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Le Carbone brushes and pigtail conductors for the Goshawk Dynamo.12th Jun 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan076
Instructions regarding re-moulded commutators for G II dynamos using various powders.19th Jun 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan077
Requesting an update on the testing of moulded commutators and approval for quantity manufacturing.20th Jun 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan078
Letter from Le Carbone regarding a Carbon Brush List and curves.20th Jun 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan079
Page 2 of a letter regarding a Data Form, enclosing a Carbon Brush List and Set of Curves.20th Jun 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan080
Bursting tests for moulded Goshawk commutators compared to orthodox mica and steel types.21th Jun 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan081
Delivery of a Goshawk car to Mr. Royce, noting a broken dynamo and the loan of a spare battery.30th Jun 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan082
Bursting tests conducted on moulded commutators at high speeds and temperatures.3rd Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan083
The temperature testing of commutators made from various materials like Elo, Mouldensite, and Bakelite.3rd Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan084
Test report on various moulding materials, detailing test conditions, results, and remarks.3rd Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan085
The testing of commutators, comparing different powders and segment shapes.3rd Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan086
The testing of gunmetal commutators, including proposed future tests using solder to indicate temperature.3rd Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan087
Delay in completing a generator and ongoing experiments with commutators for the 4-Goshawk-11.1st Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan088
Cover letter to Messrs. Le Carbone regarding a completed Data Form.10th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan089
Modifications to the armature winding of a Goshawk 11 generator.11th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan090
The results of bursting tests for moulded commutators, comparing mouldensite and Elo powder materials.13th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan091
The completion of tests for moulding a commutator and a proposal for further trials.13th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan092
Test report comparing the performance of different moulding materials under speed and temperature stress.13th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan093
Test report detailing the results of speed and temperature tests on Bakelite and Mouldensite moulding materials.13th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan094
Proposal for the design and testing of a Goshawk dynamo and starter motor.14th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan095
Letter from 'Le Carbone' discussing the suitability of their 'Z' and 'EG30' carbon grades and offering a sample for testing.15th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan096
Viability of using a moulded commutator, focusing on material stability under heat.15th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan097
Performance of starter motor commutators with improved dimensions and materials.15th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan098
Suitability of different grades of brushes from supplier Le Carbone for the Goshawk Dynamo.17th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan099
Letter to Messrs. Le Carbone regarding the trial of E.G.30 and Z grade brushes.17th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan100
Clarifying the supplier and commercial position of Mouldensite powder for moulded commutators.18th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan101
Letter from Le Carbone confirming an accepted offer to supply samples of grade 'EG30' brushes for trial.18th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan102
Experiments on moulded commutators using asbestos fibre and a commercial report on Mouldensite powder.18th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan103
The source of supply and manufacturing details for Mouldensite powder.19th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan104
Competitor, Pinchin Johnson & Co., starting production of a similar powder.19th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan105
Cover memo attaching a letter from Le Carbone Company concerning dynamo brushes.19th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan106
The investigation and repair of a faulty dynamo for a No.4 Goshawk engine.19th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan107
Note on the manufacturing process of commutators, specifically the settling of plates and the importance of using sufficient heat and pressure.19th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan108
Desired qualities of dynamo brushes, including resistance, wear, and issues with different makes.19th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan109
Confirming an agreement to make moulded test pieces from various powders to test for deterioration and shrinkage of commutator materials.20th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan110
Letter to a supplier rejecting sample brushes and requesting a recommendation for a new brush grade based on specific machine particulars.20th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan111
Letter discussing generator brush arms and requesting recommendations on the brush grade for a new design.22th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan112
Letter from The Morgan Crucible Company Limited discussing the trial results of different grades of brushes.22th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan113
Technical data sheet from The Morgan Crucible Company, Ltd. detailing properties of electrical grades EG2 and EG0.24th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan114
Proposal for trials and ordering of Morganite brushes for the Goshawk Dynamo.24th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan115
Quality and supply issues of brushes for the Goshawk Dynamo.24th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan116
Proposal to fit Morganite brushes on an experimental car's dynamo, comparing their insulation to Le Carbone's.24th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan117
Comparison table of material properties for Le Carbone and Morganite grades.24th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan118
Letter from The Morgan Crucible Company regarding trials of Link EG0 and Link EG2 brushes.26th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan119
Letter from The Morgan Crucible Company Ltd regarding a covering order for trial grades.27th Jul 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan120
The delivery of asbestos-filled Mouldensite samples.8th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan121
Properties and potential use of Mouldensite moulding powder with an asbestos filler for dynamo commutators.9th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan122
Recommending Le Carbon brushes over Morganite brushes for dynamos.12th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan123
Recommending the investigation and use of Bakelite moulded commutators as a more economical alternative to mica.12th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan124
Letter from Le Carbone regarding the dispatch of coppered carbon brushes for trial.14th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan125
Inquiry about the successful manufacture of moulded bakelite commutators in the U.S.A. and the specific grade of bakelite powder used.14th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan126
Supply issues with supplier Le Carbone regarding incorrectly sized glass bead insulation for carbon brushes.15th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan127
Potential overheating concerns raised by Le Carbone for brushes D.50736 & D.50761 due to a reduced flexible diameter.29th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan128
Confirming the approval of a reduced size flexible for Goshawk Dynamo Brushes.30th Aug 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan129
That the brush springs for the Goshawk motor and dynamo are too strong and proposing new tension limits for the manufacturer.1st Sep 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan130
Test results log for various moulding materials under speed and temperature stress.29th Jun 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan131
Test log for commutators, detailing results of baking, insulation, and material tests.22th Mar 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan132
Enquiry from a representative of Messrs. Le Carbone Co. regarding a report on Carbon Brushes E.G.30 Grade.13th Sep 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan133
Testing status of Goshawk dynamo brushes from the Le Carbon Company.18th Sep 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan134
Attached documents from the General Bakelite Co. of America for experimental work on Bakelite Moulded Commutators.21th Sep 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan135
Goshawk dynamo brushes being too slack in their holders.30th Oct 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan136
Highlighting the inconsistent width of Le Carbone dynamo brushes and requesting an investigation.11th Nov 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan137
Correspondence regarding out-of-spec Dynamo Brushes for the Goshawk 11 engine.13th Nov 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan138
Chasing an unfulfilled order for Morganite brushes for the Goshawk dynamo.1st Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan139
Follow-up letter from Le Carbone regarding the test results of carbon brushes.1st Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan140
Extracts from a paper on the properties and performance of carbon brushes.2nd Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan141
Technical notes on terminals, rings, and brush materials for electrical components.2nd Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan142
Summary of findings on commutator and brush performance issues from various contributors.12th Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan143
Faults, such as brush sparking, with the Brush & Commutator System on the Goshawk Dynamo.12th Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan144
Continued memorandum discussing issues with dynamo control brushes during production testing.12th Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan145
Letter from Le Carbone regarding sending samples of 'EG30' and 'EG60' grade control brushes.21th Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan146
Letter to Messrs. Le Carbone regarding testing different grades of control brushes for a small dynamo.22th Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan147
Letter from Le Carbone regarding testing samples and a control brush.23th Dec 1922Box 50 \ 5  Scan148
The progress of improvements to the Goshawk dynamo brushes and holders.16th Jan 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan149
Letter from Le Carbone confirming the dispatch of carbon brush samples.18th Jan 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan150
Acknowledgement of receipt of four sample brushes for testing.19th Jan 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan151
Letter from insulation specialists H.E. Ashdown (Birmingham) Ltd. offering to supply Mica Commutator Rings.28th Jan 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan152
Supply of Goshawk dynamo commutator rings and a strategy for price negotiation.30th Jan 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan153
Letter responding to a telegram about sticking dynamo brushes on a generator.20th Feb 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan154
The removal of coppering from Goshawk 11 dynamo brushes.23th Feb 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan155
Issues and proposed solutions for the Goshawk II engine's electrical equipment, including the ignition and dynamo.7th Mar 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan156
Failures of ignition contact and dynamo brushes for 4-GII electrical equipment.26th Mar 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan157
Dynamo testing, detailing issues with contact sparking and the methodology for varying brush positions.26th Mar 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan158
Continued discussion on testing for mechanical wear, experimenting with softer brushes, and commutator design.26th Mar 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan159
Supply issues with Carbon Brushes for the 20-HP Chassis and testing an alternative supplier.6th Apr 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan160
Investigations into reducing brush sparking on the Goshawk Dynamo and developing a new vibrator regulator.6th Apr 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan161
Order for dynamo brushes for a 20 HP engine, comparing Morganite and Le Carbone types.1st Apr 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan162
The mechanical wear of dynamo brushes from a Goshawk dynamo.16th Apr 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan163
Telegram requesting two sets of Goshawk dynamo brushes.20th Sep 1918Box 50 \ 5  Scan164
Instruction sheet detailing the optimal main brush position for Goshawk dynamos.30th Apr 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan165
Alteration to the main brush position on the Goshawk dynamo based on performance tests.30th Apr 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan166
Instructions for setting the main brush movement and retard range on an E.A.C. dynamo.30th Apr 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan167
Further tests and comparisons of three different Goshawk dynamo designs.30th Apr 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan168
Status of brush material tests and upcoming tests on various dynamos and vibrator regulators.30th Apr 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan169
Instruction regarding an alteration to the position of the main brushes for the Goshawk Dynamo.2nd May 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan170
Standardisation sheet for the Goshawk dynamo brush position alteration.2nd May 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan171
Performance graph showing the results of main-brush position tests on a Goshawk dynamo.11th Jan 1937Box 50 \ 5  Scan172
The results of dynamo tests concerning the Goshawk dynamo brush position.3rd May 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan173
The performance curves and tests of various Goshawk dynamo configurations.3rd May 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan174
140 turn 20 SWG field winding, comparing its performance curves against the standard winding.3rd May 1923Box 50 \ 5  Scan175


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