Design and Implementation of a Smart Vertical Parking System.

Abstract

Due to rapid urbanization and increasing vehicle ownership, parking space scarcity has become a major problem in modern cities. Conventional parking systems require large horizontal spaces, which are often unavailable in densely populated areas. Automated and robotic parking systems offer an effective solution by utilizing vertical space efficiently. This project presents the design and development of a DIY robotic parking system that demonstrates a vertical parking mechanism using a belt and pulley lifting system. The system is conceptually designed to handle real-life vehicle loads, while a scaled prototype using toy cars is developed for demonstration purposes. An Arduino Mega microcontroller is used as the central control unit, integrated with RFID-based access control, IR sensors for slot detection, and an LCD display for system status. The developed prototype successfully demonstrates automated parking and retrieval operations. The proposed system provides a cost-effective, scalable, and space-efficient solution for future smart parking applications.