A handy addition to your toolbox, the best laser tape measure delivers measurements instantly. Our product testing team tried ...

Abstract: This study provides methods of measuring the distance between the human eye and an object using an infrared distance sensor. The method provides a smart way to monitor subjects near or far ...

Abstract: Camera-based tactile sensors provide robots with a high-performance tactile sensing approach for environment perception and dexterous manipulation. However, achieving comprehensive ...

Have you ever wondered how a robot navigates a cluttered room or how a drone maintains its altitude with pinpoint accuracy? The secret lies in the tools used to measure distance, an often-overlooked ...

Paul and David Bradt’s Ardiono Projects offers multiple ways to use Arduino and Raspberry Pi microcontrollers for your model railroading projects. Buy the book here. Code for Button/Blink Test (SN095) ...

It delivers high performance and productivity even in complex and demanding applications, such as shiny metal and plastic parts and in poor lighting conditions, to reduce errors and minimise costly ...

If you need to measure a distance, it is tempting to reach for the ubiquitous ultrasonic module like an HC-SR04. These work well, and they are reasonably easy to use. However, they aren’t without ...

At this year’s CES in Las Vegas, several companies are showing their sensing solutions serving a diverse range of designs spanning automotive to smart home to consumer and industrial applications.