Burrill Thrust-Loading Coefficient τ_c

Thrust-loading coefficient τ_c for propeller back cavitation assessment per Burrill 1943 chart - screens whether back cavitation area is acceptable.

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Formula, assumptions, and limits

\tau_c = \frac{T}{\tfrac{1}{2}\rho V_t^2 A_P}

Symbol	Meaning	Unit
$T$	Propeller thrust	N
$V_t$	Tip speed	m/s
$A_P$	Projected blade area	m²

Source: Burrill L.C. - RINA 1943

In short

Thrust-loading coefficient \u03c4_c for propeller back cavitation assessment per Burrill 1943 chart - screens whether back cavitation area is acceptable.

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