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15-02-2007, 11:05

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Re: Basic Math Help

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Originally Posted by tdlrali

Actually, analog inputs on the RC are 0-1023 (OI is 0-255) unless you use a different ADC. Also, they are not trying to controll a motor, they want to calculate the height of something (arm?)

I stand corrected.

Still, he does not need floating point for this.

(to the OP): Have you ever heard of "fixed point" math? Someone touched on it earlier - if you need .001 precision, then multiply everything by 1000. Keep in mind that at .001 precision, you can measure just one inch with your A/D....

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