Anti-thief Security Control Using SMS and Gprs Connection

This design is conducted in order to benefit and promote the security of the motorcycle by this android application called as anti- thief security control using SMS and GPRS connection that will prevent the units not to be stolen. the design scope is (1) to locate the stolen motorcycle thru SMS and GPRS (2) to send text messages to the owner if someone wants to get the unit. (3) Arduino board was used to control the prototype of the said design and other hardware such as GPS module with external antenna and relay lastly (4) the device that will be place under the seat. The mixed methodology was used to create and promote the design project because it helps to evaluators both contextual and experimental aspect where integration of different theories, ideas and equipment has been used. The prototype was evaluated by seventy-seven 77 respondents. and as the result overall mean 4. 14 gives that the study is accepted by means of evaluation criteria used. the average mean ratings of possible users both for experts and non-experts in motorcycle are from the range of 4. 14 to 4. 6 that means excellent. As a conclusion, the findings of the design were a successful simulated as well as practically implemented based on the indicators. As a recommendation of the evaluators gives based on the analysis of the design are: to conduct more tests in order to improve the efficiency and to enhance the functionality for deeper study that can be integrated to other existing project related to tracking.

Introduction

Currently, motorcycle thefts happen often. The rate of this case is increasing nowadays. Although the PNP Highway Patrol Group is trying to trace the criminals and arrests them, the thieves have many techniques on how to steal it in a short period of time. It is also smuggled out for sale through several routes. It is difficult to track the criminal and the stolen motorcycle to send back to the owner. One way to help prevent the problem is to provide useful information for the owner’s security for their vehicle to protect it from thief.

In today’s generation, the development of technology is arising to compete the demand of the market especially vehicle that is commonly used by the Filipinos as a primary mode of transportation. At any point, security is what a people always looking at more importantly in the business world that is why; this project was created and developed to help in securing important things particularly motorcycles security from the thief.

In this context, the software called “Anti- Thief Security Control Using SMS and GPRS Connection”. This software/ hardware device has the ability to turn off stolen motorcycle vehicle through text message. The developer believes that through this device, it could help lessen the fast rising rate of motorcycle vehicles and can somehow address one of the unsolved problem in our society today.

This project is conducted in order to help and promote the security of the motorcycle by developing a device called Anti – thief Security Control that will prevent the units to be stolen. This Anti – thief Security Control have the following features and capabilities:

1. Tracking. Using GPS coordinates the owner can detect his/her motorcycle
2. This device has the capability to notify the owner’s smartphone through text messages if someone is trying to switch on the motorcycle.
3. It has the ability to turn off stolen motorcycle using the SMS at any point in time. 4. GPS real – time geolocation tracking. Once SIM800 module identifies the owner’s unique number, by sending text message with the direct digits, the GPS fixes the GPS satellites. The GPRS+GPS shield will connect to the network and will send the GPS data through HTTP request. The position of the device in Google Maps can be shown.

To design an Anti – thief Security Control device that has the feature of Google Map access via SMS message. 3. Scope of the Project This project entitled, “Anti- Thief Security Control Using SMS and GPRS Connection” was developed to provide security for vehicles using SMS and GPRS. In its development the project has the following scope: Scope are(1) to locate the stolen motorcycle thru SMS and GPRS (2) to send text messages to the owner if someone wants to get the unit. (3) Arduino board was used to control the prototype of the said design and other hardware such as GPS module with external antenna and relay (4) the device that will be place under the seat.

Review of Related Literature

The significant power of the GPS technology had become a huge aspect in society’s monitoring systems. Knowing one’s location is a very important factor in terms of observing a specific target. When this information is obtained, tracking it down is easy as drawing a line from one point to another. By tracking down the point from which the target had come from, up to the point of which it shall stop, is an easy access since the Global Positioning Satellite System makes this easier for observers to monitor the vehicles course. These are various related literature and studies which will serve as a reference guide in creating, designing and developing the proposed project. Thus, this indicates the concepts and relevant to the present study relating to the other studies. Statements are declared including the name of the author which gave a significant meaning to the completion of this study.

Recently the various anti-theft modules like steering wheel locked equipment, network tracking system and traditional electronic alarm are developed along with client identification and real time performance monitoring. The paper presented by Hyo-Haeng Lee, In-Kwon Park, and Kwang-Seok Hong, "Design and Implementation of a Mobile Devices-Based Real-Time Location Tracking, " this paper proposes a real-time location tracking system using a GPS module for different mobile devices and multiple users.

The researcher focuses on the management and observation of a majority of people that can be foretold. The development was made so that the user may acquire and manage location information of a specified subject using GPS tracking system, which required individuals care in real-time, GPS or Global Positioning System is a network of orbiting satellites that send precise details the signals are obtained by GPS receivers, such as navigation devices and are used to calculate the exact position, speed and time at the vehicles location.

Another studies presented by El-Medany, W. ; Al-Omary, A. ; Al-Hakim, R. ; Al-Irhayim, S. ; Nusaif, M. , "A Cost Effective Real-Time Tracking System Prototype Using Integrated GPS/GPRS Module, " Wireless and Mobile Communications. The researcher presented a real time tracking system that provides an accurate localization of the tracked vehicle with low cost. The system is implemented using GM862 cellular quad band module (GM862-Quad is a Quad Band GPRS Modem requiring only power to operate and it includes SIM Card holder, as well as connectors for Antenna and PCB mounting. A monitoring server and a graphical user interface on a website), using Microsoft SQL Server 2003 and ASP. net is used to view the current location of a vehicle on a specific map. The system provides information regarding the vehicle status such as speed, mileage.

The Real-time Vehicle Tracking System uses satellite technology combined with a comprehensive digital road map link to Google Earth to provide real-time locations and record historical vehicle activity. The vehicle tracking units transmit data to the REMORA servers via GPRS wireless networks every 30 seconds. This information can then be accessed 24 hours a day through any internet connection around the world.

GPS Eye Tracker, a vehicle tracking & fleet management system service provided by Wireless Link Technologies, Inc. provides the most advanced and affordable GPS tracking & asset protection solutions to Logistics Providers, Security Agencies, Freight Haulers, Manufacturer, Auto Finance, Insurance and Rental Equipment companies all across the globe. GPS Eye Tracker improves the management of mobile and remote assets.

A Study on the reliability of Data Transmission of an over the top Network protocol on SMS versus UPD/GPRS. The purpose of this study was to identify an aspect of data transmission that could help address the existing gap between the availability of the second and third generations of mobile telephony in the light of increased demand for growth of machine-to-machine applications using mobile data technology. This study examined the reliability of sending data through SMS interface as an alternative means to transmit data over newer technologies such as GPRS. The research primarily focused on transport performance, and looked into different factors of integrity and reliability, such as transmission time and number of retries. The study was then divided into construction, testing and analysis phases wherein the out was an analysis of the data gathered from around the specific locale.

Methodology

The project was used mixed methodology in defining the proposed system. Mixed methodology is a method that combines qualitative and quantitative research. This type of methodology uses several different measures that include both contextual understanding like interviews or observations along with facts or statistics using these methods that can help the researcher investigate a topic on multiple levels, gaining different views and comprehensive look at the subject. A mixed methodology meshes more than one philosophical perspective allowing for the integration of different theories and ideas.

Methodology is the process used to gather and analyze data needed to answer the research questions guiding a study. Strive for clarity and accuracy when describing each step of the methods you used when conducting your research and explain why the researchers chose this certain method over others. A prototype is a rudimentary working model of a product or information system, usually built for demonstration purposes or as part of the development process. In the systems development life cycle (SDLC) Prototyping Model, a basic version of the system is built, tested, and then reworked as necessary until an acceptable prototype is finally achieved from which the complete system or product can now be developed.

Project Description, Design and Hardware Components

SMS and GPRS Connection is an instrument that is capable of somewhat stopping the engine, locating the whereabouts of a motorcycle and securing it from thieves and intruders this is one part of the said project. The project is equipped with a microcontroller and other important devices that uses GSM and GPS technologies to operate.

The microcontroller Arduino Uno is responsible for all the activities of the operation that will connect to other hardware components such as the GSM and GPS Module, Relay and the Power Supply.

Following is the step – by – step procedures were done during the fabrication of the project prototype. It discusses the research methods that will be implemented in gathering the necessary data. It represents the research design and instrument that will be used, the data gathering procedures, and the software development model.

Data Gathering

These are the following instruments or tools for gathering data in research used as basis to draw a conclusion. Some of these tools are questionnaires, survey, interviews, system evaluation, observation and analysis of data will be used by the proponents as conducting the proposed project. Percentage was used to get the total respondent and weighted mean was used for computing the software evaluation for each criteria under the ISO 9126 such as Functionality, Reliability, Usability, Efficiency, Maintainability and Portability. . And to determine the said interpretation the Five – point Likert Scale was used.

Result and Discussion

Software testing was used for the said project for as to evaluate either the project is working properly or there are some error that the proponents need to changed. The prototype Anti – Thief Security Control using SMS and GPRS Connection was tested to a motorcycle. The connection of the transmitter and the receiver of the motorcycle tracking device and mobile phone of the motorcycle owner were tested to verify the reliability of the data sent using different providers. This was done by moving the motorcycle, in order to send a message to the mobile phone of the motorcycle owner. The GPS of motorcycle tracking device was also tested to checked the accuracy by giving the correct coordinates to the mobile phone of the motorcycle owner using different providers. Also the engine stop was tested to mobile phone using different network providers to check the functionality and performance of the relay circuit of a microcontroller to stop the motorcycle.

Summary findings

Based on the analysis and interpretation of data shown in chapter 4, the following are the summarize findings: The profile of the respondents. It can be seen that there are 77 or 100% population of the motorcycle owner that evaluated the device. The Perception of the respondents’ usability of the developed “Anti-Thief Security Control Using SMS and GPRS Connection” in the overall evaluation criteria was computed mean average of 4. 50 and was scaled as “Excellent”.

Conclusion

In this research a successful simulation as well as practical implementation of motorcycle tracking device has been done. The proposed system is composed of a complete hardware prototype. The motorcycle vehicle location had been also determined; this important information will be sent to the smart phone of the responsible owner. Moreover, this information can be visualized and tracked via Google Maps. This project also has the ability to remotely stop motorcycle by texting in time of thief. Based on the findings of the respondents, we the proponents, therefore conclude that the development of the Prototype Project “Anti – Thief Security Control using SMS and GPRS Connection” is encouraged. The findings of the design were a successful simulated as well as practically implemented based on the indicators.

Recommendation

After mentioning the aforementioned findings and conclusion, the following recommendation can be considered: The development of the Prototype Project “Anti – Thief Security Control using SMS and GPRS Connection” is encouraged. The evaluators gives based on the analysis of the design are: to conduct more tests in order to improve the efficiency and to enhance the functionality for deeper study that can be integrated to other existing project related to tracking.