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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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Graph of Indicated Horse Power and other performance metrics for the 3 1/2 Litre Bentley engine.28th Nov 1934Box 133 \ 1  scan0206
Graph showing the Indicated and Brake Powers for a 4¼ Litre Bentley engine.7th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0207
Graph comparing motoring losses for a 4¼ Litre Bentley engine with a standard block versus one with chromium-plated bores.7th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0208
Graph plotting the mechanical efficiency versus RPM for a 3½ Litre Bentley engine.27th Jan 1934Box 133 \ 1  scan0209
Graph of mechanical efficiency versus RPM for a 4¼ Litre Bentley engine.13th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0210
Graph showing a motoring loss analysis for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley engine, plotting lost mean effective pressure against RPM.4th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0211
Graph showing motoring loss analysis (LMEP vs RPM) for a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley engine with various components removed.4th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0212
Graph of a motoring loss analysis showing lost horsepower versus RPM for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley engine.17th May 1936Box 133 \ 1  scan0213
Graph showing a motoring loss analysis of a 4¼ Litre Bentley engine, plotting lost horsepower against RPM as various components are removed.5th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0214
Graph plotting a motoring loss analysis (L.M.E.P. vs R.P.M.) of various engine components for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley.5th Apr 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0215
Graph detailing the motoring loss analysis and lost Mean Effective Pressure (MEP) of various components for a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley engine.28th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0216
Graph showing motoring loss analysis and percentage losses of components for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley engine.28th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0217
Blueprint graph of a motoring loss analysis for a 4 1/4 Litre Bentley engine, showing percentage loss of components against RPM.20th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0218
Letter to Coventry Climax Engines requesting information on the relative costs, weights, cylinder wear and oil consumption of O.H.I. versus O.H.V. type engines.20th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0219
Requesting a change of the silencing system on the No. 2c Bentley S/C Unit test bed.25th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0220
Build schedule and handover of a Valve Gear Rig to the millwrights.25th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0221
Work schedule for the Chassis S/C Unit, detailing power checks, parts fitting and engine allocation.22th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0222
Instructing the stripping of test bed No.2c to build a new valve gear rig.27th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0223
Return of a borrowed B.T.H. motor and a suggested temporary setup.29th May 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0224
Progress memo regarding the Chassis S/C Unit, including running times, urgent jobs, and parts status.1st Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0225
Request to order metering jets and spare glass gauge tubes for an Amel Mark IX flowmeter.3rd Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0226
Requesting urgent spare parts for High Power Units and providing an update on a chassis unit and valve gear rig.8th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0227
Return of an Amal Flow meter (Mark IX) for checking new jets.11th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0228
Work schedule for the S/C Chassis Unit, detailing component modifications and subsequent tests.15th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0229
Request to order 7 lbs of mercury for use on the test beds.17th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0230
Letter to Dr. J.C. Morrison of Glasgow University seeking advice on reducing power loss in engine silencing systems.17th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0231
Page 2 of a letter to Dr. J.C. Morrison posing questions about engine power loss, exhaust, and testing methods.17th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0232
Work schedule for an S/C Chassis Unit, detailing modifications, tests, and required spare parts.22th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0233
The production of two covers for a Phantom III oil cooler for use on the No.2.C. Bed.25th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0234
Letter to H.R. Ricardo confirming an offer to co-relate single cylinder work with full-scale engines.23th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0235
Work report for a supercharged chassis unit detailing running times, planned tasks, and required spares.29th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0236
Letter from Ricardo & Co. to W. A. Robotham arranging a meeting regarding Air Ministry research.26th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0237
Letter to O. Thornycroft of Ricardo & Co. arranging for an assistant to visit Shoreham.2nd Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0238
Telegram received by telephone arranging a visit for an assistant.5th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0239
Notification confirming a representative's visit to Thornycroft in Shoreham-by-Sea.5th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0240
Post Office telegram arranging a visit for an assistant from Thornycroft.5th Jul 1917Box 133 \ 1  scan0241
Request to machine an inclined valve high power head and create a new gasket to achieve a specific compression ratio.6th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0242
Work plan for testing and modifying an S/C chassis unit's engine components.6th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0243
Request to clear up the faces of two tappets from a Chassis S/C Unit and have them fescolised.9th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0244
Letter from James Watt Engineering Laboratories discussing proposed research into reducing power losses and consulting fees.9th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0245
Proposal for experimental work to measure engine pressure variations to identify the cause of power loss.9th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0246
Letter from John C. Morrison proposing a meeting in Derby to discuss a research project.28th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0247
Letter from a patent agent proposing a collaboration with a university expert on exhaust manifolds.28th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0248
Arrangements for Dr. Morrison's visit to Derby, prompted by Mr. Park of Park Ward's.2nd Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0249
Letter to Dr. J.C. Morrison discussing the use of consulting engineers versus in-house development.15th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0250
Letter discussing power loss due to engine silencing requirements and arranging a potential visit to Derby.15th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0251
Letter to Messrs. Cruikshank & Fairweather discussing losses in exhaust systems and performance standards.16th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0252
Criticising Mr. Douglas Fairweather's assessment of Glasgow University Students' capacity regarding an exhaust system problem.16th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0253
Flame movement and pressure development in gasoline engines.21th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0254
Analysis of combustion roughness, flame propagation, and spark advance in engines.21th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0255
The problem of flame velocity in relation to pressure and combustion.21th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0256
The relationship between pressure and volume of combustion products, referencing Janeway's theory and adiabatic expansion.21th Jul 1927Box 133 \ 1  scan0257
Page discussing the effect of volume distribution on the position of maximum flame velocity, referencing several figures.21th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0258
Analysis of flame velocity and pressure rise in relation to ignition position for smooth combustion.21th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0259
Pressure-time curves and flame propagation for designing smooth combustion chambers.21th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0260
Page describing the method for constructing a pressure-time diagram from a volume distribution curve.21th Jul 1937Box 133 \ 1  scan0261
Proposal to revive a single cylinder engine test unit for chassis engine development.17th May 1933Box 133 \ 2  scan0001
Sending blueprints for a Single Cylinder Test Unit for car engine development.17th Oct 1933Box 133 \ 2  scan0002
Accompanying drawings for a Single Cylinder Unit, detailing the contact breaker, driving discs, and camshafts.22th Nov 1933Box 133 \ 2  scan0003
Accompanying diagrams related to a Single Cylinder Test Unit.5th Dec 1933Box 133 \ 2  scan0004
Drawing LeC.3739, showing an experimental head for a single cylinder test unit which is being covered by a patent specification.16th Dec 1933Box 133 \ 2  scan0005
Material choice for the crankcase of a single-cylinder engine test unit.13th Feb 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0006
Urgent request to supply a short cross rail and fit a Farnborough Indicator to the Kestrel Single Cylinder No. 2 Bed.5th Mar 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0007
Test report on a 20/25 single-cylinder unit detailing performance, lubrication issues, and adjustable valve controls.21th Mar 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0008
Oil leakage problems and outlining future engine testing work.21th Mar 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0009
Performance graph for a 20/25 single cylinder engine.20th Mar 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0010
Justifying the use of roller bearings over plain bearings in a 20/25 HP single cylinder unit.27th Mar 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0011
Questioning the use of a non-standard roller bearing crankshaft in a 20/25 single cylinder test unit.26th Mar 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0012
New inlet valve rocker for a Ramp Head single cylinder car engine test bed unit.9th Apr 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0013
Modifications to a ramp head single cylinder car engine test unit.17th Apr 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0014
Testing modified valves and valve sizes on a Ramp Head Single Cylinder Car Engine test unit.17th Apr 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0015
Letter to Rudge Whitworth Motor Cycle Co. proposing a meeting to exchange engine performance data.11th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0016
Letter to Norton Motor Cycle Co. Ltd. about purchasing a 500 c.c. single-cylinder racing engine for test purposes.19th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0017
Letter from Norton Motors Ltd. regarding a meeting to discuss balancing equipment.23th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0018
Letter to Norton Motors Ltd. arranging a works visit for a Mr. Skinner.24th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0019
Letter from Rudge-Whitworth Limited regarding a 500 c.c. racing engine, with drawings and a cost estimate.28th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0020
Second page of a continued letter to Rudge-Whitworth Ltd. regarding an engine order.29th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0021
Proposal to purchase a Rudge-Whitworth motorcycle engine to research 4-valve cylinder heads.29th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0022
Letter to Rudge-Whitworth Ltd. requesting a drawing of a test bed coupling and confirmation of a brake type.31th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0023
Short memo authorising the ordering of a unit with a covering order due to an approximate price.31th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0024
Proposal to purchase a Rudge-Whitworth motorcycle engine for single-cylinder research work.29th May 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0025
Letter to Norton Motors Ltd. concerning the purchase of one of their motorcycle engines.7th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0026
Letter from Norton Motors Ltd. regarding the purchase of one of their motorcycle engines and arranging a meeting.8th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0027
Letter to Messrs. Norton Motors Ltd. confirming a visit on the 12th inst.9th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0028
Letter to H.R. Ricardo regarding 4-litre Bentley cylinder head development and single-cylinder engine research.11th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0029
Letter from Harry R. Ricardo of Ricardo & Co. to W. A. Robotham regarding the scheduling of a meeting.13th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0030
Letter to H.R. Ricardo of Ricardo & Co. Engineers, confirming a visit.14th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0031
Letter from Ricardo & Co., Engineers confirming a meeting with W. A. Robotham.18th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0032
Letter from Norton Motors Ltd. confirming an agreement to supply a racing engine for experimental purposes.13th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0033
Letter from Norton Motors Ltd. discussing engine development, experimental engines, and potential collaboration.13th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0034
Page 3 of a letter from Norton Motors regarding a proposed collaboration on an engine.13th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0035
Letter to Norton Motors Ltd. concerning the purchase of an engine and the limited information that can be shared from subsequent tests.19th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0036
Letter outlining terms for a potential engine supply, covering publicity restrictions, payment, and a proposed meeting.19th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0037
Letter from Norton Motors Ltd. regarding the loan of an engine for testing.21th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0038
Letter to Norton Motors Ltd. arranging a meeting with their technical representatives.22th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0039
Letter to H.R. Ricardo of Ricardo & Co. discussing a recent visit, exchanging a paper for review, and requesting prints.28th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0040
Letter to Crossley Motors regarding a visit to discuss a side valve exhaust overhead inlet cylinder head.28th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0041
Letter to H.R. Ricardo sending a copy of Janeway's paper for his opinion following a recent visit.28th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0042
Letter from Crossley Motors Ltd acknowledging a previous letter and explaining a delay in response.2nd Jul 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0043
Letter from Crossley Motors arranging a visit to discuss the Ricardo type combustion head.3rd Jul 1934Box 133 \ 2  scan0044


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