Accessible Thermal Night Vision Solutions to Protect Vulnerable Communities in Low Visibility Conditions

Leveraging AI and Vision Technologies for Safer Environments

Introduction

    Objective

    To develop accessible thermal night vision tools that improve visibility and safety for at-risk communities during low-light conditions.

    Key Benefits

    Improved detection, identity verification, and proactive alerts for community protection.

    Technological Approach

      AI-Powered Detection

      Uses YOLOv8 for human recognition and segmentation in real-time.

      Thermal Visualization

      Applies thermal color mapping to human regions to highlight presence in darkness.

      Facial Recognition Integration

        Identity Verification

        Matches real-time facial features against a known database to identify individuals.

        Recognition Feedback

        Visual labels and alert sounds distinguish known vs unknown individuals.

        Night-Time Image Enhancement

          Brightness Adjustment

          Automatically brightens dark frames to ensure clearer visuals for processing.

          Thermal Application

          Human shapes highlighted with inferno colormap for sharp contrast in visuals.

          Alert System Design

            Alert Triggers

            Alerts sound when humans are detected but not recognized.

            Sound Notifications

            Cross-platform audio notifications to draw immediate attention.

            Community Impact

              Empowering Safety

              Enables safer environments in underserved regions, especially at night.

              Scalable Implementation

              Potential for integration in community centers, transit hubs, and public areas.