Zhixing Yuan¹ and Jonathan Sahagun², ¹USA, ²California State Polytechnic University, USA

This paper presents Pottyping, an intelligent mobile application that prevents users from sitting excessively long on the toilet by integrating distance sensors with a timer-based notification system [1]. The project addresses the growing issue of sedentary bathroom habits caused by smartphone distractions. The system automatically detects when a user sits and triggers an alarm after a preset duration, helping raise time awareness. Developed using Flutter and Firebase, Pottyping synchronizes device data with a user-friendly mobile interface [2]. Experimental results show a 95.5% detection accuracy and a 36.6% reduction in average sitting time after five days of use. Comparisons with related IoT and behavioral monitoring methodologies highlight Pottyping's unique focus on individual wellness rather than sanitation or posture correction [3]. Overall, Pottyping demonstrates how affordable sensor technology and behavioral design can promote better hygiene, reduce health risks, and encourage healthier daily routines.

Distance sensor, Mobile application, Health awareness, IoT, Firebase