Linear Displacement Sensor Coursework
Utilised three fundamental sensor attempting to measure micron accuracy linear displacement via flexure. Ultrasonic sensor utilised ATmega328P microcontroller embedded within Arduino for increase resolution.
Project details
Overview
Through a combination of three sensors (ultrasonic, photointerrupter, linear hall sensor) attempted to measure micron accuracy linear displacement via flexure. Arduino Uno was utilised for sensor integration and data processing, with ATmega328P utilised to overcome timing constraints.
Key features / highlights
- ATmega328P microcontroller hardware register utilisation
- 0.2mm resolution achieved
- DHT-11 module utilised to mitigate environmental factors
Tech & tools
- Arduino Uno
- Ultrasonic, Linear Hall and Photointerrupter Sensors
- DHT-11 Module
My role
Designed the circuit and coded the microcontroller in it's entirety. Produced graphical representations of the data for presentation.