International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET) e-ISSN: 2395-0056 Volume: 11 Issue: 06 | Jun 2024
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Smart Solution for Smart Schools: NFC-Based Attendance System Oguzhan Sali1, Hatice Okumus1 1 Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Karadeniz Technical University, Trabzon, Turkey
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Abstract - The use of Near Field Communication (NFC)
Application Security Domain (ASD) to ensure the security of NFC communications [8]. Another thesis by Karabulut focused on developing a mobile facial recognition application named 'Davetli', utilizing near-field communication technology in wireless applications. During its implementation, Microsoft's Face API and JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) were used for face recognition and data transfer. In this application, previously invited guests' photos and personal information were recorded in the database. The design allowed entry to the event by reading guests' personal data from NFC cards and verifying their location and date [9 ]. Mazumdar et al. worked on developing a contactless student tracking system for higher education students returning to education after the Covid-19 pandemic. This application, using RFID technology and NFC, was designed to record student and faculty information and create a database. Students and faculty performed the registration by scanning their NFC-enabled mobile devices against each other's devices, offering a contactless, healthy, and time-efficient solution [10 ]. Research by Singh et al. in India, the world's second most populous country, developed an IoT-based project to prevent the wastage of the high volumes of consumed drinking water. This project integrated NFC and SCADA systems to monitor water usage, facilitating the tracking of sensors in the SCADA system and interactions between users and devices through this integrated system [11]. Attaran et al. developed an NFC reader antenna design for use in automotive door handles and operating mechanisms. This design aimed to leverage the security features of near-field communication in key parts of automobiles and door handles. The study used the NFC antenna of a Samsung Galaxy S8 and a chrome plate, with a ferrite plate added to enhance connection quality and power efficiency [12].
technology offers significant advantages such as increasing security through encrypted data transfer, enhancing scalability for larger classes or institutions, reducing environmental impact by minimizing paper use and many more. This study explores the integration of NFC technology into educational settings to enhance the process of taking attendance. Utilizing NFC-equipped student ID cards, the system captures card IDs through an NFC tag reader. These IDs are processed by a Raspberry Pi, which verifies them via an internet connection to retrieve corresponding student information. This data is then relayed to a computer interface, culminating in the generation of an attendance list. The proposed system offers significant advantages including reducing administrative burden and improving accuracy in attendance tracking underscoring its potential for broader applications within educational institutions. Key Words: Near Field Communication, Raspberry Pi, Attendance System, University Education, Prototype Process
1.INTRODUCTION In recent years, technological advancements have transformed the operations of many industries and brought profound changes to our daily lives. Wireless communication technologies such as Near Field Communication (NFC), Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), biometric systems, and QR codes are effectively utilized in various applications in technological devices. These technologies are widely preferred for granting access permissions [1-2], paying public transport fees [3], and executing banking transactions [4,5]. The education sector, in particular, has been significantly affected by digitalization and automation processes. While traditional manual attendance systems are time-consuming and prone to data entry errors, these technological solutions accelerate processes and enhance accuracy in educational institutions. Research in this area can be found in the literature [6-7].
This study implements the application of NFC technology in the field of education. Students' ID cards, equipped with NFC tags, are scanned by an NFC tag reader. Following this process, the card ID from each student's card is retrieved and sent to a Raspberry Pi. The card ID is then verified over an internet address to fetch student information. This step is performed using the wireless capabilities of the Raspberry Pi. The retrieved student information is transmitted from the Raspberry Pi to a computer interface, where an attendance list is generated. This system allows for a faster and more reliable method of taking attendance during class without the need for circulating paper lists. This approach not only speeds up the process through contactless card scanning but also offers a more hygienic and safer way to manage
In his thesis, Dindar explored the topic of 'NFC and Its Applications', developing a mobile payment application by researching secure payment methods. The study extensively examined the working modes and hardware architectures of NFC in comparison with other contactless communication technologies like Bluetooth, and discussed potential security breaches in mobile payment transactions using NFC cards, such as data corruption, eavesdropping, and Man in the Middle attacks, highlighting necessary preventive measures. The implementation of the application required the use of an
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