Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: : For people with disabilities and older adults, mobility assistance devices are vital for improving their quality of life. The project presents the design and implementation of a Smart Wheelchair equipped with Automated Braking and GPS, intended to enhance safety, navigation, and independence. The system utilizes both infrared and ultrasonic sensors to monitor its surroundings and detect potential obstacles. Upon detection, an automatic braking system activates to prevent collisions and ensure user safety. A microcontroller that processes user commands and sensor inputs in real time coordinates the movement of the wheelchair. Developed to improve the mobility, safety, and autonomy of people with physical challenges, the Smart Wheelchair features automated braking and GPS. The system incorporates sensors, microcontrollers,With the GPS module, real-time tracking and route guidance are possible, providing caregivers or family members the ability to monitor the user’s location for enhanced security. This innovation merges automation with assistive technology to enhance accessibility, safety, and convenience for wheelchair users, fostering increased autonomy and confidence in their everyday lives.
Language: English
Subfield: Occupational Therapy
Field: Health Professions
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4416200641