Mobile surveillance

Flexible and covert power supplies for mobile surveillance

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Application

Many service vehicles and trailers require power for covert investigations and object protection for days and weeks.

Output requirement Between 15 W (for a digital camera) and 150 W (multi-channel video processing and transmission including IR lighting)
Autonomy requirement For shifts of 10 – 24 hours up to 12 weeks for covert surveillance missions

Areas of application

  • Border control, customs
  • Command and service vehicles, emergency vehicles
  • Covert investigations etc.

The challenge

Surveillance vehicles and trailers often just stand by with their engines turned off, while still having to supply electrical consumers with power. Turning on the engine or a generator to charge batteries should be avoided. Using a fuel cell instead will increase the flexibility of these vehicles without drawing attention to them during covert operations. Additionally, the power source should fit into a car and should generate little or no signature.

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Stationary surveillance

The solution:
EFOY fuel cells

Up to two EFOY/EFOY Pro fuel cells are directly connected to the battery on-board, fully automatically charging them when required. The electronic devices are connected to the on-board battery which can deliver a direct current of 12 V/24 V or, if needed, 230 V using an inverter.

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“The perfect energy supply for on-site inspections”

The EFOY Pro fuel cells ensure the perfect supply of energy to our inspection vehicles while on-site inspections are being carried out.

Ralf Mülhausen, Bundesamt für Güterverkehr (BAG = German Federal Office for Goods Transport)

Environmentally friendly and undetectable

The EFOY Pro fully automatically and quietly charges the vehicle’s or trailer’s battery so that electrical consumers are supplied with power even when the engine is turned off. Turning on the engine or a generator to charge the battery is avoided, therefore preventing harmful emissions. Covert operations are thus undetectable.

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Mobile Surveillance

Mobile Surveillance: Everything you need to know

Mobile surveillance security systems are gaining popularity as technological advancements make the units more efficient and portable.[1] What differentiates mobile surveillance systems from stationary surveillance is their ability to connect through Wi-Fi and monitor remotely. These features enable you to control and monitor the system remotely from its physical location.

What is Mobile Surveillance?

A mobile surveillance unit is a self-contained piece of equipment that can be readily moved from one location to another based on your needs.

Mobile surveillance can be classified into two broad categories:

  • Mobile surveillance of a static target: manoeuvring near a stationary target, typically due to the lack of appropriate fixed vantage points from which to conduct surveillance.
  • Mobile surveillance on a mobile target: following a mobile target to determine its location and activity.[2]

Because mobile security and surveillance solutions are typically solar-powered or feature battery backup (which can be fuel cells), they can operate seamlessly without electricity.

What are the advantages of Mobile Surveillance?

Mobile surveillance systems offer a variety of advantages over fixed surveillance systems. Below are some of the reasons a mobile video surveillance system is a good investment.

Reliable Surveillance

Mobile video surveillance links wirelessly, allowing you to view the footage from your phone or tablet from any location. On the other hand, mobile audio surveillance units could help capture evidence for critical cases or record verbal information for later use. Whether you need to tape conversations, speeches, or other data, there are various audio spy equipment options available.

Cost Saving

Mobile surveillance units are portable, eliminating the need to replace the device if your business relocates.

Live Monitored Video

Mobile surveillance cameras can now instantaneously stream high-definition images to your smartphone or computer, giving you quick access to real-time footage at your convenience. Furthermore, the footage is securely kept to be used later.

Self-Sustaining

Mobile surveillance units powered by battery or solar energy can be deployed almost anywhere without relying on the power grid. Even better, because the units are self-contained, they can be quickly and swiftly relocated as your needs change.

Flexible and Fast Setup

Take advantage of cloud-based monitoring, which eliminates the need for cabling, tools and time-consuming installation procedures. Mobile surveillance can be up and running much faster without any infrastructure, promptly giving you the security you need.

Versatility

The mobility of mobile surveillance, paired with technological improvements, is what makes it so effective today. Mobile surveillance cameras are portable and can connect to the internet wirelessly via the cell phone network. Instead of storing security footage on a huge DVR, the information is securely uploaded to the cloud.

What is the useful life of Mobile Surveillance Devices?

Like many other things, mobile surveillance systems have a life cycle. And although most end-users feel that a "good" mobile surveillance unit should last five to seven years, each system or gadget has a predetermined and intended life span. The most end-users also want to make the most of their initial investments, so they purchase upgrades to their existing mobile surveillance units to employ the latest technology or allow for more integration. Mobile surveillance units are frequently subjected to minor tweaks, but a complete redesign is extremely rare in the modern world of computer systems.

What are the distinguishing features of the Mobile Monitoring Devices in the EFOY Pro range?

Because EFOY fuel cells are frequently employed in remote places, secure remote access is required. EFOY Cloud enables remote access to your methanol fuel cells, allowing for continuous laptop, tablet, or smartphone monitoring. All you need is an internet connection to your fuel cells to achieve complete mobile surveillance.

What can you do with EFOY Cloud?

  • Track the current operating status of each of your fuel cells
  • Access historical data
  • Fill levels of the EFOY fuel cartridges
  • Configure battery parameters and receive the firmware updates completely automatically
  • Receive alerts when a fuel cartridge needs to be replaced or when the battery voltage goes below a threshold.

The following EFOY accessories enable you to monitor your fuel cells continuously, integrate them into an existing communication network, and increase your systems’ self-sufficiency:

  • Modem/Router
  • It is used to monitor the EFOY & EFOY Pro fuel cells remotely.
  • EFOY operating panel
  • It simplifies the operation of the EFOY and EFOY Pro fuel cells.
  • Adapter for M28 fuel cartridges
  • It connects the M28 fuel cartridges to the fuel cell or the fuel manager (FM).
  • Fuel cartridge sensor
  • Measures the methanol level in the fuel cartridge and indicates when the fuel cartridges need to be changed.
  • EFOY Bluetooth Adapter
  • It enables remote operation of the fuel cells via the EFOY app. Not compatible with EFOY Pro 12000 Duo and EFOY Pro 800/2400.
  • DCS1 DuoCartSwitch
  • It operates up to four gasoline cartridges simultaneously. Only EFOY Pro 12000 Duo and EFOY Pro 800/2400 are compatible.

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