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The OpenVCU project involves modifying, designing, and operating high-voltage electrical systems (often exceeding 400V DC) and automotive drive components. These systems possess lethal potential. Improper handling, wiring, or programming can result in catastrophic hardware failure, vehicle fires, severe injury, or death.
By accessing this site, reading the documentation, or utilizing the code, you acknowledge that you are fully responsible for your own safety. You must utilize proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to all local electrical safety regulations.
THE SOFTWARE, HARDWARE DESIGNS, AND COMMUNITY DOCUMENTATION ARE PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS, CONTRIBUTORS, OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROJECT OR THE USE OR OTHER DEALINGS IN THE PROJECT.
OpenVCU software and hardware designs are intended for off-road, prototype, and developmental use only. Modifying a vehicle's control systems may violate local, state, or federal emissions and safety laws (e.g., FMVSS in the United States). It is solely your responsibility to ensure any vehicle utilizing OpenVCU components is legally permitted to operate on public roadways in your jurisdiction.
The OpenVCU Wiki and Forums contain user-generated content. The project maintainers do not independently verify every wiring diagram, code snippet, or piece of advice posted by the community. You are solely responsible for validating the accuracy and safety of any information before applying it to physical hardware.