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Patent GB-191018670-A (GB)
Title: A Railway Traffic Protecting Device.
IPC: B61L21/06
Filed: 1910-08-08
Granted: 1910-09-29
Abstract: 18,670. Siemens & Halske Akt.-Ges. Aug. 27, 1909, [Convention date]. Visual outdoor signals; track apparatus actuating signals other than on trains. - A semaphore is moved to and held in the safety and danger positions when lowering and lifting magnets, respectively, are energized. The circuits of these magnets are under the control of a supervisory magnet, and are closed when this is energized and de-energized respectively. The circuit of the latter magnet is completed by means of the constant movement of a supervisory appliance, which may be controlled from a track circuit and the semaphore is maintained at safety position only when the supervisory appliance is in operation. For example, it may be completed between a terminal 9 and the casing of a rotary pump 1 by a stream of mercury flowing from a chamber 3 to which a wheel 14 raises it. The pump is actuated by a ratchet gear 16, 19 under the influence of an electro-magnet 21, which receives an intermittent current from brushes bearing upon rings on the shaft of a motor. An insulated track-rail is included in the circuit of the magnet 21, and when a train, by its presence on the rail, short-circuits the magnet, the pump is rendered inoperative. To protect the pump against operation by stray alternating currents, it may be operated alternatively by polarized magnets and pawls engaging differential gear so arranged that, if either pawl is in operation alone, the pump is operative, but, if the two pawls are equally in operation, their effects neutralize one another.
Patent GB-191018934-A (GB)
Title: Packing Machine for Plants.
Inventor: HERLITSCHKA KARL
IPC: B65B27/08
Filed: 1910-08-11
Granted: 1911-04-27
Abstract: 18,934. Herlitschka, K. Aug. 11. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Parcelling by bundling.-A machine for bundling plants and trees comprises a series of receiver arms 6 with studs 7. The plants &c. are placed in the arms. Gall chains 13 are placed over them, and traction chains 11 are attached by hooks 12. On winding-up a chainwheel 10 by means of a winch, the plants &c. are compressed suitably for tying-up. The larger part of the bearing-block 3 is fixed and the smaller part is removable. A shaft 9 common to all the traction chains, of which there is a series, is placed beneath the bearing-blocks.
Patent GB-191021955-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Means for Indicating the Training of Guns.
Filed: 1910-09-21
Granted: 1911-08-31
Abstract: 21,955. Evershed & Vignoles, and Kilroy, W. D. Sept. 21. Naval mountings; turrets.-Relates to training-indicators for indicating the position of a turret, or turrets, with reference to the ship's deck, to one another, and to other objects. The invention consists in the employment of scale models of the turrets and guns, and of other objects adjacent to the guns, for visually indicating the exact training positions of the turrets with reference to one another and to the ship's fittings &c. at any instant. One of the models is shown in Fig. 4. In one form of the indicator - controlling apparatus, the spindle z, Fig. 2, of each of the model turrets 2, 2<a> is connected by multiplying-gearing y, x with a spindle w on which is mounted, astatically, two needles v which are caused to rotate by a rotating magnetic field set up by two sets of coils u<1>, u<2> at right-angles. The coils are in parallel circuits, and the resistances in the two circuits are varied to produce the rotating field by a rheostat rotated by the turret through multiplying-gearing, with the result that the models exactly copy the movements of the turrets. Each of the electric systems is caused to operate the model of its own turret in the turret, and in adjacent turrets, and in any other desired positions on the ship. In the event of current failure, electromagnets 3, 3<a> in the circuits of the coils u<1>, u<2> are de-energized and release an arm 4, which, under the action of a spring 6, acts upon a cam 7 on the spindle z and sets the model on that spindle to the central position, while the disappearance of a disk connected with the arm 4 from an aperture 26 in the base of the indicator denotes current failure. The electric circuits can be restored again only when the turret is trained through the central position, in which position a rotary synchronizing- switch operated by the turret is caused to close the circuit of an electro-magnet, and attract the arm of the switch controlling the circuits of the coils u<1>, u<2>. When the current is restored, the switch-controlling electro-magnet is energized by a shunt, and the switches remain closed. A switch controlled by the " hand securing-bolt " of the turret may be introduced into the main circuit.
Patent GB-191022938-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating of Trusses.
Inventor: KNOX JAMES RUGELS
IPC: A61F5/32
Filed: 1910-10-04
Granted: 1911-03-16
Abstract: 22,938. Knox, J. R. Oct. 4. Trusses. - In a truss the pad and carrier are mounted so as to permit universal movement of the pad. The pad 1 is provided with a headed and preferably screwthreaded stem 10, which passes through a larger hole 11 in the carrier 2 and bears loosely against a washer 12. On the stem is mounted freely a ring 15 having ball bearings 14, 17 between it, the carrier 2, and a loosely mounted washer 18. The carrier is pivoted to a supporting-member 3 by a screw 4, and is secured in the desired position by a screw 7. The body belt is passed through a slot 8 in the member 3.
Patent GB-191024003-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electromagnetic Relays.
IPC: H01H50/32
Filed: 1910-10-17
Granted: 1911-09-28
Abstract: 24,003. Siemens Bros. & Co., and Ferreira, L. de M. G. Oct. 17. Electro-magnetic switches.- Relates to electro - magnetic switches of the type wherein two electro - magnets, acting alternately, unlock a n d actuate two linked sets of contacts, one set being opened and the other closed at each operation, after which the contacts are locked and the active electro-magnet cut-out. The two sets of contacts are carried respectively on two longitudinally movable rods g<1>, g<2> linked by an upper pivoted bar y and a lower pivoted bar s. In operation, one of the electro-magnets a<1> attracts an armature attached to the frame c by a spring hinge d and strikes a pivoted rod n, which first causes a sidelong displacement of a latch e' and then impinging on a pin q<2> of the lever s, raises the contacts on the side g<2> and depresses those on the side g<1>. The displacement of the latch e<1> causes a spring contact j<1> to make connexion at v<1> for the other electro-magnet. The latch e<2> locks on the contacts of the side g<2>, the spring contact j<2> opening the circuit of the electromagnet which has just operated. The electromagnets are preferably of the kind described in Specification 19,971/10, [Class 35, Dynamoelectric generators &c.]. The invention may be applied in the working of railway signals.
Patent GB-191026670-A (GB)
Title: Rotary Blotters.
Inventor: SCHMIDT HERMANN WEISSBARTH
IPC: B43L17/08
Filed: 1910-11-16
Granted: 1911-02-23
Abstract: 26,670. Schmidt, H. W. Nov. 16. Blotting - appliances.-A rotary blotter consists of a cylinder formed in halves f, f<1> hinged together at g, and containing a roll a of blotting-paper mounted upon a spindle b, which passes through the cylinder and carries a stirrup d provided with a handle e. The blotting-paper is passed round outside a layer of felt l or the like which covers the cylinder, and its end is clipped between the edges of the halves of the cylinder, which are secured in the closed position by fastenings such as k.
Patent GB-191028714-A (GB)
Title: Counter Apparatus for Displaying and Supplying Beer.
Inventor: WALTER THOMAS CLAUDE
IPC: B67D1/06
Filed: 1911-01-19
Granted: 1911-04-13
Abstract: 28,714. Walter, T. C. Jan. 19, 1911. Dispensing liquids.- Relates to apparatus for dispensing beer, and consists in providing a transparent displaying- receiver supported on a counter, having admission and discharge pipes connected to the lower end and a check valve and a non-return air valve at the upper end. The admission and discharge pipes are preferably arranged one within the other. A glass cylinder a is supported between a head band a base c mounted on a standard e provided with a flange f adapted to be secured to a counter. At the lower end of the standard e is screwed a socket piece g provided with a screwthreaded passage h for connexion to a tap. The passage h leads to an inner pipe i, and a lower passage k, connected to a barrel, leads to an annular passage between the pipe i and the standard e. Beer is forced up this annular passage into the cylinder a, the air therein being forced out through a non-return valve m provided in a plug l, until the liquid reaches a float check valve consisting of a rubber ball o in a cage n, which prevents escape of liquid. The liquid is supplied to the customer through the pipe i when the tap is opened. The valve m may be provided with a handle and so constructed that it may be lifted by hand to obtain a faster flow.
Patent GB-191029692-A (GB)
Title: Indicator of Revolutions Expressed in Money-value at a Rate per Unit Adapted to be Varied.
Inventor: LOWNE ROBERT MANN
IPC: G07F15/08
Filed: 1910-12-21
Granted: 1911-03-30
Abstract: 29,692. Lowne, R. M. Dec. 21. Counters, arrangements of. -A counting - apparatus for gas-meters or the like is fitted with rate - changing means which can be changed by an authorized person without access to the internal mechanism. A set of changewheels e is mounted on a sleeve c on a shaft b driven by a pinion a<1> from the meter, gearing with a pinion b<1> loose on the spindle b, but having a rod b<2> attached which passes easily through flanges on the sleeve c and the change-wheels. A spring f, acting against a thrustplate f<1>, thrusts the set of change-wheels outwards to a position defined by a distance-piece m which engages the end of the spindle that projects through the casing. A gas-tight cap n covers the socket k containing the distance - piece and may be locked or sealed. The pinion e in use gears with the end wheel of a train, carried in a pivoted yoke i, the last wheel of which drives the monetary counter. The yoke is raised to disengage the gear, when the distance-piece is removed, by means of a bent lever p, p<1> one arm of which engages a stirrup q hanging on the yoke arm, while the other engages a pin r which slides in a hole in the casing so as to abut against the cap n. A spring o presses the pin outwards. Zeroizing-mechanism. - The counter is zeroized by pinions on a spindle u, which can be rocked to engage them with crown-wheels t on the counter. Pins w on the counter spindles engage stops x on the zeroizing-spindle frame in the zero position. The external cap covering a milled operating-head on the spindle u is so positioned as to secure disengagement of the pinions and crown-wheels t before the cap can be replaced.
Patent GB-191030001-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cutlery Polishing Machines.
Inventor: HEMMING CARL HENRY
IPC: B24B19/00
Filed: 1910-12-24
Granted: 1911-09-07
Abstract: 30,001. Hemming, C. H. Dec. 24. Disk and wheel apparatus.-A machine for polishing cutlery is constructed with two buffing- wheels on parallel shafts carried by rocking arms. The wheels are automatically brought together to engage opposite sides of the knifeblade, which is moved to and fro between them. The wheels 1, 2, are carried by rocking arms 5, 6, moved towards each other at the appropriate time by a cam 17 on a cam shaft 18 engaging a roller 16 mounted on one arm 6, the arms being connected through links 19, 20, 21; when the wheels are together, the arm 6 is locked by a latch 24 until disengaged on the completion of the process by a cam 28. The knife i$carried on a slide 47, being held with its edge upwards by a fork which is disengaged from it by the inward movement of the slide. The slide is moved inwards by a lever arm 50 operated from a cam 53, and on its return stroke is raised to present the lower part of the blade to the polishing-wheels by a lever 66, 67 moved by a cam 74. A lever 75 moves the belt to the fast pulley 81 for starting the machine, which is automatically stopped by the escape of a pin 83 from a scroll 85 allowing the belt-shipper to remove the belt to the loose pulley.
Patent GB-191101686-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Steam Generators Fitted with Superheaters.
Inventor: BOLTON ANDREW
IPC: F22G5/04
Filed: 1911-01-23
Granted: 1911-06-08
Abstract: 1686. Bolton, A. Jan. 23. Dampers for controlling superheaters. - The flow of gases through the superheater c is controlled by a single damper d mounted on a rod f and arranged in an inclined position, as shown.
Patent GB-191105776-A (GB)
Title: Balancing Thrust in Rotating Shafts.
Inventor: GAULDIE KENNETH
IPC: F04D29/04
Filed: 1910-08-27
Granted: 1911-05-18
Abstract: 5776. Gauldie, K. Aug. 27, 1910. Balancing moving parts.-Variable end-thrust in either direction along the shafts of turbine machines &c. is balanced by fluid - pressure devices comprising the arrangement, face to face, at some distance apart on the shaft k, of two balance disks b, between which the balancing-fluid is supplied under pressure, and at the peripheries of which a stationary throttling- ring a is so placed relatively to the two disks that it throttles the discharge of the balancing- fluid into two variable-pressure chambers c<1>, c<11> ou opposite sides of the disks, in a variable manner in accordance with the position of the shaft. The pressure-compensating effect of the chambers c c<11> is increased by throttling also the discharge therefrom in a variable manner by means of throttling-rings e, f. The whole or part of the pressure necessary for the balancing-fluid may be produced by the impeller action of the rotating disks. Fig. 2 shows a self-contained balancing-device in which the disks and their separating-vanes act as centrifugal impellers for generating the necessary pressure. A coiled water-cooling tube z, or radiating ribs, may be provided, and air-cocks p to allow the escape of trapped air. To prevent leakage along the shaft, a vane-wheel q is fitted thereon. Where there is a normal axial thrust in one direction, or where there are large variations of thrust in both directions, ordinary balance pistons may be used in combination with these devices. The throttling-ring a may have a wedge - shaped cross - section. Specifications 19,986/10, which describes balancing-devices of similar construction, and 11,869/08, which describes balancing-devices in which the axial movements of a piston with the shaft control the flow and pressure of the fluid on its opposite sides, are referred to.
Patent GB-191109546-A (GB)
Title: Non-skidding Tread for Wheel Tyres.
Inventor: SCHMIDT CARL
IPC: B60C11/16
Filed: 1911-04-19
Granted: 1912-05-20
Abstract: 9546. Schmidt, C. April 19. [Addition to 21,906/10.] Tread bands, projections, and surfaces.-Relates to tread plates which are vulcanized on the tvre, as described in the parent Specification. The plates a, which may be arranged in one or more circumferential rows and connected by metal links, have projecting rivets g partly recessed in the plates and secured by washers e vulcanized in the tyre. The edges of the plates are bevelled. In a modification, Fig. 4, the plates have integral projections d, and the heads of the rivets are flush with the plates. A layer of suitable material may be placed between the plates and the tyre, and pairs of superposed plates separated by rubber may be employed. The plates are shaped to fit the surface of the tyre.
Patent GB-191109809-A (GB)
Title: Improved Process for Preserving Meat.
Inventor: AHRENS OTTO LUDWIG
IPC: A23B4/033
Filed: 1911-04-22
Granted: 1911-09-21
Abstract: 9809. Ahrens, O. L. April 22. [Addition to 14,643/10.] Preserving meat.-Meat preserved according to the process described in the parent Specification is placed in a vessel which is then filled with fat at about 150‹ C. The fat is subsequently displaced by carbon dioxide or other neutral gas.
Patent GB-191110854-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cigarette Holders and the like.
Inventor: CORKE NORMAN RICHARD
IPC: A24F13/08
Filed: 1911-07-04
Granted: 1911-11-30
Abstract: 10,854. Corke, N. R. July 4. Cigar and cigarette holders.-In cigar and cigarette holders of the type having a screwthread formed in the tapered part of the holder, the screw-thread d is of the buttress or trapezoidal kind having the perpendicular faces e of the thread directed inwardly.
Patent GB-191114322-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ratchet Winches.
Inventor: TREWHELLA BENJAMIN HOSKING
IPC: B66D1/06
Filed: 1911-06-16
Granted: 1911-10-12
Abstract: 14,322. Trewhella, B. H., [Trewhella Bros.]. June 16. Ratchet gearing, described in connexion with a winch. Fig. 4 shows a detail of the ratchet gear. Ratchet teeth i<1> are operated by a pair of pawls m, which are pivoted on either side of the axis of an oscillating member l and are pressed down on the teeth by springs m<1> mounted on a shaft o. This shaft also carries projections o' which are adapted to engage inclines on the pawls m and lift them out of gear. Normally, the shaft is prevented from rotating by a catch; when this is released, if there is no strain on the winch rope and both pawls are therefore free, they are lifted out of gear, and the ratchet-wheel can be rotated so as to unwind the rope. If, however, there is a load on one of the pawls, and the member l is oscillated, the free pawl is raised and slips over a tooth until it takes the load, the other pawl is then free and is raised and the wheel thus rotates step by step in the unwinding direction.
Patent GB-191116734-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Manufacture of Cores and Moulds of any Desired Cross Section for Casting Purposes.
Inventor: KURZE WILHELM
IPC: B22C7/06
Filed: 1911-07-20
Granted: 1912-04-25
Abstract: 16,734. Kurze, W. June 29, [Convention date]. Core-making; moulding-machines. - Cores and moulds of any desired cross-section are produced by strickling in apparatus employing special templet mechanism. The strickle 21 is mounted by rollers 22 on braced arms 18, 19 rotatable round the core-bar 12, and is held in contact with templets 15, 16 by weights 25. As applied to the production of moulds, a bar 12 is mounted within the mould space, and the strickle 22 is kept against internal templets 26, 27 by weights and levers 30. The arms 18, 19 may revolve upon or with the bar 12.
Patent GB-191117458-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Haulage Clips for Colliery and like Rope Haulage Railways.
Inventor: BLUNDELL JOHN WILLIAM
IPC: B61B12/12
Filed: 1911-08-01
Granted: 1912-07-18
Abstract: 17,458. Blundell, J. W., and Hemsley, A. Aug. 1. Rope grips.-A haulage clip for colliery and like haulage ways comprises parallel arms B fitted at their lower ends with gripping-jaws A and mounted so as to swing on a transverse shaft D, the jaws being opened and closed by a slide L operated by a link N and crank 0 secured to the shaft D. The jaws are forced together by wedge surfaces M<1> on a plate M secured to the slide L, the arms B being of spring metal to allow this movement, or the jaws may be pivoted to the arms B. A stop Q limits the upward movement of the slide L so that further rotation of the shaft D raises the arms B, which may be balanced by weights K, to the position indicated in dotted lines. A cross-pin P prevents the jaws from falling too low. The bracket F in which the shaft D is mounted may be attached to the draw-bar of the wagon, or, as shown, it may be swung on a longitudinal pivot G so as to allow transverse freedom of movement to the clip. The shaft D is rotated by a hand-crank, or arms thereon may be arranged to engage stops on the permanent way.
Patent GB-191118922-A (GB)
Title: A Method of Binding Together the Turns and Layers of Coils or Windings.
Inventor: ALEXANDER ALBERT EDGAR
IPC: H01F41/04
Filed: 1910-12-06
Granted: 1911-12-06
Abstract: 18,922. Alexander, A. E., [Anderson Winding Machine Co.]. Dec. 6, 1910. Cops.-Consists in a method for binding together the layers of coils or windings, such as those used in electrical apparatus. The winding may be carried out on a mandrel as described in Specification 18,919/11, [Class 120 (ii), Spinning, twisting, &c.], comprising filler blocks 92 and end plates 79, 87 having one or more slots for the passage of tying-bands. The winding is started on strips of paper or fabric 180, which are passed through the slots at positions between the corners of the coil. A strip 181 is placed around the first turn, preferably at each corner of the coil, and is held down by about half of the turns of the first layer, after which its ends are bent back and the first layer is completed, strips 182 being placed around the last turn. The ends of the strips 181 are then turned over and, together with the strips 182, are secured by the turns of the second layer of the coil. The ends of the strips 180 are finally bent outwards as shown in dotted lines at 183 and are secured by the outermost turns of the coil. Binding-strips similar to those at 181, 182 may be used on the outer turns of each layer, but usually it is sufficient to place them at about every fourth or fifth layer.
Patent GB-191119655-A (GB)
Title: A New Construction of Hook with a Recessed-washer Locking Device.
Inventor: FREEMAN DAVID WISWOULD
IPC: F16G17/00
Filed: 1911-09-04
Granted: 1912-08-01
Abstract: 19,655. Freeman, D. W. Sept. 4. Hooks, closed.-A hook of the kind in which a notched locking disk is used comprises two hook members A, D, Fig. 1, pivoted at C. The locking-disk G with a notch H is mounted on a pivot F at right-angles to the pivot C. The device may be adapted for use as a snap hook by fitting a suitable spring to it. Fig. 6 shows a modification comprising two hooks in line; one is shown open and the other closed.
Patent GB-191120871-A (GB)
Title: Improved Means for Facilitating the Flow of Liquids from Casks and other Closed Containers.
Inventor: HIBBERT GEORGE
IPC: B65D51/16
Filed: 1911-09-21
Granted: 1912-07-18
Abstract: 20,871. Hibbert, G. Sept. 21. Direct air-pressure apparatus, non-automatic.-In order to facilitate the flow of liquids from casks and other closed containers, air is pumped through a nipple F of a casting A provided with a tapered threaded extension B, and past a non-return valve E. A safety-valve G is provided, the valve stem of which is fitted with a projection or eyelet G<4>, so that it may be operated by hand, and with a projection which mav be engaged with a suitable shoulder to retain the valve in an open position. The valve spring may be adjusted by a nut G<2>.
Patent GB-191126026-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Pulley Blocks or the like.
IPC: B66D3/04
Filed: 1911-11-21
Granted: 1912-04-18
Abstract: 26,026. Great Central Co-operative Engineering and Ship Repairing Co., and Efford, E. Nov. 21. Pulley-blocks.-A pulley-block comprises two plate metal cheeks a provided with reinforcing- ribs b formed with bosses e which are adapted to receive and support bosses formed on the sheave c. A bolt f serves to hold the cheeks together. Oilways g are provided for lubricating, and also oilways h for use when the block is inverted and forms the lower block of a tackle.