Tilt Sensor

1. Definition

A tilt sensor is an electronic device that detects the orientation or inclination of an object. It works by opening or closing an electrical circuit when tilted beyond a certain angle.

Tilt sensor example

3. Types of Tilt Sensors

  • Mercury Tilt Switch: Uses liquid mercury to complete a circuit.
  • Ball Tilt Switch: Uses a rolling metal ball to make contact.
  • MEMS Tilt Sensor: Uses microelectromechanical systems for precise measurements.

4. Applications

  • Safety Devices: Detect tilt or rollover in machinery or vehicles.
  • Robotics: Monitor robot orientation and movement.
  • Consumer Electronics: Screen rotation in smartphones and tablets.
  • Alarms: Trigger when moved or tampered with.

5. Key Points

  • Simple, low-cost design for basic tilt detection.
  • Some types are sensitive to vibration.
  • Not suitable for precise angular measurement (use accelerometers or gyroscopes instead).

6. Video Explanation

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