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Patent GB-190410794-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Electrolytic Apparatus
Inventor: BLACKMORE HENRY SPENCER
Filed: 1904-05-10
Granted: 1905-05-10
Abstract: 10,794. Blackmore, H. S., and Byrnes, E. A. May 10. Chlorine and hydrogen, obtaining electrolytically. The apparatus is adapted for the production of a lead-sodium alloy or sodium amalgam, and the subsequent recovery of the sodium as oxide or hydrate. In the arrangement shown in Fig. 1, the iron vessel 1 contains the mercury or molten lead forming the cathode, and is suitably heated at starting. The anode chamber 15 passes through the cover of the vessel 1, and its lower edge dips below the surface of the cathode. It is preferably lined with magnesia, and is formed with a lip for holding a wire-gauze or like support for the porous diaphragm 22, which preferably consists of loose granular material, such as broken magnetite, which floats on the heavy cathode. The granular material may be mixed with a binding-agent, or a different floating, or a fixed, diaphragm may be used. The anode 24 dips into the electrolyte, which may be molten sodium chloride. Charging-apertures 11, 19 are provided for the chambers, and a pipe 27 is provided for the escape of chlorine &c. aided by an air injector. The escape of gas may be restricted so as to decrease the height of the column of electrolyte required to balance the cathode. The sodium alloy produced flows into the vessel 35, and may be run off through the pipe 38, but it is preferable to convert the sodium directly to oxide or hydrate, a suitable method being to supply molten hydrate from a vessel 43 through a pipe 31 having an annular portion 29 perforated so that the hydrate flows in fine streams. The hydrogen produced is led off through a pipe 33. The reaction is facilitated by placing a layer 60 of loose granular material such as fragments of iron, magnetite, or ferrosilicon over the cathode, and gases may be injected into the mass through the pipe 29. To reconvert the oxide continuously to hydrate, a pipe 41 leading from the lower vessel 35 to the vessel 43 and having a steam injector is provided for the passage of the oxide to the vessel 43. Suitable valves are provided for controlling the flow. Fig. 2 shows a modified form more particularly adapted for use with a mercury cathode, the anode chamber 14<1> being preferably of glass or porcelain ; a layer of water may be placed on the cathode.
Patent GB-190413503-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Engine or Machine Metallic Packing.
Inventor: BELDAM CYRIL ASPLAN
Filed: 1904-06-15
Granted: 1905-04-20
Abstract: 13,503. Beldam, C. A. June 15. Stuffing- boxes.-A piston, valve, or other moving rod a, Fig. 2, is packed by a segmental ring o, the joints in which are tangential to the rod a or to a circle of smaller diameter. The ends o<1> of the segments are somewhat rounded off or cut away, and are pressed on to the rod by springs p or by an embracing zig-zig spring as shown in Fig. 3.
Patent GB-190414493-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Processes for Sterilizing and Cleaning Beer and other Bottles.
Inventor: LOEW KARL HEINRICH
Filed: 1904-06-27
Granted: 1904-07-28
Abstract: 14,493. Loew, K. H. June 27. Bottles, washing. - Relates to a process for cleaning and sterilizing beer and other bottles. The bottles are placed bottom upwards in pockets 23 of a conveyer 21 by an operator stationed outside the framework at 41, and are carried slowly down through a bath 11 containing a dilute solution of caustic soda heated to about 135‹ F. The bottles discharge their contents on leaving the bath 11 and are then carried through a bath 12 containing a similar solution to that in the bath 11, but heated to about 160‹ F. These baths are provided with offsets 16, 17 to facilitate the removal of labels, dirt, &c. After leaving the bath 12, the bottles are passed finally through a bath 13 of water heated to about 175‹ F., and while passing through this bath they are sprayed internally by water at about 200‹ F., by means of a rising-wheel shown in detail in Fig. 3. The hub 90 of the wheel rotates upon a hollow bearing 91 which serves as an inlet for the heated pressure water ; the spokes 97 of the wheel are hollow and are provided at their upper extremities with cups 977, formed internally with cones 978, Fig. 8, provided with spraying-apertures 979. As the rinsing-wheel revolves, the spokes register successively with openings 96 in the bearing 91 and so allow jets of water to be projected into the bottles ; in the apparatus shown, the rinsing takes place five times. The rate of travel of the conveyer is timed so that the bottles receive about ten minutes soaking in each bath. The baths may be heated by steam pipes 32, the temperatures being preferably regulated by suitable thermostatic apparatus. A guard 31 is provided to prevent the bottles from falling out of the pockets 23 when the open ends of the pockets are directed downwards. After the rinsing- operation, the bottles are carried along to a point where the guard 31 terminates and allows them to drop on to a wheel 50, which delivers them between brushes 60 to a conveyer belt 70 which carries the bottles to the filling-apparatus. The belt 70 is formed with cross-slats 72 against which the bottles rest, and is moved forwards at such a rate as to retard the passage of the bottles between the brushes, in order to submit them to a scrubbing- operation. If desired, the bottles may be sprinkled with warm water from an apparatus as they pass between the brushes. The whole apparatus is enclosed as shown, so that, while out of the solutions, the bottles are enveloped in hot vapour which prevents them from becoming suddenly chilled or infected. The progressive heating and subsequent slow cooling of the bottles renders them less liable to accidental fracture.
Patent GB-190418129-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Covers for Pneumatic Tires.
Inventor: HANAMANN ANTON
Filed: 1904-08-22
Granted: 1905-02-09
Abstract: 18,129. Hanamann, A. Aug. 22. Tyres, pneumatic.-To fit the cover closely over the air tube without folds or creases, the notches e in the cover are furnished with laces f. The cover is attached by straps and buckles, or otherwise.
Patent GB-190420375-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Children's Folding Carts, Carriages, and like Vehicles.
Inventor: WILSON WILLIAM
Filed: 1904-09-21
Granted: 1905-07-20
Abstract: 20,375. Wilson, W. Sept. 21. Perambulators. - A reversible seat back a, Fig. 1, is supported by stays c, e pivoted to the seat b and the frame g respectively. In a modification, shown in Fig. 2, the rod c is pivoted at one end of the seat, and the top of the seat back in the one position becomes the bottom in the reversed position, shown in dotted lines. The seat b and seat back a may be rigidly connected by an angle-piece h, Fig. 3, and the seat in one position becomes the seat back in the reversed position. The seat is prevented from tilting by a spring catch i, which engages a crossbar at the front or rear of the framework supporting the seat.
Patent GB-190425328-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Scrolls for Couches, Settees, Chairs and the like.
Inventor: HOLMES HENRY VALENTINE
Filed: 1904-11-22
Granted: 1905-09-14
Abstract: 25,328. Holmes, H. V. Nov. 22. Couches, chairs, &c.-Backs, arm-rests, or similar scrolls for couches, settees, chairs, and other articles of furniture are pivoted between brackets and fitted with means for adjusting their inclination. In the arrangement shown, the scroll is pivoted at F between brackets H, and is fixed by lever catches E engaging holes G in the brackets. Both of the levers E are disengaged simultaneously by means of a small hand-lever A and a connecting- link C ; they are normally held in engagement by springs B. In a modification, the lever A is situated midway between the levers E, to which it is connected by two links. The lever-operating mechanism is contained entirely within the upper part of the scroll, in order that a clear space may be left for the upholstery springs. The brackets H conceal the base of the scroll.
Patent GB-190427469-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wheels for Vehicles.
Inventor: PARKER THOMAS
Filed: 1904-12-16
Granted: 1905-10-26
Abstract: 27,469. Parker, T. Dec. 16. Tyres, elastic other than pneumatic; felloes or rims.-A series of curved plungers c, fitted with rubber or like tread blocks d, are adapted to work against springs e in curved guides b on the rim a.
Patent GB-190429057-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Insulation.
Inventor: MEIROWSKY MAX
Filed: 1904-12-30
Granted: 1905-11-02
Abstract: 29,057. Meirowsky, M. Dec. 30. Electric railways.-An insulator for the trolley wires of electric railways &c. consists of a screwed metal cap having an opening at one end through which projects the shank of another metal member, the two metal portions being separated by insulating-material, and the projecting shank covered with layers of mica surrounded by wedge-edged mica rings screw-clamped together. The screwthreaded cap a, Fig. 2, forms one metal portion of the insulator, and has an opening through which passes the shank c of the other metal portion, covered with sheets of mica or other laminated insulating-material d. A second cap f screws upon the cap a. Mica rings are placed over the insulation on the projecting shank, their edges being wedge-shaped so as to present a large surface, and they are held together by a binding-material such as oil, resin, &c., and firmly secured by the nut i upon the shank. An air space is preferably left above the insulator d. The insulator may be provided with an eye m or the like, and may be used as a wire-tightening device. In a modification, the cap is closed at the top end and is arranged to screw upon a ring so as to mould the insulating- material round the head of the member c. Instead of mica or other laminated material, a plastic insulating-material or an undivided insulating-case may be employed, and the rings g may be omitted.
Patent GB-190429266-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Revolving Cranes or the like.
Inventor: CAMERON HERBERT GEORGE
Filed: 1904-12-31
Granted: 1905-06-22
Abstract: 29,266. Cameron, H. G. Dec. 31. Cranes.-The jib of a revolving crane is provided with a trolley supporting a sheath, and the trolley is run up and down the jib by means of a chain passing round a pulley at the outer end of the jib, the object being to enable the crane to pick up or deposit a load near to its base without endangering its stability. Fig. 3 shows one form of crane in elevation, Fig. 2 being a section across the jib. The jib A has on its underside channel-guides B to receive the wheels C<1> of the trolley C, which is run up and down the jib by means of the chain D. The load is carried by a chain F passing over the sheave C' on the trolley. The chains D, F pass respectively round the drums D', F<1>, which may be driven independently or together through any suitable mechanism. Brakes are provided for controlling the speed when the load is running down under gravity. The elevation of the jib may be adjusted by the worm H<3>, worm-wheel H', and screw, but is not intended to be altered while the load is being manipulated. The invention is applicable to cranes with fixed jibs.
Patent GB-190500427-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Method of and Apparatus for Flattening Glass.
Inventor: CRAIG JAMES
Filed: 1905-01-09
Granted: 1905-08-31
Abstract: 427. Craig, J., and Rowan, R. E. Jan. 9. Glass furnaces; charging and discharging.-Relates to a method and apparatus for flattening glass cylinders into sheets for window glass &c. and for polishing them. The apparatus is shown in Fig. 1 in longitudinal section, in Fig. 5 in plan, and in Fig. 3 in cross-section. The cylinder A is cracked longitudinally and introduced into a chamber 7, where it receives a preliminary heating. It is then conveyed on a carriage 9, sliding on a track 8, into the main chamber 2, which is heated by gas jets 5, or it may be introduced directly through an opening 2<1> in the chamber 2. The cylinder is then seized by tongs 15, 16, the lower member 15 of which is secured to a tube 14 and the upper member 16 to a rod 17 terminating in a spring diaphragm 18<1> contained in a chamber 18. The members 15,16 are connected by a link so that, on compressed air being admitted to the chamber 18, the rod 17 is projected forward, causing the tongs to close. To enable the tongs to grip the cylinder, the track 8 and hence the cylinder A may be raised or lowered by links 8<1> fixed on shafts 10 operated by outside cranks 10<1>. The tube 14 is supported by antifriction rollers 21<1> mounted upon a frame 21 hung from a crane &c. The cylinder is carried to the centre of the chamber 2, where the heat causes it to flatten out and hang vertically. If sufficiently flat, the glass may be removed at this stage as described below or it may be further flattened by means of rollers 26, 30, 31 mounted upon the ends of the rods 24 of pistons contained by cylinders 23. Toothed wheels 27, Fig. 9, on the ends of the rollers 26 engage corresponding wheels 28, which are operated by a vertical rack 29, Fig. 1, when the piston-rods 24 are forced upwards. The rollers 30, 31 are mounted on pivoted links so that their distance from the rollers 26 can be varied. When at the bottom, the rollers are kept apart by an incline 33, Fig. 3, but when they are near the top the ends of the spindles of the rollers 30, 31 strike the right-hand portions of fixed double inclines 34, 34<1> and are moved towards the opposite rollers 26, being allowed to fall gently into contact with the glass by the left-hand portions of the double inclines 34, 34<1> as the rollers are lowered. The distance between the rollers is determined by conical caps 35, Fig. 11, on the ends of the rollers 26, adjusting-screws 36 being fitted. The finished sheet is then passed through an opening 6' into the chamber 7, where it is raised to a horizontal position by a pivoted table 37. When in this position, bars 39 from the annealing-leer pass into grooves 37' in the table 37 and remove the plate.
Patent GB-190503412-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Golf Balls and the like and in the Manufacture of the same.
Inventor: STOCKER JOHN WATSON
Filed: 1905-02-18
Granted: 1905-05-25
Abstract: 3412. Stocker, J. W. Feb. 18. Balls.-The centre of a golf ball consists of a ball A of aluminium, steel, &c. The surrounding space is divided into eight compartments by three circular rubber or celluloid sheets B, each compartment being occupied by a cushion C of rubber thread &c. Rubber &c. is then forced into the interstices and a coating D of rubber or gutta-percha tape, sheet, or thread applied under pressure. The usual coating E of gutta-percha is finally applied.
Patent GB-190507413-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Vapour Generators.
Inventor: POPLAWSKI JEAN-VICTORIN
Filed: 1905-04-07
Granted: 1906-01-25
Abstract: 7413. Poplawski, J. V. April 21, 1904, [date appliedfor under Patents Act, 1901]. Steam generation, methods of.-Steam or other vapour is generated instantaneously from saturated wicks passing through or around tubes heated by the furnace cases. The steam or vapour may be passed into the air or collected in a closed chamber. Fig. 7 shows apparatus for generating steam under pressure. The flame &c. from a furnace at the front pass through tubes O into a closed chamber which is fitted both longitudinally and transversely with tubes containing wicks A. The ends of these wicks dip into troughs P or into the main body of the liquid to be evaporated. Wicks are also placed round the outside of the chamber containing the furnace gases. Normally, the level of the liquid is below the bottom of the closed chamber. By raising the level to the first or second row of tubes, the amount of steam or vapour produced may be lessened.
Patent GB-190508546-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Wire Hat Frame Machines.
Inventor: VELLEMAN ABRAHAM
Filed: 1905-04-20
Granted: 1905-08-17
Abstract: 8546. Velleman, A. April 20. Bonnets.-A machine for making wire frames for hats consists of a centering device G and side members F which after being adjusted and fixed for any required shape of frame can be made to collapse towards the centre by the aid of a lever 29 and cams, so as to release the wire frame when completed. The framing-members F are provided with hcoks 50 of the shape shown and reduced in thickness at the end, to receive the wires, and are separately adjustable each in the plane of its carrier D, being fixed by clamps E, shown in detail in Fig. 10, a preferred form for use with a solid bar carrier D' being shown in Fig. 12. Supporting- arms are adjustable in an horizontal plane by means of feet 39 fitting into shoes 36, Fig. 2, and clamped by screws 40, 41. The centering- device G, Fig. 3, is provided at the top with a crown piece 57 having radiating slots 58 to accommodate the frame wire?, and at the bottom is adjustably attached to a spindle 20. This spindle by means of two collars 24, 25 engages the ends of the shoes 36, which are capable of being rocked about hinges 34 adjustable in slots 16, Fig. 2, of a table 12 bevelled at 15, Fig. 3. For convenience in use, the table 12 can be rotated on a hub 13, carrying with it the central spindle 20, which is connected by a pin 59 to one of the shoes. The hub 13 is prevented from sliding off the standard 11 by a screw sliding in an annular groove 33<a> formed in the standard. While a frame is being made, the members take up the position shown in Fig. 3, the spindle 20 being held up by a spring 19 and also by a lever 29 resting on a ledge 60 or, in an intermediate position, secured by a latch and rack 32, 31 on the slope of cams 26<a>, 26<b>, Fig. 6. When the frame is to be released, the lever 29, Fig. 3, which is loosely connected to the spindle 20, is moved in an horizontal direction in the cams 26<a>, 26<b> and lowers the spindle 20, thus causing the framing members to collapse inwards and set the wire frame free.
Patent GB-190511272-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Heat Controlling Devices.
Inventor: MARKS GEORGE CROYDON
Filed: 1905-05-30
Granted: 1905-11-30
Abstract: 11,272. Marks, G. C., [Fulton Co.]. May 30. Thermostats.-Relates to heat regulators especially adapted for use in connexion with furnaces for raising high-pressure steam or for heating water for hot-water systems. In a regulator in which a chamber containing a fluid is provided with a collapsible and expansible corrugated metal wall, a rigid heat-conducting wall is interposed between the corrugated wall and the heated fluid under pressure, so as to protect the latter wall from fluid pressure. Fig. 1 shows one arrangement in which a corrugated wall 9 surrounds a dome 1 connected to a boiler. The wall 9 is closed at its upper end by a plate 11 which is arranged to transmit movements of the wall to a pivoted lever 15. The lower end of the wall 9 is secured between a flange on the outside of the dome 1 and a ring 10. The acting fluid, such as turpentine, is enclosed between the wall 9 and the dome 1. An air-escape pipe 6 is also provided. The range of movement of the plate 11 is limited by the top wall 17 of the casing and the top of the dome 1. A sliding weight on the lever 15 allows the apparatus to be adjusted to act at different temperatures. Fig. 2 shows a regulator particularly applicable to hot - water systems. The hot water is admitted to the space between the inner and outer parallel walls of the casing 24. The corrugated sheet-metal wall 28 is secured at its upper end to a ledge on the top of the shell 24. At its lower end, the wall 28 is provided with an end-plate 29 to which is attached a plate 35 carrying a rod 36. The rod 36, which is connected to a pivoted lever, is limited in its movements by an adjustable stop 37 and the cap 40, in which is formed a standard for carrying the lever. The acting fluid, which is preferably carbon tetrachloride, is contained between the corrugated wall 28 and the inner wall of the casing 24. In the modification shown in Fig. 3, the inner wall of the casing 24 is formed with an indented portion 46. The corrugated wall 47 is attached at the bottom to the shell 24, and at its upper end is closed by a wall 49 connected to the pivoted lever.
Patent GB-190511486-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Towing Blocks, Snatch Blocks and the like
Inventor: BELL THOMAS LEONARD
Filed: 1905-06-01
Granted: 1906-03-01
Abstract: 11,486. Bell, T. L., Wise, G. S., and Blackith, F. June 1. Pulley-blocks.-Relates to towing-blocks, snatchblocks, and the like, having articulated frames, and consists mainly in the mounting of the sheave and sheave pin. Fig. 3 shows the invention applied to a towing-block. The frame consists of an angular piece forming one of the sides A and the shoulder C, and a second piece B hinged to this shoulder. One end of the sheave pin D is hinged to the fixed side member A, and the other end is cylindrical and enters a hole in the hinged member B when the frame is in its working position. A pin M secures the sheave pin. The sheave H is kept in position on its pin by a flanged sleeve K. In the case of a snatch-block, where the sheave is not required to fall, the pin H is secured to the frame A by a nut.
Patent GB-190512603-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Advertising Puzzles.
Inventor: EVANS WILLIAM
Filed: 1905-06-17
Granted: 1906-06-16
Abstract: 12,603. Evans, W. June 17. Puzzles.-A card or board is set out similarly to a draught-board. Assuming the board to have thirty-six holes, the puzzle is to arrange six pieces so that no two shall be in either a right line or a diagonal line. Thus, the twenty-five squares on a post card or board a have holes b at each corner, into which six matches or other pieces c are to be placed so that no two are in a line. Fig. 2 shows the solution. Advertisements may be placed on the card. [Reference has been directed under Patents Act, 1902, to Specification No. 16,598, A.D. 1886.]
Patent GB-190518118-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cross-over Points for the Overhead Electric Conductors of Trolley Traction Systems.
Inventor: HOLMES ARTHUR HENRY
Filed: 1905-09-07
Granted: 1906-09-07
Abstract: 18,118. Holmes, A. H., and Holmes, H. W. Sept. 7. Electric traction in which the energy is supplied from overhead conductors. Conductors. - At crossings or frogs, the gap between the conductor ends is filled by a bridgepiece C, pivoted on the plate A, and adapted .to be operated by the approaching trolly wheel in the manner described in Specification No. 26,658, A.D. 1902. The bridge-piece is connected by links F with the running-in conductors B. These links carry shaped portions J, adapted to fill the recesses I of the conductors B, and, when engaged by the flange of the approaching trolly wheel, to operate the links to set the bridge-piece 0 to complete the track on which the trolly is running.