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Best Sensors for Detecting Baby in Closed Car: Temp, Motion, Sound, CO2 Recommendations

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  • #1 21675467
    Mohammed Alnabhani
    Anonymous  
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    richard gabric
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    Mohammed Alnabhani
    Anonymous  
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    Peter White
    Anonymous  
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    Mohammed Alnabhani
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    Peter White
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Topic summary

The discussion focuses on designing a multi-sensor device to detect a baby left inside a closed car by monitoring temperature, carbon dioxide (CO2) levels, motion, and sound. For temperature sensing, thermistors are noted as simple and inexpensive but require calibration, while semiconductor temperature sensors with analog or digital outputs (one-wire, I2C, SPI) offer better absolute accuracy suitable for automotive interior temperature ranges. Motion detection could utilize accelerometers or tilt sensors, though placement and false triggering are concerns. Sound detection can be achieved using MEMS microphones commonly found in mobile devices. CO2 detection is also feasible with MEMS-based sensors. The device concept involves activating monitoring when the car is stopped and closed, triggering alerts such as buzzer activation, window opening, and SMS notifications if thresholds for temperature or CO2 are exceeded and baby presence is confirmed by motion or sound. The context includes the critical safety issue of children forgotten in vehicles, emphasizing the need for reliable detection to prevent heat-related fatalities. Some practical considerations include sensor integration, calibration, and false alarm mitigation.
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