International Journal of Innovative Research in Computer and Communication Engineering
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| TITLE | Smart Fall Alert System for Seniors |
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| ABSTRACT | The growing global elderly population faces increasing challenges in maintaining independent living while ensuring continuous safety and health supervision. To meet these requirements, the project presents an IoT-enabled smart wearable band tailored for elderly care. The device combines multiple sensors to continuously monitor health parameters, detect fall events, and automatically generate emergency alerts in real time.. Powered by an ESP8266 microcontroller, the system interfaces with the MAX30102 pulse oximeter, DHT11 temperature-humidity sensor, and MPU6050 accelerometer-gyroscope to track heart rate, SpO₂ levels, body temperature, and environmental conditions. Intelligent fall-detection algorithms implemented using the MPU6050 help saccurately classify fall events while reducing false alarms. In critical situations such as detected falls or abnormal health readings, the system automatically sends SMS alerts with GPS location to registered caregivers through GSM connectivity. An onboard OLED display ensures immediate feedback to the user, and the HC-05 Bluetooth module enables seamless data syncing with smartphones. Cloud integration via Firebase Realtime Database allows caregivers to remotely monitor vital signs, review fall history, and receive instant notifications through a responsive React-based web dashboard. With its dual-cell power system for extended battery life, the smart band offers a reliable, holistic solution that combines proactive health monitoring with rapid emergency response, effectively bridging gaps in modern elderly care technologies. |
| AUTHOR | GURUPRASAD H M, JEEVAN R M, KANTESH H S, BHUVAN V KUNTE, SNEHA Y M UG Students, Dept. of ISE, Jain Institute of Technology, Davangere, Karnataka, India Assistant Professor, Dept. of ISE, Jain Institute of Technology, Davangere, Karnataka, India |
| VOLUME | 180 |
| DOI | DOI: 10.15680/IJIRCCE.2026.1401008 |
| pdf/8_Smart Fall Alert System for Seniors.pdf | |
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