The “Mass of Elevators” in aircraft design refers to the total mass of the movable control surfaces known as elevators. Elevators are located on the tail (horizontal stabilizer) of an aircraft and are used to control the aircraft’s pitch or nose-up and nose-down movement. Here’s the formula, definition, and SI unit for the Mass of Elevators:
Formula for Mass of Elevators: The Mass of Elevators is determined by measuring the mass of the elevator components, including the control surface, structural elements, and associated mechanisms. Mathematically, it can be expressed as:
- Mass of Elevators: The total mass of the elevator components, typically measured in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lb).
- Mass of Elevator Control Surface: The mass of the movable part of the elevator that directly controls pitch.
- Mass of Elevator Structural Components: The mass of the structural elements that support and connect the elevator to the aircraft’s tail
- Mass of Actuating Mechanisms: The mass of components that enable the movement of the elevator.