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Method of operating actuators simultaneously for moving aircraft flaps, an aircraft flap drive device, and an aircraft provided with such a device

US9114872B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 29, 2012
Grant dateAug 25, 2015
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB64D2045/001
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of operating actuators simultaneously for moving at least two aircraft movable aerodynamic surfaces, the method comprising the steps of: controlling the actuators to move the aerodynamic surfaces towards a predetermined position; during the movement, detecting a slowest actuator; and adapting the control of the actuators to match the actions of the slowest actuator. A drive device for aerodynamic surfaces and an aircraft including such a device.

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