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img001 Comparison of HP figures for a 40/50 HP engine based on different exhaust pipe and down-pipe schemes.
View original record To R from Hs. c. to CJ. RG. c. to E. DA. c. to Dr. Wor. X3056 40/50 H.P. X3056 / X3236 Hs5/L.G1.4.24. We attach sheet giving H.P. figures taken on a 40/50 HP. engine with the present standard scheme…

img002 From 'R' to Mr Bowley regarding issues with an old muff shaft coupling's workmanship, grip, and torque limits.
View original record Shaft Couplings Dear Mr Bowley from R I cannot believe the old muff Coupling is right unless it has good workmanship, both machining & fitting of keys You report that your work demands greater grip…

img003 With suggestions for improving drivetrain components, focusing on shaft diameter, coupling bolts, and material choices to handle torque.
View original record alternate(2) With alternate currents the max Torque is limited. I understand to about twice full load torque & does not need slipper drive to prevent excessive strain on skidding wheels The [crossed…

img004 Agreeing to a standard design for gear wheels and steel castings.
View original record AV. Bailey (2) I agree that our standard [crossed out] gear wheels shall be steel castings we ought to have a standard design & a number of good advances by adding say 10/20% on all proportions such…

img005 With a sketch reviewing coupling designs, suggesting modifications to the 'Sellers pattern' and critiquing other work.
View original record (3) I have examined one or two other designs of coupling but their seems nothing better than this Sellers pattern. I have thought that we need not go to any expense in making it convenient to remove,…

img006 Draft note to Mr. Bentley discussing an alternative design for a coupling.
View original record Mr Bentley Coupling: You will perhaps... unscrewable without close fitting key. There is another type which might be tried & would enable you better to make rough as sketch Tight enough by bolts for…

img007 Standard hardened shafts and a new design for a 2-ton crab model with enclosed gears.
View original record Dear Mr Bentley, I am still pressing for hardened shafts as standard for longitudinal messings wheel dummy on stationary axles because of the low starting effort & wear. I understand we are to make a…

img008 Letter discussing staff wages, pay rates, efficiency, and the need for cost justification.
View original record REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." } TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION— PASSENGER & GOODS : CHICHESTER—7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.…

img009 Letter from F.H. Royce regarding the design of bolts and pins to prevent failure from eccentric loading, including a sketch.
View original record REG. TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS: "ROYCE, WEST WITTERING." } TWO WORDS ONLY. TELEPHONE: CHICHESTER 210. STATION— PASSENGER & GOODS: CHICHESTER—7 MILES. SOUTHERN RLY. "ELMSTEAD," WEST WITTERING, NR.…

img010 Letter to Messrs Royce Ltd detailing conclusions from Mr. Bentley's visit regarding the design of electro-motors.
View original record Copy for Mr Bentley Westwood, Beacon Road West, Crowborough, Sussex, 12th August 1912. Messrs Royce Ld., Trafford Park, Manchester. Dear Sirs, With reference to Mr Bentley's stay here, the following…

img011 Varnish for impregnating field magnets/coils and the design of the armature shaft and core.
View original record -2- Messrs Royce Ld., (contd) field magnets, I think it is absolutely necessary that sufficient capacity of vacuum drying apparatus should be installed, and I think that varnish with a linseed oil…

img012 Continued discussion on schemes for repairing shafts, including recommendations on sleeves, armatures, and bearings.
View original record -3- Messrs Royce Ld., (contd) of it in spite of the occasional trouble of the extra difficulty of repairing a defective shaft. The second scheme is the use of a continuous sleeve possibly made out of…

img013 Rough pencil sketches of potential vehicle components, including wheels and a radiator/grille.
View original record Illegible ghost text from the reverse side of the page.

img014 Recommendations on bearing types, shaft materials, and commutator insulation.
View original record -4- Messrs Royce Ld., (contd) very practical, and I do not like to recommend anything of a more complicated nature. Should ball thrust bearings be required and only for small end pressure I recommend…

img015 Typed memorandum discussing specifications for brush holders, end bearings, and hoist mechanisms.
View original record -5- Messrs Royce Ltd(contd) be worth the extra money spent upon it. With reference to the brush holder spindles, these should in all cases be very substantial & rigid so as to keep the carbon brushes…

img016 The requirements for a hoist motor and braking system, including automatic stopping and constant speed.
View original record -6- Messrs Royce Ld(contd) a motor. This will require a machine amply large enough for the work which is the sine qua non of a getting a constant speed machine. I, therefore, urge upon you the…

img017 Page 7 of a letter concerning the excellent stopping satisfaction of a hoist, signed by F.H. Royce.
View original record -7- Messrs Royce Ld(contd) a hoist which will give excellent satisfaction with regard to stopping, and I do not think that anybody will be able to beat us on this point, if we really set our minds to…

img018 Letter suggesting an alternative method for drying impregnated coils using forced hot air.
View original record K. 533. (200 H) D.F. 459. 29.9.11 G. 1999. (ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY.) TELEGRAMS: "SWITCH, MANCHESTER" "ROISDINAMO, LONDON" "ROYCES, ACOCKS GREEN" "ROYCES, GLASGOW" "ROYCES,…

img019 Page 4 of a letter to Mr. Bentley from F. H. Royce regarding corrosion issues and an order.
View original record E. 97. 150 H (D.F. 299. 15.9.11) G. 1935. -4- Mr Bentley (contd) draining out you know where you are, but you never know where you are with the troubles of corrosion. Pray be vigorous. spare neither…

img020 Letter proposing a method for drying coils using forced hot air instead of a vacuum.
View original record K. 533. (200 11) D.F. 459. 29.9.11 G. 1999. (ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY.) OFFICES: MANCHESTER TRAFFORD PARK (Registered Office) LONDON 13 WALBROOK, LONDON, E.C. BIRMINGHAM 42…

img021 Methods for drying and treating coils, referencing wax baths, vacuum processes, and issues with varnish.
View original record -2- Mr Bentley (contd) quickly dried without using a very high temperature. The air can be heated before entering the trunk pipe or within the trunk pipe and if you want to make the drying very rapid…

img022 List of desired parts to be fitted to a chassis for a 10,000-mile run.
View original record X.3532. To DA. from EH. c.c. to RHC. EH3/LG19.11.19. 2 EX. RE CAR TO RUN 10,000 MILES. Below is a list of the parts we desire fitting to the chassis which is to run 10,000 miles. 1. Rear Shock…

img023 To Mr. Bentley criticizing the current process for manufacturing field coils and suggesting improvements.
View original record K. 97. 150 H (D.F. 299. 15.9.11) G. 1935. -3- Mr Bentley (contd) justify you having a plant for these, even if you found it was not very practical for the field coils. Surely, the practica-bility…

img024 Condition report on an EX Chassis, detailing component wear, mileage, and fuel consumption.
View original record X 3532 28.1.20. X.3743. 2.EX CHASSIS. X.3441. The ball joints of cross steering tube are just beginning X.3461. to shew signs of wear, also those of the shock absorbers. X.3323, Both foot and hand…

img025 Condition of a 2E.X. chassis during a 10,000-mile test.
View original record R R. 235 A (100 T) (S.F 846 6-8-19) G. 2460 X. 3056 28.1.20 X3740 - 2E.X. chassis 10,000 miles test. Contd. -2- and back. Car still running very well. X.3751. Wednesday 28th. This morning on starting…

img026 Extract from a report detailing issues with Michelin wheels, brake drums, mileage, and petrol consumption.
View original record X.3056. 2 EX 11.2.20 EXTRACT FROM REPORT ON 2.EX. X.3482. Have had no further trouble with the nuts working loose on Michelin wheels. It is very difficult to get at the valve on rear wheels owing to…

img027 Extract from a report on vehicle 2.EX, detailing mileage, fuel consumption, and engine performance.
View original record X.3056 2.EX 4/3/20 Extract from REPORT ON 2.EX. X.3056. Mileage for the eight days 1348 making total 6578 miles. Petrol consumption for eight days 475 litres. Petrol consumption has considerably…

img028 2.EX car's return after a 10,000-mile run in France and proposing a meeting to discuss standardizing parts.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to BN. c. to Da. ORIGINAL X36 Hs1/LG7.4.20. X.3743 ✓ 2.EX CAR - RUN IN FRANCE. X.3644. This car is now back at the Works after completing 10,000 miles running. The car is…

img029 The standardisation of parts, specifically the oil retaining ring and magneto drive, after 10,000 miles of testing on the 2.EX car.
View original record 3 To BY. From Hs. C. to BN. C. to DA. C. to EP. C. to Sft. C. to Mr. Willis. C. to Wor. C. to EFC. EFC ORIGINAL APR 16 1920 RECEIVED. Hs1/LG9.4.20. X3743 RE. STANDARDISATION OF PARTS WHICH HAVE RUN…

img030 Component troubles with fabric couplings, an air pump, coil, and battery, with proposals for standardisation.
View original record R.R. 235 A 100M-S&C 6-8-19) G. 2460. Contd. -2- Hsl/LG9.4.201 serrated one the internal and external serrations shall be cut on the Fellows Gear Cutter. The trouble we have found with the fabric…

img031 Numbered list of parts and modifications for an experimental car, intended for standardization.
View original record R R. 235 A (100 T) (S.F. 846 6-8-19) G. 2460. Contd. -3- Hs1/LG9.4.20 2. X.34614 New type rear shock absorber. 3. X.3532 Oil Retaining baffles in rear axle. 4. X.3534 New Operating lever for clutch. *…

img032 The 10,000-mile test of the 2.EX chassis, detailing battery issues and a list of parts for standardization.
View original record R.R. 235 A (100 T) (S.F 846 6-8-19) G. 2460 X.3532 X.3YH3. - 2EX Chassis - 10,000 Mile Test. Contd. -3- Hs1/LG9.4.20. X.607. 5. Smaller size battery. The standard battery we are now using is 55 ampere…

img033 Telegram confirmation discussing engine piston rattles and carbon deposit issues.
View original record CJ to HS. 2 EX' CONFIRMATION OF TELEGRAM. REPLY PAID. ROYCAR DERBY. HIVES RE BJ AND MADDOCKS REPORT OF RATTLES. HAS THIS PARTICULAR ENGINE PISTONS WHICH HAVE BEEN TURNED DOWN TO AVOID TIGHTNESS…

img034 The performance and wear characteristics of Castrol lubricating oil in experimental vehicles.
View original record R.R. 199 (250T) (SD676 19-7-17) MP180865 [Handwritten] CASTROL OIL MAINLY IN 2EX, (ALSO 4EX & 49GB) J OIL CONS. CYL WEAR [Typed] To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to Bn. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to OY. c. to…

img035 Properties and performance of lubricating oils, specifically Castrol oil, in gearboxes and cylinders.
View original record Contd. -2- Hs2/LG8.6.20. the oils we are at present using. 2. Castrol oil has a very low setting point. When it is used in the gearbox; this is a very great advantage because even if the car, is left…

img036 Extract regarding the failure of a brazed brake bracket and the decision to continue with the process.
View original record X.3458 4 EX Extract from EP/Thn12/F28.6.21. X.3719 X.3458. Brazing brake brackets. They want to continue brazing. 4.EX failed as reported. If no definite failures known of at Derby with brazed type,…

img037 Fitting a 1-inch higher radiator and bonnet to a chassis to improve the appearance.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to Cr. c. to EN. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to EY. c. to C. c. to Sp. 4 EX CAR WITH 1" HIGHER RAD & BONNET ORIGINAL SPRINGFIELD CK. Hsl/LG1 7.3.20. x 3426. 1" HIGHER RADIATOR & BONNET.…

img038 Review of the Compression Ignition programme, weighing the costs and results of external and internal projects before further investment.
View original record ORIGINAL HS. To R. From Hs. c. to Sg. Wor. c. to Rg. E. c. to By. Fl. Hs.2/MJ.30.11.31. COMPRESSION IGNITION ENGINE. It is useful to review the whole of our Compression Ignition Programme. At the…

img039 The status and modifications of experimental chassis 7CA and 490B.
View original record X452 Wor/Mcr3/L22615. J. June 22nd.1915. In reply to your memo CJ3/1W21615, we wish to report as follows. - Chassis 7CA At the present time we have only two experimental cars at the Works - 7CA and…

img040 Internal update on the status of various cars, including a Mercedes, a Delaunay-Belleville, and a Daimler.
View original record Wor/McrA/1.22615. 2. chassis, and those that were originally prepared for this car were fitted to 58NA to his instructions and there may be some delay in the Order Office in obtaining a further set.…

img041 Page 3 of a letter discussing the sale of an item and notifying the sales department.
View original record Wor/Mer3/L22615. 3. Shop, which we should be very pleased to sell. We notified Sales some time ago re this, giving them particulars of same, but we presume they have not had an opportunity of finding…

img042 Policy of sending communications to ex-Derby officials at the Springfield, USA works.
View original record To - from Wor. Ag. Ws. Sf. Hs. Hm. Srt. Hy. EC. ST. EW. EP. M. Wor/M30/11/22. I give below copy of memo I have received from Mr. Claude Johnson. Will you please see to it that this instruction is…

img043 Difference in piston pinning practices between the American (Springfield) and Derby factories.
View original record TO- BJ. FROM R. c. to CJ. HS. BA. c. to BY. EP. OY. ORIGINAL RRLA. HO/SO R3/M28.11.22. DERBY RR/A Inc RE. AMERICAN PRACTICE. X2748 X3666 X.741 Co EX. file We learn from EP. that Springfield have…

img044 Routing communications to Springfield through official channels to avoid friction caused by letters sent to private addresses.
View original record To Rg. Ws. Sr. Hs. Hm. Sft. Hy. HFC. HWT. EP. HP. WL. - from Wor. Wor3/W30/11/22. I give below copy of memo I have received from Mr. Claude Johnson. Will you please see to it that this instruction is…

img045 Engine improvements for cold weather and poor fuel, focusing on the exhaust heated throttle and induction system modifications.
View original record (2) are applying to the 40/50, this and many other smaller improve- ments have been introduced. (3) The third point that comes to my mind is that I think we in England and they in America are not…

img046 American modifications to a chassis, including feedback on drawings and a specific point on clutch spigot oiling.
View original record TO CJ. FROM R. Copy to R.I. Copy to - HS. re. AMERICAN MODIFICATIONS. +4616 We (RG. E. DA. and R.) spent several hours on these last evening and have passed most things without comment as we really…

img047 Continuation page of a document concerning tests on a 20 HP car with balloon tyres.
View original record contd :- -2- we have lately proved on the 20 HP., which asked for still more effective ones for the steady riding of the car with Balloon tyres.) R.

img048 Attaching updated horse power charts for Goshawk and 40/50 chassis.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to BY. c. to EP. Y3056 Hs3/LGM.1.5.23. HORSE POWER - GOSHAWK AND 40/50 CHASSIS. X.4134 X.3056 We attach hereto H.P. charts in connection with the above.…

img049 Comparison of power losses in HP for different exhaust systems on the standard 40/50 model.
View original record 1.4.24. POWER LOSSES TO EXHAUST SYSTEMS WITH THE W.W. AND DERBY SCHEMES ON THE STANDARD 40/50 The following figures give the loss in H.P. of the two schemes relative to the standard 40/50 system. The…

img050 Performance chart comparing road wheel brake horsepower against engine RPM for various car configurations, with a table of lap speeds from Brooklands.
View original record BROOKLANDS NOV. 1925 TABLE: CONDITION OF CAR | LAP SPEED MILE | HALF MILE High Compn. Sports Car 17 Tooth Axle | 79.2 | 80.4 Standard Condition C.O. Closed | Standard Condition C.O. Open | 80.5 | 82.6…

img051 Performance increase from a 110° camshaft on various engines, referencing a 40/50 indicator diagram.
View original record To R. from Hs. c. to CJ. c. to RG. c. to E. c. to Da. c. to OY. Handwritten: X3056 Hsl/LG21.12.23. 40/50 INDICATOR DIAGRAM. Handwritten: X3423 (struck through) Handwritten: X3056 X4580 The tests given…

img052 Blueprint detailing dimensions for 'Nearest Hook Approach' on an overhead system.
View original record 9", Nearest Hook Approach, 2'-3", 2'-0"

img053 Blueprint cover for a project for Messrs Pilkington Bros.
View original record Floor for - Messrs + Pilkington Bros:

img054 Blueprint detailing an overhead crane or hoist system with various components.
View original record Platform, Long Drive Motor, C.T. Motor, Hoisting Motor, Electric Brake, CAGE, Opening to face down shop, 5'-0", Highest Position of Hook, Hand..., for, Con..., Lor..., Foo..., 30'-9" centres of Rails

img055 General arrangement plan showing an Air Receiver, Air Compressor Cage, and Hose Reel.
View original record Cross Wires Air Receiver Plan Air Compressor Cage Hose Reel Scales General Arrangement

img056 Blueprint for a gantry crane showing dimensions, driver's cabin, and ladder.
View original record 2'-6", 5'-6", 1 1/2, Gantry Rail Level, Ladder, Driver, Resistances, 12", 5'-9", 10", Nearest Hook Approach, 3'-9", 1S/1.31

img057 Blueprint detailing components of a track system including wheels, runners, and bearings.
View original record Cast Steel Track Wheels. Cast Steel Runners. 2 fatHs Special flexible, Steel Wire Rope. Ball Swivel Bearing. 3" 4'-3"

img058 Blue cover for a document concerning an external warehouse.
View original record EXT. WAREHOUSE. 288-65 12 26-1-12 PAN. BY CHT DATE 25 JUL 1977 105 151 1902

img059 Drawing for a 'Royce' 1 Ton Converted Crane.
View original record Line. Nº 2 C CRANE. ORIG. REQᴺ Nº 680 24 ORIG. ORDER Nº 293/188 CONVERSION TO 30'-9” REQᴺ Nº 1268 24-6-13 ORDER Nº 319/121 11-7- 1/2 to 1 Foot "Royce" "1 Ton" Converted Crane.

img060 Indicator diagram for a 40/50 HP engine, detailing performance data and valve timing.
View original record 40/50 INDICATOR DIAGRAM Data Table: 40/50 110° CAMSHAFT COMPRESSION RATIO 3.9-1 2,000 R.P.M. 77.1 H.P. 13° C AIR TEMP 763 m/m BAR. COOLING WATER 80°C I.M.E.P. 81 LBS/SQ" B.M.E.P. 67.4 LBS/SQ"…

img061 Set of three graphs plotting pressure (LBS/D') relative to atmosphere against crankshaft degrees.
View original record LBS/D" RELATIVE TO ATMOSPHERE. CRANKSHAFT DEGREES ATS E.C I.O Graph 1 X-axis: 0, 25, 50, 75, 100 Graph 2 X-axis: -10, 0, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130 Graph 3 X-axis: 0, 10,…

img062 Graph of piston displacement and relative pressure against crankshaft degrees.
View original record LBS/D" RELATIVE I.O. E.C. E.O. I.C. CRANKSHAFT DEGREES FOR PISTON DISPLACEMENT ATS I.O. E.C. I.C. R.R. DRAWING ROLLS-ROYCE, LIMITED DRAWING ROOM. 20 DEC. 23 DERBY

img063 Graph plotting engine revolutions per minute against vehicle speed in miles per hour.
View original record SION. REVS: PER MIN. 2000 2250 MILES PER HOUR. 75 70 65 60 55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED -5 MAY 1921

img064 Blueprint showing a diagram plotted on a grid.
View original record 84 69

img065 Performance graph with a dual-scaled Y-axis for M.E.P. (Lbs. Per Sq. Inch) and Ft Lbs.
View original record & M.E.P. (LBS. PER SQ. INCH.) FT LBS: 100. 90. 80. 70. 60. 300 270 240 210 180

img066 Graph plotting engine performance curves for Horse Power, Torque, and M.E.P. against revolutions per minute.
View original record HORSE POWER & M.E.P. TORQUE REVS: PER MIN: FT LBS: (LBS. PER SQ:) 60. 180 50. 150 40. 120 30. 90 20. 60 500 750 BENCH TEST. - CUT OUT OPEN. - HP BENCH TEST. - CUT OUT CLOSED DYNAMOMETER TEST. CUT OUT…

img067 Performance graph showing horsepower curves from bench and dynamometer tests for the 40/50 Chassis E.
View original record BENCH TEST - CUT OUT OPEN. - HP CURVE BENCH TEST - CUT OUT CLOSED. - HP CURVE DYNAMOMETER TEST. CUT OUT OPEN. HP CURVE DYNAMOMETER TEST. CUT OUT CLOSED. HP CURVE ROAD SPEED WITH BA ROAD SPEED WITH B…

img068 Graph comparing M.E.P. and Torque Curves from Bench and Dynamometer tests with cut-out open and closed.
View original record BENCH TEST - CUT OUT OPEN. M.E.P. & TORQUE CURVE. BENCH TEST - CUT OUT CLOSED. M.E.P. & TORQUE CURVE DYNAMOMETER TEST - CUT OUT OPEN. M.E.P. & TORQUE CURVE. DYNAMOMETER TEST - CUT OUT CLOSED. M.E.P. &…

img069 Performance graph for a high compression engine with different back axle ratios.
View original record BACK AXLE 16x52. BACK AXLE 15x52. BACK AXLE 14x52. (7.00 TYRES). 1500 1750 2000 ENGINE. - HIGH COMPRESSION.

img070 Performance graph plotting M.E.P (Mean Effective Pressure) in LBS Per SQ Inch against Ft Lbs.
View original record & M.E.P Ft LBS: 180 60 (LBS. PER SQ. INCH.) 70. 210 80. 240 90. 270 100. 300

img071 Graph comparing Mean Effective Pressure power curves for Goshawk II and 40/50 engines under bench and dynamometer conditions.
View original record POWER CURVES GOSHAWK II & 40/50 (26 CU. INS. DISPLACEMENT.) SYSTEMS ON THE BENCH & DYNAMOMETER. CUT OUT OPEN DYNAMOMETER & BENCH TESTS TAKEN FROM THE SAME ENGINES AVERAGE OF 6 CARS OF THE SAME…

img072 Performance graph comparing dynamometer and bench horsepower against RPM.
View original record ...OMETER HP GII BENCH HP GII DYNAMOMETER 50 1500 R.P.M. 1750 2000

img073 Graph charting test results for six cars for a month ending in February 1923, possibly related to the Goshawk.
View original record OF 6 CARS FOR MONTH ENDING FEB. 14.TH 1923. L TESTS & WORKS UNIT TEST. S, THE CURVES BEING AN PERIOD AS THE GOSHAWK.

img074 Blueprint graph with data plotted on a grid.
View original record 2250 2500 2750 3000 12 LIMITED D. ROOM. 1 MAY. 28

img075 Blueprint graph of Horse Power and Mean Effective Pressure curves for a 4-0/50 engine.
View original record M.E.P. & F GII ALL CURVES TAKEN WITH STANDARD EXHAUST SY 4-0/50. 26 CU. INS. DISPLACEMENT. ALL CURVES TAKEN WITH HORSE POWER M.E.P. (LBS PER []') H.P. 40/50 BENCH H.P. 40/50 DYNo 90 88 86 84 82 80 78…

img076 Performance graph comparing Bench and Dynamometer Horse Power for a 40/50 HP engine.
View original record HORSE POWER M.E.P. (LBS. PER SQ.') Y-AXIS SCALE: 0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40, 42, 44, 46, 48, 50, 52, 54, 56, 58, 60, 62, 64 X-AXIS SCALE: 500, 750,…

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