This chapter introduces the reader to the aerodynamic aspects of rotary wings. It is written as an introduction for aspiring students, not as a replacement of well-known texts used for rotorcraft classes at University level. It should be used as a first read what is a very complex but fascinating topic in rotorcraft. This chapter illustrates the aerodynamic environment of the rotor, the rotorcraft blade sections and their features, modern aerofoil developments, advanced blade tip designs and advanced rotor design methods. While studying this chapter, one should keep in mind that aerodynamics means different things to different people. When looking at pilot training, the lines between aerodynamics, performance, and aircraft handling are blurred. The technical literature on rotorcraft aerodynamics is dominated by the rotor, but there is a volume of work on fuselage drag as well.


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    Title :

    Rotorcraft Aerodynamics


    Additional title:

    Springer Aerospace Techn.


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    2023-01-28


    Size :

    20 pages





    Type of media :

    Article/Chapter (Book)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English






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