1. Ultrasonic Radar
System using Arduino
An ultrasonic radar system is a technology that uses
ultrasonic waves to detect and locate objects. Radar is an
object detection system which uses radio waves to determine
the range, altitude, direction, or speed of objects.
Submitted By:
Anshul Tyagi (21102086)
Chaitanya Tripathi (21102021)
Under the supervision of:
Dr. Vishal Saxena
Jaypee Institute of Information Technology,
Noida
2. Introduction
• An ultrasonic radar system is a powerful tool that utilizes ultrasonic
waves for object detection and distance measurement.
• RADAR is an object detection system which uses radio waves to
determine the range, altitude, direction, or speed of objects.
• Radar systems come in a variety of sizes and have different
performance specifications.
• Some radar systems are used for air-traffic control at airports and
others are used for long range surveillance and early-warning
systems.
• A radar system is the heart of a missile guidance system.
3. Objectives of Ultrasonic
Radar System
The main objective of an ultrasonic radar system is to accurately
detect and locate objects in various environmental conditions, such
as darkness or fog.
Additionally, the system can be used for security, surveillance, and
automation purposes.
By using ultrasonic waves, the system can provide reliable and
precise data for a wide range of applications.
4. Components of an Ultrasonic Radar
System
Ultrasonic Sensor
The ultrasonic sensor
is the heart of the
radar system,
emitting and receiving
ultrasonic waves to
detect objects and
measure distances.
Arduino
Arduino acts as the
brain of the system,
controlling the sensor
and processing the
incoming data to
make accurate
measurements and
generate outputs.
Processing
Processing is a
programming language
and development
environment used to
create the radar
interface, displaying
real-time measurements
and providing an
intuitive user
experience.
5. Working Principle of Ultrasonic
Radar System
1 Transmitting ultrasonic
waves
The ultrasonic sensor emits
high-frequency sound waves
and measures the time taken
for the waves to bounce back
after hitting an object.
2
Receiving echo signals
The sensor detects the reflected
sound waves, known as echo
signals, and calculates the
distance to the object based on
the time difference between
transmission and reception.
6. Building the Ultrasonic Radar System
Connecting the
ultrasonic sensor to
Arduino
Establish the necessary
connections between the
ultrasonic sensor and
Arduino using jumper wires
to enable communication
and power supply.
Writing the Arduino
code
Develop the Arduino code to
control the ultrasonic sensor,
process the echo signals,
and provide real-time data
for further processing.
Displaying the radar
interface using
Processing Software
Utilize Processing to create a
visually appealing radar
interface that showcases the
detected objects, distances,
and provides a user-friendly
experience.
7. Testing and Troubleshooting
Testing the system with
different obstacles
Verify the functionality of the ultrasonic
radar system by testing it with various
obstacles, including different sizes,
shapes, and distances.
Troubleshooting common issues
Identify and address common issues that
may arise during the building and testing
process, ensuring optimal performance
of the radar system.
8. Applications of Ultrasonic
Radar System in Daily Life
1 Parking Assistance
The ultrasonic radar system can be used for parking assistance in
cars, helping drivers park with precision and avoid collisions.
2 Object Detection in Smart Homes
The ultrasonic radar system enables object detection in smart
homes, allowing smart devices to detect human presence and
adjust settings accordingly.
3 Distance Sensor for Drones
The ultrasonic radar system serves as a distance sensor for drones,
helping them maintain a safe distance from obstacles during flight.
10. Conclusion
1 Radar System
The project presents a low cost and low power system for the security of
an unauthorized area by the help of radar system. The future modification
may include addition of cameras, smart phones, etc.
2 Potential applications of ultrasonic radar systems
It can be used in wide range of applications where ultrasonic radar
systems can be implemented, including robotics, security systems, and
autonomous vehicles.
11. References
• Research paper: "Advancements in Ultrasonic Radar Systems for Automotive
Safety" - John A. Smith et al.
• Industry report: "The Future of Ultrasonic Radar Technology in Smart Homes" - Tech Insights
• Journal article: "Enhancing Drone Safety with Ultrasonic Radar Systems" - Dr. Emily Johnson