Structural Strength Analysis of Flight Control Actuator Support System Part Bell Crank LH-Wing Using Finite Element Method on NXXX Aircraft

Shofwan BaharDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Diponegoro University, Semarang, IndonesiaEflita YohanaDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Diponegoro University, Semarang, IndonesiaSri NugrohoDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Diponegoro University, Semarang, IndonesiaMargiyantoDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Diponegoro University, Semarang, Indonesia

Vol 10 No 5 (2026): Volume 10, Issue 5, May 2026 | Pages: 530-536

International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology

OPEN ACCESS | Research Article | Published Date: 26-05-2026

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Abstract

Flight control systems are crucial in managing the trajectory of commercial aircraft, ensuring stable and safe flight. This system consists of various components including sensors, controllers, actuators, and communication channels, designed with the constraints of the flight environment in mind. Flight control components are made of lightweight yet durable materials, making them reliable in various flight conditions to withstand shocks, vibrations, and stresses during operation. One of the components in flight control is the bracket and bell crank. By applying the Finite Element Method using MSC Patran and MSC Nastran, an analysis was conducted to understand the data processing process to obtain results in the form of deformations, stresses, and forces acting on the Flight Control Actuator System components. The results of this study indicate that the forces generated during the operation of the pulley to move the aileron can cause loads and stress on the Flight Control Actuator System structure. This has the potential to affect the reliability and performance of the flight control actuator system, which is crucial in maintaining stability, responsiveness, and control of the aircraft during flight.

Keywords

Flight Control System, Bracket, Bell crank, Finite Element Method, MSC Patran and Nastran.


Citation of this Article

Shofwan Bahar, Eflita Yohana, Sri Nugroho, & Margiyanto. (2026). Structural Strength Analysis of Flight Control Actuator Support System Part Bell Crank LH-Wing Using Finite Element Method on NXXX Aircraft. International Research Journal of Innovations in Engineering and Technology - IRJIET, 10(5), 530-536. Article DOI https://doi.org/10.47001/IRJIET/2026.105073

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