A new method of reducing helicopter rotor hub loads and marginally improving rotor performance by the introduction of large values of blade root torsional damping is presented. Basic theoretical considerations imply that these benefits in hub loads can come about by changes to the blade elastic torsional deflection. This basic theory was analytically verified by using a fully coupled aeroelastic rotorcraft analysis as applied to a modern, articulated rotor blade, namely that of the Sikorsky S-76. From an implementation standpoint, a rotor-based torsional damping device may be more practical than one that involves a major portion of the blade span. Also, a root-based device may allow for the retrofitting of existing helicopter rotor blade/hub configurations.
Blade root torsional dampers to reduce hub loads
AIAA/ASME/ASCE/AHS/ASC Structures, Structural Dynamics and Materials Conference ; 1992 ; Dallas, TX, United States
01.01.1992
Aufsatz (Konferenz)
Keine Angabe
Englisch
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