Railway Track Crack Detection System using Arduino

Railway Track Crack Detection System using Arduino

Guru Prasad B1, Megha R2, Nikhil C R3 , Sanju Shree V4 , Shantveer Patil5

1Senior Assistant Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering

2,3,4,5 Students of Electronics and Communication Engineering

Alva’s Institute of Engineering And Technology, Mangalore Dakshina Kannada

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Abstract - The goal of the railway track crack detection using Arduino project is to find any fractures in the tracks so that both people and cargo may travel safely. The project processes the data from different sensors put on the railroad lines using an Arduino microcontroller. Accelerometers and strain gauges are the sensors utilised in the project and are positioned at various points along the tracks. These sensors pick up on any trembling or distortion in the rails brought on by cracks, which can be a sign of possible dangers early on. The Arduino microcontroller then analyses the information gathered by the sensors to find any track cracks. The device will contact the relevant authorities or the train operator if a crack is found, alerting them to the possible threat. The alert may appear as an alarm or as a message on a screen. The railway track crack detection system utilising Arduino is cost-effective and straightforward to implement, making it a viable solution for railways worldwide. It can assist reduce the likelihood of accidents caused by track failure, assuring the safety of passengers, crew, and freight.

Key Words:  Arduino, Ultrasonic sensor, IR sensor, DC   Motor