Research Article

Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System

Volume: 13 Number: 2 May 3, 2026
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Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System

Abstract

Epileptic seizures significantly impact individuals' safety, independence, and quality of life. Traditional monitoring systems are effective in clinical settings but lack portability for daily use. This project addresses these limitations by developing a wearable device for real-time epileptic seizure detection, enhancing patient safety and bridging the gap between clinical monitoring and everyday management. The low-cost, daily-use prototype improves detection accuracy and minimizes false alarms by strategically placing the device on the back for enhanced stability and sensor performance. The system uses an Arduino Mega microcontroller for control, a gyroscope for motion detection, GPS for location tracking, and GSM for emergency alerts. Each component was individually tested before integration. The device was evaluated for detecting tonic-clonic seizures, verifying audio and SMS alerts, and monitoring performance via a custom mobile app. Field testing over three weeks confirmed its effectiveness, with the buzzer alerting nearby individuals and SMS notifications enabling faster emergency response. The system demonstrated reliable detection of motor seizures with high accuracy and minimal false positives. Future enhancements include miniaturizing the device with a PCB, improving battery life, and integrating EEG monitoring for comprehensive seizure detection.

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Ethical Statement

This study did not involve human subjects, patient data, or clinical testing. The testing procedure consisted exclusively of controlled, non-clinical motion simulations performed by the authors to verify device functionality. According to institutional research guidelines, such engineering validation does not require ethical review.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Engineering Design, Engineering Practice, Systems Engineering

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

May 3, 2026

Submission Date

October 27, 2025

Acceptance Date

April 8, 2026

Published in Issue

Year 2026 Volume: 13 Number: 2

APA
Drbal, A., Drbal, A., & Ehtiwesh, I. (2026). Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System. El-Cezeri, 13(2), 245-253. https://doi.org/10.31202/ecjse.1811960
AMA
1.Drbal A, Drbal A, Ehtiwesh I. Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System. El-Cezeri Journal of Science and Engineering. 2026;13(2):245-253. doi:10.31202/ecjse.1811960
Chicago
Drbal, Ayat, Alaa Drbal, and Ismael Ehtiwesh. 2026. “Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System”. El-Cezeri 13 (2): 245-53. https://doi.org/10.31202/ecjse.1811960.
EndNote
Drbal A, Drbal A, Ehtiwesh I (May 1, 2026) Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System. El-Cezeri 13 2 245–253.
IEEE
[1]A. Drbal, A. Drbal, and I. Ehtiwesh, “Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System”, El-Cezeri Journal of Science and Engineering, vol. 13, no. 2, pp. 245–253, May 2026, doi: 10.31202/ecjse.1811960.
ISNAD
Drbal, Ayat - Drbal, Alaa - Ehtiwesh, Ismael. “Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System”. El-Cezeri 13/2 (May 1, 2026): 245-253. https://doi.org/10.31202/ecjse.1811960.
JAMA
1.Drbal A, Drbal A, Ehtiwesh I. Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System. El-Cezeri Journal of Science and Engineering. 2026;13:245–253.
MLA
Drbal, Ayat, et al. “Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System”. El-Cezeri, vol. 13, no. 2, May 2026, pp. 245-53, doi:10.31202/ecjse.1811960.
Vancouver
1.Ayat Drbal, Alaa Drbal, Ismael Ehtiwesh. Development and Evaluation of a Wearable Real-Time Epileptic Seizure Alert System. El-Cezeri Journal of Science and Engineering. 2026 May 1;13(2):245-53. doi:10.31202/ecjse.1811960
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