CareConnect: Voice-Interactive Assistive Wearable with Real-Time Tracking

Abstract

The project “CareConnect: Voice-Interactive Assistive Wearable with Real-Time Tracking” focuses on developing a smart, portable, and affordable assistive device for individuals with visual and speech impairments. The system integrates an ultrasonic sensor for obstacle detection, a GPS module for real-time tracking, and a voice module for audio guidance and communication. A microcontroller (Arduino/ESP32) processes sensor data and coordinates communication through Wi-Fi or GSM connectivity .The device provides essential features such as navigation assistance, voice feedback, and emergency alerts, thereby enhancing user mobility, safety, and independence. With its compact design and reliable performance, CareConnect offers a practical step toward inclusive, technology-driven accessibility for differently-abled individuals.

Introduction

The CareConnect wearable device is designed to assist visually and speech-impaired individuals by integrating real-time location tracking, obstacle detection, and voice-based interaction. Leveraging microcontroller-based technology and IoT, the device combines multiple functionalities—ultrasonic sensors for obstacle detection, GPS for location tracking, voice modules for communication, and mobile app connectivity—into a compact, user-friendly wearable.

The methodology involves hardware selection (Arduino/ESP32, sensors, GPS, GSM), software development (voice recognition, tracking, alerts), system integration, and thorough testing for functionality, usability, and reliability. The device allows users to navigate safely, communicate efficiently, and send emergency alerts to caregivers, enhancing independence, safety, and social inclusion.

Conclusion

The CareConnect: Voice-Interactive Assistive Wearable with Real-Time Tracking project successfully demonstrates an innovative approach to assist individuals with visual and speech impairments. By integrating ultrasonic sensors, GPS, voice modules, and microcontrollers, the system provides navigation support, alternative communication methods, and real-time tracking within a single wearable device. CareConnect represents a meaningful step toward inclusive technology — enhancing independence, confidence, and quality of life for individuals with visual and speech impairments.

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Copyright

Copyright © 2025 Dnyaneshwari Daware, Gayatri Kadam, Sakshi Nehe. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.