how does a pedometer work???

Answer 1

Each step you take creates a vibration that is counted on the pedometer as a 'step'. The force of the step makes the counter move on one point. An adult should try and take at least 10,000 steps per day - approximately 3 miles. You will need to calibrate the pedometer (if it allows you) to count the correct number of your steps to the mile, but generally it is around 3,000. Some pedometers also check calorie usage. Enjoy!

Answer 2

Basically, a pedometer counts your steps as you walk. Some pedometers can take that number and run with it -- converting the steps into a distance.
Most pedometers have a tiny spring-set horizontal arm that moves up and down as you walk and measures the vertical movement of your hips. Electronic pedometers, however, can detect the impact of your foot hitting the ground.

Essentially, a pedometer is a motion-sensitive electrical circuit that switches on and off, activating a digital counter. It tends to function best during vigorous walking, when the motion of the hips is more pronounced.

The devices seem to be in step with the times as a result of new health guidelines that recommend walking 10,000 steps a day or about five miles. However, they can be notoriously fickle.

If your next step is purchasing a pedometer, we refer you to Barbara Arrigo of the Detroit Free Press, who wrote an excellent consumer guide.

Answer 3

Basically, a pedometer counts your steps as you walk. Some pedometers can take that number and run with it -- converting the steps into a distance.

Most pedometers have a tiny spring-set horizontal arm that moves up and down as you walk and measures the vertical movement of your hips. Electronic pedometers, however, can detect the impact of your foot hitting the ground.

Essentially, a pedometer is a motion-sensitive electrical circuit that switches on and off, activating a digital counter. It tends to function best during vigorous walking, when the motion of the hips is more pronounced.

Answer 4

I've taken one apart...
A short hinged rod (about 2cm long) with a weight on the end. Also attached near the end is a very light spring. I guess the weight, rod length, and spring strength are chosen to give an oscillating period of about 1 or 2 seconds.

The weight is magnetic and moves over a reed switch (closes when near a magnet) It's the reed switch that sends pulses to the electronics that counts the paces.

Answer 5

dont knw abt itz working but i knw wat it is,

an instrument usually in watch form that records the distance a person covers on foot by responding to the body motion at each step.