New Flite Inc.

Robert J Kuster

Jay Bruce Ross

An aircraft control yoke apparatus includes an inexpensive mechanism for manipulating a two axis variable transducer and is especially adaptable for use with microcomputers. The apparatus includes a control wheel attached at one end to a shaft which is in turn supported by a linear bearing. The linear bearing permits the shaft to rotate and simultaneously move back and forth. A crank mechanism is attached to the other end of the shaft and serves to amplify the rotational movement of the steering wheel. A resilient, elastic material like natural isoprene rubber connects the crank to a two axis variable transducer. The elastic material causes the two axis transducer to follow the motion of the rotational and back and forth movement of the steering wheel. A return-to-center mechanism causes the wheel to return to a neutral position when no force is applied to it. A very life-like simulation of airplane flight is achieved with a minimum of expense and a high degree of realism.

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Belle Mead, NJ, United States of America

Robert J Kuster