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@article{206428,
        author = {Dr.P.Kalaiselvi},
        title = {SMART HELMET USING NON – NEWTONIAN FLUID FOR ENHANCED IMPACT PROTECTION AND SAFETY MONITORING},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {13},
        number = {2},
        pages = {1676-1682},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=206428},
        abstract = {Underground mining environments expose workers to serious hazards such as falling objects, toxic gases, extreme temperatures, and oxygen deficiency. This project introduces a Smart Helmet designed to enhance laborer safety by combining advanced protective materials with intelligent monitoring systems. A layer of oobleck (non-Newtonian fluid) is embedded within the helmet, providing superior impact resistance by remaining flexible under normal conditions and hardening instantly on sudden impact. To improve situational awareness, the helmet integrates a GPS module for real-time worker tracking, enabling faster emergency response. It is also equipped with toxic gas sensors to detect harmful gases such as carbon monoxide and methane, along with a temperature sensor to monitor unsafe environmental conditions underground. Additionally, the helmet incorporates an oxygen cylinder with an integrated mask, ensuring breathable air supply during emergencies such as gas leaks, fire, or oxygen-deprived situations. This feature offers vital respiratory support in critical conditions. By merging physical protection, environmental sensing, and life-support capabilities into one device, the proposed smart helmet provides a comprehensive safety solution for underground laborers.},
        keywords = {Underground mining safety, Oobleck, Digital and mechanical safety},
        month = {July},
        }