Connected Robotics for Intelligent Surveillance An IOT Approach

The main objective of this work is to design and implement a remote sensing and monitoring system on a mobile robot with obstacle avoidance capability in unreachable area. A simple mobile robot prototype with onboard sensors is constructed for the surveillance of the surrounding environment. Tele-operation of such a mobile robot is a challenging task that requires an efficient interface and reliable real-time robot control to avoid obstacles. The proposed system enables the user to send commands to remote station and receive scanned data and images from the environment through the internet and mobile DTMF signal. The proposed system has hardware and software to obtain the suitable design parameters. Then, real experiments have been achieved to demonstrate the system performance including the tele-operation of mobile robot navigation, IR sensor to avoid obstacles, and real time sensing and monitoring in unreachable area.

Journal of emerging technologies and innovative research, 2021

A telepresence surveillance robot is a remote-controlled, wheeled device with a display to enable video streaming which enable the participants to view remote locations, as if they were there [5]. This virtual surveillance robot allows the user to capture the real-time video even when the robot is in a remote location and displays it on the user's virtual reality (VR) headset. This robot is a wheeled, Bluetooth remote-controlled device with a camera to capture real-time video using Raspberry Pi (RPi) in visual form. The Bluetooth remote controller controls the movement and the direction of the Robot via Arduino. The Livestreamed video can be received on any Smartphone device using the specified IP address by Raspberry Pi.

Presently the surveillance of International border areas is very daunting task. The security forces are patrolling the border in hostile conditions. They are getting help from surveillance cameras already mounted but they cover very limited areas. The cameras already mounted at a fixed position, is not of much use as we cannot change the camera view in real time. Also it is not possible to mount the cameras in the forest areas as the trees obstruct the view of the camera. This paper explains how to design and implement wireless robot which will enable us to control the robot with the help of internet and it will be able to detect the living bodies with the help of PIR sensor. It will help in rescue operation and user can access the video transmitted from the remote area such as the sensitive areas or areas which are beyond our reach. The total system contains mobile robot, controlled with the Internet, which has camera mounted on it and also it has a PIR sensor for detection of living bodies. User will be able to control the robot through internet, thus, providing user with wireless control of robot. Also information regarding the detection of living bodies will also be given to user on the webpage from the PIR sensor and simultaneously user is able access the video transmission from the robot. The camera mounted on the robot is able to move horizontally around its vertical axis and vertically along its vertical axis. Camera movement is controlled through webpage at the user interface, thus, providing user with enhanced view of the surroundings.

Cornell University - arXiv, 2022

Video surveillance systems are increasingly used in different fields, from the domestic to the commercial environment. Current systems are being improved and complemented with new elements and functionalities. This paper proposes the design of a video surveillance robot based on Raspberry Pi with the abilities to perform tasks of motion detection, send video on real time, fire detection and also, the possibility of control it remotely from the Internet. In order to check the information received from the robot, as well as the video sent, a client application has been developed to any device with an Internet connection. In addition to this, in order to protect the information obtained by the robot, a secure system is proposed, which uses different security mechanisms to achieve this goal.

International Journal for Research in Applied Science & Engineering Technology (IJRASET), 2021

These days a new field has emerged known as IoRT which is a combination of IOT and Robotics and known as Internet of Robotic Things. Through IORT, intelligent devices can monitor events, fuse sensor data from a variety of sources, use local and distributed intelligence to determine a best course of action, and then act to control or manipulate objects in the physical world and physically moving through that world. This paper mainly focuses on application of IoRT as a surveillance robot with audio and video features in the domain of security.

IRJET, 2023

The field of robotization and robotics is a extensively used discipline in the manufacturing assiduity. It's substantially used to meet the requirements of colorful diligence similar as food and libation, healthcare, and home entertainment. This design proposes developing a robotic vehicle that can be operated ever using an Android app. The proposed robot can be equipped with a camera and wireless connectivity to transmit real-time videotape and images. It can be used for surveillance in war zones. Wi-Fi is a fairly new technology, and its practical and growth eventuality are immense. The app for Android can be used to connect with the security system and give a GUI that the stoner can use. The system will also respond to the stoner's commands. The device is equipped with a stir sensor and a camera.

3rd International Conference on Artificial Intelligence: Advances and Applications , 2022

Robot technology is everywhere from health to retail. It is very rare to see the use of robots in developing countries. It is also a big task for companies to hire staffs for the purpose of monitoring as it requires to work especially in the night. It is also dangers for human. It is a good idea to have some robots for the purpose of monitoring. This paper focuses on the development of surveillance mobile robot using an Arduino board, an ESP32 board and a Raspberry PI system. The robot is a proof of concept of possible robotic application in warehouses where monitoring technologies need to be embedded in the system. In this context, the device is equipped with a servo motor and an on-board camera. The enduser can monitor the robot remotely by wirelessly controlling the position of the servo (i.e. the camera). The camera module is controlled by the Raspberry PI and incorporate a motion detection system which provides an alarm and capture the image frame as soon as the motion is detected. Finally, the image is sent to the end-user. A set of preliminary test of the system has been performed in order to proof the reliability of the proposed prototype.

2023

This comprehensive report unveils a ground-breaking design and implementation of an exceptional Long-Distance Surveillance Robot, ingeniously harnessing the power of Internet of Things (IoT) and seamlessly integrating it with the innovative Blynk platform. By combining cutting-edge technologies, this advanced robot showcases a remarkable array of features and functionalities that redefine the possibilities of remote surveillance. At its core, the robot is equipped with the NodeMCU ESP8266, a highly efficient wireless communication and control module, which serves as the backbone of the system. This intelligent module seamlessly connects the robot to the internet, enabling remote access and control from anywhere in the world. Accompanying the NodeMCU is the ESP32-CAM module, a sophisticated camera unit that captures high-quality video streams with exceptional clarity and detail. Together, these modules form a powerful duo, ensuring reliable communication and real-time visual feedback. To enhance manoeuvrability, the robot incorporates a motor driver circuit featuring the L298N module. This module provides precise control over the robot's movements, allowing it to navigate in various directions, including forward, backward, left, and right. Whether it's traversing challenging terrains or exploring confined spaces, this intelligent robot effortlessly adapts to its surroundings, thanks to the exceptional motor control capabilities facilitated by the L298N module. To provide users with a seamless and intuitive experience, the Blynk platform takes center stage. Through the Blynk mobile application, users gain unprecedented control over the robot's actions. They can remotely navigate the robot, commanding it to move, change directions, and explore different areas. Simultaneously, the live video feed from the robot's camera is streamed directly to the application, offering users a real-time visual perspective of the robot's surroundings. The Blynk platform's user-friendly interface empowers both technical and non-technical users to effortlessly interact with the robot, making remote surveillance an accessible and immersive experience for everyone. This pioneering implementation sets new standards in long-distance surveillance robotics, offering users unprecedented control and an immersive visual experience that surpasses all expectations. With its seamless integration of IoT technologies, the fusion of the NodeMCU ESP8266, ESP32-CAM module, and the motor driver circuit, coupled with the intuitive Blynk platform, this Long-Distance Surveillance Robot represents a transformative leap in the realm of remote surveillance, opening up a world of possibilities for various applications, ranging from security and monitoring to exploration and research. Keywords - NodeMCU ESP8266, ESP32-CAM module, Surveillance, motor driver module L298N, Blynk IoT

We propose a cost-effective four-wheeled surveillance robot using an Arduino UNO microcontroller and a smartphone running the Android Operating System. Surveillance robots typically consist of a video camera, a GPS module, and GSM radios. Android smartphones come with excellent hardware satisfying the above needs. This can be leveraged and used to advantage through APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) provided for the Android operating system. Moreover, the cost for building said robot using a smartphone is mitigated to a great extent. The robot can be controlled remotely from a PC using the internet and a microcontroller-smart phone interface residing on the robot. To capture and archive the real time video from the robot, the inbuilt camera input of the phone is utilized. The robot can be controlled based on visual feedback from the same smart phone. Four motors help achieve a zero turning radius. The camera is attached to a stepper motor which makes it feasible to capture the scene or object of interest. The captured video can be enhanced and made intelligible using further image processing on the remote PC thereby eliminating the need for extra DSP hardware on the robot.

International Journal for Research in Applied Science & Engineering Technology (IJRASET), 2022

Remote surveillance of our house, as well as office areas, has become an important aspect. Human surveillance is achieved by moving (troop or equipment) personnel near sensitive areas to constantly monitor the area. But humans have their limitations, and deployment in inaccessible places is always impossible. We have developed a robot that can be used for video surveillance & monitoring which can be controlled through a GUI. Using this project, we put forward a surveillance robot with an Interface Board of the Raspberry Pi and Software to fulfill Real Time requirements. The Raspberry Pi Robot has a personalized digital device with peripherals such as Raspberry PI, LED lights, a Personalized Camera, Speaker for text to voice conversion and security or threat alarms, a range sensor, etc. The base controller of the robot will be the Raspberry Pi 3. A webcam attached to the Pi monitors the area with Live Streaming. The live streaming ability of the Pi allows the camera feed to be analyzed from any location using the internet. For detecting the obstacles we had used an ultrasonic range sensor along with it to give commands or pass on messages we have installed a speaker which will convert text to voice which is an E-speak technique. With such a system, every user will feel more safe, secure, and sheltered while they're not at their place of residence or when they've left their kids and geriatric alone at home.