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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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Experimental record sheet for Morganite Brushes, tracking mileage and observations.28th Aug 1930Box 62 \ 3  scan0254
Electrical experimental record sheet logging mileage for a test of Morganite EG2 brushes.3rd Apr 1930Box 62 \ 3  scan0255
Experimental record sheet for tests on Morganite Brushes HM.5.15th Oct 1930Box 62 \ 3  scan0256
Clarifying dynamo output and battery charging procedures for 10,000-mile test cars.9th Nov 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0257
Discrepancy in dynamo output and recommending changing from 60 watt to 36 watt headlamp bulbs.20th Nov 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0258
Letter discussing a dynamo's output, battery discharge, and the inadequacy of 36-watt headlamp bulbs for driving in France.23th Nov 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0259
Troubleshooting and testing of headlamp bulbs on the Phantom and 20 HP models.24th Nov 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0260
Experimental record sheet for a 20/25 Dynamo detailing a 10,000-mile test.24th Nov 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0261
Standardisation of an improved Magneto and Dynamo Drive for the 20/25 HP chassis.16th Jan 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0262
Standardisation of chassis parts form for an improved dynamo drive, which was ultimately not put into production.26th Sep 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0263
Electrical equipment, specifically windscreen wipers and dynamo output for the 25 HP model.26th Nov 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0264
Requesting the re-skimming of a 20/25 HP+ dynamo's uneven commutator for car 19-GIV.30th Nov 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0265
Requesting an urgent modification to a dynamo for the J.3 experiment.30th Nov 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0266
Request to replace an experimental dynamo on chassis 25-EX with an available standard dynamo.14th Dec 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0267
Temperature reading of a standard N.2 series dynamo measured on a 40/50 experimental chassis.17th Dec 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0268
Electrical experimental record sheet documenting a mileage test for a 40/50 Dynamo.5th Jan 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0269
Requesting an order for copper wire for a dynamo.19th Dec 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0270
Record of a telephone conversation regarding the electrical system for the Japan III Peregrine.21th Dec 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0271
Dynamo's failure to keep a battery charged during high-speed tests and the proposal for a new voltage regulator system.14th Jan 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0272
Swapping a Scintilla dynamo onto vehicle 18.G.4 for a 10,000-mile test of its special British Carbon brushes.15th Jan 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0273
Dynamo fault on chassis 20-EX and the proposed replacement with a special dynamo with lubricated brushes.10th Feb 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0274
Request to replace experimental dynamo brushes and springs on chassis 14-EX with standard parts.1st Feb 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0275
Customer's dynamo and battery charging system.2nd Feb 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0276
Proposed experiments to improve a 3rd brush dynamo.12th Feb 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0277
The performance, safety and recommended modifications for special high output 20/25 dynamos.24th Feb 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0278
Provision of a higher output dynamo for chassis GPS-1 belonging to Mrs. Cadbury.25th Feb 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0279
Attaching an ampere-speed characteristic curve for a 48 coil 20/25 dynamo.2nd Mar 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0280
Performance graph of ampere output versus dynamo speed for a coil machine.10th Mar 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0281
Urgent memo detailing the decision to replace a Bosch dynamo with a converted 40/50 dynamo on the 19-EX car.31th Mar 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0282
Testing plain shunt dynamos with C.A.V. regulators as a replacement for Bosch units on chassis 19-EX.19th Apr 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0283
Experimental work on a plain shunt chassis dynamo and associated voltage regulators.20th Apr 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0284
Specification for the running test of a 20/25 HP Dynamo.22th Apr 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0285
Revised production specification for the running test of a 20/25 dynamo.26th Apr 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0286
Request for the manufacture and fitting of 4 poles and a field winding to a dynamo for the 20/25 HP Chassis.20th May 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0287
Blueprint for the 20/25 HP Chassis Dynamo.21th May 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0288
Extract from conference minutes regarding the 20/25 Dynamo position.31th May 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0289
Extract from the minutes of a conference at Derby regarding the 20/25 Dynamo.31th May 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0290
Request concerning an overhauled dynamo for chassis 20-EX.6th Jun 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0291
Instruction to replace an experimental dynamo and cut-out on chassis 22-EX after its road test.6th Jun 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0292
The control brush position for a 20/25 HP chassis dynamo.16th Jun 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0293
Sending blueprints for dynamo charge rates for the 20/25 HP model.30th Jun 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0294
Failed dynamo with a fault in the armature winding on Chassis No. 19-EX.18th Jul 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0295
Troubleshooting an experimental dynamo on chassis 19-EX.1st Aug 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0296
Proposal to standardise the shunt dynamo and charge system for the 40/50 voltage control.1st Sep 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0297
Request to produce a modified 40/50 voltage control dynamo for further experimentation and standardisation.2nd Sep 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0298
Investigating complaints of harsh running and lubrication issues with the 25 HP dynamo.20th Sep 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0299
Starting experimental work on the Peregrine chassis with voltage regulator dynamos.22th Sep 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0300
Experiments on CAV and R.R. regulators.22th Sep 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0301
Scheme for incorporating a voltage regulated dynamo onto a standard chassis.3rd Oct 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0302
Asking for advice on fitting the Dynamo Pinion Brake to the 20/25 HP chassis.11th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0303
Request to issue a specification of test for dynamos with their control brush at 127 degrees.14th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0304
Fitting of a voltage-regulated dynamo and regulator unit for a specific car.5th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0305
Work order for a Voltage Regulator Dynamo for Sg's Car 1932, detailing the required part lists.18th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0306
Request for dynamos from cars 58-GN and 22-EX to be returned for experimental bench testing.26th Nov 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0307
Bensport J.1. tachometer drive, its design, modifications required, and a request for fitting.2nd Dec 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0308
Insufficient output of a dynamo to power headlamps and the potential of a vibrator control system.9th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0309
Responding to a query on the performance and heating characteristics of a vibrator regulated dynamo on model 58-GN.12th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0310
Performance of a vibrator control system for dynamo output and battery charging.13th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0311
Analysis of a new shunt dynamo's poor performance and the experimental modifications made to improve it.17th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0312
Experiments to improve a machine's peak output by modifying the armature, windings, and pole cores.17th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0313
New shunt dynamo for Peregrine, Japan, and Bensport models.20th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0314
Comparing the output of different dynamo models and clarifying the term 'armature reluctance'.21th Dec 1932Box 62 \ 3  scan0315
Excessive wear on the Peregrine Dynamo at high speeds.10th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0316
Modification to the 20/25 Dynamo to improve winter battery charging.10th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0317
Standard 20/25 dynamo, agreeing to increase the charge rate and requesting the performance chart be extended to higher speeds.11th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0318
Requesting a new high-speed dynamo test rig for Peregrine & Bensport dynamo tests.23th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0319
Peregrine dynamo speed, addressing issues with high RPM operation, excessive brush wear due to sparking, and necessary ratio adjustments.25th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0320
Maximum dynamo revolutions and proposed speed ratios for the Peregrine engine.25th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0321
Modifications to the 40/50 Dynamo for automatic vibrator control.25th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0322
Special production test specification for 20/25 Tank Engine Dynamos.26th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0323
Specification for the running test of a 20/25 HP dynamo for tank engines.26th Jan 1931Box 62 \ 3  scan0324
Peregrine dynamo speed in relation to the use of silent third gear for town work.27th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0325
The reduction of speed for the Peregrine Dynamo.27th Jan 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0326
Inaccessibility of lubricator to rear bearing of dynamos on 25 HP chassis.2nd Feb 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0327
Urgent request to order two types of copper wire required for experimental Peregrine dynamos.6th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0328
Inaccessibility of the lubricator for the dynamo's rear bearing on the 25 HP chassis.7th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0329
Discussion confirming changes to a shunt dynamo, including its core dimensions and wiring.9th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0330
High-speed dynamo testing to reduce brush and commutator wear for Peregrine and Bentinck engines.23th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0331
Test results for dynamo brush wear rates and further testing plans for noise and heating.23th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0332
Proposal for a brake to be fitted to the Bensport dynamo drive pinion on 20/25 HP cars.23th Feb 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0333
Dynamo output for a 'Phantom II' on a 'Bensport' and requesting further testing based on temperature rise.2nd Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0334
Maximum output and temperature limits of spigot mounted dynamos, with a table of test results.2nd Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0335
Analysis of dynamo temperature rise, performance limitations, and failure modes due to heat.2nd Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0336
Improving the cooling of dynamos and ignition coils by repositioning them on various models.2nd Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0337
Instruction to RHC to make three 40-50 HP size 'Phantom' Shunt Dynamos.9th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0338
Urgent internal order request for copper wire for two Bensport dynamos.13th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0339
Test procedure for measuring dynamo temperature on a 'Bensport'.17th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0340
Instructions and electrical specifications for two shunt dynamos for the 20/25 HP Chassis.17th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0341
Request for the estimated production cost of the new Peregrine D.Sch.546 shunt dynamo.31th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0342
The design for damper pads on the dynamo drive for a Bensport vehicle.12th Apr 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0343
Estimating the manufacturing cost reduction for a Shunt Dynamo under Scheme 546.31th Mar 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0344
Letter to Joseph Sankey & Sons Ltd. requesting a visit to discuss armature stampings for dynamos and starter motors.26th Apr 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0345
Dynamo to be produced for the Peregrine No. 4 unit engine.27th Apr 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0346
Specification for the 40/50 shunt dynamo and C.A.V. regulator for the Bensport chassis.29th Apr 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0347
Performance curves and future work for Peregrine and Bensport shunt dynamos.29th Apr 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0348
Inquiring about the standardization timeline for a Vibrator Control part.5th May 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0349
Status of vibrator controlled dynamos for Bensport, 40/50, and 20/25 chassis.8th May 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0350
High iron losses in shunt dynamo armatures and a plan to test alternative stamped materials.9th May 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0351
Letter to Joseph Sankey & Sons Ltd. confirming a visit, providing blueprints for armature plates and requesting sample plates for testing.10th May 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0352
Letter from Joseph Sankey & Sons discussing the manufacture of sample Armature Cores and plates.11th May 1933Box 62 \ 3  scan0353


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