A geofence and IoT-based solution for child abduction in Ghanaian schools

Abstract

Location-based technology has become increasingly popular in various industries, including healthcare, security, and entertainment. This research focuses on the security of children and explores the potential of geofencing technology and wearable devices in improving school security systems. Geofencing has gained popularity for its potential in various fields such as logistics management, personalized marketing among others. Geo-triggering events within geofences enable real-time notifications and automated actions based on user proximity to specific locations. However, the effectiveness of geo-triggering events in different geofencing scenarios remains a topic. This research aims to investigate and compare the effectiveness of geo-triggering events across different geofence sizes as a way of improving child safety systems. It also analyses the most suitable way to place a wearable device on a child based on child activity in school. Schools are considered to be one of the safest places for students to learn and grow. However, with the increase in incidents of school shootings and other security breaches, it has become imperative to enhance the security systems in schools. The research findings indicate that the distance parameter significantly impacts the effectiveness of geo-triggering events, primarily due to the inherent variability in device location. In summary, the research emphasizes the influence of distance on geo-triggering effectiveness and highlights the power consumption implications associated with geofencing technology. These insights provide valuable considerations for optimizing geofencing systems and designing strategies to mitigate the impact of distance and power consumption on the overall effectiveness of geo-triggering events.