Propeller Aerodynamics

Propeller Aerodynamics
Author: Frank Hitchens
Publisher: Andrews UK Limited
Total Pages: 203
Release: 2015-05-11
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1785381253

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 safely handle the aircraft they are flying. Incorrect propeller handling can cause damage to the aircraft and reduce performance efficiency. Most aerodynamic text books only give a brief view of propeller aerodynamics; however this book Propeller Aerodynamics delves more deeply into this subject. The book covers the history and operation of aircraft propellers, prop pitch, thrust, efficiency, aircraft stability, prop forces, constant-speed units and more. This is all essential reading for the pilot progressing to more advanced high-performance aircraft.

Propeller Aerodynamics

Propeller Aerodynamics
Author: Frank Edwin Hitchens
Publisher:
Total Pages: 91
Release: 2005-01-01
Genre: Propellers, Aerial
ISBN: 9780476013254

Aerodynamics of V/STOL Flight

Aerodynamics of V/STOL Flight
Author: Barnes Warnock McCormick
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 356
Release: 1999-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780486404608

An extremely practical overview of V/STOL (vertical/short takeoff and landing) aerodynamics, this volume offers a presentation of general theoretical and applied aerodynamic principles, covering propeller and helicopter rotor theory for both the static and forward flight cases. Both a text for students and a reference for professionals, the book can be used for advanced undergraduate or graduate courses. Numerous detailed figures, plus exercises. 1967 edition. Preface. Appendix. Index.

Propeller Aerodynamics

Propeller Aerodynamics
Author: Frank Hitchens
Publisher: Andrews UK Limited
Total Pages: 150
Release: 2015-05-11
Genre: Transportation
ISBN: 1785381245

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 safely handle the aircraft they are flying. Incorrect propeller handling can cause damage to the aircraft and reduce performance efficiency. Most aerodynamic text books only give a brief view of propeller aerodynamics; however this book Propeller Aerodynamics delves more deeply into this subject. The book covers the history and operation of aircraft propellers, prop pitch, thrust, efficiency, aircraft stability, prop forces, constant-speed units and more. This is all essential reading for the pilot progressing to more advanced high-performance aircraft.

The Theory of Propellers

The Theory of Propellers
Author: Theodore Theodorsen
Publisher:
Total Pages: 184
Release: 1944
Genre: Aerodynamics
ISBN:

Summary: A technical method is given for calculating the axial interference velocity of a propeller. The method involves the use of certain weight functions P, Q, and F. Numerical values for the weight functions are given for two-blade, three-blade, and six-blade propellers.

Computational Aerodynamic Modeling of Aerospace Vehicles

Computational Aerodynamic Modeling of Aerospace Vehicles
Author: Mehdi Ghoreyshi
Publisher: MDPI
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2019-03-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3038976105

Currently, the use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) solutions is considered as the state-of-the-art in the modeling of unsteady nonlinear flow physics and offers an early and improved understanding of air vehicle aerodynamics and stability and control characteristics. This Special Issue covers recent computational efforts on simulation of aerospace vehicles including fighter aircraft, rotorcraft, propeller driven vehicles, unmanned vehicle, projectiles, and air drop configurations. The complex flow physics of these configurations pose significant challenges in CFD modeling. Some of these challenges include prediction of vortical flows and shock waves, rapid maneuvering aircraft with fast moving control surfaces, and interactions between propellers and wing, fluid and structure, boundary layer and shock waves. Additional topic of interest in this Special Issue is the use of CFD tools in aircraft design and flight mechanics. The problem with these applications is the computational cost involved, particularly if this is viewed as a brute-force calculation of vehicle’s aerodynamics through its flight envelope. To make progress in routinely using of CFD in aircraft design, methods based on sampling, model updating and system identification should be considered.