Liamlambchop
Member level 2
Hello all,
My job is to source or make a durable, inexpensive counter which will be used to count the number of people who use an outdoor bike path. The counter will need to be able to count both people and bikes. I am thinking about using an infra-red beam which when broken by the upper body of a person would cause a count to occur (e.g 1st break in beam = 1 person/bike, 2nd break in beam = 2 people/bikes, 3rd break in beam = 3 people/bikes, etc). I then need to have the data from the counter sent to a computer so that the boys in the office can know how many people are using their bike path in real time. I am using a GSM modem to have this data sent to them.
So what I need is:
1. A counter. This can be bought, or made by me. Do you know of any commercial counters which would be durable enough to be used in rain, hail, and shine? Alternatively, are you aware of any instructables, circuit diagrams, DIY projects which I could use as a guide to make my counter.
2. A way to have my counter 'talk' with my GSM modem so that it can send the data from the counter to the guys in the office.
3. An end product which is cheap, easy to construct, and durable.
Wach'all think? Any input would be so appreciated!
My job is to source or make a durable, inexpensive counter which will be used to count the number of people who use an outdoor bike path. The counter will need to be able to count both people and bikes. I am thinking about using an infra-red beam which when broken by the upper body of a person would cause a count to occur (e.g 1st break in beam = 1 person/bike, 2nd break in beam = 2 people/bikes, 3rd break in beam = 3 people/bikes, etc). I then need to have the data from the counter sent to a computer so that the boys in the office can know how many people are using their bike path in real time. I am using a GSM modem to have this data sent to them.
So what I need is:
1. A counter. This can be bought, or made by me. Do you know of any commercial counters which would be durable enough to be used in rain, hail, and shine? Alternatively, are you aware of any instructables, circuit diagrams, DIY projects which I could use as a guide to make my counter.
2. A way to have my counter 'talk' with my GSM modem so that it can send the data from the counter to the guys in the office.
3. An end product which is cheap, easy to construct, and durable.
Wach'all think? Any input would be so appreciated!