7Semi BNO085 9-DOF Orientation IMU Fusion Breakout Qwiic

Precise Motion Sensing with the 7Semi BNO085 IMU Fusion Breakout: Revolutionize Your Project with Reliable Orientation Data

The 7Semi BNO085 9-DOF Orientation IMU Fusion Breakout Qwiic is a highly advanced motion sensing solution designed for developers and engineers seeking accurate, reliable, and versatile sensor data. Backward-compatible with its predecessor, the BNO080, the BNO085 addresses key limitations with improved firmware and functionality, making it ideal for robotics, AR/VR, and industrial applications.

At its core, the BNO085 integrates a 3-axis accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer alongside an ARM Cortex M0 processor running CEVA’s SH-2 firmware. This combination ensures efficient sensor fusion, delivering actionable data such as acceleration vectors, angular velocity, magnetic field strength, and rotation quaternions. The device's flexibility is enhanced by its low-latency, application-optimized modes, and robust detection and classification features, ensuring precision in every application.

Features at a Glance

Advanced Motion Data Output

• Acceleration Vector: Provides three axes of acceleration, including gravity and linear motion, in m/s².
• Angular Velocity Vector: Measures rotational speed across three axes in rad/s.
• Magnetic Field Strength Vector: Detects magnetic fields with precision in microtesla (µT).
• Rotation Quaternion: Offers four-point quaternions for accurate spatial orientation.

Enhanced Sensor Fusion

• Optimized for AR/VR: Low-latency rotation vectors tailored for immersive experiences.
• Base Sensor Reports: Access calibrated, uncalibrated, and raw ADC data for accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer.

Activity Detection and Classification

• Stability and Motion Detection: Identify stability, significant motion, and more.
• Step and Activity Monitoring: Detect taps, steps, and shakes, along with detailed activity classification.

Hardware Designed for Ease of Use

• Voltage Regulator: 3.3V input voltage 
• Plug-and-Play Connectivity: Dual Stemma QT connectors for solderless integration.
• Compact and Durable: Breadboard-friendly breakout PCB design.

Developer-Friendly Software Support

• Compatible with CircuitPython and Arduino libraries.
• UART-RVC mode for simplified, calibrated heading and acceleration data.

Whether building next-gen robotics, AR/VR interfaces, or industrial automation systems, the BNO085 provides unparalleled performance, ease of use, and reliability.