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Patent GB-189919928-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to Roller Bearings.
Filed: 1899-10-04
Granted: 1900-08-04
Abstract: 19,928. Mossberg Roller Bearings (limited), [Andrews, F. O.]. Oct. 4. Roller bearings.-Relates to a roller bearing for shafts and axles, and is shown as applied to a bearing for a hanger. The tapered sleeves f, having axial slits, are placed on the shaft against the thrust rings G. When the correspondinglytapered bearing-sleeves E are forced home by the nuts J, the parts are securely fixed. In the case of long bearings, the ends of the bearing-bushes may be made with conical recesses to engage conically-ended distance-pieces.
Patent GB-190003481-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and relating to Resistances for Electric Circuits.
Inventor: NEWITT LEONARD
Filed: 1900-02-22
Granted: 1901-04-13
Abstract: 3481. Newitt, L. Feb. 22. Rheostats.-A liquid resistance has a movable hollow electrode B constructed to float when lowered into the electrolyte, and to sink slowly as liquid passes into it through a small hole g ; when it is raised the liquid may escape quickly through a number of holes g', passing a downwardlyopening flexible rubber flap valve g<2>. The holes are formed in a wooden partition in the cylindrical electrode, w h i c h also carries a buoyant ring F. In another arrangement, a hollow conical electrode is carried by a stem in an air bell, and the stem or the top of the bell is provided with a small hole to allow slow escape of air and sinking of the bell and electrode; other holes with cocks or valves may be provided to facilitate quick raising of the bell. In either form, the lower electrode C is conical, either solid or hollow. The containing-vessel A may be held between lugs on two rings carried by three vertical rods, which also guide a notched plate on the movable electrode ; the electrode is suspended by a cord connected by an arm, a pin, and a slot with a main switch, the lost motion thus provided preventing sparking at the switch. The apparatus may be used as a motor controller.
Patent GB-190005996-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Ladies' Skirts.
Inventor: CLARK MILDRED HENRIETTA EDGAR
Filed: 1900-03-30
Granted: 1900-07-28
Abstract: 5996. Clark, M. H. E. March 30. Costumes, cyclists'.-Relates to a cycling skirt, Figs. 3 and 4, which has the appearance of an ordinary dress when the wearer is not on the cycle. It is made up of a front width A, two side pieces B, and two under back widths C. The pieces C are shorter than the side pieces B, and do not extend as high as the waistband, but are sewn together along their upper edge c. The open space above them is covered by sewing together the edges of the side pieces B along the line b. The pieces B and C are sewn together along their longitudinal edges S, and these seams are concealed by pleats s. The upper edge c of the pieces C is connected to the waistband W by three straps d, of which the two side straps are arranged in a slanting direction. The placket hole is situated between the front piece A and the left-hand side piece B. The pocket is attached to one edge of the placket hole, and is kept in a flat condition by a strap which extends from one corner of it and is fastened to the waistband W.
Patent GB-190007638-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machinery or Apparatus for Distributing Manure; applicable also to Distributing Sand, Grain and other Substances.
Inventor: PAIGE WILLIAM ROBERT
Filed: 1900-04-25
Granted: 1901-04-20
Abstract: 7638. Paige, W. R. April 25. Carts with sand-scattering and manure-distributing apparatus.-A distributing-machine applicable for distributing manure, sand, grain, &c. is mounted on an independent carriage, or attached to an ordinary cart. The hopper o is formed with bottom boards p sliding in grooves so that the width of the discharge opening may be adjusted. The hopper is adjustably supported on side brackets secured to the frame of the machine. An angular bar v is caused to reciprocate vertically in the discharge orifice of the hopper, for the purpose of facilitating and regulating the discharge. Bent arms ware attached at each end of the bar v, and carry rollers w<1> operated by cams d on the main axle a. Springs are provided to keep the rollers w<1> in contact with the cams d. A board z or similar device is arranged below the hopper, to direct the discharged manure upon the ground.
Patent GB-190009944-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Incandescent Electric Lamps.
Filed: 1900-05-30
Granted: 1901-05-04
Abstract: 9944. Drake, B. M., and Nernst Electric Light (Limited). May 30. Incandescent lamps.-A filament made of rare earths is provided with heat-dissipating devices at the anode connection, to prevent overheating there. Both ends may be so provided, rendering the lamp independent of the direction of the current. The heat-dissipators may be made by coiling the platinum connecting-wires b on. the ends of the filament a, leaving loops d projecting radially, as shown at the left of Fig. 3. Each loop is twisted, and the coiled wire is covered with oxide paste, the twisted loops being preferably left projecting from the finished end f. Or radiating plates or rods may be used.
Patent GB-190013612-A (GB)
Title: Shield for the Protection of Horses' Heads from the Sun.
Inventor: WARD CHARLES HENRY
Filed: 1900-07-30
Granted: 1901-07-30
Abstract: 13,612. Ward, C. H. July 30. Sun screens.-The screen consists of a wire or cane frame a supporting a single or double sheet d of calico, canvas, or leather &c., and bent to rest on the horse's head and be attached to the bridle as shown. A fringe g keeps the flies off, and another fringe may be arranged at the back of the frame. A cord &c. f keeps the front of the screen in position. When a double sheet d is used, a layer of wool, asbestos, cork, &c. may be arranged between the two sheets.
Patent GB-190018018-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Umbrellas and Parasols.
Inventor: CARMELICH FRANK WALTER
Filed: 1900-10-10
Granted: 1900-12-15
Abstract: 18,018. Carmelich, F. W., and Gonzales, H Oct. 10. Covers of umbrellas and parasols are secured to the ribs by hook-shaped links 5 passing through the eyes at the end of ribs, and engaging with metal clamps 4 which are secured to the cover 3 as shown.
Patent GB-190104544-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Gas Cooking Stoves and the like.
Inventor: SIMPSON STEPHEN
Filed: 1901-03-04
Granted: 1902-01-16
Abstract: 4544. Simpson, S. March 4. Gas cooking - stoves. -The stove, which may be constructed as described in Specification No. 18,567, A.D. 1900, is provided with a lining c, preferably corrugated, at the top of the oven, and, if desired, with side and back liners a, b also. The top chamber thus formed is provided with vertical baffle-plates f, f<1>, so that the hot gases, entering through A from the oven, pass by a circuitous route to the side chambers, from which they pass through openings i to the back chamber, and thence to the chimney j. The side chambers may also be corrugated, and have baffle-plates. The waste gases may be used to heat water by passing them through flues arranged in a boiler. This boiler may be placed at the side of, or on top of, the stove. The air and gas supply tubes may pass through the spaces formed by the liners and the casing.
Patent GB-190105557-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Lifting and Forcing Pumps.
Inventor: ARMITAGE FREDERICK WILLIAM
Filed: 1901-03-16
Granted: 1902-02-27
Abstract: 5557. Armitage, F. W., and Hebden, H. March 16. Pumps with radial cylinders.- Consists of an improved lifting and forcing pump. Two or more barrels E are formed in a casting D capable of rotating on a fixed shaft B<1> thus causing ports in the ends of the barrels to communicate alternately with suction and delivery passages C, C<1> in the shaft B'. The casting D is rotated by a wheel or pulley J mounted eccentrically thereto and connected to the pump pistons or plungers, which are thus reciprocated. The driving connection between the pulley J and the casting D comprises runners L on the one engaging circular paths K on the other. The pulley J may be mounted on an eccentric part of the shaft B<1> or, as shown, on a sleeve 0<1> mounted eccentrically on a sleeve 0 which is itself mounted eccentrically on the shaft B'. These sleeves are provided with arms P so that they can be turned, in order to adjust the stroke of the pump, by means of the screwed rod S and gearing T, W. Alternatively, the pump barrels are fixed and the shaft rotates.
Patent GB-190107983-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Water Tube Steam Boilers
Filed: 1901-04-18
Granted: 1902-03-06
Abstract: 7983. White & Co., J. S., Carnt, E. C., and Forster, A. April 18. Water-tube boilers.-To economize floor space, two sections, each consisting of a steam drum and a water chamber united by tubes, are superposed as shown, a combustion space j being left between them. The tubes are curved and disposed as described in Specification No. 22,222, A.D. 1897. and the steam drums are connected by pipes l, m, for conductiug water and steam from one to the other. Feedwater is preferably supplied to the upper steam drum, and regulated automatically according to the level of water in the lower one. Air is admitted at k to the combustion chamber.
Patent GB-190110301-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Means for Preventing Water Closets from Freezing.
Inventor: HARTMANN ERNST EMIL
Filed: 1901-05-17
Granted: 1901-06-22
Abstract: 10,301. Hartmann, E. E. May 17. Heating buildings &c.-To heat and thus prevent the freezing of waterclosets arranged in tiers, a stove &c. is placed on the lowest floor, and the hot air allowed to circulate from room to room by means of regulators e in the various floors.
Patent GB-190111866-A (GB)
Title: Manufacture of Photographic Developers Stable in the Dry State.
Filed: 1901-06-10
Granted: 1902-05-08
Abstract: 11,866. Abel, C. D., [Akt.-Ges. f³r Anilin Fabrikation]. June 10. Developing.-Photographic developers which are stable in the dry state are produced by intimatelp mixing a dihydroxylated or an amido-hydroxylated derivative of the benzene series such as hydroquinone, pyrocatechin, metol, or ortol, with an anhydrous alkali sulphite and with a caustic alkali or anhydrous alkali carbonate. When an alkali carbonate is used, a large excess is required. A developing-bath is obtained by dissolving one of the foregoing mixtures in the proper proportion of water.
Patent GB-190114286-A (GB)
Title: Coin-freed Automatic Stamp Supplying Apparatus.
Inventor: CHARLTON JOHN STOTHART
Filed: 1901-07-13
Granted: 1902-05-29
Abstract: 14,286. Charlton, J. S., and Jeakins, R. July 13. Sale apparatus ; actuating-mechanism; delivery mechanism.-In an automatic stamp or like sale apparatus, the stamp or other strip is fed from a spool a, the spindle a' of which rests in gaps b<1> in carrying-plates b, to a Delivery aperture by rollers d pressed together by a spring e acting between the head g of an adjustable spindle and a bridge f, the ends of which rest on the axle d' of the upper roller. The axle d' carries a ratchet-wheel operated in one direction by a pawl k<2> on an arm k<1> carried by a pinion k riding loose on the axle d' and gearing with a rack h on a bar h<1>. This bar is operated in one direction by a spring h<2>, and in the other by a pull-rod i, to which it is connected by a lever j pivoted at j<1>. The length of the strip delivered is controlled by an adjustable pin l carried by a bracket P and projecting into the path of the bar h<1>. Coin action ; coin-discharging mechanism.-The bar h' is normally locked by a pivoted pawl o engaging a shoulder h<4> and connected by a spring o<2> and a link p to a lever m pivoted at m<1>, and carrying a weight m<3> and a pocket m<2> adapted to receive a coin from a shoot q. When the lever m is tilted by the coin, the pawl o is brought into engagement with ratchet teeth h<6>, which prevent the return of the bar h' until the pawl drops into a recess h<7> and allows the coin to fall clear of a plate r. Ratchet teeth h<5> prevent the bar h<1> from being again operated after a partial return.
Patent GB-190124803-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Controlling Electric Motors.
Filed: 1901-12-05
Granted: 1902-12-04
Abstract: 24,803. British Thomson-Houston Co., [Buck, H. W.]. Dec. 5. Steering-gear.-Relates to means for producing a predetermined movement at a distant point, especially adapted for use in ship steering as a means for controlling from the pilot house the movement of the rudder. The steering-wheel A is geared to a switch B, so that, when rotated, it causes the switch arm b to pass on to one or the other of two sets of circularly-arranged contacts b<1>, b<2> and b<3>, b<4>, reversely connected with the electric mains. By these means, current is supplied in one direction or the other to a pilot motor C, which is geared to the movable member of a combined starting and reversing switch D in the circuit of the main motor E, which operates the rudder F. For the purpose of stopping the motor E when a predetermined movement has taken place, the rudder is geared to a transmitting-device G, consisting of a pair of rheostats g', g<2> connected at their middle points with the mains, and having moving brushes g<3>, g<4>, g<5>, g<6> connected through slip rings and conductors 15, 16, 17, 18 to the stationary winding of an electromotive device H. Any movement of the transmitting-device G produces a corresponding movement of the rotary member of the electromotive device H, which is suitably geared to that member of the switch B which carries the circularly-arranged contacts. By these means, the supply of current to the pilot motor C is cut off when the predetermined movement of the rudder has taken place, and the switch D is thereupon returned to its off position by the springs d<5>, d<6>. In an alternative arrangement, the pilot motor C actuates the valve gear of an engine driving a separate dynamo, which supplies current to the main motor E.
Patent GB-190125024-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Variable Speed Gear for Motor Cars and other Machinery.
Inventor: WEBB GEORGE
Filed: 1901-12-09
Granted: 1902-11-13
Abstract: 25,024. Webb, G. Dec. 9. Motor road vehicles, variablespeed gearing for. The driving-shaft, which may be driven by a speedreducing gear from the motor shaft, carries a variablethrow eccentric by which reciprocating motion is imparted to a slide. From the slide proceed two rods 26, Fig. 2 ; these are jointed to arms 19, loosely mounted on the driven shaft 17, which carry on their ends pinions 23, 24 fitted with one-way clutches. The pinions engage with a wheel 18 fixed to the shaft 17 and carry it forward, one as it moves to the right, and the other as it moves to the left, each rotating freely as it moves in the opposite direction. Fig. 3 shows a modification in which the driving-shaft 2 and the driven shaft 17 are co-axial, and the arms 19 are slotted to engage with studs mounted on the eccentric ring 6. This Figure also shows the construction of the eccentric which consists of an inner part 4 and an outer part 5, the latter provided with an arm 7 to engage with the slotted arm 9 of the sleeve 10 ; the sleeve is formed with a helical slot to engage a pin on the shaft so that, when moved endways, it is also rotated.
Patent GB-190207691-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Linotype Machines
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1902-04-01
Granted: 1902-06-05
Abstract: 7691. Boult, A. J., [Bell, J. B.]. April 1. Linotype and like machines.-Relates to a machine in which two or more magazines are arranged to deliver their matrices to the same composing- mechanism. Fig. 3 shows a side elevation of the machine, Fig. 8 shows a vertical section of the selector, and Fig. 8<e> one of the matrices. Each of the magazines B<1>, B<2>, B<3>, B<4> is provided with an escapement G operated by arms f<5>, f<6>, f<7> actuated by auxiliary reeds f<1>,f<2>, f<3>, f<4>.The main reeds f, operated from the keyboard, are brought into position beneath any one of the sets of auxiliary reeds f<1>, f<2>, f<3> , f<4> by means of the lever f and links f<10>, f<11>, f<12>. Each matrix is provided at one end with permuted notches x to engage the permuted ribs of the distributer bar of its magazine, and at the other end with permuted notches y, to engage the permuted ribs of the selecting-bar. After the line of matrices has been set up and the casting made in the usual manner, the matrices are carried by the swinging-arm D, operated by the cam-actuated slotted arm D<3>, to the reversing-box H, which is provided with a spiral channel, so that the matrix is reversed end for end in its passage to the selector, under the pressure of a slide with an arm passing through slot in the box H carrying a pivoted following-plate. The matrices ride forwards on the rib m beneath the reciprocating depressor n, which moves up and down between guides n<3> for each rotation of the screws I. The shoulder n<1> of the depressor rests in the recess y of the matrix with its finger n<2> down the front. The thicker matrices are provided with a tapering groove v to pass over the end of the rib m and act to push the matrix forwards, as it is depressed to allow it to clear the end of the rib. The notches y engage the ribs of the selecting-bar J, along which the matrices are carried by three feed-screws I, to fall down the guide-ways K<1>, K<2>, K<3> K<4>, leading to their respective magazines. In its fall, each matrix strikes the rod M and turns over to bring the notches y uppermost before it is delivered to the feed-screws L<1>, &c. of the individual distributers. The outer walls k<1> of the guide-ways are adjusted by means of blocks k' and screws k<3>.
Patent GB-190209295-A (GB)
Title: A Combination Chair and Table.
Inventor: SMALL HERBERT HENRY
Filed: 1902-04-22
Granted: 1902-06-25
Abstract: 9295. Small, H. H. April 22. Chairs ; tables.-The back of an arm chair is provided with slots e which engage pins f on the arms. Processes in the bottom of the back engage dowels g on the seat. By lifting the back, turning it down and pulling it forwards, a table is formed as shown in Fig. 2 ; in this position ledges d' rest on the arms. The chair is fitted with a drawer c.
Patent GB-190209650-A (GB)
Title: Liquid Patching Tyre Cement.
Inventor: BLUNDELL EDWARD
Filed: 1902-04-26
Granted: 1902-07-24
Abstract: 9650. Blundell, E. April 26. Tyres, pneumatic.-A puncture-repairing cement consists of a solution of gutta-percha in carbon bisulphide with mineral naphtha.
Patent GB-190212867-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Purifying Fluids.
Inventor: BROOKE ROBERT GRUNDY
Filed: 1902-06-05
Granted: 1903-05-21
Abstract: 12,867. Brooke, R. G. June 5. Steam separators.- Relates to apparatus for purifying liquids, and especially for separating grease and water from steam, of the type described in Specifications No. 11.279. A.D. 1892, No. 2931, A.D. 1897, and No. 12,619, A.D. 1900. Figs. 1 and 2 show one form of apparatus. Within the casing 1 are secured two concentric tubes 10, 11, closed at the bottom by a perforated plate 9. The space between the casing and the outer tube is divided by diaphragms 14, inwhich there are openings 14<b>, or which are perforated at the corresponding positions. Vertical bars 15 on the tubes cause the gases to take a sinuous path. The gas enters by the branch 3, and passes round the tube 10 in the space a. It then flows through the gap 14<b> into the annular chamber b, and round it, in the opposite direction, to the gap 14<b>, by which it passes into the annular chamber c. It then enters the tub* 10 through the slot 12, passes upwards within it, and through the slot 13 into the tube 11, and thence to the outlet branch 4. The water, grease, &c. escape by the opening 19. The casing 1 may have a lining 16, of perforated sheet metal, woven wire, or gauze. The baffles 15 may be corrugated vertically, or may be covered with a material similar to the lining. In all cases a small space is left between the diaphragms 14 and the outer casing for the passage of water &c. to the bottom of the vessel. In a modification, the plates 14 are dispensed with, and baffles 15 are attached to all the walls. In other modifications, the tubes 10, 11 are supported in the casing 2, so that they, and in some cases the plates 14, can be withdrawn at the top, in one piece. In another modification, the tubes 10, 11 are placed horizontally, there being two sets, one at each side of a central casting, corresponding to the casing 2.
Patent GB-190216660-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Patching Material for Repairing the Covers of Pneumatic Tyres
Inventor: RAPER EDWARD BELL
Filed: 1902-07-28
Granted: 1903-02-26
Abstract: 16,660. Raper, E. B. July 28. Tyres, pneumatic. - Relates to repairing the outer covers of pneumatic tyres. The repairing- material consists of a strip B of heavy canvas solutioned to a wider strip A of preferably lighter canvas sufficiently wide to extend from one edge to the other when solutioned inside the cover C. At least one of the strips is so cut and placed that its fibres lie parallel to the fibres of the canvas lining of the cover.
Patent GB-190218944-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Lamp Globes, Shades, Chimneys and like Articles for Diffusing and Intensifying Artificial Light.
Inventor: MARKS GEORGE CROYDON
Filed: 1902-08-28
Granted: 1903-07-16
Abstract: 18,944. Marks, G. C., [Soc. L. Dittlo, J. Magnin et Cie.]. Aug. 28. Incandescent lamps. - A bulb c is provided with transparent surfaces f and translucent surfaces d arranged regularly over its surface, for diffusing the light.
Patent GB-190219690-A (GB)
Title: Improvements connected with Steam Generators.
Inventor: WIGLEY THOMAS
Filed: 1902-09-09
Granted: 1903-07-16
Abstract: 19,690. Wigley, T., and George, A. J., [trading as Wigley, George, & Co.]. Sept. 9. Feedwater, supplying, heating, and purifying; scum apparatus.-Suspended matter in feedwater is deposited and the water heated in basins d, f of the form shown, arranged in the steam space of the boiler and connected with a blow-off pipe e. The water is supplied by a pipe h to a spraying- hood g arranged over the basin f, which may have apertures in its sides or at its base opening into the basin d. One or more funnel, bell-shaped, or like devices l, connected to the blow-off pipe e or a separate blow-off pipe, collect the dirty scum or floating matter on the surface of the water.