Bosch Building Technologies has debuted its motorised pan-tilt-roll-zoom FLEXIDOME 8100i camera that combines powerful edge-based AI, high image quality, and convenient remote commissioning to address critical use cases.
Building upon the proven FLEXIDOME Starlight 8000i series, this next-generation of fixed dome cameras provides system integrators with a tool to address the evolving security needs of airports, government facilities, schools, and other organisations with critical security needs.
The FLEXIDOME 8100i delivers reliable, high-quality video data for informed decision-making, thanks to edge-based AI video analytics, significantly improving security and operational efficiency across various applications.
The uses include detecting personal protective equipment, safeguarding privacy, gathering details about an individual’s physical characteristics for forensic searches, and even recognising potential threats like firearms, among other critical applications.
The camera performs well in daylight and challenging nighttime conditions, providing exceptional image quality. In addition to the camera’s AI and imaging capabilities, features such as smart installation, compliance with government regulations, and data security distinguish it as the ultimate fixed dome camera for mission-critical surveillance needs.
The camera’s edge-based AI, Intelligent Video Analytics Pro (IVA Pro), provides over 95% accuracy for object detection, classification, and counting, enabling real-time safety and security enhancements with increased efficiency. Pre-installed IVA Pro software licenses for Buildings, Perimeter, and Privacy offer tailored solutions for diverse environments, including;
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Building security: Monitor access points, reliably count objects, distinguish people and vehicles, and protect assets;
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Perimeter security: Detect and deter intrusions with high sensitivity, long-range monitoring; and
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Government buildings, schools, and campuses: Automatically blur faces with a semi-transparent privacy mask without revealing personally identifiable information.
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Improving the effectiveness of forensic searches: Quickly retrieve video evidence based on specific attributes, increasing search capabilities’ efficacy and efficiency;
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Traffic monitoring: Gain valuable insights into traffic flow and patterns;
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Personal Protective Equipment detection: Get automatic alerts for missing safety gear to ensure workplace safety and support compliance; and
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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 to traditional cameras. AI-powered autocalibration for video analytics further optimises efficiency, saving an additional 20% of calibration time.
The new camera is engineered for maximum reliability in challenging environments. It is rated IP66/IP67 and IP6K9K for protection against water and dust, IK11 for vandal resistance, and has enhanced corrosion protection ensuring continuous operation.
Bosch notes that government needs are constantly evolving. The FLEXIDOME 8100i cameras comply with the US National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 889 for Fiscal Year 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.
Bosch also prioritises sensitive information protection, achieving critical cybersecurity certifications, including IEC 62443-4-1 and UL 2900-2-3 Level 3. Secure Element with Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) functionality supports a 4096-bit key length, setting the industry standard for future-proof security.
