HC-SR04-Ultrasonic Range Finder

Name: HC-SR04-Ultrasonic Range Finder
SKU: 8705
Price: 75.00 INR
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Vendor: Kiwanokit

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An Ultrasonic Sensor is an electronic device used to measure distance or detect objects by emitting ultrasonic sound waves and analyzing their reflection.

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Product Description

How It Works:

Ultrasonic Waves Emission: The sensor has two main components: a transmitter (emits ultrasonic sound waves) and a receiver (detects the reflected waves).
Reflection and Detection: When the emitted ultrasonic waves hit an object, they bounce back and are detected by the receiver.
Time-of-Flight Measurement: The sensor calculates the time taken for the waves to travel to the object and back. This time is then used to calculate the distance to the object using the speed of sound.

Applications:

Robotics: Commonly used in robots for navigation, obstacle avoidance, and distance measurement.
Automotive: Used in parking sensors to detect nearby objects and assist with parking.
Industrial Automation: Employed in manufacturing processes for detecting objects or measuring liquid levels.
Smart Devices: Integrated into various smart devices for touchless interaction or distance sensing.

Key Features:

Range: Typically measures distances from a few centimeters up to several meters, depending on the sensor model.
Accuracy: Provides reasonably accurate distance measurements, usually within a few millimeters.
Simple Integration: Often used with microcontrollers like Arduino, with straightforward interfacing using echo and trigger pins.
Power: Operates at low voltage, usually 5V, making it easy to integrate with other electronics.

Advantages:

Non-Contact Measurement: Measures distance without requiring physical contact with the object.
Reliable and Versatile: Works well in various environments, unaffected by lighting conditions.
Simple and Inexpensive: Widely available and cost-effective for many sensing applications.

Ultrasonic sensors are versatile tools in many projects and industries, particularly where non-contact measurement or obstacle detection is needed.