Airplane Propeller Principles (2nd Printing), 1944, 1947-02

Document Type: Textbook (Technical)

Purpose: Training and Education

Authority: Author Expertise.

Scope (from Preface): "This material was subsequently used in mimeographed form for the course in airplane propellers at Iowa State College, and it is the basis of this publication. Emphasis has been placed throughout upon the basic principles underlying the design and operation of the modern airplane propeller, rather than upon specific design data. The aerodynamic and structural analyses are developed sufficiently to prepare the capable student for additional specialization should the need arise. A liberal use of references should point the way to further exploration of the subject. An adequate background in elementary aerodynamics and structural analysis on the part of the reader is assumed, although the use of higher mathematics is limited to the graphical integration of certain integral relationships."

Contents (from Table of Contents): 1. Propeller Blade Action Theory 2. Aerodynamic Propeller Tests 3. Blade Design and Stress Analysis 4. Hub Design and Stresss Analysis 5. Effect of the Propeller on Airplane Performance