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How to control PPM output with CANBUS command

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How to control PPM output with CANBUS command

Hi developers,

 

    I am trying to build a Racing car with VESC6 mk5. My team hopes to control the car with CANBUS commands to achieve angular and velocity control. I have trouble controlling a servo (angular controller) with PPM output signals. Is there any way of using CANBUS commands to control PPM output signals, or do I have to develop the code myself? If anyone knows how to do this, please help!!! 

 

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Jiahe

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You can script that, but you need to write up some code. Also note that bigger servos would need a separate power supply and you should use an opto-decoupler in between the VESC 6 and the servo in order to avoid ground loops.

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Can you please elaborate on it a little? Do I need to change the source code of Vesc and flash it? Is that what you mean

Jiahe Xu