Electronic stability control (ESC) systems help drivers stay in command of their vehicles in tense situations by providing vital information to steering, braking, and power systems, avoiding skids or ...

Some enterprising modders have written a Python application that links up a remote control car with their Nokia N95 via Bluetooth, using the accelerometer to turn the phone into a little steering ...

Accelerometers turn motion into measurable signals. From tilt and vibration to g-forces, they underpin countless designs. In this “Fun with Fundamentals” entry, we demystify their operation and take a ...