The lift coefficient for a propeller is a dimensionless parameter that quantifies the lift generated by the propeller blades as they rotate through the air. It is similar to the lift coefficient for wings in aerodynamics but tailored specifically for propeller systems.
Where:
- is the lift coefficient,
- is the thrust generated by the propeller,
- is the air density,
- is the disk area swept by the propeller,
- is the airspeed.