US1131425A - Typographical machine. - Google Patents

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J. R. ROGERS. TYPOGRAPHICAL MACHINE. APPLIGATION TILED SEPT. 21, 1913.

Patented Mar. 9, 1915.

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J. R. ROGERS. TYPOGRAPHICAL MACHINE. APPLICATION FILED SEPT. 27, 1913.

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J. R. ROGERS. TYPOGRAPHICAL MACHINE. APPLICATION FILED SEPT.27,1913.

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UNITED STATES PATENT OFFICE.

JOHN 3.. ROGERS, OF BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, ASSIGNOR TO MERGENI'HALEB LINOTYTE COMPANY, A CORPORATION OF NEW YORK.

T'KPOGRAPHICAL MACHINE.

"Specification of Letters Patent.

Patented Mar. 9, 1915.

Application filed September 27, 1913. Serial No. 792,098.

To all whom it may concern:

Be it known that I, JOHN R. Rooms, a citizen of the United States, residing at Brooklyn, in the county of Kings and fitate of New York, have invented certain new and useful Improvements in Typographical Machines, of which the following is a speciiication, reference being had therein to the are to appear in print and then assembled in line. the composed line transferred to the face of a mold, the mold filled with molten atal to form a slug or linotype against the matrices which produce the type characters thereon, and the matrices thereafter returned through distributing mechanism to the magazine from which they started.

More particularly, it relates to the distribnting mechanism for machines of this kind when equipped with a plurality of fonts, the general principle involved be ng the preliminary separation of the matrlces according to letter and their subsequent delivery according to font.

In. the accompanying drawings, I have shown my invention in preferred form and by way of example, and as applied to a linotype machine, but obnously many changes and ariations may be made therein, and in its mode of application, Wllltlh will still be comprised wlthin its spirit. Thus, it may be similarly applied to other forms of typographical machines, such as type'setters, typecasters, and the like, which handle type or dies, instead of matrices. Generally speaking, I desire it to be understood that I do not limit myself to any specific form or cn'ibodimcnt, except in so far as such limitations are specified in the claims.

Referring to the drawings: Figure 1 is a diagrammatic side el vation illustrating the genera-ii arrangement of the parts; Flg. 2 is a side View, partly in section and broken away. of one of the font distributing tubes, etc; Figs. 3 and -l are perspective views showing different stages of operation; F 1g.

5 is a side view of one of the tubes detached; Fig. 6 is a perspective view illus trating the mode of mounting the tubes side by side; Fig. 7 is a view of the variety of special matrices employed; Fig. 8 is an edge view of one of the matrices, partly in sectionfand Fig. 9 illustrates succeslsive positions of a matrix in sectional detai Fig. 1 shows the general arrangement of the parts, matrices of mixed fonts bein separated according to letter by the usua distributing mechanism A and delivered to the corresponding tubes B, along which they pass endwise and from which in turn they are individually transferred to their proper magazines, six such channeled magazines 1, 2, 8, 4, 5 and 6 being illustrated by way of example as beneath and communicating with the tubes B, which are transversely located with reference thereto. As already indicated, the matrices are delivered from the tubes at ditferent points in their length to the magazine channels according to font, this being effected by means which I shall now proceed to describe and which are the specific subject matter of my invention. The tubes B are mounted side by side in the framework (see Fig. 6), each tube being preferably formed of a flat metal strip with its edges bent over to engage and guide the ears of the matrices passing therethrough. The means for causing a matrix to pass from the tube into its proper channel are best illustrated in Figs. 2, 3, 4 and 5, and comprise: the notch D formed in the upper bent-over edge of the tube to permit the upward movement of the lower ear of the matrix, when the latter is tipped or swung edgewise, as will subsequently be described; the notches E formed in the side of the lower bent-over edge to permit the lateral passage of the matrix as it is disengaged from the tube; and the lip H to engage the upper ear of the disengaged matrix and tilt or turn it into proper position to pass into the channel. Each tube B is also provided along its inner side with a series of fixed font deflectors or shoulders C, located in proper relation to the corresponding notches D and E, and arranged at different vertical heights (see Fig. 6) to cooperate with the specially formed matrices of the several fonts. The several separating devices described are not necessary in connection with the last magazine channel, as will sub sequently be apparent.

The matrices employed are illustrated in Fig. 7, there being six forms in all, one for each of the magazines and respectively indi-- cated as X X 1 X, X and X Each matrix (except the matrix X) is formed in its side with a deflecting groove F, inclined at an angle with reference to the edge thereof, and terminating in the body of the matrix with a beveled portion extending to the side thereof (see Fig. 8). These grooves F are located in different positions upon the respective matrices and are designed to en gage and cooperate with the respective font deflectors C previously described, the said parts being so arranged that when the inclined groove engages the deflector, the matrix is first tipped or swung edgewise, which movement is permitted by the notch D (see Fig. 3); and next, due to the lateral bevel at the end of the groove,is discharged laterally, which movement is permitted by the notches E; after which-the upper ear of the matrix engages the lip H, whereby it is tilted and straightened vertically before it passes downward into the magazine channel (see Fig. 4), this momentum being sufficient to free it from the lip after tilting. All the matrices (except the matrix X have one or more longitudinal grooves G formed in their sides, which groove differ from the grooves F in that they are parallel to the edge and continuous from one end of the matrix body to the other, and are desi ned to permit the unimpeded passage of the matrices past the font deflectors C in advance of the deflector designed to engage the groove F. The matrix X is unprovided with grooves (l, as its groove F is located in position to coiiperate with the first deflcctor C: the groove F of the matrix X is designed to coiiperate with the second deflector C and is provided with a single groove G to enable the matrix to pass the first deflector: and so cn, it being noted that the last matrix X is formed with five grooves ti to enable it to pass the five deflectors C, and has no deflecting groove F.

The operation of the parts will be clearly understood from the construction and description already given, and is further illustrated in the several views comprised in Fig. 9. in the first view, a matrix X is shown as passing the first deflectcr C, which is permitted by its groove G. In the second view. the same matrix is shown with its groove F in engagement with the second deflector C, the first cfl'c' t of which engagement is to tilt the matrix cdgewise in the direction indicated by the arrow. In the third view, the matrix has been disengaged laterally from the tube B and is ready to drop into the magazine channel. It will be noted that the deflectors C subserve a further function when engaged in the notches G, prior to the time of the arrival of the matrix at its proper channel, this engagement holding the matrix in place with its ears in the grooves, and preventing its accidental displacement threugh the notches E appertaining to any magazine channels in advance of its own.

As before stated, the form of the tubes B is such that the matrices are guided therethreug wholly by their ears, one side of the tubes being open to allow the body portions of the matrices to project laterally therefrom. This feature is of advantage in that each tube is thus adapted to handle matrices of widely varying thicknesses. It of further advantage in that the matrices are held with their notched faces close up As already stated, I have shown my in-' vention rnly in prefeired form and by way of example, and as adapted to a linotype machine, but obviously many modifications and alterations therein, and in its mode of application, will suggest themselves to those skilled in the art, without departure from its scope.

Having thus described my invention, its construction and mode of operation, what I claim and desire to secure by Letters Patent of the llnited States, is as follows:

1. Typographical distributing mechanism comprising a conductor, along which the type or matrices travel endwise lininterruptedly, and means for deflecting them sidewise therefrom at different points in its length.

2. Typographical distributing mechanism comprising a conductor, along which the type or matrices travel endwise, provided with a series of openings located at different points in its length, and further with a corresponding series of fixed shoulders to engage the type or matrices and deflect them laterally through said openings.

3. 'Iypographical distributing mechanism comprising a conductor, along which the type or matrices travel cndwise, and means for shifting the traveling type or matrices first edgewise and then laterally to discharge them from the conductor.

4. 'lypographical distributing mechanism comprising a conductor having a groove in which the ears of the type or matrices travel, the side of said groove being cut away or recessed at different points in its length, and means for deflecting the type or matrioes laterally from the groove through said recesses.

5. TYPOgHF'PhlCEII distributing mechanism comprising a conductor having a groove in which the type or matrices travel, and means for shifting the traveling type or matriccs edgewise in said groove to permit them to escape sidcwise therefrom.

6. Typographical distributing mechanism comprising a conductor having a groove in which the type or matrices travel, the side of said groove being cut away or recessed at different points in its length, and means for shifting the traveling type or matrices edge wise in said groove and deflecting them lat erally through said recesses.

7. In a typographical machine comprising type or matrices each having an inclined notch or groove in its side face, a distributing conductor provided with a shoulder or projection to engage in said notches during the travel of the type or matrices and thus shift them edgewise.

8. In a typographical machine comprising type or matrices each formed with a notch or groove in its side face and termi nating in its body, a distributing conductor provided with an opening and a fixed projecting shoulder to engage in said notches during the travel of the type or matrices and thus deflect them laterally through said opening.

9. In a typographical machine comprising type or matrices each formed with an inclined notch or groove in its side face and teri'ninating in its body, a distributing con.- ductor provided with a projecting shoulder to engage in said notches during the travel of the type or matrices and thus shift them both edgewise and laterally.

10. In a typographical machine, the combination of a plurality of sets of type or matrices. each formed in its side face with a notch or groove terminating in its body, the grooves of one set being located in a different position from those of another set, and a d stributing conductor provided with openings at different points in its length and with fixed shoulders to engage in said notches. and deflect the matrices through said openings. the said shoulders being also located in different relative positions to correspond to the different locations of the notches in the type or matrices.

11. In a tvpographical machine. the combin ation of two sets of type or matrices, and a distributing conductor provided with a deflecting shoulder to engage the side faces of the tvpe or matrices of one set, the type or matrices of the other set being formed in the r side faces with notches or grooves extending throughout the length of their bodies in position to register with said shoulder so as to permit them to pass thereby.

12. In a typographical machine, the combination/of two sets of type or matrices, each for med with a notch or groove in its side face and terminating in its body, and a distributing conductor provided With two deflecting shoulders to engage in said notches during the travel of the type or matrices, the type or matrices of one set being formed with a further notch or groove extending through their bodies to register with the first deflecting shoulder and thus permit them to pass thereby.

' In a typographical machine c0mprising type or matrices, a distributing conductor, along which the type or matrices travel, provided with a plurality of deflecting shoulders at different points in its length and in different relative positions, those type or matrices which are engaged by the second shoulder being formed in their side faces with a single notch or groove extending through their bodies to permit them to clear the first shoulder, and those which are engaged by the third shoulder being formed with two notches or grooves extending through their bodies to permit them to clear the first and second shoulders, and so on throughout the series.

14. In a typographical machine, the combination of a plurality of sets of type or matrices, and a distributin conductor provided with a plurality o deflecting shoulders to engage the type or matrices and discharge them at different points in its length, the type or matrices of one of the sets being formed in their side faces with notches or grooves extending through their bodies and corresponding in number to that of the shoulders in the conductor, so as to permit them to clear all of such shoulders.

15. In a. typographical machine, the combination of a plurality of fonts of type or matrices, distributing means for separating the type or matrices according to character irrespective of font. a series of conductors to receive the separated type or matrices and along which they pass endwise. and means for discharging the type or matrices sidewise from the conductors at one point or another according to font.

16. Typographical distributing mecha nism comprising a conductor, along which the type or matrices travel, means for deflecting the type or matrices laterally therefrom, a channel to receive directly the discharged type or matrices. and means for tilting them edgewise in their passage from the conductor to the channel.

17. Typographical distributing mechanism comprising a conductor, along which the type or matrices travel, means for deilrcting the type or matrices laterally therefrom. and a fixed shoulder to engage a deflected type or matrix and cause it to tilt edgewise.

18. Typographical distributing mechanisni comprising a conductor along which the type or matrices travel, the said conductor being provided with a series of openings and. With a corresponding series of fixed shoulders to shift the type or matrices edge- Wise in the conductor and then discharge them laterally therefrom through the openings, the said shoulders acting also to prevent the edgewise shifting of the type or matrices as they pass non-corresponding openings.

19. Typographical distributing mechanism comprising a conductor, formed with a groove in which the type or matrices travel and in which they are first shifted edgewise to permit their subsequent lateral discharge, and means for preventing the said edgewise movement until the type or matrices have reached the proper point.

20. In a typographical machine, the combination of type or matrices formed with grooves in their side faces extending through their bodies, and a distributing conductor, in which the type or matrices travel, and provided with a projecting shoulder to enter said grooves and prevent the premature shifting of the type or matrices.

21. In a typographical machine, the com bination of two sets of type or matrices, and a distributing conductor provided with a deflecting shoulder to engage the type or matrices of one set. the type or matrices of the other set being formed in their side faces With notches or grooves extending through their bodies and in position to register with said shoulder so as to permit the type or matrices to pass thereby, the said shoulder also acting by its engagement in said grooves to prevent the premature shifting of the type or matrices.

22. In a typographical machine, the combination of a plurality of n'iagazines each having a series of channels for the type or matrices, and a series of distributing conductors along nhich the type or matrices travel, each of said conductors being formed with openings leading to the corresponding channels of the several magazines, and provided with fixed or permanent means to cooperate vvith the traveling type or matrices and discharge them through one or another of said openings 21CC()I(llllf to the magazine to which they belong.

23. In a typograpl'iical machine. the combination of a plurality of fonts of type or matrices, distributing means to separate the type or matrices according to character irrespective of font, and a series of conductors to receive the separated type or matrices and along which they travel, each of said conductors being provided with fixed or permanent means to cooperate with the traveling type or matrices and discharge them at one point or another according to font.

24. In a typographical machine, the combination of distributing mechanism, a magazine for the type or matrices, a distributing conductor along which the type or matrices travel from the distributing mechanism to the magazine, and means for deflecting the type or matrices sidewise and then edgewise in their passage from the conductor to the magazine.

25. In a typographical machine the combination of a vertically disposed magazine for the type or matrices, an inclined conductor along which the type or matrices travel directly to the magazines, and means for discharging the type or matrices sidewise from said conductor and for thereafter tilting them vertically edgewise in order that they may pass into the magazine.

26. In a typographical machine, the combination of a plurality of magazines for the type or matrices, and a conductor along which the type or matrices travel directly to the magazines, said conductor being provided with openings at different points in its length leading to the several magazines and with fixed or permanent means to cooperate with the traveling type or matrices and discharge them through said openings into one or another of the magazines.

27. In a typographical machine, the combination of type or matrices of variant form, a plurality of magazines therefor, and a conductor along which the type or matrices travel directly to the magazines, provided with openings at different points in its length and with fixed or permanent means to cooperate with the traveling type or matrices and discharge them through said openings into one or another of the magazines according to their form.

In a typographical machine, the combinatinn of a plurality of magazines for the type or matrices, and a conductor along which the type or matri es travel directly to the magazines, siid conductor being formed to discharge some of the type or matrices sidewise therefrom into one of the magazines and to discharge others therefrom endvvise into anrther of the magazines.

29. In a typographical machine, the combination of a. plurality of magazines for the type or matrices, a single distributing mechanism, and an intermediate conductor formed in its side face With a series of openings, one for each magazine, and means for discharging the mrtrices sidewise through one or another of said openings according to the magazine to which they belon v 30. In a typographical machine, the combination of type or matrices formed with projecting ears, and a distributing conductor having a groove wherein the ears of the matrices engage, the said conductor having its edge turned over to provide such groove.

31. In a typographical machine, the combination of type or matrices formed with projecting ears, and a distributing conductor having a deflecting shoulder to engage the type or matrices in their passage therethrough, the said conductor being also provided with guiding means to engage the projecting ears of the type or matrices and thus insure the engagement of the deflecting shoulder with the type or matrices irrespective'of their thicknesses.

32. In a typographical machine, the combination of type or matrices each formed with a notch or groove in its side face, and a distributing conductor having a deflecting shoulder adapted to engage in the notches of the type or matrices as they pass therethrough, the said conductor being also provided with means to insure the engagement of the deflecting shoulder in the notches of the type or matrices irrespective of their thicknesses.

33. In a typographical machine, the combination of a plurality of sets of type or matrices adapted to travel endwise through the distributing mechanism, those of one set being formed in their side faces with grooves extending throughout their length to distinguish them from those of another set, and distributing mechanism to cooperate with the matrices in their travel there through and deliver them at one point or another according to form.

34. In a typographical machine, the combination of a plurality of sets of type or matrices each formed in its side face with a notch or groove inclined edgewise thereof, the grooves of one set being located in different positions from those of another set, and distributing mechanism to cooperate with the type or matrices and deliver them at one point or another according to form.

35. In a typographical machine, the combination of a plurality of sets of type or matrices formed in their side faces with longitudinal grooves terminating in the matrix body, there being but one of said grooves in each type or matrix, and the said groove being located in different positions on the matrices of the respective fonts, and distributing mechanism to cooperate with the type or matrices and deliver them to one pointor another according to form.

In testimony whereof I have afiixed my signature in presence of two witnseses.

JOHN R. ROGERS.

Witnesses:

DAVID S. KENNEDY, MARY BRANDT.

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