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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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The preparation of the 98-NK car for a 10,000-mile test in France, focusing on new front springs, radiator, and tyres.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan64
Continued technical assessment of a battery's construction, components, and suitability.7th Apr 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan65
Summary notes of interest on a Lithanode 78-Ampere Hour battery, comparing its specifications against requirements.7th Apr 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan66
The examination and comparison of an Accu-Slem battery with an Exide battery.6th Dec 1923West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan67
Summary of seven improvements made to the Exide Battery compared to the previous standard.17th Mar 1921West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan68
Comparison of electric force in concentric sphere and cylindrical gaps using mathematical formulas.6th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan69
Analysis of annular spark gap design, focusing on wire-to-hole diameter ratios to prevent brush discharge.16th Jul 1934West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan70
Page discussing the principles of electric force and potential difference in relation to wire and cylinder conductors.16th Jul 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan71
Page of calculations and explanations regarding the electric potential and force between a central wire and an outer conducting cylinder.16th Jul 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan72
Technical paper on the advantages and physics of the annular spark gap.16th Jul 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan73
Modifications to batteries, specifically regarding the sealing of cells and weight reduction.16th Jul 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan76
Continued list of specifications for various components including contact breakers, magnetos, and switchboxes.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan81
Performance specifications for a magneto's firing capability, timing, and operational silence.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan82
Series of test procedures for a magneto, including endurance, circuit, and utility spark tests.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan83
Performance specification for a six-cylinder magneto with automatic advance for the BR. 40/50 car, version 2.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan84
Magneto performance, standardizing test gaps, and comparing different magneto models.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan85
Table of measurements and observations for different annular gaps, detailing spindle and hole diameters and the resulting coronal discharge.8th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan86
Analysis of electrostatic principles regarding annular gaps to prevent spark-over, including tests on Lucas electrode sets.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan87
Experiments to standardize a leak for testing magneto performance, simulating faulty spark plugs.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan88
Performance and experimental testing of 6-cylinder magnetos and annular spark gaps for the 40/50 Car.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan89
The performance of car 5-G-11, detailing issues with high-speed vibration and steering with balloon tyres.20th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan93
Announcing the specification for a standardised 20 HP chassis lighting and starting battery.24th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan97
Final stages and approval process for production car EAC.11.24th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan98
Modifying an exhaust manifold for the 40/50 HP engine.29th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan100
Improved method for timing the magneto and a proposal for a new gauge to set the contact breaker.25th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan103
The adjustment of the magneto contact breaker for 40/50 HP cars.25th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ 2October1924-December1924  Scan104
Design of the 'V' Series oil sump cover and drain plug.1st Apr 1925West Wittering \ M \ April1925-June1925  Scan3
Secret memo regarding a modification to the 'V' Series accelerator control to address wear issues.4th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ April1925-June1925  Scan4
Drawing Lec. 2040, a proposed method for anchoring the 20HP silencer to reduce longitudinal vibration.3rd Apr 1925West Wittering \ M \ April1925-June1925  Scan5
Bumping tests of an 'India' front axle and the subsequent failure of a pivot.1st Apr 1925West Wittering \ M \ April1925-June1925  Scan6
Standardising the scuttle isolation scheme for 'V' series vehicles.4th Apr 1925West Wittering \ M \ April1925-June1925  Scan11
Secret memo regarding the design and testing of a double ring piston.4th Apr 1925West Wittering \ M \ April1925-June1925  Scan12
Secret memo discussing a complaint about seating position and vision in a 'V' series car, with proposed solutions.1st Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan0
Confirming arrangements for an experimental 'V' Series steering setup.1st Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan1
Design and controls for a 'V' series rear exhaust silencer and cutout, with drawings sent for approval.1st Jul 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan2
Noisy distributing gears for magnetos, removing the objection to bakelite-aluminium wheels for motor cars.10th Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan3
Proposing a new design for a starter unit using a high-speed engine and dynamo.18th Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan4
Secret memorandum discussing a new scheme for 'B' steering and an inverted slow-opening throttle mechanism for Series 'V' controls.1st Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan5
Proposal to adapt a friction drum type adjustment for a magneto coupling.13th Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan6
Review of the 20.HP exhaust pipe on the Goshawk 2 engine, concluding no immediate alteration is needed.8th May 1932West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan8
Secret memo regarding the design of a rear silencer support for 'V' series exhaust fittings.14th Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan9
Modifications to the 'V' series engine controls, including the layshaft, throttle mechanism, and mixture control lever.14th Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan10
Secret memorandum regarding a complaint about 'chatter marks' on a 'V' Series Gearbox shaft.19th Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan11
Proposed modification for a straight moulded ignition wire tube, awaiting approval from Mr. Royce.22th Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan12
Drawing No. LeC.1985 for an exhaust silencer bracket, based on a sketch by Mr. Royce.1st Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan13
Secret memo discussing magneto drive coupling designs, comparing Mr. Royce's preferred taper and cone drives with the original EAC serrated type.28th Jan 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan14
Design modifications for a 4-speed gearbox lever, specifically a detachable lever and a smaller knob.3rd Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan15
Secret memorandum discussing the control of the front axle, the use of radius rods, and different types of shackles for front brakes.2nd Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan16
Secret internal memo regarding the allocation of two car bodies and subframes.2nd May 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan17
Drawing Lec. 1990 for an adjusting magneto coupling with a friction cone.7th Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan18
Using Alpe cord fabric for a flexible coupling and the need for waterproofing.1st Feb 1924West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan19
Modifications to the screw on the scale lever of the automatic advance ignition mechanism.11th Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan20
Tecalemit lubrication gun seen on a Lorraine-Deitritch car at a show, comparing it to a new model.12th Feb 1924West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan21
Cause and potential cure for a 'creeping out of gear' issue in a 4-speed gearbox.3rd Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan23
Cause of shaft creep in a 4-speed gearbox, proposing experiments and theories.1st Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan27
Design options and issues for a 4-speed gearbox, with diagrams of bearing arrangements.2nd Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan29
Design change for a spring-loaded exhaust choke valve.2nd Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan31
Revision of the engine's front bearer tube and associated material requirements.1st Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan32
Secret memo discussing a throttle governor design update involving a pinch bolt and requesting data on throttle valve opening.28th Feb 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan33
Modifications to the 'V' Series underframe chassis change lever shaft.15th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan38
Design and manufacturing options for an engine front bearer tube.1st Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan40
Silchrome valves and the differing practices between aero engines and chassis.11th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan41
Revised scheme to cure the rattle in the dynamo drive, referencing drawing Lec. 2028.1st Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan43
Secret memorandum regarding the particulars of engine front suspension tubes.1st Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan44
Failure of torsion springs on an exhaust silencer cutout and proposing a modification with a tension spring.1st Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan45
Cause of steering differences in the 'V' series, potentially due to weight lifting the chassis.18th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan46
Secret memo discussing design suggestions for pistons, piston rings, and their balance.1st Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan47
Secret memo regarding drawing LeC. 2035, showing an improved strengthened piston with 5 rings.20th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan48
Proposed modifications to a thermometer tube and associated wiring.20th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan49
Secret memorandum concerning the practice of fitting piston stops and associated leakage risks.23th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan50
Secret internal memo regarding sending a piston drawing, Lec. 2036, for India.23th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan51
Use of copper tubes through cylinder castings and issues of thermal expansion.23th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan52
Secret memorandum regarding the 'V' Series Shutter Control and instrument board positioning.23th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan53
Proposed whitemetal lined steering nut for the 'V' series steering worm.25th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan54
Comparing the steering geometry and leverage of the new 'V' series with the older EAC. 3 model.3rd Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan55
Secret memo discussing the design, modification, and testing of a throttle governor control mechanism.1st Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan56
'V' series scuttle isolation, involving a water trough and a semi-flexible attachment.30th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan57
Secret internal memorandum discussing design considerations for pistons, scraper rings, and pins.31th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan58
Design suggestions and potential issues for E.A.C. pistons.3rd Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan59
Design specifications and efficiency improvements for radiator fans.31th Mar 1925West Wittering \ M \ Jan1925-March1925  Scan60
Samples of Necol-Collodions paint and requesting the glossy black version for experiments.2nd Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan0
Potential causes for a weak bracket and worn bushes on a front brake equaliser.1st Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan1
Secret memorandum on a valve cover fixing modification to facilitate easier removal.1st Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan2
Lubrication and a suggested alteration for the 20.HP. side steering tube.3rd Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan3
Criticisms of the springing on a cabriolet, specifically internal friction and overstiffness.3rd Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan4
Secret memo from 'R' to 'EFC' regarding a modification request for the E.A.C. 11 R-R dynamo.6th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan5
Secret memo discussing the slow running performance of the E.A.C. engine and proposing carburetter control modifications.1st Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan6
Modifications and specifications for thin leaf type front springs.10th Jun 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan7
Secret memo detailing the modification and relocation of the ignition coil, including material changes and mounting schemes.7th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan8
Investigating the source of exhaust noise on a 40/50 model before making design changes.18th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan9
Request for a blueprint and a report on the performance of a Goshawk disc crankshaft.10th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan10
Buffer clearance in relation to stiffer springs and their effect on camber and stress.10th Aug 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan11
Bump tests on road springs, cam mounting, and a proposed continuous bending test apparatus.10th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan12
Materials for 40/50 chassis magneto gears, addressing issues of noise and wear.10th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan13
Technical memo comparing leverage fluctuations in different four-wheel brake cam designs.10th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan14
Secret internal memo confirming arrangements for the first three bodies of a new sports model.13th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan15
Adjustments and considerations for a 4-wheel brake system, focusing on the equalising lever.16th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan16
Testing of front springs from different manufacturers, Firths and Woodheads.16th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan17
The breakage of front road springs and a proposal to improve their lifespan by varying the overhang.21th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan18
Recommendation to test if the leather washers on the water pump fixing can be deleted without loss of grease.23th Oct 1924West Wittering \ M \ October1924-December1924  Scan19


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