⚡Join the free Pi Mastery community → https://www.skool.com/pi-mastery-3626/about Have you ever wanted your Raspberry Pi 5 to detect obstacles or movement—even in low light? In this IR obstacle detection tutorial, we’ll walk through wiring an infrared (IR) sensor module, configuring GPIO pins, and writing Python code to set up a DIY electronics project for security or robotics. This Raspberry Pi tutorial covers everything you need to know about infrared sensors, from circuit wiring to Python code for real-time motion detection. Perfect for beginner robotics enthusiasts or anyone seeking a smart home technology upgrade. Timestamps 0:00 – Introduction & Overview 0:15 – What is an IR Sensor? (Infrared LED, Photo Diode, Photo Transistor) 0:45 – Wiring the IR Sensor to Raspberry Pi 5 (GPIO Pins, VCC, Ground) 1:09 – Setting Up Raspberry Pi 5 Pinouts & Sensor Output 1:37 – Python Code Explanation (Reading High/Low Signals) 2:00 – Testing the Obstacle Detection (Real-Time Readings) 2:30 – Possible Security & Robotics Applications 🛠 Parts you'll need: Raspberry Pi 5 — https://amzn.to/3Hd3wFm Breadboard — https://amzn.to/43eqiEk SD Card — https://amzn.to/3ZfS9Tq Key Talking Points Understanding how an IR sensor module (emitter & receiver) detects objects. Wiring tips for Raspberry Pi 5 GPIO pins and verifying voltage requirements. Using Python to read IR sensor data (HIGH/LOW signals) for automation projects. Ideas for DIY security system setups and robotics projects. Ensuring stable performance and accurate detection in various lighting conditions. Join our community here: https://bit.ly/4b4FKq5 Disclaimer: The methods, code, and results shown in this video are based on our own testing and may vary depending on your hardware, environment, and experience. Always refer to official documentation for circuit tutorials and follow best practices when working with electronics projects.