Parking management with mobile NFC authentication

Ng, Sin Yee (2025) Parking management with mobile NFC authentication. Final Year Project, UTAR.

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Abstract

This project introduces a mobile application aimed at transforming residential parking management through the use of Near Field Communication (NFC) technology for secure and efficient vehicle authentication. Designed to meet the needs of residents, management, and visitors, the application offers a comprehensive solution to common parking challenges such as unauthorized access, poor space utilization, and lack of real-time monitoring. The key innovation of this system is its integration of NFC-based authentication. Vehicles are equipped with NFC tags containing specific data, which management can scan to verify parking authorization. If a tag fails to return valid data, it may indicate a counterfeit, allowing management to take immediate action and prevent unauthorized parking. This improves both security and transparency in the parking process. To support daily use, the application also enables residents to report illegal parking through a built-in reporting module and request temporary spots if their designated space is taken. For visitors, the system streamlines parking access: residents can reserve a spot and generate a unique reference code. Visitors enter this code into the application to receive their assigned parking lot, ensuring that only approved guests gain access. The management team benefits from a real-time overview of parking occupancy, allowing them to monitor space usage and respond promptly to reported issues. A visual floor plan aids visitors in navigating to their assigned spots, further enhancing usability. Unlike existing solutions, which often address only a portion of the parking management process, this application provides a fully integrated system that combines secure vehicle verification, resident engagement, visitor access control, and real-time administrative tools. The objective is to develop a reliable, intuitive mobile application that leverages NFC for secure sticker validation, facilitates efficient space allocation, and improves communication among users. By enhancing both the security and convenience of parking management, this solution aims to reduce unauthorized parking incidents, optimize space usage, and provide a better experience for all stakeholders. Area of Study (Minimum 1 and Maximum 2): Mobile Applications, Wireless Communication Technology Keywords (Minimum 5 and Maximum 10): NFC Authentication, Parking Management, Mobile Application, Visitor Access, Real-Time Monitoring, Illegal Parking Reporting, Resident Management, Parking Allocation, Secure Vehicle Verification

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