The Thermal Imaging Sensor project demonstrates how to interface an MLX90640 thermal camera sensor with an Arduino Mega to capture and display temperature data. This sensor is capable of non-contact temperature measurement, making it ideal for applications such as thermal imaging, object detection, and temperature monitoring.
- Arduino Mega
- MLX90640 Thermal Camera Sensor
- Jumper Wires
- Connecting the MLX90640 Sensor to Arduino Mega:
- I2C Communication: Connect SDA to A4 and SCL to A5 on the Arduino Mega.
- Power: Connect VCC and GND to +5V and GND (ground), respectively.
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Code Upload:
- Open the Arduino IDE and create a new sketch.
- Copy and paste the provided Arduino code into the sketch.
- Upload the code to the Arduino Mega.
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Testing:
- Open the Serial Monitor in the Arduino IDE (set to 9600 baud).
- Observe temperature readings displayed in Celsius from the thermal camera sensor.
- Verify accurate temperature measurements and sensor stability.
- Thermal Imaging: Capture thermal images and detect temperature variations in objects.
- Non-Contact Temperature Measurement: Monitor temperature without physical contact.
- Security Systems: Integrate into security systems for object detection based on temperature.
- Sensor Calibration: Ensure proper calibration for accurate temperature readings.
- I2C Interface: MLX90640 sensor uses I2C protocol for communication, allowing integration with other I2C devices.
- Data Interpretation: Process and interpret temperature data for specific applications using appropriate algorithms and thresholds.
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