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The functionality of an auto switch and its relationship to battery charging and voltage.9th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan259
Battery charging systems, vibrator regulators, and an auto switch.9th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan260
Continued report on resistance winding and auto switches for experimental cars.1st Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan261
Wiring diagram for a distribution board with a cut out and auto switch.1st Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan262
Wiring diagram showing winding directions and connections of auto-switch units.4th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan263
Letter discussing battery performance issues related to temperature and discrepancies in the woodwork of experimental battery containers.10th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan264
Continued internal memo discussing design constraints and accessibility issues for sheet metal battery boxes.13th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan265
Requesting experiments on partial temperature compensation for an auto charge control switch using Eureka resistance wire.13th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan266
Wiring diagram for the connections of an Auto-Charge Control Switch for units A & B.9th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan267
List detailing various Auto Charge Control Switch Units, their specifications, and locations.14th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan268
Further points on the auto charge control switch, specifically the addition of an extra coil for protection.15th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan269
Analysis of the auto switch and dynamo, considering additional protection via a fourth wire and the effects of temperature on the system.15th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan270
Temperature compensation methods for an auto switch and the use of a series coil.15th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan271
Improving the temperature compensation of the main shunt coil for an auto switch.18th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan272
Modification of a battery charge controller to suit a 6-volt American system.18th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan273
Issues with an automatic charge control device and proposing simpler, driver-operated alternatives.22th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan274
Auto lighting plants, specifically a permanent magnet instrument and an alternative scheme.21th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan275
Mathematical analysis of auto switch shunt coil heating.21th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan276
Page of a technical analysis involving mathematical equations and variables.21th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan277
Calculating and adjusting the maximum current for a switch based on specific variables.22th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan278
Request for parts to conduct further tests on a battery charge controller.22th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan279
Letter from the Springfield, Mass. office to the Derby, England office regarding an auto charge control switch.28th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan280
Experimental record sheet for an Auto Charge Reducing Switch, tracking mileage, tests, and modifications.19th Apr 1926Box 59 \ 1  Scan281
Electrical experimental record sheet for mileage testing of an Auto-switch B (II).8th Dec 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan282
Experimental record sheet for a Dynamo Output Controller.19th Apr 1926Box 59 \ 1  Scan283
Alteration instructions for rewinding coils on a U.S.A. Battery Charge Controller.15th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan284
Particulars of windings for the green lamp scheme and the auto charge control switch for 12-volt systems.16th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan285
Requesting the modification of a U.S.A. auto switch using a new series Eureka winding.29th Feb 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan286
Improvements to the auto charge control switch and its application to the green lamp scheme.2nd Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan287
Technical discussion on modifying switchboxes and comparing the 'green lamp scheme' against the 'auto switch' for fault indication.1st Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan288
Page 3 of a document discussing the complication of adding an extra terminal and wire for a dynamo's field coil.1st Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan289
Extract from a letter from Mr. Minchin discussing the design of an auto-switch.20th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan290
Comparison of the 'Auto Charge Control Switch' and the 'Green Lamp Scheme' for vehicle charging systems.29th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan291
Comparison of the functionality and reliability of an auto switch versus a green lamp unit and a cutout system.29th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan292
Comparison between a green indicator lamp and an auto switch for the dynamo charging system.29th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan293
Final arrangement of a 12-volt auto charge control switch and its benefits.29th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan294
9000-mile test report on a Phantom chassis concerning its experimental automatic charge control switch and electrical system.7th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan295
The hold on winding preparations for a U.S.A. auto switch, pending revised specifications.30th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan296
Complaints and proposed solutions for the Dynamo-Battery System.30th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan297
Modifications to the charging system and arrangements for the 10,000-mile chassis 12-EX.30th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan298
Continued discussion on proposed electrical system modifications, including switches and indicating lamps.30th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan299
Potential fault with the green lamp operating switch in the dynamo-battery circuit and ongoing tests.30th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan300
Temperature compensation for auto charge control switch units and an associated indicator lamp.30th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan301
Comparison of the reliability and failure modes of an auto charge control switch versus a green lamp scheme.30th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan302
Page explaining the indications of a dynamo-battery circuit and warning of potential damage.30th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan303
Use of parts from an auto charge control switch and requesting a new unit for experiments.30th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan304
Revised particulars for the windings of a U.S.A. auto switch.31th Mar 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan305
Internal inquiry regarding the delivery date for an Auto Charge Switch for Springfield.2nd Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan306
The winding specifications for an auto switch for the U.S.A. market.4th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan307
Explaining the delay in the supply of a U.S.A. Auto Switch due to a temperature compensation improvement.4th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan308
Confirming an arrangement to produce a 12-volt auto charge control switch and modify a U.S.A. switch.5th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan309
Note regarding a dynamo charging issue with an auto charge control switch.5th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan310
Table of final windings for the green lamp switch and auto charge control switch.14th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan311
Confirming the supply of 24 S.W.G. D.C.C. Manganin wire as a replacement for Eureka wire for the auto charge control switch.17th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan312
Notes regarding the wiring and design of an Auto Switch and Green Lamp Switch.17th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan313
Failure of a car lighting charge control device and the decision against its implementation.18th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan314
List of different auto charge control and green lamp switch units, with remarks and locations.20th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan315
Instruction sheet detailing the electrical resistance and voltage settings for a U.S.A. Auto Switch.23th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan316
Requesting to put work on an auto charge control switch unit on hold, as per Mr. Royce's request.23th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan317
Instructions for the removal of the auto charge control switch from chassis 14-EX.30th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan318
Design and shipment of an auto charge control switch for a 6-volt system.30th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan319
Specifications for an operating circuit and switch settings under hot and cold conditions.30th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan320
Installation and adjustment notes for a U.S.A. Auto Switch.30th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan321
Wiring diagram for the connections of an auto charge control switch.5th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan322
Attaching a blueprint diagram of connections for the auto charge control switch.1st May 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan323
Electrical experimental record sheet for an Auto-Switch F with brass winding cheeks.1st Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan324
Electrical experimental record sheet for a Dynamo Charge Auto-Switch.14th Jun 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan325
Clarifying the history and halting further development of the auto charge control switch.18th Apr 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan326
Table of approved windings for Green Lamp and Auto Charge Control switches.12th Jun 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan327
List of different types of auto charge control switch units, with remarks and locations.9th Jul 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan328
Road tests of green lamp and auto switch schemes to check the consistency of their settings.13th Jul 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan329
The performance of an auto switch (B), its operating voltages, adjustments, and road test behaviour.20th Jul 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan330
Providing first impressions on the auto-charge switch for model 364-FM.20th Jul 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan331
Cover note for attached notes on the technical development of the Auto Switch.9th Sep 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan332
The technical development of an automatic charge control switch, referencing previous experiments.9th Sep 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan333
The performance and correction of a long-period vibrator regulator and auto-switch system on experimental cars.9th Sep 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan334
Charging switch and vibrator regulator performance and modifications.15th Mar 1927Box 59 \ 1  Scan335
Continued discussion on refining a battery charging system, detailing modifications requested by Mr. Royce.27th Oct 1927Box 59 \ 1  Scan336
The effects of an auto switch and cutout on a dynamo's field circuit and charging current.27th Oct 1927Box 59 \ 1  Scan337
Modifications to a vibrator regulator and auto switch to prevent low-frequency vibration.11th Nov 1927Box 59 \ 1  Scan338
The development of an auto switch, detailing differences from the Midgley patents and subsequent improvements.9th Dec 1927Box 59 \ 1  Scan339
Page describing the improvement of an operating shunt coil in reducing erratic behaviour caused by voltage variations.28th Dec 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan340
Summary of operating voltages for temperature-compensated auto and green lamp switches.28th Dec 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan341
Test report on a car's electrical switch, detailing its closing voltage under warm and cold conditions.28th Dec 1928Box 59 \ 1  Scan342
Wiring diagram for an S.S. Distribution Board, incorporating an Auto Charge Control Switch.26th Feb 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan343
Design of a long type distribution board and its accompanying switchbox.25th Mar 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan344
Requirements for switchboxes to work with a long distribution box and auto switch unit.8th May 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan345
Test results for auto switches and green lamp switches after being run on cars.27th Jun 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan346
The performance and voltage settings of green lamp switches from cars 21-EX and 23-EX.27th Jun 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan347
Summary of operating voltage tests for temperature-compensated auto and green lamp switches.27th Jun 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan348
Test report on the performance and adjustments of a green lamp switch under various conditions and mileages.22th Apr 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan349
Patent specification cover page for an Auto-Switch.28th Jun 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan350
Evolution and arrangement of the S.S. Switchbox positions and functionality.8th Jul 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan351
Experimental auto switch and auto-charge control systems, and their potential installation on chassis 20-EX.11th Sep 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan352
The parts and blueprints for the 40/50 HP chassis auto charge control switch.11th Sep 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan353
Clarifying instructions for the auto charge control switch and associated switchboxes.9th Sep 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan354
Clarifying the process for issuing instructions to the Experimental Department for different sections.19th Sep 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan355
Request to order a 1-lb reel of copper wire for an auto charge control switch.28th Oct 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan356
Note confirming the receipt of three long distribution boards with auto switches, designated J, K & L.30th Nov 1929Box 59 \ 1  Scan357
Letter describing a new voltage-operated relay device for controlling the charging rate of car accumulators.29th Apr 1930Box 59 \ 1  Scan358


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