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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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Sending a model of the latest Bentley dashboard noise insulation scheme.8th May 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0264
Request to The Ruberoid Company for a sample of Indented Anti-drum Felt for experimental purposes.27th May 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0265
Letter from Siemens-Schuckert arranging a demonstration of a traffic noise meter.4th Jun 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0266
Noise transmitted by the thermometer on the Phantom III chassis and the need for an isolation scheme.9th Jun 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0267
Schemes tested to prevent noise transmission through the dashboard thermometer.13th Jun 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0268
Report comparing two design schemes for a thermometer bulb gland packing, addressing water leaks and binding issues.13th Jun 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0269
Letter from Servais Silencers Limited proposing a new silencer for motor cars.9th Jul 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0270
Brochure cover with an illustration advocating for silence amidst street traffic.9th Jul 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0271
Advertising leaflet for the 'Servais Straight-Through All-British Silencer'.23th Jun 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0272
Test report comparing the performance of three different exhaust silencers on a 3.5-litre engine.23th Jun 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0273
Letter to The Servais Services Ltd. requesting a sample of sound-absorbing material for testing.15th Jul 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0274
Letter to The Ruberoid Co. Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a sample of Bolkoid Anti-Drum felt for testing.7th Aug 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0275
Follow-up letter to Servais Services Ltd. requesting a sample of silencer sound absorbing material.7th Aug 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0276
Letter from Servais Silencers regarding the construction of their silencer using expanded metal, steel wool, and asbestos.11th Aug 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0277
Criticizing the finish and fitting of a Seapak and carpet on a trials car dashboard.9th Sep 1936Box 138 \ 1  scan0278
Noise insulation recommendations for Phantom III 25/30 and Bentley models for coachbuilders.2nd Mar 1937Box 138 \ 1  scan0279
Preparing a write-up and revised blueprint for coachbuilders on noise insulation for the Phantom III, 25/30, and Bentley models.3rd Mar 1937Box 138 \ 1  scan0280
Requesting feedback on draft recommendations for sound insulation provided to coachbuilders.6th Apr 1937Box 138 \ 1  scan0281
Testing of sample sound insulation material on Bentley and 25/30 HP cars.7th Apr 1937Box 138 \ 1  scan0282
Letter from the Experimental Dept. to Sound Proofing Ltd. to arrange a visit to discuss noise elimination in car bodies.1st Jun 1937Box 138 \ 1  scan0283
The cost versus benefit of a modified sound insulation scheme for Bentley and 25/30 HP cars.4th Jun 1937Box 138 \ 1  scan0284
Secret memo discussing experiments to reduce noise in Wraith bodies.18th Jun 1937Box 138 \ 1  scan0285
Secret memo discussing alterations to Wraith bodies to address noise issues.21th Jun 1937Box 138 \ 1  scan0286
Requesting a list of points for coachbuilders to observe to reduce wind noises in all cars.25th Jan 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0287
Methods for reducing wind noise from doors and sunshine roofs on all car models.28th Jan 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0288
Improvements for wind noise, referencing sketches for roof treatment and door flanges.28th Jan 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0289
Blueprint showing a cross-section of a car door with details of the rubber sealing strips.28th Jan 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0290
Cross-section diagram showing the side edge and sealing of a sunshine roof on a Bentley.28th Jan 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0291
Requesting action to ensure recommendations on wind noise reduction are consistently implemented by coachbuilders and testers.28th Jan 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0292
Circulating recommendations on wind noises to coachbuilders and internal staff.7th Feb 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0293
Cover note accompanying copies of a sunshine roof treatment and a door sketch.18th Feb 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0294
Various sound insulation materials used by coachbuilder Van Voorens and their application on a Bentley body.5th Mar 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0295
Specifications for the application of sound-deadening and insulating materials to various car body components.5th Mar 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0296
Brochure cover for a vibration study using the Neobeam Oscilloscope.8th Mar 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0297
Catalogue page for vibration and sound analysis equipment, including oscilloscopes, microphones, and speakers.30th Jun 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0298
Guide on using oscilloscopes and pickups for measuring material smoothness, noise levels, magnetic fields, and vibrations.30th Jun 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0299
Instructions and applications for the Neobeam Oscilloscope and associated vibration pickup equipment for analysis.8th Jun 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0300
Letter from the Experimental Department requesting a trial sample of Vi-prou sound insulating felt.8th Jun 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0301
Letter from Marconi-Ekco Instruments regarding noise measuring equipment for motor vehicles.10th Jun 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0302
Letter from Marconi-Ekco Instruments detailing prices and specifications for noise and vibration analysis instruments.10th Jun 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0303
Product specification sheet for a Wave Analyser, Type TF.455, from Marconi-Ekco Instruments Ltd.1st Jun 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0304
Specification document detailing the design and features of a Wave Analyser.1st Jun 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0305
Specification sheet for a Wave Analyser, Type TF.455.1st Jan 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0306
Product specification sheet for an Adjustable Tuning Unit, Type TF456.1st Jan 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0307
Specification sheet for an Adjustable Tuning Unit.1st Apr 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0308
Specification sheet and brochure for Marconi-Ekco noise and vibration measurement equipment.1st Apr 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0309
Technical specification sheet for the Noise Meter Type TF500 and its accessories.17th Aug 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0310
Transfer of personnel to focus on vibration and stress measurement research for the Car Division.17th Aug 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0311
Organization of a section for noise and vibration measurement on the chassis.18th Jun 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0312
Establishing a project section for the measurement of vibration.22th Aug 1938Box 138 \ 1  scan0313
Requesting a report on a sample of Anglex Cork & Rubber Insulating Material.5th Jan 1939Box 138 \ 1  scan0314
Testing and rejection of anglex cork and rubber material.20th Jan 1939Box 138 \ 1  scan0315
Noise insulation solutions for the B.5 series Bentley.27th Jan 1939Box 138 \ 1  scan0316
Specification for an instrument to record car wheel revolutions against a time scale.12th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0001
Hand-drawn sketch and description of a recording instrument.13th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0002
Letter from The Cambridge and Paul Instrument Company, Limited, acknowledging receipt of an enquiry.13th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0003
Letter from The Cambridge and Paul Instrument Company regarding a laboratory 3-pen chronograph as a space-time recorder.22th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0004
Inquiry to Cambridge Scientific Instrument Co. about the suitability of their chronograph for road tests.23th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0005
Letter from The Cambridge and Paul Instrument Company regarding the supply and testing of a chronograph.25th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0006
Continuation letter from The Cambridge and Paul Instrument Company discussing instrument practicalities like ink drying and electro-magnetic lag.27th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0007
Letter to The Cambridge Scientific Instr. Co. discussing specifications for a chronograph with an electric motor and paper record strip.27th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0008
Letter responding to an inquiry about a chronograph, advising against using absorbent paper due to inaccuracy and potential for clogging.28th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0009
Letter to The Cambridge Scientific Instr Co. regarding the type of paper for a recording strip instrument.29th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0010
Internal request to order a Laboratory Chronograph from the Cambridge Scientific Instrument Co.29th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0011
Works order request to purchase a Cambridge Laboratory Chronograph for braking and acceleration measurements.29th Feb 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0012
Letter to Cambridge & Paul Intr:Co. clarifying details of a quotation for a Laboratory Chronograph.7th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0013
Letter to The Cambridge Instrument Co. requesting expedition of two details before an order is placed.7th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0014
Letter from The Cambridge and Paul Instrument Co. Ltd. clarifying charges and additions for a chronograph.10th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0015
Letter from an instrument company clarifying the function of a three-pen chronograph.11th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0016
Letter to Cambridge & Paul Instr: Co. Ltd. requesting a sketch for a Chronograph fitment.12th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0017
Letter to Cambridge & Paul Instrument Co. Ltd. clarifying the capabilities of their chronograph for recording time intervals.12th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0018
Letter from Cambridge and Paul Instrument Co. responding to an enquiry about a 3-pen Chronograph.13th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0019
Concluding correspondence with the Cambridge Instrument Co. regarding a 3-pen chronograph and placing an order.14th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0020
Photograph of a paper tape recording instrument or telegraph machine.18th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0021
Letter from The Cambridge and Paul Instrument Company regarding a sketch for a Space-time Recorder.18th Mar 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0022
Letter to Cambridge & Paul Instrument Co. Ltd. requesting details and delivery information for a space time recorder.1st May 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0023
Space-Time Recorder, attaching correspondence with Cambridge & Paul Instrument Co. Ltd.7th May 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0024
Letter chasing the completion of an order for a Chronograph instrument from The Cambridge & Paul Instr: Co. Ltd.17th May 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0025
Letter from The Cambridge and Paul Instrument Company confirming the despatch of goods.19th May 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0026
Letter to the Cambridge Instrument Co. with queries about a Chronograph's performance.22th May 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0027
Letter from The Cambridge and Paul Instrument Company responding to queries about a Chronograph's performance.23th May 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0028
Letter from the Cambridge and Paul Instrument Company regarding a specially designed contact breaker.6th Jun 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0029
Letter to G. H. Hughes Ltd. requesting the forwarding of a completed small wheel and invoice to Mr. Hives.6th Jun 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0030
Article from THE AUTOCAR magazine detailing how to build a simple electric timing set.28th Nov 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0031
Page from 'The Autocar' magazine discussing an electric timing set and a new accumulator for lighting and starting.28th Nov 1924Box 138 \ 2  scan0032
Internal request to order two lengths of Spring Drive from The Cambridge Scientific Instrument Co.15th Jun 1925Box 138 \ 2  scan0033
High-speed steering wobbles.12th Jun 1925Box 138 \ 2  scan0034
Testing high-speed steering wobbles on Phantom and Silver Ghost chassis.12th Aug 1925Box 138 \ 2  scan0035
High-speed steering wobbles observed on cars fitted with balloon tyres.24th Aug 1925Box 138 \ 2  scan0036
Method for conducting car performance tests using a three-pen chronograph.25th Aug 1925Box 138 \ 2  scan0037
Page 2 of an experimental report detailing instrumentation for braking and high-speed tractive resistance tests.1st Aug 1925Box 138 \ 2  scan0038
Request to the Pattern Shop for a protective cover for a chronograph, including sketches.20th Jan 1926Box 138 \ 2  scan0039
Inquiry to the Cambridge Instrument Co. about modifying a 3-pen chronograph to use more pens on the same paper strip.26th Apr 1926Box 138 \ 2  scan0040
Letter from Cambridge Instrument Company regarding the exchange of a 3-pen chronograph for a 6-pen instrument.27th Apr 1926Box 138 \ 2  scan0041
Order of paper and ink for a 3-pen Chronograph from the Cambridge Scientific Instrument Co.29th Jun 1926Box 138 \ 2  scan0042
Difficulties experienced with contact accelerometers for suspension systems.1st Jul 1926Box 138 \ 2  scan0043
Accelerometer road testing discussing instrument modifications and correlating results with physical sensation.1st Jul 1926Box 138 \ 2  scan0044
Difficulty of measuring small differences in vehicle riding comfort and comparing test methods.1st Jul 1926Box 138 \ 2  scan0045
Request from The Cambridge Instrument Co.1st Jul 1926Box 138 \ 2  scan0046
Letter from Cambridge Instrument Co. Ltd. requesting to borrow records from a Laboratory Chronograph for a descriptive leaflet.19th Jul 1926Box 138 \ 2  scan0047


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