Development of a Smart Stretcher with Arduino Based Automation for Enhanced Patient Transport

Abstract: The objectiveoftheresearchistobuildaremote-controlstretcherusingan arduinowhichismountedwithanexplosive.Thecar is controlled by using a mobile app. The connection is patched using the bluetoothfrom mobile with HC05 bluetooth module connected to the arduino.The device is made versatile such that it is able to move every direction. The device boasts its versatility in moving freely and at respectable speedin allterrains with minor changes in parts. The device ismade for free movement by boring the thought of variousobstacles in various terrain and effects of weather changes. The device’s main task is to rescue the injured soldier whose vital signsare down or hit by devising a route to the patient and returning inthe sameroute avoiding all obstacles.The deviceis mainly operated by using the L293D shield whichis a motor driver used to drive two motors operating the directions of the stretcher. The device moves as per the instructions given by mobile through the bluetooth module. The deviceiswirelesslyconnectedwiththehelpof bluetoothwhich evenhelpsinlongrangecommunication.Thistacticallifesavercan be used in rescue and save a soldier’s life without risking or involving other soldier’s life. This device can also be used in hospital ambulance services to transport emergency patients to the correct ICU ward faster and correctly than humans. The device detects which ICU ward is not occupiedwithapatientandfollowstheroutesettotheward. Thistacticallifesavergreatlyhelps soldierstogetout ofapinchsituationwithvery less risk by involving very less involvement.