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Arrow Control Circuit with Logic Gates and Sensors

Rivera Medina Paola Sofía1, Ortiz Franco Humberto Antonio2, Muñoz Pérez Gerardo Alejandro3 &
Martínez Torres Diego Ivan4
Universidad Politecnica de Yucatan
Mérida, Yucatán, México

[email protected], [email protected], [email protected] & [email protected]

Abstract— This report details the design and implementation of II. DEVELOPMENT
an automated parking barrier control system utilizing various
digital and electronic components. The system employs infrared The system requires various components,
sensors to detect vehicle presence, logic gates to process signals, including an H-bridge motor driver, a geared motor,
and an H-bridge motor driver to control the barrier's movement. wires, logic gates (AND, NOT, and OR), two limit
The project aims to create an efficient and reliable parking
barrier that raises when a vehicle approaches and lowers once it switches, two infrared sensors, a breadboard, and a
has passed. Simulation and testing on Tinkercad confirmed the 5V power supply.
functionality and effectiveness of the design. This project also
aims to demonstrate the capabilities of logic gates in creating a
complex circuit that could be simplified using an Arduino and
programming.

Keywords— Automated Parking Barrier, Infrared Sensors,


Logic Gates, H-Bridge, Motor Control, Digital Systems.

I. INTRODUCTION
The automated parking barrier system is a
practical application of digital systems in
controlling access to parking facilities. Key
components include limit switches, infrared sensors,
Fig. 1. Materials
an H-bridge, and logic gates. Limit switches are
used to detect the physical position of the barrier, The design begins with the infrared sensors
ensuring it stops at the correct points. Infrared detecting an approaching vehicle, sending a signal
sensors detect the presence of vehicles, providing through the logic gates. The AND gate ensures that
input signals for the control logic. both sensors must detect the vehicle for the barrier
to operate, while the NOT gate inverts the signal
The H-bridge is a crucial component for motor where necessary, and the OR gate allows multiple
control, allowing the motor to rotate in both conditions to activate the barrier. These processed
directions to raise and lower the barrier. Logic gates signals control the H-bridge, which in turn drives
(AND, NOT, and OR) are used to process the the motor to raise the barrier. Once the vehicle
signals from the sensors and control the H-bridge, passes and is detected by the exit sensor, the
ensuring the barrier operates correctly based on the process is repeated to lower the barrier.
vehicle's presence.
Simulation on Tinkercad verified the circuit's
The objective of this project is to demonstrate functionality, although some components were
how logic gates can be used to create a complex substituted due to availability. The simulation
control system, highlighting that such a system confirmed the system's operation, validating the
could be significantly simplified by employing an design.
Arduino and programming.
Fig. 2. Tinkercad simulation.

Additionally, a model of the parking barrier


system was constructed using recycled materials
such as cardboard and soda bottle caps. The circuit Fig. 4. Final Circuit
was placed within this model, which was decorated
to resemble the entrance of a parking facility, The use of recycled materials to create a model
enhancing the visual appeal and demonstrating the added an element of sustainability and creativity to
practical application of the system. the project, showcasing how practical systems can
be both functional and environmentally friendly.

Fig. 3. Cardboard model.

Fig. 5. Final Circuit

III. RESULTS IV. CONCLUSION


The automated parking barrier control system This project demonstrates the effective use of
was successful in its implementation. The barrier digital systems in a practical application, creating
reliably raised when an incoming vehicle was an automated parking barrier control system. The
detected and lowered once the vehicle exited. The combination of infrared sensors, logic gates, and an
use of infrared sensors and logic gates provided H-bridge motor driver resulted in a reliable and
precise control over the barrier's operation, and the efficient system. The successful implementation
H-bridge effectively controlled the motor's direction. and testing indicate that such systems can be
Testing showed no significant issues, and the effectively used in real-world parking facilities to
system performed exactly as intended, providing a automate access control.
reliable solution for automated parking control. The project also highlighted the capabilities of
Additionally, the project demonstrated the logic gates in creating complex control circuits,
potential of using logic gates for complex control while suggesting that these systems could be
circuits, while also indicating that such circuits simplified with the use of an Arduino and
could be simplified using an Arduino and programming. Future improvements could include
programming. integrating additional sensors for enhanced safety
and using more advanced motor drivers for
smoother operation. The incorporation of recycled
materials in the project model emphasizes the
importance of sustainability in engineering projects,
promoting environmentally conscious design
practices.
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