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6.6.3. Motor Controllers
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What is PWM?
Hint
Think about how we can adjust power output.
- 2.
Name one type of motor that can be controlled by a motor controller.
Hint
Remember our discussion about types of motors.
- 3.
What does PWM stand for?
Hint
What are the first letters of each word?
- 4.
Which motor type does NOT typically use a commutator?
- DC Motor
- BLDC Motor
- Stepper Motor
Hint
Think about the naming 'brushless' means there's no brushes.
- 5.
Design a simple PWM circuit to control the speed of a DC motor. Describe the components you would use and how they will interact.
Hint
Consider how changes in the duty cycle affect the power delivered.
- 6.
Discuss the trade-offs of using MOSFETs over traditional relays for motor control applications.
Hint
Think about speed and efficiency advantages.
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