Measuring and Visualizing Distance Sensor Data in Real-Time via Arduino and Xbee wireless communication to Matlab

Work describes making of measuring system consisting of ultrasonic sensor, programmable board Arduino, where the wireless communication is provided by Xbee modules. Theoretical part depicts the single components including the programmes for making the code necessary for proper function of the system. On the other hand, realization and creation of programmes is the centre of practical part of the work. System was physically made and the obtained data from distance sensor were in real-time transferred and depicted in MATLAB programme, where the data are filtered and the graphs of elapsed time- distance are drawn. This work is one of the first possible steps in making intelligent devices or robots from the general aspect of mapping, navigating and orienting in a surrounding area