Our Sensors Used in Vehicle Detection Applications:
Vehicle Detection Sensors in Parking
Product developers often use ultrasonic sensors in smart parking applications. Our sensors have successfully been used in several vehicle detection applications in several regions. We've covered in another article:- How Parking Sensors are Used in Vehicle Detection
- Using Multiple Sensors in an Application
- Mounting notes
Vehicle Detection Sensors for Self Serve Car Washes
In the car wash industry, vehicle detection sensors have many uses. A sensor placed at the tunnel entrance uses sound waves to profile the vehicle’s exterior as it enters and proceeds through the tunnel. These ultrasonic sensors measure the time taken for waves to return and then use that information to calculate distance. Analyzing data from the sensors and conveyor speed as well as the height of the sensor above ground, the controller’s software builds a profile of the vehicle as it passes beneath the sensor. This industry needs a solution to accurately detect a vehicle’s presence for the duration of the wash and relay that information to the timer. Wireless ultrasonic sensors are generally an ideal solution for covered parking use cases. Ultrasonic sensors use sound waves to detect objects. As previously stated, these sensors can be mounted on the ceiling in a parking garage to detect the presence or absence of vehicles in a parking space.Frequently Asked Questions
Which sensor is used to detect vehicles? We currently have a few different types of sensors used in vehicle detection applications. We have our Car detection sensors you can review here: https://www.maxbotix.com/product-category/all-environments/car-detection-sensor And we also have our parking sensors, specifically used in smart parking solutions, which you can review here: https://www.maxbotix.com/product-category/parksonar-ez-products You can discuss with our team which is the best choice for your use case by emailing us at techsupport@maxbotix.com How are ultrasonic sensors used? Ultrasonic distance sensors are used by transmitting sound waves towards a target and determines the distance by measuring the time it took for the reflected ways to reach the receiver. At that point the reflected sound is converted into an electric signal. You'll likely use these sensors in an application where you'll need to sense proximity or detect levels. How would you mount the ultrasonic sensor?- Best target detection is achieved when the sensor is mounted perpendicular to the target surface.
- Sensors should be installed in a location where the air path directly to the target is unobstructed.
- Mount the sensor above the highest expected target level.
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