Traffic and transportation
A strong feature set and flexibility are also essential, as systems need to be ready for regional and application-specific customizations with global deployments. For many projects, the infrastructure predefines the type of camera. For example, access control systems typically require IP cameras to integrate directly into existing security systems. In contrast, for special systems such as free-flow charging, where the computing unit and the camera form a tightly integrated unit and real-time compatibility is essential, industrial cameras are the most common choice.
Typical applications
With a wide portfolio of industrial (machine vision) and network (IP) cameras, you will find the right camera for your transport system in our catalog, whatever the specific application.
Automatic Recognition of License Plates
ANPR / LPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) is a versatile technology that is now used in a variety of traffic applications. Access control systems, high-speed applications such as free flow tolling and enforcement, and dragnet investigation are examples of this. Because of its real-time compatibility, industrial cameras are frequently used. They provide the requisite sensitivity to take high-quality photographs during short exposure times when equipped with the appropriate sensor.
Certain regional differences, such as the size of the number plates, are critical here; in Europe, a horizontal resolution of 800 × 1000 pixels per lane is advised. For the United States, the Middle East, and China, this increases to 1600 × 2000 pixels each lane. A monochrome camera with IR light support is favored in Europe, whereas a color camera with white light support is useful in the Middle East and China, depending on the number plate features.
A camera series designed for ANPR applications:
Basler ace 2: Designed to meet a variety of optical requirements
- The next generation of ace: Modern CMOS sensors, enhanced hardware architecture, and better image quality
- Two product lines, each adapted to a certain optical requirement – ace 2 Pro and ace 2 Basic
- ace 2 Basic: renowned Basler reliability combined with a comprehensive computer vision feature set for common machine vision applications.
- For optimal performance, ace 2 Pro has unique features like as Pixel Beyond, Compression Beyond, and PGI.
Basler ace: Particularly compact, low-cost, and high-performance
- For maximum precision, the I/O connector reduces latency and jitter times.
- Firmware with a lot of functionality for smart applications
- Flexible cabling thanks to GigE’s 100-meter cable length
Basler boost: CXP-12 for high frame rates & resolutions
- High-performance CoaXPress 2.0 interface and the latest CMOS sensor technology
- Extremely large bandwidth: It is now one of the fastest interfaces on the market, with up to 12.5 Gbps per cable.
- Synchronization accuracy: Even with multi-camera systems with very short latency times, precise camera synchronization is possible.
Basler dart: small, flexible USB3 Vision standard-compliant device.
- Starting at 99 euros, the price/performance ratio is outstanding.
- A global shutter sensor is used to better identify moving images.
- Extremely low power consumption and heat production
Tolling
The Basler ace was instrumental in making industrial cameras for vertical applications commercially appealing outside of the industrial sector. As a result, most modern tolling systems are based on ANPR ( Automatic Number Plate Recognition). Camera-based ANPR can replace manual video assessment. ANPR has entirely replaced transponder technology for vehicle identification in certain applications.
- Free Flow Tolling
- City Tolling
- Access controls
A camera series optimized for tolling applications.
Basler ace 2: Designed to meet a variety of optical requirements
- The next generation of ace: Modern CMOS sensors, enhanced hardware architecture, and better image quality
- Two product lines, each adapted to a certain optical requirement – ace 2 Pro and ace 2 Basic
- ace 2 Basic: renowned Basler reliability combined with a comprehensive computer vision feature set for common machine vision applications.
- For optimal performance, ace 2 Pro has unique features like as Pixel Beyond, Compression Beyond, and PGI.
Basler ace: Particularly compact, low-cost, and high-performance
- For maximum precision, the I/O connector reduces latency and jitter times.
- Firmware with a lot of functionality for smart applications
- Flexible cabling thanks to GigE’s 100-meter cable length
Basler blaze: High precision for cost-effective real-time 3D imaging
- The latest Sony DepthSenseTM IMX556PLR sensor technology provides outstanding 3D imagery.
- The time-of-flight approach allows for precise, practically millimeter-accurate optical measurements.
- Large measuring range, equivalent to two Euro pallets or a small automobile.
- Pre-processed 3D point clouds and 2D intensity images are streamed in real time.
- Daylight capabilities and IP67 protection ensure consistent results under challenging settings.
- Independent of light and contrast
- Compact architecture and Gigabit Ethernet make system integration simple.
- Sample programs and a user-friendly and platform-independent programming interface
- Without mutual interference, reliable functioning in multi-camera systems
Basler boost: CXP-12 for high frame rates & resolutions
- High-performance CoaXPress 2.0 interface and the latest CMOS sensor technology
- Extremely large bandwidth: It is now one of the fastest interfaces on the market, with up to 12.5 Gbps per cable.
- Synchronization accuracy: Even with multi-camera systems with very short latency times, precise camera synchronization is possible.
Transportation & Monitoring
Rail cars are also identified and filled with the use of cameras. The manufacturing industry relies heavily on the automation of these control system procedures. The train carriages’ numbers enable unique identification and assignment. To establish the consumed raw materials and fill level, the data is integrated with the findings of a weighing device, allowing for clear, fully automated identification of particular railroad cars and tanks.
Typical application areas include:
- Traffic surveillance (traffic flow, weather)
- Systems for detecting accidents
- In Motion Weighing (incl. LPR)
- OCR (Optical Character Recognition) Cargo Tracking
- Identification of vehicles
Camera series suitable for use in Monitoring and Transportation applications
Basler ace 2: Designed to meet a variety of optical requirements
- The next generation of ace: Modern CMOS sensors, enhanced hardware architecture, and better image quality
- Two product lines, each adapted to a certain optical requirement – ace 2 Pro and ace 2 Basic
- ace 2 Basic: renowned Basler reliability combined with a comprehensive computer vision feature set for common machine vision applications.
- For optimal performance, ace 2 Pro has unique features like as Pixel Beyond, Compression Beyond, and PGI.
Basler ace: Particularly compact, low-cost, and high-performance
- For maximum precision, the I/O connector reduces latency and jitter times.
- Firmware with a lot of functionality for smart applications
- Flexible cabling thanks to GigE’s 100-meter cable length
Basler blaze: High precision for cost-effective real-time 3D imaging
- The latest Sony DepthSenseTM IMX556PLR sensor technology provides outstanding 3D imagery.
- The time-of-flight approach allows for precise, practically millimeter-accurate optical measurements.
- Large measuring range, equivalent to two Euro pallets or a small automobile.
- Pre-processed 3D point clouds and 2D intensity images are streamed in real time.
- Daylight capabilities and IP67 protection ensure consistent results under challenging settings.
- Independent of light and contrast
- Compact architecture and Gigabit Ethernet make system integration simple.
- Sample programs and a user-friendly and platform-independent programming interface
- Without mutual interference, reliable functioning in multi-camera systems
Basler boost: CXP-12 for high frame rates & resolutions
- High-performance CoaXPress 2.0 interface and the latest CMOS sensor technology
- Extremely large bandwidth: It is now one of the fastest interfaces on the market, with up to 12.5 Gbps per cable.
- Synchronization accuracy: Even with multi-camera systems with very short latency times, precise camera synchronization is possible.
Enforcement
For use as legally admissible proof, detailed image and video material is required. As a result, red light enforcement systems with several cameras, for example, are utilized to capture the infraction in real time, with a different image for each license plate and motorist, as well as a video feed.
Typical application areas include:
- enforcing speed limits
- Enforcement of red lights
- Using bus and carpool lanes illegally
- Unlawful lane changes
- Stopped school buses are passed.
Series of cameras intended for law enforcement applications
Basler ace 2: Designed to meet a variety of optical requirements
- The next generation of ace: Modern CMOS sensors, enhanced hardware architecture, and better image quality
- Two product lines, each adapted to a certain optical requirement – ace 2 Pro and ace 2 Basic
- ace 2 Basic: renowned Basler reliability combined with a comprehensive computer vision feature set for common machine vision applications.
- For optimal performance, ace 2 Pro has unique features like as Pixel Beyond, Compression Beyond, and PGI.
Basler ace: Particularly compact, low-cost, and high-performance
- For maximum precision, the I/O connector reduces latency and jitter times.
- Firmware with a lot of functionality for smart applications
- Flexible cabling thanks to GigE’s 100-meter cable length
Basler boost: CXP-12 for high frame rates & resolutions
- High-performance CoaXPress 2.0 interface and the latest CMOS sensor technology
- Extremely large bandwidth: It is now one of the fastest interfaces on the market, with up to 12.5 Gbps per cable.
- Synchronization accuracy: Even with multi-camera systems with very short latency times, precise camera synchronization is possible.
In-Vehicle
Cameras like the Basler pulse are readily attached to existing computers in police vehicles thanks to a handy USB 3.0 interface and tripod threads. LPR software, which is currently freely available on the market, adds up to a very cost-effective aftermarket solution. The Basler dart (a board-level camera) is an excellent choice for a highly integrated in-vehicle system (such as within police light bars).
Camera series suitable for use in in-vehicle applications
Basler ace 2: Designed to meet a variety of optical requirements
- The next generation of ace: Modern CMOS sensors, enhanced hardware architecture, and better image quality
- Two product lines, each adapted to a certain optical requirement – ace 2 Pro and ace 2 Basic
- ace 2 Basic: renowned Basler reliability combined with a comprehensive computer vision feature set for common machine vision applications.
- For optimal performance, ace 2 Pro has unique features like as Pixel Beyond, Compression Beyond, and PGI.
Basler ace: Particularly compact, low-cost, and high-performance
- For maximum precision, the I/O connector reduces latency and jitter times.
- Firmware with a lot of functionality for smart applications
- Flexible cabling thanks to GigE’s 100-meter cable length
Basler blaze: High precision for cost-effective real-time 3D imaging
- The latest Sony DepthSenseTM IMX556PLR sensor technology provides outstanding 3D imagery.
- The time-of-flight approach allows for precise, practically millimeter-accurate optical measurements.
- Large measuring range, equivalent to two Euro pallets or a small automobile.
- Pre-processed 3D point clouds and 2D intensity images are streamed in real time.
- Daylight capabilities and IP67 protection ensure consistent results under challenging settings.
- Independent of light and contrast
- Compact architecture and Gigabit Ethernet make system integration simple.
- Sample programs and a user-friendly and platform-independent programming interface
- Without mutual interference, reliable functioning in multi-camera systems
Basler dart: small, flexible USB3 Vision standard-compliant device.
- Starting at 99 euros, the price/performance ratio is outstanding.
- A global shutter sensor is used to better identify moving images.
- Extremely low power consumption and heat production
Basler pulse: compact, small and light
- Simple integration within the vehicle
- Suitable for after-market installation
- Low CPU load
- Extraordinary price/performance ratio
Rail & Road
Regular safety inspections for cracks and other faults are also performed on tunnels. This used to necessitate employee manual checks. However, this method is time and labor expensive, and it is prone to interpretation errors. Camera systems have evolved to do this work, making inspections more effective and cost-effective. Line scan cameras are ideal for this application because they can record images line-by-line, allowing cars to be caught during peak density and, in some cases, quick passage.
Typical application areas include:
- Inspection of the street surface and markings
- Inspection of tunnels
- Inspection of rails
- Inspection of carriages, trains, and entire wheels
- Pantograph examination
- Driver aid systems in training
- Undercarriage vehicle inspection
Camera series designed for rail and road applications
Basler ace 2: Designed to meet a variety of optical requirements
- The next generation of ace: Modern CMOS sensors, enhanced hardware architecture, and better image quality
- Two product lines, each adapted to a certain optical requirement – ace 2 Pro and ace 2 Basic
- ace 2 Basic: renowned Basler reliability combined with a comprehensive computer vision feature set for common machine vision applications.
- For optimal performance, ace 2 Pro has unique features like as Pixel Beyond, Compression Beyond, and PGI.
Basler ace: Particularly compact, low-cost, and high-performance
- For maximum precision, the I/O connector reduces latency and jitter times.
- Firmware with a lot of functionality for smart applications
- Flexible cabling thanks to GigE’s 100-meter cable length
Basler blaze: High precision for cost-effective real-time 3D imaging
- The latest Sony DepthSenseTM IMX556PLR sensor technology provides outstanding 3D imagery.
- The time-of-flight approach allows for precise, practically millimeter-accurate optical measurements.
- Large measuring range, equivalent to two Euro pallets or a small automobile.
- Pre-processed 3D point clouds and 2D intensity images are streamed in real time.
- Daylight capabilities and IP67 protection ensure consistent results under challenging settings.
- Independent of light and contrast
- Compact architecture and Gigabit Ethernet make system integration simple.
- Sample programs and a user-friendly and platform-independent programming interface
- Without mutual interference, reliable functioning in multi-camera systems
Basler boost: CXP-12 for high frame rates & resolutions
- High-performance CoaXPress 2.0 interface and the latest CMOS sensor technology
- Extremely large bandwidth: It is now one of the fastest interfaces on the market, with up to 12.5 Gbps per cable.
- Synchronization accuracy: Even with multi-camera systems with very short latency times, precise camera synchronization is possible.
Basler racer:
- A high-performance line scan camera with a compact design.
- 2k, 4k, 6k, 8k, and 12k resolutions
- Camera Link has a maximum line rate of 80 kHz.
- 51 kHz line rate maximum via GigE
• Low energy consumption and production of heat
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