Cargando…
Propeller Aerodynamics : the History, Aerodynamics & Operation of Aircraft Propellers.
Classical aerodynamics is a compulsory study subject for pilots at all levels of experience. Propeller Aerodynamics is a subset of this fascinating subject. Propellers have their unique aerodynamic terminology, forces and handling requirements, knowledge of which all pilots must be aware of to safel...
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
|---|---|
| Autor principal: | |
| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
| Publicado: |
Luton, Bedfordshire :
Andrews UK,
2015.
©2015 |
| Temas: | |
| Acceso en línea: | Texto completo |
Tabla de Contenidos:
- Cover; Contents; Front matter; Title page; Publisher information; Introduction; Body matter; 1
- The History of Aircraft Propellers; Airscrews; The First Airborne Props; The Wright Brothers; Aerodynamic Theories; Variable-pitch Propellers; Constant-speed Propellers; Spitfires and Hurricanes; Five-blades or Six?; Counter & Contra-rotating Props; Lockheed C-130 Hercules; De-ice for Props; Propeller Manufacturers; The First Turboprops; Supersonic Propellers; Record Breakers; Propulsors; Propfans; Conclusion; 2
- Propeller Pitch; The Working Fluid; Propeller Terminology; Propeller Pitch.
- Helix AngleBlade Angle & Twist; Experimental Pitch; Geometric Pitch; Slip; Brief Review; Advance/Diameter Ratio; Fixed-pitch Propellers; Variable Pitch & Constant Speed Propellers; 3
- Thrust & Efficiency; Propulsive Efficiency; Power to the Prop; Power Absorption; Activity Factor; Solidity; Prop Diameter; Number of Blades; Aspect Ratio; Prop Blade Loading; Prop Disc Loading; Propwash Thrust; Prop Blade Drag; Propeller Icing; 4
- Effect on the Aircraft's Stability; Prop Torque Force; Prop Location; Helical Propwash; 'P' Factor; Gyroscopic Effect; Centreline Thrust; Minimum Control Speed (VMC).
- Counter-rotating PropellersContra-rotating Propellers; 5
- Prop Tip Speed & Noise; The Cause of Noise; High-speed Aerodynamics; Tip Speed; Tips, Blade Shape & Materials; Synchronizing; How Noisy are They?; 6
- Propeller Forces & Stress; Windmilling Prop Forces; Reverse Thrust Forces; Prop Stress; The Balanced Prop; 7
- Turboprops, Propulsors & Propfans; Propulsors; Propfans; 8
- Constant-speed Units; The Oil/Counterweight Type; The Beech & McCauley Types; The Hamilton Standard Type; Air/Oil Type; The Hydromatic CSU; The Curtiss Electric Propeller; 9
- Propeller Operation; Governor Check.
- Running SquareReducing power; Lock-on; Overspeed Condition; Windmilling; The Feathering Prop; Ground Feathering; Negative Torque System; Autofeathering; Simulated Zero Thrust; Reverse Thrust; Safety Around the Prop; Conclusion; Back matter; Glossary; Bibliography; Other Titles Available.