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Isn't this like turboprops (already very efficient) with bigger propellors? I couldn't tell from the article, but quite possibly missed something.
by zabzonk 9mo ago
Isn't this like turboprops (already very efficient) with bigger propellors? I couldn't tell from the article, but quite possibly missed something.
- nickff 9mo agoThis website has some nice explanations and GIFs: https://s2.smu.edu/propulsion/Pages/variations.htm https://s2.smu.edu/propulsion/Pages/variations.htm
- game_the0ry 9mo agoThe inner nerd in me is so satisfied. Thanks for the link.
- jiehong 9mo agoThat website it gold!
- Ajedi32 9mo agoSo the "open rotor" engine is actually a propfan engine?
- nickff 9mo agoEssentially yes, different engine companies have used different nomenclature over time. It seems that the "open rotor" terminology is being used to emphasize the improvements which have been made to blade design, noise, and general efficiency.
- somewhereoutth 9mo agoI think it is the stators fixed to the engine nacelle, judging by the article image.