Access System for Residential Areas with Face Recognition and Messaging Alerts

This paper introduces a truly useful smart access control system, carefully and mindfully designed to improve residential security considerably through facial recognition and immediate, real-time messaging alerts. The system integrates an ESP32 microcontroller, a USB camera, a PIR sensor, an I2C LCD, a buzzer, an L293D motor driver, and a DC motor.These components work together to detect movement, recognize faces, and open or close the gate automatically. When a recognized face is detected, the gate opens automatically, allowing authorized users to enter. If an unrecognized person tries to enter, the system denies access, activates a buzzer, and sends an instant alert via Telegram for immediate action. The system is developed using Arduino IDE, Python, Embedded C, ensuring smooth operation and automation. It reduces the needs for manual security checks and minimizes errors and provides a fast, hands-free, and secure solution.