Elevating Security Systems with Robust NVIDIA Jetson Edge AI: Real-Time Analytics for Superior Protection
The Company
A leading security service provider specializing in comprehensive safety programs, including fire and life security, commercial protection, and monitoring services for both residential and commercial sectors. This company prides itself on utilizing cutting-edge technologies to bolster security and safety for its clients, offering constant surveillance and emergency response services around the clock. With a rich history spanning over 140 years, the company has catered to a diverse range of sectors such as retail, finance, industrial, pharmaceutical, and residential.
Challenge:
- Rising client demand for immediate and advanced security systems.
- Lack of AI processing and rendering for real-time data analysis in current systems.
- Previous Edge AI solutions didn't meet the company's standards.
- Need for real-time data processing from sensors and cameras for quick decision-making.
Solution:
- Implemented C&T's NVIDIA Jetson AI Industrial Computers, model JCO-3000-ORN-A, for its strong AI performance and energy efficiency, perfect for edge AI in security and surveillance.
- Features include dual LAN ports, eight digital I/O channels, and an on-board OOB management module, enhancing system connectivity and remote management.
Benefit:
- Enhanced edge computing with real-time data analysis for smarter video analytics.
- Better early threat detection and faster response.
- Simplified device management, reducing downtime and costs.
- Improved security solutions providing peace of mind and enhanced safety for clients.
- Continuous support and clear communication with C&T for addressing ongoing and future needs.
The Challenge
The security solutions provider was confronted with the urgent need to upgrade their systems to improve detection of suspicious activities in various settings, such as surveillance, entry control, and fire alarm systems. Their goal was to implement systems powered by advanced AI computing capable of instantly recognizing incidents like theft or unauthorized entry captured by sensors and cameras.
They also aimed to incorporate real-time analytics and rendering to facilitate quick decision-making and initiate proactive responses. This necessitated a solution with strong AI computing abilities to simultaneously manage analytics and rendering, ensuring rapid identification and action on security breaches.
Moreover, the provider sought a solution that could withstand outdoor deployment in extreme conditions, emphasizing the importance of industrial-strength durability and reliability. After evaluating various options, including Jetson AI industrial computers from other manufacturers, none fulfilled their high expectations for computing prowess and rugged design. Consequently, the provider looked for a partner capable of offering a complete solution that addressed their needs for high-performance AI computing, immediate analytics, rendering capabilities, and robustness for diverse security applications.
The Solution
C&T chose the JCO-3000-ORN-A Series, a rugged, fanless Edge AI computer, as the optimal choice for their security systems. This selection was based on its compatibility with NVIDIA Jetson AI and C&T's adaptable configuration options, tailored to meet their deployment requirements.Learn more about JCO-3000-ORN-A
NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX/Nano Module for Powerful AI Performance and Balanced I/O
The JCO-3000-ORN-A delivers robust AI capabilities, offering up to 100 TOPS with the Orin NX and 40 TOPS with the Orin Nano, while maintaining energy efficiency with 10W and 7W TDP, respectively. This Mid-Range Edge AI Computer supports flexible performance adjustments for optimal deployment. It also features a wide range of I/O options, including four USB 3.0 ports, two serial ports, two LAN ports, and eight DIOs, enhancing its suitability for diverse edge AI tasks. The dual LAN ports and isolated DIOs ensure reliable high-speed performance and data security under harsh conditions.
Learn more about NVIDIA Jetson Orin modules here.
Out-Of-Band (OOB) Management
The device incorporates Out-Of-Band (OOB) management, allowing remote device management around the clock. This technology enables remote power cycling, facilitating device management without the need for physical site visits, thereby saving time, reducing travel costs and CO2 emissions, and simplifying system upgrades and maintenance through over-the-air updates and 5G connectivity.
Learn more about OOB Management here.
Ruggedized Industrial-Grade Design
Designed for durability, the JCO-3000-ORN-A features a rugged, fanless build for dependable operation in mission-critical environments. Its industrial-grade construction is designed to withstand wide temperature ranges, extreme shocks and vibrations, and power fluctuations. Furthermore, it is certified by UL, FCC, and CE, meeting global safety standards.
The Benefits
Efficiency & Reliability with NVIDIA Jetson Orin
NVIDIA Jetson Orin modules stand out for their ability to process data in real-time with high performance, yet consume less power than traditional GPUs. With the Jetson Orin NX and Nano models, these modules are designed for industrial computers, offering similar computing capabilities to GPUs but with much lower energy requirements (far below the 50~200W TDP of standard GPUs). This efficiency ensures more reliable operations, minimizing risks related to power instability and sudden shutdowns.
Support from C&T
As an NVIDIA partner, C&T enhances edge AI computing with comprehensive engineering and manufacturing support. With a dedicated team for sales and engineering, C&T speeds up the delivery of cutting-edge Edge AI technologies to the market. They offer a broad range of ready-to-use products, enabling OEMs in the security sector to quickly overcome hardware challenges and succeed in key markets.