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Patent GB-191004469-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Motor Fire Engines.
Filed: 1910-02-23
Granted: 1910-10-13
Abstract: 4469. Argylls, Ltd., and Perrot, H. Feb. 23. Fire-engines.-In a motor fire-engine driven by engines of the internal-combustion type, which are also arranged to drive a centrifugal or turbine pump, an air-pump operated by the motor is adapted both to supply compressed air for starting the engine, and to charge the centrifugal or turbine pump by exhausting air from the suction pipe thereof. The air-pump A is provided with suction and discharge valves, and the suction pipe is connected by a cock f and a pipe G to the top of the water - pump H. The discharge pipe of the air - pump is connected by a pipe L to an air-storage tank M provided with a safety or relief valve N. The air from the tank M passes to the engine by way of a pipe Q, a non-return valve R, and a pipe U. In order to control the admission of the air to the cylinders, a second compressed-air pipe T passes from the valve R to a distributor V, which is provided with a rotary cock on the end of the cam shaft of the engine, and is adapted to supply compressed air through pipes Y to casings a<11>, each of which contains a spring-pressed valve adapted to control the admission of compressed air from the pipe U to the cylinders. When the pump is fully charged, an indication is given by means of a float valve adapted to ring an electric bell, or by a vacuum indicator, or by a whistle l, to which compressed air passes from a pipe m through a spring-pressed valve when the vacuum reaches the requisite degree. In order to stop the compressing-pump when the air pressure in the tank M is sufficiently high, the suction valve of the pump is automatically opened by means of compressed air delivered through a pipe q to a casing q<1> containing a piston arranged to actuate lever connexions. This piston and its connexions are rendered inoperative by the opening of the cock f to charge the water-pump.
Patent GB-191009427-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Superheating Steam.
Inventor: CRUSE HENRY
IPC: F22G7/02
Filed: 1910-04-19
Granted: 1911-02-23
Abstract: 9427. Cruse, H. April 19. Field-tube superheaters.-A header for a Field-tube type of superheater consists of an upper part a formed with two or more trough-like recesses a<1>, a<2> by milling or planing a solid rolled or wrought steel or other metal plate, and a lower part b formed in a similar manner with one or more recesses b<1>. The parts are divided internally by two or more diaphragms c, c<1>, which rest in ledges formed on the inner edges of the recesses.
Patent GB-191009842-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Dust-caps for Pneumatic Tyre Valves.
IPC: B60C29/06
Filed: 1910-04-22
Granted: 1911-04-24
Abstract: 9842. " Captain " Motor Wheel Co., and Currin, S. A. April 22. Tyre-inflating valves. -A dust-cap b for a tyre valve is adapted to be sprung on to a basepiece a secured to the wheel rim. The valve passes freely through the piece a, which is provided with a recess a<3> to receive a corresponding projection b' on the cap.
Patent GB-191010043-A (GB)
Title: Improved Electric Illumination Plant for Theatres and the like.
Inventor: WEIL THEODOR
IPC: H02J9/02
Filed: 1910-04-25
Granted: 1911-01-26
Abstract: 10,043. Weil, T. April 25. Mercury switches; electromagnetic act uation.-The core c of a solenoid a is enclosed in a glass tube b containing mercury. The tube b is provided with two arms e, e<1>, through which contacts f, f<1> are carried. When the core c falls, the mercury bridges the contacts f, f<1>. Specifications 531/88, 2417/98, and 5116/07, are referred to.
Patent GB-191014346-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Folding Canopy Top for Automobiles.
Inventor: HOFMANN ADOLF
IPC: B60J7/12
Filed: 1910-06-14
Granted: 1910-09-08
Abstract: 14,346. Hofmann, A., and Hofmann, G. June 14. Wind guards.-In a vehicle in which the front and rear parts of the hood form separate structures, so that the front part 10, 11 can be left standing when the rear part 2, 3 is folded, or can be folded back upon the rear part, the front pillars 17 fold inwards about hinges 18, and can be turned up into the position shown when the part 10, 11, 13 of the hood is folded down so that the front window can be raised between the pillars 17 to form a wind-screen.
Patent GB-191017646-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Foundations or Supports for Buildings and other Structures.
Inventor: CONSIDERE ARMAND GABRIEL
IPC: E02D27/01
Filed: 1910-07-25
Granted: 1911-01-26
Abstract: 17,646. ConsidÞre, A.G. July 25. Foundations. - Hollow metal or reinforced - concrete conical structures 1 are employed as foundations or supports for buildings. The reinforcements 3 are circumferential or radial according as the shape shown in Fig. 1 or the inversion, Fig. 3, is employed. Fig. 5 shows a combination shape.
Patent GB-191018039-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wheels for Motor Cars and other Vehicles.
Inventor: HAWKSLEY ARTHUR FREDERICK
IPC: B60B9/12
Filed: 1910-07-29
Granted: 1911-06-29
Abstract: 18,039. Hawksley, A. F. July 29. Jackets and covers.-In covers for the pneumatic cushions of wheels, made of a cord B wound radially or approximately so over two rings A, A<1> as described in Specifications 1546/03 and 5044/09, [Class 144(i), Wheels &c.], an additional cord C is wound spirally, laid in rings or the like on the outside or between the loops of the cord B, which may be of oval section.
Patent GB-191019033-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Incandescent Electric Lamp Holders.
Inventor: SPECHT PAUL
IPC: H01R33/22
Filed: 1910-08-12
Granted: 1911-06-15
Abstract: 19,033. Specht, P., and Beige, H. O. Aug. 12, 1909, [Convention date]. Holders.-In a holder having a threaded contact - carrying block a of porcelain or other ceramic material with passages for the supply wires, the contacts consist of an elevated binding-post i and an upwardly-projecting pin d fixed to a metal segment k having two lugs m embedded and cemented in the block. A part of the lamp - receiving thread is formed by a corrugated metal tongue f attached directly to the pin d, or connected to a screw c adapted to engage in a recess d' in the pin and serve as a switch. The pin d is coated with insulating-material, and is provided with a binding- screw d<2>. The Specification as open to inspection under Section 91 (3) (a) comprises also a screw-holder having both contacts in the form of binding- posts mounted on polygonal or crescent projections on the block and separated by a partition integral with the block. This subjectmatter does not appear in the Specification as accepted.
Patent GB-191025683-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Variable Speed Alternating Current Induction Motors.
IPC: H02K17/14
Filed: 1910-11-04
Granted: 1911-08-31
Abstract: 25,683. British Thomson - Houston Co., and Martin, J. Nov. 4. Alternating-current induction machines.-In alternating-current induction motors in which the stator is wound so as to produce a variable number of poles in the ratio of two to one, the rotor is provided with a star-connected six-phase winding, which operates inductively as a single winding for one number of poles, or as two windings of half the number of phases for the other pole number. The rotor winding A has its neutral points permanently connected together by the conductor B and its free ends connected to an adjustable six-phase resistance C through slip-rings. When the stator winding is connected as a four-pole winding, the rotor winding responds as two distinct three-phase windings. In place of the variable resistances, electromotive forces obtained from an external source may be impressed on the rotor windings.
Patent GB-191025827-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Protecting the Operatives of Gas Producers.
Inventor: DOR-DELATTRE EMILE
IPC: C10J3/72
Filed: 1910-11-07
Granted: 1911-04-20
Abstract: 25,827. Delattre, E. Dor-. Nov. 7. Cooling; emission of hot gases through working apertures, preventing.-For protecting the operatives of gas-producers by cooling the working floor and carrying away the gas escaping from the producer, a chamber c is formed between the working floor a and the top plate b of the producer shaft, communicating directly with the chimney, the draught of which draws a strong current of cold air through the chamber. The air current drawn through the annular opening f passes through the chamber c communicating with the chimney flue. Openings l are formed in the plate a opposite to the poking holes k. To prevent gas from escaping when poking the fuel, the openings l are covered by movable plates n having holes o of just sufficient size to admit the poking-tool.
Patent GB-191102122-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Exhaust Silencers for Internal Combustion Engines and the like.
Inventor: BISHOP GEORGE ARTHUR
IPC: F01N1/08
Filed: 1911-01-27
Granted: 1911-05-25
Abstract: 2122. Bishop, G. A. Jan. 27. Exhaust-silencers.-The silencer comprises a central chamber a connected to the engine exhaust pipe, and concentric annular chambers o formed of sheet-metal cylinders, the ends of the cylinders being necked and to form a joint. Short tubular distance-pieces 5 connect the central chamber to the first annular chamber, and the annular chambers to each other, the gases passing alternately to right and left through the chamber. The outlet to the silencer is either through perforations 19 in the walls of the outer chamber; or the outer chamber is connected by pipes 12 to an outlet pipe g. The annular chambers are separated to leave air cooling spaces between them. The ends of these chambers are either both flat, or one may be bent round the flat end of the other; or the flattened ends are surrounded by a W-shaped piece, or a channel piece is inserted. In all these modifications, welding, brazing, or soldering is used to close the joints.
Patent GB-191107055-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Puncture Sealing Material and in Methods of Inserting same into Pneumatic Tyres, or Tubes.
Inventor: WANKLYN HERBERT ALEXANDER
Filed: 1911-03-21
Granted: 1912-03-21
Abstract: 7055. Wanklyn, H. A. March 21. Air tubes and chambers.-Comminuted sponge rubber is mixed with the usual powders, liquids, or semi-liquid mixtures used for automatically sealing punctures in pneumatic tyres or tubes. If desired, the mixture may be made in the form of pellets, and may be coated with glue. The pellets may be dropped through the valve stem, or where this is impracticable, the stem is forced inside the tyre or tube, the pellets put through the hole in the tyre &c. and the stem pulled out by means of a string previously attached.
Patent GB-191107410-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Packing Material for Fruit and the like.
Inventor: WILLIAMS FREDERICK JOHN
IPC: D21H21/36
Filed: 1911-03-24
Granted: 1912-02-01
Abstract: 7410. Williams, F. J. March 24. Compound fabrics.-For use in packing fruit &c., two sheets of paper, interleaved with cotton-wool &c., are secured by a solution of milk of lime and dextrine, and the cotton-wool itself may be impregnated with a composition containing lime.
Patent GB-191107788-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ash or like Ejectors, suitable for example for use in Ships.
Inventor: METTEN JOHN FARRELL
IPC: B63B17/06
Filed: 1911-03-29
Granted: 1911-08-03
Abstract: 7788. Metten, J. F. April 15, 1910, [Convention date]. Ashes, discharging.- Comprises apparatus in which the material to be discharged passes through the ejector tube principally under the action of gravity, without being previously crushed. The ejector tube comprises a lower flared section 4, a n intermediate flared section 1, and a receiving section 2 provided with a hopper 25. The sections are separated by gates 10, 11 situated alternately so that, when one is open, the other is closed. Operation of the gates 10, 11 is effected by the handle 18 on the spindle 14. In order to discharge the material in a solid mass away from the vessel, a nozzle 6 is arranged in conjunction with the section 4 supplied with water under pressure from the pipe 7. The ashes or other materials are fed into the section 1, the gate 11 being open and the gate 10 closed. When the section 1 is filled, the gates are moved, closing the gate 11 and opening the gate 10, whereby the ashes fall into the stream issuing from the nozzle 6 and are discharged. By flaring the sections as shown abrasion is avoided.
Patent GB-191117062-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Carpet and like Fasteners.
Inventor: DONCHIAN ARMENOUHI AROUSIAG
IPC: A47G27/04
Filed: 1911-07-25
Granted: 1912-01-04
Abstract: 17,062. Donchian, A. A., [Administratrix of Donchian, S. B.]. Aug. 4, 1910, [Convention date]. Press-button fastenings.-In a fastening for carpets, rugs, &c., the female part is formed of two plates 5, 9 enclosing a spring 8. The edge of the plate 5 is turned over the plate 9, thereby forming a line-bearing for a base-plate 11 which carries a stud 12 forming the male part of the fastener. In order to prevent the roughness caused by riveting the stud 12 to the base-plate 11 from wearing the carpet, a coverplate 16 is secured over it by turning over the edges as at 17. These turned-over edges prevent wear of the attaching-thread which is passed through holes 13. When this coverplate is omitted, the edges of the plate 11 are turned over.
Patent GB-191118004-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Dietetical Products and Preparations.
Inventor: LANDIN JOHN
IPC: A61K51/12
Filed: 1911-08-08
Granted: 1912-08-08
Abstract: 18,004. Landin, J. Aug. 8, 1910, [Convention date]. Sugar preparations.-Preparations of malt sugar or extract, milk sugar, honey, &c. are mixed with compounds of radium, thorium, polonium, or actinium.
Patent GB-191202761-A (GB)
Title: New or Improved Bit for Horses and other Draught Animals.
Inventor: HAWES EDMUND GEORGE CATTELL
IPC: B68B1/06
Filed: 1912-02-02
Granted: 1912-07-18
Abstract: 2761. Hawes, E. G. C. Feb. 2. Bits.-A bit for horses and other draught animals comprises two parts a, a<1> which are jointed centrally, as by rings b, b<1>, .and are curved rearwards to embrace the lower jaw of the animal. The free ends are united by a leather thong i or other device, and rings d, g are provided for the attachment of the headstall or bridle and reins.
Patent GB-191208630-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Devices for Silencing or Preventing Rattling of Window Sashes.
Inventor: TREVETT VICTOR
IPC: E06B3/44
Filed: 1912-04-11
Granted: 1912-12-12
Abstract: 8630. Trevett, V. April 11. Rattling of windows, preventing.-Relates to rattling-preventers comprising a spring-pressed lever mounted on the window frame a and carrying a roller bearing against the sash b, more particularly as described in Specification 16,267/10. According to the present invention, the throw of the lever g, which is pivoted in the casing c and carries a rubber-tyred roller h, is adjusted by means of a cam l, Fig. 3, mounted on a spindle m, or by means of a sliding wedge o, Fig. 4.
Patent GB-191211363-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for Forming Oxides of Nitrogen.
Inventor: ISLAND JAMES SIMPSON
IPC: C01B21/20
Filed: 1912-05-13
Granted: 1913-08-13
Abstract: 11,363. Island, J. S. May 13. Gases, treating with electric discharge.-Currents of air or other gas, issuing from a hollow electrode, form a flat ring in the hottest zone of a similar ring of flame produced by relative movement of the electrodes. As shown, the hollow positive electrode 1 is annular and is closely and finely perforated at a blunt internal edge 2. A rotating shaft 8 carries the negative electrode, consisting of flat arms 13 and curved bars 14, which present edges towards the annular electrode. The arms 13 are set so as to assist in driving the treated gas through a cooling-device 22, placed a little away from the electrodes. The arc chamber is lined with porcelain, silica, or the like, and other parts are treated so as to prevent corrosion by gaseous products.
Patent GB-191219207-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Inverted Incandescent Gas Lamps.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
IPC: F23D14/30
Filed: 1912-08-22
Granted: 1913-08-22
Abstract: 19,207. Thompson, W. P., [General Gas Light Co.]. Aug. 22. Hinges.-A hinge for a ring 24 supporting a lamp globe is formed by an angle - member 28, 30 secured to the lamp casing, and a member 26 on the globe ring having a pair of ears 27 which embrace a knuckle 32 on the member 28. The pintle 33 is held in place by a spring retainer 34 of bent wire, which passes over a screw 35 and has an inturned end 37 passing through the ears 27. A hook 38 mounted on the end 37 engages a struck-up portion 39 on the member 28.
Patent GB-191302690-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Lifting Jacks for Automobiles or other Vehicles.
Inventor: SOSTMANN ERNST
IPC: B66F15/00
Filed: 1913-02-01
Granted: 1913-05-29
Abstract: 2690. Sostmann, E. Nov. 27, 1912, [Convention date]. Jacks. - In lifting- jacks for automobiles &c., of the kind in which a double-armed self-locking lifting-lever pivoted to a standard is adapted to be actuated in a plane parallel to the length of the vehicle, a stirrup or wheel-engaging member is pivoted to the shorter arm of the lever on an axis parallel to the wheel axle, the pivotal connexion by preference comprising an adjustable suspension for the stirrup. Fig. 1 shows one construction of jack in accordance with the invention, in which c is the cranked arm of the double-armed lever forming an operating-handle, and d is the shorter arm which carries a projecting stud g. Any one of a series of holes h on the wheelengaging member e may be engaged with the stud g, thus providing an adjustable pivotal suspension for the member e. The standard is forked at the upper end to provide a double bearing for the operating-lever and also is provided with a projection m against which the operating-lever bears in the self-locking position.
Patent GB-191303298-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Syphon Apparatus for Drawing Off Liquids from Vessels.
Inventor: OLIFF JOHN FREDERICK
IPC: B67D7/00
Filed: 1913-02-08
Granted: 1913-08-21
Abstract: 3298. Oliff, J. F. Feb. 8. Siphons. - A siphon for drawing off liquid such as paraffin from sealed tins comprises suction means for starting the siphon, means for controlling the flow of liquid and a piercing- device for puncturing the sealed vessel for the insertion of the siphon. The leg a<1>, Fig. 1, is adapted for insertion in the vessel and the discharge leg a<2> is fitted with a cock b. A piston d operated by the rod e is used for starting the action of the siphon, and the top of this rod contains a removable knob f carrying a piercer g, shown in Fig. 2.
Patent GB-191303573-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Refillable Electric Fuses.
IPC: H01H85/153
Filed: 1913-02-11
Granted: 1913-08-21
Abstract: 3573. Clemens, J. G., and Monarch Refillable Fuse Co. Feb. 11. Fusible cut-outs. - A refillable electric fuse comprises a tubular shell 2 of insulating- material having removable metallic caps 3 at its ends and inwardly directed pairs of resilient clamping-members 11 which extend over the edge walls of the shell and are pressed into engagement with the fuse wire 14 by the flanges 4 of the caps. The clamping-members consist, as shown in Fig. 6, of semicircular strips of brass 10, extending outside the edges of the shell and provided with tongues 11 having a lug 13 and a hooked-shaped end 12. The metallic caps may act as the terminals, or may be provided with knife-blade contacts comprising strips of metal 7 bent as shown in Fig. 2 to form blades 8 adapted to project through slots 5 in the caps and having projections 9 which pass through perforations in the caps and are turned down. The knife-blade contacts 21, Fig. 7, may be attached to the caps by lugs 22 passing through the caps from the outside and turned down inside. In a modification, the resilient fuse clamping-members are shaped as shown in Fig. 7, the leg 23, which extends outside the shell, being pressed down by a recess 19 in the cap 18, while slots 16<a> in the tubular shell 16 keep the clamping-members in alinement. The fuse is surrounded by an asbestos covering.
Patent GB-191304269-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Hydraulic and other Engines.
Inventor: PROCTOR WILLIAM EDWARD
Filed: 1913-02-19
Granted: 1914-02-19
Abstract: 4269. Proctor, W. E. Feb. 19. Single-cylinder engines with working parts enclosed.-An engine for use with water, compressed air, or steam comprises a cylinder, in the head of which a drum is mounted, and within the body of which a piston is mounted connected to the drum by a cord. A winding- drum on the same shaft as the internal drum is used for hoisting ashes &c. Fig. 2 shows the cylinder e to which is connected the chamber a within which is the drum b. The piston f is connected to this drum by a cord h. A winding-drum d is mounted on the shaft c of the drum b, and a bucket is attached to the drum d by a cord i. Pressure fluid is fed through a port q to a valve p, Figs. 3<a> and 4. This valve is divided by a partition r. A port t on one side of the partition connects the space with exhaust until the valve is turned, whereupon the port s permits the flow of liquid to the space above the piston. A port w on the other side of the partition leads to the space above the piston, and the port v to the exhaust. By means of pistons connected to the plug body, the plug is returned to the normal position shown in Fig. 3a, as soon as the operator releases the handle. The space below the piston is permanently connected with the exhaust. The piston is provided with a valve 8 and a passage 11, Fig. 5, so that, when the piston reaches the bottom of the cylinder, the valve 8 is lifted, and the pressure above the piston is relieved. A clutch 13 is provided to put the drum into and out of engagement with the shaft. A ratchet mechanism may be used in place of this clutch. The drum may be rotated by hand gear 14.
Patent GB-191305136-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Driving Caps or Dollies for Driving Piles and other Constructional Members.
Inventor: ANNISON RICHARD HENRY
IPC: E02D13/10
Filed: 1913-02-28
Granted: 1914-02-12
Abstract: 5136. Annison, R. H. Feb. 28. Piles.-The plate a, upon which rests the dolly c for driving an irregularly-shaped pile, is formed or is made adjustable so that the surface struck by the monkey is asymmetric with reference to the surface that transmits the blow to the pile. The plate a, Fig. 3, slides in a dovetailed groove in the plate g and may be held in position by blocks k. Beneath the plate a, Fig. 5, is a cavity for containing sawdust &c. which is held in place by a sheet of linoleum &c. g.
Patent GB-191313610-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Cooling of Apparatus Built in connection with an Electric Motor.
IPC: H02K9/18
Filed: 1913-06-12
Granted: 1914-02-26
Abstract: 13,610. Akt.-Ges. Brown, Boveri, et Cie. Feb. 20, [Convention date]. Transformers.-A transformer a built upon an electric motor g is supplied with part of the cooling-air of the motor through openings o1, o2. A fan v and baffle-plates b may be provided.
Patent GB-191317816-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mine Signalling Apparatus.
Inventor: NICHOLAS RICHARD
IPC: B66B19/06
Filed: 1913-08-05
Granted: 1914-02-19
Abstract: 17,816. Nicholas, R. Aug. 5. Bell signals. - In order to signal simultaneously to the engine-house and to the top of a mine-shaft from the bottom, the usual pullwire signal is provided with a contact-making device for closing the circuit of an electric bell in the engine-house.
Patent GB-191317988-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Balanced Trunnion Bearings for Ordnance.
IPC: F41A27/08
Filed: 1913-08-07
Granted: 1913-11-06
Abstract: 17,988. Krupp Akt.-Ges., F. Sept. 23, 1912, [Convention date]. Mounting. - Relates to balanced trunnion bearings, and consists in providing a sleeve E, which fits the trunnion C without play, with vertical front and rear edges e', e<2>, which bear closely against the edges d<3>, d<4> of the carriage cheek D<1> and the locking-block d<2> respectively. The sleeve E has slight vertical play in the carriage cheek.