DESIGN OF RAILWAY TRACK BREAK DETECTION WITH OBSTACLE DETECTION AND ALERT THROUGH IOT

Electrical Engineering

As the track forms the backbone of the railway transportation system, it must be maintained properly. Any break or crack in the track poses a serious risk of accidents. Given that railways are the primary mode of transportation in India, train accidents can lead to significant loss of human life and property damage. Therefore, there is a need for a system to be designed that can monitor the track for obstacles, cracks, or breaks. To address this need, a battery-operated robot will be deployed on the tracks. This robotic vehicle will travel along the track, inspecting for any signs of damage or obstacles. The robot will transmit the location coordinates and the status of any faults or obstacles detected to a web server. This information, including the robot's location, will be accessible through an IoT webpage. Consequently, trains operating on that particular track can be halted, and immediate maintenance can be carried out. To implement this system, IR sensors will be utilized for crack detection, ultrasonic sensors for obstacle detection, and a GPS module for obtaining location coordinates. These components will be integrated with an Arduino Uno board. The robot is powered using DC motors, and the entire vehicle will be powered by a 12V sealed lead-acid battery.

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