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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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Springing alterations for chassis 43-KR, detailing customer complaints and ongoing experiments to fix issues with pitching and dithering.25th Oct 1929Box 65 \ 4  scan0146
Importance of frequent lubrication for leaf springs to resolve customer complaints about ride quality.25th Oct 1929Box 65 \ 4  scan0147
Tests and solutions for suspension complaints on the Phantom I model.10th Dec 1929Box 65 \ 4  scan0148
Technical report discussing vehicle ride quality, pitching, and suspension components like springs and shock absorbers.10th Dec 1929Box 65 \ 4  scan0149
Suspension improvements for Phantom I and II cars, focusing on front springs and drilled valves.10th Dec 1929Box 65 \ 4  scan0150
Testing lower-rated springs on the Phantom 1 model to address high-speed pitching complaints.31th Jan 1930Box 65 \ 4  scan0151
Investigation into 'pitching' issues with Phantom 1 cars and the trial of new front springs to improve ride quality.3rd Feb 1930Box 65 \ 4  scan0152
Frame distortion tests measuring the effects of engine mountings on torsional stiffness and front end jellying.29th May 1931Box 65 \ 4  scan0153
Test report comparing frame stiffness, damping, and engine mountings to mitigate 'jellying' across various models.29th May 1931Box 65 \ 4  scan0154
Five graphs illustrating frame deflection and distortion test results for various car configurations and components.28th May 1931Box 65 \ 4  scan0155
Reproducing connecting rod bearing failure on an EAC test bench engine.29th Apr 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0156
The use of taper bolts for securing the EAC clutch flywheel.1st Jul 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0157
Inspection of engine bearings, clearance issues, and a proposal for flow testing before dismantling.13th Aug 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0158
Experiments on crankshaft vibrations in the Phantom and 20 HP engines.20th Sep 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0159
Testing slipper wheels to reduce engine vibrations at different speeds.20th Sep 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0160
Report page detailing the analysis of engine vibrations, friction torque, and preliminary test results on the Phantom model.20th Sep 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0161
Vibration experiments focusing on lower harmonics, critical speed, and the effects of damping friction torque.20th Sep 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0162
Engine vibration analysis, investigating the effects of damping, piston configuration, and piston weight.20th Sep 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0163
Crankshaft stiffness, vibration testing, and future plans for the Silver Ghost and Phantom models.18th Sep 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0164
Torsional vibration diagrams for the Goshawk III crankshaft with no damper wheels.18th Sep 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0165
Experiments to determine the torsional deflection and rigidity of a Phantom crankshaft.23th Sep 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0166
Calculation of the weight and polar moment of inertia for various engine components.4th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0167
Report page detailing calculations for the critical speed of the Phantom crankshaft compared to the 20 HP model.4th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0168
Vibration issues and diagnostics on car model 12-EX.1st Oct 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0169
Issue of the New Phantom crankshaft pinion working loose.10th Oct 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0170
Letter to the Air Ministry regarding a report on crankshaft torsional vibration tests on a 40/50 HP engine.4th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0171
Experiments to determine the torsional deflection and polar moments of inertia of Phantom crankshaft components.4th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0172
Continued report on the calculation of crankshaft vibration, nodal points, and critical speed.8th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0173
Better Mean Effective Pressure for 20 HP and 40/50 HP engines.8th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0174
Further tests concerning torsional vibrations on the 20 HP and Phantom engines, focusing on a non-rigidly mounted flywheel.9th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0175
Analysis of crankshaft vibration, comparing a non-rigid flywheel to a slipper wheel damper system.9th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0176
Analysis of crankshaft resonant speeds, flywheel friction effects, and torsional vibrations on the Phantom model.9th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0177
Continued analysis of engine vibration, comparing crankshaft rigidity and internal damping between the 20 HP and Phantom models.9th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0178
Analysis of engine damper effectiveness, comparing viscous-friction and centrifugal types for managing vibrations.9th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0179
Concluding page of a report on investigations into crankshafts.9th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0180
Diagram of an experimental friction mounting for a flywheel on a 20 HP crankshaft.10th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0181
Graph comparing torsional vibration amplitudes for the Goshawk and Phantom models at critical speed without external damping.10th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0182
Graph showing curves for the reduction in torsional vibration amplitude with decreased frictional mounting of the flywheel.10th Nov 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0183
Polar diagrams comparing the crankshaft oscillations of 20-HP and Phantom models at the speed of resonance.9th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0184
Letter to Mr. Robotham regarding a report of tests taken on a 40/50 HP engine.9th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0185
Cover note for a report on Torsional Vibration.11th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0186
Short memo requesting information on crankshaft vibrations from General Motors.24th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0187
Letter to General Motors Ltd. requesting information about their crankshaft torsional vibration damper.22th Nov 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0188
Letter asking questions about the theory of engine vibration and damper action.14th Jan 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0189
Crankshaft torsional vibrations and the harmonic balancer used by General Motors.14th Jan 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0190
Letter from General Motors Corporation discussing harmonic balancers and engine design.10th Dec 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0191
The concluding page of a letter discussing engine damping devices and a comment on London fog.15th Dec 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0192
Letter from General Motors regarding the harmonic balancer and torsional vibration of crankshafts.15th Dec 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0193
Technical report on the detailed operation and phase relations of a shaft and harmonic balancer.15th Dec 1926Box 65 \ 4  scan0194
Letter discussing the effects of a shaft balancer on disturbance periods and vibration frequencies.28th Jan 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0195
Letter to the Royal Aeronautical Society enclosing remarks on the Carter paper for publication in their Journal.28th Jan 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0196
Technical discussion on the causes and mitigation of crankshaft vibrations in multi-crank engines.28th Jan 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0197
Experiments with solid friction dampers to reduce torsional vibration in engines.28th Jan 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0198
Comparative table of stiffness and inertia properties for various engine models.19th May 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0199
Potential solution for sticking crankshaft friction dampers by enclosing the unit in an oil-filled slipper flywheel.19th May 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0200
The Phantom lightened crankshaft and G.1. type spring drive.24th Sep 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0201
Testing modified Phantom engine components, including the crankshaft and exhaust manifold.11th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0202
High-speed engine vibrations, particularly around the crankshaft's critical speed and the influence of main bearings.1st Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0203
Technical analysis of engine crankcase design and its effects on engine periods and behaviour.11th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0204
Request to machine a second key-way on a crankshaft for testing due to high stress on the single key-way.11th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0205
Replacing case-hardened piston pins and confirming the increased stiffness of the latest 20 HP crankshaft.21th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0206
Principles of crankshaft stiffness and design considerations for journals, webs, and pins.23th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0207
Air Ministry's empirical formula for crankshaft stiffness and comparing calculated versus test results.24th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0208
Empirical formula and data for crankshaft stiffness in bearings.23th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0209
Revisions to the crankshaft and connecting rods for EAC.10 and 14 models.25th Nov 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0210
Test report on the 40/50 crankshaft damper settings on car 10-EX.12th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0211
New Phantom crankshaft and its use in the F.2 series.6th Dec 1927Box 65 \ 4  scan0212
Issues and potential materials for crankshaft friction dampers on 40/50 & 20 HP engines.11th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0213
Crankshaft damper issues, including stiction and a 'galloping' knock, and evaluating alternative materials like woven cotton and designs from competitors like Chrysler.14th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0214
Requesting two latest type extra stiff crankshafts for the 20 HP and 40/50 models.31th Jan 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0215
Materials and performance issues related to car engine crankshaft dampers.2nd Feb 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0216
Table comparing the dimensional specifications for various engine crankshafts.2nd Feb 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0217
Comparison table of crankshaft details for various engines.2nd Feb 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0218
Comparative table of big end weights and dimensions for various engines.29th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0219
Letter to Major B.C. Carter concerning crankshaft torsional vibrations and his formula.29th Feb 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0220
The results and conclusions from recent work on crankshaft torsional vibrations.29th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0221
Report page detailing the results of crankshaft stiffness tests for Phantom and 20 HP models, including the effects of removing bearings.29th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0222
Crankshaft stiffness tests and calculations for various engines, including the 20 HP, Phantom, and F.XI aero engine.29th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0223
Concluding page of a document, noting that test results are not yet available and offering further clarification.5th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0224
Rigidity of crankshafts, specifically referencing the Stutz shaft design.5th Mar 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0225
Letter to Major B.C. Carter regarding crankshaft torsional vibrations and stiffness formulas.1st May 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0226
Report page detailing engine bearing stiffness measurements and discussing experimental procedures for crankshaft frequencies.25th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0227
Technical memorandum detailing crankshaft lubrication requirements for chassis and aero engines.25th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0228
Lubrication of crankshafts for aero and car engines, including proposed modifications.28th Apr 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0229
Letter discussing crankshaft dimensions, test results, and a formula for estimating torsional periods.3rd May 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0230
Letter discussing additions to Carter's formula for a 6-cylinder engine and electrical excitation experiments.3rd May 1923Box 65 \ 4  scan0231
Visit to Cambridge Engineering Laboratory regarding research into crankshaft torsional vibration.3rd May 1923Box 65 \ 4  scan0232
Engine experiments, including running an Eagle VIII on gas and upcoming tests on a diesel engine for airships.1st Jul 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0233
Modification to the oil tubes in F. & H. engines and chassis crankshafts to prevent contamination.1st Jul 1928Box 65 \ 4  scan0234
The stiffness and weight comparison of a large pin crankshaft against standard shafts.29th Aug 1929Box 65 \ 4  scan0235
Secret memorandum concerning instructions for a spring drive and slipper wheel.1st Jan 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0236
Notes on the assembly of the EAC Spring Drive and Slipper Wheel.1st Jan 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0237
Flywheel washers, friction load checking, and spring drive fitting.31th Jan 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0238
Instructions for fitting the spring drive, crankshaft, and wheelcase components.25th Sep 1924Box 65 \ 4  scan0239
Efficiency of the Spring Drive Driving Spring, suggesting a report from the Test Department.16th Mar 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0240
Request for the strengths of torsion and friction springs for a damped spring drive pendulum lever.10th Jul 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0241
Issues with the New Phantom Spring Drives seizing and providing assembly instructions to prevent it.27th Nov 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0242
The failure of the fixing of the Phantom spring drive.1st Nov 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0243
Issues with seizing New Phantom spring drives and providing assembly recommendations.27th Nov 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0244
The failure of the Phantom Spring Drive fixing and outlining corrective actions.2nd Dec 1925Box 65 \ 4  scan0245


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