Is it possible to use a limit switch as a relay to a servo. The switch I had in mind was something like thinmg like this: https://au.rs-online.com/web/p/micro-switches/2415010?gb=s
I want to use the limit switch to stop a servo winch from unwinding when the load hits the ground but still allows me to wind it back up. I have no experience writing LUA scrips. hoing there is a simpl solution.
Cheers
Well, it means that you need at least two wires with the payload cable, and also need a limit switch at the upper end to know how much cable you need to rewind…
Or you need a winch that has a known length/time/speed and a rangefinder onboard can provide altitude above to ground to unwind the necessary amount of cable.
To handle the switch, you need a lua script, which is relatively easy to write. If you are not into programming, there are some people around here who are happy to write it to you for a modest fee.
Andras
Whats the best process to get someone to do the LUA Script for me. I also need them to explain the hard ware configuratiion (servo plus limit switch - AUX or MAIN on the rail inc power options). I did a search but could not find a discussion group and am not sure of the rules regarding advertising for paid work or choosing the best script writer???
This is for a product that will be used commercially so more than happy to pay commercial rates.
Thanks for your response.
This is a list of trusted commercial support providers, choose from the list.
https://ardupilot.org/ardupilot/docs/common-commercial-support.html
Ps. Or check the supported winch for a turn-key solution.
https://ardupilot.org/copter/docs/common-daiwa-winch.html