Secure Network Infrastructure Design: WAN to LAN with VLAN Isolation, Firewall, VPN, and
Internal Server Configuration
Research Questions:
1. How can a secure network topology be designed to isolate department-level VLANs from
one another?
2. What firewall and VPN configurations are necessary to ensure secure access for remote
workers while maintaining LAN integrity?
3. How can internal servers be secured from external access while allowing IT access via a
dedicated domain?
Target Beneficiary:
1. Company departments require secure and segregated network access
2. Remote workers who need secure, encrypted access to internal resources
3. IT administrators responsible for maintaining secure internal infrastructure and access
control
Sub-topics:
1. VLAN Segmentation and Isolation:
Implement VLANs per department to logically separate network traffic.
Evaluate performance and security benefits of VLAN segmentation.
2. Firewall and VPN Setup:
Design and configure a firewall to block unauthorized access between VLANs and from
external networks.
Set up a site-to-site or remote access VPN for secure connections for remote workers.
Monitor and log VPN usage for compliance and troubleshooting.
3. Server and Domain Access Control:
Deploy internal servers that are only accessible within the LAN.
Limit domain access to IT administrators and secure it with strong authentication
mechanisms.
Heart Rate and Blood Oxygen Level Monitoring System Using Arduino
Research Questions:
1. How accurate is an Arduino-based pulse oximeter compared to commercial medical
devices?
2. Can a low-cost Arduino solution effectively monitor real-time heart rate and SpO₂
levels?
Target Beneficiaries:
1. Individuals with chronic heart or respiratory conditions - who require regular monitoring.
2. Rural health clinics or communities - with limited access to expensive medical equipment.
3. Students and educators - in electronics, healthcare, or biomedical engineering fields.
4. DIY inventing communities - interested in low-cost health monitoring technologies.
Sub-topics:
1. Accuracy Comparison
Evaluation of Arduino-based pulse oximeter accuracy against commercial devices.
2. Real-time Monitoring
Analysis of data acquisition and processing for heart rate and SpO₂ levels.
3. Target Beneficiaries and Applications
Exploration of use cases for individuals with chronic conditions and rural health clinics.
RESOURCE SAVING WEB-BASED EARLY ALARM SYSTEM FOR ALKALINE BASED WATER
STATIONS
Research questions:
1. What are the key components and technologies used in the IoT framework for the alarm
system?
2. How do resource-saving techniques impact operational costs and efficiency at the alkaline
water station?
3. How effective is the early alarm system in detecting and preventing potential water quality
issues?
Target Beneficiaries:
1. Water Station Operators
Enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs through improved resource
management.
2. Local Communities
Benefit from reliable water supply and better health outcomes due to improved water
quality.
3. Environmental Agencies
Gain insights into water quality management and resource conservation efforts.
4. Government Agencies
Support regulatory compliance and public health initiatives by monitoring water safety
standards.
Subtopics:
1. System Architecture
Overview of the IoT framework and network-defined software components for the
alarm system.
2. Resource Efficiency
Analysis of resource-saving techniques and their impact on operational costs at the
water station.
3. Early Alarm Mechanism
Evaluation of the early alarm system's effectiveness in preventing water quality issues.