Parts: Digital proximity sensor (Sharp GP2Y0D02)

posted Jan 5th 2009 4:08pm by Ian
filed under: parts, robots hacks

The GP2Y0D02 is an infrared proximity sensor with a detection field that extends 80cm. This type of sensor can be used to build collision avoidance systems for robots. We’ll demonstrate this sensor using a single resistor and a multimeter.

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