Intellectual Property India Publishes Patent Application for 'Multi-Functional Smart Stick For Personal Safety And Health Protection' Filed by Cambridge Institute Of Technology; Dr Lakshmi C R; Dr G Srinivasalu; Nandini Kumari B; Hariprasad T L; Praveen Kumar KC; and Dr. Girish H

MUMBAI, India, April 17 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641043087 A) filed by Cambridge Institute Of Technology; Dr Lakshmi C R; Dr G Srinivasalu; Nandini Kumari B; Hariprasad T L; Praveen Kumar KC; and Dr. Girish H, Bengaluru, Karnataka, on April 4, for 'multi-functional smart stick for personal safety and health protection.'

Inventor(s) include Dr Lakshmi C R; Dr G Srinivasalu; Nandini Kumari B; Hariprasad T L; Praveen Kumar KC; and Dr. Girish H.

The application for the patent was published on April 17, under issue no. 16/2026.

According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The Smart Blind Stick is an advanced assistive device designed to enhance mobility, safety, and health monitoring for visually impaired individuals. The system integrates an ESP8266 Wi-Fi module with ultrasonic sensors, a BPM sensor, and a GPS module to provide real-time obstacle detection, continuous health monitoring, and emergency alert functionality. When an obstacle is detected within a predefined distance, the device immediately alerts the user through an audible buzzer, enabling safe navigation and preventing potential accidents. Additionally, a dedicated emergency push button allows the user to send instant email notifications to a caregiver or family member, along with real-time GPS coordinates for accurate location tracking. The Smart Blind Stick also incorporates continuous heart rate monitoring using a BPM sensor. If abnormal heart rate readings are detected, the system automatically sends an alert to caregivers, enabling timely medical assistance. This integrated multi-sensor approach enhances situational awareness, ensures proactive emergency response, and promotes independent mobility. Overall, the Smart Blind Stick provides a comprehensive solution that combines navigation assistance, health monitoring, and emergency communication, significantly improving the safety, confidence, and independence of visually impaired individuals."

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