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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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Introduction of a new type at Olympia and the chassis delivery schedule.16th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page077
Diagnosing and resolving engine vibration in a limousine, distinguishing it from axle vibration.16th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page078
Benefits of a new balance weight arrangement for reducing engine friction and stress.28th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page079
Departmental memo confirming the availability of Limousine No: 2095 for extended testing and demonstration.28th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page080
To Mr. Hives forwarding a letter from Sales concerning the testing and demonstration of Limousine No. 2095.4th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page081
Vibration issues and tests conducted on Mr. Worthy's car no. 2025.8th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page082
Results of numbered engine vibration and performance tests under various conditions.27th May 1928Box 3 \ 1  01-page083
Test report on chassis vibration issues, comparing results from different cars and test setups.27th May 1928Box 3 \ 1  01-page084
Troubleshooting an engine vibration issue by testing engine belts and front suspension components.Box 3 \ 1  01-page085
Investigating mass vibration on a car at 20 miles per hour and requesting an experimental report.26th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page086
To Mr Hives concerning a report on vibrations and booming, enclosing a memo from Mr Royce.3rd Mar 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page087
Analysis of torsional engine vibrations in the chassis frame at low and medium RPMs.16th Jul 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page088
Potential causes for excessive vibration in car 2301.16th Jul 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page089
From F.H.R. to Mr Wor. discussing issues with a light piston and proposing modifications for investigation.19th Aug 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page090
The performance, vibration and ignition of car 2201 following a weekend trial.19th Aug 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page091
Analysis of engine vibration issues, referencing compression, carbon deposits, and piston ring efficiency.19th Aug 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page092
Engine vibrations, causes, and tests with different pistons.19th Aug 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page093
Engine vibration, power output, and fuel mixture adjustments following tests and a demonstration to Mr. Royce.20th Aug 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page094
Cover note for a report sent to Mr. Johnson, with a copy attached as requested by Mr. Mercer.20th Aug 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page095
Investigation into the cause and characteristics of a 'booming' sound in certain car models.14th Nov 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page096
The causes of and solutions for roof 'booming' and vibrations.14th Nov 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page097
Suggestion for applying 'method B' to existing cars by adding a third windscreen hinge.19th Nov 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page098
Experimental run on car 2300 to test a cure for body booms.19th Nov 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page099
Instruction sheet detailing tests to reduce 'booming' in car roofs by stiffening them with steel fish-plates.26th Jul 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page100
Road tests investigating a 'booming' sound in existing cars by stiffening the roof.25th Nov 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page101
Departmental memo discussing the cause and remedy for a 'booming' sound in cars.26th Nov 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page102
'body booming' issue on experimental car 2300, attaching a related report and seeking approval to test a solution.27th Nov 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page103
The issue of 'body booming' in car 230D and the application of proposed solutions.1st Dec 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page104
Response to a suggestion about body booming on car 2300, explaining why it's not possible due to construction differences.1st Dec 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page105
Cause of body booming in experimental car X971, suggesting leather panels are to blame.12th Dec 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page106
Instructions regarding the desired color and aging of leather for a car interior.3rd Dec 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page107
'booming' sound from the car body, caused by the tension of leather panels.4th Dec 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page108
'booming' noise on experimental car 2300 and the inapplicability of a suggested cure due to the car's body construction.8th Dec 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page109
'booming' noise from car panels and the objection to a proposed alteration.17th Feb 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page110
From 'R.' to 'J.' regarding a suggestion to test Mr. Spinney's ideas on 'booming bodies'.17th Feb 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page111
Departmental memo querying whether a suggestion from 'Spinney' is good or bad.6th Nov 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page112
Requesting an investigation into 'booming' noises on the chassis, specifically related to the undershield.11th Nov 1919Box 3 \ 1  01-page113
Engine booming and rattling noises caused by radiator plates.21th Nov 1919Box 3 \ 1  01-page114
20 HP car with underframe body suspension, comparing its performance in reducing chassis vibration.14th Jul 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page115
Vibrations and body booming issues in 40/50 and 20-HP chassis.2nd Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page116
Analysis of the various causes of vibrations and noises, particularly in relation to different chassis and 'boomy' body types.2nd Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page117
Vibrations and booming noises from the exhaust, particularly when fitting 'boomy type bodies'.3rd Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page118
Ongoing issue of exhaust pipe vibration on the 20-HP Chassis.3rd Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page119
Testing a special sub-frame on a 20-HP car to address vibration and body booming.7th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page120
Resolving vibrations and body booming on 40/50 HP and 20 HP models, in discussion with coachbuilder Barkers.16th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page121
Vibrations and body booming issues in 40/50 HP and 20 HP cars, and the work being done by the Experimental Dept.7th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page122
Letter to a Mr. Nutt regarding an investigation into a 'booming' or noisy car, discussing the roles of the chassis and body.7th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page123
Letter discussing noise and resonance issues in closed car bodies and proposing a meeting of experts to resolve the matter.16th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page124
Letter from Barker & Co Coachbuilders to Basil Johnson regarding chassis vibration and testing.16th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page125
Letter discussing the benefits of the Patent Coupé de Ville Leather Extension for reducing chassis vibration in enclosed car bodies.17th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page126
Letter discussing the difficulty of locating the source of 'booming' noises in vehicles and the desire for a diagnostic instrument.17th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page127
Letter discussing methods for reducing chassis and body noise, particularly through the use of leather roofs and extensions.18th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page128
The value of a sub-frame for reducing body noise on a 20 HP car.18th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page129
Referral note for further information.18th Oct 1924Box 3 \ 1  01-page130
Blank page or divider with the number 182 written at the top.6th Mar 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page131
To the technical committee regarding the design and application of helical gears.6th Mar 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page132
Request for a set of helical gears with a 2-0 obliquity tool form to resolve interference issues.7th Mar 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page133
Instruction requesting the production of 20° obliquity helical timing gears, noting a required tooling change.10th Feb 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page134
Instruction that experimental cars should not be sold with experimental helical gears, which must be replaced with stock parts.10th Mar 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page135
Directive to prevent the sale of cars fitted with experimental helical engine gears.11th Mar 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page136
Performance of a 20-degree angle axle and suggesting further testing.7th Aug 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page137
Quoting Mr Royce on helical engine gears with 20° obliquity, and asking Mr Elliott whether a test should be abandoned.27th Sep 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page138
Numbered page, possibly a divider or blank sheet.24th Jul 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page139
Status update on experiments concerning a radiator, a central braking device, and a worm axle.24th Jul 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page140
Experiment No.183, a hand adjustment for the top shoe of the footbrake.31th Jul 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page141
The central brake's locking device and adjustment for brake straps.6th Aug 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page142
Mostly blank page with the page number 184.14th Oct 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page143
Internal instruction memo about standardising the use of varnish-filled coils instead of paraffin wax ones.14th Oct 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page144
Note instructing a change in the filling material for induction coils from paraffin wax to varnish.21th Dec 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page145
Instruction sheet for special work on a test van, including fitting a special magneto, carburettor, and coil.21th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page146
Requesting a report on a special varnished coil and condenser provided to the Experimental Shop.8th Mar 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page147
Blank page with the number 169 at the top.9th Jun 1920Box 3 \ 1  01-page148
Design and placement of a trembler and coil unit.9th Jun 1920Box 3 \ 1  01-page149
Departmental memo concerning the removal of a coil from the dashboard of car 1649 for potential standardisation.2nd Oct 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page150
Explaining why a test on an Auto Trembler & separate Coil was stopped by Mr Royce.28th Aug 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page151
Improving the design of a trembler by addressing issues with a sticking hinge pin.22th Apr 1915Box 3 \ 1  01-page152
Report from Mr. Ellis on the performance of a Carpentier trembler action coil compared to standard coils.29th Apr 1915Box 3 \ 1  01-page153
Work instructions concerning a loud engine knock and subsequent testing.27th Jan 1919Box 3 \ 1  01-page154
The status of an Auto Trembler separate action coil.2nd Jun 1915Box 3 \ 1  01-page155
Design and issues with a trembler induction coil, including damage sustained during transit.18th Jun 1915Box 3 \ 1  01-page156
Sending a Trembler and Coil, clarifying a model type, and advising on the earth connection.22th Jun 1915Box 3 \ 1  01-page157
Blank page with a handwritten number 188.30th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page158
Short memo regarding feedback on the performance of compressed Ferodo from a motor lorry maker.30th Jan 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page159
Experiment with Ferodo tips and cast iron brakes.12th Feb 1928Box 3 \ 1  01-page160
Tests of a 22° radiator and two different footbrake designs.12th Mar 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page161
From F.H.R. responding to a weekly report with directives on axle tests, radiators, liners, and brakes.12th Mar 1913Box 3 \ 1  01-page162
Telegram from Royce with instructions on radiators, suspension, brakes, and material tests.14th Jul 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page163
The performance of foot-brakes fitted with cast iron shoes and Ferodo Tips.5th Aug 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page164
Extract from a memo by Mr Royce regarding a change in the design of brake liners with Ferodo tips.11th Aug 1914Box 3 \ 1  01-page165
Blank page with the number 189 stamped in the top right corner.8th Nov 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page166
Departmental memo discussing experiments and improvements for shock absorbers and springs.8th Nov 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page167
Suggesting a redesign of a joint to increase its strength and wearing surfaces.1st Jan 1927Box 3 \ 1  01-page168
Committee meeting report on testing and standardizing shock absorber pressure settings.19th Dec 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page169
Meeting minutes discussing increasing the spring load on standard shock absorbers.19th Dec 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page170
The design and resistance of shock absorber springs.20th Dec 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page171
Meeting minute discussing spring load on standard shock absorbers.20th Dec 1911Box 3 \ 1  01-page172
Departmental memo discussing springing for road springs and the incompatibility of oiling them when using shock absorbers.19th Oct 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page173
Value and effect of shock absorbers on undulating roads.28th Nov 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page174
The effectiveness of shock absorbers compared to the damping effect of spring leaves on poor road conditions.28th Nov 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page175
Typed document page discussing the advantage of well-lubricated spring leaves on undulating roads.25th Nov 1912Box 3 \ 1  01-page176


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