A novel strategy for controlling the movement of a smart wheelchair using internet of things

Abstract

Quadriplegia is a medical condition characterized by partial or complete paralysis of the four limbs and torso. Paraplegia is a variant of quadriplegia and is an impairment in motor or sensory function of the lower extremities. An automated wheelchair is a step taken with an intention to make a difference especially to the lives of these sections of people with restricted mobility. The different modes of control for the movement of the chair are made available in a modular form and can be incorporated by the user based on specific needs. Apart from the controls like joystick, chin control, voice activation, control through head movement, through calls made using a mobile, this chair can also be remotely controlled through the internet. Raspberry Pi is used as a master controller for both joystick as well as internet control. This paper specifically presents the details of control of the smart wheel chair through the internet using the technology of internet of things.

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“…Additionally, language understanding and dialog systems between human users and SWs have to be investigated [171], [172]. MMP can obtain an understanding of the connection between visual and linguistic data [60], [173] and combine them to achieve improved sensing and expression with a SW. Fig. 9.…”

A Neuro-Fuzzy Control System Based on Feature Extraction of Surface Electromyogram Signal for Solar-Powered Wheelchair

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