The development and history of the helicopter are briefly reviewed. Fundamental mechanisms of the helicopter are then described. The addition of auxiliary propulsion to a winged helicopter eliminates the restriction to normal speed. Rotorcraft configuration for high speed performance is examined. V/STOL concepts and economic impact are discussed. The roles of system complexity and reliability are discussed with an emphasis on cost effectiveness. The relationship of technical aerodynamics is examined against a background of other aspects of rotorcraft.


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    Title :

    Overview of Helicopter and V/STOL Aircraft


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1990


    Size :

    18 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English