Fuengirola Town Hall - measuring beach attendance

Responsible organisation: Municipality of Fuengirola (Governmental)

The Fuengirola Town Hall representatives aim to use artificial intelligence (AI) in order to control the capacity of beaches and other public spaces. The AI tool is developed by a local company. It allows for real-time information regarding the levels of attendance at beaches to be analysed in order to avoid crowds and minimise the risk of possible Covid-19 infections. This software works by using artificial intelligence sensors that are installed in streetlights. Then, virtual grids are created in which there is a maximum capacity for occupants. The 3D volume of people entering and leaving these spaces is measured, as well as the amount of people entering the measurement grids. The results of the calculations are carried out in real time in order to warn citizens about means of occupancy (percentages and colours are used as visual warnings).

Additional information

Source AI Watch - Artificial Intelligence in public services. Overview of the use and impact of AI in public services in the EU
Web site https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/05/04/costa-del-sols-fuengirola-will-use-artificial-intelligence-to-control-capacity-at-beaches-and-public-spaces/
Start/end date 2021/01/01 -
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