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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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Issues with crankshaft dampers, including 'galloping' knock, and exploring alternative materials like woven cotton and Chrysler's rubber ring design.14th Jan 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0100
Investigating and rectifying a knock in engine 7-LP.16th Jan 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0101
The setting of slipper flywheels and their adjustments.16th Jan 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0102
Materials for crankshaft damper friction surfaces and their effect on engine vibration periods.1st Feb 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0103
The Phantom Slipper Flywheel, referencing document LeC. 2520.6th Mar 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0104
Design, materials, and patenting of a corrugated disc drive for a damper flywheel.9th Mar 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0105
Letter to Rolls Royce of America regarding the potential supply and production difficulty of fabric friction discs for damping flywheels.16th Mar 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0106
Testing a Phantom Slipper Wheel with cotton duck friction rings.1st Apr 1930Box 66 \ 4  scan0107
Comparing the performance of different slipper wheel fitters over mileage.20th Mar 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0108
Test results comparing slipper flywheels made of Bakelite versus Cotton Duck to address a 'Galloping Knock' on the Phantom model.20th Mar 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0109
Complaints about a material, difficulty sourcing woven cotton duck, and proposed alterations.18th Apr 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0110
Recommending the adoption of a new spring and loading for Phantom Slipper Flywheels following satisfactory testing.16th May 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0111
Request to order two cork washers with specific dimensions for the Phantom slipper wheel.1st Jun 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0112
Request to lighten a pair of standard Phantom slipper wheels according to an attached sketch.27th Jul 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0113
Drive flexibility from the clutch, engine torque effects, and potential flywheel inertia adjustments.25th Oct 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0114
Cancelling the suggestion for cadmium plating on Phantom clutches due to seizing issues and outlining the new procedures.23th Nov 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0115
Report from Melbourne about difficulties with lubrication points, oil egress, and mud ingress on the New Phantom model.4th Dec 1928Box 66 \ 4  scan0116
Responding to a letter, discussing issues with the Phantom clutch and the practice of slipping it.24th Mar 1929Box 66 \ 4  scan0117
Customer's (Mrs. Taylor) complaint about a noise in car 37-WR, diagnosing it as a transmission oscillation.11th May 1929Box 66 \ 4  scan0118
Secret memo regarding the redesign of an EAU engine's exhaust system to accommodate a sequence starter motor.29th Nov 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0119
Modifications to the fabric engine coupling and epicyclic starter gear for the 'V' Series.1st Sep 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0120
Gear design improvements, including teeth lengthening, shaft strength, and bearing choices.19th Mar 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0121
The testing and standardisation of a new fabric coupling for the 40/50 HP car.19th Mar 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0122
The failure of a fabric coupling on a 98-NK car.31th Mar 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0123
Secret memo discussing the failure of a transmission coupling and potential redesigns.31th Mar 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0124
Secret report on the failure of a fabric coupling on car 98-NK after 10,000 miles, detailing the nature of the fractures and discussing design constraints for a replacement.31th Mar 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0125
Analysis of disc and reinforcing plate specifications and an investigation into a component failure.31th Mar 1935Box 66 \ 4  scan0126
Failures of 'Alpe' type disc couplings during dynamometer testing and a proposal for their strengthening.31th Mar 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0127
Secret memo regarding a new, stronger fabric engine coupling disc for 'EAC' and methods for making its ferrules.1st Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0128
Technical note discussing design advantages and modifications for a disc assembly, including plates and gearbox housing clearance.1st Mar 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0129
Current status and options for resolving engine coupling and chassis groan issues.3rd Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0130
Use of rubber blocks and the progress on a new design scheme.3rd Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0131
Decoded telegram regarding chassis coupling and component testing issues.6th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0132
Strength issues and modifications for a gearbox fabric coupling.15th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0133
Failure of a fabric engine coupling, attributing it to sharp-edged reinforcing plates.17th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0134
Design for a new chassis with the gearbox attached directly to the engine.20th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0135
Secret memo requesting comparative results for different sized fabric couplings on a load reversal test rig.22th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0136
Despatch of two fabric couplings to Mr. Royce at West Wittering for inspection.24th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0137
Telegram received by telephone regarding failed fabric couplings.24th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0138
Multiple disc fabric engine coupling sent for comparison testing.27th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0139
CJ to Hs inquiring about the progress of trials in France regarding over-oiling and fabric coupling.28th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0140
Secret memorandum discussing the problem of fabric couplings for 40/50 and EAC models, including testing and alternatives.28th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0141
Design, testing, and stress calculations for a fabric coupling.29th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0142
Secret memorandum detailing design changes to a fabric engine coupling.29th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0143
Fabric coupling tests conducted on a joggling rig.29th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0144
Preliminary report on fabric coupling tests.29th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0145
Schematic for a joggling rig designed for Hardy Fabrics, including component details and torque calculations.4th May 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0146
The 5,000-mile test of the 'EAC' fabric coupling, comparing its perfect condition to the previous version's failure.4th May 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0147
From AJS to HS regarding the use of an 'Alpé' disc as an engine coupling on an experimental car.4th May 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0148
Test rig for a fabric coupling, including a reference to drawing LeC.2059.5th May 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0149
The durability and lifespan of a fabric coupling after 15,000 miles.4th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0150
Requesting information on fabric couplings for comparative testing and design purposes.1st Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0151
The testing of a modified, thickened fabric coupling for EAC.1st Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0152
Status of fabric couplings, confirming no immediate changes and outlining conditions for future testing.15th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0153
Design of an EAC. 7 engine coupling, using three fabric discs with hollow rivets.20th Jul 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0154
Complaint regarding loose bolts on the New Phantom's fabric couplings.3rd Dec 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0155
Instructions on dealing with slack bolts on New Phantom fabric couplings.14th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0156
Instructions on the method for dealing with slack bolts on New Phantom fabric couplings.14th Dec 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0157
Clarifying a modification to the Phantom I fabric engine coupling, noting a new design had already been issued.30th Sep 1930Box 66 \ 4  scan0158
Clarifying a modification to the Phantom 1 fabric engine coupling to prevent misunderstanding.30th Sep 1930Box 66 \ 4  scan0159
Parts list for the assembly of chassis 1. E.X.30th Jun 1919Box 66 \ 4  scan0160
Customer complaints and proposed solutions regarding the actuation of the reverse gear mechanism.16th Mar 1922Box 66 \ 4  scan0161
Clarifying the development priorities between a new 4-speed gearbox, a four-wheel braking system, and various EAC car models.22th Jan 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0162
Secret memorandum discussing production priorities for EAC.IV and EAC.II components.1st Jan 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0163
Progress report on the design and completion status of projects EAC.2 and the new four-speed gearbox EAC.4.25th Jan 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0164
Design work, progress, and resource allocation for engine, gearbox, and chassis components.25th Jan 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0165
Secret memo regarding the production of model EAC.II and a proposal to relocate the starter motor to the engine.14th Apr 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0166
Secret memorandum discussing Mr. Stent's less costly design scheme for a Reverse Pinion 40/50.14th Apr 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0167
Requesting a report on the cause and prevention of seizing reverse pinions on 40/50 HP models during testing.3rd Oct 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0168
Standardisation report for the reverse pinion in the gearbox.25th Sep 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0169
Testing of a new gearbox and potential compatibility issues with a new engine and clutch.12th Nov 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0170
Secret memorandum about the differences and modifications for the EAC.11 gearbox.12th Nov 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0171
Proposed modification to the steering gear-ratio of the 40/50 HP model to reduce driver effort and prevent wobble.25th Nov 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0172
Secret memo regarding the performance and standardisation of a lower geared steering system.26th Nov 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0173
The recurring issue of the 40/50 HP gear box reverse pinion seizing up.30th Dec 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0174
Remedy for the 40/50 HP chassis reverse pinion seizing up by introducing a floating bush.31th Dec 1924Box 66 \ 4  scan0175
Cause of a reverse pinion seizing up on a 40/50 HP chassis.1st Jan 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0176
Modifications to the fabric engine coupling and epicyclic starter gear for the 'V' Series.1st Jan 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0177
Modifications to a gear, shaft, and bearing assembly for increased strength and load capacity.19th Jan 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0178
Secret memo regarding a complaint about 'chatter marks' on a 'V' Series Gearbox shaft.19th Jan 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0179
Complaints about the sticky change speed lever on the 'V' series gearbox.21th Jan 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0180
Secret memo on resolving issues with the 40/50 gearbox by supplying a torsionally free pinion.1st Mar 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0181
Secret memorandum discussing the failure of a transmission coupling and considering potential design solutions.25th Mar 1931Box 66 \ 4  scan0182
Design modifications and strength improvements for a gearbox fabric coupling.15th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0183
Design considerations for gearboxes, specifically regarding sliding pinions, splines, and shafts.19th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0184
Secret memo discussing further work on a new chassis design, with the gearbox attached directly to the engine.20th Apr 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0185
Sticking gear lever on the 'W' Series gearbox and potential modifications.6th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0186
The 9-PK mock-up chassis and its original gearbox.8th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0187
Modifications to the body-frame chassis gearbox and change lever shaft.8th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0188
Modifications to springs, levers, frames, and gearboxes, and answering questions on production status.10th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0189
Timeline for introducing new parts like side levers and gearcases following a 10,000-mile trial.20th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0190
Comparing water boiling experiments between the New Phantom and Silver Ghost models, and radiator design.20th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0191
Improvements to a chassis, focusing on the strength of the front springs and front wheel brakes.20th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0192
Gearbox modifications concerning the torsionally free double pinion, splines, and gear teeth.20th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0193
Clearances for a gate, interlock, and sliding gear mechanism.29th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0194
Modifications to the 'W' series 40/50 gearbox, specifically regarding a new sliding change lever shaft unit.29th Jun 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0195
Alterations to the 'W' series gearbox based on drawing LeC. 2095.1st Jul 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0196
Sending a 9-PK car chassis to Hoopers after a gearbox correction.1st Jul 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0197
Modification to a W. series 40/50 gearbox for the EAC. 7 front suspension scheme.2nd Jul 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0198
Alterations to a W. series 40/50 gearbox to create a rear suspension scheme.2nd Jul 1925Box 66 \ 4  scan0199


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