Interactive gaming hardware and software system for entertainment centers
Smart Track
Smart Track is an interactive hardware and software system designed for sports and entertainment attractions. The system automatically tracks players as they reach designated checkpoints, awards points for each checkpoint completed, monitors the time spent on the attraction, and displays individual scores and game statistics on a shared screen. It enables entertainment venues to create engaging interactive experiences while automating player tracking, scoring and performance analysis.
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Reliable wireless communication between interactive buttons and the operator's software using the MQTT protocol - An integrated LED matrix provides visual feedback and indicates game events
- The device can store information for up to 200 active RFID wristbands
- A durable, water-resistant housing designed for operation in active entertainment environments
How the system works
Configuration
The device is configured via Bluetooth using a mobile application.
Installation
Interactive buttons are installed throughout the sports attraction to serve as game checkpoints.
Data collection
When a player brings their RFID wristband close to a button, the system registers that the checkpoint has been reached.
Data transmission
The button transmits checkpoint activity data to the attraction operator's software.
System components:
A mobile application used to configure the device and adjust its operating parameters.
An interactive button equipped with an LED display and an integrated RFID wristband reader.
An RFID wristband issued to each participant before the game begins.
Operator software that stores information about interactive buttons, players and game settings, and collects usage statistics.
Mobile Application
The application is compatible with devices running Android 9.0 or later. Once installed, the application provides access to the emergency call device, allowing users to configure its operating parameters and manage device settings directly from their smartphones.
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Functional Requirements:
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Functional Requirements:
- The mobile application must support local configuration and adjustment of device operating parameters via Bluetooth.
Click Button Interactive Device
The Click Button devices are designed to be installed at designated checkpoints throughout a sports or entertainment attraction. Each button features a two-color LED matrix that provides visual feedback during gameplay.
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Functional Requirements:
1. Enclosure Requirements (the enclosure must be made of plastic and have a square design with a transparent cover to ensure that the LED indicators are clearly visible to users).
2. Power Supply Requirements (the device must be powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery. The battery capacity must provide at least seven operating days of autonomous use).
3. Charging Requirements (the device must support charging via a USB Type-C connector. A full battery charge must take no longer than eight hours).
4. Wireless Communication Requirements (communication between the interactive button and the attraction operator's software must be established via a Wi-Fi network).
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Functional Requirements:
1. Enclosure Requirements (the enclosure must be made of plastic and have a square design with a transparent cover to ensure that the LED indicators are clearly visible to users).
2. Power Supply Requirements (the device must be powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery. The battery capacity must provide at least seven operating days of autonomous use).
3. Charging Requirements (the device must support charging via a USB Type-C connector. A full battery charge must take no longer than eight hours).
4. Wireless Communication Requirements (communication between the interactive button and the attraction operator's software must be established via a Wi-Fi network).
The Click Button supports five operating modes:
Active Mode is enabled through the operator's software while the attraction is running.
In this mode:
In this mode:
- The device maintains communication with the operator's software.
- LED indicators are active.
- The RFID wristband reader is enabled.
Sleep Mode is activated through the operator's software when the attraction stops operating. The device also enters Sleep Mode automatically if communication with the operator's software is lost.
In this mode:
In this mode:
- LED indicators are switched off.
- The RFID wristband reader is disabled.
- The device operates in a low-power state.
- Every five minutes, the device attempts to reconnect to the operator's software so it can return to Active Mode.
Reader Mode is activated through the operator's software or the mobile configuration application. This mode allows the operator to use the interactive button as an RFID wristband reader when issuing wristbands to visitors.
Access Control Mode is activated through the operator's software or the mobile configuration application. This mode allows the device to be used for monitoring and controlling visitor entry to the attraction.
In Locate Mode, the button changes its LED indication pattern to make itself easier to identify. This mode is designed to help operators locate individual buttons installed throughout the attraction.
FRID-wristband
Before the game begins, each participant receives an RFID wristband from the attraction operator.
When the wristband is brought close to an interactive button, the system registers the checkpoint visit and transmits the corresponding data to the attraction operator's software.
This enables automatic player identification, checkpoint tracking and score calculation.
When the wristband is brought close to an interactive button, the system registers the checkpoint visit and transmits the corresponding data to the attraction operator's software.
This enables automatic player identification, checkpoint tracking and score calculation.
Attraction Management Software
The attraction management software controls the operation of the interactive hardware and software system. It manages communication with interactive buttons, provides tools for attraction operators, processes gameplay data and displays player results on a public screen.
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Functional requirements:
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Functional requirements:
- Communication Protocols — the software must communicate with interactive buttons using the MQTT/TCP-IP/Wi-Fi protocol stack.
- Operating System Compatibility — the software must run on Windows 10 or later.
- Integrated Database — the software must include a built-in database for storing information about interactive buttons, attraction participants, game configurations, statistics and system settings.
- User Interfaces — the software must provide two separate interfaces:
- Attraction Operator Interface
- Public Display Interface
The public display must show the following information in real time:
- Player names
- Individual player scores
- Individual player timers (optional)
- High-score statistics for the entire period of attraction operation or for a specific period selected by the operator
The operator interface must provide the following management tools:
- The button management screen displays
- Connection status of each interactive button.
- Physical location of each button within the attraction.
- Installed firmware version.
- Number of points awarded for activating each button.
- Battery charge level.
The interface must allow the operator to:- Edit button information.
- Add new buttons and remove existing ones.
- Switch individual buttons or all buttons simultaneously between Active Mode and Sleep Mode.
- Update button firmware.
- Activate the Locate function to identify specific buttons.
- Game managementThe game management screen displays available games and their settings.
For each game, the operator can configure:- Game duration.
- Individual or team-based gameplay.
In team-based games, points are awarded to the entire team rather than to individual participants.
The interface must also support selecting the active game, creating new games and deleting existing ones. - Player and team managementThis screen displays registered players and teams and provides controls for adding or removing them.
When registering a new player, the software sends a command to the RFID reader and prompts the operator to present the player's wristband for scanning. - Attraction usage statisticsThe statistics screen displays a bar chart showing the number of newly registered players.
The data can be grouped by hour or day, allowing operators to analyze visitor activity throughout the attraction's operating period.
Benefits of the smart track interactive gaming system
Smart Track is a fully wireless interactive hardware and software system designed for sports and entertainment attractions, including rope courses, ninja warrior arenas, laser tag facilities, adventure parks and interactive game zones. The system transforms traditional physical attractions into engaging, technology-driven gaming experiences with automated scoring, real-time leaderboards and comprehensive performance analytics.
Smart Track can help entertainment venues increase revenue by encouraging repeat visits and longer guest engagement while reducing operating costs through automation and minimal equipment maintenance requirements.
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Scalability and flexibilityNew interactive buttons and game scenarios can be added directly through the operator interface, making it easy to expand or modify the attraction.
Buttons can be quickly reconfigured, relocated and identified using the built-in Locate Mode.- Key Benefit: Keep gaming experiences fresh and engaging without major additional investment.
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Increased мisitor уngagement and кevenueSupport for individual and team-based games allows entertainment venues to accommodate more participants and offer a wider range of activities. The system is suitable for birthday parties, corporate events, group activities and team-building programs.- Key Benefit: Attract more visitors, encourage repeat bookings and increase revenue opportunities.
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Automation and reduced staff workloadRFID wristbands enable quick player registration without the need for manual data entry. The system automatically records checkpoint visits, tracks gameplay duration and calculates scores, reducing the need for operator intervention.- Key Benefit: Streamline daily operations, reduce administrative workload and improve staff efficiency.
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Improved attraction safety and operational controlAccess Control Mode allows operators to monitor visitor entry and exit. Clear tracking of each participant's time on the attraction helps operators manage visitor flow and reduce the risk of overcrowding.- Key Benefit: Improve attraction management, enhance operational control and support a safer visitor experience.
Project scope and comleted work:
- Development of the interactive button's electronic circuit schematic.
- Printed circuit board (PCB) design and layout.
- Manufacturing of interactive button prototypes.
- Development of embedded firmware for the interactive button.
- Development of device configuration software.
- Development of attraction management software.
- Preparation of technical documentation for the complete system.
- Production of a batch of more than 100 devices.
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