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Re: Modeling motor control

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Originally Posted by Ether View Post
The average torque generated by the motor is proportional to the algebraic average current, assuming Kt is constant (which in real life it is not, but for most practical purposes it is assumed to be).

The output torque at the motor shaft is equal to the torque generated by the motor, minus the torque losses within the motor.
Is torque loss proportional to speed of the motor?


Will 5A at 4v produce the same internal torque as 5A at 10v?

Is the internal torque of a GEARBOX proportional to its speed?
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