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Old 22nd Nov 2018, 17:12
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Originally Posted by DaveReidUK
Correct me if I'm wrong, but the coarser the thread pitch (all other things being equal), the more likely a jackscrew is to be back driveable (the spiral ratchet screwdriver principle). Is that what you're saying?

I can't see air loads on the stab being capable of overcoming the combined braking friction in the jackscrew, gearbox and actuator unless we're talking about a previously undisclosed failure in addition to the issues already discussed.
Its MORE than just the pitch ( lead) please take the time to read this simplified explanation

https://www.linearmotiontips.com/how...ll-back-drive/

and for an approximation of loads

https://www.aerospaceonline.com/doc/...actuators-0001
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