This is a library for the ST VL6180X component.
The VL6180X is the latest product based on ST’s patented FlightSenseTMtechnology. This is a ground-breaking technology allowing absolute distance to be measured independent of target reflectance. Instead of estimating the distance by measuring the amount of light reflected back from the object (which is significantly influenced by color and surface), the VL6180X precisely measures the time the light takes to travel to the nearest object and reflect back to the sensor (Time-of-Flight).
Combining an IR emitter, a range sensor and an ambient light sensor in a three-in-one ready-to-use reflowable package, the VL6180X is easy to integrate and saves the end-product maker long and costly optical and mechanical design optimizations.
The module is designed for ultra low power operation. Ranging and ALS measurements can be automatically performed at user defined intervals. Multiple threshold and interrupt schemes are supported to minimize host operations.
Host control and result reading is performed using an I2C interfac, no extra pin are required.
It was principally designed to work with the SmartEverything board, but could be easily adapt and use on every Arduino and Arduino Certified boards.
Library is based on the useful project done by Kris Winer
Written by Mik smkk@axelelettronica.it.
- /examples - Example sketches for the library (.ino). Run these from the Arduino IDE.
- /src - Source files for the library (.cpp, .h).
- library.properties - General library properties for the Arduino package manager.
- Change example to be more Arduino boards compatible and not only for ASME boards family.
- update reference email
- Installing an Arduino Library Guide - How to install a SmartEverything library on the Arduino IDE using the Library Manager
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