The data used to build the database is from painstaking dynometer measurements arranged by Hyperion and thrust stand measurements from Dr Kiwi. This database allows the easy measurement of motor efficiency, thrust and power from three simple measurements for a given prop:
Of course those of the recommended measurement tool is the Hyperion Emeter available from Aircraft World that allows all of these measurements simultaneously in one instrument and will even perform these calculations for you!
Please download the MS Excel file from here - but check back often as I will add to the database of props as measurements are completed.
Why do I need MotorXL?How do you know what is the optimum prop selection for the motor you have? Traditionally you could either rely on manufacturers data for a small selection of props or invest substantial time and money in a motor dynamometer. Using this spreadsheet and simple (cheap) hand-held instruments you can characterise motor efficiency for most common propellors.
This calculator allows a close to optimum prop selection for a given motor and power system without the need for dedicated measurement equipment. This allows an optimum efficiency of operation to be chosen, and one can at least have a conservative flight system which won't result in instant melt-down, and can then be tweaked for optimum performance.
Well I hope that is of use to anybody - it has certainly become a useful tool for myself.
Rod
DOWNLOAD Program File here: MotorXL.zip