This solution included cameras from manufacturer Hanwha Vision, combined with a video management system (VMS) by Genetec and an automatic incident detection and traffic collection system from the Italian technology company, Sprinx. The solution provides continuous recording and analysis of major roads in the city.

Business intelligence and traffic management

Amongst the cameras used in the project was the PNO-A9081R, which features 4K resolution with real-time day/night recording and integrated infrared illumination up to 30 metres away, enabling continuous outdoor surveillance. Edge AI in the camera provides accurate AI object detection and classification as well as valuable business intelligence including people, vehicle and heatmap analytics within pre-defined areas. This solution improves the accuracy of object detection and alerts, reducing time-consuming false alarms caused by wildlife, waving trees and shadows.

The PNB-A9001LP, 4K Road AI camera also deployed in the project is a comprehensive traffic monitoring solution with pre-installed and licensed ANPR, Make/Model and Colour Recognition (MMCR) and vehicle classification analysis. The camera is ideal for monitoring busy urban traffic and covers up to two lanes at speeds up to 100 km/h. Edge AI provides valuable insights and reduces false alarms, with analysis performed within the device itself to reduce server requirements and save energy and costs. In addition, the camera is equipped with a licence plate list management function, while the camera output can be connected to an access control system, helping operators manage parking lots and toll roads.

PNM-9031RV for panoramic view

The PNM-9031RV outdoor multi-sensor IP camera is equipped with four 5MP sensors and a 192° panoramic view that covers wide areas. Each sensor can also be remotely adjusted with pan and tilt capabilities. Operators can transmit surveillance footage through four separate channels or as a linked panoramic view.

Artificial intelligence for faster responses

AI-powered features enable better situational awareness, supporting faster responses to emergencies such as accidents or stopped vehicles, evidence for investigations, and detailed insights for future city planning. This includes vehicle counting and classification, which can be used to inform road management and parking. Meanwhile, the detection of stopped vehicles and congestion means that operators can take appropriate action when necessary, such as opening new routes and rerouting vehicles to keep traffic flowing in the city. The MKDS project was funded by the Transport Infrastructure Fund and has a contribution from the European Union.

Ing. Zuzana Trousilová, Deputy Director for Internal Affairs and Methodology from the Municipal Police of České Budějovice, said: "When it comes to monitoring and ensuring safety on the roads of our city, Hanwha Vision cameras fully meet the specified requirements for camera parameters and are compatible with the integration needs of the operational software applications."