Recent content by Mtagg

Ive changed things around a bit. I am using a Cessna 310R as my model, because I have been able to find lots of info on it. I still don't understand the torque issue, but I'm going to go by your equations. For a Cessna 310R flying at max cruise speed of 360kph at 3000ft under ISA conditions...

Right. But for a specific prop diameter and pitch how do you determine what torque you need to spin it at a certain speed?

:confused: I am working on a project where I need to understand flight physics. I am having some trouble getting the whole torque vs power vs thrust thang. I'm basing my project off a existing ultralight, the LightSport Ultra from Free Bird Innovations. Here are the specs: 530lbs...