Epileptic seizures significantly impact individuals' safety, independence, and quality of life. Traditional monitoring systems are effective in clinical settings but lack portability for daily use. This project addresses these limitations by developing a wearable device for real-time epileptic seizure detection, enhancing patient safety and bridging the gap between clinical monitoring and everyday management. The low-cost, daily-use prototype improves detection accuracy and minimizes false alarms by strategically placing the device on the back for enhanced stability and sensor performance. The system uses an Arduino Mega microcontroller for control, a gyroscope for motion detection, GPS for location tracking, and GSM for emergency alerts. Each component was individually tested before integration. The device was evaluated for detecting tonic-clonic seizures, verifying audio and SMS alerts, and monitoring performance via a custom mobile app. Field testing over three weeks confirmed its effectiveness, with the buzzer alerting nearby individuals and SMS notifications enabling faster emergency response. The system demonstrated reliable detection of motor seizures with high accuracy and minimal false positives. Future enhancements include miniaturizing the device with a PCB, improving battery life, and integrating EEG monitoring for comprehensive seizure detection.
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