Custom hardware

Hi Aachner,

i build my own ESC based on the VESC6 schematic. I need a special PCB shape - round, to fit in a underwater scooter tube - and the best option was to do it on my own.

The hardware is configured in the src-code in the hwconf/ folder. Add your own hw_xxx.y and adjust the hwconf.mk. You have to adjust the conf_general.h, mcuconf.h and maybe some other files also. Depends on the compiler errors :))) The main configuration is done in your hw_xxx.h file. I recommend the use of GIT !

While drawing your schematic, have a look at the STM32f0 manual to check if your PIN has als the functions you need (alternative function table)

Regards

Georg

Is your nickname Aachner because you are living in Aachen ? Oder your name is a.achner ? :)) If first, i can help you in real life :)

As Georg said, have a look at the conf_general and the hwconf folder where you can also see some supported TI DRV83XX gate driver.

Switching over from the STM32F405 to a different MCU should be very challenging because a big rewrite of the code is needed. There are quite a few topics and questions for a long time asking about porting to a different STM32 but I haven't seen a working example yet.

It's not like the STM32F405 is expensive, not that much reason to switch other than form factor.

Not only form factor, main question to me if F0 may run the task, especially FOC? 

Taking VESC code to a different platform makes no sense as all platforms such as Ti, Infeneon, etc. have their motor driver "starter kits" and that's the right way to start. Moving from a better/faster performing MCU to an inferior one makes even less sense. If extra low cost is the only goal, it's better to use an off the shelf chinese controller for $15. Huge time and effort saver.