scholarly journals Automatic Alcohol Detector Car Control Panel

The idea is about making vehicles more selfregulating and automatic which may inform or combat vehicle drivers under terrible conditions .The system consist of MQ-3 alcohol sensor to continuously observe the alcohol blood concentration level, to discover the presence of liquor in the breath of a vehicle’s driver. By placing sensor on steering wheel of the vehicle, the system has the capacity to continuously check alcohol concentration level from the driver’s breath. In case if driver is drunk while driving then the CCW system would get activated. Using CCW the car could change its own position and maintain its own speed depending on other nearby vehicles. This would decrease the extent of accident.

Author(s):  
Yiwei Wu ◽  
Zhili Zhou ◽  
Zhiqiang Xi ◽  
Jishun Li

Aimed at the drawbacks of traditional method of spot evaluation for tractor cabs, such as low effectiveness and high expense, this paper established a new method of tractor cab design and evaluation, which included formulating ergonomic evaluation process, creating virtual models of tractor cab and operators, building virtual environment of tractor cab man-machine system and conducting ergonomic evaluation. The YTO-1604 wheeled tractor has been taken as the analysis object, the layouts of its seat, accelerator pedal, clutch pedal, brake pedal, gear shift lever, steering wheel and other major parts were optimized. The optimized model was created by UG, then it was imported into JACK, thus the object for analysis was created. To accommodate the Chinese tractor operator population, the 95th, 50th and 5th percentile virtual operator models which respectively stands for the big figure, medium figure and small figure of Chinese adult males for ergonomic evaluation were created in JACK, and the angular comfort range for human body joints were determined. The 50th percentile operator was adjusted to a cozy posture through human control module, with hands holding steering wheel, left foot naturally put on clutch pedal, while right foot flat placed on the floor. The operator was located to the h point of seat in the optimized cab model, thus the man-machine virtual environment was completely built. Then the reach zone of the 5th percentile operator and the visual field of the 95th percentile operator were generated, the 95th percentile operator’s comfort was evaluated and the forces of the 95th percentile operator’s spinal L4/L5 were calculated. The results showed that the gear shift lever, steering wheel and control panel were located in the accessible reach zones, conforming to manipulation requirements. Control panel and windshield (except for part of the side windshield which could be observed by moving head) were contained in the visual field, according with vision design standard. The overall comfort score of the 95th percentile operator’s different body parts was 24.5, which indicated that the operator was in good condition and the design conformed to physiological requirements. The lower back compression force of the 95th percentile operator was 742, representing a nominal risk of lower back injury for operators. Thus, the rationality of cab layout scheme was well verified. This paper provides a method for the ergonomic design and evaluation of tractor cabs.


Jurnal MIPA ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 91
Author(s):  
Verna Albert Suoth ◽  
Handy Indra Regain Mosey

Dalam proses destilasi minuman tradisional beralkohol terdapat parameter fisis yang penting untuk diukur yakni suhu dan kadar alkohor. Pengukuran ini bertujuan untuk mengukur besaran fisis menjadi besaran yang terukur. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk membuat alat ukur suhu dan kadar alkohol untuk digunakan pada saat proses penyulingan berlangsung. Kegiatan ini dimulai dengan rancang bangun alat ukur dengan menggunakan dua buah sensor yakni LM35 sebagai sensor suhu dan MQ-3 sebagai sensor alcohol. Kemudian pembacaan sensor ini dihubungkan ke sistem akusisi data menggunakan Mikrokontroler Arduino UNO dan ditampilkan pada LCD. Alat ini kemudian di uji dengan membandingkan hasil pengukuran dengan alat ukur yang lain, dari hasil diperoleh pada pengukuran suhu terdapat selisi pengukuran rata-rata 0.1oC sedangkan untuk pengukuran kadar alcohol di peroleh selisih pengukuran rata-rata 1% - 3%, sedangkan kesalahan relatif alat yang dibuat adalah 3,25%.In the process of distillation of traditional alcoholic beverages there are important physical parameters to measure i.e the temperature and the concentration alcohol. This measurement is intended to measure physical quantities into measurable quantities. This research is to develop an instrument to measure the temperature and the alcohol concentration during the distillation process. This research are began with designing  the instrument employing two sensors i.e LM35 as temperature sensor and MQ-3 as alcohol sensor. Then the sensor readings is connected to a data acquisition system using the Arduino UNO Microcontroller and displayed on the LCD. The instrument then tested by comparing the measurement results with standard measurement tools, from the results obtained by the instrument there are a slight difference of 0.10 C while the alcohol concentration has a difference of 1% - 3%, while the relative error are 3.25%.


Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 189
Author(s):  
Haowen Xu ◽  
Yutong Song ◽  
Panpan Zhu ◽  
Wanli Zhao ◽  
Tongyu Liu ◽  
...  

Alcohol detection plays a key role in food processing and monitoring. Therefore, we present a fast, high reproducibility and label-free characteristics alcohol photochemical sensor based on the surface plasmon resonance (SPR) effect. By growing ZnO nanoflowers on Au film, the SPR signal red-shifted in the visible region as the alcohol concentration increased. More interestingly, the sensitivity improved to 127 nm/%, which is attributed to the ZnO nanoflowers/Au structure. The goodness of the linear fit was more than 0.99 at a range from 0 vol% to 95 vol% which ensures detection resolution. Finally, a practical application for distinguishing five kinds of alcoholic drinks has been demonstrated. The excellent sensing characteristics also indicate the potential of the device for applications in the direction of food processing and monitoring, and the simple structure fabrication and economic environmental protection make it more attractive.


Author(s):  
Zhenlong Li ◽  
Xuewei Li ◽  
Xiaohua Zhao ◽  
Qingzhou Zhang

Objective: The aim of this article is to explore the detailed characteristics of steering behavior in curve driving at different alcohol dosages. Background: Improper operation of the steering wheel is a contributing factor to increased crash risks on curves. Method: The experiments were conducted using a driving simulator. Twenty-five licensed drivers were recruited to perform the experiments at the four different breath alcohol concentration (BrAC) levels. The steering angle (SA), steering speed (SS), steering reversal rate (SRR), and peak-to-peak value of the steering angle (PP) were used to characterize the steering behavior. The vehicle’s speed and the number of lane exceedances per kilometer were also used to examine the driving performance. Results: The SSs on the 200 m (χ2(3) = 20.67, p < .001), 500 m (χ2(3) = 22.42, p < .001), and 800 m (χ2(3) = 22.86, p < .001) radius curves were significantly faster for drivers under the influence of alcohol compared with those given a placebo. There were significant effects of alcohol on the SRR and PP on the 200 m, 500 m, and 800 m radius curves. Conclusion: For all of the curves, the SS, SRR, and PP had a tendency to increase as the BrAC increased. The large PP at a high BrAC, accompanied by the high speed, SS, and SRR, resulted in a high probability of lane exceedance. The use of measures of SS, SRR, and PP aided in the improvement of the accuracy of the intoxication detection for the different types of curves. Application: The most important application is to provide guidance for detecting alcohol-impaired-driving.


2013 ◽  
Vol 834-836 ◽  
pp. 46-49
Author(s):  
Zhao Qiang Zheng ◽  
Huan Yu Wu ◽  
Bing Wang

In2O3nanorods have been fabricated on Cr comb-shaped interdigitating electrodes using thermal evaporation of the mixed powders of In2O3and active carbon with Au catalysts. The morphology and structure of the prepared nanorods are determined on the basis of field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The self-assembly grown sensors of In2O3nanorods have excellent performance in sensor response to alcohol concentration of 500 ppm under operated temperature of 300°C.


2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Herlina Abdul Rahim ◽  
Syed Daud Syed Hassan ◽  
Zulkifli Mohd Yusop ◽  
Kim Seng Chia ◽  
Noramli Abdul Razak

Pengesan alkohol atau lebih dikenali sebagai ‘breathalyzer’ memainkan peranan penting dalam memantau kepekatan alkohol dalam aliran darah seseorang. Projek ini adalah merekebentuk dan membangunkan ‘breathalyzer’ yang disambungkan ke suis pencucuhan (ignition) Modul perkakasan adalah termasuk mikrokontroler PIC16F877A, sensor alkohol, panel LCD dan litar suis pencucuhan. Komponen perisian adalah pengaturcaraan dan kod yang di programkan ke pengawal mikro PIC. Apabila diaktifkan, sistem ini mampu mengesan kepekatan alkohol didalam sampel nafas seseorang dan memaparkan jumlah yang dikesan dalam peratusan BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) pada panel LCD. Kemudian, dalam linkungan yang telah ditetapkan, sistem akan membuat pilihan samada menghidupkan atau mematikan litar suis pencucuhan. Kata kunci: Pengesan alcohol; kepekatan alkohol dalam darah; pencucuhan; alcohol; mabuk A breath alcohol detector or better known as a breathalyzer plays a vital role in monitoring alcohol concentration in a person’s bloodstream. This project involves the design and development of a breathalyzer device which controls an ignition switch. The hardware modules include the PIC16F877A microcontroller, alcohol sensor, LCD panel and ignition switch circuitry. The software component includes the programming and source code which is implemented via the PIC microcontroller. Upon assembly, the system is able to detect the alcohol concentration in a person’s breath sample and displays the detected amount in terms of BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) percentage on the LCD panel. According to the amount, the system decides whether to enable or disable the ignition switch circuitry. Key words: Breathalyzer; blood alcohol concentration; ignition; alcohol; drunk


1992 ◽  
Vol 36 (5) ◽  
pp. 485-489 ◽  
Author(s):  
O'Seong Kweon ◽  
Robert E. Schlegel ◽  
Jerry L. Purswell

A paper-and-pencil survey instrument and an operational test were used to assess stereotype strength for automobile power window controls. Control panel layout (square vs. linear) and mounting plane were examined along with stereotype differences between subjects with technical backgrounds and those with non-technical backgrounds. A total of 273 participants ranging in age from 16 to 50 completed the survey instrument which requested responses to questions about which control was expected to activate a specified window. Subject preference for a particular control configuration was also solicited. A square control layout mounted on the instrument panel exhibited the strongest stereotype (94% of consistent responses for a single pattern) although it was the least preferred (22%). A square configuration mounted on the door panel possessed the second strongest stereotype (67% and 28% of consistent responses for the top two response patterns) and the highest preference (47%). A linear configuration mounted on the door panel exhibited a weaker stereotype (57% and 36% of consistent responses for the top two response patterns) and was preferred by 31% of the subjects. Preference tended to follow familiarity with controls in existing vehicles rather than ease of use or isomorphic arrangement. Twenty-four of the survey participants were also tested using actual power window controls mounted in a vehicle mockup. The subject's task involved moving the left hand as quickly as possible from the steering wheel to the subject's selected control upon presentation of a pictorial or verbal cue to raise or lower a specific window. Cue presentation and measurement of reaction time and movement time were provided by a PC. The square control layout mounted on the instrument panel was superior in terms of response time, stereotype strength and response consistency.


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