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Video solutions for intelligent synergies software

A collaborative effort and combination of expertise between Sprinx and Autostrade per l’Italia SpA led to a successful solution that improves safety and optimises traffic management in Italy

  Per la versione in Italiano di “Video solutions for intelligent synergies software”: https://www.stradeeautostrade.it/tecnologie-e-sistemi/tunnel-management-la-forza-di-sinergie-intelligenti/

Safety and efficiency are paramount in Italy, where bustling tunnels and highways are key arteries in both the national and international transportation networks. Autostrade per l’Italia SpA manages an extensive network of more than 3,000 km of highways and 600 tunnels, serving as vital connections between regions within Italy and the rest of Europe, even through challenging landscapes such as mountains. This highway system is one of the busiest in Europe.

These tunnels serve as crucial national and international connections, seeing peaks of around 111,000 vehicles per day, with about 32,000 trucks and buses at their busiest hours.

Autostrade per l’Italia turned to Movyon to enhance safety and optimise traffic flow on the network, while also upgrading the CCTV and AID (Automatic Incident Detection) infrastructure in several of the heavily travelled tunnels. With a reputation for its research and innovation in the transportation sector, Movyon’s mission was to find the best solution to guarantee high detection rates while minimising false alarms and disruptions to the regular traffic flow.

Tunnel Santa Lucia in Calenzano
1. At 7,734 m, tunnel Santa Lucia in Calenzano (Florence) is the longest threelane tunnel ever built in Europe

Unlocking success

Movyon performed an extensive comparative test on leading solutions in the AID technology market. It needed to find a technology that provided top-notch detection capabilities and quick response times, minimising service disruptions. Following this rigorous benchmarking process, Sprinx’s AI-powered video analytics solution emerged in terms of performance, thus inaugurating and establishing a valuable technological collaboration between the two Companies.

One distinctive feature of Sprinx’s technology is its use of AI deep learning inference in the initial phase of video analytics, setting it apart from the Companies that rely on validation tools, which can slow down response times. This approach paved the way for a massive revamping project, involving thousands of cameras inside the tunnels.

Optimising safety and efficiency Movyon had a two-fold mission: to improve AID system performance by reducing false alarms and to minimise the impact of the revamping process on the tunnels’ level of service. With such high traffic volumes, achieving these objectives was challenging but crucial to ensuring safe and smooth circulation, while minimising inconveniences and service interruptions.

In certain situations, there may be a need to utilise the existing infrastructure temporarily. This includes using equipment like CCTV cameras, video analysers, and servers already in place.

This approach also saves valuable time and costs. Moreover, it allows for more efficient resource utilisation and can serve as a temporary solution while other more extensive infrastructure investments are being implemented.

Santa Lucia software  managed Tunnel
2. Santa Lucia Tunnel

The solution

A combination of Sprinx’s field-proven AI algorithms and Movyon’s traffic management expertise created a unique solution.

Sprinx addressed the challenges with traffix.ai, a software platform for AID and traffic data collection. This AI-driven platform incorporates custom features developed in collaboration with Movyon to meet the specific needs of Autostrade per l’Italia.

The Sprinx AID analysis in the traffix.ai software platform relies on advanced and pioneering algorithms that combine 3D object tracking technology and a deep learning module.

This approach dramatically improves detection performance, reducing false alarms. It also minimises system configuration and calibration times. The neural network, designed for smart road and smart tunnel applications, enhances recognition capabilities, even in challenging environments, further reducing false alarms while maintaining high detection rates. This is even more advantageous when working with existing cameras whose image quality and field of view may impact non-AIbased systems.

The system is highly flexible and can run on standard hardware platforms, enabling even the utilisation of existing servers and expediting the upgrade process.

Another noteworthy feature of Sprinx’s solution is its ability to run artificial intelligence algorithms on standard hardware platforms and even on existing servers. This allowed the reutilisation of the servers already on-site, a crucial time-saving measure. The ease of configuration has played a crucial role in optimising the implementation process, ensuring minimal disruption to tunnel operations during the revamping of the AID system.

Improved traffic safety

The collaboration between Sprinx and Movyon has proven to be highly successful in rapidly creating and deploying the innovative AID solution. The synergy has yielded remarkable results by combining Sprinx’s AI technology with Movyon’s extensive knowledge in traffic management software.

Movyon’s exceptional organizational skills and meticulous planning have played a crucial role in maximising the effectiveness of Sprinx’s technology.

Configuration client interface of the AID software
3. Calibration and configuration client interface of the AID software

Integrating the advanced AI software  into Movyon’s ITS solution has been seamlessly executed, causing minimal inconvenience for drivers on the highway. Together, Sprinx and Movyon have created a solution that enhances traffic management and ensures a smooth and uninterrupted experience for all highway users.

The project’s success was marked by a series of remarkable outcomes:

  • performance enhancements: the system was modernised with the latest generation AI technology, significantly improving the performance, reducing false alarms and ensuring robust, future-proof infrastructure;
  • streamlined and efficient implementation: implementing new technology on existing servers and cameras expedited the upgrade process, saving time and resources;
  • hardware infrastructure optimisation: the use of AI algorithms on standard hardware platforms, even with existing servers, streamlined the process and the investment.

This ambitious project raises the bar for safety in Italian tunnels and paves the way for a brighter, safer future on the roadways of Italy and beyond. With AI at the helm, the possibilities are endless, and the road ahead is clearer and safer than ever.

“The collaboration with Sprinx will undoubtedly strengthen our capabilities in delivering efficient and intelligent tunnel management solutions” – says Lorenzo Maraia, Head of traffic and safety management systems at Movyon. “By incorporating Sprinx’s advanced algorithms into our ITS platforms, we have full confidence in optimising traffic flow, alleviating congestion, and ultimately enhancing overall transportation efficiency.

This project represents an additional milestone in our ongoing mission to revolutionise traffic management practices and to improve the safety and efficiency of mobility infrastructure”.

  Per la versione in Italiano: https://www.stradeeautostrade.it/tecnologie-e-sistemi/tunnel-management-la-forza-di-sinergie-intelligenti/