Propeller Selection and Sizing

In this seminar, we're going to be learning the process of propeller selections. What's necessary to undertake these calculations?

1. Understanding what a propeller does and how it works.
2. Understanding a propeller's geometry and form and how it's described and specified
3. Understanding how to select and specify the best propeller for the boat or application you are dealing with

Whether you are a builder, and repairer, a surveyor or a designer, it's important to have an understanding of all these different considerations so you can avoid propeller problems, get the best possible performance for your customer, and identify or solve propeller problems when they occur. 

We'll start by looking at propeller geometry and operation. Then, we'll go on to size the propeller for a simple single-screw displacement trawler. Next, we'll move on to twin-screw planing hulls.