Control inceptor systems and associated methods
US8100029B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 11, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T74/20201
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Control inceptor systems and associated methods, including inceptors suitable for high-g operations and/or inceptors having a center of rotation located within an operator's grasp region, are disclosed herein. One aspect of the invention is directed toward a control inceptor having a grip coupled to a support. The inceptor is configured so that a center of rotation for movement in at least one plane is located within the grasp region of an operator when an operator grasps the grip. The support is positioned so that when the operator moves the grip (e.g., makes an input movement), the support arcs about the center of rotation.
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