The Smart&Safe project has been finalised. You can read the final report and lessons learnt from the project on our case page.
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The overall objective of Smart and Safe was to increase the perceived safety of children and young people in public environments. This will be done through the use of Internet of Things (IoT) solutions with the aim of utilising and enabling the use of modern technologies and smart solutions in public environments.
The project aimed to bring together actors who do not usually work together to create movement around common challenges in society, where perceived safety in the public outdoor environment is one such.
Two approaches
Smart and Safe aimed to compare different approaches: a process of demand-driven approach where the need is at the centre and innovation procurement methods (Demand Acceleration) can move more efficiently from need to implemented solution.
A process of technology-driven approach where concrete technical solutions will be developed together with need owners and enablers in cross-functional teams.
The approaches were analysed in terms of whether the process itself has an impact on the outcome or adds other positive aspects through implementation.
Objective
The project has identified three milestones;
- Using smarter methods to move more efficiently from need to procurement of a ready-made solution.
- Using data to create new behaviours (e.g. through nudging).
- Laying the foundations for collaboration between organisations through capacity building and data sharing.
Project results
Smart and Safe’s expected results are;
- Safety measurements
- Finalised solution to defined need
- Guidelines on how to create new behaviours
- Guidelines for cooperation across organisational boundaries (Smart and Safe model)
In addition to the expected results, it is hoped that the project will contribute to sustainable collaborative structures that will also favour future cooperation between stakeholders through knowledge transfer activities.
Read more about the project:
- Karlstad University: Public environments for children and young people are secured with the Internet of Things
- NWT: How to make Karlstad safer – with talking benches and bus stops
- Karlstad El & Stadsnät: Smart & Safe will make the city safer
- Compare: A safer and smoother life with the help of the internet of things
Tests and innovations in Smart & Safe
INTERACTIVE PARK BENCH FOR COMMUNITY AND SAFETY
To increase the feeling of safety in public places, city furniture can be a smart solution. In Smart & Safe, we are developing an interactive park bench that will be located in the square and will offer the possibility to, among other things, charge your phone and surf via wifi.
Our aim with the test
Our aim with the test is to create a safe and attractive gathering place where people can charge their mobiles, connect to wifi and socialise with friends. With automatic lighting for safety and interactive solutions in the bench, we aim to create a place that evolves and attracts visitors over time.
Data collection
The test also includes data collection to see how visitors perceive the space and whether it creates a safe space or what is missing. No personally identifiable data will be collected.
Participants
The participants in the test are Karlstads Energi, Compare, the Police, Vestre, Redpill Linpro, Karlstad University, Diglify, Norrsidans Innovation AB, Karlstad Municipality, Trygghetscentrum and the Culture and Leisure Administration.
When and where?
26 September, 16-19, Stora Torget, Karlstad
Contact
Henrik Holm, Karlstad Energy
E-mail: henrik.holm@karlstad.se
THE (L)ARM BAND – SECURITY ON THE WRIST
The youth company Safestyle in Karlstad has developed a portable personal alarm in the form of a hair cord with a discreet built-in alarm button from the supplier Plegium. A simple press of the button activates an SMS notification that is sent to preselected recipients, such as friends, family or SOS Alarm, with GPS location.
Our purpose of the test
As part of our ongoing project, we aim to improve this solution in co-operation with relevant parties. We plan to complement the functionalities by integrating the possibility to activate street lights at the current location, further increasing safety. The aim is for the lighting to act as an attention signal, which can quickly attract help or attention when needed and deter potential perpetrators.
Data collection
During the test, we want to investigate which lighting function is perceived to have the best effect. By activating the alarm and conducting interviews with test users, we will gather important information to improve the effectiveness and usability of the product. Users need to give their consent for data transfer.
Participants
The participants in the test are the JA company SafeStyle, the supplier of the alarm button Plegium and the municipality’s street lighting at the Public Outdoor Environment Department, the Technology and Property Administration, Compare, the Safety Centre, the Police, Karlstad University and Capelon, which has the underlying system.
When and where?
26 September, 16-19, pedestrian and cycle path at the northeast corner of Mariebergsviken in Karlstad.
Contact details
Carolin Maule, Compare
E-mail: carolin.maule@compare.se
MOSQUITO: SAFETY THROUGH SOUND TECHNOLOGY
Some places are not safe environments for children and young people to be in. To help reduce the risk of young people ending up in inappropriate places, we have initiated a trial of Mosquito technology. Mosquito is a device that emits a high frequency sound, which is only perceived by people under 25. With its buzzing sound, it has been nicknamed “Mosquito” and is marketed as a tool for increased safety and security.
Our purpose of the test
We are conducting the test to explore whether Mosquito can help create safer places where young people often gather. By placing devices in strategic locations, such as roofs or masts, the sound is activated when someone approaches. At the same time, the sensors send alerts to our IoT platform for quick response and attention to potentially risky situations.
Data collection
The project also includes collecting data to see how visitors react to the sound signal and its effects on safety. Using sensors, we will quantitatively analyse the number of people on the roof and the times of their presence. No personally identifiable data will be collected.
Participants
The participants in the test are Karlstad Energy, the Children and Youth Administration and the Technology and Property Administration, Karlstad Municipality and Karlstad University.
Contact person
Henrik Holm, Karlstad Energy
E-mail: henrik.holm@karlstad.se
The work is carried out within the Strategic Innovation Programme IoT Sweden, a joint initiative of Vinnova, Formas and the Swedish Energy Agency. The project is funded by Vinnova.
What is the Internet of Things? The Internet of Things (IoT) is an umbrella term for the technologies that allow things with built-in electronics and an internet connection to be controlled or exchange data over a network. Examples of objects include household appliances, clothing, machines, vehicles and buildings. iotsverige.se
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