EFFECTS OF CONFIGURATIONAL CHANGES ON TANDEM PROPELLER PERFORMANCE. PHASE IV.

Abstract

Theoretical equations which provide means for computing the propeller-generated forces and moments are derived. The results of captive tests of eight variations of a large scale semi-hull and propeller combination at zero forward speed both with and without a lateral velocity are discussed. Based on the high lateral force to power ratios measured in these tests, it is concluded that tandem propellers, in a wide range of configurational variations, can be efficiently employed for many low speed, highly maneuverable vehicles. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1966
Accession Number
AD0630005

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People

  • William G. Wilson

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  • Calspan

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Captive Tests
  • Engineering
  • Equations
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Motion
  • Physical Properties
  • Propellers

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