Blade

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000591",
  "term": "Blade",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A flat, broad section of a propeller, rudder, or turbine that is designed to interact with water or air to produce thrust, steering force, or rotational energy. Propeller blades are shaped to efficiently move water, while rudder blades pivot to change a vessel's direction. The number and pitch of blades vary depending on the specific application and desired performance.",
  "subject": "Marine and shipyard",
  "see_also": [
    "blisk",
    "blucket",
    "brush blade",
    "doctor blade"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Blatt",
    "es": "pala",
    "fr": "safran"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/blade/"
}