A RFID Based Campus Wide Payment System
Software EngineeringArtificial Intelligence
Summary
The authors created a cashless payment system for schools using RFID cards and a Raspberry Pi computer. This system allows students to easily pay for things like food, tuition, and fines using a card, with all transactions updated in real time on a central database. They designed the system to be secure and easy to use through a web interface. The authors also looked at similar RFID systems, and suggest future improvements like wearable devices and blockchain. Their work shows this approach can make campus payments simpler and more efficient.
Authors
Miraj Uddin Chowdhury, MD Khairul Islam Prime
Abstract
This work titled "RFID Based Campuswide Payment System" introduces an innovative cashless payment solution for educational institutions. It uses RFID cards and a Raspberry Pi to enable hassle free payments for various campus services, such as cafeteria purchases, tuition fees, and library fines. A centralized database ensures real-time updates on transactions and account balances, accessible through a simple and user-friendly web interface. This work is involved in designing a secure system with object-oriented principles, setting up databases, and integrating hardware like RFID readers with a Raspberry Pi. The systems are proved to be a cost-effective and efficient alternative to traditional payment methods, enhancing convenience and security for students and administrators. The study also explored similar RFID applications, like smart parking and attendance systems, to identify challenges and improvements. Looking ahead, it envisions features like wearable RFID devices, voice-activated payments, and blockchain integration to boost security and usability. Results show that this system simplifies campus payments and has the potential for broader adoption in similar environments.