CONTROLLABLE PITCH PROPELLERS,

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Abstract:

A brief history of the use of controllable pitch propellers in the U. S. Navy with particular emphasis on the hydraulic actuated types. Comparisons are made of types available and how their variations affect overall ship design and performance. The design details of a NAVSHIPSYS design controllable pitch propeller suitable for 40,000 SHP is then presented. Author

Author(s):
Boatwright, Gerald M. ; Strandell, John
Author Organization(s):
NAVAL SHIP SYSTEMS COMMAND WASHINGTON D C
Supplementary Note:
Presented at the Annual Technical Symposium of the Association of Senior Engineers (4th).
Pagination:
0052

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Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
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Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*MARINE PROPELLERS, *VARIABLE PITCH PROPELLERS, VARIABLE PITCH PROPELLERS, HISTORY, CAVITATION NOISE, PROPELLER BLADES, STRESSES, EFFICIENCY, HYDRAULIC ACTUATORS
Field(s)/Group(s):
Marine Engineering
Report Date:
1967 Mar 31