This chapter proposes the implementation of an automatic accident detection
and alerting system utilizing the Internet of Things (IoT). This system aims to swiftly
and efficiently locate accident sites and notify emergency services, there by expediting
the transfer of victims to medical centers. Road accidents are one of the leading causes
of death annually, primarily due to delays in reporting the incidents. The proposed
system operates in two main parts. First, when a vehicle is impacted, sensors installed
in the vehicle activate and capture the location via the Global System for Mobile
Communication (GSM) module. Subsequently, information about the accident site and
the victim’s condition is sent to a registered phone number through the GSM module.
Essentially, when an accident occurs, the installed piezoelectric sensor immediately
detects the impact, relaying this information to the microcontroller. The
microcontroller then sends an alert message, including location and other pertinent
details, to the registered unit to ensure timely medical assistance. This system aims to
enhance the efficiency of medical services in reaching accident victims promptly,
potentially saving lives that might otherwise be lost due to delayed accident reporting.
Keywords: Automatic accident detection, Alerting system, GSM, General packet radio service (GPRS), Internet of things vehicle, LTE.
