RAKSHAK - An Energy Efficient Intelligent Helmet

Abstract

Wearable technology is gaining popularity, being employed in a variety of applications, and wearable safety devices have found high demand in the market as of late. This project work relates to an important area of application for wearable devices, which is road safety. The roads of developing and under-developed countries tend to be largely unsafe and vulnerable to accidents especially for two wheeler users. Apart from the riders own safety, the chaotic environment in roads and highways in such countries also poses safety concerns for the public which is often overlooked. Another key issue with the use of wearable devices is minimizing electronic waste. As environmental issues are a growing concern, it is crucial to use energy efficient methods wherever possible in developing technology. Our proposed device RAKSHAK (meaning ‘protector’ in Hindi) is a secure riding helmet that strives to strike an immaculate balance between incorporating several novel and thoughtful intelligent features involving Machine Learning and the Internet of Things for safety and convenience, as well as taking an environment friendly approach to consumer electronics by using a renewable energy source.