I.N.T.E.L Park: Intelligent Networked Technology-Enabled Car Parking System with AI-Powered Face Recognition

Abstract – Urban mobility faces persistent challenges due to inefficient parking systems, traffic congestion, and security concerns. INTELLPARK, an Intelligent Multi-Location Linked IoT-based Car Parking System, presents a comprehensive solution that combines IoT, real-time monitoring, and biometric verification to revolutionize parking management. The system enables users to reserve parking slots remotely, receive live availability updates via WebSocket, and securely enter and exit using face recognition. Built using a modular architecture with Node.js, FastAPI, MongoDB, and ESP8266-based hardware, INTELLIPARK ensures secure, scalable, and location-aware operations. Key innovations include real-time slot synchronization, reservation expiry handling, misuse prevention, and seamless integration of HTTPS-secured camera access. The platform addresses both user convenience and administrative control, offering an efficient, user-centric, and secure parking experience. This paper presents the design, implementation, and testing of INTELLIPARK, positioning it as a robust step toward intelligent urban infrastructure.