ONE of the most important issues facing regional turboprop airframe manufacturers today is reducing cabin noise. Range and cruise speed are also major considerations. Propeller optimization, in terms of the propeller diameter, blade design, and the number of blades, is a key factor in all three issues. Many airframe manufacturers are finding the solution to their problems in composite propellers.
Composite Propellers Play Pivotal Role in Regional Airliner Development
Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology ; 63 , 11 ; 5-6
1991-11-01
2 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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