Boson - Infrared Proximity Sensor - Input

The Boson Infrared Proximity Sensor Module enables students to detect nearby objects or people using infrared signals. It can determine how close something is without physical contact, which makes it ideal for safety, automation, or interactive technology projects. With its precision and responsiveness, this sensor helps learners explore non-contact detection systems used in everyday life, such as automatic doors and smart home devices.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces infrared technology and proximity sensing.
• Builds understanding of distance measurement and non-contact input.
• Encourages design of safe, hygienic, and touchless systems.
• Enhances problem-solving through sensor-based responses.
• Supports lessons in physics, digital technologies, and automation.

Classroom Ideas:

• Create a smart alarm that activates when someone approaches.
• Build a contactless bin lid that opens with proximity.
• Design a model automatic door system using servo and proximity sensor.
• Program a system to light up when someone is nearby.
• Use in robotics projects to avoid collisions with obstacles.

Product Specifications:

• Infrared-based input module for proximity detection.
• Blue-coded for input classification.
• Connects via 3-pin cable - no soldering needed.
• Magnetic, LEGO-compatible, and screw mounting options.
• Fully compatible with micro:bit and Arduino.
• Supports Scratch, MakeCode, Python, JavaScript, and C.
• Suitable for smart interaction and object detection applications.