Rolls-Royce Archives
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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Inquiry regarding modifications to the car suspension for the Prince of Wales to reduce swaying.30th May 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan113
Correspondence authorizing the fitting of stronger springs and special friction shock absorbers to the Prince of Wales' car.30th May 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan114
Modifications to the suspension of the Prince of Wales' car.30th May 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan115
Spring specifications for a car and assigning a non-standard job to the Experimental or Repair department.30th May 1930Box 52 \ 4  Scan116
Inquiry about the supply of Miller cord tyres for experimental testing.2nd Mar 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan001
Quotation from Industrial Rubber Products Ltd. for a trial set of Miller Cord Tyres and Tubes.11th Mar 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan002
Letter from Industrial Rubber Products Ltd. detailing an increased mileage guarantee for tyres.11th Mar 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan003
Guarantee certificate for a 'Miller Cover', outlining the terms for repair or replacement.17th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan004
Query about tire sizes from Industrial Rubber Products Limited.17th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan005
Tire suppliers, tire sizes, and the associated commercial considerations.17th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan006
Letter from Industrial Rubber Products discussing Miller tire sizes and options for a customer's vehicle.16th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan007
Letter from Industrial Rubber Products Ltd. regarding tire sizes and an enclosed booklet.16th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan008
Memo requesting a matter be classified into 'Works' or 'Experimental' channels.13th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan009
Correspondence with Mr. Cooper of Industrial Rubber Products Limited regarding tire discounts and company history.13th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan010
Correspondence and business dealings with Industrial Rubber Products Limited concerning tires and discounts.13th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan011
Letter from Industrial Rubber Products discussing straight-sided cord tyres versus beaded edge tyres, and proposing a test for Miller Cord Tyres.7th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan012
Letter comparing tyre mileage guarantees and costs per mile from different manufacturers.10th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan013
Letter from Industrial Rubber Products, Limited, concerning the pricing and specifications of Miller cord tyres.10th Feb 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan014
Letter detailing the features of a tyre and discussing potential manufacturing.30th May 1930Box 53 \ 1  Scan015
Potential market for high-powered motor-boat engines, following a meeting with a Capt. Nicholson from Saunders'.30th May 1930Box 53 \ 1  Scan016
Cover note for a specification of 'Fiat' engines handed over by Captain Nicholson.30th May 1930Box 53 \ 1  Scan017
Chronological history of communications with Saunders regarding the suitability of Condor engines for high-speed patrol boats.2nd Jun 1930Box 53 \ 1  Scan018
Follow-up letter to Saunders-Roe regarding a lack of reply to a previous correspondence.15th May 1930Box 53 \ 1  Scan019
Letter to Saunders-Roe Ltd. regarding considerations for using the Condor engine in Coastal Motor Boats.15th May 1930Box 53 \ 1  Scan020
Page 2 of a letter to Messrs. Saunders-Roe, Ltd. regarding the Condor Series 111B engine.15th May 1930Box 53 \ 1  Scan021
Potential competition for engines for Coastal Motor Boats.23th Sep 1930Box 53 \ 1  Scan022
Business opportunity of supplying engines for Coastal Motor Boats (C.M.B.'s) to the Admiralty and foreign governments.23th Sep 1930Box 53 \ 1  Scan023
Arranging for a demonstration of an Oscilloscope by Mr. Davey of Messrs. Herbert Kennedy & Co.11th Aug 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan024
Forthcoming demonstration of an Oscilloscope.14th Aug 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan025
Demonstration of the Elverson Oscilloscope on a Goshawk engine.16th Aug 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan026
Recommendation to purchase an apparatus for observing machinery, detailing its features and price.16th Aug 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan027
Providing the address for The Oscilloscope Syndicate Ltd., in relation to the Elverson Oscilloscope.16th Aug 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan028
Revised offer for an Elverson Oscilloscope, enclosing a related letter.23th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan029
Letter from Herbert Kennedy & Co. offering discounted prices and instalment payments for Oscilloscope sets.16th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan030
Limited-time 5% discount offer for the purchase of an Elverson Oscilloscope.24th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan031
Confirmation of a wire agreeing to the purchase of an Elverson Oscilloscope.26th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan032
Confirming the agreement to purchase an Elverson Oscilloscope via telegram.26th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan033
Announcing the receipt and availability of an Elverson oscilloscope for aero engine use.20th Nov 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan034
From EFC to Mr. Tonge enclosing a report on the use of an oscilloscope.10th Jul 1923Box 53 \ 1  Scan035
The modification of an oscilloscope to make it a self-contained, portable unit.10th Jul 1923Box 53 \ 1  Scan036
Cover note discussing a previous agreement about an apparatus, enclosing an original letter from The New Oscilloscope Company Limited.21th Apr 1926Box 53 \ 1  Scan037
Letter from The New Oscilloscope Company Ltd. regarding a new Vibrating Wire Stroboscope.20th Apr 1926Box 53 \ 1  Scan038
Confirming the availability of stroboscopic apparatus in response to a query about an oscilloscope.23th Apr 1926Box 53 \ 1  Scan039
Article from 'Automotive Industries' on using a Stroborama to observe torsional crankshaft vibration.5th Mar 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan040
Article from Automotive Industries describing the operation of a new diaphragm pump for an AC fuel supply system.5th Mar 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan041
Journal page detailing a Stroborama circuit and the features of a new LaSalle V-Eight engine.5th Mar 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan042
Article on solving automotive manufacturing problems through metallurgy.5th Mar 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan043
Letter from The New Oscilloscope Company Limited enclosing their new catalogue.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan044
Booklet for The Elverson Oscilloscope, also known as The Mechanical Time-Microscope.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan045
Advertising leaflet for The Elverson Oscilloscope from The New Oscilloscope Company, Limited.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan046
Explaining the function and application of the Elverson Oscilloscope for machinery analysis.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan047
Extract from a booklet featuring testimonials and applications for an oscilloscope, including a photograph of a 'Type B' Gearbox.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan048
Testimonials and applications for an oscilloscope, including a list of users.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan049
Promotional document listing users and applications for an oscilloscope, including testimonials and industry-specific uses.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan050
Brochure for 'The Elverson Oscilloscope' demonstrating its stroboscopic effect on a sewing machine.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan051
List of US users and applications for an oscilloscope, with user testimonials.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan052
List of users and instructions for the Type 'A' Oscilloscope.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan053
Description of Type 'A' and 'B' oscilloscopes with a cross-section of a Type 'A' gearbox and a testimonial from Benz & Cie.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan054
Illustrated catalog page for 'The Elverson' Oscilloscope, types A and B.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan055
Questions and answers guide on using an oscilloscope for machinery analysis, including prices and a list of users.3rd Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan056
List of international oscilloscope users and an accompanying feedback postcard.26th Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan057
Letter from Vlies & Benson regarding a new stroboscopic apparatus called 'Stroborama' for examining motor engines.26th Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan058
Product brochure for the STROBORAMA, Type A stroboscope, detailing its features and applications.26th Sep 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan059
Promotional document showcasing applications of the Strobodrama, Type A, used to study a locomotive valve gear and a Pelton wheel.10th Feb 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan060
Letter from A.J. Ashdown, Ltd. regarding a special offer on the Ashdown Rotoscope.10th Feb 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan061
Letter from consulting engineer Frank L. Sessions regarding the use and potential purchase of an Ashdown Rotoscope.9th May 1927Box 53 \ 1  Scan062
Brochure for the Ashdown Rotoscope shown at the 1928 British Industries Fair.21th Sep 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan063
Promotional leaflet for the Ashdown Rotoscope, detailing its features and listing its users across various industries.21th Sep 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan064
Photograph of a hand-cranked Rotoscope device with its internal mechanism visible.6th Feb 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan065
'Stroborama' stroboscopic device for experimental work on engine components.6th Feb 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan066
Letter describing the speed control of a motor and a method for determining vibration frequency.20th Feb 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan067
Letter from A. J. Ashdown, Ltd. regarding a quotation and price increase for the Ashdown Rotoscope.20th Feb 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan068
'Stroborama' apparatus, including an attached letter and a proposed demonstration.23th Feb 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan069
Follow-up letter from Vlies & Benson Ltd. regarding a demonstration of their Stroborama instruments.22th Feb 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan070
Improving oscilloscope illumination for the Strobodrama by applying the pilot and power principle.24th Feb 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan071
Recommendation to purchase an Ashdown Rotoscope for experimental purposes to solve engine failures.13th Mar 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan072
Letter from Maurice Olley of Rolls-Royce of America to E. W. Hives regarding experimental work on the 'Stroborama'.15th Mar 1928Box 53 \ 1  Scan073
The retention of a 4-Goshawk-11 car for demonstration and the associated arrangements for its driver and journey.27th Sep 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan074
Request for an expert driver for the Goshawk model to provide instruction in London during Show week.28th Sep 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan075
Instructions for the preparation and appearance of Mr. Royce's Goshawk engine for trials and press photography.29th Sep 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan076
Dispatch of a 4-Goshawk-11 car and a colour sample to London.29th Sep 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan077
The preparation of Mr. Royce's Goshawk for trials, ensuring it has a smart appearance for demonstration and press photography.29th Sep 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan078
Unsatisfactory paint finish on car 4-Goshawk-11 and arrangements for its rectification.29th Sep 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan079
Arranging for Mr. Warwick to visit London to answer questions regarding the Goshawk.29th Sep 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan080
Telegram reporting unstable carburation and poor performance on a Goshawk demonstration vehicle.5th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan081
Delayed arrival, cleaning, and re-painting of a Goshawk II demonstration car.5th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan082
The availability of a '4/Goshawk/11' Open Trials Car for use in London.10th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan083
Performance of a 20-HP Demonstration Car after a new lower gear was fitted.9th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan084
Critical performance review of a 20 HP demonstration car, highlighting issues with the engine and ride.6th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan085
Car testing, modifications including carburation and pistons, and future demonstration plans for a 40/50 HP car.10th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan086
Performance issues, specifically vibration and a smokey exhaust, on car 4-Goshawk-11.10th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan087
Change of axle ratios on the Goshawk-11 car for demonstration runs.10th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan088
From Hr. to Hs. attaching a document concerning Demonstration Runs.12th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan089
Outlining the policy for conducting vehicle demonstration runs and interacting with customers.11th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan090
Demonstration car delivered in an unsatisfactory condition, the resulting failure, and preparation for a conference.23th Oct 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan091
The return of Mr. Royce's experimental car, loaned until the Goshawk Trials cars were ready.15th Nov 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan092
The disposal of the '4 Goshawk 11' Experimental Car.20th Nov 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan093
Requesting the transfer of a 4-Goshawk-11 to Derby, along with a report on its behaviour and criticisms.21th Nov 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan094
Returning the '4 Goshawk 11' car due to lack of power and other engine issues.23th Nov 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan095
Investigation into a Goshawk-11 car's lack of power, identifying a burnt exhaust valve due to incorrect tappet adjustment.24th Nov 1922Box 53 \ 1  Scan096


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