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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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Extract from Mr. Hancock's report on vehicle 23-EX after 5,000 miles, focusing on the dynamo.4th May 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan226
The arrangement and exposure of motor and dynamo terminals on Phantom and 20/25 HP models.14th May 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan227
Extract from Mr. Hancock's report on the dynamo of vehicle 23-EX after a 9,000-mile test.21th May 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan228
Investigation of a finer field winding on a 43 coil medium output type dynamo.21th May 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan229
Performance comparison report on a machine with finer winding versus a standard machine.1st Dec 1924Box 60 \ 1  Scan230
Request to modify a 48 coil armature dynamo by increasing the concentric air gap for testing purposes.26th May 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan231
Urging the production of two Phantom II high output 48 coil armature dynamos for further testing.26th May 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan232
Requesting to fit temperature indicating sentinels to Phantom dynamos during routine road tests.26th May 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan233
Handover of an experimental medium output dynamo for testing.28th May 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan234
Suggesting improvements to the protection of dynamo wiring, using flexible brass or metallic tubing.29th May 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan235
Instruction sheet detailing tests conducted on 40/50 dynamo brush noise.5th Jun 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan236
Instructions detailing experiments on commutator brushes and holders to reduce vibration and friction.8th Dec 1924Box 60 \ 1  Scan237
Instructions detailing a preliminary experiment on a special brush-holder and findings on commutator skimming to reduce brush noise.8th Dec 1924Box 60 \ 1  Scan238
Instruction sheet detailing tests on lubricated and graphitic brushes to reduce shrieking.25th Nov 1929Box 60 \ 1  Scan239
Instruction sheet detailing experiments with special holders, springs, and brushes.25th Nov 1929Box 60 \ 1  Scan240
Instructions for an investigation into a new grade of brush, spring pressure, and commutator surfaces to reduce noise.2nd Jun 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan241
Request to manufacture one dozen Dynamo Temperature Indicating Sentinels with a specific melting point.2nd Jun 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan242
Control brush position and output issues for 40-50 HP higher-output dynamos.2nd Jul 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan243
Issue with the output of 40/50 HP high output dynamos and arranging for a trial.3rd Jul 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan244
Requesting the skimming of a dynamo commutator due to noisy brushes and surface irregularity.7th Jul 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan245
Extract from C.W. Hancock's report on the dynamo output and condition on chassis 24-EX at 6,000 miles.20th Jul 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan246
Request to modify the armature connections for a Standard Phantom II dynamo.2nd Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan247
Requesting road and bench testing for a Dynamo IO.1M on chassis 23-EX.3rd Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan248
Extract from G.W. Hancock's report on the failure of a dynamo on vehicle 24-EX at 10,000 miles.15th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan249
Lamp specifications for car 24-EX and reporting a dynamo failure.19th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan250
Instructions regarding the failure and subsequent testing of a 48 Coil High Output Dynamo.25th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan251
Inspection report on a faulty machine detailing the cause of severe flashing.25th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan252
The investigation of commutator and armature issues causing charging failure and clicking noises.26th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan253
Failed 48 coil armature from dynamo 24-EX being sent for stripping and rewinding.26th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan254
Advising on the re-winding or replacement of a Phantom Dynamo armature for chassis 25-EX ahead of a 10,000-mile test.26th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan255
Explaining the cause of a dynamo armature failure on chassis 24-EX during a 10,000-mile test.26th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan256
Urging the completion of work on a 48 coil dynamo armature for vehicle 25-EX.29th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan257
Road test report on a 48 coil high output dynamo and reduced charge scheme.29th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan258
Instructions and observations from a test on dynamo output under different lamp loads.8th Dec 1924Box 60 \ 1  Scan259
Proposal for a new scheme to lubricate the dynamo on the Phantom II & 25 HP models.30th Aug 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan260
Comparing a quotation for sample carbon brushes from British Carbons with current prices.12th Sep 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan261
Standardisation of a 48 coil armature dynamo with pole piece modification for high output.18th Jun 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan262
Requesting a road test for a 48-coil high-output dynamo on the 24-EX experimental car.15th Sep 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan263
Specification sheet for standard carbon brushes used in various vehicle components and models.15th Sep 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan264
Electrical experimental record sheet logging mileage for a test on Morganite Brushes.20th Feb 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan265
Specifying the brush angle for a 40/50 48-coil high output dynamo and requesting production samples for testing.2nd Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan266
Requesting an explanation for electrical equipment failures on a left-hand chassis following a 10,000-mile test.6th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan267
The failure of a battery and dynamo following a 10,000-mile test on a 24-EX vehicle.6th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan268
Failure analysis report on a dynamo and cutout unit following a 10,000-mile test, continued on page 2.6th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan269
Request to arrange for the check-testing of 48-coil dynamos for 'N2b' Series and L.H.S.S. Chassis.7th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan270
Requesting to fit a 48 coil high output dynamo with special Morganite brushes to chassis 23-EX for testing.10th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan271
Modification of 56 coil armature dynamos into 48 coil high output machines.15th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan272
Request for two 48 coil armatures to replace existing 56 coil armatures for dynamo performance experiments.16th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan273
Performance comparison log for various dynamo models.19th Jun 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan274
Performance comparison table for various dynamo models based on a routine procedure.1st Apr 1927Box 60 \ 1  Scan275
Performance comparison table for various dynamos, based on a routine procedure.1st Apr 1927Box 60 \ 1  Scan276
Specification for the inspection and testing of a 40/50 HP high output dynamo with a 48 coil armature.25th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan277
Instructions for inspecting springs and testing dynamo insulation and brush bedding, continued on page 2.25th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan278
Instructions for checking and rectifying a noisy dynamo, including brush bedding and output testing procedures.25th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan279
Dynamo testing procedures, including running at speed, checking for vibration, and insulation testing.27th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan280
Inspection and test specification for a Phantom II high output dynamo with a 48 coil armature.27th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan281
The examination and bench testing of a 48 Coil High Output Dynamo, model I.O.I.M.29th Oct 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan282
The examination and testing of a 48 coil high output dynamo from chassis 23-EX after completing 18,674 miles.3rd Nov 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan283
Confirming the dispatch and completion of an order for various dynamo types.5th Nov 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan284
Replacement of field windings on a Phantom Dynamo S.S.X.2nd Nov 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan285
Request to service a 48 coil dynamo S.S.X. by skimming the commutator to fix sparking and uneven output.4th Nov 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan286
Request from Malcolm Campbell for a higher output dynamo to resolve issues with his car's lamps.19th Nov 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan287
Production test log for Phantom II type dynamo machines with 56 coil armatures, recording output, volts, and brush settings.14th May 1929Box 60 \ 1  Scan288
Higher output dynamo for a customer named Malcolm Campbell, comparing a new 48 coil machine to an older one.20th Nov 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan289
Request to skim a worn dynamo commutator for a Phantom 48 coil dynamo in preparation for a test.25th Nov 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan290
Replacement of a Phantom II dynamo on car 20-EX after a 10,000-mile test.1st Dec 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan291
Request to remove a 48 coil high output dynamo from vehicle 23-EX.10th Dec 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan292
Technical note discussing improvements to the performance characteristics of car dynamos.13th Dec 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan293
Test report on Morganite E.G.O dynamo brushes following bench and road testing.16th Dec 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan294
The condition and performance of brushes, including a table of wear measurements.8th Dec 1924Box 60 \ 1  Scan295
The decision to proceed with a half-charge dynamo scheme using a 6-inch resistance.16th Dec 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan296
High output dynamos and the two-rate charge scheme.18th Dec 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan297
Dynamo limitations, battery charging schemes, and potential improvements to the system.18th Dec 1930Box 60 \ 1  Scan298
Reference note regarding production tests of 20/25 electrical components.1st Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan001
Cover note for updated production inspection and test specification pages for a distribution box and cutout.6th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan002
Production inspection, adjustment, and test specification for the distribution box and cutout on 40/50 and 20/25 HP cars.16th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan003
Test procedure for a dynamo and distribution box, detailing cold condition operation and charging current tests.16th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan004
Procedure for testing the falling away point of a dynamo cutout by reducing speed and observing an ammeter.16th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan005
Hand-drawn wiring diagram for a distribution box and cutout test.6th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan006
Cover letter for the production inspection and test specification of a Dynamo Field Resistance Unit.6th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan007
Production inspection and testing procedure for a 40/50 and 20/25 Dynamo Field Resistance Unit.16th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan008
Cover memo for the production test specification of a 20/25 HP Dynamo.22th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan009
Specification of a running test for a 20/25 HP Dynamo.22th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan010
Cover note for the Production Test Specification for a 20/25 Switchbox.20th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan011
Specification document detailing the testing procedure for a 20/25 switchbox.16th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan012
Page of a test procedure for an electrical component, detailing switch and terminal checks.26th Apr 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan013
Covering memo for a revised production specification for the running test of the 20/25 dynamo.26th Apr 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan014
Specification for the running test of a 20/25 HP dynamo.22th Apr 1932Box 60 \ 2  Scan015
Production inspection and test specification for the 20/25 starter motor with Bijur Bendix drive.7th Mar 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan016
Specification document for the test and inspection of a 20/25 starter motor with a Bijur Bendix drive.9th Mar 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan017
Attaching the specification for a running test of a 20/25 HP dynamo.2nd May 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan018
Specification for the running test of a 20/25 HP dynamo.12th May 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan019
Revised production specification for a condenser used in 20/25 and 40/50 battery ignition systems.11th May 1933Box 60 \ 2  Scan020
Production testing procedure for a paraffin waxed paper dielectric condenser for battery ignition.11th May 1933Box 60 \ 2  Scan021
List of testing procedures for a condenser, page 2.1st Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan022
Reference note for previous documents concerning production tests of 40/50 electrical components.1st Jan 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan023
Attaching updated specification pages for the Distribution Box and Cutout on Phantom II and 20/25 models.6th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan024
Specification for production inspection, adjustment, and testing of a distribution box and cutout for 40/50 and 20/25 HP cars.16th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan025
Testing procedure for a dynamo and distribution box under specific electrical conditions.16th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan026
Procedure for testing the point at which cutout contacts disengage.16th Oct 1931Box 60 \ 2  Scan027


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