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6DOF IMU 6 Click

6DOF IMU 6 Click

MPN: MIKROE-3410
MikroElektronika
ICM-20602 Accelerometer, Gyroscope Sensor mikroBUS™ Click™ Platform Evaluation Expansion Board
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Overview

The MIKROE-3410 is a development board featuring the InvenSense ICM-20602, a high-performance 6-axis Integrated Measurement Unit (IMU) with a 3-axis gyroscope and a 3-axis accelerometer. This Click board simplifies the integration of 16-bit motion tracking into embedded systems using the standardized mikroBUS socket for SPI or I2C communication. It is designed for precise motion sensing with an integrated 1KB FIFO buffer to reduce system power consumption by offloading the host processor.

Why Choose This Part

This board provides high-resolution 16-bit motion tracking with selectable full-scale ranges for both the accelerometer and gyroscope. The inclusion of a 1KB FIFO buffer and output data filtering allows for efficient data handling and improved signal integrity in noisy environments. Its compatibility with the mikroBUS standard enables rapid prototyping across a wide range of MCU architectures without custom PCB fabrication.

Applications

Gesture Recognition
Utilizing high-sensitivity gyroscope and accelerometer data to detect specific hand or body movements in user interfaces.
Robotic Stabilization
Providing real-time orientation and velocity data for balancing two-wheeled robots or stabilizing camera platforms.
Industrial Tilt Sensing
Monitoring the angle and vibration of industrial machinery to detect mechanical wear or alignment issues.
Wearable Motion Tracking
Tracking activity and body mechanics in compact battery-powered devices using the low-power 16-bit sensor.

Key Specifications

Type Sensor
Contents Board(s)
Function Accelerometer, Gyroscope
Platform mikroBUS Click
Utilized IC / Part ICM-20602

Getting Started

To use this board, plug it into any mikroBUS compatible socket and select between SPI or I2C communication via the onboard SMD jumpers. Use the MikroElektronika mikroSDK libraries to quickly initialize the ICM-20602 and begin reading 6-axis data. Ensure your system voltage is compatible with the 3.3V power requirements specified for this Click board.