Enhancing DHS Border Patrol Operations with Simply NUC’s extremeEDGE Server™ EE-1170 for License Plate Recognition

Industry

Government / Border Security

Challenge

DHS Border Patrol needed a compact, rugged, and energy-efficient computing solution capable of supporting Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) across remote and harsh environments. Their systems had to process high-resolution video feeds in real time, manage extensive law enforcement databases, and function reliably under extreme weather and terrain conditions.

Results

The integration of Simply NUC’s EE-1170 into DHS Border Patrol’s ALPR systems significantly enhanced their vehicle monitoring capabilities. By automating the identification of suspicious vehicles, the agency was able to reduce manual checks and accelerate response times. The rugged nature of the EE-1170 ensured continuous, reliable operation across various environmental conditions. Additionally, the unit’s real-time video processing capabilities improved the precision of license plate readings, reducing the risk of false positives and negatives. Ultimately, the EE-1170 helped DHS strengthen border security through faster, more accurate, and more efficient vehicle surveillance.

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The Challenge

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Border Patrol is tasked with monitoring and securing vast stretches of the nation’s borders. A critical component of this mission involves the identification and tracking of vehicles crossing or approaching border areas. Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) technology has become indispensable in this context, enabling agents to swiftly identify vehicles associated with illegal activities, such as human trafficking or contraband smuggling.

Implementing ALPR systems in remote and often harsh border environments requires computing solutions that are not only powerful but also compact, rugged, and energy-efficient. These systems must process high-resolution video feeds in real-time, manage extensive databases, and operate reliably under extreme conditions.

The Solution

The Simply NUC extremeEDGE Server EE-1170 emerges as an ideal solution to meet these challenges. Key features include:

Robust Performance Equipped with Intel UHD Graphics, the EE-1170 can drive up to three monitors at 4096x2160@60Hz, ensuring highquality video processing capabilities essential for ALPR applications.		Compact & Durable Design Its small form factor allows for easy deployment in various settings, from stationary border checkpoints to mobile units.
Advanced Connectivity With support for Wi-Fi via M.2 Key-E 2230 PCIe+USB and optional 4G LTE connectivity through Key-B 3042 USB modules, the EE1170 ensures seamless data transmission even in remote locations.		Remote Management The system offers remote power control, system resets, and the capability to push BIOS updates and images, facilitating efficient management across dispersed units.

Implementation

By integrating the EE-1170 into their ALPR systems, DHS Border Patrol can enhance their vehicle monitoring capabilities. The EE-1170’s processing power enables real-time analysis of license plate data, cross-referencing with law enforcement databases to identify vehicles of interest swiftly. Its rugged design ensures consistent performance in the diverse climates encountered along the border.

Outcome

Deploying the Simply NUC extremeEDGE Server EE-1170 allows DHS Border Patrol to:

	Increase Efficiency Automate the identification of suspicious vehicles, reducing manual checks and expediting response times.
	Enhance Accuracy Utilize high-resolution video processing to improve the precision of license plate readings, minimizing false positives and negatives.
	Ensure Reliability Rely on a durable computing solution that withstands environmental challenges, ensuring continuous operation in critical surveillance areas.

In Summary

The Simply NUC extremeEDGE Server EE-1170 offers a robust, efficient, and reliable computing platform that significantly bolsters the DHS Border Patrol’s ALPR capabilities, contributing to more secure and well-monitored borders. Carahsoft Technology is SNUC’s Federal Technology Distributor.

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