Smart Locker 2.0: Leveraging IoT and Machine Learning for Secure, User-Friendly Public Storage
S Chandrappa, Prithviraj, Aditya Pai H, I S Rajesh, Manjunath Sargur Krishnamurthy R, Sneha Shetty R · 2025
Smart locker systems are a revolutionary technology, combining advanced automation and connectivity to address increasingly demanding requirements for secure, efficient, and convenient storage solutions in numerous scenarios. These intelligent lockers use the latest technologies, such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and mobile applications, to revolutionize the way people store their belongings. Existing Smart Locker System lacks measurable results. To sustain its claims, we include key findings. For security, the system utilizes RFID authentication and biometric security, which reduces unauthorized access by 98% and blocks spoofing attacks. For convenience, a study with 50 users found 92% satisfaction, with 87% preferring it over traditional lockers due to faster access, averaging 3 seconds. For environmental benefits, the system cut power use by using sleep mechanism and saved paper usage by switching to cloud logs. Real-World tests achieved 98% user satisfaction with the university system proving its efficiency, security, and sustainability. This system expounds on multifaceted benefits and functionalities in smart lockers. First, it covers how these lockers provide better security compared to old lock-and-key systems. Using access controls reduces the risk of theft and illegal access to one's valuables and sensitive belongings by a great degree. It has an easy reservation, access, and management of personal lockers via a remote means; this proves to be seamless without needing any physical keys and contactless interactions, ideal for modern spaces considering hygiene and efficiency is top priority. Moreover, it goes on to analyze the flexibility of smart locker systems. From corporate offices to co-working spaces, universities, shopping malls, and public transportation hubs, these lockers cater to diverse user needs, creating flexible and scalable solutions adaptable to a variety of environments.