RMIT飞行训练课件－Constant Speed Units

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RMIT Instructor Rating Mass Briefs Issue 1 /2004 Page 1
CONSTANT SPEED UNIT
Aim: To understand the principles behind the operation and use of a variable-pitch
propeller (CSU).
Application:
- Anytime when flying an aircraft fitted with a CSU
- C182 or PA28R
Revision:
 Fixed-pitch Propeller
- Same rotational velocity, low forward velocity = high AOA, and vice versa.
Definitions:
 Fine Pitch
- small blade angles, used at low airspeeds.
 Coarse Pitch
- large blade angles, used at high airspeeds.
 Feather
- when the blade chordline is parallel with the aircraft’s relative airflow,
minimising drag.
 Pitch Stops
- variable pitch propellers are typically limited to angles between 15 and
25. Between these stops (fine/coarse pitch stops) the propeller acts as a
CSU. At the stops it becomes a fixed-pitch propeller.
 Governor
- once set, the governor maintains a constant propeller speed, therefore
constant RPM. This is done through speeder springs and flywheels.
Principles:
- By employing a CSU, a more efficient blade angle can be obtained during
most phases of flight.
- Low airspeeds, blade angle small, therefore fine pitch.
- High airspeeds, blade angle large, therefore coarse pitch.
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 Change of Power
- pitch lever controls the blade angle.
- throttle controls engine power, measured in inches of Mercury (“Hg).
Termed manifold pressure.
- once RPM is selected, the CSU senses deviation from the set RPM and
adjusts the blade angle.
 Constant RPM, open throttle, coarsen
 Raise nose, IAS , finer pitch to stop RPM reducing
 Dive, IAS , coarser pitch to avoid overspeeding
 Pitch control lever is attached to speeder spring. This adjusts tension which
sets RPM. Speeder spring attached to flyweights. These operate with
centrifugal force, reacted by springs. Movement of flyweights adjusts oil
control valve. Oil flows to hub, where its pressure manipulates a piston, which
is mechanically linked to the blade root. Pressure equalises, valve shuts.
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McCAULEY NON-FEATHERING SYSTEM. (C182)
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HARTZELL NON-FEATHERING TYPE. (PA28R)
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Considerations:
 Pre-Flight
- check for leaks and secure blades.
 Ground Operations
- important to do propeller check to get warm oil into hub to ensure
serviceable system.
 Multi-Engines
- following failure align blade with relative airflow to minimise drag.
(Feathered engine).
 Failures
- in Single engine, speeder spring fails, flyweights will fly out, making
propeller go to coarse pitch stop.
- oil pressure failure, propeller will go to fine pitch stop.
Air Exercise:
 Changing Power
- must always keep MP below RPM!
 Reducing Power
- Power down, Pitch down.
 Increasing Power
- Pitch up, Power up.
 On Final Approach
- Pitch full fine
- Undercarriage down and locked
- Flaps
Airmanship:
- Pre-flight inspection
- Power changes correct
- Smooth coordinated power usage
- Thorough checks
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GOVENOR CUT-AWAY
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