Free IMU converter app
Free IMU converter app
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Program license: Free
Version: 1.2
Works under: Android
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Program license
(1 votes)
Free
Version
1.2
Works under:
Android
Pros
- Converts a device into a portable wireless inertial measurement unit.
- Supports gyroscope, accelerometer, and magnetometer sensors.
- Capable of running in the background.
Cons
- Requires connection to a computer via a shared Wi-Fi network.
- May stop or crash when running in the background.
Wireless IMU is a free utility app that converts user's devices into a portable wireless inertial measurement unit (IMU) using the device's built-in sensors. This allows the device to function as a gyroscope, magnetometer, or accelerometer, thereby measuring and collecting data about physical movements.
Transforming Devices into Measurement Units
Wireless IMU, however, does not operate independently. Upon installation, the user's device needs to be linked to a computer via a shared Wi-Fi network. If such a connection is not present, the application will prompt the user to establish the necessary connection. This is crucial as the app collects data from the sensors and transmits it to the computer where it can be processed into a readable CSV file.
The application supports gyroscope, accelerometer, and magnetometer sensors. If a device lacks one or more of these sensors, the app will only scan and measure data from the available sensors. The app also operates in the background, though some users have reported that it may stop or crash after a few minutes of operation.
Overall Performance and Effectiveness
In summary, Wireless IMU performs as expected - it leverages a device's built-in sensors to collect data about physical movements, transforming the device into a makeshift accelerometer, magnetometer, or gyroscope. However, it requires connection to a computer via a shared Wi-Fi network for data transmission into a CSV file. It should be noted that the app may be prone to stopping or crashing when left running in the background.
Pros
- Converts a device into a portable wireless inertial measurement unit.
- Supports gyroscope, accelerometer, and magnetometer sensors.
- Capable of running in the background.
Cons
- Requires connection to a computer via a shared Wi-Fi network.
- May stop or crash when running in the background.
