Design and Development of an RFID-Based Anti-Theft Bicycle Lock With Alarm, SMS Notification, and Tile Tracking System
by Chenesa A. Tiboso, Dwight Baines F. Camposano, Kenneth George L. Malejana, Lawrence Airan V. Fajardo, Mark Reagan Fhae D. Reyes, Minerva C. Zoleta
Published: January 31, 2026 • DOI: 10.51244/IJRSI.2026.13010072
Abstract
Bicycle theft remains a significant concern in urban and academic environments, creating a demand for reliable and intelligent security solutions. This study presents the design and development of an RFID-Based Anti-Theft Bicycle Lock system that integrates electronic authentication, motion and vibration detection, alarm mechanisms, SMS notification, and Tile-based tracking. The system is built around an Arduino Nano microcontroller, utilizing an RFID RC522 module for secure access verification, an MPU-6050 sensor for detecting unauthorized movement, and a solenoid lock for physical locking control. Visual and audible alerts are provided through an RGB LED and an active buzzer, while real-time SMS notifications are delivered to the bicycle owner using a SIM800L GSM module. In the event of unauthorized access or suspicious movement, the Tile tracker allows the bicycle to be located through a smartphone application.