Smart Number Plate Recognition System
Client
Gaadizo is a premier car repair and maintenance service provider, offering a wide range of services to keep your car in top-notch condition.
Problem Statement
Gaadizo faced challenges in managing vehicle inflow and outflow at their service centers. The manual process of recording vehicle details, such as number plates, time of entry, and exit, was prone to errors, time-consuming, and led to inconsistencies in customer service records. Additionally, the lack of automation affected the billing accuracy and customer satisfaction. The client sought a fully automated, remotely controllable solution.
Solution
Techshlok’s engineering team developed a Number Plate Recognition System leveraging advanced sensor technologies, Raspberry Pi, and IoT protocols for seamless operation and management. The process was executed in a phased manner to ensure precision and alignment with the client’s objectives.
Approach
- Requirement Analysis
- Conducted in-depth discussions with Gaadizo to capture critical pain points and functional requirements.
- Mapped out the device’s core features, such as number plate recognition, timestamp logging, remote operability, and integration with existing service management tools.
- Prototyping and Proof of Concept(POC)
- Developed the initial prototype with ultrasonic sensors and a 5-megapixel camera.
- Tested its functionality in a controlled environment to validate vehicle detection and data logging.
- Refinements and Iterations
- Based on real-time testing at Gaadizo’s service center, transitioned from ultrasonic sensors to IR sensors for faster and more accurate detection.
- Improved the image-capturing mechanism by introducing a 5-second video recording feature to eliminate the risk of missed frames.
- Replaced SMTP protocol with MQTT for reliable communication and data transfer to an FTP server using SFTP protocol.
- Final Development
- Integrated the components into a dustproof, durable casing for long-term usage.
- Enabled remote monitoring and control via a mobile app, enhancing operational flexibility.
Result
- Operational Efficiency: The automated system eliminated manual errors, reduced human dependency, and saved significant time and costs.
- Enhanced Customer Experience: Customers received real-time service updates, ensuring faster and seamless billing transactions.
- Scalability and Control: The device’s remote operability enabled scalability across service centers, with a modular design allowing easy future upgrades.
Business Value
The Smart Number Plate Recognition System by Techshlok delivered measurable business outcomes for Gaadizo, including:
- 30% increase in daily vehicle handling capacity.
- 50% reduction in manual record-keeping errors.
- Enhanced brand reputation due to improved customer experience.
A future-proof, intuitive design with excellent engineering.
