IBM Iot - Cloud Lock

Team - The Observers

Member access to CNC and Laser CutterAccess via industrial overhead doorElectronic locking solenoid on door

Proto Client- Raleigh MakerSpace

RF lock controller sold separately - $Needs a key fob remote - $Controller holds limited number of remotesMust hold button while opening doorCan overheat solenoid (on 2nd unit now)Lost key can require retraining all codes

The Challenge - Electronic Access

Rapid Prototype for Proof of ConceptSmartphone - ubiquitous accessIBM Internet of Things Service - MQTTNode-RED - visual programmingArduino Yun - versatile real world I/O

The Solution - IBM Bluemix

Smartphone sends Access CodeNode-RED verifies Access CodeUn-lock command sent to Arduino YunDoor is re-locked after specified time

Technical Approach

No key fob purchase, programmingAdd new users easilyNo holding button while opening doorProtects solenoid from overheatingEasily revoke user access

Results and Benefits

Test with valid code

Test with invalid code

Demo

Pair request with phone IDAccess based alertsLocalize access requests via iBeconDatabase for utilization analysisAdd battery backup, LED lightingPredictive maintenance analysis

Untapped Potential

Adding device to WiFi networkUpdating code on device in the fieldLocal operation if WiFi/Cloud is downWiFi coverage to all needed locations

Challenges

Industrial clients with loading/delivery docksHigh security environmentsUnsupervised Locations

Target Market

RF ID Card (can be lost/borrowed)Mechanical Key (can be lost, picked, copied)Keypad (keycode can be borrowed)Fingerprint (expensive)

Existing Solution Shortcomings

Define minimal feature set for prototypeShort run and test market with customersWoo early adopters/evangelistsSell it to AppleBoat Drinks for Everyone!

Path to Market