Day: December 24, 2024

New Polycarbonate Document to Feature Enhanced Security and Stronger Operating System HID, a global player in trusted identity solutions, is proud to announce its role as the provider of San Marino’s new contactless ID card. This state-ofthe- art national ID, built on the latest upgraded version of HID® SOMA™, a highly secure chip operating system, delivers enhanced security and functionality for the citizens of the world’s oldest republic. San Marino, renowned as the oldest republic globally and the fifth smallest country on Earth, is modernizing its national identity document to meet the demands of the digital era. Developed in collaboration with systems integrator N.I.D.O. Srl Group, the new multifunctional ID card serves a range of citizen needs, doubling as a residence permit, driver’s license, health card, and even a hunting license – demonstrating its versatility and convenience. “Our search for the most advanced technology, combined with a commitment to adopting the highest international security standards, guided our partnership with HID and N.I.D.O. Group,” said Marialaura Marinozzi, Director of the Institutional Affairs and Justice Department of San Marino, “The Republic of San Marino is proud to introduce this new form of national ID, aligned with EU standards and designed for seamless integration across multiple public services.” Crafted from polycarbonate, a highly durable and anti-counterfeiting material, the new ID card incorporates advanced features such as contactless technology, laser-engraved elements, and a black-and-white portrait. These innovations, alongside the new monochrome laser engraving personalization process, significantly enhance the card’s resistance to counterfeiting and tampering. The HID SOMA operating system empowers the Sammarinese government to offer its citizens greater data security and operational efficiency. Additionally, the card’s compatibility with eGates will streamline travel processes for San Marino’s citizens, ensuring seamless and secure identity verification. “We are honored to support San Marino’s forward- thinking approach to identity management,” said Craig Sandness, Senior Vice President and Head of Secure Issuance and Citizen Identity at HID, “Our collaboration with N.I.D.O. Srl Group has been instrumental in delivering a solution that enhances security, functionality, and efficiency, and we remain committed to supporting nations worldwide in their digital transformation.” Giorgio Mestici, Sales Director of the ID Management & Finance Division at N.I.D.O. Srl, emphasized the importance of partnerships in achieving these milestones, “N.I.D.O. Srl has built its reputation in the secure document market through our hardware and software solutions, alongside collaborations with industry leaders like HID. San Marino is a testament to the success we achieve when expertise and innovation come together.”

A research collaboration between Swinburn University of Technology (Australia) and Brimbank City Council is using an Allied Vision’s Nerian high-resolution 3D stereo vision system in conjunction with GPS sensors in a new 5G project. The 3D stereo vision system will be fitted to local garbage trucks to quickly identify road and roadside equipment in need of maintenance. The project aims to demonstrate how 5G and the Internet of Things (IoT) can support smart cities in Australia. The Australian Government is funding the project with AU$1.18 million. The challenge Need to improve road conditions while saving costs The residents of Brimbank stated in a community survey that improving the appearance of Brimbank’s roads, road signs, bus stop shelters and roadside spaces is a high priority for them. With more than 900 kilometres of road under maintenance and an estimated $15 to $20 million spent every year of maintaining and improving road and roadside assets in Brimbank alone, the Brimbank City Council is not only keen on improving the lives and safety of local residents, but also on finding solutions that help councils around Australia save millions. To add extra complexity, the garbage trucks travel across every street in the council area each week and need to transmit the data in real-time while moving at varying speeds. The solution Cutting-edge technology The project will make use of Allied Vision’s high-resolution Nerian 3D system and GPS sensors, both attached to Brimbank’s waste trucks. The extensive data collected by these networked devices will be sent in real time to a cloudbased system that can create an easy-to-use map of objects in need of maintenance, such as road signs, bus stops or damaged roads. The stereo vision depth cameras attached to the garbage trucks will collect 3D perception data at a rate of 900 megabits per second. For comparison, average mobile download speeds in Australia in 2020 were around 43 megabits per second. As part of the project, maintenance teams will be able to get information directly on their phones and upload proof of maintenance performed on the spot. The benefits Less time and costs The use of waste trucks equipped with Allied Vision’s Nerian 3D depth system will dramatically reduce the time it takes to identify, report and fix problems, eliminating the need for costly manual reports and inspections and saving up to 50 per cent on asset testing costs. It is a quicker and more efficient way to identify which assets need maintenance, and to get the information to the work crews. Not only the time for improving the appearance of Brimbank’s roads, road signs, bus stop shelters and roadside spaces is reduced, the costs are also lower. This project is likely to lead the way for other councils considering 5G based solutions for road and roadside asset condition monitoring. Read more posts