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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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Page two of a letter discussing car performance in India, covering steering, suspension, and petrol gauge issues.22th Jul 1932Box 52 \ 1  Scan170
Test report memo on the 174-MY Hooper's Demonstration Car, Standard Long Chassis, noting disappointments with its specification.5th May 1933Box 52 \ 1  Scan171
Fitting an improvement to a demonstration car while it is with the coachbuilders.6th May 1933Box 52 \ 1  Scan172
Springing and shock dampers for a Hooper's demonstration car with a standard long chassis.6th May 1933Box 52 \ 1  Scan173
Typewritten document fragment discussing the classification of an item.8th May 1933Box 52 \ 1  Scan174
Clarifying the standard specifications for Hooper's Demonstration Car, 174-MY, on a standard long chassis.8th May 1933Box 52 \ 1  Scan175
Replying to various questions regarding the demonstration chassis GDX-10 for Messrs. R.P. Collyer Limited.12th Jun 1933Box 52 \ 1  Scan176
The formulae and variables for spiral springs.29th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan177
Page of calculations and formulas concerning spring stresses and design for minimum stress.29th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan178
Page of mathematical equations and derivations from a larger document.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan179
Technical data sheet defining the variables and formulas for spiral springs.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan180
Page of formulas for calculating comparative stresses, deflection, and rate in springs.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan181
Technical page with calculations for spring stress, rate, and coil diameter under a given load.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan182
Calculations and specifications for a low rate spring.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan183
Page of calculations for various engineering variables, including stress.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan184
Specifications and calculations for a long low rate unenamelled spring.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan185
Page of engineering calculations for determining material stress.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan186
Calculation sheet for a long low rate spring, designated Z.31th Jan 1929Box 52 \ 1  Scan187
Proposed sandblasted finish on road springs to improve paint adhesion, awaiting coachbuilder feedback.24th Sep 1920Box 52 \ 2  Scan001
Follow-up letter regarding a sample of sand-blasted steel for road springs and a request for a report on its paintability.5th Nov 1920Box 52 \ 2  Scan002
Micro-examination report on samples of Firth's Air Hardening Gear Steel.4th Oct 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan003
The continued chemical analysis and conclusions regarding the properties and heat treatment of a steel specimen.24th Oct 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan004
Tensile tests on two sample bars of Firth's Air Hardening Gear Steel from Cast No. T5122 and Cast No. T5647.24th Oct 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan005
Results of metallurgical tests on various test bars.19th Feb 1920Box 52 \ 2  Scan006
Communications with a supplier regarding the manufacture and testing of Goshawk 11 laminated road springs.4th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan007
Contract with Firths for the supply of laminated road springs and decisions required for testing.4th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan008
Testing timeline and necessity of Firths springs for the Goshawk 11.5th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan009
Progress report on the manufacture of trial laminated road springs for the 'Goshawk 11'.8th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan010
Hardening trials and delivery timelines for six trial sets of Chrome Vanadium Steel springs from a supplier named Firths.8th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan011
Delay in testing hardening dies for Goshawk 11 laminated road springs due to a draughtsman's error.15th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan012
Expressing disappointment over a four-week delay for laminated road springs from supplier Firths.15th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan013
Correspondence with Thos. Firth & Sons about supplying main plates for Goshawk 11 laminated road springs.18th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan014
Letter from a supplier regarding the manufacture and delivery of 'Goshawk 11' Laminated Road Springs.17th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan015
Letter from Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd. regarding a delay in supplying springs and progress on hardening dies.17th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan016
Sourcing of 'top leaves' from Firths and a proposal for in-house manufacturing of 'top plates' for experimentation.18th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan017
Alterations to 'Goshawk 11' laminated road springs and the subsequent supplier delays.19th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan018
Reply from a supplier regarding laminated road springs for the Goshawk 11 project.22th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan019
Confirming an order for Chrome Vanadium Spring Steel for Goshawk 11 Laminated Road Springs.24th Nov 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan020
Letter from supplier Thos. Firth & Sons regarding production delays for 'Goshawk 11' laminated road springs.20th Dec 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan021
Notification from Thos. Firth & Sons, Limited regarding their works closure for Christmas.10th Dec 1920Box 52 \ 2  Scan022
Letter from a supplier regarding the first delivery of Goshawk II laminated road springs made from Chrome Vanadium Steel.29th Dec 1921Box 52 \ 2  Scan023
Quoting a letter from a supplier regarding the delivery of Goshawk II Laminated Road Springs.2nd Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan024
Manufacturing progress and delays of an order for Goshawk 11 laminated road springs.11th Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan025
The disappointing bump test results for Firths springs on the Goshawk 11.17th Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan026
Visit to Firths regarding the production and testing of 'Goshawk 11' laminated road springs.21th Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan027
The supply and specifications of springs from supplier Firths, detailing materials and plate thicknesses.21th Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan028
Scheme for ordering springs from the supplier, Firths.21th Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan029
Outlining the extensive requirements and frustrations regarding the testing of Firths springs for the Goshawk 11.3rd Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan030
Letter discussing the ordering and testing requirements for 'Goshawk 11' laminated road springs with supplier Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd.25th Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan031
Typed memo indicating a follow-up action upon receiving a reply.25th Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan032
Correspondence with Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd. concerning the design and testing of Goshawk II laminated road springs.27th Jan 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan033
Reports on 'Goshawk 11' Laminated Road Springs and arranging a meeting with Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd.14th Feb 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan034
105-hour bumping test of the Goshawk 11 chassis, detailing spring failures and future test plans.14th Feb 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan035
The production of a sample set of 'Goshawk II' laminated road springs for testing.23th Feb 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan036
Letter from Thomas Firth & Sons confirming agreements on the design and manufacture of laminated springs for a Goshawk ll.22th Feb 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan037
Letter regarding material considered as scrap and proceeding with the design of new springs.22th Feb 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan038
Disagreement with supplier Firths and Sons over the quality of manufactured road springs.2nd Feb 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan039
The delivery and specifications of laminated road springs for the Goshawk 11 project.27th Feb 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan040
Delivery delay and material specifications for Goshawk 11 laminated road springs.7th Mar 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan041
Delay and material specification issue with an order for 'Goshawk ll' laminated road springs from Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd.24th Mar 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan042
Delay in delivering Goshawk 11 laminated road springs due to labour issues at the supplier, Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd.3rd Apr 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan043
Letter forwarding a copy of correspondence from Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd. about the delivery and testing of 'Goshawk 11' laminated road springs.11th Apr 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan044
Letter concerning the load test results for 'Goshawk 11' laminated road springs.12th Apr 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan045
Table of loading tests for front and rear springs.9th Aug 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan046
Confirming an agreement following a conversation and forwarding an attached note addressed to CJ.9th Aug 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan047
Letter detailing delays and testing issues regarding Firth's Axle Springs.9th Aug 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan048
Supply chain difficulties with spring suppliers Firths and Woodheads.9th Aug 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan049
Confirming a conversation about an early report on 'Goshawk' Front Axle Springs.9th Aug 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan050
The testing and delivery status of Goshawk 11 laminated road springs from Firth's.8th Aug 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan051
Arranging a visit from Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd. to discuss laminated road spring manufacturing and collection by a 'Goshawk 11' experimental car.4th Sep 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan052
Laminated road springs from supplier Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd., discussing proposals for new top plates and instructions for centre bolts.7th Sep 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan053
Letter from a steel supplier regarding the testing of different types of steel for springs.6th Sep 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan054
Bumping tests conducted on various car springs, discussing material composition and design modifications.6th Sep 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan055
Continuation of a report detailing specifications for car springs, including materials and specific design points.8th Sep 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan056
Letter from Thos. Firth & Sons Limited concerning the dispatch of experimental springs and the repair of broken top leaves.8th Sep 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan057
Letter from a supplier regarding the testing and supply of laminated road springs.28th Sep 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan058
Forwarding a letter from Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd. regarding road springs for comment.29th Sep 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan059
Difficulty in pre-fixing the poundages for 'Goshawk 11' laminated road springs.18th Oct 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan060
Request for a weekly list of 'Goshawk 11' orders to assist in estimating laminated road spring requirements.5th Oct 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan061
Production estimates for the Goshawk 11 model, specifically the ratio of special to standard bodies and the resulting requirements for springs.13th Oct 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan062
Implications of 'Goshawk 11' sales on the required range of spring poundages.16th Oct 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan063
Requesting a report on Firth Axle Springs for the 'Goshawk' project and considering a further order with Woodhead.23th Oct 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan064
Cover letter regarding a circular from Ferodo Ltd. about fabric interleaving for laminated road springs.24th Oct 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan065
Letter from Ferodo Limited announcing a new fabric interleaving for motor car and lorry springs.20th Oct 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan066
Testing Axle Springs from Messrs. Firth and ordering supplies from Woodhead for the 'Goshawk' project.7th Nov 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan067
Urgent reminder to proceed with the purchase of 100 sets of 'Goshawk' Axle Springs from Messrs. Firth.17th Nov 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan068
Internal memorandum discussing the material selection for Firths springs, comparing Chrome Vanadium and Silico Chrome.20th Nov 1922Box 52 \ 2  Scan069
Letter detailing the required poundages for two sets of Firth's 40/50 HP springs intended for experimental cars.16th Jan 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan070
Letter from supplier Thos. Firth & Sons discussing issues and solutions for laminated road springs for a 40/50 HP Chassis.13th Jan 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan071
Copy of a letter from Thos. Firth & Sons Limited thanking the recipient for assistance with springs and hoping for future bulk production.13th Jan 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan072
Instruction to return front and rear springs to supplier Thos. Firth & Sons Ltd for correction.18th Jan 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan073
Testing and rebuilding of Firth's 40/50 HP springs.9th Feb 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan074
Test data for a Firths rear road spring, showing weights applied and released.16th Mar 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan075
The receipt and specifications of two sets of Firth's 40/50 HP chassis road springs.26th Mar 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan076
Questioning the proposed change of road spring supplier from Woodheads to Firths for the 40/50 and 20 hp models.12th Apr 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan077
Standardisation sheet concerning the supply of Firths road springs for the 20HP chassis.4th Apr 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan078
Reasoning behind an agreement with Messrs. Firths to reduce dependency on Woodheads for springs.1st Apr 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan079
The incomplete standardisation sheet for Firths springs on the 20HP chassis, requiring signatures before use.11th Apr 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan080
Process of obtaining signatures for the 20HP Firths Road Springs standardisation sheet.18th Apr 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan081
Standardisation sheet for 20HP Firth's Road Springs.16th Apr 1923Box 52 \ 2  Scan082


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