Hack a powerchair and make it fast | Part 2

I'm back with part 2 of the power chair hacking video series that I started over a year ago. I'm sorry to everyone that has been waiting for this, as this project had been de-prioritized because of work and life in general. I've gotten so much feedback in the form of Youtube comments, emails, and other messages that I know that I need to continue and finish this project. It clearly has a purpose.

This video is all about the electrical system design and software algorithm used to control the power wheelchair. This design will undoubtedly change over time as the idea evolves and becomes better (it already has since filming this video). For this reason, I'll be using Github as the source of truth for design and software files. Please be patient with me as I update the repo and get everything to one place.

Github repo: https://github.com/trowan-techworks/p...

Leave a comment, let me know your thoughts. Should I start a Discord server or chat for this project? Or for power wheelchair problems, fixes and troubleshooting in general? Let me know!

Thanks for your patience. This is my gift to you all, it's just running a little bit behind.

Time Links:
0:00 - Intro
0:26 - I'm back and have heard you
0:54 - Part 2 Video Overview
1:24 - Github is source of truth
1:36 - The Ultimate Goal
1:43 - Background on Project
2:14 - Design Goals
2:21 - Powerchair System Diagram
2:27 - 48VDC Battery Pack
4:00 - Motor Controller
5:39 - DC/DC Converter and 5VDC Supply
6:07 - ESP32 Microcontroller
6:48 - Joystick
7:46 - Angle Sensor
8:23 - Relay Board
8:50 - Circuit Breaker
9:06 - Control System Overview
10:32 - Control System Algorithm
13:28 - Testing
15:03 - Future Steps
15:57 - Closing Statements
16:05 - Leave a Comment!
16:17 - Support?
16:24 - Discord or chat for power wheelchairs? Yes or No
16:52 - Hit me up on instagram @trowan_techworks
17:08 BYE!



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