A general theory of rotorcraft trim

In this paper we offer a general theory of rotorcraft trim. The theory is set in the context of control theory. It allows for completely arbitrary trim controls and trim settings for multi-rotor aircraft with tests to ensure that a system is trimmable. In addition, the theory allows for “optimal tri...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: David A. Peters, Dinesh Barwey
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 1996-01-01
Series:Mathematical Problems in Engineering
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/S1024123X9600021X