ESC Firmware Suggestions

[A RC Dude]

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But I found this. Couldn't the same type thing be built inside an ESC and as soon as it's tripped, cut power?

[Pdelcast]

Originally Posted by A RC Dude

Can't edit post...

But I found this. Couldn't the same type thing be built inside an ESC and as soon as it's tripped, cut power?

Hi RC dude,

Sure, something like that could be built in to an ESC. Would add a bit of cost.

Even better is active cell balancing -- this is what is being used in a lot of electric (full-sized) cars today. When there is a weaker cell, power is sent from the stronger cells to the weaker cells (via a very complicated set of DC-DC converters) to keep the charge balanced throughout the discharge cycle.

I expect we'll see active charge balancers for hobby pretty soon.

Patrick