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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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Laboratory report on the chemical analysis of two samples of Ballast Resistance Wire.16th Jun 1926Box 168a \ 5  img003
Composition of ballast resistance wire and a request to query suppliers for an improved alloy.19th Jun 1926Box 168a \ 5  img004
Investigation into the optimal operating conditions and characteristics of nickel wire ballast resistance.24th Jun 1926Box 168a \ 5  img005
The use of ballast resistance wire and its application in dynamo and ignition systems.24th Jun 1926Box 168a \ 5  img006
Graph showing dynamo performance curves, plotting Ampere Output against speed at various Operating Voltages.26th Mar 1926Box 168a \ 5  img007
Graph showing the output of a 20 HP dynamo with various resistances in the field circuit.26th Mar 1926Box 168a \ 5  img008
Requesting an analysis of 'Mangonic' wire used for ballast resistances.2nd Aug 1926Box 168a \ 5  img009
Laboratory report on the chemical analysis of 'Mangonic' wire.17th Aug 1926Box 168a \ 5  img010
Development and testing of a new double ballast resistance for vehicle ignition systems.2nd Sep 1926Box 168a \ 5  img011
Testing of 'Mangonic' wire, a nickel-manganese alloy, for use in double ballast resistances.2nd Sep 1926Box 168a \ 5  img012
Graph showing the volt-ampere characteristic of a standard ballast resistance made from nickel wire.13th May 1926Box 168a \ 5  img013
Graph showing the volt-ampere characteristics for four different types of double ballast resistances.3rd Sep 1929Box 168a \ 5  img014
Graph showing the volt-ampere characteristics of a Delco-Remy ballast resistance.4th Nov 1925Box 168a \ 5  img015
Chemical analysis report for Nickel Ballast Resistance Wires.16th Sep 1926Box 168a \ 5  img016
Blueprint for a Ballast Resistance Wire, reference D.71224.4th Oct 1926Box 168a \ 5  img017
Production test procedure for a paper dielectric condenser for battery ignition.15th Oct 1926Box 168a \ 5  img018
Testing procedures for condensers, detailing checks for static charge, capacity, and sparking.1st Sep 1927Box 168a \ 5  img019
Experiments with double value ballast resistances for ignition circuits to improve platinum point life.1st Sep 1927Box 168a \ 5  img020
Road test report on engine misfiring and ignition performance under varied battery voltages on chassis 12-EX and 11-G3.1st Sep 1927Box 168a \ 5  img021
Comparison of a pure nickel wire's properties, including gauge, length, and resistance, against a standard specification.1st Sep 1927Box 168a \ 5  img022
Standardisation of a ballast resistance nickel wire for a chassis part.9th Sep 1927Box 168a \ 5  img023
Standardisation form for introducing a new pattern clutch release thrust bearing.8th Sep 1927Box 168a \ 5  img024
Specification for a special ballast resistance unit, detailing wire type, length and resistance value.6th Nov 1928Box 168a \ 5  img025
Specification for an intermediate value ballast resistance wire.16th Nov 1928Box 168a \ 5  img026
Weak battery ignition on the 20-HP chassis causing misfires at low speed.17th Dec 1928Box 168a \ 5  img027
Testing an experimental ballast resistance for the 20 HP Battery Ignition system.18th Dec 1928Box 168a \ 5  img028
Special 1.5 value ballast resistance for car 18-EX.18th Dec 1928Box 168a \ 5  img029
Proposing the standardization of a one and a half value ballast resistance to address a weakness in the 20 HP battery ignition.18th Dec 1928Box 168a \ 5  img030
Agreeing to put a 1 1/2 valve ballast resistance into production to resolve a misfire issue.28th Dec 1928Box 168a \ 5  img031
Specification table for different types of nickel wire ballast resistances.4th Jan 1929Box 168a \ 5  img032
Requesting the supply of a one-and-a-half value ballast resistance.7th Jan 1929Box 168a \ 5  img033
Request to the Experimental Department for three ignition ballast resistances using a specific length and gauge of nickel wire.16th Jan 1929Box 168a \ 5  img034
Specification for 1¼ and 1¾ value ballast resistances.19th Jan 1929Box 168a \ 5  img035
Experiments on ballast resistances to reduce internal ignition coil heating.16th Jan 1929Box 168a \ 5  img036
Specification sheet for 1 1/4 and 1 1/2 value ballast resistance.19th Jan 1929Box 168a \ 5  img037
Change to a 1-3/4 value ballast resistance to cure high-speed misfiring.30th Jan 1929Box 168a \ 5  img038
Testing and replacement of 1.5 value ballast resistances.9th Feb 1929Box 168a \ 5  img039
Request to supply two ballast resistances of the latest type for chassis number 54733.13th Feb 1929Box 168a \ 5  img040
Cover note for the specification of production inspection and test of a Value Ballast Resistance.13th Feb 1929Box 168a \ 5  img041
Production test and inspection procedure for a ballast resistance used in an ignition coil.13th Feb 1929Box 168a \ 5  img042
Requesting a newly standardised ballast resistance be fitted to chassis 22-EX for a 10,000-mile ignition system test.19th Feb 1929Box 168a \ 5  img043
Instruction to alter the old standard double value ballast resistance by shortening the working wire length.19th Feb 1929Box 168a \ 5  img044
The supply and charging of ballast resistances for a 20 HP chassis to a Portuguese retailer.27th May 1930Box 168a \ 5  img045
Ballast resistances and tungsten contact points for a 20 HP Rugeroni chassis.28th May 1930Box 168a \ 5  img046
Clarifying an order for ballast resistances for a 20 HP chassis for a customer named Rugeroni.6th Jun 1930Box 168a \ 5  img047
Log sheet tracking tests on a half-value old standard ballast resistance.3rd Jan 1929Box 168a \ 5  img048
Test record sheet logging the performance of a 1% value old standard ballast resistance.3rd Jan 1929Box 168a \ 5  img049
Test report on ballast resistance with mileage readings over time.3rd Apr 1929Box 168a \ 5  img050
Confirming a change in the manufacturing process for the ballast resistance from brazing to soldering.5th Feb 1931Box 168a \ 5  img051
Testing a soldered ballast resistance, concluding it is suitable for production as a replacement for the previously brazed version.5th Feb 1931Box 168a \ 5  img052
Expressing concern over changing from silver soldering to ordinary solder for the ballast resistance.7th Feb 1931Box 168a \ 5  img053
Fitting a standard ballast resistance with soldered terminals for testing.2nd Feb 1931Box 168a \ 5  img054
Request to test ballast resistances with soldered connections instead of brazed ones.1st Apr 1931Box 168a \ 5  img055
Request to remove an ignition coil and ballast from chassis 19-GIV for testing and replacement due to a mysterious fault.21th Oct 1931Box 168a \ 5  img056
On the rapid wear of distributor contact points caused by excessive cooling of the ballast resistance at high speeds.1st Jan 1932Box 168a \ 5  img057
Burnt contact points on chassis 18-GIV and the need to shield the ballast resistance.27th Jan 1932Box 168a \ 5  img058
Standardisation of a Ballast Resistance with a one-piece vitreous insulator and mechanically fastened wire.5th Oct 1931Box 168a \ 5  img059
Form for tracking the standardisation of a new chassis part, including costs and approval signatures.12th Jan 1932Box 168a \ 5  img060
Request to produce two temporary shields for the ballast resistance on 'Peregrine II' cars, chassis numbers 3 & 4.19th Jan 1933Box 168a \ 5  img061
Comparative tests of Peregrine and 20/25 battery ignition systems using various ballast resistances.26th Jan 1933Box 168a \ 5  img062
Performance data for a single breaker distributor standard coil at different ballast resistances.18th Dec 1936Box 168a \ 5  img063
Request to make and fit three Ballast Resistances for standardisation tests on a Bentley Chassis.18th Dec 1936Box 168a \ 5  img064
Extract from a customer letter regarding water ingress causing a starting issue on a Phantom III chassis.7th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 5  img065
Failure of coil resistances due to water ingress and the proposed solution of drilling a drain hole.7th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 5  img066
Failure in the ignition ballast box due to water ingress, with a proposed modification.8th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 5  img067
Phantom III chassis ignition failure due to water in the ballast resistance box.9th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 5  img068
Failure on a Phantom III chassis due to water in the ballast resistance case.12th Apr 1937Box 168a \ 5  img069
The testing and standardisation of a new 'Glowray' wire ignition ballast resistance to improve ignition performance and contact point life.28th May 1937Box 168a \ 5  img070
New standardized Ballast Resistance Wire blueprints for all chassis.9th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 5  img071
Standardisation of an ignition ballast resistance wound with 'Glowray' wire for a 25/30 HP model.2nd Jun 1937Box 168a \ 5  img072
Production note regarding the estimated tool cost for the 'S2' Series chassis.2nd Jun 1937Box 168a \ 5  img073
Standardisation of parts report for an ignition ballast resistance wound with 'Glowray' wire.2nd Jun 1937Box 168a \ 5  img074
Standardisation of parts for a roller steady for a milling cutter.10th Sep 1936Box 168a \ 5  img075
Standardisation of parts for the Phantom III, specifically an ignition ballast resistance wound with 'Glowray' wire.17th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 5  img076
Sanction for the standardisation of parts for the S.S. Lister automatic group, to be introduced from the 'E' series chassis onwards.14th Sep 1931Box 168a \ 5  img077
Correcting a wire specification error for Ballast Resistances used with D.75673 Coils.15th Jun 1937Box 168a \ 5  img078
Specification for a non-temperature coefficient ballast resistance for use with D.75673 coils.26th May 1937Box 168a \ 5  img079
Requesting the replacement of a trapped lead wire to the ballast resistance and other damaged ignition wiring.22th Sep 1938Box 168a \ 5  img080
Promotional letter from Hunts Motor Factors regarding their sole distributorship of Arvin Car Radio Sets.18th Jan 1938Box 168b \ 1  img001
Advertisement for Arvin 'Tailor-Fit' car radios, detailing the Standard, Master, and Deluxe models.28th Jan 1938Box 168b \ 1  img002
Proposed legislation on radio suppression for motor cars and the required testing.28th Jan 1938Box 168b \ 1  img003
Letter to World Radio Ltd. inquiring about the fitting of a Motorola wireless set model No.65 into a car.11th Feb 1938Box 168b \ 1  img004
Order for a Motorola wireless set to be fitted to a car.16th Feb 1938Box 168b \ 1  img005
Letter from World Radio Limited regarding the installation of a Motorola radio set and under-car aerials.15th Feb 1938Box 168b \ 1  img006
Letter to The World Radio Ltd. requesting a new pair of longer flexible controls for a Motorola radio set.23th Feb 1938Box 168b \ 1  img007
Telegram advising on the availability of three feet nine inch cables from stock.24th Feb 1941Box 168b \ 1  img008
Telegram received by telephone regarding the supply of three feet nine-inch cables.24th Feb 1936Box 168b \ 1  img009
Telegram received by telephone confirming the availability of cables from stock.24th Feb 1938Box 168b \ 1  img010
Short telegram message confirming an order for three feet nine inch cables.24th Feb 1938Box 168b \ 1  img011
Installation of a wireless set in a car and the requirement for a license.28th Feb 1938Box 168b \ 1  img012
The replacement of two flexible controls sent to The World Radio.28th Feb 1938Box 168b \ 1  img013
Letter to The World Radio Ltd. regarding fitting longer drives to a Motorola set and returning standard drives.1st Mar 1938Box 168b \ 1  img014
Effects of engine suppressors based on a test bed report and plans for further durability testing.3rd Mar 1938Box 168b \ 1  img015
The testing of Dubilier spark suppressors on a Bentley test bed unit.7th Feb 1938Box 168b \ 1  img016
Requesting an order for a Philco radio to replace a Motorola unit, with fitting instructions.12th Mar 1938Box 168b \ 1  img017
Request to obtain a catalogue from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for their latest 'Philco' car radio sets.12th Mar 1938Box 168b \ 1  img018
Requesting an order for a Philco radio to replace a Motorola for car 1.B.50.12th Mar 1938Box 168b \ 1  img019
Secret memo regarding an invoice from Messrs. Park Ward for a Telescopic Wireless Aerial for B.III.15th Mar 1938Box 168b \ 1  img020
Invoice from Messrs. Park Ward for a Telescopic Aerial ordered for project B.III.15th Mar 1938Box 168b \ 1  img021
Request to issue a covering order to Park Ward & Co. Ltd. for a telescopic aerial.16th Mar 1938Box 168b \ 1  img022


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