The wiki

Canonical reference for every subsystem.

The wiki is the timeless reference for every subsystem in the Aphid EV conversion. While the blog records what happened on a given weekend, these pages document how each subsystem actually works — kept current across all the false starts.

Browse by category below, or use the sidebar on any wiki page to jump between topics.

Components

Physical drivetrain parts — motor, inverter, PDM, and VCM hardware.

Architecture

System-level design decisions, safety concept, and interlock logic.

Software

CAN protocols, message definitions, and software interfaces.

Firmware

Embedded code running on the VCM and monitor boards.