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Re: Brushless Motor Microcontoller

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Originally Posted by JesseK View Post
The problem I have with this is that I'm not sure if a brushless motor control is the same as a brushed motor control, from the communications signal perspective. For instance -- can I use the VEX microcontroller I already have to control a brushless motor controller that supports a PWM input?
Yes, VEX should be able to send a PWM signal to a a brushless motor controller.
Look carefully at your motor specifications before selecting a Brushless Motor controller.
I suggest browsing a few of the R/C hobby websites.
TowerHobbies , HobbyLobby

If you want to go into more detail,
Sensorless Brushless Control
Luminary Micro Brushless Reference Design Kit
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