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Patent GB-190120310-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and Applicable to Hose Couplings.
Inventor: REDDAWAY FRANK
Filed: 1901-10-11
Granted: 1902-04-17
Abstract: 20,310. Reddaway, F., and Aahworth, S. Oct. 11. Couplings, disconnectible.-A hose coupling, in which the halves are coupled together by means of spring bolts, is shown in Fig. 2. The spring bolts b are formed with inclines b<1>, which come into contact with the ledge j formed on the coupling- part B, and are retracted while forming the joint, but present abutments for the ledge j after coupling. To disengage the coupling, the halfcoupling A has a flanged bush i which can be rotated. This bush i has apertures with camsurfaces to engage with the bolts b, and, by rotating the bush i, the bolts b are withdrawn. The bolts are provided with the pistons c fitting in the hollow trunnions a, and the spindles d bear in the screwed caps e, which close the trunnions. The sleeves f are loose on the hollow trunnions.
Patent GB-190123939-A (GB)
Title: A New Process for Toughening or Annealing Steel, Iron, and other Metals.
Inventor: FRITH WILLIAM FREDERICK LOWNDE
Filed: 1901-11-25
Granted: 1902-11-25
Abstract: 23,939. Frith, W. F. L. Nov. 25. Annealing-furnaces.-Steel, iron, and other metals or substances are heated in a closed receptacle a containing mercurial vapour, oil vapour, air, steam, or other vapour or gas under pressure. After being heated in this way, the receptacle is allowed to cool slowly. An electric current may be passed intermittently through the metal during the heating process. The receptacle has a tightlyfitting cover d, outlet pipe e, and electrode f. The furnace b, in which the receptacle is heated, may be of any suitable kind, and may have a sliding door l. The Provisional Specification states also that the receptacle may be of the kind described in Specification No. 13,352, A.D. 1900, [Abridgment Class Iron &c.].
Patent GB-190125059-A (GB)
Title: Combined Travelling Basket and Wardrobe.
Inventor: SCHWEDLER ANNA
Filed: 1901-12-09
Granted: 1902-02-27
Abstract: 25,059. Schwedler, A. Dec. 9. Trunks.-A wicker body a is fitted with a pair of doors c, d, on the insides of which are pockets e, f, g, h for the reception of veils, gloves, sticks, umbrellas, &c. The body is divided by a vertical partition s into two compartments, of which one is further divided by horizontal partitions r, l, u into compartments for linen, boots, &c., the uppermost compartment being fitted with pads o on which hats may be secured ; the compartment k is fitted at its upper part with a rack p on which coat-hangers may be suspended. Handles are provided at the end for carrying purposes.
Patent GB-190125343-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Guards Applicable for Slate Dressing Machines and other Machinery where it is desirable to keep the moving parts in sight.
Inventor: ROOPER FRANCIS EDWARD
Filed: 1901-12-12
Granted: 1902-01-16
Abstract: 25,343. Rooper, F. E. Dec. 12. Dressing.-Relates to guards for rotary or guillotine slate - dressing machines and other machinery where it is desirable to keep the moving parts in sight. A slat or bar e is arranged over the rest-bar c for the slates, and is inclined towards the cutting-blades so as to give a clear view. It may be parallel or inclined to the bar c, and is adjustable in height on the standards g, or the standards themselves may be adjustable so as to give sufficient space for the slate to enter. A straight or curved guard or hood p, consisting of a frame covered with wire netting, perforated metal, metal bars or rods, or glass, is carried by forked standards k, and rests against or is secured to the standards g. Or the bars &c. may be supported by the standards g, and may be mounted to turn like the slats of venetian blinds. The hood may be extended back of the standards k, and may have a hinge joint to facilitate its removal.
Patent GB-190201899-A (GB)
Title: A Combination Swing Seat and Table.
Inventor: PYE JAMES GEORGE
Filed: 1902-01-24
Granted: 1902-06-25
Abstract: 1899. Pye, J. G. Jan. 24. Chairs; tables; seats.-Relates to a combination swing seat and table. A support a consists of two side frames braced together by crossed bars b, c and by rods a', a<2>, a<3>. The seats are carried by a platform suspended by pivoted rods. The backs are pivoted at g<1>, and the legs at g', g<3>. An awning is carried by a frame j, through two bars of which passes the supporting-stem l of the table m. The table may be pushed up out of use ; in that case a catch j<2> engages the notch l<1> and holds the table in place.
Patent GB-190203341-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Securing the Lids of Provision Boxes and the like Basket Fitting Boxes
Inventor: SCOTT GILDEROY
Filed: 1902-02-10
Granted: 1902-05-29
Abstract: 3341. Scott, G., and Scott, E. Feb. 10. Luncheon and picnic baskets and cases.-Fasten- ings for securing the lids of provision boxes and the like, used as fittings for luncheon baskets &c., are so arranged that the lids may be removed without disturbing the boxes, and the fastenings may also be used as lifting and carrying devices for the boxes. The fastening comprises a base part c having uprising parts d, to embrace the box. Loops e are hinged to the end parts d, and are adapted to engage studs f on the lid to secure the same. The parts e act as lifting and carrying devices for the box. The loops e may be hinged to the lid and adapted to hook on to, or otherwise engage, the upturned ends of the parts d or of rings applied thereto.
Patent GB-190203493-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Process for the Manufacture of Artificial Stone.
Inventor: JURSCHINA FRANZ
Filed: 1902-02-11
Granted: 1902-06-12
Abstract: 3493. Jurschina, F. Feb. 11. Grant of Patent refused. Stone, artificial; refractory substances.-Relates to the manufacture of artificial stone, proof against weather and temperature influences and resistant to acids. The stone is applicable to building purposes, for ornaments, figures, facing-stones, and paving stones and tiles, and as a refractory material. To a solution of sodium silicate is added a small proportion of finely-ground augite or of an easilyfusible clay, or other fusible mineral slag or refuse. The resulting solution is added to finely-ground sand or powdered stone, and the plastic material is moulded or cast. The cast or moulded blocks are dried and burnt.
Patent GB-190210307-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Hose or Stocking Suspenders.
Inventor: HAMMOND MYRON BURDETTE
Filed: 1902-05-05
Granted: 1902-06-12
Abstract: 10,307. Kammond, M. B. May 5. Stocking suspenders; attaching articles to wearing- apparel.-Stocking suspenders have at their upper ends two pads 5, 6, Fig. 1, one of which is provided with the appliance 7, Fig. 2, and the other with the appliance 11, Fig. 3, by which they are attached to the bottom stud and eye fastening 3, 4 of the corset 1.
Patent GB-190213330-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Dress Preservers.
Inventor: REHN CARL
Filed: 1902-06-12
Granted: 1902-07-17
Abstract: 13,330. Rehn, C. June 12. Dress shields are provided with buttons, eyes, or the like for fastening them to the dress. The shields may be perforated for ventilation.
Patent GB-190223644-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Manufacture of a New or Improved Metallic Alloy or Metal.
Inventor: JUST THOMAS WEMYSS
Filed: 1902-10-29
Granted: 1903-10-01
Abstract: 23,644. Just, T. W., Jenkins, A. D., and Frith, W. F. L. Oct. 29. Alloys.-Relates to an alloy containing copper, nickel, lead, tin, zinc, palladium, iron, aluminium, vanadium, and phosphorus, for bearings, sheets, tubes, wire, water, gas, and electric fittings, instruments, artistic work, coins and other stamped articles, and torpedoes and torpedo boats. The alloy is obtained by successively charging into a heated crucible about 67À6 lb. of copper, 1À3 lb. of phosphorus, either in the form of yellow phosphorus or as phosphor copper, 12 lb. of powdered borax, ¢ lb. of burnt sienna, 32À5 lb. of nickel, 11b. of horse-shoe nails or other iron articles, 11b. of sheet lead, 1À3 lb. of grain tin, 26 Ib. of zinc, 1/5 oz. of palladium sodio-chloride or other palladium salt, 1 Ib. of powdered glass or equivalent material, 12 oz. of aluminium, 3/5 oz. of ammonium vanadite or other vanadium satt, and 1À3 lb. of phosphorus, either in the form of yellow phosphorus or phosphor copper, or equivalent proportions of these substances. Before adding the borax, the molten metal is covered with crushed coke or similar material. One or two of the elements, vanadium, phosphorus, or palladium, may be omitted from the mixture. When a yellow alloy is required, 18¢ oz. of silver, 3 oz. of arsenious oxide or other arsenic compound, 36 Ib. of copper, 18 Ib. of tin, and 2¢ lb. of common brass, equivalent proportions of these substances are added to the mixture in the crucible. A little zinc is added each time the alloy is re-melted.
Patent GB-190226758-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Artificial Stone
Inventor: HARRISON GEORGE
Filed: 1902-12-04
Granted: 1903-01-22
Abstract: 26,758. Harrison, G., [Black, W., and Richards, H. S.]. Dec. 4. Stone, artificial.-A natural appearance is given to the surface of artificial stone consisting of sand or particles of limestone or granite united by cement by treating the stone at a temperature of about 80‹ F. with hydrochloric or other acid, and afterwards neutralizing the acid remaining on the surface with sodium carbonate or other alkali. The treatment removes the cement from around the particles of sand &c. on the surface of the stone.
Patent GB-190227634-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Dividers or Distributors for Bunsen Gas Burners.
Inventor: STEILBERG RICHARD
Filed: 1902-12-15
Granted: 1903-03-12
Abstract: 27,634. Steilberg, R. Dec. 15. Gas burners.-An inverted hollow divider or distributer e is placed in the tube of a compressed gas bunsen burner towards the lower end in order to produce an intimate mixture of the gas and air passing upwards. The distributer e may be of conical, spherical, or any other shape, and is open at the top, the interior thus forming a space in which the gas is rarefied.
Patent GB-190306019-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Linen and like Collars.
Inventor: KEILLOR DAVID WILLOCKS
Filed: 1903-03-16
Granted: 1903-08-06
Abstract: 6019. Keillor, D. W. March 16. Collars.-Relates to a double decker collar in which two slots B are formed in the inner fold A', one on either side of the front stud hole a. A tie C can be passed through the slots B and tied as shown before the collar is put on.
Patent GB-190307917-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Curtain Rods and Supports.
Inventor: CHALLIS CHARLES EBENEZER
Filed: 1903-04-06
Granted: 1904-01-07
Abstract: 7917. Challis, C. E. April 6. Brackets. - Curtain rods are supported by means of a spring plate A, Fig. 1, which may be attached to a sash by lugs B. To insert the rod D, the plates are sprung outwards ; caps C, which may have rubber buffers or springs inside, may be inserted in the plates to receive the ends of che rod. The plates may be attached to a shelf by means of an adjustable clamp E, Fig. 2, which, is fixed by a nut P, the shelf being gripped between the clamp and the turned-over end B of the plate.
Patent GB-190312033-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Pipe Joint.
Inventor: MCLEAN JOSEPH
Filed: 1903-05-26
Granted: 1903-07-02
Abstract: 12,033. McLean, J. May 26. Couplings, disconnectible; spigot-andsocket joints. - In a coupling for uniting metal and earthenware pipes, the metal pipe has a ferrule attached which has a conical seating, and this bears on a similar seating on the earthenware pipe end. Fig. 1 shows a joint between a Y-piece a and the pipe b. An externally-screwed coupling-piece f with a shoulder bears upon a collar on the thimble e. The lead pipe b is gripped between this thimble and the ferrule d by cones on these pieces. By screwing the coupling-piece into the spigot c of the pipe a, the conical faces c' of the ferrule and the pipe a are brought together.
Patent GB-190313119-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Process for Producing Carbonate of Soda, Caustic Soda, Carbonate of Potash, Caustic Potash and the like, and Apparatus therefor.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1903-06-11
Granted: 1903-11-05
Abstract: 13,119. Thompson, W. P., [Savon frÞres & Cie.]. June 11. Chlorine, obtaining, in the manufacture of caustic soda or potash or their carbonates from the chloride by electrolytic action in the presence of compressed air. Figs. 1 and 2 show the apparatus. The chloride solution or concentrated sea - water is heated in a tank A and flows into the electrolytic apparatus B through the pipe c. The electrolytic cell includes a number of discs f, preferably made of hardened lead or an alloy of lead and antimony, threaded on an insulating-tube j and separated by insulating- washers k. Above them is a perforated vessel E also formed of lead. It is provided with terminals Px, Px', and forms the anode. Compressed air is forced into the vessel through a pipe r passing down through the insulating-tube j and provided at the lower end with a perforated distributing- ring p. The tube is fitted with a terminal P2, and thus forms the cathode. The chlorine passes off through the pipes v, v<1>, and may be collected or utilized. The vessel B may be of wood, first coated with garlic and allowed to dry, and then coated with a mixture of linseed oil, india-rubber, and asbestos. The tube r may be wrapped with asbestos and similarly coated to protect it. The solution discharges through the pipes u, u<1>, y into a tank F, whence it is forced back by compressed air into the tank A, to be again passed through the vessel B until the last trace of chlorine has been removed. When the carbonite is to be produced, carbonic acid gas is forced into the liquid. Fig. 3 shows a convenient apparatus. A vessel M is fitted to the pipe Y, and the gas is forced through a pipe d, mixing with the liquid and passing through a rose w.
Patent GB-190317609-A (GB)
Title: Folding and Ruffing Devices for Sewing Machines
Inventor: FAIRWEATHER WALLACE
Filed: 1903-08-14
Granted: 1903-10-08
Abstract: 17,609. Fairweather, W., [Singer Manufacturing Co.]. Aug. 14. Sewing - machine folding-attachmen t s; multipleneedle machines.- Relates to folding and ruffling attachments whereby the goods x, Fig. 5, can be folded over in the form of a plait or tuck, and a ruffling strip y be ruffled or gathered and secured at one edge between the folds of the plait preferably by two rows of stitches z simultaneously formed on a two-needle machine. Fig. 1 shows a side elevation with the parts below the workplate omitted, and Fig. 3 a partial vertical section. The essential parts of the attachment are two independently-supported, overlapping blades 29, 34, arranged in front of the needles 14 and adapted to form two folds in the goods, and a ruffling-blade 22 working partly between the folding-blades, the lower of which 29 serves as a separator plate for the ruffler. The plate 29 is attached to a bent plate 28 which is slidingly supported on a pedestal 27 wherein it is held by a detent spring by means of which the plate 29 is retained in working position but can be moved laterally away from the needles to allow of the adjustment of the work. The blade 34 is attached to a carrier 33 which is slidingly mounted on a support 32 ; it is also normally held in place by a spring but can be moved laterally when necessary. The ruffiing-blade 22 is pivoted on a pin 21 on the end of an arm 20 which is mounted on a rock-shaft 16 in such a manner that it can be adjusted laterally to or from the needles. The shaft 16 is operated by an eccentric 19 on the driving-shaft 12. The attachment also preferably includes a hemmer 36 for turning in the edge of the goods when a tuck is to be made at, and the ruffle is to be stitched to, such edge. The double seam and the three-ply fold have a similar appearance to that of a double seam which has been taped on both sides of the work. The ruffling strip may be omitted in producing plain tucks.
Patent GB-190319454-A (GB)
Title: Operating Vapor Electric Lamps from an Alternating Current Source
Inventor: WEINTRAUB EZECHIEL
Filed: 1903-09-09
Granted: 1904-09-01
Abstract: 19,454. Weintraub, E. Oct. 18, A.D. 1902, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901]. Vacuum tubes.-Mercury and other vapour lamps are used with alternating currents for lighting and rectifying purposes. To enable moderate electromotive-forces to be employed, the vapour is made conductive by the agency of a dircct current. In the device shown in Fig. 1, a storage battery 7 causes a discharge to take place between the mercury electrodes 5, 6, and, while this is maintained, the alternator 10 is able to maintain a unidirectional discharge through the body 1 of the lamp. A storage battery 11 may be charged by the intermittent unidirectional current. Fig. 2 shows a modified form of lamp with an iron or steel electrode 18, and Fig. 3 shows a lamp in which a long carbon filament 24 extends from the electrode 25 into proximity to the mercury electrode 26. The lamp may be made of small dimensions when used as a rectifier.
Patent GB-190319998-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Flushing Cisterns for Lavatories, Water Closets and the like.
Inventor: BUTCHER LEOPOLD ERNEST
Filed: 1903-09-16
Granted: 1904-07-14
Abstract: 19,998. Butcher, L. E. Sept. 16 Disinfecting closets; urinals.-Above the flushing-cistern b is placed a cistern a containing disinfectant. When the chain i is palled, the weighted lever f opens the cock c, and the flush water is mixed with the disinfectant.
Patent GB-190325238-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Foot Baths.
Inventor: TILTMAN ALFRED HESSELL
Filed: 1903-11-19
Granted: 1903-12-31
Abstract: 25,238. Tiltman, A. H. Nov. 19. Baths.-A foot bath, for use before entering a swimming-bath &c., consists of a shallow basin a, supported by a pedestal g, or by a wall bracket or projection. The water is supplied at will or continuously through the inlet c, and escapes over the rim d into the exit e. Splashing is prevented by a rim b, and there may also be a flushing rim and trap. At the side of the basin, which may be used by two persons, are provided trays for soap, brushes, &c.
Patent GB-190326595-A (GB)
Title: Electric Igniting Apparatus.
Inventor: SCHAFFLER KONRAD
Filed: 1903-12-04
Granted: 1904-05-05
Abstract: 26,595. Schaffler, [recte Gl÷ssl], K., and Jilek, E. Dec. 4. Lighting gas and oil lamps.-Relates to an electric igniting-apparatus for lighting lamps and the like which consists of a dynamo machine driven by band and fitted with a sparking-device and an oil lamp. The dynamo consists of an electromagnet 2 formed of iron laminµ provided with coils 1 and with a bipolar, free-running armature 4. A pawl 6 on the armature is pressed by a spring against a disc 9 having two teeth, which is fixed to a sleeve 5<1> running loose on the armature spindle 5. The sleeve 5<1> is fixed to a toothed wheel 10 gearing with toothed wheels 11, 12 which are driven by a lever 15 carrying a toothed sector 16. The sector is retained in gear with the pinion 12 by a projection 17 against the action of a spring. The spindle 5, which is supported by a yoke-piece 19, carries a commutator 20. One of the brushes 21 is fixed to the frame of the apparatus, and the other 22 is connected to the magnet winding 1, the other end of which is attached to an insulated piece 23 which carries the fixed contact 24 of the current interrupter. The movable contact 25, which may consist of spring laminµ, is carried by a pivoted lever 27 which is in connection with the frame and is held down by a spring 28. The lever 27 is raised, in order to break contact, by an arm 29 on the sector 16 which engages a projection 31 on the lever 27. To lessen the shock when the lever falls again, a rubber pad 32 may be provided. The wick of the burner 33 passes down a tube into a reservoir 36. The burner may be covered by a cap 38 which is opened by an arm 39 on the lever 27. The armature may be driven by a chain fixed to, and wound round, the sleeve 5<1>, which chain, as it unwinds, rests in a groove in an arc attached to the lever 15. The chain is wound up again, when the lever is released, by means of a spring and is adjustably attached to the lever by a screw. In a modification shown in Fig. 7, the sector 16 is driven by a key-like handle which occupies less room than the lever 15. The lever 27<1> carrying the movable contact 25 is raised by a pivoted lever 29<1> on the sector. A projection 39<1> on the lever 27<1> serves to protect the contact and to raise the cap 38<1> which covers the wick.
Patent GB-190403721-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Condensers for use in the Manufacture of Illuminating and other Gases.
Inventor: CLAPHAM SAMUEL BANNISTER
Filed: 1904-02-15
Granted: 1904-12-15
Abstract: 3721. Clapham, S. B. Feb. 15. Joint - making packing.-In order to avoid strain caused by expansion and contraction of the pipes &c. of gas &c. condensers, joints are made between the plates d of condenser chambers and the walls m, by packing o, which is pressed against flanges d<1> on the plates by metal strips n and clamps p secured on bolts q.
Patent GB-190413199-A (GB)
Title: A Spring Wheel for Vehicles.
Inventor: MASTER DIGBY CHESTER
Filed: 1904-06-11
Granted: 1905-06-10
Abstract: 13,199. Master, D. C. June 11. Spring wheels.- Spring arms A arranged in pairs have their inner ends adjustably secured in tubular spokes B, while their outer ends bear against a metal rim D of channel, H, or other section. Suitable stops secured by bolts D' are fitted in the rim D to limit the motion of the spokes therein. Passages may be formed in the inner ends of the spokes B for lubricating. An outer elastic tyre may be fitted if desired.
Patent GB-190414465-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Gas Purifying Plant.
Inventor: KLEIN JOHAN DANIEL LOUIS
Filed: 1904-06-27
Granted: 1904-07-28
Abstract: 14,465. Klein, J. D. L. June 27. Purifying gas.-Relates to an arrangement for directing the gas through any one of the purifiers, or through two or more successively and in any desired order ; and to sieves for supporting the purifying-material in the purifiers. In an arrangement for two purifiers, the main gas pipe is divided into two parallel ducts 3, 4, Fig. 3, in the space between the purifiers 1, 2. The ducts are connected with each other near the centre by a branch 5, and near the ends with the purifiers by inlets 6, 7 and outlets 8, 9. Valves are placed in the ducts on each side of each inlet and outlet pipe. When only the valves 14 are open, the gas passes only through the purifier 1, and, when only the valves 10, 13 are open, through the purifier 2. When only the valves 14, 16, 11, 13 are opened, the gas passes through the purifier 1 and then through the purifier 2. By closing these valves and opening the others, the direction is reversed. The sieves consist of bars having a diamond-shaped section or a roofshaped top, the bars being placed far apart, as shown in Fig. 4. The purifying-material forms arches on the bars as abutments, and so does not fall between the bars. The bars may be placed separately in guides in the sides of the tank, or they may ba connected to form a continuous sieve. The bottom sieve is of the ordinary kind, and, to prevent the purifying-material from caking and so choking up the spaces, a thin layer of bark is laid immediately over the bars.