Gyroscope sensor

A gyroscope sensor is a device used to measure the orientation or angular velocity of an object. It detects the rate of rotation around an axis, which is crucial for applications that require precise motion detection or stabilization. Gyroscopes are commonly found in smartphones, drones, gaming controllers, and navigation systems.

Key Types of Gyroscopes:

Mechanical Gyroscopes: These traditional gyroscopes use a spinning wheel or rotor, where the axis of rotation is free to assume any orientation. Due to the principle of conservation of angular momentum, the gyroscope maintains its orientation, providing a stable reference point for navigation.

MEMS Gyroscopes: Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) gyroscopes are the most common in modern electronics. They work by detecting the Coriolis effect, where a vibrating structure within the sensor experiences a change in motion when the device rotates. MEMS gyroscopes are compact, consume low power, and are widely used in consumer electronics.