Nose Wheel Steering Control Units for FbW Systems Contact Us

LORD nose wheel steering control units (hand wheels) are developed with a flexible design approach. This approach, combined with a range of fly-by-wire technology solutions, enable LORD to provide highly customized designs. Light panels, sensors, friction level, detent position and load, and cosmetic features all can be adapted for each aircraft program.

All electrical components used are mature components - logging flying hours for more than 20 years. Also, with more than 8,000 secondary control lever units flying - each with a proven MTBF greater than 150,000 FH (often greater than the aircraft life itself) - LORD has the technology, experience and capability to provide a more optimized unit in terms of system weight, cost, aircraft integration, pilot acceptance, reliability and maintainability. We aer accustomed to working with both aircraft and system manufacturers in a collaborative environment. When coupled with our extensive and capable on-site test facility, LORD is able to support all systems requirements, from development to certification, within the program schedule.

LORD is both an OEM and MRO solution provider - if you are owner or operator, please visit our MRO Services page.

Turnkey Solutions for FbW Secondary Flight Controls

Please visit our Flap and Slat Control Levers and Speed Brake (Spoiler) Control pages to learn about the other fly-by-wire secondary flight control units we provide.

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Nose Wheel Steering Hand Wheels - Functions & Options

Main Functions (TRL 10)

• Self Centering Force Feel
• Steering Sensors (Potentiometers or RVDT)
• Pedal Disconnect (Button & Switches)
• Hand Grip
• Friction Brake

Optional Functions (TRL 10)

• Electrical Damper
• Light Panel

Other Options (TRL 3)

• Back Drive Through Electrical Motor
• Electrical Soft Detent