TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. PROBLEM STATEMENT 1

2. INTRODUCTION 2

3. LITERATURE SURVEY 3

4. OBJECTIVE/S 4

5. METHODOLOGY OF WORK 5

6. BENEFITS / APPLICATIONS 8

7. REFERENCES 10
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PROBLEM STATEMENT
Collisions at high speeds pose significant risks to drivers, as standard in-car safety systems may
fail to provide sufficient protection. In many cases, drivers remain trapped within the vehicle,
increasing the likelihood of severe injury or death. Current advancements in self-driving cars and
automated emergency braking systems aim to prevent accidents, but there remains a need for a
backup system to protect drivers when prevention fails.

The proposed system uses a sonar sensor to detect imminent collisions by assessing obstacle
proximity and vehicle speed. If a high-risk collision is likely, it activates an automated ejection
system that propels the driver out and deploys a parachute for a safe landing.

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INTRODUCTION
As vehicular technologies advance, the focus on safety systems has intensified. Over the past few
decades, automotive manufacturers have equipped vehicles with features like airbags, crumple
zones, and anti-lock braking systems (ABS) to reduce the risk of injury during collisions. Despite
these improvements, statistics from road safety organizations reveal that severe car accidents
often lead to fatalities, particularly in high-speed crashes where traditional safety systems reach
their limits. The need for advanced protective measures is paramount, especially in situations
where collisions are unavoidable.

Our proposed Rocket-Assisted Car Driver Seat Ejection System aims to fill the gap left by
traditional automotive safety systems. Inspired by ejection mechanisms used in fighter aircraft,
the concept involves physically removing the driver from the vehicle in extreme crash scenarios,
ensuring their safety via rapid ejection and controlled descent with a parachute. While the
technology used in aircraft ejection seats is highly complex and expensive, our project seeks to
explore the feasibility of such a system in a more affordable and simplified form, implemented
on a small, Bluetooth-controlled robotic car.

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LITERATURE REVIEW
Title: An accident detection technique using inertial measurement unit and odometry

Author: Korrakot Surakul; Sucha Smanchat

Published in:2016,IEEE

Description: This method combines IMU data with odometry to detect accidents. IMUs measure
acceleration and orientation, which help in identifying sudden impacts or abrupt movements
indicative of an accident. The system sends accident coordinates over a cellular network.

Title: An IoT Based Accident Detection System

Author: Arif Shaik; Natalie Bowen; Jennifer Bole; Gary Kunzi; Daniel Bruce; Ahmed
Abdelgawad

Published in:2018,IEEE

Description: The Internet of Things (IoT) can improve vehicle safety by automatically detecting
accidents and alerting emergency services. Using sensors like accelerometers and GPS, a car can
send data to the cloud, including accident severity and location. This allows ambulances to
quickly reach the scene, reducing response time and potentially saving lives. The system can also
notify subscribed contacts, enhancing communication and safety.

Title High Precision Positioning and Accident Detection System for Vehicles in Traffic
Tunnel

Author:Fuzhu Fang; Zhizhong Ding

Published in:2019,IEEE

Description: High-precision vehicle positioning in traffic tunnels is critical for autonomous

driving, especially where GNSS signals are unavailable. To address this, a positioning system
using IEEE 802.15.4-2011 UWB technology was developed, offering centimeter-level accuracy.
The system faces challenges like limited transmission range in long tunnels and reduced capacity
for high-speed vehicles. Additionally, the system includes accident detection functionality,
addressing the lack of surveillance in remote tunnels. The paper presents the system design, key
technologies, and test results.

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OBJECTIVES
 To continuously monitor the environment in front of the vehicle to detect obstacles or
other vehicles.
 Real-time assessment of the vehicle's speed to evaluate the severity of a potential
collision.
 A MOSFET-controlled detonator charge that propels the driver’s seat out of the car,
simulating an emergency ejection.
 Parachute deployment to ensure the driver’s seat lands safely after ejection.

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METHODOLOGY
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
1. ATmega328P Microcontroller
2. HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Sonar Sensor
3. MOSFET for ejection control
4. Bluetooth module(HC-05)
5. Ejection mechanism and Parachute system
6. Power suppy

SOFTWARE DESCRIPTION

1.Arduino IDE: Used to write, upload and debug the code running on the Arduino.

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BLOCK DIAGRAM

SONAR

BLUETOOH MOSFET
MODULE MODULE

MOTOR MICRO

CONTROLLER DETONATO R
DRIVER

MOTORS EXPLOSIVE
CHARGE

BATTERY

Fig.Block diagram of Rocket Assited Car Driver Ejection.

The project aims to develop a Rocket-Assisted Car Driver Seat Ejection System, designed to
protect the driver during unavoidable collisions by ejecting the driver’s seat from the vehicle
using a detonator charge and deploying a parachute for a safe descent. The system integrates
realtime collision detection, speed analysis, and automated decision-making to initiate the
ejection process. To achieve this, the system is divided into four main phases:

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1. Collision Detection:
A sonar sensor continuously monitors the road ahead for obstacles or other vehicles. The
distance between the car and the obstacle is calculated, and the data is fed into the
microcontroller.

2. Speed Analysis:

The car’s speed is monitored using a speed sensor (e.g., an encoder or hall-effect sensor). The
microcontroller compares the car's speed with the distance of the detected obstacle to evaluate if
a collision is imminent.

3. Decision Making:
If the sonar sensor detects an obstacle within a certain threshold distance, and the car is moving
at a speed that could cause a collision, the microcontroller initiates the ejection system by
triggering a MOSFET-controlled detonator charge.

4. Ejection and Parachute Deployment:

The seat ejection is initiated using a detonator charge, which propels the seat and driver upward.
A parachute is deployed shortly after to ensure a safe landing for the driver. The timing of the
parachute deployment is managed by the microcontroller.

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BENEFITS /APPLICATIONS
BENEFITS:
1. Enhanced Driver Safety: Provides a rapid way to escape from a dangerous
vehicle crash, reducing the likelihood of serious injury or death.
2. Faster Escape in Critical Situations: Quickly removes the driver from the
danger zone, allowing them to avoid life-threatening situations.
3. Improved Emergency Response: The system can be activated instantly,
potentially saving lives in high-risk scenarios, such as racing or military combat.
4. Reduces Impact of High-Speed Collisions: Helps protect the driver from the
violent forces of a crash by preventing them from being trapped inside the vehicle.
5. Increases Vehicle Safety in Extreme Conditions: Ideal for high-speed racing,
military applications, or other high-risk environments where traditional safety measures
may not be enough.

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APPLICATIONS:
1. The project aims to quickly eject the driver from a car in emergencies.

2. It uses rocket propulsion to safely propel the driver out of the vehicle.

3. The system is useful in high-speed racing, military vehicles, and dangerous situations.

4. It helps reduce the risk of injury or death by providing a fast escape.

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