Table of Contents
- Project Overview
- Features
- Technologies Used
- Use Cases
- System Architecture
- Key Functionalities
- Screenshots/Visuals
- Collaborators
- Future Enhancements
Project Overview
xTend is a comprehensive health emergency management system designed to save lives during the critical “Golden Hour” following a medical emergency. The project includes:
- xTend App: A smartphone application for managing health emergencies.
- xBand: A smart wearable for detecting accidents and health anomalies.
Features
- Accident Detection: Using sensors like gyroscopes and accelerometers.
- Real-Time Health Monitoring: Tracks heart rate and oxygen levels.
- Ambulance Summoning: Automatically dispatches ambulances with the best routes.
- Hospital Prioritization: Suggests hospitals based on condition and proximity.
- Medical Records: Digital storage for easy retrieval by healthcare providers.
- Family Notifications: Alerts family members during emergencies.
Technologies Used
Hardware
- ESP32 Board: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi communication.
- MAX30100: Pulse oximeter sensor.
- MPU6500: Gyroscope and accelerometer.
- Heart Beat Pulse Sensor: For accurate heart rate readings.
Software
- Flutter: Mobile app development.
- Firebase: Backend for data management.
- Arduino IDE: Firmware development for xBand.
Use Cases
- Road Accident Victims: Immediate help for accident cases.
- Elderly Living Alone: Health monitoring and emergency assistance.
- General Health Anomalies: Early detection of serious health issues.
System Architecture
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xBand:
- Hardware sensors to detect emergencies.
- Connects to the xTend app via Bluetooth/Wi-Fi.
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xTend App:
- Cloud-based platform for data synchronization.
- Interfaces with hospitals, ambulance services, and users.
Key Functionalities
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Emergency Detection:
- Sensors monitor conditions like accidents, low oxygen, or abnormal heart rate.
- Triggers an SOS alert in emergencies.
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Medical Records:
- Securely stores treatment history in the cloud.
- Provides instant access to doctors.