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Old 05-05-2014 | 12:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Art ARRO
Oli,
Great thread especially for us scratch builders. Got a question on flap servo requirements-where the hinge pivot point is below the wing surface. This occurs when using Fun-Key hinges (from Yellow A/C) for their F/A-18 and similar jets. With their medium size hinges, the pivot point is about 10 mm below the wing/flap surface. This type of hinge yields a semi-Fowler type movement of the flap. Also, what is the recommended position of the flap control horn with this setup.? I'd appreciate your thoughts and guidance on this. Thanz in advance.
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Art ARRO
I would be interested in learning how to set up the offset hing also, below is a drawing of my flap example above only with an offset hinge.
I am not sure how to lower the hing point in the program.

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