Publication Type : Conference Proceedings
Publisher : IEEE
Source : 2025 International Conference on Robotics and Mechatronics (ICRM)
Url : https://doi.org/10.1109/icrm66809.2025.11349014
Campus : Chennai
School : School of Engineering
Department : Mechanical Engineering
Year : 2025
Abstract : This paper details the design and development of a SLAM-based real-time obstacle avoidance autonomous smart walker. The system is to be used by mobility-impaired and elderly users and utilizes a Raspberry Pi 4, RealSense RGB-D camera, force-torque sensing, and ultrasonic sensors on a differential drive. RTAB-Map is used for mapping and localization, and shared control is facilitated for integration with user autonomy. Real-world indoor testing was performed on the prototype with demonstration of stable consistent navigation and clear detection of user intent. Its simplicity and low cost highlight its potential to deliver daily mobility to those who require it. Integrating scalable and open-source technology, this work represents a major step towards making more practical and accessible intelligent mobility aids available for wider use. © 2025 IEEE.
Cite this Research Publication : Pranav A Kamath, Kagitala Lakshmi Ramani Reddy, S.T. Thunhaal, B Arjunan, Piyush Pratap Singh, Human-Centric, Low-Cost Smart Mobility Aid for Elderly and Differently-Abled Individuals in Assisted Living Environments, 2025 International Conference on Robotics and Mechatronics (ICRM), IEEE, 2025, https://doi.org/10.1109/icrm66809.2025.11349014
