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Intermediate

ESP32

₹1,500 – ₹5,000

3 – 6 Hours

Partial Kit

IoT Smartwatch for Movement Tracking

A DIY IoT smartwatch built using the IndusBoard Coin that tracks movement, fall detection, direction, and surrounding temperature via a custom web dashboard.

Originally published on ElectronicsForU

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Parts You'll Need

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MB102 Adjustable Breadboard Power Supply Module (3.3V & 5V) for Arduino & Raspberry Pi Rs. 139.00
TTP223 Touch Sensor (Blue PCB) Rs. 39.00
400 Points Mini Solderless Prototype PCB Breadboard High Quality Rs. 89.00
Jumper Wire 10 Pin Male To Male 20cm Rs. 45.00
Jumper Wire 10 Pin Male To Female 20cm Rs. 45.00

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We don't carry yet: Battery (generic / unspecified)
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How It Works

The IoT Smartwatch for Movement Tracking is built around the IndusBoard Dev Board, which acts as the central processing unit and handles wireless communication. The system is powered by a 3.3V battery and connected using a USB Type C Adapter for programming and charging. For visual output and user interaction, the device features a Round Touch Display powered by the GC9A01 driver and CST816S capacitive touch driver. This round display communicates with the microcontroller to render a custom graphical user interface, allowing users to navigate through menus and view real-time data directly on the wrist. The integrated software, written in Embedded C++ using the Arduino IDE, sets up a local web server to transmit sensor data over the internet. This setup enables the microcontroller to process movement, monitor changes in direction and temperature, and detect sudden acceleration shifts such as falls. The processed telemetry is then packaged and sent to a custom web dashboard, giving remote observers live updates regarding the wearer's activity levels, safety status, and immediate surrounding environment.

Why Build This

Develop practical undergraduate-level experience in integrating embedded microcontrollers with round capacitive touch displays and web servers.

Implement real-world Internet of Things (IoT) architectures by transmitting sensor telemetry to a custom remote dashboard.

Design safety-critical wearable prototypes capable of tracking movement, environmental temperature, and fall detection for vulnerable individuals.

Real-World Application

Tracking the movements, activity levels, and falls of kids, pets, patients, and elderly individuals to ensure their safety and monitor their immediate surroundings.

Skills You'll Learn

Embedded C++ programming

I2C and SPI communication protocols

capacitive touch driver integration

microcontroller-based web server deployment

wearable power management

sensor data processing

Safety Precautions

Ensure proper battery voltage handling when powering the device with a 3.3V battery.

Technology Tags

IOT

SMARTWATCH

WEARABLES

ACCELEROMETER

MAGNETOMETER

WI-FI

EMBEDDED C++

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I program this smartwatch using the standard Arduino IDE?

Yes, the project utilizes the Arduino IDE along with Embedded C++ to write and upload the web server and display control code to the IndusBoard.

How does the smartwatch connect to the web dashboard?

The onboard ESP32-based IndusBoard hosts or connects to a network, running a built-in web server that transmits real-time telemetry data directly to your custom dashboard.

What is the purpose of the GC9A01 and CST816S components?

The GC9A01 drives the round visual display, while the CST816S handles the capacitive touch functionality, allowing users to interact directly with the smartwatch interface.

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