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Patent GB-190821257-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Automatic Targets.
Inventor: PLACE CHARLES WILLIAM
Filed: 1908-10-08
Granted: 1909-03-04
Abstract: 21,257. Place, c. W. Oct. 8. Targets.-Relates to disappearing - figure targets and consists in (1) operating the targets by electromagnets or motors in circuits controlled by switches operated by a clock-work or other motor with a time adjustment to enable the period of exposure of the targets to be varied, (2) operating switches in the target circuits by a device with an element of chance, such as a ball rolling down a board provided with pins similar to a German billiard board, and (3) electrical means for indicating the hits. Fig. 7 shows a target a which is carried by a counterbalanced lever b pivoted at c and is raised into view by an electro-magnet f and lowered after a time exposure by an electro-magnet g. Fig. 2 shows a chance device consisting of a board 9 with pins 10 and a number of shoots 7 with spring contact switches 5 in circuit with the magnets f. A ball 8 runs down the board into one or other of the shoots and completes a circuit through one of the electro-magnets f, thus lifting the corresponding target into view above imitation earthwork &c. Fig. 5 shows a rotary switch q, which is driven by clock-work &c. and makes contact with brushes s, t, which are in circuits including the magnets f, g, respectively, and are carried by rings v, u capable of relative movement for the purpose of regulating the time exposure. The ring v gears with a toothed wheel which is rotated by a knob and carries a pointer w arranged to move on a scale x indicating the time of exposure of the target. Fig. 9 is a diagram of the whole apparatus, which includes sliding spring bolts i arranged to make electric contact through springs and complete circuits through an indicator m when the targets are struck, spring contact arms h arranged to clip and guide the target levers b, and an electro-magnet 19 which operates a lever 15 carrying a bucket 12 which lifts the ball from the bottom of the shoot to the top of the board 9. The scoop is brought to rest gradually by suspended balance weights coming in contact successively with the table, and is tilted to discharge the ball by coming in contact with a stop 23. Several balls may be used to expose more than one target at the same time. For heavy targets, rotary motors may be employed. The chance mechanism may be varied ; and the clock-work or other motor switch may be controlled by coin-freed mechanism.
Patent GB-190824952-A (GB)
Title: A New Adjustable Hydroplane, Plane, or Planes.
Inventor: CLARK CHARLES HENRY
Filed: 1908-11-20
Granted: 1909-09-02
Abstract: 24,952. Clark, C. H., and Morrison, J. Nov. 20. Hulls. - The under surface E of a hydroplane vessel is fitted with a rigid hinged plane A, the position of which may be adjusted by means of a rod C. The plane A is pivoted at the forward end of the vessel and extends to some distance aft of midships. Air is supplied to the upper surface of the plane A by the cowl shown. Side keels G are fitted to steady the vessel in a seaway.
Patent GB-190827672-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Sighting Apparatus for Ordnance.
Inventor: SCHNEIDER EUGENE
Filed: 1908-12-19
Granted: 1909-06-10
Abstract: 27,672. Schneider, E. Dec. 19. Telescopes; polemoscopes &c.-A telescope for sighting ordnance from cover consists of binocular optical systems e, j, e<1>, j<1>, mounted in tubes d, d<1>, which can slide vertically in sockets a, b carried by a bearing c when a clamp p<2> is unscrewed. The tube d<1> may, by turning a screw n, be made to turn about a hinge k, and move in the socket b, so as to separate it from the tube d in order to accommodate both eyes of the marksman. Deflection is given to the sight by rotating the tubes d, d<1> about the axis of the tube d by means of toothed collar o, a worm 20, and a hand-wheel.
Patent GB-190900138-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Steam Pile Drivers and the like.
Inventor: BAS EDWARD LE
IPC: E02D7/10
Filed: 1909-01-02
Granted: 1909-12-31
Abstract: 138. Le Bas, E., and Garvie, H. T. Jan. 2. Piles, driving.-In a steam pile - driver, in which the cylinder sliding on the piston act as the monkey, the valve that admits and shutsoff steam is operated automatically by the cylinder at each end of its stroke. To raise the cylinder 1 which slides on the piston 2, steam is admitted from the chamber 23, by ports 24 and the hollow pistonrod 3, to the upper side of the piston. At the top of the stroke, the upper ends of guides 15 contact with spring stops 18, thereby lifting rods 14 and moving, through the rock-shaft 11, the double piston valve 8 in its chamber 7 to a position in which the chamber 23 is shut off from the ports 24, and opening the ports to allow exhaust steam to escape when the cylinder falls, At the end of the stroke, the guides 15 strike the lower stops 17, thus causing the shaft 11 to be rocked and bringing the valve 8 into the position shown in Fig. 2, and again admitting steam to raise the cylinder. The rods 14 may be connected to the valve through a cross-piece and depending link. For pile-drivers of large size, the valve 8 is operated by an auxiliary piston 35 and a slide valve 42. as shown in Fig. 7, which is connected to a rod 41 provided with stops. At the base, a dolly of timber with a ring to prevent splitting is provided, to which is attached guide-plates adapted to receive the head of a steel pile.
Patent GB-190900335-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Magnetic Separating Machines.
IPC: B03C1/04
Filed: 1908-07-14
Granted: 1909-06-24
Abstract: 335. Rapid Magnetting Machine Co., Thompson, H. H., and Davies, A. E. July 14, 1908. Magnetic separators.-Relates to a safety-device for use in magnetic separators, particularly the kind described in Specification 2203/08, in which magnetic material is removed from a liquid material such as potters' slip, as it flows along a trough system. A section D of the trough system is mounted so as to turn about a pivot, and is normally held up in place in the system by electro-magnets d<1> which attract ironwork d<2> on the section D. The magnets d<1> are in circuit with the separating-magnets, so that should the current to the latter fail, the magnets d<1> also become de-energized and allow the section D to turn about its pivot. The uncleaned slip is thus prevented from mixing with the cleaned material. The trough section may be arranged so that, in its tilted position, it directs the uncleaned slip into another trough system for return to the tanks. An alarm bell may be arranged to ring when the current to the separating-magnets fails. The section D is preferably arranged adjacent to the separating- section A of the system. ,
Patent GB-190904255-A (GB)
Title: A Combined Soup and Dinner Plate.
Inventor: LANGE MATHILDE
IPC: A47G19/02
Filed: 1909-02-20
Granted: 1909-04-22
Abstract: 4255. Lange, M. Feb. 20. Plates.-A plate a, provided with a removable false bottom e so that it can be used either as a dinner-plate or a soup-plate, is formed with a receptacle b having a hinged or sliding cover c for rejected or inedible portions of food. The false bottom e is supported by a flange f resting on the inner circumference of the rim d or by the slanting sides of the soupwell.
Patent GB-190906738-A (GB)
Title: Controlling Means for Steam Traps.
Inventor: BURGESS HERBERT LEWIS
IPC: F16T1/38
Filed: 1909-03-20
Granted: 1909-05-20
Abstract: 6738. Burgess, H. L., and Philip, W. March 20. Steam-traps.-The inlet A of a steam-trap a is throttled during the period of discharge by a valve, such as a ball valve d, which is forced by the pressure of the steam upon a seat e, provided with a by-pass f. A lift valve may be used, opened by a spring or by gravity, and the by-pass may be formed in the valve itself.
Patent GB-190907670-A (GB)
Title: Improved Hydraulic Self-driving Motor.
Inventor: BIRTCH HARRY
Filed: 1909-03-31
Granted: 1909-08-05
Abstract: 7670. Birtch, H. March 31. Self-driving machines.-A motor adapted to be driven by water under pressure, so that the pressure acts continuously without any exhaust, comprises a wheel a fixed on a shaft band formed with chambers a', the wheel being housed in a casing d connected to any source of water under pressure through one of two pipes f, according to the desired direction of rotation- The source of water under pressure may be a town's supply or an overhead tank; or the arrangement shown may be used. This comprises a plunger h entering a cylinder i under the influence of the tension springs j. The chambers a', the pipe f, and the cylinders having been filled with water from the inlet e, and clockwise direction being desired, the cock g<1> is closed and the cock g opened, whereupon, it is stated, rotation is obtained.
Patent GB-190908556-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Hot Water Heating Systems.
Inventor: KRELL OTTO
IPC: F24D3/04
Filed: 1909-04-08
Granted: 1909-08-19
Abstract: 8556. Krell, O. April 8. Heating buildings.-To heat the water in a lowpressure hot-water heating-system to a temperature higher than 100‹ C. without the formation of steam, the water in the system is subjected to an additional external pressure of such an amount that the pressure at the highest water-level in the system is greater than the steam pressure corresponding to the highest temperature arising in the system. The Figure shows the usual boiler a, flow and return pipes b, c respectively, and radiators d. Between a water-supply cock f and the boiler a, is provided a pressure cylinder h, which also acts as an expansion vessel. The cylinder h is provided with a loaded piston i, k, to give the necessary increase of pressure to the water in the system. Instead of the cylinder and piston, the additional pressure may be provided for by means of a pump or column of water connected to any suitable place in the system, or the system may be connected to a hydraulic main. By throwing out of action the apparatus for producing the additional pressure, the system may be used as an ordinary open lowpressure hot-water circulating-system.
Patent GB-190908768-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Paraffin Wax for Candles or other purposes.
Inventor: FINLAY ROBERT HUGH FORSYTHE
IPC: C11C5/00
Filed: 1909-04-13
Granted: 1909-09-30
Abstract: 8768. Finlay, R. H. F. April 13. Paraffin; candles.-Paraffin wax for making candles &c. is mixed with a small quantity of soda, potash, or other metallic soap. Stearine or other vehicle for the soap may be added.
Patent GB-190909094-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Electric Circuit Closers.
Inventor: KENNEDY-MCGREGOR JOHN ALEXANDE
IPC: H02P1/02
Filed: 1909-04-17
Granted: 1910-02-10
Abstract: 9094. McGregor, J. A. Kennedy-. April 17. Controllers, actuating and retarding mechanism for.-In a motor starter, the contact arm is compelled to move slowly from 'off' to on,' and the application of excessive force by the attendant frees the contact arm from the control of the operating-arm. The piston of the dash-pot A is coupled to an arm B mounted on the pivot C which carries the operating-arm D and the contact arm. A member d' pivoted to the arm D engages a detent e<1> on the contact arm, and is coupled with a spring plunger f, which carries a roller f<1> in contact with the arm B. When the arm D is moved slowly, the contact arm is operated through the coupling d<1>, e<1> to cut out resistance, but if the motion of the arm D he rapid the piston lags and operates the plunger f. This raises the member d' and disengages the contact arm. Both members of the coupling d', e' are provided with inclined faces d<2>, e<2> to permit ready re-engagement.
Patent GB-190909394-A (GB)
Title: A Process for the Manufacture of Acid and Fire Proof Bodies Consisting of Pure Silicic Anhydride.
Inventor: SCHLOSSBERG ISRAEL
IPC: C04B35/14
Filed: 1909-04-20
Granted: 1909-10-14
Abstract: 9394. Schlossberg, I. April 20. Plastic compositions.-Pure silica anhydride for the manufacture of acid- and fire - proof bodies is made by binding silica with soluble glass, moulding, saturating with fluosilicic acid, and roasting so as to remove the sodium silicofluoride or the mixture of sodium and silicon fluorides. In some cases the silicon fluoride is first removed at a temperature of 300-400‹ C., and the sodium fluoride subsequently at 900‹ C.
Patent GB-190913094-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Weighing Scales.
Inventor: SIMONSSON WILHELM
IPC: G01G19/04
Filed: 1909-06-03
Granted: 1910-02-17
Abstract: 13,094. Simonsson, W. June 3. Weighbridges. - Relates to apparatus for weighing railway vehicles, and consists in an arrangement whereby the machine may . be adjusted to weigh vehicles of different lengths. A pit 3 is provided between the rails, and contains a pair of levers 14 on which a rectangular platform-frame 4 is supported. The levers 14 are connected to a transverse lever 30, which is in turn connected to the counterbalancing and indicating means. The platform frame is steadied laterally by links 6, and supports, at one end, a stationary platform section 20, and at the other end, a platform section 24, Fig. 4, which may, by means of an electric motor 56 and suitable gearing, be traversed along the frame 4 to vary the distance between the two platform sections. Each section, as shown in Fig. 4, carries platform members 21, which may be simultaneously adjusted towards or away from the rails 1 by means of a suitable hand - lever. These platform members are adapted to bear under the flanges of the vehicle wheels and support the vehicle during.the weighing operation. In Fig. 9 is shown an electrical system whereby the motor 56 may be controlled to position correctly the platform section 24 for various lengths of vehicle. Conductors 112, 114 supply current to the field F of the motor 56 bv way of conductors 119, 120 and supply current to the motor armature A through a rheostat 116, shown in open circuit, and a reversing-switch 118. An electro-magnet 121, when energized, is adapted to retain, against spring pressure, the moving arm 115 of the rheostat over a contact 117. The motor 56 is connected, by means of gearing, to an arm 131, which is thus moved over contacts 133 corresponding to the lengths of the vehicles to be weighed. The moving arm is in electrical connexion with the field F, and the contacts 133 are connected to similar contacts 136 provided with an arm 138 conveniently situated for hand operation. In operation, the arm 138 is set over the contact corresponding to the length of the vehicle to be weighed, and the arm 115 is set over the contact 117 so as to be retained by the electro-magnet 121. As the motor rotates, the arm 131 is gradually moved over the contacts 133 until the circuit through one of the conductors 135, the arm 138, and an electro-magnet 140, is closed. The electromagnet 140 then attracts a conducting armature 144 and short-circuits the electro-magnet 121. The arm 115 is -thereupon released, and the current through the armature A is interrupted and the motor stopped. In a modification, the adjustable platform 24, Figs. 2 and 4, is replaced by a stationary section upon which are arranged end to end a number of pairs of the members 21 connected to one another and to the motor 56 by a system of links and gearing, so that any pair of members 21 may be'moved towards the rails ready to receive the flanges of the vehicle wheels, the remaining members being out of operation.
Patent GB-190913702-A (GB)
Title: A Process for the Rapid Preparation of Potable Water.
Inventor: COPLANS MYER
IPC: C02F1/52
Filed: 1909-06-11
Granted: 1910-07-11
Abstract: 13,702. Coplans. M. June 11. [Cognate Applications, 14,874/09, 21,135/09, and 27,155/09.] Liquids, purifying; filtering-media.-To remove suspended matter and dissolved gases from liquids, such as natural and mineral waters, sea-water, condensation water, sewage and waste water, trade effluents, and alcoholic liquids, a previously-formed inorganic colloidal substance is added, or reagents to form a colloid are added simultaneously, so that in either case a hydrosol is thoroughly distributed in the liquid and gives rise to a hydrogel which will envelope the impurities. The liquid is vigorously agitated to distribute the colloid, and the precipitate is allowed to settle or collect as scum, or it is separated centrifugally. Any colloidal hydrate or hydrosol of iron, alumina, metalumina, or silica, or colloidal forms of metals, or combinations of these may be used. When gases or very minute particles, such as dyestuffs, are to be removed from the liquid, powdered charcoal is added either before or with the colloid. A suitable hydrogel is produced by the addition of a powder consisting of calcium oxide, aluminium sulphate, and charcoal, the substances being sufficiently anhydrous to ensure that no reaction will take place before the mixture is used. Starch, kaolin, or magnesium oxide may be added to keep the powder dry. Suitable colloids are also obtained, by the interaction of ammonia, soda, potash, or lime with alum, alurninium sulphate, or a per-salt of iron. The hydrosol will usually be converted into hydrogel by agitation, but an electrolyte may be added to assist the transformation. Anti-precipitating substances, such as glue or gelatine present in the liquid, must be neutralized by means of sodium carbonate, tannin, or the like before the treatment with colloid. Free acid or alkali must also be neutralized. Liquid containing a large quantity of suspended matter may be subjected to preliminary centrifugal separation with or without the addition of alum, magnesium or aluminium sulphate, quinine, or potassium permanganate. The soluble salts in sea-water or hard water are previously rendered insoluble by treatment with sodium or potassium carbonate. According to Provisional Specification 27,155/09, a hydrogel produced as described may be placed as a filtering-medium on a supporting substance, such as sand, gravel, felt, or asbestos, or used as a floating layer in apparatus consisting of alternate weirs and baffle-plates. In Provisional Specification 14,874/09 it is stated that the hydrogel may be produced in situ in the upper layers of a filter. Provisional Specification 21,135/09 refers to the use of solutions of the carbonates, bi-carbonates, hydrates, and silicates of soda and potash as precipitants.
Patent GB-190916366-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Filling and Capping Machines.
Inventor: THOMPSON JESSE CALDWELL
IPC: B67C7/00
Filed: 1909-07-13
Granted: 1910-05-26
Abstract: 16,366. Thompson, J. C. July 13. Ftxed - chamber apparatus with several chambers. -Relates to a machine for filling paper receptacles with measured quantities of liquid and for capping them with paper disks stamped by the machine from strip material. The receptacles are mounted on a carrier 12, which is moved intermittently by a friction drive and stopped accurately at predetermined positions by a spring - controlled dog 23, Fig. 7, which engages stops 20 on the tray 17 of the carrier 12. The positions of rest are such that adjacent containers are brought accurately beneath the filling and capping devices respectively. Liquid is supplied from a tank 70, Fig. 3, by means of a slide valve 78, Fig. 9, to a series of measuring-vessels 71, Figs. 3 and 9, adjustable as to capacity by means of movable tops 72 having air-escape orifices controlled by ball float-valves 74, and having bottoms provided with spring-controlled outlet valves 85 adapted to be operated through link-work by a cam on the main shaft. The valve rod is connected to the link-work by a catch 90, which, in the position shown in Fig. 9, engages a lever 92. Mounted on the catch 90 is a wire 200 adapted to touch the container to be filled and so prevent the catch and lever from becoming disengaged. When there is no container in position, the catch slips out of engagement, and the valve is not operated.
Patent GB-190917222-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for use in the Process of Decorating Earthen and other Ware.
Inventor: FELL JOHN THOMAS
IPC: B28B11/00
Filed: 1909-07-24
Granted: 1910-07-14
Abstract: 17,222. Fell, J. T. July 24. Pottery surfaces, ornamenting.-Stencils used in the ornamentation of pottery &c. by means of aerographs, aero-styles, or other spraying-apparatus are mounted in such a manner as to allow of their removal and replacement on the article at any time during the process. The stencils are carried by flexible arms b, Fig. 1, or rods i, and tubes b, Fig. 2, formed with bosses h which are supported by sliding collars d or nuts g on a vertical rod c carried by a rotary table f. The article to be ornamented is preferably supported by an adjustable stand q, which may be mounted on the table f or on a fixed table or bed. In a modification, the arms b slide on an horizontal rod secured to the table of the apparatus ; a stop-rod may be provided for the arms to rest against when not in use
Patent GB-190920207-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Fire-arches for the Furnaces of the Locomotive Type of Boiler.
Inventor: CURRAN WILLIAM EDWARD
IPC: F23M3/00
Filed: 1909-09-03
Granted: 1910-08-18
Abstract: 20,207. Curran, W. E. Sept. 3. Baffles.-Locomotive fire-boxes are divided into two parts by an arch k having short flues c intersected by longitudinal air passages d. Air having free access from the ash-pit to the passages d, enters them with sufficient force to carry unburnt gases along with it, so that combustion takes place within the arch, which is thereby kept incandescent. As shown in Figs. 1 and 2, the arch is formed of four sections each composed of blocks b, the sections being kept in place by key-pieces r, and the side sections being supported by a cast-iron bar s. The blocks are of different lengths so that the joints in adjoining sections are in different planes. To provide access to the tube-plate n, some of the blocks may be arranged to be lifted, or the two central columns may be discontinued at the fire-door end, the opening through the arch being normally closed by a removable plate t. Air from the ash-pit passes to the passages d through channels u<1> behind a wall u which supports the ends of the bars s. This wall may be of cast iron and formed with webs separating the passages u<1>, or it may be of refractory material, and is supported by a baseplate e. The lower end of the arch may be formed without flues c so as to prevent air and furnace gases from short-circuiting into the smoke-tubes, and an additional supply of air may be passed to the upper ends of the side sections of the arch through hollow pillars v which may also support the ends of the bars s. Specification 20,345/08 is referred to.
Patent GB-190922733-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Cooling and Reciprocating Appliances for Cream Cooling Vats, Tanks or the like.
Inventor: DOWNS SAM
IPC: A23G9/22
Filed: 1909-10-05
Granted: 1910-08-11
Abstract: 22,733. Downs, S., Ewing, M., Kilpatrick, P., and Engineering and Foundry Co., [trading as The Parrett and Axe Vales Dairy Co., and as The Engineering & Foundry Co.]. Oct. 5. Serpentine-tube apparatus. - In a creamcooling vat &c., a reciprocating cooling-coil consists of a long length of solid-drawn copper tube forming a zigzag sectional or continuous jointless coil which is attached by clips or hangers to a carrying-frame. Leakage of brine is thus obviated by dispensing with soldered joints. The ends of the sections may be connected by clips C, the screw-threaded arms W of which fit into bosses on the arms D of the frame. The joints are outside the edge of the vat. The outer ends of the cross-shaft E of the frame are fitted with levers F, to which are connected levers e pivoted at e<1>. The frame is connected by a rod I to a toothed wheel M mounted on an arm N on a rotating shaft. The teeth on the wheel M are always in gear with the teeth of a fixed rack M<Î> bolted to a hollow disk L so that the frame is reciprocated. The coil may be arranged with the straight parts horizontal or vertical. The bends may be kept rigid by strips of metal soldered thereto. Specification 21,969/04, [Class 29, Cooling &c.], is referred to.