MedBot

About MedBot

MedBot is an advanced autonomous medical delivery robot engineered in India under the Viksit Bharat initiative. Equipped with AI-based Navigation, GPS-linked tracking, and intelligent environmental control, it ensures every medicine, vaccine, and organ is delivered safely, efficiently, and at the right temperature. Built by young innovators, MedBot demonstrates how Indian engineering can bring precision, reliability, and compassion to healthcare logistics.

Hardware Innovations
  • Core Processor: Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W — the digital brain handling AI control and sensors.
  • Drive System: Four precision BO motors with L298N dual-bridge motor driver for smooth navigation.
  • Ashvin’s Eye™ LiDAR Sweep: Benewake TF-Luna module scanning obstacles up to 8 m with centimeter accuracy.
  • Ultrasonic Field Sensors: Dual HC-SR04 modules creating a 180° safety bubble around MedBot.
  • Infra-Edge Sensors: Dual IR modules preventing drop-offs and side collisions.
  • GPS Guidance: NEO-6M module providing live route mapping and coordinate-based tracking.
  • Cold Integrity™ Technology: Peltier-based active cooling keeping medicines between 2–8 °C.
  • Power System: Triple 18650 Li-ion cells (3.6 V 2600 mAh) with onboard regulation for extended runtime.
  • Connectivity: JST-GH harness + USB-TTL diagnostics for modular maintenance and data logging.
Intelligence & Control
  • AI Brainware: Python 3 control suite with neural-like decision loops using GPIO inputs.
  • Autonomy Engine: Real-time obstacle avoidance, adaptive re-routing, and speed modulation.
  • Pathfinding: A* algorithm integrated with GPS data for continuous position tracking.
  • Telemetry System: Constant temperature, humidity, and power monitoring with alerts.
  • Navigation AI: Multi-sensor fusion ensures MedBot learns terrain responses for smoother travel.
  • Communication Layer: Web dashboard and USB-TTL link for monitoring and mission updates.
  • User Interface: Tailwind-based MedBot Simulator visualizing paths, delivery logs, and system health.

Mission & Vision

MedBot’s mission is to make healthcare logistics autonomous, reliable, and accessible. With AI-based navigation, smart routing, and Cold Integrity™ thermal protection, it delivers critical medical supplies precisely when and where they are needed — accelerating India’s journey toward a healthier, Viksit Bharat 🇮🇳.

Future Goals & Expansion

Team & Acknowledgments

Developed for the Viksit Bharat National Innovation Challenge 2025 — representing the power of India’s young innovators building a smarter, healthier nation.