Propeller theory text
 

Does anyone know of a book that gives a clear explanation of the forces acting on the blades of constant speed prop?

I'm preparing a presentation and just need a few ideas

Thanks!

jeppeson propellers and controls.

An important thing to keep in mind is that the centrifugal force on the blade itself will try to move it to fine (or low) pitch. Without external torque on the blade root, this will lead to overspeed - very quickly - as the prop behaves like a turbine, extracting its energy from the slipstream.

So the whole control mechanism - counterweights, hydraulics, cams, helical pistons, whatever - is always fighting this above physical reality.