A gyroscope (more popularly known as gyro) is a device used to measure the angular velocity of the device in which it has been fitted. When such a device rotates, the shift in the angle is measured by the gyro sensors. This change in the angle is then converted into a measurable electronic signal, to be displayed on the control unit. The 6 axis gyro is a technological advancement over the previous generation of gyros, in which three accelerometers are added to measure linear motion, in addition to the three sensor arms to measure angular motion in the three axes, namely roll, pitch and yaw.
This type of gyro finds application in navigation control systems, remote-controlled devices, aircrafts, video games and digital photography. It offers great advantages to the user, out of which the most important advantages that make this type of gyro more popular for inclusion in remote-controlled devices, like RC cars, are listed below.
Better stability of the device
The presence of three accelerometers in each of the three axes of movement greatly enhances the stability of the remote-controlled device by taking into account not only the angular and linear movements of the device, but also the effect of gravity. This makes them more stable than the ones that use the conventional 3 axis gyro.
Better sense of control for the user
Due to the more elaborate measurement of both linear and angular movement, and gravitational pull, it is easier to monitor even minute movements in the device fitted with a gyro that can track and measure movement of three linear and three angular components. The user can then control the device in a better way, and has a more satisfying experience with the device.
Faster compensation during device fall
In the event of an unanticipated fall of the remote-controlled device, the interplay of the three accelerometers with the three axis sensors will automatically make a faster compensation when compared to the 3 axis gyro that lacks the accelerometers. This feature is of a great importance in case of the device flipping upside down or 360°, or upon impact with an obstacle or another device. This feature also enables the device for self-righting, that is the ability to automatically turn upright upon falling or inverting.
Avoidance of side slips
Side Slips are bound to happen when the device takes a sudden sharp turn. Such turns and bends can be smoothly taken and slips or falls can be avoided to a great extent when the device is fitted with a gyro that has 6 way controls. On the contrary, taking such turns can be very tricky in devices fitted with the older version of the gyro, almost always leading to a slip or crash.
Therefore, it is apparent that the inclusion of three accelerometers in a conventional gyro greatly enhances the user experience of using the device. It also imparts great improvements in functioning of remote-controlled devices. It is highly recommended that the customers check the product specification for the kind of gyro used in it so that they can reap maximum benefits from the performance of their device.
