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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 plotting Autovac petrol delivery against engine RPM, comparing standard and 3/8' pipe sizes.13th Jun 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0335
Graph showing the effect of petrol pipe size on Autovac petrol delivery at half throttle, plotted against engine RPM.13th Jun 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0336
The performance tests of the 10-EX car at Brooklands, comparing it to a standard 40/50 touring car.6th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0337
Vehicle speed trials, performance limitations due to valve bounce, and proposals for further tests.6th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0338
General remarks on the performance of the 10-EX car, covering suspension, steering, and the Autovac system.6th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0339
Performance comparison of Sports and Standard Touring Phantom chassis 10-EX & 46-PK.6th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0340
Table showing car speed tests under various configurations.7th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0341
Bar chart showing the gain or loss in lap speed (M.P.H.) for the 10 E.X. model under various conditions.7th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0342
Performance graph of an aluminum engine with a long duration camshaft and turbulent head, showing BHP vs RPM and various power loss/gain calculations.7th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0343
List of required improvements and specifications for the Sports Phantom engine and car.9th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0344
Required improvements for the Sports Phantom Engine and associated car before production.1st Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0345
Brooklands track tests comparing a 17-tooth axle with a 16-tooth axle, noting poor weather and issues with a Claudel carburetter.13th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0346
Test report summarising the effects of balloon tyres and modifications to valve springs and crankcase bolts.13th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0347
The effects of various vehicle modifications on speed.8th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0348
Record of speed tests conducted at Brooklands, showing the impact of various car modifications on lap times.8th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0349
Bar chart illustrating the gain or loss in speed resulting from various vehicle alterations during tests at Brooklands.8th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0350
Proposal to introduce a new graded scheme for chassis power tests based on engine RPM.28th Sep 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0351
Arguing against higher geared rear axle ratios to improve low-speed performance and acceleration, particularly for the Australian market.11th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0352
Engine performance, gearing ratios, and suitability for Australian conditions.17th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0353
Analysis of the factors controlling the limiting oil temperature on F.XI engines.17th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0354
Technical analysis of heat distribution and friction losses in a 6-cylinder engine unit.17th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0355
Analysis of engine tests varying oil discharge to study its effects on heat dissipation from bearings and pistons.17th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0356
Continued report on experiments concerning engine oil temperature, circulation, and the effects of compression ratios on pistons.19th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0357
Supplement to a report on oil temperature, clarifying friction losses and heat transfer experiments on a Phantom engine.19th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0358
Analysis of heat loss from the crankcase and the effect of reduced oil flow on engine temperatures.19th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0359
Energy diagram for a 40-50 HP engine with a 3.9 compression ratio, plotting energy percentage against R.P.M.19th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0360
Table of test results showing the effect of oil flow on temperature and heat given to oil.17th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0361
Sankey diagram illustrating the heat distribution and energy losses for a 6-cylinder FXI engine.17th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0362
Methods to improve the high-speed performance of the Phantom model through body modifications.27th Oct 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0363
Chart detailing potential speed increases from various modifications to a large 100hp touring car.24th Nov 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0364
Analysing carburettor test results concerning maintaining power at high speeds for the Sports Phantom engine.24th Nov 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0365
Comparison of gas velocities and valve timing experiments on 20 HP, Lorraine, and Phantom engines.24th Nov 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0366
Camshaft experiments and factors required for high power maintenance at high rotative speeds.25th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 4  scan0367
Graph showing the power increase on a Phantom engine due to a low depression carburettor.25th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 4  scan0368
Graph showing the estimated power increase against reduced induction pipe depression for a standard Phantom carburettor at 2750 RPM.25th Nov 1924Box 69 \ 4  scan0369
Graph comparing gas velocity past valves against engine RPM for various models.26th May 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0370
Graph from 20 HP experiments showing the effect of large valves and long duration cams on power output.26th May 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0371
Phantom camshaft experiments comparing standard vs long duration camshafts on engine performance and valve timing.21th Jan 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0372
Phantom power development, outlining proposed modifications to increase engine horsepower.28th Nov 1927Box 69 \ 4  scan0373
Comparing the performance of the 'Continental' Phantom against the standard car model.23th Feb 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0374
Sports car performance, customer expectations, and a comparison with competing models.23th Feb 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0375
Performance comparison of the Continental Phantom against other cars and a discussion on its design.23th Feb 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0376
The advantages of a new rear-end design for fast cars, mentioning performance, stability, and practicality.23th Feb 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0377
Performance graph showing the estimated power output of a Phantom engine against RPM at a 4.6 to 1 compression ratio.23th Feb 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0378
Graph comparing the acceleration of Standard versus Continental Phantom models.23th Feb 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0379
Performance graph comparing car speed against time for Standard and Continental models.15th Feb 1926Box 69 \ 4  scan0380
Performance comparison graph for Standard and Sports Phantom engines.15th Feb 1926Box 69 \ 4  scan0381
Proposed new minimum line curves for the 'New Phantom Horse Power' on the dynamometer.6th Jul 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0382
Performance graph showing engine Horsepower (HP) versus Revolutions Per Minute (R.P.M.) for different test conditions.6th Jul 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0383
Graph comparing engine RPM against lift in pounds for 3rd gear and top gear, showing average performance and proposed minimums.1st Aug 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0384
Vehicle performance, including weights, power curves, and the relationship between horsepower, weight, and acceleration.1st Aug 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0385
List of chassis weights for various 40/50 HP models, including the Silver Ghost and New Phantom.1st Aug 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0386
Graph showing acceleration curves for the Phantom, Silver Ghost, and 20HP open touring cars.15th Aug 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0387
Performance graph for a 20 HP flywheel clutch, including various chassis weight specifications.15th Aug 1928Box 69 \ 4  scan0388
Graph comparing the flywheel horsepower curves for the Phantom and Silver Ghost engines.24th Jul 1929Box 69 \ 4  scan0389
Defining the K.2 Series 40/50 HP Chassis, detailing chassis numbers and enclosing a manufacturing programme.24th Jul 1929Box 69 \ 4  scan0390
Blueprint for a revised E.A.C. II sports car with a Barker Sports Body.8th Dec 1925Box 70 \ 1  scan0001
Clarifying the specifications of a fitted dash, steering, and pedals, suggesting measurements be taken to resolve an issue.16th Feb 1931Box 70 \ 1  scan0002
Clarifying specifications for the Phantom I, 10-EX, regarding subframe, dashboard, steering, and axles.10th Feb 1931Box 70 \ 1  scan0003
Clarification on the specification for a Phantom I. 10-EX chassis due to partial records.12th Feb 1931Box 70 \ 1  scan0004
Responding to a query about car body modifications, specifically the dash position and steering column.12th Feb 1931Box 70 \ 1  scan0005
With queries about the dash and steering specifications for car 10.EX.12th Feb 1931Box 70 \ 1  scan0006
Requesting clarification on the experimental specifications for car 10-EX.5th Feb 1931Box 70 \ 1  scan0007
Requesting a chassis print and details of spring weight suitability for Messrs. Hooper.6th Feb 1931Box 70 \ 1  scan0008
Identifying chassis 10-EX as a 'W' series short chassis that corresponds with an attached coachbuilders blueprint.4th Feb 1931Box 70 \ 1  scan0009
Internal request for chassis particulars with a handwritten response detailing the specifications.2nd Feb 1931Box 70 \ 1  scan0010
Modifications for three standard F.2B series sports cars and referencing the 17-EX specification.16th Jan 1930Box 70 \ 1  scan0011
Instructions regarding modifications to chassis 10-EX to match previous sporting models.14th Jan 1930Box 70 \ 1  scan0012
Requesting information about alterations to Chassis 10-EX, specifically concerning three cars with sporting bodies and rounded backs.14th Jan 1930Box 70 \ 1  scan0013
Four options for handling Chassis 10-EX, which contains a large number of non-standard parts.19th Dec 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0014
Experimental 10-EX car, its continuous modifications, and recommendations for standardizing certain parts.17th Dec 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0015
Return of car 10-EX for repair work to make it fit for sale.10th Dec 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0016
Request for a specification of non-standard parts for Chassis No. 10-EX after initial testing and examination.16th Dec 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0017
Sale and required modifications for the 10-EX Sports Phantom car.16th Dec 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0018
Letter from Hs. to Lappin regarding the allocation and use of the 10-EX car by the Aero Department.8th Nov 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0019
Taking over a car for sale, the fitting of a new frame, and arranging a car for a lubrication scheme.14th Nov 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0020
Private letter regarding uncertain arrangements for transporting Mr. Stevens to Derby in car 10-EX.12th Nov 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0021
Sending chassis number 10-EX for inspection trials and experiments at the Works.15th Nov 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0022
Potential issues with bonnet locks for the Phantom II and 10-EX chassis.10th Dec 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0023
Clarifying the build year and specifications for chassis 10-EX.11th Dec 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0024
Build and upgrade history for Chassis 10-EX.11th Dec 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0025
Decision to sell the 10-EX car and the reallocation of planned experiments to other vehicles.8th Nov 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0026
The unjustifiable expenditure of car '10-EX' for the Aero Department due to poor engine orders.5th Nov 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0027
Potential sale of the experimental car 10-EX, and comparing it to a later version shown to the Prince of Wales.29th Oct 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0028
Withdrawal of a 40/50 HP car and whether to sell it or keep the chassis for experimental use.8th Nov 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0029
Potential buyer for an experimental car and querying the status of the 10-EX.28th Oct 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0030
Typed memo regarding the replacement of a faulty petrol gauge and scheduling car maintenance for car 10-EX.17th Sep 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0031
Timed tests for climbing Ticknall Hill using various gear change methods and vehicles.22th Aug 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0032
Future use of experimental cars 10-EX and 10-G3.6th Mar 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0033
Notification that repairs to the 10-EX car are almost complete and it will be ready for collection.21th Mar 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0034
Performance curves from tests on the 10-EX car at Brooklands, comparing it to a standard Phantom.2nd Mar 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0035
From A.J. Lidsey to W/S regarding the progress of the 10-EX vehicle.18th Mar 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0036
Letter from 'Lp' to 'Hs' about a road trip in car 10-EX, detailing a petrol pipe failure and an engine overheating issue.23th Feb 1929Box 70 \ 1  scan0037
Accident involving the 10-EX car.20th Nov 1928Box 70 \ 1  scan0038
List of spares and accessories received with chassis 10EX.14th Nov 1928Box 70 \ 1  scan0039
Instructions for modifying the petrol gauge, shock absorbers, springs, and relay on the 10-EX car.26th Oct 1928Box 70 \ 1  scan0040
Clarifying that the experimental car 10-EX is being used for steering and suspension tests, not being developed as a speed car.5th Jul 1928Box 70 \ 1  scan0041
Test report comparing the steering and handling of a 6.5-litre Bentley with a Rolls-Royce 10-EX car.28th Jun 1928Box 70 \ 1  scan0042
Report comparing steering systems, focusing on column movement, wobbles, and flexibility between two different manufacturer's vehicles.28th Jun 1928Box 70 \ 1  scan0043
Performance and engineering assessment of a vehicle's major components.28th Jun 1928Box 70 \ 1  scan0044


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