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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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Need to lighten union connections for stock to match the design used for aero work.28th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0184
Recommending the adoption of spherical unions as an improvement over the current standard.29th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0185
Introduction of new spherical shape unions versus continuing with standard cone unions for the D.2. Series.3rd Jan 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0186
The design and standardization of pipe unions, discussing materials and thread pitches.9th Jan 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0187
Standardisation of chassis parts, specifically union connections, to improve design.20th Dec 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0188
Standardisation sheet with remarks regarding the production and approval of union connections.10th Feb 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0189
Preliminary lightening of the Phantom engine's waterpipe, flywheel, and clutch, alongside improvements to the induction system.10th Feb 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0190
Design changes to the petrol tank, including the deletion of the incoming filter and alterations to the sump and outgoing filter.11th Jun 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0191
Design choices for the 'V' series oil sump cover and drain plug.4th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0192
Need for better petrol filtration and proposing a new specification for future tanks.20th Aug 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0193
Specifications and issues with fuel filter gauzes in carburettors.1st Aug 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0194
The taper of the low-speed needle and the mesh of filters on the New Phantom and Goshawk carburetters.1st Aug 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0195
Fault and proposed improvements for the E.A.C. carburetter filter stud and washer.24th Aug 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0196
Changing the filters in the back tank and carburetters to fine mesh to solve choked jets.25th Aug 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0197
Design and troubleshooting of coarse and fine filters in relation to carburettor and choked jets.1st Aug 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0198
Petrol filters for 20 HP and 40/50 HP models, discussing mesh changes and issues with foreign matter.25th Sep 1924Box 66a \ 3  scan0199
Various petrol filtration setups on Silver Ghost, 20 HP, and E.A.C. models.27th Aug 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0200
Internal memorandum discussing the use of monel metal gauze in petrol filters.1st Sep 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0201
Changing the stud material from Delta Metal to Stainless Steel for the E.A.C. carburetter filter.1st Sep 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0202
Six modifications to the New Phantom petrol tank, based on feedback from the Sales department.9th Sep 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0203
Instructions and considerations for Phantom and Goshawk petrol filters.29th Sep 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0204
Improving filter arrangements from those used in the Silver Ghost.15th Feb 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0205
Suggesting design improvements for petrol fillers and gauges.15th Feb 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0206
Using soft aluminum washers instead of fibre ones for spherical unions.8th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0207
Choking of 20 HP petrol filters and proposing new improved filter systems.3rd Jun 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0208
Standardization of spherical type unions and a potential material revision from gunmetal to steel.6th Jun 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0209
Revised design, materials, and testing of spherical seated unions.19th Dec 1925Box 66a \ 3  scan0210
Suggestion from Melbourne to change the position of the petrol tank filler due to filling issues with Bowsers.29th Nov 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0211
Design improvements and issues with 40/50 water pumps.9th Jan 1928Box 66a \ 3  scan0212
Use of soft aluminium washers in place of fibre washers for revised spherical unions.8th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0213
Oil loss from a New Phantom Engine due to a loose oil pipe clip during testing, proposing potential solutions.16th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0214
Oil loss from a New Phantom Engine caused by a loose oil pipe clip.17th Aug 1926Box 66a \ 3  scan0215
Mr. Royce's approval of spherical seated unions and raising a query about the spigotting of the metal washer.12th Jan 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0216
Fuel delivery issue with the new Phantom petrol tank filter and the proposed modification.31th Jan 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0217
Petrol filter modifications and their impact on Autovac delivery performance, including tabulated test results.31th Jan 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0218
Specifications for cork seating and petrol piping related to an Autovac system, with associated diagrams.8th Oct 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0219
Dispatch of a drawing for the Sports Phantom oil strainer.8th Oct 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0220
Modifications to the oil relief unit, gallery pipe, and crankchamber, referencing drawing Lec. 2483.9th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0221
The oil gallery pipe for the EAC.10 Sports Phantom, specifying sweating instead of brazing.16th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 3  scan0222
Misleading oil relief valve pressures for the 40/50 chassis, suggesting revised figures for drawings.12th Jun 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0001
Pressure discrepancies for the 40/50HP Chassis oil relief valve.24th Sep 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0002
The difficulties of dismantling the oil relief valve on the Phantom model.27th Jan 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0003
Proposal to use stainless steel valves and seats to prevent oil pressure failures caused by foreign matter.13th Feb 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0004
Oil relief valve sticking issues and potential design solutions for Phantom & Goshawk models.13th Feb 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0005
Removal of a relief valve on the Phantom and the design of new guideless replacement valves.20th Feb 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0006
Design of oil relief valves and the challenges with bow spring flexibility and stress.3rd Mar 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0007
Bow spring design options for a pump casing and the accessibility of a valve.13th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0008
Sticking oil pressure relief valves for the Phantom engine.13th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0009
Phantom Oil Pressure Relief Valve, confirming the dispatch of associated blueprints.18th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0010
Delayed fitting of a new oil relief valve for the 20 HP and Phantom models.20th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0011
Proceeding with the detailing of improvements for Phantom & Goshawk oil relief valves.23th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0012
Technical memo discussing the design of Phantom oil relief valves, proposing a three-valve system for extra security.24th Mar 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0013
Comparing two blueprint schemes for Phantom oil relief valves, outlining their respective disadvantages.20th Apr 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0014
Instruction to hold work on the Phantom Oil Relief Valves design to incorporate alterations for accessibility and crankcase compatibility.11th Jun 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0015
Revision to the Phantom oil relief valve and requesting tests on an experimental unit.26th Jun 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0016
Oil pressure figures for Phantom relief valves.29th Jun 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0017
Corrections and alterations to a bow spring control model for a relief valve.19th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0018
The bow spring type of control for a relief valve.22th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0019
Modifications to a bow spring control model for a relief valve.24th Jul 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0020
Standardisation of an oil relief valve to improve reliability.22th Sep 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0021
Oil pressure inconsistencies in 40/50 Oil Relief Valves.17th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0022
Oil pressure specifications and operation for Phantom oil relief valves.22th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0023
Continuation of a note explaining a calculation for main oil pressure.22th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0024
The testing of a 20 HP oil relief valve which is chattering and vibrating.30th Nov 1926Box 66a \ 4  scan0025
Testing a 20 HP pump to eliminate chattering by modifying the low-pressure oil connection to mimic the Phantom pump's design.1st Jan 1927Box 66a \ 4  scan0026
The specifications for springs in a Phantom oil relief valve.1st Jan 1927Box 66a \ 4  scan0027
Alterations to the springs in Phantom relief valves due to incorrect ratings and their effect on oil pressure.1st Jun 1927Box 66a \ 4  scan0028
Three comparative graphs showing oil pressure versus engine revolutions for a Phantom new type relief valve.1st Jul 1927Box 66a \ 4  scan0029
The Phantom Relief Valve and the suitability of a new batch of bow spring material.1st Jul 1927Box 66a \ 4  scan0030
Drawing Lec. 2483 concerning the oil relief unit, gallery pipe, and a revised crankchamber design.9th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 4  scan0031
Alterations to the Phantom Oil Relief Valve.19th Nov 1927Box 66a \ 4  scan0032
23' fan fouling the throttle governor housing and a proposal to reduce its diameter to 22'.14th Jan 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0033
Results of bench experiments conducted on EAC radiator fans.20th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0034
Development, performance testing, and design modifications of various experimental fans.20th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0035
Experiments and modifications on various fan designs to achieve a low power-thrust curve.20th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0036
Continued report on experiments to optimize engine fan blade performance and efficiency.20th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0037
Engine fan speed ratios, belt drive optimization, and proposals for road experiments.20th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0038
Suggestion to standardize an experimental improvement on a fan drive ratio.18th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0039
Graph comparing the performance of various standard and experimental engine cooling fans, plotting speed and power against axial thrust.18th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0040
Graph comparing the thrust and power performance of various fan designs against fan speed.19th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0041
V-belt contact points, experimental fan speed ratios, and an order for 300 chassis.23th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0042
And recommending new experimental ratios for Kestrel Airscrew Carrier (EAC) Fans.24th Mar 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0043
The failure of original EAC 4-bladed sheetmetal fans.1st Apr 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0044
Request to produce an experimental fan set with alternative higher speed ratios based on Mr Clarke's request.2nd Apr 1935Box 66a \ 4  scan0045
Requesting the production of one set of a fan blade and flange, accompanied by blueprints.24th Apr 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0046
Broken E.A.C. fan belt that failed during engine testing.1st May 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0047
Precautions to ensure fans and fan belts on the new 'Phantom' chassis are balanced and run smoothly.4th Jun 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0048
Engine overheating, discussing fan and cowl design.17th Jul 1925Box 66a \ 4  scan0049
Continued report on radiator efficiency tests, comparing airflow at different vehicle speeds.9th May 1927Box 66a \ 4  scan0050
Experiments with the Phantom's radiator fan and shutter control design.9th May 1927Box 66a \ 4  scan0051
Black finish on a control quadrant, suggesting re-engraving the lettering to show as German Silver.23th Jun 1919Box 66a \ 4  scan0052
List of assembled parts and their corresponding numbers for chassis 1.E.X.1st Jun 1919Box 66a \ 4  scan0053
Oil leak from the Magneto Control Tube on a 40/50 chassis and a request to investigate a fix.2nd Jul 1919Box 66a \ 4  scan0054
Inquiry about the lubrication requirements and potential under-oiling of the control sphere on a 40/50 chassis.2nd Jul 1919Box 66a \ 4  scan0055
Solution for oil leaks from the magneto control on the 40/50 chassis.28th Jul 1919Box 66a \ 4  scan0056
Oil leakage from the magneto control tube on the 40/50 chassis.31th Jul 1919Box 66a \ 4  scan0057
Lubrication of the Control Sphere on a 40/50 HP chassis.25th Oct 1918Box 66a \ 4  scan0058
Adjustment of the control connection between the throttle and the governor.16th Apr 1921Box 66a \ 4  scan0059
Car's fuel consumption performance and mixture control operation.20th Jun 1921Box 66a \ 4  scan0060
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America requesting prints for the alteration to the lubrication of the Axle Control Sphere.4th Aug 1921Box 66a \ 4  scan0061


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