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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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Letter discussing issues and tests with American Bosch Magnetos.4th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan226
Technical discussion on Bosch magneto and armature specifications, including performance graphs and material composition.4th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan227
To Mr Hives discussing magneto test results, defects in American Bosch magnetos, and proposed modifications.4th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan228
The experimental bench tests of a U.S.A. Bosch Magneto, type D.U.Z.6.4th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan229
Test report on electrical components, including distributor dimensions, platinum point gap, and endurance test results.4th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan230
Test report page detailing performance, short circuit, and utility tests conducted on a magneto component.4th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan231
Performance test report detailing high and low speed sparking characteristics, resistance, and current output.4th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan232
Requesting an order be forwarded for U.S.A. Bosch magnetos and related spare parts.21th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan233
Correspondence from America concerning U.S.H. Bosch Magnetos and related breakdowns.9th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan234
Instructions regarding the breakdown and replacement parts for various types of magnetos.9th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan235
Instructions regarding a fibre bush and magneto failure on customer car X 430.9th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan236
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America regarding payment for a Magneto and Battery System taken by Mr. Hives from Springfield to Derby.20th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan237
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America correcting the addressee of a previously sent document concerning American Bosch Battery Ignition.3rd Aug 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan238
List of R. Bosch and U.S.A. Bosch magnetos in the laboratory with condition remarks.18th Sep 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan239
Complaints about condenser cover bolts chafing plates and a proposed design modification to fix the issue.22th Nov 1920Box 49 \ 5  Scan240
Suggesting modifications to the condenser studs, nuts, and earth terminal plate for 40/50 chassis.2nd Feb 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan241
Modification to the condenser box studways.10th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan242
Re-standardisation of a 40/50 HP condenser, focusing on a new earth connection and stud design.9th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan243
Cover note regarding modifications to the flexible condenser earthing connection.1st Jul 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan244
Series of questions comparing the use and properties of insulating materials like Bakelite, Micanite, Vulcanite, and Stabalite.3rd Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan245
Visit to the Watford Magneto Company regarding their insulation materials and moulding processes.15th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan246
The moulding processes and materials such as Beldalite, ebonite, and Bakelite.15th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan247
Manufacturing processes, including moulding materials like Bakelite and testing American Bosch Magnetos.29th Jun 1917Box 49 \ 5  Scan248
Use of moulded insulating materials like bakelite and stabalite for electrical components.15th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan249
Material choices like bakelite, ebonite and porcelain for the electrical department.15th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan250
Manufacturing procedures, comparing US and UK practices, and advocating for the in-house production of specific electrical components.10th Dec 1920Box 49 \ 5  Scan251
Adoption of Bakelite insulating material and a proposal to manufacture parts under license.18th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan252
The suitability of materials like Bakelite and Stabalite for electrical components.18th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan253
Requesting the procurement of sample sheets and bushes of various moulded insulation materials.8th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan254
Request to obtain samples of various moulded insulating materials from a list of suppliers.13th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan255
Page 2 of a memo regarding a potential supplier for the raw material 'Condensite'.13th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan256
Letter from The Beldam Tyre Co. Ltd. concerning a sample of 'Beldalite' insulating material.1st Aug 1919Box 49 \ 5  Scan257
Introducing Stabilite moulding for switch barrels to save time and money.4th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan258
Confirming receipt of letters and sending samples of 'Solidite' and 'Beldalite' moulded insulating materials.27th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan259
Letter from The Beldam Tyre Co (1920) Ltd regarding sending samples of 'Beldalite'.25th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan260
Visit to Messrs. North & Sons in Watford, discussing their machining and moulding processes and materials.2nd May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan261
Correspondence regarding samples of the moulded insulating material, Beldalite.18th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan262
Comparative loading tests of Stabalite and Beldalite at various temperatures.2nd Feb 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan263
Failures in Exide batteries and ongoing tests with other battery types.2nd Feb 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan264
Technical discussion on different types of batteries, their components like separators, and potential new standards.2nd Feb 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan265
Latest improvements in Tudor and British Exide batteries.17th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan266
Modifications to batteries and an examination of a Tudor battery.7th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan267
The construction of a battery, detailing its grids, separators, vents, terminals, and casing.7th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan268
Report comparing Exide and De Martis batteries, detailing their features and performance claims.7th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan269
Investigation report on a battery, detailing its construction and performance compared to a standard Exide battery.7th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan270
Listing the weights of various batteries and the capacity of the De Martis battery.7th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan271
The weights of various types of batteries.7th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan272
Request for cost particulars of several new sample batteries for a report being prepared for Mr. Royce.7th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan273
Costs and status of five different experimental batteries.10th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan274
Test report detailing the charging and discharging treatment of a car battery.8th Mar 1926Box 49 \ 5  Scan275
Log sheet for a battery's second charge cycle and discharge performance test.8th Mar 1926Box 49 \ 5  Scan276
Test report detailing battery charge, discharge, and cell density readings.8th Mar 1926Box 49 \ 5  Scan277
Test report logging battery cell densities and charge characteristics.12th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan278
Extract from a report on a visit discussing battery designs, condemning the Tudor model in favour of the Exide.12th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan279
Extract from a letter from Chloride Elec Storage Co. regarding the weight of battery sets.1st Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan280
Standardisation sheet for an Exide 6 EXE 5 battery with independently supported elements.5th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan281
Relaying Mr. Royce's remarks on a standardisation sheet for an Exide battery with independently supported elements.13th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan282
Letter concerning the delivery of battery cells and issues with a new batch of experimental chassis batteries.14th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan283
Letter discussing issues with battery sealing compound, cracking, and electrolyte leakage.14th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan284
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and approval of sample batteries.26th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan285
The standardisation and supply of an Exide 6 BXE5 battery with independently supported plates.27th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan286
Standardisation proposal for an Exide 6 BXE5 battery with independently supported elements.23th Mar 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan287
Continuation sheet listing modifications to battery components, including plates, separators, and cells.8th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan288
Recommendation to standardise the Exide Battery BXE.5 after successful testing.27th Apr 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan289
Extract from a report on the testing and durability of the new standard Exide 6BXE5 battery.2nd Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan290
Future accumulator choices, comparing Exide and C.A.V.-Willard batteries for chassis installations.1st Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan291
Letter to a supplier regarding corrosion issues on 6BXE5 batteries due to incorrect washer material.15th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan292
Letter discussing the material used for washers and the inspection of batteries.16th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan293
Letter discussing issues and potential solutions for corrosion on lead washers in 6 BXE.5 batteries.16th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan294
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding a service visit to supply washers.16th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan295
The replacement of brass washers with lead ones on standard 6-BXE.5 batteries.17th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan296
Corrosion issues and design improvements for Exide and Tudor batteries.23th Jun 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan297
Battery terminal corrosion and proposed improvements to the washer and nut arrangement.23th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan298
Technical memorandum comparing batteries from the Tudor Company and C.A.V.23th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan299
Price comparison of Tudor, Exide, and C.A.V. Willard batteries.23th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan300
Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Co regarding standard 6 BXE.5 batteries and antimonial lead washers.23th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan301
Changeover from brass washers to antimonial lead washers for Standard 6-B.X.E.5. batteries.25th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan302
The changeover from brass terminal washers to antimonial lead washers for BXE-5 batteries.27th Jun 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan303
Replacing brass terminal washers on batteries and requesting a supply for repair depots.4th Jul 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan304
The changeover of standard battery terminal washers from brass to antimonial lead.11th Jul 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan305
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. regarding the despatch of replacement terminal washers for starter battery sets.8th Jul 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan306
Copy of a letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co Ltd regarding starter batteries and terminal washers.15th Jul 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan307
The changeover from Brass Terminal Washers to Antimonial Lead Washers on Chloride batteries.21th Jul 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan308
The vibration test of a new standard Exide battery.12th Aug 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan309
Battery vibration test, detailing the apparatus used and the condition of the elements after treatment.1st Aug 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan310
Analysis of battery cell failures, comparing mechanical vibration with incorrect electrical treatment and testing procedures.12th Aug 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan311
The testing and condition of battery cells after charging and overcharging experiments.12th May 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan312
Report discussing the effects of overcharging and discharging on battery plates and detailing a vibration test on a modified cell.12th Aug 1931Box 49 \ 5  Scan313
Recurring issue of damaged batteries upon delivery to coachbuilders and the associated repair costs.17th Aug 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan314
Letter regarding a cell failure in an experimental battery due to a missing separator.30th Aug 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan315
Letter concerning a battery failure and discussing reliability and inspection processes.10th Dec 1926Box 49 \ 5  Scan316
Letter of apology regarding the omission of separators in experimental batteries.5th Sep 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan317
Leakage of charge test report for a Chloride 6BXE5 12-volt battery.6th Sep 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan318
Battery discharge capacity test to determine the cause of capacity reduction.6th Sep 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan319
Instructions and results for leakage and charge tests conducted on a standard Chloride battery after six months.6th Sep 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan320
Battery leakage tests, noting that surface leakage is negligible but internal leakage may be an issue.24th Jan 1919Box 49 \ 5  Scan321
Report detailing cell discharge rates and results in a tabular format.24th Jan 1919Box 49 \ 5  Scan322
Notification about the change in designation for the standard Chloride battery cell.23th Sep 1921Box 49 \ 5  Scan323
Arranging a conference to discuss faulty Exide batteries.6th Oct 1932Box 49 \ 5  Scan324
Graph chart recording a battery efficiency test.28th Jan 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan325


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