Design and Implementation of a Smart Safety Helmet for Mining Workers

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10.2991/978-94-6463-866-0_14How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Coal Mining Safety; IoT; Real-Time Monitoring; Smart Helmet; Hazard Detection; Emergency Response; Worker Protection

Abstract

Coal miners encounter significant dangers because of the challenging conditions they face underground, necessitating strong safety protocols. This endeavour introduces a Smart Safety Helmet powered by IoT, with Arduino serving as the primary controller, designed for instant monitoring and emergency notifications. The setup combines an infrared sensor for identifying the helmet’s presence, an inertial measurement unit sensor for detecting falls, a gas sensor for recognising dangerous gases, and a DHT11 sensor for assessing temperature and humidity levels. A GPS module provides accurate location tracking, facilitating swift rescue operations. The helmet features an alert system that includes a buzzer and an emergency button, which triggers a solenoid valve to dispense oxygen. For its communication capabilities, the system employs ESP8266-based IoT connectivity that interfaces with ThingSpeak for cloud data updates, Bluetooth for auditory notifications, and LoRa for long-distance communication back to a centralised control centre. The helmet underwent evaluations in a controlled setting to measure sensor efficiency, dependability of data transmission, and responsiveness in emergencies. The findings indicated that it effectively detected hazards, provided timely warnings, and maintained dependable communication. The emergency button reliably initiated oxygen release, proving to be beneficial in critical incidents. In summary, the Smart Safety Helmet considerably improves the safety of coal miners through ongoing surveillance, prompt notifications, and proactive measures. The combination of various sensors and communication methods guarantees real-time hazard management and quick reactions, diminishing the likelihood of workplace incidents in perilous situations.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - M. Anitha Mary
AU  - C. Swetha
AU  - S. Sanjana
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/10/31
TI  - Design and Implementation of a Smart Safety Helmet for Mining Workers
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Intelligent Systems and Digital Transformation (ICISD 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 137
EP  - 151
SN  - 2589-4919
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-866-0_14
DO  - 10.2991/978-94-6463-866-0_14
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