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Patent GB-189722592-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Driving Mechanism for Cycles.
Inventor: PRICE RICHARD FRANK
Filed: 1897-10-02
Granted: 1898-08-06
Abstract: 22,592. Price, R. F. Oct. 2. Crank linkages. - Relates to driving-mechanism for bicycles, tricycles, and other similar vehicles. A toothed wheel F, Fig. 1, keyed on the crank axle, engages s roller teeth secured between d i s c s E, E' pivoted at e. A rod A pivoted at b to a block B, sliding on the stay C, connects the disc E to a crank D, secured to the driving-wheel axle d. The block B, as shown in Fig. 3, carries rollers b<1> which run in guides c, c<1> secured to the stay C. In a modification, the rollers b<1> are replaced by balls.
Patent GB-189722993-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Driving Mechanism for Pile Forming Apparatus in Looms for Weaving.
Inventor: BARCLAY ROBERT
Filed: 1897-10-07
Granted: 1898-08-13
Abstract: 22,993. Barclay, R., and Craig, A. F. Oct. 7. Looms, pile forming in.-In driving-mechanism for pile-forming apparatus in looms for carpets &c., the reciprocating rack D, which operates through a pinion D<1> the rope drum D<3> for giving the reciprocatory motion to the wires for raising the pile, is driven by a lever C<2> from a cam A, which is formed in one with a spur-wheel A', mounted loosely on the second-motion shaft B', and driven in time unison with it by a pinion b on the first-motion shaft B.
Patent GB-189725282-A (GB)
Title: Machine for Drying or Polishing Bottles and Cylindrical Vessels.
Inventor: KENNEDY JAMES
Filed: 1897-11-01
Granted: 1898-01-29
Abstract: 25,282. Kennedy, J. Nov. 1. Drying bottles &c. -Bottles and other cylindrical vessels are dried and polished by rubbing with a cloth while the bottle &c. rests upon the rotating rolls 4, having rubber supporting- bands 5 and driven by friction with the rotating cylinder 2.
Patent GB-189728805-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Closing the Locking Bar or Bars used in the Construction of certain kinds of Rivetless Pipes.
Inventor: FERGUSON MEPHAN
Filed: 1897-12-06
Granted: 1898-12-03
Abstract: 28.805. Ferguson, M. Dec. 6. Metal pipes.-Relates to apparatus for closing the sides of a bar D, Fig. 4, of H-section on the dovetailed or thickened edges d of plates so as to form a pipe. The two bars D rest against a stationary support B carried by the upper crosshead of a hydraulic press and a die c' mounted on the plunger of a hydraulic cylinder in the baseplate of the press. The bars are supported inside the pipe by the tools G, G<1> carried by a hollow mandrel. The tool G<1> is stationary, and the tool G is forced outwards against one of the bars D by an incline on a sliding block H actuated from a hydraulic cylinder at the end of the mandrel. The bars D are closed to grip the edges d by admitting pressure water into the hydraulic cylinders. The tools G, c<2> are then drawn back, the pipe advanced over the mandrel, and another section of the bars D closed. The Provisional Specification also states that the inside and outside tools may be operated from one cylinder, and that rolls may be used instead of dies.
Patent GB-189802617-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Windows chiefly designed for Railway Carriages and the like.
Inventor: RAUSCHER ALBERT
Filed: 1898-02-01
Granted: 1898-11-12
Abstract: 2617. Rauscher, A., and Schilhan, J. Feb. 1. Windows; window framing.-The window A is retained in its raised position by a ledge B which is pivoted on pins band which is pressed forward into supporting position by springs F. When the ledge B is withdrawn, by pressing down the lever C, the sash A is free to descend. The sash is held in intermediate positions by projections n on the l e d g e which enter recesses k in the window frame. I n double windows, in order to move the o u t e r window, the inner window must be f i r s t lowered, and access can then be obtained to a vertically-sliding rod for throwing back the ledge of the outer window. The edges of the window and frame are packed with felt, cloth, or plush, as shown at d<2>, d<3>, to prevent rattling.
Patent GB-189804706-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Figured Double Pile Fabrics.
Inventor: REIXACH JOSE
Filed: 1898-02-25
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 4706. Reixach, J. Feb. 25. Pile fabrics.-Figured double pile fabrics woven face to face by two shuttles thrown simultaneously are made with the pile in four different colours by means of jacquards, such as described in Specifications No. 19,444, A.D. 1896, and No. 28,731, A.D. 1897, one colour A for the groundwork of the design being of cotton or other dull fibre, and the three other colours B, C, D being of silk or other bright fibre. When either pile thread is crossing between the two pieces to make pile, the remaining pile threads are caused to weave into the ground and cover up the back of those threads which are making pile.
Patent GB-189810464-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Oil Cans.
Inventor: KAYE JIM WAINWRIGHT
Filed: 1898-05-07
Granted: 1899-03-11
Abstract: 10,464. Kayi, J. W. May 7. Lubricating-cans. - To prevent loss of oil through the valve-spindle aperture when the can is overturned, a valve G is arranged to make a tight joint. Fig. 2 shows the valve G formed on the cap F, which takes the place of the push-button usually employed for operating the spindle. The spring H holds the valve in contact with the seat E formed on the tube D secured to the can. In Fig. 3, the valve seat E is shown formed on the inner end of the tube D, and the cap F is modified. In the further modification shown in Fig. 4, the cap F is fixed on the spindle. The valve G, in this case, is a sliding disc operated by the spring H secured to the spindle.
Patent GB-189812978-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: YEADON ARTHUR EDWARD NIELD
Filed: 1898-06-10
Granted: 1899-05-06
Abstract: 12,978. Yeadon, A. E. N., and Yeadon, S. N. June 10. Heels; noise, preventing; slipping, preventing; slippers.-A pneumatic cushion E of india-rubber or equivalent material is placed in a recess in the heel, to reduce concussion, prevent slipping, and render the shoe noiseless.
Patent GB-189822465-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Construction of Cellars for Storage and Fermenting Purposes.
Inventor: HOFMANN OTTO
Filed: 1898-10-25
Granted: 1898-12-23
Abstract: 22,465. Hofmann, O. Oct. 25. Cooling buildings.-Relates to cellars for storage and fermenting purposes. The floor f of asphalt is laid on any suitable material supported by brick arches e. The arches rest on chairs d secured to a foundation c. The space below the floor is kept cool by connecting it with a ventilating-apparatus or with the shafts in the walls a, b or by refrigerating-pipes.
Patent GB-189823263-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Supporting the Shafts of Four-wheeled Vehicles.
Inventor: VOWLES ALBERT GREEN
Filed: 1898-11-05
Granted: 1899-09-23
Abstract: 23,263. Vowles, A. G., and Morgan, W. Nov. 5. Relieving weight on horses' back, (otherwise than by rest-bars) shafts.-In four-wheeled vehicles such as lorries a spring rod k, partly enclosed in the cylinder f pivoted to the axle-tree e, bears on the bracket b, and supports the weight of the shafts a. The bracket, which consists of two members b stiffened by a strut c, may be adjustable in height. The tension of the spiral spring of the rod k is regulated by the screw l. An india-rubber spring may be substituted for the spiral spring, and the cylinder f may be charged with a liquid or fluid and act after the manner of a dash-pot.
Patent GB-189825315-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Colored Marking Ink Pencils.
Inventor: ROBERTS ALFRED
Filed: 1898-11-30
Granted: 1899-01-28
Abstract: 25,315. Roberts, A. Nov. 30. Marking linen and the like.-A pencil for use in marking linen is made by mixing a suitable quantity of a body of the primuline series with proportions of gum tragacanth, gum acacia, china clay, and clarified sugar ; a suitable aniline dye or a mordant may be added.
Patent GB-189827327-A (GB)
Title: Improved Process for Producing Artificial Stone for Lithographic and other Purposes.
Inventor: BATE FREDERICK GEORGE
Filed: 1898-12-27
Granted: 1899-11-25
Abstract: 27,327. Bate, F. G., Oakes, A. C., and Thom, T. M. Dec. 27. Lithographic stones, artiftcial.-Relates to the production of artificial stone for lithographic and other purposes. Limestone, preferably in the form of marble chips, is calcined in a close kiln with the aid of carbonic oxide and hydrogen, to which is added a supply of oxygen. The carbonic oxide and hydrogen are obtained from a Dowson gas-producer filled with coke &c. and worked with oxygen and steam. The carbonic-acid gas formed in the kiln is drawn off, washed, cooled, and stored for subsequent use. The calcined lime is slaked, sifted, mixed, and moulded into blocks or slabs of the required size. Vacuum pumps may be used to withdraw air from the moulds prior to the introduction of the lime. The dried blocks are impregnated with the carbonic acid obtained from the kiln, a pressure of 10 to 20 atmospheres being employed, or they may be placed in water into which the carbonic acid is forced by a pump.
Patent GB-189827430-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in the Feed Mechanism for Rocking Microtomes.
Inventor: LEAKE HUGH MARTIN
Filed: 1898-12-29
Granted: 1899-10-14
Abstract: 27,430. Leake, H. M. Dec. 29. Macrotomes.-A carriage c is mounted to slide on guides d on the base a, and its uprights c<2>, c' support the spindle e', to which are attached the actuating-arm c<2>, adjustable in length, and the arm e carrying the object. The arm e' is raised into the position shown by a spring, and is drawn down to bring the object against the razor n by rocking the arm i between stops, the end of the arm i being connected to the arm e by a cord j passing over a pulley j<1>. The arm i carries a pawl, which in the return stroke actuates a ratchetwheel h and, through worm and worm-wheel gear, the spindle f of the carriage-feed screw f<1>. In order to regulate the thickness of the section, the pawl is thrown out of engagement with the ratchet-wheel h during a portion of its stroke by a cam plate. An arm on the cam plate moves over a scale, and can be adjusted as required to shorten or lengthen the effective stroke of the pawl.
Patent GB-189902997-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gully Traps or Cesspools.
Inventor: HUTCHISON JOHN
Filed: 1899-02-10
Granted: 1899-03-25
Abstract: 2997. Hutchison, J. Feb. 10. Traps.-The top of the tongue d, Fig. 2, projects above the level of the top of the opening b<1>, and determines the height to which the water in the trap, which may be circular or rectangular in crosssection, can rise. In the modification shown in Fig. 6, the water flows over tongues d' through ports d' to the outlet branch c.
Patent GB-189905671-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Anti-vibration Devices for Cycles.
Inventor: PARKER JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-03-15
Granted: 1900-01-20
Abstract: 5671. Parker, J. W. March 15. Frames ; heads ; forks.-Relates to anti-vibration arrangements for bicycles &c. The steering-post A is mounted so as to slide vertically on bearings H, E carried by the head B, and is encircled by a spring C, the upper end of which bears on a collar b fixed in the head, while its lower end bears on a loose collar fitted with ball bearings D. The upper end of the post A is threaded to receive a sleeve F working on the bearings Hand formed above with the usual clip f for fixing the handle-bar stem Y. Dust is excluded from the head by a packing e<2>. To prevent the post from moving vertically when required, spring arms I are fixed outside the head and carry studs i which may be caused to engage a groove in a collar f<1> fixed to the sleeve F, by moving a sliding &c. ring J. The lower rear stays T are formed with adjustable straps t encircling the bottom bracket. The upper stays W are pivoted at w to the fork ends, and are connected by a link K to a bracket L fixed on the saddle pillar. The bracket also carries a plate or other spring m which bears on the upper part of the link K. To render the rear frame rigid when required, a link N is pivoted to the stays W, and may be swung up and connected to the lug x as indicated in dotted lines. A spring 0 carrying a stud engaging holes in the link N serves to keep it in its raised or lowered position.
Patent GB-189909194-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Explosion Apparatus for Generating Gases under Pressure.
Inventor: WILLIAMS HENRY MARTYN
Filed: 1899-05-02
Granted: 1899-06-17
Abstract: 9194. Williams, H. M. May 2. Combustion-product engines; gas and like engines. -An explosive mixture drawn into the cylinder A through the valve 4 during the first part of its upstroke is ignited, and some of the products of combustion escape into a reservoir B, whence they are used to drive a motor. At starting, the piston C is raised to draw in a charge beneath it by forcing air beneath the piston E. As soon as the piston ceases to draw in a charge, the valve 4 falls and breaks electric contact between the points 5, 6, explodes the mixture, and forces the piston to the end of its up-stroke. where it uncovers an exhaust port 8. For normal working the first part of the piston's up-stroke is made by air compressed in the space above it into the reservoir 12<a>, whence it is admitted to the cylinder D by a valve F opened by being depressed by the piston E. The valve F is raised by the piston C acting through a rod 20, uncovers an exhaust port 16, and allows the pistons to descend by gravity. When the cylinders are horizontal, the pistons are returned by air admitted automatically to the outer end of the cylinder D.
Patent GB-189914603-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Match Boxes, applicable also to Cigar and Cigarette Cases and Boxes.
Inventor: TIMINGS SAMUEL
Filed: 1899-07-15
Granted: 1900-05-26
Abstract: 14,603. Timings, S. July 15. Cigar and cigarette boxes and cases.-A cigar or cigarette case or box, or a match box, is formed with an aperture such as d, having a narrow extension or portion @, through which a match c, cigar, or cigarette may be withdrawn without the necessity of opening the case or box. The box or case may be provided with a lid. In a modified form, the box or case may be made in two parts hinged together. A box or case, of the kind. described above, may be fixed to a stand.
Patent GB-189917061-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or in connection with Signalling Apparatus on Railways.
Inventor: KERSHAW WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-08-23
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 17,061. Kershaw, W., Cliff, W., Pilking- ton, A. E., and Chorley, R. Aug. 23. Signals on engines ; indicators and repeaters, signal.-Relates to means for giving signals on a train corresponding to the signals given by the semaphore, while the train is in motion and approaching or passing both the distant and home semaphores, and also while it is standing near the home semaphore. The apparatus on the engine may be the same as described in Specification No. 22,483, A.D. 1894, and the contact consists of a long bar a with one or more double inclines, mounted upon pivoted links c and operated by curved brackets k, l engaging with a quadrant i, which is moved by a pinion s on the same shaft j and a toothed lever-sector u from the semaphore-operating rods or wires x. The curves of the brackets k, l are such that the quadrant i can be moved beyond the positions shown in Fig. 2 without moving the bar a, in order to allow for variations in the length of the operating-rods. A starting-rail h near the home semaphore f is formed as a continuation of the bar a and operates in a similar manner, although, when in its raised position, it is at a lower level than the highest part of the bar a, in order to operate the indicator on the engine without operating the bell, as described in the above-mentioned Specification.
Patent GB-189918151-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Umbrellas.
Inventor: COWBURN FRANCIS
Filed: 1899-09-08
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 18,151. Cowburn, F. Sept. 8. Gits; holding closed; joints &c.- Fig. 2 shows a metal git or middle bit in place upon a rib d. The git is constructed with lugs b, which are pressed into the groove of the rib and made with projecting portions c for forming the joints with the stretchers. Fig. 4 shows a sheet - metal hood a which is secured by lugs b also pressed into the rib, the hood being constructed with portions c to form the connexion with the git. Instead of the ordinary rosette to cover the ends of the stretchers and the notched end of the runner, an india-rubber shield is employed. Fig. 6 shows a band a with the button b fitted with a semicircle of wire c. The wire is mounted upon a twisted cross-bar of rubber d, which, when the band is liberated, causes the band to roll up. In a modification, a circular piece of rubber is cut in a serpentine manner which, when liberated, lies flat like a button.
Patent GB-189919032-A (GB)
Title: Process and Apparatus for Purifying Gases from Dust.
Filed: 1899-09-21
Granted: 1900-07-21
Abstract: 19,032. Siemens Bros. & Co., [Siemens & Halske Aktiengesellschaft]. Sept. 21. Fumes, treating.-Blast-furnace and other gases used in gas engines and containing dust are purified by moistening them, then cooling them to below their dew points, to cause mist globules to form around the dust particles, and finally separating the mist globules by condensation, washing, or filtering. Very weak gases may be moistened by benzene or other mineral oil which enriches them in addition to purifying them. The process may be carried out in the apparatus shown. The gases entering at r<1> pass upwards to cool them, then over the surface of water in a series of trays a<1> to a<10>, and through openings b<1> &c. through which the water flows in a contrary direction. Steam is injected with the gases, if they need it, through nozzles d<1>, d<2>. The gases escape at r<2>.
Patent GB-189920943-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Manufacture of Metallic Hollow-ware.
Inventor: ECKSTEIN HEINRICH ALBERT
Filed: 1899-10-19
Granted: 1899-12-02
Abstract: 20,943. Eckstein, H. A. Oct. 19. Metal pipes and tubes are produced from flat plates by a forging and swaging process. Dies a, b, in two or more parts, and formed as shown, are used in a forging-press, to convert a flat plate g into a tubular form. The plate is held concentrically by mandrels l, m, and is successively converted by the conical portion c, d of the dies into the forms h, i, k, Fig. 1. The gradually-diminishing portions e,f of the die then swage the dished blank into a tubular form, as shown in Fig. 3.
Patent GB-189921520-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Playing Games with Balls.
Inventor: MULLER CHARLES HERMANN
Filed: 1899-10-28
Granted: 1900-10-27
Abstract: 21,520. Muller, C. H. Oct. 28. Games played with balls, pegs, and tables.-Relates to coin-freed apparatus for playing "upright baga- " telle or Tivoli billiards." A case is divided by an upright partition b into two chambers ; the front chamber has a sloping guide c, which directs the balls to an opening closed by a slide d, d'. The chamber behind the partition b encloses the coin-freeing mechanism. The slide is held by a lever e, which is raised by the weight of an inserted coin, thus allowing the slide to be drawn out by a handle, when the balls pass into the lower part f of the front chamber and are delivered one at a time through a flap g operated by a handle to a projecting cup h. The lever e carries arms which receive the coin and deliver it through a slot when the slide is drawn out. The balls may be thrown up the shaft a from the cup after the slide has been returned, but their projection before the return of the slide is prevented by the part d<1> closing the shaft. The slide is fitted with a returning - spring k, and carries a knife blade acting against a fixed blade on the casing, so as to cut a cord if attached to the coin.
Patent GB-189923511-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Wringers.
Inventor: MORTON JOHN
Filed: 1899-11-25
Granted: 1900-09-29
Abstract: 23,511. Morton, J., Morton, W. U., and Morton, J. R. U. Nov. 25. Rollers or cylinders.-One or both rollers of wringing-machines are made of vulcanite, celluloid, xylonite, wood fibre, or the like, instead of being made of wood, rubber, or metal.
Patent GB-190005225-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Advertising.
Inventor: HART ISAAC JOHN
Filed: 1900-03-19
Granted: 1901-02-16
Abstract: 5225. Hart, I. J., and Romp, G. March 19. Advertising; letters.-Letters and designs forming advertisements are cut out of window blinds and covered with gauze, and are illuminated from behind.
Patent GB-190011657-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Collapsible Boats.
Filed: 1900-06-27
Granted: 1901-06-08
Abstract: 11,657. Express Contract Co. and Hibberd, C. June27. Collapsable boats.-Relates to improvements in the boats described in Specification No. 8295, A.D. 1896. The thwarts are hinged so that they fold into four parts, instead of two as formerly, and the footboards or gratings b are hinged at b<1> so that they can be swung up into the position shown. They are held in place by stays c pivoted at c' so that they can be turned lengthwise when the boat is to be collapsed. These stays may serve as stretchers. As shown in Fig. 2, the three ribs at each end of the boat are made in two parts pivoted together at f to prevent buckling when the boat is collapsed. A chamber to contain water ballast may be fitted in the bottom of the boat and provided with air and water inlet valves. Pumps are provided to regulate the amount of ballast. The boat may be collapsed by an oar made fast to a rope passed through a hole in the keel. By pressing the oar against the side of the boat it is collapsed.
Patent GB-190013989-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Boot Cleaning Apparatus.
Inventor: OTTO THILO
Filed: 1900-08-03
Granted: 1900-09-22
Abstract: 13,989. Otto, T., and Dudek, W. Aug. 3. Boots and shoes, cleaning and polishing.-The foot is placed on a base-plate a, Fig. 4, having rollers mounted at its side. A leather or other band is passed under these rollers and drawn to and fro over the boot, to remove the dust and mud. The band may be moistened, to wash the boot, and is also used to apply the polishing or preserving material. The base - plate may be used as a boot-jack. Fig. 2 shows a modified form of apparatus.
Patent GB-190017309-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Evaporating Apparatus.
Inventor: RAYNER THOMAS JAMES
Filed: 1900-09-29
Granted: 1900-11-03
Abstract: 17,309. Rayner, T. J. Sept. 29. Feedwater, purifying.-Relates to apparatus in which steam passing through volute coils immersed in water within a casing generates steam which is condensed to supply fresh water for boiler feed or for other purposes, and has for its object to facilitate the examination and repair of such apparatus and to permit the ready alteration of certain of its parts. Fig. 1 shows an elevation, partly in section, of the apparatus, and Fig. 3 shows a sectional plan. The coils c rest on oblique bearers b, and the ends of each coil are brought forward to the front and terminate in straight parts d, which are fixed by nuts e to nozzles f projecting from vertical channels g, which are preferably separate from, but bolted to, the evaporator a. The ends of the coils may be fixed by flanges to the channels g. The channels g are divided into several lengths by partitions 7c, so that the steam is caused to travel in cne direction in some coils, and in the opposite direction in others. A removable door h is bolted to the front of the evaporator. The door o is for inspection purposes.