The MaxBotix HRLV-MaxSonar EZ4 (MB1040) is an ultrasonic distance sensor with a 30–5000 mm range and no dead zone. Operating frequency 42 kHz.
Outputs: analog (0–3.3 V scaled), UART serial 9600 baud, PWM. Supply 2.7–5.5 V DC, 2 mA average current. Weight ~4 g. Temperature -40..65°C.
Ultrasonic Sensor · serves as: Sensing, Obstacle Detection.
Which group MaxBotix HRLV-MaxSonar EZ4 (MB1040) belongs to and how it is built
Sensors is a broad subcategory of hardware components responsible for collecting data from a robot's environment, mechanisms, and electronic systems. It encompasses distance, position, pressure, temperature, voltage, current, contact, and numerous other sensor types. This subcategory applies when a component is sensory in nature but does not belong to a more specific group such as LiDAR or Vision Components.
Ultrasonic Sensor is a distance-sensing device that operates by emitting and receiving ultrasonic waves. In robotics, it is widely used for basic obstacle detection, distance measurement, short-range navigation, and safety assistance. Ultrasonic sensors are common in mobile, educational, and industrial robots, particularly where low-cost and reliable object detection is required.
