Bridging Devotion and Safety: IoT-Driven Contactless Temple Bell Ringing During the Pandemic Era

An IoT-driven Contactless Solution for Temple Bell Ringing in the Pandemic Era is an innovative research work that aims to address concerns regarding the transmission of diseases similar to COVID-19 and enable individuals to safely engage in religious practices. By employing Arduino UNO R3 and ESP8266 boards, this work presents a distinctive solution that allows individuals to ring temple bells without the need for physical contact. The system incorporates an ultrasonic sensor that is connected to one of the ESP8266 boards. This sensor effectively detects individuals within a specific distance range. By establishing a Wi-Fi connection between two ES P8266 boards, the ultrasonic sensor transmits a message to a relay connected to the Arduino UNO. Consequently, the relay activates a motor, which, in turn, triggers the ringing of the temple bell in an automated fashion. Through this contactless approach, the system effectively eliminates the necessity for individuals to physically touch the temple bell, thereby significantly reducing the risk of disease transmission within public spaces. By leveraging the power of IoT technology, this system ensures that individuals can fulfill their religious obligations without any constraints while simultaneously prioritizing their safety. This research serves as a testament to the remarkable potential of IoT in effectively mitigating the challenges posed by the pandemic and facilitating safer religious practices. It exemplifies technology's ability to adapt to and overcome public health crises, presenting innovative solutions that empower individuals to continue their devotional activities in a completely contactless manner.