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Pedro Teixidó1, Juan Antonio Gómez-Galán2, Rafael Caballero3
1OnTech Security LLC, C/Hispano Aviación, 7-9, 41300 Seville, Spain.
This study introduces an advanced perimeter security system using control of electromagnetic fields (CEMF) sensing, cameras, and autonomous drones. The integrated solution significantly reduces false alarms and enhances intruder tracking capabilities.
Area of Science:
- Security Systems Engineering
- Robotics and Automation
- Electromagnetic Sensing Technologies
Background:
- Traditional perimeter detection systems (e.g., infrared, radar) suffer from high false alarm rates and environmental sensitivity.
- Existing solutions often require constant human supervision, increasing operational costs and reducing efficiency.
- Limitations include weather interference, clearance area requirements, and privacy concerns.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and present an integrated perimeter security system that overcomes the limitations of current technologies.
- To enhance intruder detection accuracy and tracking capabilities while minimizing false alarms.
- To provide a robust and reliable security solution adaptable to various environmental conditions.
Main Methods:
- Integration of a perimeter security system based on control of electromagnetic fields (CEMF) sensing technology.
- Utilizing a network of video cameras that activate only upon event detection.
- Deployment of an autonomous drone equipped with computer vision for real-time intruder tracking.
Main Results:
- The combined system effectively reduces false alarms and eliminates issues related to weather conditions.
- Autonomous drone successfully tracks intruders using computer vision, even in complex scenarios.
- The system provides continuous location data of intruders, regardless of environmental factors or crowd interference.
Conclusions:
- The proposed integrated system offers a highly effective and reliable solution for perimeter security.
- CEMF sensing, smart cameras, and autonomous drones synergize to provide superior detection and tracking.
- This approach addresses key challenges in perimeter security, including false alarms, environmental robustness, and continuous monitoring.
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