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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Weak and bending armature carbon contact on an electro-magnetic main switch, proposing a stiffer replacement for experimental testing.26th Jan 1933Box 168a \ 2  img093
Standardisation of a sequence starter switch by deleting the relay portion to simplify and reduce cost.17th Aug 1932Box 168a \ 2  img094
Chassis series for a new part, its test date, and associated material or tool costs.26th Nov 1932Box 168a \ 2  img095
Redesign of a car's master electrical switch and its functions.1st Mar 1933Box 168a \ 2  img096
Design and proposed functionality of a multi-position electrical switch.14th Mar 1933Box 168a \ 2  img097
Design and functionality of a multi-position electrical switch, comparing a drum-type design to existing contacts.14th Mar 1933Box 168a \ 2  img098
Diagram of a three-posted component made of brass or extruded metal, featuring a spring-loaded regulation screw and connections for lamps.15th Mar 1933Box 168a \ 2  img099
Retrofitting a magnetic main switch to car 18.G.4 due to the existing starter switch being activated by engine movement.15th Mar 1933Box 168a \ 2  img100
Request to arrange a starter motor main switch with coil and resistance windings to specific drawings.15th Mar 1934Box 168a \ 2  img101
Design of fool-proof and reliable electrical switches for ignition and lighting.4th Apr 1911Box 168a \ 2  img102
Separation of the ignition and lighting switches and the ongoing design of the switchbox.5th Apr 1933Box 168a \ 2  img103
Requesting a covering order for a sample dipper switch from Messrs. Lucas.21th Apr 1933Box 168a \ 2  img104
Request to make two push button switches for Beshfort chassis models 3.BIV and 4BIV to drawing D.100250.25th Apr 1933Box 168a \ 2  img105
Stop lamp switch failure on a Bensport chassis which nearly resulted in a fire.2nd Jun 1933Box 168a \ 2  img106
Arranging the re-design of stop lamp switches with the makers, Butlers Ltd.7th Jun 1933Box 168a \ 2  img107
Letter to supplier Messrs. Butler & Co. Ltd. regarding a failure of their Stop Lamp Switches which nearly caused a fire on a new chassis.9th Jun 1933Box 168a \ 2  img108
Letter from Butlers Limited confirming a visit to discuss 'Tail Lamp Switches'.20th Jun 1930Box 168a \ 2  img109
Correct wiring for Butlers stop lamps, referencing a failure on a Green Bentley and subsequent modifications.21th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img110
Recommendation for the switch position on Butlers' stop lamps.22th Jun 1933Box 168a \ 2  img111
Covering memo regarding Butlers' Stop Lamps.23th Jun 1933Box 168a \ 2  img112
The replacement of Bensport stop lamp switches on a Green Bentley following a short-circuit.24th Jun 1933Box 168a \ 2  img113
Alterations to Butler's stop lamps and the associated wiring.26th Jun 1933Box 168a \ 2  img114
Wiring and design for Butler stop lamps and a new switch.3rd Jul 1933Box 168a \ 2  img115
The failure of Butlers stop lamp switches on chassis 18.G.4.5th Jul 1933Box 168a \ 2  img116
Request to despatch a replacement Butler stop lamp switch which failed on a test chassis.5th Jul 1933Box 168a \ 2  img117
Confirming a no-charge repair for a returned Butler Stop Lamp Switch.21th Jul 1933Box 168a \ 2  img118
Internal request to order two double pole, double throw knife switches from the Sun Electrical Co.20th Sep 1933Box 168a \ 2  img119
Order for a brake switch from Scintilla Co. Ltd.13th Oct 1933Box 168a \ 2  img120
Requesting a further test on a finer gauge coil for an electro-magnetic main starter switch.15th Nov 1933Box 168a \ 2  img121
Standardisation of parts document for a stop lamp switch.20th Dec 1933Box 168a \ 2  img122
The bench endurance test of a new design brake stop lamp switch, detailing a failure and suggesting improvements.4th Jan 1934Box 168a \ 2  img123
Request to fit a Bosch foot switch in place of a Lucas type on car 20-EX as the latter fouls the clutch cover.20th Feb 1934Box 168a \ 2  img124
Improvements and testing of the R.R. Brake Stop Lamp Switch.15th Mar 1934Box 168a \ 2  img125
Illegible document with no visible text due to poor image quality.6th Mar 1934Box 168a \ 2  img126
Standardisation of parts document for a Stop Lamp Switch.6th Mar 1934Box 168a \ 2  img127
Urgent request for a Bosch Foot Switch for fitting to an experimental Bentley chassis.4th May 1934Box 168a \ 2  img128
Confirming the dispatch of a Bosch foot switch.7th May 1934Box 168a \ 2  img129
Of goods forwarded detailing a Bosch change-over switch for an experimental Bentley.7th May 1934Box 168a \ 2  img130
Internal order request for two single-pole knife switches from Sun Electrical Co.18th May 1934Box 168a \ 2  img131
Request to arrange for a Bosch foot switch to be fitted to a new Bentley Chassis 5.B.IV.20th Jun 1934Box 168a \ 2  img132
Foot control switch, originally made by Bosch and subsequently developed by Joseph Lucas Ltd.14th Jul 1934Box 168a \ 2  img133
Request to remove a starter switch from scheme 18.G.4 for examination and replace it with a standard switch.18th Jul 1934Box 168a \ 2  img134
Instruction to fit a double ignition coil arrangement to Bentley chassis 1.B.IV.20th Jul 1934Box 168a \ 2  img135
Standardisation of a starter motor main switch with finer gauge coil windings.6th Jun 1934Box 168a \ 2  img136
Unreadable, heavily degraded document page with two punch holes on the left.28th Jun 1934Box 168a \ 2  img137
Standardisation of a starter motor main switch with finer gauge coil windings D.74174/5.28th Jun 1934Box 168a \ 2  img138
Test report on Lucas headlamp dip switches, type FS12.30th Jul 1934Box 168a \ 2  img139
The design and testing of a new headlamp foot switch.3rd Aug 1934Box 168a \ 2  img140
Report page on testing a switch's making and breaking capacity, with suggestions to modify the cam lobes for improved performance.8th Mar 1934Box 168a \ 2  img141
Request for six push-pull type Instrument Board Switches, with three required for model 30-EX and the rest as spares.23th Aug 1934Box 168a \ 2  img142
Proposal for a new design of an electro-magnetic starter switch, intended to be more efficient and cheaper.10th Oct 1934Box 168a \ 2  img143
Request for two sets of small parts to be made for an experimental dash light switch, from detail drawing EL32-40.4th Oct 1934Box 168a \ 2  img144
Proposal for an Electro Magnetic Starter Switch and suggesting design improvements.16th Oct 1934Box 168a \ 2  img145
Request to manufacture and assemble components for an Aero Battery Ignition Relay Switch for flight tests.29th Nov 1934Box 168a \ 2  img146
Request to standardize the foot switch and fit another to car 5.B.IV for a 10,000-mile test.1st Jan 1935Box 168a \ 2  img147
Letter to Currus Ltd discussing the suitability of different switches for dashboard mounting.10th Jan 1935Box 168a \ 2  img148
Service instruction regarding the testing and recalibration of oil pressure gauges.18th Feb 1937Box 168a \ 2  img149
Necessary parts for mounting a foot switch on a metal floor for a Bentley 3 & R.IV.15th Jan 1935Box 168a \ 2  img150
Request for a R.R. Foot Switch to LOP.DB695 for bench testing.7th Mar 1935Box 168a \ 2  img151
Recommending drilling ventilation holes in the starter main switch to prevent corrosion.17th Apr 1935Box 168a \ 2  img152
Specification for the production inspection and testing of the starter main switch unit.17th Apr 1935Box 168a \ 2  img153
Test procedures for checking various gaps and performing electrical tests on a switch.17th Apr 1935Box 168a \ 2  img154
Test procedures for an electrical switch, specifying contact pressure and voltage tolerance.17th Apr 1935Box 168a \ 2  img155
The gap tables for a main switch unit.20th May 1935Box 168a \ 2  img156
Letter to Rotax Ltd. requesting particulars of solenoid relay starter and button switches for a new N.A.3.W motor.20th May 1935Box 168a \ 2  img157
Letter from Rotax Limited regarding prints and pricing for a Solenoid Switch and a Push Button Switch.23th May 1935Box 168a \ 2  img158
Trial for a silent zone switch, which transfers the horn's operation to the headlamps.9th Jul 1935Box 168a \ 2  img159
Request to order Rotax aero solenoid and push button starter switches.12th Aug 1935Box 168a \ 2  img160
Request for six instrument board switches for fog lamp, windscreen wiper, and headlamp dip control.20th Aug 1935Box 168a \ 2  img161
Request to despatch an ignition relay switch to R.A.E. Farnborough on loan.20th Aug 1935Box 168a \ 2  img162
Letter regarding a sample aero battery ignition relay switch sent for radio interference testing.20th Aug 1935Box 168a \ 2  img163
Correspondence regarding the supply of engraved switches for fog lamps, windscreen wipers, and headlamp dip control.21th Aug 1935Box 168a \ 2  img164
Letter from a coachbuilder regarding the supply of instrument board switches.21th Aug 1935Box 168a \ 2  img165
Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding a Coil Ignition Scheme and Relay Switch test sample.28th Aug 1935Box 168a \ 2  img166
Unsatisfactory material (Ubas instead of Swedish Iron) for an Ignition Relay Switch iron core.10th Sep 1935Box 168a \ 2  img167
Dispatch request for an electric starter push button switch for a Merlin engine to be sent to Hawkers, Brooklands.18th Sep 1935Box 168a \ 2  img168
Letter to Hawkers Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding the exchange of a push button switch for a Merlin engine electric starter.18th Sep 1935Box 168a \ 2  img169
Request for two new windings for an Aero Battery Ignition Relay Switch with updated specifications.19th Sep 1935Box 168a \ 2  img170
Requesting the exchange of two Rotax push button switches for a different type with a recessed button.2nd Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img171
Covering letter for the specification of production inspection and test for the new R.R. headlamp foot switch.2nd Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img172
Specification for the inspection, adjustment, and testing of a foot-operated headlamp switch.2nd Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img173
Decision to sell the R.R. Headlamp Dipper Foot Switch as an optional extra for the 20/25 HP model.9th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img174
Production of a Swedish iron core for an experimental aero relay switch.12th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img175
Sourcing of a Bosch Foot Switch for Bentley Chassis from Stuttgart and the testing of an alternative R-R. Foot Switch.15th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img176
The introduction of an RR footswitch on the 'G' series Bentley chassis, replacing the Bosch switch.16th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img177
Letter chasing the Royal Aircraft Establishment about testing a sample relay switch for a coil ignition scheme.17th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img178
Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding a Coil Ignition System relay switch.11th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img179
Letter to the Royal Aircraft Establishment rescheduling a visit for a demonstration of an experimental coil-ignition relay switch.21th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img180
Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment confirming a rescheduled visit for Mr. West.24th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img181
Design improvements and material issues for an Aero Battery Ignition Automatic Relay Switch.25th Oct 1935Box 168a \ 2  img182
Letter to the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding the redesign of an ignition relay switch to avoid radio interference.4th Nov 1935Box 168a \ 2  img183
Radio interference from an ignition relay switch and a proposed redesigned layout.4th Nov 1935Box 168a \ 2  img184
Relay Switch sent to Messrs. J. Lucas Limited for repairs and modification.13th Nov 1935Box 168a \ 2  img185
Letter to De Havilland Aircraft Co. Ltd. inquiring about the necessity of a battery master switch.13th Nov 1935Box 168a \ 2  img186
Letter to Imperial Airways Ltd. about the necessity of using a battery master switch on their machines.13th Nov 1935Box 168a \ 2  img187
Letter from De Havilland's Chief Designer regarding the potential future necessity of a battery master switch on aircraft.15th Nov 1935Box 168a \ 2  img188
Attached diagrams for booster coil clips and the position of the booster coil and relay switch for a Horsley Aircraft.18th Nov 1935Box 168a \ 2  img189
Letter from Rotax Limited regarding master battery switches and associated outline drawings for civil aircraft.18th Nov 1935Box 168a \ 2  img190
Letter to Messrs. Rotax Ltd. regarding a requested modification to a push button switch for electric starters.13th Sep 1935Box 168a \ 2  img191
Letter from British Thomson-Houston Company regarding a proposed solenoid switch design and drawing CX.70588.18th Nov 1935Box 168a \ 2  img192


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