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Using Hacked Wiimotes As Scientific Sensors

Posted by samzenpus on from the graduated-joystick dept.

garg0yle writes "Scientists are repurposing Wiimotes as scientific sensors to help measure wind speed or evaporation from lakes, among other things. At about $40 per unit, the controller is much cheaper than specialized sensors. The scientists are still considering how to add storage and extend the battery life."

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  1. Re:Oh Science. by MindlessAutomata · · Score: 0, Redundant

    They've done nothing to break the DMCA.