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Video 71: Using an IR Proximity Sensor for Collision Avoidance¶

Learn how to implement collision avoidance using an IR proximity sensor with a Raspberry Pi in this tutorial by Paul from toptechboy.com.

  1. Proximity Sensor Basics: Understand the principles behind using a proximity sensor for collision avoidance.

  2. Sensor Components: Learn about the infrared LED and detector that constitute the proximity sensor.

  3. Wiring and Setup: Follow along as Paul demonstrates how to wire the sensor to the Raspberry Pi GPIO pins.

  4. Coding: See Python code examples for reading sensor data and interpreting it for collision detection.

  5. Sensitivity Adjustment: Discover how to adjust the sensor’s sensitivity using a potentiometer.

  6. Practical Application: Get a homework assignment to connect the sensor to an RGB LED for proximity indication.

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