Andhra University Students Develop Wearable Health Glove for Real-Time Monitoring

A group of final-year engineering students from Andhra University (AU) has developed an innovative health-monitoring device called the Wearable Health Glove. The device promises to change the way people track and manage their health by monitoring multiple vital signs at once, unlike traditional devices that focus on just one or two parameters.

The project was developed by K. Shiva Chandrika, Monalisa Sethi, and S. Tanuja from AU’s Women’s Engineering College under the guidance of Assistant Professor Dr. K. Aravinda Shilpa. The college principal, Acharya R. Padmashri, has extended strong support to the initiative, helping the students bring their idea to life.

The glove, built on an ESP32 microcontroller, uses advanced sensors such as the Max30102 and MPU6050. It can measure SpO2 (oxygen levels), heart rate (BPM), step count, calories burned, and body temperature. The data is transmitted to a mobile app that displays real-time updates in a simple and user-friendly interface.

What makes the glove stand out is its alert system. If it detects abnormal health patterns such as irregular heart rate, oxygen levels, or body temperature, it immediately sends an SMS alert to the user’s family, friends, or healthcare provider. This quick response feature could prove crucial in emergencies.

The device also comes with GPS tracking, making it particularly useful for elderly individuals who may require monitoring while outdoors. Additionally, the inclusion of a Galvanic Skin Response (GSR) sensor enables stress level measurement, adding a mental health dimension to the device’s features.

Currently in the prototype stage, the team plans to refine and enhance the glove in the coming months. With its mix of real-time monitoring, alerts, and mental health tracking, the Wearable Health Glove reflects the growing role of wearable technology in everyday healthcare.