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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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Communication regarding the design of a ball pin attachment for the front shock absorber on a 40/50 HP chassis.26th Apr 1919West Wittering \ C \ June1919  Scan21
Design of battery connections and the selection of Chloride and Tudor as battery cell suppliers.11th Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ June1919  Scan22
Proper construction and installation of a battery, its terminals, and associated wiring.4th Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ June1919  Scan23
Reliability and guarantee policy for electrical equipment and parts.4th Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ June1919  Scan24
Questioning the use of aluminum for a starter motor brush holder and suggesting an alternative design.10th Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ June1919  Scan25
Instruction from Mr. Royce to create three sets of back axle bevels for the 20 HP chassis.19th Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ June1919  Scan26
Telegram received by telephone from St Johns, Newfoundland, concerning fuel mixture issues for Vickers.12th Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ June1919  Scan27
Telegram received by telephone regarding the use of Shell one fuel without benzol.12th Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ June1919  Scan28
Design changes for hubs on Michelin disc wheels for the 40/50 HP chassis.6th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan0
From 'E' to 'BY' providing feedback on design points for wheel hubs and bearings.17th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan1
Design modifications for the connecting rods on a 40/50 HP chassis.6th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan2
Gear change mechanisms, including a cycle change gear concept and a free wheel arrangement for the new 20 HP car.11th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan3
Continued discussion on gear changing, proposing a positive jaw clutch to improve a free-wheel design.11th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan4
Proposal for an experimental clutch system using a combination of free wheel, jaw clutch, and friction clutch mechanisms operated electrically.11th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan5
Proposed new carburetter design, patent considerations, and a comparison to the existing model.11th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan6
Design of Michelin detachable wheels for a 40/50 HP chassis.14th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan7
Development and proposed testing of a new style of wheel stud for heavy-duty use with twin wheels.14th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan8
Alternative hub designs, axle nuts, and the need for directional threads.14th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan9
Design of a proposed carburetter for chassis X.3511.17th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan10
Preliminary arrangement of a valance for a 20 HP chassis.17th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan11
Telegram received by telephone discussing a spherical control and a leather scheme for an existing chassis.18th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan12
Design details and manufacturing process for a 20 HP chassis piston and connecting rod.26th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan13
Unsuitable Buick car obtained for experiments, specifically noting the incorrect clutch type.24th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan14
Request to send a starter motor for the 40/50 HP chassis to West Wittering.25th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan15
The dynamo and motor windings for the 20 HP chassis.24th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan16
Requesting a test to compare petrol consumption between high and low geared back axles.28th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan17
Sourcing temperature recorders for cars, involving an instruction to pose as a customer to test supply.29th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan18
Design change and removal instructions for the 20 HP chassis undershield.1st Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan19
The alteration of undershield stiffeners and proceeding with work on the engine.1st Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan20
Defining light, normal, and overload conditions for the 20 HP chassis to ensure correct springing.29th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan21
Requesting a dynamo model with new windings be sent to West Wittering, along with weight information.31th Mar 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan22
Requesting design information and best practices for an electric starter motor on a 20 HP engine.1st Apr 1919West Wittering \ C \ March1919  Scan23
Notes from a visit to Mr. Royce regarding the 20 HP and new 50 HP chassis.6th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan0
Dynamo cutout for the 20 HP chassis and modifications for Michelin wheels.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan1
Omissions in the blueprint for 40/50 HP progressive friction shock dampers and requesting completion of the design.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan4
Electrical quantities and starting torque for the 20 HP starting motor.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan5
Outlining the policy to use hand-operated radiator louvres combined with a thermometer for the immediate future.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan6
Paint colour specimens for a 40/50 HP chassis, detailing Mr. Royce's preferences for a warm buff colour and black leather upholstery.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan7
'Goshawk' main oil feed and other details, referencing drawing LeC.1083.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan8
Model water pump rotor for an 'Eagle' engine that needs to be rescued from scrap material.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan9
Chart of six numbered paint swatches in various shades of yellow and brown, with their handwritten pigment compositions.19th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan10
Details for the 40/50 HP radiator shutters and control mechanism.19th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan11
Design improvement for 40/50 HP chassis pistons by using concave crowns to reduce knocks.19th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan12
Chassis wiring scheme with distribution board and an alternative using a Lucas switch-box.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan13
Mr. Royce's recommendation for wiring the starter switch in series to simplify connections.17th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan14
Assembly breakdown schedule for various AW/AD053/S police car models.20th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan15
Instructions for the 20 HP wheelcase and gears, detailing magneto and camshaft drive fittings.20th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan16
From E. to D.A. regarding the delayed dispatch of water pump connections, fan drive, and crankshaft parts.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan17
Defects in the Dunlop spanner for detachable wire wheels with suggestions for improvement.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan18
Drawing No. LeC.1092 for the control mechanism of radiator shutters.26th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan19
Redesign and material specifications for a ballast resistance unit on a 40/50 HP chassis.24th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan20
Standardisation and cost of the ballast resistance design for an ignition coil.24th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan21
Design flaw (a twist) in the 20 HP bonnet, requiring alteration and a scale model.28th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan22
Adoption of scheme N.58 for Michelin disc wheels on the 20 HP car.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan23
Wiring and connections for a Lucas supplementary distributing box.28th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan24
Standardisation of a radiator shutter control, referencing drawing No. Lec.1093.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan25
The necessary modifications for producing left-hand steering vehicles.2nd Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan26
Need for a new chassis for the American factory, as the old design is considered antiquated.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan27
Patenting and constructing an electrical mileage register and speed indicator.29th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan28
Instructions on fitting the temperature indicator for the 40/50 HP chassis.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan29
Chasing up promised samples of sheet metal terminals for low tension connections.2nd Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan30
Two schemes for ignition wire fittings on the 40/50 HP chassis.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan31
Approval and future design of wiring tubes, including material choices.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan32
Mr. Royce's recommendations for the experimental 40/50 HP magneto drive and its fabric couplings.2nd Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan33
Alterations to a drive design, with sketches of proposed front and rear joints.1st May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan34
Copy of a telegram from R. regarding the design of junction blocks for a battery box.12th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan35
Investigation into the internal resistances of various lighting and starting batteries.12th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan36
Comparative analysis of various batteries based on their voltage performance under different loads.2nd May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan37
Procedure for testing battery performance by taking voltage readings under a specific current load.26th Apr 1917West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan38
Test report comparing the performance of various batteries under different loads.26th Apr 1917West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan39
Test report detailing readings of voltage, current, and resistance for a Chloride battery.2nd May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan40
Review and comparison of various battery types, including Lucas, C.A.V., and P.A.R.2nd May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan41
Report comparing the performance results of Chloride, Tudor, and Fuller batteries against specifications.2nd May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan42
Instruction from Mr. Royce to test if a three-bladed radiator fan performs as well as a six-bladed one.16th Jun 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan43
Description and specifications of the Lucas E.575 Dynamo.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan44
Continued description of a dynamo's operation, detailing its two-pole winding, armature resistance, and the Rotax Leitner regulation principle.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan45
Analysis of current behaviour in a dynamo's brushes and armature at various rotational speeds, comparing different dynamo types.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan46
Performance comparison and analysis of a dynamo against a C.A.V. model, detailing construction and test results.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan47
Report page detailing the voltage and current characteristics of a dynamo connected to a battery.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan48
Page describing dynamo performance under various conditions, analysing performance curves and comparing it to other systems.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan49
Report comparing performance curves and electrical measurements for a dynamo or shunt machine.7th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan50
Test data and diagram for a Lucas E.575 Dynamo, detailing current measurements at various speeds.6th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan51
Graph of open circuit voltage curves for a Lucas E.575 dynamo with separate excitation.5th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan52
Graph of open circuit volt curves for a Lucas E.575 Dynamo under self-excitation.5th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan53
Graph of output-speed curves for a Lucas E.575 Dynamo with 4, 5, 6, and 7 cells.5th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan54
Graph of output speed curves for a Lucas E.575 Dynamo under various connection configurations.6th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan56
Wiring diagrams for a Lucas E 575 Dynamo, showing different brush connection configurations.6th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan57
Operation and regulation of Smith (T & M) Type A and Type 3A dynamos.12th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan58
Comparative performance analysis of dynamo machines, detailing regulation, construction, and a supplied cut-out.12th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan59
Comparison report on different dynamo machines and their contact surfaces, with a recommendation for further testing.12th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan60
Particulars of Smith (T & M) 12 Volt Chassis Dynamos, Type A and Type 3A.12th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan61
Comparative output curves for C.A.V.NG.R.R., Lucas E.575, and Smith (T&M) Type A dynamos.12th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan64
Questioning the effectiveness of a second fuse added to a new type of Lucas switchboard.20th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan65
On the trial of 'D' type side levers, which are considered a satisfactory and preferable alternative to the standard 'C' levers.29th May 1919West Wittering \ C \ May1919  Scan66
The 'singing' noise from a Lucas dynamo, expressing pleasure that the issue is being handled.4th Sep 1919West Wittering \ C \ September1919  Scan0
Revision of the 20 HP crankcase design due to complications with foundry work.9th Sep 1919West Wittering \ C \ September1919  Scan1
List of seven modification points from Mr. Royce regarding scheme N.SCHEME-107 for the 20 HP Propeller Shaft and Torque Tube.1st Sep 1919West Wittering \ C \ September1919  Scan2
Lubrication methods for the propeller shaft and universal joints, including diagrams.1st Sep 1919West Wittering \ C \ September1919  Scan3
Oil retention in the torque tube, proposing design changes including a die-cast aluminium partition.1st Sep 1919West Wittering \ C \ September1919  Scan4
Semi-flexible attachment of the scuttle to the dashboard.5th Sep 1919West Wittering \ C \ September1919  Scan5


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