Park Ease: Streamlined Parking Reservation and Management

Abstract

City street parking is generally a hassle and time-wasting experience. It can test your patience, congest the roads, and waste fuel. The smart parking system is designed to reduce such hassle by bringing more convenience and order to parking. This project introduces a working prototype equipped with sensors to detect vehicles, an automated gate system for entry and exit, and a live display that shows real-time slot availability. With a simple web interface, clients can pre-book a parking bay, pay, and receive a unique QR code in their email. When they arrive, by presenting the QR code at the gate, it verifies the booking and opens the gate. Slot bookings are automatically updated in the system, which also handles early exits and prevents unauthorized people from entering the parking area. Overall, the project is an efficient and economical means of eliminating parking stress within the city. By eliminating and preventing the need for manual checks, it saves fuel, reduces time, and streamlines the whole parking experience.