An internet of things-driven smart key system with real-time alerts: innovations in hotel security

This paper presents an innovative smart key system designed to enhance the safety and convenience of hotel guests. The system employs an iterative, agile approach encompassing the phases of requirement analysis, design, implementation, and testing. Key components of the input circuitry include limit switches, RFID-RC522 and SW420 vibration sensors, which collectively gather data. This data is processed using an Arduino Uno microcontroller and integrated with internet of things (IoT) technology. On the output side, the system incorporates a solenoid lock and is capable of promptly notifying users via Telegram in response to unauthorized access attempts. Importantly, the system can distinguish between vibrations caused by unauthorized entry and those from legitimate usage. Rigorous testing validates its efficacy, issuing Telegram alerts promptly when detecting security breaches. This technological advancement significantly enhances hotel room security, providing an intelligent real-time solution. The fusion of IoT, Arduino microcontroller, and precise sensor configuration underscores the system's reliability, setting new benchmarks for security in the hospitality sector. The comprehensive approach detailed in this paper offers valuable insights applicable to a wide range of security applications.