2016 - Case 3 - CONNECTING A BIKE TO THE INTERNET OF THINGS WITH TRACK & TRACE
Channel: Jelle Saldien
Date: 03/02/2023

Bicycle theft has been a common problem for many years. This study presents TrackNTrace, a GPS system that connects the bike to the internet of things, giving the user the opportunity to track his stolen or lost bike. In TrackNTrace all the components are integrated in a tube that fits snugly into the seat post of the bike. The gps-sensor detects movements and by using LORA, the coordinates are send to the user, making it possible to track his bike. The user is able to add multiple bikes to his list and add a profile to each of the bikes (which bike is it, who’s currently using it,etc.). How can new technologies like LoRA be integrated in a bike component and how does it connect to the Internet of Things? The results show that LoRa can be integrated into a bike component and that the user is able to track his bike. The design case has led to a device that can be used both by individuals and organizations by using innovative technology.