International Journal of Artificial Intelligence Research
Vol 10, No 1 (2026): June

Prototype of IoT-Enabled RFID Door Lock System Using n8n Workflow Integration

Ilmawan Mustaqim (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Dzul Fadli Rahman (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Heri Nurdiyanto (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Abdul Khaliq Pangestu (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)
Fauzi Wijaya (Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study aims to develop a Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-based door lock system integrated with the n8n automation platform as an innovative solution to enhance access security within an academic envi-ronment. The research employs a Research and Development (R&D) method with a Waterfall Model approach, consisting of requirement analysis, system design, hardware and software implementation, and prototype test-ing stages. The system utilizes an RFID RC522 module, an ESP8266 microcontroller, an I2C LCD, and a 12V Li-Ion battery, integrated through an n8n workflow to automatically record access data into an Excel data-base. The test results show that the system can perform user authentication and real-time access logging with 100% accuracy and an average response time of five seconds. The casing, printed using a 3D printer with PLA filament, provides a lightweight, durable, and easily assembled design. Overall, the developed system functions effectively as both a control and monitoring tool, demonstrating potential as a model for smart security system development in higher education institutions

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Journal Info

Abbrev

IJAIR

Publisher

Subject

Computer Science & IT Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Description

International Journal Of Artificial Intelligence Research (IJAIR) is a peer-reviewed open-access journal. The journal invites scientists and engineers throughout the world to exchange and disseminate theoretical and practice-oriented topics of Artificial intelligent Research which covers four (4) ...