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Patent GB-190109194-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Lamp Signalling Apparatus.
Filed: 1901-05-03
Granted: 1902-05-01
Abstract: 9194. Armstrong, Whitworth, & Co. Sir W. G., and Lloyd, E. W. May 3. Signals, flash.-In the lamp signalling- apparatus described in Specification No. 17,770, A.D. 1888, a coil b of high resistance is inserted between the points of contact a', a<2> of the key a, to prevent sparking at the key. The coil should be wound inductively on a core connected to an iron casing surrounding the bobbin, and its resistance must be so high as to prevent the shutters of the lantern from opening or closing when the coil is in direct circuit.
Patent GB-190109956-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Couplings for Lead Pipes and the like
Inventor: BROOKES ALFRED GEORGE
Filed: 1901-05-14
Granted: 1901-06-15
Abstract: 9956. Brookes, A. G., [New Haven Novelty Machine Co.]. May 14. Butt joints ; screw unions; lead p i p e joints. - Relates to couplings for lead pipes, or for pipes and valves or other externally-threaded castings, whereby the joint is made gas and fluid tight without the use of solder or packing. The pipe coupling, Fig. 2, comprises the externally-threaded sleeve B and the engaging portion A, the pipes being suitably flanged and the shoulders a', b<1> forming acute angles with the pipes. The part B is preferably screwed up by a wrench to make the joint tight. The coupling with the valve, Fig. 3, consists of the screwed nut b<x>, having the neck portion b<3> fitting within the end of the pipe and expanding it, and the engaging portion B<1> which is rotated to make the joint.
Patent GB-190114755-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Air Pumps for Inflating Purposes
Inventor: ZANGENBERG WALTHER
Filed: 1901-07-19
Granted: 1902-05-15
Abstract: 14,755. Zangenberg, W. July 19. Inflating, pumps for. The delivery hose s is attached to the valve tube c on a pneumatic tyre by a nut d, which turns freely about the end of a cylinder a. The cylinder contains a piston f with an axial hole which is pressed on to the valve tube by the air pressure and makes a tight joint.
Patent GB-190117759-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Grinding and Polishing Machines for Cutlery and the like.
Inventor: NUTT JOSEPH NATHANIEL
Filed: 1901-09-05
Granted: 1901-11-30
Abstract: 17,759. Nutt, J. N., [Johnston, A.]. Sept. 5. Surfacing and polishing table knives &c. The knife blade is held in a vertical position in the holder x, the surface already polished being backed by a sheet of paper held by a clamp 38 against a block of wood. The holder x is adjustably attached by rods 19 to a fork 20 supported by a fork w fixed to the end of a spindle v. This spindle turns in a sleeve u on the end of an arm s which swings on horizontal pivots at r. The spindle v carries an arm y which extends between fixed pins z. The arm s is oscillated by projections t on a horizontal bar d moved to and fro by a cam-actuated lever n. Thus the motion of the bar d causes the workholder x to swing and, by reason of the arm y, also to twist slightly. These movements prevent striations from being formed by the grinding- wheel e. The different parts of the surface of the knife &c. are brought against the wheel e by means of the rod 13 jointed at 16 to the holder x and actuated by a heart-shaped cam 12 and spring 17. The cam is fixed to a ratchet-wheel 5, which is oscillated against a weighted pawl 26 pivoted at 22. The work is brought against the wheel e, and the cam 12 started, by a treadle which operates a lever 21. The lever 21 raises the rods 24, 29 by means of the pins 23, the rods 24, 29 being connected by a spring 28. The pawl 26 is thus raised into the path of the oscillating ratchet-wheel 5 so as to operate it. The rod 24 is held up by a hook 30 at its upper end. The hook is pressed to the right by a spring pin so as to engage with the rim 32. The hook is pressed back at the end of one revolution of the cam by a screw 31 acting on an incline. The spring 28 is then free to pull the rod 24 down and stop the grinding operation.
Patent GB-190120714-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Yarn or Thread Guides for Spinning and Winding Machines
Inventor: SUTTON JOHN BRUCE
Filed: 1901-10-16
Granted: 1902-08-21
Abstract: 20,714. Sutton, J. B. Oct. 16. Thread guides.-A slit a<1> is made in a piece of sheet metal a, and the edges lined with a piece of channelled wire b, which is bent and sprung into position, and subsequently secured by soldering &c.
Patent GB-190122444-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in, or relating to, Drop-side Cots, Hospital Bedsteads, Ships and other Berths, and Analogous Articles.
Filed: 1901-11-07
Granted: 1902-09-04
Abstract: 22,444. Hoskins & Sewell, and Lawrence, A. Nov. 7. Berths.-Relates to berths &c. having drop-down sides. The sides are guided by eyes a<1>, a<2> running on rods d carried by lugs d<1>, d<2>, d<3> on pillars. When the cot side is raised, pins f <1> wipe aside pivoted catches e<5> and drop into notches therein. The catches are connected by a bar g and are disengaged by the weighted handle h. Springs may be used to bring back the catches after they have been wiped aside. One catch only may be used. The catches move in a horizontal plane and may be secured to the drop-down frames, the pins being on the sides of the berth. The catches may fold in the angle of the side angle-irons when the berth is taken to pieces.
Patent GB-190124197-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Metallic Chills and Mounts of Bedsteads and the like.
Inventor: REEVES ARTHUR BERNARD
Filed: 1901-11-28
Granted: 1902-10-23
Abstract: 24,197. Reeves, A. B. Nov. 28. Fenders.-The chills connecting the rails of bedstead ends &c. are formed with a bed a<1> on a recess a' and flanges a<3> to receive the mounts B which are provided with tongues b<1>. The chills are also provided with notches a<4> and recesses a<5> and depressions a<6> at the back. The tongues are turned over the notches a<4>, the points being pressed into the recesses a<5> and notches a<6> when these are present.
Patent GB-190125724-A (GB)
Title: A Spiral Sheave or Trolley for Use in Electric Overhead Tram Cars and the like.
Inventor: HUNT JOHN
Filed: 1901-12-17
Granted: 1902-03-13
Abstract: 25,724. Hunt, J. Dec. 17. Electric railways and tramways w i t h overhead conductors. Collectors.-The trolley - wheel has right and left hand spiral grooves running into the central groove to facilitate its being placed in position.
Patent GB-190205480-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Screw Lifting Jacks
Filed: 1902-03-05
Granted: 1903-02-12
Abstract: 5480. Steel Nut & Joseph Hampton, Ltd., and Hampton, T. March 5. Liftingjacks.-Relates to lifting-jacks especially adapted for raising tramway vehicles &c. where only a small space is available beneath the load. A stationary tubular base a is externally threaded, to engage the outer wall b of a double walled rising part B, the two walls b<1>, b<2> of which are internally and oppositely threaded. A solid screw c engages the inner wall b<2>. Near the middle of the part B is a ratchet collar B<2>, on which fits a ring e, with a socket for a lever, and a single reversible pawl f or a pair of oppositely-facing pawls. The head d is capable of a limited oscillating movement on the screw c, but cannot rotate in relation to the screw. The outward movement of the part B is limited by shoulders b, a<1>, and that of the screw c by a pawl catch i, Fig. 5, guided by a transverse pin.
Patent GB-190207318-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Steam Superheaters
Inventor: MARQUARDT MAX
Filed: 1902-03-26
Granted: 1903-02-19
Abstract: 7318. Marquardt, M., and H÷ffner, E. March 26. Superheaters, steam.-A superheater of any suit- able kind, such as is shown at g, is arranged within a separate chamber b in front of a boiler, so as to be exposed to the radiant heat without being in contact with the flames or fire. An adjustable shield m is provided.
Patent GB-190207664-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sewing and Embroidering Machines.
Inventor: GUY CLEMENT
Filed: 1902-04-01
Granted: 1903-02-26
Abstract: 7664. Guy, C. April 1. Sewing - machine folding attachments ; braiding ; embroidery.- Consists of means for pleating a ribbon or the like at the same time that it is sewn on the fabric, in a universal-feed machine. Thepleating-mechanism is carried by a plate C secured to the hub of the pinion D, and comprises the lever E, operated from the nipple tube A, and connected by a link I to a lever K pivoted to the plate C at b and carrying the pleating - blade M. The ribbon &c. passes down the nipple tube, over a guide g, on to the upper side of a plate 0 hinged at d, and under the forked end of a plate Q.
Patent GB-190215134-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Saucepans Cooking-kettles and the like.
Inventor: SOERENSEN LARS FRANDS
Filed: 1902-07-07
Granted: 1903-07-02
Abstract: 15,134. S÷rensen, L. F. July 7. Saucepans a n d c o o k i n g-kettles.- A space for water is formed between the inner pot or pan a and the outer pot or pan c by securing the flange b of the inner to a flange of the outer. The space between the pots is in communication with a water reservoir e by means of pipes d, f, to enable the heated water to circulate, the lid h of the reservoir being loose to prevent explosion. This arrangement permits of cooking being effected in the pot a by means of a water bath.
Patent GB-190223309-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Swivel Bearings for Shafting.
Inventor: PLATT ISAIAH
Filed: 1902-10-27
Granted: 1903-01-29
Abstract: 23,309. Platt, I. Oct. 27. Self-aligning bearings; lubricating.-The parts C<2>, C<1> of a self-oiling and swivelling bearing for shafting are provided with spherical surfaces, which engage corresponding surfaces a<1>, b<1> in the base A of a plummer block, hanger, bracket, pedestal, &c., and in the cap B of the same. The spherical surfaces are struck from the contre of the shaft, but are of different radii, the surfaces of the parts A, C<2> being of a greater radius than the surfaces of the upper parts B, C<1>. By this construction, a sufficient oil reservoir d is obtained in the part C<2>, and the cap B is lower than would be the case if the radius of the upper surfaces were as great as the lower. An ordinary two-part bearing fitted with outside lubricators may be subsituted for the self-oiling bearing, the parts being formed with surfaces to engage the spherical parts of the plummer block &c. and cap.
Patent GB-190227945-A (GB)
Title: A Device for Fastening Ties and Scarfs on the Centre of Shirt-fronts and the like.
Inventor: LLOYD JOHN OWEN
Filed: 1902-12-18
Granted: 1903-04-23
Abstract: 27,945. Lloyd, J. O., and James, E. J. Dec. 18. Necktie retainers; studs.-Relates to a clip for securing the ends of a necktie, combined with a shirt stud. A stud D with a cross-bar head E is connected to the lower arm A of a pivoted lever clip B.
Patent GB-190300253-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to the Hoods or Roofs of Carriages
Inventor: BROCKMEYER HERRMANN FRIEDRICH
Filed: 1903-01-05
Granted: 1903-07-02
Abstract: 253. Brockmeyer, H. F. L. Jan. 5. Hoods.-Relates to means for securing a carriage hood in an intermediate position as well as in a fully-opened position. The hood carrier b, Fig. 3, is mounted in pivots i on the base sections a, and is connected by springs f to catches d, which are pivoted on pins k on the base sections and are formed with slots h to engage the pivot pins i and angular slots x to engage studs y on the hood carrier b. When the hood is-fully open, as shown in Fig. 2, the studs y engage the ends of the slots x and the springs f hold the hood open In an intermediate position of the hood, the studs y engage notches z, Fig. 3, in the slots x and again lock the hood carrier. When the hood is closed, the studs y move to the bottom ends of the slots x. The notches z may be in either side of the slots x.
Patent GB-190302204-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Manufacture of Hydrosulphite Salts
Inventor: JOHNSON JAMES YATE
Filed: 1903-01-29
Granted: 1903-11-12
Abstract: 2204. Johnson, J. Y., [Badische Anilin & Soda Fabrik]. Jan. 29. Lead, potassium, and sodium hyposulphites.- Hyposulphites of the alkali metals, as, for example, Na2S2O4, are prepared by the direct action of such metals or their alloys upon sulphur dioxide in the presence of a solvent which does not react with the metal such as ether or absolute alcohol. Examples are given in which metallic sodium, potassiumsodium alloy, lead-sodium alloy, and lead amalgam are, respectively, employed. Lead-sodium alloy yields a mixture of lead and sodium hyposulphites, and metallic lead and sodium amalgam yields sodium hyposulphite and mercury. When alcohol is employed, the temperature must be kept at 0‹-10‹ C. to prevent formation of ethylates.
Patent GB-190302384-A (GB)
Title: Traveller Cranes Combined with Weighing Apparatus.
Inventor: IMRAY OLIVER
Filed: 1903-01-31
Granted: 1903-12-03
Abstract: 2384. Imray, 0., [Maschinen und Dampfkessel- Fabrik, Guilleaume-Werke]. Jan. 31. Weigh-cranes. -Relates to travelling cranes combined with weighing-apparatus, and consists in bringing the entire gear of the lifting-apparatus upon the weighing-machine, and weighing it with the load, making the necessary allowance for the weight of accessory parts. One method adopted is shown in Fig. 1. In this, the rails D on the weigh-bridge, form a continuation of the rails d on the travelling crane A, on which the trolley B, carrying the gripping device or hook C, is run. The weigh-beam and other mechanism are shown situated above the weigh-bridge, but the weighbeams may be arranged below the weigh-bridge and rails. In another modification, the entire weighing-mechanism and hoisting-gear is carried on the trolley.
Patent GB-190304256-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Devices for Preventing the Laces of Boots Shoes and the like from becoming Unfastened.
Inventor: LEWIS SARAH
Filed: 1903-02-23
Granted: 1903-04-16
Abstract: 4256. Lewis, S. Feb. 23. Lacing-fastenings. -R e l a t e s to an appliance for preventing the untying of boot, shoe, and other laces. A piece of flexible material, such as leather, celluloid, or thin folded metal, is provided with two eyelet holes a<1>, through which the lace is passed through before tying. After tying, the material a is folded over the knot &c., and is secured by a button b or other fastening.
Patent GB-190304788-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Pneumatic Tyres.
Inventor: COYLE HUGH
Filed: 1903-03-02
Granted: 1903-04-16
Abstract: 4788. Coyle, H. March 2. Ty re s, pneumatic.-A p n e u - matic t y r e is provided with two or more reserve inner air tubes, which can be utilized in case of puncture on a journey. The reserve tubes 1<a>, 2<a>, Fig. 3, are placed between the main tube 3<a> and the rim. The valves for the respective tubes are placed at different positions round the wheel, and the reserve tubes are provided with passages 4, Fig. 4, for the passage of the valve tubes belonging to the outer air tubes. The air tubes may be cemented together.
Patent GB-190310567-A (GB)
Title: Novel or Improved Apparatus for use in Cooling or Refrigerating Liquids.
Inventor: LEE ARTHUR DUNCAN
Filed: 1903-05-09
Granted: 1904-03-10
Abstract: 10,567. Lee, A. D. May 9. Cooling liquids.-The cooling-surface, whether in the form of a coil or a series of pipes, is arranged between two plates, separated by a distance slightly larger than the diameter of the pipes. By this means, the liquid to be cooled is brought into contact with, or close to, the cooling-surface. Fig. 2 shows a vertical coil A supported on blocks g in a narrow annular chamber C of sheet metal. The liquid is fed in at the top through a funnel or trough, and is finally drawn off through a cock h at the bottom. A tight joint is made where the inlet connection a' of the coil passes through the outer wall of the chamber. For convenience in handling the coil, the several turns are held in contact by straps or bands f.
Patent GB-190311398-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Chuck Operating Devices.
Inventor: HANSON BENGT MAGNUS WILHELM
Filed: 1903-05-19
Granted: 1903-08-06
Abstract: 11,398. Hanson, B. M. W. May 19. Chucks. -Relates to fluidpressure apparatus for opening and closing the chucks of turning-lathes, screwing - machines, &c. Fig. 1 shows one form of apparatus, which is mounted in a head 8, attached to, or formed in one with, the framing of a lathe or other machine. The gripping-device consists of a split tube 13, which rotates with the tubular spindle 10, but is prevented from moving axially by a collar 16, and a nut 17. It may be screwed into the tube 14, which is keyed to the spindle 10, by a pin 64, engaging with one of the holes 65. When the part 13 is to be removed, the pin is withdrawn, and the tube 14 can then be rotated to unscrew it. On the spindle 10 is mounted a cylinder 11, which also serves as a pulley. When air or other fluid is admitted to the tubs 37, automatically or by hand, the piston is moved to the left, and, by means of the bevelled end of its hub 27, rocks the bell cranks 21, which push the spindle 10 to the right and close the chuck. When the fluid is admitted to the tube 51, the piston is moved to the right, and the chuck is opened. In a modification, the chuck is held closed by springs and is opened by fluid pressure.
Patent GB-190312021-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Apparatus for the Sterilisation of Water
Inventor: FRISE HENRY JACQUES WESSELS CO
Filed: 1903-05-26
Granted: 1904-05-26
Abstract: 12,021. Frise, H. J. Wessels, Comte de. May 26. Ozone, for sterilizing water, is made by drawing air through the apparatus shown. The semicylindrical metallic trough o, having a cooling- jacket n, forms one electrode, the other being formed by a series of points k, placed between the discs l, m, or by a semicircular metallic grid. The ozonized air in passing from one ozonizer to another flows through a cooler, consisting of an assemblage of tubes, supported in a vessel through which a cold fluid circulates.
Patent GB-190321379-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Detanning Mineral Tanned Leather or Leather Waste or the like for the Manufacture or Gelatine or Glue.
Inventor: WEISS ALBERT RUDOLF
Filed: 1903-10-05
Granted: 1904-06-09
Abstract: 21,379. Weiss, A. R. Oct. 5. Gelatine; glue.-In a process for de-tanning mineral tanned, and, more especially, chrome tanned, leather or leather waste, the latter is treated with alkalies, or quicklime or other alkaline earths, either alone or with a slight addition of an alkali, such as soda. The leather cuttings are then washed and laid in a mineral acid, such as hydrofluoric, sulphurous or, preferably, hydrochloric, or a combination of certain of these. After a time, the acid liquid is drawn off, the leather waste is washed in the usual manner, neutralized, and worked up into gelatine or glue. The process may be accelerated by the use of mechanically-operated vessels, such as internallyribbed revolving drums or cylinders.
Patent GB-190403833-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Certain Wood-working Machines.
Inventor: SAGAR JOE
Filed: 1904-02-16
Granted: 1904-11-17
Abstract: 3833. Sagar, J., and Sagar, D. Feb. 16. Sawing.-In a sawing-machine, the raising of the table b is facilitated by the use of springs i, i<1> which are attached to the framework a and are normally compressed by the weight of the table. The raising of the table is effected by turning the hand-wheel e, actuating bevel gearing, and the springs may be replaced by suitably - arranged weighted levers, or such levers may be used in addition to the springs.
Patent GB-190405363-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Milk-churns or Cans.
Inventor: LEE ROBERT
Filed: 1904-03-04
Granted: 1904-04-07
Abstract: 5363. Lee, R. March 4. Milk cans.-To facilitate lifting, extra handles b are attached to the lower part of milk-cans. To facilitate moving, a revolving rim d, is employed, having a groove into which project wheels f which rotate on, or with, spindles supported in ears on the ordinary rim. Alternatively, a castor or ball in the centre, or three castors equally distributed on the bottom, or attached to the rim, are used ; or, a number of rollers are strung on rods, extending across the bottom, the rollers being free to revolve and slide on the rods.
Patent GB-190405640-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Roof Extract Ventilators.
Inventor: KING JOHN
Filed: 1904-03-08
Granted: 1904-12-08
Abstract: 5640. King, J. March 8. Ventilators; shafts. - Relates to improvements in "roof extract venti- " lators." The upcast shafts extend from the base or bottom plate E towards or into the head N, Fig 11, and are formed of plates, tubes, or chambers surrounding a hole in the base-plate. The plates or tubes are provided with slits, or are so placed as to leave apertures between them ; their backs form the downcast shafts A and their tops may be cut away to allow the air to pass out from the upcast shafts B. These shafts B may be supported by top-plates M, Fig. 11, within or under the head, having openings to allow the air from the shafts B to escape into spaces between these shafts and external plates, which form the downcast shafts A. The shafts A have apertures C, and small plates, beads, or V-pieces J, Fig. 5, are sometimes fixed adjacent to the openings to increase the draught. Straps or bars may replace the plates M, and the downcast and upcast shafts may be interchanged. Plates D, to increase the draught, may be placed opposite the apertures C, and the upcast and downcast shafts may be divided, as by partitions F, Fig. 5, into compartments, separate divisions of the upcast shafts sometimes supplying separate divisions of the downcast shaft. To increase the draught, the edges of the various openings, which may be of any shape, may curve upwards or be shaped to prevent ingress of air. The opening in the base-plate may be directly connected to the room to be ventilated, or there may be a chamber beneath it with a second base-plate at the bottom with a suitable aperture.
Patent GB-190405925-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Incandescent Gas Lamps.
Inventor: SKAIFE CHARLES
Filed: 1904-03-10
Granted: 1904-10-06
Abstract: 5925. Skaife, C. March 10. Incandescent gas lamps.-The up-draught of an incandescent gas lamp is increased by considerably increasing the dimensions of the chimney generally used. The gas supply passes through two suspending tubes B provided with flanges C which are bored, as at D, to receive spring pins E attached to a shade F. If it is desired to reflect the light upwards, the shade is withdrawn from the bottom of the lamp, inverted, and again fixed in position. The chimney P may have an enlargement spun upon it, nearer to one end than the other, and the shade may then rest upon the enlargement. By reversing the chimney, the height of the enlargement, and also of the shade above the flame is altered. The chimney gallery J is attached to a gallery K fitting the mixing-tube I which is provided with exceptionally large air holes and with a sliding ring for adjusting the air supply. If two or more burners are placed in a group, reflectors may be arranged between to prevent loss of light.
Patent GB-190407184-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Musical Notations for use with an Improved Keyboard for Pianafortes, Organs and like Instruments.
Inventor: HILL JOHN
Filed: 1904-03-25
Granted: 1904-04-28
Abstract: 7184. Hill, J. March 25. Music notation.-A notation for use with a keyboard such as is described in Specification No. 3111, A.D. 1903, in which the notes are arranged in groups of five white and five black notes as shown in Fig. 2, is shown in Fig. 4. Each series of lines in the staffs correspond with a group of keys, and the positions of the white and black signs indicate which white and black notes are to be played. Vertical lines across the staff mark the time, and a thick vertical line indicates the end of a bar. The time may be marked as ordinarily, except that the minims and semibreves are represented by two or more of the signs ordinarily used to denote crotchets or minims, the heads of which are connected by a thick line.