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Unread 08-03-2009, 22:01
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Re: Gyroscopic Steering?

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Originally Posted by Elgin Clock View Post
We use the gyro in autonomous mode to correct our position while driving to a certain point on the field in case we get bumped by another robot.

I'm not familiar with the technical aspects of it, but I'll see if someone else on my team who has a bit more knowledge with it can comment here.

Until then... stay tuned!
Elgin, I believe the original post is talking about a mechanical gyro. I think you are talking about the electrical gyro sensor.
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