GESTURE CONTROLLED WHEELCHAIR AND HOME AUTOMATION USING BLUETOOTH

GESTURE CONTROLLED WHEELCHAIR AND HOME AUTOMATION USING BLUETOOTH

1K.BHARGAV RAJ (21WJ1A04F1), 2M.SHIVA REDDY (21WJ1A04H3), 3M.VAMSHI (21WJ1A04G0)

Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering

Gurunanak Institutions Technical Campus, Hyderabad, India.

Abstract

This paper proposes an assistive technology solution that enables individuals with physical disabilities to navigate a motorized wheelchair and control basic home appliances through intuitive hand gestures. The system utilizes a MEMS accelerometer to detect directional hand movements, which are processed by an Arduino-based transmitter and transmitted wirelessly via Bluetooth. On the receiving end, a Raspberry Pi Pico microcontroller decodes the gestures and executes corresponding actions such as wheelchair movement (forward, backward, left, right) and appliance control (lights, fan) using a relay module. The integration of Bluetooth communication ensures wireless operation, enhancing user convenience and mobility within a defined range. This project demonstrates a practical and affordable solution to improve the autonomy and quality of life for the physically challenged community.