This is a very simple and basic tool that helps in measuring distance [using a rotary encoder ] and also knows the heading reference/orientation via an IMU sensor[MPU-6050].
So that's it.
For now, our devices only measure 2D space, but we can use them to measure 3D space [the last thing humanity needs to be done is measure 3D space using this tool ]
But some major development that can be added or contributed(🥲) are :
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Restructuring the control flow in the main.py[software side]
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Changes in many/every function.
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Not using the software in the first place [it was built so that we feel we did something], displaying all the metrics in a separate display[I2C]/the hardware itself.
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Adding a pointer/sight/reference to help the user holding it know where to start and stop.
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Using a better IMU Sensor, we are using MPU6050 on top with DMP, so there is a significant yaw drift[we had only one thing to do 😔].
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Using a hall effect sensor, instead of a rotary encoder[we just went with the flow, although we knew it was coming].
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Angle interchangeablity.
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Closing the project and not working on stupid ideas,[but it can be efficient if made in a very small form factor].
Although it has some limitations, it does work and works fine.
It gives the following output to the user:
- Distance
- Displacement
- Area
- X and Y axis Displacement
Although, it is very easy after we get the two points[start and end].
The First Prototype Consists of :
- Arduino Pro Micro
- Bluetooth HC-05
- Rotary Encoder
- MPU-6050
