Anglia Components is stocking STMicroelectronics’ LSM6DSV320X consumer-grade IMU sensor which reinvents personal electronics and IoT by identifying contexts and intelligently configuring itself.
This ensures extremely accurate motion tracking and measurement and enables precise reconstruction of the signal dynamics in both high and low acceleration ranges.
Designed for next-generation personal electronics, wearables, IoT applications, and industrial-grade applications, this compact powerhouse delivers what STMicroelectronics describes as “unmatched motion tracking capabilities in a low-power, low-noise package that redefines precision, performance, and adaptability.”
At the heart of this world-first consumer IMU is a mechanical structure that integrates two accelerometers and a 3-axis gyroscope in a compact package. This unique configuration enables the sensor to capture both low-g and high-g acceleration events with exceptional accuracy – without compromising sensitivity on subtle movements.
• Low-g accelerometer: ±16g
• High-g accelerometer: ±320g
• 3-axis gyroscope: For angular rate detection across multiple applications
This multi-channel architecture allows simultaneous processing of data across four independent paths – user interface, optical image stabilisation (OIS), electronic image stabilisation (EIS), and high-g acceleration – making it the most versatile IMU in its class.
With embedded Edge AI capabilities, including a finite state machine (FSM) and a machine learning core (MLC), the sensor can identify context and self-configure in real time. Whether it’s detecting a fall, reconstructing a drop event, or monitoring intense movement, the IMU adapts to its environment without host intervention. This intelligent adaptability ensures optimal performance and power efficiency, even in dynamic or unpredictable environments.
Power efficiency is critical in modern electronics, and the sensor delivers with Adaptive Self-Configuration (ASC). This feature allows it to dynamically adjust its settings based on motion patterns or AI signals, optimising power consumption without sacrificing performance. Combined with ST’s Sensor Fusion Low Power (SFLP) technology, the device ensures accurate spatial orientation while keeping energy usage to a minimum – ideal for battery-powered devices.
The LSM6DSV320X IMU is supported by the STEVAL-MKI251A adapter board. It offers an effective solution for fast system prototyping and device evaluation directly within the user’s own application.
The board can be plugged into a standard DIL 24 socket. The adapter provides the complete LSM6DSV320X pinout and comes ready-to-use with the required decoupling capacitors on the VDD power supply line.
This adapter is supported by STEVAL-MKI109D evaluation platform which includes a high performance 32-bit microcontroller functioning as a bridge between the sensor and a PC, on which it is possible to use the downloadable MEMS Studio graphical user interface, or dedicated software routines for customised applications.
Anglia is also offering customers a free evaluation kit and samples.
The IMU is suitable for use in a wide range of other applications beyond consumer wearables and mobile devices.
