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Stick Length is the length of the control stick (to move the control surface) of an aircraft. Check FAQs
𝒍s=δe𝑮δs
𝒍s - Stick Length?δe - Elevator Deflection Angle?𝑮 - Gearing Ratio?δs - Stick Deflection Angle?

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0.215Edit=0.1Edit0.9302Edit0.5Edit
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Control stick length for given gearing ratio Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
𝒍s=δe𝑮δs
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
𝒍s=0.1rad0.9302m⁻¹0.5rad
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
𝒍s=0.10.93020.5
Next Step Evaluate
𝒍s=0.214999897875049m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
𝒍s=0.215m

Control stick length for given gearing ratio Formula Elements

Variables
Stick Length
Stick Length is the length of the control stick (to move the control surface) of an aircraft.
Symbol: 𝒍s
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Elevator Deflection Angle
The Elevator Deflection Angle is the angle made by the elevator of an aircraft with the horizontal for an applied stick force.
Symbol: δe
Measurement: AngleUnit: rad
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Gearing Ratio
Gearing Ratio is a measure of the mechanical advantage provided by the control system of an aircraft.
Symbol: 𝑮
Measurement: Reciprocal LengthUnit: m⁻¹
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Stick Deflection Angle
Stick Deflection Angle is the angle made by the control stick (used to move control surface) of an aircraft with the vertical.
Symbol: δs
Measurement: AngleUnit: rad
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other Formulas to find Stick Length

​Go Stick Length for given Stick Force
𝒍s=𝑯𝒆δe𝙁δs

Other formulas in Stick Forces and Hinge Moments category

​Go Elevator Hinge moment coefficient
Che=𝑯𝒆0.5ρV2Sece
​Go Elevator Hinge Moment given Hinge Moment Coefficient
𝑯𝒆=Che0.5ρV2Sece
​Go Flight Velocity given Elevator Hinge Moment Coefficient
V=𝑯𝒆Che0.5ρSece
​Go Elevator Area given Hinge Moment Coefficient
Se=𝑯𝒆Che0.5ρV2ce

How to Evaluate Control stick length for given gearing ratio?

Control stick length for given gearing ratio evaluator uses Stick Length = Elevator Deflection Angle/(Gearing Ratio*Stick Deflection Angle) to evaluate the Stick Length, Control Stick Length for given Gearing Ratio is a measure of the length of the control stick required for a specific gearing ratio, calculated by dividing the elevator deflection angle by the product of the gearing ratio and stick deflection angle, ensuring precise control and balance in mechanical systems. Stick Length is denoted by 𝒍s symbol.

How to evaluate Control stick length for given gearing ratio using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Control stick length for given gearing ratio, enter Elevator Deflection Angle e), Gearing Ratio (𝑮) & Stick Deflection Angle s) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Control stick length for given gearing ratio

What is the formula to find Control stick length for given gearing ratio?
The formula of Control stick length for given gearing ratio is expressed as Stick Length = Elevator Deflection Angle/(Gearing Ratio*Stick Deflection Angle). Here is an example- 0.215054 = 0.1/(0.930233*0.5).
How to calculate Control stick length for given gearing ratio?
With Elevator Deflection Angle e), Gearing Ratio (𝑮) & Stick Deflection Angle s) we can find Control stick length for given gearing ratio using the formula - Stick Length = Elevator Deflection Angle/(Gearing Ratio*Stick Deflection Angle).
What are the other ways to Calculate Stick Length?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Stick Length-
  • Stick Length=Hinge Moment*Elevator Deflection Angle/(Stick Force*Stick Deflection Angle)OpenImg
Can the Control stick length for given gearing ratio be negative?
No, the Control stick length for given gearing ratio, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Control stick length for given gearing ratio?
Control stick length for given gearing ratio is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Control stick length for given gearing ratio can be measured.
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