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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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The failure of an E.A.C. Pendulum Lever during a bumping test, recommending a halt until the design is reconsidered.17th Nov 1923Box 72 \ 3  scan0284
Secret memo discussing potential modifications to the EAC.1 and 2 steering column to make steering easier.1st Jan 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0285
Breakages in steering and front springs, proposing design changes and further testing.16th Jan 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0286
Secret and confidential memo discussing the phenomenon of 'jaggers' (vibrations) in front wheel brakes and potential solutions.21th Jan 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0287
Brake and steering system testing and proposed improvements.21th Jan 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0288
Effects of unequal braking on centre point steering and potential solutions.2nd Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0289
Scheme for applying roller and ball bearings to a steering box rocking shaft.2nd Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0290
Secret memo discussing the performance and potential improvements for a new steering box.11th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0291
Secret memorandum discussing steering design changes to address friction and wobbles caused by front wheel brakes.14th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0292
Secret internal memo discussing steering shocks and spring adjustments on an experimental car.19th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0293
Secret memo evaluating a new steering box and pedal setup on an experimental car, comparing it to the standard model.21th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0294
Secret memo discussing potential solutions and ideas for steering and road shock issues.26th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0295
Potential causes and solutions for steering issues like shocks, wobbles, and heavy steering.27th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0296
The steering effects of fitting steel artillery wheels in place of wire wheels.27th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0297
Steering tests and modifications for the 40/50 HP car.28th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0298
Modifications to a front-wheel brake car, including spring changes and steering tube fabrication.6th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0299
Steering geometry, road shocks, and wheel types.6th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0300
Note discussing the ideal weight for a steering wheel, balancing feel with structural limitations.7th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0301
Steering troubles, specifically the effects of pivot lean, bad geometry, and oblique shocks.7th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0302
Suggested reinforcement for the frame at the front spring anchorage to prevent buckling.18th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0303
Secret memo from a meeting at Le Canadel regarding steering with front-wheel brakes, front axles, and wheels.22th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0304
The resolution of steering problems and sending new parts to France for testing.27th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0305
Modifications to steering and suspension to mitigate road shocks.10th Apr 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0306
40/50 steering characteristics, pivot adjustments and low speed wobbles.1st Apr 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0307
Steering performance issues, particularly with the addition of front wheel brakes.11th Apr 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0308
Steering stress caused by wheel obstructions and potential solutions.16th Apr 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0309
Defects and adjustments for the E.A.C. steering servo mechanism.26th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0310
Excessive wear found on the steering nut for a 40-50 HP vehicle, chassis 14-PK.16th Dec 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0311
Design principles and characteristics of braking systems, including skid control and brake drum materials.19th Dec 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0312
Steering nut wear, attributing issues to lack of lubrication and proposing a redesign.19th Dec 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0313
Rapid wear of steering nuts on 14-PK and 40-50 HP models, refuting lack of lubrication as the cause for one specific case.24th Dec 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0314
Worn solid steering nut from chassis 14-PK returned for examination.5th Jan 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0315
Request for a copy of the examination report on a steering nut from chassis No. 14-PK.16th Jan 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0316
Examination of excessive wear on a steering nut from chassis 14-PK due to lubrication failure.23th Jan 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0317
'Silver Ghost' steering wobble, advocating for the balancing of wheels and tyres, especially on cars with 4-wheel brakes.18th Sep 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0318
High-speed steering wobble issues on 40/50 HP models.20th May 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0319
Significant steering problems with the 44-PK model, including 'binding' and 'steering wobble'.3rd Mar 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0320
Steering fault on the EAC 'V' Series cars and a potential solution with a new spring-damped lever.1st May 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0321
Customer complaints and issues regarding the steering gear's performance on rough roads.11th Jun 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0322
Continued memorandum page urging for a problem to be investigated further.28th Aug 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0323
Copy of a telegram from Mr. Royce to CJ detailing improvements for steering issues on the New Phantom and Goshawk models.28th Aug 1925Box 72 \ 3  scan0324
Daily report log detailing steering issues on experimental car 93-NK, the first 'V' series chassis.24th Apr 1926Box 72 \ 3  scan0325
History and complexity of steering faults on the Phantom model, referencing issues like road shocks and high-speed wobbles.20th May 1926Box 72 \ 3  scan0326
Car complaints and a proposal for an inter-departmental agreement on the car's worst features.20th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0327
Secret memo concerning the steering arrangement on PN's car, detailing modifications made due to failures during bump tests.20th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0328
Secret memo requesting further information on Hispano steering specifications and pivot inclination.27th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0329
Design and rating of springs for a steering tube.7th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0330
Secret internal memorandum discussing the design and fitting of a longitudinal steering tube.5th Apr 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0331
40/50 steering, comparing different pivot setups and their effects on road shock and stability.1st Apr 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0332
Steering wind-up, front-wheel brake testing, and pivot pin bush issues on the 40/50 model.12th Jul 1923Box 72 \ 3  scan0333
Modification to a Side Steering Tube Joint based on instructions from Mr. Royce.23th Apr 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0334
Proposed modifications to the cross steering tube bumping wheelcase.12th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0335
Modifications and design considerations for the side steering tube.15th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0336
Rating specifications for spring F.1182 fitted to the 35-PK car steering tube.19th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0337
Telegram requesting collection from Midland station to discuss issues with steering components.21th May 1923Box 72 \ 3  scan0338
Necessary modifications and further testing for a cross steering tube.22th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0339
Secret memo from DA to Hs. detailing instructions from Mr. Royce to investigate issues with steering and braking.21th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0340
Works order for the despatch of side steering tube springs for a 10,000-mile trial car.16th Jun 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0341
The fouling of cross steering levers by wheels for balloon tyres on 40/50 HP models with 4-wheel brakes.1st Sep 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0342
Telegram received by telephone requesting replacement parts including a side steering tube and springs.12th Jun 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0343
Expressing dislike for the appearance and functionality of a new experimental petrol tank and filler.8th Aug 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0344
Unsatisfactory clearance in the 40/50 'U' Series petrol tank filter causing foreign matter to enter the carburetter.15th Nov 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0345
Reviewing a new steering box and pedal design on an experimental vehicle.21th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0346
Design and control of the front axle, specifically regarding springs and torque management.10th Apr 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0347
Design of a brake pedal for use with a servo system.7th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0348
Design and comfort of a new split pedal gap plate.7th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0349
Design of a split pedal foot plate and recommending the use of steel screws over brass ones.8th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0350
Engine clutch casing, inspection cover, and adjustment possibilities.31th Jan 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0351
Comparisons and modifications for an EAC clutch, including analysis of vibration issues.2nd Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0352
Calculation and diagram comparing the moment of inertia of E.A.C. and Goshawk clutch plates.19th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0353
EAC clutch design, weight issues, and alternative friction materials.19th Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0354
Drawing No.Lec.1836 for an E.A.C. clutch, detailing a change from a steel to a ferodo driven disc.2nd Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0355
Clutch dragging issues when gearbox oil is hot and the trial of a temporary clutch brake.1st Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0356
Secret memorandum discussing potential improvements and alternatives for clutches, specifically for 'EAC's'.4th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0357
Designs for a clutch brake, highlighting the need for a quick-stopping mechanism.12th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0358
Secret memorandum detailing a clutch disengagement fault caused by gravity and the design of a new fitting to fix it.12th May 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0359
Design options for an engine's exhaust ejector and cutout system.2nd Feb 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0360
Page two of a document discussing the fitting of a component to the rear of a silencer.14th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0361
Need for a new exhaust, silencer, and cutout system for the E.A.C. engine.14th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0362
Secret internal report on alterations to brake systems, exhaust pipes, and silencers.27th Mar 1924Box 72 \ 3  scan0363
Revised calculations for an E.A.C. Dynamo.19th Mar 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0001
Page of calculations for armature and field coil specifications, including resistance and length.19th Mar 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0002
Table detailing magnetic circuit calculations for various electrical components.19th Mar 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0003
Calculations for wire winding specifications, including resistance, turns, and current.19th Mar 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0004
Specification sheet detailing the principal quantities and calculations for an electrical component.26th Apr 1926Box 72 \ 4  scan0005
Schematics for the EAC.7 chassis rear end components.26th Apr 1926Box 72 \ 4  scan0006
Development of the Goshawk back axle and gearbox for silent operation.21th Dec 1922Box 72 \ 4  scan0007
Goshawk and Seagull models, focusing on axle design, gearbox redesign, and experimental production.12th Dec 1922Box 72 \ 4  scan0008
Drawing No.LeC.1658 for the 'Seagull' engine X.9810.12th Dec 1922Box 72 \ 4  scan0009
Proposed experiment for damping the Hawk-Northcliffe & 'Seagull' power units using flexible arms and friction discs.9th Jan 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0010
Prioritizing the 'Seagull' chassis development over the 'Stork' & 'Heron' and expressing concern about front-wheel brakes.31th Jan 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0011
Confidential memorandum discussing design concerns and arranging a mock-up for the 'Seagull' model bonnet.1st Feb 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0012
Secrecy concerns around using outside coachbuilders for the 'Seagull' project.1st Feb 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0013
Telegram from Royce to Hives regarding Seagull engine policy and the Goshawk engines.1st Mar 1935Box 72 \ 4  scan0014
Development direction for the Goshawk and Seagull projects, focusing on chassis and universal joint reliability.7th Feb 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0015
Preliminary general arrangement drawing N.sch.1374 for the 'SEAGULL' project.9th Feb 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0016
Secret memo discussing plans for experimental bodies for EAC and a modified 40/50 chassis.20th Feb 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0017
Test rig for a new method of fixing cheeses on a steering mechanism, replacing a screwed-in trunnion pin design.3rd Mar 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0018
To arrange the purchase of scrap gun mountings and armourplating from Cammell Laird & Co. Ltd.7th Mar 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0019
The progress of the E.A.C. job, highlighting delays due to incomplete information.21th Mar 1923Box 72 \ 4  scan0020


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