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A practical approach for active camera coordination based on a fusion-driven multi-agent system

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  • Alvaro Luis Bustamante
  • José M. Molina
  • Miguel A. Patricio

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In this paper, we propose a multi-agent system architecture to manage spatially distributed active (or pan-tilt-zoom) cameras. Traditional video surveillance algorithms are of no use for active cameras, and we have to look at different approaches. Such multi-sensor surveillance systems have to be designed to solve two related problems: data fusion and coordinated sensor-task management. Generally, architectures proposed for the coordinated operation of multiple cameras are based on the centralisation of management decisions at the fusion centre. However, the existence of intelligent sensors capable of decision making brings with it the possibility of conceiving alternative decentralised architectures. This problem is approached by means of a MAS, integrating data fusion as an integral part of the architecture for distributed coordination purposes. This paper presents the MAS architecture and system agents.

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  • Alvaro Luis Bustamante & José M. Molina & Miguel A. Patricio, 2014. "A practical approach for active camera coordination based on a fusion-driven multi-agent system," International Journal of Systems Science, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 45(4), pages 741-755, April.
  • Handle: RePEc:taf:tsysxx:v:45:y:2014:i:4:p:741-755
    DOI: 10.1080/00207721.2013.795632
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