Using the micro:bit as an accelerometer - customising the script using touch develop.

A guide to adapting the code on a micro:bit to use as an accelerometer in a Bloodhound SSC Rocket car.

Create a cheap and reliable data logger for motion and velocity practicals by adapting a BBC micro:bit and free software. This information supports a Bloodhound SSC Rocket Car workshop, designing, building and racing model rocket cars.

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