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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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Blueprint graph comparing the power curves of Marmon, Humber, Buick, Hup, and Dodge cars.25th Feb 1923Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img022
Blueprint graph showing five different performance curves.25th Feb 1923Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img023
Blueprint graph showing multiple data plots on a grid.25th Feb 1923Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img024
Blueprint graph plotting various performance curves against pressure in LBS per SQ. Inch.25th Feb 1923Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img025
Blueprint graph comparing the horsepower curves of various car models.25th Feb 1923Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img026
Blueprint graph of Horse Power against Revolutions Per Minute for various 4 and 6 cylinder engines.25th Feb 1923Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img027
Dynamometer test comparison graph for various car exhausts and silencers.19th May 1921Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img028
Blueprint graph plotting multiple performance curves.19th May 1921Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img029
Engineering drawing of a multi-journal shaft with dimensional details.19th May 1921Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img030
Drawing of a crankshaft with a detailed section view of oil holes.19th May 1921Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img031
Technical drawing of a clutch and flywheel assembly.19th May 1921Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img032
Technical drawing of a crankshaft and clutch assembly components.19th May 1921Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img033
Performance graph for a Hispano engine, plotting horsepower and mechanical efficiency against RPM.10th Mar 1924Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img034
Graph of engine performance curves showing various pressures, volumetric efficiency, and mean effective pressure against engine RPM.10th Mar 1924Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img035
Valve timing diagram and inlet valve displacement curve for a Hispano-Suiza engine.10th Mar 1924Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img036
Graph of the exhaust valve displacement curve with 2 m.m. clearances.10th Mar 1924Box 180 \ M4 \ M4.2  img037
Progress on starting schemes, air pumps, and tyre pumps for Armoured Cars.30th Sep 1920Box 180 \ M5  img001
Fitting of emergency starting gear, tyre pumps, and wheel/tyre specifications for cars going abroad.30th Sep 1920Box 180 \ M5  img002
Arguing against the use of larger diameter wheels on armoured car chassis.30th Sep 1920Box 180 \ M5  img003
Reliability and choice of tyres for armoured cars.7th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img004
Impulse starters for armoured cars and the design of an efficient tyre air pump.8th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img005
The design of a hand starter mechanism for an engine within an armoured turret.10th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img006
Production and delivery schedule for armoured cars, detailing modifications suggested by the War Office and potential delays.13th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img007
Contract modifications, delays regarding a modified chassis, and a meeting with the War Office.13th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img008
Flywheel gear drive, air pump, and Maxfield pump arrangements for armoured cars.21th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img009
Status update on the work for armoured cars, ensuring no serious delays in chassis delivery.21th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img010
Proposed fitting and positioning of a hand magneto on armoured cars.1st Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img011
'N' Scheme 619, a non-standard method for mounting a battery in the frame of armoured cars.23th Nov 1920Box 180 \ M5  img012
Specification for an armoured car, detailing standard alternatives and special non-standard parts called for by the War Office.13th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img013
Numbered list of specifications and modifications for a vehicle chassis, including tyres, lighting, battery, and towing hooks.26th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img014
Supply status of parts for Armoured Cars, highlighting delays caused by strikes.26th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img015
Production delays for tyre inflators and road springs due to strikes.26th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img016
The supply and manufacturing status of various vehicle components.26th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img017
Supply status and delays for towing hooks, front wings, and Michelin jacks.26th Oct 1920Box 180 \ M5  img018
Note regarding a visit to Derby in connection with 50 armoured cars for the India Office.13th Oct 1921Box 180 \ M5  img019
Proposing a stress test for an armoured car chassis on a steep gradient.6th Sep 1921Box 180 \ M5  img020
Overheating and boiling issues with Armoured Cars, referencing past demonstrations and concerns from the India Office.31th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img021
Field test procedures for a light utility truck at Long Valley, Aldershot.31th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img022
Special multi-stage road test in the Leith Hill district, outlining procedures for testing vehicle performance on various inclines and road surfaces.25th Aug 1923Box 180 \ M5  img023
Strategies for passing proposed trials of armoured car chassis for the India Office.25th Aug 1923Box 180 \ M5  img024
Trial conditions for armoured cars fitted with a modified rear axle.25th Aug 1923Box 180 \ M5  img025
Heavily annotated draft document outlining the conditions for a series of vehicle trials.25th Aug 1923Box 180 \ M5  img026
Trial conditions for armoured cars fitted with a modified rear axle, outlining weight, speed, and hill-climbing tests.23th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img027
Test specifications and contract strategy with the India Office regarding new axles to prevent engine boiling.23th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img028
Cost, guarantee, and options for fitting new experimental axles to a chassis, involving India Office officials.23th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img029
To hold all work on the tyre pump controls and oil separator for armoured cars for the India Office.13th Apr 1921Box 180 \ M5  img030
India Office tests of Armoured Cars, referencing other related documents.31th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img031
Specifications and delivery schedule for nineteen armoured cars destined for the India Office.10th May 1921Box 180 \ M5  img032
Cooling issue with the 40/50 HP armoured car and proposing an experiment with a fan cowl.8th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img033
Specifications for armoured cars, specifically load, speed, and potential engine cooling issues during tests for the India Office.27th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img034
Radiator capacity and chassis performance considerations, with reference to the War Office.27th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img035
Chassis performance for climbing steep hills, considering gearing, brakes, and the effect of larger wheels.27th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img036
The suitability of different chassis for armoured car tests, weighing the pros and cons of alternatives.1st Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img037
Letter discussing cooling issues on armoured cars following a trial up the Snake Pass.25th Nov 1921Box 180 \ M5  img038
New rear axle for armoured cars, covering cost, alternative designs, and efforts to secure an order from the War Office.1st Dec 1921Box 180 \ M5  img039
Developing new axles for standard and armoured cars, and a government tender for air-cooled cars for India.1st Dec 1921Box 180 \ M5  img040
Cooling performance of an Armoured Car for the India Office and proposals for improvement.1st Dec 1921Box 180 \ M5  img041
Proposed modifications to address car overheating and notes from a meeting with India Office representatives.1st Dec 1921Box 180 \ M5  img042
Unofficial dispatch of a new test radiator to India to address potential overheating issues.1st Dec 1921Box 180 \ M5  img043
Curing engine boiling in South Africa by fitting a throttling sleeve.1st Dec 1921Box 180 \ M5  img044
Mr. Royce's proposals for improving the cooling system of armoured cars.2nd Dec 1921Box 180 \ M5  img045
Cooling system issues and proposed modifications for armoured cars.6th Dec 1921Box 180 \ M5  img046
Testing of 19 armoured cars for the India Office, noting issues with overheating during trials.28th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img047
Dispute with the India Office regarding payment, contract terms, and testing for unsatisfactory vehicles.28th Aug 1921Box 180 \ M5  img048
General condition and overhaul requirements for 10 Armoured Cars used in sandy districts in India.22th Jun 1927Box 180 \ M5  img049
Pasted addendum on the reverse of a vehicle condition report, comparing wear on a 40/50HP S.G. model.13th Apr 1932Box 180 \ M5  img050
Requesting co-operation on alterations to an evaporatively cooled Phantom I engine in an armoured car.13th Apr 1932Box 180 \ M5  img051
Difficulties and proposed alterations for an evaporatively cooled Phantom 1 engine in an armoured car.14th Apr 1932Box 180 \ M5  img052
Graph showing the hotwell pump calibration for an evaporatively cooled Phantom I engine in an armoured car.5th Apr 1932Box 180 \ M5  img053
The calibration and proposed modifications for an evaporatively cooled system on a Phantom I engine in an armoured car.5th Apr 1932Box 180 \ M5  img054
Effect of increased fan capacity on cooling and its application to honeycomb condensers.1st Apr 1932Box 180 \ M5  img055
Request for a print of a drawing for the evaporative cooling system on a Phantom 1 Armoured Car, required by the War Office.11th May 1933Box 180 \ M5  img056
Evaporative cooling system on a Phantom 1 Armoured Car.9th May 1933Box 180 \ M5  img057
Thank you note regarding the evaporative cooling system on a Phantom 1 Armoured Car.16th May 1933Box 180 \ M5  img058
Parts list and instructions for the removal of a hot well pump and fitting of a hydraulic ejector on an evaporatively-cooled armoured car.4th Apr 1933Box 180 \ M5  img059
Instructions for fitting a copper pipe between the water pump and ejector, and related tasks.4th Apr 1933Box 180 \ M5  img060
Newspaper clippings about letters from Sir Frederick Henry Royce (1927-1931) and a clarifying letter to the editor distinguishing between 'Royce Ltd' and 'Rolls-Royce Ltd'.30th Oct 1972Box 180 \ M6  img001
Letter discussing the electrical wiring configurations for longitudinal crane cross drives.6th Dec 1929Box 180 \ M6  img002
Study concluding on the need for a high-speed, torsionally stiff cross shaft and proposing a design using a large diameter drawn tube.6th Dec 1929Box 180 \ M6  img003
Letter to Mr. Bentley discussing a modified drawing for a brush holder and an alternative design for a self-adjusting brake for cranes.6th Dec 1929Box 180 \ M6  img004
Study concluding on the need for a high-speed, torsionally stiff cross shaft, proposing a design using a large diameter drawn tube.29th Nov 1929Box 180 \ M6  img005
Letter with diagrams discussing design flaws in cranes, specifically concerning the cross-shaft, motors, brakes, and oil dashpots.29th Nov 1929Box 180 \ M6  img006
Design of longitudinal brakes for Ford cranes, with a diagram.24th Nov 1929Box 180 \ M6  img007
Letter discussing design considerations for small poles, DC brush holders, and AC brush holders.24th Nov 1929Box 180 \ M6  img008
Discussion with sketches on improving the design of springs and catches for increased reliability and reduced stress.24th Nov 1929Box 180 \ M6  img009
Suggestions for a new standard design of a crab component.24th Nov 1929Box 180 \ M6  img010
Letter discussing design principles, advocating for thorough testing and careful consideration before committing to production.16th Dec 1929Box 180 \ M6  img011
Letter with hand-drawn diagrams discussing the design of A.C. and D.C. brush-holders.16th Dec 1929Box 180 \ M6  img012
Pencil sketches of various small mechanical components including a lever and block.1st Nov 1929Box 180 \ M6  img013
Letter with sketches discussing the design of a 3-phase motor brush spring for a slip ring type motor.1st Nov 1929Box 180 \ M6  img014
Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. J.C. Bentley with a design sketch for a small D.C. electro motor.31th Oct 1929Box 180 \ M6  img015
Letter from F. H. Royce recommending changes to the nuts, bolts, and locking mechanisms used in motorcar production.22th Oct 1929Box 180 \ M6  img016
Letter to F.H. Royce regarding a repaired motor and associated costs with Messrs. Merz & McLellan.10th Jun 1929Box 180 \ M6  img017
And a sketch for a standard geared motor with a reduction gear.29th Mar 1929Box 180 \ M6  img018
Sketch and notes for a standard geared motor design.25th Mar 1929Box 180 \ M6  img019
Sketch of a standard geared motor with handwritten specifications and notes.25th Mar 1929Box 180 \ M6  img020
Letter urging a colleague to adhere to rigorous 'development overload testing' protocols before launching new models into production.8th Feb 1929Box 180 \ M6  img021
Letter discussing design standardisation, tyre improvements for sharp curves, and recent car test results.8th Feb 1929Box 180 \ M6  img022
Letter from F.H. Royce to Mr. Bentley regarding the critical importance of thoroughly testing standard units before production.8th Feb 1929Box 180 \ M6  img023
Letter discussing a report on continuous current motor design, including bearing schemes and oil retention.9th Jun 1928Box 180 \ M6  img024


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