Sensonic, a leading provider of intelligent sensing solutions for the railway industry, has announced the addition of CCTV functionality to its groundbreaking Distributed Acoustic Sensing (DAS) security system. This integration empowers railways to not only detect and locate track trespassers in real-time but also visually identify them, significantly enhancing security and situational awareness.
Sensonic DAS technology acts as a virtual fence, utilising fibre optic cables to detect vibrations and pinpoint suspicious activity along railway tracks. Each unit feels the presence of people near the track over tens of kilometres. The integration of existing or new CCTV cameras to the security system extends the existing covert detection and adds the ability to activate nearby cameras to capture images and video footage for identification and prosecution purposes.
“Traditional security systems often rely on a patchwork of disparate technologies, creating blind spots and hindering response times and accuracy,” said Ashish Jain, CTO of Sensonic. “By integrating CCTV within our DAS security system, we provide railways with a unified, comprehensive solution that delivers both detection and identification capabilities in a single, cost-effective platform.”
This innovative solution represents a significant advancement in railway security, offering unparalleled effectiveness and efficiency,” said Lindsay McInnes, Director of Product Management. “By integrating CCTV with DAS detection, we provide a powerful tool to close detection gaps, to safeguard rail networks, and prioritise the safety of passengers and personnel.”
The integration of CCTV into Sensonic DAS security systems is available immediately and has already garnered significant interest from leading railway operators worldwide. Sensonic remains committed to developing innovative technologies that solve rail challenges and empower railways to operate safely, efficiently, and securely.
