Inertial measurement unit
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An inertial measurement unit (IMU) is a physical electronic chip or module that can sense movement in three-dimensional space by sensing acceleration. IMUs useful for 3D computer technology are MEMS IMUs.
An IMU is most useful if it is an accelerometer and gyroscope combination device.
IMUs are typically used in VR headsets and smartphones, and also in some game controllers.
IMUs generally operate differently on earth and in space due to gravity.
The MPU-6050 has been a popular IMU, but newer chips are available that have better specifications.
Most IMU chips communicate with a host processor using I2S.
List of IMUs[edit]
See List of IMUs.
IMU chip companies[edit]
- STMicroelectronics
- Analog Devices
- Bosch Sensortec