Project Abstract

Abstract
The design and implementation of a remote control door opener system is the focus of this research project. The system aims to provide a convenient and secure way to remotely control the opening and closing of doors in various applications such as homes, offices, and other facilities. The project utilizes a combination of hardware and software components to achieve the desired functionality. The hardware components of the system include a microcontroller, a motor driver, a wireless communication module, and a motor to physically open and close the door. The microcontroller serves as the brain of the system, processing input signals from the remote control and sending the appropriate commands to the motor driver to operate the motor. The wireless communication module enables communication between the remote control and the system, allowing users to send commands wirelessly to open or close the door. On the software side, the system is programmed to interpret signals received from the remote control and translate them into commands for the motor driver. The software also includes security features to prevent unauthorized access to the system, such as encryption protocols and password protection. Additionally, the software is designed to be user-friendly, with simple and intuitive controls for easy operation. The implementation of the remote control door opener system involves integrating the hardware components, writing and uploading the software code to the microcontroller, and testing the system for functionality and reliability. The system is designed to be easily installed on existing doors, making it a cost-effective solution for upgrading traditional door locking mechanisms. The remote control door opener system offers several advantages over traditional door opening methods. It provides convenience to users by allowing them to open or close doors remotely without the need to physically touch the door. This is particularly useful in situations where hands-free operation is desired, such as when carrying groceries or luggage. The system also enhances security by allowing users to control access to their property from a distance, reducing the risk of unauthorized entry. Overall, the design and implementation of the remote control door opener system present a practical and innovative solution for improving door access control in various environments. The system's combination of hardware and software components offers a reliable and user-friendly way to remotely operate doors while enhancing security and convenience for users.

Project Overview

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of Study

Security describes protection of life and property. There are doors to keep people out, key locks and chains reinforce the mode of security. Doors are being made of metals not just wood anymore. Influential persons in our society have bullet proof doors to ensure a good measure of security of self and family. The system has become necessary at this time when crime has remain on the ever increase, despite the efforts of the various security agents, it has equally becomes necessary to have control of access to some entrance, since it goes a long way to limit the accessibility of unauthorized persons in restricted areas. This has brought about the need to review the reliability of already existing systems and look into the possibility of creating better systems that are smarter and more secure. Hence, the design of a remote control door opener.

A remote control door opener system is an access control system that allows only authorized persons to access a restricted area, this system is best suitable for co-operate offices and home security. The design uses a 4017 decade counter based digital lock, it comprises of a small electronic unit which is fixed at the door entry to control the door mechanism, especially when the relay is energized it will drive the motor in clockwise direction for the door to open and anti-clockwise direction for the door to be closed. It is developed for a system to enable users to use only a customized remote to open doors at restricted zones.

1.2     Aim/Objectives

The aim of this project is to design and implement a remote control door opener. Therefore, the specific objectives of the project are as follows:

1.        To design a suitable 5v power supply

2.        To design a remote control door using TC4017 Decade counters

3.        To Interface the remote transmitter using 555 timers

4.        To Implement automatic Door control mechanism driving dc motor in both directions

1.3 Significance of the Study

The benefit of this project work cannot be overemphasized. This is because it would help to develop the ability of our potential and also increase our knowledge in electronic design. This design methodology offers security of lives and properties

This work will also benefit the economy as it help to reduce crime rate thereby affecting the economy positively. In commercial setting, this can be used as a revenue source. Finally, it will serve as basic technology advancement to students in engineering field of study since it will aid students who intends to carryout similar design.

1.4 Scope of the Project

The scope of this project is centered on design and implementation of a remote control door opener. This kind of project can also be used for different designs such as box, safe, gates, doors or garages.

Also, the remote control (RF) would access the door within the frequency range of 38kHz.

Furthermore, the scope will include in the design a door switch using a customized remote to open doors in order to avoid unauthorized persons from entering restricted areas.

1.5 Limitation of the Project

During the process of this project design, lots of difficulties were encountered that is:

1.  Finance

2.  Unavailability of some raw materials for the research work.

3.  Time was another serious issue which was significant in the research required for this work.

1.6 Project Report Organization

The organization of this project report is well detailed and vast in its coverage because it covers all the activities encountered during the project design. Chapter One of this work took care of the Introduction, Background, Aims and objective, significance, scope, limitations and Project report organization. Chapter Two highlight on literature review where it reviews and discusses past work of other authors on the subject matter. Chapter Three highlight design methodology. Chapter Four highlight on the implementation and testing. Chapter Five is all about the conclusions problem encountered recommendation and cost of the project.