IOT-BASED SMART WHEELCHAIR NAVIGATION: ENABLES AUTONOMOUS WHEELCHAIR MOVEMENT USING IOT SENSORS AND GPS

The proposed IoT-Based Smart Wheelchair Navigation system provides a foundation for developing an intelligent mobility assistance platform by integrating embedded control, sensor-based navigation, and wireless communication. The ESP32-WROOM-32, TB6612FNG motor driver, QTR-8RC reflectance sensor array, and DC motors support the development of a basic robotic navigation prototype. The proposed system requires further development to incorporate reliable obstacle detection, GPS tracking, and a complete IoT monitoring interface. Experimental evaluation of navigation accuracy, response time, communication reliability, and battery endurance is also necessary to assess its performance. Overall, this project establishes a starting point for future smart wheelchair development, with further testing and safety validation required before practical application.

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