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Fall-Detection-Device

A Fall Detection Device designed to assist the elderly by detecting falls and notifying caregivers in real-time. Falls, trips, and balance issues are the most common cause of injury for adults aged 65+. This device addresses those concerns by providing a reliable and immediate response to such incidents, ultimately improving the quality of life for seniors

Features

  • Fall Detection: Detects falls through accelerometer and gyroscope sensors
  • Timer-based Auto Alert: A timer starts when a fall is detected. If the cancel button isn't pressed within a set time, an automatic call for help is initiated
  • LED Indicators: Provides visual feedback on device status (e.g., fall detected, timer active, help requested)
  • Emergency Button: Allows the user to manually trigger an alert in case of an emergency
  • Cancel Button: Lets the user cancel false alarms before automatic alerting
  • Call for Help: Automatically sends a distress signal to the caregiver via GSM if no intervention occurs during the timer

Hardware Components

  • STM32 Nucleo-64 Development Board: STM32F401RE MCU
  • MPU6050: Accelerometer/gyroscope sensor
  • GSM Module: Sends alerts
  • LED Lights: Provides visual feedback
  • Push Buttons: Emergency and cancel functionalities

Tech Stack

  • Programming Languages: C/C++
  • Microcontroller: STM32 Nucleo-64 (STM32F401RE)
  • Sensors: MPU6050 accelerometer/gyroscope
  • Communication: GSM Module

Timeline

  • Sep - Oct 2023: Planning and design phase
  • Nov 2023: Development and coding phase