| Ref No | DM1306/11/1/5/folio 366-367 |
| Title | Letter from Robert Stephenson to Isambard Kingdom Brunel |
| Description | The letter confirms that microscopic analysis of the slime that Brunel has sent him reveals only organic matter and quartz, not any traces of rust or indications of anything harmful. The letter also offers Stephenson's advice as to Brunel's calculations of the power needed to move the ship but reminds him to calculate sufficient resistance to the presses and offers to meet with Brunel the following day. |
| Date | 28 December 1857 |
| Format | Manuscript volume |
| Extent | 2 pages |
| Access Conditions | This material is held at the Brunel Institute - please contact the Brunel Institute to arrange access. |