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Patent GB-189716655-A (GB)
Title: A Hand Appliance for Massage.
Inventor: PROFFITT JOHN
Filed: 1897-07-13
Granted: 1898-04-02
Abstract: 16,655. Proffitt, J., [Figge, A.]. July 13. Massage.-An appliance for massaging the body consists of several plates A, hinged or otherwise flexibly connected together, and each provided on one side with a number of sockets containing balls B free to revolve therein. On the other side are straps D and E which serve to receive the hand of the operator.
Patent GB-189718430-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Electric Accumulators.
Inventor: PESCETTO FEDERICO
Filed: 1897-08-07
Granted: 1897-11-06
Abstract: 18,430. Pescetto, F. Aug. 7. Secondary batteries.-The grids have the edges of the holes therein struck up into protuberances, as shown in Fig. 3, which hold the active material in place. The lead oxides forming the active material are mixed with an ulmic compound such as is described in Specification No. 13,092, A.D. 1887, in order to render the active material porous.
Patent GB-189723807-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Enamelling Glass Plates and their Application to Walls and Ceilings for Decorating or Covering same.
Inventor: GEILLE NESTOR EMILE
Filed: 1897-10-15
Granted: 1898-01-22
Abstract: 23,807. Geille, N. E. Oct. 15. Drawings to Specification. Enamelling; pottery.-Sheets of coloured or uncoloured glass are coated with enamel, and after firing present a marbled, ornamented, frosted, or crackled opaque or semi-opaque appearance. The panels or sheets are secured in place by enamelled glass mouldings or frames embedded in the cement or backing. The enamel at the back of the panel is made rough or uneven to make it adhere to the wall. Panels or plates of earthenware can be secured in place by mouldings or frames in the same manner.
Patent GB-189723913-A (GB)
Title: New or Improved Process for the Effective Removal of Noxious and other Vapours, and in Appliances for use in connection therewith.
Inventor: RUDMAN JAMES
Filed: 1897-10-18
Granted: 1898-10-18
Abstract: 23,913. Rudman, J., and Rudman, H. J. G. Oct. 18. Fumes, treating.-Relates to the treatment of noxious and other vapours and fumes from factories where offensive trades are carried on, such as the manufacture of varnishes and certain chemical substances. The steam jet G causes a vacuum in the pipe E, and the fumes from the vessel B are drawn through the pipes D, E, and F and delivered with any uncondensed steam into the drain pipe H, which may have a water jet J. In a modification, the mixed fumes and steam are passed through a coil placed in a water cistern, and thence to a water tank and chimney.
Patent GB-189724584-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Construction of Crane Trays and like Receptacles for Conveying Loose Materials.
Inventor: GOLDSBROUGH ROBERT WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-10-23
Granted: 1897-11-27
Abstract: 24,584. Goldsbrough, R. W. Oct. 23. Skips.-Relates to the trays usually suspended from cranes for the purpose of loading loose materials. This tray, rectangular in plan, is suspended by four chains, two at the back and two at the front. The latter pair of chains engage by hooks e with snugs d so that, when the tray is lowered upon the ground, they disengage automatically, and thus dispense with the workman usually employed.
Patent GB-189724640-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Spring Mattress Frames for Shut-up Bedsteads, and Cots, and the like.
Inventor: TOMPKINS GEORGE HENRY
Filed: 1897-10-25
Granted: 1898-10-25
Abstract: 24,640. Tompkins, G. H. Oct. 25. Mattresses; bedsteads.-The side bars of the mattress frame are telescopic, the tubes A, B, C being kept extended by cross-pins D when in use. A liner at each end of each tube strengthens the joints. A tension bar L is pivoted to the end bars of the frame by eyes K, and on lifting the handle M the bar L comes under and tightens the wire surface ; the tension bar is held in place by turning the handle M on its joint N till the projection P rests on the frame. The wire surface is wedged between the two parts E, F of an end bar which is connected by short chains to the end bars of the mattress frame. The adjusting end bar of the frame is capable of rotation in bearings in lugs H, which have plugs J secured to the side tubes A by bolts S. A pawl R on the pin S engages a ratchet-wheel on the end cross-bar.
Patent GB-189802505-A (GB)
Title: Improved Machine for Screwing the Shanks of Hook Screws, Screw Eyes, and the like.
Inventor: DAHLMANN RICHARD
Filed: 1898-02-01
Granted: 1898-08-27
Abstract: 2505. Dahlmann, R. Feb. 1. Hooks; eyes, screw; wood-screws, making. The blanks, lying on a revolving tray 5, are picked up by their eyes or hooks by hooks 12 on a revolving disc 8 which is mounted in a frame 13 pivoted at 7. This frame is continued as a slide 13<1>, and is tilted periodically to discharge the blanks into a continuously - revolving work - holder which is shown separately in Figs. 5 and 8. Jaws 22 are pivoted at 21 on arms 19, which in turn are pivoted at 18 on the driven spindle 15. Springs 24 and 25 throw the jaws and arms outwardly and sidewards, and the inclines 27 on the sliding collar 16 and abutments 28 cause the jaws to close when this collar 16 is pressed forward. An ejector 32 is worked from a collar. The pointing- tool is carried by a pivoted bracket 35 which is tilted forward by cam mechanism and retracted by a spring 38. The threading-tool is moved along the blank by a lever 43 worked by a slide 40 and cam 41.
Patent GB-189804816-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Igniting Apparatus for Gas and Vapour Engines.
Inventor: LYON ALGERNON JASPER
Filed: 1898-02-26
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 4816. Lyon, A. J., and Whitmore, G. F. Feb. 26. Gas and explosive-vapour engines, igniting in. Apparatus of the kind described in Specification No. 28,117, A.D. 1896, is improved by securing the tube or capsule a by means of a nut c and washer b and by mounting the air and vapour supply tube d with its spongy platinum end d<1> upon a slide f, so that it can be removed from the tube a and heated, and the vapour and air ignited by burning spirit in the dish h at starting.
Patent GB-189808636-A (GB)
Title: Means or Devices for Fastening the Lids or Covers of Jugs, Tankards, and the like.
Inventor: GAWRON JOSEF
Filed: 1898-04-13
Granted: 1898-06-04
Abstract: 8636. Gawron, J. April 13. Stoppers.-Relates to means for securing airtight lids or covers on jugs, tankards, &c. In the arrangement shown in Fig. 1, the cover f is secured by a bow d pivoted in lugs i on the vessel, and carrying a lever a having an eccentric head b adapted to engage in a recess in the cover. The movement of the bow is limited by the stop g. The bow is released by raising the lever a, and is then moved clear of the cover. The stop g may be arranged on the opposite side of the centre of the cover, so that, when the bow is moved aside, the lever a may bear on the thumb-piece of the cover and hold the latter open. In a modification, the lever is arranged parallel to the bow. In a further modification, the lever is replaced by a roller mounted on the bow, and adapted to enter a recess in the cover. In the form shown in Fig. 6, the bow d is pivoted to links u, which are pivoted at s<1> to the cover. In a modification, the links u are pivoted to the vessel at i, and the bow d is formed with bent loops adapted to engage projecting studs on the cover. In every form, the bow is made of resilient material, to permit the release of excessive pressure within the vessel. The pivot holes for the ends of the yoke d may be formed eccentrically in adjustable pivot pieces q mounted in the lugs i, so that, by rotating the pivot pieces, the pressure of the yoke on the cover can be regulated.
Patent GB-189812245-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Compressed Air Engines.
Inventor: GIBBS LUCIUS TUCKERMAN
Filed: 1898-05-31
Granted: 1898-08-06
Abstract: 12,245. Lake, H. H., [Gibbs, L. T.]. May 31. Compressed - air engines. - Compressed air is admitted to the cylinder through the valve F from the reservoir D during a portion of the out-stroke, and expands during the remainder. Gas or inflammable vapour is admitted through the valve L from the reservoir J during a small portion of the time, or subsequently, to the chamber Q, where it is ignited by the electrical device S, and restores to the air the heat it loses during expansion. On the in-stroke the expanded air is expelled through the valve U.
Patent GB-189817840-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Acetylene Generators.
Inventor: THORP THOMAS
Filed: 1898-08-19
Granted: 1899-06-24
Abstract: 17,840. Thorp, T. Aug. 19. Acetylene.-Apparatus for generating acetylene, in which the water is automatically supplied. Within the lower part of the water tank B in which the gas holder bell E rises and falls, is the horizontal generator A, within which the carbide holder C can be inserted through one end. This end is afterwards closed by the cover a secured in position by clamp screws a<1>. The holder C is shaped so as to allow a space for water beneath and around it, and has hollow partitions c. Water flows from the tank down the tube F, and is directed by a gutter d' to the end of the carbide holder, so as to form a water jacket for the holder, and prevent undue rise of temperature during the production of gas. The water overflows into the carbide chambers successively. To regulate the supply of water, a rod f is attached to the roof of the bell, and is provided with a knob f which, as the bell falls, forces down the spindle g<1> of a valve G, thereby allowing water to pass downwards to the carbide. As the bell rises, a float K, connected by arms g<3>, passing through slots in the tube F, to the disc g<2> of the spindle g', causes the valve to close. The tube F is provided with a three way cock D, connected by a spindle h to an external indicator h<3>, whereby the outlet from the tank B may be closed, or the water allowed to pass to the generator when the valve G is closed, or only when it is open. The evolved gas passes to the holder by tubes e, e<1> and a perforated funnel e<2>. A safety escape pipe i with water seal j is provided. The level of water in the tank is indicated by a gauge b<1>. The generator is provided with a drain cock a' and an air inlet cock a<3>.
Patent GB-189820429-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cycle Hub Brakes.
Inventor: PRIEST STEPHEN
Filed: 1898-09-27
Granted: 1899-01-28
Abstract: 20,429. Priest, S., and Priest, S. Sept. 27. Brakes, back-pedalling. The Figures show the brake applied to a bicycle driving-wheel hub. The chain-wheel L is secured to a hollow axle K, mounted in ball bearings on the axle J, and having a squared centre portion on which slide clutch sleeves H and H<1> which telescopically engage each other and are pressed apart by a spring H<4>, a pin H<2> on the sleeve H<1> engaging a slot H<3> in the sleeve H and limiting their motion. The hub M is mounted in ball bearings on the axle K and on a sleeve G loosely mounted on the axle J, longitudinal motion of the sleeve G being prevented by a fixed collar R and a nut G<1> on the axle J. During forward driving ratchet teeth on the sleeve H<1> engage similar teeth N on the hub M and drive the bicycle, but, if the pedals are held stationary, the sleeves H and H' slide along the axle K till teeth P on the sleeve H engage teeth Q on the sleeve G, thus allowing the bicycle to over-run the pedals. If now back-pressure is applied to the pedals, the sleeve G rotates backwards so that the teeth F formed on it and engaging teeth E on a pivoted piece D cause the latter to rotate, thereby tightening a brake band A, secured at one end to the frame and at the other to the piece D, and causing it to grip a flange W secured to the hub M. On forward pedalling, the reverse action occurs. Springs X secured to the hub engage a ridge Y on the sleeve H, and force it into engagement with one or other of the parts M or G.
Patent GB-189820854-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ladies Work or Fancy-receptacles or Tidies for Hanging on Walls.
Inventor: WISEMAN CHARLES JOHN
Filed: 1898-10-04
Granted: 1899-09-30
Abstract: 20,854. Wiseman, C. J. Oct. 4. B r a c k e t s.-A frame A suspended by an eye D has pivoted to it a frame consisting of sides B and cross-bar C. Fixed to the frame A is a piece of cardboard &c. covered with a suitable backing. A bag or work tidy is fixed to the crossbar C, as shown in Fig. 5, the edges of the bag being sewn to the edges E of the covering of the backing, Fig. 3.
Patent GB-189822068-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Shoes or the like.
Inventor: SIMPSON JOSEPH EARL
Filed: 1898-10-20
Granted: 1899-09-23
Abstract: 22,068. Simpson, J. E. Oct. 20. Uppers; slippers.-Relates more particularly to , court' shoes for indoor wear. To hold these more securely on the foot, the back part 5 of the upper is carriod up to above the ankle, and there provided with a strap or other fastening, as shown. The sides of the shoes may be held closely against the foot by laces carried in beads 2 and tied at the bow 4.
Patent GB-189901037-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Instrument for Extracting Particles of Foreign Substances from the Eye.
Inventor: BROWN WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-01-16
Granted: 1899-10-28
Abstract: 1037. Brown, W., and Adie, G. Jan. 16. Eye instruments. - Foreign substances are extracted from the eye by suction through a tapered nozzle A, preferably of glass slightly curved and with a smooth end. The nozzle is connected to a mouthpiece C, preferably by a flexible tube D.
Patent GB-189905109-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Combined Braces or Garment Suspenders and Bust Supports for Women.
Inventor: HARDT CHRISTINE
Filed: 1899-03-08
Granted: 1899-12-09
Abstract: 5109. Hardt, C. March 8. Braces; bust improvers; corsets; suspenders for articles of dress.-Relates to an appliance similar to braces for suspending women's petticoats, drawers, and catamenial appliances ; it is also provided with bust supports. The main part of the appliance is of the same construction as a pair of men's braces, but the tabs are provided with buttons i, p as well as buttonholes. The bust supports s are fastened to buttons r, and are fastened together along the centre line by buttons and buttonholes. The tab v serves to support a catamenial appliance. The Provisional Specification states that the appliance is applicable for supporting ladies' knickerbockers or trousers, and the shoulder straps pass through hollow hems or sheaths in the sides of the bust supports.
Patent GB-189907248-A (GB)
Title: Improved Mechanism for Assisting in the Propulsion of Cycles.
Inventor: AUSTIN GEORGE BROUGHAM HUBERT
Filed: 1899-04-06
Granted: 1900-02-10
Abstract: 7248. Austin, G. B. H. April 6. Body motion, propelling by.-Relates to the form of auxiliary driving-mechanism described in Specification No. 13,794, A.D. 1898, which is actuated by the movement of the rider's body either voluntarily or due to 'bumping' on rough roads &c. The saddle is carried on a bar B sliding in the saddle pillar and formed with a rack B<2> gearing with a pinion D, the axle of which also carries a toothed quadrant d<2> gearing with a pinion E which communicates motion through pawls or clutches D<2> to a disc D<3> fixed on the crank axle. The quadrant d' passes out of gear with the pinion E at the end of its stroke, so that, when not in use, the cycle can be wheeled backwards or forwards.
Patent GB-189909214-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Bearings of Railway and Tramway Vehicles and the like.
Inventor: PENN HARRY
Filed: 1899-05-02
Granted: 1899-10-21
Abstract: 9214. Penn, H. May 2. Axle-boxes and other axle bearings, excluding dust &c. from. The disc g of wood &c. slides in a recess between plates e, f at the back of the axlebox c, accommodating itself to the position of the axle a. A dusttight joint is made by the washer h of leather or other flexible material.
Patent GB-189917620-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for the Fractional Scrubbing and Washing of Gases also applicable to the Fractional Distillation of Liquids and Condensation of Vapours.
Inventor: YOUNG WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-08-31
Granted: 1900-07-07
Abstract: 17,620. Young, W., Glover, S., and Glover, T. Aug. 31. Condensers; evaporators.- The apparatus described in Specification No. 1587, A.D. 1881, for distilling or condensing liquids, consists of a column having horizontal division plates with tubular perforations covered by caps. This invention consists in providing each cap on its top with an eye, and passing a wire through all the eyes on one level whereby all the caps on that level are joined up into one or more sets, so that, if one cap is subjected to excessive pressure, all the caps share it. Each cap moreover has a downwardly-extending wire stem, which may nearly reach to the cap in the plate below. The tubes passing through the plates are conical, wider at the bottom than at the top, the increased pressure resulting therefrom preventing the suspended matters from loading the tops of the caps.
Patent GB-189919120-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means to be Employed in the Electrolytic Manufacture of Chlorates.
Filed: 1899-09-22
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 19,120. Imhoff, P., Raschen, J., and United Alkali Co. Sept. 22. Alkaline or alkaline-earth, chlorates are obtained electrolytically in apparatus so arranged that secondary reactions are prevented. The usual solutions are charged into a tank A, which is heated to about 70‹ C., e.g. by the steam jacket B. An anode C is used, consisting of platinum or platinum-iridium wires or strips c<1> connected by other similar cross-wires c<2>. A cathode D, formed of a nickel plate, or of nickel wires arranged as the anode, is placed on each side of the anode. The arrangement may be reversed, one cathode being used with an anode on either side. Or the containing-cell may be made of, or lined with, nickel, and be utilized as the cathode.
Patent GB-189920741-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and applicable to Seat-backs Convertible into Sleeping Berths for Railway Carriages, Steamships, and the like.
Inventor: GREG JOHN RONALD
Filed: 1899-10-17
Granted: 1900-09-01
Abstract: 20,741. Greg, J. R. Oct. 17. Seats and seat backs; berths, sleeping.-The upholstered seat back B of a railway carriage is hung from near its centre of gravity by a pair of links pivoted to the sides of the carriage. It is shown in dotted lines in its normal position, its upper end being held in place by dowels G entering suitable sockets, or by hooks g on the ends of the capping H on the " ear rests" b entering holes in plates K fixed to the partition F. The projecting part of the capping H fits against the rails K, which act as guides when the back is raised and reversed. To convert the back into a berth, the arm-rests E are taken off their fixing-dowels, and the lower part of the back is pulled forward till the dowels G or hooks g are disengaged. The back is now raised, and turned through three rightangles; the back is rested on the brackets 0, and the front is suspended by hinged folding links M, which have holes made to engage hooks N. A hinged lee-board J is now raised, and the mattress P placed on the webbing and springs on the back of the back.
Patent GB-189920786-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Hair Combs.
Inventor: TRAUN HEINRICH
Filed: 1899-10-17
Granted: 1899-11-18
Abstract: 20,786. Traun, H. Oct. 17. Combs, hair, are in two parts A, B with similar or dissimilar teeth and pivoted together at S or detachably connected by a stud and slot at S.
Patent GB-189922729-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Valves for Pulsating Steam Pumps.
Inventor: FOXWELL JOHN BURFORD
Filed: 1899-11-14
Granted: 1900-09-15
Abstract: 22,729. Foxwell, J. B. Nov. 14. Direct s t e a mpressure apparatus. -Relates to pulsating steam pumps. The steam valve A, of annular or other shape, is mounted by means of a groove and corresponding ridge on a saddle C, which partially embraces it ; the valve can thus be turned round into different positions. The saddle oscillates on a curved surface D, or may be hung on pivots.
Patent GB-190000018-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Clips used in Machines for Tentering and Stretching Fabrics.
Inventor: WHITELEY WILLIAM
Filed: 1900-01-01
Granted: 1900-11-03
Abstract: 18. Whiteley, W. Jan. 1. Stretching and tentering.-In stentering-clips the upper gripping-jaw 3, Fig. 1, is carried on an arm 10 which is pivoted to a stud 4, the arm carrying a pin 9 which rests on a pivoted fork 8 of the feeler 6, pivoted to a stud 7, until the fabric is withdrawn from the feeler. The feeler is lifted for the insertion of the fabric by the ledge 8<2>, over the chain guide, under which one of the claws of the feeler fork takes. When the fork escapes from the ledge and the fabric is withdrawn from the feeler, the pin 9 drops into the path of a reciprocating plate or its equivalent, and thus the jaw 3 is thrown forward to grip the fabric. The jaw 3 is again raised to release the fabric by an incline which abuts against a pulley or roller 16 on the arm 10. A spring holds the jaw 3 in either position. In a modification, Fig. 7, of clip for use when the fabric is taken off at the opposite end to which it is fed, the upper gripping-jaw 3, mounted as shown, is actuated by a lever 25 which is controlled by an arm or lever 10 pivoted at 24, and having a pin 9 resting on the feeler fork 8, as before. The lever 25 is lifted by an incline, and it has a pin 26 which, on the ascent of the lever, lifts the pin 9 through an arm 9<a> thereon. The pin 26 then rests against a projection 29 on the arm 10 until, on the withdrawal of the fabric from the feeler, an oscillating arm or its equivalent trips the pin 9 and permits the lever 25 and jaw 3 to fall. For the drop pin a ]ever or equivalent device may be substituted.
Patent GB-190003314-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Stopping Delivery of Rovings in Spinning Frames when the Thread Fails or Unduly Slackens.
Inventor: DRAPER GEORGE OTIS
Filed: 1900-02-20
Granted: 1900-03-24
Abstract: 3314. Draper, G. O. Feb. 20. Stop-motions; delivery, stopping.-When the thread fails or becomes too slack, the detector lever g<4> turns on its axle b<2>, and the roving t is clamped between the upper notched end of the arm g of the detector lever and a hand-lever f. The levers g', g are mounted in frames b carried by the traverse bar d<x>. The upper end of the arm g forms a guide for the roving. When the lever f is raised, the arm g falls forwards towards the rollers, and the lever f may rest on the horn of the arm g, while the operative may use both hands for piecing up. The parts are brought into the normal position by raising the arm g<4> of the detector lever. All the arms may be held out of the operating position by means of brackets c carried by a longitudinally-sliding rod m<3> operated by a handle, the brackets c engaging with projections g<10> on the arms g so as to hold them in a backward position.
Patent GB-190004573-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Golf Clubs.
Inventor: SIMPSON ALEXANDER
Filed: 1900-03-10
Granted: 1900-04-14
Abstract: 4573. Simpson, A. March 10. Golf, clubs for. The blade A is formed at one side with a taper socket B, which projects from its face so that the blade lies entirely behind it. The socket is rectangular in section, and the handle is fixed in it by a pin D.
Patent GB-190007112-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Vehicle Wheels.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1900-04-17
Granted: 1900-12-01
Abstract: 7112. Thompson, W. P., [Roberts, W. B.]. April 17. Metallic wheels with wooden hubs or spokes; felloes or rims; hubs; spokes; packing, soundabsorbing.-Relates to a vehicle wheel of the type, shown in section in Fig. 1, in which the wooden hub A is encircled by a metallic band B provided with lugs C adapted to fit into the ends of the hollow metallic spokes D. The ends of the spokes are also held in position by flanges e on two rings E, preferably shrunk on to the hub. The outer ends of the spokes receive metallic plugs D', provided with projections d<2>, which pass through the base of the hollow metallic rim F into blocks G of wood or similar sound-absorbing material. In the modification shown in section in Fig. 8, the solid wooden spokes D are connected to the hub A and rim F by the shouldered sockets C<3>, D<1> respectively. In a further modification, the band B and rings E are formed in one piece.