Innovation From Optex Leverages IPad as Physical Security Layout Force Multiplier

Just as in the wild west the six gun was the force multipler. With it on ones hip anyone could be a person to be reckoned with.

http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=OntwwcBVe6o

Today the internet and the IPAD have taken it's place in maximiz business productivity. Optex has taken things a step further in terms of productivity associated with laying out video coverage regarding to a site you want to provide security for. Take it from one who has assisted the MOD in reviweing imagey of Argentinean airfields on the Falklands to preparing perimeter defense schemes for FOB's on the slopes of Mt. Tumbledown to helping domestic  homeland security resources and county sherriffs keep drug cartels from ambushing them the My Optex tool is a tremedous force multipler in the specifications of FOV, coverage distance,etc.

Any individual can start to asses their physical security planning needs with this layout tool. Rather then provide an example of utilization or give you  the details of how intuitive this package is I suggest you download the application yourself and start working with it. I have created several simulation and modeling packages in the past to attempt to show the details of sensor integration combined with the various aspects of situational awareness but none came close to My Optix.

http://www.optexamerica.com/page.aspx?id=324

Consider how one could incorporate other modalities such as HAZMAT sensor capability to  this scenario. Since HAZMAT sensors cover a variety of Chem/Bio threats and have such a scalable amount of ranges of detection this aspect of simulation and modeling alone would more then justify such a practice.

Optix Inc. Flexible Uncooled Portable Surveillance Camera

Here is a review of a great approach to portable uncooled surveillance solutions

Minion: A portable uncooled thermal vision camera perfect for integration in observation CCTV systems. It allows 24-hours surveillance in total darkness and harsh weather conditions. The optical system and digital enhancement of the video signal provide high contrast, detailed and sharp pictures at any time in a completely passive mode. The reliable mechanical construction makes Minion suitable for any type of inside and outside mounting. Along with its accessories Minion includes user software for remote control and setup of the main functions. It is designed for versatile applications in the surveillance systems range, fire-precaution appliances, video observation of border areas and strategic zones. Other features include monitoring of the specified area to detect any abnormal behavior (intrusion attempt) caused by people or vehicles. Visual verification of the intruding object in the specified area under all weather conditions.  Transfer of the alarm information including the image to a remote headquarters for further investigation in decision making process and also to mobile patrols. Monitoring of the technical state of the system and all of its components and transfer of status information (including information about any technical faults, power outages, sabotage attempts and others) to a remote Headquarters.  Remote system and subsystem diagnostics from a remote Headquarters, in order to repair (fully or partially) or limit damages to the system with-out physical presence on site.

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New Website Dedicated To Surveillance & Security

See:

http://surveillance-securityinanasymmetricalera.com

Digital Signage for Surveillance & Security Applications

The area of Digital Signage is a brand new area of interest and focus within the area of surveillance and security applications, especially when addressing tasks dealing with transit infrastructure, all types of critical infrastructure and protection of major public events. Made possible by the melding of high-end computer graphics with crisp high definition LCD displays operating wirelessly which can automatically update information on safety issues, directions and threat situational awareness. An excellent event that features leading edge technology and methodology is held on an annual basis. See:

http://www.digitalsignageexpo.net/

Two publications that cover the market are:

http://signagesolutionsmagazine.com/

http://www.proavmagazine.com/digital-signage/turf-wars.aspx

Think about the potential scenarios of another 9-11 type event and reflect on the potential to assist people to gain an orderly exit or find treatment for injuries sustained.

Global Situational Awareness and Embedded Computing

Since the first time man threw rocks at other men location, geography, weather and the dynamics of an indigenous population have played a role in history and conflict. Today we are faced with all the old themes mapped into a digital age of international proportion. In the past sensors have been used by military and civilian organizations to collect and analyze data from which decisions were made. This approach has been costly and required much special design and packaging. In the world of today’s asymmetrical threats it’s key for everyone to be aware of the potential for threats and the ramifications of those threats to not only personal travel but the business climate one is involved in.  The embedded computing market is an ideal candidate to take advantage of the information generated by various sources both social media and in real time. One good if not great aggregation of real time information can be found at this site:

http://www.globalincidentmap.com

Kudos to the group that has developed and is presenting this information. They have done an excellent job of not only aggregating data but also displaying it through a variety of interactive maps that are not only works of art but allow granularity in gaining actionable intelligence. The potential for augmenting the existing information with displayed with real time Video, Acoustic, Seismic, and CBRN sensors would be profound. All of these modalities represent Embedded Computing and related data acquisition and display themes.