Hyderabad: The Secunderabad-based MCEME has developed a device that will not allow a car to start if the driver is drunk. Military graduates linked the vehicle ignition system to an alcohol sensor.
The sensor detects alcohol in the driver’s breath and generates a signal to the micro controller which prevents the car from starting. If the engine is already running, the controller switches it off. The vehicle will not move till the driver clears the sensor. The device also sends An SMS alert is sent to a pre-fed number and will also mention the location of the vehicle, a military official explained.
The device was developed by Capt. Kshitij Mishra, Capt. Ranjeet Bhambhu and Capt. Karan Goswami under the supervision of Assistant Professor M. Priyadarshini of the degree engineering course of the Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering.
“Drunken driving is a great menace as it endangers the safety of the person driving as well as other commuters on the road. Breath analysers have been instrumental in identifying such culprits but they are unable to stop them from driving in the first place,” the innovators said.
After due deliberations, they realised that they would need a system that would link the alcohol sensor to the ignition system of the vehicle and kill the engine of the driver was drunk. The device comprising the alcohol sensor, micro controller and software costs Rs 36,801.
Another team comprising Capt. Sahil Dua, Capt. K.P. Rajil Premrajan and Capt. Siddant Dixit under the supervision of Assistant Professor C.S. Kudarihal developed a ‘snakebot’ which will help defence forces in real-time surveillance in counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism and rescuemissions.
Taking inspiration from snakes which slither into narrow crevices with ease, the wireless robot has a long range, low weight, longer power pack, enhanced manoeuvrability. It also has night vision capabilities and provides live audio and video feets. The MCEME has also developed a biometric access system, electronic switch gear, solar mobile charger, irrigation system and other innovations for public use.
