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).
Requesting summary reports and details on tests carried out on engine test beds.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 155\2\ scan0063 | |
| Date | 16th March 1937 | |
| 1315 To Rm {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} /Mths. {Reg Matthews} from Rm {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} /Swdl. {Len H. Swindell} c. to Rm {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} /CTS. {C. Trot Salt - Carburation} Rm {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} /Swdl. {Len H. Swindell} 3/AP.16.3.37. In order to keep a detailed check on the tests carried out on the beds will you please send me a summary report and curves etc. of the actual work done when each engine is returned to the Shop. Give details of special parts tested also oil, petrol and spark plugs used and running time. These records we will have typed and a copy for each concerned, which will enable the record of each engine to be turned up. If a separate report has to be given on any subject, refer to the memo in the summary. Rm {William Robotham - Chief Engineer} /Swdl. {Len H. Swindell} | ||