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Motor design calculations, torque requirements, and potential modifications.2nd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  139
Proposal to produce and test a new motor armature for the Phantom engine to address issues with the existing Bosch motor.2nd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  140
Query on the milling process for slots on a tapered armature.1st Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  141
Calculations for the sequence starter motor required for a Phantom Engine with a 13:1 ratio.1st Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  142
Page of calculations for an electrical component, possibly a motor or generator.1st Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  143
Calculations for motor electrical resistance, including armature and field values at 20°C.1st Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  144
Page of calculations for armature dimensions and copper wire specifications.1st Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  145
Calculations for armature and field winding specifications of an electric motor.1st Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  146
Calculation table for the Ampere-turns required to produce a specific magnetic flux.2nd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  147
Tests and a modification to prevent knocks in hydraulic shock dampers.2nd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  148
The theory and testing of hydraulic damper valves, including the effect of an oil cushion.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  149
Analysis of hydraulic damper performance, discussing piston leakage, valve timing, cushioning, and axle loads.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  150
Report page detailing modifications to shock dampers and the methodology for testing their efficiency.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  151
Analysis of shock damper loading, discussing the effects of axle velocity, oil flow dynamics, and viscosity.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  152
Report page concluding tests on a damper, comparing its performance and suggesting future developments.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  153
Shock damper's performance, with a chronograph record from a 10,000-mile road test.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  154
Pressure/stroke diagram for a front shock absorber.2nd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  155
Blank page with a purple ink stamp in the bottom right corner.2nd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  156
Two graphs illustrating the effects of temperature, load, and piston velocity on high pressure valve opening.2nd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  157
Graph plotting the effect of speed on maximum damper load at different temperatures.2nd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  158
Series of graphs showing the effects of temperature, load, and stroke rate on damper and valve performance.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  159
Stamped blank cover sheet from the Print Room in Derby.2nd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  160
Standardization of the magneto ignition switch arrangement for the Phantom model.3rd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  161
The objections and potential improvements to ignition switch arrangements.3rd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  162
The design and testing of the switchbox, auto switch, and battery charging system.3rd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  163
Improving the electrical charging system, battery life, and dynamo performance.3rd Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  164
Technical note on the risk of dynamo failure with a disconnected battery.11th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  165
Various proposed combinations for testing the No.1 scheme sequence starter.11th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  166
Page discussing whether to proceed with trials of a scheme or cancel the proposal.11th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  167
The inspection and testing of a new sleeveless Watford magneto and an up-to-date Lucas ER6 magneto.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  168
Comparison of Lucas type ERS and Watford magneto modifications and specifications.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  169
Comparison of distributor specifications and dimensions for Watford and Lucas components.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  170
Comparison table of relative distributor dimensions for Watford and Lucas models, with suggested new dimensions.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  171
Test report comparing the performance of Watford and Lucas magnetos under endurance, short circuit, and open circuit conditions.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  172
Comparative performance test report on Lucas and Watford magnetos, detailing open circuit and short circuit curves and a utility test with a shunted spark gap.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  173
Performance comparison of Watford and Lucas magnetos detailing their firing capabilities at various speeds and settings.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  174
Performance comparison between Watford and Lucas magnetos against general specification criteria.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  175
Comparison between the Watford sleeveless type magneto and the Lucas type ERS magneto.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  176
Report page discussing the performance and compliance of magnetos, specifically comparing Watford and Lucas models.11th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  177
Graph comparing Volt-Speed and Ampere-Speed curves for Watford and Lucas magnetos.11th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  178
Technical memorandum detailing investigations into high-speed wobbles and the effects of shock damper loading.14th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  179
Tests on vehicle wobble, focusing on the effects of engine mass, shock dampers, and frame rigidity.14th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  180
Comparison of high-speed wobble characteristics between an EAC. V11. and a Hispano vehicle.14th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  181
Causes and prevention of high-speed wheel wobble in vehicles.13th Jan 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  182
Graph and diagrams comparing the torsional rigidity of the Hispano and E.A.C.7 chassis frames.13th Jan 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  183
Carburetter starvation on the Phantom model due to petrol boiling in the Autovac feed system.14th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  184
Testing to resolve petrol starvation in the Autovac due to heat from the exhaust manifold, listing possible solutions.14th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  185
On the failure of the Autovac petrol feed system on Phantom cars and experiments to fix it with a larger diameter pipe.14th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  186
Petrol pipe tests conducted on a Standard Phantom engine, recommending the adoption of a larger pipe.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  187
Graph plotting the effect of petrol pipe size on Autovac petrol delivery against engine RPM at half throttle.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  188
Stamped document from the Print Room in Derby.14th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  189
Graph showing the effect of the size of a petrol pipe on Autovac delivery against engine RPM.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  190
Graph showing the effect of petrol supply pipe size on Autovac delivery against engine RPM.13th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  191
From the Derby Print Room with largely illegible text.14th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  192
Experimental testing of battery ignition contact points using a new drive rig.21th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  193
Revised calculations and suggestions for a scheme sequence starter motor.22th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  194
Armature dimensions, tapering, and air gaps related to grinding punched plates.22th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  195
Advantages of making armature slots parallel to improve the magnetic circuit.22th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  196
Calculations and specifications for a sequence starter motor for a Phantom engine.22th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  197
Page 2 of calculations for motor characteristics, including armature circumference, flux per pole, number of conductors, and back E.M.F.22th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  198
Page of calculations for motor resistance, armature, and slot area.22th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  199
Page of calculations for armature slot dimensions, conductor area, and space efficiency for a motor.31th Mar 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  200
Calculations for electrical component dimensions, turns, and resistance.31th Mar 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  201
Calculation table for the ampere-turns required to produce the necessary magnetic flux in a component.31th Mar 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  202
Calculations and suggestions for pole windings, including cross-sectional area and turns.1st May 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  203
Investigation into the failures experienced with the 20 HP starter motor.1st May 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  204
Modifications to a pinion unit to improve centralisation and engagement, and an investigation into cork clutch slipping issues.1st May 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  205
Analysis of starter motor engagement issues, focusing on pinion gear grinding, weak spring D.51133, and friction problems with cork discs.1st May 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  206
Tests and improvements made to a starter motor unit by adjusting spring loads.29th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  207
Sketches illustrating issues with a starter motor pinion engagement mechanism.29th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  208
Issues and costs associated with fitting a No.1 scheme sequence starter to the EAC.7 chassis.30th Jun 1927West Wittering \ Q \ 2April1927-June1927  209
Development and analysis of the EAC.7 steering geometry, comparing it with Phantom and India models.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  1
Confirming the commencement of detailing for Phantom bonnet locks following an agreement.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  2
Requesting information to create a preliminary layout for a Phantom luggage box and wheel carrier.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  3
Telegram confirmation detailing engine modifications required for an official test.1st Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  4
Bad steering geometry on 20HP cars and a proposal to re-test a side steering lever.4th Feb 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  5
From 'R' discussing the quality of English coachwork, chassis stiffness, and tyre specifications for various models.4th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  6
Modifications to the 20HP radiator and cast dash, drawing comparisons to the 40/50 model.8th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  7
Design of road springs for 40/50 & 20HP chassis.5th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  8
Decision to file radiator drawing N. sch. 2371 for reference.7th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  9
Design of brake squeak dampers for the 20HP and Phantom models.7th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  10
Experimental setup for a proposed returning spring on the steering worm tube.7th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  11
Outlining design specifications for new experimental radiators and bonnets, with a recommendation to remove shutters for sports cars.7th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  12
Modification to the servo linkage to increase brake rod force.7th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  13
Outlining two alternative steering scheme proposals for experimentation on Phantom models.7th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  14
Axle modification for hypoid gears, suggesting a reduction in the 'out of centre' dimension.11th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  15
Problem of oil getting on the brakes from the Phantom front hubs and proposed solutions.7th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  16
Similarities and patentability concerns between the company's damper and a design by Lanchester.12th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  17
Reputational risk of adopting Lucas magnetos due to their poor performance on Morris cars.12th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  18
Design specifications for hypoid gears, including off-set sizes, component changes, and gear ratios.14th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  19
Proposal for mounting hydraulic shock dampers on the rear axle of a 20HP model.14th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  20
Poor riding quality of a specific car presented to Mr. Brewster and the proposed actions to rectify the issue.15th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  21
Procurement and specifications for magnetos for the Phantom and 20HP models.15th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  22
Sourcing of a suitable clock for a cluster board, expressing frustration with suppliers and design options.20th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  23
Phantom tappet noises, questioning if rocker alterations are the true cause of improvement.20th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  24
Lanchester patent for a crankshaft damper and its potential application to a Goshawk engine.20th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  25
Improvements to the steering worm, nut, and spring return mechanisms.20th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  26
Steering mechanism design choices, focusing on springs, worm shafts, and the Phantom axle.22th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  27
Proposing a simple battery charge indicator using a green light to warn the driver.22th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  28
Inquiring about removing felt glands on valve gear to enable the adoption of double valve springs.23th Apr 1927West Wittering \ Q \ April1927-June1927  29


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