CitySense is a versatile connected device designed to act as an intelligent interface for a wide range of sensors, making it a key enabler in modern smart city ecosystems. Built with autonomous operating capabilities, CitySense can control and monitor numerous environmental parameters without requiring continuous manual oversight. It supports the transmission of critical data related to air quality and fine particle levels, acoustic detection of specific noises, gas monitoring, and measurements of pressure, temperature, and humidity. It also enables the monitoring of water consumption, providing cities and organizations with an effective tool for sustainability and efficient resource management. Fully integrated into the complete Dimonoff IoT platform, CitySense connects seamlessly with other smart city solutions, ensuring a cohesive and scalable deployment across different applications.
CitySense offers an impressive variety of use cases that extend its functionality across multiple environments. It can read water meters, such as those compatible with Sensus products, enabling accurate and real-time water usage tracking. Snow levels can be measured using ultrasonic sensors like Maxbotix UART, while noise levels can be assessed in decibels for acoustic environment monitoring. Additionally, CitySense functions as a 4-20mA sensor to LoRa bridge and can handle different level indicators, environmental sensors, and gas detectors, making it suitable for everything from public health and safety applications to infrastructure optimization.
Installation of CitySense is designed to be quick, simple, and cost-effective. Commissioning is handled via Dimonoff’s mobile app, which not only ensures easy setup but also allows instant functional testing and geolocation of the device. Unlike many other smart city devices, CitySense requires no electrical installation as it is powered by a single replaceable D-format Li-Ion battery, further reducing setup complexity and maintenance overhead.
The system provides flexible communication options to meet diverse urban and industrial connectivity needs. CitySense supports NBIoT, LTE CAT-M1, Wirepas, or Digi XBee PRO 2.4 GHz communication technologies. For gateway power, it offers both Micro USB (5V) and Power Over Ethernet (PoE) options, giving users the freedom to deploy the solution across varied environments and infrastructures.
At its core, CitySense is designed for adaptability and efficiency. It can be connected to a wide range of existing sensors or devices, bringing them into a standardized method of data collection and system integration. This flexibility allows cities and organizations to optimize operations while extending the life and utility of their existing infrastructure. Unlike a basic wireless measurement device, CitySense is a fully autonomous system capable of executing onboard operations independently, reducing reliance on constant external inputs.
Security remains a priority in CitySense’s design. Communications between nodes are conducted over a private radio network and protected with 128-bit AES encryption. Furthermore, each connected device is uniquely serialized with an individual address, ensuring secure data integrity and robust identity management across the network. With its powerful capabilities, flexible integration, and strong security, CitySense provides a reliable, future-ready solution for smart cities looking to enhance environmental monitoring, resource efficiency, and public safety.
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