Auto Service Applications

Integrating License Plate Recognition (LPR), Line Counters, Area Counters, Vehicle Classification, QR Code Readers, and special DNN training for object recognition in the auto service and automotive industry can revolutionize operations. Below is a step-by-step framework for deploying and integrating these technologies, including how they interact and trigger one another:

License Plate Recognition (LPR)

Automated Entry & Exit:

  • LPR can identify vehicles as they enter and exit the auto service center or factory.
  • Integration with a customer database can instantly retrieve vehicle history, service records, or warranty information. Grant access based on reservation or prior programming.
  • Fleet Management:

    In production or logistics areas, LPR helps track fleet movement and ensures only authorized vehicles enter sensitive zones.



    Line Counter (People or Vehicles Crossing a Virtual Line)

    Monitoring Service Queue:

    Count vehicles coming or are in the service bay to monitor real-time queue length and service turnaround times.

    Production Tracking:

    Track vehicles crossing specific checkpoints on an assembly line, ensuring that production stages are completed as scheduled.

    Logistics Flow:

    Count trucks or vehicles moving in and out of a loading dock, optimizing logistics management.



    Area Counter

    Crowd Management

    Track the number of customers in waiting areas to ensure comfort and avoid overcrowding.

    Vehicle Distribution:

    Monitor how many vehicles are parked in specific zones (e.g., service bays, finished goods areas or parking lots) for better space utilization.

    Safety Compliance:

    Ensure restricted zones (e.g., where heavy machinery operates) are free of unauthorized personnel.




    Vehicle Classification

    Service Prioritization:

    Automatically classify vehicles (e.g. small car, SUV, small or big truck etc) to allocate service bays or determine pricing based on vehicle type.

    Work Course:

    Retrieve customer details, assign service bays and trigger an LED display to welcome the customer with their name and service status

    Weight Compliance:

    Ensure heavy vehicles comply with weight or size restrictions in loading docks or manufacturing plants. Integrate with Metrici Weighing Module


    QR Code Reader (Using Video Analytics)

    Inventory Management:

    Use QR codes to track auto parts, tools, or finished vehicles. Video analytics software can scan these codes from moving or stationary items.

    Service Verification:

    Scan QR codes to link them with the vehicle being serviced, ensuring accuracy in billing and parts allocation.

    Customer Self-Service:

    Show customers real-time updates on their vehicle status or QR codes to access manuals, invoices, and service history.


    Integration with Management Software

    Defect Detection:

    Custom-trained DNN models can identify defects on vehicle parts (e.g., scratches, dents, or misaligned components) during production or service.

    Centralized Data Management:

    Integrate video analytics with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems for streamlined reporting, inventory management, and workflow tracking.

    Real-Time Alerts:

  • Send alerts to management software when anomalies are detected (e.g., unauthorized vehicles, prolonged idle times, or safety breaches).
  • Notify customers via SMS, app integration, or LED Displays when their vehicle status changes (e.g., "Service Completed" or "Ready for Pickup").

  • General Applications

    Use Cases in Auto Service or Auto Industry

    Customer Service:

  • Customers arriving at the service center are automatically recognized via LPR. Their service history is retrieved, and they are directed to available bays.
  • Production Monitoring:

  • Video analytics monitor vehicle components on the production line for defects, while area counters track vehicle movement in various zones of the factory.
  • Logistics and Storage:

  • LPR and vehicle classification systems optimize the movement of finished vehicles, ensuring accurate inventory counts and shipment tracking.
  • Parking Lot Management:

  • Parking Place Detectors identify available spots in real-time and direct customers or employees accordingly via LED signage.
  • Benefits
  • Increased operational efficiency by automating repetitive tasks.
  • Enhanced customer experience through seamless service and transparency.
  • Improved safety and compliance in sensitive areas.
  • Real-time insights for better decision-making.