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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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Invitation to E.H. Micklewood Esq. to visit the Derby Works to view his experimental engine.14th Aug 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan026
Tests of a Micklewood 2-stroke engine.1st Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan027
The poor performance of the Micklewood 2-stroke engine during bench tests.1st Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan028
Engine performance based on indicator cards, including compression, ignition, and carburation.1st Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan029
Engine performance issues related to pumping losses, exhaust valve design, and results from motoring tests.5th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan030
Engine performance, focusing on piston friction, scavenging, and pumping losses.12th Jul 1928Box 54 \ 4  Scan031
Page discussing potential engine redesigns regarding the rotary valve, ports, and piston friction for improved performance.12th Jul 1928Box 54 \ 4  Scan032
Engine performance indicator diagrams for a Micklewood 2-stroke engine, showing pressure versus crank angle.12th Jul 1928Box 54 \ 4  Scan033
Performance analysis and specification drawings for the Micklewood 2 Stroke engine.12th Jul 1928Box 54 \ 4  Scan034
Cross-sectional diagram of a super-atmospheric, scavenged, two-stroke-cycle engine with a parts legend.8th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan035
Questioning the reasons for testing a Micklewood 2-stroke engine.8th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan036
Cover note forwarding instructions for tests on a Micklewood 2-stroke engine.9th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan037
Request for instructions regarding the Micklewood 2-stroke engine.26th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan038
From RS to HS inquiring about the status of the Micklewood Two Stroke Engine.23th Apr 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan039
Arranging the return of a loaned Micklewood 2-stroke engine to its owner after testing.27th Apr 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan040
Despatch note for the return of a loaned 2-stroke engine after testing.28th Apr 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan041
Letter detailing two engine faults observed during testing: a 'fade away' issue and comparatively low speed.27th Apr 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan042
Letter discussing a new engine type for flying machines intended to supersede the present four-cycle type for high altitude operation.1st May 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan043
Letter acknowledging the return of a Micklewood 2-stroke engine and advising a report will follow.1st May 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan044
Letter to E.W. Hives regarding a broken piston found upon dismantling a recently received engine.9th May 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan045
Letter to E.H. Micklewood regarding a failed engine experiment, advising that serious modifications are required.12th May 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan046
Bench tests of a Micklewood 2-stroke engine, detailing its poor performance.25th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan047
Analysing engine performance from indicator cards, focusing on compression, ignition, and external factors.25th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan048
Page detailing issues with engine scavenging, exhaust valve design, and high fuel consumption.25th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan049
Motoring tests analyzing engine frictional and pumping losses.25th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan050
Analysing engine pumping losses, scavenging pressure, and potential improvements to valve timing and design.25th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan051
Indicator diagrams for a Micklewood 2-stroke engine showing firing and motoring cycles against crank angle.25th Sep 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan052
Performance analysis and specification sheet for the Micklewood 2-stroke engine.10th Sep 1922Box 54 \ 4  Scan053
Outline drawing of an ignition coil with multiple views and dimensions.10th Sep 1922Box 54 \ 4  Scan054
Technical memo on American battery ignition systems, discussing power consumption, reliability versus magnetos, and construction materials.18th Apr 1924Box 54 \ 4  Scan055
Poor longevity of platinum points in a car's electrical system and potential solutions.11th May 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan056
Letter discussing a job vacancy and a technical patent for a nearly closed circuit coil.17th May 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan057
Note about sending figures and an observation on Delco's practically closed circuit coil from the 1923 Show.19th May 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan058
Request to obtain a patent specification for a 'Nearly Closed Iron Circuit Ignition Coil'.19th May 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan059
Experiments on ignition coils to reduce energy output, considering alternative windings and a patent by the Lucas Company.20th May 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan060
Continued discussion on the design and experimentation of a closed circuit iron core coil.20th May 1928Box 54 \ 4  Scan061
Instruction sheet detailing the design and electrical properties of a Delco coil, including a wiring diagram.2nd Nov 1925Box 54 \ 4  Scan062
Instruction sheet detailing the electrical properties and test results of a coil's primary and secondary windings.29th Jun 1920Box 54 \ 4  Scan063
Performance comparison between platinum and tungsten interrupter points, and English vs. American coils and condensers.11th Jun 1926Box 54 \ 4  Scan064
Technical note on the performance and testing of American Bosch and Delco coils and condensers.11th Jun 1926Box 54 \ 4  Scan065
Extract discussing Remy Ignition and the magnetic properties of coils.1st Jul 1926Box 54 \ 4  Scan066
Improvements and experiments related to battery ignition systems, contacts, and coils.9th Dec 1927Box 54 \ 4  Scan067
Advantages and disadvantages of two ignition coil designs, one with a reversed build order and one with a nearly closed iron circuit.19th Dec 1927Box 54 \ 4  Scan068
Description of the construction of a coil with an inside secondary and outside primary winding.1st Jan 1931Box 54 \ 4  Scan069
Extract from a memo discussing open vs. closed magnetic circuits for induction coils.1st Jan 1931Box 54 \ 4  Scan070
Agreeing to the manufacture of parts for the Kestrel Six-cylinder Unit.25th Jan 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan071
The performance of the Kestrel Six Cylinder Unit, noting M.E.P., surging, and critical speed.25th Jan 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan072
Performance graph showing the consumption loop for a Kestrel six-cylinder unit at 2250 RPM and full throttle.25th Jan 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan073
Power curve graph for a Kestrel Six Cylinder Unit engine at full throttle.8th Mar 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan074
Letter to the Air Ministry on Compression Ignition and a contract for running on Ethylene Glycol.8th Mar 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan075
Contract with Mr. Tweedie for work on a 6-cylinder engine involving Ethylene Glycol.9th Mar 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan076
Letter to the Air Ministry detailing results of engine cooling tests with Ethylene Glycol and proposing to move from single to six-cylinder unit tests.11th Mar 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan077
Proposed 50-hour test programme for the Kestrel six-cylinder engine, focusing on high-temperature and evaporative cooling systems.11th Mar 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan078
Proposals for engine performance tests using undiluted Glycol and high outlet temperatures.11th Mar 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan079
Comparison of radiator sizes required on the 'Fury' aircraft, contrasting water and ethylene glycol coolants at 12,000 ft.13th Mar 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan080
Programme for 50 hours of research on a 6-cylinder unit using Ethylene Glycol.13th Mar 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan081
Forwarding a document regarding tests on Ethylene Glycol in a 6-cylinder unit.15th Mar 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan082
Approval for 50 hours' development testing on a 6-cylinder 'Kestrel' unit with ethylene glycol.5th Apr 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan083
The condition of a Kestrel Six Cylinder Unit after an eight-hour, non-stop, glycol-cooled run.26th Apr 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan084
Chasing a completion date for the water supply for a six-cylinder test unit.3rd Jun 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan085
Water supply for a Six Cylinder Unit, confirming instructions have been given and material ordered.12th Jun 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan086
Works order for 50 hours of research running on a Kestrel 6 cylinder unit with Ethylene Glycol cooling.16th Jun 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan087
Works order for the Air Ministry detailing the required structure and content of a final report.16th Jun 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan088
Test report on the effects of high water flow and low jacket temperatures on detonation in a Kestrel six-cylinder engine unit.20th Jul 1935Box 54 \ 4  Scan089
Conclusions of engine detonation tests, its effects on joint rings, and proposed future development.20th Jul 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan090
Blueprint illustrating the effects of detonation on a Kestrel engine cylinder joint ring.19th Jul 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan091
Photograph of a six-cylinder, four-valve-per-cylinder engine cylinder head on a stand.19th Jul 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan092
Close-up photograph of an engine cylinder head showing the valves.1st Aug 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan093
Instructions to modernise the Kestrel Six Cylinder Unit No.1.1st Aug 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan094
From H.S. Royce requesting a spare Goshawk block for a Kestrel Six Cylinder No.2 engine with specific valve requirements.1st Aug 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan095
Test results of running Kestrel single and six-cylinder units with Helmore treated oils.2nd Aug 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan096
Experiment using metallic lead in oil to reduce carbon deposits on a piston crown, with plans for further development.2nd Aug 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan097
Test report on lead separation from the centre main bearing of a Kestrel six-cylinder unit.5th Aug 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan098
Instructions for fitting a 6-cylinder Kestrel engine with a custom induction manifold and a specific carburetter type.26th Sep 1932Box 54 \ 4  Scan099
Urgent memorandum regarding modifications to the transmission coupling and brake capacity on the Kestrel 6 cylinder unit.20th Dec 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan100
Confirming the completion of a research contract on a six-cylinder unit following an amendment from the Air Ministry.9th Feb 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan101
Confirmation to fit a standard Kestrel cylinder block to a six-cylinder unit, with no top joint rings.26th Feb 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan102
Cylinder head temperatures, comparing Glycol and water cooling on a Kestrel Six Cylinder engine.3rd Aug 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan103
The effect of different coolants upon the cylinder head temperature of a Kestrel six-cylinder engine unit.9th Aug 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan104
Findings from tests comparing Glycol and water as engine coolants, noting temperature issues, flow reduction, and plans for further development.9th Aug 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan105
Graph showing the effect of coolant type and inlet temperature on the cylinder head temperature for a Kestrel six-cylinder unit.2nd Aug 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan106
Graph showing the effect of coolant on cylinder head temperature for a Kestrel Six Cylinder Unit.1st Aug 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan107
Graph showing the effect of coolant inlet temperature on the cylinder head temperature for a Kestrel six-cylinder unit.1st Aug 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan108
Sketch showing the position of thermocouples in a Kestrel six-cylinder unit block.1st Aug 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan109
Performance chart comparing water and glycol coolant on a Kestrel six-cylinder engine unit.2nd Aug 1934Box 54 \ 4  Scan110
Specification sheet for a Kestrel 6-Cylinder Unit, listing component part numbers.26th Jan 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan111
Typed list of engine components and their corresponding part numbers, page 2.26th Jan 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan112
List of engine components with associated part numbers and specifications for an engine.26th Jan 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan113
List of specifications for carburetter, controls, petrol pump, and direct drive components.26th Jan 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan114
Specification revision for a Kestrel 6-Cylinder Unit detailing changes to the Magneto Driving Gear after test bed work.27th Jan 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan115
Specification revision for the Kestrel 6 Cylinder Unit, detailing changes to pistons and cylinders.24th May 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan116
Specification revision for a Kestrel 6 Cylinder Unit's water connections.24th May 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan117
Revised specification for a Kestrel 6 Cylinder Unit, detailing the components of the Flywheel assembly.24th May 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan118
Specification revision for Kestrel FS 6 Cylinder Unit No.1, detailing changes to pistons and valves.4th Nov 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan119
Specification revision document comparing previous and revised parts for various engine components.4th Nov 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan120
Comparison of previous and revised specifications for various engine parts.4th Nov 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan121
Comparison sheet detailing previous and revised specifications for various engine components.4th Nov 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan122
Revised specification for a Direct Drive F.10 Type, incorporating a strengthened driving flange.4th Nov 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan123
Specification revision for a Kestrel FS. 6 Cylinder Unit No.1, detailing the components fitted.18th Nov 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan124
List of engine components and their corresponding List of Operations (LOP) numbers and status.18th Nov 1933Box 54 \ 4  Scan125


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