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Internet of Things - Smart Surveillance System using PIR Sensor with Raspberry
Pi
A.Nivedha , V.Soundariya, Jenifer. C, Shaik Karishma
Under the Guidance of Mrs. Sellam.V, M.E (Assistant Professor)
Final Year B.TECH – CSE, Computer Science & Engineering Department, SRM Institute of Science and Technology,
Ramapuram campus, Bharathi Salai, Chennai 600089.
Tamil Nadu, India
[email protected]

Abstract— This paper describes our first research experience in Smart Surveillance System using PIR Sensor with Raspberry pi, by using open-
source software tools such as Python, Raspbian OS and etc.Smart Surveillance System using PIR Sensor with Raspberry piemerged with the
development of the Internet of Things. The basic concept of the application is to allow the client to uses wireless technology to provide essential
security using Surveillance system. The proposed security system captures information and transmit it via a Wi-Fi to static IP, which is viewed
using a web browser from any smart devices. Raspberry pi controls a video camera for surveillance. It streams live video and records the motion
detected part in the cloud and/or in the window shared folder for future playback. The cameras automatically initiate recording when motion is
sensed and Raspberry pi devices stores it in a secured folder.

Keywords—Internet of Things (IOT),Raspberry Pi, Python, Surveillance System,PIR Sensor, Feature Base Detection,Network, Modules.
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I. INTRODUCTION computer. There are various surveillance systems such as

In today’s fast paced world, it has become difficult to camera, CCTV etc. In these types of surveillance systems, the
monitor our workplaces and homes for security. Thus, there is person who is stationary and is located in that particular area
an increased need for camera surveillance systems. By using can only view what is happening in that place .Whereas, here
these systems, it is possible to continuously monitor the ,even if the user is moving from one place to another ,he/she
workplaces and homes for security purposes and store it for can keep track of what is happening in that particular place.
future references. But the main drawback of these system are- Also another advantage is that it offers privacy on both sides
manual monitoring, huge storage requirements and extensive since it is being viewed by only one person .The other major
power consumption. To overcome these problems, we have advantage is that it is a simple circuit .the operating system
come up with an automated smart surveillance system. For this used here is Raspbian OS.Raspbian OS has to be installed So
system, we are using Raspberry Pi with Passive Infrared (PIR) that the image can be transmitted to the smartphone.
Sensor for motion detection and a remote camera for video
recording. The camera is connected to Raspberry Pi via the II. LITERATURE SURVEY
USB port and the PIR Sensor is connected through General I. Existing System:
Purpose Input Output (GPIO) pins of the Raspberry Pi. Motion 1. Wireless Security:
is detected using PIR sensor which turns on the camera for Wireless home security systems use battery-powered
surveillance. The duration for recording can be set according to radio transmitters and receivers to connect the various
the user convenience. While the video is being recorded, using components such as cameras, sensors. These types of security
image processing we are diagnosing a particular area termed as systems are usually available at a local hardware store or on the
red-alert zone for any suspicious activity. The whole recording Internet and are often designed for do-it-yourself installation.
is sent to the server in an encrypted form. If any suspicious
activity happens in the red-alert zone, then a special signal is 2. Hard-wired Security and Surveillance Systems:
sent to the user. Current camera surveillance systems can be
Hardwired security and surveillance systems use wires
used for monitoring but they require a huge amount of data
installed inside the walls, attics, crawl spaces, and underground
storage due to continuous video recording. However, our
to connect the sensors to a central controller.
system only monitors the area when motion is detected and
there is a possibility of certain activity. Our system also sends A. In the present existing system, the CCTV camera
a notification, in case of suspicious activity as it is not possible captures video and stores it in the memory of the
to continuously keep a watch on such activities. Raspberry pi computer.
is a credit- card sized computer .It functions almost as a
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B. For reference the user can view the video but it is a III. SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN
tedious process.
1 Introduction
C. Sometimes PC can be hacked, stolen or even have
Surveillance camera are capable of security monitoring in a
technical issues, which results in loss of data.
workplace, home, schools, hospital and etc. The monitoring can
I.I Issues in Existing System: be watched anytime through online streaming video which is
linked via YouTube or by mail. The software can be run in any
A. Wireless system design specifications can limit the
platform.
distance between sensors, cameras, and the central
controller, they require periodic replacement of
2 Analysis of the problem
batteries.
A. The top common issues in security camera system:
B. Hard-wired systems are more expensive than
Different security Products, default password or easy code
wireless systems, problems can arise in the
password, Incomplete Alarm coverage, False alarm, Lacks
installation of sensors in existing homes where
regular maintenance, leaving your system open to hackers.
some areas are not accessible for pulling wires
inside the walls B. The top common issues in Raspberry Pi:
C. Power consumption and cost of maintenance is Avoiding a corrupted SD card, rely only on the main power,
high. check the cables.
II. Proposed System: 3. System architecture:
The functions of the various components are given below:
The aim is to make a smart surveillance system using A. USB Camera:
Raspberry Pi along with PIR sensor and Raspberry Pi-Camera. USB Camera captures the image and sends it to the USB port
PIR sensor is used to detect the motion whenever someone of the Raspberry Pi board. The camera model used here is USB
comes within its range. As soon as PIR Sensor detects the Camera model 2.0.
motion, Pi-Camera activates and captures an image. This B. Raspberry Pi:
image is then stored in the system and finds for a human face Raspberry pi is a small credit-card sized computer capable
in the captured image using Python. of performing various functionalities such as in surveillance
This system helps to identify only unauthorized persons. systems, military applications, etc.
This helps to overcome the drawback of CCTV and Motion
Detection systems which only monitor or alert host based on
motion detection, whether it is authorized person or not.

Motion detection surveillance technology gives ease for

time-consuming reviewing process that a normal video
surveillance system offers. By using motion detection, it save
the monitoring time and cost. It has gained a lot of interests
over the past few years. The system uses GSM/GPRS
technology, so we can use long haul communication for the
monitoring section. The system can be applied in real time.

The PIR sensor is used to detect the humans. Figure 1: System Design
IV.MODULE DESCRIPTION
II.1. Advantages of Proposed System 1 Introduction
a) In CCTV systems there should be a dedicated PC for
Our complete project deals with the different modules
the module which is eliminated here.
based on the working. The workings are based on the design
b) A PC can be hacked and the files can be erased while
and implementation. The Smart Surveillance system using PIR
this system overcomes these problems.
sensor with Raspberry Pi consists of various modules as
c) Authentication is required on the user side inorder to
described below,
view the streamed video in the browser and the
camera captures a wide area.
1. Data Collection Module
d) Less expensive when compared to the other existing
2. Data Storage Module
systems.
3. Data Process Module
e) The camera motion can be controlled by the user.
4. Decision Making Module
f) It doesn't require more power, and battery can be used
5. Output Module
as a source of power also.
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2IMPLEMENTATIONOverview:

A. Data Collection Module: The administrator has all the

information about all the users, it consists of sensor
and camera. Which is mainly used for monitoring.
B. Data Storage Module: It consists of Raspberry Pi and
SD card, for processing and recording data’s in the
storage for future use.
C. Data Process Module: This module consist of Face
Recognition, which is based in Feature Based
Algorithm, for recognising authorized persons. The
coding for the main program is done using Python. Figure 4: Final Output
D. Decision Making Module: This module contains
about Face Recognition Algorithm and its process. V. CONCLUSION AND FUTURE WORK
E. Output Module: The output of the surveillance camera
is been shown and the processed details are also The project was done successfully with all the
shown. requirements. The future work is improving the
3. USE CASE DIAGRAM:Description: the use case algorithm and making the work more optimize for use.
diagram gives an explained process of how the user
REFERENCES
is been interacted with the Surveillance system.
[1] www.google.com.
[2] www.wikipedia.com
[3] www.w3schools.com
[4] www.instructables.com

Figure 2: Use Case Diagram

CODE:
For executing the main program in terminal,
cd face live recon/
sudo python main.py
Screenshots:

Figure 3: OpenCV Output

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