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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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Graph showing the ignition advance that causes audible detonation at constant speed and full load, comparing standard and long duration cams.15th Aug 1919Box 66a \ 2  scan0228
Graph comparing the performance (B.HP vs R.P.M.) of a standard and an experimental camshaft on a Standard Phantom engine.15th Aug 1919Box 66a \ 2  scan0229
Proposal for using rollerless tappets and a new cam form for the Sports Phantom model.17th Sep 1927Box 66a \ 2  scan0230
Performance comparison report between standard and long duration camshafts, detailing hill climb and acceleration tests.20th Oct 1927Box 66a \ 2  scan0231
Material choice and design for camshaft bearings.9th Mar 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0232
Request to use standard rocker covers instead of thin wall types on aluminium heads to reduce tappet noise.1st Apr 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0233
Confirming a verbal request to use standard rocker covers over thin-wall types due to increased tappet noise.1st Apr 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0234
Phantom rocker brackets, recommending a return to all-steel versions due to uneven expansion issues.12th Jul 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0235
Material change for Phantom engine rocker shaft brackets due to thermal expansion issues.12th Jul 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0236
Material change for valve rocker brackets on the Phantom engine.13th Jul 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0237
Diagnosing and curing an elusive squeak or note in the engine, caused by the oil pump gears.30th Oct 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0238
Depot sheet recommendation concerning tappet adjustment for Phantom F.2.B. series engines with aluminium cylinder heads.1st Nov 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0239
Standardisation of a Phantom Rocker Cover to prevent it from working loose and to create an oil-tight joint.25th Sep 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0240
Fitting of a new part to an H series chassis, including the test date and associated costs.28th Jan 1929Box 66a \ 2  scan0241
Practical considerations for camshaft design, including valve lift, floating speed, and valve lift curves.20th Dec 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0242
Harmonic camshafts, valve spring forces, and modifications to reduce valve gear clatter.29th Dec 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0243
Suggestion to simplify mathematical expressions for cam lift using sinusoidal functions.29th Dec 1928Box 66a \ 2  scan0244
Blueprint for a combustion chamber model, detailing various sections and spark plug positioning.21th May 1935Box 66a \ 3  scan0001
Drawing LeC.1990 which details a revised magneto coupling with a friction cone adjustment.2nd Jul 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0002
Requesting suggestions for the shape and size of a mirror for viewing contact breaker points on the 40/50 model.18th Aug 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0003
Proposal to adapt a friction drum type of adjustment for the magneto coupling on the EAG.2.13th Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0004
Revised magneto coupling designs and Mr. Royce's preferences.28th Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0005
Blue-print for a taper Magneto Drive and the progress on a set of Undershields.26th Feb 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0006
Secret document detailing proposed modifications to improve the oil retaining device on a dynamo drive.3rd Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0007
Recommendation to try a specific scheme with a particular nut due to its sensitivity to end location.3rd Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0008
Secret memo regarding a drawing for a Dynamo Drive Oil Retainer.4th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0009
Modification to the dynamo drive to cure a rattle, referencing drawing LeC.2028.17th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0010
Secret memo discussing design modifications for an anti-rattle dynamo drive.1st Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0011
Secret memo regarding the design of the Dynamo Drive carrier shaft spring.15th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0012
Alteration document for a modified Hardy fabric coupling used for dynamo and magneto drives on aero engines.24th Sep 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0013
Magneto drive slip and camshaft drive failure, with proposed solutions.16th Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0014
Requesting the creation of parts for engine mountings and a test rig adaptor, with a query about sourcing different fabric discs.3rd Oct 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0015
To Mr. Hancock regarding the Dynamo Drive - Damping Brake.25th May 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0016
Lubrication issue with the Phantom ignition control countershaft lever.31th May 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0017
Sports Phantom magneto bracket, noting a change in tilt angle.13th Oct 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0018
Design options for the dynamo drive due to pressure of work.21th Jan 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0019
Positioning of the EAC.10 Magneto Drive in relation to the Phantom model.2nd Feb 1923Box 66a \ 3  scan0020
Page 2 of a memo regarding a spring and ball thrust mechanism used to manage water leakage.2nd Feb 1923Box 66a \ 3  scan0021
Sales brochure for the Maybach 12 Cylinder Type Zeppelin, with a list of branch offices and agencies.2nd Feb 1923Box 66a \ 3  scan0022
Specification page for the Maybach 12 Type Zeppelin car detailing its springs, brakes, instruments, and body styles.2nd Feb 1923Box 66a \ 3  scan0023
Promotional brochure for the Maybach 12 Type Zeppelin car, detailing its features and specifications.14th Jun 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0024
New design scheme for a throttle governor after a previous version was cancelled.14th Jun 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0025
Of a throttle governor scheme and the required alterations.6th Jun 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0026
Test on engine throttle movement and the resulting horsepower at various RPMs.26th Jun 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0027
Alterations to engine controls for the addition of a throttle governor, referencing specific drawings and requesting a new spring.30th Jun 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0028
Alterations for the addition of a throttle governor carburetter, referencing drawing No.LeC.1888.1st Jul 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0029
Requesting a critique of a report on the EAC Throttle Governor and its comparison to the 40/50 HP model.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0030
Comparison of the functioning of the EAC and 40/50 HP throttle governors.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0031
Mathematical analysis of the behavior of 40/50 & EAC governors.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0032
Comparison of the EAC and 40/50 throttle governors, detailing their respective pull, movement, and performance characteristics.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0033
Comparison of governor sensitivity and the mechanics of springs required for adjustment.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0034
The inconsistency of the governor's performance at reasonable road speeds.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0035
Technical note on the tendencies and performance of the 40/50 type governor throttle.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0036
Recommendations for alterations to the EAC throttle governor, including diagrams.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0037
Secret memo discussing the design of the throttle governor for the EAC model, comparing it to the 40/50 chassis.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0038
Data sheet with graphs showing performance characteristics of the E.A.C. Throttle Governor.23th Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0039
Trial and implementation of a direct governor control butterfly throttle.29th Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0040
Analysing issues with the EAC throttle governor's heavy hand control.9th Feb 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0041
The mechanics of a throttle controlling spring, butterfly throttle, and governor control.11th Feb 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0042
Specifying the requirements for a torsional spring for a throttle governor.11th Feb 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0043
Graph comparing new and existing throttle governor cams based on angular movement and throttle opening.13th Jan 1944Box 66a \ 3  scan0044
New design for the throttle governor and requesting valve opening information.2nd Feb 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0045
Secret memo detailing a modification to the E.A.C. Adjustable Throttle Lever, referencing drawing LsC.2011.3rd Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0046
Requesting the design of a new butterfly throttle closing spring.16th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0047
Modification to a throttle governor, focusing on the selection of a spring with a different load rating.20th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0048
Secret memo discussing modifications and issues with a throttle governor control system.23th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0049
Secret memo discussing the design and testing of a throttle governor control.26th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0050
Issues with the throttle governor return spring and an anti-rattling device.28th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0051
Secret memo from E. to Hs. discussing modifications to the throttle governor spring and generator drive.30th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0052
Error in placing a spring for the throttle camshaft, requesting a modified spring be fitted and tested.30th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0053
Blueprint scheme for a return spring on a throttle governor.30th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0054
Proposed modification to the 'V' Series accelerator control to address wear issues and ensure full throttle movement.4th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0055
Tests and alterations made to an E.A.C. throttle governor to improve its performance.21th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0056
Butterfly throttle load issues at low speeds and potential solutions involving control levers.21th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0057
Investigating high-speed lag, attributing it to camshaft friction and proposing solutions like ball bearings.21th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0058
Throttle governor road tests.21th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0059
Graph comparing the performance of a new throttle governor cam against an existing one (L.E.C. 1889).13th Jan 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0060
Comparison of two throttle governor control lever arrangements to reduce the load on the hand control.18th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0061
Graphs detailing performance data for the E.A.C. Throttle Governor.1st Jan 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0062
Design and analysis of a modified throttle control spring for a 20 HP engine, including diagrams and performance graphs.20th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0063
The improvement from using ball bearings on the throttle governor control shaft.1st Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0064
Investigations into the EAC throttle governor, detailing improvements from fitting ball bearings to the camshaft.1st Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0065
Secret memo regarding the throttle governor, discussing friction in ball bearings and comparing accelerator pedal travel across different car models.27th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0066
Instructions for setting the throttle governor for EAC throttles using a specific device.28th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0067
Blueprint detailing an arm for setting the E.A.C. throttle with specific assembly instructions.30th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0068
Instruction sheet for setting the control rod from the governor.30th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0069
Instructions for setting the F.A.C. throttle governor operating roller using a spirit level.30th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0070
Sending instructions and a device for setting the throttle governor.28th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0071
Instructions for setting the E.A.C. throttle governor operating roller.30th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0072
Instructions for setting the control rod from the governor.10th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0073
Blueprint of an arm for setting the E.A.C. throttle in the correct position relative to a roller.30th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0074
Graph comparing throttle governor performance for the 40/50 model with three different camshaft schemes.29th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0075
Secret memo regarding a 'V' Series Throttle Governor design incorporating Skefco ball bearings.29th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0076
Secret memo regarding two alternative designs for a throttle governor control mechanism.29th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0077
Device for setting the throttle governor and a suggestion for testing oil relays.1st May 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0078
Authorisation sheet for a modification to the R.A.C. Throttle Governor.4th May 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0079
Note confirming receipt of C.J.'s consent for Authorisation Sheet No.2 regarding the E.A.C. Throttle Governor.7th May 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0080
Governor control levers coming loose on two cars, with a proposal to increase the bolt size.1st Jul 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0081
Investigation into explosions in the silencer of the Phantom model, comparing it to the Silver Ghost.8th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0082
Throttle bearing friction and comparing engine explosions in Hispano and Lancia cars.8th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0083


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