Automated Smart Assistant for a Paralysed Person”,

Abstract

There are many people around the world who suffer from paralysis. Their physical limitations cause them to encounter severe hurdles in accomplishing day to day chores. Our project particularly addresses the problem of communication and focuses on assisting patients having completely paralyzed limbs (legs and arms) but can speak normally. It is difficult for a paralyzed person to use typical communicating means (mobile phones etc) due to his/her physical restraints in the absence of another person. Relaying messages or calling via a phone is an almost impossible task for such patients. To counter this, a caretaker has to be present at all times for the patient to communicate effectively. Moreover, the patient is entirely dependent on others to fulfil his/her needs like switching appliances around him. Such problems can be addressed by a stand alone, effective & a reliable module that a paralyzed patient can use despite his/her physical restraints.