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Table calculating torsional vibration periods for various car engines using the 'System of Flywheels' method.29th Mar 1923Box 137 \ 4  scan0005
Letter to Major B.C. Carter discussing the method for correcting and calculating the stiffness of a single crank from tests on a complete shaft.28th Mar 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0006
Comparison of observed versus calculated critical speeds for various engine models using different methods.24th Apr 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0007
Standardisation of a 20 HP stiffer crankshaft.24th Apr 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0008
The fitting of a new part to a chassis, including test date and associated costs.23th Sep 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0009
Design, materials, and adjustment of car engine crankshaft dampers for various models.3rd Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0010
The Chrysler '75' car, detailing its general particulars and engine specifications.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0011
Page detailing engine specifications, a comparison of valve areas, and a description of the valve gear mechanism.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0012
Specifications for engine cams, springs, valve timing, and the oiling system.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0013
Specification sheet detailing engine lubrication, ignition system, and a comparison table for piston weights and bores.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0014
Specifications and analysis of engine components including connecting rods and crankshafts.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0015
Analysis of crankshaft stiffness and inertia, comparing Carter's formula with torsion test results.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0016
Technical analysis of crankshaft stiffness, dimensions, and the effect of counterweights on balance and inertia.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0017
Continued report page detailing the function of slipper wheels, including balance weights, damping properties, and materials.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0018
Technical analysis of engine crankshaft smoothness and a comparison of flywheel and clutch inertia values.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0019
Analysis of clutch components including inertia calculations, materials, and a damped spring drive.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0020
Page detailing the purpose and characteristics of a spring drive, specifications for propeller shafts, and a note on the lighting circuit.1st Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0021
Continued description of a circuit protection system using relays instead of fuses.22th Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0022
Experimental 20HP auto friction damper flywheel, potentially for the 'China' chassis.22th Jun 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0023
Vibration experiments on an 'SS' car, detailing a process of elimination by removing engine parts to identify the source of the issue.22th Jul 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0024
Series of tests to diagnose engine and chassis vibrations by systematically removing or modifying components.22th Jul 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0025
Car vibration testing results and possible explanations related to the engine and chassis.1st Jul 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0026
Analysis of crankshaft and crankcase vibrations and proposed experiments.22th Jul 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0027
Proposing further engine experiments on a Chrysler in addition to the 'SS' model.1st Jul 1939Box 137 \ 4  scan0028
Standardising the lower inertia slipper wheel on the S.S. car and preparing a crankshaft.21th Aug 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0029
Letter to The General Electric Co. Ltd. requesting a supply of carbon granules for a potentiometer experiment.4th Sep 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0030
Quotation for the supply of Carbon Granules from The General Electric Co. Ltd.5th Sep 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0031
Request to obtain granular carbon from the General Electric Co. for a vibration potentiometer.6th Sep 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0032
List of components for a Vibration Amplitude Indicator.6th Sep 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0033
Request to order an Ever Ready 42-volt high tension unit for an electrical engine vibration indicator.27th Sep 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0034
Potential ignition timing issue with the Low Inertia Spring Drive on the Phantom II.12th Oct 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0035
Query about the usability of the steering handle for engine timing due to the low inertia spring drive on the 'Phantom II'.15th Oct 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0036
Technical memorandum discussing crankshaft periods and torsional vibrations in V-8 and other engine types.6th Oct 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0037
Analysis of engine harmonics and crankshaft stiffness, proposing solutions involving reduction gear design.6th Oct 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0038
Engine vibration, stiffness, and V-angle design for both aeroplane and car applications.6th Oct 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0039
Plan to alter a cylinder angle and consult with Major Carter of R.A.E. on an engine type.5th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0040
The standardisation of the low inertia slipper wheel for the Phantom II.5th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0041
Standardisation, testing, and implementation of the Phantom Slipper Wheel.7th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0042
High-speed engine vibration experiments for the Phantom II model.8th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0043
Test report on engine roughness and vibration, focusing on the crankshaft and flywheel performance at various speeds.1st Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0044
Engine crankcase vibration analysis, observing the effects of fitting balance weights.1st Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0045
Engine vibration tests performed with and without counterweights and flywheel, including a comparison with a Chrysler car.1st Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0046
Motoring and road tests to analyse engine vibration, focusing on the crankshaft and flywheel.1st Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0047
Vehicle noise and vibration tests at various speeds and gears before and after clutch modification.1st Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0048
3rd gear performance and a visual observation of flywheel vibration.11th Feb 1923Box 137 \ 4  scan0049
Engine vibration tests focusing on the crankshaft and slipper drives.1st Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0050
Comparison between standard and low inertia crankshaft systems and the effects of engine feet placement on vibration.1st Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0051
The use and effectiveness of balance weights for reducing engine vibration.8th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0052
Crankshaft design, stiffness, and its impact on high-speed engine vibration and torsional periods for models like the Phantom II.29th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0053
Analysis of crankcase vibration and distortion, with a comparison to a Chrysler engine.11th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0054
Crankshaft and crankcase vibration, and a résumé of flywheel vibration test results.8th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0055
Page discussing flywheel vibrations, their characteristics, and potential causes, drawing comparisons with propeller and turbine vibrations.1st Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0056
Technical discussion on flywheel and crankshaft vibration, proposing experiments to improve smoothness of operation.1st Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0057
General discussion on engine design features for longevity and smoothness, and the reasons for increasing engine speeds.8th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0058
Increasing crankshaft weight versus stiffening the crankcase to improve engine smoothness and durability.6th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0059
Crankshaft design, proposing experiments with heavier, counter-balanced shafts and stiffer crankcases.8th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0060
Tests to measure distortions in webs.8th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0061
Blueprint showing the design and features of a balance-weight crankshaft.22th Nov 1928Box 137 \ 4  scan0062
The effects of fitting a flywheel to an 'H' engine, specifically regarding supercharger drive slip and gear noise.12th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0063
Request for various thicknesses of feeler gauge steel for an experimental vibration potentiometer.21th Nov 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0064
Technical memorandum detailing test results for the low inertia slipper wheel, focusing on driving and friction loads.6th Dec 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0065
Standardisation document for a modified design of the friction damper on the crankshaft.24th Oct 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0066
Costs and implementation of a new part on a K.2 Series chassis.11th Jan 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0067
Stress analysis and material recommendations for flywheels on single-cylinder units.16th Dec 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0068
Flywheel vibrations in the 20 HP car model at different speeds and gears.20th Dec 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0069
Analysis of engine flywheel vibration and periodic speeds observed during testing.24th Dec 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0070
Flywheel vibration phenomena in various car models and plans for further investigation.21th Dec 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0071
Causes of and potential cures for flywheel vibrations in car engines.28th Dec 1929Box 137 \ 4  scan0072
Test report on a Phantom II low inertia slipper wheel, detailing findings and recommendations from road tests and a stripped-down examination.3rd Jan 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0073
Responding to a report on the Phantom II Low Inertia Slipper Drive.4th Jan 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0074
Lapping paste contamination on spring plates and the subsequent cleaning procedure.15th Jan 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0075
List of points to observe for the setup and operation of a flywheel vibrations test rig.15th Jan 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0076
Programme of preliminary tests for a flywheel to investigate vibrations and performance.15th Jan 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0077
List of proposed tests and modifications to diagnose and rectify engine vibration issues.15th Jan 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0078
List of probable future tests for analysing engine vibration, stroke, and torsional periods.27th Feb 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0079
Quarterly complaints report concerning issues with the 20 HP and Phantom models, specifically the slipper wheel.27th Feb 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0080
Table detailing the torque curve data for a 20 HP engine.19th Mar 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0081
Engine vibrations in the Phantom II and 20-HP models.20th Mar 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0082
Flaw related to 'boom periods' in limousines fitted with a division.20th Mar 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0083
Test results and specifications for a low inertia 20 HP centrifugally loaded slipper wheel.25th Mar 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0084
Propeller shaft modifications to address vibrations in the 20/25 HP model.1st Sep 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0085
Request to rebuild the flywheel vibrations rig in the Experimental Department's Bumper house.5th Mar 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0086
Vibrations at high speeds on the 25 HP model, identifying the cause as the whirling of the propeller shaft.3rd Sep 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0087
Series of experiments for a flywheel vibrations rig.10th Sep 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0088
Page detailing proposed experiments and rig tests to address crankshaft and flywheel vibration issues.10th Sep 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0089
Page from a report discussing engine balance, crankcases, and detectable movement at high speeds.1st Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0090
Confidential memo discussing crankshaft vibration on a 25HP engine approaching 70MPH.1st Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0091
Experiments investigating flywheel vibrations on a 25 HP engine.2nd Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0092
Flywheel vibration experiments conducted on the 12-G4 engine at various speeds.2nd Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0093
Experiments with engine 1V-G8 concerning flywheel modifications to address noise and vibration issues.2nd Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0094
Engine performance, noise, and vibration following modifications to the clutch and flywheel.3rd Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0095
Investigation into flywheel vibrations, separate from the crankshaft's torsional period.3rd Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0096
To stop work on the 25HP flywheel and clutch, and instructions regarding the design of bonnet louvres.11th Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0097
Further experiments on flywheel vibrations for a 25 HP engine.20th Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0098
Investigations into engine vibrations, focusing on the flywheel, crankshaft, and reciprocating masses.21th Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0099
Investigating flywheel vibrations through towing tests and component analysis.20th Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0100
Solutions for flywheel vibration on a 25HP engine, including reducing overhang dimensions.20th Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0101
Request for the supply of a replacement crankshaft, solid drive, and steady bearing parts.24th Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0102
Requesting to fit a standard flywheel and clutch to chassis 12-G4, retaining the plain parallel shaft.31th Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0103
Test on flywheel vibrations and deflection for a 25 HP engine, with a proposal for further tests.31th Oct 1930Box 137 \ 4  scan0104


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