Arduino-based Colour Detector with TCS 230

Abstract

In today's world, technology has advanced to a level where almost anything is possible. One such example is the usage of color detectors in a variety of applications. Color detectors are devices that can detect and measure the color of an object or surface. Technology has numerous applications in industries such as textiles, automation, automotive, food, printing, pharmaceutical, and many more. The color detector using Arduino and TCS 230 color sensor works by using the principles of light sensing and color measurement. The TCS 230 sensor has an array of photodiodes, each with a specific filter that allows them to sense red, green, blue, and clear light. The TCS230 Color Sensor is a full color detector capable of detecting and measuring practically any visible color. The amount of reflected light is then converted to a frequency signal, which is then processed by the Arduino board. The code is written in C/C++ programming language and can be easily modified and uploaded to the board. This project delves into the domain of color detection utilizing the TCS230 color sensor interfaced with Arduino, creating a symbiotic interaction between technology and the range of hues. The code includes functions to initialize the sensor, read the frequency output, and convert it into a digital value. The digital value is then mapped to a color using predefined values for red, green, and blue. Color detection is vital in industrial automation, particularly in quality control procedures. Color detection is vital in industrial automation, particularly in quality control procedures and in various fields of industries such as Sorting, quality control, and consistency in manufacturing.