Like Manual Feel, Blowdown Is in Tune With Fin Loads

The blowdown method of limiting rudder travel is more naturally in tune with structural loads than a variable stop, because blowdown in effect senses loads and restricts motions accordingly. Blowdown refers to rudder airloads being stronger than the actuator force, preventing full deflection at high...

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