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Patent GB-189915921-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Starting Races.
Inventor: CHAPMAN CHARLES ARTHUR
Filed: 1899-08-03
Granted: 1899-09-09
Abstract: 15,921. Chapman, C. A. Aug. 3. Races, starting.- Specially-constructed gates placed across the racecourse are released electrically or by hand, and withdrawn by spring or other convenient mechanism. Fig. 1 shows a pair of gates, each of which is constructed of elastic webbing C, secured at one end to a covered rod or tube D and at the other end to canvas E. The canvas is secured to a spring drum B in the gate-post in such a way that, on a release of the gates, the gates are rapidly wound up. Fig. 2 shows the gates as constructed of uprights C, bars, tie-rods, and webbing f. The gates are swung out of position by chains or india-rubber cords which run over pulleys and are secured to springs or to spring drums. The electromagnet p releases the gate latch. Fig. 5 shows a gate consisting of angleiron q attached to a rod r which turns on bearings s. The gate may be wholly or partially filled in with webbing.
Patent GB-190005003-A (GB)
Title: Means for Automatically Reviving or Reinforcing Exhausted Pulsations upon a Telephone Line.
Inventor: MENGIS MORRIS CLINTON
Filed: 1900-03-16
Granted: 1900-04-28
Abstract: 5003. Mengis, M. C. March 16. Telephone systems.-Relates to repeating-arrangements for use in telephone systems. The two line sections L<1>, L<2> are connected through solenoids 2, 3 to the insulated portions 4, 5 of a pivoted arm. The arm, connected as shown to the solenoids cores, is controlled by a spring 7<a>, and the ends play between contacts ; the normal contacts 13, 14 are connected to the repeater, while the contacts 12, 15 are connected together to enable high-tension calling-currents to avoid the repeater. The repeater consists of two, preferably, double-wound magneto telephones 19, 23 having microphones 20, 24 as diaphragms. The microphones are connected with the primaries of the corresponding induction coils I, I<2>, and the magnetos are cross-connected to the secondaries. The magnetos may be singly wound, when the earth connections shown are omitted.
Patent GB-190007813-A (GB)
Title: An Apparatus for Registering the Distance Travelled by Cabs, Carriages, and other Vehicles.
Inventor: WHITEHEAD JAMES
Filed: 1900-04-27
Granted: 1900-06-02
Abstract: 7813. Whitehead, J. April 27. Odometers.-The casing 2 is mounted on the wheel hub of a vehicle, the squared end of the spindle 3 being fixed in the axle. A single toothed cam 4 on the spindle engages a pawl 5 on a loose disc 6, which cannot be turned relatively in the wrong direction on account of a detent 20 engaging a notch in its periphery. On the hub of the disc is a worm 7 gearing with a pinion 8, which, by means of a worm 11, rotates a double pinion 12, 14. The pinion 14 engages a wheel 15 secured to a toothed wheel 16, on the face of which an index hand is marked showing portions of a mile on a fixed dial 19. A wheel 17, having one tooth more than the wheel 16, is recessed into the face of the latter, and both engage a pinion 18. The face of the wheel 17 is graduated to show the number of miles travelled.
Patent GB-190012211-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Steering Machinery.
Inventor: BROWN ANDREW BETTS
Filed: 1900-07-06
Granted: 1901-05-25
Abstract: 12,211. Brown, A. B. July 6. Steering-gear.-Relates to a gear of the type described in Specification No. 13,174, A.D. 1893, in which there are two tillers, operated by hand and steam power respectively. The tillers may be made in one piece, but are preferably separate, as shown in Figs. 1 and 2. Each is slotted at A<3> to receive a block B, through which passes a spindle carrying pinions gearing with fixed racks C', C<2>. The ends of the spindle rotate in bearings in a casting D, in which are mounted rollers D<1>, D<2> bearing on the backs of the racks. These racks are preferably made in three interchangeable sections, to allow for wear. On the upper end of the spindle is keyed a bevel-wheel gearing with a bevel pinion on a spindle E, which is connected by bevel gear to a spindle E<5> driven by a steam engine. The engine drives through a spring clutch G, such as described in Specification No. 10,132, A.D. 1889, so that the engine can be disconnected and damage due to overstrain is prevented. The hand gear may be of similar construction, but preferably the bevel gear described above is replaced by a worm-wheel G<1> and worm G<2>. The. spindle G<4> carries warping-barrels at its ends, and may be geared to the engine spindle by a clutch H<2>. The worm-wheel G<1> is driven through a spring clutch J, similar to G. A second engine may be placed on the other side of the tillers, which can be used at all times either for steering or warping. The steering-engine is controlled from any part of the ship through a tubemotor apparatus F<3>, the valve being returned to the mid-position by a rod F<4>. During warping operations, the valve is controlled by the lever F<2>, which is then actuated by hand.
Patent GB-190013388-A (GB)
Title: An Automatic Coupling for Railway Waggons; Carriages and other Vehicles where two or more are drawn together.
Inventor: LOWE WILLIAM
Filed: 1900-07-25
Granted: 1901-07-25
Abstract: 13,388. Lowe, W. July 25. Coupling wagons. The application to railway vehicles is described, but the invention is stated to be applicable to wagons when drawn by traction engines. The bars C have holes 2 serving as bearings for the trunnions 9 o f t h e locking- tumbler E, which is connected by the guided chains shown to handles at the sides of the vehicles. The draw-bar, which is mounted to slide, has a hooked end D which automatically engages with the tumbler E when two vehicles are brought together. Uncoupling is effected by lifting the tumblers E. Rods F are fitted to prevent the tumblers from being thrown too far back at the moment of impact of the vehicles.
Patent GB-190015919-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Rotary Transforming Apparatus.
Filed: 1900-09-07
Granted: 1900-10-13
Abstract: 15,919. British Thomson-Houston Co., [Davis, A. G.]. Sept. 7. Converting alternating and direct currents ; transformers.-Relates to apparatus for converting alternating into direct currents or vice versÔ, and also for varying the ratio of transformation. Fig. 1 shows a rotary apparatus for converting a three-phase current. The primary and secondary windings are carried on a core piece consisting of two concentric rings 1, 2, joined by connecting- pieces 3. The windings 4 are placed on the crosspieces, are interconnected, and are connected to the three-phase leads 6, 7, 8. The secondary winding 10 is continuous, and is connected at intervals with a commutator 11 over which brushes 14 rub. The brushes are rotated synchronously with the magnetic field produced by means of a rotary structure 12 having exciting-windings 13 connected to the direct-current circuit. The ratio of transformation is varied by varying the number of turns in the coils 4 by such means as switches 33. Fig. 2 shows a form of apparatus in which the commutator 22 and induction apparatus rotate, the brushes 23 being fixed. The cores 19 carrying the primary windings 16 connect the ring 17 carrying the continuous winding 18 to a central mass of metal through which the shaft passes. The field-magnet structure 31 is fixed. To prevent magnetic leakage, conducting-shields 32 are arranged in the spaces.
Patent GB-190016624-A (GB)
Title: Improved Protective Device for Pneumatic Tyres.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1900-09-18
Granted: 1901-01-19
Abstract: 16,624. Thompson, W. P., [Koch & Palm]. Sept. 18. Tyres, pneumatic.-Punctures are prevented by overlapping strips c of untanned leather or the like, which are laid within a shaped linen cover a, shown, with parts folded back to expose the strips, in plan in Fig. 2. The side-parts of the cover are divided into pockets by stitching or the like. The protective cover is inserted between the outer cover and the air tube.
Patent GB-190100927-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Barrels for Transporting Cement and in Packing the Joints of the same.
Inventor: AXER RUDOLF
Filed: 1901-01-14
Granted: 1901-02-16
Abstract: 927. Axer, R. Jan. 14. Metal casks for enclosing cements. The bodies a are so jointed at the heads as to prevent the passage of moisture to the contents. The heads, when of metal, such as that shown a t b, are preferably dished and flanged, the flanges being secured in any suitable manner to the bodies. Within the flanges are packing-rings d of cardboard or like material, which are secured by metallic rings e over which the edges c of the bodies are folded. When wooden heads f are used, these are laid on the cement or fixed in place, and are then packed and secured as before.
Patent GB-190102483-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fulling and Washing Machines for Fabrics, also applicable to Kneading Dough or Clay
Inventor: NIEDERGESAESS HERMAN
Filed: 1901-02-05
Granted: 1901-04-27
Abstract: 2483. Niedergesõss, H. Feb. 5. Mixing dough and clay.-Rollers a, b, mounted on spring-actuated slidable bearings, and having spiral ribs which run in the same direction in both rollers while the rollers themselves revolve in opposite directions to one another, may be used for kneading dough and clay.
Patent GB-190105479-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wash Pails and like Vessels.
Inventor: LIBENOW FERDINAND EDWARD
Filed: 1901-03-15
Granted: 1902-03-06
Abstract: 5479. Libenow, F. E. March 15. Washing - boards.- To utilize a domestic pail as a washboard, the pail is corrugated circumferentially as shown. To prevent splashing, the base of the pail is enlarged, as at c.
Patent GB-190105590-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Cans or Receptacles for Kerosene and some other Oils and Liquids
Inventor: STORER JOHN
Filed: 1901-03-16
Granted: 1901-08-31
Abstract: 5590. Storer, J. March 16. Metal, sheet, seaming and joining. - Cans or receptacles for kerosene and other oils and liquids are made from untinned steel or iron sheets, and with joints as shown. The sides A terminate in hooked-over formations U, while the edges D of the top and bottom plates are folded up between and turn over the curves of the hooked portions. To give liquid-tight joints, before squeezing the interlocked portions in a suitable machine, the edges are smeared with a preparation of glue or gelatine to which glycerine or some other elastic substance has been added. In place of, or in addition to, the glue or gelatine, dissolved shellac may be used. The can may be provided with a rimmed opening with gutter and cap.
Patent GB-190106839-A (GB)
Title: Improved Die for Making Bricks, Tiles, Pipes, Sills, and Copings.
Inventor: NASH THOMAS
Filed: 1901-04-02
Granted: 1901-08-10
Abstract: 6839. Nash, T. April 2. Moulding bricks, tiles, pipes, sinks, copings, &c.- A die a for an extrusion machine is cast in one piece with grooves b for conducting steam or water to the interior, and is lined with converning rectangular or other metal liners f fitting one within another. The lubricant is supplied by a pipe c, and passes from one groove to the other through a port d. Blowoff cocks and passages g are provided, and slotted lugs are formed at the sides of the box a to receive bolts for fixing the die to the machine.
Patent GB-190109492-A (GB)
Title: Improved Vaporiser for Cold-vapours and the like.
Inventor: FEENY VICTOR ISIDORE
Filed: 1901-05-07
Granted: 1901-06-15
Abstract: 9492. Feeny, V. I., [Abwarmekraft Maschinen-Ges.]. May 7. Superheaters, steam. -Relates to vaporizing- apparatus chiefly intended for liquids of low boiling- point, such as sulphurous acid, ammonia, and the like, and the object is to enable the heating-medium, such as exhaust steam, to be employed in a simple cylindrical tubular apparatus until the vapours obtained are superheated. The heating tubes c in the cylinder a communicate with headers d formed by covers e into which the heating steam is admitted. The vaporizing-chamber is divided by horizontal partitions f, g, the lower one compelling the entering liquid to flow the whole length of the apparatus from the inlet n to the orifice o, and the upper one being perforated or composed of closely packed tubes. A partition i in the header d ensures that the hottest steam passes through the tubes in the vapour space. The superheated vapour collects in a dome h on its way to the working cylinder.
Patent GB-190111823-A (GB)
Title: Seamless Leather Portemonnaies, Pockets, Bags, Slippers, Cigar Cases, and like Articles
Inventor: HARTMANN SOPHUS
Filed: 1901-06-10
Granted: 1901-07-27
Abstract: 11,823. Hartmann, S., and Heseler, P. June 10. Drawings to Specification. Pockets.-Leather pockets are formed without seams by splitting the leather parallel to the surface. The pocket is shaped as desired by blocking on a wooden model &c.
Patent GB-190115144-A (GB)
Title: A Receptacle for Milk Vessels and the like.
Inventor: HELM WILHELM
Filed: 1901-07-25
Granted: 1902-06-19
Abstract: 15,144. Helm, W. July 25. Cranes.-Relates to an ice-box or chamber for holding milk cans and the like. The box is provided with means for lifting the milk cans and placing them in, or removing them from, the box. A rocking frame c pivoted at d supports a roller e from which lifting- mechanism, o p e - rated by a hand crank, is suspended. This arrangement allows of a can being lifted and placed in any position within the box. The upper portion of the front b of the box consists of a flap, or a series of flaps b<1>, each of which is provided with an arm b connected to a counterpoise i so as to facilitate the opening and closing of the flap. The flap, when lowered, facilitates the admission of the can into, or its removal from, the box.
Patent GB-190117692-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and Means to be Used in Combination with a Sewing Machine for Producing Inserted or Applied Ornamentation to Cloth.
Filed: 1901-09-04
Granted: 1902-03-27
Abstract: 17,692. Welch, C., Welch, C., and Manchester Tucking Machine Co. Sept. 4. Embroidery; ornamental-sewing machines; folding-attachments; multiple-needle machines.-Consists of an improved inserted or applied ornamentation on cloth, and of a sewing-machine for producing the same. The ornamentation, Fig. 2, consists of a ribbon, narrow lace, or the like, B held by stitching between two narrow tucks D in the cloth. The cloth is folded over the edges of a suspended tuck-former 3, Fig. 6, by plates 4, 4<a>, and the stitching is effected by two needles 2, 2<a>, set the required distance apart. The ribbon &c. is fed from a reel through a slot in the forward end of the plate 3, and the cloth is steadied on the plates 4, 4<a> by plates 7, 7<a>.
Patent GB-190118640-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Door Locks.
Inventor: WILSON HERRIES
Filed: 1901-09-18
Granted: 1901-10-19
Abstract: 18,640. Wilson, H., and Wilson, R. A. Sept. 18. Locks, key.-A door lock is constructed so that it may be fitted to a right or left hand door, the pivot hole for the key always being at the top of the keyhole. Fig. 1 shows a lock as fitted to a right-hand door, and Fig. 2 shows the lock fitted to a left-hand door. The bolt A is formed with an orifice bounded by curved or inclined surfaces, two of which A', A<2> are acted upon by the key B when the lock is used for a right-hand door, and the other two A<3>, A<4> are acted upon when the lock is applied to a left-hand door.* The keyhole E is formed with a pivot-hole E<1> at each end, so that a pivot-hole is always at the top ; or ordinary keyholes may be formed in removable plates, which are reversed on changing the lock from a right to a left hand door, or vice versÔ. Ordinary lock mechanism may be used. In the mechanism shown, a stop F<1> on a lever F, which is operated by the key, is adapted to engage on either side of a stop A' on the bolt, to retain the bolt in the shot or retracted position.
Patent GB-190120485-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Incandescent Gas Light Fittings.
Inventor: SHANKS ALEXANDER
Filed: 1901-10-14
Granted: 1902-02-06
Abstract: 20,485. Shanks, A., and McMaster, D. Oct. 14. Gas brackets.-The use of incandescent gas burners with double or multiple jointed gas brackets, which, as ordinarily constructed, are unable to support the weight of such burners in a vertical position, is rendered possible by removing the outer sections of the jointed bracket, and inserting in the hole of the plug casing B a fitting A for receiving the burner. This fitting is formed with a conical shoulder 2 and a gas way 4, and is secured in position in the hole B by one of the methods shown by the numerals 6 and 7, or 8.
Patent GB-190200631-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Complimentary Greeting Cards, such as Christmas and New Year Cards, and the like
Inventor: MASON THOMAS HIBBARD
Filed: 1902-01-09
Granted: 1902-12-11
Abstract: 631. Mason, T. H. Jan. 9. Cards, greeting.-The entire front surface of one or more flaps of complimentary greeting cards, such as Christmas and New Year cards, is covered with satin, silk, or other textile fabric, so as to present a continuous surface for a painted, printed, or other design, picture, &c., and gold or silver edges or other ornamental edgings and mountings may be added.
Patent GB-190201153-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Chain Wheels, and the like.
Inventor: KEW HERBERT EDWARD
Filed: 1902-01-16
Granted: 1903-01-08
Abstract: 1153. Kew, H. E., and Wood, S. H. Jan. 16. Chain - wheels, expanding. The segments A, formed with one or more teeth, have holes for bolts Q which pass through radial slots L.in the flange on the rim of the wheel and through inclined slots K in the loose flange F. When this flange is turned in relation to the wheel, by means of the bolt B and nut D, the segments are pushed outwards. When set the parts are locked by the nuts C. H. Abutment lugs G are formed on the wheel rim between the segments. In a modification, the flange F is formed with a spiral thread to engage corresponding threads on the segments.
Patent GB-190209033-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Fish Steamer.
Inventor: ELLAM ELIZA
Filed: 1902-04-18
Granted: 1902-07-03
Abstract: 9033. Ellam, E. April 18. Cooking-kettles.-The fish steamer shown consists of a china pan a the flange b of which rests upon a ring c attached to hangers d depending from a band c of tin or other metal. The band is provided with the flange f to rest upon the edge of the fish-kettle, not shown, and. with the flange h to support a lid. When in place, the pan hangs clear of the bottom of the kettle. In place of the pan, the stand, Fig. 2, may be used. It consists of a frame having the upper surface of perforated metal with a flange n.
Patent GB-190213807-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Axle Boxes for Rolling Stock
Inventor: NIXON GEORGE
Filed: 1902-06-18
Granted: 1903-05-14
Abstract: 13,807. Nixon, G. June 18. Axle-boxes and other axle bearings, lubricating.- Relates to axle-boxes provided with means for preventing the unauthorized abstraction of grease, and with an auxiliary grease-box for use when the axle is liable to become heated. The axle-box a carries an upper grease-box b of which the pivoted lid c has a pivoted connection e to a rod f sliding through a hole h. The lower end of the rod has an eye i adapted to engage a pin j, Fig. 4, which projects eccentrically from the back of a coverplate k. On placing the cover-plate in the circular opening l so that the lugs n<1>, n<2> pass through corresponding apertures in the wall m, and turning the cover-plate by means of a key fitted on to the square-sectioned boss o' or equivalent device, the eccentrically-placed pin locks the lid c by engaging in the eye i, and the lugs move along the graduallythickened wall m round the opening until further movement is prevented by the stop o. Under the axle q a grease-box p<4>, of metal readily worn away, is held in guides on a plate p', of which the socket p<1> slides on a pin p fixed to the axle-box. The grease-box is normally held clear of the axle by the pivoted catch r<3>, r, but, on emergency, the catch is released so that the helical spring p<5> forces the grease-box into contact with the axle. The grease-box p' may contain a pad saturated with oil.
Patent GB-190214748-A (GB)
Title: New and Useful Fastenings for Furniture and the like.
Inventor: KAISER JOSEPH
Filed: 1902-07-02
Granted: 1902-08-21
Abstract: 14,748. Kaiser, J. July 2. Fastenings; sliding bolts; catches, spring. -The sliding bolt b of a furniture lock or fastening is shortened, and is employed to force a pivoted lever c into engagement with the framework. The lever c is pivoted in a recess in the door, and projects through an opening in a plate e arranged over the recess. The lever c is, normally, held out of engagement with the frame by means of a spring g. When the bolt b is shot, the end of the lever is forced through an opening in a plate h, arranged over a recess in the framework, to secure the door. Should the door be warped, the lever c draws the warped end into engagement with the frame. The bolt b slides in an eye f on the plate e.
Patent GB-190221903-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, and relating to, Re-inforced Concrete Construction
Inventor: BLANC JOSEPH
Filed: 1902-10-08
Granted: 1904-01-08
Abstract: 21,903. Blanc, J. Oct. 8, A.D. 1901, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901]. Concrete floors; ceilings; girders; columns; bridges; fortification; par- titions; founda- tions.-These structures, and also reservoirs, piles, &c. are reinforced or strengthened by tie-rods and struts connected by cross- ties or trelliswork. Fig 3 shows a portion of a floor a and beam b strengthened by compression rods or struts d, tension rods e, f, bent upwards at the ends, and transverse tie-rods c, which are bent at the ends round the rods d, e, f and are connected to the rods in the adjacent span. Fig. 5 shows the rods of an ordinary beam, and Fig. 6 shows the rods of a continuous beam, or one subject to upward as well as downward bending moments or stresses. The bars c are made with fangs i to engage with the concrete. Fig. 7 shows a column constructed of rods j, k connected by bars l embedded in con- crete. Fig. 8 shows a circular column or pile strengthened by rods and bars j, k, l forming a trelliswork.
Patent GB-190225974-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Buffer Springs.
Inventor: GLASCODINE RICHARD THOMSON
Filed: 1902-11-25
Granted: 1903-08-27
Abstract: 25,974. Glascodine, R. T. Nov. 25. Buffers.-In conical springs for buffers, built up of india-rubber rings separated by cupped metal plates, the metal plates 6 are rendered less liable to fracture by turning their cupped sides towards the buffer head, as shown, instead of towards the base of the buffer. The flanges of the cups are strengthened by ribs 7. The rings may slide upon a sleeve 9 having a conical outer end secured by rings 10, 11. The backs of the metal plates may be fitted with additional rubber springs 14, which come into operation when the main springs are fully compressed.
Patent GB-190300951-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or pertaining to the Treatment of Petroleum and other Hydrocarbons, and of their Distillates and Derivatives.
Filed: 1903-01-14
Granted: 1903-05-28
Abstract: 951. Wise, W. L., [May, L. von]. Jan. 14. Purifying oils; paraffin.-Petroleum and other hydrocarbons and their distillates and derivatives are heated or cooled, for purposes of purifying, degasefying, distilling, &c., by means of appliances such as are described in Specification No. 11,217, A.D. 1902, [Abridgment Class Distilling &c.]. The raw material may be successively passed through a series of such appliances arranged at suitable temperatures to effect the separation of the carburetted hydrogen, benzine, lighting and lubricating oils, and the residual paraffin.