In the previous post, we briefly covered the basic function of an electric motor. This time we give a high-level overview of electric motor inverters. High-level overview Electric motor inverters, which are also commonly referred to as motor controllers in the robotics industry and electronic speed controllers (ESC) in the drone industry, are used to …
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Recommended reading The following is a list of texts and resources adapted from my personal blog. They are approximately in order from undergraduate to postgraduate levels. Electric motors Texas Instruments Motor Control Compendium by Dave Wilson More of a quick reference guide than a consolidated book, this PDF covers the most common concepts and terms …
This is the first post in a series that will explore the basics behind electric motors. Note that this series is intended for a general audience and so makes some simplifying assumptions. For a more in-depth treatment of the topic please refer to the recommended reading page. High-level overview Electric motors are power converters, taking …
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Hello! Welcome to Kite Magnetics Blog. Who is this blog for? This blog is intended for new team members at Kite, our customers, our suppliers and anyone else who would like to learn the basics of electric motors and how they relate to the sustainable aviation industry. What topics will be discussed and at what …