Flight control device for an aircraft
US9738374B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 4, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 22, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 4, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64C13/507
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a flight control device for an aircraft, the device comprising a mount, a lever pivotally mounted on the mount, and mechanical means for generating a return force for the lever, said means including a spring and a first motor member that are arranged so that a first end of the spring is constrained to move in rotation with the lever and a second end of the spring is constrained to move in rotation with an outlet shaft of the first motor member. According to the invention, the flight control device includes an electrical assistance system for assisting said mechanical means for generating a return force.
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