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A prototype electrical actuator for aircraft flaps and slats

Lookup NU author(s): Dr John Bennett, Professor Barrie Mecrow, Professor Alan Jack, Dr Dave Atkinson

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Abstract

this paper considers the electrical actuation of aircraft wing surfaces, with particular emphasis upon flap systems. It discusses existing electro-hydraulic systems and proposes an electrical alternative, examining the potential system benefits in terms of increased functionality, maintenance and life cycle costs. The paper then progresses to describe a full scale actuation demonstrator of the flap system, including the high speed electrical drive, step down gearbox and flaps. Detailed descriptions are given of the fault tolerant motor, power electronics, control architecture and position sensor systems, along with a range of test results, demonstrating the system in operation. © 2005 IEEE.

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Author(s): Bennett JW, Mecrow BC, Jack AG, Atkinson DJ, Sheldon S, Cooper B, Mason G, Sewell C, Cudley D

Publication type: Conference Proceedings (inc. Abstract)

Publication status: Published

Conference Name: 2005 IEEE International Conference on Electric Machines and Drives

Year of Conference: 2005

Pages: 41-47

ISSN: 0780389883

Publisher: IEEE

URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1109/IEMDC.2005.195699

DOI: 10.1109/IEMDC.2005.195699

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ISBN: 0780389875

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