Power Requirements Flashcards
1
Q
What is Rotor Profile Power?
A
Type of form drag.
Power required to drive rotor @ constant RPM.
Plus power for tail rotor and ancillary equipment.
2
Q
What is induced power/ lift dependant drag?
A
Power required to induce flow through the rotor.
3
Q
What is Parasite Power/form drag?
A
Power required to overcome the form drag of the rotor blade.