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Measuring 6 degrees of freedom

eecs501eecs501 Posts: 3
edited 2007-11-01 15:49 in Robotics
I'm referring to measuring X, Y, Z, yaw, pitch, and roll (last 3 are rotations about each axis). What is the minimum cost or number of sensor to measure 6DoF? I know a 3-axis accelerometer can measure X, Y, and Z, but is it possible to determine yaw, pitch, and roll with an accelerometer or do i need a gyroscope? Thanks

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  • quickster47quickster47 Posts: 35
    edited 2007-11-01 15:49
    I believe you are going to need a very good IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) for what you are trying to accomplish.

    Carl
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