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Patent GB-190125261-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Construction of Rain-water Troughing for Buildings.
Inventor: WHALLEY WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-12-11
Granted: 1902-03-20
Abstract: 25,261. Whalley, W. Dec. 11. Roofs. -Roof gutters A are made of salt-glazed earthenware, and may be moulded integrally with perforated wall plates or slabs C, which support the rafters. The end joints are made water - tight by cement poured into grooves B in the ends of the gutters, and the gutters are steppedor rabbeted with respect to the slabs. A groove E under the gutter prevents the dripping of water down the wall, and may receive an ornamental plate. Modifications are described in which the gutters are separate from the wall slabs, and are connected by spigot-and-socket joints K, K', or bolts inserted in recesses in the gutters. Undercut recesses may be formed in the base of the gutter to receive mortar.
Patent GB-190126124-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Appliances for Manufacturing Tobacco Pipes, and for Forming Rolls for making Tobacco Pipes, Artist's Crayons, and the like.
Inventor: LAING ROBERT HENRY
Filed: 1901-12-21
Granted: 1903-03-21
Abstract: 26,124. Laing, R. H. Dec. 21. Crayons.-Relates to apparatus for forming rolls for making artists' crayons and the like. The mould is made in two parts A, B, each provided with a number of corresponding recesses, and constructed of plates bolted to frames A<1>, B'. The frame A<1> turns on a transverse rod C, and is actuated by arms C<1>, C<2> operated by the hydraulic ram D<1>, which is formed to engage the recess A<2> when the mould is closed. The frame B' carries a series of cylinders E, to which clay is fed through the duct E', or it may be inserted by hand. A series of plungers, with suitably-shaped ends, are attached to a crosshead G carried by a ram H<1>. A series of wires, to form the bores of the stems, are carried by a crosshead sliding in the frame I<3> under the action of the lever J and links J<2> and bell-crank lever J<3>. The frame I<2> is mounted in bearings, and is adjustably fixed in position by means of the pin I<4> and slotted plate I<5>.
Patent GB-190126598-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Cooling Condensation Water from Steam Engines and the like
Inventor: BALCKE HANS
Filed: 1901-12-30
Granted: 1902-12-30
Abstract: 26,598. Balcke, H. Dec. 30. Condensers, cooling water for.-In the apparatus shown in Fig. 1, a chamber at the bottom of an updraught air shaft is formed with spiral passages for the air by means of stepped plates which are perforated with many holes. The water is supplied to a channel at the top of the chamber, and, overflowing its scalloped edge, flows over the steps and descends in streams from the holes, to a well u, while the air ascends through the spiral passages. In the apparatus shown in Fig. 5, air flows in through openings in the wall of a chamber at the bottom of a shaft and encounters the water streaming down through perforated shelves which are graded in breadth and have scalloped edges.
Patent GB-190201414-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Equalizing Valves for Air Brake Systems for Railway and like Vehicles.
Inventor: WHITING PAUL
Filed: 1902-01-18
Granted: 1902-09-04
Abstract: 1414. Whiting, P. Jan. 18. Brakes, compressed-air. Relates to drivers' equalizing-valves for controlling brake systems. Two cylindrical casings 1, 51, containing rotary valves 3, 52 operated by handles 4, 63 respectively, are bolted to the upper portion 22 of the equalizer valve B. The lower half of the casing 1 contains ports 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 communicating with the main reservoir, the chamber 38, the upper chamber of the cylinder 22, the chamber 39, and the atmosphere respectively, while the valve 3 has nine ports shown in the developed view, Fig. 5. The valve C is similar in construction to the valve A, and the lower half of the casing 51 ha3 three ports 53, 54, 55 leading to the atmosphere, the auxiliary or " straight air" line, and the main reservoir respectively ; the valve 52 has eight ports as shown in Fig. 8. The equalizing - valve B comprises cylinders 22, 23 containing pistons 24, 41. When the spring catch 5 engages the lug 6, or is in the emergency position, the ports 14, 14<1>, and 15, 15<1> register, and air flows from the train-pipe 50 into the chamber 39, and through the ports 20, 14, 14<1>, valve 3, and ports 15<1>, 15 to the atmosphere. With the catch engaging the lug 7, the parts are set for service applications, and the ports 13, 13<1> and 15, 15<1> are in line ; air above the piston 24 is exhausted, and the stem 25 rises with the piston, and allows air in the train-pipe to escape through the slots 30<a>, round the cut-away portion of the stem 25 and ports 31, 32 to the atmosphere. At the third position of the handle 4, all the ports are lapped, while, with the catch 5 in contact with the lug 9, or in the running position, the three pairs of ports 11. 11<1>, 12, 12<1>, and 13, 13<2> register. Air now passes from the main reservoir through the passages 17, 16, ports 11, 11<1>, 12', 12, and passage 18 to the chamber 38, and also through the ports 13', 13 and passage 19 to the cylinder 22. The stem 42 is normally unseated from the valve face 45<a> by the spring 49, and air flows from the chamber 38 through the slotted cylinder 44, stem 42, and chamber 39 to the train-pipe 50 and into the cylinder 22 through the passage 33 and the piston 24 is balanced. When the train-pipe is pumped up, the piston 41 seats the valve stem 42, but any leakage in the train pipe causes the valve to open again, and remain so till the pressure is restored. In the fifth or full release position with the catch against the lug 10, air from the main reservoir flows through the passages and ports 17, 16, 11, 11<2>, 14<2>, 14, and 20, and chamber 39 to the train-pipe 50. The valve C controls the " straight air line in a similar manner to give the full release, service release, tap, emergency, and second emergency positions.
Patent GB-190201933-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Ventilating Fans
Inventor: COOMBS ARTHUR EDWARD
Filed: 1902-01-24
Granted: 1902-11-27
Abstract: 1933. Coombs, A. E. Jan. 24. Fans.-The blades of a screw fan a, a<1>, a' are separated by one or more concentric cylinders c, c<1>.
Patent GB-190210323-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for Bleaching and Conditioning Wheat, Flour or other Cereals.
Inventor: MERCIER WILLIAM TURPIN
Filed: 1902-05-05
Granted: 1903-04-02
Abstract: 10,323. Mercier, W. T. May 5. Bleaching and conditioning grain, flour, and meal. -Relates to apparatus for treating wheat and other cereals or flour and meal with gases for the purposes of bleaching or conditioning. The wheat or flour is fed from a hopper A<1> into a rotary reel A having tossing-blades a and propelling-blades a'. The material passes from the reel A by a shoot A<2> to a similar reel G, and thence by a shoot G<1> to an octagonal reel S having a portion of its surface S<1> covered with gauze, to sift the flour into the conveyer T. The vapours for treating the material are evolved in closed vessels N placed in tanks B, F filled with water heated by steam from the pipes K or by other means. A blower J is provided to force a current of air through the vessels N and thence through the pipes P, H into the reels A, G respectively. The gases finally escape through the hopper A'. A current of cooled air is forced by the blower J through the pipes D and cooler Q into the reel S.
Patent GB-190214838-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Cartridge Cases for use with Firearms.
Inventor: DUNCAN ARTHUR THOMPSON
Filed: 1902-07-03
Granted: 1902-08-21
Abstract: 14,838. Duncan, A. T. July 3. Cartridges, smallarm and machinegun.-The powder charge is made conical at the rear end by inserting a plug e into the cartridge case.
Patent GB-190218734-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Vehicle Tires.
Inventor: GREGORY WALTER IRA
Filed: 1902-08-26
Granted: 1902-11-20
Abstract: 18,734. Gregory, W. I. Aug. 26. Tyres, elastic other than pneumatic; felloes or rims.-Relates to means for attaching a rubber tyre b, of the form shown in section in Fig. 2, to a channel-shaped rim a, of which the flanges may be formed integral with or detachable from the main part. Under the base of the tyre lies a metal ribbon d secured to the tyre by clips e, of which the hooked ends engage projecting loops c fixed to the tyre during its construction, The ends d' of the ribbon are turned up and connected together by a socket piece f. The tread of the tyre may be strengthened by canvas or similar insertions, and, in a modification, the positions of the clips and loops are interchanged.
Patent GB-190222362-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Receptacles for Containing and Administering Volatile Liquids.
Inventor: GEBAUER CHARLES LOUIS
Filed: 1902-10-14
Granted: 1903-02-12
Abstract: 22,362. Gebauer, C. L., Gebauer, T. H., and Haring, H. A. Oct. 14. Medicines, administering.-Relates to receptacles for containing and administering volatile liquids, the discharge of which is effected by the heat of the hand wherein the receptacle is held. The neck 2 of the receptacle 1 is provided with a valve fitting 4, which is screwed on a thimble 5 cemented to the neck, the bore 3 of the neck being made of comparatively large diameter, so that, on removing the fitting 4, the receptacle can be refilled. The fitting 4 is formed with discharge passages 6, 7, which communicate with each other through the enlarged chamber 8, the passage 6 being normally closed by the screw-down valve 2, which is packed by the screw gland 14 and washers 15, 16. The passage 7 opens into the removable nozzle 11, which is fitted with a thimble 10, whereby it is screwed or otherwise secured to the fitting 4. The nozzle 11 is formed with an enlarged chamber 12, and terminates in a tapering capillary orifice 13, of smaller diameter than the passages 6, 7, &c. When the valve 9 is fully open, the chambers 8,12 become filled with the liquid, which is then discharged in a continuous stream. By partially closing the valve, a portion of the liquid vaporizes in the chamber, and causes the discharge to take place in the form of a spray. The discharge aperture may be enlarged, when desired, by breaking off a part of the end 20 of the nozzle. A layer of filtering- material, preferably medicated cotton, is inserted between the nozzle 11 and the passage 7, and is held in place by washers on either side. A washer 19 is also employed to form a tight joint with the neck 3.
Patent GB-190224196-A (GB)
Title: Combination Wrapper and Statement, or Invoice or the like.
Inventor: LODER ERNEST JOHN
Filed: 1902-11-05
Granted: 1903-11-05
Abstract: 24,196. Loder, E. J., Tanner, W. A., Garrett, F., and Tanner, A., [trading as Tanner & Co., R. T.]. Nov. 5. Wrappers.-A postal wrapper is combined with an invoice form or the like. A portion B, Fig. 1, receives the particulars to be communicated. A space A is slotted for a name and address. A covering-flap C has a gummed edge C<2>, and a side flap D receives the stamp. The portion B is folded on itself and then on the portion A. The portion C is folded over the portion B, and the gummed edge is secured to the flap D. A pocket C<3> may be provided, into which passes a corner of the packet. To open the packet, the portions C, D, Fig. 2, may be torn along perforations C<1>, D<1>. A modified form of blank is shown in Fig. 3.
Patent GB-190225354-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Electrolytic Treatment of Liquids of all Kinds.
Inventor: ARZANO CORRADO
Filed: 1902-11-18
Granted: 1903-04-09
Abstract: 25,354. Arzano, C. Nov. 18. Chlorine; hydrogen.-These are obtained in the electrolysis of a salt solution for the manufacture of caustic soda, an apparatus having the electrodes placed near to the surfaces of a porous partition, thin sheets of solution being allowed to flow down between the electrodes and the partition. In the form shown, porous plates d are cemented in grooves in the sides and bottom b of a glass or other vessel a, and in crops-bars c, to form separate anode and cathode compartments. The electrodes are strips e, f, the oblique spaces between these allowing escape of gases from the electrolytes. The anodes e may be graphited carbon strips connected to sheets h of lead covered with insulating- material. The cathodes f may be bent sheet iron. The solutions are supplied from distributing-boxes l, and discharged through outlets u. The compartments are closed by covers q with liquid seals, and are provided with gas outlets w. In another form, the electrodes are thin vertical strips, placed near the porous partition, and supported by non- conducting strips placed horizontally behind them. Caustic soda solution is strengthened in the cathode compartments, and salt solution is supplied to the anode compartments.
Patent GB-190226980-A (GB)
Title: A Method of Manufacturing Steel from Chromic Pig Iron.
Inventor: LEITCH CHARLES MALCOLM
Filed: 1902-12-06
Granted: 1903-08-06
Abstract: 26,980. Leitch, C. M., [Massenez, O.]. Dec. 6. Open-hearth processes; chrome steel.-Pig iron, rich in chromium (i.e. one per cent. or more), is converted by an open-hearth process into steel, which may contain under 0À3 per cent. The stiffening action of the chromic oxide on the slag is counteracted by the addition of fluxes, such as a chloride or fluoride if an alkali or alkaline earth, or the carbonate of an alkali. The flux may be added in portions and slag removed at intervals to obtain a rich slag. The steel may be finished in the same furnace, or in a converter, or another open hearth. The steel, so made, is also claimed.
Patent GB-190301286-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Feeding, Printing and Cutting Strips of Material.
Inventor: KOPS SAMUEL
Filed: 1903-01-19
Granted: 1903-09-03
Abstract: 1286. Kops, S. Jan. 29, A.D. 1902, [date applied for under Patents Act, A.D. 1901]. Platen presses; cutting-apparatus feeding-apparatus for webs. -Relates to a machine for feeding strips of tape or other material and for printing and cutting off required lengths, applicable for printing the tape or fabric used as waistbands for corsets. The strip is fed by three pairs of feed-rollers n, o, r, the rollers of each pair being geared together, and the upper rollers of the three pairs geared together by chain gearing so as to move in unison. The upper roller n is driven intermittently by a segmental gear t driven by bevel and chain gearing 29, 8 from a shaft a in bearings in the standards 2, 3. During the periods of rest, the strip is printed on a bed s by types &c. in a chase v on a frame g, g<1>, which is attached to blocks f, f<1> reciprocated vertically in the standards 3 by cranks and rods d, e, d<1>, e<1>. The forme is inked by rollers k carried by endless chains i, i<1> running on rollers and guided, by the parts g<1> of the frames g, over an ink disc or plate. The chains are operated to move the rollers k to and fro over the forme and ink plate, by sprocket-wheels h<1> driven by gearing l, l<1>, 19, 20 and a pinion 21 gearing with a fixed rack 11 on the framing. The lengths are cut off by cutting- cylinders u, u<1> driven by chain and bevel gearing 9, 32. The length of strip cut off at each operation may be varied by increasing or decreasing the length of the periphery of the segment t.
Patent GB-190304871-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Slide Valve and Piston Lubricating Devices.
Inventor: KOHN ADALBERT
Filed: 1903-03-02
Granted: 1903-04-02
Abstract: 4871. Kohn, A. March 2. Lubricating slide valves and pistons. The lubricant is supplied directly to the under surface of the valve, to the valve seating, and to live steam by oil-spraying pipes b, the diverging nozzles of which in the inlet ports of the cylinder are directed towards the valve seating. In the case of an engine having an inclined slide valve, a nozzle with a single outlet is sufficient.
Patent GB-190305510-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Chimney Tops in Order to Prevent Down Draught.
Inventor: SMITH GEORGE
Filed: 1903-03-10
Granted: 1904-01-28
Abstract: 5510. Smith, G., and Greig, W. March 10. Chimney tops.- To prevent downdraught, diamondshaped metal bars a are arranged in the form of a cross, as shown, or in parallel lines, or otherwise, in the top of the chimney; the bars are preferably hollow. Trough or V-shaped bars a<1> are placed below them, in columns, and are held together by vertical strips brazed to them and to the top bars in the middle. The top bars have lugs at their ends resting on the rim of the chimney ; the ends of the under bars are brazed to strips which are bent into a flange, also resting on the top of the chimney.
Patent GB-190309133-A (GB)
Title: A Process of Preparing Dry Extract of Chicory,
Inventor: REICHERT FREDERICK JOHN
Filed: 1903-04-22
Granted: 1904-03-24
Abstract: 9133. Reichert, F. J., and Heydemann, C. L. J. J. April 22. Extracts.-In a process for preparing a dry extract of chicory, also applicable, according to the Provisional Specification, to dandelion root and acorns, the unroasted chicory root is treated with successive quantities of boiling lime water, the liquid being kept neutral or slightly alkaline by the addition of slaked lime, and the material preferably crushed during the process. The liquid extract is evaporated, preferably in vacuo, until it attains a syrupy consistence, when it is dried in suitable apparatus, such as a revolving retort heated by gas or steam. The dried material is afterwards roasted in the same apparatus, and then rapidly cooled by applying a spray to the outside of the vessel, after which it may be pulverized. To preserve the aroma in the finished extract, the first and last portions of the distillates obtained during the evaporating process, and the whole of the distillate from the drying process, are collected and agitated with chloroform or other suitable vehicle ; the chloroform containing the aroma is then driven off by distillation at a low temperature, until only a small quantity of chloroform remains with the essential oils, and this is added to the extract, preferably after it has been dried in the retort.
Patent GB-190310849-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Brakes and Fenders for Railway and like Vehicles.
Inventor: PENNING-DUPUIS EDUARD
Filed: 1903-05-12
Granted: 1904-04-14
Abstract: 10,849. Dupius, E. Penning-. May 12. Starting and stopping; obstruction - removers.-In stopping a vehicle, the energy is stored up in a spring and is used for re-starting. The stopping -mechanism is brought into operation either by hand or by the obstruction-remover when it strikes an obstacle. A lever g, Fig. 1, formed with two toothed segments g<1>, g<8> is pivoted to a sliding block e, which can be moved by a lever c to bring either the segment g<1> into engagement with a wheel h, which gears with a wheel h<1> on one axle, or the segment g<2> into engagement with a wheel o on another axle. The first operation causes the spring k to be extended and the vehicle to be stopped. The spring k is retained in the extended position by a spring catch m. To start the vehicle, the block e is moved to bring the segment g<3> into gear with the wheel o, and, at the same time, to release the catch m by means of a rod n. The spring k then assists in starting the vehicle. The last tooth of the segment g<1> is made as a spring. The segments g', g' may be arranged as shown in Fig. 4, so as to act both on the same axle. A fender p, Fig. 1, at the front of the vehicle is formed with a spring flap at the bottom and is hinged to a lever r, which bears against the lever c so as to put the stopping-gear in action when an obstacle strikes the fender. If an obstacle passes the fender p, a net u is lowered by a connection t<2> with the top of the fender. The fender is, normally, held up by a spring q.
Patent GB-190312633-A (GB)
Title: Improvement connected with Oars, Sculls, and the like.
Inventor: AYLING GEORGE JAMES
Filed: 1903-06-04
Granted: 1904-03-10
Abstract: 12,633. Ayling, G. J. June 4. Oars.-For strengthening the looms of oars, sculls, and the like, longitudinal grooves are formed in them and covered with metal or wood plates. Figs. 1, 3, 6, and 7 are cross-sections showing, by way of example, the formation of the grooves A, and the application of the plates C.
Patent GB-190317368-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Gold Washing or like Machine.
Inventor: VALK CHRISTIAAN CORNELIS VAN D
Filed: 1903-08-10
Granted: 1903-11-26
Abstract: 17,368. Valk, C. C. van der. Aug. 10. Washing gold ores; amalgamating.-The ore is mixed with water and placed in the trough 1, Fig. 1, an opening in the bottom of which communicates with the reservoir 2 containing mercury. The trough is carried by a rod 15, which is capable of a vertical movement in the hemispherical bearing 5 ; the bearing may have a rotary movement in the slide 4. The rod carries a roller 17, which bears on the toothed-wheel 20. Keyed to the shaft 22 is a box 23 having guide-bolts 24. The roller and forked piece 25 are pressed against the inner-toothed surface of the wheel 21 by a spring 26. The rod 16 engages in a square hole in the forked piece 25. On rotating the shaft 29 a double wave-motion is communicated to the trough. The same portion of the trough is prevented from being always at the lowest point by a sleeve 16 keyed to the rod 15, connected with the fork 17 by a pin engaging in a circular groove, and by a rod 18 loosely carried by the sleeve 16 and connected to the frame of the machine by a universal joint. The amount of shaking the trough receives is controlled by altering the vertical position of the slide 4. To empty the trough, the slide 4 is brought to the position shown by the dotted lines. The gold or other metal is recovered from the mercury amalgam by distillation &c.
Patent GB-190400486-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or connected with Two-speed Gearing, specially applicable to Spinning Mules and other Textile Machinery.
Inventor: KERFOOT JOHN THOMAS
Filed: 1904-01-08
Granted: 1904-11-10
Abstract: 486. Kerfoot, J. T. Jan. 8. Mules.-Relates to speed gearing, specially applicable to spinning- mules &c. Upon the mule-driving shaft A are keyed a pulley C, provided with internal teeth Q, and two loose pulleys B, D, the latter having a loose spindle 0 provided with a pinion P, gearing with the teeth Q, and another pinion N gearing with a fixed spur-wheel M upon the hanger or bracket K. The carriage may strike a tappet and actuate levers secured to a belt fork so that the belt is moved in succession upon the pulley C, giving a low speed, and upon the pulley D, giving a higher speed in the middle part of the carriage travel.
Patent GB-190401828-A (GB)
Title: Improved Appliance for Filtering or Straining and Aerating Milk.
Inventor: BUCKLER WILLIAM JAMES
Filed: 1904-01-25
Granted: 1904-12-01
Abstract: 1828. Buckler, W. J. Jan. 25. Milk strainers.-Relates to an aÙrating and straining appliance adapted to fit into the top of an ordinary railway milk churn or the like. The appliance consists of a perforated receptacle a, Fig. 2, tapering towards a well b for the collection of sediment. A finely-meshed cylinder f fits centrally within the vessel a, being supported upon a projecting rib of the vessel, and leaving a space g between it and the vessel for the purpose of ensuring a quiet flow of the strained milk without churning. The cover h is formed of a metal plate sloping towards an aperture in the centre as shown. The vessel a is provided with handles d which serve to support the strainer at the top of the churn. Fig. 4 shows a modification adapted to a milk pan i.
Patent GB-190405886-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Tobacco Pipe
Inventor: BENITZ FRANZ
Filed: 1904-03-10
Granted: 1904-05-19
Abstract: 5886. Benitz, F. March 10. Tobacco pipes.-The channel f, Fig. 2, is continued through the bowl of the pipe as shown at c. By means of the part d of the plug e, Fig. 3, the openings b or c may be closed at will. For cleaning the pipe, the plug is turned into the position shown in Fig. 2, and the tobacco juice blown through c, while, for smoking, the plug is turned so that its part d closes up the opening c.