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).
Design position report detailing the status of modifications and investigations for Goshawk, Vulture, and Merlin engines.
Identifier | ExFiles\Box 30\4\ Scan044 | |
Date | 7th November 1935 | |
(9) DESIGN POSITION. ITEM. GOSHAWK 'B' ENGINE. - CONTINUED: Application of Farman two speed supercharger drive. In hand Mod. to existing cylinder head for alternative pipes. Completed 2.11.35. VULTURE ENGINE. Investigation of connecting rods. Completed. " " crankcase and cylinder constructions. In hand. " " engine mounting framework. In hand. MERLIN 'C'. Reduction gear oil drain. Completed 29.10.35. Detachable coolant pipe, carburetter to pump. " 7.11.35. Water outlet pipes for front header tank - addition of lips. " 2.11.35. | ||