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Dual-axis Tilt Sensor uses MEMS Accelerometer and Gyroscope

September 4, 2013 By Randy Frank

OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAWhat do concrete and asphalt pavers, curb and gutter machines, tiling/trenching machines, pile-driving machines and railroad maintenance applications all have in common? They all have harsh operating environments and they need level sensors. With these and other leveling, angle sensing and tilt applications in mind, Sauer-Danfoss developed the PLUS+1TM-compliant CSS1000 slope sensor.

For each axis, the sensor uses a microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) accelerometer to measure angle with respect to gravity, and a MEMS gyroscope to measure acceleration around the axis. Each axis has an operation range of ± 12.5 degrees (± 22 percent slope) that remains accurate even in a dynamic off-highway environment.  An extended-range version of the sensor is in development.

For more information about Sauer-Danfoss CSS1000 slope sensor, click here.

Filed Under: Accelerometer, Featured, Gyroscope, Level, MEMS Sensor Technology Tagged With: Sauer-Danfoss

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  1. Isna says

    August 10, 2015 at 1:43 pm

    Can you rotate the divcee in 6 different positions (flat on the table, upside down, sitting on left side , on right side , on front side, on back side and send the values of the ADC Readings window ?) This will make clear if sensors are sending any meaningless data. Also please specify what are you connections (which sensors to which AN port is connected).

  2. Randy Frank says

    August 10, 2015 at 2:29 pm

    You will have to contact the manufacturer for those answers.

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