The objective of the thesis was to develop a practical computer system for use of empirical data in the aerodynamic optimization of aircraft propellers. The system was designed for use with the IBM 2741 on-line computer terminal. This program provides instructions to the operator during execution, and allows interaction by the operator for input and alteration of data, and for program instructions. The Lockheed P-3C aircraft was chosen as the subject for test and evaluation of the program. The currently operational propeller of this aircraft was tested to compare the program's prediction of aircraft performance against flight test information. An attempt was then made to select a propeller which could provide better performance under the same constraints as those imposed in design of the operational propeller. (Author)


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    Title :

    Computerized Aerodynamic Optimization of Aircraft Propellers


    Contributors:
    R. L. Shaw (author)

    Publication date :

    1970


    Size :

    101 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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