As cities evolve into smart ecosystems, the need for cutting-edge solutions that enhance safety, optimize traffic flow, and improve urban mobility has never been greater. Our PolyEdge Multifunction Sensor is at the forefront of this transformation, offering advanced capabilities that integrate seamlessly with the fabric of smart cities.
Our technology harnesses wireless signals such as 5G, 4G, and Wi-Fi to provide real-time traffic and pedestrian monitoring, driving critical insights that enhance urban planning and day-to-day city management. In this blog post, we’ll explore how PolyEdge can revolutionize Smart Cities by reshaping how they approach traffic flow and pedestrian safety.
Advanced Traffic Flow Monitoring
Smart Cities require real-time data to make informed decisions about traffic management, and this is where our PolyEdge Multifunction Sensor comes into play. By using ambient wireless signals, PolyEdge can detect vehicles as they move through the city’s streets. We use proprietary AI/ML algorithms operating on an edge device to process this data in real-time, delivering insights into traffic density, speed, and patterns.
This data allows city planners and administrators to:
- Optimize traffic light timings to reduce congestion.
- Detect and respond to bottlenecks in real-time, improving road safety.
- Reroute traffic dynamically to minimize delays and enhance the overall flow of vehicles through urban centers.
In addition to all that PolyEdge doesn’t rely on cameras for detection, making it a privacy-conscious solution that fits into the fabric of smart city infrastructure.
Pedestrian Detection for Enhanced Safety
The safety of pedestrians is paramount in any smart city initiative. With PolyEdge, cities can ensure that pedestrians are detected accurately at key intersections, crosswalks, and public spaces.
This real-time data can be used to:
- Automatically adjust crosswalk signals to give pedestrians priority during busy hours.
- Monitor foot traffic in real-time, ensuring that areas with high foot traffic receive the necessary attention in terms of infrastructure and safety measures.
- Alert authorities about potentially dangerous situations like jaywalking or individuals crossing in high-risk areas.
The use of non-visual sensing through wireless signals gives PolyEdge a unique edge, making it an ideal solution for cities seeking advanced pedestrian detection without relying on cameras.
Environmental and Smart Infrastructure Insights
Beyond vehicles and pedestrians, PolyEdge can provide data on environmental conditions and support the development of smart infrastructure. Imagine lighting systems that automatically adjust based on the presence of people or vehicles, ensuring both energy efficiency and public safety.
PolyEdge’s occupancy detection capabilities allow for innovative applications, such as:
- Smart lighting controls that brighten only when people or vehicles are detected.
- Adaptive urban spaces that adjust infrastructure based on real-time data from the PolyEdge sensors.
Introducing Our Proof of Concept with the City of Elk Grove, CA
Tiami Networks is excited to announce a major milestone: our upcoming Proof of Concept (PoC) with the City of Elk Grove, California. This project will demonstrate the full potential of our PolyEdge technology in detecting both vehicles and pedestrians—an essential step in creating safer, smarter urban environments.
For this PoC, we will be showcasing our traffic and pedestrian detection capabilities using PolyEdge to identify vehicles and people as they navigate a busy intersection. Although this phase of the project will not integrate with Elk Grove’s existing camera infrastructure, we envision this as a long-term objective. For now, the real-time data gathered by PolyEdge will be presented via an independent online dashboard, allowing city officials to monitor traffic and pedestrian movements effortlessly.
Our goal is to demonstrate how this data can improve both traffic management and pedestrian safety, providing a model for other cities looking to implement cutting-edge smart city technologies.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Smart Cities
Tiami Networks remains committed to revolutionizing urban spaces by delivering real-time, actionable data that drives safety and efficiency. As we continue to partner with cities like Elk Grove, our PolyEdge Multifunction Sensor will play an increasingly central role in the development of Smart Cities across the globe.
Stay tuned for updates on our progress with Elk Grove, and learn how PolyEdge can help other cities take a bold step toward smarter, safer urban living.
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