MUMBAI, India, April 17 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641021707 A) filed by Gnanaprakash M; Muruga Radha Devi D; Shonika S; Leelavathi E; Binurayan J; Vignesh M; and Aravind R, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on Feb. 24, for 'rider safety and monitoring system.'

Inventor(s) include Gnanaprakash M; Muruga Radha Devi D; Shonika S; Leelavathi E; Binurayan J; Vignesh M; and Aravind R.

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: "This project introduces a smart safety system for two-wheeler riders, leveraging sensors and loT technology to minimize accident risks and improve rider safety. The system includes a force sensor integrated into the helmet, ensuring proper helmet use before activating the vehicle's ignition via an RF transmitter. Only when the helmet is securely worn does the Arduino trigger the RF protocol, allowing ignition to occur. Additionally, an MQ-3 alcohol gas sensor detects the rider's alcohol level, preventing the vehicle from starting if alcohol is detected. The receiver unit, mounted on the vehicle, consists of an RF receiver, Arduino, LCD display, MEMS accelerometer/gyroscope, GPS, GSM module, and an loT communication module. The MEMS sensor monitors rider posture and detects sudden accelerations or angular changes exceeding predefined thresholds, which could indicate a potential accident. In the event of an accident, the system automatically triggers an SMS alert to emergency contacts, providing real-time GPS coordinates. The system's LCD display shows the status of the system, including alcohol levels. The loT module enables remote monitoring of the rider's condition, collecting and logging data for analysis. This data can be accessed by administrators or family members via a dedicated app. The combination of real-time alcohol detection, helmet confirmation, accident detection, and immediate emergency response mechanisms significantly reduces the response time to accidents, potentially saving lives. This integrated system aims to reduce two-wheeler accident fatalities, prevent unsafe riding behaviors, and improve overall rider safety."

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