Research and Development of the Stowed Rotor V/STOL Concept Sikorsky Aircraft Div., United Aircraft Corporation

Format:

Conference/Event

Author/Creator:

Leoni, R. D., author.

Conference Name:

National Aeronautic Meeting and Production Forum (1965-04-12 : Washington, District of Columbia, United States)

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Warrendale, PA SAE International 1965

Summary:

This paper reviews the development of the Sikorsky stowed rotor concept for high speed V/STOL aircraft from its conception in 1949 to the present. The philosophy behind this concept is discussed along with its significant advantages and major problem areas. New design approaches and application studies of the stowed rotor against current high speed V/STOL missions are described. Results of recent flight simulator studies and wind tunnel tests are presented which confirm the feasibility of this concept

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Publisher Number:

650194

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