Accelerometers Flashcards
1
Q
What does a accelerometer do
A
Measure acceleration in three directions, x, y and z
2
Q
What is a medical use of a accelerometer
A
Used to measure the amount of physical activity of a patient rehabilitating at home remotely
3
Q
What is the principle for the accelerometer
A
When it experiences an acceleration in the sensitive direction of the elastic element the seismic mass is displaced relative to the housing by an amount proportional to the acceleration
