Here we are making a project which just traces our vehicle location, in terms of its precise latitude and longitude and then send it to a mobile number (as per our requirement). This project consists of three main devices which are :- (i) Arduino UNO, (ii) GPS module (Neo-6M), & (iii) GSM- 900A.These all three devices will be going to be installed in the vehicle to which we want to trace. Initially what happened that we make a program in arduino (in C language) regarding interfacing the GSM device and GPS device. And we also set a mobile number in the program as per our need, on which we get the info regarding its (vehicle’s) location. First of all we make a call to the mobile number which has been installed in the GSM module and then after some specific delay (as per mentioned in the program) we get a sms regarding the exact latitude and longitude of the vehicle. It is done in a way that GPS device is continuously receiving the location of the vehicle from the satellite and then transferring to the arduino board, from where we send it to the required mobile no. And hence in this way we can easily get info regarding the exact location of the vehicle. Once the message has been sent to the predefined mobile no. the GSM gets deactivated and the GPS gets activated. Thus we can easily trace our vehicle. Vehicle Tracking System (VTS) is the technology used to determine the location of a vehicle using different methods like GPS and other radio navigation systems operating through satellites and ground based stations. This system is an important tool for tracking each vehicle at a given period of time and now it is becoming increasingly popular for people having expensive cars and hence as theft prevention and retrieval device.

1. A
Minor-Project Report
On
“GPS-GSM Based Vehicle Tracking System”
SANT LONGOWAL INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY,
LONGOWAL, PUNJAB - 148106.
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING
In
ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
Submitted By:-
Shivani GEC/121512
Pulkit Singhal GEC/121826
Shikha Guleria GEC/121717
Sewanjali GEC/121735
Ashutosh Kumar GEC/1630007
Submitted To:-
Project Head: - Dr. Dilip Kumar
Project Supervisor: - Er. Vivek Harshey

2. ABSTRACT
In today’s world each and every one wants to have their own vehicle for their daily work. And if we have any
kind of vehicle then we have to think about its security. For this, today’s technology plays a very important role.
Monitoring and managing the mobile assets are very important for any company dealing with the services,
delivery or transport vehicles.
Here we are making a project which just traces our vehicle location, in terms of its precise latitude and
longitude and then send it to a mobile number (as per our requirement). This project consists of three main
devices which are :- (i) Arduino UNO, (ii) GPS module (Neo-6M), & (iii) GSM- 900A.These all three devices
will be going to be installed in the vehicle to which we want to trace. Initially what happened that we make a
program in arduino (in C language) regarding interfacing the GSM device and GPS device. And we also set a
mobile number in the program as per our need, on which we get the info regarding its (vehicle’s) location.
First of all we make a call to the mobile number which has been installed in the GSM module and then after
some specific delay (as per mentioned in the program) we get a sms regarding the exact latitude and longitude
of the vehicle. It is done in a way that GPS device is continuously receiving the location of the vehicle from the
satellite and then transferring to the arduino board, from where we send it to the required mobile no. And hence
in this way we can easily get info regarding the exact location of the vehicle. Once the message has been sent to
the predefined mobile no. the GSM gets deactivated and the GPS gets activated. Thus we can easily trace our
vehicle.

3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
With great pleasure we want to take this opportunity to express our heartfelt gratitude to a number of people
without whose assistance and input, this project could not be a success.
We are more indebted to our Project Supervisor Er. Vivek Harshey and Project Head Dr. Dilip Kumar (ECE
Department), who guided us throughout the project ups and downs. He remained as our great source of
inspiration and always opened our way of looking at things beyond what we could imagine as possible. Great
thanks to all the lecturers and other staff members who have assisted us during the course of us studies and also
throughout the project implementation period.
We are also highly indebted to our Head Of Department (HOD-ECE) Dr. Anupma Marwaha , for giving us
the permission to carry out this Minor Project.
At the last but not the least it is our gratitude to our Director Dr. Shailendra Kumar Jain for providing us an
excellent environment to complete our work successfully
 Shivani GEC/121512
 Ashutosh Kumar GEC/1630007
 Pulkit Singhal GEC/121826
 Sikha Guleria GEC/121717
 Sewanjali GEC/121735
Date: 13-12-2018
Place: Longowal

4. INDEX
PAGES
1. Introduction to VTS 1-2
1.1. Introduction 1
1.2. Vehicle Security using VTS 1
1.3. Vehicle Tracking System Feature 2
2. Block Diagram of VTS 3-5
2.1. Block Diagram of Vehicle Tracing Using GSM and GPS Modem 3
2.2. Hardware Components 3
2.2.1 Arduino UNO 3
2.2.2 GSM Module 4
2.2.3 GPS Module 5
3. Applications 6
4. Source Code 7-9
5. Hardware Connections 10
5.1 Connection of arduino with GSM SIM 900A 10
5.2 Connection of arduino with GPS module NEO-6m 10
6. Observation 11
7. Conclusion and Future Scope 12
References 13

5. CHAPTER-1
INTRODUCTION TO VTS
(Vehicle Tracking System)
1.1 Introduction:-
Vehicle Tracking System (VTS) is the technology used to determine the location of a vehicle using
different methods like GPS and other radio navigation systems operating through satellites and ground based
stations. This system is an important tool for tracking each vehicle at a given period of time and now it is
becoming increasingly popular for people having expensive cars and hence as a theft prevention and retrieval
device.
1.2 Vehicle Security using VTS:-
Vehicle Security is a primary concern for all vehicle owners. Owners as well as researchers are always
on the lookout for new and improved security systems for their vehicles. One has to be thankful for the
upcoming technologies, like GPS systems, which enables the owner to closely monitor and track his vehicle in
real-time and also check the history of vehicles movements. This new technology, popularly called Vehicle
Tracking Systems has done wonders in maintaining the security of the vehicle tracking system is one of the
biggest technological advancements to track the activities of the vehicle. The security system uses Global
Positioning System GPS, to find the location of the monitored or tracked vehicle and then uses satellite or radio
systems to send to send the coordinates and the location data to the monitoring center. Due to real-time tracking
facility, vehicle tracking systems are becoming increasingly popular among owners of expensive vehicles.

6. 1.3 Vehicle Tracking System Feature
Monitoring and managing the mobile assets are very important for any company dealing with the
services, delivery or transport vehicles. Information technologies help in supporting these functionalities from
remote locations and update the managers with the latest information of their mobile assets. Tracking the
mobile assets locations data and analyzing the information is necessary for optimal utilization of the assets.
Vehicle Tracking System is a software & hardware system enabling the vehicle owner to track the position of
their vehicle. A vehicle tracking system uses either GPS or radio technology to automatically track and record a
fleet's field activities. Activity is recorded by modules attached to each vehicle. And then the data is transmitted
to the owner.
CHAPTER-2

7. BLOCK DIAGRAM OF VTS
2.1 Block Diagram of Vehicle Tracing Using GSM and GPS Modem
Fig. 2 Block Diagram
2.2 Hardware Components
 Arduino UNO
 GSM Module
 GPS Module
 LCD
 Mobile
2.2.1 Arduino UNO
Arduino is an open-source platform used for building electronics projects. Arduino consists of both a physical
programmable circuit board (often referred to as a microcontroller) and a piece of software, or IDE (Integrated
Development Environment) that runs on your computer, used to write and upload computer code to the physical
board.
The Arduino platform has become quite popular with people just starting out with electronics, and for good
reason. Unlike most previous programmable circuit boards, the Arduino does not need a separate piece of
hardware (called a programmer) in order to load new code onto the board – you can simply use a USB cable.
Additionally, the Arduino IDE uses a simplified version of C++, making it easier to learn to program. Finally,
Arduino provides a standard form factor that breaks out the functions of the micro-controller into a more
accessible package

8. Fig. 2.2 Arduino UNO and GSM Module
The Arduino Uno is a microcontroller board based on the ATmega328. It has 20 digital input/output pins (of
which 6 can be used as PWM outputs and 6 can be used as analog inputs), a 16 MHz resonator, a USB
connection, a power jack, an in-circuit system programming (ICSP) header, and a reset button. It contains
everything needed to support the microcontroller; simply connect it to a computer (or appropriate wall power
adapter) with a USB cable or power it with a AC-to-DC adapter or battery to get started.
2.2.2 GSM Module
GSM (or Global System for Mobile Communications) was developed in 1990. The first GSM operator
has subscribers in 1991, the beginning of 1994 the network based on the standard, already had 1.3 million
subscribers, and the end of 1995 their number had increased to 10 million! There were first generation mobile
phones in the 70's, there are 2nd generation mobile phones in the 80's and 90's, and now there are 3rd gen
phones which are about to enter the Indian market. GSM is called a 2nd generation, or 2G communications
technology. In this project it acts as a SMS Receiver and SMS sender. The GSM technical specifications define
the different entities that form the GSM network by defining their functions and interface requirements.

9. 2.2.3 GPS Module
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based navigation system made up of at least 24 satellites.
GPS works in any weather conditions, anywhere in the world, 24 hours a day, with no subscription fees or setup
charges.
How GPS works
GPS satellites circle the Earth twice a day in a precise orbit. Each satellite transmits a unique signal and orbital
parameters that allow GPS devices to decode and compute the precise location of the satellite. GPS receivers
use this information and trilateration to calculate a user's exact location. Essentially, the GPS receiver measures
the distance to each satellite by the amount of time it takes to receive a transmitted signal. With distance
measurements from a few more satellites, the receiver can determine a user's position and display it.
Fig. 2.3 GPS Module
Once your position has been determined, the GPS unit can calculate other information, such as:
 Speed
 Position
 Track
 Distance to destination

10. CHAPTER 3
APPLICATIONS
When some technology comes to be used at practical level it happens to cherish both plus as well as
minus points of its own. But sometimes technology may be positive in itself but its application can be misused.
Before we go ahead to give space to any technology in our house or work place we should have pre-estimates of
its fall outs.
The positive aspects of the tracking system can be summarized as follows:
i. Core benefit of tracking vehicle is that one can monitor one’s vehicle from a distance whether on
individual or commercial level. It helps busy parents to keep a watch on the children even from their
office and control their roaming here and there. Thus can put a check on their rash driving. This
gives immense relief to business owners as it gives them information about the misuse of company
vehicle or delay in delivering services or driver’s violation of speed code.
ii. In view of long journeys and night journeys by car the technology can provide a safety network to
the person in condition of emergency. It can cut time of journey short by providing the information
regarding location, speed, distance from the destination leading to best route planning.
iii. It helps monitoring employee driving habits and activities.
iv. Helps you locate your employees are on-the-road.
v. Helps you verify the employee time sheet.
vi. Helps you in monitoring all your vehicles.
The negative aspects of the tracking system can be summarized as follows:
No technology is free from dark areas. This technology helps monitoring vehicles and children as well
and ensures increased productivity at commercial level and safety at personal level. But at the same time it
encroaches the privacy of the individual. The liberty of the person gets restricted. This may lead to business
owner to measure the performance of the employee by these stats only and there leaves no room for human
analysis.

11. CHAPTER 4
SOURCE CODE
#include<TinyGPS++.h>3
# include<SoftwareSerial.h>
SoftwareSerialgsm(2,3);
String distnumber="+919876919559";
floatlatitude,longitude;
// The TinyGPS++ object
TinyGPSPlusgps;
void setup() {
// Initializethe baud rates
Serial.begin(9600);
gsm.begin(9600);
}
void loop() {
//
while(Serial.available())
// if data is comingon gps extract location from it
if (gps.encode(Serial.read()))
{
collectInfo();}}
voidcollectInfo()
{//storinglongitude and latitudevalue
if (gps.location.isValid())
{
latitude=gps.location.lat();
longitude=gps.location.lng();
if (gsm.available())
{// send message on call ring

12. char a=char(gsm.read());
if(a=='R')
{delay(2000);
gsm.println("ATH");
delay(1000);
message();
}
}
delay(10000);
}
else
{
latitude=00;
longitude=00;
}
}
void message()
{// set the gsm in text mode
gsm.print("AT+CMGF=1r");
delay(1000);
//give the number to which we are sendingthe message
gsm.println("AT+CMGS=""+distnumber+""");
delay(1000);
//give the message content
gsm.println("My Location is");
gsm.print("Latitude:");
gsm.println(latitude,6);
gsm.print("Longitude:");
gsm.println(longitude,6);

13. delay(1000);
//ctrl+Z
gsm.write((char)26);
delay(1000);
//send message only once
gsm.print("AT+CLTS=1");
gsm.println("AT+CCLK?");
}

14. CHAPTER 5
HARDWARE CONNECTIONS
5.1 Connection of arduino with GSM SIM 900A
It is very easy to interface gsm with arduinouno.we have to connect it in following way .
1. Connect Tx pin of GSM to receiver pin 2 of arduino (due to Software Serial Library).
2. Connect Rx pin of GSM to transmitter pin 3 of arduino
3. Connect GND of arduino to GND of GSM.
4. Supply power to GSM and arduino using 12 V,1A adapter.
5.2Connection of arduino with GPS module NEO-6m
1. Connect Tx pin of GPS to receiver pin 0 of arduino (due to Software Serial Library).
2. Connect Rx pin of GPS to transmitter pin 1 of arduino
3. Connect GND of arduino to GND of GSM.
4. Supply power to GPS from arduino VCC +3.3V

15. CHAPTER 6
OBSERVATIONS
Fig. 6.1 VTS Circuit
Fig 6.2 Received Message

16. CHAPTER 7
CONCLUSION AND FUTURE SCOPE
The project titled “Vehicle Tracking System using GSM” is a model for vehicle tracking unit with the
help of GPS receivers and GSM modem. Vehicle Tracking System resulted in improving overall productivity
with better fleet management that in turn offers better return on your investments. Better scheduling or route
planning can enable you handle larger jobs loads within a particular time. Vehicle tracking both in case of
personal as well as business purpose improves safety and security, communication medium, performance
monitoring and increases productivity. So in the coming year, it is going to play a major role in our day-to-day
living. We have completed the minor project as per the requirements of our academics. Finally the aim of the
project i.e. to trace the vehicle is successfully achieved.
Future Scope
i. We can reduce the size of the kit by using GPS+GSM on the same module.
ii. We can increase the accuracy up to 3m by increasing the cost of the GPS receivers.
iii. We can use our kit for detection of bomb by connecting to the bomb detector.
iv. With the help of high sensitivity vibration sensors we can detect the accident.
v. Whenever vehicle unexpectedly had an accident on the road with help of vibration sensor we can
detect the accident and we can send the location to the owner, hospital and police.
vi. We can use our kit to assist the traffic. By keeping the kits in the entire vehicles and by knowing
the locations of all the vehicles.
vii. If anybody steals our car we can easily find our car around the globe. By keeping vehicle
positioning vehicle on the vehicle.

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