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Patent GB-189708743-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Machines for Making Bricks, Tiles, and the like.
Inventor: BERRY JOHN
Filed: 1897-04-06
Granted: 1898-02-19
Abstract: 8743. Berry, J. April 6. Moulding bricks, tiles, &c.- Fig. shows in plan view a pugmill a and sliding mould plate c<1> for producing rough bricks, and Fig. 13 a vertical section of one of the presses for finishing the bricks. Cylindrical stems of the knives or curved blades b pass through holes in the square portion b<2> of the pug-mill shaft, and are secured by nuts b<3>. The mould plate c' has two apertures or moulds, and is moved backwards and forwards by cams to bring the empty mould opposite to the mouthpiece of the pugmill and the filled moulds opposite to the ejecting-plungers g, g<1>. These plungers are covered with flannel lubricated from an oil reservoir g*, and are reciprocated by cranks g<2>, a rocking shaft g<2>@,and cams on the sides of a spur-wheel, acting on rollers g<5>, g<7>. The ejected bricks fall on endless bands k, k<1>, and are transferred by push-plates k<3> to bottom plates m of the presses. The sides n<4> of the mould are hinged to a plate n' of the frame n<2>, and are opened outwards and closed by the up-and-down motion of a frame n<3>, which acts on inclined surfaces of the sides of the mould. The pressing-plunger n* and frames n<3> are reciprocated by cams on a shaft p<1>. The bottom plates m are raised and lowered by cams, and the carrier or push-plates are reciprocated by cams and rocking levers. The rough brick is slightly smaller than the finished brick, and the formation of the frog or indent by the pressing-plunger forces the clay outwards to the sides of the press box or mould. The pug-mill, cam, and working shafts are driven from a main shaft by toothed gearing, and a hand-wheel is provided for moving the parts to any required position for repairs &c.
Patent GB-189713288-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Escapements for Clocks and Watches.
Inventor: PERRET PAUL
Filed: 1897-05-28
Granted: 1897-10-30
Abstract: 13,288. Perret, P. May 28. Escapements. - Consists of an escapement having the features of the lever and the chronometer escapements combined. The forked lever, which is disengaged by a broad radial tooth d on the roller e, has attached to it an anchor, of which the rear pallet G only serves to lock the escape-wheel, and the leading pallet G<1> is formed with a small steep impulse face n. When set free from the rear pallet the escape-wheel imparts its impulse direct to the roller by striking in a notch e<2>. A finger g replaces the ordinary transverse safety-pin.
Patent GB-189715356-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Velocipedes.
Inventor: JONES WORDSWORTH EVERARD
Filed: 1897-06-26
Granted: 1898-05-20
Abstract: 15,356. Jones, W. E. June 26. Supporting or mounting bearings for velocipedes. The front or rear forks are constructed so as to prevent vibration. Fig. 1 shows one form of the invention. The ends of the fork A terminate in rectangular straps B, in which slide plates C carrying the wheel axle D. Rubber or other resilient blocks F, G are interposed between the plates C and the straps B. The sides of the plates are formed with V-grooves to engage with the sides of the straps B, which are correspondingly shaped. In a modification shown in Fig. 5, the straps B are made circular and fitted with rubber blocks H. Side plates M, M' provided with bosses N, through which the wheel axle D passes, hold the elastic blocks in position.
Patent GB-189717216-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Tumbler Bearings or their Equivalents for Overhead Travelling Cranes and the like purposes.
Inventor: PETTINGER JOHN WILLIAM
Filed: 1897-07-21
Granted: 1898-05-20
Abstract: 17,216. Pettinger, J. W. July 21. Tumbler bearings for the shafts of overhead travelling cranes. The plate J carried by the crane has two ribs K', K<2> formed on it which act on rollers I, H. The upper roller I is mounted on the bearing-block B, Fig. 1, or on a supporting- pillar C, Fig. 5. The lower roller H is mounted on the sliding plate E, having inclined grooves F', F<2> in which engage pins on the lock-bolts G', G'. When the plate J reaches the bearing, the roller I is first raised sufficiently to relieve the pressure on the lock-bolts. The roller H is next raised to cause the withdrawal of the bolts, after which the bearing descends, the ribs K<1>, K<2> being parallel after the highest point is passed.
Patent GB-189720654-A (GB)
Title: Improvement in Suspensory Bandages.
Inventor: MATTERN GEORGE A
Filed: 1897-09-08
Granted: 1898-04-09
Abstract: 20,654. Mattern, G. A. Sept. 8. Guards for games.-A guard for use by athletes to protect the private parts is made of the shape shown in front view in Fig. 1 and rear view in Fig. 2, and with elastic pieces 5 for supporting it on the body.
Patent GB-189724757-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Convertible Open and Close Fire Ranges.
Inventor: MILLS CHARLES
Filed: 1897-10-26
Granted: 1898-10-01
Abstract: 24,757. Mills, C. Oct. 26. Cooking - ranges, convertible close and open.-To use the range as an open stove, the fire - cover A is pushed back in the usual way beneath the back part B of the hob. The firecover strikes against the arm G<3>, and turns the rock shaft G so that the lever arms G', by their pressure on the studs C<2> which are formed in the side cheeks of the hood C, push it forward into the position shown by dotted lines.
Patent GB-189728656-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Paving and Paving-blocks.
Inventor: NORTHCUTT WILLIAM HANCE
Filed: 1897-12-04
Granted: 1898-12-03
Abstract: 28,656. Northcutt, W. H. Dec. 4. Paving-blocks.-Fig. 1 shows a cast or pressed metal paving-block A formed with treads a'. tongues a<5>, a<6> on two adjacent sides, and corresponding grooves, such as a<7>, on the remaining sides, and filled with cement, mortar, or other plastic substance which is kept in position by the metal shell and the ribs a<2> and flanges a<4> formed with it. The blocks may consist entirely of cement &c., and are then cast in a mould having suitable grooves &c. in its hinged sides. Wood blocks are also formed with tongues and grooves as described and have smooth tops. Curved blocks may be used for arching tunnels and large sewers.
Patent GB-189803999-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Boot, Shoe and Clog Protectors.
Inventor: MADDISON RALPH RAWLING
Filed: 1898-02-17
Granted: 1899-02-17
Abstract: 3999. Maddison, R. R., and Snowden, D. R., [trading as Everlasting Boot Sole Co.]. Feb. 17. Nails. - Relates to sole and heel protectors applicable to the invention described in Specification No. 4409. A.D. 1891. Metal plates A, Figs. 1 and 2, with or without sup - ports a, have plugs B which are pushed into apertures C<1> in a dermatine, indiarubber, or like block C secured in a cavity of the top-lift or outer sole. The plugs may be applied directly to the heel or sole, and fixed by cement or cross-pins. In the modification shown in Fig. 6, the holding-plugs B form part of a light base-plate A<2>, secured to the wearing-surface A by a bolt and nut ; the plugs and under part of the plate A' are smeared when hot with cement. In another modification, suitable for clogs, the plugs are hollow and are held in position by headed or screwed pins bedded in marine glue or like cement.
Patent GB-189804098-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Devices for Feeding Wire adapted for Ball Making and like Machines.
Filed: 1898-02-18
Granted: 1898-12-23
Abstract: 4098. Hoffmann Manufacturing Co. and Hoffmann, E. G. Feb. 18. Wood-screws.-A chuck for holding and feeding wire in screw making, heading, and like machines has jaws a externally tapered to fit a collar c. The jaws are normally pressed apart by internal springs d, but are held in sets, when removed, by a spring in a groove e. The collar c can rotate freely in a housing g, in which it is held by a nut hand engaging flanges c', h<1>. The housing is held in trunnions i in the ends of a forked lever A, shown in underneath plan in Fig. 8, and pivoted on vertical pins l. Ball races may be provided to receive the end pressure between the collar flange c' and the housing flange h<1> or nut h. The wire f passes through stops B, C. When the chuck is about to feed, the larger ends of the jaws are in contact with the stop B, the wire being gripped. The wire is then fed forward by the lever A, till the other ends of the jaws butt against the stop C, stopping the feed. Further movement of the lever partially strips the collar c off the jaws, and allows them to open and release the wire. The return movement of the lever brings the jaws back to the stop B, and then moves the collar cover them to grip the wire again, the feed thus being a known exact distance. To allow for inequalities in the diameter of the wire and possible excessive stresses in the machine, the lever A is made in two parts E, F, pivoted at m. One end of the lever F has a handle F<1> for originally setting the chuck, and has a roller n to engage the operating-cam. The other end bears against a spring pin o on the part E, and a spring s is inserted between lugs t, r on the parts E, F respectively. The cam is arranged to give sufficient movement to the collar c for all possible inequalities, and any excessive movement in opening or closirg the jaws is taken up by the spring s and the pin @ respectively.
Patent GB-189804176-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Distribution of Electricity over Electric Railways on the Series System.
Inventor: CATTORI MICHELANGELO
Filed: 1898-02-19
Granted: 1898-06-04
Abstract: 4176. Cattori, M. Feb. 19. Electric railways on the series system. Relates to improvements o the arrangements described in Specifications No. 6212, A.D. 1894, and No. 20,529, A.D. 1895. Conductors; switches.- The Figures show the two rails used as conductors, but an overhead or other conductor may also be used. The rails are laid in insulated sections, and the gaps 1, 2, 3, 4, &c. between the sections are in pairs alternately opened and closed by hand or otherwise as the vehicle passes. Switches I, II at the ends of the line are alternately changed in a similar manner, so that the current flows in series through all the vehicles V, V<1>. The position of the switches is indicated below the Figure. When a single vehicle only is run, the gaps may be omitted and the poles of the generator D connected to the rails. An arrangement is also described for two generating-stations on the line, which is then practically a reduplication of that shown in Fig. 3, placed end to end. Fig. 8 shows a passing place on this system with the switch tongues and rail sections connected to a switch with contacts correspondingly numbered 1-10 by means of which current is supplied as the vehicles pass through and the single line parts are also kept properly in circuit.
Patent GB-189804278-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Railway Electrical Signalling Apparatus.
Inventor: BUSHER JOHN AUGUSTUS
Filed: 1898-02-21
Granted: 1898-10-29
Abstract: 4278. Busher, J. A. Feb. 21. Signals on engines ; signalling to cabins ; contacts, electric.-A battery A, Fig, 1, has one pole connected to one of the rails E, and the other pole connected, through the bell or indicator C and switch B in the signal cabin, to the line-wire D, from which branch wires d are carried to contactbars F located in suitable positions between the rails. The engine is provided with a contactbrush G, adapted to make contact with the bar F, and with a relay electromagnet H, which, when energized, releases the spring contact H<1>, and so closes a local circuit through the battery J and bell &c. K on the engine. When the brush G makes contact with the bar F, the main and local circuits are completed, and the bells C, K sounded. The contact H<1> is re-set by means of a spring push. The bar F consists of an insulated conducting- strip, mounted on a wooden or other base affixed to the sleepers. The brush G consists of a number of contact-strips G<9>, pivoted to a frame G<2>, and normally held vertical by springs, the frame being suspended from links G<12> and connected to a lever L<6>, so that it can be raised into inoperative position. The brush G and bar F may be kept clear of frost or snow, by steam discharged from the engine through the pipes M &c. Or the bar F may be heated by other suitable means for the same purpose.
Patent GB-189811492-A (GB)
Title: A Speed Indicator for Cycles, Motor Cars, Carriages and such like.
Inventor: MOORE ROSS FRANKLIN
Filed: 1898-05-20
Granted: 1898-08-27
Abstract: 11,492. Moore, R. F. May 20. Speed indicators.-Relates to apparatus of the type described in Specification No. 22,578, A.D. 1897. A spoke A of the wheel is fitted with a spring S to the upper end of which is secured a metal containing- cylinder E carrying a block G and projection F. A scale is marked on a fixed bar H, along which a bell I with bell clapper J can be adjusted so as to be rung at any desired speed by the projection F as the spring S expands under centrifugal action. By arranging the bell at one end of a telescopic rod and the speed scale at the other on a level with the rider, and by employing a rack and pinion adjustment, the rider may set the instrument for any speed without dismounting.
Patent GB-189816665-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Kilns for Burning Cement and other Substances.
Inventor: SMIDTH VERNER FREDERICK LAESSO
Filed: 1898-07-30
Granted: 1899-06-10
Abstract: 16,665. Smidth, V. F. L., and Riisager, E. July 30. Kilns.-Shaft kilns for burning cement, lime, &c. are charged with fuel from a tunnel A which passes through the kiln above the burning- chamber C. The material is charged through doors T and passes down on each side of the tunnel. Air passages are formed in the walls of the burning-chamber as shown, serving to keep the structure cool and heat the air which is supplied to the kiln just above the grate.
Patent GB-189822990-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Brakes for Railway Waggons and similar Vehicles.
Inventor: PRESTON REUBEN THOMAS
Filed: 1898-11-01
Granted: 1899-11-01
Abstract: 22,990. Preston, R. T., Ralston, G., and How, C. E. Nov. 1. Brakes, hand-power. In the form shown in Fig. 1, the brake blocks L, L<1> are carried on the pivoted rods M, M<1>, and are applied by tension on the rods J, J' from the cross-shaft H. The shaft H is turned by the arm G, rod F, arm E, and lever A. The arm G carries a sweep with perforations so that the connection with the rod F can be changed as the brake blocks wear. The lever A is provided with a spring plunger A<2> which presses against an incline on the sweep D<1> as the lever is depressed, and thus retains the brake in the " on " position. A transverse shaft B, provided with a similar lever to the lever A, enables the brakes to be operated from either side of the wagon. In the modification shown in Fig. 6, the shaft B is provided at its other end with an arm E' and a rod F<1> for operation by the lever A' pivoted at the opposite side and end of the wagon to that at which the lever A is carried. In the modification shown in Fig. 8 the lever G is inverted, and in that shown in Fig. 10 the rods R, R<1> are connected in the ordinary way to the brake blocks. Modifications in the method of holding the lever A, when the brakes are in the " on " position, are described. In one the sweep D' carries a curved rack on spring supports, and in the other the lever A is held against the sweep D<1> solely by friction. In the first case, disengagement is effected by a slight longitudinal movement of the shaft B. The invention is stated to be applicable to the inventions described in Specifications Nos. 4726 and 5099, A.D. 1896, and No. 25,938, A.D. 1897.
Patent GB-189903210-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Plug or Wedge for Fixing Flashings of Buildings and other Structures.
Inventor: CURTIN MICHAEL JOHN
Filed: 1899-02-13
Granted: 1899-12-09
Abstract: 3210. Curtin, M. J. Feb. 13. Wedges; spikes. - Lead flashings are secured in place by steel or sheet-metal split tubular wedges D driven into the mortar joints of the brickwork. The metal blanks or strips may be bent to a triangular, oval, circular, or other shape in cross-section, and may be corrugated or formed with teeth or projections to engage with the mortar or cement.
Patent GB-189905379-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Taps for Seltzogenes, Syphons, and other Vessels.
Inventor: NICOLE BLANCHE JULIA
Filed: 1899-03-11
Granted: 1900-01-20
Abstract: 5379. Nicole, B. J. March 11. Linings.-Taps for seltzogenes, siphons, and other vessels are made with corrosionresisting linings t o prevent contamination of the contained liquid. A suitably - shaped tin lining a is electroplated w i t h gold or silver, and the body b of the tap is then cast round it. The lining may be made of silver.
Patent GB-189911110-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Switches.
Filed: 1899-05-27
Granted: 1899-07-15
Abstract: 11,110. Clark, A. M., [General Incandescent Arc Light Co.]. May 27 Switches.-The moving contact is mounted on a bar sliding on a guide and spring connected to a bar also sliding on a guide the inclination of which is varied to make or break contact. Figs. 1 and 2 show the application to a tumbler switch. The moving contact or contacts e are carried on a bar f which slides in a guide c. The bar is connected by springs j to a bar i sliding on the surface d' of the rocking lever d, which is pivoted at d'. On tilting the lever d, contact is made at b as shown in dotted lines. Fig. 5 shows the application to a double push. The sliding barf carrying the contacts is connected to a bar i sliding on a rocking lever d. Fig. 4 shows the construction of a single push.
Patent GB-189915843-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Driving Gear of Self Propelled Vehicles.
Inventor: RANSFORD ROBERT BOLTON
Filed: 1899-08-02
Granted: 1900-03-24
Abstract: 15,843. Ransford, R. B. Aug. 2. Motor road vehicles.- The invention consists of means by which the driving - belt can b e shifted to the loose pulley either by hand or by foot, the latter means being used when it is required to alter the speed gearing, for which purpose the hands are thus left free. Fig. 1 shows an elevation, and Fig. 2 a plan. A vertical shaft d operates a crank c, which is in connection with the belt fork. A double pulley e is mounted on the shaft, and has chains f, f<1> wrapped round it, the former being operated by a rod j, and the latter by a rod l. The rod is actuated by a hand-operated cam, and has a spring i attached to it, one end of the spring being connected to a link r pivoted on the pulley e. The lever l is operated by a foot-lever o, and, when moved from right to left, turns the shaft d and stretches the spring i, which has its abutment on the rod j, and throws the belt into gear again when the foot-lever is released. If, on the other hand, it is desired to shift the belt manually, the rod j is moved from left to right by the cam. The rod j, link r, and spring i then move together without stretching the latter.
Patent GB-190001841-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Letter Files.
Inventor: WILEY CLARENCE HENRY
Filed: 1900-01-30
Granted: 1900-03-03
Abstract: 1841. Wiley, C. H. Jan. 30. Filing papers.- Relates to a temporary binder. Fig. 3 shows the back, to which the covers are secured by hinges c, c'. The wires f, g, secured to the pieces h, h<1>, overlap except when the hook latch e<1>, e<2> is unfastened and the two sections of the back turned apart on the hinges m. Flanges e are provided at the ends of the sections of the back. In a modification, the flanges overlap.
Patent GB-190003748-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Vacuum Evaporators.
Inventor: SCOTT ERNEST GEORGE
Filed: 1900-02-26
Granted: 1900-12-22
Abstract: 3748. Scott, E. G. Feb. 26. Evaporators; vacuum apparatus; valves and cocks.-Relates to vacuum evaporators, and has for its object to prevent boiling over or priming. In the upper part of the evaporator a, and immediately under the mouth b of the vapour pipe, is fitted a plate d, which is mounted so that it can move up and down on rods e, and when it is raised by the rising of the liquid it closes the entrance to the vapour pipe, which remains closed by the action of the vacuum pump until attention is given to it by an attendant. The plate is fitted with a packing-ring f, and may be dished upwardly so as to form a hollow float.
Patent GB-190007632-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Folding Bedsteads, Cots, and analogous Articles of Furniture.
Inventor: HOSKINS WILLIAM MARRIAN
Filed: 1900-04-25
Granted: 1901-02-16
Abstract: 7632. Hoskins, W. M. April 25. Bedsteads and cots, chairs, &c.-Relates to folding and portable bedsteads, cots, chair-bedsteads, and other articles of furniture, and is described with reference to a bedstead. The bottom frame consists of side and end bars rigidly connected by cast corner blocks, each having a vertical hole a<5> through it. The legs d are pivoted by cranked parts e to the end or side bar of the bottom, and have sockets d<1> corresponding in size to the hole a<5>. The end frames c have tongues b<2>, to which are jointed loops b engaging crosspins f on the corner blocks. In Fig. 5, the end frame and leg c, d are shown in their normal position, and are locked together and to the corner block by the loop b; by raising the end frame till the loop is clear, the leg can fold on its pivot e', and then the end frame can fold down, over the bedding on the pivot b<1>. In a modification, shown in Figs. 11 and 13, the loop b is rigid with the end frame c, and the gap a<6> in the corner block allows the end frame to fold down on to the bottom frame. A single slotted stalk may be used instead of the loop b, and the stalk or loop may be jointed in any manner to the tongue b<2>.
Patent GB-190008646-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Chimneys for Gas and other Lamps
Inventor: BROOKS FREDERIC HENRY VONDEKEY
Filed: 1900-05-10
Granted: 1901-05-10
Abstract: 8646. Brooks, T. H. V. May 10. Chimneys and globes are built up of glass rods or strips which are held in position by annular caps or bands connected by vertical supports. The rods, which are preferably of prismatic or angular crosssection, may have a flat or smooth inner surface with a fluted or irregular outer surface, and their longitudinal edges may be shaped to fit into, or to overlap each other. Figs. 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 show the construction of one of the caps or bands for securing the glass rods. The cap is built up of two rings A, B, of which the ring B is free to turn within the ring A in order that a flange on the ring B may cover or uncover an opening in the ring A, through which opening the glass rods are inserted or removed. The caps or bands are connected together by vertical rods, Figs. 49 and 50, the ends of the rods engaging with recesses D and piercings C, Figs. 47 and 48. The lower cap or band may be formed with extended flanges, and with ventilating-holes and means for closing them. Numerous variations, such as are shown in Figs. 9 and 10, in the detailed construction of the caps or bands may be made, and the openings for the insertion of the rods may be in the horizontal parts of the rings A, B, and may be closed by sliding or pivoted flaps. The top cap or band, Fig. 3, may be either supplemented or replaced by a band arranged near the middle of the chimney, and consisting of two vertical rings connected by two or more narrow horizontal strips, and provided with hinged or sliding parts to form openings through which the glass rods may be passed.
Patent GB-190009084-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Electric Arc Lamps
Inventor: STOCKWELL ALFRED GEORGE
Filed: 1900-05-16
Granted: 1901-04-27
Abstract: 9084. Stockwell, A. G. May 16. Globe holders for electric arc lamps. A globe is carried by a ring I on brackets attached to headed rods G, which slide in guides on the lamp frame D. The ring carries pivoted catches K to engage in notches in the guides, to hold the ring and globe in working position.