Development Of Iot Based Assistive System For Stroke Survivors

Hand impairment due to paralysis or aging often reduces grasping strength to just 50% of peak force, severely impacting daily tasks. To address this, an advanced glove has been developed, aiding hand-impaired individuals in flexion, extension, and rehabilitation. Pneumatic actuators, composed of latex rubber tubes within a braided sleeve, respond to air pressure, enabling finger bending (flexion) when pressurized and extension when air is released via solenoid valves. This glove allows users finger control, accessible through voice commands, inbuilt switches, or a mobile app, with customizable pressure and duration settings based on individual impairment conditions. IoT integration facilitates remote patient monitoring, employing Google Assistant for voice control and IFTTT for data exchange. Beneficial for stroke survivors, the elderly, and those with neurological disorders, the glove offers versatility in rehabilitation and grip tasks. It features voice control, cost-effectiveness, thumb and wrist support, and wearability. Challenges include managing pneumatic vibrations and ensuring lightweight comfort.