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Engine power improvements and comparing the Phantom engine with Ricardo's sleeve valve design.24th Apr 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page131
Power loss in the 25 HP exhaust system and recommending modifications to improve performance.6th May 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page132
Experiments for increasing the power output on the 25 HP engine.21th May 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page133
Tests on various valve lifts and camshafts for 25 HP and 40/50 engines.22th May 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page134
Acceleration and maximum speed tests conducted on three cars at Brooklands.23th Jun 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page135
Results of performance and acceleration tests on various car configurations.23th Jun 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page136
Comparative analysis of an 8-cylinder Buick's performance and characteristics.23th Jun 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page137
Blueprint graph of Brooklands tests comparing Road Wheel Horsepower and speed for two different engine configurations.19th Jun 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page138
Performance graph from Brooklands tests comparing clutch horsepower and B.M.E.P against engine RPM for different vehicle configurations.19th Jun 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page139
Graph from the Brooklands tests comparing engine performance with different camshaft and carburettor setups.19th Jun 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page140
Modifications to improve the power output of the 'China' engine, using parts proven on the 'Japan' engine.23th Jun 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page141
Summary of bench test results on 'Japan' engines to improve power output by testing various components.30th Jun 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page142
Graph showing BMEP variation with increased tappet clearance against RPM.18th Oct 1938Box 5a \ 5  05-page143
Power comparison graph for Engine 149.N.G.8, testing different carburettor and camshaft configurations.18th Oct 1938Box 5a \ 5  05-page144
Performance graph comparing 'JAPEN' silencer configurations on engine unit N G8.18th Oct 1938Box 5a \ 5  05-page145
Graph of exhaust back pressure curves versus R.P.M. for various silencer configurations.18th Oct 1938Box 5a \ 5  05-page146
Graph showing B.M.E.P. variation with different valve timings for engine unit NA IV GB.18th Oct 1938Box 5a \ 5  05-page147
Performance graph comparing power curves for an IVG.S engine unit under different carburettor and exhaust configurations.5th Aug 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page148
Bench tests carried out to improve the performance of the 25 HP power unit.5th Aug 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page149
Car performance testing, detailing propeller shaft modifications, lap speeds, and handling characteristics under various conditions.1st Aug 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page150
Performance graph from Brooklands tests showing BHP, MEP, and induction against RPM.1st Aug 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page151
Graph comparing the performance and back pressure of five different exhaust systems against engine RPM.11th Aug 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page152
Brooklands performance test sheet for a close-coupled four-seater, comparing different carburettor and engine power configurations.14th Aug 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page153
Results of acceleration and hill climbing tests on a 25 HP car.19th Aug 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page154
Low speed performance and acceleration test results for a close-coupled tourer comparing different carburettor and silencer units.15th Aug 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page155
Power output tests for the 'Japan' engine, detailing findings on carburettors, induction, and valve timing.24th Sep 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page156
Tests on induction pipes, carburettors, and valve clearances.24th Sep 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page157
Blueprint graph showing the effect of increasing induction on engine performance with twin carburettors.24th Sep 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page158
Performance graph and specifications for the 'Japan Unit' engine.18th Sep 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page159
Performance comparison graph of four different carburettor arrangements.18th Sep 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page160
Performance comparison graph of three different carburettor configurations, plotting B.HP and B.M.E.P. against engine R.P.M.19th Aug 1933Box 5a \ 5  05-page161
Graph comparing two timing alterations on a 112° camshaft with two Claudel carburettors.23th Sep 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page162
Performance graph comparing induction pipe capacities for a 'Japan Unit' engine.23th Sep 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page163
Graph comparing the performance curves of single and double Claudel carburetor setups.23th Sep 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page164
Photograph showing a side view of an inline-six engine installed in a chassis.23th Sep 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page165
Montage of photographs displaying various engine carburetor and manifold configurations.1st Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page166
Correcting details in a power output report for Japan.1st Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page167
Analysis of 25 HP engine power output concerning increased valve lift and clearance around the inlet valve.1st Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page168
Performance graph comparing high and low lift rockers on a Japan Unit engine.1st Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page169
Graphical comparison of performance for high and low lift rockers with twin zenith carburettors.1st Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page170
Performance comparison of high and low lift rockers with ramming, showing BHP vs RPM curves and valve timing diagrams.1st Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page171
Performance graph showing the effect of increasing clearance around the inlet valve tappet.1st Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page172
Blueprint graph showing the effect of increasing clearance around the inlet valve on engine performance.1st Oct 1937Box 5a \ 5  05-page173
Sketch showing modifications to a Japan cylinder head to give increased clearance around inlet valves.1st Oct 1937Box 5a \ 5  05-page174
Engine power output tests for the 10,000-mile car, detailing modifications to the camshaft, pistons, and exhaust system.27th Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page175
Performance graph comparing the C.I. and C.XI engine units over a range of RPMs.25th Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page176
Power curves for a unit after a 10,000 mile test, comparing five different exhaust system configurations.25th Oct 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page177
Experiments with intake pipe and carburetter designs to improve fuel distribution and power output for the J.1 engine.17th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page178
Report comparing carburetter performance with different pipe configurations and engine types, including M.E.P. data.17th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page179
Power output graph for the 'China Unit' engine, showing performance with different carburettor and valve configurations.17th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page180
Blueprint for an induction pipe for a 1.875 bore S.U. carburettor, with notes on fittings and finish.17th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page182
Dynamometer test results for the 20-EX model, investigating power loss from the carburetter air silencer and various exhaust system modifications.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page183
Graph showing power loss for a PH carburetter air silencer on a Standard Car - 20 EX.23th Nov 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page184
Engine performance test report for the Derby 30 HP car, analysing power curves with different configurations.10th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page185
Performance graphs for a CXII High Lift Unit showing power output and compression with various manifold and silencer setups.4th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page186
Power output and compression pressure curves for a Ctr. Unit China engine with varying exhaust systems.4th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page187
Blueprint graph of engine performance showing power output, BMEP, and compression pressure against RPM.8th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page188
Performance graph comparing two engine configurations, showing power output and mean effective pressure versus RPM.8th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page189
On the readiness of dual carburetters for fitting to a 15-S-IV and testing on a Japan I unit.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page190
Blueprint graph of engine power output and valve timing for a Japan Unit with R.R. Carbs.12th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page191
Requesting the replacement of a blueprint due to an error in its title.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page192
Blueprint graph of power output against R.P.M. for a 'Japan Unit' with specified engine configurations.14th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page193
Performance graph comparing horsepower (HP) against RPM for various engine configurations.24th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page194
Engine development and power improvement experiments for the Bentley 20-2-4.24th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page195
Performance analysis memo detailing brake horsepower figures and discussing Brooklands lap times.24th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page196
Performance graph comparing standard, 50% larger, and 100% larger chokes on a China O/C Unit.22th Dec 1931Box 5a \ 5  05-page197
Carburetter tests for the 20/25 HP model, comparing an experimental S.U. carburetter with the standard version.13th Nov 1933Box 5a \ 5  05-page198
Graph of acceleration curves comparing the Phantom I, Silver Ghost, and 20 HP models.15th Aug 1928Box 5a \ 5  05-page199
Performance graph for the 20 HP flywheel clutch, including chassis weight specifications for various configurations.15th Aug 1928Box 5a \ 5  05-page200
Comparative horsepower curve graph for the Silver Ghost and Phantom models.8th Aug 1928Box 5a \ 5  05-page201
Fitting of an aluminium head to a 20 HP engine, its effect on power, carburetter limitations and compression ratios.8th Aug 1928Box 5a \ 5  05-page202
Cover note sending required curves in response to a previous reference.30th Aug 1928Box 5a \ 5  05-page203
Slow running issues on the 20 HP engine and a proposed test of a Zenith carburetter.1st Aug 1928Box 5a \ 5  05-page204
Telephone message discussing the disappointing lack of expected engine performance improvements on a 20 HP model.25th Apr 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page205
Five performance improvements for the 20 HP car, focusing on engine and exhaust modifications.11th Oct 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page206
Declining sales of the 20 HP Chassis and suggesting potential improvements or its discontinuation.17th Oct 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page207
Engine power improvements and standardising cutouts on 20HP models.17th Oct 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page208
Adoption of improvements to parts under the bonnet.29th Oct 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page209
Proposal to supercharge the 'Twenty' model car.29th Oct 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page210
Experiments to increase the power output of the 'China' engine.29th Oct 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page211
List of six modifications made to an engine to increase power, detailing changes to components like compression ratio, valves, and camshaft.29th Oct 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page212
The promising results of modifications and tests on a large core engine.29th Oct 1928Box 5a \ 5  05-page213
Performance graph showing increased power output for the 'China Engine' with various engine specifications and valve timings.29th Oct 1928Box 5a \ 5  05-page214
Experiments and modifications made to increase the power output of the 'China' engine.11th Aug 1923Box 5a \ 5  05-page215
Comparison of engine performance with different carburettor, induction, and valve configurations.1st Nov 1922Box 5a \ 5  05-page216
Analysis comparing engine performance curves based on variations in camshafts, valves, and compression ratios.1st Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page217
Engine modifications to achieve 75 B.HP and the results of exhaust system tests.1st Nov 1922Box 5a \ 5  05-page218
Testing an experimental exhaust manifold, comparing engine power curves and planning future modifications.1st Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page219
Power increase modifications for the 25 HP 'China' engine, focusing on timing, valve sizes, and materials for the Phantom II.4th Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page220
Communication detailing modifications to engine components including the cylinder head, coreboxes, camshaft, and valve springs.4th Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page221
Test report comparing the power output and detonation characteristics of 116° and 110° camshafts on the 'China' engine.11th Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page222
Camshaft and compression ratio testing, and the preparation of a large bore turbulent head engine for power curve analysis.29th Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page223
Blueprint graph comparing engine power curves resulting from different camshaft timings and specifications.4th Nov 1927Box 5a \ 5  05-page224
Comparison of the power output between 'Japan' and 'China' type engines.1st Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page225
Performance analysis of a Japanese engine, detailing modifications to the induction pipe and comparison of detonation issues.1st Nov 1924Box 5a \ 5  05-page226
Performance comparison graph of the 'Japan' and 'China' engines, plotting Brake Horse Power and B.M.E.P. against R.P.M.6th Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page227
Comparison of a 116° camshaft against a standard 110° camshaft on a Standard China Engine.12th Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page228
Recommendation to use the standard camshaft over the 116° version under specific suboptimal conditions.2nd Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page229
Performance comparison graph for 110° and 116° camshafts in a standard 'Chuk' engine, detailing valve timings.12th Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page230
Testing long duration cams and increased tappet clearance on a 25HP 'CHINA' engine to improve high-speed power.16th Nov 1929Box 5a \ 5  05-page231


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