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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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Sg. to Hs. requesting a status update regarding radiators.11th Apr 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0078
Confirming a car will be sent to Brooklands for radiator tests.13th Apr 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0079
Results of Phantom II radiator tests comparing different tube types.21th Apr 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0080
Page two of a report on the efficiency of tube shapes, with a note on future testing.21th Apr 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0081
Table comparing the cooling performance of different radiator tube types under various bonnet ventilation conditions.27th Mar 1930Box 149a \ 3  scan0082
Technical drawing for a 'Matrix Tube' detailing dimensions, materials, and testing procedures.27th Mar 1930Box 149a \ 3  scan0083
Sending two sample American tubes following a report on radiators.22th Apr 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0084
Manufacture of copper radiator tubes and their waterway specifications.15th May 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0085
Request to build a radiator for a 25-EX 10,000 miles test car by converting a radiator from a 19-EX model.20th May 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0086
Experimental order of radiator tubes for the 40/50 HP and 20/25 HP models.27th May 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0087
Customer overheating complaints and proposed changes to radiator design, including tube size and bonnet ventilation.28th May 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0088
Radiator overheating and boiling issues, and potential modifications to improve cooling efficiency.1st Jun 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0089
Proposing the standardization of a small hexagon tube and new movable bonnet openings for weight reduction and improved safety.5th Jun 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0090
Requesting views and recommendations on radiator tubes, referencing letters from the Winchester Repeating Arms Company.8th Jun 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0091
Production of U.S.A. type radiator tubes in England.9th Jun 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0092
Benefits and drawbacks of different radiator tube designs regarding cost, weight, and performance.12th Jun 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0093
Comparative tests on different radiator tube sizes and bonnet cooling.18th Jul 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0094
Building two new radiators for the 40/50 and 27-EX models using Kinoch made tubes.23th Jul 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0095
Order for large diameter hexagon ended dented tubes for the new 25 HP radiator.29th Sep 1931Box 149a \ 3  scan0096
Visit to the Harrison Radiator Corporation in the USA.6th Feb 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0097
Wind tunnel work, Viscon oil cooler development, and improvements to radiator core efficiency.6th Feb 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0098
Harrison's developments in radiator and oil cooler technology, including tests and design specifics.6th Feb 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0099
The design and performance of an oil cooler, including diagrams and heat transfer analysis.6th Feb 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0100
Notes on engine cooling, comparing series water flow with other designs and discussing fan speeds and blade configurations.6th Feb 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0101
Technical memo discussing cooling system designs and competitor analysis, including pulleys, fan blades, thermostats and cowls.6th Feb 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0102
Competitor thermostat technology, research facilities, and future concepts for pressure steam-cooled engines.6th Feb 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0103
Letter to the Harrison Radiator Corporation regarding the potential for manufacturing thermostats under license.24th May 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0104
Letter to The Harrison Radiator Corporation requesting advice and a quote for a radiator matrix.4th Jun 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0105
Sketch showing dimensions of a proposed 'Spectre' radiator.6th Jul 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0106
Cover letter from Herbert Clark to W.A. Robotham regarding an enclosed letter from the Cuno Engineering Corporation.11th Jun 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0107
Letter from The Cuno Engineering Corporation regarding the discontinuation of the Camel Radiator Control Valve.28th May 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0108
Short letter to H. Clarke Esq. apologising that some people have packed up.16th Jun 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0109
Follow-up letter from Illsley Company regarding a potential licensing agreement for their Closed Radiation system.12th Jun 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0110
Cover letter to Bendix Limited concerning a mysterious letter received from the Illsley Co.25th Jun 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0111
Letter to The Illsley Company in the U.S.A. regarding the potential licensing of their radiator valves in England.25th Jun 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0112
Letter from General Motors Corporation regarding a license request.19th Jun 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0113
Letter to Bendix Limited regarding the manufacture of thermostats, enclosing correspondence from Harrison Radiator Corporation.3rd Jul 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0114
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation discussing the feasibility of producing a radiator core to a specified 3.3' depth.19th Jun 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0115
Letter to the Harrison Radiator Corporation regarding the preferred dimensions of a new radiator matrix.9th Jul 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0116
Request to order a specific radiator matrix from the Harrison Radiator Corporation.9th Jul 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0117
Letter from Bendix Ltd enclosing a letter and blueprint received from the States.12th Jul 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0118
Letter from Bendix Products Corp. discussing materials for thermostatic heat control and an experimental carburetter.15th Jun 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0119
Letter to Messrs. Bendix Limited regarding the return of a blueprint.21th Jul 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0120
Letter to Messrs. Bendix Ltd. enclosing a copy of correspondence from The Illsley Co., U.S.A.30th Jul 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0121
Letter from Illsley Company discussing business issues and product problems with Cuno Company.18th Jul 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0122
Page 2 of a business letter to Mr. Robotham regarding product adoption, market intelligence, and competitor activities.18th Jul 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0123
Letter to H. Clark of Bendix Ltd. enclosing a copy of a letter from the Illsley Company, U.S.A.27th Aug 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0124
Letter from Illsley Company to Mr. Robotham regarding positive customer feedback for their valves from Mr. Railton and Mr. S. C. H. Davis.1st Aug 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0125
Letter from Harrison Division (General Motors) regarding the inability to currently produce a requested radiator.22th Aug 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0126
Letter from Harrison Division (General Motors) confirming they will proceed to build a die and ship the core.23th Aug 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0127
Telegram from Harrison Radiator Corporation confirming the completion and shipment of tools and a radiator.23th Aug 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0128
Quoting a letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation about the production timeline for a special sample radiator core.15th Sep 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0129
Quoting a letter from The Harrison Radiator Corporation regarding a radiator matrix sample core.15th Sep 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0130
Inquiry from General Motors about a pressure relief valve similar to their 'Swank valve'.11th Sep 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0131
Inquiry from a Mr. Saunders about an anti-spill radiator valve.20th Sep 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0132
Letter to The Harrison Radiator Corporation regarding a query on radiator valves.22th Sep 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0133
Requesting information to reply to an inquiry from Mr. Saunders of General Motors about an anti-spill radiator valve.20th Sep 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0134
On the implementation and patent status of an anti-splash valve fitted to radiator filler caps.21th Feb 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0135
Instruction and patenting of an anti-splash valve for radiators fitted to filler caps.21th Sep 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0136
Letter from the Harrison Division of General Motors Corporation acknowledging a previous letter and enclosed information.5th Oct 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0137
Report comparing an anti-spill radiator cap valve with a 'Camel' type valve.29th Nov 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0138
Dissatisfaction with current anti-spill radiator caps and the testing of a superior American 'Camel' valve.29th Nov 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0139
Letter from W.W. Constantine regarding Harrison Radiator Cores and a potential manufacturing license.14th Dec 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0140
Letter to W.W. Constantine regarding the potential licensing and manufacture of Harrison Radiator Cores.17th Dec 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0141
Letter to W.W. Constantine regarding the supply and potential manufacturing of Harrison Radiator Cores.17th Dec 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0142
Anti-spill radiator cap valve, comparing it to a 'Camel' type and suggesting its use for the Spectre or Wraith models.31th Dec 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0143
Letter from John Marston Limited regarding a meeting to discuss and examine the 'American Matrix'.3rd Jan 1935Box 149a \ 3  scan0144
Letter from a consulting engineer acknowledging receipt of a letter and a sample Marston bonded radiator matrix.7th Jan 1935Box 149a \ 3  scan0145
Letter from Illsley Company regarding a previous letter, product success, and new models.28th May 1935Box 149a \ 3  scan0146
Letter from Hudson Motor Car Company to Illsley Company regarding the performance of coolant control valves.2nd Jan 1935Box 149a \ 3  scan0147
Photographs comparing different types of thermostats and their components, including 'Type K', 'Type G', and 'Type B'.30th Jul 1935Box 149a \ 3  scan0148
Graph plotting water and air temperature against distance for a B-56-BN vehicle climbing the Stelvio Pass.30th Jul 1935Box 149a \ 3  scan0149
Letter to the Harrison Radiator Corporation regarding radiator matrix technologies and competitor products.26th Nov 1935Box 149a \ 3  scan0150
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation regarding radiator core comparisons and oil regulator issues.10th Dec 1935Box 149a \ 3  scan0151
Letter from a consulting engineer regarding the similarity of Marstons' radiator cores to a patented design, requesting a sample for inspection.18th Dec 1934Box 149a \ 3  scan0152
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation discussing radiator cooling, air consumption, and enclosed test results.6th Jan 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0153
Letter to Harrison Radiator Corporation discussing comparative tests on Mark V and Mark VI radiator blocks.7th Jan 1935Box 149a \ 3  scan0154
Query regarding oil cooler failures and seeking advice on the best matrix design for maximum heat dissipation.7th Jan 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0155
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation discussing radiator core performance and design.24th Jan 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0156
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation concerning oil cooler difficulties and design modifications.24th Jan 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0157
Letter to the Harrison Radiator Corporation about radiator test blocks, cooling curves, and requesting clarification on technical terms and test data.9th Mar 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0158
Radiator core test results, different core types, and the strength of oil coolers.9th Mar 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0159
Letter requesting comparative test figures for Gallay and Mark VI (20 x 99) types of block.9th Mar 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0160
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation discussing the relative cooling performance and specifications of various radiator cores.9th Apr 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0161
Page 2 of a letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation regarding a constant core design and oil cooler production.9th Apr 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0162
Performance chart showing heat transfer versus air velocity for 20 x 55 x 2 1/8 AC.R.V. Cores with varying gap sizes.9th Apr 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0163
Performance chart for A.C. R.V. cores, plotting heat transfer rate against air velocity for various gap sizes.9th Apr 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0164
Diagram showing the dimensions and specifications for a 20 x 55 cell core.9th Sep 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0165
Cover letter discussing radiator suppliers, specifically Modine Manufacturing Co., Marston, and Harrison.9th Sep 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0166
Sales letter from Modine Manufacturing Company offering their radiator manufacturing services.28th Aug 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0167
Letter to Harrison Radiator Corporation regarding the cooling systems of the Phantom III and Bentley cars, enclosing technical data.16th Jun 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0168
Car engine cooling performance and seeking advice on remedying related issues.16th Jun 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0169
Letter detailing cooling issues with the Phantom III car, including hot air escape from the bonnet and a discussion on oil coolers.16th Jun 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0170
List of attached curves, figures, diagrams and drawings for various models including the Phantom III, Bentley and 20/25.16th Jun 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0171
Data sheet listing critical air temperatures for Phantom III, Bentley, and 20/25 HP cars.16th Jun 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0172
List of miscellaneous specifications for fan speed, matrix weights, and cooling system capacity.16th Jun 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0173
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation comparing test results of Gallay, Harrison, and Chausson radiator cores.16th Jun 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0174
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation discussing airflow characteristics of various radiator cores.16th Jun 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0175
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation discussing radiator performance and cooling for the Phantom III and Bentley engines.18th Aug 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0176
Letter from Harrison Radiator Corporation discussing vehicle cooling systems, critical air temperatures, and radiator design.18th Aug 1936Box 149a \ 3  scan0177


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