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I don’t think you can spin the blades much faster, as Earth-bound helicopters already have issues with blade tip speeds approaching the speed of sound. Short bl
by nickff 3y ago
I don’t think you can spin the blades much faster, as Earth-bound helicopters already have issues with blade tip speeds approaching the speed of sound. Short blades are less efficient anyway, and I’m not sure why pushing larger blades will require more power; that would have to do with the balance between density of atmosphere and its viscosity.
- consp 3y agoAs a bonus the speed of sound on mars is usually quite a bit lower than on earth, since it's usually colder. Or you'd have to wait for warmer weather at the right spot at the right time.