Fingerprint Scanner for Garage Door

It works!

A while back I came across the fingerprint scanners on SparkFun, which had a link to a cool Instructables project. It incorporated AVR coding/flashing, soldering, and drilling holes in my garage, so it seemed like a fun thing to do. I wanted a version with more buttons and a cool lasercut panel, so I did my own build (which got featured on Instructables!). I won’t duplicate effort, but below are some pics from the project. Maybe something for the new space?

It works!
It works!
bits and pieces
bits and pieces
control panel
control panel
This goes inside, provides 3.3V, confirms authorized user, and opens door
This goes inside, provides 3.3V, confirms authorized user, and opens door
Menard's weatherproof outlet box with acrylic standoffs. Go Gorilla Glue!
Menard’s weatherproof outlet box with acrylic standoffs. Go Gorilla Glue!
Control box mounetd outside
Control box mounted outside
Power/switch box inside
Power/switch box inside
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By Bill Peterson

I'm a Physics professor and lab manager at Augustana College. I like Linux, MIDI, and soldering. I play keys in a few bands, I record original music, and I've seen every Doctor Who episode.

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