Usuda Research Institute & Systems Corporation has just announced U-BRAIN MicroSmart, a tiny and lightweight 3D modules module with a “15-axis” sensor, 5 GPIOS, as well as optional Zigbee and Bluetooth connectivity allowing up to 100 meter range. The module targets wearable devices used for fitness and health applications.
U-BRAIN MicroSmart (UBN-MS8) Specifications:
- Processor – MCU + DSP
- Sensors – 6-axis position sensors, 3-axis posture sensor, 3-axis direction sensor, 1 temperature sensor, 1 audio sensor, and 1 light sensor.
- Connectivity – Optional? Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR or ZigBee with up to 100 meter range.
- GPIO – 5 GPIOS, TTL.
- Power Consumption – 10 mA max during use, 100 uA max in sleep mode
- Power – Via microUSB port
- Dimensions – 20 x 19 x 3.8 mm
- Weight – 2g to 5g depending on presence and selection of communication module
The module will support Windows XP/Vista/7/9.0/8.1, Android 2.3 and greater, iOS, Linux, Unix and ITRON RTOS. Middleware and software tools to handle signals and motion control will be provided, and products like Google Earth and Unity are also supported.
If your Japanese is good enough, you can find more information in the press release and product brief.
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15 – only a few more & they’ll have enough dimensions for string theory!
I’ve asked some details about the sensor and availability since it was not very clear:
Answer:
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(1) 6 axis position sensor: 2 type acceleration sensor ->
· XYZ-axis acceleration sensor 1: 4 G specification (normal range)
· XYZ-axis acceleration sensor 2: 16 G specification (special range)
(2) 3-axis posture sensor: XYZ-axis gyro sensor
(3) 3-axis direction sensor: XYZ-axis geomagnetic sensor
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> If possible, would have you information about availability and/or pricing?
This product is currently stage of development has been completed.
For the price, we have not decided yet.