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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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Suggestion to experiment with using thin lubricating oil as an anti-freeze in radiators for cars at the front.20th Oct 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0007
Testing oil as an anti-freezing mixture in place of water for engine cooling.16th Nov 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0008
And testing different anti-freeze solutions such as salt, soda, and methylated spirits for radiators.16th Nov 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0009
Comparison of different anti-freeze solutions for vehicle radiators, including glycerine, salt, and methylated spirits.18th Nov 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0010
Forwarding a letter and cuttings about anti-freezing mixtures, requesting a report.18th Nov 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0011
Letter from the Toronto office discussing satisfactory anti-freeze mixtures for use in Canada.10th Oct 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0012
The use and effects of various anti-freeze mixtures in car cooling systems, noting deterioration of rubber parts.19th Nov 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0013
The testing of a suggested anti-freezing mixture.19th Nov 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0014
Recommendations for anti-freeze mixture solutions for water circulating systems.15th Sep 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0015
Guide on the types and properties of anti-freezing mixtures for use in motor cars.15th Sep 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0016
Guide on various anti-freeze solutions for cooling systems, detailing mixtures and their properties.15th Sep 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0017
Instructions on neutralizing acidic solutions and a table of calcium chloride concentrations for anti-freeze.15th Sep 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0018
Internal order request for 6 gallons of Glycerine and 2 gallons of denatured alcohol.26th Nov 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0019
Article discussing 'Aglace', an anti-freeze preparation for motor car cooling systems, detailing its properties and recommended mixing ratios.28th Nov 1914Box 151 \ 3  scan0020
Availability of different types of de-natured alcohol for experiments with anti-freezing mixtures.2nd Jan 1915Box 151 \ 3  scan0021
Laboratory analysis of two glycol-based liquids for potential cooling applications.19th Feb 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0022
Letter confirming a sample will be forwarded and asking if one litre is a convenient quantity.21th May 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0023
Letter to E. Lewis regarding the testing of Tri-methylene-glycol for use in radiators.13th May 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0024
Requesting tests on tri-methylene-glycol as a non-freezing cooling medium.1st May 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0025
Proposal to use tri-methylene-glycol as an engine coolant and anti-freeze, noting its properties and origin as a waste product.11th May 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0026
Note discussing the difficulties of using glycerine and proposing tri-methylene-glycol as an alternative.1st Jul 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0027
Use and testing of a non-freezing liquid for cooling purposes in an experimental car.1st Jul 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0028
Order of 10 gallons of Trimethyleneglycol for Mr Hives to test on a car.24th Mar 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0029
Letter from E. Lewis requesting an update on experiments with Trimethyleneglycol.27th Sep 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0030
Forwarding letters received from the 'All's Well' Oil Co. Ltd. regarding their Anti-Freezing Compound and asking whether to obtain samples for testing.31th Dec 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0031
Copy of a letter from 'All's Well' Oil Co. Ltd. promoting their anti-freezing compound.29th Dec 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0032
Letter from 'ALL'S WELL' OIL CO. LTD. regarding their anti-freezing compound for motor radiators.26th Nov 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0033
The second page of a letter detailing the price and return conditions for steel barrels.19th Jul 1917Box 151 \ 3  scan0034
'All's Well' Anti-freezing Compound and requesting a decision on obtaining samples for testing.31th Dec 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0035
Internal memorandum regarding a trial of All's Well Anti-Freezing Compound for production tests.10th Jan 1921Box 151 \ 3  scan0036
To Mr. Warwick requesting a report on 'All's Well' Anti-Freezing Compound.17th Jan 1921Box 151 \ 3  scan0037
Failed test of an anti-freezing compound due to a radiator leak, with a request for a further sample for investigation.20th Jan 1922Box 151 \ 3  scan0038
The problem of a filter freezing in the back tank due to severe winter conditions.9th Sep 1921Box 151 \ 3  scan0039
Follow-up letter regarding the trial of tri-methyleneglycol as a radiator fluid.25th Nov 1921Box 151 \ 3  scan0040
Proposed test of 'All's Well' Anti-freezing Compound.5th Dec 1921Box 151 \ 3  scan0041
Question and answer page from a motoring magazine covering general interest topics.15th Dec 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0042
Page from 'The Motor' magazine discussing an automatic road signalling system, steering gear, and a removable dash lamp.15th Dec 1920Box 151 \ 3  scan0043
Unknown freezing mixture supplied to Shell Mex, possibly Trimethyleneglycol, a by-product of soap manufacturing.22th Dec 1922Box 151 \ 3  scan0044
Request for details and a sample of an anti-freezing mixture sold by the Shell-Mex Co.9th Jan 1923Box 151 \ 3  scan0045
Cover letter attaching correspondence from Shell-Mex Ltd. regarding an Anti-Freezing Mixture sample.15th Jan 1923Box 151 \ 3  scan0046
Quotation letter from Shell-Mex Limited for Anti-Freezing Mixture.12th Jan 1923Box 151 \ 3  scan0047
Experimenting with Shell-Mex anti-freezing mixture.8th Jan 1923Box 151 \ 3  scan0048
Laboratory report on the action of 'Shell' Anti-Freezing Compound on rubber connections.19th Feb 1923Box 151 \ 3  scan0049
Requesting a report on the testing of an anti-freezing mixture.19th Feb 1923Box 151 \ 3  scan0050
Supply and experimentation of an anti-freezing mixture.6th Apr 1923Box 151 \ 3  scan0051
Inquiry for trimethyleneglycol and the arrangement to supply a substitute pure glycerine mixture.28th Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0052
Advertisement and instruction leaflet for 'RAD', an anti-frost solution for car radiators.28th Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0053
Informational leaflet about using 'RAD' branded Motor Glycerine as an anti-freeze in a car's cooling system.28th Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0054
Letter from L. R. B. Pearce, Ltd. offering to supply antifreeze products, Ethylene Glycol and RAD.28th Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0055
Letter from L.R.B. Pearce Ltd. regarding a mixture for frost immunity.28th Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0056
Letter from Christr. Thomas & Bros. Ltd. concerning the dispatch and properties of 'Zero' radiator glycerine anti-freeze.28th Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0057
Letter from Christr. Thomas & Bros. Ltd. regarding the properties of 'Zero' antifreeze for cooling systems.19th Oct 1928Box 151 \ 3  scan0058
Price list for Zero Radiator Glycerine in bulk.19th Oct 1928Box 151 \ 3  scan0059
Advertisement for 'Zero' Anti-Freezing Radiator Glycerine.19th Oct 1928Box 151 \ 3  scan0060
Advertisement tag for 'Zero' anti-freeze radiator glycerine.19th Oct 1928Box 151 \ 3  scan0061
Table showing the relative viscosity of aqueous glycerol solutions compared with water at various temperatures.19th Oct 1928Box 151 \ 3  scan0062
Graph showing the boiling point curve for aqueous solutions of glycerin.19th Oct 1928Box 151 \ 3  scan0063
Graph showing the freezing point curve for glycerol-water mixtures.28th Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0064
Letter from Christr. Thomas & Bros. Ltd. regarding a sample of 'Zero' radiator glycerine for aircraft engine experiments.28th Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0065
Letter from Christr. Thomas & Bros. Ltd. regarding a circulating system and arranging a works visit.1st Jan 1925Box 151 \ 3  scan0066
Graph showing the freezing point curve for glycerol-water mixtures.1st Jan 1925Box 151 \ 3  scan0067
Graph showing the boiling point curve for aqueous solutions of glycerin.1st Jan 1925Box 151 \ 3  scan0068
Table of the relative viscosity of aqueous glycerol solutions compared with water at various temperatures and concentrations.1st Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0069
Letter discussing the properties and use of Zero Anti-Freezing Glycerine in internal combustion engines.1st Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0070
Freezing point curve graph for glycerol and water mixtures.1st Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0071
Hand-drawn graph showing the boiling point curve for aqueous solutions of glycerine.1st Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0072
Table detailing the relative viscosity of aqueous glycerol solutions compared with water at various temperatures.1st Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0073
Letter regarding a telegram to cancel a glycerine order which was received after the goods had already been despatched.1st Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0074
Anti-freezing mixture correspondence and the dispatch of glycerine for a DH.9A engine.2nd Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0075
Letter from a supplier about a late cancellation of a glycerine order.1st Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0076
Letter to a supplier regarding tests on trimethylene-glycol and an inquiry about its discontinued manufacture.2nd Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0077
Inquiry about the supply and potential issues with using Trimethyleneglycol, a soap by-product.4th Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0078
Letter from L.R.B. Pearce, Ltd. discussing the properties and availability of different antifreeze materials for radiators.5th Mar 1939Box 151 \ 3  scan0079
Letter from L.R.B. Pearce Ltd. discussing the price of a substance compared to RAD and Ethylene Glycol.5th Mar 1939Box 151 \ 3  scan0080
Advertising leaflet for RAD anti-freeze, including directions for use and pricing.5th Mar 1939Box 151 \ 3  scan0081
Informational leaflet advertising 'RAD', a special grade of Glycerine antifreeze for motor car cooling systems.16th Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0082
Covering note regarding the supply of trimethylene-Glycol from Christopher Thomas & Bros. Ltd.16th Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0083
Letter from Christr. Thomas & Bros. Ltd. regarding the supply of trimethylene-glycol for anti-freeze testing.15th Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0084
Aero Engines, requesting remarks on an enclosed letter from Oy.15th Apr 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0085
Letter discussing the benefits and technical details of using ethylene-glycol coolant in aero engines.29th Mar 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0086
The use and properties of Ethylene-glycol (Eveready Prestone) as an anti-freeze solution.10th Apr 1939Box 151 \ 3  scan0087
Letter from L. R. B. Pearce, Ltd. confirming a previous communication about anti-freeze products.10th Apr 1939Box 151 \ 3  scan0088
Use of ethylene-glycol and comparing it with past experiments on tri-methylene-glycol for aero engine cooling systems.19th Apr 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0089
Letter acknowledging observations and offers regarding anti-freezing solutions.15th May 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0090
Letter from L.R.B. Pearce, Ltd. discussing their antifreeze product and its properties.16th May 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0091
Advertisement leaflet for RAD anti-freeze with usage directions and pricing information.1st Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0092
Advertising leaflet for RAD Motor Anti-Freeze Compound.1st Feb 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0093
Air Ministry general specification document for Ethylene Glycol.1st Jul 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0094
Use and effects of Ethylene Glycol as a high-temperature coolant for engines.26th Jul 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0095
Continuation of a test report detailing a drop in BHP and a burned-out valve and seat.13th Aug 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0096
Letter from Imperial Chemical Industries regarding a delivery of Ethylene Glycol and its properties.13th Aug 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0097
Data sheet on the properties and uses of Ethylene Glycol.14th Aug 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0098
Letter received from Imperial Chemical Industries Limited.14th Aug 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0099
Letter from Imperial Chemical Industries regarding the supply of Ethylene Glycol.14th Aug 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0100
Letter from Imperial Chemical Industries Ltd. detailing tests on the effect of boiling Ethylene Glycol on rubber and 'Klingerite' packing material.20th Aug 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0101
Sheet 2 of a letter from Imperial Chemical Industries Ltd. enclosing an extract on Ethylene Glycol.1st Jul 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0102
Extract from a 1929 Popular Mechanics magazine about a chemical coolant for airplane motors.1st Jul 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0103
Laboratory report comparing the cooling efficiency of water versus ethylene glycol.22th Aug 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0104
Letter from L.R.B. Pearce, Ltd. offering to supply 'RAD' anti-freeze and enclosing a booklet.15th Oct 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0105
Copy of a letter from L. R. B. PEARCE Ltd. regarding their speciality product 'RAD'.15th Nov 1929Box 151 \ 3  scan0106


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