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hydromatic constant speed propeller [1 record]

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Record 1 2012-08-28

English

Subject field(s)
  • Aircraft Propulsion Systems
DEF

[A propeller that] makes use of a powerful force called centrifugal twisting moment which tends to turn the blades toward the fine pitch position.

OBS

The use of this natural force eliminates the need for the counterweights.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Propulsion des aéronefs
DEF

[Hélice qui] tire avantage d’une force puissante, le moment de torsion centrifuge, qui tend à faire tourner les pales à la position «petit pas».

OBS

L’utilisation de cette force naturelle élimine la nécessité des contrepoids.

Spanish

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