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Design and development of an IoT based intelligent multi parameter screening system
P Arun1, N Prajith1, C Melvin1
1Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, St. Joseph's College of Engineering and Technology, Palai 686 579, India.
Materials Today. Proceedings
|December 21, 2021
Summary
This study introduces CovBot, an automated, low-cost robot for early COVID-19 detection. CovBot measures temperature, dispenses sanitizer, and alerts authorities, aiding public health screening.
Area of Science:
- Robotics and Automation
- Public Health Technology
- Infectious Disease Control
Background:
- The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), or COVID-19, significantly impacts global health and daily life.
- Rapid detection and containment are crucial to mitigate viral spread and reduce strain on public health systems.
- Existing screening methods like temperature checks are often manual and require enhancement for efficiency.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and develop a cost-effective, automated robotic system for initial COVID-19 screening.
- To integrate temperature detection, hand sanitization, and data management into a single portable unit.
- To provide a scalable solution for public spaces to manage early detection and prevention measures.
Main Methods:
- Development of CovBot, a portable robot controlled by an Arduino-Uno board.
- Integration of automated body temperature detection and hand sanitization dispenser.
- Implementation of cloud data storage via IoT for authorities and mobile application management.
- Wireless communication between mobile devices, the microcontroller, and cloud services.
Main Results:
- CovBot offers a fully automated solution for initial COVID-19 screening in public areas.
- The system integrates temperature monitoring, sanitization, and data logging.
- It provides an automated alert for sanitizer refill and mobile-based management.
- The robot is designed to be cost-effective and easily deployable.
Conclusions:
- CovBot effectively addresses primary concerns related to initial COVID-19 screening.
- The automated system enhances early detection and prevention strategies.
- Its cost-effectiveness and ease of installation make it a practical solution for businesses and public facilities.
