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Patent GB-190628004-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Rat and like Traps.
Inventor: PURCE ALEXANDER MCMULLAN
Filed: 1906-12-08
Granted: 1907-12-05
Abstract: 28,004. Purce, A. M. Dec. 8. Traps.-In a trap of the throw-over type for rats and other animals, the base-plate a carries an arch b which is surrounded by the striker d in its sprung position. A loop or other device h on which the bait may be placed hangs within the arch, and a hook j at its upper end engages the arm k holding the striker d in its set position, as shown. The arch is placed opposite to the burrow of the animal, which comes into contact with the loop h, thus releasing the striker.
Patent GB-190702948-A (GB)
Title: Illuminated Means for Indicating Programme and similar References in Public Places particularly Theatres and Music Halls.
Inventor: DARLASTON ARTHUR JOSEPH
Filed: 1907-02-06
Granted: 1907-05-30
Abstract: 2948. Darlaston, A. J. Feb. 6. Signals, electriclamp. -A device for indicating programme and similar references, more particularly for use in theatres and music halls, consists of a container fitted with an electric lamp adapted to throw light on to reference plates. detachably carried in a frame hinged to the container in such a position that the operation of the said frame to change the plates actuates the switch of the lamp circuit. In the construction shown, a container a open at the back is provided with an ornamental frame a<3>. The container is inserted in the usual opening in the proscenium of a theatre or music hall. A frame e formed of channel iron carries the reference plates, and is hinged at f to the container. A handle g is provided for swinging the frame into and out of position, and rests on a stop h when the frame is lowered. The handle k<2> of the switch k engages with a socket m on the underside of the frame so that the switch is operated when the frame is swung into an oblique position.
Patent GB-190703350-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Collar Studs, Solitaires and the like
Filed: 1907-02-11
Granted: 1907-10-17
Abstract: 3350. Owen & Sons, H., and Allen, A. Feb. 11. Studs and solitaires.-A collar stud, solitaire, &c. has a base b with a tubular shank a, and a head d with a stem c, which enters the shank a and is retained therein by a locking-bar e. This bar e has a projection e<1>, which works through a slot in the stem c and is kept in engagement with a shoulder a' by the inclined part c' of the stem. A controlling-spring f is kept in position by lugs c<2> on the stem. To release, a pull is applied to an upper plain or ornamental head h, having a lower part g, which slides over the stem c and engages lugs e<2> on the bar e to withdraw the projection e<1>.
Patent GB-190704222-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Boilers for Steam or Hot-water Heating Apparatus.
Inventor: STRODE WILLIAM WINSTANLEY
Filed: 1907-02-20
Granted: 1908-02-20
Abstract: 4222. Strode, W. W., and Holmes, C. A. Feb. 20. Heating water.-A water jacket placed around an external boiler flue for the purpose of heating feed-water, and at the same time reducing radiation, is provided with a protection plate at that part subjected to the greatest heat. The concentric cylinders A, B forming the walls of the jacket are connected by the end plates B<1> ; the hot gases enter by the aperture A', strike the protection plate D, and pass along the central shaft, which constitutes the flue. Water is admitted and drawn off by suitable connexions, and the necessary man-holes are provided ; the chamber may be of any shape to suit the construction of the flue.
Patent GB-190705057-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Decorative Wall Papers.
Inventor: BINNS WILLIAM
Filed: 1907-03-02
Granted: 1908-02-27
Abstract: 5057. Binns, W. March 2. Compound fabrics.-A wall or ceiling paper having the appearance of tapestry comprises a foundation of paper, on which is secured by glue, size, &c. a gauze or open woven fabric, thus imparting a honeycombed appearance to the surface; the whole is water-proofed with boiled or linseed oil. The honeycombed surface is decorated by stencilling, or otherwise, in oil colours, and may be varnished before or after being hung.
Patent GB-190705937-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Electric Heating Apparatus, for Dentists' Instruments and the like.
Inventor: LORD CHARLES NOWAL
Filed: 1907-03-12
Granted: 1907-07-18
Abstract: 5937. Lord, C. N. March 12. Heating by electricity.-Electric heaters for dentists' instruments &c. consist of a handle 1 enclosing conducting-wires 2, 3, which terminate in small metal sockets 5. These sockets are fitted with carbon or other electrodes 6, which are placed in contact with the instrument to be heated. Electricity is supplied from a dry-cell battery, lighting system, or the like.
Patent GB-190707071-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Furnaces for the Annealing of Metals.
Inventor: PEDERSEN MIKAEL
Filed: 1907-03-25
Granted: 1908-03-12
Abstract: 7071. Pedersen, M. March 25. Annealing-furnaces; charging; discharging.-In a furnace for annealing metals, the materials to be treated are supported on a removable bottom, and access of air is prevented by a water seal. As shown in Fig. 1, the furnace A is arranged above a water tank B, and the bottom D is carried by an arm d', which can be raised or lowered on and swung round with the standard E. The bottom is first lowered and swung clear of the furnace, and then raised. Two movable bottoms may be provided for each furnace, and two or more furnaces may be arranged above one tank. In a modified arrangement for heating long rods &c., Fig. 3, the hearth is formed by a wagon, which is raised and lowered and traversed by hydraulic rams h<1>, h<2>, h<3>, h<4> or other similar means.
Patent GB-190713616-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Laying Boxes or Trap Nests for Poultry.
Inventor: COCKLE MAURICE JAMES DRAFFEN
Filed: 1907-06-12
Granted: 1908-03-05
Abstract: 13,616. Cockle, M. J. D. June 12. Nests; traps.-The nest platform A, Fig. 1, is pivoted at its rear end a to the box B and to the exit platform E, the front having a projection a' engaging a lug b fixed to the box ; the entrance platform C is carried on a suitable support b<1>. The platform A is depressed by the weight of the hen, causing the entrance C to close. The egg passes through the aperture a<2> on to a pivoted weighted platform G hinged to the flanges a<3>, and thence on to the hinged platform H, and to the sliding tray L. The platform H is kept in position by the front end k of a lever K hinged to the box B, the rear end k<1> engaging a lug d<1> on the lower end of the exit door D, the upper end of which is pivoted to the box B, so that the door D is not opened until the platform H is depressed by the egg laid. The entrance door C is opened by the passage of the bird over the exit platform E, which can if necessary be folded up and fixed to the door D by a stop e. To prevent the exit door from being locked after a previous unlocking, a catch P is adapted to engage the rear end of the platform H when in its highest position. In a modification to allow the bird to re-enter the nest, an auxiliary door M, Fig. 3, is provided on the lower end of which is a recess with which one end of a cranked lever N pivoted to the box B engages, the other end carrying an arm n connected to the end h of the platform H. In a further modification, the entrance door C is hinged to the upper part of the box B and connected by links to the platform A.
Patent GB-190713912-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Differential Gears of Automobiles.
Inventor: HALL ROBERT FREDERICK
Filed: 1907-06-17
Granted: 1908-03-26
Abstract: 13,912. Hall, R. F. June 17. Motor road vehicles.-The differential gear of a motor-car is provided with means for adjusting the bevel-wheels with all the wheels in full view, so as to take up wear and cause them to mesh properly, one-half of the gear box being capable of removal without disturbing the other half. The gear box a is made in two parts bolted together as shown. The principal bevel-wheels are carried by parts which can slide under the influence of the adjusting-devices. The shank c<1> of the wheel c is so keyed at c<2> to a part of a universal joint of the driving-shaft that it is capable of sliding. This shank is surrounded by a screwed cap or bush f which screws into the casing, and encloses roller and thrust bearings as shown. Similar adjusting- devices such as i are arranged in connexion with the bearing-bushes k on the opposite side of the box which carries the large bevel-wheel e. To secure the lower half of the gear box when the upper half is removed for adjusting the gears, U-shaped straps o are provided which straddle over the upper sides of the adjusting-sleeves, while the legs o<2> depend through holes in the bottom part of the gear-box and are secured by nuts o<3>. These straps lock the adjusting-caps, and the locking may be made positive by providing a series of notches as shown at o<4> and arranging inside the crown of the strap a stud o<5> which may engage the notches o<4>. The parts of the top section of the gear-box which come over the screwed caps may be cast with internal grooves to fit over the arched parts of the straps, and the rotation of the caps or bushes may be facilitated by providing them with tommy-holes. Fig. 2 shows a disk brake mounted on the back axle, which forms the subject-matter of Specification No. 13,910, A.D. 1907.
Patent GB-190714174-A (GB)
Title: A New Method of Lowering and Raising Painters' Cradles
Inventor: HANCOCK HENRY
Filed: 1907-06-19
Granted: 1908-03-05
Abstract: 14,174. Hancock, H. June 19. No Patent granted (Sealingfee not paid). Lifting - cradles. - Relates to a painter's cradle which is raised and lowered by worm gearing. A crank-shaft is supported along one side of the cradle and, by means of worm gearing at each end, drives two other shafts carried at the ends of the cradle. Each of the latter shafts has a drum fixed to it, round which one of the two ropes supporting the cradle is wound. When the crank-shaft is rotated by a workman in the cradle, the cradle is raised or lowered, according to the direction of rotation.
Patent GB-190715255-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Car Structures.
Inventor: ANGER JOHN EDWARD
Filed: 1907-07-02
Granted: 1908-07-02
Abstract: 15,255. Anger, J. E. July 2. Bodies.-The upper and lower sashes E, F of semiconvertible or other cars having side e stanchions are opened by being lowered into pockets J below the belt rail H. in which position they may be concealed by a hinged cover I. The lower sash slides i n grooves F' formed between rabbeted edges on the stanchions and brass strips E, which extend up to the top of the lower s a s h when the latter is in the closed d position. The upper sash is slightly wider than the lower sash and slides in deeper grooves E<1>. The grooves E<1> are formed between the brass strips K and beads L on the stanchions, below the top of the lower sash, and between the rabbeted edges on the stanchions and the beads L above. Shoulders e, on which the upper sash rests when in the closed position, are formed at the top of grooves F owing to the difference in depth of the grooves E<1>, F<1>. A weather strip M may be provided for the meeting edges of the sashes.
Patent GB-190717719-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Distribution of Electromotive Power.
Inventor: CHITTY HENRY
Filed: 1907-08-02
Granted: 1908-10-02
Abstract: 17,719. Chitty, H., Lange, F. M., and Mascord, G. W. Aug. 2. Dynamos and motors combined for transmitting power.-To reverse the motor or motors in a system supplied from a constantly rotating generator or generators, the prime-mover of which may be of any kind, a subsidiary electric generator or other source of current is arranged to be coupled momentarily into the shunt field of the main generator to reverse the residual magnetism of the same. The armature of the motor (or motors) f is connected permanently in series with that of the generator b driving it, and its field k is arranged preferably to be always excited by the auxiliary source of power c, the shunt field of which, if a generator, may be adjusted by a rheostat c<1>. The direction of rotation and speed of the motor f are regulated according to the direction and strength of the normally selfexcited main generator field a. To achieve the required result, the field a is connected to two concentric metal arcs i, j of a controller h having further concentric arcs k<1>, k<2>, k<3>, k<4> arranged as shown, rheostats l<1>, l<2>, l<3>, l<4> circumferentially arranged, and an arm m having contacts m<1>, m<2>, m<3>, m<4> adapted to rotate in contact with the foregoing. The connexions of the controller to the several pieces of the apparatus are made as shown. The controller is shown in its inoperative position. The full speed positions, forwards and backwards, are those in which the arm is horizontal. The field a of the main generator is in these positions directly connected to its armature. A residual magnetism is assumed to exist in the main generator magnets, such as would be produced by a current in the coil a in the direction of the unfeathered arrow, and the motor f is assumed to be rotating in a clockwise direction. Movement of the controller arm m in a clockwise direction from the position shown is arranged to connect the field a to the auxiliary source in series with the rheostat l<3>, so that the current in the coil a is in the direction of the feathered arrow. As this current is strengthened by further rotation of the controller arm clockwise, the residual field in the generator magnets becomes first neutralized and then reversed. The connexion of the field a to the auxiliary source is then broken or bridged over, and the field a is connected to the terminals of the main generator through the rheostat l<4>, so that the direction of current in the field a is still that shown by the feathered arrow. The motor f is now rotating in an anti-clockwise direction, and further rotation of the controller arm cuts out sections of the rheostat l<4> and increases the motor speed. In the opposite direction of rotation of the controller arm, the reverse effects take place, the auxiliary source of power c operating to reverse the direction of the working motor f by reversing the residual magnetism of the main generator.
Patent GB-190719094-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Adding Machines.
Inventor: MCFARLAND CHARLES NUMAN
Filed: 1907-08-24
Granted: 1908-09-17
Abstract: 19,094. McFarland, C. N. Sept. 1, 1906, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Calculating-apparatus.-Adding-machines of the key-set lever-operated type, such as that described in Specification No. 17,126, A.D. 1893, are provided with a counting-mechanism which registers the number of items set upon the keyboard and subsequently added on the totalizing-counter ; for this purpose a universal bar upon the keyboard couples the actuating- mechanism of the counter and some part connected to the main shaft of the machine, which is subsequently rocked if the item in question is placed in the machine. The counter is carried by means of a projecting bushing occupying a boss on the casing of the machine, and has a zeroizing finger-wheel, with another for clamping it tightly in the boss. Whenever a key is depressed, the key-interlocking plate 2b forces the universal bar 4 rearwards and therewith the spring-held side arms 4<a> from one of which a link 20 extends to a bell-crank lever on the shaft 12 and rocking it throws the hooked end of the counter-actuating arm into the path of a pin on the spring-held pawlcarrying arm 6<c>. Upon subsequent operation of the machine and rotation of the main shaft 10, the lever 13 is rocked and the counter arm moved forward to register unity. At the close of the operation the key-interlocking parts, and therewith the universal bar, are restored.
Patent GB-190719581-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Backing Off Apparatus of Self-acting Mules and Twiners.
Filed: 1907-09-02
Granted: 1908-05-28
Abstract: 19,581. Platt Bros. & Co., and Holt, B. J. Sept. 2. Mules and twiners.-The mechanism for putting the backing-off clutch into gear is operated by a cam q on the cam shaft b, and this mechanism is engaged and disengaged and the clutch put out of gear by arrangements connected with the fallerlocking lever. The spring-operated clutch lever a carries a stud k which is engaged by a catch lever i connected with an arm m on the rocking shaft n operated by the cam q. The catch lever i is raised and lowered at the proper times for the purpose of engaging and releasing the clutch lever a by the arrangements shown connected with the fallerlocking lever, and comprising the link r, bell-crank lever s, longitudinal rod v, provided with the spring 8 and stops as shown, and a bell-crank lever x. As the carriage approaches the end of the outward run, the incline 7 on the faller-locking lever f causes the rod v to move to the right and raise the lever i, so that when the cam shaft changes, the backing-off clutch is placed in gear against the action of the spring 5. The clutch remains in gear during the depression of the faller, and until the faller is locked, when the movement of the " boot-leg " c to the right in the act of locking the faller, liberates the lever f and the longitudinal spring rod v, and the movement of the rod v to be left depresses the catch lever i out of engagement with the stud k on the clutch lever, and the spring 5, assisted by a stop 4 on the rod v, draws the backing-off clutch out of gear. An analogous arrangement is described in connexion with a twiner.
Patent GB-190723344-A (GB)
Inventor: TURCOTTE JOHN HENRY
Filed: 1907-10-22
Granted: 1908-01-09
Abstract: 23,344. Turcotte, J. H. Oct. 22. Lubricating the saddle bearings of the top rollers of spinning-frames for cotton &c. A main saddle 6 has an upstanding arm 13 behind the clearer board with the oil conduit 14, which may be closed by a self-closing lid 22. The conduit communicates by means of small passages 15 with the front roller spindle and with the recess 16 in the auxiliary saddle 7. This recess may be filled with absorbent material and communicates by means of the small passages 17 with the two rear roller spindles. The saddle 7 has side flanges 19, which embrace the saddle 6 and so prevent oil from being wasted. The blade 11 carrying the usual weight. 10 is prevented from becoming detached from the saddle 6 by reason of the front part of the saddle being larger than the eye 20 in the blade and the cap 21, which is fitted on the arm 13 after the blade has been put is place. The auxiliary saddle may be dispensed with, in which case the oil passes directly to the two journals, upon which the main saddle then bears.
Patent GB-190800786-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Life Saving Device or Guard for Tram Cars and the like.
Inventor: TIMBRELL WILLIAM
Filed: 1908-01-13
Granted: 1909-01-07
Abstract: 786. Timbrell, W., and Gabriel, C. E. P. Jan. 13. Locomotive tramway vehicles.-In an obstruction-remover for tramcars &c., the lower and side parts of the operating-gate can swing outwardly, and the handle which returns the fender to its inoperative position is so connected to the safety-gate that this gate can perform its movement without imparting movement to the handle, which occupies a position in a recess in the floor. The frame of the fender is of special construction. The main part of the gate A is prevented from moving outwards by a stop on a disk which moves with a spindle b. The lower part and a side part of the gate are arranged to swing outwardly, but have stops, such as a<3>, which cause them to operate the gate when pressed inwards. The device is reset by means of a handle g<1> through links d, f, g, which, when the gate swings backwards, do not transmit motion to the handle. The fender is operated through toggle-links e, e<2> and a lever e<1> assisted by a spring j. The frame of the fender has three sides h<1> bent from one bar of rectangular section, the fourth transverse bar h<2> being partly circular with a flattened portion h<3>.
Patent GB-190802677-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Manufacturing Newspaper Wrappers and the like.
Filed: 1908-02-06
Granted: 1909-02-04
Abstract: 2677. Garrett, F., and Tanner & Co , R. T. Feb. 6. Cutting - machines for paper.-In a machine for making wrappers with a box-pleat A, Fig. 1, to act as a tearing-strip, small cuts A<2> are made on each side of the strip by a roller R, Fig. 3, with knives on a cam-actuated arm R<2>. The sheets are severed by an upper knife U<1> on a cam - actuated support U<3>, acting in conjunction with a lower fixed knife U. When different sizes of wrapper are to be produced, the timing of the guillotine knife and the cutting-roller R is altered by changing the spurwheel W. The intermediate wheel W<1> is supported on the pivoted arm X so that it can be made to engage different pairs of wheels.
Patent GB-190806457-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wheel Rims for Carrying Elastic Tyres of Road Vehicles.
Inventor: CULLEY ALFRED HENRY
Filed: 1908-03-23
Granted: 1908-10-29
Abstract: 6457. Culley, A. H. March 23. Felloes or rims.-The rim comprises a fixed portion A, carrying brackets B in which are threaded radial bolts b, and a detachable flange A' fitted with blocks C having coned recesses c in which engage the coned ends of the bolts b. To form a water-tight joint, a leather or like packing- strip D may be fitted as shown.
Patent GB-190809311-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Gear Cases for Cycles.
Filed: 1908-04-29
Granted: 1908-12-03
Abstract: 9311. Walters, Ltd., and Walters, H. J. April 29. Gear cases.-Relates to a method of mounting detachable oil-bath gear cases for cycles, of the type in which the crank chain-wheel is mounted eccentrically within the gear case, so that the lower edge of the wheel and the chain carried by it come below the bottom edge of the opening through which the wheel is introduced, and run in the oil without risk of leakage. The case a is provided with the usual circular opening through which the chain-wheel c is introduced. The wheel is then lowered into the well a', after which the gear case and wheel are together passed over the crank-axle, which is passed through an eccentrically-placed opening in the inner face of the case. A corresponding opening d<1> is provided in the front closure plate d. The well a<1> may be fitted with a detachable plug e screwing into a hole in the case, which serves as a gauge or overflow hole when the plug is removed. [Reference has been directed under Section 7 of Patents &c. Act, 1907, to Specification No. 18,987, A.D. 1905.]
Patent GB-190810608-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Foot Mats, Door Mats, Rugs, and the like.
Inventor: MCNALLY PATRICK
Filed: 1908-05-15
Granted: 1909-05-17
Abstract: 10,608. McNally, P. May 15. Rugs and mats; loom healds, utilizing waste. - Foot mats, door mats, rugs, &c. are made of waste varnished healds a, which are cut to the required size, trimmed, and stitched by their seams b to a backing c of canvas or other material.
Patent GB-190811727-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Folding-chairs, Baby-carriages and the like.
Inventor: ATKINS EDWIN
Filed: 1908-05-29
Granted: 1909-04-08
Abstract: 11,727. Atkins, E. May 29. Chairs.-In folding chairs, baby-carriages, &c., a link is arranged to rest within a recess in the arm of the chair or the like when in the open position. Fig. 1 shows the invention applied to a baby-carriage of a well-known type. Each arm E is connected to the top of the corresponding short leg B, on which it is adapted to rest, by means of a link H arranged to rest within a recess G in the arm when the chair is unfolded. The link is preferably flat and of metal arranged with its plane vertical. It is pivoted at one end to a point H<1> near the middle of the arm, and at the other end to the top of the short leg. With this construction the arm cannot slip, nor can the occupant's person be caught.