C-130J CONTROL WHEEL & COLUMN ASSEMBLY

Essex manufactures and tests the complete assembly, which consists of the yoke and full column. Our unique design allows removing and replacing the control wheel in just minutes. The control wheel contains a force transducer as well as several single and multi-function switches for display cursor control, communications, pitch trim, auto-pilot disconnect, countermeasures, HUD declutter, and auxiliary functions.

The commercial derivative of the military C-130J Super Hercules is the LM-100J. Select design changes enables it to perform as a civil multi-purpose air freighter.

F-16 Fighting Falcon Sidestick Control Grip

F-16 FIGHTING FALCON SIDESTICK CONTROL GRIP

The F-16 Fighting Falcon Sidestick Control Grip is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of precision cast aluminum, this grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. The stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for flight control, autopilot override, nosewheel steering, aerial refueling, display management, air-to-ground weapon release, and a two-stage trigger for air-to air weapons release.

F-35 JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER THROTTLE GRIP

The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Throttle Grip is machined from a high-strength aluminum alloy casting.  It contains a transducer, optical encoder and several single and multi-function switches. In addition to engine power control, these features allow for display cursor control, menu scroll/select, speed brakes, countermeasures, communications and weapons system functions. Along with the stick grip, Essex conducted a comprehensive qualification program for the F-35, including full environmentals, vibration, shock and EMI testing.

Essex manufactures some of the most complex human-machine interface controls for the most advanced ground, and air combat vehicles in the world.

F-35 JOINT STRIKE FIGHTER SIDESTICK GRIP

The F-35 Joint Strike Fighter Sidestick Grip, along with the throttle grip, is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured from precision cast aluminum, this grip is resistant to environmental and structural conditions per MIL-STD-810. In addition to an adjustable palm rest, the stick grip contains a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for pitch/roll trim, display management, aerial refueling, nosewheel steering, autopilot override, weapon select, air-to-ground weapon release, gun and air-to-air weapon release.

Essex manufactures some of the most complex human-machine interface controls for the most advanced ground, and air combat vehicles in the world.

F-22 RAPTOR STICK GRIP

The F-22 Raptor Stick Grip is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of precision cast aluminum, this grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. The stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for flight control, nosewheel steering, aerial refueling, display management and stores management.

Essex manufactures some of the most complex human-machine interface controls for the most advanced ground, and air combat vehicles in the world.

F-18 STICK GRIP

The F-18 Stick Grip is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of high-strength molded plastic, the grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. This stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for aircraft trim control, display management, weapon select, air-to-ground weapon release, two-stage trigger for gunfire and air-to-air weapon release, nosewheel steering and aerial refueling.

F-15 STICK GRIP – FRONT SEAT

The F-15 Stick Grip – Front Seat is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionics and armament systems. Manufactured of high-strength molded plastic, the grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. This stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for aircraft trim control, display management, weapon select, air-to-ground weapon release, two-stage trigger for gunfire and air-to-air weapon release, nosewheel steering and aerial refueling

C-17 CONTROL STICK GRIP

The C-17 Control Stick Grip, part of the fly-by-wire system, is the main pilot/aircraft interface for flight, avionic and defensive systems. Manufactured of precision cast aluminum, this grip is resistant to environmental conditions per MIL-STD-810. The stick grip provides a variety of single and multi-function switch assemblies for aircraft trim control, communications, display management and nosewheel steering.  A mirror image of the stick for the copilot is also available.

HYDRAULIC PULSATION DAMPENERS

Hydraulic Pulsation Dampeners (or attenuators) are designed to reduce fluid pressure pulsations generated by aircraft hydraulic pumps. These pulsations can lead to system damage through check valve failure, tubing or hose rupture, loosened connections and cracked manifolds.  In addition to the potential for system failure, hydraulic pressure pulsations can dramatically increase noise levels within the aircraft cabin.  Unlike nitrogen-charged “muffler” devices, Essex hydraulic pulsation dampeners contain no moving parts and require no servicing. Constructed of high-strength 15-5PH hardened steel, these units are subjected to non-destructive tests prior to shipment.

 

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FLAME ARRESTORS

Flame Arrestors are designed to allow for the venting of fuel vapors while preventing external flames or other ignition sources from entering the fuel lines and supply. Essex flame arrestors are installed in all Boeing commercial aircraft, as well as a number of regional aircraft.

 

 

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