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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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Comparison of aerodynamic drag data from wind tunnel tests on Derby and French Streamline Bentley models.5th Nov 1937Box 161 \ 1  scan0189
Comparative wind tunnel test report on the aerodynamic drag of Rolls-Bentley and Van Vooren-Bentley bodies.5th Nov 1937Box 161 \ 1  scan0190
Requesting an alteration to a figure in a table about the wind resistance of American cars.19th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0191
Letter to R.K. Pierson of Vickers (Aviation) Ltd. discussing wind tunnel tests on model cars and their limitations.22th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0192
Findings from aerodynamic research, focusing on wind tunnel testing and calculated aerodynamic forms.22th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0193
Methods for calculating rolling resistance and wind resistance for car performance.22th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0194
Comparing car rolling resistance (K-value) with competitors and outlining future wind tunnel testing plans.22th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0195
Comparative table of aerodynamic resistance data for various competitor cars.20th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0196
Comparative chart of aerodynamic resistance data for various Rolls-Royce and Bentley car models.22th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0197
Impracticality and limited market potential of the Paulin Bentley.27th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0198
Correspondence regarding the confirmation of insurance for the Embiricos Streamline Car, Chassis No. B.27.LE.27th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0199
Letter from André M. Embiricos confirming insurance details for a Bentley car.26th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0200
Arrangements for keeping the Paulin Streamlined Bentley.27th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0201
Telegram from Paris requesting a car be made available for Mr Robotham due to the political situation.28th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0202
Telegram received by telephone confirming insurance for a Paulin Bentley.27th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0203
Letter regarding a change of plans for the disposal of the Embiricos Bentley (Chassis B-23-LE) due to the political situation.28th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0204
Typed communication about the transport arrangements for the Embiricos car.28th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0205
Typed message arranging for Mr Paulin's Bentley to be met at Boulogne-Maritime.29th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0206
Telegram from Sleator to Robotham concerning the Embiricos streamline car.29th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0207
Advising not to send the Paulin Bentley back to Derby.29th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0208
Telegram authorizing the retention of the Embiricos Streamline car for an additional eight to ten days.29th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0209
Telegram received by telephone regarding the return of a Paulin Bentley.29th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0210
Telegram from Paris regarding insurance for a Paulin Bentley.27th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0211
Performance and lessons learned from the Paulin Bentley.29th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0212
Dispatch of the 'Embiricos' car, recommendations for heat reduction, and various opinions on the vehicle.29th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0213
Telegram message concerning Paulin Bentley's return to Derby and instructing to wire Robotham.29th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0214
Confirming the decision not to return Chassis B-27-LE Embiricos to Derby.30th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0215
Letter from The Royal Automobile Club regarding an account for the export of a Bentley motor car on behalf of Mr. A. Embiricos.30th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0216
Performance, sales potential, and necessary modifications for the Paulin Bentley.29th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0217
Formulae for air and rolling resistance, comparing metric and English units.1st Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0218
Page detailing the methodology for calculating air drag from dynamometer horsepower figures and test results.10th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0219
Extract detailing French and English formulas for calculating vehicle air resistance and rolling resistance.10th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0220
Comparison of English and French formulas for calculating vehicle rolling resistance and dynamics.10th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0221
Instructions detailing the pre-conditions required before conducting a vehicle test.10th Sep 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0222
Graph of rolling resistance against speed for various tyre pressures.3rd Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0223
Letter from a coachbuilder discussing design considerations and drawbacks of a French Streamline Body.3rd Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0224
Letter from Park Ward & Co. Ltd. requesting figures and drawings concerning the effect of increased frontal area on speed.3rd Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0225
Letter to Park Ward & Co. discussing the aerodynamic effects of modifying a streamline car's height and body.4th Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0226
Letter to W.A. Robotham discussing a detailed file on a streamlined car from a Mr Paulin.5th Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0227
Investigation report into the causes of and solutions for overheating in the Paulin Streamline car's interior.11th Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0228
List of recommended modifications regarding vehicle insulation, ventilation, and a note on a thermostat replacement.11th Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0229
Test drive report on a Paulin Bentley, detailing its performance, handling issues, and body observations.19th Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0230
Telegram regarding Embiricos refusing an engine repair estimate, claiming no fault of the drivers.25th Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0231
Letter to designer Georges Paulin outlining design decisions for the Air Flow Bentley.28th Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0232
Design specifications for the Bentley 5 and 5D models, covering the front-end, coachwork options, and aerodynamic performance targets.28th Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0233
Letter discussing the creation of scale models for wind tunnel testing and the secrecy of Bentley designs.28th Oct 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0234
Summary of designs for the Bentley 5 and Bentley 50 models.1st Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0235
Refusal to build a duplicate 'Paulin Streamline Bentley' body due to safety concerns.1st Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0236
Private letter regarding ensuring privacy and the character of a Mr. Paulin.2nd Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0237
Technical aspects, including visibility and braking, of the Paulin Streamline Bentley.3rd Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0238
Request for photographs of a Vanvooren Bentley interior to reproduce the design for an experimental car by Park Ward.7th Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0239
Request for scale drawings and hinge particulars for a Vanvooren Pillarless Saloon body to fit a Bentley III chassis.7th Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0240
Letter from coachbuilders Park Ward & Co Ltd to Bentley Motors (1931) Ltd. acknowledging receipt of particulars for the Paulin Bentley.7th Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0241
Customer-requested alterations to a Paulin Streamline Bentley chassis concerning visibility and braking.10th Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0242
French letter to Georges Paulin requesting progress updates on car design studies.28th Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0243
Explaining different formulas used for calculating car wind resistance coefficients.1st Dec 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0244
Comparison of rolling resistance formulas and dynamometer test results for determining horsepower.1st Dec 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0245
Comparative table of performance data for various motor cars.1st Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0246
Windage tests conducted on a Bentley II car using deceleration methods.1st Nov 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0247
Table of results showing rolling resistance at various speed drops.1st Dec 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0248
Typed memorandum concluding that the Andreau formula for rolling resistance is valid up to 80 M.P.H.1st Dec 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0249
Forwarding a specimen of 'La Carrosserie' featuring a Paulin patented body.1st Dec 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0250
Letter from Monsieur Paulin to Mr. Bailey discussing various car body and frontal appearance designs.12th Dec 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0251
Page two of a letter from G. Paulin to Mr. Bailey concerning a delay with a model front.22th Dec 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0252
Performance estimations calculating the effect of increased horsepower, or reduced frontal area and weight, on maximum speed.22th Dec 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0253
Proposals for achieving 120 mph in a Paulin Bentley and for a 24-hour publicity run at Montlhery.1st Dec 1938Box 161 \ 1  scan0254
Conference report on chassis cost, focusing on front suspension and comparing figures for Wraith and Bentley V models.4th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0001
The costs and savings of different rear axle types, comparing semi-floating and fully-floating designs.4th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0002
Notes from a conference held on July 10th, 1939, to discuss chassis costs and production issues with the B.V. model.11th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0003
Minutes from a chassis conference discussing the status of various new chassis models.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0004
Status report on various Bentley cars undergoing testing and modification.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0005
Test report on various car chassis, detailing development status and component trials.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0006
Test requirements for car 3.B.50, a summary of jobs to be done, and an update on Bentley 80 engine units.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0007
List of engine components and production updates for various engine units.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0008
Progress report on the 8 Cylinder High Power Alum Engine and B.60 Cast Iron Units.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0009
Specifications and part lists for B.60 Cast Iron and Bentley V engine units, including conversions.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0010
Status report on Wraith III and Wraith Ripple engine units, detailing testing, development, and component specifications.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0011
Status report on various engine components including cylinder units, gearboxes, induction systems, and crankshaft dampers.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0012
B.60 and B.80 Induction Systems and Phantom III strengthened tappets.12th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0013
Minutes from a chassis conference discussing the status and specifications of new models.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0014
Status report on various Bentley cars undergoing testing, detailing their configurations, modifications, and supply issues.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0015
Test report on various car models, detailing development progress, modifications, and future work.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0016
Progress report on B.50 units and Bentley 80 engine units, with a summary of required jobs.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0017
List of parts and specifications for various engine units.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0018
Technical report detailing specifications and modifications for various engine units and their components.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0019
Component specifications and updates for various engine units, including Cast Iron and Bentley V models.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0020
Status report on Bentley V, Wraith III, and Wraith Ripple units, detailing chassis fittings, testing, and component specifications.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0021
Progress report detailing the status of various engineering components, trials, and instructions.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0022
Progress report on various vehicle components and their current status.19th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0023
Minutes from a chassis conference discussing Bentley V part lists, inter-departmental procedures, and gearbox rattle issues.18th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0024
Meeting minutes discussing gearbox rattle, production costs, and 8-cylinder engine modifications.18th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0025
Meeting notes regarding an 8-cylinder engine, chassis production for a show including Bentley V and Corniche models, and 'Ripple' material costs.18th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0026
Minutes of a chassis conference held in the board room discussing material delays and print store processes.24th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0027
Meeting notes discussing production costs for the Gear Box, Bentley V, and Silver Ripple models.25th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0028
Report discussing body costs, C.I. engine selection for the Silver Ripple, production timelines, and starter motor pricing.25th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0029
The cost, testing, and quotations for starter motors from Lucas and a new cast iron design.25th Jul 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0030
Minutes of a chassis conference discussing Bentley V, Avon Tyres, Silver Ripple, and Wraith production.24th Aug 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0031
Meeting notes discussing the Bentley V production of chassis and delays due to tool shortages.24th Aug 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0032
Minutes from a Chassis Conference detailing the status and specifications for various new chassis models.28th Aug 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0033
Test report detailing the status and configuration of several Bentley cars undergoing development and trials.28th Aug 1939Box 161a \ 1  scan0034


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