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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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Invoice for felt from Vol-Crepe Ltd. that was delivered without an official purchase order.12th Apr 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0164
Letter discussing the cost and use of Balsam wool asbestos-lined material for insulating dashboards.13th Apr 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0165
Letter to Vol-Crepe Limited acknowledging receipt of felt samples for testing.13th Apr 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0166
Official order for two pieces of Brown Vola-Felt from Vol-Crepe Ltd.15th Apr 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0167
Invoice from The British Tyre & Rubber Co.Ltd for a piece of rubber and requesting authorization for payment.24th Apr 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0168
Request to place an official order for a piece of rubber from The British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd.26th Apr 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0169
Requesting the fitting of a noise-insulated dashboard to an experimental car.29th Apr 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0170
Warning about the noise insulation scheme reducing accelerator pedal travel.3rd May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0171
Article on using concertina packing around pedals to prevent fume entry, suggesting an experimental test on the Spectre model.1st May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0172
Experiments on the mechanical silencing of engines, including the use of hydraulic tappets and bonnet insulation.10th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0173
Series of experiments to reduce engine noise on a 1-B-IV Bentley car.10th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0174
Modifications and experiments to reduce engine noise using covers and a plain bonnet.10th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0175
Photograph showing three disassembled metal engine components, including a cover with six cutouts.17th May 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0176
Blueprint detailing the design and installation of a silent rocker cover for a Bentley engine.17th May 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0177
Ventilating schemes, comparing concertina packing with a felt gland around the pedals to prevent fumes.13th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0178
Unrecorded delivery of black fibre sheet from Park Ward & Co. Ltd.14th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0179
Mechanical silencing of engines, noting concern that tests were done on a Bentley first but acknowledging the lessons are applicable to RR.15th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0180
Confirming receipt of a sheet of Black Fibre and requesting it be booked in.15th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0181
Sending drawing LeC.4490 showing the noise insulated dashboard for a Bentley.18th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0182
Attaching a print showing the rocker cover position to a report on engine silence.22th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0183
Sample tin of Linell's Rubber Cement for the body isolation scheme.28th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0184
Design changes for a 20/25 HP model, focusing on a noise-insulated dashboard and gas-tight floorboards.30th May 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0185
Query regarding a decision on an insulation scheme for a Bentley vehicle.5th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0186
Weight increase caused by a noise insulation scheme on experimental cars.6th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0187
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co Ltd confirming the dispatch of Balsam Wool asbestos lining.12th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0188
Letter to Messrs. Park, Ward & Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of asbestos-lined Balsam Wool.14th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0189
Query regarding noise insulation material under the rear seats, comparing aluminium used by Park Ward to the specified sheet metal or an alternative of thick felt.19th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0190
Drawings for a noise-insulated dashboard, gas sealing for pedals, and a relocated radiator drain cock for the Spectre project.21th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0191
Weight discrepancy in the noise insulation scheme for the Bentley.27th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0192
Weight comparison between present and proposed insulation schemes on a Bentley.27th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0193
Noise insulation, specifically whether to remove an aluminium seat board and a proposal to reduce the weight of the scheme.27th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0194
Weight calculation discrepancy for a noise insulation scheme on a Bentley.28th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0195
Noise insulation testing with different seat board materials and reducing weight.28th Jun 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0196
Arranging a meeting to discuss a noise insulation scheme and an aluminium seat board.1st Jul 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0197
Recommendation for an abbreviated noise insulation scheme to reduce weight on Bentley cars.2nd Aug 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0198
Noise insulation scheme for an experimental Bentley car.8th Aug 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0199
Sales letter from Western Electric Company offering a new noise and vibration meter for testing automobiles.28th Aug 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0200
Page 2 of a letter from Western Electric Company Limited regarding making an appointment.6th Sep 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0201
Results and recommendation for an abbreviated noise insulation scheme for a Bentley.6th Sep 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0202
Piece of glass silk from Chance Bros. & Co. Ltd., sent to the Experimental Dept. for testing against felt for heat and sound insulation.12th Sep 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0203
Instruction to fit a noise insulation scheme to a Bentley 6-B-IV chassis for a 10,000-mile test in France.13th Sep 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0204
Implementation of a noise insulation scheme for a Bentley with a Van Vooren body.13th Sep 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0205
Letter from Western Electric regarding the demonstration of a sound meter and enclosing related research papers.19th Sep 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0206
Request for a set of noise insulation parts for a Bentley trials car to test an anti-noise scheme.19th Sep 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0207
Noise insulation scheme for a Bentley saloon.20th Sep 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0208
Letter to The Western Electric Co. Ltd. regarding their Sound Meter and Acoustic Consulting Service.20th Sep 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0209
Promotional brochure for 'Hairlok' moulded rubberised hair, marketed for comfort and noise insulation.1st Feb 1932Box 138 \ 1  scan0210
Informational leaflet describing the properties and uses of Hairlok upholstery material.24th Oct 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0211
Drawing LeC.4779 for radiator stays with a noise-insulated dashboard on a Bentley.24th Oct 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0212
Standardisation of parts for a noise insulation scheme to improve the silence of cars.22th Oct 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0213
Cost comparison document for an old versus a new part, including tooling and equipment costs.22th Aug 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0214
Experimental design of engine noise insulation for the 25-29 HP engine.4th Dec 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0215
The implementation of a dash insulation scheme for Bentley chassis.13th Dec 1935Box 138 \ 1  scan0216
Letter from Siemens-Schuckert describing a noise measuring instrument for automobile and aircraft engines.2nd Jan 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0217
Page 2 of a letter from Siemens-Schuckert (Great Britain) Ltd. describing a noise measuring instrument.2nd Jan 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0218
Photograph of a portable electronic testing apparatus, likely a sound level meter, in its case with a separate microphone unit.2nd Jan 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0219
Photograph of portable electronic testing equipment in a carrying case, connected to a separate microphone or speaker component.7th Jan 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0220
Letter to Siemens-Schuckert Ltd. requesting a demonstration of noise measuring instruments.7th Jan 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0221
Letter from The Capac Company Ltd regarding Bin-aural instruments for detecting noise and wear in mechanisms.7th Jan 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0222
Letter from Siemens-Schuckert regarding a demonstration of new Noise Meters.8th Jan 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0223
Internal request to place an order for rubber parts with British Goodrich Co. Ltd.27th Jan 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0224
Cancelling the requirement for the dashboard isolation scheme on the 36-EX, advising it will be done by Coachbuilders with felt and carpet.4th Feb 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0225
Requesting a decision on the dashboard for Phantom III chassis Nos. 36 & 37-EX.4th Feb 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0226
Official order for a sheet of rubber from The British Goodrich Co.11th Feb 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0227
Request to place an official order for a sheet of rubber from the British Goodrich Rubber Co. Ltd.13th Feb 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0228
Noise insulation for the Phantom III and requesting recommendations for a revised guide for coachbuilders.29th Feb 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0229
Internal request to place an order for various rubber buffers with The British Tyre & Rubber Co.Ltd.11th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0230
The dispatch of one set of buffers for car 34-EX to Park Ward & Co. and requesting instructions.9th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0231
Requesting payment for invoices of rubber buffers from The British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd.6th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0232
Standardisation and application of a noise insulation scheme for the 4¼-litre Bentley chassis.12th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0233
Request regarding the removal of the centralised lubrication tank and the required length for oil and petrol taps.12th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0234
The results and recommendations for fitting sound insulation to a 4¼ litre Bentley car.13th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0235
The payment of an invoice from the British Tyre & Rubber Co. Ltd for rubber parts.13th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0236
Sound insulation felt for mats in 25 HP Bentley and Phantom III cars.14th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0237
Official order for parts received from the British Tyre & Rubber Co.16th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0238
The noise insulation treatment for the first big bore Bentley in the Experimental Department.18th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0239
Addition of sound insulation to the 4¼ Litre Bentley chassis.18th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0240
The sourcing of felt for mats and recommendations for soundproofing materials.18th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0241
Requesting confirmation to proceed with a noise insulation scheme for coach-builders.20th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0242
Noise insulation on a 4 1/2 litre Bentley.21th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0243
Dashboard insulation and mounting components for a 4¼ litre Bentley, and collaboration with coachbuilders.31th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0244
Noise insulation scheme and carpet material for chassis B-8-GA and B-60-GA.31th Mar 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0245
Testing and release of the 22-G-V car with Silent Bloc mounting.4th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0246
Requesting an official order for 32 rubber blocks from British Goodrich Burton.9th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0247
Official order for Tenax Carpet Fasteners.15th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0248
Request to G. Beaton & Son Ltd for the supply of Tenax carpet fasteners and a quote for a custom extension bolt.15th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0249
Attached slip from the Ruberoid Co.17th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0250
Letter to A.G. Brockway declining the use of a special wadding material due to unsatisfactory results.17th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0251
Inquiry to G. Beaton & Sons Ltd. regarding the stock and supply of Tenax carpet fasteners.17th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0252
Letter from Siemens-Schuckert regarding the availability of Noise Meters for demonstration.21th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0253
Letter to Siemens-Schuckert declining the use of their Peak Noise Meter due to extraneous noises in a motor car.22th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0254
The procurement of Tenax carpet fasteners and associated bolts for a dashboard isolation scheme.22th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0255
Official order for an additional two dozen Tenax Carpet Fasteners.22th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0256
Letter from Siemens-Schuckert (Great Britain) Ltd. regarding the upcoming availability of a Universal noise meter.24th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0257
Issues with the jacking system on a Bentley, particularly the inability to use the jack when a tyre is off.24th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0258
Request for test results on Seapak insulation for smell when exposed to heat and moisture.25th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0259
Request for the supply of various rubber blocks to The British Goodrich Co. Ltd.28th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0260
The results of a heat and dampness test on Seapak insulation material.29th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0261
Request to place an official order for various rubber blocks from the British Goodrich Co. Ltd.29th Apr 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0262
Despatch of a Bentley dashboard noise insulation model to Paris.8th May 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0263


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