Fence Multi-Sensor Platform for Integrated Intrusion Detection
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing security systems for compounds and border lines require multiple types of sensors that are not integrated into a unified platform, necessitating separate installations and maintenance for each sensor type, lacking a convenient and reliable alert system.
Innovation Solution
A multi-sensor platform that integrates various sensor types, including Lidar radar, accelerometers, microphones, and cameras, within a single unit for detecting movement, contact, and visual imaging, mounted on barriers like fences or walls, with communication to a remote control center.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If multiple types of sensors are installed separately along the fence, then reliable intrusion detection capabilities are achieved, but device complexity and maintenance requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines multiple sensor types (vibration sensors, optical sensors, motion sensors, sound sensors) into a single integrated multi-sensor unit mounted on each fence post. This merging approach maintains comprehensive intrusion detection capabilities while reducing the number of separate installations and simplifying maintenance operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The multi-sensor unit is designed as a universal platform that can detect multiple types of intrusion attempts through different sensor modalities. A single unit performs multiple functions (detecting vibrations, optical movements, motion, and sounds) that previously required separate discrete sensor installations, thereby reducing overall system complexity.
2Reliability
If multiple discrete sensor units are installed along the fence, then comprehensive detection coverage is achieved, but ease of operation and maintenance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
By merging multiple sensor types into a single integrated unit, the patent reduces the number of discrete components that require maintenance. Operators now maintain one multi-sensor unit instead of multiple separate sensors, significantly improving maintenance convenience while preserving comprehensive detection coverage through the integrated sensor array.
3Reliability
If various sensor types are installed side-by-side, then reliable alert capabilities are provided, but use of energy and bandwidth increase
Solution Approach 1:
The multi-sensor unit employs periodic action by activating different sensor types based on detected events. The system can selectively activate specific sensors (vibration, optical, motion, or sound) depending on the type of intrusion detected, rather than continuously operating all sensors at full capacity. This reduces overall power and bandwidth consumption while maintaining reliable alert capabilities.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
Provides reliable, integrated intrusion detection with reduced maintenance needs and efficient power and bandwidth usage, enabling coordinated alerts and visual imaging for enhanced security.
Implementation Method 1
sensors of the type that allows sensing the occurrence of volumetric movements near the unit
Implementation Method 2
sensors of the type that allows sensing contact with the barrier in close proximity to the unit
Implementation Method 3
sensors of the type that provide for hearing noises (sound) near the unit
Implementation Method 4
sensors of the type that allows for producing a visual image of what is happening in close proximity
Data Source
AI summary
A multi-sensor unit for mounting on a barrier and a method for detecting penetration of a barrier while utilizing this multi-sensor unit, wherein the multi-sensor unit comprises a case that is formed with anchoring means for mounting the unit on the barrier; and serves as a platform for plurality of sensors of different types, which are installed inside the case and were selected from a group of types of sensors that consist of sensors of the type that enable detection of volumetric movement near the unit, sensors of the type that enable detection of contact with the barrier near the unit; sensors of the type that enable picking up noises near the unit, and sensors that enable producing a visual image of what is happening in the vicinity of the unit.