Hi Moose,
I suspect that the current state of computerized design has caused several
companies to experiment with shapes that offer lower sound levels and higher
propulsive efficiency. I have also seen some, but can't recall just where.
Jim Nichols
Tullahoma, TN USA
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From: "Moose" <olymoose@xxxxxxxxx>
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Sent: Wednesday, May 09, 2012 12:30 AM
Subject: Re: [OM] IMG: Piaggio Propulsion Details
> On 5/8/2012 9:27 PM, Jim Nichols wrote:
>> One last image, showing the details of the Piaggio P.180 Avanti propeller
>> and turbine exhausts. Later models have curved propeller blades, perhaps
>> to reduce noise.
>>
>> http://gallery.leica-users.org/v/OldNick/Piaggio+Details+35+BW.jpg.html
>
> The Dehavilands* we flew to Montana and back on last fall have highly
> curved propellers.
>
> Flyin' Bent Moose
>
> * The spellchucker suggests "Philanders" here. :-)
>
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