carl@photos.prestel.co.uk wrote:
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> Would it be possible to effect aileron trim using the same principle (ie-
> the spring taking the sideways load that would otherwise be taken by the
> pilots arm ).
Carl,
That thought has also crossed my mind. I'm glad that this issue is
getting some discussion, and if anyone knows of a flaw in using this
alternative method, they will let us know.
I've seen what Tony K has done for his aileron trim and he has done a
great job, but it did take quite a bit of work (and a spare aileron as a
test piece). It will give finger-tip control and should be pretty
precise, but it is another thing to go wrong, and does spoil the lovely
lines of the wing a little.
I was hoping to incorporate something to load the control one way or the
other, possibly using a light bungee cord, tensioned with a lever or
wheel.
Rob Waters
kit 437
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