motionlayer/Tinymovr

Compact brushless motor controller with FOC, integrated absolute angle sensor and CAN Bus.

What it solves

Tinymovr provides an affordable way to precisely control 3-phase brushless motors (PMSMs) by integrating a motor controller, encoder, and CAN bus communication into a single package.

How it works

It combines custom hardware designs with specialized firmware for the PAC5527 MCU. The system includes a client library and a "Studio" application that allows users to interface with and manage the motor controllers.

Who it’s for

It is designed for developers and engineers building robotics or motion control systems that require precise brushless motor control on a budget.

Highlights

  • Integrated encoder and CAN bus for streamlined communication.
  • Open source firmware, hardware designs, and client libraries (up to v3.0.0).
  • Dedicated Studio software for configuration and control.
  • Comprehensive developer documentation covering architecture and safety-critical constraints.

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