A gyroscope in a Garmin watch is a sensor that helps track the movement of the watch in a more accurate way. It measures angular velocity or rotation, providing detailed information about the device's orientation and rotational motion.
This sensor is particularly important when the watch moves in a complex movement, such as during various sports activities.
Enhancing Accuracy in Complex Activities
The gyroscope complements other sensors, like the accelerometer, by providing data on how the watch is rotating or tilting. This additional information allows for a more nuanced understanding of the wearer's movements.
For instance, the reference specifically highlights its utility in tracking complex motions:
- Improved Movement Tracking: The gyroscope is useful to track the movement of the watch in more accurate way, especially during fast or complex changes in direction or orientation.
- Specific Sport Applications: Its importance is emphasized when the watch experiences complex movement, e.g. during swimming.
- Enhanced Activity Recognition: Due to the more accurate tracking during these complex motions, the gyroscope helps applications like swimming stroke recognition. This means the swimming stroke type can be recognized more accurately, providing better data for athletes.
By capturing rotational data, the gyroscope contributes to more robust and reliable performance metrics, particularly in activities involving varied and dynamic movements.
