Best Paper
THU-SSS-EEEA-01
CAMERA-CONTROLLED GARAGE ACCESS SYSTEM
Abstract
The article presents the design and implementation of an automated garage access control system based on license plate recognition and IoT communication. The system combines image processing techniques with embedded control, using a Python-based script to detect and verify vehicle plates through the OpenALPR library. Once a valid license plate is recognized, the system transmits an HTTP request to an ESP32 microcontroller, which controls physical devices such as a stepper motor and an RGB LED strip. The ESP32 handles both real-time hardware operations and wireless communication, providing a cost-effective and scalable platform for secure access control. The article reviews the hardware and software architecture, communication protocols, and system logic, and discusses the potential improvements for real-world application. As a result, the system demonstrates a functional prototype of a smart, contactless, and automated entry system suitable for small-scale private or industrial use.
Keywords
ESP32, License Plate Recognition, ALPR, HTTP Communication, Automation, Garage Access Control
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