Control stick assembly
US4490710A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 1982 |
| Grant date | Dec 25, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2002 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/2063
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A control stick assembly capable of conversion between an automatic return mode and a free-floating mode is disclosed. The control stick assembly comprises a control stick, a pair of potentiometers, linkages coupling the control stick to the potentiometers, spring means for urging the control stick toward a select position and means for reversibly disengaging the spring means.
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