NearMe Ambient IoT Bluetooth Locks
(Room 303B)
06 Nov 25
11:45 AM
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12:15 PM
Tracks:
Connectivity and IoT - Bluetooth 2
In the current era, most of the devices we utilise on a daily basis are portable, connected and battery operated.This paper talks about the NearMe Ambient IoT (Self Charging) electronic locks which stands out from the existing typical or smarter (digital) locks. These Ambient IoT locks are not exceptionally robust, but they pave the way for a new revolution.These locks have inbuilt rechargeable battery (Ni-MH) with PMIC to harvest the energy from indoor/outdoor OPV cells. It minimises the effort required for manual charging and conserves the environment by reducing the use of disposable batteries. The lock has Bluetooth LE SoC interfaced to geared micro DC motor to control the lock.The newly introduced feature, "Channel Sounding,” in Bluetooth LE 6.0 offers enhanced security for accessing these locks by sensing distance between the lock and the key. These lock may include a display (E-paper) as an optional feature, and it is equipped with a button and LED for user accessibility. An IMU sensor is utilised to identify a lock position and to detect break events. This new lock, unlocks many potential use-cases in home, public places, travel, gym & remote areas. For instance, these locks serve as a replacement for the current locking mechanisms in trolley bags, drawers, wardrobes, hotel rooms, and padlocks. These locks are provided solely with digital keys, such as Ambient IoT smart cards, Remotes, or Mobile App. The keys will only unlock when they are near the lock (NearMe).