Designing a GPS Life Vest: Innovation, Implementation and Testing

This project report details the design and implementation of a GPS-enabled life vest, aimed at enhancing marine safety and improving rescue operations. The project encompasses various stages, including a literature review, system design with block diagrams and process flowcharts, prototype development, circuit implementation, and software integration. Testing and analysis are conducted to evaluate the performance of the GPS tracking system, including analysis of navigation software and error vectors. The report also discusses potential design improvements, compares the project with readymade devices, and concludes with a summary of the project's achievements and findings. The aim is to provide a low-cost solution that transmits the GPS location of a person in distress to rescue teams. The project explores the use of solar energy for powering the vest, highlighting the importance of GPS technology in modern rescue operations. It also considers the limitations of GPS technology and the potential for signal loss due to environmental factors. The project follows a formative research methodology and includes detailed figures and diagrams to illustrate the design and implementation process.