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TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES IN ULTRASONIC DISTANCE MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS

https://doi.org/10.55640/ijnget-v02i05-01

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Prof. Amir A. Faruqi ¹ ,

⁴ School of Engineering, University of Tehran, Iran

Abstract

Distance measurement is a fundamental requirement in various fields, including robotics, industrial automation, automotive, and environmental monitoring. Ultrasonic-based sensors have gained significant attention in these applications due to their non-contact nature, cost-effectiveness, and relatively high accuracy. This paper explores the development and applications of ultrasonic distance measurement sensors. It reviews the working principle of ultrasonic sensors, the challenges involved in their implementation, and the innovations that have improved their accuracy and reliability. The paper also highlights the potential applications of ultrasonic sensors in fields like robotics, vehicle parking assistance, and environmental sensing. Finally, it discusses future directions for the development of more advanced ultrasonic-based distance measurement technologies.

Keywords

Ultrasonic sensors, distance measurement, non-contact sensors, robotics

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