How to Interface IR Sensor with Arduino (Beginner’s Guide)

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Introduction

IR (Infrared) sensors are widely used in electronics and robotics projects to detect objects, obstacles, or even motion. They work on the principle of emitting infrared light and detecting its reflection.

In this tutorial, we will learn how to interface an IR sensor with Arduino and use it to control an LED. By the end, you’ll understand how IR sensors work, how to connect them, and how to write the Arduino code to test them.