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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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Test data table for various body configurations of a Model I Rolls-Bentley car, measuring aerodynamic drag.1st Jan 1908Box 160 \ 2  scan0141
Photographs of a scale model 'Bensport' car showing a modification to the nose.7th Jul 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0142
Letter regarding the unavailability of the Cambridge University wind tunnel for Bentley model streamlining experiments.7th Jul 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0143
The second page of a typed letter, concluding with an invitation.8th Jul 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0144
Letter from Birmingham Central Technical College acknowledging a letter about traction and air resistances for cars.8th Jul 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0145
Letter to Messrs Vickers (Aviation) Ltd. regarding arrangements for wind tunnel tests on an eighth-scale model of the Bentley Car.7th Jul 1930Box 160 \ 2  scan0146
Arranging wind tunnel tests for a 3 Litre Bentley with Vickers Aviation Limited.27th Jul 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0147
List of configurations for wind tunnel tests on a Bentley model.27th Jul 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0148
Letter to Vickers (Aviation) Ltd. confirming arrangements for wind tunnel tests on eighth-scale Bentley models.27th Jul 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0149
Results of wind tunnel tests on a 3 Litre Bentley, comparing a standard model with a new, aerodynamically improved version.3rd Aug 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0150
Seating configuration and performance of a new 100 m.p.h. car.3rd Aug 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0151
From Hs. to Roy requesting an order be sent to Messrs. Vickers Aviation Co.23th Sep 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0152
Results of wind tunnel tests on a streamlined Bentley car.7th Nov 1935Box 160 \ 2  scan0153
Requesting tabulated results from a second series of wind tunnel tests on a streamlined car model.7th Nov 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0154
Confirming that road test results for a streamlined Bentley car matched wind tunnel test forecasts.8th Nov 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0155
Modernization and performance testing of a Streamlined Bentley B.23.AE.21th Nov 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0156
Wet weather driving, side spare wheel carriers, and wind tunnel tests for a streamlined car.27th Nov 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0157
Wind tunnel test results for a Standard Saloon and a Streamline Car.28th Nov 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0158
Wind tunnel tests on a Bentley, comparing the flat plate and reflexion/reflex test methods.28th Nov 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0159
Letter requesting copies of a wind tunnel report and discussing discrepancies in drag co-efficient results with American tests.30th Nov 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0160
Results and comparison of wind tunnel tests on a Bentley saloon car.4th Dec 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0161
Analysis of saloon car performance based on wind tunnel data and various aerodynamic modifications.4th Dec 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0162
Report page discussing vehicle aerodynamics, customer suggestions, and performance tests related to drag.4th Dec 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0163
Appendix from wind tunnel tests comparing performance calculations for a standard and a streamlined saloon.4th Dec 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0164
Page of calculations for determining vehicle lap speeds from horsepower and drag.4th Dec 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0165
Calculations on the aerodynamic drag of a streamlined saloon car, comparing forward and reverse motion and the effect of increased power on speed.30th Jan 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0166
Blueprint comparing the frontal area calculations for different saloon car body styles.30th Jan 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0167
Wind tunnel test results and calculated performance figures for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley model.30th Jan 1933Box 160 \ 2  scan0168
Wind tunnel test results for a 3 1/2 Litre Bentley, detailing model configurations and performance data.13th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0169
Wind tunnel tests on cars and the implications for Bentley streamline body designs.13th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0170
Confidentiality of information obtained from wind tunnel tests on cars.20th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0171
Outlining the general basis for testing wind noises in cars.20th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0172
Analysis of wind noise mechanics and test results for a Bentley 4 Door Saloon with a sunshine roof.20th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0173
Wind noise analysis and remedies for saloon car bodies, detailing the effects of taping various joints and pillars.20th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0174
Investigation into wind noise on a 25 HP Park Ward Standardised Saloon with a sunshine roof.20th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0175
Analysis of noise reduction modifications for a sunshine roof, including a diagram and conclusions from tests.20th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0176
Analysis of bodywork design to reduce wind noise, comparing door shut resonance to a toy whistle.22th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0177
Letter to Park Ward & Co. detailing modifications to an experimental Bentley Saloon to reduce wind noise.22th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0178
Instructions for coachbuilder Park Ward & Co. on modifying a sunshine roof and bodywork to reduce noise.22th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0179
Letter to Park Ward & Co. about reducing air noise by modifying the direction indicators.22th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0180
Testing and rectifying wind noises from the sunshine roof and doors on a Standardised Bentley Saloon.22th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0181
Investigations into car body wind noise and proposed improvements.22th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0182
Proposing to use an Essex Terraplane as a benchmark to address wind noise issues in car bodies.26th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0183
Wind noises in cars and the status and location of an Essex Terraplane.27th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0184
Inquiring about the proposed schedule for wind tunnel tests on cars.7th Mar 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0185
Proposal for further wind tunnel tests on a modified Streamline Bentley B.23-AE model.24th Feb 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0186
Proposing a programme for wind tunnel tests on various car models.22th Mar 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0187
Following up on recommendations for reducing wind noise on Bentley and R.R. chassis.18th May 1954Box 160 \ 2  scan0188
Wind tunnel test to compare cycle-type wings with standard wings on a Bentley.17th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0189
Wind tunnel tests for Bentley, comparing cycle type wings with an alternative design seen on an Alvis.17th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0190
Letter from The Houdaillle Hydraulic Suspension Co. Ltd. to Bentley Motors regarding a patent for Parallite streamlined coachwork.16th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0191
Advertisement for Parallite stream-lined coachwork by The Houdaille Hydraulic Suspension Co., Ltd.16th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0192
The benefits of 'Parallite' body design focusing on ventilation, coachwork, and luggage space, with illustrations of alternative car designs.16th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0193
The advantages of the 'Parallite' body design regarding luggage, passengers, safety, and performance.24th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0194
Outlining the plan for wind tunnel tests on a Bentley car.24th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0195
Letter detailing the results of wind tunnel tests, including drag reduction, horsepower and windage calculations.28th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0196
Preliminary calculation of predicted speed.28th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0197
Letter detailing the results and calculations from wind tunnel tests on a car.28th Jul 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0198
Wind tunnel tests performed on the Ulster T.T. Car, a Bentley B.35.AE.22th Aug 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0199
Analysis of aerodynamic improvements comparing open cars and streamline saloons, with proposals for new body designs.22th Aug 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0200
The importance of aerodynamic shapes over increased power for car performance, specifically for racing Bentleys.22th Aug 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0201
Appendix detailing performance calculations for a Standard Saloon and model E-35-AE.22th Aug 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0202
Appendix page with vehicle performance calculations for Test 2 and Test 6 (Streamline Saloon).22th Aug 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0203
Performance calculations and analysis of lap speeds and windage drag for car models B-23-AE and B-35-AE.22th Aug 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0204
Photographs documenting the wind tunnel model development for a racing car through various tests.22th Aug 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0205
Blueprint of a car's rear view with area calculations for the Ulster T-T Race.22th Aug 1934Box 160 \ 2  scan0206
Wind tunnel and performance test results for a 1/8 scale model of the Bentley B.35.AE.28th Jan 1935Box 160 \ 2  scan0207
Side profile photograph of a scale model for a streamlined car.28th Jan 1935Box 160 \ 2  scan0209
Photograph of a rear view of a streamlined car design model.28th Jan 1935Box 160 \ 2  scan0210
Letter from 'Bly.' to 'Rm' discussing Bentley publicity, a special 'Paulin' car, and concerns about experimental bearing failures.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0001
Letter discussing a new bearing alloy and arranging an inspection of a Paulin Bentley.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0002
Numbered response to notes on publicity, discussing car performance, reliability, and comparisons with Bentley vehicles.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0003
Car models, specifically comparing Paulin, Hall, and Lagonda vehicles.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0004
Vehicle performance comparisons for publicity purposes.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0005
Car design philosophy, performance modifications, and market perception.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0006
Competitor analysis (Lagonda), publicity strategy for Bentley, and vehicle performance.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0007
Note on how increased body weight and poor aerodynamics negated engine power improvements in the Bentley.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0008
Investigation into bearing and cylinder bore wear, discussing the development of a new bearing alloy.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0009
Memo regarding competitive strategy, reliability, and advertising.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0010
Secret memo regarding Bentley publicity and a potential 120 mph press run.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0011
Secret memo outlining suggestions for a Bentley publicity event, specifically a 24-hour endurance run at Montlhery.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0012
Secret internal memorandum outlining a publicity plan for Bentley automobiles.29th Nov 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0013
Potential publicity articles on car body construction, product durability, and performance.29th Nov 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0014
Proposal for a high-speed road test of modified Bentley cars on the German Autobahn for publicity.29th Nov 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0015
Road race and track publicity possibilities, including entering the Le Mans 24-hour race.29th Nov 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0016
High-speed car project with driver George Eyston, including potential modifications, comparisons to other cars, and publicity strategy.29th Nov 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0017
Summary of performance data and press mentions for an 8-litre car.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0018
Points on Bentley Publicity ahead of a Friday meeting.1st Feb 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0019
Bentley publicity, a proposed 100 m.p.h. endurance run, and addressing owner complaints about vehicle reliability.7th Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0020
Bentley bearing performance, owner feedback, publicity from racing, and potential vehicle improvements.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0021
List of customers, chassis numbers, and mileages, with a note regarding potential bearing trouble.1st Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0022
Preparations and objectives for testing the Paulin car in France.29th Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0023
Arrangements for a press run of the Paulin Bentley, including modifications and testing at Montlhery.29th Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0024
The preparation and placement of publicity articles for Bentley.30th Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0025
Secret memorandum discussing a publicity strategy for Bentley vehicles.2nd Jan 1939Box 160 \ 3  scan0026
Request to fit high compression pistons to car 6.B.4 for a publicity run rehearsal on the Paulin Bentley.2nd Jan 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0027
Arrangements for a Press Representative to receive information for a 'Write-up' on the Engineering Department.3rd Jan 1939Box 160 \ 3  scan0028
Requesting high compression pistons to be fitted to a Paulin Bentley for a press run.2nd Jan 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0029
List of parts to be sent by Air Mail to the Paris Depot for a Paulin Bentley II chassis.3rd Jan 1939Box 160 \ 3  scan0030
Planning of a press run and performance tests for a Paulin Bentley.29th Dec 1938Box 160 \ 3  scan0031


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