Coral Gables, FL turns a street light into a smart device with Smart City Pole Pilot Project
Coral Gables, FL Smart City Pole Pilot Project
An Ekins Spotter smart pole was customized by the manufacturer to withstand high winds as required by state law. Internal sensors collect temperature, air quality, and other climate data from downtown Coral Gables. City staffers rely on the pole's traffic cameras and computer vision to observe traffic on Alhambra Circle around the clock. The Spotter includes public Wi-Fi capabilities that provide free connectivity for nearby users.
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US city of Coral Gables installs AI-powered smart pole tech - Smart Cities World
According to Ekin, the pole technology was specifically engineered to meet Coral Gables’ smart city goals, as well as Florida building codes with wind load requirements and engineering standards.
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