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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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The Goshawk II governor drive, detailing angular movements, ranges and spring settings.28th Mar 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan227
Automatic advance ignition for the Goshawk 11 engine, discussing production and specifications.1st Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan228
Extract from a note discussing automatic advance for battery ignition and a related disagreement.13th Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan229
Engine advance curves and modifications to the Goshawk governor.13th Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan230
Technical memorandum discussing ignition advance curves and production alterations for the Goshawk II engine governor.20th Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan231
Ignition modification, governor start speed, and a request for figures from Mr. Hives.20th Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan232
List of reported failures and required standards for various components of the Goshawk II.25th Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan233
Extract concerning the Goshawk II engine's starter switch, ignition, and high tension rotor.28th Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan234
Blueprint with calculations and diagrams for the Goshawk II engine governor mechanism.28th Apr 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan235
Instruction to supply Hoffmann Ball Bearings for the 'Goshawk I' Governor Drive experiment.20th Sep 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan236
Graph showing characteristic curves for the Goshawk automatic ignition advance governor.12th Mar 1923Box 51 \ 5  Scan237
Production inspection, adjustment, and test procedure for the Goshawk ignition distributor and contact breaker.12th Mar 1923Box 51 \ 5  Scan238
Page detailing testing procedures for contact spring tension and distributor high tension rotor insulation.12th Mar 1923Box 51 \ 5  Scan239
Procedure for the mechanical testing of a governor, including advance-speed characteristics.12th Mar 1923Box 51 \ 5  Scan240
Instructions on altering the spring set for the weights if speed limits are not met.28th Mar 1923Box 51 \ 5  Scan241
The ignition timing range for a Goshawk engine on a 49-GB car.28th Mar 1923Box 51 \ 5  Scan242
Updated specification for the production test of the ignition governor.22th Jun 1923Box 51 \ 5  Scan243
Suggestion to increase the automatic ignition advance on the 20HP model to reduce the risk of detonation.14th Jul 1927Box 51 \ 5  Scan244
Graph of required ignition advance curves (maximum and minimum) versus engine speed for the 20 HP engine.27th Sep 1924Box 51 \ 5  Scan245
The ignition advance curves required for a 20 HP engine.3rd Feb 1922Box 51 \ 5  Scan246
Ignition control settings and timing comparison for a high compression 25 HP car engine.6th Feb 1930Box 51 \ 5  Scan247
Magneto ignition timing, range of advance, and detonation issues at different speeds.6th Feb 1930Box 51 \ 5  Scan248
Ignition timing alterations for the high compression 20-25 HP car.16th Apr 1930Box 51 \ 5  Scan249
Alteration to the ignition timing leverage on high compression 20/25 HP cars.3rd May 1930Box 51 \ 5  Scan250
Issues with the recommended ignition timing settings for the 20/25 HP high compression car.3rd May 1930Box 51 \ 5  Scan251
Ignition timing adjustments for high compression 20/25 HP cars.5th May 1930Box 51 \ 5  Scan252
Continued memorandum discussing the difficulty of having no automatic control on magneto ignition.5th May 1930Box 51 \ 5  Scan253
Ignition timing settings for the high compression 20/25 HP car.12th May 1930Box 51 \ 5  Scan254
Timing diagram for a 20/25 HP engine with a 5.25:1 compression ratio, showing battery and magneto ignition advance.12th May 1931Box 51 \ 5  Scan255
10,000-mile test car to determine the optimal ignition timing on Ticknall Hill.26th Oct 1931Box 51 \ 5  Scan256
Graph of ignition governor advance curves for the GOS. C.5 engine.26th Oct 1931Box 51 \ 5  Scan257
Internal request to order 200 Indicator diagram cards from The Crosby Valve & Engineering Co. Ltd.1st Jul 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan001
Letter from Crosby Valve & Engineering Co. regarding Crosby Indicators and enclosing pamphlet L.1205.4th Apr 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan002
Page two of a letter from Crosby Valve & Engineering regarding stock availability.4th Apr 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan003
Two-page pamphlet describing Amsler's Planimeters and Crosby Indicators, including models, features, purpose, and pricing.1st Sep 1926Box 52 \ 1  Scan004
Blueprint detailing a modification to a Crosby Indicator for use with hydraulics.7th Jan 1933Box 52 \ 1  Scan005
Blueprint showing modifications to a Crosby hydraulic indicator.8th May 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan006
Urgent internal memo requesting a catalogue for a Crosby Indicator.4th Apr 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan007
Letter from the London Midland and Scottish Railway Company regarding the loan of a locomotive indicator.13th Apr 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan008
Urgent internal memo requesting the purchase of specially prepared indicator cards.19th May 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan009
Modification of a Crosby steam engine indicator to measure hydraulic shock absorber pressures.18th Jun 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan010
Summary of test results comparing pressure velocity dampers with standard dampers.18th Jun 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan011
Vehicle suspension testing, concerning low-speed valves, shock absorbers, and axle movements.18th Jun 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan012
Comparison table of rear hydraulic shock damper characteristics for viscosity loading and standard dampers.1st Jun 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan013
Tests to determine the effect of temperature rise on the behaviour of hydraulic dampers.1st Jun 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan014
The second series of tests on a hydraulic damper, detailing the behaviour of staggered orifices under temperature variation.1st Jun 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan015
Damper performance tests, summarising results and proposing design improvements.1st Jun 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan016
Blueprint showing two graphs of standard damper performance variation with temperature at high and low pressures.1st Jun 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan017
Blueprint showing graphs and diagrams analyzing the variation in performance of a staggered orifice system caused by temperature changes.1st Jun 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan018
Graphs showing the variation of reduced diameter restrictions with oil temperature.28th Aug 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan019
Arranging to test two steam indicators from vehicle 66-YC.28th Aug 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan020
Pair of steam indicators and a list of discussion points for an upcoming meeting.4th Sep 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan021
Confirming the receipt of two steam engine indicators for a shock absorber rig.1st Sep 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan022
Letter from the London Midland and Scottish Railway Company requesting the return of a loaned steam engine indicator.7th Mar 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan023
Arranging the return of a loaned Crosby Steam Indicator to the London Midland & Scottish Railway Company.13th Mar 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan024
Visit from William C. Werry, an inventor of a new type of petrol engine.21th Mar 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan025
Newspaper extract from the 'Westminster Gazette' about a new engine claiming to be the mightiest in the world.1st Sep 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan026
Letter to W.C. Werry regarding his petrol engine invention, requesting drawings or a model for assessment.22th Mar 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan027
Confirming direct communication with Mr. William C. Werry.22th Mar 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan028
Letter from engineer William C. Werry arranging a demonstration of his high-speed motor engine installed in a motorcycle.23th Mar 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan029
Letter declining a demonstration of a motor-cycle engine but requesting performance data and mechanical construction details.26th Mar 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan030
High cost of Bosch sparking plugs and recommending a sample be ordered before committing to a larger quantity.2nd Nov 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan031
The arrangement to obtain Bosch sparking plugs for experimental testing.6th Nov 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan032
Progress and necessary improvements for the battery ignition system design.8th Dec 1919Box 52 \ 1  Scan033
Westinghouse's electrical work, sales figures, and the various uses of Bakelite-Micarta in automotive and naval applications.21th Dec 1920Box 52 \ 1  Scan034
Comparing high-tension wiring cables from two different suppliers for the Goshawk engine.9th Dec 1922Box 52 \ 1  Scan035
Extract detailing a proposal for separating H.T. wiring for magneto and battery ignition systems to improve reliability.19th Jan 1923Box 52 \ 1  Scan036
Routing of the H.T. wire for the Goshawk II standby magneto ignition system and the design of a changeover switch.21th Jul 1923Box 52 \ 1  Scan037
The dispatch of design schemes for ignition wiring, torque reaction dampers, and a modified wheel case for the 40/50 chassis.13th Oct 1923Box 52 \ 1  Scan038
Secret memo discussing the manufacturing process for a bakelite moulding for ignition wiring.27th Nov 1924Box 52 \ 1  Scan039
Proposed straight moulded ignition wire tube, referencing drawing No. LeC.1986 and seeking approval from Mr. Royce.22th Jan 1925Box 52 \ 1  Scan040
Instructions for tests on static induction effects with high-tension wiring in an insulating tube.12th Feb 1925Box 52 \ 1  Scan041
The observed effect of earthing one set of ignition wires.27th Aug 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan042
Instruction sheet and report on testing magneto and battery ignition spark gaps.29th Jun 1920Box 52 \ 1  Scan043
Instruction sheet detailing a test on spark gap distances and the effects of induced sparks.28th Sep 1920Box 52 \ 1  Scan044
Instructions for tests on static induction effects with a metal tube on ignition wires.19th Feb 1925Box 52 \ 1  Scan045
Test report comparing induced spark lengths from magneto wires versus battery wire terminals.20th Jun 1920Box 52 \ 1  Scan046
Instructions and test results for induced spark lengths with battery and magneto wires.29th Jun 1920Box 52 \ 1  Scan047
Instructions detailing an investigation into ignition spark characteristics with a condenser and an earthed tube.29th Sep 1920Box 52 \ 1  Scan048
Instructions detailing tests on H.T. spark intensity and recommending the use of earthed metal tubes.26th Feb 1925Box 52 \ 1  Scan049
Investigation into the static induction effect on high-tension wires due to the synchronism of battery and magneto ignition sparks.26th Feb 1925Box 52 \ 1  Scan050
Instruction sheet detailing observations on induced sparking across ignition system gaps under different conditions.29th Jun 1920Box 52 \ 1  Scan051
Instructions and observations from a test on battery ignition polarity and spark gaps.28th Jun 1920Box 52 \ 1  Scan052
Instructions regarding an undesirable induced effect in an engine's dual ignition system.20th May 1920Box 52 \ 1  Scan053
High voltage tests comparing Maconite H.T. and Glover's ignition cables.7th Jun 1926Box 52 \ 1  Scan054
Instruction to test new wire samples and report back on the findings, noting that the black enamelled version seems better.7th Jan 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan055
From EFC forwarding an assistant's report on wires and confirming their suitability for a Mr. Brock.26th Jan 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan056
Instruction regarding the examination of wire samples from British Insulated Wires for potential use in ignition coils.26th Jan 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan057
Ignition misfiring issue caused by the proximity of high and low tension wires.8th Aug 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan058
Request to renew H.T. and L.T. wires on vehicle 8-EX due to perished rubber and a mysterious misfire.14th Nov 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan059
Request to compare a sample of High Tension Ignition Cable from a new supplier against an existing one.28th Nov 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan060
Comparative tests and costs of H.T. ignition cables from suppliers Glover, Maconite, and Helsby.8th Dec 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan061
Laboratory report on comparative tests between Maconite and Glover H.T. ignition wires.8th Dec 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan062
Durability of standard H.T. ignition cables and considering a superior experimental alternative.8th Dec 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan063
Letter from an electrical wire supplier regarding cracking issues with H.T. Ignition Wire.9th Dec 1927Box 52 \ 1  Scan064
Follow-up memo requesting remarks on the subject of H.T. Ignition Cable.5th Jan 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan065
Failure of H.T. Ignition Cables due to heat and the need for a more durable replacement.7th Jan 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan066
Comparing prices for 'Maconite' and 'Glover's' H.T. ignition cables.24th Jan 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan067
Follow-up memo requesting a report on the testing of H.T. Ignition Cables.2nd Feb 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan068
Letter of complaint to a supplier regarding the poor quality of a recently delivered High Tension Cable.1st May 1928Box 52 \ 1  Scan069


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