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Model 400-X Feedback Control Loader System

Introducing the Model 400-X Feedback Control Loader System, your ultimate solution for versatile training simulation! This adaptable powerhouse seamlessly integrates with a wide range of equipment, from steering wheels to throttles, collectives, seat shakers, and tillers. Engineered with cutting-edge minimal to zero-backlash gearboxes and DC brush-type motors, it ensures frictionless and inertia-free flight controls.

Certified to meet the highest standards, including FAA Level D, this system is your gateway to unparalleled simulation fidelity. Experience the revolutionary coupled-mass servo force-loop technology, paired with responsive electric actuators and advanced mathematical software, delivering the most precise control loading available. Whether simulating fully boosted, partially boosted, or non-boosted control systems, the 400-X adapts effortlessly, offering variable spring rates and damping to match dynamic pressure changes. With features like friction, stops, breakouts, and more, plus the ability to link controls via software, this system is designed for ultimate flexibility. Pair it with the 300-X Feedback Control Loader System and our full Motion Base Platform for a comprehensive training experience.

Enjoy peace of mind with a full one-year warranty and lifetime technical support, with extended warranties available. Elevate your simulation training with the Model 400-X today!

For information on our software packages for this system, please click here.
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Standard Specifications for 400-X Systems include:

Force at Pushrod is 1000 Lbs max, 500 Lbs continuous (others available)
Velocity at Pushrod is 25in/sec
Actuator Stroke is 5in max, 4in usable (others available)
Actuator Bandwidth is 100Hz or greater

Iteration Rate is 4000Hz or better
Latency (Ethernet) is less that 1ms
Analog to Digital Converter is 16-bit high speed
Digital to Analog Converter is 16-bit high speed

Reliability. Proven.

System Failure is not an option for us... with a MTBF of decades and virtual no maintenance. HFCL-X was made to last.

Customized Systems

With several models and designs to choose from, we work with you to get the job done... from design, manufacture and installation.

Support

Always at your fingertips... Need your team trained... we do that too.

Model 400-x Actuator - Other configurations available.

model 400-x actuator

Flight Control Model:

Coupled mass system. Model includes cable spring, coupled mass, friction, damping, aero hinge moment, aero damping, boost actuators, non-linear gearing, breakout, centering spring, for and aft stops (fixed or movable), trim, autopilot engage, weight on nose wheel, nose wheel velocity and nose wheel velocity angle.

Control Parameters from Host:

Dynamic pressure, roll rate, pitch rate, yaw rate, dynamic pressure divided by velocity, boost oil pressure, autopilot command, autopilot engage, weight on nose wheel, nose wheel velocity and nose wheel angle.

Variables to Host:

Stick positions, Pedal position, Surface positions, control forces, nose wheel angle, nose wheel force, error code. Others available upon request.

Interfaces:

Several interfaces are available: Bit 3, Ethernet, DR-11W (Concurrent), HSD (Encore), and UBC (Universal Bus Controller, Harris). Bit 3 is the easiest to use, Ethernet is the lowest cost for hardware. RS-232 can be used but is usually too slow. DR-11W, HSD, and UBC are essentially obsolete and should only be used with older host computers.

Power Requirements:

115 (230) volts, 7 (3.5) amps peak per axis
115 (230) volts, 1 (0.5) amps quiescent per axis
115 (230) volts, 3 (1.5) amps for the processor

Fixed Wing Aircraft Experience

Embraer EMB-120

Beechcraft King Air

Boeing 737 Loft

Boeing 737 JTS

AT-3

Cessna T-37

Cessna T-38 Talon

Beechcraft King Air C-90

Beechcraft Baron

Northrop F-5 Tiger

Piper Cheyenne Pa-42

Boeing C-17 Globemaster

Lockheed C-141 Starlifter

Cessna 421

Beechcraft Super King Air B200

Douglas A-1 Skyraider

Boeing B-52 Stratofortress

ACT-02

Beechcraft T-34 Mentor

McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II

Bombardier CL-415 Water Bomber

McDonnell Douglas DC-9

JSTARS E-8C

Cessna Ironbird Jet

Bombardier CRJ (Canadian Regional Jet)

McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle

Dornier 328

Northrop Grumman EA-6B Prowler

Beechcraft C-12 Huron

Lockheed C-130 Hercules

Lockheed F117 Nighthawk

Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker

Rotary Wing - Helicopter Experience

Robinson R-44

Airbus HH-65 Dolphin

Sikorsky MH-60 / SH-60 Seahawk

Bell B212

Bell UH-1N Twin Huey

Boeing AH-64 Apache

Boeing AH-64 Apache Longbow

Sikorsky MH-53 Pave Low

Boeing CH-47 Chinook

Control System Modeling

Multi-Mass Modeling
Aircraft Measurement
Aircraft Dynamic Curves
Verification and Validation

Terrain and Nautical Applications

Steering Wheels
Joystick Controls

Rotary Wing System Applications

Collective Lever
Cyclic Stick
Directional Pedals

Fixed-Wing Systems Applications - FAA Level D

Flight Stick, Wheel & Column
Rudder Pedals
Throttle Controls
Auto-Pilots
Trim and Tillers

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