Vehicle identification and categorization using AI-powered real time video analytics

Human vision is a powerful tool that allows us to accurately perceive the world around us. The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence has given us the ability to develop something just as powerful- computer vision. This scientific field encompasses the superior level of understanding that computers use to make sense of digital images or videos. 

The ground-breaking discoveries in the fields of deep learning and neural networks have allowed computer vision to reach a point where it can surpass humans when it comes to identifying and categorizing objects. We can now use advanced video analytics systems powered by artificial intelligence to scan through scores of vehicle identification numbers and categorize them in real time.

AI Video analytics can be a massive boon in vehicle identification by carrying out tasks such as:

·       Image categorization: Using AI to filter through a variety of predetermined categories (car, bus, truck, bike, scooter etc.) to identify a particular object in an image
·       Location services: Such solutions can be used in the location of a particular vehicle 
·       Vehicle identification: A target vehicle can be identified and pinpointed in a variety of images
·       Vehicle tracking: Target vehicles can be tracked in real time 

The following industries are just a few examples of where vehicle identification and categorization using AI-powered real time video analytics can find its place in modern society- 

Transportation

The concept of smart cities is on the rise in India, and video analytics can facilitate the integration of smooth sailing traffic into the creation of smart cities. Unchecked traffic can lead to serious road accidents and traffic jams. Smart video analytics solutions can put a stop to such problems by identifying vehicles that ignore traffic rules and go above speed limits. They can also identify and categorize vehicles like buses, cars, trucks and bikes to provide deeper insights into traffic congestion in real time. 

Video analytics can also be used to create intelligent parking systems. Cameras can identify the number of vehicles in a particular parking lot and subsequently find unoccupied spaces that are available for parking. This information can be conveyed via communication systems in real time. 

A good case study for such a solution would be the IoT startup based in France called Parkisseo. They have made use of sensors in various parking spaces to detect whether the area is occupied by a vehicle. This data is then sent over via LPWA (Low Power Wide Area) network technology. Drivers looking for a spot to park their car can find a space by accessing the web or using an application that will guide them to the closest free parking spot.  

Security

Video surveillance has been a tried and tested method of providing security for a long time now. Earlier, the most common method of video surveillance would involve security guards hunched over multiple screens of real time video footage. The constant innovation in the field of video analytics means that we have a much more efficient and reliable method of remote video monitoring.

All businesses and residential developers consider safety as a top priority, and rightly so. The ability to detect the entry of unauthorized vehicles into a particular premises can put these concerns for security to rest, and the use of artificial intelligence to carry out this identification process has become increasingly common. License plate recognition techniques can be employed to grant access to authorized personnel into areas that require protection from the general public. 

For example, an apartment complex can now use video analytics to differentiate between a resident and a visitor. Residential vehicles can be let in automatically, while visitor vehicles can be flagged and recorded in the system. 

An example of a use case for the security of a large polyethylene plant built in Central America has been cited below to give you a better insight into the untapped power of security systems fuelled by artificial intelligence-

A video analytics system containing over sixty hazardous cameras was brought in for this project. The goal behind the installation of these surveillance devices was for safety monitoring and site security. 

IVC worked with a major analytics software company to provide an integrated solution that addressed the following concerns:
  • Activity in critical areas
  • Crossing of virtual trip wires
  • Intrusion
  • Object left behind
  • Object taken
  • Loitering

The real time video streaming footage from the cameras that were placed along the circumference of the facility would be sent to the IVC Relay Server. This server would send across all this information to the concerned clients. If the analytic software detects any unusual activity, it sends an HTTP message to the IVC Alarm Server, which then determines which alarm response to initiate.  

Law Enforcement
Needless to say, video analytics can help enforce laws and make public spaces safer for the community. Using video footage empowered by artificial intelligence, officials can have access to myriad information that includes weather, traffic congestion, road accidents etc. Such algorithms can also help identify lost or stolen vehicles by running plate numbers through a database and matching it with real time footage.
In the city of New York, the NYPD often makes use of real time footage to receive insights to improve their traffic management systems and track suspected vehicles through video analytics.
Using a video surveillance technology that has the boosted benefit of artificial intelligence can help a number of organizations achieve their goals for a secure and productive working environment. It reduces the need for human intervention and increases the efficiency of a company’s daily workflow. At Accubits, we are committed to providing customized video analytics systems that cater to your individual needs. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any queries regarding how we can integrate our modern technology solutions with your modern world business problems.

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