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Sound sensors: Smart sound meter

Municipality of Amsterdam

This algorithm has a low impact. The aim of the pilot is to identify incidents in public spaces earlier. Using an algorithm, the sound sensor can figure out the type of sound source.

Last change on 10th of September 2025, at 14:51 (CET) | Publication Standard 1.0
Publication category
Other algorithms
Impact assessment
Field not filled in.
Status
In use

General information

Theme

Space and Infrastructure

Begin date

2022-07

Contact information

Algoritmen@amsterdam.nl

Responsible use

Goal and impact

The aim of the pilot is to identify incidents in public spaces earlier. Using an algorithm, the sound sensor can find out the type of sound source. In case of certain sound sources, such as clinking glass or shouting, the camera surveillance room will receive an attention message. The person in the camera surveillance room can use the camera to assess the situation and take appropriate action if necessary. This way, we work smarter and more efficiently.

Considerations

See purpose and impact.

Human intervention

N/A

Risk management

N/A

Operations

Data

N/A

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