: B07B11/06
Filed: 1913-06-21
Granted: 1914-06-23
Abstract: 14,428. Vautin, C. June 21. [Cognate Application, 15,304/13.] Separators for pulverulent bodies.-A centrifugal machine for separating powdered ores comprises a vessel containing a rotating vertical column of fluid, such as air or water, into which the powdered ore is introduced. The heavier particles are removed from the centre of the bottom of the vessel, while the lighter particles are removed from a point nearer the periphery. The vessel is so shaped or provided with internal surfaces of such a shape that the rotation of the lower part of the column is retarded. The apparatus consists of a fixed cylindrical vessel A with a conical bottom B. An outlet D is provided for the heavier particles. Outlet pipes E for the lighter particles are arranged concentrically and communicate with a common pipe H, in which is placed a fan J for the provision of the necessary suction. Air or other fluid for the maintenance of the rotating fluid column is admitted through a series of nozzles F<1>. Alternatively, the rotation of the fluid may be produced by mechanical agitation or other means. The powdered ore may be introduced from a distributor at the top of the vessel or may be injected with the fluid as shown in Fig. 1, in which the ore passes from a hopper G into one of the nozzles F'. The ore is sized before being introduced into the apparatus.
Patent GB-191316519-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Lace.
Inventor: BERKER GUSTAV
IPC: D04C1/00
Filed: 1913-07-18
Granted: 1913-10-30
Abstract: 16,519. Berker, G., and Puhl, K. July 18. Braid. - The maltesecross or spot effect is produced in torchon lace made on braiding - machines by means of four or more threads a, b, c, d bound by two crossing threads e, f, all the threads being uniformly weighted.
Patent GB-191318107-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gas Turbines.
Inventor: STREET CECIL JOHN CHARLES
IPC: F02C3/00
Filed: 1913-08-08
Granted: 1914-06-11
Abstract: 18,107. Street, C. J. C. Aug. 8. Working-fluid supply.-A turbine 2 is supplied with combustion products and scavenging air alternately from combustion chambers 4, the lower ends of the combustion chambers being connected to water-pipes 8 so that the necessary operations of suction and compression are effected by the pulsations of the water columns in the pipes 8. The inlet and outlet ports of each combustion chamber are controlled by valves 9, 10 respectively, operated in any suitable manner. In the conical ends 7 of each pipe are air-inlet valves 11, fuel-inlet valves 12, and auxiliary ignition devices 13. In the combustion chambers 4 are ignition devices 14. Two cycles of operation are described. In the first method, fuel and air are injected into the space 7 and ignited. As the valve 10 is closed, the consequent expansion forces the water down the pipe 8. The momentum of the water causes the pressure to drop below atmospheric so that a fresh supply of air is drawn in. The returning column of water forces air through the valve 10, which is now opened, combustion chamber 4, and valve 9, to the turbine, this being the normal scavenging portion of the cycle. At a certain predetermined point, the valve 9 closes and the fuel-valve 12 is opened. The rising column of water compresses the charge, which is then ignited. The valve 10 then closes and the valve 9 is opened, whereupon the combustion products pass to the blades of the turbine. In the second method of operation, the cycle is started by injecting air and fuel in the chamber 7 and igniting the mixture. The water is driven down the tube 8 and by its momentum creates a vacuum in the chamber 7, whereupon air is admitted through the valve 11. The valves 9, 10 are thereupon opened and the returning column of water drives the scavenging- charge of air through the turbine. The valve 9 is then closed and the water again falls, whereupon air and fuel are admitted. The water again rises and compresses the charge in the combustion chamber 4, the valve 10 is closed, and the charge ignited. The cycle is then repeated.
Patent GB-191322382-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Watch Holders for Wrist Wear.
Inventor: GEORGE ROBERT PETLEY
IPC: A44C5/14
Filed: 1914-03-19
Granted: 1914-07-23
Abstract: 22,382. George, R. P., and Jarvis, F. March 19, 1914. Watch bracelets.-The holder comprises two frame-like members A, B made of wire or stamped out of sheet metal and adapted 'to slide on one another, being drawn together by spiral springs 8 embracing the side limbs 4, 6 of the members. The side limbs of the member A are bent to form loops 3 at one end, these loops serving to guide the member B and acting with the end bar 9 of the member B to retain the springs 8. The watch is retained in position by horns 1 on the member A and a loop 4' on the member B through which the bow of the watch is passed, the loop being provided with a central recess 4" adapted to receive the stem of the watch. Wrist straps are secured in the ordinary way to the end bars 5, 9 of the members.
Patent GB-191324343-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Belt Fasteners.
Inventor: BULLOCK HAROLD GEORGE VICTOR
IPC: F16G7/00
Filed: 1913-10-27
Granted: 1914-10-22
Abstract: 24,343. Bullock, H. G. V. Oct. 27. Belt fastenings.-In motor-cycle belt fastenings of the type in which the belt attachments 2 are provided with extension members, the outer extension 1 is hinged to the main part, but the inner extension 3 is slidably connected thereto. Such connexion may consist of a slotted piece 11<a> and studs 14, or a plate 11 with projections 12 engaging slots in the parts 3, 4 may be employed. The connecting-link 15 is held in position by transverse bolts 17, the bolt heads and nuts being formed square so as to be non-rotatable.
Patent GB-191326980-A (GB)
Title: An Improved System and Means for Referencing or Indexing the Various Stages of Business Transactions.
Inventor: WHITTINGHAM FREDERICK
Filed: 1913-11-24
Granted: 1914-11-24
Abstract: 26,980. Whittingham, F. Nov. 24. Displaying information; time-reminders.-Stages in business transactions, as for example the progress of an order in a business house from its receipt to the despatch of the goods, are indicated upon " dials " e<1>, of which a number are shown in Fig. 20 arranged in the order-keeper's display board or cabinet. The stages of progress, with dates, times, requests for urgency &c. are indicated on the "dial" by the use of variously coloured pointers, pegs, disks, &c. Fig. 7 shows a portion of one row of dials of which the middle dial is shown complete with its indicating-pointers and provided with various pegs and disks furnishing information concerning the order and its progress. Pins upstanding from the dial are arranged in two concentric circles as shown, and elsewhere on the dial face. The pins are adapted to receive pegs h, Fig. 15, of various colours and bearing numerals and dots as shown. By the use of the numerals and dots, dates, times, and numbers may be indicated with a smaller number of pins than would otherwise be required on the dial. For example, the fact that this particular order was received on December 29th and allotted to number 48 of the staff is shown by placing the white pointer W on pin 12 of the inner circle (12th month), a red peg bearing the numeral 3 and two dots on pin 9 (3 Î 9 + 2 = 29), and a red peg 3 on pin 16 of the outer or staff circle of pins (3 Î 16 = 48). Similarly, a peg bearing three dots placed on an hour pin 2, would indicate 2.45 as the time of a particular transaction. Variously-coloured disks such as k<5>, k<8> are slipped into recesses in the edges of the " dial " to record further stages or convey further information. Fig. 3 shows an index card with a transparent clip d forming a pocket containing a "feeder " c, Fig. 2<a>. This feeder or holder comprises a back-piece c with a transparent celluloid cover c<1> stitched to it. A slip with brief particulars of the order and its allotment to the staff is torn from a duplicating-book and placed on the feeder, which is then slipped into the pocket of the clip d. Storage devices are provided for the pegs, disks, &c., and for the dials not in use.
Patent GB-191327336-A (GB)
Title: Hook for Window Shutters.
Inventor: OBERMANN KARL
IPC: E05C19/10
Filed: 1913-11-27
Granted: 1914-05-14
Abstract: 27,336. Obermann, K. Nov. 27. Hooks for window-shutters are made from a single length of wire and are bent at the middle so as to form a handle a<1>.
Patent GB-191329073-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Bookbinding Means.
Inventor: SHEPHERD JAMES HENRY
IPC: B42D1/00
Filed: 1913-12-17
Granted: 1915-02-17
Abstract: 29,073. Shepherd, J. H. Dec. 17. Book binding.-- In bookbinding, the sheets are provided at their inner edges with one or more pairs of slits c, each slit being inclined to its neighbour so as to leave one or more dovetail portions d, and a separate length of string, tape, &c. h is looped into each pair of slits. A length of tape is glued down at a portion of its under face to each binding-edge, and the end papers are secured to its upper face. The loose ends of the strings &c. hare attached to the end papers, which in turn arc pasted to the inside of the book cover.
Patent GB-191400316-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Evenly Distributing Water, Sewage or other Liquids.
Inventor: COMMIN FREDERICK JAMES
IPC: E02B13/00
Filed: 1914-01-06
Granted: 1914-06-18
Abstract: 316. Commin, F. J. Jan. 6. Distributors with liquid flowing along wires. -Troughs D, either fixed or movable for distributing liquids, are fitted with capillary wire siphons E clipped over the edge of the trough at intervals and bent at E2, Fig. 3, to engage the bottom of the trough.