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Journal of Ubiquitous Computing and Communication Technologies

Real-Time Crowd Monitoring System Using Sensors and Image Processing

Open Access
Published: 30 April, 2026
Pages: 132-144
  • Arul Sangeetha S. , Arul Sangeetha S.
    Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
    Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
  • Logeshwaran P. , Logeshwaran P.
    UG Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
    UG Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
  • Sudarshan R. , Sudarshan R.
    UG Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
    UG Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
  • Harsha Vardhan , Harsha Vardhan
    UG Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
    UG Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
  • Karthik Raja C. Karthik Raja C.
    UG Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
    UG Student, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Sri Ranganathar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Affiliated to Anna University, Coimbatore, India
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S., Arul Sangeetha, Logeshwaran P., Sudarshan R., Harsha Vardhan, and Karthik Raja C. 2026. “Real-Time Crowd Monitoring System Using Sensors and Image Processing ”. Journal of Ubiquitous Computing and Communication Technologies 8 (2): 132-44. https://doi.org/10.36548/jucct.2026.2.005.
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Keywords

Real-Time Surveillance
Image Processing
Computer Vision
Public Safety
Smart Monitoring System

Abstract

Monitoring crowds in public areas is essential for maintaining safety and proper management. The traditional way of crowd monitoring is usually ineffective and prone to errors. In this research paper, we propose an approach that involves designing and implementing a Real-Time Crowd Monitoring System through the use of sensors and computer vision to monitor crowds automatically. The system analyzes crowd levels in real time and generates alerts when density exceeds a predefined limit. The proposed system improves surveillance efficiency, reduces human effort, and enhances public safety in crowded environments. Experimental evaluation demonstrates efficient stream processing with low latency and high alert accuracy.

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