Ultrasonic ToF Material Detection Sensor
- $13.50 3+ items
- $13.30 5+ items
- $12.80 10+ items
Introduction
Ultrasonic Material Detection Sensor is a compact ultrasonic time‑of‑flight (ToF) sensing module designed to identify surface materials by analyzing differences in echo signal energy. Operating within a short detection range of 2–10cm, this ultrasonic material identification module enables reliable differentiation between hard and soft surfaces. A miniature footprint, lightweight construction, and low power consumption make this embedded sensing unit suitable for compact robotics and smart appliances. The ultrasonic inspection module outputs recognition results through IO (high/low) signals or UART communication, enabling seamless integration with robotic control systems that require fast surface classification and responsive behavioral adjustments.
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Figure: Assembly diagram
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Figure: Parameter description of FOV
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Figure: FOV 45° Scan Area
Ultrasonic Echo Energy Analysis for Material Recognition
This ultrasonic sensing unit determines surface material characteristics by analyzing variations in ultrasonic echo energy returned from different surfaces. Hard and soft materials reflect sound waves differently, enabling this short‑range material identification module to distinguish surfaces with high reliability. Operating at a 175KHz driving frequency and supporting a detection range of 2–10cm, the ultrasonic detection board delivers stable classification performance in close‑proximity sensing scenarios where optical methods may struggle due to lighting variations or reflective surfaces.
Ultra‑Compact and Low‑Power Embedded Design
A miniature footprint, 1.0g lightweight structure, and ultra‑low operating current make this embedded ultrasonic sensing board ideal for compact robotic systems. Operating current of only 8mA significantly reduces energy consumption, supporting battery‑powered equipment and long‑duration operation. Small physical dimensions and simple mounting allow the ultrasonic material sensing module to be embedded easily into tight mechanical spaces, including robotic cleaners, smart appliances, and lightweight mobile robotics platforms.
Flexible Output Interfaces for Controller Integration
This ultrasonic material identification sensor supports both IO digital output and UART communication, enabling flexible integration with a wide range of embedded controllers and robotic systems. IO output provides simple high/low signals for rapid hardware responses, while UART communication allows richer data interaction and system diagnostics. Such dual‑mode communication improves compatibility with embedded control boards used in robotics, automation equipment, and intelligent sensing platforms.
Optimized Surface Detection for Intelligent Cleaning Systems
This ultrasonic material recognition sensor is widely used in robotic cleaners and smart floor‑sensing systems requiring automatic surface classification. Compact size, low power consumption, and reliable short‑range detection make this ultrasonic sensing module suitable for intelligent cleaning devices, embedded robotics platforms, and automated equipment that must adapt behavior according to detected surface materials.