This project is an open source micro-controller board used to drive a stepper motor in closed loop mode. The board is generally used on 3D printer steppers or CNC steppers to prevent losing steps. The project is inspired by Tropical labs: Mechaduino board #motorControllers

A precise stepper motor controller using the RP2350A MCU (Raspberry Pico 2) and L297/L298N drivers for two-phase bipolar motors. Great for robotics and automation applications. #RP2350 #Pico2 #StepperMotorDriver #L297 #L298N #Robotics #Automation #MotorControl

Voice Controlled Toy Car powered by the PocketBeagle single board computer and featuring two L293D motor drivers and two SPH0645LM4H-B MEMS microphones, this innovative project allows you to control your toy car's movements with just your voice. Perfect for hobbyists and DIY enthusiasts alike, this project is a must-have for anyone looking to take their electronic skills to the next level. #project #motorControllers

The electronic speed controller (ESC) is an essential part of an electric propulsion system’s hardware. It acts like the brain of the system by telling the motor how fast to go based on data signals it receives from the throttle controller.

For smaller applications like drones and RC vehicles, this controller has the name ‘ESC’, whereas for larger manufacturing applications it may be called an electronic control unit, inverter, or motor controller. #drone #motorController #PCA9685 #controller #motor #esc #referenceDesign #project #EFM8BB21F16G #MPU9250 #template

This project is a small 100mm X 100mm quadcopter controlled by ESP32 and MPU-6050 Template #drone #motorController #ESP32 #controller #motor #helicopter #referenceDesign #project #quadcopter #MPU6050 #template

Production-Ready 2-Layer ESP32-S3 Controller PCB: Dual WROOM-1U/WROOM-1 Footprints, ESD-Protected USB-C Debug, Protected 12 V Input (Fuse, Reverse Diode, TVS), TPS5430DDA Buck + TLV70033DDCT LDO Power, Integrated TMC2209 Stepper Driver, 3× 12 V/2 A LED Channels with Screw Terminals, Comprehensive Test Points, Full BOM/Pin Map/Gerbers, Logic Power Supply Audited and Validated #ESP32S3 #PowerManagement #MotorControl #LEDControl #ProductionReady #PowerAudit

T-Shaped Raspberry Pi Pico 2 Motor-Control PCB with TB6612FNG, LM2596, and MPU-6050

This project involves designing a complete schematic for a robotic arm controller based on the ESP32-C3 microcontroller, specifically using the ESP32-C3-MINI-1-N4 module. The design features a dual power input system and comprehensive power management, motor control, I/O interfaces, and status indicators—all implemented on a 2-layer PCB.

Key Specifications:

Microcontroller: • ESP32-C3-MINI-1-N4 module operating at 3.3V. • Integrated USB programming connections with reset and boot mode buttons.

Power System: • Dual power inputs with automatic source selection: USB-C port (5V input) and barrel jack (6-12V input). • Power management using LM74610 smart diode controllers for power source OR-ing. • AMS1117-3.3 voltage regulator to deliver a stable 3.3V supply to the microcontroller. • Filter capacitors (10μF electrolytic and 100nF ceramic) at the input and output of the regulators. • Protection features including USBLC6-2SC6 for USB ESD protection and TVS diodes for barrel jack overvoltage protection.

Motor Control: • Incorporates an Omron G5LE relay with a PC817 optocoupler and BC547 transistor driver. • Provides dedicated header pins for servo motors with PWM outputs. • Flyback diode protection implemented for relay safety.

I/O Connections: • Header pins exposing ESP32-C3 GPIOs: Digital I/O (IO0-IO10, IO18, IO19) and serial communication lines (TXD0, RXD0), plus an enable pin. • Each I/O pin includes appropriate 10kΩ pull-up/pull-down resistors to ensure reliable performance.

Status Indicators: • A power status LED with a current-limiting resistor. • A user-controllable LED connected to one of the GPIO pins.

PCB Layout Requirements: • 2-layer PCB design with separate ground planes for digital and power sections. • Placement of decoupling capacitors close to power pins to reduce noise. • Adequate trace width for power lines to ensure efficient current flow. • Inclusion of mounting holes at the board corners for secure installation. • All components are properly labeled with correct values for resistors, capacitors, and other passive elements, following standard design practices for noise reduction, stability, and reliability.

#RoboticArmController #ESP32C3 #SchematicDesign #PCBDesign #ElectronicsDesign #PowerManagement #MotorControl #EmbeddedSystems #IoT