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PRODUCTS AND SOLUTIONS
XCam-p™ – Presence Detection Video Sensor
Overview of XCam-p
Citilog’s XCam-p is a real-time video detection sensor enclosed in a rugged elegant housing for vehicle presence detection and intersection control at intersections and on ramps.
The XCam-p video-sensor is designed to replace or expand upon in-road magnetic loop detectors with a vehicle presence detection solution. Ideal at intersections and on-ramps, XCam-p eliminates constraints imposed by embedded loops. Power and communications infrastructure are also not an issue since XCam-p provides built-in low power consumption and wireless communications.
It also enables a low-cost seamless expansion of vehicle presence detection capabilities, intersection control and monitoring reach for intersections and on ramps.
Solutions
The XCam-p video detector was designed to work under any conditions. It provides several functionalities to ease deployment of video detection sensors at intersections:
- Embedded loop replacement
- Presence detection at stop bars
- Advance / mid-block detection
- Ramp metering
The XCam-p communicates with any traffic controller through a communications board (XCom) for direct loop replacement or through more advanced communications protocols. The XCam-p can be installed up to a distance of 300m from the XCom, which is typically installed in the traffic controller cabinet. A wireless module enables the connection of several XCam-p sensors for an easy and flexible deployment.
Benefits
The XCam-p video sensor provides three main benefits: Mobility, Return on Investment and Greenhouse Gas Reduction.
XCam-p provides tools for real-time traffic management and intersection control under all types of conditions (day, night, rain or sun), including under heavy traffic and congestion. It feeds traffic controllers with real time data to adjust traffic lights in order to optimize traffic flow and increase road user mobility.
Return on Investment:
The XCam-p video detector is a low cost sensor that makes the most of existing infrastructure and its components resulting in a quick return on investment and an excellent cost/benefit ratio. Above ground detection technology has today become a standard solution to replace in ground inductive loops. XCam-p significantly lowers the cost of inductive loops installation and maintenance.
Through improved intersection control, the XCam-p video sensor enables the reduction of congestion and thus, has a direct positive impact on Greenhouse Gas reduction.
Sample Projects
Citilog’s video-based solutions for intersection control have been deployed all over the world with a proven track record. In 2007, it was implemented in China for the Hangzhou Police Bureau. With 120 cameras, Citilog improves the safety of drivers and pedestrians in this busy metro area. In 2009, Citilog is implementing a large system for intersection monitoring in Lower Manhattan, New York, USA.
