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aabill
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Is this (low-inertia) application likely to be problematic

Hello

I would be interested to hear from anyone who has successfully or otherwise used VESC hw/sw for a similar application to this:

Fixed-wing model aircraft (F3a competition) powered by a sensorless bldc motor28 pole, 210 rpm*volt-1, 3kW (this or similar) generating thrust via a 21" diameter propeller weighing only 50-60gm

FOC mode (for quietness and efficiency)

RPM closed-loop control (to aid constant-speed flight in  manoeuvres having climbing and diving components)

Regenerative braking to enable use of lower capacity (= lighter) lipo batteries

Reliable start-up

Reliable idle speed circa 1200rpm

 

There is commercially available  this one but it has a longish supply lead time which raises suspicion that repairs under warranty, if necessary, could be slow. It is also relatively costly and can only drive the same manufacturer's motors.

Hoping for your insights / advice / comments / questions

Kind regards

Bill A.

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Get back to us, we will sort you out with a VESC 6. It will do a perfect job for you.

https://www.trampaboards.com/vesc-6-plus-benjamin-vedder-electronic-spee...

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Haha - didn't see your post until just now, spoke to Dave this morning, ordered one just a few mins ago!

Cheers, Bill