PROJECT PROPOSAL

1. Theme:
Artificial Intelligence

2. Problem statement:

How might we develop an integrated solution that provides real-time data to help
visitors discover must visit heritage sites in Tamil Nadu, offering voice-assisted,
multilingual insights about the history and significance of these places? This system,
powered by an advanced language model (LLM), can enhance the tourist experience by
providing personalized, immersive information at iconic locations.

3. College Code & College Name:

5113 - KINGSTON ENGINEERING COLLEGE

4. Guide Name, Designation, Mobile No. & Email id:

Guide Name: S Sugashini

Designation: AP / CSE
Mobile No.: 9894248112
Email id: [Link]@[Link]

5. Student Team details:

[Link]. Student Reg. Name of the Branch Mobile No. email id

No. Student

1. 511321104025 Ebonica Saleth CSE 7094306442 ebonica7@[Link]

2. 511321104015 Dayana S CSE 7397612662

dayana0762795@gm
[Link]

3. 511321106007 Dharshini Y ECE 8148051376 [Link]

i@[Link]

6. Project Summary:

The proposed project aims to develop an innovative and cost-effective mobile

application that enhances the tourist experience at heritage sites in Tamil Nadu. By
leveraging the latest technologies such as edge computing, AI-powered voice
assistance, Bluetooth beacons, augmented reality (AR), and crowdsourced content, this
application will provide real-time, multilingual, voice-assisted insights about the history
and significance of heritage sites. The solution will be accessible, immersive, and
scalable, making it suitable for widespread adoption without relying on expensive
 infrastructure.

7. Proposed solution with methodology

The solution integrates several modern technologies to offer personalized, immersive,

and context-aware experiences to tourists at Tamil Nadu's heritage sites. The primary
components of the solution are:

a. Edge Computing for Low-Cost, Real-Time Processing:

 By leveraging mobile devices' processing power, real-time voice recognition,

historical content processing, and providing insights on the go can be achieved. This
reduces reliance on costly cloud infrastructure and ensures smooth operation even
in areas with limited connectivity.

b. Voice Assistance via Open-Source Models:

 Open-source NLP and speech-to-text models will be used to capture user queries,
interpret them, and respond in a multilingual format. This ensures the system
remains cost-effective and can cater to diverse tourists.

c. Bluetooth Beacons for Location-Based Data:

 Strategic placement of Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) beacons will trigger context-
aware information and historical insights based on the tourist's proximity to specific
heritage sites. This enables seamless, location-based interactions without requiring
expensive GPS-based infrastructure.

d. Augmented Reality (AR) Using Mobile Devices:

 The application will utilize AR technologies to overlay 3D models, historical

reconstructions, and other educational content, enriching the visitor's experience at
heritage sites. Users can view historical sites as they were in their prime and interact
with augmented content through their smartphones.

e. Crowdsourced Content for Authentic Insights:

 The app will allow users to contribute photos, stories, and insights about heritage
sites. This crowdsourced content will keep the information dynamic, authentic, and
up-to-date.

f. Sustainability and Minimal Infrastructure:

 The solution will focus on minimizing infrastructure needs by relying on mobile

devices, open-source technologies, and low-cost beacons, making it affordable and
scalable.

Methodology:

 Mobile App Development: The app will be developed for both Android and iOS
platforms, using native SDKs and AR tools (ARCore/ARKit).
  AI & Voice Integration: Open-source NLP, speech-to-text, and text-to-speech
models will be integrated for multilingual voice-assisted interactions.

 Beacon and AR Setup: BLE beacons will be deployed at selected sites, and AR
content will be developed and linked to the app.

 Crowdsourcing Integration: A user-contribution feature will be included for tourists

to submit historical insights, stories, and images.

Technical Implementation:

 Voice Recognition & AI Models: Integrating NLP and speech recognition models
for multilingual interactions using tools like Dialogflow and DeepSpeech.
 Bluetooth Beacon Setup: BLE beacons will trigger contextual data when tourists
are near specific sites.
 AR Integration: ARCore (Android) and ARKit (iOS) will display historical content
and 3D reconstructions.
 User Interface (UI): A simple, multilingual, and intuitive UI to enhance user
experience.
 Backend Infrastructure: Cloud services (e.g., AWS, Firebase) will store content
and manage crowdsourced data.

User Guide:

 Installation & Navigation: Easy installation and navigation guide for both platforms.
 Voice Assistant: Instructions on interacting with the app for multilingual voice
assistance.
 AR & Crowdsourcing: Guidance on viewing AR content and contributing user-
generated data.
 Privacy & Data Usage: Information on location tracking and data handling for
crowdsourcing features.

Benefits:

 Enhanced Experience: Real-time, multilingual, AR-enhanced, and crowdsourced

content provides a personalized experience.
 Cost-Effective: The solution reduces infrastructure costs by using mobile devices,
BLE beacons, and open-source tools.
 Scalability: The app can be extended to other heritage sites in Tamil Nadu and
beyond.

Challenges & Risk Mitigation:

 Connectivity Issues: The app will cache data for offline use in areas with poor
connectivity.
 AR Performance on Low-End Devices: The app will be optimized for a range of
 devices.
 Crowdsourced Content Accuracy: A moderation system will ensure the quality of
user-submitted content.

8. Workplan / time schedule indicating the project mile stone

Milestone Time Frame Details

Project Initiation Week 1 Finalizing objectives, and
defining deliverables.
Requirements Gathering & Week 2-3 Research on heritage sites,
Research technologies, and content
collection.
App Design & Prototyping Week 4-5 UI/UX design, app prototype
development, beacon and
AR setup.
AI & Voice Integration Week 6-7 Integrate open-source NLP
and speech-to-text models,
test multilingual support.
Beacon & AR Setup Week 8-9 Deploy BLE beacons at
selected sites and develop
AR content.
Crowdsourcing Features Week 10-11 Implement user-generated
Integration content and feedback
features.
Testing & Refinement Week 12-13 Beta testing of app,
troubleshooting, and refining
features.
Final Testing & Deployment Week 14 Final app testing, integration
of all features, deployment
preparation.
Project Wrap-Up Week 15 Documentation, final
presentation, and project
report.

9. Plan of action of implementation

 Setup Development Environment: Install necessary SDKs and tools for mobile
app development (Android Studio, Xcode), and AR SDKs (ARCore/ARKit).
 Prototype App Design: Design the app’s user interface with easy navigation,
multilingual support, and an intuitive voice assistant interface.
 Beacon Deployment: Choose key heritage sites for beacon placement and set up
BLE devices.
 Integrate AI Models: Deploy open-source NLP models and integrate them into the
app for multilingual voice assistance.
 AR Content Development: Collaborate with historians and local experts to create
AR experiences for each heritage site.
 Crowdsourcing Implementation: Build a system for tourists to submit content
(stories, images) that can be reviewed and added to the app.
  Testing & Optimization: Conduct beta testing with a small group of users to identify
and fix bugs, refine the app’s user experience, and optimize performance for mobile
devices.

10. List of facilities available in the college to develop the prototype of the project

 Computer Labs: Equipped with necessary development software (Android Studio,

Xcode).
 Wi-Fi: High-speed internet for research and cloud testing.
 Audio/Video Equipment: For recording user interactions and testing.
 Mentorship: Access to professors and experts for guidance.

11. Nature of Industry support for the project, (if any)

 Heritage Site Partnerships: Collaboration with local authorities for beacon setup
and content collection.
 AR & AI Expert Guidance: Mentorship from specialists in AR, AI, and mobile
development.

12. Total Cost

The estimated total cost for the project, including technology, hardware, and software, is
Rs. 20,000.

13. Details of Financial assistance required (Limited to Rs 10,000/-)

 BLE Beacons and Sensors: Rs 4,000 for purchasing BLE beacons for installation
at heritage sites.
 AR Development Tools: Rs 2,000 for additional AR content development and
integration tools.
 Cloud Storage & AI Model Hosting: Rs 2,000 for cloud hosting services (e.g.,
AWS Free Tier, Google Cloud Free Tier).
 App Development Software & Tools: Rs 2,000 for acquiring licenses or premium
APIs (if required).
 Miscellaneous: Rs 2,000 for transportation, testing, and other incidental costs.

14. Expected outcomes / results

 Personalized and Immersive Tourist Experience: The app will provide

multilingual, voice-assisted insights, AR views, and crowdsourced content to
enhance the visit to heritage sites.
 Increased Engagement: Tourists will actively interact with the content, contributing
their own stories and experiences.
 Cost-Effective Solution: The solution minimizes the need for expensive
infrastructure, relying on mobile devices, low-cost beacons, and open-source
technologies.
 Scalability: The system can be easily extended to other heritage sites.
 UNDERTAKING

1. ALL the students are studying in final year engineering. All the students are registered
only once for this scheme.
2. The college will provide the basic infrastructure and other required facilities to the
students for timely completion of their projects.
3. The college assumes to undertake the financial and other management
responsibilities of the project. We are aware that the amount is to be utilized only for
the purpose sanctioned i.e. to meet the expenses for developing the prototype and
not for purchase of computer consumables, stationaries, honorarium, overhead etc.
Unutilised balance amount will be returned back to the University after the time of
completion of the project.

EBONICA SALETH V DAYANA S DHARSHINI Y

Name and Sign of Name and Sign of Name and Sign of Name and Sign of
Student 1 Student 2 Student 3 Student 4

Signature of the Mentor Signature and seal of the principal