Design and Implementation of a Password-Based Smart Door Lock System with GSM-Based Alert and Surveillance.
  • Author(s): Francis Ikechukwu Obianke ; Emmanuel Chukwuka Obianke; Godswill Uche Obianke
  • Paper ID: 1716218
  • Page: 5038-5052
  • Published Date: 01-07-2026
  • Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
  • Publisher: IRE Journals
  • e-ISSN: 2456-8880
  • Volume/Issue: Volume 9 Issue 10 April-2026
Abstract

This study describes the development of a secure and affordable password-based smart door lock system built using an Arduino microcontroller. The system combines a keypad for user input, a camera module for monitoring, GSM communication for alerts, and a servo motor to control the locking mechanism. Access is granted when a user enters the correct password through the keypad, after which the servo motor automatically unlocks the door. To enhance security, the system sends real-time notifications via GSM and provides local surveillance through the camera module. It is designed to operate independently without relying on a constant Internet connection, making it suitable for areas with limited network availability. The embedded real-time control logic ensures fast response and smooth standalone operation. Experimental results demonstrate that the system is reliable, efficient, and cost-effective, making it a practical solution for improving security in residential and office environments.

Keywords

Arduino Microcontroller, GSM Alerts, Servo Motor, Smart Lock, Surveillance.

Citations

IRE Journals:
Francis Ikechukwu Obianke , Emmanuel Chukwuka Obianke, Godswill Uche Obianke "Design and Implementation of a Password-Based Smart Door Lock System with GSM-Based Alert and Surveillance." Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 9 Issue 10 2026 Page 5038-5052 https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1716218

IEEE:
Francis Ikechukwu Obianke , Emmanuel Chukwuka Obianke, Godswill Uche Obianke "Design and Implementation of a Password-Based Smart Door Lock System with GSM-Based Alert and Surveillance." Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 9(10) https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV9I10-1716218