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Patent GB-189801345-A (GB)
Title: Convertible Folding Bed and Chair.
Inventor: MACKENZIE JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1898-01-18
Granted: 1899-01-07
Abstract: 1345. Mackenzie, J. W., [Bellows, W. S.]. Jan. 18. Chairs; bedsteads.- Leg frames C, D, E, consisting of pairs of legs braced together by rails &c., are pivoted to two pairs of side bars A, B which are hinged together at a but otherwise are only connected by the flexible bed bottom. Stops c<4>, d<4>, e<4> embrace and hold the legs rigidly when the latter are extended. The part F, consisting of two side bars connected by a rail f is mounted on slides g on the central part, being there clamped by cams i and angularly adjusted by slotted and toothed stays j. The head-rest or end H is pivoted to the part F, and is adjusted by the stays 40. The connections of the foot-rest or end G to the part B is similar to that of the parts A, F, or simple hook stays o may be used instead of the staysj. If the latter are used to give angular adjustment to the end G, an additional foot-rest may be hung on to its top bar n<2>. The arms J are connected as shown to pins on the bars A, F. When arranged as shown in dotted lines to form a bed, it may be shortened or lengthened by moving the parts F, G along the slides g, and extra length may be gained by turning the parts G, H into a horizontal position. The parts are arranged to fold compactly as indicated in Fig. 3, and angle bars are used for the various parts.
Patent GB-189802034-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Cutting the Teeth of Gear Wheels and the like.
Inventor: STUECKGOLD STANISLAW
Filed: 1898-01-25
Granted: 1898-06-18
Abstract: 2034. St³ckgold, S. Jan. 25. Milling.-Machines for cutting the teeth of wheels and the like are provided with an arrangement for cutting angle teeth, as in Fig. 3. The driving-shaft e, by which the cutter a is rotated and its slide s' traversed, is also connected to the disc p' upon which the wheel g<1> to be cut is secured so as to impart to it a small rotary movement, first in one direction and then in the other. For this purpose motion is transmitted by a train of gearing to a pinion t in gear with a pin rack u mounted upop a series of crank discs v which are caused to move simultaneously by a rack w to engaging their toothed peripheries. The discs are pivoted upon another rack y, which again is connected by a train of gearing to the disc p<1>. The parts are arranged so that the reversal of the motion of the racks takes place when the cutter is opposite the centre of the wheel.
Patent GB-189804041-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Piano Pedals.
Inventor: THEIN WILHELM
Filed: 1898-02-17
Granted: 1898-06-04
Abstract: 4041. Thein, W. Feb. 17. Pianofortes.-The pedals a, a<1> are secured, by set-screws, to the squared ends of metal spindles b, b<1> which rotate in leather-lined blocks c, c', d, d<1>. The ends of the said spindles are cranked at g, g<1> and secured to rods f, f<1> by which the resonance of the instrument is altered. Springs e, e' return the pedals to their normal positions when they are released.
Patent GB-189806660-A (GB)
Title: A Ventilating Device for Hats.
Filed: 1898-03-18
Granted: 1898-05-07
Abstract: 6660. Clark, A. M., [Landauer - Donner, G. F.]. March 18. Ventilating felt, straw, and other hats. The hat leather is provided with a series of apertures which may be closed or left open by means of a movable strip of leather or the like. A, Fig. 1, is the hat leather, in which are apertures a. B are leather strips in which are apertures b, and these strips are attached at one end by elastic bands c to a fixed point C on the band A, and are provided at the other end with a ring D which can be fastened on to a stud F so as to cause the apertures in the bands A, B to coincide or not to coincide, but the bands B may be replaced by a plain leather strip sewn to the upper edge of the leather A and adapted to be turned upwards or downwards as required.
Patent GB-189806799-A (GB)
Title: Folding Cell Frames for Packing Boxes.
Inventor: SCHOENTHALER FREDERICK GOTTLIE
Filed: 1898-03-21
Granted: 1898-05-07
Abstract: 6799. Schoenthaler, F. G. March 21. Packing-cases are fitted with cell frames, the alternate cross-laid strips 1, 2 forming which are secured as shown by a wire or cord 3 to facilitate folding.
Patent GB-189809075-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Extraction of Cyanogen from Coal Gas.
Inventor: BUEEB JULIUS
Filed: 1898-04-19
Granted: 1899-04-19
Abstract: 9075. Bueb, J. April 19. Cyanides.-Relates to the recovery of cyanogen from coal gas, and consists in passing the gas, after it leaves the tar separator and before it enters the ammonia scrubber, through a chamber containing a concentrated solution of a metallic salt, preferably a 16 to 20 per cent. solution of an iron salt. An insoluble cyanogen compound is thus formed, and, by boiling the muddy matter thus obtained, any soluble double salt remaining in solution is also converted into an insoluble cyanogen compound. The solution which is filtered off is evaporated for the recovery of ammonium salts. Two or more chambers may be employed for use in turn. Instead of using separate chambers, one or more compartments of the ammonia scrubber may be charged with iron salt, when a suitable type of scrubber is employed.
Patent GB-189815644-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Swath Turners.
Inventor: BLACKSTONE EDWARD CHRISTOPHER
Filed: 1898-07-16
Granted: 1899-06-02
Abstract: 15,644. Blackstone, E. C., and Watts, R. E. July 16. Haymakers. - Relates to swath-turning machines such as are described in Specification No. 12,609, A.D. 1891. The shanks q, q of the forks r, r are pivoted at the ends of a rocking beam e, and are actuated by rods p, p from cranks m and n on a shaft g driven from the main axle. The beam e is rocked by a link o from a short crank l on the shaft g.
Patent GB-189818439-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Railway Signals.
Inventor: HUME WASHINGTON
Filed: 1898-08-27
Granted: 1899-07-01
Abstract: 18,439. Hume, W. Aug. 27. Signalling to cabins and stations ; signalling approach of trains; indicating and recording movements of trains; fog and audible signals; indicators and repeaters, signal; contacts, electric.-Relates to means for signalling the approach of a train, and its number on the service timetable, to cabins &c., and for enabling the signalman to transmit audible signals to the driver, in dark and foggy weather &c. A number, conveniently ten, of pairs of insulated bars 1-10, Fig. 1, are mounted parallel to each other between the rails, one bar of each pair being connected by a separate wire X<1>-X<10> to a corresponding indicator T<1>-T<10> in the cabin, while the other bar of each pair is connected by the common wire W to the other terminals of the indicators. An attention bell N, placed near the bars, a battery A*, and a signal bell B* in the cabin are included in the circuit of the wire W. A spring-controlled contact-brush D is mounted on a carrier B, which is secured by bolts to the buffer beam A of the locomotive, the bolt-holes F being arranged so that the brush can be adjusted in position to make contact with that particular pair of bars corresponding to the number of the train on the train list. When the train passes over the bars, the brush completes the circuit of the battery A through the corresponding pair of bars, the corresponding indicator T<1>-T<10>, and the bell B*, N, the bells serving to warn the signalman and driver respectively when it is necessary for the former to transmit directions to the latter. The apparatus for this purpose, shown in Fig. 3, comprises several pairs of insulated bars C<1>, D<1>, C<2>, &c., arranged in series, two or more bells C*, D* of different tones arranged near and connected to the bars, and a set of switches S<1>-S<6> in the cabin connected, as shown, to the bars and bells. A second brush, adapted to connect each pair of these bars, is mounted on the engine, and the bells are rung in any desired combination, determined by the directions to be transmitted, by setting the switches S<1>-S<6> to correspond. In a modification, repeating-bells are provided in the cabin, and additional wires and contact-keys are provided for intercommunication between the signalman and driver. A gong may also be provided to inform the driver when he has passed over the bars C<1> &c., in case the bells C*, D* should not have been rung.
Patent GB-189818679-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Burning of Inflammable Gas or Vapour and in Apparatus therefor.
Filed: 1898-08-31
Granted: 1899-07-01
Abstract: 18,679. Clarkson, T., and Clarkson & Capel Steam Car Syndicate. Aug. 31. Vapour burners, atmospheric. -The burner box consists of a cylindrical body A, having an internal boss A' bored to form a bearing for the rod A' on which the cover A<3> is screwed. The cover A<3> fits on the body A so as to close it or to form, when raised, an annular escape orifice for the vapour mixture. A horizontal tube A<6> connects the body A to the mixing-tube B. The air is supplied to the tube B through a disc regulating-device B<2> in the end of the tube. The vapour is brought by the tube C to the vapour delivery orifice B<5>, which is preferably square or rectangular. A cap B<8>, closing an opening B<7> in the bottom of the tube B, carries a rocking shaft B<10> to which is secured an arm B". A spring-controlled rod B" is pivoted to the arm B<11>, and has a chisel-shaped end B<13>, which forms a regulator for the vapour nozzle orifice B<5>. A lever B<19> is also secured to the shaft B<10>, and engages by a pin-andslot connection with one arm of a balanced lever A<9> pivoted in tho lug A<10>. The other end of the lever engages a slot A<12> of the rod A'. By rocking the shaft B<10>, either by hand or by controlling- mechanism, the escape orifice for the vapour mixture is varied in size in proportion to the variation in size of the vapour delivery orifice B<5>. By this arrangement, the pressure in the burner box is kept constant and lighting back is prevented. The top of the cover A' may be coated with refractory non-conducting material, to prevent over-heating of the cover. In modifications, the mixing-tube is connected to the burner box by a curved connection, and the nozzle delivery regulating rod is connected to a rod pivoted to a temperature or pressure regulator, such as described in Specification No. 20,166, A.D. 1896. Two or more burner boxes may be supplied to one vaporizer and mixing-tube. In other methods of keeping the pressure in the burner box constant, the number of orifices for the escape of the vapour mixture is regulated by a slide, or, where the top of the burner box is circular, a conical plug may be used.
Patent GB-189821854-A (GB)
Title: Mechanism for Producing Composite Rotary Motion for Spectacular or Amusement Purposes.
Inventor: HOLLINGSWORTH CHARLES M
Filed: 1898-10-17
Granted: 1899-01-14
Abstract: 21,854. Hollingsworth, C. M. Oct. 17. Roundabouts.-Mechanism is provided for causing an assemblage of persons or of figures of human or other form to execute composite or involved rotary movements for spectacular or other effects. Figs. 1 and 2 show respectively in plan and sectional elevation the principle upon which the compound rotary motions are obtained. In this example the rotating platform A carries a series of secondary platforms B through apertures in which are set a number of pedestals C supporting figures. The main and the secondary platforms are rotated by the belt 1, which passes round the double pulley H. In addition, the pedestals C are rotated through the friction of their lower portions with the relatively fixed base-pieces D. By detaching the belt which drives the secondary platforms and attaching it to pins I, other relative motions are obtained. Modifications in the invention are suitable as roundabouts for persons, the secondary platforms which carry the people being formed with arms which intersect those on neighbouring platforms. In this modification, as in others, convenient tooth and bevel gearing, driven from a suitable motor, is employed. If desired, overhead movements, displaying, e.g., artistic figures and being more or less copies of the movements of the platforms, may be obtained through vertical shafting.
Patent GB-189826127-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Clips for the Attachment of Pumps and other Articles to Cycles.
Inventor: ROSE AMELIA
Filed: 1898-12-10
Granted: 1899-10-14
Abstract: 26,127. Rose, A. Dec. 10. Motor, road vehicles. - Relates to clips for carrying inflators, umbrellas, sticks, telescopes, and guns on motor cars &c. In the arrangement shown in Figs. 1 and 4, the clips consist of rings b fitted with perforated indiarubber &c. diaphragms d, and are attached to the cycle frame a by clamps or straps c. The inflator e &c. is pushed through the diaphragms, and thus held in place. In a modification, the diaphragms are unperforated, but yield sufficiently to grip the ends of the article to be supported as shown in Fig. 4.
Patent GB-189826248-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Starting Switches for Electro-motors or the like.
Inventor: GIBBS JOHN WALTER
Filed: 1898-12-12
Granted: 1899-10-21
Abstract: 26,248. Gibbs, J. W. Dec. 12. Switches; cut-outs.-Relates to motor-starting switches of the kind described in Specification No. 13,717, A.D. 1897, in which the main circuit can only be broken when all the resistances are inserted. In the present arrangement an electromagnetic cut-out is provided in order that all the resistances shall be re-inserted in case of a failure of the current, and a second magnet may also be fitted to produce the same result in the case of excessive currents. Figs. 1 and 3 show the arrangement. The doublepole switch C is operated by the handle H, and carries a projection D interlocking with the slot G in the disc E, as stated in the prior Specification. The resistance switch arm is loosely mounted on the spindle T, and engages with a follower fixed to the spindle. The spindle carries a ratchet-wheel V with which engages a pawl controlled by an electromagnet x in the circuit. A spring Z tends to return the follower, which is prevented by the ratchet gearing when the current is normal. The lever J can be turned to any desired position by the handle J<1>.
Patent GB-189901607-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Incandescent Vapour or Gas Burners
Inventor: WILLIS PERCY RICHARD JULIUS
Filed: 1899-01-24
Granted: 1900-01-13
Abstract: 1607. Willis, P. R. J., [Arnott, A. A., and Granville, W. A.]. Jan. 24. Incandescent gas and vapour lamps.-Relates to a vapour burner to which manufactured or natural gas may be supplied, if desired, instead of oil. The bunsen burner 1, 2, and the oil or gas supply pipe 5, are cast in one piece, and the upper end of the burner is grooved to receive the vaporizing- coil 17, of which one end communicates through a channel 4 with the supply pipe 5, and the other end through a channel 9 with the nozzle 11 of the burner. The channels 4, 9 are preferably arranged on one side of the pipe 5, to allow of the coil 17 forming almost a complete circle, and the nozzle 11 may be formed with a detachable cap 12. Heat is conducted to the coil 17 by the edge 15 of the burner, upon which edge the flame is deflected by a conical spreader 23, extending on both sides of the gauze burner-head 20. The chimney 30 is secured by rods 31 upon the gallery 29, which rests upon a flange on the burner, and the mantle rod 36 is supported in the sleeve 34 by a set-screw 35. The burner proper is enclosed in a split sleeve 24, which springs upon the burner, and is provided with a detachable extension 27.
Patent GB-189910565-A (GB)
Title: Machine to Strengthen and to Join the Corners of Pasteboard Boxes with Metal Strips or Clasps.
Inventor: KOCH MAX
Filed: 1899-05-19
Granted: 1900-01-13
Abstract: 10,565. Koch, M. May 19. Stapling.-The corners of pasteboard boxes are joined and strengthened by toothed or serrated metal strips or clasps, which are fed and attached by apparatus such as that shown in Fig. 1. The band v, from which the strips are cut, is fed from a reel z through a brake device x and a carriage s which moves on rails r secured to the arm f, which is pivoted at e. The arm f, which carries the head or hammer g by which the strip is attached to the box placed on the anvil k, and the cutter w by which the strip is cut, is actuated by a treadle d through a rod b. The movement of the arm f actuates the carriage through the rod o and the arms m, n. The carriage has a pawl which enters one of the perforations of the strip to feed it forward, the pawl being lifted at the end of the stroke by an adjustable spring stop. The strip is cut and attached simultaneously.
Patent GB-189913721-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Paper Making Machines.
Inventor: HELLSTROEM PEDER AXEL
Filed: 1899-07-03
Granted: 1900-05-05
Abstract: 13,721. Hellstr÷m, P. A., Bentley, J., Bentley, G., and Nuttall, J. July 3. Paper machines.-To prevent the formation of spots &c. on the paper owing to bubbles in the pulp, jets e of air are forced on to the web G from a perforated pipe E immediately behind the dandy roll C.
Patent GB-189917834-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Low Pressure Steam Apparatus for Cooking, Heating, Drying, Evaporating, Steam Generating and similar purposes.
Inventor: PARISH EDWARD WILLIAM
Filed: 1899-09-04
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 17,834. Parish, E. W., Eady, J. W., and Carryer, A. P. Sept. 4. Water-heaters.-Relates to low pressure steam apparatus for cooking, drying, evaporating, and similar purposes, from which a supply of hot water can be obtained at any time. In the cooking and hotwater supply apparatus shown in Fig. 1, the cooking-pan A' with concave bottom is surrounded by the water space A<2>, which communicates with the hot water supply apparatus B by the pipes b<3>, b<4>. The supply portion comprises two compartments disposed concentrically. In a modified arrangement for supplying hot water and heating rooms, the hot - water supply part is of U -shape and the closed limb communicates with the water heater, which is cylindrical with a central flue from the burner. The hot-water supply portion of the apparatus may surround the water space of the cooking- apparatus, and a water chamber may be provided between the furnace and the water space of the cooker, as shown in Fig. 5. The parts of the apparatus need not be in close proximity.
Patent GB-190003189-A (GB)
Title: Combination Shirt Waist or Basque Holder and Skirt Supporter.
Inventor: BLACKMAN GEORGE LYMAN
Filed: 1900-02-17
Granted: 1900-03-31
Abstract: 3189. Blackman, G. L. Feb. 17. Hook fastenings. - Relates to a shirt-waist or basque holder and skirt supporter. A metallic plate 1, adapted to be secured by bands round the waist, is provided at intervals with hooks 6 which are secured together as shown and engage on one side with the skirt and on the other with the shirt or basque.
Patent GB-190007025-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Spirit Lamps.
Inventor: TANNER CHARLES HENRY JAMES
Filed: 1900-04-14
Granted: 1901-03-02
Abstract: 7025. Tanner, C. H. J. April 14. Spirit lamps.-Lamps for burning solidified spirit are formed of a casing b having a lid c, hinged at d, and provided on its inner side with a strip of rubber or other packing-material to make joint with the top of the solid-fuel receptacle a, which is contained within the casing. The casing may be provided, either internally or externally, with a strip of non-conducting, material n', such as asbestos. Folding rests h, g, and l are provided, the two former forming supports for curling-tongs or a kettle, and the latter forming a leg or support for the lamp and also engaging with a projection m to form a fastening. The lid may be formed in two parts opening in opposite directions. The solidified spirit receptacle may be supported above the bottom of the casing by clips or otherwise. In one modification, a spare space is provided with a match box, having a hinged cover and a striking- surface. Two fuel receptacles may be contained within one casing. The casing may be shaped as a cigar case.
Patent GB-190007662-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Combinatin or Keyless Locks.
Inventor: MONROE WILLIS SNELLING
Filed: 1900-04-25
Granted: 1900-07-21
Abstract: 7662. Monroe, W. S., and Cross, J. W. April 25. Locks, permutation; latches; knobs.-The latch bolt 10 is operated from inside the door by a handle on the spindle 17 ; from outside the bolt is operated by the follower 20. The follower 20 is operated by turning the knob 44, Fig. 4, after certain of the pins 54 have been pressed in to disengage them from the locking-plate 61. Any attempt to turn the knob, when the pins forming the combination have not been pressed in, causes the tumbler 21 to turn, bringing the spring 28 into contact with the stud 39, and thereby closing an electric circuit and sounding a bell. The stud 39 is mounted on the pivoted block 30, which can be turned out of action by a handle on the inside of the door. The spring 36, which acts on flats to retain the block 30 in position, acts also on the lever 7 controlling the lock-bolt 4. The latch mechanism is reversible for right and left hand doors. To reverse it. the bolt and its connections are taken out and turned over, the follower 20 and tumbler 21 being formed with bosses 23 of equal size. To change the combination, some of the pins 54 are taken out and reversed, the projections 55 not being central. The motion of the plate 61 is limited by a pin-and-slot arrangement, so that, while it can be turned sufficiently to allow the bolt to be withdrawn, it cannot be turned far enough to allow the pins 54 to enter fresh holes.
Patent GB-190011554-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Closures for Bottles and similar Articles.
Inventor: PEARCE JOHN ANTONY
Filed: 1900-06-26
Granted: 1900-08-04
Abstract: 11,554. Pearce, J. A. June 26. Stoppers ; refilling, preventing.-The neck of the bottle &c. is formed with a seat a for the thimble-shaped valve B, and above this seat with two annular grooves A<3>, A<2>. The stopper C is secured in the neck by engaging the elastic washer c<3> in the groove A<2>, the stopper consisting of a tubular body c, adapted to form a seat for the valve d<1>, and flanged externally to hold the washer. The spindle D of the valve d<1> is provided with two cross-bars d<2>, to limit the opening of the valves. The mouth of the vessel is normally closed by an ordinary cork E. When the cork is withdrawn and the vessel inverted, the valves open to permit the contents to be poured out, the recess A<3> forming a passage around the lip b of the valve B. If it is attempted to refill the vessel, the valves close, any liquid which may pass the valve d' being received in the valve B, and so aiding in moving the latter valve to its seat.
Patent GB-190011610-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Protecting Electrical Apparatus from Abrupt Changes in Static Potential.
Inventor: THOMAS PERCY HOLBROOK
Filed: 1900-06-26
Granted: 1901-04-27
Abstract: 11,610. Thomas, P. H. Nov. 27, A.D. 1899, [date applied for u n d e r Sec. 103 of Patents &c. Act, A.D. 1883]. Distributing transformers.-T r a n s formers 11 are protected from the rise in potential due to opening the switches 12 by means of impedances 13 in the leads and condensers 14 bridged across the leads and connected to the transformer core at 15.