SUMAN EDUCATIONAL TRUST’S
DILKAP RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING
AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES
illage Mamdapur, Post Neral, Tal:Karjat, Dist:Raigad - 410101
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Project Title:
“Bluetooth to Bluetooth Chat”
B.E SEM VII Major Project
Project Synopsis
Project Members:
Atharva V. Shelke
Ronit Sarkar
Manish Mahimkar
Sahilkumar Basude
Academic Year: 2025-2026
uide:
G HOD:
r. Prachi Gadhire
D Dr. Prachi Gadhire
Section 1: Introduction
raditional messaging apps require internet connectivity through cellular data
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or Wi-Fi. However, in environments where internet access is unreliable,
unavailable, or intentionally restricted—such as remote worksites, disaster
zones, or large campuses—communication becomes difficult. This poses a
significant problem for businesses and organizations that rely on real-time
coordination and messaging.
his project introduces a Bluetooth-based Business-to-Business (B2B) Chat
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application for Android devices, utilizing Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) to form a
mesh network. This network enables nearby devices (within approximately
30–100 meters) to connect directly and relay messages even if the sender
and recipient are not in immediate range. As users move, their devices act as
nodes, dynamically extending the range of the network by passing messages
between devices in a hop-by-hop fashion.
nlike traditional one-to-one Bluetooth connections, mesh networking allows
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for multi-hop message propagation, creating an ad-hoc decentralized network.
This system will be developed natively for Android using Kotlin and the
Android Bluetooth stack. A custom message relay protocol will manage
message forwarding, routing, and loop prevention. The app will support offline
message delivery, device discovery, secure pairing, and basic data encryption
to prevent eavesdropping.
Potential real-world applications include:
● C ommunication during natural disasters, where infrastructure is
destroyed
● Secure and instant messaging in military or emergency field operations
● Internal messaging in large facilities, factories, or mines
● Educational campuses or conferences, where internet congestion or
costs are high
The app will have a simple user interface showing:
● nline nearby users (in range)
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● Chat windows for peer-to-peer communication
● Message queueing and delivery status
● Device node ID and routing stats (for debug)
he main technical challenge is creating a reliable, battery-efficient mesh relay
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protocol that avoids duplicate delivery and ensures privacy. To keep the app
lightweight, local SQLite storage will be used for chat logs, and message
timeouts or TTL (time-to-live) can be implemented to clean up undelivered
packets.
nlike centralized systems, this chat system does not rely on any server or
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internet connection. It is ideal for situations where offline resilience, privacy,
and low-cost communication are essential.
his project will serve as a proof-of-concept for how smartphones can be
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turned into infrastructure-free communication devices, empowering users to
stay connected even in disconnected environments.
Section 2: Objective
o design and develop an Android-based chat application that enables offline,
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peer-to-peer messaging using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) mesh networking.
The goal is to build a resilient, decentralized communication tool that functions
without internet or cellular connectivity, particularly suited for remote,
emergency, or infrastructure-constrained environments.
Section 3: Scope
he project focuses on device-to-device communication within short to
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mid-range distances using Bluetooth. It supports text-based 1-on-1
messaging, automatic device discovery, message relaying through
intermediate nodes, and basic encryption. It does not cover multimedia,
internet sync, or long-range communication. Future enhancements could
include file transfers, offline group chat, or Wi-Fi Direct integration.
Section 4: Methodology
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● evelopment Platform: Android Studio (Kotlin)
● Bluetooth Stack: Android BLE APIs
● Mesh Logic: Custom message routing algorithm with TTL and node
caching
● Storage: SQLite for local chat history
● UI: XML layout with Material Design components
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evices periodically broadcast presence and scan for nearby peers. On
connection, messages are exchanged or relayed based on stored path
data.
gile methodology will be followed, with iterative testing across physical
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devices.
Section 5: Literature Survey
esearch in ad-hoc networking, BLE Mesh, and Delay-Tolerant Networks
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(DTN) highlights how mobile mesh networks enable communication in
disconnected scenarios. Frameworks like Google’s Nearby API and
open-source tools like Bridgefy or Briar inspired aspects of this solution.
Studies in IEEE journals emphasize routing challenges, device discovery
overhead, and energy optimization. This project aims to create a minimalist
solution focused on B2B or operational messaging needs in offline
environments.
Section 6: Hardware Requirements
● or more Android smartphones (Android 8.0 or higher)
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● Bluetooth 4.0+ hardware
● Charging setup for prolonged testing
● Optional: Devices with BLE logs for debugging
Section 7: Software Requirements
● Android Studio
● Kotlin SDK
● SQLite3
● Gradle build tools
● Bluetooth logging/analysis tools (nRF Connect, etc.)
Section 8: Programming Languages & Frameworks
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● anguage: Kotlin
● Bluetooth: Android BLE APIs
● atabase: SQLite
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● UI/UX: Jetpack, XML layouts
● Optional Libraries: Coroutine, Room, Retrofit (for future sync)
● Testing: Android Emulator (for UI), Physical Devices (for BLE testing)
Section 9: References
" Bluetooth Mesh Networking Overview," Bluetooth SIG
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● IEEE Communications: “Mobile Ad-Hoc Networking and Bluetooth Mesh
Routing”
● Android BLE Documentation – [Link]
● Bridgefy:[Link]
● "Offline Messaging Systems using Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Direct," ACM
Conference 2022
● Briar Secure Messaging Project:[Link]
