I'm working on the design of an Electronic lock as part of my EE senior project (I have two months to complete it), it has to have the following characteristics:
1)Use of a microcontroller.
2)different passwords for different users
3)user's log
4)interface to download the user's log
5)use of sensor to check if door is open or closed
6)use of a siren in case they try remove the lock or if open without entering a password
7)use of a video camera to record who is trying to unlock the door
I need some help about deciding which microcontroller to use, I have been thinking about the Basic Stamp 2 module but not sure, I got confused with the specification of this one about the RAM Size: 32 Bytes (6 I/O, 26 Variable). what does the 6I/O, 26 variables means with respect to the RAM size. Also, please tell me where I can look for microcontroller and other electronic components.
So, if anyone could help me with any ideas about what microcontroller to use and/or give me an explanation about the RAM size I really would appreciate it.
As the project will go, I'm sure I'll come back looking for more help
thank you
Guss
1)Use of a microcontroller.
2)different passwords for different users
3)user's log
4)interface to download the user's log
5)use of sensor to check if door is open or closed
6)use of a siren in case they try remove the lock or if open without entering a password
7)use of a video camera to record who is trying to unlock the door
I need some help about deciding which microcontroller to use, I have been thinking about the Basic Stamp 2 module but not sure, I got confused with the specification of this one about the RAM Size: 32 Bytes (6 I/O, 26 Variable). what does the 6I/O, 26 variables means with respect to the RAM size. Also, please tell me where I can look for microcontroller and other electronic components.
So, if anyone could help me with any ideas about what microcontroller to use and/or give me an explanation about the RAM size I really would appreciate it.
As the project will go, I'm sure I'll come back looking for more help
thank you
Guss