Development of a Next-Generation Smart Bike Sharing System with IoT-Enabled Lockers

Modern metropolitan areas face challenges in encouraging bicycle usage due to limited access to bikes, damaged equipment, and inefficient distribution. Existing systems lack flexibility, real-time availability data, and seamless unlocking solutions that could enhance user experience and promote sustainable transport options.

A municipal transportation authority or a private mobility service provider looking to implement an innovative bike sharing network to promote eco-friendly urban transit and improve accessibility.

• Design and implement a scalable bike sharing system enabling users to rent and leave bikes within designated zones.
• Incorporate IoT-enabled lockers for secure and remote unlocking/locking via mobile application.
• Develop a user-friendly mobile app compatible with Android and iOS platforms to facilitate seamless bike rentals and loyalty point collection.
• Implement real-time monitoring and management of bike fleet status, locker availability, and user engagement metrics.
• Enhance bike accessibility, reducing damage and theft, leading to increased usage and user satisfaction.

• Mobile application interface for user registration, bike reservation, and rental initiation.
• Integration with IoT Bluetooth lockers enabling lock/unlock functionality through the app.
• Geo-location services to identify user proximity and optimal pickup/drop-off points within zones.
• Loyalty point system to incentivize user engagement and frequent usage.
• Admin dashboard for fleet management, system monitoring, and maintenance alerts.
• Support for multiple device platforms including Android and iOS.

• IoT hardware systems for locker control
• Geolocation and mapping services
• Loyalty and points management system
• User authentication and account management services

• System should support concurrent access for thousands of users
• Real-time data processing with minimal latency (under 2 seconds for lock/unlock actions)
• Data security compliance, including user data protection and secure API communications
• System uptime of 99.9% to ensure availability during peak hours

The implementation of this bike sharing platform is expected to significantly increase urban bicycle usage, reduce vehicle congestion, and promote environmentally sustainable mobility. Anticipated results include improved user engagement, higher rental volumes with an estimated 20% increase within the first year, and enhanced citywide transportation efficiency.