Grove - Pedometer (BMA456)
The Grove pedometer is based on the BMA456 from Bosch, an extremely small, three-axis, high-performance acceleration module with a low G value.
Features
- High sensitivity: With the support of BMA456, the sensitivity is also high in any acceleration range.
- Excellent performance: Metadata can be processed quickly and the results obtained are more accurate.
- Grove unit interface: The sensor ensures "plug and play" and can be versatile for various applications.
Application
- Fitness applications / activity tracking
- E-compass tilt compensation and data synchronization
Specifications of the sensor
| Dimensions | 40mm x 20mm x 7mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 3,2g |
| Operating voltage | 3.3V / 5V |
| Acceleration range | ±2g, ±4g, ±8g, ±16g |
| Sensitivity | 16384 @±2g 8192 @±4g 4096 @±8g 2048 @±16g |
| Interface | I2C |
| I2C address | 0x19 (standard) / 0x18 (optional) |
| Package size | L: 140 mm W: 90 mm H: 10 mm |
What is Grove?
Grove facilitates connection, experimentation and simplifies the prototyping process. No jumpers or soldering are required. More than 300 Grove modules have been developed to cover a wide range of applications and fulfill a variety of requirements. Not only the hardware is open source, but also the software. Instructional PDF documents and a wiki are provided for Grove users (especially beginners).
Scope of delivery
- 1x Grove pedometer (BMA456)
- 1x Grove cable
Further links to "Grove - Pedometer (BMA456) / Accelerometer"
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