Electricity Usage of Gyro-sensor Devices

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The discussion revolves around the electricity usage of self-balancing devices, particularly those utilizing gyro-sensors and accelerometers. Participants explore the mechanics of how these devices maintain balance and the energy implications of their operation.

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Main Points Raised

  • Ramone inquires about the typical electrical energy consumption required to keep self-balancing devices like unicycles balanced, suggesting a need for general insights into energy usage.
  • Another participant questions whether the balancing action involves reversing the motor's spin or merely adjusting its speed in the same direction, indicating uncertainty about the mechanics involved.
  • One participant notes that the energy required for balancing is contingent on the size of the machine and the forces acting against it, implying that more specific questions are needed for precise answers.
  • A later reply reiterates that the energy consumption depends on the machine's size and the forces at play, while also expressing interest in understanding the general mechanics of balancing, particularly regarding the motor's operation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the specifics of energy usage or the mechanics of balancing, with multiple viewpoints and uncertainties expressed regarding how the motor operates during balancing.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks specific quantitative data on energy consumption and does not resolve the mechanics of motor operation in self-balancing devices. Assumptions about the forces involved and the definitions of balancing actions remain unaddressed.

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Dear Experts

Good day to you all.

I am trying to find out does it take much electrical energy to keep self-balancing devices/machines balanced?

Here's what I know about such machines.

1. a gyro sensor is embedded in a tiny microchip-like device. This device tells the machine how to control the motor to keep it balanced.

2. maybe it also uses an accelerometer to get the job done.

3. the motor compensates or balances the person on the machine by speeding or slowing down.

My question is, how much electricity is typically used in this self-balancing? Is it substantial?

For example, the SBU unicycle or the solowheel.

Kindly could you please advise me a bit.

Thanks a lot.

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Ramone
 
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Hello Experts

Is the balancing action effected by the reverse spinning of the motor or slowing down / speeding up ( in the current direction of the vehicle) of the motor ?

So, in self-balancing, does the controller make the motor spin in reverse or just change its speed without reversing?

Thanks.
 
The amount of energy is going to depend on the size of the machine and the magnitude of the forces tending to upset it. If you want a more specific answer, then you will have to ask a more specific question.
 
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SteamKing said:
The amount of energy is going to depend on the size of the machine and the magnitude of the forces tending to upset it. If you want a more specific answer, then you will have to ask a more specific question.

Hello SteamKing

Yes, you are right. However, I wanted to know in general, how does the balancing work . For example, if to balance the rider, the motor is controlled to spin in a reverse direction (momentarily), then, clearly there is extra energy spent to accomplish this.

Thanks.
 

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