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Patent GB-190700450-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Belt, Apron, Canvas, or Conveyer Tighteners.
Inventor: CLARKE GEORGE EDGAR
Filed: 1907-01-07
Granted: 1907-08-15
Abstract: 450. Clarke, G. E. Jan. 7. Conveyers; elevators.-The ends of aprons, belts, canvases, or conveyers are connected by an adjustable tension device comprising s p r i n g - controlled rollers which always tend to rotate and wind up the belt. The device is shown as applied to the conveyer of a sheaf-binding harvester. One end of the belt is wound on a roller F and the other on two rollers B', C' loosely mounted on disks i, a and loose blocks 10, 11 on a spindle I, which is connected to the roller F by links 0, 0', 14. The rollers B', C' are connected to the spindle I by coiled springs J, J', the ends of which may be passed through slots d in the rollers and then bent over and soldered. The roller F and spindle I are normally prevented from rotating by a dog 4, Fig. 3, engaging with teeth 2, 6. The tension may be varied by rotating the roller F or the spindle I, the dog 4 being adjustably connected to the link O<1> by a screw 7 and slot 9 to allow of the necessary movement. A single roller may be substituted for the rollers B', C'.
Patent GB-190704793-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Internal Combustion Engines
Inventor: COTTRELL JOHN SWINFEN
Filed: 1907-02-27
Granted: 1907-11-21
Abstract: 4793. Cottrell, J. S. Feb. 27. Gas or explosivevapour engines, vaporizers for. The exhaust gases of engines using paraffin or other heavy oils are utilized to heat one or more vaporizers inserted between the carburettor and the cylinder inlet ports. The vaporizer shown in Fig. 2 applied to a four-cylinder engine, is connected to the outlet ports by flanges b<2>. The exhaust gases pass around central corrugated chambers c, to the ends d of: which are admitted combustible charges from a carburettor (not shown). A supplementary air valve k admits an additional air supply to the mixture as it escapes through the outlet g. In a modification, the chambers b are cast in one with the cylinders, a single corrugated chamber c running the whole length of the vaporizer. The chambers c may be replaced by a series of tubes.
Patent GB-190709018-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for Automatically Drawing Blankets or other Coverings over Beds, Couches and the like
Inventor: TAYLOR JAMES
Filed: 1907-04-18
Granted: 1908-04-21
Abstract: 9018. Taylor, J. April 18. Thermostats.-In apparatus for automatically drawing a blanket &c. over a bed or couch when the temperature of the room falls below a certain limit, an electro-magnet is arranged in a circuit fitted with a thermal switch. The switch, shown in Fig. 4, consists of a U-shaped tube having ether in the closed limb u. A float resting on the surface of mercury contained in the bend of the tube bears against a pivoted lever 2 which is connected to one terminal. The lever carries a contact-maker 5 arranged to dip into a mercury cup 7 connected to the other terminal.
Patent GB-190710765-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Engine Valves.
Inventor: HANSON BERNHARD
Filed: 1907-05-08
Granted: 1908-05-07
Abstract: 10,765. Hanson, B. May 8. V a l v e s; distributing. - An oscillating distributing- valve 20, Fig. 1; works in a recess 9 in a block 7 formed with ports 10, 11 registering with the cylinder ports, and a central port 14 registering with the exhaust port. The valve is mounted on a spindle 18 turning in a socket in a web 16 in the port 14. The valve is formed on its under surface with a recess 21 registering with the exhaust port 14 and communicating with exhaust recesses 22, 23, Fig. 4. The disk has also steam recesses 25, 26, diametrically opposite the recesses 22, 23, and communicating with the valve-chest through passages 27, 24.
Patent GB-190717441-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Manufacture of Wire and other Plate Glass.
Inventor: MCLANE JOSEPH ALAN
Filed: 1907-07-30
Granted: 1908-01-23
Abstract: 17,441. McLane, J. A., and McDermott, J. H. July 30. Rolling; reheating; firing; forming articles with wire skeletons; welding. - Relates to a method of uniting two sheets of glass, with or without an interposed layer of wire netting. Molten glass is poured from a shoot 4 on to a travelling table 3, which is moved to the left under a roller 5. The surface of the resulting sheet 8 is melted by a burner 6 preparatory to receiving the wire netting n down an incline 7. The wire and the surface of the glass are then heated by a burner 9, and a second layer of glass is applied by a roller 11. The surface of the finished sheet is finally melted by a burner 12, in order to secure a polished surface. Cool air is blown upon the finished sheet from a tube 13. One of the burners 6, 9 may be omitted. In a modification of the process, two sheets of glass are rolled separately on adjacent tables, which are hinged together along one edge. The surfaces of the sheets are then melted, and the tables folded together, after the wire netting has been interposed, so as to press the melted surfaces together. In either case, the wire may be omitted to produce a sheet without a wire skeleton.
Patent GB-190720432-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Revolving Lamps
Inventor: KLASING PAULINE JOHANNA
Filed: 1907-09-13
Granted: 1907-12-19
Abstract: 20,432. Klasing, P. J. Sept 13. Revolving lamps or lanterns.-A lamp of any kind is enclosed in a casing which revolves at a speed regulated by means of adjustable vanes. The lamp carries exchangeab'e cylindrical surfaces for producing colour-variation effects, or for exhibiting advertisements. As shown, the coloured surface m is attached to the rim l of a fan-like disk k, which is suspended by chains i from arms h of a plate g, which rotates upon a pin f supported by a casing c on a frame b over the lamp. The casing c is filled with non-conducting material, and is protected by a disk of asbestos d. The disk k is revolved by the heat of the lamp, but in the case of an electric lamp an extra burner may be used. The speed is regulated by setting four blades n on the arms h at different angles, and securing them in position by a set-screw f. A reflecting-plate x may be attached between two rods of the frame b.
Patent GB-190722678-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Semaphore Signalling.
Inventor: PAINTER ROBERT MARRINER
Filed: 1907-10-15
Granted: 1908-08-13
Abstract: 22,678. Painter, R. M. Oct. 15. Instruction apparatus for semaphore signalling is provided with a dial D having the letters of the alphabet marked along seven radial lines, to indicate the positions to which two actuating- levers G must be brought for signalling any particular letter. The levers G are connected by chain gearing, which may ininclude a tensioning- spring, to semaphore arms E, so that when a lever G is moved to a particular radius the arm E connected to it moves correspondingly. T h e letters A to G appear each on a single radius, and are signalled by the use of one only of the semaphore arms, the other arm being brought down into a vertical position in which it is concealed by the hollow mast B. The letters H to Z appear each on two of the radial lines and require both arms for signalling. Thus, in the position shown, the letter 8 is being signalled. An arm F indicates the right-hand side of the operator. The apparatus may be made in a portable miniature form. According to the Provisional Specification, the dial D may be lettered on both sides to facilitate the sending of messages in opposite directions.
Patent GB-190726110-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Taximeters and like Recording or Indicating Appliances.
Inventor: HARTLEY HENRY
Filed: 1907-11-26
Granted: 1908-11-26
Abstract: 26,110. Hartley, H., and Canova, V. Nov. 26. Fares, registering. - Taxameters are provided with a series of indicating-drums showing distance, fare, and time, each drum being driven by a spring, wound up on lowering the flag, under the control of an electrically -actuated escapement. The time drum is brought into operation automatically by a pneumatic device or a centrifugal governor when the speed of the vehicle falls below a certain limit. The drums 5, 6, 7, Fig. I, are loosely mounted on a shaft 4, and are connected thereto by springs which are wound up on lowering the flag through a chain 14, pulleys 13,15, a wheel 9, and a pinion 10. The flag is locked in position by a spring bolt 20, and is limited to a movement of 180 degrees by a stop 26. Each drum is provided with an escape wheel 40, with which engage pallets 41, Fig. V, controlled by a spring 42<a> and mounted on a plate 43 pivoted on a bar 44 carried by brackets 45, Fig. I. The plates 43 are provided with adjustable stops 51 and are normally kept in engagement with a pivoted plate 52 by springs 55. The plate 52 is raised to disengage the pallets and escape wheels by a pin 56, Fig. I, on the wheel engaging an arm 57 attached to the bar 52. The pallets 41 are rocked by magnets 34, 34<a>, 34<b> and armatures 35, 35<a>, 35 engaging with arms 46 connected to the pallets 41. The connexions for the magnets are arranged as indicated in Fig. VII, so that the magnet 34<a> actuating the charge drum is always in circuit. The operation of the charge drum is further ensured by brass rods 38, which are attached to the time and distance armatures so as to depress the armature 35<a>. A revolving contact 79 for energizing the distant and charge magnets is operated from the vehicle wheel through a slider 60b, a pawl 60<a>, a ratchet 65, worm gearing 68, and toothed wheels 72, 73, the latter being mounted on a spring-controlled pivoted arm 75 and being thrown into or out of gear by a link 77 connected to the plate 52. The circuit of a revolving contact 102 operated by the clock is completed when an arm 88 is moved into the position shown in Fig. VII by the collapse of a bellows 85 operated by a rod 82 from the slider 60b. The contact 102 operating the time drum is mounted on a wheel 101 driven from the hour-wheel 93 of the clock, and carried by a pivoted arm 93 controlled by a spring 98. An arm 97 connected to the arm 95 is connected to the bar 52 by a spring or card 97<a>, so that the wheel 101 is thrown in or out of gear with clock according to the movement of the bar 52. The lowering of the flag closes the main switch, and the drums are returned to zero by the springs 4 when the flag is raised.
Patent GB-190727098-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Cycle and like Hubs and in tne Manufacture of same.
Inventor: BOHLE ERNEST WILLIAM
Filed: 1907-12-07
Granted: 1908-04-30
Abstract: 27,098. Bohle, E. W. Dec. 7. Making wheels for vehicles: - The hub of a driving- wheel has a barrel A formed of tubing shouldered down at the ends. Sleeves B with flanges b<1> bent up by hydraulic pressure, butt against the shoulders and are secured by rivetting, brazing, or in any suitable manner. One of the sleeves is screwed to take the chain-wheel which is made to butt against shoulders b<4>. The flanged end-pieces may be made shorter and mounted in flats on the barrel, or a sleeve formed from tube may be used at each end for the end-pieces, and these may have flats formed on them and receive collars or centrally perforated disks correspondingly provided with flats which then form the flanges. Loose pressed bearing-cups may be pressed into the hub ends in the usual manner.
Patent GB-190727408-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Steerable Air-ships.
Inventor: STRAKA JOHANN
Filed: 1907-12-11
Granted: 1908-06-04
Abstract: 27,408. Straka, J. Dec. 11. Aerial machines with. aerostats; aerostats; aeroplanes; propelling; steering. - The aerial machine is provided with fixed planes A, B, and an adjustable plane C hinged, on an horizontal axis b, to the plane A. The machine is propelled by a double screw driven through bevel - gearing, and the pitch of the first screw V is less than that of the second screw V<1>. The spindle W is mounted on a frame 3, which is pivoted to a frame 1 so that it may be turned in the horizontal plane for steering. The car carries a reservoir F, cylinders G, H, and a pump which is connected by pipes and cocks to the aerostat K and to a small balloon L inside the aerostat. The aerostat is filled by pumping gas from the reservoir F through the pipes f, i. It is stated that gas is pumped from the aerostat to vary the buoyancy through pipes il, g into the bottom of the cylinder G, the three-way cocks O, M being suitably adjusted. As the gas is pumped into the cylinder G, a piston g<1> is raised and forces air from the upper end of the cylinder into the small balloon L. If the pressure in the aerostat increases due to increase in temperature, the gas expands through a pipe h into the cylinder H. When the piston h<1> of the cylinder reaches the top, a valve h<2> is opened and allows the excess of gas to pass into the atmosphere at h<3>. The rod of the piston h<1> is guided by rollers P<1>, P', which are adjustable to regulate the frictional resistance on the piston-rod. The adjustable plane C is operated by an arm, which engages with a frame R sliding on a vertical guide-rod S. The frame R forms a slide for a block T which is pivotally mounted on a shank t<2>, through which passes a screwed spindle t carried by a wheel U. A pinion u on the shaft may be moved into gear with the wheel U, which, as it rotates, carries round the spindle and attached block T, and causes the block R to be moved up or down on the rod S. The block T may be adjusted by moving it on the spindle t.
Patent GB-190802675-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tools or Apparatus for use in the Manufacture of Cigarettes.
Inventor: APTEKMAN LAZARIDAS
Filed: 1908-02-06
Granted: 1908-05-28
Abstract: 2675. Aptekman, L. Feb. 6. Cigarette-making appliances. - Relates to the cigarette-making appliance described in Specification No. 20,241, A.D. 1906, in which tobacco is moulded in a cylindrical chamber and forced longitudinally into a paper tube by a filler provided with a concave extension which holds the tobacco. The hopper m and the sleeve n are formed in one piece, the latter being furnished with a shallow groove m<1>, which, when moved to register with a longitudinal recess f in a cylindrical bar d, pro. vides a clearance for the action of a concave filler g. One side of the hopper is formed by an adjustable knife q, the edge of which coacts with the edge f<1> of the recess f and cuts off any projecting shreds of tobacco when the hopper is moved into the position shown in Fig. 4. A spring t holds the paper tube on the spout s and is adjusted by being drawn inwards or outwards over a pin w.
Patent GB-190804039-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Stop Motions for Looms.
Inventor: LANNING CHARLES DEWICK
Filed: 1908-02-22
Granted: 1908-11-26
Abstract: 4039. Lanning, C. D. Feb. 23, 1907, [date applied for under Section 91 of Patents &c. Act, 1907]. Loom stop-motions ; take-up motions.-The weftfork lever 15, Figs. 1 and 3, which actuates the weft-fork carrier in the usual manner on weft failure, carries an arm 29<1> provided with a projection 30, which, on warp failure, actuates a lever 28 and the shipper lever 23, thus stopping the loom. The weft-fork carrier is provided with a shoulder 24 for actuating the shipper lever. The lever 28 is pivoted on a casting 27 on the shipper lever, and is raised into position to be actuated by the arm 29<1> by an electro-magnetic or other stop-motion. The former comprises detectors 2 - mounted on the warps 3 between the lease-rods 4, and provided with parallel members and slots 2<a>, which receive guiding cross-bars 2<b>. The head of each drop-bar is located below the upper sheet of warps and the drop-bars saddle contact-bars 4<b> and drop into contact with a bar 5 when the warp breaks, thus closing a circuit and energizing a magnet 8, which attracts an armature 9 and, by means of a wire 29, raises the lever 28. The driving-pawl 11 of the take-up motion is preferably pivoted on the weft-fork lever, and the detent pawl 21 is adapted to be acted upon by a lever 25 which engages the weft-fork carrier, the lever 25 being so curved that the detent pawl is released when the loom is stopped for weft failure, but not when it is stopped for warp failure.
Patent GB-190806238-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means or Device for Preventing Taps or Valves Splashing.
Inventor: SMITH SYDNEY
Filed: 1907-07-26
Granted: 1908-06-11
Abstract: 6238. Smith, S. July 26. Spraying, preventing.-To prevent splashing, a tap or valve is fitted with a detachable metal nozzle 1 containing one or more pieces of copper gauze 4, which are held in position by a leather washer 5 when the nozzle is screwed on to the spout of the tap, as shown.
Patent GB-190808602-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Typewriting Machines.
Inventor: FELL JOHN CORRY
Filed: 1908-04-18
Granted: 1908-10-08
Abstract: 8602. Fell, J. C., [ Yost Writing Machine Co.]. April 18. Typewriters.-Relates to tabulating-mechanism. - The machine shown in Figs. 1 and 2 has a type action of the kind described in Specification No. 4265, A.D. 1907, comprising key-levers 27 which raise type-levers 47 from an inking-pad to a platen 14. The platen frame 13 is connected by parallel links 12 to a carriage truck 10 mounted on balls 7 in ways 5. A plate 32 secured to a frame 26 carrying the action is formed with a vertical part having slots 31 to guide the key-levers 27, and is also formed with holes 53 which guide the stems 54 of denominational keys 55, the stems being guided at the bottom by holes in a plate 56. Levers 58, passing through slots in the stems 54 and pivoted on a rod 62, are formed with parts 60 having denomination stops 61 at the top. The levers 58 are spaced apart by flanges 63, through which passes the rod 62, which is secured by screws 62<a>. The flanges are formed on a cross-bar 64 secured to the frame 1 by screws 66. The parts 60 are spaced apart and maintained in proper position during impact by reed bars 68, which are received in slots 69 in a frame 70 having a cap 71. The sides 72 of the cap fit over a frame 70, and the cap is secured by screws 74 which pass through holes in the cap and the frame into the top plate 4. A spring 79 is secured to each part 60 and to a plate 81 on the framework. The column stop bar 87 having notches 88 to receive column stops 89 is supported by brackets 83, 84, secured to lugs 86 on the carriage. The bar is provided at one end with a cylindrical part 92 seated in the bracket 84, and with an angular part 91 received by an angular seating 90 in the bracket, the bar and the stops being thereby held in an inclined position. The other end of the bar is threaded at 93 and passed through an opening in the bracket 83, and is pro. vided with nuts 94, 95 whereby the bar may be adjusted longitudinally. Each column stop 89 is provided with a stop part 101 and with a part 96 engaging a plate 97, which serves to prevent detachment of the stops. The plate 97 is pivoted at 97<a> in the brackets 83, 84, and is tensioned by a spring 100, a releasing-finger 98 being provided. In order to release the carriage and automatically throw into operation a brake, such as that described in Specification No. 7140, A.D. 1907, a universal bar 102 is arranged underneath the levers 58, and provided with arms 105 pivoted at 107 to a frame on the cross-bar 64. The right arm 105 is formed with an extension 109, which is connected by a link 110 to the shaft 112 of the brake drum 113. In a modified form of brake drum, shown in Fig. 10, the cap 120<x> has a shorter flange and can be adjusted farther into the drum 113<x> in order to adjust the resistance to the arms 123<x>, and the arms 123<x> do not extend to the walls of the drum and are forced through the material in the drum instead of pushing it in front of them.
Patent GB-190812893-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Apparatus for Filling Bottles with Aerated Liquids and Beverages.
Inventor: TORPY HUBERT LESLIE JOHN
Filed: 1908-06-16
Granted: 1909-06-16
Abstract: 12,893. Torpy, H. L. J. June 16. Bottling.-In apparatus for filling bottles with liquids under pressure separate channels for gas and liquid are provided, the liquid channel having a ball valve by which the liquid is cut off until the pressure in the bottle equals that in the reservoir, and the gas channel having a valve which is opened automatically when a bottle is placed in position to be filled. The liquid channel 0 is formed with a recess C<2> turned at C<4> to form a seat for the ball valve E, and terminates in a filling-tube F. The gas tube G which communicates with the gas channel D terminates at the lower end of the tube F and is normally closed by a sleeve H which carries a rubber cap J to receive the mouth of the bottle, and is controlled by a spring K. In operation, the bottle lifts the sleeve H to uncover the gas port G<1>. When pressure is established in the bottle, the ball E falls and admits the liquid. The apparatus may be applied to rotary and turn-over machines.
Patent GB-190814902-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Acetylene Generators.
Inventor: LUCAS HARRY
Filed: 1908-07-14
Granted: 1909-06-24
Abstract: 14,902. Lucas, H., and Egginton, W. H. July 14. Acetylene.-An acetylene generator comprises a detachable water vessel a superimposed on a gas chamber b containing a carbide basket g. Water from the vessel a drips, under the control of a needle valve operated by a finger-piece 5, to a tube k in the gas chamber, a uniform heat being obtained by a water-lock s open to the atmosphere, as described in Specification No. 16,737, A.D. 1904. The water flows through perforations in the tube k to a distributing-plate i, preferably having radiating grooves j. A loose annular cover-plate l, preferably supported by projections m on the plate i, protects the perforations and grooves. A perforated thimble n may be inserted in the tube k. The water-distributing device may be supported by radial arms o secured to the carbide basket. The carbide basket has a reticulated bottom, and is preferably supported by springs p secured to the basket and resting on abutments q fixed to the vessel b, so that vibration causes the lime to fall through the bottom of the basket. The generated gas passes by a pipe y through a chamber w to the outlet cock z. An escape device for excess gas is provided similar to that described in Specification No. 7177, A.D. 1905. The water-lock s communicates by a tube t with a vertical tube u closed at its ends. A vertical tube v within this tube and sealed by the water therein communicates with the gas chamber w, excess gas escaping from the tube v through the water-lock and a vent 2 to the atmosphere.
Patent GB-190815908-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Underwear.
Inventor: HARRIS BERTRAM SHIRLEY
Filed: 1909-01-25
Granted: 1909-07-08
Abstract: 15,908. Harris, B. S., and Hurst, E A., [trading as Harris & Hurst]. Jan. 25, 1909. Undervests; pants; combination undergarments. -Knitted undergarments, such as pants, undervests, and combinations, are formed with a body belt, either integral with, or made separate from and attached to, the garment. Fig. 1 shows a shirt 2, and Fig. 2 a pair of pants 2, each provided with a body belt 1, which may extend entirely, or only partly, round the garment. The garment 2, Fig. 1, and the belt 1 may be knitted in separate machines, the garment 2 being cut across and the belt being inserted and joined to the cut edges 3 in a linking-machine. Or, the whole garment may be knitted integrally on one machine, or by transferring it from one machine to another to knit the respective parts. The belt may or may not be provided with fastenings, such as buttons and buttonholes 4, Fig. 2. [Reference has been directed under Section 7 of Patents &c. Act, 1907, to Specifications No. 8640, A.D. 1886, Nos. 867 and 6849, A.D. 1888, No. 2879, A.D. 1894. Nos. 26,591 and 27,948, A.D. 1896, No. 16,273, A.D. 1898, No. 5562, A.D. 1903, and No. 15,039, A.D. 1905.]