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Computers have the ability to process and access tremendous amounts of information in our daily lives. But, now, individuals have this ability by carrying a smart card in their own wallets. These cards provide us the versatility, power, and security of computers. This study begins with a short description of smart cards and their advantages. Then, an electronic circuit that is designed for healthcare application in hospitals is introduced. This circuit functions as a smart card holder identifier, access controller for hospital doors and also can be used as a smart card reader/writer. Design steps of this electronic circuit, operation principles, serial communication with P.C., and the software are examined. Finally a complete access control network for hospital doors that functions with smart cards is discussed.
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Güler, İ., Zengin, R.M. & Sönmez, M. Smart Cards: A Specific Application in the Hospital. Journal of Medical Systems 22, 405–419 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1020670426500
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1020670426500