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Patent GB-189701155-A (GB)
Title: A Process for Utilizing Moulds or Microscopic Fungi for Extracting from Residues, particularly those arising from the Treatment of Amylaceous and Sugary Substances, Alcohol and Mucedines capable of being used in Panification, Distillation, Saccharification, and the like.
Inventor: COLLETTE AUGUSTE
Filed: 1897-01-15
Granted: 1898-02-15
Abstract: 1155. Collette, A., and Boidin, A. Jan. 15. Ferments. - Residues of all kinds, especially those resulting from the treatment of amylaceous and sugary substances, are treated with moulds, such as Amylomyces Rouxii, for the preparation of alcohol, and of mucidines capable of use in panification, distillation, saccharification, and the like. For example, the residuum from the manufacture of yeast is sterilized and treated with a trace of amylomyces, whereby the starch and dextrin are converted into glucose, and finally into alcohol. The mycelium is filtered off, and the liquid is distilled to recover the alcohol. After being washed and strongly compressed the mycelium keeps longer than yeast. Spores, which may be used as a saccharifying-agent, or as yeast, are produced by impregnating straw with waste liquids, sterilizing it, sowing some of the mycelium thereon, and exposing the mass to filtered air. The mycelium is suitable for use in bread-making either directly, or after preparing a 'fruit' by acting upon a farinaceous mash with it. The treatment of malt residues with amylomyces renders them capable of easy filtration, and increases the weight of the insoluble portion and its richness in nitrogenous substances. After filtration, a straw cake containing a large quantity of mycelium in a pure state is obtained. This is suitable for use in the fresh or dry condition in producing alcohol by the Chinese method. Moulds and yeasts in a pure state are simultaneously produced by sowing sterilized residues with amylomyces and a pure yeast. Or the limpid liquid obtained by the action of amylomyces alone is used for growing yeast, or as a source of diastase. The methods of applying antiseptics employed in fermentation by means of yeasts may also be applied in fermentation by means of moulds.
Patent GB-189707825-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Drawing and like Squares.
Inventor: LEYENDECKER WILHELM
Filed: 1897-03-26
Granted: 1897-07-17
Abstract: 7825. Leyendecker, W. March 26. Squares.-The pieces A, B, C forming the sides are cut away as shown at a, b, c, d so as to make a flush joint with large bearing- surface.
Patent GB-189712939-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Patterning Attachments for Rib-knitting Machines.
Inventor: WILLIAMS LOUIS NAPOLEON DEVON
Filed: 1897-05-25
Granted: 1897-07-17
Abstract: 12,939. Williams, L. N. D. May 25. Carcular kniting-machines.-Relates to improvements in the rib machine described in Specification No. 29,404, A.D. 1896. The needle-cylinder B is made to rotate in the bed A, and, by means of certain projections, causes the needle dial G to turn also. The needles a, b are reciprocated by came on the fixed cam box D and by a fixed cam plate F respectively. A bracket H on the cam box D carries a spindle on which turns a spur-wheel I, meshing with teeth on the cylinder B, and carrying a notched pattern disc J acting in the required manner on the ends of the dial needle b. In machines of the kind shown in Fig. 3 of the abovementioned Specification, the disc J may be mounted on a bracket projecting from the fixed cam plate F and may be turned by teeth on the needle dial G, the plate acting upon the bits of the needles a instead of on the ends.
Patent GB-189717945-A (GB)
Title: Improved Dies for use in the Manufacture of Metal Boxes.
Inventor: PAUL JOHN THOMSON
Filed: 1897-07-31
Granted: 1897-09-11
Abstract: 17,945. Paul, J. T. July 31. Bending; flanging.-Three of the four edges of the sides of metal boxes, e.g. tin biscuit boxes, are bent up or flanged to produce the form shown ir Fig. 6 by dies A, B. The blank M is first bent tc the form shown in Fig. 4 and then by a further action to the form shown in Fig. 5. In this second action the part G slides on the part H against the springs I and acts upon two spring slides D (only one shown) at right-angles to one another.
Patent GB-189720752-A (GB)
Title: Improvements connected with Cyclometers.
Inventor: HOPWOOD JOHN TURNER
Filed: 1897-09-09
Granted: 1898-07-02
Abstract: 20,752. Hopwood, J. T. Sept. 9. Odometers.-Relates to a guard suitably shaped to embrace or enclose a cyclometer so as to protect it from injury, especially when the cycle is being carried by train. Figs. 1 and 2 show the form employed when a 'Veeder' cyclometer is used. The guard D is bent at right-angles at its end, and swelled out at d to a circular form of slightlygreater diameter than that of the cyclometer A. A clip at H secures the guard adjustably to a pin E, which is carried on the fork G by a clip F, F tightened by screws f, f<1>.
Patent GB-189721869-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Hat Supporter.
Inventor: DICK JAMES
Filed: 1897-09-24
Granted: 1898-07-30
Abstract: 21,869. Dick, J. Sept. 24. Hats fitted with means for suspending.- The brim of a hat is fitted with a pin 12, Fig. 1, for suspending it in places where pegs and the like are not provided. When not in use the point of the pin is protected by a cover 2, or the pin 12, Fig. 8, is fixed on a plate 17 hinged to another plate which is attached to the hat by a pin 16 or its equivalent ; when the pin 12 is not in use the plate 17 is turned round so that the point enters the hole 15 in the other plate.
Patent GB-189724051-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electrodes for Primary and Secondary Batteries in Chemical Cells.
Inventor: FABIAN RICHARD
Filed: 1897-10-19
Granted: 1898-10-01
Abstract: 24,051. Fabian, R. Oct. 19. Primary and secondary batteries.-Electrodes are made up of a number of concentric spherical metal shells, each made in two parts d<1>, d<2>, mounted on an insulating-stem f, and separated by insulating- nuts f<1>. The shells are alternately positive and negative, and the shells of the same polarity are connected by pieces a to binding-posts b<2>. Holes e allow the circulation of the electrolyte.
Patent GB-189727936-A (GB)
Title: Improvements applicable to Railway Carriage and other Windows, Sliding Panels, and the like.
Inventor: WRIGHT WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-11-27
Granted: 1898-01-15
Abstract: 27,936. Wright, W. Nov. 27. Sash and like fastenings; casementfasteners;fastenings for seats and shelves. Relates to improvements on the invention described in Specification No. 9952, A.D. 1896, so as to make such invention applicable to the top rail of ordinary sash windows, and, when placed vertically, to casements, doors, and French windows, and for fixing panels, folding seats, or shelves and the like. The sliding rods a<x>, b<x> carry bolts a, b which engage in the window frame, and are withdrawn by turning the boss f by the lever g<x>. To open the window, the cord is pulled, whereupon the sash is first unfastened and then lowered.
Patent GB-189730115-A (GB)
Title: Improved Process of Applying Colours to Photographs.
Inventor: FEENY VICTOR ISIDORE
Filed: 1897-12-20
Granted: 1898-02-12
Abstract: 30,115. Feeny, V. I., [Bentivegni, F. von]. Dec. 20. Producing coloured photographs.-Relates to a process of colouring photographs by hand. A photographic print is cemented with gelatine face downwards on to a slightly-concave glass plate. It is then made transparent by immersing it in a solution containing castor oil, vaseline, spermaceti, rosemary, and citronelli oil. The vivid tints are then applied to the back of the print itself, and the more delicate colouring to the back of a plate of glass fixed over the back of the print. The back of the second glass is finally covered with black paper.
Patent GB-189802837-A (GB)
Title: Improved Gear Wheel Attachment, and Arrangement of Crank Axle Bearings for Cycles, Motor Cars, and the like.
Inventor: DALZIEL ROBERT FINDLAY
Filed: 1898-02-04
Granted: 1898-12-17
Abstract: 2837. Dalziel, R. F. Feb. 4. Motor road vehicles.-Relates to an arrangement of the crank and chain-wheel or its equivalent gear-wheel to prevent lateral strain, the invention being applicable to cycles, motor cars, and the like. The crank axle is mounted in bearings within the bracket a, while the chain-wheel d is mounted on single or double bearings, outside the bracket. The crank c fits between lugs j, j<1> on the chainwheel, and may be extended, as shown in dotted lines in Fig. 1, to engage between lugs j<2>, j<3>. The bearings are adjusted by movable cups f, g<1> which are locked in position by a cross-piece k fixed by a screw n and engaging with slots l, m on the outside of the cups.
Patent GB-189803908-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Variable Speed Gear.
Inventor: REDFERN GEORGE FREDERICK
Filed: 1898-02-16
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 3908. Redfern, G. F., [Borzini, E.]. Feb. 16. Drawings to Specification. Roots'-blower type.-A pump working in a closed circuit and used as a brake in connection with epicyclic variable-speed gearing is provided with a charging-vessel to compensate for leakage. This is fitted on the top of the pump and communicates with it through an opening fitted with a valve. It is provided with a charging-hole, a gauge glass, and an air valve to which is coupled a pump. The pump forces in air above the liquid which, when the valve is opened, is forced down into the pump.
Patent GB-189805191-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Boxes made of Strawboard, Leatherboard, Chip or like Material.
Inventor: KELLY JOHN PATRICK
Filed: 1898-03-03
Granted: 1899-01-28
Abstract: 5191. Kelly, J. P. March 3. Wood, paper, and like boxes.-The bottom A has flanges E for being sewn or otherwise attached to the body B ; or the flanges may be on the body. The body may be formed of a single strip, or of two strips, the body being integral with one of them which forms, say, one end. The lid may be similarly or otherwise formed.
Patent GB-189805804-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means or Appliances for Supporting and Holding Cycles in Vehicles or other Places.
Inventor: IVATT HENRY ALFRED
Filed: 1898-03-09
Granted: 1899-01-28
Abstract: 5804. Ivatt, H. A. March 9. Vans.-Relates to means for supporting cycles in railway and other vans. Figs. 1 and 2 show the fittings as arranged in a railway van. The handlebar of each machine is hung on a hook B suspended from a bar 11, and the back wheel of the machine, if a bicycle, is placed in a support A pivoted to a bar 3. The support A is of the form shown in Figs. 3, 5, or 6, so that it can be supported in the position shown by full lines in Fig. 1, or can be folded down into the position shown by dotted lines to allow the van to be used for ordinary luggage. The hooks and parts of the supports A, A on which the machine rests may be covered with leather, india-rubber, or the like. The fittings are equally suitable for the support of tricycles, quadricycles, &c.
Patent GB-189817483-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gas-heated Hand Irons.
Inventor: BLAIR DUNCAN RAMSAY
Filed: 1898-08-13
Granted: 1898-09-17
Abstract: 17,483. Blair, D. R. Aug. 13. Ironing.-Relates to gas-heated hand-irons. Fig. 2 shows a plan, partly in section. Fig. 3 shows a sectional elevation. A bunsen burner is employed, and the flames issuing from the jets B<4> impinge upon the heatconducting projections A<3>, which serve also to diffuse the currents of air entering through the lower row of ho!es A<4>. The products of combustion escape through the upper row of holes A<5>. The cover is protected by a sheet of asbestos B<5>. The knob B<13> serves to counterbalance the handle bracket B'.
Patent GB-189821405-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cases for Holding Coins.
Inventor: PESTUKA JOHANN
Filed: 1898-10-11
Granted: 1899-03-11
Abstract: 21,405. Pestuka, J. Oct. 11. Coin-handling appliances; money receptacles.- Frames of wire or sheet metal, or both, are made so as to bend up into cylindrical forms which will hold rouleaux of coins. Fig. 3 shows an incomplete cylinder of sheet metal having lugs at the ends bent inwards, and a sliding band to cover or uncover an aperture where the coins are inserted. A pin upon the band engages an L slot in the cylinder, and both cylinder and band are graduated. Fig. 8 shows two crossing frames pivoted together. Fig. 11 shows a wire frame of fixed shape completed by an elastic band. Another wire frame has joints, permitting it to be folded.
Patent GB-189821777-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Apparatus for Softening and Clarifying Water.
Inventor: BAKER WILLIAM JAMES
Filed: 1898-10-17
Granted: 1899-09-30
Abstract: 21,777. Baker, W. J. Oct. 17. Water, purifying and softening; decanting and settling; filters.-Relates to apparatus of the kind described in Specifications No. 91, A.D. 1895, and No. 15,384, A.D. 1897. The settling-chambers C, C', which the water enters after passing through the mixing-tank O and heater B, are fitted with depositing-plates pivoted on rods L and connected to chains K so that they may be tilted to discharge the sediment. To allow the passage of water, the plates E are perforated, or, according to the Provisional Specification, may be arranged zig-zag. The water finally passes through a fibre filter F, which may be vertical, as shown, or horizontal. To remove scum, the water is caused to rise till it overflows the lip J, over which the scum is swept by a sheet of water from the perforated p:pe V. The heater B and the oil separator A with which it may be combined are similar to those described in the above-mentioned Specifications.
Patent GB-189822811-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ships' Ventilators.
Inventor: TUTIN CHARLES KING
Filed: 1898-11-21
Granted: 1899-04-15
Abstract: 22,811. Tutin, C. K. Nov. 21. Ventilating ships.-Relates to means for opening and closing the ventilators of ships' cabins, saloons, &c. The cover F of the ventilator has a stem E of square cross-section passing through a square hole in the nut D, which is screwed into a boss supported by stays C. By rotating the stem E from the inside by means of a handle L or from the outside by means of the cover, the nut is unscrewed to free the wedges J, K. The cover is then raised to the required position, and secured by screwing back the nut so that the wedges grip the stem. A stop M prevents the nut from leaving its socket. A packing-ring H makes a water-tight joint when the cover is screwed down.
Patent GB-189824501-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Acetylene Generators.
Inventor: ELLEN WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-11-21
Granted: 1899-11-21
Abstract: 24,501. Eilen, W. Nov. 21. Acetylene. - Relates to generators in which water is automatically cut off or admitted by the rise and fall of the gas holder. One, or preferably two, cylindrical generators A are fixed in an inclined position to the side of the gas-holder tank. Each generator contains a loose tin receptacle B, divided by partitions into a number of compartments for holding the carbide. Each generator is provided with a lower inlet a' for water, an outlet F for gas, an outlet a<1> for residue, and a hinged cover K held in position by a bow M and screw m<1> and connected to a lever handle H mounted on the plug f<1> of the gas pipe, so that, when the generator is opened, communication is cut off between the generator and gas holder, and vice versÔ. The water supply valve is operated from the bell N by a cord R in the known manner. The Provisional Specification states that the carbide may be contained in a number of tins having slit tops, and placed in the generator with clearance spaces between them.
Patent GB-189907591-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture and Production of Colouring-matters and Intermediate Products of the Anthracene Series.
Inventor: JOHNSON JAMES YATE
Filed: 1899-04-11
Granted: 1900-02-17
Abstract: 7591. Johnson, J. Y., [Badische Anilin & Soda Fabrik]. April 11. Dyes, artificial.-Relates to the production of dyes from the alphylated amidoanthraquinones which result from the action of primary aromatic amines upon 1 41-dinitroanthraquinone, or its isomers, such as the 1 : 1'- and the 1 : 3-dinitro compounds. Consists of two processes, viz. :-(1) The alphylated amidoanthraquinones are first converted into mixtures of various highly-substituted halogen derivatives by treating them with bromine or chlorine, in presence of a suitable solvent, such as carbon bisulphide or glacial acetic acid. The halogen products are then heated to a high temperature with about ten times the quantity of a primary aromatic amine, such as aniline, o- or p-toluidine, phenylene iiamine, or benzidine, alone or in presence of a conden-ing-agent such as zinc chloride, aniline hydrochloride, or boric acid. The colouring-matters separate on cooling, in the form of dark green powders, but as they are insoluble, they are sulphonated by treatment with the usual sulphonating agents. The sulphonic acids thus obtained dye unmordanted or chrome-mordanted wool green shades which are fast to light. (2) The alphylated amidoanthraquinones above described are converted directly into violet-blue wool dyes by moderate sulphonation, for example, by treatment with sulphuric acid of 96 per cent. at about 80‹-100‹ C. These products are precipitated from their aqueous solution by common salt. By more energetic sulphonation, for example, with fuming sulphuric acid containing about 20 per cent. of free SO3 at 30‹-35‹ C., yellower red dyes are produced. These products are not precipitable by salt. They are, therefore, converted in solution in the usual manner first into calcium salts, and then into sodium salts, which are evaporated to dryness.
Patent GB-189912051-A (GB)
Title: A New Fastening for Securing Articles of Clothing, Paper, and the like.
Inventor: FIELD JOHN EDWIN
Filed: 1899-06-09
Granted: 1900-04-28
Abstract: 12,051. Field, J. E. June 9. Paper - fasteners. -Relates to fastenings for clothing, papers, &c. Fig. 2 shows the application to a stud. The base and shank of the stud consist of a flat spiral s<2>, s<3>, which is secured to the usual head s<1> and is inserted through a buttonhole &c. by rotating it so as to screw in the spiral. In a modification intended to pass through two buttonholes separately, the part s<3> is connected to the cap by around shank. In another form the cap is replaced by a spiral which is secured to the usual base. When applied to paper-fasteners the end s<4> of the spiral is made sharp.
Patent GB-189920902-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Communication Apparatus between Passengers and Train Officials.
Inventor: BARKER WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-10-19
Granted: 1900-10-13
Abstract: 20,902. Barker, W., and Wyke, J. H. Oct. 19. Brakes.-Relates to railway passengers communication apparatus, which, when operated, applies the vacuum or compressed-air brakes. The branch N from the brake pipe is normally closed by the spring-controlled valve H, Fig. 4. The operating-lever Q<1> is fixed on the rocking shaft A, which passes through the lugs B on the valve casing C. When the lever Q<1> is operated, a cam or heel-piece on it opens the valve H, so applying the brakes. At the same time, the semaphore arms or discs D, on the outer ends of the shaft A, are turned from the horizontal to the vertical position, to indicate the compartment. The shaft is locked in the position to which it is moved, by the pawl F engaging the ratchet-wheel E. The pawl is released by the guard &c. to re-set the apparatus. The shaft A and valve may be operated by a chain or cord and pulley, instead of by a lever. The pressure of the valve spring J<1> may be regulated by the perforated plate K, which screws within the casing C.
Patent GB-189922911-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Elastic Cycle Bearings.
Inventor: SCHMITZ FRANK
Filed: 1899-11-16
Granted: 1900-02-03
Abstract: 22,911. Schmitz, F. Nov. 16. Supporting or mounting bearings for cycles. The cones b<2>, b<3>, between which and the cups a, a' the balls c run, are formed on the exterior of an axlebox B. The solid axle E passes through the axlebox, and is supported therein by the spring D, which takes up vibrations that would otherwise be communicated to the frame. The ends of the axle E are attached to the forks, and washers F, F<1> are provided to close the ends of the axle-box. The axle-box is guided in its up-and-down movement by these washers F, F<1> and by the pin e on the axle.
Patent GB-189925773-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Internal Combustion Motors and Vehicles Propelled therewith.
Inventor: ROOTS JAMES
Filed: 1899-12-30
Granted: 1900-12-29
Abstract: 25,773. Roots, J., and Venables, C. E. Dec. 30. Turning-gear.-The crank shaft of an explosion engine on a motor vehicle is turned at starting by pedals operating through chain gearing and a silent ratchet clutch. Eccentrics.-A variable throw eccentric, Fig. 8, may be employed to transmit motion from the crank shaft of an explosion engine to the driving axle of a motor road vehicle. It acts through a. silent ratchet clutch Q'. The eccentric sleeve M is moved relatively to a block P<1> on the crank shaft by a screw P<3> on the rod 0 engaging a threaded pinion P<2> which is turned by a rack P<4>. Two of these eccentrics operating clutches at 180‹ with each other may be employed to ensure a smoother motion.
Patent GB-190001904-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Clock-alarms from Bedrooms.
Inventor: WOLF SIMON
Filed: 1900-01-30
Granted: 1900-05-05
Abstract: 1904. Wolf, S. Jan. 30. Bedsteads combined with alarm clocks. The frame r of the mattress or couch is supported by springs f, which yield to the weight of a person and close a gap in the circuit of the alarm and a clock. The alarm sounds till the person has left the bed.
Patent GB-190007220-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Brakes for Mine Trucks.
Inventor: MUIRHEAD JOHN
Filed: 1900-04-19
Granted: 1901-03-09
Abstract: 7220. Muirhead, J. April 19. Brakes for mine trucks drawn by cables. The spring draw-bar 10, Fig. 2, is connected by links 9 to bell cranks 7 carrying cams 8 with serrated or pin edges. Should the cable part or become unhooked, the spring 12 causes the bell cranks 7 to turn, and the edges of the cams 8 dig into beams 18 of wood bolted to the sleepers, to stop the truck. In the modification shown in Fig. 3, the ports 21 of the truck body carry rail brakes 24, which are normally elevated by means of the cams 30 on the crank shaft 28 impinging on the wear plates 32 on the bottom of the body. The draw-bar 10 has a slotted link 26, in which works the crank-pin 27 of the shaft 28. In this case, relaxation of the pull causes the cams 30 to fall forwards and lower the truck body, simultaneously applying the shoes 24 to the rails 6.
Patent GB-190007607-A (GB)
Title: A Method of Connecting Together Serrated Sheet Metal Strips for Making the Joints of Cardboard Boxes and similar Articles.
Inventor: DOEDERLEIN WILHELM
Filed: 1900-04-24
Granted: 1900-08-04
Abstract: 7607. D÷derlein, W. April 24. Staples.-Bent serrated metal strips S, T for connecting the edges of cardboard boxes &c., are recessed at b, and have the points cut away at a to facilitate the jointing of the ends together. The end a is inserted in the bent end T, and the sectorshaped p trts d of the end T are dished or punched inwards into the recesses b so as to lock the ends firmly together.
Patent GB-190007770-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ornamental Plaques.
Inventor: JUMEAU FERDINAND ALEXANDRE
Filed: 1900-04-26
Granted: 1901-02-16
Abstract: 7770. Jumeau, F. A. April 26. Transparencies ; transparent and translucent materials.-Relates to ornamental plaques which may be employed as wall panels, church windows, furniture ornaments, signboards, or jewel caskets. The plate A, of glass or other transparent substance, is provided with recesses a to receive gems, and is covered with a thin glass sheet B. The plate A may be made of a mixture of gelatine and glycerine, in which case formal is painted over its surface.