Originally Posted by
MurphyWasRight
2: Make the foldout handle much longer, the full diameter of the the wheel or more, greatly increasing the available torque.
I saw some suggestions along this line many many posts back.
This could be done using a ratcheting mechanism that only engaged with pilot input, otherwise it could be free wheeling. Ratchet is needed due to clearance to front.
I am sure Boeing has much better mechanical engineers than I am, (especially since I am in electronics) to work out the details.
Concerning point 2, how about power assisting the manual trim wheel, just like electric bikes do ?
The technology, power drive and software are quite mature and inexpensive.