Enhancing Ultrasonic Sensor Goggles for Blinds Using Node MCU ESP8266 Microprocessor

Authors

  • Kaushalya Thopate Department of computer Engineering
  • Ketki Shirbavikar Department of Mechanical Engineering Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune
  • Radhika V. Kulkarni Department of computer Engineering
  • Rajesh Phursule Deptartment of Information Technology, Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering, Pune
  • Vaibhav Kale Department of Mechanical Engineering Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune
  • Suyash Karjule Department of Mechanical Engineering Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune
  • Kamlait Suhas Department of Mechanical Engineering Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune
  • Suparshva Kale Department of Mechanical Engineering Vishwakarma Institute of Technology, Pune

Keywords:

Ultrasonic sensor goggles, visually impaired, assistive technology, Node MCU ESP8266, Arduino Uno, Arduino Nano, microprocessor integration, Wi-Fi connectivity, obstacle detection, distance measurement, remote monitoring, accessibility, lightweight design, cost-effectiveness

Abstract

This research paper introduces a novel approach to improve the functionality and efficiency of ultrasonic sensor goggles designed for the visually impaired. Traditionally, Arduino Uno and Nano microcontrollers have been widely used for this purpose. However, this study explores the integration of Node MCU ESP8266 microprocessor as a replacement due to its lightweight, compact design, cost-effectiveness, and built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. Additionally, the smaller form factor of the Node MCU ESP8266 reduces the weight and size of the goggles, resulting in increased user comfort and wearability. The research entails the development of a comprehensive hardware and software architecture for the ultrasonic sensor goggles, incorporating the Node MCU ESP8266 microprocessor. The system's performance is evaluated through a series of tests involving obstacle detection and distance measurement. Comparative analyses are conducted between the traditional Arduino-based goggles and the proposed Node MCU ESP8266 integrated goggles in terms of accuracy, speed, power consumption, and overall user experience.

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25.12.2023

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Thopate, K. ., Shirbavikar, K. ., Kulkarni, R. V. ., Phursule, R. ., Kale, V. ., Karjule, S. ., Suhas, K. ., & Kale, S. . (2023). Enhancing Ultrasonic Sensor Goggles for Blinds Using Node MCU ESP8266 Microprocessor. International Journal of Intelligent Systems and Applications in Engineering, 12(1), 611–618. Retrieved from https://ijisae.org/index.php/IJISAE/article/view/3959

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Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024)

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Research Article

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