Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| scan0001 | Machine for testing helical springs seen at the Ford Motor Co. and suggesting obtaining details from Avery's. | ||
| View original record | To Sft. From Hs/Rm. c. to R. c. to Ey. Hs/Rm.10/KT. 7.9.33. MACHINE FOR TESTING HELICAL SPRINGS. When we were at Dagenham, we saw a machine which the Ford Motor Co. had developed to help them out of… | ||
| scan0002 | Inquiry to Messrs Alfred Herbert Ltd. regarding the latest Fellows equipment for producing quiet helical gears. | ||
| View original record | Y1775 Experimental Dept. Hs/Lid.4/KT. Oct 2nd 1933. Messrs Alfred Herbert Ltd., Coventry. Dear Sirs, We are interested in the latest Fellows equipment for producing quiet helical gears. We understand… | ||
| scan0003 | Letter from Alfred Herbert Ltd. regarding the latest Fellows equipment for producing quiet helical gears. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: "LATHE, COVENTRY." Booklets ALFRED HERBERT LTD. MAKERS, IMPORTERS AND EXPORTERS OF MACHINE TOOLS AND SMALL TOOLS. MAKERS OF THE ATRIOR COAL PULVERISER. COVENTRY, ENGLAND. REPLY TO EQUIPMENT… | ||
| scan0004 | Letter from Alfred Herbert Ltd. regarding a Fellows Recess Type Gear Lapping Machine for producing silent gears. | ||
| View original record | ALFRED HERBERT LTD., COVENTRY. Sheet No. -2- To Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Date Oct.4, 1933. ------------------------ The final operation for completely silent gears is one of lapping after… | ||
| scan0005 | Product specification and operating manual for a Gear-Tooth Burnishing Machine. | ||
| View original record | SOLE SELLING AGENTS ALFRED HERBERT LTD COVENTRY. Gear-Tooth Burnishing Machine Life of Burnishing Gears Burnishing gears, when properly taken care of and applied in the correct manner, will produce… | ||
| scan0006 | Operating instructions and specifications for a gear-tooth burnishing machine. | ||
| View original record | GEAR-TOOTH BURNISHING MACHINE moved, and lever G pulled back until cam L is in the position on the roll M shown in the setting position, Fig. 2. Handle F, Fig. 1, is now rotated to adjust slide E to… | ||
| scan0007 | Brochure for the Fellows Gear Lapping Machine, 3-Lap Recess Type. | ||
| View original record | SOLE SELLING AGENTS ALFRED HERBERT LTD. Fellows Gear Lapping Machine (3-LAP RECESS TYPE) THE FELLOWS GEAR SHAPER COMPANY has developed a practical method of finishing gears by lapping after hardening.… | ||
| scan0008 | Detailed description of a 3-Lap Recess Type Gear Lapping Machine's mechanisms, operation, and adjustments. | ||
| View original record | The spindle carrying the work is positively driven through change gearing, and the three laps are rotated by the action of the work. A friction brake is applied to each of the three lap spindles, and… | ||
| scan0009 | Letter to Alfred Herbert Ltd. concerning equipment for producing quiet helical gears. | ||
| View original record | Experimental Dept. Hs/Lid. S/KT. Oct 23rd 1933. Alfred Herbert Ltd. Coventry. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 4th inst. and for the information on the latest Fellows equipment for… | ||
| scan0010 | Letter from James Cochrane & Company regarding leaflets for 'Stroborama' and 'Stroboret' equipment. | ||
| View original record | 84705. CONTRACTORS TO HOME AND FOREIGN RAILWAYS, TRAMWAYS, MINES, MUNICIPAL UNDERTAKINGS, ETC. JAMES COCHRANE & COMPANY, (J. COCHRANE) 101, LEADENHALL STREET, TELEPHONE: AVENUE 3043. TELEGRAMS &… | ||
| scan0011 | Promotional leaflet for the STROBORAMA, Type A, a stroboscopic apparatus for examining quick-moving mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | Télégraphic Adress : Stroboroma-Paris RECHERCHES MÉCANIQUES & PHYSIQUES Société anonyme au capital de 100.000 francs 40, Rue de l'Echiquier - PARIS Téléphone : Provence 18-35 STROBORAMA, Type A (L. &… | ||
| scan0012 | Illustrating applications of the Strobodama, Type A, including its use on a locomotive and a Pelton wheel. | ||
| View original record | A FEW APPLICATIONS OF THE STROBORAMA, TYPE A STAMP TEXT: DEPT 20 DEC STOBORAMA used for the study of the valve gear of a locomotive blocked up and running on rollers, in broad daylight in the… | ||
| scan0013 | Request to order an Exhaust Gas Tester from the Cambridge Instrument Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to Wor. +4705 Hs/Rm.16/KW.18.4.35. Will you please order from the Cambridge Instrument Co.Ltd. - 1. Exhaust Gas Tester. as per the attached quotation. We observe that the cost of this… | ||
| scan0014 | Letter from Cambridge Instrument Company providing a quotation for an Exhaust Gas Tester. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS: UNIRIVOT, KNIGHTS, LONDON. CODES: A.B.C. (5TH. AND 6TH EDITIONS): WESTERN UNION BENTLEY'S. TELEPHONE: SLOANE 9146 (4 LINES). CAMBRIDGE INSTRUMENT COMPANY, LIMITED, MANUFACTURERS OF… | ||
| scan0015 | Promotional brochure for the Cambridge Exhaust Gas Tester, explaining the necessity of road tests for accurate carburettor adjustment. | ||
| View original record | PANEL 1 (LEFT): THE NECESSITY FOR ROAD TESTS INCORRECT carburettor settings are almost certain to result if the adjustments are made on the garage floor with an unloaded engine, because the conditions… | ||
| scan0016 | Promotional leaflet for the Cambridge Exhaust Gas Tester, detailing its function and benefits for engine tuning. | ||
| View original record | CAMBRIDGE EXHAUST GAS TESTER WHAT IT DOES IT SAVES FUEL IT SAVES TIME IT ENSURES EFFICIENCY THIS instrument is not a substitute for an able mechanic, but it gives him excellent data upon the… | ||
| scan0017 | The equipment required for experimental work on gears, including specifications for a new test house. | ||
| View original record | 4705 7.5.35. Equipment Required for Experimental work on Gears. Test House. Test House, about 25 ft. x 30 ft. situated in a quiet part of the Works, i.e., away from Aero Test Beds, Single Cylinder… | ||
| scan0018 | Comparison of electric motor drive versus petrol engine drive for a gearbox and rear axle test rig. | ||
| View original record | -2- Details of Equipment. (1) & (5) The attached prints Hs.1946/7 show alternative suggestions for a test rig suitable for both gearboxes and rear axles. The first scheme Hs.1946 has electric motor… | ||
| scan0019 | Specifications for gearbox and gear testing rigs and measuring apparatus. | ||
| View original record | -3- The capacity of the electric motor for driving the gearbox rig should be as follows. Capable of giving 150 HP. at 2000 r.p.m. for periods of 45 mins. Capable of giving a torque of 400 lbs.ft. over… | ||
| scan0020 | To Mr. Peskett regarding the completion of parts for a new front engine suspension for unit J.12717. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Peskett. X/1325 Hs/Swdl.6/KW.14.8.35. No. 5 Test House (Spectre). Will you please endeavour to finish the parts for the new front engine suspension to J.12717 as soon as possible. We are expecting… | ||
| scan0021 | Follow-up letter from C.F.R. Giesler Ltd. regarding literature on portable balancing equipment. | ||
| View original record | C.F.R. GIESLER, Ltd., ENGINEERS, Contractors to the Admiralty Directors : C. F. R. Giesler (British, German Origin) J. Hale (British) Telegrams & Cables: "DYBALMA, LONDON." Telephone: TERMINUS 4044.… | ||
| scan0022 | Research into gear silence, particularly for the Spectre gearbox, and the need for appropriate testing equipment. | ||
| View original record | To Wor: X1325 Hs/Rm.12/KW.1.10.35. Gear Silence. It will be remembered that in January of this year the question of gear silence arose, particularly with reference to the Spectre gearbox, and it was… | ||
| scan0023 | Detailed list of equipment required for a radiator test rig. | ||
| View original record | 1325 Hs/Std.20/KW.2.10.35. Detailed List of Gear Required for Radiator Test Rig. (1) Combined Fan & Electric Motor (constant speed). Fan to deliver 3300 cu.ft./min. with depression at entry to fan of… | ||
| scan0024 | Proposal outlining the equipment and facility requirements for experimental work on gears. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Equipment Required for Experimental Work on Gears. Test House. Test House about 25 ft x 30 ft., with sound insulated walls, situated in a quiet part of the Works; i.e., away from Aero Test Beds,… | ||
| scan0025 | Equipment for a test rig, comparing electric motor drive with petrol engine drive. | ||
| View original record | -2- Details of Equipment. (1) & (5) The attached prints Hs.1946/7 show alternative suggestions for a test rig suitable for both gearboxes and rear axles. The first scheme, Hs.1946, has electric motor… | ||
| scan0026 | The specifications for various gearbox and gear testing rigs. | ||
| View original record | -3- (1) The capacity of the electric motor for driving the gearbox rig should be as follows. Capable of giving 150 HP. at 2,000 r.p.m. for periods of 45 mins. Capable of giving a torque of 400 lbs.ft.… | ||
| scan0027 | Suggested arrangement for a gearbox and axle silence test rig driven by an electric motor. | ||
| View original record | SMALL RIGS ARRANGED HERE. WALLS SOUND INSULATED MOTOR WITH SWINGING FRAME. RUBBER COUPLING DOG CLUTCH GEARBOX UNDER TEST. THE BOX IS MOUNTED ON A FLAT PLATE WHICH IN TURN IS SECURED AT CORNERS ONLY ON… | ||
| scan0028 | Schematic for a suggested test rig arrangement for gearbox and axle silence testing, driven by petrol engines. | ||
| View original record | SMALL RIGS ARRANGED HERE. WALLS SOUND INSULATED. GEARBOX UNDER TEST. THE BOX IS MOUNTED ON A FLAT PLATE WHICH IN TURN IS SECURED AT CORNERS ONLY ON DISTANCE PIECES. PHANTOM GEARBOX REVERSED TO STEP UP… | ||
| scan0029 | Layout and objections to a gearbox silence test rig using a slipping belt drive. | ||
| View original record | To Hs/Rm. X1373/ Hs/FJH.12/KW.2.10.35. Gearbox Silence Test Rig. The attached sketch shows a possible layout of a gearbox test rig using the principle of slipping belt drives to obtain a large torque… | ||
| scan0030 | Recommendation against using a specific type of rig due to unsuitability for prolonged running or accurate measurements. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/FJH.12/KW.2.10.35. We consider that a rig of this type would be quite unsuitable for work involving prolonged running or accurate measurements, and would be suitable only as a means of running… | ||
| scan0031 | Diagram of a gearbox silence test rig with a differential belt drive. | ||
| View original record | GEARBOX SILENCE TEST RIG WITH DIFFERENTIAL BELT DRIVE. GEARBOX UNDER TEST. ADJUSTABLE TO ADJUST SLIPPING TORQUE. SECOND GEARBOX WITH IDENTICAL RATIOS AND ON SWINGING FRAME. ALTERNATIVE PULLEYS FOR… | ||
| scan0032 | Cover note confirming a conversation and accompanying a sketch showing the space required for a silence chamber. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Sft. From Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.14/MA.4.10.35. Confirming our conversation, herewith sketch showing the space we require for the silence chamber. Hs/Rm. | ||
| scan0033 | Letter from the Experimental Department requesting to acquire a pressure greasing, tyre pumping and cellulose spraying unit. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Exptl. Dept. HS/Rm.12/KW. 9th November, 1935. A. Limb Esq., Messrs. C. Wakefield & Co.Ltd., Wakefield House, 30 & 32, Cheapside, LONDON, E.C.2. Dear Limb, I was in a garage the other day and I… | ||
| scan0034 | Requesting the urgent completion of Shock Absorber Test Rig J.13235. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Mr. Peskett. Hs/Les.27/KW.11.11.35. Shock Absorber Test Rig J.13235. The above rig is required very urgently. Will you please therefore do all that is possible to urge the completion of this… | ||
| scan0035 | Letter from Joseph Bradbury & Sons, Ltd. enclosing a new catalogue of garage equipment. | ||
| View original record | JOSEPH BRADBURY & SONS, LTD. ESTABLISHED 1896 BRAINTREE, ENGLAND. 'PHONE : BRAINTREE 23 'GRAMS "BRADBURY BRAINTREE." MANUFACTURERS OF GARAGE EQUIPMENT, MOTOR & CYCLE TOOLS & ACCESSORIES. YOUR… | ||
| scan0036 | Specification for new type G.E. Electric Brake Testers, types E - H. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF NEW TYPE G.E. ELECTRIC BRAKE TESTERS. TYPES E - H. MOTORS. - 4 - 1/2 h.p. Continuous Rated Motors, one for each Unit are fitted. These are controlled in pairs by Press Button Switches… | ||
| scan0037 | Advertising leaflet for G.E. Electric Brake Tester models. | ||
| View original record | Front Flap: AND ITS PRICE IS— WITHIN YOUR REACH Your customer tests his own brakes at full pressure, panic application, etc. HE IS CONVINCED LET US GIVE YOU A PRACTICAL DEMONSTRATION OPEN FOLDER FOR… | ||
| scan0038 | Advertisement leaflet from Joseph Bradbury & Sons, Ltd. for G.E. brake and drum servicing equipment. | ||
| View original record | SERVICE YOUR SHOES & DRUMS WITH FACTORY PRECISION UNDER YOUR OWN SUPERVISION GE BRAKE RELINING MACHINES GE DRUM GRINDING EQUIPMENT GE ELECTRIC BRAKE TESTERS RENOWNED THROUGHOUT THE WORLD Service all… | ||
| scan0039 | Requesting an order to cover an invoice for a No.143 Valve Grinder. | ||
| View original record | K.W. No covering this please Rm Roy. C. to Hs/Rm. RHse [crossed out] Rm G/Cam/CA.44/KI.19.12.35. We have an invoice from V.L.Churchill & Co.Ltd. dated 30th ulto. on which we are charged £3/12/-d. nett… | ||
| scan0040 | Covering order for a No. 143 valve from Messrs V.L. Churchill. | ||
| View original record | X 1325 ? Roy c. to G/Cam H/s/Rm 1/JH. 20.12.35. In reply to G/Cam/CA.44/KL.19.12.35. Will you please pass a covering order to Messrs V.L.Churchill for one no. 143 valve at ~~the~~ a cost of £3/12/0d.… | ||
| scan0041 | Letter to W. & T. Avery, Ltd. regarding a requirement for weighing machines and a spring testing machine. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Les.12/KW. 11th January, 1936. Messrs. W. & T. Avery, Ltd., Soho Foundry, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sirs, We are requiring 4 weighing machines for measuring the load on each wheel of a… | ||
| scan0042 | Letter from The Capac Company Ltd regarding a 14-day delay in dispatching Bin-Aural instruments for noise detection. | ||
| View original record | X1325 MANAGING DIRECTOR C. E. NOEL-STORR. F.R.S.A. M.I.A.E. The Capac COMPANY LTD TELEPHONE : PROSPECT 4217 Registered Office: 6, OLD JEWRY, LONDON, E.C.2. Smith BIN-AURAL INSTRUMENTS (GEAR SOUND) FOR… | ||
| scan0043 | Requirement for a new spring testing machine capable of handling loads for Ph.III coil springs. | ||
| View original record | X1335 To RHC. HS/Les.5/JH.14.1.36. Spring Testing Machines. The machine used in the works for testing road springs appears to be incapable of dealing with the high loads necessary for the Ph.III coil… | ||
| scan0044 | Request to engrave a cover for a very expensive instrument. | ||
| View original record | x 1325 Miss Austin. Hs/CTS.9/KW.16.1.36. Will you kindly engrave this cover as per attached instructions. We would like this as soon as possible, as it belongs to a very expensive instrument.… | ||
| scan0045 | Required test apparatus, a Road Wheel Dynamometer and a Silence Chamber, for the new experimental shop layout. | ||
| View original record | X1325 To Hy. c. to RHC. c. to EJJ. Hs/Rm.24/KW.17.1.36. In the proposed final layout of the experimental shop and garage, in addition to the Cold Chamber there are two other pieces of test apparatus… | ||
| scan0046 | Advice note from The Capac Company Ltd for bin-aural equipment used for detecting noise and wear in mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | ADVICE NOTE MANAGING DIRECTOR C. E. NOEL-STORR, F.R.S.A. M.I.A.E. The Capac COMPANY LTD Registered Office: 6, OLD JEWRY, LONDON, E.C.2. TELEPHONE: PROSPECT 4217 BIN-AURAL INSTRUMENTS FOR DETECTION,… | ||
| scan0047 | Expired approval period for equipment from The Capac Co. Ltd., requesting either payment or return. | ||
| View original record | Hs. GRY x13.25 see me G/Cam/CA.41/IL.14.2.36. We have an invoice from The Capac Co. Ltd., 26, Brookwood Avenue, Barnes, London, S.W.13., on which we are charged £6/15/-d. for one set Type… | ||
| scan0048 | Return of a Bin-Aural instrument found to be of no use. | ||
| View original record | To G/Cam. X1325 Hs/Smth.2/JH.17.2.36. Re G/Cam/CA.41/IL.14.2.36. Please be informed that we have found the Bin-Aural instrument to be of no use to us and we are returning it today. Hs/Smth. | ||
| scan0049 | Requesting the return of a set of Bin-Aural Instruments, type B.G., to Capac Co. Ltd. as they were unsuitable. | ||
| View original record | X1328 To G/Mt. c. to D/BP. Hs/Smth.1/KW.17.2.36. Will you please send the accompanying set of Bin-Aural Instruments, type B.G., to the Capac Co. Ltd., 26, Brookwood Ave., Barnes, London, S.W.13. This… | ||
| scan0050 | Letter to The Capac Co. Ltd. returning a loaned B.G. Bin-Aural Instrument found to be of no help. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.2/KW. 17th February, 1936. The Capac Co.Ltd., 26, Brookwood Avenue, Barnes, London, S.W.13. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the loan of one of your type B.G. Bin-Aural… | ||
| scan0051 | Letter from The Capac Company Ltd. regarding returned Bin-Aural noise detection equipment. | ||
| View original record | MANAGING DIRECTOR C. E. NOEL-STORR, F.R.S.A. M.I.A.E. The Capac COMPANY LTD Registered Office: 6, OLD JEWRY, LONDON, E.C.2. TELEPHONE: PROSPECT 4217 BIN-AURAL INSTRUMENTS FOR DETECTION, LOCATION AND… | ||
| scan0052 | Letter to Messrs. Capac Ltd. regarding the unsatisfactory performance of a noise-identifying instrument. | ||
| View original record | X132-5 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Smth.5/KW. 22nd February, 1936. Messrs. Capac Ltd., 26, Brookwood Avenue, Barnes, London, S.W.13. For the attention of Mr. Noel-Storr. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the… | ||
| scan0053 | Letter from The Capac Company Ltd. regarding Bin-Aural instruments (Tectoscopes) for noise detection. | ||
| View original record | X1325 The Capac COMPANY LTD MANAGING DIRECTOR C. E. NOEL-STORR, F.R.S.A; M.I.A.E. TELEPHONE: PROSPECT 4217 Registered Office: 6, OLD JEWRY, LONDON, E.C.2. BIN-AURAL INSTRUMENTS FOR DETECTION, LOCATION… | ||
| scan0054 | Differing Durometer readings with Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co. and proposing machine calibration. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Mr. Leslie. cc Sft/Mr. Goodall. Roy/AW23/H. 25th February 1936. Our Durometer readings differ from those of The Leyland & Birmingham Rubber Co.Ltds., This however only exists on Buffers E.87033/4.… | ||
| scan0055 | Accuracy of a durometer testing instrument and refusing a request for it to leave the works. | ||
| View original record | V1325- To Roy/AW. c. to Sft/Mr. Goodall. Hs/Les.12/JH. 26.2.36. Durometer Tests. Re your Roy/AW23/H. 25.2.36. Although there are slight differences in figures obtained by various instruments, we… | ||
| scan0056 | Requesting modifications to a Trebel balancing machine to accommodate a Ph.III crank and flywheel. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. X1225 Hs/Std.15/KW.27.2.36. In order to balance the Ph.III crank and flywheel etc. complete on the Trebel balancing machine, it is necessary to run on the main journals. This will necessitate… | ||
| scan0057 | The engine test bed, a change in policy, and a proposal to test a Pierce Arrow Straight '8' engine. | ||
| View original record | X1375 jlyw c. Hs/Rm. E.7/HP.23.3.36. re Engine Test Bed. I understand at the time when we were going ahead with a Straight '8' Wraith, all the necessary arrangements had been made, and authority… | ||
| scan0058 | Letter to E.P. Barrus Ltd. requesting details and a demonstration of a new Stromberg tune-up service and instrument. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Exptl. Dept. Hs/FD.19/KW. 25th May, 1936. Messrs. E.P. Barrus Ltd., 35-37, Upper Thames St., LONDON, E.C.4. Dear Sirs, We should be very pleased to receive details of the new Stromberg tune up… | ||
| scan0059 | The disposition of test equipment in the Experimental Department, detailing issues with the garage and Cold Chamber. | ||
| View original record | To Hy. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.7/KW.26.3.36. Disposition of Test Equipment in Experimental Dept. In view of the fact that the Cold Chamber will shortly be completed we should like you to consider the… | ||
| scan0060 | Need for and status of various testing rigs and shop access. | ||
| View original record | -2- (3) Road Wheel Dynamometer. We are still being badly handicapped by the fact that we have no road wheel dynamometer. The space occupied by this was vacated owing to the pressing need of the… | ||
| scan0061 | Need for improved facilities in the No.5 Test House, similar to those in the Experimental Test House. | ||
| View original record | -3- Hs/Rm.7/KW.26.3.36. (8) No.5 Test House. We are very pleased with the facilities provided in the Experimental Test House which has just been completed for enabling the Testers to write out their… | ||
| scan0062 | Requirements for weighing machines for suspension tests. | ||
| View original record | X1325 To Hy. Hs/Gry.9/KW.26.3.36. Weighing Machines for Suspension Tests. Further to our conversation on this subject we send you the necessary requirements of these machines. (1) To read up to 2500… | ||
| scan0063 | Letter from E. P. BARRUS LTD. regarding Stromberg Tune-Up and Motoscope engine testing equipment. | ||
| View original record | E. P. BARRUS LTD. Specialists in GARAGE EQUIPMENT, WOOD AND METAL WORKING TOOLS, TECHNICAL SERVICES MANAGING DIRECTOR: E. P. BARRUS (A.M.) DIRECTORS: H. F. BARRUS (A.M.) P. A. BARRUS REPRESENTATIVES &… | ||
| scan0064 | Letter from E.P. Barrus Ltd. regarding a demonstration of a Motoscope and Stromberg instrument. | ||
| View original record | E. P. BARRUS, LIMITED. TO Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. DATE 27/5/36 SHEET No. 2 to attend at any time at your convenience, and would be delighted to arrange for a Motoscope to be available at the time of… | ||
| scan0065 | Brochure for the Stromberg Motoscope, a new system for car tune-ups. | ||
| View original record | STROMBERG MOTOSCOPE New System Car Tune-up | ||
| scan0066 | Brochure for the Stromberg Junior Mercury Vacameter and the Stromberg Motoscope 'C' engine testing outfit. | ||
| View original record | STROMBERG JUNIOR MERCURY VACAMETER Visible From Two Sides The demand for a low-priced mercury vacuum gauge resulted in the development of this smaller instrument. Consequently, it has all the features… | ||
| scan0067 | Promotional leaflet for Stromberg and Motoscope automotive analysers and testers. | ||
| View original record | MOTOSCOPE "C" The Motoscope "C" is one of the most practical analysers that has ever been developed, as it performs a great number of tests with accuracy. It was built to meet the demand for a large,… | ||
| scan0068 | Blank engine tune-up report form from a Stromberg 'Motoscope'. | ||
| View original record | STROMBERG "MOTOSCOPE" ENGINE TUNE-UP REPORT Owner Address Telephone Date Make of Car Year Model Mileage Job No. Operator Battery and Starter: Open Voltage Test: Cell 1 2 3 4 5 6 { Should read 2 volts… | ||
| scan0069 | Blank Stromberg 'Motoscope' engine tune-up report form for vehicle servicing. | ||
| View original record | STROMBERG “MOTOSCOPE” ENGINE TUNE-UP REPORT Owner....................................................... Address................................................... Telephone........................… | ||
| scan0070 | Stromberg 'Motoscope' engine tune-up report form. | ||
| View original record | STROMBERG “MOTOSCOPE” ENGINE TUNE-UP REPORT Owner Address Telephone.......................Date....................... Make of Car Year Model Mileage Job No. Operator Battery and Starter: Open Voltage… | ||
| scan0071 | Stromberg 'Motoscope' engine tune-up report form. | ||
| View original record | STROMBERG “ MOTOSCOPE ” ENGINE TUNE-UP REPORT Owner Address Telephone Date Make of Car Year Model Mileage Job No. Operator Battery and Starter: Open Voltage Test: Cell 1...2...3...4...5...6... {… | ||
| scan0072 | Stromberg 'Motoscope' engine tune-up report form. | ||
| View original record | STROMBERG “ MOTOSCOPE ” ENGINE TUNE-UP REPORT Owner................................................ Address.............................................. Telephone..........................… | ||
| scan0073 | Blank Stromberg 'Motoscope' Engine Tune-Up Report form. | ||
| View original record | STROMBERG “MOTOSCOPE” ENGINE TUNE-UP REPORT Owner Address Telephone Date Make of Car Year Model Mileage Job No. Operator Battery and Starter : Open Voltage Test: Cell 1...2...3...4...5...6... { Should… | ||
| scan0074 | Blank Stromberg 'Motoscope' engine tune-up report form. | ||
| View original record | STROMBERG “ MOTOSCOPE ” ENGINE TUNE-UP REPORT Owner Address Telephone Date Make of Car Year Model Mileage Job No. Operator Battery and Starter : Open Voltage Test : Cell 1...2...3...4...5...6... {… | ||
| scan0075 | Letter to Messrs. E.P. Barrus Ltd. declining to proceed with an offered instrument. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.5/KW. 30th May, 1936. Messrs. E.P. Barrus Ltd., 35, Upper Thames St., LONDON, E.C.4. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 27th May. This instrument does not seem to be… | ||
| scan0076 | Order for Selsyn equipment and a motor generator for chassis steering tests. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. From Hs/Rm. X1325 Hs/Rm.S/MJ.4.6.36. CHASSIS STEERING TESTS. In connection with the above we wish to install similar apparatus to that used successfully by General Motors of America. Will you… | ||
| scan0077 | Request for the manufacture of two Ignition Cam Extractors for the Experimental Department's No.30 test bed. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Gallimore X1325 Hs/CTS.30/KW.9.6.36. Ignition Cam Extractor. Will you please have made 2 off H.34528 Cam Extractor, for use in No.30 test bed, Exptl. Dept. Hs/C.T.Salt. | ||
| scan0078 | Request addressed to Miss Austin to engrave a Galvanometer for the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Miss Austin. Hs/CTS.2/KW.12.6.36. as follows :- Will you please engrave this Galvanometer No. 30 TEST BED EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. And oblige. Hs/C.T.Salt. | ||
| scan0079 | Night letter cablegram to Pioneer Instrument Company requesting a quotation for an Autosyn Transmitter and Receiver. | ||
| View original record | X1325 26.6.36. PIONEER INSTRUMENT COMPANY, 754 LEXINGTON AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NEW YORK. (NIGHT LETTER CABLEGRAM) PLEASE SEND QUOTATION FOR PRICE AND DELIVERY OF AUTOSYN TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER TYPE 769… | ||
| scan0080 | Deferred cable telegram confirming the price and delivery time for 'Autosyns' parts. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED BY PRIVATE WIRE FROM POSTAL TELEGRAPH STANDARD TIME INDICATED IN THIS MESSAGE Postal Telegraph THE INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM Commercial Cables Mackay All America Cables Radio TELEGRAMS CABLEGRAMS… | ||
| scan0081 | Letter to The Aerograph Co. Ltd. requesting a catalogue of their Spraying Guns. | ||
| View original record | * 1325 Exptl. Dept. Hs/FD. S/JH. 2nd July, 1936. The Aerograph Co.Ltd., Lower Sydenham, LONDON, S.E. 26. Dear Sirs, We should be very obliged if you would send us a catalogue of your Spraying Guns.… | ||
| scan0082 | Request to purchase a spray gun for the Experimental Garage to handle minor repairs and painting jobs in-house. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. x 1375 Hs/FD.11/KW.7.7.36. We frequently incur small Coachbuilders' bills for mudguard repairs and minor painting jobs which could easily be done in the Experimental Dept. if we had a Spray Gun… | ||
| scan0083 | Requesting the rebuild of a Trebel balancing machine for immediate testing of Ph.III shafts. | ||
| View original record | X1325 To RHC. Hs/Gry.8/KW.28.8.36. We are very anxious to be able to use the Trebel balancing machine for balancing Ph.III propellor shafts. At the moment it is in pieces while new parts are being… | ||
| scan0084 | Letter requesting particulars of a Brake and Alignment tester from Weaver Manufacturing Co. | ||
| View original record | X1375 Exptl. Dept. Hs/AFM.24/KW. 1st September, 1936. The Weaver Manufacturing Co., Springfield, Illinois, U.S.A. Dear Sirs, With reference to your advertisement in the "Motor" of June 1936, we should… | ||
| scan0085 | Letter from Weaver Manufacturing Company regarding their Brake and Alignment Tester. | ||
| View original record | X1325 MARTINDALE WEAVER TRADE MARK WEAVER MANUFACTURING COMPANY MANUFACTURERS OF AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EQUIPMENT SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS, U.S.A. September 10, 1936. CABLE ADDRESS "WEAVER" CODES BENTLEY'S… | ||
| scan0086 | Letter to The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders Ltd regarding the suitability of brake testing machines for servo-assisted brakes. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Mr. Martindale. X1325 11th. September 1936. BY.3/G. The Secretary, The Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders Ltd., 83 Pall Mall, London. S.W.1. Dear Sir, BRAKE TESTS IN PALESTINE. With… | ||
| scan0087 | Letter from British Weaver Manufacturing Co., Ltd. proposing a meeting to discuss their Brake Testers. | ||
| View original record | MARTINDALE BRITISH WEAVER MANUFACTURING CO., LTD. DIRECTORS: JOHN JARDINE. GEORGE LAIRD. ALEXANDER F. GRAY. LEONARD R. ROPNER. W. GORDON RUGGINS (MAN. DIR.) SECRETARY: WALTER J. WILSON, C.A. REG.… | ||
| scan0088 | Letter to The British Weaver Manfg. Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting about Brake Testers. | ||
| View original record | X 18-25 ? Exptl. Dept. Hs/AFM.8/KW. Your Ref: WGR/AMH. 21st September, 1936. The British Weaver Manfg. Co.Ltd., 10, Paul Street, London, E.C.2. Dear Sirs, Brake Testers. We are in receipt of your… | ||
| scan0089 | Letter from Weaver Manufacturing Co. Ltd. proposing a trial installation of their Brake Testing Equipment. | ||
| View original record | WEAVER MANUFACTURING Co., LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF WEAVER GARAGE EQUIPMENT 10, Paul Street, LONDON, E.C.2. TELEPHONE: BISHOPSGATE 8680. TELEGRAMS: WEAVERQUIP, FINSQUARE, LONDON. CABLES: WEAVERQUIP,… | ||
| scan0090 | Letter from the Managing Director of British Weaver MFG. CO. LTD. regarding the installation of Weaver Equipment. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - This Weaver Equipment has been installed in practically every American Automobile Factory, in both their research and service departments, and in some cases the production department, whilst… | ||
| scan0091 | Letter to The British Weaver Manufacturing Co. Ltd. regarding the potential trial of a Weaver unit at the Derby works. | ||
| View original record | X1325 Exptl. Dept. Hs/AFM. 8/JH. 3rd October, 1936. Your ref. WGR/AMH. The British Weaver Manufacturing Co.Ltd., 10, Paul Street, LONDON. E.C.8. Dear Sirs, We return herewith the two pamphlets lent to… | ||
| scan0092 | Letter from British Weaver Manufacturing Co., Ltd. accepting an offer to install a Brake Tester in the experimental department. | ||
| View original record | X1325 BRITISH WEAVER MANUFACTURING CO., LTD. MANUFACTURERS OF WEAVER GARAGE EQUIPMENT DIRECTORS: JOHN JARDINE. GEORGE LAIRD. ALEXANDER F. GRAY. LEONARD R. ROPNER. W. GORDON RUGGINS (MAN. DIR.)… | ||
| scan0093 | Purchase of a Cossor Electronic Indicator to replace the Ashcroft type for shock damper research. | ||
| View original record | X1325 To Rm. Hs/WB.16/KW.9.10.36. K.W. Retain for reference Rm Shock Absorber Indicator. The Ashcroft type indicator which has done excellent service in the past as a shock damper indicator, has… | ||
| scan0094 | Booklet for the Cossor Electronic Engine Indicator, a cathode ray instrument. | ||
| View original record | THE COSSOR ELECTRONIC ENGINE INDICATOR (PATENT APPLIED FOR) A CATHODE RAY INSTRUMENT HAVING MANY APPLICATIONS TO ENGINEERING DESIGNED IN THE RESEARCH DEPARTMENT OF A. C. COSSOR LTD. L.179.A | ||
| scan0095 | Instruction and guarantee manual for the Cossor Electronic Engine Indicator. | ||
| View original record | THE COSSOR ELECTRONIC ENGINE INDICATOR • INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE & GUARANTEE • Published by A. C. COSSOR Ltd., Highbury Grove, London, N.5 I.L. 179 | ||
| scan0096 | Letter to The Renold & Coventry Chain Co. Ltd. regarding testing a chain for an overhead camshaft and discussing noise and vibration. | ||
| View original record | +1325 Exptl. Dept. Hs/CTS.7/KW. 12th October, 1936. R. Coulson Esq., The Renold & Coventry Chain Co.Ltd., Renold Works, Didbury, Manchester. Dear Sir, We have on test one of your chains driving an… | ||
| scan0097 | The order of two emery wheels for a Rotax Electric Grinder. | ||
| View original record | X1325 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Hs/AFM.10/KW.12.10.36. Rotax Electric Grinder. Will you please order two emery wheels, one fine and one coarse, to fit a Rotax 5" Heavy Duty Electric Grinder, serial No.… | ||
| scan0098 | Compressed air pipe and poor lighting in No. 5 test house. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ/JV. From Rm/Swdl. 1325 Rm/Swdl.18/MJ.30.10.36. NO.5 TEST HOUSE. Will you please bring through from No.2 test house into the above, the compressed air pipe for cleaning purposes. Hose and… | ||
| scan0099 | Letter from the Experimental Dept. requesting a further tensioner for an experimental engine chain drive. | ||
| View original record | 1325 (Experimental Dept.) Rm/CTS.2/R. 20th November, 1936. J. Weller, Esq., Old Time Cottage, West Horsley, SURREY. Dear Sir, With reference to the tensioner supplied by you, which we are running on… | ||
| scan0100 | Covering order to send one tensioner to a customer. | ||
| View original record | 1325 Roy. from Rm. c. to G/JWH. Rm3/R.20.11.36. Will you please send a covering order for one tensioner to:- J. Weller, Esq., Old Time Cottage, West Horsley, SURREY. Our memo reference - Rm/CTS.2/R.… | ||
| scan0101 | Need for improved rig testing equipment and facilities for aero engine and chassis development. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten] To Hs. from HFS. Swell? Do we get our share of G.R.T.? from this proposal Rm 1325 [Typed] HFS.A/CR.22.12.36. RIG TESTING EQUIPMENT. The question of rig testing is becoming one of vital… | ||
| scan0102 | Urgent need for new equipment and facility upgrades for a testing department, citing safety and capability issues. | ||
| View original record | -2- information is obtainable from each unit, and radical development is absolutely impossible. Furthermore, effective endurance testing is often beyond the capabilities of the rig itself, and in… | ||
| scan0103 | Specification document detailing test rigs for Merlin and Kestrel engine coolant and airscrew pumps. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF TEST RIGS. SEE PLAN AND INDEX SHEET ATTACHED. AERO. COOLANT PUMPS. 1.A. Merlin endurance test rig. Two speeds required, 1,000 P.R.P.M. - for running in - and 3900 P.R.P.M. - normal.… | ||
| scan0104 | List of specifications for various endurance and performance test rigs and procedures. | ||
| View original record | -2- 2.B. Merlin & Hele-Shaw Endurance & Performance Tests. Specification as for 2.A. 3 HP. variable speed motor 1,750 P.R.P.M. 2.C. Blade Mechanism Test Rig. 1 off each for Merlin and Kestrel to test… | ||
| scan0105 | Specifications for endurance and performance test rigs for pumps, compressors, and seals. | ||
| View original record | -3- OIL PUMPS & RELIEF VALVES. 6. Endurance & Performance Tests. Kestrel, Merlin, Exe. 10 HP. variable speed motor 2,500 P.R.P.M. - geared for Exe to 3,500 P.R.P.M. Rig to tilt - minimum 15°, maximum… | ||
| scan0106 | Endurance test specifications for valves, springs, and related engine components. | ||
| View original record | -4- from 0 to 5" diam. To run in connection with Albany auxiliary pump unit. 10. VALVES & SPRINGS. Endurance Tests of Valves, Springs, Seats, & Cam & Rocker Mechanism including Valve Bounce Tests. 10… | ||
| scan0107 | Specification document for various test rigs, including those for shock absorbers, valves, springs, and coolant pumps. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF TEST RIGS. CHASSIS. SHOCK ABSORBERS. 11.A. Endurance Test Rig. 5 HP. fixed speed motor, 750 R.P.M. with gear box attached to give reducing range of speed - existing, but mounting… | ||
| scan0108 | List of performance and endurance test specifications for oil pumps, fuel pumps, gearboxes, and rear axles. | ||
| View original record | -2- OIL PUMPS. 14.A. Phantom III Performance and Endurance Tests. 3 HP. variable speed motor 2,500 R.P.M. to test pumps in conjunction with sumps, filters, and coolers. Steam heated tank 3 gallons… | ||
| scan0109 | Specification document detailing various test rigs and workshop equipment. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF TEST RIGS. MISCELLANEOUS. 18. Deflection Tests. - Heavy Duty. Large beds 12' x 8' x 1' grooved on all sides to take .750 diameter bolts, 5" centres. Flanged internally for securing to… | ||
| scan0110 | List of requirements for workshop and test facility equipment such as pits, benches, cranes, and utilities. | ||
| View original record | -2- PIT. The existing pit should be lengthened by 3' to 4' and widened by approximately 1' particularly the latter for when working with heavy loads present conditions are dangerous. The floor… | ||
| scan0111 | Page detailing requirements for workshop equipment including wiring, heating tanks, pumps, and ventilation systems. | ||
| View original record | -3- ATTENTION TO WIRING. Particular attention should be paid to wiring of transportable units, and electrically heated tanks. These should be connected by wall plugs and sockets to the mains, with… | ||
| scan0112 | Summary of new tackle required for rig test equipment, specifically listing electric motors. | ||
| View original record | RIG TEST EQUIPMENT. SUMMARY OF NEW TACKLE REQUIRED. The index numbers given before each item indicate the general specification numbers. ELECTRIC MOTORS. - AERO RIGS. 1A. 15 HP. A.C. fixed speed… | ||
| scan0113 | List of specifications for bed plates and fluid tanks for aero and chassis applications. | ||
| View original record | -2- BED PLATES. A bed plate is required for each new rig to accommodate the motor, drives, and accessories. These can be practically all standard engine test bed, or similar slotted type plates, with… | ||
| scan0114 | Miscellaneous list of office furniture, buildings, equipment, and modifications. | ||
| View original record | -3- MISCELLANEOUS. 22. Office. 23. Instrument cupboard. Extra benches. Outhouse for storage, electrical apparatus, fuel pumps (2 storey) and water pressure and flow tests. 2 off 2 ton cranes. 1 off 20… | ||
| scan0115 | Layout diagram of an extended test rig section showing the placement of various testing equipment and a corresponding key. | ||
| View original record | LAYOUT OF EXTENDED TEST RIG SECTION. DIAGRAM LABELS: STORES BENCH PIT GENERATORS, FUSE BOARD ETC. TOP COMPARTMENT AERO FUEL PUMPS LOWER " CHASSIS FUEL PUMP & CARBURETTER TESTS AND 15 7 KEY: COOLANT… | ||
| scan0116 | The importance of augmenting rig testing equipment for aero engines and chassis development. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from HPS. c. to Hy. c. to EJJ. c. to RHC. c. to Hm. c. to Lr. Spare Copy HPS.1/CB.22.12.36. RIG TESTING EQUIPMENT. The question of rig testing is becoming one of vital importance to the… | ||
| scan0117 | Need for new equipment and the reorganization of the Rig Testing Department. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - information is obtainable from each unit, and radical development is absolutely impossible. Furthermore, effective endurance testing is often beyond the capabilities of the rig itself, and in… | ||
| scan0118 | Specification document detailing the requirements for various aero engine component test rigs. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF TEST RIGS. See Plan and Index Sheet attached. AERO. COOLANT PUMP. 1.A. Merlin Endurance Test Rig. Two speeds required, 1,000 P.R.P.M. - for running in - and 3900 P.R.P.M. - normal.… | ||
| scan0119 | Specifications for various endurance and performance tests on engine and aircraft components. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - 2.B. Merlin & Hele-Shaw Endurance & Performance Tests. Specification as for 2.A. 3.HP. variable speed motor 1,750 P.R.P.M. 2.C. Blade Mechanism Test Rig. 1 off each for Merlin and Kestrel to… | ||
| scan0120 | Endurance and performance test specifications for oil pumps, fuel pumps, air compressors, and oil seals. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - OIL PUMPS & RELIEF VALVES. 6. Endurance & Performance Tests, Kestrel, Merlin, Exe. 10 HP. variable speed motor 2,500 P.R.P.M. - geared for Exe to 3,500 P.R.P.M. Rig to tilt - minimum 15º,… | ||
| scan0121 | Page detailing the setup for endurance tests on engine valves, springs, and related mechanisms. | ||
| View original record | - 4 - from 0 to 5" diam. To run in connection with Albany auxiliary pump unit. 9. VALVES & SPRINGS. Endurance Tests of Valves, Springs, Seats & Cam and Rocker Mechanism. Including Valve Bounce Tests.… | ||
| scan0122 | Specification document detailing the requirements for various component test rigs. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF TEST RIGS. CHASSIS. SHOCK ABSORBERS. 1.A. Endurance Test Rig. 5.HP. fixed speed motor, 750 R.P.M. with gear box attached to give reducing range of speed - existing, but mounting… | ||
| scan0123 | Performance and endurance test specifications for oil pumps, fuel pumps, gearboxes, and rear axles. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - OIL PUMPS. 13.A. Phantom III Performance and Endurance Tests. 3.HP. variable speed motor 2,500 P.R.P.M. to test pumps in conjunction with sumps, filters, and coolers. Steam heated tank 3 gallons… | ||
| scan0124 | Specification document detailing requirements for various test rigs and workshop equipment. | ||
| View original record | 1 SPECIFICATION OF TEST RIGS. MISCELLANEOUS. 17. Deflection Tests - Heavy Duty. Large beds 12' x 8' x 1' grooved on all sides to take .750 diameter bolts, 5" centres. Flanged internally for securing… | ||
| scan0125 | List of specifications for workshop and test facility equipment and infrastructure. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - PIT. The existing pit should be lengthened by 3' to 4' and widened by approximately 1' - particularly the latter for when working with heavy loads ,present conditions are dangerous. The floor… | ||
| scan0126 | List of specifications for workshop wiring, heating, pumps, and ventilation. | ||
| View original record | - 3 - ATTENTION TO WIRING. Particular attention should be paid to wiring of transportable units, and electrically heated tanks. These should be connected by wall plugs and sockets to the mains, with… | ||
| scan0127 | Order for two dozen Tecalemit filters for use on experimental chassis unit beds. | ||
| View original record | 1325. To Roy. Rm/Swdl.5/JH.24.12.36. Will you please order two dozen Tecalemit filters of the type O.F. 1054 type 123/12 for use on the experimental, chassis unit beds. Rm/L.H.Swindall. | ||
| scan0128 | Request to fabricate a suitable guard for testing engine fans in No. 30 Test House. | ||
| View original record | 1325. To Mr. Peskett. Rm/CTS.8/JH.5.1.37. No.30 Test House. Will you please have a suitable guard made for testing fans on one of the engines into the above test house. Rm/C.T.Salt. | ||
| scan0129 | Request to despatch a Jaegar Rev. Counter for repair to the makers. | ||
| View original record | 1325 G/Mt. from Rm/CTS. Rm/CTS1/R.5.1.37. No.30 TEST HOUSE. Will you please despatch to the Makers one Jaegar Rev. Counter No.32177 for repair to order number 555; this instrument to be returned to… | ||
| scan0130 | Despatch of a Jaegar rev-counter for repair. | ||
| View original record | TS 1325. To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/CTS.1/JH.6.1.37. No.30 Test House. We have sent one Jaegar rev-counter to the central stores for despatch to the makers for repair. Will you please instruct stores to… | ||
| scan0131 | Request to order two dozen Tecalemit Filters for Experimental Chassis Test Beds. | ||
| View original record | Copy from Rm/Swdl. o to G/JWH. 138w5 σ Rm/Swdl.4/M.16.2.37. Will you please order two dozen Tecalemit Filters of the type OF 1054 type 123/12 for use on the Experimental Chassis Test Beds. Rm/Swdl. | ||
| scan0132 | Letter from James Cochrane & Co. regarding 'Stroborama' and 'Stroboret' research and testing equipment. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, PRINCIPAL RAILWAYS, TRAMWAYS, MINES, ETC. JAMES COCHRANE & CO., (J. COCHRANE) TELEPHONE: AVENUE 1573. TELEGRAMS & CABLES: JICORANE, FEN, LONDON. CODES: A.B.C. 4TH & 5TH… | ||
| scan0133 | Cover page for notes on the 'Stroborama' research and testing equipment for motion analysis. | ||
| View original record | THE ANALYSIS OF MOTION. SOME NOTES ON THE "STROBORAMA" RESEARCH AND TESTING EQUIPMENT 101.LEADENHALL STREET. LONDON.E.C.3. Phones: Avenue 1573. Richmond 1566. JAS COCHRANE & CO | ||
| scan0134 | Technical paper discussing the history and limitations of stroboscopes and introducing the 'Stroborama'. | ||
| View original record | FOREWORD. Capacity for perfecting or improving mechanisms depends largely on adequate equipment being available to the research engineer. Mechanisms, apparently perfect in design and construction… | ||
| scan0135 | The principles of stroboscopic illumination and synchronisation using the 'STROBORAMA' instrument. | ||
| View original record | interference of daylight or artificial light and observations may be easily conducted without darkening the room. The image of the mechanism appears so clear, and so sharp, that it is strongly… | ||
| scan0136 | The uses and advantages of the STROBORAMA instrument for slow-motion study of mechanical parts. | ||
| View original record | DIRECT OR POSITIVE SYNCHRONISATION: Where organs, running at erratic speeds, are to be observed, means are provided for the contact breaker element of the synchroniser control to be removed for direct… | ||
| scan0137 | The various industrial and scientific applications of the STROBORAMA stroboscope. | ||
| View original record | the cause of noisy brakes. A study of brakes and brake drums vibration may possibly find Pneumatic or solid tyres are made to appear at extremely slow motion while passing over obstructions set on the… | ||
| scan0138 | The various applications and benefits of the Stroborama stroboscope across different industries. | ||
| View original record | GENERAL MECHANICS:- The Stroborama renders visible any vibrations of even small amplitude: it measures easily their period and locates their occurrence or orientation. The balance of rotating parts is… | ||
| scan0139 | Partial list of users of the 'Stroborama', categorized by state laboratories, universities, and motor works. | ||
| View original record | Partial List of Users of "STROBORAMA" Georges Claude STATE LABORATORIES Section Technique de l'Artillerie Paris (France) " " de l'Aeronautique Paris (France) (Service de Moteurs) " " de l'Aeronautique… | ||
| scan0140 | Leaflet describing the 'STROBORET' type 'R' research and testing equipment from James Cochrane & Co. | ||
| View original record | RESEARCH AND TESTING EQUIPMENT We have pleasure to enclose a copy of our leaflet describing the "STROBORET" type "R", a perusal of which we trust will be of interest to you. The "Stroboret" is an… | ||
| scan0141 | Leaflet describing the 'STROBORET' type 'R' research and testing equipment. | ||
| View original record | RESEARCH AND TESTING EQUIPMENT We have pleasure to enclose a copy of our leaflet describing the "STROBORET" type "R", a perusal of which we trust will be of interest to you. The "Stroboret" is an… | ||
| scan0142 | Excerpt from a review in 'FLIGHT' magazine about the 'STROBORAMA' device shown at the Paris Show. | ||
| View original record | AN ENGINEER AT THE PARIS SHOW Excerpt from Review by H.J.Pollard. Wh Ex., F.R.Ae S. "FLIGHT" 31st December 1936. Another extremely interesting exhibit was a part of the aerodynamic section shown under… | ||
| scan0143 | List of companies categorized by industry, including European, American, and UK firms. | ||
| View original record | -2- ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES Magnetos R.B. Paris Compagnie Electre Hydro-Electrique d'Auvergne Clermont-Ferrand. Soc. de Constructions Electrique Wageor Saint-Etienne. S.E.V. Issy (France) General… | ||
| scan0144 | Promotional leaflet for the Stroboret type R and Stroborama Type C tele-tachometers. | ||
| View original record | STROBORET type R Representatives for Great Britain, Dominions, and Colonies: JAMES COCHRANE & Co. 101 Leadenhall Street LONDON — E.C. 3 TELEPHONE AVENUE 3043 STROBORET TYPE R New Tele-Tachometer… | ||
| scan0145 | Instruction manual for the STROBORET type R speed measuring instrument. | ||
| View original record | STROBORET type R In order to set the slits the disc is turned in such a way, as to bring the white point marked on its face into a position, in which it is visible through the centre of the visor. On… | ||
| scan0146 | Product leaflet for the 'Stroborama' stroboscopic analysis equipment and its attachments. | ||
| View original record | No. 7. Photograph showing the installations required for measuring the shaft torsion of an aeroplane motor by the direct method. (Photograph taken at the Paris Aeronautical Exhibition at the section… | ||
| scan0147 | Technical bulletin describing the 'Stroborama' stroboscopic apparatus and its industrial applications. | ||
| View original record | No. 2. Propeller, 6 feet diameter, at 2400 R. P. M. Displacement speed at end of blade 216 m/sec. (650 feet/second.) carried out because it is possible to observe the moving part apparently completely… | ||
| scan0148 | Request to obtain two Hoffman self-aligning bearings for a test rig. | ||
| View original record | 1325 Roy. from Rm/AFM. c. HPS/WB. c. G/JWH. Rm/AFM10/R.9.4.37. HOFFMAN BEARINGS. Will you please obtain:- 2 bearings from Hoffmans, type U.M.S.5. These are self-aligning bearings wanted for a test… | ||
| scan0149 | Request to manufacture a 'cut-out' attachment with a throttle valve for testing exhaust silencers on a test bench. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/CTS. TEST TACKLE. We wish to have an attachment made, for testing exhaust silencers on the test bench. This is to be used as a 'cut-out', and should be a heavy casting, having two… | ||
| scan0150 | Directive clarifying that the Millwrights department is responsible for manufacturing Test Tackle. | ||
| View original record | Rm. Lr. Wd. from Hs/Ryc. Copy to HPS. 1325 All testers please note Rm Test Tackle HPS. has drawn our attention to the fact that he is occasionally requested to make items of Test Tackle, which should… | ||
| scan0151 | Order for chemical thermometers for experimental test tackle maintenance. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/JV. Rm/RC. EJJ/JV16/JC9. 12. 37. [Handwritten in red]: 132- 52407. Re - EXPERIMENTAL TEST TACKLE MAINTENANCE. [Illegible looping signature] Please order from Messrs. Negretti & Zambra Ltd.,:-… | ||
| scan0152 | Note clarifying a request for a 14mm adaptor and six diaphragms is independent of other orders. | ||
| View original record | Piles 1326 Re our request to R.H for one 14 mm adaptor and 6 diaphragms - we shall still require these .- This order is quite independent from any orders placed by Wd who will require all his… | ||
| scan0153 | Requesting parts to complete a Sunbury type cylinder pressure unit for a detonation investigation on new engines. | ||
| View original record | SWDC Please let me know prices Rm To - Rm. Lr/HWS.9/JS.21.12.38. Re. Detonation Investigation on New Engines. 30/Nov We have obtained a Sunbury type cylinder pressure unit from the CI. Department, but… | ||
| scan0154 | Internal request to order diaphragms and an adaptor from Standard Telephone & Cables for experimental use. | ||
| View original record | 7325 To Roy. from Rm/Swdl. c. G/JWH. Rm/Swdl.12/MH.16.1.39. Will you please order the following from Messrs. Standard Telephone & Cables for use on the explt. chassis unit beds. When received, please… | ||
| scan0155 | Clarifying the correct use of order numbers for test beds and test tackle. | ||
| View original record | 1325 R Cenyth. All Testers HPS/Ker.1/EP.10.5.39. RE: TEST BEDS AND TEST TACKLE. Order numbers 815 and 816 should be used only for Test Bed installations and should not be used in connection with any… | ||
| scan0156 | Request to obtain a Hasler device for the Experimental Garage. | ||
| View original record | 1325 To Roy. c. to G/JWH. Rm/FD.2/JH.16.5.39. Will you please obtain a Hasler complete in case for use in the Experimenta Garage. This should be obtained from The Hasler Telegraph Works, 26, Victoria… | ||
| scan0157 | Request for replacement parts for a worn Summers' Torsional Indicator. | ||
| View original record | 1325? To HPS. from Rm/Swdl. c. HPS/RH. Rm/Swdl.6/MH.24.6.39. SUMMERS' TORSIONAL INDICATOR. The above instrument has been used extensively and parts are beginning to get worn, one of the recording arms… | ||
| scan0158 | Requesting the repair of a stop watch from No.2. Bed. | ||
| View original record | 1325 To HPS/AM. Rm/Ed.5/JH.26.6.39. Stop watch - No.2. Bed. Will you please send the stop watch away for repair. On return it should be handed to Rm/Ed. Rm/Ed. | ||
| scan0159 | Requesting the return of Jaeger rev counter No.01187 to the makers for overhaul. | ||
| View original record | 1315? To HPS/AM. from Rm/Swdl. Rm/Swdl.1/MH.22.8.39. Will you please return to the makers for overhaul, the Jaeger rev counter No.01187 we hand you herewith. Rm/Swdl. | ||
| scan0160 | Order for replacement parts for the Summers Torsional Indicator. | ||
| View original record | 1325 To HPS/RH. Rm/JRS.1/JH.15.12.39. re Summers Torsional Indicator. In our memo. Rm/Swdl.6/MH.24.6.39. we ordered for replacement purposes some new parts for the Summers Torsigraph namely :- 2 off… | ||
| scan0161 | Clarifying the ownership of rig test equipment being moved to the Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. c. to Hs. c. to HPS. 1325 Rm.19/JH.19.1.40. Removal of Rig Test Equipment to the Clan Foundry. Further to our discussion on this subject. As some confusion is likely to arise as to which rigs… | ||
| scan0162 | Outlining a new system for the management and tracking of experimental scientific apparatus. | ||
| View original record | 1325 To Rm/FJH. Rm/CTS. Rm/Wym. Rm/Clm. Rm/RC. Rm/MHR. Rm/Col. Rm/FD. Rm/TAS. Rm/JRS. Rm.7/ML.17.2.40. Experimental Scientific Apparatus. From time to time we have acquired a large amount of… | ||
| scan0163 | Confirming a list of motors to be taken to 'the Clan' and suggesting arranging for replacements. | ||
| View original record | 1325 HPS. from Rm. Rm.11/ML.12.4.40. Confirming our conversation of this morning we gave you a list of the motors which we should want to take to the Clan; (Rm.19/JH.19.1.40.) We suggest that if any… | ||
| scan0164 | Letter to British Belting & Asbestos, Ltd. requesting a four-yard sample of strapping for testing as suspension rebound straps. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Clm.5/ET. 15th November, 1940. 13257 British Belting & Asbestos, Ltd., CLECKHEATON, Yorks. Dear Sirs, We require some strapping similar to the enclosed specimen, for use as suspension rebound… | ||
| scan0165 | Proposed program of tests for a coolant pump rig, detailing three endurance tests for different pump types. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/GB. Copy to Rm/Col. 1325 Rm/GB.6/GT.14.3.41. COOLANT PUMP RIG. Here is our proposed program of tests. 1. Endurance test of original B.60 single bolt drive pump (L.O.P. EB.4207). It is… | ||
| scan0166 | Request to Timkon Ltd. for two sets of bearings urgently required for a test rig. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Clm.1/ET. 24th March, 1941. 1325 Messrs. Timkon Ltd., Erdington, Aston, B I R M I N G H A M. Dear Sirs, Can you supply us with two sets of the following bearings:- Cup 14274 and Cone 14132 and Cup… | ||
| scan0167 | Requesting the wiring of a 10 HP motor for the Suspension Test Rig at Clan Foundry. | ||
| View original record | To BJJ/DE. from Rm/GB. 1325 Rm/GB.3/ET.23.4.41. Re: SUSPENSION TEST RIG - CLAN FOUNDRY. Will you please arrange for the 10 H.P. motor on the above rig to be wired. The switchgear is here. Rm/GB. | ||