Getting Started with the MLX90614 IR Temperature Sensor

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🎉 Video Summary
I test non-contact infrared temperature sensors using an ESP32 and Raspberry Pi Pico, exploring accuracy, distance limits, and whether they work through glass. Sponsored by JLCPCB, this tutorial shows setup, code, and practical results.

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:11 Sponsor message (JLCPCB)
01:14 What are non-contact temperature sensors
02:32 Example uses and accuracy
03:06 Setting up with ESP32
05:01 Live temperature readings
05:56 Distance and field of view tests
08:48 Connecting to Raspberry Pi Pico
10:36 Testing with everyday objects
12:41 Limitations (glass, plexiglass, mirrors)
13:10 Wrap-up and outro

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