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Old 10-14-2006 | 10:11 AM
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Default aileron servo idea

I like to mount aileron servos on their sides within the wing with only the servo arm protruding. The difficulty is the length of most servo arms; Most are too short. Near neutral they are long enough, but they disappear below the wing surface with deflection. This means the pushrod must be bent, and the slot in the wing must be wider - enough to accomodate the pushrod keeper.

Longer servos arms on standard throw servos require much longer horns on the ailerons.

One solution would be special aileron servos geared for, let's say, one half the normal throw, combined with the longer servo arm. This would allow for easier servo installation, a better appearance, shorter aileron horns, and push rods without bends.

I wondered how others address the in-wing aileron servo, and if the above idea had merit.

I use non-computer transmitters.