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Parallax Gyroscope Module KickStart (#27911)
What It Can Do
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Modular angular rate sensor tracks motion in three axes
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Three selectable measurement scales, with rates up to 2000° per second
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Built-in temperature sensor; can be used separately, or for temperature drift compensation
The 3-Axis Gyroscope module provides separate data values for yaw, pitch, and roll. Motion is
indicated as a positive or negative value, depending on the direction of rotation. The sensor is
useful in 3D simulation, virtual gaming input devices, robotics, and for remotely controlled or
unpiloted aircraft and submersibles.
Gyroscopes are commonly used with multi-axis accelerometers, where the data from both
sensors can provide useful information detailing speed and direction of travel. The Memsic 2125
Dual-axis Accelerometer and MMA7455 3-Axis Accelerometer Module are good companion
accelerometers for the 3-Axis Gyroscope module
It may also be used with an accelerometer and 3-axis compass to construct a 9-axis IMU (inertial
measurement unit), common in unmanned aerial vehicles, such as drones and quadcopters.
