The application of Epson M-G364 series high-performance IMU in various fields

In previous discussions, inertial measurement units (IMUs) have been widely used in various fields, especially in key infrastructure areas such as automotive inspection, bridge inspection, and water conservancy inspection. In addition to its wide range of application scenarios, inertial measurement units are also indispensable in smaller fields such as camera stabilization systems, micro robots, wearable devices, and so on. For the broad market demand, EPSON has designed a small 6-degree-of-freedom inertial measurement unit - Epson M-G364 series high-performance IMU, to meet higher sensitivity and accuracy applications.

Working principle of M-G364PDC0/M-G364PDCA

The M-G364 series inertial measurement unit can measure three-axis angular velocity and linear acceleration, and can provide high stability and precision measurement functions by using high-precision compensation technology. Support SPI/UART bus communication for convenient data transmission and control with the host. All calibration information is saved in the built-in storage of the IMU. When the IMU is powered on, these calibration information will be automatically loaded onto the measurement data and sent to the application in real time.

M-G364PDC0/M-G364PDCA Technical Specifications

(1) Size and weight

•Size: 24x24x10mm, compact size for easy integration into various small devices

•Weight: Approximately 10g, the lightweight design makes the device more portable

(2) Measurement range

•Three axis gyroscope: typically supports an angular velocity measurement range of ± 100 °/s to ± 2000 °/s (depending on the model and configuration), meeting the needs of different application scenarios

•Three axis accelerometer: ± 3G, capable of measuring the range from static gravity acceleration to high dynamic acceleration, ensuring accurate tracking in various motion states

(3) Performance parameters

•Data output rate: up to 2k Sps, meeting real-time requirements

•Low power design: The typical power consumption value is 18mA, suitable for low-power applications, supports intelligent sleep mode, and further reduces power consumption in non working states

•Accuracy and stability: Adopting high-precision compensation technology and internal calibration mechanism to ensure long-term stable operation and provide high-precision measurement data

M-G364PDC0/M-G364PDCA Application Fields

(1) Camera Stability: Among high-end cameras, the M-G364 series can provide precise pose and position information, helping to achieve more stable shooting effects. By measuring angular velocity and acceleration in real-time, precise control such as autofocus and exposure can be assisted to improve shooting quality.

(2) Micro robots and wearable devices: high-precision inertial measurement capability ensures precise operation of devices in complex environments. For example, in wearable devices such as sports wristbands and smart shoes, measuring users' exercise data provides data support for health management and biomechanical research.

(3) Drones and unmanned driving: In drones and unmanned driving systems, accurate attitude and position information are provided to help the system achieve stable flight and precise navigation.

(4) Industrial Control and Automation: In the fields of industrial automation, robot control, etc., it assists in achieving precise positioning and motion control, improving production efficiency and product quality.

(5) Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality: In VR/AR devices, real-time tracking of users' head and body movements provides an immersive experience.

In summary, the Epson M-G364 series high-performance IMU meets applications with higher sensitivity and accuracy. It has demonstrated strong application value in multiple fields due to its high precision, miniaturization, low power consumption, and high stability.