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Patent GB-189820043-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for the Manufacture of Sugar-wafers and the like.
Inventor: BAKER GEORGE SAMUEL
Filed: 1898-09-21
Granted: 1899-04-15
Abstract: 20,043. Baker, G. S. Sept. 21 Biscuits; ovens.-Relates to machines for making sugar wafers and the like in which the baking plates or tongs are carried through the oven on endless chains or on a rotary spindle (as described in Specification No. 15,115, A.D. 1886), and consists in providing automatic feeding-devices for the batter and cutters or beadings for trimming the edges of the wafers. In the arrangement shown in Fig. 1, the plates D are fitted with flanged wheels E<1> which run on guide-rails in the frame and are connected together by links E. Curved guides D<3> are arranged to lift the upper plate for charging and discharging. The batter is pumped by a pump G from a reservoir through a flexible pipe g to a nozzle carried by a sliding bracket. The bracket is operated in relation to the plates D by a combination of cams and links and a weight K so that it is moved clear of the upper plate when this descends. The piston of the pump is moved by a cam piece H carried by the plate. In a modified construction, the pump is movable and its piston is given a relative movement to secure the discharge as required, a special arrangement of levers for giving a quick return being described. The cutters L, Fig. 6, which also serve as a beading to prevent overflow of batter in feeding, are operated by levers L<2> which are rocked by eccentrics L<1> carried by a shaft supported on the plates D. The shaft is fitted with a pinion to which motion is given from time to time by racks L<4>, L<5>, L<6>. In a modified form of baking-plate a beading is formed on the lower-plate, openings being left for escape of air. When the plates are closed they are locked by a pin M operated by a star-wheel M<2> and unlocked at a second wheel M<4>. The nozzles of the feeding-appliance are provided with spring valves to prevent dripping.
Patent GB-189823476-A (GB)
Title: An Improvement in Cross Bridges or Bars Used in connection with the Hand-hole and like Covers of Steam Boilers, Hot Water Circulating Boilers, Tanks, Kiers, and the like.
Inventor: MILLS ALICE ANN
Filed: 1898-11-08
Granted: 1899-09-30
Abstract: 23,476. Mills, A. A. Nov. 8. Boilers, handhole doors for. Consists in making in one piece the shank A and bridge-piece B of the cross-bar used for securing the handhole cover of a kitchen-range boiler or the like,
Patent GB-189902386-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Use in connection with Wireless Telegraphy.
Inventor: NEHEMIAS MAX JULIUS
Filed: 1899-02-02
Granted: 1899-07-15
Abstract: 2386. Nehemias, M. J., and Schr÷der, H. F. A. Feb. 2. Wireless telegraphy.-Relates to special arrangements in wireless telegraphy for signalling between floating objects such as ships. The transmitting-part of the apparatus consists of a spark gap 14, 15, 16, 17, in the secondary 13 of an induction coil, the primary 1 of which is in circuit with a battery 2, motor-driven make and break 6, shunt condensers 22, and either the key 47 or the rotating switch 11 by means of the throw-over switch 9. The switch 11 is arranged to alternately complete the transmitter or receiver circuit with a momentary contact at 41 for completing the circuit of the de-coherer magnet 43. The relay 30, when the switches 9 and 28 are in the position shown, causes a received signal to make the lamp 39 glow. When the switches are in the position shown in dotted lines, the recorder magnet 51 is in the local circuit of the relay 30, and is controlled by the coherer 24. The de-cohering magnet 52 is in a shunt to this circuit.
Patent GB-189904537-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Flag-poles or Staffs.
Inventor: MUIR JOHN
Filed: 1899-03-01
Granted: 1899-05-06
Abstract: 4537. Muir, J. March 1. Flagstaffs a r e built up with triangular skeleton frames a<1> with cross triangles b and diagonal rods b<1>. The frame is surmounted by a tubular post c containing a strengthening-web. A boss D and arm E a r e employed for the guide-stays d. Removable footsteps may be employed.
Patent GB-189906096-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Machines for Laying or Attaching Soles to Boots and Shoes.
Inventor: DORMAN WILLIAM HENRY
Filed: 1899-03-21
Granted: 1900-02-03
Abstract: 6096. Dorman, W. H. March 21. Presses; soles, laying. Relates to a hydraulic press for laying cemented soles. A pair of pumps, driven from a crank shaft rotated by a belt pulley, deliver water from a tank into an air vessel d, into which air may be injected as described in Specification No. 17,142, A.D. 1896. From this vessel water is supplied under the control of a valve e to the pressure chamber. This consists of an oval metal dish to which is secured a sheet of indiarubber b<1> large enough to lap over the edges of the largest sole. The jack f carries a last-pin and an adjustable toe-rest, and is held up to receive pressure by a toggle-joint which is straightened by a treadle f<11> and broken by the treadle f<13>. The jack can be adjusted in height by rotating the nut f<3> by means of a hand-wheel. The lower end of the jack-post is forked, and is pivoted on a pin f<6> so that the jack can be swung forward into the position shown in dotted lines for the removal of the shoe. A stop i, adjusted by rack and pinion gear, determines the position of the jack while being operated on.
Patent GB-189906826-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Apparatus for Effecting Exchange of Temperature Between Fluids.
Inventor: FOUCHE FREDERIC
Filed: 1899-03-29
Granted: 1900-02-03
Abstract: 6826. FouchÚ, F. March 29. Condensers.-Relates to apparatus for effecting exchange of h e a t between fluids, and more especially to the elements or parts of such apparatus. These elements consist of chambers or narrow passages formed by the junction of pairs of metal plates, and are connected together by one or more series of hollow cores which form continuous channels with branches leading into each element. The apparatus may be used as a steam or surface condenser. One form of apparatus is shown in Fig. 2. The plates a and b are joined together, and have cores c interposed between them. The several parts are connected by rods and bolts. The metal plates may be corrugated. In a modified apparatus, one series of cores c only is employed, the inner channel being divided by a partition. This partition may be omitted, and the inlet and outlet may be common. The passage from one element to the next may be closed by a partition alternately above and below. Instead of solid cores, hollow perforated parts c, as shown in Fig. 10, may be employed.
Patent GB-189906943-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Bottles, Jars and the like for Preventing the Fraudulent Re-filling thereof.
Inventor: HALLE CLIFFORD ROBERT STEPHEN
Filed: 1899-03-30
Granted: 1899-06-17
Abstract: 6943. HallÞ, C. R. S. J. March 30. Drinking - vessels.- To prevent refilling of bottles &c., a g l a s s tumbler e is secured over the neck and stopper by catches a engaging under the flange f<1> formed on the outside of t h e vessel, so that it cannot be removed without breaking the flange. When removed, the tumbler can be used as a drinking-vessel.
Patent GB-189911998-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Chaff Cutters and the like Food Preparing Machines.
Inventor: BINGHAM GEORGE COWLEY
Filed: 1899-06-09
Granted: 1900-06-09
Abstract: 11,998. Bingham, G. C. June 9. Drawings to Specification. Belt forks for chaff-cutters. The belt fork slides on one arm of an L-shaped bar, which is adjustably secured to the frame by means of two discs having serrated faces and a central bolt.
Patent GB-189912917-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Pneumatic Apparatus for Organs.
Inventor: WILLIS VINCENT
Filed: 1899-06-21
Granted: 1900-05-05
Abstract: 12,917. Willis, V. June 21. Organs.-Relates to pneumatic actions and to bellows. The supply of air to the motor bellows B, Fig. 1, is controlled by a diaphragm D having a stiff central part. On the admission of air pressure to the pipe d by the performer, the diaphragm D closes the outlet E, and at the same time, by means of the rod a<2> opens the valve a', admitting air from the wind-chest to the passage C and bellows B. The increased pressure in the passage C causes the middle of the diaphragm D to fall and close the valve a', but its edge continues to close the outlet E until pressure is relieved in the pipe d. With this arrangement the supply inlet a, can be made smaller than usual, and owing to the stiff middle part of the diaphragm D its travel is less than would otherwise be the case. The above may be combined with the pneumatic spring K and suction tube K<1> described in Specification No. 5665, A.D. 1895. The combination of the diaphragm D and valve a' is also used for coupling, the passage C and the outlet E<1> being then replaced by tubes. A diaphragm similar to D, but having a fixed centre, is used as the escape valve for a motor bellows supplied through a simple non-return valve. An increased travel is obtained in a bellows of restricted area by hinging a third rib f, Fig. 7, between the two ribs F, F<1> forming the usual simple fold. The ribs fare guided by arms f<1> provided with rollers as shown ; or by horizontal links pivoted to the casing and to vertical arms on the ribs.
Patent GB-189913101-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Hydraulic Jib Cranes.
Inventor: BERRY HENRY
Filed: 1899-06-23
Granted: 1899-08-05
Abstract: 13,101. Berry, H. June 23. Cranes.-Relates to hydraulic cranes, with jibs of adjust able length, in which luffing is effected without altering the height of the suspended load. The crane post 20 is fitted with a fixed jib 2<a> upon the outer end of which an adjustable jib 6 is adapted to slide upon rollers 3 and 3<a> and under a roller 11. This jib is pushed out by a hydraulic cylinder 23 and ram 27. Compensation of the lifting-chain is effected by a pulley 50 mounted b e - tween arms 40 the lower ends of which are pivoted at 42 to the strut 45 and the upper ends are connected to the ends 39<a> of a second pair of arms 36 pivoted to the sliding jib. As the jib moves inwards, the guide-pulley 50 is displaced relatively, so as to take up the slack of the chain, and thus maintain the load at a constant height.
Patent GB-189913619-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Knitting Machines.
Inventor: ROBINSON ARTHUR
Filed: 1899-07-01
Granted: 1900-05-05
Abstract: 13,619. Robinson, A., and Bott, W. B. July 1. Circular knitting-machines.-Relates to a machine adapted for making plain goods at one time and ribbed at another. The needle cylinder A is fixed, and the cams rotate. Shrunk inside the upper end of the needle cylinder is a tricked annulus B, in which work the web holders C having noses C<1> and turned-up lugs C<3>. The cam for operating the lugs is in two parts D, D', Fig. 3, connected by screws ; it is operated by a rod H fitting between two lugs and carried by a wheel J working in a casing K bolted to brackets K<2> on the frame. A bevel-wheel M on the main shaft M' gears with the wheel J. The work passes outside a cylinder W shrunk on the casing K. On the shaft M<1> is a pinion O gearing with a wheel P having an eccentric hub P<3>, which drives a pawl F engaging the ratchet-wheel of the pattern chain. The ratchet-wheel is racked one tooth for four revolutions of the cam cylinder. The projections R<4> on the chain engage the usual lever S, and stop the machine whenever a change of work is to be made. The ribbing-mechanism is removable, and the arm U is bolted at U' to the cam cylinder. The fixed dial Q is carried on a stem Q<1> bearing loosely in the ar n U and prevented from rotating by toes Q<2>, Q<3>, Fig. 5, engaging fixed projections T, T<1>. The ribber cam is operated by a rod V<1> on the arm U engaging a pair of projections V<2>. When making plain work, the dial and ribbing-mechanism are removed.
Patent GB-189913748-A (GB)
Title: Improved Burner for Vapourised Liquid Fuel for Incandescence Lighting or Heating Purposes.
Inventor: GLITSCH WALTHER
Filed: 1899-07-03
Granted: 1900-04-07
Abstract: 13,748. Glitsch, W. July 3. Incandescent vapour burners.-For heating purposes, the lamp burner shown in Fig. 1 is supplemented by an annular, flat-flame, or other burner v, Fig. 4, which is mounted in the upper end of the tube f by means of a depending split tube u. The mixing of the air and vapour is effected in two or more laterally-perforated tubes or cones c, d, of which the respective outlets are designed to correspond with the dimensions of the cone of air and gas issuing therefrom, as indicated by the dot-and-dash lines in Fig. 1. Heat for vaporizing the oil is transmitted to the oil-supply tube k and the nozzle a by the tube f, and the air supply is heated while traversing the bell-mouth o of an outer tube n.
Patent GB-189918683-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Apparatus for Use in Making Chocolate and the like.
Inventor: BOULT ALFRED JULIUS
Filed: 1899-09-15
Granted: 1899-11-18
Abstract: 18,683. Boult, A. J., [Lehmann, L. B.]. Sept. 15. Chocolatemaking apparatus. - R e - lates to apparatus for use in making chocolate and the like, and consists of means for vibrating or shaking the table upon which the paste is placed. A table c, supported on the frame a guided in the frame b, is connected by bars d with a block e working in guides f. A roller g is mounted in the block e, round which passes a belt h forming a loop the ends of which are connected to pins i &c. The operating-shaft k rotates within the loop, and is provided with a pair of discs or collars between which are mounted two pairs of rollers m, m<1>. As the shaft revolves, a pair of rollers press out the belt, which raises the block e, thereby raising the table, and, before the next pair of rollers come into operation, the table falls and thus a rapid vibration of the table c may be obtained. The table may be raised against the action of india-rubber rings or springs so as to increase the speed of descent. The pins i may be provided with nuts engaged by a spindle q with right and left hand threads, thereby allowing the lift of the table to be adjusted.
Patent GB-189919779-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Air Compressors.
Inventor: TOLLE GEORGE WASHINGTON
Filed: 1899-10-02
Granted: 1899-11-18
Abstract: 19,779. Tolle, G. W., and Griffiths, T. M. Oct. 2. Compressing. - A double-acting pump 1 forces air beneath one of the pistons 19, 19<1> of the compressors 7, 7<1>, and draws it from beneath the other, any additional air that is required being drawn from the atmosphere through the valve 3. Air is drawn into the compressors through valves 14, and delivered through valves 15 to the reservoir 17, the pressure in which controls the speed of the steam or other motor that drives the pump 1. Valves 29, 29<1>, 31, 31<1>, for controlling the flow of air between the cylinders 7, 7<1>, and 1, are actuated by tappets 20, 20<1> in the cylinders 7, 7<1>, through slotted links 50, 50<1> and discs 27, 27<1>. The valve strokes are completed by a dash-pot 51 acting through a disc 24.
Patent GB-189920904-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Suspensory Attachments for Waist Belts and the like.
Inventor: LEE NELLIE
Filed: 1899-10-19
Granted: 1900-08-18
Abstract: 20,904. Lee, N. Oct. 19. Pins, dress and like.-Skirts &c. are attached to waist-belts by an appliance consisting of a curved plate 10 secured by stitching to the inside of a waist-belt 11 and formed with eyes 19 in which a pin 18, adapted to engage the skirt 12, is pivoted as shown. The plate is turned up at the end 20, to protect and secure the point of the pin.
Patent GB-189921658-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Signal Systems for Electric Railways.
Filed: 1899-10-30
Granted: 1900-01-27
Abstract: 21,658. British Thomson-Houston Co., [Stewart, S. B.]. Oct. 30. Electric railways on a sectional conductor system, with electromagnetic switches, and signalling- mechanism for indicating whether or not the sectional contacts are "alive." Conductors; switches.-The section contact 10<a> is connected through the "pick-up" magnet 6, and, normally, by the bridge-piece 17, through a shunt around the resistance 12, to the return lead 13. The bridge-piece 7, operated by the electromagnet 6, closes the circuit from the main lead, through the contacts 8, 8<a> and electromagnet 9 to the section contact 10, the magnet 9 being adapted to prevent an arc from forming between the auxiliary carbon contacts of the bridge-piece 7. In passing from one section to another, the brushes &c. on the car 11 bridge the sections, and energize the section being eutered, a branch current passing through the magnets 9, 1, the latter of which raises the signal arm 4, to the return lead 13, while a second branch energizes the electromagnet 6 and closes the feeder circuit. The electromagnet 6, when energized, also opens the bridge - piece 17, and switches the resistance 12 into the circuits of the magnets 1, 6, so reducing the holding - current and preventing overheating &c. The car carries a battery 14, by which a momentary c u r r e n t can be supplied to the magnet 6, when, as in case of a stop, the contact - rail is disconnected from the feed-wire.
Patent GB-189922694-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Coin Freed Game.
Inventor: WHADCOAT GORDON CUMING
Filed: 1899-11-14
Granted: 1900-09-15
Abstract: 22,694. Whadcoat, G. C. Nov. 14. Games of chance and skill, apparatus for.-A model of a billiard or bowling game is made accessible on the insertion of a coin. On operating an external handle Y the arm N of a sitting dummy player sends a ball rolling in an arena K divided into tracks by ridges C, D, E, so that the ball may return to the dummy player or be guided to one of a pair of stationary balls F, G forming the tops of pendulum levers H, I. Coin action.-The coin in descending from a shoot V lodges on the arrow-head shaped end R of a latch J, which holds the handle from action till the weight of the coin is on it. Coin-discharging mechanism.-Whichever pendulum lever is struck by the playing ball knocks the coin off the latch. Returning coin.-If the coin is knocked off by the inner lever it falls to a shoot W, which delivers it to the operator.
Patent GB-190002217-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with the Turret Slides of Capstan Lathes, applicable also to other Classes of Machines.
Inventor: MELHUISH ALFRED GEORGE
Filed: 1900-02-03
Granted: 1900-03-24
Abstract: 2217. Melhuish, A. G. Feb. 3. Lathes.-The turret of a capstan lathe is rotated independently of the movement of the slide. The turret A carries at its base a ring having a number of teeth B with which a spring catch H engages for revolving the turret. The catch is mounted on a cam F carried on a spindle E which is adapted to be rotated by a handle G, which also screws on to a hollow spindle C surrounding the spindle E and secured to the slide D, and so forces the collar K into engagement with the turret and jams it on to the slide when the tool is in position. The turret is also locked by a spring bolt L, which engages between the teeth B until pushed back by the cam F, which acts on a projection L<1> on the bolt. In a modification, the turret is rotated by a bell-crank mounted on the slide, one arm of the bell crank actuating a pawl which operates a starwheel at the base of the turret, and the other actuating the bolt L. The lever which operates the crank may also operate the slide.
Patent GB-190006041-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Sheet Metal Shears or Shearing Machines.
Inventor: SACK HUGO
Filed: 1900-03-31
Granted: 1900-05-05
Abstract: 6041. Sack, H. March 31. Shearing.-Sheet metal shearing-machines are relieved from undue strain when the article to be cut offers an unusual resistance by mounting the blade b, which is ordinarily stationary on the slide e, which carries another cutting-blade c. Between the blade c and a stationary blade d is fed automatically a bar k which supports the slide e against ordinary stresses, but is cut when the article to be cut between the blades a and b offers too great a resistance.
Patent GB-190006170-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in and connected with Vaporizers or Carburetting Apparatus.
Inventor: FIRTH ARTHUR
Filed: 1900-04-03
Granted: 1901-05-03
Abstract: 6170. Firth, A., and Jackson, R. April 3. Gas or explosivevapour engines, carburetting i n. A carburetter for motors &c., particularlv motors for driving vehicles, comprises a vessel a containing hydrocarbon liquid into which a cylindrical wick e dips. The wick is supported by a perforated cylinder d. Air enters by the tubes g, and passing through the wicks is drawn off through the cocks k, p. The three-way cock k controls the relative quantities of pure and carburetted air that passes to the throttle valve p and to the engine or elsewhere. The level of the liquid is indicated by a float gauge r, r' and controlled by float valve v. The oil may be heated by passing the engine exhaust through a pipe 20.
Patent GB-190009797-A (GB)
Title: Improvements relating to the Sterilization or Preservation of Food or the like.
Inventor: PANET LOUIS VINCENT CAMILLE
Filed: 1900-05-28
Granted: 1900-08-25
Abstract: 9797. Panet, L. V. C. May 28. Stoppers; capsuling and sealing bottles.-Relates to the sterilization and preservation of milk or other food and the like. The liquid to be sterilized is placed in a bottle b, which is then closed by a stopper c having a passage d covered by a cap e secured by prongs f. A cover h, consisting of layers of linen &c. enclosing cotton wool, is then secured over the neck, and the material is sterilized by heating to 100‹ C., and then keeping it for some time at a lower temperature. The cap e is then driven in so as to close the passage d, and the cover is removed. The bottle is finally inverted in a capsule containing melted wax, which completely seals it. In a modification, the passage d contains cotton wool, and is fitted with a glass tube at its inner end
Patent GB-190009864-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in or relating to Envelopes or the like.
Inventor: KLABER AUGUSTUS DAVID
Filed: 1900-05-29
Granted: 1900-06-30
Abstract: 9864. Klaber, A. D. May 29. Envelopes.- Relates to envelopes for halfpenny postage. The flap B is gummed on parts b which are not in contact with the flap D when the envelope is closed, so that the point of the flap D may be inserted between the flap B and the flaps C, E, and the envelope has the appearance of an ordinary fully-sealed one. The flap D may be gummed as indicated by dotted lines, and the envelope may be used for ordinary letter post.
Patent GB-190101993-A (GB)
Title: An Improved Hoe.
Inventor: BIGG AUSTEN
Filed: 1901-01-29
Granted: 1901-06-08
Abstract: 1993. Bigg, A. Jan. 29. Hoes, hand. - Relates to a hand-hoe so shaped that it can be used on the forward and backward stroke. The blade is curved, and is sharpened along the edges B A, A D, and D C. The handle is fixed in a bent socket E, so that it is approximately at right-angles to the blade in the position shown.
Patent GB-190111652-A (GB)
Title: Improvements in Baker's Ovens.
Inventor: RHODES SAMUEL ARTHUR
Filed: 1901-06-07
Granted: 1902-05-15
Abstract: 11,652. Rhodes, S. A. June 7. Ovens.-Relates to the distribution of heat in bakers' ovens, particularly drawplate ovens. A double drawplate oven is shown in longitudinal and transverse sectional elevations respectively in Figs. 1 and 2. The furnace A is placed under the back end, and provided with two flues B, B<1> extending beneath the sole to the front. The rear end of the sole is formed of arch-shaped firebricks or tiles A<1>. The flues B, B<1> may be separated by a partition b, or openings may be formed in the partition at intervals. The flues B, B' communicate with vertical side flues and a number of horizontal flues D, D<1> on the crown, or, in the case of a double oven as shown, forming the crown of the lower oven and the sole of the upper oven. The flues D, D<1> communicate with flues H leading to a chimney K. The front parts of the flues B, B<1> are covered by a thin plate E, preferably of iron. The flues D, D<1> have tiled or plate bottoms, and, in the case of a double drawplate oven, as shown, corrugated iron tops. When the top portion is a peel oven, the flues D, D<1> are covered with tiles, or plates with tiles over them. Parts M, N are filled with sand.