Security and Usability Improvement on a Digital Door Lock System based on Internet of Things

Abstract

Recently, digital door locks have been widely used as part of the IoT (Internet of Things). However, the media has reported digital door locks being opened by invalid users to invade homes and offices. In this study, a digital door lock system that can work with the IoT environment is proposed. It is designed and implemented to enhance security and convenience. The proposed system provides strengthened security functions that can transfer recorded images to a user’s mobile device when an invalid user attempts an illegal operation; it can also deliver alarm information to the mobile device when the door lock is physically damaged. The proposed system enables a user to check the access information and remotely operate the door lock to enhance convenience.