Go Direct® Motion Detector 1
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Go Direct® Motion Detector

The Go Direct Motion Detector uses ultrasound to measure the position, velocity, and acceleration of moving objects. It connects via Bluetooth® wireless technology or via USB to your device.

Applications & Use Cases

Laboratory Research

Laboratory Research

Using the Go Direct® Motion Detector for precision laboratory measurements in IB investigations.

Field Studies

Field Studies

Real-world data collection for environmental and ecological research projects.

Digital Twin Projects

Digital Twin Projects

Building predictive models and simulations using live sensor data streams.

Technical Specifications

Range15 cm to 3.5 m
WiredUSB
Accuracy≤±1.0% FS
Resolution1 mm Maximum sampling rate: 30 samples/s
ConnectionsWireless: Bluetooth
ConnectivityBluetooth / USB

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