Design of Microcontroller-Based Color Detection Device
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Arduino Uno, Automatic Classification, Color Detection, RGB Frequency, TCS3200 sensorAbstract
This research presents the design and testing of an automatic color detection system using TCS3200 color sensor integrated with Arduino Uno microcontroller. The system was developed and tested using Wokwi virtual simulation platform before physical implementation. The TCS3200 sensor converts RGB light intensity reflected from objects into frequency signals, which are processed by Arduino Uno to classify colors into red, green, and blue categories. The system incorporates audio feedback using DFPlayer Mini module to provide sound notifications for detected colors. Testing results show that the system can accurately detect and classify primary colors with frequency-based thresholds: red (R<48 &R>37 & G<95 & G>85), blue (G<75 & G>65 & B<33 & B>23), and green (R<55 & R>40 & B<25 & B>5). The simulation validation demonstrates stable performance with consistent color recognition capabilities, making it suitable for industrial sorting applications and assistive technology for visually impaired individuals.
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