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LabView Application :Home Automation Security Alarm

International Journal of Communication and Computer Technologies, Volume 11, Issue 2, 2023, pp. 80-94.

Group No :
Student Names : P Naga Srikar, Athul S , Kudari Rithika
Roll Nos : AM.EN.U4ECE22153,AM.EN.U4ECE22011,AM.EN.U4ECE22126

19ECE384 19EAC386 Open lab-LabVIEW Programming

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Abstract paper that gives a basic idea of
• Our paper presents the basic purpose of a home alarm system is to keep
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us and our family safe, and keep our home safe from crime and theft. This
system is based on the LABVIEW software and can act as a security guard
of the home. When the alarm is triggered, it emits a loud sound design to
frighten away intruders. An alarm security system is absolutely essential
for anyone who wants to protect their property from those who might try
to steal it. Similarly it can protect anyone who is living in the home. An
alarm system has following components- the input devices (which trigger
the alarm), the output devices (which communicate the alarm like
speakers) and the control panel (networks between the devices and is an
interface for user). This system has keypad at front door and sensors at
back doors and side windows which activate or deactivate the alarm
based on programming in LABVIEW software.
• A House alarm system is essential for protecting individuals and property
from theft or intrusions
• The system is developed using LabVIEW software and simulates a real-
time security system.
• It includes key components like input devices(keyboard, sensors), output
devices(buzzers), and a control panel.
• The system is designed to detect unauthorized access and respond with
alerts and warnings.
Context of the paper
The system presented in the paper operates on the basic theory of home security automation using
LabVIEW to simulate a virtual alarm system. It integrates three main components: • Image/drawing to show the working
1. Input Devices:
1. A keypad at the front door, where users input a security code.
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2. Sensors installed on side doors and windows to detect physical intrusion attempts. issue, page no. year if different from
2. Control Unit (LabVIEW-based):
1. Uses case structures to compare the entered code with a pre-set password.
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2. While loops allow continuous monitoring for input changes.
3. If the code is incorrect or a sensor is triggered, an output action is initiated.
3. Output Mechanism:
1. A buzzer sounds if unauthorized access is detected.
2. Dialog messages alert the user with real-time feedback (e.g., “Code Incorrect” or “Code
Accepted”).
• The system simulates how a smart home alarm works, using LabVIEW’s graphical programming
to implement logic, conditions, loops, and output responses—offering a software-driven
prototype of a real-world electronic security system.
• Application domain:
• Home Security: Detects intrusions via doors and windows.
• Simulation and prototyping: Provides a cost-effective method to test and simulate home
security features before hardware deployement.
• Education Tools: An excellent learning platform for students and engineers to understand the
logic beyond home security systems.
Objectives of the paper
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•To design and simulate a home security alarm system using LabVIEW
– The primary goal is to use LabVIEW’s graphical programming environment to
model a functional home alarm system that monitors multiple access points.
•To enhance home safety by detecting unauthorized entries
– The system aims to detect intrusions via front doors (using a keypad) and side
doors/windows (using sensors), and to trigger alarms in real-time to deter or alert
occupants.
•To demonstrate the use of LabVIEW for home automation applications
– The paper aims to show that LabVIEW, typically used in industrial and academic
environments, can be effectively applied to simulate smart home security solutions.
•To provide a low-cost, user-friendly, and programmable solution for home security
– By avoiding complex and expensive hardware during the development phase, the
system provides a cost-efficient way to prototype and test home security
functionalities.
•To create a flexible and extendable system framework
– The design allows for future enhancements, such as integration with IoT devices,
mobile alerts, and smart home ecosystems.
Methodology
The block diagram in the paper
outlines a LabVIEW-based home
automation security system designed
to monitor three main entry points:
the front door, side doors, and
windows. At the front door, a keypad is
used for code entry—if the correct
code is entered, access is granted; if
not, a warning is displayed and
repeated failure triggers a buzzer
alarm. Side doors and windows are
equipped with sensors that detect
unauthorized entry and immediately
send signals to activate the alarm.
LabVIEW acts as the central control
unit, processing input from the keypad
and sensors, evaluating security
conditions, and triggering appropriate
responses, making the system a simple
yet effective automated home
protection solution.
Results
The LabVIEW home automation system simulation successfully
controlled virtual appliances like lights, fans, and sensors
through an easy-to-use interface. Commands such as turning
lights on/off were executed instantly, showing the system’s
quick response. Temperature sensors accurately reflected
changes, triggering the fan when needed, and the security
simulation detected motion and raised alerts reliably.
Real-time graphs and indicators on the LabVIEW front panel
helped visualize sensor data and device status clearly. The
system handled multiple commands smoothly without errors
and even showed proper warnings during simulated sensor
faults.
• Overall, the simulation proves the system can effectively
monitor and control home devices in real time, making it a solid
foundation for a practical home automation setup.
Contribution from each member
• Group member name- AM.EN.U4ECE22153
took the lead in designing and programming the system simulation using LabVIEW. Developed the virtual interface,
implemented the core logic using case structures and while loops, and integrated input /output elements such as the keypad,
sensors, and buzzer in the simulation environment.

• Group member name- AM.EN.U4ECE22011

was responsible for developing the physical hardware prototype, which involved assembling components like sensors,
buzzers, microcontrollers (if applicable), and interfacing them with the system logic.Ensured the hardware functioned correctly
alongside the simulated model and managed testing of real-time intrusion detection.

• Group member name- AM.EN.U4ECE22126

focused on research, documentation, and system evaluation. Conducted the literature review, studied various home
automation technologies, and compiled the methodology, results, and future enhancements. In addition, validated the
system's behavior—both in simulation and hardware—under various conditions and prepared the final report and
presentation slides.