People Counting

What is People Counting

People counting using electronic devices measures the number of individuals passing through a specific passage or entrance, or staying in a given area. There are two main categories: regional people counting and line crossing people counting.

Regional people counting counts the number of people in a region to provide overall data. Common technologies used for this include Wi-Fi and Bluetooth tracking, thermal imaging technology, radar, camera imaging, and 3D binocular vision.

Line crossing people counting counts the number of people crossing a predefined line, typically used at entrances or corridors with a narrower detection range. Technologies commonly used for this include infrared break beam, camera imaging, 3D binocular vision, and ToF (Time of Flight) plus bi-lens camera imaging.

People Counting Applications

Space Optimization& Facility Maintenance

Vzense ToF cameras can be applied in buildings to obtain real-time and historical people flow statistics. The overall space capacity and usage patterns will become clear, with specific insights for typical areas such as classrooms, offices, lounges, etc. This allows for a better understanding of workplaces through rich data, enabling improved resource allocation, reduction of unnecessary energy waste, and optimization of space utilization.

Energy Efficiency HVAC System Management

Based on highly accurate people counting, the sensor offers an efficient way to precisely control the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system. The temperature should be regulated to ramp up or cool down when the people flow changes, and so should the ventilation system. This smart linkage provides the spaces with thermal comfort and acceptable indoor air quality.

Public Transportation Analytics

The ToF-based sensor, equipped with an active ToF light source, fits any traffic circulation environment, even in low-light conditions. It counts passengers getting on or off in real-time to obtain statistics valuable for optimizing operations. Information such as peak hours with the largest passenger volume, the most crowded carriages, and the less-occupied carriages can all be gathered and utilized.

Retail Customer Analytics& Queuing Management

The customer flows in retail stores, supermarkets, and shopping malls are of great concern for business operations. By centering on real-time and accumulated statistics, operators can easily discover peak hours for the greatest sales opportunities and determine conversion rates through the customer volume, leading to a better understanding of business effectiveness.

Highlights of Vzense ToF Cameras in People Counting

A 3D ToF depth-sensing camera equipped with artificial intelligence algorithms is included in the Vzense people counting solutions. It can be used to track and count people entering and exiting buildings, rooms, and spaces, as well as public transportation systems like trains, airports, and subways. This is beneficial for the resource management and sharing of public systems.

Privacy Protection

Real time Data

Light Robustness

High Accuracy

Wide Coverage Area

Privacy Protection: 100% Anonymous Detection

People counting systems need privacy protection because they often gather sensitive data that could identify individuals based on their movements and presence in specific areas. Vzense ToF cameras, which use infrared light to measure depth, help ensure privacy. We anonymize data by not capturing detailed personal images, rely on encrypted data storage and transmission to prevent unauthorized access, and employ non-intrusive data collection methods that focus on counting and tracking without recording personal details.

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High Processing Speed for Real-time People Counting

Real-time people counting is crucial as it enables immediate decision-making, efficient resource allocation, and better energy management by adjusting HVAC systems based on actual occupancy. It enhances customer experiences, ensures safety by monitoring occupancy limits, and boosts operational efficiency in public transportation and large venues. This dynamic approach ensures spaces and resources are used efficiently and safely. Vzense NYX series 3D ToF camera with the High frame rate up to 30 fps, can significantly enhance real-time people counting systems by capturing more frames per second, resulting in smoother and more accurate tracking of individuals. This higher temporal resolution ensures that even rapid movements are captured accurately, reducing errors in counting and tracking.

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Strong Environment
Light Adaptability

Outdoor people counting systems are used in various settings like amusement parks, ski resorts, events, retail centers, and parks. They track visitor numbers and patterns to help optimize staff placement, manage crowds, and improve operations. Vzense ToF cameras’ light robustness feature allows them to perform well under various lighting conditions, from low light to bright sunlight. This ensures accurate people counting in different environments, whether indoors or outdoors. This reliability and versatility make ToF cameras effective for consistent and precise data collection, regardless of the surrounding light conditions.

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Millimeter- level Ultra-High Accuracy

High accuracy in people counting systems is crucial for several reasons. It ensures efficient resource allocation, such as staffing and cleaning services, based on actual needs. Accurate counts help monitor occupancy limits, preventing overcrowding and ensuring safety compliance. The Vzense ToF Camera has a measurement accuracy that can reach the millimeter level, which perfectly meets the requirements for precise people counting. It is suitable for various scenarios.

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120°(H) 90°(V) FOV for Wider Coverage Area

A wider coverage area is important for people counting because it ensures comprehensive data collection, reduces the need for multiple sensors, lowers costs, and improves resource allocation. It enhances safety by monitoring larger areas and provides a better customer experience by understanding movement patterns. Overall, it makes people counting systems more accurate, efficient, and effective. The Vzense ToF camera used in the passenger flow statistics system has a field of view (FOV) of up to 120° (H) and 90° (V). It can monitor passenger flow in real time over a relatively wide area.

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