◦ 05 / 08 ⋆ Projects
Powertrain ⋆ Mechanical
Electric Skateboard
Fig. 01 ⋆ Completed deck
◦ Specifications
- Motor
- Single belt-driven brushless DC motor.
- Batteries
- Four 5000 mAh 5S 30C LiPo packs in series.
- Top speed
- 20 mph.
- Range
- 15 miles per charge.
◦ Project
This remote-controlled electric skateboard was custom-built, featuring four batteries in series for more power. The project involved designing the system architecture, hand-soldering batteries with XT90 connectors, flashing firmware onto the ESC for motor tuning, and conducting wireless test runs before integrating the electronics into the below-deck housing. The result is a powerful and fast electric skateboard that streamlined my commute to school — all for under $300.
◦ Gallery
04 items
Fig. 01
Rough component layout to assist with ordering and assembly.
Fig. 02
Batteries soldered in series with XT90 connectors. ESC firmware flashed to tune the motor.
Fig. 03
First wireless test runs before installing the electronics under the deck.
Fig. 04
First successful ride at 20 mph.