Speed Radar using HC-SR04 and Arduino: Calibration and Data Analysis

TL;DR

This paper demonstrates how to calibrate and use an ultrasonic HC-SR04 sensor with Arduino to measure the speed of a toy car, highlighting calibration accuracy and environmental effects.

Contribution

It presents a calibration method for ultrasonic sensors with an MAE of 0.40 cm and applies it to measure toy car speed using Arduino, including data analysis techniques.

Findings

Calibration achieved MAE of 0.40 cm

Ultrasonic sensors effectively measure speed in controlled conditions

Environmental factors influence measurement accuracy

Abstract

Ultrasonic sensors are devices that use sound waves to measure distances. They are useful in various applications, such as robotics or factory automation. In this report, the use of these devices for the study of kinematics is presented, specifically to measure the speed of a remote control toy car. The calibration of the sensor achieving a mean absolute error (MAE) of 0,40 cm is presented and then the use of this sensor to measure the speed of the car using an Arduino. The methods of data collection and data analysis are also presented. It is concluded that the ultrasonic sensor is a useful tool for measuring distances and speeds, although its accuracy can be affected by factors such as temperature and humidity.