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).
Rolls-Royce Experimental Archives                
Choose Archive


Browsing Records        Page 84 of 2367        Sort by   Box   Date   Description

Filter      from        to             identifier   [all]
DescriptionDateIdentifier
Practice of using gears instead of front-wheel brakes for descending hills.7th Dec 1937Box 6 \ 2  02-page027
Communicating the decision against fitting free wheels on cars, following a Sales Conference discussion.17th Dec 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page028
Letter from Humfrey-Sandberg Company Ltd. discussing the design for a 20 HP car and the return of a model clutch.20th Dec 1927Box 6 \ 2  02-page029
Letter from Humfrey-Sandberg Company Ltd. regarding a model clutch and pioneering licenses.3rd Jan 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page030
Letter regarding Packard's interest in a new design and production terms.6th Jan 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page031
Letter regarding a decision not to pursue the application of a free wheel clutch to their cars.6th Jan 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page032
Instructing the despatch of a small model clutch, previously sent for examination, to Col. The Master of Sempill.1st Jan 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page033
Letter from Humfrey-Sandberg Company Ltd. discussing the trial of a 'free wheel' unit on a car.9th Jan 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page034
Letter discussing a potential gearbox design with two clutches and the benefits of a free-wheel vehicle.9th Jan 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page035
Potential application of the Humphrey Sandberg freewheel for single-cylinder test beds and supercharger drives.4th Oct 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page036
Outlining four potential solutions to the problem of increased vehicle acceleration.10th Oct 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page037
Letter to A.W. Claremont discussing the need for increased acceleration and proposing a test of a freewheel on the gearbox side shaft.24th Oct 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page038
Alternative gearbox design using an epicyclic unit to provide an easily obtainable 3rd speed.24th Oct 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page039
By F.H. Royce discussing novel epicyclic gearbox arrangements and patentable ideas.1st Nov 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page040
Conclusions from testing a De Lavaud scheme freewheel back axle on a Talbot car.1st Nov 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page041
Arranging the trial of a freewheel cancelling clutch and an epicyclic third gear.20th Nov 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page042
Requesting the return of papers regarding a gear-changing device called a Synchronostat.20th Feb 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page043
Advantages of a Synchrostat coupling over a freewheel device and requesting to test a car fitted with it.4th Mar 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page044
From 'R' discussing various gearbox designs and potential improvements for SS and 20 HP models.5th Mar 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page045
American schemes and the performance of an 'SS' vehicle after completing 14,000 miles.20th Mar 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page046
Scheme for a freewheel in the sideshaft of the 20 HP gearbox.20th Mar 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page047
And comparing different types of change-speed gearboxes.25th Mar 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page048
Analysis of different gear changing schemes including Freewheel, Salerni coupling, and Synchro-mesh systems.25th Mar 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page049
Gearbox designs, specifically detailing the advantages and disadvantages of internal mesh with dog clutches.25th Mar 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page050
Gearbox difficulties and proposals, including an epicyclic gear with brake.1st Jan 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page051
Report and advertisement for the Millam Free-Wheel and Sprag system.1st Jan 1928Box 6 \ 2  02-page052
The operation and advantages of the Millam Free-Wheel mechanism, complete with component illustrations.3rd Apr 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page053
Required modifications to a gearbox roller cage for a 3rd speed easy change mechanism.3rd Apr 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page054
Assembly of a freewheel mechanism with a hand-cancelling lever.23th Apr 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page055
Modifications and manufacturing options for the freewheel mechanism in the G.4 gearbox sideshaft.23th Apr 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page056
Technical memorandum discussing potential solutions to gearbox problems, focusing on silent and easy gear changes.3rd Jun 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page057
The disadvantages of the Salerni Coupling and proposed modifications to its operation.3rd Jun 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page058
Gearbox design improvements, including helical gears and the Salerni coupling.21th Sep 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page059
Communication regarding the experimental fitting of an epicyclic third-speed gear.21th Sep 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page060
Requesting a new epicyclic clutch spring and altering the clutch clearance for the 3rd speed gear.21th Sep 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page061
Investigation into the comparative noise levels of spur, epicyclic, and internal gears for a silent 3rd speed gearbox.24th Dec 1929Box 6 \ 2  02-page062
Comparing an Isotta Fraschini's performance and gearbox with a proposed change speed gear design.1st Jan 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page063
Mr. Salerni's visit and a potential patent conflict over a gear arrangement.13th Jan 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page064
Development of a silent 4-speed car change speed gear, potentially using a Salerni coupling.13th Jan 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page065
Technical memorandum comparing the silence and performance of various gearbox designs.20th Jan 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page066
'The Gearbox Problem,' reviewing current gearbox technologies and proposing a new epicyclic unit design.21th Feb 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page067
Gearbox design options, including reverse units, servo drives, control methods, and freewheeling.21th Feb 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page068
Gear and clutch design, comparing a 'Salerni' scheme with a suggested new constant mesh design.29th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page069
Investigations and proposals for resolving car gear problems.29th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page070
Various gearbox design alternatives, including gear ratios, clutches, and braking systems.29th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page071
Gearbox design, including epicyclic trains, freewheel connections, and servo control systems.29th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page072
Servo-assisted gear changes and an alternative freewheel sideshaft design.7th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page073
The progress and results of the Salerni coupling applied to EAC.7.7th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page074
List of urgent design work for cars, covering the petrol pump, carburetter, change gear, and hydraulic shock dampers.20th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page075
On the philosophy of continuous improvement and forward-thinking design to maintain a standard of perfection.20th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page076
Gearbox changing, silence, and the potential adoption of freewheel technology.15th Jan 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page077
Gearbox performance, comparing gear quietness and functionality with competitors like Graham-Paige, Chrysler and Armstrong-Siddeley.15th Jan 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page078
Problems and preliminary designs for a full epicyclic gearbox.2nd Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page079
Investigation into different methods of obtaining a necessary gear ratio, detailing five gear train arrangements.12th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page080
Design investigation and patent application details for a synchro-mesh gear control system.12th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page081
Analysis of gear change braking requirements, torque calculations, and potential control system improvements.12th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page082
Page from a report discussing transmission difficulties and suggestions related to coasting.12th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page083
Three schemes for gearbox problems, including diagrams and proposals.14th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page084
Different gearbox and clutch mechanisms, comparing Armstrong-Siddeley, epicyclic, and Chrysler designs.14th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page085
Technical memo discussing improvements to the change gear mechanism, including jaw clutches and resilient couplings.29th Apr 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page086
Alternative designs for an 'Easy Change Third' gear, comparing a free wheel side shaft with a Maybach scheme.26th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page087
Proposal for a scheme to cover the exposed lubricated surface of the change speed ball on the L.H. chassis change gear.29th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page088
Gearbox problems and proposed epicyclic schemes, with comparisons to other designs.26th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page089
Automatic gear change control systems, comparing features and potential designs.29th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page090
Technical objections to the Maybach gearbox and considering alternative 'Easy Change 3rd' gear schemes.29th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page091
The development and peculiarities of a freewheel sideshaft for a 25 HP gearbox.26th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page092
Decision to drop the Maybach gearbox and focus on developing an alternative easy-change third gear.1st May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page093
The failure of a free-wheel device on car 12-G4 after 588 miles.31th May 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page094
On the failure of the free-wheel mechanism for the third gear on a 20 HP car and the decision not to apply it to the Phantom car.2nd Jun 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page095
Development and sales potential of an easy-change third gear and free-wheel mechanism.9th Jun 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page096
Internal memorandum discussing an experimental easy change gearbox using a constant mesh double helical gear.2nd Jul 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page097
Failed free-wheel for the 25 HP model and the need for a modified design.2nd Jul 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page098
The development of an epicyclic easy-change gearbox, noting issues with the braking system.8th Jul 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page099
'Silent Third Gear' and the potential purchase of a Graham Paige car for evaluation.30th Jul 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page100
The urgent requirement to improve the gearbox for the Phantom engine, focusing on the 2nd and 3rd speeds.22th Aug 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page101
Testing of competitor cars, Studebaker and Graham Paige, in relation to developing a silent third gearbox.29th Aug 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page102
Silent third gear and comparing Graham Paige and Studebaker cars.1st Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page103
Summary outlining design requirements and proposed schemes for a new change gear system, focusing on silent operation and gear engagement methods.20th Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page104
Technical comparison of various gearbox designs including spool gear, freewheel & jam clutch, and synchro-mesh.10th Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page105
Typed page from a report discussing an epicyclic gear design and project challenges.1st Aug 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page106
Various gearbox schemes to achieve a silent third gear.2nd Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page107
Report comparing the Graham Paige car to the Phantom II, leading to a proposal for a new engine construction experiment.2nd Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page108
Development of a silent third gear, expressing concern over a return to an epicyclic gear design.8th Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page109
Schemes for a silent third gear, including an epicyclic design and fitting a freewheel to a Phantom car.9th Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page110
Modifications to cure a rattle in the L.H. Phantom change gear mechanism.22th Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page111
'Maybach' gearbox and twelve-cylinder engine and the prospect of purchasing a car for evaluation.24th Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page112
Various 'easy change' gearbox schemes for the Phantom II and 25 HP models following a visit to West Wittering.30th Sep 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page113
Gearbox from the U.S.A and the plan to fit Maybach type clutches.12th Oct 1931Box 6 \ 2  02-page114
From 'Sg.' to 'Hs.' discussing development schemes for 'easy change' gearboxes, including the Phantom II and Maybach clutches.3rd Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page115
Differences between the proposed epicyclic gear for the Phantom and the 25 HP, and the reasoning for fitting Maybach clutches.4th Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page116
Construction of a specimen epicyclic 3rd speed train for testing purposes.4th Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page117
Confirming the dispatch of drawings for a revised epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox for testing purposes.10th Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page118
Proposal for a combined direct electric and mechanically geared transmission system.14th Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page119
Schemes for a revised epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox.16th Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page120
Revisions to the epicyclic third gearbox and an accompanying drawing.25th Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page121
Modification to the jaw clutches in the revised epicyclic third-speed gearbox.28th Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page122
Sending scheme 3159, detailing a modification to the 1st speed dogs for the all-epicyclic gearbox.29th Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page123
On revisions to the epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox, detailing an experimental lubrication system.1st Oct 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page124
Revisions to the epicyclic 3rd speed gearbox.10th Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page125
Review of the company's position on adopting various contemporary change gear technologies.1st Nov 1930Box 6 \ 2  02-page126


Copyright Sustain 2025, All Rights Reserved.    whatever is rightly done, however humble, is noble
An unhandled error has occurred. Reload 🗙