diff --git a/Article_Scientifique/main.tex b/Article_Scientifique/main.tex index a23795a..2a363a5 100644 --- a/Article_Scientifique/main.tex +++ b/Article_Scientifique/main.tex @@ -179,11 +179,27 @@ carries higher hardware costs (sensors, processing power). FOC provides faster response times and better load disturbance rejection \cite{jomsa-nga_torque_2024}. -\section{Research gap} -Despite this progress, limited research has examined the adaptation of open-source motor controllers to LowTech and -repairability constraints. To date, researchers have not addressed the challenge of designing a controller that can -be locally fabricated, repaired with standard components, and secured against unauthorised wireless access requirements -that are critical for decentralised, community-operated fleets. +\section{Research Gap} + +The literature presented in the previous sections shows that significant work has been carried out on BLDC +motor control strategies, especially for torque ripple reduction, efficiency improvement, and dynamic performance +optimisation. Open-source projects such as VESC also provide high-performance and flexible solutions for electric +mobility systems. + +However, most existing works mainly focus on control performance and do not consider low-tech constraints such as +local manufacturing, hardware repairability, or component accessibility. In many existing controllers, the hardware +design remains difficult to reproduce or repair without specialized equipment or advanced electronic knowledge. + +In addition, the integration of wireless communication introduces new security concerns. While BLE connectivity +simplifies configuration and monitoring, unauthorized access to controller parameters could create safety risks, +especially for electric cargo bikes operating in public spaces. + +To the best of our knowledge, there is currently no open-source motor controller that simultaneously addresses +high-performance control, local manufacturability, repairability, and BLE security for decentralized cargo bike +applications. + +This project therefore aims to explore a modular and repair-oriented motor controller architecture compatible +with VESC while remaining adapted to the constraints of the Manufacture Autonome Décentralisée (MAD). \section{Aim and Research Objectives}