Encoder Basics

Requires:
Robot Code Basics

Success Criteria

  • Configure a motor encoder
  • Read an encoder
  • Configure encoder range/units through gearing
  • Enable/Disable Soft Limits

TODO

  • Absolute vs Relative encoders

  • Startup positioning

  • Homing

  • Slew Rate Limiting

Synopsis

An Encoder is a sensor that counts rotations.

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Incremental_directional_encoder.gif

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Encoder Basics
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Synopsis