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Alcohol Detection & Engine Locking with GPS

1Sarvesh Dubey, 2Saurabh Yadav, 3Aadarsh Singh, 4Suraj Gupta, 5Yayati Shinde

1,2,3,4 B.E student at Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
5Asstt. Prof. Mechanical Engg dept., Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, Navi Mumbai,

Maharashtra, India
1,2,3,4 Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Engineering, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

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Abstract - This research presents the design and providing exact location. The system allow for automatic
implementation of an integrated safety system for vehicles sensing of alcohol in breathe we also use a motor to
aimed at enhancing road safety, deterring impaired driving, demonstrate as a vehicle. We use a GPS module with GSM
mitigating rash driving behaviors, and preventing vehicle Sim 800l to send SMS message to the concerned person in
theft. The system incorporates multiple features, including case alcohol is detected the system consists of an Arduino
alcohol detection, rash driving detection, anti-theft uno along with MQ3 alcohol sensor for detection and GSM,
measures, GPS tracking, and alerting/notification systems. GPS module for notification. When the system detects the
The alcohol detection component utilizes an MQ3 sensor to presence of alcohol in the vehicle its immediately locks the
accurately measure alcohol concentration in the driver's engine of the vehicle.
breath. When the concentration exceeds predefined
thresholds, the system triggers appropriate responses, II. LITERATURE SURVEY
including engine immobilization and alerts. Rash driving
behaviors are detected using accelerometers and The first paper outlines an alcohol detection system for
gyroscopes, which analyze vehicle motion data in real-time. vehicles, employing alcohol sensors alongside GPS and
Instances of aggressive driving, such as sudden acceleration, GSM modules [1].
harsh braking, and sharp turns, prompt the system to Another paper explores a smart helmet system,
activate alarms and notify the driver. An engine locking integrating alcohol detection for enhanced vehicle safety
mechanism immobilizes the vehicle's engine in response to [3].
detected alcohol presence or rash driving behaviors, A separate study introduces techniques like alcohol
enhancing safety and preventing further operation of the detection, heart rate monitoring, and personal
vehicle. Anti-theft measures, including motion sensors and identification to mitigate accidents [4].
immobilizers, detect unauthorized access or tampering with Instead of Arduino, the project employs the
the vehicle and trigger alarms and notifications to deter 16F877A microcontroller [5].
theft attempts. GPS tracking enables real-time monitoring of Furthermore, one paper delves into driver behavior
the vehicle's location and transmission of location data to analysis, safety applications, and anti-theft measures [6].
designated contacts or authorities in emergencies, accidents, Another study proposes an accident vehicle
or theft incidents. The system's alerting and notification detection system utilizing image processing [8].
system ensures timely warnings to the driver and relevant Additionally, researchers discuss body area sensing
stakeholders regarding detected safety threats, facilitating and alcohol detection mechanisms in a different paper
quick responses and mitigating risks. [9].

Keywords- Arduino Uno, alcohol detector, MQ3, LCD, Our paper focuses on an alcohol detection system for
Buzzer, Motor, GPS, GSM, ESP32 cam, Anti-theft. vehicles utilizing an MQ3 alcohol sensor and an Arduino-
powered buzzer with GSM and GPS for location
I. INTRODUCTION transmission and also have adxl rash driving sensor for
rash driving detection, anti-theft detection. All this alert
Drinking and driving is a major cause of road will be received on telegram bot and picture will s=be
accidents. However, effective monitoring of drunken sent through ESP CAM to bot.
driving is challenging for the policeman and road safety
officers. Drunk driving is one of the major reason behind PROBLEM STATEMENT
road accident worldwide. In all of the road accident cases
worldwide drivers have been observed to have access Driving under the influence of alcohol is a leading cause of
alcohol content in their blood. The system introduced by road accidents and fatalities globally. According to the
us aims at reducing the road accident in future due to World Health Organization (WHO), alcohol-related
drink and drive. This paper presents the progress in using accidents account for a significant portion of road traffic
the alcohol detection and engine locking system through deaths worldwide. In addition to alcohol consumption,
using Arduino uno connected to GSM and GPS for reckless driving behavior such as speeding, harsh
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acceleration, and abrupt braking also contributes to road MEMS:- If rash driving is detected it notifies the user and
accidents. alarm beeps.

PROPOSED SYSTEM 1. ARDUINO UNO

The proposed system consists of various hardware The Arduino Uno is a popular microcontroller board
components integrated with an Arduino Uno board. These based on the ATmega328P processor. It's widely used in
components include an MQ3 alcohol sensor for alcohol the maker and hobbyist communities for prototyping and
detection, various sensors for rash driving detection (such creating various electronic projects. The Uno board
as accelerometers and gyroscopes), an engine locking features digital input/output pins, analog inputs, PWM
mechanism, anti-theft sensors, a GPS module for location outputs, UART communication, SPI communication, and
tracking, and a GSM SIM module for communication. I2C communication. It's relatively easy to use and
program, making it an excellent choice for beginners and
III. HARDWARE MODULES experienced developers alike. Additionally, the Arduino
IDE (Integrated Development Environment) provides a
user-friendly platform for writing, compiling, and
uploading code to the Uno board.

Figure 2. Arduino Board

FEATURES
Microcontroller ATmega328
Figure1. Hardware Modules Operating Voltage 5V
The entire system adopted the Arduino uno board, the Input Voltage 7-12V Input
principle of the hardware chart as shown in fig1. The core Voltage (limits) 6-20V
functions modules are Arduino uno alcohol sensor module Digital I/O Pins 14
(MQ3), LCD display, buzzer, GPS module, GSM modem, key Analog Input Pins 6
detection, MEMS (Ras Driving sensor). DC Current per I/O Pin 40 mA
ARDUINO: - The arduino board is the central unit of the DC Current for 3.3V Pin 50 mA
model. The rest of the components are linked to the board Flash Memory 32 KB (ATmega328)
and programmed as per their functionality to operate in SRAM 2 KB (ATmega328)
synchronization. EEPROM 1 KB (ATmega328)
Clock Speed 16 MHz
ALCOHOL SENSOR : - It is used to detect the alcohol. The
analog output of which is applied to the arduino board. 2. ALCOHOL SENSOR (MQ3)
LCD:- If alcohol is sensed or found it displays the message
The MQ3 alcohol sensor operates based on the principle of
indicating alcohol detected .
detecting the concentration of alcohol vapor in the air. This
GPS:- If alcohol or any other sensor detected any changes it sensor provides an analog output corresponding to the
gives the current location of the vehicle. alcohol concentration, which is then processed by the
Arduino Uno board. The system calibrates the sensor and
GSM:- It provide network to the entire system and helps to adjusts its sensitivity to ensure accurate detection of
send the sms to the user’s phone. alcohol levels. When the alcohol concentration exceeds a
predefined threshold, the system triggers an alarm and
Key detection:- It is a lock based sensor which helps to sends notifications to the driver and designated contacts
demonstrate the anti-theft functionality of this model. via the GSM SIM module.

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Figure 3. Alcohol Sensor Figure 5. LCD Display

3. GPS 5. GSM MODEM (Sim 800l)

The GPS module enables real-time tracking of the vehicle's The SIM800L module can send and receive SMS
location. Location data is transmitted to the GSM SIM messages. It's commonly used in applications where text-
module, which can send this information to designated based communication is needed, such as remote
contacts or authorities in case of emergencies or monitoring systems, security systems, and notification
suspicious activity. This feature enhances vehicle security systems. The SIM800L is a highly integrated GSM/GPRS
and facilitates quick response in critical situations. module that provides voice, SMS, and data
communication capabilities for embedded systems. It is
widely used in applications such as remote monitoring,
asset tracking, and vehicle tracking systems.

Specification
Supply voltage: 3.8V - 4.2V
Recommended supply voltage: 4V
Power consumption:
sleep mode < 2.0mA
idle mode < 7.0mA
GSM transmission (avg): 350 mA
GSM transmission (peek): 2000mA
Module size: 25 x 23 mm
Interface: UART (max. 2.8V) and AT commands
Figure 4. GSM Module SIM card socket: microSIM (bottom side)
Status signaling: LED
4. LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY Working temperature range: -40 do + 85 ° C

LCD screen is the electronic display module and have a

wide ranges of applications. A 16*2 LCD display is very
basic module and it is very commonly use in various
devices and circuit. LCD modules preferred to seven
segments and other multi segments LEDs. The reason
being: LCDs are economical; easily programmable; have no
limitation of displaying special and even custom characters
(unlike in 7 segments), animations and so on. A 16*2 LCD
means it can display 16 characters per line and there are 2
such lines. In this LCD each character is shown in 5*7 pixel
framework. It consists of 2 registers, one is command and
other one is data.
Figure 6. GSM Sim (800 L)

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6. RASH DRIVING (ADXL 335)

The ADXL335 is a three-axis accelerometer sensor

developed by Analog Devices, renowned for its versatility
and reliability in motion sensing applications. Offering
precise measurements of acceleration along the X, Y, and Z
axes, this sensor provides analog voltage outputs
proportional to the detected acceleration. With its wide
measurement range of up to ±3 g, the ADXL335 can
capture both subtle movements and high-acceleration
events, making it suitable for various applications
requiring motion detection and orientation monitoring.
One of the key advantages of the ADXL335 is its low power
consumption, making it ideal for battery-operated devices Figure 8. Alarm
and applications where energy efficiency is critical.
Furthermore, its compact size and surface-mount package IV. SYSTEM FLOW CHART
allow for easy integration into electronic systems with
limited space constraints.

Figure 7. Adxl 335

7. ALARM

The PS series buzzer is a type of electronic acoustic

transducer that converts electrical signals into audible
sound. These buzzers are commonly used in various
electronic devices and systems to provide audible alerts,
notifications, or alarms. The PS series buzzers typically
feature a compact design, low power consumption, and
easy integration into circuitry, making them suitable for a
wide range of applications.

ADVANTAGES

1. To prevent Road accidents.

2. Increases road safety.
3. Easy and efficient to test the alcohol content in the body.
4. Quick and accurate results.
5. Helpful for police and provides and automatic safety
systems for cars and other vehicles as well.

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V. RESULTS & DISCUSSION This system has Arduino uno as microcontroller which
controls all the functions of the system. First we need
to supply power to the system through adapter which
gives the supply to Arduino board through bridge
rectifier then the system scans for alcohol presence if
found it beeps and sends the sms to the user and with
the help of GPS module it also send the location to the
user with the help of GSM Sim modem 800l. after that
we need to reset the system by pressing the reset
button on the Arduino. After that with the help of lock
key one can detect the anti theft system if we turn on
the key the system will consider it as theft and it will
send the location, alert and the picture of that
particular time then again we need to reset the sysem.
We can now check tha Adxl 335 (Rash driving ) of the
vehicle if found it will send the notification and alert
with picture to the user. The system can be turn off
wirelessly with the help of sending sms code’s which is
already been transmitted into the Arduino with the
help of code. So the system provide all round support
Figure 9. Hardware Settup
in almost every situation. The system gives correct
output during the test and cleared the required test
within time period.

VI. CONCLUSION

We have provided a very effective solution to develop

an intelligent system for vehicles that can detect
alcohol. It is possible to hide the sensor from the
suspects since it has a fine sensitivity range of 1
meters. The system has an advantage of small volume
and reliability. Advances in public safety are gaining
acceptance due to the growing public perception that
vehicle safety is more important. The future scope of
Figure 10. Output the system is to control accidents caused by alcohol
consumption. The safety of humans is improved by
this system. Providing the effective development in the
automobile industry to reduce the accidents caused by
alcohol.

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