IoT-Based Vehicle Tracking with Accident Alert System

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Published: 2026-03-06
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15662/IJRPETM.2026.0902001
Keywords:
Internet of Things (IoT), Real-Time Vehicle Tracking, GPS-GSM Integration, Accident Detection System, AI-Based Crash Prediction, Emergency Alert Notification, Cloud Data Monitoring, Sensor-Based Impact Detection, Location Tracking System, Smart Transportation Safety

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Chinthamalla. Nandhu, Anumula. Gopi, Banja. Nithamdhar, Chelluboina. Laxmiprasanna, Dangeti. Srihari
UG Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Holy Mary Institute of Technology & Science, Telangana, India
A. Jitendra
Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Holy Mary Institute of Technology & Science, Telangana, India
Dr. M. Saravanan
Professor, Holy Mary Institute of Technology & Science, Telangana, India

Abstract

An IoT-Based Vehicle Tracking an Accident Alert System using satellite technology is an advanced safety solution designed to monitor vehicle location in real time and automatically send emergency alerts during accidents. This system primarily relies on Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites to determine the precise geographic location of a vehicle anywhere on Earth.


 


          The system consists of a GPS module, a microcontroller (such as Arduino or ESP32), accident detection sensors (accelerometer and vibration sensor), and a satellite or GSM communication module. The GPS receiver continuously communicates with orbiting satellites to calculate the vehicle’s latitude and longitude. This location data is processed by the microcontroller and transmitted to a cloud server or authorized users through satellite communication networks, ensuring coverage even in remote areas where cellular networks are unavailable.


 


           For accident detection, an accelerometer monitors sudden changes in speed, tilt, or impact force. If the measured acceleration exceeds a predefined threshold, the system identifies it as a collision. Immediately, the microcontroller retrieves the current GPS coordinates and sends an emergency alert message containing the exact location link to predefined contacts, emergency services, or monitoring centers .


 


         Here, the system uses satellites for positioning and communication, it provides high accuracy, wide coverage, and reliability. It is especially useful for long-distance transport vehicles, military vehicles, mining trucks, and rural transportation. a satellite-based IoT vehicle tracking and accident alert system enhances road safety by combining real-time global tracking with automatic emergency response. It reduces rescue time, minimizes fatalities, and improves overall transportation security through continuous monitoring and rapid communication. 

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Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): International Journal of Research Publications in Engineering, Technology and Management

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IoT-Based Vehicle Tracking with Accident Alert System. (2026). International Journal of Research Publications in Engineering, Technology and Management (IJRPETM), 9(2), 486-494. https://doi.org/10.15662/IJRPETM.2026.0902001

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