The paper proposes an innovative approach to tackle the pressing issue of efficient parking space management amidst the backdrop of rapid urbanization and escalating vehicle ownership rates. Through the amalgamation of Internet of Things (IoT) technology and ultrasonic sensors, the Smart Parking Slot Management System (SPSMS) emerges as a promising solution. Within this system, IoT-enabled devices, particularly ultrasonic sensors, are strategically deployed within parking slots to constantly monitor their occupancy status in real-time. These sensors function by detecting the presence or absence of vehicles through precise measurements of the distance between the sensor and the ground surface. Subsequently, the collected data is seamlessly transmitted wirelessly to a centralized server or cloud-based platform via internet connectivity. Upon reception of sensor data, the central server undertakes robust processing and analysis to ascertain the availability of parking slots within the designated area. End-users can conveniently access this pertinent information through a dedicated mobile application or a web interface, facilitating effortless identification and reservation of vacant parking spaces. The system further enhances user experience by incorporating automated notifications, alerting users to nearby available parking slots, alongside real-time updates on parking availability and robust reservation management functionalities. Keywords: Internet of Things, Thing Speak, Arduino Uno, ultrasonic sensor, Node MCU.
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