HexaCore: Universal Robot Controller

PC-Based Industrial Control Cabinet Architecture

The hardware schematic for the "Brain" of the HexaKinetica ecosystem. This controller is designed to drive HexaArm Medium, HexaArm Heavy, and HexaAMR platforms using standard PC components and EtherCAT.

🚧 Status: COMING SOON (Q2 2026)

Safety schematics are currently under review.

Tech Specs

Feature	Spec
Compute	Standard x86 Mini-IPC
Bus	EtherCAT (1 kHz Loop)
Voltage	220V AC
Safety	Hardware E-Stop Chain + Safety Relays

Repository Contents (Roadmap)

/Shematic

• Breakout Boards: Schematics for custom PCBs (EtherCAT signal distribution, IO isolation).
• Power Distribution: Wiring diagrams for 220V -> 48V conversion and braking resistors.

/CAD

• DIY Build Guide: How to build a compliant controller using off-the-shelf components (MeanWell PSUs, standard PC cases).
• BOM: Shopping list for components.

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🔗 Compatible Robots

• 🦾 Mechanics: HexaArm-Medium
• 💻 Operating System: HexaMotion

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