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Patent GB-190418304-A (GB)
Title: Novel or Improved Construction of Dies for use in Making Slabs, Tiles and other Articles with Undercut Grooves or Serratures in same.
Inventor: BLIZZARD ALBERT EDWARD
Filed: 1904-08-24
Granted: 1905-07-27
Abstract: 18,304. Blizzard, A. E., and Todd, H. Aug. 24. Moulding slabs and tiles; slabs and tiles.-Slabs, tiles, &c. are formed with parallel or radial undercut serrations on one of their surfaces by means of dies, which are released from the moulded article by a horizontal sliding or rotary motion. The die-block a, shown in plan in Fig. 1 and in section in Fig. 3, is mounted on a lifting rod, and slides vertically in a die-box c. On the die-block are two slidable plates d, d<2>, having parallel serrations, inclined in opposite directions. Plastic material is compressed against the serrated die by an upper die-block on the spindle of a suitable press. The moulded article is lifted out of the die-box on the serrated die. As the latter ascends, depending portions a<3> come into contact with the bevelled upper ends of recesses h, i, thus causing the plates d, d<2> to slide and release the moulded article from the serrations in order that it can be removed. At the same time, springs j are compressed, so that, on the die descending again, the depending portions a' are forced back into the recesses h, i. In the apparatus shown in Fig. 7, for forming radial serrations, a bar l is caused to slide in a similar way, and rotate a serrated disc k by means of an eccentrically-placed pin m. A number of discs may be similarly rotated by means of one bar.
Patent GB-190422610-A (GB)
Title: Improvements connected with Certain Kinds of Burners for Oil Lamps.
Inventor: SHARPLES JAMES
Filed: 1904-10-20
Granted: 1905-10-19
Abstract: 22,610. Sharples, J. Oct. 20. Extinguishing oil lamps.-Relates to the invention described in Specification No. 20,958, A.D. 1899, and consists in providing a flat valve 8 to close the opening 7 of the tube 6. This valve is supported by wire 10 passing loosely through a hole 9 in the valve, and is kept against the oblique opening 7 by the action of gravity. When this valve is opened, intentionally or by the lamp being upset, the flame is extinguished.
Patent GB-190424027-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Machinery for Raising and Lowering Theatrical Scenery and the like.
Inventor: LYONS ISAAC NATHANIEL
Filed: 1904-11-07
Granted: 1905-10-12
Abstract: 24,027. Lyons, I. N. Nov. 7. Balancing-devices; supporting load uniformly on severalpoints.-Apparatus for raising and lowering theatrical scenery consists of a shaft D, driven by worm gearing from a motor, carrying two loose pulleys E, E<1> connected by crossed and open belts to pulleys F, F<1> on shaft K. Ropes L attached to the scenery and counterweights P pass over a grooved drum G on the shaft K. The pulleys E, E<1> are thrown into action by a clutch carried by a pivoted arm H<1> actuated by chains R. The driving - apparatus may be duplicated, and, in case of breakdown, eyes carrying ropes are attached to the counterweight and scenes. The Provisional Specification describes an alternative reversing-device and two methods of driving the shaft by bevel gearing, together with a clutch mechanism.
Patent GB-190427692-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Condiment Boxes.
Inventor: FISCHER ERNST CHARLES
Filed: 1904-12-19
Granted: 1905-01-19
Abstract: 27,692. Fischer, E. C. Dec. 19. Condiment receptacles.- A salt receptacle 10 with a perforated cap 12 is screwed to a collar 14, rotatably connected to a receptacle 11 for whole pepper. A grinding-cone 17, for use with a corresponding r i n g 16, i s secured by an adjusting- screw 20 on its stem 18 to a cup-shaped piece 15, formed in one with the collar 14, so that the pepper is ground by rotating the collar 14. The cone 17 is forced downwards by a spring 21.
Patent GB-190515884-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Condensers and Feed-water Heaters
Inventor: WEIR WILLIAM
Filed: 1905-08-03
Granted: 1906-09-03
Abstract: 15,884. Weir, W. Aug. 3. Condensers.-Relates to a combined feedwaterheater and auxiliary condenser for dealing with exhaust steam from auxiliary machinery used in connexion with marine propelling-machinery. In apparatus of the kind in which the steam is caused to pass over the entire feed-heating surface before passing into the condenser, a portion of the tube surface of both the heater and the condenser is submerged so that the condensed exhaust auxiliary exhaust steam is returned at a low temperature for easy filtration or like purposes. Automatic means for regulating the supply of circulating water to the auxiliary condenser are provided. The apparatus is also worked in conjunction with a sea-water evaporator using auxiliary exhaust steam, wherein the steam generated in the evaporator is taken to the feed-heater and auxiliary condenser, which is worked at a vacuum to prevent any undue rise in temperature of the feedwater. Figs. 1 and 2 show the feed-heater A and the condenser B arranged side by side so that the condensed exhaust steam accumulates in the bottom of the feed-heater until it reaches the level of the outlet G. Any uncondensed steam flows by the passage F<1> to the condenser, the condensation water accumulating here also until it reaches the level of the outlet G<1>. The apparatus may be arranged vertically so that the submerging of the tube surface takes place as described in Specification No. 11,846, A.D. 1896, [Abridgment Class Distilling &c.]. A separate steam connexion to the condenser may also be provided so that part or the whole of the steam may pass through the condenser only. The supply of circulating water to the condenser is regulated by a valve 0<2>, Fig. 7, controlled by a float O in a chamber through which the water which has passed through the feed-beater is led. The float may also control a valve 0<3> regulating the supply of steam to the pump providing the water supply. In the arrangement shown in. Fig. 8, the feed-water drawn from the main condenser R<1 >by the airpump R passes through the feed-heater A to the feed-tank S'. The steam supply F to the feedheater A is taken from the evaporator T, which is heated by auxiliary exhaust steam. A distilling condenser T<1> is also provided. A combined air and circulating pump V maintains a vacuum in the apparatus. The drain from the evaporator. passes to the condenser B.
Patent GB-190518504-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Automatic Governors for Elastic Fluid Turbines.
Inventor: KERR CHARLES VOLNEY
Filed: 1905-09-13
Granted: 1906-08-16
Abstract: 18,504. Kerr, C. V. Sept. 13. Centrifugal governors for elastic-fluid turbines. Steam or other fluid passes to the chamber 11, Fig. 1, through a double-beat valve, which is controlled by the governor through a lever 47. The valve stem 58 has water grooves 59 to form a packing and to prevent the valve from sticking, and a threaded piece 61 for adjusting the valve opening. The pressure on the valve tends to hold it open, so that the upper end of the lever 47 is pressed outwards against the action of the governor. The governor comprises a plug 15, Figs. 1 and 2, secured to the turbine shaft 3 by a pin 22 ; a sleeve 23, Figs. 2 and 5, secured to the plug at the part 24 and having slots to permit the withdrawal of the pin 22 ; lock-nuts 26, 27 to grip'the sleeve tightly upon the shaft and to adjust a coiled spring 36 against a collar 33 free to slide on the plug ; a cup-shaped piece 29 screwed on the outer end of the plug ; two semicircular governor weights 37, Figs. 2 and 3, surrounding the collar 33 and having flanges 38 to engage shoulders 31 within the piece 29 ; and a spindle 42 which fits a recess in the plug, and has a slot at its inner end to receive a pin 44 attached to the sliding collar 33, and at its outer end engages a bush 45, Figs. 2 and 4, pivoted in the upper ends of the levers 47, a grease-cup 49 being provided for lubrication. In operation, the weights 37 move outwards, as shown in Fig. 2, when the speed of the turbine rises, and force the collar 33 inwards against the spring. The pin 44, moving with the collar, draws the spindle 42 inwards, the lever 47 is moved on its pivot, and the valve is partly closed to reduce the steam supply to the turbine.
Patent GB-190527212-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for the Production of Acetylene Gas.
Inventor: LEWIS THOMAS HENRY
Filed: 1905-12-30
Granted: 1906-10-11
Abstract: 27,212. Lewis, T. H. Dec. 30. Acetylene.-In an acetylene generator for use on motor-omnibuses &c., water contained in the space b passes through a porous wad i and through a strip of paper or pad inside the carbide cartridge f. The gas generated passes through the jacketed space f<3> and the well l, both containing purifying- material, to the pipes m, n leading to the service pipe.
Patent GB-190600498-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Foot Arch Supporters.
Inventor: MARKS GEORGE CROYDON
Filed: 1906-01-08
Granted: 1906-04-05
Abstract: 498. Marks, G. C., [Collins, F. L., and Hayes, M. B.]. Jan. 8. Deformity appliances.-A foot-arch support is provided with means for preventing it from slipping forward upon the sole of the shoe, and is constructed preferably of aluminium. The centre portion 4 is made thicker and elevated to support the arch, and is curved up to form the flange 5. Perforations 8 are formed in the front portion, which is sunk to fit the ball of the foot and bevelled to avoid a ridge. The back portions of the supports are countersunk to receive plates 10 of copper and zinc respectively for the right and left foot. The undersides of the supports are provided with corrugations or projections 12, which may be sharpened, and which prevent the support from slipping forward in the shoe.
Patent GB-190601527-A (GB)
Inventor: MERINGTON CHARLES
Filed: 1906-01-20
Granted: 1906-11-29
Abstract: 1527. Merington, C. Jan. 20. Tyres, pneumatic etc.; spring wheels. - To the axle of a wheel X, Fig. 1, having a pneumatic or other elastic tyre Y is attached by a universal joint B a short axle a, on which is loosely mounted a hub a' supporting by spokes c an annular flange C of any suitable material and form which embraces the tyre. When the tyre is of solid rubber, transverse ribs on the flange engage corresponding grooves in the tyre. The flange may be provided with a rubber tread. In the form shown in Fig. 2, a stud axle D bearing a solid-tyred wheel X is attached by a universal joint d to a live or driving axle E which carries by arms or spokes e<2> passing between the spokes of the wheel a rim e<1>. Between the rim e' and a rim F carried by the spokes or other part of the wheel X is a pneumatic cushion Y<1>. In the Provisional Specification, it is stated that the springs or pivoted links may replace the pneumatic cushion Y', or that the axles D, E may be rigidly connected and bear on cushions or springs arranged in the hub of the wheel.
Patent GB-190602154-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with the Manufacture of Artificial Fuel.
Inventor: GRAYSON PAULINE
Filed: 1906-01-27
Granted: 1907-01-24
Abstract: 2154. Grayson, P. Jan. 27. Composition fuel is made by mixing coal-dust with cement as a binder, and with tar, preferably wood-tar, an acid such as hydrochloric or acetic acid, and water in stated proportions. No heating is necessary. The Provisional Specification mentions that the cement may be replaced by lime or limestone..
Patent GB-190604902-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Non-skid Devices for Motor and like Road Vehicles.
Inventor: OTTO EDWARD CHARLES FREDERICK
Filed: 1906-02-28
Granted: 1907-02-21
Abstract: 4902. Otto, E. C. F. Feb. 28. No Patent granted (Sealing fee not paid). Slipping, preventing, attachments to wheels for. - Relates to means for preventing sideslip in motor and like road vehicles, being specially applicable to motor - omnibuses and d other heavy vehicles, and comprises a disk having a sharpened edge which is attached to the wheel and is automatically pressed on to the road surface as the wheel moves laterally upon its axle. The wheel is made in two parts a, b, bolted together and carrying a disk c between them, flanges d, e formed on the parts of the wheel extending through the spaces between the arms f of the disk. The disk is formed with a boss g having a conical internal surface h which engages with a conical projection i on the axle as the wheel slides inwards against the pressure of a spring l. In a modification, the wheel is formed in one piece, the disk being carried between the inner side of the wheel and a separate plate attached thereto. In a modification, the conical projection i, Fig. 4, is carried at one end of a bell-crank lever n pivoted to the axle and provided at the other end with a roller o which bears against a flange p formed upon the part b of the wheel, or against the disk c, which is then formed as shown at r, Fig. 2. The device may be arranged so as to come into operation as the wheel slides outwards.
Patent GB-190607044-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Acetylene Generators.
Filed: 1906-03-23
Granted: 1906-07-26
Abstract: 7044. Compagnie GÚnÚrale des Boites- LumiÞre. June 19, 1905, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Acetylene.-In a generator, the production of gas is regulated by causing a permanent flow of water to be automatically supplemented as required by an auxiliary flow. In a portable apparatus, which may be a lamp, water passes from a reservoir 1 through concentric tubes 5, 6 and a hole 7 into the generator 2, the hole 7 being of such size that a continuous flow of water therethrough corresponds to the minimum production of gas required. A fall of pressure in the apparatus due to increased consumption causes the water to rise in the tube 6 and flow through holes 8, 9, 10 in succession, the size and number of these holes depending on the size of the apparatus and the variation required. The holes are protected by a metal or porous guard 11, and the gas passes away by a tube 3.
Patent GB-190608739-A (GB)
Title: Improved Boiler for Washing Linen and the like.
Inventor: FLEISCHER JOHANNES
Filed: 1906-04-11
Granted: 1906-09-06
Abstract: 8739. Fleischer, J., and Bensmann, H. April 11. Boiling-pans.-A boiler for use in washing or disinfecting linen &c. is fitted with internal perforated partitions 1,2, upon which the clothes are placed ; the washing is effected by steam generated in the lower part of the boiler, and by water discharged from a central circulating-pipe 11 into and through a perforated funnel 9 and distributed upon the clothes. The casing is constructed in two parts 3, 4, the intermediate partition 2 resting upon the latter. The lower partition is supported upon the bottom of the boiler by radial projections 14, which are cut away at their inner ends to allow water to enter the central tube 11 through serrations in its lower end. Steam is conveyed through a conduit 16 to the space below the partition 2, which is provided with bars 15 to maintain such a space. A rotating or sliding sleeve 19 is fitted to close the outlet from this steam passage when the upper partition is not in use. The top 8 of the apparatus dips into a water seal 6, through which any liquid overflowing may return to the boiler. The hopper 9 is formed with an inverted conical part 10 at its lower end to guide the circulating tube into place when putting on the top part 8. During normal working a cover 12 is fitted, which is removable to allow a siphon to be connected to the end of the circulating-tube 11 to run off the dirty liquid. The apparatus may be applied to disinfect clothes by steam, for which purpose the articles are placed on the lower perforated partition, and the circulating-pipe &c. is removed.
Patent GB-190609866-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Propelling Mechanism for use in connection with Devices for Transmitting Cash or the like from one part of a Building to another.
Inventor: BRELSFORD ROWLAND
Filed: 1906-04-27
Granted: 1907-02-07
Abstract: 9866. Brelsford, R. April 27. Mechanical dispatch apparatus.-Relates to propelling-mechanism for carriages or devices for transmitting cash &c. from one part of a building to another. The cash carriage g, Fig. 1, is drawn to the right by a hook or catch d against a piston i acted upon by the pressure of air in a cylinder il. The catch d is pivoted on a carriage arranged to slide or run on an horizontal member of the frame a, and it is raised by its extremity d' coming in contact with a stop l, the released carriage g being propelled by the expansion of the air in the cylinder i'. The carriage j is returned by a flexible connexion m<1> and spring drum m, and it is drawn to the right by a flexible connexion k attached to a drum n, Figs. 1 and 2, which may taper, as shown in Fig. 3, to compensate for the greater amount of pull required as the air in the cylinder i<1> becomes compressed. There is a larger drum n<1> on the same axis as the drum n, provided with a flexible connexion o and operating-handle o<1> and also, if desired, with a spring for rewinding the connexion o on the drum n. The lower parts of the carriage j and catch d preferably pass through a guide p, and are thereby prevented from lateral displacement, the accidental derailment of the carriage g when the cash-box is being removed being also prevented. A spring may be provided for returning the catch d to its normal position.
Patent GB-190611861-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sheet Metal Roller-bearing Furniture Casters.
Inventor: SCHENCK MARTIN BRYANT
Filed: 1906-05-21
Granted: 1907-01-17
Abstract: 11,861. Lake, H. H., [Schenck,M.B.]. May21. Castors.-The attaching-plate of a sheet-metal roller-bearing castor, which is an improved form of that described in Specification No. 5884, A.D. 1906, is flanged so as to receive a channelled runway ring secured to the pintle, the rollers, guided by an inner runway ring, bearing between the runway ring and the wheel frame, which is held loosely upon the pintle. The attaching-plate 2, Fig. 3, is struck up so as to form two channels concentric with the pintle-hole as shown. An inverted outer cup, of shape corresponding to that of the attaching-plate, has side flanges 15 and an annular flat portion 11, which form a runway and bearing- surface for the stamped sheet-metal rollers 16. The pintle, Fig. 11, has secured firmly together upon it the attaching-plate and runway ring, by forming on it a heavy annular flange 25 seated against the boss 12. The inner runway cup 13 is then placed upon the pintle, the roller bearings being introduced between the two runway rings. The wheel frame is placed upon the projecting end of the pintle, which is upset round a washer 27 holding the parts in position and permitting movement of the wheel frame.
Patent GB-190618303-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Cutting or Slicing Bacon Ham and the like.
Inventor: SIMPSON FRANCIS HENRY
Filed: 1906-08-15
Granted: 1907-03-28
Abstract: 18,303. Simpson, F. H., Walker, W., and Hollings, T. E. Aug. 15. Sawing. - 0 n e edge of the teeth of a circular saw for slicing meat is bevelled on both sides so as to form a knife-edge.
Patent GB-190623528-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Type-setting and Distributing Machines
Inventor: BAKER ARTHUR GEORGE
Filed: 1906-10-23
Granted: 1907-08-22
Abstract: 23,528. Baker, A. G. Oct. 23. Type, setting and distributing.-A distributing- magazine 37, Fig. 1, is fed step by step along the top of a setting-magazine 12 provided with ribbed compartments 14, Fig. 4, for selecting notched type. The magazine 37 travels between tracks 31, 33 on the magazine 12, and is fed by means of a rack 35<a>, Figs. 1 and 6, and a double pawl 38 reversible by means of lips 43 and stops 44. The pawl 38 is pivoted on a rocking arm 39 connected by a link 41 to a crank on a driving-shaft 26. The magazines are formed of plates clamped together by bars 31<a>, 31, 35, 34. The bars 31 of the magazine 12 are extended to form the lower track of the magazine 37 ; the upper track 33 is carried by standards 32 on one bar 31. The feedrack 35<a> is formed on one bar 35 of the magazine 37. Keyboard setting-mechanism is contained in a box-like base 10, and comprises pushers arranged behind the magazine 12 for ejecting the types upon an inclined table 16, provided with curved guides 19 and a diagonal wall 17 for directing the different types by approximately equal paths to the galley 18. The columns of type in the magazine 12 rest on a wall disposed below the end of the magazine to provide a passage for the pushers. The line is advanced in the galley by means of a pusher actuated by an eccentric on a shaft driven by a belt 24 from the shaft 26.
Patent GB-190623903-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Traveller Ring for Ring Spinning and Ring Twisting Frames.
Inventor: DEMOULIN THEODOR
Filed: 1906-10-26
Granted: 1907-06-06
Abstract: 23,903. DÚmoulin, T., and Josephy, G., [proprietor of Josephy's Erben, G.]. Oct. 26. Spindle apparatus.-In traveller rings comprising a conical supporting-portion and a track f inclined to the horizontal, as shown in Fig. 1, the track projects more on the outside of the ring than on the inside thereof, in order to decrease the friction surfaces. As the tension of the thread varies, the traveller moves about the edge n as a fulcrum.
Patent GB-190624037-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in connection with Oil and Vapour Lamps
Inventor: SCOTT-SNELL CHARLES
Filed: 1906-10-29
Granted: 1907-10-24
Abstract: 24,037. Snell, C. Scott-. Oct. 29. Oil lamps ; vapour lamps. - The burner cone F, and the galleries G, H for the chimney and globe, are fixed at the top of two vertical rods C on which the reservoir A, carrying the burner, is slidably mounted so that it can be lowered to facilitate filling, cleaning, trimming, and lighting.
Patent GB-190625744-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Non-refillable Bottles.
Inventor: PACKARD LUCIUS MORTON
Filed: 1906-11-14
Granted: 1907-07-11
Abstract: 25,744. Lake, H. H., [Packard, L. M., Wilde, J. G., Chisholm, W. P., and McLeod, K.]. Nov. 14. Bottles, non-refillable.- To prevent tampering with the valves of non-refillable bottles, a guard 3 of glass or other non-corrosive substance is located in the neck, above the valve. The guard is locked in the neck by spriog pins 9, Fig. 1, or cork pins 10, Fig. 5, and is formed with radial liquid passages 11 connected to tortuous outlets 6. The lower portions of the radial passages are undercut, forming channels 12 and shoulders which reflect any wires introduced down one of the outlets in an attempt to tamper with the valve. Lugs 4 are provided on the bottom of the guard to limit the movement of the valve. [Reference has been directed under Patents Act, 1902, to Specifications No. 4901, A.D. 1895, No. 10,462, A.D. 1904, and No. 22,742, A.D. 1905.]
Patent GB-190625901-A (GB)
Title: Improved Exhaust Silencer
Inventor: COOK WALTER
Filed: 1906-11-16
Granted: 1907-04-18
Abstract: 25,901. Cook, W. Nov. 16. Exhaust-silencers consist of a pipe B having external helical or other grooves b<1>, contained within a casing A to which it is secured.