T-45C TS, ADV & IUT ENG-11
Hydraulic Subsystems
Cockpit controls and indicators used to operate the
NWS system include the paddle switch, the NWS
button, the NWS caution light, the NWS HI advisory
light, and the rudder pedals.
D.
Launch bar
Sg 2, fr 13
1.
Major components 1.4.12.3.1
Fig 18: Launch Bar
System Major
a.
Power unit: converts hydraulic force into
Components
mechanical energy required to extend launch
bar
b.
Launch bar: physically connects to carrier deck
shuttle to transfer energy of catapult to aircraft
during catapult launches
c.
Redundant launch bar drive linkage system:
dual linkage/springs provide mechanical force
to
(1) Hold launch bar on deck when extended
(2) Return launch bar to up position
(3) Hold launch bar stowed when retracted
Launch Bar
Drive Linkage
Power Unit
Figure 18: LAUNCH BAR SYSTEM MAJOR COMPONENTS
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