What is the function of the Main Artificial Feel Unit?

The function of the Main Artificial Feel Unit is to provide an artificial load feel that is proportional to control inputs. This unit is specifically designed to simulate the feedback that a pilot would typically experience in a conventional aircraft with direct control surfaces. In fly-by-wire systems like those in the Dassault Falcon 2000LXS, the control inputs are sent electronically rather than through mechanical linkages. The Main Artificial Feel Unit replicates the tactile sensation of resistance that pilots rely on for effective control, helping them gauge the aircraft's response to their inputs without directly feeling the aerodynamic forces on the control surfaces.

This feedback is crucial for maintaining pilot awareness and situational control during flight, particularly in high-speed or high-load situations. The "feel" it provides allows for more intuitive handling of the aircraft, which can otherwise feel disconnected due to the lack of immediate physical response in such advanced systems.