BE1021846B1 - MONITORING A MOBILE SURVEILLANCE PLATFORM - Google Patents

Abstract

A monitoring system comprising a monitoring device; a controller for sending and receiving signals; at least one sensor; at least one sensor module configured to receive data from said at least one sensor and configured to convert data received by said at least one sensor into a signal readable by the controller; at least one input-output device; and at least one peripheral module configured to receive data from said at least one input-output device, and configured to convert data received by said at least one input-output device into a signal readable by the controller; wherein the controller is configured to send signals received from said at least one sensor module and from said at least one peripheral module to said monitoring device.

Description

"MONITORING A MOBILE SURVEILLANCE PLATFORM" TECHNICAL FIELD

The present invention relates to a mobile monitoring platform, and more particularly to a portable safety device comprising various monitoring and detection elements arranged on a carriage so that it can be easily transported to and from a selected site.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Construction sites, open-air concerts, political events, traffic management and control, etc. require surveillance systems to limit acts of vandalism or theft. Thefts are particularly harmful to the construction sector, not only because of the losses but also because these flights disrupt the progress of the work and result in a waste of time and a need for reorganization. It is very expensive for the construction industry. Securing and temporary surveillance of this type of site are therefore essential.

Such temporary surveillance systems are known. These surveillance systems are generally composed of an assembly of existing technologies such as surveillance cameras, motion detectors, lights, etc. and require significant manpower for installation and are relatively expensive and inefficient. CCTV ("closed circuit television") video surveillance camera systems equipped with image transmission are very expensive to install. For example, the monitoring system described in the following website and using CCTV cameras is particularly suitable for urban sites. However, it requires a crane for its installation: http://www.porteves.be/ Other attempts have been made to reduce the installation time of different temporary surveillance systems as described in the patent application WO- A-01/59517. However, this system is transportable on the site in separate parts, and therefore requires assembly. It is also extremely heavy and a crane must be used for its installation, although a carrier provided for this system exists. During its use, a mast, comprising various electronic components dedicated to monitoring, is used. However, the mast also requires manpower for installation. On the other hand, when the mast is erected by a deployment system, there is no robust device for stabilizing the structure adapting to any type of relief.

It would be useful to have a monitoring system that can be used directly on its carrier to allow for a quick move, requiring no assembly, that is autonomous, quickly operational, efficient to use and that allows to know permanently the state of the environment around the area at risk. It would also be useful to have a system comprising a robust stabilizing device and adapting to any type of climatic condition as well as any type of terrain.

SUMMARY It is an object of the present invention to provide a control system for a mobile monitoring platform that is autonomous, remotely controllable, and whose state of the environment around the area is permanently known. at risk under supervision. It would also be useful to have a surveillance system with great flexibility in the different monitoring components associated with it.

These objects are achieved with the present invention through a monitoring system comprising: a monitoring device; a controller for sending and receiving signals; at least one sensor; at least one sensor module configured to receive the data of said at least one sensor and configured to convert the data received by said at least one sensor into a readable signal by the controller; at least one I / O device; and at least one peripheral module configured to receive data from said at least one input-output device, and configured to convert the data received by said at least one I / O device into a readable signal by the controller; wherein the controller is configured to send signals received from said at least one sensor module and said at least one peripheral module to said monitor.

By configuring the various modules and the controller described above, different peripherals and sensors can be added or removed from the monitoring system without having to modify the existing wiring between the different existing modules. The controller can directly act on the new components (peripherals and sensors) installed.

In an embodiment of the present invention, said at least one sensor module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a readable signal by said controller.

In another embodiment of the present invention, said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus.

The bus allows communication between the sensor module and the controller through a protocol. This bus also allows the passage of current and data in the same cable.

In another embodiment of the present invention, said at least one peripheral module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a signal readable by said controller.

In another embodiment of the present invention, said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus.

The bus allows communication between the peripheral module and the controller through a protocol. The peripheral module sends the data to the controller, and thanks to the bus, the latter sends back to the peripheral module a command associated with a peripheral device, and this command is transmitted to said peripheral by the peripheral module. This bus also allows the passage of current and data in the same cable.

In one embodiment of the present invention, the monitoring system further comprises a GPS and a geolocation module, said geolocation module being configured to receive the data of said GPS and is configured to convert the data received by said GPS into a GPS. signal that can be read by the controller.

In another embodiment of the present invention, said geolocation module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a signal readable by said controller.

In one embodiment of the present invention, said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus.

The GPS module can be easily added or removed from the monitoring system. Thanks to the microprocessor, the GPS data is converted into a signal readable by the controller.

In one embodiment of the present invention, the monitoring system further comprises a remote access module and a radio module configured to transmit the signals received by said controller to said remote access module.

In one embodiment of the present invention, said radio module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a signal readable by said controller.

In another embodiment of the present invention, said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus.

It is therefore possible from the remote access module to know the status and to receive the different data provided by the different monitoring components connected to the different modules.

In another embodiment of the present invention, said remote access module and connected to said radio module, each remote access module allowing the signals received by the controller to be accessed remotely.

In another embodiment of the present invention, said at least one remote access module is also connected directly to the controller to provide information locally.

In one embodiment of the present invention, the monitoring system further comprises at least one wireless motion detector and a motion detector module configured to receive data transmitted from said at least one wireless motion detector, and configured to convert the data received by said at least one wireless motion detector into a readable signal by the controller.

In one embodiment of the present invention, said motion detector module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a signal readable by said controller.

In another embodiment of the present invention, said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus.

In one embodiment of the present invention, the monitoring system further comprises at least one identification element and an identification module configured to receive data from said at least one identification element and configured to convert the received data. by said at least one element into a signal readable by the controller.

In one embodiment of the present invention, said identification module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a signal readable by said controller.

In another embodiment of the present invention, said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus.

DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

For a better understanding of the present invention, reference will now be made, by way of example, to the accompanying drawings in which:

Figure 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of a mobile platform as used during transport.

Figure 2 is a perspective view of the mobile platform shown in Figure 1 but as deployed during use.

Figure 3 is a block diagram illustrating an embodiment of the different electronic components and the interactions between different blocks of the device.

Figure 4 is a diagram illustrating an embodiment of the architecture of the electronic system.

DESCRIPTION

The present invention relates to a device comprising a mobile platform. This mobile platform can be easily transported to different locations, accessible or inaccessible, and can be quickly and easily installed and configured. This mobile platform is designed so that it can be pulled by a car, a van or a truck but it can also be transported by plane, boat, helicopter, etc. The mobile platform is equipped with embedded intelligence allowing at any time the monitoring of sites, equipment, goods, etc. Embedded intelligence comes from the interaction of different elements with a card or an electronic module connected to a computer network.

Figures 1 and 2 show two perspective views of a mobile platform. In Figure 1, the platform is illustrated such as during transport or before its installation on site. In Figure 2, the platform is illustrated as during its use.

The mobile platform constructed in accordance with the teachings of the present invention comprises a chassis 100, an axle bolted under the chassis and two wheels 105a 105b attached to the axle to allow the mobile platform to roll during its transport. The axle is not shown in Figures 1 and 2. A coupling head 110 allows the towing of the mobile platform. The mobile platform also includes two fenders 115a and 115b (only 115a is visible in the figure).

A box 150 is fixed on the chassis 100 and contains a part of the electronic components necessary for its operation. A mast 175, preferably of the pneumatic type, emerges from the caisson 150 through a drilled hole 180. Preferably, the mast 175 can be erected up to a height of up to 12 meters, as illustrated in FIG. of the selected monitoring site, the mast height best adapted to the site and the circumstances, between the folded position and the maximum height can be chosen.

Preferably, at the top of the mast 175, various security elements are fixed: at least one surveillance camera 205, a moving head 210, four infrared motion detectors (often referred to as the passive infrared sensor). 220a, 220b, 220c, 220d, a GPS antenna (Global Positioning System), a radio antenna, a 3G / 4G / EDGE / LTE antenna and a WiFi antenna (antennas are not shown) for the sake of clarity). The different antennas fixed at the top of the mast can also, in another embodiment, be fixed in other places. Similarly, a loudspeaker (not shown in the figure) is fixed at the top of the mast or in the box 150. Fixing plates 250 are provided on the mast to facilitate the attachment of the different detectors.

Advantageously, the mast is hollow in order to allow the passage of a spiral multi-strand cable for all the security elements attached to the end of the mast. In another embodiment, the security elements may be wirelessly connected to the controller and other elements within the well 150.

Advantageously, the chassis 100, the axle, the coupling head 110 and the two fenders 115a and 115b (the latter being not visible) are made of galvanized steel. The chassis 100 and its accessories are approved to European and American standards. Preferably, the frame 100 and the mudguards 115a and 115b are heat-lacquered. The various elements, the axle, the coupling head 110 and the two fenders 115a and 115b are bolted to the chassis. Advantageously, the 11 π coupling head and the axle are also removable.

Preferably, to allow the attachment of telescopic stabilizing feet, a Saint Andrew's cross (not visible in the figure) is fixed under the frame. The arms of the cross are extensible cross members 120a, 120b, 120c and 120d of which only the first three are shown in the figure. The sleepers can be stretched up to one meter long. The extensible cross members 120a, 120b, 120c are in the retracted position in FIG. 1 and deployed in FIG. 2. The four extensible cross members 120a, 120b, 120c and 120d can be deployed up to 935mm. Advantageously, they are galvanized to protect them from the rain. At each of the ends of the crosspieces of the cross are fixed telescopic legs 130a, 130b, 130c, and 130d, the latter not being shown in Figures 1 and 2. The extensible cross members and their telescopic legs allow the stabilization of the structure when the latter is on site and when the mast is erected. The telescopic legs extend perpendicular to the cross of Saint Andrew and expandable sleepers. A rotation system makes it possible to change them from a first position shown in FIG. 1 to a second position shown in FIG. 2. The end of the feet is composed of a suitable base 135a, 135b, 135c, 135d (this last not shown) to improve foot contact with the ground regardless of local levels. When storing, the telescopic legs 130a, 130b, 130c and 130d are fixed to the side of the frame 100, upside down (base upwards), as shown in Figure 1. This position can be used during transport .

Figure 2 shows the telescopic legs 130a, 130b, 130c and 130d when the cross members are in the extended position and the telescopic legs are in the low position to engage the ground or other surface. To put them in the lower position, it is necessary to turn the feet so that the adapted bases are down and then down the telescopic legs until they touch the ground. This system makes it possible to stabilize the mobile platform on any type of relief by adjusting the height of each foot separately. Also, the platform is thanks to this stabilization system made very stable, for example in the presence of strong gusts. It is also possible to disassemble the telescopic legs if necessary. The invention advantageously comprises the safe box 150 comprising all the electronic components as described below. The four lateral faces 140a, 140b, 140c and 140d (two of which are visible in FIGS. 1 and 2, 140a and 140b) and the upper face 170a are made of laser-cut, sandblasted and metallized sheets. The four lateral faces are removable and the opening thereof is monitored by the detection system. Preferably, the side faces 140a and 140c are provided with a lock and allow access to the electronic equipment used for the control of the various elements described below. In a preferred embodiment, the lock and the associated key are provided for maintenance.

The front 140d and rear 140b faces each comprise a valve 165 on the lower section. A lock is installed on each of them to limit their access. Preferably, the lock and the associated key are provided for the customer.

Retractable seals are provided on the bottoms and on the edges of the removable parts to make the box waterproof.

Preferably, the box is fixed to the frame from the inside. The floor of the box or the bottom plate (not visible) is part of the frame 100. Advantageously, the latter allows the attachment of the base of the mast 175 directly on the cross of St. Andrew. A central plate, (not shown in Figures 1 and 2) fixed in the box, is pierced in order to let the base of the mast 175 in the box. The upper board of the box is therefore also pierced. Central sealing is achieved by an accessory supplied with the mast. The mast is therefore located in the center of the box, and the center of gravity of the mast-platform structure is thanks to this system close to the center of the box. The structure is therefore very stable. In one embodiment, it is possible to fix the base of the mast directly to the center of the Saint Andrew cross in order to lower the position of the center of gravity and to improve the stability.

Advantageously, under the central plate is the bottom compartment which contains a system for the mechanical protection of the mast which consists of two sheets folded and bolted to the bottom plate and the central plate. The bottom compartment is accessible to the customer. At the front, a storage space is provided to contain wireless infrared motion detectors (described below in the document). Preferably, four external sliding feet are fixed during transport in 44mm slides. A second storage space is located at the rear and allows the storage of four feet "big foot" thus stabilizing the four sliding feet provided for wireless detectors. These wireless detectors must be installed on the site by a user.

Advantageously, above the central plate of the box, is the upper compartment for storing batteries. In one embodiment, the batteries comprise four Optima BlueTop batteries (arranged two by two). They can be output by the side faces. In another embodiment, the stored batteries comprise for example two Optima BlueTop batteries as well as an Efoy Pro 2400 fuel cell with its two 28-liter tanks.

A pneumatic compressor (not shown) is also in this compartment, the latter being used to erect the mast 175. The compressor is attached to the plate by a black U-profile on threaded rods m10.

Electronic modules are also located in this compartment and are fixed on a plexiglass plate mounted on six "silentblocs" to absorb shocks and vibrations. These electronic modules are used to control a plurality of cameras, a plurality of sensors, a plurality of sensors, a plurality of wireless components, a battery charger, a plurality of face opening contacts, a plurality of GPS chips, a plurality of wireless and radio antennas, a recorder, the compressor of the mast. These last elements will be described later.

In this compartment at the top, a space (only accessible to the customer) is provided for an IP65 watertight socket for connection to the mains (an extension is also provided and allows the connection to the 220v / 110v sector). Preferably, an opening of the diameter of the cable is also provided in the valve 185. Advantageously, the bottom of this space is sloping to ensure the evacuation of water, three LEDs indicate the state of the system and a Key switch is provided to arm and disarm the system.

FIG. 2 illustrates the platform when the mast 175 is deployed, the extensions 120a, 120b, 120c and 120d (the latter being not visible) of the cross are out and the telescopic legs 130a, 130b, 130c and 130d (the latter not visible) are placed on the ground in order to improve the stability of the structure and withstand bad weather like strong bursts. The connection and pneumatic attachment are bent galvanized pipe, male type on the mast 175 and its compressor.

Preferably, the orientation and operation of the cameras can be controlled by the electronic module with which the device is associated. The choice of camera is in no way limited to a model or type of technology. The technology used in the camera 205 illustrated in FIGS. 1 and 2 may be of the fixed or mobile type, it may be analog or digital and it may also carry the appropriate intelligence if necessary (designed for automated reading of the vehicle plates, video analysis such as behavior, analysis of crossings of virtual lines, virtual rounds, etc.). In the particular case of surveillance of border areas, the cameras are then thermal to detect virtual areas. These allow the surveillance system to see in the dark.

Spades 260a, 260b, 260c, 260d, 260e, 260f, 260g and 260h (the spike 260f is not visible) are also provided to prevent acts of vandalism at the top of the mast.

The mast 175, preferably telescopic, is in this pneumatic embodiment but can also be of hydraulic, electric, manual or worm type and allows the lifting in the air of the various safety components. The control of the mast can also be done remotely.

A plurality of white and infrared (IR) LEDs are mounted on the mast and are controlled by the control interface or automatically on an alarm basis. These are used for lighting.

An additional black foam storage bin is provided to accommodate four magnetic wireless infrared motion detectors. These can be mounted on any metal support up to about 1000 meters from the mobile platform and communicate wirelessly. They are powered by battery. Four 240cm high galvanized posts, retractable and with locking pins are stored in their storage space in the trailer. The four stakes are not shown in the figures. On each stake, a metal plate is provided to magnetically fix the detectors housed in the storage bin and feet "big foot" can be used to improve their stability.

It is also possible to install solar panels or a wind turbine on the box 150 to power the platform and its components. The platform and its components are powered by battery, mains, generator and / or fuel cells.

A series of electronic modules allow at any time to control and monitor the state of goods, sites and equipment but also to monitor the environment in which the platform is placed. This intelligence embedded in the platform is achieved by an electronic card connected to a computer network operating autonomously.

Figure 3 is a block diagram 300 illustrating the interactions between different blocks of the device. In the center, the intelligence block 400, containing the central processor, controls the overall operation of the device according to the programming stored in the memory and on the remote servers. The device comprises the following blocks: the power supply unit 500, the device block 600 linked to the verification, the sensor block 700, the communication block 800 and the operation block 900. Each of these blocks is described separately and the electronic interaction between the different elements will be described in more detail.

One or more switches are included for activation of the system and its components. This can also be done remotely or from wireless devices. The indication of the state of the system when it is started will be by the activation of colored LEDs in the compartment 185 or on the faces 140.

The intelligence block 400 comprises the following elements: a powerful "Elys Gaste" processor 410 makes it possible to receive information from a plurality of components simultaneously and to display their state. The processor operates as the main hub, and the rest of the modules connect to the central processor "Elys Gatte" 410.

Preferably, an "Elys I / O" module 420 serves as a concentrator for potential-free input contacts and output relays. The power relays are already integrated in the interface. The inputs are monitored in real time in the interface. The outputs can be triggered on alarm, on time slot or manually through the interface. Each source is monitored and can generate alarms based on thresholds to configure.

An "Elys Sense" module 430 serves as a concentrator for the various sensors and probes. It is possible to monitor the temperature, humidity, and detect any presence of water, gas, smoke, or abnormal temperature and pressure changes from remote probes. Each probe is monitored and can generate alarms based on thresholds to configure.

In addition, the intelligence block includes an analytical video module 440 enabling the analysis of real-time images with advanced algorithms in order, for example, to detect a presence on the site.

A memory 450 contains storage space but also a network video recorder for storing the images of the cameras. The programming and the images can be stored in the memory 450 and / or on a redundant remote server accessible via the network.

The power supply 500 comprises various possible sources for powering the platform and its components. Preferably, it comprises a power source by an internal 110-220 V 510 socket. Advantageously, it also comprises a fuel cell 520, a plurality of 12V 530 batteries, a voltage converter / regulator and a battery charger 540. It is also possible to connect to the system renewable energy sources such as solar panels 550 but also wind turbines or other sources of power. The current source in use as well as its state can be known at any time by the user through the control interface. The components operate on a single variable supply and the system allows redundancy by duplicating power sources. Each source is monitored and can generate alarms based on thresholds to configure.

Block 600 contains devices used for monitoring, some of these devices being optional. The speakers 612 and the microphone 614 are connected to the audio codec 610. The loudspeakers 612 are disposed at the top of the mast 175 and the microphone 614 is integrated with the possibility of a call button on the box. The speaker 612 can also be used as a siren. A prerecorded voice message may be stored in memory 450 to scare a person during an intrusion.

A motorized dome camera 620 is connected to the "Elys Gaste" processor 410 and the images thereof can be stored on memory cards embedded in the cameras but also on a remote server or in the memory provided for this purpose 450. This camera being fixed at the top of the pneumatic mast 175 by a movable head 660, the camera can be directed towards a zone automatically or by the user, the movable head being controlled by the "Elys Gâte" processor 410. A high speed electromechanical motor with two axes allows the rotation of the movable head.

The camera attached to the top of the mast 205 (in FIGS. 1 and 2) can correspond to a variety of cameras. In one embodiment, the camera may be configured such that it responds to commands such as "Pan-Tilt-Zoom" (PTZ), pan being the rotation of the camera about the z axis, tilt being the inclination of the camera on the x-axis, and zoom corresponds to the movement of the motorized lens along the y-axis. These commands can be generated by motion detectors allowing the detection of areas of interest during monitoring periods but also through the control interface available to the user. The images transmitted by the camera can be analyzed by the video analysis module 440 (described above) which includes advanced people detection algorithms 312 to determine the danger threshold of this presence by redirecting the camera 205 to the camera. detected area. It is then possible to possibly start different alarms or to signal this presence to the user.

In one embodiment, the camera used includes an immediate zoom for verification, a powerful pan, a tilt. The zoom allows a better view of the detection area and the video can be sent directly to the user.

Preferably, a white LED 630 and an IR LED 640, fixed at the top of the mast, are used for lighting. The white LEDs are used for the following functions: 1. mounted at the top of the mast on the rotating head, they allow to improve the lighting for the camera, 2. mounted on the top of the mast under the rotating head, they allow to scare when detected.

Color LEDs can also be mounted on the side panels. They are not shown in the figure. They show the status of the hardware at installation (for example: green means the system is online, red means the system is idle, etc.) It is possible to change the color and check them for example in case of detection.

Mounted at the rear of the trailer, they can be used as road lighting, also controlled by the processor "Elys Gâte" 410. These can also flash during a detection.

Advantageously, the pneumatic mast 175 allows the lifting of components up to a height of 12 meters. The associated compressor 650 is housed in the box and is secured therewith the locking system under the key. The compressor 650 is controlled by the "Elys Gaste" processor 410.

Preferably, wireless physical identifiers including a keypad, a badge reader, and RFID tags 670 are used to identify users of the system and to track the various components with RFID tags. Preferably, the radio tags are fixed on hardware, for example on wireless infrared motion detectors. It is therefore possible to monitor the presence or disappearance of equipment on site. Alarms can be generated based on thresholds to be configured.

Preferably, a beacon 680 starts during an intrusion on the site. The latter is connected to the processor "Elys Gâte" 410.

The block 700 includes sensors for detecting anomalies on the site during user-defined time slots. In the preferred embodiment, the sensors 700 comprise the following elements: a tamper detection circuit 710 and a 720 gyroscope allowing the detection of abnormal shocks on the platform or abnormal inclination changes (tilt / shock). As illustrated in FIG. 3, the sensors 700 are also connected to the intelligence block 400.

Preferably, internal and external temperature and humidity sensors 730 are respectively fixed on the electronic boards and on the walls of the platform. A camera designed for automated license plate reading (LAPI) 740 can also be attached to the pneumatic mast to identify an intruder vehicle. A thermal camera 750 may also be preferably attached to the mast to improve the extended detection.

Advantageously, wireless infrared motion detectors 760 can be installed up to a radius of 1000 to 2000 meters around the platform. The detection range of these detectors is 60 to 100 meters. The infrared motion detectors are magnetized and can therefore be fixed on metal elements but they can also be fixed directly on the feet provided for this purpose in the platform and described above. It is also possible to install a relay in a radius of 1000 to 2000 meters around the platform to increase the range of the detectors to a radius of 2000 to 4000 meters. These values actually depend on the line of sight of the detectors on the site.

Advantageously, a plurality of wired infrared motion detectors 770 are fixed at the top of the mast. Four detectors allow panoramic monitoring in a 360 ° area around the platform and within a radius of up to 40 meters.

Light sensors, not shown in Figure 3, can also be part of the block 700 to measure the ambient brightness and adjust the contrast on the images recorded by the camera.

The present invention also includes a communication system illustrated by the block 800. Preferably, a "GPS" receiver 810 and the associated "GPS" antenna 820 are included to know the exact position of the equipment, to be notified in case of a change of location, visualize the location of the material on a map or on a map, know the speed of movement of the material, know the altitude of the material, and this, at any time. The data of the "GPS" receiver 810 is received and transmitted through the processor 410, which, in turn, processes the data according to the programming and stores the data in the memory 450.

A 3G / 4G / EDGE / LTE 830 cellular transceiver equipped with one or more 840 SIM cards allows the transmission of video data, alarms and positions. When the "GPS" 810 is unable to determine the location or is not provided, the cellular transceiver 830 can be used to determine the location of the platform using well known cell triangulation techniques. . Once identified, the location of the device is transmitted to the processor 410, which processes the data according to its programming and stores the data in its memory. The stored data is periodically transmitted to a central server.

A radio transceiver 860 and its associated antenna 870 also allow the transmission of radio data between the platform and electronic components such as 760 infrared motion detectors disposed around the station or other platforms.

Preferably, a WiFi transceiver 880 and its associated antenna 890 allow the transmission of data, alarms and positions. This WiFi 880 transceiver is connected to the Internet through a modem.

Redundancy and failover of the platform's communication over the Internet is via a satellite or radio link that allows the mobile platform to be accessible even when the cellular network is inaccessible (especially in remote locations).

It is also possible to connect a wired LAN network to directly control the platform on the site itself.

The operation block 900 includes the control interface of the platform on site but also remotely. All the modules described above can be controlled on site by means of tablet, GSM, computer directly connected to the electronic system of the platform 910 but they can also be controlled remotely 920 thanks to the various connections described above by a control interface. It is possible to: - view the camera images and configure them, - configure and control the components mounted on the platform, - determine the geographical location of the equipment. The administrative user provides access to data on the central server via a computer or terminal. As described, the platform and its embedded intelligence system make it extremely easy to use. It installs physically in minutes and is configured in a few clicks through an online configuration portal. The 830 Cellular Transceiver also makes it possible to communicate with the people on the site thanks to the microphone and the speakers to a telephone, a tablet, a computer thanks to the various available networks. The voice communications are further enabled by a direct connection between the cellular transceiver 830 and the audio codec 610, which encodes and decodes the digital audio signal portion of the wireless transmission, the associated speaker 612, and the microphone 614.

The video surveillance system allows the transmission and video recording from the site using the "TCP / IP" Internet connection ("Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol"), to a computer or server located at a distance from monitoring facilities using wireless transmission methods, including but not limited to wireless local area network (WLAN), WiFi, point-to-point, wireless mesh, cellular, radio, satellite. Present and past images can be viewed at any time by the user.

Different alarms can be triggered automatically when the sensors detect an anomaly: the beacon can be turned on, the speaker can emit the sound of a siren or a pre-recorded warning message, and the user can be so automatically notified by "SMS" or email. All scenarios are possible thanks to this system.

Figure 4 illustrates in more detail the architecture of the electronic system. The main board including the powerful processor "Elys Gât" 410 is connected to a control web interface 1010 for communication with the components in a simple and homogeneous manner. Preferably, the control interface 1010 is based on a secure web protocol. The "Elys Gaste" processor 410 includes a 10/100 Ethernet port and a 7-30V dual power input. On the other hand, the main board 410 contains a block 1020 including the following features: - a RTC ("real time dock") with spare battery, - a monitoring of the voltage on the input of the dual power supply and on a internal power supply, - a voltage regulator ranging from 7 to 30V, - terminal connectors, - power LEDs for dual power, status (they come on when the boot process is complete) and system ( they light up when the CPU is powered on), - a 12C port with buffer for Elys I / O modules, - three RS485 ports, - an RS232 DB9 output port, - auto reset fuses, - a reset button. reset, - voltage monitoring.

Preferably, the communication interface used in the data acquisition and control system is of the RS-485 type. This type of connection allows the use of long cables. Several modules can be connected in series on different buses and transmit the information by a unique TCP / IP protocol. The "Elys Gaste" card 410 acts as a main concentrator, the rest of the modules connect to it as illustrated in FIG. 4.

Advantageously, a user can, by a tablet 1050, a mobile phone 1060 or a computer 1070, connect through a wireless network 1080 to the web interface 1010 but also from a fixed location remote site.

Advantageously, the voltage range of the various modules described below is 7 to 30V.

The "Elys I / O" module 420 serves as an input and output concentrator for all the electronic devices described above. Each "Elys I / O" card 420 contains 8 inputs and 8 outputs, and a maximum of 8 cards can be used and are therefore connected in series. The power relays are already integrated into the electronics thanks to 8 output relays of 10A with Normal Open (NO) - Normal Close (NC) contacts.

Advantageously, 8 LEDs are provided to display the state of the inputs and 8 LEDs are provided to display the status of the outputs. An I2C bus makes it possible to connect this module to "Elys Gate" 410. Preferably, input and output terminal connectors are also provided.

The "Elys ID" 1040 module allows associating wireless physical identifiers (tags, cards, chips) with the same methods of events and alarms as the sources listed above for other cards. Each source is monitored and can generate alarms based on thresholds to configure. The "Elys ID" module 1040 is directly connected to the "Elys Gât" 410 processor.

Preferably, the "Elys Sense" card 430 serves as a concentrator for the various sensors, sensors and probes described above. The card is directly connected to the processor by a system using the RS-485 standard. The temperature and the humidity are monitored from a maximum of four remote probes 710 (each probe comprising a temperature sensor and a humidity sensor) and connected to the "Elys Sense" card 430, resulting in 8 inputs. A maximum of 8 1140 cards of this type can be connected in series by an RS-485 type link with a maximum of 8 sensors per 1140 card.

Preferably, automatic reset fuses are provided. Power LEDs display the status of the system. LEDs for reception (RX) and for transmission (TX) of data are also present. Preferably, input and output terminal connectors are also provided. Three analog inputs are provided for sensors. An input is also provided for a three-axis 720 gyroscope.

Preferably, the gyroscope 720 is directly connected to the "Elys Sense" card 430 or an input is provided as described in the previous paragraph. Preferably, the gyroscope is used to detect possible shocks and changes of inclination of the platform. The measurement noise is very low and it survives shocks up to 10,000 g, the measurement range from -3g to 3g. Preferably, it offers good stability to temperature variations. On the other hand, its energy consumption is very low.

Advantageously, it is planned to connect three light measuring devices 1120 to the "Elys Sense" card 430 to evaluate the ambient brightness in order to adjust the contrast on the images recorded by the camera.

Preferably, a separate "Elys Trace GPS" geolocation module 1050 is connected to the processor by an RS-485 type link and serves as an interface between the processor 410 and the GPS transceiver 810. The power consumption is very low. low. GPS data is transmitted in real time. The NMEA data is converted into a readable format in a microcontroller and sent to the module "Elys Gât" 410.

Advantageously, an "Elys PIR" module 1200 is connected to the processor 410 by a connection of the RS-485 type. The acronym "PIR" comes from the English for passive infrared sensor, or passive infrared detector. It operates at frequencies of 434 MHz. The latter allows the relay between processor 410 and wireless "PIR" detectors 760: 1210, 1220, 1230, 1240, 1250 and 1260. A maximum of 16 wireless "PIR" detectors can be connected to this module. "PIR" detectors can be installed in a radius of up to 1000 to 2000 meters around the mobile platform.

Advantageously, in order to increase this range, a 1300 "PIR" wireless repeater, which can be installed in a radius of up to 1000 to 2000 meters around the platform, is provided to increase the range of wireless "PIR" detectors. 760 from 1000 to 2000 meters. For example, two 1310 and 1320 wireless "PIR" detectors can be installed in a range of up to 1000 to 2000 meters around the 1300 "PIR" wireless repeater.

The Elys Air 1150 radio module operates at least at 433 and 868 MHz. It can also use the ZigBee high-level protocol (ZigBee Alliance), allowing the communication of small radios. Advantageously, this module allows the transmission of data (from sensors and different devices) in different ways, these different ways including the following technical means: "TCP / IP" (from the English acronym "Transmission Control Protocol / lnternet Protocol") , "SMS" (short message service), e-mail, "push message" (developed for operating systems such as Android, open source code, and iOS, a source code developed by Apple ), a programming interface "API" (called "Application Programming Interface"), etc.

Preferably, all the modules described above have their own microprocessor. The latter is responsible for transforming the sensor data and devices into a signal that can be received and read by the processor "Elys Gât" 410.

RS-485 links provide inexpensive, easy-to-use connections for multipoint communication links. The power is also transmitted in this same cable, the advantage being to transfer the data and the power supply with a simple cable.

A protocol for communication between cards has been developed: whole boards can communicate with each other. The main module "Elys Gât" 410 sends the request for information to the various modules, the electronic cards generate the information and return the response to the main module "Elys Gât" 410. If the information does not arrive or if the information is corrupt, the main module "Elys Gât" 410 detects the problem and asks the information to the different modules.

The names given to the various modules: "Elys Gâte" 410, "Elys I / O", "Elys Sense", "Elys Air", "Elys PIR", and "Elys Trace GPS" are trademarks used. The alarm interface is based on a secure web protocol. It allows you to configure alarm scenarios by taking all the elements available in the product range and associating them with one or more users or one or more groups of contacts. The alarm wizard is configured on a web interface.

Preferably, each component (peripheral, sensor) is continuously monitored. For each component, threshold values can be defined, and a comparison of these threshold values with the values returned by the different components allows the triggering of an action, the various possible actions will be described below. For example, when the temperature and / or humidity are not in a normal range predefined by the threshold values, different actions can be generated. The monitored values can be: gyroscope values, GPS data (speed too high, no signal, abnormal altitude, abnormal coordinates, signal level), voltage level (voltage too low or battery level too low) , signals returned by wireless "PIR" detectors (detection, vandalism, battery level, shock detection, signal level, offline), network status (monitor any connected device), status of components (offline components, miscommunication), etc.

In a preferred embodiment, the various actions generated may be the following: - sending an SMS to one or more users, - sending an email to one or more users, - sending a push message to one or more users. several users, - sending images acquired by the cameras by email (taking a picture of a configured IP camera and sending it by email to the users), - sending local messages (messages between users), - relay output ( turn on, off or change state), - enable or disable multiple alarms (to arm and disarm zones).

Advantageously, an interface in the form of a dashboard makes it possible to carry out the control of the system. With this ergonomic interface, it is possible to select, drag and drop any component of the dashboard, monitor the status of each component or level, manage the data in real time, perform real-time graphics, replace buttons, view GPS maps, recognize the alarm button.

A scheduler allows report scheduling for each component and triggering alarms. A calendar allows you to configure time ranges and associate events, users, and alarms to them.

In a preferred embodiment, a zone wizard allows the creation of virtual zones, alarm groups and component groups.

Advantageously, the data are stored in order to preserve the history and the searches are exportable. Different types of logs can be saved such as: alarm history, history of used components, history of user connections, history of scheduled tasks, technical history, search options and filtered. It is also possible to delete the desired logs automatically after a defined number of days (configurable on an administrator interface).

Preferably, the different modules are also configurable: it is possible to add and remove modules, activate and / or deactivate a sensor or a device (connected to the module), view the data in real time.

Advantageously, the parameters that can be configured include: users (add / delete / change user profile data, define roles), system setting (initial reset), network setting ("DHCO", "Static IP"). , "DNS", domain name), "SMS Gateway" setting, time setting, "SMTP" (remote messaging server setting), "SNMP", updates, power setting , monitoring of the service in use, setting "DDNS" (multi service support).

Several identifiers can connect simultaneously to the interface. The rights of each user are variable and are managed by a central administrator. It is possible to communicate with the platform through an SDK (Software Development Kit) and a documented API. The module allows the control of components via "SMS" or "DTMF" (for the dual tone multi-frequency) for fixed telephony.

Different models of mobile and autonomous platforms are planned, each using certain elements described above. Of course, all combinations are possible, depending on the desired application. Each model described below uses batteries, fuel cells and a power outlet. The first version is used for lighting reinforcement and for safe use. The second version, also of a security type, is used for close detection and uses a PTZ verification type camera. The third and fourth models use thermal imaging cameras for extended detection including the detection of virtual line crossings through video analysis algorithms. Finally, the latest model 5 uses a camera designed for automated license plate reading (LAPI).

Here are more details of the technical specifications of the different models of mobile monitoring platform:

This mobile security solution can be towed on a class 1 trailer or it can also be put on a trailer. Installation is easy, deployment is fast, and configuration is easy too.

Panoramic 360 ° detection up to 20 meters radius is possible for theft protection.

Alarms are smart in the sense that you can be notified by email on any "smartphone" or computer with immediate access so you can view the recorded video and assess the health of the system.

The mobile platform is self-managed by intelligent control mechanisms that warn in time in case of need for maintenance. Mobile Platform Specifications • Suitable size for 14 mobile platforms to be included in a 40 'container • Approximate weight: 650 kg • Towing class: 2-inch standard ball • Tire size / wheels: 155 / 70R13 • Lighting: Integrated DOT / CE LED lighting • Anti-corrosion treatment: galvanized powder coating • Mast: four-part pneumatic mast, made of anodized aluminum • Mounting material: A2 stainless steel • Stability: four extendable candles (1300kg / candle) • Protection against theft: removable drawbar • Closing: two sets of keys General

• Operating conditions: -25 ° C to 50 ° C • Certificates: CE certified, IP-65

Power Requirements • Charging Voltage: AC 220V (standard) or 110V (option)

• Operating voltage: DC internal voltage 24V • Energy storage: 12V deep cycle battery and methanol fuel cell • Regulated power supply • Operating time: about a week with only the battery, and about a month with the battery battery and fuel cell Action / Detection Trigger • Short Range Detection: Enhanced PI R Detection at 360 ° angle up to 20 meters in four zones • Additional wireless detection: four (and potentially up to 16) ) detection covers (20 to 60 meters), communication range of 1.2km • Shock detection: integrated shock sensor • Out-of-range detection: GPS on-line locator and range configuration • Tamper detection: sensors on Casing Doors • Platform Condition Monitoring: Advanced Platform Condition Monitoring and Alert System • Surveil power supply: Voltage monitoring and warning system • Temperature monitoring • Humidity monitoring • Brightness monitoring: integrated light detector • Optional virtual barrier: thermal imaging based on light video analysis up to 120 meters • Light control: based on a schedule, alarm or manual trigger

Intelligence • Communication module: Elys Air • Alarm module: Elys Gâte

• Input and output module: Elys I / O • Sensor module: Elys Sense • Control module: Elys Connex • GPS module: Elys Trace • Video recording: one month in D1 video format on detection of an event • Triggering the video: pointing and zooming on the detection of an event • "Trickling video" Checks • Type of camera: "speed dome" day / night • Image sensor: color / mono 1/3 "CCD sensor, optical zoom 18x • Resolution: 795x596 pixels • Focus: auto / manual • Panorama / tilt: continuous panorama of 2007sec, tilt and 1007sec, + 10 ° -90 ° • Zoom: 18x optical, 12x digital • Enhanced lighting: LED illumination in light infra -red and white up to 120 meters • Wiper arms: based on a schedule or manual • Video compression: H.264, "motion JPEG" • Scalable camera: possible exchange of head

Communication and monitoring • Dashboard: user-specific interactive dashboard • Alerting method: email, SMS, push notifications on iOS / Android, API (programming interface) • Security: VPN tunnel encrypted in 256- bit, user access identification

• Supported protocols: SSL / TLS, SNMPv1 / v2c / v3, ICMP, DHCP, ARP

• System integration: video available on any IP / ONVIF based recording platform • Optional SDK • Cellular: Edge / 3D Lte • GPS: 12-channel receiver • Wireless LAN: 802.11b / g • Optional point-to-point wireless communication: 5GHz / 2.4GHz / 900MHz (only in some countries)

• Failover communication: cellular + WAN • Optional two-way audio communication • 360 ° detection: Detection range up to 40m, 360 ° panning; ideal for close monitoring • Zoom immediate for verification: Powerful panoramic camera that can tilt and zoom to accurately view part of the detection area and immediately send the video to the operator. During the night, the image remains sharp and clear with infra-red lights and LEDs. • Easy to use: Mobile platforms are self-managed with intelligence-based control mechanisms that provide timely warning when maintenance is needed. • Virtual barriers: Additional detection lines can be placed up to 1km away from the mobile platform. These virtual barriers are easy to configure. • Quick deployment and installation: Easy installation, deployment and configuration. • Smart Alarms: Email notification on any mobile device or computer with immediate access to the platform status monitoring system and live or recorded video. • Mobile Solution: The mobile platform can be pulled by any standard towing system behind a car, truck or trailer. • Remote Connectivity: The platform can be joined at any time from anywhere in the world.

Here is a summary of the main features that the mobile monitoring platform offers, as described above: • Standalone: The combination of battery and fuel cell for electricity allow autonomy of a week, a month, or in Continuous according to the environment. • Night Vision: Clear nighttime images with white LEDs or infrared LEDs for optimal performance. • Eyes on the site: The camera of the system allows a continuous visualization of the site from any computer, mobile phone, tablet and all over the world. It is possible to enlarge in an interval of 120 meters thanks to high definition cameras. • Presence Detector: The mobile monitoring platform is designed to detect, verify, and take action. Threats can be detected locally around the platform up to 20 meters. Four additional wireless motion detectors operate in a linear range of 120 meters up to approximately 1000 meters from the base unit, or mobile platform. These detectors work with intelligent algorithms, eliminating animals, wind, water and dust movements and are triggered only on a human presence. • Ultra-fast response: The different elements of the platform are intelligent and the cameras react extremely quickly. The cameras go directly to the intrusion zone in less than a second. Flashes and sound notifications will scare anyone who tries to enter unauthorized places. Images are transmitted within 10 seconds after detection to remote operators. • Secure data storage: Images, data and events are stored in a cloud but also on embedded storage elements. • Full-time control: the system transmits platform locations and locations of different components that can be viewed on a map. The power level monitoring and maintenance system is automated for registered devices. Humidity and temperature are recorded continuously. The system is easily configured remotely. The arming and disarming schedules of the system can be programmed and set up in less than 20 clicks. • Mobile and versatile: The mobile monitoring platform is deployed on site in less than 5 minutes. The different modules are configured and ready to go in less than 20 clicks. They are self-managed by intelligent control mechanisms that warn in time in case of maintenance needs. The trailers are built for 40 foot containers which makes it easy and cost effective to ship them all over the world. • Security: The mobile surveillance platform is designed to operate and operate at all times; even if vandalism takes place. The mobile platform imposes on-site respect just by the looks and appearance of its design and unique colors. The platform comes to life during an intrusion and directly impresses. • Secure communication: The mobile monitoring platform is designed to interact and communicate with surrounding components transparently and securely. Any point-to-point communication is encrypted. • Industrial grade components: The mobile monitoring platform is robust in construction. Each component is designed to last under the most difficult circumstances. • Easy to use: The mobile platform and its components require little or no maintenance. In case of failure, the user and the factory will be directly and automatically informed by the intelligent module. • Ecological: All components have been designed to meet the lowest consumption requirements on the market and certified to be as green as possible. • Infinite possibilities: mobile monitoring platform controllers can interact with the environment. RF sensors, cameras, management systems. • 1st in class for TCO: The total cost of ownership is ridiculously low compared to any other mobile surveillance solution or permanent on-site guards. • Transparent reports can be integrated into existing platforms through the set of development kits. • The platform is also fully customizable to fit specific needs. It is also possible to make custom trailers.

Here is a summary of the key features that the mobile monitoring platform control offers, as described above: • The control system is modular, web-based and equipped with an intelligent telemetry system, • Intelligent alarms on the Web: Electronic modules are easy to install and configure. A standard Internet browser allows you to manage devices via a user-friendly graphical interface. Alarm scenarios are created based on one or more events such as a drop in temperature, a change of state of an entry, a web command or a calendar. It triggers any form of action, such as an exit relay, an email, an SMS or a Web command. • Input and output: The "Elys I / O" module controls inputs and outputs. Input ports monitor contacts of any device such as a motion sensor, a door contact, or the status of a sensor. Output ports are used to control any 0-220VAC device (up to 10A per port). The triggering of these ports is done on alarm, by a calendar or a manual action of the user. • Sensors: The "Elys Sense" module controls any type of sensor and displays its value in a web interface. This includes light sensors, temperature sensors, humidity sensors, a gyroscope, and so on. Alarms can be triggered based on playback changes. • GPS Tracking: The Geolocation "Elys Trace" module gives a precise position on a map of where the mobile platform is located. Alarms can be triggered on suspicious movements or if a device goes out of range. • Wireless devices: The technology allows you to connect to all kinds of wireless device sources. It can control their status or trigger alerts. • Expandable: The technology is expandable and can connect up to 8 "Elys Sense" modules and 8 "Elys I / O" modules. The linking device is easy and is based on the same web interface. Endless possibilities of a simple and user-friendly solution. • Features: A dashboard provides a comprehensive overview of desirable features such as alarms and components. The dashboard is customizable by the user and its layout is saved each time the page is left. • User Management: Multiple users can work together on a single platform. Rights are set for each user or group of users. Each user can have his dashboard and display the important information for him. • Built to last: Based on "Linux", the products come from components that are directly available on the market and have been designed to evolve. • Designed to grow: it is also possible to start with a basic system and expand the product line if the system requires more control. It is easy to add modules as and replace modules in case of failure or otherwise. • Network-based: Simply connect the control system to a LAN or WAN network for control of the system from all over the world. • "Push & Pull ": Not only do the products work with any internet browser, but they can also communicate via SMS, DTMF or" push message ". Having control over the environment has never been easier. • IP camera integration: IP cameras can be integrated into the system by simply adding the IP address, username and password. It is easily possible to display the camera image stream on the dashboard and it is possible to easily interact with the different alarms and camera views.

It is understood that the present invention is in no way limited to the embodiments described above and that many modifications can be made without departing from the scope of the appended claims.

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1. A surveillance system comprising a monitoring device; a controller for sending and receiving signals; at least one sensor; at least one sensor module configured to receive the data of said at least one sensor and configured to convert the data received by said at least one sensor into a readable signal by the controller; at least one I / O device; and at least one peripheral module configured to receive data from said at least one input-output device, and configured to convert the data received by said at least one I / O device into a readable signal by the controller; wherein the controller is configured to send signals received from said at least one sensor module and said at least one peripheral module to said monitor. 2. A monitoring system according to claim 1, wherein said at least one sensor module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a readable signal by said controller. 3. A monitoring system according to claim 2, wherein said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus. 4. A monitoring system according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein said at least one peripheral module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a readable signal by said controller. 5. A monitoring system according to claim 4, wherein said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus. A monitoring system according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising a GPS and a geolocation module, said geolocation module being configured to receive data from said GPS and configured to convert the data received by said GPS into a signal that can be read by the controller. 7. A monitoring system according to claim 6, wherein said geolocation module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a readable signal by said controller. 8. A monitoring system according to claim 7, wherein said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus. A monitoring system as claimed in any one of the preceding claims, further comprising a remote access module and a radio module configured to transmit the signals received by said controller to said remote access module. A monitoring system according to claim 9, wherein said radio module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a readable signal by said controller. 11. A monitoring system according to claim 10, wherein said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus. 12. A monitoring system according to any one of claims 9 to 11, wherein said remote access module and connected to said radio module, each remote access module allowing the signals received by the controller to be accessed. distance. A monitoring system according to any one of claims 9 to 11, wherein said at least one remote access module is also directly connected to the controller for providing information locally. A monitoring system according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising at least one wireless motion detector and a motion detector module configured to receive the data transmitted by said at least one wireless motion detector, and configured to convert the data received by said at least one wireless motion detector into a readable signal by the controller. A monitoring system according to claim 14, wherein said motion detector module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a signal readable by said controller. 16. A monitoring system according to claim 15, wherein said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus. A monitoring system according to any one of the preceding claims, further comprising at least one identification element and an identification module configured to receive data from said at least one identification element and configured to convert the data. received by said at least one element in a signal readable by the controller. 18. A monitoring system according to claim 17, wherein said identification module comprises a microprocessor for converting the received data into a readable signal by said controller. 19. A monitoring system according to claim 18, wherein said microprocessor is connected to the controller by a bus.