Hinged panel operation systems and methods

摘要

A hinged panel operation system (10) is provided having a mechanical linkage assembly (90) coupled between a fixed structure (96) and a trailing edge device (36). The mechanical linkage assembly has a first link (118) operatively coupled to the trailing edge device, a second link (130) pivotably connected at a first end to the first link and pivotably connected at a second end to a third link (142), and an eccentric attachment (154) connecting the second link to the third link. The hinged panel operation system further has a hinged panel (162) positioned forward of the trailing edge device and being operatively coupled to the mechanical linkage assembly. The hinged panel is movable by the mechanical linkage assembly between a stowed position and a drooped position. The mechanical linkage assembly provides a load path to the hinged panel.