Sistema de control y acceso de prestamos de equipos para laboratorios de ingeniería

Abstract

Manual management of equipment loans in engineering laboratorios creates a bottleneck, which often results in long wait times and limited availability of resources. This document proposes the transition from manual laboratory management to an automated system using radiofrequency identification (RFID) technology. The main objective is to develop a prototype control and tracking system for an engineering laboratory, capable of automating equipment loans and streamlining the delivery process. The methodology employed follows the V-model of development, which allows for structured integration between the design phases and the system verification and validation stages. As a result, the prototype integrates automatic identification of users and equipment, realtime tracking of movements, and the generation of alerts in case of irregularities. The implementation of this system not only optimizes the laboratory’s operational efficiency but also reduces the administrative burden and improves the academic experience of students by ensuring more rigorous and dynamic control of technological assets.