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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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Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd regarding a delayed order for shock absorbers, installation issues, and proposing a newer model.8th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0018
Fitting of Hartford shock absorbers to chassis 9-JS and declining to adopt the Hydro Telecontrol type.11th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0019
Letter to T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. concerning the refitting of Telecontrol Shock Absorbers and the introduction of a new hydro model.13th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0020
Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. discussing the supply and types of shock absorbers, including the cable and Hydro Telecontrol models.14th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0021
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. discussing shock absorber test results and offering new instruments for testing.15th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0022
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. inquiring about a missing MP type shock absorber that was supposed to have been returned.21th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0023
Telegram received by telephone requesting confirmation that a shock absorber has been sent.24th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0024
The return of a loaned Lucas LC type shock absorber to Messrs. Lucas.24th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0025
Correspondence with Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding the dispatch of MP and LC type shock absorbers for testing.24th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0026
Request for information about shock absorbers mentioned in a report from Aix les Bains.25th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0027
Extract from a diary entry describing an improved adjustable shock absorber seen on an American car in Aix-les-Bains.27th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0028
Letter to Messrs Lucas Ltd. regarding tests on a MP.3 type damper and shock absorbers.27th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0029
Despatch of a lent MP.3 type shock absorber to Messrs Lucas.27th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0030
Letter to T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. requesting to examine a set of Hydro Tele shock absorbers.27th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0031
Andre hydro tele-control and an associated advertisement.27th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0032
Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. arranging for the return of an 'MP' Shock Absorber.27th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0033
Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. confirming they are preparing a set of Hydro Telecontrol Shock Absorbers for a Phantom II.28th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0034
Letter to T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. requesting shock absorbers for testing on an experimental car.29th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0035
Correspondence from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd regarding the dispatch of a set of Hydro-telecontrol shock absorbers.29th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0036
Telegram from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. about fitting hydro shock absorbers.29th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0037
Request to order a set of Andre Telecontrol shock absorbers for a 40/50 HP car on a sale or return basis.30th Jun 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0038
Letter to General Motors inquiring about the origin and reliability of Delco hydraulic shock dampers.8th Jul 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0039
Letter from Vauxhall Motors regarding Delco Hydraulic Shock Absorbers on Vauxhall models.13th Jul 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0040
Order for one set of Andre Telecontrol shock absorbers.15th Jul 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0041
Liquid leaks from the control unit of Telecontrol shock absorbers fitted to car 22-EX.14th Sep 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0042
Letter to T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd regarding liquid leaks from their dampers fitted to an experimental car.15th Sep 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0043
Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd regarding issues with a Telecontrol shock absorber control unit and sending new units for testing.21th Sep 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0044
Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd. regarding replacement pumps for Hydro Telecontrol shock absorbers.3rd Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0045
The testing and performance issues of Andre Telecontrol Dampers after 6,500 miles of use.11th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0046
Issues with Andre dampers and high-speed performance tests of the 22-EX limousine at Brooklands.11th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0047
Blueprint showing the inside of an Andre Telecontrol Damper, shewing the elastic rubber expander.10th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0048
Blueprint of a dashboard control unit for shock absorbers, noting that the 'TMU' type leaks.10th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0049
Criticisms and tests of Andre Telecontrol dampers, including issues with leaks, mounting, and effectiveness.11th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0050
Blueprint of a dashboard control unit for shock absorbers, noting a leakage fault.10th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0051
Performance graph of Andre Telecontrol Dampers, plotting load in pounds against pressure in pounds per square inch.10th Dec 1935Box 152 \ 1  scan0052
Letter to T.B. Andre & Co, Ltd. regarding unsatisfactory control units and dampers.12th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0053
Letter to T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd arranging a meeting at Olympia to discuss telecontrol dampers.17th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0054
Letter from T.B. Andre & Co. Ltd confirming a meeting to discuss Telecontrol shock absorbers.14th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0055
Analysis of the liquid used in Andre Telecontrol Dampers.18th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0056
Querying the return of faulty Hand Control Units for Andre Hydro-telecontrol shock absorbers to clear an invoice from Andre (Silentbloc) Ltd.18th Oct 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0057
Inquiry to Arens Controls Ltd. regarding control systems for a car chassis, specifying requirements and requesting samples.17th Nov 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0058
Letter to Arens Controls Ltd. regarding the selection of control cables and requesting a sample with a spring device fitted.23th Nov 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0059
Letter from Arens Controls Limited regarding a sample control unit.24th Nov 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0060
Letter to Arens Controls Ltd. requesting the fitting of a control system to a chassis and a visit from an engineer.25th Nov 1932Box 152 \ 1  scan0061
Letter to The Crosby Valve & Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding unsatisfactory bellows and a request for a more flexible sample.6th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0062
Inquiry to Luvax Limited regarding the lifespan and oil resistance of their rubber glands.10th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0063
Letter clarifying the design and pressure limitations of Relief Valve Bellows Assemblies.10th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0064
Letter from Crosby Valve & Engineering Co. Ltd. discussing the design of a Bellows Assembly.10th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0065
Letter to Dunlop Rubber Co. requesting an opinion on oil-resisting rubber gland packing for a new shock absorber.10th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0066
Letter from Dunlop Rubber Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of mineral oil-resistant packing rubber.11th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0067
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding the material composition of shock absorber glands.11th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0068
Letter from Luvax Limited discussing the properties and resistance of rubber when in contact with different oils.11th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0069
Investigation report on tests conducted on a type 'MP' shock absorber.12th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0070
The testing and analysis of a shock absorber, including calculations and observed issues.12th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0071
Analysis of pressure build-up in a single-acting system using an indicator diagram.12th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0072
Testing procedures and results for a shock absorber, including calculations.12th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0073
Calculations analyzing rotor movement, volume swept, and pressure based on indicator card data.12th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0074
Analysis of shock absorber performance, discussing indicator cards, temperature effects, leakage, and oil compressibility calculations.12th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0075
Calculation for the movement at the centre of pressure of a rotor, with analysis comparing calculated versus observed effects.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0076
Indicator card record for Luvax shock absorbers showing maximum pressure readings at various temperatures.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0077
Indicator card record for Luvax shock absorbers.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0078
Indicator card record for Luvax shock absorbers.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0079
Indicator card record for Luvax shock absorbers, detailing performance at various temperatures.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0080
Sheet containing six numbered diagrams, likely indicator diagrams, from 371 to 376.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0081
Sheet displaying six numbered design templates or outlines for a component.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0082
Series of six numbered diagrams showing a hand-drawn outline of a component.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0083
Series of six numbered engine indicator diagrams.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0084
Grid of six numbered cells, each containing a hand-drawn cam profile diagram.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0085
Series of six numbered diagrams showing cam profiles.4th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0086
Page displaying four numbered graphical plots or diagrams.11th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0087
Letter to Crosby Valve & Engineering Co. regarding the performance and quality of supplied bellows.11th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0088
Page 2 of a letter to Crosby Valve & Eng. Co. regarding testing supplies and works visits.12th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0089
Letter from Crosby Valve & Engineering Co Ltd regarding a sample of Sylphon Shock Absorber Assemblies and suggesting modifications.12th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0090
Letter from a supplier, Crosby Valve & Engineering Co. Ltd., responding to a complaint about a leaking assembly.12th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0091
Letter from a supplier following up on a sample shock absorber assembly and an order for more.18th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0092
Letter to Messrs Luvax Limited regarding a shock absorber report and diagrams.19th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0093
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding indicator tests on hydraulic shock absorbers and arranging a meeting to discuss the results.17th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0094
Letter from Luvax Limited to Mr. W.A. Robotham arranging a meeting for Wednesday the 25th at 2:30 p.m.20th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0095
Letter from Luvax Limited postponing a meeting to discuss a Luvax Shock Absorber test report due to illness.24th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0096
Diagram and mathematical analysis of a Delco testing rig.25th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0097
Follow-up letter from Arens Controls Ltd regarding controls they supplied for shock absorbers.25th Jan 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0098
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding the rescheduling of a representative's visit to discuss shock absorbers.1st Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0099
Letter to Messrs Luvax Ltd discussing loads, lever length, and shaft deflection in relation to shock absorber testing.9th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0100
Letter to Arens Controls Ltd confirming a car fitted with their controls is currently under test.4th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0101
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding tests on rotor spindle and lever arm deflection.10th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0102
The testing of Delco shock absorbers and the necessity of using indicator diagrams.1st Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0103
Diagram of a machine built for recording shock-absorber characteristics.15th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0104
Letter to Crosby Valve & Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding issues with shock damper bellows and requesting a modified sample.15th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0105
Letter from Luvax Limited enclosing curves from shock absorber deflection tests.17th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0106
Investigation into the elastic deflection of a shock absorber under working loads.17th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0107
Results of loading and deflection tests on a shock absorber.17th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0108
Graph showing the deflection characteristics of a Type RMP shock absorber under load.23th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0109
Investigation report on shock absorber performance at temperatures below 20°C.23th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0110
The investigation of a 'building up' pressure effect observed during tests.10th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0111
Indicator card record for Luvax shock absorbers, Type RMP II.10th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0112
Set of six numbered indicator diagrams or performance plots.10th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0113
Four indicator diagrams at temperatures ranging from 5°C to 20°C.20th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0114
Letter to The Packless Gland Co. Ltd. requesting a quotation for shock damper control bellows.20th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0115
Letter from Luvax Limited regarding tests conducted on their shock absorbers at low temperatures.28th Feb 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0116
Performance and testing of Luvax shock absorbers.2nd Mar 1933Box 152 \ 1  scan0117


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