AirShaper

For more information: https://www.airshaper.com
See the simulation online: https://app.airshaper.com/simulations/sim_pEOgkaQR37oyhG7G38xv9mw1

Discover how we transformed a WW2-era wooden propeller blade into a detailed 3D model using photogrammetry. Follow our process as we clean up the model in Blender and reveal airfoil sections along the blade's length using ParaView. Stay tuned for a sneak peek at the full 3D CFD simulation analyzing thrust, torque, and aerodynamic performance. Perfect for aviation and aerodynamics enthusiasts!

WW2 Propeller Blade: 3D Photogrammetry & Airfoil Analysis

Simulation: https://app.airshaper.com/simulations/sim_nzLwK81Q34PAtaVw35adgPWm
AirShaper: https://www.airshaper.com
3D model of the BT-13: https://www.cgtrader.com/3d-models/aircraft/historic-aircraft/bt-13-vultee-valiant

In this video we mounted our 3D model of a wooden WW2 propeller onto a public 3D model of the BT-13 aircraft. We analyzed the difference in thrust, power and torque with an aircraft now in the wake of the propeller.

WW2 Plane Aerodynamics - Real propeller 3D model mounted on a BT-13

Propeller simulation - 15°: https://app.airshaper.com/simulations/sim_xLwQ1X0V3a27SjzOB6menJjG
More information: https://www.airshaper.com
Not Plane Jane: https://www.notplanejane.com/erco.htm
Propeller coefficients: https://m-selig.ae.illinois.edu/props/propDB.html

In this video, we used the 3D model of our wooden WW2 era propeller blade to run CFD simulations. We were able to analyze the propeller performance in function of the blade pitch angle and found different optima for max thrust and max efficiency.

In the next video, we'll be mounting this propeller on a full 3D model of a WW2 era aircraft!

WW2 Propeller Performance Analysis using CFD simulations

WW2 Propeller Performance Analysis using CFD simulations

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