ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Scimitar propeller

Okay kiddo, do you remember what a propeller is? It's a part of a plane or a boat that helps it move by spinning around really fast in the water or in the air. Great! Now, a scimitar propeller is a special type of propeller that looks a little bit like a curved sword called a scimitar. It has a sharp, curvy blade that is angled backward, kind of like a dragon's tail.

This special shape and design of the scimitar propeller allows it to be more efficient at moving through the air or water than a regular, straight propeller. It creates less drag and creates more lift, which means it can help planes and boats move faster and be more fuel-efficient. Think of it like a racing car with a special aerodynamic design that makes it go faster and use less fuel.

So there you have it, a scimitar propeller is a special type of propeller that looks like a curved sword and helps planes and boats move faster and more efficiently through the air or water.