V-Prop
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The V-Prop is an automatic self-powering electronic variable-pitch propeller developed by Silence Aircraft, the manufacturers of the Silence Twister single-seat elliptical-winged kitplane.
The V-Prop is an automatic self-powering electronic variable-pitch propeller developed by Silence Aircraft. A contra-rotating vaned spinner ahead of the main spinner both powers a microprocessor and delivers data to instruct the blades to be adjusted automatically.
Folding propeller
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A folding propeller is a type of propeller whose blades automatically fold out when the engine is turning, and then fold back when the engine stops. Folding propellers are found on sailing yachts, on
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A feathered two-bladed Gori folding propeller.
Folding propeller of a motor glider. (The upper cowling has been removed for this photo).
Bruntons Autoprop on Irwin 44 sailing cruiser