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The use of electric motors in the operation of control surfaces
Electric motors as primary actuators in light aircraft flight control systems, except for the use in the trim systems (stabilizer/elevator, aileron, rudder)have not been used in light aircraft. They have been used in the autopilot systems for many years. In either case, the systems are...- skylark
- Post #8
- Forum: Aircraft engineering
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The use of electric motors in the operation of control surfaces
Electric motors as primary actuators in light aircraft flight control systems, except for the use in the trim systems (stabilizer/elevator, aileron, rudder)have not been used in light aircraft. They have been used in the autopilot systems for many years. In either case, the systems are...- skylark
- Post #7
- Forum: Aircraft engineering
