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Cheap DIY Ultrasonic Sensor

Posted May 11, 2011 by Chris

Ultrasonic sensors have become very popular, however they often carry a heavy cost of $50-100. This might not be much for industry, but for hobbyists that’s a chunk of change. This article shows you how to use a PIC and 2 ultrasonic transducers to make your own sonar proximity sensor.

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