Complex Engineering Problem: Real-Time Embedded Systems
1. Wearable Health Monitoring System
Problem Statement:
Develop a real-time wearable embedded system for continuous health monitoring, particularly for
patients with chronic illnesses such as heart disease or diabetes.
Key Features:
• Measure and analyze health parameters such as heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose levels in
real-time.
• Provide alerts for anomalies such as arrhythmias or low glucose.
• Data synchronization with mobile apps and cloud storage.
Complexity Factors:
• Balancing power consumption with real-time processing.
• Ensuring accurate measurements in dynamic conditions.
• Secure communication of sensitive health data.
2. Real-Time Disaster Alert System
Problem Statement:
Design a real-time embedded system for detecting and responding to natural disasters, such as
earthquakes and fires, in Campus Building.
Key Features:
• Integrate sensors (seismic, temperature, flame, cameras) for early detection.
• Issue alerts via sirens, mobile apps, and emergency networks.
• Coordinate with evacuation systems and public services.
Complexity Factors:
• Real-time processing of environmental data.
• High reliability under extreme conditions.
• Multi-channel communication for alert distribution.
3. Autonomous Waste Management System
Problem Statement:
Design a real-time embedded system for managing waste collection in urban areas using smart bins and
autonomous vehicles.
Key Features:
• Use sensors to detect bin levels and notify collection systems.
• Optimize collection routes using real-time traffic data.
• Enable monitoring and reporting via a central dashboard.
Complexity Factors:
• Real-time data from distributed sources (bins and vehicles).
• Energy efficiency and cost optimization.
• Integration with municipal waste management systems.
4. Real-Time Inventory Management in Retail Stores
Problem Statement:
Design a real-time embedded system to monitor and manage components availability and its functional
status in Electrical Engineering Department Lab.
Key Features:
• RFID or barcode-based tracking of components.
• Real-time updates to databases.
• Alerts for restocking and unavailability.
• Integration with automated checkout systems.
Complexity Factors:
• Real-time data synchronization across multiple devices.
• Handling large volumes of data with minimal latency.
• Ensuring scalability for multi-store chains.
5. Real-Time Smart Parking System
Problem Statement:
Develop a real-time embedded system to optimize parking space usage in urban areas or shopping
malls.
Key Features:
• Use ultrasonic or camera sensors to detect vehicle presence in parking spots.
• Real-time updates to a mobile app for available spaces.
• Automated payment and reservation system integration.
Complexity Factors:
• Low-latency updates to avoid conflicts in parking space allocation.
• Integration of multiple technologies (sensors, IoT, payment systems).
• Handling dynamic parking scenarios like peak traffic.
6. Industrial Predictive Maintenance System
Problem Statement:
Design a real-time embedded system for predictive maintenance in industrial machinery.
Key Features:
• Use vibration, temperature, and pressure sensors to monitor equipment health.
• Predict failures using machine learning algorithms on edge devices.
• Provide real-time alerts to operators for preventive actions.
Complexity Factors:
• High reliability and accuracy in harsh industrial environments.
• Balancing real-time processing with energy efficiency.
• Ensuring compatibility with legacy systems.
