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38 articles for “traffic accidents”
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Program on the Knowledge and Practice of Road Traffic Accident Prevention Measures Among Teenagers
Abstract: An investigation to evaluate the impact of a structured educational program on the understanding and implementation of strategies for preventing road traffic accidents among teenagers. Introduction: Accident is an accidental injury, passing or property harm happening in a grouping of occasions. Accidents don't simply occur; they are neglectfulness, indiscretion, carelessness, and flashing absence of focus. Accidents have turned into a significant reason for dismalness and mortality, particularly among the grown-ups …
Published in International Journal of Emergency and Trauma Nursing and Practices · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 29–40 Read article
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Safe Routes to School: Best Practice and their Applicability to Urban Context
Abstract: Safe routes to school (SRTS) programs aim to encourage active transportation for children through enhanced safety, accessibility, and infrastructure within the areas surrounding schools. SRTS has become increasingly popular worldwide as a method of promoting public health, decreasing traffic, and promoting community cohesion. Yet bringing SRTS to urban environments comes with special challenges. Urban locations often have high traffic volumes, inadequate pedestrian facilities, socioeconomic inequities, and variable policy backing that …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 31–35 Read article
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VERONICA: AI-Driven Edge System for Comprehensive Bike Safety and Assistance Through Multi-Source Data Fusion
Abstract: Road safety for bike riders remains a significant concern, with accident rates highlighting the need for advanced solutions to ensure rider protection and awareness. This paper presents “VERONICA: AI-Driven Edge System for Comprehensive Bike Safety and Assistance Through Multi-Source Data Fusion”, a voice-activated, continuously operating assistance system designed to provide real-time, intelligent solutions for various riding scenarios. VERONICA integrates accident detection, low-traffic route navigation, traction control advisories, and weather updates …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 09–17 Read article
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Smart Traffic Management Systems: A Comprehensive Review of Existing Solutions
Abstract: In our nation today, when the number of automobiles keeps growing faster than the resources at our disposal, managing this problem is getting harder, and things get worse when accidents happen. Numerous facets of society are impacted by this issue, such as time wasted, health problems, pollution, traffic accidents, and economic progress. According to this paradigm, individuals can rely on traffic control technologies to reduce traffic and its consequences. We …
Published in International Journal of Optical Innovations & Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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An approach of Computer Vision Methods for Driver’s Drowsiness and Yawn Detection
Abstract: Numerous studies have demonstrated that 4,444 traffic crashes are primarily caused by driver drowsiness. Due to advancements in digital computer systems, tiredness behaviour may now be studied by researchers worldwide. The goal of this project is to increase road safety by preventing accidents caused by sleepy drivers. To view the driver's face, use real-time facial recognition technology. A driver's attentiveness and reaction time may be impacted by weariness, which raises …
Published in International Journal of Optical Innovations & Research · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Implementation of Vehicle Collision Monitor System Using IoT
Abstract: The loss of life in traffic accidents causes terrible problems that have an adverse effect on the socioeconomic advancement of societies. Most developing nations are reporting greater rates of fatalities whenever a crisis arises due to a lack of an efficient mechanism for promptly notifying the emergency services of accidents so that they can begin rescue efforts right away. In addition, the likelihood of survival for every accident victim mostly …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 41–48 Read article
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IoT-Driven Accident Alert and Rescue Management System for Smart Mobility
Abstract: An IoT-enabled vehicle accident detection and rescue system is a modern approach aimed at improving road safety by identifying collisions as they occur and facilitating quick emergency assistance. Traffic accidents remain a major cause of death across the globe, and the lack of timely medical help frequently intensifies the severity of injuries. This system leverages the power of the Internet of Things (IoT) to monitor a vehicle's dynamics and detect …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 01–05 Read article
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A Study to Assess Knowledge Regarding Legal Aspects of Road Safety Among College Students in a Selected College, Kottayam
Abstract: The present study was conducted in Ettumanoorappan College, Ettumanoor, and St. Thomas College, Pala to assess the knowledge regarding legal aspects of road safety among college students. The study aimed to evaluate the level of knowledge concerning legal aspects of road safety among college students and to explore any associations between this knowledge and selected demographic variables. A convenience sampling method was employed to select 202 participants, and data collection …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Safe Travel: Road Accident Analysis, Severity Prediction, and Safe Route Mapping
Abstract: Road accidents pose a significant threat to public health, resulting in millions of injuries and fatalities annually. With an estimated 1.2 million lives lost and 20 to 50 million people injured each year, the escalating trend of traffic accidents demands urgent attention. To address this issue, specialists utilize advanced algorithms such as random forests to analyze historical road crash data, aiming to predict accident hotspots. By identifying patterns and trends …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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Fire Accidents and Mitigation Framework of Electric Vehicles in India
Abstract: Over the past decade, electric vehicles (EVs) have profoundly reshaped the global automotive industry, primarily due to significant advancements in lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery technology. However, the safety implications associated with high-energy Li-ion batteries, particularly the risk of fire, have emerged as a significant concern for EVs. This article focuses on recent developments in EV fire safety, particularly concerning thermal runaway and battery fires in Li-ion batteries. Instances of extreme misuse, …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Driver Drowsiness Detection System
Abstract: One of the main causes of road accidents worldwide in recent years is driver fatigue. Assessing a driver's mood, or how sleepy they are, is a clear approach to gauge their level of exhaustion. Therefore, detecting driver fatigue is very important to save lives and property. The creation of a prototype drowsiness detection system is the aim of this research. The system operates in real time, continuously capturing images and …
Published in International Journal of Optical Innovations & Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 16–21 Read article
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Driver Observation and Automatic Braking System Using Arduino
Abstract: Autonomous braking systems and driver observation are two important developments in car safety technology that are intended to reduce accidents brought on by tired drivers. An eye blink sensor has been incorporated in the device. The sensors recognize an eye blink automatically once the driver starts the engine. This gadget displays the sensor's output so that it may be compared to the Arduino. The eye blink sensor gets a signal …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 28–33 Read article
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Automobile Collision Detection System Using GSM and GPS
Abstract: The accelerometer detects changes in the vehicle’s axis and the GSM module sends an alert message to the phone indicating the location of the event. Advanced technology makes our daily life easier. Because every coin has two sides, technology has both strengths and weaknesses. The development of technology has increased the number of traffic accidents, resulting in numerous deaths. The poor medical facilities that exist in our country exacerbate the …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Production Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 15–19 Read article
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An Evaluation of the Effectiveness of a Self-Instructional Module on First Aid and Safety Measures for School Children (Aged 11–14 years) at PDR VVP Vidyalaya, Loni
Abstract: Background: School children are active youngsters. India is home to nearly 500 million young individuals, with approximately 370 million being children under 15 years old, highlighting their crucial role as the future of the country. Young children often exhibit naughty, defiant, and impulsive behavior. According to the World Health Organization’s Global report, in the South-East Asia Region, road traffic accidents, drowning, burns, and other injuries are leading causes of child …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Automatic Car Controller Based on Sign Board using Deep Learning and IOT
Abstract: The rapid growth of intelligent transportation systems has increased the demand for safer and more efficient driving solutions. Conventional vehicles often rely heavily on human intervention, which can lead to accidents due to negligence, fatigue, or poor visibility of traffic signs. This project proposes an automated car control system that utilizes deep learning and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to recognize traffic signboards and respond accordingly. The primary objective is …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Siren Swift Traffic Solutions
Abstract: The population has increased dramatically as a result of urbanization and industrialization, which has also increased the diversity of cars on the road. The biggest obstacles for emergency vehicles, such as ambulances transporting critical patients, are the resulting traffic jams and congestion. These vehicles are unable to arrive at their destination in time, which results in the loss of life. We propose the SSTCS (Siren Swift Traffic Control System) as …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 34–40 Read article
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V2V Communication Using LiFi
Abstract: The global status report on road safety launched by the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights that the number of annual road traffic deaths has reached 1.35 million. In the USA over 37,000 people die in road crashes each year and an additional 2.35 are injured or disabled. The direct impact of road accidents is loss of life as well as damage to vehicles and property. Accidents might happen due to …
Published in International Journal of Optical Innovations & Research · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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A Review on Automatic Railway Gate Control System
Abstract: Railway transportation is one of the most efficient and widely used modes of transport; however, safety at level crossings remains a critical issue, especially at unmanned or manually operated gates. A significant number of accidents happen as a result of human carelessness, insufficient coordination, and postponed gate operations. To address these issues, the Automatic Railway Gate Control System has been created as a viable solution to improve safety and minimize …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Digilocker Based E-Health Card System
Abstract: Health care system is one of the critical issuesfor developing countries and thus information technology is becoming progressively more important nowadays. The deployment of smart health cards simplifies the prescription process, improves the standard of care given, and facilitates electronic healthcare records management through a coordinated health service process. Using the smart health card patient’s data, doctor’s prescription, patient’s present and former health history is accessible. When an infant is …
Published in Journal of Microcontroller Engineering and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Intelligent Transportation System Avoids Collision by Disseminate the Warning Messages in Vehicular Ad Hoc Network
Abstract: Roads overload leftovers a critical issue while they are invariably increased so as to increase their capacity and enhance their effectiveness. This can be likely to cause many troubles specified ecologically, financially, and socially. The progress of urban traffic management systems, structure and development of roads are solutions to handle this problem and acquire better the performance of the road transmission, but these solutions are high-priced and need extra space …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks Read article