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Smart Helmet for Drunk Driving Prevention

The document outlines the design of a smart helmet system using Raspberry Pi to prevent drunk driving by detecting alcohol consumption and ensuring the helmet is worn before allowing vehicle ignition. It includes components such as an MQ-3 alcohol sensor, IR sensor, and relay module, and operates by disabling ignition and triggering alerts if safety conditions are not met. The system enhances rider safety and allows for real-time monitoring through a Flask dashboard.

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Smart Helmet for Drunk Driving Prevention

The document outlines the design of a smart helmet system using Raspberry Pi to prevent drunk driving by detecting alcohol consumption and ensuring the helmet is worn before allowing vehicle ignition. It includes components such as an MQ-3 alcohol sensor, IR sensor, and relay module, and operates by disabling ignition and triggering alerts if safety conditions are not met. The system enhances rider safety and allows for real-time monitoring through a Flask dashboard.

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Smart Helmet for Drunk and Drive Prevention

Objective:

To design a smart helmet system using Raspberry Pi that detects alcohol consumption, ensures the

helmet is worn, and prevents vehicle ignition if safety conditions are not met.

Components Used:

1. Raspberry Pi 3/4

2. MQ-3 Alcohol Sensor (via MCP3008 ADC)

3. IR Sensor or Pressure Switch

4. Relay Module (5V)

5. Buzzer

6. LEDs

7. MCP3008 ADC (to read analog values)

8. Optional: GSM Module, Vibration Sensor, Pi Camera

Working Principle:

1. The system checks if the helmet is worn using an IR sensor.

2. It then reads the alcohol level using the MQ-3 sensor via MCP3008.

3. If the rider is not drunk and the helmet is worn, the ignition relay is enabled.

4. If alcohol is detected or helmet is not worn, ignition is disabled and a buzzer alert is triggered.

5. Optional modules like GSM and MPU6050 can be used for accident alert and messaging.

Software and Libraries:

- Raspbian OS
- Python 3

- Libraries: [Link], spidev, time, os

Applications:

- Prevents drunk driving

- Enhances rider safety

- Real-time monitoring possible with Flask dashboard

Conclusion:

This embedded system project effectively uses sensors and Raspberry Pi to create a reliable safety

system that ensures only sober and helmeted riders can start their vehicles.

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