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Patent GB-190921661-A (GB)
Title: Method and Apparatus for Testing or Analysing Lubricating Oils or the like.
Inventor: NICOLAS FRANCOIS
IPC: G01N25/14
Filed: 1909-09-22
Granted: 1910-09-22
Abstract: 21,661. Nicolas, F. Sept. 22. Testing lubricants.-The lubricating power of cylinder oils &c. as represented by the proportion between its volatile and non-volatile portions is estimated by feeding the oil and superheated steam at a constant rate into an oilseparator, and collecting the volatilized and unvolatilized portions separately. In the apparatus shown, steam generated in a boiler A is passed through a superheating-coil E and is led by a pipe H into an oil-separator L, oil being supplied to the steam through a pipe S. The oil is fed at a constant rate by displacement from a vessel R by mercury from a funnel Q, the upper part of the funnel being of considerable cross-section so as to maintain a constant head. The unvolatilized portion collects in the funnel J, and the volatilized portion passes away through a tube M, a thermometer N fitted to the separator L giving the temperature employed in the test. An adjustable safetyvalve G is fitted to the boiler, and means are provided for regulating the gas pressure so that the temperature and rate of flow of the steam may be regulated.
Patent GB-190922866-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Electric Signalling for Railways.
Inventor: CARBONI GINO
IPC: B61L3/18
Filed: 1909-10-07
Granted: 1910-05-26
Abstract: 22,866. Carboni, G., and Tironi, C. Oct. 7. Electric systems, automatic; single-track systems ; track apparatus for stopping trains.-In systems in which each train carries a receiving-apparatus and a generator for supplying energy to sections of line wires which extend over two blocks, and are arranged on the right hand in the first block and on the left in the second block, the sections of each line wire being joined by cross-wires, each line-wire is arranged to overlap the adjacent section. To permit reversal of the direction of running, each train carries two double trollies the right-hand member of each of which supplies energy to the line-wire, the left-hand member being connected to the receiving-apparatus. A train 2 energizes the section y, y<1> extending from the point c on the right hand side in front of the train to the point k on the left behind the train. A following train 3 would receive current as it reached the point k and would be stopped at that point. A train 1 meeting the train 2 would receive current as it reached the point c, and, by connecting the sections y, x through the trolly wheel, would join the sections x<1> to the generator of the train 2, energizing the receiving- apparatus on that train. Both trains are thus stopped.
Patent GB-190928110-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Resilient Wheels for Vehicles.
Inventor: BARKER GERALD
IPC: B60B9/02
Filed: 1909-12-02
Granted: 1910-08-25
Abstract: 28,110. Barker, G. Dec. 2. Helical and flat-spiral springs; wire springs bent to special form. - Consists in connecting a flexible wheel rim 3, Figs. 1 and 2, to the hub by wire springs 4, Fig. 4, arranged in pairs in transverse alinement, and forming two series of overlapping members. Adjacent members are coiled and bent between the hub and the rim, and are fitted upon common bolts 5 between clamping-plates 13, which can be adjusted by nuts to vary the tension. The bolts 5 are connected also the hub by springs 8. The ends of each spring are secured to adjacent bolts upon the same side. The centre part with two coils is clamped to the hub at the other side of the wheel. The inner parts of the springs 4 are coiled and pass partly under hooks 12, radially adjustable in the hub. The ends may be secured together by plates 20 or fitted into the hub. The outer part of the spring comprises a member 26, approximately parallel to the rim, terminated by coils 27 which pass through eyes in links 16. The outer parts of the links hook into eyes formed on the tyre blocks, and the links are connected together at their inner ends by a pin 37. Between the links and the rim is a plate 17, which may be formed with parts 38 supporting the links. The coiled parts of the springs may be strengthened by linings 10, Fig. 5, of strip metal of crescent section. The ends of the strips may be secured by collars.
Patent GB-190928305-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Knives or Tools for Cutting or Paring the Bark of Indiarubber Trees and for the like Purposes.
Inventor: SCULFER HERBERT GEORGE
IPC: A01G23/12
Filed: 1909-12-03
Granted: 1910-05-19
Abstract: 28,305. Sculfer, H. G. Dec. 3. Cutting-appliances.-Relates to a knife for tapping india-rubber trees and for like purposes, of the type in which the blade is secured against twisting out of position by a stem or thickened portion of the blade being secured in a groove in the head of the holder. The blade b, Figs. 1 and 2, is provided with a thickened portion or backbone h of cruciform shape, which is secured in a recess formed by a pair of snugs or projections g on the shank a by one or more bolts d. The blade extends outwards from each side of the shank, preferably to an equal extent, so that four cutting-edges b<1> may be utilized. The guards f are formed integral with the blade, or, as shown in Fig 6, they may be formed with, or carried by, a frame h, which is screwed to and reinforces the backbone of the removable and reversible blade b.
Patent GB-190929410-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Spring Road Wheels for use upon Motor and other Road Vehicles.
Inventor: LEE CHARLES
IPC: B60B9/02
Filed: 1909-12-16
Granted: 1910-09-29
Abstract: 29,410. Lee, C. Dec. 16. Metallic spring bodies and cores.-Relates to tyres in which curved tread blocks of wood, rubber, &c. are supported by coiled springs. Each spring A is formed in two similar portions. The ends a<3> extend along the underside of the block, pass through double coils c<1>, a backwardly-extending concentric length a<2>, and double coils c<2> to a central loop a<5>, which is secured to the rim by a radial bolt. The parts a<3> lie in grooves, and in the form shown are held by hooks formed on the edges of a metal plate embedded in the hardened rubber base of a rubber block. The ends of the blocks engage by means of projections and recesses, and may be cut obliquely so as to overlap.
Patent GB-190930209-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Lubricating the Axles of Colliery Tubs or Corves and like Vehicles.
Inventor: ALLISON JOHN JOSEPH COLLINSON
IPC: B60B35/00
Filed: 1909-12-24
Granted: 1910-04-21
Abstract: 30,209. Allison, J. J. C., and Waller, J. Dec. 24. Lubricant conveyed by mechanical means. -A fixed lubricator for the axles of colliery tubs or corves &c. is adapted for use with wheels of different diameters. A movable frame b sliding in a fixed frame a and supported by a spring d carries an oil reservoir c containing a lubricating-wheel r, The axles of passing vehicles engage projections n on a disk m which rotates the wheel r by means of toothed gearing o, p. The wheel r rotates in the opposite direction to the axle and applies lubricant with a wiping action. The axles of wheels of less diameter than the normal engage the inclined end g of a bar f on the movable frame b, thereby depressing the lubricating-apparatus to the required height. A spring pawl s engages pins t on the disk m and ensures that one of the arms n is always vertical.
Patent GB-191002910-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Reproducing Music in Keyed Musical Instruments.
Inventor: NYSTROEM CARL WILHELM
Filed: 1910-02-05
Granted: 1910-10-20
Abstract: 2910. Nystr÷m, C. W. Feb. 5. Actions; express i o n, controlling. -In a shoe and roller action of the kind described in S p e c i f i c a t i o n 7949/09, wherein the two or more shoes f o r each note are brought into successive contact with rollers by electromagnetic m e a n s, two or more rollers a r e provided which rotate at different peripheral velocities. When the circuit of an electromagnet 4 is completed, its armature 6 is attracted, so that a shoe 10 contacts with a small rotating roller 16, causing the link 12 to operate a spring-pressed striker-rod 14. Subsequently, and at a time-interval determined by the relative positions of the tune-sheet depressions, the electro - magnet 5 is energized, causing it to attract its armature 7 to bring the shoe 11 into contact with a large rotating roller 17, so that the shoe 11 operates the striker 14 with greater force through the link 15. Eccentrically pivoted rods 18, 19 are provided for adjusting the shoes 10, 11. The axes of the rollers 16, 17 may be arranged in the same horizontal line, or a single grooved roller may be employed.
Patent GB-191002969-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Roller Skates.
Inventor: MACFARLANE WILLIAM NICOLAAS
Filed: 1910-02-07
Granted: 1910-06-16
Abstract: 2969. Macfarlane, W. N. Feb. 7. Skates.-To prevent slipping back in roller skates, the outside front wheel of each skate carries a ratchet-wheel a engaging with a pawl b on an arm c fixed to the frame. A spring e may be so arranged that the pawl can be held out of action when required.
Patent GB-191006164-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Chemical Fire Extinguishers.
Inventor: WEBB JOSEPH EDMUND
IPC: A62C13/00
Filed: 1910-03-11
Granted: 1911-01-26
Abstract: 6164. Webb, J. E. March 11. Actuating valves; plug lift valves.-A vent valve g for a fire-extinguisher is pressed against its seat by a spring i, and can be raised from its seat by rotating a rod p provided at its inner end with a block r having a projection s, which engages an inclined cam-surface o at the end of a plug k, l screwed into the body of the valve g. The rod p is rotated by means of a lever q, which may be weighted so as to act automatically when the apparatus is inverted for use.
Patent GB-191008046-A (GB)
Title: A Safety Envelope.
Inventor: PATTERSON SAMUEL HUGH
IPC: B65D27/30
Filed: 1910-04-04
Granted: 1910-10-06
Abstract: 8046. Patterson, S. H. April 4. [Cognate Application, 10,640/10.] Envelopes. - Relates to safety envelopes of the kind having a hole in one of the back flaps through which the sealing-flap adheres to the inner flaps. The envelope is provided with triangular or other shaped apertures c<1>, d<1>, in the flaps c, d, respectively, through which the sealing - flap e adheres to the inner flap b. The sealing- flap may be provided with perforations e', and any of the flaps may be treated with coloured gum or wax, or a mixture of these substances, to detect steaming.
Patent GB-191010871-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Manufacture of Filaments for Incandescent Electric Lamps.
Inventor: HARRISON FRANCIS
IPC: H01K3/02
Filed: 1910-05-03
Granted: 1911-04-27
Abstract: 10,871. Harrison, F. May 3. Filaments of U or V shape are bent up as shown, by magnetic means. The filament a is loaded with an iron hook, chain, or other weight d and heated by current in hydrogen or a vacuum; the iron d is then acted on by an electro-magnet e or a permanent magnet to bend up the filament round a glass rod f. The operation may take place in a bell jar, or in the lamp before or after exhaustion. The magnet may be used within the bell-jar. a piece of mica being used to prevent adhesion of the iron.
Patent GB-191013458-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Arbors and the like for Holding Paper or other Tubes or Bobbins in Winding Machines for Silk, Cotton and other Fibrous Materials.
IPC: B65H54/54
Filed: 1910-06-03
Granted: 1911-04-20
Abstract: 13,458. Platt Bros. & Co., and Bancroft, G. June 3. Rollers or cylinders.-In arbors &c. used in winding-machines for silk, cotton, and other fibrous materials, for holding paper or other tubes or bobbins on which yarns or threads are to be wound, or for having yarns or threads wound upon them in the form of cheeses or other forms, a movable pivot h is provided at one end, a spring p, Fig. 3, pressing the pivot h against the guides f. By this means, the arbor is restored to its proper working position after being removed for piecing, and the formation of cobwebbed ends is prevented. A screw o locks the pivot in its recess. Springs r, Fig. 1, over which the tube or bobbin t is slid, are held in position by an elastic ring s, which also serves as a stop for the tube or bobbin.
Patent GB-191016511-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Furnaces for Melting Metals.
Inventor: MUNDY HENRY JOHN
IPC: F27D3/00
Filed: 1910-07-11
Granted: 1911-06-01
Abstract: 16,511. Mundy, H. J. July 11. Shaft furnaces; crucible furnaces.-Relates to a vertically-adjustable furnace which in its highest position is employed as a shaft furnace for melting iron and in its lowest position is furnished with a crucible for melting brass and similar metals. The furnace chamber a is provided at the top with lugs d, to which are secured rods c sliding within sleeves e which in turn slide in fixed guides f. A platform g is mounted on the sleeves e and carries on its underside a hand-operated shaft, bevel wheels m, l and shafts j provided with pinions i which mesh with racks h at the side of the furnace. On each of the shafts an additional bevel wheel is provided for rotating the screw of a jack p, the platform g being thereby raised. but to a smaller extent than the chamber a, so as to leave the lower end of the chamber free when in its highest position. For melting brass and the like, the metal is placed within a crucible, the chamber a is lowered within the well b, and air is supplied through openings b<2> for the combustion of the fuel placed above the perforated, hinged bottom a'. For melting iron, the chamber a is raised from the well, the perforations a in the bottom a<1> are filled with clay, the iron and fuel are charged at the top, blast is supplied through openings, and the molten iron is run off through a tapping-hole. A cover u and outlet flue s are provided as shown and a lip g<1> is formed on the platform g above the tapping-hole.
Patent GB-191022663-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Gas Generating Apparatus.
Inventor: KILBURN JOHN
IPC: C10H15/06
Filed: 1910-09-30
Granted: 1911-05-11
Abstract: 22,663. Kilburn, J., Fairley, J. W., Kidner, T. B., Irvine, W. H., and Chestnut, W. T. Sept. 30. Feed - openings for solids, construction of; feed-openings for solids regulated by gas-holders. -In gas-generating apparatus the lever 13, actuating the carbidefeeding valve and mounted on the carbidereceptacle, is adjustably connected at one end to the gas-bell 7, and a lever 14, Fig. 5, is pivoted to the other end, and carries a curved finger 15, which engages with a yoke 16 on the valve-rod 17. A projecting finger 22 engages the projecting arm of the lever 14 when the bell falls below a predetermined position, and trips this lever, releasing the valve-rod from the finger 15, and causing the carbide feeding to close permanently. The means 41 connecting the lever 13 with the bell is fusible, so that in the event ot fire, the carbide-feeding mechanism is separated, and the supply of carbide automatically stops. To ensure that carbide is not fed when the carbide-charging door 32, Fig. 5, is opened, the securing-means 33 are arranged to operate a bar 27, the projecting end of which engages the tail of the lever 14, and separates the valve rod 17 from the finger. This rod 27 is also connected to the sludge cock, so that the contents of the generating-tank are at the same time discharged. Gas passes to the gas-holder through the pipe 6, and bubbles through perforations in a cap at the top of this pipe. Excessive rise of the gas-holder unseals perforations 12, Fig. 3, in a pipe 11, and allows gas to escape and pass away through a pipe 10. The carbide-valve is in two parts, consisting of a plunger 19 attached to the valve-rod, and an outer tube 20 with a seating at the lower end and working with lost motion on the valve-rod so that it is not lifted until the inner part has been raised some distance.
Patent GB-191024127-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sanitary Closets.
Inventor: TICKELL RICHARD EUSTACE
IPC: E03D11/04
Filed: 1910-10-18
Granted: 1911-01-05
Abstract: 24,127. Tickell, R. E. July 25, [Convention date]. Traps, siphon. The inlet is constricted to prevent obstructions entering the soil-pipe.
Patent GB-191026073-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Surprise Cases or Toys.
Inventor: ADLER LEO
IPC: A63H13/16
Filed: 1910-11-09
Granted: 1911-05-11
Abstract: 26,073. Adler, L. Nov. 9. Mechanical toys.-A surprise case in the form of a pistol is adapted when the cover is released by the trigger mechanism, to present either a comical toy or figure b, Fig. 1, or a sheath j, Fig. 4, containing cigarettes or other articles. The toy is carried by a spiral spring c fixed to a mount d composed of elastic metal strip. In a modification, the toy may be mounted on a hinged flap controlled by a spring attached to one side of the case. To allow the lid f, Fig. 4, to close, the sheath is depressed against the action of a spring k by studs o projecting through slots in the case. ' A receptacle for matches may be attached to the main case. The lid f, Fig. 1, is held in closed position against the action of a spring n by a latch c on the trigger l, which is pressed into engagement with the lid by a spring v.
Patent GB-191028276-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Bed-rests and the like.
Inventor: DOW OLIN DEE LA
IPC: A47C20/02
Filed: 1910-12-05
Granted: 1911-04-06
Abstract: 28,276. La Dow, O. D. Dec. 5. Bed-rests.-A folding and adjustable bed-rest is provided with adjusting-mechanism whereby the head- or body-supporting member may be adjusted to various angles relative to the base member. Hinged straps 7, 17 of metal &c. are pivotally connected to the base and movable member by pivot rods 6, 16. Each strap has a series of openings 8 to engage a bolt 21 provided with clamping-nuts 22.
Patent GB-191030378-A (GB)
Title: Improved Process and Apparatus for Purifying Water by Heating.
Inventor: SAVARY-CARLIER LEONCE
IPC: C02F1/52
Filed: 1910-01-06
Granted: 1911-04-06
Abstract: 30,378. Carlier, L. Savary-. Jan. 6, [Convention date]. Heating water. - Water to be heated and purified is subjected, in the form of small drops issuing from a perforated pipe 14<1>, to the action of an upward blast of exhaust or live steam in the expanded part 16 of a pipe 22. The particles of water and of impurities separated out are carried to a drum 20, where some part of the chalky &c. matter is deposited, the rest being carried by the steam to the bottom of a compartment 4 in a tank 1, purified water flowing over the partition 2 to the compartment 3. The water level operates, by a float 9 and rack 10, a cock 13 controlling the admission of water to the tube 14'. Any steam arriving at the bottom of the tube 19 is finally condensed in the annulus 17.
Patent GB-191101210-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Incandescence Electric Lamps.
Inventor: WEBER CHRISTOPH HEINRICH
IPC: H01K1/16
Filed: 1911-01-17
Granted: 1911-09-07
Abstract: 1210. Weber, C. H. March 26, 1910, [Convention date]. Filaments, attaching.-Sulphides of metals such as tungsten and molybdenum, which decompose, leaving pure metal, at a relatively low temperature, are used as solders; the joints may be made in air. The use of iron or nickel powder mixed with the corresponding oxide, and subsequent fusion in hydrogen, is admitted.
Patent GB-191103314-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in "Sprinkler Alarm Systems."
Inventor: GOLDSTEIN ALBERT
IPC: G01P13/00
Filed: 1911-02-09
Granted: 1911-07-20
Abstract: 3314. Goldstein, A. Feb. 9. Sprinklers, automatic.-Relates to sprinkler alarm apparatus of the kind in which the flow of water operates a water-wheel, which drives an electric generator controlling an electric alarm device. The water-wheel is arranged in a by-pass, and an alarm is given either by an increase of flow due to a fire &c. or by a reduction or stoppage of flow due to an obstruction &c. The by-pass B is provided with a casing G for the water-wheel, and a small flow of water is normally maintained by means of an outletduct K. A current is thus constantly sent by the electric generator J to a device M provided with a fixed and a movable coil controlling a pivoted arm 10, which is normally maintained in the middle position against the action of a spring. When the current is increased or decreased by a change in the liquid flow, the arm 10, which carries an armature 11, is swung to one side or the other into the field of a permanent magnet 12 or 30, thus tripping one of two break-wheel transmitters 16. 34, which send characteristic signals to a central station, an alarm being also given by a bell 23.
Patent GB-191103358-A (GB)
Title: A Brush for Cleaning Inlaid Floors.
Inventor: DUECKHARDT WOLFGANG
IPC: A47L13/06
Filed: 1911-02-09
Granted: 1911-08-10
Abstract: 3358. D³ckhardt, W. Feb. 9. Wire brushes.-In a brush for cleaning inlaid floors, the wire carding c is detachably secured to the convex backing by clips d similar to those used for braces. In a modification, the brush is in the form of an incomplete cylinder with a fixed handle projecting axially on each side.
Patent GB-191106625-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Gas Producers.
Inventor: HOLZAPFEL ALBERT CHARLES AUGUS
IPC: B01D1/12
Filed: 1911-03-16
Granted: 1912-02-29
Abstract: 6625. Holzapfel, A. C. A. March 16. [Cognate Application, 8005/11.] Producers.-A gas-producer for use on ships is provided with a vaporizer arranged on the gas-outlet pipe, or on the exhaust-pipe from the engine, or on any other source of waste heat, so as to vaporize sea-water and produce water vapour for use in the producer. In one arrangement, the gas-outlet pipe a is fitted with a double branch pipe b, b<1> leading to two vessels o, o<1>, containing tubes e through which the hot gases pass and 'fed with sea - water through pipes f, f<1>. These vessels have blow-off cocks g, g<1> which allow about half the intake of water to escape, so as to prevent incrustation; pipes i, i' conduct the water vapour to the producer, and safety valves k, k' are provided, the gases finally escaping by the outlet m. One of these vessels only is used at a time, the other being shut off by valves as d, n, so that it may be cleansed without interrupting the production of water vapour. For short journeys, only one such vaporizing-vessel o would be required. These vaporizers may be arranged both in the gas outlet from the producer and also in the exhaust pipe.
Patent GB-191109083-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Reciprocating Engines of the Steam Internal Combustion or other Type also applicable to Pumps and other such like Mechanism.
Inventor: AUSTIN ALFRED THOMAS
IPC: F16J1/22
Filed: 1911-04-12
Granted: 1912-04-12
Abstract: 9083. Austin, A. T. April 12. Connecting - rods.-A means of attaching a connecting-rod to the piston of a steam-engine, internal combustion engine, pump, &c. consists of a sleeve for receiving the gudgeon pin formed with lugs or projections which enter eyes in bolts secured either to the connecting-rod or to the piston. A ball bearing may be used, as shown in Fig. 2, in which the balls are placed between a bush i on the gudgeon pin and a sleeve i<1> formed with projections g entering eyes in bolts d, which arc secured to a flange a<1> on the connecting-rod. In the arrangement shown in Fig. 4, the bolts d are secured to the piston.