Programmable Camera Sensor Agent for Dynamic Security System Configuration
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional security and surveillance systems face challenges in upgrading and maintaining mobile security systems across wide geographic areas, as they often require disabling parts of the system, leading to reduced protection and inefficiencies due to limited integration capabilities with multiple systems, which results in resource wastage and compatibility issues when hardware or software is upgraded.
Innovation Solution
A programmable camera system with programmable sensor agents that can be configured dynamically via a network interface, processor, and image processor, allowing for the addition or removal of security features without requiring substantial hardware or software investments, enabling integration with various security functions and systems through a system manager that can program and control these agents.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If security systems are upgraded or maintained, then system functionality is improved, but protection is reduced as portions of the system need to be disabled
Solution Approach 1:
The security system is divided into modular camera units with independent configurable devices that can be individually updated. Each camera contains its own processor, image processor, and configurable devices that can be programmed separately, allowing upgrades without disabling the entire system.
Solution Approach 2:
The system employs dynamically reconfigurable devices within each camera that can change their functionality through programming. This allows the system to adapt to new requirements and upgrade capabilities while maintaining continuous operation and protection.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple security management systems are used to provide multiple security functions, then functional versatility is improved, but resource efficiency deteriorates due to duplicate databases and data entry points
Solution Approach 1:
Each camera unit is designed as a universal platform with configurable devices that can perform multiple security functions. The same camera hardware can be programmed to provide different security capabilities, eliminating the need for separate specialized systems and reducing resource duplication.
Solution Approach 2:
Multiple security functions are merged into single integrated camera units. The system combines various security capabilities in one device with centralized management, reducing the number of separate systems needed and eliminating duplicate databases and data entry points.
3Area of stationary object
If security systems are integrated across wide geographic areas with mobile devices, then coverage area is improved, but maintenance difficulty increases
Solution Approach 1:
The distributed security system is segmented into independent camera units that can be individually managed and maintained. Each unit's modular architecture allows for remote programming and configuration, making maintenance accessible even for devices located in hard-to-reach areas.
Solution Approach 2:
The camera units are designed to be self-configurable and self-managing to the extent possible. The system allows remote programming and automatic configuration, reducing the need for physical access to devices for routine maintenance and updates.
4Adaptability or versatility
If hardware and software are upgraded in traditional security systems, then system capability is improved, but compatibility is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The system uses dynamically reconfigurable devices that can be programmed to adapt to different requirements. This dynamic architecture allows continuous capability improvement through software updates while maintaining compatibility with existing systems and devices.
Solution Approach 2:
The camera units are designed as universal platforms with standardized interfaces and configurable devices that maintain compatibility across different configurations and upgrades. The modular architecture ensures that new capabilities can be added without compromising existing system compatibility.
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AI summary
A method and system for a programmable camera for a configurable security and surveillance system are provided. A programmable sensor agent for video surveillance may comprise a network interface, a processor, an image processor, and an image sensor. The image processor may comprise at least one configurable device. A device programming file may be received by the network interface from a system manager and may be programmed into at least one configurable device in the image processor via a JTAG interface in the processor. The processor may also verify that the programming has been completed successfully. The programmable sensor agent may also comprise a display interface. The device programming file may be selected via the system manager and/or via the display interface in the programmable sensor agent. The programmable sensor agent may also comprise a battery for backup power, a wireless processor, and/or a global positioning system (GPS) processor.