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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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Recommendation to obtain samples of clutch material from Scandinavia Belt Co. for the Goshawk 11 clutch.1st Jul 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan118
The supply of 6 'Halo' Clutch Rings for the Goshawk II engine.17th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan119
'HALO' jointless clutch rings and a letter from 'Scandinavia' Belting Ltd.17th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan120
Quotation from Scandinavia Belting Limited for 'HALO' jointless wound non-metallic asbestos clutch rings.16th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan121
Performance of graphite-impregnated Ferobestos clutch material.1st Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan122
Increasing clutch spring pressure to prevent slipping and seeking expert opinion on the new pressure on the disc material.23th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan123
The Goshawk 11 flywheel and clutch, discussing the co-efficient of friction for Ferobestos material.24th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan124
Attached copy of a letter received from Messrs. Ferodo Limited.26th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan125
Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding a misunderstanding about clutch plates containing graphite and the delivery of rings for testing.25th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan126
Cover note regarding a letter received from Messrs. Ferodo Limited about Plate Clutch Linings for the Goshawk II.27th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan127
Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding plate clutch linings, discussing potential 'jaggering' issues.27th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan128
Letter from Ferodo Limited concerning the specifications and supply of clutch linings.11th Aug 1930Box 26 \ 4  Scan129
Plate warping in the Goshawk 11 clutch and potential solutions.1st Sep 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan130
Six schemes for wheel and clutch improvements, including curved spokes and corrugated plates.9th Sep 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan131
The material for Goshawk II rear brake drums, specifically addressing the issue of low carbon content in mild steel.16th Sep 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan132
Dissatisfaction with the Goshawk 11 clutch fabric and a request for alternative materials from Ferodo.10th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan133
Complaints of ineffective foot brakes due to issues with Ferodo liners.10th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan134
Fabrics for the Goshawk II clutch, forwarding a reply from Ferodo Ltd.6th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan135
Letter from Ferodo Limited discussing alternative materials and a trial for Goshawk 11 clutch discs.5th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan136
Continuation sheet of a letter from Ferodo Limited regarding the fitting and performance of Ferobestos linings.11th Aug 1935Box 26 \ 4  Scan137
Shuddering issues with the Goshawk 11 clutch and proposed modifications to the linings.7th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan138
Letter from Ferodo Ltd., a missing graph, and incorrectly labelled brake linings for a 40/50 HP Chassis.13th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan139
Experimental suggestions for issues with rear hub and brake performance.14th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan140
Performance of brake drums and liners, referencing material composition and wear conditions.14th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan141
Continued communication regarding experimental work and requesting suggestions from Messrs. Ferodo Ltd.14th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan142
Communication forwarding a reply from Ferodo Ltd. regarding brake liners for the 40/50 HP chassis.28th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan143
Letter from Ferodo Limited concerning the performance of 40/50 HP chassis brake liners.26th Oct 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan144
Letter from Ferodo Limited discussing brake lining performance, friction, and potential mechanical issues.19th Aug 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan145
Proposal to supply Ferodo Ltd. with a complete rear hub and brake assembly for testing brake liners on a 40/50 chassis.1st Nov 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan146
Quoting a follow-up letter from 'Scandinavia' Belting Ltd. regarding the testing of 'Halo' brake materials.3rd Nov 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan147
Letter from Cresswell's Limited discussing the co-efficient of friction for their 'Chekko' asbestos brake linings.1st Dec 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan148
Letter from Cresswells' Limited detailing the capabilities of their testing machine for brake and clutch linings.2nd Sep 1924Box 26 \ 4  Scan149
Confirming receipt of brake liners and clutch discs in Chekko Semi Metallic Material from Cresswells' Limited.7th Dec 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan150
The co-efficient of friction for 'Baraut' and 'Chekko' brake linings.13th Dec 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan151
Letter from Small & Parkes Ltd. detailing co-efficient of friction test results for No.1 Asbestos Metallic 'Baraut' brake lining.10th Dec 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan152
The second page of a letter received from Small & Parkes Ltd.6th Dec 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan153
Communication regarding brake and clutch linings received from Messrs. Cresswell Ltd. of Bradford.6th Dec 1921Box 26 \ 4  Scan154
Letter from Scandinavia Belting Co. Ltd. regarding the return of a clutch cone and an inquiry about previously submitted clutch rings.7th Feb 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan155
Comparative costs and testing strategy for different brake liners for the Goshawk model.14th Feb 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan156
Unsuitability of a damping material for a brake drum flange and proposing consultation with Ferodo for an alternative asbestos-based fabric.28th Jul 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan157
Confirming an order with Ferodo Ltd. for 100 sets of Brake and Clutch Liners made from die-pressed Ferodo Bonded Asbestos.9th Aug 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan158
Request for a report on 'Halo' jointless clutch ring samples from Scandinavia Belting Ltd.28th Jul 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan159
Copy of a letter from supplier 'Scandinavia' Belting Ltd. regarding friction fabrics and other automotive components.26th Jul 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan160
Black pigment finish on brake liners supplied by Ferodo Ltd for the 40/50 HP Chassis and Goshawk 11.19th Oct 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan161
Rear brakes for the 40/50 HP Chassis, enclosing a letter and two brake linings from Ferodo Ltd.9th Oct 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan162
Black pigment coating on brake liners for the 40/50 HP Chassis and Goshawk 11.19th Oct 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan163
Instructions from Ferodo Ltd. to omit black dressing from specific brake liners for the 40/50 HP and 'Goshawk' chassis.24th Oct 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan164
Instructions from Ferodo Ltd. to omit black dressing on brake liners for the 40/50 HP & 'Goshawk II D' chassis.24th Oct 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan165
Letter from Ferodo Limited concerning a remedy for a noisy and jerky clutch.13th Dec 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan166
Letter from Ferodo Limited to R. Harvey Bailey regarding brake and spring interleaving materials.13th Dec 1922Box 26 \ 4  Scan167
Slipping effects and load on keys for a Goshawk 11 plate clutch, in response to a letter from Ferodo.15th Jan 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan168
Letter from Ferodo Limited concerning clutch and brake linings for the Goshawk clutch.11th Jan 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan169
Material selection (Raybestos vs. Ferodo) and design modifications for the Goshawk and Seagull single plate clutch.10th Jan 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan170
Material for fixing rear brake shoes from Raybestos-Belaco Limited.9th Feb 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan171
Comparative test report on Raybestos and Ferodo clutch fabrics for a 20 HP clutch.16th Feb 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan172
The loss of friction in brake and clutch materials and collaboration with Ferodo Ltd. to resolve the issue.30th Jan 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan173
Letter from Ferodo Ltd. detailing the test results for a 20 HP plate clutch lining.30th Jan 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan174
Test results for Ferodo Bonden Asbestos plate clutch linings.16th Feb 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan175
Instruction sheet with test results comparing Raybestos and Ferodo clutch fabrics.16th Feb 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan176
Report comparing the performance of Raybestos and Ferodo clutch materials.13th Mar 1918Box 26 \ 4  Scan177
Requesting data on the wear rate and destructive testing of three different types of Goshawk 11 clutch fabrics.28th Feb 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan178
Wear rate and coefficient of friction for Goshawk clutch material and related investigations with the supplier, Ferodo.1st Mar 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan179
Testing of a new 40/50 type clutch cone fabric from Ferodo Limited, which is claimed to eliminate squeaking.3rd May 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan180
Letter from Ferodo Limited discussing the development and properties of a new oil-retaining asbestos clutch lining.2nd May 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan181
Letter from Ferodo Limited's Managing Director regarding a foolproof clutch lining.1st Jun 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan182
Special asbestos and wire clutch material supplied by Ferodo Limited for the 40/50 chassis.1st Jun 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan183
Letter to Ferodo Limited seeking assistance with the problem of squeaking brakes.24th Oct 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan184
Letter from Ferodo Limited discussing the causes of and potential solutions for squeaky brakes.29th Oct 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan185
Letter from Ferodo Limited detailing findings on brake noise, friction materials, and testing procedures.29th Oct 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan186
Letter to Messrs. Ferodo Ltd. to arrange a meeting about interleaving for road springs and squeaking brakes.5th Nov 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan187
Telegram detailing a solution for a brake 'jaggering' issue by modifying the Ferodo brake lining.16th Nov 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan188
Bentley Motors' adoption of 'HALO' brake lining material, with an appended extract from 'The Autocar' magazine.1st Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan189
The analysis and testing of a 20 HP footbrake using a Froude water brake.4th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan190
The test of Ferodo brake linings with varying positions on brake shoes.4th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan191
Sketches illustrating the position of Ferodo brake lining on different brake shoe designs.4th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan192
Summary of tests showing three different configurations for the position of Ferodo brake linings on brake shoes.7th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan193
The reverse side of a document showing a date stamp from Derby.7th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan194
Tests conducted on 'Halo' brake linings, with the segment in the centre of the shoe only.1st Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan195
Graph comparing the performance of Ferodo and Halo brake linings, showing the effects of temperature under a 20lbs load.7th Jul 1914Box 26 \ 4  Scan196
Stamped, otherwise blank, document page.7th Jul 1914Box 26 \ 4  Scan197
Test of Ferodo lined wrapping brake shoes.8th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan198
Comparative test report on various brake shoe designs and their performance.1st Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan199
Brake shoe endurance test, detailing its performance, rolling action, and wear.1st Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan200
Telegram confirmation with instructions to modify a vehicle's servo brake and front springs.11th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan201
Requesting experiments on four-wheel brakes to test variations due to surface conditions and compare Halo and Ferodo materials.11th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan202
Tests on 'HALO' brake material and comparing its performance against Ferodo.12th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan203
Road test report comparing the efficiency of 'Halo' and 'Ferodo' brake linings when cold and hot.18th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan204
Secret memo discussing an unexpectedly high multiplication factor in a servo mechanism, questioning the co-efficient of friction.13th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan205
Fault with 'HALO' brake lining, which becomes dangerously ineffective when hot.19th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan206
Defect in Halo Brake Material where it loses its co-efficient with temperature.28th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan207
Cover note forwarding a letter from Scandinavia Belting Limited regarding 'Halo' Brake Lining.28th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan208
Letter from Scandinavia Belting Ltd. regarding the performance of 'Halo' brake lining material when hot.27th Dec 1923Box 26 \ 4  Scan209
Communication with the Scandinavia Belting Company regarding 'Halo' Brake Linings and their efficiency.1st Jan 1924Box 26 \ 4  Scan210
Letter from Scandinavia Belting Ltd. regarding the performance and testing of brake lining materials.31th Dec 1924Box 26 \ 4  Scan211
Letter to Ferodo Ltd. regarding the testing of different brake materials and their characteristics.1st Jan 1924Box 26 \ 4  Scan212
The second page of a typed letter, concluding with a request.1st Jan 1924Box 26 \ 4  Scan213
Friction material for slipper flywheels, recommending a new material due to issues with swollen fibre washers.1st Jan 1924Box 26 \ 4  Scan214
Letter from Ferodo Limited discussing the characteristics and patent of their asbestos friction linings.5th Jan 1924Box 26 \ 4  Scan215
Letter from Ferodo Limited discussing the coefficient of friction of their bonded asbestos materials and arranging a demonstration.5th Jan 1924Box 26 \ 4  Scan216
Graph comparing the coefficient of friction of Ferodo Fibre and Ferodo Bonded Asbestos at various slipping speeds.7th Jan 1924Box 26 \ 4  Scan217


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