DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF SOLAR POWERED AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM AND BUMPER ACTUATION WITH BLUETOOTH CONTROL

The declining human life spans of today can be attributed to the increasing use of automobiles, resulting in a dramatic rise in death rates due to accidents. Brake failure is a common cause of accidents, making automatic brake control crucial in reducing accident impact. Additionally, currently used rigid bumpers in vehicles have limited capacity, often leading to failure and transferring force to the driver and passengers during high-impact collisions. To address this issue, our project incorporates an infrared sensor that detects obstructions. When an obstruction is detected, the sensor emits infrared waves which are reflected back to the receiver. The received signal is then sent to an Arduino controller, which activates the brakes and bumper. This intelligent mechatronic system uses a microcontroller to control the vehicle’s speed based on the detection pulse, allowing for prompt and effective braking to ensure safety.