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Old 05-16-2010 | 02:49 PM
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Default RE: Prop Thrust Measurement

It's a pretty much useless test except in a limited area such as 3D props where the model is just hanging on the prop. For most types of props where the pitch is about half of the diameter or higher in pitch, much of the prop blade is stalled when it is static.