Calculation of the optimum pitch distribution of a propeller with sweepback

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DeGroff, Harold M. (1948) Calculation of the optimum pitch distribution of a propeller with sweepback. Engineer's thesis, California Institute of Technology. http://resolver.caltech.edu/CaltechETD:etd-12192008-151056

Abstract

The principal problem dealt with is the derivation of a method for computing the optimum pitch distribution of a lightly loaded, sweptback propeller. The method is based on an extension to the work of Glauert as presented in Volume IV of the Durand series. A complete calculation is carried out for a swept propeller in which the resultant velocities along the blade vary through the transonic regime. The analytical work is simplified by the use of the calculus of variations. A survey of the German literature on this topic is included along with a complete discussion of the aerodynamic parameters to be considered in making of such a design.

Item Type:	Thesis (Engineer's thesis)
Degree Grantor:	California Institute of Technology
Division:	Engineering and Applied Science
Major Option:	Aeronautics
Thesis Availability:	Public (worldwide access)
Research Advisor(s):	Unknown, Unknown
Thesis Committee:	Unknown, Unknown
Defense Date:	1 January 1948
Record Number:	CaltechETD:etd-12192008-151056
Persistent URL:	http://resolver.caltech.edu/CaltechETD:etd-12192008-151056
Default Usage Policy:	No commercial reproduction, distribution, display or performance rights in this work are provided.
ID Code:	5081
Collection:	CaltechTHESIS
Deposited By:	Imported from ETD-db
Deposited On:	15 Jan 2009
Last Modified:	26 Dec 2012 03:14

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