Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Newspaper clippings about letters from Sir Frederick Henry Royce (1927-1931) and a clarifying letter to the editor distinguishing between 'Royce Ltd' and 'Rolls-Royce Ltd'. | ||
| View original record | Capital letters A series of letters and documents giving an unexpected insight into the precarious financial affairs of Rolls-Royce Ltd as far back as the late 1920s are to be auctioned at Sotheby's… | ||
| img002 | Letter discussing the electrical wiring configurations for longitudinal crane cross drives. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." } TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION— PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER—7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.… | ||
| img003 | Study concluding on the need for a high-speed, torsionally stiff cross shaft and proposing a design using a large diameter drawn tube. | ||
| View original record | (2) At the end of this study the only conclusion I can come to is that you need a high speed torsionally stiff cross shaft, which, to be effective must run at as high a speed as safety permits. To… | ||
| img004 | Letter to Mr. Bentley discussing a modified drawing for a brush holder and an alternative design for a self-adjusting brake for cranes. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." } TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION - PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER - 7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.… | ||
| img005 | Study concluding on the need for a high-speed, torsionally stiff cross shaft, proposing a design using a large diameter drawn tube. | ||
| View original record | (2) At the end of this study the only conclusion I can come to is that you need a high speed torsionally stiff cross shaft, which, to be effective must run at as high a speed as safety permits. To… | ||
| img006 | Letter with diagrams discussing design flaws in cranes, specifically concerning the cross-shaft, motors, brakes, and oil dashpots. | ||
| View original record | Reg. Telegraphic Address: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." } TWO WORDS ONLY. Telephone: CHICHESTER 210. STATION— PASSENGER & GOODS : CHICHESTER—7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.… | ||
| img007 | Design of longitudinal brakes for Ford cranes, with a diagram. | ||
| View original record | Sheet 2. P.S. Referring to longitudinal brakes, when there is one on each side they must be very equal, and simultaneously applied, or they will be dangerous. I therefore think that the straight lever… | ||
| img008 | Letter discussing design considerations for small poles, DC brush holders, and AC brush holders. | ||
| View original record | (1) West Wittering Nov 24/29 Sunday Dear Mr "Bentley" Re small 2 poles for 400T The difficulty was thought to be due to the whittling throughness of the castings so that a wrongful tubular yoke. If… | ||
| img009 | Discussion with sketches on improving the design of springs and catches for increased reliability and reduced stress. | ||
| View original record | 2 Naturally we are all out to increase the efficiency and reduce the cost & I believe the best way is to make the most reliable job possible. I am sending you further sketch of my suggested treatment… | ||
| img010 | Suggestions for a new standard design of a crab component. | ||
| View original record | (3) u. Crab (new Standard) I believe the few suggestions I made are valuable (1) To cantilever the lifting motor end of the crab, it equalises somewhat the load on the axles. good for bearings &… | ||
| img011 | Letter discussing design principles, advocating for thorough testing and careful consideration before committing to production. | ||
| View original record | (1) Or make tools or expensive patterns until we are both satisfied with the design & they have been made experimentally by hand & they have been thoroughly tested. Please excuse more at the moment as… | ||
| img012 | Letter with hand-drawn diagrams discussing the design of A.C. and D.C. brush-holders. | ||
| View original record | Reg. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION - PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER - 7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR. CHICHESTER. Mr. J.C.… | ||
| img013 | Pencil sketches of various small mechanical components including a lever and block. | ||
| View original record | Illegible text. | ||
| img014 | Letter with sketches discussing the design of a 3-phase motor brush spring for a slip ring type motor. | ||
| View original record | Not finally seen by W. Royce. 2 REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE" WEST WITTERING." TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION - PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER - 7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY.… | ||
| img015 | Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. J.C. Bentley with a design sketch for a small D.C. electro motor. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten note at top: Not finally seen by Mr Royce. REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION — PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER—7 MILES.… | ||
| img016 | Letter from F. H. Royce recommending changes to the nuts, bolts, and locking mechanisms used in motorcar production. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION—PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER—7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR. CHICHESTER.… | ||
| img017 | Letter to F.H. Royce regarding a repaired motor and associated costs with Messrs. Merz & McLellan. | ||
| View original record | FILE GM10629GC. 10th June, 1929. F.H. Royce Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering, NR. CHICHESTER. Dear Mr. Royce, Re Messrs. Merz & McLellan. In reply to your letter of the 4th inst., I had an interview… | ||
| img018 | And a sketch for a standard geared motor with a reduction gear. | ||
| View original record | Mr Sankey } for R Mr Huddlestone } Standard geared motor max Torque type prefered Could be a regularised type perhaps makes emergency & datasafe belt drive High speed v. difficult motor of low first… | ||
| img019 | Sketch and notes for a standard geared motor design. | ||
| View original record | Copy of Sketch, from Mr Royce. STANDARD GEARED MOTOR Max torque type preferred could be registered type perhaps makes a convenient & satisfactory belt drive. High speed & efficient motor to lower… | ||
| img020 | Sketch of a standard geared motor with handwritten specifications and notes. | ||
| View original record | Copy of Sketch, from Mr Royce. STANDARD GEARED MOTOR max torque type preferred could be registered type perhaps Makes a convenient & satisfactory belt drive. High speed & efficient motor to lower… | ||
| img021 | Letter urging a colleague to adhere to rigorous 'development overload testing' protocols before launching new models into production. | ||
| View original record | Letter enclosed for Mr Kenyoris & approval (Re I thoroughly testing & developing standard units) Arundel [Sideways top left]: Get these units on all up scaling [Sideways left margin]: copy to Mr Wards… | ||
| img022 | Letter discussing design standardisation, tyre improvements for sharp curves, and recent car test results. | ||
| View original record | 2 how sure you feel about the design & however simple the parts for your designs should be framed & hung in the drawing office. Well tested standard units must always be used & not as listed. unless… | ||
| img023 | Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. Bentley regarding the critical importance of thoroughly testing standard units before production. | ||
| View original record | Le Canadel Dear Mr. Bentley, are you not M.I.E.E. & M.I.M.E. ? (Re Thoroughly Testing and Developing Standard Units) Mr. Hulley is a little anxious that you propose making a fairly large number of… | ||
| img024 | Letter discussing a report on continuous current motor design, including bearing schemes and oil retention. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION - PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER - 7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.… | ||
| img025 | Letter discussing bearing housing, lubrication, tolerances, and the prevention of rust. | ||
| View original record | Reg. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION— PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER—7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR. CHICHESTER.… | ||
| img026 | Letter from F.H. Royce about financial losses due to excessive overtime and a request to increase the workforce. | ||
| View original record | "ELMSTEAD", WEST WITTERING. Acted 21/6/28 COPIES TO * Mr. Claremont. * " Hulley. * " Allcock. * " Tremewan. * " Bentley * " Kenyon. 9th. June 1928. Mr. Coley, ROYCE LTD. MANCHESTER. Dear Mr. Coley, As… | ||
| img027 | Letter discussing production scheduling, material ordering, and managing increased workload to improve turnover and capital efficiency. | ||
| View original record | 2/H/28 John 21/9/28 "ELMSTEAD", WEST WITTERING. Copy to Mr. Claremont. " " Allcock. " " Hulley. 9th. June 1928. Messrs Bentley, Coley, & Kenyon. ROYCE LTD. MANCHESTER. Dear Mr. Bentley, Coley, Kenyon,… | ||
| img028 | From F. H. Royce outlining the reasons why the cost of production must be reduced. | ||
| View original record | (contd.) (2) Cost of production, starting with the designs to the erection, will have to be reduced because: (1) Mr. Bentley gets us the best price for the work, and we must have an average of £15,000… | ||
| img029 | Letter discussing production scheduling, management of work-in-progress, and strategies to increase turnover. | ||
| View original record | Dated 2/11/26 /B "ELMSTEAD", WEST WITTERING. Copy to Mr. Claremont. " Allcock. " Hulley. 9th. June 1928. Messrs Bentley, Coley, & Kenyon. ROYCE LTD. MANCHESTER. Dear Mr. Bentley, Coley, Kenyon,… | ||
| img030 | Letter outlining the rationale for continuing in-house production of crane motors, with several design and manufacturing suggestions. | ||
| View original record | "ELMSTEAD" WEST WITTERING. CHICHESTER. 28th. August 1928. To The Directors of ROYCE LTD. Copy to Mr. Bentley. ✓ " " Coley. My dear Mr. Claremont, Mr. Allcock, Mr. Hulley. CRANE MOTORS. The reason why… | ||
| img031 | Design considerations for crane motors, including AC squirrel cage and slip ring types. | ||
| View original record | (2) (6) It is proposed that a higher speed and higher rating be given to the motors for crane work so that they can be of small dimensions and light-weight. In standard design there should be… | ||
| img032 | Letter with a further suggestion regarding a Crane Brake Auto Adjustment, including a handwritten note about provisional patent purposes. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE NO. CHICHESTER 210. REGD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." STATION - PASSENGER AND GOODS: CHICHESTER - 7 MILES. SOUTHERN RAILWAY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR. CHICHESTER.… | ||
| img033 | Sketch of a brake automatic adjustment and auto feed mechanism. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Paully Copy of proposal & patent re Chay-brake automatic adjustment Royce Ltd 9/11/29 B. LEVER TO SOLENOID C. RATCHET WHEEL. Keyed to H SPRING PRESSING E AND B AGAINST C. FIBRE DISC BETWEEN. H.… | ||
| img034 | Letter to F.H. Royce concerning drawing No.B.456 for an A.C. Motor. | ||
| View original record | FILE JCM.2829.GC. 2nd August 1928. F.H.Royce Esq., C/o.Mr.Walter Aubin, Tydd, St.Giles Fen, Wisbech, Cambs. Dear Mr Royce, Re Drawing No.B.456 - A.C.Motor. I thank you for your letter of the 28th… | ||
| img035 | Letter from Mr. Royce about drawing B.456 of an A.C. Motor and proposing a new drawing for approval. | ||
| View original record | K543 (300H) June 1928. ROYCE LTD., TRAFFORD PARK. GC. 31-7-28. 192 To Mr.........File......... Name of Customer Order No. Attached hereto is a copy of letter I have received from Mr.Royce in regard to… | ||
| img036 | Letter discussing design modifications for the B.456 A.C. Motor. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC & SS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING" | TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION:- CHICHESTER--7 MILES. PASSENGER & GOODS: L. B. & S. C. RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, Nr.… | ||
| img037 | Letter discussing the design of continuous current brake magnets. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING" | TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION - PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER - 7 MILES. L. B. & S. C. RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.… | ||
| img038 | Letter discussing the pros and cons of different insulation materials like bakelite and micanite for various components. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING" TWO WORDS ONLY TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION: CHICHESTER—7 MILES. PASSENGER & GOODS: L. B. & S. C. RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.… | ||
| img039 | Letter detailing design specifications for continuous current motors, including shafts and bearings. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING" {TWO WORDS ONLY.} TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION - PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER - 7 MILES. L. B. & S. C. RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.… | ||
| img040 | Technical letter discussing the design and materials for brush holders, springs, and commutators, including two diagrams. | ||
| View original record | (2) (1) Naturally you use pigtail, but it is not clear where they are fastened to the brush holders. The spring pressure in the specimen appears to be quite inadequate, and from the dimensions of the… | ||
| img041 | Letter from F.H. Royce to W.O. Bentley discussing the design of alternating current cranes and motors. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION—PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER—7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR. CHICHESTER.… | ||
| img042 | Letter regarding gear shaping machinery, cutter maintenance, and the modification of gears to prevent interference. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION - PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER - 7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. Handwritten: Ackd 21/6/28 "ELMSTEAD,"… | ||
| img043 | Pencil sketch of mechanical components over a very faded typed document. | ||
| View original record | CHASSIS. MR. WHITTING. The remainder of the text is illegible. | ||
| img044 | Letter from F.H. Royce discussing the design of high speed alternating current motors. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING" | TWO WORDS ONLY TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION: CHICHESTER - 7 MILES. PASSENGERS & GOODS: L. B. & S. C. RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.… | ||
| img045 | Letter to F.H. Royce responding to a telegram about the specification of bearings and brush holders for Chilean Dynamos. | ||
| View original record | E.1801. 10328. 10th March, 1928. F.H. Royce Esq., La Villa Mimosa, Par le Lavandou, Var, FRANCE. Dear Sir, Re Chilean Dynamos ------------------ We beg to acknowledge with thanks the receipt of you… | ||
| img046 | Letter concluding with a technical note on the specification of ball bearings. | ||
| View original record | 2 Trusting the foregoing information will help to clear up the points you have raised and thanking you for your kind interest. We are, Yours faithfully, FOR AND ON BEHALF OF ROYCE, LIMITED, J C… | ||
| img047 | Letter with a sketch, discussing points of criticism for a dynamo design, referencing drawing B.254. | ||
| View original record | Le Chuadel Saturday afternoon. 10/3/28 Dear Mr Bentley, Many thanks for sending me your long & very interesting letter, the blue of the dynamo design and the proofs of the drawings on the chassis… | ||
| img048 | Letter with sketches discussing a ball bearing design, brush holders, and insulation. | ||
| View original record | 5 This is a type of ball bearing which is fitted with a split bush conical on the outside so that it can be tightened on a parallel shaft, not necessarily exact to size, you could have it free or by… | ||
| img049 | Feasibility and cost-effectiveness of Fynn-Weichsel design induction motors. | ||
| View original record | FROM R. (At Le Canadel.) R3/M27.2.28 REC'D, & DESPATCHED FROM WW. 1.3.28. C. to Mr. Bentley of Royce Ltd. re. INDUCTION MOTORS OF UNITY POWER FACTOR. FYNN-WEICHSEL DESIGN. Many thanks for yours dated… | ||
| img050 | Letter from F.H. Royce discussing the practicalities of lubricating ball and plain bearings. | ||
| View original record | COPY. 19th January, 1928. La Villa mimosa, Le Canadel, Par Le Lavandou, V A R . FRANCE. Dear Mr. Bentley, Regarding the lubrication of ball bearings. Hoffman's advice seems the practical, they say.… | ||
| img051 | Letter to F.H. Royce acknowledging receipt of his letter and a copy of 'Insulating Varnishes in Electrotechnics'. | ||
| View original record | FILE J.C.B. G.C. 19128.CH. 19th January, 1928. F.H. Royce Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering, Nr.Chichester. Dear Mr. Royce, I beg to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of the 13th instant, together… | ||
| img052 | Letter from F.H. Royce to J.C. Bentley regarding 'Insulating Varnishes in Electrotechnics'. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE No. CHICHESTER 210. RESD. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." STATION—PASSENGER AND GOODS: CHICHESTER—7 MILES. SOUTHERN RAILWAY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING. NR. CHICHESTER. 13.… | ||
| img053 | Letter to F.H. Royce acknowledging his letter and requesting a spare copy of the book 'Insulating Varnishes in Electrotechnics'. | ||
| View original record | -FILE- GM.3128.GC. 3rd January 1928. F.H.Royce Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering, Nr.Chichester. Dear Sir, "Insulating Varnishes in Electrotechnics" I beg to acknowledge receipt of your letter of the… | ||
| img054 | Letter to F.H. Royce acknowledging his correspondence regarding B.T.H. interchangeable motors and advising that sketches are being prepared. | ||
| View original record | FILE GC.171227GM. 17th December, 1927. F.H. Royce Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering, CHICHESTER. Dear Mr. Royce, We are in receipt of your letter of the 15th inst., together with page from "The… | ||
| img055 | Letter to F.H. Royce regarding sketches for a brake magnet piston, cranes for the Great Western Railway, and a meeting in London. | ||
| View original record | FILE J.C.B. CC61227GM. 6th December, 1927. F.H. Royce Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering, CHICHESTER. Dear Mr. Royce, I have your letter of the 3rd inst., together with sketches of the piston for the… | ||
| img056 | Letter discussing design suggestions for a piston and tube assembly, including thoughts on threads and floating components. | ||
| View original record | WBS West Wittering. 3/12/27 My dear Mr Bentley, I think you will get the 3 phase Solenoid all right very soon now; my suggestions | ||
| img057 | Letter discussing a business opportunity for cranes, including design considerations and pricing strategy. | ||
| View original record | Regarding S.W.R.. Cranes. I am sorry I do not know Mr. Collet, and do not know how I can help, perhaps it would be good to ask Mr Hulley if he would go, if you could arrange an appointment with the… | ||
| img058 | Letter to F.H. Royce Esq discussing the design of a 3 Phase Brake Solenoid, including layouts, terminals, and mounting. | ||
| View original record | FILE J.C.B. G.C. 291127.CH. 29th November. 1927. F.H.Royce Esq, "Elmstead", West Wittering, Nr. Chichester. Dear Sir, 3 Phase Brake Solenoid. With further reference to your letter of the 15th instant… | ||
| img059 | Report to F.H. Royce regarding piston designs, insulating materials, and enclosed correspondence from other companies. | ||
| View original record | F.H. Royce Esq. 2. tapped holes, one at each end, central, with wide face. With regard to the joint between the moving core and plunger rod you will see that we have followed out your suggestions in… | ||
| img060 | The final page of a letter addressed to F.H. Royce concerning a publication. | ||
| View original record | F.H. Royce Esq. 3. interested in looking through this publication. we are, Yours faithfully, J O Bentley p B/KB. | ||
| img061 | Letter to F.H. Royce confirming the acquisition of 'Sindanyo' material and a review of brake magnet notes. | ||
| View original record | FILE GM.151127.CC 15th November 1927. F.H.Royce Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering, Nr. Chichester. Dear Mr.Royce, I beg to acknowledge receipt of your letter of the 14th inst; and I am obtaining for… | ||
| img062 | Request to obtain a piece of Black Matt Finish 'Sindanyo' material with specific dimensions from Messrs Turner Brothers. | ||
| View original record | K543. (200H) June, 1927. ROYCE LTD., TRAFFORD PARK. 15-11-27......192 To Mr. Blackburn. Name of Customer...................... Order No............................ With reference to the attached… | ||
| img063 | Letter from F.H. Royce discussing design decisions and features for brake solenoids, including a hand-drawn diagram. | ||
| View original record | REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING" TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION: CHICHESTER-7 MILES. PASSENGER & GOODS: L. B. & S. C. RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.… | ||
| img064 | Letter from F.H. Royce discussing the purchase of a Sunderland Gear Plainer for Royce Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Copy to - Mr. Coley. Copy to - Mr. Bentley. Copy to - Mr. Kenyon. "ELMSTEAD", WEST WITTERING, CHICHESTER. 10th. Aug. 1927. Dear Mr. Haldenby, I have been considering some improved plant for Royce Ltd.… | ||
| img065 | Brief typed letter of acknowledgement sent to F. H. Royce. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Bentley. Mr. Cubey. Mr. Kenyon. 8th August. 1927. F. H. Royce, Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering. near Chichester. Dear Mr. Royce, Thank you for your favour of the 6th instant safely to hand. Your… | ||
| img066 | Letter to P.H. Royce regarding a hand book on Gear Planers and the potential acquisition of a number 19 machine. | ||
| View original record | For Bentley. P. H. Royce, Esqr., C/o Mr. Walter Aubin, Tydd St. Giles, Wisbech. Third August 1927 Dear Mr. Royce, The enclosed hand book on Gear Planers will, I am sure, be of interest to you. I have… | ||
| img067 | Letter to F. H. Royce regarding Mr. Coley's travel plans for a meeting in London. | ||
| View original record | Bentley GM.22727. 22nd. July 1927. F. H. Royce Esq., c/o Hotel Russell, Russell Square, LONDON. W.C.1. Dear Mr. Royce, We have your letter of the 20th. inst., and although we have not had time to… | ||
| img068 | Letter to F.H. Royce confirming travel arrangements to arrive in Chichester. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Bentley. Mr. Coley. Mr. Kenyon. 14th July. 1927. F. H. Royce, Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering. near Chichester. Dear Mr. Royce, Thanks for telegram to hand. We are proceeding accordingly and… | ||
| img069 | Letter acknowledging receipt of correspondence from F. H. Royce. | ||
| View original record | Mr Batley 7th July. 1927. F. H. Royce, Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering. near Chichester. Dear Mr. Royce, I am in receipt of your letter of the 5th instant for which I thank you. The contents of your… | ||
| img070 | Letter to Mr. E. Coley discussing design faults and potential losses on the Ley's Transporter project. | ||
| View original record | Copy for Mr. Bawley. 5th. July 1927. Mr. E. Coley. Messrs Royce Ltd. MANCHESTER. My dear Mr. Coley, I regret I have not been able to write to you sooner. I conclude that the pressure upon your time… | ||
| img071 | Technical critique of a transporter design, focusing on the collector gear and conductor bars. | ||
| View original record | (2) is that you have not. Has anyone else a really good design, and if so, have you studied how they meet the various diffi- culties, and their general scheme and detail, because I think the Royce… | ||
| img072 | Specifications for the installation of insulated conductor bars and associated fixings, including a diagram of washer arrangements. | ||
| View original record | (3) say lower and less difficult to insulate, or for the object of the doubtful insulation avoiding the required high insulation of a public or large distribution plant. (1) The conductors should be… | ||
| img073 | Review and critique of various engineering design components and practices, with suggestions for improvement. | ||
| View original record | (4) (8) I cannot understand the reason for the rods to bring the current to the bars. They are shewn passing down close to the sides of the 12 X 6s. in the form of long bolts with insulating tubes.… | ||
| img074 | Letter from F.H. Royce criticising the approval process for production drawings and the quality of work. | ||
| View original record | [Stamp: ROYCE LIMITED DERBY OFFICE] putting into production. (15) At R-R I used to personally approve of all new work that is to become standard for production, before it is put into the Experimental… | ||
| img075 | Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. E. Coley discussing a technical problem and proposing solutions to maintain customer relations and reputation. | ||
| View original record | C. to Mr. Claremont. " Hulley. " Adcock. " Bentley. " Kenyon. "ELMSTEAD" WEST WITTERING. CHICHESTER. Mr. E. Coley, 14. June 1927. Royce Ltd. Dear Mr. Coley, I was very distressed to hear about trouble… | ||
| img076 | Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. Bentley about the importance of thorough testing and developing standard units. | ||
| View original record | COPY Le Canadel 8/2/29. Dear Mr. Bentley, are you not M.I.E.E. & M.I.M.E. ? (Re Thoroughly Testing and Developing Standard Units) Mr. Hulley is a little anxious that you propose making a fairly large… | ||
| img077 | Letter from F.H. Royce discussing the critical importance of thoroughly testing standard units, cranes, and transporters before production. | ||
| View original record | Dear Mr. Bentley, are you not M.I.E.E. & M.I.M.E. ? (Re Thoroughly Testing and Developing Standard Units) Mr. Hulley is a little anxious that you propose making a fairly large number of alternating… | ||
| img078 | Letter to F.H. Royce discussing generator design modifications for Chilean Naval Boats. | ||
| View original record | E.1801. 26328. 2nd April, 1923. F.H. Royce Esq., La Villa Mimosa, Pav Le Lavandou, Var FRANCE. Dear Mr. Royce, Generators for Chilean Naval Boats --------------------------------- Since I received… | ||
| img079 | Bearing types, shaft arrangements, and insulation materials like Bakelite and Mica. | ||
| View original record | (5). We have used the type of bearing referred to viz. One on a split taper sleeve, and have not had good results. We have had many failures of this type. (6). We have had the greatest success from… | ||
| img080 | The concluding page of a typed letter with a handwritten signature. | ||
| View original record | 3 looking forward to your further comments. i remain, Yours faithfully, W.O. Bentley | ||
| img081 | Letter to Mr. Royce discussing designs for a brake magnet, a terminal box, and the testing of porcelain insulators. | ||
| View original record | -FILE- GM.231127.GC. F.H.Royce Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering, Chichester. 23rd November 1927. Dear Mr.Royce, I am in receipt of your letter of the 19th inst; respecting Brake Magnet, and I have… | ||
| img082 | Letter discussing insulator tests, proposals for collector gears, and other component matters. | ||
| View original record | 2. fillings. I recently received a very good report of a filling consisting of bitumen and powdered glass, as against sulphur and powdered glass. The preliminary high tension break-down tests we have… | ||
| img083 | Letter discussing German sample insulators, collector gear proposals, and ball bearing lubrication. | ||
| View original record | fillings consisting of bitumen and powdered glass, as against sulphur and powdered glass. The preliminary high tension break-down tests we have already carried out on these insulators, indicate that… | ||
| img084 | Blueprint for an outdoor insulator designed to support grooved trolley wires. | ||
| View original record | Malleable Iron Casting. Insulator, for outdoor use, to be exactly the same as for indoor except Malleable iron hood to be used, in place of top filling No N26, as shown. INSULATOR for supporting… | ||
| img085 | Blueprint for an indoor type insulator designed for supporting grooved trolley wire, with assembly instructions. | ||
| View original record | N26 N22 N29 N27 -N26 but with 4 holes (2 for filling) instead of 2. Stem to be shortened to 3/4". Unscrewed portion to be undercut. 1/32" thick washer made from No.1 Grade Varnish-Fabric Board. J83468… | ||
| img086 | Letter responding to Mr. Royce's queries about the design of alternating current motors. | ||
| View original record | GC4628JCM. 4th June, 1928. F.H. Royce Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering, Nr. CHICHESTER. Dear Mr. Royce, ALTERNATING CURRENT MOTORS In reply to your letter of the 19th ultimo., this has been carefully… | ||
| img087 | Series of technical points regarding the design and operation of industrial and crane motors, including voltage, speed, braking systems, and control methods. | ||
| View original record | users and customers do not ask for easily renewable races, so why spend the money and time on exacting cones when there is no necessity. (4) We have hardly arrived at the stage of one A.C. voltage and… | ||
| img088 | Technical discussion on brake systems, motor generator sets, and the comparison of A.C. and D.C. motors for crane applications. | ||
| View original record | 3 The device consists of a second brake pulley with a hand applied brake strap or shoes. We first of all apply force to the hand lever operating this brake, then we put the controller handle on the… | ||
| img089 | Design considerations and comparisons between A.C. and D.C. motors for cranes. | ||
| View original record | hand applied brake strap or shoes. We first of all apply force to the hand lever operating this brake, then we put the controller handle on the first step afterwards decreasing the force applied until… | ||
| img090 | Insulation materials, machine components, castings, and potential office relocation. | ||
| View original record | 4 (14) We are finding even the best qualities of Bakelite insulation, i.e., Fabric or Bakelised paper, to be very treacherous, and if for any reason an arc travels across a flat surface it immediately… | ||
| img091 | Responding to a letter, discussing material choices, D.C. machine components, and office logistics. | ||
| View original record | treacherous, and if for any reason an arc travels across a flat surface it immediately carbonizes the surface and the spindle or terminal is earthed. For terminal bushings, either inside or outside… | ||
| img092 | Internal communication discussing business operations, production, pricing, and personnel matters. | ||
| View original record | in the event of the two wooden huts being released, I would suggest that we re-erect one, if not two, of these and make them into a canteen for the workers. Item 7. We can make our own 1.C. Crane… | ||
| img093 | Operational improvements, pricing, staff morale, and a competitive analysis of pulley blocks. | ||
| View original record | 5 Item 6. provide a canteen where they can have their meals. In the event of the two wooden huts being released, I would suggest that we re-erect one, if not two, of these and make them into a canteen… | ||
| img094 | Revised keying methods, insulators, boring wheels, and new ranges of D.C. and A.C. motors. | ||
| View original record | 6 In regard to the revised method of keying, I think this method would be very effective and would enable us to omit the key stops we now fit in many cases to prevent the keys slacking back. As a… | ||
| img095 | Letter discussing design improvements and manufacturing methods for keys, bearings, insulators, wheels, and motors. | ||
| View original record | this method would be very effective and would enable us to omit the key stops we now fit in many cases to prevent the keys slacking back. As a matter of fact a very similar key has been adopted by one… | ||
| img096 | Letter discussing the design features and potential issues of 3 Phase Brake Magnets. | ||
| View original record | GM.121127.GC. F.H.Royce Esq., "Elmstead" West Wittering, Nr. Chichester. 12th November 1927. Dear Sir, We enclose herewith for your inspection, two further drawings of 3 Phase Brake Magnets. The first… | ||
| img097 | Letter detailing the proposed design for a brake magnet and an order for its components. | ||
| View original record | 2. Drawing No. B.155 shews the brake magnet as I would propose to make it. The coils will be rigidly held without them actually touching the case. Articulated connections between moving core and… | ||
| img098 | Letter to Mr. Royce listing samples, literature, and catalogues sent for review. | ||
| View original record | GM.311027.GC. F.H.Royce Esq., West Wittering, Nr.Chichester. 31st October 1927. Dear Mr.Royce, In accordance with the request made to me on Saturday October 22nd, I have pleasure in sending you under… | ||
| img099 | List of brochures, samples, and leaflets related to various suppliers and products. | ||
| View original record | 2. Brochure. Samples as follows:- (a). "Ebony Sindanyo" "Matt" finish. (b). -do- Standard finish. (c). -do- Enamel finish. (d). -do- Natural finish. (10). Robert Bowran & Co., Ltd. (a). Literature -… | ||
| img100 | Letter to F.H. Royce regarding the design of Brake Magnets and the method for securing coils. | ||
| View original record | GC.291027 -C.M. 29th October, 1927. F.H.Royce Esq., "Elmstead", West Wittering, Nr. CHICHESTER. Dear Mr. Royce, I am sending enclosed herewith, two Blue Prints, shewing respectively:- (A). No.1 Size… | ||
| img101 | From F. H. Royce with recommendations on gear cutting systems and a description of an A.C. operating magnet. | ||
| View original record | 6th August. 1927. Messrs. Coley, Bentley and Kenyon and the Directors of Royce Limited. Regarding gear cutting, I recommend that for all the larger and coarser gears we adopt Sunderland system. I… | ||
| img102 | Letter to F.H. Royce concerning a faulty transporter machine and proposed solutions. | ||
| View original record | For Beatty 11th July. 1927. F. H. Royce, Esq., "Elmstead" West Wittering. near Chichester. Dear Mr. Royce, Your note of the 9th instant to hand with sketches, copies of which have been made and… | ||
| img103 | Letter to F.H. Royce concerning a dispute with sub-contractors over an unsatisfactory track and the proposed resolution. | ||
| View original record | 2. F. H. Royce, Esq., West Wittering. 11th July. 1927. Messrs. Taylor & Hubbard of Leicester were our Customers and were themselves sub-Contractors to the Underfeed Stoker Company of London, who were… | ||