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Old 01-21-2009, 11:30 AM   #1
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object detector (preferably infrared) that can detect an object 3 feet away


object detector (preferably infrared) that can detect an object 3 feet away

hi i am looking for something like this for a project that can detect large objects.

does anyone know how i can build/ order someting that would do this ?

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Old 01-21-2009, 11:53 AM   #2
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Ultrasonic range detectors, some made by Polaroid, have been somewhat popular with robotics hobbyists for object detection projects. Googling 'polaroid ultrasonic range finder' got me quite a few hits that seem relevant.
There are a few ambiguities in your question. What exactly are you attempting to do?
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warning detector for a car.
 
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What does that mean? You want to see if there is a car within 3 feet of your 'something'? You want to know if there is a car that is at least 3 feet from your 'something'? Is the 3 foot figure a threshold, a minimum, a maximum, other? Why do you prefer infrared? Infrared is good for motion detection, but not so good for ranging. Vehicles that are equipped with rear-mounted hazard detection sensors use ultrasonics.
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thanks for the info. just want to see if it is feasable for me to retrofit a front end collision warning detector into an old car...

i worked with ir in a project in college (basic-stamp 2 -> ssc2) i forget the manufacturer of the ir emitter.

do you have any specific products in mind (i'll start with polaroid)?

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The Polaroid device is the only one I know off the top of my head. Now that I know your application, I am certain that you don't want to use IR, as dirt would be a significant source of interference.
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