Camera-based security system featured with laser detection and warning

Abstract

Recent advancements in camera-based technologies have heightened security demands across various sectors. Cameras now play a pivotal role in traffic management, disease screening, industrial automation, and facial recognition. Nonetheless, many existing solutions are prohibitively expensive and complex, limiting the accessibility for broader applications. This paper introduces an innovative, low-cost, and compact security system utilizing the ESP32-CAM kit, which integrates a microcontroller with a built-in camera and Wi-Fi . Our system is engineered to detect unauthorized individuals in residential settings and parking facilities, employing a laser sensor to trigger alerts via a buzzer and capture photographic evidence for subsequent analysis. Anomalies identified by the system are seamlessly transmitted to cloud storage over Wi-Fi, ensuring real-time monitoring and response. Designed for easy installation and affordability, our system holds significant promise for enhancing security in homes and public areas. Through comprehensive experiments and evaluations, we validate the system's feasibility and effectiveness, demonstrating its potential as a transformative solution in the security landscape.