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Propeller - Advance Coefficient J

Propeller advance coefficient J = V_A / (n·D) - the dimensionless speed on open-water characteristics.

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Formula, assumptions, and limits

J=VAnD,VA=VS(1w)J = \frac{V_A}{n D}, \quad V_A = V_S (1 - w)
SymbolMeaningUnit
VAV_AAdvance velocitym/s
nnPropeller revolutionsrev/s
DDPropeller diameterm

Source: Rawson & Tupper Vol 2

In short

Propeller advance coefficient J = V_A / (n\u00b7D) - the dimensionless speed on open-water characteristics.

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