VEHICLE ACCIDENT DETECTION SYSTEM USING IoT
A Mini Project Report
ABSTRACT
This project presents a Vehicle Accident Detection System using IoT, designed to detect road accidents in
real-time and immediately notify emergency services. The system employs an accelerometer sensor (e.g.,
MPU6050) to detect sudden changes in velocity indicative of an accident, a GPS module to fetch the location,
and a GSM module to send alert messages. The microcontroller processes sensor data and determines if an
accident has occurred. Upon detection, it sends the GPS coordinates to predefined contacts or authorities.
This project aims to reduce response time in critical situations, potentially saving lives by ensuring timely
intervention.
CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION
1.1 Aim of the Project
To develop an IoT-based system that can automatically detect vehicle accidents and notify emergency
services with location details.
1.2 Objectives
- To sense accident events using an accelerometer sensor.
- To fetch GPS location during an accident.
- To notify emergency contacts using GSM.
- To build a real-time, low-cost accident alert system.
CHAPTER 2 - REQUIREMENT SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 Hardware Requirements
- Arduino Uno / NodeMCU
- Accelerometer (MPU6050)
- GPS Module (NEO-6M)
- GSM Module (SIM800L)
- Buzzer
- Power Supply / Battery
- Jumper wires and PCB
2.2 Software Requirements
- Arduino IDE
- Embedded C / C++
- Serial Monitor
- Simulation tools (Proteus/Tinkercad)
2.3 Functional Requirements
- Detect sudden jerk/impact.
- Get real-time GPS location.
- Send SMS alert with location.
- Activate buzzer for local alert.
2.4 Non-functional Requirements
- High reliability and fault tolerance.
- Low power consumption.
- Real-time processing.
- Compact and portable.