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Motor Driver

What is a motor driver?

A motor driver is an electronic circuit or IC that controls the power delivered to electric motors, acting as an interface between low-power control signals and high-power motor operation. It amplifies control signals from microcontrollers or other logic devices to provide the necessary voltage and current to drive motors effectively. Motor drivers typically include features like direction control, speed regulation, and protection against overcurrent or overheating, making them essential components in robotics, automation, and motor control applications.