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[[File:Tilt sensor use.png|thumb|right|Use of tilt sensors]] | |||
[[File:Tilt sensor.jpg|thumb|right|Tilt Sensors]] | |||
'''Tilt Sensor''' can measure the tilting in often two axes of a reference plane in two axes. In contrast, a full motion would use at least three axes and often additional [[Sensors]]. One way to measure tilt angle with reference to the earths ground plane, is to use an accelerometer. Typical applications can be found in the industry and in game controllers. | '''Tilt Sensor''' can measure the tilting in often two axes of a reference plane in two axes. In contrast, a full motion would use at least three axes and often additional [[Sensors]]. One way to measure tilt angle with reference to the earths ground plane, is to use an accelerometer. Typical applications can be found in the industry and in game controllers. | ||
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* Tilt sensors are used for the measurement of angles, typically in reference to gravity. | * Tilt sensors are used for the measurement of angles, typically in reference to gravity. | ||
* The USDA Forest Service uses tilt sensors (or inclinometers) to measure tree height in its Forest Inventory and Analysis program. | * The USDA Forest Service uses tilt sensors (or inclinometers) to measure tree height in its Forest Inventory and Analysis program. | ||