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Analysis of crankshaft deflection and bearing support, specifically 'unwinding' and 'bell-mouthing' phenomena.9th Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page098
Graph plotting the deflection of a central journal against degrees of twist for a 20 HP crankshaft.9th Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page099
Blueprint graph of crankshaft torsion tests for Phantom & 20 HP models, showing torque vs. shaft twist for various crankshaft conditions.7th Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page100
Torsion test results for a 20 HP crankshaft, from forging to the finished shaft.7th Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page101
Graph showing the results of a torsion test on a 20 HP crankshaft, charting its stiffness through various manufacturing stages from forging to the finished shaft.1st Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page102
Modifications to the 20 HP crankshaft and connecting rod, increasing the crankpin diameter and oval web width.1st Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page103
The modification and stiffness testing of a 20 HP standard crankshaft.14th Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page104
Table comparing the dimensions and specifications of crankshafts for various engine models.14th Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page105
Comparative table of crankshaft details for Lorraine, EAC, Stutz, and 2nd India engines.14th Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page106
Comparison table of connecting rod big end weights and dimensions for various engines.11th Jan 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page107
Design and material issues for 40/50 & 20 HP crankshaft friction dampers.11th Jan 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page108
Request for two extra stiff crankshafts for both the 20 HP and 40/50 models.31th Jan 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page109
Blueprint and testing of a new crankshaft for the 20HP chassis for India.2nd Feb 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page110
Outlining an urgent development program in response to competitors, focusing on performance, simplicity, and component reliability.27th Mar 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page111
Proposed engine improvements and design considerations.28th Feb 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page112
Letter to Major B.G. Carter regarding work on crankshaft torsional vibrations.29th Feb 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page113
Inadequate crankshaft and bearing lubrication and a proposed remedy based on the Phantom 12-KX chassis.19th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page114
Lubrication system for grooveless bearings and piping in a crankshaft, with reference to tests on R.R.F. engines.19th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page115
Recommendation for oil supply and pressure modifications for grooveless crankshaft bearings.19th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page116
Specification table for 20HP Crankshafts, detailing drawing numbers, dimensions, and design notes.19th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page117
The results of tests for crankshaft torsional vibrations and stiffness.19th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page118
Torsion tests and stiffness reduction on Standard Phantom, Sports Phantom, and Standard 20 HP shafts.19th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page119
Report page discussing tests and calculations on crankshaft stiffness, inertia, and torsional periods for various engines.19th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page120
The concluding page of a typed communication, offering to provide further details upon request.3rd Mar 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page121
Torsion tests on the India 3 crankshaft.3rd Mar 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page122
The observed drop in stiffness for various crankshafts from seven to three main bearings.1st Mar 1923Box 6 \ 1  01-page123
Pierce Arrow parts, comparing their bore and crank pin diameter specifications to the 20 HP model.1st Mar 1923Box 6 \ 1  01-page124
Introducing an improved oval web crankshaft construction for the 20 HP and 40/50 HP chassis.2nd Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page125
Letter detailing information and test results for crankshaft torsional vibrations on various models.23th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page126
Technical letter discussing crankshaft stiffness calculations, test results, and engine periods.23th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page127
Page discussing experimental crankshafts, the F.XI aero engine, and torsional vibrations.17th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page128
Blueprint for the India 3 crankshaft and bearings, proposing a new lubrication system and other alterations.17th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page129
Crankchamber modifications using duralumin caps and a new crankshaft lubrication method.24th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page130
Design for crankshaft lubrication in chassis and aero engines.25th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page131
Modifications and testing for the lubrication of crankshafts in aero and car engines.28th Apr 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page132
Visit to Cambridge Engineering Laboratory regarding research on crankshaft torsion tests and electrical methods for detecting vibrations.1st May 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page133
Engine vibrations, an alternative gas fuel from a secret cracking process, and upcoming diesel engine experiments for airships.3rd May 1926Box 6 \ 1  01-page134
Letter discussing crankshaft dimensions, test results, and a formula for estimating torsional periods in car engines.3rd May 1926Box 6 \ 1  01-page135
Page 2 of a letter discussing modifications to Carter's formula for a 4-bearing 6-cylinder engine.1st Mar 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page136
Cover note for a tabulated list of crankshafts.1st Mar 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page137
Table showing examples of calculated critical speeds for various engines.29th Jan 1926Box 6 \ 1  01-page138
Comparative table of crankshaft specifications and torsional stiffness values for various engines.1st Sep 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page139
Blueprint with diagrams and formulae for a 6-cylinder, 4-bearing engine crankshaft.28th Feb 1920Box 6 \ 1  01-page140
Calculations on crankshaft stiffness, inertia, and frequency related to increasing pin diameter.1st Dec 1927Box 6 \ 1  01-page141
Analysis of increasing shaft stiffness and its effect on the critical period.11th Jul 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page142
Modification to the crankshaft oil tubes for F & H engines.11th Jul 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page143
The difficulties experienced with new type crankshaft dampers on 20 HP and 40/50 HP cars.19th Jul 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page144
The design and issues of engine dampers, springs, and stops.19th Jul 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page145
Current slipper wheel and drive system and the future need for a reduced inertia damper.1st Aug 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page146
Order for one dozen friction washers.1st Aug 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page147
Insufficient load from spring drive springs on the 20 HP model and a request for new parts.19th Jul 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page148
Requesting modifications to a 12-G-4 crankshaft damper.20th Aug 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page149
Customer complaints of a knocking sound in 20HP cars and a proposed solution involving a crankshaft changeover.3rd Oct 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page150
Knocking complaint on 20 HP cars, seeking a remedy without changing the crankshaft.1st Oct 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page151
Procedures for resolving a knocking issue on 20-HP cars, clarifying departmental responsibilities.4th Oct 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page152
Improvements to engine dampers and mountings, comparing crankshaft balancing methods, specifically for the 20 HP model.17th Nov 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page153
Changing from fibre friction washers to cotton duck washers on the 20 HP crankshaft damper slipper wheel.21th Nov 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page154
Prints for a new type of spring drive for the India IV model, detailing replacement parts.29th Nov 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page155
Knocking fault on Mrs. Gloag's car (GCK.54), arranging a loan vehicle, and questioning if a crankshaft change would fix it.1st Jan 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page156
The recommended process for the tinning operation on Nitroalloy parts.1st Mar 1939Box 6 \ 1  01-page157
Table of part numbers with corresponding numerical data and calculations.2nd Aug 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page158
Specification table for various car crankshafts, detailing their parts, dimensions, and features.8th May 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page159
Performance improvements for the 20 HP car engine.15th Apr 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page160
Calculation comparing vehicle performance improvements based on capacity, weight, and axle ratio.15th Apr 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page161
Comparative specification chart for various 20 HP car crankshafts.3rd May 1936Box 6 \ 1  01-page162
Technical table detailing the specifications of various car crankshafts.3rd May 1936Box 6 \ 1  01-page163
Secret memo regarding the design of an I-section connecting rod for a 20 HP 'China' Chassis.27th May 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page164
Standardisation of a 20 HP stiffer crankshaft to overcome vibrations and improve design.24th Apr 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page165
Specifying the chassis, test date, and costs for fitting a new part.23th Sep 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page166
Material choices and design for a car engine crankshaft damper, referencing the 30HP, 'Japan' and 'China' models.3rd Jun 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page167
Secret memo discussing the experimental trial of a 20HP auto friction damper flywheel for the 'China' chassis.22th Jun 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page168
Specification table for various 20 HP crankshafts.27th Nov 1928Box 6 \ 1  01-page169
Torsion test report for a 20 HP (Goshawk) Crankshaft E.55307.4th Oct 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page170
Proposal to test Nitro Alloy crankshafts in the Phantom II and implement them in the 20 HP model following encouraging results.27th Dec 1929Box 6 \ 1  01-page171
Letter regarding a customer's query about the discontinuation of the free-wheel arrangement for the gearbox.18th Mar 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page001
Letter from E. A. Claremont to C. Johnson regarding a 4-cylinder car with a free-wheel gear arrangement.22th Mar 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page002
Letter to Mr. Claremont regarding an offer to test a special change-speed arrangement on his car.25th Mar 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page003
Departmental memo regarding a free-wheel system of changing gear and the proposal for the Technical Committee to report on it.25th Mar 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page004
Instruction to the Gear Box Department to devise a scheme for fitting an experimental freewheel device.18th Apr 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page005
Extract from a note by Mr. Royce regarding the abandonment of the free-wheel gearbox experiment.23th Apr 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page006
Departmental memo regarding a report on the committee's recommendation to design and test a free-wheel gearbox.9th May 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page007
Departmental memo discussing the consideration of a scheme based on Mr. Claremont's experience.13th May 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page008
Departmental memo instructing to halt proceedings on the 'Free Wheel for Gear Box' based on a previous memo from Mr. Royce.13th May 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page009
Departmental memo concerning Mr Royce's opinion on Mr Claremont's free wheel gearbox.15th May 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page010
Seeking confirmation of a letter sent to Mr. Claremont regarding a free-wheel gearbox, with a handwritten reply.29th May 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page011
Letter conveying Mr Royce's opinion to abandon the free-wheel gearbox experiment due to unexplained breakages.30th May 1912Box 6 \ 2  02-page012
The testing and operation of the Humphrey Sandburg clutch fitted to a Lea-Francis car.15th Jan 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page013
Humphrey Sandburg clutch, its function as a free-wheel device, and the reasons for its non-adoption.17th Jan 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page014
Letter from Colonel The Master of Sempill to Mr. Hives regarding drawings for a Free Wheel and Gear Box.17th Sep 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page015
Letter from Colonel The Master of Sempill to W. Hives regarding a design for a 20 HP car.3rd Oct 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page016
Letter enclosing particulars of the 20 HP car for the design of applying the Humphery Sandburg Freewheel to a U.1B chassis.7th Oct 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page017
Letter from Colonel The Master of Sempill regarding the design for fitting a Humfrey-Sandberg Free-wheel to a 20 HP car.11th Oct 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page018
Solutions for rapid acceleration and engine improvements regarding the number of cylinders.31th Oct 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page019
Request to borrow a small model of the Humfrey-Sandberg clutch and its technical analysis.1st Nov 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page020
Letter from Humfrey-Sandberg Company Ltd. regarding reports, a pamphlet, and a model of their clutch.3rd Nov 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page021
Letter from Colonel The Master of Sempill regarding the loan of a Humfrey-Sandberg Free-wheel Clutch model for testing.3rd Nov 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page022
Testing of a free wheel clutch on a 12 HP Austin and its potential application on a 20 HP gearbox.4th Nov 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page023
Despatch of a small freewheel to R. at West Wittering for examination.1st Nov 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page024
Letter from Humfrey-Sandberg Company to Mr. Hives regarding an experimental freewheel programme.23th Nov 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page025
Pros and cons of using freewheels on cars.1st Dec 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page026


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