Hargrave Technologies, an Australian company specializing in UAS power electronics, has unveiled its latest innovation: the microDRIVE LP motor controller.
Boasting an IP67 rating, comprehensive DroneCAN compatibility, over 60 customizable parameters, and integrated power and signal cables, the microDRIVE LP is engineered for the most rigorous UAS applications.
With a proven track record of more than 10,000 commercial flight hours, the microDRIVE LP is designed to excel in various UAS applications, even in the most challenging environments.
This controller leverages Hargrave Technologies’ innovative gatekeeper platform and the advanced FOCAL algorithm, which redefines sensorless motor control. It enhances low-speed efficiency while maintaining high-RPM performance akin to trapezoidal drives,all without the need for tuning. Additionally, the microDRIVE LP features high-speed circular logging, ensuring that no critical moment is overlooked.
Highlighted Features:
- Support for DroneCAN, DShot, and Standard Servo PWM.
- FOCAL and Trapezoidal motor control techniques.
- Integrated motor temperature monitoring.
- Propeller parking capability (requires motor sensor).
- Internal capacitor bank designed for input lead lengths of up to 3 meters.
- Precise current measurement across the entire operational range.
- IP-rated housing with pre-cabled and connector-terminated options.
- Highly customizable through various interfaces.
- Internal high-speed circular data logging with up to 72 hours of storage.
- Self-diagnostic hardware tests upon startup.
- Self-correcting memory with onboard backups and error-correcting codes.
- NDAA-compliant configurations available.
Manufactured in Sydney, Australia, Hargrave Technologies provides NDAA-compliant solutions tailored for the most demanding applications, focusing on creating the smallest, lightest, and highest-performing UAS components while ensuring supply chain security.
the microDRIVE LP has already garnered attention from aerospace and defense sectors, enabling them to achieve greater distances and speeds with each flight. Most importantly, the microDRIVE product line, starting with the LP model, emphasizes reliability, which is crucial for mission-critical operations.
As a plug-and-play solution, the microDRIVE LP features over 60 configurable parameters, easily accessible via their user-friendly Configurator Tool or DroneCAN. Furthermore, the accompanying Datasheet offers essential details on safety, integration, communication, wiring, and telemetry, empowering customers to launch with assurance.
The microDRIVE LP is now available and has quickly become a favored choice among aerospace and defense organizations.
