Coventry University Wroclaw
Academic Year: 2024-25
Project Leader: Mitali Halder, Assistant Lecturer, Coventry University Wroclaw, Poland
Project Co-Leaders: Dr Vishnu Srinivasa, Associate Professor & Dr Preethi Srivastha, Assistant Professor, Manipal Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India
Partner University(s)/Organisation(s): Manipal Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India
Project Overview:
This innovative project fosters international collaboration between Coventry University Wroclaw, Poland, and Manipal Institute of Technology, India, to explore cutting-edge applications in the Internet of Things (IoT). Through interactive sessions, students engage in brainstorming, group discussions, and project development across diverse domains, such as healthcare, environmental conservation, and smart infrastructure. Over three weeks, participants create a project plan and prototype, highlighting societal impact and technical feasibility. This initiative enhances intercultural communication, innovation, and problem-solving skills, culminating in a presentation session that recognizes top projects and fosters academic and professional growth in IoT.
Two outstanding final project presentations deserve special mention:
- Smart Parking System
Developed by: Yehor Boiko, Coventry University Wrocław, Poland
This intelligent parking solution leverages YOLOv11 for real-time object detection integrated with AWS cloud services to monitor parking availability dynamically. This project exemplifies the fusion of IoT and AI in creating scalable urban infrastructure solutions. A detailed project walk through and video have been shared via the dedicated Community AULA platform.
2. Fashionable Protective Device
Developed by: Debasish Tripathy & Chinmai R., Manipal Institute of Technology
This innovative wearable merges fashion with function by introducing a stylish, unobtrusive neck accessory equipped with advanced personal safety features. By incorporating dual cameras (Sony IMX219 and NoIR) for threat detection, an ESP32 microcontroller for edge processing, and multi-modal connectivity (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, LTE, mesh networking), the device ensures secure, real-time data exchange. The system uses MQTT, CoAP, and TLS/SSL for encrypted communication and employs Google Vertex AI for intelligent threat analysis—delivering rapid, reliable protection with optimised power consumption for all-day wear.
Special Acknowledgments:
Coventry University Wroclaw, Poland:
- Dr. Karolina Pokorska, Business Development Manager – A pillar of support throughout this journey, guiding the project lead through the entire collaboration process.
- Dr. Jacek Lewandowski , Director & Assistant Professor – For fostering an environment of freedom and creativity, enabling modernization in academics. His contributions to the COIL project and his expertise in IoT played a crucial role in laying the foundation for project ideas and inspiring participants.
Manipal Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India:
- Dr. Anand Pal, Assistant Director, International Collaboration – Facilitated communication and helped identify the right domain experts for the event.
Online Tools Used: Microsoft Teams