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Patent GB-190715109-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Steam Superheaters.
Inventor: HENNINGER ADAM
Filed: 1907-07-01
Granted: 1907-10-31
Abstract: 15,109. Henninger, A. July 1. Locomotives. - A superheater, composed of sinuous tubes b connected to lateral headers c, occupies the usual enlarged part f of the uptake, and also the part of the smoke-box that is above the nest of fire-tubes g. Access to the tubes b is facilitated by hinging the upper part h of the uptake to the lower part f. Sliding doors i are also provided.
Patent GB-190717206-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ladies' Hat Pins
Inventor: MUNDY NEIL
Filed: 1907-07-27
Granted: 1908-07-27
Abstract: 17,206. Mundy, N. July 27. Pins, dress and like.-Hat-pins are provided with a funnel-mouthed screw point protector A. [Reference has been directed under Section 7 of Patents &c., Act, 1907, to Specification No. 27,833, A.D. 1903.]
Patent GB-190718799-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Bonnets for Automobile Engines.
Inventor: HADDAN REGINALD
Filed: 1907-08-20
Granted: 1908-02-13
Abstract: 18,799. Haddan, R., [Soc. Anon. " Automobiles Victoria "]. Aug. 20. Motor road vehicles.-Bonnets or hoods for the engines of automobiles are provided with one or more flexible sliding doors mounted in separate grooved guides on the dash-board and radiator respectively, so that the doors may overlap when opened. In the construction shown in Figs. 1 and 2, the sides of the bonnet consist of corrugated sheet-metal doors D, E sliding in grooves in the radiator A and dash-board A', the doors being provided with handles M, N. A wide or narrow fixed portion is provided at the upper part of the bonnet so as to cover the junction line of the sliding doors. In modifications, the guides for the doors are formed in independent frames which can be removed bodily when desired.
Patent GB-190722073-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Boot and Shoe Heels.
Inventor: BOSTOCK WILLIAM FOX
Filed: 1907-10-07
Granted: 1908-01-30
Abstract: 22,073. Bostock, W. F. Oct. 7. Heels.-A heel is composed of a number of thin continuous lifts b alternated by thicker lifts a, which are composed of a number of waste pieces 12, 13 of leather such as are left after soles, heels, lifts, &c. have been cut out by dies, or after a solerounding operation. The waste pieces are glued and placed together in some such manner as that shown in Fig. 1 and squeezed together by side pressure, a thin lift b being then glued in position to effect a firm union between the several sections of the lift. The top lift may be continuous or composed of sections. When the latter arrangement is used, the junctions of the sections are obliterated, and at the same time the tread face is ornamented by the use of a milling-tool.
Patent GB-190724366-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to the Rings of Removable Chain Mail Covers for Pneumatic Tyres.
Inventor: MARAZZANI SALVATORE AUTERI
Filed: 1907-11-04
Granted: 1907-12-31
Abstract: 24,366. Marazzani, S. A. Nov. 4. Metallic fabrics.-Chain-mail tyre protectors, of the type described in Specification No. 27,382, A.D. 1906, [Abridgment Class Wheels &c.], are formed of alternate series of rings c, d of flat, rectangular, and round section respectively. The protector is attached to adjustable side wires by means of rings b. The rings are united by autogenous welding.
Patent GB-190725471-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Needle Threaders.
Inventor: GLISSON GEORGE FREDERICK
Filed: 1907-11-16
Granted: 1908-05-07
Abstract: 25,471. Glisson, G. F., Dolling, F., and Baker, S. Nov. 16. Needle cases. - The sliding piston 3 of a needle-threader is made hollow and fitted with a cap 5, to form a needle case. The cap may be screwed on or secured by pins and bayonet slots.
Patent GB-190726059-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Ink Wells.
Inventor: HEISSENBERGER JOHN
Filed: 1907-11-25
Granted: 1908-10-15
Abstract: 26,059. Heissenberger, J. Nov. 30, 1906, [date applied for under Patents Act, 1901]. Inkstands.-In a receptacle for ink or other liquid, the dipping-cup is pivoted and shaped as shown. When closed, the scoop 6 dips into the ink, the slope of the underside of the pivoted cup being downwardly inclined. On opening to the position shown, the ink in the scoop 6 runs into the front portion 4. An orifice 7 ensures the admission of ink, and the walls of the conduit 5 have overflow notches 9. The front of the body portion 1 is made open, and is fitted with the flanged plate 14 to which the dipping-cup is hinged and which is held on by a rubber or like gasket 16. A flexible diaphragm 17 is secured to the flange 15 and the exterior walls of the dipping-cup 4. Flats 12 on the plate 10 hold the cup in the open or closed position, and a flange 13<1> engages a projection 13 of the gasket 16 to form a tight joint. The top of the body 1 is adapted for holding pens and stamps, and the ink-well may be filled through a separate aperture.
Patent GB-190726509-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Ironing Board.
Inventor: BUTCHER LOUIS JAMES
Filed: 1907-11-30
Granted: 1908-04-09
Abstract: 26,509. Butcher, L. J. Nov. 30. Ironing.-An ironing-board a is supported by means of a pivoted leg b having a notched extension c for engagement with the edge of a table d or the like, which is gripped between the end of the board and the extension. Additional support is afforded by an adjustable hinged strut e.
Patent GB-190728271-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Paper-folding and Pasting Mechanism.
Inventor: MAYER EMERICH CARL
Filed: 1907-12-23
Granted: 1908-08-06
Abstract: 28,271. Mayer, E. C., Mehle, M., and Decman, A. Dec. 23. Folding paper; feeding sheets.-In mechanism for pasting and folding the edge of a sheet of paper or the bottom of a paper bag, the paper &c. is fed by bands e, Fig. 2, against an adjustable stop v so that it rests on the vertically movable table a. An india-rubber band i, Fig. 4, running round pulleys m, k through a paste trough, is raised by a cam g to contact with the under surface of the paper. The driving-mechanism of the band i is such that it is stationary at the moment of contact. The table a is raised to press the india-rubber roller r, which feeds the paper forwards, the edge being folded by the stationary table h.
Patent GB-190802469-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Tin Opener
Inventor: LOCKLEY DAVID
Filed: 1908-02-04
Granted: 1908-10-01
Abstract: 2469. Lockley, D., Powell, H., and Dineley, F. Feb. 4. Cans, opening.-A tin.opener consists of an indented bar B with a sliding cutter A fixed by a thumb-screw. At one end is a handle C provided with a spike c<1>, which is used for piercing the centre of the can top. The other end of the bar is curved and tapered, to adapt it to enter the hole made by the spike c<1>.
Patent GB-190805720-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Holder for use when Stropping or Honing the Blades of Safety Razors.
Inventor: NEWBERY FRANK
Filed: 1908-03-14
Granted: 1909-02-18
Abstract: 5720. Newbery, F. March 14. Razors, safety. A clip or holder for use when honing or stropping the blades of safety-razors consists of a doubled length of spring steel, the ends of which are provided with relatively wide inclined jaws c, d, having internal pads of india-rubber or other resilient material, normally maintained apart but adapted to be forced together by a lever e pivoted to a frame f secured to, and encircling, the clip. The outer end of the lever is curved so as to accommodate the thumb or finger.
Patent GB-190807790-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Device for Absorbing and Rendering Innocuous the Noxious Fumes in the Exhaust of Oil Engines, Gas Engines and the like.
Inventor: THORNTON NORMAN MUSCHAMP
Filed: 1908-04-08
Granted: 1908-10-15
Abstract: 7790. Thornton, N. M. April 8. Gas and like engines, purifying exhaust of. To absorb the noxious fumes, such as carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, in the exhaust gases of oil and like engines, and especially of engines in mines or other places where ventilation is difficult, the gases issuing from the exhaust pipe F or F<2> are caused to impinge on water in the lower part of a cylindrical vessel A, and then pass, along with the steam produced, through coke &c. C contained in the upper part of the vessel. The coke is supported on a perforated plate B, and is moistened by water from a pipe D. The vessel is fitted with an overflow pipe E and a sludge cock H.
Patent GB-190808510-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Shaping Machines.
Inventor: FLETCHER ALGERNON
Filed: 1908-04-16
Granted: 1908-11-26
Abstract: 8510. Fletcher, A., and Fletcher, E. C. April 16. Shaping.-In a shaping-machine which has all its sliding surfaces of cylindrical form, the tool is held in a round bar J vertically adjustable in a sleeve G<1>. This sleeve is carried by a cylindrical ram C, which has a fixed cylindrical guide-bar C<1> on which slides a collar D<2> attached to the ram C. A screw D<1> attaching the collar D<2> to the ram, whereby rotational adjustment of the ram is permitted, also secures the operating-lever F. The central support is cylindrical, as shown, and the work-table L slides on round bars K.
Patent GB-190810399-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Fastening Partial Dentures as applied to Dentistry
Inventor: FARNELL ROBERT JOHN
Filed: 1908-05-13
Granted: 1908-10-08
Abstract: 10,399. Farnell, R. J. May 13. Teeth, artificial teeth, regulating. - Partial dentures are retained in place by one or more strips made with or attached to the denture and pressing laterally, or laterally and internally, with a spring action against the natural teeth, in such a position as to be hidden. Fig. 12 illustrates one form, consisting of a strip B of dental alloy &c., having a dovetailed or other projection b<2> to be embedded in the denture and attached to a gold or like strip A, which is coated with rubber &c. on the side a' which presses the tooth. Preferably the projection b<2> is perforated, so that it can be pinned in place during the vulcanizing of the denture, and the strips A, B may be joined in the middle. In other forms, the device consists of a piece of metal which may be straight or angular, or bent to form prongs, or bent into the shapes shown in Figs. 13 and 16. The device may be used for regulating the position of natural teeth.
Patent GB-190811443-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Linotype Matrices and Mechanism for Assembling and Distributing the same
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1908-05-26
Granted: 1909-05-26
Abstract: 11,443. Boult, A. J., [Bates, A. H.]. May 26. Type-bar making machines ; stereotypematrix machines.-Relates to means for assembling and distributing matrices or dies having characters on opposite faces. The matrix consists of a flat plate a, Fig. 7, provided with characters a' in intaglio' or relief and with distributing-nicks a<2> on both edges. Projections a<4> formed by notches a<3> in the ends of the matrix support the latter during distribution. Distributing-mechanism. A line of matrices is fed into a channel b, Fig. 1, formed by plates b<1>, b<2>, and is pressed by a spring-actuated follower against a plate b<3>. The end matrix is lifted by a pusber c<1> into one of the cells d<3> of a series of carriers d. The lifting of more than one matrix is prevented by a pair of spring-pressed plungers b<5>, which engage bevelled grooves a<5> in the matrices. The carriers d are guided by pins d<5> travelling in elliptical grooves in two plates e, and are advanced by rack - teeth and a pinion e<3>. The matrices are carried over the upper ends of channels f<4> formed by partitions f <7>, at the upper ends of which are selector plates f having wards corresponding with the nicks in the matrices. The matrices are supported over the partitions f<7> by the selector plates f, and over the channels by interrupted tongues f <5>, which engage the projections a' of the matrices. When a matrix reaches the selector plate corresponding to it, it falls a distance equal to the height of the wards. The projections a' are then below the level of the tongues f <5> so that the matrix falls into the next channel f<4>. In order that the matrices may assume the same position in the magazine whichever side is upwards during distribution, each matrix has at one end a projection a<7>. As the matrix falls into the channel f<4>, the projection a' strikes one of two ribs f<10>, Fig. 2, about which it swings downwards and enters the magazine in a vertical position. Assembly mechanism. The matrices are released from the magazine channels f<11>, Fig. 3, by escapement levers g operated by rods g<4>, and fall through a horizontally - sliding gate b into the assembly channel When it is desired to invert the matrices, the gate h is moved to the rear so that the matrices fall into a receptacle i<2>, by which they are caused to make half a revolution before entering the channel i. The gate h is operated by a hand-lever k.
Patent GB-190813741-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Single Track Vehicles.
Inventor: AUGUST SCHERL
Filed: 1908-06-29
Abstract: 13,741. Scherl, A. June 29, 1907, [date applied for under Section 91 of Patents &c. Act, 1907]. Void. [Published under Patents &c. Act, 1907.] Single-rail vehicles are held in equilibrium by two sets of gyroscopes, one set of which (equilibrium gyroscopes 6, 7) corrects deviations due to wind, load, &c., the other set (curve gyroscopes 5) corrects those due to centrifugal force on curves. The gyroscopes are mounted in a frame 2, which is fixed relatively to the car while on a straight course but which is released by automatic withdrawal of the bolt 13 when on a curve and can then oscillate relatively to the car. When wind acts on the left side of the car and deviates it from vertical, the frame 9 presses on contact 15 and completes a circuit which energizes an electromagnet and so attracts an armature 21. This attraction causes the gyroscope to exert an upward pressure and so correct the deviation. Fig. 7 shows the circuit for the electro-magnets 38, 39. A feeler 48 travels on the rail in advance and regulates the resistance 51 according to the curvature ; the governor 53 regulates the resistance 52 according to the speed. Thus the pressure exerted by the gyroscope 5 on the stops 46 or 47, which are connected to the car, is regulated. Rolling contact 54<a> is for decreasing the gyroscope pressure as the car becomes inclined inwards on a curve. Stops 58, 59 are provided which move backwards relatively to the car as that becomes inclined, and so ensure the continuous action of the equilibrium gyroscopes. Gearing 64, 63, 62 brings about backward movement.
Patent GB-190816453-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Devices for Cleaning Windows.
Inventor: ALLISON JOHN WESLEY
Filed: 1908-08-04
Granted: 1909-02-04
Abstract: 16,453. Allison, J. W. Aug. 4. Windows, cleaning.-Windows, particularly those of automobiles, are cleaned by means of a pivoted bar E, which is drawn down by a string or tape L and returned by a spring roller N. The bar E is guided by rods H and rollers G, and is so mounted that when drawn down it is swung into a position in which a wiper D makes contact with the pane. The roller N and guide-rods H may be adjusted in brackets J, R.
Patent GB-190816654-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Automatic Safety Devices for Lifts, Pit Cages and the like.
Inventor: ALLEN GEORGE WILLIAM
Filed: 1908-08-07
Granted: 1909-02-18
Abstract: 16,654. Allen, G. W., and Burnell, J. Aug. 7. Safety suspending-apparatus for lifts, pit cages, &c. One or more split hollow casings are attached by iron straps to the cage, and contain clamping - wedges normally withheld from engagement with the guides by rods and levers connecting them, through an adjustable shackle, to the hoisting-cable. The clip comprises two parts a, a<1> secured to each other and to the cage by straps encircling the recesses b. The casing encloses a wedge-shaped block d having a vertical gripping-surface, grooved to fit the strands of the guide-rope c and engaging on its rear face with an inclined portion a<1> of the casing. Normally the block ris kept in its lowest. position in contact with a stop h and out of engagement with the rope by means of a link e. This link is connected at its lower end to a lever loosely pivoted on the cage frame and connected at its other end to a rod, which is coupled by an adjustable shackle to one of the bridle chains of the suspension device. If the haulage cable breaks, a spring g forces the blosk d upwards into engagement with the guide-rope and sustains the cage. Similar clips may be applied to the other guideropes.
Patent GB-190817347-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Housing and Applying Step Carpets or the like in Motor and other Vehicles, and for like use.
Inventor: MORGAN KATE
Filed: 1908-08-18
Granted: 1908-12-10
Abstract: 17,347. Morgan, K., [trading as Wolstenholme, K.]. Aug. 18. [Patent of Addition to No. 23,574, A.D. 1907.] Footboards and steps.-The apparatus described in Specification No. 23,574, A.D. 1907, in which a carpet is adapted to be unwound from a spring roller to cover motor-vehicle steps and other surfaces, and to be brushed by rotary brushes when retracted, is modified by the introduction of gearing in place of the spring for the purpose of retracting the carpet. The invention is described mainly as applicable to carpets laid temporarily across pavements in front of houses on the occasion of balls &c. The carpet a, Fig. 1, with weighted end 1 and handle 2 is carried by a roller b running in bearings in the end walls of the housing. Rotary brushes 14, 21 are arranged to brush the carpet which passes between them. The carpet roller b is rotated by means of a chain 6 driven by hand through chain-wheels 7, 5. Instead of a handle 23, a pulley can be used, driven by any suitable power. The carpet roller is connected by chain-wheels 10 and chain 11 with the chain-wheel ]2 on the upper roller-brush axle 13, which is in turn geared with and drives the roller brush 21 through chain 18 and chain-wheels 17,19. The brushes are adjusted in position by shifting the respective axles in the slots 22 of the brackets 16. The brushes may be arranged to run free during the outward movement of the carpet so as to act only as guide-rolls. A door is provided at the bottom of the housing to permit of access to the interior.
Patent GB-190819483-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Method of Holding Casks during the Operation of Chiming, Crozing and Howelling.
Inventor: WHITELAW CHARLES SEMPLE
Filed: 1908-09-16
Granted: 1909-07-15
Abstract: 19,483. Whitelaw, C. S. Sept. 16. Lathes.-In a chiming, crozing, and howelling lathe, rings K are placed at the extreme ends of the casks and are held in chuck plates H. The chucks are driven by means of teeth N, and the frames P are provided with means for moving them for insertion and removal of work. A suitable size for the rings is two inches deep by half an inch thick.
Patent GB-190820089-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in or relating to Cylinders usually termed Assistant Cylinders as used in connection with the Slide Valves of Steam Engines.
Inventor: COLLIS ARTHUR BENTALL
Filed: 1908-09-24
Granted: 1909-02-18
Abstract: 20,089. Collis, A. B. Sept. 24. Slide valves, balancing.-The assistant cylinder A is provided with a piston 0 the rod B of which is connected to the main slide valve. As the piston C rises, a groove D in the rod B registers with a steam passage E admitting steam to the lower end of the cylinder A. At a certain stage, steam is admitted to the upper end of the cylinder through by-pass slots F in the cylinder wall, and at the end of the stroke is exhausted through a port G.
Patent GB-190820258-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Hoods, Wind Screens and like Devices for Motor Road Vehicles.
Inventor: MARRYAT FREDERICK TOWNSHEND
Filed: 1908-09-26
Granted: 1909-07-08
Abstract: 20,258. Marryat, F. T. Sept. 26. Motor road vehicles.-The wind-screen frame of motor vehicles carries a roller B, from which may be unwound a strip C of waterproof material to form a rain scseen for the wind screen. The screen C is extended by pivoted arms E secured in position by a winged nut and quadrants E<1>. The roller may be spring-controlled, the catches therefor being operated by a cord B'. The curved plate D forms a gutter for rain falling on the screen C in the open position and co-operates with a similar but fixed plate B<1> to form a casing for the roller B when the screen C is not extended. A detachable extension G of the hood F is also provided. Both the screen C and the extension G may be provided with side flaps adapted to fold over on to the upper side of the main portion when not required. The sides of the wind screen frame are provided with curved flaps J which serve to prevent the entrance of draught at the edges of the side flaps.
Patent GB-190820280-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Baths and the like.
Filed: 1908-09-26
Granted: 1909-01-14
Abstract: 20,280. Marks, E. C. R., [Thiergartner und Voltz & Wittmer Ges.]. Sept. 26. Traps for baths. The trapping pipe 14 leading from the bathroom is removable to render the outlet 6 accessible for cleansing.
Patent GB-190821963-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Valves for Inflated Tyres.
Inventor: MARSHALL DALE
Filed: 1908-10-17
Granted: 1909-03-11
Abstract: 21,963. Marshall, D. Oct. 17. No Patent granted (Sealingfee not paid). Plug cocks; casings.-An inflating-valve for tyres, more especially those having two or more tubes one within another, is characterized by a perforated and grooved collar A surrounding the head C' of the valve body C and situated between the walls of the two tubes T<1>, T<2>. The end of the stem K, of the usual inflating-valve J is situated inside the head C<1> and is formed as a rotary plug valve M provided with a groove M<1> whereby one of two passages F<1>, F<2> leading into the respective tubes is closed while the other passage is open for the inflation of a tube. To inflate the other tube, the stem K and the valve M are turned half-way round. To secure the valve in the adjusted positions, projections 0 on the stem K engage the valve body C. According to the Provisional Specification, the valve M may be a sliding valve.
Patent GB-190824233-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Carburetters for Internal Combustion Engines.
Inventor: REDFERN CHARLES GEORGE
Filed: 1908-11-11
Granted: 1909-06-03
Abstract: 24,233. Redfern, C. G., [Schweizerische Werkzeug-Industrie-Ges. Katz & Co.]. Nov. 11. Gas or explosive-vapour engines, carburetting in. In a carburettor, the air and fuel supplies are regulated simultaneously and mixing is effected by one or more cones with apices directed towards the fuel nozzle, the cones being perforated like a grater to present a number of rasp-like projections. The casing a has inlets b. c for cold and warm air respectively, controlled by slots i in the rotary valve g actuated by the handle l. This valve has formed with it the slotted sleeve h which controls the fuel issuing from the nozzle e, which is provided with a spraying-cone and slots f. The cone o spreads the incoming cold air, and the cone n, which becomes heated by the warm air, facilitates mixing of air and fuel. The iris diaphragm or shutter p controls the mixture. When used on motor-cars, the operating-handle of the valve g may be coupled to the brake, so that when this is applied the admission of air and fuel is at the same time decreased. In the modification shown in Fig. 4, the fuel flowing through the passages s is controlled by a plate r, which is actuated by the valve g through a pin-and-slot mechanism. A sprayer u and several cones n are provided.