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LM393 IR Sensor Module
Detect the objects or specific colored surfaces using Infra-Red lights, it can be used to detect the edge/boundary of the Dohyo in Sumo Robot projects.
Here is good guide using it with Arduino (link from instructables.com)
Many options, popular item available in many web stores, e.g. Aliexpress, Ebay
IC LM393
The output is voltage HIGH (no object detected) or LOW (object detected)
LED indication when target object is detected
Adjustable sensitivity by using the potentiometer