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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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Test report on B.G. radio screened spark plugs for the Kestrel engine.1st Jul 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan042
Conclusion of a test on spark plug erosion and insulation breakdown.1st Jul 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan043
Photograph of an assembled and disassembled spark plug elbow connector.1st Jul 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan044
The testing and performance of 14mm spark plugs in various vehicles.1st Jul 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan045
Photographic print showing a top-down view of seven spark plugs in a row.1st Jul 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan046
Photograph displaying seven different models of Lodge spark plugs.4th Jul 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan047
Advantages of using 14 MM sparking plugs over the standard 18 MM plugs.4th Jul 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan048
Series of tests to determine the optimal sparking plug gap to overcome engine misfiring.22th Jun 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan049
Letter to La Bougie B.G. regarding the testing of their sparkling plugs on a Kestrel engine.15th Jul 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan050
New Siemens sparking plugs made of aluminium oxide and their suitability for car engines.9th Dec 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan051
Declining interest in Siemens sparking plugs in favour of the British made ones currently in use.12th Dec 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan052
Siemens sparking plugs sent for technical evaluation, not as a substitute, with a request for their return.13th Dec 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan053
The return of Siemens sparking plugs and related descriptive literature.15th Dec 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan054
Despatch note for three Siemens Sparking Plugs to be sent to Col. Fell at Sales.15th Dec 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan055
Acknowledging the receipt of literature and sample Siemens sparking plugs.16th Dec 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan056
History, development, and testing of Wizard Sparking Plugs.2nd Oct 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan057
Wizard sparking plug's performance with leaded versus undoped fuels and its high altitude limitations.2nd Oct 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan058
Wizard sparking plugs, quoting a letter from the makers about Air Ministry approval and an inquiry for testing on a Buzzard engine.12th Oct 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan059
Letter to the Air Ministry requesting clarification on sparking plug electrode erosion.24th Oct 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan060
Letter to the Air Ministry chasing a reply to a previous correspondence.7th Nov 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan061
Letter from the Air Ministry discussing the rate of erosion in low versus high voltage spark plug gaps.8th Nov 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan062
Inquiry regarding a previous request concerning Wizard Sparking Plugs, Limited.8th Nov 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan063
Correspondence regarding an agreement between Wizard Sparking Plugs Ltd. and K.L.G.Co.9th Nov 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan064
Request to Mr. Jaques of the A.I.D. for a copy of the 'sparking plug test specification E.E.141'.21th Nov 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan065
Letter to the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding sparking plug testing and the effects of leaded fuel.13th Dec 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan066
Letter discussing issues with CIS E12S B.T.H. Magnetos and the testing of Phosphor Bronze braided ignition cables.29th Dec 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan067
Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment discussing sparking plug specifications and the effects of tetra-ethyl lead fuel.29th Dec 1933Box 58 \ 2  Scan068
Letter discussing the discolouration of mica insulation and ongoing flight tests of phosphor bronze braided ignition cable.20th Jan 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan069
Transfer of various redundant sparking plugs to the A.M. Bond.20th Jan 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan070
The disposal of redundant sparking plugs used for the Schneider Trophy R engine.20th Jan 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan071
Request to obtain the patent specifications for B.G. sparking plugs.26th Jan 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan072
Tests conducted on Siemens sparking plugs with 'Sinterkorund' ceramic insulators.3rd May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan073
The physical properties, construction, and leakage tests of Sinterkorund sparking plugs.3rd May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan074
Gas leakage and pre-ignition tests on various spark plugs.3rd May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan075
Pre-ignition limits and subsequent gas leakage tests on various spark plugs.3rd May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan076
Engine and temperature tests on 'Sinterkorund' insulated sparking plugs, including conclusions on performance and deterioration.3rd May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan077
Engine test and the properties of a ceramic material for aero plugs.1st Mar 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan078
Report appendix comparing the properties of a new ceramic insulating material, 'Sinterkorund', for sparking plugs.1st Mar 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan079
Diagram and specification sheet for a Siemens Sinterkorund Insulated Spark Plug, Type A.G. 30.15th Feb 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan080
Cross-section diagram of a patented 'CF' spark plug.12th Nov 1931Box 58 \ 2  Scan081
Description of the C.F. spark plug, patented by Dott. Ing. A. Tebaldi.12th Nov 1931Box 58 \ 2  Scan082
In Italian describing the features and results of the C.F. spark plug.8th Mar 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan083
Request to order a small vice for the sparking plug test bench.8th Mar 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan084
Internal order request for a Record Vice for the Sparking Plug Test Bench.1st Mar 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan085
Testing procedures for taper screwed sparking plug inserts in a Bentley aluminium cylinder head.23th Mar 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan086
Report from tester Henniker regarding issues with sparking plug screens and exhaust pipes on a Short Monoplane R24/31.7th Apr 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan087
Copy of a report from a tester regarding a delay in fitting new sparking plugs to a Short Monoplane R24/31.11th Apr 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan088
The potential testing of miniature 10mm sparking plugs for cylinder design.23th Apr 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan089
Letter to Messrs. Bosch Ltd. requesting a list of aero engine detachable spark plugs for testing purposes.27th Apr 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan090
Letter from Bosch Limited clarifying the required thread size for aero sparking plugs.1st May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan091
Letter to Messrs. Bosch Ltd. clarifying sparking plug thread and reach specifications.2nd May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan092
Request to obtain a sample 18 m/m sparking plug from G.M.S. Plugs Limited.8th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan093
Letter from Bosch Limited acknowledging a query about Aero Plugs.8th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan094
Mechanical weakness of miniature sparking plugs smaller than 14mm.10th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan095
Letter from G.M.S Plugs Ltd. regarding the supply of an 18 m.m. G.M.S. Plug for testing.10th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan096
Ministry's instructions for the type testing of sparking plugs.31th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan097
Translation of a patent description for C.F. Sparking Plugs by Dr. A. Tebaldi.31th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan098
Description of a self-regulating C.F. sparking-plug, detailing its operation based on thermal expansion and its advantages.28th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan099
Inquiry sent to Major Carington of K.L.G. Sparking Plugs regarding a novel Italian-made spark plug.28th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan100
Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs discussing various spark plug designs and requesting breakdown voltage test results.30th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan101
Letter from K.L.G. Sparking Plugs regarding the development and upcoming samples of V.7/2 plugs.30th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan102
Letter concerning the testing and comparison of different sparking plugs.31th May 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan103
Requesting a copy of the R.D.E. Specification for sparking plug type-tests.1st Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan104
Specification and schedule of tests for 18 mm type sparking plugs for aero engines.1st Apr 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan105
Specifications for aero engine sparking plugs, including bodies and gland nuts.1st Apr 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan106
Specification for sparking plug components, markings, and testing procedures.1st Apr 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan107
Specifications and testing procedures for spark plugs, including gap setting, mechanical tests, and gas leakage.1st Apr 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan108
Specification and testing procedures for sparking plugs, covering electrical and engine tests.1st Apr 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan109
Acceptance test procedures and requirements for subsequent production sparking plugs.1st Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan110
Letter from Bosch Limited responding to an enquiry about aero plugs and requesting further engine details.1st Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan111
Letter to Bosch Ltd. clarifying the specifications for detachable plugs, referencing a similar K.L.G. plug.2nd Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan112
Follow-up letter from Wilson & Moore (M/c.) Ltd. regarding a 'Chamber-Quartz' sparking plug.4th Jun 1924Box 58 \ 2  Scan113
Letter rejecting a sample sparking plug due to design flaws with its 'Quartz' insulator.7th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan114
Attached letter about plugs.8th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan115
Correspondence regarding flight investigations into spark plugs for Kestrel engines in Osprey aircraft.6th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan116
Résumé of the development of various sparking plugs for new aero engines.8th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan117
Spark plug options and testing for Goshawk, P.V.12, and Kestrel VI engines.8th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan118
Letter from Wilson & Moore Ltd. responding to feedback on a sample Quartz-Chamber plug.11th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan119
Request to arrange the return of a loaned Quartz Chamber sparking plug to Messrs. Wilson & Moore Ltd.12th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan120
Asking for a decision regarding sparking plugs to circulate information to outside men.15th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan121
Attached letter from Mr. Emtage about the V.9/1 plug.15th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan122
Letter from the Air Ministry discussing alternative spark plugs for the Kestrel engine.11th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan123
The correct type of sparking plugs for various Kestrel engines.19th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan124
The suitability of K.L.G. V7/1 sparking plugs for Kestrel S engines and suggesting Lodge A2/2 plugs as an alternative.20th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan125
Cover letter regarding a translated report on experiments conducted on a patented plug.20th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan126
Translated letter from A. Tebaldi of Milan concerning thermodynamic tests on sparkling plugs and a vacuum pump coupling plan.14th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan127
Tests carried out on C.F. sparking plug electrodes to determine the variation of the transmission coefficient.14th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan128
Page 2 of a report detailing heat transfer calculations using a calorimeter.14th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan129
Page 3 of a report detailing heat transfer and conductivity calculations for a calorimeter experiment.14th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan130
Experiment measuring the coefficient of heat transmission through copper rods under varying pressures, including a formula and a graph of results.14th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan131
Report page detailing the results of experiments on the heat transmission coefficients of sparking plugs.14th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan132
Report from F.I.M.A.C. Milano on spark plug performance, detailing conductivity, temperature, and material deformation.14th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan133
Page from a report by F.I.M.A.C. MILANO concerning temperature, spark, and wear.27th Jan 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan134
Schematic of a calorimeter for measuring the heat transfer coefficient of a spark plug.27th Jan 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan135
Diagram of a calorimeter used for measuring the coefficient of thermal transmission between two copper rods.27th Jan 1932Box 58 \ 2  Scan136
Letter from Bosch Limited regarding a request for a K.L.G. type 744 spark plug, asking for its required characteristics for engine testing.21th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan137
Page 2 of a letter from a Bosch Limited Director regarding meeting requirements.21th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan138
Clearance issue with Bentley ignition plugs fouling distributor leads and causing a potential short circuit.22th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan139
Note arranging the supply of a set of sparking plugs to Moseley.22th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan140
Letter to Bosch Ltd. discussing the difficulty of specifying suitable spark plug characteristics for engines.23th Jun 1934Box 58 \ 2  Scan141


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