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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Broken cross member flanges and suggestions for redesigning the mounting brackets.25th Feb 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0017
Potential modification to the bracket for the rear springs of car 2704.25th Feb 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0018
Kitching's report on chassis 4.bA with a satisfactory result.25th Feb 1916Box 80 \ 3  scan0019
Instruction and strength testing of a new front anchorage and shackle for a rear spring.27th Feb 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0020
Modifications to the propeller shaft, cross member, and rear spring anchorage.2nd Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0021
Bumping test on rear chassis frame brackets, proposals for strengthening broken parts, and a new design.5th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0022
Bumping test of the rear of a chassis to test the forward frame brackets of the rear springs.6th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0023
The bumping test of the rear chassis, specifically testing the forward frame brackets of the rear springs.6th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0024
Testing and potential standardization of an alteration to the anchorage for rear springs.10th Feb 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0025
Delivery and satisfactory testing of rear spring brackets, piece No. F.4218.17th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0026
Request for a copy of a report on axle bumping tests to aid in the design of a new axle.16th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0027
Bumping test of rear of chassis to test the forward frame brackets of rear springs.17th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0028
Test report detailing component failures and observations on the chassis and suspension after running.16th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0029
Request for a copy of a dynamometer test report showing axle weakness, needed for designing a new axle.16th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0030
Correspondence regarding a new bracket for the front end of the rear springs, referencing drawings F.4938 and leC102.18th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0031
Clarifying a part number for a rear spring bracket and reporting on the results of a bumping test.18th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0032
Modifications to suspension to improve ride quality, addressing chassis drumming and testing severity.21th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0033
Attaching a report regarding a Bumping Test.23th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0034
Design changes to the rear spring anchor fitting to reduce stress and weight.24th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0035
From 'R' to 'J' discussing the design and reinforcement of spring plates for weight economy.24th Mar 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0036
Alterations to the front anchorage of rear springs and designing new springs for the Northcliffe Chassis.2nd Apr 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0037
Recommendation to alter the manufacturing process for the front anchorage of rear springs, referencing blueprint F.4932.22th Apr 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0038
Rear spring suspension fitted to a chassis and its corresponding drawing.12th May 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0039
Extract from Warwick's report on the suspension and ride quality of car 58NA after a 3080-mile run.29th Jun 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0040
Instructions with diagrams for alterations to the undersheet supporting strip and G.B. undersheet.28th Jul 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0041
The performance of rear spring anchorage on Chassis 58 NA.4th Jul 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0042
Bracket F.4932 for carrying the forward ends of the rear springs.10th Sep 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0043
Bracket F.4932 for carrying the forward ends of the rear springs.10th Sep 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0044
Alteration to Swivel Bracket F.4952 for the centre of rear springs, aiming to reduce its weight.10th Sep 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0045
Three broken axle brackets from a bumping machine test, with suggestions for improvements for military service vehicles.2nd Mar 1915Box 80 \ 3  scan0046
Component failures during rear axle and chassis testing on a bumping machine.10th Mar 1915Box 80 \ 3  scan0047
Modifications and tests for the rear spring and axle to reduce stress.10th Mar 1915Box 80 \ 3  scan0048
Abnormal stress on parts, proposing modifications to a cross member tube and requesting new arrangement drawings.12th Mar 1915Box 80 \ 3  scan0049
Cause of breakage on a Bumping Machine's rear spring and a proposed design improvement.12th Mar 1915Box 80 \ 3  scan0050
Letter discussing the failure of a frame and brackets on a bumping machine.15th Mar 1915Box 80 \ 3  scan0051
Axle side-to-side movement and a proposal to transfer springs below the axle.1st Mar 1920Box 80 \ 3  scan0052
Explaining the history and reasoning for using solid eyes on rear springs.1st Mar 1920Box 80 \ 3  scan0053
Use and retention of leather packings under rear springs for car leveling purposes.16th Jul 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0054
The use and purpose of leather packings under rear springs.22th Jul 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0055
Brief internal note regarding an unspecified item that worked and was easily obtained.22th Jul 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0056
Chassis lowering modifications for 20-HP and Phantom models by reducing packings.17th Nov 1927Box 80 \ 3  scan0057
Internal request to order four Watson Stabilators from the John Warren Watson Co. for testing purposes.13th Sep 1922Box 80 \ 3  scan0058
Booklet on Watson Stabilators and their successful trial on a 40/50 car.26th Sep 1922Box 80 \ 3  scan0059
Test report on the steering, suspension and performance of the No. 6 Goshawk car.10th Sep 1922Box 80 \ 3  scan0060
Returning a booklet on the Watson Stabilator, noting its superiority over Gabriel Snubbers.13th Oct 1922Box 80 \ 3  scan0061
Order for 4 Watson Stabilators and a delay from the Springfield branch.2nd Nov 1922Box 80 \ 3  scan0062
Letter regarding a delay in shipping Watson stabilators due to the John Warren Watson Co. failing to provide necessary invoices.10th Jan 1923Box 80 \ 3  scan0063
Inquiry regarding the delivery of Watson Stabilators and thermostats from the Fulton Co.31th Jan 1923Box 80 \ 3  scan0064
Test report on special Woodhead front springs with rubber pads, detailing failures during a bumper test and comparing weight.24th Jul 1928Box 80 \ 3  scan0065
Recent spring tests, their durability, and methods to eliminate squeaks.24th Jul 1928Box 80 \ 3  scan0066
Blueprint of a 'Woodhead Special' leaf spring assembly with failure analysis notes.16th Oct 1928Box 80 \ 3  scan0067
Summarising the life and testing of four pairs of American type springs, comparing their performance and weight.16th Oct 1928Box 80 \ 3  scan0068
Correspondence regarding four broken tappet springs from car 2579, and an inquiry about their performance on a testing rig to determine if the design is at fault.2nd Jan 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0069
Page requesting a report from the makers, with a handwritten note regarding no trouble with breakings.2nd Jan 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0070
Responding to a query about the reliability of Tappet Springs.28th Jan 1914Box 80 \ 3  scan0071
Responding to a report on Tappet Spring Breakages, outlining actions for inspection and testing.22th Dec 1920Box 80 \ 3  scan0072
Instruction card for the supply of valve springs to the test department.27th Jan 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0073
Two proposals for modifying valve springs.15th Sep 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0074
Departmental memo discussing and comparing the stresses on standard and proposed valve springs.28th Sep 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0075
Record card detailing information and reports regarding valve springs.6th Oct 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0076
Specifications and test results for two types of valve springs.7th Nov 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0077
Specifications for an experimental component, detailing its dimensions, convolutions, and performance under compression.17th Nov 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0078
Departmental memo requesting a new valve spring design and the handwritten response explaining why it's not possible.17th Nov 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0079
Meeting minutes discussing breakages and potential design improvements for valve springs.8th Jan 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0080
Meeting notes discussing new valve spring designs, experimental orders, and a failure on car 1698.6th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0081
Valve spring breakages related to a new camshaft type, proposed testing, and potential replacement.1st Oct 1937Box 80 \ 3  scan0082
Meeting notes discussing valve spring breakages and softness issues.13th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0083
Meeting minutes discussing the tempering, breakage, and testing of valve springs.18th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0084
Instruction card for the supply of experimental valve springs and associated parts.5th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0085
Response to Mr Johnson regarding the testing of broken valve springs and the quantity of spares.15th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0086
Typed document fragment discussing the reliability of a specific part.19th Oct 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0087
Request to arrange a testing rig for rapidly testing new design valve springs.15th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0088
Meeting minute concerning the design and stress testing of experimental valve springs.22th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0089
Committee decision regarding the design and specifications of a spring.28th Nov 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0090
Meeting minutes discussing experimental and broken valve springs, testing rigs, and designs for spring covers.21th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0091
Meeting minutes discussing the design and specifications for experimental valve springs.22th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0092
Minutes from a meeting discussing design specifications for new valve springs to achieve lower maximum stress.27th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0093
Meeting minutes discussing the design modifications and testing of experimental valve springs.8th Jan 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0094
Committee report on issues with rotor and valve spring failures on chassis 1698 and recommended fixes.6th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0095
Committee report discussing valve spring breakages, proposing rig tests, and addressing related technical queries.4th Oct 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0096
Valve spring failures and their probable causes during vehicle testing.14th Oct 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0097
Copy of minute 2 from the 103rd meeting of the T.C. concerning the design of experimental valve springs.29th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0098
Meeting minutes outlining design specifications for a spring and delegating responsibility for calculations.27th May 1928Box 80 \ 3  scan0099
Report from the 109th meeting discussing the failure analysis of experimental and standard valve springs after testing.5th Jan 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0100
Committee discussion on valve spring vibrations, winding action, and potential design modifications to prevent breakages.17th Jan 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0101
Meeting minutes discussing the testing and redesign of valves and valve springs.17th Jan 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0102
Committee discussion regarding the stress figures and design modifications for valve and valve springs.24th Feb 1910Box 80 \ 3  scan0103
Valve spring, breaking, and cam shape.14th Dec 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0104
Outlining the setup for an experiment to test the noise produced by different valve springs and cam designs.10th Apr 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0105
Meeting minute discussing the failure of experimental and standard valve springs during testing.11th Jan 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0106
Committee discusses valve spring vibrations, failures, and potential design modifications.17th Jan 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0107
Meeting minute concerning the testing and design of valve springs.17th Jan 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0108
Committee meeting notes regarding instructions for the manufacture of modified springs and washers for a valve spindle.28th Nov 1911Box 80 \ 3  scan0109
Testing and performance measurements of twelve different valve springs.29th Jan 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0110
Correspondence regarding broken valve springs on Whitaker's Car No.941 due to a flaw in the metal.24th Feb 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0111
The concluding paragraph of a piece of correspondence requesting its return after being reviewed by a committee.7th Mar 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0112
Proposing solutions to overcome the problem of broken valve springs.7th Mar 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0113
Recommendations regarding valve spring design and reducing the lift of the exhaust valve.7th Mar 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0114
Heat treatment processes, material selection, and stress testing for steel springs.7th Mar 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0115
Valve spring stress testing, material suggestions, and design considerations.7th Mar 1912Box 80 \ 3  scan0116


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