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MPU6050 Accelerometer and Gyro 6DOF

MPU6050 Accelerometer and Gyro 6DOF

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Description:

The MPU-6050, also known as the InvenSense MPU-6050, is a widely used motion sensor and accelerometer/gyroscope module. It is often employed in various electronic projects and devices to detect and measure motion, orientation, and acceleration.

Key Features:

  • Sensor Capabilities: The MPU-6050 is a 6-axis motion-tracking device that combines a 3-axis gyroscope and a 3-axis accelerometer in a single compact module. This allows it to measure both angular velocity (rotation) and linear acceleration in all three axes.
  • Motion Sensing: The 3-axis gyroscope provides precise information about angular rate, making it useful for tasks such as tracking the orientation of objects, determining changes in orientation, and enabling motion-based applications like gaming controllers, robotics, and drones.
  • Acceleration Sensing: The 3-axis accelerometer measures linear acceleration in three dimensions. This is valuable for applications like step counting in fitness trackers, tilt sensing, and gesture recognition.
  • Digital Output: The MPU-6050 provides digital output through an I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) interface, making it easy to connect to microcontrollers and digital circuits. It communicates data in real-time, allowing for quick and efficient integration into various projects.
  • Accuracy: It offers high precision and sensitivity in motion tracking, with low noise and minimal drift over time, making it suitable for tasks requiring accurate measurement of motion and orientation.
  • Power Efficiency: The MPU-6050 is designed to be power-efficient, with various power-saving modes that help extend the battery life in portable and low-power applications.
  • Applications: This module is used in a wide range of applications, including electronic stabilizers for cameras and drones, motion-controlled video games, virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) devices, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and many other projects requiring motion and orientation sensing.
  • Configurability: The module allows users to configure the measurement range, filter settings, and other parameters to tailor its performance to specific application requirements.
  • Compatibility: It is compatible with various microcontrollers and development platforms, making it a popular choice among hobbyists, makers, and engineers.
  • Integration: The MPU-6050 is often used alongside other sensors like magnetometers (compasses) to create a complete motion and orientation sensing system.

Specifications:

  • Sensor Type: 6-axis (3-axis gyroscope, 3-axis accelerometer)
  • Communication Interface: I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit)
  • Supply Voltage: Typically 3.3V or 5V
  • Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
  • Sensitivity and Range:
    • Gyroscope: Adjustable settings (e.g., ±250°/s, ±500°/s, ±1000°/s, ±2000°/s)
    • Accelerometer: Adjustable settings (e.g., ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g)
  • Data Resolution: 16-bit ADC
  • Output Data Rate (ODR): Configurable
  • Power Consumption: Low power modes for efficiency
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