Using robotics to power security industries
Have you noticed things hovering over events, delivering post, or images of robots walking around shopping centres? As artificial intelligence makes robots smarter, it improves their ability to anticipate and respond to situations the same way a human would.
Robots are often overlooked due to their price. In the long run, they end up saving you money. Permanent security devices require a huge amount of infrastructure. When replaced with mobile versions, detection points, cameras, and sensors can be used alongside robotic devices that require minimal upkeep.
The greatest challenge with robotics and autonomous solutions, is finding a way to keep them connected. Rajant provides wireless mesh networks, using Kinetic Mesh technology, that gives consistent, reliable coverage across virtually any space, regardless of the property size or physical obstacles.
Robotics can improve security in a wide range of environments, especially those that face an elevated risk of attack from criminals or terrorists. It can be hard to create a blanket of security across large sites. This is where robotics comes in.
You can place robots across large surface areas and in a range of environments, such as wooded areas, between large concrete walls, or hilly terrains. They are able to move freely, whilst staying connected using Kinetic Mesh.
Kinetic Mesh uses radios, or nodes, that automatically identify and transmit to others, continually adjusting and finding the fastest and most stable connections. Kinetic Mesh offers machine-to-machine connectivity. This allows mobile assets, such as robots, to support their own communication, using their connection to the network.
Benefits of Kinetic Mesh compared to other networking options:
- Extremely reliable connectivity ✅
- No single-point-of-failure ✅
- Support for a wide range of frequencies ✅
- Long-term value and low total-cost-of-ownership ✅
Using robotics in place of static security structures will save you money and provide you with comprehensive situational awareness with any properties that are covered, no matter the size of the grounds.
Bringing in a wireless mesh network solution means you can utilise fixed power sources, solar power or mobile devices to which they’re assigned. This allows them to provide wide-area surveillance and omni-directional connectivity for mounted cameras and sensors.
Contact us to find out more about how you can implement robotics into your security network.
How do biometric fingerprint readers work?
Are you familiar with unlocking a phone using fingerprint identification? We’ve seen an increase in fingerprint scanning technology, with rapid growth predicted over the next few years. It’s not surprising, due to their 10/10 accuracy and speed.
Human fingerprints are all unique, which is why these fingerprint scanning devices are an accurate and secure method of authentication. They can be used in industries including law enforcement, hospitality, healthcare and more!
How do biometric fingerprint readers work?
These devices work by capturing the pattern of a human fingerprint. The information is then processed using the device’s analysis/matching software. The fingerprint will be compared to the list of registered prints on file, granting access to the external device when a match is made.
The readers can also be used to create a database of new prints, for example when scanning suspect’s prints in the law enforcement industry. This is a great way to securely capture personal data that can then be loaded into another system.
The HID DigitalPersona 4500 Fingerprint Reader is a compact USB peripheral, perfect for individual desk top users or multiple users in shared environments. The fingerprint reader uses optical scanning technology to achieve excellent image quality, a large capture area and superior reliability. The silicone coating allows it to make readings accurately, regardless of the placement angle of the finger.
Simply place the finger on the reader window. The reader will automatically capture and encrypt the fingerprint image before sending it to the DigitalPersona Finger Jet biometric engine for verification. A red flash will indicate that the image has been captured.
Key features:
- Small form factor
- Excellent image quality
- Fast image capture
- Encrypted fingerprint data
- Compatible with DigitalPersona Biometric SDKs
Types of scanners
Optical Reader
An optical reader makes a photocopy of the fingerprint, usually using an image sensor or light-sensitive microchip.
Capacitive Reader
Instead of light, these scanners use electricity, in a similar way to a touchscreen, to read the print pattern. Most smartphones use this type of fingerprint reader.
Ultrasonic Reader
These readers use sound waves. The hardware sends ultrasonic pulses to measure how much bounces back, which will outline the print pattern.
The HID DigitalPersona 4500 is an optical reader, using illuminated light to create a photocopy of the finger to match with the database.
Benefits of an optical reader
- High accuracy
- Long-term stability
- Easy to use
- Non-intrusive
- Smaller storage space needed which reduces database memory use
If you’re interested in improving your authentication methods, chat to us today.
Biometric fingerprint readers for secure authentication
HID Fingerprint Readers provide you with the highest level of identity security. Whether your use case requires specific certifications, such as FBI, STQC and more, we guarantee there will be a biometric fingerprint reader designed to meet your needs. The devices are highly durable, efficient, capture excellent quality scans and offer a variety of cable connection lengths.
Use our chart to analyse key features and help you decide which fingerprint reader would be best for you. Click here to download our spec sheets.
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