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Hello guys!

Let me introduce new project - a servo with built in gyroscope.

This video shows all the main features:


Briefly:
This device looks like regular servo, but has a lot of non-regular features. The main one is built-in gyroscope so this servo can be used for builting gimbals with stabilization.
Other features: 360 degree rotation, follow mode, settable rotation limits, advanced external control and more.


SERVOSTAB is made in the format of standard servo motor with size about 4x4x2 cm, which allows the use of existing camera mounts for multi axis stabilization systems and even upgrading already existing systems.



Metal gears, partly metal housing (we plan full metal housing in final prototype).

SERVOSTAB has built-in gyroscope which detects any rotation. Gyroscope data are being processed by microcontroller and the motor is driven to compensate external rotation. SERVOSTAB works in two different modes. The first mode is full camera stabilization. The second mode is follow stabilization, when only too fast movements and shaking are stabilized while the camera smoothly follows the movements of the operator.


Unlike brushless motor based systems, SERVOSTAB has huge torque and can stabilize heavy cameras and unbalanced systems.

Example of unbalanced system (used for testing):


SERVOSTAB does not require anything except external power(up to 8.4 V). However it can be connected to any existing servo controller like RC radio receiver, servo driver, arduino and others. Input signal can be interpreted in several ways selected by user with very flexible configuration, ranging from smooth panning, and ending in a quick and precise positioning.

This project needs you!
Find more technical and project status information on this link:
http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/servostab/

I'll be happy to hear any questions and suggestions :)