Propeller efficiency refers to the effectiveness of a propeller in converting input power into useful thrust for propulsion. It represents the ratio of the useful work output (thrust) produced by the propeller to the input power required to drive it.
Where:
- Thrust is the force generated by the propeller (typically in Newtons).
- Velocity is the velocity of the fluid or air (in meters per second) interacting with the propeller.
- Power is the power input to the propeller (typically in watts).