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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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Drawings for a generator, induction pipe, and carburetter for the B.80 Marine Unit.17th Jun 1940Box 133 \ 3  scan0248
Patent office search for the Burney 'Chordal' Engine.16th Jan 1941Box 133 \ 3  scan0249
List of applications in the name of Sir C. Dennistoun Burney, relating to Aircraft and other military hardware.16th Jan 1941Box 133 \ 3  scan0250
On Wraith design data, discussing a questionnaire from Buick, timing chains, and piston testing.25th Jan 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0001
Letter to Buick asking for technical information on their Series 40 model.26th Nov 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0002
Letter asking for information regarding flap valves and flywheel flutter.26th Nov 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0003
Letter from General Motors Export Company regarding an enquiry made to the Buick Motor Car Company.4th Jan 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0004
Technical summary of engine component issues and developments, including timing chains, carburetters, and pistons.12th Dec 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0005
Letter from a Chief Engineer at Buick Motor Company detailing experiences with engine components.12th Dec 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0006
Blueprint for a Valve - Exhaust Manifold.19th Jan 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0007
Graph plotting suction in inches of Hâ‚‚O against RPM, comparing a Marvel and a Stromberg carburetor for a 1934 Series 8-40 engine.1st Jan 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0008
Graph comparing engine torque for cast versus machined combustion chambers, corrected to 103°F.24th Jan 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0009
Table of steel specifications from the Buick Motor Company.24th Jan 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0010
Blueprint for the assembly of an exhaust manifold valve shaft.18th Jan 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0011
Blueprint for an exhaust manifold valve shaft with detailed dimensions and material specifications.18th Jan 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0012
Blueprint for a bushing for an exhaust manifold valve shaft.18th Jan 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0013
Blueprint for the assembly of an exhaust manifold valve body.18th Jan 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0014
Assembly drawing for an exhaust manifold valve and body.18th Jan 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0015
Letter to H. Holton of Le Baron Detroit Co. enclosing a blueprint of a Bentley 4-door Sports Saloon for design ideas.8th May 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0016
List of requested design features and modifications for the Phantom and Bentley models.29th May 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0017
List of vehicle design features and components with handwritten annotations and checkmarks.29th May 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0018
Proposing the use of automatic controls for chassis engines to simplify driving.16th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0019
Discussion of various schemes for automatic throttle stop and mixture control systems.16th Jun 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0020
Page discussing a proposed engine control scheme combining suction control with the speed governor for ignition.2nd Jul 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0021
Summary of a discussion on potential Bentley design improvements, including Halford tappets and rubber engine mounting.2nd Jul 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0022
Immediate and experimental vehicle developments, including headlamp, exhaust, and engine improvements.2nd Jul 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0023
List of experiments and improvements regarding supercharging, system silence, and clutch engagement.2nd Jul 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0024
Letter from LeBaron Detroit Company regarding a blueprint and a new design for a Bentley.11th Jul 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0025
Letter from LeBaron Detroit Company with design suggestions for the new Bentley, emphasizing speed over luxury.31th Aug 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0026
Correspondence to Le Baron Detroit Company regarding a Bentley drawing and the influence of the Chrysler Airflow on aerodynamic design.14th Sep 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0027
Gentleman's design ideas for the appearance of a Bentley.14th Sep 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0028
Front end appearance and styling of cars, referencing American trends and specific models like the Packard and Phantom II.22th Oct 1934Box 133 \ 4  scan0029
Design information memo detailing results from a 15,000-mile test on a new Bentley, focusing on steering and suspension.13th May 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0030
Engine smoothness, the petrol tank, and exhaust system failures.13th May 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0031
Report of work dealt with by the Drawing Office for the 20/25 HP. Chassis.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0032
Status report on various engineering schemes and drawing completions for the 20/25 HP chassis.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0033
Progress report on various chassis components and modifications for 20/25 HP and 3.5 Litre Bentley models.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0034
List of engineering changes and drawing statuses for the 3 1/4 Litre Bentley Chassis.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0035
List of modifications and schemes with their completion dates for the 3½ Litre Bentley Chassis.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0036
List of scheme modifications for the 3½ Litre Bentley Chassis and Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0037
List of specifications and modifications for the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0038
List of modifications and completed drawings related to the Spectre 12-Cylinder engine.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0039
List of modifications and drawing statuses for the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine and related components.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0040
Status report on engineering drawings for the Spectre 12-cylinder engine and associated components.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0041
List of drawing schedules and their status for the Spectre 12-Cylinder engine.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0042
List of engineering modifications and parts for the Spectre 12-Cylinder engine.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0043
Log of design modifications and new components for the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0044
Log of design modifications and scheme details for the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine and Wraith Chassis.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0045
Status list of completed and issued detail drawings for the Wraith chassis.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0046
Status report on drawing completions and modifications for various chassis and engines.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0047
Modification to the Cutout Unit on all chassis to reduce voltage drop.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0048
Drawing Office report on the status of work in hand for the 3 1/2 Litre Bentley Chassis and the Spectre 12-Cylinder Engine.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0049
List of engineering modifications and arrangements for the Spectre 12-Cyl. Engine and Wraith Chassis.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0050
List of engineering changes and drawing statuses for the Wraith Chassis.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0051
Status report on detail drawings for Wraith, Spectre, and Universal S/C Test Chassis Engine components.12th Jun 1935Box 133 \ 4  scan0052
Lack of cohesion within the Experimental Department and a request for co-operation.23th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0053
Secret memo urging progress on experimental work for 'Forced Fit Knurled Assemblies' which is conditional for the Wraith design.28th Jan 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0054
List of proposed design work, research, and major modifications for the Phantom III, Bentley, and Wraith models.11th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0055
Cost breakdown for laboratory equipment and installations for car component test rigs.11th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0056
Comparative table of engine specifications for various American cars.26th May 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0057
Two alternative designs to reduce the height of a steam valve tower to improve driving visibility.26th May 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0058
Driving visibility issues caused by radiator mascots and potential design solutions for the Phantom III.21th May 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0059
Highlighting design issues with the steering box and S.U. carburetter.7th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0060
Modification to connecting rods and the need for a standardisation sheet before production implementation.9th Jun 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0061
List of proposed design work for Phantom III, Bentley, and Wraith models, categorized by complexity.11th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0062
List of new or unstandardised designs instructed for experimental use during 1936.11th Feb 1937Box 133 \ 4  scan0063
List of modifications and schemes for various vehicle components, with associated dates and reference codes from 1936.9th Nov 1936Box 133 \ 4  scan0064
Request to urge the detailing of hydraulic tappets for the B.60 and an improved exhaust valve for the Wraith & B.V. engine.19th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0065
Design department report on the work in progress for various chassis, listed in order of urgency.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0066
Job list from page 2 detailing tasks, their completion status, and the responsible section leaders.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0067
Job list detailing modifications and parts for the Silver Ripple I and Wraith III models, with assigned section leaders.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0068
Job list detailing tasks and their status for the Bentley Corniche, Silver Wraith, and Silver Dawn models.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0069
Job list allocating tasks for the Bentley Cresta and Wraith 80 models to various section leaders.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0070
Project status document detailing jobs and section leaders for the Silver Ripple II, Bentley Comet, and Phantom III models.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0071
Progress report on the Bentley II, L.H. 8 Cylinder car, noting the chassis layout is partly done and questioning the engine and frame.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0072
List of general work and rationalisation tasks applicable to several chassis models.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0073
Progress report listing engineering jobs, their status, and the responsible section leader.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0074
Work allocation document listing jobs and the section leaders assigned to them.22th Apr 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0075
Outlining the stoppage of work on the 'Corniche' exhaust system to prioritize other design details.24th May 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0076
Outlining the outstanding work and progress on the Rationalised Programme for various chassis and engine designs.16th Jun 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0077
List of outstanding work for various vehicle models including the Silver Ripplet, Silver Wraith, and Silver Dawn.15th Jun 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0078
List of design and development points for various car models including the Silver Dawn, Phantom, Wraith, and Corniche.15th Jun 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0079
List of components and features for various car models.14th Jul 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0080
Work list detailing outstanding tasks for various car models during a staff absence.14th Jul 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0081
Progress update on the Corniche, Silver Wraith, and Junior Rationalised car programmes.14th Jul 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0082
Prioritizing the development of a rationalised gearbox for an 8-cylinder Bentley to compete with Lagonda.5th Aug 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0083
Outlining urgent design priorities for engines, gearboxes, and body specifications for various models.11th Aug 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0084
Introducing a new process for issuing fortnightly statements on chassis design work.11th Oct 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0085
Progress report from October 1939 detailing a list of completed schemes.11th Oct 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0086
Progress report detailing completed schemes with associated drawings, specifications, and usage.11th Oct 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0087
Progress report on work in hand, listing projects, their associated models, and completion status.11th Oct 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0088
Progress report on chassis design and the four-cylinder 2.8-litre engine.21th Oct 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0089
Progress report from October 1939 detailing completed schemes and their associated drawings.21th Oct 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0090
Progress report sheet detailing the status of various drawing office jobs.21th Oct 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0091
Progress report on chassis design for the fortnight ending 4th November 1939.6th Nov 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0092
Progress report from November 1939, detailing work completed on various drawings and specifications.6th Nov 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0093
Progress report on work in hand, detailing drawing numbers, titles, associated models, and their completion status.6th Nov 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0094
Cover sheet for a fortnightly report on the progress of chassis design.20th Nov 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0095
Progress report detailing completed work items with their corresponding project or model names.20th Nov 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0096
Progress report detailing the status of various automotive components and designs.20th Nov 1939Box 133 \ 4  scan0097


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