Variable speed washer motor and controller reuse

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Motors and controllers can be salvaged from scrapped washing machines. This project delves into reusing the motor controller too.

Jerry Trantow

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Arduino Code

I put some test code at https://github.com/JTrantow/MaytagMotor.git This should be enough to run a motor at a desired RPM (with feedback). Plan to connect an encoder and LCD.
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LinuxCNC/MachineKit Integration

Once I test out some ideas on the Arduino, I intend to integrate PID control and RPM display in LinuxCNC/MachineKit configuration for my lathe.

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