1.

Methodology

Project Phases

1. Planning:
The planning phase involved discussing solutions to address the safe
management of student attendance and departure processes.
2. Design
The project was designed using simulation software that closely mimics the
hardware implementation
3. Implementation
Hardware prototyping was done using Arduino microcontrollers, RFID
readers, Bluetooth modules, and passive tags. The software was coded in C++
using Arduino IDE.
4. Testing
Testing includes unit and integration tests to ensure the functionality of
individual components and the overall system in a software simulation
environment

The project followed a simple, multi-stage methodology that contributed to ensuring

the creation of an effective integrated solution for safe passage to school..

Completed Tasks Tasks to be worked on

(During the graduation project 1) (During the graduation project 2)

• Allowing a student belonging to the school
to enter using RFID technology.
• Pairing the student with his driver via
Bluetooth technology.
• Notifying the student of the arrival of his
driver at the waiting area via a notification
that appears on the student’s bracelet.
• Perform a close simulation of the hardware
implementation.
• Implementation of the project in hardware
• Providing a way to make the school
administration aware of the number of
absent students
• Providing a way to let the school
administration know which parents have
reached the waiting area
• Providing a means to show an alert that
there are students inside the school before
the school supervisor leaves.
• Distribute signs indicating the color of the
waiting area in an appropriate manner to
ensure that parking is conducted in an
orderly manner

Project Timeline Table

Hardware Components and Design

The hardware prototyping uses the following components:
1. Arduino Uno Rev3 Microcontroller
2. Arduino Micro with Headers [A000053]
3. RFID Module (125kHz RFID reader and tags)
4. Bluetooth Module HC-05
5. 16x2 LCD Display Module
6. Vibration Motor Module
7. DC Coreless Vibrating Motor
 • Arduino Uno Rev3 Microcontroller:

A small computer that controls and manages other components in the system.
: The father (driver) will be in control of the operation of the device.
• Arduino Micro with Headers [A000053:[

Another type of small computer designed for specific tasks, equipped with
connectors for easy connections.
: It will be in charge of making the student's bracelet
• RFID Module (125kHz RFID reader and tags):
Technology for reading and identifying RFID tags using radio frequencies.
: It will be the technology used in the process of allowing the student to enter the
school
• Bluetooth Module HC-05:

A device enabling wireless communication between the system and other Bluetooth-
enabled devices.
:The technology used in the student pairing process will be a driver for the student
notification process.
• 16x2 LCD Display Module:

A visual interface displaying information with 16 characters in 2 rows.

: It will be a means of showing the driver's location in the waiting area
• DC Coreless Vibrating Motor
A specific type of motor producing vibrations, possibly for haptic feedback in the
system.
: The way to notify the student will be through vibration.
 1. Introduction
Student safety is a top priority for schools, especially during busy dismissal times
when children are exiting school premises. However, manually monitoring student
exits and coordinating parent pickups can be extremely challenging and inefficient.
This project aims to develop an embedded system to enable fast yet safe student
passage when leaving school.

Abstract
This project aims to improve student exit efficiency and safety using RFID and
Bluetooth. The system, with an RFID reader and Bluetooth module in a wearable tag,
automates attendance tracking and parent notifications. Initial tests show over 95%
accuracy and under 1-minute parent alerts. Ongoing work aims to optimize
performance for real-world use, enhancing school safety during pick-up

The project objectives are to:

• Accurately track student exits in real-time

• Instantly notify parents of pickup location via Bluetooth
• Reduce time spent on manual attendance procedures
• Enhance child safety by minimizing confusion during pickups

Figure: A RFID Bracelet for Access Control

RFID Uses and Applications
• Transportation: toll collection, cargo management, equipment identification,
automatic payment, etc.
• Security: employee ID cards for office and hotels; Nursing homes and hospitals.
car keys; Video stores and libraries. casino chips/keys; etc.
• medical: restrict access; tracking of patients and guests using authorized
wristbands;
• child tracking (to reduce the risk of kidnapping); medication and equipment
tracking;

Figure 3.1: Basic RFID System

2. Theoretical Framework

This project is grounded in key concepts around embedded systems, RFID technology,
and Bluetooth communication protocols.

RFID Work Principle

An RFID system always consists of two components:
• RFID tag (Transceiver): It is located on the thing or person that will be
identified.
• RFID Reader (Enquirer): which reads the information on the transceiver.
After getting the information from the transceiver, the reader sends the information to
a host, or software system, to be stored and read.
Bluetooth Work Principle

Bluetooth protocols allow connected devices to communicate wirelessly via short-

range radio. Bluetooth standards define procedures for device pairing, data
packetization, and security. The project utilizes Bluetooth for bidirectional links
between the student tag and parent phone.

Figure: Bluetooth protocols allow connected devices to communicate wirelessly