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Patent GB-189905733-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Mud Brushes and Guards for Bicycles and the like.
Inventor: MUNDON SAMUEL EDWARD
Filed: 1899-03-16
Granted: 1899-04-22
Abstract: 5733. Mundon, S. E. March 16. Scrapers or mud guards. Relates to a brushing- apparatus for removing mud from bicycle and like tyres. The brush D is shaped to fit the tyre, the bristles being arranged in sockets d<1> on a band D secured to stays A clamped by clips B to the forks. A cover E is placed over the brush to prevent splashing. In a modification, the length of the stays can be adjusted so as to bring the bristtes into the required position.
Patent GB-189906375-A (GB)
Title: Ironing and Glazing Machine or Apparatus.
Inventor: ANDRE FELIX
Filed: 1899-03-24
Granted: 1900-03-03
Abstract: 6375. AndrÚ, F. March 24. Ironing.-Fig. 1 shows a side view. A handiron provided with a rounded heel for glazing purposes is secured to the bent arm d', pivoted at b<2> to the frame b, mounted on the stand a. A spiral spring e is connected to the arm d and to the hook c on which it is pivoted.
Patent GB-189909923-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sleepers for Portable and other Railways and Tramways.
Inventor: MANTLE REUBEN
Filed: 1899-05-11
Granted: 1900-03-24
Abstract: 9923. Mantle, R. May 11. Sleepers; rails, securing to sleepers.-Sleepers for portable or other railways and tramways are made from flat bars rolled with ribs a on the underside. The rail is held between the hooked end and the piece c, or between two pieces c riveted or otherwise attached.
Patent GB-189915031-A (GB)
Title: Coffee-boiler.
Inventor: JUCHHEIM HEINRICH
Filed: 1899-07-21
Granted: 1900-05-19
Abstract: 15,031. Juchheim, H. July 21. coffee -making apparatus. - T he ground coffee is put into the receptacle H, which is provided with a bottom sieve J and a removable sieve K, and is closed by the cover G. The outer cylinder A, heated by the lamp B, is provided with a gauge L, a water outlet D, and an inlet C which serves as a safetyvalve. Coffee is drawn from the porcelain vessel E through the tap F. When the receptacle H is removed, the cover G may be placed over the vessel E.
Patent GB-189915397-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Construction of Machine for use in the Mercerising of Cloth.
Inventor: ROBINSON THOMAS
Filed: 1899-07-27
Granted: 1899-12-30
Abstract: 15,397. Robinson, T. July 27. Mercerizing.-The fabric is carried through the mercerizing-solution in a trough I by stentering- chains moving in frames B which are moved to and from outer frames for adjustment by means of screw shafts. The solution is forced into the fabric, and the surplus solution is removed by means of air jets N. The fabric is next passed through a washing-trough J, provided with beaters K, air jets 0 being here also used. When leaving the washing-tank. the fabric may be automatically liberated, and be passed through a clearing-tank M provided with openers M<X>, and batched from there, or it may be carried therefrom by the chains and again subjected to air jets P.
Patent GB-189923580-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Acetylene Gas Lamp for Cycles and other Vehicles.
Inventor: RHENSIUS HERMANN
Filed: 1899-11-25
Granted: 1900-05-26
Abstract: 23,580. Rhensius, H. Nov. 25. Acetylene lamps.-In cycle and other vehicle lamps the cylindrical carbide chamber c, open at its upper end, fits within a second cylinder d, open at its lower end, while the cylinder d fits within the casing a. The water in this casing is stated to ascend by capillary action between the cylinders c, d to the grooves c<1>, whence it passes by perforations c<2> to the carbide, upon which is placed a loose cover e. The gas generated traverses the wire gauze m and the flexible tube d' to a chamber g formed in the removable cover h, the chamber y communicating with the burner l through a valve or cock (not shown) and a flexible tube k. When the valve or cock is closed, the generation is stopped by the increased pressure of the gas forcing the water back from the grooves c', while excessive pressure is prevented by the escape of the gas through an opening n in the chamber g. The glass o of the combustion chamber p is supported by springs q, q<1>, and can be readily removed by pressing upon the lowest spring q<1>.
Patent GB-190000138-A (GB)
Title: Improved Method of Telegraphing, Indicating Time, or Actuating Mechanism Electrically.
Inventor: LOUBERY CESAR RENE
Filed: 1900-01-02
Granted: 1901-01-02
Abstract: 138. Loubery, C. R. Jan. 2. Electric clocks.-Relates to arrangements by which the circuits of a system of electric supply are employed for controlling electric clocks. Fig. 1 shows the arrangement of three subsidiary circuits branched from the mains l, l<2>. Each circuit is turned to respond to currents of a predetermined frequency by coils b, b<1>, b<2> and condensers c, c<1>, c<2>. The coils b, b<1>, b<2> form magnets for operating the desired apparatus, either directly or by relay circuits. In one form, the magnet operates an escapement the shaft of which carries a removable cam for controlling the lever of a mercury switch. The system is described for use with continuous and alternating circuits, with or without. transformers.
Patent GB-190003744-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Mechanical Toy.
Inventor: KLIPFEL THOMAS WILLIAM
Filed: 1900-02-26
Granted: 1900-03-31
Abstract: 3744. Klipfel, T. W. Feb. 26. Optical illusions, producing.-Two wires a, b, formed into left and right hand spirals respectively, are arranged to interlock as shown. The ends are held in the hands, and on drawing them apart the interlocking coils rotate and produce an appearance of longitudinal movement.
Patent GB-190004128-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Pneumatic Tyres.
Inventor: PAULL WALLACE HENRY
Filed: 1900-03-05
Granted: 1901-03-05
Abstract: 4128. Paull, W. H. March 5. Tyres, pneumatic. - Relates to means for attaching pneumatic tyres to wheelrims and to the construction of the fabric linings of the outer covers of pneumatic tyres. Fig. 1 shows in section one form of attachment, and Figs. 4 and 5 are diagrammatic views taken at right-angles of a partially-constructed lining. The lining consists of two flat circular rings, each of which is composed of a spirally-wound weft thread d woven with a series of warp threads e. The warp threads are arranged on bobbins B carried on two circular frames F, adapted to move toward or away from each other so as to cross the warp threads over the weft thread, which is wound on either by rotating the frames or by a rotating carrier. The two woven rings are then united either at their outer edges only or at both inner and outer edges. A cover having a lining, formed in this manner or from fabric cut on the bias, or as described in Specification No. 1225, A.D. 1894, and No. 2401, A.D. 1895, may be provided with stiffened or interlocking edges a, a<1>. In a modification, the edges interlock with an extensible metallic band.
Patent GB-190012813-A (GB)
Title: Improved Sharpening Machine.
Inventor: REICHARDT FERDINAND ALFRED
Filed: 1900-07-16
Granted: 1900-08-25
Abstract: 12,813. Reichardt, F. A. July 16. Sharpening cutting - blades of angular crosssection, such as razor blades. Two short spindles d, coupled by a universal joint d', are each mounted at an angle to the horizontal in a bracket band formed with an arm e. To each arm is hinged a curved plate h faced with abrading or polishing material. Springs are interposed between the arms and the plates, which are adjustable by set-screws. One of the spindles is fitted with a handle adapted to turn it in one direction only. The plates act alternately on opposite sides of the blade ; their outer ends first come into contact with the heel thereof ; their inner ends are shaped so as to clear the cutting-edge at the point before leaving the blade altogether. The shank of the razor is held between a pair of clamping-jaws m, Fig. 4, adjustable by a right and left hand screw secured in a feather on the top of the pillar c. A spindle o with an arm s is provided to prevent the shank from moving upward ; the spindle is formed with a conical head, against which a set-screw is adapted to bear. Instead of this spindle, a screw having a head provided with spring faces on its lower surface may be used.
Patent GB-190022583-A (GB)
Title: Improvements connected with Motor Road Vehicles.
Inventor: HOFFMANN ERNST GUSTAV
Filed: 1900-12-11
Granted: 1901-10-12
Abstract: 22,583. Hoffmann, E. G. Dec. 11. Hubs.-Relates to the steering and driving of motor vehicles, and comprises a construction of the hub and axle whereby each wheel may be turned for steering purposes on a central vertical axis, or may be driven alone or both steered and driven. Fig. 1 shows in elevation, partly in section, one form of the hub and axle. The wheel hub 1 is open at one end and closed at the other, the closed end being formed with an inwardlyprojecting sleeve 2 in which is rigidly secured the short axle 3. On the axle 3 are loose sleeves held on by a nut 19 and provided with races for ball bearings which are held in the casing 7 and adjusted by a lock-nut 8. The casing 7 has at top and bottom sunk recesses for the cup portions 12 of the ball bearings, on which it is supported in the axle 15 so as to be capable of turning about a vertical axis, the pivots being formed by nuts 14 whereby the ball bearings can be adjusted.
Patent GB-190022895-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in the Process of Producing Relief-pictures and the like.
Inventor: LEMBACHER ALOIS
Filed: 1900-12-14
Granted: 1901-03-02
Abstract: 22,895. Lembacher, A. Dec. 14. Embossing photographs. -Relates to a process for producing pictures and the like in relief, applicable to photographs, medallions, or address cards of any kind. A cut-out copy of the picture is obtained, and pasted on cardboard or other flexible material. A second copy of the picture is pasted upon cardboard, and those portions which require to stand out in higher relief are cut out and pasted in their correct positions upon the first copy. Similar operations may be effected upon other copies of the picture, with the parts showing the desired variation in relief. Upon this relief copy the picture in which it is desired to produce relief effects is laid in correct position, with its back surface resting against the relief copy, and the pieces of cardboard from which the copies of the pictures have been cut are laid successively in order of cutting upon the picture. Finally, the whole is passed between glazing or pressing rollers.
Patent GB-190109408-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Speed Governors.
Inventor: EKMAN SVEN SIGURD
Filed: 1901-05-07
Granted: 1902-04-24
Abstract: 9408. Ekman, S. S. May 7. Governing and regulating speed and power.-Relates to means for governing engines according to variations in the frequency of an alternating electric current, especially applicable to engines driving alternating-current dynamos where a number of such dynamos, each driven by its own engine, are connected up to the same line. In the form shown in Fig 1, the engines driving two alternating- current dynamos 2, 2, each driven by a two-cylinder compound engine 4, 4 and connected to the line B<1>, B', B<3>, are governed by a single governor 6. This governor is driven by a separate motor 5 either in the form of an alternating-current motor driven by the current in the main line or some other suitable motor controlled by the main current. The governor, in accordance with variations in the frequency of the main current, adjusts a rock-shaft 8 which simultaneously regulates the cut-off mechanism of all the engines. The connections between this rock-shaft and the engines is shown in Fig. 2. An arm on the shaft 8 is connected to a link 11, by which the tripping cams are adjusted by a link or lever 10 connected to an adjusting rod and handle 16, 18. If some of the engines are running and another is to be started, the hand-wheel is turned so as to bring the lever 10 into the position shown in dotted lines, in which position the motion of the rock-shaft has very little influence on the cut-off. The speed of the new engine is then regulated by band until the current is switched in and the regulation can be left to the governor.
Patent GB-190111431-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Tobacco-pipes.
Inventor: FLINT FREDERICK WILLARD
Filed: 1901-06-04
Granted: 1901-07-06
Abstract: 11,431. Flint, F. W. June 4. Tobacco pipes.- The stem of the pipe is formed of a parallel series of metal, glass, &c. tubes 3, through which the smoke passes. The tubes 3 are fitted in blocks 4, 5, formed with cross passages for connecting the tubes and provided with threaded sockets to receive the mouthpiece 2, 6 and a plug 7 that fits in the socket of the bowl.
Patent GB-190124822-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Closing Devices for Vessels for Containing Preserved Foods and the like.
Inventor: GINET FRANCOIS
Filed: 1901-12-05
Granted: 1902-02-27
Abstract: 24,822. Ginet, F. Dec. 5. Stoppers.-Relates to closures for glass, porcelain, or pottery vessels containing preserved foods, milk, &c. The vessel a is formed with a neck o and an external shoulder j, the cover b fitting over the neck and bearing on the shoulder. Grooves 1, 2 are formed in the vessel and cover, to receive the packing-washers c, d, of rubber, leather, &c. A hermetic closure is produced by a band e of metal &c., which is bulged along the middle to cover the jointj, and has its edges adapted to bear on the washers when the band is tightened in position. The band may be fastened by means of a clasp ; or, as shown in Fig. 5, it may be tightened and secured by a lever 7 pivoted on one end of the band, the lever having a pinion 8 engaging with a rack 5 on the other end. Fig. 7 shows a modified form of tightening-mechanism, the cranked operating-lever 12 being pivoted to one end of the band and connected by a flexible plate 9 to the other end. In another arrangement, the two ends of the band are drawn together by a right- and lefthanded screw. The washers c, d may be formed together as a single ring, the middle of which covers the joint j, while its edges may be thickened &c. to fill the grooves 1, 2. When separate washers are employed, a band of rubber &c. may be cemented or fixed along the middle of the band e.
Patent GB-190206647-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Bottles or Receptacles for Gum, Mucilage or other Substances
Inventor: HADDAN HERBERT JOHN
Filed: 1902-03-18
Granted: 1902-08-21
Abstract: 6647. Haddan, H. J., [Hinkel, E. P.]. March 18. Bottles &c.-Relates to bottles or receptacles for containing g gum, mucilage, &c. The receptacle a is provided at the neck with two movable cheeks or plates b, normally held apart by springs d, but capable of being pressed d towards each other by the push rods c, for the purpose of wiping excess material from the brush &c. The rods c are preferably screwed to the cheeks, so that the latter can be removed to facilitate cleaning. The cheeks also serve to prevent the material from entering between them and the neck, in case of the receptacle being upset. The Provisional Specification also states that one of the cheeks may be fixed and the other movable, and that, when the receptacle has a square mouth, the cheeks may be pivoted to the upper rim.
Patent GB-190209418-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Street Stand Pipes.
Inventor: KING JAMES
Filed: 1902-04-23
Granted: 1903-01-15
Abstract: 9418. King, J. April 23. Hinge and swivelling joints. - The swan neck of a street stand-pipe is mounted so that it is readily returned from its outward position, at rightangles to the kerb, to its inward position, parallel to the kerb, and a locking- device is provided for securing it in the inward position. The neck B is screwed into a socket A' attached to a stationary portion A of the stand-pipe, the neck being screwed down into the socket when turned from the outward to the inward position in the usual direction of movement of vehicles in the street. A socket B' on the neck registers with the socket A', and to the socket B' is bolted a casing C in which is mounted a spring-pressed bolt D arranged to engage a groove e in the socket A'. One end of this groove acts as a stop for the bolt when the neck is in the outward position, and at the other end of the groove is formed a recess f, into which the bolt takes to secure the neck when it is in the inward position. The bolt may be released from engagement with the recess by means of a key. According to the Provisional Specification, the neck may be connected to the stand-pipe by a packed joint, and a spring may be employed for returning the neck from the outward to the inward position.
Patent GB-190215779-A (GB)
Title: A New or Improved Tea Caddie.
Inventor: GEORGE FREDERICK
Filed: 1902-07-15
Granted: 1903-05-21
Abstract: 15,779. George, F. July 15. Measured quantities, delivering.-A tea caddy a, shaped so as to fit into a vase s open at the bottom, is provided with a conical false bottom b under which, in a spout j, a compartmental drum g can be turned by an external key so as to deliver the tea by measure. An artificial tea plant may be stuck into a socket q at the top of the caddy.
Patent GB-190216142-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for Indicating that an Electric Current has Reached a Predetermined Amount and for the Consequent Closing of a Switch or Switches
Inventor: EDMONDSON JOSEPH
Filed: 1902-07-21
Granted: 1903-06-11
Abstract: 16,142. Edmondson, J., Purdom, W. A., Dawson, J. W., and Edmondson & Purdom. July 21. Current meters ; testing.-Consists of an apparatus with a fuse and a switch which closes a circuit and gives an alarm when the current exceeds a certain intensity. Fig. 2 shows a plan of the apparatus as applied to indicate a fault in the conductors on the trolley pole of an electric tramear. The standard of the trolley pole is connected to the terminal 8, and the terminal 10 is connected to earth. The leakage current from the standard passes through the fuse 6, the switch lever 4, and the flexible conductor 11 to the earth terminal 10. When the current is sufficient to fuse the wire 6, the lever 4 is rotated by the spiral spring 12, 13, and makes contact with the springs 7, 9 attached to the terminals 8, 10, thereby re-establishing the circuit. The movement of the lever 4 closes at 17 the circuit 14, 17, 16 of a battery and electric bell, thereby giving an alarm. A mechanical bell may be used or an indicator. The switch may be made to close another circuit than the broken circuit.
Patent GB-190219783-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Separating Grease and other Impurities from Steam.
Inventor: HARGREAVES JAMES
Filed: 1902-09-10
Granted: 1903-08-27
Abstract: 19,783. Hargreaves, J. Sept. 10. Steam separators.-A separator for removing water &c. from steam is shown in Figs. 3 and 4. The steam or vapour enters through the passage b, the mouth c of which is tangential to the interior of the separator a, and inclined downwards. The water &c. is separated by centrifugal action, and drawn off through the tangential passage d, while the steam passes down a pipe e, or through a hole in the top of the separator.
Patent GB-190221734-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Telephone Apparatus.
Inventor: HOUBIGANT GASTON
Filed: 1902-10-06
Granted: 1903-08-27
Abstract: 21,734. Houbigant, G. Oct. 6. Telephones ; telephone systems.- Relates to transmitting and receivi n g instruments, and to their arrangement on the subscriber's board. The deal diaphragm 10, Fig. 1, is fixed to an india-rubber marginal support 11, and is protected by a w i r e screen 13. A little below the centre of the diaphragm is fixed a carbon block 9 with a curved surface, against which rests a carbon block 1 suspended from a steel pin 2 constituting a pivotal support. The bracket 5 in which the pin 2 is pivoted is fixed to a wooden slab interposed between two layers of india-rubber. The pressure between the blocks 1, 9 can be regulated by means of the adjusting-screw 15, which moves the base-plate 17 outwards against the tension of springs 20. The receiver comprises electromagnets 25 and a diaphragm 26. It is fixed by lugs and screws 28 to a pine-wood sounding-box 29. The whole is enclosed in a casing 30, on to which is screwed the support 32 of the copper trumpet 31. An india-rubber or felt washer 33 separates the support 32 from the receiver. An automatic switch, comprising a spring 38 and a two-part contact-rail 39, puts the bell to line when the receiver is closed against the board, as shown in Fig. 5, and switches in the receiver when it is turned on the hinges 37 into a convenient position for use. A call-button 36, aud an induction coil placed under a cover 40, are mounted on the board.
Patent GB-190227715-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and in connection with Clutches for use with any Free Wheel Mechanism upon Motor Cycles, Motor Cars and similar Vehicles.
Inventor: WYATT WILLIAM JAMES
Filed: 1902-12-16
Granted: 1903-11-12
Abstract: 27,715. Wyatt, W. J. Dec. 16. Motor road vehicles.-Relates to spring clutches for use with any free-wheel mechanism, whereby a flexible or spring chain drive is provided in motor cycles and motor cars. The arrangements provide for clutching the chain-wheel into gear with the motor after it has been started, and also permit the motor to be stopped during coasting and readily started again by the momentum of the vehicle. The motor shaft A is provided with a screwed collar B, on which is sprung a volute spring C provided with a key or projection D fittirg a groove E in the collar. The other end of the spring carries a lug G which engages the pawl H pivoted to the chain-wheel and kept in engagement by the spring L, a lever worked by hand or foot being provided for keeping the pawl out of gear. The free-wheel mechanism is carried inside the wheel K, and consists preferably of an inner ring provided with a single spring - controlled pawl engaging with a single recess in the outer ring. The motor can be started by rotating the squared end A' of the shaft. A similar clutch and freewheel may be provided at the rear driving-wheel, and two-speed gear may be provided.
Patent GB-190227985-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus for the Collection and Automatic Delivery of Straw in Threshing Machines.
Inventor: JOERGENSEN JENS CHRISTIAN
Filed: 1902-12-18
Granted: 1903-11-26
Abstract: 27,985. J÷rgensen, J. C. Dec. 18. Sheafing-apparatus. - Relates to apparatus for delivering straw from thrashing machines, in the form of compressed bundles ready for binding with straw bands by hand. The Specification describes two modifications of the invention. Fig. 3 shows the more complicated form attached to a thrashing - machine of ordinary construction. A delivery or "straw board" p is arranged to take the straw from the shakers m of the thrashing-machine. A cradle or receptacle, not shown in Fig. 3, is arranged at the lower end of the board p to receive the bundles of compressed straw to be bound. The straw is compressed partly by means of depending springs n, and partly by wedgeshaped packer bars j having spikes k and projections l and working between the springs n. The packers j are connected to a cranked shaft h, rocked by an arm f connected by a link e to a crank-pin d on the wheel b driven by a pinion c, the shaft of which receives its motion from some part of the thrashing-machine. The straw is packed against arms r fixed on a shaft q fitted with a counterpoise arm x. The arm x also bears against a projection on a blade spring, the tension of which can be adjusted by a thumb-screw v. When the pressure of the straw on the arms r overcomes the combined resistance of the weighted arm and spring, the arms r fold down into slots in the board p, and allow the compressed bundle to be discharged. Arms s with counterweights s<1> retain the straw temporarily after the discharge of each bundle. In the other modification described, the packing-mechanism is not employed, and the arms r are controlled by a weighted arm only. One of the arms is prolonged to form a flat plate which holds one end of the straw band against the straw board while the bundle is being delivered.