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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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Failure of fibre bushes in Bosch magneto contact breakers during a 10,000-mile engine bench test.27th Aug 1914Box 4 \ 5  05-page048
Challenges and methods for creating sufficiently strong permanent magnets for magnetos.21th Sep 1914Box 4 \ 5  05-page049
Methods for magnetizing and testing magnets, with specific reference to experiments on Bosch magnets.21th Sep 1914Box 4 \ 5  05-page050
The properties and hardening of steel for magnetos, with a comparison to Bosch magnets.2nd Nov 1914Box 4 \ 5  05-page051
Achieving magnet permanency and comparing steel composition and hardness against a Bosch equivalent.20th May 1918Box 4 \ 5  05-page052
Returning a loaned book on the High-Tension Magneto and requesting a copy be obtained.20th May 1918Box 4 \ 5  05-page053
Design changes to the front flywheels, magneto, and air pump.18th Dec 1918Box 4 \ 5  05-page054
Requesting views on a cumbersome and seemingly impractical inductor scheme for magnetos.8th May 1919Box 4 \ 5  05-page055
Critique of a sleeve inductor type magneto design (Paynes Patent), comparing it to polar inductor types.9th May 1919Box 4 \ 5  05-page056
Continuation page of a specification document.9th May 1919Box 4 \ 5  05-page057
Letter from Splitdorf Electrical Co. following up on magnetos and distributors sent for testing.15th Jul 1919Box 4 \ 5  05-page058
List of various magnetos from different manufacturers awaiting testing.27th Apr 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page059
Letter from The British Thomson-Houston Co. Ltd discussing magneto flux curves and voltage waves.20th May 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page060
The concluding page of a letter from the Chief of the Engineering Department regarding achieving results at high speeds.20th Jul 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page061
Preliminary report on the American Bosch Magneto ZR 6, comparing it to the German version.20th Jul 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page062
Comparison of American ZR 6, German Bosch, and Watford magnetos regarding construction, noise, and reliability.20th Jul 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page063
Comparative test report on Watford and American Bosch magnetos, including bench and road tests.20th Jul 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page064
Investigation of magnetos, ignition, and sparking plugs.24th Jul 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page065
Instruction sheet listing magnetos to be tested and compared against a standard Watford magneto.23th Aug 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page066
Instruction sheet detailing the availability of various magnetos for order P.A.11.23th Aug 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page067
Notes on the action of a revolving armature type magneto.6th Oct 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page068
Two diagrams illustrating the principle of a rotating armature within a magnetic field.12th Aug 1936Box 4 \ 5  05-page069
Diagrams illustrating a rotating component within a housing and a typical speed-gap curve graph.12th Aug 1936Box 4 \ 5  05-page070
Page discussing the effects of hysteresis and eddy currents on an armature and pole pieces in a magnetic system.11th Aug 1929Box 4 \ 5  05-page071
Page explaining the effects of eddy-currents and flux changes in an armature core and pole pieces.11th Aug 1929Box 4 \ 5  05-page072
Theoretical analysis of magneto operation, discussing eddy current loss, flux, and primary coil windings.10th Jun 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page073
Technical analysis of magneto primary current, considering electrical lag, ampere-turns, and eddy currents.10th Jun 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page074
Page explaining armature core flux, current induction, and related electromagnetic principles at varying speeds.1st Nov 1930Box 4 \ 5  05-page075
Page discussing the principles of core flux, electromotive force, and primary current in an ignition system.1st Nov 1930Box 4 \ 5  05-page076
Technical explanation of magneto ignition timing, focusing on current at break and spark intensity.11th Apr 1923Box 4 \ 5  05-page077
Technical explanation of magneto operation regarding current, E.M.F., and spark intensity at different speeds and timings.13th Jun 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page078
Continued explanation of primary current behaviour in relation to speed, magnetic flux, and eddy currents in an armature core.13th Jun 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page079
Explanation of the electrical phenomena occurring in a circuit immediately after the point of break.13th Jun 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page080
Explanation of discharge and flux redistribution in primary and secondary circuits following an interruption of current.13th Jun 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page081
The use of a condenser to manage inductive discharge in primary and secondary windings.13th Jun 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page082
Explanation of oscillatory current within a magneto's primary circuit, including the function of the condenser and safety gap.13th Jun 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page083
Page describing the electrical phenomena of current oscillation in primary and secondary circuits.1st Aug 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page084
Explanation of primary and secondary oscillations within a high-frequency air core transformer and magneto ignition systems.1st Aug 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page085
Page describing the electrical behavior of primary and secondary currents and flux redistribution in an armature core.10th Apr 1929Box 4 \ 5  05-page086
The characteristics and effects of the initial spark versus the arc discharge in an ignition system.10th Apr 1929Box 4 \ 5  05-page087
The arc effect in magnetos at high speeds, its issues, and potential remedies.10th Apr 1929Box 4 \ 5  05-page088
Page discussing methods to alter spark effects by manipulating magnetic flux and secondary turns in an ignition system.21th Oct 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page089
List of weights for different magnetos available for testing.21th Oct 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page090
List of magnetos fitted to various experimental cars.22th Oct 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page091
The delayed testing and preliminary inspection of magnetos supplied from America.9th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page092
Standard for defining the direction of rotation for electrical machines to avoid ambiguity.10th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page093
Letter from Eyquem Sparking Plugs Ltd. offering G. & A. Magnetos with a trade discount and advertising their magneto repair services.17th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page094
Sales leaflet for 'LA FRANÇAISE G.A' high-tension magnetos, including prices and ordering instructions.17th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page095
Specification sheet for G.A. high tension waterproof magnetos, detailing features, types, and dimensions.17th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page096
Brochure for 'La Française' waterproof magnetos for 2-cylinder engines, detailing ordering information, prices and conditions of sale.17th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page097
Specification sheet for G.A. high-tension waterproof magnetos, detailing special features, types, and measurements.15th May 1909Box 4 \ 5  05-page098
Product brochure for 'La Française' waterproof magnetos, detailing types, prices, and ordering information.15th May 1909Box 4 \ 5  05-page099
Specification sheet detailing the features and dimensions of G.A. high-tension waterproof magnetos.15th May 1909Box 4 \ 5  05-page100
Brochure for 'La Française' G.A. waterproof magnetos, providing ordering instructions, prices, and conditions of sale.15th May 1909Box 4 \ 5  05-page101
Technical brochure for G. A. high-tension waterproof magnetos, detailing features and specifications for types D1 and D2.15th May 1909Box 4 \ 5  05-page102
Sales brochure for 'La Française' oscillating magnetos from H. Arqmbourg & Joret.15th May 1909Box 4 \ 5  05-page103
Technical brochure detailing the features, types, and measurements of G.A. high-tension waterproof magnetos.18th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page104
The procedure for the comparison and testing of experimental magnetos.18th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page105
Procedure outlining a series of electrical and endurance tests for a magneto.18th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page106
Test procedure for a magneto's spark-producing capability under adverse conditions using Remy coils.18th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page107
Test specification outlining procedures for evaluating magneto sparking performance.11th Sep 1927Box 4 \ 5  05-page108
Continued list of testing procedures for an electrical component, including resistance, current, and flux measurements.11th Sep 1927Box 4 \ 5  05-page109
Quotation from B. M. Fair & Co. for magnetos for a 40/50 HP 6 Cylinder Engine.19th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page110
Cover letter forwarding information about a 'La Francaia' G.A. magneto.22th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page111
Sales letter from The Salmson Magneto Company regarding their magnetos.23th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page112
Sales letter from The Salmson Magneto Company regarding their motor car magnetos.29th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page113
Instructions for a utility test of a spark-coil or magneto.27th Nov 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page114
Instructions for a utility test experimenting with creating a non-inductive resistance.26th Jan 1939Box 4 \ 5  05-page115
Instructions for a utility test on electrical coils, detailing series connections and measurements.1st Jun 1919Box 4 \ 5  05-page116
Instructions and results for a utility test on Magneto X.3199.10th Dec 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page117
Instruction sheet detailing a utility test on magnetos, noting the effect of safety gap size.24th May 1919Box 4 \ 5  05-page118
Instructions for a utility test on a standard ignition coil with leakage resistance.15th Mar 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page119
Ability test of a spark-coil, comparing its performance against a Watford E6 magneto under various conditions.10th Dec 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page120
Procedure for a 'Utility' test of a spark coil on a magneto.7th Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page121
Report comparing the performance of a Watford E.6 magneto with a standard battery ignition system.17th Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page122
Comparative test of spark length for magneto and battery ignition systems under different leakage conditions.21th Dec 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page123
Letter to Claude Johnson regarding electrical apparatus issues on postwar chassis and the resulting high service costs.9th Dec 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page124
Chasing outstanding replies from the Derby factory regarding luggage carriers, spark plugs, and magnetos.8th Dec 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page125
Comparison of American and Watford magnetos, highlighting the difficulties and resource drain caused by repairing the latter.1st Dec 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page126
Extract detailing a schedule of bench tests for various experimental magnetos.16th Dec 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page127
The potential applications of Bakelite in car manufacturing, including steering wheels, gears, and coachwork.21th Dec 1920Box 4 \ 5  05-page128
Review of American-made magnetos being considered for the 40/50 chassis due to issues with the standard model.1st Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page129
The standardization and testing of American magnetos for U.S.A. cars compared to those used in Derby.1st Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page130
Magneto models submitted by the Watford, Conner, and B.T.H. companies for consideration.1st Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page131
The comparative merits of Bosch and British (B.T.H.) magnetos for potential standardisation.1st Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page132
Description of the B.T.H. Type 'MM' Magneto.24th Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page133
Table of minimum sparking speeds for various post-war Bosch and B.T.H. magneto models.28th Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page134
Procedure for the comparison and testing of experimental magnetos.28th Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page135
Page from a magneto test procedure outlining steps for circuit and performance testing.28th Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page136
Procedure for conducting utility tests on a magneto under various conditions.28th Jan 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page137
Instructions for testing the sparking characteristics and performance of a magneto.3rd Feb 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page138
Test procedure for a magneto's high-speed sparking gap.3rd Feb 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page139
Testing procedures for magneto sparking and winding resistance.3rd Feb 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page140
Instructions for adjusting primary point gap and measuring armature core flux.1st Feb 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page141
Table of results from magneto performance tests.1st Feb 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page142
Data table comparing performance characteristics of various magnetos.1st Feb 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page143
Comparison table of performance characteristics for various magnetos.2nd Feb 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page144
Instruction sheet detailing the number of earthing brushes on different magneto models.2nd Feb 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page145
Comparing the performance of Bosch and Watford magnetos.1st Mar 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page146
Experimental bench tests and examination of three different magnetos.21th Mar 1921Box 4 \ 5  05-page147


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