I recently became interested in Archimedes Screws. So I figured that I would look up some information. It turns out that information is pretty spread out on the web. I suppose there is plenty of info in books somewhere (library, maybe). But my first stop is the internet. Here's what I found so far...I hope to update this post as I learn more.

Application

• The Archimedes screw was used as the original design for ship propellers.
• Wiki Info on Propellers