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Patent GB-189708161-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Nut Tapping Machines.
Inventor: WEISS GEORGE
Filed: 1897-03-30
Granted: 1897-06-05
Abstract: 8161. Weiss, G. March 30. Tapping.-Machines for tapping nuts are provided with a number of tap-carrying spindles B, arranged in a circle, and driven alternately in opposite directions at different speeds by the bevel pinion C' and the compound wheel C<2> gearing with pinions b on the various spindles B from a shaft C, with fast and loose belt pulleys c, c' and c<2>, c<3>. The nut blanks are placed in a hopper E, divided i n t o compartments b y radial partitions, and rotated intermittently by a pawl engaging the r a t c h e t - wheel e<2> to bring each compartment over an opening at e<1> in the stationary bottom plate E'. The blanks drop on a rapidly-rotating plate F, and are thrown against the outer wall f<2>, catches or projections on which guide the blanks into the shoots F<1> situated above each spindle. The lowest blanks are pushed between a spring finger and a support above each spindle by slides G operated by a special cam H, oscillated alternately in opposite directions by an arm on a shaft D<1> striking stops on a rod, a roller on which engages a slot in a plate secured to the cam. This sliding rod also carries stops or projections which strike an arm and oscillate the shaft which actuates the pawl and ratchet mechanism at e<2>. The shaft D<1> is alternately rotated in opposite directions by worm gearing d<2>, d<3> from the shaft C, and the worm -wheel d<3> carries stops d<4>, d<5> for operating the belt-shifting mechanism D, d, d' for reversing the direction of rotation of the shaft C and spindles B. The spindles B are fed up for traversing by a screwed sleeve B<2> on each spindle working in part nuts b<2> supported in brackets B<1>. The nuts b<2> may be attached to blocks b<1> by pins which will shear if the tap meets an obstruction. The nuts b<2> may be held in place by springs b<6>, bevelled pieces b<5> and catches b<4> entering recesses in the nuts, which are forced downwards when the tap meets an obstruction. The spindles drop on to studs b<8>, and when the spindles are reversed the part nuts are forced back into place. The slides G are also constructed in two parts connected by a spring catch g<4>, which yields if the feed of the blanks is obstructed. The tapped nuts are pushed aside by the succeeding blanks and fall into a receptacle A<2> with perforated partitions for separating the nuts, chips, and oil. The oil is collected in chambers a<10> and circulated by a pump L through a pipe l<1> to the taps and blanks.
Patent GB-189710437-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Devices for Cutting Picture Mounts and the like.
Inventor: MURDOCH WILLIAM HENRY
Filed: 1897-04-27
Granted: 1897-05-29
Abstract: 10,437. Murdoch, W. H. April 27. Cutting-machines for paper &c.-Relates to an apparatus for cutting picture mounts. The material is clamped between a base A and a longitudinal rod B, which is carried by spring rods b, is held down during the cutting operation by means of a stirrup b<2>, into which the foot of the operator is placed, and is graduated along its front edge so that the length of the cut may be regulated. There is also a guide-bar C at right-angles to the line of the cut to be made, and this is fitted with a slide c for engaging with the edge of the material. The cutter is carried in a holder F, which may be adjusted according to the bevel required, and is mounted in a carriage e<1> which is slid by means of a handle e between adjustable stops on a longitudinal rod D. The rod D engages in slotted or enlarged apertures in the ends a of the apparatus, and is normally pressed forwards against the front edges of those apertures by springs H. When the inclined knife is inserted into the material, the carriage e<1> and rod D are forced backwards against the action of the springs H until the knife is fully inserted, after which the parts are prevented from moving during the traverse of the cutter by means of a hand-operated cam engaging with a projection on the end a.
Patent GB-189710542-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Cleaning and Polishing Composition.
Inventor: DOUGHTY EDWARD CHAPMAN
Filed: 1897-04-27
Granted: 1898-04-23
Abstract: 10,542. Doughty, E. C. April 27. Polishing-pastes.-Spirit, oil, vinegar, varnish, and butter of antimony are mixed together in stated proportions. The composition is applicable for cleaning and polishing metal, furniture, leather, or enamel.
Patent GB-189711351-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or Relating to Machines for Washing and Cleansing Bottles and Similar Vessels.
Inventor: LAPOINTE GEORGES CHARLES
Filed: 1897-05-06
Granted: 1898-03-05
Abstract: 11,351. Lapointe, G. C. May 6. Cleaning bottles &c.-The bottles or like vessels are held between spring clamps g, g<1> and adjustable conical cups f<1>. Water is discharged through the pipes c, c<1>, and the bottles are brushed by spring arms attached to the rotating spindles c<4>, c<5>. The bottleholding parts are secured to the tubular piece h<3>, which has an internal projection engaging with a right and left handed screw thread (which according to the Provisional Specification may vary in pitch) on an inner rotating shaft, so that the bottles are raised to a certain height and then lowered so as to be brushed all over the internal surface. Suitable mechanism is described for automatically stopping the machine at proper intervals. When the bottles are lifted off, the springs u catch in the mouth and lift the sheaths over the brushing-arms.
Patent GB-189713441-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Valves for Pneumatic Tyres and the like.
Inventor: GUTHRIE THOMAS
Filed: 1897-06-01
Granted: 1898-04-09
Abstract: 13,441. Guthrie, T. June 1. Tyres, pneumatic. -An inflating- valve for pneumatic tyres and other inflatable articles is shown in section in Fig. 1. The sleeve 4, provided with the usual nozzle 6 for receiving either the dust cap 7 or the inflator, screws on to the casing 1, which is directly connected with the air chamber 2. The rubber or like valve 11 normally has the position shown, but when air is being forced in, it rests against the end of the piece 8 screwed into the sleeve 4, so that the air passes consecutively through the tubes 17, 13, 10, 9, 20 to the air chamber 2. Airtight joints are made by the washers 14, 15, 18, deflation being obtained by slightly unscrewing the sleeve 4. In a modification, the piece 8 is fixed in the casing 1. The end of the casing 1 is flanged to receive a rubber tube 21 having an extension 22 to which the air chamber is solutioned or similarly fixed. The valve is held by the nut 25 and a conical part 23, which is flattened along two of its sides to prevent rotation.
Patent GB-189716028-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Water-tube Steam Generators or Boilers.
Inventor: DUPONT ADOLPHE FRANCOIS EUGENE
Filed: 1897-07-06
Granted: 1897-11-20
Abstract: 16,028. Dupont, A. F. E. July 6. Water-tube boilers.-Fig. 1 shows inside elevation the general arrangement of boiler. Fig. 7 shows an elevation and Fig. 9 a plan of the vaporizing elements. From the steam and water drum 0 depend a series of close-ended vertical chambers V, and from the lower water drum Q rise similar water chambers R. These chambers are in communication with each other by sets of vaporizing- tubes such as S, U and S', U<1>, which cross the furnace space, their ends being suitably coupled by end-boxes T. Cold water descends from the drum 0 through the downcasts P and enters the chambers R. Thence the water passes into the vaporizing-tubes, and circulates as water or steam through the uptakes V to the upper drum.
Patent GB-189716867-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cooking Ovens and the like.
Inventor: QUENOT LOUIS JOSEPH
Filed: 1897-07-16
Granted: 1898-06-18
Abstract: 16,867. QuÚnot, L. J. Jan. 16, [date claimed under Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Cooking-stoves; ovens.-Ovens are provided with revoluble spits and with a door having a transparent panel. Fig. 1 shows one arrangement, partly in section. The spit, which consists of a frame a, b, c, d, is fitted with prongs f, h on adjustable rods and has a shaft supported on bearings p and fitting in a sleeve k which is rotated by gearing driven by a suitable motor R. A bell may be fitted to give a signal when the mechanism runs down. The oven may also be fitted with a rotary table C driven by spur or chain gearing from the motor. The table may be fitted with an arched rod from which the joint &c. may be suspended, the spit being first removed. In a modified form, the joint is suspended from a rod which passes through an opening in the top of the oven, and is rotated by a suitable motor. The glass panel in the door is protected by a metal grating.
Patent GB-189716890-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Method of and Apparatus for Enriching Coal Gas.
Inventor: WHITELEY RICHARD HENRY
Filed: 1897-07-16
Granted: 1897-12-04
Abstract: 16,890. Whiteley, R. H., and Ellis, W. July 16. Carburetting.-Coal gas is enriched by bringing it into contact with the hot or heated tar from the hydraulic main in such a manner that the gas will take up the more volatile hydrocarbons from the tar. For this purpose the gas may be passed on its way from the hydraulic main to the condensers through an agitator, by means of which the tar is broken up into fine spray. Such an apparatus may consist of a number of sheet-iron discs C<4>, threaded on a spindle C<3>, and mounted in a casing D having an inlet C<1> on one side and an outlet C<2> on the other ; or a jet spraying-device may be employed.
Patent GB-189720572-A (GB)
Title: Generating of Ozone and Apparatus therefor.
Inventor: LEIGH HENRY HARRINGTON
Filed: 1897-09-07
Granted: 1898-09-03
Abstract: 20,572. Leigh, H. H., [Abraham, H., and Marmier, L.]. Sept. 7 Ozone. - Relates to apparatus for producing ozone, specially devised for preventing the electrodes from getting hot, and the dielectrics from being pierced by sparks. The electrodes E are flat, circular, or rectangular metal casings, supported by insulating cross-pieces I, C on brackets B carried by the frame A. A series of these electrodes is employed, with a dielectric plate D between each pair. Each alternate electrode is metallically connected up to the same hole. Air is passed through openings Z and, passing between or along the electrodes and the dielectric plates, may escape through the pipe T. Each electrode is connected to a tube f leading from a main water supply F, and also with a tube g leading to a return water tube G. To prevent the circulation of the water from affecting the insulation, the water either going to or leaving the electrodes is passed from a non-insulated to an insulated reservoir in drops, or through siphons. The current employed is one of high frequency, the electric devices being arranged as shown in Fig. 6, where K is the alternating-current dynamo, L the high-potential transformer, M the poles of the ozonizer, and N a deflagrator or spark gap, which is the essential feature of this part of the invention, and between the balls of which a strong current of air or steam is directed. This may be the entire arrangement, but, in some cases, a weaker or auxiliary ozonizer may be inserted directly in a shunt at M<1>, or indirectly.by means of a second transformer L<1>.
Patent GB-189729062-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for the Manufacture of Electric Cables.
Inventor: SMITH WILLOUGHBY STATHAM
Filed: 1897-12-08
Granted: 1898-10-08
Abstract: 29,062. Smith, W. S., and Granville, W. P. Dec. 8. Cables.-Solid or airspace insulated conductors are twisted into a cable with the strands forming sectors. In the case of a cable formed of two strands, two reels of conductors are mounted on to an ordinary twisting - table which carries on its upper part four rings e, f, g, h. The ring e has a central guide-opening. The ring f carries two pairs of facing- rollers, one f<1> of each pair being grooved while the other is cylindrical. The ring g has a pair of rollers provided with guiding-discs g<2> on their adjacent edges to bring the flat parts of the strands together. The ring h has a pair of grooved rollers h<1> to form the two semicircular strands into a circular table. The various pairs of rollers are set at suitable angles to form the twist.
Patent GB-189729926-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Resilient Wheels.
Inventor: TILL THOMAS
Filed: 1897-12-17
Granted: 1898-11-05
Abstract: 29,926. Till, T., and Rowley, S. H. Dec. 17. Spring wheels; axle-boxes; dust excluders; hubs. -A spring wheel is shown in sectional elevation in Fig. 1. The fixed axle A is encircled by an axlebox C having radial arms D, the outer ends of which protrude through apertures in the hub F. These apertures are formed between two parts composing the hub, which are connected by means of lugs f and screw bolts g, and the screw bolts are connected to the outer ends of the arms D by springs E and adjusting-nuts h<1>. The spokes G are secured to hub flanges on each side of the springs, and the ends of the hub and the springs may have dust-excluding casings.
Patent GB-189800500-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Spectacles or the like.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1898-01-07
Granted: 1898-12-10
Abstract: 500. Thompson, W. P., [Marshutz, S. G.]. Jan. 7. Spectacles.- The ends of the wings a are bent downwards and formed with conical, pearshaped, or other bulbs c, adjustable, if desired, to fit between the head and the upper part of the ear and retain the spectacles in place.
Patent GB-189800809-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Automatic Calling Devices for Telephone Exchanges.
Inventor: THOMPSON WILLIAM PHILLIPS
Filed: 1898-01-11
Granted: 1898-03-19
Abstract: 809. Thompson, W. P., [Strowger Automatic Telephone Exchange]. Jan. 11. Telephone calls-Calling-apparatus by which a subscriber can select any subscriber wanted on an automatic telephone exchange. The Figures show front and back views of the apparatus. A finger disc C is mounted on the front end of a tubular shaft which on its inner end carries an escapement disc D with pins G corresponding to the numbers on the disc C. A coiled spring F holds the disc in its normal position and allows it to slowly return, under the action of the escapement lever H, after it has been moved through any predetermined angle. The slow return at the same time operates the spring switch I to send a number of impulses through the lever P to line corresponding to the number of pins G. The disc D carries a pawl L which, whenever the disc is moved from its normal position, operates the ratchet-wheel K through the space of one tooth only. The wheel K has a coiled spring to return it to its normal position when released by the detent pawl M, being withdrawn on hanging up the telephone. The wheel K carries a series of conducting and insulating pins which, by engaging with the segmental rack R<2>, operate a sector on the other end of the same axle to show the state of the call through the opening S' in the cover S. The conducting- pins on the wheel K serve to connect the switch I to one or other of the insulated line springs P, P<1> so as to operate the particular magnets at the exchange.
Patent GB-189801886-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Bunghole Fittings for Casks and Similar Receptacles.
Inventor: PELZER WILHELM
Filed: 1898-01-24
Granted: 1898-02-26
Abstract: 1886. Pelzer, W. Jan. 24. Bungs and bungholes; tapping. - The bushing is threaded as shown for insertion into the taphole or bunghole and for receiving the tap. The inner part of the bushing is smooth, to receive the cork or bung s, which is pushed into the cock by the tap or by a liquidwithdrawal tube sliding within the same.
Patent GB-189802031-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Process for the Manufacture of Beer by the Sterilization of the Worts in the Vat during the Boiling.
Inventor: GEORGIN HUBERT
Filed: 1898-01-25
Granted: 1899-01-21
Abstract: 2031. Georgin, H. Jan. 25. Beer, preserving; brewing.-In order to clarify and preserve beer, the wort is boiled for some time in a vat A containing a number of horizontallydisposed perforated plates B, after which the wort is rapidly transferred to refrigerators which reduce its temperature to about 150‹ C., and then the wort is brought back to the boiler and again boiled. These operations may be repeated several times before the wort is fermented.
Patent GB-189807535-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cigar Wrapping Machines.
Inventor: BUNN JOHN
Filed: 1898-03-29
Granted: 1898-06-18
Abstract: 7535. Bunn, J. March 29. Cigars.-Relates to means for applying the wrappers to the bunches and shaping and pasting the head. Fig. 1 is a plan, showing the swinging table 17 and wrapper-stretching roller 13, and in dotted lines the position of the parts at the end of the operation of wrapping the bunch. The header end 1 of the wrapper-stretching table is adjustable both laterally and as to height by means of screws 7, 10. The recess 20, Fig. 5, for the head of the cigar is provided with a hinged portion 26 which is pressed by the springs 23, 24 against the cigar head, and has a perforation 27 through which paste is supplied from the tube 27<a>. The cutting- blades 36, 37, Fig. 3, for nicking the wrapper are actuated by pressing on the bolt 28, which carries the pin 30 moving in slots 31, 32 in the blades.
Patent GB-189816722-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sheet Metal Rolling Mills.
Inventor: HODGSON JOHN GEORGE
Filed: 1898-08-02
Granted: 1899-06-24
Abstract: 16,722. Hodgson, J. G. Aug. 2. Rolling.-A mill for rolling bars, sheets, or packs of sheets is reversed after each pass, the upper roll being fed downwards a predetermined amount at each reversal till the desired thickness of sheets &c. is attained, when the feed - screws are reversed and the rolls opened. The lower roll B, Fig. 1, is driven from an engine shaft through a clutch which can be engaged either with an ordinary or a reversing train of wheels to reverse the mill. The tables C at each side of the rolls are formed of rollers C<1> geared together and driven by bevel gearing &c. c<2>, c<5>, c<6> and chain gearing c<8>, c<9> from the lower roll shaft, and are thus reversed with the rolls. Movable guides C<2> are provided at each side of the tables, and normally rest on the table edges, but at each reversal they are moved inwards to trim &c. the sheets. The guides are operated through linkwork &c. C<8>, C<10> from an arm C<22>, frictionally mounted on the lower roll shaft and oscillating between stops C<4> at each reversal. The feed-screws have squared ends carrying sleeved worm-wheels D<4>, Fig. 3, on the hubs of which are mounted wheels D<2> connected by a pinion D<3>. Worms D<6> for operating the worm-wheels are carried by the wheels D<2>, thus connecting the wheels D', D' together to allow the feed-screws to be simultaneously operated through the wheels D<2> or independently set by hand by the worm gear. The upper roll is fed downwards at each reversal by gearing comprising a driven pulley F, which can be clutched on a shaft F<3>, bevelwheels F<6>, F<5>, and involute wheels H<1>, H, the wheel H being secured to one of the wheels D<2>. The clutch is of ordinary construction and is caused to operate the shaft F<3> for a half revolution by a trip wedge on a clutch rod g<4>. This rod is operated automatically at each reversal by a slide g with a tripping-pawl g<2> engaging a collar g<3> on the rod. The slide is oscillated by a pin and cam slot g<1> on an arm G frictionally mounted on the lower roll shaft and striking against stops G'. The half revolution of the shaft F<3> is produced by duplicating the clutch rod and connecting the two by a lever g<8> and link g<9>, but the period of revolution may be reduced by employing more trip wedges. When the upper roll has been sufficiently lowered, a cam K<5> on one of the wheels D<2> strikes a lever K<6> which operates a clutch K' connecting a driven pulley K<4> to its shaft K<1>. This shaft is geared to a bevel-wheel D<7> on the wheel D<2>, and quickly reverses the feed screws to open the rolls. Gauges, differing in thickness by the desired thickness of the sheets, may be used to set the rolls. The thicker gauge is first inserted between the feed-screw and the roll bearing, and the rolls then screwed down and set ready for returning. The thinner gauge is then substituted.
Patent GB-189817653-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Paper Bags, and in Machines therefor.
Inventor: HUGO BILGRAM
Filed: 1898-08-16
Granted: 1898-10-29
Abstract: 17,653. Lake, H. H., [Bilgram, H., and Uhlman, R. M.]. Aug. 16. Rotary machines combined with paper-bag-making machines. In paper-bag-making machines devices indicating the capacity of the bags are printed upon the web of paper as it enters the machine, and the printing-mechanism is driven from the feed-rollers in order that it may be driven at the same speed as the paper, and may be adjusted to different lengths of bags.
Patent GB-189823127-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Frames for Photographs and other similar things.
Inventor: BLUMFELD LOUIS
Filed: 1898-11-03
Granted: 1898-12-17
Abstract: 23,127. Blumfeld, L., [Erhard, P.]. Nov. 3. Stands, photograph and like.-A metal plate is formed with a depression or recess a of the size of the part of the photograph &c. to be displayed. Cuts are made in the metal at a', a<2>, and the top and bottom walls of the recess are turned up at u<3> and down at a<4>. The lower part of the plate is turned back at c to form a stop for the photograph and glass, which are dropped in from the top. A bent stamped-up lug b forms a back stay.
Patent GB-189826169-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Apparatus for Concentrating Sulphuric Acid.
Inventor: KESSLER JACQUES LOUIS
Filed: 1898-12-10
Granted: 1900-01-10
Abstract: 26,169. Kessler, J. L. Dec. 10. Concentrating sulphuric acid.- Relates to apparatus such as is described in Specification No. 19,215, A.D. 1891, and is specially applicable for concentrating sulphuric acid from a Glover's tower or from the residues resulting from the nitration of organic substances. The acid flows down over a series of plates or slabs F, Figs. 1 and 3, in which are holes partly closed by caps i to deflect the hot gases through the acid. A suitable overflow opening is also provided at one end of each plate F. The acid flows down into a chamber D in which is a number of conduits a formed of slabs C which are made of a mixture of pumicestone, sand, or pulverized glass with an alkaline silicate. The hot gases which effect the concentration pass from the flue B into the conduits a and through openings c in the lower part of the side slabs C into the open passages a'. The ends of the passages a, a<1> are closed by plugs b<1>, which can be removed to allow of the introduction of a rake to scrape deposits into a gutter d, from which they can be readily withdrawn.
Patent GB-189902013-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Sand-blast Apparatus.
Inventor: MATHEWSON JEREMIAH EUGENE
Filed: 1899-01-28
Granted: 1899-12-02
Abstract: 2013. Mathewson, J. E. Jan. 28. Sand blast.-Relates to apparatus in which liquid mud is used for sharpening files and cleaniog metals. The propelling-material, preferably compressed air, is supplied by a pipe 0 to the chamber F, and mixes with the liquid mud as it falls by the valve M from the hopper G. The combined materials then flow by the pipe J to the nozzle K, which directs them upon the file L. The spent mud collects in the hopper B, from which it is discharged periodically into the hopper G through a seal chamber D, provided with valves C, E, which is placed alternately under the pressure of the atmosphere and under that in the chamber F by means of a three-way valve R. The contents of the hopper G may be stirred by means of a supply of compressed air admitted by the pipe P.