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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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Battery configurations, comparing the use of two 12-volt batteries in parallel against Mr. Royce's scheme of two 6-volt batteries in series.30th Dec 1927Box 168b \ 3  img011
Difficulties with the Phantom's two-unit battery installation and frame.6th Mar 1928Box 168b \ 3  img012
Extract from a letter regarding access to cells for topping up without removing the rear unit.8th Mar 1928Box 168b \ 3  img013
The accessibility, maintenance, and charging of car batteries.23th Mar 1928Box 168b \ 3  img014
Issues with the accessibility of batteries on experimental cars.8th May 1928Box 168b \ 3  img015
Specification for a 40/50 HP chassis lighting and starting battery in two 6-volt units.22th Aug 1928Box 168b \ 3  img016
Specifications for a battery, including overall dimensions, testing procedures, and cell layout.22th Aug 1928Box 168b \ 3  img017
Specifications for battery terminals, connections, sealing compound, and plate grids.22th Aug 1928Box 168b \ 3  img018
Specification document detailing requirements for battery separators, plate spacing, and electrolyte management.22th Aug 1928Box 168b \ 3  img019
Continued page of specifications for car batteries, covering acid level inspection, vibration resistance, and potential for neglect.2nd Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img020
Comparison of P & R RRN.11 and Exide 3 RRS-12L 6-volt unit batteries.2nd Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img021
Technical comparison of P&R and Exide battery components including negative plates, separators, and cell covers.2nd Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img022
Report page detailing the construction and materials of P & R covers, links, and nuts for a battery or electrical cell.2nd Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img023
Report suggesting improvements to battery design, comparing P & R and Exide types, specifically regarding plates and separators.20th Dec 1929Box 168b \ 3  img024
Routine treatment and testing record for car lighting and starting batteries.20th Dec 1929Box 168b \ 3  img025
Battery test report detailing the second charge, with cell readings, weight, and temperature measurements.7th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img026
Log sheet detailing battery cell performance tests, including density, voltage, and cadmium readings.7th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img027
Battery test data from fourth and fifth charge cycles, with readings for P&R and Exide cells.20th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img028
Test report on the charging potential difference of P&R and Exide standard 6-volt unit batteries.20th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img029
Battery corrosion on the Phantom II Chassis due to insufficient ventilation.24th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img030
Battery corrosion issues on the Phantom II chassis.28th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img031
Causes of battery corrosion on the Phantom II chassis and potential solutions.3rd Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img032
Note on preventing battery corrosion through material choice, protective coatings, and ventilation.4th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img033
Slight corrosion on batteries for the Phantom II chassis.4th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img034
Causes of battery corrosion on the Phantom II chassis.7th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img035
Improvements to battery cell covers and terminal glands to mitigate corrosion.7th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img036
Proposing a modification to the handle slots of 6-volt unit batteries for the Phantom II chassis.26th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img037
Proposed modification to Phantom II batteries to facilitate carrying by elongating the slots.27th Feb 1931Box 168b \ 3  img038
Letter to The National Accumulator Co. Ltd. regarding suggestions for lead-coated brass inserts and ebonite adhesion.26th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img039
Letter to The National Accumulator Co. Ltd. regarding battery cell lid modifications and comparative testing of 6-volt units.26th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img040
Cancelling a requirement for a 20 HP battery and ordering two modified 6-volt Phantom II battery units from different suppliers.27th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img041
Letter from an accumulator company regarding a drawing of a cell lid and proposed alterations.27th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img042
Letter from an electrical storage company confirming points discussed regarding battery component modifications.28th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img043
Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company discussing agreements on battery container material and price reductions.1st Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img044
Letter to The National Accumulator Co. Ltd. regarding a misunderstanding with the Chloride Co. over battery supplies.1st Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img045
Follow-up actions from a visit by Mr. McKinnon of The Chloride Co. regarding batteries for 20 HP and Phantom II models.30th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img046
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company following up on particulars for Phantom II chassis batteries.4th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img047
Letter from the National Accumulator Company Ltd. requesting a confirming order for a special unit.6th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img048
Letter to The Chloride Electrical Co. Ltd. regarding Phantom II Chassis Batteries.6th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img049
Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford concerning blueprints for lid designs.10th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img050
Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding Phantom II chassis batteries and blue prints from the National Accumulator Company.11th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img051
Letter to The National Accumulator Co. Ltd. concerning an order and forwarding blueprints for review.11th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img052
Cover letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd enclosing two prints.12th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img053
Letter acknowledging receipt of correspondence regarding Phantom II Chassis Batteries, noting that the prints were missing.12th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img054
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company acknowledging receipt of a letter and blueprints.14th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img055
Letter chasing comments and suggestions on blueprints for Phantom II Chassis Batteries.9th Apr 1930Box 168b \ 3  img056
Letter from a battery supplier defending their design choices for Phantom II chassis batteries.10th Apr 1930Box 168b \ 3  img057
Page two of a letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding cell specifications.11th Apr 1930Box 168b \ 3  img058
Design of cell lids, comparing Chloride and P & R designs.11th Apr 1930Box 168b \ 3  img059
Letter to The National Accumulator Co. Ltd. regarding the design of cell lids for Phantom II chassis batteries.24th Apr 1930Box 168b \ 3  img060
Page 2 of a letter to The National Accumulator Co.Ltd. regarding a suggested design improvement for a plate.24th Apr 1930Box 168b \ 3  img061
Letter from the National Accumulator Company regarding the testing of cell lids and plate designs.28th Apr 1930Box 168b \ 3  img062
New stiffener for the battery box anchorage on the 40-50 HP chassis.29th Apr 1930Box 168b \ 3  img063
Notification regarding a modification to handle slots, referencing previous production instructions.5th May 1930Box 168b \ 3  img064
Letter from the National Accumulator Company regarding design alterations to accumulator plates and lids.5th May 1930Box 168b \ 3  img065
Letter to The National Accumulator Co. Ltd regarding the ongoing comparative tests between two batteries.8th May 1930Box 168b \ 3  img066
Request for battery specifications for the 40-50 HP and 20/25 HP chassis.8th May 1930Box 168b \ 3  img067
Confirming the dispatch of battery specifications for the 20/25 and 40/50 models.3rd May 1930Box 168b \ 3  img068
Recent modifications to standard Phantom 6-volt unit batteries.9th Jul 1930Box 168b \ 3  img069
Modifications to battery plates and moulded ebonite containers to prevent short-circuiting and improve handling.1st Jul 1930Box 168b \ 3  img070
Details on modifications to connecting links, battery vents, and connections.9th Jul 1930Box 168b \ 3  img071
Continued report on experimental testing and proposed modifications for Exide and P&R batteries.9th Jul 1930Box 168b \ 3  img072
Requesting an order for P & R and Exide 6-volt batteries for comparative testing.1st Sep 1930Box 168b \ 3  img073
Comparison of charging voltages for P&R and Exide batteries under varying temperature conditions.30th Sep 1930Box 168b \ 3  img074
Graph of terminal potential difference vs. rate of charge for Paragon and Exide 6-volt batteries at various temperatures.19th Jun 1930Box 168b \ 3  img075
Graph comparing the sustained potential difference of P&R and Exide 6-volt batteries during charging.22th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img076
Test report on a P&R & Exide N.S.I. battery, detailing performance and component modifications.23th Oct 1930Box 168b \ 3  img077
Report comparing the capacity and performance of P&R and Exide units during a high rate discharge test.30th Oct 1930Box 168b \ 3  img078
Improved moulded Dagenite vent for the Standard Phantom II battery.30th Oct 1930Box 168b \ 3  img079
Extract discussing the design and sourcing of a battery, considering Dagonite and Exide options.15th Sep 1926Box 168b \ 3  img080
From EFC to Roy regarding an order for batteries from the Exide Co. for the S.S. chassis.18th Apr 1929Box 168b \ 3  img081
Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. requesting a battery cell for inspection due to failures.2nd Jul 1929Box 168b \ 3  img082
Letter from a supplier proposing the supply of a 6-volt monobloc battery for the 40/50 HP chassis.4th Jul 1929Box 168b \ 3  img083
Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., confirming their proposal is satisfactory.5th Jul 1929Box 168b \ 3  img084
Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. about the inspection of a sample moulded container and cell.10th Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img085
Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd. regarding a change in design for a terminal stud.10th Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img086
Inspection and subsequent return of a sample Exide 6-volt battery unit.26th Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img087
Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd regarding the return of a sample ebonite container and requesting new sample grids.26th Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img088
The order of two different 6-volt batteries for a direct comparison test.26th Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img089
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company acknowledging a request for sample grids and noting the return of a sample container.28th Sep 1929Box 168b \ 3  img090
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding modifications to battery plate moulds and terminal studs to prolong battery life.9th Oct 1929Box 168b \ 3  img091
Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. agreeing to modifications for the RR Exide standard cell.14th Oct 1929Box 168b \ 3  img092
Examination of sample unpasted grids for an Exide 3-RRS-IEL battery, including plate dimensions.25th Nov 1927Box 168b \ 3  img093
Description of the construction and design of positive and negative battery grids.25th Nov 1927Box 168b \ 3  img094
The design and dimensions of positive and negative battery plates.25th Nov 1927Box 168b \ 3  img095
Design considerations for grids, including capacity loss and corner radius.6th Dec 1929Box 168b \ 3  img096
Experimental record sheet tracking the mileage and performance of an Exide battery.6th Dec 1929Box 168b \ 3  img097
Experimental record sheet for an Exide 3RRS-IEL-1 battery test.6th Dec 1929Box 168b \ 3  img098
Comparison of modifications and performance between P & R and Exide N.S.1. battery cells.3rd Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img099
Letter proposing a modification to the handle slots of 6-volt batteries for the Phantom II chassis.27th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img100
Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. regarding modifications to battery fitments on experimental cars.27th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img101
Letter regarding a proposed modification for 6-volt unit batteries for the Phantom II Chassis.29th Jan 1930Box 168b \ 3  img102
Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. regarding modifications for 6-volt batteries on the Phantom II chassis.13th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img103
Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding 6-Volt batteries for the Phantom II Chassis.14th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img104
Letter concerning the design of 6-volt unit batteries for the Phantom II chassis, specifically cell connections.15th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img105
Letter from a battery supplier requesting a print for a part related to the Phantom II Chassis battery.19th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img106
Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. regarding a suggestion for Phantom II chassis batteries.21th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img107
Letter from a battery supplier regarding Phantom II chassis batteries and a competitor's drawing.22th Feb 1930Box 168b \ 3  img108
Test report on an Exide 3RRS-1EL-3-4 battery's performance and condition after road use.19th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img109
Confirmation of receipt for a faulty Exide 3.RES-IEL 6-volt unit battery with burnt cell to cell connections.27th Mar 1930Box 168b \ 3  img110


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