The Propeller Handbook: The Complete Reference for Choosing, Installing, and Understanding Boat PropellersOn the surface, choosing the correct propeller for a particular boat seems simple. But one factor affects another, which then affects another factor, leading many boaters to believe that propeller selection depends more on black magic than logic. All the questions are answered in this complete reference, the first of its kind. This clear, easy-to-use handbook for all small boats is written not for Ph.D.s seeking the latest wrinkle in high-tech propeller design, but as a practical aid for the average mechanic, engineer, boatbuilder, fleet operator, serious yachtsman, or naval architect. |
Contents
Power Understanding Engine Performance | 1 |
Estimating Speed Effects of Power Weight and Hull Type | 9 |
Propeller Anatomy Parts and Definitions | 18 |
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Propeller Handbook: The Complete Reference for Choosing, Installing, and ... Dave Gerr No preview available - 1989 |
Common terms and phrases
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References to this book
Sorensen's Guide to Powerboats: How to Evaluate Design, Construction, and ... Eric Sorensen No preview available - 2002 |