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Smart GSM Based Anti Drunk Car Alert System
Intermediate
ARDUINO
₹1,500 – ₹5,000
3 – 6 Hours
Partial Kit

Smart GSM Based Anti Drunk Car Alert System

An automated anti-drunk driving system that uses an MQ-3 alcohol sensor and Arduino to disable vehicle ignition and send an alert SMS via GSM module when alcohol is detected.

Originally published on ElectronicsForU
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Parts You'll Need

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We don't carry yet: Arduino (unspecified board)
MQ-135 / other MQ Gas Sensor
GSM / GPRS SIM800L

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How It Works

Why Build This

Gain hands-on experience integrating safety-critical automotive electronics using an Arduino platform.
Understand how to interface analog gas sensors and cellular communication modules with microcontrollers.
Explore practical engineering solutions for improving public road safety and preventing drunk driving accidents.

Real-World Application

Can be integrated into commercial vehicles, public transport, or personal cars to prevent drunk driving incidents and enforce road safety laws automatically.

Skills You'll Learn

Sensor signal processing
Relay control for power switching
AT command communication
Serial UART interfacing
Conditional logic programming

Safety Precautions

Ensure proper wiring of relay modules and power supplies when interfacing with higher voltage automotive components.

Technology Tags

ARDUINO
GSM
SIM800L
MQ-3 SENSOR
RELAY
MICROCONTROLLER
C++
EMBEDDED SYSTEMS

Frequently Asked Questions

The SIM800L module can draw high peak current spikes during cellular transmission that exceed the standard 5V output capacity of an Arduino board, potentially causing the system to reset.
The project requires a 2G capable SIM card with active network service and cellular coverage to successfully send SMS alerts.
The relay acts as an electronically controlled switch that can open or close the ignition circuit based on the digital signal sent by the Arduino Uno.

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