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Enhancing Accessibility and Comfort: A Smart Wheelchair with Advanced Features

J. Shiny*

Department of Computer Science and Engineering, DMI College of Engineering, Aralvaimozhi, Tamil Nadu, India.

Periodicity:July - December'2022
DOI : https://doi.org/10.26634/jic.10.2.19352

Abstract

This paper presents the design and implementation of a smart wheelchair with advanced features to enhance the accessibility and comfort of wheelchair users. The proposed system incorporates voice control, biometric authentication, obstacle detection, and temperature monitoring, among other features, to provide a more intuitive and personalized user experience. The user interface is designed to be user-friendly and can be operated using a touchscreen display, a joystick, or voice command. The system is powered by a battery and includes a microcontroller board that controls the various functions of the wheelchair. The proposed system aims to improve the quality of life for wheelchair users by providing a more efficient and user-friendly mode of mobility.

Keywords

Smart Wheelchair, Biometric Sensors, Obstacle Avoidance, Temperature Monitoring, Health Monitoring.

How to Cite this Article?

Shiny, J. (2022). Enhancing Accessibility and Comfort: A Smart Wheelchair with Advanced Features. i-manager’s Journal on Instrumentation & Control Engineering, 10(2), 7-12. https://doi.org/10.26634/jic.10.2.19352

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