OPTICAL AND ULTRASONIC SENSORS

Jhonatan Mauricio Rodriguez Velosa (90017)

Julian Felipe Morales Cadena (77445)
OPTICAL SENSOR Is an advanced mechanism that detects the
proximity of an object at a distance by
emitting a beam of light, which is received
by a photosensitive element.
Optical Sensor Function These sensors operate with the
intervention of a transmitter and a
receiver.
Where the emitter is in charge of
sending the signal in the form of
light and the receiver receives the
information given by the emitter,
emitting a message in the form of
flashing lights, as the most
common form.
Characteristics of the Optical Sensor
• No contact detection
Because non-contact detection is possible, damage
to objects is avoided. In addition, the sensor itself
will not be damaged, which guarantees a long
service life and maintenance-free operation.
• Almost all materials are detectable
Since the sensor detects objects either based on
their reflectivity or the amount of light interrupted,
almost all types of materials are detectable. This
includes glass, metal, plastic, wood and liquids.
• Long detection distance
Optical sensors are generally high power and allow
long range detection.
ULTRASONIC SENSOR As the name implies, ultrasonic sensors measure
distance through the use of ultrasonic waves. The
head emits an ultrasonic wave and receives the
reflected wave that returns from the object. Ultrasonic
sensors measure the distance to the object by
counting the time between emission and reception.
Utrasonic Sensor
Function
The ultrasonic sensor performs measurements by using
ultrasonic waves. The operation of the ultrasonic
sensor is simple: when the wave impulse encounters
an object, it is reflected and thus measured in distance.
Characteristics of the
Ultrasonic Sensor
• Transparent detectable object
Since ultrasonic waves can reflect off a glass or
liquid surface, and return to the head, even
transparent objects can be detected.
• Fog and dirt resistant
Detection is not affected by the accumulation of
dust or dirt.
• Complex-shaped objects can be detected
Presence detection is stable, even for objects such
as mesh trays or springs.
Difference Between Optical And Ultrasonic Sensors
An optical sensor has a transmitter and receiver, while an ultrasonic sensor uses a single ultrasonic
element for both transmitting and receiving. In a reflective model ultrasonic sensor, a single oscillator
emits and receives the ultrasonic waves alternately. This allows miniaturization of the sensor head.