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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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Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding RR.53 castings and the inclusion of a complimentary refitted piston.4th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0230
Use, benefits, and proposed testing of anodically treated aluminium pistons.4th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0231
The investigation into anodically treated pistons and related aluminium alloys.5th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0232
Letter regarding the progress and difficulties of applying anodic treatment to RR.53 alloy pistons.7th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0233
The second page of a letter urging for a quick response to move a matter forward.7th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0234
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. discussing unsatisfactory experimental work on the anodic treatment of RR.53 and RR.52 alloys.9th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0235
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. discussing the progress and expected results of material treatment.9th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0236
Inquiry to Brookes, Aerolite Pistons Co., regarding when pistons will be ready for collection.9th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0237
Difficulties in getting results from Alumilite Co. Ltd. for the anodical treatment of RR.53 alloy pistons.12th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0238
Letter discussing a conversation about expected test results from a third party within a fortnight.12th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0239
Quotation for Aerolite Pistons from The Light Production Co. Ltd.12th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0240
Authorising the order of Aerolite Pistons for the Spectre.16th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0241
Complexities of producing an oxidised coating on anodically treated pistons made from R.R.53 alloy.21th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0242
Letter regarding an order for 'Aerolite' Pistons being held in an unground condition awaiting further instructions.24th Jul 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0243
Letter to a supplier regarding pistons that have cracked during high-speed running tests.7th Aug 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0244
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. acknowledging a communication and explaining a delay due to a works holiday closure.8th Aug 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0245
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. concerning piston cracking in 122 alloy and new die modifications for RR.53 castings.22th Aug 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0246
Letter expressing dissatisfaction with the lack of progress from the Alumilite people regarding project RR.53.27th Aug 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0247
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. concerning the replacement of failed RR.53 pistons and testing an alternative supply for alumiliting.27th Aug 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0248
Letter regarding cracked alloy pistons after 15,000 miles of testing and a request for replacements.3rd Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0249
Letter specifying grinding dimensions and arranging a follow-up meeting.3rd Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0250
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. discussing cracks in RR.53 castings for Aerolite Pistons.5th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0251
Alloy casting issues, potential solutions, deliveries, and anodising experiments.5th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0252
Page three of a letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding a patent specification and pistons for testing.6th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0253
Letter to Mr. Brookes at The Light Production Co. Ltd. discussing the standardisation of Aerolite pistons for Bentley cars.6th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0254
Request to measure Aerolite pistons removed from a 10,000-mile Bentley unit.17th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0255
Requesting the measurement of Aerolite pistons removed from a 10,000 mile Bentley unit.17th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0256
Table of dimensions for 'Aerolite' pistons taken before and after 10,000-mile trials.19th Sep 1939Box 86 \ 2  scan0257
Order for two Aerolite Pistons for Bentley from the Light Production Co. Ltd.18th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0258
Request to measure and chalk test Aerolite pistons from Y4BB and B-4 units.20th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0259
Request to manufacture two sets of Bentley pistons using existing castings based on specific drawings.24th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0260
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. concerning the delivery and specifications of Aerolite pistons.25th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0261
Request to manufacture two sets of pistons for Bentley & 20/25 models.26th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0262
Arrival and fitting of Aerolite Pistons for the Spectre.27th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0263
Requesting orders be placed with the Light Production Co. for two sets of 6 Bentley pistons.3rd Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0264
Invoice for Aerolite Pistons from the Light Production Co. Ltd.2nd Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0265
Despatch of two Aerolite Pistons to the Light Production Co. Ltd. for examination.10th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0266
To cease work on semi-split type pistons in favour of the successful Aerolite pistons for Bentley and 20/25 models.12th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0267
Letter concerning a disputed invoice for anodising pistons supplied for experimental work.12th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0268
Invoice from The London Piston Ring Co., Ltd. for anodising 6 pistons.11th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0269
The ordering, credit, and supply of Bentley pistons in RR.53 alloy.15th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0270
Dimensional chart for 'Aerolite' pistons from a Bentley 4 Unit engine.1st Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0271
Measurement log for 'Aerolite' pistons, detailing dimensions at various points on the ring lands and skirt.1st Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0272
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. discussing the invoicing procedure for six anodised pistons supplied for research purposes.15th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0273
Page 2 of a letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. requesting a response.23th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0274
Requesting the fitting of anodically treated pistons to a scrap engine unit for testing.23th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0275
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. clarifying the procedure for invoicing experimental parts supplied for research.24th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0276
Standardisation of parts for Aerolite Pistons.9th Aug 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0277
Proposal for introducing a bought-out unit for the 'D' series chassis without incurring tool costs.25th Sep 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0278
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding a credit for six Anodised Pistons supplied for experimental purposes.26th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0279
Urgent request to order 12 Gas rings for Aerolite Pistons from the Light Production Co.31th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0280
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the return of faulty pistons and requesting replacements.1st Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0281
Anodic oxidation of RR.53 pistons.1st Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0282
Laboratory report on low-voltage anodic oxidation experiments conducted on R.R.53 pistons.22th Oct 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0283
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. requesting two spare pistons due to unsatisfactory bedding on a supplied set.2nd Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0284
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. concerning piston weight discrepancies and machining.5th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0285
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. discussing production specifications and weight tolerances for an order of pistons.5th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0286
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the supply and bedding of pistons machined to drawing E.84546.5th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0287
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the despatch of two replacement pistons.7th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0288
Letter concerning overweight pistons, specifying a weight limit, and requesting a first production set for an experimental engine test.7th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0289
Return of six Aerolite Pistons to the Light Production Co. for investigation and replacement.7th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0290
Two Spectre Pistons sent to The Light Production Co. Ltd. for examination.8th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0291
Use of semi-split and solid skirt pistons for the Spectre engine.8th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0292
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the weight of Aerolite pistons in different alloys.9th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0293
Seized anodised pistons in a B-6 unit and a proposal to modify the cylinder block to continue testing.12th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0294
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the appearance of two run pistons, E.84546.12th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0295
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding overweight pistons and the creation of a new metal corebox.12th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0296
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. concerning cylinder dimensions and experimental pistons.13th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0297
Data sheet listing the diameters of new Aerolite pistons and cylinder bores.12th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0298
Comparison of piston weights for 'Spectre' and 'Bentley' models.12th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0299
Potential improvements to piston design, referencing American practice and the experience of the Aerolite Piston Co.22th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0300
Piston design issues, cooling, and ring configurations for two-stroke and four-stroke engines.22th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0301
Telegram requesting a spare piston from Aerolite Piston Co. to be sent by passenger train.24th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0302
Letter confirming the dispatch of two spare pistons and requesting the return of a cracked piston for examination.26th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0303
Advice note for the dispatch of two complete Aerolite Pistons with rings and pins.26th Nov 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0304
Communication to Aerolite Piston Co. regarding the awaited arrival of RR-53 pistons.7th Dec 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0305
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. explaining delays in supplying Aerolite Pistons for the Bentley car due to new foundry equipment issues.7th Dec 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0306
Letter from The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the dispatch and weight specifications of Bentley Aerolite Pistons.13th Dec 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0307
Unsatisfactory thinness of anodic coating on pistons after testing.14th Dec 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0308
Standardisation and testing of Aerolite Pistons for a B-6 engine.14th Dec 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0309
Letter to The Light Production Co. Ltd. regarding the testing and agreed maximum weight of pistons.18th Dec 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0310
On the weight of the first test set of Aerolite pistons for the R.R.53.18th Dec 1934Box 86 \ 2  scan0311
Dimensions and performance of a 25 HP exhaust system, particularly regarding silence and efficiency.1st Dec 1932Box 86 \ 3  scan0001
Drawing LeC.3379 for the Bensport Engine, detailing crankcase features for use on 20/25 HP production models.16th Feb 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0002
Alternative design for a rear silencer exhaust tail pipe for the Bensport Series 1.20th Mar 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0003
Drawings for an exhaust cutout, operating mechanism, and floorboards for the Bensport Series 1.6th Apr 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0004
The trial of a Bensport Exhaust System on car No.3.13th Apr 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0005
Work on a rubber suspension for two Bensport silencers, listing part numbers.29th Apr 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0006
Bensport Exhaust System, detailing the rubber suspension for the tail pipe and axle rebound limitations.4th May 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0007
Instruction to trial a rubber suspension for the Bensport exhaust system on all experimental Bentley cars.11th May 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0008
Modifications to the Bensport Exhaust Cutout.17th May 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0009
Specifications for the Bensport exhaust system for the first fifteen Bentley cars.23th May 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0010
Modifications to the Bentley exhaust system, including drawing numbers and a change from oval to circular pipes.13th Jun 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0011
Design of the Bentley exhaust system, specifically the tail pipe routing over the rear axle.15th Jun 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0012
With a sketch detailing the modification of a Bentley exhaust cutout.16th Jun 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0013
Efforts to reduce exhaust noise on a Bentley by rerouting the pipes.22th Jun 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0014
Potential changes to the Bentley exhaust pipe design, advising against a 'swan neck' pipe.22th Jun 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0015
Using a Silver Ghost cutout box and valve for the Bentley exhaust system to improve the sound.23th Jun 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0016
Difficulty of routing a Bentley exhaust pipe over the rear axle and proposing an alternative.27th Jun 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0017
Experimental scheme for a new exhaust system due to failure and corrosion on a previous version.24th Jul 1933Box 86 \ 3  scan0018


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