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Study concluding on the design and construction of a high-speed, torsionally stiff cross shaft, likely for a crane.6th Dec 1929Morton \ M6  img003
Letter discussing design modifications for self-adjusting and 'straight lever railway' brakes for motors and cranes.6th Dec 1929Morton \ M6  img004
Study concluding on the design and construction of a high-speed, torsionally stiff cross shaft using a drawn tube.29th Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img005
Letter discussing design flaws and potential solutions for a crane's cross-shaft, brakes, and motor system.29th Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img006
Postscript discussing the design and testing of longitudinal brakes, including a diagram.24th Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img007
Letter to Mr. Bentley discussing design modifications for small 2-pole motors and DC/AC brush holders.24th Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img008
Document with sketches discussing design improvements for a spring and clutch mechanism to prevent breakage and reduce stress.24th Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img009
Suggestions for improvements to a new standard crab mechanism design.24th Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img010
Letter of advice regarding design philosophy, cautioning against rushing into production without thorough testing and consideration.16th Dec 1929Morton \ M6  img011
Letter with a hand-drawn diagram and notes discussing a design for A.C. & D.C. brush-holders.16th Dec 1929Morton \ M6  img012
Pencil sketches of various mechanical components.1st Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img013
Letter with sketches discussing the design of a spring for a 3-phase slip ring motor brush.1st Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img014
Design specifications and sketch for a D.C. electro motor.31th Oct 1929Morton \ M6  img015
Recommendation to use smaller, fine-threaded nuts and bolts, and to ensure they are properly locked for safety.22th Oct 1929Morton \ M6  img016
Letter to F.H. Royce regarding motor repairs and discussions with Messrs. Merz & McLellan.10th Jun 1929Morton \ M6  img017
Design sketch and notes for a standard geared industrial motor, possibly for crane work.25th Mar 1929Morton \ M6  img018
Sketch and description of a standard geared motor with an internal reduction gear.25th Mar 1929Morton \ M6  img019
Blueprint sketch and notes for a standard geared industrial motor.25th Mar 1929Morton \ M6  img020
Letter discussing the critical importance of thoroughly testing and developing a specimen design before starting large scale production.8th Feb 1929Morton \ M6  img021
Letter discussing design standardization, wheel flange issues, and vehicle testing.8th Feb 1929Morton \ M6  img022
Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. Bentley regarding the critical importance of thoroughly testing and developing standard units before production.8th Feb 1929Morton \ M6  img023
Letter responding to a report with feedback on motor design, bearings, and oil retention, including hand-drawn diagrams.9th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img024
Continued letter from F. H. Royce discussing bearing, shaft, and lubrication specifications.9th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img025
Letter from F.H. Royce regarding production losses due to excessive overtime and the need to increase staff.9th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img026
Letter discussing production scheduling, material ordering, and managing work in progress to improve efficiency and turnover.9th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img027
Page 2 of a memo from F. H. Royce detailing the necessity of reducing production costs, including cost breakdowns and targets.9th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img028
Letter discussing production efficiency, scheduling, and management of capital for increased turnover.9th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img029
Letter proposing the in-house manufacture of crane motors and outlining design suggestions.28th Aug 1928Morton \ M6  img030
Letter from F.H. Royce discussing proposals for crane motor design, including gearing, A.C. motors, and insulators.9th Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img031
Letter from F.H. Royce concerning a suggestion for a crane brake auto adjustment.9th Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img032
Hand-drawn sketch of a brake automatic adjustment mechanism.9th Nov 1929Morton \ M6  img033
Letter to F.H. Royce regarding the preliminary design and a new detailed drawing for an A.C. Motor, No. B.456.2nd Aug 1928Morton \ M6  img034
Proposing a new general arrangement drawing for an A.C. Motor for approval.31th Jul 1928Morton \ M6  img035
Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. J.C. Bentley regarding design suggestions for a B.456 A.C. Motor.28th Jul 1928Morton \ M6  img036
Letter discussing the design of continuous current brake magnets.13th Jul 1928Morton \ M6  img037
Letter from F.H. Royce discussing the selection of insulation materials like bakelite, micanite, and stoneware for various electrical components.10th Jul 1928Morton \ M6  img038
Letter detailing design specifications for continuous current motors, including bearings, shaft, and brush holders.19th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img039
Technical letter with diagrams discussing the design and materials of brush holders, springs, and commutators.12th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img040
Letter discussing specifications for alternating current cranes and motors.12th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img041
Letter regarding gear cutting machinery, the scrapping of old cutters, and modifications to gears.12th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img042
Hand-drawn pencil sketches on the reverse of a typed memo.19th May 1928Morton \ M6  img043
Letter from F.H. Royce discussing design proposals and questions for alternating current motors.19th May 1928Morton \ M6  img044
Letter to F.H. Royce regarding a telegram about Chilean dynamos, explaining constraints on changing bearing types and supplying specific brush holders.10th Mar 1928Morton \ M6  img045
Page 2 of a letter with a postscript specifying 'No Gap' type ball bearings suitable for a 15° tilt.10th Mar 1928Morton \ M6  img046
Letter to Mr. Bentley discussing the design of a dynamo, with criticisms on lubrication, bearings, and accessibility.10th Mar 1928Morton \ M6  img047
Technical letter with sketches discussing a ball bearing design with a split conical bush and insulation methods.1st Mar 1928Morton \ M6  img048
Letter discussing the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of using Fynn-Weichsel design induction motors.1st Mar 1928Morton \ M6  img049
Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. Bentley regarding the lubrication of ball and plain bearings.19th Jan 1928Morton \ M6  img050
Letter to F.H. Royce acknowledging receipt of his correspondence and a copy of a document on insulating varnishes.19th Jan 1928Morton \ M6  img051
Letter from F.H. Royce regarding a publication on 'Insulating Varnishes in Electrotechnics'.13th Jan 1928Morton \ M6  img052
Letter acknowledging correspondence and requesting a spare copy of the book 'Insulating Varnishes in Electrotechnics'.3rd Jan 1928Morton \ M6  img053
Letter to F.H. Royce acknowledging correspondence regarding B.T.H. interchangeable A.C. and D.C. motors, advising that sketches are being prepared.17th Dec 1927Morton \ M6  img054
Letter to F.H. Royce regarding sketches for a brake magnet piston and arrangements for cranes.6th Dec 1927Morton \ M6  img055
Letter discussing design suggestions for a solenoid piston and tube assembly.3rd Dec 1929Morton \ M6  img056
Letter discussing railway cranes, design suggestions for brakes and wheels, and material choices for insulation.29th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img057
Letter to F.H. Royce concerning the layout and design specifications for a 3 Phase Brake Solenoid.29th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img058
Letter to F.H. Royce detailing piston design alternatives, insulating materials, and enclosing correspondence from other suppliers.29th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img059
Page 3 of a typed letter addressed to F.H. Royce Esq. signed by W.O. Bentley.15th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img060
Letter confirming the procurement of 'Sindanyo' material and review of notes on a brake magnet.15th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img061
Request to source a piece of Black Matt Finish 'Sindanyo' from a supplier and to query its drillability.15th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img062
Letter discussing design decisions for brake solenoids, including the placement of the magnet and the use of an air dash pot.24th Oct 1927Morton \ M6  img063
Letter from F.H. Royce recommending the purchase of a Sunderland Gear Plainer to improve the plant for Royce Ltd.10th Aug 1927Morton \ M6  img064
Brief typed letter acknowledging receipt of correspondence from F. H. Royce.8th Aug 1927Morton \ M6  img065
Letter regarding a handbook on Gear Planers and the potential purchase of a number 19 machine.3rd Aug 1927Morton \ M6  img066
Letter to F.H. Royce arranging Mr. Coley's travel to London for a follow-up meeting.22th Jul 1927Morton \ M6  img067
Letter to F. H. Royce confirming travel arrangements and arrival time in Chichester.14th Jul 1927Morton \ M6  img068
Letter of acknowledgement to F. H. Royce regarding his recent correspondence.7th Jul 1927Morton \ M6  img069
Letter to Mr. E. Coley regarding design difficulties and faults with the Ley's Transporter project.5th Jul 1927Morton \ M6  img070
Critique and suggestion for design improvements to a transporter, covering bogies, collector gear, and conductor bars.5th Jul 1927Morton \ M6  img071
Technical document detailing the design and potential defects of an insulated conductor system.5th Jul 1927Morton \ M6  img072
Typed memorandum with numbered points and sketches providing feedback on engineering design choices.18th Nov 1915Morton \ M6  img073
Letter from F.H. Royce discussing the approval process for new work and the cost-effectiveness of good design over poor work.18th Nov 1915Morton \ M6  img074
Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. E. Coley discussing design issues with electrical conductors and proposing modifications.14th Jun 1927Morton \ M6  img075
Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. Bentley concerning the importance of thorough testing and standardization of components.8th Feb 1929Morton \ M6  img076
Letter emphasizing the critical importance of severe testing and standardization for new components.13th Feb 1929Morton \ M6  img077
Letter to F.H. Royce regarding design modifications for generators on Chilean Naval Boats.2nd Apr 1928Morton \ M6  img078
Technical discussion on bearing types, insulation materials like Bakelite, and component design for armatures.2nd Apr 1928Morton \ M6  img079
The concluding page of a letter signed by J.C. Bentley.23th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img080
Letter to F.H. Royce discussing designs for brake magnets and terminal boxes, and detailing tests on different insulator fillings.23th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img081
Technical memo discussing the performance of insulators, collector gears, and pulleys, including comparisons with German designs.23th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img082
Letter discussing the comparison and testing of insulators and collector gear designs, including German samples.23th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img083
Blueprint for an outdoor type insulator for supporting a grooved trolley wire.3rd Mar 1927Morton \ M6  img084
Blueprint for an indoor type insulator used for supporting a grooved trolley wire.3rd Mar 1927Morton \ M6  img085
Letter responding to F.H. Royce regarding design considerations for alternating current motors.4th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img086
Typed memorandum discussing design considerations for A.C. motors, particularly for crane and industrial applications.4th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img087
Brake systems, motor generator sets, and the comparison of A.C. and D.C. crane motors.4th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img088
Technical discussion on the design and operation of motors for cranes, comparing AC and DC systems.4th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img089
Material choices for insulation, machine components, and internal company logistics.4th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img090
Responding to points on materials like Bakelite, machine yoke design, iron castings, office logistics, and production turnover.4th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img091
Production efficiency, competition, staff morale, and component specifications.4th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img092
Various business points including staff welfare, production costs, pricing strategy, and brand reputation.4th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img093
Revised methods for keying, insulators, bearings, and motors, referencing specific drawings.4th Jun 1928Morton \ M6  img094
Component improvements for cranes, including insulators, bearings, and motor drawings.12th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img095
Correspondence regarding the design and inspection of 3 Phase Brake Magnets.12th Nov 1927Morton \ M6  img096
Letter detailing the proposed design of a brake magnet and the procurement of Stalloy Stampings.31th Oct 1927Morton \ M6  img097
Letter to F.H. Royce listing samples, literature, and catalogues being sent under separate cover.31th Oct 1927Morton \ M6  img098
List of brochures and material samples, including various finishes, paints, publications, and tapes.26th Oct 1927Morton \ M6  img099
Letter to F.H. Royce discussing blueprints for 3-phase Brake Magnets and a new coil clamping method.29th Oct 1927Morton \ M6  img100
Recommending the adoption of the Sunderland gear cutting system and describing an operating magnet.6th Aug 1927Morton \ M6  img101
Letter to F.H. Royce regarding a troublesome transporter machine with failing runner wheels due to lubrication issues.11th Jul 1927Morton \ M6  img102


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