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Patent GB-190704696-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Decorticating Machines for Treating Coarse Grasses or Vegetable Fibres.
Inventor: FARRAR JOSEPH
Filed: 1907-02-26
Granted: 1907-12-19
Abstract: 4696. Farrar, J. Feb. 26. Driving and like chains. -Grip chains for decorticating-machines for stripping or cleaning coarse grasses &c. are constructed of fluted links, the ends of which are shaped as shown in Fig. 3, so as to form a broken joint, and the bottom corners are rounded to allow the chain to adapt itself to the contour of the drum. The apices of the flutes of the bottom chain are centrally situated in the projections D, as shown in Fig. 4, so as to prevent the fibres from being nipped in the joint, those of the top chain being situated at the side. When two chains are driven in conjunction, one may be driven by projections on the other.
Patent GB-190708474-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electro-mechanical Control of Hydraulic Lifts and like Apparatus.
Inventor: SMITH ROBERT ARTHUR
Filed: 1907-04-11
Granted: 1907-11-21
Abstract: 8474. Smith, R. A. April 11. Lifts.-Relates to the arrangement and control of the main valve of an electrically-controlled hydraulic lift or like apparatus. The usual arrangement of pilot switch PS or push-button system directs the current to one of two solenoids S', S', the plungers of which are connected by links L', L<2> to the rod VP of the main valve V, the other end of which terminates in a rack R engaging a pinion P integral with a clutch member C normally maintained by a spring-controlled lever F in contact with a drum D round which passes a cable connected to and moving with the cage. In the present arrangement, the clutch is disengaged in power positions by a solenoid S in series with the solenoids S', S'. The circuits of the solenoids S<1>, S<2> being broken prior to stoppage, the solenoid S is de-energized and the clutch members are engaged. The motion of the cage is therefore imparted through the drum D to the pinion P to move the valve into the off' position. If, owing to leakage, the cage should continue to move and rotate the drum D farther in either direction, the valve rod would open a port tending to give direction to the lift in opposite sense, and the tendency of the lift to move is thereby corrected. As the movement of the plunger VP and that of the cage are proportionate. the retardation of the cage is always effected through equal spaces. A cut out device for the solenoids S<1>, S<2> can therefore be arranged at such a distance from the floor level as to secure great accuracy of stopping at the floor level.
Patent GB-190712569-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of Transforming a Reciprocating Motion into a Rotary Motion.
Inventor: LARSEN JULIUS
Filed: 1907-05-30
Granted: 1908-02-06
Abstract: 12,569. Larsen, J. May 30. Converting r e c iprocating into- The worm-wheel i and shaft k are continuously rotated by worm and ratchet gearing carried by a fork c attached to the reciprocating piston-rod b of a steam or explosion engine &c. The fork slides on a pair of rods m projecting from the cylinder cover r a and carries a pair of loosely-mounted worms o provided with oppositely acting ratchetwheels e and pawls f.
Patent GB-190720205-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Preservation of Meat and Fish
Inventor: POLOWINSKY WASSILY
Filed: 1907-09-10
Granted: 1908-09-03
Abstract: 20,205. Polowinsky, W. Sept. 10. Preserving meat and fish.-Meat and fish are dipped in boiling water, acetic acid, and a solution of common salt, consecutively, and are then hung up to dry, when a crust forms.
Patent GB-190728205-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Anchors
Inventor: ARMSTRONG TOM
Filed: 1907-12-21
Granted: 1908-06-25
Abstract: 28,205. Armstrong, T. Dec. 21. Anchors. - T h e flukes a are fitted in between channel bars b, to which they are attached by bolts c. Shoulders k of the flukes rest on the knifeedge h of the boss g formed on the end of the shank e, the movement of the flukes being limited by flat faces h<1>. Trip-pieces d, preferably made of channel bar, are riveted to the projecting ends of the bars b. The shoulder pieces may be made separate, as indicated by the dotted line m.
Patent GB-190810521-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Electrically-heated Tools.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1908-05-14
Granted: 1909-05-13
Abstract: 10,521. Boult, A. J., [Miller Treeing Machine Co., O. A.]. May 14. Couplings.-A heating-resistance, which can be removed from an iron and replaced in case of a break, without disturbing the connexions, is wound on a spool 6 and connected at each end with a contact plug 8, engaging with insulated conductor rods 42 inside hollow handles 24, the rods being connected by springs 46 with contacts 38 adapted to engage with contacts on a stand as described in Specification No. 7507, A.D. 1908, [Abridgment Class Heating]. As the resistance is put in position, bevelled surfaces 21 force back the conductor rods so that they engage with the contact plugs 8.
Patent GB-190813147-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with the Shedding Mechanism of Looms for Weaving.
Inventor: MCCORMICK SIMEON
Filed: 1908-06-20
Granted: 1909-05-20
Abstract: 13,147. McCormick, S. June 20. Loom dobbies.-To produce a "repp" or cross border when desired in looms having a Shorrock or Blackburn dobby, the weaver pulls a cord 9, Fig. 2, and thus rotates two shafts 2, Figs. 1 and 2, one for each set of needles 3, the shafts being fixed in the end frames 10 of the dobby or in short frames 11 attached thereto. The shafts are rotated against the action of springs 5 until one of the stop-rods 6 provided on these shafts comes in contact with a fixed bar or grate 7. Tappets 4, which operate the needles 3 and, in conjunction with the pattern lattices on the barrels 1, produce a plain or other body weave with a plain or other border, are thus thrown out of action, and other tappets 4<A> are placed in action, which, in conjunction with the pattern lattices, produce a cross-border. The cord is attached to some fixed point until the cross-border is completed. Any number of tappets 4, 4<A> may be employed, their positions on the shafts 2 being adjusted by set-screws, by means of which they may also be loosened and allowed to fall into inoperative position when a piece without crossborders is being woven. A mark on the cloth or warp beam or an ordinary measuring - motion indicates to the weaver when the tappets 4<A> are to be brought into action.
Patent GB-190820589-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Dung-catchers for Draught Animals.
Inventor: HUNT WILLIAM HENRY
Filed: 1908-09-30
Granted: 1909-03-04
Abstract: 20,589. Hunt, W. H., and Hunt, C. E. Sept. 30. Droppings, devices for catching.-A dung-catcher of cylindrical form, made of metal, is adjustably and flexibly carried from the vehicle and is connected by a leather shoot to the breeching of the animal. The receptacle A has one or both ends detachable, one end C being provided with a handle D. The end C is maintained in place by a strap E. At the centre of the receptacle an opening is provided surrounded by a flange Ground which is fitted the lower end of the flexible shoot H. The shoot is connected to the flange by a stud I on the flange, which is passed through a button-hole in the shoot and by straps 0, O<1> which pass under the eyelet J. A strap O<3>, also connected to the bottom of the lower end of the shoot, is passed under the receptacle and buckled to the fige3 strap R'. A stud on the breeching is passed through a hole L in the upper part of the shoot, which is further connected to the breeching by straps L<2>, L<3>. The receptacle is supported from the vehicle by double chains &c. K<1> having snap hooks K<2>, by which means the lengths of the suspending-devices can be altered.
Patent GB-190821275-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Steam Traps.
Inventor: PLUMMER WILLIAM EDGAR
Filed: 1908-10-08
Granted: 1909-09-23
Abstract: 21,275. Plummer, W. E., Kermode, W. M., and Plummer, C. St. C. Oct. 8. Lift valves.-In a steam-trap, a brass expansion tube c fixed at one end in a casting b carries a valve seating e and a number of collars d, making a slid-ing fit with the outer iron tube a. A conical valve h is mounted in a bridge piece in a casting f and is held by a nut k but is free to rotate under the action of the escaping fluid, so as to avoid the formation of ridges and keep the valve true.
Patent GB-190822738-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for Treating Textile Material and for Mixing Liquids with Chemicals, Dyeing Materials, Oils, and the like.
Inventor: DIEDERICHS ROBERT
Filed: 1908-10-26
Granted: 1909-09-30
Abstract: 22,738. Diederichs, R. Oct. 26. [Patent of Addition to No. 8821, A.D. 1908.] Bleaching; dyeing; washing.-The apparatus described in Specification No. 8821, A.D. 1908, for bleaching, dyeing, washing, and otherwise treating textile materials, &c., is modified by providing a second annular treating-chamber which embraces the original receptacle, and which serves as a working space or chamber. Goods to be treated may be placed in this annular chamber c only, in which case it is stated that the rapidity of working of the bell q may be increased. In the space below the perforated bottom f, f of the two receptacles b, a is arranged a double sleeve 1, 2 which thoroughly mixes with the liquid, the chemicals, dyeing-materials, &c., added thereto. The outer receptacle a is surrounded by a cooling. or steam jacket o, or cooling or heating coils may be placed in the receptacle a. The receptacle a may have openings 3 to permit air to pass into the outer chamber c from the surrounding space 6 when the bell q is raised. A perforated plate 5 is arranged in the outer chamber c to prevent materials contained therein from being carried too high and carried through the communicating holes e into the inner chamber b. Liquid contained in the materials treated in the outer chamber may be expressed by weighting the plate 5.
Patent GB-190824907-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Valves.
Inventor: FOSTER CLAUD HANSOM
Filed: 1908-11-19
Granted: 1909-05-27
Abstract: 24,907. Foster, C. H. May 16, [date applied for under Section 91 of Patents &c. Act, 1907]. Gas a n d like engines.-A valve device specially adapted for diverting the exhaust of e n g i n e s from the silencer directly into the atmosphere or into an alarm horn, but applicable for other purposes, comprises a pair of valve disks 11, 12 mounted at right-angles to each other upon a rotary stem 10 and arranged so that when a passage 3 leading to the silencer is closed another passage 6 to the atmosphere or to a horn 8 is open, and vice versa. The valve casing is provided with stops 18, 19 which operate in connexion with a bent extension 17 of the valve stem 10 to limit the extreme positions of the valve to those referred to above. A spring 20 is used to hold the valves normally so that the passage 3 to the silencer is open. The valve disks are loosely mounted in slots in the stem 10 and are secured by a pin 15 or the like, the holes in the disks being considerably larger than the diameter of the pins, thereby permitting the disks to adjust themselves in the passage 3, 6. The valve stem passes through a web 9 connecting the branches 3, 6. The valve device may be used with the disk 11 removed.
Patent GB-190827721-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for Colouring Tapes for Typewriting Machines and such like.
Inventor: LENNOX DAVID NEIL
Filed: 1908-12-21
Granted: 1909-07-29
Abstract: 27,721. Lennox, D. N. Jan. 29, [date applied for under Section 91 of Patents &c. Act, 1907]. Typewriters and like machines.-An apparatus for inking, smoothing, and dressing new or old typewriter and like ribbons, consists of a frame 2 carrying two spools 5 and two rollers 20, 22 of vulcanite or other material between which the ribbon 9 passes, the lower roller 20 dipping into an ink-trough 10, and the upper roller 22 being acted upon by a spring 26 adjusted by a screw 24. The spindles of the rollers 22, 20 are provided with bearing-blocks 17, 18 which slide in slots 16 in the frame 2. The trough 10 is removable, and is provided with pins 12 at each end, the pins passing into holes in the frame 2 at one end but being held by hooks at the other end. Balanced handles 23, 8 are provided on the roller 22 and on the spools 5 respectively, and springs 27 may be provided to prevent irregular unwinding of the spools. The apparatus may be used in combination with any other machine provided with ribbon spools, in which case the spools 5 are inactive.
Patent GB-190900973-A (GB)
Title: Fluid Cushioned Bearings.
Inventor: PONTEN ANDERS
IPC: F16C27/02
Filed: 1909-01-14
Granted: 1909-05-13
Abstract: 973. Ponten, A. Jan. 14. Supporting and mounting bearings; fluid bearings. -A bearing for vertical shafts driven at a high speed, capable of yielding in all directions to lateral strains, comprises a chamber 3<1> containing fluid, in which a flat-sided block 6 is capable of sliding in one direction, while a depending flange 12 on the bearing-sleeve 10 is capable of sliding in a direction at right-angles to the former in a flat-sided opening 12<1> in the block 6, also containing fluid. Grooves 8<1>, 15 are formed in the flat sides of the parts 6, 12, through which the fluid slowly passes when the bearing accommodates itself to the position of the shaft 10'. The fluid used may be mercury, glycerine, &c. The chamber 3<1> is closed by a cover-plate 4, secured by screws 5 and resting upon a shoulder 11 on the bearing 10, which itself rests upon a vertical flange 3 on the casing 1. The sleeve 10 is held against rotation by the flattened sides of the parts 6, 12. Fig. 4 shows a modification suitable for light shafts, such as those of cream-separators. The bearing 10 has a depending flange 18<1> fitting into an annular chamber 2 containing fluid, which is closed by a ring 20 pressed against the shoulder 18 by a spring 20', held in place and adjusted by a cap 21 screwed on to the upper end of the casing 1.
Patent GB-190902472-A (GB)
Title: Improved Manufacture of Disinfectants.
Inventor: SCHNEIDER HANS
Filed: 1909-02-02
Granted: 1909-08-26
Abstract: 2472. Schneider. H. May 11, 1908, [Convention date]. [Addition to 3789/07.] Oxalic-acid phenol esters.-Ortho - oxalic - acid esters of phenols or their derivatives, for use as disinfectants, are prepared from anhydrous oxalic acid and the liquefied phenol by mixing in the proportion of one molecule of oxalic acid to two molecules of the phenol, the reaction being effected by thorough mixing until self-heating begins.
Patent GB-190905010-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Incandescent Mantles for Gas Lighting.
Filed: 1909-03-01
Granted: 1909-11-04
Abstract: 5010. Rhenania-Gl³hlicht Cie. Feb. 6, [Convention date]. Mantles.-An inverted soft mantle is secured to the supporting-ring or holder by an extensible closed securing-ring surrounded with asbestos or other refractory material. The extensible closed ring preferably consists of a cord of rubber, metal, or other material surrounded with asbestos or other refractory material, and may be of corrugated, spiral, or plain formation. The securing-ring is pushed over the opening of the supporting-ring until the extensible cord engages with the groove of the riug intended to receive it, thereby dispensing with the usual tying or binding. Reference has been directed by the Comptroller to Specifications 17,127/04 and 17,584/04.
Patent GB-190905646-A (GB)
Title: Process of Treating Cork.
Inventor: ROSS WILLIAM
IPC: B27K7/00
Filed: 1909-03-09
Granted: 1910-02-03
Abstract: 5646. Ross, W., and Ross, T. March 9. Cork, treating; shaping by pressure.-To render a piece of cork more homogeneous and resilient, it is subjected to pressure in a heated mould and allowed to cool in the mould. The cork is shaped before moulding, and may be successively treated in a series of moulds. The pressure may be applied hydraulically, and may be from 250 to 300 Ibs. per square inch. The mould is heated externally to 150 to 220‹ F.
Patent GB-190910243-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Presses, such as Baling Presses for Cotton Goods, and the like.
Inventor: HINDLE JOHN HENRY
IPC: B30B1/30
Filed: 1909-04-30
Granted: 1910-01-27
Abstract: 10,243. Hindle, J. H. April 30. Presses, mechanical.- The table 22 of a baling or like press is operated by cords 30 passing around sheaves 24 on to winding- drums 17, 17<a>, which are driven by an electromotor 6 through the medium of worm gearing 11,13. The drums 17, 17<a> and sheaves 24 are arranged in four symmetrical sets at each corner of the press. Each sheave 24 comprises a fluted ring mounted upon a nest of rollers 27, Fig. 6. The motor 6 is preferably series - wound, and the electrical control is such that the motor tongue is varied to meet the reresistance to be overcome. The table 22 is retained by means of an automatic brake 31 operated by a spring 36. Electro-magnets 37 withdraw the brake shoes 33 against the action of the spring 36 while the press is in operation.
Patent GB-190910739-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Junction Fittings of Metallic Conduits for Electric Conductors.
IPC: H02G3/06
Filed: 1909-05-06
Granted: 1910-02-10
Abstract: 10,739. Pugh, Ltd., C. H., and Bull, G. F. May 6. Angle-pieces, junction-pieces, and the like.- Tee-junction fittings of metallic conduits for electric conductors are pressed or stamped up in the cold from a sheet-metal blank of cruciform shape, troughs being pressed in it in one operation until it assumes the shape shown in Figs. 6 and 9 ; it is then bent over longitudinally about the middle of the raised swell a<5> until the edges meet, after which they are soldered or welded together. In the construction shown the ends a<2> are enlarged to receive the tubular sections of the conduit.
Patent GB-190914340-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Lace Holder.
Inventor: KEEL JAMES
IPC: B65H75/28
Filed: 1909-06-18
Granted: 1910-01-06
Abstract: 14,340. Keel, J. June 18. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Blocking.-A lace-holder comprises a board A A<1> notched at the ends on which the lace is wound, and elastic bands D for holding it in position. The looped ends E of the bands are secured by buttons B, C. The heads B, C of each button are screwed together. When required to unwind the lace, the bands are slipped over the ends. In a modification the buttons are dispensed with, and the bands pass through a hole at this point, their ends being stitched together.
Patent GB-190916909-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Twine Cutting Rings and in Blanks therefor.
Inventor: POWELL WILEY MARSHALL
IPC: B26B27/00
Filed: 1909-07-20
Granted: 1910-07-07
Abstract: 16,909. Powell, W, M. July 20. String-cutters. - A finger-ring for cutting twine &c. is made from a blank 4, Fig. 3, having a laterally extending portion 5 provided with a cutting-edge 6. The blank is bent into a ring 4<a>, Fig. 2, with a radially projecting portion 4b adjacent the portion 5, the cutting- edge 6 being substantially parallel with and directed towards the axis of the ring.
Patent GB-190924846-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Axle-boxes.
Inventor: ONO TADASHI
IPC: B61F17/20
Filed: 1909-10-28
Granted: 1910-08-25
Abstract: 24,846. Ono, T. Oct. 28. Lubricant conveyed by mechanical means. - An axle - box for railway vehicles is provided with means for continuously circulating lubricant, and for excluding dust and retaining oil. The invention is applicable also to shaft bearings. A partition 11 in the axle-box separates the main oil well from a feeding-chamber 12, which the oil enters through a filter 46 and a hole 13. A ring 16 loosely keyed to the axle so as to rotate with it, but which does not participate in its end movements, dips into the chamber 12, and has a rim 19, which runs through a curved groove 21 in a scraper or wiper 20, loosely mounted in a recess 23 in the upper part of the partition 11. The oil scraped off the ring 16 flows through passages 24 in the lower face of the wiper, and is guided by its edge 27 into two curved channels 31 in the brass 3, which conduct the oil to a receiver in contact with the lower side of the axle. The axle is thus constantly bathed in oil, the oil from the receiver overflowing into the bottom of the axle-box. The receiver is supported by a spring- pressed cap 37 on a holder 38, loosely placed between guides in the floor of the axle-box. The holder 38 is provided with an oil gauge 43 which serves also as a handle. The ring 16 is provided with rims 67, 68 engaging the walls of the chamber 12 to prevent the escape of oil by splashing. Oil which drains down the wall 61 of the chamber 12, and the face 69 of the ring 16, collects in grooves 63, 66 in the axle-box and ring, and returns to the chamber 12 through a passage 65. The grooves 63, 66 have inclined faces to direct the oil. The ring 16 has a conical surface 70 ending in an edge 71 which throws oil centrifugally into the groove 63. Any oil that finds its way between the axle and the ring collects in a groove 79 and returns under centrifugal action to the chamber 12 through a number of holes 78.
Patent GB-190927161-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Earthen and other Ware and a Process of or Means for Decorating same.
IPC: C04B41/52
Filed: 1909-11-23
Granted: 1909-12-16
Abstract: 27,161. Wilkinson, Ltd., A. J., and Butler, J. Nov. 23. Pottery surfaces, ornamenting, by a process consisting in (1) dipping the bisque ware in water or other liquid, (2) applying either locally or to the whole of the wet surface a fibrous material, such as cotton or wool, and (3) spraying the ware with colour by means of an aerograph or aerostyle device, the fibrous coating only allowing the colour to penetrate at the spaces between the fibres. The fibrous material is then wholly or partly removed by a sharp instrument, and the process repeated with other colours, a variegated effect being eventually obtained. The ware is afterwards subjected to the further operations necessary to complete its manufacture.
Patent GB-191001514-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Devices for Making Up and Securing Neck Ties for use with Double Collars.
Inventor: DEMANDRE GEORGES
IPC: H01M8/24
Filed: 1910-01-20
Granted: 1910-06-16
Abstract: 1514. Demandre, G. Jan. 20. Necktie-retainers.-A necktie-retainer consists of a metal bar a provided at each end with a hole which engages hooks d, mounted upon an elastic band g.
Patent GB-191007160-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Apparatus for Registering and Indicating Excess Pressures in Steam Boilers and other Vessels containing Fluids under Pressure.
Inventor: LUSUARDI AMILCARE
IPC: F22B37/42
Filed: 1910-03-22
Granted: 1911-03-16
Abstract: 7160. Lusuardi, A. March 22. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Transfer mechanism.-In apparatus comprising a safety-valve having means for registering the number of times excess pressures of three or more values have been developed in boilers &c., transfer from the lower dials 47, 49, 51 of the three counting-apparatus to the notched dials 48, 50, 52, forming the higher elements, takes place through single teeth 56, 57, 58.
Patent GB-191009836-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Type-writers.
Inventor: GESSNER FRITZ
IPC: B41J1/02
Filed: 1910-04-22
Granted: 1910-11-17
Abstract: 9836. Gessner, F. April 22. Types, securing on carriers.-Detachable typeblocks for type-levers are provided with resilient lugs having bevelled catches adapted to snap over sharp edges on the type-lever. Fig. 2 shows a type-block provided at both ends with resilient lugs h and catches d. Fig. 1 shows the corresponding type-lever formed with a transverse head c having reduced square ends b. In a modification, the type-block has central resilient lugs with catches, and shorter terminal lugs without catches; the type-lever fits between the lugs, and is notched for engagement by the catches.