Smart Life Safety Jacket For Rescuers
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https://doi.org/10.18485/ijdrm.2025.7.1.21Keywords:
Smart Life Safety Jacket, Internet of Things, GPS, sensors, ESP-32 microcontroller, resultsAbstract
Smart Life safety jackets have been widely used in flood rescue operations for many years. However, most of these jackets are outdated and lack integration with modern technology. Due to this, rescuers often encounter several operational challenges. Therefore, the implementation of advanced technology in the design of life safety jackets has been considered necessary for improving disaster response efficiency. The primary objective of this study is to develop a bright life safety jacket that incorporates modern technologies, including the Internet of Things (IoT), wireless sensor networks, GPS, and oxygen level monitoring. Real-time condition tracking, including rescue time, has also been set as a significant focus of this research. A design-based methodology has been adopted to integrate multiple advanced technologies into the bright jacket. Key components include IoT modules, sensors, GPS, wireless communication networks, and user interaction systems. Various technical and usability aspects have been explored through literature reviews and feasibility studies conducted during different stages of the research. Through this study, a bright life safety jacket has been proposed that is equipped with modern features intended to enhance rescue operations. Key functionalities, including GPS tracking, oxygen level detection, wireless sensor networks, and real-time communication through IoT platforms, have been incorporated to enhance coordination between rescuers and control rooms. The proposed clever life safety jacket design offers several advantages, including enhanced situational awareness and reduced risk of injury. By using modern sensor and cloud technologies, the safety and efficiency of both rescuers and victims during flood emergencies are expected to be significantly enhanced.
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