Dexter Industries dFlex
dFlex
- Sensor measures bending motions.
- Plugs directly into your NXT sensor ports.
- Program in NXT-G, RobotC, or NXC.
- See what you can make with the dFlex sensor
Detailed Description
Measure bending motions and make robots that mimic you. dFlex flexible sensor measures angular displacement, or bend, of the sensor. The sensor bends and flexes with mechanical motion.
Use dFlex to make your robots mimic you and your fingers. The dFlex can be mounted using mechanical means, Velcro, or 3M medical tape. The dFlex plugs directly into your NXT and our easy to use software gets you up and running in minutes.
Technical Specifications
- Bend Range: -90 to 180 Degrees
- Granularity: ~ 1 Degree (0 to 180 Degrees)
- Operating Temperature: -35 C to 80 C
- Life Cycle: > 1 Million Bends
- Active Sensing Length: 3.75" (95 mm)
- Cable Length: ~ 2' (60 cm)
- Cable Termination: Male NXT
- Connection Type: Analog
Downloads available for the dFlex:
User Guides and Tutorials:
dFlex User guide |
(PDF) |
Download the dGPS Sensor user-guide for general information on the sensor and FAQ. |
NXT-G Blocks and examples:
dFlex 1.0 |
(zip) |
This NXT-G block allows for quick and easy use of the dFlex. For use with NXT-G 1.0. |
dFlex_Education |
(zip) |
For the Mindstorms NXT Education 2.0. This NXT-G block allows datalogging with the dFlex sensor. This NXT-G block allows for quick and easy use of the dFlex. |
dFlex CalibratedÂ
dFlexCal.zipÂ
dFlexCalRun.zip |
(zip) |
The dFlexCalibrated allows you to accurately calibrate the dFlex over a specific bending range. There are two programs: use the first to calibrate, and the second to read the dFlex. For use with NXT-G 1.0 and 2.0. |
dFlexHelloWorld.zip |
(zip) |
NXT-G "Hello World" Program - Start using the dFlex now! This program helps users get started with the new dFlex quickly. The program reads the bend of the dFlex, and displays the degrees of bend and the raw data on the NXT. |
dflexsppedcontrol.zip |
(zip) |
Speed Control Program by Joey - A second quick start program. This program was made by Joey for his blog and controls the speed of a motor. You can see a video of it in actionhere. The program reads the bend of the dFlex, and changes the speed of the motor accordingly. |
RobotC Drivers:
Labview:
dFlex VI |
(vi) |
The Labview VI provides more precise pressure measurements. |
LabVIEW for LEGO MINDSTORMS:
