Helicopter rotor

A rotor is the rotating part of a helicopter which generates lift, either vertically in the case of a main rotor, or horizontally in the case of a tail rotor.

 History and development 

Before the development of powered helicopters in the mid 20th century, autogyro pioneer Juan de la Cierva researched and developed many of the basics of the rotor. Cierva is credited with successful development of multi-bladed, fully articulated rotor systems. This type of system is widely used today in many multi-bladed helicopters.

 Other websites 

 Rotor Analysis - Blade Element Momentum Theory
 Helicopter Rotorhead Close-up Image Gallery

Category:Helicopters