IOT-BASEDSMARTDOORSELECTORFORDOUBLE
IOT-BASEDSMARTDOORSELECTORFORDOUBLE
ABSTRACT
This research aims to design and develop an Internet of Things (IoT)-based smart door
lock system by utilizing Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology and the Blynk
application. The system is designed to improve the level of home security by providing a
variety of flexible access methods, including the use of RFID cards, smartphone apps,
and emergency buttons. The prototype method is applied in system development, which
involves creating a physical model to evaluate its performance and functionality. The
test results showed that the system was operating properly, where RFID only responded
to the registered card to unlock, thus increasing access security. Hardware design that
is carried out with an economical approach and simple use of components makes this
system more affordable compared to commercial smart door lock products on the
market. This research shows great potential in increasing efficiency and comfort in
managing home security systems and offers ease of implementation in various types of
housing. Thus, this research makes a significant contribution to the development of
innovative and practical solutions to improve home safety at a lower cost while
providing a sense of security for its occupants.
KEYWORDS smart lock, Internet of Things (IoT), Radio Frequency Identification (RFID),
blynk application, economical.
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INTRODUCTION
Security is a crucial aspect of daily life that provides individuals with a sense
of security and tranquility. Broadly, the concept of security has a significant impact
on personal peace and satisfaction, allowing daily activities to run smoothly without
hindrance. Protection of various aspects of life is carried out through the security of
various things, including houses, buildings, safes, vehicles, electronic goods, and
Jannah, N.F et.al (2024). Iot-Based Smart Door Selector For Double
Security: Integration Of Rfid And Blynk App For Economical Solution.
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everything that needs protection. The simplest example is room security using door
locks, both conventionally (manually) and automatically. Manual door lock systems
often have drawbacks, such as difficulty when unlocking and susceptibility to
damage, loss, or break-in. In addition, manual lock systems are also prone to
duplication, which can reduce the level of security and efficiency of their use
(Aisyah et al., 2022). Developments towards more advanced security technologies,
such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and electronic access control systems, have
been triggered by these vulnerabilities, with the aim of improving the level of
security and convenience of access. One of the common applications of IoT
technology is in supporting smart home systems. Smart home systems are an
example of how IoT architectures operate, where objects in the home are wirelessly
connected to a central gateway to communicate with each other and the home's
occupants. Smart home systems aim to improve the quality of life of their occupants
by increasing convenience, so IoT is widely used to simplify the control and
monitoring of devices in the home environment (Adiono et al., 2019).
Previous research has shown improvements in the field of door security using
modern technology. For example, a study on a smart door system with a proximity
sensor was initiated (Sugihartono et al., 2020), and other research that utilizes the
Blynk application as a smart door controller was conducted (Asman et al., 2020).
As the need for more efficient and adaptive security solutions at home increases,
the implementation of IoT-based smart door locks is a promising alternative. These
systems have great potential to change the paradigm of our interactions with
physical security systems, providing an additional layer of security (Muzaki et al.,
2024).
This research presents a novel smart door system that integrates RFID
technology, buzzers, Blynk applications, LCD displays, and solenoid door locks to
enhance home security in ways that existing technologies do not. By developing a
prototype that employs wireless communication to link a microcontroller with an
Android smartphone featuring an RFID sensor, this system significantly improves
the effectiveness of preventing home break-ins (Kristyawan & Rizhaldi, 2020).
Unlike traditional systems, this smart door not only displays real-time notifications
about the status of locked or open doors on an LCD but also allows users to remotely
control the Smart Door Latch via a user-friendly smartphone app, enabling
activation or deactivation from a distance. This combination of features positions
our system as a more accessible and responsive option in the current market
landscape.
Although the proposed hardware was developed using the Do-It-Yourself
(DIY) method, it still pays attention to the principle that the nodes in a smart home
should be compact, easy to install in various types of homes, and comply with
consumer electronics standards and attractive packaging aspects (not just random
packaging) (Fuada et al., 2023). The benefits of this research include increased
accessibility for consumers, reduced installation costs, and enhanced user
experience, as the compact design and ease of installation make smart home
technology more widely adoptable and appealing to a broader audience.
RESEARCH METHOD
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Based on Figure 2, the working mechanism of the tool in this study is that the
Smart Door Latch will be given an input voltage in the form of a battery. Then,
when the user taps the RFID sensor with the card that has been registered in the
system, ESP8266 controls the SRD-05VDC-SL-C relay so that the DC voltage
flows to the fitting, thus activating the solenoid or cuts off the voltage to deactivate
the solenoid. The relay has a Normally Open (NO) and Normally Close (NC) switch
with an output voltage connected to the NO switch which is then connected to the
solenoid. The solenoid has two working systems, namely Normally Close (NC) and
Normally Open (NO). The main difference lies in the response when it is stressed.
In the NC solenoid, when stressed, the solenoid will elongate (closed), and vice
versa. When the NO solenoid is applied, the solenoid will shorten (open) [5]. Then,
if the solenoid is in the NO state, the I2C LCD will provide a notification display
of the door successfully opened with the green LED on and the buzzer sounds, and
when the solenoid is in the NC state, the I2C LCD will provide a locked door
notification display with the red LED on.
In addition, the Smart Door Latch can be controlled through an app to unlock
the lock from the inside or outside. Then, a button will be provided that can be used
to unlock the lock from inside the room as an additional aid. So that Smart Door
Latch can be accessed in three ways, including: (1) using RFID sensors to unlock
the lock only from outside, (2) through an application on a smartphone to control
from inside or outside, and (3) using a button to unlock only from indoors.
The process of making a Smart Door Latch requires a number of electronic
components that meet the specifications described earlier. Because this research
focuses on the cost aspect, Table 1 details the price list of required electronic
components and the total cost based on prices from national online store references.
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Case Design
To protect the electronic circuit from dust, water splashes, or other dirt, the
Smart Door Latch comes with a hard case. In addition, to suppress the display's
essence, a simple case is designed using a box with a transparent top. This is done
to make it easier for users to see the notification display from the LCD, the color
display of the LED light, and the RFID sensor holder so that the user can properly
scan the sensor. The box case used has a size of 120mm x 200mm x 75mm. The
selection of the size of this case is because it sees that the components needed are
quite a lot, with the size of the components not being small, so a large enough case
is needed. Figure 3 shows a case designed using TinkerCAD with a customized
design size.
a) b)
Figure 3. Simple case design, including (a) front view and (b) side view
Figure 3a shows that the electronic circuit is inside a case box equipped with
glass on the front to display components such as LCDs, LED lights, and RFID
sensors, as seen in Figure 3b. The material used in making the case is ABS plastic,
which is waterproof certainly suitable for outdoor environments, and avoids rust.
In addition, the outer side of the case is provided with a battery compartment so that
users can easily remove the battery to replace the battery when the battery power
has run out.
Creating Apps as Software
The implementation describes the tools for developing the software used in
creating the Smart Door Latch prototype, with a focus on leveraging the Arduino
IDE and integrating it with the Blynk application to create a modern and connected
door control system.
The Blynk application is designed for the Internet of Things (IoT). Some of
the advantages of the Blynk app include the ability to control hardware remotely,
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display sensor data, store data, visualize it, and more. Users can download the Blynk
application for free through the Play Store (Wibowo & Susanto, 2024).
Arduino IDE (Integrated Development Environment) is a software
development platform designed to program and develop applications on various
microcontroller boards, including NodeMCU ESP8266. Microcontrollers refer to
semiconductor devices combining a central processing unit (CPU), memory, and
input/output (I/O) devices in one single chip. Using the Arduino IDE, the
microcontroller acts as the core that controls various diverse electronic projects
(Wibowo & Susanto, 2024).
In the application of the Blynk application, the researchers used two switch
buttons to change the output status of 1 and 2 through the Wi-Fi network. In addition
to Wi-Fi, this system also utilizes a token code as a link between hardware
(NodeMCU ESP8266 WiFi) and the Blynk application.
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a) b)
Figure 6. The availability of door slots and notifications, including (a)
when entered with a registered card and (b) when entered with an
unregistered card,
Based on the experiments that have been carried out in Table 2, there are
several conclusions:
1). In the first experiment, the lock can be opened or the door unlocked, which
shows the advantages of RFID card-based electronic locks.
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2). In the second experiment, when using the ID card, the lock does not open, so
the door remains locked if it does not use an RFID card. Similar results also
occurred during experiments using a driver's license.
Emergency Button Testing
The emergency button or help button is designed as an additional feature to
unlock the door from the inside, providing a solution when access through the app
is lost due to connection issues. This feature ensures that users can still open the
door even if the app can't work. With the emergency button, the device remains
operating effectively in emergency situations, improving the overall reliability and
ease of use of the system. The implementation of this button guarantees that the tool
functions properly under a wide range of conditions, ensuring consistent and secure
access.
RSSI Testing
This research utilizes the ESP8266 module as a device for wireless access.
Based on references (Restyasari et al., 2023), this Wi-Fi module has a maximum
range of up to 70 meters with an RSSI reference of -93 dBm. RSSI is an important
indicator used to evaluate the signal strength received by the device (Fuada et al.,
2021; Fuada & Hendriyana, 2022), in this case, module ESP8266. Therefore,
measurements are made on the ESP8266 module to determine the highest RSSI
value capable of accurately controlling the node. The test is carried out outdoors
with a straight-line configuration without obstruction, where the signal is received
directly. The test distance varied from 5 meters to 30 meters with an interval of
every 5 meters, and the test was carried out five times to obtain the average RSSI
value in dBm. Table 3 displays the results of distance measurements against RSSI
values.
Table 3. RSSI Test Results
Distance (m)
Testing
5 10 15 20 25 30
Signal -49 -70 -83 -87 -91dBm -
Strength dBm dBm dBm dBm
Information Very Signal Weak Very Barely Disconnected
Strong is signal weak Connected
Signal Strong signal Signal
Enough
Based on the test results in Table 3, it can be concluded that the strength of
the Wi-Fi signal is inversely proportional to the distance. At a distance of 5 meters,
the signal is in a very strong condition with a value of -49 dBm, but the signal
quality begins to decline at a distance of 10 meters with a value of -70 dBm, which
is still quite strong. The signal drop was increasingly noticeable at a distance of 15
meters with a value of -83 dBm, and the signal condition continued to deteriorate
at a distance of 20 meters and 25 meters until it reached -91 dBm, indicating that
the signal was almost disconnected. At a distance of 30 meters, the connection
cannot be connected, signifying the effective limit of the signal range of this
module. In addition, this function depends on the signal strength emitted by the Wi-
Fi provider's device.
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Cost Analysis
This section compares the price of smart locks developed in this study with
competitors' products. Based on Table 1, the total price of the components used in
this study is Rp 345,363.00. Although many smart locks are available in the market,
this comparison only covers products sold in Indonesia, as presented in Table 4.
Price data is obtained from local online marketplaces such as Shopee and
Tokopedia. Table 4 contains information about product names, features, and
pricing. The comparison results show that the smart lock designed in this study is
more economical than other commercial products. The study compared aspects
such as the type of smart lock, the need for a Wi-Fi connection, similar features,
and price, while the other advantages of the commercial products listed in the table
were not discussed in detail. Complete information about product features can be
found on the official website of each product.
Most commercial smart home systems offer many advantages, but they
usually come with a compromise in terms of cost. A wide range of smart home
products often require integrated control interface standards [4], so it is not always
compatible in different countries. The products and applications developed in this
study comply with smart home standards and do not violate applicable rules.
Therefore, this system is hoped to provide low-cost smart home access because it
does not require third-party services or independent systems. This allows offline
services to respond more quickly.
It should be noted from Table 4 that there are differences in shape and type
between the smart locks studied and the brands sold on the market. Nonetheless,
the study focuses on smart door slots as an additional security system without
compromising the functionality and feature equations offered by the devices used
in this study and those sold on the market.
CONCLUSION
This research successfully developed an Internet of Things (IoT) smart door
lock system utilizing RFID technology and the Blynk application, aimed at
enhancing home security through multiple access methods, including RFID cards,
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smartphone apps, and emergency buttons. Test results confirm the system operates
effectively, with RFID exclusively accepting registered cards for unlocking and
reliable app control. The economical hardware design and simple component use
make this system more affordable than commercial alternatives. It demonstrates
significant potential for increasing efficiency and comfort in home security
management, making it suitable for various housing types. While the devices
performed as expected, occasional bugs led to suboptimal operation of some
components, indicating the need for further evaluation and refinement of the
system's performance. Future research could focus on addressing these issues,
exploring additional access methods, and enhancing system resilience to ensure
robust home security solutions.
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