Design and Implementation of Baggage Tracking System using Arduino Uno

Abstract

Missing baggage, luggage theft, and damage to traveller’s belongings are persistent challenges in the aviation and transportation industries worldwide. In response, an IoT-based baggage tracking system has been designed and implemented to address these issues. The system integrates a GSM/GPS module for continuous connectivity and an Arduino microcontroller for data processing. It enables real-time tracking of luggage location on a map, facilitated by the GPS (Global positioning system) module retrieving coordinates and sending them to the microcontroller. The processed information is then transmitted via SMS (short message service) through the GSM (Global system for mobile communication) module, allowing passengers to monitor their baggage's whereabouts remotely. Implementation of this system promises to alleviate stress for both passengers and the aviation industry by reducing incidents of lost, misplaced, or stolen luggage.