International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development

Hand Gesture Control Light using Arduino is an innovative system that enables users to control electrical lights through hand movements without physical contact. The main objective of this project is to provide a smart, touch-free lighting solution using gesture recognition technology. The system uses a camera and computer vision techniques with Media Pipe and NumPy to detect hand gestures, which are processed and transmitted to an Arduino board through serial communication. Based on the recognized gesture, the Arduino controls the switching operation of lights such as turning ON or OFF. This technology improves convenience, energy efficiency, and hygiene by eliminating the need for traditional switches. The proposed system can be effectively used in smart homes, automation systems, and assistive environments for physically challenged individuals. The project demonstrates a low-cost, user-friendly, and efficient approach toward home automation using embedded systems and gesture recognition.

Shivani Kantale, Shraddha Adgokar, Shrutika Shirpate, Sujata Pundkar, Ritesh Wani,"Hand Gesture Control Using Arduino" International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development, V9(1): Page(2088-2092) Jan-Feb 2026. ISSN: 2581-7175. www.ijsred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.