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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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Stock levels and costs for a Bakelite push-button switch cover.7th Feb 1924Box 172 \ 3  img071
Standardisation of a 40/50 condenser with 50% increased capacity for repair and replacement.31th Jan 1924Box 172 \ 3  img072
Extract discussing the condition of points removed from a chassis after 9,500 miles of use.30th Jan 1924Box 172 \ 3  img073
Performance of a 40/50 condenser with increased capacity after a 2,600 mile trial.1st Jan 1924Box 172 \ 3  img074
Bench test report on standard ir-platinum points and a 40/50 mica condenser of larger capacity.8th Jan 1924Box 172 \ 3  img075
Test report on a 40/50 Mica Condenser of larger capacity, No. 4M.9th Jan 1924Box 172 \ 3  img076
Returning a standardisation sheet for an improved type contact breaker for specific magnetos.14th May 1924Box 172 \ 3  img077
Standardisation of an improved type contact breaker for E.O.6 and R.O.I magnetos to increase durability and reduce noise.17th Mar 1924Box 172 \ 3  img078
Arrangement of dynamo and magneto drives.9th May 1924Box 172 \ 3  img079
Standardisation of distributor gears on the magneto to reduce noise.12th Jan 1925Box 172 \ 3  img080
Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically aluminium brush holders for the 40/50 starter motor.22th Apr 1925Box 172 \ 3  img081
40/50 starter motor with aluminium brush holders after a 10,335-mile test on car 98-NK.1st Apr 1925Box 172 \ 3  img082
Standardisation of a battery ignition contact breaker rubbing block made of bone grey fibre.21th Jul 1925Box 172 \ 3  img083
Standardisation of a modified distributor head and base to provide better ventilation and reduce corrosion.19th Dec 1925Box 172 \ 3  img084
Experimental test report on the blackening of ignition contact points due to oil vapour.19th Dec 1925Box 172 \ 3  img085
Standardisation of a modified distributor head and base to improve ventilation.19th Dec 1925Box 172 \ 3  img086
Test report and circulation memo regarding the standardisation of chassis parts.20th Dec 1925Box 172 \ 3  img087
Standardisation of chassis parts for a rigid fixed contact point support for cutout.5th Feb 1926Box 172 \ 3  img088
Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically contact points from a second source of supply.5th Feb 1926Box 172 \ 3  img089
Standardisation of an electrical cutout moving contact point spring support.25th May 1926Box 172 \ 3  img090
Standardisation of a moulded Redmanol case for the ignition coil to reduce cost and improve appearance.31th May 1926Box 172 \ 3  img091
Standardisation of an ammeter made by Messrs. Elliott Bros. for chassis parts.27th May 1926Box 172 \ 3  img092
Alteration to the starter actuator box lubrication to prevent the seizing of pins.24th Sep 1926Box 172 \ 3  img093
Standardisation of an ignition coil with a finer primary winding (Redmanol Case).16th Sep 1926Box 172 \ 3  img094
Standardisation report for an ignition governor oil relay piston using metal packing rings.23th Sep 1926Box 172 \ 3  img095
Standardisation of securing the distribution box cover with round thumb screws.22th Sep 1926Box 172 \ 3  img096
Standardisation of a 40/50 Dynamo with narrow brushes and an increased air gap from .015' to .020'.11th May 1927Box 172 \ 3  img097
Questionnaire regarding the standardisation of a new chassis part.27th Feb 1928Box 172 \ 3  img098
Standardisation of tungsten contact points for battery ignition, comparing them to platinum points.6th Sep 1927Box 172 \ 3  img099
Standardisation of chassis parts concerning further contact points for battery ignition.12th Sep 1923Box 172 \ 3  img100
Road test report detailing the performance of tungsten contact points over various mileages.6th Sep 1927Box 172 \ 3  img101
Standardisation of a ballast resistance nickel wire for the chassis.9th Sep 1927Box 172 \ 3  img102
Form concerning the standardisation of a chassis part for the 40/50 and 20 HP models.23th Sep 1927Box 172 \ 3  img103
Standardisation of a Watford Sleeveless Type EW6 Magneto.8th Nov 1927Box 172 \ 3  img104
Implementation and associated costs of a new standardized chassis part.27th Nov 1928Box 172 \ 3  img105
Standardisation of a battery ignition contact breaker to improve the performance and life of tungsten points.14th Nov 1927Box 172 \ 3  img106
Questionnaire form regarding the standardisation of a chassis part, outlining implementation details and costs.9th Apr 1928Box 172 \ 3  img107
Standardisation of the battery box in the chassis frame.7th Nov 1927Box 172 \ 3  img108
Standardisation form for a new part to be fitted to a G-2-B series chassis.12th Nov 1928Box 172 \ 3  img109
Standardisation of 'Maconite' insulated H.T. wires for the chassis.14th May 1928Box 172 \ 3  img110
Form for the standardisation of chassis parts, specifically regarding a 'Timcam' insulator.19th Mar 1932Box 172 \ 3  img111
Standardisation of a battery ignition bakelite distributor rotor of the mushroom type.12th May 1928Box 172 \ 3  img112
Introduction of new standardized parts for 40/50 HP and 20 HP chassis.27th Aug 1928Box 172 \ 3  img113
Standardisation of a 40/50 HP. Dynamo - 28 Slot Armature.20th Jul 1928Box 172 \ 3  img114
Standardisation of Chassis Parts form for Drawing No. OC.06, detailing a new part for the H. series chassis.28th Jan 1929Box 172 \ 3  img115
Standardisation of the electrical connection of the cutout shunt coil to the dynamo terminal.5th Sep 1928Box 172 \ 3  img116
Standardisation of a Phantom II starter motor main armature return spring.30th Nov 1929Box 172 \ 3  img117
Standardisation proposal for an improved design of ignition coil for chassis parts.4th Apr 1930Box 172 \ 3  img118
The design improvements for an ignition coil.11th Jun 1930Box 172 \ 3  img119
Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically for aluminium ignition tubes without ebonite covering.11th Jun 1930Box 172 \ 3  img120
Standardisation of an accessory distribution box for chassis parts.20th Jun 1930Box 172 \ 3  img121
Standardisation of Morganite EG2 grade brushes for 40/50 & 'S.S.' dynamos as an alternative.14th Mar 1929Box 172 \ 3  img122
Proposal to standardize the Ferranti Ammeter as an alternative source of supply to the standard Elliott ammeter.25th Jun 1930Box 172 \ 3  img123
Standardisation of a switchbox, distribution box, and field resistance unit for dynamo output control.18th Jun 1930Box 172 \ 3  img124
Standardisation proposal for a straight battery series connecting link.10th Jul 1930Box 172 \ 3  img125
Standardisation of a 48 coil armature dynamo with pole piece modification for high output.18th Jun 1930Box 172 \ 3  img126
Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically Watford Magnetos type EW6A fitted with Tungsten contact points.12th Sep 1930Box 172 \ 3  img127
Standardisation report for a backing light and switch.26th Aug 1930Box 172 \ 3  img128
Standardisation of a moulded Dagenite vent plug for Phantom II batteries.31th Oct 1930Box 172 \ 3  img129
Letter to G.J. Mead of United Aircraft & Transport Corp regarding an upcoming visit to America with a 3 1/2 litre Bentley.27th Sep 1933Box 173 \ 1  img001
Letter from The United Aircraft & Transport Corporation to W. A. Robotham arranging a meeting.17th Oct 1933Box 173 \ 1  img002
Letter from Guy W. Vaughan to Mr. W. A. Robotham concerning an upcoming visit to the States.14th Oct 1933Box 173 \ 1  img003
Letter to J.F. Inskip regarding a forthcoming visit to America with a Bentley and a discussion on business.25th Oct 1933Box 173 \ 1  img004
Letter from the Experimental Department requesting a contact at Harrison Radiators for an upcoming visit to America.1st Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img005
Letter to Captain A.F. Lyon in Dayton, Ohio, regarding a planned visit to America with a new Bentley car.1st Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img006
Letter to G.J. Mead of The United Aircraft & Transport Corp. postponing a visit to America.1st Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img007
Letter to Mr. C. W. Vaughan postponing a visit to America until early January for the New York Show.1st Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img008
Letter from the President of the American branch regarding an upcoming visit with a Bentley.6th Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img009
Letter from George J. Mead to W. A. Robotham regarding a postponed visit to Connecticut.16th Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img010
Letter of thanks to the Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. for assistance with an impending visit to the United States.20th Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img011
Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company to a Rolls-Royce employee regarding travel arrangements to the United States.21th Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img012
Letter to Wright Aeronautical Corp. arranging a factory visit for an employee interested in US manufacturing methods.30th Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img013
Letter to G.J. Mead in the USA regarding travel plans and a proposed factory visit for Mr. Coverley.30th Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img014
Letter requesting assistance for an experimental production engineer, Mr. Coverly, visiting America to study manufacturing methods.30th Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img015
Letter regarding an experimental production engineer's visit to America to study production methods.30th Nov 1933Box 173 \ 1  img016
Letter sending a letter of introduction for the President of the Cleveland Graphite Bronze Company.5th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img017
Letter from Ford Motor Company Ltd. regarding a visit to Dearborn and a potential order for a 12-cylinder Lincoln.8th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img018
Letter from Ford Motor Company regarding a visit to their Detroit plant.8th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img019
Letter to Ford Motor Co requesting an introduction for a trip to the USA after visiting the Lincoln factory.9th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img020
Letter requesting assistance with obtaining a New York driving licence ahead of a trip with a Bentley.11th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img021
Letter from Wright Aeronautical Corporation regarding Mr. Coverley's visit to their plant.15th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img022
Letter from Vacuum Oil Company regarding the delayed travel of Mr. Coverly to the United States.22th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img023
Letter from the Vacuum Oil Company regarding the use of boiled linseed oil for castings and the analysis of a used Mobiloil EP sample.22th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img024
Letter to R. Chilton of The Wright Aeronautical Corporation confirming travel plans to meet in January.27th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img025
Letter to The Vacuum Oil Co. Ltd. regarding a cancelled sailing and a discussion on oil for hypoid gears.27th Dec 1933Box 173 \ 1  img026
Memo from a ship, proposing a test programme for Bentley carburettors to address performance issues.5th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img027
And a diagram discussing S.U. carburettor piston damping and snap opening improvements.5th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img028
Engine firing order and bonnet temperature.5th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img029
Engine cooling, bonnet ventilation and carburetion for the Spectre model.5th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img030
Campaign on 'Clero work' and remembering a single cylinder unit for investigation.5th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img031
From the 'Britannic' proposing a test programme to improve snap opening on Bentley carburettors.5th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img032
Engine firing order, bonnet temperature, and Spectre carburetion.5th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img033
Letter discussing clutch design, flywheel periods, and failures, with comparisons to Bentley and American models.5th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img034
The explosion force causing flywheel wobble.10th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img035
Typed letter regarding Terraplane engine damper performance and practices at General Motors.10th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img036
Cablegram from Robotham in New York to Hives in Derby regarding ethyl valve tests and design feedback.13th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img037
Directory of Western Union Telegraph Company receiving offices, addresses, and telephone/telex numbers in Great Britain and Ireland.18th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img038
Independent front wheel suspension, steering geometry, and various vehicle tests including axle failures.18th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img039
Outlining points of reference for investigating the American trend in independent front wheel suspension design.12th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img040
Potential adoption and modification of an independent front wheel springing suspension.17th Jan 1934Box 173 \ 1  img041


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