Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page001 | Method of removing rear axle taper nut. | ||
| View original record | X140 Section 500. Description: Method of removing rear axle Taper nut. Date: 6-1-12 REPORT: Start from P/O dated 2/1/12. Date: 6-1-12 REPORT: Was instructed. Date: 2/2/12 REPORT: Works material Date:… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page002 | Sample report card demonstrating the filing system's common hole. | ||
| View original record | Date Miles REPORT Date Miles REPORT To show common hole E.H. File | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page003 | Proposed experiment to measure the deflection of a bevel rear axle and its pinion under twist. | ||
| View original record | CCOPY. R.R. -100-3-11/F.P. or 30-10-11 G. MOSS. Mr Barrington. X140 Le Canadel, 4th February 1912. Members of the Technical Committee. Re Bevel Rear Axle. Mr Royce wishes us to rig up an axle in such… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page004 | With a diagram explaining how to carry out tests on bevel axles. | ||
| View original record | R.R. Std. (2000) (P.P. 65 26.10.10 C 200) COPY. Mr Barrington. N5/B7212. Le Canadel, 4th February 1912. Members of the Technical Committee. Re Bevel Axles. X781 [Handwritten annotations on diagram]… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page005 | From Mr. Royce detailing experiments for a quieter rear axle using different gear configurations. | ||
| View original record | R.R. Mds. (100) (F.P.) M. 26-10-11. G. M&S COPY Mr Barrington. X140 N3/B15212. Le Canadel, 12th February 1912. Members of the Technical Committee. Re Rear Axle. Mr Royce wishes us to try 17 tooth… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page006 | Rear axle gear ratios and a quote from Mr. Royce regarding a suggested alteration. | ||
| View original record | COPY. R.R. B/PA (1000) (PT 502 12M 12/28) Re Rear Axle. Mr Bailey instructed the 17/52 gears of 4's pitch on February 17th and this ratio with 16 teeth on pinion on February 19th. With reference to… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page007 | The fitting of wider, coarser pitch gears to an axle for Mr. Royce's car, including his direct input. | ||
| View original record | COPY. R.R. B.H.(DERBY) LTD VMS BA/EMH COPY Re Car for Mr Royce. Mr Bailey has these wider gears of the 4's pitch in hand, also the wider and still coarser pitch gears mentioned. We are assuming that… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page008 | Record card for oil from a filter, noting aero ratio, coated components, and a 16-tooth pinion. | ||
| View original record | Top Header: R.R. A.D.M. NO. 456 (8.10.31) O. 1667 Top Center: K783 section 500 x 190 Initials: MK Description: Oil (MX52 from filter (approx 3.1)) (Aero, same ratio but coated) with. (16 teeth a… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page009 | Log report detailing issues with supports and engine behaviour under load. | ||
| View original record | Date Miles REPORT Date Miles REPORT 26.9.42. 1.10.42. 1- 17.52 Fitted V.114. TO B (crossed out) supports not good eng. could heave when under load - "Did not boom". | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page010 | Choice of wider and coarser pitch gears to be fitted to an axle for Mr Royce's car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. Bks. (Copy) 377 2m. 11/11 (C) W COPY. X140 TBB3/L21212. February 21st 1912. Ref. N4/B17212. Re Car for Mr Royce. Mr Bailey has these wider gears of the 4's pitch in hand; also the wider and still… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page011 | Instructions for rear axle gear ratios and pitch. | ||
| View original record | COPY. TBB8/L21212. X190 February 21st 1912. Ref. N3/B15212. Re Rear Axle. Mr Bailey has instructed the 17/52 gears of 4's pitch on February 17th and this ratio with 16teeth on pinion on February 19th.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page012 | To the Technical Committee regarding axle weight reduction and design improvements. | ||
| View original record | Le Canadel 5th March 1912. C.J. and Technical Committee. Re Axles. The weight should be reduced; we should not be satisfied until we get at least 112 lbs. off. If no improvement by fitting liners or… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page013 | From Mr. Royce detailing instructions to reduce the weight of axles. | ||
| View original record | AXLES (Weight) Written by Mr Royce on March 5th 1912 Handed to T.C. on March 9th. Mr Royce said - It is important that the weight of the axles should be reduced. We should not be satisfied until we… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page014 | Directive from Mr. Royce to design an axle with a smaller bevel wheel to decrease its weight. | ||
| View original record | AXLES Written by Mr Royce 5th March 1912. Handed to T.C. 9th March 1912. Mr Royce said - Another axle should be set out with a smaller bevel wheel in order to decrease the weight. X137 | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page015 | Continued development and experimentation of axles to improve silence. | ||
| View original record | 100A (bevel) (2 pk. drawing Q. 205) Le Canadel 7th March 1912. C.J. and Technical Committee. Re Axles. Although we are now able to produce good axles, we must still continue in our efforts until we… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page016 | Axle design focusing on strength, weight reduction, and competitor analysis. | ||
| View original record | R.R. (2) Axle & Wheels etc. by F H Royce page R.R. strength, - the strength should be reckoned by its capacity to carry a load on the centre of the axle. Tie rod must be fitted. As this axle has been… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page017 | Gear design for back axles, focusing on over-run, and proposing experimental gear cutting methods. | ||
| View original record | (3) back axle and torque tube for the weight this chassis is intended to carry. (It should be examined for this and particulars taken as above). I have always had the impression that a good gear,… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page018 | Modifications to an axle test rig to improve testing procedures and accuracy. | ||
| View original record | (4) If there is any difference in these positions consistently it would show that there is some good in the idea. Also ascertain the amount. Some such slight allowance might be made to avoid at least… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page019 | The method of removing the rear axle tube nut. | ||
| View original record | X/40 500. Mr Haden. 28.2.13 REPORT ON METHOD OF REMOVING REAR AXLE TUBE NUT. With reference to sheet dated 29.1.13 from Drawing Office re above, we have now tried this on one of the Experimental Cars… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page020 | Experiment to find out why 20 pitch Axle is quieter than 5's. | ||
| View original record | X763 Section X140 500 Description: Experiment to find out why 20 pitch Axle quieter than 5's. 22/1/12: Inst from Mr Rowington re 3 Noises. By effect of shoe corner points, & on special fulcrum.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page021 | Log of reports and tests on 16+52 Axles with d's pitch. | ||
| View original record | R.R. Co. Ld. (D. & P.) 161. 10,000. C. 10.10. X783 Section 500.X140 Description 16+52 Axles d's pitch. Date | Miles | REPORT 9/7/12. | | 6 new in hands. 11/7/12 | | 8 out on test. 12/7/12 | | Over… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page022 | Report card for an 18+50 Bevel Axle with 4'0 pitch, and axle teeth the same length as a 6'3 pitch. | ||
| View original record | X789 Section 500.X170 Description 18+50. Bevel Axle 4'0 pitch. Axle teeth same length as 6'3 pitch. First Report: Date: 3/7/13 REPORT: Axle. teeth marked & filed. Second Report: Margin Note: 1913… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page023 | Report card for an 18 x 52 axle with long addenda gear. | ||
| View original record | R.R. (5000-8-11 W. D. & S. 5032) C. 1187 X140 4483 Section 500 Description: 18 x 52 axle with long addenda gear COLUMN 1: Date: 9.6.12. REPORT: This Car (Long addenda axle) on Daily Reports excellent.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page024 | Staffing for a lighter rear axle project. | ||
| View original record | TRB3/L.15412. April 15th. 1912. Mr Royce Mr Johnson Re lighter Rear Axle. I am agreeing that Mr Bailey is going into this matter with Mr Royce. We have no draughtsman in the axle department at Derby… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page025 | Details on a new, lighter back axle design, its adjustments, and strength compared to the 1906 pattern. | ||
| View original record | 3. New design of back axle having rather smaller dimensions, the chief aim being reduction of weight, and owing to the Works' appreciation of the value of the facility for adjustments in the present… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page026 | Testing of a lighter rear axle and a delay in tackling the design of a new one. | ||
| View original record | THB13/L3512. Mr Royce Mr Johnson Re Lighter Rear Axle. --------------------- The Experimental Dept. have rigged up some testing tackle for a standard axle with the lightened flanges and they hope to… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page027 | Test results on standard and prototype rear axles to develop a lighter version. | ||
| View original record | THB18/12C512. May 20th. 1912. Mr Royce. Mr Johnson. Re Lighter Rear Axle. The results of some tests on our standard axle with lightened flanges and also on a 1400 type of axle were sent to Mr Royce… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page028 | Departmental memo regarding a delay with rear axle driving dogs for the 2002 chassis. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person addressed. Mr Barrington. DATE. 24.7.12… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page029 | Index card detailing an adjusting rig for the rear axle support. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 147 20/41 CROWN TRAID © 1925. Y535. Adjusting Rig for Axle Suppt Rear Axle (9 laid) Issued 14/6/12 (7 Cards) Issued 11/7/12 (2 Cards) Supply rig complete as per Super Sheet G1814 G1822 G1782 4,… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page030 | Report from Mr Hives on the stiffness of new axle shafts with extra castleations. | ||
| View original record | Mr Barrington. RE AXLE WITH MORE CASTLEATIONS TO DRIVERS. Mr Hives reports as follows:- "On the new axle with more castleations for the drivers, the axle shafts are stiffer. We have never found that… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page031 | Mr Royce's impressions on the strength of a new experimental axle design. | ||
| View original record | THB15/H20912 Mr Wormald RECEIVED [Stamp: 23 SEP 1912] Westwood, COPY. Crowborough, Sussex. 20th Sept. 1912. Mr Johnson & T.C. Re new design of Axle. With reference to the latest experimental axle… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page032 | Mr. Royce's suggestions for the rear axle, instructing the replacement of 5/16' bolts with 3/8' bolts. | ||
| View original record | N3C/B31012. Mr Bailey Mr Wormald Mr Platford Mr Herrington Mr Hives X/40 3-10-12 Mr Johnson decided this afternoon that we must work as near as possible to Mr Royce's suggestions re the rear axle. We… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page033 | To Mr. Royce clarifying the design of special long nuts for axles. | ||
| View original record | Re Special Nuts for Axles. Mr Royce 5-11-12 TBB6/L51112. With reference to your note FHR3/H261012 concerning the special nuts. You are I believe under the impression that we are using long nuts with… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page034 | Departmental memo requesting an opinion on the new design for the adjustment of the pinion on the light rear axle for Chassis 2100E. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: Derby Two-Two-Nine. 476, (4 Lines) DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person addressed: Mr Wormald… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page035 | Self-light axle adjusting jig, noting it is an improvement on the present method. | ||
| View original record | 100(L) (L. Dep. 25/7/12.) No. 71/208. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To Mr Wormald Date 2nd Dec - 1912 Order No. Customer's No. X137 Self light axle adjusting jig With reference to above jig. I… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page036 | Instruction note regarding a final setting process that can be done faster without measurement or a grinder. | ||
| View original record | 6 oos.) (L.I. Dup. 135/20.) Des. 79/208. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Dept Wormald 191 Order No. Customer's No. gct The final setting can be done in less time, due to the fact that there is… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page037 | Special parts fitted to Chassis 2100E, focusing on the new lighter rear axle design and an adjusting jig. | ||
| View original record | TBB9/L41212 December 4th 1912 Report on Special Parts fitted to Chassis 2100E. 9. REAR AXLE :- This is the new type of lighter design and the bevels fitted are 16/49. It is only "very fair" as regards… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page038 | Weight comparison of a new design axle against the standard axle, noting a saving of 32 lbs. | ||
| View original record | We have weighed this axle against the present standard, using the same wheels and tyres, but without any oil. The standard axle weighs 565 lbs and the new design 533 lbs, the saving being 32 lbs or… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page039 | Response regarding steps to overcome rear axle vibration by developing a new axle with two sets of rear brakes. | ||
| View original record | X 140 N11/B. Extract from 5.12.12. Re Series 2500 and 2600. X.140. X.383. Replying to your enquiry re the steps taken to overcome the vibration in the rear axle, we are making at the present, time, a… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page040 | 'jaggering brake' issue on Series 2500 and 2600 vehicles. | ||
| View original record | K.R. 589 (Rpt) O.S.Dgn-17-7-25 M/16082 X.140 Extract from FHR6/Hll.12.12. Re Series 2500 and 2600. X.140. X.383. In conclusion I am quite in agreement with Mr. Johnson that we must introduce hopeful… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page041 | Sourcing and testing of new back axle forgings and the elimination of jaggering brakes which cause fractures. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, 14-15, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W. TELEGRAMS: "ROLHEAD REG." LONDON. TELEPHONES: 1654, 1655, 1656 GERRARD. CJ12/B231212, DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page042 | New lighter rear axle design, focusing on using forgings over castings and discontinuing jaggering brakes. | ||
| View original record | Mr Bailey Mr Nadin. X137 Re New type of Rear Axle of lighter design. 30-12-12 TBB3/L301212 Please note that Mr Johnson remarks that Mr Royce is very anxious that we should obtain forgings of the new… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page043 | Proposing tests for oil shock dampers and axle strength, comparing different spring systems. | ||
| View original record | A.I.D. (R.A.E.) COPY No. A/130 COPY. X/37 -2- COPY. The system of oil shock damper in which the rebound is checked hydraulically is, I still think, the best, and nearly 12 months ago I asked that a… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page044 | Brief directive from Mr. Royce regarding an urgency report. | ||
| View original record | X. 140 Mr Royce remarks on Urgency report dated 5/2/13 (AW/SM13/03213) re above :- "Two minutes job, do or cancel." RR. 21. B.2000. 10/12. A.P.& S. Ld. D. 863. | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page045 | From F.H.R. to Mr Wormald regarding the policy for improving axles through better design and machinery. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 293A(Copy)10(V.V.)10-12-19 H3/B6213. COPY. C.J.from F.H.R. for Mr Wormald. Re Axles. I would rather think that it is making better parts, partly in design and partly in machinery that is the real… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page046 | Attaching a production card and instruction sheets for a light axle adjusting rig, which has been cancelled. | ||
| View original record | S.B. Matthews / V.P.S. & D.O.Card COMPLETED CANCEL. AW/SM16/020213. Re LIGHT AXLE. - X 137. Mr. Matthews. 20/2/13. We attach herewith one Production Card for supplying adjusting rig as per supervision… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page047 | Instruction sheet regarding the creation of patterns for a rear light axle adjusting rig. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 40m. 28-12-11 P.P. (for 15.12.11) G. subs. 9374 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Dr Wormald Order No. 522 Re: Rear Light Axle Adjusting Rig Customer's No. X137 20/2/13. 191 B2605/0 Please… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page048 | Testing of a back axle by bumping, referencing an extract from Mr. Royce's memo on spring types. | ||
| View original record | H.K. 89M(800) 17/1/13. 2145 G & S AW/S/25/025:13. Re BACK AXLE - Tested by Bumping. Mr. Hives. 25/2/13. With reference to the above, the following is an extract of Mr. Royce's memo R12/B14213. :- " In… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page049 | Extract from a memo by Mr. Royce concerning a clerical error in ratios. | ||
| View original record | Extract from Mr Royce's memo R8/B26213 Re X.138 There is some clerical error here I think you give the ratios 16/49 and 16/52. You should not need to wait long for the D.O. | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page050 | Extract from Mr. Royce's memo regarding work already completed on axles. | ||
| View original record | Extract from Mr Royce's memo RB/B26213 Re X. 143 x 134 Surely this has already been done on axles on the road. | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page051 | Method for testing the strength of the back axle using different spring systems. | ||
| View original record | Fm R12/B14213 In testing the strength of the back axle by the bumping (by log) I have the impression that we used present system of inverted springs to control the axle sideways and that they… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page052 | Gear ratios for a new light axle design and correcting a clerical error. | ||
| View original record | AW/S'9/L6313 Re Light Axle - X. 138 Mr Nadin for Mr Bailey 6-3-13 Mr Barrington reported to Mr Royce re the above on 24/1/13 as follows :- "New design of light axle to be fitted "with gears of ratio… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page053 | Remark from Mr. Royce on an Urgency report regarding gear ratio and pitch. | ||
| View original record | X. 138 Mr Royce remarks on Urgency report dated 5/2/13 (AM/SM13/03213) re above as follows :- *Their ratio should be same but diff. pitch.* "15/49 & 16/52" | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page054 | Departmental memo regarding a modification to special nuts for axle tubes and other special places. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES. 476 (FOUR LINES). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. AW/S/10/L6313 This column is for Name of Person addressed. DATE. Re Special… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page055 | Departmental memo concerning a new design of light axle with stronger bolts, referencing an experiment and comments from Mr Royce. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 473 1000 Bks(FF) 4pp. pt.1.13 R.F. 506. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. AW/SM/13/L6313 This column is… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page056 | Instructions detailing alterations to an axle, delayed by priority work on a new 4-speed gearbox and change levers. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. 8152 12-3 1913 To Mr Normald Order No. Customer's No. X134 Re AW/SM13/L6313 There is only one light axle on the road & this has not been altered. I wanted to get all… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page057 | To Mr. Royce regarding the new design of a light axle with stronger bolts, referencing an attached report. | ||
| View original record | AW/E W/G/L12313 Re new design of light axle to be arranged with stronger bolts. - x/34 x.143 Mr Royce 12-3-13 We note that you remark in your memo RB/B26213 "Surely this has already been done with… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page058 | Modification to the design of special nuts for axle tubes and other special places. | ||
| View original record | AW/S:18/L14313 Modification to the design of special nuts for axle tubes & other special places. - X.140. Mr Haldenby 14-3-13 Mr Bailey informs us that he has issued the instructions to have these… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page059 | Advocating for the introduction of a new light back axle and discussing its manufacture. | ||
| View original record | W.M. Mr Wormald R7/B20313. 22 MAY 1913 RECEIVED From F.H.R. Copies sent: Mr. Johnson, Mr. Nadin. New Light Back Axle. I think that it is advisable to press the works so as to enable us to introduce… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page060 | Use of fine pitch bevel gears for back axles to mitigate noise. | ||
| View original record | R11/E28313. From F.H.R., Copies sent to: Mr. Johnson, Mr. Wormald, Mr. Nadin, Re Back Axle Periods and Bevel gears wearing noisy I think that it is highly desirable that we do not use too low a gear… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page061 | Proposed improvements for a new light rear axle. | ||
| View original record | H1C/B29313. From F.H.R., Copies sent to: Mr. Johnson. Mr. Wormald. Mr. Hadin for Mr. Bailey. New light rear axle. (1) Bolts increase size. ✓ (2) Reinforce tubes. ✓ (3) Increase heel. ✓ (4) Bolt in… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page062 | Instructions to Mr. Royce regarding blueprints and modifications for a new light axle. | ||
| View original record | 8244 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. Gp not to Royce 3:4::3 2 - 4 - 1913 To Mr Royce Order No. Re New Light axle Customer's No. X137 Herewith please find blue prints of G1862/3 & GP.12 showing the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page063 | Instructions to Mr. Royce regarding the design and production of a new light axle. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To Mr Royce Order No. Customer's No. Re New Light axle Reaction of the flange. The Tubes have all been thickened up & in the case of the light axle for double Brake… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page064 | From F.H.R. regarding strengthening the light back axle and torque tubes. | ||
| View original record | R.R. L'd. Typewritten. Copy.F.H.R. H1S/28.4.13. RECEIVED A 29 APR 1913 From F.H.R. for Mr. Bailey, Copies sent to: Mr. Johnson, Mr. Wormald, Mr. Nadin. Light Re Axle and Torque Tubes. In the light… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page065 | Benefits of a tie-rod for a new light axle and regretting the lack of prior testing. | ||
| View original record | From F.H.R. to Mr. Bailey. Copies sent to: Mr. Johnson, Mr. Wormald, Mr. Nadin. Re Back Axles. In axles previous to the 1700 type the tie-rod shewed itself so enormously efficient that I am inclined… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page066 | To Mr. Royce clarifying points on the Light Strengthened Axle. | ||
| View original record | RWHB3/L12413 Re Light Strengthened Axle. - X.137 Mr Royce 12-4-13 I note your remarks on above axle but would like to make the following points clear. The torque tube at its rear end where it bolts on… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page067 | Continuation page of stress and load calculations for a car's axle tube and flange assembly. | ||
| View original record | -2- standard car T.T. at point marked A. At B it is slightly stronger than it should be, 154000 instead of 148000 inch lbs, due to the fact that I did not want the thickness of metal so near flange to… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page068 | Comparing the axle tube specifications of model G.2682 with those of a standard car torque tube. | ||
| View original record | AW/EM3/L12413 -3- The axle tubes on G.2682 are about same diameter as standard car T.T's and are .150 thick as against .125 in latter. I am getting out a new scheme which I hope to forward in a day or… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page069 | To Mr Royce regarding a light strengthened axle, enclosing a memo from Mr Bailey and two blueprints. | ||
| View original record | AW/H'18/L12413 Re light strengthened axle - X.137 Mr Royce 12-4-13 We send herewith memo from Mr Bailey, together with two blue prints re the above. p. A. Wormald. Attach - RWHB/212413 G2682 - 3 Blue… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page070 | From Mr. Royce on the urgency of improvements following a breakdown and for ease of manufacture. | ||
| View original record | Rec. 28/4/13. Mr. Royce Remarks On Urgency Report AW/RH/14/18413. X.143. (Struck through) x/34. Further improvement in face of late breakdown of this and improvements.for ease of manufacture. Copy | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page071 | Urgency report from Mr. Royce regarding the cancellation of bouncing tackle. | ||
| View original record | Rec. 28/4/13 Mr. Royce Remarks On Urgency Report AW/S/14/L8413. X.137/A. Bouncing tackle has been cancelled, pending motor driven drum type for both back and front axle. Copy. | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page072 | Redesign of a Light Axle with stronger bolts following a breakdown, with improvements for ease of manufacture. | ||
| View original record | R.R. D/O.(PROPN) 777 500 11-12(1159) AW/SM14/L29413 Re new design of Light Axle to be X/34 arranged with stronger bolts. - K.148 Mr Nadin, 29-4-13 Mr Bailey. Mr Royce remarks re the above :- "Further… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page073 | Design improvements for the Light Back Axle, including the torque tube and central box. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Mr Bailey from P.H.R. Copies sent to: Mr Johnson Mr Wormald. Mr Madin. Re Light Back Axle. X137 A drawing has already been sent. This will make the central box naturally stronger by better lines… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page074 | Departmental memo regarding the modification to the design of special nuts for axle tubes. | ||
| View original record | R.R. & Co. (com 31) (FP) 885. 12-4-12 E.P. 396. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 470 (Four Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. Names and indicating letter.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page075 | Experiment No.140 regarding the modification of special nuts G.2093 for Torque Tube Bolts. | ||
| View original record | From Exp. Dept. Copies for: Mr Johnson Mr Royce Mr Nadin Mr Bailey Wor/Hy4/L14513 May 14th. 1913. Report on Experiment No.140 Modification of special Nuts G.2093 for Torque Tube Bolts etc. This is a… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page076 | Modification to the design of special nuts for axle tubes. | ||
| View original record | REF. TO F.H.R. AND DATE. July 1st. 1918. R4/C12713. Mr. Wormald from F.H.R. Copies sent to Mr Bailey & Mr Hives & J Re Modification to the design of special nuts for axle tubes and other special… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page077 | Description of a vehicle's rear axle assembly, including the axle tube, bearings, shafts, differential, and axle box. | ||
| View original record | X140 Extract from W.M/441/24.11.13. The road wheels run on the axle tube in a similar manner to our own but the tube is only 2" dia. and the bearings 44" apart. Ordinary self-contained ball bearings… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page078 | The fitting of new axles and pivots for 10 HP cars due to interchangeability concerns. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 250m.(24) (W.W. 4M. 17-6-14) G. 2225. NEW AXLES for 10 H.P. CARS - R13/10614. J. for R. 3.7.14. Da6/03714. In reply to your note, we sent you a scheme, but have not done anything since. Repair… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page079 | Machining instruction sheet with specifications for bevel gears, including wheel and pinion dimensions and change gear settings. | ||
| View original record | 11734 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: O O (Mr Poole) Appoint on Test 19.6.13. Order No. Customer's No. X138 Re: Machinery Instructions Bevels G2752/3 Particulars | Wheel | Pinion Number of… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page080 | Mr. Royce's anxiety to switch rear axle production from steel castings to drop forgings. | ||
| View original record | No. WGR32/T2913. Sept. 2nd. 1913. Mr. Royce is very anxious that we make our rear axles in a drop forging as quickly as possible. As you are aware, we have had a lot of trouble with the present steel… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page081 | Extract regarding a lightening process and weight reduction for the back axle and rear brakes. | ||
| View original record | M.E. 200 s. (1000 T) - S.C. 1063. 10-5-16. G. 1845. H14/W9916. September 9th 1916. EXTRACT FROM RE CHASSIS NO -7-CA. X.140 I had no means of finding out whether this back axle and the rear brakes had… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page082 | Extract from a report on Chassis No 7-CA concerning its road-holding capabilities. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT FROM RE CHASSIS NO 7-CA. X.140 HOLDING THE ROAD. The springing of this car was most supple, and the rear springs very free from friction, owing to thick plate and much grease. On the smooth… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page083 | Typed note expressing disapproval of large road wheels and their disadvantage to the chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- I certainly do not like these large road wheels and think they would be a decided disadvantage to the chassis, on account of this and other reasons given on other occasions. | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page084 | Extract discussing the manifestation of bevel gear period noise at slow speeds on chassis 107-A. | ||
| View original record | M14/W9916. September 1916. 9th. EXTRACT FROM RE CHASSIS 107-A. X140 BEVEL GEARS. I noticed on several occasions when running very slowly that the bevel gear period was very manifest on this particular… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page085 | Instruction note regarding a delay on experimental gears for a right rear axle, awaiting an anchor wheel. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 13B 1M 11/12 (FF. 778. 26.2.13 E.P. 582). ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To Mr Hives 20-9-1913 Order No. Re "Right Rear Axle with "Fine" Pitch Gears" X 138. Customer's No. These experimental… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page086 | A light rear axle and double rear brake component that has been finished and is awaiting testing. | ||
| View original record | x137 Extract from 30.10.13 in x254 Light Rear axle & Double Rear Brake. One of these was finished 16.10.13. and is awaiting Mr Goldansky for testing. | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page087 | Strategies for reducing the weight of the rear axle and requesting a competitive analysis. | ||
| View original record | To By, from R. Copy to Wor. Copy to Jt C O P Y. R3/P 10.12.13. COPY. It is of the utmost importance that we save a considerable amount of weight in our rear axle, and I should be glad if you will go… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page088 | Performance of a Peugeot light back axle and suggesting an experimental return to a previous axle design. | ||
| View original record | COPY. C O P Y. To J. from R. Copy to By. Copy to Wor. R7/P 13.12.13. With reference to light back axle, we had down the Peugeot, which we found to be quite a light and small job, very much on the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page089 | Cancellation notice for an extract regarding a light axle with finer pitch gears. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 2932 10/30 (V.V. 300 22.12.30) C. 1532 X 138. Extract from R10/P 5. 3. 14. in X 201. Light Axle with finer pitch gears. Please cancel. | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page090 | Cancellation notice for an experiment on a light axle with finer pitch gears. | ||
| View original record | CANCEL. Wor/Kerb/L9314. Re Light Axle with finer pitch Gears. X.138 By. 9-3-14. Hy. Mr Hoon. Mr Matthews. Please note that Mr Royce wishes this experiment to be cancelled. p. Wor. see R10/P53/4 in… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page091 | Instructions from Mr. Royce to arrange a trial for a car fitted with a 20-degree angle axle. | ||
| View original record | R.R.Ex.Dept.(1M 9m. 13.6.10) R.F. 607b. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines) Names and Indicating letter. A Mr. ADAMS By Mr. BAILEY Ba… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page092 | To trial a car fitted with a Fe 20° Angle Axle, with subsequent handwritten responses. | ||
| View original record | R.R.Co.LTD (W) (PH. 138-12) E.D.696. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 Four Lines. F.R. Names and Indicating letter. Initial of person… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page093 | Clarifying a misunderstanding by Mr. Royce concerning a 20-degree angle axle and gears on Chassis 2300. | ||
| View original record | W.R. ego a lopo etc/V.Y. yde aqa/G.H. qph. Wor/Mcr3/B28314. Re 20 degree angle Axle. X.138. EP. 28.3.14. In reply to your memos.EP16/T/W13314, and EP31/P/L25314, we wish to explain that Mr Royce wrote… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page094 | Short memo from the Order Office regarding the inability to find production cards for an experiment. | ||
| View original record | R.R. agg.4 (type o) (T.V. pro. 3-14) G.L. 1155 Wor/Mcr6/B8414. Re X.138 Order Office. 8-4-14. Mr Mills. In reply to your memo EM29/E17314, Mr Matthews states that it is impossible to find the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page095 | Reply regarding rear axles, referencing a previous memo and an attached drawing office report. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. ENCLOSURE No 668 TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (FOUR LINES). WOR23/T6714. Re Rear Axles. Names and Indicating Letter. A Mr. ADAMS By Mr.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page096 | Widespread oil leakage from rear axles, proposing an efficient breather as a solution. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Re Rear Axles. Will you kindly note that 90% of our axles leak very badly at the Road Wheels. The results are that the wheels, wings, and rear portion of the body gets covered with oil and this… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page097 | Instructions to Mr Wormald regarding an investigation and experiment into the cause of an oil leak. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. STAMPS: ENCLOSURE No 668 21345 JUL 11 1914 RECEIVED To Mr Wormald Order No. Customer's No. Re: Re Passam Report "Oil Leak, n/side" I am not of opinion that oil leak… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page098 | Oil leaks in a rear axle, quoting Mr. Royce's inquiry on the matter. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 581a (100 B) W./W. 10m. 19-8-13 G. 9726 WOR/Mcr16/G4914. RE OIL LEAKS IN REAR AXLE. X.1374. By. 4.9.14. Kindly note Mr. Royce's remarks in his memo R3/P31714, with reference to the above as… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page099 | Report discussing the performance of modified springs, a lightened back axle, and a longer torque tube. | ||
| View original record | Wor/Hyl/L8415. 5. not like to commit myself by saying that they are better than our present arrangement. They certainly ride very nicely and may be better than standard but I would rather defer my… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page100 | Extract proposing methods for weight reduction on a standard car's light axle. | ||
| View original record | EXTRACT FROM R4/W18816 of AUGUST 18th, 1916. RE X.137 - STD. CAR ENGINE - LIGHT AXLE. "We should also make considerable reduction in the weight of the back axle by leaving out the middle bearing to… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page101 | Extract discussing issues with bevel gear noise and smoothness in a back axle. | ||
| View original record | R.R. (W.A. DEPT.) N.C. Ser. 10-0-M-D. 1916. R14/W9916. September 1916. 9th. EXTRACT FROM RE CHASSIS NO7-CA. X138 BEVEL GEARS. I noticed on several occasions when running very slowly that the bevel… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page102 | Decision not to pursue the Andrade differential. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from DA. X.140 DA7.5.26. ANDRADE DIFFERENTIAL. Thank you for the particulars of the Andrade differential which we had already heard of, but had not previously seen. R. in discussing this matter… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page103 | German limited-movement differential device and its suitability for passenger cars versus military vehicles. | ||
| View original record | To W/S from Ha/Rm. X140 Ha/RmL/LG23.12.27. German device We regret that we have retained the specification of this differential so long. The device is an arrangement for allowing limited movement of… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page104 | Letter discussing the proposal and logistics for testing an improved 'Andrade' differential. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. (Handwritten notes at top) X140 X-Patent in position to coundes OY1.R.1.16.28 January 16th, 1928. Mr. Thomas Nadin, Rolls Royce Ltd., Derby, England.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page105 | Letter from a patent attorney to the Chief Engineer regarding a new differential design. | ||
| View original record | To Ma C. ANDRADE, JR. REGISTERED UNITED STATES PATENT ATTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT LAW TELEPHONE VANDERBILT 6612 300 MADISON AVENUE NEW YORK January 12, 1928. Mr. Maurice Olley, Chief Engineer,… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page106 | Letter from patent attorney C. Andrade Jr. offering his patented differential design for use in cars. | ||
| View original record | C. ANDRADE, JR. REGISTERED UNITED STATES PATENT ATTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT LAW TELEPHONE VANDERBILT 6012 300 MADISON AVENUE NEW YORK -2- stalling, and the Chrysler owner told him about my… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page107 | Assembly drawing of an Andrade Differential for a Ford vehicle. | ||
| View original record | THE VARIOUS ANDRADE DIFFERENTIALS ARE PROTECTED BY U.S PATENTS OF OCT. 23, 1923; OCT. 30, 1923; NOV. 6, 1923; AUG. 19, 1924; AUG. 19, 1924; JUL. 21, 1925; ALSO BY APPLICATIONS SERIAL NOS. 641,498;… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page108 | The functions and advantages of the Andrade Differential. | ||
| View original record | The functions of the Andrade Differential are as follows: When there is ice or snow on the road, it often happens that the car with the old fashioned geared differential will stall, with one rear… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page109 | Proposing a test of the S. de Lavaud Differential Gear, claimed to prevent 'tail wagging', following a recent accident. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. X106P Y140 CWES/GW/27.3.28. DIFFERENTIAL GEAR. Have you yet decided to make a test of the S. de Lavaud Differential Gear? I am very keen indeed on this being tried, more particularly after… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page110 | Offer for a Sensaud de Lavaud Differential to be fitted to a 20 HP car. | ||
| View original record | To HY/SS. from Ha/Rn. K5561 Y140 Ha/Rn/LG4.4.28. K5390 We have been offered a Sensaud de Lavaud Differential free if we will supply the necessary drawings of the back axle so that Mon. De Lavaud can… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page111 | The Sensaud de Lavaud differential and the supply of drawings for a 20 HP Rear Axle. | ||
| View original record | To CWB. from Hs/Rm. [Handwritten] X2661 [crossed out] X140 Hs/Rml/LG5.4.28. With reference to the Sensaud de Lavaud Differential. Herewith a Gen.Arrgt. of the 20 HP. Rear Axle. If you will get Mon. De… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page112 | Request for blueprints to construct a de Lavaud differential for a 20 HP rear axle. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Hs. X2364 Y140 No. CWB3/GM/11.4.28. DE LAVAUD DIFFERENTIAL. I have forwarded general arrangement drawing of 20 h.p. rear axle to the de Lavaud Holdings Corporation Ltd., and have this morning… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page113 | Blank separator page marked with the number 141. | ||
| View original record | 141 | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page114 | Suitability of a worm drive versus a double bevel back axle. | ||
| View original record | S.R. 3332-(1000) (W G). 10.2.11 S.P. & Co. 2nd March 1911 Worm drive and double bevel back axle. C.J. 2/3/11 EH/DES11 With reference to the Lanchester car and the worm drive, I am still of the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page115 | Implementation of a worm drive, including gear ratios, speed, and road clearance. | ||
| View original record | 21st April 1911 Worm Drive. C.J. 21/4/11 R/D/1411 With further reference to the discussion on Worm Drive, I have left Hunt setting out a car from some sketches I gave him before leaving Quarndon. I… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page116 | 13° bevel gear wheel and quiet worm drive for a potential trial car. | ||
| View original record | 21st April 1911 C.J. (2) 13° bevel gear wheel. In the sketches I have made Hunt I have endeavoured to maintain the spherical control. If we can do this and make the rear axle satisfactory from other… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page117 | Back axle gear ratios and the potential for two different vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | 21st April 1911 C.J. (3) realise that we must always be experimenting and if it is advisable that the ratio of the back axle be changed from 3 to 1 to nearer 4 to 1. I think it would be hopeless to… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page118 | Introduction of a second car model, considering chassis interchangeability and body types. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 293A (Copy) (W 100 14.10. 14) 21st April 1911 C.J. (4) as though many of the parts of the chassis proper would be interchangeable as the whole arrangement would be rather different, probably with… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page119 | Comparison between Bevel and Worm Gear back axles, noting issues with clearance and strength. | ||
| View original record | SOLO NO. LL ON DICTAPHONE NO. B. 3rd May 1911 R11/D3611 C.J. Bevel V Worm Gear. It is quite evident that the construction and the physical shape of the worm driven back axle is not nearly so good and… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page120 | Design completion of a worm-driven back axle and associated chassis modifications. | ||
| View original record | 17th May 1911 C.J. X141 17/5/11 H15/M17511 I have completed, with Hunt, the design of the worm driven back axle. It will take a week before it will be reasonably clear to bring to the Works. The… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page121 | Design modification to be four or five inches higher, with an enclosed tracing. | ||
| View original record | 17th May 1911 (2) four or five inches higher. This, although it will look different to our older design, may look as if the owner had more for his money. Enclosed is a little tracing showing the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page122 | Instructions for sourcing and obtaining estimates for manufacturing worm geared back axle components. | ||
| View original record | MR Madin MR Wormald Mr Bailey [Handwritten on left margin]: X141 30th May 1911 Worm Geared Back Axle. 30/5/11 EB/B30511 I want you to get ready at least 3 or 4 sets of roughed out blanks of the worm… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page123 | Lanchester people and the differences between a common worm and a Hindley worm. | ||
| View original record | (2) Lanchester people, of whom we had better keep clear. One point we should remember is that the common worm can be cut by anybody, but the Hindley worm, which is cut down to a smaller diameter in… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page124 | Departmental memo to Mr. Royce regarding the difficulty in sourcing a supplier for a Hindley Worm Gear. | ||
| View original record | DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. N19/B28611. Issued 28th June 1911. This column is for Name of Person Addressed. Mr. Royce. DATE. 28.6.11. Re Worm Geared Back Axle. With reference to your memo RB/D30511 asking me… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page125 | Unavailability of horizontal worm gears for an experimental car and proposing a committee meeting to decide the next steps. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 3482 (100) (F ptd. 6.11.09. R.F. Bcy) DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. Issued June 30th, 1911. X/41 This column is for Name of Person addressed. DATE. Mr. Nadin. 30.6.11. CJ26/C30611. Re Worm geared Back Axle.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page126 | Meeting minutes discussing the design, implementation, and sourcing of worm and double bevel back axles. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE. (1) 68th Meeting Re Back Axle. 31st October. Mr. Nadin submitted a letter received from Mr. Johnson saying that we must push on at once with the two proposed forms of back axle, i.e. double… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page127 | Meeting minutes concerning the testing of a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Contd.) (2) 78th Meeting Nov. 17. 11. Re Testing of the Worm Axle. X141 Mr. Wormald informed the Committee that he did not consider we were progressing as rapidly as we should with regard… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page128 | Meeting minutes discussing the testing and development of a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Contd.) (3) engine and inverted springs over the axle. The delay caused by this procedure would be the minimum. Mr. Spinney was advised that this scheme should be pushed forward, if… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page129 | Committee meeting notes discussing worm axles, worm gears, and their efficiency. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Contd.) (4) X141 Committee agreed that Mr. Nadin should get samples for this purpose. 90th Meeting Nov. 30. 11. Re Worm gears. Mr. Nadin informed the Committee that these gears had been… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page130 | Meeting minutes discussing the testing and development of worm axles. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Contd.) (5) X141 re-erected. He had been using the car which this axle had been fitted to for the purpose of testing the Packard axle, and he had considered that the further tests were… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page131 | Meeting minutes discussing the testing, wear, and comparative efficiency of a worm axle, with a proposal to copy Lanchester's design. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Contd.) (6) X/41 on the dynamometer, but could not yet submit the figures of comparative efficiency between that axle and our standard, but he would do so later. He further reported that… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page132 | Report comparing the performance data of a worm axle against a bevel axle. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Contd.) (7) X141 ratio (worm) we had adopted (3.6 to 1) was too low for all practical purposes. The Committee pointed out, however, that an increase in the ratio would undoubtedly increase… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page133 | Meeting minutes discussing the performance, manufacturing, and fitting of a worm drive axle. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Contd.) (8) X141 It was still good, however, on the drive, but no better than when first geared. The worm wheel shows signs of wear and is slightly cross wound. 100th Meeting Dec. 18. 11.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page134 | Meeting minutes discussing the testing of worm gears, worm drives, and various axles. | ||
| View original record | T-11 MODEL AXLE (Contd.) (9) Y/41 advisable to work on the worm while soft to obtain a better bedding, but the Committee thought that at least one set should be tried exactly as delivered. 105th… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page135 | Committee's opinion on the significance of not finding other cars fitted with a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Contd.) (10) X 141 car was poor, and that we have not yet discovered a car of similar power to our own which is fitted with a worm axle. The Committee are of the opinion that this point is… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page136 | Meeting minutes discussing delays, road tests, and design aspects of a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | Worm Axle (Contd) (10) 111th Meeting 17th Jan 12. Mr Wormald informed the Committee that the worm axl was at present waiting for the chassis, and the delay with the chassis had been caused by the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page137 | Departmental memo discussing the feasibility of fitting a worm axle to an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). NB/L81111 Ref. 72(v1) DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. Nov. 8th 1911 X141 This column is for Name of Person… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page138 | Dynamometer and road test results comparing a worm axle and a bevel axle on a 182E chassis. | ||
| View original record | RR Worm axle 1141 Tested on 24/11/11 182E Chassis on Dynamometer. Revs HP HP 500. 16.5 19. 750. 23. 27.7 1000. 28.5 34.2 1250. 32. 39.3 1500. 33. 41.5 with worm axle with bevel axle 3.6 to 1 gear 2.95… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page139 | Article from 'The Autocar' magazine discussing the principles and efficiency of worm gearing, with constructive criticism by an independent engineer. | ||
| View original record | THE AUTOCAR, December 9th, 1911 238 R141 Without Prejudice. II. Worm Gearing. More Constructive Criticism by an Independent Engineer. PROBABLY on no mechanical subject is there more misconception than… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page140 | Page from 'The Autocar' magazine discussing the design, efficiency, and causes of failure of worm gears. | ||
| View original record | THE AUTOCAR, December 9th, 1911. 1729 B. Three thread worm, 20° angle. Worm 2in. pitch, 3in. lead, 3.55in. pitch diameter. Wheel 43 teeth, 13.7in. pitch diameter. Maximum efficiency, 89% at 10 h.p. C.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page141 | Test results from track and dynamometer tests comparing a worm axle with a bevel axle. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). R.R. 475 1500 Bks. 14.11.11 E.P. 510. 98th meeting. This column is for Name of… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page142 | Continuation of a report on worm axle testing, detailing oil used, temperatures, power, noise, and wear. | ||
| View original record | Worm axle report (Cont.) All tests taken with Prices B Motorine. oil "Orlday". Air temperature 7° C. " " 10° C dynamometer Worm axle Run at 1500 revs. for short time Power 39 HP. with bevel 43 HP. no… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page143 | Submission considering different worm thread forms for potential use in a back axle. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. 523 To Technical Committee Order No. Re Worm Gearing Customer's No. H101 Jan 8 1912 I submit for your consideration a form of worm thread which appears to be worth… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page144 | Instructions on improving the efficiency of worm gearing by altering thread obliquity and flank shape. | ||
| View original record | R.R. ptg 807 (W 190-250-1-12) O. 14811 524 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To 19 Order No. Customer's No. Re There is not known to be any definite advantage in efficiency in either class. It would… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page145 | Instructions on analyzing and calculating the shape of worm gearing for accuracy. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 200/1(b) 1M. 19/2/07. C.&S., Ltd. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. 525 19 To Order No. Customer's No. Re: The suggestions apply only to worm gearing required to work principally in one… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page146 | Instruction regarding the symmetrical properties of worm wheel sections. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 200M/6/11 (Wraggs 2494 C.Co. Ld.) ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. 526 To: Technical Committee Order No. Customer's No. Re: Worm Gearing Jan 10 '12 In the sheet-dated Jan 8. it was not made… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page147 | Mr. Johnson's remark to expedite the chassis for the worm drive axle. | ||
| View original record | X141 Mr Nadin [Struck out word] 9/1/12. TBB11/L9112. Mr Johnson remarks that the chassis for the worm drive axle should be pushed forward as rapidly as possible For office (postal) for new address or… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page148 | To Mr Johnson detailing the relative speeds obtained with worm and bevel drive axles. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 1912 (cont) (X pr. sheet C) eng. X141 Re relative speeds obtained with worm and bevel drive axles. Mr Johnson 9/1/12 THB12/L9112. You ask with reference to the 98th meeting :- "What are the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page149 | Instruction discussing the potential efficiency gains of a buttress thread on a worm gear. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 50M-10-10 W. W. & S. Ld. 2481 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Technical Committee Order No. Customer's No. XIII Re: Worm Teeth Since sending in my sheet of Jan 8th suggesting that a form… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page150 | Instructions for an experiment to compare buttress thread worm gears with standard spur gears. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To Order No. Customer's No. Re have 'life' size gears ~~from small size~~ made to experiment with, but to turn two worms of quite small size would be comparatively… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page151 | Request from Mr Royce for information regarding a Lanchester worm axle. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Lanchester) Written by Mr Nadin on Feb 3rd. 1912. Handed to T.C. on 5th Feb. Mr Royce asked for the following information - 1. Ratio. 2. Diameter of worm 3. Angle of thread. 4. Angle of… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page152 | Note from Mr Royce on improving the ground clearance of a worm axle by repositioning the thrust bearing. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Rolls-Royce) Written by Mr Nadin on Feb 3rd. 1912. Handed to T.C. February 5th. Mr Royce said - The ground clearance can be improved by putting the thrust bearing at the front instead of at… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page153 | Suggestion from Mr Royce regarding the use of 935 x 135 wheels with worm axles to increase clearance. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLES (Road wheels.) Written by Mr Nadin 3rd Feb 1912. Handed to T.C. Feb 5th. Mr Royce suggested - that 935 x 135 wheels should be used with this axle as standard in order to give increased… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page154 | Directive from Mr. Royce concerning the design and experimentation of a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 400 - 100 s. (X 388) 2-10-10 M&S. WORM AXLE (Rolls-Royce) Written by Mr Nadin on 3rd Feb.1912. Handed to T.C. on Feb 5th. Mr Royce said - This axle should be fitted with horizontal tie rods as… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page155 | Directive from Mr Royce regarding the tooling for producing the Hindley worm axle. | ||
| View original record | R.M.A.(1) &c.1. 5-2-12-100 L.S WORM AXLE. Written by Mr Nadin on 3rd Feb.1912. Handed to T.C. on the 5th Feb. Mr Royce said ______ We should get out tools for producing the Hindley worm when we have… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page156 | Request from Mr Royce to the Technical Committee for comparative data on various worm axles. | ||
| View original record | Copy. N1/B3212. 3rd February 1912. Members of the Technical Committee. Re Worm Axle. Mr Royce wishes to know - (1) Ratio. (2) Diameter of worm. (3) Angle of thread of worm. (4) Angle of action. of (a)… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page157 | With a sketch, discussing the potential to fit worm axles to covered cars and the need for further experiments. | ||
| View original record | (2) Mr Royce thinks it might be desirable to fit worm axles to covered cars, which are the ones we have trouble with at present, and which should not be expected to run very fast. It is necessary,… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page158 | Numbered list of comments and decisions regarding gear and axle design. | ||
| View original record | With reference to :- (1) Not needed now, was to test if deflections caused cross winding which would be reduced and cut down in width. (2) A slight mistake here. I did not mean to reduce the diameter… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page159 | To the Technical Committee relaying Mr. Royce's decision on the worm axle size and road clearance. | ||
| View original record | Copy. M2/B6212. Le Canadel. 3rd February 1912. Members of the Technical Committee. Re Worm Axle. Mr Royce says we cannot consider a worm gear of any larger size than the present one. that is we must… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page160 | Mr. Royce's suggestions for axle modifications, including a diagram. | ||
| View original record | Copy. No/B3212. Le Canadel 3rd February 1912. Members of the Technical Committee Re Axles. Mr Royce thinks we should try one of our standard axles having the bevel teeth cut down to 1" wide The… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page161 | Instructions from Mr. Royce concerning the Hindley worm, axle test rigs, and bevel axle experiments. | ||
| View original record | No. 2. [Handwritten in margin: 11] Mr Royce wishes us to get out tools for producing the Hindley worm, but this is, of course, when we have got an axle which is satisfactory, [Handwritten: Dr Wait.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page162 | Technical committee memo discussing the efficiency and gear ratios of a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | Copy. Y4/B7212. Le Canadel. 4th February 1912. Members of the Technical Committee. Re Worm Axle. The worm axle may be expected to give better results as regards torsional vibration because the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page163 | Gear tooth angles, wheel alloys, and lubricating oil tests for a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | (2) To avoid interference and obtain a strong section of tooth it may be advisable to use an angle of action of 22½º to 30º. Mr Bailey should set out both these angles. In this respect Lanchester's… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page164 | Page recommending the tabulation of results and the trial of 'Prices Motorine A'. | ||
| View original record | (3) the results carefully tabulated and sent out. Try also Prices Motorine "A" | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page165 | Note discussing the material used for a worm axle, specifically the phosphor bronze alloy. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Material for worm) Written by Mr Nadin on 4th Feb 1912. Handed to T.C. on 7th Feb. Mr Royce said - We were using at present No. 7. Phosphor bronze alloy. We were trying to obtain an alloy… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page166 | Worm gear substitution to RH a/c less, also axle & 'cone' races. | ||
| View original record | Section: 500 Date: 7/2/12, REPORT: A R's a/c No N4/B7212. REPORT (right column): was a very bad vibration on axle Date: 8/2/12, REPORT: Tested by EP. & EH. No difference to standard axle. [Signature]:… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page167 | Mr Royce's instructions for a new design of straight-type worm gears. | ||
| View original record | WORM GEARS (Straight type) Written by Mr Nadin on 9th Feb. Handed to T.C. on 12th Feb. Mr Royce said - Another set of worm gears should be de-signed having an extra start in the worm; this may go hand… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page168 | Note regarding Mr. Royce's feedback on the design of Hindley worm gears. | ||
| View original record | WORM GEARS (Hindley) Written by Mr Nadin on 9th Feb.1912. Handed to T.C. on Feb. 12th. Mr Royce said ______ he thought the width of the Hindley worm wheel had been made unnecessarily narrow and should… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page169 | Mr. Royce's opinions on modifications to worm gear designs. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Wormald. Issued 26/2/12 NB/D9212 [Stamp: 12 FEB 1912] 9th February 1912. Le Canadel. Technical Committee. Re Worm Gears. Mr Royce is of the opinion, after looking over the figures in Mr Bailey's… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page170 | Magazine article discussing Paris race news, worm drive transmissions, and the Grand Prix route. | ||
| View original record | The Motor NEWS FROM PARIS.—Contd. the race. Final entries for the race will be received until the evening of 1st March, at double fees. From private information received from New York, it is evident… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page171 | Article from 'The Motor' discussing a proposed rubber tax in France and the selected Grand Prix course. | ||
| View original record | 25th February, 1908. 53 THE MOTOR RUBBER TAX IN FRANCE. The French Tyre and Motor Industries up in Arms Against It—Course for the Grand Prix Selected—Worm Drive: An Expert’s Opinion. (By OUR PARIS… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page172 | Page from 'The Motor' magazine featuring articles on car technology, the Tour de France, new lamps, and a reader's anecdote. | ||
| View original record | 12th February, 1912. 55 The Motor NEWS FROM PARIS.—Contd. well, because it transmits low efforts at frequent intervals, notwithstanding that its teeth work one by one, and not two or even three… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page173 | Magazine page featuring a suggestion for a special vehicle demonstration track near London and an article about a visit to the Clement Talbot Works. | ||
| View original record | The Motor 35 12th February, 1912. A TEST TRACK. Suggestion for a Special Demonstration Track Near London. Why Not? IT seems to me that the most needed “want” of the motoring public and manufacturers… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page174 | Instruction note comparing the bevel wheel pitch of a Daimler 22HP with a Rolls-Royce 38HP model. | ||
| View original record | 539 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Technical Committee Customer's No.: Y141 Re: Bevel Wheel Pitch It may be of some interest to know that Daimler 22HP has ratio 48/12 & D.P. of 6 equivalent to… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page175 | Departmental memo forwarding further notes from Mr Whitehead concerning worm gears. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 479 50M. G/341. 24.1.11 E.P. 1098. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page176 | Instruction memo considering the use of a Buttress thread in worm gears. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To Technical Committee Order No. Customer's No. X101 Re Worm Gears. I have carefully considered the question of using a Buttress thread in any Worm gear with a… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page177 | Instruction to the Technical Committee concerning the design and performance of worm gears. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 3000-8-10. Wt. 1475. (G. 180.) ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Technical Committee Order No. Customer's No. Re: Worm Gears between the worm considered as a rack, and the Warm wheel… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page178 | Technical instruction memo discussing the design and adaptation of worm gears, focusing on tooth angle and obliquity. | ||
| View original record | R.R. form No. 178 (2M 10-11 G.W.B.) ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Technical Committee Order No. Customer's No. Re: Worm Gears first considered adapting a worm drive a standard & in the result… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page179 | To the Technical Committee regarding building a chassis with a worm axle and substituting a standard engine for a marine engine. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Mr Barrington. 'N7/B23212. Le Canadel, 20th February 1912. Members of the Technical Committee. We should build up a chassis with our standard tackle but suitable for a worm axle. Mr Royce does… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page180 | Prioritisation of bevel axle matters over worm axle matters. | ||
| View original record | R.R. Std=(100-v)(F.P. no. 96-10-10 O) W&S COPY. TBB11/L21212. February 21st 1912. Ref.N8/D9212. Re Worm Gears. Mr Bailey is not at present proceeding with worm axle matters. The Committee are of the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page181 | Results of worm axle tests comparing different lubricating oils by temperature and horsepower. | ||
| View original record | TBB18/L21212. February 21st. 1912. Ref.N4/B7212. Re Worm Axle. Mr Bailey is not yet giving his attention to worm axles, owing to the pressure of work in connection with bevel gears, but he will keep… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page182 | Initialed by F.H.R. with notes on worm axles, engine seizure, and performance variations. | ||
| View original record | With reference to :- (1) We will bear all this in mind if we go in for the worm axles. (2) Very good. May avoid seizure when overloaded and hot. Test if possible. (3) Engines vary a little from hour… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page183 | Report on worm axles and the required fitting of tie rods. | ||
| View original record | TEB29/L21212. February 21st. 1912. Ref. N1/A83212. Re Worm Axle. Mr Bailey has already reported on the three worm axles mentioned. With reference to the tie rods to be fitted to the worm axle, Mr… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page184 | Test results and handwritten observations for a worm axle gear test on chassis 1861. | ||
| View original record | H.S. 147 Worm Axle XIII Gear tests with worm axle on 1861 same conditions as previous tests. Runs 3rd gear HP 2nd gear HP 1st gear HP 500 18.8 19 16.1 1000 34.8 34.8 33.2 1500 43 43 43 On 1st gear… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page185 | Loss of horsepower from 18 HP to 14 HP at low revs after running-in. | ||
| View original record | of loss, with the new car it shewed 18 HP & after running in proved there was only 14 HP. It was only at 500 revs on first gear that this happened. Todd | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page186 | Possibility of building a chassis with a worm drive axle and substituting a standard engine. | ||
| View original record | X141 Re a Chassis for Worm Drive Axle. Mr Spinney Mr Swetnam Mr Bailey 23/2/12. TBBS/L/23212. Mr Hadin writes - "We should build up a chassis with our standard tackle but suitable for a worm axle. Mr… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page187 | Departmental memo to Mr. Royce outlining the alterations required to substitute a standard engine for a marine engine in a Worm Axle Car. | ||
| View original record | COPY. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: 'ROYCAR,' DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 Four Lines. Ref. N7/B23212. DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person addressed.: Mr Royce.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page188 | Departmental memo discussing extensive alterations for a worm axle car with a standard engine, and a recommendation to start a new chassis. | ||
| View original record | COPY. S.K. 425 from St.OFF 198. 10.11.10. E.F. 2008 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page189 | Departmental memo discussing the options for testing a worm axle car with a standard engine, specifically regarding the future of chassis 2004. | ||
| View original record | COPY. d.S. 479 (bis) M-FF 196. 29.12.20 E.P. 500S ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page190 | Clarifying instructions for chassis builds, engine substitutions, and testing of a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | COPY. (Le Canadel, 1st March 1912. with standard bevel axle. R18/D1312. All new experimental chassis should have cantilever springs, negative camber and splayed centres. Mr Barrington, F.H.R. Re Worm… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page191 | Letter discussing an exhibition of improvements in bevel and worm axles, and arranging for design resources. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 495A (10M-8-16) (Y.V. 500 5-16) G. 2229. COPY. B Recd. about March 2nd. x141 I am quite in agreement with your proposed exhibition of improvement in bevel axles, and propose that we give the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page192 | Directive from Mr. Royce regarding axle gear ratios for cars with different body weights. | ||
| View original record | AXLES (Ratio) Written by Mr Royce on March 5th. Handed to Technical Committee on March 8th. Mr Royce said - No car to be turned out with a higher gear ratio than 3 to 1. For heavy bodies the ratio… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page193 | Note from Mr Royce regarding a modification to the worm axle oil filler. | ||
| View original record | AXLES (Worm) Written by Mr Royce on March 5th. 1912. Handed to T.C. on March 8th. Mr Royce said - The oil filler should be made higher so as to get more oil into the case. In future tests of our worm… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page194 | From Mr Royce outlining tests for the strength of a worm axle casing. | ||
| View original record | WORM AXLE (Strength of Casing) Written by Mr Royce March 5th. 1912. Handed to T.C. on March 8th. Mr Royce said - Tests should be made to see if cross tie rod can be done away with. A sound but… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page195 | Modifications and strength testing for a bevel worm axle. | ||
| View original record | COPY. R.R. 259 a (1500) (T.V. 300. P.4. 145 G. 1045) COPY. Le Canadel. 5th Mch 1912. C.J. and Technical Committee. Be Worm Axle. The oil filler should be made higher so as to get more oil in the case.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page196 | To the Technical Committee regarding standard axle gear ratios for cars with different body weights. | ||
| View original record | COPY. R.R. 1024 (100-1-12) C.P.P. 36. 20.12.11 G 1929 Le Canadel, 5th March 1912. X/U/ C.J. and Technical Committee. Axle ratio. No car should be turned out with a higher gear ratio than 3 to 1, i.e.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page197 | With sketches concerning the design of a special chassis for a worm axle and standard engine. | ||
| View original record | COPY. R.R. Co, Ld. LONDON L.P. No. 16758/D.O. Le Canadel, 12th March 1912. R2/D12312. Mr Barrington. Re Special Chassis for Worm Axle and Standard Engine. ----------------- With reference to your… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page198 | Decision to abandon the double bevel axle in favour of the worm axle and a staffing update. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person addressed: Mr Johnson. DATE: 11.4.12.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page199 | Recommending to obtain a new draughtsman, with a handwritten note about a forthcoming report on a worn axle. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 4M/D918 (N O) E.P. 1027 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person addressed.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page200 | Departmental memo detailing unsatisfactory performance and vibration issues with a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 279 (50 M) (X 340) 23.2.12. E.P. 1956. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (TWO LINES). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page201 | Departmental memo detailing an investigation into axle vibration and seizure during dynamometer testing. | ||
| View original record | I. M. 685 (50 B) (X 14). 29.1.18. E. P. 10m. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page202 | Departmental memo discussing the performance and efficiency of an axle's worm gear, comparing it to a Lanchester worm. | ||
| View original record | S. 275 (26 D) 1M. 25.1.12. E.P. opt. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 813 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of Person… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page203 | Letter from F.H. Royce discussing the continued development and testing of the worm axle. | ||
| View original record | Mr Barrington for T.C to act as instructed herein & 23/4/12 Mr Wormald Mr Claude Johnson from F.H.R. Le Canadel; 19th April 1912. With reference to the Worm Axle, I think it has always been advisable… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page204 | Note from Mr. Royce regarding the testing of tie rods for the worm axle. | ||
| View original record | Ref. Mr Royce's note on UL/2321. X141 Re Worm Axle. Members of the 22.4.12. Tech. Committee. TDC10/L23413. With reference to the suggested tie rods in the horizontal plane, Mr Royce says - "The tests… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page205 | Clarifying Mr. Royce's statement on worm gear size in relation to road clearance, referencing Lanchester. | ||
| View original record | Ref. Mr Royce's note on MA/D8211. X141 Re Worm Axle. Members of the Tech. Committee. 21.4.12. TMM14/L22412. With reference to Mr Royce's statement that we cannot consider worm gear of any larger size… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page206 | Note regarding Mr Royce's feedback on temperature tests of lubricating oils for a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | Ref. Mr Royce's note on 24/DTA12. X141 Re Worm Axle. Members of the Tech. Committee. 22.4.12. TRW17/12D42. With reference to the temperature tests with various lubricating oils, Mr Royce says - "The… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page207 | Worm axle door giving trouble when transmitting max torque with Wakefields Castor oils. | ||
| View original record | R.R. FORM NO 432. 1M.6.11. C. 1097. S.C. X141 Section 600. Worm Axle Door. This axle gave trouble when Description transmitting max torque with Wakefields Castor oils. Date: 24/7/12. REPORT: Chauffeur… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page208 | From F.H.R. to Claude Johnson discussing the design and materials for worm gears. | ||
| View original record | For T.C. & Mr Wormald Le Canadel Mr Claude Johnson from F.H.R. Worm Gear 1. Very desirable for low gear. 2. Bevels are, I believe, increasingly difficult with increased ratio, but Mr Wormald seems to… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page209 | The merits of worm gears, buttress teeth, and double road wheel brakes. | ||
| View original record | (2) of a buttress tooth are very reasonable but experiments show no advantage, and theory (as far as my knowledge goes) very little and some disadvantage. I look upon this worm gear as scarcely wise… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page210 | Quoting Mr. Royce's response to a suggestion about a buttress tooth for worm gear. | ||
| View original record | Mr Whitehead. 1.5.12. TBB10/L1512. X141 With reference to your suggestion concerning a buttress tooth for worm gear, Mr Royce writes as follows:- "Many thanks to Mr Whitehead, his suggestions of a… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page211 | Departmental memo requesting an order for a worm drive axle box and tube. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 487 15m 10-11 (L'rp). 18.1.12 E.P 1423. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS:- "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 613 (Two Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. This column is for Name of… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page212 | Request to order various crankchambers and a complete worm axle for destruction tests. | ||
| View original record | Copy X/141 Re Crankchamber and Axle tests. TEB1/L18512. Mr Nadin 18.5.12. Will you please order the follow- ing parts for the destruction tests Mr Royce wishes carried out. 2. standard crankchambers.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page213 | Requesting instructions be issued to the works to cut a worm wheel in copper. | ||
| View original record | Ref. Mr Royce's note dated April 23rd.1912. X/41 Mr Bailey 24.5.12. TEBB/L24512. Will you kindly issue instructions to the works to cut a worm wheel in copper, for the purpose of grinding the worm as… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page214 | Letter from F.H.R. to Claude Johnson regarding the design and materials for a new worm and wheel back axle. | ||
| View original record | T.C. Mr Warwald X/141 COPY. Beacon Hotel, Hindhead, Surrey. 15th June 1912. Mr Claude Johnson from F.H.R. With reference to new worm and wheel for our new back axle. As it is probably fairly easy to… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page215 | Letter from F.H. Royce discussing the investigation of worm drive systems, with references to Dennis and Lanchester cars. | ||
| View original record | (2) of these people, and it might be possible to get hold of a modern Dennis car for a little while to find out what type of worm drive they are turning out. Though I have always liked their system of… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page216 | Typed memo clarifying instructions for testing a bronze worm wheel with a 10% lead composition. | ||
| View original record | TEBS/L20612. June 20th. 1912. Re Worm Axle. On February 4th you suggested that we should try a worm wheel of bronze having 10 % of lead in its composition, but in later sheets however you recommended… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page217 | Instruction card regarding the despatch of a new motor axle for cars. | ||
| View original record | B.R. 248-1M-7.11.902 (H.B.& S) C 6003 X141 9/535 Motor Axle (Cars) Issue Send into stores for despatch 17/12. together with instructions Works total 9999. Sent to stores for despatch 18/12 This job is… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page218 | From Mr Barrington regarding Mr Royce's request for axle bumping tests on a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | Copy sent Mr Johnson 16-9-12. [STAMP: 18 SEP 1912] Westwood, Crowborough, Sussex, 16th Sept 1912. Mr Johnson & T.C. from Mr Barrington. Please note Mr Royce is anxious for the axle bumping tests to be… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page219 | Extract detailing an experiment to test an axle assembly without a cross tie rod. | ||
| View original record | X141 Extract from F.H.R. 5313. Experiment 371. Also tests should be made to see if the cross tie rod can be done away with. Should there be a scrap casting available (aound), fix the tubes and support… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page220 | Departmental memo regarding modifications to a worm axle, quoting Mr Royce on gearing ratios. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 (Four Lines). DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. AW/SM12/L6313 This column is for Name of Person addressed. Date. [Row 1]… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page221 | Departmental memo seeking clarification on a note from Mr. Royce regarding an experiment to modify a worm axle. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONES: 476 FOUR LINES. DEPARTMENTAL MEMO. AW/BM19/110313 This column is for Name of Person addressed. Mr Bailey DATE.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page222 | Mr Royce's remarks on modifications to a worm axle, including sourcing parts. | ||
| View original record | AW/S:24/L29413 Re Worm axle to be modified in design and ratio of worm to be altered. - X.141 Mr Nadin. 29-4-13 Kindly note that Mr Royce remarks re the above:- "Get straight worm from Brown or… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page223 | Confirmation on a 'stop work' instruction, with a handwritten reply on the status of two axles. | ||
| View original record | ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED, NIGHTINGALE ROAD, DERBY. TELEGRAMS: - "ROYCAR," DERBY. TELEPHONE: 476 (Four Lines). Wor/B17/L30713. Names and indicating letter. Initial of person addressed. A Mr. ADAMS By Mr.… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page224 | To Mr. Matthews confirming work can proceed on an experiment to build two types of worm axles. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED. Wor/EMG/C1813. Re Worm Axle. X.141. Mr.Matthews. 1-8-13. In reply to your sheet dated 29-7-13, the Order Office inform us that thereis nothing in the way of the work, on this experiment… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page225 | Confirming the decision to despatch Dr Campbell Thomson's car without altering the existing worm axle and transmission. | ||
| View original record | COMBINED. Wor/S/7/L13813. Re Worm Axle. X.141 Mr Matthews 13-8-13. In reply to your sheet 13/8/13, we have discussed the point with Mr Bailey and Mr Wormald and they both agree that Dr Campbell… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page226 | Report from Hives on a worm axle that broke during jaggering tests. | ||
| View original record | Mr Barrington. RR WORM AXLE TESTS The following is a report from Hives on the one used on 1649 & which broke during jaggering tests. " Hindley type gears cut in U.S.A. Condition of gears when new was… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page227 | Examination report on damage to a bronze wheel, worm gear, and differential components. | ||
| View original record | standard, due to the low gear. On examination it was found that several teeth were stripped off the bronze wheel, and the worm was damaged. The case where it had broken looked a poor casting and an… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page228 | Decision to forego fitting stays to the worm axle to avoid delaying a car, with instructions for future fitting. | ||
| View original record | COPY. RE/P 25.10.13. To Hy. fromR. Copy to J and Wor. With reference to stays for the worm axle, it seems as though we shall have to forego these, as it will delay the car too much. The bolts on the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page229 | Experimental testing of a third-party worm drive axle on a dynamometer, suggesting it may fail. | ||
| View original record | To Wor. from Hs/Rn. X141 Hs/RnS/LGL. 2.28. WORM DRIVE. X141 X4536 With reference to the attached. This axle would only be useful to us if we could run it on the dynamometer. It is the only intensified… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page230 | Disadvantages of worm gears and recommending against testing a worm axle, citing a negative experience with a Stutz. | ||
| View original record | X141 To Wcr. from Hs. Hs1/LG24.7.23. CHASSIS 48-H-C. F.E.Brown. X2061 X4336 With reference to the attached correspondence in connection with Worm Gears. The merits and disadvantages of the worm gear… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page231 | Blank page or divider with the number 157 at the top. | ||
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| B002_X 140 141 157-page232 | Meeting notes regarding a special petrol tank filler on chassis 1752 (Winthrop). | ||
| View original record | 102nd Meeting Dec.21st.11. Re Special Petrol Tank Filler on chassis 1752. (Winthrop) 2157 The Committee were informed that this job was finished and despatched. Mr Platford was of the opinion that the… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page233 | Meeting minute discussing the redesign of a special petrol tank filler due to weight and leakage issues. | ||
| View original record | Ref. 102(76-x) Copy of minute 76-10 of the 102nd meeting of the M.C. Mr Spinney. 11 1/12. TBS16/L11112. Re Special Petrol Tank Filler on chassis 1752 (Findthorpe) The Committee were informed that this… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page234 | Complaints about the straight petrol funnel design for the 20-HP chassis and requesting a horizontal version. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs. X157 EP/Thn16/H24.10.23. Petrol Funnel. 20-HP Chassis. We have had several complaints from our own people and from the visiting engineer inspectors with regard to the petrol funnels supplied… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page235 | Approval and procurement of new 'Liquall' petrol funnels for experimental use on 20 & 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X157 FP. He. BY/MtnlO/H. 25. 10. 23. RE PETROL FUNNELS. 20 & 40/50. HP. CHASSIS. Referring to EP/Tmnl6/H. 24. 10. 23. will you kindly note Sales Dept. brought before our notice a new type of funnel… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page236 | The standardization and future supply of 'Liquall' petrol fillers for 20 HP & 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X157 WHS: C.c. Hret. C.c. Mr. Booth. C.c. Hs. C.c. HP. [Struck through] BY/HWA/H. 27. 2. 24. 20 HP CHASSIS & 40/50 HP CHASSIS. RE 'LIQUALL' PETROL FILLERS. Kindly note Hs. has/now informed us that all… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page237 | Standardisation of the 'Liquall' petrol filler for 40/50 and 20 HP chassis to replace the petrol funnel. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. COMPLETED. 4.3.24 Date. 12.1.24 Description of Parts. 'LIQUALL' PETROL FILLER. 40/50 AND 20 HP. CHASSIS X No. 157 Origin. To replace the petrol funnel. Experimental… | ||
| B002_X 140 141 157-page238 | With remarks from different personnel discussing the faults and potential improvements of a filler design. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS X 191 GA. remarks :- I agree to this type of filler being used, but the Liquall I use has all the faults enumerated by E. A union to connect to tin would be an… | ||