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Performance comparison graph between a 1760cc Alfa Romeo engine and a 2364cc Peregrine engine.28th Jul 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page208
Two high-speed oil consumption runs for a Peregrine Power Unit, noting an inlet valve spring failure.28th Jul 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page209
The results of two tests on a Peregrine cylinder head, comparing standard inlet valves with larger ones.29th Jul 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page210
Performance graph comparing small versus large valves for the Peregrine engine, showing B.HP and B.M.E.P. against R.P.M.29th Jul 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page211
Performance comparison graph of a Supercharged Peregrine engine, testing small versus large inlet valves.8th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page212
Tests on the correct ignition advance for the Peregrine engine at various speeds.8th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page213
Graph showing the required ignition advance against R.P.M. for the Peregrine engine.10th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page214
Confirming an agreement for further tests on the Peregrine engine's ignition advance with an improved camshaft.10th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page215
Blueprint graph showing ignition advance curves for the Peregrine engine.10th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page216
Speed and handling tests conducted on three cars at the Brooklands track.21th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page217
The Peregrine unit bench tests, focusing on the unsupercharged engine's power, reliability, ignition, and servo performance.23th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page218
Supercharger tests for the 'K' engine, detailing issues with cylinder gaskets and boost temperatures.23th Feb 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page219
Peregrine supercharged power curve for a No. 10 Blower.2nd Jul 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page220
Engine performance relating to turbulent cylinder heads and low-speed acceleration.3rd Oct 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page221
Set of three graphs comparing the Useful Brake Mean Effective Pressure (BMEP) of the Japan I and Peregrine engines.5th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page222
The Peregrine engine's oil temperature during a run from Derby to London, compared with test bed results.5th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page223
Progress report on the development of the Peregrine power unit, detailing mechanical reliability, lubrication, and crankshaft damper performance.14th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page224
The performance of 14 M.M. plugs, a semi-expanding carburettor, pistons, and a turbulent cylinder head.14th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page225
Camshaft modifications and general power improvement progress for the Peregrine engine.14th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page226
Photograph showing two different types of engine valves.4th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page227
Performance graph comparing stiff and flexible pistons on a Peregrine engine.4th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page228
Performance comparison graph between S.U. and R.R. carburettors, plotting Brake Horsepower (BHP) and Brake Mean Effective Pressure (BMEP) against engine Revolutions Per Minute (RPM).4th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page229
Performance comparison graph for Turbulent and Standard cylinder heads on a Peregrine engine.4th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page230
Performance graph comparing different configurations of the Peregrine engine at low speed.4th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page231
Graph comparing power output with a 5.25 compression ratio under different carburettor and intake configurations.16th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page232
Moment of inertia tests for a Peregrine connecting rod and piston assembly.16th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page233
Torsion and tensile test results for a Peregrine connecting rod and piston assembly.14th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page234
Development of the Peregrine car unit, focusing on valve and crankshaft damper design.18th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page235
Clutch action, crankshaft damper performance, and a proposed modification to the front engine suspension.21th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page236
Recommendation to alter the ignition control leverages on the Peregrine car to provide a more reasonable result.21th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page237
Adjustments to the Peregrine engine ignition advance timing and governor curve.22th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page238
Requesting information on Peregrine units.23th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page239
Outlining five points for engine testing and performance analysis.23th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page240
Peregrine engine power output, comparing carburettor and valve configurations.30th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page241
Performance graph comparing large versus small valves in a turbulent head engine.29th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page242
Performance comparison graph of a Semi Expanding carburettor versus a 5/8 inch S.U. carburettor on a turbulent head engine.29th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page243
The Peregrine engine's fuel consumption, power, and potential improvements to valve timing.9th Dec 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page244
The Peregrine III car road tests, detailing performance on severe hills, brake issues, and other minor faults.8th Dec 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page245
Ignition advance curves for a Peregrine Nº 5 Unit engine test.22th Dec 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page246
Ignition advance curves for the Peregrine engine and modifications to the governor.29th Dec 1932Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page247
Oil consumption of the Peregrine engine.9th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page248
Results of an oil and petrol consumption test for the Peregrine.13th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page249
Petrol consumption test results for Twin S.U. carburettors under high-speed conditions.22th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page250
Petrol consumption test, noting failures of the rear shock damper brackets and petrol pump.11th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page251
Oil consumption test results for PER.II. NO.5.10th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page252
Comparative consumption tests taken before and after fitting new piston rings.31th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page253
Road test comparison of old versus new experimental piston rings focusing on fuel and oil consumption.1st Apr 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page254
Oil consumption figures following the fitting of new piston rings and a subsequent test after they had bedded in.4th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page255
Petrol consumption test results for twin S.U. carburetors with No.5 needles under high-speed conditions.22th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page256
Petrol consumption test and resulting mechanical failures.11th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page257
Oil consumption test results for PER.II. NO.5 at various speeds.10th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page258
Road test report on a Peregrine engine, detailing the results of using modified scraper rings to improve mileage per gallon.5th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page259
Blueprint showing dimensions for two similar ring-like components.19th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page260
Petrol consumption for the 5.PER.II model over a specific route.19th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page261
Fuel and oil consumption report for a trip to West-Wittering and return.25th Apr 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page262
Report comparing petrol and oil consumption tests between two specifications over a 160-mile distance.9th May 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page263
Petrol consumption tests comparing S.U. carburettors with R.R. Semi-expanding carburettors.15th May 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page264
Results of the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th performance tests on a vehicle with varying carburettor setups.15th May 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page265
Comparison of petrol consumption between cars fitted with Twin S.U. Carbs and Small P.II. type carbs.15th May 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page266
Petrol consumption tests comparing S.U. and R.R. semi-expanding carburettors on two different car models.15th May 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page267
Performance test results comparing different carburettor configurations and routes.15th May 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page268
Comparison of petrol consumption between two different carburettor configurations.19th May 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page269
Experimental 'Peregrine Floating Power' engine suspension rig-up.19th May 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page270
Camshaft tests for slow running on the Peregrine engine.21th Jun 1933Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page271
Performance comparison graph of a 110° shaft for improved slow running versus a normal 107° shaft.1st Jan 1939Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page272
Performance comparison graph of a 110° shaft versus a normal 107° shaft, showing B.HP and B.M.E.P. curves.1st Jan 1940Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page273
Performance graph comparing an extra short duration camshaft (HS.968) with a standard 107° camshaft for slow running.9th May 1935Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page274
Table detailing the specifications of various car engines.9th May 1935Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page275
List of components and missing parts for a Peregrine Engine at Shardlow.6th Jul 1935Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page276
Request to make the Peregrine chassis at Shardlow runnable for brake drum cooling tests.6th Jul 1935Box 1 \ 8  B001_X100 Engine Chassis-page277
Cover or divider page with the handwritten number '101.'.13th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 9  B001_X101TO X102-page1
Clarifying the design assumptions for the Peregrine Front Axle Control.13th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 9  B001_X101TO X102-page2
Drawing for the Peregrine front axle control.15th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 9  B001_X101TO X102-page3
The correct pivot lean for the Peregrine and the necessary modification to the axle control.14th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 9  B001_X101TO X102-page4
Modification to top ball pads in the anchorage bracket for the Peregrine II chassis.30th Dec 1932Box 1 \ 9  B001_X101TO X102-page5
Adaptation of the 25HP front axle control to use a 3-bolter shock damper following a 10,000-mile test.14th Jan 1933Box 1 \ 9  B001_X101TO X102-page6
Modifications to the Peregrine & Bensport front axle.4th Mar 1933Box 1 \ 9  B001_X101TO X102-page7
Cover or divider page with a handwritten number.20th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 9  B001_X101TO X102-page8
Modifications for the Peregrine and Bensport rear axles, including new hypoid gear ratios.20th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 9  B001_X101TO X102-page9
Brake area and weights of the Peregrine model, comparing it to the 25hp model and suggesting an increase in rear drum width.19th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page001
On brake and servo calculations and test results for the Peregrine chassis.25th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page002
Series of four graphs showing the results of Peregrine servo efficiency tests on front and rear brakes under various conditions.25th Aug 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page003
Blueprint analyzing the Peregrine brake system, detailing servo torque multiplication with a diagram, data table, and performance graph.8th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page004
Technical memorandum discussing issues with violent front braking on Peregrine brakes and proposed solutions.8th Sep 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page005
Blueprint detailing the calculations and performance graph for the Peregrine Brakes system.2nd Mar 1930Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page006
Tests to determine the efficiency of the Peregrine brake linkage.14th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page007
Table detailing theoretical and actual Peregrine brake linkage efficiency.14th Oct 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page008
Data sheet detailing the efficiency calculations for the pedal cross shaft, and rear and front brake equalizers.2nd Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page009
The inefficiency of Peregrine brakes, comparing servo performance and recommending design changes.2nd Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page010
Comparative table of servo and brake particulars for 40/50, 20/25, and Peregrine car models.7th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page011
Calculations for alterations to Peregrine brakes to align them with the 20/25 HP model.7th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page012
Alterations to a lever and the rear brake adjustment system.7th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page013
Proposals for alterations to the Peregrine Brake System to improve braking and reduce servo work.9th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page014
Alterations to the servo braking system, focusing on servo diameter, pressure, and heat generation.9th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page015
Blueprint showing modifications to the Peregrine brake system to bring it into line with the 20/25 specification.11th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page016
Comparison of braking units for four car models, with analysis and proposed improvements for the J.III and Peregrine models.11th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page017
Note on making the brake adjustment for the 20/25 model infinitely small.17th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page018
Confirming instructions for stronger rear brake actuating shafts for the Peregrine model to reduce sponginess.17th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page019
Braking and servo capacity issues for the Peregrine and Bensport models.19th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page020
Typed memo discussing the design and development of a new servo and braking system.26th Nov 1932Box 1 \ 10  B001_X106 TO X 110-page021


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