An Orthogonal-Beam Tunnel-Effect MEMS Gyroscope

Author(s):  
Jun Liu ◽  
Yuanyuan Luo ◽  
Jingmin Li ◽  
YunBo Shi ◽  
Fai Ma

Tunnel-effect MEMS gyroscopes have broad applications in astronautics because they have high sensitivity, low measurement ranges, and small volumes. This paper describes the design of a novel orthogonal-beam gyroscope based on the principle of tunnel effect. The mathematical model of this class of gyroscopes is set up and the associated performance is obtained with ANSYS simulation software. Related MEMS technology for the construction of these orthogonal-beam tunnel-effect gyroscopes is also described.

2010 ◽  
Vol 2010 (HITEC) ◽  
pp. 000359-000366 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patrick McCluskey ◽  
Chandradip Patel ◽  
David Lemus

Elevated temperatures can significantly affect the performance and reliability of MEMS gyroscope sensors. A MEMS vibrating resonant gyroscope measures angular velocity via a displacement measurement which can be on the order on nanometers. High sensitivity to small changes in displacement causes the MEMS Gyroscope sensor to be strongly affected by changes in temperature which can affect the displacement of the sensor due to thermal expansion and thermomechanical stresses. Analyzing the effect of temperature on MEMS gyroscope sensor measurements is essential in mission critical high temperature applications, such as inertial tracking of the movement of a fire fighter in a smoke filled indoor environment where GPS tracking is not possible. In this paper, we will discuss the development of the high temperature package for the tracking application, including the characterization of the temperature effects on the performance of a MEMS gyroscope. Both stationary and rotary tests were performed at room and at elevated temperatures on 10 individual single axis MEMS gyroscope sensors.


2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Li Jin ◽  
Shi-Yang Qin ◽  
Rui Zhang ◽  
Meng-Wei Li

Abstract Micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) gyroscopes have numerous potential applications including guidance, robotics, tactical-grade navigation, and automotive applications fields. The methods with ability of the weak Coriolis force detection are critical for MEMS gyroscopes. In this paper, we presented a design of MEMS gyroscope based on the tunneling magneto-resistance effect with higher detection sensitivity. Of all these designed parameters, the structural, magnetic field, and magneto-resistance sensitivity values reach to 21.6 nm/°/s, 0.0023 Oe/nm, and 29.5 mV/Oe, thus, with total sensitivity of 1.47 mV/°/s. Multi-bridge circuit method is employed to suppress external magnetic interference and avoid the integration error of the TMR devices effectively. The proposed tunneling magneto-resistive micro-gyroscope shows a possibility to make an inertial grade MEMS gyroscope in the future.


Author(s):  
Simon Castro ◽  
Robert Dean ◽  
Grant Roth ◽  
George T. Flowers ◽  
Brian Grantham

Advances in MEMS technology have resulted in relatively low cost gyroscopes and accelerometers and, correspondingly, inexpensive inertial measurement systems. This has opened up the field of applications for inertial measurement units (IMUs) and they are currently being proposed for use in a wide variety of possible applications, with environmental conditions ranging from mild to harsh. Of particular interest in this study are MEMS gyroscopes, which are based upon vibratory, rather than rotational, designs and are especially susceptible to the effects of acoustic noise, as compared to conventional gyroscopes. This is particularly true for certain applications. For example, in some aerospace environments, noise levels can be greater than 120 dB and extend over a frequency range greater than 20 kHz. Output signals can be overwhelmed by such effects, becoming extremely contaminated and noisy and, can even be completely saturated. So, it is important to develop an understanding of the influence of high levels of noise on MEMS gyroscope performance and to develop methodologies to mitigate such effects. In the present investigation, a series of experimental studies were conducted for a variety of MEMS gyroscope designs. Each unit was exposed to a range of acoustic noise amplitudes and frequencies. The output signals were recorded and analyzed. The results are presented and discussed in detail. Strategies for mitigating such effects were identified and tested. Those results are also discussed in detailed.


2014 ◽  
Vol 945-949 ◽  
pp. 777-780
Author(s):  
Tao Liu ◽  
Yong Xu ◽  
Bo Yuan Mao

Firstly, according to the structure characteristics of precision centrifuge, the mathematical model of its dynamic balancing system was set up, and the dynamic balancing scheme of double test surfaces, double emendation surfaces were established. Then the dynamic balance system controller of precision centrifuge was designed. Simulation results show that the controller designed can completely meet the requirements of precision centrifuge dynamic balance control system.


2014 ◽  
Vol 651-653 ◽  
pp. 693-696
Author(s):  
Li Hong Wang ◽  
Rong Qing Liang ◽  
Cheng Song Li ◽  
Za Kan ◽  
Jin Wei Qin

Eccentric style processing tomato fruit seeding separation device exist high machining and assembly precision or other issues. In order to solve this problem, the mode of vibration of hydraulic replaced the eccentric style to drive the fruit seedling separation roller to separate processing tomato effectively. To facilitate adjustment of the hydraulic system, a kind of control circuit PLC as the core was designed according to the actual production requirements. PLC and other elements were selected. The system control signal frequency was initially set up as 1~5 HZ, within the frequency range hydraulic simulation software was used to simulate and analyze the hydraulic vibration system. The result shows that the system rams steady when the input signal frequency range was 1~5HZ.


2013 ◽  
Vol 325-326 ◽  
pp. 476-479 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lin Suo Zeng ◽  
Zhe Wu

This article is based on finite element theory and use ANSYS simulation software to establish electric field calculation model of converter transformer for a ±800kV and make electric field calculation and analysis for valve winding. Converter transformer valve winding contour distribution of electric field have completed in the AC, DC and polarity reversal voltage.


Author(s):  
Yu Liu ◽  
Feng Gao

The working state of the five hundred-meter aperture spherical telescope (FAST) is solved using the step-wise assignment method. In this paper, the mathematical model of the cable-net support structure of the FAST is set up by the catenary equation. There are a large number of nonlinear equations and unknown parameters of the model. The nonlinear equations are solved by using the step-wise assignment method. The method is using the analytical solutions of the cable-net equations of one working state as the initial value for the next working state, from which the analytical solutions of the nonlinear equations of the cable-net for each working state of the FAST and the tension and length of each driving cable can be obtained. The suggested algorithm is quite practically well suited to study the working state of the cable-net structures of the FAST. Also, the working state analysis result of the cable-net support structure of a reduced model of the cable-net structure reflector for the FAST is given to verify the reliability of the method. In order to show the validity of the method, comparisons with another algorithm to set the initial value are presented. This method has an important guiding significance to the further study on the control of the new type of flexible cable driving mechanism, especially the FAST.


2014 ◽  
Vol 590 ◽  
pp. 451-457
Author(s):  
Sen Nan Song ◽  
Fa Chao Jiang ◽  
Hong Shi

The present work is concerned with the rolling motion of the battery pack when EV travelling on the road. First McPherson suspension system was regarded as the research object with detailed analysis of its structural features and motion characteristics. Establish the mathematical model which could apply to calculating the rolling motion of the vehicle body. Through MATLAB/Simulink simulation software, we could calculate the rolling angle on passive suspension. On this basis, assume that the battery pack mounted on the vehicle body and make it passive connection and PID connection. When the body rolls, the battery pack will produce a certain angle then. Next establish the mathematical model to summarize the relationship between the two variables. Then we set the parameters and calculate the roll angle of battery pack in both cases for comparison. Simulation results show that road irregularities will make battery rotate an angle and PID controller can effectively reduce the angle, especially angular acceleration. This paper put forward a new idea that battery is connected with body by active control on EV, and proves the superiority in reducing the rolling angle.


Author(s):  
Xi Chen ◽  
Yong Shi

A nanoscale active fiber composites (NAFCs) based acoustic emission (AE) sensor with high sensitivity is developed. The lead zirconate titanate (PZT) nanofibers, with the diameter of approximately 80 nm, were electrospun on a silicon substrate. Nanofibers were parallel aligned on the substrate under a controlled electric field. The interdigitated electrodes were deposited on the PZT nanofibers and packaged by spinning a thin soft polymer layer on the top of the sensor. The hysteresis loop shows a typical ferroelectric property of as-spun PZT nanofibers. The mathematical model of the voltage generation when the elastic waves were reaching the sensor was studied. The sensor was tested by mounting on a steel surface and the measured output voltage under the periodic impact of a grounded steel bar was over 35 mV. The small size of the developed PZT NAFCs AE sensor shows a promising application in monitoring the structures by integration into composites.


Author(s):  
Qingyuan Zhang ◽  
Lihui Feng ◽  
Jianmin Cui ◽  
Yi Tang ◽  
Yanqing Yao

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