Bosch is using edge-based AI video analytics, to improve security and operational efficiency at airports, government facilities, schools and other organisations with critical security needs.

The firm’s Flexidome 8100i pan-tilt-roll-zoom (PTRZ) camera builds on the Flexidome Starlight 8000i series of fixed dome cameras to provide system integrators with a tool to address evolving security needs.

It delivers reliable, high-quality video data for informed decision-making, thanks to edge-based AI video analytics, improving security and operational efficiency across various applications. Uses include detecting personal protective equipment, safeguarding privacy, gathering details about an individual’s physical characteristics for forensic searches, and even recognising potential threats such as firearms. The camera works in daylight and difficult night-time conditions. In addition to the camera’s AI and imaging capabilities, features such as smart installation, compliance with government regulations, and data security distinguish it for mission-critical surveillance needs.

The camera’s edge-based AI and IVA Pro intelligent video analytics provide over 95% accuracy for object detection, classification and counting, enabling real-time safety and security enhancements with increased efficiency. Pre-installed IVA Pro software licences for buildings, perimeter and privacy offer tailored options for diverse environments.

For building security, it can monitor access points, reliably count objects, distinguish people and vehicles, and protect assets. At the perimeter, it can detect and deter intrusions with high sensitivity, long-range monitoring. In government buildings, schools and campuses, it can automatically blur faces with a semi-transparent privacy mask without revealing personally identifiable information.

The camera’s performance can be enhanced further with one of many IVA Pro software licences. The versatility of IVA Pro enables users to optimise the camera’s functionality and increase its potential for their security system.

Users can enhance the effectiveness of forensic searches by quickly retrieving video evidence based on specific attributes, increasing the search capabilities’ efficacy and efficiency. They can gain insights into traffic flow and patterns. And they can get automatic alerts for missing safety gear to ensure workplace safety and support compliance.

Early, fast firearm detection and real-time alerts enable a swift response to a person brandishing a gun and high-quality video footage for investigations.

Streamlined installation and remote commissioning reduce setup time by up to 75% compared with traditional cameras. AI-powered autocalibration for video analytics further optimises efficiency, saving an additional 20% of calibration time.

Starlight X captures colour details in low light, while HDR X records high-quality video regardless of object movement, ensuring image quality in difficult scenes. Intelligent split IR with individually controllable LEDs provides clear images in complete darkness.

The camera is engineered for reliability in difficult environments. It is IP66, IP67 and IP6K9K rated for protection against water and dust, and IK11 for vandal resistance; it has enhanced corrosion protection ensuring continuous operation.

Bosch prioritises sensitive information protection, achieving critical cyber-security certifications including IEC 62443-4-1 and UL 2900-2-3 level three. Secure element with TPM 2.0 trusted platform module functionality supports a 4096bit key length for future-proof security.

The camera (www.boschsecurity.com/xc/en/news/product-news/flexidome-8100i-ptrz) complies with the US National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 889 for 2019 and the Trade Agreements Act (TAA). This compliance ensures consistency with reliability standards and adherence to trade regulations. Global markets can look to NDAA and TAA for guidance on trade and procurement standards. However, they must also evaluate their associated rules and priorities.