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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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Function of a vaporizer scheme and methods for measuring crankcase dilution.21th Dec 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0274
Inter-office letter discussing the performance of induction pipes with and without collector rings, focusing on cold starting issues.21th Dec 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0275
Potential engine design modifications, particularly regarding carburetters, generators, and magnetos.19th Dec 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0276
Drawing of a Magneto Coupling of the Merchant and Evans Fixed Type.19th Dec 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0277
Inter-office correspondence regarding induction pipes and a new device called the Penberthy Reatomizer.2nd Feb 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0278
Improving fuel distribution in induction systems by fitting a 'Reatomizer' to correct throttle and pipe issues.2nd Feb 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0279
Engineering committee report discussing the vaporiser scheme, pilot jet, and radiator shutters for winter conditions.2nd Feb 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0280
The function and effects of Reatomizers versus vaporizer pipes in engines, particularly regarding fuel management and cold starts.2nd Feb 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0281
Letter discussing an upcoming visit in relation to the weather and recent car performance.1st Feb 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0282
Graph comparing Miles Per Gallon (M.P.G.) against Miles Per Hour (M.P.H.) for an Overland 4 Coupe.1st Feb 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0283
Cross-section drawing of a throttle body with notes on a machining fault causing power loss.2nd Feb 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0284
Suggesting the fitment of a priming tap on the induction pipe of the 40/50 chassis to aid starting.2nd Feb 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0285
Inter-office letter discussing carburation, manifold design, and hot air intake performance.9th Jun 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0286
The fitting of a new induction pipe arrangement on a 40/50 HP test engine.6th Jul 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0287
Bench tests of new 40/50 induction and exhaust pipes, detailing poor performance and distribution results.1st Jul 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0288
The optimal placement of the carburettor to mitigate fire risk, referencing the 40/50, Goshawk I, and Hawk Northcliffe engines.16th Oct 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0289
Faulty carburation in cold weather on the 40/50 Chassis and the proposal to introduce new induction pipes.16th Oct 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0290
Instruction sheet detailing carburettor tests and power curve results for an engine.28th Oct 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0291
Test results for a new induction pipe, showing fuel mixture strength across cylinders at various engine speeds.28th Oct 1922Box 75 \ 2  scan0292
Engine test bed instructions and results for a Copt induction pipe with the carburetter on the exhaust side.12th Jan 1923Box 75 \ 2  scan0293
Engine test bed results for distribution on a cast induction pipe with a carburetter on the Cox side.13th Jan 1923Box 75 \ 2  scan0294
Instructions and test results for an engine induction pipe distribution test.16th Jan 1923Box 75 \ 2  scan0295
Successful development of an induction pipe and proposing further experiments on a Marmon engine.1st Feb 1923Box 75 \ 2  scan0296
Analysis of fuel mixture distribution in a first experimental induction pipe.16th Feb 1923Box 75 \ 2  scan0297
Analysis of the causes for unequal fuel distribution in six-cylinder engines.16th Feb 1923Box 75 \ 2  scan0298
Continued page discussing fuel supply proportionality and distribution issues in a Marmon pipe.26th Feb 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0299
Experimental power and jet consumption data for an S.U. carburetter with pipe (1).26th Feb 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0300
List comparing induction pipe depressions for the E.A.C. and 40/50 HP engines at various speeds.5th May 1925Box 75 \ 2  scan0301
Note about the Autovac connection on the induction pipe affecting slow running and promising a forthcoming solution.27th May 1925Box 75 \ 2  scan0302
Acknowledging a customer complaint for Chassis No. 41-TM, stating the issue is under review.29th Jun 1925Box 75 \ 2  scan0303
Requesting the alteration of an induction pipe pattern and its despatch for the production of electron castings.21th Jun 1929Box 75 \ 2  scan0304
Extract concerning the American Model, specifically the transfer of induction, exhaust, silencer, and priming pipes.27th Sep 1919Box 75 \ 2  scan0305
The decision to continue right-hand drive chassis production for the American market and halt left-hand drive development.31th Oct 1919Box 75 \ 2  scan0306
Internal memorandum discussing the jacketing of induction pipes for chassis destined for America.17th Feb 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0307
Typed memo discussing the stoppage of March deliveries as a poorly considered scheme to solve an issue.10th Dec 1920Box 75 \ 2  scan0308
Letter discussing a vaporizer scheme, fuel quality, and engine operation.12th Sep 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0309
Report discussing fuel vaporization methods, including hot spots, vaporizers, and weirs for engine carburetters.9th Sep 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0310
Request for findings on a vaporizer test, both without the hot throttle and using hot water circulation.12th Sep 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0311
Induction pipe changes in response to cold starting issues in America.1st Nov 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0312
Report comparing the effectiveness of a vaporiser scheme versus an exhaust heated throttle to improve engine performance.1st Nov 1921Box 75 \ 2  scan0313
Test results for power absorbed by a fan on a dynamometer.27th May 1909Box 75 \ 3  scan0001
Bench experiments on a 40/50 standard six-bladed radiator fan and the same fan with three blades removed.18th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0002
Fan power speed curves, noting issues with belt slippage at high motor speeds.18th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0003
Power tests for fan belts, detailing motor speeds, pulley ratios, and power-speed laws for six-blade and three-blade fans.18th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0004
Report page detailing the power required to drive fans, the effect of belt slippage, and the measurement of air stream velocity.18th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0005
Experimental setup to measure fan thrust using a spring balance and a revolving turntable.18th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0006
Graph comparing the air stream velocity of a three-bladed vs. a six-bladed 40/50 standard fan at various speeds.18th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0007
Graph showing the power absorbed by a 40/50 standard fan at various speeds, comparing six and three-bladed fans.18th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0008
Report from Dr. Watts of Ogilvie & Partners regarding a new fan design for the 40/50 HP chassis.19th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0009
Letter from Ogilvie & Partners providing recommendations for improving the fan design on the 40-50 HP chassis.19th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0010
Letter discussing fan blade design, focusing on blade twist, torque coefficients, and material suggestions.19th Sep 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0011
Blueprint detailing the design, angles, and cross-section of a blade.29th Oct 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0012
From EFC to RHC on the subject of fan tests, detailing completed and remaining work on various fan models.29th Oct 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0013
Bench experiments measuring the thrust of various radiator fans at different speeds.19th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0014
Continued report on fan testing, discussing available fans, methodology, and the relationship between fan thrust and cooling efficiency.19th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0015
The methodology for comparing the efficiencies of various radiator fans by combining performance curves.19th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0016
Technical analysis comparing the power requirements and efficiency of six-bladed versus three-bladed fans.19th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0017
Fan technical efficiency and thrust, referencing experimental work and power curves.19th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0018
Additional notes comparing the performance of six-bladed and three-bladed fans.20th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0019
Comparison of the performance of six-blader and three-blader engine fans.20th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0020
Graph of thrust-fan speed curves for various fans, Set B.20th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0021
Graph of HP vs Fan Speed curves for a standard 6-blade fan and the same fan with 3 blades removed.20th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0022
Graph showing power absorbed versus thrust for a standard 6-bladed fan compared to the same fan with 3 blades removed.20th Nov 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0023
Further bench experiments on radiator fans, detailing a rearranged testing apparatus.17th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0024
Report page analyzing the results from fan tests by comparing performance curves for power, thrust, and speed.17th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0025
The testing of a four-bladed fan, noting improved efficiency and noise levels, with plans for further modifications.17th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0026
List of various fans tested, along with their fan tip diameters and handwritten notes.16th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0027
Performance comparison graph for various fan designs, plotting speed and power against axial thrust.27th Feb 1922Box 75 \ 3  scan0028
Graph comparing the thrust and slip performance of twelve different fan designs against engine speed.18th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0029
Graph comparing the speed and power consumption of various engine fan designs.19th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0030
Table of ratios for fan speeds corresponding to various thrusts of different fan types.19th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0031
Data table showing fan speeds corresponding to various thrusts for different types of fans.19th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0032
Confirming plans for fan tests, involving modifications to an EAC fan and the creation of an experimental Goshawk fan.19th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0033
Engine cooling issues, comparing fans, and the benefits of louvred bonnets over shuttered ones.31th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0034
Customer complaints about water boiling and the testing of an improved fan design as a remedy.21th Jan 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0035
List of Goshawk size fans tested, detailing their descriptions and fan tip diameters.21th Jan 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0036
Final investigations into the efficiency and shape of 20 HP fans, and a request for an EAC fan.4th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0037
Comparison of the blade particulars and dimensions for a Goshawk No. 27 fan and a Hispano fan.5th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0038
Calculation sheet detailing the fan speed of the Goshawk engine at a specific road speed.5th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0039
Bench experiments conducted on 20 HP radiator fans.9th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0040
Methodology and results of testing various fan designs and configurations.1st Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0041
Fan experiments, comparing the performance and design of fans No. 26 and No. 27.1st Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0042
Engine cooling fan efficiency, speed, drive belt ratios and wear.9th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0043
Technical analysis comparing fan speed ratios, cooling effects, and power requirements between a standard and an experimental fan.9th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0044
Performance comparison of fans driven with the same speed ratio.3rd Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0045
Graph comparing the performance of various Hispano and Goshawk engine fans, plotting speed and power against axial thrust.3rd Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0046
Graph comparing the power and thrust performance of three different aircraft engine fans against fan speed.9th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0047
Table comparing fan speeds corresponding to various thrusts for different 20 HP fan designs.6th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0048
Table of fan speeds corresponding to various thrusts for different 20 HP fans.6th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0049
From EFC to RHC requesting an experimental fan, a modified starter motor, and a metal tube for experiments.16th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0050
Road tests comparing the cooling efficiency of two different fan types (R.R. vs EFC).2nd Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0051
Comparison of cooling fan efficiency and suggestions for further road testing.24th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0052
List of Goshawk size fans tested, detailing modifications and tip diameters.24th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0053
Comparative test results of two engine fans, discussing differences in thrust and power consumption.24th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0054
Numerical comparison of thrusts and power requirements for different fans at various speeds.17th Dec 1924Box 75 \ 3  scan0055
Report comparing the performance, cooling effect, and power consumption of a standard versus an experimental 20 HP fan.19th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0056
Comparative cooling effects and power consumption of different fan designs, along with fan diameter constraints for a new chassis.27th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0057
Fitting two tested 20 HP fans to a chassis.27th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0058
The return of Fan Blades for a 20HP Chassis and the issue of corresponding drawings.27th Feb 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0059
Graph plotting Fan Speed and Power Required against the Axial Thrust for a standard (3A) and an experimental (10A) fan type.19th Mar 1925Box 75 \ 3  scan0060


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