Camera based real time distress monitoring system for geriatric people

Abstract

Technological advancement in wireless communications, wireless sensors and emergence of Internet of Things (IOT) has helped in improving the quality of life. Enabling technologies like Bluetooth low energy (BLE) is essential to lodge intelligence in the smart device. By combining BLE, IOT, wireless sensor networks and wireless communication simple and efficient smart devices can be designed and developed. This paper focuses on developing a distress monitoring system for geriatric people based on the stress levels they encounter or on their body posture under unsafe conditions. The unsafe conditions can either be an attack on them or some health-related issues. The system consists of a wrist band with sensors, fall detector, bracelet camera and a smart phone to provide user interface.