Robotics Fundamentals
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Robotics · Motion & Control

Motor Driver Concept

Use a driver circuit to provide motor current and direction safely beyond a controller pin.

2 min micro-lesson

Lesson focus

Motor Driver Concept

Describe the key ideas behind “Motor Driver Concept” and apply them to a familiar technology scenario.

Video resources will be added as each NEST lesson is published.

Learning objective

What you will understand

Describe the key ideas behind “Motor Driver Concept” and apply them to a familiar technology scenario.

Key ideas

  • Current amplification
  • Direction control
  • Controller protection

Try it

Place a motor driver correctly between a microcontroller and motors.

Quick recap

Use a driver circuit to provide motor current and direction safely beyond a controller pin.