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geometric pitch

The difference between the geometric pitch and the effective pitch is the angle of attack.

The distance a propeller would advance in one revolution if it were running in solid material. Geometric pitch is the built-in angle of incidence at which the propeller blade is attached to the hub.

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effective pitch
effective pitch ratio
ideal pitch
mean geometric pitch
nominal pitch
pitch ratio
standard pitch

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