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ARDUINO

₹1,500 – ₹5,000

6 – 12 Hours

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An IoT-Based Health Monitoring System With Medicine Box

An IoT-based health monitoring system that tracks patient vital parameters and provides a smart medicine box for timely medication reminders.

Originally published on ElectronicsForU

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Parts You'll Need

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NodeMCU ESP8266 WIFI development board based on CP2102 Rs. 660.00
TowerPro SG90 Mini Servo – 180 degree Rotation – Standard Quality Rs. 179.00
3–6V R140 DC Motor (High-Speed DIY & Toy Motor) Rs. 49.00
Jumper Wire 10 Pin Male To Male 20cm Rs. 45.00
MB102 Adjustable Breadboard Power Supply Module (3.3V & 5V) for Arduino & Raspberry Pi Rs. 139.00
400 Points Mini Solderless Prototype PCB Breadboard High Quality Rs. 89.00
Jumper Wire 10 Pin Male To Female 20cm Rs. 45.00

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Enclosure / Box / Case
various health sensors

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How It Works

The IoT-Based Health Monitoring System with Medicine Box integrates vital sign monitoring and automated medication dispensing into a single platform managed by an Arduino Uno and an ESP8266 Wi-Fi module. Health sensors attached to the patient continuously measure physiological parameters, sending this real-time biological data to the microcontroller. The ESP8266 module connects the system to a local wireless network, allowing the microcontroller to transmit the collected health data to a remote mobile application used by patients, caregivers, or doctors. For the medication component, the system utilizes a servo motor and a DC motor integrated into the physical medicine box structure. When a scheduled medication time arrives—either triggered by an internal program or an update from the mobile application—the microcontroller sends control signals to actuate the motors. The servo and DC motors coordinate to open or unlock the appropriate compartment of the medicine box, physically revealing the correct dose. Power is supplied to the Arduino, ESP8266, motors, and sensors via a stable external power supply source connected with standard wiring. This dual-function setup ensures that health metrics are continuously tracked in tandem with reliable, automated pill delivery to support remote patient management.

Why Build This

Develop practical undergraduate-level engineering experience in combining wireless IoT communication with physical electromechanical actuators.

Design an assistive healthcare technology solution tailored for remote elderly care and automated patient medication compliance.

Integrate multiple hardware subsystems—including microcontrollers, health sensors, and motors—into a cohesive, mobile-accessible application platform.

Real-World Application

Remote patient health tracking, elderly care, and automated medication management to assist doctors and family members in monitoring patients outside of traditional hospital settings.

Skills You'll Learn

Microcontroller interfacing

Wi-Fi module configuration

sensor data acquisition

DC motor control

servo motor actuation

IoT application integration

serial communication

Safety Precautions

No specific precautions noted for this build — always follow general electronics safety practices.

Technology Tags

IOT

ARDUINO

ESP8266

HEALTH MONITORING

SENSORS

WI-FI

AUTOMATION

HEALTHCARE

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the ESP8266 handle the Wi-Fi connection independently while communicating with the Arduino?

Yes, the ESP8266 can connect directly to your wireless network and interface with the Arduino via serial communication or act as the primary controller depending on the exact wiring setup.

How do the servo and DC motors operate together in the medicine box?

The motors actuate physical barriers or rotating carousels within the enclosure to align the correct pill compartment with an opening at the scheduled dispensing time.

Do I need a separate power supply for the motors?

Yes, it is best practice to use an external power supply for the DC and servo motors to prevent voltage drops that could reset the Arduino or ESP8266 boards.

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