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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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Comparison of road performance and power curves between the Continental Phantom and the standard production Phantom.17th Feb 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0001
Graph comparing the power at road wheels of the Standard and Continental Phantom (17EX) against an average Standard Phantom.1st Feb 1926Box 92 \ 2  scan0002
Graph showing Power at Road Wheels (B.HP) versus Engine R.P.M. for Standard and Continental Phantom models.1st Feb 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0003
Two graphs showing acceleration performance data for Standard and Continental Phantom models.1st Feb 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0004
Power output and compression ratios for the F.2.B. series engine.7th Jun 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0005
Request for HP to weight ratio comparisons for the New Phantom, Silver Ghost, Goshawk, and 20 HP Indian models.20th Jun 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0006
Short memo confirming that requested curves have been sent in response to a prior communication.20th Aug 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0007
The full load power curve tests of the 'SS' engine and comparison with the Phantom engine.28th Aug 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0008
Page 2 of a report detailing engine tests, focusing on carburetter performance, induction systems, and resolving issues with dynamo drive and valve bounce.28th Aug 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0009
Engine seizing issue, a proposed fix, and a weight comparison with the production Phantom.28th Aug 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0010
Power curve graph comparing the performance of the 'Super Sports' Phantom engine against the 'Continental' Phantom and an average production unit.28th Aug 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0011
The running conditions and subsequent modifications for Super Sports Engine No. 55-3.5th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0012
Engine testing, covering vibration, fuel supply, valve timings, and oil system performance.5th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0013
Blueprint showing the oil grooves in a dynamo drive bush for a Super Sports engine.5th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0014
Blueprint detailing oil drain grooves in a governor housing for a Super Sports Engine.5th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0015
Sketch showing the arrangement of an oil scoop for a super-sports engine.5th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0016
Technical drawing of a Modified Rocker Shaft for a Super-Sports Engine.5th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0017
Performance graph for engine no. 553, detailing the power curve, oil pressures, and induction depression.4th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0018
Technical report on the running conditions and performance testing of the 'SS' Engine No. SS-3.20th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0019
Comparison of power curves for 110° and 116° camshafts, with notes on vacuum pump lubrication and tappet adjustment.19th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0020
Power curve graph for the Super Sports Engine N°SS-3 with a 116° camshaft, comparing performance with a 110° camshaft.19th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0021
The running conditions and compression pressure tests for 'SS' Engine No. SS-3.28th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0022
Various engine noises, including piston knock, rocker mechanism noise, and timing gear issues.25th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0023
Graph of compression pressures for a Super Sports Engine.25th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0024
Graph plotting the mechanical efficiency and friction horsepower of Engine No SS-3 against its RPM.25th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0025
Technical memo discussing sticking 20 HP valve inlets and Phantom power curves.17th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0026
Engine performance issues, including camshaft effects, piston rings, and torque reaction experiments.17th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0027
Ratings for two couplings and details of a Chrysler spring drive.17th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0028
Graph comparing Torque vs. Angular Deflection for a Standard Hardy Coupling and an ALPE Coupling.17th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0029
Expressing concern that the 'SS' engine development has been neglected due to the focus on aero engine work.17th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0030
Engine compression experiments, torque re-action, and potential carburetion improvements.17th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0031
The running conditions, power curve, and recent modifications of the Super Sports Engine S.S.3.18th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0032
Continued report on engine testing, detailing issues with manifold distortion, gear noise, piston lapping, and oil pressure.18th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0033
Engine modifications concerning oil supply, crankcase pressure, and valve mechanism noise.18th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0034
Graph of petrol consumption curves for a Super Sports engine.18th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0035
Power curve graph for the Super Sports Engine No. SS-3.9th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0036
'SS' engine development work, comparing its performance to the F.2.B. series engine.26th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0037
Technical discussion on increasing engine power through carburettor and compression ratio modifications.26th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0038
Analysis of engine power gains and comparative airflow tests between SS and F.2.B. cylinder heads.26th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0039
Increasing valve lift to improve air flow and volumetric efficiency, with proposals for further testing on an SS engine.26th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0040
Engine component testing, including induction systems, carburetors, manifolds, and pistons.26th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0041
Engine noise issues from springs and valves, with recommendations for modifications.25th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0042
Graph of Mechanical Efficiency and Friction Horse Power for the Super Sports Engine No. SS-3.25th Sep 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0043
Graph comparing airflow through Super Sports and F-2-B series inlet valves.26th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0044
Blueprint graph comparing the power output of a Super Sports engine against a standard F-2-B series engine.26th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0045
Blueprint of an apparatus for measuring airflow past valves for different pressure heads and various lifts.27th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0046
The power loss and noise from the super sports exhaust system manifold.27th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0047
Graph plotting brake horsepower and percentage power loss against engine RPM for a Super Sports Engine with and without an exhaust manifold.26th Oct 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0048
Options for improving acceleration through ample engine power or improved gearing, such as a freewheel mechanism.7th Nov 1928Box 92 \ 2  scan0049
Proposed gearbox design combining an epicyclic unit with a conventional 2-speed gearbox.16th Jan 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0050
The performance of the 'SS' Chassis Engine and improvements on the 19-EX engine.16th Jan 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0051
Test report on Hypoid gears under full torque conditions on an 'SS' chassis.2nd Feb 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0052
Investigations into joint faults, gearbox tests, and petrol consumption.2nd Feb 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0053
Power curves of the SS model versus the Phantom and the functionality of a new rear wheel carrier.7th Feb 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0054
Performance graph showing Horse Power at Road Wheels vs. Engine R.P.M. for Standard Phantom and S.S. chassis.7th Feb 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0055
Blueprint comparing various types of trunnion bearings.8th Feb 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0056
Technical memorandum detailing dynamometer performance and weight data for the S.S. and Standard Phantom models.9th Jul 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0057
S.S. chassis tests, discussing axle performance, steering, and investigations into noise issues on various experimental cars.16th Jul 1929Box 92 \ 2  scan0058
Manifold and exhaust note tests, comparing Phantom models and S.S. cars.13th Jan 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0059
Performance analysis comparing the standard silencer system with a new cast aluminum expansion box system for the Phantom II.13th Jan 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0060
The overheating and melting of an aluminium exhaust component during bench testing, with plans for further road tests.13th Jan 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0061
Graph showing Brake Horse Power against RPM for an engine with various exhaust system configurations.9th Jan 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0062
Graph showing power loss curves for engine No SS-15 with various standard exhaust system configurations.9th Jan 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0063
Performance graph comparing Brake Horse Power vs RPM for different exhaust manifold pipe systems on engine SS-15.10th Jan 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0064
Blueprint diagram illustrating the failure points of a cut-out ring.11th Jan 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0065
The performance of a Solex twin choke carburettor on a Phantom II car.22th Jan 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0066
Carburetter performance, detailing throttle response and potential refinements.14th Feb 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0067
The petrol consumption of an S.S. car, comparing different driving styles and speeds.14th Feb 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0068
Cooling system tests for the 19-EX and Phantom II models conducted at Brooklands.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0069
Tests conducted to improve vehicle engine cooling by adjusting ventilation, shutters, and underpanels.26th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0070
Engine cooling improvements, including ventilated bonnets, radiator design, and oil temperature analysis for hot climates.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0071
Vehicle performance, detailing issues with overheating, petrol supply, and recorded lap speeds.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0072
Test report continuation comparing vehicle performance, detailing issues with an American car and model 19-EX during speed and engine tests.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0073
Engine cooling system tests, including water circulation, fan belt tension, and the American Phantom II.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0074
Summary of improvements and findings related to the Phantom II's bonnet ventilation, fan, and radiator systems.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0075
The necessity of fitting ventilated or louvred bonnets to cars to cope with high speeds.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0076
Graph plotting water and oil temperatures against miles run during a vehicle test.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0077
Graph showing the ambient temperatures at which a Standard Phantom II Cabriolet will overheat with different ventilation modifications.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0078
Graph showing top and bottom water temperatures under various bonnet and shutter configurations.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0079
Graph plotting oil and water temperature against miles run under specific vehicle conditions.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0080
Graph comparing critical air temperatures for spring-tensioned vs positively-tensioned fan belts at 62 MPH without bonnet ventilation.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0081
Graph comparing top water temperature against miles run for experimental models 18 E.X. and 19 E.X.25th Jun 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0082
Blueprint illustrating a modification to the front undershield to improve the cooling system.9th Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0083
Second report on Brooklands radiator tests, detailing issues with the autovac fuel supply system.9th Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0084
Engine fuel supply, vacuum pump efficiency, and overheating issues.9th Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0085
Cooling system fan belt performance and mixture strength issues at high speeds.9th Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0086
Engine pre-ignition, fuel supply, and a comparison of different radiator matrixes and bottom outlets.9th Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0087
Engine cooling circulation tests, analyzing the effects of system restrictions and vehicle speed on water temperature.9th Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0088
Analysis of a car's cooling system performance under various driving conditions and ambient temperatures.9th Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0089
Recommendations for improvements to fuel and cooling systems, and proposals for Phantom II hill climbing tests.9th Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0090
Graphs illustrating the results of a Brooklands test on an engine cooling system, detailing the effects of fan configuration, vehicle speed, and radiator shutters on water temperature.2nd Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0091
Series of graphs and diagrams illustrating the effect of water circulation on overheating in a car's cooling system.2nd Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0092
Graph from a Brooklands test showing top and bottom water temperatures under various fan and radiator conditions.2nd Jul 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0093
Graph showing the effect of temperature on complete car circulation.18th Aug 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0094
Friction horsepower test on a Phantom II engine.18th Aug 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0095
The comparative cooling performance of five cars tested at Brooklands.25th Aug 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0096
Comparison of cooling system capacity and performance characteristics against competitor vehicles.25th Aug 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0097
Report page detailing vehicle performance comparisons, speedometer data, and maximum speed tests for various models.25th Aug 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0098
Continuation page mentioning gain due to a 112º camshaft and higher compression.25th Aug 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0099
Comparison of vehicle specifications across different car manufacturers, including data on face area, volume, and temperature.1st Sep 1930Box 92 \ 2  scan0100


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