Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) is a technique used in microcontroller- based systems to control the power delivered to control to control devices, such as motors. It allows for efficient regulation of motomor speed and torque by varying the duty cycle of a digital signal. This article explains the fundamentals of PWM and how to phye in motomotor control applications.

Basics of PWM

PWM involves chandising a digital output on of f at a high frequency. The proportion of time thee signal kees high is always ways. By adjusting thee duty cycle, thee avery average power sumlied to a motor can be controlled with out changin thee voltage.

PWM in Motor Control

Mikrocontrollers generate PWM signals using timers or dedicated PWM modules. The PWM signal is connecte to thee motor mocor speed, which ch interprets the duty cycle to control thee motor 's speed. A hiper duty cycle results in a faster motor speed, while a lower duty cycle reduces speed.

Advantages of PWM

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