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.

SKU: GDX-MD Categories: , ,

$198.00

The Go Direct Motion Detector accurately tracks objects as close as 15 cm and as far away as 3.5 m. The compact design and wireless capability of this motion detector eliminate the concern of a dangling cable getting in the way.

The Go Direct Motion Detector can be used in a variety of experiments:

  • Study position, velocity, and acceleration of carts when mounted on a track.
  • Match graphs created in Graphical Analysis 4 software.
  • Analyze the effects of air resistance on falling coffee filters.
  • Investigate simple harmonic motion by monitoring a mass on a spring.

Range: 15 cm to 3.5 m
Resolution: 1 mm
Maximum sampling rate: 30 samples/s
Connections:Wireless: Bluetooth
Wired: USB

Vernier Go Direct Motion Detector
Micro USB Cable

Go Direct® Charge Station (GDX-CRG)
Micro USB to USB-C Cable (CB-USB-C-MICRO)
Motion Detector Bracket (DTS-MDB)
Motion Detector Clamp (MD-CLAMP)

Micro USB Cable (CB-USB-MICRO)
Go Direct® 650 mAh Replacement Battery (GDX-BAT-650)

User Manual: https://www.vernier.com/manuals/gdx-md/
Warranty: 5-year limited warranty (1 year on battery)
FAQ: https://www.vernier.com/til/4112/

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