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Patent GB-191128976-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Railway Brake Rigging.
Inventor: LUARD EDWARD SYDNEY
IPC: B61H13/02
Filed: 1911-12-22
Granted: 1912-10-17
Abstract: 28,976. Luard, E. S. Dec. 22. Force - transmitting mechanism. - In railway brake rigging of the kind in which, after the brake blocks have been brought against the wheels, an additional lever and fulcrum are brought into play to increase the leverage of the system, the additional lever and fulcrum are formed by a lever connected to the pullrods leading to the brake blocks and pivotally mounted in a cranked or cam-like part, which slides in relation to an abutment until the brake blocks contact with the wheels, and then becomes wedged against such abutment and remains stationary therewith. The invention is shown applied to vacuum brakes, but may be applied to other power-operated brakes or to hand brakes. In the form shown in Fig. 1, the pull-rods 1 and the rods 2 leading to the brake blocks are connected as shown to levers 11 pivoted to cams 4, which are arranged at opposite sides of a relatively fixed abutment 3 and connected together by links 6, 7, the latter link being slotted at 8. Springs 10, 12 may be arranged as shown. During the initial application of the brakes, the whole apparatus slides in relation to the abutment 3 until the blocks are brought against the wheels. The levers 11 then turn about their connexion to the rods 2 and wedge the cams 4 against the abutment 3, so that they provide a fulcrum about which the levers 11 turn for further application of the brakes. Modifications are described in which an additional lever and link are introduced between each of the rods 1 and the corresponding levers 11. In the form shown in Fig. 5, a single pull-rod 1 is connected by levers 13 and links 20 to arms 19 provided on the cams 4, and the levers 11, 13 are connected together by links 14. Instead of employing a set of apparatus on each side of the abutment 3, one of such sets only may be used, the cam 4 being then formed with an extension engaging the opposite side of the abutment.
Patent GB-191129267-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Process for the Treatment of Galvanised Iron Articles for the Production of Sulphate of Zinc.
IPC: C01G9/06
Filed: 1911-12-29
Granted: 1912-06-20
Abstract: 29,267. Soc. Ulmar Villette et Cie. July 21, [Convention date]. Right to Patent relinquished. Zinc sulphate; ferric hydrate.-The zinc is removed from galvanized-iron articles by treatment with sulphuric acid, the supply of acid being regulated so that the solution shall not contain much free acid, and the temperature being kept low. When a suitable density is reached, the free acid is neutralized by zinc oxide or carbonate; and the solution, in order to avoid gelatinous precipitates in removing the iron, is treated with an oxidizing-agent (potassium chlorate, potassium permanganate, chloride of lime &c.) in instalments, each being followed by the corresponding addition of zinc oxide.
Patent GB-191200487-A (GB)
Title: An Appliance to Secure Uniformity in Handwriting and Written Matter.
Inventor: BARTLE FRANK
IPC: G09B11/06
Filed: 1912-01-06
Granted: 1912-06-20
Abstract: 487. Bartle, F. Jan. 6. Facilitating writing. -An opaque sheet of paper or cardboard is provided on both sides with arrangements of heavily ruled lines to facilitate writing upon a superposed transparent or semi-transparent sheet. The sheets may be ruled with horizontal lines only, horizontal and oblique lines as shown, or with horizontal and vertical lines for use when making out cash accounts or the like.
Patent GB-191207113-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Carburettors for Internal Combustion Engines.
Inventor: CROUAN HENRY MARIE LEON
IPC: F02M69/00
Filed: 1912-03-22
Granted: 1913-03-25
Abstract: 7113. Crouan, H. M. L. March 22, 1911, [Convention date]. Spray carburettors adapted to work when required with compressed air are provided with a valve-controlled auxiliary fuel nozzle the supply from which is dependent upon the air pressure. The usual nozzle is shown at 83. The auxiliary nozzle 84 is controlled by a valve 85 carried by a spring-loaded piston 87. When working under atmospheric pressure, air enters through the valve 75. Compressed air enters at 65, keeps the valve 75 closed, and may be allowed to escape in adjustable quantities, so as to regulate the pressure, through ports 73 by turning a valve 94. Should the pressure become excessive, the cover 94<a> and valve 94, loaded by the spring 67, lift and allow air to escape. A passage 72 leads to the float-chamber. The Specification as open to inspection under Section 91 (3) (a) describes also a construction wherein the nozzle opens into a Venturi-shaped pipe on the outlet pipe of the air-pump; this subject-matter does not appear in the Specification as accepted.
Patent GB-191210707-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus for Injecting Fuel in Internal Combustion Engines.
Inventor: FRANKE CARL
IPC: F02M67/10
Filed: 1912-05-06
Granted: 1912-10-24
Abstract: 10,707. Franke, C. Dec. 19, 1911, [Convention date]. Cylinders receiving liquid fuel.-In apparatus for injecting liquid fuel by air or gas pressures, an atomizing-block a is placed between the air and fuel duct b and the mouth of the nozzle and co-axially with the duct, having at its periphery channels e parallel to its axis. As shown, the block is larger than the duct b and the channels e out of line with the duct.
Patent GB-191225997-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Protectors for Toe Caps.
Inventor: COPE BENJAMIN GEORGE
IPC: A43C13/14
Filed: 1912-11-12
Granted: 1913-09-11
Abstract: 25,997. Cope, B. G. Nov. 12. Uppers, protectors for.-A toe-cap protector, shown opened out in Fig. 4 and secured in position in Fig. 2, comprises a bottom portion e with extending flaps c, d, the flaps d being adapted to fold over each side of the toe-cap, and the flap c to cover the front thereof. The flaps are laced or otherwise separably fastened together. A tongue i of fibre-board or similar material is secured to the protector and extends upwards below the lacing. The flaps may be integral with the portion of the cap below the sole; or they may be riveted or hinged thereto. The laces pass through a shield h at the rear of the heel to prevent chafing. The underpart of the protector may be extended to fit along the sole of the shoe, and may be provided with a heel. The protector is made of leather, leather-cloth, fibre, felt, or other suitable material.
Patent GB-191226597-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Automatic Regulators for Dynamo Electric Machines.
IPC: H02P9/24
Filed: 1912-11-19
Granted: 1913-08-21
Abstract: 26,597. British Thomson - Houston Co., and Watson, A. H. St. C. Nov. 19. Regulation, automatic systems and apparatus for. -The lever l of a Tirrill regulator A is connected to a solenoid core controlled by the usual winding k across the exciter c, and an additional winding e energized by a constant potential generator f or a battery. A relay g controlling the regulating- resistance is also energized by the generator f.
Patent GB-191227843-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Blasting Powder.
Inventor: PONNAY RICHARD
IPC: C06B31/10
Filed: 1912-12-03
Granted: 1913-07-03
Abstract: 27,843. Ponnay, R. Feb. 16, [Convention date]. Explosives.-Consists in a mixture of 45 per cent of chlorate of potash, 30 per cent of sugar, 10 per cent of manganese dioxide, 7¢ per cent of charcoal, and 7¢ per cent of coal dust.
Patent GB-191305661-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Tooth Brushes.
Inventor: WEISS DAVID
IPC: A46B5/00
Filed: 1913-03-06
Granted: 1913-09-04
Abstract: 5661. Weiss, D. March 6. Sectional handles.- In a toothbrush which is in two parts hinged together longitudinally, the handle is in detachable sections A, B, C, socketed together.
Patent GB-191307537-A (GB)
Title: Improved Apparatus for Feeding Envelopes, Folded Sheets, Cards and like Articles to Typewriters.
Inventor: LANGLEY BERT
Filed: 1913-03-31
Granted: 1914-03-26
Abstract: 7537. Langley, B. March 31. Card, envelope, and sheet feeding-arrangements.- Relates to apparatus for feeding envelopes, cards, folded sheets, &c. singly from a pile to the platen roller of typewriters. The envelopes 10 are supported on edge on an inclined way 11 and are pressed forward by a plate 14 and a pivoted arm 15 under the action of a spring 17. The way 11 is formed on a frame 13 pivoted on a bolt 57, on which it can be turned through the length of the slot 56 to throw the apparatus out of action. The foremost envelope is fed off by a plunger 18 engaging beneath the flap, the plunger being depressed by an arm 21 with a cam slot 23 engaging a roller 24 on the plunger. The arm 21 is normally raised by a spring 25 and is depressed to feed an envelope by the operator's finger, for which purpose a lug 21<a> is formed thereon, or by an arm 50 on the carriage of the typewriter contacting with a lever 48, which operates the arm 21 through a ratchet pawl 49. When the envelope has been fed nearly into the rollers 34, 35 by the plate 18, a second feeder 26, pivoted on a cross-head 28 sliding in guides 30 on the frame 13, is moved downwards to continue the feed into the rollers. The cross-head 28 is held raised by springs such as 31, and the feeder 26 is first rocked to engage the envelope and then fed forward by the engagement of the arm 21 with a projecting lug 33. The envelope is held against the feeder by springs 36. The sides of the magazine are adjustable to accommodate envelopes of different sizes. For feeding cards, the foot 20 of the plunger 18 is furnished with clips on which are formed needle points for engaging the foremost card. A plate with a depending flange serving as a guide may be clipped on to the floor of the container.
Patent GB-191311619-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Preventing the Emission of Flames, Hot Gases and the like from the Ashpits of Boiler Furnaces.
Inventor: SEELIGER GUSTAV
IPC: F23M11/02
Filed: 1913-05-19
Granted: 1913-11-27
Abstract: 11,619. Seeliger, G. June 17, 1912, [Convention date]. Emission of flames &c., preventing; dampers. -To prevent the emission of flames, hot gases, and the like from the front openings of the ash-pits of boiler furnaces during stoking operations, the ash-pit a is connected directly with the main flue b by means of a flue e, the rear end of which is provided with a damper f, normally closed, but adapted to be opened to allow for the passage of gases &c. from the ash-pit. The ordinary damper d may remain open or be closed as desired. The invention is shown applied to a water-tube boiler l having a furnace with an inclined front portion i.
Patent GB-191312138-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for the Extraction of Various Materials by Means of Volatile Liquids.
Inventor: BONNEAU LOUIS CHARLES
IPC: C11B1/10
Filed: 1913-05-24
Granted: 1914-01-15
Abstract: 12,138. Bonneau, L. C. May 24, 1912, [Convention date]. Fats and fatty oils, extracting by solvents. An apparatus for extracting by means of volatile solvents, consisting of a chamber 1, having a charging-opening 2 and a discharging- opening 9, situated in front of an inclined grid 10 on which the material rests, is fitted with pipes 3, 12 for the supply and discharge of solvent, a pipe 5 for admitting air during the discharge of the solvent, and pipes 13, 4 for the supply and discharge of superheated steam or air for the removal of residual solvent. The apparatus is used for extracting oils &c. from bones, dried meats, oil cakes, fish meal, hides, greaves, &c. Reference has been directed by the Comptroller to Specification 8872/99.
Patent GB-191319662-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Syphons.
Inventor: ARCARI GIOVANNI BATTISTA
IPC: B67D7/00
Filed: 1913-08-30
Granted: 1914-07-23
Abstract: 19,662. Arcari, G. B. Aug. 30. Siphons.-In a siphon provided with a suction pump for starting siphonic action, the pump is provided with a valveless plunger 2, and a by-pass 7 is provided in the short leg 1 above the plunger when this is in its inoperative position. When the plunger is raised right above the tube 6, it draws water above the head and then starts the siphon. To allow the siphon to drain the receptacle completely, a shutter may be provided by which the by-pass 7 is closed after the siphon has been started.
Patent GB-191320142-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pipe Cutting Implements.
Inventor: ELLIN THOMAS RICHARDSON
IPC: B23D21/08
Filed: 1913-09-06
Granted: 1914-07-16
Abstract: 20,142. Ellin, T. R. Sept. 6. Pipe - cutters.-A pipe - cutter consists of a handle A, a fixed head B, an adjustable pivoted arm D carrying the circular cutters C, C<2>, and a screw G with nut H for feeding as the cutting proceeds. The head B and arm D are both formed of sheet metal bent to U-section.
Patent GB-191324891-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Coin-controlled Delivery Apparatus.
Inventor: FRASER JAMES MILNE
IPC: G07F11/20
Filed: 1913-11-01
Granted: 1914-11-02
Abstract: 24,891. Fraser, J. M. Nov. 1. Sale apparatus; delivery mechanism; coin action, mechanical-connexion.-In vending-machines of the type in which a coin 8 projecting vertically upwards from a delivery slide 1 serves to thrust out the lowest article 5 of a vertical column, the coin slot 9 in the slide is provided with walls projecting above and below the slide. That part of the slot which is disposed in and below the slide is of the exact dimensions of the coin, but above the slide the walls are flared outwardly.
Patent GB-191329042-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Roasting of Sulphide Ores and similar Metallurgical Products.
Inventor: BUDDEUES WILHELM
IPC: C22B1/243
Filed: 1913-12-16
Granted: 1915-07-22
Abstract: 29,042. BuddÙus, W. Feb. 26, [Convention date.]. Briquetting processes; roasting.-Zinc blende or other materials containing zinc and sulphur are briquetted with calcium silicate or other binding-agent, and the briquettes are roasted in a shaft furnace or kiln with natural or artificial draught. The ore &c. retains its briquette form and may be subjected to the action of a flame after roasting.
Patent GB-191400298-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Advertising or Signalling Apparatus.
IPC: G09F13/00
Filed: 1914-01-05
Granted: 1915-02-05
Abstract: 298. Naylor, J. P., and Naylorgraph, Ltd. Jan. 5. Monogrammic signs and signals.-Each element of a monogrammic sign is detachably fastened to the supporting-panel or background by a separate holding-device. In the form of holder shown in Fig. 1, the head B<2> of an insulating-body B' passes through an aperture of the panel B<9> and is held in position by a threaded knob B<3>. The display element, such as a lamp, is attached by inserting its stalk in an aperture B<8> the springs B<4>, B<5> holding the lamp in place as well as supplying current. In the form of daylight element shown in Fig. 6, the display disk F<21> is held in position on the panel F<6> by the engagement of its stalk F<3> between springs F<4>, F<5>, and can be withdrawn by a knob F<1>. Figs. 3 and 4 show a form of attachment which is particularly applicable when the panel is of flexible material, such as link-work, network, or canvas. The daylight display disk D<21> has an aperture which allows it to be passed over the knob D<3> of the holder when sliding grippers D<31>, D<32> are separated by pressure on finger-pieces D<28>, D<29>. When the disk is in position, the grippers are released and clutch the small end of the cone D<3>, and the lamp D'‹ is held rigidly in place by arms D<23>. The lamp enclosure D" may be of opaque material with a transparent section D<25>. Differently coloured lamps may be placed inside the euclosures. When the element is for use at night only, the parts D<23>, D<24>, D<25> may be dispensed with. When metal panels are used, they may be provided with lugs or additional perforations for interconnesting them, or for supporting them on a framework. Panels of any kind may be dispensed with, the element holders being laid or fixed on the ground or on a wall or hillside. Specifications 18,286/10, 21,191/12, 13,358/13, [Class 38 (v), Electric switches &c.], and 19,122/13 aro referred to.
Patent GB-191402628-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Spark Plugs.
Inventor: CAMPBELL PAUL THORNTON
IPC: H01T13/46
Filed: 1914-01-31
Granted: 1914-08-13
Abstract: 2628. Campbell, P. T. Jan. 31. Sparking-plugs are provided at their inner end with a gas chamber, the bottom of which is formed with an elongated tubular portion 4 having a conical bore which is flared upwardly and leads directly into the chamber, one of the terminals of the plug being formed by the inner wall of the bore, and the other by an adjustable wire 6 extending through the chamber and terminating within the bore. Instead of extending the tubular portion within the chamber as shown, it may project downwardly from the bottom of the chamber.
Patent GB-191405168-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Shock Absorbing Devices for Road Vehicles and the like.
Inventor: POTTS HENRY ARTHUR
Filed: 1914-02-28
Granted: 1915-03-01
Abstract: 5168. Potts, H. A., and Bull, F. S. Feb. 28. Springs, arrangement of and mounting undercarriages on.-Relates to auxiliary spring suspension devices for use with the usual laminar axle-springs of vehicles, and of a kind in which two volute or helical springs, mounted upon a central rod and bearing upon an intermediate bracket, are interposed between the laminar spring and the vehicle frame. The invention consists in making one or both of the abutments of the auxiliary springs on the intermediate bracket adjustable. Fig. 2 shows volute springs c, d carried by abutments i<2> arranged above and below a fixed bracket h on the vehicle frame, the springs being compressed during downward and upward movements of the axle by washers f<1> on a rod b passing through the springs and connected to the axle clip a<1> by a universal joint. The abutments i<2> are adjusted by hand by turning a nut g<2> having right and left handed threads engaging corresponding screws on the abutments i<2>, which are prevented from turning by means of a suitable feather. Helical or rubber springs o are arranged between the washers f<1> and nuts f on the rod b. In a modification, the nut g<2> is in the form of a worm-wheel actuated from the driver's seat, and only the bottom abutment is adjustable. In a further modification, a single adjustable abutment is provided for both springs.
Patent GB-191406866-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Electrical Treatment of Ores.
Inventor: HIGHFIELD FRANK WILLIAM
IPC: C22B4/00
Filed: 1914-03-18
Granted: 1915-06-18
Abstract: 6866. Highfield, r. W. March 18. Dry processes for extracting lead; matte processes for copper. - In the reduction of complex sulphide ores, the ore is first roasted and thereafter a reducing - atmosphere is formed in the furnace, and the charge is heated electrically to obtain metal and matte. The lead is run off and cupelled, preferably in au electrically - heated hearth, and the residual matte is further heated by means of a direct current. At starting, a charge of ore and limestone is desulphurized by means of a blast injected through tuyeres G, whereupon a reducing - atmosphere is formed in the furnace by adding coke to the charge. Three - phase current is now supplied to the electrodes D, the blast is cut off, carbon and iron are added to the charge, and the temperature raised to 950‹ C.; the rotation of the molten charge caused by the current may he increased by the use of auxiliary electrodes. The zinc content is volatilized and condensation in the form of oxide is facilitated by the action of an electric discharge. The temperature is now increased and current may be supplied to the electrodes F, F<2> to effect a partial separation of the iron and copper in the matte. The upper part is then run off, and the remainder treated to extract the copper. The litharge resulting from the cupellation of the lead, and the zinc oxide from the condensation tower, are both reduced eventually on a bed of carbon heated electrically.
Patent GB-191407165-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Fittings for Electric Lamps.
Inventor: LUTLEY JOHN
Filed: 1914-03-21
Granted: 1914-06-18
Abstract: 7165. Lutley, J. March 21. Electric - lamp casings. -In an electric light fitting, o n e or more electric lamps g are arranged in an enclosed chamber f formed by a shade b and a reflector e, and one or more lamps are arranged outside the chamber, the lamps being controlled simultaneously or independently by switches. In one form, an external lamp h is secured to the reflector by means of a flanged sleeve i on the lampholder j and a second sleeve k mounted on the first sleeve i, a packing ring n being interposed between the second sleeve k and the reflector.
Patent GB-191410026-A (GB)
Title: Nut Bursting or Cracking Machine.
Inventor: LUND ROBERT
IPC: A23N5/00
Filed: 1914-04-23
Granted: 1914-10-15
Abstract: 10,026. Lund, R., and Hind, T. F. April 23. Crushers with vibrating jaws; cracking nuts. -Coco-nuts &c. are cracked in a machine by longitudinal pressure applied simultaneously at the point and root of the nut. The nuts are fed between a stationary jaw e1, Fig. 1, and a moving jaw f1, which is reciprocated on rods k1 by rods g1 operated by an eccentric C on a shaft B driven through spur gearing D, d, from the driving-shaft. A grid or fork l1 carried by a spring-pressed lever l2 operated by rods n, o from the jaw f1 supports the nuts during the crushing operation. The spring m is compressed during the crushing stroke of the jaw f1 and, at the end of the stroke, throws the lever l2 and fork l1 back, thus releasing the crushed nut. In the backward movement, the spring m1 is compressed and returns the fork l1. A lever on the spindle x of the lever l2 carries a set-screw which engages in holes in a flat spring on the framing in the two extreme positions of the lever l2. The nuts are fed from a hopper p, Fig. 6, by an endless-chain elevator a, the brackets s having prongs which pass through the grid q. The nuts are conveyed to the upper side of a pronged grid t, whence they are fed by a conveyer u to an opening W located above the jaws e1, f1. The elevator a and conveyer u are preferably driven by chain gearing from the shaft B.
Patent GB-191411820-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Illuminated Advertising Devices.
Inventor: LEICHNER SIEGFRIED
IPC: G09F13/00
Filed: 1914-05-13
Granted: 1915-08-05
Abstract: 11,820. Leichner, S. May 13. Pedestal, pillar, and like stands.-An opaque stand or base 9, Fig. 3, contains a lamp 10 with reflector, which directs light through openings, which may be supplied with adaptor-rings, so as to illuminate objects or representations of objects placed upon or above the stand or base. A hollow pyramid stand 1, Fig. 2, may be employed with a number of openings 5 for the reception of the objects &c.
Patent GB-191412434-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Safety Razors.
Inventor: JOHNSON WILLIAM
IPC: B26B21/16
Filed: 1914-05-20
Granted: 1915-03-18
Abstract: 12,434. Johnson, W. May 20. Razors, safety. The blade g of a safety razor is removably held in a slide d, which is controlled by a spiral spring m and can be moved by a screw k so as to adjust the edge of the blade with respect to the usual guard a formed integrally with the main part b of the holder. The blade is provided with a removable slotted piece j borne on by a spring snap-piece i, and has shoulders to engage a pair of hooks h carried by the slide d. The slide d has guide-pins e passing through lugs f on the main portion.
Patent GB-191420143-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Fruit Juice from the Residuum of the Manufacture of Cider or of Perry and Process for Preparing the same.
Inventor: CORDIER ANDRE
IPC: A23L19/00
Filed: 1914-09-24
Granted: 1915-03-18
Abstract: 20,143. Cordier, A. June 27, [Convention date]. Jam; flavourings.-An aqueous extract from apples or pears which have been pressed to make cider or perry is sterilized and dried to obtain a flaky product which is used for flavouring jams &c.