Basic Aerodynamic Rotor Theory

This section sets out the theory used to explain how a rotor system works. Because a rotor acts as an airfoil, we will first look at how it behaves in an airstream. We will then consider which aerodynamic forces play a role when rotors rotate through the air around a shaft. Finally, we will wrap the results up to arrive at the concept of the rotordisc.

• Airfoil
• Lift & Drag
• Lift/Drag Ratio
• Aerodynamic forces in a rotorsystem
• Rotordisc
• Rotordisc and Forward Flight
• Harmonic Blade Motion and Vibration

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1	Durmus SALAR Sunday, August 21, 2016 11:43 AM	Thanks, excellent summary of rotor theory. Durmus SALAR

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