That’s why I asked what you think would be the main advantage of your version of a dual controller. Would it be significantly smaller and cheaper to produce?
Stupid idea to the single design, maybe but just came in my head. Would it be possible to place the CAN ports as well as the main power ports to the end of the pcb, like on both sides so that it would be easy to just plug/solder a bridge between the pcbs to have a solid connection for the CAN bus and need only one xt90 plug and wire for both vescs main power supply?
I’ve always thought about a perforated PCB that had traces that crossed both halves but when you broke it apart, it was two separate and fully functional single-motor ESCs. And it could even come in a four-motor variant that could be broken apart into four single motor ESCs or if, for example, motor 3 died, you could stick a new single in that place and keep the old 1,2,4 controllers
Hi, I’ve just signed up to allow me to write on this forum. I’ve been aware of the VESC controllers for a while but not found a VESC off the shelf controller that fits my requirements. I’m building my first ebike which is reasonably high powered. I’m using a Sabvoton controller which is ok but no support from the Chinese manufacturer, so no ability to cusomise or repair. I’ve been an arducopter user and have been used to the community support. I am looking forward to this hardware becoming available for me to build my ebike to my requirements. Perhaps in the future even a full size electric aircaft. Much appreciation for your work.
I think there will always be scope for budget ESCs with fewer features than som. Not everyone needs the features or has the budget (let alone patience) to buy a Unity. As someone who has fried multiple Vescs, I would definitely be looking at something that is reliable and not super fragile
