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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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Secret memo discussing arrangements for vehicle testing, including a 20/25 model, a Spectre, and a Vauxhall, to evaluate suspension characteristics.7th Mar 1935Box 136 \ 4  scan0116
Requesting power loss tests on a Wilson Gearbox removed from vehicle 18-G-IV.10th Apr 1935Box 136 \ 4  scan0117
French language article discussing Cotal electro-mechanical, Wilson, and Maybach gearboxes with diagrams.25th Apr 1935Box 136 \ 4  scan0118
Letter from The S.U. Company acknowledging the return of a Balor Gear box in good condition.11th May 1935Box 136 \ 4  scan0119
Letter to Mr. Flower of The S.U. Company regarding the Balor Gear Box, declining its current use but expressing interest in future developments.22th May 1935Box 136 \ 4  scan0120
Competitor's gearbox and proposing a pump-powered system for remote control gear changes.18th May 1936Box 136 \ 4  scan0121
Letter from The British Thomson-Houston Company Ltd regarding a report on a gear after laboratory examination.21th Nov 1936Box 136 \ 4  scan0122
Specifications for Ford Steel, including its supplier, composition, and heat treatment process for gears.18th Dec 1936Box 136 \ 4  scan0123
Visit to Hughes Johnson to investigate the high cost of stampings for gearbox levers.14th Jan 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0124
Cost savings and manufacturing modifications for a reverse drag link on the Bentley servo.14th Jan 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0125
Requesting the standardization of thrust races in test bed gear box units.13th Jan 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0126
Letter from the Experimental Department to Mr. A. Alltree about his synchromesh gear change method.10th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0127
Letter to the editor of 'The Motor' magazine, requesting to forward an enclosed letter to a Mr. A. Alltree regarding his gearbox.10th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0128
Letter from an external party responding to an enquiry about a preselector gear control mechanism and its potential applications.12th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0129
Article from 'The Motor' magazine about a novel semi-automatic clutch-pedal gear change mechanism with synchromesh.9th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0130
Article discussing the Pneugrippa process for improving tyre grip and mileage.9th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0131
Description of a novel clutch-pedal gear change mechanism.9th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0132
Description of the gear disengagement, engagement, and the self-change spring mechanism.9th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0133
With diagrams describing the cam and peg mechanism for a gearbox.9th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0134
Description of gear lock mechanisms and an automatic gear selection feature for quick getaways.9th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0135
Page detailing the operation and benefits of a preselector gearbox and potential future developments.9th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0136
Comparison between Synchromesh and Epicyclic gears.9th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0137
Technical drawing and description of a 2-speed unit preselector self-changing control for synchro-mesh gears.16th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0138
Follow-up letter discussing patent specifications for a preselector semi-automatic gearbox and an alternative clutch mechanism.16th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0139
Letter from a consulting engineer regarding US and British patents for a gear shift lock.12th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0140
Letter from W.W. Constantine to L.H. Grylls regarding a gear shift lock developed by Fiat.12th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0141
Patent diagram sheet for a gear shift lock mechanism.14th Feb 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0142
Patent drawing for a gear shift lock mechanism.14th Feb 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0143
Patent document for a Gear Shift Lock mechanism.14th Feb 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0144
Patent diagram illustrating a gear shift lock mechanism.14th Feb 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0145
United States Patent for a gear shift lock mechanism, assigned to General Motors.14th Feb 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0146
Page from a patent application describing a change-speed transmission mechanism.14th Feb 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0147
Detailed description of a gear selection and locking mechanism, likely from a patent application.14th Feb 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0148
Detailed description of a change speed transmission mechanism.14th Feb 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0149
Patent document detailing the claims and operation of a change speed transmission system.21th Mar 1931Box 136 \ 4  scan0150
Patent specification for improvements to a control mechanism with reference to gear boxes.21th Mar 1931Box 136 \ 4  scan0151
Patent specification document for improvements to gearbox control mechanisms.21th Mar 1930Box 136 \ 4  scan0152
Patent application describing a control mechanism for gearboxes with seven distinct claims.18th Jan 1932Box 136 \ 4  scan0153
Patent specification for a preselector self-selecting gear control mechanism.7th Jul 1934Box 136 \ 4  scan0154
Patent specification detailing improvements in and relating to change-speed gear control.7th Jul 1934Box 136 \ 4  scan0155
Patent specification for a change-speed gear control mechanism.6th Jul 1935Box 136 \ 4  scan0156
Page of claims from a patent specification regarding a change-speed gear control system.6th Jul 1935Box 136 \ 4  scan0157
Complete specification drawing sheet detailing various mechanical components and assemblies.6th Jul 1935Box 136 \ 4  scan0158
Complete specification document sheet showing various mechanical linkage and governor mechanisms.21th Oct 1932Box 136 \ 4  scan0159
Patent specification for improvements in change-speed gearing, specifically for preselector semi-automatic control for synchromesh gears.21th Oct 1932Box 136 \ 4  scan0160
Provisional specification detailing improvements to change-speed gearing mechanisms.20th Oct 1932Box 136 \ 4  scan0161
Specification for an invention relating to improvements in change-speed gearing mechanisms.1st Nov 1932Box 136 \ 4  scan0162
Patent specification document detailing the claims and mechanisms for a change-speed gearing system.6th Jun 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0163
Complete specification drawing with six figures illustrating a mechanical linkage and cam system.6th Jun 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0164
Complete specification drawing of engine components, possibly related to a valve operating mechanism and crankshaft.6th Jun 1933Box 136 \ 4  scan0165
Complete specification drawings of various mechanical cam and lever arrangements.17th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0166
Letter from the Experimental Department regarding a patent specification for a gear shaft lock.17th Feb 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0167
Specifications for a universal gearbox for Bentley III, Phantom, and Wraith models.16th Jul 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0168
New gearbox design, including its actuation, shaft, and casing, with comparisons to the Phantom III and Wraith models.16th Jul 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0169
Note detailing modifications to the drive shaft, speedometer gears, and rear rubber mountings.26th Aug 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0170
The Spigot Bearing for the Universal Gear Box and a related quotation from Hoffmanns.26th Aug 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0171
Blueprint for a spigot bearing for a universal gearbox, for Bentley III, Phantom, and Wraith models.27th Aug 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0172
Change from chromium plated and engraved speed gates to dull nickel plated gates without lettering, and the addition of a leather cover.27th Aug 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0173
Springs in the universal gearbox, comparing Buick and Vauxhall synchromesh systems.2nd Sep 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0174
Continued note on reducing stress in springs by tapering them to increase flexibility.2nd Sep 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0175
Changes to the change speed gate for all chassis, including plating and model adoption.3rd Sep 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0176
On reverting to bronze cones for gearboxes after cast iron failures, and continuing to test alternative materials.8th Sep 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0177
The discontinuation of chromium plating and engraving on change speed gates for specific chassis.16th Sep 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0178
Modifications to the universal gearbox pattern to accommodate a larger universal joint.16th Sep 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0179
Modifications to a 2nd speed Buick type coupling for a Universal Gearbox being tested on a Phantom III.29th Sep 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0180
Request to fit a gearbox with 3 plates and a non-positive synchromesh to vehicle 22.G.V.30th Sep 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0181
Request to obtain two new departure Radax type bearings from Delco-Remy & Hyatt.11th Oct 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0182
Order for New Departure Radax Type Bearings which are no longer required.18th Oct 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0183
Letter to Messrs. Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. regarding the cancellation of an order for No.30307 bearings.18th Oct 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0184
Quotation from Delco-Remy & Hyatt Ltd. for New Departure Radax type bearings.15th Oct 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0185
Letter proposing an alternative design for a semi-automatic synchromesh gear preselector control.26th Oct 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0186
Semi-automatic gear control mechanism.26th Oct 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0187
Description of the gear change mechanism, focusing on clutch operation, cam, peg, gear lock, and coupling pawls.26th Oct 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0188
Description of the self-selection gear mechanism for easier and safer acceleration during a getaway.1st Oct 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0189
Blueprint detailing the mechanism of a preselector self-changing gear control system for synchromesh gears.1st Oct 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0190
Blueprint for a modification to the Universal Gearbox 2nd speed coupling.1st Nov 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0191
Instruction to incorporate a 2nd speed Buick type coupling modification into universal gearboxes.2nd Nov 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0192
Patent specification for improvements in change speed gears.27th Dec 1934Box 136 \ 4  scan0193
Detailed description of a change-over coupling mechanism and synchronizing brake for a multi-speed gearbox.22th Dec 1934Box 136 \ 4  scan0194
Patent specification detailing claims for a change-speed gearing system for motor vehicles.22th Dec 1934Box 136 \ 4  scan0195
Complete specification drawing of a mechanical assembly with multiple figures.9th Nov 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0196
Cone assembly tests for a universal gearbox synchro-mesh.9th Nov 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0197
The assembly methods and testing for cones and gears, comparing pressure and shrinkage processes.9th Nov 1937Box 136 \ 4  scan0198
Test report for a universal gearbox synchro-mesh cone, including a diagram of surface wear and performance data tables.1st Jan 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0199
Bush seizure failure in a Bentley's overdrive gearbox, attributing it to a hardened steel bush and planning to revert to a bronze one.1st Jan 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0200
Advising on the initial running of Over-Drive Gearbox No.15.HS with Hi-press oil to avoid seizure.4th Jan 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0201
Modification to the revised universal gearbox for B.111, B.50, and Wraith models.18th Jan 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0202
Recording the experiences and results of testing steel versus bronze bushes in synchromesh gearboxes.19th Jan 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0203
Issue with free pinions in gearboxes for the Wraith model.19th Jan 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0204
Letter to Kennings Ltd. requesting a trial run on a 16.HP. Riley with an over-drive gearbox.2nd Feb 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0205
Secret memo discussing experimental mileage, discovery of troubles, and the fitting of steel bushes.9th Feb 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0206
Short run of a 16 HP Riley to evaluate its overdrive gearbox.11th Feb 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0207
Auto-Static brake as a preferable arrangement to a scotch in the brake system.14th Feb 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0208
Letter from British Timken Limited offering a trial set of ball races for gear boxes.14th Feb 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0209
Price list and specification sheet for Timken single row cylindrical roller bearings, medium series in inch and metric sizes.14th Feb 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0210
Specification sheet for Deep Groove, Single Row Ball Bearings, divided into Light and Medium series with both Inch and Metric dimensions.22th Feb 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0211
Experimental fitting of a vacuum-operated servo for the change speed lever.22th Feb 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0212
Letter regarding the return of noisy gearbox bearings for re-burnishing after running for 20,000 miles.3rd Mar 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0213
Accompanying blueprints for a Wraith gearbox casing, detailing its components and referencing related part drawings.17th Mar 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0214
Modification to rubber buffers for a gearbox tie rod.20th Apr 1938Box 136 \ 4  scan0215


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