Rolls-Royce Archives
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).
Rolls-Royce Experimental Archives                
Choose Archive


Browsing Records        Page 763 of 2367        Sort by   Box   Date   Description

Filter      from        to             identifier   [all]
DescriptionDateIdentifier
Calculations for motor resistance, armature, and main field circuit.12th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0086
Specification sheet detailing the magnetic flux densities for various components.14th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0087
Letter to Joseph Sankey & Sons Ltd. requesting particulars and curves for pole piece steel.14th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0088
Letter from Joseph Sankey & Sons, Ltd. sending particulars of B.H. figures for Pole piece quality steel.16th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0089
Data table showing the permeability of pole quality steel.6th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0090
Proposed modifications to the Phantom II starter motor for improved power and speed.6th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0091
Request to manufacture a second J.3 starter motor for testing purposes.17th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0092
Blueprint graph of performance test curves for a Peregrine starter motor.25th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0093
The production of a new 29-slot armature for a 40-50 HP chassis starter motor.25th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0094
Confirming an agreement on the development of a 29-slot armature for the Phantom II starter motor.25th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0095
Performance and potential improvements for J.2 and Bensport starter motors.28th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0096
Extract from a report detailing a cold-start test on a starter motor.3rd Dec 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0097
Starter motor defect and bodywork issues on a Peregrine car.6th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0098
The prototype starter motor for the Peregrine car and the plan for improved units.9th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0099
Calculations and specifications for a Japan Sequence Starter Motor.9th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0100
Calculations and specifications for motor speed, resistance, and windings.12th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0101
Design calculations for a Peregrine starter motor with a 29 slot armature.12th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0102
Page 2 of electrical calculations for motor resistance, armature, and main field circuit.5th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0103
Proposing experimental modifications to the J.2 and Bensport starter motor to increase B.HP and efficiency.5th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0104
Experimental tests of the Peregrine starter motor, comparing two different armatures.12th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0105
Comparison of motor characteristics, focusing on noise and armature engagement issues between a Peregrine and a Bosch motor.3rd Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0106
Worn starter gear ring on a J.3 chassis and the proposal for replacement pinions.3rd Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0107
Modifications to the 'Japan' and 'Bensport' starter motors, specifically regarding the armature and carcass size.6th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0108
Instructions for the production of armatures for Peregrine starter motors.12th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0109
Requesting an experiment on a Peregrine starter motor using a parallel armature.12th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0110
Graph showing armature pull versus distance for a Bosch Type BGC 9-6/12 motor on its teazer and main windings.12th Dec 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0111
Graph of Armature-Distance Pull curves for starter motor P4 on its Teazer and Main windings.11th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0112
Inquiring if the 'stepped armature' feature on a Bosch starter motor is patented.13th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0113
Instructions for modifications to a 'Peregrine' Starter Motor armature and return spring for a trial.14th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0114
Request to produce three Peregrine starter motor pinions for testing.23th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0115
Request to the Pattern Shop for a Pinion End Bearing Bracket for the 'Peregrine II' Starter Motor.24th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0116
Confirming that Bosch holds no patents on the Stepped Armature Starter Motor.3rd Feb 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0117
Recommendations for improving the Bensport starter motor by increasing power.7th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0118
Modifying the Bijur drive for a 20/25 HP motor and proposing a new starter for Bensport engines.7th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0119
Request for a resumé of complaints regarding starter motor failures on Phantom II motors.7th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0120
Receipt and subsequent testing of an Aluminium Bronze Bar for Starter Pinions.15th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0121
Failures and repairs of starter motors at Cricklewood and Works locations.17th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0122
The failure of starter motors in Paris, identified as being caused by excess oil.24th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0123
Investigation into the performance and improvement of the Peregrine starter motor, comparing winding and armature designs.24th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0124
Comparison of the Peregrine starter motor against the Bosch and Phantom starters, detailing performance and material experiments.24th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0125
Design of starter motors, specifically concerning windings, torque, and a comparison with Bosch designs.10th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0126
Internal order request for copper strip for a Phantom II Starter Motor.14th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0127
Test bed failure of an experimental Peregrine starter motor due to lubrication issues in the commutator end bearing.21th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0128
Implementation of a self-contained oiling system for starter motor bearings on the Phantom engine, referencing a similar failed scheme on the Peregrine.28th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0129
Implementation of self-lubricated bearings for the Phantom II starter motor.29th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0130
Standardisation of a starter motor with automatic lubricated bearings to replace one with bijur lubrication.12th Aug 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0131
Standardization form for a new part being fitted to a chassis.15th Oct 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0132
Revised calculations and preliminary modifications for the Peregrine starter motor.17th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 1  scan0133
Request for further data curves comparing Bosch and RR Peregrine starter motors.4th Apr 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0134
Specifications for a Peregrine starter motor following satisfactory tests on an improvised version.9th May 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0135
Requesting the urgent production of a brake gear wheel for testing a new Bensport starter motor.12th May 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0136
The Bensport starter motor being underpowered in icy weather and a proposal for experimental alterations.15th May 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0137
Modifications to the Bensport starter motor armature for higher efficiency.18th May 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0138
Calculations and specifications for a Bensport starter motor.18th May 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0139
Page of calculations for motor speed, resistance, and armature specifications.2nd Jun 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0140
Testing a batch of 25 experimental starter motors with stamped armature plates from Messrs. Baldwins.2nd Jun 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0141
Request to expedite production of a Bensport starter motor for bench testing.13th Jun 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0142
Need to incorporate self-lubricated bearings with an oil-soaked felt reservoir on the Phantom II starter motor.3rd Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0143
Replacing motors on the experimental Bensport chassis with a new, successfully tested Bensport starter motor.4th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0144
Bench test results for a new Bensport starter motor compared to the existing 20/25 motor, with plans for cold weather testing.5th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0145
Request to Joseph Lucas Ltd. to use their freezing chamber for cold-start testing a new Bentley chassis.5th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0146
Incorporating self-lubricated bearings for the Phantom II starter motor.6th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0147
Letter from Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories regarding the temporary unavailability of their cold room.8th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0148
Modifications to the Bentley starter motor.10th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0149
Modifications and improvements to the Bentley starter motor.12th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0150
Requesting the fitting of an improved Bensport starter motor to a chassis for cold starting tests.19th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0151
Experimental production of a starter motor pinion from Firth's N.M.C. steel.24th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0152
Failures of the Phantom II starter gear due to incorrect terminal connection, suggesting a design change.26th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0153
Request to test a sample starter motor cable and compare its voltage drop to the standard cable.27th Sep 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0154
Agreeing to a suggestion for modifying starter motor terminals on the Phantom II to prevent damage.28th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0155
Experiments and improvements for the Phantom II starter motor.31th Jul 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0156
Test report on a 20/25 HP chassis starter motor with Baldwin's stamped slotted plates.29th Aug 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0157
Graph of test curves for a type 20-25 starter motor, comparing a standard machine with one featuring a stamped slotted armature.23th Aug 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0158
Performance of a 20/25 HP starter motor using Baldwins Stamped Plates compared to Sankeys Lohys material.30th Aug 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0159
Use of an increased diameter starter motor cable.29th Sep 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0160
Proposing a visit to Cricklewood to investigate starter motor and dynamo failures.29th Sep 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0161
Arranging a visit to investigate complaints about crashing Phantom II starter motors.30th Sep 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0162
The frequent and alarming issue of crashing late model Phantom II starter motors.29th Sep 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0163
The fitting of an improved starter motor and modified clutch casing for a Bensport model.2nd Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0164
Confirming a visit to investigate the crashing of Phantom II starter motors.4th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0165
Investigation into the cause of damaged starter flywheel tooth rings following a sudden epidemic of failures.6th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0166
The actual dimensions taken from three chassis, comparing them to production limits, with a note on a starter examination.6th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0167
Recommendations for a depot sheet to check starter motor clearance and for modifications to reduce pinion rebound.6th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0168
Diagrammatic sketch of a Phantom II starter motor drive showing clearances at various stages of engagement.6th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0169
Issues with sequence starter motors on various chassis and a proposal for comparative experiments.9th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0170
Damaged starter tooth rings on flywheels.9th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0171
The development of an experimental sequence starter motor.10th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0172
Experimental modification to the 40/50 sequence starter motor to improve the end pull.13th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0173
Drawing showing the proposed dimensions for a starter motor armature.11th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0174
Proposed pole piece for a starter motor.12th Oct 1953Box 62 \ 1  scan0175
Tests comparing a standard and an experimental starter motor cable to reduce volt drop.19th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0176
Suggestion to compromise on a new cable or alter dies to accommodate a larger one for a main switch.19th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0177
Suggested revision to the inspection and test specification for the 40-50 HP starter motor.19th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0178
Modifications to the starter motor for chassis 27-EX.20th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0179
Blueprint showing two views of a packing ring for a starter motor pinion (40/50).19th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0180
Revised inspection and test specification for the 40/50 Chassis Sequence Starter Motor.24th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0181
Specification for the inspection and testing of a 40/50 chassis starter motor.24th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0182
Test procedures for an armature operated switch, including insulation and brush bedding.24th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0183
The procedures for a light test and an armature return test for a motor.24th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0184
Test procedures for armature damping and longitudinal motion.24th Oct 1933Box 62 \ 1  scan0185


Copyright Sustain 2025, All Rights Reserved.    whatever is rightly done, however humble, is noble
An unhandled error has occurred. Reload 🗙