Morehead State University
Testing, Development, and Implementation of an Improved Security System, Involving Electrical, Mechanical, and Data Communication Solutions
Institution
Morehead State University
Faculty Advisor/ Mentor
William Grisé
Abstract
The project focused on the analysis and solution development of an individual dooralarm security system at a self-storage facility. An improved system was designed to address recurring failure points, instability issues, and consequential legal concerns. Preliminary, on-site investigations led to extensive research and experimentation. Possible solutions were developed and tested in a laboratory setting, to determine system parameters. The principal solution component involved an innovative, latch activity detection circuit, which monitored door latch activity, and utilized LED notification to inform tenants of the latch status. Implementation involved functional wiring between a multiplexer, sensor-switch, and LED. Multiplexer expansion and configuration were necessary. A centralized, standalone access control device and system data file also required programming, to recognize the additional circuitry. Mechanical components included a magnetic block and sensor-switch. This circuit supplemented an improved door activity monitoring system, which incorporated enhanced steel bracing, and threaded fasteners to secure the existing components. The final solution methods were tested on-site, and reevaluated as necessary. Testing procedures scrutinized the electrical, mechanical, and data communication fortitude of the improved system. Solution support included AutoCAD diagrams, thorough implementation cost analysis, testing and implementation photographs, and authentic log printouts verifying the success of the improved system.
Testing, Development, and Implementation of an Improved Security System, Involving Electrical, Mechanical, and Data Communication Solutions
The project focused on the analysis and solution development of an individual dooralarm security system at a self-storage facility. An improved system was designed to address recurring failure points, instability issues, and consequential legal concerns. Preliminary, on-site investigations led to extensive research and experimentation. Possible solutions were developed and tested in a laboratory setting, to determine system parameters. The principal solution component involved an innovative, latch activity detection circuit, which monitored door latch activity, and utilized LED notification to inform tenants of the latch status. Implementation involved functional wiring between a multiplexer, sensor-switch, and LED. Multiplexer expansion and configuration were necessary. A centralized, standalone access control device and system data file also required programming, to recognize the additional circuitry. Mechanical components included a magnetic block and sensor-switch. This circuit supplemented an improved door activity monitoring system, which incorporated enhanced steel bracing, and threaded fasteners to secure the existing components. The final solution methods were tested on-site, and reevaluated as necessary. Testing procedures scrutinized the electrical, mechanical, and data communication fortitude of the improved system. Solution support included AutoCAD diagrams, thorough implementation cost analysis, testing and implementation photographs, and authentic log printouts verifying the success of the improved system.