ACCESSIBLE ROUTE (E-ROUTE)

Abstract

This invention relates to the barrier-free route (E-Route) system, developed to enable disabled individuals to travel more easily and safely by mapping obstacles (e.g., parked vehicles, damaged pavements, missing ramps) in areas where they exist, and by facilitating the reporting and resolution of complaints.

Description

ACCESSIBLE ROUTE (E-ROUTE) Technical Area This invention enables people with disabilities to travel more easily and safely. to be used to provide access to obstacles (e.g., parked vehicles, In areas where there are obstacles (damaged pavements, missing ramps), these obstacles should be mapped. It is a platform developed for displaying information, submitting complaints, and resolving issues. It is related to the barrier-free route (E-Route) system. State of the Art Currently, WheelMap is available as a web application and as a mobile application. WheelMate features wheelchair-accessible indoor points of interest. The map displays named (nominal) and ordinal markers to the user. This is shown. In both applications, the data source is the users, and the users, They contribute with photos, videos, etc., along with map markers. Each In both cases, routes are determined using multi-criteria algorithms. Cardonha and The mobile application developed by ark. has similar features in many respects. However, it also includes outdoor points of interest. Bologna, Italy, is an indoor city. In a web-based study on spatial accessibility, the points of interest were... Presented to users with nominal markings. For the outdoors in European capitals. data regarding this is collected by users via OpenStreetMap (OSM) A web-based study was also conducted. In this study, only map markers were used. The most suitable route was determined using map matching / correction methods. This is determined. The study conducted by Kurihara et al. differs from others. The main distinguishing feature is the effective use of GPS. The data, a website where funds are collected in a controlled manner through a game offered to users Studies based on this system have also been conducted. The system introduced by Prandi et al., both internal and external... focusing on analyzing spatial accessibility requirements and drawing from three sources. (data collected with the help of sensors, added by users) (reports and reports produced by managers) is a system. It's a web system called MAGUS. In the navigation service based on this system, optimal routes are determined according to six routing criteria (shortest routes). distance, minimum obstacles, least incline, avoidance of difficult surfaces, control only. 2 (calculated according to the use of designated crossings and limited road crossings). U- Access, a web-based navigation tool, has three skill levels. People (unassisted mobility, assisted mobility: cane or wheelchair) The aim is to determine the shortest routes for wheelchair users. Movement Specially designed for people with limited mobility or parents using strollers. Ourway, a mobile pedestrian navigation prototype with various functions, is being introduced. To determine personalized routes, the absolute constraint method was used in a study. While one study used a different approach, another study employed a multi-criteria algorithm. In the study by Cardonha et al., sensor data and crowdsourcing were used. Accessible routes were determined by using the data together. This is a system called EasyWhell. In practice, wheelchair users can read reviews and articles. It is supported. Four different methods for wheelchair navigation. (Chain-Code, Hidden Markov Model, Fuzzy Logic and Movement Pattern There is also a series of studies that perform map mapping according to (Recognition) in Italy. The goal of the developed navigation service called Path 2.0 is to understand the user's motivations. or without any clue about preferences, the user's behavior The goal is to capture this. To this end, the daily life of the wheelchair user... Their movements are being tracked and ways to access another user can be provided if desired. It is presented as follows. When current techniques are examined, it seems that web applications are more prevalent than mobile applications. as developed, almost all of these applications are solely for assisted movement. It is user-oriented, and very few of them can also move unaided. They are user-oriented, and almost all of them offer the most suitable route for users. It offers, very few of which also offer options such as the shortest route, in route planning. weighting, map matching, multi-criteria and artificial intelligence methods maps, users, and sensors are used as data sources. Their weight in applications is approximately equal, most of them are for outdoor use. that it is directed towards, that map symbols are used predominantly in communication, some in some applications only nominal, in some applications only ordinal, in some In applications, both nominal and ordinal map symbols are used; No clear preference was made between nominal / ordinal map symbols, according to the data. In half of the applications, the login is open to the user, and in the other half, it is not required of the user. The situation regarding closed systems, most of which lack feedback, i.e., barriers. 3 Users were not informed about the changes, and the applications were approximately half of them are unsupervised and uncontrolled in terms of data entry; therefore, There is no certainty about the accuracy of the disability information presented to the user. Most of them are academic studies, but there is one commercial application and one more. It's a social responsibility project, and none of them have cars parked in front of the ramp, for example. There is no concept of temporary disability, and disability monitoring is not performed in any of them except one, and that it's all for informational purposes, not solutions; at least temporary obstacles It was found to lack the components that would allow for its removal. With the barrier-free route (E-Route) developed in contrast to existing applications unexpected obstacles encountered during wheelchair navigation will follow the process to ensure it is forwarded to the relevant units, at every stage of the process. All users will be informed about the issue that is the subject of the complaint and the process will be... Finally, they will also inform the complainant. Description of the Invention This statement aims to provide a better understanding of the barrier-free route (E-Route) concept. This is explained in a way that will not create any limiting effects. The present invention satisfies the aforementioned requirements and eliminates all disadvantages. with the barrier-free route (E-Route) which eliminates obstacles and provides some additional advantages It is related. The primary purpose of the invention is to remove obstacles in a shorter time. to provide. Another aim of the invention is to enable other disabled individuals to participate until the barriers are removed. The goal is to ensure that they do not become victims. Another aim of the invention is to raise awareness of responsibility towards disabled individuals in society. The goal is to ensure that it gradually increases. Another purpose of the invention is to enable people to exercise their rights of transportation without any problems. The aim is to enable disabled individuals to integrate more fully into society. 4 Another aim of the invention is to increase the economic and social well-being of society. The aim is to ensure that contributions are made. The invention allows for overcoming obstacles (e.g., parked vehicles, damaged pavements, missing parts) In areas where ramps are located, showing these obstacles on a map. Accessible is a system developed for the submission and resolution of complaints. It is a route (E-Rota) application. Ideally, the invention allows obstacles to be removed more quickly. It is an application that provides an obstacle-free route (E-Route). The invention, in its more preferable form, addresses responsibility towards disabled individuals in society. It is the barrier-free route (E-Route) application that helps to increase awareness. The invention, in its more preferable form, enables disabled individuals to participate more fully in society. It is an accessible route (E-Route) application that enables integration. The invention, in its more preferred form, is the application of an obstacle-free route (E-Route). The elements involved in the invention are as follows: a) GPS Infrastructure (Garmin eTrex) b) Google Maps API c) Web Map (KML file) d) Firebase (Cloud Database) e) Mobile Application (Android Studio) f) User Interface (Figma) g) Dijkstra Algorithm h) Complaint Tracking System (Email, etc.) i) SQLite for Android Applications j) Obstacle Icons (Exclamation Marks) on the Map k) System Administrator Notification (Email) The invention's production method is as follows. 1. GPS Infrastructure (Garmin eTrex): The GPS infrastructure ensures accurate map data. This allows data to be collected in this way. This data helps determine the locations of obstacles. It is necessary for this. The Garmin eTrex device is prepared for field measurements. The device to operate in the WGS84 datum, which is a geographical coordinate system It is adjustable. The device is suitable for sidewalks, ramps, pedestrian crossings and bus stops. It measures their geographical location. This data is obtained from the geographical location data received via the device. coordinates are collected and then entered into map software for processing. is transferred. 2. Google Maps API: Displaying map data and finding the shortest route. It is used in determining the map. Maps are created using the Google Maps API. It is integrated into the application. This API displays the user's location on the map. It is used to show the locations of obstacles and routes. GPS device and The data in the KML file is transferred to the Google Maps map. Dijkstra Using the algorithm, the shortest path between the starting and ending points. It is determined. 3. Web Map (KML File): The KML file shows sidewalks, etc. on the map. Ramps, pedestrian crossings, and bus stop locations are represented in ArcGIS. Alternatively, in NetCAD software, map data is converted to KML format. This The file represents objects on the map (sidewalks, ramps, etc.). The KML file is imported into the web map via the Google Maps API. 4. Firebase (Cloud Database): For storing user complaints, It is used to manage and send notifications to administrators. Firebase A cloud database is created using this data. The database contains user complaints. It stores data. Users submit complaints and photos to Firebase. These photos are stored in WebP format and accessed via URLs. 5. Mobile Application (Android Studio): Where users can submit their complaints. And an application is developed that will allow navigation on the map. Android Studio is used to develop applications using the Kotlin programming language. Firebase is integrated into the application to store user complaints. User interface design is done through Figma and Android. It is transferred to Studio. 6. User Interface (Figma): To create the visual design of the application. It is used. A user-friendly interface design is created using Figma. The design, 6 Visual components are imported into Android Studio and used for the application. It is made functional. 7. Dijkstra Algorithm: The shortest unobstructed path between the user and the destination. It is used to find the path. A path network diagram is created from the data in the KML file. The Dijkstra algorithm is then run to calculate the shortest path. The algorithm may take a few seconds to run, depending on the amount of data. 8. Complaint Tracking System (Email, etc.): Complaints are reported to the managers and The solution steps are followed. Firebase and an email system are integrated. When a complaint is recorded, a notification is sent to the system administrator. Complaint Emails are sent to users and administrators as the situation changes. 9. SQLite for Android Applications: SQLite stores data locally within applications. It is used to store data. The SQLite database stores the application's data. It is configured to store locally. User data, complaint information And the photos are stored in an SQLite database. 10. Obstacle Icons (Exclamation Marks) on the Map: Icons that represent obstacles on the map. They are used as markers. Exclamation marks are placed at obstacle points on the map. Data is placed and linked to obstacle points on the map, creating a visual representation. It is presented to the user as such. 11. System Administrator Notification (Email): Notifications regarding the resolution of complaints. It is sent to the administrators. When the complaint is recorded, the Firebase database Emails are sent to managers via this channel. The complaint is resolved. When connected, it provides administrators and users with information about the solution. The Garmin eTrex device can identify critical points on the map (sidewalks, ramps, pedestrian crossings). (passes, etc.) are used to collect data. For the GPS device to receive accurate data... It is necessary to use it in open areas. GPS data obtained from the device, It must be properly formatted and have accurate geographical information before being transferred to map software. References should be used. For the GPS device to function properly, it must be fully charged. It should be available and used in open areas. The collected data must be accurate. The coordinates must be matched; otherwise, incorrectly placed data will be displayed on the map. This can cause inaccurate readings. The GPS device has a weak signal strength. In certain areas (for example, where there are many buildings), the accuracy of the data may decrease. 7 The shortest and least obstructed path is found using the Dijkstra algorithm. This is done via API. During the calculation, certain parameters (start and end points, obstacles) are taken into account. Locations, etc., must be correctly transferred to the API. This is done using the Google Maps API. Accurate data transfer is essential in route calculations. The data in the KML file must be in a compatible format. Data that is incorrect... Transferring the data may lead to incorrect navigation on the map. Integration API key security must be ensured during this process and misuse must be prevented. It must be passed. The KML file is integrated with the Google Maps API and displayed on the map. The data (obstacles, paths) in the KML file must be correctly labeled and Location information must be verified. The size of the elements in the KML file, the map... It should be optimized to ensure fast loading. Data must be sent to the Firebase database in the correct data formats and data security must be ensured. storage costs should be increased if the photos are high resolution. It can increase. It is important that the photos are of the correct size and resolution. In Firebase User data must be stored securely, and privacy breaches must be prevented. The mobile application (Android Studio) adapts to different screen sizes. It is necessary. Compatibility must be ensured from the smallest devices to the largest devices. User interface design should be user-friendly and clear and easy to understand. Complex designs can negatively impact user experience. With Firebase... During data transfer, ensure the application has a stable internet connection. should be. User Interface (Figma) Design: The design should be easy for users to understand and It needs to be simple enough for users to use. The designs should be suitable for each device. It must be sensitive enough to be displayed correctly at its size. The Dijkstra algorithm may take longer on very large datasets. This Therefore, the amount of data in the road network may need to be optimized. Algorithm accuracy. Accurate mapping of obstacles and road networks is important. 8 Proper integration is essential for the Complaint Tracking System (email, etc.) to function correctly. And configuration must be done. Notifications between user and administrator must be correct. It must be ensured that it is transmitted correctly. Data security refers to the security of data transferred between the application and the cloud database. It needs to be encrypted and stored securely. Testing and debugging involves checking whether each component in the system is functioning correctly, each one... The integration step needs to be tested and verified. User experience should ensure a user-friendly experience at every step. This means... This is directly related to the software's ease of use and functionality. The barrier-free route (E-Route) application uses GPS infrastructure, Google Maps API, and Firebase. Integration with mobile applications and other components, enabling barrier-free transportation. It is designed to facilitate and track complaints. Instead of the Garmin eTrex device, more advanced GNSS devices (for example, Trimble or (Leica) can be used. These devices offer the possibility of more precise data collection and It can provide more accurate results, especially in urban areas. Furthermore, smart The GPS feature on phones can also be used. Smartphones allow users to track while walking. This can make data collection easier, but it generally results in lower costs. They can have higher accuracy rates. GNSS devices can provide more precise data. Systems integrated with smartphones can be user-friendly and portable. However, GNSS devices can be more expensive. Smartphone GPS is cheaper. It can provide accuracy. Instead of the Google Maps API, OpenStreetMap (OSM) can be used. OSM is open It offers a sourced map infrastructure and allows you to customize map data and It provides more flexibility for localization. Open-source map services like Leaflet.js Map viewing and interaction can be provided through its libraries. Google Maps Compared to the API, it offers free usage and is more customizable. Users can navigate the map. They can more easily integrate their own data on it. However, map data, 9 It may not be as rich and detailed as Google Maps. It includes landmarks and features on the map. Functionality like navigation requires further development. Instead of Firebase, you can use other options such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Microsoft Azure. Cloud-based database services can also be used. Both platforms It offers scalable and secure data storage solutions, such as MongoDB Atlas. Cloud-based NoSQL databases can also be an alternative solution. AWS and Azure, It offers strong security measures and extensive user support, like MongoDB. NoSQL databases are particularly useful for unstructured data and large datasets. It could be more efficient. However, AWS and Azure are just as quick and easy to set up as Firebase. It may not provide. NoSQL databases may not meet relational data management requirements. Sometimes it may be difficult to meet the demand. Instead of Android Studio, use cross-platform mobile technologies like Flutter or React Native. Development tools are available. These tools are for both iOS and Android devices. It provides application development capabilities. Flutter allows for rapid application development using the Dart language. It allows you to develop applications and provides performance close to a native application. It offers an experience of developing applications with React Native, JavaScript, and React. It provides and has a very large developer community. Both iOS and Android Development can be done with a single codebase for all devices. Application development time. And the costs may be lower. However, compared to native applications. Performance differences may exist. Customized and advanced platform features. It can be difficult to use at times. Instead of Figma, popular design tools like Adobe XD or Sketch can be used. These tools also offer powerful and flexible tools for user interface design. Adobe XD is particularly strong in prototyping and interactive design. Sketch is particularly popular among macOS users and is a powerful plugin. Adobe XD and Sketch offer support for different features in the design process. It offers features that cater to different user needs. Prototype and Interactive designs can be created. However, Sketch is only available on macOS. It works with Adobe XD or Sketch, Figma, which can lead to platform dependency. It's not that free. The A (A-star) algorithm can be used instead of the Dijkstra algorithm. A (A-star)* This algorithm, unlike the Dijkstra algorithm, is faster in the pathfinding process. It can yield results because it predetermines the most suitable path. It prevents unnecessary calculations. This method is especially useful for identifying obstacles on the map. It is quite effective when properly defined. The A (A-star)* algorithm, According to Dijkstra, it can be faster because it makes predictions about the target point. It cuts off unnecessary paths. However, for the (A-star)* algorithm to work correctly, each It needs to be able to calculate how close the path is to a destination; this also makes it easier. It requires complex map data. Twilio can be used to track and report complaints via SMS and email. Notifications can be sent. Automation tools like Zapier can send notifications between different systems. It can facilitate data transfer. Twilio makes email and SMS notifications easy. It can be integrated and enables communication for users outside the application as well. Zapier Integration between different software applications is possible. However, Twilio services... The cost may increase over time. Integration of different systems, data integrity, and It must be done carefully for safety reasons.

Claims

1. The invention enables disabled individuals to travel more easily and safely. obstacles (e.g., parked cars) to be used in order to provide in areas where there are vehicles, damaged sidewalks, missing ramps, these Showing obstacles on a map, submitting complaints, and The obstacle-free route (E-Route) is a system developed for resolving these issues. Its features include high-precision positioning and accurate map display. GPS infrastructure providing navigation and obstacle detection (Garmin eTrex) It is the use of.

2. Compliant with Claim 1, its feature is dynamic map display and user interaction. calculating the shortest path between locations and destinations, overcoming obstacles Google Maps API system that marks locations on the map It is having.

3. Compliant with Claim 1, its feature is: Web integrated with Google Maps API. It has to have a map (KML file).

4. Complies with Claim 1, and its characteristics include complaints, photographs and descriptions. It can store data within its system and allow users to perform operations on this data. It has a Firebase (Cloud Database) system that enables it to do this. It is the fact that.

5. Complies with Claim 1, and its features include a complaint screen, map navigation, and mobile application (Android) that includes basic functions such as user registration (Studio) 6. Complies with Claim 1, and its characteristic is that it enables the efficient use of the application. It has a user-friendly interface.

7. It conforms to Claim 1 and its characteristic is that it operates according to a graph-based structure, both calculates the shortest distance between the points (start and end) and provides it to the user. It has the Dijkstra algorithm, which offers the fastest and most accessible route. It is 35. 12 8. Complies with Claim 1, its feature is that it forwards complaints to system administrators and disabled individuals. a complaint that notifies the relevant departments and informs the user that the block has been lifted It has a tracking system.

9. Complies with Claim 1, and its characteristic is that there are obstacles on the map. Exclamation marks placed at certain points inform users about these obstacles. providing information and assisting users in navigating The map has obstacle icons (exclamation marks).

10. Compliant with Claim 1, its feature is that users access the system with their email addresses. Firebase Authentication allows you to register and log in. It is having a system.

11. It conforms to Claim 1 and has the following characteristics: ✓ Instead of a Garmin eTrex device, consider a more advanced GNSS option from a Trimble or Leica. devices, ✓ Instead of the Google Maps API, use the OpenStreetMap (OSM) API and Leaflet.js, for example. technologies, ✓ Instead of Firebase, you can use Amazon Web Services (AWS) or Microsoft Azure, for example. cloud-based database services, ✓ Instead of Android Studio, use cross-platform options like Flutter or React Native. mobile development tools, ✓ Instead of Figma, you can use popular design tools like Adobe XD or Sketch, ✓ The A* (A-star) algorithm can be used instead of the Dijkstra algorithm. ✓ Alternatively, Twilio can be used to track and report complaints. Automation tools like Zapier It is usability.