How does an autogyro rotor work?

An autogyro is characterized by a free-spinning rotor that turns because of the passage of air through the rotor from below. The downward component of the total aerodynamic reaction of the rotor gives lift to the vehicle, sustaining it in the air.

Can an autogyro hover?

Not having engine-driven rotors means gyroplanes can’t hover. Gyroplanes use a “pusher” propeller for forward thrust. At the same time, most gyroplanes can fly as fast as a helicopter or GA airplane (about 100 knots) and can be flown in winds that would ground a helicopter or GA aircraft.

How are the rotor blades of an autogyro turned?

The free-spinning blades turn by autorotation; the rotor blades are angled so that they not only give lift, but the angle of the blades causes the lift to accelerate the blades’ rotation rate, until the rotor turns at a stable speed with the drag and thrust forces in balance.

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Is there a gyro-Tech rotors company in Poland?

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How does an autogyro gyrocopter get its lift?

An autogyro (from Greek αὐτός and γύρος, “self-turning”), also known as a gyroplane or gyrocopter, is a type of rotorcraft that uses an unpowered rotor in free autorotation to develop lift. Forward thrust is provided independently, by an engine-driven propeller.