The main aim of this paper is to study the improvements or the deteriorations generated by blade planform modifications such as anhedral, taper, sweep, double sweep and their combinations on associated rotor characteristic ...

The compound helicopter design could potentially satisfy the new emerging requirements placed on the next generation of rotorcraft. The main benefit of the compound helicopter is its ability to reach speeds that significantly ...

Helicopter elastomeric bearings are typically replaced "on condition", that is, once elastomer fatigue degradation has reached a prescribed depth, the bearings are removed from service. To simplify inspection and enable ...

The certification regulations published by Joint Airworthiness Authorities (JAA), European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) require that all equipment installed on a helicopter must ...