Flir showcases ITS-Series Dual AID cameras

First published in ITS America Preview - May 9, 2019

Flir will use the ITS America Annual Meeting 2019 to showcase its ITS-Series Dual AID cameras. Designed for automatic incident detection (AID) in tunnels and along highways, the ITS-Series Dual AID cameras combine thermal and visual imaging technology with advanced video analytics.

Flir’s traffic video analytics have proven their effectiveness worldwide along highways and in tunnels and are now combined with the power of thermal imaging that allows traffic operators to see clearly in total darkness, in bad weather and over a long range.

The company points out that the addition of a thermal camera is also ideal for installation at tunnel entrances and exits because shadows or direct sunlight could obstruct a visible-light camera view and disturb traffic detection. Thermal cameras, however, have no issues with these phenomena and can detect traffic 24/7 in all weather and light conditions.

The ITS-Series Dual AID cameras can also detect fires at an early stage. Unlike other fire detection technologies, thermal cameras do not need to make contact with flames or heated gasses, nor is any smoke propagation needed for the camera to detect heat generated by fire or another vehicle malfunction. The cameras can, therefore, detect fire long before any traditional fire detection system can trigger an alarm.

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