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This is a spirit level or carpenter's level that uses the accelerometer to determine the orientation. I don't find it to be very accurate, but its a fun tool to have. In the code I adjust for how the Pre doesn't sit quite straight. In my Pre this allows it to just about zero out accurately. From my testing it is accurate withing +/-.2 degrees.
As you will see, the graphics are atrocious. This app can't reach its potential without killer graphics. I, unfortunately, can't make them so it is up to you guys. Usage info
Well, that is it download below and leave feedback Download the latest version from the Homebrew Apps Gallery: Carpenter's Level Last edited by Milominderbinder; 08/09/2009 at 09:06 AM. Reason: add link to new homebrew apps gallery where new versions will be maintained |
07/24/2009, 10:29 PM
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cool! of course with all the curves, leveling is difficult with the Pre. still neat, though.
Looks like some code optimizing is needed, the updates are very slow. I'm sure the hardware on the Pre is robust enough to smooth out the movement. Keep up the good work! |
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Haven't tried it yet but already got a request
. I always thought it would be cool to have an adjusted zero button. That way I could use it in any orientation or to replicate different readings. Thanks! Hope you continue the app!
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I would imagine a simple X/Y plot marked from 3 to -3 in .2g intervals on the Y axis and, -1.2 to 1.2 in .05g increments for the X axis. Y would represent the acceleration/braking and the X would be lateral G's. There would be a dot floating around that plots with parameters at the same time and an Actual read out that would show instantaneous and max values in each of the four directions. AND if the programming gods smiled bright on me it would have the ability to measure and/or graph speed versus time. Am I being greedy?
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