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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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Letter to Mr. Hives regarding coils for the Phantom and enclosing a letter from the American Bosch Magneto Corporation.6th Dec 1926Box 61b \ 4  scan0105
Letter from American Bosch Magneto Corporation detailing the resistance of TC-30 and TC-31 ignition coils.2nd Dec 1928Box 61b \ 4  scan0106
Letter from the American to the UK branch clarifying the voltage of coils sent for a Phantom double head.13th Dec 1928Box 61b \ 4  scan0107
Clarifying a discrepancy with received U.S.A. Bosch ignition system coils.22th Dec 1926Box 61b \ 4  scan0108
The dispatch and inspection of Delco-Remy and American Bosch distributor and contact breaker units.17th Jan 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0109
Examination and comparison of Bosch and Delco-Remy contact breakers, focusing on the angular off-set of the breaker pad.17th Jan 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0110
Comparison of battery ignition contact breakers, analyzing point mounting flexibility and contact pressure.17th Jan 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0111
Cross-section diagram and explanation of an umbrella rotor designed for pure air circulation.14th May 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0112
The failure of an American Bosch ignition coil during a 10,000-mile bench test.14th May 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0113
Continuation of an instruction sheet diagnosing an electrical fault in a distributor unit and coil.8th Dec 1924Box 61b \ 4  scan0114
Instructions to investigate a sparking noise inside a coil by opening it up for examination.8th Nov 1926Box 61b \ 4  scan0115
Comparison testing of ignition contact points from a U.S.A. Bosch distributor.18th May 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0116
Inspection and return of a Bosch ignition coil and a Lucas magneto.17th May 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0117
Despatch of a U.S.A. Bosch ignition coil type TC30 for inspection.19th May 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0118
Inspection report on a failed American Bosch ignition coil type TC30.19th May 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0119
Instructions (page 2) detailing the construction and design of a coil or transformer component.8th Dec 1924Box 61b \ 4  scan0120
Instructions on the winding and sealing of a primary and secondary coil using waxed paper and bitumen.8th Dec 1924Box 61b \ 4  scan0121
Inspection report on a U.S.A. Bosch Ignition Coil, type TC.30.19th May 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0122
Clarifying a mistake in sending a U.S.A. Bosch coil part.20th May 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0123
Experimental record sheet for an American Bosch ignition coil.19th Apr 1926Box 61b \ 4  scan0124
Report comparing the performance of platinum versus tungsten interrupter points, coils, and condensers.11th Jun 1926Box 61b \ 4  scan0125
The performance and testing of American Bosch and Delco coils and condensers.11th Jun 1926Box 61b \ 4  scan0126
Observations of various ignition contact point samples, comparing platinum and tungsten types.31th Dec 1926Box 61b \ 4  scan0127
Analysis of ignition point degradation and performance comparisons across different systems.4th Mar 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0128
Standardization of tungsten points for battery ignition contact breakers.4th Mar 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0129
Continued discussion on ignition system characteristics, focusing on current at break, condenser capacity, and platinum point life.4th Mar 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0130
Sending a Bosch battery ignition head and Lucas magneto, while requesting newer Lucas and Watford models.18th Jun 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0131
Order of precedence for experimental tests on battery ignition contact points.14th Jul 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0132
Continued status update on experimental tests for the Phantom, discussing delays with electrical parts and referencing previous reports.5th Jul 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0133
Experimental comparison of a Delco-Remy lever and point with a U.S.A. Bosch system, and observations on a Robert Bosch ignition set.26th Aug 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0134
Comparison of Delco-Remy and U.S.A. Bosch ignition systems.29th Aug 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0135
Comparing the performance of different ignition contact points and materials.31th Aug 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0136
Standardising tungsten points over platinum, proposing further tests before a decision is made.7th Sep 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0137
Request to fit a new point to a U.S.A. Bosch ignition contact lever.7th Sep 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0138
Requesting the return of a U.S.A. Bosch Ignition contact breaker lever for further experimentation.7th Sep 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0139
The testing and standardization of tungsten ignition contact points.9th Sep 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0140
Report comparing the performance and wear of different contact breaker points.6th Oct 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0141
Follow-up memo requesting the return of a U.S.A. Bosch ignition contact lever for further experiments.6th Oct 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0142
From EFC to RHC chasing the completion of a Bosch contact lever needed for ignition experiments.6th Oct 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0143
Letter regarding the adoption of a new ignition coil without ballast.28th Oct 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0144
The specifications of an American Bosch ignition coil without ballast.26th Oct 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0145
The construction and testing of an ignition coil without ballast, including tabulated results from a six-hour run.26th Oct 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0146
Page from a test report detailing electrical and temperature measurements over time.19th Oct 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0147
Graph of make-ratio speed curves for a U.S.A. Bosch contact breaker at two different gap settings.19th Oct 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0148
Electrical experimental record sheet for an American Bosch ignition distributor.19th Apr 1926Box 61b \ 4  scan0149
Inquiry about the advantages of a reversed order of construction for a coil.9th Dec 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0150
Extract comparing two methods of coil construction and their respective advantages.19th Dec 1927Box 61b \ 4  scan0151
Summary of the chief advantages of American central H.T. coils.7th Jan 1928Box 61b \ 4  scan0152
Instruction note detailing the effects of coronal discharge on electrical insulation and metal components.8th Dec 1924Box 61b \ 4  scan0153
Instruction detailing the corrosion of H.T. spring terminals due to nitric acid deposited by ozone.8th Dec 1924Box 61b \ 4  scan0154
Proposal to dismantle two American coils (Delco Remy and U.S.A. Bosch) to observe their construction.7th Mar 1928Box 61b \ 4  scan0155
Examination of a post-war American Bosch ignition coil's construction and windings.15th Nov 1929Box 61b \ 4  scan0156
Instructions and observations on component construction and condition.23th May 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0157
Letter to Bosch Ltd. requesting a catalogue for ignition distributors and coils for 6-cylinder engines.23th May 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0158
Request for up-to-date particulars on Bosch battery ignition distributors and ignition coils for 6-cylinder engines.4th Jun 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0159
Letter from Bosch regarding a request for information on battery ignition distributors and coils for a 6-cylinder engine.9th Jun 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0160
Instructions and specifications for battery ignition systems, including wiring and cable fixing for four and six-cylinder engines.1st Aug 1929Box 61b \ 4  scan0161
The function, fitting, and timing of Ignition Coils TA and Ignition Distributors VA 4B and VA 6B.4th Jan 1928Box 61b \ 4  scan0162
Letter to Bosch Ltd. requesting clarification on the primary winding of ignition coils for 6-cylinder engines.11th Jun 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0163
Letter from Bosch Limited confirming the primary winding of their coils is situated inside the secondary winding.15th Jun 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0164
Letter to Messrs. Bosch Ltd. requesting an instruction booklet for dynamo and battery ignition units.24th Oct 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0165
Letter from Bosch Limited regarding an instruction book for a Lighting and Starting system, and the unavailability of printed materials for new productions.28th Oct 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0166
Requesting another Bosch ignition coil of a similar type for continued testing.3rd Nov 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0167
Letter from Bosch concerning dynamo and coil ignition units, their wiring, and enclosed blueprints.5th Nov 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0168
Ordering an ignition coil, TE.12/2, from Bosch Limited in Stuttgart.17th Nov 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0169
Price list for a set of Bosch ignition units and a regulator dynamo.20th Nov 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0170
Graph plotting Make Ratio against Breakers Gap for a Bosch Distributor.20th Nov 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0171
Graph of Make Ratio against Speed (RPM) for a Bosch Distributor with varying breaker gap settings.5th Sep 1932Box 61b \ 4  scan0172
500-hour endurance test for a Bosch Distributor V46 S174.5th Sep 1932Box 61b \ 4  scan0173
Merits of a battery-only ignition system over a magneto reserve for cars.17th Jan 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0174
Weighing the pros and cons of magneto ignition systems versus double battery ignition systems.17th Jan 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0175
Extract of a memo concerning the ignition system and timing gears for a Japan 3 left-hand chassis.20th Jan 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0176
Substitution of a double battery ignition system for the current battery and magneto arrangement on L.H. chassis.21th Jan 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0177
Engine design choices, including crankshaft balance, ignition, governors, and connecting rod lengths.29th Jan 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0178
Design of a double battery ignition system for the Japan 3 model, including a sketch.2nd Feb 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0179
Example of double battery ignition on a new Stutz 8-cylinder engine.5th Feb 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0180
Double battery ignition for Japan 3 & Phantom II models, with reference to competitor systems.7th Feb 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0181
Unsuccessful investigation into a double battery ignition system for the Japan III and Phantom II models.11th Feb 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0182
Internal memorandum discussing the design and operation of a double battery ignition system.7th Feb 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0183
Proposed ignition scheme with a twelve-point distributor.7th Feb 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0184
Magneto ignition trouble on the 40/50 chassis due to increased compression ratios.9th Jun 1932Box 61b \ 4  scan0185
List of six advantages of a dual battery ignition system over a magneto.9th Jun 1932Box 61b \ 4  scan0186
Reasons for opposing the replacement of the magneto ignition with a dual battery system on the Phantom chassis.10th Jun 1932Box 61b \ 4  scan0187
Extract from a list of suggestions to reduce the cost of the 25 HP chassis, specifically regarding the magneto.9th Feb 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0188
Proposal for a revised wiring scheme for the ignition indicator lamp.2nd Feb 1931Box 61b \ 4  scan0189
Technical note on the wiring scheme for the red lamp ignition warning light.23th Mar 1932Box 61b \ 4  scan0190
Recommendation to proceed with experimental voltage regulator D.Sch.521 with an alteration to the warning light connection.2nd Apr 1932Box 61b \ 4  scan0191
The two methods for operating the red lamp ignition warning light.15th Apr 1932Box 61b \ 4  scan0192
Experiments on battery ignition wiring tubes to investigate electrostatic disturbances.22th May 1919Box 61b \ 4  scan0193
Analysis of spark behavior and electrostatic effects in high tension wires connected to a coil.22th May 1919Box 61b \ 4  scan0194
Investigation into subsidiary sparks and the effects of earthing a tube acting as a condenser.22th May 1919Box 61b \ 4  scan0195
Insulated ignition tubes, earthing, and the prevention of subsidiary sparks and potential fire.14th Nov 1919Box 61b \ 4  scan0196
Experiments on plain coil ignition and the effect of passing high tension cable through iron and copper tubes.14th Nov 1919Box 61b \ 4  scan0197
Test report continuation describing the electrostatic effect of earthing copper and iron tubes on spark length.24th Nov 1919Box 61b \ 4  scan0198
Technical note summarizing experiments on high tension distributing wires within a tube and the effects of earthing.24th Nov 1919Box 61b \ 4  scan0199
The effects of metallic versus non-metallic tubing on ignition wiring and spark intensity.2nd Feb 1925Box 61b \ 4  scan0200
Secret memo discussing the choice of ignition system for the 'V' series, prioritizing reliability over cost.2nd Feb 1925Box 61b \ 4  scan0201
Secret memorandum discussing an induction effect causing early ignition and popping in the carburetter for the EAC 'V' Series.6th Feb 1925Box 61b \ 4  scan0202
Ignition wiring tubes and the effects of static induction.25th Feb 1925Box 61b \ 4  scan0203
Analysis of ignition mis-firing issues, static induction, and the effects of using earthed versus insulated metal tubing for wiring.25th Feb 1925Box 61b \ 4  scan0204


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