Globalization around the world has led to the number of spontaneous technologies. The most popular is IOT. This is also called as artificial intelligence. Aim of this work is to design and develop a system which performs the tasks of measurement of vital parameters such as temperature, blood pressure and heart rate. The measured values are continuously updated on thingspeak server using Wi-Fi module and in case of abnormalities the information is conveyed to the concerned doctor through SMS using GSM module. An alert call is also initiated to the doctor after a couple of minutes. The system also has an inbuilt pill tracker unit which alerts the patient at right time to take the prescribed tablet it also warns the patient in case of wrong tablet selection. Simultaneously the message regarding wrong tablet selection is sent to the caretaker. The system is also programmed to measure and categorize the nature of blood pressure. The performance of the system with respect to the measurement of blood pressure, heart rate and temperature is evaluated under the supervision of a qualified physician, the readings recorded by the system are compared with the observations recorded by the physician using conventional methods. The application of the system as pill tracker is studied by considering a patient with multiple ailments.
Table of Contents
I. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE OVERVIEW
II. SYSTEM METHODOLOGY
A. Embedded Microcontroller
B. Heart Rate Sensor
C. Temperature Sensor
D. Blood Pressure
E. GSM Module
F. ESP8266
G. Flow Charts
1. Flowchart for working of health monitoring system
2. Flowchart of tracker for proper pill consumption.
V. NOVELTY
VI. COMPARISON OF PROPOSED SYSTEM WITH EXISTING WORK
Research Objectives and Core Themes
The primary objective of this project is the design and development of an integrated Internet of Things (IoT) health monitoring system capable of measuring vital parameters such as temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate, while simultaneously providing a reliable pill-tracking mechanism for patients. The system aims to automate health alerts and medication reminders to reduce the risks associated with human error and the lack of professional care oversight for elderly or multi-morbid patients.
- IoT-based remote health monitoring and parameter measurement.
- Automated pill tracking and alert system for medication adherence.
- Real-time communication with physicians and caretakers using GSM and Wi-Fi.
- Data visualization and storage via the ThingSpeak cloud platform.
- Clinical validation of sensor accuracy against conventional medical methods.
Excerpt from the Book
A. Motivation
As some people can’t afford the care takers to their parents and also some can’t take the risk of placing their parent’s health on someone’s hand, in such situations IOT provides a way to this problem. And in today’s environment aged people suffer from many problems so as they have to take different kinds of tablets at different time. Their ambiguity gets increased with the number of tablets.
And also sometimes they may forget to take the tablet at prescribed time. It is also important to continuously monitor their health in terms of temperature, blood pressure and heart beat. So in such situations IOT plays an important role with this system.
Summary of Chapters
I. SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE OVERVIEW: This chapter defines the framework structure, which consists of a health monitoring module and a pill selection tracking module, detailing the integration of sensors, controllers, and communication interfaces.
II. SYSTEM METHODOLOGY: This section details the specific hardware requirements, including the Arduino UNO microcontroller and various sensors, alongside software design and flowcharts for system operation.
V. NOVELTY: This chapter highlights the innovative features of the system, focusing on its dual capability as a pill tracker and health monitor, as well as its cost-effectiveness and flexibility.
VI. COMPARISON OF PROPOSED SYSTEM WITH EXISTING WORK: This concluding section compares the project with prior research in terms of sensor efficiency and technological implementation, confirming its efficacy through clinical supervision.
Keywords
IoT, GSM, Intel Edison, Wi-Fi, Health monitoring system, Server, Pill tracker, Microcontroller, Arduino UNO, Temperature sensor, Blood pressure, Heart rate, Wearable sensors, Healthcare technology, Automated alerts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core purpose of this research?
The project aims to develop a smart, IoT-based system that monitors patient vital signs and ensures correct medication intake, providing safety for patients who may lack 24/7 human care.
What are the primary areas covered by the system?
The system integrates real-time physiological parameter measurement (temperature, heart rate, blood pressure) with an automated pill-tracker and alert management system.
What is the main research objective?
The primary goal is to create a reliable monitoring framework that utilizes sensors to detect health abnormalities and incorrect pill consumption, notifying doctors and caretakers via SMS or voice calls.
Which methodology is employed in the system design?
The methodology relies on an Arduino-based embedded hardware design, using specific sensors for vital signs and reflectance-based techniques for heart rate detection, managed by programmed flowcharts.
What does the main part of the paper address?
The main sections detail the system architecture, hardware/software specifications, the flow of operations for health monitoring and pill tracking, and the validation of results through clinical comparison.
Which keywords define this work?
Key terms include IoT, Health monitoring, Pill tracker, GSM, Wi-Fi, Intel Edison, and automated medication management.
How does the system handle the detection of the wrong pill?
The system uses touch sensors to identify the correct medication and alerts the patient via a voice message if a mismatch occurs, while simultaneously sending an alert to the caretaker.
What role does the ThingSpeak platform play?
ThingSpeak serves as the IoT server where all vital health data is stored and updated continuously, allowing remote access to the patient's records for healthcare professionals.
How is the accuracy of the system validated?
The system's measurements are validated by a qualified physician, comparing the readings against conventional clinical methods and calculating standard deviations and error percentages.
How does the system escalate health emergencies?
When abnormal health values are detected, the system sends an SMS to the doctor; if there is no response within 15 minutes, it automatically initiates an alert call.
- Quote paper
- Ajay Dhage (Author), 2019, Intel Edison Kit and IOT based Smart Health Monitoring System, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/499421
