Consolidated Advanced Technologies for Law Enforcement Program

Miller, W. Thomas; Kun, Andrew L.; Lenharth, W.H.

doi:10.1109/itsc.2004.1398907

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“…The modular system architecture is achieved by utilizing Microsoft's Component Object Model (COM) Technology (Rogerson, 1997) and the existing Project54 infrastructure described by Miller et al (2004) and Kun et al (2004). Speech enabled control can be performed from a remote location by using a PDA (handheld computer) device and wireless data transmission or on the main system module (Embedded PC) running on a PC‐based platform usually located in the patrol vehicle.…”

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Consolidated data acquisition and management for first responders

Vidacic

Melnyk

Krstovski³

et al. 2006

Sensor Review

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PurposeTo design an efficient and integrated framework for automated and simple data acquisition and processing targeted for first response scenarios.Design/methodology/approachUtilizes existing software/hardware integration tools and primarily off‐the‐shelf components. Use the modular system architecture for development of new applications. System construction is preceded by the analysis of currently available devices for specific data acquisition and processing.FindingsThe development and integration of data acquisition and processing tools for first responder scenarios can be rapidly achieved by the modular and already existing software/hardware integration platform. Data types processed by this system are biometrics, live video/audio and textual/command data. The data acquisition is followed by the prompt dissemination of information from the incident scene thus overcoming interoperability issues.Practical implicationsIntegration of new modules is achieved through simple system upgrades – new applications are created and integrated while the rest of the platform remains intact. Off‐the‐shelf components used eliminate the need for specialized hardware development. The speech user interface allows simple interaction with the system in an eyes‐off, hands‐off manner.Originality/valueThe system represents an efficient platform for integrated data acquisition and processing specially targeted for first response. The test‐bed flexibility allows for straightforward integration of devices/applications handling new data type as required by the user.

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Consolidated data acquisition and management for first responders

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“…Project54 systems integrate all in-car electronic devices and systems, including software and user interfaces, to provide advanced support for New Hampshire State Police. 1 Datacasting is crucial to the implementation of Project54. Broadcasters invariably have a slice of continuously available, unallocated bandwidth for transmission of nontelevision digital data.…”

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Providing real-time information integration for better public safety performance

Valcourt¹

2008

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Datacasting and related technologies that stream data to remote environments can be engineered to improve decision-making.Public safety operations of all kinds often require split-second decisions that make use of the latest situational information. However, timely access to all relevant data requires adequate support. Accepted practice today calls for installation of laptops and other mobile computing technologies in remote environments, such as ambulances, fire vehicles, and police cruisers. While these tools are helpful, officers and other personnel generally lack the skills needed to install, use, and update freely available data sets that could substantially assist decision-making and enhance public safety.At the University of New Hampshire (UNH) Consolidated Advanced Technologies Laboratory (CATLab), we have developed a system to maintain and optimize communications and operations in the public safety arena. With a focus on information delivery and integration, Project54 is a proprietary collaborative research and development program. Using datacasting and cellular technologies, it incorporates and embeds mobile computing equipment and wireless networking into the patrol vehicles of the New Hampshire Department of Safety (NHDS). Project54 systems integrate all in-car electronic devices and systems, including software and user interfaces, to provide advanced support for New Hampshire State Police. 1 Datacasting is crucial to the implementation of Project54. Broadcasters invariably have a slice of continuously available, unallocated bandwidth for transmission of nontelevision digital data. 2 Text, audio, graphics, and video can all be transmitted on a one-way channel from broadcast center to remote stations. Digital television channels support transmission rates of 19.38 megabits per second (Mbps), with a significant portion of band- width (sometimes as much as 2.5Mbps) going unused with every broadcast.Several of our applications permit public safety officers to gather real-time data in the field. Information integration, such as that used to locate a topographic area map, view a satellite image, or receive alerts concerning prevailing weather conditions, all assist in decision-making, especially in areas where this data is not readily available. Coupled with on-board global positioning system (GPS) technology 3 and previous mapping work, 4 other public and private data sets are delivered using the datacasting technology of New Hampshire Public Television (NH-PTV).One aim of our research is to determine the best locations and conditions for two-way transmission in New Hampshire. We use software that enables the use of datacasting for the download Continued on next page

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Ubiquitous Data Management in a Personal Information Environment

Mohammad

2010

Innovations in Computing Sciences and Software Engineering

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Consolidated Advanced Technologies for Law Enforcement Program

Cited by 8 publications

References 5 publications

Consolidated data acquisition and management for first responders

Consolidated data acquisition and management for first responders

Providing real-time information integration for better public safety performance

Ubiquitous Data Management in a Personal Information Environment

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